**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Tue Nov 1 00:00:18 2022 Nov 01 00:00:18 Would you, if we asked? Nov 01 00:00:45 We would need to consider this longer Nov 01 00:00:59 It might go against the agreement you have? Nov 01 00:01:27 *HH stands neutrally, taking it in but not participating* Nov 01 00:02:01 It might. What would you be asking of us? Nov 01 00:02:40 I don't know yet... possibly to speed the lessening of the effects of the herbs.... But it is not something I am asking right now Nov 01 00:02:49 * Nieblungen nods Nov 01 00:04:09 The paths we can see contain a child or two in development before the end of this year. Nov 01 00:04:41 *HH can't help but smile slightly* Nov 01 00:05:17 Potentially twins... alright... is there anything you need me to know? Anything that will help me with our next steps? Nov 01 00:06:14 Not that we are able to see. We still do not know who Madchen is. Nov 01 00:06:56 $ask about her feelings for Rosie because you died?$ Nov 01 00:08:35 You can stop worrying about her... I believe she is going to be one of my children and she has helped me when you were... unable to because of your agreement... When I died on the way to Graben... did that precipitate the effect of Molly developing feelings for Sebastien? Nov 01 00:08:58 No. You were not dead long enough Nov 01 00:09:15 Not that I'm planning to repeat the experience... how long would It need to be? Nov 01 00:09:57 Six months. Humans need to complete the grief rituals Nov 01 00:10:06 * Morgan nods Nov 01 00:10:21 And do I need to keep her away from him more than others when the draw is due? Nov 01 00:11:25 We are uncertain. It is possible he could also stop the draw in the same manner. Nov 01 00:11:52 I meant... is he likely to be more susceptible to its effects than others Nov 01 00:12:12 * Nieblungen pauses Nov 01 00:12:46 Most likely. He would feel it over a greater distance than normal men Nov 01 00:14:12 You have an idea how far? Considering I feel it no matter where I am... Nov 01 00:14:34 * Nieblungen pauses Nov 01 00:15:12 One hundred miles Nov 01 00:15:32 Can you do anything to eliminate that while I am alive? Nov 01 00:16:05 We will look at it Nov 01 00:16:12 * Morgan nods Nov 01 00:16:16 It is unfair to him Nov 01 00:16:32 He may yet serve an important purpose Nov 01 00:17:39 * Morgan nods Nov 01 00:17:54 But he does not need to feel that draw while I am alive, and it would be a mercy to stop it... Nov 01 00:18:11 To him or to you? Nov 01 00:18:22 $ouch!$ Nov 01 00:18:36 * Morgan narrows his eyes Nov 01 00:19:10 I do not work well when I am concerned about things like that... Nov 01 00:20:26 We may encourage a love into his life, but if he becomes necessary to be with Molly, he will lose his feelings for her Nov 01 00:21:16 He deserves to be happy... I know that is not your concern, but how things stand right now, he has no chance of that, and that is cruel... and you are not cruel, are you? Nov 01 00:21:59 We are not cruel, but the convergence must be protected at all costs. Nov 01 00:22:20 And ti can be without his living in a sort of limbo. Nov 01 00:23:08 If you die he will need to protect Molly and your children, and get more children upon her. Nov 01 00:24:30 I know. I know. So how about, you let him live his life, free to love, and we'll work together really hard to not let me die Nov 01 00:24:55 We will set someone in his path Nov 01 00:25:18 And work to reduce his feeling the draw, providing I do not die Nov 01 00:25:38 We will look at it Nov 01 00:25:43 * Morgan nods Nov 01 00:25:46 What do you call me? Nov 01 00:26:13 There are many names Nov 01 00:26:25 Tell me some, please... Nov 01 00:27:10 The Father Of The Mages. The Broken Warrior. The Righteous Man. Nov 01 00:27:28 * Morgan nods Nov 01 00:27:29 Thank you Nov 01 00:28:01 * Nieblungen inclines its head Nov 01 00:28:23 $what do they call Molly?$ Nov 01 00:28:32 What... what do you call Molly? Nov 01 00:30:59 The Mother Of The Many, The Girl Who Wanders, The Healer Of Worlds Nov 01 00:31:14 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 01 00:31:33 Alright. Thank you. I have one more question, just out of curiosity... Nov 01 00:31:40 * Nieblungen nods Nov 01 00:32:06 You can only appear to people and know where they are when they're actually moving, can't you? Nov 01 00:33:19 We need the feel of their essences walking the land or sailing the rivers to find them Nov 01 00:33:37 *HH pipes up* Like a spider with a web? Nov 01 00:34:01 * Nieblungen looks at Heinzharold "Yes." Nov 01 00:34:22 * Morgan nods, standing up Nov 01 00:34:30 Thank you for seeing us, answering my questions Nov 01 00:34:55 * Nieblungen bows slightly, leading the way Nov 01 00:35:13 Molly wears the ring still? Nov 01 00:35:36 It is still active? I thought it had served its purpose and was... intent Nov 01 00:35:40 inert* Nov 01 00:35:50 * Nieblungen shakes his head Nov 01 00:36:32 The magic used is older and stronger. She can never bleed to death whilst wearing it. Nov 01 00:36:46 * Morgan nods Nov 01 00:37:04 Useful. Do you have any way for me to wake up at a time I choose, rather than an hour before dawn? Dawn moves about... Nov 01 00:37:06 $wouldnt mind one for Inga during childbirth$ Nov 01 00:37:25 Why do you wake an hour before dawn? Nov 01 00:37:48 Interesting... in my dreams I have a watch that chimes... it chimes an hour before dawn Nov 01 00:38:04 We have no power over your dreams Nov 01 00:38:22 Which was why you could not stop them... alright. Nov 01 00:38:31 * Nieblungen nods Nov 01 00:39:59 * Morgan looks around, following the Nieblungen to the gate Nov 01 00:40:10 *HH goes quietly* Nov 01 00:40:11 Could I ever hear the mind? Nov 01 00:40:50 Hear, yes, Understand... we do not know. Nov 01 00:41:11 Without being inside? Could I hear it, say, at sea? Nov 01 00:41:52 Put your shard to one ear and Molly's to the other Nov 01 00:42:09 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 01 00:42:46 Alright... its been pleasant coming to talk to you not in the middle of a crisis... Nov 01 00:43:18 * Nieblungen nods "Good afternoon" Nov 01 00:43:35 * Morgan bows his head, leaving the compound Nov 01 00:43:40 * Nieblungen is now known as HH Nov 01 00:44:06 * HH walks along beside him quietly til they're out of earshot Nov 01 00:44:32 You know what you'll be if you do that shard thing? Nov 01 00:44:41 Looking like a tit? Nov 01 00:44:52 A complete and utter sandwich. Nov 01 00:45:06 * Morgan nods, looking round Nov 01 00:45:29 That was easily their most... straightforward... its like talking to a five year old who has no idea about nuance Nov 01 00:45:38 *everything looks fine, and they're alone* Nov 01 00:45:46 * HH laughs Nov 01 00:46:07 I'm the twelfth Heinzharold Nov 01 00:46:15 * Morgan nods Nov 01 00:46:26 Get it right... HeinzHarold, twelfth of his name... Nov 01 00:46:44 Imagine how much better the thirteenth will be Nov 01 00:46:53 * Morgan glances at him Nov 01 00:47:05 Lets not mention they referred to her as 'the woman Claudia', yes? Nov 01 00:47:11 * HH laughs Nov 01 00:47:24 Oh yeah, she would _hate_ that! Nov 01 00:47:31 * Morgan nods Nov 01 00:47:48 Nice to know they don't refer to me like I thought they did Nov 01 00:48:05 Righteous Man... *he scoffs* you ain't ever been right Nov 01 00:48:29 Think they got themselves carried away with that one... Nov 01 00:48:38 * HH nods Nov 01 00:48:43 I tell you what Florrie calls Edward? Nov 01 00:48:48 No Nov 01 00:48:55 Slow worm Nov 01 00:49:00 * HH winces Nov 01 00:49:10 Ain't a man alive wants a nickname like that Nov 01 00:49:54 Haven't decided if its better or worse than ball head... though, that has its advantages... Nov 01 00:50:20 What, like accuracy? Al'ays knew you were a ball head. Nov 01 00:50:56 No... when I was introducing her to Edward, I wanted to make her feel completely safe, so called her sweetheart... explained its a sort of cabbage, so we've always got that in common Nov 01 00:51:27 That's cute, man. Way better than yer wife calling me a cock-sucking piece of shit. Nov 01 00:51:39 * Morgan nods Nov 01 00:51:45 Can't really blame her... she felt me die Nov 01 00:51:52 * HH nods Nov 01 00:52:06 Least she ain't secretly fallin' for Rosie Nov 01 00:52:13 * Morgan nods Nov 01 00:52:18 I'm doing my best for him man Nov 01 00:52:46 Just not givin' him yer special girl Nov 01 00:53:00 No... but trying to not just leave him hanging on... Nov 01 00:53:05 * HH nods Nov 01 00:53:23 They really want him as a back up dick, huh? Nov 01 00:53:32 * Morgan nods Nov 01 00:54:01 Other paths, they were meant to be together... our childrens children would've been the ones to face what's coming Nov 01 00:54:27 Yeah, y' told me that before Nov 01 00:54:46 How's it feel? To have seen and spoken to a Nieblungen? Nov 01 