The Love From Vengeance

352: LINE IN THE SAND

ARIEL’S POV

Larry approached us, and I quickly scrambled to my feet, brushing off the dirt from my clothes. His expression was a mix of concern and irritation as he looked between me and his

family.

“Ariel, what’s going on here?” He asked, his tone edged with a hint of frustration.

I took a deep breath, gathering my thoughts before launching into an explanation. “Your brother and parents are trying to intimidate me into backing down from exposing the truth about what they’ve done to my family’s business,” I began, my voice steady despite the

lingering ache from Simon’s shove.

Larry’s eyebrows furrowed, his gaze flickering to his family before settling back on me. What truth? What have they done?”

“They used their power to ruin my family’s business, all because they’re trying to support

hat scumbag right there. A scumbag who doesn’t deserve respect. Simon tried to assault me, but my family saved me from his brutality. With that, your father went ahead and ruined our company’s name because of his wealth. Because he has all the power in the world, and now that I’ve come to confront him, they are treating me like shit.”

Larry’s expression darkened, his jaw clenching as he absorbed my words. “I had no idea,” he muttered, his voice low with disbelief.

“I’m not surprised,” I replied bitterly. “They’ve been careful to keep their actions hidden, but I won’t let them get away with it.*

He ran a hand through his hair, frustration evident in his movements. “This is unacceptable. I can’t believe they would stoop so low.”

“Believe it. “And unless someone from within their own family stands up to them, they’ll continue to destroy everything in their path.”

Larry’s eyes met mine, a flicker of resolve shining through the turmoil. “I won’t let that happen. I’ll talk to them; make them see reason.”

I shook my head, a bitter laugh escaping my lips. “I doubt they’ll listen to you, Larry. Their own greed and power too consume them.”

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running a hand through his hair in frustration. “Even so, I have to try. I can’t let them ruin

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out and placed a reassuring hand on his arm. “Thank you, Larry. I

me a small nod. “I promise I’ll do whatever it

on a minute, don’t tell me you’re going to take her side now, son,” his mother told him.

to her. “Mom, please. Why do you people have to be so rude towards

here, young man?” Mr. Kingston

only doing what’s

budged into the conversation with a loud voice.

you just hold it there,” Larry retorted. He turned back to his parents.

you’ve lost your mind!” Mr. Kingston thundered, his face flushing with

to me like that? You’re nothing without this family’s legacy!‘

his shoulders, refusing to back down. “I may be your son, but that doesn’t mean I’ll stand by silently while you

Larry. Don’t

he remained composed. “It’s not about Ariel, Mom.

evident. “Right? What do you know about what’s right? You’re just a naive kid who doesn’t understand how the real world

am naive, but I refuse to become like you, Simon. I won’t sacrifice

you continue down this path, you’ll regret it for the rest of

able to live with myself,

fury, but his resolve remained unshaken. He was determined to make peace, even

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had an irresistible combination of looks, kindnes and empathy. His charming personality and warm demeanor had a magnetic effect on those around him,

his genuine care and consideration for others were truly admirable. Larry remained Jumble and down to earth despite his marry admirable qualities, a

out. He doesn’t

don’t say that. He’s not in his right

being emotional. Larry is trying to challenge