The Love From Vengeance

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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.”

on mine for a moment longer before he spoke again. “Good. Now, I expect you to make amends for your behavior and represent our family with dignity and grace in the future.”

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walk away, my grandfather told me to hold on.

I still heard some

turned to him. “What

with the stripper

grandfather mentioned the dance at the nightclub. I knew I was in deep

trouble now.

“I was just having some fun with my friends.

his eyes bore into mine with a fierce intensity. “Luke, do you have any idea how damaging this could be to our family’s reputation? You were representing

swallowed hard, feeling a knot form in my stomach. I hadn’t considered the consequences of my actions, too caught up in the moment to think about the implications

“I didn’t mean to bring shame

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

voice tinged with remorse. “I will do everything in my power to make amends and restore our family’s

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

grandfather’s words hung heavy in the air, and I couldn’t shake the feeling

him. But before I could say anything

more stern tone.

it’s time 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

solemnly, understanding the weight of his words. “I understand, grandpa. I will dedicate myself

of approval, but his expression remained serious. “Good. Remember,

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yourself but also on our entire family. It’s time to start acting

1 spoke softly, taking

for you. I trust you, your hardwork all these years was really remarkable. But