The Love From Vengeance

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LUKE’S POV

Stepping out of my car, I saw my grandfather sitting on the porch with another man. I wondered what they were talking about.

“Luke, my boy!” My grandfather’s face lit up as he saw me approaching. “Come, meet Mr. Gray Walker. He’s a dear friend of mine.”

I walked up to them and shook Gray’s hand. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Walker.”

“The pleasure is all mine, Luke,” he replied with a warm smile. “Your grandfather has told me so much about you.“You’re quite a talented young man.

I couldn’t help but feel a little flattered by his words. My grandfather had always been my biggest supporter, and hearing him praise me for someone else made me feel proud.

“I’ll leave you two to chat,” my grandfather said, patting me on the back. “I’ll go and check on the preparations for dinner.”

Gray and I found ourselves alone as he walked away. I was about to excuse myself and head inside when my grandfather’s next words stopped me in my tracks.

“Actually, Luke, why don’t you join us? We have some business to discuss.”

I hesitated for a moment, unsure if I was ready for such a serious conversation. But my grandfather’s warm smile and encouraging nod convinced me to stay.

We all sat on the porch, and my grandfather began explaining the Walkers company and its success in New Haven. I attentively listened, making a concerted effort to comprehend the swirling business terminology.

“Have you heard of Walker’s company before, Luke?” my grandfather asked.

I shook my head, feeling a little embarrassed. It seemed like I was the only one who hadn’t heard of this renowned company.

My grandfather burst into laughter, causing Gray to join in. I couldn’t help but smile at their lightheartedness, feeling more at ease in their presence.

“Well, that’s alright, my boy,” my grandfather said, still chuckling. “You’ll know more about them soon enough.”

between our two companies, and I think it would be a

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see the excitement in his eyes. I was still trying to understand why my grandfather was considering partnering with such a

“That sounds good. Can I go

I was just about to tell you that Gray here has

do. But I was more focused on the

I appreciate your efforts, but I’m really not interested in meeting anyone right now,” I replied, trying to keep my tone polite yet

shifted from jovial to slightly surprised, then understanding.” Ah, I see. Well, that’s perfectly fine, Luke. Your priorities are what

ush.”

you at this stage in your life is important. There’s plenty of time

understanding. Sometimes, the conform to societal expectations seemed overwhelming, but having my grandfather and his

for

with that

and I became fully engaged again. But then they had to talk about

something didn’t seem right. The friendship between all these two, talking about his daughter, and trying to introduce her to me. Their moves were somehow suspicious. But I couldn’t get myself further

we’ll be throwing a party this weekend to celebrate our

Grandpa,” I replied, trying to match his enthusiasm. “I’m

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whole situation. The way

research on the Walkers company later. Something

it was before diving deeper into this

a smile and focused on the current conversation, trying to play my part in the discussion while keeping my

and my grandfather stood up from his chair, signaling the end of our meeting. “Well, Gray, it’s been a pleasure having you here. We’ll be in

my grandfather. “Thank you for your hospitality,

grandfather shook his hand firmly. “Likewise, Gray. Safe travels