**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Aug 24 00:00:02 2022 Aug 24 00:00:02 * Molly smiles Aug 24 00:00:10 It's nice to make them happy Aug 24 00:01:54 * Morgan nods Aug 24 00:01:59 Yes, very much so Aug 24 00:02:21 * Molly kisses his cheek Aug 24 00:02:33 I'm going up to put these away Aug 24 00:02:48 Alright blossom... thank you Aug 24 00:03:29 You are welcome, as always Aug 24 00:06:32 * Morgan smiles Aug 24 00:06:38 We'll join the others when you return? Aug 24 00:09:00 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Aug 24 00:19:21 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Aug 24 10:55:02 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Aug 24 14:51:04 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Aug 24 17:03:05 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Aug 24 20:23:20 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Aug 24 20:23:40 Unless you need me to yourself? Aug 24 20:24:46 I think it'd be nice if we spent time all together... I suspect we won't get another chance for quite some time Aug 24 20:25:36 * MollyK nods smiling Aug 24 20:25:51 I'll meet you in there then Aug 24 20:27:54 * Morgan nods, kissing her cheek before heading back to the others Aug 24 20:29:04 *he's not long gotten settled in a chair when she returns. **They agree that Varick can stay up a while, and the grown ups will have dinner late. So after his tea they all gather round in the drawing room again. Lots of little gifts are given, Varick getting new toys and clothes. The atmosphere is very nice, the dislike towards Potts by his parents Aug 24 20:29:04 seems to have lessened now after his saving of Adalbrecht. Heidi gifts Zench a knitted hat, but it has not been sewn at the top so he pulls it down and his head comes through. It's quite unanimously decided that it is an awful hat but a very practical scarf. Joseff is with them and lucid. Grendlik and Jarvie seem to be more openly attached to each Aug 24 20:29:04 other. Claudia is unsurprisingly absent. Aug 24 20:30:11 [Soon I'm going to check on Claudia. This time of year isn't terribly easy for her] Aug 24 20:30:27 * Morgan looks over at HeinzHarold Aug 24 20:30:40 $You got the sewing box spirited away somewhere?$ Aug 24 20:31:45 $Yep, need me to fetch it$ Aug 24 20:32:09 $Please. We'll go see Claudia in a while too$ Aug 24 20:32:24 [of course, liebling. Presents first though?] Aug 24 20:32:33 *HH goes off* Aug 24 20:32:45 [Yes, of course] Aug 24 20:34:53 **Molly's gifts to everyone in the direct family are embroidered handkerchiefs. Each has a different flower circle with their name in the middle. She also tells them why she picked that flower. She has even made them for the men. The only one of the immediate family who does not get one is Morgan. Aug 24 20:34:53 "Mina is Edelweiss, for her middle name. It is the flower of devotion and deep love." They all agree this is a good choice Aug 24 20:35:48 "Verity is Violets, I know they have a special meaning for her" There's a smile between Verity and Adlabrecht. She has told Morgan that the night Adalbrecht proposed they sat in the violet scented garden and planned their future. "Violets represent modesty, faithfulness, and gentleness" Aug 24 20:36:33 "Pink carnations for Varick, representing a mother's love" *Varick comes to her, hugging her tightly. She kisses his crown* Where were we? Inga… Chammomile, for patience in adversity, but also because they are so cheering, as you are" *Inga blushes, thanking her* Aug 24 20:36:34 "Heinzharold… spring crocuses for cheerfulness and youthful gladness" *he grins* Aug 24 20:36:34 "And Adalbrecht, Iris for Trust, Wisdom and Valour" *he looks touched by this* Aug 24 20:36:34 *she smiles at Christopher* For you, Magnolias. *he smiles, nodding* Nobility and the love of nature. *she nods in return* Verity: very good, Molly! Aug 24 20:36:34 Grendlik, yours is Sweet Williams, a paternal love of children *he smiles, touched* thank you. Aug 24 20:36:36 Jarvie… this one was the hardest! Bluestar, representing strength, determination