You're swimming in an amniotic sac in the belly of Sylphy, an elven girl who is to become your mother. Your father is Rudeus Greyrat, an adventurer and magician, the son of your grandparents, Paul and Zenith Greyrat. But your father has two more wives: Eris, and with her, he has your big sister, Christina, who is looking forward to her little sibling, and his old master, Roxy. But his true love is your mother, Sylphy, and the knowledge, Roxy and Eris.

Sylphy's water has broken and she's lying in bed. Rudeus is with her, Paul, and Zenith, as well, as are Rudeus's little sister, Eris, with little Christina and Roxy. Lila, the maid, is between Sylphy's legs and wants to catch you. And then you come. Your wonderful little screams echo through the room. You breathe your first breath. Tears of joy come from Sylphy.

Lila: It's a girl...

Sylphy (to Rudeus): That's your daughter. Rudy...