**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Mon Apr 4 00:01:00 2022 Apr 04 00:01:00 * Morgan heads out closing the door behind himself Apr 04 00:06:10 * Adalbrecht has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 04 12:15:18 * Disconnected () **** ENDING LOGGING AT Mon Apr 4 12:15:22 2022 **** BEGIN LOGGING AT Mon Apr 4 12:15:45 2022 Apr 04 12:15:45 * Now talking on #7thsea Apr 04 14:11:51 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 04 14:12:00 * MollyK is now known as Edward Apr 04 14:12:20 "LADY HAPSBURG, WHERE ARE YOU?" Varick's sing-song voice can be heard even as Morgan reaches the open door to Edward's study, and then beyond to his bed chamber Apr 04 14:13:26 * Morgan watches them from the doorway Apr 04 14:17:12 She is not here, Varick, and she wouldn't be hiding under the bed if she were Apr 04 14:17:32 **Edward removes his uniform from the wardrobe. Varick is looking under the bed. There is an easel with a sheet over it. Apr 04 14:17:49 Don't touch that Varick Apr 04 14:18:17 V: *he gets up* touch what? Apr 04 14:19:29 Whatever is under that bed Apr 04 14:19:55 V: there's just dust Apr 04 14:20:10 definitely don't touch that then Apr 04 14:21:58 * Edward looks at the black uniform with red piping, the Private rank markings on it reminding Morgan of Dekker saying Edward's promotion had been fairly imminent at the end of the War and he fully expected Edward would go far Apr 04 14:23:36 * Morgan watches him for a moment Apr 04 14:23:53 Your commander told me your promotion was about to happen Apr 04 14:26:20 It was. But the War ended Apr 04 14:26:32 He says you will go far Apr 04 14:26:37 * Edward brushes it down, despite it being pristine Apr 04 14:27:00 That is out of my hands for now Apr 04 14:27:41 I was thinking you, me and father could go hunting on sunday Apr 04 14:27:48 *Varick climbs up on Edward's bed, bouncing on it* Apr 04 14:27:56 * Edward nods Apr 04 14:28:09 If he wishes Apr 04 14:28:16 Do you wish to? Apr 04 14:28:32 * Edward nods, glancing at Varick Apr 04 14:28:40 It would be nice Apr 04 14:29:31 *the bed starts rhythmically squeaking* Apr 04 14:30:00 * Morgan looks at Varick Apr 04 14:31:51 V: *he looks to be enjoying himself* Apr 04 14:33:52 * Morgan looks at Edward Apr 04 14:33:56 is that the painting of Molly? Apr 04 14:34:36 * Edward looks to Morgan, smirking slightly "It's worth knowing it squeaks in advance. Yes" Apr 04 14:35:48 * Morgan nods Apr 04 14:35:50 I suppose so Apr 04 14:36:42 * Edward moves towards the painting, speaking quieter Apr 04 14:36:57 I've tested many beds, but never this one Apr 04 14:38:15 * Morgan nods Apr 04 14:38:42 * Edward smiles "one day though" Apr 04 14:40:44 oh really? Apr 04 14:40:56 Even married I expect I'd spend most of the time worrying Father would find out. Apr 04 14:42:27 * Morgan nods can be... provincial Apr 04 14:42:43 * Edward nods Apr 04 14:43:17 I expect I will still use this room when I visit after marriage Apr 04 14:43:24 oh? Why? Apr 04 14:44:07 It's been my room for a long time. If Mina still agrees, we will share her room in Graben rather than move to the master suite Apr 04 14:44:32 * Morgan nods Apr 04 14:44:39 I can understand that I suppose Apr 04 14:45:10 I would not kick Hapsburg from the room he shared with his late wife Apr 04 14:46:16 * Morgan nods Apr 04 14:46:31 that is considerate of you Apr 04 14:46:58 * Edward nods Apr 04 14:47:38 *Varick jumps still* It's very bouncy! Apr 04 14:48:13 * Edward smirks a little Apr 04 14:49:32 it certainly looks it Apr 04 14:50:03 Would you like to unveil it, Varick? *the boys gets down, getting the corner of the sheet* Ready, Papa? Apr 04 14:50:51 * Morgan nods Apr 04 14:51:21 *He pulls the fabric off. In the painting, Molly is knelt in profile praying, head bowed, eyes closed. The stained glass window features the virgin mary and the christ child, and there are also ships on it. The coloured light makes patterns on the carpeting around her, and on her glowing hair. Aside from the subject being so very dear and beautiful Apr 04 14:51:22 to him anyway, the painting is very good, three feet across, four feet high. Apr 04 14:51:59 That is wonderful Edward Apr 04 14:52:22 There are many bits I am not happy with, but it hasn't come out too badly Apr 04 14:53:14 She's going to love it Apr 04 14:53:25 V: *he watches Morgan* I think it's good Apr 04 14:54:15 * Morgan nods Apr 04 14:54:18 I agree Apr 04 14:54:25 * Edward nods "I hope so. It was hard to get her hair right from memory, I should have asked you to get me a lock of it" Apr 04 14:55:56 What do you intend to do with it? Apr 04 14:58:24 The painting is for you Apr 04 14:59:00 * Morgan frowns Apr 04 14:59:02 you are sure? Apr 04 14:59:07 * Edward nods Apr 04 14:59:23 * Morgan puts his arm around Edwards shoulder Apr 04 14:59:25 I said in the church in Starke I would paint her like that for you Apr 04 14:59:25 thank you Apr 04 14:59:36 * Edward nods Apr 04 15:00:25 You're welcome. Maybe there will be an out of the way place for it in whatever home you have in Gottkirchen Apr 04 15:00:47 I will find somewhere special for it Apr 04 15:00:58 * Edward looks humbled by this Apr 04 15:01:12 I am honoured Apr 04 15:03:28 She's going to love it Apr 04 15:03:41 I haven't told her about it yet. I thought I'd make sure you thought it was good enough Apr 04 15:05:54 it is _stunning_ Edward Apr 04 15:06:09 * Edward nods Apr 04 15:06:46 I am glad you're pleased with it. Most of its beauty comes from the subject though *he smiles* Apr 04 15:07:37 I cant say I disagree Apr 04 15:07:42 V: *he looks to Morgan* Does that mean he thinks Mama is pretty? Apr 04 15:09:32 Yes, it does Apr 04 15:09:52 * Edward nods "I do indeed. But something you will learn as you grow, a woman being pretty on the outside isn't enough, she needs to be pretty on the inside too. And your Mama is both" Apr 04 15:11:09 * Edward looks to Morgan "Was Dietlinde both too?" Apr 04 15:11:13 V* Apr 04 15:11:22 * Morgan nods Apr 04 15:11:38 * Edward looks a little surprised by this question from Varick Apr 04 15:11:59 V: when can we look at the rest of the sketches in the book? Apr 04 15:12:45 Another time Apr 04 15:19:48 * Edward has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 04 15:24:52 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 04 15:25:07 * MollyK is now known as Edward Apr 04 15:41:29 * Edward has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 04 15:45:32 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 04 15:49:59 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout) Apr 04 16:36:36 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 04 16:36:39 [15:15:53] Edward: Damn, I meant to talk to Dekker about whether he would keep you in mind if he ever decides to sell Hafenlohr. Would you be interested? Apr 04 16:36:44 * MollyK is now known as Edward Apr 04 16:37:09 Very. It was almost exactly to our tastes Apr 04 16:37:19 * Edward nods Apr 04 16:37:34 I'll write then Apr 04 16:37:48 I wouldn't have thought he'd be interested in giving the place up though Apr 04 16:39:25 I wouldn't like to speak on his behalf. I wouldn't think it is impossible though. Hafenlohr has been a matter of contention between him and Diana, she finds it boring Apr 04 16:40:05 She wants to be where the court is... Apr 04 16:42:25 No, they aren't high status enough for that, though she would like him to rise in stature. It's the entertainments and shopping she likes Apr 04 16:44:06 * Morgan nods Apr 04 16:45:15 It would be well situated for you Apr 04 16:46:27 * Morgan nods Apr 04 16:46:53 and the view... Apr 04 16:47:07 * Edward nods Apr 04 16:47:29 First thing in the morning and last thing at night. It's a beautiful place. Apr 04 16:48:27 * Morgan nods Apr 04 16:49:17 *Varick starts poking around Edward's things* Apr 04 16:50:05 * Morgan nods at him Apr 04 16:50:10 You alright with that? Apr 04 16:50:53 * Edward looks Apr 04 16:51:12 There's nothing in easy reach that he can't see Apr 04 16:51:32 * Morgan nods Apr 04 16:53:40 * Edward answers questions about the things Varick finds. It's a surprising collection of sentimental items from his childhood, academy days and time in the War. They are still looking when the clock chimes five for Varick's tea time Apr 04 16:54:51 I wonder if I can get away with going to see David... Apr 04 16:55:34 I can look after Varick if you wish. Molly is with Mother? Apr 04 16:56:08 * Morgan nods Apr 04 16:58:25 I don't see it being an issue then Apr 04 17:00:02 * Morgan nods, looking at Varick Apr 04 17:00:08 be good for uncle Edward, alright? Apr 04 17:00:25 V: Will you be back for my bedtime? Apr 04 17:00:46 I will do my best to be Apr 04 17:02:36 V: okay, Papa Apr 04 17:03:06 * Morgan nods, looking at Edward Apr 04 17:03:09 you'll let Molly know? Apr 04 17:04:13 * Edward nods "I will" Apr 04 17:05:05 * Morgan nods, thanking him before heading off to make his way back to David Apr 04 17:09:30 *it's dark out now, these December days so short. The walk to the clearing doesn't take very long, but this is the first time he has walked into it by himself since he sprinted part of the way from the village after smelling smoke. The first time, David and the dog were with him, and this morning Molly was. He knows the area like the back of his Apr 04 17:09:30 hand, or at least he did. Now his clearing, his little place in the world, where so many important moments happened, is completely changed Apr 04 17:11:02 * Morgan looks it over for a few minutes before rolling his shoulders and going to knock on the door Apr 04 17:11:13 * Edward is now known as Martha Apr 04 17:11:22 * Martha opens it. She smiles Apr 04 17:11:31 Morgan, welcome! Apr 04 17:11:46 Martha Apr 04 17:12:03 * Martha frowns Apr 04 17:12:21 I thought we agreed you would call me Mama, as Molly does Apr 04 17:12:38 * Martha lets him in Apr 04 17:12:56 Sorry. I've a lot on my mind Apr 04 17:14:26 * Martha hasn't changed much since he last saw her in August, long before the dream where he saw her younger self send out both daughters to play, not knowing only one would come home. The house is warm, and she is cooking. Apr 04 17:15:32 Come and have a seat in the kitchen. Would you like something to drink? Apr 04 17:15:56 Some tea would be nice... is David here? Apr 04 17:16:44 He will be back soon, someone has lost a cow so they came for help Apr 04 17:17:05 * Martha gets the kettle heating whilst chopping carrots Apr 04 17:18:52 Did he tell you I came by earlier? Apr 04 17:19:18 He did. He's very angry right now. Apr 04 17:19:29 * Martha doesn't seem all that worried about this Apr 04 17:19:56 Tough. He's hurt Molly, and I won't have that Apr 04 17:20:20 Now that he hasn't told me Apr 04 17:20:40 I don't know he's noticed... or cares. Apr 04 17:21:08 * Martha gathers up the diced carrots Apr 04 17:21:21 So you are very angry right now too? Apr 04 17:21:34 * Morgan shrugs Apr 04 17:22:07 I'm in a reasonable mood... I'm hoping to get him to see the issue. If that doesn't work... Apr 04 17:22:25 * Martha nods Apr 04 17:23:24 What did he do? Apr 04 17:23:52 He has told you what I told him? Apr 04 17:24:16 That George isn't his father by blood, and an Eisen man is Apr 04 17:25:05 * Morgan nods Apr 04 17:26:21 He ranted and raved about his mother's innocence... he was defending a woman he has no memory of.. where was that passion when it was his daughter. She feels he only wants things to do with her when he feels she is useful to him. Apr 04 17:26:51 * Martha sighs Apr 04 17:27:05 He won't have thought of that Apr 04 17:28:08 * Morgan shrugs Apr 04 17:28:26 he should have. Its time he started acting like the gentleman he claims to be rather than a child having a tantrum. Apr 04 17:29:10 He does respond with his mouth not his brain sometimes Apr 04 17:29:25 * Martha makes his tea Apr 04 17:29:30 If he hurts her like this again, I'll stop his mouth working. Apr 04 17:31:04 Is she very upset? Should I go up there? Apr 04 17:33:03 She is very upset. Apr 04 17:33:30 * Martha nods sadly, putting a cup in front of him Apr 04 17:33:53 He will be apologising. Apr 04 17:34:16 He needs to understand for once. Apr 04 17:35:13 * Martha nods, starting to peel potatoes Apr 04 17:35:30 Would you like a hand with those? Apr 04 17:35:45 * Martha smiles, passing him some Apr 04 17:35:59 You like to be doing something, don't you? Apr 04 17:36:16 * Morgan nods, peeling the potatoes before chopping them Apr 04 17:36:38 I like to be helping... I don't like to be doing nothing while someone else is working Apr 04 17:36:57 *she nods* Apart from this with David, how are you all? Apr 04 17:37:22 careworn... its been a tough few weeks Apr 04 17:37:32 * Martha nods Apr 04 17:38:06 David's choice of selling Sunnymeade wasn't well-received he tells me Apr 04 17:39:01 Selling the home out from under his children... it was selfish not to at least give them warning Apr 04 17:39:10 * Martha nods Apr 04 17:39:27 I agree. It seems to have worked out nicely though Apr 04 17:40:09 Only because she did the work... spent the money... Apr 04 17:41:49 * Martha nods Apr 04 17:42:00 She's a smart girl Apr 04 17:42:13 She deserves better from him Apr 04 17:42:21 * Martha nods Apr 04 17:42:27 I know Apr 04 17:43:30 How did she get on with Beth and Caro? It's been a long time since she saw them Apr 04 17:44:32 Very well... and with the boys, once Peter realised he needed to relax a bit Apr 04 17:45:16 And her letter to David said she was present for the birth, that was noce Apr 04 17:45:20 Nice* Apr 04 17:45:33 * Morgan nods Apr 04 17:45:40 made her somewhat broody I think Apr 04 17:45:50 * Martha smiles Apr 04 17:46:02 That happens to new brides Apr 04 17:47:21 I suppose so Apr 04 17:48:00 David said not to get my hopes up that Molly might be increasing...? Apr 04 17:48:06 * Martha watches him Apr 04 17:48:40 Everyone seems to think that... but no. Apr 04 17:49:14 * Martha nods Apr 04 17:49:22 Are you not broody then? Apr 04 17:50:11 I didn't say that Apr 04 17:52:46 Well then. If she is broody, you are broody, you're both young, healthy, and in love, there's no problem Apr 04 17:52:59 We have too much to get done first Apr 04 17:53:48 Babies slot in better than most realise Apr 04 17:53:56 Perhaps Apr 04 17:54:46 I am sure Molly could take a few months off from all this travelling Apr 04 17:55:15 * Martha hands him some cabbage to chop next, making herself a cup of tea Apr 04 17:55:17 Maybe Apr 04 17:55:26 How fine do you want this? Apr 04 17:55:38 Very, if you can Apr 04 17:56:02 * Morgan nods, bouncing the knife off the chopping board, catching it and starting to chop the cabbage Apr 04 17:56:23 *she smiles, watching him* Sascha tells me she's told you she's having a baby Apr 04 17:56:41 * Morgan nods Apr 04 17:56:42 she has Apr 04 17:56:55 It's exciting news Apr 04 17:57:50 * Morgan nods Apr 04 17:57:51 yes it is Apr 04 18:00:03 They were worried about telling you and upsetting you. They haven't been public about it, they wanted to give you the same grace of telling you first and in person as you did with saying you were marrying Molly Apr 04 18:00:59 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:01:10 It was certainly appreciated Apr 04 18:01:45 You probably have a lot of mixed feelings about it though? Apr 04 18:02:20 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:02:26 A few, aye Apr 04 18:03:56 * Martha nods Apr 04 18:04:22 I am not surprised, I have been wondering for a few months now Apr 04 18:05:19 It seems unfair that Dietlinde won't get to know her sibling... or vice versa Apr 04 18:05:30 * Martha nods Apr 04 18:05:49 Not on Theah, maybe, but in heaven one day Apr 04 18:06:33 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:08:24 I think the new baby will be good for Sascha and Otto. They've started to pack away things now. They aren't so stuck in their grief anymore Apr 04 18:08:31 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:08:36 I noticed when I visited Apr 04 18:08:55 It's not good to stay like that too long Apr 04 18:09:47 No, its not. Its a horrible place to be Apr 04 18:10:04 * Martha nods Apr 04 18:11:20 I know they are a bit older, but they've already made plans that Sascha's niece in Innesbruck will raise the baby if something happens to them when the babe is young Apr 04 18:11:42 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:11:43 that is good Apr 04 18:12:35 She seems nice, she came for the memorial service in September Apr 04 18:13:35 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:13:39 I like her Apr 04 18:14:56 That lad of hers is a lively fellow Apr 04 18:15:06 * Morgan nods, smiling Apr 04 18:15:09 yes, he is Apr 04 18:16:41 He reminds me of Molly when she was very young Apr 04 18:17:08 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:18:20 David told me he had heard from you about things coming to light about her sister Apr 04 18:18:32 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:18:37 aye. She is aware of what happened Apr 04 18:19:13 * Martha nods Apr 04 18:19:20 It was a very hard time Apr 04 18:19:41 You blamed her Apr 04 18:20:05 * Martha looks incredibly hurt by that Apr 04 18:21:54 I didn't know what had happened to Cecily. She and Molly, together they could be quite boisterous. And then when Molly had her troubles, I didn't know if that might have been just shock, or some guilt. Apr 04 18:22:34 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:23:39 You don't need to berate me, I feel awful about it now. Apr 04 18:24:05 If I were berating you, you would know. Apr 04 18:24:30 * Martha sips her tea Apr 04 18:26:25 Losing a child is always dreadful, but not knowing if someone is responsible, and if someone might be and it's someone you love deeply, it's even worse Apr 04 18:27:15 * Morgan nods slowly Apr 04 18:28:54 But Molly is doing well, no nightmares or silences? Apr 04 18:29:07 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:29:08 yes Apr 04 18:29:13 * Martha smiles Apr 04 18:29:17 Good Apr 04 18:30:09 And Beth and Pete have called their new baby Cecily Apr 04 18:30:48 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:30:54 Fitting, I think Apr 04 18:31:09 * Martha nods Apr 04 18:31:17 If hard to hear, yes Apr 04 18:32:19 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:33:40 Everything is well between you and Molly? Apr 04 18:34:09 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:34:11 aye Apr 04 18:35:17 We hoped that Peter's experiences with Beth would help Molly. Did they spend much time together? Apr 04 18:36:44 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:37:00 They