Novel Full Chapter 637 A Bet
Villain Ch 637. A Bet
Emma observed the growing closeness between Allen and Jane, a twinge of jealousy gnawed at her. Without a moment’s hesitation, she enveloped Allen in a tight hug, her gaze fixed on Jane with a hint of displeasure. It was as if she was silently warning Jane to keep her distance, asserting her claim over her brother with an intensity reminiscent of a protective pup guarding its favorite toy.
Jane, caught off guard by Emma’s reaction, raised her hands in a gesture of surrender. “Whoa there, easy girl. I’m not here to steal your brother,” she interjected, her tone laced with amusement and a touch of exasperation.
Meanwhile, Allen intervened with a gentle reminder. Placing his hand on Emma’s head, he urged her to dial back her possessiveness. “Take it easy, Emma. Let’s not be rude,” he chided softly, his voice carrying a hint of admonition.
Emma’s pout softened as she registered Allen’s reprimand. With a reluctant sigh, she loosened her grip on Allen, though her protective stance remained evident in the way she lingered close to him, as if shielding him from any potential intruders.
Jane, recognizing the need to defuse the tension, flashed a reassuring smile at Emma. “No worries, Emma. I get it,” she reassured, her tone infused with understanding. Despite the momentary awkwardness, Jane was quick to diffuse the situation, eager to maintain the harmony of the celebration.
Emma’s tension eased under Allen’s comforting touch, and a sense of relief washed over her. She found solace in his presence, leaning into his embrace with a newfound sense of comfort.
Meanwhile, the others couldn’t help but exchange amused glances as they watched the scene unfold. The rapid shift in dynamics from jealousy to camaraderie was reminiscent of a scene straight out of a sitcom, eliciting both cringes and chuckles from them.
In particular, Emma’s swift transformation from possessive sister to affectionate sibling drew mixed reactions from the group. While they found her behavior slightly irritating at times, there was an undeniable charm to her endearing antics, adding a touch of humor to the otherwise tense moment.
With Emma now nestled comfortably against Allen, the group couldn’t help but feel a sense of amusement at the sight.
They continued the celebration, the atmosphere gradually lightened, and the tension from earlier seemed to dissipate. Allen and the girls gathered around the table, each grabbing a soda from the cooler and raising their cans for a toast.
“Cheers to Allen and his awesome new room!” Shea exclaimed, clinking her can against the others’.
“Cheers!” they echoed in unison, taking a sip from their drinks.
The soda might not have been as fancy as wine, but it was refreshing nonetheless. They knew they had to stay alert for the upcoming event war, and indulging in alcohol beforehand was definitely out of the question.
With their drinks in hand, they turned their attention to the bite-sized dinner spread laid out on the table. There were mini sliders with juicy beef patties and melted cheese, crispy chicken wings with tangy dipping sauce, and an assortment of fresh veggies with creamy ranch dressing.
“Wow, this looks delicious,” Allen remarked, reaching for a slider and taking a bite. The savory flavor exploded in his mouth, eliciting a satisfied grin.
“It really does,” Vivian agreed, grabbing a chicken wing and dipping it into the sauce. “And it’s perfect for chatting.”
They spent the next hour or so nibbling on the delicious bites, engaging in lively conversation, and sharing laughter. Allen and the girls talked about everything from their past favorite video games to their most embarrassing moments, each story accompanied by bouts of laughter and playful banter.
Emma, who had initially been reserved, gradually warmed up to the group, joining in on the fun and sharing anecdotes of her own. It was heartwarming to see her finally letting her guard down and embracing her newfound friends with open arms.
“Oh right, I need to tell you something,” Allen began, catching the attention of the group. “Something pretty crazy happened to me this afternoon.” He intended to tell them about the kidnapping attempt.
The girls immediately leaned in, their expressions filled with concern. “What happened?” Larissa asked, her voice tinged with worry.
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Allen took a deep breath before recounting the events of the afternoon. “So, I was walking back from the agency with Vivian when security approached me. My mom came and said she needed to talk to me urgently. I followed him to the entrance when Mila’s car suddenly appeared out of nowhere and her bodyguard tried to push me into the car,” he made a quick explanation.
