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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

The Situation Room was filled with a heavy silence as Christopher Blackwood made his next move. This wasn't just strategy—it was dominance in motion.

Chris stood before the digital war map, his gaze fixed on the shifting lines of power.

"Deploy 50,000 troops to the Russian border. No aggression—just presence. Let them know we're watching."

The Secretary of Defense nodded. "Understood. That will send a strong message, but it could escalate tensions."

Chris didn't blink. "That's the point."

Ethan smirked. "And the neighboring regions?"

Chris turned back to the map. "Send 20,000 troops to key strategic borders. Reinforce our allies. Show them that alignment with the Blackwood administration means security."

The National Security Advisor leaned forward. "This move will put everyone on edge—Russia, China, even some EU nations."

Chris exhaled. "Let them be on edge. Fear breeds compliance. They don't respect diplomacy—they respect strength."

The Chief of Staff hesitated. "And if Russia responds?"

Chris smirked. "They'll respond. But they won't act. Not unless they're willing to gamble everything."

Ethan chuckled. "You're playing a dangerous game."

Chris adjusted his cufflinks. "I don't play games. I change them."

The world exploded with news of the U.S. troop movements.

Breaking News: "Blackwood Administration Mobilizes Military – What's Next?"

Russia's President issued a formal warning, calling the move "an act of provocation."

China remained silent—but intelligence reports indicated they were closely monitoring the situation.

The EU was divided. Some leaders saw the move as necessary. Others feared escalation.

But one thing was clear: Christopher Blackwood wasn't here to negotiate. He was here to take control.

Ethan walked in, phone in hand. "Russia wants to set up an emergency diplomatic meeting. They're rattled."

Ethan chuckled. "You're really making them sweat."

Chris sat back, watching the city lights from his window. This was just the beginning.

Chapter 131: Power Moves