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The atmosphere in the room seemed to freeze, all eyes focused on the tiny infant.
As Luna's words fell, a chilling presence surged in like a tidal wave, instantly lowering the temperature in the entire hall.
The flames that had been burning brightly in the fireplace flickered nervously, crackling as if startled, their glow dimming significantly.
"Surprise? What surprise?" Aelia's voice trembled as she clutched Luna tightly, as if seeking warmth from her embrace.
Yet deep down, she understood that this coldness did not stem from the outside world but arose from the depths of her heart—a primal fear of the unknown.
At that moment, in one corner of the room, darkness began to swirl like ink, and a vague figure slowly emerged.
The figure was composed of faint wisps of smoke, obscuring its features, leaving only a vague human silhouette discernible.
Even so, the eerie and oppressive aura was enough to send shivers down the spine of everyone present.
"What... what is this?" Brother San exclaimed, stepping back instinctively, his face as pale as a sheet of paper.
Though he was exceptionally gifted, he lacked experience and had never encountered such a bizarre scene.
Eldest Brother and Second Brother tried to maintain their composure, but their clenched fists and beads of sweat forming on their foreheads betrayed their inner turmoil.
As Mages, they could naturally sense the immense power contained within this shadow—an energy wave entirely different from that of the living; cold, lifeless, filled with an aura of destruction.
"Village Chief... are you the Village Chief of Peach Blossom Village?" Aelia's voice quivered as she recognized the tattered robes worn by the figure—distinctive attire of the villagers from Peach Blossom Village.
The shadow nodded slightly, producing a raspy voice that scraped against the stone like Ailya's White Nails. "Madam, I come at the behest of Luna. There are matters you must be made aware of."
Leonard's face instantly turned ashen, a sense of unease washing over him, an indescribable feeling of impending crisis swelling within.
He barked, "Witchcraft! Who dares to spout such nonsense in this place?"
The shadow turned its head, hollow eyes fixed on Leonard as if piercing through his very soul. "Lord of the Fortress, it has been many years. You still exude such authority. But tell me, do you remember Li Ross from Peach Blossom Village?"
"Li Ross? I don't know any Li Ross!" Leonard denied vehemently, though his voice trembled and his gaze began to flicker.
Aelia's heart sank sharply; she keenly sensed the change in Leonard's demeanor, a foreboding feeling creeping over her.
Having shared decades of life with Leonard, her understanding of him far surpassed that of others.
"Don't know? Then surely you recognize this ring?" The shadow extended its hand, a wisp of black mist coalescing into a ring—its design ancient yet exquisite, adorned with a Red Gemstone that appeared particularly eerie in the shadow's grasp.
Aelia instantly recognized the ring; it was the Token of Love Leonard had given her in his youth.
She had cherished this ring as a treasure, but now it appeared in the hand of a malevolent spirit. How could she accept this?
"This... this is impossible..." Aelia murmured, her face pale as paper, her body swaying unsteadily.
She could not believe that the husband she had loved for decades would betray her, and in such a disgraceful manner.
"Leonard! You need to explain this to me!" Ailya's roar echoed through the air; he could not tolerate seeing his mother so hurt.
He stepped forward and grabbed Leonard by the collar, questioning him angrily.
"Calm down, Brother!" Second Brother quickly intervened, trying to dissuade him.
But the look in his eyes as he glanced at Leonard was also filled with anger and disappointment.
"Father, I have always respected you, but if you truly did something to betray Mother, I will never forgive you!" Brother San, Lucius, stepped forward as well. His voice was calm but filled with determination.
Leonard was left speechless by the accusations from his three sons, yet he still attempted to defend himself. "There must be some misunderstanding. Ross is just a friend; there’s nothing between us..."
"Nothing between you? Then what about this letter?" The shadow struck again, producing a yellowed letter in its hand.
The elegant tiny inscriptions on the envelope clearly read, "To my dear Leonard."
Aelia trembled as she took the letter, and upon opening it, the contents plunged her into an ice cave of despair.
The letter was filled with affection and longing, every line revealing Ross's dependence and love for Leonard, along with dreams for the future.
"No... this can't be true..." Aelia closed her eyes in anguish as tears streamed down her cheeks like Luna.
She had always believed she was the happiest woman in the world, possessing a perfect family and enviable love.
But now, everything had shattered like a bubble, leaving only endless disappointment and pain.
"Leonard! What else do you have to say?" The eldest brother roared in fury, landing a punch on Leonard's face that sent him crashing to the ground.
Leonard covered his face, groaning in pain.
He knew that he was beyond redemption, and all his justifications felt powerless.
He raised his head to look at Aelia, his eyes filled with regret. "Aelia, I... I'm sorry..."
Aelia remained silent, simply gazing at him. Years of love had turned to nothing, leaving only endless scars.
The entire hall was enveloped in silence, everyone stunned into speechlessness by this sudden turn of events.
They could hardly believe that the once-respected Lord of the Fortress could commit such a despicable act.
All eyes were on Luna, the tiny infant who seemed to be the instigator of it all.
They wondered what she would do next.
How would she break this deadlock?
What future awaited the Glorious Demon Fortress?
Luna continued to nestle in Aelia's embrace. She reached out her small hand and gently wiped the tears from Aelia's face. Turning her head, she looked at Qin Si standing nearby and said in her innocent voice, "Aunt Cessy, I'm hungry..."
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