In case anyone cares, I sent the following email:
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Hi Ethan,
Are you still willing to lie for me? Mafia situation is really desperate right now, and I think the game will be much more intriguing for everyone involved if you help out. It would be a really simple lie, something along the lines of "I didn't notice Jackie dying, but I do remember seeing ksedlar and saying hi to her as I was leaving Kresge."
I know I said it probably wouldn't come up, but given the ugly turn of events in the last day, I'd like to subtly direct some people toward asking you; I wouldn't do it without your consent. If you want, I'd be happy to bake you cookies or something after game
In case you're wondering, this is a weird variant of mafia where dead people come back to life and shenanigans happen, which is why I can talk to you (or anyone) about this. If you're willing to lie for us, I can tell you a little bit more about the rough situation we're in.
Thanks! See you tomorrow,
Jackie