and endurance. Aug 24 20:37:04 And Edward has azaleas which represent strength, devotion, and family. Aug 24 20:37:05 **they all admire each other's handkerchiefs. Noone seems to have noticed yet that Morgan doesn't have one** Aug 24 20:38:04 * Morgan stays quiet, sipping his drink Aug 24 20:38:36 And Edward has azaleas which represent strength, devotion, and family. *he looks happy* Aug 24 20:38:36 **they all admire each other's handkerchiefs. Noone seems to have noticed yet that Morgan doesn't have one** Aug 24 20:39:14 * Morgan stays quiet, sipping his drink Aug 24 20:39:51 *Varick is the first to realise: Where is yours, Papa? I want to know what flower you got! Aug 24 20:40:10 * Morgan glances at Molly Aug 24 20:40:24 [I could not decide whether it would be a welcome gift, or if it would be painful for you because Dietlinde had made you your others. I was concerned you might find it… I don't know… overstepping somehow] Aug 24 20:40:56 Well, see, I don't have one... I've got you. Aug 24 20:41:48 V: You can't sneeze on me, I'm an actual boy! Aug 24 20:42:12 *the nearest onlookers laugh* Aug 24 20:42:50 * Morgan snorts, laughing Aug 24 20:42:53 Thats true Aug 24 20:43:26 *she smiles* I have something else for Morgan… something I hope will have more meaning for him than flowers… Aug 24 20:43:56 *Molly hands him a small box, two inches in all directions* Aug 24 20:44:38 * Morgan frowns slightly, looking it over before gently trying to open it Aug 24 20:45:49 *it opens easily. **inside is a silver pendant in the shape of a compass, the engraved needle pointing due north, she watches him, biting her lip. The others look intrigued** Aug 24 20:46:08 * Morgan smiles Aug 24 20:46:12 Now that is lovely Aug 24 20:47:47 * MollyK smiles, speaking softly "you like it?" Aug 24 20:48:02 I _love_ it Aug 24 20:49:35 * MollyK smiles warmly. Verity and Jarvie near him both want a look Aug 24 20:49:54 V: It's very nice, dear boy Aug 24 20:50:13 * Morgan nods, running his finger over it Aug 24 20:51:32 Thank you blossom Aug 24 20:51:53 * MollyK nods Aug 24 20:52:26 I had it made whilst you were away, whilst we were in Tawstock Aug 24 20:53:39 * Morgan nods Aug 24 20:53:53 I'm not sure I could've kept it quiet Aug 24 20:54:02 *Varick comes to Morgan to look* what is it, Papa? Aug 24 20:54:25 * MollyK smiles "It took some effort, I admit" Aug 24 20:55:33 Its a pendant... its a compass, see? Aug 24 20:56:21 V: But it doesn't move Aug 24 20:56:57 No... its not a _real_ compass... you see how the needle points to north? Aug 24 20:58:20 *Varick nods. A little crowd of family members has gathered around them now* Aug 24 20:58:49 Mama says I'm the north to her compass... Aug 24 20:59:56 *There's a variety of Awws, but Varick doesn't get it* why? Aug 24 21:00:33 I doubt I could do it justice... ask mama Aug 24 21:01:08 *Varick sits in her lap* Aug 24 21:02:46 It's like the north is what you look for when you are finding your way home. It's where you are drawn to, like the needle, and how you know where you belong. That is how I feel for him, you see? He is my guiding star. Aug 24 21:05:18 V: *he nods* I think I get it. Aug 24 21:05:47 *verity in particular is watching Morgan's reaction* Aug 24 21:05:57 * Morgan looks very touched Aug 24 21:08:27 *HH tries to catch Morgan's eye, nodding his head towards behind the couch* Aug 24 21:08:50 * Morgan nods slightly, getting up and going behind the couch Aug 24 21:09:03 I'm afraid, blossom... yours isn't quite so easy to hide Aug 24 21:09:28 * MollyK looks intrigued Aug 24 21:09:55 * Morgan picks up the sewing box, bringing it to her Aug 24 21:10:33 * MollyK looks at it as he does "you got me a sewing box..." Aug 24 21:10:55 * Morgan nods, watching her seriously Aug 24 21:12:40 * MollyK nods slowly "I... thank you, my love. It is beautiful." Aug 24 21:12:56 [blossom... is something wrong?] Aug 24 21:14:23 * Morgan nods slightly, sitting down Aug 24 21:15:05 * MollyK smiles warmly, opening it to show Varick where things will go inside Aug 24 21:15:35 [No, it's significant to me, that's all. I love it, thank you] Aug 24 21:16:24 [I... I'm not... you are sure you like it?] Aug 24 21:16:43 [I am absolutely sure.] Aug 24 21:16:58 I was going to get you an axe, but HeinzHarold reminded me you aren't Claudia Aug 24 21:18:20 * MollyK smiles Aug 24 21:18:36 I wouldn't have the slightest idea what to do with an axe Aug 24 21:18:59 Probably nothing you intended to do with it... Aug 24 21:19:57 * MollyK nods. Varick is soon off to play with a new set of solidiers, picking Dekker for his teammate against DeeDee and Potts. This frees up space beside her* Aug 24 21:21:15 * Morgan moves beside her Aug 24 21:22:05 * MollyK smiles, carefully putting the box on the floor before taking his hand Aug 24 21:22:10 Thank you, my love Aug 24 21:23:34 * Morgan looks at her, searching her expression Aug 24 21:25:40 * MollyK looks at him, blushing a little. She speaks quietly "liebes herz..." Aug 24 21:25:53 Thats me... Aug 24 21:26:33 *still quietly* if you keep looking at me like that you are going to get very soundly kissed, here, in front of everyone! Aug 24 21:29:52 * Morgan nods slightly Aug 24 21:29:59 I am trying to make sure I have not upset you Aug 24 21:32:07 No, my love, I am very touched and pleased Aug 24 21:32:19 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:32:31 You are sure? You didn't seem... pleased. Aug 24 21:34:15 * MollyK nods "I was surprised and very touched, liebling. Honestly, it's perfect" Aug 24 21:34:36 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:34:38 alright Aug 24 21:37:36 * MollyK squeezes his hand. She sends him the image of her moving to kiss him firmly, then her forehead to his. "as I cannot show you right now..." Aug 24 21:38:14 * Morgan nods slightly Aug 24 21:38:17 [later] Aug 24 21:41:53 ACTION nods, smiling. The game of soldiers is getting more tense as people join one side of the other for strategising. The teams are equally good, but once Varick starts looking very tired the other team starts to concede a little. Meanwhile Molly watches, her cheek to Morgan's arm. The room is nice and warm, and he can see happiness all around Aug 24 21:41:54 him. Aug 24 21:42:34 * Morgan speaks quietly Aug 24 21:42:47 I wonder if its time for a natural disaster to strike that conflict... Aug 24 21:45:51 * MollyK smiles Aug 24 21:46:12 A heavenly fireball? Aug 24 21:46:39 Something like... Aug 24 21:49:12 *Another few minutes later Varick whoops with joy as he decimates the other army, and everyone congratulates him. He yawns before coming to Morgan* Can I go to bed now, Papa? Aug 24 21:49:40 * Morgan nods, getting up and picking him up Aug 24 21:49:45 Aye, lets get you to sleep Aug 24 21:52:42 *Varick says goodnight to everyone as they go* I have had a good night, Papa Aug 24 21:52:54 I'm glad to hear that Aug 24 21:53:11 * MollyK is now known as Varick Aug 24 21:53:30 I don't remember any Prophets Mass with my Daddy now Aug 24 21:53:52 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:54:01 That must make you sad Aug 24 21:55:21 * Varick nods Aug 24 21:55:33 A little bit, but I am happy too Aug 24 21:55:39 Oh? Aug 24 21:57:16 I am happy because I played soldiers and won Aug 24 21:57:22 * Morgan chuckles Aug 24 21:57:25 Yes you did Aug 24 21:59:12 * Varick yawns again Aug 24 21:59:44 Can we have Prophets mass with Florrie one year? Aug 24 22:00:08 I hope so... that'd be nice wouldn't it Aug 24 22:00:18 * Morgan puts the boy down, helping him get ready for bed Aug 24 22:01:35 * Varick doesn't say much else, very sleepy Aug 24 22:01:40 Goodnight, Papa Aug 24 22:01:45 Goodnight Varick Aug 24 22:03:11 * Varick is asleep in moments, very much past his bedtime Aug 24 22:03:35 * Morgan smiles, leaving the room quietly Aug 24 22:06:06 *Danvers is there to listen for him, and when he gets downstairs Molly is waiting in the empty hall* Aug 24 22:06:11 * Varick is now known as Molly Aug 24 22:06:42 Everyone has gone into the dinning room, though dinner will be a little while yet apparently Aug 24 22:06:55 Oh... right Aug 24 22:07:17 * Molly watches