My best friend from childhood came into town last week.  We were supposed to get together for dinner one night, but she bailed at the last minute.
My best friend from childhood came into town last week and we made dinner plans.
user
Oh, that sounds like fun! Has it been a long time since you have seen him?
assistant
We haven't seen each other in years.  Unfortunately he bailed at the last minute.
user
Oh that sucks! He doesn't sound like such a good friend I guess.
assistant