Originally Posted by
Gigabitch
Newsflash: many people find lying to be every bit as much a betrayal as cheating.
Make sure you explain clearly your new-found understanding of this concept^.
Originally Posted by
Carmen
Give her a little time and then explain to her that you did it because you were afraid of ruining your chances with her...
Then, give it some time. A la this^.
If you're lucky and she's reasonable, you'll get another shot. You are right, you didn't cheat on her. But pull that argument as defense when what she's really upset about is the lying, and you'll be in the doghouse permanently.
Good luck.
Second thoughts can generally be amended with judicious action; injudicious actions can seldom be recovered with second thoughts.
--Cyteen by C.J.Cherryh