him Aug 24 22:07:40 I didn't know if you were going to look for Claudia now...? Aug 24 22:08:27 Probably should Aug 24 22:10:23 * Molly nods, smiling Aug 24 22:10:33 I will let you go then... Aug 24 22:12:06 Need to take HeinzHarold Aug 24 22:13:09 * Molly nods, moving to gently kiss him. She stays close when she says "shall I fetch him?" Aug 24 22:13:39 Please, my love Aug 24 22:16:25 * Molly nods, going. HH comes out to join him Aug 24 22:16:29 * Molly is now known as HH Aug 24 22:16:59 You need me? Aug 24 22:17:07 Time to go find Claudia Aug 24 22:19:56 * HH comes with him. It takes a while before they find her reading by a fire in one of less used drawing rooms Aug 24 22:20:33 * Morgan throws himself into a chair Aug 24 22:21:44 * HH takes a seat too Aug 24 22:21:59 *Claudia looks up* Evening Aug 24 22:22:07 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:22:12 Thought we'd come see how you're doing Aug 24 22:23:19 C: I'm fine, enjoying the peace Aug 24 22:23:54 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:23:55 good Aug 24 22:26:00 C: Don't worry about me, I'm fine. Go and do your celebrating Aug 24 22:26:32 Who said we were worried? I just thought it'd be nice to see our big sister... Aug 24 22:28:49 C: *she shrugs* I'm just reading Aug 24 22:29:23 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:29:28 Didn't know you could do that... Aug 24 22:30:54 C: Shut up, Morgan. Aug 24 22:31:36 * Morgan chuckles Aug 24 22:32:27 C: Don't you have wives to annoy? Aug 24 22:33:06 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:33:09 Its not as easy, though Aug 24 22:34:22 * HH nods Aug 24 22:34:36 Inga loves me too much t' find me annoying Aug 24 22:35:15 * Morgan looks at him momentarily Aug 24 22:35:21 Oh... he actually believes that Aug 24 22:36:22 * HH grins Aug 24 22:36:34 I know that. She can't resist me, man Aug 24 22:36:53 * Morgan looks at him again Aug 24 22:37:07 uhhhh... yeah, ok Aug 24 22:37:56 Surprised you don't hear her Aug 24 22:39:14 As I recall... last time I heard her she was saying 'yes I _know_ its not really about peaches and cream' and telling you to stop singing and go to sleep Aug 24 22:41:42 * HH chuckles Aug 24 22:42:16 Norm'ly she doesn't tell me to go to sleep Aug 24 22:42:31 C: Too much information, Heinzharold Aug 24 22:43:35 * HH just grins Aug 24 22:43:52 Here, did you know she thinks of us as her baby brothers? Aug 24 22:46:09 I always forget she's old Aug 24 22:46:29 *she huffs* I am only three years older than you. Aug 24 22:47:10 Not too old to kick your ass Aug 24 22:48:22 * HH nods Aug 24 22:48:39 When she's ninety she'll still be kickin' it Aug 24 22:49:17 C: *she smiles* Imagine how old and wrinkly he'll be by then Aug 24 22:51:33 Right, now we've annoyed you... we'll leave you in peace Aug 24 22:52:43 *She nods* Have a good night Aug 24 22:53:18 * HH gets up, heading for the door Aug 24 22:53:50 * Morgan gets up, starting to follow him before turning and tossing a small burlap wrapped item in her lap Aug 24 22:54:19 *she opens it* Aug 24 22:54:46 **its a small dagger, quite stubby, barely the size of a throwing dagger Aug 24 22:55:59 C; *she looks it over* not bad Aug 24 22:56:04 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:56:21 Easily concealed, easy to wield at very close quarters Aug 24 22:57:25 * HH is now known as Claudia Aug 24 22:57:59 You think I need to defend myself from him? He's avoided me like the plague. Aug 24 23:00:20 No. Not even slightly. But I thought perhaps you'd like it Aug 24 23:02:42 Thank you, Morgan *she smiles* Aug 24 23:03:13 * Morgan inclines his head Aug 24 23:03:41 You want me to clear the way for you to join us at the midnight service? Aug 24 23:04:03 * Claudia shakes her head Aug 24 23:04:13 I'm turning in before that Aug 24 23:04:21 * Morgan nods Aug 24 23:04:26 See you in the morning then Aug 24 23:06:58 Goodnight Aug 24 23:07:42 * Morgan nods, heading out after HeinzHarold Aug 24 23:26:09 * Morgan has quit (Quit: Leaving) Aug 24 23:54:34 * Claudia has quit (Read error: EOF from client)