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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 air was thick with anticipation. Chris stood at the head of the table, surrounded by his top military and intelligence officials. The global chessboard was shifting fast, and he was about to make his next move.

The Director of National Intelligence cleared his throat. "Sir, Russia is already making counter-moves. They've initiated military drills near the Ukraine border and started economic talks with Iran."

Chris smirked. "They're scrambling. Good."

The Secretary of Defense frowned. "But they won't stop there. Putin—sorry, I mean Petrov—doesn't react. He retaliates."

Chris tapped his fingers against the table. "Then let's make sure his retaliation costs him."

Ethan leaned in. "What's the play?"

Chris glanced at the Cyber Warfare Director. "Are we ready?"

The director nodded. "Yes, sir. Operation Phantom Strike is standing by."

Chris's smirk deepened. "Then execute it."

The room fell into silence. This was it. The first strike.

Moscow, Russia – Kremlin Headquarters

The Kremlin's power grid flickered.

A cyberattack, precise and devastating, swept through Russia's banking systems, military communications, and energy sectors.

For ten full minutes, chaos reigned. The Russian stock market crashed, emergency protocols failed, and encrypted government files were breached.

When power was restored, President Viktor Petrov stood in the darkness of his office, his face pale with rage.

His Defense Minister rushed in. "Sir—we've been hit. A cyber-assault. Our financial systems took major damage, and…" He hesitated. "Several missile defense servers were compromised."

Petrov's fist slammed against the desk. "Blackwood."

A moment later, his intelligence chief handed him a tablet. On the screen was a single message—untraceable, but unmistakable.

Ethan grinned as he read the latest intelligence updates. "Russia's in shambles. Their markets won't recover for weeks, and their military servers took a beating."

Chris sipped his coffee, completely unfazed. "Told you. They're predictable."

The National Security Advisor adjusted his tie nervously. "Sir, won't this escalate tensions?"

Chris raised an eyebrow. "Tensions were already high. Now they just know what happens when they try to challenge me."

Ethan chuckled. "You think Petrov will respond?"

Chris set his coffee down. His eyes were cold. Calculating.

"Oh, he'll respond. But by then, it'll be too late."

🚨 Breaking News: Cyberattack Cripples Russian Infrastructure – Is the U.S. Involved?

🚨 Moscow Accuses 'Foreign Powers' of Economic Sabotage – Will Russia Retaliate?

🚨 Christopher Blackwood's White House – The Most Powerful Administration in Modern History?

Meanwhile, in a Hidden Bunker in Moscow…

Petrov stood before his top generals.

"If Blackwood wants a war of influence…" he growled, eyes dark with fury.

And just like that—the world teetered on the edge of the next great conflict.

Chapter 134: The First Strike