**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Mon Jul 18 13:59:07 2022 Jul 18 13:59:07 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 18 14:49:29 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 18 14:49:34 * MollyK has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Jul 18 14:49:36 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 18 14:51:16 I suppose it becomes a pressing for all bachelors at a certain age? Jul 18 14:51:45 I suppose so Jul 18 14:53:37 Does he have a wife in mind? Jul 18 14:54:24 Not that he told me Jul 18 14:55:01 * MollyK smiles, resting a gloved hand on his thigh "she would need to be young, pretty, and savvy" Jul 18 14:55:24 Not sure he'd like the last part Jul 18 14:55:30 * MollyK smiles Jul 18 14:55:41 Young, pretty, and vapid? Jul 18 14:57:09 Obedient, probably Jul 18 14:57:28 Don't all men want that? Jul 18 14:58:05 Not particularly Jul 18 14:58:15 * MollyK smiles Jul 18 14:58:23 You are rather one of a kind, my love Jul 18 14:58:50 I imagine a great many people are relieved by that Jul 18 15:00:42 A lot more women could do with such husbands Jul 18 15:01:30 * Morgan shrugs Jul 18 15:01:33 I suppose so Jul 18 15:01:49 She would need to be Vaticine... Jul 18 15:02:33 Oh absolutely, better a martyr than a heretic... Jul 18 15:02:43 * MollyK frowns deeply Jul 18 15:02:45 I see. Jul 18 15:02:55 Claudia's assessment of him is correct Jul 18 15:03:00 Oh? Jul 18 15:03:04 He's a prick Jul 18 15:03:12 * MollyK giggles Jul 18 15:03:26 Liebes herz! That is surprisingly rude of you! Jul 18 15:03:59 He's surprisingly... prickish Jul 18 15:04:39 * MollyK laughs Jul 18 15:04:51 I am not especially fond of him Jul 18 15:05:29 No. The konigsreich is going to be a worse place to live once he takes over Jul 18 15:05:38 * MollyK nods, sighing Jul 18 15:06:04 Indeed it is. Though the Koertigs will be more able to make change, I think Jul 18 15:06:32 I don't see how Jul 18 15:07:44 Because by then you will be Graf, your Father will still be Graf, and Edward will be a Freiarr. That is a great deal of territory within the Koenigsreich Jul 18 15:09:08 I don't put it past Isiah to actively try to undo whatever we achieve Jul 18 15:10:22 Then we will need to find a way around that. The influence of the Order, perhaps Jul 18 15:10:46 Maybe Jul 18 15:12:04 * MollyK looks thoughtful Jul 18 15:12:22 He needs a wife who is socially minded Jul 18 15:13:17 mmhmmm Jul 18 15:13:30 * MollyK glances at him Jul 18 15:13:36 Is something the matter? Jul 18 15:14:03 No, just a little achey... you have someone in mind? Jul 18 15:15:08 Let me help you, my love. No, I was thinking what a pity it is I do not know more women to put in his path Jul 18 15:15:43 No, I'm alright blossom... I did consider Dr Rosenkrantz daughter for all of a second and a half Jul 18 15:16:40 * MollyK nods slowly Jul 18 15:16:53 That would benefit our family immensely. Jul 18 15:17:51 Yes... but for her... Jul 18 15:18:01 * MollyK nods Jul 18 15:18:20 I do not think he would be very faithful Jul 18 15:18:46 No, I doubt it Jul 18 15:19:35 But does anyone expect that from an Eisenfurst? Jul 18 15:19:57 * Morgan shrugs Jul 18 15:20:23 I've no idea Jul 18 15:20:36 * MollyK chews her lip Jul 18 15:20:47 Should we suggest they meet? Jul 18 15:21:13 As you say, it would benefit our family... Jul 18 15:22:04 * MollyK nods Jul 18 15:22:31 It would. Perhaps I should speak to Seb, see what he thinks Jul 18 15:22:39 * Morgan nods Jul 18 15:22:43 If you wish... Jul 18 15:22:51 * MollyK nods Jul 18 15:24:21 I know they are planning to introduce her at Court soon Jul 18 15:24:41 * Morgan nods Jul 18 15:24:47 Edward was going to assist Jul 18 15:24:52 * MollyK nods Jul 18 15:26:04 I think it was to be in Posen first, which would be wise. Jul 18 15:26:29 Would it? Jul 18 15:27:34 Less busy, and avoiding Eisenfurst Trague Jul 18 15:28:56 * Morgan nods Jul 18 15:32:38 We will need to see what we can fit in to our schedule if we wish to take her ourselves Jul 18 15:32:49 * Morgan nods Jul 18 15:32:50 aye Jul 18 15:33:34 We are very busy, aren't we? Jul 18 15:34:00 Yes, we are Jul 18 15:34:20 Are you looking forward to arriving in Graben? Jul 18 15:34:30 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 18 15:34:35 I'm looking forward to seeing Edward Jul 18 15:35:19 * MollyK smiles too Jul 18 15:35:35 You love him very much... Jul 18 15:35:44 surprisingly Jul 18 15:35:49 * MollyK nods Jul 18 15:36:21 More surprisingly, you seem to like him. We can love without liking Jul 18 15:37:06 * Morgan nods Jul 18 15:37:08 true Jul 18 15:37:54 And you like him? Jul 18 15:38:17 * Morgan nods Jul 18 15:38:35 And Mina, of course Jul 18 15:40:07 * Morgan nods Jul 18 15:40:20 Good job she was never a spy for the opposition Jul 18 15:40:32 * MollyK smiles Jul 18 15:40:37 Why, liebling? Jul 18 15:41:14 She is utterly unreadable Jul 18 15:42:47 * MollyK smiles Jul 18 15:42:58 I do not find her quite so unreadable Jul 18 15:43:03 No? Jul 18 15:43:41 But then I have seen her at some of her lowest, most desperate times Jul 18 15:43:56 * Morgan nods Jul 18 15:43:58 I suppose so Jul 18 15:44:48 I am sure she does not mean to trouble you Jul 18 15:45:38 She was quite pleased that I find her so difficult to read Jul 18 15:47:01 Really? Jul 18 15:47:23 * Morgan nods Jul 18 15:48:02 I cannot imagine you would have found that easy had you married her Jul 18 15:48:50 No, I would imagine not Jul 18 15:49:46 They are better suited Jul 18 15:50:01 absolutely Jul 18 15:50:09 I hope they will be happy Jul 18 15:51:10 * Morgan nods Jul 18 15:51:11 Me too Jul 18 15:51:17 I am looking forward to a long hot bath when we finally get there! Jul 18 15:51:23 No doubt Jul 18 15:51:55 But you, my love, will be leaving right away for your snowy bed *she giggles* Jul 18 15:52:14 It is what it is Jul 18 15:52:59 * MollyK nods Jul 18 15:53:05 I will be thinking of you Jul 18 15:54:26 * Morgan nods Jul 18 15:54:29 I would hope so Jul 18 15:55:02 Always. Jul 18 15:56:14 * Morgan smiles slightly, scanning the horizon Jul 18 15:58:47 **Poor Eisen is only more scarred as they go Eastward, even Morgan hasn't seen some of this since he was fighting here himself. They swap around, sometimes he has Molly, Varick, or Both. Sometimes she rides beside Inga, talking earnestly. Sometimes it is just him, alone and concentrating. As the sun goes down Grendlik is riding just ahead, and Jul 18 15:58:47 Morgan can hear him singing along to a classical piece of music. He has only heard it one, in his dream of the Star Girl where she was singing it the morning after they made love the first time, in her tiny, messy Einsbaden apartment Jul 18 16:00:01 * Morgan whistles to get his attention Jul 18 16:00:21 * MollyK is now known as Grendlik Jul 18 16:00:26 * Grendlik looks up Jul 18 16:00:29 My Lord? Jul 18 16:02:06 Where'd you learn that? Jul 18 16:02:39 * Grendlik smiles Jul 18 16:03:35 When I was a young boy before my mother died and I went to the orphanage, we lived in an Opera House. It is called "Number Six: The Sentiment Waltz" Jul 18 16:03:52 * Morgan nods Jul 18 16:04:00 Its nice Jul 18 16:04:10 * Grendlik nods Jul 18 16:05:15 I like it. Sometimes when I am visiting the Orphanage I go to the Opera House and listen. I imagine her singing again, the orange feathers and sparkle of her costume. Jul 18 16:06:28 * Morgan nods slowly Jul 18 16:08:12 I sat beside my Father once. They were not wed, you see. Jul 18 16:08:27 No? Jul 18 16:09:43 He was a minor noble, I am told. I remember little of him, just the crisp starch of his shirt and the necklace he wore Jul 18 16:10:32 Thats a specific detail... can you describe it? Jul 18 16:11:09 * Grendlik hums that tune to himself Jul 18 16:13:42 It was a good cyclinder, about an inch and a half long. I believe it was engraved. It was quite simple compared to his fine attire Jul 18 16:13:49 gold Jul 18 16:14:22 Interesting Jul 18 16:15:05 * Grendlik nods Jul 18 16:15:28 Numbers? Jul 18 16:16:31 I did wonder, but I dismissed that. It would make no sense to be engraved with a number, not a name, my Lord Jul 18 16:18:12 Sense is something you should have, not something you should always make Jul 18 16:19:08 * Grendlik smiles Jul 18 16:19:31 Very good, my Lord. How did you know it may have had a number. Jul 18 16:19:55 * Morgan looks around for his father Jul 18 16:21:27 *Adalbrecht is riding scout far ahead* Jul 18 16:22:21 When he's not in earshot, how about you use my name? Jul 18 16:22:37 * Grendlik nods Jul 18 16:22:41 If you wish Jul 18 16:23:02 We're family now... Jul 18 16:24:33 * Grendlik nods, smiling Jul 18 16:24:55 My daughter will be very lucky to have such a wonderful loving family Jul 18 16:25:21 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 18 16:26:23 My father will be much friendlier once he's gotten over not having a say in what happened Jul 18 16:26:31 * Grendlik nods Jul 18 16:27:02 It happened in a rush, but I do not regret it Jul 18 16:27:35 I'm glad to hear that Jul 18 16:29:50 I believe that every child is a blessing, especially those unplanned. That is where we see Theus' hand at work in our lives Jul 18 16:30:25 You're going to be a wonderful father I think Jul 18 16:31:11 I will dedicate my life to that Jul 18 16:31:35 * Morgan nods Jul 18 16:31:47 With regards to the numbers... I may have seen one like it Jul 18 16:32:12 21.52.5 and then some others I cannot recall? Jul 18 16:34:40 Something like that, aye Jul 18 16:35:22 *he knows that 323 was Marcheline's operative number in the Order* Jul 18 16:36:51 I think... I'll put some effort into finding out who your father was, if you don't object Jul 18 16:38:19 They looked for him when my mother died, but the Freiarrdom he said he was from does not exist Jul 18 16:39:30 Where did he say he was from? Jul 18 16:40:59 Dimeretal, in Posen Jul 18 16:41:33 Interesting Jul 18 16:43:11 * Grendlik nods Jul 18 16:43:51 I have not searched myself. With the Orphanage, I had all the family I expected to have Jul 18 16:44:03 * Morgan nods Jul 18 16:44:11 That is... important. Jul 18 16:44:21 * Grendlik smiles Jul 18 16:44:27 And now I have all of you! Jul 18 16:46:39 * Morgan nods Jul 18 16:46:40 definitely Jul 18 16:46:49 I have been a lucky man Jul 18 16:47:01 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 18 16:47:09 Wait until you've spent a bit more time with us before deciding on that Jul 18 16:47:33 * Grendlik laughs Jul 18 16:47:57 By the time my daughter is born, I will have had much Koertig hospitality Jul 18 16:48:58 With any luck my father will not be sour about it by then Jul 18 16:49:06 * Grendlik nods Jul 18 16:49:22 I will prove to him that I care for my family greatly Jul 18 16:50:01 That is plain to see to anyone with eyes Jul 18 16:51:14 * Grendlik nods Jul 18 16:51:37 Thank you Jul 18 16:52:10 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 18 16:52:46 ((Anything else here?)) Jul 18 16:53:10 ((No)) Jul 18 16:53:27 In the dark, after many long hours, they pull into Kreutzung, the town name meaning Cross Roads. It is indeed a place where two routes meet, one from the great south road past Sudlachenburg in the west to Graben in the furthest reaches of Eisen's