A friend of my friend recently got married, but the marriage was never legally registered, meaning it was only a commitment ceremony rather than a real wedding. The woman, who initially thought they were just friends, began dating after a traumatic break-up with her ex-boyfriend and began referring to themselves as "a family" three months into the relationship. She continued to maintain that they were "just friends" and went out with other men, despite this. Three weeks ago, she met and started dating another man and told him she still wants to be best friends with him. I'm extremely hurt and don't understand her decision. While no formal rule of etiquette forbids lying to friends and loved ones, the Bible may have influenced your reaction.