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.”

– brands reach an agreement, sign the contract, and that’s that.

this Christmas collab was different; it was set

and the winning designer’s brand

the brands, everyone sharpening their elbows

Christine teased, “Tempted?”

wouldn’t be with such a

collaborate with the top brand

so many talents out there, probably just wishful thinking on my

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mischievously, “Isn’t Mark the regional director for them now?

“Oh, come on.”

would that make me, and how

who you know in our society? You think the other brands

to win that way,” I

a project, not like

the rules. Besides, do you think Mark would even go for it? He’s not one

“Fair point.”

tone lightened, “But who knows, maybe he’d make an exception for you.”

come on.

the idea without a second thought, Mark and I had been close in college, but we hadn’t seen each

I might not

say, and with only two slots available, chances were slim they’d go