Chapter 1704

"Look, I got you a present, not to get one back from you. Open it up and see. I hope you like it," Susie said. Driven by Susie's excitement, Emma could not say no and started unwrapping the gift while Susie watched eagerly. Inside, there was this pretty necklace. The necklace did not have any brand name on it, and Emma could not guess how much it cost. However, judging by its appearance, Emma believed it was not cheap. "Susie, maybe I shouldn't—" "It's from my heart, Emma. You've got to take it." "But—" Susie interrupted her. "No buts. You have no idea how small my circle is. Other than Alwyn and his buddies, I don't really have friends. Finding someone my age, someone like you, has been tough. You can't just not be my friend. "Let me tell you, I don't make friends with just anybody. The first time I saw you, I just knew we'd hit it off. That's why I wanted to be your friend. "Hanging out with Alwyn and his buddies, all they ever do is chatter about things I don't understand, or