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Luna's small hand gripped Qin Si tightly, her fingertips turning pale, yet her tone was exceptionally firm. "Qin Si, I can cure Big Brother's Magic Backlash!"
Qin Si was taken aback, then displayed an expression of disbelief. "Luna, how is that possible? The Master’s Magic Backlash is a stubborn ailment that even the court Mages cannot resolve!"
Luna took a deep breath, her voice taking on an undeniable quality. "Trust me, Qin Si, I have a way." She recalled the description in the book about Big Brother's Magic Backlash, which hinged on a magical plant known as Starlight Grass.
Starlight Grass grew in the Extreme Cold Land and was extremely rare, but the book detailed its location and usage.
Luna relayed this information to Qin Si in full detail. Initially, Qin Si was skeptical, but Luna's determined gaze and thorough description gradually swayed her.
In the end, Qin Si decided to take a gamble.
She ordered her people to follow Luna's instructions and head to the Extreme Cold Land in search of Starlight Grass.
Days later, Starlight Grass was brought back.
Following Luna's guidance, Big Brother mixed Starlight Grass with several other Magic Materials to concoct a special potion.
The moment he consumed the potion, a powerful surge of Magical Energy coursed through his body, and the previously dim Magic Mark shone with dazzling brilliance once more!
"My... my magic... it's restored!" Big Brother exclaimed, tears of joy welling in his eyes as he felt the surge of Magical Power within him, as if he had returned to his youthful peak.
The family erupted in cheers; Big Brother's Magic Backlash had been lifted, and the family regained its glory.
Luna watched Big Brother's excitement with a heart full of joy, like a child who had just stolen candy, unable to suppress a smile.
However, Luna knew she had more important matters to address.
She approached Aelia and hesitated for a moment before speaking. "Madam... I have something to tell you about... about Master..."
Luna's tone was hesitant, and Aelia sensed her unease. She gently asked, "Luna, what's wrong? You can tell me anything."
Taking a deep breath, Luna revealed to Aelia that Leonard had been keeping a concubine outside and even had an illegitimate child.
Aelia looked as if struck by lightning; her face turned pale instantly.
“No… it’s impossible… Leonard… how could he…” She murmured to herself, as if unable to believe her own ears.
After years of marriage, she had always thought that Leonard loved her deeply, but now… it turned out that everything was just a lie.
Tears fell silently, and Aelia’s world seemed to collapse in an instant.
Seeing this, Qin Si hurriedly stepped forward to comfort her. “Madam, please don’t be too upset… It’s important to take care of your health…”
Aelia tightly grasped Qin Si’s hand, trembling as she said, “Qin Si… what should I do…” Qin Si gently stroked Aelia’s back, softly reassuring her, “Madam, please calm down first. We will think of a way together…”
Under Qin Si’s soothing presence, Aelia gradually calmed down. She wiped away her tears and said coldly, “I need to get to the bottom of this…” Her tone was icy, as if she had transformed into a different person.
Meanwhile, Second Brother was overjoyed upon hearing the news that his elder brother Magic Backlash had been lifted.
“Elder brother… he has finally… finally freed himself from that curse…” he murmured, filled with excitement and hope.
His elder brother’s success also illuminated the path for him to escape from Magic Dilemma.
He clenched his fists, his eyes burning with the flames of Xiong Xiong, resolutely thinking to himself, “I can do it too!”
Brother San stood at a distance, watching the magical light radiating from his elder brother anew, feeling a mix of emotions… He slowly reached out his hand as if trying to grasp that dazzling light but let it fall helplessly instead. “Elder brother…” he whispered softly, his voice tinged with an indescribable complexity…
Suddenly, a cold voice came from behind him. “What? Are you envious?”
Brother San stood in the corner of the courtyard, the night wind carrying a chill that tousled his slightly disheveled golden hair.
The magical light that had bloomed anew from his elder brother felt like an invisible blade piercing painfully into his heart.
That brilliant light was something he once could have easily grasped but had chosen to abandon himself.
He slowly extended his hand as if trying to catch the fleeting brilliance; his fingertips trembled before ultimately falling weakly.
“Brother…” he whispered softly, his voice deep like it came from the Underground, carrying a complex mix of emotions—envy, regret, and a hint of unspoken jealousy.
He had always believed that he possessed extraordinary Magical Talent, a child of destiny who didn’t need to put in much effort to cultivate his skills.
But now, his brother’s rebirth felt like a resounding slap across his face, making him aware that no matter how high one’s talent, without effort, one would ultimately fade into obscurity.
Suddenly, a cold voice came from behind him. “What’s wrong? Are you envious?” The owner of the voice was Lucius.
Brother San turned abruptly to face Lucius, who stood shrouded in shadows, his expression complicated.
Lucius was his Third Brother, renowned in the Magic Castle as a cold-faced genius who had displayed remarkable Magical Talent and a calm demeanor from a young age.
“I…” Brother San opened his mouth but found himself at a loss for words.
He couldn’t deny his true feelings nor explain to Lucius the foolishness of his past.
Lucius seemed to see through his thoughts, a barely perceptible smirk playing at the corners of his mouth.
“You should be envious. Brother’s resurgence isn’t just thanks to that little one’s help; it’s also due to his unwavering determination and perseverance. What about you? Aside from complaining and wallowing in self-pity, what have you done?”
Lucius's words struck like a sharp dagger, mercilessly piercing Brother San's heart.
He closed his eyes in pain, took a deep breath, and when he opened them again, the despair and confusion had been replaced by an unprecedented resolve.
“You’re right, Lucius. I can’t go on like this any longer.” Brother San's voice was low yet powerful, as if making a vow.
“From today onward, I will start my cultivation anew. I will reclaim the glory that belongs to me!”
He suddenly turned around and strode towards the Training Ground of the Magic Castle, his back straight and resolute.
The stars in the night sky shone exceptionally bright, as if cheering for his awakening.
Meanwhile, inside the main fortress of the Magic Castle, Leonard paced anxiously.
He had learned that Aelia was aware of his concubine and even of his illegitimate child, and his heart was thrown into chaos.
“Damn it! Where did that Infant Girl learn all this?” Leonard muttered under his breath, a cruel glint flashing in his eyes.
He had been careful to hide his secrets, yet he never expected to be exposed by a mere infant in a cradle.
He stopped and rubbed Mei Xin vigorously, trying to calm himself down.
He knew that the most important thing now was to keep Aelia steady; he absolutely could not allow her to act impulsively.
“No, I must think of a way to silence her quickly,” Leonard murmured to himself. He understood Aelia's character well; though gentle and virtuous, she was inherently strong-willed and would never tolerate betrayal.
He walked to the window and gazed out at the dark night, contemplating various possibilities.
Suddenly, a thought struck him, and a cold smile crept across his lips.
“Perhaps I can use this situation to make her completely give up on me, and then…” His voice grew softer until it faded into the night.
He swiftly turned around, approached his desk, picked up a piece of parchment, and began to write.
His pen danced across the paper with a rustling sound, as if composing a sinister Blessing Melody.
Before long, a parchment filled with writing appeared in his hand.
He carefully folded the parchment and placed it into an exquisite envelope, sealing it with wax.
"Come in!" Leonard called out to the door.
A knight dressed in black uniform immediately entered, standing respectfully before him.
"My Lord of the Fortress, what is your command?"
"Deliver this letter discreetly to..." Leonard whispered a few words into the knight's ear.
Upon hearing this, the knight's expression shifted slightly, but he nodded without hesitation in agreement.
"I understand."
He took the envelope and turned to leave the room, disappearing into the darkness.
Leonard watched the knight's departing figure, a cold smile curling at the corners of his mouth.
