The Love From Vengeance

369: A CLASH OF WILLS

LUKE’S POV

I took a moment to gather my thoughts, bracing myself for the conversation ahead, “Grandpa, earlier today, I found myself in a rather perplexing situation, I woke up beside a woman I didn’t recognize, leaving me with many questions.”

My grandfather regarded me with a measured gaze, his expression unreadable. “I see. And what did you make of this situation?”

“I’m not entirely sure, Grandpa. It’s all a bit of a blur. But it got me thinking about a lot of things,” I replied, choosing my words carefully.

*Such as?” he prompted, his tone neutral.

“Well, for starters, I couldn’t help but wonder why you would go to such lengths to orchestrate a situation like that,” I said, my voice tinged with curiosity.

My grandfather leaned back in his chair, his eyes narrowing slightly. “Luke, you know I have your interests at heart. Everything I do is for the betterment of our family.”

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“But drugging me and placing a woman in my bed? That seems a bit extreme, don’t you think?” I pressed, unable to shake off my unease.

“Sometimes, drastic measures are necessary to achieve our goals,” he replied cryptically.

“And what goal would that be, exactly?” I asked, my patience wearing thin.

“Luke, I have high hopes for Ariel. She comes from a respectable family and would make a fine addition to our household,” he explained, his tone firm.

“So, this was all about Ariel?” I questioned, feeling a mixture of disbelief and frustration bubbling within

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“In part, yes. But ultimately, it’s about securingja prosperous future for you,” he clarified, his gaze unwavering. “Because with Ariel by your side, I believe you will never go astray.

I sighed, feeling the weight of his words settle on me. “I understand, Grandpa. But I can’t just go along

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th something like this. It’s not fair to Ariel, and it’s certainly not fair to me.”

“Luke, sometimes we have to make sacrifices for the greater good. This marriage will benefit both you and Ariel, whether you see it now or not,” he stated, his voice gentle yet resolute.

conflicted. “I’ll think about it, Grandpa. But for now, I need some time to process everything.”

all the time you need,” he replied, his

the feeling of uncertainty that lingered within me, knowing that the path ahead would be fraught with difficult decisions and tough choices. But

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of others‘ expectations. I had to find my own way, even if it meant challenging the very foundation of

of the mansion, I was immediately met with a barrage of flashing cameras and eager journalists, their voices clamoring

you confirm the rumors about your engagement to

it true that you were caught

bells in your future, Mr. Luke?”

with a whirlwind of questions, each one more intrusive than the last. I tried to push through the crowd, my heart pounding with anxiety

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time,” I muttered, attempting to maintain some semblance of composure

were relentless, their persistence bordering on harassment as they dogged my every

step.

Luke, just a moment of your time!”

give us a hint about your relationship

the weight of their scrutiny, my thoughts

lose all hope, a familiar voice cut through the chaos like a

assistant, as he pushed through the crowd towards me.

as I saw his familiar face, a beacon of

thank goodness you’re here,” I blurted out, gratefully accepting his outstretched hand as he guided me toward

here, sir,” he said, his ice calm and

of questions.

the throng of journalists, Jack expertly deflected their inquiries; his cool demeanor starkly

a polite smile, his tene firm yet

into the safety of the

breathing a sigh of relief as we

as I finally

replied with a reassuring

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with Jack glancing at

those rumors true?”

thoughts. “Jack, I can’t talk about it right now. Just keep driving, please,”