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Luna's big, sparkling eyes glimmered with a cunning light that was far beyond her years.
Her small face, still retaining a hint of childishness, bore an expression of unwavering insight.
She knew that the fate of the Magic Castle, and indeed the future of her entire family, lay firmly in her tiny hands.
She must, and she certainly would, change everything!
In her past life as a Great Mage in the magical realm, she had grown accustomed to deception and intrigue, fully aware of the complexities and ugliness of human nature.
Now, reborn as a Cannon Fodder Baby in this magical world novel, she not only had to live for herself but also protect those who truly cared for her.
“Qin Si,” Luna's youthful voice, tinged with a barely perceptible seriousness, broke the silence in the room.
She waved to Qin Si, who stood nearby, her small figure nestled in the enormous chair, appearing particularly delicate.
“Come here; I have something to instruct you.”
Qin Si quickly set aside her work and hurried to Luna's side, respectfully bending down. “Miss, what do you need?”
Luna smiled mysteriously, pulling on Qin Si's sleeve to draw her closer.
Lowering her voice to a volume only they could hear, she slowly said, “Sister Qin Si, don’t you think that the Lord of the Fortress has been… acting strangely lately?”
Qin Si paused, looking at Luna with confusion. “The Lord of the Fortress? He has always been busy working hard for the future of Magic Castle; there hasn’t been anything unusual.”
Luna shook her head, a glint of cunning in her eyes. “No, I mean that the Lord of the Fortress doesn’t seem to care about Mother as much as he used to.”
Qin Si became even more puzzled. She thought back carefully and realized that it was indeed true.
Since Magic Castle had faced its crisis, the Lord of the Fortress had spent most of his time away from home and rarely had time to be with his wife.
“Miss, did you hear something?” Qin Si asked with concern.
She knew that although Luna was young, she was incredibly clever and possessed a mysterious power that allowed her to foresee the future.
Luna didn’t answer directly but continued to lower her voice. “I overheard… the Lord of the Fortress has another woman outside.”
“What?!” Qin Si felt as if she had been struck by lightning, momentarily frozen in place.
Her eyes widened in disbelief. “How… how is this possible? The Lord of the Fortress and his lady have always been so affectionate; how could it be…”
“It’s true,” Luna said with certainty, without a hint of hesitation. “I heard it with my own ears. That woman lives in a hidden estate near the Magic Castle.”
Qin Si's face turned pale, her body trembling slightly.
She couldn't believe what she had just heard, but Luna's expression was so resolute that she found it hard to dismiss.
“Miss, why are you telling me this?” Qin Si asked, her voice shaking.
Luna lifted her head, looking seriously at Qin Si. “Because I don’t want Mother to be kept in the dark. She deserves to know the truth and has the right to make her own choices.”
Qin Si took a deep breath, trying to calm herself.
She understood that this matter was serious; if it got out, the entire Magic Castle would be thrown into chaos.
“Miss, I need to think this over carefully,” Qin Si said before turning and hurriedly leaving the room.
She needed to inform the lady as soon as possible so that she could make an early decision.
Aelia was in her room embroidering shoes, each stitch filled with beautiful hopes for the future.
She wished to create a warm cloak for Leonard, hoping to ease his burdens.
“Lady!” Qin Si rushed in, not bothering to greet her properly, anxiety evident in her voice.
Aelia set down her needlework and looked at Qin Si with confusion. “Qin Si, what’s going on? Why are you in such a hurry?”
Qin Si took a deep breath, striving to steady her emotions. “Lady, I… I have something to tell you, but I don’t know if I should.”
“Just say it; don’t beat around the bush,” Aelia replied with a smile.
Qin Si bit her lip and summoned her courage. “Lady, I… I heard that the Lord of the Fortress… has another woman outside!”
“What did you say?!” Aelia's needlework fell to the ground with a sharp clatter.
Her face turned pale as she looked at Qin Si in disbelief. “You mean… Leonard… he has another woman outside?”
Qin Si nodded, her voice trembling as she replied, “I heard it from Luna. She said… she heard it with her own ears.”
Aelia felt as if she had been struck by lightning, frozen in shock.
She had been married to Leonard for many years, and they had always been deeply in love, the envy of everyone in Magic Castle.
She had always believed their bond was unbreakable and would never change.
But now, Qin Si was telling her that Leonard had betrayed her!
The beautiful illusion built over the years shattered completely in that moment.
Aelia felt as if her heart had been pierced by a sharp blade, the pain so intense that she could hardly breathe.
“No… it’s impossible! This can’t be true!” Aelia shook her head in anguish, tears streaming down her face.
She couldn’t believe it, couldn’t accept that Leonard would betray her.
“Madam, I know this is hard for you to accept, but… but Luna wouldn’t lie,” Qin Si said urgently.
Aelia covered her face and began to cry in despair.
She recalled Leonard’s recent odd behavior, his diminishing presence, and his always tired expression… Could all of this really be true?
Anger, sadness, despair… a whirlwind of emotions overwhelmed Aelia, nearly driving her to the brink of collapse.
She couldn’t accept it; she couldn’t accept that the husband she loved so dearly had betrayed her.
“I’m going to find him! I need to get to the bottom of this!” Aelia suddenly stood up, wiped her tears away, and spoke with determination.
She needed to confront Leonard herself and ask him why he had betrayed her!
Qin Si quickly blocked Aelia's path. "My lady, please calm down! Going to find the Lord of the Fortress now will only make things worse."
"No! I can't wait! Not for a moment!" Aelia shook off Qin Si's hand and stormed toward the exit.
She needed to see Leonard immediately; she had to hear his explanation in person.
Aelia ran at full speed, her footsteps hurried.
Her mind was a whirlwind of confusion, various thoughts crashing into one another.
She recalled the moments of love and connection she shared with Leonard, the vows they had exchanged… Could it be that all of this was just a lie?
She had to get answers; she needed to understand why Leonard would do this!
Aelia's sudden outburst startled many within the Magic Castle.
Everyone was left in the dark about what had happened, watching helplessly as she left in a fury.
Meanwhile, Luna stood by the window, watching Aelia's retreating figure with a faint smile playing on her lips.
She knew that the real drama was just beginning.
"Luna," Aelia turned her head and asked softly, "Do you believe me?"
Luna did not respond, merely gazing silently at Aelia.
Aelia said nothing more and turned to leave the room.
Her silhouette appeared especially lonely and desolate under the fading light of the sunset.
A storm was about to break.
In the study, Leonard was bent over his desk, dealing with official matters, looking weary.
He rubbed his temples, feeling a wave of frustration wash over him.
Recently, the Magic Castle faced increasing pressure, and Leonard found himself out and about almost every day, searching for ways to resolve the crisis.
“Lord of the Fortress,” a Knight entered and respectfully said, “My lady… the lady has arrived.”
Leonard paused, confusion crossing his face as he looked up. “Aelia? What is she here for?”
Before he could gather his thoughts, Aelia stormed in, her anger palpable.
“Leonard! You need to explain yourself! Are you seeing another woman?” Aelia's voice was sharp and furious, filled with accusation.
Leonard was taken aback, disbelief washing over him as he stared at Aelia, unsure why she was suddenly confronting him like this.
“Aelia, what are you talking about? How could I…”
“Stop pretending! I already know!” Aelia interrupted him, tears streaming down her face. “Do you think I’m oblivious? Do you think I would still naively trust you like before?”
Leonard's face turned pale.
“Aelia, let me explain…”
“I don’t want to hear your excuses! I just want to know why you betrayed me!” Aelia's voice was a heart-wrenching roar.
Leonard fell silent.
“I…” he struggled to speak but found himself at a loss for words.
“Go on! Say something!” Aelia pressed on relentlessly.
Leonard closed his eyes and let out a long sigh.
“Yes, Aelia, I… I do have another woman outside.”
Hearing Leonard's admission struck Aelia like a blow; her body trembled violently as if all her strength had been drained away. Slowly, she sank to the ground.
Her heart had completely shattered.
“Why…” Aelia’s voice was weak and powerless, as if it came from the depths of hell.
Leonard looked at Aelia’s pained expression, filled with guilt.
But he knew that some things, once they happened, could never be undone.
“I’m sorry, Aelia,” Leonard said in a low, hoarse voice.
Aelia remained silent, tears streaming down her face.
Her heart was filled with endless sorrow and despair.
“Who is that woman?” Aelia suddenly lifted her head, her gaze cold as she stared at Leonard.
Leonard paused for a moment before slowly replying, “Her name is…”
“Enough!” Aelia interrupted him again, her tone resolute. “I don’t want to know who she is! I just want to know what you plan to do.”
