**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Thu Jul 14 00:18:04 2022 Jul 14 00:18:04 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jul 14 14:17:53 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 14 14:18:39 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 14 14:21:06 **He starts to dream. He is in the port at San Lorenzo, having left the monestary when the others did, and with the intention of going up river to Starke, then up the great road to Sudlachenburg, to set his demons to rest. He was going to leave before Molly, Evie, and Lady Catherine got back on the Coral to go to Tawstock agai, but he kept finding Jul 14 14:21:06 himself delaying saying goodbye. Jul 14 14:21:06 *With the Eisen Colonel and Lieutenant enthused about their purchase of the infamous Purple Rose from Siegfried, Morgan doesn't foresee Molly having anything to do with them again unless she invites them for her wedding to Jaeger in three months, a wedding he has considered staying in Eisen to avoid, not enthused at all by losing his closest Jul 14 14:21:06 friend since Heinzharold to the matrimonial state. Jul 14 14:21:06 *But in the port, he has lost her, as have Siobahn, Catherine, and Evie. The Solemn Wind had already sailed before she went missing, which means she must be here somewhere. But the port is big, and filled with tiny places that she could have gone. So far, it has been an hour since anyone saw her. Jul 14 14:22:55 * Morgan sets about searching for her Jul 14 14:24:14 *The first thing he finds is an alley near the fishing boats that is full of cats in all different colours and patterns. Their little slant eyes all turn to look at him Jul 14 14:24:54 * Morgan shudders slightly Jul 14 14:26:18 *a little kitten comes forward, meowing with its tail held like a question mark. It is black and white, it's markings like an eye patch and a moustache, feet far too big for its body still Jul 14 14:26:50 * Morgan kneels down Jul 14 14:27:04 There's an awful lot of you down here little one Jul 14 14:27:48 *it purrs disjointedly, still young, and rubs against his legs. The other cats seem to lose interest Jul 14 14:29:13 * Morgan gives it a fussing Jul 14 14:29:37 *it tries to climb up onto his chest Jul 14 14:30:33 Come on now, I've lost my friend and need to find her... don't wanna be taking you from yours Jul 14 14:31:27 *it tries to get inside his coat Jul 14 14:32:14 Alright, I'll bring you back in a bit Jul 14 14:32:29 * Morgan holds onto the cat, standing up and resuming his search Jul 14 14:33:16 *the kitten travels placidly in his hand as they pass a ship berthed to head up river, flying a Posen flag Jul 14 14:34:40 * Morgan looks it over Jul 14 14:35:01 *it's a handsome ship, called the Love's Requiem* Jul 14 14:35:48 * Morgan carries on looking Jul 14 14:37:32 *eventually he can hear her sobbing when he reaches some steps that lead down to the water Jul 14 14:38:17 * Morgan moves toward her Jul 14 14:38:51 * MollyK is sat by the water, head on her arms on bent knees Jul 14 14:39:02 Molly... Jul 14 14:39:25 * MollyK brushes away the tears, clearing her throat Jul 14 14:39:28 Morgan. Jul 14 14:40:00 Whats going on? Jul 14 14:40:29 * MollyK looks distressed Jul 14 14:40:40 I can't go back! I just cannot bear it! Jul 14 14:40:49 I don't understand Jul 14 14:41:00 I cannot marry him! Jul 14 14:41:15 Why? Jul 14 14:41:45 Because I don't love him, and sometimes I am not even sure I really like him either! Jul 14 14:42:14 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 14 14:42:16 I see Jul 14 14:42:39 So I cannot get on that ship! I cannot go back to Tawstock Jul 14 14:43:01 * MollyK wrings the navy handkerchief between her fingers Jul 14 14:43:26 Because you fear his reaction? Jul 14 14:44:00 No, because I will be more ruined. I cannot bear it. Jul 14 14:44:15 * Morgan moves to sit beside her Jul 14 14:44:26 So what do you intend? Jul 14 14:44:34 I am running away. Jul 14 14:45:50 Where? Jul 14 14:45:54 *the kitten purrs quietly against Morgan's chest* Jul 14 14:46:37 I do not know. I have a necklace he gave me, and the red dress, I can sell them and make enough to secure passage somewhere. Then I will find work. Jul 14 14:46:50 Doing? Jul 14 14:47:01 * MollyK 's chin tilts up Jul 14 14:47:23 Whatever it takes. I _cannot_ go back and marry him. Jul 14 14:47:35 Whatever it takes? Jul 14 14:47:40 * MollyK nods Jul 14 14:48:25 Yes. Jul 14 14:49:33 I see Jul 14 14:50:36 Do you know how to say "pawn broker" in Castillean? Jul 14 14:50:56 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 14 14:51:33 Why don't you come with me... it will give you time to think away from him without forcing you onto a course you will regret Jul 14 14:51:54 But you are going home. Jul 14 14:52:06 And? Jul 14 14:52:16 What about Edward? Jul 14 14:53:10 I'll keep you safe Jul 14 14:53:17 * MollyK glances at him finally Jul 14 14:53:51 You must think me a dreadful coward, or worse, to be running away from something I was so insistent upon. Jul 14 14:54:33 No, not really... I don't know that it is necessarily wise but it is clearly something you feel you must do Jul 14 14:56:01 Can you imagine how it would crush my spirit after a while, how that constraint would chase against my soul until I am broken? Jul 14 14:56:16 Chafe * Jul 14 14:57:11 * Morgan nods Jul 14 14:57:23 I just want tp be sure you have considered the consequences of your actions Jul 14 14:57:57 That I am ruining my future and I will likely never set foot in the town of my birth again Jul 14 14:59:20 You're being melodramatic... but I don't imagine Jaeger will handle it well and be quite vocal about it. I would advise talking with Lady Torrington. Jul 14 15:00:41 No, I do not want to do that. I can just go, all I need is to sell the things he gave me and I can go wherever. I can sew, clean, care for livestock. Somewhere there will be a place for me. Jul 14 15:01:52 * MollyK looks at the kitten Jul 14 15:02:23 You may not want to but it is the right thing to do, even if its only so she knows why you have disappeared Jul 14 15:02:34 I will write a note then. Jul 14 15:03:31 * Morgan sighs Jul 14 15:03:34 I'll speak with her Jul 14 15:03:46 When are you leaving? Jul 14 15:03:55 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 14 15:03:59 I'm supposed to have already gone Jul 14 15:04:24 * MollyK gently strokes the kitten in his hand, smiling a little at the sensation. Then she looks up Jul 14 15:04:38 Why haven't you left yet? Jul 14 15:06:11 * Morgan shrugs Jul 14 15:07:12 * MollyK smiles more at the little cat Jul 14 15:07:27 Am I holding you and your furry friend up? Jul 14 15:09:12 No more than Im holding myself up. You don't need to pawn your things if you're coming with me Jul 14 15:11:54 I will not be in your way, make your reunion with your family more strained? Jul 14 15:12:29 * MollyK watches his reaction closely Jul 14 15:13:21 I've no idea how that is going to go Jul 14 15:13:43 * MollyK nods Jul 14 15:13:59 Do you _want_ me to come with you? Jul 14 15:14:20 * Morgan nods Jul 14 15:14:22 Yes, I do Jul 14 15:15:07 * MollyK nods, watching him Jul 14 15:15:20 Then I shall. Thank you, Morgan Jul 14 15:24:53 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 14 15:32:44 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Jul 14 15:33:49 [15:04:30] MollyK: Then I shall. Thank you, Morgan Jul 14 15:34:34 * Morgan nods Jul 14 15:34:45 I would... prefer that you do not sell the red dress Jul 14 15:35:45 * MollyK nods a little Jul 14 15:35:54 I am going to need to be presentable Jul 14 15:41:17 That too Jul 14 15:41:54 * MollyK nods Jul 14 15:42:12 It is very beautiful. I would be sad to see it go, but... Jul 14 15:42:19 But? Jul 14 15:44:04 But I have little else I could sell Jul 14 15:44:23 *the kitten climbs down from Morgan's lap Jul 14 15:44:40 * Morgan nods, watching the cat Jul 14 15:45:11 Why would you have me not sell it? Jul 14 15:46:01 * Morgan sighs Jul 14 15:46:04 It is complicated Jul 14 15:46:43 * MollyK nods, watch the kitten sniff the steps Jul 14 15:47:06 I am, supposedly, quite smart. I am sure I could understand Jul 14 15:47:58 That might be the problem Jul 14 15:49:26 Why so? Jul 14 15:50:23 Because he did not buy that dress Jul 14 15:51:38 * MollyK frowns Jul 14 15:51:43 But he said he did Jul 14 15:51:52 Well, he didn't Jul 14 15:52:41 Then who did? Jul 14 15:53:17 I did Jul 14 15:54:36 * MollyK looks perplexed Jul 14 15:54:43 He was to pay you back... Jul 14 15:55:08 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 14 15:56:08 I am wrong, I do not understand. Why did you buy it? *she searches his face* Jul 14 15:56:41 Because I wished for you to have something that was solely yours, that was... I wished for you to be happy. Jul 14 15:58:07 * MollyK nods slowly Jul 14 15:58:10 But why? Jul 14 15:58:44 * Morgan looks over at the water Jul 14 15:58:48 Because I care about you Jul 14 15:58:58 Oh... Jul 14 15:59:50 Your friends are important to you. Jul 14 16:01:42 * Morgan doesn't reply Jul 14 16:02:41 * MollyK watches his profile Jul 14 16:02:58 That is what you meant. Jul 14 16:05:22 No Jul 14 16:05:53 * MollyK sighs Jul 14 16:06:32 Oh dear... there is much I wish to say, but none is suited to the eve of setting off on a long trip together Jul 14 16:06:42 * Morgan nods Jul 14 16:08:18 * MollyK looks at her hands. There's some quiet, then a splash Jul 14 16:09:05 * Morgan looks towards the sound Jul 14 16:09:34 *The kitten has gone off the edge of the steps and into the river. It's at least fifteen feet deep at his estimation Jul 14 16:11:37 * Morgan leans down to grab the cat Jul 14 16:12:38 *it's too far Jul 14 16:13:22 * Morgan swears, shedding his coat and sword belt quickly Jul 14 16:13:50 Can you swim in boots?! Jul 14 16:14:25 * Morgan pulls them off before pitching himself into the water Jul 14 16:16:02 *the kitten scrambles onto his shoulders as soon as he gets close, and then onto his head, wrapping a paw around one eye. With the other, he can see Molly sat at the edge of the steps, biting her lip and trying not to smile Jul 14 16:17:03 * Morgan climbs out of the water, depositing the cat in her lap Jul 14 16:17:34 * MollyK smiles then, her eyes crinkling at the corners Jul 14 16:17:59 And so you rescue cats too, not just clumsy maids... Jul 14 16:18:43 * MollyK glances up at him, her gaze running down his body until she looks away, blushing Jul 14 16:18:44 Apparently so Jul 14 16:20:00 * MollyK rubs the cat dry with her petticoat, a flash of ankles and stockings Jul 14 16:20:38 * Morgan wrings out his hair before putting his boots back on Jul 14 16:20:50 We should get you somewhere warm and dry... Jul 14 16:21:24 probably Jul 14 16:21:34 * MollyK looks up Jul 14 16:21:52 Oh! I meant the cat... but... uhhh... yes. You too. Jul 14 16:24:01 * Morgan nods Jul 14 16:24:14 I need to go and speak to Lady Torrington Jul 14 16:24:55 * MollyK nods, standing up with the kitten, wrapping her shawl around it tenderly Jul 14 16:25:15 Yes, liebes herz Jul 14 16:25:26 You will not disappear again? Jul 14 16:25:43 * MollyK watches hims Jul 14 16:25:56 That matters greatly to you... Jul 14 16:26:25 * Morgan nods Jul 14 16:26:42 * MollyK nods Jul 14 16:26:50 I won't leave Jul 14 16:27:02 * MollyK watches him again Jul 14 16:27:32 * Morgan watches her for a moment before nodding and getting up Jul 14 16:28:11 Be careful Jul 14 16:29:38 * Morgan nods, pulling his coat and belt on before going to find Lady Torrington Jul 14 16:30:48 *A noise in their inn room wakes him, and he establishes that it is Varick turning over* Jul 14 16:31:44 * Morgan checks the time Jul 14 16:32:23 *he's been asleep an hour* Jul 14 16:32:39 * Morgan sighs, turning over to try to get back to sleep Jul 14 16:33:11 **He falls asleep, into a thread of dreams. When he wakes in the morning in the snowed in cottage with the red haired widow, there's already light outside. He hasn't slept so late in much longer than that. A glance around gives him a view into the bedroom, where she has her back to him. Jul 14 16:33:12 *She is bared to the waist where her linen petticoat begins, her hair pulled over one shoulder to brush it. The nape of her neck, the line that runs from it down between her shoulder blades, the smooth paleness of her skin, the curves of her flanks as they become obscured by the waistband… it's unexpected and hard to look away from.* Jul 14 16:35:06 * Morgan stretches, purposefully making a yawning noise Jul 14 16:36:30 * MollyK picks up her stays, slipping them over her head, covering most of her back Jul 14 16:36:36 Good mornin' Jul 14 16:38:30 morning Jul 14 16:38:36 * MollyK pulls the back laces til they are snug before tying them Jul 14 16:39:11 It's snowin' again. It thawed some overnight, but it's comin' down again now Jul 14 16:41:24 fantastic Jul 14 16:41:49 I'm sorry, y' must be quite keen to get goin' Jul 14 16:42:09 * MollyK pulls a dress on over her under garments Jul 14 16:42:24 Some, aye Jul 14 16:42:49 * MollyK nods, fastening her buttons as she comes back in Jul 14 16:43:25 Y' can probably make it back okay for a few hours, but if y' want some breakfast I can see to that? Jul 14 16:43:56 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 14 16:44:01 That'd be nice, if you're sure Jul 14 16:44:07 * MollyK nods, smiling Jul 14 16:44:18 Absolutely Jul 14 16:44:50 * MollyK twists and pins her hair before starting on the breakfast Jul 14 16:45:10 The horses should be grand, but feel free to check them Jul 14 16:45:25 I'll go take a look Jul 14 16:47:01 * MollyK nods, starting the bacon. It's cold outside once he has hit coat and boots on, making his morning call of nature a sharp wake up. The ground has thawed significantly, but the snow is falling steadily Jul 14 16:48:25 * Morgan watches the snow falling Jul 14 16:49:47 *it's very pretty, and quite calming. He can hear her singing a happy sort of tune whilst she cooks Jul 14 16:50:27 * Morgan goes to check the horses Jul 14 16:52:20 *both his and her horses are fine. He guesses he has about two hours in which to leave to get safely back to Foxcroft with ease Jul 14 16:53:06 * Morgan heads back inside Jul 14 16:55:23 *the kitchen is warm, the food smells incredible, and she is incredibly attentive at serving him. She has also folded up all the sheets and blankets Jul 14 16:55:36 * Morgan thanks her Jul 14 16:57:03 My pleasure. It is good to have someone to look after Jul 14 16:57:12 * Morgan nods Jul 14 16:57:25 If we're wanting to make Foxcroft today, we'd need to leave in the next couple of hours I think Jul 14 16:58:42 * MollyK nods Jul 14 16:58:57 You still wish me to come? Jul 14 16:59:43 If you're still wishing to join me Jul 14 17:00:04 * MollyK smiles Jul 14 17:00:26 I would like to, very much. Should I pack a bag? Jul 14 17:00:41 Might be best, given the weather Jul 14 17:01:26 * MollyK nods, and smiles warmly before she goes into the other room, calling back Jul 14 17:01:30 Just one night? Jul 14 17:02:17 Shall we say two? Jul 14 17:03:02 If you are happy to host me so long Jul 14 17:03:44 Of course Jul 14 17:05:07 *the kettle starts to whistle over the fire, and makes the room hot. Then he realises it is hot because in the Inn he is wrapped around Molly, who is very warm* Jul 14 17:06:32 * Morgan cuddles against her, opening his eyes Jul 14 17:07:14 *it's still very dark. She stirs a little, whispering* are you alright? Jul 14 17:08:21 * Morgan nods, trying to get an idea of the time Jul 14 17:09:16 *it's just after two* Jul 14 17:10:36 Fine blossom Jul 14 17:10:52 * Morgan tries to settle back to sleep Jul 14 17:11:52 * MollyK does likewise Jul 14 17:12:35 **He goes into the yellow tones of her dream. Molly is stood in the graveyard at Die Dauerhaftigkeit, by the spot that he knows is his, with Dietlinde and Jana's graves on his left, and nothing yet on his right. He finds himself stood watching her, but she doesn't look at him. She's crying, wiping her eyes with one of his hankies. It's a mild Jul 14 17:12:35 winter day, almost spring, it seems** Jul 14 17:14:07 * Morgan frowns, watching her Jul 14 17:14:42 **She looks so sad, looking at his head stone. He hears a familiar voice, Madchen "Pa!" Jul 14 17:16:02 * Morgan looks around Jul 14 17:16:14 **Seb carries Madchen. She is about the age Jana was. Seb looks well but concerned. Jul 14 17:17:29 * Morgan looks at Madchen Jul 14 17:17:41 * MollyK is now known as Madchen Jul 14 17:17:49 * Madchen looks happy to see him Jul 14 17:18:50 **Seb puts his arm around Molly's shoulder. He doesn't give her any platitudes, just touching her** Jul 14 17:18:50 M: We never thought they could come out in the daylight. Seems so naive now. *Seb nods* Jul 14 17:19:45 * Morgan wanders slowly closer Jul 14 17:19:50 **Madchen wriggles to get down, and sits on the grave. It's like she knows not to alarm Molly by talking to thin air nearby, so she makes it look like she is talking to his headstone** Pa… love Pa. Jul 14 17:20:26 Love you little lady. Mama's sad again huh Jul 14 17:20:43 * Madchen nods "Sad" Jul 14 17:20:49 M: It has been more than two years. I still feel it so painfully. I miss him, Seb. I miss him with every breath. Jul 14 17:21:40 I wonder what happened Jul 14 17:21:44 S: *he rubs her arm* It does ease, I promise. You'll still miss him, every day, but he would be so proud of you. He'd be proud of how you coped with losing him and having Madchen and Edelweiss. He would adore them, I have no doubt. Jul 14 17:21:55 * Madchen points to the headstone Jul 14 17:22:05 * Morgan reads it Jul 14 17:24:22 "Here lies Morgan Adalbrecht Koertig, beloved husband of Dietlinde, and of Molly, and Father of Jana, Varick, and latterly Edelweiss and Madchen. Son of Verity and Adalbrecht, brother of Edward. November 3rd 1643 - December 17th 1670, aged 27" Jul 14 17:26:22 * Morgan frowns Jul 14 17:26:37 What the... *he glances at Madchen* Jul 14 17:27:09 M: *she smiles, wiping her eyes* He'd met Madchen, in my dreams. They'd known each other. That gives me some comfort. I wish he could have known them both. Jul 14 17:27:09 *Seb nods again, rubbing her arm* Jul 14 17:27:35 * Madchen looks sad "Pa die... maybe" Jul 14 17:28:20 Molly and Seb continue to talk: We were at odds, that morning. We were tired and grumpy, and things were tense, as they sometimes could be. I still wanted to ride instead, but I felt like I should submit easily, be passive and gentle… be pleasing. Jul 14 17:28:20 *he nods again, as if he has heard it before* Jul 14 17:30:24 Maybe? If I die, how are you here, and Edelweiss... Jul 14 17:30:27 M: I should have followed my gut. Maybe he wouldn't have followed them then, wouldn't have gone into the ice circle. Jul 14 17:30:27 S: *he shakes his head* Maybe you couldn't have stopped him, like the Nieblungen said. Jul 14 17:31:07 Mama have babies. Pa knows how babies made. Jul 14 17:31:22 * Morgan nods Jul 14 17:31:28 But... nevermind Jul 14 17:32:04 Molly sighs: They were next to useless then, blind to the future. And so they did not stop him. Maybe they did not even want to. Jul 14 17:32:04 S: They knew about the twins, the convergence was seen to… for now, at least. Jul 14 17:32:39 Ma have babies. Pa gone. Jul 14 17:33:33 But your mama isn't pregnant Jul 14 17:33:47 M: *she nods, wiping her eyes again* That was all that mattered to them, not my broken heart, or his parents' pain at having to go on to Graben whilst I brought him home to bury beside her. Varick was convinced he would stay as a ghost, you know? *Seb nods and she continues* but he didn't, and I could never have asked him to. I could never have Jul 14 17:33:47 asked him to wait longer to be with her again. Jul 14 17:34:10 * Madchen shrugs Jul 14 17:34:18 Mae not know everything Jul 14 17:34:34 * Morgan nods Jul 14 17:34:39 This might happen? Jul 14 17:35:05 Maybe Jul 14 17:35:11 *Seb sighs, kissing her crown. They watch the little girl, and there's a pause in the conversation before…* Jul 14 17:35:12 S: Molly, have you thought about what I asked? Jul 14 17:36:16 M: *she nods, not looking away from the grave* I am still thinking about it. I do care about you, Seb, a great deal… and there's the Nieblungen, and what is left of the convergence Jul 14 17:37:24 * Morgan scowls Jul 14 17:37:37 Put bits of blood together Jul 14 17:37:47 Seb watches her profile: I am thinking of returning to Insel for a while. I want you to be _sure_ it is what you want, not because you feel you need to carry on with their plan, but because you choose. I think you will need some time to decide. Jul 14 17:38:18 * Morgan nods Jul 14 17:38:27 For the future Jul 14 17:38:31 M: *she blinks rapidly, looking up at him* You're going to leave?! Jul 14 17:38:37 * Madchen nods Jul 14 17:38:44 More babies more power Jul 14 17:38:49 Do you know what's going to happen? Jul 14 17:38:56 When? Jul 14 17:39:20 After the convergence... What the children are needed for? Jul 14 17:39:32 Big trouble. Jul 14 17:39:36 S: I am going to give you space. I love you, Molly. I want you, Varick, Edelweiss and Madchen in my life. But if that can only be as family, I will never mention my proposal or feelings again. Jul 14 17:39:54 I thought that... but... _what_? Jul 14 17:40:57 * Madchen frowns, sighing "Big bad. Monsters." Jul 14 17:41:43 **Molly looks conflicted** I am not sure. I have Gottkirchen to run, and you have Insel. The distance would be a problem. And I don't know I can be the wife you deserve. I am not ever going to stop yearning for him, his soul and mine are so intertwined. Jul 14 17:42:20 * Morgan nods slowly Jul 14 17:42:47 Are the Nieblungen just using me to get the children born? Jul 14 17:42:54 Seb looks solemn: I would never ask that of you. He was a good man. I liked him immediately. He was a very good husband Jul 14 17:43:11 * Madchen shakes her head Jul 14 17:43:32 * Morgan glances at Seb momentarily, looking surprised briefly before looking back at Madchen Jul 14 17:43:39 No? Jul 14 17:43:57 Want you fight Big Bad Jul 14 17:44:03 Molly smiles: - despite the fact you thought we weren't a love match! Jul 14 17:44:03 S: *he chuckles* I was a bit of an idiot. **she smiles** I don't mind that, I'm used to Heinzharold! **he laughs** Jul 14 17:44:07 With all the children Jul 14 17:44:13 Yes Jul 14 17:44:41 S: Morgan would want you to be happy, Molly, you and the children. Happy and taken care of. I think you and I could be good together. I hope Morgan would think I was a good enough man for you. Jul 14 17:45:51 * Madchen watches Morgan Jul 14 17:46:23 * Morgan smiles at her Jul 14 17:46:34 Best make sure I'm still around then hadn't I Jul 14 17:46:41 * Madchen nods Jul 14 17:46:45 M: *she shrugs* I think he would, I think he would tell me to remarry, but Seb, do _you_ know what it can be like to be the second spouse? It can be a hard path to walk. Jul 14 17:47:48 Pa no Schneeskald. Jul 14 17:48:10 It was the Schneeskald? Jul 14 17:48:16 *he can see Molly flinch at hearing the word come from their daughters mouth* Jul 14 17:49:04 Schneeskald. Ice circle. Fae. Jul 14 17:49:21 M: Madchen, we don't say that. Jul 14 17:49:39 Here?! Jul 14 17:50:22 * Madchen makes a gesture like one of her hands resting on the other, like layers Jul 14 17:51:09 I thought they were only in Avalon Jul 14 17:51:45 S: Don't worry about me. I know what I want. I know what I can handle. I am all in with this, Molly. You and the children, finishing that convergence with you, dealing with whatever is in the future. Jul 14 17:51:54 Everywhere. Jul 14 17:52:42 * Morgan nods Jul 14 17:53:12 The schneeskald worked with the... Fae? Jul 14 17:53:38 Pets. Winter Prince. Ice realm. Jul 14 17:54:31 M: *She sighs* Sorry, Seb, can this wait? I need to get Madchen indoors Jul 14 17:55:19 *he nods* of course it can Jul 14 17:56:28 *Molly comes to pick her up, laying her hand on the headstone and murmuring* What do I do, my love? I am so lost without you. Jul 14 17:57:30 * Morgan looks at her sadly Jul 14 17:58:43 *Molly tries to pull herself together, picking the girl up. Madchen screams "Pa! Want Pa!" Jul 14 17:59:17 *Molly murmurs again* Me too, Mae, so much. Jul 14 17:59:39 Its alright Madchen, I'll come find you again Jul 14 18:00:03 Find! Love Pa! Jul 14 18:00:11 I love you little lady Jul 14 18:01:23 *Molly carries her towards Seb, who gives Molly a sympathetic look before offering his arm, which she takes. Madchen watches Morgan over her shoulder. There's a knock at the door in reality* Jul 14 18:01:54 * Morgan opens his eyes, moving to open the door Jul 14 18:10:34 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 14 18:12:21 * Madchen has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jul 14 20:08:52 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 14 20:09:14 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 14 20:09:36 * MollyK is now known as HH Jul 14 20:10:15 *HH is stood outside, fully dressed. He speaks quietly* Yer Da asked me to come up, he wants to get underway, and he's already been ordering the staff around. Oh and it's fuckin' snowed. Jul 14 20:10:43 * Morgan scowls Jul 14 20:11:02 Right. Do me a favour, grab some tea, some coffee and three bottles of whiskey Jul 14 20:12:15 * HH nods "meet downstairs?" Jul 14 20:12:35 * Morgan nods Jul 14 20:12:45 And tell my father I need to talk to him Jul 14 20:12:52 Claudia too? Jul 14 20:13:22 * Morgan nods Jul 14 20:14:00 * HH goes, accepting the instruction for large amount of alcohol as if it's perfectly reasonable at six in the morning Jul 14 20:14:20 * Morgan goes to wake Molly Jul 14 20:14:40 * HH stirs, stretching Jul 14 20:14:44 * HH is now known as Molly Jul 14 20:14:57 Good morning, my love Jul 14 20:15:15 Morning blossom... my father wants to get underway as soon as possible Jul 14 20:15:23 * Molly nods Jul 14 20:15:32 Alright, I will see to Varick Jul 14 20:15:45 * Morgan nods, pulling his clothes on Jul 14 20:15:58 * Molly seems tired but surprisingly calm Jul 14 20:16:10 Can I leave you to get our things together? I want to speak to my father and check the horses over... Jul 14 20:16:24 * Molly sighs Jul 14 20:16:35 Is he being quarrelsome already? Jul 14 20:17:03 He's been bossing people around already, and I wish to... well, get him to wind his neck in Jul 14 20:17:19 * Molly gets up Jul 14 20:17:41 Alright. I will ensure everything is ready as soon as I can. Jul 14 20:17:54 * Morgan nods, looking at the dreamcatcher Jul 14 20:18:01 Can you make sure we take that Jul 14 20:18:07 Did it help? Jul 14 20:18:21 I don't recall having any nightmares Jul 14 20:18:45 * Molly goes to get it down, leaving her bare back displayed in a similar way to in his dream Jul 14 20:19:03 I am glad Jul 14 20:19:14 How did you sleep? You seem tired Jul 14 20:19:45 Poorly. Too much whiskey before bed, I think. I will sleep in the carriage. Jul 14 20:20:09 If that is what you wish my love Jul 14 20:20:21 * Molly nods Jul 14 20:20:46 You wish me to be in the carriage, and I respect your reasons and trust your judgement. Jul 14 20:21:16 * Morgan moves to her Jul 14 20:21:41 * Molly watches him do so Jul 14 20:21:50 I wondered if perhaps riding with me might help... or to see if me father would ride in the carriage instead Jul 14 20:22:33 If it would help you feel better about that nightmare? Jul 14 20:22:44 What nightmare? Jul 14 20:22:52 With the debt collectors Jul 14 20:23:43 * Morgan shrugs Jul 14 20:23:44 maybe Jul 14 20:24:44 If you want me to come with you, I shall Jul 14 20:25:28 * Morgan nods Jul 14 20:25:30 Did you dream? Jul 14 20:26:36 * Molly shakes her head Jul 14 20:26:42 Not that I can recall Jul 14 20:26:52 * Morgan nods Jul 14 20:26:56 Just unsettled, then? Jul 14 20:27:09 * Molly nods Jul 14 20:27:21 I am fine, do not worry. Jul 14 20:27:27 * Morgan nods Jul 14 20:27:33 * Morgan kisses her cheek Jul 14 20:27:39 Alright, I'll go and speak to my father Jul 14 20:27:46 * Molly nods Jul 14 20:27:57 Alright, liebes herz Jul 14 20:28:11 /me nods, heading out of the room Jul 14 20:28:18 * Morgan nods, heading out of the room Jul 14 20:28:30 * Molly is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 14 20:29:01 * Adalbrecht is found out at the stables Jul 14 20:29:53 * Morgan wanders over, checking his horse over Jul 14 20:31:59 *everything seems in order* Jul 14 20:32:09 You're ready. Good. Jul 14 20:32:10 Morning father Jul 14 20:32:34 Good morning Jul 14 20:32:50 Could I persuade you to ride in the carriage this morning? Jul 14 20:33:16 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 14 20:33:33 I slept badly Jul 14 20:33:41 Oh? Jul 14 20:34:27 I had a nightmare. Your mother and I were at the wedding, but everyone was upset Jul 14 20:34:36 Why? Jul 14 20:34:45 I don't know Jul 14 20:34:54 * Morgan nods Jul 14 20:34:57 Who else was there? Jul 14 20:35:14 Are the others ready? We can chit chat later Jul 14 20:35:32 Molly is getting Varick ready... please, father, answer the question Jul 14 20:35:32 * Adalbrecht checks over the carriage Jul 14 20:36:19 Myself, your mother, Edward, Mina, Hapsburg, His Grace, Jarvie, Heinzharold and Inga Jul 14 20:36:31 * Morgan nods Jul 14 20:36:34 Not me or Molly Jul 14 20:36:44 * Adalbrecht shakes his head Jul 14 20:36:53 Nor varick or Claudia Jul 14 20:37:00 * Morgan nods slowly Jul 14 20:37:09 I'm going to get some coffee to take, would you like some? Jul 14 20:37:17 Yes please Jul 14 20:37:33 * Morgan nods, heading back inside Jul 14 20:37:43 * Adalbrecht is now known as HH Jul 14 20:38:00 * HH is sat with Claudia in the taproom Jul 14 20:38:24 * Morgan asks for coffee for his father before going to sit with HeinzHarold and Claudia Jul 14 20:38:32 * HH slides him some paper Jul 14 20:38:38 Got this for ya Jul 14 20:38:38 * Morgan looks at it Jul 14 20:39:30 *its the lyrics to the song from last night* dreamt of Molly singing it, she was so good I asked th' singer for the words for ya Jul 14 20:39:47 * Morgan nods, tucking it in his pocket Jul 14 20:39:49 Thank you Jul 14 20:40:17 C: *she looks at the both* have the pair of you got no ears? Jul 14 20:40:32 * Morgan looks at her Jul 14 20:40:50 Ever heard someone say something but it turns out you were wrong? Jul 14 20:41:07 C: yeah Jul 14 20:41:39 Imagine singing that wrong the entire time Jul 14 20:42:07 C: you know what? Doesn't matter. What are we here with so much whiskey for? Jul 14 20:42:36 You think its too close to home... Jul 14 20:43:11 C: *she shrugs* Jul 14 20:43:31 * HH looks at Morgan questioningly? Jul 14 20:43:51 Don't hold out on me please Jul 14 20:45:03 C: it's possible. Was a lot of whiskey put away after that, then telling you to stay with us Jul 14 20:45:39 * Morgan nods Jul 14 20:45:44 Duly noted Jul 14 20:45:48 Just let it go, man. No one needs a ton of tension between the two of you today Jul 14 20:47:15 No, I... I didn't want to give it to her and it upset her... not today. Jul 14 20:47:29 * HH nods Jul 14 20:47:39 Gonna be another long one Jul 14 20:48:34 * Morgan nods Jul 14 20:48:36 probably Jul 14 20:48:57 *Claudia deals with hot drinks* Jul 14 20:49:15 Inga dreamt of this midwife Molly wants to see Jul 14 20:49:29 Oh? Jul 14 20:51:07 Dreamt Molly was having a couple of babies in the Veisgraf Wing, having a tough time of it but the midwife was good. Apparently Molly kept saying "just keep swimming" over and over *this is similar to what Morgan was telling her during the pains from the cast* Jul 14 20:51:32 * Morgan nods slowly Jul 14 20:51:54 I see Jul 14 20:52:26 Apparently I was outside in the gardens, so I was probably keeping an eye on you! Jul 14 20:52:40 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 14 20:52:43 That would make sense Jul 14 20:53:10 C: Look, can we keep this til later? Jul 14 20:53:21 * Morgan looks at her Jul 14 20:53:24 Nightmare? Jul 14 20:53:43 C: yeah, doesn't matter. Jul 14 20:54:03 I have some good news Jul 14 20:54:28 Yer finally ready to admit they were my apples? Jul 14 20:54:46 better Jul 14 20:54:56 Go on Jul 14 20:55:10 My father is riding in the carriage this morning... we have some peace Jul 14 20:55:29 * HH and Claudia do both look very happy about this Jul 14 20:56:03 In fact... with that in mind, if Lord Lehenstrue would go and get some wineskins filled with coffee, I'll arrange to keep them hot this morning, since we have some privacy Jul 14 20:56:14 So we're gonna get drunk too? *he gestures to the bottles* Jul 14 20:56:22 * HH stands up Jul 14 20:56:34 I'll explain that in a bit Jul 14 20:56:48 * HH nods, going off whistling Jul 14 20:57:10 * Morgan brings his entire attention to Claudia Jul 14 20:57:16 Usual, or something new? Jul 14 20:57:21 Both Jul 14 20:57:26 * HH is now known as Claudia Jul 14 20:57:50 Involving... Varick? Jul 14 20:58:53 Erlangen, but I wasn't in the tent when they came for me because I hadn't been hurt. You'd been on the Nautilus instead of the Enchiridon, saved my life but got killed. I had to tell your best friends Heinzharold and Rosie. Jul 14 20:59:38 Unusual. That the only one? Jul 14 20:59:46 * Claudia nods Jul 14 20:59:56 * Morgan nods Jul 14 21:00:52 Reckon I can get HeinzHarold to charm some lamp oil out of the owner? Jul 14 21:01:05 C: easily Jul 14 21:01:33 * Claudia looks at the bottles again Jul 14 21:01:42 What are we fucking up? Jul 14 21:02:04 Not sure yet Jul 14 21:02:14 * Claudia nods Jul 14 21:02:39 *HH is soon back with the coffee in the skins* Jul 14 21:03:09 Another errand for you... I need some lamp oil Jul 14 21:03:24 HH: am I your skivvy now? Jul 14 21:04:31 But you are the most charming of our company... Jul 14 21:04:56 * Claudia glances at Morgan "now?! Was he ever not your skivvy?" Jul 14 21:05:14 Ssshhhh, he still thinks they're his apples... Jul 14 21:05:32 HH: *he lets his hair fall into his face* charming, like this? Jul 14 21:05:54 If that's what works for the innkeeper, by all means Jul 14 21:06:07 *HH goes off again* Jul 14 21:06:42 Why are we having a council of war? Jul 14 21:07:08 Is that what this is? Jul 14 21:07:39 You tell me. When do we ever sit around a table like this well before dawn? Jul 14 21:08:10 All hiding from my father and his mood Jul 14 21:08:25 * Claudia shrugs Jul 14 21:08:32 Okay. Jul 14 21:09:31 *Verity comes downstairs before HH is back, immediately coming to hug Morgan tightly* Jul 14 21:09:42 Mother, are you alright? Jul 14 21:11:02 V: Yes dear boy. I had that nightmare about losing you in the maze, but the entrance was gone and you told me the schattenmann was in there trying to find you. Jul 14 21:11:38 * Morgan nods, hugging her back Jul 14 21:12:23 V: Did the nightmare trap help you? Jul 14 21:12:43 I'll let you have it back this evening Jul 14 21:13:08 *she shakes her head* no, dear boy, it is yours now Jul 14 21:13:22 It sounds like you need it more than me mother Jul 14 21:13:59 V: Edward told me you have been struggling, and we made a plan that as soon as you had it I would not accept it back Jul 14 21:14:26 I will have words with him when I see him Jul 14 21:14:51 V: *she smiles* I sure he will be quite busy as a new husband Jul 14 21:15:11 He has to spend an entire evening with me out in the wild first... Jul 14 21:15:37 V: now you will take care of your Father out there, won't you? Jul 14 21:17:05 I'm sorry to tell you, mother, he is riding in the carriage this morning Jul 14 21:17:38 *there's more noise coming downstairs, Jarvie and Grendlik this time* Jul 14 21:18:10 V: *she smiles* I would welcome someone to hold my wool, I am knitting for the baby Jul 14 21:18:32 * Morgan nods Jul 14 21:18:43 I am sure he will put himself at your disposal Jul 14 21:21:54 *she nods* Will the staff have warmed bricks for us, it will be cold Jul 14 21:22:07 I'll find out mother Jul 14 21:22:28 $that all you wanted us for?$ Jul 14 21:23:25 $No, but it'll have to wait$ Jul 14 21:24:58 *Things get busy, and they manage a rushed breakfast before being underway at seven, only him, HH, Claudia, and Molly on horseback. It's starting to lighten, dawn half an hour away. There's about four inches of settled snow Jul 14 21:27:15 * Morgan looks at HeinzHarold Jul 14 21:27:17 You hear that? Jul 14 21:27:45 * Claudia is now known as HH Jul 14 21:27:49 What? Jul 14 21:28:13 The quiet... the lack of griping about being late to start... Jul 14 21:28:21 * HH nods Jul 14 21:28:25 Sounds good Jul 14 21:28:56 * Morgan nods Jul 14 21:29:21 C: want us at the rear, or need to talk first? Jul 14 21:30:09 At the rear Jul 14 21:30:59 * HH salutes Morgan, letting the coach pass before starting to sing the bottles of beer song Jul 14 21:31:12 * Morgan moves beside Molly Jul 14 21:31:18 Do we need to talk blossom? Jul 14 21:31:20 * HH is now known as Molly Jul 14 21:31:34 * Molly is wrapped up warm Jul 14 21:32:14 No. I think we will be in Seeufer around ten. Will you wish to come with Jarvie, Inga and I to see Marta? Jul 14 21:32:34 * Morgan looks at her Jul 14 21:32:56 You are keeping something from me I think... but you do not wish to talk about it... yes? Jul 14 21:33:36 * Molly frowns Jul 14 21:33:39 Such as? Jul 14 21:34:09 * Morgan shrugs Jul 14 21:34:21 Or rather, something has upset or bothers you Jul 14 21:35:21 It's been a trying journey so far. Once we arrive in Graben it will be easier, there will not be so much pressure to travel fast Jul 14 21:35:28 * Morgan nods Jul 14 21:35:57 Alright blossom. I would imagine the three of you would prefer privacy to talk to Marta Jul 14 21:36:54 I do not mind, but I wondered if you preferred to have time to do your shopping for Prophets Mass, and I am sure your mother would enjoy that for an hour or two Jul 14 21:37:08 * Morgan shrugs Jul 14 21:37:13 I hadn't given it much thought really Jul 14 21:37:20 * Molly nods Jul 14 21:37:44 I suspect your Father intends to push right on to Kreutzung Jul 14 21:37:56 * Morgan nods Jul 14 21:37:58 probably Jul 14 21:38:07 He's as stubborn as a mule sometimes Jul 14 21:38:15 * Molly nods, smiling Jul 14 21:38:40 Fortunately you got your own stubbornness just from your mother Jul 14 21:39:07 * Morgan nods Jul 14 21:39:10 maybe Jul 14 21:39:29 * Molly looks at the snow Jul 14 21:39:47 I wasn't expecting it to snow Jul 14 21:40:25 No... I suppose I should get used to it Jul 14 21:40:35 * Molly smiles again Jul 14 21:40:44 Did you need to get off and lie in it? Jul 14 21:41:14 No, I'll pass thanks Jul 14 21:41:29 * Molly nods, riding on Jul 14 21:41:49 Varick was worried about Captain Ulysses this morning Jul 14 21:41:54 Oh? Jul 14 21:42:06 Dreamt he fell into the water and couldn't swim? Jul 14 21:42:18 Yes! He dreamt he fell overboard and you went swimming to rescue him Jul 14 21:42:26 * Molly looks confused Jul 14 21:42:34 Did he tell you already? Jul 14 21:42:42 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 14 21:42:52 No, just a hunch Jul 14 21:43:14 * Molly nods Jul 14 21:44:01 What about you? You said there was no nightmares... were we being intimate on His Grace's card table? Jul 14 21:44:42 No, nothing of the sort Jul 14 21:44:50 * Molly smiles Jul 14 21:44:54 A pity Jul 14 21:45:10 * Morgan nods Jul 14 21:45:11 quite Jul 14 21:45:50 Will you show me where the Schneeskald were? Jul 14 21:46:39 From the road, yes Jul 14 21:46:43 *At a guess, they are four miles, so about an hour, away* Jul 14 21:48:49 * Molly nods Jul 14 21:49:02 Alright, liebling Jul 14 21:49:43 *they progress as it turns from dark to daylight. She mostly looks around* Jul 14 21:50:05 I prefer it when we can go galloping off wildly and race, don't you? Jul 14 21:51:30 * Morgan nods Jul 14 21:51:52 Aye... no tension, no having to be alert... just... exhileration Jul 14 21:52:03 * Molly smiles Jul 14 21:52:12 And sometimes nudity Jul 14 21:52:16 * Morgan nods Jul 14 21:52:45 That's the best bit? Jul 14 21:53:48 usually Jul 14 21:55:01 * Molly smiles Jul 14 21:55:06 How are you today? Jul 14 21:55:42 Alright I suppose, despite certain people wanting to get up so early Jul 14 21:56:16 * Molly nods Jul 14 21:56:38 It is an early start if _you_ find it too early, my love Jul 14 21:58:47 * Morgan nods Jul 14 21:58:49 quite Jul 14 21:59:34 * Molly nods Jul 14 21:59:55 Would you like me to sing, or do you need to listen? Jul 14 22:00:40 Best keep an ear out really... I need to pass a few things on to HeinzHarold and Claudia, so I'll swap with one of them for a few minutes then be back Jul 14 22:01:32 * Molly nods Jul 14 22:01:36 Yes, my love Jul 14 22:02:11 * Morgan nods, dropping back Jul 14 22:02:20 Claudia, would you ride with Molly for a minute? Jul 14 22:03:34 *Claudia goes to do so* Jul 14 22:03:39 * Molly is now known as HH Jul 14 22:04:03 Just about to break the 990,000 barrier, man Jul 14 22:04:11 * Morgan nods Jul 14 22:04:22 An auspicious occasion Jul 14 22:05:07 * HH nods Jul 14 22:05:13 Come to celebrate? Jul 14 22:10:59 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 14 22:11:06 I love you man... always have Jul 14 22:12:02 * HH looks at him suspiciously Jul 14 22:12:10 What's goin' on? Jul 14 22:12:57 I need you to keep quiet... if I don't get it right, I think... I die today. Jul 14 22:13:12 * HH frowns Jul 14 22:13:31 The hell are you talking about? Jul 14 22:13:47 * HH is quiet but clearly alarmed Jul 14 22:14:41 Its hard to explain. If I start to follow any floaty lights, or flying creatures, I need to be stopped. Jul 14 22:15:04 Those bloody Schneeskald things? Jul 14 22:16:56 Maybe. The reason Inga didn't know where I was in her dream... I was already dead. Mother dreamed I was lost, father dreamed about being at Edwards wedding where everyone was sad... I wasn't there, nor was Molly, nor Varick or Claudia. Varick dreamed I went overboard chasing Captain Ulysses, Claudia that I died saving her on a ship. Molly doesn't remember it, but she dreamed about visiting my grave in a couple of years... Jul 14 22:17:31 * HH nods slowly Jul 14 22:17:47 It's like the dream about the trap ship... Jul 14 22:18:28 But more... I didn't get it... _everyone else_ did. I think, even if we get it right, there's a very good chance I've seen my last sunrise. Jul 14 22:18:50 * HH looks genuinely upset Jul 14 22:18:59 Not letting that happen, man. We need you. Jul 14 22:20:11 If I can't stop myself following them... I need to be taken down. But I need all of you safe because, if it does go badly, Molly is going to need all of you Jul 14 22:20:57 Not happening. I will save you, no matter what. Jul 14 22:21:36 My wife will need you. My son will... your wife will. You promise me, right now, you will keep yourself safe at all cost. Jul 14 22:21:49 * HH shakes his head Jul 14 22:22:00 I don't lie to you, I'm not fucking starting today. Jul 14 22:22:47 * Morgan looks at him sympathetically Jul 14 22:24:18 If something happens, the people in that carriage, Molly... they _must_ be protected. No fucking matter what. Jul 14 22:25:01 You _must_ be protected too. I didn't dream this shit either. Maybe it's my number that's up, not yours. Jul 14 22:25:24 No, you're at the wedding... Jul 14 22:26:07 Well then, it's obviously horseshit. Go to a wedding in breeches without you to make fun of me? Never gonna happen Jul 14 22:26:20 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 14 22:26:47 My uniforms in the trunk... You keep them safe, unnerstand? Jul 14 22:28:01 Fuck you. Let's find and burn these little fuckers, take the trouble to them. I'm not promising you, because you don't fucking die today, okay? Need a rich Godfather for my babes. Jul 14 22:28:52 For fuck sake man, just do as you're told. I've no fucking intention of dying today. You keep them safe, Claudia stops me going where I shouldn't. Jul 14 22:29:12 * HH grinds his teeth Jul 14 22:29:27 You're a complete dickhead, you know that? Jul 14 22:30:06 You've mentioned it before. Jul 14 22:30:20 See, stood the test of time, didn't it. Jul 14 22:31:01 * Morgan rubs his face Jul 14 22:32:11 When we get somewhere safe, I'll explain it all to you, now that I know where these things are from. But I _need_ you to do as I've asked Jul 14 22:32:28 Look after everyone, got it. But you better not die, I don't have the stamina to take care of your wife too. Jul 14 22:32:42 * Morgan frowns Jul 14 22:32:46 I'll explain that to Jul 14 22:32:49 too* Jul 14 22:33:18 I know how that works, but thanks anyway, Pops. *he smirks* Jul 14 22:33:30 * Morgan sighs Jul 14 22:33:44 You can't tell Molly what I've told you. Jul 14 22:34:03 * HH pulls up short on his reins, bringing the horse to a stop Jul 14 22:34:16 Are you fucking mental, man? Jul 14 22:35:32 I've seen her live it... if you tell her, she remembers and might have to live it twice. Things have already changed from what happens in her dream. I just don't know if its enough Jul 14 22:36:34 If you're right, and you die, you're gonna rob her of the goodbye they fucking robbed you of with Dietlinde? You better be fucking kidding me. Jul 14 22:36:42 * HH looks really livid Jul 14 22:37:19 * Morgan looks really hurt Jul 14 22:38:23 You can't leave her in the dark about this. You know she ain't gonna see that as a mercy. Jul 14 22:38:44 * HH starts riding on again, shaking his head a little Jul 14 22:40:05 You've made your point Jul 14 22:40:14 * HH nods a moment Jul 14 22:40:19 I'm sorry I had to Jul 14 22:41:18 * Morgan nods Jul 14 22:41:34 *Claudia rides back down the line to them* Jul 14 22:42:21 The fuck are you doin' back here? Jul 14 22:42:26 arguing Jul 14 22:42:39 C: why? Jul 14 22:43:13 * HH keeps his mouth shut, unusually. This only makes Claudia look more curious Jul 14 22:43:26 What the hell are you doing back here? Jul 14 22:43:57 C: It's daylight. You were worried about travelling at night, it's not night now Jul 14 22:44:31 Good point. Gotta be safe for now Jul 14 22:45:28 C: what's going on with you and Molly? She seems uptight, you brought up that stupid song? Jul 14 22:46:44 * Morgan swears Jul 14 22:46:50 No, I haven't Jul 14 22:46:55 Thought it was a pretty good song, myself. You know they get like this now and then. Jul 14 22:47:06 * Morgan looks at him Jul 14 22:47:09 C: women? Jul 14 22:47:35 Its a song about someone who wishes she could be someone else so that the man she loves would look at her like he does that other woman... like, perhaps, a second wife might... Jul 14 22:47:54 * HH nods slowly Jul 14 22:48:17 Oh yeah. The long blonde hair. Made me think of Inga, not Dietlinde Jul 14 22:48:31 Go and keep her company while I talk to Claudia... and not a fucking word... I'll deal with it Jul 14 22:48:54 * HH just looks at him a moment before clicking his horse to go on Jul 14 22:48:59 * HH is now known as Claudia Jul 14 22:49:17 Fucking hell, now he has his arse in his hand too. Jul 14 22:49:44 * Claudia rides beside him Jul 14 22:50:30 What's the issue? Jul 14 22:51:06 * Morgan sighs before squaring his shoulders Jul 14 22:51:39 Everyone dreamed last night of losing me. Unless I'm lucky, I'm going to die today. Jul 14 22:52:06 * Claudia considers this for about half a minute before just saying Jul 14 22:52:10 How? Jul 14 22:53:12 I'm not sure... possibly the schneeskald. They can appear in daytime I think Jul 14 22:53:27 Huh. Right. Jul 14 22:53:53 He's pissed because I've told him he needs to protect Molly and the others Jul 14 22:54:08 Probably shitting his pants. Jul 14 22:55:20 * Morgan looks at her Jul 14 22:55:44 If I step into an ice circle, I'm a dead man. If I can't stop myself, I need you to take me down without endangering yourself Jul 14 22:56:26 * Claudia nods calmly Jul 14 22:56:31 Understood Jul 14 22:56:58 And I mean that last part. Jul 14 22:57:03 I know Jul 14 22:58:25 * Morgan nods Jul 14 22:59:05 Seems simple enough. Just like with the Requiem. You know what the danger is, just gotta brain the chain of events. Jul 14 22:59:13 Break* Jul 14 23:00:04 I've already changed a couple of things, but I don't know if it'll be enough Jul 14 23:00:12 What things? Jul 14 23:01:00 Molly rode in the carriage. As for her mood...I don't know how to change that Jul 14 23:01:47 She was like this in the nightmare? Jul 14 23:01:55 Tough to say Jul 14 23:02:14 So what's your plan? Jul 14 23:03:03 HeinzHarold says I have to tell her... so her chance to say goodbye isn't taken from her like mine was with Dietlinde. I'm intending to not follow the lights, if that's what we see Jul 14 23:03:20 * Claudia scoffs Jul 14 23:03:26 Tactful. Jul 14 23:05:36 What the fuck is an ice circle? Jul 14 23:05:46 A circle made of ice Jul 14 23:06:01 Oh thanks for that, genius (!) Jul 14 23:07:04 You asked... Jul 14 23:07:15 What does it do? Jul 14 23:07:56 I think its a portal for the winter prince Jul 14 23:08:04 Ah fuck. Jul 14 23:08:23 * Morgan nods Jul 14 23:08:24 exactly Jul 14 23:08:55 What if we blindfold you? Jul 14 23:09:20 And make me unable to protect them from other threats? Jul 14 23:10:03 I'm here, Heinzharold is here. Hell, Molly could probably kill more people than he and I put together Jul 14 23:10:34 And if something horrific just appears and swipes me from the saddle? I'd have no chance Jul 14 23:10:55 Just an idea. Jul 14 23:11:31 * Morgan nods Jul 14 23:12:06 You got everything in order? Jul 14 23:12:52 In case we fail? Aye. Jul 14 23:13:11 What do you want done? Jul 14 23:14:22 Take me home. Molly will, in time, become attached to Seb Jul 14 23:14:35 Seems unlikely Jul 14 23:14:58 It'll happen Jul 14 23:15:15 Sure you're not just paranoid and jealous? Jul 14 23:15:24 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 14 23:15:29 I'm not. Jul 14 23:15:53 You want us to intervene. Jul 14 23:16:02 No, I don't. Jul 14 23:16:16 Surprising Jul 14 23:16:44 I'm a surprising sort. Lets just say I'm aware of what the future will need to be Jul 14 23:17:02 You're happy she'll move on Jul 14 23:17:34 Happy, no... but it is necessary Jul 14 23:18:00 If you die, I am telling her you were happy if it would make her happy. Jul 14 23:18:32 * Morgan nods Jul 14 23:18:36 Whatever it takes Jul 14 23:19:28 Yep. Why don't you just stop? Jul 14 23:19:40 Stop what? Jul 14 23:20:09 You say it's today. So wait til midnight, then ride through the night to catch up Jul 14 23:20:28 And leave them unprotected? No, I can't. Jul 14 23:20:47 They wouldn't be. There's me and Heinzharold and Molly. Jul 14 23:21:23 I... I don't know that'd work... and then I'd be alone at night where the things are _definitely_ active Jul 14 23:22:22 Alright, so you go in the coach. You aren't blindfolded, but you can't see them and can't easily get out to find this circle horseshit Jul 14 23:22:37 Could you do that? Jul 14 23:22:50 I don't have as much to live for. Jul 14 23:23:35 * Morgan frowns Jul 14 23:23:57 If Dekker accepts my offer on the house, HeinzHarold is building you a shack in the grounds Jul 14 23:24:05 * Claudia nods Jul 14 23:24:25 You getting in the coach then? Jul 14 23:24:40 There isn't room Jul 14 23:24:50 Get your father back out Jul 14 23:25:13 I'll think about it Jul 14 23:25:32 How long til we get where they were? Jul 14 23:25:47 *its probably three miles now* Jul 14 23:26:04 Forty minutes, if its the same place Jul 14 23:26:22 That's a big if. Jul 14 23:26:38 * Morgan nods Jul 14 23:27:12 Are you taking his advice and telling Molly? Jul 14 23:27:21 I think so, aye Jul 14 23:27:32 * Claudia nods Jul 14 23:28:40 Forty minutes gonna be enough Jul 14 23:28:45 ? Jul 14 23:29:03 We'll see, won't we... you know how I feel about you, right? Jul 14 23:29:15 * Claudia nods Jul 14 23:29:17 Yeah Jul 14 23:30:22 * Morgan nods Jul 14 23:30:23 good Jul 14 23:30:26 You know too? Jul 14 23:30:36 * Morgan nods Jul 14 23:30:39 I know you tolerate me Jul 14 23:30:47 Mostly, yeah Jul 14 23:30:55 * Claudia smiles Jul 14 23:31:23 * Morgan nods before squaring his shoulders Jul 14 23:31:26 Time to tell Molly Jul 14 23:31:33 Good luck Jul 14 23:32:15 * Morgan nods, spurring his horse on Jul 14 23:32:23 * Claudia is now known as Molly Jul 14 23:32:47 * Molly is actually laughing when he gets there, HH looking proud of himself Jul 14 23:33:03 $sure about this?$ Jul 14 23:33:59 $yeah$ Jul 14 23:35:14 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 14 23:35:24 Pass me the lamp oil please Jul 14 23:35:42 *HH does so* Jul 14 23:35:52 * Morgan thanks him Jul 14 23:36:06 Alright, to the back. I need to talk to Molly Jul 14 23:36:40 HH: You crazy kids behave yerselfs, yeah? No funny business! Jul 14 23:36:48 * Molly giggles, blushing Jul 14 23:36:56 * Morgan watches him Jul 14 23:37:32 *HH starts singing nine hundred eight nine thousand...* Jul 14 23:37:37 * Molly smiles Jul 14 23:37:44 He's very silly Jul 14 23:50:36 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 14 23:51:36 * Disconnected () **** ENDING LOGGING AT Thu Jul 14 23:51:37 2022 **** BEGIN LOGGING AT Thu Jul 14 23:52:53 2022 Jul 14 23:52:53 * Now talking on #7thsea Jul 14 23:56:32 * Molly has quit (Ping Timeout)