Chapter 1217:

Enzo’s gaze turned cold. “So, because of this, you want to rebel, to challenge me? You’re the future leader of the Owen family. Is knowing love even necessary for you? What value does love hold? The fortune generated from Owen Group—that’s tangible. Wealth you can touch.”

With a sneer, Enzo added, “Love? Those at the top don’t concern themselves with it. Love is one of the most worthless things in this world.”

Jayden closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and when he opened them, his gaze was firmer than before.

“Money is physical; love is spiritual. No matter how much money I have, it simply can’t fill the emptiness and void in my heart. The simple truth is that love has value beyond wealth.”

Enzo scoffed. “It seems I gave you too much. You’ve forgotten what it means to struggle. Remember, there are people out there who barely survive, who don’t even have the chance to think about love.”

“Yes, for many, survival is the priority, leaving little room to contemplate love. But I’m different. Born into the Owen family, I have the privilege to think about and explore what love is,” Jayden replied.

Seeing Jayden’s defiance, Enzo grew enraged. “Are you really determined to go against me? Apologize now, return with me, and I’ll make you the head of the family immediately.”

Jayden shook his head. “Leading the Owen family has never been my ambition. That’s your desire, Grandpa. You spent a lifetime pursuing it, yet it still wasn’t enough. Now, you expect me to fulfill it on your behalf so you can live through me once again. Don’t be so selfish.”

Enzo chuckled bitterly. “Selfish? Is that what you call me? Really? You dare accuse me of selfishness? Why do you think I chose you among all the younger ones? Isn’t it because…”

Jayden interjected calmly, “Isn’t it because I’m the brightest, the most capable, and the most obedient? My parents were consumed by greed. The moment they realized I’d be the Owen family’s next leader, they abandoned me and gave me to you.”

Enzo struck the floor with his cane and yelled, “How dare you speak to me with such insolence!”

Jayden responded, “The truth has made you angry, hasn’t it? It exposes your true motives. Deep down, you’re just an uncomplicated man. Inside, there’s only emptiness, loneliness, self-interest, and egotism. When someone sees you for who you really are, your power fades. You’re actually quite weak.”

Enzo’s breaths came heavy as he leaned on his cane, appearing trapped without any options left.

Jayden watched Enzo for a long moment, then pulled out a gun and aimed it at him.

Enzo’s face filled with terror. “You actually plan to kill me?” . . .