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.”

to stare at her in disbelief. “Do

I know how she feels. No one knows if Mr. Shane is dead or alive. Even if Nat stays for the competition, she won’t be able to come up with any proper blueprints because

after a beat.

now, we’ll still be in third place. We never were confident about emerging as the champion in the finals because the competitors are about the same level as us. Getting a third place is quite eye-catching too. Being the

that smile of hers only made Natalie feel worse—it

sobbing. “I’m sorry, Lina.

it’s nothing in comparison to a life. While a designer should

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 and Sal, or else I’ll never let you

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.

their words of support and encouragement, guilt and warm feelings

deep breath and plastered a smile on her face before nodding. “Don’t worry. I won’t let you down. I’ll find Shane, and I’ll make