**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Mon Aug 1 16:01:37 2022 Aug 01 16:01:37 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Aug 01 16:25:36 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Aug 01 16:27:07 * MollyK is now known as Dekker Aug 01 16:27:22 Its utter nonsense Aug 01 16:27:56 * Dekker nods Aug 01 16:28:43 Especially with fatherhood Aug 01 16:29:18 * Morgan nods Aug 01 16:30:57 *Zench calls over from the boxing ring* C'mon Dekker, unless you're too decrepit now! Aug 01 16:31:52 *Even Edward seems to be egging Zench on, but it all seems good natured* Aug 01 16:32:23 * Dekker finishes his drink, looking at Morgan "they never tire of this" Aug 01 16:32:32 Simple minds... Aug 01 16:33:27 * Dekker takes off his coat, folding up his sleeves. Adalbrecht comes to stand by Morgan Aug 01 16:33:32 * Dekker is now known as Adalbrecht Aug 01 16:34:21 Were you like this in camps too? Aug 01 16:34:58 No, and neither were _most_ of my comrades... though I didn't spend much time in camps Aug 01 16:35:14 * Adalbrecht smiles Aug 01 16:35:22 You missed out then Aug 01 16:35:44 * Morgan shrugs Aug 01 16:36:05 Generally when I was travelling I was still on mission, so I didn't get much time to muck about Aug 01 16:38:29 *Edward has been volunteered to go against Dekker. Potts says loudly "Remember, not in his face. And not in his balls. Otherwise you have to explain to the new Lady Hapsburg why he can't perform properly!" Aug 01 16:38:52 * Adalbrecht shakes his head a little Aug 01 16:39:37 Z: Won't be much different from any other time then! *Edward is laughing just as much as his friends* Aug 01 16:40:37 I do not miss this about the War Aug 01 16:40:53 What? Aug 01 16:41:15 The crudeness. The sordid talk. Aug 01 16:41:24 * Morgan smiles slightly Aug 01 16:41:30 You're a gentle soul Aug 01 16:41:42 *Edward and Dekker get into their boxing* Aug 01 16:41:57 Dignified. That is the word you are looking for. Aug 01 16:42:12 * Morgan looks up at his father Aug 01 16:42:24 You took my statement as an offence? Aug 01 16:43:51 Gentle sound like passive. Aug 01 16:44:17 I don't think either is a bad thing Aug 01 16:45:16 You might not. Aug 01 16:45:32 Why do you? Aug 01 16:46:20 Gentleness is fine in a woman. Aug 01 16:47:07 * Morgan looks back at the others Aug 01 16:47:09 interesting Aug 01 16:47:53 *Edward is completely outclassed by Dekker, and tags Zench in to face their former commander* Aug 01 16:48:09 He's good. Aug 01 16:48:55 * Morgan nods Aug 01 16:50:07 Are you any good? Aug 01 16:50:41 Boxing was not something I found to be useful Aug 01 16:50:51 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 01 16:50:58 Yensid is very good Aug 01 16:51:51 I feel like I should be surprised, but I'm not. I'd imagine he's damn useful in a fight Aug 01 16:52:23 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 01 16:52:40 Very useful. Aug 01 16:52:51 * Morgan nods Aug 01 16:53:32 *Zench gets knocked off his feet. He gropes for Potts ankle, fake groaning "Avenge me!" Aug 01 16:54:54 * Morgan takes a mouthful of his drink Aug 01 16:55:03 He's agreed to sell the house Aug 01 16:56:24 * Adalbrecht smiles Aug 01 16:56:34 Congratulations are in order then? Aug 01 16:56:53 I suppose so Aug 01 16:58:06 Aren't you happy? Aug 01 16:58:29 Of course I am Aug 01 16:59:33 Well you could seem it! Aug 01 17:02:55 I'm sorry, am I being overly gentle for your taste? Aug 01 17:04:15 Under-enthused. Aug 01 17:06:04 * Morgan smiles slightly, sipping his drink Aug 01 17:06:15 The topic of discussion was rather sombre Aug 01 17:07:11 Is he unhappy about selling? Aug 01 17:07:59 I don't think so... his wife certainly won't be Aug 01 17:09:16 She seems an unusual young woman Aug 01 17:09:47 That's one way to put it Aug 01 17:10:45 When should we expect you to move in? Aug 01 17:11:25 * Morgan shrugss Aug 01 17:11:40 I can't say I know, really. We've got a lot of sailing to do fairly soon Aug 01 17:13:02 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 01 17:13:43 It is not really the noble house I expected you to be master of, but I am happy for you Aug 01 17:13:59 How do you mean? Aug 01 17:14:24 