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.”

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

I nodded, and he walked away.

smile suddenly diverted my attention as I watched Sir Reynold make his way through the crowd. He had dark hair and piercing blue eyes, and

there, may I have the pleasure of this dance?” he asked, extending his

could politely decline, the young man continued, “I’m sure you’re a great dancer,

couldn’t accept his offer. “I’m sorry,

one dance,” he pleaded, his tone

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

with his persistence. “I appreciate the offer, but I’m here with my father, and I can’t leave him

getting a little annoyed. “Fine, then, at least introduce yourself. I’m Alexander,” he said,

Ariel; it’s nice to meet you,” I

trailed off,

but I really can’t,” I

flush with embarrassment.

Sir Reynold returned and noticed our exchange. He quickly made his way over to us,

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

could see a hint of disapproval in his eyes. “Ariel, is this

it’s fine. He was just asking

“I suggest you find someone else to dance with, young

from the dance floor, Sir Reynold looked at me with a warm smile.

that young man wasn’t bothering you,” he said, his tone full of concern.

my head, trying to reassure him. “No, it’s fine. “Thank you for stepping in, Sir Reynold,” I replied, grateful

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

couldn’t help but feel a little

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

help but wonder why Sir Reynold was telling me all of this. “Is there a reason

kindly at me. “I just wanted to let you know that my grandson is a good man. You’re going to meet