**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Mon Aug 15 17:00:07 2022 Aug 15 17:00:07 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Aug 15 18:03:12 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Aug 15 18:03:28 [So much for that being settled...] Aug 15 18:03:28 *Molly follows quietly* [I did not say we should change plans, just that there is an ache in me when I watch you as a father] Aug 15 18:03:28 [it pulls at me too] Aug 15 18:03:28 *Molly goes out into the hall* Aug 15 18:03:28 It's understandable... it's only natural Aug 15 18:03:30 aye Aug 15 18:03:32 * Disconnect Aug 15 18:03:59 * MollyK takes his hand Aug 15 18:04:21 It is just that you are so sweet and loving. Aug 15 18:06:07 * Morgan nods Aug 15 18:06:10 I suppose so Aug 15 18:07:18 * MollyK glances at him Aug 15 18:07:36 Do you get the same when you see me with children? Aug 15 18:09:19 * Morgan nods Aug 15 18:09:22 I do Aug 15 18:09:51 * MollyK nods Aug 15 18:10:04 Is that worst with infants? Aug 15 18:10:30 * Morgan nods Aug 15 18:11:57 We should be quite safe from them for six weeks on the ship! Aug 15 18:14:00 * Morgan nods Aug 15 18:14:05 I should think so Aug 15 18:14:12 * MollyK giggles Aug 15 18:14:23 I don't think they swim that well Aug 15 18:16:45 Certainly not fast enough to keep up Aug 15 18:17:13 * MollyK smiles Aug 15 18:18:00 *The drawing room is much as they left it, and Molly sits with Inga again Aug 15 18:18:14 * Morgan goes and sits by his father Aug 15 18:18:28 * MollyK is now known as Adalbrecht Aug 15 18:18:41 Safe trip? Aug 15 18:18:49 Remarkably Aug 15 18:19:05 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 18:19:08 Good Aug 15 18:19:22 How did things progress with the solicitor? Aug 15 18:21:26 Very well. You need to draw up the bank draft and let Dekker have it, then you can sign the papers. He suggested May 1st as the completion date, based on your trip Aug 15 18:21:39 * Morgan nods Aug 15 18:21:43 I think that makes sense Aug 15 18:22:46 Do you need any help financially? Aug 15 18:24:06 * Morgan shakes his head Aug 15 18:24:51 No... while I was away my allowance was left alone, accruing... and, while I didn't draw much of a salary at Lady Torringtons, she redressed that, whether I wanted her to or not Aug 15 18:25:32 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 18:25:39 Very good, Morgan Aug 15 18:25:47 Thank you, though Aug 15 18:30:36 * Adalbrecht inclines his head Aug 15 18:30:44 Everything is in order Aug 15 18:31:02 * Morgan nods Aug 15 18:31:11 I'll get a bank draft organised as soon as I can Aug 15 18:33:37 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 18:33:49 Edward likely can get you a blank one Aug 15 18:33:55 * Morgan nods Aug 15 18:34:12 I'll mention it to him... how did you find spending the day with the others? Aug 15 18:39:04 We went quite separate ways, them to a tavern and the rest of us shopping and to His Grace's house Aug 15 18:39:45 * Morgan nods Aug 15 18:42:04 He said we are welcome to visit them when we wish Aug 15 18:42:31 * Morgan nods Aug 15 18:42:41 I certainly plan to Aug 15 19:17:10 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 19:17:56 What are you planning to fill your time with before we all set off In January? Aug 15 19:19:02 I'm going to spend a bit of time with Claudia getting Edwards guards up to scratch... spend some time with Edward... Aug 15 19:20:48 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 19:21:27 Your Mother intends that too. She missed you very badly when you were gone, and then you both came back only to be off again Aug 15 19:24:34 * Morgan nods Aug 15 19:24:40 There was much to be done Aug 15 19:25:44 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 19:26:15 I have some hopes that having Martha there will help your Mother for company Aug 15 19:26:47 * Morgan nods Aug 15 19:26:55 I imagine so, if we can stop Martha meddling Aug 15 19:28:30 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 19:28:45 She is well-intentioned, I think Aug 15 19:29:07 I've no doubt of that Aug 15 19:31:01 I should imagine Sascha's baby will help focus her attentions Aug 15 19:33:28 * Morgan nods Aug 15 19:33:30 maybe Aug 15 19:35:06 Your Mother may get involved in that too Aug 15 19:35:16 * Morgan nods Aug 15 19:35:23 We intend to be back in time for the birth Aug 15 19:37:13 * Adalbrecht looks surprised