Katherine gazed at the stars from the balcony, contemplating the improbable journey that had transformed her from a frail Omega to a Luna and a formidable Hybrid. If anyone had told her such a fate awaited, she would have scoffed.

“I see you're enjoying the weather,” Ma’am Esther remarked, stepping into the room.

Katherine turned to meet her mother's warm smile. “I'm pregnant. Are you happy now? Am I finally a fulfilled Queen?” she queried, her emotions reflected in her almond-brown eyes.

“Yes, my beautiful daughter. You are indeed a fulfilled Queen. I never ceased praying for this moment, fasting, shedding tears, climbing the highest peaks. I'm overjoyed, blessed to...