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墨書 Inktalez
"We will reclaim everything that belongs to us." Aelia's voice was low and resolute, sounding like a vow or a promise made to herself.
She held Luna tightly, the small body in her arms seeming to be her only support, providing a glimmer of comfort in the eye of the storm.
Luna stirred in her embrace, her tiny hand gently patting Aelia's chest, as if to comfort her and lend her strength.
The room was terrifyingly quiet, with only the crackling flames in the fireplace breaking the silence, reminiscent of Destiny's gears turning.
Leonard sat dejectedly in a chair, his hands tightly gripping the letters, his knuckles turning white from the pressure.
The color had drained from his face, and his eyes were hollow, resembling a soulless shell.
Luna blinked her big eyes, appearing innocent yet possessing a sharp mind.
She knew that these letters alone were not enough; to completely crush Leonard, she needed to ruin him utterly and make him taste betrayal.
"Mommy," Luna said in a baby voice, soft yet clear, "does that auntie… have a little brother too?" She deliberately used a childish tone for this statement, which detonated like a bomb in the silent room.
Aelia jolted, looking at Leonard in disbelief.
Leonard's body stiffened as he abruptly raised his head.
"You... how do you know?" His voice trembled as if someone had gripped his throat.
Luna tilted her head innocently. "I heard Aunt Cessy say it."
Of course, this was a lie; Qin Si was fiercely loyal to Aelia and would never reveal any secrets.
But this lie struck at Leonard's weak spot, leaving him feeling vulnerable and exposed.
Aelia's gaze pierced through Leonard like a knife, her lips tightly pressed together until she tasted a hint of blood.
With a trembling voice, she asked, "Is it true? Do you... do you really have an illegitimate child?"
Leonard avoided her gaze, remaining silent. His silence was undoubtedly an admission.
Aelia's heart shattered completely, as if it had been ruthlessly torn apart, leaving her gasping for breath.
She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and struggled to regain control of her emotions.
"Fine, very well," she said slowly, each word squeezed out with venomous hatred.
"Leonard, just wait!"
Meanwhile, the atmosphere in her brother's room was filled with joy.
Ever since Luna helped him lift the curse of Magic Backlash, he had rekindled his passion for magic.
He practiced day and night and finally made a breakthrough today.
He successfully cast a high-level spell, and the room was instantly filled with radiant light, as the Magic Element danced joyfully as if celebrating his achievement.
"I did it!" he exclaimed excitedly, his voice brimming with joy and confidence.
Family members rushed in to congratulate him, their faces glowing with smiles.
His progress was not only a personal victory but also a beacon of hope for the family.
In the room of Second Brother, the atmosphere was entirely different.
He locked himself away, repeatedly recalling the moments spent with his dear friend, trying to uncover the signs of betrayal from Silk.
Luna's hints gradually helped him clarify his thoughts.
He remembered some words his friend had once said and actions he had taken—details he had previously overlooked now seemed filled with suspicion.
"So that's how it is..." he murmured to himself, clenching his fists tightly, Ailya's White Nails digging deep into his flesh without him even noticing.
"I won't let you get away with this!" he gritted through clenched teeth, his voice brimming with hatred.
In Brother San's room, however, a vibrant scene unfolded.
Encouraged by Luna, he finally became aware of the errors in neglecting his training.
He opened the long-dusty Grimoire and began studying anew.
With anticipation, he immersed himself in magical practice, his eyes shining with determination.
"I will become a powerful Mage!" he vowed silently to himself.
Aelia hurriedly carried Luna in her arms, her skirt slicing through the air like a sharp Arc.
Her face was as pale as paper, as if all the blood had frozen deep within her heart.
Luna nestled obediently in her embrace, her little head rubbing against Aelia's Luna, silently offering comfort.
As Aelia pushed open the door to Qin Si's room, the strength she had been holding onto seemed to collapse in an instant. Her eyes reddened, and she nearly broke into tears.
Qin Si was sitting in front of the grooming table, carefully polishing Aelia's frequently used jewelry.
Hearing the sound of the door, she quickly stood up, her face filled with a concerned smile.
"Madam, what brings you here? Are you feeling unwell?" She hurried over, wanting to support Aelia.
Aelia shook her head and tightly grasped Qin Si's hand; the cold touch made Qin Si's heart sink.
"Qin Si, I... I have something to tell you," Aelia's voice was hoarse, laced with a barely perceptible tremor.
Qin Si, ever perceptive, immediately sensed that Aelia must be facing something serious.
She promptly dismissed the other maids from the room and closed the door tightly before returning to Aelia's side. With a firm tone, she said, "Madam, please speak freely. Qin Si will always stand by your side."
Aelia took a deep breath as if trying to expel all her grievances and pain.
Looking at Qin Si's familiar and loyal face, the defenses she had built up crumbled completely, and tears streamed down her cheeks uncontrollably.
"Qin Si, I... I'm sorry for you and for everyone in the Magic Castle!" Aelia choked out, her voice filled with despair.
Qin Si panicked. She quickly used a handkerchief to wipe away Aelia's tears and anxiously asked, "Madam, what's wrong? What happened? Please don't scare me!"
Aelia recounted Leonard's betrayal and how Luna had exposed his lies in detail.
As she spoke of the emotional turmoil, her voice broke completely, resembling a lost child—helpless and bewildered.
Qin Si was left speechless, utterly shocked by what she had just heard.
She never expected that the usually graceful Lord would commit such a despicable act!
With a heavy heart, she embraced Aelia tightly, softly reassuring her, "My lady, please don't be too upset. This kind of man isn't worth your tears. Rest assured, whatever decision you make, Qin Si will support you!"
Aelia clung to Qin Si, feeling the warmth radiating from her.
In this tumultuous moment, Qin Si was her only source of comfort.
"Qin Si, thank you," Aelia said, her voice low yet resolute. "I won't let this go! I will make Leonard pay for what he has done, and I will reclaim everything that belongs to us!"
Qin Si nodded vigorously. "My lady, you're absolutely right! We cannot sit idly by; we must strike back! My life belongs to you; whatever you ask of me, I will do!"
The two women held each other tightly, their hearts ablaze with the fire of vengeance.
Meanwhile, in another part of the Glorious Demon Fortress, Third Young Master Lucius stood alone by the window, gazing at the twinkling stars in the night sky.
Lately, the events unfolding within his family had left him feeling incredibly stifled and anxious.
His father's betrayal, his elder brother's recovery, Second Brother's quest for revenge, and the enigmatic infant Luna… all of it felt like a tangled mess that he couldn't untangle.
He had always considered himself a carefree playboy, indulging in pleasures while remaining indifferent to family matters.
However, when the family faced a true crisis, he realized just how powerless and insignificant he truly was.
He began to reflect on his past and recognized that he had been foolish and immature.
He once possessed exceptional Magical Talent, but he squandered his potential in pursuit of pleasure.
He once had a happy and harmonious family, yet he remained oblivious to it due to his own indifference.
"I can’t go on like this!" Lucius silently vowed to himself. "I must do something for my family, I need to alleviate some of the pressure on Mother, and I want to restore the Glorious Demon Fortress to its former glory!"
He clenched his fists tightly, deciding that starting tomorrow, he would pick up the Grimoire again, diligently train, and enhance his abilities.
He wanted to become a true Mage, a man capable of shielding his family from the storms of life!
Taking a deep breath, he turned and walked toward his desk, picking up a long-dusty Grimoire.
As night deepened, the entire Glorious Demon Fortress was enveloped in a serene silence.
In Aelia's room, Qin Si brought over a cup of hot tea and handed it to Aelia.
"Madam, please have some tea to warm yourself," Qin Si said softly.
Aelia accepted the teacup and took a gentle sip, feeling a warm current spread throughout her body.
"Qin Si, what do you think... I should do?" Aelia looked at Qin Si.
Qin Si pondered for a moment before slowly replying, "Madam, I believe... there are some things you should know..."
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