**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Tue Sep 13 00:01:22 2022 Sep 13 00:01:22 * MollyK nods, running a hand over his chest. His neck prickles as it numbs, and continues as she makes and heals painless cuts Sep 13 00:01:42 It is a good job my aim is not to mark you, it would be very easy Sep 13 00:02:38 * Morgan nods Sep 13 00:02:41 Yes it would Sep 13 00:03:20 As you with me Sep 13 00:04:19 No, its like your magic fights against it Sep 13 00:05:14 I suppose so *she looks at his chest* All healed, but you'll need cleaning up. Shall I get a cloth?" Sep 13 00:06:42 Please Sep 13 00:08:28 * MollyK stands up. She's about half way through ringing the excess water from it when he sees her sway Sep 13 00:10:01 Oh... oh dear. Sep 13 00:11:17 * Morgan jumps up, moving to catch her Sep 13 00:11:57 *it's good timing, because she's out cold before she reaches the safety of his arms Sep 13 00:12:59 * Morgan carries her to the bed, laying her down gently Sep 13 00:13:25 * MollyK looks very peaceful, the usual two minutes passing Sep 13 00:14:05 * Morgan waits quietly, gently stroking her face Sep 13 00:15:34 *She is very sparkly as soon as her eyelids flicker. But like in his dream, it's not just a desire to make love to her, it's also a desire to give her his seed, to make her pregnant, and to lay that claim to her body Sep 13 00:15:41 What happened? Sep 13 00:16:31 You fainted Sep 13 00:16:54 Oh... *she watches him with a smile* it worked? Sep 13 00:17:22 * Morgan watches her hungrily, nodding Sep 13 00:17:30 Its not just a desire to have you... Sep 13 00:17:38 No? Sep 13 00:18:29 It is a desire to... make you pregnant, give you that which would make you pregnant.... Sep 13 00:19:11 * MollyK bites her lip "mmhmm... you've never mentioned that before " Sep 13 00:20:05 Its not really occurred to me before... or that I desire to make your body mine entirely Sep 13 00:20:21 * MollyK whimpers at this Sep 13 00:20:42 I like that. Is it new? Maybe from the removal of the herbs? Sep 13 00:20:50 Could be Sep 13 00:21:09 * MollyK nods, leaning up to kiss him Sep 13 00:21:17 We should have planned this better Sep 13 00:22:11 Oh? Sep 13 00:22:35 You will need to spend yourself three times in less than an hour... Sep 13 00:23:02 * Morgan nods Sep 13 00:23:19 I do not wish to break you! Sep 13 00:23:34 * Morgan blushes Sep 13 00:23:49 * MollyK tilts her head Sep 13 00:24:08 What is making you blush? You like that idea? Sep 13 00:25:10 Unbidden the phrase 'I'd like to break you' came to mind Sep 13 00:25:53 Intriguing... I am not sure how that would work... Sep 13 00:26:14 No, me either Sep 13 00:27:19 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Sep 13 01:16:25 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Sep 13 01:16:45 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Sep 13 01:23:13 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Sep 13 14:19:57 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Sep 13 14:22:12 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Sep 13 14:25:14 *no one does get broken in the following half an hour of mutually enjoyable, passionate sex, though his mind feels somewhat scrambled by that second release with the spiralling energy and huge burst of sensation, that feeling of them being two halves of the same whole. That specific new desire to impregnate her that is not normally part of the draw Sep 13 14:25:14 dissipates when she stops being shiny. By then they are both very spent indeed, and keeping his eyes open is near on impossible. Sep 13 14:25:22 Are you alright, my love? Sep 13 14:25:52 * Morgan murmurs Sep 13 14:25:57 Can't think. Dead. Sep 13 14:26:07 * MollyK laughs Sep 13 14:26:36 Of all the ways to go, though... Sep 13 14:27:30 * Morgan nods Sep 13 14:29:05 I think you aren't really dead, my love, I think you will spring back up in the morning Sep 13 14:29:30 * Morgan nods slightly Sep 13 14:29:35 maybe Sep 13 14:30:05 Do you think... this new part of the draw is from our decision to have children soon, stopping the herbs, or someone meddling? Sep 13 14:30:44 I really do not know. You have never felt that without the draw? Sep 13 14:32:05 I've never felt that _with_ the draw either. Think its probably our decision or the herbs Sep 13 14:32:16 * MollyK nods, yawning Sep 13 14:32:20 I agree Sep 13 14:33:46 * Morgan nods, closing his eyes Sep 13 14:34:11 I am glad it did not happen til now, that would have scared you Sep 13 14:34:20 * Morgan nods Sep 13 14:34:23 Mmm Sep 13 14:34:38 * MollyK kisses his forehead Sep 13 14:34:42 Sleep now, my love Sep 13 14:35:03 * Morgan nods slightly, asleep almost instantly Sep 13 14:37:59 **He dreams again. Nothing has been different than in reality, but he is back stood in the state room in Die Dauerhaftigkeit the night before HH’s wedding, having gotten wind of Edward being on his way. He hasn't even been to Faulk's where he almost loses Molly, nor discovered her feeling that he only loved her Enough. There is blokners, Adalbrecht Sep 13 14:37:59 is quiet serious. Claudia announces Edward before taking the instruction by gesture to go. Morgan doesnt want her overhearing Edward's role in their murder. Sep 13 14:38:06 * MollyK is now known as Edward Sep 13 14:40:33 **Edward looks smart, and when Adalbrecht insists they all put weapons down he does so. Then he stands still, watching Morgan* Sep 13 14:40:33 You are back at last. Sep 13 14:42:05 It was time Sep 13 14:42:44 * Edward watches him Sep 13 14:42:47 I hear you had a second wedding. Sep 13 14:43:10 * Morgan nods slightly Sep 13 14:44:09 Gentleman's daughter. *he sips his drink* Sep 13 14:44:21 And how would you know that Sep 13 14:44:32 Yensid Sep 13 14:44:39 * Morgan makes a sound of disgust Sep 13 14:45:05 He knew where you were, what you were doing. Sep 13 14:45:54 Perhaps Sep 13 14:46:10 * Edward considers him Sep 13 14:46:39 Your marriage is invalid, but no one outside this room needs to know that. Sep 13 14:47:15 Like shit is it Sep 13 14:47:23 *Adalbrecht is watching them quietly* Sep 13 14:47:39 * Edward smiles a little "It is bigamy, actually." Sep 