**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sun Jul 24 00:01:18 2022 Jul 24 00:01:18 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 24 00:02:29 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jul 24 12:01:39 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 24 12:06:05 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 24 14:03:36 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 24 14:13:19 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout) Jul 24 15:33:20 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 24 15:38:14 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout) Jul 24 17:32:20 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 24 19:09:17 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 24 19:12:43 *Adalbrecht insists they let Claudia drive, but conceeds to let Molly ride in front of Morgan. As they near Graben, there is much more settled snow, the land on an incline with the Drachenburg mountains in the background, a stunning sight. He had been further south when he had aimed his rifle at Kauffmann, but only twenty miles or so. It is colder Jul 24 19:12:43 here than before too Jul 24 19:13:09 * MollyK looks ahead of them, due east Jul 24 19:13:30 I have never seen anything like this... *she sounds awed* Jul 24 19:13:47 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:13:53 It is rather spectacular Jul 24 19:14:58 But I would miss the flat forest and the rivers of central Eisen Jul 24 19:15:18 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:16:16 I know it is really no further from Fischler than Sudlachenburg, but it really feels like it could be the edge of the world Jul 24 19:16:33 Very easy to get lost in those mountains Jul 24 19:16:45 * MollyK nods Jul 24 19:16:55 I do hope you'll be careful Jul 24 19:17:18 Of course Jul 24 19:17:37 * MollyK turns to smile Jul 24 19:18:10 I would be most put out if you wander off Jul 24 19:18:27 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:18:32 I have no intention of doing so Jul 24 19:18:54 No... you'll come back for me... Jul 24 19:19:13 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:19:38 Liebes herz...? Jul 24 19:19:42 Yes? Jul 24 19:20:10 You know I'd have come back for you? Jul 24 19:20:39 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:21:21 There is nothing death could tempt me with Jul 24 19:21:45 I am glad to hear that Jul 24 19:22:01 But you knew it already? Jul 24 19:22:32 I rather thought you knew it of me, too Jul 24 19:22:59 It is a little more complicated with you Jul 24 19:23:14 And yet Jul 24 19:23:32 * MollyK nods, replying softly Jul 24 19:23:40 And yet here you are... Jul 24 19:23:51 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:25:09 * MollyK rests back against him Jul 24 19:25:57 We've missed church Jul 24 19:26:16 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:26:20 Thats alright Jul 24 19:26:31 Is it? Jul 24 19:26:44 Its not Avalon... we're not Vaticine... Jul 24 19:26:59 No... Jul 24 19:27:28 But? Jul 24 19:27:50 But I will go as soon as I can. Jul 24 19:28:09 For a specific reason? Jul 24 19:29:17 When you didn't follow us, I prayed. Jul 24 19:30:06 When? Jul 24 19:30:53 With the Schneeskald Jul 24 19:31:12 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:33:26 Not just to Theus, but to _all_ the gods and goddesses I could think of Jul 24 19:33:42 I could hear Claudia Jul 24 19:33:54 Yes...? Jul 24 19:34:06 When I was... gone. Jul 24 19:34:21 * MollyK nods Jul 24 19:34:25 I know Jul 24 19:35:45 I think she broke my rib Jul 24 19:36:44 Oh? Jul 24 19:37:38 She took to hitting me when I came back Jul 24 19:38:04 * MollyK nods Jul 24 19:38:19 She wouldn't be Claudia otherwise Jul 24 19:38:40 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:38:40 true Jul 24 19:40:00 She was very upset I would think Jul 24 19:41:00 She'll deny it but... yes. Would you talk with her? She's struggling with still seeing it when she closes her eyes Jul 24 19:42:17 Of course, my love, but that is really quite a natural response, I do not think I can fix it Jul 24 19:42:36 No, I was wondering if you could perhaps take the edge off the worst of it Jul 24 19:43:55 I will speak with her tonight and see what I can do Jul 24 19:44:38 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:44:40 Thank you Jul 24 19:46:11 Poor Claudia Jul 24 19:46:40 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:48:48 If I hadn't gone for the rocks, she would not have had to see that Jul 24 19:49:29 Possibly. If I'd braced myself better, she wouldn't have had to Jul 24 19:51:10 * MollyK nods "We need to practise..." Jul 24 19:51:20 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:51:21 definitely Jul 24 19:52:51 I suppose I should try with a pistol again... Jul 24 19:54:02 ummmm... lets give that some thought Jul 24 19:54:57 It could save your life one day! Jul 24 19:55:13 It could end it much sooner... Jul 24 19:57:06 * MollyK very gently slaps his thigh "Liebes herz! How rude!" Jul 24 19:57:48 Unlike your aim, its accurate Jul 24 19:58:06 * MollyK winces dramatically Jul 24 19:58:15 You wound me, my love! Jul 24 19:58:39 Intentionally, unlike the last time you practiced with a pistol Jul 24 19:59:06 * MollyK giggles Jul 24 19:59:44 Mmm you will not help how much I miss you tonight. By being teasing like this Jul 24 20:00:30 I'm not a terribly helpful person Jul 24 20:01:21 Yes you are. Jul 24 20:02:11 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 24 20:04:13 You did not help Elsie and Thomas then? Or me, or Varick? Or Edward and Mina? Or set Natasha and your aunt to rest? You did not take the stewardships and help Innesbruck? Stew and Kristof? Jul 24 20:04:18 Stef* Jul 24 20:04:45 Now, that's because I'm power mad Jul 24 20:05:32 * MollyK shakes her head Jul 24 20:05:39 That is nonsense. Jul 24 20:06:03 .me shrugs Jul 24 20:06:45 It is. You are not at all power mad Jul 24 20:08:14 I wonder how they're doing Jul 24 20:08:34 Who, my love? Jul 24 20:08:42 Stef and Colonel Fuchs Jul 24 20:08:53 We will find out in an hour or so Jul 24 20:09:44 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:10:07 From her letters, they are very happy Jul 24 20:10:49 Good Jul 24 20:12:23 I am glad. Their problem was complicated but you resolved it well Jul 24 20:12:32 I bullied them Jul 24 20:14:10 * MollyK smiles Jul 24 20:14:15 It was needed Jul 24 20:14:20 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:15:48 I look forward to seeing them again Jul 24 20:17:05 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:17:13 I'm keen to get some time with Dekker... Jul 24 20:17:33 Because of the house? Jul 24 20:18:02 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:19:23 * MollyK nods Jul 24 20:19:45 It would be nice to know. He will be sleeping out with you tonight Jul 24 20:19:57 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:30:18 *The reach the beautiful house of Graben, which really looks more like a castle, at just before eleven. There are grooms a plenty to take the horses, the coachyard full of vehicles, the stables not much better of beasts. All the staff look smart and are very polite as the family of the Groom alight. They are all shown into the entry hall. The space Jul 24 20:30:18 is large and, as Mina said, there are little details in the patterns and architecture that are Ussuran too. A big fire is blazing, fragrances with pine and spices, and there are already boughs and ribbons for Prophets Mass on view Jul 24 20:30:24 * MollyK is now known as Butler Jul 24 20:31:12 *There are two butlers, the older one approaching them, talking to Morgan rather than Adalbrecht* Good morning, your Excellency Jul 24 20:31:52 * Morgan inclines his head Jul 24 20:31:54 morning Jul 24 20:33:23 Claus will show everyone to their rooms, but Lord Koertig said that your Excellency might prefer to just have some hot water and towels in the retiring room rather than take a brief rest? Jul 24 20:34:08 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:34:14 He's quite right Jul 24 20:37:54 *The other butler takes the rest of them up the stairs, sounding both friendly and polite. Everything here seems well-in-hand, refined and unpressured. The first butler shows Morgan to a small room with a warm fire, hot water in a jug hung over it, a wash bowl and towels Jul 24 20:38:34 * Morgan sets about getting cleaned up Jul 24 20:39:56 * Butler is there when he gets back Jul 24 20:41:04 The guests are having a tour of the grounds with her Ladyship, but Lord Koertig is in the chapel. Lunch will be at half afternoon in the dining hall. Jul 24 20:41:43 Point me to the chapel would you? Jul 24 20:42:58 * Butler gives him directions that it sounds like will take him right through the house Jul 24 20:43:19 * Morgan thanks him, heading off following those directions Jul 24 20:45:55 *the pretty chapel is found after he has passed many rooms, artworks, and well-mannered staff, all of whom check he is okay and offers assistance. He has to cross a small courtyard to get to the heavy oak