**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Jul 23 10:59:15 2022 Jul 23 10:59:15 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 23 11:42:34 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 23 11:44:10 *their love-making has a desperate, intense quality to it, a primal reclaiming of each other from the void of death that had briefly come between them. There's no holding back the passion, and afterwards, spent in his arms, she holds firmly to him* Jul 23 11:45:16 Are you alright? Jul 23 11:45:46 * Morgan nods Jul 23 11:45:51 aye. Are you? Jul 23 11:46:00 * MollyK nods Jul 23 11:46:03 Yes... Jul 23 11:46:21 but... Jul 23 11:47:39 This could happen again Jul 23 11:48:03 What? Jul 23 11:48:21 Losing you, or almost losing you Jul 23 11:48:31 That is a fact of life Jul 23 11:50:30 But our lives are not normal. They have been directed and sculpted since before our births Jul 23 11:51:01 * Morgan nods Jul 23 11:51:28 We are in more danger than most Jul 23 11:51:54 We are more dangerous than most Jul 23 11:52:46 * MollyK smiles, stroking his chest Jul 23 11:52:52 Very true, my love Jul 23 11:53:43 * Morgan nods Jul 23 11:55:30 Are you worried? Jul 23 11:55:42 * Morgan nods Jul 23 11:56:23 Yes, I am. But, although its not quite the way I thought I would be striving to improve the lives in Eisen, it is still the same goal Jul 23 11:57:38 * MollyK nods Jul 23 11:59:36 Mmm yes. I thought you would be the jolly Graf of Sudlachenburg, fixing fences, straight-talking and making the people compromise over their disputes whilst I judged the best pig contests, visited the sick, and was asked to give my blessings over the babies... Jul 23 11:59:53 *its impossible to tell if she is serious or teasing* Jul 23 12:00:06 I still plan to be Jul 23 12:00:34 Whilst also annihilating monsters Jul 23 12:00:50 * Morgan nods Jul 23 12:03:37 And raising many supernaturally gifted children Jul 23 12:05:37 Thats the part that worries me most Jul 23 12:09:15 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 23 12:11:42 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 23 12:13:06 [11:59:38] MollyK: It is so much to ask, isn't it Jul 23 12:13:13 Of them, yes Jul 23 12:13:57 * MollyK nods Jul 23 12:14:27 And a pressure on us also. What if we did not want lots of children? Jul 23 12:15:00 You don't? Jul 23 12:17:00 * MollyK smiles Jul 23 12:17:07 I did not say that. Jul 23 12:17:25 Then... is that really something worth focussing on? Jul 23 12:17:56 But if our children will have a role in whatever is to come, there will need to be many of them. It feels as though the choice is not ours. Jul 23 12:18:42 Perhaps... it is my upbringing... the plate said eight. Jul 23 12:19:16 If I can wander so far from destiny that the Nibelungen struggle, how would a plate know? Jul 23 12:19:46 * Morgan shrugs Jul 23 12:22:47 Maybe it will be more than eight... Jul 23 12:23:44 I doubt it Jul 23 12:24:56 Would you mind terribly? Jul 23 12:25:47 No, I don't think so Jul 23 12:29:18 I wonder what the thirteenth child of thirteen, born of a thirteenth child of thirteen would do to the paths... Jul 23 12:30:23 * Morgan shrugs Jul 23 12:32:13 * MollyK yawns, covering her mouth Jul 23 12:32:47 Maybe we will find out, if you still have as strong a desire for me after twelve children as tonight Jul 23 12:33:01 I would imagine so Jul 23 12:35:05 Mmhmm. I hope so. Shall I sing? Jul 23 12:36:27 please Jul 23 12:37:12 * MollyK does so, making sure he falls asleep before she stops Jul 23 12:38:11 *He starts to dream. He had taken Molly with him from the port in San Lorenzo. She had also talked him into taking the kitten, which had cried whenever he tried to leave it in the cat alley and had come back to find him again within minutes. Jul 23 12:38:11 Perhaps that was foolhardy, taking them. The cat had grown on him, and Molly's excitement about the new port and finally going to Eisen has meant she has grown on him again too. He knew the road up beside the Schwarzenwald could be risky, the Schattenmann and theus alone knows what other creatures. But the bigger concern was what it would be like Jul 23 12:38:11 to have her in the town that he and Dietlinde had grown up in, lived and loved in, when he already has some guilt about how much he cares for her. Nothing happened, not supernaturally, or romantically, though that underlying tension has been like a travel companion, alongside the furry one inside his coat. They turned east where the road split Jul 23 12:38:11 off, a route through the forest too far north to be the Schwarzenwald, one that leads directly into the grounds of Die Dauerhaftigkeit. Jul 23 12:38:11 *They are only minutes away when she says* How can I make this easiest for you, liebes herz? Jul 23 12:39:17 * Morgan sighs Jul 23 12:39:28 Don't be offended by the inevitable attitude of my father Jul 23 12:39:40 * MollyK smiles gently Jul 23 12:39:50 I am used to noblemen looking down on me Jul 23 12:40:22 Even so Jul 23 12:42:16 * MollyK nods, looking around as the house comes into sight in the distance Jul 23 12:42:24 Wow. It is beautiful. Jul 23 12:42:46 * Morgan surveys the building Jul 23 12:42:48 I suppose so Jul 23 12:44:01 **It doesn't look to have changed at all. They continue to ride, needing to round the house to get to the stables. The first staff he sees are two men near the maze burning some clippings. Through the smoke he notices the black armbands they wear on their sleeves** Jul 23 12:44:46 That can't be good Jul 23 12:45:02 * MollyK is busy looking around Jul 23 12:45:07 What can't? Jul 23 12:45:14 The armbands... Jul 23 12:46:39 * MollyK looks Jul 23 12:46:44 Oh... Jul 23 12:47:07 *they continue on. He spots his parents, all in black. They're walking through the gardens, expressions serious. He hasn't seen his Father's face since that last day, in the marketplace, telling him about Jana's shoes. Adalbrecht seems to have aged a decade in the two years Morgan has been gone. Sadder to see, Verity's face that to him almost had a Jul 23 12:47:08 timeless, angelic quality, is also lined more than it should be* Jul 23 12:47:35 * Morgan murmurs Jul 23 12:47:42 If we get separated, stay away from the lake Jul 23 12:47:52 Why? Jul 23 12:48:02 