**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sun Nov 6 00:00:02 2022 Nov 06 00:00:02 * HH starts giggling again Nov 06 00:00:20 Reck'n they're as nosey with each other as with us? Nov 06 00:00:29 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:00:43 I've no doubt man... The four of them, they laid it all out Nov 06 00:00:55 Reckon? Nov 06 00:01:12 Know so. Stef told me. Nov 06 00:02:11 I also know that Molly doesn't tell much Nov 06 00:02:49 Lucky, man, My lil darlin prob'ly told her all about e'ery girl I e'er fooled around with, startin' with kissin' Greta and ending with her Nov 06 00:03:21 Probably... she has told them how good and generous you are in bed... Nov 06 00:03:29 * HH nods Nov 06 00:03:54 I wouldn't enjoy it otherwise Nov 06 00:04:00 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:04:04 I know exactly what you mean Nov 06 00:04:27 Rather please 'er than get pleased Nov 06 00:05:36 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:06:16 * HH giggles Nov 06 00:06:23 Ideally both though Nov 06 00:06:51 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:06:55 That is, as you say, the ideal Nov 06 00:08:10 * HH nods Nov 06 00:08:44 * HH 's giggling settles over the next hour, and then he's more sensible Nov 06 00:09:00 What did you an' Molly dream? Nov 06 00:09:53 She says she didn't. Mine... I was in Sudlachenburg with Dietlinde... she woke me by... uhh... using her mouth on me, never woke me like that before... afterwards, I realised it was Molly. She was so terribly hurt Nov 06 00:10:09 * HH winces Nov 06 00:10:20 Oh man that woulda broken her Nov 06 00:10:40 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:11:21 Its Varick I feel most sorry for Nov 06 00:11:37 Yeah, that was bad, poor kid Nov 06 00:12:16 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:12:27 Think I figured out why we got em Nov 06 00:12:45 Yeah? Nov 06 00:12:49 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:13:13 Found a mass grave. Men, women, kids, all their souls half gone... gallows made of the wood from the Schwarzenwald Nov 06 00:14:17 Wha' the hell?! Nov 06 00:14:23 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:14:25 Quite Nov 06 00:14:42 Who did tha'? Nov 06 00:14:51 No idea... gonna look into it Nov 06 00:14:59 * HH nods Nov 06 00:15:12 Mebbie someone in Weisfeld knows Nov 06 00:15:19 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:15:20 maybe Nov 06 00:17:19 *they pass more travellers on the way, merchants, local folk, the occassional gentleman and Freiarr. Greetings are given. They arrive in Weisfeld with some light to spare around three o’clock. The inn here is smaller, they’ll need to share with Varick. There’s a side yard good for training in, and Inga and Molly have gone up to take their things to Nov 06 00:17:20 the rooms. DeeDee is stood outside with his pipe* Nov 06 00:18:00 How you doing? Nov 06 00:18:10 * HH is now known as DeeDee Nov 06 00:18:38 I am doing alright, my Lord, and yourself? *he exhales, making a ring of smoke* Nov 06 00:18:48 Better than this morning Nov 06 00:19:40 * DeeDee nods Nov 06 00:20:14 This nightmare is nothing new to me, I've been tormented by it for years Nov 06 00:20:29 It was not worse than normal? Nov 06 00:22:12 * DeeDee shakes his head Nov 06 00:22:20 No worse than a usual bad night Nov 06 00:22:52 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:22:58 I'm sorry to hear that Nov 06 00:23:20 * DeeDee shrugs Nov 06 00:23:40 I am used to it, my Lord. My concern is with the rest of you Nov 06 00:24:43 We'll be alright. If you're up to it... perhaps you would make some enquiries... Nov 06 00:25:33 About? Nov 06 00:25:55 Some gallows, made from Schwarzenwald wood... and a mass grave Nov 06 00:26:20 * DeeDee nods "I will make those enquiries" Nov 06 00:26:27 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:26:29 Thank you Nov 06 00:27:05 * DeeDee inclines his head, going Nov 06 00:27:15 * Morgan heads inside Nov 06 00:27:54 *there's one maid at the bar, a few travellers, but it's generally quiet Nov 06 00:28:45 * Morgan heads to the bar Nov 06 00:29:19 * DeeDee is now known as maid Nov 06 00:29:25 * maid smiles Nov 06 00:29:36 How can I help you? Nov 06 00:30:04 An ale, please, and some information if you can Nov 06 00:30:21 * maid gets it for him, smiling Nov 06 00:30:35 What's the information? Nov 06 00:31:07 Bit gruesome I'm afraid. Saw some Gallows between here and Tannen... any idea who had it built? Nov 06 00:31:26 Gallows? No, sorry. Never heard of that Nov 06 00:31:40 Big grave site? Nov 06 00:32:28 * maid shakes her head Nov 06 00:33:07 No, sorry Nov 06 00:33:48 * Morgan nods, putting a coin on the bar Nov 06 00:33:53 Reckon any regulars might? Nov 06 00:34:31 Lived here all my life, so if I don't know I doubt they do. Could keep an ear out for you, if you like? Nov 06 00:34:44 I'd appreciate that Nov 06 00:35:18 * maid nods, taking the coin Nov 06 00:35:52 Anyone I need to keep an out for? Nov 06 00:36:41 * maid shakes her head Nov 06 00:37:37 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:37:43 excellent... thank you young miss Nov 06 00:37:57 Pretty quiet at the moment, few traders, some gentry going home after Prophets Mass, there's a pilgrimage of monks, that's it Nov 06 00:38:14 Monks? Nov 06 00:38:41 * maid nods Nov 06 00:39:23 Some order of the virgin or something. Old men, fought in the war I think Nov 06 00:40:34 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:40:38 alright... thank you Nov 06 00:40:59 * maid nods, getting on with her cleaning Nov 06 00:41:32 * Morgan takes his ale to find the others Nov 06 00:41:52 * maid is now known as Molly Nov 06 00:42:53 * Molly is found upstairs in their room checking the mirrors. There's a pallet bed on the floor by the wall, but Varick must be in with HH and Inga Nov 06 00:43:16 * Molly smiles "my love... are you well?" Nov 06 00:43:22 * Morgan nods Nov 06 00:43:39 Are you _sure_ you didn't dream something? You're not just keeping it to yourself? Nov 06 00:49:59 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 06 00:51:30 * MorganK (~madisonst@Madisons-Air.lan) has joined Nov 06 00:51:42 test Nov 06 00:52:37 * Molly looks both surprised and offended Nov 06 00:52:43 Yes. I am sure. Nov 06 00:53:44 Its just... you will protect me from hurt... I wondered if perhaps you are doing so now Nov 06 00:54:26 No. I would not lie like that. I am hurt you would think I would that Nov 06 00:54:47 * MorganK moves to her, offering his hands Nov 06 00:54:55 * Molly takes them Nov 06 00:55:10 I'm sorry my love. I did not wish to hurt you Nov 06 00:55:17 * Molly nods Nov 06 00:55:55 I know. I would have been truthful, even if it had been about Seb. It would only have been right when you told me what you did Nov 06 00:56:13 * MorganK nods Nov 06 00:56:20 Please, my love, forgive me Nov 06 00:56:29 Always, you know that Nov 06 00:56:58 * MorganK nods, pulling her to him Nov 06 00:57:10 I'm sorry blossom. Nov 06 00:57:19 * Molly hugs him Nov 06 00:57:36 It's alright. I really did dream nothing. It makes no sense Nov 06 00:57:59 No... its quite bizarre Nov 06 00:58:05 * Molly nods Nov 06 00:58:33 It was all quite bizarre. *she holds him tightly* How is Heinzharold now? Nov 06 00:58:48 He seems to have cheered up some Nov 06 00:58:53 * Molly nods Nov 06 00:59:10 That is good, everyone seems happier Nov 06 00:59:46 * MorganK nods Nov 06 00:59:47 aye Nov 06 00:59:58 And you? How are you now? Nov 06 01:00:15 * MorganK shrugs Nov 06 01:00:19 I'm alright I suppose Nov 06 01:00:59 It is still playing on your mind? Nov 06 01:01:10 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:01:15 Of course Nov 06 01:02:20 Why, my love? Nov 06 01:02:32 Its just the sort of person I am, isn't it Nov 06 01:02:43 * Molly smiles a little Nov 06 01:02:59 That is very true. How can I help you with it? Nov 06 01:03:17 * MorganK shrugs Nov 06 01:03:19 I've no idea Nov 06 01:03:38 You know I am not angry or hurting over it? Nov 06 01:03:56 No? Nov 06 01:04:23 Not at all. It's not a very pleasant dream, but my concern is you Nov 06 01:04:34 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:06:19 You did not betray me in any way Nov 06 01:06:49 It rather felt that way Nov 06 01:07:32 I know, but it was a dream. It did not happen, and you did not know until afterwards that I even existed Nov 06 01:07:42 * MorganK sighs Nov 06 01:07:44 I suppose so Nov 06 01:08:35 * Molly looks at him "you will be kind and compassionate to the man I love so dearly, please" Nov 06 01:09:01 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:09:03 alright Nov 06 01:09:59 * Molly nods, kissing him quickly "what had Heinzharold laughing so much? Inga said he was being very whimsical this morning" Nov 06 01:10:32 thats a result of the tobacco... we were discussing things of an adult nature Nov 06 01:10:51 * Molly glances, checking the door is shut, which it is Nov 06 01:10:55 Oh really? Nov 06 01:11:02 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:11:13 * Molly watches him with a smile Nov 06 01:11:20 Are you going to tell me? Nov 06 01:11:59 Just about... when he =... y'know... on Inga... Nov 06 01:12:26 * Molly feigns innocence "when he falls asleep on her?" Nov 06 01:13:01 Yes, exactly that Nov 06 01:13:03 * Molly strokes his shoulders Nov 06 01:13:14 What about when he falls asleep on her? Nov 06 01:13:40 Apparently she likes it very much... and of course we talked about the different places he falls asleep on her Nov 06 01:13:58 Oh? And where does he fall asleep on her? Nov 06 01:14:24 Well... thighs, backside, bubbies... face even... Nov 06 01:15:03 * Molly runs her hands down his arms to his hands, putting them on her thighs "here?" Nov 06 01:15:33 I assume so Nov 06 01:15:52 * Molly moves them to her derrière "and here?" Nov 06 01:16:24 apparently Nov 06 01:16:47 * Molly moves them to her breasts "and here?" Nov 06 01:17:14 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:17:17 So he says Nov 06 01:17:32 * Molly puts one of his hands palm down over the centre of her face. Her words are muffled when she says "even here?" Nov 06 01:17:46 So I'm told Nov 06 01:17:55 * Molly smiles Nov 06 01:18:10 Someone's face is an unusual place to fall asleep! Nov 06 01:18:40 * MorganK shrugs Nov 06 01:19:01 * Molly puts her hands back on his shoulders Nov 06 01:19:20 Were you surprised about all the places he falls asleep? Nov 06 01:19:37 indeed Nov 06 01:20:09 What surprised you, my love? Nov 06 01:21:05 That she enjoys it so much I suppose Nov 06 01:21:12 * Molly nods Nov 06 01:21:18 I got the same impression Nov 06 01:21:29 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:21:46 What else did he say about falling asleep on her? Nov 06 01:22:03 * MorganK shrugs Nov 06 01:22:09 How it feels different... Nov 06 01:22:31 To... falling asleep nestled into her? Nov 06 01:22:47 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:22:59 Particularly if