Fourth Labor - Triton's Conch (1)

Heracles could tell immediately that the young man who had just entered the hall was the child of a nymph. His striking appearance and flawless skin were characteristics that rarely appeared unless divine or fairy blood ran in one’s veins.

The king’s mention that he hadn’t invited him to the feast added credibility to this notion. The king’s heir was off to the side drinking, which meant that this young man was most likely the son of a nymph concubine.

"Greetings, Lord Heracles! My name is Hylas!" "Hylas...?" "Yes. I'm much younger than you, …