The sudden death of the Lord of Winterfell was not a trivial matter. Fortunately, they found the letter the Viscount had left for his wife two days ago on the table in the study.
The letter was written by the Viscount himself, and the content was quite simple. He simply stated that he was seriously ill and would die soon. Therefore, he handed over the position of Viscount and all the rights in his name to his wife, Annawell, to inherit.
According to the inheritance laws of the Oron Empire, hereditary noble titles should be inherited by their descendants, with priority in order of seniority and regardless of gender. On the other hand, the nobles themselves have the right to designate any legal resident of the empire to inherit their title.
partial or full status and rights.
Mrs. Campbell rarely participates in territorial affairs, but most people who have contact with the Viscount praise her for being smart, gentle, and well-behaved. In the minds of the housekeepers and attendants in the manor, the Viscountess is also kind enough, and
Possessing sufficient prestige and ability. They mourned the passing of Viscount Julian Campbell, and at the same time believed that the lady could handle all existing affairs well-or better than originally, if she had the will.
Viscount Campbell's funeral was held three days later. Only a few friends who had close contact with each other were invited. It was simple but solemn. Yuffie and others were invited to participate in the ceremony, including the Kent wizard. The Viscountess was at the ceremony.
She recited a short poem, and she clearly memorized part of it——
"Today we part,
It’s for our reunion tomorrow.
As we walk in the world,
Every footprint left behind,
They are all other people's memories.
I chase the shadow of the wind,
Listening to the whispers of the stars,
No matter how far the distance is,
You are all in my ears.』
On the last day of the summer month, Yuffie and others bid farewell to the Viscountess. However, what surprised her was her current appearance.
Mrs. Campbell - or should we say Annaweir - was wearing a light jacket and close-fitting trousers, with a soft leather armor on her upper body, and a fine silvery sword hanging diagonally on her waist.
between.
She still looked a little weak. In the first few days after recovering from a long illness, she had to rely on crutches to walk slowly. But she spent almost every spare moment practicing. Now, a week later, although she still cannot run or fast
Her movements and steps were no different from those of ordinary people. At this moment, she was just standing there, stroking the hilt of the sword with her right hand, and her whole body exuded a sharp aura, making it difficult to look directly at her.
Yuffie stepped forward and gently stroked the blade of the rapier. "Is she 'Signatine'?"
The woman raised her lips, and the aura around her dispersed like mist. "Yes. I have ignored her for a long time, but fortunately she still remembers me."
The rapier made a pleasant low sound, as if responding to the woman's words.
"Hey, you -" Lily walked up to the woman and looked at her with a strange expression, "Isn't it true that you are planning to give up and leave?"
Annawell laughed, "Actually, the territory doesn't need me to do anything. Officials from the Civil Affairs Department, the Criminal Law Department and the Inspection Office are the guarantee for the normal operation of Winterfell." She thought for a while, then added, "Even if
It is not inappropriate for some important matters to be handled through letters and then conveyed by the "Guild". This is basically what Julian did when he was away from home."
"Uh, um." Bell patted his head, "I mean, thank you for your hospitality! Well, where are you traveling to?"
"This matter." Annaville tilted her head, "It depends on Yuffie."
"Eh?" The girl suddenly heard her name and was stunned for a moment, but she immediately understood what the woman wanted to say——
"So, can you tell me now?" Annaweil looked at the girl with a smile in her eyes, but as sharp as a sword, "Where is Lin currently, and what is her current situation."
Yuffie lowered her head slightly.
Sure enough, she couldn't deceive this person. The moment she learned that the madam was her mother's close friend, she had such a premonition, but the considerate madam still left the problem until today. Therefore, there is nothing to hide, as a mother
, she naturally has the right and should know everything.
She told what happened at the academy that day, Ms. Silver Moon's explanation, Lin's current situation, and the choices Lin made. She did not hide any details, including the part that Lin was seriously injured to save her. She originally
She thought Madam would scold her, or at least show concern, but she felt a warm touch coming from the top of her head.
"This is my daughter." The woman said happily, without a trace of sadness in her voice. She rubbed Yuffie's hair away, "Don't be so downcast. If Lin really has any problems, the two sisters will definitely help.
You also need to trust her more."
In the end, he was educated. Yuffie's eyes were a little moist, but her heart was full of warmth.
"I understand, ma'am." she replied softly.
"Call me Annaville." The woman said happily, "I'm very optimistic about you. Maybe we will become companions fighting side by side." She took her hand back from Yuffie's head, "In that case, I will go first.
Yuege City, please encourage your daughter."
"What a pity..." Bell muttered, and hurriedly dodged Lily's punch, "I thought that if you were going north, maybe we could come together... and visit my hometown.
.”
"I learned a lot, and this period of time was very meaningful." Alphonse raised his hand to touch his chest and made a salute to Annaweir.
"You will learn more in the future. It is the connection with other people that makes us who we are, and the same goes for you." The woman looked at the organ man with some curiosity, "I have heard that Fanka is a very powerful wizard.
But to be able to create such a life, the world is really vast."
"Speaking of it." Yuffie suddenly remembered something and looked at the woman with vague expectation, "Annawell, do you know where my mother went?"
The woman shook her head. "Alicia is the most mysterious among the three of us. She knows many magical things and seems to have been to many places that I have never heard of." She held her chin and thought for a while, "In this way,
If you can't find any news about her here, you might as well try the other side of the sea. That's Jill's hometown. It's said to be a very beautiful place, and it's completely different from here."
Yuffie nodded and recorded this clue in her mind. In fact, even if her mother was not there, it would still be satisfying for her to see a land that was completely different from her hometown.
"So, have you a safe trip?" Lily patted the woman's shoulder carelessly, without using much force of course, "Since you said so, we are looking forward to the day we fight together with you!"
"It just so happens that the weather is nice." Annaweir looked out the window. It was not yet noon, and the light passed through the window and fell evenly on the room. "Let's set off together."
Yuffie nodded and walked out of the garden with everyone. The approaching autumn sun was no longer scorching, and the breeze blew across their cheeks, bringing a bit of refreshment. They arrived at the gate of the manor, and two carriages were parked on the left and right beside the gate.
Their preparations had been completed. Beside the carriage belonging to the Viscount, Yuffie also saw two familiar figures.
The maid Cindy put down the straw basin in her hand and waved happily to them. The wizard Kent, dressed in casual clothes, stood by the carriage. He saluted the woman respectfully and opened the carriage door for her.
"Are you turning to Mingzhu?" Lily walked over and poked him, "If you do something unfavorable to my wife again, we won't be able to forgive you!"
That's not the way the word is used, Yuffie cursed in a funny voice. But on the other hand, for Kent, this is probably a good ending. Maybe for some of the 'residents' of the sewer channel who died innocently, his
The sins have not yet been made up for. However, in a sense, only by continuing to live can we better compensate for the past mistakes.
The wizard shook his head hurriedly, "It is an honor for me to be your subordinate "Feng Wu". I will never betray you."
"When he gets to Moonsong City, I will find someone to educate him well." Annawell said seriously, and then looked at the wizard, "Although it is unlikely that you will be thrown into Eagle College based on your age, but...
...At worst, let Lin be the mentor."
She waved to Yuffie and others again, and boarded the carriage with Kent's assistance. The coachman flicked his whip, and with a crisp sound, the carriage slowly began to move toward the south of the city.
Yuffie watched the carriage go away, and suddenly remembered that she forgot to ask her to help bring a letter to Lin. Although there is no essential difference between sending it through the "Guild", but the two joys are superimposed, will it feel better?
?
It's not too late now. The delivery speed of "Guild"'s letters is almost twice that of traveling by carriage. If I write the letter to Lin to Annaville, I think she will be able to receive it.
"Lily, where should we go next?" Bell's loud voice was particularly loud in the empty suburbs of the city, "How about we go to the city to eat something first, and then--"
"You know how to eat!" Lily knocked the Beron man on the back hard and looked at the agency man, "Al, how much money do we have left?"
"Seven imperial silver coins. Forty-six copper coins. Total, about nine silver coins." Alphonse replied quickly.
"Okay, lunch is cancelled." Lily stared at Bell and said neatly, "If you want to eat, just work hard to make money for us!"