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

I nodded, and he

Sir Reynold make his way through the crowd. He had

pleasure of this dance?” he asked,

I could politely decline, the young man

his offer. “I’m sorry, but I don’t think I can,” I replied, trying to keep my voice

dance,” he pleaded,

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his persistence. “I appreciate the offer, but I’m here with my

young man’s expression turned sour, and he seemed to be getting a little annoyed. “Fine, then, at least introduce yourself. I’m

shaking his hand. “I’m Ariel; it’s nice to meet

that dance,” he trailed off, clearly not giving up.

but I really can’t,” I repeated, feeling

flush with embarrassment.

over to us, a stern look

I was just

of disapproval in his eyes. “Ariel,

not wanting to cause any trouble. “No, it’s fine. He was just asking for a

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

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

man wasn’t bothering you,”

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

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

couldn’t help but feel a little confused.

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

couldn’t 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

know that my grandson is a good man. You’re going to meet him very soon, and you