Chapter 712 - Not the Face!
A Stay-at-home Dad’s Restaurant In An Alternate World
The answer was already very apparent to Mag, but he still wanted to hear Amyâs reply.
There was a very good chance that she had just met her mother for the first time, and two of them had just undertaken a mother-and-daughter bonding exercise by beating up Brent.
That was⦠a little too much for him to handle.
Mag had thought extensively about what the first meeting between Amy and Irina would be like. He had even considered getting the system to make a moon replica so Amy wouldnât think that he had been lying to her.
Father really does seem interested! Amy blinked as she whispered into Magâs ear, âShe told me her name is Irina. She also told me to keep that a secret, so Iâm only going to tell this to you.â
âSo it really was herâ¦â Mag was afflicted by a series of complex emotions. Even though the answer didnât surprise him at all, it still dealt him a rather heavy blow.
From an emotional perspective, all of Alexâs memories and feelings toward Irina had been wiped away, so Irina was nothing more than a stranger to Mag.
Mag had transmigrated from a different world, and he was a completely different person compared to Alex, so he certainly had no intention of filling in for Alex as Irinaâs lover. That simply wouldnât be fair for either of them.
However, the undeniable fact was that she was Amyâs mother, so they were connected whether he liked it or not.
As for his own personal feelings toward Irina, Mag would have to ascertain those after meeting her in person.
In his heart, he would have to recover his former power and gather sufficient allies before seeking out Irina, but who wouldâve thought that she was also in Rodu, and that she would bump into Amy here?
âFather? Father? Are you thinking about Big Sister Irina?â Amy waved her little hand in front of Magâs eyes.
Only then did he return to his senses. He asked, âDid you tell her your name? And did she say anything to you?â
âI told her my name was Xiao Mi, and Big Sister Irina said that she was going to come and find me again. I can introduce her to you next time.â Amyâs eyes were wide with excitement, and her expression was saying âpraise me, Father!â.
Looks like sheâs already suspecting some things. Magâs emotions were cast into even more turmoil. If it were possible, he would naturally want Amy and Irina to reunite as well. He wanted Amy to know who her mother was so she could receive the maternal love that she deserved.
However, the kingâs birthday was imminent, and representatives from all races had flocked to Rodu. Sean and Josh were also constantly lurking in the shadows, and there would be countless pairs of eyes focused on Irinaâs every move. If his cover were to be blown, he would most likely experience the same thing as three years ago.
On that occasion, even Alex was unable to protect Amy; how could Irina possibly defend him and Amy at the same time?
Mag didnât want to experience the same tragedy again, but he couldnât bear to see Amy and Irina brush shoulders without identifying each other.
The image of Amy murmuring for her mother in her sleep was still fresh in his mind, and he could only imagine what it felt like for Amy to have such a gaping hole in her life.
What should I do?
Mag felt as if he were being faced with an irresolvable predicament.
âYou should be calling her auntie,â Mag said to Amy. He couldnât allow her to call her mother big sister, as that would completely jumble the generational hierarchy.
âFather, big sisters wonât like you if you call them old.â Amy shook her head as if she were teaching Mag a valuable life lesson as she continued, âBig sisters have to be called big sisters. If you call them auntie, they wonât like you.â
Mag opened his mouth, but was at a loss for a reply. Who wouldâve thought that she would be so good at reading womenâs hearts? However, if she didnât know that Irina was her mother, then why did it appear as if she was trying to hook him up with Irina?
Amy seemed to have seen the question in Magâs eyes, and she continued, âFather, the moon is so far away; wouldnât it be very difficult to rescue Mother from there? I feel like youâll be too lonely when Iâm taking my lessons, so how about I find you a wife? That way, she can stay with you, and Iâll replace her after my lessons so she can go home. I feel like Irina is really good for that job.â
Thatâs your mother youâre talking about! rolled his eyes internally. He didnât know how to respond to Amy, who was trying to hook him up with none other than her own mother. He finally knew why she was being so enthusiastic now.
He found it quite amusing that Amy was talking about a wife like she was talking about a shift worker, but he was mostly very touched by her thoughtfulness. She was so worried that he would be lonely by himself that she was even willing to set aside her mother.
âWhat do you think, Father? My idea is super awesome, right?â Amy was looking at Mag with an expectant look as she said, âIf we get a wife for you, sheâll also be able to help you wash the clothes and prepare the ingredients. You wonât have to work so hard then, Father.â
âYou think youâve got it all figured out even though this is the first time youâve met her?â Mag tapped Amyâs forehead with a smile.
According to the information that he had gathered on Irina, Amyâs plan was clearly unrealistic. The elven princess was not someone who would be content to wash clothes and prepare ingredients all day. Even if she were willing to do that, it simply wouldnât feel right to him.
Mag looked around before he said in a serious voice, âAmy, donât tell anyone about seeing Big Sister Irina here, ok?â
Amy looked at Mag with a serious expression and nodded as she replied, âDonât worry, Father, I definitely wonât introduce her to anyone else. You have to work hard, though!â
âWhat is in that little head of yours?â Mag couldnât help but burst into laughter. He didnât speak any further about this subject as he carried Amy downstairs.
As things currently were, he could only think on his feet and adapt to the situation as it transpired. He also had to hope that Irina would be smart enough not to act rashly and blow his cover.
Mag carried Amy down to the first floor, and all of the magic casters parted to create a path for them. All of the magic casters were looking at Amy, some with resentment in their eyes, while others were quite excited as if they were witnessing a future legendary figure.
âEveryone, get out of the way!â
All of a sudden, Roy and two other magic casters stormed down the stairs, carrying Brent on a stretcher as he yelled, âPresident! Master Brent was attacked and has been severely injured!â
All of the magic casters erupted into an uproar as they looked at the disfigured Brent.
âWhat happened?â Richard was also quite stunned to hear this as he hurriedly made his way forward. The fact that Brent had been beaten to such a horrific extent in the Magus Tower was most definitely a direct act of provocation to their Magus Tower. What unsettled him even further was that he had been completely oblivious as the incident was taking place.
âHart, treat his wounds,â Richard commanded with a dark expression.
A magic caster with a medium build stepped forward before unleashing healing magic. Blue light enveloped Brentâs body, and his bruised and battered face slowly began to recover toward a more normal pallor.
After throwing up a mouthful of blood, Brent slowly opened his eyes. The first thing that he caught sight of was Amy, and his eyes immediately widened. He threw his arms around his head reflexively, and howled, âNot the face!â