Quote by Stephen Chbosky

I'm not saying she was lying to me, but she just acted so different before I got to know her, and if she really isn't like what she was at the beginning, I wish she could have just said so.

I'm not saying she was lying to me, but she just acted so di

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's disappointment and confusion about someone's changed behavior. Although they acknowledge that the person may not have been lying, they express frustration at the stark contrast between the initial impression and their current experience. The speaker suggests that open communication about any changes would have been preferable, hoping for honesty and transparency in relationships.

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Truth Wishful Thinking

By Stephen Chbosky

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