I personally assumed the lie was the obvious trance placed upon her victims, discharging their autonomy. It was cool, but I'm just not sure whether it can really be classified as a lie since its a spell...? Or whether it is a lie at all, in truth. Its a murky area, I suppose but as you say the writing of the story is more important than a strict adherence to the theme, and I certainly enjoyed the story and think that it was one of the best in there. I am glad I read it so well done to you :)