My Precious Gilly,
There are moments in life when a mother's worry becomes too heavy to bear silently, and today is one of those moments for me. My darling daughter, I write to you with a heart filled with love, concern, and an earnest desire to share my thoughts about your father.
Over the years, you have witnessed firsthand the chaos surrounding your father's life. It pains me deeply to see the toll it takes on you, and I want you to know that your feelings are valid and understood. As your mother, it is my duty to protect and guide you, and it breaks my heart to witness the turmoil caused by your father's actions and choices.
I want you to remember that your father's behavior does not reflect you or your worth as a person. You are a remarkable woman with your own dreams, talents, and aspirations. I admire your strength and resilience in navigating through these difficult times, and I want you to know that you are not alone.
Please understand that your father's chaotic nature is not something we can control or change. We can only control how we react to it and find ways to preserve our own peace of mind. It is crucial to prioritize your well-being and focus on building a stable foundation for yourself. Surround yourself with positive influences, seek solace in activities that bring you joy, and remember that you have a support system in place whenever needed.
Now for the hard part. For years I suspected your father was dabbling in powers and forces beyond what a mortal man should. When I would confront him about it at first he would dismiss it as nothing but more and more signs kept my suspicions well founded. At first, it was an outburst or temper tantrum. Then he continued to be more and more secretive. I am under no delusions of fidelity in our union. I knew from the beginning that was part of the deal of being the wife of the Don of Ivy Hill. There was a time I truly loved your father. Over time I chose to dedicate my life to the most precious thing life had given me. A strong and capable daughter. That is why I took the path I will reveal to you now. Please know I did all of this out of love.
I began looking into the dealings of Reginard and over time I saw a pattern form. His actions in our personal lives and in business began to become more chaotic. He would make irrational choices. It was then I uncovered the awful truth. I found he had made a pact with an otherworldly being he called The Deep Father. It was how he kept the edge on his adversaries but it came with a great price. And that price had to be paid. He became suspicious of me and began limiting my access to others even you. This only strengthened my resolve. Later I overheard something I will never forgive. Reginard was discussing a ceremony that involved his offspring. Through it, he would once and for all gain the power he needed to crush his foes and rule Rockshire. I took it upon myself to discover if he had more than just one child. With the help of Matriach Lysse d’Silvas and other means I discovered you have siblings. How many is still unknown but I discovered a boy by the name of Flynn Summerbranch he was the son of a woman who used to work for the family named Fenara. The night of the explosion I discovered they were the target of the explosion and your father had orchestrated the attack. When I confronted him about it he almost became someone else and violently lashed out at me. All my greatest fears were confirmed the night. All the offspring of Reginard Boulderhill were in danger.
The night I left you in the care of Matriarch d’Silvas was the most challenging day of our lives. I will never forgive him for what happened to Podrick, Flynn, Fenara, and the countless unnecessary deaths that day. I had to know you were at least safe from whatever your father had become or actions he could take in the future.
I suffered greatly by his hand after time went by and he discovered what I had done. I used every moment gifted to me to take matters into my own hands. I consulted the wisest and most accomplished people I knew. With the help of the Nine and vassals of the church created protection for you and your siblings. Know this is the greatest gift I could ever give you. It will protect you from your father, his soldiers, or his enemies finding you easily. It was because of this I was able to keep you hidden for all those years at the Atheneum. I fear now my secret has been discovered. Reginard believes taking my life is the only way to uncover your location and the location of the others. But the trick is on him. Only you can give up that protection by your own free will and choice. Hold it close to you. It is with my sacrifice you will be safe.
I pray that you will never have to confront your father and the chaotic shell of himself he has become. I know whatever path he has taken changed him beyond anything he ever was. His pursuit of you and his offspring has consumed his every thought and action. Others in the family have also noticed the duality of his nature but others have embraced the disarray. I don't know who to trust anymore.
Your path is your own now. Whatever you choose is yours. I can only give you the remaining information I have in this last letter I will write.
I know of only one more half-sibling. I could gather they were the child of a courtesan that used to work at one of the brothels Reginard would frequent. I don't believe he is aware of them or his parentage. I found this reading an old account of a financial coverup by Louie HaHa. The woman came to the family looking for help with her child and it was “taken care of.”
I know the nature of the ceremony involving you is documented somewhere in the manor but your father has taken great lengths to hide it from everyone. Even the Ivy Crew are unaware of anything or are very good at hiding their involvement.
Remember that you are Not responsible for your father's choices or actions. It is not your burden to carry. Your worth is not defined by the chaos surrounding you but by the person you are and the love you have within you. Hold on to that love and let it guide you through the stormy waters. My love, I implore you to find healthy ways to cope with the chaos that may arise from your father's actions. Talk to trusted friends who understand your situation. It is essential to prioritize your mental and emotional health. Go and do great things!
With all the love in my heart,
Malora your mother
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