Chapter 12 That day , Blake fled like a kicked dog . We didn't see each other for the next two months . But Blake was busy making moves . Chloe and her crew got dragged to court . They even found evidence on Chloe's phone of her bullying me and bringing that man to assault me . The whole internet was calling Chloe and her gang monsters . But Chloe claimed Aria was behind it all . Aria sued Chloe for defamation . Then Chloe fired back with screenshots of their chat . [ Go teach Zara Hayes a lesson , make her remember her place . Do it right and I'll get you another second lead role next project . ] Aria's sweet girl image was toast . She got blacklisted everywhere . In the end , none of them could even afford the breach of contract fees . As for me , public opinion completely flipped . Big directors were suddenly wanting me for lead roles , But I knew my acting skills weren't there yet . And I made a big decision too . I quit the industry . After four years , I realized I wasn't cut out for this world . I opened a bookstore . Books didn't make money , so I mainly sold coffee . I discovered I was much better suited for this quiet life . Blake didn't bother me anymore , but we still ran into each other during holidays . Every time we met , he'd bring me gifts and a box of chocolates , I accepted the gifts since I gave some back too . But I never touched the chocolates . Eventually I felt bad about the waste and turned them down directly . " I'm past the age of loving sweets . You should give those to someone else , Mr. Winters . " But Blake called out behind me : " Zara , even if you don't love me , can we at least start as friends ? " I thought about it and nodded . Blake smiled : 15:23 From ' Clingy Orphan ' to Unbothered Queen : The Block Button Is My Best Revenge 39.5 % " Then Miss Hayes , my parents really love you . Could I invite you to dinner at my place ? " Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!