There's something in it Jul 23 12:48:30 * MollyK nods, watching the couple who haven't seen them yet Jul 23 12:48:50 Are they your parents? Jul 23 12:48:56 * Morgan nods Jul 23 12:49:32 Should I take the kitten? Should we dismount? Jul 23 12:49:44 * Morgan nods, climbing down and handing her the cat Jul 23 12:50:13 * MollyK gets down too, taking the reins of both horses Jul 23 12:50:33 * Morgan watches his parents Jul 23 12:50:46 I'll give you some time... where are the stables? Jul 23 12:50:55 * Morgan points to them Jul 23 12:50:59 Just down there Jul 23 12:51:20 * MollyK leads the horses on Jul 23 12:51:25 * MollyK is now known as Verity Jul 23 12:52:02 * Verity and Adalbrecht are in the formal garden, but in mid-November not much grows Jul 23 12:52:17 * Morgan approaches them slowly, quietly Jul 23 12:53:25 * Verity is the first to spot him, letting go of Adalbrecht and coming to Morgan with open arms. He can see she's been crying and looks like she will again Jul 23 12:53:31 Oh Morgan! Jul 23 12:53:55 * Morgan wraps his arms around his mother Jul 23 12:54:02 Mother... what's happened? Jul 23 12:54:42 *Adalbrecht watches from a distance. Verity smells just as she always has. She clings to him firmly* Jul 23 12:54:55 Yensid and the letters did not reach you in Balig? Jul 23 12:55:12 No Jul 23 12:55:59 * Verity pulls away, looking at him. The pain in her eyes is so dreadful to see, a pain that has walked at his own side for two years now. Jul 23 12:56:12 Your brother... he is gone. Jul 23 12:56:31 Gone? Jul 23 12:57:19 He's... he's dead. *the tears run heavily down her cheeks, though she doesn't sob* Jul 23 12:57:53 *Adalbrecht continues to just watch them with little expression at all* Jul 23 12:58:28 * Morgan frowns Jul 23 12:58:30 How? Jul 23 12:59:12 He had been shot. Jul 23 13:00:41 I see Jul 23 13:00:51 * Verity studies his face Jul 23 13:00:58 You are in shock. Jul 23 13:01:23 I'm alright Jul 23 13:01:36 * Verity frowns Jul 23 13:01:59 I know you had a disagreement, dear boy, but he was your brother Jul 23 13:03:46 *Adalbrecht comes over, watching Morgan coldly* As you haven't given a damn about us all for two years, I am not surprised you do not care that your brother is dead. Jul 23 13:04:41 I... understand your feeling that. You are incorrect, however Jul 23 13:05:06 * Verity looks deeply cut by her husband's words, but does not call him on them Jul 23 13:05:32 Will you come to his grave with me, dear boy? Jul 23 13:05:45 If the Graf will allow it Jul 23 13:06:15 Ad: I will expect it. Jul 23 13:06:50 * Morgan looks at his father seriously Jul 23 13:07:29 I understand you are angry with me. Later, I will put myself at your disposal but for now, for mother, lets not... Jul 23 13:07:56 * Verity looks at her son gratefully Jul 23 13:08:15 Ad: *he nods curtly, taking out his cigar tin* Jul 23 13:08:46 * Morgan nods, offering his arm to his mother Jul 23 13:09:19 * Verity takes it, holding tight and leaning to him. Adalbrecht walks on ahead a little Jul 23 13:09:47 I am so heartbroken. My poor sweet baby. Jul 23 13:10:15 I know how you feel mother Jul 23 13:10:31 * Verity leans against him more Jul 23 13:10:55 The pain is so deep, isn't it? It is as if even my bones are in grief Jul 23 13:11:07 * Morgan nods Jul 23 13:11:48 We did not know if you would return. We did not know where you were. Jul 23 13:12:20 I was hiding. I didn't think I would ever return Jul 23 13:12:51 *she nods sadly* Once it was announced at church Otto came to tell us he knew where you lived now, and so we sent Yensid to find you. Jul 23 13:13:17 Probably just missed me. I've been in Castille Jul 23 13:13:26 * Verity nods Jul 23 13:13:57 Later, we would like to hear of your travels. But you will stay now, won't you? Jul 23 13:14:34 I have things I need to settle, but... I will talk to father about my coming home. Jul 23 13:15:10 *She nods. They walk around through the coachyard, passing alongside the lake. From the stables, he can hear Molly quietly talking to the cat* Jul 23 13:15:25 I will let you and he make arrangments Jul 23 13:15:31 * Morgan nods Jul 23 13:15:52 I know this isn't a good time to mention it, but I have a friend accompanying me... Jul 23 13:16:20 Do you need him for support through this shock? Jul 23 13:16:44 She... and I'll talk with her later, she is giving us time right now Jul 23 13:17:26 * Verity loosens her grip "Let her know how you are, dear boy. Your Father and I will be in the graveyard" Jul 23 13:18:00 Can I send her into the house? She could do with some tea after travelling Jul 23 13:18:36 Of course, dear boy. Reinhardt is away, but the other staff will see to her needs Jul 23 13:19:02 * Morgan lets go of her arm Jul 23 13:19:04 I won't be long Jul 23 13:19:59 * Verity nods, speeding up a little to reach Adalbrecht. Instead of offering his arm in a courtly manner, he wraps it around her waist, giving her his full support Jul 23 13:20:36 * Morgan heads to the stable Jul 23 13:20:50 * Verity is now known as Molly Jul 23 13:21:21 * Molly is feeding treats to the kitten who is sat on a barrel Jul 23 13:22:08 *The stables are empty of other humans, but there are several horses Jul 23 13:22:53 * Molly glances up at him, watching his expression and body language Jul 23 13:23:31 I'm sorry, I'm going to have to leave you a while... Jul 23 13:23:46 Is everything alright? Jul 23 13:24:00 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 23 13:24:04 Edward is dead Jul 23 13:24:22 * Molly looks shocked, blinking rapidly Jul 23 13:24:31 Oh! Jul 23 13:26:10 * Molly comes straight to him, wrapping her arms around him "I'm sorry." Jul 23 13:26:52 * Morgan nods Jul 23 13:29:09 What do you need from me? How can I help you right now? Jul 23 13:30:03 Go into the house, make yourself comfortable... I may be some time, especially once my father gets into his stride shouting at me Jul 23 13:30:25 * Molly pulls away and looks at him intensely Jul 23 13:30:32 That is all you need? Jul 23 13:30:45 My mother needs me. I will not fail her Jul 23 13:31:13 * Molly takes a deep breath, squaring her shoulders Jul 23 13:31:28 Alright, I will do as you say, liebes herz Jul 23 13:31:33 * Morgan nods Jul 23 13:31:34 Thank you Jul 23 13:32:06 * Molly lets go, stepping back Jul 23 13:32:21 You're welcome Jul 23 13:33:26 * Morgan looks conflicted momentarily before heading back out to find his mother Jul 23 13:33:43 * Molly is now known as Verity Jul 23 13:35:16 * Verity and Adalbrecht are stood by a fresh looking grave. She is wiping her eyes with a handkerchief. He knows this graveyard well, so the two simple wooden crosses by the back wall are immediately as out of place as the new granite headstone they are stood by Jul 23 13:35:31 * Morgan frowns, staring at them Jul 23 13:35:48 Ad: There you are. Jul 23 13:36:12 * Morgan nods, dragging his eyes from the crosses Jul 23 13:36:45 * Verity looks where he was looking Jul 23 13:37:15 Once we have paid our respects to your brother, we will give you time to see their graves. Jul 23 13:37:55 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 23 13:38:29 Ad: *He watches Morgan* I suppose you are surprised they are buried here. Jul 23 13:38:38 * Morgan nods Jul 23 13:38:40 Yes, I am Jul 23 13:38:53 * Verity looks at him, speaking quietly "Adalbrecht, please" Jul 23 13:39:04 Ad: That was Heinzharold's doing, not mine. Jul 23 13:39:35 * Morgan nods again Jul 23 13:40:09 * Verity holds out her hand to Morgan Jul 23 13:40:15 * Morgan takes it Jul 23 13:40:31 Please... we have all lost so much. We should come together in unity now. Jul 23 13:41:07 * Verity 's hand seems small and cool in his, far from her warm grip to stop him escaping as a child Jul 23 13:41:28 *Adalbrecht says nothing* Jul 23 13:42:52 I am not striving against that mother Jul 23 13:44:21 * Verity squeezes his hand. It's cold and breezy, the holy book engraved in the stone stark over the very final-looking copper-script "Edward Jeremias Koertig, beloved son and brother..." Jul 23 13:46:04 * Morgan stands quietly Jul 23 13:46:19 *Several moments pass. Ad: Those wild friends of his. If it hadn't been for the libertine Pottersdam he would not have been killed in that duel. Jul 23 13:46:54 I don't understand Jul 23 13:48:25 * Verity looks to Morgan "He was seconding. His friend had been indiscreet with a married woman, and her husband called Lord Pottersdam out. But he was too intoxicated the following morning, so Edward stepped in, and the ball hit him right in the chest" Jul 23 13:49:36 * Morgan scowls Jul 23 13:49:37 I see Jul 23 13:50:34 That was four weeks ago. We sent for you as soon as we knew where to Jul 23 13:51:16 I wasn't aware anyone knew where I was Jul 23 13:51:31 Ad: You should have left us your direction. Suppose I had died, or your Mother. Very irresponsible, Morgan. Jul 23 13:52:31 * Morgan doesn't reply Jul 23 13:54:23 Otto knew, from your letter in September. Jul 23 13:54:45 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 23 13:55:20 * Verity looks at her youngest son's grave, weeping quietly. Five minutes pass. Jul 23 13:55:54 Ad: I will take you inside, lady wife. Morgan, I expect you in my office in twenty minutes. Jul 23 13:56:36 I'll be there Jul 23 13:57:47 * Verity rubs his arm before going, leaving Morgan alone in the graveyard Jul 23 14:01:36 * Morgan stares at his brothers grave for a few minutes before going and kneeling by Dietlinde and Jana's Jul 23 14:05:11 *they are so simple compared to all the others, just their names carved into the wood. By the wall, they are set aside from the others, present but not belonging. Jul 23 14:05:49 I'm so sorry. I miss you so very much Jul 23 14:07:08 *it is completely quiet, aside from the breeze. He can smell roses from nearby, yet none exist Jul 23 14:08:45 * Morgan looks around Jul 23 14:09:10 *everything seems a bit unreal, a little blue toned Jul 23 14:09:55 * Morgan frowns Jul 23 14:10:43 *he realises he is dreaming, but doesn't automatically wake up. He can also tell it isn't near dawn yet Jul 23 14:11:24 * Morgan tries to escape the dream without waking Jul 23 14:14:25 *he finds himself moving to the shore of the Sudlache, away from the dream like closing a book on it. Yet the shore is here, the stones are here. Jul 23 14:14:55 * Morgan picks up a few stones, skimming them Jul 23 14:15:32 *it is quite peaceful until he hears Molly murmur his name* Jul 23 14:15:45 * Morgan looks round Jul 23 14:15:53 *she isn't there* Jul 23 14:16:00 * Morgan tries to wake Jul 23 14:16:32 *the room is lit by a single candle, and she is watching him* Jul 23 14:16:37 * Verity is now known as Molly Jul 23 14:17:01 * Morgan looks at her Jul 23 14:17:03 What's wrong? Jul 23 14:18:05 Nothing, but it is almost six, and I thought you might wish to be up before your Father comes to frogmarch us the last three hours to Graben Jul 23 14:18:26 * Morgan nods Jul 23 14:18:28 Good idea Jul 23 14:18:48 * Molly kisses his forehead Jul 23 14:18:54 Good morning, my love Jul 23 14:19:12 Morning blossom Jul 23 14:19:20 How did you sleep? Jul 23 14:19:28 So so Jul 23 14:19:40 * Molly smiles Jul 23 14:19:53 Perhaps the nightmare trap helped? Jul 23 14:20:06 * Morgan shrugs Jul 23 14:20:15 I don't think so Jul 23 14:20:40 * Molly nods a little Jul 23 14:20:47 You had a nightmare again? Jul 23 14:20:55 * Morgan nods Jul 23 14:21:17 You do not seem overly troubled... Jul 23 14:22:06 No... the dream was deeply unpleasant but I realised it was a dream... then I sort of went to that place that I go to when I get stuck in a dream, just... on the shore of the Sudlache Jul 23 14:22:22 How strange... Jul 23 14:22:36 * Morgan nods Jul 23 14:23:43 What was the dream? Jul 23 14:24:41 * Morgan climbs out of bed, getting dressed Jul 23 14:25:56 Lets see... After the monastery, Sigfried had sold the Rose to Dau, I was going home... you did not want to return to Avalon and Jaeger, so had decided to run away. I persuaded you to come with me to Eisen... when we arrived, it turned out Edward had been killed in that stupid duel because Potts was too drunk to do his duty. Jul 23 14:26:29 * Molly nods slowly, watching him Jul 23 14:26:54 That sounds like a very plausible way things could have been Jul 23 14:26:59 * Morgan nods Jul 23 14:27:00 aye Jul 23 14:27:38 You would have been awfully conflicted, I imagine? Jul 23 14:28:11 * Morgan nods Jul 23 14:28:12 very Jul 23 14:29:44 How do you feel now? Jul 23 14:30:08 I'm alright