“I never had a fiancée. I lied about it from the start, because I didn’t want you to think I was some party animal who couldn’t hold down a relationship. But the truth is, that’s exactly what I was. I wanted you to respect me, and I wanted you to trust me, so I made up the story about being engaged. That day you walked into the bakery and saw me with Amelia was the first day I’d met her. I’m so sorry, Fred. Truly. And in light of everything that happened at the retreat this year, I understand if you need to fire me for my dishonesty.”
