flstandardbreds Chapter 349 Gunnhildr
Chapter 349 Gunnhildr
[One year old? You were born into one of the three oldest noble families in Mondstadt, the Gunnhildr family.]
The Gunnhildr family, the oldest knightly family in Mondstadt's history, is said to have protected Mondstadt since the first epic poem was written.
"The descendants of Gunnhildr can recite the oath to protect Mondstadt even before they learn to call their mother."
Of course, this was just a joke made in a tavern.
But in the voices of wandering bards, people can still vaguely recall Grunhild praying to the wind spirits in the blizzard under the shadow of the tower, Grunhild who was the first to raise her sword against her own class during the dark years of aristocratic rule.
The other two branches of the three major families, the Lawrence family, have been burdened by the blood debts left over from the Dark Ages for generations. In present-day Mondstadt, there is almost no place left for them.
Although most of Lawrence's descendants still yearn to restore their so-called family glory, under the sword of the Knights, it is ultimately just a pipe dream of the remnants of the old regime.
The Leganfender family, descendants of the Knights of Dawn, are renowned business tycoons in Mondstadt, controlling the lifeline of the Mondstadt wine industry and passing down their family winery, Dawn Winery, through generations.
[The current head of the family, Cripps Legenfind.]
Born into a prominent family, Gunnhildr is not only a symbol of status, but also an inherent responsibility.
[Your mother, Frederica Gunnhild, the current head of the family and an Alder Knight of the Knights of Favonius.]
[Your father, Simon Page, a renowned adventurer across the continent, bishop of the Church of Favonius, cardinal of the Dawn.]
Your name, Guinhildr, in Liyue language, means a child born bathed in the morning breeze.
As for why the descendants of the Gungnird family would choose a name containing meanings related to Liyue.
You've asked your parents, but neither of them seems to have given you a convincing positive response.
You have an older sister, Jean Gunnhild, who is one year older than you; two years after your birth? You have a younger sister, whom your parents named Barbara Page.
[Your memories of what happened before you were seven are vague, as if there's an invisible barrier separating you from that period of your life.]
When you look in the mirror, your face is reflected, but the path you came from, only half a foot behind you, seems to be shrouded in a thick fog.
Only fragmented moments occasionally flash through your dreams, but those dream fragments always vanish without a trace when the sunlight of a new day awakens you.
Was it really... just a dream?
[Your father, Simon, tells you that you were born with a strange illness. Medical treatment was ineffective, and your life was nearly in danger. Out of desperation, he spent many years searching for medical help in Xumi.]
[Until you were seven years old, thanks to the protection of the wind god, your condition improved, and your father was able to bring you back to live in Mondstadt.]
Even today, some traces of the chronic illness from back then still remain on your arm, and the medication inevitably caused some damage to your memory.
You instinctively reject this explanation, but can't offer any rebuttal. You subconsciously feel that your missing memories aren't simply a matter of medication.
You went to ask your mother, Frey, and unsurprisingly, you got the same answer as your father.
The old servants in the household all gave the same answer, and since your parents' explanation was almost flawless, you gradually came to accept their interpretation.
However, that strange sense of disorientation lingered in your heart, never truly dissipating.
[Your memories after age seven are relatively clear. You returned to the Gunnhildr family and received an elite education.]
The Gunnhild family has strict traditions; both masterful swordsmanship and impeccable aristocratic etiquette are compulsory subjects for every member.
Of course, your mother Frey may not be satisfied with this. In the Gunnhildr family, the expectations of the elders weigh heavily on the shoulders of every younger generation, especially the three of you.
Unlike the typical strict father and kind mother in most families, your mother Frey has always presented a strict image.
On this point, your father Simon seems to have a slightly different opinion, which often leads to minor disagreements between the two regarding their children's education.
Fortunately, none of you disappointed your parents.
[Perhaps it was a blessing in disguise, but you have displayed astonishing skill in swordsmanship.]
In just two short years, you have mastered the Zephyr swordsmanship passed down from "Young Wolf" Rustan to perfection. Apart from lacking practical combat experience, your swordsmanship is already on par with any regular knight.
Even the incoming Grand Master Falga, after witnessing your swordsmanship, was quite impressed.
"Let me think, the last person with this talent was probably that young wolf knight Rustan himself, right?"
While this statement is largely a joke and an exaggeration, it undoubtedly represents Falgar's recognition of your swordsmanship.
With this affirmation, for you, passing the exam and joining the Knights is merely a matter of time.
[Jin is a composed and steady person with considerable leadership qualities. Frey dislikes politics, so gradually Jin began to handle all the household paperwork and accounts.]
The capable and independent eldest daughter of the Gunnhildr family quickly became most people's first impression of Jean.
Barbara, full of energy every day and with a devout faith in the wind god, followed in her father Simon's footsteps and joined the Church of the West Wind, serving as a trainee prayer minister.
["May the wind god fool you," of course, you would absolutely never dare say that to Barbara's face.]
[Two years. Although you haven't been part of this family for very long, you get along very well with them.]
Barbara is very clingy to you. Perhaps it's because Jean's personality is rather introverted; the little girl has poured almost all her fantasies about older brothers and sisters onto you.
In her eyes, you are a "good brother who always supports his sister," whether it's singing or spicy drinks.
As for Qin, you bribed this kind older sister with a few light novels you got with your allowance and from Amy.
Perhaps it's because of this "supplier" connection that your relationship is much closer than it appears to outsiders.
Of course, while Qin steals moments to read novels amidst her busy schedule, the family's official duties naturally fall to you.
Time flies. Today is the day you will participate in your first Knights' Trial.
You are nine years old this year.
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