**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sun Jun 5 01:29:35 2022 Jun 05 01:29:35 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jun 05 01:33:36 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jun 05 03:29:23 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jun 05 03:35:21 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jun 05 12:58:25 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jun 05 13:04:06 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout) Jun 05 19:44:48 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Jun 05 19:45:00 (C&p pls) Jun 05 19:45:18 Ah, liebes herz... Jun 05 19:45:18 blossom Jun 05 19:45:18 You are well? Jun 05 19:45:18 * Morgan nods Jun 05 19:45:18 fine my love Jun 05 19:45:20 * MollyK nods, looking into the package at the packages within. She takes two smaller ones out before retying it Jun 05 19:45:24 I do not want to send it all to Heinzharold when some is for your eyes only! Jun 05 19:46:29 * Morgan nods Jun 05 19:47:20 * MollyK smiles Jun 05 19:47:25 How is Edward? Jun 05 19:48:05 He's alright Jun 05 19:48:15 * MollyK nods Jun 05 19:48:44 I am glad. I should get this sent... Jun 05 19:49:02 * Morgan nods Jun 05 19:49:16 aye, if we want it there in time for them to get some use out of it Jun 05 19:49:38 Before we all turn up and become a hindrance? Jun 05 19:50:01 * Morgan nods Jun 05 19:50:08 * MollyK smiles Jun 05 19:50:19 I'll be back shortly Jun 05 19:50:35 You not going traipsing around in the snow, are you... Jun 05 19:50:58 I wasn't planning to, unless that is an invitation...? Jun 05 19:51:56 * Morgan shrugs Jun 05 19:51:59 it could be I suppose Jun 05 19:52:15 * MollyK shakes her head Jun 05 19:52:38 I shall wait until we have more warmth and privacy Jun 05 19:53:32 I meant to find a messenger Jun 05 19:54:09 Oh! No, I am fine Jun 05 19:54:25 You're going to send a servant, yes? Jun 05 19:54:42 * MollyK smiles Jun 05 19:54:43 Yes Jun 05 19:54:47 * Morgan nods Jun 05 19:54:48 good Jun 05 19:55:16 You would have commanded me not to? Jun 05 19:56:44 If needs be Jun 05 19:56:51 or, more likely, I'd have come with you Jun 05 19:57:03 * MollyK nods Jun 05 19:57:19 I will stay in the warm for you Jun 05 19:57:27 * Morgan nods Jun 05 19:57:41 perhaps we can steal away and have a look at the creature... Jun 05 19:58:12 * MollyK giggles Jun 05 19:58:26 I'm sorry, I know that was not a euphemism, but... Jun 05 19:58:32 * Morgan nods Jun 05 19:58:36 I know, I set myself up for that Jun 05 19:59:27 You rather did. You had best come with me then Jun 05 19:59:37 * Morgan nods Jun 05 20:01:55 * MollyK takes the packages. She has soon found a servant and arranged for the parcel to be taken, then takes the other two up to their room, tucking them into their travel bag Jun 05 20:04:47 * Morgan follows along, humming to himself Jun 05 20:05:07 They will be quite safe in there until we have a free evening... Jun 05 20:05:15 * Morgan nods Jun 05 20:06:45 I am sure that will happen at some point in the remainder of the year... Jun 05 20:06:58 * Morgan sighs, nodding Jun 05 20:07:05 * MollyK sits on the edge of the bed, watching him Jun 05 20:07:18 Now, what do you wish to show me, my love? Jun 05 20:07:41 * Morgan opens the pouch, taking the creature out Jun 05 20:08:40 * MollyK looks at the tiny charred corpse Jun 05 20:08:52 Wow... that is rather strange Jun 05 20:09:34 from what I understand its a Schneeskald... they used to follow the Drachen through the Drachenwald for the heat... they prefer the heat of us, according to Mina Jun 05 20:12:33 * MollyK nods, poking at it Jun 05 20:13:07 Intriguing. We should check in my Grandfather's books Jun 05 20:13:58 * Morgan nods Jun 05 20:17:03 * MollyK peers at it up close Jun 05 20:17:11 It has tiny sharp teeth Jun 05 20:17:26 I noticed Jun 05 20:20:06 * MollyK nods Jun 05 20:20:28 They are somewhat like people think the fair folk are like Jun 05 20:20:43 * Morgan nods Jun 05 20:20:48 exactly what I thought Jun 05 20:21:11 Likely easy to burn that the winter Prince though Jun 05 20:21:33 wasn't too difficult Jun 05 20:22:42 * MollyK nods Jun 05 20:23:05 What will you do with it now, send it to the Order? Jun 05 20:23:35 I suppose so. I'm tempted to throw it at Mrs Danvers, since she thinks they're a silly fairy tale Jun 05 20:23:45 * MollyK giggles Jun 05 20:23:53 You are dreadful, my love Jun 05 20:28:34 * Morgan shrugs Jun 05 20:29:03 I love that about you Jun 05 20:29:27 Fortuitous Jun 05 20:29:52 Indeed it is. Almost as if meddling has been done, hmm? Jun 05 20:31:41 Well... maybe... Jun 05 20:32:11 A pity they do not meddle to get us alone! Jun 05 20:32:22 * MollyK looks done with the creature Jun 05 20:33:15 * Morgan nods, putting it in a pouch Jun 05 20:33:44 I showed Edward some of the things I can do... Jun 05 20:34:53 * MollyK looks surprised Jun 05 20:34:56 Oh? Jun 05 20:36:05 * Morgan nods Jun 05 20:37:31 I went and burned the painting of Alarice, as decreed by his holiness... Edward accompanied me. I had thought that the idea of what I can do disgusted him... that _I_ did... but apparently not. He thought it an idea to try to get used to it so that it isn't a shock when Florrie uses hers Jun 05 20:38:13 * MollyK nods Jun 05 20:38:23 That is surprisingly forward thinking of him Jun 05 20:39:42 * Morgan nods Jun 05 20:39:51 aye Jun 05 20:40:25 Was he troubled? Jun 05 20:42:18 Awed, mostly.... right up until he thought of ways to use it in the bedroom Jun 05 20:42:39 * MollyK looks confused Jun 05 20:43:02 For putting out the fire and candles at night, or lighting them in the morning? Jun 05 20:43:15 for creating sensations of heat and cold Jun 05 20:44:46 * MollyK tilts her head Jun 05 20:45:26 That is intriguing too, but you hated using it upon me when we tested if I could heal it on Morgan's Rock Jun 05 20:45:36 * Morgan nods Jun 05 20:46:07 The risk of injury... perhaps if I keep practicing the precision of my control of it... Jun 05 20:48:46 * MollyK nods Jun 05 20:49:03 My love, you do not need to do it because Edward suggested it Jun 05 20:49:14 * Morgan shrugs Jun 05 20:50:37 You are somehow concerned that he is more... experienced, and you are missing out? Jun 05 20:51:19 He intimated that it would enhance... well, you know Jun 05 20:51:31 * MollyK smiles Jun 05 20:51:56 I rather think things are quite spectacular as they are... when we are actually able to! Jun 05 20:52:50 * Morgan nods, sighing Jun 05 20:53:25 Why do you sigh? I am not refusing to try that if you wish Jun 05 20:53:54 No no, just... we are always in such demand. Jun 05 20:54:17 * MollyK nods Jun 05 20:54:48 We need some time alone, I think. But I am unsure how to secure it Jun 05 20:55:44 * Morgan nods Jun 05 20:55:47 me either Jun 05 20:58:15 * MollyK nods sadly Jun 05 20:58:47 I suggest we leave Edward and Mina to their own devises tonight and at least share a bed... Jun 05 20:59:51 My father will go berserk Jun 05 21:00:17 oh, I see what you mean Jun 05 21:02:12 Yes, I meant us share a bed, not them... though that *she points* was our first door, so perhaps a bed isn't so necessary Jun 05 21:03:12 Maybe not Jun 05 21:03:43 * MollyK stands up, coming close to him with a mischievous smile Jun 05 21:03:48 So, my love... Jun 05 21:05:02 so? Jun 05 21:05:37 *she watches his mouth, licking her lower lip a little* ... shall we go back downstairs before anyone misses us? *she smirks * Jun 05 21:05:59 we probably should... Jun 05 21:06:05 I am not particularly inclined to Jun 05 21:08:01 * MollyK nods Jun 05 21:08:21 I know... me either Jun 05 21:12:07 what to do Jun 05 21:14:06 * MollyK kisses him softly Jun 05 21:14:58 Help Edward and Mina fix things... keep your Father from... *she presses to him a moment* ... inflaming the situation Jun 05 21:17:56 * Morgan nods slightly Jun 05 21:20:24 * MollyK kisses him again before trailing her fingers horizontally across his stomach, turning towards the door Jun 05 21:24:03 We are to be good then, mon petit chou? Jun 05 21:24:35 * Morgan sighs Jun 05 21:24:37 I suppose so Jun 05 21:25:36 * MollyK glances over her shoulder Jun 05 21:26:03 We might have more time tonight, rather than rushing now? Jun 05 21:26:17 * Morgan nods Jun 05 21:26:19 I hope so Jun 05 21:26:42 If you cannot bear to wait though...? Jun 05 21:29:01 its a tough call Jun 05 21:30:49 * MollyK smiles Jun 05 21:30:59 Is it, my love? Jun 05 21:31:15 * Morgan nods Jun 05 21:32:38 The decision is yours Jun 05 21:32:50 Later. Jun 05 21:33:02 * MollyK nods Jun 05 21:33:33 I will plead a headache if you wish, and say I should retire early? Jun 05 21:33:49 * Morgan nods Jun 05 21:33:56 we'll see how things go but... I think so, yes Jun 05 21:35:14 * MollyK nods Jun 05 21:35:26 I will spend the afternoon looking forward to it Jun 05 21:35:35 as will I Jun 05 21:35:38 * Morgan frowns Jun 05 21:35:55 I should probably tell Edward our plan for him and Mina Jun 05 21:36:05 * MollyK giggles Jun 05 21:36:13 It rather requires his participation Jun 05 21:36:34 he dismissed the idea this morning because of father and mrs Danvers... Jun 05 21:36:41 * MollyK smiles Jun 05 21:36:56 He does not know how determined and sneaky I can be Jun 05 21:37:16 No... Jun 05 21:37:28 what do you intend with Mrs Danvers? Jun 05 21:38:30 Insist that she rests herself with all the power a Duchess softly wields, and then let her have some herbal tea that promotes sleepiness Jun 05 21:38:57 * Morgan nods slowly Jun 05 21:40:49 I will tell her what it is in advance Jun 05 21:41:21 so she is not alarmed by it? Jun 05 21:41:53 So it is of her own free will. I would not drug someone unless they had done something wrong Jun 05 21:42:07 * Morgan nods Jun 05 21:42:19 After lunch, yes? Jun 05 21:42:37 * MollyK smiles mischievously Jun 05 21:42:53 Yes, I shall wait until you and your Father are gone to the brothel. Jun 05 21:43:24 tavern. He's going to kill me. Jun 05 21:43:35 * MollyK giggles Jun 05 21:43:46 It is almost a shame I cannot join you Jun 05 21:43:55 * Morgan nods Jun 05 21:44:53 But it would be assumed I cannot trust you there with such options Jun 05 21:45:12 * Morgan nods Jun 05 21:45:59 * MollyK smiles, leaning back against the closed door a moment Jun 05 21:46:10 Which, of course, I know I can Jun 05 21:46:43 * Morgan nods Jun 05 21:46:46 completely Jun 05 21:47:58 * MollyK smiles, running her fingers from her jaw, down her neck, and onto her collarbone "Your attention is firmly held here, I know." Jun 05 21:48:13 * Morgan nods, following her fingers Jun 05 21:48:59 * MollyK moves them lower, to the swell of her breast, and then to the lace at the neckline of her blouse Jun 05 21:50:07 * Morgan licks his lips Jun 05 21:51:43 Let's find Edward now, hmm? *she smiles, removing her hand with a teasing, playful smile* Jun 05 21:55:29 * Morgan blinks before nodding Jun 05 21:56:32 * MollyK takes his hand, and presses a kiss into his palm Jun 05 21:58:50 Do you need a moment to gather your thoughts? Jun 05 21:59:09 * Morgan sighs before shaking his head Jun 05 21:59:11 No, I'll be ok Jun 05 21:59:40 * MollyK nods, opening the door for him Jun 05 22:01:43 * Morgan walks through it slowly Jun 05 22:01:48 need to pick up some rope Jun 05 22:02:09 * MollyK blushes, searching his face Jun 05 22:02:23 Rope. Ummmm... yes? Jun 05 22:02:57 * Morgan nods, continuing to walk slowly Jun 05 22:03:36 I... have some in Innesbruck, but I did not bring it... Jun 05 22:04:17 I need a significant amount... about thirty feet Jun 05 22:05:00 Oh. No, this is shorter... ten feet? Silky and smooth. Jun 05 22:05:31 * Morgan shakes his head Jun 05 22:05:32 no good Jun 05 22:05:40 * MollyK walks at his slow pace, watching him sidelong "Are you hurt?" Jun 05 22:05:58 * Morgan glances at her, confused Jun 05 22:06:12 You do not walk so slowly usually Jun 05 22:06:37 * Morgan shrugs Jun 05 22:06:52 I'm in no rush. I will need some sewing things after lunch Jun 05 22:07:04 * MollyK nods Jun 05 22:07:26 What are you making that requires stitching and a rope? Jun 05 22:07:38 The stitching is for Edwards breeches Jun 05 22:08:00 I can deal with that whilst you are gone Jun 05 22:09:03 * Morgan nods Jun 05 22:09:04 alright Jun 05 22:09:24 Assuming you do not mind me stitching him into them Jun 05 22:11:06 No, it makes sense Jun 05 22:11:32 * MollyK smiles Jun 05 22:11:48 If you like, I could also sew you into yours? Jun 05 22:12:11 Don't be absurd Jun 05 22:12:53 What is the rope for? Jun 05 22:13:32 a couple of monkey fists and... something else Jun 05 22:13:46 * MollyK glances at him Jun 05 22:14:01 You do not wish to say? Jun 05 22:14:14 Its not that, I just don't know what its called. I just know how to use it Jun 05 22:14:23 * MollyK nods Jun 05 22:14:29 Alright, liebling Jun 05 22:15:41 * MollyK leads the way downstairs and back towards the others. She gives him a little smile Jun 05 22:15:48 Last chance, my love Jun 05 22:16:17 behave yourself, duchess... the wait will be worth it Jun 05 22:17:08 * MollyK kisses his cheek "As his Excellency commands, I live but to serve him" Jun 05 22:18:10 One would hope so Jun 05 22:18:16 * MollyK nods Jun 05 22:18:20 Absolutely Jun 05 22:19:49 * MollyK goes in to the room. Edward is quick to move to Morgan's side, whispering "what did Mina want Molly for?" Jun 05 22:21:31 excuse us... Jun 05 22:21:36 * Morgan goes back out into the hall Jun 05 22:21:51 * MollyK is now known as Edward Jun 05 22:21:57 * Edward follows Jun 05 22:24:54 What are you stressing about? Jun 05 22:25:58 I am not. I wondered what is happening Jun 05 22:29:36 Girl talk. You're comfortable with Molly, yes? Jun 05 22:30:33 * Edward nods Jun 05 22:30:40 I am Jun 05 22:31:02 Good, because later she is going to sew your breeches Jun 05 22:31:14 * Edward nods Jun 05 22:31:34 Hopefully she will not stab me with the needle Jun 05 22:32:33 Not unless you annoy her Jun 05 22:34:41 I will try not to. What about Father and Danvers? Jun 05 22:35:13 * Morgan smiles slightly Jun 05 22:35:45 since Mina is to be with Molly, Mrs Danvers can have a well earned rest, especially since they must travel tomorrow... and if you recall, I have requested fathers help in town... Jun 05 22:36:22 I am comfortable with Molly, but not _that_ comfortable Jun 05 22:36:53 * Morgan frowns Jun 05 22:37:30 Dont be dense. As far as Mrs Danvers is concerned, Mina will be with Molly, so she can rest... Jun 05 22:37:50 * Edward nods Jun 05 22:38:15 This is a sound plan, brother, I'm impressed Jun 05 22:38:38 Mina wanted to talk to Molly because she wanted her opinion on it. Jun 05 22:39:21 * Edward nods "when?" Jun 05 22:41:16 after lunch Jun 05 22:41:39 * Edward nods Jun 05 22:42:16 I will go and ensure my room is tidy, if you will excuse me Jun 05 22:43:21 * Morgan nods Jun 05 22:44:29 * Edward goes off up the stairs two at a time, leaving Morgan alone in the hall Jun 05 22:45:08 * Morgan nods briefly to himself before going back into the library Jun 05 22:49:29 *Edward is back by lunchtime, and a servant is set on the task for finding Morgan so much rope. Both Edward and Mina behave in a courtly manner, neither giving away the afternoon's plan, and Molly starts carefully seeding the narrative that she and Mina have an afternoon of wedding details and gossip ahead. Edward mentions having urgent Jun 05 22:49:31 correspondence to catch up on, and asks to borrow Morgan's study. This means that things are mostly in place when it is time for Morgan and Adalbrecht to leave. Adalbrecht goes to saddle the horses, the snow settled to around eight inches. Molly stands with Morgan on the doorstep, she's one step up so she's closer to his height. She puts his scarf Jun 05 22:49:31 over his head, then gives a quick glance around to see they are alone before she gently pulls the wool to bring him closer to her, smiling as she watches his mouth then his eyes* Jun 05 22:51:30 * Edward is now known as Molly Jun 05 22:52:05 * Morgan leans forward and kisses her Jun 05 22:52:50 * Molly kisses him in return, keeping hold of the scarf a moment Jun 05 22:57:58 Wish me luck, my love, I will sit on a chair in the upstairs hall with my needlework and try not to imagine you and I going off to a bed chamber for illicit behaviour like this! Jun 05 23:00:04 * Morgan nods Jun 05 23:00:12 wish me luck with my father. He's going to lose his mind Jun 05 23:00:54 * Molly nods, kissing him again "one for luck then, my love" Jun 05 23:01:36 * Morgan nods Jun 05 23:01:40 I'll see you soonish Jun 05 23:02:37 * Molly nods, letting him go Jun 05 23:06:19 * Molly is now known as Adalbrecht Jun 05 23:07:19 * Adalbrecht waits until they are trampling the snow beneath hooves and well out of the house before he says"What is all this about, Morgan." Jun 05 23:08:08 what? Jun 05 23:08:34 The problem you have in town Jun 05 23:09:09 it is quite a pickle Jun 05 23:11:06 Tell me as we ride then Jun 05 23:12:13 How do you think Edward and Mina are getting on? Jun 05 23:13:04 * Adalbrecht sighs Jun 05 23:13:42 I am assured that the wedding will go ahead, but they are colder with each other than when they had to go separate ways in Fischler Jun 05 23:14:20 * Morgan nods Jun 05 23:14:38 Much damage has been done to their relationship, not just because of Florrie Jun 05 23:15:05 What else? Jun 05 23:16:07 turns out their agreement wasn't agreeable to her. Jun 05 23:17:13 But it was made years ago Jun 05 23:18:23 A combination of wanting to please him and not understanding quite what it meant I believe Jun 05 23:20:30 * Adalbrecht nods Jun 05 23:20:39 She feels betrayed? Jun 05 23:22:27 * Morgan nods Jun 05 23:22:55 She didn't realise quite how far it would allow him to go. Jun 05 23:23:06 * Adalbrecht nods Jun 05 23:23:36 I see. They need to discuss it and move forward together Jun 05 23:24:11 * Morgan nods Jun 05 23:24:21 I hope they can fix it... they are so _good_ together Jun 05 23:25:17 * Adalbrecht nods Jun 05 23:25:28 She is a good fit for him and for the family Jun 05 23:26:46 * Morgan nods Jun 05 23:27:49 She forms a balance, bringing more traditional attitudes Jun 05 23:30:58 Where I bring chaos Jun 05 23:31:22 You and Molly are very different from Edward and Mina Jun 05 23:32:17 Yes we are Jun 05 23:33:12 I am relieved they are still wedding. The reputational damage would have been a problem Jun 05 23:33:46 * Morgan nods Jun 05 23:33:58 Hopefully they can work it all out Jun 05 23:34:05 * Adalbrecht nods Jun 05 23:34:27 Once they are married they will have years ahead to. Not all marriages start off easily Jun 05 23:37:46 No, but theirs should have Jun 05 23:38:13 It should have been very simple Jun 05 23:39:50 * Morgan nods Jun 05 23:39:57 anyway, lets talk about the brothel Jun 05 23:40:28 Yes, let's talk about the... the WHAT?! Jun 05 23:41:55 * Morgan says it again, slowly Jun 05 23:42:13 Why do you want a brothel? Jun 05 23:43:05 I didn't say that. Jun 05 23:43:11 * Morgan looks at his father a moment Jun 05 23:43:44 Look, I'm a bit stuck... some working girls have been operating out of a tavern... the local women have found out and are demanding it be shut down. Jun 05 23:44:05 * Adalbrecht nods Jun 05 23:44:19 They often work from taverns Jun 05 23:45:17 * Morgan nods Jun 05 23:46:04 The owner wants to continue as they are but without the harassment... the womenfolk want their men to stop spending money on beer and... well, you know. The working girls just want somewhere safe to operate Jun 05 23:50:03 The tavern owner is to give them paying jobs in the tavern, cleaning up, serving. Anyone found working there who is not employed in service of the tavern will be banished and the tavern fined. This puts the Landlord in a position of deciding whether he wants the hassle of paying the girls. If he doesn't, he clamps down and they stop. If he does, Jun 05 23:50:04 their activities become less obvious to the womenfolk. Your priests can exert some pressure through sermons remind the men of their duties to their wives and families Jun 05 23:51:00 Interesting... that runs the risk of just driving it underground though, surely Jun 05 23:51:12 * Adalbrecht smiles slightly Jun 05 23:53:08 If they are not doing it from the tavern, they will do it from their homes, but the risk is high, and men will soon realise they are more likely to be caught. If you have work available on the estate, use that to support the working girls out of their profession and in to good, honest work. If any are destitute, that is your responsibility and the Jun 05 23:53:08 churches to provide aid Jun 05 23:54:08 I know that much... I just... I want them to be safe Jun 05 23:54:43 From whom? Jun 05 23:56:32 in general Jun 05 23:57:11 Then make it known there will be consequences if they are harmed. Jun 05 23:57:30 * Morgan nods Jun 05 23:58:46 That is how I dealt with a similar problem in Sudlachenburg Jun 05 23:59:37 Then we have people to talk to