doors Jul 24 20:46:29 * Morgan skirts the edges of the courtyard Jul 24 20:47:47 *the doors are closed* Jul 24 20:48:09 * Morgan pushes the door open Jul 24 20:54:48 *There are six young men in livery stood halfway down the aisle, and with them is Edward. He is looking at a piece of parchment in his hand, and pointing to the pews. "... which will be filled with Westfeld and his family, followed by the Freiarr Hummelstadt and his, and that-..." He sees Morgan, smiling. Edward looks well rested and well dressed. Jul 24 20:54:48 He hands the paper to one of the staff, giving instructions to make sure everyone memorises it. The "Yes, my Lord" is as crisp as recruits on a training field, and Edward thanks them before coming to his brother Jul 24 20:54:53 * Butler is now known as Edward Jul 24 20:55:32 Morgan. I was beginning to wonder if we might be asked to delay because you had not arrived on time! Jul 24 20:56:08 * Edward smiles Jul 24 20:56:23 We had something od a delay, but... we pushed on Jul 24 20:56:38 * Edward nods, embracing him Jul 24 20:56:47 * Morgan hugs him fiercely Jul 24 20:57:11 We would not have delayed, but we would have saved you a bottle of champagne. Jul 24 20:58:09 * Morgan lets go, holding him by the shoulders at arms length Jul 24 20:58:30 Nothing could stop me being here Jul 24 20:58:47 * Edward looks quite relaxed and confident for a man due to be married tomorrow Jul 24 20:58:55 I am glad you are Jul 24 20:59:35 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:00:04 Father has been pushing us quite hard... there've been a few, lets say, hold ups Jul 24 21:02:15 * Edward looks concerned Jul 24 21:02:21 Is everyone well? Jul 24 21:02:33 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:02:37 Fine. Jul 24 21:02:44 * Edward nods Jul 24 21:02:50 Drink? Jul 24 21:02:56 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:03:29 * Edward moves towards the door Jul 24 21:03:35 Where are the others? Jul 24 21:03:38 * Morgan follows him Jul 24 21:03:51 Being given a tour by her ladyship, according to the butler Jul 24 21:03:58 * Edward nods Jul 24 21:04:27 We will have coffee in my study then, and a nip of something stronger if the mood takes you. Jul 24 21:04:50 Your study... settling in already Jul 24 21:05:06 * Edward nods Jul 24 21:06:08 Mina has had much time since August to plan for my settling here. The days since we have arrived I have taken over the organising of the wedding to give her some rest Jul 24 21:06:18 * Edward heads into the courtyard Jul 24 21:06:44 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:06:47 How is her father? Jul 24 21:07:30 As expected. She is correct, he is suffering a loss of some of his faculties, I am sorry to say Jul 24 21:08:06 I'll have Molly look him over Jul 24 21:09:30 * Edward smiles at one of the servants, making the request for coffee. He shows Morgan in to a very cosy, warm room that is very Edward in its colours and decor, chairs by the fire checked and comfortable-looking Jul 24 21:09:42 I would appreciate that. How is she? Jul 24 21:10:38 Mostly alright Jul 24 21:11:09 * Edward gestures him to a seat Jul 24 21:11:17 * Morgan sits down Jul 24 21:11:17 Something ails her? Jul 24 21:12:47 Just our desire for children... *he watches Edward* and things I don't know you would want to hear the day before your wedding Jul 24 21:14:54 * Edward sits in front of him Jul 24 21:15:28 Have one of you broken your marriage vows? Jul 24 21:15:40 No, no, nothing like that Jul 24 21:15:45 * Edward nods Jul 24 21:16:09 Good. Varick is well? Jul 24 21:16:42 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:16:47 Aye, he's fine Jul 24 21:18:01 * Edward nods, thanking the servant and pouring coffee himself after dismissing them. He goes to a sideboard with decanters Jul 24 21:18:28 Whiskey, rum, scotch, drambuie? I know you dislike brandy Jul 24 21:18:37 Drambuie, please Jul 24 21:19:09 * Edward puts a small amount in each cup, bringing it to Morgan before settling by the fire Jul 24 21:19:14 Snowing? Jul 24 21:19:21 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:19:54 Aye. *he smiles slightly* I skirted the perimeter of the courtyard... force of habit I think Jul 24 21:20:35 * Edward laughs Jul 24 21:21:13 We will be going around four, it is traditional to catch and eat what we find on the way. Jul 24 21:21:43 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:22:33 While we have a few minutes alone... Alice sends her best wishes for the wedding Jul 24 21:23:13 * Edward nods Jul 24 21:23:22 Can you convey my thanks? Jul 24 21:23:27 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:23:40 I have spoken to mother about the mirrors... Jul 24 21:27:12 * Edward sips his coffee, relaxing more into the chair Jul 24 21:27:25 Firstly, my daughter is well? Jul 24 21:28:00 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:28:41 She's doing very well... Jul 24 21:28:50 * Edward smiles Jul 24 21:29:21 Good. How did Mother respond? Jul 24 21:29:40 In a typically Avalonian manner Jul 24 21:33:13 * Edward nods Jul 24 21:33:28 Did you bring me one? Jul 24 21:33:46 I brought you two. One to me, one that will be to mother Jul 24 21:34:43 * Edward nods Jul 24 21:35:02 I will keep them in here safely locked away Jul 24 21:35:10 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:38:06 I will be pleased to keep in touch. As you can see, Graben is far away from everywhere Jul 24 21:38:43 I had noticed that. Jul 24 21:39:49 * Morgan frowns briefly Jul 24 21:40:26 It hit me not long after we left Koln that we would likely not be spending much time together from here on... I was... *he sighs* upset at that Jul 24 21:40:39 * Edward nods Jul 24 21:41:52 I can appreciate that sentiment. It seems as if we are trying to get to know each other properly as men, but geography keeps becoming a stumbling block Jul 24 21:42:08 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:43:56 Don't get me wrong... I am so very happy for you... just this bond we have developed means a great deal to me Jul 24 21:45:47 * Edward nods Jul 24 21:46:24 And to me. I would invite you to stay longer, but I know you have places to be. Jul 24 21:47:40 We're going to stay until the new year... our small snowball fight has put me in a mind to do it again Jul 24 21:52:03 * Edward has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jul 24 22:06:42 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jul 24 22:06:55 * MollyK looks genuinely pleased by this Jul 24 22:07:00 * MollyK is now known as Edward Jul 24 22:08:32 Wonderful. You are most welcome in our home. Mina still has ambitions to spend a few weeks in Freiburg, and I am encouraging that, but between you and I, I am not sure how Hapsburg will be by then Jul 24 22:09:31 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:09:50 Perhaps you will join in... Jul 24 22:10:07 I have been considering that Jul 24 22:10:41 Oh really? Jul 24 22:10:56 * Edward nods Jul 24 22:11:11 I can understand the politics of it Jul 24 22:11:34 I'll be honest, that surprises me some Jul 24 22:13:02 I am an outsider. Hapsburg has been the Freiarr from his cradle. With him unwell, it is important that I become known and liked in advance of taking his place Jul 24 22:14:11 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:14:26 I've always found common ground and a show of humility works wonders Jul 24 22:14:37 * Edward nods Jul 24 22:15:07 They and I want the same thing; a safe and prosperous home. Jul 24 22:15:14 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:16:48 Some would have preferred she married her cousin, Riefenstahl. But it would not have suited any party. I aim to bring even those lost sheep into the fold. Jul 24 22:17:32 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:18:35 You will meet him shortly. He is eccentric enough that even Uncle said last night he was "a bit of an odd-bod" Jul 24 22:18:47 * Morgan laughs Jul 24 22:19:05 Mother will be thrilled to see Christopher again Jul 24 22:19:16 * Edward nods Jul 24 22:19:30 He is very pleased to see us all again Jul 24 22:20:19 You seem very... calm and settled, considering it is your wedding tomorrow Jul 24 22:20:40 Being here is good for my soul Jul 24 22:21:29 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:21:48 I don't think its necessarily the place Jul 24 22:22:01 * Edward nods with a satisfied smile Jul 24 22:22:46 Looking across the table and seeing her there, I am more contented than I think I ever have been Jul 24 22:22:55 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:23:02 I am glad. Jul 24 22:23:19 * Edward nods Jul 24 22:23:47 I am coming to a place of peace with myself, with her at my side Jul 24 22:24:14 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:24:15 It shows Jul 24 22:24:20 * Edward nods Jul 24 22:25:27 I haven't spent so much time with her as in this last few days as I had since the first few months we met. There is something about her that calms the chaos in me. Jul 24 22:26:20 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:27:19 Tomorrow, I might be nervous. Today I am working to give Mina the wedding day she has waited six years for Jul 24 22:27:33 You two are... good? Jul 24 22:27:39 * Edward nods Jul 24 22:28:06 We are. We have not discussed the situation with Florrie again, but we are happy Jul 24 22:29:02 * Morgan watches him for a moment before nodding Jul 24 22:29:05 * Edward sips the coffee Jul 24 22:29:07 Yes? Jul 24 22:30:06 Nothing for now Jul 24 22:30:41 Some nosey curiously about whether I've had to prove my desire again? Jul 24 22:31:03 No, but I have wondered that in recent days Jul 24 22:31:12 * Edward smiles Jul 24 22:33:33 It's funny, actually. I have for years lived by my wants; drinking, swiving, travelling, partying and duelling. I expected that put in such proximity each day with Mina I would struggle to control my baser desires. Yet I get so much satisfaction just from holding her hand as we go about, or kissing her goodnight, that it has been surprisingly Jul 24 22:33:33 manageable Jul 24 22:34:44 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:35:02 Makes sense to me Jul 24 22:35:57 As for Mina... she understands now. Besides, have you ever heard the saying "the best way to make love to a woman is in her ears"? Jul 24 22:36:13 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:36:27 I don't know about the _best_ way, but its a good place to start Jul 24 22:36:41 * Edward laughs Jul 24 22:36:46 You have better? Jul 24 22:38:11 The... connection you have when it is someone you truly care for... Jul 24 22:38:31 This connection comes after you swive her? Jul 24 22:38:55 Lets say during Jul 24 22:41:05 * Edward nods Jul 24 22:41:12 I look forward to that Jul 24 22:41:25 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:42:38 I do not need to take things physically further for my own sake, and I know precisely what to whisper to Mina to let her know what she means to me in that regard. Jul 24 22:43:07 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:43:11 good Jul 24 22:44:16 * Edward nods Jul 24 22:44:31 Zench taught me that, some years ago now Jul 24 22:44:52 I quite like him Jul 24 22:45:05 * Edward nods Jul 24 22:46:01 Heidi came to dinner last night with him breeches beneath her dress and kept flashing them at him subtly whilst he was trying to talk to His Grace Jul 24 22:46:27 His breeches* Jul 24 22:46:48 She's going to be trouble Jul 24 22:46:54 * Edward smiles Jul 24 22:48:09 He has already told her there is to be no thean innuendos spoken outside of his bed chamber because His Grace and some other guests are Vaticine Jul 24 22:48:24 They're not the only ones who understand it Jul 24 22:48:36 * Edward nods Jul 24 22:48:47 * Morgan sips his coffee, looking mildly uncomfortable Jul 24 22:49:57 I know a couple of their prayers, and most of their words for a gentleman's wedding tackle Jul 24 22:50:46 * Morgan nods slightly Jul 24 22:54:11 I am sure she will provide much delight Jul 24 22:54:22 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:54:45 No doubt Jul 24 22:57:03 Diana and Heidi are best kept apart. They are like water and oil. Jul 24 22:57:46 * Morgan opens his mouth, closing it almost immediately and nodding Jul 24 22:58:41 * Edward smiles Jul 24 22:58:50 Go on, brother, let's hear it Jul 24 22:59:33 No, it isn't kind, and for no other reason than she irritates me Jul 24 23:01:17 * Edward nods Jul 24 23:02:02 I think they will only stay a night or two. She is eager to go to Wittenberg and tell her friends about the noble wedding she was invited to Jul 24 23:02:25 * Morgan sighs Jul 24 23:02:37 Would dancing with a duke aid her in that? Jul 24 23:02:46 * Edward nods Jul 24 23:03:10 Her friends will hear about that until they expire with boredom Jul 24 23:03:29 Six, seven minutes, tops Jul 24 23:04:55 * Edward smiles Jul 24 23:05:18 I hope you do not offer your wife in such terms! Jul 24 23:06:10 * Morgan looks confused Jul 24 23:06:48 * Edward shakes his head Jul 24 23:07:11 She will be delighted to dance with you, as I am sure all the women will Jul 24 23:08:30 * Morgan rolls his eyes Jul 24 23:08:41 Maybe I can palm them off on a Graf and an Eisenfurst Jul 24 23:10:12 * Edward nods Jul 24 23:11:01 The future Freiarr is expected to spend much of the evening dancing to the future Freiarrin's beat. Jul 24 23:11:23 So... you'll do as you're told... Jul 24 23:12:51 * Edward laughs Jul 24 23:13:07 Perhaps your own euphemisms need a brush up Jul 24 23:14:23 It may have escaped your notice given you had much to think about... I don't