-Conversation with dans960@hotmail.com

(04:12:59 AM) Crys:
*Molly comes back to him, the barn slightly darker than before with the door closed. She shoos the cows to the other end. Kneeling beside him, she takes his hands*
(04:15:47 AM) Crys:
let me see how much I've got. You're Morgan Koertig, an Eisen noble who married a seamstress without status. Your brother objected to an inter-class marriage, possibly for fear of losing title or fortune, possibly as a mask for envy at your happiness, or possibly out of snobbery. So he decided to take them from you, by a hitman to prevent blame falling on himself?
(04:16:29 AM) Crys:
*She watches him closely*
(04:17:26 AM) Madison:
oh, no, he hired an assassin because he doesn't have the nerve to do it himself... and yes, I'm Morgan Koertig *he performs a sitting bow*
(04:18:45 AM) Crys:
*She cant help but giggle at his bow* To be honest, the clues were all there, fortunately for you, the guests aren't as sharp as I am *she smiles wryly, never one to praise herself*
(04:19:36 AM) Madison:
The guests are idiots from what I can see... they've discounted me being anything but master at arms, a simple man who cant read... if they'd paid any real attention, they'd have at least figured out that Hockridge is a minor nobles name
(04:21:03 AM) Crys:
*She grins* at least you have a last name to them! I've had a fake one ready to tell them, not that they care. Strange though... a lord, and a gentleman's daughter, hiding away as servants surrounded by hay and cows muck.
(04:21:43 AM) Madison:
I've never particularly enjoyed the company of nobility... they think far too much of themselves
(04:23:18 AM) Crys:
*She looks at him, still holding his hands* but the fine clothes, and fine foods? And a home of your own? I've wanted that for so long, and now... well, that's neither here nor there. So, what has happened to your brother?
(04:24:34 AM) Madison:
fine clothes and food *he snorts* I was at my happiest in a small house where we grew our own vegetables, repaired our own clothes, our own fence. Edward, last I heard, is still in Eisen... but they're looking for me
(04:27:26 AM) Crys:
You could have a house again though, you have the funds available to purchase your own house, and a litle land no doubt. So, thats why you're so concerned about lady sophia... it makes perfect sense. What will happen if they find you? *she bites her lower lip*
(04:28:44 AM) Madison:
I dont know. Make me renounce my title... but I dont intend to be found. Though its getting hard... several people know who I am now.
(04:29:05 AM) Madison:
as for a house, yes I have the funds... but it'd draw too much suspicion, and I gave my word to protect Lady Torrington
(04:30:39 AM) Crys:
Which title? Master at arms, or lord? how do so many know? *She sees very clearly now why protecting catherine is such an important part of his life*
(04:31:21 AM) Madison:
*Morgan raises his head, counting* five people know already...
(04:31:50 AM) Crys:
*Molly's eyes go wide* how the...
(04:34:06 AM) Madison:
well, lets see... Siegfried... he's deceptively clever... pieced it together all on his own... normally when I write I scrawl, to make it look like I've had little practice... when Lady Torrington disappeared, I was so desperate to get help that I forgot... he took note of the way I wrote, the language I used... and he took note of the way I spoke, the way I treat people
(04:34:44 AM) Crys:
*she smiles* another smarty pants
(04:35:43 AM) Crys:
Eiblinn surely knows...
(04:36:29 AM) Madison:
yes, she does
(04:37:07 AM) Crys:
and me, thats three... who else?
(04:37:43 AM) Madison:
Master Jaeger
(04:37:58 AM) Madison:
he walked in on myself and Siegfried
(04:38:36 AM) Crys:
I figured he might know, he isnt the best at keeping a rein on himself when he's near me, and can babble
(04:38:54 AM) Madison:
I've noticed
(04:40:02 AM) Crys:
its sweet, and yet very childish... i fear it may be annoying over time, I alwas assumed I'd marry the strong, mature, silent type...
(04:41:03 AM) Crys:
sorry, who was the fifth? *she looks embarassed, having noted the qualities all fit morgan*
(04:42:39 AM) Madison:
The fifth... I'm almost ashamed for telling her... Captain Tsaylur
(04:43:33 AM) Crys:
Why, she's nice... not sure how trustworthy, but I can see why a man would be temped to tell her.
(04:44:32 AM) Madison:
she was angry at me, and I needed her to see WHY I react the way I do
(04:46:47 AM) Crys:
that makes sense. *she smiles at him* as for what to do to keep it safe, I'd say red herrings to be honest. Have gossip that the mysterious mr koertig came to visit while no-one was around, similar stories about other parts of avalon, escapades in castille/vordacce perhaps
(04:47:19 AM) Crys:
why cant you be here and be a lord though?
(04:48:01 AM) Madison:
I sent my mother a letter via a friend in Vodacce, saying I was there
(04:48:37 AM) Crys:
then perhaps household gossip may be enough to get rid of lady sophia
(04:50:32 AM) Madison:
perhaps... if she's looking for me at all... though I am concerned at her constant use of the term master when speaking to me
(04:51:03 AM) Crys:
*she hugs him* I'll do whatever you ask of me to make things better for you, just say the word.
(04:51:28 AM) Madison:
just dont tell anyone, not even people you think you can trust
(04:52:15 AM) Crys:
The only two people I feel I could trust already know, so there is no worry there. Will the others tell?
(04:53:06 AM) Madison:
I hope not... I trust Siegfried not to, and Jaeger providing he doesn't get overexcited
(04:53:57 AM) Crys:
*she grins* should I advise him that if he tells, I will think less of him? that might curb him somewhat
(04:54:39 AM) Madison:
I suspect it'd do more than the threat I issued
(04:56:01 AM) Crys:
I do wonder, why does he like me so much? I'm hardly beautiful, or funny, I'm fairly smart and keep house well, but is that enough to be a good wife or companion?
(04:57:00 AM) Madison:
you are beautiful... funny, I couldn't say as I've not had occasion to witness your humour
(04:57:22 AM) Crys:
*She blushes*
(04:59:18 AM) Crys:
thank you... you must have seen some incredibly beautiful women in your former position in life, and to be counted as beautiful by one who knows is a great compliment
(04:59:37 AM) Madison:
My lady, you'd fit in wonderfully in a court in Vodacce
(04:59:52 AM) Madison:
make a point of ensuring Master Jaeger takes you there
(05:01:08 AM) Crys:
*she goes even redder* I doubt he would, he can be a bit possesive, and I think he'd fear that any handsome man who showed and interest would have me alone in his chambers by dawn
(05:01:45 AM) Madison:
no, I think he puts more faith in you than you might imagine
(05:03:40 AM) Crys:
I really dont know. I'd say the chances of me wrapping another lord around my little finger and having him want me as companion or wife is highly unlikely
(05:04:29 AM) Madison:
who knows? If I weren't up to my ears in overly posessive women I may even be tempted by you myself
(05:05:38 AM) Crys:
*she laughs loudly* Now now, it's wrong to tease *she, very childishly, sticks her tongue out at him.
(05:06:08 AM) Madison:
*Morgan looks at the floor* I think Eiblinn wants me to marry her
(05:06:57 AM) Crys:
*She very abruptly calms down* and do you want to marry her?
(05:08:44 AM) Madison:
no, I dont. I dont see that anyone could ever take Dietlinde's place, and even if someone could, she isn't that person
(05:09:03 AM) Madison:
(05:10:51 AM) Crys:
*sh smiles sadly* thats understandable, she was your soulmate. Would you take Eiblinn as a mistress if you were outed?
(05:11:09 AM) Madison:
I... I'm not sure.
(05:14:11 AM) Crys:
It strikes me that you're looking for something else, the comfort and affection without the same level of commitment you and Dietlinde shared... *she begins to get flustered* without the ummm... intimacy... uhhh love-making... or, perhaps still being male ... oh goodness *she goes bright red, unable to meet his eyes, still very naive in many ways*
(05:15:48 AM) Madison:
I'm not sure if I'm honest. I feel awful that I dont care for Eiblinn as much as she seems to care for me
(05:16:40 AM) Crys:
and you feel maybe its fairer to let her go, than hold her with the idea of possibly one day holding your heart, which she never will?
(05:17:14 AM) Madison:
Probably. It felt nice in the beginning to have her attention, but now...
(05:18:00 AM) Crys:
...it's smothering, and comes with pressure to commit?
(05:18:15 AM) Madison:
*Morgan smiles ruefully*
(05:19:18 AM) Crys:
I may not have experience with love, but i am a creative little soul, and I watch people like Old Grey the Hawk watches the dormice in the field.
(05:22:22 AM) Crys:
It is tough to know what to suggest. You aren't stuck, having to marry for the sake of stability and a good future *she looks nervous at this*
(05:23:20 AM) Crys:
You dont need to marry at all, and providing you're discreet, can find the affection you desire without commitment or risk to the reputation of the girl in question
(05:24:03 AM) Madison:
*Morgan seems to think about this for a while* possibly
(05:25:20 AM) Crys:
so, in some ways, you're very fortunate. you'll just need to ensure that Eiblinn doesnt back you in to a corner to the point in which you must hurt her badly to escape
(05:25:46 AM) Crys:
I think, I would trade you. *she smiles forlornly*
(05:25:47 AM) Madison:
I think perhaps I should end it soon, rather than risk hurting her
(05:27:22 AM) Madison:
Jaegers a good man, Molly... I'd have him at my back in a fight any day... not with anything loaded, obviously
(05:31:47 AM) Crys:
He is a good man, and has made me an incredibly generous offer, but I envy your freedom. My marriage will always be part necessity, and once tied in, I must shield m heart in case I fall head over heels in love with another. But what if I am not satisfied, what if I crave attention that I dont get? He is infatuated now, but when that wears off, I will have no-one to turn to. You will always be free to seek comfort when you need it, and I envy that. *She gets more and more worked up through this, her worries and fears spilling out. She draws away from him, wrapping her arms around her knees*
(05:31:54 AM) Crys:
I'm sorry...
(05:33:09 AM) Madison:
*Morgan moves to hold Molly* y sweet, given the choice, I think the only comfort I'll ever look for is a mere hug, possibly a kiss... anything more is a betrayal of Dietlinde...
(05:35:55 AM) Crys:
*she clings to him* it'd be he same for me, though I'd seek the attention elsewhere, I could never break the vow only to share my bed with lord jaeger.