13 14:48:02 * Morgan looks at his father Sep 13 14:48:41 This is a stupid idea. I'm not being accused of bigamy by the coward that _murdered_ my first wife and daughter Sep 13 14:48:46 *Adalbrecht just looks confused* Sep 13 14:49:04 They weren't murdered. Sep 13 14:49:37 * Morgan glares at him Sep 13 14:49:45 What the fuck are you talking about? Sep 13 14:50:05 I arranged for them to be out before the fire. My friend has been looking after them these three years, acting as brother to a widowed sister, niece and nephew. Sep 13 14:50:37 What?! What the bloody hell, Edward? Sep 13 14:50:58 * Edward sips his drink. He looks quite pleased with himself Sep 13 14:51:19 Lina -, sorry, _Dietlinde_, had a child in June of sixty eight. He is two now. Sep 13 14:51:36 * Morgan moves suddenly to grab his sword Sep 13 14:52:01 *Adalbrecht bellows* PUT IT DOWN! Sep 13 14:52:33 * Morgan whirls, levelling the tip at Edwards throat Sep 13 14:53:17 * Edward looks him dead in the eye and sips his blokners. Sep 13 14:53:57 Ad: MORGAN ADALBRECHT KOERTIG, YOU WILL OBEY YOUR FATHER AND YOUR GRAF! Sep 13 14:54:32 * Morgan bares his teeth at Edward before swinging the sword downwards, burying the tip in the floorboards at Edwards feet Sep 13 14:54:41 I was planning to tell you after a couple of weeks, after the world had seen you mourn so they fully believed it was over, and Sudlachenburg was safe. But you left and we did not know where you had gone. Sep 13 14:55:48 I'm going to kill you. I'm going to finish what I started, and beat you until you brains leak out Sep 13 14:56:10 Then you will not be able to get in touch with them. Sep 13 14:56:31 Oh, you will tell me.... I swear to Theus, you cannot endure what I will do to you and remain quiet Sep 13 14:56:40 * Edward shrugs Sep 13 14:57:04 I think it has all worked out well. You have a wife who all the nobility know was well-liked by His Grace. She will provide you legitimate heirs, and be a suitable Veisgrafin and Grafin. Sep 13 14:57:23 * Morgan steps back before turning to his father Sep 13 14:57:35 Did you know? Sep 13 14:57:52 *Adalbrecht shakes his head* No, I did not. Sep 13 14:58:03 * Morgan looks back to Edward Sep 13 14:58:21 No. I will not be your puppet. I'm going to speak to mother. Sep 13 14:58:25 Come on, brother. You can pick somewhere for Lina, Sabina, and Hans to live nearer by, there are several towns only a day away ideal to keep a mistress in. Sep 13 14:59:10 * Morgan launches himself at Edward, punching him square across the nose hard Sep 13 14:59:46 * Edward hits the ground, blood all over his face. He groans deeply Sep 13 15:00:04 Ad: That is enough, Morgan. Sep 13 15:00:21 Like hell it is. Not by a long shot. What it is is a start Sep 13 15:01:11 *Adalbrecht watches him* No. You have done enough. Edward is offering you a way to go forward. Sep 13 15:01:23 * Morgan looks at his father Sep 13 15:01:56 Then _you_ can go and explain this to my wife and yours, and watch their pain and disappointment. If you endorse this piece of shit, you can fucking carry his messages Sep 13 15:03:22 I have given you a command, as your Graf. No more violence. If that command is not followed, I will banish you. No man here, regardless of whose progeny he is, is above the law of the Graf. Is there an understanding between us? Sep 13 15:03:57 Oh yes. That HE is above the law... or that you allow his behaviour. That says much about you. Sep 13 15:04:04 * Morgan moves to the wall, pulling on the bell Sep 13 15:04:44 * a servant comes whilst Edward is still cleaning up. She bobs a curtsey* My Lord? Sep 13 15:04:51 Fetch my wife and my mother Sep 13 15:04:57 And bring Claudia Sep 13 15:06:41 *Neither of the others have much to say, and the women arrive quickly. Verity is automatically straight over to hug her younger son who has been absent for months. Molly is cautious, watching the scene. Claudia looks hopeful for the violence Adalbrecht has forbidden* Sep 13 15:07:10 * Morgan pulls his sword from the floor, sitting down with it across his lap, taking out a whetstone Sep 13 15:07:45 *Molly comes to kneel beside him* M: what is happening, liebes herz? Sep 13 15:08:10 Father. I believe I said you could explain this... bullshit. Sep 13 15:08:53 *Adalbrecht looks at them all* Dietlinde and Jana are still alive. Edward faked their deaths. Sep 13 15:09:04 After he told me he had them murdered Sep 13 15:09:24 * Morgan drags the whetstone along the blade Sep 13 15:09:51 *Claudia looks like an actual murder is going to take place. Verity looks disappointed in Edward. And Molly looks completely neutral* Sep 13 15:11:07 Ad: He has suggested Morgan finds them somewhere in a nearby town, and he can have her as a mistress. Oh, and there was, by my maths, a second child, a boy. Sep 13 15:11:22 * Morgan mutters Sep 13 15:11:27 So you and I are both about to have one son Sep 13 15:12:58 *Verity puts herself between Claudia and Edward, which does temper the angry blonde. Edward just stands still. Adalbrecht looks weary. Molly looks around* I think we all need some tea. I will find the servant. Sep 13 15:14:27 *She stands up, going to the door* Sep 13 15:15:00 Ad: Claudia, stand down. *but it is Morgan who Claudia looks to* Sep 13 15:15:11 * Morgan nods slightly Sep 13 15:15:19 Father, who would you say is Edwards best friend? Sep 13 15:15:38 *Molly quietly shuts the door behind her* Sep 13 15:15:50 Ad: Pottersdam Sep 13 15:16:02 * Morgan nods Sep 13 15:16:04 Duly noted Sep 13 15:16:22 She's not with Potts. Sep 13 15:16:51 * Morgan looks at Edward, before passing his sword to Claudia and rolling up his sleeves, showing burn scars Sep 13 15:17:51 Thats as maybe. But once I have done to him what you deserve, you will realise I am going to take _everything_ from you, and then you will tell me... or one of them will. Sep 13 15:18:58 I did not say I will not tell you. Kill me if you will, but I will have done the one thing I have always sworn to do; to protect Sudlachenburg. Sep 13 15:19:17 We'll see how others feel about that when word gets out. Sep 13 15:20:44 Your actions almost had us annexed several