**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Jul 20 00:10:17 2022 Jul 20 00:10:17 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 20 00:13:01 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jul 20 09:33:49 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 20 11:36:54 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 20 11:53:14 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 20 11:53:52 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jul 20 11:57:15 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jul 20 13:01:02 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 20 13:02:51 * Morgan looks around for signs of a farm Jul 20 13:03:25 *there is a very faint light off the road Jul 20 13:04:28 * Morgan calls to his father Jul 20 13:04:58 * MollyK is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 20 13:05:21 * Adalbrecht rides forward Jul 20 13:05:23 Yes? Jul 20 13:05:55 I think there's a farm or such down that way... perhaps they would help? Jul 20 13:06:52 Of course they would, no one would refuse a Graf Jul 20 13:07:19 _their_ Graf perhaps... Jul 20 13:07:39 * Adalbrecht looks in the direction Jul 20 13:07:59 Are you sure that is a farm and not something else? Jul 20 13:08:45 At thisuch as? Jul 20 13:09:25 * Adalbrecht whispers "Schneeskald" Jul 20 13:09:42 Do you feel any sort of... pull? Jul 20 13:11:16 No Jul 20 13:11:42 Probably not then... would you prefer I check? Jul 20 13:12:11 No. We will go together. Jul 20 13:12:33 You and I, or all of us? Jul 20 13:12:48 You and I Jul 20 13:13:16 Is that wise? Jul 20 13:14:25 I am capable of confronting potentially dangerous situations, Morgan. Jul 20 13:15:54 I don't doubt that my lord, but... if the worst happens, Sudlachenburg loses its Graf and Veisgraf. I should go, maybe with Claudia Jul 20 13:16:21 I see. *he looks a bit affronted* Jul 20 13:16:53 I abide by my Graf's wishes Jul 20 13:18:03 * Adalbrecht nods, waiting for Morgan to get Varick down and find a horse Jul 20 13:18:28 * Morgan climbs down, putting Varick inside the coach and calling Claudia Jul 20 13:19:25 *Claudia rides up* Jul 20 13:19:32 * Adalbrecht is now known as Claudia Jul 20 13:19:43 Need your horse Jul 20 13:20:12 * Claudia dismounts Jul 20 13:21:03 We're going to see if a nearby farm will put us up... Jul 20 13:21:38 You and Molly? Jul 20 13:21:51 Myself and the Graf Jul 20 13:22:48 * Claudia nods Jul 20 13:22:52 Be careful Jul 20 13:23:11 * Morgan nods Jul 20 13:23:31 We'll be alright *he whispers* there's cows, I'm just letting my father allay his concerns Jul 20 13:23:56 * Claudia nods Jul 20 13:23:59 Alright Jul 20 13:24:28 * Morgan nods, hauling himself into the saddle Jul 20 13:25:39 * Claudia is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 20 13:26:21 * Adalbrecht rides beside Morgan, looking around. A sudden hoot makes him jump slightly. Understandable, it is very dark. Jul 20 13:27:03 * Morgan talks quietly Jul 20 13:27:15 I saw Isiah Fischler yesterday Jul 20 13:27:30 Where? Jul 20 13:27:57 In his coach when I went shopping Jul 20 13:29:31 You would have been welcome to join your Mother and I Jul 20 13:29:49 * Morgan nods Jul 20 13:30:03 I know... I wasn't planning to go anywhere but Inga had seen something perfect for Molly Jul 20 13:31:57 It is hard to know what to buy. Did you speak with him? Jul 20 13:33:15 Perhaps mother would like another dreamcatcher, since she refuses to take hers back.... Yes, we spoke a bit Jul 20 13:34:00 I have never seen something like it before, but thank you for the idea. She is keen to help you Jul 20 13:34:25 * Morgan nods Jul 20 13:35:17 What did Isiah have to say? Jul 20 13:36:10 How busy I will be when I have two grafdoms to run... its fairly clear he blames us for Alarice, despite the fact he was the idiot who married her Jul 20 13:38:06 He is right that you will be busy. We can hope that your sons are old enough to help with that by then. As for Alarice... it was his choosing Jul 20 13:38:36 * Morgan nods Jul 20 13:38:54 I think everyone will be worse off for having him as Eisenfurst Jul 20 13:39:03 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 20 13:39:19 Your Grandfather thought that about his Father Jul 20 13:39:53 Oh? Jul 20 13:41:43 There was much upset about Fischler becoming a Konigsreich, especially a Vaticine one. Sudlachenburg was part of Wische until then, which has been Objectionist almost as long as Posen has Jul 20 13:43:36 * Morgan nods Jul 20 13:44:06 *They are getting closer to the light* Jul 20 13:44:33 Doesn't look like Schneeskald Jul 20 13:45:26 Good. Isiah Fischler will have to be carefully handled. But there may be decades of Faulk first Jul 20 13:46:12 Something we agreed on... that as much as we wish to prove ourselves, we'd much rather have our parents than their position Jul 20 13:46:35 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 20 13:46:58 You will get to have an equal position without my passing Jul 20 13:47:23 * Morgan shrugs Jul 20 13:47:33 That's not why I wanted it Jul 20 13:48:05 No, the stability is going to be important to the people Jul 20 13:49:04 * Morgan nods Jul 20 13:49:06 exactly Jul 20 13:51:22 **They see the farmhouse, it is tiny. He can just make out a barn behind it* Jul 20 13:51:35 That's not very... big... Jul 20 13:52:47 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 20 13:54:14 We could just press on... Jul 20 13:54:48 I think the women need to get some rest. Let's see what can be done Jul 20 13:55:16 * Morgan nods Jul 20 13:55:19 alright Jul 20 13:56:48 Would you prefer to handle this? Jul 20 13:57:51 * Morgan looks at him Jul 20 13:57:56 If that is what my Graf wishes Jul 20 13:58:06 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 20 13:58:09 After yoy Jul 20 13:58:13 You* Jul 20 13:58:29 * Morgan nods, making his way to the door Jul 20 13:59:01 *the house is at least well kept, there's candle and firelight coming from the window Jul 20 13:59:43 * Morgan knocks on the door Jul 20 13:59:52 * Adalbrecht is now known as farmer Jul 20 14:00:09 *The farmer answers the door* Yes? Jul 20 14:00:36 * farmer is about Adalbrecht's age Jul 20 14:01:34 Sorry to disturb you... My father, Graf Sudlachenburg , and I were hoping you would be able to help us... the inn we were planning to stay at appears to have burned down... Jul 20 14:01:44 *He sighs* Ever since that bloody place burned down we've had travellers in and out! Jul 20 14:02:07 * Morgan nods Jul 20 14:02:31 I imagine so... we'd have stopped earlier, but my brothers wedding is so close that we had to travel into the evening Jul 20 14:02:43 Just the two of you, is it? Jul 20 14:03:43 Ah, no... there's quite a party of us... we're not particularly concerned for ourselves, but my mother, my wife and son, my cousin, who is heavily pregnant, and Lady Lehenstrue could really do with somewhere to lay their heads Jul 20 14:04:16 Bloody 'ell, that is a lot. Sorry for the language Jul 20 14:04:30 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 20 14:05:52 Don't worry about it... that doesn't include my two friends, but we could sleep in a ditch if needed, so I'm not overly worried for them, just our... ladies. Jul 20 14:06:08 All I got is two small bedrooms if me an the wife sleep in the kitchen, and then the barn. Not much for nobles, like, but maybe you could make do? Jul 20 14:08:08 * Morgan looks at his father Jul 20 14:08:19 If the women share those rooms, we can make do in the barn Jul 20 14:09:08 *Adalbrecht nods* You will be well-compensated for your hospitality Jul 20 14:09:17 * farmer nods Jul 20 14:09:50 Let me tell the wife, then I'll show you the track back to the road. Got a carriage, I bet? Jul 20 14:10:52 * Morgan nods Jul 20 14:12:11 * farmer goes in, leaving them on the doorstep Jul 20 14:12:22 * farmer is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 20 14:12:31 That will have to do Jul 20 14:13:17 They're housing us by giving up their own comfort... Jul 20 14:13:50 Well yes. Jul 20 14:14:23 It isn't what it means to us that's important... but what it means to them Jul 20 14:17:58 * Adalbrecht just nods. The farmer comes out, walking ahead of the horses to lead them to the main route. He doesn't seem very talkative, but not at all hostile either. He points them back westwards. Jul 20 14:18:35 F: Coach will have to wait outside, you won't get 'im in the barn as well Jul 20 14:18:58 * Morgan nods Jul 20 14:19:05 Thank you... we very much appreciate your help Jul 20 14:20:06 F: *he inclines his head* My wife's gonna make up some stew for you, but it's going to be a while and a bit basic Jul 20 14:20:43 We are grateful to you both Jul 20 14:21:44 *Farmer nods, going back up the track* Jul 20 14:22:43 * Adalbrecht looks to Morgan "Will they have tea or coffee?" Jul 20 14:23:17 I don't know... there's a good chance they don't Jul 20 14:23:23 * Adalbrecht sighs Jul 20 14:24:01 * Adalbrecht walks his horse in the right direction whilst looking in his pocket Jul 20 14:24:19 Lost something? Jul 20 14:25:03 * Adalbrecht takes out a little tin, holding it up Jul 20 14:25:07 Just this Jul 20 14:25:17 What's that? Jul 20 14:25:42 Just some tea. I carry it in case your Mother wants some. Jul 20 14:26:52 Thats very sweet Jul 20 14:28:18 * Adalbrecht shrugs Jul 20 14:28:40 I have carried it a long time. You see this little dent? Jul 20 14:28:49 * Morgan nods Jul 20 14:29:42 Musket ball clipped the edge of it. That wasn't many miles from here, actually. You must have been... six, maybe seven. Jul 20 14:30:24 lucky Jul 20 14:30:44 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 20 14:31:41 Keep that to yourself, please. I told her it was an easy tour and I had dropped it whilst chasing away a wild goose Jul 20 14:32:15 * Morgan nods Jul 20 14:32:31 Of course. I would not upset her... mind you, I'd rather face a musket than an angry goose Jul 20 14:33:11 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 20 14:33:30 The smell reminded me of home when I was away Jul 20 14:33:48 * Morgan nods Jul 20 14:35:34 That is a bit like your balm, I suppose Jul 20 14:36:14 Aye, I'd say so Jul 20 14:37:52 *they get back to the coach, HH and Claudia stood outside it* Jul 20 14:38:54 Found a farmhouse, they're letting us stay the night Jul 20 14:40:22 *they both look a bit relieved* Jul 20 14:40:26 * Adalbrecht is now known as HH Jul 20 14:40:31 Sounds good, man Jul 20 14:40:58 Don't get too excited... we're sleeping in the barn Jul 20 14:41:41 All of us?! Jul 20 14:42:30 No, the womenfolk will share the two rooms in the house Jul 20 14:43:04 *they must be able to hear in the coach because the door opens* Jul 20 14:43:31 *Molly comes out* I am staying in the barn with you, liebes herz. Jul 20 14:43:59 *Inga follows her* Me too! *she blushes* With Heinzharold, I mean! Jul 20 14:44:12 * HH laughs Jul 20 14:44:51 Oh my fathers going to love that Jul 20 14:46:06 You should stay in the house, lil darlin, in the warm Jul 20 14:46:16 *Inga shakes her head* Jul 20 14:47:03 *Molly looks at Morgan* [I want to stay with you, please.] Jul 20 14:47:26 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 20 14:47:33 [I'll talk to my father] Jul 20 14:47:50 How far do we need to go? Jul 20 14:48:23 Not too far, just along there and down a track Jul 20 14:49:37 Come on then. I'll drive Jul 20 14:50:11 * Morgan nods Jul 20 14:53:57 *they make it up to the little house, and the farmer's wife is much more chatty, squeezing them all into her kitchen where it is warm and starting to smell of hot food. She is very polite, but not overly intimidated by the very titled crowd. Jul 20 14:56:00 * Morgan watches the various parts of his family Jul 20 14:58:38 *they mostly look happy but tired. Verity looks intrigued by the little dwelling, Adalbrecht looks out of place, HH and Grendlik are taking it in turns to charm the farmer's wife. Varick has found a basket with two kittens in it under the table so he is quiet. Molly has put an apron on and is helping to cook Jul 20 15:00:27 * Morgan moves near his father Jul 20 15:00:38 * HH is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 20 15:00:55 * Adalbrecht looks at him "yes?" Jul 20 15:01:34 Are we at odds? Jul 20 15:01:41 No Jul 20 15:02:20 * Morgan nods slowly Jul 20 15:02:21 alright Jul 20 15:02:31 Should we be? Jul 20 15:03:11 I wondered if perhaps you were angry about what I said last night Jul 20 15:03:58 What would that be? Jul 20 15:06:15 About what happened, what attacked us Jul 20 15:06:52 I am not angry, no Jul 20 15:07:47 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 20 15:09:08 * Adalbrecht nods too Jul 20 15:09:24 Are the ladies arranging who is in which room themselves? Jul 20 15:10:01 Molly is refusing to be separated from me overnight Jul 20 15:11:20 * Adalbrecht frowns Jul 20 15:11:37 She is not a baby, she will have to sleep indoors Jul 20 15:12:07 She was convinced I had died, father... Jul 20 15:13:05 It will be cold, and cold is bad for women and their reproductive capabilities Jul 20 15:15:07 Where did you get that idea? Jul 20 15:15:53 Everyone knows that Jul 20 15:16:24 I remain dubious Jul 20 15:17:05 * Adalbrecht shrugs Jul 20 15:17:13 I cannot stop her. Jul 20 15:17:22 * Morgan laughs quietly Jul 20 15:17:27 I'm glad you've come to realise that Jul 20 15:17:40 * Adalbrecht scowls briefly Jul 20 15:18:05 You should all respect my instructions Jul 20 15:19:49 We always respect the intentions behind them... and, realistically, its only matters of safety that we might refuse... Jul 20 15:20:47 * Adalbrecht just hmphs Jul 20 15:26:39 * Adalbrecht has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jul 20 15:34:17 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 20 15:34:34 [15:10:07] • ​Adalbrecht​ just hmphs Jul 20 15:35:02 * Morgan watches him Jul 20 15:35:15 I have complied with your instructions, have I not? Jul 20 15:36:58 Yes, but you will let your wife sleep in a barn Jul 20 15:38:58 I don't like it but... it will allay her worries and help her sleep Jul 20 15:40:37 * MollyK is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 20 15:41:12 * Adalbrecht nods briefly Jul 20 15:45:58 If it will only be Varick, Jarvinia, Inga and your Mother indoors, it would make sense for Jarvinia and her husband to have a room. Your Mother, Inga, and Varick can share Jul 20 15:46:34 It'll just be you, mother and Varick Jul 20 15:48:06 I do not think Inga should sleep in with Grendlik and Jarvinia, Morgan. Jul 20 15:48:42 * Morgan looks at him, obviously trying to work out if he's being sarcastic Jul 20 15:51:41 * Adalbrecht looks genuine Jul 20 15:52:34 No, she wants to be with HeinzHarold Jul 20 15:52:53 * Adalbrecht frowns disapprovingly Jul 20 15:53:03 That would not be allowed in my day. Jul 20 15:53:45 A wife sleeping with her husband? Or a woman whose husband had disappeared, presumed dead, to be allowed to stay with him? Jul 20 15:54:48 Wives not following the guidance of their husbands Jul 20 15:56:53 I can't speak for HeinzHarold, but I am choosing to let her stay with me... Even falling asleep last night it was plain to see she was scared and hurting Jul 20 15:57:13 * Adalbrecht sighs Jul 20 15:57:18 I don't like it. Jul 20 15:58:14 * Morgan nods Jul 20 15:58:20 I have something for you Jul 20 15:58:33 Yes? Jul 20 15:59:09 * Morgan nods, handing him a small tin Jul 20 15:59:50 * Adalbrecht looks at it Jul 20 16:01:06 Make sure you open it flat... Jul 20 16:01:25 * Adalbrecht does so Jul 20 16:01:32 ((Its coffee)) Jul 20 16:01:40 * Adalbrecht smiles Jul 20 16:01:50 Thank you, Morgan Jul 20 16:02:14 * Morgan nods Jul 20 16:02:31 I have some of Uncle Christophers tea as well... Jul 20 16:03:41 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 20 16:03:58 I am sure your Mother will be very happy tonight Jul 20 16:04:42 * Morgan nods Jul 20 16:05:14 *HH has been approaching from the side, and just looks at Morgan as if he is not sure he heard what he thought he did* Jul 20 16:06:25 $don't say it$ Jul 20 16:07:06 *HH just nods a little* You got a minute, man? Jul 20 16:07:53 * Morgan looks at his father Jul 20 16:07:55 Excuse me Jul 20 16:08:52 * Adalbrecht nods. HH heads outside Jul 20 16:08:58 * Adalbrecht is now known as HH Jul 20 16:09:29 Wondered whatcha gonna do about the girls in the barn? Jul 20 16:09:54 Given the scare they've had, I'm not sure I have the heart to deny them... you? Jul 20 16:11:42 Not a hope in hell, but was gonna say me an' Inga will sleep out in the carriage if it's gonna be an issue Jul 20 16:12:40 No... I've made my father aware... Jul 20 16:13:42 * HH nods Jul 20 16:13:54 He not happy? Jul 20 16:15:11 No, not terribly Jul 20 16:16:15 Not like they'll be undressing when it's this cold, he's not gonna see anything Jul 20 16:17:25 No... I'm going to suggest he sleeps in with mother and Varick Jul 20 16:18:19 * HH laughs Jul 20 16:19:49 Dya remember the day you came to my house an' I told you we couldn't go in the last room b'cause it was my parents' room, and you asked which parent? You were so confused they shared a room! Jul 20 16:20:06 * Morgan nods Jul 20 16:20:16 He still thinks its wrong that Molly and I share a room Jul 20 16:21:23 * HH laughs "Makes no sense to me t' have separate rooms. Like having a house you love but not living in it" Jul 20 16:22:28 * Morgan nods Jul 20 16:25:00 Y' need to talk to Claudia? Jul 20 16:26:07 Not especially Jul 20 16:27:00 Remember how weird she got the night before we found that swine about how we had to wake 'er, no pranks and stuff? Jul 20 16:27:29 * Morgan nods Jul 20 16:27:31 Of course Jul 20 16:28:26 You know what that's about? Jul 20 16:28:40 * Morgan nods Jul 20 16:29:58 * HH looks at him expectantly Jul 20 16:30:04 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 20 16:30:15 Its not for me to say Jul 20 16:30:33 * HH watches him a long moment Jul 20 16:30:54 Right... gonna be an issue with us all sleeping in the barn? Jul 20 16:31:49 Don't do that. Its not a decision I have any choice in. Jul 20 16:32:29 She'll tell me if she wants. So? Jul 20 16:33:14 She'll need to know Jul 20 16:34:41 * HH nods Jul 20 16:34:52 I'll leave that to you Jul 20 16:35:03 No... you do it Jul 20 16:36:18 * HH frowns Jul 20 16:36:21 Why? Jul 20 16:37:48 Because it... never mind, I'll deal with it Jul 20 16:37:56 * HH nods Jul 20 16:39:06 How's Molly doing? Jul 20 16:39:21 Mostly alright Jul 20 16:40:06 * HH nods Jul 20 16:40:40 She hasn't cursed at me in Montaigne today, so that's an improvement Jul 20 16:41:08 * Morgan nods Jul 20 16:41:18 I haven't mentioned that to her yet Jul 20 16:42:37 * HH nods Jul 20 16:42:50 I'm not upset, man Jul 20 16:43:36 * Morgan nods Jul 20 16:43:40 good Jul 20 16:44:32 Want me t' find Claudia for you? Jul 20 16:44:54 * Morgan nods Jul 20 16:44:55 Please man Jul 20 16:45:58 * HH goes in, Claudia coming out a few minutes later Jul 20 16:46:06 * HH is now known as Claudia Jul 20 16:47:38 What's up. Jul 20 16:48:03 Molly and Inga are planning to sleep with us in the barn Jul 20 16:48:53 * Claudia nods slowly Jul 20 16:49:33 Alright. I'll probably stand guard tonight Jul 20 16:49:56 You want to sleep in the carriage? Jul 20 16:50:57 Not the worst idea you've had Jul 20 16:51:10 * Morgan nods Jul 20 16:51:29 Doors can be locked, too Jul 20 16:51:57 * Claudia nods Jul 20 16:52:02 Alright Jul 20 16:53:13 * Morgan sighs Jul 20 16:54:49 Sorry. Jul 20 16:55:11 What? No, don't you ever be sorry for this Jul 20 16:55:52 * Claudia shrugs Jul 20 16:56:01 It's a nuisance, I get it Jul 20 16:56:28 No, it's not. Jul 20 16:59:16 It's not that I don't trust Molly or Inga Jul 20 16:59:55 Never thought it was, like I never thought you don't trust me or HeinzHarold Jul 20 17:00:02 * Claudia nods Jul 20 17:00:24 Yeah Jul 20 17:01:28 HeinzHarold asked me if I knew what was behind it... he doesn't like me keeping it from him Jul 20 17:02:15 * Claudia nods, sighing Jul 20 17:02:29 It's gonna devastate him. Jul 20 17:02:53 I'm not going to give you platitudes... yes, it probably would Jul 20 17:03:30 * Claudia nods Jul 20 17:03:41 Seems kinder this way Jul 20 17:04:05 * Morgan shrugs Jul 20 17:04:32 Short term, perhaps. Long term, I don't think so Jul 20 17:05:48 I'll think about it. Jul 20 17:06:02 * Morgan nods Jul 20 17:07:36 Thinking about it... make sure you lock the doors Jul 20 17:07:45 Why? Jul 20 17:08:02 Because I'd rather you don't stab my father in the face for trying to wake you gently Jul 20 17:08:19 * Claudia smiles a little Jul 20 17:08:35 That would hold up the travel plans Jul 20 17:08:58 Put a real downer on the celebrations, too Jul 20 17:09:11 * Claudia nods Jul 20 17:09:17 I'll lock them Jul 20 17:09:25 * Morgan nods Jul 20 17:09:49 good Jul 20 17:11:06 Food was nearly ready. Going to have to take it in turns, they only have four bowls Jul 20 17:11:18 * Morgan nods Jul 20 17:11:32 They've been very generous Jul 20 17:12:26 * Claudia nods Jul 20 17:12:40 I would have told you all to piss off Jul 20 17:13:20 I thought he might... they get it all the time since the inn burned down apparently Jul 20 17:13:35 * Claudia nods Jul 20 17:16:02 Probably not a Duke, Duchess, Graf, Grafin, Freiarr, a baronet, two Ladies, a Captain, and some violent female tag along though Jul 20 17:17:37 No... I may have laid it on a bit thick too Jul 20 17:18:58 Why? Jul 20 17:19:30 I might have mentioned Jarvie being heavily pregnant... Jul 20 17:20:40 * Claudia nods Jul 20 17:21:16 Useful. We could have stuck blankets up Molly and Inga's dresses for maximum sympathy Jul 20 17:21:35 Sore subject for Molly right now Jul 20 17:22:15 Broodiness gotten bad? Jul 20 17:23:16 We want children... as soon as possible but... well, we've got a lot to do Jul 20 17:23:35 * Claudia nods Jul 20 17:23:54 Tough one Jul 20 17:24:36 * Morgan nods Jul 20 17:24:38 absolutely Jul 20 17:28:10 * Claudia has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 20 17:50:18 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 20 18:07:41 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout) Jul 20 18:29:20 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep)