Victoria “He is a hybrid, a demon wolf hybrid,” my mom explained. I thought that no more hybrids existed and that for a long time the beings could only produce with their mates, which were always from the same species. According to the books, I read it was the way The Fates found to bring harmony back to the Realms. “Sweetie, I don’t have much time. There is something else. Actually, two very important things,” she told me, regaining my full attention. My mom hovered her translucid hand over my lower stomach and her eyes shifted up to meet mine. “It is a blessing and a challenge. But above anything is an immensity of love. It will fill your heart with hope and renew your strengths. Vicky, you are carrying a child,” she told me with a soft smile, making me forget how t