Gasps of shock filled the room as Allen described the attempted kidnapping. “But then I managed to break free and turn the tables on them,” he continued. “I made Mila my hostage and threatened to hurt her if they didn’t back off.”
“Whoa, that’s intense,” Jane exclaimed, her eyes wide with disbelief.
“Is that why you need my assistants?” Shea guessed.
“Yes,” Allen admitted, his voice tinged with unease. “But luckily, I managed to escape before things got any worse.”
The girls listened intently as Allen recounted his harrowing experience, their expressions ranging from shock to concern. “Are you okay?” Zoe asked, her voice laced with worry.
Allen nodded reassuringly. “Yeah, I’m fine.”
Vivian interjected, her tone serious. “We need to be extra careful from now on. If someone’s targeting Allen, then we all need to stay vigilant.”
Allen nodded in agreement, grateful for Vivian’s concern. “Definitely. And speaking of being careful, we also met with James, and Noah earlier,” he added, shifting the topic slightly.
The girls looked at him, curiosity piqued. “Noah and James? You mean Noah and James from Elio’s guild?” Bella asked, her brow furrowed in confusion.
Allen nodded. “Yeah, turns out they are part of MagicSword Interactive. Likewise with Mila. They mentioned something about a new project they’re working on.”
Vivian chimed in, her expression grim. “This afternoon was a mess, but luckily we were able to handle it,” she said, her voice tinged with relief.
Emma and the others looked visibly shocked at the revelation, their concern for Allen evident in their expressions. “I can’t believe this happened to you,” Emma said, her voice filled with worry. “But I’m so glad you’re okay.”
Allen smiled gratefully, feeling a wave of warmth wash over him. “Yeah. They tried to recruit me. It seems like our last action has attracted too much attention. You guys also need to be careful, okay?” he reminded them.
Which the girls answered with a nod.
The celebration wound down and the evening drew near, Allen and the girls began to wrap things up. But as they started to disperse, Emma’s frustration was palpable. She watched as the others prepared to log onto the game, eager to join in the action. But for Emma, it wasn’t so simple.
Feeling left out and annoyed, Emma decided to take matters into her own hands. With a huff, she excused herself from the room and made her way to her own room. She didn’t want to spend the evening alone, but her father’s strict rules left her with limited options.
Sighing heavily, Emma decided to log into the game as an NPC. It wasn’t the same as being a player, but at least she could still watch over Allen and the others from afar.
Allen and the girls began to prepare for their virtual war. They gathered around the couch, their VR devices in hand, ready to dive into the game. They had talked about their strategy before, so it shouldn’t be a problem. Still, the event, although similar to the previous one, they would not use the same tactics as before. Especially after they eavesdropped on the famous guild members.
“So, are we all set?” Allen asked, a grin spreading across his face as he adjusted his VR headset.
The girls nodded eagerly, excitement evident in their expressions. “Ready as I’ll ever be,” Vivian replied.
Jane chuckled. “I just hope this event goes smoother than the last one. Well, I don’t mind making a bigger disaster though.”
Alice nodded in agreement. “Yeah, let’s hope the players have upped their game this time.”
“Agreed,” Larissa chimed in. “And maybe this time the players will actually put up a fight!”
Allen chuckled, a mischievous glint in his eye. “Well, they better be ready, ’cause I’m in the mood for some serious gaming tonight.”
“Too bad Emma can’t join us,” Bella chimed in, a hint of sympathy in her voice.
Shea nodded in agreement. “Yeah, but it’s not up to us. It’s up to Jordan.”
Allen chuckled. “Let’s focus on the task at hand. We’ve got a war to win.”
Zoe grinned and leaned in closer. “Wanna makes things interesting, Allen? How about a little bet?”
Allen raised an eyebrow, intrigued. “What kind of bet?”
Zoe grinned. “Whoever racks up the highest kill count tonight gets one wish from the rest of us.”
Allen raised an eyebrow, intrigued by the idea. “You’re on,” he replied, his competitive spirit kicking in.
With that, they activated their VR devices and disappeared into Hell’s Gate, ready to face the war event.