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.”

he told me, “I’ll be back. I have to greet the

I nodded, and he walked away.

a 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

of this dance?” he asked, extending his hand

hesitated, not wanting to leave my 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

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,

he pleaded, his

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

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

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

about that dance,” he trailed off, clearly

I really can’t,” I repeated, feeling

flush with embarrassment.

way over to us, a

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

Reynold’s gaze shifted to me, and I could see a hint of disapproval in his eyes. “Ariel, is

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

and turned to Alexander. “I suggest you find someone else

at me with

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

“Thank you for stepping

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

couldn’t help but feel a

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

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

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