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.”

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

I nodded, and he

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

I have the pleasure of this

father’s side. But before I could politely decline, the young man continued, “I’m

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

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

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

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

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

that dance,” he trailed

really can’t,” I

flush with embarrassment.

over to us, a stern look on his

immediately, and he stammered, “Yeah, everything’s fine. I was

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

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

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

from the dance floor, Sir Reynold looked at me with a warm smile. “I apologize for that,

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

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

look after my guests, especially a

feel a little confused.

Anyways, my grandson is

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

a good man. You’re going to meet him very soon, and you guys are going to get along