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Luna rubbed her sleepy eyes with her small hands, her curled eyelashes fluttering like tiny fans, casting a faint shadow on her fair cheeks. She looked around, the room filled with the familiar scent of lavender mixed with a hint of magical essence, bringing her immense comfort. A warm ray of sunlight filtered through the gap in the curtains, spilling onto the soft wool carpet, while tiny specks of dust danced in the golden light like ethereal sprites.
She turned over, the soft silk sheets making a gentle rustling sound. In her dreams, she seemed to return to her past life, a world filled with high technology and noise. Yet everything in the magical realm felt so real and vibrant that she was reluctant to leave it behind.
Thoughts of her elder brother surfaced, the unfortunate soul who had been disabled due to a magic backlash, mocked by their kin and abandoned by destiny. A proud smile crept onto Luna's lips as she vividly recalled how she had guided him step by step to break the curse of the magic backlash using her knowledge of the original plot, leading him to win three championships at the magic competition and become the pride of their family. The deafening cheers and dazzling magical lights seemed to flash before her eyes once more.
Then there was her second brother, the foolish boy who had been deceived by a close friend and trapped in a magic dilemma, nearly losing his life. Luna's mind conjured up the scene of her second brother reborn, weeping tears of gratitude as he embraced her. Her small gesture had changed his destiny and that of their entire family.
And Brother San, who had wasted his potential due to misguided talent in magic and ultimately fell into mediocrity. Luna remembered how she had earnestly persuaded Brother San, using her own experiences to inspire him until he finally awakened and resumed his path of cultivation. Now, Brother San's magical prowess had soared, making him one of the most promising young talents in their family.
With these thoughts, a wave of accomplishment surged within Luna. She was no longer that cannon fodder baby who could be easily discarded; she had become a strong individual capable of controlling her own destiny and altering that of her family. Taking a deep breath, she felt the magic element flowing within her body, giving rise to an unprecedented sense of power.
Meanwhile, on the other side of the Glorious Demon Fortress, Aelia lay on a soft down bed, enjoying the tranquility of the afternoon. Sunlight streamed through sheer curtains into the room, casting mottled patterns of light and shadow on the floor. The air was filled with a faint scent of roses accompanied by the melodious sound of a harp, creating a comfortable and leisurely atmosphere.
Suddenly, an urgent knock shattered the serenity of the room. “Madam! Madam!” Qin Si's anxious voice came from outside the door, trembling slightly with barely concealed panic. Aelia furrowed her brow as unease welled up inside her; Qin Si was usually calm and composed and rarely lost her composure like this. Had something urgent happened?
“Come in,” Aelia said as she sat up and brushed back her golden hair that had fallen over her shoulders. The door creaked open, and Qin Si rushed in with a pale face, breathless.
“Madam, something terrible has happened!” she spoke rapidly, her voice trembling. “I… I just heard… a horrifying news…”
A chill gripped Aelia's heart as an ominous premonition surged within her.
“What’s going on? Take your time,” Qin Si said, taking a deep breath to calm herself.
She walked over to Aelia's bedside, leaning down to whisper a few words in her ear.
The air in the room seemed to freeze, and time itself came to a halt.
Aelia's eyes widened as she felt her blood run cold, her body becoming stiff and lifeless.
Qin Si's words struck her like a bolt from the blue, shattering the illusion of happiness she had carefully constructed over the years.
“You… what did you say?” Aelia's voice trembled, as if it were squeezed out from between her teeth. “Say it again…”
Qin Si's face turned even paler. She bit her lips and repeated what she had just said: “Master… he… he has… has Leonard's Concubine… and also…”
Qin Si's voice trailed off, but the unspoken words pierced Aelia's heart like a sharp dagger.
Hearing this, Aelia felt as if her soul had been ripped away; her once bright and lively eyes dimmed instantly, becoming void of life.
For years, Leonard had been in her heart as the charming and affectionate husband, the pinnacle of Glorious Demon Fortress, the man she could rely on for a lifetime.
Those sweet memories of the past were like exquisite paintings that were now torn to shreds, transforming into sharp fragments that painfully stabbed at her heart.
She felt as though the entire world was tilting and collapsing around her; a buzzing filled her ears, and all sounds became distant and blurred.
The sunlight no longer felt warm; the scent of roses turned pungent and unbearable; even the melodious sound of the harp seemed to transform into whispers of mockery.
Shock, pain, disbelief… countless emotions surged like a tidal wave, crashing violently against her sanity.
She opened her mouth to say something but found that her throat felt blocked, unable to produce any sound.
All she could do was sit there on the bed like a lifeless doll, allowing the shadow of despair to engulf her.
Time seemed to stand still.
After an unknown period, a glimmer of light finally reignited in Aelia's eyes.
At first, that light was faint, like a candle flickering in the wind, but as time passed, it grew brighter until it transformed into a blazing fire of rage.
She clenched her fists tightly, Ailya's white nails digging deep into her palms, leaving behind crimson imprints.
She felt pain, she felt anger, and she felt an unprecedented humiliation.
She, Aelia, Lady of the Fortress of Glorious Demon, had been betrayed by her own husband!
This was an utter disgrace—unforgivable!
“Leonard…” Aelia gritted her teeth as she uttered his name; each broken syllable felt like shards of ice filled with hatred.
She had once believed she possessed the happiest marriage in the world and the most perfect family.
But now she realized that all of it was merely a meticulously woven lie—a laughably fragile bubble!
With a sudden burst of energy, she stood up abruptly, so forcefully that the down comforter beneath her was thrown onto the floor.
She didn’t care about tidying up or maintaining decorum; instead, she paced back and forth in the room like a caged beast, restless and agitated.
She had to do something; she couldn’t just sit idly by while Leonard roamed free!
"I’m going to find him! I need to ask him face to face what the hell is going on!" Aelia's voice was sharp and trembling, filled with anger and determination.
She wanted Leonard to tell her in his own words why he had betrayed her, why he had destroyed everything she held dear.
She intended to make him pay for what he had done!
Seeing Aelia so agitated, Qin Si felt a wave of worry wash over her.
She knew that her lady was proud and could not tolerate any slight.
With such a situation unfolding, Aelia would surely do something impulsive.
"Madam, please calm down! It might not be appropriate to confront the master right now," Qin Si quickly stepped forward, trying to stop Aelia.
"You're in such an emotional state; it would be easy for him to take advantage of you. It would be better to calm down first, think things through, and plan your response."
Qin Si understood that Leonard was not a simple man.
Having become the Lord of the Glorious Demon Fortress, he undoubtedly possessed cunning and strategy.
If Aelia rushed in like this, she could easily fall into his trap, making her situation even more precarious.
"Think things through? Calm down?" Aelia spun around abruptly, her gaze icy as she looked at Qin Si.
"How can you expect me to calm down? How can you suggest I think things through? Am I supposed to just watch him live freely while I suffer in silence?"
She shook off Qin Si's hand and spoke with resolute determination: "Let me tell you, Qin Si, I am not a weak woman who can be easily bullied! I will not let this go!"
Aelia took a deep breath, striving to quell the fury within her.
She knew that Qin Si meant well, but some matters had to be faced and resolved head-on.
She could not evade or retreat.
For herself and for her family, she had to stand up and fight Leonard to the end!
"Don't worry, Qin Si; I won't do anything foolish," Aelia's tone softened slightly but remained firm.
"I know what I need to do. What you need to do now is help me prepare. I want Leonard to understand that I, Aelia, am not someone to be trifled with!"
With that said, Aelia ignored Qin Si and walked straight toward the wardrobe.
She opened the closet, where luxurious gowns caught her eye, but none appealed to her.
These dresses had once symbolized her happiness and glory but now felt so ironic.
Ultimately, she chose a black Starry Gown—simple yet elegant, devoid of excessive embellishments while exuding solemnity and dignity.
After changing into the Starry Gown, she approached the grooming table and meticulously attended to her appearance.
She wanted to appear stronger, more confident, and utterly invincible!
Watching Aelia's resolute demeanor, Qin Si realized that further persuasion would be futile; she could only sigh and silently follow behind her, helping with all the preparations.
She knew that a storm was about to descend upon the Glorious Demon Fortress…
Aelia stood before the mirror, carefully checking her makeup.
Her eyes were cold and sharp, like a drawn sword radiating a chilling light.
She looked at herself in the mirror, slowly curling her lips into a provocative smile.
“Leonard, just wait…” Aelia’s voice was low and hoarse, filled with a dangerous undertone.
She turned around and walked toward the door, each step firm and resolute.
Just as she was about to step out, she suddenly halted, turned back, and softly asked Qin Si,
“Where do you think he is right now?”
Aelia’s determined tone struck Qin Si like an arrow dipped in ice, sending a chill through her heart.
She knew that this seemingly fragile lady harbored a fierce strength and pride that rivaled any man.
Once her bottom line was crossed, the force unleashed could shake mountains.
“Wherever you wish to go, my lady, I will accompany you,” Qin Si replied firmly, steadying herself.
Years of master-servant friendship had long made her regard Aelia as family; no matter how treacherous the path ahead, she would follow without hesitation.
Upon hearing this, a hint of comfort curved Aelia’s lips.
She knew that Qin Si was her most trusted ally and her only support within the Glorious Demon Fortress.
“Let’s go,” Aelia said softly, a trace of barely perceptible fatigue in her voice.
She lifted her gaze to the sky outside, stained red by the setting sun, feeling a wave of desolation wash over her.
Once, she believed she had the most beautiful love and the happiest family in the world.
But now, all of it had shattered like bubbles, leaving only devastation behind.
Taking a deep breath, she forced down the sadness and confusion within her.
This was not the time to wallow in pain; she needed to gather herself for her sake and for her family—to seek justice!
Aelia straightened her back and stepped forward toward the main fortress of Glorious Demon Fortress.
The sunset’s afterglow bathed her black Starry Gown, as if cloaking her in a layer of golden light, making her appear even more noble and resolute.
Qin Si closely followed behind Aelia, her eyes scanning their surroundings warily.
She understood that what awaited them next would be a journey filled with uncertainty and danger.
The two walked in silence, the atmosphere thick with tension.
It wasn’t until they reached the main gate of the fortress that Aelia finally stopped.
She lifted her head to gaze at the heavy wooden door before them, feeling a complex swirl of emotions rise within her.
This door had once been her Entrance to happiness and a symbol of her identity and status.
But now it stood as a cold barrier between her and Leonard, separating her from the beautiful future she once envisioned.
“My lady…” Qin Si called softly, concern lacing her tone.
She could sense Aelia’s inner struggle and pain but felt powerless to help, only able to stand silently by her side.
Aelia did not respond; she simply stood there quietly, fixated on that tightly shut door.
Time passed slowly, the air around seemed to freeze.
Finally, Aelia moved.
She reached out her hand and gently caressed the cold wooden door, feeling its rough texture beneath her fingertips. Her fingertip trembled slightly, as if recalling the beautiful moments of the past. Suddenly, she clenched her fist tightly, her gaze becoming resolute and sharp. Taking a deep breath, she lifted her foot without hesitation and kicked the tightly shut door with all her might.
"Bang!" The sound echoed loudly, deafening in its intensity. The heavy wooden door groaned under Aelia's forceful strike, swaying precariously.
The surrounding Knights heard the commotion and rushed over, encircling Aelia and Qin Si. Armed with long swords, their expressions were stern, and the atmosphere was tense.
"Madam, what are you doing?" a Knight leader stepped forward, his tone unfriendly. He knew Aelia was the Lady of the Fortress of Glorious Demon, a figure of high status, but he also had a duty to maintain order and safety within the stronghold.
"Stand aside!" Aelia coldly scanned the Knights before her, her voice icy and authoritative. "I want to see Leonard; anyone who dares to obstruct me will face death!"
The Knights exchanged glances, hesitant to act rashly. They understood that Aelia's strength was formidable, and as the Lady of the Fortress, they dared not offend her lightly.
Just as both sides reached an impasse, a familiar voice emerged from within the stronghold.
"Everyone step back!" Leonard's voice was deep and commanding, carrying an undeniable authority.
Upon hearing Leonard's command, the Knights quickly retreated, clearing a path.
Leonard appeared from within the stronghold, dressed in a deep blue Magic Robe, walking slowly towards them. His face bore signs of fatigue, yet his gaze remained deep and sharp. When he saw Aelia standing at the door, a hint of surprise crossed his features but quickly faded into calmness.
"Aelia, what are you doing?" Leonard asked with a furrowed brow, a note of reproach in his tone.
Aelia looked coldly at Leonard; she did not answer his question but instead asked in an icy tone, "Where is Lucius?"
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