Nysera the Goddess of Secrets
"There are forgotten realms beyond the borders—"
"Enough," she commanded, the single word echoing like thunder through the sanctuary. "You still don't understand." She stepped closer, her golden eyes boring into his. "So listen carefully. I did not become a High Goddess because fate favored me, Kaelor. I became one because I was willing to sacrifice what weaker gods could not. I will sacrifice my reputation, I will sacrifice kingdoms, I will sacrifice entire generations if it means securing victory. And I will sacrifice one nameless child without losing a single moment of sleep."
Kaelor's lips trembled, his heart breaking for the infant in the crib. "You... you're her mother."