Aurora
November 1500 PD
Lia, my sweet sister, has died. I received her final letter along with one from Conrad. Her letter was written a few days before she gave birth, telling me that Luca had been killed. Conrad's was an apology, telling me she had died in childbirth, and a promise that he was going to keep the child (a boy) safe. I feel that it was grief just as much as the trauma of birth that caused Lia's death.
Last night, when I received the news, Jonny found me curled up crying on my bed. He left, and then returned with all his brothers, save Eric and little Merlin, who were asleep. My sons crawled onto the bed and cuddled up to me, not asking what was wrong (I believe sweet Jonny told them not to), just cuddling me.
I have the most wonderful family here with me. I don't know what I would do without them. And I don't ever want to know.
Whatever deity may exist, please, protect my children. Please. Let them find happiness in this life. I beg you.