Natalie could give up on the competition, but she could never give up on Shane.

“How could you?” Sally quickly put down the thermal food jar before rushing forward to grab Natalie’s hands. “Nat, I know why you’re doing this, but it’s the finals soon. Don’t you think that it’s selfish? You’re not the only one competing here. If you leave, then what will Lina do? The two of you are partners. If you leave, Lina won’t be able to continue with the competition.”

At that, Natalie’s eyes widened before casting an apologetic look at Lina.

She’s right. I’m not the only one competing here. Lina’s my partner.

What will she do if I leave now?

“Lina, I’m sorry. I-”

“All right, that’s enough.” Lina smiled as she stepped forward. “I understand. If you want to go back, go.”

around to stare at her in disbelief. “Do you know what

for the competition, she won’t be able to come up with any proper blueprints because her

words only came after a beat. “But what about you? What

because the competitors are about the same level as us. Getting a third place is quite eye-catching too. Being the champion is just the icing on the

made Natalie feel worse—it made her feel guilty for

her face, Natalie began sobbing. “I’m sorry,

you would’ve done this, so I’ve already told my mentor about it. My mentor agrees with this too. Although the competition is important, it’s nothing in comparison to a life. While a designer should strive for the best, abandoning one’s morals and emotions in the pursuit of achievements will make that

and added, “So, Nat, go back to look for Mr. Shane. Find him. That way, you won’t let me down after I quit the

sighed before finally showing them both a smile. “What can I say after Lina’s decision? Still, Nat, I’m on Lina’s side this time. She’s right. We’ve given up on the competition for you, so don’t you disappoint us. Otherwise,

their words of support and encouragement, guilt and warm feelings swelled

deep breath and plastered a smile on her face before nodding. “Don’t worry. I won’t let

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