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.”

me, “I’ll be back. I have

nodded, and

my attention as I watched Sir Reynold make his way through the crowd. He

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

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

his offer. “I’m sorry, but I don’t

dance,” he pleaded, his tone becoming

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

getting a little annoyed. “Fine, then, at least introduce yourself. I’m

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

about that dance,” he trailed off, clearly not

I really

flush with embarrassment.

exchange. He quickly made his way over to us, a stern look

I was

in his eyes. “Ariel, is this gentleman

cause any trouble. “No, it’s fine. He was just asking for a dance, that’s all,” replied, trying to diffuse the

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

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

bothering you,” he said, his tone full

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

my hand gently. “There is no need to thank me, my dear. It’s my duty to look after my guests, especially a young lady like yourself. Now, I wanted to talk to you

but feel a

behavior. Anyways,

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

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