**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Mon Aug 22 01:07:25 2022 Aug 22 01:07:25 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Aug 22 01:32:36 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Aug 22 08:45:36 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Aug 22 09:58:22 * Morgan has quit (Quit: Leaving) Aug 22 14:57:44 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Aug 22 16:59:07 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Aug 22 19:55:38 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Aug 22 20:59:40 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Aug 22 21:02:49 * MollyK knows where to go, and the little house is set aside from the others, guarded despite being smaller than the 8 bedroomed manor in Innesbruck. They are let in, and a butler shows them into a cosy drawing room, more of a gentleman's home than a noble house. Faulk is alone, reading by the fire Aug 22 21:03:18 B: Your Grace, their Excellencies Duke and Duchess Koertig Aug 22 21:05:05 * Morgan waits quietly, bowing his head when Faulk looks up Aug 22 21:05:39 *Faulk stands* Good afternoon. Is this a flying visit, or would you like coffee? Aug 22 21:05:58 * MollyK curtsies appropriately Aug 22 21:06:13 If you don't mind, some coffee would be very gratefully received Aug 22 21:11:54 *This is all sorted, and Molly sits nearest the fire when Faulk insists* Aug 22 21:12:00 * MollyK is now known as Faulk Aug 22 21:12:39 I am afraid you have missed Stef and Kristoff, she has a distant relative here they have gone to visit Aug 22 21:14:18 A pity... I wanted to check on her. Though, in actuality, we came to see you Aug 22 21:15:57 Oh? Do you already have a back-up ambassador in mind? Aug 22 21:16:50 Ah, no... perhaps I wasn't clear... we haven't come to see the Eisenfurst... we've come with a gift for Prophets Mass for our friend Aug 22 21:18:10 * Faulk smiles Aug 22 21:18:17 Thank you very much Aug 22 21:18:42 * Morgan takes the letters from his pocket, placing them in front of Faulk Aug 22 21:19:28 * Faulk looks at the writing with a smile Aug 22 21:19:28 We found these in the attic in Innesbruck... once we realised what they were, we thought perhaps you would like them Aug 22 21:19:56 Thank you. Do you mind if I open them now? Aug 22 21:20:20 No, of course not Aug 22 21:21:09 * Faulk opens one, reading it with a smile Aug 22 21:21:26 She had so much humour and spirit Aug 22 21:22:18 * Morgan watches him, sipping his coffee Aug 22 21:23:15 * Faulk laughs as he reads on Aug 22 21:24:31 I had forgotten some of these things. Hard to believe now all the struggles I had settling in to being the Eisenfurst Aug 22 21:25:04 It was a big shift for you Aug 22 21:26:28 * Faulk nods Aug 22 21:26:32 It was Aug 22 21:27:28 * Morgan nods Aug 22 21:30:00 She'd be proud of the ruler you've become... Aug 22 21:30:11 * Faulk smiles Aug 22 21:30:33 I know. I still talk to her with the bells as you suggested Aug 22 21:31:03 * Morgan nods Aug 22 21:31:04 Good Aug 22 21:32:26 I have told her she can go on when she is ready, but she doesn't want to Aug 22 21:32:41 * Morgan nods Aug 22 21:33:10 I understand she is happy being near you... she was not terribly helpful when I was researching some monsters though Aug 22 21:33:31 She thought you were very droll Aug 22 21:33:48 * Morgan nods Aug 22 21:34:04 Not necessarily on purpose Aug 22 21:36:34 * Faulk nods Aug 22 21:37:05 That reminds me, I will be back in a moment Aug 22 21:37:25 * Faulk leaves them. Molly sips her coffee Aug 22 21:37:32 * Faulk is now known as Molly Aug 22 21:37:47 Are you alright? Aug 22 21:37:58 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Aug 22 21:41:32 * Molly watches him a moment before looking back to the fire. Faulk returns with a book for Molly Aug 22 21:41:58 Marguerite thought you might like to have and finish this one Aug 22 21:42:35 * Molly takes it, smiling "it's the one I started when I was recuperating. thank you, your Grace" Aug 22 21:43:02 F, to Morgan: I haven't got you anything, I am afraid