Aug 15 19:37:30 I would have thought you would prefer to be elsewhere Aug 15 19:38:12 In a way the child will be a sibling, albeit by marriage. I would offer whatever support I can Aug 15 19:38:56 * Adalbrecht nods slowly Aug 15 19:39:11 I see. Well, I am sure you will have given it much thought Aug 15 19:41:01 You disapprove? Aug 15 19:41:34 No, I just want you to be happy Aug 15 19:41:56 * Morgan nods Aug 15 19:42:32 There have been some changes within myself that, I think, is not strictly suitable to discuss here. Aug 15 19:42:58 * Adalbrecht glances at the clock Aug 15 19:43:13 We have twenty minutes before dinner, shall we have a walk? Aug 15 19:43:25 * Morgan looks a little surprised Aug 15 19:43:27 If you would like Aug 15 19:46:38 * Adalbrecht stands, excusing them. Outside in the dark evening he lights a cigar Aug 15 19:46:48 What are these changes? Aug 15 19:47:44 I had something of a dream... it was like... I'd died in the fire, saving them, and was seeing what the future held for Dietlinde and Jana... Aug 15 19:48:20 And what was that? Aug 15 19:49:26 Dietlinde had married again, Jana was grown, had her own children and was married... they'd have been alright, eventually. It's made me realise that its alright for me to be alright too Aug 15 19:51:02 * Adalbrecht puts a hand on Morgan's shoulder Aug 15 19:51:09 Of course it is Aug 15 19:51:30 * Morgan nods, looking round Aug 15 19:52:09 We had already decided to be back in time for the birth... Molly is an exceptional medic... but now it feels... like its where I should be when the time comes Aug 15 19:52:28 When Sascha's time comes? Aug 15 19:53:18 * Morgan nods Aug 15 19:53:23 The birth, I mean Aug 15 19:54:15 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 19:54:35 They would have been your brother or sister in law Aug 15 19:55:39 * Morgan nods Aug 15 19:56:52 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 19:57:31 I am sure Molly's talent will be welcome. By then, of course, Die Dauerhaftigkeit will have a new temporary resident Aug 15 19:58:42 Have you reconciled with the fact you are going to be a soft touch for them? Aug 15 19:58:58 For whom? Aug 15 19:59:09 The child... Aug 15 20:01:16 I am looking forward to it. It will stand me in good stead for my future grandchildren Aug 15 20:02:38 Did you know that Varick calls you grandpa? Aug 15 20:03:11 Does he? I knew he called David that... Aug 15 20:03:58 Well... I'll have to check now, but... he certainly sees the two of you as his grandparents Aug 15 20:05:19 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 20:05:32 He has needed that stability Aug 15 20:05:37 * Morgan nods Aug 15 20:05:49 He's thriving, I feel Aug 15 20:06:35 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 20:07:08 I agree with you. He is much more relaxed with adults now. You and Molly are doing a wonderful job Aug 15 20:07:31 Not just us, though... Aug 15 20:09:18 Inga and Heinzharold travelling with you must be helpful Aug 15 20:10:12 Immensely... I feel bad for dragging them around, putting their desire for children on hold... but I also meant you and mother, and Edward Aug 15 20:11:21 I am glad you feel that way Aug 15 20:12:00 * Morgan nods Aug 15 20:12:10 How is your Avalonian now? Aug 15 20:13:13 No better than before Aug 15 20:15:42 It might be time to start practicing... Aug 15 20:15:58 I will ask for your Mother's help Aug 15 20:16:44 * Morgan nods Aug 15 20:17:04 I've no doubt Florrie will want to pick up Eisen but, in the meantime... Aug 15 20:17:21 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 20:17:29 I have several months Aug 15 20:18:14 * Morgan nods Aug 15 20:18:21 I know you are busy... Aug 15 20:19:06 I will see to it, Morgan. Aug 15 20:19:27 I know... I was trying to express my gratitude for doing so Aug 15 20:20:00 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 20:20:36 Now that your problem with His Grace is resolved, when should we expect the future Veisgraf to come along? Aug 15 20:21:23 We're still talking about it... though, currently, we're looking at about two years, there or thereabouts Aug 15 20:22:47 That's a long time. Why the delay? Aug 15 20:23:54 The trade with Capperlucia is important... and I need to establish the fleet, so that when we are gone, there are resources for our children Aug 15 20:24:30 You will have Sudlachenburg Aug 15 20:27:09 * Morgan whispers Aug 15 20:27:13 Nine of them in total Aug 15 21:06:54 * Adalbrecht has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Aug 15 21:21:20 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Aug 15 21:21:30 * MollyK is now known as Adalbrecht Aug 15 21:21:46 You _could_ try having a few less... Aug 15 21:22:17 Then what is the point of the bridal plate? Aug 15 21:23:53 I said _try_. Six for Edward. Eight for you, plus Florrie and Varick Aug 15 21:24:54 He... has asked me to be Florries guardian if something should happen to him and Alice Aug 15 21:25:02 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 21:25:12 I think that is a wise idea Aug 15 21:25:48 Sometimes it surprises me how much faith he puts in me Aug 15 21:26:32 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 21:27:02 It seems like you and he know and understand each other better than before Aug 15 21:28:03 * Morgan nods Aug 15 21:29:48 Will he be Varick's guardian in that circumstance, or Heinzharold? Aug 15 21:30:17 Thats a difficult question. Aug 15 21:30:35 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 21:30:40 Indeed it is Aug 15 21:31:18 HeinzHarolds Baronetcy complicated it, too Aug 15 21:31:25 Why? Aug 15 21:32:32 They both love Varick and would be good for him, in different ways... it would've been, mostly, a decision between whether we wanted him raised by someone in a position of responsibility or not, title or not... that is no longer the question Aug 15 21:32:44 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 21:33:12 A decision only you and your wife can make Aug 15 21:33:54 * Morgan nods Aug 15 21:33:55 indeed Aug 15 21:34:45 On a more light-hearted note, have you gotten Molly a gift for tomorrow? Aug 15 21:35:17 When I was half dead and hobbling... I managed to get her something, yes Aug 15 21:35:33 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 21:36:28 Very good. I have gotten your Mother a few Avalonian books, but I am always at a loss of what to give her Aug 15 21:38:08 Its difficult... though, if she and Molly are alike in this... the two things they want most is something small that made you think of them, and your time and attention. Just some simple time together, as I suggested already Aug 15 21:38:41 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 21:38:57 She would probably like that Aug 15 21:39:38 I'm always keeping an eye out for a nice, unique teacup for her Aug 15 21:39:52 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 21:40:01 She would treasure it Aug 15 21:40:56 I would not be terribly upset if you found one for her instead Aug 15 21:41:35 I appreciate that. You will be giving Molly your time and attention? Aug 15 21:43:27 * Morgan nods Aug 15 21:44:00 I've no doubt we will have time all together as a family, though Aug 15 21:44:32 That will be nice. Who knows when we might all get together again? Aug 15 21:45:01 * Morgan nods sadly Aug 15 21:45:10 I'm trying not to think about that Aug 15 21:46:58 Maybe a christening. That would be nice. Or for Prophets Mass one year. Hafenlohr would be the best estate for the rest of us travelling, you will be the more central point Aug 15 21:47:40 * Morgan nods Aug 15 21:48:29 Family is important. The most important thing, really. Aug 15 21:49:46 * Morgan nods Aug 15 21:50:25 I suppose going through what you did clarified it for you. Aug 15 21:52:23 With the schneeskald? Aug 15 21:52:46 No, the Fire. But the Schneeskald did? Aug 15 21:54:36 The fire... harmed my view of family. Much of the situation did... but the schneeskald.... As I said to Claudia and HeinzHarold, almost every person that I love was in that group, I absolutely had to make sure you were all safe Aug 15 21:55:12 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 21:55:18 That is touching Aug 15 21:57:29 * Morgan sighs Aug 15 21:57:34 They ruined my coat Aug 15 21:58:05 You could get a new one? Aug 15 21:58:55 That coat is like an old friend... and I'd... altered it, as I have with most of my coats Aug 15 21:59:22 I am sure Molly would alter one as needed for you Aug 15 21:59:34 * Morgan smiles Aug 15 22:00:33 I'm sure she would... I'd probably do it myself, I know exactly what I'd need and where Aug 15 22:01:30 She made mention in Atemlos that she does not sew for you. Edward had suggested you would be less opposed to breeches