she's looking up at him at the time... Nov 06 01:23:22 Why would that be so good? Nov 06 01:23:49 * MorganK shrugs Nov 06 01:23:55 Dunno really Nov 06 01:24:44 * Molly nods Nov 06 01:25:14 And now that you've spoken to him, are you considering your falling asleep locations? Nov 06 01:25:47 If you were willing... Nov 06 01:25:53 * Molly nods Nov 06 01:26:01 Very much so, my love Nov 06 01:26:08 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:26:10 Alright then Nov 06 01:26:37 * Molly glances at the pallet bed "this rather dictates our sleeping arrangements!" Nov 06 01:26:46 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:26:48 It does indeed Nov 06 01:27:15 I'd rather not just have a quick nap, hmm? Nov 06 01:27:41 * MorganK shrugs Nov 06 01:27:58 * Molly watches him with a curious smile Nov 06 01:28:12 You are very eager to try it right this moment? Nov 06 01:28:31 I could be persuaded... Nov 06 01:29:01 * Molly giggles "Well then, hold that thought, my love!" Nov 06 01:29:24 * Molly goes to the door "I'll be right back" Nov 06 01:29:33 Oh... alright Nov 06 01:29:39 What? Nov 06 01:30:01 Just wondered where your'e going... Nov 06 01:30:58 To tell Inga you and I need to talk about this morning and could she watch Varick for ten minutes... unless the risk of getting caught is too appealing to resist? Nov 06 01:31:24 No, best not Nov 06 01:32:07 * Molly is back with the door locked in less than thirty seconds, coming to him with a smile Nov 06 01:32:31 Now you have me all to yourself... Nov 06 01:32:48 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:32:53 How shall we do this? Nov 06 01:33:09 I have no idea. What would you like to try? Nov 06 01:33:42 * MorganK shrugs Nov 06 01:33:46 I have no clue Nov 06 01:34:21 * Molly nods, undoing her waistcoat Nov 06 01:34:31 My breasts then? Nov 06 01:35:05 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:35:07 alright Nov 06 01:35:38 * Molly then removes her blouse and stays as fast as she can Nov 06 01:36:07 On my knees, or should I lie down and you kneel beside me? Nov 06 01:36:41 * MorganK shrugs Nov 06 01:36:54 I think if you are on your knees your face would be an easier... target... Nov 06 01:37:27 * Molly tilts her head "tell me what you'd like my love, what idea most arouses you?" Nov 06 01:37:40 I don't know love... Nov 06 01:38:17 * Molly kneels in front of him, watching him Nov 06 01:38:57 My face then Nov 06 01:39:05 * MorganK nods Nov 06 01:39:08 Alright blossom Nov 06 01:39:14 * MorganK undoes his placket Nov 06 01:40:14 * Molly looks to see how aroused he is, both in hardness but also his facial expression. She sits back on her heels, watching him with anticipation Nov 06 01:40:48 * MorganK is quite clearly aroused, immediately stroking himself as he stands above her Nov 06 01:41:45 * Molly 's eyes widen, her pupils likewise. Her cheeks and bared upper chest develop a flush, and she watches his hand enraptured Nov 06 01:42:22 * MorganK sets to work on finding his own orgasm Nov 06 01:45:28 ACTION fidgets on the floor, stroking at his shins, pawing at the back of his thighs. She alternates between watching his stroking with parted lips and brows pulled together with desire, and watching his eyes with a hungry eagerness and excitement. It's similar to how she looks when he's sparked the submissiveness, but more animated and craving Nov 06 01:45:28 than softly desiring Nov 06 01:46:40 * MorganK gets closer to climax before asking her to take over Nov 06 01:48:32 * Molly wraps her hand around him, copying the pace and pattern of his former movements. She looks at him with open wanting and keenness, like someone being offered an expensive gift, looking very pleased to be here at his feet Nov 06 01:49:25 * MorganK starts to take slow deep breaths before he gets firmer in his grasp, his expression pained just before his release, sending ropes of cum onto her face Nov 06 01:51:26 * Molly moans as he does, not too loud, but a mix of surprise and pleasure. She continues bringing her hand up and down him, drawing out the last of the hot thick release onto her skin Nov 06 01:51:48 * MorganK exhales slowly, looking at her intently Nov 06 01:53:30 * Molly slows her movements, opening her eyes. There's none in them, some on her forehead, mostly on the bridge of her nose, cheeks and lips. She looks absolutely elated and madly in love with him, very adoring Nov 06 01:53:50 * MorganK smiles Nov 06 01:53:55 I can definitely see the appeal Nov 06 01:54:21 * Molly smiles, then licks her lips Nov 06 01:54:25 Mmmmmmhmmm Nov 06 01:54:44 Let me get a cloth Nov 06 01:55:00 * Molly nods Nov 06 01:56:31 * MorganK goes to find one, coming back momentarily, carefully wiping her face to clean her up Nov 06 01:58:02 * Molly runs her finger down the bridge of her nose, bringing his seed slowly into her mouth as she watches him intently Nov 06 01:58:24 * MorganK shivers, whispering 'oh god' Nov 06 02:00:08 * Molly gently removes his hand holding the cloth, keeping that hand in hers as the other repeats the process of gathering every drop he painted her face with before putting her finger repeatedly into her mouth to suck it off, still watching him the whole time Nov 06 02:02:05 You... enjoy the taste? Nov 06 02:03:07 * Molly nods rapidly Nov 06 02:03:15 Oh yes, very, very much Nov 06 02:04:01 * MorganK nods Nov 06 02:04:39 * Molly makes sure her face is done Nov 06 02:04:48 That surprises you? Nov 06 02:04:59 * MorganK nods Nov 06 02:05:48 Why, my love? *she turns her face side to side* all done? Nov 06 02:06:26 * MorganK nods Nov 06 02:06:49 HeinzHarold said it tastes... not pleasant... girls who swallow are legends, apparently Nov 06 02:06:59 * Molly giggles Nov 06 02:08:37 It doesn't really taste like anything I could compare it to, but I like it. And it's _you_. It's _your seed_, your _pleasure_. It's so intimate and trusting, how could that not be intoxicating? Nov 06 02:08:55 * MorganK smiles, nodding Nov 06 02:09:04 Here, let me help you up Nov 06 02:09:20 * Molly lets him, smiling Nov 06 02:09:35 So, my love, what do you think? Nov 06 02:09:56 I enjoyed that very much... and you? Nov 06 02:10:39 * Molly nods Nov 06 02:11:09 God yes. It was amazing to feel it like that. Nov 06 02:11:20 Whyso? Nov 06 02:11:42 * Molly sits on the edge of the bed Nov 06 02:12:58 It's very hard to explain. It's just such a physical thing to happen to your body, so forceful. It's... it's like proof that I have done a good job, that I have pleased you, and that you want me Nov 06 02:13:12 * MorganK nods Nov 06 02:13:14 always Nov 06 02:13:20 * Molly nods Nov 06 02:13:22 And you? Nov 06 02:14:32 A few things... the obvious desire you had to feel my release upon your face, the arousal I could see... the most intimate way of marking you... Nov 06 02:14:56 * Molly nods enthusiastically Nov 06 02:16:09 Yes! I feel that too. Though we have cleaned me up, we both know that whenever anyone looks at me they have no idea what beautiful art you had made upon me, but we do. Nov 06 02:16:22 * MorganK nods Nov 06 02:16:54 I would -really- like to do that again Nov 06 02:17:02 Oh? Nov 06 02:17:07 * Molly nods Nov 06 02:17:30 Absolutely. There and all those other places... mmm yes, please. Nov 06 02:17:43 * MorganK nods Nov 06 02:18:38 alright. We can do that in future... Nov 06 02:18:59 Thank you, my love Nov 06 02:19:21 Whatever for? Nov 06 02:19:35 Doing that to me Nov 06 02:19:45 * MorganK nods Nov 06 02:19:51 Thank you for letting me... Nov 06 02:19:58 * Molly smiles Nov 06 02:20:06 I'm thrilled that you liked it Nov 06 02:20:40 I was not expecting such an enthusiastic response Nov 06 02:21:00 You like that though? Nov 06 02:21:31 * MorganK nods Nov 06 02:21:32 Very much Nov 06 02:21:51 * Molly nods Nov 06 02:22:14 I am going to need to straighten up my makeup and redress... Nov 06 02:22:36 * MorganK nods Nov 06 02:22:40 Yes, ok blossom Nov 06 02:22:54 ... in a few minutes... Nov 06 02:23:29 Hmmm? Nov 06 02:25:05 * Molly doesn't answer, but brings her right hand to the lapped fabric of the modified trousers whilst resting back on the left. Her breast are still faintly marked, as is her neck, aside from the fresh one of last night. Nov 06 02:25:29 Oh... I see Nov 06 02:26:44 Mmmhmmm I'll not be long! *she parts the fabric, her fingers stealing in and slipping against the wetness, making it so he can hear how slick she is* Nov 06 02:27:03 * MorganK watches her raptly Nov 06 02:28:44 * Molly watches him, her arched back making her breasts more prominent, and she pleasures herself rapidly and urgently, squirming on the edge of the bed Nov 06 02:29:07 * MorganK smiles, settling on the floor to watch her Nov 06 02:30:38 * Molly smiles at him, changing position just a little, parting her thighs more, pushing the fabric further aside so she is more revealed, then sinks her middle and ring finger inside her with a low moan Nov 06 02:31:00 * MorganK licks his lips, watching Nov 06 02:32:34 * Molly does this for a few rough thrusts before returning to her clit, not performing anymore, not teasing or savouring, but raw need to orgasm, breathing becoming fast and hard. She makes little whimpers, still watching him throughout Nov 06 02:32:58 Thats it my love... Nov 06 02:33:51 * Molly nods, rubbing becoming frantic, getting very close before she says "now?" Nov 06 02:34:14 * MorganK nods eagerly Nov 06 02:36:46 * Molly continues, mere seconds passing before she suddenly arches further, body tensing and the rhythm of her fingers becoming nothing but pressure and a deep, grinding rub. She moans quietly, completely focused on him Nov 06 02:37:17 Thats it blossom, good girl Nov 06 02:38:01 * Molly 's stomach twitches and she presses herself harder, climaxing again Nov 06 02:38:25 * MorganK watches her, waiting for her to slow before speakng Nov 06 02:38:27 Better? Nov 06 02:38:58 * Molly nods, smiling "oh yes, I very much needed that!" Nov 06 02:39:06 * MorganK nods Nov 06 02:39:07 good Nov 06 02:39:35 * Molly flops back on the bed, taking a deep breath "wow" Nov 06 02:39:49 Wow? Nov 06 02:40:18 Having you watch me adds a great deal of pleasure, but I meant all of it Nov 06 02:40:26 * MorganK nods Nov 06 02:40:36 * MorganK has quit (Quit: Leaving) Nov 06 02:40:49 * Molly has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Nov 06 12:40:29 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Nov 06 12:41:39 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 06 12:42:44 * MollyK lays quietly on the bed for another minute, smiling at the ceiling Nov 06 12:48:16 Are you alright? Nov 06 12:48:25 Oh yes, very alright Nov 06 12:49:13 * Morgan nods Nov 06 12:49:14 good Nov 06 12:50:33 * MollyK sits up, watching him. She looks incredibly happy and a bit pleased with herself Nov 06 12:50:35 And you? Nov 06 12:52:32 * Morgan nods Nov 06 12:53:45 * MollyK nods, coming over to him and kissing his crown Nov 06 12:53:52 I am going to get dressed now Nov 06 12:54:28 Alright my