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.”

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

nodded, and he walked

way through the crowd.

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

my father’s side. But before I could politely decline, the young man continued, “I’m sure you’re

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

come on, just one dance,” he pleaded, his tone becoming more

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head, feeling a little uncomfortable with his persistence. “I appreciate the offer, but I’m here with my father, and I can’t leave

seemed to be getting a little annoyed. “Fine, then, at least introduce yourself.

hand. “I’m Ariel; it’s nice to meet you,” I said,

he trailed off,

sorry, but I really can’t,”

flush with embarrassment.

us, a

I was

disapproval in his eyes. “Ariel, is this

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

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

floor, Sir Reynold looked at me with a warm smile. “I

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

fine. “Thank you for stepping in, Sir Reynold,” I

my duty to look after

a little confused. “Your

for that man’s behavior. Anyways, my grandson

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

at me. “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