Renee quickly grasped Wendy's hand, saying, "Of course, I forgive you. I know you didn't have a choice, and I trust you." Renee's smile was warm and genuine, despite the lingering scent of alcohol.Wendy nodded vigorously, but inwardly, she scoffed. How naive. She's still holding onto those small favors I did for her. No wonder she's so easily fooled!Putting on a concerned expression, Wendy asked, "Renee, I heard you're planning to withdraw from the competition? Honestly, it's fine. We can just focus on finding a stable job. No need to push yourself too hard.""Wendy, as my best friend, shouldn't you be encouraging me instead?""I... I'm just worried you're taking on too much, that's all. I didn't mean anything else," Wendy stammered."Speaking of the competition, I noticed someone tampered with my design drafts. You have a key to my dorm room, don't you?" Renee asked, probing her.Wendy immediately started to cry, looking aggrieved. "You think it was me? We've been friends for so man
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