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

I nodded, and he

make his way through the crowd. He had dark hair and piercing blue eyes, and

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

not wanting to leave my father’s side. But before I could politely decline, the young man continued,

I knew I couldn’t accept his offer. “I’m sorry, but I don’t think

just one dance,” he pleaded, his tone

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

turned sour, and he seemed to be getting a little annoyed. “Fine, then, at least introduce yourself. I’m Alexander,” he

hand. “I’m Ariel; it’s nice to meet you,” I said, trying to be polite.

that dance,” he trailed off, clearly not giving up.

but I really can’t,”

flush with embarrassment.

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

everything’s fine. I was just asking this young lady for a dance.”

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

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

you find someone else to dance with,

from the dance floor, Sir Reynold looked at me with a warm

man wasn’t bothering you,”

trying to reassure him. “No, it’s fine. “Thank you for stepping in, Sir Reynold,” I replied, grateful for his

need to thank me, my dear. It’s my duty to look after my guests, especially a young

feel a

apologize for that man’s behavior. Anyways, my grandson is

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

that my grandson is a good man. You’re