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The Glorious Demon Fortress was adorned today with vibrant decorations, flowers and magical lights intertwining to create a dreamlike atmosphere around the ancient castle.
Joyful music flowed through the air as guests, dressed in their finest attire, mingled and raised their glasses, all immersed in the celebratory ambiance.
Today marked the grand wedding of Lucius, the Third Son of the Demon Fortress, and the entire Magic Castle was enveloped in a festive spirit.
Yet beneath this jubilant scene, dark currents stirred and danger lurked.
Leonard, the Lord of the Glorious Demon Fortress, stood in a corner of the banquet hall, conversing cheerfully with several nobles.
Dressed in an extravagant suit, he exuded an air of pride with every gesture.
To host a lavish wedding for his beloved son Lucius, he had spared no expense from the coffers of the Magic Castle.
In his eyes, this was not only about giving his son a grand celebration but also about showcasing his own glory and power as Lord.
"I have truly invested heavily in this wedding!" Leonard raised a glass of red wine, beaming as he spoke to the nobles beside him. "Lucius must make a splendid entrance to marry his bride; the entire magical realm should know that my son Leonard is marrying the best!"
The nobles echoed his sentiments, showering him with compliments.
Leonard's heart swelled with joy as he reveled in their praise, becoming even more self-satisfied.
He paid no mind to the financial state of the Magic Castle, fixated solely on how to make this wedding even more extravagant.
"The Lord of the Fortress is indeed generous! The scale of this wedding is unmatched in the entire magical realm!" a portly noble flattered him.
"Of course!" Leonard proudly lifted his chin, as if he were the richest man in the world. "My son Leonard deserves nothing but the best!"
As Leonard basked in the flattery of the crowd, a cold gaze fell upon him.
Aelia, the Lady of the Fortress from the Glorious Demon Fortress, stood not far away, her face a stormy shade of anger.
Dressed in a deep blue Starry Gown, she appeared noble and elegant, yet her fury was unmistakable.
For years, Leonard's escapades had left Aelia disheartened. Now, he had diverted a significant amount of funds from the Magic Castle for the sake of a mere wedding, igniting the long-simmering anger within her.
"Leonard!" Aelia's voice was not loud, but it carried an undeniable authority.
Hearing her call, Leonard turned to see Aelia striding toward him.
The smile on his face vanished instantly, replaced by a hint of awkwardness and unease.
"Aelia, what brings you here?" Leonard attempted to mask his guilt and feigned calmness as he spoke. "Today is a joyous occasion; you should be happy."
"Happy?" Aelia scoffed coldly as she approached him. "How can I be happy? How much money have you siphoned from the Magic Castle to throw this wedding for your precious son? Have you even considered what will become of the Magic Castle's future?"
Leonard found himself speechless under Aelia's interrogation.
He knew he was in the wrong but still argued defensively, "I'm doing this for the glory of the Magic Castle! The more splendid Lucius's wedding is, the greater the reputation of the Magic Castle!"
"Glory?" Disappointment filled Aelia's eyes. "Is your so-called glory built on sacrificing the interests of the Magic Castle? Leonard, I truly misjudged you!"
With that, Aelia turned away and left him behind.
Her silhouette appeared so lonely and desolate.
Luna, standing not far away, witnessed everything.
She sighed inwardly, knowing that the crisis at Magic Castle was imminent.
She walked over to Aelia's side and said in her tender voice, "Mom, don’t be angry anymore. If you get upset, you won’t be beautiful."
Hearing Luna's voice, Aelia felt a bit comforted.
She crouched down and held Luna in her arms, softly saying, "Luna, you've grown up and become more understanding."
"Mom," Luna lifted her head and looked at Aelia with clear eyes, softly saying, "I think we should do something. We can't let Dad continue like this."
Aelia's heart stirred at her words.
She knew that although Luna was young, she was exceptionally clever.
Looking into Luna's eyes, Aelia seemed to see hope.
"Luna, do you have any ideas?" Aelia asked.
Luna smiled slightly and leaned closer to Aelia's ear, whispering, "Mom, we could do it this way..."
Meanwhile, Qin Si, Aelia's trusted maid, stood silently by her side.
With a serious expression, she listened to the conversation between Aelia and Luna while quickly analyzing the situation in her mind.
“Madam,” Qin Si said softly as he approached Aelia, “the young lady is right. We cannot sit idly by. We must come up with a plan quickly.”
Aelia nodded.
“Qin Si,” Aelia instructed, “please find out where Leonard has recently moved his funds.”
“Yes, Madam.” Qin Si accepted the task and left.
Aelia watched Qin Si’s retreating figure, filled with hope.
She knew that as long as Qin Si was around, she could weather any storm.
“Luna,” Aelia turned to her daughter and said softly, “thank you. You always bring me hope.”
Luna smiled gently, snuggling into Aelia’s embrace.
She understood the heavy burden she carried.
Not only did she have to protect her family, but she also had to save the entire Magic Castle.
“Mom, we will succeed,” Luna said firmly.
Aelia looked into Luna’s determined eyes, her heart swelling with confidence.
She believed that as long as Luna was by her side, they could overcome any obstacle.
As night deepened, the guests in the banquet hall gradually began to disperse.
Leonard stumbled into the room, heavily intoxicated, supported by a servant.
Aelia stood by the window, gazing at the pitch-black night sky, her heart filled with worry.
"Leonard, where are you taking Magic Castle?" Aelia murmured to herself.
Just then, Qin Si hurried in, a serious expression on her face. "Madam, I've found out..."
Aelia turned to look at Qin Si.
"Leonard...," Qin Si paused, lowering her voice. "He has transferred a large amount of funds to... the Secret Vault."
Upon hearing this, Aelia's face changed dramatically. She realized that the situation was worse than she had imagined.
"The Secret Vault..." Aelia murmured. "What does he intend to do?"
Qin Si shook her head, indicating that she was also unsure.
"Madam, what should we do now?" Qin Si asked.
Aelia pondered for a moment.
"We... should go check the Secret Vault," Aelia said.
With that, Aelia quietly left the room with Qin Si.
Their figures vanished into the darkness, leaving behind an endless suspense.
In another corner of the castle, Luna stood by the window, gazing at the twinkling stars in the night sky.
A glimmer of wisdom sparkled in her eyes, as if she had already seen through everything.
"The game is becoming more interesting..." Luna murmured, a mysterious smile playing on her lips.
She turned and walked into the depths of darkness.
What actions would she take next?
No one knew.
Lucius stood beneath an archway woven from Magic Flower Vines, a handsome smile radiating happiness across his face.
Sunlight filtered through Stained Glass, casting a kaleidoscope of Light and Shadow upon him, accentuating his godlike beauty.
Dressed in a silver suit, he wore a badge on his chest symbolizing the Glorious Demon Fortress, exuding an elegance that caught the attention of many Noble Young Ladies present.
Yet, his smile did not entirely come from the heart.
The Wedding March continued to resonate melodiously, and the cheers of the guests were deafening, but he felt an inexplicable unease, like a tiny thorn pricking at his heart.
He knew that his Father had invested considerable funds from the Magic Castle for this wedding, even diverting some originally allocated for magical research.
Lucius was not someone who lacked awareness of priorities.
He understood that the prosperity of the Magic Castle relied heavily on substantial financial support.
However, seeing Father so recklessly orchestrating this wedding made him feel a sense of unease.
Especially Mother Aelia, who had appeared troubled since the ceremony began, casting several complex glances at Father, her expression difficult to decipher.
"Perhaps I'm overthinking it," Lucius reassured himself in his mind.
Today was supposed to be a day of joy; he shouldn’t dwell on such troubling thoughts.
He took a deep breath, striving to immerse himself in the joyous atmosphere.
The bride slowly approached, clad in a pristine white wedding gown and adorned with a crown studded with jewels, radiating an otherworldly beauty.
As Lucius gazed at her, his unease gradually faded, replaced by beautiful visions of the future.
"Lucius, my beloved," the bride said as she stood before him, her voice sweet and melodious, flowing into his heart like a clear spring.
"Today, I will walk hand in hand with you through life," Lucius said tenderly, gripping the bride's hand tightly.
At that moment, he inadvertently caught sight of Father Leonard standing not far away.
Leonard was raising his glass, laughing and chatting with a provocatively dressed Seductive Woman.
The woman occasionally caressed Leonard's chest with her hand, her flirtatious demeanor making onlookers frown.
Lucius's heart sank suddenly.
He knew that Father had a reputation for being a womanizer, and it was no secret.
But he never expected that Father would so brazenly flirt with another woman at his own wedding.
He stole a glance at Mother, Aelia, and found her coldly staring at Father.
Lucius's heart sank further.
He knew that Mother had always been dissatisfied with Father's behavior, but she had endured it for the sake of the family.
However, today, Father's actions had clearly crossed her line.
"Will this wedding truly bring honor to the family?" Lucius silently questioned in his heart.
He had no idea what kind of crisis lay hidden behind this seemingly grand and festive wedding.
Meanwhile, Aelia, with Luna's subtle hints and Qin Si's assistance, gradually calmed the anger boiling within her, replaced by an unprecedented determination.
She looked at Leonard's back, her gaze icy, as if she were staring at a stranger.
"Enough," Aelia told herself. "I can no longer allow him to act recklessly."
"For Magic Castle, for my family, I must do something," Aelia resolved quietly in her heart.
She turned around to face Luna and Qin Si beside her, her eyes filled with determination and strength.
"Qin Si," Aelia said, "from today on, I want you to stay by my side and help me manage everything regarding Magic Castle."
"Yes, my lady," Qin Si replied respectfully.
"Luna," Aelia said softly, lowering her head to look at Luna. "My little darling, you must help Mommy with her plans, alright?"
Luna nodded and said in her tender voice, "Mommy, I will do my best to protect you and my brothers."
Aelia smiled with relief.
She knew that with Luna and Qin Si's help, she would surely overcome any difficulties.
"Leonard," Aelia thought coldly to herself, "just wait. I won't let you succeed."
Taking a deep breath, she straightened her back and walked toward the banquet hall exit.
Her silhouette was resolute and determined, as if she were ready to fight against Destiny itself.
Qin Si followed closely behind, matching Aelia's pace.
Her gaze was sharp and vigilant, always aware of the surroundings.
"My lady," Qin Si lowered her voice and asked, "what should we do next?"
Aelia paused, turned her head to look at Qin Si, and with a slight smile that hinted at deeper intentions, she said, "Next... we are going to give Leonard a 'surprise'..."
She did not elaborate further but turned and left.
Qin Si followed closely behind her, filled with anticipation and unease.
Luna stood still, watching the retreating figures of Aelia and Qin Si, her gaze deep and mysterious.
She knew a storm was about to arrive.
And she would play a crucial role in this storm.
"A good show is about to begin..." Luna murmured to herself, a hint of cunning beyond her years appearing on her youthful face.
She turned to look in the direction of the banquet hall, a mysterious smile curling at the corners of her mouth.
She understood that what was about to happen would completely change the Destiny of the Glorious Demon Fortress.
And she would use the "script" she held to guide the unfolding events step by step, keeping everything firmly In Hand.
What would she do? No one knew.
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