times over. Do you know what they would have done to your wife and daughter, what they would have done to Mother, before finally killing them? Sep 13 15:21:08 * Morgan reaches over, taking his sword back Sep 13 15:22:58 * Morgan looks at his father Sep 13 15:23:00 * Edward watches him Sep 13 15:23:05 I hope you're proud of what you've raised Sep 13 15:23:17 * Morgan stands up suddenly, moving towards the door Sep 13 15:23:31 Find out where they are. Then we will discuss punishment Sep 13 15:23:53 *There's a servant about to come in, a tapping outside* Sep 13 15:24:08 * Morgan pulls open the door Sep 13 15:49:24 *on the tray is two pots, a folded piece of paper, and in the top of a cup is a tri-metal dracheneisen ring, and the Sudlache ring Sep 13 15:50:41 * Morgan snatches up the rings and the piece of paper, opening it Sep 13 15:52:23 *it says: With best wishes for your future. My love to Varick. Goodbye, Morgan x* Sep 13 15:53:06 * Morgan roars with frustration, moving quickly and grabbing Edwards hair, wrenching his head and shoving the note in his face Sep 13 15:53:54 * Edward yelps, the note too close to read. Verity sounds very unhappy "Morgan, stop that!" Sep 13 15:54:12 * Morgan shoves him to the ground, throwing the note at him Sep 13 15:54:31 You've cost me my marriage... twice. I am going to take everything you have ever loved from you. Sep 13 15:54:47 * Morgan looks at his father before purposefully kicking his brother Sep 13 15:55:05 *This makes Verity cry* Sep 13 15:55:59 Ad: You were warned, Morgan. Sep 13 15:56:15 * Morgan holds out the Sudlache ring, dropping it Sep 13 15:57:00 Yes. I was warned that you would protect your duplicitous, treacherous son. Pray he doesn't get an eye for your title, god knows how far he will go to have it. Sep 13 15:57:56 Ad: Get out. I will not have my will disrespected by you again. Sep 13 15:58:14 * Morgan shrugs Sep 13 15:58:48 No, just by your favourite. Claudia, have HeinzHarold help me find Molly, then I want you to bring me Pottersdam Sep 13 15:59:59 *HH comes along the corridor, whistling. Verity is the first to him when he comes in, wrapping her arms around him and sobbing. Morgan can't recall ever seeing her cry like that. HH looks at them all "what th' fuck is going on?" Sep 13 16:00:55 Edward had the fire set. Spirited Dietlinde and Jana away from me. Now Molly is gone because of his actions. You and I need to find her. Sep 13 16:01:14 She's not with Potts! She's in Grenau with someone else. Sep 13 16:01:22 * Morgan turns Sep 13 16:01:47 I already know she's not with Pottersdam. I told you what I was going to do. Sep 13 16:02:26 *HH hugs Verity, half a mind on soothing her* where would Molly go? The only friend she has is Inga Sep 13 16:02:58 I don't know. If I can't find her, this place loses both its sons. Sep 13 16:03:04 * Morgan walks off looking for her Sep 13 16:05:47 *he spends hours looking, all the rooms he can think she might have thought to go in, then the unused parts of the house. The hours run on, ten... midnight... two... he's not finding her at all. Only her cloak is missing, everything else has been left behind, including Varick, asleep peacefully. Another parent lost to him. Sep 13 16:06:32 * Morgan sits on the steps, head in his hands at a total loss Sep 13 16:07:56 *the hours pass here too, until eventually it is light. HH comes to sit by him* Sep 13 16:08:00 * Edward is now known as HH Sep 13 16:08:19 I don't think she's coming back, man. Sep 13 16:08:59 I'm going to kill him. After I've taken everyone he cares about, I'm going to cut him open, show him his own heart, and then burn him Sep 13 16:09:10 * HH nods Sep 13 16:10:24 He deserves it. We're gonna reschedule the wedding, keep looking for any more signs by the shore Sep 13 16:10:37 * Morgan frowns, standing up Sep 13 16:10:41 I'm going to go look Sep 13 16:11:15 * HH nods, looking intent on going with him Sep 13 16:11:27 No, man. I'll go. Sep 13 16:11:44 * HH looks at him Sep 13 16:12:07 I know you want to, but if you find something... someone needs t' keep you safe. Sep 13 16:12:17 Ain't me thats gonna need keeping safe Sep 13 16:12:53 Promise? You won't do anything stupid? Sep 13 16:13:12 Too much to do for that Sep 13 16:13:23 * HH nods Sep 13 16:13:37 Got Dietlinde and the kids to think about now Sep 13 16:13:57 * Morgan frowns Sep 13 16:14:01 She'll have moved on by now Sep 13 16:15:13 No, 'eard Edward talking. He's been fakin' letters from you. She thinks all this was your idea, go into hiding, wait til it's blown over, then you go find her Sep 13 16:15:29 * Morgan grinds his teeth Sep 13 16:15:39 Has Claudia left? Sep 13 16:15:46 Yep Sep 13 16:15:56 * Morgan nods, looking grim Sep 13 16:16:06 I need to move before I get thrown off the estate Sep 13 16:16:40 Think yer Da has had a talkin' to. Sep 13 16:18:39 * HH hugs him "No matter what, I love you, man. An' Inga still will" Sep 13 16:19:34 * Morgan nods, letting go and moving off toward the Sudlache Sep 13 16:21:20 *it's not long past dawn, a time he would normally be out, often thinking of the wife and child he thought were dead all these years. He spots a flash of morning sunlight off something further down the shore* Sep 13 16:22:16 * Morgan picks up his pace Sep 13 16:24:16 *what it is is the dagger he had had made for her with both their family crests on it, stuck upright in the shingle shore, and looking ominously like a cross* Sep 13 16:25:06 * Morgan picks it up, looking out across the water Sep 13 16:25:47 *the Sudlache is quite still, shiny, and keeping whatever secrets it holds to itself* Sep 13 16:25:57 Where are you? Sep 13 16:26:30 *there's only the faintest hint of the wind blowing through the leaves* Sep 13 16:27:18 * Morgan starts moving further along the shore Sep 13 16:27:59 *there's no further signs of her at all, as if she is completely vanished* Sep 13 16:28:27 * Morgan heads back to where he found the dagger, picking up stones and hurling them into the water Sep 13 16:28:52 *one of them makes a sound like a tapping on a door* Sep 13 16:29:28 * Morgan frowns, throwing another rock at that