I expected your next home would be Die Dauerhaftigkeit Aug 01 17:15:08 I figured we'd live in Innesbruck for a little while before the three years was up. Aug 01 17:16:04 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 01 17:16:26 What do you intend long term? Aug 01 17:17:12 Eventually I will have two Grafdoms and will need to split my time among them... but Sudlachenburg is my home Aug 01 17:19:55 That is where you will live when I am gone? Aug 01 17:20:20 That is my intent Aug 01 17:21:10 * Adalbrecht nods, watching Potts also get floored. DeeDee takes over but it isn't long before he is down too Aug 01 17:21:27 Is Molly pleased? Aug 01 17:21:36 About the house? Aug 01 17:23:51 Yes Aug 01 17:24:14 She doesn't know yet... we've only just discussed it, though she knew I had put in an offer Aug 01 17:25:54 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 01 17:26:16 It will give the two of you a plan for the future, I hope. Aug 01 17:26:54 We've always had plans... they just change with the circumstances Aug 01 17:29:10 * Adalbrecht nods, laughing as yet another of Edward's is beaten Aug 01 17:29:37 He's impressive. Have you spoken to His Grace about your family planning matter Aug 01 17:30:34 If it wasn't boxing, I'd take him on but... I've no intention of getting involved for some fisticuffs... and yes, I did. Aug 01 17:32:29 He will outclass you. It is fine to admit that, Morgan. Aug 01 17:32:57 * Morgan smiles slightly Aug 01 17:33:04 That is not something I am used to saying Aug 01 17:34:07 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 01 17:34:19 What did His Grace say? Aug 01 17:35:17 That any amendments to the agreement might have to come with removal of some of the benefits afforded by it... he wants a plan. Aug 01 17:36:39 And what is your plan? Aug 01 17:37:12 I don't know yet Aug 01 17:38:20 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 01 17:38:53 What help will you need with getting your new house in order? Aug 01 17:39:52 I need to get the solicitor moving things along, contracts et cetera. Aug 01 17:43:04 Take the route via Fischler and Dreschler will be able to draw up a contract. Your Mother and I will accompany you, and then I will ride up to Hafenlohr and have it signed and witnessed. Aug 01 17:43:28 That would not be an imposition? Aug 01 17:44:28 For my eldest son? Of course it would not be, Aug 01 17:45:15 * Morgan nods Aug 01 17:45:18 Thank you Aug 01 17:46:31 *Edward calls over* Morgan? We're all beaten. Again. Aug 01 17:47:49 I can recognise when I am outclassed, Edward. Boxing was never something I had any skill at Aug 01 17:53:13 *He nods, then his micro-expression shows amusement* Father? Aug 01 17:53:41 * Adalbrecht looks, to Morgan at least, a little unsure Aug 01 17:54:01 * Morgan speaks quietly, lips barely moving Aug 01 17:54:48 You've a chance to surprise and impress your son here, my lord Aug 01 17:59:05 * Adalbrecht nods, handing his tankard to Morgan Aug 01 17:59:16 Or making an arse of myself. Aug 01 18:00:39 Which will still elevate challenge some preconceptions Aug 01 18:01:41 * Adalbrecht nods, also removing his coat before joining Dekker in the circle. Edward gives Morgan a look of surprise* Aug 01 18:02:06 * Morgan smiles slightly, drinking his blokners Aug 01 18:02:54 * Adalbrecht 's modesty is quickly proven false. For a man of almost Aug 01 18:04:22 Fifty, he is still very able indeed. Despite his dislike of Edward's friends, they are all cheering him on. Edward looks to Morgan with his hands out as if to say "what the hell?!" Aug 01 18:04:53 * Morgan shrugs, draining his tankard Aug 01 18:07:37 *The boxing continues on. It is a very clean, fair fight, but too close to call. The other men are completely engaged, only Riefenstahl not involved as he is busy flavouring and cooking the meat* Aug 01 18:08:12 * Morgan gets up, wandering over to him, keeping an eye on the fight Aug 01 18:09:30 * Adalbrecht is now known as Riefenstahl Aug 01 18:09:51 Formidable in their time, I would wager Aug 01 18:10:42 * Morgan nods Aug 01 18:10:53 I'd not want to go up against them now, let alone in their prime Aug 01 18:11:52 * Riefenstahl