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His ma will need them I think Apr 07 11:28:55 V: She has been alone with those children a long time, and now they are all grown up and leaving the nest Apr 07 11:30:00 * Morgan nods Apr 07 11:31:59 She has done very well to raise five children without a husband, I cannot imagine the navy pensions are very good? *she looks to Morgan, so misses a look that passes between Adalbrecht and Verity* Apr 07 11:33:17 * Morgan looks at his father Apr 07 11:33:24 No... they're not... Apr 07 11:33:52 *Adalbrecht says nothing* Apr 07 11:35:54 I thought I might go on to Innesbruck with Varick on Monday, there are things I wish to check up on now that we are in the right part of Eisen at last Apr 07 11:36:22 *Verity looks surprised* So soon? Apr 07 11:37:54 *Edward watches Morgan* Apr 07 11:39:33 * Morgan nods sadly Apr 07 11:40:31 * MollyK nods "it is not set in stone, but if Morgan, Edward and Adalbrecht are to be in Koln for the anticipated arrival of Mina they will wish to arrive by Wednesday evening I would think, and that is a day on from Innesbruck. Leaving on Tuesday could be possible too" Apr 07 11:42:54 A: Morgan, you will need a day to check Innesbruck over? Apr 07 11:44:39 I think that would be wise. We want to make sure the things Molly had set in motion are still appropriate Apr 07 11:46:04 A: *he nods a little, always having been a bit sceptical about allowing a woman such a large hand in running things* Apr 07 11:46:40 E: I am happy to travel on Monday Apr 07 11:50:06 V: If the wedding goes ahead, we will all be travelling on to Graben together and spending the holiday season together. If not, will you come back here with us for Prophet's Mass, dear boy? Apr 07 11:51:29 *Edward's expression turns a little sad at this* Apr 07 11:52:02 I think so, if Edward will be, though I hope that is not the case Apr 07 11:52:38 E: I don't know where I will be Apr 07 11:55:59 A: You should be here with family Apr 07 11:56:27 * MollyK glances at Morgan Apr 07 11:57:02 There's no point making plans for it... we simply don't know what will happen Apr 07 11:57:50 *there are nods all around* Apr 07 11:58:49 V: Did you see Edward's painting of Molly yet, dear boy? Apr 07 11:59:04 * Morgan nids Apr 07 11:59:09 its wonderful Apr 07 11:59:26 * MollyK looks confused Apr 07 11:59:42 Edward has painted _me_? Apr 07 11:59:53 well... no, he's painted a canvas... Apr 07 12:00:17 * MollyK blushes at this Apr 07 12:01:22 Why? Apr 07 12:02:54 Because he knows a beauty when he sees it Apr 07 12:03:33 * MollyK blushes even harder, smiling. The others smile too Apr 07 12:03:41 E: Nicely done, brother Apr 07 12:03:48 * Morgan inclines his head Apr 07 12:04:37 A: after dinner, bring it to the drawing room and we will all have a look Apr 07 12:05:23 *Edward nods a little* If you wish, Father Apr 07 12:09:20 I cant express how beautiful it is Apr 07 12:09:57 E: The subject is the beauty, rather than the application of the paint Apr 07 12:10:22 * MollyK smiles, sipping her wine Apr 07 12:10:37 You are too modest, no doubt Apr 07 12:11:33 * Morgan nods Apr 07 12:14:33 *Edward shrugs. He goes off to get the paining after dinner, the others stood around the drawing room. Molly sips her port* Did you know he was painting me? Apr 07 12:15:19 * Morgan nods Apr 07 12:15:24 I knew he was planning to Apr 07 12:15:46 And you are pleased with it? Apr 07 12:16:24 * Morgan nods Apr 07 12:18:21 * MollyK nods. Edward sets it up, still covered. Apr 07 12:18:42 E: You've unfairly raised expectations now, brother! Apr 07 12:19:03 All I said was that I was pleased with it Apr 07 12:22:07 *They all gather round, and Edward reveals it. Morgan and Verity have seen it, but it is new to Molly and Adalbrecht* Apr 07 12:22:41 * MollyK blushes hard, looking at it Apr 07 12:23:09 A: This is very good work, Edward. The church in Atemlos, isn't it? Apr 07 12:25:11 * Morgan stands next to Molly, his hand around her waist Apr 07 12:27:22 E: *he looks humbled by his Father's praise* Thank you Father Apr 07 12:27:43 * MollyK leans into Morgan subtly Apr 07 12:28:04 It's really lovely, Edward, thank you Apr 07 12:28:33 E: *he smiles* It is lovely because you are lovely, schwesterlein Apr 07 12:30:03 * Morgan coughs Apr 07 12:30:04 suck up Apr 07 12:30:24 *this makes them laugh* Apr 07 12:30:51 V: Maybe we could put it up in the paintings room? Apr 07 12:32:12 For now... Apr 07 12:32:40 V: why, dear boy? Apr 07 12:33:03 Because I would like to have it where we live when we take over Gottkirchen Apr 07 12:35:03 V: I think that would be lovely, dear boy Apr 07 12:35:10 * Morgan nods Apr 07 12:35:50 A: You are not taking over Maubourg's estate? Apr 07 12:37:01 No. It is not to our tastes at all. I have someone I trust making enquiries as to a more... suitable place Apr 07 12:37:35 A: But Kiev is the home of the Grafdom Apr 07 12:38:14 * MollyK smiles, sipping the port, having had a similar discussion months ago with Morgan about why they couldn't stay forever at Innesbruck Apr 07 12:38:27 No, it has always _been_ the home of the Grafdom... of a Vaticine Graf... I would not turn a man out of his family home Apr 07 12:40:08 E: And even I think it is too old-fashioned. Apr 07 12:41:35 V: *Adalbrecht doesn't look very convinced* We would want the young people to be happy in a lovely space that befits the new era of Koertig rule in a second Grafdom... Apr 07 12:41:52 * Morgan nods Apr 07 12:42:43 Its also a politically sound idea... I'm replacing the Graf... not the community, not their faiths... and it speaks volumes that I do not demand a family leave the home that has been theirs for decades Apr 07 12:43:09 A: Yes, I can understand that reasoning Apr 07 12:43:29 * MollyK smiles at Morgan Apr 07 12:44:03 Besides, it would be nice to have somewhere to make our own, for the future. Something that suits our needs. Apr 07 12:46:35 I could not be cruel enough to expect my children to live in Maubourgs house Apr 07 12:48:08 A: It has been a long time since there were young children there, and you will want somewhere with a big nursery *he smiles* Apr 07 12:48:27 no doubt Apr 07 12:50:10 *This has Verity smiling too, and they all talk a little while about houses and locations in Gottkirchen. Edward is the first to say he is going to retire, and Verity and Adalbrecht say goodnight to him* Apr 07 12:50:45 [are you wishing to retire, or are you staying up to talk to your parents.] Apr 07 12:52:08 [I wish to speak to my father] Apr 07 12:53:44 * MollyK goes up with Edward, and after a hug to her eldest son Verity also retires, leaving the Graf and the Duke to their port. Adalbrecht is looking at the painting still Apr 07 12:53:50 * MollyK is now known as Adalbrecht Apr 07 12:54:05 He has done well, hasn't he? Apr 07 12:54:12 he is very talented Apr 07 12:54:29 He is very fond of Molly Apr 07 12:54:37 * Morgan nods Apr 07 12:54:42 yes he is Apr 07 12:55:10 She did well today, I was impressed Apr 07 12:55:38 I'm very proud of her. Apr 07 12:56:16 She is shaping up to be an excellent future Grafin. You have taught her well Apr 07 12:56:28 * Morgan shrugs Apr 07 12:56:35 I think she's been taking pointers from mother Apr 07 12:56:41 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 12:57:31 I was not sure at first whether she would be right for it. I thought you might be asking too much of her when factoring in her background Apr 07 12:57:50 She just needed love and support... Apr 07 12:59:29 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 12:59:42 The two of you seem closer Apr 07 12:59:47 * Morgan nods Apr 07 12:59:49 we are Apr 07 13:00:00 It is good to see Apr 07 13:00:13 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:00:38 We have our moments, like any couple... but since Alarice, we work harder to not let things come between us Apr 07 13:00:54 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 13:01:46 Something good came of that Apr 07 13:01:58 More than one thing Apr 07 13:02:10 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 13:02:42 It made you and your brother closer. Probably closer than since you were young children Apr 07 13:02:54 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:02:57 aye Apr 07 13:03:05 * Adalbrecht smiles Apr 07 13:04:55 I still remember carrying the newborn Edward into the nursery a few hours after his birth, and kneeling on the floor when you came over to look at him. We had thought you would be an only child, for several years. You looked at him and said "Did you make him for me so I would have a friend?" Apr 07 13:05:23 Even then I was soft hearted Apr 07 13:05:30 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 13:06:26 You were very good with him, you would sit with him when the maids changed him, looking at his little hands and speaking to him to stop him crying Apr 07 13:07:07 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:09:23 Then when you got older, the gap got big and Edward couldn't keep up easily with the things you wanted to do. Then Heinzharold came along Apr 07 13:09:42 * Morgan nods, glancing at his father Apr 07 13:09:57 how long have you been supplementing his fathers pension? Apr 07 13:10:14 * Adalbrecht sips his port Apr 07 13:10:20 A long time Apr 07 13:10:33 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:10:38 I am grateful Apr 07 13:12:05 Heinzharold Senior refused any payment for his training of you. He said it was worth it for the amount of time you kept Heinzharold out of mischief. When he was killed, we started making some contributions to that end Apr 07 13:12:23 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:12:31 He was a wonderful man Apr 07 13:12:37 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 13:13:10 Yes he was. If he had survived the War I think I might have looked at hiring him to help run the estate Apr 07 13:13:17 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:13:22 He'd have been good at that Apr 07 13:14:39 He would have. Heinzharold has come up well in his image Apr 07 13:14:50 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:26:48 * Adalbrecht watches his son "what is keeping you up, Morgan? Something on your mind?" Apr 07 13:27:25 I was just thinking about HeinzHarold... I caught the look you and mother shared when Molly asked about the pension, thats all Apr 07 13:27:34 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 13:28:24 Heinzharold will be better by the morning, as we all normally are Apr 07 13:28:36 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:28:39 I certainly hope so Apr 07 13:29:54 I think your Mother's question about Prophet Mass made Edward consider that he will need to make a future if she denies him Apr 07 13:30:06 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:30:25 When he was convinced you would disown him, he asked me to considering letting him run Catterick Apr 07 13:30:43 That wouldn't be the worst idea Apr 07 13:31:18 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:31:26 I know... Apr 07 13:31:47 I hope for his sake Mina can be merciful Apr 07 13:32:29 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:32:36 he's scared Apr 07 13:33:09 I would be too in his shoes Apr 07 13:44:52 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:45:26 I think thats one of the reasons he was so adamant he should marry Alice... so he wasn't facing rejection Apr 07 13:47:26 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 13:48:11 It will be hard on him that it is all down to Mina and her feelings now. No man likes the uncertainty of that Apr 07 13:48:41 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:48:48 I agree Apr 07 13:49:34 Having only faced that when I went to Catterick to propose to your Mother I cannot said I would relish doing it again Apr 07 13:50:19 They've been through a great deal Apr 07 13:55:04 * Adalbrecht has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 07 13:55:43 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 07 13:55:52 * MollyK is now known as Adalbrecht Apr 07 13:57:30 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:57:30 I think thats one of the reasons he was so adamant he should marry Alice... so he wasn't facing rejection Apr 07 13:57:30 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 13:57:30 It will be hard on him that it is all down to Mina and her feelings now. No man likes the uncertainty of that Apr 07 13:57:32 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:57:34 I agree Apr 07 13:57:36 Having only faced that when I went to Catterick to propose to your Mother I cannot said I would relish doing it again Apr 07 13:57:37 They've been through a great deal Apr 07 13:58:02 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 13:58:58 If she cannot accept him now, perhaps in time she will Apr 07 13:59:20 Maybe. It'll be difficult keeping him from going off the rails Apr 07 14:01:42 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 14:02:07 I do not want him wandering off god knows where Apr 07 14:02:26 * Morgan nods Apr 07 14:02:33 He'll need support Apr 07 14:05:45 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 14:05:55 A pity he does not like sailing Apr 07 14:06:34 oh? Apr 07 14:09:14 He could have come with you and Molly if it doesn't go well Apr 07 14:10:55 He would not tolerate being at sea so long Apr 07 14:11:18 No Apr 07 14:11:29 which, I think, leaves it to you... Apr 07 14:11:43 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 14:11:47 Yes, it does Apr 07 14:12:00 My advice there... would be to trust his friends Apr 07 14:15:12 I don't trust them at all Apr 07 14:16:02 I do. I don't necessarily like their behaviour... but they have not led Edward astray... I think they would be good for being where you will not go and keeping him in order Apr 07 14:17:25 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 14:17:34 I will think on it Apr 07 14:18:30 Hopefully it will be a moot point Apr 07 14:18:45 * Adalbrecht nods, looking again at the painting Apr 07 14:19:51 I hope so. *he smiles* As a young man I think I'd have taken quite a shine to Molly. Apr 07 14:20:16 * Morgan nods Apr 07 14:20:31 I don't think you'd take to her strength of will, mind... Apr 07 14:20:43 * Adalbrecht shakes his head Apr 07 14:20:52 No, I think you're right Apr 07 14:21:33 * Morgan nods Apr 07 14:22:09 I'm not sure you would have either, when you were a _young_ man *he smiles slightly* Apr 07 14:22:21 No, probably not Apr 07 14:22:51 She will help you build your future Apr 07 14:22:58 * Morgan nods Apr 07 14:23:00 Aye Apr 07 14:23:37 * Adalbrecht pats Morgan's shoulder "I am turning in. Good night, my son" Apr 07 14:23:58 goodnight father Apr 07 14:24:16 * Adalbrecht takes the last of his port with him Apr 07 14:29:40 * Adalbrecht has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 07 18:48:28 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 07 18:51:54 **Bed time preparations are made, and Molly is already waiting for him when he gets in, curling up with her head on his chest** Apr 07 18:51:55 Are you glad you were here this year? Apr 07 18:52:13 * Morgan nods Apr 07 18:52:15 aye, I am Apr 07 18:52:33 Was it worse than you anticipated? Apr 07 18:53:00 * Morgan nods Apr 07 18:53:02 yes Apr 07 18:53:16 * MollyK nods Apr 07 18:53:28 Would you prefer me to hold you a while? Apr 07 18:53:51 If thats alright Apr 07 18:54:07 * MollyK shifts, opening her arms to him Apr 07 18:54:19 Always, my love. Whenever you wish. Apr 07 18:54:43 * Morgan nods, laying his head on her chest Apr 07 18:56:21 * MollyK strokes his hair. She lets him feel the feeling of nurturing love and protection of him that she feels, almost like a blanket around him. Apr 07 19:04:01 That was a tough day Apr 07 19:05:59 * MollyK nods Apr 07 19:06:36 You've done so well, you, and Edward, and your Father, to be strong for each other and your people Apr 07 19:06:49 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:07:11 You know that is not necessary here and now, don't you? Apr 07 19:07:28 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:07:29 I know Apr 07 19:07:39 * MollyK nods too Apr 07 19:07:52 Would you like to be here next year, or prefer to lead it in Innesbruck, if you are not Graf Gottkirchen by then? Apr 07 19:08:22 I don't know. Something to think about Apr 07 19:11:33 Do you wish to talk about it all? Apr 07 19:12:26 * Morgan shrugs Apr 07 19:14:07 * MollyK nods, just quietly stroking his hair Apr 07 19:14:21 We don't need to, my love Apr 07 19:14:35 Father was saying how impressed he was with you Apr 07 19:14:55 That is nice of him Apr 07 19:15:00 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:16:41 I am glad I did not let anyone down Apr 07 19:16:58 You should be proud of yourself, as we all are Apr 07 19:18:15 Thank you Apr 07 19:27:18 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:28:36 How was Edward when you went to see him? He seems very sad tonighht Apr 07 19:29:35 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:30:07 I told him about the ghost and how the money was to be sent to the mans children. We're going to sort it, even though he put in a good chunk of money to Dietlinde's bride price Apr 07 19:30:39 You will not let me deal with it? Apr 07 19:31:19 I think it important that Edward contributes to at least something good coming of it all. Apr 07 19:31:42 I told him that I'd consider his debt paid because of the bride price, but he would not hear of it Apr 07 19:32:01 But I would spare you both the pain of it if I could Apr 07 19:32:54 I will not stop you trying to convince him if you wish. Apr 07 19:33:04 * MollyK nods Apr 07 19:33:12 That is what I shall do then Apr 07 19:33:24 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:33:40 as it is we would need to loan him the money to be repaid... Apr 07 19:35:13 Then that is the initial angle I will approach it from, and soon he will relent Apr 07 19:36:00 as you wish my love Apr 07 19:36:07 * MollyK nods Apr 07 19:36:19 It often is where Koertig men are concerned Apr 07 19:37:17 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:40:00 Is that what has upset him this evening? I suppose it must be a very painful thing to have to discuss in such detail for him also Apr 07 19:40:29 That, Mina... today is always difficult, remembering those we lost, those we had to kill Apr 07 19:40:47 * MollyK hugs him tighter Apr 07 19:41:06 It is hard to be the one to survive where others did not Apr 07 19:41:38 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:43:02 Mina has a big burden on her too, doesn't she? Apr 07 19:43:23 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:43:31 yes, she does, even though she doesn't know it yet Apr 07 19:44:34 * MollyK nods Apr 07 19:44:52 It would be difficult to leave him, even if she is angry with him Apr 07 19:45:17 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:47:43 We will just hope her heart is big enough for this Apr 07 19:47:51 You will help her? Apr 07 19:48:13 I will try, if you think I will be of use? Apr 07 19:48:51 I think you may be able to reach her in ways we cannot Apr 07 19:48:58 Why? Apr 07 19:49:33 The bond of womanhood... I don't know Apr 07 19:49:53 * MollyK nods Apr 07 19:51:05 I can tell her that I know without a doubt I would have loved and welcomed your daughter, had I had the chance Apr 07 19:51:18 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:54:02 I would have loved Florrie too, had Claudia been right about a liaison that happened at that time, though a little disappointed that you had not told me when I asked about your history! Apr 07 19:57:00 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 07 20:26:17 * MorganK (~madisonst@Madisons-Air.lan) has joined Apr 07 20:26:27 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 07 20:26:37 [19:45:51] MollyK: I would have loved Florrie too, had Claudia been right about a liaison that happened at that time, though a little disappointed that you had not told me when I asked about your history! Apr 07 20:26:43 * MorganK nods Apr 07 20:26:48 That would be understandable I think Apr 07 20:26:54 * MollyK nods Apr 07 20:27:19 It would be much more difficult to accept after they had been together for three years though Apr 07 20:27:47 * MorganK nods Apr 07 20:27:56 I'm inclined to agree Apr 07 20:28:33 But, they had an arrangement, and she was well aware he was not being chaste. Apr 07 20:29:09 More than that, it was after Hapsburg had sent him away, forbidden him to speak with her at all Apr 07 20:29:26 * MollyK nods Apr 07 20:29:52 On paper, he was not obligated to _not_ bed Alice Apr 07 20:30:01 No... Apr 07 20:30:27 But alas, it is whether her heart feels the same Apr 07 20:30:32 * MorganK nods Apr 07 20:30:33 indeed Apr 07 20:30:59 A complicated situation, to be sure Apr 07 20:31:13 * MorganK nods Apr 07 20:31:18 I don't know we have any other sort Apr 07 20:31:44 * MollyK smiles, stroking his hair Apr 07 20:31:50 No, but we have each other Apr 07 20:32:53 * MorganK nods Apr 07 20:32:54 indeed Apr 07 20:33:55 Did you need to use the balm before sleep? Apr 07 20:34:23 I probably should yes Apr 07 20:35:52 You needn't go yet, if this still pleases you? Apr 07 20:36:51 This always pleases me my love Apr 07 20:37:04 * MollyK strokes his hair again Apr 07 20:37:13 It took us a long time to get here Apr 07 20:37:55 * MorganK frowns briefly Apr 07 20:38:04 You aren't talking about the trip from Avalon... Apr 07 20:38:19 No, I am not Apr 07 20:38:28 Then yes, you are correct Apr 07 20:38:41 * MollyK nods Apr 07 20:38:49 I am glad we are Apr 07 20:39:12 * MorganK nods Apr 07 20:39:13 Me too Apr 07 20:40:38 * MollyK kisses his crown, just lying quietly Apr 07 20:41:16 * MorganK sighs deeply Apr 07 20:41:26 How were things with your father? Apr 07 20:42:50 Fine. His storm has blown over a little. He