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

with

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, I

Luke. Take all the time you need,” he replied,

the study. As walked away, I couldn’t shake off the feeling of uncertainty that lingered within me, knowing that the path ahead would be fraught with difficult decisions and tough choices. But one

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

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

rumors about your engagement to

that you were caught in bed with her this

your future, Mr. Luke?”

intrusive than the last. I tried to push through the crowd, my heart pounding with anxiety and frustration.

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attempting to maintain some semblance of composure as I dodged their

relentless, their persistence bordering on harassment as

step.

a moment of

you at least give us a hint about

I was suffocating under the weight of their scrutiny, my thoughts consumed

was about to lose all hope, a familiar

called Jack, my faithful assistant, as he pushed through

familiar

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

get you out of here, sir,” he said, his ice calm and reassuring as he shielded

onslaught of

way through the throng of journalists, Jack expertly deflected their

today,” he said with a polite smile, his tene firm yet diplomatic,

into the safety

we

you, Jack,” I said, my voice filled with gratitude as I finally

with a

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the chaotic scene, with Jack

are those rumors true?” he asked.

“Jack, I can’t talk about it right