Chapter 666 - Title: BBN — The Great Debate

(Blackwood Broadcast Network — Evening Prime)

🎙️ Anchor, Vanessa Reed:

"Good evening, citizens of the Blackwood Empire. Tonight's top story— His Excellency, Chris Blackwood, Supreme Ruler of the Empire, made an unannounced visit to one of the most powerful corporations in the private sector— Titan Core Industries. The visit, now dubbed 'The Royal Audit', has sparked intense debate across all sectors. Was it a random inspection... or a test of loyalty?"

🎥 Cut to Studio Panel: Three Analysts — Prof. Raymond Holt (Political Historian), Mila Carson (Economic Strategist), and Mason Black (Former B.A.M. Officer).

Prof. Raymond Holt:

"Vanessa, what we're witnessing isn't random. The Emperor walking into a private empire-sized company without warning is a power play. He's reminding every CEO that no matter how vast your fortune is—your crown still sits beneath his."

Mila Carson:

"Exactly. But let's not forget—Titan Core wasn't just a company; it was practically an independent economy. The CEO, Devon Clarke, held 7% of the Empire's total tech production. And when Chris Blackwood showed up in person? That's not coincidence. That's strategy. It's dominance disguised as inspection."

Mason Black (ex-soldier tone):

"And notice—no B.A.M. escort, no royal convoy. He arrived alone, in a black suit, unarmed. That's psychological warfare. The kind that says: 'I don't need an army to make you bow.'"

🎥 Vanessa:

"Some citizens are calling it a show of confidence… others, intimidation. But after what happened earlier this week—the live interview incident where a citizen slapped His Excellency—could this visit be a silent response?"

Mila Carson (nodding):

"I'd say yes. That slap was more than a personal insult—it was a public crack in the Empire's discipline. Chris is sealing that crack by showing the nation who truly holds control. Visiting Titan Core was his way of saying: 'No one's untouchable—not even me.'"

Prof. Holt:

"And the optics are fascinating. The CEO—Devon Clarke—stood trembling when the Emperor entered. Cameras caught him stuttering through his greeting. But Chris smiled. He didn't threaten him. He didn't even raise his voice. He just said, 'Show me what you've built… so I can decide if it belongs to me.' That's vintage Blackwood."

🎥 Vanessa (smirks slightly):

"Some viewers are calling this 'The Corporate Reckoning.' Others believe it's just the beginning of a new economic restructuring."

Mason Black:

"Restructuring? No. It's realignment. The Emperor's drawing lines again—reminding the elites that the throne funds their progress, not the other way around. Titan Core will either serve the Empire… or become a memory."

🎥 Vanessa:

"Interesting take, Mason. And with BBN's internal sources confirming that several top CEOs have now 'requested audience' with the Emperor following today's visit, the ripples are spreading fast."

Mila Carson:

"Honestly, Vanessa, I think this marks the rebirth of the Blackwood Economic Code. Every industry—tech, energy, commerce—will have to re-register under direct imperial oversight. He's centralizing everything. This isn't about money anymore. It's about obedience."

Prof. Holt (leaning forward):

"And let's be clear—the people are watching. That slap, that chaos on live TV, it humiliated the crown for a brief moment. Now the crown is speaking back—without words, without punishment—through control. This is the kind of silence that frightens nations."

🎥 Vanessa:

"Strong words, Professor. Before we wrap, final thoughts: What message did today's visit send to every citizen and corporation across the Empire?"

Mila: "Power never falters—it only pauses."

Mason: "Fear is back where it belongs."

Holt: "History will remember this day as the return of the Crown's grip."

🎙️ Vanessa concludes:

"This is BBN—keeping you informed, not entertained. The Great Debate continues tomorrow as the Empire awaits Chris Blackwood's next move. Until then… remain loyal."

📺 [End of Broadcast — Screen fades to the Blackwood Crest]

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