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Luna knew that merely exposing Leonard's betrayal was far from enough to save the Glorious Demon Fortress from its doomed fate. She had to help her family, those relatives who had been struggling in the quagmire of Destiny, reclaim their lost brilliance. Now was the time for action.
Her clear eyes sparkled with determination as her small figure darted through the empty corridor. The first thing she needed to do was to see her elder brother. His room always carried a faint scent of herbs, a result of years spent trying to alleviate the pain caused by the Magic Backlash.
The door was tightly shut, as if it sealed away his once hopeful heart. Luna gently pushed the door open and stepped inside. The room was dimly lit, and her brother sat alone by the window, his back turned to the entrance, his silhouette appearing particularly desolate. He seemed to have grown accustomed to the darkness and solitude.
“Brother,” Luna called softly.
He flinched slightly at the sound of her voice and slowly turned around. His face bore no expression, his eyes vacant and numb, as if he had lost interest in everything around him.
“Luna? What are you doing here?” His voice was low and hoarse, sounding as if he hadn’t spoken in ages.
Luna approached him, looking up with utmost seriousness. “Brother, I know how to lift the Magic Backlash Curse that afflicts you.”
He shook his head, a hint of mockery lacing his tone. “Lift the curse? Impossible. I’ve tried countless methods over the years with no effect. You’re just a child; don’t speak such naive words.”
Luna didn’t feel discouraged; she understood that her brother’s heart had closed off and needed sufficient strength to break through. She spoke slowly, “Brother, I know you were once a Genius Mage, your talent unmatched. But after an unfortunate magical experiment led to the Magic Backlash, you’ve been unable to rise again. You’ve lived in pain and despair, believing there is no hope left for you, haven’t you?”
His body trembled slightly at her words; he remained silent, but pain flickered in his eyes.
“But brother,” Luna continued, “you are wrong! You still have hope! I know of an Ancient Magic Ritual that can lift the curse from you and restore your magical abilities.”
“What? An Ancient Magic Ritual?” A glimmer of excitement finally sparked in his eyes as he grasped Luna's thin shoulders urgently. “Do you really know? Where is it? Tell me quickly!”
Luna nodded and spoke softly, “This Magic Ritual requires a special Magic Material—Moonlight Grass—and must be accompanied by specific Spells and gestures. I already know all of this; I can tell you.”
His breathing grew urgent as he fixed his gaze on Luna, afraid of missing any detail. It had been far too long since he felt hope; this feeling excited yet terrified him.
Luna detailed the method to lift the curse for her brother, including where to gather Moonlight Grass, how to recite the Spell, and the techniques for performing the gestures. She understood what this information meant for him and hoped to help him regain his confidence and strength.
Her brother listened intently, committing every word to memory as if afraid to overlook any detail. He could hardly wait to try this Magic Ritual; he longed to feel the power of magic again and escape from this endless pain and despair.
The next day, he ventured alone to the location where Moonlight Grass grew. It was a hidden valley located behind the Glorious Demon Fortress, perpetually shrouded in thick mist and rarely visited by anyone.
Following Luna's instructions, the elder brother found the Moonlight Grass and began the Magic Ritual according to specific steps. He recited the Ancient Spell, performing complex gestures as a powerful Magical Power surged within him. As the ritual progressed, the pain he felt gradually diminished, and the negative effects of the Magic Backlash slowly faded away. His complexion began to brighten, and his eyes regained their former sparkle.
Finally, as the last traces of darkness dissipated from him, he successfully lifted the curse of the Magic Backlash! He felt the surging Magical Power within him, overwhelmed with emotion and tears of joy streaming down his face. He looked up to the sky and shouted Chang Xiao, his voice echoing through the valley as if releasing all the repression and pain he had endured over the years. He had succeeded! He truly had succeeded! He had reclaimed his power!
The transformation of the elder brother brought a glimmer of hope to the Glorious Demon Fortress. Everyone witnessed his change and felt the powerful energy radiating from him. They began to believe that perhaps there was still a chance for the Glorious Demon Fortress, that they might escape their doomed Destiny.