Jul 23 14:31:24 * Molly nods Jul 23 14:31:44 I am glad. You have had worse nights lately Jul 23 14:31:49 * Morgan nods Jul 23 14:32:00 I think... that 'thread' had reached its end... Jul 23 14:33:28 * Molly nods Jul 23 14:33:48 You mentioned that you believe the threads end when you know it is a dream Jul 23 14:34:15 * Morgan nods Jul 23 14:34:17 aye Jul 23 14:34:47 But we did not end up together? Jul 23 14:35:03 We hadn't at that point Jul 23 14:36:00 But it is probable? Jul 23 14:36:21 I think so Jul 23 14:36:38 * Molly gets up, a couple of very light bruises on her hips Jul 23 14:36:59 Most paths lead to the convergence? Jul 23 14:37:10 * Morgan frowns Jul 23 14:37:14 I hurt you Jul 23 14:39:06 * Molly smiles a little, looking at the marks Jul 23 14:39:16 Oh that. It's nothing to worry about Jul 23 14:39:33 * Morgan frowns harder Jul 23 14:41:11 I am fine, my love. We were enthused, that is all Jul 23 14:41:25 Even so Jul 23 14:41:42 I should imagine you have some marks also! Jul 23 14:41:55 * Morgan shrugs Jul 23 14:41:59 Maybe Jul 23 14:42:09 * Molly looks a little sad Jul 23 14:42:20 It bothers you so much? Jul 23 14:42:33 Why would it not? Jul 23 14:43:25 Because it comes from love, and need, and passion Jul 23 14:43:42 * Morgan still frowns Jul 23 14:43:45 I suppose so Jul 23 14:43:50 * Molly covers the marks with her shift Jul 23 14:44:02 If I must, I will heal them away. Jul 23 14:49:28 But you do not wish to Jul 23 14:49:45 * Molly shakes her head, finding her dress Jul 23 14:49:49 No, I do not. Jul 23 14:50:09 Because they are a reminder of my need for you Jul 23 14:50:56 * Molly nods, smiling Jul 23 14:51:01 Absolutely Jul 23 14:51:45 * Morgan nods Jul 23 14:52:12 Do you wish me to take away any marks I have left upon you? Jul 23 14:52:28 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 23 14:52:29 no Jul 23 14:52:33 Why? Jul 23 14:52:45 * Molly pulls her dress over her head Jul 23 14:58:51 I'm going to go find some coffee I think Jul 23 14:59:06 * Molly frowns Jul 23 14:59:20 I have displeased you Jul 23 14:59:32 Why would you ever think that? Jul 23 15:00:23 I asked why you did not wish me to Jul 23 15:01:00 The same reason Jul 23 15:01:08 * Molly smiles Jul 23 15:01:18 That matters to you? Jul 23 15:01:51 * Morgan nods Jul 23 15:01:53 Of course it does Jul 23 15:02:29 * Molly smiles Jul 23 15:02:53 I like that you would be thinking of me that way Jul 23 15:03:33 * Morgan nods Jul 23 15:04:02 Coffee would be nice, thank you Jul 23 15:04:15 * Morgan nods, going in search of some Jul 23 15:06:28 *he passes another room, faintly able to hear talking from within* Jul 23 15:07:01 * Morgan slows down Jul 23 15:08:41 *it sounds to be Adalbrecht and Verity Jul 23 15:09:33 * Morgan stops to listen Jul 23 15:13:44 * Molly is now known as Verity Jul 23 15:13:52 I will not tell them Jul 23 15:14:16 A: I am sure they would all be very smug Jul 23 15:14:58 * Morgan smiles to himself Jul 23 15:15:40 A: I will see you soon, my dear. I will bring you some tea. Jul 23 15:16:26 * Morgan moves away from the door, back the way he came Jul 23 15:20:20 * Verity is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 23 15:20:36 * Adalbrecht opens the door, seeing Morgan's back Jul 23 15:20:55 Ah Morgan! Good, you are up already. I was just waking your Mother Jul 23 15:21:09 * Morgan turns, looking at his father Jul 23 15:21:26 I was just looking for you Jul 23 15:22:37 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 23 15:22:52 Well I was waking your Mother, that was why you could not find me Jul 23 15:23:38 * Morgan approaches his father before wrapping his arms around him, hugging him hard Jul 23 15:24:23 * Adalbrecht hugs him tightly in return, patting his back Jul 23 15:24:31 What's wrong? Jul 23 15:24:40 * Morgan lets go, backing up a bit Jul 23 15:25:29 nothing. I realised I had not been aware of how my absence would've impacted you or, moreso, what you might feel about it... I loved you constantly but it must not have seemed that way Jul 23 15:32:33 * Adalbrecht looks at him Jul 23 15:33:45 It is very early for this, Morgan. *he doesn't seem chastising* Jul 23 15:34:07 For what? Jul 23 15:34:56 Discussing something so deep Jul 23 15:35:13 * Morgan shrugs Jul 23 15:35:58 I was not requesting a discussion... I just wished to express my love for you and mother, that those feelings had no waned, and that I am sorry I hurt you with my absence without delay. Jul 23 15:38:27 * Adalbrecht pulls him back into a hug "I did not appreciate how much we, particularly I, must have hurt you over Dietlinde. I had told myself the situation was completely different from what your Mother and I faced with your Grandfather, but I see now it was not. I understand the rejection you must have felt personally" Jul 23 15:39:46 * Morgan nods slightly into his fathers shoulder Jul 23 15:40:22 * Morgan steps back, speaking quietly Jul 23 15:41:29 For years I... wished Edward dead... I dreamed it last night, and even knowing it was a dream, it did not happen, it _wrenches_ at a part of me. Jul 23 15:42:33 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 23 15:42:50 Edward is quite well, as you will see for yourself in a few hours Jul 23 15:42:57 * Morgan nods Jul 23 15:43:05 He'll be lucky if I don't squeeze him to death Jul 23 15:43:33 * Adalbrecht smiles Jul 23 15:43:47 Sometimes you are so much like your uncle was Jul 23 15:44:50 Easygoing, charming, smarter than you gave him credit for? Jul 23 15:46:02 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 23 15:46:33 Practical and fiercely protective. Not afraid to go toe-to-toe with authority. Jul 23 15:47:32 Its just a driving force to do what I feel is right... and it doesn't necessarily extend to everyone... Jul 23 15:48:10 There is an authority you would not go toe-to-toe with? Jul 23 15:48:19 * Morgan nods Jul 23 15:48:21 definitely Jul 23 15:51:07 * Adalbrecht speaks quietly Jul 23 15:51:15 Is it Claudia, or your wife? Jul 23 15:51:38 * Morgan laughs Jul 23 15:51:43 No, actually Jul 23 15:52:06 It isn't your Father, so who? Jul 23 15:52:51 Grunhelm Jul 23 15:55:44 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 23 15:55:55 Eminently sensible. Jul 23 15:56:13 * Morgan nods Jul 23 15:56:19 I thought so Jul 23 15:57:12 Now, is Molly up and dressed? Jul 23 15:57:28 * Morgan nods Jul 23 15:57:37 In fact, I'm going to get some coffee Jul 23 15:57:40 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 23 15:58:01 Can you see to some tea for your Mother too? Jul 23 15:58:38 You need to pack the things in your room before we go? Jul 23 15:59:10 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 23 15:59:18 Yes, I will see to that Jul 23 15:59:45 I can take care of that for you if you wish to round everyone up... Jul 23 16:02:59 No no, if you get your friends together I will do that Jul 23 16:03:50 No, its fine, I know you like to make sure everyone is up and ready Jul 23 16:04:15 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 23 16:04:29 Are you going back to Molly, or downstairs? Jul 23 16:04:45 Downstairs, coffee... remember? Jul 23 16:04:53 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 23 16:05:04 Off you go Jul 23 16:05:33 * Morgan smiles slightly before nodding and heading off Jul 23 16:06:35 *he can faintly hear Adalbrecht go back into Verity's room Jul 23 16:07:13 * Morgan chuckles as he carries on Jul 23 16:09:12 *he gets coffee and tea, as well as organising breakfast* Jul 23 16:09:56 * Morgan carries it back up, first stopping off to deliver tea to his mother Jul 23 16:12:28 * Adalbrecht is now known as Verity Jul 23 16:12:45 * Verity opens the door Jul 23 16:12:51 Good morning, dear boy Jul 23 16:13:15 Good morning mother Jul 23 16:15:00 * Verity takes the tea Jul 23 16:15:03 Thank you Jul 23 16:15:18 How did you sleep? Jul 23 16:20:59 * Verity has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jul 23 17:17:53 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 23 17:25:04 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 23 17:27:21 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 23 17:27:32 * Adalbrecht is now known as Verity Jul 23 17:27:32 * Verity opens the door Jul 23 17:27:32 Good morning, dear boy Jul 23 17:27:32 Good morning mother Jul 23 17:27:32 * Verity takes the tea Jul 23 17:27:34 Thank you Jul 23 17:27:34 * MollyK is now known as Verity Jul 23 17:27:36 How did you sleep? Jul 23 17:28:04 Quite well. And you, dear boy? Jul 23 17:28:10 So so Jul 23 17:28:23 * Verity smiles Jul 23 17:29:19 We should be in Graben late morning. I am looking forward to seeing Edward Jul 23 17:29:33 * Morgan nods Jul 23 17:29:34 Me too Jul 23 17:30:28 I am sure he will be quite nervous, and dear Mina even more so. I last saw her at your wedding, so much has changed since then Jul 23 17:30:49 * Morgan nods Jul 23 17:31:04 I'm really looking forward to sleeping in the snow... Jul 23 17:31:21 * Verity smiles Jul 23 17:31:46 You were always a very hardy boy, I am sure you will all have a very nice night Jul 23 17:32:59 I don't know _nice_ is accurate, but we'll be fine Jul 23 17:35:13 It has been such a long time since the three of you went out to camp together. I remember your Father used to write when he was on active duty about the long, dull nights camping with his men and how he was dreaming of being out in a peaceful Eisen with his precious boys Jul 23 17:36:04 * Morgan nods Jul 23 17:36:14 Its taken an awfully long time Jul 23 17:37:00 * Verity nods Jul 23 17:37:51 I am so looking forward to seeing you boys and your wives, and Jarvie and her husband, all together. It will be a very proud day Jul 23 17:38:18 * Morgan nods Jul 23 17:40:57 I won't hold you up dear boy Jul 23 17:41:29 * Morgan nods, taking the tray up to his room Jul 23 17:42:43 * Verity is now known as Molly Jul 23 17:42:57 * Molly is writing a note Jul 23 17:43:10 * Morgan puts the coffee down Jul 23 17:43:13 What's that? Jul 23 17:43:37 Wonderful timing, my love. I need to know if we are asking Siegfried to go to Zweibrucke Jul 23 17:44:02 The potential problem is... if her memory does not return, she won't know who he is Jul 23 17:45:14 No... but she is still their Queen and should be in Capperlucia to be looked after by her family. Jul 23 17:45:30 And if she does not want to go? Jul 23 17:45:59 Then we can give him an answer. It is cruel to let him wander Theah for the rest of his days Jul 23 17:46:11 * Morgan nods Jul 23 17:46:16 It will hurt him greatly Jul 23 17:47:35 Of course it will. But wouldn't you want to know? Jul 23 17:48:54 * Morgan nods Jul 23 17:49:02 That rather answers the question then Jul 23 17:50:06 * Molly smiles, finishing the note, blowing on it before handing it over Jul 23 17:50:23 Would you mind putting it on the mirror whilst I do my hair? Jul 23 17:50:34 * Morgan nods, going to do so Jul 23 17:52:07 *As he takes the old one off, he see Florrie slide the paper off in Morgan's Rock, her little face peering in. Her eyes light up. The few weeks since he has seen her have been good for her, she looks better rested and fuller in the face. But that does make her look more like Jana. Jul 23 17:52:07 F: Ballhead! Jul 23 17:52:13 * Molly is now known as Florrie Jul 23 17:52:46 *Molly starts quietly giggling* Jul 23 17:54:59 * Morgan grins Jul 23 17:55:03 Hello Florrie Jul 23 17:57:19 Do tinkle in bed. Oops. Jul 23 17:57:38 Oh dear... never mind. You sleeping better now? Jul 23 17:57:52 Yes. Head not dizzy Jul 23 17:58:04 That's brilliant. How are you liking it there? Jul 23 17:58:29 Lots of plants. Lots of grass Jul 23 18:01:04 That sounds good Jul 23 18:01:32 Where you? Jul 23 18:02:18 We're in Eisen, nearly in Graben Jul 23 18:03:24 Go wedding? Jul 23 18:04:13 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:04:16 Day after tomorrow Jul 23 18:04:35 A: Who are you talking to? *she walks into view* Jul 23 18:05:02 * Morgan chuckles quietly Jul 23 18:05:04 Ballhead Jul 23 18:05:36 *Alice smiles* Good morning. Sorry, I did say not to play with the mirror Jul 23 18:05:57 * Florrie peers closer to the mirror "where Varick?" Jul 23 18:06:30 He's getting dressed in another room... its fine Alice, I was just about to leave a note for Siegfried Jul 23 18:08:19 A: How is everyone? Jul 23 18:08:27 Get Varick? Jul 23 18:09:21 We're good.... Molly, would you mind getting Varick? Florrie wants to say hello Jul 23 18:10:41 *Alice and Molly briefly exchange pleasantries