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.

it, Grandpa. But for now,

all the time you need,”

my seat, bidding my grandfather farewell before leaving the study. As walked away, I couldn’t shake off the feeling of

A CLASH OF

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

of the mansion, I was immediately met with a barrage of flashing cameras

rumors about

it true that you were caught in bed with

in your future, Mr.

last. I tried to push through the crowd, my heart pounding with anxiety

!

I muttered, attempting to maintain some semblance of composure as I dodged their relentless

bordering on harassment as they dogged

step.

a moment of your

at least give us a hint about your relationship with

I was suffocating under the weight of their scrutiny, my thoughts consumed by a desire to escape this suffocating circus of

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

faithful assistant, as he pushed through the

as I saw his familiar face, a beacon of sanity within the

gratefully accepting his outstretched hand as he guided me toward the

out of here, sir,” he said, his ice calm and

of

we made our way through the throng of journalists, Jack expertly deflected their inquiries; his cool demeanor starkly contrasted the

No interviews today,” he said with a polite

into the safety of the car.

of relief as we pulled away from the crowd, leaving

I finally felt the weight of the world lift from

with a

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away from the chaotic scene, with Jack glancing at me with a mix of concern and curiosity.

are those rumors true?” he asked.

thoughts. “Jack, I can’t talk about it right now. Just