Leonard looked at Aelia, his expression complicated.
He knew that Aelia had completely lost faith in him.
“I…” Leonard was at a loss for words, unsure how to respond.
Aelia slowly stood up, wiped her tears away, and said coldly, “Leonard, starting today, I am no longer your wife. Let’s… get a divorce.”
After saying this, Aelia left the study without looking back, leaving Leonard standing there alone in solitude.
Qin Si had been waiting outside the door and rushed over when she saw Aelia come out. “Madam, are you alright?”
Aelia didn’t respond; she simply shook her head and walked toward her room with vacant eyes.
Qin Si watched Aelia’s retreating figure with concern, her heart filled with unease.
She knew that this incident would surely bring tremendous upheaval to Magic Castle.
The night grew even darker.
Luna stood by the window, gazing at the twinkling stars in the night sky, a mysterious smile playing on her lips.
"It seems everything is unfolding according to my plan," Luna murmured to herself, her eyes glinting with cunning light.
"Miss, what are you looking at?" Sister Qin Si approached and asked softly.
Luna turned her head, looking at Sister Qin Si, and said gently, "Sister Qin Si, what do you think... will happen next?"
Sister Qin Si paused for a moment, unsure of how to respond.
She knew that Luna's prophecies had never been wrong.
"I... I don't know," Sister Qin Si replied quietly.
Luna smiled but said nothing more. She understood that some things were beyond prediction.
"Just wait and see, Sister Qin Si. Soon, you will know," Luna said before turning and walking into the room.
Sister Qin Si stood there, watching Luna's retreating figure, filled with confusion.
She had no idea what kind of destiny awaited the Magic Castle next.
In the pitch-black room, only Luna's youthful voice echoed in the empty space.
"The show is about to begin..."
The night was as dark as ink, and a cold wind swept through, bringing a chill.
In the hall of the Glorious Demon Fortress, the elder brother sat by the fireplace, tightly gripping a silver cup in his hand, his gaze hollow as he stared at the flickering Dark Purple Flame.
He had once been a talented Mage, but a Magic Backlash had cost him his Twin Legs and plunged his life into endless darkness.
His heart was filled with resentment towards Destiny and hatred for Leonard.
Suddenly, the door was gently pushed open, and Qin Si hurried in, a hint of tension and worry on her face.
“Elder Brother, are you there?” she asked softly, her footsteps urgent.
The elder brother looked up, his gaze icy as it fell on Qin Si, his brows slightly furrowed. “Qin Si, what happened?” His tone carried a rare seriousness.
Qin Si took a deep breath, trying to calm her emotions. “Elder Brother, the Madam… she wants to divorce the Lord of the Fortress.”
The elder brother's hand paused, the silver cup making a faint sound.
“What did you say?!” His voice was low but carried an undeniable authority.
Qin Si nodded, a hint of regret in her eyes. “The Madam found out that the Lord of the Fortress has another woman outside.”
The elder brother's face turned ashen in an instant. He stood up abruptly, his fingers trembling slightly.
“That scoundrel!” he roared, his voice echoing in the empty hall as if the entire Magic Castle was shaking.
He recalled his past pain and Leonard's indifference at critical moments, and a fire ignited within him.
“Elder Brother, the Madam needs your support,” Qin Si said softly.
The elder brother's tightly clenched fist slowly relaxed, determination igniting in his eyes.
“Rest assured, I will stand by the Madam's side. She should not be treated this way.” He looked out the window; in the night, it seemed as if countless cold eyes were watching him, yet his heart remained resolute.
He turned to Qin Si with a firm tone. “Please tell the Madam that I will help her.”
Meanwhile, in another part of the Magic Castle, Second Brother sat alone in his study, holding a heavy Ancient Grimoire in hand but gazing vacantly outside.
Above him, an oil lamp cast a dim yellow light that illuminated his slightly gaunt face.
Once regarded as a promising Genius Mage, he had fallen into endless despair due to a betrayal by a close friend and had since been unable to recover.
Suddenly, footsteps echoed from outside the door, and Qin Si pushed it open, her face etched with urgency.
“Second Young Master, the lady needs your help,” she said hurriedly, her tone laced with tension.
Second Brother looked up, a flicker of confusion crossing his features. “What happened?”
Taking a deep breath, Qin Si recounted everything about Aelia and Leonard in detail.
The expression on Second Brother's face turned serious, a wave of complex emotions surging within him.
He recalled the pain of being deceived by his closest friend all those years ago and the internal strife within the family, all of which filled him with an overwhelming sense of weariness and disappointment.
“Second Young Master, the lady needs your support,” Qin Si said again, her tone now tinged with a plea.
Slowly rising to his feet, Second Brother clenched his fists silently, a bitter smile tugging at the corners of his mouth.
“That scoundrel Leonard will not succeed,” he murmured, but his voice carried an undeniable resolve.
Turning to Qin Si, he spoke steadily, “I will go see the lady.”
Meanwhile, in another room of the Magic Castle, Brother San lay languidly on a soft sofa, a glass of rich red wine in hand, his gaze somewhat dazed.
He had always held himself in high regard due to his Magical Talent but had gradually neglected his training.
His life was filled with endless indulgence and laziness, as if he had forgotten his initial dreams.
Qin Si entered the room, worry etched on her face.
“Third Young Master Lucius, the lady needs your help,” she said urgently, her tone carrying a hint of desperation.
Brother San lifted his head, his gaze unfocused as he looked at Qin Si. “What happened?”
Qin Si proceeded to inform him about Aelia and Leonard.
Brother San furrowed his brows, the haze in his eyes gradually dissipating, replaced by a resolute light.
He recalled his once grand ambitions and the wasted years due to his innate talent, a wave of intense regret surging within him.
“Third Young Master Lucius, the lady needs your support,” Qin Si said again, a hint of hope in her tone.
Brother San slowly rose to his feet, determination shining in his gaze.
“I always thought I was exceptionally gifted, yet I failed to realize how many years I squandered. I can’t continue like this,” he murmured, his voice laced with resolve.
He looked at Qin Si, his eyes firm. “I will meet with the lady and change the situation for our family.”
Lucius felt a mix of anxiety and anticipation at the impending turmoil facing the family, a complex emotion flickering in his eyes.
On the other side of Magic Castle, Lucius stood by the window, gazing at the twinkling stars in the night sky. His expression was calm, yet there was a hint of complexity in his gaze.
As Third Young Master Lucius of Glorious Demon Fortress, he had always been filled with hope for the family’s future but was also acutely aware of its internal complexities and ugliness.
Leonard’s betrayal would undoubtedly bring great upheaval to the family, yet he felt an inexplicable thrill within.
Suddenly, Qin Si entered the room, her expression tense. “Third Young Master Lucius, the lady needs your support.”
Lucius turned to face Qin Si, a flicker of confusion crossing his features. “What happened?”
Qin Si informed him about Aelia and Leonard’s situation.
Lucius’s expression shifted slightly but quickly returned to calmness.
He felt both anxious and hopeful; perhaps the impending turmoil was the opportunity he had long awaited.
“Third Young Master Lucius, the lady needs your support,” Qin Si reiterated, her tone pleading.
Lucius smiled faintly, determination gleaming in his eyes.
“I understand. I will meet with the lady,” he replied softly, but there was an undeniable firmness in his voice.
He turned and walked toward the door, his heart filled with complex emotions, yet his steps were resolute.
Leonard faced Aelia's questioning with initial panic, followed by a forced calm as he tried to argue his way out.
Meanwhile, in Leonard's study, he was hunched over his desk dealing with official matters, looking weary.
Suddenly, the door was flung open, and Aelia stormed in, her anger palpable.
Her face was a mix of fury and despair, her eyes radiating an irresistible force.
Leonard froze for a moment, unable to believe what he was seeing. He couldn't comprehend why Aelia was confronting him so fiercely.
"Aelia, what are you talking about? How could I..." His voice carried a hint of panic and confusion.
Leonard's complexion turned pale as fear and chaos washed over him.
He realized that the truth had come to light.
He tried to maintain his composure, but his mind was in turmoil.
"Aelia, please let me explain..." he pleaded softly.
Leonard fell silent, taking a deep breath in an effort to regain his calm.
"Yes, Aelia, I... I do have another woman outside," he said quietly, his tone laced with helplessness and guilt.
Upon hearing Leonard's admission, Aelia trembled violently as if all her strength had been drained away. She slowly sank to the ground.
Her heart felt utterly shattered.
"Why..." Her voice was weak and feeble, as if it had emerged from the depths of hell.
Leonard looked at Aelia's pained expression, filled with guilt himself.
But he knew that some things, once they happened, could never be undone.
"I'm sorry, Aelia," his voice was low and hoarse.
Aelia said nothing, only silently shed tears.
Her heart was filled with endless sadness and despair.
She slowly stood up, wiped her tears, and said coldly, "Leonard, from today on, I am no longer your wife. Let's... get a divorce."
After she finished speaking, she left the study without looking back, leaving Leonard standing there alone, a hint of despair and unwillingness in his eyes.
The night grew even darker.
Luna stood by the window, gazing at the twinkling stars in the night sky, a mysterious smile playing on her lips.
"It seems everything is unfolding according to my plan," she murmured to herself, her eyes sparkling with cunning light.
She knew this was just the beginning; the real storm was yet to come.
Luna smiled again and said nothing more.
She understood that some things were unpredictable.
"Just wait and see, Sister Qian Si. Soon, you will know," Luna said before turning to walk into her room.
Qin Si stood in place, watching Luna's retreating figure, her heart filled with confusion.
She had no idea what kind of destiny awaited the Magic Castle next.
Meanwhile, in Aelia's room, a suffocating sound of crying echoed, as if foretelling an even greater storm was about to arrive.
The Glorious Demon Fortress, usually a magnificent sight, now resembled a volcano on the verge of eruption.
And the two-year-old Xiao Luna, whose laughter could enchant dragons, was about to ignite the fuse.
With the astonishing insight granted by her reincarnated soul, she knew that today was the pivotal day.
On this day, the seemingly impenetrable wall of lies built by Leonard would come crashing down.
On this day, her beautiful yet tragically naive mother, Aerya, would finally see the truth.
Luna's chubby little hand clutched half-eaten Sugar Coated plum as she cleverly positioned herself near the enormous Tapestry depicting the origins of the Glorious Family.
Aerya paced back and forth nearby, her brow furrowed due to her eldest son's recent magical mishap.
Luna's older brother, that poor lad, had overexerted his magical abilities, a consequence of his reckless defiance against Destiny, which had left him physically disabled yet still striving to prove himself.
Aerya's heart ached for him, and Luna knew she could exploit her mother's tenderness, but that thought filled her with guilt.
She told herself it was for the greater good.
“Mommy,” Luna chirped sweetly, her voice as delightful as sweet wine, as she pointed with her sticky fingers at the Tapestry.
“Bad men... like... Daddy... are with... pretty women.”
Aerya halted in her tracks. “Luna, sweetheart, what are you talking about?” She assumed it was just childish nonsense and brushed it off, but the seed had already been sown.
Later that afternoon, Luna cunningly “accidentally” spilled a cup of juice near Leonard's study.
Qin Si, the diligent maid, rushed to clean up the mess but unexpectedly discovered a hidden compartment containing a Letter... a love letter... addressed to someone other than Aerya.
The ornate handwriting was clearly feminine, unfamiliar to Aerya.
The news spread like wildfire throughout the castle.
The Second Son was still tormented by the betrayal of his so-called best friend in magic (a plot Luna vividly remembered from the book), and witnessing this impending storm brought him a twisted sense of satisfaction.
Even the Third Son, usually lost in his half-understood Ancient Spells and grand fantasies of Magical Power, sensed the shift in atmosphere within the castle.
For once, he set aside his dusty Grimoire and watched with wide eyes, curious about the unfolding drama.
Aerya confronted Leonard directly.
The ensuing argument was exceptionally intense, echoing through the corridors of Glory Castle like thunder.
There were denials, accusations, and tears… a complete farce.
Luna curled up safely in her Cradle, feeling a mix of emotions—joy from victory and a hint of sadness.
She had pushed events forward, altering the family's Destiny. Even Leonard's beloved and proud son, Lucius, seemed unsettled by the upheaval.
The consequences came swiftly and disastrously.
Leonard, exposed, left in a fit of rage, leaving Aerya heartbroken behind.
Yet amidst the chaos, something began to change.
Aerya's eyes sparkled with newfound strength.
It was a power born from betrayal, but also one that signified resilience.
The Glorious Family was fractured and scarred, finally forced to confront its issues.
And all of this was thanks to a two-year-old girl holding a Sugar Coating plum, her eyes twinkling with mischief.
Who would have thought that such a little one could become the architect of chaos?
At least for Luna, this was just the beginning of her actions.
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