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Qin Si's voice was as light as a feather falling to the ground, yet it stirred up a tempest within Aelia's heart.
"Madam, regarding the Lord of the Fortress... there are some rumors outside..." She stammered, unable to meet Aelia's gaze, her slender fingers nervously twisting the hem of her garment.
A chill gripped Aelia's heart, a wave of coldness surging from her feet to the top of her head.
Her fingers trembled slightly around the teacup, sending ripples across the surface of the tea, mirroring her chaotic emotions at that moment.
"What... rumors?" She struggled to maintain her composure, but her voice was as dry as sandpaper.
Qin Si took a deep breath, as if steeling herself for what was to come.
"Madam, I... I've heard that the Lord of the Fortress has a separate courtyard outside the city... and there is a woman... and a child..." Each word seemed to squeeze out from between her teeth, laden with an indescribable weight.
Clatter! The teacup slipped from Aelia's hand and shattered on the floor, the sharp sound echoing painfully in the silent room.
Warm tea splashed onto her hand, but she felt nothing.
The world seemed to freeze at that moment, leaving only Qin Si's trembling voice reverberating in her ears.
Aelia sat frozen in her chair, as if her soul had been drawn out. The light in her eyes gradually dimmed.
Shock, pain, disbelief... a torrent of emotions surged within her, ultimately coalescing into a bone-chilling coldness that enveloped her tightly.
She recalled the scene of her first meeting with Leonard—his handsome face, his gentle smile, and those vows they exchanged... Those sweet memories that once intoxicated her now felt like sharp blades, cutting into her heart with each recollection.
Tears fell silently, leaving two clear trails on Aelia's pale face.
She clutched her chest tightly, as if a massive stone were pressing down on her, making it hard to breathe.
She had once believed she possessed the most beautiful love in the world and the happiest family, but it turned out that all of this was merely an illusory dream.
Luna's small figure stood at the doorway, taking in everything before her.
Her tiny hand gripped Hem tightly, her heart filled with pain and compassion for Aelia.
She knew this was just the beginning of the story; a greater storm was yet to come.
She had to do something to change it all!
The Underworld, a place filled with the unknown and danger, might be the only hope.
A bold idea emerged in Luna's mind: she would venture into the Underworld to seek a way to break the deadlock!
She approached Aelia and spoke in her tender voice, "Mother, I know of a place that might... might change everything..."
Aelia lifted her head, her eyes glistening with tears as she looked at Luna.
She didn't understand what Luna meant, but the determination in Luna's eyes gave her a glimmer of hope.
Luna shared her thoughts with Aelia, knowing it was risky, but it was the only solution she could think of.
After hearing Luna's words, Aelia was filled with worry and fear.
The Underworld, a place steeped in the aura of death—how could she bear to let Luna take such a risk?
But looking into Luna's determined eyes, she understood that this might be their only hope.
"Luna..." Aelia's voice trembled as she tried to dissuade her, unsure of how to begin.
"Mother, trust me," Luna said, gripping Aelia's hand with conviction. "I will find a way!"
Aelia gazed at Luna, and finally nodded helplessly, tears once again blurring her vision.
She placed all her hopes on this small figure, praying that she would return safely and bring a miracle.
The room fell into silence, with only Aelia's stifled sobs echoing in the air.
Suddenly, Qin Si spoke up. "Madam..."
Qin Si suddenly knelt before Aelia, tears rolling down like pearls from a broken string.
"Madam, let me go! Let me accompany Young Miss!" Her voice was choked yet resolute.
Aelia looked at Qin Si in surprise, her eyes brimming with tears.
"Qin Si, do you... do you know what the Underworld means? It is the realm of the dead, filled with danger and the unknown..."
Qin Si showed no fear; her eyes sparkled with unwavering determination.
"Madam, rest assured, I will do everything in my power to protect Young Miss, even if it costs me my life!" Her tone was firm and resolute, as if making an oath.
Seeing Qin Si's resolute expression, Aelia felt a whirlwind of emotions in her heart.
She understood Qin Si's loyalty to Luna and the determination she had to contribute to their family.
In the end, she weakly nodded, tears once again blurring her vision.
“Qin Si, thank you… thank you…”
Qin Si stood up, and she quickly wiped away her tears, transforming into a capable and decisive person.
She turned and briskly walked out of the room, starting to prepare the items for Luna's journey to the Underworld.
Time seemed to accelerate as Qin Si moved through the castle, collecting various rare Magic Herbs and drawing complex Magic Rune spells. Each step was meticulous, showcasing her incredible efficiency and extensive knowledge.
She carefully ground the gathered Nightlight Grass, Youminghua, and the legendary Ice Crystal Grass, which was said to ward off Han Qi from the Underworld, into a fine powder. Mixing it with a special potion, she stored it in an exquisite Crystal Bottle.
The fragrance of the potion wafted through the air, carrying a strange yet invigorating aroma that lifted one's spirits.
Next, she took out a sheet of pure white Magic Parchment and used special Magic Ink to draw intricate Magic Rune spells upon it.
Her pen danced across the Parchment, each line flowing smoothly and precisely, as if infused with powerful magic.
As she completed the final spell, a faint golden light emanated from the Parchment, making it hard to look directly at.
She carefully placed these items into an ancient Magic Bag and then hurried back to Aelia's room.
At that moment, Luna was quietly sitting beside Aelia, listening to her recount tales of their family's past and her hopes for the future.
“Young Miss, everything is ready,” Qin Si said respectfully and gently as she handed the Magic Bag to Luna.
Luna took the Magic Bag with a solemn nod.
She knew that this journey could lead to an uncertain fate, but there was no trace of fear in her heart, only a deep love for her family and a steadfast belief in the future.
She embraced Aelia and whispered in her ear, "Mother, wait for me to come back." Then, with determination, she turned and walked toward the portal leading to the Underworld.
The portal emitted an eerie blue glow, as if it were a gateway to another world.
Luna took a deep breath and stepped inside without hesitation.
Qin Si followed closely behind, their figure disappearing into the blue light.
Aelia stood in place, gazing at the empty portal, tears silently streaming down her cheeks.
She clasped her hands together and prayed quietly, hoping that Luna and Qin Si would return safely, bringing miracles with them...
The room was filled with silence, only Aelia's soft sobs echoing in the air.
Suddenly, she remembered Luna's words before she left: "Mother, I'm worried... I'm worried..."
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