Eventually, my mother pulled back and searched my face. “Morgan, my baby girl. I’m so confused. You’re a beautiful woman now. Where has the time gone?” “Try not to worry. It’s a long story, but we have plenty of time to explain.” I smiled reassuringly. “The first thing I want to share with you, though, is your grandson.” I lifted Galath from Knight’s arms and brought him around to my mother. Her lips parted in surprise, and she reached out a trembling hand for Merlin’s arm. “I’ve never seen anything more perfect in my life,” she rasped, love brimming in her eyes. She was the kindest, most peaceful soul I had ever known. The world was a better place with her in it. Hand over her mouth to contain her happiness, my mother turned back to Merlin, then seemed to realize just who she’d been leani
