The other is misunderstanding, which leads to the estrangement between you two and prevents you from taking the first step.
The third possibility is to avoid suspicion, know what you mean or subconsciously understand.
Fourth, you probably don't know her at all. She thinks it's embarrassing to keep friends with you.
Fifth, introverted, older, more contact with society. This general fear of being hurt and disappointed, you have made the worst plan before you start.
Are you chasing in the name of a friend? Or really make friends?
Just make friends sincerely and show her your sincerity.
I just like the feeling of being with someone, not with her.