Feel the Way You Feel, My Love

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

the competition,

opened, but her words only came after a beat. “But

the finals 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 cake. Although it sounds better, it isn’t that big of a difference, really. Besides, we always have the next round of competition,” Lina told her with

Natalie feel worse—it made her

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

Although the competition is important, it’s nothing in comparison to

Natalie’s tears 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 competition. Of course, once you find him, you’ll have to compensate me

side this time. She’s right. We’ve given up on the competition for

support and encouragement, guilt and warm feelings swelled in her

a smile on her face before nodding. “Don’t worry. I won’t let you down. I’ll find