Feel the Way You Feel, My Love

“That’s fantastic,” replied Lina, feeling at ease upon hearing her partner’s assertion. “I’ve got to run, Nat. I’m still packing my bags. Pick me up at the airport tomorrow, will you?”

“I’ll be there,” Natalie promised.

After hanging up, Sally pulled her friend by the arm. “Who was it, Nat? It sounded like you guys were talking about me.”

Natalie took a sip of milk. “Lina Cohen, one of the most promising jewelry designers in the world. The next stage of the competition requires us to work with jewelry designers, and Lina happens to be my partner. I’ve mentioned it to you before during the opening ceremony, remember?”

Sally smacked her forehead. “It’s a good thing you reminded me. Am I her model too for the next stage?”

“That’s right.” Natalie nodded.

Sally smiled like she had a toothache. “I’m feeling the pressure now.”

“I understand, but it’s a good thing for you too. After this competition, you would have a place in the jewelry design industry and not just limited to modeling for dresses or photoshoots for fashion magazines anymore.” Natalie patted Sally’s hand.

Sally blinked. “Do you mean to say that I would be a high-profile model after this?”

You’re

a deep breath. “Understood. I’ll give it my all for our sake. Even if I’m not as good as the

with

for the airport

Lina arriving through

squealed as she tossed her luggage aside to hug

her midriff, Lina pulled away from her embrace

she exclaimed at the sight of Natalie’s

her baby bump as

since we last met. That would mean the baby is

with a smile. “It was conceived after you

Connor and Sharon, and they’re adorable. I’m sure this one

delighted upon hearing praise about her children. “Thank you for the kind words. By the way, let me

Lina’s luggage earlier,

included in the conversation earlier, she had bent over to pick