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At university, Chris is just another student—quiet, reserved, and seemingly ordinary. But behind the scenes, he’s the heir to a hidden fortune, a secret he guards fiercely.

Then there’s Skylar—a girl born into wealth, now watching her privileged world crumble as her family faces financial ruin. When she crosses paths with Chris, an unexpected connection sparks between them.

Skylar falls for him, believing he’s just a regular guy. But when her family pressures her to seek a richer suitor, Chris finds himself at a crossroads—should he reveal his true identity to fight for their love, or let her go to protect his secret?

In a world where love and wealth collide, can their relationship survive the truth?

Masked Affluence

A murmur swept through the room at Chris's next words.

"Effective immediately, my personal assistant will assume the role of Head of Foreign Affairs."

The Secretary of State, a seasoned diplomat with decades of experience, stiffened. His expression darkened. "Mr. President, with all due respect, foreign relations require a delicate hand. Your assistant lacks the experience—"

Chris leaned back in his chair, completely unfazed. "Experience isn't the problem. Control is."

His voice remained calm, but there was no mistaking the finality in it.

"I don't need career politicians with outdated alliances and hidden agendas. I need someone whose loyalty is absolute. Someone who doesn't play by their rules—because from now on, we make the rules."

He turned to Ethan, who stood beside him, arms crossed. They had already discussed this move. It wasn't about qualifications—it was about power. Influence. Ensuring every decision came from within the Blackwood circle.

Chris's gaze swept across the table. He could see the resistance in some faces, the quiet acceptance in others. It didn't matter.

"I didn't come here to ask permission," he continued. "I came here to tell you how things will be."

He leaned forward, fingers tapping against the desk.

"From now on, foreign policy isn't dictated by outside influence. Every deal, every alliance, every negotiation runs through my office. No more backdoor compromises. No more favors disguised as diplomacy. If a leader wants to speak to this country, they speak to me."

The Secretary of State inhaled sharply, clearly struggling to hold back his objections.

Chris smirked. "You have something to say?"

The man hesitated—then shook his head. "No, Mr. President."

Chris nodded. "Good. Then let's move forward."

Ethan stepped up, setting down a thick file on the desk. "The first order of business—several world leaders have requested private meetings. They want to know where you stand."

Chris glanced at the names. Some expected. Some surprising.

"Then let's remind them who they're dealing with."

Chapter 124: Reshaping Power