Love After Leaving: No Regret (Agnes and Raymond) novel Chapter 287

He took her hiking to watch the sunrise, the sunset, the stars, and even fireworks.

Aside from when she was asleep, he barely let her stay alone in her room for even a minute.

One day, Agnes got a call from Carmen.

Carmen had heard Agnes designed classical embroidery clothing.

She invited her to come by her boutique, hang out, and maybe give some pointers on the designs there.

Agnes couldn't have been more willing. She had been suffocated by Raymond these past few days.

This was the perfect excuse to get out and breathe.

Raymond personally drove her to Carmen's store, then left.

From the car, he called Carmen.

"She's on her way. Just keep her company. Don't bring up anything too sensitive."

Carmen laughed. "Wow, look at you spoiling your wife. You even called me in to keep her entertained.

"So how are you planning to thank me?"

Raymond chuckled. "You're both in fashion. You'll have things to talk about.

"She doesn't have many friends, and I've probably been annoying her lately."

He paused, then added more seriously, "You and Frank are the only ones I trust with this. I'm counting on you.

"If you ever need anything, just ask."

"Alright, I'll remember that," Carmen said. "I'm heading to the store now.

"But honestly, I really like your wife.

"Who knows? Maybe one day, I'll steal her from you."

She hung up before he could respond, leaving Raymond staring at his phone.

Agnes stepped into Carmen's boutique. It was completely different from Tidewhisper Lily.

Tidewhisper Lily leaned into classical, elegant styles, while Carmen's brand focused on luxury, high-society fashion.

The moment Agnes walked in, several staff members greeted her with bright smiles.

"Hello, Ms. Sinclair. This way, please."

Agnes was surprised. They recognized her without even asking.

One of the staff couldn't stop gushing.

"Wow, Ms. Sinclair, you're stunning. Our boss said a very important and beautiful friend would be visiting today.

"The second you walked in, I knew it was you. I've worked here for years, and I've never seen anyone as gorgeous as you."

Agnes smiled politely. "Thank you. That's very kind of you."

"Why are they just standing there? Don't they see a customer has arrived? Call them over."

Eileen was a well-known member of the nouveau riche in Grandridge.

Her family had started out raising pigs but recently transformed into a billion-dollar livestock empire.

With that sudden leap in status, she had forced her way into high society.

Now, she was surrounded by people eager to flatter her.

She spent lavishly and demanded attention everywhere she went.

In every store she visited, the place had to be cleared just for her.

All staff were expected to serve only her.

Today, at Carmen's boutique, the staff hadn't swarmed her like usual.

She immediately felt slighted, irritation rising fast.

Hannah stepped forward quickly, bowing slightly as she explained, "We're very sorry, Ms. Schuman. That lady isn't one of our staff. She's a guest, just like you.

"Priscilla and I will assist you today. Please let us know what you need."

Priscilla added with a polite smile, "Ms. Schuman, this way, please.

"We just received several limited-edition gowns. They'd suit you perfectly. Would you like to take a look?"