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.”

before he told me,

I nodded, and

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

the pleasure of this dance?” he asked, extending

side. But before I could politely decline, the young man continued, “I’m sure you’re

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

dance,” he pleaded, his tone becoming more

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

feeling a little uncomfortable with his persistence. “I appreciate the offer, but I’m

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

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

about that dance,” he trailed off,

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

flush with embarrassment.

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

and he stammered, “Yeah, everything’s fine. I was just asking

of disapproval in his eyes. “Ariel, is this gentleman bothering you?” He asked, his tone

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

turned to Alexander. “I suggest you find someone else to

Sir Reynold looked at me with a warm

you,” he said, his tone full of

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

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

but feel a little

man’s behavior. Anyways, my grandson is a handsome man

of this. “Is there a reason you’re telling me this, Sir Reynold?” I asked cautiously, not

good man. You’re going