Sunlight streamed through the towering windows of Glory Fortress, casting dappled light and shadow on the ground, as if the notes of a melody danced in the magical world.
Luna's small figure darted through the light and shadow, her clear eyes burning with a determination and wisdom beyond her years.
Her goal was clear—change!
Change the destinies of her family, bound by the original plot!
First was her elder brother, the man who had nearly lost all hope in the aftermath of a magical backlash.
He had shut himself away in a dark room, like a wounded beast, rejecting sunlight and hope.
Luna approached her brother's door and gently pushed it open.
A faint herbal scent filled the room, meant to suppress the chaotic magic elements within him.
Her brother sat in a wheelchair, facing away from the door, his once-lustrous hair now dull and lifeless.
“Brother,” Luna called softly, her voice youthful yet resolute.
He flinched slightly at the sound and slowly turned his head. His gaze was hollow and gray, as if he had lost all brightness.
“Luna? What are you doing here? This is not a place for you,” he replied, his voice hoarse and low, heavy with exhaustion.
Luna said nothing; she quietly walked up to him and reached out her chubby little hand to gently grasp his.
Her hand was small and soft, yet it seemed to carry a warm strength that gradually dispelled the chill in her brother's heart.
“Brother, I know you are in pain. I know you feel like you have lost all hope. But do you believe in me? Do you believe I can help you out of this predicament?” Luna's voice was soft but shone like a ray of sunlight, illuminating her brother's darkened heart.
He stared at Luna, as if he could see the dawn of hope rising before him.
He remembered the moment Luna was born, the magical light that split the sky, and her eyes filled with wisdom.
Perhaps... perhaps this little sister could truly bring him a miracle.
"Can you really help me?" His brother's voice trembled with anticipation.
Luna nodded firmly, her eyes sparkling with determination.
"Of course, Brother! I will definitely help you! As long as you believe in me!"
In the following days, Luna stayed by her brother's side without leaving him for a moment.
Using her understanding of the original storyline and her experience as a reincarnated Great Mage, she devised a detailed treatment plan for him.
She utilized various rare magical herbs and combined them with special magic rituals to gradually untangle the chaotic magic elements within him.
The process of healing was painful, but her brother gritted his teeth and remained silent.
He knew this was his only chance; he could not give up!
Finally, under Luna's careful treatment, the magic elements within him began to regain balance.
His complexion grew rosy, and his eyes started to shine with life.
On a sunny morning, he felt a powerful force surging within him.
Slowly, he stood up, his feet firmly planted on the ground.
He lifted his head and gazed at the bright sunlight outside.
"I... I can stand! I really can stand!" His voice trembled with joy.
He opened his arms, feeling the surge of Magical Power within him. He knew he had broken free from the curse of Magic Backlash; he had been reborn!
Luna looked at her elder brother, a smile of relief spreading across her face.
She was certain that her brother would regain his strength and once again shine brightly in the Magic Arena!
Having resolved her brother's issues, Luna turned her attention to Second Brother.
Second Brother was an introverted and sensitive person.
He had been deceived by a close friend, falling into a Magic Dilemma, and spent his days in gloom, as if he had lost all direction in life.
When Luna found Second Brother, he was sitting alone in a corner of the garden, staring blankly into the distance.
His eyes were hollow and confused, as if all hope had slipped away.
“Second Brother,” Luna gently approached him and called softly.
Second Brother turned his head, and upon seeing Luna, a faint forced smile appeared on his face.
“Luna, what are you doing here? It's windy; you should go back.”
Luna shook her head and walked over to him, gently taking his hand.
“Second Brother, I know you're feeling very sad. I understand that you feel betrayed by your friend. But you can't keep dwelling in this pain; there are more important things for you to do!”
Second Brother sighed, his gaze becoming even more lost.
“What else can I do? My magic has stagnated; I can't break through this current bottleneck.”
Luna shook her head, her eyes filled with encouragement.
“Second Brother, you are mistaken! Your Magical Talent is quite high; it’s just that you are bound by some erroneous thoughts. As long as you break free from these constraints, you will surely achieve greater success!”
In the following days, Luna stayed by Second Brother's side.
She patiently guided him, helping him to dispel the shadows in his heart.
Using her knowledge of the Original storyline, she pointed Second Brother in the right direction for his magical training.
With Luna's help, Second Brother gradually emerged from the shadow of betrayal by his close friend, and he began to reevaluate his path in magic cultivation.
He realized that he had been overly focused on quick results, neglecting the fundamentals of magic.
Thus, Second Brother began to settle down and earnestly practice the basics of magic.
He meditated daily and practiced the Ancient Spell, gradually solidifying his magical foundation.
After some time and effort, Second Brother's Magic Water showed significant improvement.
Not only did he break through his previous bottleneck, but he also comprehended some new magical skills.
Looking at Luna, he said, “Luna, thank you! You helped me out of my predicament and reignited my passion for magic!”
Luna smiled and shook her head.
“Second Brother, there’s no need to thank me; this is the result of your own hard work. I believe you will become a great Mage!”
After helping her elder brother and Second Brother out of their troubles, Luna turned her attention to Brother San.
Brother San was a person with extremely high Magical Talent, but he had been misled by his own gifts, indulging in pleasure and neglecting his training.
When Luna found Brother San, he was lounging on the grass in the garden, lazily basking in the sun.
A hint of a cynical smile played on his lips, as if he were indifferent to everything around him.
"Brother San," Luna called softly as she approached him.
Brother San opened his eyes, and upon seeing Luna, a lazy smile spread across his face.
"Luna, what brings you here? There's nothing fun to do; you should head back."
Luna shook her head and sat down beside Brother San.
"Brother San, I know you're smart, and your Magical Talent is impressive. But you can't keep playing like this; you have more important things to do!"
Brother San shrugged nonchalantly. "What can I do? I'm naturally smarter than others. Even if I don't put in the effort, I'll still be better than most."
Luna sighed, her eyes filled with concern.
"Brother San, you're wrong! Talent is important, but hard work is even more crucial. If you rely solely on your talent without putting in the effort to practice, one day you'll be surpassed by others!"
Her words struck Brother San like a sharp sword, piercing his heart.
Though he pretended to be unconcerned on the surface, deep down he yearned for the recognition of others.
In the following days, Luna stayed close to Brother San.
Every day she urged him to practice magic and often shared inspiring stories with him.
Under Luna's influence, Brother San gradually became aware of his shortcomings.
He began to take his magical training seriously, meditating daily and practicing Ancient Spells.
He discovered that only when he truly immersed himself in his magical studies could he feel the joy of magic.
He began to enjoy the feeling of continuously improving himself through hard work.
After some time of effort, Brother San's Magic Water level had significantly increased.
Not only had he mastered some new magical skills, but he had also become more mature and composed.
He looked at Luna and said, "Luna, thank you! You made me realize the importance of hard work and helped me find my purpose in life!"
Luna smiled and nodded.
"Brother San, you don’t need to thank me; this is the result of your own efforts. I believe you will definitely become an excellent Mage!"
Luna looked at her Brothers, who were all beginning to change because of her influence.
Eldest Brother reignited his fighting spirit, Second Brother stepped out of the shadows, and Brother San also started to train diligently.
Her heart was filled with joy and a sense of accomplishment.
"I must change their Destiny!" Luna silently vowed in her heart. "I will help my family break free from their troubles and live a happy life!"
Just then, Qin Si hurried over, her face pale and her eyes filled with panic.
"Madam... Madam... something's wrong..." Qin Si's voice trembled as if she had encountered something terrifying.
Aelia set down the teacup she was holding and frowned as she asked, "Qin Si, what happened? Why are you so flustered?"
Qin Si took a deep breath as if steeling herself, then spoke with a trembling voice, "Madam... I... I saw the master... he... he was with... with a woman..."
Before Qin Si could finish her words, Aelia's face instantly turned as pale as paper. Her body swayed unsteadily, as if she might collapse at any moment.
Her eyes were filled with shock and disbelief; she could hardly believe what she had just heard…
Qin Si's fragmented narration pierced Aelia's heart like sharp Ice Spikes.
She felt a crushing weight on her chest, as if a boulder had settled there, making it nearly impossible for her to breathe.
"What did you say? Say it again..." Aelia's voice trembled, like a taut string ready to snap at any moment.
Qin Si bit her lips, summoning the courage to recount the scene she had witnessed—Leonard with another woman, their intimate gestures laid bare before Aelia.
She couldn't bear to look up at Aelia's face, terrified of seeing the despair and pain reflected in her eyes.
In that moment, Aelia's world crumbled.
Once cherished memories transformed into mocking blades, cutting her deeply and leaving her bleeding.
Those sweet vows and tender embraces had turned into hypocritical lies.
She stumbled back a few steps, barely steadying herself by gripping the table behind her.
Tightly shutting her eyes, tears streamed down her Luna, leaving two clear trails on her carefully crafted makeup.
"No... it can't be..." Aelia murmured to herself, unable to accept this cruel reality.
In her heart, Leonard had always been her beloved husband, her steadfast support.
She could never have imagined he would betray her, betray their love.
Suddenly, Aelia opened her eyes wide, flames of anger burning within them.
"Where is he? Take me to him!" Her voice was hoarse and sharp, filled with desperation and fury.
Qin Si dared not disobey and quickly led Aelia in search of Leonard.
When Aelia saw Leonard, he was laughing and joking with a beautiful young woman, their demeanor intimate.
In that moment, Aelia felt as if her heart had been tightly gripped by an invisible hand, making it nearly impossible to breathe.
“Leonard!” Aelia's voice rang out, filled with anger and despair, echoing through the empty hall.
Upon hearing Aelia's voice, Leonard's face instantly turned pale.
He abruptly turned his head, and upon seeing Aelia standing at the door, furious, his heart sank.
“Aelia, you... what are you doing here?” Leonard's voice trembled as he tried to mask his panic.
“What am I doing here? Leonard, how dare you ask me that? Look at what you’re doing!” Aelia pointed at the woman beside Leonard, her voice shaking and nearly breaking into tears.
Leonard's expression darkened further; he opened his mouth to explain but found himself at a loss for words.
“Aelia, tell me this isn’t true! Tell me you haven’t betrayed me!” Aelia's voice was filled with desperation and pleading.
Seeing Aelia in such pain filled Leonard with guilt and unease.
He wanted to defend himself, to explain, but under Aelia's furious gaze, he found himself unable to say anything.
He lowered his head in shame, unable to meet Aelia's eyes.
The atmosphere in the Magic Castle grew tense, as if the air itself was thick with the scent of gunpowder.
Just then, Lucius walked in.
Noticing the charged atmosphere in the hall, he was momentarily taken aback.
“Mother, what happened?” Lucius asked with concern.
Seeing Lucius, Aelia felt as if she had found an outlet for her emotions. She could no longer control herself and burst into tears.
Lucius hurried to Aelia's side, gently wrapping his arms around her thin shoulders, and comforted her, "Mother, please don't cry. Take your time and tell me what's wrong."
After crying for a while, Aelia finally managed to tell Lucius about Leonard's situation in a broken voice.
Once Lucius heard the story, his expression darkened.
Although he had long been aware of his father's romantic escapades, hearing his mother's sorrowful account filled him with anger and helplessness.
"Mother, don't worry. I will take care of this," Lucius said firmly.
Aelia looked up at Lucius, filled with concern as he was about to embark on a journey.
She grasped Lucius's hand, repeatedly reminding him to be careful and stay safe while he was away.
"Lucius, you must take good care of yourself. Don't trust others easily, and if you encounter danger, seek help immediately," Aelia's voice was filled with worry and reluctance.
Lucius held Aelia's hand tightly, feeling the warmth of his mother's love, which filled his heart with warmth and gratitude.
"Mother, you can rest assured. I will take care of myself," Lucius replied with determination.
When Luna learned that Lucius was about to leave, her little face was also filled with concern.
Though she was young, she was very understanding.
She knew that Lucius's journey was fraught with danger and worried that he might encounter misfortune while away.
Luna locked herself in her room and diligently prepared some small items to help Lucius deal with magical dangers.
Her small hands deftly wove the Magic Rune, her eyes filled with concern.
A tiny talisman, a delicate Magic Potion Bottle, a crystal orb of Magic Water that could emit an S.O.S.… Luna carefully placed each of these small items into a little pouch and then tied it up securely.
Luna looked at the pouch in her hand, silently praying, "Brother Lucius, you must come back safely!"
Just then, there was a knock at the door.
"Luna, are you in there?"
It was her brother's voice.
Luna quickly opened the door to find her brother standing there, a hint of urgency on his face.
"Luna, I heard that Lucius is going on a journey, and I wanted to…"
Before he could finish his sentence, Luna interrupted him.
"Brother, I know what you want to say." Luna's gaze was firm and serious. "I’m worried about Brother Lucius too, but I believe he will return safely!"
Her brother looked at her.
"Luna, you've really grown up." He reached out to pat her head, his tone gentle.
Luna lifted her head to meet her brother's gaze, determination shining in her eyes.
"Brother, let's pray for Brother Lucius together!"
As night fell, the Magic Castle was brightly lit.
Everyone was busy with preparations for Lucius's journey, each lost in their own thoughts… Suddenly, a Knight rushed in, panic etched on his face as he shouted, "This is bad!..."
The Glorious Demon Fortress, once filled with laughter and joy, was now shrouded in a layer of gloom, like a beautiful yet shattered piece of glass, glimmering with heart-wrenching light.
Luna, the little chubby Prophet, waved her pudgy hands and babbled incoherently, unaware that her fragmented murmurs were gradually altering the Destiny of the Magic Castle. Like the wings of a butterfly stirring up a storm, her words were gentle as spring rain nourishing parched earth.
Aelia, the Lady of the Fortress who once stood proud like a peacock, now resembled a frostbitten rose, stripped of her former brilliance.
She sat by the window, her vacant gaze fixed on the blooming Black Roses outside, while echoes of Luna's intermittent revelations of "secrets" reverberated in her mind.
Leonard, the man she loved deeply, had taken another family outside and even had children!
It was more nauseating than swallowing a live fly!
She gripped the Si Pa in her hand tightly, her knuckles turning white as an invisible hand squeezed her heart painfully, nearly suffocating her.
Qin Si stood nearby, watching his mistress with concern but unsure how to comfort her. He silently offered a cup of warm milk, hoping it might ease her suffering just a little.
“Bad... Daddy... Bad...” Luna mumbled, her unclear words piercing Aelia's heart like sharp knives.
Aelia picked up Luna and buried her face in her daughter's soft hair, tears slipping down silently.
This child was her only solace and also the driving force behind her desire for revenge.
Meanwhile, the Three Young Masters of the Magic Castle were each undergoing their own transformations.
Under Luna's "guidance," the eldest brother found a way to suppress the Magic Backlash. Although it couldn't be completely cured, he could at least pick up his staff again, reigniting his hope for life. The Second Brother finally saw through the true nature of his "close friend." Though it was painful to be deceived, it taught him the value of genuine friendship. Brother San, prompted by Luna's insights, became aware of his long-standing errors and began to train seriously. Although he started late, his talent remained astonishingly high, and he made rapid progress.
However, just as everyone in the Magic Castle began to emerge from the shadows, a new upheaval arose—Lucius, the Third Young Master of Glorious Demon Fortress, was about to embark on a journey.
He intended to seek out the legendary Fountain of Life to find a remedy for Aelia’s heartache.
This decision stirred new waves within the already tumultuous Magic Castle.
Although Aelia felt reluctant, she understood her son's filial piety. She suppressed the pain in her heart and personally prepared Lucius's travel bag, stitching every seam with maternal love.
Her elder brother and Second Brother also took out their treasured possessions, hoping to help their younger brother successfully complete this dangerous journey.
Luna seemed to sense the atmosphere of farewell; she tightly clutched Lucius's fingers, unwilling to let go, making soft sounds as if trying to hold him back.
This small gesture filled Lucius's heart with warmth and further strengthened his resolve.
He bent down and gently kissed Luna's forehead, promising that he would return safely.
What direction would the future of Magic Castle take?
No one knew.
But it was certain that Luna, this little "troublemaker," would continue to play a crucial role. Her every move would influence the Destiny of Magic Castle and even the course of the entire magical world.
This chaotic Magic Castle was like a thick potion bubbling away, and no one knew what flavor it would ultimately simmer into.
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