will have more questions soon no doubt Apr 07 20:43:05 Did he apologise? Apr 07 20:45:21 Yes, he did Apr 07 20:45:42 Did he grovel? Apr 07 20:45:56 No, was he supposed to? Apr 07 20:46:26 I thought he might since I explained how deeply hurt you were Apr 07 20:46:39 I forgave him, as usual Apr 07 20:46:50 * MorganK nods Apr 07 20:48:47 You don't have to you know Apr 07 20:49:03 I am not good at holding grudges Apr 07 20:49:52 * MorganK nods Apr 07 20:50:10 I don't know it'd count as holding a grudge.... Apr 07 20:50:54 I am too soft-hearted Apr 07 20:51:03 Not at all Apr 07 20:51:23 I wasn't, I would not keep forgiving him Apr 07 20:51:27 If* Apr 07 20:52:09 No, you are forgiving... not too soft hearted Apr 07 20:53:20 I am glad you see me that way Apr 07 20:53:37 It is a part of how I aspire to be Apr 07 20:53:49 Forgiving? Apr 07 20:54:17 Kind hearted Apr 07 20:54:47 You already are, my love Apr 07 20:55:05 * MorganK shrugs Apr 07 20:55:08 A little maybe Apr 07 20:56:13 No. I know you struggle to accept it, but you are. Am I so bad a judge of character that I would love so deeply a man that did not have a kind heart, a good soul? Apr 07 20:56:55 I can't very well argue with you there... Apr 07 20:57:34 No, you cannot Apr 07 20:58:07 Well played Apr 07 20:58:23 I learned from the best *she giggles* Apr 07 20:59:15 * MorganK nods Apr 07 21:01:13 * MollyK stays there a while, then he starts to notice her breathing and heart rate slow as she starts to drift off Apr 07 21:02:21 * MorganK tries to do the same Apr 07 21:03:00 *He starts to dream in the thread of their self-pleasuring. The ceiling leak had taken all his attention, very severe, and between organising a work crew to fix it, receiving Catherine’s guests, and reorganising the great hall with tables so that her event can go on, Friday night’s late night patrol is done with heavy feet and arms. With a heavy Apr 07 21:03:00 heart too, at the thought of how Molly and the younger Eisen man had looked at each other and how she had immediately asked if he had loved Dietlinde at first sight. Apr 07 21:03:00 *He has barely had chance to see her, and when he gets to the cottage that they share, for now, her door is ajar. But all is dark, and her breathing is not ragged with approaching climax as on previous nights, but slow, steady and sleeping. He decides to wait til morning, too tired himself to deal with it, and after an hour he manages to drop off, Apr 07 21:03:00 delayed by the misery of being at the mercy of her feelings Apr 07 21:03:00 *He thinks he’s been asleep about an hour when he hears his bedroom door open. It’s pitch black, so her footsteps are cautious of hazards. She whispers* Liebes herz? Apr 07 21:04:13 Yes? Apr 07 21:05:12 Can we talk? Apr 07 21:05:30 * MorganK nods, sitting up Apr 07 21:05:31 aye Apr 07 21:05:35 Don’t bother with a candle, we can talk in the dark. It’ll probably be easier this way too. Apr 07 21:06:15 * MorganK sighs Apr 07 21:06:49 May I get in? I think there’s plenty of space for us both, and it is chilly tonight. Apr 07 21:06:56 If you wish Apr 07 21:08:23 * MollyK climbs in, there is enough space that there is no contact made. Though it is totally dark, the way the bed moves implies she's lain on her side turned towards him Apr 07 21:08:30 I need to tell you something Apr 07 21:08:46 Alright... Apr 07 21:08:57 * MollyK takes a deep breath Apr 07 21:09:00 I’ve struggled with it for months, and I do not ask or expect you to feel the same, but… I love you. Apr 07 21:10:08 But? Apr 07 21:10:53 No, that was all. Apr 07 21:11:15 You are sure? The look that passed between you and our visitor was quite... intense Apr 07 21:12:01 He is handsome, yes, but I want to be with you Apr 07 21:12:25 *beneath the sheets, he feels the gentlest touch of her stockingless feet touching the lower part of his shin, something so intimate about it* Apr 07 21:15:17 I am glad... I do not wish to be without you Apr 07 21:15:38 You do not need to be. I am your mistress. Apr 07 21:16:16 * MorganK nods Apr 07 21:17:09 I... feel the same, but... I don't lknow I am ready to vocalise it Apr 07 21:17:25 Oh... Apr 07 21:18:06 That upsets you? Apr 07 21:18:14 No, it surprises me Apr 07 21:18:34 * MorganK nods Apr 07 21:18:39 I understand Apr 07 21:19:27 * MorganK has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 07 21:22:19 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 07 21:29:44 * MorganK (~madisonst@Madisons-Air.lan) has joined Apr 07 21:29:53 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 07 21:30:19 I... I want... Apr 07 21:30:47 What do you want blossom? Apr 07 21:31:08 I want us to be closer, physically Apr 07 21:31:31 I see Apr 07 21:31:54 But you do not... Apr 07 21:32:35 I did not say that Apr 07 21:34:19 * MollyK pauses a moment before saying "then you want that too?" Apr 07 21:34:41 * MorganK nods Apr 07 21:37:59 * MollyK moves closer, and where her feet are cold against his leg he can feel the warmth off the rest of her through the thin nightgown though the contact between them is light Apr 07 21:39:04 My Mother always said things between men and women were not interesting for women, that only men enjoyed them, but these last few nights makes me think perhaps she is wrong Apr 07 21:39:36 * MorganK nods Apr 07 21:39:52 I'm inclined to agree with you Apr 07 21:41:39 * MollyK gently reaches out her hand to his chest, tentative. She slowly and quietly says "I want to experience that enjoyment with you..." Apr 07 21:43:23 * MorganK sighs Apr 07 21:43:26 I am worried Apr 07 21:43:40 Are you? Apr 07 21:43:51 Aye. Irrationally, I think Apr 07 21:44:24 You are unsure you want me? Apr 07 21:45:11 I am not unsure of that. Your reaction to seeing... I am feeling vulnerable that it is not me you really want Apr 07 21:46:16 It is. It has been you for so long now. It has been you I have yearned to kiss and hold, for months now. Apr 07 21:46:29 * MorganK nods Apr 07 21:46:36 Alright Apr 07 21:47:16 You need not think of him at all. I will not be. I will only be thinking of you Apr 07 21:47:41 * MorganK nods Apr 07 21:47:45 I am relieved to hear that Apr 07 21:47:59 * MollyK nods Apr 07 21:48:12 I... have no idea what to do Apr 07 21:49:17 You wish me to guide you? Apr 07 21:50:12 Would you mind? I know this amount of innocence and inexperience cannot be very alluring Apr 07 21:50:34 I wouldn't say that... what do you want to... know... do... Apr 07 21:51:23 I... don't know. I... I would go as far as you would like to take me Apr 07 21:52:08 Perhaps then... I should take the place of your own hands? Apr 07 21:52:55 * MollyK shivers briefly against him "Yes, if that would be enjoyable for you?" Apr 07 21:54:17 * MorganK nods Apr 07 21:54:19 It would Apr 07 21:55:14 * MollyK nods "Then yes, please" Apr 07 21:56:01 * MorganK spends a good twenty minutes doing nothing but caressing her Apr 07 21:57:45 * MollyK enjoys this greatly, but at the end of that time she starts begging to be able to please him in return, inflamed by her arousal and pleasure Apr 07 21:58:28 You are sure you wish to? Apr 07 21:59:09 I am absolutely sure. Please, let me make you feel this good Apr 07 21:59:44 *he notices there is more light in the room than there ought to be* Apr 07 21:59:58 * MorganK looks around Apr 07 22:00:31 *there's an orange glow from the window, the light must be coming from their garden* Apr 07 22:01:17 Hold on blossom, I need to check that glow Apr 07 22:01:56 * MollyK nods Apr 07 22:02:21 * MorganK gets up, going to the window Apr 07 22:02:42 *there are a group of people outside with torches* Apr 07 22:02:51 What the hell Apr 07 22:03:00 What is it? Apr 07 22:03:09 There's... well, it looks like a mob Apr 07 22:04:14 *They move around a little, maybe ten of them. In the middle of the group, they have Dau on his knees, fabric in his mouth and his hands bound behind his back Apr 07 22:04:40 * MorganK pulls his trousers on before pushing the window open Apr 07 22:04:45 Whats the meaning of this? Apr 07 22:05:16 Man: who's askin'? *he sounds common and local* Apr 07 22:05:42 Me, the master at arms here Apr 07 22:06:14 *one of them kicks Kai in the crotch, his oof of pain caught in the makeshift gag* Apr 07 22:06:34 Man: jus' rightin' a wrong Apr 07 22:06:50 I'll be back, Molly Apr 07 22:07:01 * MollyK quietly says "be careful, please" Apr 07 22:07:17 * MorganK nods, climbing out the window and clambering down the drainpipe Apr 07 22:08:55 *the group watch him. Up close they are armed with short blades, handscythes, as well as the torches. Ten of them are more trouble than would be ideal when he is unarmed Apr 07 22:09:18 * MollyK is now known as man Apr 07 22:09:55 We don't want any trouble with you *but his tone implies they won't shy away from it* Apr 07 22:11:23 Thats good to hear, because I'd _hate_ to have to be trouble... so, lets talk... whats going on? Apr 07 22:11:35 * man spits on Kai Apr 07 22:12:03 This pig raped a local girl, brutalised her. We're here to make him pay. Apr 07 22:12:16 I see... and which of you is the magistrate? Apr 07 22:12:24 Well, noone Apr 07 22:12:42 Right... so you plan to punish a crime by... committing one? Apr 07 22:13:19 Ain't no justice for men like him. We'll deal with him. Apr 07 22:13:33 Men like him? Apr 07 22:14:12 Nobles Apr 07 22:15:14 I can appreciate that... so, here's what I'll do... I'll take him, imprison him and make sure there is a proper trial and punishment Apr 07 22:15:56 *there are choruses of no* Apr 07 22:16:19 Don't think maybe you realise how bad it is. He dies, tonight. Apr 07 22:17:26 I realise all too well that if you kill him, you will hear his screams every night for the rest of your life... and that everyone will know you are murderers. Sure, you're carrying out justice now, but in years to come? Apr 07 22:17:40 You'll just be the group that murdered that Eisen noble and brought down the wrath of the justicars Apr 07 22:18:11 She's going to die, that babe he's gotten on her too. She can't fucking walk! Apr 07 22:18:34 * MorganK nods Apr 07 22:18:44 Do you want justice, or revenge? Apr 07 22:18:52 Revenge. Apr 07 22:19:38 Then take him elsewhere... but when your families are torn apart by you all being arrested, hanged for murdering an unarmed noble, I'm sure that will bring your wives comfort, and heat, and food... Apr 07 22:20:04 No ones gotta know Apr 07 22:20:53 *he feels rather than hears someone walking around the cottage to come into the garden, his senses honed by the War Apr 07 22:21:16 * MorganK moves back against the wall, glancing in the direction of the sound Apr 07 22:22:04 *the low torchlight reveals it is the younger Eisen man from earlier, looking well-armed with two swords* Apr 07 22:23:16 So... here's what we'll do... my friend and I will take custody of... _that_, and make sure justice is served, and your families will be safe, and you won't have nightmares for years to come Apr 07 22:23:59 *Seb picks up on Morgan's words, coming to stand beside him Apr 07 22:24:42 No, let's just cut his throat and have done with it! *the men cheer quietly * Apr 07 22:25:05 S: *quietly to Morgan* what is the situation? Apr 07 22:25:36 He raped a local girl... she's going to die, as is her child... she can't even walk Apr 07 22:26:11 S: *he nods* I will call him out, run him through, and it is all above board. Apr 07 22:26:29 There we go... Apr 07 22:26:57 * man looks grudgingly appeased "I suppose so" Apr 07 22:27:52 He dies, your families don't lose any of you... I don't have to kill you all trying to prevent mob justice, we'll all be happy Apr 07 22:28:12 Let's get it done Apr 07 22:29:18 * MorganK looks at Sea, shrugging Apr 07 22:29:27 take it off the grounds Apr 07 22:30:25 *Seb inclines his head to Morgan, leading the mob out of Morgan's garden and into the night Apr 07 22:30:58 * MorganK looks back up at his window Apr 07 22:31:19 *it is still dark up there* Apr 07 22:31:40 * MorganK grunts, climbing back up the drainpipe Apr 07 22:31:51 * man is now known as Molly Apr 07 22:32:39 * Molly has clearly been awaiting him, making little noises of pleasure Apr 07 22:33:42 * MorganK watches her for a moment before getting back into the bed Apr 07 22:34:20 What... was... all that... about? *she stops to catch her breath* Apr 07 22:35:09 Doesn't matter Apr 07 22:36:23 Mmhmm... *she moves closer to him* ... as long as everyone is safe... Apr 07 22:36:40 More or less Apr 07 22:36:56 And you will stay now? Apr 07 22:37:02 I will Apr 07 22:40:39 Where were we...? Apr 07 22:41:36 * MorganK runs a hand down her body Apr 07 22:41:41 Somewhere around here I think Apr 07 22:42:33 * Molly gasps "Yes" Apr 07 22:44:40 * Molly moves a little to give him better access Apr 07 22:46:23 * MorganK runs his fingers over her Apr 07 22:47:26 * Molly has kept herself warmed enough that she is almost at the point of peaking immediately Apr 07 22:47:50 * MorganK moans, rubbing her firmly Apr 07 22:48:48 * Molly climaxes hard, moaning loudly as she does Apr 07 22:50:18 * MorganK has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 07 22:53:16 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client)