**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Thu Jul 21 09:25:18 2022 Jul 21 09:25:18 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 21 09:37:21 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 21 09:37:22 * MollyK has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Jul 21 09:37:24 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 21 09:42:02 *The stew is one of the blandest Morgan has ever had, the amount of bread with it quite small, and the flavour of meat rather than containing any. The farmer's wife apologised for it, but everyone assured her it was very nice and thanked her for feeding them. She shows the others to the rooms, Molly goes up to help settle Varick, but Grendlik finds Jul 21 09:42:02 Morgan* Jul 21 09:42:06 * MollyK is now known as Grendlik Jul 21 09:42:56 My Lord... I am happy to sleep outdoors so Molly and Inga are in the warm with Jarvie. Jul 21 09:43:47 I'm sure you are captain, but that is not necessary. They have refused to be parted from myself and HeinzHarold Jul 21 09:44:02 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 09:44:26 Never argue with a determined woman. Alright, my Lord Jul 21 09:44:59 * Morgan nods Jul 21 09:45:01 quite Jul 21 09:46:05 I think Jarvie is handling the long journey well Jul 21 09:46:18 * Morgan nods Jul 21 09:46:33 She's used to travelling, though not with the... impacts of being pregnant Jul 21 09:46:40 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 09:47:09 It cannot be easy, can it, my Lord? It's certainly very heavy already Jul 21 09:47:26 * Morgan nods Jul 21 09:47:31 Aye Jul 21 09:48:16 I was thinking of asking if she can go back to Sudlachenburg with the Graf and Grafin Jul 21 09:48:32 Why? Jul 21 09:49:09 They have more staff in place to look after her than either she or I do, and the midwife will be going there for the birth Jul 21 09:50:02 That makes sense Jul 21 09:51:09 I have some things to do in Freiburg and Einsbaden, it will give me some peace of mind to know she is looked after Jul 21 09:52:00 Have you discussed it with Jarvie? Jul 21 09:52:12 Not yet Jul 21 09:52:52 * Morgan nods Jul 21 09:52:58 I don't see my parents having an issue with it Jul 21 09:53:07 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 09:53:41 Keeping her and our baby safe is my utmost priority Jul 21 09:54:27 Yesterdays given you something of a scare? Jul 21 09:55:05 It has certainly made me more aware of the possible dangers. You get used to that at sea, but not on land Jul 21 09:56:48 * Morgan nods Jul 21 09:57:04 You get used to feeling safer on land Jul 21 10:01:07 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 10:01:30 I will join her again before the baby comes Jul 21 10:02:41 You have much to do? Jul 21 10:04:38 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 10:05:31 I have trade agreements coming out of my ears. More cargo than space. Also a new wing is being put on the orphanage, I want to help the children transition into it Jul 21 10:07:07 I may be able to help with the trade... Jul 21 10:08:43 * Grendlik nods "do you have ships near completion?" Jul 21 10:09:55 * Morgan nods Jul 21 10:10:15 I have one very close to completion... Jul 21 10:11:04 Perhaps tomorrow we could spend some time during the travel working out something mutually beneficial? Jul 21 10:11:25 I imagine so, yes Jul 21 10:12:18 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 10:12:38 I will bid you good evening then. I hope your ladies are not too cold Jul 21 10:12:49 * Morgan inclines his head Jul 21 10:12:52 Goodnight captain Jul 21 10:13:54 * Grendlik goes off singing that piece of opera music quietly, looking keen to get back to Jarvie Jul 21 10:14:46 * Grendlik passes Molly on the stairs, bidding her goodnight too. She smiles Jul 21 10:14:57 * Morgan smiles briefly Jul 21 10:15:01 * Grendlik is now known as Molly Jul 21 10:15:25 Shall we go to the barn, my love? Jul 21 10:15:50 Aye, best had Jul 21 10:16:06 * Molly walks beside him into the night Jul 21 10:16:31 I was thinking of asking Grendlik to teach me something new to sing at the wedding Jul 21 10:17:21 Oh? Jul 21 10:17:54 Edward has asked me to sing Jul 21 10:18:05 * Morgan nods Jul 21 10:18:15 * Molly glances at him Jul 21 10:18:35 And I do not think The Bear And The Maiden Fair would go down well Jul 21 10:19:25 No, I daresay my father would have much to say about that Jul 21 10:19:48 I cannot imagine your Father would have any clue what it eludes to! Jul 21 10:20:27 He was a sailor, at the very least he'd recognise a bawdy song Jul 21 10:20:46 * Molly smiles Jul 21 10:21:08 True. And I know Heinzharold definitely would! Jul 21 10:21:22 * Morgan nods Jul 21 10:21:24 absolutely Jul 21 10:23:34 It's kind of the farmer to put us up, I did not look forward to more hours on the road Jul 21 10:24:08 * Morgan nods Jul 21 10:24:18 My father had me deal with him Jul 21 10:25:43 You have a more common touch, my love Jul 21 10:26:41 I suppose so Jul 21 10:28:16 * Molly takes his hand Jul 21 10:29:05 You do not have that barrier that he does. You are able to deal well with people from all walks of life. It is one of my very favourite things about you Jul 21 10:31:04 * Morgan nods Jul 21 10:34:31 *It's a bit of a squeeze with their six horses, two from the farm, and four dairy cows in the dark barn, leaving the two couples just the hayloft, which is thankfully a little warmer than outside, where Claudia has indeed gone into the coach. Molly and Inga are moving the hay into piles before covering it with blankets. The space is about ten feet Jul 21 10:34:31 by ten feet. The women have made a bed-like area each towards the eaves. Jul 21 10:36:28 I: Morgan, will Claudia be okay out there? Jul 21 10:36:34 * Morgan nods Jul 21 10:36:52 I'm going to give her some hot rocks to help keep her warm Jul 21 10:37:17 *The single lamp is hung on the rafter, giving just a little light* Jul 21 10:37:46 HH: Whatsa man gotta do to get a hot rock, then? Jul 21 10:39:08 In a barn full of hay? Jul 21 10:39:54 HH: Warm Rock? Jul 21 10:40:48 * Morgan nods Jul 21 10:40:52 I'll be back in a minute Jul 21 10:41:51 * Molly is now known as Claudia Jul 21 10:42:06 * Claudia is in the carriage Jul 21 10:42:18 * Morgan gets some warm rocks before knocking on the door Jul 21 10:43:43 * Claudia unlocks it Jul 21 10:43:51 Hey Jul 21 10:44:33 Got something to help you stay warm Jul 21 10:46:44 * Claudia takes them Jul 21 10:46:52 Thanks. Jul 21 10:47:10 * Morgan nods, looking at her Jul 21 10:47:12 How you doing? Jul 21 10:48:34 * Claudia nods Jul 21 10:48:41 I'm fine. You? Jul 21 10:49:10 * Morgan nods Jul 21 10:49:14 'M alright Jul 21 10:51:06 * Claudia nods Jul 21 10:51:24 Apart from having to share a bed with Heinzharold Jul 21 10:52:05 He and Inga have set up their own little area on one side of the hayloft Jul 21 10:53:11 * Claudia nods Jul 21 10:54:00 He whinging about the cold yet? Jul 21 10:55:45 * Morgan nods Jul 21 10:55:52 Wants some warm rocks Jul 21 10:56:25 * Claudia nods Jul 21 10:56:32 Better get him some Jul 21 10:57:41 * Morgan nods Jul 21 10:57:46 Sleep well Claudia Jul 21 10:58:44 And you Jul 21 10:59:16 * Morgan snorts, walking away to collect more rocks Jul 21 11:00:46 *he finds plenty. Back in the loft the others have settled, and the bottle of whiskey that survived from yesterday is being handed round Jul 21 11:00:55 * Claudia is now known as Molly Jul 21 11:01:11 * Morgan distributes the warm rocks Jul 21 11:03:05 * Molly hands him the whiskey. HH sprawls on the hay, resting on one elbow Jul 21 11:03:19 HH: kinda cosy, like a sleepover Jul 21 11:03:35 * Morgan takes a mouthful of whiskey Jul 21 11:04:27 [This is rather our luck, my love] Jul 21 11:04:43 * Molly starts undoing her hair Jul 21 11:05:31 [aye, it is rather] Jul 21 11:05:57 [Varick is not in our room, but we have Heinzharold instead!] Jul 21 11:06:58 [we swapped one child for another] Jul 21 11:07:31 * Molly starts giggling. To the others it looks completely unprovoked Jul 21 11:08:05 HH: *he looks over* are we missing something? Jul 21 11:08:47 * Molly shakes her head "no" [we are though!] Jul 21 11:09:36 * Morgan smirks, drinking some more before passing the bottle on Jul 21 11:09:54 HH takes it: Hang on, do we get sung to sleep too tonight? Jul 21 11:10:53 * Molly looks at Morgan "didn't I say that was husband privileges?" Jul 21 11:11:32 I believe so Jul 21 11:11:41 *Inga extinguishes the lamp before taking the bottle from Heinzharold* Jul 21 11:12:00 HH: You gonna share her with us, just for tonight? Jul 21 11:12:56 Awwww, do you want someone to sing you to sleep? Jul 21 11:13:49 HH: Yeah Jul 21 11:14:45 * Morgan nods, settling onto the hay Jul 21 11:15:53 * Molly lays down beside him in the dark. She tucks her head beneath his chin, her hair smelling of rose water as usual Jul 21 11:16:07 [do you want me to sing to him too?] Jul 21 11:16:15 [may as well] Jul 21 11:16:58 [oh, the nightmare trap is in the trunk. Will you be alright?] Jul 21 11:17:13 Okay, Heinzharold, but just tonight Jul 21 11:17:29 [I'll have to be] Jul 21 11:18:18 [I could get up again, but it is rather nice to be this close to you] Jul 21 11:18:36 [No, stay here] Jul 21 11:18:55 *he can hear HH and Inga whispering their Goodnights to each other* Jul 21 11:19:26 [Always. Goodnight, my love] Jul 21 11:20:12 [goodnight blossom] Jul 21 11:20:26 **Molly does sing them all to sleep. He has no idea how quick it works for the others, because as familiar as it is to him he is out almost immediately** Jul 21 11:22:32 **He starts to dream. Interrupted from going to his meeting with the priest to arrange his wedding to Dietlinde by the news of Edward's elopement, Morgan had very grudgingly conceded to Verity taking the message herself. The journey with Adalbrecht up through Bahnhof, through Kiev, to Baden then the ferry to Freiburg has been done at a pounding Jul 21 11:22:49 pace, taking turns to sleep in the saddle. They had alighted from the boat, Adalbrecht still angry with Morgan all these days later, and gone straight to Hapsburg's townhouse in a good area of the city. Jul 21 11:22:49 *Most frustratingly, Morgan had been sent away from the meeting between the elopers and their Fathers, even Edward assuring him he could manage. So he is in the back garden feeling irritated and also heartsore. The garden is pretty though, even in the winter. What is also pretty is the sound of feminine singing from over the five foot wall into the Jul 21 11:22:49 next garden. In this row of terraced noble houses, it is unusual to hear a sea shanty though. Jul 21 11:23:50 * Morgan wanders over to the wall Jul 21 11:24:32 "A-roving, a-roving Jul 21 11:24:33 Since roving's been my ru-i-n Jul 21 11:24:33 I'll go no more a-roving Jul 21 11:24:33 With you, fair maid" Jul 21 11:24:33 *he knows the song well. There's a plant stand built into the wall, high enough and solid enough for him to climb on* Jul 21 11:27:01 **The young woman, though really not much more than a girl, is swinging very high on a swing tied beneath an oak tree. Her unbound dark red curly hair streams out from behind her. Her silk skirts and petticoats move up as she goes forward, and beneath them she is wearing rough linen trousers, like a man on a ship would wear. Like Claudia would Jul 21 11:27:01 wear. She doesn't notice him** Jul 21 11:27:23 * Morgan watches her Jul 21 11:28:19 ACTION continues singing. She appears to be alone in the garden, no supervision or staff. "I asked this maid to take a walk, Jul 21 11:28:19 Mark well what I do say! Jul 21 11:28:19 I asked this maid out for a walk, Jul 21 11:28:19 That we might have some private talk. Jul 21 11:28:19 I'll go no more a-roving with you fair maid!" Jul 21 11:28:21 * Received a CTCP from Molly (to #7thsea) Jul 21 11:29:12 Aren't you a bit young for a song like that? Jul 21 11:29:37 * Molly glances over with a smile Jul 21 11:29:54 I'm old enough to be at Court, so no. Jul 21 11:30:33 * Morgan shrugs Jul 21 11:30:35 That's me told I suppose Jul 21 11:30:48 * Molly smiles again Jul 21 11:31:02 You must be the brother, I think? *She lets the swing slow* Jul 21 11:31:19 * Morgan nods Jul 21 11:31:25 You've heard much from them I suppose? Jul 21 11:31:31 * Molly nods Jul 21 11:31:45 Edward and Mina? Yes, we're friends Jul 21 11:32:01 *She gestures with a head movement* Come on over, if you can climb walls. Or I'll let you in the secret gate if you can't. Jul 21 11:32:34 * Morgan glances round before scaling the wall Jul 21 11:33:01 * Molly watches him, slowing more Jul 21 11:33:28 I bet you're up the rigging like a monkey up a tree Jul 21 11:33:40 A fair assessment Jul 21 11:34:55 *There's a bench opposite the swing. She's gently moving back and forth now, trousers covered. This garden is even nicer than Hapsburg's* Jul 21 11:35:21 * Morgan sits on the bench Jul 21 11:35:46 * Molly pushes her hair from her face Jul 21 11:35:59 This is my Godparents' house. They've just bought it. Jul 21 11:36:23 * Morgan nods Jul 21 11:36:29 Very nice garden they've got Jul 21 11:36:37 * Molly nods Jul 21 11:36:51 Next door is nice too Jul 21 11:37:02 * Morgan nods Jul 21 11:38:03 * Molly watches him, looking quite relaxed and confident. She pushes with her feet on the floor to make the swing move in a permanent fidget, like she has more energy than can be contained* Jul 21 11:38:07 You won't be able to overturn their marriage, you know. Jul 21 11:38:57 No? Jul 21 11:39:04 My Godfather had a hand in it, and he is very powerful. Jul 21 11:39:14 Who's he? Jul 21 11:39:35 He _was_ Freiarr Anhalt-Duessa, but last month the Eisenfurstin made him Duke Anhalt and his land into a Duchy. Jul 21 11:40:14 I see... and why would he care enough to help them? Jul 21 11:40:26 * Molly smiles, shrugging Jul 21 11:40:39 I have no idea. They all tell me next to nothing. Jul 21 11:40:54 I see Jul 21 11:41:15 * Molly nods Jul 21 11:42:11 So you'll be going back to Sudlachenburg empty-handed, I'm afraid *she doesn't look unhappy about his potential failure* Jul 21 11:42:30 That clearly troubles you a great deal... Jul 21 11:42:51 * Molly laughs. It's very genuine and utterly uncourtly Jul 21 11:43:23 They love each other. They're married, by a church and by a bed. Jul 21 11:44:37 * Morgan shrugs Jul 21 11:44:58 * Molly twists the swing side to side Jul 21 11:45:08 Are you going to Court tomorrow? Jul 21 11:45:20 Not if I can help it Jul 21 11:45:29 * Molly laughs again Jul 21 11:46:17 But think of all the poor, desperate girls eager to become a Veisgrafin! Oh, and to spend time with you, I guess! Jul 21 11:47:27 * Morgan shrugs, looking around Jul 21 11:47:34 They're all out of luck Jul 21 11:47:54 * Molly looks curious Jul 21 11:48:22 Funny, Edward didn't mention you were already in negotiations. Who is the lucky title huntress? Jul 21 11:48:54 Thats because he doesn't know, and its not like that Jul 21 11:49:23 * Molly scuffs her shoes a little on the ground Jul 21 11:49:29 Not a love match?! Jul 21 11:49:33 * Morgan nods Jul 21 11:49:54 * Molly looks cynical Jul 21 11:50:20 They'll let you marry someone you actually love? Is that allowed nowadays? Jul 21 11:50:54 Not if ,y father has anything to do with it Jul 21 11:51:03 * Molly nods Jul 21 11:51:36 Aren't Fathers just wonderful(!) Jul 21 11:52:07 You take issue with yours, I take it? Jul 21 11:52:13 * Molly nods Jul 21 11:53:07 My family would say I am here to go to Court, take advance my Godfather's connections, and make a match. Jul 21 11:54:19 But you do not wish to Jul 21 11:55:18 No.I would say I have been sent here to mend a broken heart, make my family's lives easier, and be palmed off on some dull-witted, tedious, young peacock! Jul 21 11:56:11 * Molly moves the swing back and forward Jul 21 11:56:35 Mend a broken heart? Jul 21 11:56:44 The rest I get, but... Jul 21 11:56:46 * Molly nods Jul 21 11:56:50 My cousin-once-removed just married my sister. Jul 21 11:57:54 And that has upset you Jul 21 11:58:20 I love him. He loves me. We love the sea. Our family want him to stay home and stop sailing, make babies. Jul 21 11:58:43 * Morgan nods Jul 21 11:59:24 *she has a frustration borne of sadness about her* I am a "bad influence", and my sister Cecily is sweet, family orientated, and the biggest landlubber to ever…*she searches for a term* landlubb? Is that even a word? Jul 21 12:02:14 To landlubb, the act of being useless at sea Jul 21 12:02:22 * Molly nods vigorously Jul 21 12:02:52 That's her! She gets both feet on deck and she's already crying about feeling sick! Jul 21 12:04:15 There's a very easy remedy for that Jul 21 12:05:17 Don't marry her to a man with the tides in his veins? Jul 21 12:07:43 Keep her off the damn ship, actually... but that works too Jul 21 12:09:01 He was going to buy a decommissioned Spitzer, but they've stopped that too. Jul 21 12:10:34 Unfortunate Jul 21 12:10:43 * Molly looks pained, again scuffing the ground "He doesn't even like her like that! He says her hair is too blonde, her eyes are too deep a blue. And she would never throw off all duty just to sail towards an empty horizon and see where fate takes them!" Jul 21 12:11:14 * Morgan nods sympathetically Jul 21 12:11:36 So, I have a plan. Jul 21 12:12:17 Oh? Jul 21 12:12:54 I am going to woo the oldest, sickest old Lord I can find, then in a few years I will be a widow, with my dowry, buy a ship, and leave. Jul 21 12:13:16 Those few years could be miserable Jul 21 12:14:16 Not if I think of the sea, the open water and the waves. Not if I think of my future ship, the way she will tell me if she is hurting or it is too much. Jul 21 12:15:43 * Morgan shrugs Jul 21 12:15:46 I hope you're right Jul 21 12:15:54 * Molly nods Jul 21 12:16:03 Anyway, tell me about your problem Jul 21 12:16:51 Who said I have one? Jul 21 12:17:24 Your Father won't let you marry the girl you want... Jul 21 12:18:14 No Jul 21 12:18:23 Why not? Jul 21 12:18:36 She is not of noble birth Jul 21 12:18:50 Oh dear, that's a big problem... Jul 21 12:19:46 * Molly looks devious rather than judgemental or hopeless Jul 21 12:20:08 * Morgan nods Jul 21 12:20:40 Can't you just get her titled? She's only got to be a gentleman's daughter Jul 21 12:22:41 Finding someone to do that wouldn't be... easy Jul 21 12:23:16 You'd need your Graf or Eisenfurst. Yeah, I think you're in a bit of a bind there... Jul 21 12:23:43 My Graf is... less than inclined to help Jul 21 12:24:03 * Molly twists the swing around and around before letting it go and spinning on it Jul 21 12:24:23 Why don't you just go home and elope? Jul 21 12:24:51 Because I have been forced into giving my word that I won't Jul 21 12:25:19 That was forced, it doesn't count Jul 21 12:27:09 * Morgan scowls Jul 21 12:28:07 * Molly shrugs "Your word is more important than she is?" Jul 21 12:29:41 My word is part of who I am... part of who she loves Jul 21 12:30:12 So you'd rather lose everything than think for yourself? Jul 21 12:31:01 * Morgan glares at her Jul 21 12:31:05 I wouldn't expect you to understand Jul 21 12:31:24 * Molly looks back at him, not at all cowed Jul 21 12:31:30 Because I am a woman? Jul 21 12:32:57 Because you have no concept of duty or that by going back on my word shows I cannot be trusted Jul 21 12:33:17 * Molly gets off the swing, looking very cross Jul 21 12:34:04 _I_ have no concept of duty, when three weeks ago I held my sisters bouquet whilst she married the man of my dreams at her and my family's wishes?! Jul 21 12:34:48 But you plan to just disappear when you have the money to... where is your duty now? Jul 21 12:35:45 Better than I lie beneath some entitled twit who makes my soul wither with boredom and pop out a horde of his children? Jul 21 12:36:04 * Morgan looks away Jul 21 12:36:07 * Molly moves closer Jul 21 12:36:15 I'm sorry. I'm angry and took it out on you Jul 21 12:36:32 Well now I am angry too! Jul 21 12:36:57 * Molly looks a little sheepish "_Angrier_, at any rate" Jul 21 12:37:05 * Morgan nods Jul 21 12:37:54 It's all so bloody, hopelessly constraining! Jul 21 12:38:02 * Morgan nods Jul 21 12:38:56 * Molly stamps her foot. It doesn't come across as a rage against the world, but as a sad, angry little girl who feels very hurt. "it's so very unfair!" Jul 21 12:39:51 * Morgan nods Jul 21 12:39:53 Yes it is Jul 21 12:39:58 * Molly flops down on the bench beside him "Come to Court?" Jul 21 12:40:48 * Morgan sighs Jul 21 12:40:54 I can't say I want to Jul 21 12:41:11 Go on... They can find us some awful, simpering, idiotic spouses, and we can covertly add brandy to our punch. Jul 21 12:42:10 I'll come, bur if anyone tries to arrange a spouse, I'll defenestrate them Jul 21 12:42:19 * Molly laughs Jul 21 12:42:51 Sounds like a deal *she spits in her hand before holding it out* Jul 21 12:43:23 * Morgan spits in his own hand before shaking hers Jul 21 12:44:03 * Molly nods, smiling. It's then that he hears someone from Hapsburg's garden calling "My Lord Koertig?" Jul 21 12:45:40 * Morgan rolls his eyes, standing to look over the wall Jul 21 12:45:43 what? Jul 21 12:46:03 * Molly smiles, speaking quietly "I guess you don't answer to Tiggy, like Edward does?". It's a maid Jul 21 12:46:31 * Morgan shakes his head slightly Jul 21 12:46:34 Maid: It's time for lunch, my Lord Jul 21 12:55:32 * Molly has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 21 13:00:55 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 21 13:01:02 [12:35:56] Molly: Maid: It's time for lunch, my Lord Jul 21 13:01:46 * Morgan nods Jul 21 13:02:12 Well then, god daughter us duke Anhalt, I'm afraid you'll have to excuse me Jul 21 13:02:32 Molly. Molly Rosenkrantz. Jul 21 13:04:20 * Morgan inclines his head Jul 21 13:04:21 Morgan Jul 21 13:04:29 * MollyK smiles Jul 21 13:04:33 I know. Jul 21 13:04:50 Of course you do Jul 21 13:04:57 * Morgan climbs back over the wall Jul 21 13:05:09 Don't forget tomorrow Jul 21 13:05:59 Go to court... hardly likely to forget having to do that Jul 21 13:06:20 * MollyK laughs "bye, Morgan" Jul 21 13:07:01 goodbye Molly Jul 21 13:07:56 *in the dinning room, Hapsburg and Adalbrecht are opposite each other, and their children face each other too, like points of a compass. It leaves Morgan the dilemma of where to sit Jul 21 13:08:47 * Morgan goes to sit by his brother Jul 21 13:09:07 * MollyK is now known as Hapsburg Jul 21 13:09:40 *Edward inclines his head to Morgan* it's good to see you, brother Jul 21 13:10:24 * Morgan nods Jul 21 13:10:57 *Mina just smiles. Despite everything, she looks happy and glowing* Jul 21 13:11:38 I can't say I am not surprised Jul 21 13:12:15 A dreadful surprise. Jul 21 13:12:26 * Morgan looks at Hapsburg Jul 21 13:12:38 *Edward looks unmoved by the comment* Jul 21 13:12:49 Are you insulting my brother or my family? Jul 21 13:13:39 The situation. I do not dislike your brother, and certainly not your family Jul 21 13:14:02 Are they a good match? Jul 21 13:14:26 * Hapsburg nods a little Jul 21 13:14:33 I suppose they are Jul 21 13:15:13 You fear he will not treat her well? Jul 21 13:15:22 No *he concedes* Jul 21 13:15:35 * Morgan looks at his father Jul 21 13:15:51 You think her family beneath us? Jul 21 13:15:54 *Adalbrecht snaps* People do not just run off and elope. Jul 21 13:16:29 So you are just displeased that you had no say in it, not the match itself Jul 21 13:16:51 As: I would have preferred her married to you. Jul 21 13:17:15 *this is incredibly awakward, the others quiet* Jul 21 13:18:43 Well, that is not, and was not, going to happen. So, I suggest the both of you stop bemoaning what has happened, accept they are socially a decent match, and start working on how to move forward together Jul 21 13:19:20 *edward looks grateful. Mina sets down her fork gently* Jul 21 13:20:11 M: Father, might I go next door to visit Molly? Her modiste is coming this afternoon, and I would like to help her pick something for the ball? Jul 21 13:20:27 * Hapsburg is busy watching Adalbrecht, and vice versa Jul 21 13:21:22 *Edward sighs, looking to Morgan* She's the goddaughter of Duke Anhalt, they've just moved in Jul 21 13:22:20 I know, I've met her... Lady Hapsburg, please, go and see her... I rather think she needs a friend right now Jul 21 13:22:51 *Mina goes before anyone can object* Jul 21 13:23:20 Ad: Now _that_ would be a good match *he's watching Morgan now* Jul 21 13:23:55 You've dragged me across the country to have me sit outside and wait, I would advise you concentrate on the issue _immediately_ at hand Jul 21 13:25:11 Ad: *he looks to Hapburg* If my son had asked my permission to Court and wed, after an appropriate duration of courtship, your daughter, I would have given him my blessing... Jul 21 13:26:42 * Morgan just sits quietly Jul 21 13:27:32 * Hapsburg nods "I would have also given my blessing, on the same conditions" Jul 21 13:28:12 Ad: Then we have common ground to begin the process of settling financial matters. Jul 21 13:28:45 * Hapsburg nods, eating. Edward looks at Morgan with a shrug of "what just happened?!" Jul 21 13:29:28 * Morgan shrugs slightly with a roll of his eyes Jul 21 13:29:34 Ad: Now, Morgan. The Duke's Goddaughter... is she pretty? Jul 21 13:29:45 *Edward mutters* Sorry. Jul 21 13:30:15 * Morgan looks at his father briefly Jul 21 13:30:28 I don't believe my lord wishes to discuss this right now Jul 21 13:31:04 Ad: I think this is a wonderful time to discuss a good alliance approved by your father. Jul 21 13:31:45 * Morgan sighs before drawing back his shoulders Jul 21 13:32:14 Then you are opening yourself up to embarrassment in front of your host Jul 21 13:32:46 Ad: Or you will behave like a gentleman Jul 21 13:32:57 * Morgan looks at his father Jul 21 13:33:06 E: *he looks puzzled by the tension* Jul 21 13:33:17 You've failed to alienate one son, so the other now gets the full effort of it, I see. Jul 21 13:33:32 Ad: Answer the question Jul 21 13:34:04 E: Father... *Adalbrecht looks at his second son* Hold your tongue, Edward. Jul 21 13:34:38 * Morgan tilts his head Jul 21 13:35:41 Why do you care? She is a good social match so my thoughts on her are absolutely fucking irrelevant to you. You'll do what you want to do until someone points out you're acting like an pompous ass Jul 21 13:35:51 * Morgan stands up, shoving his chair backwards Jul 21 13:36:18 Ad: You will sit. NOW! Jul 21 13:36:34 * Hapsburg shakes his head, sipping his water "It's a moot point, Adalbrecht. Anhalt won't have him." Jul 21 13:37:09 E: *he looks quite protective of Morgan* Jul 21 13:37:38 There, you have what you need, I'm not good enough. Jul 21 13:37:46 Ad: Won't have him?! He is a Veisgraf! Jul 21 13:38:55 She is a _Duke's_ Goddaughter, and he is Eisenfurstin Posen's closest ally. They are looking at Eisenfurst Fischler or Eisenfurst Trague for her. Jul 21 13:39:32 * Morgan moves slowly away from the table Jul 21 13:40:04 E: *he stands up, following. This leaves the older men bickering about this* Jul 21 13:40:09 * Hapsburg is now known as Edward Jul 21 13:40:18 Are you alright? Jul 21 13:40:27 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 21 13:40:40 No. Jul 21 13:41:20 Come on, let's go out in town. Jul 21 13:41:35 * Morgan shrugs Jul 21 13:42:27 * Edward leads him to the stable, the sharp smell of horse manure waking him to the same smell in the barn Jul 21 13:43:03 * Morgan stares up at the rafters, trying to work out the time Jul 21 13:43:36 *it's about two. The other three occupants all sound asleep Jul 21 13:43:54 * Morgan scowls, trying to go back to sleep, not wanting to Jul 21 13:45:16 *it takes about half an hour. He dreams they are in Eisenfurst Fischler's house, cards swept from the table in the fanciest drawing room. The light is quite low, and her dress pulled up to her waist. He teases her with the tip of his erection until she is begging before he gives her his full length. He holds her down roughly, watching how she Jul 21 13:45:17 revels in the restraint and submission, and he fucks her hard and fast, taking her as he wants. He's close to release when the dawn watch wakes him, very hard and also close to the point of no return in reality, still wearing all his clothes as protection from the cold and the hay** Jul 21 13:46:24 * Morgan rolls, sitting up and frowning Jul 21 13:47:04 *Molly stirs a little beside him* [Nightmare, my love?] Jul 21 13:47:12 * Edward is now known as Molly Jul 21 13:48:04 [First. Then a... dirty dream] Jul 21 13:48:29 [are you alright?] Jul 21 13:49:15 [I will be] Jul 21 13:49:31 [what time is it?] Jul 21 13:50:19 * Morgan tries to figure that out Jul 21 13:50:38 *it's about half after six* Jul 21 13:51:05 [half six. We need to get up and ready Jul 21 13:51:34 [Alright, my love] Jul 21 13:52:42 * Molly sits up, her elbow bumping his as she starts to fix her hair [we can talk about it on the way?] Jul 21 13:52:54 [I suppose] Jul 21 13:53:04 [do you need my help?] Jul 21 13:54:45 [No, I'm ok] Jul 21 13:55:37 [alright. Shall I wake Heinzharold and Inga?] Jul 21 13:55:46 [better had] Jul 21 13:56:34 * Molly sticks a couple of pins in before kissing his cheek, staying close to him a minute Jul 21 13:58:01 * Morgan waits til she moves away to get up and head outside Jul 21 13:58:18 *It is cold, and still dark* Jul 21 13:58:50 * Morgan sets about gathering rocks to heat before taking them to the carriage, banging on the door Jul 21 13:59:01 * Molly is now known as Claudia Jul 21 13:59:08 * Claudia opens the door Jul 21 13:59:15 Thanks. Morning. Jul 21 13:59:46 * Morgan nods Jul 21 13:59:57 Hopefully it'll warm it up enough for whoever rides in it this morning Jul 21 14:00:13 Stayed pretty warm last night Jul 21 14:00:17 * Claudia climbs out Jul 21 14:01:45 * Morgan nods Jul 21 14:01:48 You sleep? Jul 21 14:03:25 Really well Jul 21 14:03:30 You? Jul 21 14:03:43 badly Jul 21 14:04:00 Makes a change (!) Jul 21 14:04:08 * Morgan nods morosely Jul 21 14:04:34 Need to talk, or need to get on the road? Jul 21 14:04:53 I'm just grumpy, I'll be alright. We need to get moving Jul 21 14:05:12 * Claudia nods, stretching Jul 21 14:05:34 I'll go in the house and rally the troops Jul 21 14:05:45 It'll make a change to be chasing up my father Jul 21 14:05:50 * Claudia nods Jul 21 14:05:59 That's the bit I'm looking forward to Jul 21 14:06:34 Thought it might be Jul 21 14:06:45 **Claudia goes off. The farmer is outside, it's still mostly dark. He's headed for the barn, wrapped up against the bitter cold** Jul 21 14:06:46 Sorry, don't want to disturb y'all, but cows gotta be milked. Jul 21 14:07:09 Disturb away. I'll give you a hand until the others are ready Jul 21 14:07:47 *He leads the way in. There's already laughter from his wife and friends up above* Jul 21 14:07:51 * Claudia is now known as Molly Jul 21 14:08:46 F: You all know how to milk? Jul 21 14:10:00 My wife and I do. I wouldn't advise letting my friend there milk anything after what he told a maid in Avalon Jul 21 14:10:16 * Morgan is already getting himself set up Jul 21 14:10:23 F: what would that be? Jul 21 14:10:31 * Molly is coming down the ladder Jul 21 14:11:19 He wasn't sure how to say he'd get some milk... so he ended up telling her he'd milk himself Jul 21 14:12:24 *The farmer looks shocked but laughs heartily, grabbing more buckets* I bet that made the poor girl laugh Jul 21 14:12:54 * Molly comes over, looking excited "We're milking?!" Jul 21 14:13:14 * Morgan nods Jul 21 14:13:44 F: *he nods* You'll be doing me a big favour. I'll let you get on. *he shuffles off out* Jul 21 14:14:45 * Molly calls up to HH as she gets set up . She smirks at Morgan "Heinzharold, time to milk yourself!" Jul 21 14:15:33 * Morgan looks over at the door Jul 21 14:16:20 *The farmer is gone. Molly watches Morgan* what, my love? Jul 21 14:17:03 Just figured that was the perfect time for my father to appear Jul 21 14:17:09 * Molly laughs Jul 21 14:17:16 *HH can be heard grumbling as he comes down, followed by Inga. Inga whispers in Molly's ear as she passes, and they both giggle* Jul 21 14:19:02 * Morgan watches them for a moment before getting on with his task Jul 21 14:19:08 HH gets a stool and a bucket: 'Member, Morgan, the bulls are the ones with only one teat, an' ya shouldn't tug on it Jul 21 14:19:17 *Inga giggles* Jul 21 14:19:38 **Molly looks confused** Bulls don't have any teats Jul 21 14:19:45 He's not meaning that... Jul 21 14:20:21 HH grins: g' luck, man! Jul 21 14:20:31 * Molly starts milking the cow Jul 21 14:20:37 What does he mean? Jul 21 14:21:10 * Molly gives Morgan an innocentish smile Jul 21 14:21:36 [Think of it as if... I was the bull...] Jul 21 14:22:33 [oh yes, I will think of that all morning!] *she sticks her tongue out at him* Jul 21 14:23:22 [well, that's what he means...] Jul 21 14:24:18 * Molly nods. The milk starts to flow from the cow, similar to his dream the night before of her draining the excess milk from her breasts beside the carriage Jul 21 14:25:16 * Morgan tries to concentrate Jul 21 14:25:25 **whilst Inga works quietly, Molly and HH get to milking. They seem to be having a competition for who is best at it. HH squirts milk at Morgan's boot, missing it* Jul 21 14:26:10 I know you're incapable of being serious but... this stuff is their livelihood, the stuff that keeps them alive... lets not mess about and waste it Jul 21 14:26:38 HH: I'll pay them, don't worry Jul 21 14:27:16 When you milked the cow that wasn't a cow... did your coffee taste, I don't know, salty? Jul 21 14:28:32 *HH laughs, giving another little squirt towards Morgan's boot, missing again. Molly shakes her head, giggling* Your accuracy is dreadful anyway, Heinzharold. You clearly don't have the skill for this that I do. Jul 21 14:29:02 * Morgan murmurs quietly Jul 21 14:29:04 Oh dear Jul 21 14:29:18 HH grins: Yeah I do! Open your mouth, I'll show you. Jul 21 14:29:36 * Morgan glances at the door Jul 21 14:29:51 *it's shut* Jul 21 14:30:02 ACTION looks amused, and opens her mouth, tongue down and waiting. HH grins at Morgan a moment, speaking quietly "don't see a Duchess do that very often" Jul 21 14:30:02 * Received a CTCP from Molly (to #7thsea) Jul 21 14:31:43 You might not... Jul 21 14:32:34 *HH starts laughing: I meant doing what she's told! Jul 21 14:35:15 * Molly just watches them, waiting with her mouth open Jul 21 14:35:34 Uh huh Jul 21 14:35:45 *HH does manage to spray it in her mouth, only a little down her chin. He looks proud of himself* See! Great aim. Jul 21 14:36:38 * Molly swallows, wipes her chin, then looks at Morgan with a shrug "Anyone can do that! It's easy!" Jul 21 14:37:09 * Morgan nods Jul 21 14:37:49 [did you want to prove it to him?] Jul 21 14:38:13 * Morgan glances over before squirting milk at HeinzHarolds face Jul 21 14:38:58 HH: *he splutters, wiping off the milk that drips from his fingers* Morgan! Jul 21 14:39:15 * Molly and Inga are laughing at this Jul 21 14:39:36 * Morgan smirks, getting back to work Jul 21 14:40:27 *After a few moments, he notices a warm damp feeling on his outer shin* Jul 21 14:40:51 * Morgan looks down Jul 21 14:41:56 *there's a little wet patch on his trousers, nothing too serious, on the side nearest Molly* Jul 21 14:42:00 * Molly smiles sweetly, saying in a sing-song sort of tone "oopsie, my hand slipped and it went everywhere!" Jul 21 14:42:26 *HH watches them, smirking* Jul 21 14:42:48 I'm sure Jul 21 14:43:14 HH: Not saving y' if he tries to get revenge! Jul 21 14:43:37 * Molly nods, smiling "That is what I was counting on..." Jul 21 14:45:00 * Morgan sniggers Jul 21 14:45:18 *Inga stands up* I'm all done Jul 21 14:45:43 *HH grins* She's quick, this one Jul 21 14:45:59 That must be a great help to you Jul 21 14:46:51 *HH laughs* Mebbie. A gentleman doesn' kiss an' tell Jul 21 14:47:23 So you'll be telling soon then Jul 21 14:47:51 HH: Ouch, right in the honour. Jul 21 14:48:28 * Morgan nods Jul 21 14:48:30 Good aim see Jul 21 14:48:38 * Molly finishes next. HH looks at Morgan "race to the finish?" Jul 21 14:51:26 * Molly watches them "Be gentle, you'll make the girls sore" Jul 21 14:51:51 Oh that says an awful lot about you, HeinzHarold Jul 21 14:52:58 HH: hey, Inga was done ages ago, seems reasonable to me Jul 21 14:53:55 * Molly giggles, covering her face. Inga is out of earshot Jul 21 14:54:55 Hate to tell you this, but... this ones done Jul 21 14:55:53 HH: Ah damn Jul 21 14:58:07 * Molly is waiting when they are done, watching HH go and wipe his milky fingers on Inga's face as they head to the house Jul 21 14:58:33 Are you here for vengeance, mon petit chou? Jul 21 14:58:50 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 21 14:58:55 No, not at the moment Jul 21 14:59:02 * Molly watches him Jul 21 14:59:27 You are still not pleased? Jul 21 14:59:55 I'm just... in a bad mood Jul 21 15:00:03 * Molly nods sadly Jul 21 15:00:15 There is nothing I can do that would help? Jul 21 15:00:28 I'll be alright Jul 21 15:00:44 * Molly nods Jul 21 15:00:52 I dreamt of Capperlucia Jul 21 15:01:13 Oh? Jul 21 15:01:57 We were at a winter festival. It was still warm. There were fireworks, and Betuana and her daughters were leading the ceremony Jul 21 15:02:31 * Morgan nods Jul 21 15:02:52 It was exciting, but I was sad that Inga was missing it Jul 21 15:03:03 Where was she? Jul 21 15:03:15 Gottkirchen Jul 21 15:03:21 Babied up? Jul 21 15:03:35 * Molly glances at him, smiling Jul 21 15:03:40 An interesting term Jul 21 15:04:19 * Morgan nods Jul 21 15:04:44 But yes, she was indeed enciente, as Mina says Jul 21 15:04:59 * Morgan nods Jul 21 15:06:53 * Molly walks beside him. It's getting light. Jul 21 15:07:04 It was this time next year Jul 21 15:07:52 * Morgan nods Jul 21 15:07:57 And HeinzHarold? Jul 21 15:08:50 No, he was not babied up Jul 21 15:08:56 * Molly smirks Jul 21 15:09:41 He'll be relieved then Jul 21 15:10:25 * Molly nods Jul 21 15:10:39 He stayed home with her. You had insisted on it Jul 21 15:11:14 Sounds like the sort of thing I'd do Jul 21 15:11:30 * Molly nods Jul 21 15:11:59 Very much. You weren't keen on the fact we all had to be naked for the ceremony though. Jul 21 15:12:19 * Morgan stops Jul 21 15:12:22 I'm sorry, what? Jul 21 15:13:27 * Molly tries so hard to stay straightfaced, but it is her eyes that give it away Jul 21 15:13:58 Mmhmmm... totally skyclad. Jul 21 15:14:06 * Morgan shakes his head slightly Jul 21 15:14:12 No, nuh uh Jul 21 15:14:36 Mmhmm... you had a tan _everywhere_ Jul 21 15:15:39 Well, that's never happening Jul 21 15:16:28 * Molly smiles Jul 21 15:17:10 Oh! Actually, on your bottom, by your hips, you were paler there... where my shins often were Jul 21 15:17:59 You... are being a tease Jul 21 15:18:40 I believe I warned you I was going to make this trip hard for you Jul 21 15:22:49 * Molly has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 21 15:41:20 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 21 15:43:05 [15:08:01] Molly: I believe I warned you I was going to make this trip hard for you Jul 21 15:44:22 And if I were in a better mood I would welcome it Jul 21 15:44:35 * MollyK nods Jul 21 15:45:16 Alright, liebling. I am not sure what your nightmare was, but I am sorry it has left you feeling this way Jul 21 15:45:39 I'll be alright Jul 21 15:46:17 * MollyK nods as Claudia comes out "I'll be with Varick if you need me" Jul 21 15:46:37 * MollyK is now known as Claudia Jul 21 15:46:39 * Morgan nods Jul 21 15:46:44 Alright blossom Jul 21 15:47:07 * Claudia comes to Morgan when she's gone Jul 21 15:47:32 Something is wrong with your Father *she looks at ease* Jul 21 15:47:47 Is he... cheerful? Jul 21 15:48:11 * Claudia nods Jul 21 15:48:14 Very Jul 21 15:48:25 * Morgan frowns Jul 21 15:48:31 Definitely something wrong with him Jul 21 15:48:38 * Claudia nods Jul 21 15:48:51 Stake through the heart, just in case? Jul 21 15:48:58 Probably best Jul 21 15:49:04 * Claudia nods Jul 21 15:49:17 You cheered up yet? Jul 21 15:49:32 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 21 15:49:35 Not noticeably Jul 21 15:49:44 * Claudia nods Jul 21 15:50:05 He's in the kitchen. I'll get horses ready Jul 21 15:54:54 * Morgan nods, heading to the kitchen Jul 21 15:55:09 **He can hear Adalbrecht before he gets in the farmhouse kitchen** Jul 21 15:55:09 No no, we won't put you to any trouble, you cannot be expected to feed us all. A little bread for my grandson and increasing niece would be most welcome, but the rest of us will break our fast at the next inn. Jul 21 15:56:10 * Claudia is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 21 15:56:34 * Morgan frowns slightly, continuing to walk Jul 21 15:56:55 * Adalbrecht moves in his direction, spotting him Jul 21 15:57:03 Good morning, Morgan Jul 21 15:57:08 morning Jul 21 15:57:36 * Adalbrecht does look very cheerful Jul 21 15:57:40 How are we all? Jul 21 15:58:21 Who are you and what have you done with my father? Jul 21 15:58:27 * Adalbrecht laughs Jul 21 15:58:41 I am just in a good mood today Jul 21 15:58:56 You understand how unusual that is at this hour? Jul 21 15:59:31 Indeed. Now, I have given the farmer some money for our stay, why has Heinzharold given them more? Jul 21 16:01:23 To pay for some milk he wasted Jul 21 16:01:38 He has been drinking it? Jul 21 16:02:57 No, he spilled some Jul 21 16:07:46 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 21 16:08:06 Are you ready to go? Jul 21 16:08:15 * Morgan nods Jul 21 16:08:18 aye Jul 21 16:09:59 * Adalbrecht nods, patting his arm and smiling Jul 21 16:10:10 Good good Jul 21 16:10:36 Alright, I'm confused. Whats going on? Jul 21 16:10:48 Nothing, my son Jul 21 16:11:25 * Morgan shrugs slightly Jul 21 16:13:04 *the others come downstairs. The farmer's wife gives food to Jarvie and Varick, and Adalbrecht thanks them again. He's still very cheerful as they make progress, and finds them an inn to have breakfast at. It's as they are getting ready to go that he hears Molly [do you think your Father might have some sort of brain parasite?] Jul 21 16:13:59 [I am genuinely considering that] Jul 21 16:14:32 [It's so pleasant it is almost _unpleasant_] Jul 21 16:14:48 [I agree] Jul 21 16:15:28 * Adalbrecht helps the ladies and Varick into the coach before getting up to drive in. Grendlik and Claudia are on point, HH and Morgan bringing up the rear Jul 21 16:15:52 * Adalbrecht is now known as HH Jul 21 16:16:10 * HH chucks an apple to Morgan Jul 21 16:16:28 * Morgan catches it, putting it in a pocket Jul 21 16:16:45 Gonna tell me what yer issue is? Jul 21 16:17:31 Bad night, just... grumpy Jul 21 16:17:40 How come? Jul 21 16:18:06 Bad dream, that's all Jul 21 16:18:21 Summary bad coming? Jul 21 16:18:28 Summat* Jul 21 16:18:35 No, nothing like that. Jul 21 16:18:55 * HH bites his own apple, crunching it Jul 21 16:19:15 What was it? Jul 21 16:20:06 * Morgan sighs Jul 21 16:20:13 I don't really want to talk about it Jul 21 16:20:21 * HH nods Jul 21 16:20:29 That is bad then. Jul 21 16:21:08 * Morgan nods Jul 21 16:21:17 I'll get over it Jul 21 16:21:33 * HH nods Jul 21 16:22:03 Anything y' need, just say. Trainin', time with yer wife, a hug, I'll sort it Jul 21 16:22:29 * Morgan nods Jul 21 16:22:30 thanks Jul 21 16:22:44 * HH watches him as they ride Jul 21 16:23:54 Guessing we're gonna press on past Goren this evening too, if we wanna hit Graben by lunch tomorrow Jul 21 16:24:31 * Morgan nods Jul 21 16:24:35 I'd imagine so Jul 21 16:25:06 Inga's looking forward to a few nights of a nice bed Jul 21 16:27:03 * Morgan nods Jul 21 16:27:08 She could have had a warm room last night Jul 21 16:28:01 But only without me, an' she doesn't like not having me with her Jul 21 16:30:27 She was terrified she'd lost you Jul 21 16:31:58 * HH nods Jul 21 16:32:54 Really weird, man. We saw 'em and whistled... then we just decided mebbie we should go and look, started following them, then suddenly Molly was pulling us out Jul 21 16:33:43 I can't overstate how lucky you were... though, I do wonder... Jul 21 16:34:00 Wonder what? Jul 21 16:34:39 The little... things tried to eat me first time round... I wonder if you were caught as bait Jul 21 16:36:44 Why change now, eh? Jul 21 16:39:10 There's not a lot of people who could guarantee I'd go after them... Jul 21 16:40:36 * HH nods Jul 21 16:40:57 Most of 'em are in our travel party Jul 21 16:42:03 * Morgan nods Jul 21 16:42:05 exactly Jul 21 16:44:16 Kinda sweet of y' man, but then who else would keep ya this entertained Jul 21 16:47:19 That's certainly one way to look at it Jul 21 16:49:09 We figured it wouldn't effect us, ya know? We know what it was, so we wouldn't get pulled in Jul 21 16:50:25 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 21 16:50:44 I think depends, too... my fathers seen them before but could ignore them Jul 21 16:51:16 * HH nods Jul 21 16:51:32 We needed Molly to sit on us Jul 21 16:54:33 * Morgan mods slightly Jul 21 16:55:58 What's with yer Da today? Jul 21 16:56:56 I've got no idea and its... worrying Jul 21 16:57:51 Get Molly to look him over? Jul 21 17:01:12 Think I might do Jul 21 17:01:36 Mebbie he just woke up on the right side of the bed Jul 21 17:02:23 First time in... ever Jul 21 17:03:10 * HH nods Jul 21 17:03:31 Almost as rare as you waking in a good mood lately Jul 21 17:04:21 * Morgan frowns Jul 21 17:05:30 Am I wrong though? Jul 21 17:07:02 well... no... Jul 21 17:07:17 * HH nods Jul 21 17:07:34 Luckily we love you anyway Jul 21 17:07:54 Just as well... can't see anyone putting up with me if they didn't Jul 21 17:08:17 * HH nods Jul 21 17:08:28 Woulda slapped you upside the head by now Jul 21 17:08:36 * Morgan nods Jul 21 17:08:55 Hey... mebbie that would help? I can do that for ya Jul 21 17:09:56 I'm not Isiah Fischler... Jul 21 17:10:08 * HH laughs Jul 21 17:10:45 Definitely woulda slapped you if you were Jul 21 17:10:56 If I were, I'd have liked it Jul 21 17:12:19 Aye. *he looks at the sky* think it's gonna be snowy tonight Jul 21 17:13:02 Wonderful (!) Jul 21 17:13:09 * HH nods Jul 21 17:13:31 Depths of winter, near the mountains. Snows a lot Jul 21 17:13:44 * Morgan nods Jul 21 17:15:58 How's Molly handlin' you getting yerself killed? Jul 21 17:16:41 Not awfully... but... not wonderfully Jul 21 17:16:48 * HH nods Jul 21 17:17:15 Prob'ly be better once we're not on the move Jul 21 17:17:29 Maybe Jul 21 17:17:37 Worried? Jul 21 17:17:57 * Morgan nods Jul 21 17:18:19 Need me to send in the reserve troops? Jul 21 17:18:56 * Morgan laughs Jul 21 17:19:01 I don't think it'd hurt Jul 21 17:19:46 * HH nods Jul 21 17:19:52 Will do Jul 21 17:21:52 *he swaps with Grendlik before long* Jul 21 17:21:58 * HH is now known as Grendlik Jul 21 17:22:14 My Lord, are you at liberty to discuss trade? Jul 21 17:23:33 * Morgan nods Jul 21 17:24:05 So trade is what happens when you take items from one person in exhange for money, and sell it to someone else for more... _or_ when they pay you to take their stock to their buyers... Jul 21 17:24:32 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 17:24:39 Yes, my Lord Jul 21 17:24:52 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 21 17:26:17 What have you got going on? Jul 21 17:27:25 Alcohol, fabric, ceramics. I have more merchants demanding hold space than I can fit Jul 21 17:28:18 You run that ship yourself, don't you? Not as part of an organisation? Jul 21 17:28:37 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 17:29:05 I have had the chance to expand, but I have chosen the orphanage instead Jul 21 17:29:13 * Morgan nods Jul 21 17:29:17 Admirable of you Jul 21 17:31:12 Perhaps one day I will expand, but I have other priorities Jul 21 17:33:10 The orphanage means a great deal to you Jul 21 17:36:15 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 17:36:19 Yes it does Jul 21 17:36:34 * Morgan nods Jul 21 17:38:45 I have a ship about to take to the sea, and I'm _hoping_ to persuade Gottlieb to sell me another ship at a discount... Jul 21 17:38:54 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 17:39:02 What sort of ships? Jul 21 17:40:43 Ones that float. Mine is going to be fast, though not as fast as the Rose... its not as big as other ships, but it'll be safer, and arrive sooner. The second, well... that's a mercenary ship that I'm hoping to repurpose Jul 21 17:42:13 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 17:43:06 A fast ship would be good for a run I often do from Wische to Vendel to Innismore. Whiskey, brandy, ales. Jul 21 17:43:37 * Morgan nods Jul 21 17:46:36 I have a captain working with me who has a ship in Avalon at the moment, though I'm not sure what cargo and trade she has lined up right now Jul 21 17:46:53 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 17:47:29 I could do with someone doing this run on a regular basis. The contacts and demand is all in place Jul 21 17:48:04 I'll contact her, see what availability her ship has Jul 21 17:49:46 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 17:50:07 What do you have planned for your new ship? She has no name yet? Jul 21 17:51:45 Star of the seas... I need to get a crew on her. My man of business is currently looking after his fiancée in Avalon Jul 21 17:52:01 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 17:52:38 I have many contacts, men who have come up through the orphanage who could serve well Jul 21 17:53:28 * Morgan nods slowly Jul 21 17:53:36 I would welcome your assistance in finding a crew Jul 21 17:54:40 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 17:54:54 When are you having her launched? Jul 21 17:56:36 Looking at about the seventh at the moment Jul 21 17:56:52 From Zweibrucke? Jul 21 17:57:23 * Morgan nods Jul 21 17:58:26 * Grendlik nods "I should be in Freiburg by then. Two weeks to round Montaigne... Can you cobble a crew together to bring her up?" Jul 21 17:59:09 I'd imagine so Jul 21 17:59:15 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 17:59:44 I think I can find you a full complement for men I know and trust Jul 21 17:59:58 From* Jul 21 18:00:13 * Morgan nods Jul 21 18:00:36 So that'd take care of the alcohol Jul 21 18:00:52 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 18:01:00 You will pay the crew? Jul 21 18:02:00 * Morgan frowns briefly Jul 21 18:02:04 Of course. Jul 21 18:03:23 Then I propose I will take a ten percent cut of the profits for the arrangement of the crew and provision of the contacts, as well as any aid your ship and crew need Jul 21 18:04:50 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 21 18:11:25 * Grendlik has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 21 18:28:39 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 21 18:29:41 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 21 18:29:48 * MollyK is now known as Grendlik Jul 21 18:29:51 [17:52:45] Grendlik: Then I propose I will take a ten percent cut of the profits for the arrangement of the crew and provision of the contacts, as well as any aid your ship and crew need Jul 21 18:30:26 * Morgan nods Jul 21 18:30:31 Sounds good to me Jul 21 18:31:22 * Grendlik nods, bringing his horse closer. He spits in his hand as Molly had in his dream Jul 21 18:32:20 * Morgan smiles, doing the same Jul 21 18:32:35 * Grendlik shakes it Jul 21 18:33:25 Let me know when your next is running after that Jul 21 18:34:11 * Morgan nods Jul 21 18:34:16 I'll do that Jul 21 18:35:01 It's a good life, with the right contacts and you don't mind the risks Jul 21 18:35:56 I'm hoping to take some of the risk out of it... especially since I won't be able to sail for too much longer Jul 21 18:37:02 A sad state of affairs. The sea is a mistress we find it most hard to say adieu to Jul 21 18:38:43 * Morgan nods Jul 21 18:38:50 But one I must, for our people Jul 21 18:39:34 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 18:39:51 You will still travel now and then? Jul 21 18:40:32 I'm a duke and will be a Graf, I'd say that's almost certain Jul 21 18:41:09 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 18:42:18 In Kiev you are only one day from Baden, then only twenty hour hours on the ferry to Freiburg. Jarvie will want you to visit Jul 21 18:42:59 If our offer is accepted, we'll be just outside Kiev Jul 21 18:43:35 Are you not to take the traditional seat of the Grafdom? Jul 21 18:44:30 I have no desire to remove a family from their home... and, if I'm honest, I could not stand to live in that house Jul 21 18:44:51 Is it that ugly? Jul 21 18:45:04 Inside and out Jul 21 18:45:15 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 18:45:35 And the property you intend to purchase? Jul 21 18:45:56 Light, airy, beautiful grounds Jul 21 18:46:22 A wonderful place for growing children Jul 21 18:46:32 * Morgan nods Jul 21 18:47:43 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 18:47:55 Best of luck to you both Jul 21 18:48:03 * Morgan inclines his head Jul 21 18:48:06 Thank you captain Jul 21 18:48:45 Have you considered investing in a town house in Freiburg? Jul 21 18:49:27 It has occurred to me, yes... I've not given it much thought yet Jul 21 18:49:38 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 18:50:19 It can be useful Jul 21 18:50:57 It'd be nice to have somewhere to stay that wasn't an inn or reliant on others Jul 21 18:52:07 You will alway be welcome with Jarvie or I Jul 21 18:54:36 I appreciate that but... I cannot accept visitors at someone elses home, so a house there would be a good idea Jul 21 18:55:46 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 18:58:23 Jorgen Square is nice for modest noble town houses *strangely, this is where Anhalt and Hapsburg's houses were* Jul 21 18:58:49 interesting... I'll look into it Jul 21 18:58:58 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 18:59:12 As an aside... have you got any idea why my father's in such a good mood this morning? Jul 21 18:59:33 No, I was going to enquire the same of you Jul 21 19:00:41 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 21 19:00:43 I've no idea Jul 21 19:01:06 It does make for an easier day Jul 21 19:01:49 Its bloody suspicious is what it is Jul 21 19:02:28 * Grendlik smiles Jul 21 19:02:55 Perhaps it is brief Jul 21 19:03:27 Oh I'd not expect it to last long... has he spoken to Jarvie this morning? Jul 21 19:03:44 Briefly, to say she was looking well Jul 21 19:04:47 I wondered if maybe feeling the child kick had put him in this mood, but I guess not Jul 21 19:09:08 * Grendlik shakes his head Jul 21 19:09:14 Not to my knowledge Jul 21 19:10:02 Decidedly suspicious Jul 21 19:11:07 * Grendlik nods Jul 21 19:13:51 *when they change around and he has Varick beside him, Varick doesn't know either. From within the coach he can hear Adalbrecht telling stories of the war to Molly, Jarvie, and Verity* Jul 21 19:13:57 * Grendlik is now known as Varick Jul 21 19:14:27 He was a bit grumpy last night when I went to sleep, but happy this morning Jul 21 19:14:35 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:14:44 I've never known him be this happy to so early Jul 21 19:17:01 I don't know Papa. Maybe he had nice dreams Jul 21 19:17:34 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:17:40 I suppose we'll find out eventually Jul 21 19:18:09 I am glad he is happy Jul 21 19:18:33 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:18:38 Me too... its just unusual Jul 21 19:18:53 * Varick nods Jul 21 19:19:11 Will uncle Edward be happy to see us? Jul 21 19:20:15 I think so, yes... why? Jul 21 19:20:51 Because I will be happy to see him Jul 21 19:21:10 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:21:16 I'm sure he will be very happy to see you Jul 21 19:21:34 * Varick nods Jul 21 19:22:24 When will we get there? Jul 21 19:25:52 Hopefully... sometime tomorrow afternoon Jul 21 19:26:34 * Varick nods Jul 21 19:26:44 I am getting a bit bored of travelling Jul 21 19:27:07 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:27:14 I know what you mean Jul 21 19:28:13 I want to play, not sit still Jul 21 19:29:56 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:30:02 Its not too much longer Jul 21 19:31:35 * Varick nods. Morgan lets him drive until they stop for lunch, then he is back in the carriage for his nap, so Molly joins Morgan on the top of the coach Jul 21 19:31:40 * Varick is now known as Molly Jul 21 19:32:02 How are you, my love? Jul 21 19:32:16 concerned Jul 21 19:32:45 Why, liebling? Jul 21 19:33:21 Have you seen how cheerful my father has been, all morning? Jul 21 19:33:30 * Molly nods Jul 21 19:33:39 I have... Jul 21 19:33:48 What the hells that about? Jul 21 19:34:15 Well... what did he have to do last night that he never normally does? Jul 21 19:34:30 Sleep in a room with Varick... and mother... Jul 21 19:34:39 * Molly nods Jul 21 19:34:52 Indeed Jul 21 19:35:09 You think this is the influence of sleeping next to mother Jul 21 19:35:26 Does it make a difference for you? Jul 21 19:36:30 Him being cheerful? Jul 21 19:37:04 No, sleeping beside me rather than alone Jul 21 19:38:00 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:38:03 Absolutely it does Jul 21 19:40:08 Then is it not possible that after so many years of sleeping apart he gets the benefit of them sleeping together? Jul 21 19:40:18 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:40:20 I suppose so Jul 21 19:41:05 Would you like some advice? Jul 21 19:41:16 No, but I'll accept it Jul 21 19:41:27 * Molly frowns a little Jul 21 19:41:35 Why would you not like it? Jul 21 19:41:53 I'm not used to being the one that needs it... that's all Jul 21 19:42:44 I was only going to suggest not making a point of asking about it. He is always prickly when proven wrong, and he has frequently called us all strange for sharing beds Jul 21 19:43:08 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:43:13 That makes sense Jul 21 19:44:02 * Molly nods Jul 21 19:44:20 But I might be inclined tomorrow morning to see who slept where Jul 21 19:44:30 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:44:36 See if the theory holds out Jul 21 19:46:53 * Molly nods Jul 21 19:47:16 There is certainly some extra closeness today Jul 21 19:47:32 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:49:12 Is that what you were concerned about? Jul 21 19:49:21 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:49:32 It just struck me, and Holzheim, as suspicious Jul 21 19:50:10 I can understand that, but I can think of no other reason Jul 21 19:50:23 He's been switched for a changeling Jul 21 19:51:03 * Molly smiles Jul 21 19:51:32 I think they only take infants, my love Jul 21 19:52:10 * Morgan shrugs Jul 21 19:53:36 How are you otherwise? Jul 21 19:55:19 * Morgan thinks about it Jul 21 19:55:21 I'm alright Jul 21 19:55:45 Better than before? Jul 21 19:58:20 * Morgan nods Jul 21 19:58:21 aye Jul 21 19:58:36 * Molly smiles warmly Jul 21 19:58:44 I am glad, I was concerned Jul 21 20:01:41 Just had a bad dream and it left me annoyed Jul 21 20:01:59 * Molly nods Jul 21 20:02:11 Would it help to tell me? Jul 21 20:03:12 I doubt it my love Jul 21 20:03:58 * Molly sighs Jul 21 20:04:16 Alright liebling. I hope I did not do something to hurt you Jul 21 20:05:38 No, not at all blossom Jul 21 20:06:33 * Molly looks relieved Jul 21 20:06:37 I am glad Jul 21 20:08:29 No, it was just my father being unreasonable Jul 21 20:08:37 * Molly nods Jul 21 20:09:01 This happens a lot, my love. I wonder that perhaps it is resentment you still hold? Jul 21 20:12:53 * Morgan sighs Jul 21 20:12:57 maybe Jul 21 20:14:29 * Molly places her hand gently on his thigh Jul 21 20:14:38 That's understandable, liebes herz Jul 21 20:16:28 It was the day I was going to pay the priest... father got word Edward had eloped with Mina, and dragged me across the country to deal with it, then left me sat outside while it was being done Jul 21 20:17:05 * Molly shakes her head Jul 21 20:17:14 That's awful Jul 21 20:19:20 * Morgan nods Jul 21 20:19:41 He'd forbidden me from even considering taking her as my wife, and was... extremely dismissive of her Jul 21 20:22:09 * Molly nods Jul 21 20:22:42 That's worse, isn't it? If he had been firm but understanding, it would have been better Jul 21 20:23:50 * Morgan nods Jul 21 20:24:09 While at Hapsburgs townhouse, I met a young you... Jul 21 20:24:31 What was I doing at Hapsburg's town house? Jul 21 20:29:49 You were at your godfathers town house next door Jul 21 20:31:33 * Molly smiles Jul 21 20:31:57 My Godfather was a man who used to slaughter our pigs cheaply Jul 21 20:32:12 In this instance your godfather was Duke Anhalt Jul 21 20:32:26 * Molly raises her brows Jul 21 20:32:34 Well, that's strange! Jul 21 20:32:54 * Morgan nods Jul 21 20:33:15 You were annoyed that your sister Cecily had just gotten married to the man you loved, your... cousin, once removed Jul 21 20:33:53 * Molly nods thoughtfully Jul 21 20:33:59 Seb. Jul 21 20:34:19 Given your name was Rosenkrantz, and he was a man who loved the sea... I'd say so Jul 21 20:34:29 * Molly nods Jul 21 20:35:06 How young was I?! I was only fourteen and a half when you got married Jul 21 20:36:47 Probably about fourteen and a third then Jul 21 20:36:57 * Molly smiles Jul 21 20:37:18 And I was madly in love with one of the few men I'd have spent time with? Jul 21 20:37:32 You both had the tide in your hearts... Jul 21 20:37:39 * Molly giggles Jul 21 20:37:53 Oh dear, that sounds like a teenage crush to me Jul 21 20:38:20 * Morgan nods Jul 21 20:38:22 quite Jul 21 20:38:33 * Morgan scowls suddenly Jul 21 20:39:47 * Molly watches him Jul 21 20:40:15 It upsets you now that I felt so strongly in your dream? Jul 21 20:40:25 No... a thought has occurred to me Jul 21 20:40:29 Oh? Jul 21 20:40:46 You would develop feelings for Sebastien if I die... Jul 21 20:41:39 * Molly looks confused Jul 21 20:41:44 I died. Jul 21 20:41:58 Oh. Jul 21 20:42:02 * Molly shrugs Jul 21 20:42:10 I do not think this would count Jul 21 20:42:19 * Morgan shrugs Jul 21 20:42:46 I certainly do not feel any different for him than I did Jul 21 20:42:56 * Morgan nods Jul 21 20:43:05 I'll ask next time I speak to them Jul 21 20:43:25 You worry too much about that, my love. You are what I want Jul 21 20:43:37 * Morgan shrugs Jul 21 20:43:40 Maybe I do Jul 21 20:44:58 * Molly nods Jul 21 20:45:22 I would choose you, on a thousand days, in a thousand lifetimes. Jul 21 20:46:06 * Morgan nods Jul 21 20:46:08 good Jul 21 20:46:14 * Morgan glances at her Jul 21 20:46:24 I have not been worrying at that... it just occurred to me Jul 21 20:46:30 * Molly nods Jul 21 20:46:47 I am glad you haven't been worrying but keeping it from me Jul 21 20:47:02 * Morgan nods Jul 21 20:47:21 He's going to be both relieved and disappointed that your father has no interest in becoming Freiarr Jul 21 20:47:27 * Molly nods Jul 21 20:48:02 I do feel sorry for him in that, his desire to choose for himself and control his own life being taken away from him Jul 21 20:48:38 * Morgan nods Jul 21 20:48:45 I don't know how to help him Jul 21 20:49:43 * Molly nods Jul 21 20:49:55 There is nothing to be done. It is his duty Jul 21 20:50:02 * Morgan nods Jul 21 20:50:36 That reminds me... I have done a deal with Holzheim Jul 21 20:51:41 Oh? Jul 21 20:52:43 He has more work than he can comfortably accommodate, and I would see him at home with his wife and child so... he is going to assist in finding a crew for the Star, and it'll take one of his contracts, for a percentage Jul 21 20:53:00 * Molly smiles Jul 21 20:53:09 That is a wonderful idea, my love Jul 21 20:54:04 It is a contract he would like taken regularly so... I'm thinking of asking Alice if she wants to run that route with the Blessing... though she could do with a better crew Jul 21 20:54:20 * Molly nods Jul 21 20:54:55 Perhaps a note when we find our bed for the night? We need to decide about Siegfried too Jul 21 20:55:03 * Morgan nods Jul 21 20:55:26 Jarvie was telling me she'll probably have been married off... and that we may well have difficulty getting her released Jul 21 20:55:51 * Molly shrugs Jul 21 20:56:05 You will think of a way, my love, I have faith in you Jul 21 20:57:33 * Morgan shrugs Jul 21 20:57:40 No doubt I'll cause havoc Jul 21 20:57:55 * Molly smiles Jul 21 20:58:05 I don't mind your chaos Jul 21 20:59:16 They will Jul 21 20:59:40 * Molly nods Jul 21 20:59:48 Most likely Jul 21 21:00:32 We're going to need someone who speaks the language Jul 21 21:00:46 We cannot really take Jarvie Jul 21 21:02:13 Absolutely not... she may know someone... but... I also know someone who, I would imagine, speaks the language Jul 21 21:02:41 Who? Jul 21 21:03:18 Sinan Gottlieb Jul 21 21:03:24 * Molly nods Jul 21 21:03:40 Oh I had forgotten where he was from. That would be useful Jul 21 21:03:48 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:03:50 indeed Jul 21 21:04:54 * Molly nods Jul 21 21:05:40 Would you tell me of the other dream? Jul 21 21:06:15 It is not... suitable for when others are around Jul 21 21:07:03 * Molly smiles Jul 21 21:07:20 You need to tell me alone, or just not aloud? Jul 21 21:07:39 I'm... fairly sure the amount of fidgeting it would cause would be noticed Jul 21 21:07:52 * Molly 's eyes light up Jul 21 21:07:56 Oh really? Jul 21 21:08:24 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:08:40 * Morgan sends an image of her on the card table, held in place Jul 21 21:08:44 I'd say so Jul 21 21:09:01 * Molly draws a sharp breath Jul 21 21:09:09 Oh yes... wow... Jul 21 21:09:46 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:09:47 indeed Jul 21 21:09:51 * Molly makes herself sit still "see, no fidgeting!" Jul 21 21:10:00 You started... Jul 21 21:10:09 Started what? Jul 21 21:10:49 fidgeting Jul 21 21:11:10 * Molly shakes her head Jul 21 21:11:35 Nuh uh. I am perfectly calm, composed, and untroubled Jul 21 21:13:09 * Morgan flashes another image at her Jul 21 21:14:50 * Molly exhales slowly, eyes closed, staying very still, but he can see the colour come to her cheeks Jul 21 21:17:06 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:17:12 You've done well Jul 21 21:17:21 * Molly smiles Jul 21 21:17:30 Only on the outside Jul 21 21:17:41 Oh? Jul 21 21:17:54 You should feel how my heart is racing Jul 21 21:18:24 * Morgan chuckles Jul 21 21:19:49 * Molly smiles Jul 21 21:20:23 * Molly changes position a little "but despite that, I remain well under control" Jul 21 21:20:55 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:21:02 I'm impressed Jul 21 21:21:10 * Molly smiles Jul 21 21:21:34 Perhaps I am less susceptible to such things than you believe? Jul 21 21:21:52 * Morgan shrugs Jul 21 21:21:53 maybe Jul 21 21:22:40 Or just that I am trying very hard not to let my feelings be displayed Jul 21 21:23:37 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:23:50 Sounds more likely Jul 21 21:24:06 * Molly nods Jul 21 21:24:17 I would have liked to have your dream Jul 21 21:25:13 I think so, aye Jul 21 21:25:38 But it was spoilt by the nightmare before? Jul 21 21:27:16 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:27:18 I'm afraid so Jul 21 21:28:32 Mmm... we would have been unable to resolve any lingering feelings anyway... Jul 21 21:29:20 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:29:21 indeed Jul 21 21:31:29 Although... *she sends him just her voice so as not to distract his view of the road* [shhh... I have a cream flannel... let me undo your placket and take care of you...] *she smiles innocently* Jul 21 21:31:48 Behave yourself Jul 21 21:31:59 * Molly glances at his expression Jul 21 21:32:05 * Morgan is smirking Jul 21 21:32:28 * Molly smiles back "you assume I am capable of such?" Jul 21 21:32:48 barely Jul 21 21:33:18 * Molly pouts playfully "How mean!" Jul 21 21:34:05 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:34:07 I'm horrible Jul 21 21:35:29 Yes you are... I should have instead said you would have to take care of yourself... *the dilation of her pupils makes this feign nonchalance seem very feigned indeed* Jul 21 21:40:17 Nearly didn't have to Jul 21 21:41:16 No? Jul 21 21:46:09 No, if I'd woken up thirty seconds later I'd have had no choice in that at all Jul 21 21:46:51 * Molly bites her lip, sitting very still. He can still feel her tremble a little at his side Jul 21 21:46:53 Mmhmmm Jul 21 21:49:54 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:49:58 _Now_ it is going to be impossible for me not to fidget! Jul 21 21:51:15 Oh? Jul 21 21:51:48 * Molly breathes slowly and deeply, watching the road ahead of them Jul 21 21:51:55 Very much. Jul 21 21:52:02 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:53:35 * Molly looks distracted, staying quiet as they progress down the road Jul 21 21:56:44 * Morgan hums quietly to himself Jul 21 21:56:49 *it's a good five minutes that pass before she says* Alright, I have calmed now Jul 21 21:58:16 * Morgan nods Jul 21 21:58:19 alright Jul 21 21:58:53 * Molly relaxes, smiling Jul 21 22:00:08 I am glad you told me though Jul 21 22:00:38 Oh? Jul 21 22:01:56 I like that. I like that you dream of me that way. Jul 21 22:02:15 * Morgan nods Jul 21 22:02:22 Its not a particularly uncommon thing Jul 21 22:02:34 * Molly nods Jul 21 22:03:03 That is the same for me with you Jul 21 22:04:27 * Morgan nods Jul 21 22:09:44 ACTION smiles, leaning her cheek to his arm, just quietly being with him as the afternoon fades. They stop briefly in Goren, where they get more coffee and Adalbrecht checks again that the inn he is thinking of has not burnt down. He is so cheerful he even makes a joke about it. There is some light snow those last few dark hours, whilst the women Jul 21 22:09:44 are inside the coach and Morgan rides point with Claudia. At nine o'clock, they finally reach their inn, Graben about three hours away. Varick has to be woken to eat, and then Jarvie offers to listen out for him so Molly, Morgan, HH and Inga can go downstairs for a drink in the warm tavern room. There's a busy crowd for the music, a Saturday where Jul 21 22:09:44 work has finished for the week. It's mostly local farmers, but some travellers too Jul 21 22:15:28 * Molly has quit (Ping Timeout) Jul 21 22:35:56 * MorganK (~madisonst@Madisons-Air.lan) has joined Jul 21 22:40:50 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 21 22:43:04 *As he and HH have managed to get blokners for a change, HH is already two mouthfuls in when Morgan hears a faint conversation from the women* M: No, it's alright. Varick is already asleep, and I have put up the nightmare trap in the window. I do appreciate the offer though Jul 21 22:43:42 * MorganK turns to look Jul 21 22:44:44 I: Are you sure? It really wouldn't be a problem to take it down and swap. If it is causing you trouble, we can help Jul 21 22:45:09 HH looks to Morgan: Sounds like they're thinking of a bedroom swap Jul 21 22:45:51 Does rather doesn't it Jul 21 22:46:04 * MollyK is now known as HH Jul 21 22:46:14 Thinks okay with you two? Jul 21 22:46:23 * MorganK nods Jul 21 22:46:29 As far as I'm aware, aye Jul 21 22:47:11 * HH nods Jul 21 22:47:36 prob'ly just Inga fussing over Molly then Jul 21 22:47:46 [is something the matter?] Jul 21 22:47:49 Could be, aye Jul 21 22:48:43 [No, my love. I mentioned that I am very eagerly looking forward to having you to myself on Monday evening] Jul 21 22:49:08 I think your wife is trying to buy us some alone time Jul 21 22:49:22 * HH grins Jul 21 22:49:48 I'm gonna stay put, right in the middle of the bed Jul 21 22:50:12 Sounds about right Jul 21 22:50:47 Nah, seriously man, if it helps with all the Schneeskald stuff, we'll go in with Varick Jul 21 22:51:23 [do you think it might be worth it?] Jul 21 22:51:58 [if you wish, liebling] Jul 21 22:52:23 Claudia's out training Jul 21 22:53:22 * MorganK nods Jul 21 22:53:30 I should do some Jul 21 22:54:00 I can keep them under control if y' wanna go? Jul 21 22:54:13 * MorganK nods Jul 21 22:54:16 I won't be long Jul 21 22:54:50 * HH moves to sit nearer them "Right, drinking contest, girls?" Jul 21 22:56:13 * MorganK gets up, wandering off to find CLaudia Jul 21 22:56:31 * HH is now known as Claudia Jul 21 22:56:59 * Claudia is outside in the lightly falling snow, practicing the sensual style Jul 21 22:57:39 * MorganK watches her quietly Jul 21 22:58:00 * Claudia catches sight off him Jul 21 22:58:05 You good? Jul 21 22:58:58 * MorganK nods Jul 21 22:59:26 Fancied training Jul 21 22:59:48 * Claudia salutes him Jul 21 22:59:53 Comes on then Jul 21 22:59:58 * MorganK draws his sword, doing likewise Jul 21 23:00:09 * Claudia starts off very gently Jul 21 23:00:25 Figured you might have lost your touch, it's been weeks, Jul 21 23:00:44 I've done some... but not nearly so much as I want Jul 21 23:02:32 * Claudia nods, pushing him harder Jul 21 23:02:57 You're... getting used... to doing it... unconventionally Jul 21 23:03:24 * MorganK nods Jul 21 23:03:45 Got some... other things... for when swords... aren't available Jul 21 23:04:17 * Claudia nods Jul 21 23:04:43 Get to... Graben... deal with wedding crap... do proper... training Jul 21 23:05:21 * MorganK nods Jul 21 23:06:34 * Claudia really lays into him then, the sort of fighting she couldn't risk with anyone else Jul 21 23:09:09 * MorganK matches her effort Jul 21 23:10:04 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 21 23:10:27 * Claudia calls a stop after ten minutes Jul 21 23:10:59 Getting cold for this. Let's have a drink whilst we aren't surround by noble bores Jul 21 23:11:54 * MorganK laughs Jul 21 23:11:56 Aye, alright Jul 21 23:12:16 * Claudia sheathes her sword Jul 21 23:12:22 How you doing? Jul 21 23:12:38 I'm alright Jul 21 23:12:53 * Claudia nods Jul 21 23:12:57 You? Jul 21 23:13:16 Fine. How was your night in the hay with Heinzharold? Jul 21 23:13:42 Alright. Aside from a bad dream, it wasn't too bad Jul 21 23:13:51 * Claudia walks towards the inn Jul 21 23:13:55 No pranks? Jul 21 23:14:44 No... Last couple of days have taken their toll Jul 21 23:14:51 * Claudia nods Jul 21 23:15:12 When I close my eyes, I can see you there. Jul 21 23:15:29 * MorganK looks at her sympathetically Jul 21 23:16:30 After a minute or two of mumbling her name, you looked completely peaceful Jul 21 23:17:17 * MorganK nods Jul 21 23:17:36 It felt it. I was just walking home Jul 21 23:17:42 * Claudia nods Jul 21 23:18:01 Takes the fear of it off, I guess Jul 21 23:18:54 I've not feared death for a long while... Jul 21 23:19:05 * Claudia nods Jul 21 23:19:10 Me either Jul 21 23:20:06 But ironic really Jul 21 23:20:12 Why? Jul 21 23:20:32 Tried so hard to avoid it, but the thing that did me in was hitting my head on a rock Jul 21 23:20:42 * Claudia nods Jul 21 23:20:54 That's life for you Jul 21 23:21:14 * MorganK nods Jul 21 23:21:54 * Claudia pushes the door open Jul 21 23:22:11 More ironic that you spent ages trying to die, then do it by accident Jul 21 23:22:54 Thats simply that I couldn't find anything capable enough... and technically I got my wish, twice at the time Jul 21 23:23:24 You keep coming back, like a bad penny. Or Heinzharold's mouth. Jul 21 23:23:35 * MorganK nods Jul 21 23:24:34 *Heinzharold is sat with an arm around Inga, whispering in her ear. She is blushing. There's no sign of Molly* Jul 21 23:24:45 Maybe you've got nine lives, like a cat Jul 21 23:25:27 Question is, the other two times, was I brought back for a purpose, or am I just really uncooperative Jul 21 23:26:10 Gotta be the second. Why would you be any better for Death than the rest of us? Jul 21 23:27:12 * MorganK shrugs Jul 21 23:27:19 who knows Jul 21 23:27:41 * Claudia looks at the couple, then Morgan "Is he ratting you out about the tavern in Paan?" Jul 21 23:28:16 I wouldn't think so Jul 21 23:28:41 * Claudia sits at the table with them, pouring blokners Jul 21 23:29:28 *Inga looks to Morgan* Molly's gone to swap rooms, Heinzharold and I will look after Varick tonight Jul 21 23:29:54 * MorganK nods, pouring himself some blokners Jul 21 23:29:57 Very kind of you Jul 21 23:30:23 HH: I'm not sleeping out in th' snow tomorrow, so I can be generous Jul 21 23:30:50 * MorganK shrugs Jul 21 23:31:03 I'm going to entertain myself by dripping melting snow down my fathers neck Jul 21 23:31:45 *they laugh* Jul 21 23:32:07 HH: sticking a handful down like Molly did t' you? Jul 21 23:32:58 No no no... much more devious... we're sleeping under trees, so its going to melt from the branches Jul 21 23:33:11 I: Just on him? Jul 21 23:33:22 Depends how mean I'm feeling Jul 21 23:33:40 HH: But he's been in such a good mood today Jul 21 23:34:10 See how you feel about it tomorrow Jul 21 23:35:07 *HH nods* Only a few more hours on the road Jul 21 23:35:50 * MorganK nods Jul 21 23:35:56 Thank god Jul 21 23:36:30 I think we all need a break from it now, even if it is in a house full of peacocks Jul 21 23:36:51 [Everything is ready for you] Jul 21 23:36:54 * MorganK nods Jul 21 23:37:06 [alright blossom, I'll be along in a moment] Jul 21 23:37:41 I: I am looking forward to not getting poked in the night Jul 21 23:38:03 *HH starts grinning* Jul 21 23:38:33 *Inga blushes* From the hay! Jul 21 23:38:41 * MorganK rolls his eyes Jul 21 23:38:59 Its like he got to thirteen years old and stopped maturing Jul 21 23:39:58 HH: Unlike you, who went from twelve to fifty an' are old and boring! Jul 21 23:40:14 * MorganK nods Jul 21 23:40:32 Have to stop to rest in taverns, stables, by streams... Jul 21 23:41:03 * Claudia snorts, laughing. HH is chuckling, watching Inga sidelong Jul 21 23:41:27 I: I don't find you boring, and I know Molly definitely doesn't Jul 21 23:41:41 *This only makes the others laugh more* Jul 21 23:42:51 * MorganK finishes his drink, refilling it and standing Jul 21 23:43:02 If you'll excuse me, I'm going to find Molly Jul 21 23:43:25 *everyone says good night* Jul 21 23:44:04 * MorganK heads off to find her Jul 21 23:45:30 * Claudia is found in a very basic tavern room, drawing the curtains, a glass of whiskey on the dresser, she's just in a shift Jul 21 23:45:35 * Claudia is now known as Molly Jul 21 23:45:52 Oh look... a bed Jul 21 23:46:02 * Molly nods Jul 21 23:46:20 You did not wish to rolls around in the hay this evening? Jul 21 23:47:17 Well... It has an appeal, I must admit Jul 21 23:47:27 * Molly smiles Jul 21 23:48:02 How was your training? *she undoes her hair* It is unusual for you to exert that sort of energy before bed Jul 21 23:49:24 Its been a few days, and I wanted to check on Claudia Jul 21 23:49:30 * Molly nods Jul 21 23:49:34 Is she well? Jul 21 23:49:46 * MorganK nods Jul 21 23:49:48 mostly Jul 21 23:49:56 * Molly nods Jul 21 23:50:04 Can I do anything for her? Jul 21 23:50:17 * Molly shakes out her hair Jul 21 23:50:50 No, I don't think so Jul 21 23:51:52 * Molly nods, drinking some whiskey Jul 21 23:51:56 And for you? Jul 21 23:52:22 No, I'm alright Jul 21 23:52:36 * Molly smiles a little Jul 21 23:52:48 Alright, liebling Jul 21 23:53:28 * Molly downs the last of her drink, turning back the covers Jul 21 23:53:49 I would imagine your Father wishes to make an early start Jul 21 23:54:09 I would think so. He is having his own room tonight? Jul 21 23:54:29 Apparently so Jul 21 23:54:57 Oh well, it was nice his being in a good mood Jul 21 23:55:04 * Molly nods Jul 21 23:55:08 Yes it was Jul 21 23:55:23 * Molly sits on the bed, watching him Jul 21 23:55:37 I hope the nightmare trap will help you tonight Jul 21 23:56:17 Me too Jul 21 23:57:17 Though I would not complain about you having a dream like the second Jul 21 23:58:03 No... Jul 21 23:58:42 * Molly smiles "Or reality like the second..." Jul 21 23:58:57 * MorganK nods Jul 21 23:59:02 That would be preferable Jul 21 23:59:19 We do not have a card table... Jul 21 23:59:48 no