Liu Li has a brand new name - Rurik
Rurik, this name reflects Otto's expectations for the child, because the root of the name is the later word rich.
The ancient Norse language had a major influence on English and German a thousand years later, and also directly evolved into Swedish and Norwegian.
After all, Liu Li understands modern English. It is not difficult to learn the ancestral language of English in a short time.
But now, he is a baby after all.
He is so small that even if he gets a good name, he still has to be in the infancy of his biological mother. In the next few years, even if he wants to do something, he will be limited to being too weak and can only be a spectator.
Liu Li, or Rurik. He returned to the arms of his biological mother. Next, it was Otto who returned to solve the problem of goods and war dead.
All the dead were carried off the boat, and their relatives came to claim their bodies.
Here, a young but energetic ten-year-old boy looked at his father's gray body with dull eyes.
He just watched silently, as if isolated from the tribesmen who were laughing and laughing because of the arrival of many supplies.
This child is Arik, Otto's younger brother and Ogier's only son.
In Scandinavia, which the Romans called the "Dark Place", every boy reaching the age of twenty is a great miracle.
Not only men, but also a healthy woman must take huge risks if she can give birth to a child safely.
Aric's mother died in childbirth. In the end, the boy lost his mother and his future brother.
But at least he still has a father.
The Ross tribe is located in the northern area of the Baltic Sea. It is colder here and the poor living conditions make the tribe's population always small. What's worse, the entire tribe has more men than women!
If the environment is a test for the men of the tribe, then it is an even more severe test for the women.
Times are changing!
A mood to leave has arisen among the Ross tribe. The most poignant thought is that the so-called fleet voyages twice a year to demand tribute from the Sweg people should not transport the treasures back to the port all the way. , it is better to move the whole family directly, to occupy the towns of the Sweg people, to occupy those warm and comfortable areas and settle down.
In fact, the environment in the Novgorod area is cold, but it is located further south than Roseburg, and the climate is relatively mild.
At least, the land there can grow wheat.
Wheat kernels and primary ground flour have a strong appeal to residents throughout Scandinavia.
A big calloused hand patted a young shoulder.
Arik turned his dull head and saw his uncle with a pale face.
“Uncle.”
“Aric. Otto comforted him with a rich voice, "Your father died in the battle. Don't feel sorry for him." "
"I..."
How could I not be sad? Looking at his uncle's face that looked exactly like his biological father, tears flowed from the corners of the Viking boy's eyes.
"Silly boy, you will become a warrior eventually, you shouldn't cry now. "As he spoke, Otto patted the young man on the shoulder again, "Your father went to Valhalla, and Brünnhilde personally led him away. Arik, you must become a warrior, and only then can you see him in Valhalla. "
"Is this true? ”
“Of course it’s true! ”
For the entire Ross tribe, they have no doubt about Odin and Valhalla.
After all, this is what all of them have been exposed to since birth, fighting and dying, people They all think that this is like eating and sleeping, they are all part of life.
"Arik, I will be your father from now on. You know our traditions. ”
Arik nodded deeply and said no more.
In fact, Arik knew very well that as the adopted son of the leader, he would receive more care and would be better in the tribe in the future. They will also enjoy more rights in various matters.
However, during this period, the entire tribe has already known about the birth of a child known as "Odin's Blessing" by the leader's wife.
Aric knew very well that the child was his cousin, and now he is his brother.
The elders have confirmed that the child has a noble spirit. Bloodline, as an elder brother, Arik has already realized that he must fulfill his responsibilities as an elder brother in the future when the child grows up.
Otto continued to hold Arik's shoulders, "You know what I will do. What was your brother's name? "
"What is it? "
"Rurik. Hehe, does it look like your name? ”
“Yes. Is it because of me? ”
“Not only that, but also because of the oracle. I also learned about the oracle when I came back. My child, your brother will lead our people to glory. As an elder brother, you must help him well. "
Arik nodded: "Just like you and my father? ”
“Yes. Otto smiled and patted Arik on the shoulder again, "One day, you will fight side by side!" ”
Soon, all the dead were buried in the tribal cemetery.
Otto placed two Eastern Roman silver coins on Ogier’s eyes, and then covered them with wooden boards , and finally filled with soil.
As for Ogier's sword, it was naturally inherited by his only son Arik.
Now, the era is the autumn of 821 AD, Novgoro. The Dedisweg people had just harvested this year's new wheat, and part of it was looted in the name of tribute by the Ross tribe, who had rowed all the way here.
The climate in Novgorod is relatively mild, but the area in Rossburg is already quite cold.
Many tribes in Scandinavia have no concept of AD chronology at all, and they do not even have a rigorous chronology. As for writing, only a small number of Scandinavian groups, such as some Norwegian and Danish tribes, began to use alphabetic writing.
But these tribes have very similar legends and myths, which are passed down orally among the elders.
How many years has the Ross tribe existed? The elders of the tribe cannot give a clear number. After all, the tribe existed a long time ago. Therefore, many ancestors are buried in the tribal cemetery to support the elders' claims.
After burying all the dead and distributing the wealth, the leader Otto proudly went to the tribe’s ceremonial house to inform the elders of what happened during the voyage.
Based on the captured battle axes, spears, and special boats, it can be concluded that the enemies are all fishermen from Gotland.
The Ross tribe does not want to conflict with those people. Otto means this, and so do all the elders.
However, if they come to attack actively, no matter how powerful the counterattack is, they will have to fight back.
No one questioned Otto's decision, and the elders even believed that 200 enemies were eliminated with only ten people dead, which fully proved the strong fighting power of the Ross tribe! It also proves that Otto is the best leader.
Here, the most distinguished elder is the one known as "Grandma Vilia". She is an old man over eighty years old.
Yes, Vilia is not only the eldest in the tribe, but also seems to be still physically strong. She is also a priest in the tribe, and it is believed that she has established some kind of spiritual connection with Odin. Some even say that perhaps when she dies, she will regain her youth and become another Valkyrie in Valhalla.
Villa specifically mentioned the boy in her aging voice.
With a sense of majesty that made Otto nervous, she asked: "I only have the most important question to ask you. My child, have you named that boy?"
p>"Yes! It has been taken." Otto said proudly in front of all the elders: "I named him Rurik."
"It's Rurik, I I understand it completely," Villa said meaningfully.
Everyone looked at Vilia and saw a reassuring smile on her old wrinkled face.
"Educate your children well, leader." Villa said with good intentions: "When Rurik grows up, he will become our new leader. Everything is arranged by Odin. Now , Chief, you can leave."