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,

was different; it was set up as a design

slots for contestants, and the winning designer’s brand would get the collaboration deal with

sparked a frenzy among the brands, everyone sharpening their elbows for a shot at

Christine teased, “Tempted?”

Who wouldn’t be with such a great opportunity?”

collaborate with the top brand was a

many talents out there, probably just wishful

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them now? Why

“Oh, come on.”

that make me, and how would that be fair to

think the other brands won’t be cozying up to

not mine. I don’t want to win that way,” I stood my ground.

It’s just a project, not like you’re cheating

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

“Fair point.”

moment before her tone lightened, “But who knows, maybe

on. Stop joking..”

idea without a second thought, Mark and I had been close in college, but we

stress about it now. I might not even get picked to

and with only two slots available,