What Is the Definition of a Friend?

Russell: What is friendship?
Marcus: A friend is one who can help you in times of need.
Russell: But what if the person is after something that you have?
Marcus: Then I think he is not a friend.
Russell: Then how would you define a friend?
Marcus: A friend is one who can help you in times of need, but not for any gain.
Russell: Then maybe he hates you, and helps only because he owes you a favor?
Marcus: I correct myself that is not a friend.
Russell: Exactly.
Marcus: A friend must be able to help you in times of need, not for any gain and not out of obligation.
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