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.”

deep sigh before he told me, “I’ll be back. I have

and he walked

Reynold make his way through

the pleasure of this dance?” he asked,

decline, the young man continued, “I’m sure you’re a great dancer, and

couldn’t accept his offer.

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

365 CURIOSITY CONFUSION

“I appreciate the offer, but

annoyed. “Fine, then, at least introduce yourself. I’m Alexander,” he said, still holding

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

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

really can’t,” I repeated,

flush with embarrassment.

us, a stern look on his face. “Is everything okay here?” he asked, his

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

of disapproval in his eyes. “Ariel,

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

my answer and turned to Alexander. “I suggest you find someone else to dance with, young man,” he said sternly before leading

floor, Sir Reynold looked at me with a warm smile.

wasn’t bothering you,” he said, his

trying to reassure him. “No, it’s fine. “Thank you for stepping in,

no need to thank me, my dear. It’s my duty to look after my guests, especially a young lady like

but feel a little confused.

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

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

at me. “I just wanted to let you know that my grandson is a good man. You’re going to meet him very soon,

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