Getting caught up
Light enveloped the room, making it impossible to see what was happening. Eventually, the light receded into the gem and colour returned to my mother. However, as soon as her time resumed, she started yelling orders. I quickly backed away so I didn't accidentally get hit by any rapid movements.
"Hurry there isn't much ti- huh?" My mother quickly realised the strangeness of the situation. Her attendants were all frozen in place, all the while the daughter she just threw through a portal was standing once more in front of her. If I was in her shoes I'd be doubting my own eyes as well.
"Hey, mum." I waved, not sure how I should be approaching this. It may have been a mere moment to her, but for me it had been years since we've last met. Where do I even start?
Without saying a word, my mother walked up to me and began pinching my cheeks.