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.”

to Gray and said, “We’ve been discussing a possible partnership between our two companies, and I think it would be a great opportunity for both of us.

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in his eyes. I was still trying to understand why my

“That sounds good. Can I

laughed. “Always in a rush, aren’t you? I was just about to tell you that Gray

at my grandfather’s attempts right now. I knew what he was trying to do. But I was

but I’m really not interested in meeting anyone right now,” I replied, trying to keep my tone polite yet firm. “I’m more focused on my studies and

jovial to slightly surprised, then understanding.” Ah, I see. Well,

ush.”

at this stage in your life is important. There’s

me at their understanding. Sometimes, the conform to societal expectations seemed overwhelming, but having my grandfather and his friend acknowledge and respect

you, both,” I said sincerely, feeling grateful for their support. “I’ll definitely

with that

they had to talk about his

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

party this

I replied, trying to match his enthusiasm. “I’m sure it will be a

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the feeling of unease about the whole situation. The

to do some research on the Walkers company later.

I needed to find out what it

focused on the current conversation, trying to play my part in the discussion while keeping my guard up. After all, in business and in life, it never hurts to be cautious.

meeting. “Well, Gray,

well, extending his hand towards my grandfather. “Thank you for your hospitality, Sir Reynold. I’m looking forward to future collaboration between

his hand firmly. “Likewise,