The context of the following conversation is Aubrey was trying to get people to like her. Aubrey often told false tales to make her look good.:
Aubrey says I have been making up stories to others lately and I notice they seem to like me a lot more..
The friend responds That is really sad though. Why can't you just be yourself?.
Aubrey responds Because people don't seem to like who I really am, but with these tall tales they love me..
The friend responds Aren't you worried they will eventually find out the truth?.
Aubrey responds Not really. I am really good at lying to them..
The friend responds I think that is a bad idea, and eventually it is going to catch up to you..