00:54:58 Weird Nov 01 00:55:42 How's it feel that you wouldn't 'ave died if she'd done what she was to,d? Nov 01 00:56:24 It wasn't them that killed me Nov 01 00:56:33 * HH nods Nov 01 00:57:30 Sooooo... gonna have a kid or two on the way or born by end o' December... Nov 01 00:57:36 maybe Nov 01 00:57:46 At their best guess Nov 01 00:57:57 maybe... of the paths they can see Nov 01 00:58:26 Why can't they see the rest? Nov 01 00:59:31 Not entirely sure... once we discovered the extent of their meddling, and how far they're willing to go... Molly stopped trusting them, and it seemed to coincide with them not being able to see anymore Nov 01 00:59:41 * HH nods Nov 01 00:59:58 Make no mistake, man, they are utterly ruthless to get what they've planned... Nov 01 01:01:13 Yeah, I get that. One hundred miles... he'd manage mebbie eighty of that before the draw wears off and he'd days from home and left to *he makes a gesture implying male self-pleasuring* Nov 01 01:02:09 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:02:50 'Ow we gonna handle it? Nov 01 01:02:57 Which bit? Nov 01 01:03:21 Keepin' then a hundred miles apart for twenty four hours? Nov 01 01:03:35 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 01:03:59 We can more or less guess when its coming, so... last time it only occurred for about ten minutes Nov 01 01:04:14 * HH nods Nov 01 01:04:47 That's goo- hang on, twice in ten minutes, and stronger than the strongest ever? Nov 01 01:05:11 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:05:48 Ackshully impressed, man Nov 01 01:05:54 Oh? Nov 01 01:06:08 Didn' think you had it in you Nov 01 01:06:26 Don't really get much of a choice Nov 01 01:06:34 * HH nods Nov 01 01:07:03 If it 'elps, it's pretty rubbish to feel not as her husband! Nov 01 01:07:31 I know man... I wish we could fix that Nov 01 01:07:37 * HH nods Nov 01 01:07:58 Anyone else's wife I wouldn't feel so bad... Nov 01 01:08:35 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:08:38 I know Nov 01 01:08:50 I feel the same when I'm lusting after your wife Nov 01 01:09:03 * HH stops, looking at him Nov 01 01:09:12 You what now?! Nov 01 01:09:34 * Morgan manages to look serious for a good two seconds before he snorts and starts laughing Nov 01 01:09:48 * HH laughs, shoving him Nov 01 01:09:50 Sorry... it was too good an opportunity to miss Nov 01 01:09:56 Prick. Nov 01 01:10:24 Your wife's very pretty, and I love her very much but... I've got eyes for no-one but Molly Nov 01 01:11:35 * HH nods "Be a bit of a nightmare runnin' into a Florrie of Dietlinde though!" Nov 01 01:12:10 * Morgan looks to concentrate as he thinks his way through that Nov 01 01:12:28 You know, someone who looks just th' same Nov 01 01:13:37 No... no, I think... she wouldn't be Dietlinde, so I wouldn't have any draw to her... Its strange, but I feel like I'm moving on... finally. Nov 01 01:13:48 * HH nods Nov 01 01:14:36 Like you're not part of the Dietlinde-Morgan unit now, an' have become yer own person? Nov 01 01:14:49 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:15:10 Like I'm letting her go... still can't let go of Jana though Nov 01 01:15:26 Why y' reckon that is? Nov 01 01:15:35 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 01:15:46 I don't know you ever get over losing a child Nov 01 01:16:11 I hope I ne'er have to find that out meself Nov 01 01:16:24 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:16:28 Me too man, really Nov 01 01:16:33 * HH nods Nov 01 01:16:47 Stay nearby, got a better chance of never feeling it Nov 01 01:17:05 *he nods* Better keep close to Molly so she can be the healer of my worlds. Nov 01 01:17:33 Exactly. Nov 01 01:18:08 Pretty fancy titles... sounds like yer gonna make a lotta magic babes Nov 01 01:18:38 All of em, I think... and they're all better than what they called me when they were trying to explain what I'm supposed to be doing Nov 01 01:18:52 Wassat? Nov 01 01:19:02 * Morgan opens his mouth before shaking his head Nov 01 01:19:07 No, I don't think I'll tell you that Nov 01 01:19:34 You tell me, an' I don't tell Inga you confessed to lusting after her, Nov 01 01:20:41 Man, I faced down the Nieblungen on several occasions, thats not going to bother me Nov 01 01:20:59 Specially since I can get Molly to forewarn her... from here... Nov 01 01:22:26 But you gotta admit those words came outta your mouth, and Molly will have that look of worry about whether yer fantasising about another woman, like... *he chews his lower lip looking concerned, just like she does* Nov 01 01:22:51 Thats not bad man, we'll get you in a pretty dress and I'll marry you instead... Nov 01 01:23:32 Nah, that's not a path I'd be willing to tread... to have trodden Nov 01 01:23:41 Or have trodden* Nov 01 01:23:58 * Morgan looks round Nov 01 01:24:10 They said I was supposed to guide others... like a sheepdog... Nov 01 01:24:19 * HH starts laughing Nov 01 01:24:22 Oh man! Nov 01 01:24:59 Aye, I wasn't terribly impressed Nov 01 01:25:12 * HH starts to frown Nov 01 01:25:24 That makes me a sheep. Nov 01 01:25:58 I wouldn't be too upset... given how _literal_ they can be, its a miracle they managed to find a euphemism at all Nov 01 01:26:07 * HH nods Nov 01 01:26:38 Weird chaps... are they chaps? Didn't see any bubbies Nov 01 01:26:58 There are women... Nov 01 01:27:19 * HH nods Nov 01 01:27:37 Wouldn' wanna live somewhere with no bubbies! Nov 01 01:27:51 No, it wouldn't be much fun Nov 01 01:28:16 Nope. What would we use as pillows then? Nov 01 01:28:28 pillows Nov 01 01:29:19 Accordin' to Inga some pillows are too hard for sleepin' but great for th' other use Nov 01 01:30:01 Under the hips? Nov 01 01:30:08 Yep Nov 01 01:30:21 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:30:26 You can thank Stef for that Nov 01 01:31:01 Inga already did. Stick it under yers, let her go on top, works like that too Nov 01 01:31:27 Oh really? Nov 01 01:31:42 * HH nods Nov 01 01:32:20 Small square one is best Nov 01 01:32:53 So its not in the way of her knees... Nov 01 01:33:02 * HH nods Nov 01 01:33:06 You got it Nov 01 01:33:13 Practical, me Nov 01 01:33:38 An' conventional, according to my wife Nov 01 01:33:47 Poor thing has no idea Nov 01 01:34:18 She's just been in the stable too. So tempted to tell 'er, man Nov 01 01:34:53 As long as it wouldn't damage her opinion of me, have at it... though I won't be surprised if Molly has let slip Nov 01 01:35:20 Boastin'. That's what they do. It's like a status thing or summat Nov 01 01:35:37 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:35:49 She have nightmares in the end? Nov 01 01:36:18 Nope, I made sure she was all relaxed b'fore sleep Nov 01 01:36:51 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:36:52 good Nov 01 01:37:09 Molly never had nightmares from it? Nov 01 01:37:24 No... surprising really Nov 01 01:37:35 * HH nods Nov 01 01:38:00 Inga's not prone to them Nov 01 01:38:08 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:38:21 Thats good... I think I have enough for all of us Nov 01 01:38:29 * HH nods Nov 01 01:38:37 Molly not have them now? Nov 01 01:38:49 Not often, no Nov 01 01:39:11 * HH nods Nov 01 01:39:49 Just gotta get rid of yers, dream of dumb stuff like losing yer load and filling a room! Nov 01 01:40:18 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:40:51 Still can't get over 'er saying it didn't taste like milk or paint! Nov 01 01:40:56 I'm torn man... do I work on accepting my scars and making it so Varick isn't upset by them... since they're part of me... or do I let Molly try to remove em? Nov 01 01:41:40 Dunno, man. I know what I'd do, but it's yer call Nov 01 01:42:32 You'd get them all smoothed out like a wrinkled shirt and not give it another thought... Nov 01 01:42:40 Fuck no Nov 01 01:42:46 No? Nov 01 01:44:35 I'd teach my boy it's okay to get through life a bit dinged up but making it through yer adversities. An' that it's okay for people to look different. Nov 01 01:45:29 Huh... Nov 01 01:45:36 What? Nov 01 01:45:51 Just... not what I expected... and I'm a bit more than a bit dinged up Nov 01 01:46:50 What would y' want if he got scars like that? Him to be at peace with what he'd been through an' who he is, or hate his body and wanna change it? Nov 01 01:47:38 But he doesn't need to have those... Nov 01 01:48:36 But it's part of life, man. Can't let her go around making everyone perfect Nov 01 01:49:16 I suppose you wouldn't want that competition Nov 01 01:49:26 * Morgan smiles almost sadly Nov 01 01:49:31 Nope *he grins* Nov 01 01:49:43 * HH puts an arm round his shoulder Nov 01 01:50:01 They"re another link to Dietlinde that y' might let go of? Nov 01 01:50:54 I used to see the burns as proof of a failure... now I see them as proof that I really did try to get to them... but do I really need that? But... but I hadn't considered the message it would send to my son Nov 01 01:51:31 Big decision. What's Molly say? She prefer to unwrinkle you? Nov 01 01:51:58 She prefers to do whatever will bring me peace.... She's glad I no longer see them as a sign of failure Nov 01 01:52:07 * HH nods Nov 01 01:52:28 You keep yer shirt on with 'er to protect her from them? Nov 01 01:52:41 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 01:54:26 That's summat. Would suck to have to do that Nov 01 01:54:40 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:54:51 Aye, it would... it would drive a wedge between us I think Nov 01 01:55:02 * HH nods Nov 01 01:55:30 You an' Molly don't need that, you've dealt with enough Nov 01 01:56:33 aye... Nov 01 01:57:17 I'm hearin' things are gettin even better Nov 01 01:57:57 * Morgan nods Nov 01 01:58:01 Aye, they are man Nov 01 01:58:09 * HH smiles Nov 01 01:58:26 Glad for you man. They wittered on for ages about that sewing box Nov 01 01:59:31 Really? Nov 01 01:59:37 * HH nods Nov 01 02:00:12 Oh yeah. Way bigger a deal than I thought, to me a box is just a box Nov 01 02:00:40 Its... its me not holding parts of my life away from her though, isn't it Nov 01 02:00:48 * HH nods Nov 01 02:01:58 It's like you were both making an extra seat at the table. Sometimes the seat is the other end, sometimes it's right between y', but yer always conscious of the empty chair. Nov 01 02:02:55 * Morgan nods Nov 01 02:04:36 An' it doesn't work, man. You can't have three people in a marriage, an' it's like you were both acting like there was. Taking away that empty chair about the sewing box seems to matter to the womenfolk. Nov 01 02:04:51 * Morgan nods Nov 01 02:04:53 I agree Nov 01 02:05:37 Seems to me that it's not just you that has to move on, if I'm honest Nov 01 02:05:47 No? Nov 01 02:07:19 Think about that unease on the way to Graben with that song about wanting the long blonde hair and stuff b'cause he'd want her so much... stuff like that, shouldn't get to her, but it definitely seemed to Nov 01 02:08:28 * Morgan nods Nov 01 02:08:32 Aye, you're right Nov 01 02:09:25 * HH watches him "women, man... make yer head explode" Nov 01 02:10:39 * Morgan snorts Nov 01 02:10:41 Dickhead Nov 01 02:10:56 No, like her brain head Nov 01 02:11:02 Yer* Nov 01 02:11:30 * Morgan laughs Nov 01 02:12:31 Come on, let's go see the Mother Of The Many, and the future mother of Heinzharold, thirteenth of his name. Nov 01 02:13:29 * Morgan nods Nov 01 02:13:49 Feels good knowing I can tell you everything and not have them dicking about trying to undo it Nov 01 02:14:16 Stickin' their fingers in and poking inside my head... Nov 01 02:14:59 Probably just make you drink something like they did with everyone here last time Nov 01 02:15:05 * HH nods Nov 01 02:15:19 Who doesn't accept a free pint, eh? Nov 01 02:17:13 *They get to the house. Mia and Katherine are in the hall looking like they should be working, but instead they're giggling and whispering and looking at Heinzharold* Nov 01 02:18:01 * HH has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Nov 01 02:19:11 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 01 10:58:45 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Nov 01 12:28:15 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 01 13:54:57 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Nov 01 14:06:28 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 01 14:07:06 * MollyK is now known as HH Nov 01 14:07:20 * HH watches them a bit suspiciously Nov 01 14:08:28 * Morgan wanders towards them Nov 01 14:08:36 Ladies... good to see you Nov 01 14:09:00 M: It's proper good to see you, my Lord Nov 01 14:09:16 *Katherine nods, watching HH* Nov 01 14:10:25 This is HeinzHarold... his wife is Molly's friend Inga, I imagine you've seen her already? Nov 01 14:10:44 K: We took up coffee Nov 01 14:11:09 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:11:12 How've you been? Nov 01 14:11:36 *Mia smiles* We both have our own houses now Nov 01 14:12:13 Excellent, I'm glad to hear that Nov 01 14:12:36 * HH looks to Morgan "Are these th' special maids then?" Nov 01 14:13:16 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:13:24 Aye, they are Nov 01 14:14:13 * HH smiles "Thanks for taking care o' my friends. Not sure how he'd fare without 'er" Nov 01 14:15:19 *both girls are smiling at HH, much like girls started to when they were about twelve and have ever since* Nov 01 14:15:47 Are we in the same rooms as before? Nov 01 14:16:20 K: in the nursery suite but you're in a different bedroom Nov 01 14:16:55 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:16:58 So what's the gossip? Nov 01 14:19:04 M: Ana doesn't work here now Nov 01 14:19:58 No? Shame, I would've liked to have seen her... what's she doing now? Nov 01 14:22:53 M: Just at home with her children. Her husband was proper happy about being able to support them just himself now Nov 01 14:23:42 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:23:44 Understandable Nov 01 14:24:45 K: She only lives in town, I bet she'd love see you Nov 01 14:25:22 Might call on them after the service this evening... Nov 01 14:26:36 *Katherine gives directions* Nov 01 14:27:18 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:27:21 Reckon I can find that Nov 01 14:28:31 *He senses a presence behind them* Nov 01 14:29:07 * Morgan looks round Nov 01 14:31:10 *The housekeeper, Frau Liebstern, stands with her arms folded* Nov 01 14:32:00 * Morgan smiles brightly at her Nov 01 14:32:18 Frau Liebsten, how are you? Nov 01 14:32:49 Fl: Well, your Excellency Nov 01 14:33:44 I'm glad to hear it... Mia and Katherine were just giving us some directions... *he looks to Mia* is there enough coffee in our rooms for all of us? Nov 01 14:34:24 M: Yes, your Excellency Nov 01 14:35:23 * Morgan looks at Frau Liebstern Nov 01 14:35:32 Lets hope for a less stressful visit this time Nov 01 14:36:11 FL: Yes, your Excellency Nov 01 14:36:23 * Morgan nods slightly Nov 01 14:36:31 Feel free to continue your duties, Frau Liebstern Nov 01 14:37:49 *She curtsies, expression tight* yes, your Excellency *she goes towards the kitchen* Nov 01 14:38:23 * HH grins at the girls "I've seen sweeter lemons!" Nov 01 14:38:33 *they start giggling* Nov 01 14:39:01 We'll let you get on before she gets it in her head to take it out on you Nov 01 14:40:44 *they both curtsey, giggling and whispering as they go* Nov 01 14:41:01 * Morgan starts walking in the direction of the nursery Nov 01 14:41:22 * HH watches them before following "seem like sweet kids." Nov 01 14:41:30 They're lovely Nov 01 14:43:58 * HH nods. Their progress is steady, but he can so clearly remember running through these halls and up these stairs when Molly finally asked for him to come to be with her when time was short Nov 01 14:44:20 * Morgan blows out a breath slowly Nov 01 14:46:06 You okay, man? Nov 01 14:46:15 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:46:29 just... hitting me a bit Nov 01 14:47:36 Need a hug? Nov 01 14:47:45 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:47:51 * HH hugs him Nov 01 14:48:16 I shoulda been 'ere, man, not frolickin' in the sun. Nov 01 14:49:01 No... no, you shouldn't put your life on hold for me Nov 01 14:50:27 * HH holds him tight Nov 01 14:51:00 Gonna be okay 'ere? If you want we'll stay with Varick an' you an' Molly can find an inn Nov 01 14:51:29 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 14:51:44 No, we'll be alright. Come on, lets get upstairs Nov 01 14:54:21 * HH nods. The nursery suite isn't changed, and Varick seems at ease here. Molly and Inga are stood up drinking coffee. Nov 01 14:54:51 V: Now I can show you around too! Come on, Heinzharold! Nov 01 14:54:59 * Morgan pours himself some coffee Nov 01 14:55:45 * HH goes with Varick to his room first. Inga goes to put more wood on the fire. Nov 01 14:55:49 * HH is now known as Molly Nov 01 14:56:12 * Molly comes to stand with Morgan "How was it, my love?" Nov 01 14:56:53 I've had worse I suppose Nov 01 14:58:27 * Molly nods, looking around Nov 01 14:58:35 Do we need to talk about it? Nov 01 14:59:02 probably Nov 01 15:02:14 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 01 15:59:17 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 01 16:00:17 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 01 16:00:25 *Varick then shows HH the bathroom, and Inga goes with them* Nov 01 16:00:44 Properly alone, or just in our room? Nov 01 16:04:50 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Nov 01 16:06:29 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Nov 01 16:10:23 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 01 16:10:23 