CEO's Passion: Love by Mistake

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.”

Sally spun around to stare at her in

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

only came after a beat. “But

third place is quite eye-catching too. Being the champion is just the icing on the cake.

smile of hers only made Natalie feel worse—it made her feel guilty for letting

began sobbing. “I'm

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 designer a horrible one.

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,

on Lina's side this time. She's right.

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 up to you.

apply for our departure from the