spot Sep 13 16:33:54 *there's another knock, and he wakes up* Sep 13 16:34:57 * Morgan rubs his fingers together, willing a candle to light before calling out Sep 13 16:35:00 Who is it? Sep 13 16:36:02 *Molly wakes up at the light, frowning. It's about the time Morgan normally wakes* E: Edward. Sep 13 16:36:11 * Morgan sighs Sep 13 16:36:15 What do you want Edward Sep 13 16:36:22 * HH is now known as Edward Sep 13 16:36:25 To talk Sep 13 16:36:55 * Morgan sighs heavily Sep 13 16:37:04 Go get some coffee, I'll meet you in the library Sep 13 16:39:02 *his footsteps lead away* Sep 13 16:39:07 * Edward is now known as Molly Sep 13 16:39:20 * Molly watches him Sep 13 16:39:24 Do you need me? Sep 13 16:40:20 I could do with you taking the edge off the nightmare I had Sep 13 16:41:22 * Molly opens her arms to him Sep 13 16:41:38 * Morgan moves into them Sep 13 16:42:11 * Molly holds him, his neck prickles and his body settles a bit Sep 13 16:44:50 Do you want to tell me? Sep 13 16:45:49 later Sep 13 16:46:44 * Molly kisses his crown Sep 13 16:46:50 Alright, liebling Sep 13 16:47:54 I will be here if you need me Sep 13 16:48:47 * Morgan nods, climbing out of bed and getting dressed Sep 13 16:50:14 *he is very tender after their repeated enthusiastic love-making* Sep 13 16:51:34 Uhhh... can you do anything about this tenderness? Sep 13 16:53:29 What tenderness? Sep 13 16:54:11 * Morgan coughs, gesturing to his groin Sep 13 16:55:13 * Molly smiles Sep 13 16:55:51 Possibly, though I recall you saying I should not heal that for Heinzharold when he and Inga did it four times in a night Sep 13 16:56:31 Yes but... we were magically compelled so it wasn't really our choice... it was for your safety Sep 13 16:57:43 * Molly smiles Sep 13 16:58:22 That, my love, makes perfect sense, but if we had gone once more I think you would have to just suffer Sep 13 16:58:39 * Morgan nods Sep 13 16:58:45 That would have been gluttony Sep 13 16:58:54 * Molly smiles Sep 13 16:59:09 I am not sure I will be able to sit down easily Sep 13 16:59:39 I'm trying to feel bad about that Sep 13 17:00:02 * Molly nods, motioning for him to come to her Sep 13 17:00:17 * Morgan does Sep 13 17:01:02 * Molly takes his hand, and his neck prickles. There's a rush of tingling in his groin, not painful but not easing the tenderness Sep 13 17:01:46 Uhhhh, thats not... helping Sep 13 17:02:58 Mmhmm... I am trying to feel bad about that *the tingling stops and the tenderness lessens dramatically* Sep 13 17:03:18 You're as bad as I am Sep 13 17:03:28 Absolutely Sep 13 17:03:46 * Morgan nods Sep 13 17:03:48 I'd best get on Sep 13 17:04:17 Mmhmm... as you have already gotten off so much *she giggles* Sep 13 17:04:30 behave Sep 13 17:04:42 I can only try, mon petit chou Sep 13 17:06:10 * Morgan bends, kissing her briefly before straightening up and heading for the door to go find Edward Sep 13 17:06:20 * Molly is now known as Edward Sep 13 17:07:17 ACTION is in the library with coffee. He is wearing the same clothes from last night, looking tired and unshaven** Sep 13 17:07:17 * Received a CTCP from Edward (to #7thsea) Sep 13 17:08:19 * Morgan goes in and sits down, not waiting to be asked to Sep 13 17:09:26 * Edward pours coffee, pushing it across the desk Sep 13 17:14:18 * Edward rubs at his temples Sep 13 17:14:28 You're right. Sep 13 17:15:12 I want you to tell me something... and its going to hurt, no matter which way it goes. Is your reluctance to intervene with Joseff because of what you did to Dietlinde and Jana? Sep 13 17:15:46 * Edward gives the question appropriate thought Sep 13 17:17:02 A little, perhaps. I have resolved to live a better life more in line with the teachings of the church because Florrie was sent my way and to atone. Sep 13 17:18:03 * Morgan nods slightly Sep 13 17:18:04 Alright Sep 13 17:19:17 * Edward nods "I have been up all night praying on it" Sep 13 17:19:39 I can see that Sep 13 17:22:59 Thank you, brother, you are too kind (!) Sep 13 17:24:01 * Morgan looks at his brother for a moment before standing up, moving to him and hugging him hard Sep 13 17:24:55 * Edward hugs him hard too Sep 13 17:26:38 I do not like what is going to happen, but after everything he has been through he deserves his dignity, and if I must spend even more years in repentance for that choice then I will. Sep 13 17:27:05 * Morgan lets go, picking up his coffee Sep 13 17:27:32 Molly is not sure he will last that long anyway... but I do not believe Theus would hold an act of mercy against you Sep 13 17:29:28 * Edward shrugs "I am too tired to debate that with you" Sep 13 17:31:04 * Morgan nods Sep 13 17:31:16 So what do you want of me? Why do you want to talk? Sep 13 17:32:33 To tell you that I will do whatever is medical recommended to make his remaining time dignified Sep 13 17:33:57 Why? Why tell me? It is not my decision Sep 13 17:34:55 Because you brought the problem to me and I refused your solution. I am now telling you I approve it Sep 13 17:36:02 You would do that with a normal man in town where the outcome does not affect him? Sep 13 17:37:03 No, I would not Sep 13 17:37:15 Then, again.... Why? Sep 13 17:38:12 Because the outcome does affect you. He is your brother's father in law. And the herbal knowledge needed for this lays with your wife Sep 13 17:43:11 Then you need to talk to Molly Sep 13 17:44:40 * Edward nods Sep 13 17:45:11 I will. I want her to check how he is today. Sep 13 17:45:25 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Sep 13 17:46:15 * Edward rests his face in his hands, elbows on the desk Sep 13 17:46:41 If only our Lord talked back when we talked to him. Sep 13 17:48:04 That'd send the clergy into a frenzy Sep 13 17:49:17 * Edward nods Sep 13 17:49:43 It would. *he sighs* Mina should not know about it Sep 13 17:50:34 I agree. Part of the reason for it is so she does not see his decline reach its worst, but she would feel awful if she thought it her fault Sep 13 17:51:22 * Edward nods Sep 13 17:51:51 Better that she thinks of her Father's demise as easy and peaceful Sep 13 17:51:59 * Morgan nods Sep 13 17:52:40 * Edward nods Sep 13 17:53:36 I pray it is never a decision you have to make about shielding your own wife Sep 13 17:53:57 * Morgan nods Sep 13 17:54:31 Joseff is concerned for his soul... Sep 13 17:56:11 * Edward nods Sep 13 17:56:34 I have no intention of telling him the full details. Sep 13 17:58:35 Molly has spoken to him... he is fully aware of what is coming, but I don't know what she has told him about using herbs. I have let down Varick too much, and I was not willing to do it again Sep 13 17:58:52 * Edward nods Sep 13 17:59:19 I have been relying too much on your counsel and time whilst you have been here, I am sorry Sep 13 18:00:00 * Morgan shakes his head Sep 13 18:00:43 No, I could've managed my time better and still been of use to you Sep 13 18:01:17 * Edward sips his coffee Sep 13 18:01:52 I am not expecting to be asking much of you today, providing you can spare me your wife Sep 13 18:02:22 Shouldn't be an issue, providing she is willing Sep 13 18:04:17 * Edward nods Sep 13 18:04:41 What do you need from me to set at rest our conflict from yesterday? Sep 13 18:07:23 I'll deal with it. You need to go get changed and cleaned up Sep 13 18:07:57 * Edward nods Sep 13 18:08:20 I dread to think of the quiet disapproval I will receive up there Sep 13 18:08:48 She was too busy being angry at me to think about it Sep 13 18:09:38 Mina? Sep 13 18:09:49 Ah, no, Molly. Sep 13 18:10:12 Less than a week and I have already left her alone overnight Sep 13 18:10:30 Another night I have kept you from her Sep 13 18:10:42 * Edward shakes his head Sep 13 18:10:49 That is not how it is Sep 13 18:11:13 I disagree. Sep 13 18:12:52 Why is Molly angry with you? Sep 13 18:13:32 She felt I was being unreasonable not letting her heal me Sep 13 18:13:56 What happened? Sep 13 18:14:34 I was angry and frustrated and lashed out... I punched a wall a few times and ended up just sat in the snow Sep 13 18:15:09 * Edward nods Sep 13 18:15:51 Do you need me to leave you time to patch things up with her before the day properly starts? Or can you wait until quiet hour? Sep 13 18:16:59 No, we've dealt with it Sep 13 18:18:25 I am glad you have resolved your problems Sep 13 18:19:15 I'm more concerned about mother... Sep 13 18:19:26 Why? Sep 13 18:20:39 Because she's sharp as a tack and was very obviously aware of the tension last night... and the injury to my hand Sep 13 18:20:49 Ccdgfgd Sep 13 18:23:51 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Sep 13 18:30:52 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Sep 13 18:30:55 * MollyK is now known as Edward Sep 13 18:31:03 What do you suggest? Sep 13 18:32:43 I'm going to be the big brother and take the brunt of it Sep 13 18:36:39 We could say it was horseplay and male pride got wounded Sep 13 18:37:42 * Morgan looks at him seriously Sep 13 18:37:47 You would lie to mother? Sep 13 18:38:48 I lied to Father to protect the information about you swiving your wife on the road towards Zweibrucke, so yes Sep 13 18:39:37 But this... is important I think. I will be honest, without telling her everything Sep 13 18:40:46 * Edward nods Sep 13 18:40:55 I will follow your lead Sep 13 18:41:09 Though I think the best way to deal with it is overcome that division, and obviously Sep 13 18:41:24 * Edward nods Sep 13 18:42:35 Let me see to Mina and speak to Molly, then I am at your liberty Sep 13 18:42:46 * Morgan nods Sep 13 18:43:02 Once I have played with Varick for a while, you and I are going to the lake. Sep 13 18:43:31 Wonderful (!) Sep 13 18:43:48 * Morgan looks at him seriously Sep 13 18:44:38 You will be carrying on a tradition. It is imperative that you learn to swim, but before that can happen, you must learn how to be _safe_. That is what I will teach you. Sep 13 18:45:57 * Edward nods, finishing his coffee before standing Sep 13 18:46:24 Alright Sep 13 18:48:32 * Morgan downs his coffee Sep 13 18:48:36 I need to see HeinzHarold Sep 13 18:51:39 * Edward is now known as HH Sep 13 18:52:25 * HH is helping Varick get dressed, and from Morgan's own bedroom next door there is a lot of giggling Sep 13 18:53:08 I dread to think what they're talking about, though I suspect I know Sep 13 18:55:51 * HH grins Sep 13 18:56:00 Cert'ly sounds like it Sep 13 18:56:25 * Morgan scoops up Varick, cuddling him for a minute before putting him back down Sep 13 18:56:49 $Need to ask you something. Gonna sound stupid, but need you to answer$ Sep 13 18:57:10 V: *he starts doing his boots* Sep 13 18:57:35 $dont worry man, size doesn't matter$ Sep 13 18:57:57 * Morgan frowns at him Sep 13 18:58:09 $serious. Had a nightmare, need your help getting over it Sep 13 18:58:23 $go on$ Sep 13 18:58:45 $You saw their bodies. Was definitely them?$ Sep 13 19:00:22 **its a blessing he isn't holding anything because the pained, harrowed look on his face implies whatever it was would have been dropped** Sep 13 19:00:38 $As sure as I can be, yeah$ Sep 13 19:00:57 * HH takes his flask out, drinking some Sep 13 19:01:03 $I'm sorry. Really hard nightmare$ Sep 13 19:01:35 * HH nods, handing it over Sep 13 19:01:47 * Morgan drinks some, handing it back Sep 13 19:02:47 * HH drinks again before closing it Sep 13 19:09:44 $fucking hell man. We need to go talk?$ Sep 13 19:11:33 $No. Just a nightmare$ Sep 13 19:13:05 * HH nods. Varick is talking up a storm about building a den Sep 13 19:14:50 * HH just looks plain zoned out during the chatter Sep 13 19:15:18 $You need to go to Inga$ Sep 13 19:16:35 * HH doesn't even notice it Sep 13 19:16:45 * Morgan nudges him Sep 13 19:16:55 $Go to Inga$ Sep 13 19:17:16 * HH shakes his head $I'm okay$ Sep 13 19:18:12 $My friend, I love you. It wasn't a question, it was an instruction. Go get some cuddles, from your wife and mine$ Sep 13 19:18:33 * HH nods, walking through Sep 13 19:18:38 * HH is now known as Varick Sep 13 19:18:57 Oh, I thought he might want to build a den with us Sep 13 19:19:31 He just needs a cuddle from Inga. So its just me and you for a bit Sep 13 19:19:52 What about Mama? Sep 13 19:20:40 I think she's going to help HeinzHarold too Sep 13 19:21:04 * Varick gets his boot on Sep 13 19:21:10 Can we build a den? Sep 13 19:22:00 We can certainly try Sep 13 19:23:03 Will uncle Edward let us? He is the Freiarr now, like me Sep 13 19:24:44 I reckon so.. and if we do it well, it'll be easy to take down if he doesn't like it... when we live at Haefenlor, we'll build a proper one that stays, alright? Sep 13 19:25:37 Yeah! Will that be our home til I'm a man? Sep 13 19:25:54 * Morgan frowns briefly Sep 13 19:26:11 If I have to take over in Sudlachenburg, we'll move there... but otherwise, yes Sep 13 19:26:41 That's if grandpa dies? Sep 13 19:27:19 * Morgan nods Sep 13 19:30:20 I don't want that Sep 13 19:31:30 No, nor do I Sep 13 19:48:31 * Varick has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Sep 13 19:48:48 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Sep 13 19:49:06 [liebes herz, are you alright?!] Sep 13 19:50:21 [Yes, I am] Sep 13 19:52:21 [you are sure? Heinzharold says you were asking if he was sure it was them he buried] Sep 13 19:52:55 [Rough nightmare, thats all] Sep 13 19:53:04 Now, are we having breakfast before start? Sep 13 19:53:52 *Varick nods, bounding along in that direction* Sep 13 19:54:14 * Morgan follows him Sep 13 19:54:14 [can I reassure him you do not think they might still be alive?] Sep 13 19:55:06 [Yes. It was a stupid question, I know they are at rest] Sep 13 19:56:40 [Alright liebling.] Sep 13 19:58:51 *Adalbrecht, Verity, Christopher, Jarvie, Grendlik, Claudia, DeeDee, and Wonks are already drinking coffee and chatting at the table. Varick goes to hug Verity then Jarvie, and then her bump* Sep 13 20:01:21 * Morgan pours himself some coffee, sitting down Sep 13 20:02:04 *they are given food, and there's chatter. Verity speaks quietly to Morgan* Sep 13 20:02:09 * MollyK is now known as Verity Sep 13 20:02:23 Is everything alright this morning, dear boy? Sep 13 20:02:52 * Morgan nods Sep 13 20:02:54 Yes mother Sep 13 20:03:32 Where is Edward? Sep 13 20:03:57 He's with Mina, getting himself ready for the day Sep 13 20:06:04 * Verity nods Sep 13 20:06:14 Have my dear boys fallen out? Sep 13 20:06:29 We did, yes. But we've dealt with it now Sep 13 20:07:17 * Verity nods Sep 13 20:07:31 You had hurt your hand, is that better now? Sep 13 20:07:43 A little, its still sore Sep 13 20:08:25 Is Molly tending to you? Sep 13 20:08:58 She's cleaned and bandaged it, yes Sep 13 20:09:07 * Verity nods Sep 13 20:09:27 I am glad you have made up again Sep 13 20:09:41 * Morgan nods Sep 13 20:11:28 *Inga and HH join them a few minutes later, Mina too* Sep 13 20:14:43 * Morgan watches them Sep 13 20:17:18 *HH looks okay, quite relaxed. Inga is staying close. Mina is courtly and charming as Lady of the house Sep 13 20:32:24 * Verity has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Sep 13 20:34:12 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Sep 13 20:40:24 * Morgan sips his coffee, keeping an eye on Varick Sep 13 20:46:19 *Varick is discussing the den with Adalbrecht who is giving advice, and DeeDee and Wonks are chiming in* Sep 13 20:46:59 * Morgan sits quietly, drinking his coffee Sep 13 20:47:06 *another twenty minutes passes whilst they eat. Neither Molly nor Edward appears* Sep 13 20:48:12 [are you alright?] Sep 13 20:50:29 [He is already much worse today. He can barely walk] Sep 13 20:51:17 [Do either of you need me? Or Mina?] Sep 13 20:52:58 [no, but I'm going to be doing some magic, so do not be alarmed] Sep 13 20:53:17 [alright] Sep 13 20:53:28 [if you feel faint, I need to know immediately] Sep 13 20:54:08 [for the sake of your poor plums, I hope not!] Sep 13 20:54:23 [me too] Sep 13 20:54:59 [Are you taking Edward swimming?] *his neck prickles* Sep 13 20:55:13 [yes] Sep 13 20:56:28 [I will be staying here, and I think Mina ought to as well] Sep 13 20:57:05 [It could be today?] Sep 13 20:59:19 [it could be... that depends on how much action I am to take... there's a reasonable degree of pain I have removed, but it could still be days without intervention ... it is so tough to know] Sep 13 21:00:11 [Have you discussed it with Edward?] Sep 13 21:01:47 [that herbs can be given yes, but not the magical harm] Sep 13 21:03:05 [I see] Sep 13 21:04:59 [He agrees that mercy must be shown, but we have agreed to wait and see for now] Sep 13 21:05:46 [alright] Sep 13 21:06:35 [Go and enjoy your time, my love, I have everything in hand] Sep 13 21:06:56 * Morgan looks at Varick Sep 13 21:06:58 Ready? Sep 13 21:07:18 * MollyK is now known as Varick Sep 13 21:08:33 * Varick nods, taking toast with him. He seems familiar with the grounds now, taking Morgan to a good spot with lots of sticks and small fallen trees Sep 13 21:09:56 mmmm.... Aye, this looks good Sep 13 21:11:09 * Varick has an elaborate plan, and it requires Morgan being given detailed instructions. The plan is not going to work, but Varick really wants him to do it Sep 13 21:11:36 Do you have any ideas for if some of it doesn't work? Sep 13 21:12:11 * Varick shakes his head Sep 13 21:12:16 No Papa Sep 13 21:12:31 I think there might be a couple of issues Sep 13 21:14:25 * Varick sighs Sep 13 21:14:56 I don't know how to do any of this, Papa, I'm just a small boy! Sep 13 21:15:47 Its good practice... you have an idea, a vision of what you want, but you're accepting advice from people who might have extra knowledge. Thats a good thing Sep 13 21:16:56 * Varick nods Sep 13 21:17:04 Will you help me? Sep 13 21:17:21 Always. Sep 13 21:18:25 * Morgan sets about explaining how to start building the den Sep 13 21:21:05 ACTION follows his instructions, working hard but also enjoying the process. It's hard to remember the last time he really had so much time with Varick, time where there wasn't duties or travel or watches on the ship. This hour they spend doing this is nice, it is more like the life he wants Varick and all his children to have at Hafenlohr, a time Sep 13 21:21:05 that still seems so far away when Capperlucia stands between them and settling down Sep 13 21:22:48 I'm sorry we haven't had as much time together as we wanted Sep 13 21:33:11 * Varick has quit (Ping Timeout) Sep 13 21:47:32 * MollyK (~igloo@31.185.35.52) has joined Sep 13 21:47:33 * MollyK is now known as Varick Sep 13 21:47:56 It's okay, Papa. You are a Busy Man and my daddy was a Busy Man too Sep 13 21:49:05 There's a lot going on Sep 13 21:49:27 * Varick nods Sep 13 21:50:04 Where is Mama? Sep 13 21:50:29 You know auntie Mina's daddy isn't very well? She's helping him Sep 13 21:50:48 Is he going to die soon? Sep 13 21:52:39 We think so, yes Sep 13 21:53:34 Will he be a ghost? Sep 13 21:54:13 I don't know... I can never predict that Sep 13 21:54:54 * Varick nods, putting on more sticks Sep 13 21:55:08 I dreamt you died and were a ghost Sep 13 21:56:02 Oh? Sep 13 21:56:44 The ice monster got you on the way here, and you hurt your head and died Sep 13 21:57:03 Ah... I see. Sep 13 21:57:27 But you stayed to be a ghost and talk to me Sep 13 21:58:15 * Morgan nods Sep 13 21:58:18 Was I still funny? Sep 13 21:58:41 Only like now Sep 13 21:59:57 I'm funny now Sep 13 22:00:27 Ok Papa. Sep 13 22:00:37 You don't think I'm funny? Sep 13 22:00:42 * Varick is smiling slyly. It's very much like HH Sep 13 22:00:57 * Morgan lunges, tickling him Sep 13 22:01:03 You little monster Sep 13 22:01:40 * Varick puts his arms up in the air and growls "I'm big monster, grrrr!" Sep 13 22:02:21 * Morgan picks him up, throwing him in the air then catching him Sep 13 22:05:58 * Varick shrieks with laughter. For the briefest moment he can almost smell that September morning in the garden of his cottage, almost smell that scent of Jana, and lily of the valley and lavender as he had picked her up to play like this in the final few hours of her life Sep 13 22:07:03 * Morgan does it again, catching him once more Sep 13 22:11:26 *the smell of burning wood comes as it often does when he remembers that day. It had been the next day, HH previously said, before he could get in safely to find them and retrieve them for burial. Eighteen hours in that blaze, it is no wonder HH couldn't be perfectly sure of his identification, and no wonder he looked so harrowed by the memory of Sep 13 22:11:27 it Sep 13 22:12:15 * Morgan cuddles the boy, holding him tight Sep 13 22:12:36 It's okay, I didn't think you would drop me Sep 13 22:13:05 I know. I just felt a bit sad about missing Jana Sep 13 22:13:18 * Varick hugs him tight Sep 13 22:13:43 I bet she is playing in heaven, Papa Sep 13 22:13:58 * Morgan nods Sep 13 22:14:01 I imagine so Sep 13 22:14:33 Here comes Uncle Edward! We aren't finished! Sep 13 22:14:58 * Morgan glances round Sep 13 22:15:23 *Edward has a bag over his shoulder and a picnic basket Sep 13 22:16:00 E: Is Varick coming with us? Sep 13 22:16:52 Got enough towels? Sep 13 22:17:11 E: Molly packed it. Sep 13 22:17:38 * Morgan nods, looking at Varick Sep 13 22:17:43 Want to come swim in the lake? Sep 13 22:18:13 * Varick nods Sep 13 22:18:18 Yes! Sep 13 22:19:56 * Morgan nods Sep 13 22:19:59 Come on then Sep 13 22:20:33 * Varick walks beside Edward Sep 13 22:20:43 When will Florrie live here? Sep 13 22:21:19 We don't know what the future holds Sep 13 22:21:34 *Edward sighs* I do not think she will. She needs to be with her Mother Sep 13 22:22:34 * Varick looks at them both "Why can't Alice come too? She is nice, she could be your Good Friend" Sep 13 22:23:23 * Morgan glances at Edward Sep 13 22:24:07 *Edward smiles slightly* No, my wife would not like that. I do not want any Good Friends. Sep 13 22:25:12 * Varick ponders this "What about two wives? In a book I saw there was a man with two wives" Sep 13 22:26:01 E: That would be bigamy, which is both against the law and an affront to God. Sep 13 22:26:40 * Morgan flinches slightly Sep 13 22:29:18 Oh... then you would have two people telling you to tidy your room! Sep 13 22:30:28 That wouldn't be good Sep 13 22:31:41 No... *he looks at Morgan* how can you have two wives but it not be Big Ammi? Sep 13 22:32:40 You can't Sep 13 22:34:06 E: It is that you cannot have them at the same time. You can only be married to one person at once Sep 13 22:34:11 * Varick nods Sep 13 22:34:37 Oh, okay. I could have six wives if they take it in turns? Sep 13 22:35:09 E: *he smiles slightly, watching the path ahead* Sep 13 22:35:14 I don't think it works like that Sep 13 22:35:59 If my marriages all got annulled I could. Then God says they didn't happen at all. Sep 13 22:37:03 Too much paperwork Sep 13 22:38:51 Okay Papa. I'll just have one human wife, one cat wife, and one wolf wife Sep 13 22:39:15 We'll see, yes? Sep 13 22:39:16 *Edward glances at Morgan* Sep 13 22:40:14 My cat wife and my human wife will be friends. That will be easier Sep 13 22:40:55 Won't the wolf wife chase the cat wife? Sep 13 22:41:34 The wolf wife is going to have to live outside. She might eat the other wives Sep 13 22:41:57 Mmm, good point Sep 13 22:42:34 But I will want to run with her when I am a wolf, and my human wife and my cat wife can't run that fast Sep 13 22:42:53 E: So why do you need a cat wife? Sep 13 22:43:14 * Varick looks at him seriously "Everyone loves cats, Uncle Edward." Sep 13 22:43:34 *Edward looks at Morgan, trying not to laugh* Sep 13 22:43:59 * Morgan nods Sep 13 22:44:02 Can't argue with that Sep 13 22:45:42 Sorry, Papa, you only get a human wife, but you could get a pet cat Sep 13 22:46:02 My dog mightn't like that Sep 13 22:48:14 E: I wonder if I should get a pet... Sep 13 22:49:14 Perhaps a cat... short haired... Sep 13 22:50:47 We should have brought Adalbrecht the cat for Uncle Edward! Sep 13 22:51:09 *Edward looks puzzled* A cat called Adalbrecht? Sep 13 22:51:40 No, Lady Torrington needed him for company Sep 13 22:52:33 E: why is it called that? Sep 13 22:53:26 He needed a good, strong name, full of honour and pride... Sep 13 22:54:37 It's because it's Eisen and silly. Sep 13 22:54:47 *Edward laughs* Sep 13 22:54:49 * Morgan sniffs Sep 13 22:54:50 Or that Sep 13 22:55:08 E: Yet it is your middle name... Sep 13 22:55:21 Thats how I know its so silly Sep 13 22:55:45 Mama says she laughed the first time she heard it Sep 13 22:56:23 * Morgan nods Sep 13 22:57:19 E: To your face? Sep 13 22:57:24 * Morgan nods Sep 13 22:58:51 E: You must have been fond of her to allow that Sep 13 22:59:39 * Morgan nods Sep 13 22:59:54 I don't think you understand how fundamentally she changed me Sep 13 23:00:56 * Varick giggles "He thought Mama was sooooooooo pretty!" Sep 13 23:01:10 So do uncle Edwards friends Sep 13 23:01:42 E: That's because they all came back from the War with their eyes. Sep 13 23:02:52 They were busy telling anyone who would listen in the town Sep 13 23:03:03 I don't think Mama wants to be their Good Friend though Sep 13 23:03:31 E: *he shrugs* It does no harm Sep 13 23:03:38 No, she doesn't Sep 13 23:06:00 * Varick continues on towards the lake, to the same spot as before. Time is taken to all get on their swimming breeches. Morgan can see some nail marks on Edward's back Sep 13 23:06:38 * Morgan wears a shirt as usual before wading into the water Sep 13 23:09:08 * Varick is straight in, gasping and laughing about the cold before starting to swim Sep 13 23:09:17 * Varick is now known as Edward Sep 13 23:09:35 * Edward watches the water with unconcealed wariness Sep 13 23:10:03 * Morgan wades out to just under chest depth before concentrating for a moment, warming the water around himself Sep 13 23:10:14 Edward. I will keep you safe, I swear. Come to me Sep 13 23:11:48 *Varick swims to Morgan then shouts* Papa! You peed in here! Sep 13 23:12:05 No... I cheated and made it warm Sep 13 23:12:15 * Edward starts laughing, slowly putting his feet in Sep 13 23:12:43 V: But now we will never know, because you could pee and just say it was magic Sep 13 23:13:23 I could, yes Sep 13 23:14:25 This is freezing! Sep 13 23:14:44 Its... better from your point of view here Sep 13 23:15:05 * Edward grumbles Sep 13 23:15:13 Bloody water. Sep 13 23:15:22 No... fairly clear Sep 13 23:16:05 * Edward gets deeper, to his knees, inhaling sharply Sep 13 23:16:14 Why did I agree to this?! Sep 13 23:16:31 Because you wish to honour your father in law and make your wife happy Sep 13 23:17:04 * Edward mutters under his breath Sep 13 23:17:28 *Varick meanwhile is swimming around like a little fish* Sep 13 23:18:42 * Morgan watches him as he waits for Edward Sep 13 23:19:20 * Edward eventually gets as deeper as Morgan, but that wariness Morgan has in forests is the same as on Edward's face now Sep 13 23:20:13 Right... I'm going to do something to show you what I'm going to teach you. I'm not going to touch you Sep 13 23:20:23 * Edward nods, shivering Sep 13 23:20:52 * Morgan leans back, just bobbing on the surface of the water, concentrating on heating the water again Sep 13 23:21:49 * Morgan does this for a few moments before standing back up Sep 13 23:22:30 * Edward is grimacing Sep 13 23:24:26 The waters warm. Its like a bath. I'm going to support you in the water, so... you are going to need to trust me Sep 13 23:24:45 * Edward grimaces harder Sep 13 23:25:03 I'd prefer being punched in the face. Sep 13 23:25:16 * Morgan looks hurt before looking towards Varick Sep 13 23:26:51 Not to trusting you, to lying down in this! Sep 13 23:27:29 * Morgan nods, putting a hand to the back of Edwards neck Sep 13 23:28:24 * Edward nods a little Sep 13 23:28:35 Let's get this done Sep 13 23:29:35 * Morgan nods, helping him to lean back into the water, holding his head and under his back to keep him afloat before speaking in an even tone Sep 13 23:31:02 *it's bizarre, whereas most people feel lighter in water he seems to feel heavier Sep 13 23:31:28 I visited Queen Elaine years ago... she has this bath thats easily ten feet long. Nice calm, warm water, plenty of space to just... bob along quietly Sep 13 23:32:49 * Edward looks at him Sep 13 23:32:59 You bathed with a queen? Sep 13 23:33:54 God no, she's a venomous harridan who is a complete tyrant and looks a bit like an overripe apple Sep 13 23:34:48 * Edward laughs Sep 13 23:35:57 *he still doesn't feel to be floating easily Sep 13 23:36:49 This tension.. you need to let it go Sep 13 23:38:26 * Edward looks up at the sky Sep 13 23:38:45 You have never nearly drowned, and it shows Sep 13 23:39:10 Because I float, I learned how... close your eyes Sep 13 23:39:53 * Edward looks resistant but does it anyway Sep 13 23:41:30 Roll top bath it was... you should get one. I can imagine you laying there, years from now, relaxed, warm, content, the only sound your child splashing around at the other end of the bath... hear it? Sep 13 23:41:58 No... Sep 13 23:42:08 * Morgan looks over at Varick Sep 13 23:42:38 *Varick has a frog in his hand* Sep 13 23:43:59 Ah... clearly they are sitting at the far end with a toy frog... happy Sep 13 23:44:26 * Edward frowns a little but tries to focus Sep 13 23:44:56 Varick... do a favour for uncle Edward, and swim about a bit? Sep 13 23:45:17 *Varick obliges Sep 13 23:45:31 Now you hear it.... Sep 13 23:45:40 Yes Sep 13 23:47:50 All that work, finally paying off. Mina's downstairs, changing the youngest while you're meant to be bathing your oldest, just relaxing, listening to the splashing of your child, nothing to worry about, utterly _safe_ Sep 13 23:49:12 * Edward is smiling slightly, he feels a little less heavy Sep 13 23:53:19 You're totally at ease, the water holds no fear for you. You mastered it a long time ago, floating effortlessly. Your children have taken to the water like ducks, your comfort helping them to be at ease afloat, your oldest learning to bob along in the water from you at an early age, laughing as they float along, watching the blue skies Sep 13 23:54:13 * Edward nods slightly, starting to float easier Sep 13 23:54:54 * Morgan eases his support slightly, adjusting to Edwards floating Sep 13 23:56:13 * Edward doesn't seem to notice Sep 13 23:57:53 You're happy here, in your bath with your little one splashing about. All thats left to do this evening once you have finished relaxing here is to put the children to bed, read their stories, and join Mina in front of the fireplace, your life overflowing with love, danger long banished from your life, nothing to threaten you, just this peaceful, quiet happiness Sep 13 23:59:31 * Edward nods a little again, again floating more