When you say my name -Wooyoung

ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀ ᴠ: 𝒪𝓁𝓁𝒾𝑒

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Over the next few days, I found myself searching for distractions to stave off the monotony of my days. I read through all my books, even going as far as to checking out a few more from the library. However, no matter how quickly I read them, the books seemed to leave me unsatisfied, craving more.

As the week progressed, I couldn't help but feel a sense of relief when Monday arrived and the cycle of classes resumed. My happiness was further amplified when our design professor announced that the class would be working on a project. As she read out the names of our assigned partners, I couldn't help but feel a wave of gratitude wash over me.

Laney found her way to the seat next to mine. Her radiant smile was infectious as she teasingly said, "Looks like you're stuck with me." I couldn't help but laugh, recognizing that this pairing could have been much worse. The guy at the back of the class, known by the mysterious name of Boo Radley, came to mind, and I shuddered at the thought of being partnered with him.

"So, tell me, do you know how to sew?" I inquired, my voice filled with a mix of hope and trepidation.

Laney's enthusiasm was evident as she excitedly nodded her head. "My drawing skills, on the other hand, are abysmal."

"Perfect," I whispered under my breath as I flipped through my notebook, showing her my designs. "I can draw the outfit, and you can sew it."

Laney's eyes widened in awe as she flipped through my sketches, her expression one of pure delight. "Ollie, these drawings are incredible," she exclaimed.

I waved her off, attempting to downplay my own pride. "I may be able to create them on paper, but when it comes to sewing, I'm a complete disaster."

Laney's face lit up with understanding, and she placed my notebook back on the table. "Well, it's a good thing we were partnered together then. It's like we were destined for this."

I shook my head at her infectious enthusiasm, feeling it seep into me like water into a sponge. "So, we plan for tonight at seven?" I asked, and Laney nodded in agreement as we dove into brainstorming our design.

The partnership with Laney was proving to be a turning point in my life, the start of a creative journey that I had longed for. Our collaboration not only fueled my passion for design but also reignited the flame within my heart, leaving me eager to face each new challenge with determination and zeal.

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