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’ll be back.

I nodded, and he

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 he was dressed in

have the pleasure of this dance?” he asked, extending his hand

the young man continued, “I’m

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

just one dance,” he pleaded, his tone becoming

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

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

hesitated for a moment before reluctantly shaking his hand. “I’m Ariel; it’s nice to

trailed off,

but I really can’t,” I

flush with embarrassment.

He quickly made his way over to us, a

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

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

any trouble. “No, it’s fine. He was just asking for a dance,

else to dance with, young man,” he said

dance floor, Sir Reynold looked at me with a warm

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

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

my dear. It’s my duty to look after my guests, especially a young lady like yourself. Now, I wanted

but feel a

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

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

grandson is a good man.