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墨書 Inktalez
In the air of the Glorious Demon Fortress, a peculiar scent lingered.
It was a blend of the acrid smell of Sulfur and the sweet fragrance of hope, two starkly different aromas intertwining to herald a monumental transformation for this ancient stronghold.
Luna's clear, large eyes sparkled with wisdom beyond her years.
She babbled excitedly to her brother, who sat in a Wheelchair, her small hand constantly pointing toward a long-forgotten ancient tome in the corner of the study.
Her brother, once the most brilliant Genius Mage of the Glorious Demon Fortress, had become disabled in both legs due to a Magic Backlash, leaving him in a state of despair ever since.
He followed Luna's finger and looked curiously at the ancient book.
The Forbidden Technique Breakthrough Compendium?
What could be so special about this book that he had sealed away for years?
“Wow! Yi Ya!” Luna exclaimed, her face flushed with urgency as she gestured wildly to convey her thoughts.
Aelia approached gently, picking up Luna and softly asking, “Luna, do you want your brother to look at this book?”
Luna nodded vigorously, her dark Eyes filled with anticipation.
After a moment of hesitation, her brother finally reached for the ancient tome and slowly opened it.
The Yellowed Pages emitted an ancient Moldy Smell, filled with various methods to break Forbidden Techniques.
As he flipped through the pages, suddenly his gaze froze on one particular page, his entire body trembling as if struck by lightning.
“Using blood as a guide, using souls as offerings, reversing the Magic Circle…” he murmured to himself. What was recorded here was indeed a method to break the Magic Backlash Curse afflicting him!
He suddenly raised his head and looked at Luna, a swaddled infant. How could she possibly know the method to break this Forbidden Technique?
"Luna, how do you know this?" His elder brother's voice trembled with excitement.
Luna laughed joyfully, her little hands clapping as if to say, "I know, I know!"
Taking a deep breath, he tried to calm his racing heart.
He decided to give it a shot; after all, his situation couldn't get any worse.
He instructed Qin Si to prepare the altar and the necessary materials, then began to reverse the Magic Circle according to the method outlined in the book.
The entire process was fraught with danger; one misstep could lead to disaster.
But in order to rid himself of this damned curse and stand tall once more, he was willing to take that risk!
As time ticked by, beads of sweat formed on his forehead, and his face grew pale.
Suddenly, a blinding light erupted from the Magic Circle, illuminating the entire room.
"Ah!" He let out a pained scream as his body shook violently.
He felt as though his soul was being torn apart, an unbearable agony consuming him.
Aelia held Luna tightly, anxious that she might be harmed.
Qin Si watched his elder brother intently, his palms sweating with worry.
The light gradually faded, and the eldest brother slowly stood up. His Twin Legs had regained sensation!
"I... I can stand up!" he exclaimed excitedly, stomping his feet to feel the strength coursing through his Twin Legs.
He really stood up!
He had finally broken free from the curse that had tormented him for years!
"I did it! I did it!" The eldest brother joyfully lifted Luna and planted a kiss on her small Pink face.
"Luna, thank you! Thank you!"
Luna laughed, her little hands wrapping around the eldest brother's neck as she proudly swayed back and forth.
His recovery brought hope to the entire family.
Everyone witnessed Luna's wisdom and miraculous abilities.
This tiny infant seemed like an angel sent from heaven to save them.
In Second Brother's study, a stifling atmosphere lingered.
He sat at his desk, his face Pale and his gaze hollow.
He had been deceived by his most trusted friend, trapped in a complex Magic Contract from which he could not escape.
"Cough cough..." Second Brother coughed painfully, a trickle of blood escaping from the corner of his mouth.
He felt his life force gradually slipping away.
Luna was cradled in Aelia's arms, quietly watching Second Brother.
She knew that Second Brother's predicament was not without a solution; he was simply misled by appearances and had not found the correct breakthrough.
