Chapter 520: The Dictator’s Command

Christiana's POV

I stood beside my father, his presence an unshakable force in the room. The world had already bent to his will, and now it was time to seal it.

Chris turned to the gathered rulers, his voice unwavering.

"As the Supreme Ruler of the Blackwood Empire, I have ensured stability and power unmatched in history. And to maintain that strength, I appoint the one force capable of keeping it absolute."

I met his gaze, knowing what was coming.

"Christiana Blackwood is not just the Dictator of the Blackwood Empire—she is now the Dictator of the Blackwood Union."

The room reacted exactly as I expected. Some rulers stiffened, others exchanged uncertain glances. None of them dared to object.

I took a step forward, my voice cutting through the silence.

"You misunderstand your position if you think this is a discussion. The Blackwood Union is not a council. It is not a partnership. It is an extension of the Empire's rule. And I am the authority that ensures its order."

The Tsarina of Russia nodded slowly. The King of Italy shifted uncomfortably but remained silent. They understood.

Chris smirked. "Your power remains only so long as you uphold the structure of the Union. And that structure is enforced by her."

I tilted my head, surveying the room.

"From this day forward, all decisions within the Union pass through me. Your sovereignty exists within the limits I set. Cross that line, and you will no longer rule."

The message was clear. The era of shared power was over. There was only one rule, one order, and one dictator ensuring it.

Me.