Outlander Season 8 has ran with the Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone storyline of Fergus Fraser being the son of Comte St. Germain. Yes, this is the same Comte we met during Outlander Season 2, with the series just scratching the surface of what all of this could mean for Fergus Fraser.

The TV series hadn’t had a chance to delve into the story of the Comte. In the books, his story doesn’t end with his death at the unwitting hands of Claire. There’s a short story that you need to read, which teases much more if it turns out Fergus is really the son of this man.

The ‘Outlander’ Story Is Expanded in ‘The Space Between’

Diana Gabaldon has written a number of short stories and novellas within the world of Outlander. They are mostly standalone stories — except for the series focused on Lord John Grey, which connect to each other — focusing on some different characters we’ve met over the years. The Space Between by Gabaldon delves into the stories of Comte St. Germain, Master Raymond, Joanie MacKimmie, and Michael Murray.

Based on the Comte’s storyline, it’s clear that Fergus may have inherited more than just money and land. We learn that the Comte is also a time traveler, although he didn’t know at the time of his death. And yes, he did die, but Master Raymond brought him back. It’s after coming back to life that he learns that he can travel through time and some of the rules. He even meets another particular time traveler we’ve also come to know!

With this, Fergus could have the ability to time travel. Of course, the Outlander books make it clear that just because someone possesses the gene doesn’t mean that they can necessarily time travel. It’s like a gene for hair color, eye color, and even conditions; some genes remain dormant. So, while Fergus will possess the gene, if he is in fact the son of the Comte, it doesn’t mean that he’ll be passing through the stones any time soon!

‘The Space Between’ Delves Into More About Time Travel

While the main Outlander books offer some theories and rules about time travel, The Space Between delves a little more into it. We get to hear from the Comte’s experiences going back and forth through time.

It’s not quite as much as we would like, though! Master Raymond appears closer to the end with a promise of showing the Comte more, and that’s where the story ends. It would be great to get a continuation of this from Gabaldon. However, for those who would like to delve deeper into this universe, The Space Between is a must, and it’s a quick read.

This story was originally published by Parade on Mar 27, 2026, where it first appeared in the Books section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.