**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Oct 12 00:08:54 2022 Oct 12 00:08:54 * Verity has quit (Ping Timeout) Oct 12 01:32:45 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Oct 12 01:38:14 * MollyK has quit (Ping Timeout) Oct 12 02:33:02 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Oct 12 02:33:27 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Oct 12 09:19:31 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Oct 12 11:28:29 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Oct 12 13:07:51 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Oct 12 13:51:16 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Oct 12 13:51:36 * MollyK is now known as Verity Oct 12 13:52:30 But you will be back, before the summer comes, and then you and Molly and Varick will have your lovely new house to decorate Oct 12 13:53:30 * Morgan nods Oct 12 13:53:44 I'm going to ask Alice to visit, so you can all meet Florrie Oct 12 13:55:02 I look forward to it. I shall knit her some things too? She will look sweet in them. Some things in light pink and yellow, to suit her colouring. Oct 12 13:55:19 * Morgan smiles Oct 12 13:55:31 Something with flowers. She very much loves tending her plants and flowers Oct 12 13:55:40 * Verity , having not even seen Florrie yet, can only be guessing at this from memories of the little girl she did not knit for Oct 12 13:56:05 Flowers. I shall do that, dear boy Oct 12 13:58:31 * Morgan looks at her seriously Oct 12 13:58:36 I know you're all going to find seeing her difficult Oct 12 14:00:11 We are going to do our best for her Oct 12 14:01:02 I know. She can seem a little mercurial, but it takes her some time to get used to you Oct 12 14:03:01 She is very dear to you, isn't she? Oct 12 14:03:14 * Morgan nods Oct 12 14:03:20 I love her very much Oct 12 14:04:15 * Verity smiles Oct 12 14:04:27 You are a natural father Oct 12 14:04:51 * Morgan shrugs Oct 12 14:05:01 Perhaps. Oct 12 14:05:31 * Verity smiles Oct 12 14:06:33 I look forward to seeing you and your children in the years ahead. Perhaps I will even live to see my great-grandchildren Oct 12 14:07:03 I hope so Oct 12 14:07:52 As do I. It could be as little as ten years away, should Varick marry young Oct 12 14:08:44 We'll have to wait and see... he has phases of deciding he's never going to be married, girls are yucky, I believe was the word he used Oct 12 14:09:24 * Verity smiles Oct 12 14:09:41 Yes, I recall Edward saying similar at his age Oct 12 14:10:41 * Morgan nods Oct 12 14:11:48 He has much to learn and deal with before that becomes a concern yet Oct 12 14:12:29 You were more ambivalent than disgusted. A wife was necessary to the future and prosperity of Sudlachenburg, and so one day you would have a match made and do your duty... Oct 12 14:13:23 * Morgan hangs his head Oct 12 14:13:30 Rather messed that up didn't I Oct 12 14:13:46 * Verity shakes her head Oct 12 14:14:28 You would not have thrived in such a marriage, I understand that now. In that, you are more like your Father than the men who came before him Oct 12 14:15:02 I've never considered we had that much in common Oct 12 14:16:05 You have his gentle respect for women, and his love of family. Oct 12 14:16:57 * Morgan nods Oct 12 14:19:12 Edward is more like him, but also more like your Gradfather Oct 12 14:19:30 I am more like Penn, apprently Oct 12 14:21:34 In his adherence to social rules? Oct 12 14:21:47 * Verity nods Oct 12 14:22:14 Edward can be very firm, and unyielding. You are more appreciative of nuance Oct 12 14:22:53 I think he has become a little more flexible in that Oct 12 14:24:00 * Verity nods Oct 12 14:24:17 You are more like both your uncle Oct 12 14:24:22 Uncles* Oct 12 14:25:16 You think so? Oct 12 14:27:49 * Verity nods Oct 12 14:28:50 You are practical and pragmatic like Hans, and have Christopher's unconventionality Oct 12 14:29:03 * Morgan nods Oct 12 14:29:06 That makes sense I suppose Oct 12 14:30:27 Edward is not as similar to them. It is a shame you did not get to know Hans as an adult Oct 12 14:31:14 * Morgan nods Oct 12 14:31:19 I was just thinking that very same thing Oct 12 14:33:13 I used to wonder what would have happened had he been here, would you have gone to him for advice about the situation with Dietlinde... maybe he might have talked you around Oct 12 14:34:07 I doubt it mother. Oct 12 14:35:27 * Verity nods Oct 12 14:35:52 He would have been devestated at how Alarice turned out Oct 12 14:36:52 * Morgan nods Oct 12 14:39:08 It is a horrible situation Oct 12 14:40:18 * Verity nods Oct 12 14:40:39 I think he would approve of Grendlik. We are all becoming fond of him Oct 12 14:41:42 * Morgan nods before smiling Oct 12 14:41:49 He's a good man Oct 12 14:42:41 * Verity nods Oct 12 14:42:55 Our expanding family is a good one Oct 12 14:43:23 * Morgan nods Oct 12 14:43:25 I believe so, yes Oct 12 14:45:38 * Verity smiles Oct 12 14:45:56 It is a relief to have the three of you well-matched and settled Oct 12 14:47:10 I'm sure once I have older children I will understand that feeling Oct 12 14:47:24 * Verity nods Oct 12 14:47:49 Very much so. Though I do hope some of your children will not need to move away Oct 12 14:48:49 It will be easier, with the mirrors Oct 12 14:49:05 * Verity smiles Oct 12 14:49:32 Will you have time to show Christopher and I how to work them before you go? Oct 12 14:50:04 I will make time. Its not difficult at all Oct 12 14:51:44 I am glad. It will be so nice to keep in touch, but I do hope you will visit us often Oct 12 14:52:15 We won't be too far away once we're back in Eisen. Haefenlor is only a day away from Sudlachenburg Oct 12 14:52:57 * Verity nods Oct 12 14:53:34 I would imagine you will find it hard to tear yourself away from it there Oct 12 14:54:45 Perhaps. It is a nice place Oct 12 14:55:46 It will be a wonderful family home for your all for many years, I hope Oct 12 14:56:50 I imagine so. Lots of open ground to run and play and practice