if she made them Aug 15 22:02:19 He may be on to something... Aug 15 22:02:37 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 22:03:16 I have seen her sewing and it is competent. Is there a reason she will not sew for you? Aug 15 22:04:17 I tend to do it myself... also... perhaps she thinks I would see it as her trying to replace Dietlinde... or that I would compare them... Aug 15 22:04:52 Ah, that sounds complicated. Maybe just do it yourself Aug 15 22:04:57 * Morgan nods Aug 15 22:05:33 * Morgan glances round, checking no-one is around Aug 15 22:05:43 *they are alone* Aug 15 22:05:49 I've got her a new sewing box, with forget-me-nots on it Aug 15 22:06:01 * Adalbrecht smiles Aug 15 22:06:38 I am sure she will like that. She has one from her cousin, with fish on it, I think? Aug 15 22:06:53 * Morgan nods Aug 15 22:07:20 He's... quite a lot like me... or, rather, like I was and am becoming again... Aug 15 22:07:40 * Adalbrecht nods Aug 15 22:08:11 Do you look similar? We don't want her mixing you up! Aug 15 22:09:54 Not terribly... but we have similar humour, and we both love the sea... *he glances at him* you know how I've a habit of avoiding questions by saying something daft? Like, when anyone has asked what happened to us, I've just been saying miniature trolls, like it explains everything... Aug 15 22:11:12 * Adalbrecht nods, sounding a little exasperated "I have been familiar with it since you were about three. Amazing the drawings frogs can do on walls " Aug 15 22:11:38 * Morgan nods Aug 15 22:13:43 Exactly, they can grip crayons so well... and the hopping is how it gets up so high... anyway, during our discovery of Molly's lineage, he was displeased about what he knew of David... I took him outside to talk through it, when we came back, Dr Rosenkrantz asked what took us to long... I said goblin attack, obviously, and Sebastien, without missing a beat, backed me up, complaining about the way they smell. Aug 15 22:13:55 We had not discussed it, its just... how similar we are Aug 15 22:14:53 Very strange. How does Molly handle the two of you at once? Aug 15 22:15:22 As she does with most of us... with tolerance, patience and mild exasperation Aug 15 22:15:34 * Adalbrecht laughs Aug 15 22:17:22 Yensid used to say it was important to be able to laugh at yourself. A man who takes himself too seriously is not taken seriously by a woman. *theres no recognition of the innuendo that Morgan knows Yensid likely meant* Aug 15 22:19:11 * Morgan glances at him Aug 15 22:19:23 He's probably right Aug 15 22:19:47 * Adalbrecht nods. The bell for dinner rings Aug 15 22:21:04 Very well, let's eat Aug 15 22:22:12 *Dinner is pleasant, there's so much conversation he has to make no effort at all* ((anything he would do/say?)) Aug 15 22:22:35 ((Just join in now and then)) Aug 15 22:24:32 *after dinner the ladies go through whilst the men have port. DeeDee excuses himself, and isn't back twenty minutes later, so Potts says "anyone know where DeeDee went?" And Wonks replies "probably outside hoping to get a few minutes conversation with a certain someone" Aug 15 22:24:56 I suspect you're right Aug 15 22:25:43 *HH glances at Morgan* $going to check she's okay, or he's not been beaten to a pulp?$ Aug 15 22:26:26 $alright$ Aug 15 22:27:14 $you, or me?$ Aug 15 22:27:27 $I'll go$ Aug 15 22:27:40 If you gentlemen will excuse me, I'm going to make sure she hasn't disemboweled him Aug 15 22:28:00 *this makes the others laugh* Aug 15 22:28:25 * Morgan takes a cup of coffee and goes to find Claudia Aug 15 22:28:51 * Adalbrecht is now known as Claudia Aug 15 22:30:08 * Claudia and DeeDee are found at the gazebo. They look to be training. She moves fast, putting her sword to his throat, then watches him a moment. She looks serious, disapproving "You find this arousing?!" Aug 15 22:30:29 **DeeDee takes a step back, bowing a little. He sounds embarrassed and genuinely sorry** My deepest apologies, madam, it was not my intention to do so. I will excuse myself. *he sheathes his sword and walks off at a brisk pace. Claudia stands there in the lantern-lit gazebo, sword by her side and frowning deeply* Aug 15 22:30:54 * Morgan watches her, leaning against the gazebo Aug 15 22:31:35 * Claudia finally clocks Morgan's presence Aug 15 22:31:50 How long have _you_ been there? Aug 15 22:32:02 * Morgan shrugs, sipping his coffee Aug 15 22:32:30 * Claudia sheathes her sword Aug 15 22:33:00 Stupid, bloody, confusing man! I don't know why ?I speak to him at all Aug 15 22:33:18 * Morgan shrugs again Aug 15 22:33:24 What confuses you? Aug 15 22:33:50 He was close to me, he was aroused, we are out here alone, and he has friends here who would give him an alibi if I said he had attacked me… *she shakes her head, looking lost* Aug 15 22:34:10 * Morgan moves towards her, offering the coffee Aug 15 22:34:44 * Claudia takes it, drinking some Aug 15 22:34:46 Aside from the fact I'd butcher them if they gave him said alibi... Aug 15 22:35:09 He had all the opportunity, and he walked away. Like he felt even his involuntary reaction was bad. I didn't even feel it, I could just tell from his eyes and breathing! Aug 15 22:35:21 * Morgan nods Aug 15 22:37:50 How am I supposed to react when he doesn't behave like I expect him to?! Aug 15 22:39:43 Are you thinking that if a man is attracted to you, he will inevitably try to force himself upon you? Aug 15 22:40:27 That has almost always been the case. I have given many throat punches for it Aug 15 22:40:50 * Morgan nods Aug 15 22:41:27 Then it seems you have a couple of choices... accept that he is not like most men you have known, or treat his behaviour as suspect Aug 15 22:41:51 Maybe I will tell him to just fuck off Aug 15 22:43:04 If you want Aug 15 22:43:48 Then he won't be hanging around being so disgustingly... courteous. Aug 15 22:44:31 Is it making you uncomfortable or unsure of yourself? Aug 15 22:44:43 Yes, frankly Aug 15 22:44:56 * Morgan nods Aug 15 22:45:26 Its challenging what you perceive men to be because he doesn't match your experiences... I can appreciate that. Do you want me to talk to him? Aug 15 22:45:54 No, I don't think so Aug 15 22:46:13 * Morgan watches her Aug 15 22:46:57 I don't want them all thinking I run to my baby brothers for protection. Aug 15 22:47:35 * Morgan smiles slightly Aug 15 22:47:54 I suspect they would never hear of it Aug 15 22:48:16 Maybe. Aug 15 22:49:35 If thats what you want Aug 15 22:49:42 * Claudia nods Aug 15 22:50:05 Next time I see him I'll tell him to stop looking for me Aug 15 22:51:49 Alright Aug 15 22:52:36 Bloody men! Aug 15 22:53:21 * Morgan just watches her Aug 15 22:53:51 * Claudia is still watching where he went Aug 15 22:54:33 * Morgan sighs Aug 15 22:54:42 If women could choose who they were attracted to, it would not be stupid men! Aug 15 22:55:12 Are you attracted to him? Aug 15 22:55:29 Shut up. I did not mean that! Aug 15 22:55:40 Mean it or not, thats not a no Aug 15 22:55:51 * Claudia looks at him Aug 15 22:56:09 I would have been, before basic training. Aug 15 22:56:53 Could it be that you are actually experiencing that attraction, and his attraction to you and his behaviour with it is what's so confusing? Aug 15 22:57:23 Ugh. I don't fucking know. Aug 15 22:58:10 * Morgan stares into the distance, looking thoughtful Aug 15 22:58:54 Even if that was true, I'm not going to do anything about it. Aug 15 22:59:49 Why/ Aug 15 23:00:50 Sorgi, all of the rest of you, and the fact that if you go to bed with a man he could easily hurt you Aug 15 23:02:08 Sorgi... because, what? Aug 15 23:02:41 Because I wouldn't want to hurt his feelings, I guess Aug 15 23:03:11 * Morgan nods Aug 15 23:03:15 And the rest of us? Aug 15 23:04:04 Puts you in an awkward position worrying about a possible conflict between Sorgi and I Aug 15 23:05:14 A little I suppose... the two of you are good together, and none of us want to see anyone hurt... Aug 15 23:06:00 * Claudia nods Aug 15 23:07:26 I don't want to hurt him. We've talked about me being with women while away, but men... no. Why the hell would I want that?! Aug 15 23:09:08 * Morgan nods slightly Aug 15 23:09:09 mmhmmm Aug 15 23:10:22 He'll be gone in a few days anyway Aug 15 23:10:42 You sure you want to deal with him yourself? Aug 15 23:11:02 Yeah, think so Aug 15 23:11:11 * Morgan nods Aug 15 23:11:20 alright Aug 15 23:12:20 Go on, go and enjoy your evening Aug 15 23:12:57 * Morgan nods, heading back inside Aug 15 23:14:01 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Aug 15 23:21:36 * Claudia has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Aug 15 23:23:48 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Aug 15 23:29:38 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout)