<span>Pathological lying is one of the hallmark characteristics of a narcissist. They lie out
of their need to manipulate and control. They must lie in order to create their false "reality" about themselves that they project out to the world.</span>
The correct answer is A.
She is being honest and direct in this response to a difficult situation. By responding in this way she is letting her friends know exactly how she feels about the situation without being angry or harsh or mean, just direct. With any luck her friends will now understand and stop pressurizing her.