It's good to honest with people you care about.
Cliff has been drinking heavily and has developed an alcohol problem, but when his wife, Cathy, asks him why he's been at the bar so much lately, he hesitates.
Cliff wants to talk to Cathy.
Cliff tells Cathy the truth about drinking so much and explains he's been stressed lately.
Cliff, being ashamed of his alcohol problem tells Cathy he's been watching the band play at the bar.
Cathy tells Cliff she is there to help him get through this difficult time and is happy Cliff trusts her.
Cliff doesn't get any support and Cathy knows he's lying because she can see he's hungover every morning and now feels like Cliff doesn't trust her.