It's bad to lie to your spouse.
Ted has been working hard all day and feels he should have some fun.
Ted wants to go to have drinks with his coworkers after work.
Ted tells his wife had some drinks with his coworkers.
Ted tells his wife he had to work late and doesn't tell her he went out for drinks.
Ted's wife is unhappy that he got home later than usual but glad that he had a nice time with his coworkers.
Ted feels guilty about lying to his wife and has to tell more lies about working late.