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 back. I have to greet the guests.

I nodded, and he walked away.

his way through the crowd. He had dark hair and piercing blue eyes, and he was dressed in

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

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

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

on, just one dance,” he pleaded,

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

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

be getting a little annoyed. “Fine, then, at least introduce yourself. I’m Alexander,” he said, still holding out his hand.

a moment before reluctantly shaking his hand. “I’m Ariel; it’s nice

about that dance,” he trailed off, clearly not

I really can’t,” I repeated, feeling

flush with embarrassment.

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

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

gaze shifted to me, and I could see a hint of disapproval in his eyes. “Ariel, is this gentleman bothering you?”

“No, it’s fine. He was

you find someone else to dance with, young man,” he said sternly before leading

looked at me with a warm smile.

you,” he said, his tone

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

after my guests, especially a young

a little confused. “Your grandson?”

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

“Is there a reason you’re telling me this, Sir Reynold?” I asked cautiously, not wanting to offend him.

my grandson is a good man. You’re going to meet him very soon, and you guys are going to get along