Oct 12 14:57:00 * Verity nods Oct 12 14:57:35 An ideal place for a family of eleven Oct 12 14:58:09 Until its time to come home, yes Oct 12 14:59:22 * Verity nods Oct 12 15:00:33 And if, Theus forbid, your Father passes before I, I will happily stay to help with the children. Much as I could go back to Foxcroft, my heart is in Eisen after all these years. Oct 12 15:01:36 * Morgan nods the time I spent in Avalon made me realise that Eisen is my home. Oct 12 15:03:22 * Verity nods Oct 12 15:03:43 I imagine that Molly will eventually feel that too Oct 12 15:04:49 I think perhaps she already does. Have you heard her speak Avalonian recently? Edward pointed out after we left the Eisenfursts house that she has developed an Eisen accent Oct 12 15:05:46 * Verity smiles Oct 12 15:06:12 A few times, yes. I would imagine that is pleasing for you? Oct 12 15:06:52 It is quite a sweet accent Oct 12 15:09:04 I will be interested to see how you and Molly are after your trip. There is much change between you since Heinzharold's wedding Oct 12 15:09:21 How so? Oct 12 15:11:34 You seem much closer. Your Father did mention that there had been some changes whilst you were in Fischler, but I have seen it since you have been back Oct 12 15:11:56 * Morgan nods Oct 12 15:12:23 Thanks to father I became aware of the fact that Molly was not aware of quite how much I love her. I have made efforts to address that misconception Oct 12 15:12:35 * Verity nods Oct 12 15:13:13 You have a natural reserve, and that is like your Father and Grandfather Oct 12 15:14:22 * Morgan nods Oct 12 15:14:48 I find it difficult to be particularly expressive Oct 12 15:15:19 * Verity nods Oct 12 15:15:39 As long as she knows how you feel Oct 12 15:16:03 * Morgan nods Oct 12 15:16:16 She does. She didn't, but I have put that right Oct 12 15:17:24 * Verity nods Oct 12 15:17:48 I think she is going to be a good Grafin for you Oct 12 15:18:34 * Morgan nods Oct 12 15:18:37 I agree Oct 12 15:19:43 Where is Molly? Oct 12 15:25:44 * Verity has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Oct 12 15:44:13 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Oct 12 15:44:29 * MollyK is now known as Verity Oct 12 15:45:58 [15:07:14] Verity: Where is Molly? Oct 12 15:48:02 She's gone into town to pick a few things up for me Oct 12 15:48:42 On her own? Oct 12 15:49:16 * Morgan smiles Oct 12 15:49:26 She's quite capable of keeping herself safe mother Oct 12 15:49:32 [are you alright blossom?] Oct 12 15:50:43 * Verity nods Oct 12 15:50:58 Whatever you think best, dear boy Oct 12 15:51:39 [I am, yes. Simply contemplating what interesting thing you might have in mind for all this leather!] Oct 12 15:52:03 I _may_ have done some snooping a few days ago... its remarkably safe here Oct 12 15:52:13 * Verity nods Oct 12 15:52:30 That is clever of you Oct 12 15:54:14 * Morgan shrugs Oct 12 15:54:37 I just wanted to get an idea of what Edward was facing... Oct 12 15:54:47 [nothing so exciting as you might be imagining young lady] Oct 12 15:55:22 You are good to him Oct 12 15:55:47 * Morgan shrugs Oct 12 15:55:54 Just trying to be the brother I should always have been Oct 12 15:57:22 [I was thinking something like... *she send him the image of her naked save for an intricate brown leather body harness, straps, buckles and shiny rings crisscrossing her skin, and down onto her thighs*] Oct 12 15:57:34 You are too hard on yourself Oct 12 15:58:29 No, I don't think so mother. I have realised my part in all of this, thats all Oct 12 15:58:52 [I _may_ be able to come up with something like that from what's left, if that is of interest to you] Oct 12 15:59:00 It is all done now Oct 12 15:59:26 [only if it would arouse you, mon petit chou] Oct 12 16:00:56 I suppose so Oct 12 16:01:46 You have a new life now Oct 12 16:02:31 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:02:40 Yes, I do. A very busy one Oct 12 16:05:16 Do not forget to live though, dear boy. When all is said and done, what will matter is the moments of joy and comfort. All the tasks of running a Grafdom will be forgotten, but the time with Molly and your children will be treasured Oct 12 16:06:40 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:07:03 I have already taken Edwards advice and put a few people in place to take some of the workload of the other ventures Oct 12 16:07:36 * Verity nods Oct 12 16:08:08 A Grafdom might look like it is all the work of one man, but it is really the work of a huge team of people Oct 12 16:08:24 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:09:11 The problem I face in Gottkirchen is that I have no-one there I trust yet... though Karlsruhe has agreed to be my sheriff, and I'm going to see if he'd work as my overseer instead Oct 12 16:10:54 Edward told me about Karlsruhe's mercenaries and how they were being disbanded. He thought they were all good men. Why not invite the rest to help you run Gottkirchen? Oct 12 16:12:47 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:12:51 That might be an idea Oct 12 16:13:55 * Verity nods Oct 12 16:15:05 They are already known to each other and can live and work together, and as former mercenaries they could be a good defence. Edward has had the right idea keeping his friends here... Oct 12 16:15:25 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:15:38 Baelor seems quite capable Oct 12 16:18:13 He does, but one day he will be too old for it, and having DeeDee and Wonks to step up with all their years of local knowledge and connections is wise. Edward is playing the long game, looking decades ahead at how to protect and grow Graben Oct 12 16:18:59 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:19:00 I know Oct 12 16:20:55 He is going to do so well here. After his time in the wilderness he has returned to be the man I always knew he was, strong, honest, and determined to be successful Oct 12 16:23:53 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:23:56 Yes, he is Oct 12 