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墨書 Inktalez
Qin Si's voice pierced through Aelia's long-constructed dream like a fine needle.
The trembling words, "Madam, I... I have discovered..." seemed to carry a curse, instantly draining all strength from Aelia's body.
She sat frozen in her chair, like a beautiful sculpture stripped of its soul.
Everything around her blurred, with only Qin Si's anxious face remaining clear.
"What... what did you say?" Aelia's voice was as dry as the wind in the desert, laced with a tremor even she could not fully grasp.
Qin Si clenched his teeth, as if steeling himself, and moved closer, lowering his voice. "Madam, I saw it with my own eyes. The master... he has been keeping a woman at the estate... for several years now!"
The words struck Aelia like a thunderbolt, crashing down upon her.
Years of love and trust collapsed in that instant, turning to dust.
She felt her world sway; those once sweet memories transformed into sharp blades, slicing through her heart.
Leonard... my husband... has betrayed me?
Impossible! This cannot be!
Aelia shook her head desperately, trying to dispel the horrifying thought, but Qin Si's terrified expression and trembling voice mercilessly confirmed the truth—this was real, it was all real!
She felt her blood run cold, as if a massive stone pressed down on her chest, making it hard to breathe.
Aelia's vision began to blur as she took in the exquisite decor of the room, the wedding photo hanging on the wall, and the swaying shadows of trees outside. Everything felt so ironic.
These things, which once symbolized happiness and beauty, now seemed to mock her foolishness and naivety.
The room was silent, broken only by Qin Si's faint whispers and Aelia's own urgent breaths. Yet, she could almost hear Leonard's gentle voice whispering sweet nothings in her ear. Those words now sounded so hypocritical and ridiculous.
She felt her body grow cold, as if she had fallen into a bottomless Ice Cave. Her fingers gripped the armrests of the chair tightly, her knuckles turning white, yet she could not stop her body from trembling.
Shock, pain, anger, disappointment... countless emotions surged like a tidal wave, instantly drowning Aelia. She felt as if she were suffocating, on the verge of breaking down.
Slowly, she closed her eyes, tears streaming down her cheeks.
The Glorious Demon Fortress, this seemingly glamorous family, harbored such filthy secrets! And she was the last to know!
As Aelia was engulfed in immense pain, a heavy atmosphere also filled her brother's room. He sat in his wheelchair, his expression dark and brooding.
One of his legs had been crippled in a magical experiment years ago, leaving him unable to walk.
Once a Genius Mage, he was now confined to this small room, helplessly watching his family decline.
When he heard news of Leonard and Leonard's Concubine outside, the anger in his heart could no longer be contained.
"Those Bastards!" His older brother growled, clenching his fists tightly, the veins on his hands bulging.
Visually, he saw the towering Magic Tower outside, a symbol of the Glorious Demon Fortress and once a source of his pride.
But now, in his eyes, the Magic Tower seemed precarious, as if it could collapse at any moment.
Audibly, he heard the muffled sobs coming from his mother's room; the sound pierced his heart like a knife.
Tactilely, he felt the weight of his disabled leg, the sense of powerlessness and despair flooding back to him.
If he had not been injured, if he could still wield powerful magic, he would surely seek justice for his mother and for his family!
"Leonard, you despicable little one!" His brother gritted his teeth and said, "I will not let you go! You will pay for this!"
In the Second Brother's room, the atmosphere was equally tense.
He sat at his desk with a thick Grimoire in hand, yet his gaze was hollow and lost.
Years ago, he had been betrayed by his most trusted friend and ensnared in a complex Magic Trap from which he could not escape.
Upon hearing about Leonard, Second Brother's heart grew heavier.
Visually, he saw the densely packed magical symbols of Mama on the yellowed pages. Those symbols that once captivated him now felt so foreign and distant.
He struggled to concentrate, but found himself unable to calm his mind.
Audibly, he seemed to hear again the words of betrayal from his close friend, words that had once moved him but now sounded so hypocritical and malicious.
Tactilely, he felt the chaotic magical energy within him, like wild horses running amok through his meridians, causing him immense pain.
"Is the family really going to perish?" Second Brother murmured to himself.
He understood well that Leonard's situation was far more than just a simple affair; there must be a deeper conspiracy lurking behind it.
In Brother San's room, however, there was an air of tranquility.
He lay on his bed, staring blankly at the ceiling.
Brother San had shown remarkable magical talent since childhood and was hailed as the most promising future star of the Glorious Demon Fortress.
Yet he had been blinded by his own gifts, indulging in pleasures and neglecting his training.
Upon hearing about Leonard, Brother San felt a tremendous shock within him.
Visually, he saw the exquisite murals on the ceiling, which depicted the glorious history of the Glorious Demon Fortress and filled him with immense shame.
