Because She has My Back! (Charlotte Katakuri x oc )

Chapter 10: Royal Researches

The room was silent for a moment, the weight of Lunika's words hanging in the air. She had revealed a resilience that few had seen, a defiance that refused to be defined by the judgments of others. The assembly members exchanged glances, a mixture of surprise and respect evident in their expressions.

But the tension was broken by a ripple of laughter, a sound that echoed through the room. Lunika's lips curled into a mischievous smile, her playful demeanor resurfacing like a beacon of light in the midst of darkness.

"Ah, Uncle Henry," Lunika quipped, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "I must thank you for reminding me of my 'unique' attributes. After all, who wouldn't want an extra set of mouths to chat with?"

The room erupted into chuckles, the tension easing as Lunika's witty response diffused the heavy atmosphere. Henry's face flushed with frustration, his attempt to undermine her met with unexpected resistance.

As the commotion from before settled, the assembly members turned their attention to the captured accomplices of Henry. They had been revealed in the chaos, their allegiances laid bare for all to see. Lunika's gaze shifted from one to another, her eyes sharp and discerning.

With a mischievous glint in her eyes, Lunika's telekinetic powers manifested once more. The accomplices found themselves stripped of their clothing, leaving them exposed and vulnerable before the assembly. Gasps of surprise and amusement filled the air as the once-confident conspirators scrambled to cover themselves in sheer embarrassment.

Lunika's voice rang out, a playful threat lacing her words. "Behave yourselves, or I might just decide to rearrange your attire again. This time, in a much more creative fashion."

The assembly erupted into laughter, the tension of the moment further diffused by Lunika's unexpected display of power and humor. Even Gerald couldn't help but crack a small smile, his stern demeanor momentarily breaking.

As the room settled into a more lighthearted atmosphere, Lunika's gaze met Henry's once more. Her eyes held a mix of anger and disappointment, a reminder that family bonds could be fragile and easily broken. Yet, she also understood that beneath his flaws and ambitions, there was still a trace of the uncle she had once looked up to.

Henry's struggles gradually subsided, his defiant energy replaced by a mix of resignation and shame. He hung within the magical cage, his shoulders slumped as he finally faced the weight of his actions.

Gerald's voice carried a somber tone as he addressed the assembly, his gaze moving from Lunika to Henry and back. "Our path forward is clear. We must address the harm that has been done and work towards restoring the unity of our realm. Let this moment be a reminder that our strength lies in our bond as a family."

As the words hung in the air, the assembly members exchanged glances, the gravity of the situation settling upon them. The shadows that had festered beneath the surface had been exposed, and now the process of healing and rebuilding would begin.

As the magical cage gently lowered to the ground, Henry's form slumped, defeated yet alive with the potential for redemption.

The journey ahead would not be easy, but the Moors would face it together, united by both their strengths and their flaws. The legacy of their realm was one that had weathered countless storms, and it was in the face of adversity that the true strength of the family would shine.

The aftermath of the confrontation with Henry and his accomplices had left the assembly members in a mix of emotions — relief, amusement, and a shared sense of unity. Henry's grand plans had crumbled, and his betrayal had been exposed for all to see. With a quiet determination, Gerald decided to take matters into his own hands.