Kien

The Lady Eridis, Reincarnated

A baby is born in the dark of the night, on a tiny island off the coast of Vorylus. His cries pierce the quiet space, a candle the only thing lighting the room. Smiles from all around, he's handed to his mother as she takes a shaky breath. "Oh, my darling. You were worth the pain, little Kien." The cries die down as he feels the warmth of his mother's skin. It's familiar, she's familiar. The babe is oblivious when everyone begins to panic. His mother has just taken her last breath, life leaving her eyes. He's taken by another, his mother's lover, all while the nurse tries desperately to resurrect her. It's useless, and they all know she's gone. His mother's lover looks down at him, tears in her eyes despite her smile. "My dear, my son. I promise to take care of you." It's what she would have wanted.