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Chapter 106

Penulis: Lauren
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Caroline’s

Point of View

Staring

at the laptop, I sit at my desk; the official announcement of the coming

jewelry design contest in Italy blinks in front of me. My fingers hover about

the keyboard as I read the details for the tenth time.

One of

the most prestigious competitions in the industry, conducted globally by one of

the oldest and most well-respected jewelry houses, the grand prize is

membership with them. But that is not why I am interested—more so with the

recognition, not a position there. My new studio is just starting to find its

feet, and to win or even just leave a mark in this competition might mean

getting my break.

My

heart starts racing as I almost lose my breath. Part of me is eager; that's the

drive to be able to prove myself. Another part lingers-a part that remembers

the hurt of last times.

Weltering

memories, both unwelcome and painful, down into my mind-I remember back to when

I was last involved in such a competition. The anticipation and all that joy

lightin
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