Chapter Title: The Broadcast Heard Across the World

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Blackwood News Network (BNN) – Live Transmission

[Opening Sequence: Dramatic orchestral theme. The screen flashes with the Blackwood Union emblem—an obsidian crown wrapped in flames—before cutting to a crystal-clear broadcast room framed in gold and digital glass.]

Anchor: Vera Langston – BNN Prime News

"Good evening, citizens of the Blackwood Union. I'm Vera Langston, and this… is Blackwood Prime."

[She smiles, poised and confident.]

"We are officially five days away from what experts are already calling the most opulent event in recorded history—the Supreme Ruler's Birthday Ball."

[The screen shifts to footage of the Sky Palace, floating like a celestial cathedral above the capital, lit in shimmering platinum light.]

"An event with an entry fee of 100 million Blackwood Credits per guest, invitations to the Grand Ball are rarer than gold, and reserved only for the most powerful, the most loyal, and the most elite minds of our time."

[Headline: WORLD WATCHES AS CHRIS BLACKWOOD'S BIRTHDAY APPROACHES]

[Footage rolls of cities celebrating in advance. Holographic parades. Fireworks. Pilgrimages to Blackwood temples. The BU flag flying high.]

"But that's not all," Vera continues. "In a bold move, the Dictator of the Union, Christiana Blackwood, has enacted the highest level of security protocols since the formation of the Empire. With over 60,000 elite operatives mobilized and a no-fly zone extended across six quadrants, the Sky Palace is now the most secure location in existence."

[Headline: DICTATOR: "NOT EVEN TIME WILL TOUCH THE SUPREME."]

"And let's not forget," she says with a glint in her eye, "our beloved First Lady, Skylar Blackwood, will be unveiling the most expensive attire in human history. Reports suggest the gown includes gemstones sourced from nine different planets and a veil embedded with live nanotech-reactive embroidery."

[Screen shows a blurred sneak peek. The world gasps.]

[Headline: QUEEN SKY WEARS THE FUTURE]

"But perhaps what's causing the biggest ripple of anticipation…" she lowers her voice, "is the rise of the heir apparent. Classic Blackwood."

[Cut to Classic standing on the balcony earlier, wind catching his coat, eyes locked forward like a vision of the future.]

[Headline: THE STORM THEY DIDN'T SEE COMING]

"Insiders say he's writing his own speech. That he's preparing not just to stand beside his father… but to cast his own shadow. With both charm and quiet ferocity, Classic is quickly becoming the name every global power fears… and secretly worships."

[Pause. Music swells.]

"And finally, Supreme Ruler Chris Blackwood has declared this event more significant than any coronation, treaty, or conquest in history. All world leaders attending must swear allegiance once more. There will be no doubts, no cracks, no rivals."

[Headline: ONE EMPIRE. ONE RULER. ONE FUTURE.]

"From the core of the empire to the furthest colony in orbit—this is more than a celebration. This is a reminder that the world doesn't run on oil, gold, or democracy…"

"It runs on the will of the Blackwoods."

[Music fades. Vera smiles gently.]

"Stay tuned for our exclusive countdown series. Tomorrow: A deep dive into the suitor list for the Dictator herself, and what it means for the future of Blackwood bloodlines."

"I'm Vera Langston. And this… is Blackwood Prime."

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