16:25:39 And you will thrive as a Graf. With your Father still alive to mentor you, this has worked out so well Oct 12 16:26:09 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:26:10 I think so Oct 12 16:30:38 I should let you get on to the den, dear boy. I am sure you will want time with your Father before you go, and speaking to him will not be possible whilst you are away Oct 12 16:31:21 No, not unless I wish to send him screaming through the house Oct 12 16:32:09 * Verity smiles Oct 12 16:33:04 I would rather you don't. For many years now he has been more of a worrier than he used to be, and with you all happy and settled I look forward to seeing more of the old Adalbrecht once more Oct 12 16:33:36 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:33:59 We shall take some time before dinner, you, Christopher and I to go over the, it must be said, very simple instructions for the mirrors Oct 12 16:34:18 * Verity smiles Oct 12 16:35:37 I would like that. Maybe we could visit Christopher in Catterick soon? It has been many years since I have seen it, and he tells me his hot house is full of unusual delights now Oct 12 16:36:38 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:36:43 I'm sure we can arrange something Oct 12 16:38:19 * Verity nods Oct 12 16:38:27 I would like that Oct 12 16:40:58 I have asked Edward if he'd mind my taking Alice and Florrie to see the grounds of Catterick... particularly the hot house Oct 12 16:42:35 * Verity smiles Oct 12 16:42:55 Christopher will love her, and it will be much easier for him Oct 12 16:43:54 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:44:07 Yes, he will, and yes, it will. Oct 12 16:45:32 * Verity nods Oct 12 16:46:29 That will be nice. Have you thought about taking Molly there? Oct 12 16:46:52 More or less a given mother. I intend to spend as little time away from her as possible Oct 12 16:48:31 We can look after Varick if you and Molly wish to go somewhere just the two of you, like that Inn in Bonn you stayed at Oct 12 16:50:27 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:50:32 I might well take you up on that Oct 12 16:50:39 * Verity nods Oct 12 16:51:14 Will Heinzharold and Inga live with you at Hafenlohr? Oct 12 16:51:29 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:51:41 We're already making plans where to build a cottage for them Oct 12 16:54:27 That will be nice for you all, and a help with childcare Oct 12 16:54:42 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:54:52 Absolutely which, with so many, we're going to need Oct 12 16:54:59 * Verity smiles Oct 12 16:55:14 You could have fewer, but the plate... Oct 12 16:55:35 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:55:41 The plate has said otherwise Oct 12 16:57:02 * Verity nods Oct 12 16:57:25 It was right for your Father and I, despite our hopes of more Oct 12 16:58:14 * Morgan nods Oct 12 16:58:33 Strange how I more or less ignore the superstitions with the exception of that one Oct 12 16:59:20 * Verity nods Oct 12 16:59:41 Maybe you would have ignored it had it said none? Oct 12 17:00:20 I don't think so Oct 12 17:01:15 With Molly from such a big family and you already having produced a child fairly quickly, it was unlikely Oct 12 17:04:14 * Morgan nods Oct 12 17:04:18 I inclined to agree Oct 12 17:06:06 And Edward with six, now that we know of Florrie Oct 12 17:08:11 * Morgan nods Oct 12 17:08:31 Going to be a bit overrun if we all visit at the same time... Oct 12 17:09:17 * Verity smiles happily Oct 12 17:10:11 That will be wonderful, though by the time you have had eight more Varick might also have some children too. And perhaps Jarvinia will have more? Oct 12 17:10:52 Tough to say with Jarvie... perhaps this one will change her view on children Oct 12 17:11:52 * Verity nods Oct 12 17:12:00 Children change us Oct 12 17:12:29 * Morgan nods Oct 12 17:12:31 Yes they do Oct 12 17:14:24 * Verity smiles, watching him fondly Oct 12 17:14:37 I was so very lucky to have you, my dear boy Oct 12 17:15:15 * Morgan smiles Oct 12 17:15:20 I'm glad you think so mother Oct 12 17:16:55 * Verity nods "I am proud of you. You are so much better than when we saw you last December" Oct 12 17:17:50 * Morgan nods Oct 12 17:17:56 I've done a lot of healing since then Oct 12 17:19:05 * Verity nods Oct 12 17:19:13 That is good to see Oct 12 17:19:50 * Morgan nods Oct 12 17:19:55 Still taking some getting used to Oct 12 17:20:33 * Verity smiles Oct 12 17:20:37 It will come Oct 12 17:21:31 * Morgan nods Oct 12 17:21:34 I think so Oct 12 17:24:15 * Verity nods, picking up her wool again "I will need to think about different wool colours if your children are going to have Molly's colouring and not yours" Oct 12 17:25:38 Unfortunately, I can't give you any insight into that Oct 12 17:27:07 * Verity nods "if no one else in her family has it, perhaps the red hair will not be passed on" Oct 12 17:27:31 I'd be betting on at least one Oct 12 17:32:46 * Verity has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Oct 12 17:47:10 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Oct 12 17:49:11 *Verity nods. Soon he is out with Adalbrecht and Varick in the snowy grounds near the den. Adalbrecht is stood still with his eyes closed, and Varick is trying to sneak up on him. Adalbrecht just points in his direction. Varick tries a different direction, but even with eyes closed Adalbrecht can pin point him* Oct 12 17:50:01 * Morgan rolls his shoulders before moving quietly towards his father Oct 12 17:52:17 * MollyK is now known as Adalbrecht Oct 12 17:52:44 *he gets to about eight feet before Adalbrecht points to him* Oct 12 17:53:25 Thats quite uncanny. There's never been a person I couldn't creep up on Oct 12 17:53:52 * Adalbrecht opens his eyes Oct 12 17:54:02 Yensid and I used to do this Oct 12 17:54:30 That might explain it. He's... frighteningly hard to follow Oct 12 17:55:07 I long ago concluded that he does not walk when he sneaks, he hovers half an inch from the ground Oct 12 17:55:46 * Morgan laughs, nodding Oct 12 17:56:48 Thats an apt description of his ability Oct 12 17:57:00 * Adalbrecht nods Oct 12 17:57:16 He can often get within striking distance Oct 12 17:58:46 * Morgan nods Oct 12 17:59:46 Is your Mother well? Oct 12 18:00:06 * Morgan nods Oct 12 18:00:09 She is fine, father Oct 12 18:00:24 *Varick is trying to sneak up behind Adalbrecht * Oct 12 18:00:46 Good. Oct 12 18:12:01 * Adalbrecht has quit (Ping Timeout) Oct 12 18:36:06 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Oct 12 18:37:11 *Varick yelps when Adalbrecht spins around suddenly and catches him, picking him up and putting him over his shoulder like Morgan vaguely remembers him doing with Edward* Oct 12 18:40:58 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Oct 12 18:56:18 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Oct 12 18:57:01 [18:24:42] MollyK: *Varick yelps when Adalbrecht spins around suddenly and catches him, picking him up and putting him over his shoulder like Morgan vaguely remembers him doing with Edward* Oct 12 18:57:33 * Morgan watches them quietly Oct 12 19:00:11 *Adalbrecht seems to be at ease strolling the ground with his son and grandson, and Edward joins them half an hour later. The snow restarts after a bit longer, but Varick isn't bother, and the adults have seen worse* Oct 12 19:00:21 [I am back, my love] Oct 12 19:01:01 * Morgan takes out a pocket watch, checking it Oct 12 19:01:16 Molly should be back by now... will you excuse me, I have tasks to attend to Oct 12 19:03:40 *It is half after two. They have no objections. He can hear Molly and Verity talking in the drawing room* M: It was very much like dealing with an immovable wall. There was never any softness there. That changed the morning I found him in the Rose Garden, but even then, it was only the slightest gap of broken mortar between the bricks Oct 12 19:04:40 * Morgan stops, listening Oct 12 19:05:04 V: What was he doing? Oct 12 19:06:46 Watching the dawn. I think I asked if he was well, or needed anything. We were not friends then, he was just my boss, and he didn't really approve of me, or anyone. He told me how at that time of day he always looked for the rising sun and thought of a love he had lost Oct 12 19:07:20 V: Was that a surprise to you? Oct 12 19:09:35 * MollyK pauses before saying "No... he always wore his wedding ring, even until just a few days before our wedding. So I knew he either was or had been married, but in the time we had both worked there there had been no sign of a wife, no mention of friends or family at all, until that morning. Oct 12 19:11:05 * Morgan frowns, taking out his flask and drinking from it Oct 12 19:13:37 V: what happened then? Oct 12 19:15:16 Not much, I think. I had things to do, and left him to his thoughts. I recall wondering what it would be like, to be loved so much that even when parted you could cause such a pause in activity of a man we all found to be very purposeful, what sort of woman you would need to be Oct 12 19:17:38 V: How long was it before you knew what had happened? Oct 12 19:19:18 Oh, a few months before things started to fall into place, and then another few weeks before I knew who he was Oct 12 19:22:45 V: I am glad he met you, Molly Oct 12 19:23:51 * Morgan takes a few steps away before making some noise before entering the drawing room Oct 12 19:24:20 * MollyK and Verity both look up Oct 12 19:25:02 Liebes herz Oct 12 19:25:05 Ah, you're back Oct 12 19:25:23 * MollyK smiles Oct 12 19:25:33 Yes I am, did you need me? Oct 12 19:25:59 Only always... but I'm keen to get on with my... little project Oct 12 19:26:41 I had it all taken up, but if Varick is engaged I will come with you Oct 12 19:27:19 If you wish to my love. Varick is with father and Edward Oct 12 19:27:40 * MollyK excuses them, heading upstairs Oct 12 19:27:53 Are you well? Oct 12 19:28:00 * Morgan nods Oct 12 19:28:15 Absolutely fine my love, apart from needing to take all this back downstairs Oct 12 19:28:22 * Morgan smiles Oct 12 19:28:36 * MollyK smiles Oct 12 19:28:56 I did wonder if perhaps it was a ploy to have me to yourself a minute Oct 12 19:29:31 I will have you to myself tonight Oct 12 19:30:07 * MollyK smiles Oct 12 19:30:12 Indeed you will Oct 12 19:31:12 So, if not some leather lingerie, what _is_ it for? Oct 12 19:32:30 Its... an idea that isn't completely formed yet Oct 12 19:32:40 * MollyK nods, watching him Oct 12 19:33:17 Is it leather lingerie for _you_? Because really, I do not need any extras to tempt me Oct 12 19:33:34 No, I couldn't be doing with that sort of chafing Oct 12 19:35:38 * MollyK giggles Oct 12 19:35:50 Just plain nudity will suffice, as always Oct 12 19:36:20 * Morgan nods, heading into the room and gathering up the items Oct 12 19:38:09 * MollyK lingers in the doorway Oct 12 19:38:16 Where will you take it? Oct 12 19:38:25 The stables Oct 12 19:39:37 * MollyK nods thoughtfully Oct 12 19:39:51 I am still _mostly_ at a loss Oct 12 19:39:58 Only mostly? Oct 12 19:40:31 The idea that came to mind will be far from what you are planning, so yes Oct 12 19:40:46 Oh? Oct 12 19:40:57 * MollyK shakes her head Oct 12 19:41:10 Uh uh, too rude. *she smiles* Oct 12 19:41:51 * Morgan laughs Oct 12 19:41:56 Coward Oct 12 19:42:13 * MollyK raises an eyebrow Oct 12 19:43:04 Really... after the other stables, the tavern... the garden at Morgan's Rock, I am a coward? Oct 12 19:43:25 * Morgan shrugs nonchalantly Oct 12 19:45:17 Besides, it is more delightful to me to leave you thinking rude things about me Oct 12 19:46:28 * Morgan nods, heading for the stable Oct 12 19:46:41 I suspect you will find this quite boring Oct 12 19:47:12 * MollyK shrugs Oct 12 19:47:33 Not when _I_ can be thinking rude things about _you_ Oct 12 19:48:17 * Morgan nods Oct 12 19:48:20 Alright blossom Oct 12 19:49:43 * MollyK does seem content to just spend time with him in the stable, sitting on a mounting block and