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墨書 Inktalez
Luna's small hand tightly grasped the ancient book that had emerged from an unknown corner, its pages yellowed with age—indeed, it was the very novel chronicling the rise and fall of the Glorious Demon Fortress.
At that moment, she was nestled in Aelia's embrace, pointing at a passage with a serious expression on her little face. "Mother... look... here..."
Aelia had initially held Luna with a tender affection, glancing at the ancient text without much thought. She couldn't read, assuming her daughter was merely playing.
Yet Luna's innocent voice rang with an unusual conviction, striking Aelia's heart like a prophecy.
Qin Si, standing nearby, read aloud at just the right moment: "Leonard, the master of Glorious Demon Fortress, appears honorable but harbors sinister intentions. He secretly colludes with Leonard's Concubine, aiming to usurp family wealth..."
At this revelation, Aelia's heart jolted violently.
She snatched the ancient book from Luna's grasp and scrutinized the passage. Although she couldn't read fluently, Luna had taught her enough for her to recognize some key phrases.
"Leonard," "Leonard's Concubine," "usurp"... these words burned into her mind like brands.
Her complexion turned pale in an instant, as if she had been dealt a heavy blow.
Impossible!
This could not be true!
Leonard was her beloved husband; how could he commit such acts?
Luna seemed to sense Aelia's confusion. She pointed to another section of the text with her chubby little finger and said in her baby voice, "Mother... there's also... here..."
Qin Si continued reading: "To achieve his goals, Leonard would stop at nothing, even turning against his own kin..."
Aelia's breath quickened as the world around her began to spin. She clutched Luna tightly, her body trembling slightly as she struggled to suppress the rising tide of fear and anger within her.
At that moment, the eldest brother slowly wheeled himself in.
Upon hearing what Qin Si recited, his expression darkened.
The pain from the Magic Backlash had tormented him, preventing him from standing again.
He had always thought it was just an accident. Could it be… could all of this be Leonard's scheme?
He clenched his fists, the knuckles cracking ominously.
Memories of Leonard's hypocritical concern and sympathy over the years ignited a surge of anger within him.
He slammed his fist against the wheelchair armrest, producing a dull thud.
Second Brother rushed over upon hearing the commotion.
Listening to Qin Si's account, he furrowed his brow, lost in thought.
The experience of being deceived by a close friend left him in agony. Was Leonard also behind this?
He recalled how Leonard had once urged him to collaborate with that "close friend." Was everything a meticulously crafted trap?
His expression shifted between dark and light, as if he were undergoing a fierce internal struggle.
He bit down on his lips, striving to suppress the unease and fear within.
Brother San soon arrived as well.
Hearing what Qin Si had recounted, he frustratedly hit his head.
He had always believed that his lack of Magical Talent was the reason for his stagnation in cultivation.
Could it be that all of this was Leonard deliberately misleading him, causing him to neglect his training?
He regretted it deeply, wishing he could slap himself.
He remembered how Leonard had once "kindly" advised him to give up cultivation and learn other skills. Was this all to weaken his strength?
The atmosphere in the room became exceptionally oppressive, with everyone lost in their own thoughts.
Luna quietly nestled in Aelia's embrace, her large black eyes, like obsidian, sparkling with wisdom.
Aelia took a deep breath, striving to maintain her composure.
She looked at Luna.
Could it… could all of this be true?
With a trembling voice, she asked, “Luna… is this… all true?”
Luna did not answer but instead pointed with her little finger at another passage in the ancient text about Iris. “Mother, look, it says here…”
Qin Si's eyes widened like saucers, her chest heaving violently as if it might burst at any moment.
Her slender fingers gripped the ancient text tightly, knuckles turning white as the bones creaked under pressure.
She could hardly believe that the Lord she had served for so many years—the man who appeared so gentle and refined—could be so despicable and shameless!
A surge of hot blood rushed to her head, and Qin Si felt as if she were suffocating.
She suddenly lifted her head, her gaze fierce and her tone resolute: “Madam, let me go! Let me gather more evidence of Leonard's betrayal!” She was filled with righteous indignation, like a warrior ready to charge into battle, determined to expose Leonard's crimes to the world.
Aelia looked at Qin Si.
In this turbulent moment, Qin Si's unwavering support undoubtedly gave her immense strength.
She gently patted Qin Si's hand and said softly, “Qin Si, be careful. Leonard is cunning; we must tread carefully.”
At that moment, a clear voice came from the doorway, "Mother, I want to go too!" It was Lucius, the Third Young Master of the Glorious Demon Fortress, striding confidently into the room.
He was tall and imposing, with a determined gleam in his eyes.
He approached Aelia and knelt on one knee, his tone resolute: "Mother, I know everything. I choose to stand with you and Luna to face Leonard's betrayal together!"
Lucius's words struck like thunder in the room.
His older brother, Second Brother, and Brother San were all taken aback; they hadn't expected the usually low-key Lucius to declare his stance at this moment.
Luna blinked her big eyes as she looked at Lucius.
Aelia gazed at Lucius.
His involvement undoubtedly injected new strength into the beleaguered Magic Castle.
She reached out and gently stroked Lucius's hair, saying softly, "Thank you, Xiusi. With your words, Mother can rest easy."
Thus, a new Exploration Team was officially formed, consisting of Luna, Aelia, Qin Si, and Lucius.
They decided to start by investigating Leonard's study in search of more evidence regarding his betrayal.
As night fell, the Magic Castle was shrouded in an air of mystery.
Moonlight streamed through the windows, casting dappled light and shadow on the floor.
The Exploration Team cautiously infiltrated Leonard's study.
The room was filled with a faint scent of ink, and bookshelves lined with various tomes gave it an ancient and elegant feel.
With her knowledge of the original plot, Luna quickly located a dark compartment.
She reached out her chubby little hand and pressed gently; the dark compartment opened with a click.
Inside was a thick Family Ledger, with the words "Secret Account" written on the cover.
Qin Si quickly picked up the Family Ledger and began to flip through it carefully.
As she read, she murmured, "Magic Crystal Trade… Shadow Organization… massive fund transfers…" Each entry was shocking, revealing irrefutable evidence of Leonard's betrayal.
Just then, a sudden sound of footsteps came from outside the door. This was bad! Someone was coming!
Lucius immediately positioned himself at the door, drawing Leonard's Sword and preparing for battle.
Eldest Brother, Second Brother, and Brother San also took out their magic wands, ready to fight.
The door was suddenly pushed open, and several men in black rushed in.
They were Leonard's confidants, sent to stop the Exploration Team's actions.
A fierce battle erupted instantly.
Lucius displayed his superb swordsmanship, moving like a black lightning bolt among the attackers.
Eldest Brother, Second Brother, and Brother San worked in perfect harmony, casting various powerful spells.
Fireball, Ice Arrow, Lightning Spell… The colorful magical lights illuminated the study as brightly as daylight.
Luna hid behind Aelia, her big eyes fixed on the battlefield, her small face filled with tension.
She knew that this battle was crucial for their destiny and for the future of the entire Magic Castle.
After a fierce struggle, the Exploration Team ultimately succeeded in repelling Leonard's confidants through their unity.
However, they understood that this was just the beginning.
Leonard would not give up easily; greater challenges lay ahead.
Leonard was furious upon learning of the actions of the Exploration Team.
He never expected that Aelia would dare to challenge his authority.
He dispatched more Confidants to secretly monitor every move of the Exploration Team.
Luna sensed the danger keenly.
She felt as if a pair of eyes was watching them from the shadows.
This made her uneasy, but she did not back down.
She knew she had to continue seeking the truth and expose Leonard's crimes.
Luna tugged at Aelia's hem and whispered, "Mother, I feel... someone is watching us..."
Aelia's expression darkened as she scanned their surroundings, alertly observing the environment.
She knew Luna's instincts were usually spot on.
It seemed that Leonard had already begun to act.
"Everyone be careful!" Aelia whispered, "We must be more cautious."
The Exploration Team continued their search within the Magic Castle, looking for more evidence of Leonard's betrayal.
They moved stealthily through the corridors, each step as light as a feather.
The air was thick with tension, as if it were the calm before a storm.
Just as they were about to uncover crucial evidence, Lucius suddenly halted in his tracks.
His face was grave, his gaze fixed intently ahead, and he spoke in a low voice:...
Lucius suddenly stopped in his tracks.
His expression was grave, and his gaze was fixed ahead as he said in a low voice, “Something’s not right; there’s a Magical Fluctuation!” The magical energy in the air, which had been barely perceptible, now surged like boiling water, thick enough to almost solidify, pressing down on everyone’s nerves.
Before he finished speaking, a blinding Blood Red light erupted, tearing through the dark night sky.
Seething energy burst forth like a volcanic eruption, carrying a destructive force that charged straight towards the Exploration Team!
“Watch out!” Aelia exclaimed, quickly pulling Luna behind her while hastily conjuring a Magic Shield.
However, this sudden attack was overwhelmingly powerful, far beyond her expectations.
The Magic Shield trembled under the impact of the Blood Red light, emitting a painful screech as if it were about to shatter at any moment.
Lucius's older brother, Second Brother, and Brother San also sprang into action, casting their spells in an attempt to fend off the terrifying assault.
Yet their magic was swallowed up instantly by the Blood Red light, unable to provide any resistance whatsoever.
“It’s a Forbidden Spell!” Second Brother said, his face pale and voice trembling. “Has Leonard lost his mind? How dare he use a Forbidden Spell in the Magic Castle!”
The Blood Red light drew closer, the scorching energy beginning to sear their skin as the air filled with the smell of burning.
Everyone felt it hard to breathe, as if they were trapped in a massive furnace.
In this critical moment, Lucius let out a powerful Ailya's Roar. His magical energy surged wildly as Leonard's Sword in hand burst forth with dazzling light.
He swung Leonard's Sword, tracing intricate Tracks before him to form an indestructible Sword Qi Barrier.
The Sword Qi Barrier collided violently with the Blood Red light, producing a deafening explosion.
A powerful Black Magic Shockwave radiated outward, toppling all nearby tables and bookshelves to the ground.
The entire room shook violently as if it were on the verge of collapsing.
Lucius gritted his teeth, desperately maintaining the Sword Qi Barrier.
Sweat beads formed on his forehead, his face pale as paper, and his body trembled slightly.
He knew that if the Sword Qi Barrier was breached, they would all be doomed.
Suddenly, a faint crack appeared on the Sword Qi Barrier.
The crack quickly widened, spreading like a spider web.
"Not good!" Lucius let out a desperate roar.
"Crack!"
The Sword Qi Barrier shattered completely, and a blood-red light instantly engulfed everything...
Aelia held Luna tightly, closing her eyes as she awaited the arrival of death.
Suddenly, she felt Luna stir in her arms.
"Mother..." Luna said in a baby voice.
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