The context of the following conversation is Skylar fancied Alex for a long time and finally built up the courage to tell Alex about their feelings.:
Skylar says I told Alex that I've found him attractive for a long time..
The friend responds How did that go?.
Skylar responds I was very nervous about it.  It took me a long time to build up the courage to tell him my feelings. He told me that he feels the same way..
The friend responds You guys would make such a cute couple..
Skylar responds We have so much in common.  Alex has been my best friend for a long time.  I didn't want to tell him I liked him because I was afraid to lose our friendship..
The friend responds You wouldn't lose it.  It'll just be better..