Chapter 81: Deliberate Difficulties

"Alex, I really don't know how to thank you enough for everything," Ava said, her voice full of gratitude as she looked over at Alex, who was sketching not far from her. These days, he had been by her side, refining the details of the design drafts and discussing the content. Moreover, whenever she hit a roadblock, Alex was there to guide her, almost as if he could read her mind.

Alex put down his pen, looked up at Ava with a puzzled expression, and asked, "Thank me for what?"

"Of course, for spending these days giving me advice and guiding me. I used to think I was quite skilled, but comparing myself to you, I see there's still so much to learn. Truly, learning never ends!" Ava exclaimed.

Alex, with a slight lift of his eyebrows and a smile, responded, "You're already doing very well. You don't need to be so hard on yourself."

But Ava waved her hand with a determined look. "No, I need to work even harder!"