[When it's put like that, it sounds pretty bad. She nearly says as much, but she cuts herself off even as she opens her mouth to say it, not sure how to word it. Or even if she should say it.

Normally, she would give an ambivalent answer to the question, not really straying to either yes or no. On the beach log, she would probably dictate a report on the magic of friendship. But today she's moody.]

Some people will pretend to be your friend to get close to someone, or help their own reputation. Some people will think they’re a good friend because they don’t care enough to understand how much they hurt you. ...I don't need that kind of shallow friendship.

[She stops. When she continues, her tone is less harsh, though now she sounds as if she is lecturing her.]

It's better to trust your instincts before it gets that far. There's no need to go borrowing trouble.