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Legacy of Blackwood – Synopsis

Decades after Chris Blackwood reshaped the world, his empire stands unrivaled, with its influence stretching across nations. The Blackwood Union rules with absolute authority, dictating the course of history itself. But as the throne transitions to a new ruler, the balance of power shifts, and old alliances are tested.

Ethan Carter, the trusted right hand of Chris, has been named the new Supreme Ruler. With his appointment comes the weight of expectation, the burden of maintaining an empire built on dominance, and the whispers of betrayal lurking in the shadows.

Classic Blackwood and Christiana Blackwood—each with their own vision for the future—must decide where their loyalties lie. Skylar Blackwood, ever watchful, remains a force to be reckoned with, her ambitions far from fulfilled.

But as external threats rise and internal conflicts brew, the question remains: Will the Legacy of Blackwood thrive under new leadership, or will it collapse under the weight of its own power?

A tale of loyalty, ambition, and the price of absolute rule—Legacy of Blackwood begins.

Legacy of Blackwood

The night air inside the Imperial Chamber was still. Not even the shadows dared move without his permission.

Chris stood before the towering map of the world—no longer divided by borders or flags. Every nation, every region, every city… marked by a single emblem: the Blackwood crest.

The world no longer belonged to many. It belonged to one.

The door opened with its usual soft hiss of hydraulics. Christiana stepped in—flawless posture, black uniform sharp as ever, eyes unreadable.

"Your Majesty," she said, her tone perfectly neutral.

Chris spoke without turning. "You've been quiet since Ethan's reinstatement."

Christiana stepped closer, but not too close. "Because I'm watching."

He finally turned, facing her. "And what do you see?"

Her eyes flicked toward the map behind him. "A storm building behind clear skies."

Chris studied her for a moment. "Speak freely."

She tilted her head slightly. "Ethan will never be loyal. Not truly. Not after what you did to him. He may bow, but he won't kneel in spirit. I can have his movements tracked tighter. Have him shadowed day and night."

Chris raised a hand, stopping her. "I know what Ethan is."

Christiana's voice lowered. "Then why take the risk?"

Chris walked toward the window overlooking the Citadel. The lights of the empire stretched endlessly into the horizon.

"Because a world this powerful needs pressure," he said. "Peace breeds weakness. Ethan is a necessary tension. A constant reminder to the others—especially Classic—that this throne is not inherited. It's earned, and guarded with fire."

Christiana's jaw tensed. "And if he steps out of line again?"

Chris turned back to her, voice like steel. "Then I let the lion eat the ghost."

Christiana's tone shifted. "The Blackwood Union grows more obedient by the day. Currency conversion is complete in all 193 former nations. Worship centers are operational. The One-Ruler Doctrine is being taught in schools globally. Your godhood is no longer feared…"

Chris said nothing, but a faint smirk touched the corner of his lips.

"All according to plan," he murmured.

Christiana gave a slow nod. "Then what's next?"

Say "continue" when you're ready to see how Classic gets pulled into this new game.

Chapter Title: The Iron Within the Flame