The Love From Vengeance

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LUKE’S POV

“I believe they’re going to be valuable partners,” my grandfather finally said, his tone guarded. “But let’s not dwell on that for now. We’ll discuss it further another time.”

I sensed his reluctance to delve deeper into the matter, but his words only fueled my curiosity even more. However, before I could press him for more information, he changed the subject abruptly.

“Let’s not worry about business tonight, Luke,” he said, flashing me a reassuring smile. ” Dinner awaits, and I’m sure Cook has prepared something delightful.”

Despite my lingering questions, I knew better than to push the issue further. With a nod, I followed my grandfather towards the dining room, making a mental note to revisit the topic

later.

As we settled into our seats and began to enjoy our meal, I couldn’t shake off the feeling that there was more to this partnership with the Walkers Company than met the eye. But for now, I pushed those thoughts aside and focused on the delicious food in front of me,

ring that answers would come in due time.

ARIEL’S POV

I finally made my way home, and by pushing the double doors open, I was greeted by my parents, who were waiting for me in the foyer. They rushed over to hug me as soon as they

saw me.

“Ariel, darling, it’s so good to see you,” my mother exclaimed, holding me tightly.

to

“It’s so good to see you too,” I said, turning to Larry, who was following me. He was

but he insisted on coming with me, trying to make

is Larry,” I introduced him. “He’s the son of…”

Kingston.” My father cut me

name. I knew he was thinking about how Larry’s father had ruined our family’s business. His

father asked, barely able to

defend Larry. “Dad, please listen to me. Larry

my parents‘ expressions soften. They were impressed by his

what my father did to your family,” Larry said, his voice full of sincerity. “I low it’s going to be kind of hard, but

silence, my father spoke up, “Well, I have to admit, I’m impressed by you, Larry. And we could help get our

and I could see the joy in Larry’s eyes. Despite his initial nervousness about meeting my parents,

sat down for dinner; the atmosphere was tense yet hopeful. Larry seemed eager to prove himself,

cleared his throat, breaking the silence. “So, Ariel, there’s something I’ve been meaning to

a glance with Larry, wondering what my father had in mind. “What is it, Dad?”

began, his tone measured. “I believe they’re going to be valuable

believe what I was hearing. Reynolds was one of the most reputable companies in the industry,

fantastic news, Dad. How did this partnership come

meetings with their representatives. Sir Reynold, I believe, sees potential in collaborating with us. He has offered their company’s expertise and

The Reynolds have a stellar reputation, and

your business.”

mother chimed in, her voice filled with optimism. “It sounds like a wonderful opportunity, dear. With Reynolds backing us up, I have no doubt that we’ll be able to overcome any obstacles

but there is one thing,” my father said under his breath, his face changing all of a sudden.

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asked him in

head. “It’s nothing. Just enjoy your

ask further, but I knew something wasn’t right here with the way his tone changed