The rain whispered against the penthouse windows like it had something to confess.
Damon sat alone in the war room at Black Core Alpha, staring at the photo Trey left behind—a picture of a woman. Mid-20s. Long hair. Cold eyes that looked too much like his.
"You have a sister."
System Alert: Bloodline Anomaly Detected
Subject: Naomi Black – Confirmed Half-Sibling
– Status: Member of the Black Family
– Position: Senior Liaison to St. Monarch University
– Alignment: Unknown
Message Detected (Secure Transfer – 1x View Only)
Damon tapped the screen.
Her voice was clipped. Intelligent. Conflicted.
"If you're seeing this, they haven't killed you yet. Which means you're stronger than they thought… or more reckless than I expected."
"Listen carefully. I'm not your enemy. I don't care what Father wants. But you need to understand: you're a threat to more than just the family now."
"They've added your name to the Monarch List. That means your next step must be this—enroll at St. Monarch University. I can cover your invite. It's the only place where your power might be recognized before it's erased."
She paused.
"Come prepared. They'll expect a lost bastard. Show them a king instead."
System Check-In — Destiny Branch Chosen
New Arc Unlocked: St. Monarch University — School of the Elite, Hidden Training Grounds for Future Global Power
Politics. Legacy. Seduction. Combat. Secrets.
Prepare for transition: Wealth Level, Combat Mastery, Academic Score, and Influence Tier will be assessed.
Bonus Gift: "Legacy Forged Admission Pack"
– Fully-funded enrollment
– Exclusive dorm access (multi-level suite with private war room)
– Direct invitation to the Midnight Council (Top 1% of global heirs, crime families, and black card dynasties)
– Rare vehicle: McLaren Nova-X (Prototype Supercar – Not Yet Released to Public)
Later That Night — Penthouse Rooftop
Damon stood under the rain, eyes closed.
Kai stepped up beside him. "So… college?"
Damon smirked. "More like a battlefield in uniform."
Zeke grinned from the doorway. "When do we pack?"
Damon glanced over his shoulder. "I'm not just enrolling. I'm taking over."