The Noble Birth

Kaidus opened his eyes to the sound of his mother's gentle voice. "Hello, my dear son," she whispered, cradling him in her arms. He looked up at her, taking in the unfamiliar face. His mother, Lady Lirien, was a beautiful woman with long, golden hair and piercing blue eyes. His father, Lord Arin, stood beside her, a strong and proud man with a kind smile.

As Kaidus grew up, he noticed strange occurrences happening around him. Objects would move on their own, and he could sense the presence of magic in the air. He began experimenting with his powers, combining his knowledge of science from Earth with the magical energies of Eridoria.

One day, while playing in the castle's courtyard, Kaidus stumbled upon a small, hidden laboratory. He spent hours exploring the shelves, filled with strange ingredients and mysterious artifacts. His parents, though worried, encouraged his curiosity, recognizing the potential of their son's unique abilities.

As the sun set on the castle, Kaidus couldn't shake off the feeling that something was off. He had memories of a life before this one, of a world called Earth, where he had died in a tragic accident. The images were fuzzy, but the pain and heartache remained. Little did he know, his past was about to catch up with him in ways he never imagined.

*Flashback (Earth)*

Kaidus, then a young man named Kazuki, stood on the rooftop, gazing out at the cityscape. He had been waiting for his first date, but she had stood him up. Instead, he saw her kissing another man. Heartbroken, Kazuki slipped and fell to the ground, his vision fading to black as the rain poured down.

And then, he was reborn in Eridoria, as Kaidus, son of Lord Arin and Lady Lirien.

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Kaidus and his father, Lord Arin, were strolling through the bustling streets of Willowdale, their village, when they came across a young girl rummaging through a trash bin. Her dirty face and tattered clothes revealed her difficult circumstances. Lord Arin's kind heart couldn't resist the sight, and he approached the girl.

"Hello, child. What's your name?" he asked gently.

The girl looked up, her piercing green eyes sparkling with a mix of fear and hope. "A-Aria, sir," she stuttered.

Lord Arin smiled. "Well, Aria, how would you like to come home with us and start a new life?"

Aria's eyes widened, and she nodded eagerly. Kaidus watched as his father lifted her up and placed her on their horse-drawn carriage.

At the castle, Lady Lirien welcomed Aria with open arms, and the girl was soon bathed, fed, and clothed in warm attire. Kaidus found himself drawn to Aria's fiery spirit and determination. As they spent more time together, he realized she was around his age, and their conversations flowed effortlessly.

One afternoon, while exploring the castle gardens, Kaidus and Aria stumbled upon a hidden clearing. Aria's eyes sparkled as she discovered a small, wildflower blooming amidst the grass. Kaidus helped her pick it, and as their hands touched, he felt an unexpected jolt of excitement.

As the sun began to set, they reluctantly parted ways, but Kaidus couldn't shake off the feeling that Aria had brought a new light into his life.

The next day, Lord Arin announced that Aria would be their new maid, and Kaidus was thrilled. Little did he know, their adventures were just beginning...

Cliffhanger: As Kaidus and Aria sat together in the carriage, returning from a trip to the village market, they noticed a group of shady figures lurking in the shadows, their eyes fixed on Aria. "What do they want?" Kaidus wondered, his protective instincts rising.

To be continued in Chapter 2...

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