"That's so sweet, I knew you had it in you," she said, grinning. "And everything you said is totally true." At least she knew that couldn't be a lie, not today. It was nice to know her ego was still healthy enough, even when a lot of other stuff in her life was sort of falling down around her and going to shit.

But this was still a bad idea. Sitting here, being honest with the guy she already knew her boyfriend didn't trust.

Her smile faded a little and she said, "I think I need to stop most of my talking, or it won't be long before trouble comes knocking."