**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Tue Apr 12 14:11:20 2022 Apr 12 14:11:20 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 12 14:11:49 * MollyK is now known as HH Apr 12 14:14:14 Varick, and them being old for a baby Apr 12 14:14:14 * Sascha is now known as HH Apr 12 14:14:14 I was somewhat surprised, yes Apr 12 14:14:14 How you doin' about it? Apr 12 14:14:14 better than you'd expect. A bit sad, a bit concerned, a bit happy for them... Apr 12 14:14:16 * HH nods Apr 12 14:14:18 I'll take that Apr 12 14:14:20 * Morgan nods Apr 12 14:14:22 quite Apr 12 14:14:28 though, he's probably in the best health he's been in for years Apr 12 14:14:50 * HH nods, glancing at Morgan Apr 12 14:15:06 Yeah, and he was pretty sick... Apr 12 14:15:54 mmhmmm Apr 12 14:16:47 * HH nods Apr 12 14:16:57 Might be a reason for it? Apr 12 14:17:12 Might be Apr 12 14:18:35 * HH nods, slowly heading towards Molly and the Forresters Apr 12 14:18:53 And now they're having a babe Apr 12 14:19:03 so they are Apr 12 14:19:31 * HH nods Apr 12 14:20:04 You think you 'ave time to sketch me for Inga's birthday on Sunday? Apr 12 14:21:31 * Morgan scratches at his chin Apr 12 14:21:37 Possibly Apr 12 14:23:36 * HH nods Apr 12 14:23:49 Not really sure what else t' give her Apr 12 14:25:54 You might not like this idea but... ask Edward. He's pretty much a girl anyway Apr 12 14:26:09 * HH nods Apr 12 14:26:15 I might do that Apr 12 14:28:38 knowing him he'll suggest lingerie Apr 12 14:29:56 Not sure there's gonna be anywhere around could make it in time Apr 12 14:30:13 No, possibly not. He'd know that too Apr 12 14:30:20 * HH nods Apr 12 14:30:42 Gonna seem a bit like a present for 'er that's really a present for me? Apr 12 14:31:23 true Apr 12 14:31:50 though if you're doing it right she won't have enough presence of mind left to wonder that... Apr 12 14:32:49 * HH laughs Apr 12 14:33:11 Good point Apr 12 14:33:57 * Morgan nods sagely Apr 12 14:35:58 * HH looks thoughtful "I could ask Molly about that" Apr 12 14:36:20 about _what_ precisely? Apr 12 14:36:38 Lingerie, get Inga's measurements Apr 12 14:36:53 * Morgan nods Apr 12 14:37:16 Whatcha think I meant? Apr 12 14:37:25 * Morgan glances at him Apr 12 14:37:28 no comment Apr 12 14:38:36 * HH laughs Apr 12 14:38:38 Oh aye? Apr 12 14:40:23 gonn' sneak off in a bit and check on Claudia Apr 12 14:40:47 * HH nods Apr 12 14:41:00 Looks like yer wife is wantin' you first Apr 12 14:41:43 * Morgan nods Apr 12 14:44:28 *Molly does smile when he gets nearby* Ah, liebes herz, Mama And Papa are going to join us for lunch Apr 12 14:45:38 * Morgan nods Apr 12 14:45:55 THat'll be nice Apr 12 14:46:48 *she smiles* It will [are you well?] Apr 12 14:47:01 [Aye. You?] Apr 12 14:50:27 [uhh... yes. Yes, I am.] Apr 12 14:51:06 *Martha and David chat with HH briefly, so Molly comes to Morgan's side, taking his hand* Apr 12 14:52:06 * Morgan speaks quietly Apr 12 14:52:10 are you sure you're alright? Apr 12 14:52:58 * HH is now known as Molly Apr 12 14:53:25 Yes... just... I have some news about Sascha, and I am not sure how much to share Apr 12 14:54:02 * Morgan frowns Apr 12 14:54:06 all of it, I think Apr 12 14:56:11 * Molly excuses them from the others, moving out of earshot in the churchyard behind a large memorial stone Apr 12 14:57:00 Well, firstly... she is well and everything is progressing as one would hope... Apr 12 14:57:10 * Morgan nods Apr 12 14:57:11 good Apr 12 14:58:11 When checking both Beth and Elsie at very similar times, I could tell a little difference between the two babies, which I suspected once they were born was due to their sex... Apr 12 14:58:28 right... Apr 12 14:59:08 I am quietly confident I know what Jarvie is having. So I was curious if I could find out so early with Sascha... Apr 12 14:59:18 * Molly watches him with a smile Apr 12 15:00:00 a baby? Apr 12 15:00:12 No... *she smiles more* Apr 12 15:00:22 * Morgan frowns Apr 12 15:00:24 no? Apr 12 15:00:35 _two_ babies. Apr 12 15:00:59 * Molly watches his reaction Apr 12 15:01:34 twins? Apr 12 15:01:53 Yeah my love, that is generally what two babies together are called Apr 12 15:02:16 * Morgan nods slowly Apr 12 15:02:39 Thats... thats going to be a shock Apr 12 15:03:29 * Molly nods Apr 12 15:03:59 Before long she will start to feel their separate movements and a midwife will be able to tell Apr 12 15:04:14 * Morgan nods Apr 12 15:04:27 but she is well? with their being older... Apr 12 15:04:49 * Molly nods Apr 12 15:05:06 Absolutely well, my love, and the babies are developing nicely Apr 12 15:05:45 * Morgan nods Apr 12 15:05:47 that is a relief Apr 12 15:06:00 * Molly smiles Apr 12 15:06:35 Yes it is. But I should keep what I know about the sexes to myself, even from you? Apr 12 15:07:11 * Morgan frowns for a moment, obviously thinking about it Apr 12 15:08:40 * Molly smiles Apr 12 15:09:04 And with Jarvie. And one day, with our own. Apr 12 15:15:37 Aside from our own... I think I'd like to know Apr 12 15:16:34 Last chance to change your mind, my love *she smiles warmly* Apr 12 15:17:25 * Morgan nods Apr 12 15:17:26 go on Apr 12 15:17:39 Jarvie and Grendlik are having a boy Apr 12 15:18:30 oh he'll be thrilled Apr 12 15:18:36 * Molly nods Apr 12 15:18:51 And a boy will suit Jarvie and her dirt-digging Apr 12 15:19:00 * Morgan nods Apr 12 15:19:01 absolutely Apr 12 15:20:12 And Sascha and Otto are having one of each Apr 12 15:20:20 * Molly smiles, watching him Apr 12 15:22:47 * Morgan nods, smiling Apr 12 15:22:49 good Apr 12 15:23:10 That's nice I think Apr 12 15:23:33 * Morgan nods Apr 12 15:23:35 I agree Apr 12 15:23:44 And when the time comes, I will keep you in the dark right through until the end Apr 12 15:27:45 but you will know? Apr 12 15:28:41 * Molly nods Apr 12 15:29:08 I think I will do Apr 12 15:32:25 I will think on that Apr 12 15:33:40 * Molly smiles, watching him a moment Apr 12 15:33:47 Alright, my love Apr 12 15:51:04 * Molly has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 12 15:58:20 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 12 15:58:34 Do you intend to tell Otto? Apr 12 15:58:45 That all is well? Apr 12 15:59:31 * Morgan nods Apr 12 16:00:20 I don't know. What do you think? Apr 12 16:00:37 * Morgan shrugs Apr 12 16:02:21 Will he disapprove that I took the opportunity to check? Apr 12 16:02:47 I... doubt it Apr 12 16:04:11 * MollyK nods Apr 12 16:04:22 Would you like me to do it? Apr 12 16:04:43 * MollyK nods Apr 12 16:04:50 That might be wiser Apr 12 16:06:21 He is very fond of you... Apr 12 16:07:37 * MollyK smiles Apr 12 16:07:42 I like his Apr 12 16:07:44 Him* Apr 12 16:09:43 * Morgan nods Apr 12 16:15:02 * MollyK smiles fondly Apr 12 16:15:11 We should get back to the others Apr 12 16:16:08 * Morgan nods Apr 12 16:16:17 I'm going to steal away and check on Claudia Apr 12 16:16:49 Alright, my love. We might see you at home then Apr 12 16:17:00 * Morgan nods Apr 12 16:17:03 I don't intend to be long Apr 12 16:17:40 Take your time... Apr 12 16:18:25 * Morgan nods Apr 12 16:18:48 HeinzHarold's gonn' want' speak to you about Inga... get your help with her birthday Apr 12 16:19:04 * MollyK nods, walking beside him Apr 12 16:19:14 * Morgan frowns briefly, stretching his jaw Apr 12 16:19:35 That would be my pleasure *she smiles* don't stop on my account Apr 12 16:19:47 don't stop what? Apr 12 16:20:01 Talking that way Apr 12 16:20:13 * Morgan shakes his head slighlty Apr 12 16:20:52 I find it very cute Apr 12 16:22:14 maybe I'll allow it then Apr 12 16:22:51 * MollyK smiles "good" Apr 12 16:23:40 *He takes her back to the others, seeing Otto and Sascha talking to some other villagers. Varick is still playing with the children* Apr 12 16:24:15 I'm... going to have a word with Otto then go find Claudia. I'll see you all shortly Apr 12 16:25:07 *they all nod* Apr 12 16:25:13 * MollyK is now known as Otto Apr 12 16:25:48 *to someone else* That would have been my intention, but I am happy enough as it is Apr 12 16:26:08 * Morgan wanders up beside him Apr 12 16:26:35 * Otto inclines his head "My Lord" Apr 12 16:26:44 * Morgan wrinkles his nose at him Apr 12 16:27:40 what intention? Apr 12 16:27:57 For Dietlinde and Jana to have been buried here Apr 12 16:28:44 * Morgan nods slowly Apr 12 16:29:08 *looking at the person Otto was talking to briefly* Apr 12 16:29:32 I am reluctant to relocate them Apr 12 16:30:19 * Otto shakes his head Apr 12 16:30:23 Absolutely not Apr 12 16:30:29 * Morgan frowns Apr 12 16:31:01 Seeing them is not being made difficult for you is it? Apr 12 16:31:20 Not at all Apr 12 16:32:09 good... I'd not be tolerating that at all. Can I have a word? Apr 12 16:32:27 * Otto nods, excusing himself from the others Apr 12 16:32:35 Yes, Morgan? Apr 12 16:33:43 Couple of things... I'm a little worried that you are, I don't know, annoyed, upset, at where our girls lay... is there anything bothering you about it? Apr 12 16:35:05 No, it wasn't what I would have done, but I am happy enough Apr 12 16:35:27 * Morgan watches him for a moment Apr 12 16:35:35 will you want to be with them when the time comes? Apr 12 16:36:01 I hadn't thought about it Apr 12 16:36:38 Something to consider in the future... I would not separate you from them, either of you. Now, onto more... current things Apr 12 16:37:22 * Otto nods Apr 12 16:37:24 Yes? Apr 12 16:38:32 The baern... have you any concerns with you both being ancient, in the eyes of the young man... *he smiles slightly* Apr 12 16:38:58 * Otto laughs Apr 12 16:39:10 No, not really Apr 12 16:39:50 * Morgan nods slightly Apr 12 16:39:54 and Sascha? Apr 12 16:41:10 A little perhaps Apr 12 16:41:37 She needn't Apr 12 16:42:19 What makes you so sure? Apr 12 16:42:40 * Morgan smiles briefly Apr 12 16:44:38 would be willing to accept that I just am? Apr 12 16:45:00 * Otto shrugs Apr 12 16:45:05 I suppose so Apr 12 16:45:27 * Morgan nods Apr 12 16:45:36 they are perfectly fine Apr 12 16:46:31 * Otto nods Apr 12 16:46:41 That's good to know, thank you Apr 12 16:47:59 * Morgan nods slightly Apr 12 16:48:24 You still have some of the things you'll need? Apr 12 16:48:41 * Otto shakes his head Apr 12 16:48:54 No, we will be starting anew Apr 12 16:49:05 will you allow me to help with that? Apr 12 16:49:41 We do not need any more help, but we appreciate the offer Apr 12 16:50:16 * Morgan shrugs Apr 12 16:50:22 it'll always be there... we're family. Apr 12 16:51:31 * Otto nods Apr 12 16:52:52 Thank you Apr 12 16:53:05 * Morgan inclines his head Apr 12 16:54:03 * Otto smiles Apr 12 16:54:39 Perhaps you would like to make a rattle, like Jana had, if it would make you feel more involved? Apr 12 16:54:59 I would understand if you don't want me involved at all... Apr 12 16:55:07 * Otto frowns Apr 12 16:55:15 Why wouldn't we? Apr 12 16:55:37 a reminder... Apr 12 16:57:21 You remind us that Dietlinde was perfectly happy for the last three and a half years of her life, and that she got to experience motherhood before she died Apr 12 16:57:35 * Morgan nods solemnly Apr 12 16:58:43 If it wasn't for you, I wouldn't be here waiting to become a father again Apr 12 16:58:55 I suppose not Apr 12 16:59:50 Of course we want you to be involved, Morgan. The child will still be your brother- or sister-in-law to us Apr 12 17:00:21 * Morgan nods before chuckling Apr 12 17:01:29 That is funny? Apr 12 17:02:01 No.... was just thinking about knowing which it would be... Apr 12 17:02:53 We will know in May Apr 12 17:03:10 * Morgan nods Apr 12 17:04:35 I suppose I'd better go find Claudia Apr 12 17:05:18 * Otto nods "take care, Morgan" Apr 12 17:05:28 * Morgan nods Apr 12 17:05:32 and you, Otto Apr 12 17:07:06 * Otto is now known as Claudia Apr 12 17:07:50 * Claudia is outside her shack swinging a double headed axe around, barely avoiding the washing on her washing line Apr 12 17:08:37 * Morgan whistles at her Apr 12 17:08:56 * Claudia hefts it to her shoulder Apr 12 17:08:59 Morning Apr 12 17:09:07 * Morgan nods Apr 12 17:09:14 it is... how you doing? Apr 12 17:09:22 Okay, you? Apr 12 17:09:45 there or thereabouts Apr 12 17:10:38 * Claudia nods Apr 12 17:10:47 Everyone else? Apr 12 17:11:21 managing. Not _too_ many sore heads so far Apr 12 17:12:01 * Claudia nods Apr 12 17:12:11 Want coffee? Apr 12 17:12:30 I'd love some Apr 12 17:13:50 * Claudia motions him indoors. It's as tidy as he has ever seen it, and as clean as a shack can be. What is most noticeable to his familiar eyes is that there are a couple of small, feminine touches here and there Apr 12 17:14:09 changed the place around a bit Apr 12 17:15:39 * Claudia nods Apr 12 17:15:59 It needed a good clean, haven't been here much lately Apr 12 17:19:39 * Morgan nods Apr 12 17:20:02 You ever consider having a small house? Apr 12 17:20:48 * Claudia shrugs, making coffee Apr 12 17:21:02 Not much point if I'm not staying in one place Apr 12 17:21:20 I suppose Apr 12 17:22:57 It's not leaking much, it's not that cold. It does for me. Apr 12 17:23:17 Will you let me get it weatherproofed? Apr 12 17:24:29 No, I can do that Apr 12 17:25:03 I know you can... Apr 12 17:26:19 I'm not letting you pay for it *she hands him coffee, and there's actually a chair he can sit of that isn't covered in chain mail* Apr 12 17:27:34 * Morgan shrugs Apr 12 17:27:38 as you wish Apr 12 17:27:54 I'll just have to make sure you've got a shack in Gottkirchen Apr 12 17:28:10 * Claudia nods Apr 12 17:28:22 That I will accept Apr 12 17:28:29 * Morgan nods slightly Apr 12 17:28:58 Edward reckons that Dekker might be willing to sell up... I rather liked that place Apr 12 17:29:19 * Claudia nods Apr 12 17:29:33 If that comes up, I'd bite his hand off Apr 12 17:30:04 too right. Its gorgeous there Apr 12 17:30:09 * Morgan sits down, sipping the coffee Apr 12 17:31:19 * Claudia nods, also sitting Apr 12 17:31:55 Got that woodland for your fancy guests, lake for swimming and boats, big enough stables. Views are amazing Apr 12 17:32:33 you missed out the part where there's no monster in the lake Apr 12 17:33:40 * Claudia nods Apr 12 17:33:50 That helps Apr 12 17:33:57 doesn't glow though Apr 12 17:34:12 True. Molly and Varick like it there? Apr 12 17:34:39 I believe so Apr 12 17:37:21 Close enough to Kiev too. You have a good feeling about the place? Apr 12 17:38:07 * Morgan shrugs Apr 12 17:38:19 damn sight better than I do about Maubourgs haunt Apr 12 17:38:32 * Claudia nods Apr 12 17:38:49 How is everything going at the big house? Apr 12 17:41:47 tense... I'm taking my father and Edward hunting in a bit Apr 12 17:42:12 * Claudia nods Apr 12 17:42:27 No ones hit anyone yet? Apr 12 17:43:11 no, but I think my father would've liked to have hit me at one point Apr 12 17:44:26 We've all been there Apr 12 17:44:43 * Morgan nods Apr 12 17:44:57 I don't normally push the rest of you to that point on purpose, though Apr 12 17:45:46 * Claudia nods Apr 12 17:45:57 Not on purpose. What did you do? Apr 12 17:46:51 You know what my fathers like... the news of Florrie... there was a good chance of him disowning Edward, or insisting they marry, or something equally stupid Apr 12 17:48:01 So you tried to get a smack to distract him? Apr 12 17:48:56 not _quite_ that far but... I was channeling my inner HeinzHarold Apr 12 17:49:29 * Claudia laughs Apr 12 17:49:48 Amazing he didn't smack you Apr 12 17:51:02 especially after I swore at him Apr 12 17:51:12 * Claudia looks impressed Apr 12 17:51:28 Wow, that's brave of you Apr 12 17:51:39 * Morgan shrugs Apr 12 17:51:56 I needed him to have already gotten angry and calmed down a bit Apr 12 17:52:07 * Claudia nods Apr 12 17:52:20 What happened then? Apr 12 17:53:25 * Morgan shrugs Apr 12 17:53:30 he told me to get out Apr 12 17:54:17 But you didn't? Apr 12 17:54:44 * Morgan shakes his head, sipping the coffee Apr 12 17:54:48 got even more comfy Apr 12 17:56:09 * Claudia laughs Apr 12 18:01:12 * Claudia has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 12 18:48:09 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 12 18:48:35 How did he react about Florrie. Apr 12 18:48:46 * MollyK is now known as Claudia Apr 12 18:49:29 Once his anger was spent, fairly well... I've told them both who she looks like Apr 12 18:49:54 How did that go? Apr 12 18:50:35 about as you'd expect Apr 12 18:50:52 They upset. Apr 12 18:51:15 ? Apr 12 18:51:25 some, aye Apr 12 18:51:37 Hypocrites Apr 12 18:51:55 * Morgan shrugs Apr 12 18:52:00 some Apr 12 18:52:45 What's their plan? Apr 12 18:54:28 Do what I told them... I hadn't even told Edward where they are because father would want to know... and until I got assurances they'd both do what I asked, they weren't going to know Apr 12 18:54:41 * Claudia nods Apr 12 18:55:01 He's still marrying Lady Hapsburg then? Apr 12 18:55:10 well... thats up to her Apr 12 18:55:36 Think she'll have him? Apr 12 18:55:46 I just don't know Apr 12 18:56:23 * Claudia nods Apr 12 18:56:30 Cutting it fine Apr 12 18:56:45 * Morgan nods Apr 12 18:57:52 Took til we arrived to convince Edward he shouldn't marry Alice.... couldn't risk not having him onside when father went for that idea Apr 12 18:58:33 I think she'd disappear before being forced into that Apr 12 18:58:49 * Morgan shrugs Apr 12 18:59:00 she wouldn't need to... she's safe where she is Apr 12 18:59:15 * Claudia nods Apr 12 19:01:17 What happens next? Apr 12 19:02:14 We carry on, Edward meets Mina in Koln... we see what happens from there Apr 12 19:02:24 * Claudia nods Apr 12 19:02:32 When are we going? Apr 12 19:02:59 we're heading for Innesbruck tomorrow, then on from there in a day or two I think Apr 12 19:03:09 * Claudia nods Apr 12 19:03:21 All of us? Apr 12 19:03:46 You wanna stay put? Apr 12 19:03:50 No Apr 12 19:07:52 then yes... Apr 12 19:08:03 /me nods Apr 12 19:08:23 I'll be ready then Apr 12 19:08:48 * Morgan nods Apr 12 19:15:52 Missing the ship? Apr 12 19:16:57 * Morgan smiles slightly before nodding Apr 12 19:16:59 aye Apr 12 19:17:01 you? Apr 12 19:17:25 Yeah, a bit Apr 12 19:17:51 * Morgan nods Apr 12 19:18:07 understandable. Gotta miss anywhere that makes you feel safe and at home Apr 12 19:18:20 * Claudia nods Apr 12 19:18:51 I miss the routine Apr 12 19:20:06 * Morgan nods Apr 12 19:20:10 I can appreciate that Apr 12 19:20:40 * Claudia drinks some coffee Apr 12 19:21:02 How are you finding being back here in Sudlachenburg again? Apr 12 19:21:43 full of memories... its strange being the centre of peoples attention again Apr 12 19:22:20 Flashbacks and nightmares? Apr 12 19:23:59 couple of nightmares... nothing too awful so far Apr 12 19:24:01 you? Apr 12 19:24:16 Not too bad Apr 12 19:24:53 * Morgan nods, drinking his coffee Apr 12 19:25:02 good. A little surprised, with yesterday Apr 12 19:25:11 Me too Apr 12 19:27:46 * Morgan nods Apr 12 19:28:37 How's Heinzharold? Apr 12 19:29:26 Better today. Apr 12 19:29:37 * Claudia nods Apr 12 19:29:43 Good Apr 12 19:31:32 You wanna train? Apr 12 19:31:39 * Morgan nods Apr 12 19:31:44 be nice to have a challenge for a change Apr 12 19:32:08 Been training with Heinzharold? Apr 12 19:32:38 Edward.... with Zweihanders, but still... Apr 12 19:32:57 Ugh. Might as well fight Varick Apr 12 19:33:58 * Morgan nods Apr 12 19:34:37 * Claudia gestures around Apr 12 19:34:44 Pick anything Apr 12 19:35:27 * Morgan nods, picking up an axe Apr 12 19:36:39 * Claudia takes the one she had been out with. Training goes well, and they have a good time, but soon he needs to be on the move for lunch and hunting Apr 12 19:38:11 * Morgan hefts the axe a couple of times before handing it to her Apr 12 19:38:23 I'd better get moving... gotta take the girls hunting after lunch Apr 12 19:38:27 Take it if you want it Apr 12 19:38:44 I've got one, but thank you Apr 12 19:39:30 Good idea, give Molly practice with a bow on moving targets Apr 12 19:39:58 I was referring to my father and brother... they need some bonding time I think Apr 12 19:40:13 * Claudia nods Apr 12 19:40:21 Have fun! Apr 12 19:40:55 oh, undoubtedly. Thank you for inviting me in yesterday. It meant a tremendous amount to me Apr 12 19:41:16 Thanks for being here, it helped Apr 12 19:41:23 * Morgan inclines his head Apr 12 19:41:32 I'll see you in the morning Apr 12 19:41:58 * Claudia lets him out Apr 12 19:44:00 * Morgan grasps her arm a moment before wandering off towards his fathers house Apr 12 19:45:44 *he finds them in the dinning room, his parents, Molly's parents, Varick, Molly and Edward. They've started lunch already and are all talking over each other. It fits, and they all seem like one big family Apr 12 19:47:27 * Morgan smiles faintly, sitting down by Molly Apr 12 19:47:39 * Claudia is now known as Molly Apr 12 19:48:52 * Molly smiles, her leg touching his under the table. She fixes a plate for him, checking what he wants, before getting back into a conversation about Varick and his cousins. Apr 12 19:51:02 * Morgan thanks her, listening to the conversations Apr 12 19:52:14 *its a lot of chatter from the women, and soon Edward and Adalbrecht are keen to go* Apr 12 19:54:36 Right then, if you'll excuse us, we're due to go get lost in a forest Apr 12 19:54:50 * Molly smiles Apr 12 19:55:00 It wouldn't be the first time Apr 12 19:55:16 * Morgan nods Apr 12 19:55:18 true Apr 12 19:55:52 * Molly kisses his cheek Apr 12 19:55:59 Take care, my love Apr 12 19:56:44 * Morgan nods, standing up always Apr 12 19:57:58 *everyone else says goodbye, Edward and Adalbrecht going to the stables. Edward asks to take Crusader* Apr 12 19:58:25 * Morgan sets about saddling Xantha Apr 12 19:58:31 you've taken a shine to him Apr 12 19:58:37 * Molly is now known as Edward Apr 12 19:58:51 I liked him when Karsten had him Apr 12 19:59:19 * Morgan nods Apr 12 19:59:27 A: That reminds me. Morgan, you will find the diary for me when we return? Apr 12 20:00:27 You wish to understand? Apr 12 20:01:19 A: yes Apr 12 20:02:32 * Morgan nods, hauling himself into the saddle Apr 12 20:02:43 I will do Apr 12 20:04:38 * Edward gets into Crusader's saddle and Adalbrecht mounts up too. The grooms give them both rifles Apr 12 20:06:59 Right then... ready? Apr 12 20:10:30 * Edward and Adalbrecht nod. They go out west from the estate, making sure to stay well north of the schwarzenwald. Morgan knows when they get a mile out because he knows he could no longer read her thoughts Apr 12 20:11:59 * Morgan hums quietly to himself as they ride Apr 12 20:13:15 *they get another mile out before he catches sight of a stag Apr 12 20:14:52 * Morgan watches it for a moment before speaking quietly Apr 12 20:14:55 impressive fella Apr 12 20:15:49 * Edward looks over Apr 12 20:16:12 Good spot. Almost a shame to shoot him Apr 12 20:16:19 * Morgan shrugs Apr 12 20:16:32 could carry on looking... find a rabbit or something Apr 12 20:17:02 A: He would look very fine on the wall Apr 12 20:17:40 * Morgan nods Apr 12 20:17:50 I suppose so... keep you in meat for a while too Apr 12 20:18:13 * Edward shrugs a little. This was quite common on hunts in their younger days, Edward initially being reluctant to take the life of an animal. Apr 12 20:18:50 A: Nice meat on him Apr 12 20:19:16 *the stag scents them, moving away* Apr 12 20:19:28 bit early to be calling an end to our afternoon though... Apr 12 20:21:25 A: We could follow it, or finding something less cute for your brother to kill Apr 12 20:21:48 father... Apr 12 20:22:03 * Edward sighs "It's not that it is cute, Father" Apr 12 20:22:26 A: Come on, lets keep going a while Apr 12 20:23:58 so... what is it causes your reluctance? Apr 12 20:25:32 Unless we need to kill him to use his meat or hide, I prefer to avoid stags. Apr 12 20:26:13 * Morgan looks at him, discreetly tapping his own shoulder, looking enquiringly Apr 12 20:27:22 why? Apr 12 20:27:57 I don't really know. I suppose this is their home, they're like the royalty of the forest Apr 12 20:28:10 * Morgan nods Apr 12 20:29:44 I like hunting in that I like being out riding and spotting prey, but I am happy enough getting close enough to kill, rather than killing Apr 12 20:32:24 * Morgan nods Apr 12 20:32:30 I can see the appeal in that Apr 12 20:33:08 A: I prefer eating good meat we have caught ourselves. Apr 12 20:36:50 /me seems content riding along and looking around. Adalbrecht had always said Edward would just grow out of this, but it does seem like he hasn't. Morgan is the first to hear the rustling of a boar Apr 12 20:37:39 * Morgan puts his hand on his rifle before looking at Edward Apr 12 20:37:41 shit Apr 12 20:38:51 What? Apr 12 20:39:31 Crusader... Karsten was riding him when he was killed... gun fire right by the poor things head so he would throw Karsten... Apr 12 20:41:08 Damn, I didn't think of that Apr 12 20:41:29 No, nor did I... good job I did before I started shooting at the boar Apr 12 20:43:06 I'll get out of the way Apr 12 20:45:21 * Edward takes Crusader back the way they came. Adalbrecht rides up beside Morgan Apr 12 20:45:27 * Edward is now known as Adalbrecht Apr 12 20:47:04 * Morgan mutters Apr 12 20:47:07 that could've gone horribly Apr 12 20:47:44 * Adalbrecht nods, watching the underbrush and pointing in the direction Apr 12 20:47:52 Take the first shot. Apr 12 20:48:16 * Morgan looks behind to see how far Edward is before aiming his rifle Apr 12 20:49:55 *he's a fair way* Apr 12 20:51:16 * Morgan nods to himself before pulling the trigger Apr 12 20:53:20 *he hits it, but it is a hardy beast and goes wild at this. Adalbrecht takes his own shot, also hitting it, but it makes a run for them Apr 12 20:54:02 * Morgan draws one of his daggers, throwing it as hard as he can at the boar Apr 12 20:56:20 *It squeals loudly but continues onwards. Adalbrecht's horse looks a little soooked Apr 12 20:56:32 *spooked Apr 12 20:57:02 * Morgan slides down, swinging the butt of his rifle like a club Apr 12 21:00:13 *It makes contact, but the boar is not hugely deterred. Adalbrecht is reloading. But Edward must have tied Crusader up and he comes towards them at a jog with his rifle ready, aimed at the boar* E: Move please Apr 12 21:00:47 * Morgan does so Apr 12 21:03:10 *Edward's shot is excellent and puts the boar down, though it still grunts and shrieks on its side in the grass* Apr 12 21:04:39 * Morgan moves in quickly, slitting its throat efficiently Apr 12 21:06:58 * Adalbrecht ties up his horse, coming to stand between his sons with a hand on the shoulder of each. He looks as proud as the first day they had killed something out here in the woodlands of their ancestors "Good work, my sons" Apr 12 21:09:49 I was starting to think that one wasn't going down Apr 12 21:11:05 He wasn't a match for the two you you working together Apr 12 21:12:08 E: *he smiles a little. Movement catches the corner of Morgan's eye* Apr 12 21:12:31 * Morgan looks over Apr 12 21:12:54 *In between the trees further away, there is a stag, maybe the same one, and a die, watching them Apr 12 21:13:03 Doe* Apr 12 21:13:09 * Morgan nudges Edward slightly Apr 12 21:15:30 E: *he watches them a moment, then smiles* Apr 12 21:16:34 * Adalbrecht looks at the boar "Lets get this back home" Apr 12 21:16:52 * Morgan nods, gathering his knives Apr 12 21:19:46 * Adalbrecht had rope, so they tie the carcass to his horse. Then Adalbrecht and Edward mount up, the former very cheerful even when Edward suggests the brothers have a race back to the house Apr 12 21:20:25 I mean, if you _want_ to lose... Apr 12 21:22:46 * Adalbrecht is now known as Edward Apr 12 21:22:51 I won't. Apr 12 21:23:04 * Morgan nods Apr 12 21:23:05 very well Apr 12 21:23:23 unless oil course father would like to swap with me and race you back on Xantha... Apr 12 21:24:24 A: I choose life. Apr 12 21:24:42 * Edward laughs Apr 12 21:24:44 * Morgan snorts Apr 12 21:24:46 very well Apr 12 21:25:07 Ready, set, go. *Edward thunders off* Apr 12 21:25:49 * Morgan leans forward, murmuring 'run' to Xantha Apr 12 21:28:26 * Edward gives a good showing, he's a good rider and Crusader seems happy with him. But he isn't quite as fast as Xantha, and Morgan will have to decide whether to take the victory or subtly let Edward win Apr 12 21:30:02 * Morgan lets him win, but only just Apr 12 21:31:14 * Edward looks pleased "Excellent race, that was close" Apr 12 21:31:31 * Morgan nods Apr 12 21:31:35 it was indeed Apr 12 21:33:40 * Edward pulls Crusader to a slow cool down walk on the lawn Apr 12 21:33:54 That went well, I think Apr 12 21:34:31 * Morgan nods Apr 12 21:34:34 I think so Apr 12 21:37:56 It's been a long time. Early March '64, just after we'd sat for that painting in uniform. *he's right, they had both been on leave. It was four days later Morgan took the dresses to the seamstress. Maybe if Edward hadn't been due back from leave earlier he would have been given that task that day* Apr 12 21:39:12 * Morgan nods Apr 12 21:39:19 aye, I think so Apr 12 21:41:12 * Edward nods Apr 12 21:41:42 Boar for dinner then Apr 12 21:41:57 * Morgan nods Apr 12 21:42:03 I'd say so Apr 12 21:45:23 *Adalbrecht appears a little while later, and the dead boar is left in the capable hands of the grooms and then the kitchen staff. Adalbrecht looks happy, heading for Verity's morning room, Edward walking on behind him beside Morgan, talking quietly "He always likes to go and tell Mother when he has achieved something" Apr 12 21:46:28 * Morgan nods Apr 12 21:46:45 We all like to have someone be proud of us Apr 12 21:46:58 * Edward nods Apr 12 21:47:05 That is Mother for you? Apr 12 21:47:29 several people now Apr 12 21:48:16 * Edward nods Apr 12 21:52:00 *Molly is sat sewing with Verity, and Varick is playing on the floor at their feet. They're all talking Avalonian, but it's Molly with the most Eisen accent to her words. Edward whispers to Morgan* It's gotten stronger Apr 12 21:52:26 * Morgan nods Apr 12 21:53:33 I know. I haven't mentioned it since last time, just in case it upset her Apr 12 21:54:02 Why would it? it is delicious Apr 12 21:55:09 She had to give up her citizenship... and now she finds she doesn't have the heritage she thought... I didn't want to pile more on that Apr 12 21:56:09 * Edward nods "You know her best" Apr 12 21:56:20 * Morgan nods Apr 12 21:56:25 when she's more at ease with it... Apr 12 21:59:23 * Edward smiles, watching her and Verity. Adalbrecht comes to stand by Verity, regaling her with the story. He downplays his own role, talking only about how Edward and Morgan took down the boar together. Apr 12 22:01:36 * Morgan whispers to Edward Apr 12 22:01:39 unusual Apr 12 22:06:09 * Edward has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 12 22:31:38 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 12 22:34:29 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 12 23:21:47 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Apr 12 23:27:29 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout)