I thought that they could have worked it out. Maybe just became friends. Because she's absolutely right, you have to let that person know before they get too involved. I really think she would have thought about it before moving on. As for Carlton I think he fears being judged but so do we all. If he really would listen to her then I believe it would have been a lot smoother than him prejudging her instead. Just be yourself and love who you are no matter what others might think of you.