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墨書 Inktalez
As the night had not yet fully faded, the Glorious Demon Fortress was already disrupted by a flurry of footsteps and hushed whispers, breaking the tranquility of the early hours.
The glow of magical lamps pierced through the heavy curtains, casting flickering light and shadow on the ancient stone walls, as if heralding an unusual day ahead.
Qin Si cautiously pushed open the door to Luna's room, her movements gentle as if she were handling a fragile treasure.
She approached the exquisite cradle, gazing at Luna, who was still pouting in her sleep.
"Young Miss, it's time to wake up. The Lord is about to depart," Qin Si's voice was soft as a feather brushing against one's ear, laced with a hint of unnoticeable concern.
Perhaps it was a shared intuition or some unseen magical connection; as soon as Qin Si's words fell, Luna slowly opened her bright, clear eyes.
"Yi Ya..." Luna murmured indistinctly, her small body shifting restlessly in the cradle.
She seemed to sense that something was about to happen; her originally pink little face scrunched up in worry.
Seeing this, Qin Si quickly lifted Luna from the cradle, gently patting her back while soothingly saying, "Young Miss, be good. The Lord is just going out on a mission and will be back soon."
But Luna was not convinced; she knew all too well what changes awaited Leonard upon his departure.
That fickle-hearted man was practically the fuse for the crisis engulfing the entire Magic Castle!
Thinking of this made her even more anxious. She waved her little arms, trying to express her reluctance and concern.
"Yiyi Ya! Wah wah..." Though Luna's voice was tender, it brimmed with urgency and care, sounding as if she were pleading for Leonard not to leave.
Qin Si looked at Luna's distressed expression, feeling even more reluctant in her heart.
She knew how much Luna depended on Leonard; this Little One always had a keen sense for the emotional shifts around her and expressed them in her own way.
"You truly are a clever Little One," Qin Si couldn't help but gently tap Luna's forehead with his finger.
Outside the Magic Castle, dawn was breaking.
The gates of the Glorious Demon Fortress slowly opened, where the eldest brother, Second Brother, and Brother San had long been waiting to see Leonard off on his impending journey.
The eldest brother leaned on a staff intricately carved with complex Magic Patterns, his posture slightly hunched—a lingering effect from the Magic Backlash he had suffered years ago.
Despite his limited mobility, he insisted on coming to bid farewell. He understood the dangers of this mission and the heavy burden resting on Leonard's shoulders.
As a member of the family, all he could do was silently pray for Leonard's safe return.
Second Brother stood beside the eldest brother, his expression somewhat dazed. The recent betrayal by a close friend had left him deeply skeptical about life.
He didn't know who he could trust anymore or what direction his future should take.
But he knew that Leonard was his family, one of the few people in this world he could rely on.
So he came, carrying a glimmer of hope along with a sense of confusion.
Brother San appeared absent-minded; despite possessing enviable Magical Talent, he had squandered his potential by relying too heavily on his gifts and neglecting his training.
He felt that this farewell was merely a formality, something he did not take to heart.
However, when he saw Leonard's figure appear, he still forced himself to muster some spirit and put on a perfunctory smile.
A melancholic yet solemn atmosphere filled the air.
Aelia slowly walked out, cradling Luna in her arms.
Today, she wore a light purple Magic Robe that accentuated her dignified elegance.
Even though she already knew Leonard's secret, she still loved this man deeply and did not want him to suffer any harm.
“Leonard…” Aelia's voice trembled slightly as she approached him and handed over Luna. “Take Luna with you; she will bring you good luck.”
Leonard took Luna in his arms, feeling the warmth radiating from her, and a surge of tenderness welled up in his heart.
He gently kissed Luna's forehead and said softly, “Don’t worry; I will come back safely.”
Luna, held close by Leonard, felt his presence and was overwhelmed with mixed emotions.
She understood the dangers this man was about to face and knew that everything he did was to protect this magical world.
“Daddy! Wuwu…” Luna called out indistinctly for “Daddy,” her small hands tightly clutching Leonard's clothing as if trying to prevent him from leaving.
“Our little Xiao Luna is just being affectionate with Daddy,” Leonard said with a smile as he playfully rubbed her nose.
“Be good, Luna. Make a wish for Daddy so he can come back soon,” Aelia encouraged from the side.
Luna understood Aelia's meaning. She made an effort to lift her head and looked at Leonard with her clear eyes, mumbling, "Peace!"
Leonard's heart trembled; he knew what Luna's wish was.
