I Got Isekai'd, Well Shyt! Vol. 1, 2, and 3

Vol.3 Some Alone Time with Mother.

"Okay, Mom. What was so important that you had to wait until we were alone?" Quinus asked.

Rianna hurried over to him and embraced him tightly.

"Son! I missed you more than words could describe. You were gone for way too long. It's a mother's job to worry," the queen said while rubbing her cheek against his.

Quinus couldn't help but smile at his mom's affection, even if it was a bit embarrassing.

'Huh! Looks like I ended up being away for a whole month longer than I had intended. Even though she's royalty, she's still a mom. I should have anticipated that she would react this way,' Quinus thought as he wrapped his arms around his mother.

"I'm sorry, mom. It's just the trip took a lot longer than we thought. We ran into some issues," Quinus explained.

"Sshhh! All that matters is that you're home now. I missed you," the queen said.

She pulled back and placed a hand on his face. She smiled brightly at her son.

"Now, son, are you sure she didn't charm you with some kind of magic? It's not a crime if she did, but I could make her pay for tricking you. And don't lie to me, Quinus. I know when a man who has been charmed when I see one," the queen said with concern in her eyes.

Quinus stepped back, wearing an expression of bewildered surprise as he looked at his mom.

"You're kidding, right? A charm spell?... No, she doesn't have that kind of magic, Mom... Now, I can understand why Douglas was acting the way he was when he first arrived at Ironside... You ordered him to be wary of Rya, didn't you? But mom, she's a good woman. And if it weren't for her, I wouldn't be standing here for you to hug me. You should know better than to accuse her of something you have no proof of... I won't tell you again. Leave her alone, and let's end this charade," Quinus said.

"Son, she's a dark elf. The same race that destroyed kingdoms. And she's young, but she has a powerful aura around her. If she weren't a dark elf, then I'd be happy for you. But that's the race she is, Quinus... So, how do you think the kingdom is going to react? There will be a massive uprising if we don't put a stop to it," the queen explained.

"Mother, come on. This has been dragging on for days. Everyone in Ironside hails her as the city's savior, revering her as the Saintess. I understand the need to quell any potential unrest, but we shouldn't underestimate Rya. She's much smarter than you realize... She already has plans to deal with the problem. We just need your support. Please, mom. Just listen to her. That's all I'm asking for," Quinus said.

He was about to say something else, but a guard walked into the room and bowed.

"Your Majesty, I sincerely apologize for the interruption. However, we just received word that the King is set to arrive in Lomar by nightfall. It seems he's concerned about his son and is eager to see him. The mayor won't be able to conceal the King's arrival from the public. I must inform the Mayor immediately so that arrangements can be made for an escort to welcome him," the guard said.

'Dad's coming? This could be the perfect opportunity to resolve everything. Mom may have her reservations about Rya, but if Dad is supportive of her, then he could pull some strings with his council... Wait!... Who am I kidding? Dad's been in the dog house for years with Mom... And if he's coming all the way here, then it must mean he's worried, which could lead to an argument between him and Mom. Damn it, things were finally starting to calm down. Now, there's going to be an uproar over Dad's sudden arrival... Haah... I guess the ball is in Mother's court... I wish I knew what to say to persuade her. I know that she'll love Rya, but she's letting her prejudices cloud her judgment... Well, whatever happens, I'm staying by Rya's side. And there's nothing she can say to change my mind,' Quinus thought.