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Delia, a grey shrine maiden raised in the Ehrenfest temple orphanage, endured a childhood scarred by hardship. During a period of blue priests' recall to noble society, divine gifts for orphans drastically dwindled. Grey shrine maidens were removed, leaving young children like Delia on the verge of starvation with minimal care. Baptized at age seven, her striking appearance—a deep crimson cascade of hair and piercing light blue eyes—caught the High Bishop's attention, securing her selection as an apprentice attendant. Recognizing this as her sole escape route, Delia resolved to become a blue priest's mistress for a life of comfort.
Assigned as attendant to Myne under orders to spy for the High Bishop, Delia's naivety about the outside world led her to perceive the High Bishop's corrupt practices as normal. She exhibited a straightforward, often rude demeanor, openly confessing her role as a spy to Myne. Despite this, she occasionally aided Myne's orphanage improvements, discreetly sharing food and withholding reports about unauthorized aid, revealing a personality blending childish bluntness with underlying kindness.
A turning point arrived when Delia discovered an infant named Dirk in the temple. Encouraged by Myne to become his caregiver and experience familial bonds, Delia grew deeply attached, viewing Dirk as her only family. After Dirk fell ill, Myne concealed his Devouring diagnosis—a mana-related condition. Delia later learned of failed noble adoption attempts. Fearing separation, she reported these plans to the High Bishop. He manipulated her, promising to secure Dirk's noble adoption while allowing her to remain his caretaker. Trusting this, Delia removed Dirk from the orphanage, resulting in her dismissal from Myne's service.
Delia's trust shattered witnessing the High Bishop exploit Dirk's mana, use him as a shield in conflict, and discard him callously. During a mana clash between Ferdinand and Count Bindewald, she prioritized Dirk's safety, hurling herself over him and pleading with Myne for protection. Both were spared when Myne shielded them with wind magic. In the aftermath, the High Bishop's attendants, including Delia, faced execution. Myne intervened, convincing Archduke Ehrenfest to spare her life. Delia's punishment was permanent confinement to the temple orphanage, barred from noble sale or attendant service. Initially traumatized by this return to childhood suffering, she gradually adapted, becoming Dirk's primary caregiver and eventually accepting help.
In later years, Delia matured into a "jaw-dropping beauty," assuming greater orphanage responsibilities. She managed all young children alongside peers like Lily and Wilma, displaying a sibling-like dynamic with Dirk despite his occasional rebelliousness. Her dedication extended to caring for children from purged noble families, including those of the former Veronica faction, during winter crises. She occasionally participated in enthusiastic praise of Rozemyne (formerly Myne), later expressing embarrassment over such outbursts. Delia's journey culminated in finding purpose and stability, transforming from a self-serving attendant into a nurturing figure within the orphanage.
Trivia: She habitually exclaims "Geez!" when annoyed, received a stone slate from Myne, and earned admiration from Marthe, an orphan from Hasse.
Assigned as attendant to Myne under orders to spy for the High Bishop, Delia's naivety about the outside world led her to perceive the High Bishop's corrupt practices as normal. She exhibited a straightforward, often rude demeanor, openly confessing her role as a spy to Myne. Despite this, she occasionally aided Myne's orphanage improvements, discreetly sharing food and withholding reports about unauthorized aid, revealing a personality blending childish bluntness with underlying kindness.
A turning point arrived when Delia discovered an infant named Dirk in the temple. Encouraged by Myne to become his caregiver and experience familial bonds, Delia grew deeply attached, viewing Dirk as her only family. After Dirk fell ill, Myne concealed his Devouring diagnosis—a mana-related condition. Delia later learned of failed noble adoption attempts. Fearing separation, she reported these plans to the High Bishop. He manipulated her, promising to secure Dirk's noble adoption while allowing her to remain his caretaker. Trusting this, Delia removed Dirk from the orphanage, resulting in her dismissal from Myne's service.
Delia's trust shattered witnessing the High Bishop exploit Dirk's mana, use him as a shield in conflict, and discard him callously. During a mana clash between Ferdinand and Count Bindewald, she prioritized Dirk's safety, hurling herself over him and pleading with Myne for protection. Both were spared when Myne shielded them with wind magic. In the aftermath, the High Bishop's attendants, including Delia, faced execution. Myne intervened, convincing Archduke Ehrenfest to spare her life. Delia's punishment was permanent confinement to the temple orphanage, barred from noble sale or attendant service. Initially traumatized by this return to childhood suffering, she gradually adapted, becoming Dirk's primary caregiver and eventually accepting help.
In later years, Delia matured into a "jaw-dropping beauty," assuming greater orphanage responsibilities. She managed all young children alongside peers like Lily and Wilma, displaying a sibling-like dynamic with Dirk despite his occasional rebelliousness. Her dedication extended to caring for children from purged noble families, including those of the former Veronica faction, during winter crises. She occasionally participated in enthusiastic praise of Rozemyne (formerly Myne), later expressing embarrassment over such outbursts. Delia's journey culminated in finding purpose and stability, transforming from a self-serving attendant into a nurturing figure within the orphanage.
Trivia: She habitually exclaims "Geez!" when annoyed, received a stone slate from Myne, and earned admiration from Marthe, an orphan from Hasse.