Aelia stood there in a daze, Luna's small figure blocking her from the ethereal Leonard.
The faint sense of familiarity that had just washed over her felt like a delicate Dark Purple Thread, tugging at the deepest memories of her heart.
Those once-sweet moments flashed through her mind like a revolving lantern: Leonard's gentle gaze, his heartfelt embrace, the promises he had made... Each scene was so vivid, so real.
Yet, Luna's words pierced through her woven dream like a sharp knife.
Betrayal, illegitimate child—these terms gnawed at her heart like venomous snakes.
Those sweet memories had now turned into mocking blades, mercilessly tormenting her soul.
“No... it can't be...” Aelia murmured, her voice trembling violently as tears silently slid down her pale cheeks.
She stumbled back a few steps, as if she had lost all strength, collapsing helplessly into a chair.
Covering her face, Lucius' thin shoulders shook violently as suppressed sobs escaped through her fingers, gradually transforming into heart-wrenching cries.
“Madam! Madam!” Qin Si rushed forward upon seeing this, wrapping his arms around Aelia and gently patting her back, comforting her with concern, “Madam, you must take care of yourself!”
But Aelia seemed to hear nothing, lost in her own sorrow, crying uncontrollably.
The room echoed with her desperate sobs, breaking hearts with every sound.
Luna stood quietly to the side, watching Aelia's breakdown with mixed emotions swirling within her.
She understood that Aelia's pain at this moment was not just due to Leonard's betrayal but also because of the collapse of her long-held faith in love.
Taking a deep breath, Luna turned and walked towards her brother's room.
Now, it was time to address her brother's Magic Backlash issue.
Her brother had been bedridden for years due to the Magic Backlash.
Luna gently pushed open the door, and a faint medicinal scent wafted into the air.
Her brother lay on the bed, his face pale, eyes tightly closed, and brow furrowed as if he were enduring immense pain.
Luna approached the bedside and placed her small hand on his forehead.
A warm surge of magic flowed slowly into her brother's body, repairing his damaged Meridian.
He felt a warm current rushing through him, the pain gradually fading away, and his tightly knit brow began to relax.
Slowly, he opened his eyes and saw Luna standing beside him.
"Luna... is that you?" Her brother's voice was hoarse and weak.
"Yes, big brother, it's me," Luna replied with a sweet smile. "Your Magic Backlash has been lifted."
Her brother could hardly believe the magical power surging back within him, excitement shining in his eyes.
He struggled to sit up and reached out, tightly grasping Luna's small hand, gratefully saying, "Luna, thank you! Thank you!"
Luna watched her elder brother's excited expression, her heart filled with joy.
She knew that his Magical Talent was exceptionally high, and once the Magic Backlash was lifted, his strength would soar.
Next, Luna sought out her Second Brother and Brother San.
Second Brother had been deceived by a close friend and fell into a Magic Dilemma, leaving him dispirited and downcast.
Drawing from her past experiences, Luna guided Second Brother to break free from his predicament.
Realization dawned on Second Brother, and a smile spread across his face as the gloom in his heart dissipated.
Brother San had once been misled by Talent Misguidance, neglecting his training and spending his days aimlessly.
Luna encouraged him to start anew and devised a detailed training plan for him.
Brother San regained his confidence, his eyes burning with the fighting spirit of Xiong Xiong, determined to train hard and live up to Luna's expectations.
Luna looked at her brothers, who had found hope again, feeling an immense sense of comfort in her heart.
She knew that her arrival had changed their Destiny and also altered the future of the Glorious Demon Fortress.
As night deepened, moonlight streamed through the window, casting mottled Light and Shadow on the floor.
Luna stood by the window, gazing at the tranquil night outside, her mind swirling with thoughts.
Suddenly, a faint sound of footsteps echoed through the room.
Luna turned to see Lucius standing at the door, a complex light flickering in his eyes.
"Luna..." he called softly, "who... who are you really?"
Lucius's question was like a stone thrown into a still lake, sending ripples across the surface.
The atmosphere in the room shifted instantly, all eyes focused on Luna, filled with curiosity, anticipation, and even a hint of unspoken awe.
Luna did not answer immediately. Her small face, framed by the moonlight, revealed clear eyes that seemed to penetrate the hearts of those around her.
She glanced around; her elder brother's gratitude had not yet faded, Second Brother wore a look of renewed hope, while Brother San clenched his fists tightly, as if he had made a firm resolution.
Aelia, though still pale, now showed a glimmer of determination in her gaze.
Qin Si stood behind her, nervously observing everything.
"I am Luna," her youthful voice rang clear in the quiet room. "I am your family."
"But what you've done..." Lucius's voice was low and urgent as he stepped forward, seemingly trying to grasp something elusive. "How did you do it? What else do you know?"
Luna smiled slightly, a mysterious smile that left others guessing.
"I know more than you can imagine."
The group sat around an old, round table, where a few candles flickered softly, casting shadows that danced across each person's face.
The air was filled with a faint scent of herbs, reminiscent of the Cedar Fragrance that lingered in the elder brother's room throughout the years.
"The Glorious Demon Fortress cannot continue like this," the elder brother's voice broke the silence as he looked at Luna, his eyes filled with hope. "Luna, what should we do now? You must have a plan, right?"
Second Brother and Brother San turned their gazes toward Luna as well, their expressions eager.
Aelia, though silent, held Luna's small hand tightly, silently conveying her trust and expectations.
Qin Si stood quietly to the side, watching Luna with a worried expression, as if concerned whether her delicate shoulders could bear such a heavy responsibility.
Feeling the weight of their gazes upon her, Luna was filled with a warm current of emotion.
She understood that they trusted her, relied on her, and placed all their hopes in her hands.
Taking a deep breath, she stood up, her small figure appearing remarkably resolute.
"Don't worry," her youthful voice rang out clearly. "I will restore the Glorious Demon Fortress to its former glory!"
The candlelight flickered, elongating Luna's petite silhouette against the wall, as if a powerful Mage was casting a mysterious spell.
In the deep of night, Luna's figure disappeared down the corridor leading into the depths of the Magic Castle, leaving behind only a faint trace of Magical Fluctuation in the air…
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