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 01 16:34:03 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 01 16:38:32 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 01 16:38:50 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 01 16:39:01 [15:47:44] MollyK: Properly alone, or just in our room? Nov 01 16:39:19 Depends if you think we'll be overheard Nov 01 16:40:12 * MollyK smiles distractedly "I am hoping the soundproofing is good. But if you'd prefer to take a walk..." Nov 01 16:40:50 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 16:40:52 We can do Nov 01 16:41:27 * MollyK watches him, looking for signs that he is ill at ease. Meanwhile the others are still exploring Nov 01 16:41:49 V: This is the room Mama nearly died in... Nov 01 16:42:53 * Morgan flinches, looking round Nov 01 16:44:19 * MollyK sighs. Varick seems fine. HH and Inga seem a little solemn. Nov 01 16:49:26 * Morgan sighs Nov 01 16:49:32 We're going to take a little walk Nov 01 16:49:46 $need to catch her up on our diminutive statured friends$ Nov 01 16:51:44 HH: no worries man Nov 01 16:53:29 * MollyK puts her coat on, walking the familiar route out into the gardens quietly. It's getting colder, but at least they're alone. She sits on a low wall away from the house Nov 01 16:53:39 Alright, my love. Are you okay? Nov 01 16:53:56 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:54:08 I didn't expect the memories to affect me so strongly Nov 01 16:55:25 * MollyK nods Nov 01 16:55:34 You will come to me for help, yes. Nov 01 16:55:36 ? Nov 01 16:56:00 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:56:04 If I need to, yes Nov 01 16:56:42 * MollyK nods Nov 01 16:57:06 It was difficult for you, and it is not surprising that you are finding it tough to come back Nov 01 16:57:15 * Morgan nods, sighing Nov 01 16:57:17 I suppose so Nov 01 16:58:03 * MollyK offers her hand Nov 01 16:58:10 * Morgan takes it Nov 01 16:58:32 * MollyK still hasn't remembered gloves, her hand cool Nov 01 16:58:38 What did they say? Nov 01 16:59:17 Nothing of any use... they can see some futures now, some of my dreams, but not all. Nov 01 16:59:59 Oh... then why did we need to urgently discuss them? Nov 01 17:00:42 We... didn't... I had questions and wanted them out of the way, thats all Nov 01 17:01:06 * MollyK nods Nov 01 17:01:16 What questions? Nov 01 17:02:11 A few things... why they can't appear to people who aren't moving... whether or not they will meddle if we tell a select few people about... everything. Whats in the Sudlache Nov 01 17:02:30 * MollyK 's brows raise Nov 01 17:02:34 And the answers? Nov 01 17:03:34 They need to feel the movement of their essence upon the land or sea to know where they are... certain people are permitted, but they are concerned we will tell someone with, I quote, bad intentions... and many things Nov 01 17:04:49 * MollyK nods Nov 01 17:05:15 Does that surprise you? Nov 01 17:05:26 Which bit? Nov 01 17:05:32 * Morgan blows on her fingers Nov 01 17:06:04 Any-... *she watches him a moment before blinking* ... any of it? Nov 01 17:07:08 The first... it explains why they could not help when we were trying to get back from the woods... the last, well... thats typically vague... when pressed about whether or not in held monsters... several. Nov 01 17:07:15 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 01 17:07:20 Might just continue to stay out of the water Nov 01 17:07:27 * MollyK nods Nov 01 17:07:38 Were you considering swimming in it? Nov 01 17:07:49 It... occurred to me Nov 01 17:07:55 * MollyK smiles Nov 01 17:08:31 You are missing Edward's lake? Nov 01 17:09:24 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:11:24 As for who they will allow us to tell... HeinzHarold, twelfth of his name, Sebastien of the Sea, Edward the Penitent... and... ummm Nov 01 17:11:31 * MollyK giggles Nov 01 17:11:36 Sorry, who?! Nov 01 17:11:54 Thats what the Nieblungen know them as.... Nov 01 17:12:15 * MollyK 's brows raise "those are rather... unusual" Nov 01 17:12:28 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:13:00 And, ummm.... The woman Claudia Nov 01 17:14:10 Oh dear. Nov 01 17:14:20 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:14:21 Quite Nov 01 17:15:41 Maybe it would be best to forget that one Nov 01 17:15:51 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:15:59 It did rather make me curious as to what they call us... Nov 01 17:17:46 * MollyK murmurs "Sheepdog And Frau Sheepdog..." Nov 01 17:18:06 Surprisingly... no Nov 01 17:19:25 What do they call us? *she looks intrigued* Nov 01 17:20:17 They call you The Mother of the Many... The Girl who Wanders, obviously... and The Healer of Worlds... they didn't tell me any of the others Nov 01 17:23:45 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Nov 01 18:12:56 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 01 18:13:08 Maybe it would be best to forget that one Nov 01 18:13:09 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:13:09 It did rather make me curious as to what they call us... Nov 01 18:13:09 * MollyK murmurs "Sheepdog And Frau Sheepdog..." Nov 01 18:13:09 Surprisingly... no Nov 01 18:13:11 What do they call us? *she looks intrigued* Nov 01 18:13:13 They call you The Mother of the Many... The Girl who Wanders, obviously... and The Healer of Worlds... they didn't tell me any of the others Nov 01 18:13:32 * MollyK nods a little Nov 01 18:13:56 But I do not think nine children is all that many, and that is what the plate said Nov 01 18:14:37 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:14:45 Consider my parents had two... as did Joseff Nov 01 18:15:20 I suppose so, but my Mother had thirteen, my grandmothers seven and eight Nov 01 18:15:55 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:16:15 That is a fairly large number Nov 01 18:16:49 So eight by birth is not a 'Many' for my family *she smiles* Nov 01 18:17:09 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:17:56 The plate is from our marriage, not all children either of us have? Nov 01 18:18:26 The plate shows the children from our union, yes Nov 01 18:18:32 * MollyK nods Nov 01 18:18:51 So it is not adding one or two extra from your first marriage Nov 01 18:19:10 Someone suggested we adopt a... cub... No, no it isn't. Nov 01 18:19:22 * MollyK nods Nov 01 18:19:36 Perhaps the many will be adopted children then Nov 01 18:20:12 maybe Nov 01 18:20:29 You have another theory, my love? Nov 01 18:20:47 Just that nine _is_ many Nov 01 18:20:58 * MollyK smiles Nov 01 18:21:16 I am sure it will feel like that once they are all playing noisily! Nov 01 18:21:51 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:21:54 I'd imagine so Nov 01 18:22:18 What else did they say? Nov 01 18:23:14 That Sebastien feels the draw stronger and farther than other men... they're going to try to eliminate that providing I do not die, and put someone he can love in his path... its not fair to make him sit in limbo just in case Nov 01 18:24:46 * MollyK nods "absolutely. And that way if I refused to fall in love with him if something happened to you , he would not be alone Nov 01 18:25:18 Thats something to discuss with them... they are adamant the convergence, so on so forth Nov 01 18:28:54 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Nov 01 18:32:13 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 01 18:32:20 [18:17:17] • ​MollyK​ nods "despite what I may want" Nov 01 18:33:01 I'm afraid so. So I'm going to try my damndest not to die Nov 01 18:33:07 Oh, that reminds me... Nov 01 18:33:12 Yes? Nov 01 18:34:26 I was concerned that... what happened on the way to Graben would trigger it... but I wasn't dead long enough Nov 01 18:34:38 * MollyK frowns slightly Nov 01 18:34:47 There is a time limit? Nov 01 18:34:53 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:35:12 Your developing feelings for Sebastien of the Sea.... I'd need to be gone for six months Nov 01 18:35:41 * MollyK grimaces "the thought of you being gone so long..." Nov 01 18:36:08 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:36:13 Going to try really hard not to Nov 01 18:36:26 * MollyK nods Nov 01 18:36:57 And if you do, but you could stay behind on Theah in spirit? Nov 01 18:37:30 Would I? Would it be fair to you? Nov 01 18:38:10 Would it be fair to _you_, seeing what you did when you died? Nov 01 18:39:07 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 18:40:16 Has a nice ring to it, doesn't it? Sebastien of the Seas Nov 01 18:40:27 * MollyK nods Nov 01 18:40:32 Yes it does Nov 01 18:41:53 Would you like to have been Morgan of the Seas instead of Sheepdog? Nov 01 18:42:10 * Morgan grimaces Nov 01 18:42:22 That is _not_ what they call me... but... it would've been nice Nov 01 18:42:34 What do