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.”

sigh before he told me, “I’ll be back. I have to

and

attention as I watched Sir Reynold make his way through the crowd. He had dark hair and piercing blue eyes,

I have the pleasure of this dance?” he asked, extending

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

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

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

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

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,”

moment before reluctantly shaking his hand. “I’m Ariel; it’s nice to meet you,” I said, trying to be

he trailed

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

flush with embarrassment.

returned and noticed our exchange. He quickly made his way over to us, a stern look on his face. “Is everything okay here?” he

fine. I was just asking this young lady for a

and I could see a hint of disapproval in his eyes. “Ariel,

head, not wanting to cause any trouble. “No, it’s fine. He was just asking for a dance, that’s all,” replied, trying

else to

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

bothering you,” he said, his tone full

him. “No, it’s fine. “Thank you for stepping

is no need to thank me, my dear. It’s my duty to look after my guests, especially a young lady

but feel a little

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

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

grandson is a good man. You’re going