Love After Leaving: No Regret (Agnes and Raymond) novel Chapter 292

Back then, she got plastic surgery so Agnes wouldn't recognize her.

She didn't just change her face. She even reshaped her body. After all, even an average woman can look beautiful with the right work and careful styling.

For a moment, Duncan stared at her, a little lost. Then he looked back at the mirror and kept fixing his tie.

Rebecca walked over slowly. With a gentle smile, she reached out and adjusted his tie for him. Then she took a pair of glasses from her bag and put them on his face.

"The Shaws are a powerful family in Grandridge. We need to be careful. We can't let anyone recognize us."

Duncan's lips curved slightly. He felt a bit impressed by how thoughtful she was.

When Rebecca and Duncan arrived at the charity auction, Matthew was chatting with other guests.

Rebecca looked around carefully. After making sure there were no familiar faces, she finally relaxed.

Duncan went over to greet Matthew. Matthew took the chance to introduce him to many people.

Duncan handled himself well. He was calm and polite.

But when Matthew introduced him, he didn't say Duncan was his son. Instead, he said Duncan was a distant nephew of the Shaw family.

Duncan felt a little annoyed, but he knew how hard it had been to get this far.

Son or nephew—it didn't matter. As long as he could move one step closer to becoming part of the Shaw family, it was worth it.

Rebecca didn't dare act boldly either. She stayed quietly to the side, watching everything.

The charity auction officially began after the host gave the opening speech.

As the organizer, Matthew walked onto the stage with a calm smile and began his speech.

The room filled with applause. Then it went quiet.

"Hello, everyone. Welcome..."

Creak!

Just as Matthew was about to continue, the doors to the hall suddenly opened.

Gina walked in, wearing a stunning gown. Frank and Carmen followed behind her. She made a grand entrance.

With a bright smile, she said apologetically, "Honey, sorry I'm late."

She walked up and stood beside Matthew. Frank and Carmen stood behind them.

Matthew's expression stiffened. He turned his head slightly and asked in a low voice, "Why are you here?"

Gina smiled again. "Matthew is just too strong-willed. He likes to handle everything on his own. Back when his family was in trouble, if it weren't for our fam..."

Before she could finish, Matthew cut her off loudly.

"This is my fault. Today, in front of everyone, I promise you—I'll tell you everything right away from now on, okay? I hope you're not upset anymore..."

A guest sighed, "They say Mr. Shaw dotes on his wife. Seeing it today, it's really true..."

After the crowd dispersed, Matthew quickly walked away, ignoring Gina completely.

Gina chased after him, her tone sharp.

"I already gave you face on stage. Frank and Carmen are here too. And now you don't even discuss anything with me before making decisions?"

Matthew sounded impatient. "Why do I need to discuss my own things with you?"

Gina's voice turned cold. "Don't forget—your family only got where it is today because of my family's help."

Matthew's face showed helplessness—and deep disgust.

He hadn't forgotten.

The Shaws had once fallen into decline. If the Fletchers hadn't stepped in with money to support them, the Shaw family's 100-year legacy would've already disappeared.