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墨書 Inktalez
Luna's little finger pointed to the inconspicuous wooden box in the corner of the study. Though her gesture was small, it carried the commanding presence of a general leading an army, exuding an undeniable authority.
She paused for a moment, a glint of mischief flashing in her eyes, reminiscent of a kitten that had just stolen something savory. "Some... special materials..."
Aelia was captivated by Luna's mysterious demeanor, her unease slightly abated.
She knew that although her daughter was young, she possessed wisdom and decisiveness beyond her years.
"Qin Si, go open that box," Aelia instructed, her tone laced with anticipation.
Qin Si responded promptly, approaching the wooden box and carefully opening it.
The box was not large, containing what appeared to be ordinary letters, a piece of silk cloth, and some small magic accessories.
"Madam, these are..." Qin Si looked at Aelia with confusion.
Luna smiled slightly and said, "Sister Qin Si, take a closer look at those letters and the pattern on that silk cloth."
Following her advice, Qin Si picked up a letter and opened it to read carefully.
Her expression gradually turned pale, and her hands began to tremble.
She then took the piece of silk cloth, noticing an exquisite rose embroidered on it. The rose symbolized passionate love.
"This... this..." Qin Si was too shocked to speak, looking incredulously at Aelia.
Aelia took the letter and the silk cloth from her hands and examined them closely.
The tiny inscriptions on the letter were all too familiar; they were written in the handwriting of her husband, Leonard.
The contents of the letter were unbearable, filled with affection and promises for another woman.
The rose pattern on the Si Pa stung her eyes even more.
That was Leonard's favorite flower; he had said that roses symbolized Aelia's beauty and nobility.
"No... it can't be..." Aelia murmured, unwilling to believe what lay before her.
For years, she had thought she was living in happiness, with a husband who was attentive and caring.
She had always believed they were a match made in heaven, the most important people in each other's lives.
But now, those beautiful illusions were ruthlessly shattered, like soap bubbles popped by a sharp object.
Her complexion turned pale as paper, and her body began to tremble slightly.
A wave of immense sadness and anger surged within her, nearly overwhelming her.
"Leonard... how could you... how could you betray me..." Aelia's voice cracked with despair.
Luna walked over to Aelia and gently embraced her, comforting her in a tender voice, "Mommy, don't be sad. Luna knows you're hurting. But you have to be strong; we can't let the bad people win."
Aelia held Luna tightly, as if grasping a lifeline.
She knew she couldn't fall; she still had children to protect.
"Thank you, Luna... thank you for telling me all of this," Aelia choked out.
Luna shook her head and said, "Mommy, what we need to do now is expose Leonard's true nature and make sure he gets the punishment he deserves."
Aelia nodded, wiping her tears and taking a deep breath. "Alright, let's go find Leonard. I need to confront him about what’s going on!"
With Luna and Qin Si by her side, Aelia stormed into Leonard's study.
Leonard was busy handling official matters when he saw Aelia burst in, his brows furrowing in surprise.
"Aelia, what are you doing? Why are you so angry?" Leonard asked, feigning calmness.
Aelia scoffed, throwing the Letter and Si Pa from In Hand onto Leonard's desk.
"Leonard, take a look at these! What do you think they are?" Aelia's voice was sharp and piercing.
Leonard picked up the Letter and Si Pa, his face turning pale in an instant.
He realized that everything had been exposed.
"Aelia, let me explain. It's not what you think..." Leonard tried to defend himself, but his voice sounded weak and powerless.
"Explain? What more do you want to explain? The evidence is right in front of us; what else is there to say?" Aelia interrupted him angrily.
"I... I..." Leonard stammered, unable to find his words.
He knew he could no longer hide the truth.
"Aelia, I admit I made a mistake. But you have to believe me, the person I love the most is still you!" Leonard suddenly knelt before Aelia, tears streaming down his face.
"Love me? If you truly loved me, you wouldn’t have betrayed me! Leonard, you've disappointed me so much!" Aelia exclaimed, feeling as if her heart was shattering.
"Aelia, I know I was wrong. Please forgive me! I promise I won’t make the same error again!" Leonard pleaded desperately, holding onto Aelia's Twin Legs tightly and refusing to let go.
Aelia forcefully broke free from Leonard's grasp, taking a few steps back to coldly regard him.
“Leonard, it’s over between us. From today onward, you are no longer my husband, and I will no longer be your wife!” Aelia declared decisively, her voice icy and merciless.
With that, Aelia turned and left the study, leaving Leonard alone on the floor, weeping bitterly.
At that moment, Eldest Brother, Second Brother, and Brother San heard the sounds of the argument from the study and hurried over.
Eldest Brother saw Leonard kneeling on the ground and Aelia's furious expression, instantly understanding what had transpired.
“Father, what on earth is going on?” Eldest Brother asked in a deep voice, a hint of worry lacing his words.
Leonard lifted his head to glance at Eldest Brother before lowering it again, remaining silent.
Aelia coldly stated, “Your father has betrayed me; he has another woman outside!”
Upon hearing this, Eldest Brother's face turned ashen.
He had always prioritized the honor of their family, and Leonard's actions were undoubtedly tarnishing that reputation.
“Father, did you really do such a thing?” Eldest Brother asked incredulously.
Leonard remained silent, tacitly acknowledging Aelia's accusation.
Eldest Brother felt a surge of disappointment and anger wash over him.