"Aelia, this time, don't blame me for being ruthless. For my future, I must eliminate you as an obstacle!"
Meanwhile, in the garden of the Magic Castle, Lucius stood alone beneath an ancient Magic Tree, gazing up at the stars in the sky.
His eyes were deep and calm, as if he could perceive everything in the world.
He had witnessed all that transpired within the Magic Castle, including Brother San's awakening, Leonard's conspiracy, and Aelia's suffering.
He knew that a storm was about to erupt within the Magic Castle, and the catalyst for it all was a tiny infant girl.
“Luna, who exactly are you?” Lucius whispered softly. He had to admit that the arrival of this Infant Girl had completely altered the Destiny of the Magic Castle.
Not only had she helped his elder brother dispel the Magic Backlash, but she had also revealed Leonard's true nature, triggering a series of chain reactions.
He had always considered himself the smartest person in the Magic Castle, but now he had to acknowledge that Luna's wisdom and abilities far exceeded his imagination.
He did not know where she came from or what she intended to do, but he sensed that her presence would bring about earth-shattering changes in the Magic Castle.
“Perhaps this is the true hope of the Magic Castle,” Lucius murmured to himself.
He turned to face the main fortress, silently resolving, “No matter what happens, I will stand by your side, Luna.”
The night in the Magic Castle was destined to be anything but calm.
In the conference hall of the Magic Castle, most of its core members had gathered.
Each one wore a serious expression, whispering among themselves, and the atmosphere in the hall was tense and delicate.
“Have you heard? The Lord of the Fortress has been keeping a woman outside and even had a child with her!”
“Is that true? How could that be? The Lord of the Fortress has always been devoted to his lady!”
“Hmph, you can know a person's face but not their heart; who knows what he really thinks!”
“What will the lady do? She certainly won't let this go easily!”
"Who knows? However, I believe this matter will definitely impact the future of Magic Castle."
The crowd buzzed with speculation, various rumors flying around.
Everyone was focused on the unfolding situation, worried that this family turmoil would bring chaos to Magic Castle.
Suddenly, the door to the hall swung open, and Aelia walked in.
Her face was pale, her eyes cold, and she radiated an air of grim determination.
The chatter immediately ceased as everyone turned to Aelia, holding their breath.
They knew a storm was about to break.
Aelia stepped to the center of the hall, surveying the room before speaking in a chilling voice, "Today, I have an announcement to make."
Her voice was not loud, yet it reached every ear clearly, silencing the entire hall.
She paused for a moment, took a deep breath, and slowly said, "I want to discuss Leonard..."
At that moment, an abrupt voice interrupted her: "Madam, please wait! I have urgent news to report!"
A knight clad in armor rushed into the hall, kneeling on the ground with a panicked expression. "Madam, it's bad! We have discovered unidentified individuals attempting to invade at the barrier of Magic Castle. There are many of them, and we can barely hold them off!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the hall erupted into chaos.
"What? Someone is invading Magic Castle?"
"How is this possible? The barrier of the Magic Castle is supposed to be the strongest!"
"Quick! We need to provide support!"
Panic spread among the crowd as they hurriedly stood up, preparing to rush to the barrier.
Aelia's expression turned serious; she furrowed her brows tightly, filled with confusion.
Why would someone invade the Magic Castle at this moment?
Was there something suspicious behind it all?
She glanced at the Knight kneeling on the ground and coldly asked, "Who are they? Why are they invading the Magic Castle?"
The Knight trembled as he replied, "I don't know, but it seems they are after... after..."
"After what?" Aelia pressed.
The Knight hesitated for a moment before finally saying, "They are after... Luna!"
Aelia's face instantly turned pale with rage. She sharply turned her gaze toward Qin Si, who was standing in the corner.
"Qin Si, what is going on?" Aelia's voice was as cold as ice, sending chills down everyone's spine.
Qin Si's face was pale, her body trembling as she slowly raised her head to look at Aelia. "My lady, I..."
Before she could finish her sentence, Aelia interrupted sharply, "Speak! Who is behind this?"
Qin Si opened her mouth, but found she could not say anything.
Her eyes flickered uncertainly, as if she was hesitating about something.
Aelia's patience had reached its limit. She suddenly drew Leonard's Sword from her waist and pointed it at Qin Si's neck, declaring with a fierce tone, "Speak! Otherwise, I will kill you!"
Qin Si's body trembled even more violently. She closed her eyes, and tears streamed down her cheeks.
"Madam, I will say... it is..."
Before she could finish her sentence, a sharp whistle interrupted her.
"Whoosh—"
A dark shadow shot in through the window, heading straight for Aelia.
"Madam, watch out!"
Lucius reacted quickly and pushed Aelia aside.
"Thud—"
The shadow pierced into Lucius' thin shoulders, instantly staining his clothes with blood.
"Lucius!" Aelia exclaimed, quickly supporting the swaying Lucius.
Everyone was stunned by this sudden turn of events, drawing their weapons and warily scanning their surroundings.
"Protect the Lady!"
The Knights immediately surrounded Aelia, standing ready for battle.
Suddenly, a chilling voice echoed from outside the hall, "Aelia, today is your day of death!"
As the voice faded, a group of men in black rushed into the hall, wielding sharp blades and exuding an aura of murderous intent as they charged straight at Aelia.
The Magic Castle was thrown into chaos.
Aelia gripped her sword, In Hand, tightly, her heart filled with anger and despair as she surveyed the tumultuous scene before her.
She knew that tonight was destined to be a bloody night.
"Kill!"
With a fierce cry, Ailya's Roar, she swung her sword, In Hand, to meet the oncoming attackers.
The hall was immediately filled with the sounds of clashing blades and the anguished cries of the wounded.
Blood stained the Ground.
What fate awaited the Destiny of the Magic Castle?
Leonard stood by the window of his study, watching the flames rising high from the council hall in the distance, a smug smile curling at the corners of his mouth.
"Aelia, you are finally going to die. From today onward, I will be the true master of the Magic Castle!"
He picked up the red wine on the table, gently swirling it as if celebrating his victory.
Suddenly, the study door swung open, and a figure stepped inside.
Leonard frowned, looking at the newcomer with displeasure. "Who allowed you to come in? Get out!" he snapped.
The visitor slowly lifted her head, revealing a delicate and youthful face.
"Father, good evening." Luna stood at the doorway, calmly gazing at Leonard, a glimmer of mischief flickering in her eyes.
"It's so late; you haven't gone to bed yet?"
Leonard stared at Luna, and the pride he had felt moments ago vanished without a trace, replaced by a deep-seated fear.
"You... how did you get here?" he stammered, his voice trembling as if he had seen a ghost.
Luna smiled slightly and walked into the study, speaking softly. "I just wanted to ask you if you're ready."
Leonard looked at Luna in terror, his body shaking uncontrollably.
He knew that this infant girl was far more terrifying than he had imagined.
"What... what do you want?" he asked, trying to mask his inner dread with bravado.
Luna approached Leonard, looking up at him with her innocent voice. "I just want you to know that I am fully aware of your scheme."
Leonard's face turned pale in an instant; he staggered back a few steps and leaned against the desk.
“No… it’s impossible… how could you know?” he murmured, as if all hope had slipped away from him.
Luna smiled faintly, not answering his question. Instead, she slowly extended her hand and pointed behind Leonard.
“Don’t you feel a chill behind you?” she said softly, her tone laced with an eerie amusement.
Leonard turned abruptly, only to see a familiar figure standing behind him, coldly staring at him.
“You…” Leonard's eyes widened, wanting to say something, but found his throat blocked as if by some unseen force, rendering him voiceless.
The figure slowly raised a hand, gripping a sharp dagger that glinted menacingly, aimed directly at Leonard's throat.
“Farewell, Leonard,” the figure whispered, filled with hatred.
The dagger plunged down without hesitation.
Blood splattered across the walls.
Leonard’s body gradually collapsed, falling into a pool of blood.
Luna watched Leonard lying on the ground without any expression on her face. Her gaze was cold and calm, as if none of this concerned her at all.
She turned and walked to the door of the study, leaving behind a single sentence before disappearing into the darkness.
“The game has only just begun.”
The atmosphere in Glory Fortress was suffocatingly tense, filled with an indescribable sense of anxiety.
Xiao Luna was still a wobbly toddler, her chubby little legs bouncing as she hopped along, the mischievous sparkle in her exceptionally bright eyes shining through.
She clutched a plush Griffin tightly, one of its Button eyes dangling precariously—this stood in stark contrast to the intricately woven web of deception within the fortress walls.
Today, Luna decided it was time for a "big" prank.
Her brother had once been a promising Mage, but now he curled up in a Wheelchair, a victim of a cruel Magic Backlash.
The Original Story portrayed him as a defeated man, his spirit as crippled as his body.
But what about Luna?
Luna had "other" plans.
"Mommy, brother is crying," she said with a lisp, tugging at her Mother Aelia's emerald green Starry Gown.
Aelia was the formidable mistress of Glory Fortress, and she sighed, "I know, dear. But there’s nothing we can do. The healers have tried everything."
Yet, Luna was aware.
She "knew" that the backlash was no accident.
It was a deliberate act of sabotage orchestrated by a jealous rival—a detail cleverly glossed over in the Original Story.
Though Luna's body was that of a toddler, she possessed the cunning of a seasoned strategist and began to meticulously plan her scheme.
She "accidentally" stumbled upon her brother's Grimoire, mumbling about pretty colors and intriguing symbols.
She dramatically waved her hand, deliberately leaving a saliva mark on a crucial page, and pointed out the cleverly altered rune that had caused the backlash.
Aelia was initially amused by her daughter's comical gesture, but then she froze.
The altered rune, disguised so cleverly, now stood out glaringly before her—this was irrefutable evidence of betrayal.
She gasped.
Betrayal?
But who had done it?
The seeds of doubt sown by Luna's seemingly innocent actions began to sprout.
Meanwhile, Lord Leonard entered the room with a look of confusion, blissfully unaware that he had sparked a small whirlwind.
He was troubled, his mind filled with lies and secrets of his tryst with "her"—the existence of that woman was about to shatter Aelia's world.
Luna sensed the moment had come and launched her second attack.
“Daddy... pretty lady... flowers...” she mumbled. Though her words were jumbled, they carried a peculiar power.
She pointed to a forgotten bouquet of wilted flowers in the corner of the room—flowers Leonard had carelessly brought back from "her" hidden cottage.
Aelia had never seen these flowers before.
The atmosphere in the room had frozen.
Leonard's face was pale, and the forced smile he wore was as crumbled as stale bread.
Aelia's eyes, once filled with sorrow, now ignited with a dangerous fury.
The tension that had permeated the air finally snapped.
Qin Si, Aelia's loyal maid, gasped and clutched her Pearl Necklace tightly.
Even Lucius, the Third Son, who usually remained silent and detached from the family drama, raised an eyebrow in surprise.
The brothers sensed the shift in atmosphere and exchanged anxious glances.
Suddenly, it felt as though the walls of the fortress were closing in on them, the heavy silence making it hard to breathe.
Luna, the chaotic little schemer, continued to play with her plush Griffin, humming a tune that was utterly unintentional.
It seemed that this game had only just begun.
And Xiao Luna, with her innocent appearance and understanding of the future, held all the Chips.
The fantasy of peace had shattered, revealing the sharp edges of long-buried truths.
A scandal sparked by the murmurs of a stumbling child began to echo through the sacred halls of Glory Fortress.
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