As the Lord of the Glorious Demon Fortress, he bore the heavy responsibility of ensuring peace in the world of Guardian Magic.
"Alright, I promise you. I will do everything I can to restore peace and stability to this world," Leonard said solemnly, his voice filled with determination and strength.
Luna smiled contentedly. She reached out her small hand and gently patted Leonard's Luna, as if encouraging him.
"By the way, Daddy," Luna suddenly remembered something and spoke in a muffled voice, "the new Magic Circle... research..."
Leonard was slightly taken aback; he hadn't expected Luna to be concerned about the Magic Circle.
This little one was becoming increasingly clever.
"Are you saying that I should have the accompanying Mage research the new Magic Circle?" Leonard asked tentatively.
Luna nodded vigorously.
"Okay, I promise you," Leonard said with a smile. "I will have them do their best in the research."
Only then did Luna feel relieved. She knew that the new Magic Circle was crucial for resisting the impending crisis.
As long as they could enhance the defensive capabilities of the Magic Circle, it would provide more breathing room for the Glorious Demon Fortress.
Leonard returned Luna to Aelia and walked up to his elder brother. He patted Lucius' thin shoulders and said earnestly, "Brother, I'll leave the matters at home to you."
The elder brother nodded.
Leonard then turned to Second Brother and Brother San, encouraging them, "Work hard on your training and don't waste your talent."
Second Brother and Brother San nodded in understanding.
"I'm leaving," Leonard said, taking a deep breath as he turned to mount a massive Magical Flying Beast.
The beast was entirely snow-white, with a pair of enormous wings that radiated a powerful magical aura.
It was the symbol of the Glorious Demon Fortress and Leonard's most loyal companion.
Under the gaze of everyone, the Magical Flying Beast slowly ascended into the sky, flying off into the distance.
Leonard's figure gradually disappeared into the horizon, leaving only a faint silhouette behind.
After Leonard left, Luna's mind was far from idle.
Having sent away this "ticking time bomb," it was now time to address the issues within the Magic Castle!
Her little eyes twinkled as she devised a plan.
A few days later.
"San Guo pot! Give! Money!" Luna said in her signature unclear voice, pouting at Brother San, who was idly lounging in the garden.
Brother San was completely smitten by Luna's cuteness. He squatted down, pinched her pink little cheeks, and asked with a smile, "What does Xiao Luna want money for?"
“Establish! Girls' Academy!” Luna declared, enunciating each word as if announcing a grand plan.
Brother San was left puzzled. What was this Girls' Academy? What scheme was this Little One concocting?
“What is the Girls' Academy?” Brother San asked curiously.
“To teach! Girls! Magic!” Luna exclaimed, waving her little hands excitedly.
Only then did Brother San understand that Luna wanted to create a school specifically for teaching girls magic.
The idea was quite novel, but…
“However, it seems like there’s no such precedent in our Magic Castle, right?” Brother San said hesitantly.
“I want to be the principal!” Luna announced with determination, as if she could already envision herself standing at the podium, instructing countless Female Mages.
Brother San was amused by Luna's ambition and burst into laughter. “Alright, alright, my Xiao Luna wants to be the principal, then Brother San will support you!”
Saying this, Brother San pulled out a pile of gold coins from his Magic Ring and stuffed them into Luna's hands.
“Is this enough?” Brother San asked.
Luna looked at the heavy coins in her hands, her eyes sparkling with excitement.
She hugged the coins tightly and nodded vigorously.
“Enough! Enough!” Luna said joyfully.
“However, Xiao Luna, what do you need so much money for? Building a school isn't something that can be solved just with money,” Brother San said with some concern.
“Donations!” Luna replied with a mysterious smile.
Brother San was even more puzzled. Donations? To whom?
Just then, Aelia walked over and looked at Luna and Brother San.
“What are you two doing?” Aelia asked.
“Um... we are...” Brother San stammered, unsure of how to explain.
Luna didn’t care about that; she ran directly to Aelia, hugged her leg, and said in a baby voice, “Mama! Build! Girls! School!”
Aelia understood Luna's intention and smiled gently, patting her head. “Luna's idea is great, but using the family’s donations might face opposition from the Elders.”
Upon hearing this, Luna's little face instantly fell.
She hadn’t expected that her plan to establish the Girls' Academy would encounter obstacles.
“Why?” Luna asked in confusion.
Aelia sighed and explained, “The family’s donations are meant to support various endeavors of the Magic Castle. If we use them recklessly, it could affect the normal operation of the Magic Castle. Moreover, the Elders are quite conservative; they may not support your idea.”