love Nov 06 12:54:32 * Morgan tidies himself up Nov 06 12:56:03 * MollyK starts getting into her stays again Nov 06 12:56:35 Unless you need a few moments of cuddling? That was new and different... Nov 06 12:56:55 No... no I'm alright blossom Nov 06 12:57:05 * MollyK watches him a moment Nov 06 12:57:08 You are sure? Nov 06 12:57:12 * Morgan nods Nov 06 12:57:13 Absolutely Nov 06 12:57:31 * MollyK shrugs slightly, putting her blouse on Nov 06 12:58:07 I must just assume that you are so secure in yourself and in us that you feel no need for reassurance or comfort? Nov 06 12:58:31 In this, in this instance, yes... Nov 06 12:59:43 * MollyK smiles Nov 06 12:59:48 But not always? Nov 06 13:00:05 * Morgan shrugs Nov 06 13:00:10 I think we've established that Nov 06 13:00:25 * MollyK nods, doing up the buttons Nov 06 13:00:40 Once my makeup is fixed I'll join you? Nov 06 13:01:20 * Morgan nods Nov 06 13:01:24 Very well... downstairs? Nov 06 13:01:39 I will find you, wherever you are Nov 06 13:02:14 * Morgan nods, going to the door and unlocking it Nov 06 13:02:20 I'll see you shortly blossom Nov 06 13:02:46 Yes, my love Nov 06 13:03:19 * Morgan nods, leaving the room and heading downstairs Nov 06 13:04:10 * MollyK is now known as HH Nov 06 13:07:47 * HH , Inga, and Varick are peering out of a window in the tap room Nov 06 13:08:39 * Morgan moves behind them, looking out Nov 06 13:12:57 *The group of eight monks are using the side yard to train. Despite them being all at least sixty, they are lean and sinewy, and extremely good, their style mostly utilitarian, that same expressionless demeanour Nov 06 13:13:05 These monks, man... Nov 06 13:14:33 Not bad I suppose Nov 06 13:16:42 V: Papa, can we go out and watch them? Nov 06 13:18:12 We can ask Nov 06 13:19:06 *Inga looks to Morgan* Is Molly alright? Will she need me? Nov 06 13:20:38 She's fine Inga, just getting refreshed Nov 06 13:21:42 * HH straightens up "y' know what I haven' done in ages, man?" Nov 06 13:21:51 What? Nov 06 13:22:21 'Ad a good old-fashioned theological discussion with some clergy... *he grins* Nov 06 13:23:48 * Morgan sighs Nov 06 13:23:53 Try not to upset em, yeah? Nov 06 13:24:27 Jus' a few genuine quesshuns... *he grins again* Nov 06 13:24:50 V: Papa, what's wrong with Heinzharold's face? Nov 06 13:24:54 * Morgan takes Varicks hand Nov 06 13:25:01 He's been hit with the idiot stick Nov 06 13:27:06 V: Shouldn't hit people with sticks Nov 06 13:27:38 Its not a real stick... its a pretend one that I say when he's about to act like an idiot, see Nov 06 13:28:20 *Varick waves his hand around* okay. you should chop them and stab them with a sword! Nov 06 13:29:00 Come on, lets go see if they mind us watching... Inga, Molly's in our room if you wanted to see her Nov 06 13:29:40 * HH comes with Morgan and Varick, Inga going to Molly Nov 06 13:30:42 *The light is all pretty and golden outside, the air crisp. The monks are now fighting in two teams of four* Nov 06 13:31:08 * Morgan watches them, waiting for an opportunity to interrupt Nov 06 13:33:08 *one comes eventually* Nov 06 13:33:22 * Morgan inclines his head Nov 06 13:33:30 My son and I were wondering if we might watch you train... Nov 06 13:35:20 * HH is now known as Monk Nov 06 13:35:31 Which of them is your son? Nov 06 13:35:40 *HH sniggers* Nov 06 13:35:54 * Morgan puts his hand on Varicks shoulder Nov 06 13:35:59 Didn't think I looked _that_ old Nov 06 13:36:51 * Monk inclines his head "Apologies, sir. You may watch. You may join us" Nov 06 13:37:12 * Morgan nods Nov 06 13:37:14 I'd like that Nov 06 13:39:15 *HH looks to Morgan* I'll keep an eye on the boy, Pa. Nov 06 13:39:30 * Morgan glances at him Nov 06 13:39:42 $be a shame if you were brutally murdered and buried here...$ Nov 06 13:39:52 * Morgan heads to the monks Nov 06 13:39:56 *HH has the biggest grin ever* Nov 06 13:40:19 Do you like to fight many men at once? Nov 06 13:40:33 Its been known... Nov 06 13:41:55 Is eight too many? Nov 06 13:42:38 That depends how good they are... I'm willing to try Nov 06 13:44:23 They are good. Are you? Nov 06 13:44:35 Fair Nov 06 13:44:48 It will challenge you Nov 06 13:45:02 Much in life challenges us Nov 06 13:47:00 Indeed. *he assembles the monks, and they surround Morgan, all saluting* Nov 06 13:47:14 * Morgan does likewise Nov 06 13:50:32 *There is no denying the monks are very good. The eight of them is a real challenge akin to fighting both HH and Claudia simultaneously Nov 06 13:52:27 * Morgan steps up his efforts Nov 06 13:54:37 *though he's having to concentrate hard, he can tell there are techniques to learn here* Nov 06 13:54:56 * Morgan starts paying closer attention Nov 06 13:56:17 *it's almost impossible to fight and study. With their numbers and skill, he will soon have to concede* V: Come on, Papa! You can do it! Nov 06 13:56:59 * Morgan goes for another couple of minutes before stepping back Nov 06 13:58:31 *The monk he has been talking to bows. There's something elusively intriguing about him, but it's hard to place* Nov 06 13:58:51 * Morgan bows his head, looking at him Nov 06 13:59:01 I'd like to learn some of your technique... Nov 06 13:59:09 * Monk nods Nov 06 13:59:12 You may Nov 06 14:01:00 * Morgan nods, looking to them for instruction Nov 06 14:03:33 *There are many things they show him. They are all polite, but none are deferential, not seeming to know their trainee is a Duke. The light gets lower, HH and Varick go indoors. All of these new moves will add to his own skill set nicely. The sun has set before Molly says [you've been gone a while, are you alright?] Nov 06 14:04:06 [yes blossom] Nov 06 14:04:16 * Morgan looks at the monk he has spoken to Nov 06 14:04:19 Have we met? Nov 06 14:04:28 [I will see to Varick's tea] Nov 06 14:04:53 I do not believe we have, but I have encountered many men in my life Nov 06 14:05:44 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 06 14:05:50 Where are you travelling to? Nov 06 14:05:58 * Monk has a calm, not very animated face. He seems to be quite at ease Nov 06 14:06:26 We travel to Atemlos on pilgrimage from our monastery in Geils. Nov 06 14:06:59 * Morgan nods, watching him for a moment Nov 06 14:07:09 I wasn't aware monks had such... skills on the whole Nov 06 14:09:04 Our order is The Holy Order Of The Sacred Virgin. It is an order descended from the Knight's Templar who freed the west from the perverted religion of the Empire. They were the swordsmen of the Lord. Nov 06 14:10:15 * Morgan nods Nov 06 14:10:20 That explains it then Nov 06 14:10:42 Where do your party venture? Nov 06 14:11:14 We're on our way to Zweibruck. I have a ship to launch Nov 06 14:11:26 Are you a sailor? Nov 06 14:13:06 At heart, yes... my duties pull me in other directions Nov 06 14:13:06 *the other monks are continuing to spar amongst themselves* Nov 06 14:13:48 Duties often do, though we are always in the service of the Lord Nov 06 14:14:55 * Morgan nods Nov 06 14:14:59 What is your name? Nov 06 14:16:58 Fulda. And yours is? Nov 06 14:17:14 Morgan Nov 06 14:17:27 We are pleased to meet you, Morgan. Nov 06 14:17:55 Likewise... thank you for your teaching Nov 06 14:18:17 Teaching our fellow man is a service Theus asks of all men Nov 06 14:18:34 I suppose so... Nov 06 14:19:40 * Monk watches him a moment before bowing "Good evening. We retire early and wake very early* Nov 06 14:20:06 * Morgan smiles slightly, bowing his head Nov 06 14:20:14 Chances are we'll see you in the morning then Nov 06 14:21:15 *the others come over and bow too before sheathing their swords and walking in an order file into the inn. Claudia whistles quietly to him Nov 06 14:21:34 * Morgan moves to her Nov 06 14:21:34 * Monk is now known as Claudia Nov 06 14:21:44 I've been looking for you Nov 06 14:22:00 Been right here... what's up? Nov 06 14:22:25 I wanted to talk to you about this morning. Do you have time for a walk? Nov 06 14:22:59 Let me just tell Molly Nov 06 14:23:10 [I'm going for a walk with Claudia. She wants to talk] Nov 06 14:23:42 [Alright liebling. Will you be back in less than an hour for Varick's bedtime?] Nov 06 14:24:04 [I would think so, but I'll let you know if not] Nov 06 14:24:09 * Morgan looks to Claudia Nov 06 14:24:12 Come on then... Nov 06 14:24:19 * Claudia starts walk-in Nov 06 14:24:25 Walking* Nov 06 14:25:04 *it's dark between the patches of light from the tavern's few exterior lamps* Nov 06 14:25:13 How much did you hear this morning? Nov 06 14:25:22 A fair bit Nov 06 14:25:27 * Claudia nods Nov 06 14:25:32 Figured as much Nov 06 14:25:53 You'd rather I hadn't *this is a statement, not a question* Nov 06 14:26:34 I feel bad that you had to hear it the first time when I was telling someone else Nov 06 14:27:28 Don't. I have wondered why you can tell him but not me, but that is... I don't know, perhaps I am not giving something you need to be able to trust me with it Nov 06 14:27:42 * Claudia shakes her head Nov 06 14:27:59 I haven't wanted to talk about it or think about it. It's not you. Nov 06 14:28:13 * Morgan nods, looking round Nov 06 14:28:16 alright Nov 06 14:28:43 *it's all quiet* If you'd been there this morning it would have been you. It's not him either. Nov 06 14:29:19 * Morgan shrugs Nov 06 14:29:40 I thought perhaps his trauma... made it easier for you. Nov 06 14:30:45 * Claudia shakes her head "No. I never wanted to tell anyone this. The rapes, I know they were my fault, but this..." Nov 06 14:30:52 Weren't * Nov 06 14:31:30 As he said... you were a _child_ Nov 06 14:33:15 Doesn't matter Nov 06 14:33:46 I disagree. But that isn't helping you right now Nov 06 14:34:47 I was older than Varick, and he wouldn't do it. It's no excuse. Nov 06 14:35:25 Varick has had a different upbringing... he is intensely wary of upsetting anyone Nov 06 14:35:44 Whereas I just too selfish to worry about it Nov 06 14:36:00 You were the same as any other child Nov 06 14:36:13 You'd have done that to your mother? Nov 06 14:36:49 I wandered off into the Schwarzenwald, then abandoned her for years... Nov 06 14:37:00 Not as a little boy you didnt Nov 06 14:37:54 No... I did it when I was older and knew the pain it would cause her. Thats not how children think... there is no thought of the future, the past... there's just right now because it'll always be just as it is right then Nov 06 14:38:35 * Claudia shrugs "yeah well, I fucked up and broke her heart" Nov 06 14:39:27 * Morgan grasps her shoulder Nov 06 14:39:55 I'm not going to try to convince you otherwise, I can see there is no changing your mind right now... what do you need of me my friend? Nov 06 14:40:24 To understand that it wasn't anything personal why I didn't tell you. Even Sorgi doesn't know. Nov 06 14:40:38 * Morgan nods Nov 06 14:40:41 I understand Nov 06 14:41:33 * Claudia nods "Good. If it hadn't been for feeling so shitty from the nightmare I wouldn't have told him. But he was there and had the tobacco." Nov 06 14:41:54 * Morgan nods Nov 06 