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.”

told me,

and

young man with a charming 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 he was dressed

this dance?” he

leave my father’s side. But before I could politely decline, the young man continued,

his offer. “I’m sorry, but I don’t think I can,” I replied,

dance,” he pleaded, his tone

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head, feeling a little uncomfortable with his persistence. “I appreciate the offer, but

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

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

trailed

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

flush with embarrassment.

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

expression changed immediately, and he stammered, “Yeah, everything’s fine. I was just asking this young lady for

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

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

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

I hope that young man wasn’t bothering you,” he said,

fine. “Thank you

dear. It’s my duty to look after my guests, especially

but feel a

behavior. Anyways, my grandson is

Sir Reynold was telling me all of this. “Is there a reason you’re telling me this, Sir Reynold?” I asked

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