There was a high chance that Lyria and Rowan's father was an Apathrei based on Lyria's words. Sera thought. A demon and a human mage could procreate, as there had been records of half-breeds born from this union. However, half-breeds were not welcome in either world. Humans deemed them as monsters, while the demons viewed them as an insult to their lineage.
There were cases of demons taking advantage of humans' emotions to lure them into bearing children. Female mages were at the peak of their mana when they were pregnant. This might be the reason why demons impregnate female mages, devour them, and kill the unborn child in the process.
Sera found it disgusting. It only solidified her opinion that demons were no better than monsters. However, the existence of the Apathreis suggested a far more complex and unsettling reality.
Their group camped for the night. Tents were arranged with Sera staying with Lyria and Charlotte. She could sense several soldiers set near the vicinity.
