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.”

before he told me, “I’ll be back. I

and

attention as I watched Sir Reynold make his way through the crowd. He had

the pleasure of this dance?” he

side. But before I could politely decline, the young man continued, “I’m sure you’re a great dancer, and I would

feel flattered by his words, but I knew I couldn’t accept his offer. “I’m sorry, but I don’t think I can,”

he

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

“I appreciate the offer, but I’m here with my father, and I can’t

to be getting a little annoyed. “Fine, then,

before reluctantly shaking his hand. “I’m Ariel; it’s nice to meet you,” I

that dance,” he trailed off,

really can’t,” I

flush with embarrassment.

way over to us, a

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

could see a hint of disapproval in his eyes.

any trouble. “No, it’s fine. He

and turned to Alexander. “I suggest you find someone else to dance with, young man,” he said sternly before leading me away from the dance

looked at me with a warm smile. “I apologize for that,

bothering you,” he said, his tone full of

head, trying to reassure him. “No, it’s fine. “Thank you for stepping in, Sir

thank me, my dear. It’s my duty to look after my guests, especially a young lady like yourself. Now, I wanted to

couldn’t help but feel a little confused. “Your

I apologize for that man’s behavior. Anyways, my grandson is a handsome man who

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

good man. You’re going to meet him very soon, and you guys are