Aug 22 21:43:38 * Morgan smiles slightly Aug 22 21:43:49 You have given me more than I could have asked for already Aug 22 21:45:53 *he smiles* Are you busy planning your nursery now? Aug 22 21:47:43 Its... difficult. We have a desire to get things with capperlucia well established, but... the desire to grow our family as soon as we can is stronger than we anticipated Aug 22 21:49:31 * Molly is now known as Faulk Aug 22 21:49:38 * Faulk nods Aug 22 21:49:56 I remember that very well Aug 22 21:50:28 * Morgan nods Aug 22 21:53:52 * Faulk goes back to the letters. There's noise in the hall, and he faintly catches the sound of Colonel Fuchs talking Aug 22 21:57:12 Ah, the colonel returns Aug 22 21:58:31 You are free to go to them if you wish Aug 22 22:05:04 I daresay you will have enough to keep you occupied with those letters... Aug 22 22:06:12 Indeed. Wonderfully nostalgic gift. My thanks to you both Aug 22 22:06:24 It is our genuine pleasure Aug 22 22:08:39 * Faulk nods, standing Aug 22 22:08:55 I wish you both a happy Prophets Mass Aug 22 22:09:43 * Morgan does likewise, bowing his head Aug 22 22:09:46 And you, your Grace Aug 22 22:10:22 *Molly curtsies, coming to Morgan's side. In the hall Kristoff is taking Stef's cloak from her Aug 22 22:14:12 * Morgan watches them for a moment Aug 22 22:14:14 Afternoon Aug 22 22:14:51 * Faulk is now known as Stef Aug 22 22:16:00 Good afternoon to you both Aug 22 22:16:20 *Kristoff looks pleased to see them too* Aug 22 22:16:28 I thought we'd miss you Aug 22 22:17:47 It was a bit colder than we expected Aug 22 22:18:03 K: What brings you, do you need help? Aug 22 22:18:23 No, we were bringing a gift for his Grace Aug 22 22:19:52 *He nods* Aug 22 22:20:39 Might I have a word, Morgan? Aug 22 22:26:21 Of course Aug 22 22:27:48 *Kristoff offers to help Molly into her cloak so they go down the hall* Aug 22 22:28:04 I've been thinking about you today. How are you? Aug 22 22:28:26 I am better than I was earlier. How're you? Aug 22 22:30:58 I am better this year than last. Kristoff and I are leaning on each other through our sadness of Axel not being here to celebrate with us Aug 22 22:32:56 * Morgan nods Aug 22 22:33:46 How are you coping with that? Aug 22 22:34:26 Its difficult... I dreamed about them last night Aug 22 22:37:53 * Stef nods Aug 22 22:38:06 I dream of Axel once a week or so Aug 22 22:38:59 * Morgan frowns slightly Aug 22 22:39:06 I feel rather guilty about it Aug 22 22:39:48 Why? No one can control their dreams Aug 22 22:40:27 I know... but that doesn't make it any easier Aug 22 22:40:50 Why do you feel guilty? Aug 22 22:41:19 It feels like I've been a little unfaithful to Molly Aug 22 22:41:28 She'd probably be angry to hear I felt that Aug 22 22:42:46 It won't come from me, but I would think for your own conscience you will need to say something so it doesn't eat at you Aug 22 22:43:54 * Morgan nods Aug 22 22:43:57 You're probably right Aug 22 22:46:19 How are you coping with your hair? Aug 22 22:47:28 * Morgan sighs Aug 22 22:47:32 I'm going to get it cut today Aug 22 22:48:43 * Stef nods Aug 22 22:49:01 It might be easier once you have made that choice to Aug 22 22:50:27 * Morgan nods Aug 22 22:50:37 I'm toying with a couple of options Aug 22 22:52:12 * Stef smiles Aug 22 22:52:53 What were you considering? Aug 22 22:56:54 Edward thinks I should cut it like HeinzHarolds... I'm thinking having it like they do in Vesten, shaved along the sides... Aug 22 22:58:55 * Stef smiles Aug 22 22:59:04 Axel's was like that Aug 22 23:00:16 Oh? Aug 22 23:01:43 Braided tight through the top, bare on the sides, when we had been in camp with nothing going on. When we were on march it got longer Aug 22 23:03:06 * Morgan nods Aug 22 23:03:10 Sounds like my sort of thing Aug 22 23:05:12 I could do that for you? Aug 22 23:05:54 Cut it? Aug 22 23:06:21 And braid it? Aug 22 23:06:55 * Morgan nods slowly Aug 22 23:07:00 If you're sure you wouldn't mind... Aug 22 23:07:51 Not at all. Did you want it today, or just before we leave Graben? Aug 22 23:09:19 Ummm... I'm not sure... today would be great but we need to get back for Varick Aug 22 23:10:54 Perhaps Kristoff would be willing to walk Molly home, and she can be with him? Aug 22 23:11:19 Best get their views on the idea I think Aug 22 23:11:40 * Stef nods, heading that way Aug 22 23:11:52 * Morgan follows her Aug 22 23:12:11 *Molly is chatting about the differences between Eisen Prophet's Mass and the Avalon version* Aug 22 23:13:55 * Morgan clears his throat Aug 22 23:14:19 Molly... Stef has offered to cut my hair, rather than having some unknown valet do it... Aug 22 23:14:54 *Molly nods, smiling* Alright, my love Aug 22 23:15:23 Did you want to head back to play with Varick? Perhaps the colonel would see to your safety? Aug 22 23:15:52 *Kristoff nods* It would be my honour Aug 22 23:16:03 [is that alright blossom?] Aug 22 23:16:27 *Molly kisses his cheek* [of course it is, my love, I trust you] Aug 22 23:18:50 Thank you Colonel Aug 22 23:19:57 *Kristoff gets his own coat, and walks Molly out on his arm* Aug 22 23:20:39 * Morgan looks at Stef, looking mildly apprehensive Aug 22 23:21:02 * Stef smiles "I won't cut you, I promise" Aug 22 23:22:02 Its not that... I'm not used to people being so close to me, particularly with sharp objects Aug 22 23:22:16 * Stef nods Aug 22 23:22:51 If it helps, I am used to pinning, sewing, and cutting fabric whilst people are in their clothes. I have steady hands Aug 22 23:23:16 * Morgan nods Aug 22 23:23:53 I trust you Aug 22 23:24:41 I am honoured. Whilst I get some things together and find somewhere with good light, could you think about how short you want the sides, and whether you want the top braided or just pulled back? Aug 22 23:25:17 * Morgan nods Aug 22 23:25:19 I will Aug 22 23:26:32 * Stef leaves him alone in the hall. There's a mirror on the wall, reflecting his current, mid length hair Aug 22 23:27:38 * Morgan sighs, looking at himself Aug 22 23:27:43 Time to let go... Aug 22 23:29:02 *there's only him and his reflection for fifteen minutes before Stef comes to take him into the little laundry room where implements are laid out. Aug 22 23:29:26 You'll have to sit on this footstool, I won't reach otherwise Aug 22 23:31:24 * Morgan nods, sitting down Aug 22 23:32:33 What will it be? Aug 22 23:33:50 I... think... shaved along the sides, braided on top Aug 22 23:34:53 * Stef nods Aug 22 23:35:35 You think that will be alright? Aug 22 23:36:05 You'll be cold at first, but you'll get used to it Aug 22 23:36:31 Not quite what I meant... Aug 22 23:37:51 It will suit you just fine Aug 22 23:38:08 * Morgan nods, taking a deep breath Aug 22 23:40:10 I'll get started then *she has a comb and pins, and does so, seperating the top from the bottom*. when did you start growing your hair? Aug 22 23:41:21 Before I joined in the war... even then I was rebelling in some form or another Aug 22 23:42:50 You probably cannot recall ever having short hair then Aug 22 23:43:28 No, not really... Aug 22 23:46:01 * Stef nods Aug 22 23:46:28 How do you think Molly will find your new hair? Aug 22 23:47:32 I don't know... she's said she'll like whichever option I chose but it'll take some getting used to I think Aug 22 23:47:47 * Stef nods Aug 22 23:48:30 *she works quietly* I am about ready to start cutting now Aug 22 23:49:39 alright Aug 22 23:54:05 ACTION takes the scissors to it, cutting it fairly close. There's just so much of it. It reminds him of a rainy day in the cottage, not in Sudlachenburg but in Tawstock, not long after Molly had been caught in the storm. She was brushing his hair out for the first time, an important gesture of trust, they decided. She'd rested her head on his Aug 22 23:54:06 crown, inhaling deeply. It was one of their earliest tender gestures that wasn't just kissing Aug 22 23:55:35 * Morgan sighs quietly Aug 22 23:55:44 Am I hurting you? Aug 22 23:55:51 No... just a memory Aug 22 23:57:36 You will make new memories with your new hair. Life is ever-changing Aug 22 23:58:31 * Morgan nods slightly Aug 22 23:58:36 Aye, I suppose so