Duchess Sofia of Middlesbrooke
“But I’m from Natalis myself, after all. I’m sorry if I startled you, but it’s just been so long since I’ve had the chance to talk to someone in Natalian.”
Age: 51
Occupation: Duchess, diplomat, amateur historian
Likes: meeting new people, history, vacations to Natalis
Dislikes: homesickness
Husband: Duke Charles IX of Middlesbrooke
Son: Alois von Middlesbrooke
Daughter: Agnes von Middlesbrooke
Wards: Roland and Alda
Ageing: gracefully
Favourite Natalian historical figure: Saint Artemio
Misses Natalis, but: likes the food in Middlesbrooke
Descended from one of the most prominent noble lines in Natalis — the ruling family of the Duchy of Mercurio — Sofia Ambrosia Mercuriano first met her eventual husband, the future Duke Charles IX of Middlesbrooke, when he was a young man studying art and history in Natalis. Although the two fell for one another, the sudden death of Charles’ father necessitated his return to Middlesbrooke.
Charles proposed marriage before departing and Sofia accepted. However, the two went several years without seeing each other in person, corresponding by letter as their mutual obligations prevented them marrying. Their wedding ceremony was the first time the two had seen each other since Charles’ proposal.
Despite this, Duke Charles and Duchess Sofia are famously known for their happy marriage and family life. In addition to their own children Alois (destined to eventually become Duke Alois V) of Middlesbrooke and Agnes, the two have taken the orphans Roland and Alda as their wards.
Known to be both a woman of poise and grace as well as great beauty — visiting diplomats will frequently make note that the Duchess is ageing quite gracefully — Duchess Sofia often hosts prominent visitors to the Duchy, delighting in learning about the history and culture of lands outside the Duchy.
Duchess Sofia is also an avid reader of history, particularly that of her homeland of Natalis. With few other Natalians present in the Duchy, this is her primary way to retain a connection to Natalis while living in Middlesbrooke.
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