Selfish Desires

chapter 6

Chapter 6
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Arjun leaned back in his plush leather chair, his eyes scanning through the latest financial reports with a sharp focus on stock market.

The numbers on the screen seemed to dance before him, whispering promises of profit and success. His heart raced with excitement at the thought of dominating the market, of hoarding more wealth to add to his already overflowing coffers.

The door to his office creaked open, and his assistant Vinay stepped inside, a hesitant look on his face. "Arjun, I have those documents you asked for," Vinay said, his voice tinged with apprehension.

Arjun turned his gaze towards Vinay, a hungry gleam in his eyes. "Good, good. Just leave them on the desk, I'll go through them later," he replied dismissively, his mind already calculating the potential gains from the new venture.

Vinay hesitated, unsure whether to speak further. "Arjun, I know this merger is a big opportunity for us, but are you sure it's the right move? Some of the partners are expressing concerns about the risks involved," he ventured, his voice barely above a whisper.

Arjun's eyes darkened, his temper flaring at the suggestion of hesitation. "Don't you know me, Vinay? I don't back down from risks. Besides, the rewards far outweigh any potential losses. I won't let fear hold me back from success," he retorted, his ambition burning fiercely in his words.

Vinay nodded, a troubled frown creasing his brow as he placed the documents on the desk. "I understand, Arjun. I just hope you know what you're doing," he said quietly, before turning to leave the room.

Alone once again, Arjun sat back in his chair, a self-satisfied smirk spreading across his face. He was a man driven by greed and ambition, willing to trample over anyone who stood in his way. The hunger for power and wealth consumed him, blinding him to the consequences of his actions. Little did he realize that his insatiable desires would soon lead him down a path of destruction, where the price of his ambition would be more than he could ever have imagined.
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Arvind sat back in his hotel room, his brow furrowed in frustration as he spoke sternly into the phone with Arjun, who was pacing back and forth in his office. "Arjun, what were you thinking taking that decision without consulting me?" he bellowed, his voice laced with disapproval.

Arjun's jaw tightened, his anger bubbling beneath the surface, but he forced himself to remain calm. "I believed it was the right move to make at the time," he replied evenly, trying to keep his temper in check.

Arvind shook his head, a look of disappointment flashing in his eyes. "Arjun, I understand your ambition and drive for success, but you can't make big decisions without discussing them with me first. You are a valuable part of this team, but we need to work together to ensure the success of our business, previously I told you to not take any decision without consulting me."

Arjun felt his frustration mounting, but he knew he had to show respect to his boss. "I understand,  sir. I apologize for not consulting you beforehand. I will make sure to involve you in all future decisions."

Arvind sighed, his tone softening slightly. "I know you have the best intentions, Arjun. But always remember that two heads are better than one. We need to watch out for each other and be careful with the deals we make. I trust your abilities, but don't let your eagerness blind you to potential risks."

Arjun nodded, his resolve hardening. "I hear you loud and clear, Arvind. I will be more mindful and considerate moving forward. I value your guidance and will make sure to work collaboratively with you."