watching him Oct 12 19:50:27 * Morgan spends a good hour and a half fixing the leather in straps to the saddle Oct 12 19:51:59 * MollyK seems happy, chatting now and then, asking him questions and gently giving ideas. He's finished when HH skids into the stable in a hurry Oct 12 19:53:11 * Morgan looks at him Oct 12 19:53:16 Who's set your arse on fire? Oct 12 19:54:41 HH grins: Yer Da and Varick were lookin' for you, an' when they couldn't find you in the house I said I'd check the stable for them, just in case! Oct 12 19:54:50 * Morgan chuckles Oct 12 19:54:57 * MollyK blushes a little Oct 12 19:55:00 And came hurrying along trying to catch us out... Oct 12 19:55:30 HH: To give y' time to finish up before they arrived Oct 12 19:56:02 * MollyK blushes more Oct 12 19:56:53 Don't suppose you know if Wonks is back yet? Oct 12 19:58:23 HH: yep, we all are. Got yer Eisenfurst coming later Oct 12 19:58:44 * Morgan nods Oct 12 19:59:09 Would the two of you go find Wonks and send him to me? Oct 12 20:00:12 * MollyK gets up, HH offering his arm. She gives Morgan a brief glance on the way out Oct 12 20:01:26 * Morgan winks at her, working on some leather while he waits Oct 12 20:03:53 * MollyK is now known as Wonks Oct 12 20:04:11 * Wonks comes through on his crutch about fifteen minutes later Oct 12 20:05:26 Wonks... sorry to drag you all the way down here Oct 12 20:05:49 * Wonks shakes his head Oct 12 20:06:16 Not at all, your Excellency. If I don't move a bit after a long walk I get stiff overnight Oct 12 20:06:35 * Morgan nods Oct 12 20:06:51 Edward mentioned that you enjoyed riding before your injury... Oct 12 20:07:07 * Wonks looks at the horses Oct 12 20:07:21 I did. I grew up on a farm Oct 12 20:08:06 Would you ride, if you could? Oct 12 20:09:29 * Wonks nods Oct 12 20:09:40 Absolutely, your Excellency Oct 12 20:10:40 Perhaps then you'd assist me with testing a saddle that, since it doesn't belong to me, I'm hoping I haven't ruined Oct 12 20:11:01 * Wonks nods slowly Oct 12 20:11:10 I uhh... I will do my best Oct 12 20:11:32 You're staying here with my brother, yes? Oct 12 20:11:39 * Wonks nods Oct 12 20:12:26 Giving up my lodgings and having my things brought, yes Oct 12 20:13:05 * Morgan nods, going into a stall Oct 12 20:13:15 Won't be a second... have you tried to ride since your injury? Oct 12 20:14:26 * Wonks shakes his head Oct 12 20:14:56 The balance is the issue. I weigh a fifth more on one side than the other Oct 12 20:15:37 * Morgan leads a horse out, already saddled Oct 12 20:16:17 Did you know on destriers the stirrups are much higher than normal horses? Oct 12 20:17:32 * Wonks nods Oct 12 20:18:18 Handsome horse, your Excellency Oct 12 20:18:44 * Morgan nods Oct 12 20:22:09 She's not bad... been thinking about it, an' I figure getting up is the first issue... this'll take a bit of balancing I reckon, so, get up close, lean against her if you need, she's calm enough... and put your right crutch in _that_ little loop, so you can take hold of _that_ handle with your right hand Oct 12 20:24:05 * Wonks follows the instructions. It takes him a moment to get it right, but he manages Oct 12 20:25:02 That stirrups quite close to the ground, so, brace yourself and get your foot in it. Once thats done, stow the other crutch with the first. Oct 12 20:26:25 * Wonks carefully does this too, talking to the horse in a very low soft voice, reassuring her Oct 12 20:27:21 Very good. That loop connected to the handle you're holding. You're going to pull on that and the stirrup will rise, so you can get your leg over the saddle Oct 12 20:28:05 *this is a bit more wobbly, but he manages it too Oct 12 20:29:37 Well done. There's a hook to loop the strap on, keeps the stirrup higher than usual, which'll help with the balance... There are straps on the saddle by your hips, and one on your left above your knee to secure you in place... Oct 12 20:31:08 * Wonks needs a little help with this, but soon he is strapped in. Oct 12 20:31:49 I've added some padding to the strapping, and you'll rattle when you ride, but... its a start Oct 12 20:32:28 * Wonks nods, saying nothing Oct 12 20:32:51 Would you like to take a slow ride with me? Oct 12 20:33:04 * Wonks nods again Oct 12 20:33:17 * Morgan nods, fetching another horse and mounting up Oct 12 20:34:21 * Wonks is sat exactly where he was when Morgan is ready Oct 12 20:34:52 * Morgan watches him for a moment Oct 12 20:35:05 Give her a gentle kick... you know how to do this, its still in there Oct 12 20:36:31 * Wonks does so. The horse moves off smoothly, if she is bothered by the weight discrepancy it doesn't show. She walks slowly into the courtyard Oct 12 20:36:44 * Morgan moves up beside her Oct 12 20:37:22 I think... a lead plate or two in the left side of the saddle might remove any issue for the horse feeling off balance... Oct 12 20:37:34 * Wonks nods Oct 12 20:37:36 Yeah Oct 12 20:38:03 There is another strap to go over your lap but I didn't think you'd need it Oct 12 20:38:16 This is good as it is Oct 12 20:38:24 * Morgan nods Oct 12 20:38:27 Thought it might be Oct 12 20:39:22 * Wonks continues to walk the horse around the courtyard, getting a feel for it again six and a half years after having to give up his favourite hobby Oct 12 20:39:48 Ready to move outside, take a little stroll towards town? Oct 12 20:39:56 * Wonks nods Oct 12 20:40:06 Yeah, okay Oct 12 20:40:31 * Morgan nods, leading the way out of the courtyard at a walk Oct 12 20:40:52 * Wonks has good control of the horse, there is no incident Oct 12 20:41:28 * Morgan leads them back to the stables, putting his horse into a stall before coming back to Wonks Oct 12 20:41:55 So, getting down is the opposite, obviously... do it slowly. I'm here to help if you need it Oct 12 20:42:28 * Wonks manages it very slowly. With steady caution, he is soon down Oct 12 20:43:03 * Morgan watches him carefully Oct 12 20:43:07 How you doing now? Oct 12 20:43:35 * Wonks nods, sitting himself down on the mounting block just as Molly was Oct 12 20:44:18 Okay Oct 12 20:44:32 * Morgan nods, going and unsaddling the horses before coming back out Oct 12 20:45:01 * Wonks has his face in his hands, silently sobbing Oct 12 20:45:25 * Morgan crouches down in front of him Oct 12 20:45:53 I'm sorry... I thought you might react like this and should've warned you Oct 12 20:46:27 * Wonks just shakes his head as he continues to sob quietly Oct 12 20:46:41 * Morgan waits quietly Oct 12 20:47:24 *He is waiting quite a while, this seems even bigger than just the shock at being able to get on the horse again* Oct 12 20:47:42 What can I do? Oct 12 20:47:59 * Wonks wipes his face on his sleeve Oct 12 20:48:07 Sorry, y' Excellency Oct 12 20:48:20 * Morgan shakes his head Oct 12 20:48:26 You've nothing to apologise for Oct 12 20:48:35 My only concern right now is for you Oct 12 20:48:56 * Wonks nods, even his nose streaming Oct 12 20:49:14 Thank you, it's wonderful. I'll pay for it. Oct 12 20:49:38 You can take that up with Edward, it was his saddle Oct 12 20:49:43 One of them, anyway Oct 12 20:49:56 * Wonks nods, taking slow deep breaths Oct 12 20:50:01 * Morgan takes an old handkerchief, handing it over Oct 12 20:50:17 Though since you will be here, I doubt very much he'll accept anything for it Oct 12 20:50:22 * Wonks wipes his face Oct 12 20:50:47 That's Tiggy for you. Would give you the shirt off his back in the snow and say he was too warm anyway Oct 12 20:51:01 * Morgan nods Oct 12 20:51:54 This seemed more... impactful than I expected Oct 12 20:53:09 I was always the one with a way with the horses. I lost more than my leg that day, I lost my identity too Oct 12 20:53:34 * Morgan nods, rubbing absently at the side of his head Oct 12 20:54:38 I can appreciate that. I don't want you to feel obligated to use it... Oct 12 20:55:23 * Wonks shakes his head Oct 12 20:56:49 I'll use it every chance I get. I'll talk to Edward about buying a horse, a nice brown and white. That's what Valour was, my war horse Oct 12 20:57:08 * Morgan nods Oct 12 20:57:38 I imagine I'll board that pair here while we're away, so feel free until you have your own... Oct 12 20:58:09 * Wonks nods "Thank you. Pretty horse like that must be worth a bit?" Oct 12 20:58:23 * Morgan smiles slightly Oct 12 20:58:37 Four hundred guilders... a thousand for the pair of them, since they're matched Oct 12 20:59:46 * Wonks nods Oct 12 21:00:03 A lot more than the war horses then Oct 12 21:00:26 * Morgan nods Oct 12 21:00:49 A lot more than I paid for Xantha, but I know which I'd rather ride... providing he let me without head butting me Oct 12 21:01:01 * Wonks nods Oct 12 21:01:10 You were allowed to keep him? Oct 12 21:02:14 He was mine before I served. Once I started getting assignments that involved no sailing, I made sure I had him with me wherever I could Oct 12 21:02:34 * Wonks nods Oct 12 21:02:51 I would have brought Valour home, but I couldn't Oct 12 21:03:06 No... Oct 12 21:03:30 Too expensive to feed and tend a horse no one needed, apparently Oct 12 21:03:59 * Morgan nods Oct 12 21:04:04 What happened to him? Oct 12 21:04:59 * Wonks shrugs "If you ask the others, they'll tell you he bolted off after a filly near the foot of the Weissenburg mountains in Wische" Oct 12 21:05:37 * Morgan nods Oct 12 21:05:44 That happens Oct 12 21:06:03 Nice story. Happily ever after. Oct 12 21:06:17 * Morgan nods Oct 12 21:08:03 If Dekker had been there... but we had a different temporary commander when Vania was sick, and he met us back at the fortress two weeks later. By then I had less leg, a new nickname, and no horse Oct 12 21:08:46 * Morgan nods Oct 12 21:09:32 I'm sorry. Oct 12 21:11:24 * Wonks nods "The others don't know, so if you'd keep it to yourself" Oct 12 21:11:48 * Morgan nods Oct 12 21:11:53 Of course. Oct 12 21:12:12 * Wonks nods, taking a deep breath Oct 12 21:12:30 Where'd you learn to make something like that? Oct 12 21:14:20 Uhhh... well, the strap to the stirrup, thats just basic rigging really... the rest I sort of... came up with. Oct 12 21:14:42 And leatherwork is just sewing on a bigger, tougher scale, and my first wife taught me to sew Oct 12 21:15:36 * Wonks nods Oct 12 21:15:44 It is really good Oct 12 21:16:27 I would consider getting a couple of lead plates put inside the saddle on the left... another horse might not take the imbalance of weight so well... Oct 12 21:16:38 * Wonks nods Oct 12 21:16:57 I will. Thank you, Your Excellency. You can't know what it means to me Oct 12 21:17:26 I will admit I had no idea it would mean so much... are you ready to go back inside? Oct 12 21:18:03 I'll be in in a minute Oct 12 21:22:23 My brother will want to know what I wanted with you... do you mind if I give him an outline? Oct 12 21:23:10 Not at all. Everything but how Valour did not make it Oct 12 21:24:13 * Morgan shakes his head Oct 12 21:24:40 That is your tale to tell, all of that. I'll just give him an idea, let him know we went for a ride Oct 12 21:25:28 * Wonks nods Oct 12 21:25:33 Thank you Oct 12 21:25:51 * Morgan nods, grasping the mans shoulder for a moment before heading back inside Oct 12 21:26:17 *Molly is in the entrance hall wrapping up warm* Oh, I was coming to find you Oct 12 21:31:18 * Wonks has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Oct 12 21:35:46 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Oct 12 21:36:03 [21:13:47] Wonks: *Molly is in the entrance hall wrapping up warm* Oh, I was coming to find you Oct 12 21:36:24 Sorry my love Oct 12 21:36:39 * MollyK starts taking off her coat Oct 12 21:36:49 Are you well? Oct 12 21:36:53 * Morgan nods Oct 12 21:36:56 I am Oct 12 21:37:04 * MollyK smiles Oct 12 21:37:18 Good. Did it work? Oct 12 21:37:39 * Morgan nods Oct 12 21:37:41 Very well Oct 12 21:37:47 * MollyK smiles Oct 12 21:37:56 Wonderful! You are so clever, my love Oct 12 21:38:07 Bloody minded, thats all Oct 12 21:39:56 * MollyK shakes her head Oct 12 21:40:11 You see things that could be improved, and you improve them Oct 12 21:42:28 * Morgan shrugs Oct 12 21:42:39 Given how hard he was sobbing, I'm not entirely convinced Oct 12 21:43:30 * MollyK smiles gently Oct 12 21:44:12 That is temporary, my love. Sometimes people need to feel things intensely to get closure, or for relief Oct 12 21:44:46 * Morgan nods Oct 12 21:45:15 I think I should speak to Edward... let him know Wonks is likely to be a little... fragile... Oct 12 21:45:23 * MollyK nods Oct 12 21:45:37 I will not delay you further then, my love Oct 12 21:46:04 You do not delay me my love... though while I was waiting for Wonks, I did make a little something for you Oct 12 21:46:44 * MollyK looks curious Oct 12 21:46:50 What is it? Oct 12 21:47:35 * Morgan hands over a bundle of leather that, when stretched out, looks like a thin belt with an odd looking holster on it Oct 12 21:47:57 * MollyK looks intrigued Oct 12 21:48:03 What is it for? Oct 12 21:48:15 Its utterly daft... Oct 12 21:48:28 * MollyK smiles Oct 12 21:48:31 I like daft Oct 12 21:49:07 it... holds a tea cup and saucer... assuming I've got the dimensions right Oct 12 21:49:31 * MollyK smiles warmly Oct 12 21:49:40 For when we travel? Oct 12 21:50:01 * Morgan nods Oct 12 21:50:22 I think that's delight, my love! Thank you Oct 12 21:50:28 Delightful * Oct 12 21:50:36 * Morgan inclines his head Oct 12 21:50:51 I had some leather left over, but not enough for... what you thought of earlier... Oct 12 21:51:22 The first thing, not the second... *she smiles, fastening on the cup holder Oct 12 21:51:52 Well, you didn't tell me so... I couldn't say Oct 12 21:53:15 * MollyK nods Oct 12 21:53:26 Much more leather than this Oct 12 21:53:56 * Morgan nods Oct 12 21:53:57 I see Oct 12 21:54:10 * MollyK kisses his cheek Oct 12 21:54:28 I'll leave you in suspense... Oct 12 21:54:37 * Morgan smiles slightly Oct 12 21:54:40 I think I can bear that Oct 12 21:55:21 * MollyK nods, taking herself off towards the drawing room with a glance over her shoulder at him briefly Oct 12 21:56:12 * Morgan watches her as she goes before heading to find Edward Oct 12 21:57:24 * MollyK is now known as Edward Oct 12 21:57:33 * Edward is working in his study Oct 12 21:57:44 * Morgan taps on the doorframe Oct 12 21:57:53 Come Oct 12 21:58:05 * Morgan goes in, throwing himself into a chair opposite his brother Oct 12 21:58:15 * Edward glances up Oct 12 21:58:20 Problem? Oct 12 21:58:45 Not exactly. I wanted to make you aware that Wonks is most likely going to be a little fragile for the next few days Oct 12 21:59:03 Slipped in the snow? Oct 12 21:59:16 I mean in an emotional sense Oct 12 21:59:36 * Edward frowns, setting his quill down to give this his full attention Oct 12 21:59:40 What has happened? Oct 12 22:00:20 I have made some adjustments to one of the spare saddles. It'll take some practice, but he can ride again. I took him for a slow ride to town and back Oct 12 22:01:09 It has had quite an effect on him Oct 12 22:01:59 * Edward nods solemnly "It would do. Where is he now?" Oct 12 22:02:33 I left him in the stable, as per his request. He said he'd be in in a few minutes, so I came straight to you to let you know Oct 12 22:02:43 * Edward nods, getting up Oct 12 22:02:49 Anything else? Oct 12 22:03:13 He's going to offer to pay you for the saddle... I assume you'll tell him to sod all the way off? Oct 12 22:03:23 * Edward nods Oct 12 22:03:36 I will Oct 12 22:03:36 * Morgan nods, standing up Oct 12 22:03:42 You wish me to accompany you? Oct 12 22:03:50 * Edward shakes his head Oct 12 22:04:19 No, stay. The others are in the drawing room Oct 12 22:04:44 * Morgan nods slowly Oct 12 22:04:57 Are you feeling I have done wrong, Edward? Oct 12 22:05:07 * Edward shakes his head Oct 12 22:05:27 Not at all. But I know Wonks well, and he will need me Oct 12 22:05:40 * Morgan smiles slightly, nodding Oct 12 22:05:47 Go, I'll go to the others Oct 12 22:06:19 Thank you, brother *he briefly hugs Morgan on his way out* Oct 12 22:06:31 * Morgan nods, looking slightly surprised Oct 12 22:06:47 *before heading into the drawing room Oct 12 22:07:56 *It's very much warmer here. They are playing charades, and whatever HH is doing it looks very much like a donkey about to have a bout of diahorrea. Oct 12 22:08:46 * Morgan watches him, blinking before taking his flask out and sipping it Oct 12 22:09:58 *Claudia gestures* $whats wrong?$ Oct 12 22:10:10 * Edward is now known as Claudia Oct 12 22:10:38 $Not sure I want to guess at what HeinzHarold is trying to portray without some alcohol$ Oct 12 22:11:15 $he's crap at this$ Oct 12 22:12:14 $He could be amazing, if he's trying to portray a donkey about to shit itself$ Oct 12 22:12:51 * Claudia laughs out loud, but noone notices whilst they shout book titles at him Oct 12 22:14:15 * Morgan sips it again, watching HeinzHarold Oct 12 22:14:22 $Do you think he does it on purpose?$ Oct 12 22:15:21 $making a fool of himself?$ Oct 12 22:15:48 * Morgan nods slightly Oct 12 22:17:02 $yep$ Oct 12 22:17:25 * Morgan puts his flask away, finding somewhere to sit Oct 12 22:19:37 *this goes on for longer until everyone gives up and HH reveals it was The Trotting Horse* Oct 12 22:19:46 * Claudia rolls her eyes at Morgan Oct 12 22:21:12 $Donkey with the trots$ Oct 12 22:22:18 $Close, I guess$ Oct 12 22:23:27 * Morgan nods slightly Oct 12 22:25:20 *Edward and Wonks have rejoined them by the time it is getting dark outside and Varick's tea time, the noisy game continuing whilst Morgan takes him to the drawing room* Oct 12 22:25:27 * Claudia is now known as Varick Oct 12 22:25:41 It will be quieter on the ship Oct 12 22:25:49 * Morgan nods Oct 12 22:25:53 Aye, it will Oct 12 22:26:03 Will you like that? Oct 12 22:26:37 Its nice to hear everyone happy and having fun isn't it... but I do like some times where its quiet Oct 12 22:27:20 * Varick nods Oct 12 22:27:33 I will miss everyone Oct 12 22:27:59 * Morgan nods Oct 12 22:28:00 Me too Oct 12 22:28:43 * Varick nods, eating Oct 12 22:28:54 Tomorrow is a new year Oct 12 22:29:01 * Morgan nods Oct 12 22:29:02 Yes it is Oct 12 22:30:31 Last year I was in Innesbruck Oct 12 22:30:38 * Morgan nods Oct 12 22:30:41 I was in Avalon Oct 12 22:32:24 Were you in a cupboard? Oct 12 22:33:04 No, I was Lady Torringtons master at arms Oct 12 22:33:28 Oh. *he eats another mouthful* I was in the cupboard Oct 12 22:33:42 * Morgan nods Oct 12 22:35:20 Can I stay up til midnight? Oct 12 22:36:04 I'm not sure... Oct 12 22:37:00 Why, Papa? Oct 12 22:37:26 Mama and I are going to look at the stars together at midnight Oct 12 22:37:37 Can I come? Oct 12 22:38:18 We were hoping for some private time together Oct 12 22:39:58 Oh, okay. Oct 12 22:41:50 * Morgan smiles Oct 12 22:41:52 Thank you Oct 12 22:42:35 Is Mama your favourite person in the world? Oct 12 22:43:19 Thats a tough question... I like people for different reasons Oct 12 22:44:00 Okay. Why do you like Heinzharold? Oct 12 22:44:18 He makes me laugh, and he's my oldest friend Oct 12 22:45:03 Why do you like Claudia? Oct 12 22:46:18 She's like a sister... she and HeinzHarold, we went through the war, it creates a special bond, like Edward has with his friends Oct 12 22:46:50 How will I have friends like that if there is no War? Oct 12 22:47:47 HeinzHarold was my friend before the war... once we settle down and aren't travelling, you'll make friends where we are Oct 12 22:48:39 * Varick nods, sighing "okay, Papa" Oct 12 22:49:00 What do you think about going to the academy? Oct 12 22:49:43 Would I go to a Vaticine one or an Objectionist one? Oct 12 22:50:01 Which would you like to go to, if you go to one at all Oct 12 22:52:14 I don't know. It's been a long time since I went to a proper service Oct 12 22:53:51 Has it? I seem to recall you saying you could choose which to be... Oct 12 22:54:33 But I am so young, Papa! Oct 12 22:55:00 * Morgan nods Oct 12 22:55:05 But growing so quickly Oct 12 22:55:26 * Varick nods Oct 12 22:55:50 If I go to the Academy I won't be with you, Mama, and the babies Oct 12 22:56:25 No... and it'll mean you need to be in control of your abilities when they appear Oct 12 22:57:44 Will that happen at the Academy? Oct 12 22:57:58 I don't know, if I'm honest Oct 12 22:58:10 Maybe I should stay home, Papa Oct 12 22:59:29 That might be a good idea... but we have time yet to decide Oct 12 23:00:01 What do you want, Papa? Oct 12 23:00:12 * Morgan smiles Oct 12 23:00:16 You to be happy and safe Oct 12 23:01:57 Would you miss me? Oct 12 23:02:09 Very much Oct 12 23:02:35 Would Jacques and Rickon be able to go too? Oct 12 23:03:56 No, I'm afraid not Oct 12 23:04:38 * Varick nods Oct 12 23:04:58 We can decide in a few years Oct 12 23:05:05 * Morgan nods Oct 12 23:05:09 Aye, we can Oct 12 23:05:33 You and Mama need to wrap up warm. It will be cold at midnight Oct 12 23:05:46 * Morgan nods Oct 12 23:05:49 We will Oct 12 23:10:12 * Varick nods, continuing to eat until he is done. He then falls asleep in Morgan's lap in the drawing room before being taken to bed. Later on, it is time for the penultimate dinner at Edward's house, Faulk and the Fuch's at the table. The food is good, and the chat is lively. It is during desert that His Grace taps his glass for attention. Oct 12 23:10:21 * Varick is now known as Faulk Oct 12 23:11:34 As it is New Years Eve, I think it would be nice to hear one thing you have been most grateful for this year, and one thing you hope for for next year Oct 12 23:12:26 [oh. This could be... awkward. What the hell do I say?] Oct 12 23:12:33 *Claudia watches Morgan* $I hate crap like this$ Oct 12 23:13:19 [whatever it is that you are most grateful for. I will not be offended, my love] Oct 12 23:13:46 $Friends coming back together and calm seas for our voyages ahead?$ Oct 12 23:14:16 *Claudia shrugs* Oct 12 23:15:49 * Faulk looks to Adalbrecht first, who says "My new daughters in law, and to have Morgan and Molly settles in Hafenlohr" Oct 12 23:16:24 $suck up$ Oct 12 23:18:49 *Verity's is having her boys back in Eisen, and that everyone at the table will continue to be healthy and happy. There are a range of similar hopes. Grendlik is most grateful for Jarvie having his baby, and Christopher for being reunited with his family. Neither Stef or Fuchs mention their pregnancy, instead being grateful for Morgan's help* Oct 12 23:20:26 *HH is grateful for Inga, and is hopeful for carving his name on every apple tree at Hafenlohr* Oct 12 23:20:48 * Morgan rolls his eyes Oct 12 23:21:50 *Claudia says she is most grateful for Morgan's return, and hopeful that her best friends are happy in their marriages* Oct 12 23:23:58 *Edward watches Morgan a little as he says "second chances, and having children* Oct 12 23:24:29 * Faulk looks to Morgan "and yours?" Oct 12 23:24:42 * Morgan scratches at his chin Oct 12 23:25:49 So much to be grateful for... Being with my loved ones, all of them... and I hope for calm seas to see us safely home again Oct 12 23:27:41 * Faulk nods "And I am grateful for the security and prosperity of the konigsreich, and hopeful that will only increase now she has two more Koertig rulers!" Oct 12 23:28:39 * Morgan inclines his head Oct 12 23:29:46 Oh, Molly, I almost forgot you! Oct 12 23:31:15 M: I am most grateful for love, in all it's forms, and how it brings us together. And I am most hopeful that everyone here gets their deepest wish by this time next year Oct 12 23:32:19 * Faulk smiles "Very good" Oct 12 23:32:38 [That includes you, my love] Oct 12 23:33:22 * Morgan nods ever so slightly Oct 12 23:35:25 *The meal winds down, and the port and cigars are brought out, the ladies moving to the drawing room. Edward looks to Morgan* Are you going now? Oct 12 23:35:31 * Faulk is now known as Edward Oct 12 23:35:52 * Morgan checks the time Oct 12 23:38:30 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Oct 12 23:38:51 * Edward has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer)