**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Jul 9 00:01:03 2022 Jul 09 00:01:03 But how were you still friends if you didn't write? Jul 09 00:02:12 It'd take a lot for us to not be friends... we will always love each other, even if we don't see eachother Jul 09 00:02:31 Did you know they wouldn't forget you? Jul 09 00:03:09 We've been friends for so long, I don't think we'd ever forget one another Jul 09 00:03:48 Why didn't they live with you in Avalon? Jul 09 00:04:24 I didn't tell anyone where I'd gone Jul 09 00:04:45 That's cruel, Papa. Everyone would worry Jul 09 00:05:17 * Morgan nods Jul 09 00:05:19 I know that now Jul 09 00:06:21 Didn't you know? Jul 09 00:06:54 It was just after Dietlinde had died, all I could think of was how much it hurt to lose them Jul 09 00:07:08 * Varick nods Jul 09 00:07:35 I want to go to my Daddy's grave when we get to Koln Jul 09 00:08:51 * Morgan nods Jul 09 00:08:53 alright Jul 09 00:09:04 No one talks about my Daddy anymore Jul 09 00:09:31 * Morgan nods Jul 09 00:12:07 Thats fairly normal Jul 09 00:12:13 Why? Jul 09 00:12:46 Other things come up that demand our attention. Jul 09 00:13:31 But we talk about Dietlinde and Jana a lot Jul 09 00:14:31 Not as much as you'd think... Mostly I only talk about them with you Jul 09 00:15:06 Mama and Inga do Jul 09 00:15:47 Really? Jul 09 00:15:52 * Varick nods Jul 09 00:16:23 When they think I am not there Jul 09 00:16:33 I didn't know that Jul 09 00:16:48 * Varick shrugs Jul 09 00:17:02 They don't say bad things Jul 09 00:18:14 * Morgan nods Jul 09 00:18:58 They don't talk about my Daddy Jul 09 00:21:06 I think... its because you do so well about it Jul 09 00:21:28 I have you and Mama now Jul 09 00:22:08 * Morgan nods Jul 09 00:22:10 Yes you dp Jul 09 00:22:29 So I don't have to be sad now Jul 09 00:22:48 No, if you're ready to not be sad, you don't have to be Jul 09 00:23:06 Are you ready not to be sad? Jul 09 00:24:13 I'm getting there I think Jul 09 00:25:04 That's good, Papa. I want you to be happy, and you have Mama, and me, and Florrie to love you Jul 09 00:25:35 * Morgan nods Jul 09 00:25:37 I am quite happy Jul 09 00:26:09 Mama tells Inga how much she loves you alllll the time Jul 09 00:26:42 * Morgan nods Jul 09 00:26:45 That's nice Jul 09 00:27:43 Then Inga says how much she loves Heinzharold. It's very boring Jul 09 00:28:04 That'll change as you get older Jul 09 00:28:35 Why? Jul 09 00:28:58 Because you'll find someone to love like that Jul 09 00:29:24 How many people will I love like that? Jul 09 00:29:58 * Morgan shrugs Jul 09 00:30:01 I don't know Jul 09 00:30:15 If I have a wife, will she die? Jul 09 00:31:29 Thats really difficult to answer... most likely not, but I can't promise Jul 09 00:31:44 Why would I have a wife if she might die? Jul 09 00:34:29 Because you love her... because you want children with her Jul 09 00:35:01 Is that why Mama is your wife and not your Good Friend? Jul 09 00:36:07 Because I love her Jul 09 00:36:30 Why do you love Mama? Jul 09 00:36:55 Because she's kind, and funny, and very pretty Jul 09 00:37:10 * Varick nods Jul 09 00:37:58 When I have to have a wife, will you help me pick one? Jul 09 00:38:24 I expect so Jul 09 00:38:59 I won't know which one to pick. What if I like two women who are kind, funny, and pretty? Jul 09 00:39:29 I wouldn't worry about it... its not something you have to think about for a long while Jul 09 00:39:38 * Varick nods Jul 09 00:40:17 Okay. *he's quiet agin* I asked Mama why she loves you Jul 09 00:40:21 Oh? Jul 09 00:41:19 She had because you care about people, you're a man who loves a lot, you're clever, and because you are tall with big shoulders Jul 09 00:42:23 I see Jul 09 00:42:48 How can I be like you so I get a wife like Mama? Jul 09 00:43:45 Be like me? Wouldn't you like to just be like you? Jul 09 00:44:11 No, Papa, I want to be just like you Jul 09 00:45:23 Its already my job to teach you things that are important... Jul 09 00:45:47 * Varick nods Jul 09 00:45:53 Okay Papa Jul 09 00:50:41 * Varick has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 09 00:52:21 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 09 01:30:56 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 09 01:34:59 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout) Jul 09 04:25:01 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 09 04:30:45 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 09 12:19:27 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 09 12:49:07 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 09 12:51:36 *They stop many hours are miles later to eat and stretch their legs, and whilst they are getting set up, Verity finds him Jul 09 12:51:41 * MollyK is now known as Verity Jul 09 12:52:02 How are you, dear boy? Jul 09 12:52:21 * Morgan nods Jul 09 12:52:31 I'm alright mother... you are not finding the journey too taxing? Jul 09 12:52:42 * Verity shakes her head Jul 09 12:53:11 It has been nice to get to know Grendlik better. What a sad history he has Jul 09 12:53:22 * Morgan nods Jul 09 12:53:35 I'm hoping he and father will get to know each other... Jul 09 12:54:47 * Verity nods Jul 09 12:55:19 Your Father can see how deeply he cares for Jarvinia and the baby, he is softening towards Grendlik Jul 09 12:56:11 * Morgan nods Jul 09 12:56:22 I think he intended to take them to task last night Jul 09 12:56:29 * Verity nods Jul 09 12:56:52 Indeed. It was not an ideal way to start a marriage Jul 09 12:57:01 No. Jul 09 12:57:39 But they do seem happy now, and many people make mistakes and rush in where they should exercise caution Jul 09 12:59:32 * Morgan nods Jul 09 12:59:40 I suppose so Jul 09 13:00:40 Your Father wishes to push on to an Inn past Koln, he is very aware that we have many miles to go and not many days to do it in Jul 09 13:02:10 Then Varick and I will have to catch up Jul 09 13:03:07 Do you need to stop for him to see his Father's grave? Jul 09 13:03:11 * Morgan nods Jul 09 13:03:14 Yes, we do Jul 09 13:03:30 When we went in the summer, he did not wish to see it Jul 09 13:03:46 * Morgan nods Jul 09 13:04:07 I can appreciate his point of view in that... but he feels he needs to now Jul 09 13:04:37 I am sure you are teaching him well about grief and healing, and setting a fine example Jul 09 13:05:32 I'm trying to Jul 09 13:05:42 * Verity smiles Jul 09 13:05:55 I am proud of you, dear boy Jul 09 13:06:43 * Morgan smiles Jul 09 13:06:50 Thank you mother. That means a great deal to me Jul 09 13:07:39 You have done well, and your family is flourishing. I used to wonder when we did not see you for so long if perhaps you had married again and started a new family Jul 09 13:08:38 No... that was the furthest thing from my mind... until very recently the idea of having more children filled me with pain and apprehension Jul 09 13:08:54 * Verity nods Jul 09 13:09:13 And now you approach it with hope and excitement? Jul 09 13:09:40 I look forward to it now Jul 09 13:10:06 That is wonderful. I look forward to it too Jul 09 13:10:59 It won't be for some time, mother... we have much to do Jul 09 13:12:29 Oh I know that, dear boy. But I am sure one day it will be Molly, and not Jarvinia, putting a baby in the Koertig crib Jul 09 13:13:36 * Morgan nods Jul 09 13:13:41 First of many Jul 09 13:14:13 *she nods, smiling* I wonder if Jarvinia's child will have outgrown it before Mina gives us a baby Jul 09 13:15:04 Given their intention to begin immediately, it could be close Jul 09 13:15:18 * Verity nods Jul 09 13:15:47 I am very pleased they will be wanting to become parents right away Jul 09 13:16:10 * Morgan nods Jul 09 13:16:30 I'm just pleased they're still getting married... and that they are still close Jul 09 13:16:41 * Verity nods Jul 09 13:16:51 Your Father said it had been quite tense Jul 09 13:17:01 * Morgan nods Jul 09 13:17:07 Very. She was very hurt Jul 09 13:17:31 * Verity nods sadly Jul 09 13:18:00 I feel for Mina, she has had a hard life also. I look forward to having her as a daughter Jul 09 13:18:43 I think that will do her good Jul 09 13:19:13 * Verity nods Jul 09 13:19:51 I wish they did not have to live so far away, but alas that is the price we pay for our status Jul 09 13:20:32 * Morgan nods Jul 09 13:20:42 I don't think there is much I can do about that I'm afraid Jul 09 13:25:07 I know, dear boy. I hope you will visit from Gottkirchen and Edward from Graben, and Jarvinia from Freiburg with all the children in the years to come Jul 09 13:25:46 Of course mother... Jul 09 13:28:25 * Verity nods Jul 09 13:28:39 What was it you wished to say about Hildegarde? Jul 09 13:29:42 She is Dietlinde's cousin Jul 09 13:31:11 * Verity looks surprised Jul 09 13:31:22 And she works for you now? Jul 09 13:32:05 I suppose she does... Heinrich works for me, she married Heinrich Jul 09 13:33:41 Is that not difficult for you and Molly, dear boy? Jul 09 13:34:07 No, not really... Florrie looking as she does was more difficult Jul 09 13:36:09 * Verity nods Jul 09 13:36:55 It is probably for the best that she did not come with you and Molly to Eisen? Jul 09 13:37:24 * Morgan nods Jul 09 13:38:01 I was acutely aware of how painful you would all find it... and I had to knock some sense into Edward, and that would simply not have been possible Jul 09 13:38:51 I meant for you, dear boy. I know Edward thought he should do right by her mother Jul 09 13:40:04 * Morgan shrugs slightly Jul 09 13:41:33 Aside from it being jarring when I first see her, its not so bad... she is not Jana, she is very definitely her own person... I suppose I should tell you that her mind does not work the same as ours... she is very literal, and she has difficulty dealing with others at least at the start Jul 09 13:41:46 * Verity nods Jul 09 13:42:04 All children are different in their own way, and we will love her Jul 09 13:42:09 * Morgan nods Jul 09 13:42:12 I have no doubt Jul 09 13:43:09 I think father will have the most difficulty getting her to open up to him... I don't see him sitting on the floor so she can get used to him Jul 09 13:43:20 * Verity smiles Jul 09 13:44:29 You were too young to recall how he was with Edward. You Father loves his children deeply. When you were both small, when he was not away with the War, he was often on the floor playing with you both Jul 09 13:45:17 This is different, though... and he can be a bit of a stick in the mud... Jul 09 13:45:30 * Verity smiles Jul 09 13:45:42 Your uncle often said that about your Grandfather Jul 09 13:46:18 * Morgan nods Jul 09 13:47:05 I had a letter from Christopher Jul 09 13:47:36 Oh? Jul 09 13:49:50 He was going to spend another few days in Freiburg before travelling down through Heilgrund to Graben. He expects to arrive on the nineteenth Jul 09 13:52:49 * Verity has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jul 09 14:06:21 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 09 18:04:07 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 09 18:25:53 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 09 18:28:39 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 09 19:18:04 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 09 19:23:06 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout) Jul 09 19:46:49 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 09 19:51:52 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 09 20:57:19 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 09 20:57:26 [13:38:53] Verity: He was going to spend another few days in Freiburg before travelling down through Heilgrund to Graben. He expects to arrive on the nineteenth Jul 09 20:57:31 * MollyK is now known as Verity Jul 09 21:02:15 * Morgan nods Jul 09 21:02:22 It'll be nice for him to meet Molly and Varick Jul 09 21:02:32 * Verity nods Jul 09 21:03:12 I am sure you are keen to show them off proudly Jul 09 21:03:47 * Morgan nods Jul 09 21:03:53 That is a fair assessment Jul 09 21:05:43 ACTION gets called away by Adalbrecht. Morgan is stood with HH by the horses when everyone is ready to go. Molly comes over to him* I thought I might ride with you my love Jul 09 21:05:43 * Received a CTCP from Verity (to #7thsea) Jul 09 21:07:04 If you wish blossom Jul 09 21:08:44 HH: If y' want, I'll go in the carriage and you can ride me horse? Jul 09 21:08:45 M: No! *she blushes* I mean… I uhh… I want to ride with my husband Jul 09 21:09:28 HH nods: Rather you than me! $think this one fancies you, man$ Jul 09 21:09:41 * Verity is now known as Molly Jul 09 21:09:46 $Might be right$ Jul 09 21:10:25 Adalbrecht shouts at them: Are you mounting, or talking?! Jul 09 21:10:50 * Morgan tilts his head before looking down at his feet and back at his father Jul 09 21:11:04 Given the available evidence, your Grafness, I would say talking... Jul 09 21:11:28 HH grins: I'm talking, I don't know what this pair are up to Jul 09 21:11:48 * Molly whispers "Heinzharold!" Jul 09 21:13:18 *Adalbrecht just shakes his head, giving the instruction to drive on. Claudia rides on too* Jul 09 21:14:15 * Morgan helps Molly onto her horse before climbing up into his saddle Jul 09 21:15:31 HH: He's worried we're gonna dally and make 'im late Jul 09 21:15:43 * Molly thanks him as HH mounts up too Jul 09 21:16:12 * Morgan nods Jul 09 21:16:33 I know... His wonderful mood from this morning has persisted Jul 09 21:17:38 HH nods: Speaking of wonderful moods, I'm gonna ride up and see Claudia Jul 09 21:17:57 * Morgan nods Jul 09 21:22:29 * Molly leans back a little more once he has gone ahead, leaving them to bring up the rear Jul 09 21:22:36 How are you, my love? Jul 09 21:22:44 I'm alright blossom. You? Jul 09 21:23:03 Mmm much better now I am sat in front of you like this Jul 09 21:23:20 * Morgan nods Jul 09 21:23:33 Father wants to push on past Koln Jul 09 21:23:43 * Molly nods Jul 09 21:24:14 I suppose that would be alright. Perhaps we can make a stop there to feed and water the horses, and ourselves Jul 09 21:24:49 He has an inn in mind, apparently... Varick has asked to be taken to his fathers grave Jul 09 21:26:03 * Molly nods Jul 09 21:26:29 I should imagine he will wish to see Natasha's too Jul 09 21:26:48 I wouldn't be surprised... Jul 09 21:27:42 * Molly nods Jul 09 21:28:02 I will keep the others out of the way if you wish Jul 09 21:28:25 I had said to mother if he was intent on pushing on, Varick and I would catch up Jul 09 21:29:56 We should stop. If he wants to press on after dark we will want hot water bottles and blankets Jul 09 21:30:17 We should speak with him then Jul 09 21:31:23 Mmhmm... this is nice though Jul 09 21:31:30 Yes, it is Jul 09 21:32:24 I would ride the breadth of Theah east to west happily, if I could do it in your arms *she looks up at him with a smile* Jul 09 21:33:06 Imagine the saddlesore... Jul 09 21:34:15 It would need some sort of soothing cream or oil rubbing on it Jul 09 21:34:54 * Morgan nods Jul 09 21:34:55 true Jul 09 21:35:15 * Molly nods, smiling to herself Jul 09 21:36:35 Did you get to the bottom of what is occurring with Walder and Theresa? Jul 09 21:37:10 No, I've left it alone... they clearly hold some affection for each other but I don't think they've admitted it to themselves yet Jul 09 21:37:37 * Molly nods Jul 09 21:37:55 Perhaps it is not time for employer intervention, hmm? Jul 09 21:38:41 No... I did speak to Walder about coming to Gottkirchen Jul 09 21:38:59 Oh! What were his thoughts on it? Jul 09 21:40:52 He was concerned I was suggesting he goes to work for someone else... but he is open to the idea and will give it thought Jul 09 21:42:21 * Molly nods Jul 09 21:42:43 He would be a wonderful addition to our household Jul 09 21:42:49 * Morgan nods Jul 09 21:42:51 I agree Jul 09 21:42:57 But... Jul 09 21:43:01 But? Jul 09 21:43:46 But he is good in Innesbruck, and for all our lack of surety in Heinrich following our wishes, I am completely certain Walder would Jul 09 21:44:41 * Morgan nods Jul 09 21:44:43 indeed Jul 09 21:45:18 And then there is Theresa... and Jacques friendship with Rickon Jul 09 21:46:05 There's no point worrying about it until we know Walders view on it closer to the time... by which time we should have a better idea of Heinrich's, for want of a better word, loyalty Jul 09 21:47:00 Oh, of course, my love, I was merely mulling it over Jul 09 21:47:39 Varick is worried they will not be friends now that he has gone away Jul 09 21:49:02 * Molly sighs Jul 09 21:49:33 I can understand that. The other boys will develop a deeper bond and shared experiences in the meantime Jul 09 21:51:30 * Morgan nods Jul 09 21:51:40 He's also commented that we don't talk about his father Jul 09 21:52:26 It is hard to, isn't it? He is doing so well, and I do not want to make him sad by doing so Jul 09 21:52:43 * Morgan nods Jul 09 21:52:51 And there isn't much good to say about him Jul 09 21:52:57 * Molly nods Jul 09 21:54:18 He did one good thing, and that was Varick Jul 09 22:00:22 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jul 09 22:00:43 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 09 22:00:53 [21:43:22] Molly: He did one good thing, and that was Varick Jul 09 22:02:29 * Morgan nods Jul 09 22:03:47 Should we talk about him more? Jul 09 22:04:21 I'm not sure, if I' m honest Jul 09 22:04:41 * MollyK nods Jul 09 22:05:08 Maybe we should ask what he wants Jul 09 22:05:37 * Morgan nods Jul 09 22:05:42 Might be an idea Jul 09 22:05:50 * MollyK nods Jul 09 22:05:57 Let's do that Jul 09 22:06:56 * Morgan nods Jul 09 22:08:40 * MollyK snuggles back, relaxing more Jul 09 22:08:51 I am glad we are in this together Jul 09 22:09:03 * Morgan nods Jul 09 22:09:04 Me too Jul 09 22:10:16 Will it always be like this? Jul 09 22:10:45 Like what? Jul 09 22:11:52 Not knowing what to do with them Jul 09 22:12:48 Oh... probably... though mother and father are probably in a better position to answer that Jul 09 22:13:17 * MollyK nods Jul 09 22:13:32 It is a journey we will take together Jul 09 22:13:51 * Morgan nods Jul 09 22:13:53 Yes, it is Jul 09 22:14:25 There's no one I would rather do it with Jul 09 22:14:35 Me either Jul 09 22:15:03 I'm glad you feel that Jul 09 22:16:02 * Morgan sighs Jul 09 22:16:11 Come on, lets go and annoy my father Jul 09 22:16:23 Alright, liebling Jul 09 22:16:43 * Morgan moves his horse up beside his father, sending Claudia and HeinzHarold to the rear Jul 09 22:17:01 My lord, a moment of your time... Jul 09 22:17:10 * MollyK is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 09 22:17:39 * Adalbrecht looks at them Jul 09 22:17:42 Yes? Jul 09 22:17:56 Mother tells me you wish to push on to an inn past Koln Jul 09 22:18:43 Yes. It will get us there sooner Jul 09 22:19:09 We would recommend stopping in Koln to water the horses, get some food et cetera Jul 09 22:21:01 If it does not take too long, yes Jul 09 22:21:13 * Morgan nods Jul 09 22:21:29 Varick wishes to be taken to Karstens grave... and I imagine his mothers Jul 09 22:22:41 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 09 22:22:58 That should be auick Jul 09 22:23:04 Quick * Jul 09 22:23:18 If needs be, we will catch up Jul 09 22:23:32 He wasn't ready to visit the grave last time we were here Jul 09 22:23:41 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 09 22:23:50 I suppose that takes some time Jul 09 22:24:02 * Morgan nods Jul 09 22:27:12 * Adalbrecht just nods too Jul 09 22:28:11 Thank you my lord Jul 09 22:30:13 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 09 22:30:41 We should have left earlier. We will need to be up before dawn to get there in good time Jul 09 22:31:00 * Morgan shakes his head slowly Jul 09 22:31:15 No, I advise against travelling in the darkness Jul 09 22:34:09 It is the darkest time of the year. If we do not travel in the dark we will never get there Jul 09 22:35:19 I am aware of the time of year... I am advising against it in the interests of safety Jul 09 22:37:21 Then we miss your brother's wedding. Jul 09 22:39:25 * Morgan scowls Jul 09 22:39:33 Very well Jul 09 22:41:16 I cannot change the calendar. If it had not been for the issue with the child, we would all have been on time. Jul 09 22:41:41 * Morgan doesn't respond Jul 09 22:45:17 M: Florrie is not an issue, she is a blessing. Edward is very lucky to have a beautiful, bright, fascinating daughter, and if that costs him our attendance at his wedding, he will still be a very lucky man. Jul 09 22:46:28 * Morgan closes his eyes Jul 09 22:48:01 * Adalbrecht just makes a hmph noise Jul 09 22:48:42 *Molly puts her hand over Morgan's where he is holding the reins* Jul 09 22:51:05 In that instance, I'll need to talk to HeinzHarold and Claudia Jul 09 22:51:30 Of course Jul 09 22:52:38 If you'll excuse me... Jul 09 22:53:34 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 09 22:54:12 * Morgan pulls his horse to the side, waiting until Claudia and HeinzHarold are alongside him Jul 09 22:54:42 *molly squeezes his hand, but doesn't speak* Jul 09 22:55:17 HH: -thirty three bottles of beer on the wall Jul 09 22:55:23 * Adalbrecht is now known as Claudia Jul 09 22:55:34 * Claudia looks like she might actually kill him Jul 09 22:55:36 Shut up Jul 09 22:57:19 HH: No sense of fun, the lotta you. *he points to Molly* Cept that one, she's a bad girl Jul 09 22:57:43 * Claudia laughs, but Molly is blushing Jul 09 22:57:52 * Morgan glares at him balefully Jul 09 22:58:06 Shut up... you need to know something Jul 09 22:58:49 HH: Go on Jul 09 22:59:32 My father has decided we have to ride after dark and before sunrise... We're going to need to be ready for... problems Jul 09 23:00:12 *HH looks worried, Claudia looks gleeful* Jul 09 23:01:10 Alongside the usual bandits, I won't be at all surprised if we encounter... things Jul 09 23:02:19 Last time that was enjoyable Jul 09 23:03:20 Last time we could all take care of ourselves... that is not the case Jul 09 23:04:00 HH: Bit more serious with them all in tow Jul 09 23:04:11 exactly... Jul 09 23:06:59 He's got a point though. It is several days to Graben, and we have to be there in four. Jul 09 23:07:51 Yes, he does... which is why we need to be ready and alert... after dark, no mucking about Jul 09 23:10:16 HH: Yeah, Claudia, no mucking about Jul 09 23:10:55 * Morgan unbuckles one of his pouches, throwing it to HeinzHarold Jul 09 23:12:46 *he catches it* Jul 09 23:13:55 * Morgan watches him Jul 09 23:14:09 HH: *he squeezes it first* Jul 09 23:15:53 Open it Jul 09 23:16:09 *HH does so* Jul 09 23:16:31 ((The schneeskald body is inside)) Jul 09 23:17:15 *HH yelps like a little girl* Jul 09 23:17:36 * Claudia laughs loudly at it, and even Molly giggles Jul 09 23:19:04 HH: The fuck is that?! Jul 09 23:20:23 _that_... is a schneeskald... they glow, fly around in groups and are very pretty until they've led you from the road into a circle of bones and swarm you... to eat you alive... Jul 09 23:21:27 HH: *he peers at it* what did you do? Jul 09 23:21:51 Killed them. Just. As I said, after dark, we don't fuck about Jul 09 23:23:38 HH: *he puts it away and throws it back* okay, no fucking around Jul 09 23:23:54 * Morgan nods, buckling back on his belt Jul 09 23:24:34 M: I am getting my own horse from Koln, rather than riding in the carriage. *she sounds very sure of this* Jul 09 23:24:54 We'll talk about that Jul 09 23:25:01 * Claudia and HH glance at each other Jul 09 23:25:11 Anything else for us? Jul 09 23:25:32 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 09 23:25:48 We keep them safe... Jul 09 23:26:03 * Claudia and HH both nods Jul 09 23:26:45 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 09 23:27:03 Good Jul 09 23:27:33 Give you a minute, shall we? Jul 09 23:27:43 We'll catch up in a minute Jul 09 23:28:15 * Claudia and HH go on, the latter singing again Jul 09 23:28:22 * Claudia is now known as Molly Jul 09 23:28:34 * Molly squares her shoulders a little Jul 09 23:29:13 I want you in the carriage after dark Jul 09 23:29:38 I am more useful on horseback Jul 09 23:30:22 Yes, you are... but you are safer, _they_ are safer, if you are with them. Jul 09 23:30:59 Everyone is safer if I am able to be mobile and go where I am needed. Jul 09 23:31:52 * Morgan sighs Jul 09 23:32:17 If you are in the carriage, Varick will not be scared and you can keep the others out of harms way Jul 09 23:33:15 Inga is perfectly capable of keeping Varick calm, and Grendlik has run ships through storms, he can maintain order Jul 09 23:33:29 But my father will not listen to him Jul 09 23:33:45 Your Father will listen to your Mother Jul 09 23:34:08 In most things, but if there is conflict or danger? No, he will insist on being involved Jul 09 23:34:33 Then what do you think I could do, aside from knock him out? Jul 09 23:35:37 Command him if need be Jul 09 23:36:07 I do not like this, and I do not approve of the decision. Jul 09 23:36:26 I know Jul 09 23:36:36 But that makes no difference. Jul 09 23:36:50 I need you safe Jul 09 23:37:29 You think _I_ do not need _you_ safe? You are not the only one who fears that loss! Jul 09 23:38:25 * Morgan sighs Jul 09 23:38:38 fine. Jul 09 23:39:38 I will submit, if you command me, but I need you to understand that I am trusting your judgement against my own heart Jul 09 23:41:43 In my nightmare, you died... you were _butchered_... Before I even knew of their involvement, the Nieblungen turned up, told me you are gone, all is lost... the blood, the letter you wrote as you bled to death is imprinted in my minds eye. I cannot bear to think you are in danger. Jul 09 23:42:15 * Molly sighs "I am sorry, I did not know" Jul 09 23:42:58 * Morgan nods Jul 09 23:43:14 I will stay in the carriage Jul 09 23:43:20 Thank you Jul 09 23:44:27 Do I have your forgiveness, liebes herz? *this is exactly what she said in Carleon, after an argument about the red dress, only an hour or two before he first kissed her* Jul 09 23:44:42 You do not need it Jul 09 23:45:01 I did not know it was so awful Jul 09 23:45:11 Because I had not told you Jul 09 23:45:17 Why not? Jul 09 23:45:56 Because its horrible... because it did not happen... Jul 09 23:46:14 But you felt it as if it did, and that matters Jul 09 23:46:36 * Morgan shrugs Jul 09 23:47:17 Perhaps we will not see anything dangerous Jul 09 23:47:55 Perhaps, but I will not rely on that hope Jul 09 23:48:06 * Molly nods, shivering Jul 09 23:48:14 It's gotten colder Jul 09 23:48:18 * Morgan nods Jul 09 23:48:22 aye Jul 09 23:49:28 * Molly relaxes again, leaning back to him more and pulling her shawl tighter Jul 09 23:51:04 I love you, liebes herz. I can and will protect myself for you Jul 09 23:51:17 * Morgan nods Jul 09 23:51:21 And I you, my love Jul 09 23:52:03 You had better, mein sehnsucht. We have a reunion to have on their wedding night, by a warm fire Jul 09 23:53:05 * Morgan nods Jul 09 23:53:07 indeed Jul 09 23:56:02 * Molly has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer)