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.”

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

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agreement, and I could see the excitement in his eyes. I was still trying to understand why my grandfather was considering partnering with such a company. If they’re No successful, why haven’t

I said, finally finding my voice. “That

just about to tell you that Gray here has a daughter,

trying to do. But I was more focused on the business aspect of the conversation, and the thought of meeting Gray’s daughter didn’t interest me at

in meeting anyone right now,” I replied, trying to keep my tone polite yet firm. “I’m more focused on my

I see. Well, that’s perfectly fine, Luke. Your priorities are what matter most. There’s no

ush.”

offering a supportive smile. “Absolutely, Luke. Focusing on what’s important to you at this stage in your life is important.

conform to societal expectations seemed overwhelming, but having my grandfather and his friend acknowledge and respect

said sincerely, feeling grateful for their support. “I’ll definitely keep

with that

became fully engaged again. But then they had to talk about his daughter. They didn’t mention her name, but I knew they were talking about

between all these two, talking about his daughter, and trying to introduce her to me. Their moves were somehow suspicious. But I

grandfather fixed his eyes on me. “Luke, we’ll be throwing a party this weekend to celebrate our new partnership

match his

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off the feeling of unease about the whole situation. The way

made a mental note to do some research on the

out what it was before

the discussion while keeping my guard up. After all, in business and in life, it never hurts to be

and my grandfather stood up from his chair, signaling the end of our meeting. “Well,

you for your hospitality, Sir Reynold. I’m looking forward to future collaboration between our companies.

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