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The night had not yet fully faded when Aelia hurriedly left the Glorious Demon Fortress with Luna and several children. The morning's Red Glow filtered through the dense treetops, illuminating the urgent footsteps of the group and the faint tension in the air.
Before departing from the Magic Castle, Luna had firmly grasped Aelia's hand, her tone steady and resolute. "Madam, Leonard will surely set a trap; we must be cautious." Aelia nodded, her determination evident as she replied, "No matter what, I will lead the children to change our Destiny." Though her words were firm, a slight tremor in her voice revealed her inner anxiety.
Luna took a deep breath, feeling the warmth of Aelia's palm, and nodded. "I will protect you all; don't worry." Her gaze was unwavering, as if to say she was ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.
The group set off in an atmosphere filled with tension and anticipation. Along the way, Luna occasionally reminded everyone to stay alert to their surroundings. The eldest brother, hindered by a disability from the Magic Backlash, moved slowly but remained steadfast at the front, protecting them in his own way. The Second Brother frequently scanned their surroundings, vigilant for any potential threats. Although Brother San wore an impatient expression, he too had to suppress his usual arrogance and stay alert.
The scenery gradually became desolate; the once vibrant forest now appeared withered, grasslands turned a parched yellow, and rivers ran dry, as if the Magical Energy here had been depleted. Luna understood that this was all a consequence of the recent Magical Catastrophe.
The oppressive environment felt suffocating; chaotic Magical Energy surged around them, sending unsettling waves that quickened their hearts. The group pressed on through this tense atmosphere until they finally reached the Eastern Region.
This area was one of the hardest hit by the Magical Catastrophe; its barren landscape was shocking. Scattered along the roadside were emaciated Refugees, their clothes tattered and many barefoot, their faces covered in dust and grime. Luna couldn't help but frown; she knew these people were once ordinary citizens who had lost their homes and livelihoods due to the catastrophe.
At that moment, a refugee woman stepped forward with several children blocking their path. The woman's eyes held a glimmer of desperation as she trembled and pleaded, "Please, help us! We haven't had food for days; our children are starving."
The Second Brother felt a surge of deep sympathy at this sight. Just as he was about to offer assistance, Brother San pulled him back sharply. Brother San's face was filled with impatience as he coldly remarked, "What are these people? We have enough troubles of our own without taking care of these Refugees." With that, he waved his hand and cast a Little Mage spell; an invisible force pressed down on the Refugees, causing them to feel a sudden suffocation as they stumbled backward.
The Refugee Woman's face turned pale in an instant; yet she couldn't bear to leave. She knew this was their last hope.
Other refugees also crowded around, their eyes filled with a complex mix of emotions—fear and reluctance intertwined.
Luna watched this scene, a surge of complicated feelings rising within her. She knew that although these refugees were poor, they still possessed dignity.
She approached Brother San and calmly said, “Brother San, let’s help them today. Perhaps they can get through this difficult time. They are human too and have the right to live.”
Brother San snorted but did not cast any spells; he merely frowned, waiting for Aelia’s decision.
Aelia glanced at Luna and then at the refugees before finally nodding. “Alright, we’ll share some food with them, but we can’t stay too long. We must keep moving.”
As everyone began distributing food, Luna suddenly sensed an unusual aura approaching from a distance.
She looked up to see a group of refugees seemingly drawn by something, slowly making their way toward them. Luna's heart tightened.
“Everyone be careful,” Luna’s voice was calm yet firm, but just as she finished speaking, the refugees indeed closed in around them again. Luna tightly grasped Aelia's hand, silently praying that they would safely navigate through this crisis.
Suddenly, one of the refugees shouted, “If you give us more food, we’ll take you to a safe place!”
Luna turned to Aelia, her eyes questioning.
Aelia took a deep breath and nodded. “We can give it a try, but we must remain vigilant.”
Luna nodded in agreement, silently resolving to protect her family no matter what happened.
She turned back to the refugees, looking at them with determination as she said, “Alright, we will follow you.”
The group set off again, with the refugees leading the way, but Luna’s heart remained taut with tension.
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