The Love From Vengeance

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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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hair in frustration. “Even so, I have

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reached out and placed a reassuring hand on his arm. “Thank you, Larry. I appreciate your support more

“I promise I’ll do whatever it takes to make this right, Ariel

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

please. Why do you people have to be so rude towards

are you trying to do here, young man?” Mr. Kingston

only doing what’s

you think is right?” Simon budged into the

back to his parents. “So,

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

you speak to me like that? You’re nothing without

squared his shoulders, refusing to back down. “I may be your son, but that

Larry. Don’t fall for this girl’s falsehoods.

composed. “It’s not about Ariel, Mom. It’s about what’s right.”

sneered, his arrogance evident. “Right? What do you know about what’s right? You’re just a naive kid who doesn’t understand

the air. “Maybe I am naive, but I refuse to become like you, Simon. I won’t sacrifice my morals for the sake of

face contorted with rage. “You’re a disgrace to this family, Larry! If you continue down this

be able to live with myself, knowing I stood up for what’s

conflict in Larry’s eyes as he faced his family’s fury, but his resolve remained unshaken. He was determined to make peace, even if it

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way, Larry was remarkable. He had an irresistible combination of looks, kindnes and empathy. His charming

as his genuine care and consideration for others were truly admirable. Larry remained Jumble and down to earth despite his marry admirable qualities, a stark contrast to his vain and selfish brother, Simon Many adored Larry because his character exemplified what it truly meant to be a great guy

him out. He doesn’t belong here. He doesn’t

that. He’s not in his right

being emotional. Larry is trying