Rewriting My Heart's Fate

The crowd gave me a standing ovation.

I smiled and bowed at the judges before turning around. I just so happened to see Penny's shocked face.

She must've never thought that my work would cause such a commotion. She finally realized that she shouldn't look down on me.

The fashion show ended after my model made her last pose, the cameras flashing nonstop.

Confident that I would win, I walked off the stage and waited for the organizer to announce the competition results.

The competition had come to an end, and the works of all the competitors were presented. The judges headed backstage for the final selection of the best work today.

I was on the edge of my seat, waiting as I played with my fingers despite knowing for sure that I would turn out to be the champion.

With my design, I was sure that I'd win!

Not long after that, the host spoke into the microphone, "The winner of the best design is..."

He paused for suspense as he stared at the opened envelope in his hand.

Everyone went quiet. I held my breath. My heart raced, although I was certain that I would win.

winner, Evelyn Wiley!" he

right after he announced the winner. I was calm inside, but Kevin, who was beside me, was so thrilled that he hugged me. So,

to see me after that. "Congrats, Ms. Wiley! Your design is

smile. "Thank you, Mr. Crane. I'm honored, but I plan to start my own studio to realize my dreams. I do hope that we can cooperate in the

a little surprised, but he recomposed himself and gave me an understanding

quite

isn't an easy feat, but I believe that with your talent, you'll be able to make your dream come true."

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he handed me his card. He gave me a meaningful look before turning to

the card tightly. Why should

controlling of me

problem for being too cowardly.

I was interviewed by the reporters about my thoughts after my victory, I made it clear that my mind was set

just the beginning,"

goal is to start my own studio and to come up with designs to emphasize the beauty of our culture and tradition. I

culture!"

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my speech. The people were impressed by my words and