Olivia’s POV

The entire weekend was consumed by work, my focus relentless despite skipping meals and surviving on fleeting naps from 4 a.m. to 6 a.m., fueled only by strong coffee and sheer willpower.

Yet, no matter how much effort I poured into the project, it felt hollow, lacking the brilliance needed for a brand as renowned as Elysium Designs. I had to face the bitter truth: it was a lost cause, a shadow of what it could have been.

Frustration weighed heavy as I stared at the ceiling ...