Ally CarterEvery decent con man knows that the simplest truth is more powerful than even the most elaborate lie.
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The best con men have a talent for being able to distill the truth from seemingly complex situations. They know that the simplest truth is more powerful than even the most elaborate lie. In the same way, the best of friends know that honesty is better than deception. In fact, if a friend tries to deceive you, you should let him or her know that you have figured it out immediately. A good friend will apologize and will never try to deceive you again.
Source: Uncommon Criminals
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