Luna felt a bit disheartened after hearing Aelia’s words.
Could it be that her Girls' School Project was going to fall through?
Aelia looked at Luna's dejected expression, feeling a pang of sympathy in her heart.
She understood that Luna had good intentions and recognized the importance of establishing the Girls' Academy in the magical world.
However, she also had to consider the realities of the situation.
"How about this, Luna? I'll find a way to see if I can persuade the Elders," Aelia said.
Upon hearing this, Luna's eyes lit up once more.
She knew that as long as Aelia supported her, there was still hope for her Girls' School Project.
"Thank you, Mama!" Luna exclaimed happily.
Aelia smiled gently, and as she looked into Luna's hopeful eyes, she silently resolved to help Luna fulfill her dream.
Qin Si approached and said softly, "Madam, the banquet is ready."
Aelia nodded and turned to Luna, speaking softly, "Luna, let's go have dinner."
Luna obediently nodded and followed Aelia out of the garden.
Brother San watched their departing figures, filled with emotion.
This Xiao Luna was becoming more remarkable by the day.
He shook his head and turned to leave the garden.
At that moment, Luna was filled with doubt.
Aelia had just mentioned that using the family's donations would meet with opposition from the Elders.
So, how could she obtain enough funds to realize her Girls' School Project?
Her mind raced as she considered various possibilities.
Suddenly, an idea struck her.
"Sister Qin Si..." Luna tugged at Qin Si's hem and whispered softly.
Qin Si paused, looking at Luna with a puzzled expression.
Luna stood on her tiptoes and gently whispered something in Qin Si's ear.
After hearing it, Qin Si's expression changed slightly. She looked at Luna in surprise and asked, "Young Miss, are you... sure you want to do this?"
Luna nodded firmly, a mischievous glint in her eyes.
"Yes!"
Seeing the determination in Luna's gaze, Qin Si sighed inwardly.
This Young Miss was becoming increasingly difficult to read...
"Alright, I'll help you," Qin Si said helplessly.
Luna smiled happily upon hearing this.
"Thank you, Sister Qian Si!" Luna said excitedly.
Qin Si looked at Luna's innocent and bright smile, but her heart was filled with worry.
She couldn't help but wonder what kind of changes this Young Miss's plan would bring to the Glorious Demon Fortress...
"Young Miss, it's best not to let the lady know about this," Qin Si reminded her.
Luna nodded, indicating that she understood.
Thus, she could only proceed in secret.
"Don't worry, Sister Qian Si, I will keep it a secret," Luna said.
Qin Si nodded and didn't say anything further.
"Let's go, it's time for dinner," Qin Si said.
Luna nodded and followed Qin Si into the dining hall.
The atmosphere at the banquet was somewhat dull, with everyone silently eating their meals.
Aelia was also in a bad mood, still troubled by matters concerning Leonard.
Luna looked at Aelia, feeling a deep sense of guilt in her heart.
She knew that everything Aelia was enduring now was because of her.
However, she also believed that as long as she could help Aelia through this difficult time, Aelia would surely be able to regain her strength.
“Mama, eat! Meat!” Luna exclaimed, picking up a piece of meat and placing it in Aelia's bowl with concern.
Aelia looked at Luna, her heart warming.
She gently patted Luna's head and smiled, saying, “Thank you, Luna.”
Luna smiled back, her grin radiating sunshine, as if it could dispel all the gloom.
After dinner, Luna returned to her room.
She lay on her bed, staring at the ceiling, her mind swirling with thoughts.
She needed to help Aelia take control of the Glorious Demon Fortress, establish her own Girls' Academy, and change the entire magical world's Destiny.
And all of this had to start now.
Luna closed her eyes and slowly drifted into sleep.
In her dreams, she saw a future filled with hope.
A future brimming with magic and miracles.
But this dream was soon interrupted by a series of urgent knocks on the door.
“Who is it?” Luna rubbed her sleepy eyes and asked.
“It’s me, Qin Si,” came the voice from outside the door.
Luna quickly got up and opened the door.
Qin Si stood at the entrance, looking somewhat flustered.
“Young Miss, something has happened!” Qin Si said.
Luna's heart skipped a beat as she hurriedly asked, “What’s wrong?”
Qin Si leaned closer to Luna and whispered, “Madam… Madam, she…”
Before Qin Si could finish, a voice interrupted.
“Qin Si, who are you talking to?”
Aelia's voice echoed down the corridor, carrying an air of authority.
Luna and Qin Si exchanged a glance, both feeling a sense of unease.