mountainous east, the other the East Road, starting at the river that marks the boundary between Posen Jul 18 16:53:27 and Heilgrund, down alongside the new-fangled canals, and eventually around the Sudlache's edge through Fischler, Tannen, Atemlos, and ending in the port of Zweibrucke where by now the Rose should have arrived. It reminds him that they have been back in Eisen for more than two weeks already. Jul 18 16:53:56 **Claudia is helping the men at the large coaching inn they are to stay at, probably one of the bigger ones in Eisen, given the traffic flow on the east road. Jul 18 16:54:00 * Grendlik is now known as Claudia Jul 18 16:54:39 * Claudia looks him over Jul 18 16:54:44 You're pale. Jul 18 16:55:10 That doesn't really surprise me very much Jul 18 16:55:23 * Claudia nods Jul 18 16:55:31 You should eat and sleep. Jul 18 16:56:16 Difficult at the same time Jul 18 16:56:32 * Claudia nods, walking towards the inn Jul 18 16:56:57 * Morgan checks around before following her Jul 18 16:57:14 Used to think the worst thing would you be dying god-knows-where without us. *it's snowing again, but peaceful* Jul 18 16:57:47 But not anymore? Jul 18 16:57:56 * Claudia shakes her head Jul 18 16:58:18 No, watching it happen and being so fucking helpless... Jul 18 16:59:22 You do realise if it weren't for you, I probably wouldn't be here... right? Jul 18 17:01:16 * Claudia nods Jul 18 17:01:29 Yeah... but only because I was the only one there Jul 18 17:03:30 * Morgan sighs Jul 18 17:03:48 I don't know how to help you Claudia. I want to, god I do Jul 18 17:04:04 * Claudia shrugs Jul 18 17:04:15 I'll be fine. Jul 18 17:04:53 I've no doubt but... Jul 18 17:04:58 Not like I haven't seen people die or been the reason they're dying before. Jul 18 17:05:14 But it's different with me? Jul 18 17:05:21 * Claudia nods Jul 18 17:05:49 Can you tell me why? Jul 18 17:06:03 I didn't see my family wiped out. The last person I saw die that I actually cared about was my mother Jul 18 17:08:23 right... go on Jul 18 17:09:32 * Claudia shrugs Jul 18 17:09:56 That's it. She died, you died. Jul 18 17:11:27 * Morgan nods Jul 18 17:11:38 I'm going to try really hard not to do it again Jul 18 17:13:00 If you do, remember you have to come back. I can't stand Heinzharold on my own. Jul 18 17:13:47 You've a sensitive soul really... Jul 18 17:15:40 Tell anyone that and you will be actually dead. Forever. Jul 18 17:16:20 * Morgan stops, looking hurt Jul 18 17:16:37 I've never betrayed your confidence Jul 18 17:17:29 * Claudia looks at him Jul 18 17:17:42 I know you haven't. I know you wouldn't. Jul 18 17:17:49 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 18 17:18:10 * Claudia clasps his arm Jul 18 17:18:56 We're good. You just scared the fuck out of me today. Jul 18 17:19:34 * Morgan nods Jul 18 17:20:28 * Claudia lets go, walking towards the inn Jul 18 17:20:34 This was where we assembled to go on to basic training when I joined up. My home town is less than three days north. Jul 18 17:21:23 * Morgan nods Jul 18 17:21:28 You wanting to go there? Jul 18 17:21:45 Fuck no. It's gone anyway. Jul 18 17:22:10 * Morgan nods Jul 18 17:22:38 How are you doing? Jul 18 17:23:27 I'm a bit sore... scared of what the future holds. Worried what Isiah Fischler will be like for Eisen as an Eisenfurst Jul 18 17:23:46 A prick. Jul 18 17:24:24 He mentioned that his coming to my wedding lead to a disaster... I felt like saying he was the dick that married Alarice, we didn't make him Jul 18 17:24:33 * Claudia laughs Jul 18 17:25:00 We would have stopped him if we had seen that idiocy coming Jul 18 17:27:15 He's on the hunt now for a young, pliable wife... I thought maybe I could mention your name... Jul 18 17:29:43 I'm not young, pliable or ever going to be a wife. Jul 18 17:30:03 But you're so mild mannered and sweet.... Jul 18 17:41:43 * Claudia has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 18 17:48:57 * Morgan has quit (Quit: Leaving) Jul 18 21:28:50 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 18 21:29:13 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 18 21:29:25 * MollyK is now known as Claudia Jul 18 21:29:33 * Claudia snorts Jul 18 21:29:44 Higher chance of you marrying him. Jul 18 21:30:32 No, I'd end up killing him Jul 18 21:33:33 Sounds like a solid plan to me. Did to his last wife too. Jul 18 21:34:34 No, I'm short of patience, she was murderous Jul 18 21:36:50 * Claudia laughs Jul 18 21:37:49 True. So you gotta save the world, not just Heinzharold's stupid ass? Jul 18 21:38:36 His stupid ass wouldn't be best suited to saving the world Jul 18 21:40:39 No, might be better to leave him behind Jul 18 21:41:36 If I thought it'd keep him safe, I would do Jul 18 21:43:04 * Claudia nods Jul 18 21:43:11 Gonna be dangerous? Jul 18 21:43:49 Has to be Jul 18 21:45:01 Gonna be stuff to hit? Jul 18 21:45:30 Monsters... as bad or worse than what we saw today Jul 18 21:46:47 * Claudia nods Jul 18 21:46:55 Count me in *she grins* Jul 18 21:47:28 * Morgan watches her for a moment Jul 18 21:48:06 What? Jul 18 21:49:31 The thought of putting you in danger... it does not sit well Jul 18 21:51:27 I'm not scared of dying, never really have been Jul 18 21:51:48 I'm scared of losing you Jul 18 21:52:14 * Claudia shrugs Jul 18 21:52:29 Come on, I'm starving Jul 18 21:53:57 * Morgan sighs, nodding Jul 18 21:54:28 **After a quick freshen up, they find a table in the dining hall big enough for the ten of them, and the hot food is consumed gratefully beside the fire, Varick falling asleep before everyone else has finished, leaning against Molly's shoulder. It's after seven o'clock, well past his usual bedtime. She stands, gently waking him and he says Jul 18 21:54:28 goodnight before she takes him upstairs. A maid brings them plenty of whiskey when they have moved to a quieter area in the taproom, and even Verity has a small glass. Adalbrecht looks at Morgan. Jul 18 21:54:53 Your Mother and the others want to know what happened this morning, Morgan. Jul 18 21:55:01 * Claudia is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 18 21:55:34 * Morgan sips his whiskey Jul 18 21:55:44 Are you sure that's a good idea? Jul 18 21:56:19 J: I think we should know what happened Jul 18 21:56:35 * Morgan looks to his father Jul 18 21:56:47 I will abide by my Grafs decision on this... Jul 18 21:56:57 * Adalbrecht shrugs slightly Jul 18 21:57:11 I do not think any platitudes will suffice Jul 18 21:57:34 Very well Jul 18 21:57:46 * Morgan finishes his glass of whiskey Jul 18 21:58:07 We were attacked by schneeskald. Jul 18 21:59:26 *Verity looks the most puzzled. Inga, HH and Claudia who already know just stay quiet. Jarvie and Grendlik look curious* Jul 18 22:00:26 They're creatures that used to follow the drachen.... Usually they'd appear at night as floating lights, leading you into the forest where... they devour you. Jul 18 22:01:37 V: *she looks very concerned* My poor, dear boy! Jul 18 22:03:20 They're far from the only thing like that I've faced... but it needs to be said that that could mean a great number of horrible things aren't just myth Jul 18 22:05:01 *Verity nods* But where I am from, we have always known that Jul 18 22:05:12 * Morgan nods Jul 18 22:05:23 Thats where I faced... _most_ of the things I have seen Jul 18 22:05:59 V: Did you fight the Schneeskald today? Jul 18 22:06:34 I fought them off, yes Jul 18 22:07:58 * Adalbrecht is now known as Verity Jul 18 22:08:08 You and your friends are so brave! Jul 18 22:08:25 *HH looks a bit sheepish. Claudia looks impassive* Jul 18 22:14:37 We just do what is necessary Jul 18 22:15:05 It might you be a little more careful in future, dear boy? Jul 18 22:15:37 I'm sorry to say, mother, that I _was_ careful. Extremely. Jul 18 22:16:03 *HH nods* Really did his best Jul 18 22:17:14 Will we encounter them again on the journey? Jul 18 22:17:28 I don't know I'm afraid Jul 18 22:18:06 * Verity nods Jul 18 22:18:41 Where do they come from? Can they not be made to go away? Perhaps some pumpernickel bread? Jul 18 22:18:51 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 18 22:18:59 Do you know of the Sidhe? Jul 18 22:19:18 * Verity looks serious Jul 18 22:19:24 Who in Avalon does not? Jul 18 22:19:46 They are one of the many... pets, for want of a better word, of the winter prince Jul 18 22:20:31 * Verity flinches a little Jul 18 22:20:44 Dear boy, you were in very great danger! Jul 18 22:21:17 I'm sorry, I did not wish to upset you Jul 18 22:21:43 * Verity nods Jul 18 22:22:02 Ad: Yes, I think that is enough for now. Jul 18 22:23:18 * Morgan bows his head slightly Jul 18 22:23:22 As my Graf wishes Jul 18 22:23:30 * Verity looks at Morgan, squeezing his hand Jul 18 22:23:59 Don't fret, thank you for bravely telling us. Jul 18 22:24:39 * Morgan nods Jul 18 22:25:01 *Claudia finishes her drink, the refills her glass* Jul 18 22:25:34 J: I think we're going to call it a night. Goodnight everyone. Jul 18 22:25:52 * Morgan watches her for a moment before bidding her goodnight Jul 18 22:26:27 *Grendlik pulls out her chair, offering his arm. A little smile passes between them, one normally seen between happy couples* Jul 18 22:28:55 *Adalbrecht watches them too, but looks slightly confused* Jul 18 22:29:51 * Verity smiles "I think perhaps an early night would be wise, after such a taxing day. Dear boy, you have the nightmare trap?" Jul 18 22:30:08 * Morgan nods Jul 18 22:30:22 I do... though I can't say I'm particularly tired after I slept so much Jul 18 22:30:49 HH: stay up and keep y' company if y' like? Jul 18 22:31:21 No man, you get some sleep Jul 18 22:31:21 * Verity smiles "That's a nice idea, Heinzharold. You are so good to Morgan" Jul 18 22:32:11 HH: *he shrugs* Still quite early, I'm good for now Jul 18 22:32:43 * Verity moves her chair back a little, and Adalbrecht immediately moves to pull it out for her Jul 18 22:33:28 Goodnight to you all Jul 18 22:33:37 Goodnight mother Jul 18 22:34:29 * Verity kisses Morgan's crown before she goes. Adalbrecht inclines his head briefly to them all before following her Jul 18 22:36:37 *Inga is the one who tops up all the glasses except her own* I'm going to go to bed too *she smiles at Morgan* Don't let him drink too much Jul 18 22:37:35 * Verity is now known as HH Jul 18 22:38:04 * Morgan nods Jul 18 22:38:06 I won't Jul 18 22:38:48 * HH waits til she is out of sight before downing his whiskey with a grin Jul 18 22:40:22 *Claudia laughs, topping it up* Jul 18 22:41:02 You'll get yourself in trouble Jul 18 22:41:55 *he grins* I'm your problem now, not mine. Jul 18 22:42:07 You're always my problem Jul 18 22:42:39 * HH nods Jul 18 22:42:43 Damn right I am! Jul 18 22:43:40 *Claudia knocks back her own drink* Come on, I think we all deserve a drink or three after today Jul 18 22:45:30 ACTION and Claudia get into a discussion on the merits and drawbacks of drink after heavy blood loss. As they are talking, Morgan makes out a strong Insel accent somewhere in the back ground. Jul 18 22:45:30 * Received a CTCP from HH (to #7thsea) Jul 18 22:46:26 * Morgan turns, trying to get a direction on it Jul 18 22:48:10 **There's two men eating at a table, talking about the weather they're likely to see tomorrow. Neither are familiar, but both look travel-worn. Jul 18 22:48:34 * Morgan watches them for a few minutes Jul 18 22:48:54 **they aren't doing anything suspicious Jul 18 22:49:10 * HH clocks Morgan, then looks that way Jul 18 22:49:18 Friends o' yours? Jul 18 22:49:36 Insel accent... just seemed out of place all the way over here Jul 18 22:50:07 Long way south, aren't they? Wan' me to see if they know Rosie? Jul 18 22:50:37 Of course they'll know him, he's the Freiarrs son Jul 18 22:50:54 * HH shrugs Jul 18 22:51:01 Suit yerself Jul 18 22:51:18 * Morgan smiles slightly, getting up and taking his drink over to the men Jul 18 22:51:31 * HH is now known as man Jul 18 22:52:18 * man and the other man both look up, acknowledging him with a nod "E'nin'" Jul 18 22:52:40 Mind if I join you? Jul 18 22:53:37 * man offers him a seat Jul 18 22:54:16 * Morgan sits down Jul 18 22:54:20 Long way from home Jul 18 22:56:09 Go'n onta Graben yet Jul 18 22:57:34 How come? Jul 18 22:57:50 look'n fa a Dutchess Jul 18 22:59:06 Odd thing to be looking for... Jul 18 22:59:33 Nah man, gotta letter fa 'er Jul 18 23:00:03 Two of yer, to deliver one letter? Jul 18 23:00:33 Getsa bit boring onya own Jul 18 23:00:51 Which duchess y'after? Jul 18 23:01:58 Kertig. Offta 'er brother's weddin' Jul 18 23:02:39 Brother in law... suppose you're looking forward to heading back home Jul 18 23:02:51 * man nods Jul 18 23:03:03 Beena bit ofa trek Jul 18 23:03:08 * Morgan nods Jul 18 23:03:22 Well... I may be able to improve your day Jul 18 23:03:32 Owsat? Jul 18 23:03:41 I know where she is Jul 18 23:03:52 Wheresat? Jul 18 23:03:58 upstairs Jul 18 23:04:16 Tha's lucky, innit? Jul 18 23:04:46 * Morgan nods Jul 18 23:04:48 fortuitous Jul 18 23:06:49 * man stands up "thanks a lot, gonna give itta someun t' take up Jul 18 23:07:24 I'll take it Jul 18 23:07:50 * man looks at him in his damaged looking travelling coat Jul 18 23:08:03 Owya know th'dutchess then? Jul 18 23:08:35 You heard she and her husband wear those dracheneisen rings, given to 'em by the Eisenfurst? Jul 18 23:09:14 Can' make no rings outta drach'nisen Jul 18 23:09:30 * Morgan shows them his hand Jul 18 23:09:48 Oh you can... if you've got a dracheneisen mine in your yard like he has Jul 18 23:10:01 * man just stares at it Jul 18 23:10:36 * man pulls out the sealed note, open mouthed still, and hands it out Jul 18 23:10:59 Much obliged. Your room here covered by the Freiarr? Jul 18 23:11:34 * man nods Jul 18 23:11:47 Yes Y'Ex'lency Jul 18 23:11:58 Had some food this evening? Jul 18 23:12:07 [23:01:04] man: Yes Y'Ex'lency Jul 18 23:12:41 * Morgan nods Jul 18 23:12:47 Let me get you a drink for your troubles then Jul 18 23:13:05 Thankya y'ex'lency Jul 18 23:13:20 * Morgan catches the attention of the barkeep Jul 18 23:13:51 *he comes on over* Yes, your Excellency? Jul 18 23:14:06 Whatever these gentlemen require for the rest of the evening, my party will cover it Jul 18 23:14:26 B: *he nods* Very good, Your Excellency Jul 18 23:14:37 * man and his companion look shocked Jul 18 23:15:39 Thankya! Jul 18 23:17:44 Safe journey home gentlemen... don't wander off the roads Jul 18 23:18:36 *they both assure him the won't * Jul 18 23:20:02 * Morgan inclines his head, wandering back to the others Jul 18 23:20:10 [blossom, there is a letter for you] Jul 18 23:20:34 [For me? From Mina?] Jul 18 23:20:51 From Insell Jul 18 23:22:05 [are you coming to bed, or shall I come down for it, my love?] Jul 18 23:22:18 * man is now known as HH Jul 18 23:22:43 [I'm not tired I'm afraid. I slept during the day] Jul 18 23:22:52 * HH and Claudia have broken out a deck of cards Jul 18 23:23:40 [Tonight of all nights, after everything that has been said and done today, we are sadly not able to be alone.] Jul 18 23:24:43 [if you wish me to come up so we can talk and relax just us, I shall my love] Jul 18 23:25:24 [We have Varick in our room, we cannot easily talk either, I am afraid] Jul 18 23:25:54 [You wish me to find a table, just us?] Jul 18 23:26:59 [It's alright, liebling, we can talk tomorrow. Enjoy the evening with the others, but do please come to sleep when you are able, your body needs the rest] Jul 18 23:27:41 [I'll come up soon, but I can't promise I'll sleep] Jul 18 23:28:09 [Alright, my love] Jul 18 23:30:14 * HH looks at him Jul 18 23:30:18 You in? Jul 18 23:30:30 Just the one Jul 18 23:31:11 * HH deals. Morgan wins with a royal flush on hearts. HH sighs Jul 18 23:31:19 Must be your lucky day, man Jul 18 23:32:26 * Morgan nods Jul 18 23:32:32 I can't really argue with that Jul 18 23:32:54 C: Something a bit less fraught tomorrow, yeah? Jul 18 23:33:29 * HH nods, downing another drink Jul 18 23:34:05 I'd settle for boring Jul 18 23:35:08 C: ride with Heinzharold, you'll be fine for that Jul 18 23:35:44 Bit harsh Jul 18 23:35:44 * HH pretends to rub tears from his eyes before flipping her off Jul 18 23:36:05 *she laughs* you staying? Jul 18 23:36:19 No, I'm going up Jul 18 23:37:36 I'm just gonna have five or six more, then I will too Jul 18 23:38:21 I'm not taking responsibility for that Jul 18 23:39:06 Too late, y' already did Jul 18 23:39:16 C: *she nods* he's right Jul 18 23:39:49 * Morgan gets out of the chair Jul 18 23:40:01 I'll see you in the morning Jul 18 23:40:12 Night man Jul 18 23:40:25 C: Good night Jul 18 23:41:11 * Morgan nods to them, heading up to his room Jul 18 23:42:28 /nick Molly Jul 18 23:42:41 * HH is now known as Molly Jul 18 23:42:45 Molly is already in bed, Varick in his own bed by the wall. In the window, the nightmare trap is hung up Jul 18 23:42:45 /me whispers "are you alright?" Jul 18 23:43:06 * Morgan nods, handing her the letter Jul 18 23:44:29 * Molly looks at the seal with a smile before opening it Jul 18 23:45:07 [who's it from?] Jul 18 23:46:25 * Molly reads it Jul 18 23:46:32 [Seb] Jul 18 23:47:24 * Morgan nods slightly, busying himself with getting comfortable Jul 18 23:47:33 * Molly offers it to him Jul 18 23:48:08 * Morgan takes it Jul 18 23:48:22 *it says: "Dear Molly, I hope this finds you well. I await news about your Father's position. Please send my messenger back with any developments. Yours, Seb" Jul 18 23:48:44 [Messenger is downstairs] Jul 18 23:49:17 * Molly sighs quietly [I suppose I should write a note and dress again] Jul 18 23:50:04 [I'll take it if you wish] Jul 18 23:50:21 * Molly smiles slightly Jul 18 23:50:42 [it is important... but I wish you were just staying.] Jul 18 23:51:00 [Dont fret, I'll come back] Jul 18 23:51:30 * Molly smiles [I know you will.] Jul 18 23:52:24 * Molly does scribble a quick note and seals it, the purple wax still slightly tacky when she hands it over Jul 18 23:54:04 * Morgan nods, heading back downstairs to look for the men Jul 18 23:54:42 * Molly is still awake and waiting in bed when he gets back from giving it to the happy messengers. She is watching him [May I finish healing you now?] Jul 18 23:54:57 * Morgan nods Jul 18 23:55:17 * Molly beckons him to her with a smile Jul 18 23:56:19 * Morgan comes over, sitting on the bed Jul 18 23:56:34 ACTION places her hand through the lacing of his shirt onto his chest, his neck prickling and his body tingling all over as she searches out and heals all his sore spots Jul 18 23:56:34 * Received a CTCP from Molly (to #7thsea) Jul 18 23:57:50 * Morgan rolls his neck Jul 18 23:58:31 [all better?] Jul 18 23:58:36 * Morgan nods Jul 18 23:59:09 [You are not avoiding sleep, I hope...]