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.”

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

and he walked away.

my attention as I watched Sir Reynold make his way through the crowd. He had dark hair and piercing blue eyes, and

this

I could politely decline, the young man continued, “I’m sure you’re a great

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

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

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my head, feeling a little uncomfortable with his persistence. “I appreciate the offer, but I’m here with my father, and I can’t leave him alone.”

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

shaking his hand. “I’m Ariel; it’s

about that dance,” he trailed

I really

flush with embarrassment.

us, a

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

hint of disapproval in his

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

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

dance floor, Sir Reynold looked at me with

hope that young man wasn’t bothering you,”

fine. “Thank you for stepping in, Sir

“There is no need to thank me, my dear. It’s my duty to look after my guests,

help but feel a little confused.

before that, I apologize for that man’s behavior. Anyways, my grandson is a handsome man who is loyal, humble,

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

my grandson is a good man. You’re going to meet