NCCnovel Chapter 821: It’s Okay to be Selfish
Chapter 821: It’s Okay to be Selfish
Villain Ch 821. It’s Okay to be Selfish
Jordan broke the silence, his voice filled with warmth and a touch of admiration. "Allen, I’m very happy that you think about the company that far..."
Allen looked up, meeting his father’s eyes. He could see the pride and appreciation in Jordan’s gaze, and it made his heart swell. He was happy that he could look up to Jordan, not just as a father but as a mentor and a role model. Knowing that he had earned his father’s respect and approval meant the world to him.
"But," Jordan continued, his tone gentle but firm, "I will remind you, the party and conference are all about you. And I hope it will stay that way. That is your right and it is not something selfish."
Allen’s brow furrowed slightly as he absorbed Jordan’s words. "But I want to make sure the company shines too."
Jordan nodded, understanding the depth of Allen’s commitment. "I know, son. And that’s one of the things I admire most about you. You’re always thinking about the bigger picture, about how to make things better for everyone. But sometimes, it’s okay to focus on yourself. This event is a celebration of your new status as a Goldborne.
It’s a moment for you to take the spotlight."
Allen leaned back in his chair, contemplating his father’s words. He had been driven by a desire to prove himself, to show that he wasn’t going to take his new status for granted. He wanted to be recognized for his own merits, and his own ideas. But he also wanted to honor the legacy that Jordan had built.
"I guess I just don’t want to come off as self-centered," Allen admitted, his voice tinged with vulnerability. "I want people to see that I’m committed to the company and the Goldborne, that I’m thinking about its future."
Jordan’s expression softened. "Allen, it’s okay to take a moment for yourself. It’s okay to take the spotlight for yourself."
Allen felt a lump in his throat, moved by his father’s words. He had always struggled with the spotlight and attention. In the past, most people hated him because of it. He even lost his friends because of the same reason. It was the reason why he was always humble and tried to keep his head low.
"She—" Allen started, but Azura quickly interrupted him, feeling it was better to explain herself.
"I sneaked into his room and checked the guest list," Azura admitted, her voice tinged with shame. "And... he caught me... red-handed."
Emma’s expression turned to one of mild disbelief. "Why did you do that? Does your game streaming job make you a stalker?" she said, a hint of humor in her tone.
"No," Azura retorted, a bit of her usual spark returning. She took a deep breath, gathering her thoughts. "I was worried about him."
Emma raised one of her eyebrows, a mischievous glint in her eye. "Worried about him?" she echoed, her tone light and teasing. "Is it because of the party or because of something else?"
Azura’s cheeks flushed instantly. "It’s because of the party," she said quickly, her voice a bit higher than usual. She glanced nervously at Jordan, not wanting to give him the wrong impression. The last thing she needed was for her uncle to think she had a crush on Allen—though, truthfully, she did.
Allen noticed the sudden change in Azura’s demeanor. He knew how intense Emma’s teasing could be. "Emma, give her a break," he said, his voice firm but gentle.
Emma smirked but relented, sensing the undercurrent of seriousness. "Alright, alright," she said, holding up her hands in mock surrender. "But I still think there’s more to this story."
Azura shot a sharp glare at Emma, her eyes practically screaming, "Stop teasing me. Your dad is here!" The intensity of her look conveyed both embarrassment and a plea for mercy.
Emma, catching the silent message loud and clear, couldn’t resist a smirk in response. Her lips curled mischievously, and her eyes twinkled with playful defiance. She loved pushing Azura’s buttons, especially when it was so easy. But she knew better than to push too far, especially with Jordan sitting right there.
Emma’s smirk softened slightly as she gave a subtle nod, indicating she’d back off—for now.@@@@