they call you Nov 01 18:43:06 One of them is the righteous man... I think thats a bit pretentious Nov 01 18:43:21 /me shakes her head, smiling Nov 01 18:43:27 I think it's perfect Nov 01 18:43:41 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 18:43:49 I think... its the least accurate Nov 01 18:44:09 We will agree to disagree then? Nov 01 18:44:20 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:45:28 What were the others? Nov 01 18:46:15 The Father of the Mages... Nov 01 18:47:06 * MollyK nods thoughtfully Nov 01 18:47:47 Which would imply Jana might have had a talent when the ball in the summerhouse broke Nov 01 18:48:06 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:48:07 Indeed Nov 01 18:48:58 Eight more magic users... plus a possibility of six from Edward and one from Jarvie... Nov 01 18:49:14 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:49:41 Jarvie has asked as Edward has, that we care for their children if something happens to them... while I think of it... Nov 01 18:51:01 * MollyK nods Nov 01 18:51:10 What is seven more, hmm? Nov 01 18:52:28 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:52:44 That is of course not my first choice of eventualities Nov 01 18:53:46 Nor mine Nov 01 18:54:55 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:56:57 That is not a bad name though. Were there others? Nov 01 18:57:47 They only told me one more... The Broken Warrior Nov 01 18:58:18 Ohhh now that definitely suits! Nov 01 18:59:13 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:59:15 I think so Nov 01 18:59:32 * MollyK smiles, watching him Nov 01 18:59:42 Do you still feel like a warrior? Nov 01 19:00:09 I suppose... I do Nov 01 19:00:58 * MollyK nods Nov 01 19:01:01 And broken? Nov 01 19:01:16 Still in some ways I suppose Nov 01 19:01:29 The Mending Warrior? Nov 01 19:01:57 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 01 19:02:00 Doesn't sound so poetic Nov 01 19:02:09 No... Nov 01 19:03:13 HeinzHarold thinks I should leave my scars as they are Nov 01 19:03:31 Does he? Why, my love? Nov 01 19:04:40 Because it could teach Varick and our children about accepting the things that have happened... Nov 01 19:04:48 * MollyK nods Nov 01 19:04:56 It is a good point Nov 01 19:05:03 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 01 19:05:50 What about if I lessen them, but they remain? Less troubling to you and anyone else, but still making the point Nov 01 19:06:08 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:06:12 I'll have to think about it Nov 01 19:07:12 I think you must know from how I kiss and lick your skin there that they do not bother me Nov 01 19:07:40 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:07:43 I do Nov 01 19:08:02 * MollyK smiles Nov 01 19:08:06 Good Nov 01 19:09:46 Did you see Mia and Katherine? Nov 01 19:09:53 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:10:10 While they were ogling HeinzHarold... I've got Ana's address, perhaps we could visit after the service Nov 01 19:10:24 * MollyK smiles Nov 01 19:10:30 Yes please Nov 01 19:11:02 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:11:15 Fraun Liebstern is still miserable Nov 01 19:11:40 Housekeepers usually are *she smirks* Nov 01 19:12:23 She piques a desire to be as awkward as possible... Nov 01 19:12:41 * MollyK giggles Nov 01 19:13:23 I hope that is the only desire she piques, mon petit chou! *she looks to be teasing her mercilessly* Nov 01 19:14:06 Him* Nov 01 19:14:47 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 19:14:59 Also difficult Nov 01 19:15:18 * MollyK nods Nov 01 19:15:39 Not much has changed since we were here Nov 01 19:16:34 No... thats not a bad thing, I think Nov 01 19:16:44 * MollyK nods Nov 01 19:16:53 I am sure even though out Nov 01 19:17:18 R stall wall is gone, Edward and Mina's corridor remains Nov 01 19:18:01 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:18:03 Aye Nov 01 19:18:38 * MollyK nods Nov 01 19:18:49 Was there any more, my love? Nov 01 19:19:57 They _can_ assist in removing the effects of the herbs, but they aren't sure if it would go against their agreements... Nov 01 19:23:04 Oh. *she frowns slightly, watching him* would you want that? Nov 01 19:23:47 It is merely an option... Nov 01 19:24:41 ...but...? Nov 01 19:25:17 Just something to keep in mind if things do not progress properly... Nov 01 19:25:44 * MollyK chews her lip Nov 01 19:25:52 You are worried they will not? Nov 01 19:26:23 I have no idea... it is not my area of expertise Nov 01 19:27:51 * MollyK nods "we will see, I suppose" Nov 01 19:28:25 * Morgan nods, looking at her speculatively Nov 01 19:28:53 What, my love? Nov 01 19:29:17 Just wondering if you want to hear what they can see Nov 01 19:29:44 * MollyK nods Nov 01 19:29:47 Yes, I do Nov 01 19:32:07 The paths they can see... a child or two 'in development' by the end of this year Nov 01 19:32:13 * MollyK smiles Nov 01 19:32:23 And how do you feel about that? Nov 01 19:32:42 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 01 19:32:44 impatient Nov 01 19:32:51 * MollyK smiles Nov 01 19:33:05 You would be happier for by the end of this week, hmm? Nov 01 19:34:47 I would, actually Nov 01 19:34:59 * MollyK giggles Nov 01 19:35:07 Or by the end of the day! Nov 01 19:35:25 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:35:31 frankly... yes Nov 01 19:35:53 * MollyK smiles, kissing his cheek Nov 01 19:36:02 You want them to meddle then? Nov 01 19:37:04 Given the timings, its probably not a good idea Nov 01 19:37:20 * MollyK nods Nov 01 19:39:41 We do not know if I would have any sickness, and that could be quite unpleasant at sea Nov 01 19:40:08 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:40:11 indeed Nov 01 19:40:29 The summer would be better really Nov 01 19:41:37 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:41:41 Aye, it would Nov 01 19:42:09 We had best get to practising then, my love *she smiles, getting off the wall* Nov 01 19:42:27 I suppose so Nov 01 19:43:09 * MollyK goes to say something, then shuts her mouth promptly Nov 01 19:43:29 What? Nov 01 19:43:50 Just that last night really is not practicing! Nov 01 19:45:14 No... no definitely not Nov 01 19:45:27 * MollyK smiles a little Nov 01 19:46:05 There's still the same couch you urgently made love to me on once I was healed Nov 01 19:47:06 Is there? Nov 01 19:47:12 * MollyK nods Nov 01 19:47:22 Ahh, when we were so much more innocent Nov 01 19:47:30 * MollyK giggles Nov 01 19:47:43 We even locked the door then! Nov 01 19:48:36 * Morgan nods, smiling for a moment before his face darkens Nov 01 19:48:44 Have you heard who is coming for dinner? Nov 01 19:49:28 Not Isiah? Nov 01 19:50:24 No... Nov 01 19:50:35 Who, my love? Nov 01 19:51:27 Sabine Nov 01 19:51:44 * MollyK takes a long inhale through her nose Nov 01 19:52:36 I knew she had done a painting for His Grace that has been freshly added to the gallery and she was coming to dinner before unveiling it to him, I just did not know it was tonight Nov 01 19:52:59 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:53:03 I'm concerned for Inga Nov 01 19:53:16 Should we just have her watch Varick? Nov 01 19:55:20 And HeinzHarold. I don't want her near him Nov 01 19:55:42 Why so, my love? Nov 01 19:56:41 Because if Inga gets wind of what _she_ is like, she'll worry what she's said to him... what she's trying... Nov 01 19:56:54 * MollyK nods, frowning a little Nov 01 19:57:15 I do recall her manner with you made me feel somewhat jealous before Nov 01 19:57:30 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:58:22 I think we ought to go back. It's so rare to have a bathroom with hot running water Nov 01 19:59:06 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 19:59:17 If you wish but... hot water is not an issue Nov 01 20:00:22 No, I know, but normally there's all the bailing to do afterwards too. It's unlikely we'll have such an easy opportunity again! Nov 01 20:01:10 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:01:12 Alright my love Nov 01 20:01:36 It will give you some time to play with Varick also Nov 01 20:02:44 * Morgan smiles Nov 01 20:02:55 Now that I'm happy to do Nov 01 20:03:32 Watching me bathe is less appealing, hmm? *she sticks her tongue out at him as they walk along* Nov 01 20:04:11 You know that is not the case... Nov 01 20:05:24 Mmhmm... I know you like to watch, there's a particular yardstick that gives a very solid indication of the fact! *She smirks before darting off out of reach* Nov 01 20:06:37 Run away all you like, in a few hours we'll end up in the same room, all alone... Nov 01 20:06:56 Only if you catch me, mon petit chou! Nov 01 20:08:51 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 20:08:55 You'll come to me eventually Nov 01 20:09:50 Or _on_? *she grins, bolting inside one of the house doors* Nov 01 20:10:13 * Morgan smirks, following her at a normal pace Nov 01 20:10:40 *when he gets in the door, there's no sign of her* Nov 01 20:11:22 * Morgan follows her general location on his internal compass Nov 01 20:12:04 * MollyK is just behind him, she must be tucked into an alcove waiting to jump out or similar Nov 01 20:13:15 * Morgan turns, facing her direction before stepping in front of the alcove Nov 01 20:13:47 * MollyK jumps, not expecting him, with a little yelp Nov 01 20:14:18 * Morgan lifts her onto his shoulder, carrying her towards the stairs Nov 01 20:14:30 Well, that didn't go as planned, did it young lady Nov 01 20:14:48 * MollyK giggles, and then slaps his bottom gently Nov 01 20:15:07 * Morgan returns the favour Nov 01 20:15:46 * MollyK moans unexpectedly, and it echoes slightly in the corridor they are in Nov 01 20:16:43 Uhhh... shush, we don't need gossip echoing round this place Nov 01 20:17:06 You caused it, my love! *she giggles again* Nov 01 20:18:01 * Morgan spins her round a couple of times before heading for the stairs Nov 01 20:18:18 * MollyK clings on tight Nov 01 20:18:32 I must say though, the view is spectacular Nov 01 20:19:04 Oh? Nov 01 20:19:16 Mmmhmmm, your lovely bottom Nov 01 20:20:11 * Morgan carries her to the nursery Nov 01 20:20:46 *HH and Inga are playing cards on the floor with Varick. All three look up* Nov 01 20:21:40 HH: $caught yourself something tasty?$ Nov 01 20:22:12 * Morgan sticks his tongue out at them before plonking Molly on a couch Nov 01 20:22:18 V: Why are you carrying Mama? Did she have a tantrum? Nov 01 20:23:06 * MollyK raises an eyebrow [capturing me and bringing me back to _this_ couch...] Nov 01 20:23:57 No, Varick, we're just playing Nov 01 20:24:32 V: Will you play cards with us? Nov 01 20:25:12 Mama's going to have a bath... I wondered if perhaps you'd like to do some roughhousing? Nov 01 20:25:35 *Varick and HH both say* Yeah! Nov 01 20:26:19 * MollyK kisses Varick's crown before going to the room that used to be Claudia's to fetch clothing Nov 01 20:28:15 * Morgan gets down on the floor, kneeling Nov 01 20:28:20 Come on then young man, have at it Nov 01 20:28:39 * MollyK is now known as Varick Nov 01 20:28:59 * Varick launches himself at Morgan for a full body tackle Nov 01 20:31:15 * Varick really enjoys this, getting a little too rough a couple of times Nov 01 20:32:37 HH: $want me to tag in, man?$ Nov 01 20:33:57 * Morgan nods, throwing Varick at HeinzHarold Nov 01 20:36:07 **HH does this for a good while, and even Inga has a little go, Varick being gentler. Molly has been in and out from the bath by the time they are done, getting herself dressed.* Nov 01 20:36:23 That was fun, Papa, and no one got hurt! Nov 01 20:36:31 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:36:52 You're stronger than you seem... you need to start thinking about how much of that strength to use... Nov 01 20:37:16 How do I know? Nov 01 20:37:57 A couple of times you were a little bit too rough... do you think you can figure out when it was? When were you putting your all into it? Nov 01 20:38:15 * Varick thinks Nov 01 20:38:21 I don't know Nov 01 20:38:48 * Morgan nods, gently pointing out the couple of times he was too rough Nov 01 20:38:57 * Varick accepts it Nov 01 20:39:02 Sorry, Papa. Nov 01 20:39:35 * Morgan pulls him into his lap, kissing his crown Nov 01 20:39:55 Its alright... its all of us learning about it, isn't it? Nov 01 20:40:12 * Varick nods Nov 01 20:40:22 I'm really hungry now Nov 01 20:40:52 I thought you might be... Shall we see if we can get someone to bring you some food Nov 01 20:45:44 ACTION nods. Mia and Katherine are the ones that bring it, and Varick is ready pleased to see them. Molly lets them know HH and Inga will be making the best of their babysitting duties by enjoying a rare meal just the two of them, and she and Morgan will be back for dinner after evening service in town. This seems to be no problem. It's twenty Nov 01 20:45:45 before six when they have said goodnight to Varick and go to the stables to get a horse to take. This time Molly has forgotten her cloak, so borrows one from the ones left behind by guests. She walks to the stables. Nov 01 20:46:12 If Heinzharold or Claudia see us go in there together you'll never hear the end of it... Nov 01 20:46:17 * Varick is now known as Molly Nov 01 20:47:00 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 20:47:13 You keep forgetting things... everything ok? Nov 01 20:47:31 * Molly smiles Nov 01 20:47:44 I am frequently distracted by thoughts of you Nov 01 20:48:35 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:50:15 Do you wish to go in and saddle up, my love? Nov 01 20:50:59 * Morgan nods, heading into the stable Nov 01 20:54:09 *the fondly-remembered wall is gone, as is the smokey smell. The palomino is soon ready to go, and they have to take a lamp with them as it is fully dark* Nov 01 20:54:50 I would imagine Stef and Kristoff will be more relaxed now they have returned from their trip with His Grace Nov 01 20:56:10 I would think so, aye Nov 01 20:57:13 It is not easy, is it, not being alone together when you are used to living so? Nov 01 20:57:52 No, it really isn't Nov 01 20:58:07 Do you feel that often with us? Nov 01 20:58:23 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:58:27 Aye, I do at times Nov 01 20:59:30 * Molly nods Nov 01 21:00:17 Me too, my love. Whilst we were on honeymoon and lived in Innesbruck with all the staff having their own homes was nice Nov 01 21:01:04 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:01:06 Yes, it was Nov 01 21:02:02 Do you miss the simplicity of our cottage at Catherine's? Nov 01 21:02:45 Now and then, yes... it was... simpler, sort of Nov 01 21:03:29 * Molly nods. She rests back against him Nov 01 21:04:21 I think we should plead tiredness from our journeying tonight Nov 01 21:05:38 Oh? Nov 01 21:06:05 That way I am not subjected to Sabine on my own for half an hour! Nov 01 21:06:20 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:06:22 Good idea Nov 01 21:06:43 * Molly nods Nov 01 21:07:02 And a good night's rest will set us in good stead Nov 01 21:08:07 Aye well... I won't be surprised if my nightmares are horrific Nov 01 21:08:18 * Molly nods sadly Nov 01 21:08:28 You will wake me, please. Nov 01 21:08:37 * Morgan sighs Nov 01 21:08:43 I was contemplating just staying awake Nov 01 21:09:07 And then tomorrow you will be anxious you are not alert enough, my love Nov 01 21:10:30 I'll put my second in command on it Nov 01 21:10:46 * Molly sighs Nov 01 21:10:59 I do not like it, my love. Nov 01 21:11:40 Nor do I... Nov 01 21:12:37 I think sleeping would be better, but I will respect your decision... Nov 01 21:14:27 I will consider your objection Nov 01 21:14:43 * Molly tries to tell if he is playing Nov 01 21:14:58 * Morgan isn't Nov 01 21:16:35 If you are not to sleep, where will I find you if _I_ have nightmares and need _you_? Nov 01 21:17:49 * Morgan taps her temple Nov 01 21:17:59 I have no intention of leaving our rooms, except if I need coffee Nov 01 21:18:21 * Molly nods Nov 01 21:19:07 I do not relish it, not after the week we spent sleeping apart here last time, but if that is what you need I will endure Nov 01 21:21:42 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:21:59 I know... I don't _want_ to but... I fear the intensity of my dreams tonight Nov 01 21:22:43 * Molly nods Nov 01 21:24:16 I can understand that... Nov 01 21:25:01 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:31:22 *They arrive in reasonable time, and Stef and Fuchs are there. Molly is soon off talking quietly to her friend whilst townsfolk come to pay their addresses to the Duke. He spots Ana and her husband just as it is time to take their seats on the front row. Molly sits beside him, focusing on the service. But his mind wanders to the dream he had that Nov 01 21:31:22 week, the coffin on the altar here, how the blood had flowed from beneath it onto the draped Fischler banner, the Koertig dagger, blood down her dress, Molly so pale and still in the wooden box.* Nov 01 21:32:20 * Morgan stares fixedly at the altar Nov 01 21:34:00 *thankfully it doesn't happen again, and the service is quite short. Everyone starts to file out, and Stef and Fuchs are available to talk to, as well as Ana Nov 01 21:34:35 * Morgan wanders over to Stef and Fuchs Nov 01 21:34:45 Colonel, may I borrow your wife for a few moments? Nov 01 21:35:07 *He nods* Of course, your Excellency Nov 01 21:36:01 * Morgan takes Stef a small distance away Nov 01 21:36:09 I need your help Nov 01 21:36:58 * Molly is now known as Stef Nov 01 21:37:20 * Stef watches him almost expectantly "what with?" Nov 01 21:37:53 I'm struggling with the memories from our last visit... flashbacks almost... I don't know how to deal with it Nov 01 21:39:35 I find that I need to say to myself "You are safe, this is not happening right now" and to concentrate of something else, like counting in your head, or the sensation of your feet on the ground Nov 01 21:40:06 * Morgan nods, looking round Nov 01 21:40:13 I'm going to have awful nightmares, aren't I? Nov 01 21:40:39 It is tough to know really. Sometimes I think that and I don't Nov 01 21:42:10 I pray that is the case... *he exhales slowly* I have some of her hair... Nov 01 21:44:08 * Stef nods "do you want to walk me home and we'll do it there?" Nov 01 21:44:38 Your husband won't object? Nov 01 21:45:31 * Stef smiles, shaking her head "He has no concerns like that" Nov 01 21:46:09 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:46:29 It won't take long? I'd like to see Ana, is all Nov 01 21:46:38 * Stef nods Nov 01 21:46:50 Five or ten minutes Nov 01 21:48:01 Alright, shall I tell them? Nov 01 21:48:39 *They let Fuchs and Molly know, both of whom are in conversation already, and walk the short route to the house he has been to before. Stef gets him to sit on the floor so she can easily reach his hair Nov 01 21:49:04 * Morgan does so Nov 01 21:49:25 You told Molly about the dream of your late wife that you told me of Nov 01 21:49:38 * Stef starts to undo one braid Nov 01 21:50:15 Earlier today... Nov 01 21:50:29 How do you think that went? Nov 01 21:50:46 Tough to tell... she can be quite guarded about things regarding Dietlinde Nov 01 21:50:54 * Stef runs her fingers through that section to separate it Nov 01 21:51:19 Kristoff can be similar. He wishes to protect me Nov 01 21:52:00 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:52:55 I think it might have surprised her Nov 01 21:53:17 maybe Nov 01 21:53:45 I am ready for the hair now. She was asking me a minute ago if I still get that, and how I deal with that Nov 01 21:54:08 * Morgan hands it to her Nov 01 21:54:10 Oh? Nov 01 21:54:25 * Stef makes a start Nov 01 21:55:23 I don't very often at all now. When I dream of Axel, it is rarely us having sex. But even then, I dream him rarer now than ever Nov 01 21:55:54 Does that trouble you? Nov 01 21:57:08 No, it doesn't. Dreaming of him brought pain when I first awoke. I'd rather think of him in fond reminisce when I will not feel the sudden sadness Nov 01 21:57:43 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:57:47 I can understand that Nov 01 21:58:38 * Stef works on the braids Nov 01 21:59:42 When I do dream of us having sex, I don't tell Kristoff usually Nov 01 21:59:57 It would upset him? Nov 01 22:01:19 No one likes to think of their spouse enjoying sex with someone else. He knows Axel and I had a good sex life, but I can't see any reason to remind him of it. It doesn't help he or I be closer Nov 01 22:01:58 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:02:01 That makes sense Nov 01 22:02:25 Do you think that is wrong? Nov 01 22:02:54 No, I don't think so... Nov 01 22:04:57 If I want to have sex when I wake up, I am choosing to do that with Kristoff, because he is my husband now and who I want to be having sex with. I wouldn't do it if I was going to be imagining Axel whilst we were. _That_ would be wrong, in my mind Nov 01 22:05:20 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:05:31 But if you are aroused because of the dream? Nov 01 22:07:31 That is not something I can control. But I can control the choice then to take that arousal to Kristoff and make the best of my body being primed already. It's about making the choice of what to do with the involuntary reactions of your body Nov 01 22:08:06 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:08:09 I'll think on that Nov 01 22:08:21 * Stef nods Nov 01 22:11:06 *she sounds at ease discussing this in a way that women never normally talk to men, it's very open and trusting* You can't help getting hard when you dream of your first wife, but as long as you aren't using Molly as a physical substitute where you will imagine you were having sex with your first wife instead, or wishing you were, I think that's Nov 01 22:11:06 fair. Nov 01 22:11:31 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:11:54 Are you normally this... unruffled talking about sex? Nov 01 22:12:13 Only to Molly, Mina, and Inga Nov 01 22:12:23 And me, apparently... Nov 01 22:12:43 I think of you as just an extension of Molly in this matter Nov 01 22:13:02 * Morgan nods slightly Nov 01 22:13:05 I can live with that Nov 01 22:13:29 If you'd rather I am not so blunt again, I will not be Nov 01 22:14:18 No no... I actually rather treasure it... there are not many I can be so open with and them open with me about this, particularly as it relates to my loss Nov 01 22:14:38 * Stef nods Nov 01 22:16:13 It helps that you do not feel any discomfort or hurt when I talk about Axel. Most other people I know either feel his loss too, or feel a need to defend Kristoff somehow, as if when I say something good about Axel they have to remind me that Kristoff is wonderful too, as if I might have forgotten Nov 01 22:17:20 They don't understand that celebrating one is not denigrating the other... statements always seems to start with 'yes, but Molly...' Nov 01 22:17:36 That is it exactly! Nov 01 22:18:14 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:19:18 Axel was an excellent man, and Kristoff is an excellent man. Most women don't get to love even one excellent man, and I have loved and been loved by two Nov 01 22:19:48 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:20:03 A shame time was spent not realising it... I hope you are both making up for that lost time? Nov 01 22:20:38 I think that I have been pregnant almost constantly since then shows we have Nov 01 22:21:08 Thats not quite what I meant, but... the point is well made Nov 01 22:21:47 Yes, we are very loving with each other, moreso in private Nov 01 22:22:01 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:22:03 I am glad Nov 01 22:22:34 I know you and Molly are too Nov 01 22:22:42 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:22:49 Interrupted by bouts of silliness Nov 01 22:22:52 * Stef seems to be nearing the end of his braid Nov 01 22:23:05 I know she loves that Nov 01 22:23:30 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:24:14 I have my suspicions that your sex life is a lot more interesting than she says aloud Nov 01 22:24:22 Oh? Nov 01 22:25:21 It's how her eyes light up when Inga or I say something, but she doesn't volunteer anything about it Nov 01 22:26:30 I see... I wouldn't insult our openness by denying such Nov 01 22:26:44 * Stef nods Nov 01 22:26:59 She does say that you're very good though, so don't worry Nov 01 22:27:22 Egotistic as it may sound, I had no concerns about that, but it is good to hear Nov 01 22:27:31 * Stef laughs Nov 01 22:27:43 You've had a lot of good feedback then? Nov 01 22:28:02 When she is sensible enough to be able to reply Nov 01 22:28:15 * Stef laughs again Nov 01 22:28:44 That's feedback in itself! Nov 01 22:28:53 * Stef ties it off Nov 01 22:28:56 I thought so, really Nov 01 22:29:41 All done Nov 01 22:29:56 * Morgan nods, getting up off the floor Nov 01 22:29:58 Thank you Nov 01 22:30:21 You're welcome. It looks good, and I think she'll love it Nov 01 22:30:32 * Morgan smiles Nov 01 22:30:36 I hope so Nov 01 22:31:47 If you wore a hat you could show her as a surprise when you're between her things *she smiles, her sweet doll like face looking animated* Nov 01 22:31:57 Thighs* Nov 01 22:32:25 * Morgan laughs Nov 01 22:32:40 She'd probably wonder why I was wearing a hat indoors, particularly if I was doing that Nov 01 22:32:51 * Stef nods Nov 01 22:33:04 That's true Nov 01 22:33:06 Always the stables again I suppose Nov 01 22:33:19 For what? Nov 01 22:33:44 Oh she hasn't mentioned it... we _may_ have gotten up to certain activities in the stables... Nov 01 22:34:20 * Stef grins "Yes! I knew it! There's more to you than meets the eye!" Nov 01 22:34:48 Stef, my darling, you have no idea. I'd best be getting back Nov 01 22:34:55 * Stef smiles Nov 01 22:35:28 It was nice to talk to you. I suppose now you won't wonder what our girl talk is like anymore? Nov 01 22:35:42 * Morgan shrugs, moving toward the door Nov 01 22:36:26 I figured it was the same as it is when I talk to HeinzHarold... how we're feeling, talking about how to prevent the end of the world... Nov 01 22:36:55 * Stef giggles Nov 01 22:37:29 You were listening when I said the two of you couldn't be on my list because of the rules of the game then? Nov 01 22:37:47 * Stef follows him to the front door Nov 01 22:37:54 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:38:18 Gentle way of not telling them their husbands don't appeal, I thought Nov 01 22:39:31 No, those were the rules. I could have picked you both if the rules had included you, and I would have said openly, as they would Kristoff, should he make the cut Nov 01 22:40:25 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:41:20 Have you and Heinzharold been puzzling over it? Nov 01 22:41:49 I _might_ have wondered... he, on the other hand, is happily convinced he is on everyone's list Nov 01 22:42:36 He is very handsome. Handsome enough to kiss to save the world Nov 01 22:43:09 Can't really argue with that Nov 01 22:44:03 So you'd kiss him to save the world? *she laughs quietly* Nov 01 22:44:45 To save people like you, Mina, Inga and Molly? Of course I would... no tongues though Nov 01 22:45:00 * Stef laughs Nov 01 22:45:08 Not even to save Molly?! Nov 01 22:45:31 I've seen the way he eats bacon... Nov 01 22:46:03 * Stef laughs more "So have I... Inga is a lucky woman" Nov 01 22:46:28 * Morgan laughs Nov 01 22:46:32 So I hear Nov 01 22:46:41 * Stef nods Nov 01 22:47:00 I wouldn't imagine we'll see you until spring or summer? Nov 01 22:47:07 * Morgan sighs Nov 01 22:47:35 No... we're aiming to be back in spring... we're going to Avalon to visit my uncle, then heading for Haefenlor Nov 01 22:48:08 Molly invited us to visit, but I am not sure whether I will be too far along to travel Nov 01 22:48:22 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:48:36 Of course... your safety and that of the baern is of utmost importance Nov 01 22:48:43 * Stef nods Nov 01 22:48:55 We are still set on Morgan for a boy Nov 01 22:49:03 Really? Nov 01 22:49:07 * Stef nods Nov 01 22:49:18 We wouldn't be happily married without you Nov 01 22:49:38 I just bullied the colonel into admitting what he already felt... it wasn't me thats put the work in Nov 01 22:50:15 He is nothing if not steadfast, and he would not have come to it left to his own devices Nov 01 22:51:26 Maybe... maybe not. Nov 01 22:53:04 * Stef smiles "I hope you enjoy your travels. I know Molly hopes to come back with a tan on every inch of her skin, so I think you will!" Nov 01 22:53:20 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:53:38 I might even, just once, remove my shirt... but the world may not be ready for that yet Nov 01 22:55:13 I know she thinks you are beautiful with the scars too Nov 01 22:55:29 She's told you of them? Nov 01 22:55:38 * Stef nods Nov 01 22:56:44 Kristoff knew of the ones on your back from the navy. And she told me you have some on your arms and chest from trying to rescue your first wife and your daughter Nov 01 22:57:19 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 01 22:57:32 aye Nov 01 22:58:11 I will let you get back to her. Goodbye, Morgan Nov 01 22:58:23 * Morgan inclines his head Nov 01 22:58:30 Take care Stef. Nov 01 22:58:39 * Stef hugs him Nov 01 22:59:07 * Morgan hugs her gently Nov 01 22:59:10 We'll write Nov 01 22:59:17 * Stef nods Nov 01 22:59:27 Please do Nov 01 23:00:03 * Stef lets go "you're welcome for the information about the pillow too" Nov 01 23:00:14 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:00:47 HeinzHarold is remarkably grateful for that... *he smiles* bye Nov 01 23:01:07 * Stef smiles, waving as he goes Nov 01 23:01:17 * Morgan waves, heading back to Molly Nov 01 23:01:39 *Fuchs is leading her out of the church on his arm* Nov 01 23:01:49 * Stef is now known as Fuchs Nov 01 23:01:58 She's safely home? Nov 01 23:02:05 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:02:17 I would not leave her unsafe, I assure you Nov 01 23:03:15 * Fuchs nods, releasing Molly's arm "Good evening to you both. Full sails and clear horizons is I do not see you before you leave" Nov 01 23:03:24 If* Nov 01 23:03:27 * Morgan inclines his head Nov 01 23:03:30 Thank you colonel Nov 01 23:04:31 * Fuchs inclines his head. He's soon into the darkness where the lamp posts are sparse. It's too dark for her to see his hair Nov 01 23:04:35 * Fuchs is now known as Molly Nov 01 23:05:15 Ana is gone home, but I saw her briefly. We could try to see her tomorrow when we ride out? Nov 01 23:05:23 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:05:25 Alright love Nov 01 23:05:45 Are we ready to mount now? Nov 01 23:06:01 I suppose so... lets go eat Nov 01 23:06:11 With Sabine... Nov 01 23:06:34 * Molly heads to the horse, collecting their lamp Nov 01 23:06:47 I was thinking... are we all that different? Nov 01 23:06:53 Who? Nov 01 23:07:22 Me and Sabine... aside from the sheer hubris she has... do we not share a similar... interest? Nov 01 23:07:36 * Molly swings up into the saddle smoothly, moving forward to give him space to get up Nov 01 23:07:51 Do we know she has such interests, or is it all gossip? Nov 01 23:07:54 * Morgan hauls himself up Nov 01 23:08:29 Given the gossip and her art and her manner... and Isiah's reaction to be punched in the face... I'd say its an accurate assessment Nov 01 23:09:28 Does it trouble you. Nov 01 23:09:31 ? Nov 01 23:10:28 not... really, no Nov 01 23:10:43 * Molly nods, walking the horse on Nov 01 23:10:51 Was Stef well? Nov 01 23:11:41 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:11:53 Aye, she's fine Nov 01 23:12:18 Good... part of me wishes we could stay longer with her Nov 01 23:12:28 Oh? Nov 01 23:12:41 I like having her to talk to Nov 01 23:12:50 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:12:53 So do I, actually Nov 01 23:13:00 * Molly nods Nov 01 23:13:45 You have something big in common Nov 01 23:13:52 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:14:05 We have an unusual openness too... Nov 01 23:14:23 Oh? In what way? Nov 01 23:16:05 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 01 23:16:05 * Molly has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Nov 01 23:18:48 * MollyK has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Nov 01 23:18:55 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 01 23:19:02 [23:01:24] Molly: Oh? In what way? Nov 01 23:25:00 I can talk to her about concerns I have, anything concerning you... and we have just had a rather surprisingly frank conversation about sex Nov 01 23:26:07 Oh! Nov 01 23:26:42 * MollyK gets a bit more settled Nov 01 23:26:48 That is surprising Nov 01 23:27:37 Oh? Nov 01 23:28:12 Mostly you having any frank discussions about sex! Nov 01 23:28:17 * MollyK giggles Nov 01 23:29:01 Thought that might be the case Nov 01 23:29:30 I will be serious. You talk about me? Nov 01 23:30:19 Of course Nov 01 23:31:06 Might I ask what? I hope it's not something I have disappointed you in... Nov 01 23:33:15 No, my love, of course not. We were talking about waking aroused after dreaming of Axel and Dietlinde... Nov 01 23:33:49 * MollyK nods a little Nov 01 23:33:55 Alright Nov 01 23:36:56 Did you find it helpful? Nov 01 23:39:02 I think so, yes Nov 01 23:39:09 * MollyK nods Nov 01 23:39:16 I am glad for you Nov 01 23:40:15 Its alright, she could talk so openly because in those matters she considers me an extension of you Nov 01 23:41:12 I do not mind it, liebling, I am just protective really Nov 01 23:41:49 Protective? Nov 01 23:43:07 That you might get hurt, or have too many memories come up Nov 01 23:44:05 I think it might be a risk with most... but she knows where I'm coming from in that regard Nov 01 23:44:56 * MollyK nods Nov 01 23:45:21 I am glad you have someone who can put you at such ease Nov 01 23:46:45 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:47:51 She did tell me it happens very rarely for her nowadays Nov 01 23:48:51 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:49:42 She was saying that when it does, she makes the conscious choice to make love... she is choosing to do that with the colonel, not as a substitute for Axel Nov 01 23:50:12 He is comfortable with that? Nov 01 23:52:27 They do not discuss it... she is utilising an involuntary action her body takes, with a voluntary conscious choice Nov 01 23:53:39 I suppose she likely does not still want to dream of him when she loves Kristoff and enjoys intimacy with Kristoff so much Nov 01 23:55:34 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 23:55:36 I doubt that Nov 01 23:56:30 I know I certainly do not want to dream of Seb that way and end up aroused Nov 01 23:57:10 But... I can see the argument that if you did wake up aroused because of that, us making love is not a reflection of a desire for him Nov 01 23:58:45 But would you be thinking that way, or would you worry you were not doing so good a job, that it was not so pleasurable, or that there were things about his body I preferred? Nov 01 23:59:18 It is something I need to think about... as do you Nov 01 23:59:33 * MollyK nods