"Yi Ya! Wow!" Luna exclaimed, pointing at a parchment on the desk.
Second Brother picked up the parchment in confusion and examined it closely.
It was an ancient Magic Contract, densely filled with complex Spells.
"Are you saying the problem lies in this Contract?" Second Brother asked, furrowing his brow.
Luna nodded vigorously, her dark Eyes filled with certainty.
Second Brother took a deep breath and carefully studied the Contract.
He discovered that although the Contract appeared flawless, it concealed a tiny loophole.
This loophole was very subtle; without careful observation, it would be nearly impossible to detect.
"I see..." Second Brother said. "I understand now; the problem lies here!"
He began to attempt to unravel this loophole, using his Magical Power to gradually erode the constraints of the Contract.
The process was extremely challenging, requiring immense patience and determination.
But in order to escape his predicament and not let Luna down, he was willing to put in every effort!
As the days passed, Second Brother's complexion gradually became more vibrant.
He felt his Magical Power slowly recovering, and his body growing lighter.
Finally, one day, he successfully broke free from the constraints of the Contract and completely escaped his troubles!
"I did it! I did it!" Second Brother exclaimed excitedly, clenching his fists. He looked gratefully at Luna, his heart filled with appreciation.
"Luna, thank you! If it weren't for you, I might never have been able to escape this predicament."
Luna laughed joyfully, clapping her small hands as if to say, "No need to thank me!"
Brother San stood in the training ground, waving his magic wand absentmindedly.
He possessed exceptional Magical Talent and had been the center of attention since childhood.
However, because of his high aptitude, he had become complacent in his training, ultimately causing his strength to stagnate.
"Sigh..." Brother San sighed, tossing aside his wand and sitting down dejectedly.
He felt as if he had lost all motivation to move forward.
Luna was held by Aelia as she walked up to Brother San.
She pointed at Brother San and then at the distant Magic Tower, babbling excitedly.
"Do you want Brother San to go to the Magic Tower to train?" Aelia asked, puzzled.
Luna nodded vigorously, her dark eyes filled with encouragement.
Brother San looked at Luna, a wave of shame suddenly washing over him.
Even a swaddled infant knows to strive for improvement, yet here he was, wallowing in despair. It was truly unacceptable!
"Luna, you're right. I can't go on like this!" Brother San exclaimed as he stood up abruptly, determination reigniting in his eyes.
"I will go to the Magic Tower to train and reclaim my purpose!"
He picked up his magic staff and strode purposefully toward the Magic Tower.
He vowed to train diligently, not to waste his talent, and certainly not to let Luna's expectations down!
Aelia watched the transformation in her three sons with a heart full of joy.
She knew that none of this would have been possible without Luna's influence.
This little infant had not only changed her own destiny but had also altered the fate of the entire family.
However, just as the Glorious Demon Fortress began to regain its vitality, a greater crisis was quietly approaching.
While organizing Leonard's study, Aelia unintentionally discovered a letter.
The letter was filled with sweet words, and My Beloved Nightingale turned out to be…
“Beatrice…” Aelia's hand trembled. Beatrice was Leonard's lover!
The fantasy of years filled with love shattered in an instant, and Aelia felt her inner world collapse.
She couldn't believe that the man who had once sworn eternal love to her had betrayed her!
In a fit of rage, she smashed everything in the study to pieces, the pain and despair in her heart erupting like a volcano, uncontrollable.
“Madam! Madam! What’s wrong?” Qin Si rushed over upon hearing the commotion, concern etched on her face.
Aelia collapsed on the floor, tears streaming down her face like pearls from a broken string.
She clutched Luna tightly, as if trying to draw warmth from her.
“Qin Si… he… he betrayed me…” Aelia choked out, her voice filled with despair.
Qin Si gently helped Aelia up, speaking softly to comfort her. “Madam, please don’t be upset. There must be some misunderstanding.”
“Misunderstanding? No, this is not a misunderstanding!” Aelia shook her head in agony.
“I saw his letter with my own eyes. He… he has a woman outside!”
Qin Si was stunned, unable to believe that Leonard could do such a thing.
“Madam, please calm down. Let’s think carefully about what we should do next…” Qin Si said softly, but Aelia could no longer hear any words.
She slowly lifted her head,
"I will make him pay! I will make him pay for his betrayal!" Aelia said through gritted teeth, her voice filled with determination.
Qin Si looked at Aelia, her heart heavy with worry. She knew that once Aelia made up her mind, she would go to any lengths to achieve her goal.
"Madam, what do you plan to do?" Qin Si asked cautiously.
A dangerous glint flashed in Aelia's eyes as she caressed Luna, whispering, "I want him to know what the consequences of betraying me will be..." The shattered porcelain, the torn painting of Tear, and the scattered books all spoke of Aelia's inner turmoil.
Tears blurred her vision as she held Luna tightly in her arms, as if the child were her only lifeline.
The air was filled with a faint Rose Scent, Aelia's favorite fragrance, which now felt particularly ironic, like a carefully woven lie that had been ruthlessly torn apart.
"Madam, please don't do this," Qin Si knelt beside Aelia, gently wiping the tears from her face. "Lord may have just been momentarily confused; you must take care of yourself." Qin Si's voice trembled; she could hardly imagine how fragile her usually elegant and noble mistress appeared at that moment.
Aelia seemed not to hear Qin Si's comforting words, repeating over and over, "Betrayal... he actually betrayed me..." Her voice was broken and despairing, like a wounded cub sobbing helplessly.
As time passed slowly, Aelia's emotions gradually began to settle.
She slowly lifted her head; the softness in her eyes had transformed into a burning fury.
Taking a deep breath, she struggled to suppress the pain within her and spoke in a low yet resolute tone: "Qin Si, help me up."
Qin Si quickly assisted Aelia to her feet, her movements gentle and careful.
Aelia stood up and surveyed the disheveled study. She walked slowly to the grooming table and picked up a piece of silk, meticulously wiping away the traces of tears from her face.
"Crying won't solve anything," Aelia's voice was calm and cold, as if she had transformed into a different person. "I need to stay composed. I must make him understand that the price of betraying me is one he cannot bear!"
Aelia's fingertip traced the cold surface of the mirror, reflecting her determined face.
She knew this was not the time for sorrow; she had to make the right choice for herself, for Luna, and for the entire Magic Castle.
"Qin Si," Aelia turned around, her gaze sharp as a blade, "from now on, seal off the entire study. No one is to enter. Also, keep a close watch on Leonard's every move. I want to know what he does each day and who he meets."
"Yes, ma'am!" Qin Si immediately complied.
Aelia walked to the window, gazing at the towering Magic Castle in the distance, her heart filled with complex emotions.
She had once loved this man deeply, giving everything for him.
Yet his betrayal had completely shattered her illusions about love.
"Leonard," Aelia silently repeated his name, her voice cold and filled with killing intent. "Just wait; I will make you regret this!"
Outside the study, Leonard's heartbeat thundered like a drum, deafening in its intensity.
He stood at the door, listening to the sounds of shattering coming from within, his face pale as paper.
He knew Aelia must have discovered that letter.
"Damn it! How could I be so careless!" Leonard cursed himself inwardly for his foolishness.
He had thought Aelia was completely in the dark, but he never expected her to be so perceptive.
Cold sweat soaked his clothes, and he felt waves of dizziness wash over him.
He knew that once Aelia grasped the evidence of his betrayal, his position and power would be in jeopardy.
"I can't just sit here and wait for my doom!" Leonard gritted his teeth; he had to find a way to cover up the truth and stabilize the situation.
Taking a deep breath, he forced a smile and pushed open the door to the study.
"Aelia, what are you doing?" Leonard asked, feigning surprise, his voice trembling slightly.
Aelia looked at him coldly, saying nothing as she silently pointed to the torn pieces of a letter on the floor.
Leonard followed her gaze and was immediately engulfed by despair.
He knew it was all over.
"Aelia, let me explain," Leonard rushed forward, trying to grasp Aelia's hand, but she ruthlessly shook him off.
"Explain? What is there to explain?" Aelia's voice was icy and piercing. "Leonard, I must have been blind to fall in love with someone like you!"
Leonard's face turned even paler.
"Aelia, I admit I was confused and made a mistake," Leonard's voice carried a hint of pleading. "But I love you; I don't want to lose you!"
"Love me? Is your so-called love nothing but betrayal?" Aelia retorted with a cold laugh.
Leonard was left speechless.
"Aelia, what do you want from me?" Leonard asked helplessly.
"I want you to leave!" Aelia's voice was as cold as ice, devoid of any warmth.
Leonard's body swayed slightly, as if struck by a heavy blow.
He knew he had completely lost Aelia.
Silently, he turned and left the study, his back appearing incredibly desolate.
The atmosphere in the Glorious Demon Fortress became unusually tense, as if a suffocating air enveloped the space.
Lucius keenly sensed this change.
"Qin Si," Lucius intercepted the hurriedly passing Qin Si, concern etched on his face. "What’s happening in the fortress? I feel like something is off."
Qin Si hesitated for a moment but eventually recounted the events to Lucius.
Upon hearing it, Lucius was instantly shocked.
His once-respected Father had betrayed his Mother!
"What about Mother now?" Lucius asked anxiously.
"She is very sad, but she is strong," Qin Si replied. "She is trying to find a way to cope."
Lucius took a deep breath.
"Qin Si, tell Mother that I stand by her side. I will do everything I can to help her through this difficult time." Lucius's voice was firm and resolute.
Qin Si looked at Lucius with gratitude, nodded, and turned to leave.
Lucius walked to Mother’s room and gently knocked on the door.
“Mother, may I come in?” Lucius asked softly.
“Come in,” Aelia's voice sounded weary.
Lucius pushed the door open and entered the room. He saw Mother sitting by the window, her expression haggard.
“Mother,” Lucius said as he approached Aelia, “I know what has happened. I support you, and I will do everything I can to help you.”
Aelia lifted her head and looked at her son.
“Lucius, thank you,” Aelia said softly. “I know you are a responsible child.”
“Mother, don’t worry. I won’t let you down,” Lucius replied firmly.
From that day on, Lucius began assisting Aelia with the affairs of Magic Castle.
With his wisdom and abilities, he alleviated much of Aelia's burden.
Just as everyone at Magic Castle united to face the internal crisis, a mysterious force of Dark Magic was quietly approaching.
This force lurked like a venomous snake in the shadows, ready to strike a fatal blow at any moment.
An unsettling atmosphere permeated the forest surrounding Magic Castle.
The trees had withered, the land turned blackened, and a faint stench of decay hung in the air.
A group of mysterious figures clad in black Magic Robes moved stealthily through the forest.
Their faces were concealed by masks, hiding their true identities.
“Leader, we are nearing the Glorious Demon Fortress,” one of the cloaked figures whispered. “When shall we strike?”
“Not yet,” a Raspy Voice replied, belonging to the leader of the cloaked figures. “We must wait until cracks appear within their ranks before delivering a fatal blow. At that time, the entire Glorious Demon Fortress will belong to us!”
The cloaked figures erupted into sinister laughter as the Defensive Barrier of their Magic Castle began to exhibit unusual fluctuations.
The Magic Runes on the barrier dimmed, as if they were on the verge of collapse.
“Not good! The barrier is showing anomalies!” a Mage responsible for guarding the barrier shouted in panic.
Alarm bells echoed throughout the Magic Castle, sending waves of unease among everyone present.
At that moment, Aelia and Lucius were discussing strategies when Qin Si rushed in hastily.
“Madam, it’s bad! The barrier of the Magic Castle is malfunctioning; it seems dark magic is eroding it!” Qin Si exclaimed in distress.
Aelia and Lucius exchanged glances, both seeing concern reflected in each other's eyes.
“It seems we truly face troubles both inside and out,” Aelia sighed, her voice heavy with fatigue.
"Mother, we cannot sit idly by; we must find a way to respond," Lucius said firmly.
"I know," Aelia nodded, her eyes rekindling with determination.
At that moment, Aelia suddenly felt a pang of anxiety, as if something ominous was about to happen.
She held Luna tightly.
"Mother, what's wrong?" Lucius asked with concern.
Aelia shook her head, remaining silent.
Her gaze was fixed on the distance, where a dark presence was rapidly approaching.
Lucius followed Aelia's gaze and felt a wave of unease wash over him.
He knew that a new crisis was about to unfold.
"Prepare for battle!" Aelia stood up, her voice resolute and powerful.
"Yes!" Lucius immediately acknowledged the command and turned to leave the room.
Qin Si looked at Aelia with worry and softly asked, "My lady, what should we do?"
Aelia did not respond; her eyes remained locked on the horizon.
"A storm is brewing..." Aelia murmured to herself, her tone filled with apprehension.
Suddenly, Luna furrowed her brows in her arms.
Sunlight streamed through the high windows of the castle, casting a warm glow on the marble floor of the great hall. Luna rubbed her sleepy eyes, welcoming a new day.
Her small hand gripped her staff, and though her tiny frame was delicate, it radiated extraordinary magical power.
As a mere supporting character in a story, she had long since grown weary of being bound by the original plot. Instead, she was determined to change her destiny with her own wisdom.
“Luna, come quickly! Your Second Brother is in trouble again,” Aelia's voice came from one side of the hall, tinged with urgency.
Luna hurried to Aelia's side and noticed her haggard appearance, which made her heart tighten with concern.
“What happened?” Luna asked.
Aelia sighed, “Second Brother has been betrayed by his close friend and is trapped in a Magic Dilemma. Our elder brother has also become weaker due to a Magic Backlash. Luna, can you help them?”
Luna nodded firmly and said, “I will do my best.” She gently waved her staff, and a soft beam of light shot out from Zhang Jian, enveloping both Aelia's elder brother and Second Brother in its glow.
Moments later, the Magic Fluctuation surrounding them gradually calmed down, and color returned to the elder brother's face.
“Alright, they are stabilized for now. But it will take more time to resolve this completely,” Luna whispered, as if reminding herself of something important.
Aelia looked at Luna with gratitude. However, just then, the doors of the great hall were suddenly pushed open, and Leonard's angry voice echoed through the space: “Aelia, do you even know what you're doing?”
A flicker of panic crossed Aelia's face, but she quickly regained her composure. “Leonard, this isn’t the time for such discussions. Luna, keep helping them.”
Luna nodded and continued her spellcasting.
Leonard approached, just as Qin Si rushed into the grand hall, his face pale. "Madam, it's bad news. There's word from outside that Leonard's Concubine has been discovered."
Aelia's expression changed drastically as she looked at Leonard, her eyes filled with pain and anger. "You actually…"
Leonard's face turned ashen; he tried to explain, but Aelia was no longer listening to him.
She turned to Luna and said, "Luna, we must leave here immediately, or we will face even greater danger."
Luna understood that the situation had become exceedingly complicated.
She quickly stowed her staff and followed Aelia and the rest of her family out of the grand hall.
In the courtyard outside, Lucius was already waiting, his eyes filled with unease.
"We need to leave the Glorious Demon Fortress quickly and find a safe place," Lucius whispered.
Aelia nodded, and Luna tightly grasped Aelia's hand, silently praying for their safety through this crisis.
However, unbeknownst to them, the road ahead would not be smooth; a new crisis was brewing in the shadows, waiting for their arrival.
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