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Luna's big, sparkling eyes rolled around, and her small body burst with incredible energy. She waved her little hands, trying to catch her family's attention.
"Young Miss, what's wrong?" Qin Si teased her with a smile, unaware of the anxiety brewing inside Luna.
"It's about Big Brother's Magic Backlash. It happened because he forcibly practiced the Forbidden Technique, which led to Magic Turbulence and damaged his Meridian." Luna couldn't speak directly, so she struggled to produce some vague Broken Syllables while signaling Qin Si to fetch paper and pen.
Though puzzled, Qin Si complied.
Luna gripped the pen with difficulty and drew a complex Magic Circle Diagram in a shaky manner, writing down several key herb names beside it.
"Using these herbs along with this Magic Circle can gradually repair Big Brother's damaged Meridian," Luna thought to herself. This was a secret formula not mentioned in the original book; it was her unique insight from her past life as a Great Mage.
Big Brother looked at the paper, frowning deeply, suspicion filling his eyes.
"Luna, what does this mean?"
Luna stomped her feet in frustration, pointing at the herbs and then at Big Brother's leg, desperately trying to convey her message.
Second Brother emerged from his Magic Dilemma and curiously approached the scene.
"This Little One seems quite serious," he remarked.
Luna rolled her eyes, thinking, "What do you know!"
Clearing her throat and mustering all her strength, she uttered a clear word: "Try!"
"Try?" Big Brother was taken aback. He looked at Luna's innocent face, feeling an inexplicable surge of emotion.
Perhaps this Little One could truly bring him hope?
"Alright then, let's give it a try," Big Brother sighed, a faint glimmer of light reigniting in his eyes.
Luna turned to Second Brother next and began to babble again.
She knew that Second Brother's Magic Dilemma stemmed from being deceived by a close friend, leading him into a Magic Trap filled with negative energy.
She recalled the details from the original book and sketched a simple Defensive Magic Circle on the paper, writing down several Spells that could purify the mind.
"Second Brother, when you meditate each day, try setting up this Magic Circle around you and reciting these Spells. They can dispel negative energy and gradually restore Luna Gathered All Her Mental Power," Luna thought. These Spells were adaptations based on her past experiences and were more effective than those in the original book.
Second Brother gazed at the paper with a complex expression.
Having been betrayed by his close friend, he was filled with suspicion towards everyone.
Yet looking into Luna's clear eyes stirred a flicker of hope within him.
"Alright then, I'll give it a try too." Second Brother's voice was somewhat hoarse, but the light in his eyes shone brighter than before.
Finally, Luna turned to Brother San.
Brother San's talent was the highest in the family, yet he was obsessed with flashy magical techniques, neglecting his training. Luna sighed and wrote a line on a piece of paper: "The essence of magic lies in control and application. No matter how high your talent, without effort, it is all in vain."
Brother San looked at the words on the paper, his face flushing red. He had always believed that his extraordinary talent meant he could effortlessly become a powerful Mage. But Luna's words struck him like a heavy hammer, hitting hard at his heart.
"I..." Brother San opened his mouth but couldn't find the words.
Luna understood that Brother San needed time to reflect. She patted Brother San's thin shoulders, encouraging him with her gaze.
"Alright, everyone go back to what you were doing," Aelia said, watching the children rekindle their hope, a look of relief spreading across her face. She embraced Luna and gently kissed her forehead.
"Our Luna is truly a little lucky star."
However, just as this hopeful atmosphere enveloped them, Qin Si brought devastating news.
"Madam..." Qin Si's face was pale, and his voice trembled. "I... I discovered that the master has someone else outside."
Aelia felt as if she had been struck by lightning; the teacup in her hand fell to the ground and shattered into pieces. She had been married to Leonard for many years, and they had always been loving—a model couple admired by everyone in the magical community. She could hardly believe that her husband would betray her.
"It’s impossible... this can't be true..." Aelia murmured, her face as pale as paper.
"It’s true, Madam," Qin Si choked out. "I saw with my own eyes the master entering a villa outside the city with a young woman, and... and they were behaving intimately..."
Aelia closed her eyes as tears streamed down her cheeks. Years of love turned out to be nothing but an illusion. Her heart felt as if it had been torn apart, aching so much that she could hardly breathe.
In the evening, Leonard returned to the Glorious Demon Fortress. He walked into the living room and saw Aelia sitting on the sofa, her face pale and her eyes vacant.
"Aelia, what’s wrong?" Leonard asked with concern.
Aelia lifted her head, her gaze icy as she looked at him.
“Leonard, tell me, is what Qin Si said true?”
Leonard's expression changed, his eyes flickering.
“Aelia, listen to me, things are not as you think…”
“Not as I think?” Aelia scoffed.
“Then tell me, who is that young woman? Why were you both seen entering the villa outside the city?”
Leonard fell silent. He knew he could no longer hide the truth.
“Aelia, I admit, I… I did make an error.” Leonard lowered his head, his voice heavy.
“But I promise, the only person I love is you. That woman was just… just an accident.”
“An accident?” Aelia's voice turned sharp. “Leonard, what do you take me for? A fool to be deceived at will?”
“Aelia, let me explain…” Leonard tried to continue, but Aelia interrupted him.
“Enough!” Aelia's voice became piercing.
“I don’t want to hear any more of your explanations. Starting today, we are separated!”
“Separated?” Leonard shot up, his face turning pale with anger.
“Aelia, are you out of your mind? We are husband and wife! What you’re doing will ruin the entire family!”
“Ruin the family?” Aelia laughed coldly.
“Didn’t you think about ruining the family when you betrayed me?”
“I…” Leonard was at a loss for words.
He looked into Aelia's cold eyes, filled with anger and unease.
“Aelia, I warn you, don’t push me!” Leonard’s voice grew low and threatening.
“I am the Lord of the Glorious Demon Fortress; if you don’t listen to me, you will regret it!”
“Regret?” Aelia shot back. “Leonard, do you think I still fear you? You are no longer the person I loved; you are merely a symbol of betrayal!”
“You…” Leonard’s face flushed with rage as he reached out to grab Aelia but was blocked by a figure.
“Father, please show some respect!” Lucius stood in front of Aelia, glaring angrily at Leonard.
“Lucius, get out of my way!” Leonard growled.
“This is not your place to speak!”
“No, I cannot let you harm Mother!” Lucius stood firm, refusing to budge.
“You… you unfilial son!” Leonard trembled with rage.
“How dare you defy me!”
“I am only protecting my Mother!” Lucius shot back defiantly.
“You have betrayed her, and you deserve punishment!”
“Fine… fine… fine!” Leonard repeated the word three times, his face contorting with fury. “Since you are so intent on defending her, don’t blame me for being ruthless!”
Leonard suddenly raised his hand, a powerful surge of Magical Energy coalescing in his Palm. He intended to teach this ignorant son a lesson, to show him who truly ruled this household.
“Father, don’t!” Lucius exclaimed, his eyes wide with terror as he felt the immense power contained in Leonard’s Palm, knowing he could not withstand it.
At that critical moment, a voice suddenly broke through the tense atmosphere.
“Father, what are you doing?!”
Everyone turned to see Luna, having somehow escaped Aelia’s embrace, wobbling towards them. Her big, round eyes were filled with confusion and reproach, yet her small figure exuded remarkable determination.
Leonard’s anger subsided slightly as he looked at his approaching daughter. He took a deep breath, suppressing his rage, and said in a deep voice, “Luna, this is not your concern. Go back to your Mother.”
But Luna did not heed his words; she continued to walk towards him.
Reaching Leonard’s feet, she looked up and said in a clear voice, “Father, Mother is your wife. You should cherish her, not harm her.”
Leonard’s heart jolted.
He gazed into Luna’s innocent eyes and saw a reflection of his younger self. He had once been a young man filled with a sense of justice and responsibility, but over time he had been corrupted by power and desire, ultimately leading him down the path of betrayal.
“Luna, you’re still young; you don’t understand these things,” Leonard sighed, his tone softening considerably.
“I understand!” Luna replied earnestly.
“Mother works hard for this family every day; she gives all her love to us. You shouldn’t treat her this way!”
Luna’s words struck Leonard like a sharp knife, piercing deeply into his heart.
He looked at Aelia's face, at Lucius's angry eyes, and at the complex expressions of those around him, filled with guilt and regret.
"Enough!" Leonard suddenly roared, interrupting Luna.
"Everyone shut up! I am the master of this house, and what I say goes! Anyone who dares to speak another word will be thrown out!"
Leonard's roar shocked everyone. They looked at his fierce face, filled with fear and unease.
At that moment, Aelia, who had been silent, suddenly spoke up.
"Leonard," her voice was calm and cold, "do you really think you are still the master of this house?"
Hearing this, Leonard turned his head sharply to look at Aelia. He saw her eyes filled with determination and resolve, as if she had become a different person.
"What do you mean?" Leonard asked, frowning.
Aelia did not answer but slowly raised her hand, a powerful surge of magical energy instantly gathering in her palm.
"From today on, I, Aelia, will no longer be your wife," Aelia's voice echoed in the air, carrying a barely noticeable tremor. "Instead, I will be your... opponent."
Leonard stared at Aelia in shock; he could not believe that this once gentle and virtuous wife would say such things to him.
"You... have you lost your mind?!" Leonard roared. "How dare you..."
Before he could finish his sentence, Aelia interrupted him.
"Why shouldn't I dare?" Aelia sneered. "Do you think I am still that foolish woman you can manipulate?"
Her words drove Leonard into a frenzy. With a roar, he unleashed a powerful wave of magical energy towards Aelia.
Seeing this, Lucius rushed forward to protect Aelia.
But his strength was limited and could not withstand Leonard's attack.
Just as Lucius was about to be hit, a figure suddenly flashed out and stood in front of him.
It was Luna!
Her small body erupted with astonishing energy, creating an invisible barrier that blocked Leonard's attack.
"Luna, be careful!" Aelia exclaimed in alarm.
Leonard was also stunned.
He could not believe that his own daughter would stand against him to protect Aelia.
“Luna, you…” Leonard's voice trembled, filled with shock and pain.
Luna remained silent, her steadfast gaze fixed on him.
“Father, you are wrong,” she said, her youthful voice resonating with strength. “You should not harm Mother, nor should you hurt this family.”
Leonard looked at Luna, a swirl of emotions churning within him.
He didn't know what to do or how to face this situation.
Just then, a voice suddenly rang out from the crowd.
“Lord of the Fortress, madam, please calm down!”
Everyone turned to see an elderly Mage stepping forward.
“Elder!” Leonard's expression shifted slightly upon recognizing the newcomer.
“Lord of the Fortress, madam,” the Elder said as he approached them slowly, “family matters should not be aired in public. Let’s discuss this behind closed doors.”
Leonard and Aelia exchanged glances but remained silent.
“How about this,” the Elder proposed, “let us first have Lord of the Fortress and his wife return to their respective rooms to cool down. Once everyone has calmed down, we can come together to discuss a solution.”
Neither Leonard nor Aelia objected; they nodded quietly in agreement.
Thus, surrounded by the crowd, Leonard and Aelia returned to their separate rooms.
In the living room, only Lucius and Luna remained.
Lucius looked at Luna and said softly, “Thank you, Luna. If it weren't for you, I might…”
Luna shook her head, signaling him not to continue.
“Brother, don’t worry,” she said gently. “Everything will be alright.”
Lucius gazed at Luna, filled with confusion.
He couldn't understand where this little sister found her courage and wisdom.
He was even more uncertain about what storms awaited the Glorious Demon Fortress ahead.
“Who exactly are you?” Lucius murmured to himself as he looked at Luna.
Luna did not answer; she simply smiled mysteriously at Lucius before slowly closing her eyes…
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