_Author’s POV_ Not long after, the news of Ava Montclair’s online rumormongering went viral. What shocked everyone was that the usually low-key actress would stoop so low. But what really infuriated people was that Ava had played the netizens for fools. So while she faced the consequences, most folks were enjoying the schadenfreude. In no time, all of Ava’s business activities came to a screeching halt, and she had to pay a hefty price. The truth couldn’t stay hidden any longer, so Ava had no choice but to step forward and apologize. After recording an apology video, she announced her retirement from the entertainment industry. Zarelle never expected Ava to apologize so swiftly. But she didn’t dwell on it, either. Daniel’s birthday was just around the corner. Isabel and El