Luna watched her elder brother reignite his fighting spirit, feeling an immense sense of relief within her. She knew this was just the beginning; she had more plans to implement. Next, Luna sought out her Second Brother.
In his room, a sense of despair hung heavily in the air. He had locked himself away for days, refusing to eat or drink, avoiding any interaction with others. Deeply hurt by his friend's betrayal, he felt he had lost everything—his hope along with it.
Luna entered the room and found her Second Brother lying on the bed, staring blankly at the ceiling. His face was pale and haggard, looking extremely weak. "Second Brother," Luna gently called out.
He stirred slightly at her voice and turned his head to see Luna standing in the doorway. She approached him and softly said, "Second Brother, I know you feel deeply pained by your friend's betrayal."
His body trembled slightly as he gritted his teeth and hoarsely replied, "Don't mention him! I don't want to hear his name!"
Luna nodded in understanding. She knew that healing from such pain would take time; she wouldn't force him to accept it before he was ready. "Second Brother," she continued softly, "I know you are hurting right now, but you can't stay like this forever. You have your family; you have a future ahead of you. You can't give up on your life because of someone who betrayed you."
Luna pressed on gently, "I understand your friend deceived you; he exploited your trust and stole your Magic Research Results. But you cannot let that define you or abandon your dreams because of it. You must believe in yourself and your abilities—you can rise again; you can surpass him!"
Her words struck like lightning, piercing through the darkness in Second Brother's heart. He sat up abruptly, gripping Luna's thin shoulders tightly as he asked urgently, "Is what you're saying true? Can I really stand up again? Can I truly surpass him?"
Luna replied with conviction, "Of course! Second Brother, you are an incredibly talented Mage; your gifts are unmatched. You are merely trapped temporarily; once you find a way out of this predicament, you will surely reclaim your brilliance!"
Luna's words provided great encouragement to Second Brother, reigniting a spark of hope within him. He began to seriously contemplate his situation and sought a way to escape the Magic Dilemma. Seeing Second Brother regain his spirits filled Luna with immense satisfaction. She knew that as long as he could rediscover his confidence and strength, he would surely overcome all obstacles.
Afterward, Luna sought out her Brother San. His room was cluttered with various Ancient Grimoires and experimental equipment, as he immersed himself in magical research, indifferent to everything else. He believed that his strong Magical Talent meant he could achieve success without diligent practice.
As Luna entered the room, she found Brother San deeply focused on studying a complex Magic Circle. His face radiated confidence, as if he had already grasped the essence of magic. "Brother San," Luna called softly.
Brother San looked up and saw Luna standing at the door. She approached him and said gently, "Brother San, I know you think your Magical Talent is sufficient for success without hard work. But you're mistaken!"
A frown crossed Brother San's face as he replied, "What do you mean? My Magical Talent is innate; I don't need to toil like others to master various spells easily. This is my advantage, don’t you see?"
Luna shook her head and said earnestly, "Brother San, while Magical Talent is important, diligent practice is even more crucial. If you rely solely on your gifts without putting in the effort, you'll eventually stagnate or even regress. True masters of magic achieve success through continuous effort and practice."
Her words struck Brother San like a hammer, awakening him from his complacency. He began to reflect on his behavior and realized he had indeed been overly reliant on his talent while neglecting the importance of hard work.
Luna continued, "Brother San, I know you're very interested in magical research, but you can't focus solely on theoretical study; you must also emphasize practical application. Only through constant practice can you truly grasp the essence of magic and become a real master."
After a long silence, Brother San finally looked up and said earnestly, "You're right; I've been too arrogant. From now on, I will work hard at my practice and pay more attention to practical experience. I will become a true master of magic!"
Seeing the determined light in Brother San's eyes brought Luna great comfort. She knew that as long as he recognized his shortcomings and worked to correct them, he would surely achieve greater accomplishments.
Having helped the Three Brothers regain their confidence, Luna then turned her attention to Leonard. She instructed Maid Qin Si to secretly gather evidence of Leonard's betrayal. Qin Si was Aelia's most trusted servant and very loyal; she would surely carry out Luna's task diligently.
At the same time, Luna subtly hinted at Aelia about Leonard's suspicious behavior. She understood that Aelia was an intelligent and perceptive woman; with just a little suggestion, she would start to notice.
Indeed, under Luna's hints, Aelia began to harbor doubts about Leonard. She started paying attention to his movements, observing his expressions, and analyzing his words. A sense of unease crept into her heart; she felt that Leonard was hiding something from her.
Qin Si quietly presented the gathered evidence to Aelia. As Aelia looked at the evidence in hand, her face turned pale and her body trembled. She could hardly believe that the husband she had loved so dearly had betrayed her… Qin Si stealthily entered Aelia's room, tightly clutching a letter with white knuckles.
The room was filled with a faint fragrance, yet it could not mask the heavy atmosphere in the air. Aelia sat by the window, gazing at the blooming roses outside, her eyes vacant as if she had lost focus.
Qin Si approached Aelia's side and gently called out, "Madam..."
Aelia slowly turned her head, fatigue evident in her gaze. "Qin Si, it's you."
Qin Si took a deep breath and handed Aelia the letter in his hand. "Madam, this is... about Lord..."
Aelia took the letter, casting a puzzled glance at Qin Si before slowly unfolding it. The tiny inscriptions on the magic letter were delicate yet sharp, stabbing into Aelia's heart like a knife.
The letter detailed the correspondence between Leonard and his concubine, even including an image of their illegitimate child. The child's features bore a striking resemblance to Leonard.
Aelia's hands trembled as the letterhead rustled softly, as if weeping. Her complexion gradually turned pale, and her lips lost their color. She bit down hard on her lower lip, struggling to hold back her tears.
Years of love flashed through Aelia's mind like a revolving lantern—Leonard's gentle smile, his affectionate embrace—once intoxicating, now transformed into the sharpest weapon that left her utterly wounded.
She felt her world collapsing; once solid beliefs shattered into pieces that could never be reassembled.
"No... this can't be..." Aelia murmured to herself, her voice trembling violently.
She could not accept this reality; she would rather believe it was all a nightmare.
"Madam..." Qin Si looked at Aelia with concern.
Suddenly, Aelia stood up abruptly, letting the letterhead slip from her hand and fall to the ground like withering petals. She stumbled towards the door and flung it open, rushing outside.
She needed to find Leonard; she had to confront him!
Aelia burst into Leonard's study and saw him leisurely seated in a chair, reading a book as if nothing had happened.
"Leonard!" Aelia's voice trembled with anger and despair.
Leonard looked up, startled by Aelia's furious demeanor; a flicker of panic crossed his face. "Aelia, what's wrong?"
"What do you mean what's wrong? Look at this!" Aelia picked up the letterhead from the floor and threw it forcefully at Leonard's face.
His expression turned pale in an instant as he hastily grabbed the letterhead and scanned it quickly.
"This... this is all a misunderstanding..." Leonard attempted to defend himself.
"A misunderstanding? You dare call this a misunderstanding! What more do you have to explain?" Aelia's anger erupted uncontrollably as she pointed an accusing finger at Leonard.
"I... I..." Leonard stammered, unable to articulate his thoughts.
"What face do you have left to say you love me? You've deceived me for so many years; what do you take me for?" Tears streamed down Aelia's face as her heart felt like it was being torn apart by knives.
The argument in the study shook the entire Glorious Demon Fortress.
Eldest Brother, Second Brother, and Brother San rushed over upon hearing the commotion. They saw Mother crying so sorrowfully while Father stood silently to the side, and they immediately understood what had happened.
“Father, why did you do this?” Eldest Brother questioned angrily.
“Do you even care about Mother?” Second Brother joined in the questioning.
“Where are we supposed to put our faces as brothers?” Brother San couldn't help but add.
Leonard looked at his three sons with their angry eyes, filled with regret and guilt. Aelia felt a bit comforted by her family's support. She wiped her tears and looked at her three sons, saying firmly, “Children, don’t worry. I will handle this matter.”
Lucius also arrived upon hearing the news, filled with inner turmoil at the family’s upheaval. He didn’t know what to do; on one hand was Father’s fault, and on the other was the future of the family. He walked up to Aelia and bowed deeply, saying, “Mother, I will help you and Luna stabilize the situation in Magic Castle.”
Aelia looked at Lucius's determined eyes, feeling a sense of relief in her heart. She knew that the future of Glorious Demon Fortress was now entrusted to these children.
Luna stood quietly to the side, observing everything with deep and calm eyes. “Qin Si,” Luna said softly, “go fetch my Magic Notebook.”
Qin Si paused for a moment before nodding and turning to leave the study.
The winter wind whipped through every corner of Glorious Demon Fortress like countless icy needles. Wrapped in a thick Velvet Blanket, Luna's big dark eyes sparkled with an unexpected cunning for her age. Who would have thought that this delicately carved infant was actually a soul from another world?
“Young Miss, please be careful not to catch a cold,” Qin Si followed closely behind Luna, afraid that this little ancestor might trip or fall.
Ever since Luna arrived, the entire Magic Castle seemed to have been infused with new vitality, especially Lady Aelia, whose smile had brightened considerably.
Speaking of Aelia, she was truly a beauty worthy of pity. In her prime, she was a renowned Genius Mage who married Leonard; it should have been a match made in heaven. But who would have thought that Leonard was a hypocrite who secretly kept a Concubine and sought to exploit Aelia's family power? It was truly despicable!
Luna secretly spat in her heart; she could not allow Aelia to repeat the same mistakes. In the Original story, Aelia was tragically killed by Leonard and that Concubine working together—how awful!
“Sister Qin Si, I want to see Mother,” Luna said in her baby voice while plotting in her mind. It was time for Aelia to see Leonard's true colors; better to suffer a short pain than a long one!
In Aelia's chamber, the warmth felt like spring. She sat in front of the grooming table, staring blankly into the mirror. The woman reflected back was still exquisite, but there were hints of fatigue at the corners of her eyes and brows.
"Madam, Young Miss has arrived," Qin Si reported softly.
Aelia snapped back to reality, her face instantly brightening with a smile. "Luna is here! Quickly, let her come to me."
Luna dashed into Aelia's arms, wrapping her small hands tightly around her neck. "Mother, Luna loves you the most."
Aelia was amused by her daughter's dependence and gently pinched her little cheek. "Mother loves Luna the most too."
"Mother, let me tell you something! I saw Father with a beautiful sister yesterday..." Luna deliberately elongated her words, eager to see Aelia's reaction.
Sure enough, Aelia's smile froze, and her gaze dimmed slightly. "Luna, children shouldn't speak carelessly."
"I'm not lying! I really saw it!" Luna insisted anxiously, afraid that Aelia wouldn't believe her. "That sister even fed Father some snacks!"
Aelia fell silent; she knew that Luna wouldn't say such things without reason. In truth, she had sensed something was off with Leonard for a while now but had been unwilling to accept it.
"Mother..." Luna called softly, feeling a pang of hurt in her heart. She understood that Aelia must be feeling very upset.
"Be good, Luna. Mother is fine," Aelia forced a smile, but inside, a storm was brewing. She needed to think carefully about what to do next.
Meanwhile, in another part of the Glorious Demon Fortress, Leonard was embracing a seductive woman, laughing triumphantly. "That foolish woman Aelia thinks I only have her in my heart! Once I gain control over her family's power, I'll kick her aside!"
Unbeknownst to him, his scheme had already been seen through by a pair of innocent eyes. The winds of change were about to sweep through the Glorious Demon Fortress...
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