He never imagined that his own father could commit such a despicable act.
Second Brother was also taken aback by Aelia's words.
He felt disappointment and disdain for Father’s actions.
“Father, I always thought you were an upright person. I never expected you to do something like this!” Second Brother said angrily.
Brother San was somewhat at a loss.
He had always been favored by Leonard, and his impression of Father was still rooted in kindness and warmth.
He couldn’t believe that his Father would betray the family.
“This… this…” Brother San stammered, unable to find the words. He felt as though his worldview was collapsing.
At that moment, Lucius also learned of the situation. He stood not far away, his face dark as he observed everything in the study.
He felt contempt for Leonard’s actions and silently vowed never to become a person like his Father…
Aelia looked at her three sons, her heart filled with mixed emotions.
She knew this incident had a profound impact on them.
However, she had to be strong. For the sake of her children, she needed to carry on.
“Alright, children, I will handle this matter. You all go back now and let me have some time alone,” Aelia said wearily.
Eldest Brother, Second Brother, and Brother San silently left the study, leaving Aelia standing alone in the empty room, tears streaming down her face.
She didn’t know how to move forward or if this family could ever return to what it once was…
“Mother, don’t worry. Everything will be alright,” Luna said softly, tugging at Aelia’s hem.
Aelia looked at Luna, a warm current surging within her.
She knew that she still had this clever and understanding daughter who would accompany her through the tough times.
“Luna, thank you…” Aelia said softly as she hugged Luna tightly.
Luna returned the embrace.
“Mom, Luna will always be by your side,” Luna said gently.
“What do you want to do, Luna? How can I help you?” Aelia asked.
Luna blinked and smiled mysteriously. “What we need to do next is…” She paused, taking Aelia's hand and leading her outside, leaving a phrase drifting in the wind, “…to wait and see…”
Luna's words “to wait and see” were like a small stone thrown into the calm surface of Glorious Demon Fortress, creating ripples that ultimately stirred up a tremendous wave.
The news spread quickly as if it had grown wings, soon reaching Lucius's ears.
He stood alone atop the towering castle, the wind tousling his dark hair, making it rustle like the turmoil within him at that moment.
The majestic walls of Glorious Demon Fortress now appeared to him like a cage, imprisoning his mother and also confining the last shred of respect he held for his father.
He gripped the railings tightly, his knuckles turning white as they creaked under pressure.
Leonard's betrayal was not just an injury to his mother; it was a stain on the family's honor.
He took a deep breath, filled with a chilling coldness, as if he intended to expel both his anger and disappointment.
“Father, you have truly disappointed me,” he whispered, his voice heavy with pain and resolve.
He turned and strode away from the tower.
Aelia locked herself in her room for a whole day and night, refusing to eat or drink, with only Qin Si occasionally coming in to bring her water and food.
The room was filled with a faint scent of incense, but it could not mask the air of sorrow that lingered.
Aelia sat by the window, gazing at the blooming roses outside. Once, they were a Token of Love given to her by Leonard, but now they felt like a bitter joke.
She trembled as she touched the silk handkerchief embroidered with roses. The smooth texture felt as it always had, yet it could no longer soothe the pain in her heart.
Tears fell silently, dripping onto the handkerchief and spreading like her shattered heart.
Finally, she took a deep breath, gripping the handkerchief tightly in her hand. "Leonard, if you lack compassion, don’t blame me for being ungrateful!" She suddenly stood up and threw the handkerchief forcefully to the ground, letting it soak in her tears, just like her trampled love.
Aelia walked out of the room as if she had transformed into a different person.
She was no longer the gentle and virtuous Lady of the Fortress; instead, she had become a powerful and commanding mistress.
She ordered a thorough investigation of the accounts at Magic Castle and reorganized the household's order, replacing those loyal servants of Leonard one by one with people she could trust.
Her decisive actions created an unprecedented atmosphere of tension throughout Magic Castle.
The servants whispered among themselves, discussing fervently, yet no one dared to defy her orders.
Aelia sat at the head of the table, listening to the steward report on various matters. Her gaze was sharp, her tone resolute; every decision showcased her extraordinary wisdom and decisiveness.
She seemed like a sword drawn from its sheath, shining brightly and unstoppable.
At first, Leonard did not take Aelia's actions seriously; he thought she was merely acting out of anger and would calm down in a few days.
However, as Aelia's actions became more resolute and deeper, he began to feel uneasy.
He tried to salvage the situation, explaining to Aelia, apologizing, and even swearing to sever ties with Leonard's Concubine.
Yet, Aelia's attitude was exceptionally firm; she ignored his explanations and apologies. She was like a block of ice, and no matter how hard Leonard tried, he could not melt the coldness in her heart.
Leonard watched Aelia's resolute figure retreating, filled with panic.
He became aware that he had completely lost her and also lost control over the Magic Castle.
He sat down despondently in a chair, covering his face with his hands, letting out a painful sigh.
"What should I do..." he murmured to himself, his voice filled with despair and helplessness.
The power center of the Glorious Demon Fortress was quietly undergoing a change; a storm was brewing, and this was just the beginning...
Luna observed all of this, a slight smile curling at the corners of her mouth, revealing a meaningful expression.
"Mother, this is just the first step..." she whispered, her eyes sparkling with wisdom. "Next, there are even more exciting performances waiting for us..."
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