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 nodded, and he walked

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 in a sharp

the pleasure of this dance?” he asked,

not wanting to leave my father’s side. But before I could politely decline, the young man continued, “I’m sure you’re a great dancer, and I would love

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

one dance,” he pleaded, his tone becoming more insistent.

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

persistence. “I appreciate the offer, but I’m here with

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

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

about that dance,” he trailed

sorry, but I really

flush with embarrassment.

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

he stammered, “Yeah, everything’s fine. I was just asking this young lady for a

of disapproval in

wanting to cause any trouble. “No, it’s fine. He was just asking

turned to Alexander. “I suggest you find someone else to dance with,

Sir Reynold looked at me with

hope that young man wasn’t bothering you,”

you for stepping in,

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 about my

feel a little

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

of this. “Is there a reason you’re telling me

you know that my grandson is a good man. You’re going to meet him very soon, and