14:42:02 It needed to come out at that time. I get that Nov 06 14:42:09 * Claudia nods Nov 06 14:42:25 Yeah. His too, again. Nov 06 14:42:44 * Morgan nods Nov 06 14:42:49 Been a rough few nights for him Nov 06 14:42:56 * Claudia nods Nov 06 14:43:18 He gets it bad. They should have discharged him, but he's a good fighter Nov 06 14:43:28 * Morgan nods Nov 06 14:43:46 I imagine... it'll go back to being the usual occurrences for him once he's on his way back Nov 06 14:43:55 * Claudia nods Nov 06 14:44:44 Probably. Maybe he'll find some peace settling with Edward, though I'd rather eat my own flesh than live with him! Nov 06 14:46:08 He's not so bad apart from being so traditionally minded Nov 06 14:46:26 * Claudia shrugs Nov 06 14:46:42 Pays well though Nov 06 14:47:55 Oh? Nov 06 14:48:21 I made a hundred guilders for getting those guards competent Nov 06 14:49:13 Not bad at all Nov 06 14:49:26 * Claudia nods Nov 06 14:50:08 According to the ledger he wrote it in, he'd given Molly three hundred that day too... Nov 06 14:50:28 * Morgan frowns Nov 06 14:51:01 * Claudia looks at him "no idea why?" Nov 06 14:51:08 What f... actually, no, I think I do know Nov 06 14:51:26 * Claudia watches him expectantly Nov 06 14:52:17 A debt he owed, Molly loaned him the money for the meantime. I assume he was paying her back Nov 06 14:52:24 * Claudia nods Nov 06 14:52:47 Fair enough, I wondered if he was investing in her cherry brandy venture with the Eisenfurst Nov 06 14:53:07 Wouldn't surprise me either. I've suggested father plants cherry trees... Nov 06 14:53:20 [Blossom... why did Edward give you three hundred guilders?] Nov 06 14:53:24 Would he know how? Nov 06 14:53:41 David would Nov 06 14:53:46 [you know why.] Nov 06 14:53:53 [Thats what I thought] Nov 06 14:54:02 * Claudia nods Nov 06 14:54:34 Heinzharold has managed to stop laughing at last Nov 06 14:54:48 I _nearly_ had him wet himself Nov 06 14:54:58 Shoulda tried harder Nov 06 14:55:52 Didn't fancy having to wash the horse... This morning, when you were leaning against me... Nov 06 14:55:58 Yeah? Nov 06 14:56:27 That felt... special, I suppose... you'd let me in, y'know? I wanted you to know I really appreciated that Nov 06 14:56:38 * Claudia nods Nov 06 14:56:47 I do that with Sorgi sometimes Nov 06 14:57:02 * Morgan nods Nov 06 14:58:14 Good Nov 06 14:58:25 I trust you Nov 06 14:58:43 I know you do... just you've never let yourself be that open with me before Nov 06 14:58:53 * Claudia nods Nov 06 14:59:15 It takes a lot to get me that upset Nov 06 14:59:22 * Morgan nods Nov 06 14:59:40 I had come to that conclusion... I've _never_ seen you like that Nov 06 15:00:03 Hopefully you'll never have to again Nov 06 15:00:29 * Morgan nods Nov 06 15:00:36 I'm here, though. Nov 06 15:01:18 I know. I'm not ready to face it all yet and come out of my cave, but I see you waiting at the entrance for me Nov 06 15:01:56 * Morgan nods Nov 06 15:01:58 alright Nov 06 15:07:23 * Claudia nods "how are you going now?" Nov 06 15:08:30 I'm alright... its easing as the days gone on Nov 06 15:09:36 * Claudia nods Nov 06 15:10:34 Good. Is Molly alright about it? Nov 06 15:11:15 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 06 15:11:35 I think so... it was just a dream... we're going to talk it all over soon, once things aren't so raw Nov 06 15:11:44 * Claudia nods Nov 06 15:12:38 What's the deal with those monks? Nov 06 15:13:56 Order of the virgin or something... travelling to Atemlos. Nov 06 15:14:40 Do we have to put up with men in dresses all the way there? Nov 06 15:14:53 * Morgan shrugs Nov 06 15:15:03 They're good... only took eight of them to keep me at bay Nov 06 15:15:17 * Claudia looks impressed by this Nov 06 15:15:28 * Morgan laughs quietly Nov 06 15:16:04 It occurred to me a while back... how unlikely it'd be for anyone else to say anything like that... one on one is a challenge for a lot of people Nov 06 15:16:14 * Claudia nods Nov 06 15:16:21 We're not normal Nov 06 15:16:36 That may be the truest thing you've ever said Nov 06 15:16:58 Not that Heinzharold is an eejit? Nov 06 15:17:13 Thats a universal truth, always has been always will be Nov 06 15:17:21 * Claudia nods Nov 06 15:17:42 He said he met the Nieblungen Nov 06 15:17:55 * Morgan nods Nov 06 15:18:05 I was a bit awkward so they relented Nov 06 15:18:42 That's not at all like you (!) Nov 06 15:20:23 * Morgan nods Nov 06 15:20:37 I know, I'm so easy going... you're not jealous he saw 'em are you? Nov 06 15:20:44 Fuck no Nov 06 15:21:09 Had enough of that horseshit with the fate witch Nov 06 15:21:15 * Morgan nods Nov 06 15:21:26 Bit different with them... Nov 06 15:21:55 Why? Nov 06 15:22:33 The fate witch was all... dramatic and enigmatic... the Nieblungen are... its like talking to a five year old, they answer exactly the question you asked. Nov 06 15:23:48 * Claudia nods Nov 06 15:23:55 What did they say? Nov 06 15:24:38 I asked what was in the Sudlache... they said... 'many things' Nov 06 15:25:05 Stones, fish, fishing boats... Nov 06 15:25:43 Exactly, Gotta be very specific... I asked what monsters there were in there... they said several, so I gave up Nov 06 15:25:55 * Claudia laughs Nov 06 15:25:58 Awkward Nov 06 15:26:36 Like I said, like talking to a five year old... They've said I can tell you everything, incidentally Nov 06 15:28:31 * Claudia nods Nov 06 15:28:39 Thought you had already Nov 06 15:28:51 * Morgan laughs Nov 06 15:29:16 The salient bits yes... Nice to know they aren't about to throw their toys out of the pram about it though Nov 06 15:29:23 * Claudia nods Nov 06 15:29:31 Yeah Nov 06 15:34:16 * Morgan looks round Nov 06 15:34:37 Figure I'll wait until I can get time with you and HeinzHarold together to lay it all out Nov 06 15:35:02 * Claudia nods Nov 06 15:35:15 I haven't got anything better to do, have you? Nov 06 15:35:35 Varicks bedtime Nov 06 15:35:53 After that but before dinner? Nov 06 15:36:38 We can make a start then, sure Nov 06 15:38:12 * Claudia nods Nov 06 15:38:32 I'm sure DeeDee can see to your wives whilst we have dinner if needs be Nov 06 15:38:51 I expect so Nov 06 15:39:49 * Claudia nods. She goes to sort this with HH whilst he goes to see Varick, who is just being settled on the bed on the floor Nov 06 15:39:56 * Claudia is now known as Varick Nov 06 15:40:32 How're you doing young man? Nov 06 15:41:05 * Varick hugs his bear "Papa, do you think Theus is sending me a sign?" Nov 06 15:41:39 Last night? Nov 06 15:43:05 No, the monks being here Nov 06 15:43:40 What sort of sign? Nov 06 15:44:07 That I should stay Va Nov 06 15:44:12 Vaticine Nov 06 15:44:30 No, I don't think so... I think its just a coincidence Nov 06 15:45:19 Okay, Papa. You were very good Nov 06 15:46:01 Thank you Varick. I'm glad you think so Nov 06 15:46:45 * Varick nods Nov 06 15:46:52 I wish I could fight like you Nov 06 15:47:13 Want me to teach you? It'll take a long time Nov 06 15:47:25 * Varick nods, smiling Nov 06 15:47:28 Yes please Nov 06 15:47:52 * Morgan nods Nov 06 15:48:03 Alright. Nov 06 15:49:32 * Varick nods Nov 06 15:49:41 Would you sing to me, Papa? Nov 06 15:50:17 Oh... ummm... ok... what would you like? Nov 06 15:51:33 I don't mind Nov 06 15:52:04 * Morgan nods, kneeling down and singing now and forever quietly Nov 06 15:53:01 * Varick falls asleep quickly Nov 06 15:53:23 * Morgan finishes tucking him in Nov 06 15:54:10 * Varick looks so young and sweet, far too young to have dreamt of his birth father telling him he is going to hell Nov 06 15:55:44 * Morgan sighs sadly Nov 06 15:55:54 [Who is watching him love?] Nov 06 15:56:47 [I thought we'd lock it, Inga and I will be next door] Nov 06 15:56:57 [Alright love] Nov 06 15:57:20 [you'll be in with Claudia?] Nov 06 15:57:58 {Yes. We're going to have a talk] Nov 06 15:58:51 [Alright liebling, we are going to have dinner and gossip then] Nov 06 15:59:54 * Morgan leaves the room quietly, locking the door and knocking quietly on the next door to hand them the key Nov 06 16:01:11 * Varick is now known as Molly Nov 06 16:01:50 * Molly smiles warmly when she sees him. Her fichu is properly in place Nov 06 16:02:29 He's sound asleep... Nov 06 16:02:42 * Molly nods Nov 06 16:02:57 Good. I'll see you for bed then, my love? Nov 06 16:03:36 * Morgan nods Nov 06 16:03:40 Yes my love Nov 06 16:04:58 * Molly kisses him, not realising Inga can see, and there's a little giggling Nov 06 16:05:16 * Morgan pulls away before sticking his tongue out Inga Nov 06 16:05:21 I'll see you later Nov 06 16:05:50 * Molly nods. He can hear the giggling increase when the door is closed Nov 06 16:06:26 * Morgan goes to find the others Nov 06 16:07:52 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 06 16:08:21 * HH and Claudia are in her room, whiskey already open and in glasses. They're playing cards Nov 06 16:09:33 * Morgan sits down, looking at them Nov 06 16:10:10 * HH deals him in for poker Nov 06 16:10:19 You an' Molly okay? Nov 06 16:10:42 * Morgan nods Nov 06 16:10:43 aye Nov 06 16:11:18 * HH nods Nov 06 16:11:27 Foods on the way Nov 06 16:11:48 Good. I'm famished Nov 06 16:13:09 'Appens when you get old Nov 06 16:13:57 You still under the influence, or is this just your normal assholery? Nov 06 16:14:21 Just normal, Pa. Nov 06 16:15:14 * Morgan frowns, pouring himself a drink Nov 06 16:16:40 * HH tells Claudia about the monk asking which was his child, and she laughs Nov 06 16:17:00 C: You don't look that much older than him Nov 06 16:17:08 Yeah, man, ten years tops Nov 06 16:17:29 Must reflect his childish nature Nov 06 16:17:49 My boyish good looks Nov 06 16:18:40 The fact you hit six and stopped maturing Nov 06 16:18:47 * Morgan sips his drink Nov 06 16:18:58 Where shall we start? Somewhere... easier to believe? Nov 06 16:19:03 Yep Nov 06 16:19:21 Alright... Alarice wasn't beheaded by an executioner Nov 06 16:19:56 Gave her the choppy chop, didya? Nov 06 16:20:37 Drove a dagger and a sword through her... she... You know what's supposed to be Eisen magic? Nov 06 16:21:17 *both of them are busy looking shocked* C: You killed her?! HH: whoa, man! Nov 06 16:21:31 Stay with me... Eisen magic... Nov 06 16:21:48 *they both shake their heads* Nov 06 16:23:13 Its a sort of... destructive one, naturally... warp and age wood, metals... decaying, I suppose... as she was brought out for her execution, there's this snapping noise, the axe has fallen apart... then everything around her starts warping, breaking... Nov 06 16:23:38 * HH and Claudia look riveted and horrified Nov 06 16:24:46 She'd have killed everyone... so... dodging the wood she sent flying at me, eventually, I put her down... she died by my hand. Nov 06 16:25:13 * HH puts a hand on his arm "you okay, man?" Nov 06 16:25:28 * Morgan nods Nov 06 16:25:40 I've dealt with it, more or less Nov 06 16:26:02 HH: That where you went off to in Fischler? Nov 06 16:26:45 The Eisenfursts house... she was being executed because she tried to kill Molly. The rest of it was kept quiet for political reasons Nov 06 16:27:16 No, when we were there the other day and you went AWOL? Nov 06 16:27:37 Oh... uh... I visited her grave Nov 06 16:27:45 * HH nods Nov 06 16:28:12 Tough situation, even with what she did Nov 06 16:28:17 * Morgan nods Nov 06 16:29:17 I purposefully kept a scar... anyway... she was the last to have that magic... and to keep it all secret, the Nieblungen _adjusted_ everyones memories, so think it was a nice simple execution, followed by a lightning strike Nov 06 16:29:38 C: they can do that? Nov 06 16:29:55 Oh yes. Something everyone drank, as I understand it Nov 06 16:30:14 *she nods* go on Nov 06 16:30:41 So as far as anyone is concerned, it was completely ordinary... Nov 06 16:31:57 * Morgan watches them Nov 06 16:32:27 *they looks to be taking it okay* Nov 06 16:33:26 Ok... not too hard to believe... Nov 06 16:36:57 *they nod* Nov 06 16:38:34 Ok... something harder... You know the story of how Sudlachenburg got its first Koertig Graf? Nov 06 16:39:24 * HH nods Nov 06 16:39:31 Fished up that stone Nov 06 16:39:56 * Morgan nods Nov 06 16:40:16 Except he didn't... It was given to him, by the Nieblungen... for a specific purpose Nov 06 16:41:37 C: why? HH: To get to Molly? Nov 06 16:41:43 * Morgan nods Nov 06 16:42:04 Exactly. She can't bleed to death while she's wearing it... five _hundred_ years... passing that down to get to her Nov 06 16:43:43 C: Sounds like horseshit Nov 06 16:44:21 And yet... here she is, after the cast... she should have bled to death... I've seen paths where she took the ring off... she died. Nov 06 16:44:28 I don' get it man. How could they know? Neither of you had been born. Nov 06 16:44:58 They can see how things are going to go... they know what's coming. Nov 06 16:46:29 C: what is coming? Nov 06 16:47:11 At the least... the thing we saw on the way to Graben. There are... agreements in place that limit what they can tell me Nov 06 16:49:09 C: Trouble then. Nov 06 16:49:14 * Morgan nods Nov 06 16:49:21 A world of it... Nov 06 16:49:24 Big fucking trouble, by the sounds of it Nov 06 16:49:59 C: *she nods* Guess we'll just get on with it. Trouble's not new to us. Nov 06 16:50:26 * Morgan nods Nov 06 16:50:31 Its about the best we can do Nov 06 16:50:44 * HH and Claudia nod Nov 06 16:55:20 Florrie looks the way she does because it was vital that we see her and get involved Nov 06 16:55:31 Why? Nov 06 16:56:27 SHe's going to be a part of what happens. We've only seen the nice, sweet, flower growing... imagine what she could do if she were scared or angry, with brambles... Nov 06 16:56:43 * HH nods Nov 06 16:56:55 C: or whole trees. Nov 06 16:57:01 * Morgan nods Nov 06 16:57:04 Indeed Nov 06 16:57:19 * HH drinks a mouthful Nov 06 16:57:30 Look man, I don't wanna hurt you... Nov 06 16:57:45 Go on Nov 06 16:57:59 How do Dietlinde and Jana fit into all this? Nov 06 16:58:09 * Morgan nods Nov 06 16:59:11 If she had lived, Molly would've ended up with Sebastien... in every path I've seen their son marries Jana.... Our lines have to converge, Molly and I together is just the... easiest path to it. Nov 06 16:59:51 It wasn't set in stone that Dietlinde would die then? Nov 06 17:00:27 God no... no no no Nov 06 17:00:48 But they saw it coming? Nov 06 17:01:26 I suppose so... make no mistake, they are, as I've told you before, utterly ruthless in getting what they want Nov 06 17:01:50 Doesn't that make you feel sick? Makes me. Nov 06 17:02:21 * Morgan nods Nov 06 17:02:25 Absolutely it does. Nov 06 17:02:43 They coulda stopped him. Nov 06 17:03:20 Like I said... ruthless. If they are getting what they want, they don't care what else happens... it might be why I push them a bit... Nov 06 17:03:41 * HH nods, finishing the glass Nov 06 17:04:17 C: So you have to have children with one of them, to save the world? Nov 06 17:04:28 Summat like Nov 06 17:05:21 *she shrugs* No point brooding on what could have happened then, only getting the children they think you need as soon as possible " Nov 06 17:05:24 ? Nov 06 17:05:58 There's a time frame, but I don't know what it is... the older the children are, the more capable with their abilities, the better the chance we have Nov 06 17:06:30 Seems like yer gonna have to have them all quick an' back to back mebbie? Nov 06 17:07:06 * Morgan shrugs Nov 06 17:07:08 dunno Nov 06 17:07:15 * HH nods Nov 06 17:07:23 Heavy stuff, man Nov 06 17:07:49 No, really? Nov 06 17:08:12 I'm tryinna empathise, man. Nov 06 17:08:42 * Morgan nods Nov 06 17:09:10 Its... a huge thing to have to deal with... but I've got you... Nov 06 17:09:55 C: what use would Heinzharold be? You won't let him follow us into battle, not when he has Inga and kids at home. Nov 06 17:10:38 * HH looks at her "How'd you know he'd even take you either?!" Nov 06 17:10:54 Thats not what I meant... you two... You're a big part of the solid foundation of my life... Nov 06 17:11:23 *this appears to be a bone of contention developing between his friends* Nov 06 17:11:59 C: Because I am in disposable to him, and disposable to the world, you aren't" Nov 06 17:12:08 Hey.... HEY! Nov 06 17:12:22 * HH and Claudia both look at him Nov 06 17:13:08 Enough of that bullshit. Neither of you are disposable to me. Not for a fucking heartbeat, so pack it the fuck in Nov 06 17:13:39 *they both shut up Nov 06 17:15:07 I've got to face taking my own _children_ to face god alone knows what... I can't bear that weight if my two closest friends are at odds, bickering over bullshit like that Nov 06 17:15:22 Sorry man... Nov 06 17:15:27 C: yeah, me too. Nov 06 17:15:51 * Morgan watches them, giving each of them his full attention in turn before looking away Nov 06 17:16:20 *they stay quietly chastised* Nov 06 17:16:47 From what I understand... we win, whatever the fuck this is, Eisen will be safe... happier... Nov 06 17:17:03 * HH nods "if we don't?" Nov 06 17:17:12 * Morgan shrugs Nov 06 17:17:31 I figure death, destruction, that sort of thing. I'll try to find out Nov 06 17:17:42 * HH nods Nov 06 17:17:54 C: Sounds like they probably won't tell you Nov 06 17:18:35 I'm not sure... I'll push them a bit but, if its against their agreement, they'll stick to it... that being said, there is someone I can ask Nov 06 17:18:47 Who? Nov 06 17:19:13 Well... thats... difficult... Nov 06 17:19:54 C: Yeah, the rest of this has been real easy (!) Nov 06 17:20:21 * Morgan nods, taking a mouthful of his drink Nov 06 17:20:39 alright... in some of my dreams I speak to... a daughter I'm going to have. Nov 06 17:20:51 How? Nov 06 17:21:18 * Morgan shrugs Nov 06 17:21:31 She's just in them... she's aware its my dream. Nov 06 17:21:44 Weird Nov 06 17:22:04 * Morgan nods Nov 06 17:22:39 She knows some things... she warned me about the Schneeskald, in the future of a path where I died... properly... she woke me when Rief's men were going to kill us Nov 06 17:22:53 Huh Nov 06 17:23:04 C: that's odd, even for you Nov 06 17:23:14 * Morgan nods Nov 06 17:23:24 I know. Nov 06 17:23:43 When will Molly have her? Nov 06 17:23:52 We don't know Nov 06 17:24:07 Seen her a lot? Nov 06 17:24:30 Fair bit, yeah. Madchen, she's called Nov 06 17:24:47 Damn, okay. Nov 06 17:25:19 What? Nov 06 17:25:29 Inga likes that name for a baby Nov 06 17:25:46 * Morgan looks saddened Nov 06 17:25:50 I'm sorry man Nov 06 17:25:57 * HH shrugs Nov 06 17:26:03 It's okay Nov 06 17:26:51 * Morgan watches him Nov 06 17:26:59 Could probably both use it somehow... Nov 06 17:27:06 * HH shakes his head Nov 06 17:27:17 You got dibs on it now Nov 06 17:27:30 * Morgan frowns Nov 06 17:27:40 You gonn' call your first son HeinzHarold Nov 06 17:27:43 ? Nov 06 17:28:11 Prob'ly. Mebbie Thirteen for a nickname Nov 06 17:28:16 * Morgan nods Nov 06 17:28:32 Bout three hundred years, y'know, that names been going through your family Nov 06 17:28:44 So has sexy. Nov 06 17:28:57 Til you arrived Nov 06 17:29:21 Then it became Sexy with a capital S Nov 06 17:29:31 * Morgan snorts Nov 06 17:29:52 C: You're a capital Ass, Heinzharold Nov 06 17:30:04 * Morgan nods, sipping his drink Nov 06 17:30:30 My ass is more like a capital B than an S Nov 06 17:31:22 C: when I think of you I always think of the letters B S. Nov 06 17:32:18 * HH punches her in the arm before shaking out his fingers, looking at Morgan "she's like punchin' granite, man" Nov 06 17:32:32 * Morgan nods Nov 06 17:32:47 yep Nov 06 17:33:02 C: Are you two done being broody? Nov 06 17:33:39 Not broody Nov 06 17:33:50 Nope, I'm not gonna stop that for at least nine months. Nov 06 17:34:15 C: *she looks at Morgan* are you shittin' me? Nov 06 17:34:48 What? Nov 06 17:35:08 *she waves it off* Go back to the end of the world Nov 06 17:35:25 You thinking she might be? Its... unlikely Nov 06 17:35:33 Inga? Nov 06 17:36:30 I assume thats who she means Nov 06 17:37:01 C: I meant you not being broody. Nov 06 17:37:35 Oh... no, this isn't me broody Nov 06 17:38:10 'E saves that f' when he's rubbing Jarvie's belly an' holdin' babies Nov 06 17:38:37 Shut up, you didn't see the faces that kid was pulling Nov 06 17:38:42 * HH laughs Nov 06 17:39:10 C: *she drinks her whiskey* so, end of the world? Nov 06 17:39:28 * Morgan nods, taking a mouthful before topping up his glass Nov 06 17:40:07 There's sort of a... truce... they can't tell us certain things, and the other side can't unleash all hell early Nov 06 17:40:48 * HH nods Nov 06 17:40:57 Okay, man Nov 06 17:41:35 Not to say that they'd tell us anyway... we tend to get a bit... pushy with them Nov 06 17:42:48 *the food is brought in, and HH loses all interest in talking whilst shovelling in his food* Nov 06 17:44:31 * Morgan watches Claudia speculatively Nov 06 17:49:26 *she just watches him back* Nov 06 17:50:08 * Morgan glances at HeinzHarold to make sure he's not looking Nov 06 17:50:26 $Would now be a good time? Got support around both of you$ Nov 06 17:50:26 *he isn't * Nov 06 17:50:53 *Claudia looks to be thinking* Nov 06 17:51:32 * HH , with his mouth full "you an' Molly gon' be okay with Varick overnight?" Nov 06 17:51:39 * Morgan nods Nov 06 17:51:42 Of course Nov 06 17:52:40 We coulda had 'im Nov 06 17:59:08 Its fine... I want him close by in case of nightmares Nov 06 18:00:04 * HH nods Nov 06 18:00:36 If you need t' borrow our room b'fore bed I can take Inga downstairs Nov 06 18:01:05 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 06 18:01:08 No need Nov 06 18:01:48 Wasn' sure if y' need to reconnect after yer nightmare Nov 06 18:02:19 We've spoken, we're alright man Nov 06 18:02:50 * HH nods Nov 06 18:03:17 *Claudia stands up* I'll be back in a minute Nov 06 18:03:36 * Morgan nods Nov 06 18:06:20 *Claudia goes* Nov 06 18:06:29 * HH looks at Morgan Nov 06 18:06:53 Don' worry man, I know it is prob'ly gonna take a while for a baby Nov 06 18:07:05 * Morgan nods Nov 06 18:07:20 You could be lucky... Inga wasn't on the herbs for nearly so long... Nov 06 18:08:15 * HH nods "yeah, only a couple months. Molly