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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

I stood in the war room, my hands pressed against the polished mahogany table, watching the live surveillance feed. Skylar's gathering was in full motion.

The room was dimly lit, the large screen in front of me displaying multiple security camera angles. High-ranking officials, ministers, military commanders—all in one place, whispering in hushed voices, making quiet deals, testing their loyalty.

Chris had only been gone for three days, and already, she was reestablishing old alliances.

"She's testing you," Classic said, leaning back in his chair. His tone was neutral, but there was something in his eyes—curiosity, caution.

He had his father's sharp instincts, but unlike Chris, he wasn't reckless.

"Testing me?" I repeated, smirking. "No, Classic. She's testing the limits of her relevance."

Classic chuckled. "And what are we going to do about it?"

I turned to my second-in-command. "Have our men outside the venue. No engagement—just let her know we're watching."

"And if she tries to rally them into action?"

I turned back to Classic, watching his expression. "And you? Do you still hesitate?"

His jaw clenched slightly, but he met my gaze. "I don't hesitate. I calculate. There's a difference."

Because hesitation in the Blackwood Empire meant death.

Chris Blackwood – The Game in London

The crowd erupted as Chelsea scored, but I barely noticed.

Across from me, the British Prime Minister took another sip of his drink, laughing with the officials beside him. Oblivious.

I leaned back in my seat, tapping my fingers against my knee. Ethan had questioned my reason for coming here, and I had let him believe it was just a personal indulgence.

But in reality? This was a move on the global chessboard.

England had been a key player in Blackwood affairs for decades. Ties had been severed, rebuilt, and manipulated. Now, with my official return, I needed to know who was still useful.

The Prime Minister had refused private meetings. But tonight, he had no idea he was already meeting me.

I glanced at my security detail, then nodded.

One of my men slipped away into the shadows.

Classic Blackwood – Legacy in the Making

I sat in my office, staring at the document before me. A decree.

Chris had been back for months now, reclaiming his throne, reminding the world who truly ruled. But what about me?

For ten years, I had been the heir-in-waiting, preparing, training, ruling in his absence under my mother's watch.

Chris was still young. Still powerful. Still feared. He had no intention of stepping aside.

Ethan stepped inside, expression unreadable.

Of course. It was always about him.

"It's not what he did. It's what he will do." Ethan's tone was measured, but I could tell he was testing me.

"He's already moving pieces in London. He's watching Skylar. He's reinforcing his power. And you? You're sitting here waiting for something to change."

I exhaled. "You think I should challenge him?"

Ethan shook his head. "No. I think you should remind him you exist."

For years, I had been the prince waiting in the wings. But if I waited too long, would I ever get my turn?

Chris was back. And I needed to decide what that meant for me.

Chapter 475: The Empire Moves in Shadows