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.”

at her

if Mr. Shane is dead or alive. Even if Nat stays for the competition, she won’t

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

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 champion is just the icing on the cake. Although it sounds better, it isn’t that big of a

only made Natalie feel worse—it made her feel

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

it’s nothing in comparison to a life. While a designer should strive for the best, abandoning one’s morals and emotions in

me down after I quit the competition. Of course, once you find him, you’ll have to compensate me and Sal, or

after Lina’s decision? Still, Nat, I’m on Lina’s side this time. She’s right.

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

on her face before nodding. “Don’t worry. I won’t let

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