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.”

out a deep sigh before he told me, “I’ll be back. I have to greet the

and

Reynold make his way through the crowd. He had dark hair and piercing

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

before I could politely decline, the young man

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

come on, just one dance,” he pleaded, his

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

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

young man’s expression turned sour, and he seemed to be getting a little annoyed. “Fine, then, at least

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

he trailed

but I really

flush with embarrassment.

exchange. He quickly made his way over to us, a stern look on his face. “Is everything okay here?” he

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

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

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

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

at me with

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

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

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

but feel a little

behavior. Anyways, my grandson is a handsome man who is

couldn’t help but wonder why Sir Reynold was telling me all of this. “Is there a reason you’re telling me this, Sir Reynold?”

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