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墨書 Inktalez
As night fell completely, the Magic Castle was enveloped in silence. Only in Aelia's room did a dim oil lamp continue to glow. Aelia sat quietly on the edge of her bed, gazing out at the pitch-black sky, her mind swirling with countless thoughts. She was uncertain whether everything she had done was right, or what the future held. But she knew she had to fight for herself, for her daughter, and for the dignity she had lost.
Suddenly, a faint sound broke the stillness of the room. Aelia jolted her head up, alertly scanning her surroundings. “Mommy…” a tender voice echoed in the room, tinged with a barely perceptible tremor. Aelia's eyes widened as she searched for the source of the voice. At that moment, a small figure crawled slowly out from under the bed—it was Luna.
She wore a simple nightgown, her face displaying a mix of determination and fear. “Luna, what are you doing here?” Aelia asked softly, her tone laced with surprise and concern. “Mommy, I have something important to tell you.” Though Luna's voice was young and innocent, her tone was surprisingly resolute.
Aelia nodded, signaling her to continue. Luna took a deep breath and pulled out a slightly yellowed piece of paper from her pocket, handing it to Aelia. Aelia accepted the paper and slowly unfolded it under the light of the oil lamp. It contained a series of unbelievable facts: Leonard had taken up with someone else, secretly colluding with enemies, and even transferring part of their family’s wealth away.
Aelia's gaze followed the tiny inscriptions as she read each line; with every word, it felt as if her heart was being sliced open. “This can't be true…” Aelia murmured softly, disbelief and shock filling her voice. But as she continued reading, more details and evidence unfolded before her eyes. The perfect marriage she had once envisioned crumbled completely in light of this damning proof.
Luna watched Aelia's expression closely, silently praying. She knew this moment would change everything. Aelia's eye sockets began to moisten; tears silently streamed down her cheeks, landing on the paper in her hand and blurring the tiny inscriptions. Anger and humiliation intertwined within Aelia as she gripped the paper tightly; her white nails nearly dug into her palm.
For a moment, she seemed to forget how to breathe, and an oppressive silence filled the room. Luna stood quietly beside her, resolute in her gaze. Finally, Aelia slowly lifted her head to look at Luna, fire burning in her eyes. “Luna, is all of this true?” Her voice trembled but carried an unwavering determination.
Luna nodded firmly: “Mommy, it’s all true. But you can't dwell in pain; you must rise up and fight for our future.” Aelia took a deep breath and nodded. She stood up, pushed open the door, and walked straight toward Leonard's room. Qin Si followed closely behind her.
In Leonard's room, the lights were bright.
Leonard sat at the table, savoring a glass of wine, a faint smile of satisfaction on his face.
Suddenly, the door was flung open, and Aelia stormed in, followed closely by Qin Si.
Leonard paused for a moment, then revealed a hint of displeasure. "Aelia, what brings you here at this hour?"
Aelia slammed a piece of paper down in front of him, her voice trembling yet resolute. "Leonard, how long do you plan to keep deceiving me?"
Leonard's expression darkened as he picked up the paper and quickly scanned it.
His face turned ashen, and he tried to mask his panic. "This is all nonsense; you're being overly sensitive."
Aelia let out a cold laugh, angrily knocking over a chair. "Do you still have the audacity to argue? Your Leonard's Concubine, your schemes—it's all laid out clearly here. Do you have any idea how much harm you've caused our family with your actions?"
Leonard's face fell.
Aelia trembled with rage, tears welling in her eyes. "Leonard, you have truly disappointed me. You know how much I've sacrificed for this family. But now, I will not sit idly by."
Qin Si, witnessing his wife's heartbreak and Leonard's shameless demeanor, stepped forward in indignation to confront Leonard. "Lord of the Fortress, can you truly face your wife like this? Can you look your children in the eye?"
Leonard seethed with anger but found himself unable to retort, glaring fiercely at Aelia and Qin Si as tension filled the room.
Meanwhile, Luna quietly slipped out of Aelia's room and headed straight for her brother's chamber.
She gently knocked on the door and called softly, "Brother, it's Luna."
The door creaked open slowly, revealing her brother looking weary. Upon seeing Luna, surprise flickered in his eyes. "Luna, what brings you here so late?"
Luna entered the room and spoke softly. "Brother, I know you've been suffering greatly, but I have a way to help you lift the curse of Magic Backlash."
Her brother looked at her skeptically but held onto a glimmer of hope. "Is there really a way?"
Luna nodded and pulled out an ancient book from her cloak that contained methods for dispelling Magic Backlash as described in the original text.
She handed the book to her brother and began guiding him through each step of the process.
As Luna instructed him, he followed the intricate ritual outlined in the book.
With time passing, his pain gradually subsided, and he even felt a warm energy circulating within him.
His heart swelled with joy as hope reignited in his eyes.
"Luna, thank you," he said, his voice choked yet filled with gratitude.
Luna smiled gently and replied softly, "Brother, this is just the first step. Next, I need to help Second Brother..." Luna left her brother's room, her light footsteps echoing softly down the quiet corridor like a silent nocturne.
She arrived at Second Brother's door and gently knocked.
The sound resonated clearly in the night, striking at Second Brother's heart.
"Who is it?" His voice carried weariness and caution; clearly, Magic Dilemma had drained him both physically and mentally.
"Second Brother, it's me, Luna."
The door creaked open to reveal Second Brother looking haggard; upon seeing Luna, confusion crossed his face. "Luna? What brings you here so late?"
Luna stepped into the room and closed the door behind her; the dim light cast shadows on her youthful face but highlighted her determination.
"Second Brother, I know you've been facing troubles recently regarding your dear friend."
Second Brother froze; he hadn't expected Luna to be aware of this matter.
He opened his mouth to defend himself but found no words could escape him.
Luna approached him with clear and steadfast eyes. "Second Brother, you've been deceived by him. He has exploited your trust to steal your magic and trap you in this predicament."
Luna laid bare her best friend's conspiracy, every detail crystal clear, like a sharp knife piercing the illusions in Second Brother's heart. His face turned pale, his body trembling slightly, unable to believe that the friend he had trusted so deeply would betray him in such a way. Regret, anger, and pain intertwined within him, nearly suffocating him.
"No... it can't be..." he murmured, his voice shaking like a wounded beast. Luna gently patted his thin shoulders, her tone both tender and resolute. "Second Brother, I know this is hard to accept, but it is the truth. You must pull yourself together, train again, and reclaim what belongs to you."
Second Brother lifted his head and met Luna's steadfast gaze, a flicker of hope igniting within him. He took a deep breath, clenched his fists, and his eyes sparkled with determination. "You're right; I can't be defeated like this. I will stand up again and make him pay!"
Luna smiled with relief. She knew that Second Brother had emerged from the shadows and found his direction once more.
Meanwhile, Brother San sought out Luna after learning about the situation with their elder brother and Second Brother. He approached her with a worried expression. "Luna, I heard you helped our elder brother and Second Brother solve their problems. Is that true?"
Luna nodded, her gaze calm as she looked at him. "Brother San, you've encountered difficulties too, haven't you? You've relied too much on your magical talent while neglecting the importance of diligent training."
Brother San lowered his head in shame. He had always prided himself on his powerful magical talent but had failed to train adequately, causing his magic to stagnate. Luna's words struck him like a wake-up call, rousing his dormant spirit.
"I... I know I was wrong," he said softly, regret filling his voice.
Luna encouraged him with her gaze. "Brother San, recognizing your mistakes and correcting them is a great virtue. As long as you are willing to work hard, you can become a powerful Mage."
Brother San raised his head, hope shining in his eyes. "I will! I will work hard and not let everyone down!"
Lucius watched the changes within the family with surprise and anticipation. He looked at Luna with admiration in his eyes. "Luna, you are truly amazing! I believe that with your help, the Glorious Demon Fortress will surely regain its former glory!"
Luna smiled slightly but remained silent; her eyes were filled with confidence.
Aelia calmed herself and began to think about how to deal with Leonard's betrayal and the impending crisis facing Magic Castle. She sat by the window, gazing at the night sky.
Qin Si approached her side and softly asked, "Madam, are you alright?"
Aelia shook her head, took a deep breath, and said, "Qin Si, please summon the clan elders; I have important matters to announce."
Qin Si nodded and turned to leave. Aelia watched her retreating figure and whispered coldly yet firmly, "Leonard, just wait..."
Meanwhile, in Leonard's room, he paced anxiously back and forth, gripping a wine glass in hand that clinked ominously as he squeezed it tighter. He knew that the truth had been revealed but was not willing to concede easily. Suddenly, he smashed the glass onto the floor; shards scattered everywhere with a sharp sound.
"Damn it!" he roared in frustration. "I won't let you succeed!"
In Leonard's room, the broken pieces glimmered under the light like his current emotions—both furious and restless. He paced back and forth on the expensive silk carpet as if it too were groaning in unease beneath his feet. The air was thick with the smell of cheap alcohol—a futile attempt to numb himself that only intensified his agitation.
He stopped at the window and yanked open the heavy curtains. The cold moonlight poured in, illuminating his twisted features.
He gazed at the distant, shadowy spire of the Magic Tower, which had once symbolized his power but now seemed like a grave mocking him.
“Damn Aelia, and that Little Bitch!” he growled through clenched teeth, his voice hissing like a serpent, filled with resentment. “How dare you betray me and ruin my plans! I will make sure you suffer!”
He took a deep breath, striving to suppress the fury within him. He knew this was not the time for rash actions. He had to calm down, think of a way to salvage everything. After all, the Glorious Demon Fortress was his; he could not simply hand it over!
He walked to his desk and opened a hidden drawer, retrieving an ancient scroll. The scroll was neither gold nor jade; its tentacle-like texture was cold and emanated a mysterious aura.
Leonard carefully unfurled the scroll, which was densely filled with ancient spells. “Since you have shown no mercy, don’t blame me for being ruthless!” His voice was low and hoarse, as if summoned from the depths of hell.
The temperature in the room suddenly dropped, and an oppressive feeling filled the air.
Meanwhile, in Luna's room, a small figure sat by the window, gazing at the towering Magic Tower in the distance. The bright moonlight illuminated her face, highlighting her clear and bright eyes.
“Everything is moving in a good direction,” she murmured to herself, her youthful voice tinged with satisfaction. Her elder brother had begun attempting to dispel the Magic Backlash, her Second Brother had reignited his fighting spirit, and Brother San had also started training diligently… everything was going according to her plan.
She sighed softly but did not fully relax. She knew Leonard was not an easy opponent. He was ambitious and ruthless, willing to do anything to achieve his goals. She had to remain vigilant at all times to counter any actions he might take.
She looked up at the starry sky, where countless stars twinkled brightly. She understood that the future of the Glorious Demon Fortress was like this starry sky—full of unknowns and challenges.
However, in other corners of the Magic Castle, an optimistic atmosphere prevailed. After experiencing this turmoil, everyone felt an unprecedented sense of unity and cohesion. They began reflecting on their mistakes and worked hard to improve their strength for the future of the Magic Castle.
Lucius found his elder brother, and they sat down for a long discussion, exchanging insights on magic. Excitement sparkled in his eyes as if he could see hope for the revival of the Magic Castle.
Qin Si quietly stood by Aelia's side, sharing her worries and offering support. She knew that her lady bore a heavy burden; she must do everything she could to help her through this difficult time.
The entire Glorious Demon Fortress resembled a ship navigating through a storm—though it had faced setbacks, it steadfastly sailed toward its goal. Everyone was filled with hope, eagerly anticipating the rainbow after the storm.
Aelia summoned the family elders in the grand assembly hall of the Magic Castle; it was brightly lit and solemnly atmospheric.
The elders displayed a range of expressions; some looked grave, while others were filled with anticipation. They all understood that the lady had summoned them for an important announcement.
Aelia slowly walked up to the podium, her gaze sweeping over each elder present. "Esteemed elders, I have gathered you here today to announce an important matter..." She paused, took a deep breath, and continued, "I have decided to revoke Leonard's title as Lord!"
At her words, the room erupted in an uproar.
The elders began to murmur among themselves, some expressing their support while others voiced their opposition. After all, Leonard had held the title of Lord for many years and had deep roots within the Magic Castle.
Aelia raised her hand to signal for silence. With unwavering determination, she said, "I know this decision may spark controversy. However, I have evidence of Leonard's betrayal against our family. He has not only taken a new lover outside but has also secretly colluded with our enemies, disregarding the family's interests. Such a person is utterly unworthy of the title of Lord!"
She produced documents detailing Leonard's crimes.
As the elders examined the irrefutable evidence, their expressions grew increasingly grim. They had not anticipated that Leonard would commit such heinous acts.
After a heated discussion, the elders unanimously agreed to strip Leonard of his title as Lord. Aelia became the new master of the Glorious Demon Fortress.
Meanwhile, Luna stood in a room, thoughtfully gazing at an ancient image on the wall. The image depicted a handsome mage with deep and mysterious eyes, as if concealing endless secrets.
"Mom, that image..." Luna murmured softly, her voice barely audible.
Her words trailed off because she knew that some things were not yet meant to be spoken aloud. She needed to wait for the right moment to reveal the true secrets of the Magic Castle.
"Luna, what are you saying?" Aelia entered the room and saw Luna standing before the image, curiosity evident on her face.
Luna looked up and offered Aelia an innocent smile. "It's nothing, Mom. I just think that grandpa in this image looks really impressive!"
Aelia smiled back without giving it much thought. She walked over to Luna and gently embraced her. "My Luna, you too will become a great mage!"
Luna nestled in Aelia's arms but was filled with questions inside. Who was the mage in that image? What connection did he have to the secrets of the Magic Castle?
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