Basil sat in the grand dining hall, the massive room that had once felt like a cold prison to him now starting to feel a little more like home. His eyes wandered around the large, ornate table where his family gathered, each member playing their own part in the complex web of power and responsibility that held the Eryndor family together.
The Eryndor family was known far and wide as the most powerful and influential family in the realm, surpassing even the royal bloodlines. The family patriarch, Basil's father, was a man of legendary strength and charisma, and his seven wives, along with their numerous children, formed a united front that had kept the family in a position of dominance for generations.
First Wife – Lady Anarya (Dragon Queen)
Age: 300 years
Role: Matriarch of the family, former ruler of the Dragon Lands.
Children:
Basil (18 years old) – The eldest son. Known for his unparalleled strength, Basil is a genius in both Aura and Mana Core usage. Despite his past, his abilities remain unquestioned by his family, though his reputation is another matter.
Younger Sister (5 years old) – A dragon-blooded child, inheriting her mother's dragon traits such as small horns and a dragon tail. Though young, she has a natural affinity for fire and earth magic.
Lady Anarya, Basil's mother, had once ruled over the Dragon Lands. Her strength far exceeded even that of Basil's father, a fact that added layers of complexity to their marriage. She had always been proud of her children, but her pride in Basil grew when he showed his strength, even if his actions were misguided.
Second Wife – Lady Elira (Human Noblewoman)
Age: 45 years
Role: The political strategist of the family, managing the noble relations.
Children:
Darian (16 years old) – A brilliant tactician with an affinity for strategic magic, Darian is a thinker above all else. He enjoys studying military history and tactics, providing an intellectual backbone to the family's decisions.
Clara (14 years old) – A skilled archer and herbalist, Clara has a calm demeanor and enjoys nature, often seen tending to plants and concocting medicinal brews.
Eldon (10 years old) – Eldon has a mischievous streak and a natural talent for water magic. He loves martial arts, though he's still young and often gets into trouble for his antics.
Third Wife – Lady Isolde (Elf)
Age: 200 years
Role: The spiritual counselor and mage of the family.
Children:
Lia (15 years old) – is a swordswoman of exceptional skill. Known for her speed and precision, she is a master of wind magic and wields her sword with incredible grace.
Selene (15 years old) – Lia's twin, equally skilled in swordsmanship, but with a focus on electro magic. She is known for her strength and resilience in battle.
Fourth Wife – Lady Aurelia (Human)
Age: 42 years
Role: The healer and nurturer of the family.
Children:
Aurelia (17 years old) – A calm and graceful individual, she is a skilled healer with an affinity for water magic. She has a strong connection to nature and often acts as the family's emotional support.
Leander (12 years old) – Leander, a powerful earth mage, is known for his ability to shape and control the land. He is also highly skilled in hand-to-hand combat, with a strong sense of justice and honor.
Fifth Wife – Lady Saraya (Human)
Age: 35 years
Role: Mistress of the family's internal affairs.
Children:
Galen (9 years old) – A quick-witted boy with a strong affinity for both fire and light magic. He's already showing great potential as a mage and is known for his keen mind.
Sixth Wife – Lady Verena (Human)
Age: 32 years
Role: The family's warrior and protector.
Children:
Thorin (7 years old) – Known for his exceptional speed and agility, Thorin is a natural with wind magic and quick reflexes. He has a curious mind and loves to explore, often getting himself into trouble.
Seventh Wife – Lady Lysandra (Human)
Age: 30 years
Role: Diplomat of the family, skilled in negotiation and peace-making.
Children:
Jasper (6 years old) – Jasper, a natural-born leader, has a rare affinity for electro magic. Despite his young age, he is already showing signs of extraordinary leadership and tactical brilliance.
As Basil observed his family, he began to recognize that, despite his past, they were all extraordinary in their own ways. His mother, the Dragon Queen, exuded wisdom and power, her eyes always filled with a quiet pride for her children. His siblings, with their talents and varied interests, had all been molded by their environment to become the future leaders of the family.
Yet, Basil couldn't help but feel a sense of disconnect. Despite being their older brother, he had always been isolated from them. His actions in the past, filled with arrogance and recklessness, had pushed them away, leaving him alone in a family that had every reason to dislike him.
But now, with the weight of his transmigration pressing down on him, Basil began to realize that he had the chance to change things. To earn the respect of those around him and, perhaps, heal the fractured bonds that existed in this once broken family. It was a chance he wouldn't squander.
With determination in his heart, Basil turned his gaze to the future, where his destiny awaited—not as a careless heir, but as someone who would conquer his past mistakes and carve out a legacy that would stand the test of time.