Chapter 447: Restructuring the Empire

Ethan Carter – Power Shifts

Chris's voice came through the phone, sharp and deliberate.

"Which position do you think we should change the person?"

I already had a list in mind—people who had grown too comfortable, too ambitious, or too weak during his absence.

"For me," he continued, "I want to change position five."

I wasn't surprised. The Head of Intelligence—my position.

I stayed silent for a moment, then finally responded, "And who do you have in mind to replace me?"

Chris chuckled. "You misunderstand, Ethan. I'm not replacing you. I'm moving you up."

I leaned forward in my chair. "To what?"

"Second-in-command. You'll oversee not just intelligence but all internal and external affairs. You'll be my Prime Minister."

I exhaled slowly. The second most powerful man in the empire.

It was a calculated move. With Skylar's power in question, Christiana volunteering for the role, and Classic stepping up as Crown Prince, Chris needed absolute loyalty at the top.

I nodded. "I accept."

Chris's tone remained firm. "Good. Now, who else needs to be removed?"

I pulled up the files on my screen.

"The current Minister of Treasury is unreliable—he's been funneling money into private accounts. The Minister of War is too soft to handle real threats. And as for the Prime Minister… if I'm taking his place, I suggest removing him entirely before he stirs rebellion."

Chris hummed in thought. "Then it's settled. Make it happen, Ethan."

I smirked. Time to clean house.