Lost Me Gained Regret

Chapter 75

I knew I’d just end up eating this meal without really tasting a thing.

When I got home, I spent the whole night tossing and turning, halfway between sleep and wakefulness.

The next day, I didn’t roll out of bed until noon, feeling like I was floating as I walked.

rummaged around in the fridge and whipped up some garlic roasted brussel sprouts and shrimp. It wasn’t until then that I felt somewhat alive.

The concert was tonight, and with time to spare, I decided to shake off the funk and boot up my computer to get some work done.

First things first, a quick dive into social media

Seeing the official announcement gave me a much-needed jolt of energy.

Just as I was about to zoom in, Christine’s call popped up, “Hey, sweetie, you holding up okay?”

I didn’t want to worry her, “Yeah, I’m good.”

“Is Bryant back yet?”

I paused, “Nope.”

“Then let’s not talk about him, bad vibes.”

Christine swiftly changed the subject, “I called to tell you, did you see the news about the collaboration project?”

“Just did.”

these collaborations were straightforward – brands reach an agreement, sign the contract, and that’s that.

was different; it was set up as a design competition.

slots for contestants, and the winning designer’s brand would

brands, everyone sharpening their elbows for a

Christine teased, “Tempted?”

Who wouldn’t be with such a

with the top brand was

many talents out there, probably just wishful thinking

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mischievously, “Isn’t Mark the regional director for them now? Why not have him pull some strings?”

“Oh, come on.”

make me, and how would that

in our society? You think the other brands won’t be cozying

to win that

stubborn. It’s just a project, not like you’re cheating in a major design

by the rules. Besides, do you think Mark would even go

“Fair point.”

a moment before her tone lightened, “But who knows, maybe he’d make

on. Stop

the idea without a second thought, Mark and I had been close in college, but we hadn’t seen each other in three years; he wouldn’t

now. I might not even get picked

the final say, and with only two slots available,