before Molly goes* Jul 23 18:11:37 A: Everything is well here, did you hear that Varick's painting won the contest at Lady Torrington's party? Jul 23 18:11:51 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:12:04 And an engagement too... wonderful news Jul 23 18:12:37 A: *She nods* We had a little party at Pete's house for them Jul 23 18:13:05 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:13:41 I was thinking... given how long I'm going to be away.... I was wondering what you thought about introducing Florrie to Edward with the mirror Jul 23 18:14:47 A: I think that would be good Jul 23 18:15:03 See Edward Daddy? Jul 23 18:16:05 In a few days, before I go sailing. That reminds me, actually... how is the blessing fixed for trade? Jul 23 18:17:36 A: Very well now we have the new sails and contracts with Lady Torrington Jul 23 18:17:43 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:18:00 I had an opportunity, but if you're already busy, I'll keep my ship on it Jul 23 18:19:05 I am, for now. I wanted to look at making the island a travel way point, maybe get that inn running again Jul 23 18:19:23 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:21:15 A: Do you mind? Jul 23 18:22:14 If you think it could be doable and worth it, do it... I wasn't joking when I said I'd leave the running of it to you. Keep me informed, if I have any objections, I'll voice them, but there's very little I would expect need my permission Jul 23 18:22:24 *Varick comes running in, standing right in front of Morgan* Hi Florrie! Jul 23 18:23:03 A: That sounds good to me. It's a beautiful island, Florrie is very happy here Jul 23 18:23:41 * Morgan smiles Jul 23 18:23:50 I am very glad of that Jul 23 18:24:04 * Florrie jumps up and down with excitement, telling Varick about her "chooks" Jul 23 18:24:24 A: I hope Edward's wedding goes well Jul 23 18:25:35 * Florrie bends over, looking up under her legs towards her bottom "egg goes POP!" Jul 23 18:25:53 * Morgan laughs hard before looking at Alice Jul 23 18:25:58 *Varick starts laughing* Jul 23 18:26:17 *Alice smiles* she loves the chickens Jul 23 18:26:34 Thank you, I'll pass that on. Have you still got Henrietta? She was Molly's favourite Jul 23 18:27:17 A: That only is Florrie's favourite. She's an excellent layer Jul 23 18:28:10 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:28:15 * Florrie looks to Morgan "Henny goes... *she sticks her head down again* pop pop pop pop! Jul 23 18:29:19 *Varick starts copying her. There's a knock on the door* Jul 23 18:30:42 * Morgan calls out Jul 23 18:30:45 Just a minute Jul 23 18:30:52 * Morgan looks back to the mirror Jul 23 18:31:03 We'd best get on, my fathers keen to get moving Jul 23 18:31:22 * Florrie looks sad Jul 23 18:31:28 See Ballhead soon? Jul 23 18:31:41 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:31:45 We'll talk again in a few days Jul 23 18:31:51 A: Take care, Morgan Jul 23 18:31:58 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:32:10 And you... I'll leave the message for Sigfried on the mirror Jul 23 18:32:15 * Florrie kisses the mirror Jul 23 18:32:52 *Varick waves bye to them, and Alice makes Florrie cover it again* Jul 23 18:33:17 * Morgan puts the note against the mirror before putting it away and going to answer the door Jul 23 18:34:02 * Florrie is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 23 18:34:06 * Adalbrecht smiles Jul 23 18:34:15 Breakfast is ready Jul 23 18:34:48 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:34:53 We'll be down in just a moment Jul 23 18:39:51 * Adalbrecht is now known as Varick Jul 23 18:40:19 *They pack away, Molly going on ahead with Adalbrecht* Jul 23 18:40:27 I like Florrie Jul 23 18:41:58 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:42:02 I do... she likes you Jul 23 18:42:36 We are cousins, like you and auntie jarvie Jul 23 18:42:43 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:44:15 When can we speak to her again? Jul 23 18:45:22 I'm not sure... maybe for a little bit in a few days Jul 23 18:46:45 * Varick nods Jul 23 18:48:15 *HH and Claudia help Morgan get the bags down the the coach, Adalbrecht's and Verity's helpfully put in the hall by her room. The air is cold, still dark as they secure the load* Jul 23 18:48:19 * Varick is now known as HH Jul 23 18:48:29 How's it going, man? Jul 23 18:49:03 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 23 18:49:12 alright. Thank you for having Varick last night Jul 23 18:50:44 No problem, man. Hope y' made the best of it! *he ties down the trunks* Jul 23 18:51:03 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:51:07 aye Jul 23 18:51:30 Tonight you get to freeze your balls off Jul 23 18:51:39 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:51:40 Such fun Jul 23 18:55:04 C: With Edward and your Father. In the cold. Jul 23 18:55:42 * Morgan nods Jul 23 18:55:51 And then you'll be wearing breeches Jul 23 18:56:58 C: why would he? I brought his uniform Jul 23 18:57:22 Retribution for being unbearably smug about not sleeping in the snow Jul 23 18:57:49 * HH grins at Morgan "hope it snows on you" Jul 23 18:58:48 Hope you enjoy wearing your breeches Jul 23 18:59:53 Inga likes me in breeches Jul 23 19:00:29 Inga just likes you, which in itself is baffling Jul 23 19:00:45 She's got eyes, that's why Jul 23 19:01:41 That's why its baffling alright Jul 23 19:03:16 C: It's not seeing him that's the problem, it's hearing him... sometimes it's smelling him too Jul 23 19:03:32 * Morgan nods Jul 23 19:03:34 Good point Jul 23 19:03:55 * HH looks at her a moment with a very slow nod "So you think I look sexy..." Jul 23 19:04:18 C: *she rolls her eyes* Jul 23 19:05:36 Did rather walk into that Jul 23 19:07:05 C: *she nods* Guess I did. Let's eat Jul 23 19:07:09 * Morgan nods Jul 23 19:07:32 C: *she walks towards the building* How was your night? Jul 23 19:08:05 Been better... been worse Jul 23 19:12:46 C: Not bad. How will you manage out in the wild? Jul 23 19:13:37 I've no idea. Getting drunk doesn't help, getting knocked out doesn't help Jul 23 19:14:50 Did y' try praying? Jul 23 19:15:01 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 23 19:15:04 No, actually Jul 23 19:17:10 Mebbie try that? Jul 23 19:17:43 Worth a shot Jul 23 19:21:12 * HH has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 23 19:27:56 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 23 19:29:50 *they go into breakfast. It's nice, but Varick waits til Morgan has a mouthful of egg before quietly saying "pop." Jul 23 19:31:02 * Morgan nearly chokes Jul 23 19:32:23 **HH whacks him on the back* Jul 23 19:34:43 * Morgan gets control of himself, swallowing his food Jul 23 19:35:48 * MollyK looks at Varick, whispering "we can do that later, when Papa isn't eating" Jul 23 19:36:01 *Varick nods, eating nicely* Jul 23 19:36:37 * Morgan grins at him Jul 23 19:39:54 *Varick stops doing the popping until Morgan can hear him randomly doing it in the coach whilst Morgan is driving, Molly at his side Jul 23 19:40:02 I'll miss you tonight Jul 23 19:43:03 * Morgan nods Jul 23 19:43:05 I don't blame you Jul 23 19:47:01 * MollyK smiles Jul 23 19:47:04 Oh? Jul 23 19:47:15 * Morgan laughs quietly Jul 23 19:48:45 Spending too much time with HeinzHarold I think Jul 23 19:49:10 * MollyK smiles Jul 23 19:49:40 I don't mind giving your ego a little stroking now and then Jul 23 19:51:30 * Morgan nods Jul 23 19:51:46 Florrie is looking well, don't you think? Jul 23 19:53:59 * MollyK nods Jul 23 19:54:11 Yes she is. They're obviously eating better Jul 23 19:54:59 * Morgan nods Jul 23 19:56:17 That's good, isn't it? Jul 23 19:56:32 * Morgan nods Jul 23 19:56:34 absolutely Jul 23 19:57:25 She looks far healthier now Jul 23 19:57:47 * Morgan nods Jul 23 19:59:51 * MollyK smiles "she's certainly blossoming in confidence with the family" Jul 23 20:00:39 * Morgan nods Jul 23 20:00:51 Cracking little sense of humour as well Jul 23 20:03:05 Oh my goodness, that pun could ruffle some feathers Jul 23 20:05:32 * Morgan laughs Jul 23 20:05:46 I'm quite proud of it Jul 23 20:05:54 * MollyK smiles Jul 23 20:06:24 Good. You will wrap up warm tonight? Jul 23 20:06:47 * Morgan nods Jul 23 20:06:49 I will Jul 23 20:09:12 And I will try not to drink too much wine Jul 23 20:09:50 * Morgan nods Jul 23 20:09:53 Probably best Jul 23 20:11:40 It wouldn't be practical to have the usual effects of alcohol when I am sharing a room with Mina and Stef Jul 23 20:11:56 No, not really Jul 23 20:12:33 Although I am sure much inappropriate talk will be had anyway! Jul 23 20:12:55 I don't doubt that at all Jul 23 20:14:12 *she whispers* Do not worry, I shan't tell them all the wonderful ways you please me Jul 23 20:15:14 * Morgan nods Jul 23 20:15:19 I'm not sure they'd thank you Jul 23 20:17:02 Oh I don't know... I was quite grateful for Stef telling us about the pillow, despite the fact we have not fully utilised it yet? Jul 23 20:20:40 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 23 20:44:43 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 23 20:46:43 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 23 21:14:12 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 23 21:29:18 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout) Jul 23 21:47:55 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 23 22:22:55 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 23 22:23:38 I'm not sure they'd appreciate hearing how poorly their husbands will compare Jul 23 22:24:21 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 23 22:25:16 Although I am sure much inappropriate talk will be had anyway! Jul 23 22:25:17 I don't doubt that at all Jul 23 22:25:17 *she whispers* Do not worry, I shan't tell them all the wonderful ways you please me Jul 23 22:25:17 * Morgan nods Jul 23 22:25:17 I'm not sure they'd thank you Jul 23 22:25:18 Oh I don't know... I was quite grateful for Stef telling us about the pillow, despite the fact we have not fully utilised it yet? Jul 23 22:25:31 I'm not sure they'd appreciate hearing how poorly their husbands will compare Jul 23 22:27:03 * MollyK giggles Jul 23 22:27:25 Yes, that would be quite sad Jul 23 22:27:31 * Morgan nods Jul 23 22:29:07 Perhaps I will just pass on a certain skill I taught Inga then Jul 23 22:30:28 * Morgan nods Jul 23 22:30:30 If you wish Jul 23 22:31:48 * MollyK glances at him Jul 23 22:31:57 You would not mind? Jul 23 22:32:16 * Morgan shrugs Jul 23 22:34:06 * MollyK smiles Jul 23 22:34:27 It would be nice to share our dreaming this evening Jul 23 22:34:44 * Morgan nods Jul 23 22:34:46 aye Jul 23 22:36:15 Your Father seems cheerful again today Jul 23 22:36:35 * Morgan nods Jul 23 22:36:46 He will claim to have spent the night in his own room, but he didn't Jul 23 22:37:23 * MollyK glances at him Jul 23 22:37:29 Didn't he?! Jul 23 22:37:40 Not from what I heard this morning, no Jul 23 22:38:52 * MollyK wrinkles her nose Jul 23 22:38:55 Oh no! Jul 23 22:39:19 No, nothing like that... Jul 23 22:39:28 Thank goodness! Jul 23 22:40:12 indeed. No, he was saying how smug we'd be if we knew Jul 23 22:40:29 And are you, mon petit chou? Jul 23 22:40:53 uhhh... no, actually. I'm pleased. Jul 23 22:44:39 Because he is easier to travel with? Jul 23 22:45:01 Because he is happier Jul 23 22:45:14 * MollyK smiles Jul 23 22:45:26 He will be horrible tomorrow Jul 23 22:45:49 * Morgan nods Jul 23 22:45:51 undoubtedly Jul 23 22:46:15 And you, will be grumpy having not slept with me? Jul 23 22:46:51 * Morgan nods Jul 23 22:47:11 But less frustrated, at least Jul 23 22:47:25 * Morgan nods Jul 23 22:47:30 definitely Jul 23 22:48:50 We will have many peaceful days between the wedding and new year Jul 23 22:50:03 I would hope so Jul 23 22:50:27 I am due to be sparkly before we leave though Jul 23 22:51:03 * Morgan nods Jul 23 22:51:06 right Jul 23 22:51:32 I am not sure how we manage that Jul 23 22:51:43 Nor am i Jul 23 22:52:18 Perhaps we will go into the woods, tell everyone we are drachen spotting? Jul 23 22:52:39 Maybe... Jul 23 22:53:02 * MollyK nods Jul 23 22:53:13 We have another week yet Jul 23 22:53:23 * Morgan nods Jul 23 22:53:24 good Jul 23 22:53:31 * MollyK nods Jul 23 22:54:20 Today is the final day I would be able to easily discontinue the herbs for this month Jul 23 22:54:44 What are you thinking about that? Jul 23 22:55:11 I am able to see reasons for and against Jul 23 22:55:37 * Morgan nods Jul 23 22:56:05 And