Love After Leaving: No Regret (Agnes and Raymond) novel Chapter 192

Love AfterLeaving: No Regret

Chapter 192 An Invitation with Hidden Motives

Raymond stood there. As Agnes walked past him, the familiar soft fragrance from her lingered in the air, making him momentarily lose focus.

“Agnes…”

The next morning, Agnes was still sleeping in when she heard faint voices coming from the living room o the estate.

It seemed guests had arrived.

After washing up, she walked into the living room and saw Sabrina seated in her wheelchair, chatting with a middle-aged man.

The moment Sabrina saw her, she waved her over warmly

“Agnes, come here.”

The man beside her immediately stood up upon hearing this and hurriedly straightened his suit.

As Agnes approached, she found him somewhat familiar, as if she had seen him somewhere before.

He looked composed and was dressed impeccably. He also had a gentle kindness in his expression.

“Hello, Ms. Sinclair. We meet again.”

The man spoke politely, even pulling out a chair for her like a true gentleman.

Agnes nodded slightly. “Thank you. Sorry, have we met before?”

Sabrina smiled. “Agnes, have you forgotten? Mr. Hale came with his family to my birthday banquet a few days ago.

“You’ve also met his daughter, Monica.”

Only then did Agnes remember. They had indeed exchanged greetings at the banquet.

But everything had been so rushed that she had completely forgotten.

Agnes smiled. “Hello, Mr. Hale.”

Calvin waved his hand. “Ah, yes, yes. I came today not only to visit Sabrina but also for something important. I came specifically to see you, Ms. Sinclair.”

Agnes looked slightly surprised. “To see me? Is something wrong. Mr. Hale?”

Calvin sighed, his tone heavy.

“Last time, Monica acted recklessly and did something unforgivable. She offended you. I came today o personally apologize.

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Chapter 192-An-Invitation with Hidden Motives

“It’s my failure as a father. Any losses you suffered, our family will compensate you fully.

“And if you ever need help in the future, you can come to me anytime.”

Agnes was a little taken aback. Both Monica and her mother seemed like difficult people, yet her father appeared surprisingly reasonable.

He even came personally to apologize.

Agnes replied calmly, “It’s alright, Mr. Hale. It wasn’t anything serious. Monica already apologized to me publicly.”

Calvin nodded. “Please don’t take it to heart. I’ve already taught her a harsh lesson. This won’t happen again.

“Our families have been close for generations, and we shouldn’t let such a small matter affect our relationship.”

Agnes nodded in agreement, though something about the way he looked at her felt strange.

Calvin paused, then asked, “Ms. Sinclair, is your family also in Grandridge?”

Agnes shook her head. “No. It’s just me now. My mother passed away a few years ago.”

She clearly saw his expression freeze for a brief moment, and then a flicker of shock passed through his

eyes.

It took him a while to recover, his voice turning hoarse. “I see… So that’s how it is…”

For a moment, Agnes thought she saw his eyes redden slightly.

Calvin quickly continued, “Oh, right, two days from now, I’ll be hosting a birthday banquet at my residence.

“I wonder if I might have the honor of inviting you.

“It would also be a chance for us to properly express our apology and get to know you better.

Agnes instinctively wanted to refuse. She had no desire whatsoever to have any further dealings with Monica’s family.

Just as she was about to decline, Sabrina spoke up.

“Agnes, could you go with me?

“Since I fell ill, I haven’t gone out in a long time. Just think of it as accompanying me for some fresh air

Calvin added, “I’ve invited many prominent figures in Grandridge.

“I’ve heard you specialize in Hanese-style fashion. You could also take this opportunity to expand your network.”

Agnes didn’t particularly care about networking, but since Sabrina had asked, she hesitated.

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Chapter 192 An Invitation with Hidden Motives

After a brief moment of internal conflict, she agreed.

They chatted for a white longer, and after exchanging a few more words, Agnes excused herself and left.

Once she was out of sight, Calvin and Sabrina exchanged a glance, and Sabrina gave a meaningful nod

Everyone in the Newton family received an invitation. Monica was thrilled that she would get to see Raymond again.

On the day of Calvin’s birthday banquet, she even personally went to pick Raymond up from the Newton Group.

However, when she arrived at the top-floor office, Raymond wasn’t there.

Although the receptionist told her he was busy, she insisted on waiting in his office until he finished.

Monica admired the spacious office, completely absorbed.

Just like the man himself, it was imposing, luxurious, and flawless in every way.

She walked around, touching things here and there, becoming even more infatuated with him.

But when she reached his desk, her expression suddenly turned dark.

On the desk sat a photo frame, and inside was a picture of Raymond and Agnes, leaning close together. smiling brightly.

Monica rolled her eyes and angrily pushed the frame over. She didn’t want to see it at all.

Then, out of the corner of her eye, she noticed a delicate little box sitting on the desk.

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Love AfterLeaving: No Regret

Chapter 198 A Misplaced Gift

The box bore the logo of the well-known brand Mario.

Monica’s eyes lit up instantly as she had always loved this brand.

She had mentioned it to Raymond before. So, he had remembered all along!

Excited, she opened the box. Inside was an exquisite diamond bracelet.

She had followed Mario for years, yet she had never seen this design before.

It wasn’t available on the market, so this had to be a private custom piece.

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And she knew how exclusive Mario’s custom service was. It was only available to a select group of elite

clients.

The Newtons were probably the only ones in Grandridge who could afford that.

Monica eagerly put the bracelet on her wrist. Wow, it fit her perfectly!

Oh my god, Raymond had actually been hiding this surprise for her!

When she saw him later, she would definitely tell him just how much she loved this bracelet.

Her heart pounded wildly, almost leaping into her throat. Her breathing also turned quick.

Could it be that Raymond actually liked her?

Had he finally accepted his divorce and was ready to move on?

And that person was her. Monica Hale.

She sank into the sudden wave of happiness.

Countless images of her and Raymond together flashed through her mind, her cheeks flushing red.

Just then, someone walked in. It was Raymond’s assistant, Eden.

‘Ms. Hale, Mr. Newton said he has something to handle. He’ll head directly to your father’s birthday banquet later.

‘He asked that you not wait here. I’ll take you back.”

Monica was in an exceptionally good mood. Normally, she would’ve snapped at Eden.

But today, she suddenly became gentle and graceful.

“Thank you, Eden. I understand. I’ll trouble you, then.”

By the time Monica returned to the Hale residence, guests had already begun arriving one after another.

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