I’m at the point where I have been lifting for a solid 9 months and have developed a decent asthetic. I could cut down the next four months to see my abs or I could continue a bulk and cut down starting January where I have a 4 month break from school. I’m 5’9 and 148 lbs 21 yo

Any insight? I want to make gains but at the same time I believe I could use the time to become shredded and then start a lean bulk. I’m uncertain if my time at the gym is being wasted and would be better spent on a bulk as of now