tend to _do_ euphemisms Jul 24 23:16:39 You should. They are a good way to make love to your wife's ears Jul 24 23:17:12 The mental image that phrase gives me is quite unpleasant Jul 24 23:17:53 * Edward laughs Jul 24 23:18:28 If that is at all possible for you, I assure you it is an individual deficiency and not a family trait Jul 24 23:18:51 * Morgan laughs hard Jul 24 23:19:26 So... I'll pass on to Molly to show Diana something shiny, that should keep her away from Heidi Jul 24 23:19:45 * Edward nods Jul 24 23:20:33 And you will want to keep Molly away from Heidi also, so that Heidi's... vivacious enthusiasm does not rub off? Jul 24 23:20:49 That might be an idea Jul 24 23:21:05 * Edward nods Jul 24 23:22:01 Heidi is a loyal, loving girl who would die for Zench, but she requires a level of tolerance and wrangling that I suspect is beyond you, and especially beyond me Jul 24 23:22:24 You think me lacking in tolerance? Jul 24 23:23:26 Tolerance for such an energetic and provocative wife, yes. Jul 24 23:24:16 I'll have you know I have spent the entire week with our father, before dawn, travelling, and HeinzHarold who, at last count, is somewhere around nine hundred and ninety thousand bottles on the wall, and neither of them have ended up buried up to their necks Jul 24 23:24:37 * Edward nods Jul 24 23:24:50 And that _is_ impressive... Jul 24 23:25:42 I think you underestimate me... a little bit Jul 24 23:27:44 I think _you_ underestimate Heidi. This morning after breakfast I overheard her say to him "send domi maneas paresque nobis novem continuas fututiones" ((But I remain at home, and prepare for us nine acts of fucking, one after the other)) Jul 24 23:28:08 * Morgan blanches Jul 24 23:28:20 * Edward nods Jul 24 23:28:25 I told you so. Jul 24 23:28:42 * Morgan nods Jul 24 23:29:30 She'll let him stop after six, she isn't cruel *Edward is smirking a little* Jul 24 23:29:47 * Morgan nods Jul 24 23:31:26 Everyone else is here too. DeeDee, Witts, Wonks, Potts, Dekker, Zench... it will be like some of the best nights of the War, though Wonks will have to stay behind. Jul 24 23:31:59 * Morgan nods Jul 24 23:32:04 There is no way to include him? Jul 24 23:32:50 He uses crutches, lost his left leg below the knee. The ground would be too rough up there. Jul 24 23:34:10 I recall. Jul 24 23:34:27 * Edward finishes his coffee Jul 24 23:34:34 I will let you dress for lunch Jul 24 23:35:34 * Morgan nods, standing up Jul 24 23:36:22 Thank you for coming, brother. Jul 24 23:36:57 Nothing could keep me away Jul 24 23:37:36 * Edward nods "have you written your speech?" Jul 24 23:38:33 Ah, no.. fathers kept us on such a pace and with the... incident, I have not had time. I won't embarrass you Jul 24 23:39:05 I am sure you won't. Take some paper tonight, we will have time Jul 24 23:39:52 Before I go... there is something... If I have a nightmare, I may have to... bolt... if that happens, I need you to make sure no-one follows me Jul 24 23:40:11 * Edward frowns Jul 24 23:40:18 For what reason? Jul 24 23:40:45 Because they will not be able to accept what they see if they follow me. Jul 24 23:41:03 It is related to what you are uniquely capable of? Jul 24 23:41:09 * Morgan nods Jul 24 23:41:31 I will keep them away. Do you have the nightmare trap? Jul 24 23:41:47 * Morgan nods Jul 24 23:42:06 I'll be fine once its... dealt with, and that's only if its particularly bad Jul 24 23:42:14 * Edward nods Jul 24 23:42:24 That is not a problem Jul 24 23:42:45 * Morgan nods Jul 24 23:42:54 And if I don't seem to know where I am... knock me out. Jul 24 23:43:18 * Edward nods, looking confused "If you wish" Jul 24 23:43:39 _that_ is extremely unlikely. I'll explain later, tomorrow, whenever, if you wish Jul 24 23:43:47 * Edward nods Jul 24 23:44:12 Very well. Lunch is half after twelve, I will see you in the dining hall Jul 24 23:44:30 * Morgan nods, moving toward the door Jul 24 23:44:34 Uniform, yes? Jul 24 23:45:11 Yes please, or breeches if you do not have it Jul 24 23:45:53 I have it. I was expecting breeches... I trust you realise the sacrifice that would have been... Jul 24 23:46:01 * Edward smiles Jul 24 23:46:13 They won't kill you, Morgan. Jul 24 23:46:50 I know... but I might kill anyone who mentions them... still, uniform it is Jul 24 23:46:58 * Edward nods Jul 24 23:47:30 See you at lunch Jul 24 23:47:43 * Morgan nods, heading out of the room Jul 24 23:50:17 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 24 23:52:15 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client)