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,

nodded, and he

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

there, may I have the pleasure of this dance?” he asked, extending his

young man continued, “I’m sure you’re a great dancer, and I would love

by his words, but I knew I couldn’t accept his offer. “I’m sorry,

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

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

uncomfortable with his persistence. “I appreciate the offer,

he seemed to be getting a little annoyed. “Fine,

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

Now, about that dance,” he trailed off, clearly not

I really can’t,”

flush with embarrassment.

noticed our exchange. He quickly made his way over to us, a stern look on his face. “Is everything

“Yeah, everything’s fine. I was just

could see a hint of disapproval in his eyes. “Ariel, is this

it’s fine. He was just asking for a dance, that’s all,”

someone else to dance with, young man,” he said sternly before leading me

Sir Reynold looked at me with a warm smile.

I hope that young man wasn’t bothering you,” he said, his tone

you for stepping in, Sir Reynold,” I replied,

patted my hand gently. “There is no 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

feel a

Reynold chuckled. “Yes, but before that, I apologize for that man’s behavior. Anyways, my grandson is a handsome man who is loyal, humble, and caring.”

a reason you’re telling me this, Sir Reynold?”

is a good man. You’re going