The Love From Vengeance

365: CURIOSITY, CONFUSION

ARIEL’S POV

“Dad! Anything wrong? “Do we have a problem?” I asked my father in a

“Well, it’s time for me to introduce you to Sir Reynold,” he said in a whisper, looking around. “I wonder where he is right now.”

As my father spoke of Sir Reynold, a distinguished figure approached us from across the hall, his presence commanding attention. His posture was regal, and his eyes held a hint of warmth as he drew nearer, although he was an old man. He looked kind of young for his age.

“Ariel, this is Sir Reynold,” my father said, turning to me with a proud smile. “Sir Reynold, may I introduce you to my daughter, Ariel?”

Sir Reynold extended his hand towards me, his gaze unwavering as our eyes met. “It’s a pleasure to finally meet you, Ariel,” he said in a deep, resonant voice. “Your father has spoken very highly of you.”

I offered him a warm smile, feeling a sense of respect and admiration for this esteemed gentleman. “The pleasure is mine, Sir Reynold,” I replied, shaking his hand firmly. “Thank you for your kind words.”

Sir Reynold nodded graciously, his eyes crinkling with a hint of amusement. “I must say, your beauty truly does justice to your father’s praise,” he remarked, his tone sincere.

I blushed at the compliment. “Thank you, sir.”

“No problem. I just hope you’re enjoying yourself at the party.”

“Yes, yes, I am.”

“I would really like it if you met my grandson. But apparently, he’s not here yet.”

“No problem; it’s okay. He’s going to show up, right?”

“Of course, but it’s becoming too late.”

Reynold let out a deep sigh before he told me, “I’ll

nodded, and

young man with a charming smile suddenly diverted my attention as I watched Sir Reynold make his way through

have the pleasure of this dance?” he asked, extending

before I could politely decline, the young man continued,

offer. “I’m sorry, but I don’t think I can,” I replied,

dance,” he pleaded, his tone becoming more

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appreciate the offer, but I’m here with my father, and

seemed to be getting a little annoyed. “Fine, then, at least introduce yourself. I’m Alexander,” he said, still holding out his

reluctantly shaking his hand. “I’m Ariel; it’s nice to meet you,” I said, trying to be polite.

trailed off, clearly not giving up.

I really can’t,” I repeated, feeling

flush with embarrassment.

his way over to us, a stern look on his face. “Is everything okay here?” he

“Yeah, everything’s fine. I was just asking this young lady for a

to me, and I could see a hint of disapproval in his eyes. “Ariel, is this gentleman bothering you?” He asked, his tone protective.

any trouble. “No, it’s fine. He was just asking for

“I suggest you find someone else to dance with, young man,” he said sternly

floor, Sir Reynold looked at me with a

bothering you,” he said, his tone

you for stepping in, Sir Reynold,” I replied,

me, my dear. It’s my duty to look after my guests, especially

help but feel a little confused. “Your

that, I apologize for that man’s behavior. Anyways, my grandson

Reynold was telling me all of this. “Is there a reason you’re telling me this, Sir Reynold?” I asked cautiously, not

“I just wanted to let you know that my grandson is a good man. You’re going to meet him very soon, and you guys are going to get