He seemed to hear the disappointment and sighs of his ancestors, those voices striking his soul like a whip, each crack echoing with regret.
He felt the emptiness of the Magical Energy within him; he had once possessed such powerful strength, yet it had been squandered in vain.
"I... I truly am a waste!" Brother San painfully closed his eyes, two streams of Tears sliding down from the corners.
He became aware that he could no longer continue like this; he had to pull himself together and face the challenges of the Magic Castle alongside his family.
Suddenly, he sat up in bed.
He decided that starting tomorrow, he would resume practicing magic to make amends for his past mistakes.
Within the Magic Castle, dark currents swirled.
Everyone harbored ulterior motives, each calculating for their own benefit.
Qin Si stood cautiously behind Aelia, watching her closely.
She was unsure if what she was doing was right or wrong.
Aelia slowly lifted her head.
"Qin Si," her voice was Hoarse and low, "how... did you find out?"
Qin Si took a deep breath and replied, "Madam, I... I followed the master a few times and discovered that he often visits a manor outside the city. I secretly infiltrated the manor and saw... saw him with that woman..."
Aelia closed her eyes and said painfully, "Who is that woman?"
Qin Si hesitated for a moment before replying, "I... I don't know her name, but she looks very young and beautiful..."
Aelia's face grew even paler.
"I understand," she said slowly. "You can go now. I need to be alone for a while."
Qin Si glanced at Aelia with concern and softly said, "Madam, please... don't be too upset."
With that, she turned and left the room.
Aelia was left alone, sitting in the chair like an abandoned statue.
She slowly stood up and walked to the window, gazing out at the pitch-black night sky.
"Leonard," she whispered, "why are you doing this to me? Do you really think our years together mean so little to you?"
Her heart was filled with confusion and resentment.
She decided that she must uncover the truth. She needed to ask Leonard directly why he had betrayed her!
Turning around, she walked to the vanity, picked up a lipstick, and wrote a line in the mirror:
"Leonard, Tomorrow Night, same place."
She finished applying her lipstick and thought, Tomorrow night, she would put an end to everything with Leonard.
Just then, the door to the room swung open, and Lucius walked in.
“Mother,” he said, concern etched on his face as he looked at Aelia. “I heard about… Father.”
Aelia turned to face her son. She didn’t know how to confront him or how to tell him that his father was such a despicable man.
“Lucius,” she said softly, “what do you think about this?”
Lucius’s expression was grim. “Mother,” he said through clenched teeth, “if this is true, I will not let him get away with it!”
Aelia sighed and replied, “Lucius, this matter is not as simple as you think…”
This conspiracy could very well threaten the future of the Glorious Demon Fortress.
“Mother,” Lucius said anxiously, “what should we do? Are we just going to let him do as he pleases?”
Aelia shook her head. “Of course not! We must uncover the truth and then… then make the right choice…”
Her voice grew softer and weaker.
She didn’t know what to do next; all she knew was that the tranquility of the Glorious Demon Fortress had been shattered completely.
“Mother,” Lucius said as he walked to Aelia’s side, taking her hand in his. “No matter what happens, I will stand by you. I will protect you and our family!”
Aelia looked at her son, taking a deep breath as hope reignited in her eyes.
“Lucius,” she said, “we… we must unite and face this crisis together!”
Lucius nodded firmly. “Yes, Mother! We will get through this!”
The mother and son exchanged a smile just as the door to the room was pushed open again, and a figure stepped inside.
“Mother,” came the voice of her elder brother, “I have something to say to you…”
Aelia and Lucius turned to look at their brother as he approached Aelia, his gaze resolute. “Mother, I know you are in pain right now, but we cannot dwell in sorrow. We must take action quickly; otherwise, we will lose everything!”
She nodded in agreement. “You’re right. We can’t continue like this; we must act swiftly!”
She took a deep breath.
“Tomorrow,” she said, “we will go find Leonard. We need to ask him directly why he betrayed us!”
The eldest brother nodded and replied, “Alright, we’ll go together tomorrow!”
Lucius also nodded and said, “Count me in!”
The three of them exchanged smiles, knowing that the road ahead would be filled with challenges and dangers. However, they would not back down; they would unite and face all difficulties together!
Just then, a faint voice suddenly broke the silence.
“Um… um…”
Aelia, Lucius, and the eldest brother turned their heads simultaneously toward the source of the sound.
They saw Luna lying in the Cradle, her small hands tightly clutching her clothing, her big eyes filled with confusion and concern.
It seemed she sensed the sadness and anger of her family and wanted to say something, but could only emit a weak sound.
Aelia looked at Luna, and a surge of strong maternal love welled up in her heart.
She walked over to the Cradle, gently picked up Luna, and kissed her little face.
"Luna," she whispered, "don't worry. We will protect you, and we will ensure that you grow up happy and carefree!"
Luna seemed to understand Aelia's words; she stopped crying, her big eyes blinking as a pure, innocent smile appeared on her face.
Seeing Luna's smile filled Aelia with strength.
"Tomorrow," she said, "tomorrow we will begin our counterattack!"
At that moment, a strange light flickered in Luna's large eyes, and the little one seemed to have made a decision...
Luna, this tiny, seemingly fragile infant, was filled with wisdom and determination beyond her years.
Her small hand tightly grasped Aelia's clothing, the soft touch providing her with a sense of reassurance.
The anxiety, anger, and sorrow of the adults around her surged like a tide, overwhelming her senses.
She could feel Aelia's body trembling, hear her brother's suppressed breaths, and even smell the tension hanging in the air.
Ke Luna was different.
She came from another world, carrying all the memories of this novel.
She knew that Leonard's betrayal was just the beginning; a greater crisis lay ahead.
If left unchecked, the entire family would face destruction.
No, she would never allow such a thing to happen!
She had to protect this home, to safeguard her beloved Mother and Brothers!
Her bright, lively eyes sparkled with wisdom, shining like the brightest star in the night sky, illuminating the path ahead.
Luna's mind raced as scenes from the original story flashed through her thoughts.
She remembered Leonard's Concubine, a woman named Lilith, who was no ordinary character.
She was a ruthless femme fatale, driven by immense ambition and a desire for control.
Leonard was merely her pawn; her true target was the entire Glorious Demon Fortress!
And the key to unraveling this situation lay in... Luna's lips curled into a sly smile.
She knew what she had to do.
Meanwhile, Lucius felt as if a bottle of mixed emotions had been overturned in his heart—sour, sweet, bitter, salty; he experienced every flavor.
He looked at Mother’s weary face and listened to his brother’s furious roar, a wave of helplessness washing over him.
How he wished he could possess powerful magic like his brother to protect their family, but... he was just an ordinary Mage, unable to compete with Leonard.
What troubled him even more was Luna.
Could this little baby truly possess the power to change the family's destiny, as Mother and Brother have said?
He had to admit that there was a strange light in Luna's eyes that made one want to believe in her.
But after all, she was just a baby!
It was too unrealistic!
"Are we really going to trust a baby?" Lucius's voice was low and hoarse, carrying a hint of barely perceptible tremor.
His words fell like a stone into a calm lake, stirring up ripples.
Brother suddenly turned his head, his gaze sharp as he fixed it on him. "Lucius, what do you mean by that?"
"Brother, it's not that I don't believe in Luna," Lucius quickly explained. "I just... I just find it too unbelievable! She's just a baby!"
"Lucius," Aelia's voice was gentle yet firm. "I understand your concerns, but Luna is our hope. We must believe in her!"
"But..." Lucius wanted to say more but was interrupted by Brother.
"Enough, Lucius!" Brother's voice held an undeniable authority. "This is not the time for doubt. We must unite and face the crisis ahead together!"
"I know, Brother," Lucius lowered his head, his tone filled with helplessness and guilt. "I'm just... I'm just afraid..."
"Afraid of what?" Brother stepped closer, patting Lucius's thin shoulders. "We are all part of the Glorious Demon Fortress. We will not give up, nor will we be defeated! We will overcome all difficulties!"
The words of his elder brother flowed into Lucius's heart like a warm current, dispelling the fears and anxieties that had taken root within him.
He lifted his head and met his brother's steadfast gaze, feeling hope rekindle in his chest.
"You're right, brother," Lucius said, his voice filled with strength. "We will overcome all difficulties!"
"Good!" A smile of relief spread across his brother's face. "That's the Lucius I know!"
The atmosphere in the room gradually lightened.
Everyone gathered together, beginning to discuss how to confront the crisis at hand.
Luna lay quietly in Aelia's embrace, listening to the adults' conversation while her little mind raced with thoughts.
"We must first understand Leonard's true intentions," his brother said. "Why did he betray the family? What is his relationship with Lilith?"
"Exactly," Aelia nodded. "We need to uncover the truth as soon as possible so we can formulate an appropriate response."
"But how do we investigate?" Lucius asked. "Leonard certainly won't easily reveal the truth to us."
"I have a way," Luna's voice suddenly chimed in, clear and bright.
Everyone turned to look at her in surprise.
A mysterious smile appeared on Luna's small face as she said, "I know Leonard's secret..."
“What secret?” everyone asked in unison.
Luna pointed her little finger out the window and said, “There’s a secret cave in the forest outside the city…”
Before Luna could finish her sentence, she was interrupted by a series of urgent knocks on the door.
“Knock, knock, knock!”
“Who is it?” the eldest brother asked.
“It’s me, Qin Si,” came the anxious voice from outside. “Madam, the master has returned!”
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