you? Jul 23 22:56:21 I am... torn Jul 23 22:56:30 * MollyK nods Jul 23 22:57:01 The delay and possibly extended delay for my fertility... Jul 23 22:58:04 mmmhmmm Jul 23 22:58:38 That this trip has taught us how short life is... Jul 23 22:58:58 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:00:33 Simply that I want to make you a Father again, to get to watch you feel that rush of love for our newborn child... Jul 23 23:01:07 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:01:10 but... Jul 23 23:03:54 But I have to make two trips a year in the next three years, and a ship, no matter how luxurious, is a hard place foe a baby Jul 23 23:04:03 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:04:56 Which means, at best, I would need to accept our first child would remain here in Eisen with you whist I was away working Jul 23 23:06:05 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 23 23:06:57 And that means wet nurses, nursery maids, missing first words and first steps... Jul 23 23:07:35 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:08:22 And it would mean you doing so much of it alone Jul 23 23:08:41 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:08:48 You are correct Jul 23 23:09:01 Would you want that? Jul 23 23:10:02 No, I would not want to do it without you Jul 23 23:10:33 Then I suppose we must continue on as we are Jul 23 23:11:00 Which neither of us actually want Jul 23 23:11:15 * MollyK shakes her head Jul 23 23:11:47 I want to see Capperlucia, and I want the trade to be a success, but... Jul 23 23:11:54 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:11:56 I know Jul 23 23:13:08 I was not certain, when I agreed to marry you, that there would ever be a child in my future. That to me was a condition I weighed up. Jul 23 23:15:21 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:15:47 I knew when we returned it would be necessary... I never thought I'd actively _want_ children... Jul 23 23:17:16 I had no idea we would be coming to Eisen at all if I accepted your proposal *she smiles a little* Jul 23 23:17:33 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:18:32 You knew before you proposed? That the future would mean Eisen and heirs? Jul 23 23:19:35 No, not at all... but I didn't feel I could do that to my parents again. Jul 23 23:19:47 * MollyK nods Jul 23 23:20:24 And at the end of the three years, you intended to just do your duty, grin and bear it? Jul 23 23:20:52 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:21:32 * MollyK nods sadly Jul 23 23:22:00 I would have found that incredibly tough Jul 23 23:22:07 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:22:09 aye Jul 23 23:22:35 And now we have rather the opposite problem Jul 23 23:22:54 Aye, we do Jul 23 23:23:11 * MollyK sighs Jul 23 23:23:35 You will speak to Faulk in the next few days? Jul 23 23:24:58 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:25:00 That is my plan Jul 23 23:25:12 What will you say? Jul 23 23:25:49 I'm going to lay out the issue and see what he says Jul 23 23:26:28 That we want babies as soon we possibly can? Jul 23 23:27:17 But that we will abide by the agreement we made... Jul 23 23:27:43 But at the cost of our happiness? Jul 23 23:28:11 I'm hoping he can think of something that satisfies us all Jul 23 23:28:28 * MollyK nods Jul 23 23:29:02 Some waiting is not too bad. We do not yet have a house to raise children in Jul 23 23:29:24 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:29:25 aye Jul 23 23:31:16 Though I hope we can resolve that with Dekker in the next few days. Building a nest will hopefully help ease the lack of having an egg for it yet Jul 23 23:31:33 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:31:35 indeed Jul 23 23:33:52 We are in a much better place than we were. I have worried for months how you would deal with an accidental conception Jul 23 23:34:05 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:36:06 Such as just before the anniversary when my course was so late Jul 23 23:37:07 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:37:08 aye Jul 23 23:38:24 But now I do not have to worry, only how to tell you in a wonderful way you will always fondly remember Jul 23 23:38:53 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:39:01 That would be wonderful Jul 23 23:40:19 * MollyK smiles softly Jul 23 23:40:42 I cannot tell you how much I look forward to that day Jul 23 23:41:29 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:41:33 Me too Jul 23 23:41:53 * MollyK smiles, leaning her cheek to his arm Jul 23 23:42:01 One day, my love Jul 23 23:42:24 Aye, one day Jul 23 23:43:31 And then another... and another... Jul 23 23:43:41 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:43:52 * MollyK gives him a little smile Jul 23 23:44:36 Until one day I turn to you and say "Oh god liebes herz, I think I am with child _again_!" Jul 23 23:45:03 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:46:56 Then you might miss our sailing, days at sea with me to yourself Jul 23 23:47:27 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:47:38 A sacrifice I knew I'd have to make Jul 23 23:48:23 * MollyK whispers "you'll miss being atop me without feeling like you're cresting a wave!" Jul 23 23:48:44 * Morgan laughs, blushing Jul 23 23:48:47 Oh yes Jul 23 23:49:12 * MollyK giggles Jul 23 23:49:44 You'll miss that so much each time that that is how the next one will be made! Jul 23 23:50:06 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:50:43 * MollyK moves up to kiss his cheek Jul 23 23:51:01 Maybe you'll now miss that by tomorrow night Jul 23 23:51:45 I imagine so Jul 23 23:52:32 Me too... though I will miss it by tonight Jul 23 23:53:38 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:53:43 Its only one night apart Jul 23 23:55:04 You recall what every night apart was like when you left me in Tawstock to find Kai? Jul 23 23:55:47 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:55:49 yes Jul 23 23:56:50 I miss you like that every night you are not with me Jul 23 23:57:12 * Morgan nods Jul 23 23:57:14 likewise Jul 23 23:57:30 * MollyK smiles Jul 23 23:57:39 I'll be thinking of you Jul 23 23:58:59 And I you