nods Aug 01 18:12:04 I was never one for boxing or wrestling Aug 01 18:13:40 No, nor I... I'm alright in a fight, but doing it for sport... no, its not for me Aug 01 18:16:41 * Riefenstahl nods Aug 01 18:17:21 I did not fit in with the other men in my unit, I was not invited to participate much Aug 01 18:17:51 Why is that? Aug 01 18:18:30 I have never shared an interest in War. I went because I had to Aug 01 18:19:17 * Morgan nods Aug 01 18:21:05 I could have gone to the Academy in Tannen, but it was decided I didn't have the temperament Aug 01 18:21:50 * Morgan nods Aug 01 18:23:23 I note you have picked up something of an Ussuran accent Aug 01 18:23:51 * Riefenstahl nods Aug 01 18:24:33 North west of here over the mountains is a friendly town. They mine iron there as we do here Aug 01 18:25:05 You must spend quite some time there to pick the accent up Aug 01 18:26:26 A day or two each week. I am hoping they also have seams of Drachenstone. My uncle refuses to mine ours on this side Aug 01 18:27:42 Drachenstone? Aug 01 18:32:02 Valuable stones of multiple colours. They are rare, and could make Graben very rich. Aug 01 18:32:37 *The boxing seems to be concluded with a handshake of mutual concession* Aug 01 18:32:49 * Morgan nods, fishing the stone from his pocket Aug 01 18:32:51 Like this? Aug 01 18:33:13 * Riefenstahl holds out his hand "Might I...?" Aug 01 18:33:31 * Morgan nods, handing it to him Aug 01 18:33:43 * Riefenstahl examines it Aug 01 18:33:58 Very nice. Did you know they cannot burn? Aug 01 18:34:38 * Morgan shakes his head Aug 01 18:34:43 Had no idea Aug 01 18:35:53 * Riefenstahl hands it back Aug 01 18:36:30 There's a legend that the Drachen's breathed fire on them, and that's why they will not burn Aug 01 18:36:59 I see Aug 01 18:40:24 Where did you get that? Aug 01 18:40:57 My wife found it on the shore of the Sudlache Aug 01 18:41:05 * Riefenstahl moves around, turning various bits of meat and topping up the flavouring Aug 01 18:41:17 * Riefenstahl looks impressed Aug 01 18:41:37 I had not known they were found so far west Aug 01 18:42:03 * Morgan nods Aug 01 18:44:52 *Edward and Adalbrecht come over, looking for more blokners, which Riefenstahl gets them* Aug 01 18:47:13 * Morgan pockets the stone, looking at his father Aug 01 18:47:16 Very impressive Aug 01 18:50:03 *Adalbrecht nods* I had Yensid train on me for many years Aug 01 18:50:29 * Morgan nods Aug 01 18:53:47 *Edward looks very pleased* It's about time someone could match Dekker, he has always been a battering ram Aug 01 18:54:30 Not what you expected, brother Aug 01 18:56:38 E: I did not know Father could box Aug 01 18:56:45 * Riefenstahl is now known as Adalbrecht Aug 01 18:56:53 * Adalbrecht shrugs Aug 01 18:58:30 Your Grandfather was an excellent runner. I did not know that until I was older. Aug 01 19:00:12 So much about people we don't know Aug 01 19:03:03 * Adalbrecht nods, taking a well-deserved drink Aug 01 19:03:36 R: I was just telling Morgan about the Drachenstone seams... Aug 01 19:05:05 *Edward shrugs* If Joseff does not want them mined, I have no intention of going against his wishes. The iron is profitable, and I look forward to seeing the future of that. Aug 01 19:06:06 *Riefenstahl shakes his head* No, of course not. The Ussurans will mine it, and it is a good venture to invest in. Aug 01 19:06:37 * Adalbrecht asks about it, and Riefenstahl and Edward fill him in Aug 01 19:09:19 * Morgan fetches himself some more blokners Aug 01 19:09:54 The rarity means there is a high chance they will flood the market and devalue the stones. Aug 01 19:10:27 pity Aug 01 19:11:48 R: It needs careful management, that is all, my Lord Aug 01 19:12:36 *Edward starts looking at the meat* This smells good Aug 01 19:13:14 R: twenty minutes and it will be ready Aug 01 19:14:58 * Morgan looks over at Edwards friends, sipping his drink Aug 01 19:16:23 *His friends beckon them over. Adalbrecht seems more relaxed now, and it is easier for Edward to reconcile the two groups. They settle back near the fire with the others, leaving the meat under Riefenstahl's expert care. Blokners is consumed like water. Zench says "Alright, let us have some words of wisdom for Edward, on this, his final unshackled Aug 01 19:16:23 night of joy" Aug 01 19:17:18 * Adalbrecht is now known as Edward Aug 01 19:17:54 Potts raises his tankard a little to Edward: Make sure she always arrives before you. Aug 01 19:18:34 * Edward nods, pretending to make a note of it. The others laugh, but Adalbrecht doesn't seem to get the innuendo Aug 01 19:21:58 Never let her think you value another's opinion above hers Aug 01 19:23:56 *Dekker nods* That one is important, Aug 01 19:24:52 A: Cherish her gently, take care of her. Aug 01 19:25:25 * Edward nods Aug 01 19:26:03 * Morgan sips his blokners Aug 01 19:26:21 Z: Never expect her to think like a man, behave like a man, or love like a man. She is so much better than that. Aug 01 19:27:42 *Potts nudges Zench, whispering too quiet for Adalbrecht to hear "loved a lot of men to compare it to, have you?" Aug 01 19:28:22 *Zench gives him a slap upside the head, making the rest of them laugh* Aug 01 19:28:53 *Dekker thinks his advice over: They're all different. Do not expect Mina to be the same as any other woman you have known. Aug 01 19:29:11 *Adalbrecht sips his blokners, glancing at Morgan* Aug 01 19:29:46 Don't ever compare them, even to yourself Aug 01 19:31:58 * Edward nods his head to Morgan, looking solemn Aug 01 19:33:03 Always keep the trappings of a hot drink for her on you. Aug 01 19:33:26 *Adalbrecht nods at this one* Aug 01 19:33:42 DeeDee: The grass is never greener. Never let your eyes or hands wander. Only a fool takes a mistress. Aug 01 19:33:42 **Potts and Zench both protest with amusement** Aug 01 19:33:42 Witts: I think he means after marriage, not you two. Aug 01 19:34:29 DeeDee: I meant never play a woman you're committed to in any way falsely. Aug 01 19:34:30 Z: *he flicks a stick into the fire* Not a choice all men have. Aug 01 19:34:30 E: *to Morgan quietly* He's burdened by the pressure to wed. Aug 01 19:35:07 * Morgan nods Aug 01 19:35:24 Unfortunate. Aug 01 19:36:46 * Edward nods, whispering again whilst the others talk about mistresses "DeeDee left a girl a few years ago for another. It went wrong, and by the time he came to his senses the first girl was married" Aug 01 19:38:51 * Morgan nods, sipping his drink Aug 01 19:39:02 Witts, after sipping his drink: I don't have enough experience to give you good advice that's not just bedroom stuff... Aug 01 19:39:51 * Edward glances at Morgan after glancing at Adalbrecht who looks very interested in his tankard Aug 01 19:40:53 Believe it or not, I do not need any bedroom advice, thank you. Aug 01 19:42:27 Z: Not what I heard! Is that what you heard, Potts? *Potts shakes his head* Nope, I heard he can't tell her arse from his elbow. Aug 01 19:44:14 *Dekker gives them both a brief look, barely anything at all, but they get the hint. Meanwhile Adalbrecht just stays quiet* Aug 01 19:45:01 Witts: My advice is... don't take relationship advice from a man whose relationship you do not admire. Aug 01 19:45:52 Thanks, Witts. That's almost all of this to be thrown away then. Aug 01 19:46:34 *The others laugh at this* Aug 01 19:47:47 * Morgan glances at his tankard, swirling it Aug 01 19:47:54 Z: Harsh, Tiggy. What about Potts and the baby Beaudelaire? Aug 01 19:48:31 P: Actually, it's over. And she was two and twenty, not a baby. Aug 01 19:50:01 *Zench rolls his eyes "When are you going to find yourself a wife, Matthias?" Aug 01 19:50:36 * Edward snorts "Generally as soon as a husband leaves one unattended" Aug 01 19:51:39 *Edward's friends, and even Dekker, find this amusing. Potts himself is probably laughing hardest. Adalbrecht just glances at Morgan with a raised eyebrow* Aug 01 19:52:11 * Morgan looks at his father impassively before sipping his drink Aug 01 19:53:00 D: Anyone have something more sensible to help Edward? Aug 01 19:53:56 Z: Never crush her spirit. Build her up, never bring her down Aug 01 19:54:42 W: Even when she is more than you can handle? Aug 01 19:55:00 *Zench smiles* Especially then. Aug 01 20:11:00 * Edward has quit (Ping Timeout) Aug 01 20:52:25 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep)