Family Members

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Our journey to my uncle's place continued. We reach a Manor farm which spread across the plains. Does uncle Juan work here?

A few guards watched over the workers. We moved ahead stopping at the gateway to a huge building.

A mansion.

I was confused. Is this where uncle and grandfather live? I thought.

That thought soon proved correct as the guard quickly opened the gates when he saw father.

We continued our ride into the mansion. The pink magnolia trees decorated the pathway, dividing it from the fields. And just like the city, limestone floors filled the compound. It matched well with the Axonupus plants, which were well mowed.

A statue of man with parted hair was in the centre. Engravings of the Etruscan, Hestia was designed along the structures. Guards in red uniform patrolled the Manor. Pools and gardens could be seen along the path. Well trimmed flowers and....everything was mesmerising.

So this is what it feels to at the top.

We stopped at the front of the mansion.

We came down the carriage. My parents held my hands, as we went ahead. Azrail was atop my shoulder. I felt tense for some reason. It was a feeling I never like since my intelligence was gained.

The massive doors opened to reveal a group. The first that came into my view was a tall man who looked like my father. Although compared to dad, he was lean. He had red eyes and a parted blonde hair. A narrow chin and he wore a rectangular but slender glass. He was the complete opposite of what I sensed within him.

I've always had some sort of primal instinct which I never doubted. He smiled at me?

I quickly changed my point of focus to the elderly man behind him. A little taller with wrinkles on his face. But you couldn't miss the looks he shared with both my father and uncle. His hair was grey due to his old age, I presumed.

The lady among them had blue hair and wore a fitting dress to compliment it. She had dark brown eyes and brow. She had porcelain skin. She welcomed us with a smile.

The last was a young girl. She looked my age. Long Icy blue hair with reached her back. The front hair was braided down to the side. She had charming ruby eyes and porcelain skin. Full dark brown eye brows like mom's. Her hands were behind her back and she gave a soft smile.

I watched as my parents greeted them with hugs and handshakes. My dad then introduced them to me.

"Finn, this is your grandfather, Udolf Erwin; your uncle, Juan Erwin; his beloved wife, Matilda Erwin; their daughter, Skylar Erwin." Dad announced.

I gave a slight bow, greeting: "My name is Finnr Erwin. The only son of Kent Erwin and Freya Erwin. And this little guy here is Azrail. It's a pleasure to meet my extended family members. I hope to make happy moments with you all"

"Howl" Good boy

They looked at Azrail with interest. My cousin was trying her best to maintain her composure.

"Ahaha. You've done well Kent. You've trained the boy well and I can already sense his mana core." Gramps patted dad's shoulder.

"We'll have a lot of training to do, 'boy'. And I'll help you with your bond if necessary. Call me gramps."Grandfather chuckled. He has a hoarse voice.

"I hope so too, Finn. This is our daughter, Skylar. I hope you can get along with her. She's a little troublesome you see." Aunt Matilda nudged Skylar towards me.

"Mom!" My cousin yelled at her mom before turning back to me. "Ahem. I'm Skylar. You can me Sky. You have a cute bond."

" Okay. You can call me Finn. That's what my parents call me. Azrail, say hi to Sky."

"Howl" her eyes seem to sparkle upon seeing Azzy. I lifted Azrail to Sky, to watch she carried him gently. His hummed lighting as she groomed his face.

"You all had a long journey. Let's get in everyone." Uncle Juan and dad led the way. Mom was talking to Aunt on the way to the sitting room. While gramps stayed behind us.

"You should go rest Finn. I need you fit for tomorrow's training." Gramps patted my head lightly. "Sky will take you to your room"

"Comes let's go." Sky dragged me to a corridor: away from our family. I could hear aunt's laughs as we went. Azzy was annoyed by her actions.

She let go once the laughs died. "Sorry. I didn't want mom to tease me, so I had to hurry."

"I understand. My dad does that too" I collected my breath.

"Yeah. So is it true? You already have a mana core? Mom said till I'm eight." She was curious.

"Yeah. My mom said I'm special." I sent her a cheeky grin. It resulted in Sky pouting and nudging my side.

"Don't get ahead of yourself. I bet I'll get stronger than you once I awakened. And it'll be fire magic." She's confident. I wonder what my affinity would be. Mom's a wind mage; while dad's a fire mage.

Skylar stopped at a door to the left before opening it to reveal a stunning room.

The room before me was composed of brilliant grey and white marble tiled walls. The same material was used for the floor but the colour was the same as that of the whole house: white. A small crystal chandelier was at the centre of the ceiling.

The bed along with the sheets was white. A couch and table was positioned in front of the bed. At the corner of the room: a desk and chair for reading was placed.

"Anyway, here's your room." She took a step into the room. Immediately I dragged her back. I stared at her. Skylar seemed to be in a befuddled state.

"Sigh. I need to clean up. You can entertain me later when I'm done." She moped at my statement. Quickly finding a way to lighten the mood I placed my hands on her shoulders. Her eyes watching me.

"Sigh. I won't take too long. Give me an thirty minutes. But you can help me bathe if you want" I shot her a cheeky grin. She looked perplexed before coming into realisation.

"Aah! I'll tell on you!" She threw my arms away and bolted through the corridor.

"Hhuh-hhah..." Azrail laughed madly at my skylarking.

After a satisfactory inspection of our new room, Azy and I went to get bathe. A few minutes after cleaning up, a maid brought our meal.

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