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.”

he told me, “I’ll be back. I have to greet the

nodded, and he walked away.

Reynold make his way through the crowd.

I have the pleasure of this dance?” he

But before I could politely decline, the young man continued, “I’m sure you’re a great dancer, and I would love to have you as my

but I knew I couldn’t accept his offer. “I’m

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

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

his persistence. “I appreciate the offer,

be getting a little annoyed. “Fine,

his hand. “I’m Ariel; it’s nice to

he trailed off,

but I really can’t,” I repeated,

flush with embarrassment.

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

everything’s fine. I was just asking

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

any trouble. “No, it’s fine. He was just asking for a dance, that’s all,” replied, trying to diffuse the

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

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

bothering you,” he said, his tone

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

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

help but feel a little

“Yes, but before that, I apologize for that man’s behavior. Anyways, my grandson is a handsome man who is loyal, humble,

why Sir Reynold was telling me all of this. “Is there a reason you’re

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