“N-nothing, Madam,” Qin Si stammered.
Aelia approached them, her gaze shifting between Luna and Qin Si.
“What are you two sneaking around for?” Aelia asked.
Luna knew that things were getting serious.
She had to come up with a way to get through this.
“Mama, I…” Luna began to speak, but suddenly felt a wave of dizziness.
She swayed slightly, nearly falling to the ground.
“Luna!” Aelia exclaimed, quickly catching her.
“What’s wrong?” Aelia asked with concern.
Luna's face was pale, and cold sweat beaded on her forehead.
“I… I have a headache…” Luna said weakly.
Upon hearing this, Aelia's heart sank. She hurriedly picked Luna up and headed toward the room.
“Qin Si, go call the Mage!” Aelia said anxiously.
Qin Si quickly responded and ran out.
Aelia laid Luna down on the bed and asked with concern, “Luna, how are you feeling?”
Luna kept her eyes closed and weakly replied, “Mama… I feel so unwell…”
Seeing Luna in pain filled Aelia with worry.
However, this time, Luna's condition seemed more serious than ever before.
"Luna, hang in there. The Mage will be here soon," Aelia comforted her.
Luna nodded, remaining silent. She had many things to accomplish; she couldn't afford to collapse.
After a while, the Mage arrived.
The crisp morning air howled around the departing Griffin, tousling Lord Leonard's meticulously styled hair.
He exaggeratedly waved his hand, a stiff smile plastered on his face as if he had cast a cheap spell.
To be honest, this man could coax a dragon out of its treasure hoard; considering his secret stash and hidden lair, that wasn't too far-fetched.
Luna sat on her brother's lap, stifling a laugh.
This extravagant farewell was almost comical; for a task that was far from grand, it felt like a grand performance.
"Retrieve a lost Grimoire," they said.
Luna suspected it was more like "go meet his Mistress Tryst."
Lady Aria stood stiffly beside the Griffin, her jaw clenched tightly, and Luna could almost hear her teeth grinding.
Aurea certainly knew the truth; Luna made sure of that.
A few subtle hints, some cleverly placed "evidence," and a touch of childlike innocence achieved the desired effect.
Once a radiant Lady of the Bastion, she now resembled a tightly wound spring, ready to unleash a fury capable of scorching the very stones of the fortress.
Brothers, may their naive souls find solace as they bustle about in disarray over Leonard's departure.
The eldest brother, still stiff from a severe Magic Backlash, spoke words of caution.
The Second Brother was troubled by the betrayal of a so-called friend, murmuring words of encouragement.
And then there was the Third Brother, Tristan, whose innocence bordered on excessive.
He looked up to their esteemed Father with a misplaced reverence, trembling with excitement.
"Perfect."
When Griffin finally soared into the sky, becoming a mere speck against the icy blue expanse, Luna knew her moment had arrived.
She slid down from her brother's lap and approached Tristan, extending her small hand.
"Brother Tristan," she said sweetly, her voice as sweet as honey, "did Father mention... the donations? For those... poor... girls?"
Tristan was easily moved by anything cute or charitable; he blinked his big doe-like eyes in confusion.
"Donations? I... I don't remember..."
"Oh, but he did!" Luna insisted, her lower lip quivering slightly.
“He said you would help me. This is for a special school… for those… who can’t… you know… learn magic like I do. A… Magical Girl Academy.” She blinked her eyelashes, putting on a convincing act.
Tristan instinctively reached for his wallet.
Her Third Brother was soft-hearted and would easily part with his money.
He was like a walking, talking purse, just waiting to have his cash taken.
“This is a noble cause, Xiao Luna,” Lady Aria’s voice sliced through the air, sharper than any Ice Shard.
However, her words were not directed at Luna but at Tristan.
“Yet,” she continued, “they are not known for their… enlightened views, are they?”
Luna sighed inwardly.
From the bigger picture, Aurea was undoubtedly on her side, but she always liked to stir the pot.
“Alright.” If going through official channels didn’t work, she would find another way.
Perhaps some clever accounting tricks?
Or… “borrowing” some money?
After all, she was building an academy.
In the end, she also intended to rule this fortress.
She had only just begun.
This small donation was merely the first brick in the foundation of her future empire.
Who knows, perhaps this "Magical Girl Academy" wouldn't turn out to be such a bad idea after all... maybe it would become a training ground for cultivating loyal followers of the future?
A hint of an evil smile emerged at the corner of Luna's mouth.
As the saying goes, the game has begun.
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