been on them a while?" Nov 06 18:08:47 Fair while, aye Nov 06 18:11:50 Worried about it? *he eats another mouthful* Nov 06 18:12:20 A little I suppose Nov 06 18:12:41 Sure she'll be okay man, just tough to keep waiting Nov 06 18:13:17 * Morgan nods Nov 06 18:13:21 Yes... it is Nov 06 18:13:46 Had a bit of a wait with Dietlinde too though? Nov 06 18:14:37 * Morgan nods Nov 06 18:14:55 Oh yeah, its normal from what I can tell... but the herbs take a while to get out of the system properly Nov 06 18:15:09 * HH nods Nov 06 18:15:21 We've got our fingers crossed for you guys Nov 06 18:15:52 Likewise, though we'll be sad to not have you with us when we go back to Capperlucia Nov 06 18:16:06 * HH nods Nov 06 18:16:59 I feel bad about it, man, but it's just... I can't take away Inga's chances to have a biological family, y' know? Nov 06 18:17:21 No, absolutely not Nov 06 18:19:45 Will you go if Molly's increasing by then? Nov 06 18:20:17 Depends how far along she is Nov 06 18:20:35 She be okay to travel? Nov 06 18:21:13 If anyone would be... Nov 06 18:22:06 Yeah, guess so. Nov 06 18:22:34 * Morgan nods Nov 06 18:24:01 * HH adds up Nov 06 18:24:41 Nothing for three months, so end of March, at best? You going October time? Nov 06 18:24:53 Bout that Nov 06 18:25:31 Could be like seven months when you set off, and ten when y' get back Nov 06 18:25:53 * Morgan nods Nov 06 18:27:49 Prob'ly not wanna be any further than Jarvie is now when y' get back Nov 06 18:28:01 No, not really Nov 06 18:28:28 Not catchin' til summer then Nov 06 18:29:12 No, that'd be about right Nov 06 18:29:35 Gonna feel like forever though? Nov 06 18:29:51 * Morgan nods Nov 06 18:29:54 Yeah, I expect so Nov 06 18:30:40 *Claudia comes back in with a tin and a pipe* Nov 06 18:31:24 * Morgan takes a mouthful of whiskey Nov 06 18:32:14 * HH finishes his food. Claudia seems to be done, so HH finishes hers too before eyeing Morgan's plate Nov 06 18:32:28 * Morgan hands him his leftovers Nov 06 18:33:15 * HH finishes it off whilst Claudia adds the tobacco to the pipe Nov 06 18:33:30 C: this one's yours, from DeeDee Nov 06 18:34:04 * Morgan nods, taking it Nov 06 18:34:09 I'll thank him later Nov 06 18:34:31 C: I figured we'd share some now... Nov 06 18:34:46 You want captain giggles back? Nov 06 18:35:11 *She nods, looking serious* yeah Nov 06 18:35:26 * Morgan nods Nov 06 18:35:29 alright Nov 06 18:35:56 C: *she holds out her hand for it* Nov 06 18:36:46 * Morgan hands it over Nov 06 18:37:23 *she gets it lit, drawing on it longer than deedee told him to, holding, then exhaling* Nov 06 18:37:42 * HH looks at Morgan "you can go next, I'm still eating" Nov 06 18:38:06 * Morgan nods, doing so, for half the time he was told Nov 06 18:38:09 You're always eating Nov 06 18:38:38 * HH nods "that's what she said" Nov 06 18:39:17 * Morgan rolls his eyes Nov 06 18:39:26 *the euphoric feeling he had before hits at the same point* Nov 06 18:40:13 * Morgan relaxes into the chair, sipping his whiskey Nov 06 18:41:45 *Claudia has it back, and then eventually HH takes some, longer than Morgan, less than Claudia. He also relaxes a bit* Nov 06 18:49:30 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 06 19:09:33 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 06 19:09:40 * MollyK is now known as Claudia Nov 06 19:09:52 * Claudia offers it to Morgan again Nov 06 19:10:20 I'm good Nov 06 19:10:41 * Claudia shrugs Nov 06 19:10:54 I don't know where to start... Nov 06 19:12:07 *HH holds out his hand for the pipe, taking some more from it* Nov 06 19:12:40 * Morgan looks at her Nov 06 19:12:58 Get the big bit out of the way first... details we can come back to Nov 06 19:13:15 * Claudia looks at HH Nov 06 19:13:26 I have to tell you something Nov 06 19:14:56 *HH shrugs* if it's about you, Cap'n an' DeeDee, I'm gonna keep my mouth shut. Both nice guys, both handsome. Long as they treat you right, it's all good Nov 06 19:15:57 * Morgan speaks quietly Nov 06 19:16:25 HeinzHarold... it aint... let her get it out, yeah? Nov 06 19:18:50 *he nods, handing Morgan the pipe. Claudia seems to be mulling over what to say* Nov 06 19:19:07 * Morgan takes a small draw on it, passing it to Claudia Nov 06 19:20:29 *HH does likewise. Just after the euphoric feeling hits again, he hears [if everything alright?] Nov 06 19:20:52 [yes love. Claudia is about to tell HeinzHarold about being attacked] Nov 06 19:21:35 [that might be why I suddenly felt a bit of unease. Alright, my love] Nov 06 19:22:17 [afraid so love] Nov 06 19:23:14 * Claudia looks at HH "During the War, I was raped." Nov 06 19:23:36 * Morgan watches HeinzHarold Nov 06 19:24:06 *HH looks taken aback, then crestfallen* what...?! When...?! Nov 06 19:25:25 *she looks a little vague* A few times, starting from basic training Nov 06 19:25:57 *HH looks to Morgan, lost, pained, angry* Nov 06 19:26:06 I know, man... I know... Nov 06 19:27:26 * Claudia takes the pipe, inhaling deeply, holding, exhaling Nov 06 19:28:05 HH: shit... Claudia.... fuckin' hell. Nov 06 19:28:29 * Morgan watches them both carefully Nov 06 19:28:48 * Claudia shrugs a little Nov 06 19:29:33 *HH looks deeply dismayed, distressed even* Nov 06 19:29:57 HeinzHarold, use the pipe man... Nov 06 19:30:19 * Claudia hands it to him, and he does Nov 06 19:31:24 * Morgan looks at HeinzHarold, speaking barely above a whisper Nov 06 19:32:18 I know you're angry... you want to hurt whoever did this to that Claudia... to _our_ Claudia... but that isn't what she needs right now. She needs you to be you, to love her obviously and unconditionally, like you always have. Nov 06 19:38:12 HH looks at her: O' course I love you, nothin's gonna ever change that! Nov 06 19:39:03 * Claudia nods a little Nov 06 19:39:38 HH: Sure I can't kill 'im for you? Just a lil bit dead? Nov 06 19:40:44 They're all dead, Heinzharold. I killed them all eventually. Nov 06 19:41:15 *HH looks to Morgan, confused* More than one?! Nov 06 19:47:20 * Morgan nods Nov 06 19:47:37 Yes man Nov 06 19:48:57 It won't help to know how many. It didn't help Morgan. Nov 06 19:49:47 * Morgan nods Nov 06 19:49:50 Thats true Nov 06 19:50:35 *HH looks to be struggling with it* why?! Why would they do that?! Nov 06 19:51:00 Because some men are cunts Nov 06 19:52:05 * Claudia is neither too high or too strained to smile slightly at Morgan's expletive, but HH misses it Nov 06 19:55:47 Because they could. Because at first I was naive, then they were superiors, then because they worked out how to overpower me. Because I was a -woman-, and by existing I had something they wanted. *her tone is grim, bitter* Nov 06 19:57:30 *HH looks really upset now* Shit... shit, Claudia, I'm sorry Nov 06 19:58:14 * Morgan looks at Claudia Nov 06 19:58:22 Are you able to give him a hug? Nov 06 19:59:50 * Claudia nods, standing up and he follows suit. He hugs her like she's fragile, and Morgan can see her grimacing Nov 06 20:00:21 * Morgan stands, enveloping them both in a tight hug Nov 06 20:00:34 She's not gonn' break man... Nov 06 20:00:54 * Claudia pulls away rapidly, breaking the contact Nov 06 20:01:02 Sorry. Too much. Nov 06 20:01:36 *HH looks solemn* Nov 06 20:01:38 My fault... *he squeezes HeinzHarold before letting him go* Nov 06 20:02:16 One at a time, okay. Don't be too gentle *she hugs HH again* Nov 06 20:02:28 * Morgan gives them space Nov 06 20:03:25 *HH looks like he would love to do someone extreme harm when Morgan can seem him over her shoulder* Nov 06 20:04:23 I know man.... Nov 06 20:05:05 * Claudia lets go, and HH immediately steps away. She opens her arms to Morgan Nov 06 20:05:34 * Morgan hugs her tightly, quickly letting her go Nov 06 20:06:08 * Claudia sits back down, using the pipe before giving it to Morgan Nov 06 20:06:19 * Morgan passes it straight over to HeinzHarold Nov 06 20:06:42 * Claudia looks at him "it's gonna get worse" Nov 06 20:07:01 *HH hands it back after his own turn* Nov 06 20:09:22 * Morgan takes a small draw, handing it back to Claudia Nov 06 20:09:54 * Claudia takes a deep breath Nov 06 20:10:20 I don't want to overwhelm you, but if it doesn't come out tonight it'll be worse... Nov 06 20:10:36 *HH nods* go on. Nov 06 20:11:55 * Morgan moves, refilling their glasses Nov 06 20:15:12 The last time was Erlangen. The eight men you were friends with. They pretended to be injured, knowing I was, and that the camp would be empty after the next wave... it took seven to hold me, and the other... they took turns. *she doesn't look up from the table, so doesn't see how he shakes his head with disbelief Nov 06 20:16:21 HH: They w-... *he catches himself* ... were cunts, and I hope they're burnin' in hell. Nov 06 20:17:12 * Morgan watches him for a moment before looking at Claudia Nov 06 20:17:22 * Claudia nods slightly, not looking up Nov 06 20:18:55 I'm sure they are... Nov 06 20:21:21 Anyway, that's the worst of it. Nov 06 20:22:27 HH: If I'd had any clue what they were gonna do, I'd have ended them b'fore they could even look at you. Nov 06 20:22:36 * Claudia nods "I know" Nov 06 20:23:45 *the pipe passes between the others before reaching Morgan again Nov 06 20:24:03 * Morgan passes it straight along, taking a mouthful of whiskey instead Nov 06 20:25:16 HH: This stuff is why you sleep alone and don't wan' us wakin' you gently Nov 06 20:25:25 * Claudia nods "yeah" Nov 06 20:25:53 Its why her closeness with Sorgi is such... astounding progress Nov 06 20:26:10 *HH nods slowly* makes sense Nov 06 20:33:51 Sorgi's just different. I didn't intend it to happen again, but the relief when we knew Molly had survived was a lot, and we got carried away Nov 06 20:34:39 HH: No judgin' here, if I was a lady I might be tempted t' bed Cap'n Nov 06 20:35:21 Got that dignified, quiet confidence, right? Nov 06 20:35:58 HH: nah, beard looks like it'd be nice on my lady garden Nov 06 20:36:33 * Claudia starts to laugh quietly, which makes HH start to giggle Nov 06 20:37:06 You know that from kissing men, I suppose Nov 06 20:37:54 HH: It was only one, an' he only 'ad a bit of stubble Nov 06 20:40:21 * Claudia looks to Morgan "kissed any men?" Nov 06 20:40:47 Not a one Nov 06 20:40:49 *HH giggles* 'E's barely kissed any girls! Nov 06 20:40:57 Shut up Nov 06 20:41:14 HH: Gotta be less than five! Nov 06 20:41:51 * Morgan just sips his whiskey Nov 06 20:42:11 Including his cousin? Nov 06 20:42:47 Hey, she tried kissing me, that doesn't count Nov 06 20:43:06 HH: was lip contact made? Nov 06 20:43:27 Before I scrambled away from her Nov 06 20:44:05 *HH looks at Claudia* Def'nit'ly less than five Nov 06 20:44:41 He's still had sex with twice as many women as you. Nov 06 20:45:05 *HH goes to object, but his mouth just hangs open* Nov 06 20:45:52 That must hurt Nov 06 20:46:18 *HH grins* Quality over quantity Nov 06 20:46:28 Watch your step man Nov 06 20:47:31 *he looks at Morgan* y' know I'm not serious man. Ain't another man alive who has had two such amazing wives! Nov 06 20:48:24 * Morgan nods slightly, sipping his whiskey Nov 06 20:49:11 *HH looks to Claudia* This stuff why you prefer girls? Nov 06 20:49:40 * Claudia sips some whiskey now Nov 06 20:50:05 No... yeah... I dunno, probably. Nov 06 20:51:01 Can't blame her, there's no-one as pretty as you man... 'cept Kitt of course Nov 06 20:51:16 *HH looks to Morgan* He is not. Nov 06 20:52:58 It's not like I woke up one morning and realised men were a shower of bastards *this is a term that he's heard Sorgi say a few times* and chose to like girls instead Nov 06 20:53:38 Is it... like... you just... _do_? Nov 06 20:54:45 Yeah. Started when I was about eleven, liked both boys and girls. I figured everyone secretly did but just kept it quiet Nov 06 20:55:46 * Morgan nods Nov 06 20:56:24 HH: Morgan's like tha' but Kitt is th' only boy he likes Nov 06 20:57:14 And you're jealous Nov 06 20:58:05 * Claudia smiles "If you were going to start flattening the other side of the bedsheets you could do much worse than Kitt!" Nov 06 20:59:18 * Morgan shrugs Nov 06 20:59:25 Too duplicitous Nov 06 20:59:45 *HH starts giggling* like 'is men sweet and compliant Nov 06 20:59:52 Likes* Nov 06 21:01:22 * Morgan just sips his whiskey Nov 06 21:02:41 HH: *he looks to Claudia* What's the deal with you an' DeeDee then? You friends? He fancies you. Nov 06 21:03:18 I know he does. He's an idiot. Nov 06 21:04:35 HH: Fancy 'im, even just a little bit? Nov 06 21:05:05 * Claudia rubs her temples in circular motions Nov 06 21:06:04 *HH glances at Morgan's expression * Nov 06 21:06:53 * Morgan just looks calm Nov 06 21:07:26 Yeah, a little bit, I guess. Nov 06 21:08:04 * Claudia looks to Morgan Nov 06 21:08:39 Guess there's no harm in admitting that that particular man might not be a monster and a rapist biding his time. Nov 06 21:09:13 * Morgan nods Nov 06 21:09:19 I'm proud of you. Both of you. Nov 06 21:09:44 * Claudia inhales from the pipe before passing it to HH Nov 06 21:09:46 Why? Nov 06 21:12:50 The courage its taken you to tell him, and to admit what you just did... the strength its taken for HeinzHarold to hear it and mostly keep his cool Nov 06 21:14:02 Helps that we've both smoked a fair bit *she smiles* Nov 06 21:14:11 * Morgan nods Nov 06 21:14:12 Even so Nov 06 21:15:29 HH: might not be so easy when it settles in, but I love Claudia, al'ays have. Nothing's gonna change it. I get why she told you first, man, it's less personal. Nov 06 21:16:42 * Claudia hands the pipe round to Morgan again Nov 06 21:16:56 * Morgan takes a very small draw before passing it on Nov 06 21:17:22 I'm... less involved. Nov 06 21:18:04 *even with that small amount he still feels the rush* Nov 06 21:18:16 HH: yeah *he takes the pipe* Nov 06 21:18:26 [are you alright?] Nov 06 21:18:35 [Yes I think so] Nov 06 21:18:50 [am I needed?] Nov 06 21:19:14 [I... don't... think so... not yet anyway] Nov 06 21:19:26 I just didn't want to make you feel like shit, or torn because you liked them Nov 06 21:19:50 HH: I feel sick to my guts 'bout that bit, but I'm okay Nov 06 21:22:12 Even now I don't trust my instincts with men. I treat them all like they're rapists waiting for an opportunity and I'm ready accordingly Nov 06 21:22:35 unnerstandable Nov 06 21:23:03 *HH nods too* Nov 06 21:23:35 HH: You hear Inga wants to see th' brothel tomorrow? Nov 06 21:24:13 * Claudia nods "I don't know why she does or why you'd want to take her somewhere like that" Nov 06 21:25:38 HH: she's a grown up an' curious. I won't let her come to any harm, and we'll go as soon as she's had enough Nov 06 21:26:27 * Claudia looks at Morgan "what do you think?" Nov 06 21:26:35 * Morgan shrugs Nov 06 21:26:48 I don't get it... but, as he says, she's a grown up Nov 06 21:27:18 HH: Molly not wantin' to go? Nov 06 21:28:02 * Morgan shrugs Nov 06 21:28:07 I'll ask, but I doubt it Nov 06 21:28:36 Surely -you- would put your foot down Nov 06 21:29:16 Have you _met_ my wife? Red hair, wilful... Nov 06 21:29:31 * Claudia laughs Nov 06 21:29:47 Good job you didn't meet Hannalore in between Nov 06 21:33:11 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 06 21:33:24 I don't know... something about her puts me on edge Nov 06 21:33:48 Because she's mercurial as hell? Nov 06 21:34:37 *the tobacco makes another pass around the table Nov 06 21:35:25 * Morgan shrugs, passing it straight along Nov 06 21:35:31 I dunno... Nov 06 21:36:05 * Claudia takes more this time, looking more at ease Nov 06 21:36:42 HH: okay, gotta ask, been bugging me for ages. When you bed girls, yeah, how do you know when it's over? Nov 06 21:37:27 * Claudia laughs, looking at Morgan for similar curiosity Nov 06 21:38:00 * Morgan doesn't look to have any Nov 06 21:39:20 When you've both decided you've had enough. We don't just suddenly collapse into a snoring heap like men, Nov 06 21:40:22 *HH starts giggling* yeah, but with women like Inga you'd still be at it the next day! Nov 06 21:40:55 Not if you're doing it right Nov 06 21:41:15 *HH grins at Morgan* Ouch, right in the male pride! Nov 06 21:41:27 That must hurt man Nov 06 21:42:33 HH: Nah, wouldn't make much odds. Five minutes or five hours, she's only completely satisfied when I'm done Nov 06 21:43:51 [my love, Inga wants me to ask you to tell Heinzharold she is going to bed in ten minutes] Nov 06 21:44:21 HeinzHarold, Inga says she's going to bed in ten minutes Nov 06 21:44:57 *he nods, taking a final draw* You guys good if I head out. Nov 06 21:44:59 ? Nov 06 21:45:09 * Claudia nods Nov 06 21:45:40 * Morgan nods Nov 06 21:45:42 You good man? Nov 06 21:45:42 Goodnight, Heinzharold Nov 06 21:46:03 *HH nods* Yeah, I'm okay. See you in th' morning Nov 06 21:46:11 G'night man Nov 06 21:46:35 *He's giggling as he goes down the hall* Nov 06 21:46:47 * Claudia looks at Morgan, just shrugging Nov 06 21:47:08 Captain Giggles has returned Nov 06 21:47:22 Yeah Nov 06 21:47:25 [he's on his way blossom] Nov 06 21:48:14 [I'll be off to bed too then, but do not feel you must rush] Nov 06 21:49:11 [alright love. I want to make sure Claudia's alright] Nov 06 21:49:16 How you doing? Nov 06 21:49:26 * Claudia takes a deep breath Nov 06 21:49:34 Weirdly free Nov 06 21:51:26 * Morgan nods Nov 06 21:51:32 It wasn't as bad as you expected? Nov 06 21:51:44 No... Nov 06 21:53:01 * Morgan nods Nov 06 21:53:08 I imagine he'll have difficulty tomorrow Nov 06 21:53:22 * Claudia nods Nov 06 21:53:55 How are you? I don't know if I'd been that graphic when I told you about Erlangen? Nov 06 21:54:55 * Morgan shakes his head slightly Nov 06 21:55:13 No, you weren't... I'm alright... tremendously angry... but alright Nov 06 21:55:25 * Claudia nods Nov 06 21:55:40 Just hoping it doesn't give you nightmares Nov 06 21:57:39 Its quite possible... but I'd be having one anyway so... Nov 06 21:58:22 * Claudia nods Nov 06 21:58:50 He's blunt when he's been smoking Nov 06 21:59:37 Just a bit, aye Nov 06 22:00:23 Did he hurt you about the quality and quantity thing? Nov 06 22:00:42 * Morgan nods Nov 06 22:00:47 Yes.. but he didn't mean to Nov 06 22:01:18 No. He loved Dietlinde and he loves Molly Nov 06 22:02:09 I know... its why he got a gentle nudge... Nov 06 22:02:31 * Claudia nods Nov 06 22:02:51 I'm okay, you can go and see her Nov 06 22:03:07 You sure? Nov 06 22:03:34 Yeah. I'll see if DeeDee wants to play cards Nov 06 22:04:40 * Morgan nods, getting up and putting a hand on her shoulder Nov 06 22:05:28 * Claudia gives him a smile "thanks for your support, I couldn't have done it without you" Nov 06 22:06:16 Always... Nov 06 22:08:40 * Claudia nods "night, Morgan" Nov 06 22:08:48 Night Claudia Nov 06 22:08:53 * Morgan goes to find Molly Nov 06 22:10:22 ** There is only one shaded candle alight, Molly in bed in a nightgown already, and Varick fast asleep. She puts her book down, waiting for him. Nov 06 22:10:28 * Claudia is now known as Molly Nov 06 22:11:56 * Morgan gets undressed and into bed Nov 06 22:12:21 * Molly talks only in whispers Nov 06 22:12:27 Are you alright? Nov 06 22:12:58 * Morgan nods Nov 06 22:13:09 Went better than I expected. Think HeinzHarold will struggle tomorrow Nov 06 22:13:14 * Molly nods Nov 06 22:13:21 I'll be available Nov 06 22:14:00 And you yourself feel alright. Nov 06 22:14:02 ? Nov 06 22:15:36 * Morgan nods Nov 06 22:15:50 Aye... its awful, but I knew most of it anyway Nov 06 22:15:56 * Molly nods Nov 06 22:16:07 At least it was not a shock to you Nov 06 22:17:39 * Morgan nods Nov 06 22:17:41 true Nov 06 22:17:55 Is there anything you need from me? Nov 06 22:18:11 I'm alright my darling Nov 06 22:18:34 * Molly smiles Nov 06 22:19:10 Alright. Do we need to talk any more about your dream last night, or about the dreams we may wake aroused from? Nov 06 22:19:31 In a whisper? No, I think it can wait Nov 06 22:19:59 [or like this?] Nov 06 22:20:44 [If you wish to] Nov 06 22:20:54 * Molly snuggles up to him, strange in her nightdress Nov 06 22:21:22 [I can wait if you'd rather sleep, I just wish to know you are not worrying] Nov 06 22:21:55 [I'm not worrying. We are stronger than a nightmare my love] Nov 06 22:22:10 * Molly nods Nov 06 22:22:28 [are you ready to sleep?] Nov 06 22:23:06 [I suppose so... we can talk about the rest of it tomorrow] Nov 06 22:24:24 [on the horse with you arms nice and warm in my cape] Nov 06 22:25:22 [yes. Just like that] Nov 06 22:25:49 [a lovely thought to sleep to] Nov 06 22:26:31 * Morgan nods, settling down Nov 06 22:27:29 * Molly starts to sing him to sleep in his mind. As with each other time, he's out in an instant* Nov 06 22:29:19 **At first he dreams of the Star Girl. After seeing the weird ball of magic and discovering she can heal, they had talked about officially courting. He hadn't told Adalbrecht before escorting her to her new home in Innesbruck, which was his Uncle Hans’ old house and they'd arrived just as it was getting dark. It's been more than a month now since Nov 06 22:29:19 she took his virginity in Einsbaden, only getting chance to make love twice before he’d left to come home, celibate by necessity since. She dismisses the housekeeper for the day with some coins, saying she wants the excitement of exploring by herself. Nov 06 22:29:19 *she locks the door behind the servant, then smiles at Morgan with lust in her eyes Nov 06 22:29:19 We are alone at last, my Lord. Nov 06 22:29:58 * Morgan nods Nov 06 22:30:00 Indeed we are Nov 06 22:30:36 * Molly pushes him back against the door before kissing him hard Nov 06 22:31:42 * Morgan kisses her back Nov 06 22:32:56 * Molly moans softly, unbuttoning his coat "I've wanted you like this since the moment you left my bed" Nov 06 22:33:33 Oh really? Nov 06 22:35:49 Mmmhmmm *she tugs it off his shoulders before starting on his sword belt* Every night in your family's guest room I've remembered over and over the feel of you within me Nov 06 22:36:55 * Morgan blushes, heplping her get his belt off Nov 06 22:39:04 And you? Did you think of me when you were alone at night? *she carefully lays it on