Meeting Mrs. Holt

You picked up your phone to dial your mother. You double checked and reminded Morgana to lay low while you made the call. Scrolling through your contacts, you found her number and hit the call button. The phone rang only once before a woman’s voice answered.

“Hello? James? Honey, what’s wrong?” Your mother’s voice had a hint of apprehension to it.

“Hey, Mom. Yeah, it’s me. Look, everything is fine okay?”, you said, being as nonchalant as possible. Your mother was always very calm except when it came to you.

“Why did you call me? You never call lately. When I saw your name, I thought the worst had happened.” Her voice shook slightly, and you felt a pang of guilt knowing that you worried her so much.

“Yeah. Sorry about worrying you. Listen, I need a favor. I’m kind of in a tight spot, and I don’t know if I can get out of this without your help.” There was a pause long enough to make you wonder if the call had disconnected. “Mom?”, you asked.

“Did…did you kill him? Don’t worry, baby. I won’t let you go to prison.”, your mother said in a serious and resolute tone.

“I’ll get you the best lawyer I can. In the meantime, tell me the location and I can get people out there to clean it up.”

Why did she sound like a mafia boss?

“What?! No! I didn’t kill anyone, Mom. This isn’t about Stephanie or Darren. I need you to get me a meeting with Aunt Lexi. Today if possible.”

There was another pause.

“So no ****, then?”, your mom said almost regretfully.

“No! I just need to see Aunt Lexi as soon as possible.”, you said with exasperation.

“Why do you need to see Lexi? Did something happen at work? Do you need me to come get you?”

It was just like your mom. She loved you to ****, and she had a way of going a little overboard when it came to you. Still, if it hadn’t been for her support you probably wouldn’t have survived the divorce.

“You might as well just explain what happened to her. I’ve seen your memories, Jim. Your mom loves you. If you can trust anyone, you can trust her.” Morgana, who had been listening in, spoke to you through your mental connection.

“Okay. I need you to listen for a few minutes without interrupting, Mom. It’s a long story, but I know I can trust you.”

You told your mom the story of the portal breach, Morgana finding her way into your bag, and your current circumstances. You chose to leave out the parts about the intense sex with Morgana, the fact she inhabited part of your brain, and her claims of ownership. You did tell her your plan to try and resolve what had happened. Again, there was a long pause from your mother as she absorbed what you told her.

“So, you have a new girlfriend then? That’s wonderful, James! I knew you’d find someone better than that two-timing bitch.” You were stunned that after all that, the most important thing to your mother was your love life.

“Mom, you’re ignoring the important part here.” You said while massaging your temple in frustration.

“Nonsense! My baby’s happiness is the most important thing in the world to me. You have no idea how horrible it has been these past months seeing you in so much pain. This Morgana sounds so wonderful. I knew something happened! You sound better than the last time we talked.”

“Obviously this mother of yours is quite intelligent. I approve.”

Your patience was starting to wear thin, and you desperately wished your mom (and Morgana) could focus.

“Where is Morgana now?”, your mother asked suddenly.

“S-she’s here with me in my apartment. She’s been hiding out with me for the past two days.”, you said carefully.

“So you’ve been holding up in your little love nest, huh? Well, I don’t blame you. I’ve heard monster girls fall fast and hard when they meet the right guy. I bet you two are exhausted!”

Your mom spoke with a knowing and playful tone. She had already guessed you weren’t just sitting there playing board games for two days straight.

“Mom, can we please get back to the issue? I need to meet–”, you were cut off again as your mother kept talking.

“Put me on video call. I want to see my future daughter-in-law.”, she demanded in a cheerful tone.

“Mom. Seriously.”, you tried to get in.

“James Thomas Holt! You put her on the phone now!” That tone was one you knew all too well. This plan could not go any further without your compliance.

“Fine. One sec.”, you said while gesturing for Morgana to come closer.

As the video call started, you could see your mother come into view.

She was very pretty for a woman in her sixties. She had a younger face with very few wrinkles. She had tasteful dark eye make-up and red lipstick. Her hair was styled in a short pixie cut and dyed a subtle lavender. Your mother always dyed her hair to avoid seeing any of the gray.

She wore a smart business suit that was also lavender with black lapels. Her open jacket showed a black dress shirt with a low v-neck. She had several gold necklaces of various lengths. Overall, she gave the impression of a seasoned professional. Excitement shone on her face.

“Oh, James. You look so good. She must be helping you get your sleep.”, your mother chuckled.

You groaned. This was not a conversation you wanted to have with your mom. You positioned your phone so she could see Morgana.

“Here she is. Mom, this is Morgana. Morgana, this is my mother Abby.”

Morgana picked up quickly on how to use the phone’s camera.

“Oh my goodness!”, your mother gasped excitedly. “James! She’s so beautiful!”

A feeling of pride formed inside you at your mother’s approval. She had never much cared for Stephanie. She had always been cordial with her, but you always got the impression your mother mistrusted her. Apparently your mother did not have the same misgivings about Morgana. For her part, Morgana was beaming and you could feel her confidence rise.

“I’m very pleased to be introduced to you, mother. Please count on me to take care of Jim from now on. He is a bit unruly, but he is a man of many talents.”, she said with respect. A flicker of understanding between two powerful women was exchanged.

“You seem like a perfect woman for James.” Your mother was really gushing. “You have my blessing, honey. Just promise me you won’t wear him out too badly! Haha!”

Your mom let out another chuckle which Morgana shared. You weren’t sure if the two of them getting along was a good thing.

“I adore her, Darling. I can tell from her aura that she is a commanding person. It’s too bad I won’t be able to keep that promise. My pet needs lots of training afterall.” Morgana said telepathically.

“Okay, Mom. You two have met, and I am sure you can get to talking more later. I need your help though to get her registered. Can you see if Aunt Lexi can see us today?”

“Oh I don’t think that will be a problem. You know Lexi is crazy about you. I’ll send her a message and let you know when the appointment will be.”

“Thanks, Mom. We are really grateful.”, you said.

“Oh, don’t worry about it. I’m sure Lexi can get it straightened out. She is the head of HR over there after all. Maybe she can speed up that one-year contraceptive clause as well so I can get some grandchildren.”

“MOM! NO!”, you yelled in a panic. You swore Morgana turned a deeper shade of purple.

“I’m just kidding…kind of. You’re so serious, James.” Your mom let out a hearty laugh.

“Baby? Jim’s baby? I want it. I want Jim’s baby. I need Jim’s baby. Our baby. Our baby. Our baby.”

You panicked as the stream of consciousness filtered in your head from Morgana. You looked to see a dazed expression on her face as she rested her hand on her stomach. The sparkling purple and pink of her slime rippled with excitement.

“Oh look! Lexi already got back to me. She says she’ll meet you at noon for lunch in her office.”

“Great. Thank you, Mom.”, you sighed in relief while trying to ignore the unbridled air of lust that was now swirling around your apartment.

“Oh and Jim?”, your mother said just as you were about to end the call. You looked at her with a puzzled face. “Be careful asking Lexi for favors. She’s a shrewd person. Try not to get caught up in her pace.”

“Okay, Mom.” You said still puzzled. Why would you need to be careful around Aunt Lexi?

“Good. Bye, James. Let me know how it goes. It was nice to meet you, Morgana!”, your mother said before ending the call.