did... took a while for him to relax a bit around her and stop expecting her to make him tea... Apr 04 18:37:37 * Martha rolls her eyes "those boys!" Apr 04 18:38:33 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:39:32 Peter threatened me Apr 04 18:43:52 Really? Why? Apr 04 18:44:13 Big brother thing I think Apr 04 18:45:09 * Martha nods Apr 04 18:45:28 Being protective, was he? Apr 04 18:45:40 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:46:22 * Martha nods Apr 04 18:46:49 He's going to have his hands full with Sunnymeade and those children Apr 04 18:48:21 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:48:23 yes he is Apr 04 18:50:12 In a year or so I'd expect them to be expecting another Apr 04 18:51:17 so soon? Apr 04 18:52:57 It's normally about fifteen or sixteen months before they catch again, once the night nursing settles and you move them out of the bedroom *both these things had happened that summer of sixty seven, when Jana was about sixteen months* Apr 04 18:53:19 * Morgan nods, picking up his tea Apr 04 18:54:17 Sometimes it's as soon as they are churched, and you get Innismore twins! Apr 04 18:54:44 * Morgan nods Apr 04 18:58:20 It's better to space them out if you can, though that means starting early after marriage if you want a large number Apr 04 18:58:37 * Martha glances at him Apr 04 18:59:33 I imagine twins are likely to be involved... Apr 04 19:00:02 For you and Molly? Apr 04 19:00:34 * Morgan nods Apr 04 19:00:53 I think that has gotten less likely, now that David's siblings aren't his siblings Apr 04 19:01:29 * Morgan shrugs Apr 04 19:02:03 Are there twins on his father's side? Apr 04 19:02:35 Some Apr 04 19:03:36 But not as many as with George having two sets? Apr 04 19:04:04 * Morgan shakes his head Apr 04 19:06:06 No Apr 04 19:06:53 I never had twins, perhaps Molly won't Apr 04 19:07:18 There are still twins in Davids familial past Apr 04 19:07:52 Does he have living relations? Apr 04 19:08:01 * Morgan nods Apr 04 19:08:22 * Martha starts a fresh pot for the carrots and potatoes Apr 04 19:08:46 Are they blond, like Peter? Apr 04 19:09:29 Some of them. His uncle is greying Apr 04 19:09:44 * Martha nods Apr 04 19:09:57 Where do they live? Apr 04 19:10:03 Eisen Apr 04 19:11:18 I had guessed that. _Where_ in Eisen? Apr 04 19:11:36 North coast Apr 04 19:12:08 * Martha nods Apr 04 19:12:13 Are they nice? Apr 04 19:12:31 I think so. They were very welcoming of Molly Apr 04 19:16:09 * Martha has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 04 19:31:04 * Morgan has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 04 19:31:24 * Morgan (~mads@news-iMac.lan) has joined Apr 04 19:32:42 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 04 19:39:43 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout) Apr 04 19:48:56 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 04 19:49:18 * MollyK is now known as Martha Apr 04 19:55:21 * Martha has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 04 20:29:56 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 04 20:33:19 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout) Apr 04 21:26:49 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 04 21:27:03 * MollyK is now known as Martha Apr 04 21:31:53 I think so. They were very welcoming of Molly Apr 04 21:32:12 And they know? Apr 04 21:32:28 know what? Apr 04 21:34:46 That David is related to them Apr 04 21:35:01 * Morgan nods Apr 04 21:37:53 * Martha has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 04 21:50:39 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 04 21:50:51 * MollyK is now known as Martha Apr 04 21:51:08 Are they happy about it? Apr 04 21:51:36 They are... apprehensive, given Davids behaviour when Molly was ill... Apr 04 21:52:04 They know about that? Apr 04 21:52:11 * Morgan nods Apr 04 21:53:35 * Martha sighs Apr 04 21:53:55 Alright Apr 04 21:57:54 *the door opens* D: Do I have a clean shirt, my dear, I'm covered in-... *he catches sight of Morgan*... shit. Apr 04 21:58:41 * Morgan watches him Apr 04 21:58:44 how's the cow? Apr 04 21:59:19 * Martha looks at the two of them, then goes upstairs. David is indeed filthy Apr 04 21:59:25 * Martha is now known as David Apr 04 22:00:21 Back where she belongs. *he doesn't look impressed* what brings you back here tonight? Apr 04 22:00:36 You. Apr 04 22:01:07 * David takes off his boots Apr 04 22:01:16 Well I'm here. Apr 04 22:01:41 * Morgan nods, making a cup of tea before putting it on front of David Apr 04 22:03:16 *he stays on the threshold* What do you want, Morgan Apr 04 22:04:07 I want to talk to you, in a reasonable manner Apr 04 22:04:45 Then give me five minutes to get cleaned up. You can go in the parlour Apr 04 22:05:09 * Morgan nods, taking his tea and heading into the parlour Apr 04 22:05:30 *five minutes passes* Apr 04 22:06:50 * Morgan stands by the fire, watching the flames Apr 04 22:07:51 * David comes in, shutting the door behind him Apr 04 22:08:50 * Morgan turns, looking at him Apr 04 22:10:03 * David has his tea. He looks grumpy rather than angry Apr 04 22:10:23 Been a while since we were at odds... Apr 04 22:11:22 * David nods Apr 04 22:12:07 A month or two, since arguing about Cess and Sunnymeade. Apr 04 22:12:52 I'm not here to continue that. Apr 04 22:14:01 * David nods, taking a seat Apr 04 22:14:28 * Morgan sits down, sipping his tea Apr 04 22:15:24 I am livid and sickened about all of this. Apr 04 22:17:29 I know. Molly saw your reaction to the same thing she possesses... she felt your outrage and your defending a woman you have no memory of when you did not defend her. She is feeling that you only have anything to do with her when she is useful to you. I do not say this to start a row, I want you to know how badly your daughter is hurting because of your actions. I wanted you to know so you can remedy it Apr 04 22:18:24 * David takes a moment to process this calmly Apr 04 22:19:55 I am disgusted by what happened between that man and my mother, and the reason it occurs seems unsavoury. I had no intention of hurting Molly by defending my birth mother's decency. Apr 04 22:20:20 You can see why it hurts her so much? Apr 04 22:20:44 Yes, I can. The similarities had not crossed my mind Apr 04 22:20:59 You know I will not lie to you, yes? Apr 04 22:21:04 I do Apr 04 22:23:34 How to put this... I'm not trying to convince you of anything... I simply tell you the truth. What happened with your mother... the magic involved was not of his doing. He had no idea, and was also a victim of what happened. Do you understand what I'm saying? Apr 04 22:25:30 That it was not rape. Apr 04 22:26:32 To a degree. Under the influence of that magic, neither of them would've had any second thoughts about it. And its not something he could have used to target her. Apr 04 22:26:57 She was in the wrong place at the wrong time Apr 04 22:28:32 We're skating close to things I cannot discuss yet. I want you to understand how that effect works on people, because its important you understand how it affects the life of Molly... the precautions we have to take. Why the disgust on your face hurt her so deeply. Apr 04 22:28:52 Go on Apr 04 22:31:19 When we first noticed it, she had no idea about the effect that it had on people. The draw of it. They aren't even aware of it, just the... desire. Now imagine you've just near as dammit drowned, washed up on a beach and have been saved by a beautiful young woman who looks at you with that sort of expression... worse, you feel it too. To put the blame on him as you did implies he manipulated her, therefore Molly must be doing likewise. Apr 04 22:31:49 * David sips his tea "It is not pleasant to hear about anyone being attracted in that way to my child, let alone when it is uncontrollable." Apr 04 22:32:16 * Morgan nods Apr 04 22:32:26 but you understand it is not her fault? Apr 04 22:32:57 * David nods "But why does it happen? It didn't happen when she healed Otto" Apr 04 22:33:48 It wasn't the right time for it to happen... my understanding is it happening with Molly is a sort of... hereditary side effect. Apr 04 22:34:08 Can it be gotten rid of? Apr 04 22:36:44 No. We have to take steps to be prepared for it, but now she is aware of it... she is so much more capable of keeping herself safe than you could imagine. When it comes to it, you can trust me to keep her safe, but if you choose not to... if you want to continue hating me for the news I brought, I will bear that. What I am asking you to do is to mend that hurt with Molly. Apr 04 22:38:53 I don't hate you, Morgan, but I hate the news. As to Molly, I did not mean to imply that she was taking advantage like that. She is a woman, that did not even occur to me Apr 04 22:40:30 Its not me you need to tell. She _needs_ you to be open with her. I would suggest acknowledging to her that you were wrong about her illness. No excuses, no 'but this is why'... just that you were wrong and you are sorry. Apr 04 22:41:06 We have had that discussion before, but I will revisit that with her if you think it is needed Apr 04 22:41:37 I do. My assertion of her feelings about you not defending her, about not needing her... those aren't my thoughts, those come from her. Apr 04 22:41:51 * David nods, sighing Apr 04 22:42:06 I flew off the handle, I know Apr 04 22:42:10 * Morgan nods Apr 04 22:43:07 It is part of your nature and normally I would ignore it. But I cannot let her pain pass. I think you need to realise that its not just you who has had part of your identity pulled from under you Apr 04 22:43:57 I would have thought Molly would have been happy to be partly Eisen, Theus knows she seems to be drawn here Apr 04 22:44:30 In time maybe. But everything she knew about herself has changed. Apr 04 22:45:14 * David nods "I feel the same" Apr 04 22:46:02 Then I suggest you use it to bond with her. She wants that closeness with you. But she needs to feel she isn't just some tool you put down when you're done with it Apr 04 22:46:24 That is not the case Apr 04 22:46:40 That is how she feels. She needs you to prove her wrong Apr 04 22:46:53 I will spend some time with her Apr 04 22:46:59 * Morgan nods Apr 04 22:47:06 I would like to apologise Apr 04 22:47:43 Not before I do. I shouldn't have shot the messenger. I know my family is precious to you. Apr 04 22:47:57 *one of the candles starts to flicker* Apr 04 22:48:29 When you told me to protect her... I reacted badly and it escalated the situation. I'm sorry for that... and... *he watches David* Apr 04 22:48:33 I had to tell my father Apr 04 22:49:48 About what Molly can do?! Apr 04 22:50:18 God no... about your heritage. Apr 04 22:50:33 * David looks relieved Apr 04 22:51:12 I would have only told him in a day or two anyway Apr 04 22:51:58 He doesn't know the circumstance of it, but... *he sighs* there is more to tell you... not about the past, but about the people you are related to Apr 04 22:52:09 * David nods Apr 04 22:52:34 Do I have to hear any more about my little girl and men's desire for her? Apr 04 22:52:43 * Morgan shakes his head Apr 04 22:53:06 as long as you understand _how_ that works and neither of them are to blame Apr 04 22:53:31 No one can help it, yes. Thank Theus for that. Go on then. Apr 04 22:54:34 I would like to have Martha here... I think it'd be good to hear it together. Apr 04 22:55:40 She doesn't know what Molly can do, or about the mirrors. Apr 04 22:55:56 Noted. None of that will be of import Apr 04 22:57:10 * David fetches her, and she sits in a chair next to David's Apr 04 22:58:35 * Morgan sips his tea Apr 04 22:59:05 Alright... lets get the bad bit out of the way first, but... I would prefer you don't fly off the handle. There's a lot to take in. Apr 04 22:59:58 * David nods Apr 04 23:00:02 Go on Apr 04 23:01:18 They know about your reaction to Molly's illness Apr 04 23:01:42 * David grits his teeth Apr 04 23:01:45 Right Apr 04 23:02:06 They know... because they are the family that nursed her back to health Apr 04 23:03:20 * David and Martha look at each other before looking back at him Apr 04 23:03:46 M: That's very strange Apr 04 23:03:52 * Morgan shrugs Apr 04 23:04:02 I live in a land of myths and monsters, its not that strange Apr 04 23:04:24 Did they know then who she was? Apr 04 23:04:40 No... I discovered that very recently Apr 04 23:05:54 M: It was just by chance then? Apr 04 23:06:21 I've heard bigger coincidences. Apr 04 23:08:18 There will not be any relationship to be had with them then Apr 04 23:09:42 Don't be so defeatist... your.. cousin is very dubious, but I spent a good deal of time telling him about the sort of man I believe you to be. They very much wish to get to know you Apr 04 23:09:57 * David nods Apr 04 23:10:05 I will consider it Apr 04 23:10:39 They're nice people... Sebastien, your cousin, is quite like me... I'm not sure if thats a good thing, though, or if it recommends him or not Apr 04 23:11:35 *Martha smiles* I think it does Apr 04 23:11:55 * Morgan smiles slightly before looking at David Apr 04 23:11:57 are you happy here? Apr 04 23:12:08 In Sudlachenburg? Very. Apr 04 23:12:26 You would not wish to leave? Even if it meant an elevation in your social standing? Apr 04 23:14:03 M: *she shakes her head vigorously* We have friends here, David helped build this house with his own hands, and we have the outside almost as we want it. There's only three things that would improve it. Apr 04 23:14:46 what things? Apr 04 23:15:25 You and Molly and your _children_ would live in Veisgraf Wing, Peter and James would bring their families to live in Sudlachenburg, and that ghost would go away Apr 04 23:15:48 * David rolls his eyes at Morgan "There is no ghost" Apr 04 23:16:08 I'm afraid we have too many places to go in the meantime... and in three years we take over in Gottkirchen Apr 04 23:17:16 M: That was what would improve it, not what was necessarily possible. I know you and Molly won't have a baby yet even if you did want to. Apr 04 23:17:46 I never said we don't want to... as for the ghost, I'll see what I can do Apr 04 23:17:59 * David looks at Morgan Apr 04 23:18:08 Please don't encourage her in this Apr 04 23:18:21 I'll bet you five guilders I can make it stop Apr 04 23:19:16 There's nothing to stop. Things like flickering candles and doors opening and closing is just air pressure. Apr 04 23:19:35 * Morgan shrugs Apr 04 23:19:37 suit yourself Apr 04 23:19:46 M: *she shakes her head* It happens most at lunchtime when he isn't' here Apr 04 23:20:41 * Morgan draws in a breath Apr 04 23:21:08 How well do you understand the social structure in Eisen? Apr 04 23:22:01 * David smiles "very well" *Morgan remembers asking him this the day he went to ask for Molly's hand, showing him in his notebook and explaining each rank" Apr 04 23:22:18 * Morgan nods Apr 04 23:22:51 I had to tell all of this to my father because... your uncle is the current Freiarr Insel Apr 04 23:23:30 * David laughs "What?! That's impossible" Apr 04 23:23:46 * Morgan shakes his head Apr 04 23:23:52 M: *she just nods thoughtfully * Apr 04 23:23:56 Thats not even close to the impossible part Apr 04 23:24:17 * David sips his tea, still smiling. Apr 04 23:24:19 Go on Apr 04 23:25:02 He only took up the title because his brother could not find his heir before he died Apr 04 23:25:08 * Morgan watches him Apr 04 23:25:44 * David nods slowly "his brother is my father?" Apr 04 23:26:00 * Morgan nods slightly Apr 04 23:26:06 M: *she watches David* Apr 04 23:26:27 * David looks a little stunned by it Apr 04 23:27:51 *The candle flickers again, and Martha looks at it* Go away, we're talking. Apr 04 23:28:53 I have given my assurance that if you chose to take up the role, it would only be when we are all satisfied it is in the best interests of the people of Insel. Apr 04 23:29:08 * David nods Apr 04 23:29:39 I will think about it, but my gut instinct is that no, Martha and I are happy here. Apr 04 23:30:33 *Martha watches Morgan's reaction* Apr 04 23:30:41 If I'm honest, that would be my preference. You would be sorely missed by by the Graf, and the people here... I do have one last bit of bad news from it though Apr 04 23:31:02 Go on Apr 04 23:31:53 Your paternal... great grandmother I think.... had a twin sister called Lisette... Apr 04 23:32:12 * David looks confused Apr 04 23:32:17 I don't get it Apr 04 23:32:41 Lisette is the person that makes Varick and I related... she is my great grandmother Apr 04 23:33:12 M: *she squeals* you're related? Apr 04 23:33:55 * Morgan nods, watching David Apr 04 23:34:12 * David is nodding again Apr 04 23:35:03 we're third cousins Apr 04 23:35:15 That's unexpected Apr 04 23:35:42 M: Aww so you and Molly share some blood Apr 04 23:35:54 * Morgan nods Apr 04 23:36:15 *Martha is smiling warmly at this* And with Varick too. How lovely Apr 04 23:36:29 How do you feel about that, David? Apr 04 23:36:46 Surprised, but happy enough Apr 04 23:37:35 * Morgan nods Apr 04 23:40:03 Does Molly know already? Apr 04 23:40:09 * Morgan nods Apr 04 23:41:48 How did she take this bit? Apr 04 23:42:42 it was a shock, obviously. It is a distant relationship Apr 04 23:44:22 * David nods Apr 04 23:45:50 It is Apr 04 23:46:06 M: I think that's wonderful, Morgan Apr 04 23:48:15 * Morgan nods Apr 04 23:49:32 I will need time to think all of this over Apr 04 23:50:13 Of course. I will help in whatever way I can... don't delay in speaking with Molly, though... please. She is hurting so very much. Apr 04 23:51:26 * David nods "I will write her a note and see her tomorrow after the service" Apr 04 23:51:51 M: *she watches Morgan with sympathy* That makes you very sad, doesn't it? Apr 04 23:52:17 * Morgan nods Apr 04 23:52:53 I can stand most things.... but not that. My normal reaction would've just been to punch you... or call you out... but that doesn't help her at all. Apr 04 23:54:00 * David and Martha both nod. He gets up and finds writing implements Apr 04 23:54:21 M: you must be keen to get back to her Apr 04 23:54:27 * Morgan nods Apr 04 23:54:44 she is with my mother, and I've no doubt she's enjoying herself Apr 04 23:54:58 M: Verity is fond of her Apr 04 23:55:51 M: Have you tried brushing her hair for her? I know it's unusual but it always used to calm her Apr 04 23:56:08 I'll try that later Apr 04 23:57:47 M: rubbing her temples with your thumbs too Apr 04 23:58:30 *He knows from doing it several times that brushing her hair calms her, the temples thing is new though* Apr 04 23:58:35 * Morgan nods Apr 04 23:58:41 I'll do that Apr 04 23:58:58 Would you like one more coincidence to make it an even number? Apr 04 23:59:53 M: yes