While never admitting it to himself, he took some pride in his particular brand of evil.

I took some pride in acquitting myself creditably in this new military phase of a slaver's life.

He took some pride in his appearance.

Certainly Ralph took some pride in the resources of his mind, and was insensibly helped to right himself by Mary's trust in him.

He was conscious for half a moment that he took some pride in the superiority of the oarsman over the boys in the other boats.