"You're right. For that, you should." She sighed before she continued. "I don't have to tell you how much I hate being lied to. Anyone who knows me is aware of that...and back then, if I'd found out, I'd have been furious. But I've gained some perspective since then. Sometimes people lie to protect those they care about, and I know what that looks like. That doesn't mean I don't want to know why, I do...but if you won't tell me...I can accept that."

She paused, shifting her position just a bit. "Maybe you're not who I thought you were, but I know you're a good man."