They Hated Me in My First Life, But Now I Have the Love System

Chapter 82

Chapter 82: I’m Selfish?

Chapter 82: I’m Selfish?

“I see your point, Nnenna,” she said, her voice smooth but laced with an undertone of irritation.

“The servants should indeed perform their duties, including taking care of your sister.

However,” she added, her eyes narrowing slightly, “as her sister, it is still your responsibility to occasionally check on her.

Make sure everything is in order.

After all, you’re her sister.

Caring for her selflessly should come naturally to you.

It wouldn’t hurt to consideration and stop being so… selfish.” Nnenna “..!” The words were a calculated jab, and Nnenna caught the subtle venom behind them.

She straightened her back, lifting her chin slightly as she met Queen Chioma’s gaze.

A soft smile curved her lips, one that didn’t quite reach her eyes.

“Selfish?” Nnenna echoed, her tone light but with a sharp edge that made everyone at the table pay attention.

“Mother, I’ve spent my entire life putting others first.

I’ve sacrificed, served, and given more than anyone ever asked.

And how was I repaid?

With ridicule, mistreatment, and disdain.

Now, I’ve simply decided to reclaim my worth, and suddenly, that makes me selfish?” She paused, letting the words sink in before continuing.

“If caring for myself is selfish, then maybe it’s time I finally start being selfish.” The dining room fell into an uneasy silence.

Even the maids, clearing plates in the background, exchanged wide eyed glances.

Queen Chioma’s smile faltered for a fraction of a second before she quickly composed herself.

didn’t mean it that way,” Queen Chioma said,

as sisters, you should look out for each

after all.” Nnenna nodded, her expression

“You’re absolutely right.

out for each other, and that’s exactly

a two way

play their part.” Her words hung in the air like a challenge, and no one seemed willing to

is only a few weeks away,” Queen Chioma said, her tone firm and

father announced last night, there will be a

the servants do to prepare for

not a servant, so you won’t be doing their work, you

putting you in charge of the

everything

with them, guide them, and ensure the ball is flawless.” Her words sounded reasonable

supervise it?” Nnenna asked,

or one of my three older brothers handle it?” She placed deliberate emphasis on the word older, making her stance

the Sweet 16

attend from all over the

be in charge of such a massive responsibility.” Her voice was steady, and her conviction

turned to Queen Chioma, waiting for

tightened into a thin

anticipated such a bold challenge from the

sister is the one being

have other duties

from the hospital and are currently unoccupied,” she said, her voice sharp

your capabilities.” Nnenna tilted her

a hint of amusement in

to

already know my

“..!” Involved Abuchi “.!!” Abuchi and Obinna immediately tried to shrink into the background, as if

moment the task seemed imminent, they became unnaturally quiet, but Obinna

that, Nnenna?” Obinna asked,

for something like

us to handle

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255