Chapter 490 - 490: To Return Home
Chapter 490: To Return Home
[TL: Asuka]
[PR: ash]
The morning breeze came in from the mountains, brushing across the roofs of the keep, flowing into the west side of the garden, and finally, it kissed the Hall of the Dead.
“By the mercy of Arkay, may you be reborn into wealth. May you be delivered from the agony of poverty, war, and pestilence. May Sovngarde open its halls for your brave souls. May you rest in peace in the eternal kingdom.”
The prayer came to an end, and the priest waved his arm, covering the mangled bodies on the stone tables with a layer of magic light. The charred remains of the soldiers were crushed by a great force. Light from the candle shone upon sorrowful and solemn faces. The bereaved went up to say their goodbyes and condolences, then they left.
The trio called Irileth to a corner and said, “Irileth, here’s a thousand coins. Please, give these to the bereaved.”
Irileth was surprised. “What is the meaning of this?” Irileth shook her head. “The Jarl will compensate them adequately. They can live well enough with the coins they receive, and for a Nordling, there’s no higher honor than dying in battle.”
Flynn shook his head. “It’s what we want. We just want their families to live better lives. Please, take it.”
Irileth was silent for a while, and she nodded. She then looked upon the trio more favorably. Not many could be as noble as these three in a time of chaos. “Thank you for your kindness,” she said. “As Thanes, I’m sure you’ll be staying in Whiterun for a long time. Do please come to me should you need anything. I shall help wherever I can.”