the floor* Nov 06 22:39:14 * Morgan nods Nov 06 22:39:16 Constantly Nov 06 22:40:14 Gooood... *she runs a hand over his crotch* were you like this when you thought of me? Nov 06 22:40:26 * Morgan coughs quietly Nov 06 22:40:31 Uhhh... harder Nov 06 22:41:27 * Molly smiles with mischief "you are rating your arousal, or asking for more pressure, my Lord?" Nov 06 22:42:03 Ummmm... the former, but I would not complain at the latter Nov 06 22:43:17 * Molly does rub him firmer, cupping him and stroking up and down his covered manhood Nov 06 22:43:27 * Morgan moans Nov 06 22:43:33 And did you do this to yourself to the memories of me? Nov 06 22:44:03 * Morgan nods Nov 06 22:44:07 yes Nov 06 22:44:40 * Molly smiles warmly "Good. As I did, you." Nov 06 22:46:18 * Morgan nods, running his hands over her Nov 06 22:46:20 good Nov 06 22:46:33 * Molly continues this, getting firmer and faster, her body pinning him to the door Nov 06 22:47:22 I need to have you. Find a bed or couch, or it will be here on the hallway floor. Nov 06 22:48:18 * Morgan picks her up, taking her to the nearest room, looking for a couch Nov 06 22:49:20 *He finds a chaise much like the one she took his virginity on in her untidy apartment Nov 06 22:50:11 * Morgan places her on it, pulling at her clothes Nov 06 22:54:27 * Molly tugs at her own outfit, popping a blouse button as she pulls to get her breasts bared, leaving him the task of getting her skirts and petticoats up to her waist. She watches him with a confident, open desire Nov 06 22:56:02 * Morgan works at pulling her skirts up while sucking on one of her nipples Nov 06 22:56:55 * Molly moans, grasping his ponytail whilst her other hand finds his placket buttons Nov 06 22:57:06 You'll... stay... tonight? Nov 06 22:57:29 * Morgan nods Nov 06 22:57:31 yes Nov 06 22:57:53 Then we have... time... to go... again and... again Nov 06 22:59:12 * Morgan nods, running his hands over her Nov 06 22:59:22 * Molly undoes the buttons, lifting his shirt til the cooler air of the room without a fire touches him a moment before her warm hand does Nov 06 23:00:56 Are you nervous again? Nov 06 23:01:13 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 06 23:01:14 A little Nov 06 23:01:50 There's no reason to be, just enjoy it, I think we both need it badly Nov 06 23:02:33 * Morgan nods Nov 06 23:02:34 Alright Nov 06 23:03:22 * Molly stokes him before running his tip over her soft heat, watching his eyes with a smile Nov 06 23:04:12 * Morgan moans, thrusting involuntarily Nov 06 23:06:02 * Molly smiles "alright... I like your eagerness..." she moves him to her entrance before removing her hand Nov 06 23:06:44 I... didn't... mean to... Nov 06 23:07:15 * Molly smiles, leaning up a little to kiss him before saying "have what you need" Nov 06 23:07:50 * Morgan nods, pushing into her Nov 06 23:08:21 * Molly nods, moaning with a shiver "Yes, that's what I have been craving" Nov 06 23:08:57 * Morgan groans, beginning to thrust Nov 06 23:09:08 You will be able to withdraw when it is time? Nov 06 23:09:47 * Morgan nods Nov 06 23:09:53 If that... is what you... require Nov 06 23:10:25 I think... we both know... you should... not spend... in me... Nov 06 23:10:56 * Morgan nods Nov 06 23:10:56 Right Nov 06 23:11:50 * Molly is quickly writhing beneath him, moaning loudly and repeatedly "God you are so good at this already!" Nov 06 23:12:30 * Morgan moans loudly, bending to kiss her Nov 06 23:13:11 * Molly kisses him too even as she climaxes around him Nov 06 23:13:48 * Morgan pulls away suddenly, whispering 'fuck' as he cums onto her belly Nov 06 23:14:22 * Molly smiles fondly "Took you by surprise, hmm?" Nov 06 23:14:42 * Morgan nods Nov 06 23:14:45 Just a bit Nov 06 23:15:30 *There’s a brief cough from someone else in the room, surprising in the house that should be empty* Nov 06 23:16:05 * Morgan turns, trying to cover himself while keeping her behind him Nov 06 23:16:38 *His Cousin Alarice is stood there, smirking haughtily* Oooh, Cousin Morgan! Look at you rutting on some woman like a sex-starved boar! Nov 06 23:16:48 * Molly is now known as Alarice Nov 06 23:17:02 What the hell are you doing here? Nov 06 23:17:58 *she looks amused, smug* It's technically my son's house. What will Uncle Addie say when I told him I saw you fuck this girl savagely and then had to watch your big red-tipped cock spurt all over her? Nov 06 23:18:42 You wouldn't Nov 06 23:19:24 ACTION smiles cruelly "I would! And your Mother! How ashamed she will be of you! She thinks you’re a good, honourable, gentle man, and actually you’re just a disgusting pervert!" Nov 06 23:19:24 * Received a CTCP from Alarice (to #7thsea) Nov 06 23:19:56 * Morgan clenches his fists Nov 06 23:20:03 What do you _want_ Alice? Nov 06 23:20:58 Just your humiliation, dear cousin. **Why is she talking? She’s dead. But she clearly isn’t, yet she should be. Why is everything around him blue? He suddenly realises he is dreaming. But the dream is as close to reality as it could be. He can even feel his own heart beating. Alarice stands there with that same smug smile she had in Faulk’s Nov 06 23:20:58 antechamber, knowing she’d just sent poisoned wine to Morgan’s wife, probably to kill her, definitely to make her miscarry any child she’d been carrying* Nov 06 23:21:39 * Morgan stares at her Nov 06 23:22:12 You're dead. You're dead, you failed. Now fuck off you venomous harridan Nov 06 23:24:08 You're not free of me. You wouldn't dream of Molly suffering, dying in your arms whilst telling you that she loved you like the woman she thought she wasn't as loved as. *she smiles savagely* I won because you're still tormented by those dreams. Nov 06 23:24:35 * Alarice has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Nov 06 23:26:35 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 06 23:26:53 But thats all they are... nightmares are a fact of life, yours are just another in a long line of them. When it comes down to it, I wake up, and you don't. Ever. Nov 06 23:27:29 * MollyK is now known as Alarice Nov 06 23:27:40 And yet right now, you cannot. Nov 06 23:28:03 * Morgan smiles, concentrating, trying to wake up Nov 06 23:28:13 *he doesn't manage it* Nov 06 23:28:46 * Morgan tries again Nov 06 23:29:12 * Alarice comes towards him, hands on his chest "It looks like it is just you and I here, cousin... even your Star Girl is gone..." Nov 06 23:29:28 * Morgan shoves her away Nov 06 23:29:37 *he still doesn't wake* Nov 06 23:31:23 So brave, shoving me, and yet you are still too weak to deal with me. At my execution, you acted in the moment, not to avenge Molly. Yet you beat the assassin to death, even though the delay killed Dietlinde and Jana... perhaps she's right about you love only being Enough... Nov 06 23:31:55 * Morgan sighs Nov 06 23:32:09 So this is what my mind does to me, huh... Nov 06 23:32:58 Reminds you of your failings. We could be here all night, and I can still see your prick. Nov 06 23:33:16 * Morgan shrugs, doing up his placket Nov 06 23:33:29 It'd matter if you existed... Nov 06 23:34:31 Oh but I do, I was the woman who made your wife nearly bleed to death and endure agony. Do you recall how scared you were, how you worried that you had hurt her, fucking her in the stables... Nov 06 23:35:11 But she didn't bleed to death.. and I didn't hurt her. Nov 06 23:35:16 * Morgan heads towards the door Nov 06 23:35:32 *it slams shut* Nov 06 23:36:09 Only because of the Nieblungen. You couldn't save her. You won't save her. You never save the women you love. Nov 06 23:36:45 No, I suppose not... that it? We done now? Nov 06 23:38:34 *she comes back, running her hands over his crotch. He hardens despite himself* And the children... poor little Jana and her unborn brother... what will happen to Varick and Florrie with you looking out for them? What will they endure for your failings? Nov 06 23:39:03 * Morgan moves away Nov 06 23:39:21 Is there something I am supposed to learn from this, or is the intent just to torment me? Nov 06 23:41:01 Don't you feel guilty, Morgan? What about how you abandoned Heinzharold to retrieve their corpses alone. What about how your mother grieved, yearning each and every day and mourning you. How your selfish choice made your brother order murders of innocents and suffer... Nov 06 23:42:07 * Morgan concentrates on her, trying to set her alight Nov 06 23:42:15 * Alarice laughs Nov 06 23:42:50 No. That's cute. You cannot burn me, I don't exist, remember? Nov 06 23:42:56 * Morgan shrugs Nov 06 23:43:15 Worth a try. So what, you want me to admit I feel guilty... Nov 06 23:43:47 I thought you wanted to raise me from the dead? When you were calling me a fucking cunt and spitting on my grave. Now you have me and you're a dishonourable coward. Nov 06 23:44:58 You're a figment of my imagination... there's no dishonour... and I'm simply not giving you what you want. Nov 06 23:46:43 Coward. Even if I was alive you'd be so scared of being a monster inside that you'd fear to act. And I could kill her all over again, watch her sadness, drink her tears of pain, and watch your agony as you realise she didn't think you really loved her Nov 06 23:47:45 Oh I see... you... I... want me to prove I'm a monster... I see now. Nov 06 23:49:04 You are a monster, Morgan. You've always known it when you feel the emotionless state as you killed man after man after man. Numb. Just a creature inflicting death without a care. Savage. Cruel. Nov 06 23:49:32 * Morgan sits on the couch Nov 06 23:49:38 I'm aware Nov 06 23:50:59 And don't you feel guilty about that. Or do you see that in someways you and I are the same? *she appears in his lap, kissing up his neck. The sensation is very good enough though the giver is repulsive* Nov 06 23:51:23 * Morgan upends her onto the floor Nov 06 23:51:53 *There's a sickening crunch of bones, and she cries out in pain* Nov 06 23:51:54 The difference, cousin mine, is that I don't do it for personal gain. Nov 06 23:52:16 No, you do it for _nothing_. It is soulless. Nov 06 23:52:59 * Morgan smiles Nov 06 23:53:20 I know you wouldn't understand, but I do it to stop people like you... to stop so many getting hurt. Nov 06 23:53:58 * Alarice grabs at his crotch. Again, it feels very good Nov 06 23:54:09 * Morgan shoves her away yet again Nov 06 23:54:23 You tell yourself that so that you do not see that your nature is that of a killer Nov 06 23:54:44 Is that what it'll take to get out of this? To accept that? Nov 06 23:56:21 Feel your guilt, or take your revenge. Isn't that what you wanted? Avenge Molly's pain, avenge that fear you felt as you clung to her dresses on the washing line and pleaded for her life with the God who had stolen Dietlinde from you. Nov 06 23:57:57 * Morgan looks round Nov 06 23:58:08 Couldn't lock me in a room with coffee, or some whiskey... Nov 06 23:59:35 *he catches sight of a mirror, and the compass pendant sparkles as the light hits it. But he hears the Star Girl say "Wait."