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.”

let out a deep sigh before he told me, “I’ll be back. I

I nodded, and he walked away.

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 in

the pleasure of this dance?” he asked, extending

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

help but feel flattered by his words, but I knew I couldn’t accept his offer. “I’m sorry, but

on, just one dance,” he pleaded,

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

appreciate the offer, but I’m here with my father, and I

“Fine, then, at least introduce yourself. I’m Alexander,” he said, still

shaking his hand. “I’m Ariel;

that dance,” he trailed off, clearly not giving

sorry, but I really

flush with embarrassment.

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

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

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

fine. He was just asking for a dance, that’s all,” replied, trying to diffuse the situation.

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

floor, Sir Reynold looked at me with a warm smile.

that young man wasn’t bothering you,” he said, his tone full of

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

after my guests, especially

feel a little confused. “Your

I apologize for that man’s behavior. Anyways,

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 to

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