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’ll be back. I have to greet the guests.

I nodded, and he

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

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

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 to have you as my partner.”

couldn’t help but feel flattered by his words, but I knew I couldn’t accept his offer. “I’m sorry, but I don’t think I can,” I replied, trying to keep my

one dance,” he pleaded, his tone

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

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

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

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

dance,” he trailed off, clearly not giving up.

really

flush with embarrassment.

to us, a stern look on his

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

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

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

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

looked at me with a warm

young man wasn’t bothering you,”

my head, trying to reassure him. “No, it’s fine. “Thank you

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

a little

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

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

kindly at me. “I just wanted to let you know that my grandson is a good man. You’re