Chapter 16 — Welcome Back Chu Niem

My design received unanimous recognition from the entire team. Lam Thanh gave me the greatest authority, allowing me to be fully in charge of the patterning and production of this collection. Every day I immerse myself in the company and office, busy, but more fulfilled and happier than ever. I have found myself, the person who can defy everything for my dream. When I was in college, I could go without sleep for three days and three nights because of a design. That feels so good. One month later, my "Tan Sinh" collection appeared in awe as the closing collection at the launch of the new fall-winter product of "Mich Quang". When the last model wore the tuxedo I designed, using gold thread embroidered with a nirvana phoenix pattern on a black brocade background, she walked onto the catwalk. The whole hall echoed with thunderous applause. After the premiere ended, Lam Thanh led me onto the stage. Under the sparkling flash light, she introduced me to everyone. “This person is our newly appointed chief designer, Ms. Chu Niem.” “Also the creator of the ‘Tan Sinh’ collection.” I stood in the middle of the stage, looking at the appreciative and amazed eyes below the stage. Inside is a piece of calm. I know, from this moment on, my life truly begins. The launch was a great success. The "Tan Sinh" collection became famous overnight. Orders flew in like snowflakes. Thanks to that, my reputation rose in the design world. To Tinh organized a solemn congratulatory party for me. Right at my new home. We drank champagne, stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling glass doors, looking at all the brightly lit houses outside the windows. “Nien Niem, congratulations.” To Tinh raised his glass, truly happy for me. “You're literally glowing all over right now.” I smiled and clinked glasses with her. “Respect the past.” I said. “Respect new students.” To Tinh said. We looked at each other and smiled, finishing our drinks. That's right. Respect that I was once innocent and paid the price, but was hurt so badly. Also respect yourself now, be brave, be alert, and finally rely on yourself to regain your whole life. My life has just begun. The future has endless possibilities waiting for me. I looked at the brilliant galaxy outside the window, raised my glass, and had a glass for myself. Chu Niem, welcome back.