The Love From Vengeance

348: PATH TO REDEMPTION

LUKE’S POV

As I approached my grandfather, his stern expression sent a shiver down my spine. I couldn’t help but wonder what I had done to incur his wrath this time. Had he learned about

my

reckless behavior earlier?

“Luke,” he said in a low voice, his tone laced with disappointment. “We need to talk.”

My heart sank as I followed him into the mansion, my mind racing with the possibilities of what he could know. Did he find out about the incident with the woman on the road? Or perhaps he had discovered my recent escapades at the nightclub?

As we entered his study, my grandfather fixed me with a penetrating gaze that made me squirm under his scrutiny. “I received a call today,” he began, his voice steady but filled with reproach. “About your behavior at the charity event last night.”

My stomach dropped as the pieces fell into place. So he hadn’t found out about the

-Itercation on the road, but my actions at the charity event had still managed to reach his

ears.

“I… I can explain,” I stammered, my mind scrambling to come up with a plausible excuse for my bel.avior.

But my grandfather held up a hand, cutting me off. “I don’t want excuses, Luke. I want you to understand the gravity of your actions. You embarrassed both yourself and our family with your reckless behavior.”

His words struck a nerve, and I felt a pang of guilt wash over me. I had let him down, just like I had let down Daniel and countless others with my impulsive actions.

“I’m sorry, grandfather,” I said, the words heavy with sincerity. “I didn’t mean to cause any harm. I just… lost control.”

My grandfather sighed, his expression softening slightly. “I know you’re young and prone to making mistakes, Luke. But you must learn to temper your impulses and act with more responsibility. Our family’s reputation is at stake.”

I nodded, chastened by his words. “I understand, grandfather. I’ll do better, I promise.”

“Good. Now, I expect you to make amends for your behavior and represent our family

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away,

some disgusting

turned to him. “What

with the stripper at the

mentioned the dance at

trouble now.

you think,” I began, my voice trembling slightly. “I was just having some fun with my friends. It wasn’t anything serious.”

how damaging this could be to our family’s reputation? You were representing us, and your behavior reflects poorly

my stomach. I hadn’t considered the consequences of my actions, too caught

I said, my voice barely above a whisper. “I didn’t mean to bring shame upon our name. It

slightly, but his disappointment was still palpable. “I hope you understand the seriousness of this, Luke. You are a member of the prominent Reynolds, and your actions carry weight. You must conduct yourself with dignity and respect at all

“I will do everything in my power to make amends and restore our family’s

have a lot. of work to do to earn back the trust and respect of those around

in the air, and I couldn’t shake the

before I could say anything

more stern tone.

you start focusing more on the family business and less on these frivolous distractions,” he said, his voice firm. “You have a responsibility to uphold the legacy of our family, and that means prioritizing your duties over indulging in reckless

grandpa. I will dedicate myself to the business

me a nod of approval, but his expression remained serious. “Good. Remember, your

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on yourself but also on our entire family. It’s

1 spoke softly, taking

I trust you, your hardwork all