**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Thu Jul 28 12:46:27 2022 Jul 28 12:46:27 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 28 13:48:00 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 28 17:30:27 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jul 28 19:15:40 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Jul 28 19:16:12 * MollyK is now known as Edward Jul 28 19:17:29 *Grooms are holding the horses. Edward and his friends are there, as well as Riefenstahl and Adalbrecht. Mina, Heidi, And Diana are waiting to see the men off Jul 28 19:17:58 * Morgan nods to the ladies before hauling himself into the saddle Jul 28 19:18:32 Bad news gentlemen... the sandwiches got away Jul 28 19:22:52 *there are chuckles all around, Potts, DeeDee, and Witts mounting up. Edward kisses Mina's knuckles firmly. Meanwhile Diana, complete with Peaches the dog, whispers in Dekker's ear. He then looks to Zench, who is stood close with a very cheerful looking Heidi. Jul 28 19:23:08 D: Zench, you will want to check your flasks. Jul 28 19:23:27 * Edward is now known as Zench Jul 28 19:24:37 *Diana looks a little smug, Heidi watches Zench calmly as he pulls one out, opening then sniffing it* Jul 28 19:25:09 Now what do we have here... *she shrugs, grinning* Jul 28 19:26:32 * Morgan watches them, slowly checking each pocket in his coat Jul 28 19:28:45 * Zench sips it "Water." *Heidi just grins more. Morgan's pockets are as he expects. Zench puts his flask away, pulling her close with a feigned sternness. Morgan's sharp hearing and understanding of Theah means he catches Zench's mistress being told "Careful now, girl. I enjoy you, but be careful..." Jul 28 19:34:25 *Heidi, not far off Zench's height moves as if to kiss his cheek, but instead licks him. He laughs. Edward looks a last moment at Mina before nodding a little* Mount up everyone. Time to move out. Jul 28 19:35:52 * Morgan waits quietly Jul 28 19:37:27 *Dekker hugs Diana, giving her an almost paternal kiss on the forehead, and then mounts up. Zench squeezes Heidi's shoulder before doing likewise. Morgan can't miss the little look that passes between Heidi and Diana, the latter looking like a spoilt little sister getting the elder one into trouble. Heidi just crosses her eyes at her* Jul 28 19:38:02 Mina: We will look forward to your return tomorrow. A peaceful evening to you all. Jul 28 19:39:33 *Edward leads the party out of the courtyard and down the drive in a rhythmic pattern of horses' hooves* Jul 28 19:39:59 I don't suppose any of you fellows has some whiskey to share? Jul 28 19:42:07 *Potts laughs* You would think after all these years you might start anticipating these things! *he passes him a flask* Jul 28 19:42:58 * Zench takes a mouthful "She finds new ways to torment me every day" Jul 28 19:45:11 For all your protestations, I rather suspect you like it that way Jul 28 19:45:21 * Zench nods Jul 28 19:46:03 Every morose young man who dips his toes in the introspective pool of despair should be given a Heidi Jul 28 19:47:47 I rather like her Jul 28 19:48:51 * Zench nods Jul 28 19:49:23 She is hard to dislike, though many try Jul 28 19:51:59 P: She's a menace, but we love her Jul 28 19:53:24 I think spirited is the word Jul 28 19:53:46 * Zench nods Jul 28 19:53:57 She certainly is Jul 28 19:54:32 *Edward starts to lead them off the main route and into the snowy woods* Jul 28 19:55:35 * Morgan starts looking round almost constantly Jul 28 19:57:36 *The others talk amongst themselves, laughing and joking. Edward and Riefenstahl seem to get on well, riding in the front. In the middle Dekker is the quieter one amid the louder silliness of Zench, Potts, DeeDee and Witts. Adalbrecht moves to ride by Morgan Jul 28 19:57:41 * Zench is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 28 19:58:02 I can see it will be quite rowdy. Jul 28 19:58:10 * Morgan nods Jul 28 19:58:20 You were afforded the opportunity to avoid it Jul 28 20:01:57 Yes, but this is an important thing for Edward, and I am working towards rebuilding the closeness as you advised Jul 28 20:02:14 * Morgan nods Jul 28 20:03:26 And getting to know your staff better? Jul 28 20:03:38 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 20:03:47 Yes, I have done that also Jul 28 20:04:23 Are you finding it worthwhile? Jul 28 20:05:35 A little Jul 28 20:06:33 Its a big change for them and you... it'll take a while to really start seeing the benefits Jul 28 20:07:07 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 20:07:36 I will see what comes of it Jul 28 20:08:04 * Morgan nods, looking round Jul 28 20:09:14 *it's lightly starting to snow. They are moving north and east, the land sloping gently upwards. The light is quite pretty as it fades towards evening, the worst of the cold yet to come Jul 28 20:10:07 I have not camped out like this in the snow since before I completed my War duties Jul 28 20:10:33 I've spent many nights out in the open but... I avoid forests Jul 28 20:13:23 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 20:13:46 It is what we learn from very young Jul 28 20:14:14 * Morgan shrugs Jul 28 20:14:26 Lets be honest, I rarely paid any heed to what I was told Jul 28 20:16:20 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 20:16:40 Yet you seem to have turned out quite well Jul 28 20:17:10 * Morgan shrugs again Jul 28 20:17:19 You avoid the forest when you see the things you're warned about Jul 28 20:19:08 Yes I do Jul 28 20:20:30 What've you seen, apart from the glowing lights Jul 28 20:22:03 Nothing, though Hans said he thought he saw something in the Sudlache once Jul 28 20:23:10 Oh? Jul 28 20:25:27 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 20:25:52 When we were young children. Something with tentacles like an octopus Jul 28 20:26:38 * Morgan nods Jul 28 20:26:46 I'm prepared to believe he told the truth Jul 28 20:27:39 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 20:27:43 As am I Jul 28 20:28:49 I avoid forests because I saw the Schattenmann Jul 28 20:31:01 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 20:31:54 You told me before you went on honeymoon. It has created a fascination for you of seeking out the odd things in our world? Jul 28 20:32:36 Given that they _repeatedly_ try to kill me, not especially... and its left me anxious anytime I'm in a forest Jul 28 20:33:26 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 20:33:39 _You_ did not have to come either Jul 28 20:34:23 Given what it must have taken for him to ask me, before we were even friendly... Jul 28 20:37:38 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 20:38:10 Especially with all these other men to choose from Jul 28 20:38:22 * Morgan nods Jul 28 20:38:23 exactly Jul 28 20:40:07 You are a more suitable person. Jul 28 20:40:58 I'll do Jul 28 20:42:08 You are married, unlike his friends. Jul 28 20:43:56 I rather think Zench would marry Heidi if he were able Jul 28 20:45:08 * Adalbrecht makes a brief nod Jul 28 20:45:13 But he is not. Jul 28 20:47:50 * Morgan nods, looking around Jul 28 20:50:31 *it's all quiet, darkening. Given that their intended camp is six miles away, on snowy uphill ground it will take the best part of two hours, most of that in the dark* Jul 28 20:51:02 * Morgan sighs Jul 28 20:51:12 Another day of traipsing across tough ground in the dark Jul 28 20:52:48 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 20:53:04 But tomorrow night you will be tucked up safe and warm in bed. Jul 28 20:53:54 Probably Jul 28 20:55:05 So why not try to enjoy this night with your brother? Jul 28 20:55:35 Forest. Cold. Snow. Drunkards. Jul 28 20:57:53 And once he is married, things will change again. Jul 28 20:59:34 * Morgan nods Jul 28 21:00:41 I am happy for them, but I think you and Edward would have benefited from some years living together in Die Dauerhaftigkeit. Jul 28 21:01:42 * Morgan glances at his father Jul 28 21:02:08 It sounds... silly I suppose but, I almost grieve the time we will not have getting to know each other better Jul 28 21:02:56 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 21:03:16 With what happened between you, I can understand that Jul 28 21:03:32 I could never ask him to wait... I cost him enough time with her Jul 28 21:05:24 No, and he would be wrong to do so even if you did. Jul 28 21:07:17 * Morgan nods Jul 28 21:09:51 But all brothers do feel some of this when the time comes Jul 28 21:10:50 I just feel it more acutely because of the lack of time we've had where we understand eachother? Jul 28 21:13:06 I would say so, wouldn't you? Jul 28 21:13:26 It would stand to reason, yes Jul 28 21:14:22 Edward will be happy with Mina. You and Molly will visit, I assume? Jul 28 21:14:39 When we can, yes Jul 28 21:15:11 Once Molly's work is done, you will have more time Jul 28 21:16:00 Aside from Gottkirchen... and, Theus willing, raising children... and running a fleet... and Innesbruck... and Koln... and doing Dukeish things Jul 28 21:17:10 You will get your overseers in place and experienced. A wise man told me that your land is not your life, it is your family that is your life. Jul 28 21:17:53 * Morgan nods Jul 28 21:18:05 Heinrich is doing a fine job, as is Bauer Jul 28 21:19:17 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 21:19:31 Do you have an overseer for Gottkirchen in mind? Jul 28 21:19:49 No, not yet... I've got a Sheriff though Jul 28 21:21:46 Would he make a good overseer? Jul 28 21:22:04 I imagine Karlsruhe would be quite capable Jul 28 21:23:51 That was a tragic situation. How is he? Jul 28 21:24:24 It took a lot to persuade him not to join his wife Jul 28 21:25:21 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 21:25:45 Is he sane enough to be your sheriff? Jul 28 21:26:00 * Morgan looks at his father Jul 28 21:26:11 Believe me, I know exactly how sane he is Jul 28 21:27:05 Which is? Jul 28 21:27:16 As sane as I was. Jul 28 21:28:13 And looking back at that now...? Jul 28 21:28:49 I knew exactly what I was doing and what I wanted Jul 28 21:30:14 Can he be relied upon? Jul 28 21:30:29 I would not have asked him if I did not believe so Jul 28 21:31:27 He will not follow through on that? Jul 28 21:32:18 I don't believe so Jul 28 21:32:24 * Morgan looks at his father Jul 28 21:32:55 I believe he reached the same point I did, a realisation that your death serves no purpose, does not honour anyone. Jul 28 21:33:58 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 21:34:04 I am glad Jul 28 21:34:15 * Morgan nods slightly, looking around Jul 28 21:35:43 *the snow is falling lightly still, but it is definitely darker. Lamps are lit and handed back* Jul 28 21:37:21 Perhaps in time he will find himself a Molly. Jul 28 21:39:09 * Morgan shrugs Jul 28 21:39:18 I wouldn't bet on it. I'd have bet against it in my case Jul 28 21:40:50 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 21:41:05 He would have to be very lucky indeed Jul 28 21:42:55 * Morgan nods Jul 28 21:43:10 He'd see it as a betrayal to his wife... Jul 28 21:43:48 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 21:44:08 But maybe in time he would do as you have Jul 28 21:44:35 * Morgan shrugs Jul 28 21:45:59 If he is reliable and competent, get him as your overseer Jul 28 21:46:25 I'll think about it Jul 28 21:47:54 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 21:48:18 I trust I do not need to worry about losing David to you? Jul 28 21:51:14 He is settled in Sudlachenburg, I do not feel he would leave anyway Jul 28 21:53:23 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 21:53:39 But when the grandchildren come, they may be tempted Jul 28 21:54:08 We won't be that far away Jul 28 21:55:40 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 21:56:03 Edward's children will be much farther Jul 28 21:56:23 * Morgan nods Jul 28 21:57:10 He seems very pleased Jul 28 21:57:56 He was genuinely very worried about it Jul 28 21:59:13 Now he is free of that Jul 28 21:59:32 * Morgan nods Jul 28 22:00:22 I am pleased for him Jul 28 22:01:10 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 22:01:39 I would expect to see his first child by this time next year Jul 28 22:02:24 I wouldn't be surprised Jul 28 22:04:01 Your mother will be thrilled Jul 28 22:04:54 * Morgan nods Jul 28 22:07:29 *it's gotten cold and much darker. Edward comes back to them* E: Do you need another lantern? Jul 28 22:09:20 * Morgan grumbles before looking at the lantern his father has Jul 28 22:09:24 No, I don't think so Jul 28 22:10:31 *Edward shrugs* It will be a while yet, but Riefenstahl has already set us up with some alcohol and prepared a fire Jul 28 22:10:52 Good of him Jul 28 22:11:59 * Adalbrecht is now known as Edward Jul 28 22:12:15 * Edward rides at Morgan's side Jul 28 22:12:52 He's been very good with organising this. Mina's focus has been on Josef and the feminine details of it all. Jul 28 22:13:16 Varick likes him very much Jul 28 22:15:01 * Edward nods Jul 28 22:15:32 He's likeable. I had only met him once or twice, back before... Jul 28 22:15:48 * Morgan nods Jul 28 22:16:24 Every time I think of Uncle Christophers description of him, its all I can do to not start giggling Jul 28 22:17:09 * Edward smiles Jul 28 22:17:20 Funnier because it came from him too Jul 28 22:17:30 * Morgan nods Jul 28 22:17:32 exactly Jul 28 22:18:56 I did ask if he wanted to join us. Jul 28 22:19:47 He didn't fancy it? Jul 28 22:20:47 He said "Nothing in the world could tempt me to join you" Jul 28 22:21:19 He is definitely happier in a warm comfortable room Jul 28 22:22:40 * Edward nods Jul 28 22:23:35 He did not go to War. He does not understand the good feeling of being out of doors at a task with other men, surviving on your own skills. Jul 28 22:24:51 * Morgan nods Jul 28 22:26:45 I this a good time to talk to the two of you? Jul 28 22:27:26 * Edward nods, letting his pace drop a little. Adalbrecht rides on the other side Jul 28 22:28:13 I need to explain something to the two of you, but I would like you to not think it means I'm losing my mind... Jul 28 22:28:48 * Edward glances at him Jul 28 22:29:09 My brother, that is not the best way to start it if that is your goal Jul 28 22:29:52 I know... you'll understand soon enough... its to do with my nightmares Jul 28 22:30:26 * Edward nods Jul 28 22:32:16 Now and then I dream that the fire didn't happen but I was banished instead, travelling, so far, to Catterick with Dietlinde and Jana. When I wake up, its like... I haven't woken up, I still believe that's what's happened Jul 28 22:33:10 A: Like you did when you thought you overheard Edward and I talking about Molly and Varick being dead in Zweibrucke Jul 28 22:34:23 Similar, yes. But all that time has not passed, I'm stuck back then, usually thinking I'd left them with HeinzHarold while I went on ahead to organise things. Jul 28 22:36:33 A: how often does this happen? Jul 28 22:37:09 Seems to be every four weeks or so... I'm not expecting it to happen tonight but I thought you should be aware of it Jul 28 22:38:12 A: what should we do if it does? Jul 28 22:38:17 * Edward stays quiet Jul 28 22:38:36 Knock me out. Might be worth trying to do that by surprise Jul 28 22:39:14 A: how many times has this happened? Jul 28 22:39:50 A few. Three or four Jul 28 22:40:46 A: Someone knocks you out? Jul 28 22:41:38 First couple of times, HeinzHarold managed to persuade me to have a drink and go back to sleep. Jul 28 22:42:20 A: But you do not always comply? Jul 28 22:43:30 Last time round I was forced into unconsciousness Jul 28 22:44:07 Does Molly know about this? Jul 28 22:44:16 Of course Jul 28 22:46:33 Is she upset? Jul 28 22:49:46 Its difficult for her... and HeinzHarold and Claudia Jul 28 22:50:48 * Edward nods Jul 28 22:51:21 *Adalbrecht watches them* We will deal with you if we need to Jul 28 22:51:31 * Morgan nods Jul 28 22:51:53 Once I am unconscious, things become clear to me and once I wake up, I'm back to normal Jul 28 22:52:34 That is something at least. Jul 28 22:53:35 * Morgan nods Jul 28 22:53:48 We were worried I would not return but... that doesn't seem to be the case Jul 28 22:54:18 A: What would you do if that was the case? Jul 28 22:54:35 I've no idea Jul 28 22:56:22 * Morgan straightens up Jul 28 22:56:36 I don't foresee it happening tonight but... I wanted you forewarned, just in case Jul 28 22:57:00 * Edward just nods solemnly "we are forewarned" Jul 28 22:57:13 * Morgan looks at his father Jul 28 22:57:24 Its why I missed your leaving to collect mother Jul 28 22:58:32 A: Molly said you had had a bad night. I thought she was a little over dramatic about it Jul 28 22:58:48 We are prone to understatement Jul 28 22:59:43 A: You and Molly? Jul 28 23:00:13 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:00:54 She sees this then? Jul 28 23:01:29 Twice now. It is unpleasant for her Jul 28 23:03:31 A: Poor Molly. If you did not insist on sharing a bedroom, that would not happen Jul 28 23:04:13 * Edward smiles slightly despite his unease Jul 28 23:05:13 It is a price we pay knowing it can happen. Besides, we think we've nailed down when its likely to happen next Jul 28 23:06:40 A: And when is that? Jul 28 23:07:05 About four weeks from the last time Jul 28 23:08:27 A: You will be off sailing by then Jul 28 23:10:39 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:11:58 A: Why does it happen? I have never heard of anyone else have this? Jul 28 23:12:23 * Morgan looks around Jul 28 23:12:31 I don't know Jul 28 23:16:10 * Edward nods a moment Jul 28 23:16:37 If you are fine for a lantern, I will get back to the others. Jul 28 23:17:43 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:17:45 Of course Jul 28 23:18:53 * Edward moves his horse on, further up the line to where his friends are laughing and handing around a flask Jul 28 23:18:59 * Edward is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 28 23:19:16 Do not worry, I will keep an eye on you Jul 28 23:19:29 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 28 23:19:49 I'm not overly worried. Its more a precaution than anything else Jul 28 23:20:01 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 23:20:19 I would try to keep Edward out of it too Jul 28 23:21:14 Oh? Jul 28 23:23:41 Seeing that would be hard for him too. Jul 28 23:23:56 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:24:10 I'm not sure how I would react to either of you Jul 28 23:25:48 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 23:26:36 We will hope we do not need to deal with it Jul 28 23:26:42 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:26:44 I wouldn't think so Jul 28 23:28:12 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 23:28:45 Other nightmares might come? Jul 28 23:30:14 I'd imagine so Jul 28 23:31:11 What should we expect with that? Jul 28 23:32:07 * Morgan shrugs Jul 28 23:32:27 If I have a particularly bad one, I'll need some time alone, so if I suddenly scramble up and off, don't worry Jul 28 23:32:55 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 23:33:06 Where is the nightmare trap? Jul 28 23:33:14 In the pack Jul 28 23:34:22 Why didn't you bring it? Jul 28 23:35:37 In the pack on the horse... Jul 28 23:36:31 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 23:37:14 I thought you meant you have left it for Molly Jul 28 23:38:18 She rarely gets nightmares Jul 28 23:38:45 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 23:38:51 Good Jul 28 23:39:48 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:42:11 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 28 23:43:07 * Adalbrecht has quit (Read error: EOF from client)