**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Nov 19 00:00:15 2022 Nov 19 00:00:15 Don't think I've seen you do that on the Rose Nov 19 00:00:51 Oh I have, several times, but mostly when I had to leave you in Eisen Nov 19 00:01:10 Oh? Nov 19 00:03:02 * Molly smiles "have you never done it?" Nov 19 00:03:37 No, generally if I'm on deck, I'm working Nov 19 00:06:33 Do it, my love. Just for half a minute. Nov 19 00:07:31 * Morgan looks round briefly before doing so Nov 19 00:08:32 *the speed feels more noticeable, the breeze a bit fresher, the movement of the ship beneath his feet more pronounced* Nov 19 00:09:00 * Morgan nods, opening his eyes Nov 19 00:09:01 I see Nov 19 00:09:25 You do not like it? *she watches him* Nov 19 00:09:38 I can see the appeal Nov 19 00:10:31 Maybe when we're on the Rose and you're not the Captain? Nov 19 00:11:09 * Morgan nods Nov 19 00:11:12 I'll give it a try Nov 19 00:12:39 * Molly nods, taking his hand and watching him Nov 19 00:12:43 How are you? Nov 19 00:13:01 * Morgan grins Nov 19 00:13:04 I'm good Nov 19 00:16:13 * Molly squeezes gently Nov 19 00:16:33 So I may call you Captain Morgan now, hmm? Nov 19 00:16:41 * Morgan nods Nov 19 00:16:45 I suppose so, yes Nov 19 00:17:14 Though I rather suspect you'll be up here all evening as well as all day, Nov 19 00:17:44 It is sort of my job Nov 19 00:19:01 * Molly smiles Nov 19 00:19:31 Sorgi only works the normal watch patterns... but this is a special day, my love Nov 19 00:20:26 * Morgan nods Nov 19 00:23:06 I've no doubt you'll be up in the rest once we weigh anchor Nov 19 00:23:49 I might have a little look Nov 19 00:24:58 * Molly nods Nov 19 00:25:15 She's beautiful, liebling Nov 19 00:25:41 * Morgan turns, looking back along the ship, nodding Nov 19 00:25:43 Aye, she is Nov 19 00:27:09 You must be very pleased Nov 19 00:27:29 Almost giddy... Nov 19 00:28:48 * Molly smiles excitedly Nov 19 00:28:52 That's wonderful Nov 19 00:30:00 * Morgan glances up at the nest before turning back to face the oncoming water Nov 19 00:31:52 * Molly watches him fondly Nov 19 00:32:00 I'm glad I was here for this Nov 19 00:32:09 * Morgan nods Nov 19 00:32:28 So am I... and him, too... I wish Claudia had been with us... Nov 19 00:32:37 Though she'd be telling me off for being so happy Nov 19 00:33:04 I don't think she would, my love... if you were being soppy, yes... but not happy Nov 19 00:35:24 * Morgan nods, looking down at the water hitting the bow Nov 19 00:36:49 * Molly watches the river, smiling thoughtfully Nov 19 00:37:21 Penny for them... Nov 19 00:38:59 I was thinking how nice it is to see you so happy, and how perhaps this was making you revise your ideas of settling down rather than travelling a while... Nov 19 00:39:58 * Morgan nods, rubbing his thumb back and forth along the railing Nov 19 00:40:39 I can see why you'd wonder that... but no... I don't think so... I do rather wish I'd done this sooner... or had more time doing it but, there simply isn't the time Nov 19 00:42:02 We can make time, my love... we have a few commitments, but we could be out on the water in the summer before going back to Capperlucia Nov 19 00:42:45 I'll think about it... Nov 19 00:44:22 * Molly nods, smiling "And I was thinking how pleased she would be that you were getting your dream" Nov 19 00:44:50 * Morgan nods Nov 19 00:44:58 I'd all but given up on it y'know Nov 19 00:45:20 Had you? Nov 19 00:45:36 * Morgan nods Nov 19 00:45:59 War was over, I was discharged... never going to progress any further in the ranks then... I settled down. Nov 19 00:46:44 Maybe you'd have still done it, my love, once Jana was older? Nov 19 00:49:05 No, I don't think so... *he draws a deep breath* I love the Rose... I'm proud of her... but right now, this ship... No-one has owned her but me... no-one has been her captain but me... Nov 19 00:50:30 * Molly nods enthusiastically Nov 19 00:50:41 Yes, go on, my love Nov 19 00:51:53 Go on? Nov 19 00:52:41 It seemed you had more to say Nov 19 00:53:20 * Morgan shrugs Nov 19 00:53:25 She is -mine- Nov 19 00:54:03 * Molly nods Nov 19 00:54:18 Indeed she is. Your Star Of The Sea Nov 19 00:56:10 * Morgan nods Nov 19 00:56:20 I'm going to ask Varick to name Stormdancer... Nov 19 00:57:07 * Molly nods Nov 19 00:57:16 That's nice, he'll like that Nov 19 01:00:03 Might teach him the poem Nov 19 01:00:34 What poem, my love? Nov 19 01:01:52 When a ship was named by the navy, there's a poem recited... really, its an excuse to toast and drink a few times Nov 19 01:02:24 Oh, that does sound fun! Nov 19 01:02:44 Its... a bit pompous I suppose Nov 19 01:03:16 Would you tell me? Nov 19 01:05:13 * Morgan looks out at the water for a moment Nov 19 01:05:36 alright... so, it starts like this... For thousands of years, we have gone to sea. We have crafted vessels to carry us, and we have called them by name. These ships will nurture and care for us through perilous seas, and so we affectionately call them “she.” To them, we toast and ask to celebrate Stormdancer... then there's a toast... and then... Nov 19 01:06:07 * Molly nods, watching with interest Nov 19 01:06:50 The moods of the sea are many, from tranquil to violent. We ask that this ship be given the strength to carry on. The keels are strong, and she keeps out the pressures of the sea... then there's another toast... *he scratches his chin, looking thoughtful* Nov 19 01:07:55 Then... Today, we come to name this lady Stormdancer and send her to sea to be cared for and to care for the crew. In the navy, the crew was named... anyway... We ask the sailors of old and the mood of God that is the sea to accept Stormdancer as her name, to help her through her passages, and allow her to return with her crew safely Nov 19 01:08:03 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 19 01:08:15 And then, predictably, there's another toast... thats the last one... Nov 19 01:09:18 * Molly nods, smiling "That's lovely. I think that would be very nice" Nov 19 01:09:28 * Morgan nods Nov 19 01:09:40 Then, obviously the bottle is broken on the bow Nov 19 01:09:47 * Molly nods Nov 19 01:10:00 He will enjoy that bit Nov 19 01:10:15 * Morgan nods Nov 19 01:10:17 I expect so Nov 19 01:11:09 *one of the crew calls over with a simple question* Nov 19 01:12:35 * Morgan turns, calling out an answer Nov 19 01:13:21 * Molly smiles Nov 19 01:13:39 I should let you get back to being with the men Nov 19 01:14:56 * Morgan nods Nov 19 01:14:59 Best do my job Nov 19 01:16:38 Yes, my Captain *she smiles* Nov 19 01:17:06 * Morgan smiles before making his way across the deck, giving praise where its due and guidance where needed Nov 19 01:18:14 *HH is chatting away with the men, not distracting them, but not having a specific purpose to be getting on with* Nov 19 01:21:40 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 19 10:02:52 * Molly has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Nov 19 11:44:55 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Nov 19 11:50:36 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 19 15:00:36 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Nov 19 15:07:30 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 19 15:08:31 * Morgan turns, calling out an answer Nov 19 15:08:32 * Molly smiles Nov 19 15:08:32 I should let you get back to being with the men Nov 19 15:08:32 * Morgan nods Nov 19 15:08:32 Best do my job Nov 19 15:08:34 Yes, my Captain *she smiles* Nov 19 15:08:38 * Morgan smiles before making his way across the deck, giving praise where its due and guidance where needed Nov 19 15:08:40 *HH is chatting away with the men, not distracting them, but not having a specific purpose to be getting on with* Nov 19 15:14:08 * Morgan looks at him Nov 19 15:14:16 Not got something sailory to do? Nov 19 15:15:22 * MollyK is now known as HH Nov 19 15:15:48 No, Cap'n. Got summat you want me doing? Nov 19 15:16:33 Not that I don't trust the workmanship... but... climb the rigging and check the sail mounts Nov 19 15:20:38 * HH does so, checking them all. Morgan can hear him signing even from the deck Nov 19 15:20:42 * HH is now known as Molly Nov 19 15:21:12 * Molly comes to him "my love, would you mind if I go below to look around?" Nov 19 15:21:29 Not at all Nov 19 15:24:41 ACTION does so. The ship settles in to this swift but smooth progress. The crew are very competent, following instructions and feeling back information. Not long after the lunch that she brings him up whilst the crew are swapping watches, he can look north and see how the Drachenburg mountains slope up and away from the coast, marking the end of Nov 19 15:24:42 Eisen and the beginning of Ussura, keeping to the port side. Nov 19 15:26:25 * Morgan watches that coast line for a few minutes, taking in the view of the mountains Nov 19 15:32:05 *At some point they also pass where Vodacce becomes the Empire, but there's no geography that marks it. They've passed ships from each nation, but nothing as new as his. There's no major issues, but the sun is starting to lower behind them by four o'clock. He can choose to try to press on an hour or two after dark, or play it safe. He won't reach Nov 19 15:32:06 Riyadh tonight either way Nov 19 15:33:06 * Morgan calls for the ship to be anchored before last light Nov 19 15:38:52 *She is, and the crew furl the sails. The deck gets swept, everything is made spic and span and ready for the morning* Nov 19 15:38:56 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 19 15:39:18 * HH comes over, patting Morgan's shoulder Nov 19 15:39:25 Had a good day, man? Nov 19 15:39:52 * Morgan nods Nov 19 15:40:08 I'd hoped to get there today... but I'm not risking sailing in the dark on a new ship Nov 19 15:40:39 Woulda made it if we left earlier, but stuff needed doin'. You staying up on watch? Nov 19 15:41:24 Just for a while Nov 19 15:46:47 * HH nods "I'm gonna go below an' hang out with Molly and Sinan" Nov 19 15:47:04 * Morgan nods Nov 19 15:47:25 Organise someone to relieve me in an hour? I just... just want a little while Nov 19 15:47:36 * HH nods Nov 19 15:47:48 I'll send Koen up Nov 19 15:47:56 * Morgan nods Nov 19 15:47:57 Thanks man Nov 19 15:48:54 * HH goes below. It's dark enough that no one else will be moving their ships now, so there's one watcher at the prow, one at the stern, and one in the nest Nov 19 15:50:24 * Morgan goes about, checking in with each of them before settling into the rigging Nov 19 15:54:42 *the night is milder than recently, and clear. The stars are sparkling lights, the waning moon overhead. He can faintly hear his crew below laughing. The river takes her turn caressing the smooth svelteness of the fresh wood on his ship's hull at the waterline. Nov 19 15:55:49 * Morgan spends his time quietly enjoying this, waiting for Koen Nov 19 15:56:21 *he appears precisely an hour later* Nov 19 15:57:17 * Morgan drops down out of the rigging Nov 19 15:57:47 I think thats enough for one day... Nov 19 15:59:17 *Koen nods* A good day, Captain Nov 19 15:59:29 * Morgan nods Nov 19 16:00:01 Alright... I'll be below if I'm needed Nov 19 16:00:37 *Koen inclines his head* Aye, Captain Nov 19 16:01:12 * Morgan does likewise before heading down below deck to find Molly Nov 19 16:02:43 * HH is now known as Molly Nov 19 16:05:35 ACTION is in his quarters. As per his design, it's nothing like the huge space on the Rose. There's a decent size table to work, eat, and lay charts out on, a few chairs, a window seat, and a small curtained area with a double bed. It's definitely a working ship, not a entertaining upon ship. She's sat beneath the hanging lamp over the window Nov 19 16:05:35 seat, wrapped in a shawl and reading Nov 19 16:06:33 * Morgan runs his hand across one of the wooden beams Nov 19 16:06:42 She's not luxurious... Nov 19 16:09:30 * Molly puts the book down Nov 19 16:09:40 She's pure... Nov 19 16:09:45 * Morgan nods Nov 19 16:09:47 Yes... she is Nov 19 16:10:05 * Molly smiles Nov 19 16:10:11 How are you? Nov 19 16:10:43 * Morgan smiles, sitting at the table Nov 19 16:10:46 I'm good Nov 19 16:13:34 * Molly smiles Nov 19 16:14:02 Should I anticipate you will be as distracted and watchful as a new parent, my love? Nov 19 16:15:53 Moreso, I think Nov 19 16:17:13 You will try to sleep though? Nov 19 16:17:56 * Morgan nods Nov 19 16:18:09 Is it worth calling HeinzHarold and Sinan through to go over what we need to accomplish? Nov 19 16:20:28 * Molly nods, standing Nov 19 16:20:40 That's a good idea, my love Nov 19 16:23:13 * Morgan nods Nov 19 16:23:26 Would you mind doing that? Maybe organising some coffee? Nov 19 16:23:51 * Molly nods, and comes to him, watching him fondly, a hand on his shoulder "So, my love, what do you do when you've achieved all the dreams you can reach?" Nov 19 16:24:16 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 19 16:24:41 Revel in it for a little while... Nov 19 16:26:38 * Molly nods, kissing his lips before withdrawing a little Nov 19 16:26:41 And then? Nov 19 16:27:40 And then we carry on trying to make things better Nov 19 16:28:58 * Molly nods "I'm glad I was here to be part of your dream, my love" Nov 19 16:29:49 As am I... and, if I'm being honest, HeinzHarold, even if he did start signing Nov 19 16:35:01 * Molly nods "it seems fitting. I'll be back soon" Nov 19 16:36:32 * Morgan nods Nov 19 16:36:34 Alright my love Nov 19 16:39:51 * Molly shuts the door quietly, leaving him in his Captain's quarters Nov 19 16:42:56 * Morgan relaxes in the chair, closing his eyes and just being Nov 19 16:45:48 * Molly is back a few minutes later with HH and Sinan Nov 19 16:45:52 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 19 16:46:00 * HH looks around Nov 19 16:46:34 Reminds me a bit of yer cottage. Simple and homey Nov 19 16:49:03 * Morgan nods Nov 19 16:49:08 Aye, I know what you mean Nov 19 16:52:31 *Molly serves them all coffee before sitting on Morgan's left Nov 19 16:56:08 Alright... lets recap the situation... we're heading to a rural area a day and a half outside of Ryadh. I had hoped to get there today, but I'm not willing to risk sailing in unknown waters in the dark. Nov 19 16:58:56 S: Where is it? Nov 19 16:59:37 *Molly tells him it is Al Uwyiah* Nov 19 17:00:22 S: I know the region but I have never been there. I suggest we hire guides from Riyadh Nov 19 17:00:37 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 19 17:01:39 The only issue there... if we cannot persuade them to relinquish Betuana, or cannot buy her... guides are going to be ill equipped for our speedy departure... Nov 19 17:02:10 Yeah, but without them we might not find 'er anyhow Nov 19 17:03:21 M: What if we leave them a little way from the place, with instructions to return to Riyadh after a certain amount of time has elapsed? Nov 19 17:03:52 * Morgan nods, looking to Sinan Nov 19 17:04:05 What thinks you of that? Think you could find our way back in a hurry? Nov 19 17:07:18 S: if we make good notes, yes. Riyadh is almost due north, and if we reach the coast we should be able to travel east until we find a port to ask at Nov 19 17:09:20 * Morgan nods Nov 19 17:09:52 Our last resort... if they will not relent, HeinzHarold and I will just take her... Nov 19 17:10:30 *Sinan nods* And Her Excellency? Nov 19 17:10:59 I don't see her submitting to staying behind... Nov 19 17:12:34 *Molly sips her coffee* I have no intention of staying behind. I am necessary. Nov 19 17:13:06 * HH just looks at Morgan $sounds like she's made up your minds$ Nov 19 17:14:53 * Morgan nods slightly Nov 19 17:15:14 Betuana has amnesia... Molly is our best hope of helping that Nov 19 17:16:09 S: *he looks like he is trying to figure out how to put something delicately* Have you been to the Empire before, my Lord? Nov 19 17:17:38 * Morgan looks at him seriously Nov 19 17:17:51 Spit it out, Sinan... there's too much at stake for niceties... Nov 19 17:20:24 S: If you are taking her Excellency, she will need to wear a head covering and a veil, as well as the looser clothing ladies wear. Perhaps gloves, as she is clearly unbranded Nov 19 17:23:47 *Molly looks to Morgan* If that is what I must do, then I will Nov 19 17:23:54 * Morgan nods Nov 19 17:24:13 Alright... Whats the view on magic in the Empire? Nov 19 17:25:54 * HH is now known as Sinan Nov 19 17:26:01 Very frowned upon Nov 19 17:27:10 * Morgan nods Nov 19 17:27:15 Right... Nov 19 17:29:28 And... your view on that now? Nov 19 17:29:53 My Father is only alive because of it Nov 19 17:31:56 I am aware of that but that isn't really an answer... Nov 19 17:33:57 I am still not very fond of it, but I trust the two of you Nov 19 17:34:10 * Morgan nods Nov 19 17:34:20 You should be aware we are more... adept... with it now Nov 19 17:35:37 * Sinan nods Nov 19 17:35:54 I understand Nov 19 17:36:11 *Molly watches him, sipping her coffee* Nov 19 17:37:18 * Morgan nods Nov 19 17:39:12 You will need to be careful Nov 19 17:39:36 Oh? Nov 19 17:40:15 The people won't react well to it if they see it Nov 19 17:42:20 Unless they able to see it, as you are, they'll have no idea where its coming from, though I don't intend to use it unless absolutely necessary Nov 19 17:43:16 * Sinan nods Nov 19 17:43:34 I have not heard of anyone else who can Nov 19 17:44:31 * Morgan nods Nov 19 17:44:32 good Nov 19 17:46:29 It will be warmer in Al Uwyiah than here, but when we camp it will be cold. Nov 19 17:47:09 Clear skies, I suppose Nov 19 17:48:59 * Sinan nods 'the sand holds the heat less overnight' Nov 19 17:49:15 * Morgan nods Nov 19 17:49:20 Alright, we can deal with that Nov 19 17:49:35 $better watch yourselves, you don't want sandy balls$ Nov 19 17:50:24 $its alright, we've got you so we'll have a sandy asshole$ Nov 19 17:52:14 *HH starts chuckling* $Sandy crack* Nov 19 17:52:34 *Molly watches the two of them* Nov 19 17:52:51 Was there anything else you need to know? Nov 19 17:53:43 If she's been branded, how likely are they to sell her? Nov 19 18:01:32 That will depend on who has branded her and how much he wants to keep her Nov 19 18:01:57 * Morgan nods Nov 19 18:02:05 We are bringing her back... Nov 19 18:03:08 At any cost? Nov 19 18:03:21 Thats not the ideal... but... if needs be Nov 19 18:04:23 Me nods Nov 19 18:04:38 What do you know about who she is with? Nov 19 18:04:59 * Morgan looks to Molly Nov 19 18:05:04 What do you recall? Nov 19 18:07:43 M: just that she is there and has no memory Nov 19 18:08:01 * Morgan nods Nov 19 18:08:12 I had hoped there was more and I'd just stopped paying attention Nov 19 18:11:18 *Molly shakes her head* We have just that and the image of her to go buy. Thankfully her grey eyes should make her notable Nov 19 18:12:52 * Morgan takes out his sketch, putting it on the table Nov 19 18:15:40 * Sinan and HH look at it Nov 19 18:16:07 The eyes are very unusual. Empire women usually share a distinct warmer colouring Nov 19 18:16:22 Thats because she is not of the Empire Nov 19 18:16:43 Perhaps you can bring me up to speed Nov 19 18:17:55 A friend of mine comes from a land some six weeks away by ship... she is his wife. She went missing five years ago and he's been looking for her ever since Nov 19 18:19:48 Five years is a long time. Why has he not given up? Nov 19 18:20:11 [oh wow... how could a married man ask that?!] Nov 19 18:20:40 Would you? Nov 19 18:27:00 I'd lose hope after so long Nov 19 18:31:40 * Sinan has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 19 19:06:36 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 19 19:08:49 * MollyK is now known as Sinan Nov 19 19:08:53 [18:13:26] Sinan: I'd lose hope after so long Nov 19 19:09:19 * Morgan nods slowly, sipping his coffee Nov 19 19:09:24 Clearly that has not been the case Nov 19 19:09:42 * Sinan nods Nov 19 19:09:56 All that is left is to retrieve her? Nov 19 19:10:04 * Morgan nods Nov 19 19:10:24 Diplomacy first, money second... after that... *he points at HeinzHarold* we do what we do Nov 19 19:13:30 *HH grins* kinda hoping for that Nov 19 19:16:18 Because you're an idiot... however... I know what you mean Nov 19 19:17:59 Are you happy with the ship? Nov 19 19:18:25 * Morgan nods Nov 19 19:18:38 She's a beauty... rather fulfils a childhood dream Nov 19 19:27:07 My Father was pleased with how she turned out Nov 19 19:28:15 It surprises me that he would be, given how long he's been doing this Nov 19 19:29:48 He takes pride in his work, and he liked your ideas Nov 19 19:30:52 I'm looking forward to seeing how the double hull works out... Nov 19 19:32:14 * Sinan nods "didn't you see her? She's in dry dock Nov 19 19:32:45 No, I was quite a rush Nov 19 19:33:41 She's very fine too Nov 19 19:34:27 I'm not surprised... everyone during the war wanted to sail on a Gottlieb ship Nov 19 19:36:05 * Sinan nods, smiling Nov 19 19:36:27 HH: only one I was on that wasn' got sank Nov 19 19:37:05 What is the Rose? Nov 19 19:37:29 * Morgan shrugs Nov 19 19:37:43 She is... singular. Nov 19 19:39:20 I wondered who built her Nov 19 19:40:00 Well... I know she's Eisen... but thats about it Nov 19 19:40:51 M: I don't know who built her either. I know she was built in Freiburg and named in Summer sixty eight Nov 19 19:41:03 HH: bit weird Nov 19 19:41:17 * Morgan shrugs Nov 19 19:41:37 She was a pirate ship... well, she was built to be anyway... Nov 19 19:42:56 I've never understood how she could be as fast as legend says Nov 19 19:43:58 That legend may be a little overstated... she's fast, don't get me wrong, and ridiculously agile, let alone for a lady her size... but not as fast as her reputation suggests Nov 19 19:44:33 She is a beautiful ship Nov 19 19:45:16 * Morgan nods Nov 19 19:45:18 She is Nov 19 19:48:09 *some food is brought to them, and they talk ships for quite a while* Nov 19 19:48:51 I am going to retire, your Excellencies. Thank you for a pleasant evening Nov 19 19:49:37 * Morgan nods Nov 19 19:49:41 Good night Sinan, sleep well Nov 19 19:50:05 * Sinan bows, the others saying goodnight to him Nov 19 19:50:15 * Sinan is now known as HH Nov 19 19:50:31 He seems alright Nov 19 19:51:02 Not bad considering the first time I met him I punched him in the face Nov 19 19:52:18 Whysat? Nov 19 19:52:35 He was arrogant and rude to my people Nov 19 19:53:16 Knocked some sense in t' him Nov 19 19:56:17 * Morgan shrugs Nov 19 19:56:27 I'm not having that... he's actually a good man Nov 19 19:57:42 * HH nods Nov 19 19:58:06 Reckon he's right about guides? Nov 19 19:59:06 * Morgan sighs Nov 19 19:59:18 Probably unfortunately... we could wander off into the wilderness Nov 19 20:00:22 * HH nods Nov 19 20:00:59 Best not, my lil darlin wants me back in one piece Nov 19 20:01:10 Think we know what piece too... Nov 19 20:01:15 * Morgan blinks Nov 19 20:01:28 I have no idea where that came from Nov 19 20:01:32 *Molly starts giggling* Nov 19 20:01:50 What piece is that then, Cap'n? Nov 19 20:03:24 * Morgan clears his throat, sipping his coffee Nov 19 20:03:32 Don't ask me, I was as surprised as you are that I said that Nov 19 20:05:17 M: I am sure he meant your loving heart Nov 19 20:06:24 probably Nov 19 20:07:29 * HH chuckles Nov 19 20:07:32 That too Nov 19 20:07:52 * Morgan nods, taking a mouthful of coffee Nov 19 20:08:45 * HH stretches Nov 19 20:09:02 Thought mebbie I'd stand watch a bit Nov 19 20:09:08 * Morgan nods Nov 19 20:09:19 If you want to man. I could do with touching base with Koen anyway Nov 19 20:11:18 M: Maybe I'll come up and see the stars Nov 19 20:12:52 * Morgan nods Nov 19 20:12:54 Alright then Nov 19 20:13:55 *they all go up, it's almost ten now* Nov 19 20:14:13 * Morgan heads for Koen Nov 19 20:15:09 * HH is now known as Koen Nov 19 20:17:39 All quiet Koen? Nov 19 20:18:13 * Koen nods Nov 19 20:18:23 Completely quiet, Captain Nov 19 20:19:23 I'd like your assistance in organising the watches overnight... I've not had experience of it. HeinzHarold wishes to stand watch for a while... Nov 19 20:22:14 He can stay on til midnight, Theodore can do til four. Moving out at first light? Nov 19 20:23:33 * Morgan nods Nov 19 20:23:49 Aye, I want to get there as soon as possible Nov 19 20:24:07 I can be back by four, Captain? Nov 19 20:25:06 No... no, have someone wake me, I'll take it, but if you could prepare the crew to be ready to sail as soon as there's enough light... Nov 19 20:26:05 * Koen nods "I'll tell them. Goodnight Cap'n" Nov 19 20:26:38 * Morgan inclines his head, walking over to Molly before looking up Nov 19 20:26:53 * Koen is now known as Molly Nov 19 20:27:16 Is there a more beautiful place to see the stars than from the deck of your own ship? Nov 19 20:27:38 * Morgan shrugs Nov 19 20:28:14 Not that I know of... I used to know a man who loved being in the nest, was a fantastic sailor except when he had to plot our location... looking at the stars made him queasy Nov 19 20:28:50 That's very unfortunate! Nov 19 20:29:13 * Morgan nods Nov 19 20:30:04 A better place was in the grass beneath me at Morgan's Rock? Nov 19 20:31:33 That was very pleasant, yes... Nov 19 20:31:44 I've decided to take the four o'clock watch... Nov 19 20:32:13 * Molly nods Nov 19 20:32:21 Alright, liebling Nov 19 20:33:48 We ought to retire then Nov 19 20:34:18 * Morgan nods Nov 19 20:34:22 Yes, we should Nov 19 20:36:21 * Molly goes and hugs Heinzharold "Inga wanted me to make sure you were hugged" Nov 19 20:36:32 *HH chuckles* She's a good girl Nov 19 20:37:58 * Morgan nods Nov 19 20:38:02 Aye, she is Nov 19 20:39:42 * Molly lets go, heading below Nov 19 20:39:46 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 19 20:40:02 Don' worry man, yer girl is in safe hands with me Nov 19 20:40:16 * Morgan nods, hugging him Nov 19 20:40:30 I know man. You'll be relieved at midnight. I'll see you in the morning Nov 19 20:41:12 Night man Nov 19 20:41:44 * Morgan lets him go, patting his shoulder before heading below to his cabin Nov 19 20:42:04 * HH is now known as Molly Nov 19 20:42:36 * Molly is extinguishing the lamps so there's only one Nov 19 20:42:46 It's been a long day, hasn't it? Nov 19 20:43:26 * Morgan nods Nov 19 20:43:28 busy Nov 19 20:44:03 * Molly nods, starting to undress Nov 19 20:44:17 Enjoyable? Nov 19 20:44:35 * Morgan nods Nov 19 20:44:41 Oh yes, very much so Nov 19 20:46:45 * Molly smiles Nov 19 20:46:56 Good. I do so love seeing you happy Nov 19 20:47:16 * Morgan smiles Nov 19 20:47:38 I already own a ship... a ship thats known across Eisen... but this one, she's just mine. Nov 19 20:47:45 * Molly nods Nov 19 20:48:06 That's very special. And you got to take her on her maiden voyage Nov 19 20:48:28 * Morgan nods Nov 19 20:49:30 * Molly removes the rest of her clothes "I will need to hide all of this from the gaze of the Empire men, even through clothes!" Nov 19 20:50:06 * Morgan nods Nov 19 20:50:27 Apparently so... I reckon, given a little time I could put a pretend brand on you... not sure how well it'd last Nov 19 20:51:11 I'm not sure how it could be pretend? Nov 19 20:51:32 Drawn on... Nov 19 20:52:12 With? Nov 19 20:53:00 kohl Nov 19 20:53:48 * Molly sits on the edge of the bed Nov 19 20:54:13 I rather think we need to see what the brands usually look like, where they are placed, and the size Nov 19 20:54:22 * Morgan nods Nov 19 20:54:26 It was only an idea Nov 19 20:56:39 It's good, my love... the other option is to use magic Nov 19 20:56:49 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 19 20:56:50 no Nov 19 20:57:05 Why not? We know I can remove it Nov 19 20:57:33 I am -not- branding you. I will not hurt you like that. Nov 19 20:57:41 I could numb it Nov 19 20:59:00 There's no point, we don't know what the brands look like Nov 19 20:59:43 No, it would need to be tomorrow once we have Nov 19 21:00:10 * Morgan gets ready for bed Nov 19 21:02:38 * Molly climbs in beside him. It's very much simpler than on the Rose, doing just what it needs to and nothing more. She sighs happily Nov 19 21:02:41 This is nice Nov 19 21:03:20 * Morgan nods Nov 19 21:03:22 Yes, it is Nov 19 21:04:46 * Molly kisses him gently Nov 19 21:05:19 Are we to say goodnight, my Captain? Nov 19 21:06:00 * Morgan nods Nov 19 21:06:03 Best had my love Nov 19 21:07:18 I... Didn't know if you wanted to... make use of the solitude and the new bed... Nov 19 21:08:32 * Morgan looks confused Nov 19 21:08:36 But thats what I'm doing... Nov 19 21:08:56 * Molly nods slowly Nov 19 21:09:07 Alright. Goodnight, my love. Nov 19 21:10:06 * Morgan chuckles Nov 19 21:10:11 Come here... Nov 19 21:10:53 * Molly does so, moving so her body is inline with him "Aye, Captain" Nov 19 21:11:06 * Morgan kisses her deeply Nov 19 21:12:07 * Molly matches this, running her hand down his back and onto his bottom. After a minute,she says "You should know, I've never made love to a ship's captain before..." Nov 19 21:12:21 Thats alright... neither have I Nov 19 21:12:54 * Molly giggles Nov 19 21:13:21 I would hope not! You would find -that- a very odd sensation indeed Nov 19 21:13:44 * Morgan laughs, kissing her again Nov 19 21:15:37 * Molly sinks into it, no longer talking, just kissing him, licking at his lower lip, entwining her tongue with his, and caressing his thigh, bottom and back with her hand as they go along Nov 19 21:16:37 * Morgan eventually rolls atop her, entering her gently Nov 19 21:18:01 * Molly sighs softly "Mmm, definitely at full mast, my delightful Captain..." Nov 19 21:18:57 * Morgan nods, kissing up her neck as he buries himself in her completely before withdrawing and starting to thrust Nov 19 21:20:34 * Molly tilts her hips up to him, moaning quietly against his shoulder as he does Nov 19 21:22:17 * Morgan picks up his pace, sucking on her neck in an attempt to stay quiet Nov 19 21:23:43 * Molly tilts her head her to give him more space, murmuring "I have to be covered anyway... be as rough there as you wish..." Nov 19 21:26:03 * Morgan gasps, biting her savagely and sucking hard, not slowing in his thrusting at all Nov 19 21:26:53 Oh god... that... so... good... *She starts to grind up to him, very close* Nov 19 21:27:32 * Morgan doesn't let up even as he starts to swell inside her Nov 19 21:28:45 * Molly arches, moaning intensely as her core tightens firmly around him Nov 19 21:29:22 * Morgan lets go just long enough to whisper 'fuck' before biting her hard again, shuddering as his orgasm smashes through him Nov 19 21:31:20 * Molly climaxes again, gripping firmly with one hand on his back and the other on his arm Nov 19 21:32:11 * Morgan slows, loosing his seed within her before stopping completely and releasing her skin from between his teeth Nov 19 21:33:22 * Molly gently strokes his back "mmm you're so good at this" Nov 19 21:34:52 * Morgan rolls off her, catching his breath Nov 19 21:34:58 I'm... glad you... approve Nov 19 21:36:33 Always. It was good for you? Nov 19 21:37:40 Oh yes Nov 19 21:38:03 The first people to make love on your ship Nov 19 21:38:19 * Molly curls up to him Nov 19 21:38:49 * Morgan nods Nov 19 21:40:55 * Molly traces her fingers over his chest gently, staying quiet Nov 19 21:41:05 * Morgan yawns Nov 19 21:41:13 I suspect its going to be a tough few days Nov 19 21:41:22 * Molly nods Nov 19 21:42:08 Probably, but now you have something pleasant to think of, and I will have some beautiful new marks Nov 19 21:42:50 * Morgan turns his head, looking at her neck Nov 19 21:44:05 ((your call how marked she is)) Nov 19 21:45:29 Its probably a good job you're going to be covered.... Nov 19 21:45:45 * Molly smiles Nov 19 21:45:47 Really? Nov 19 21:47:01 * Morgan nods Nov 19 21:47:12 That may be the most... obvious yet Nov 19 21:47:43 * Molly nods, looking happy Nov 19 21:47:51 It did feel very intense Nov 19 21:48:31 * Morgan nods Nov 19 21:49:17 You do enjoy that? Nov 19 21:49:49 * Morgan nods Nov 19 21:49:51 yes Nov 19 21:50:00 * Molly nods Nov 19 21:50:10 I like it, very much Nov 19 21:58:59 * Morgan nods Nov 19 21:59:02 good Nov 19 21:59:15 Really should go to sleep now... Nov 19 22:00:03 * Molly nods, gently kissing him "Goodnight, my love. What would you like me to sing?" Nov 19 22:01:07 Whatever takes your fancy blossom Nov 19 22:02:33 Mmhmm, well I already had that... Nov 19 22:02:57 * Morgan chuckles Nov 19 22:05:10 * Molly starts singing a song she's sung before, an Eisen fisherman's lullaby from Insel, able to sing it with the accent of her grandfather's homeland Nov 19 22:15:17 * Morgan settles down, closing his eyes Nov 19 22:20:11 *He falls asleep. He starts to dream again of being in the hospital in Insel, the next morning. His day yesterday had been surprising, going from the relentless frustration to her relieving him both morning and bedtime. But it hasn't done anything to reduce the fact that he likes her so much, and his dreams were again full of being able to use his Nov 19 22:20:11 hands to touch her face, her breasts, and whatever hidden treasures there were to discover between a woman's thighs, talked of by the men but never really described. His assistant has been and gone, and he's waiting for her arrival, his pillow smelling of the perfume she left on it Nov 19 22:20:50 * Morgan shifts uncomfortably, waiting Nov 19 22:21:39 * Molly arrives with a smile, looking well-rested Nov 19 22:21:47 Good morning, how are we? Nov 19 22:22:06 I'm good... went swimming this morning, then climbed a few trees... Nov 19 22:23:22 * Molly giggles, coming to sit beside him on the bed, careful to avoid his painful arms Nov 19 22:23:40 How much whiskey this morning? Nov 19 22:24:24 * Morgan sighs Nov 19 22:24:33 Not enough so far... but I'm managing... Nov 19 22:25:02 Would you like a little more? Nov 19 22:25:19 please Nov 19 22:26:22 * Molly pours some, moving closer. She gently holds the glass to his lips before tipping it at the right pace Nov 19 22:26:56 * Morgan drinks it Nov 19 22:28:57 * Molly moves the glass, gently moving her thumb across his lower lip to dry it before sucking her thumb a moment Nov 19 22:29:27 * Morgan watches her lips before smiling Nov 19 22:29:57 * Molly smiles too Nov 19 22:30:22 Did you sleep well? *she puts the empty glass down and settles to her normal spot * Nov 19 22:30:57 I've had worse nights I suppose... its difficult sleeping without being to roll over Nov 19 22:33:13 * Molly nods Nov 19 22:33:32 I think they are coming to examine your arms today Nov 19 22:34:06 Save them the trouble, they're white, have these dangly things at one end, connected to my shoulders at the other end Nov 19 22:34:53 * Molly smiles Nov 19 22:35:03 You are in fine humour today Nov 19 22:35:58 * Morgan shrugs, then winces Nov 19 22:36:04 I'm... fairly relaxed, lets say Nov 19 22:37:07 * Molly smiles Nov 19 22:37:28 You will not require an additional treatment this morning? Nov 19 22:38:26 Ummm... I -could- I suppose... but its not -needed-... yet Nov 19 22:39:22 Yet? *she looks amused* Nov 19 22:39:37 Well, you've arrived, so its bound to only be a matter of time... Nov 19 22:41:53 * Molly smiles "I am both surprised and delighted that my presence is of such value" Nov 19 22:42:08 * Morgan nods Nov 19 22:42:20 As I've said before I will be rather heartbroken to leave... Nov 19 22:42:32 * Molly nods Nov 19 22:42:41 Would you want to write? Nov 19 22:42:55 * Morgan sighs, looking sad before nodding Nov 19 22:44:08 * Molly rubs his flank reassuringly "That makes you sad?" Nov 19 22:44:56 Being away from you, yes Nov 19 22:45:42 * Molly nods Nov 19 22:45:53 You really are very keen on me... Nov 19 22:46:22 * Morgan nods Nov 19 22:46:27 Yes, I am. Nov 19 22:47:13 * Molly nods, getting off the bed and going to the door Nov 19 22:49:16 * Morgan watches her Nov 19 22:52:31 * Molly checks out in the hall before coming back, careful of his arms, and gently kisses his lips. Then she moves back enough that he could still pull her in, if he could use his damned arms Nov 19 22:52:48 * Morgan watches her with frustration Nov 19 23:00:47 Sorry, that was unprofessional Nov 19 23:02:35 I wasn't complaining... Nov 19 23:04:32 Oh! *she does it again, staying much closer this time* Nov 19 23:06:38 God I adore you Nov 19 23:07:22 * Molly 's eyes go wide, and she blushes Nov 19 23:07:43 You do?! Nov 19 23:08:03 * Morgan nods Nov 19 23:08:40 Yes... absolutely Nov 19 23:10:03 * Molly nods, kissing him again, her lips softening and lingering Nov 19 23:10:32 * Morgan moans slightly Nov 19 23:12:37 * Molly 's smile at this can be felt by his lips Nov 19 23:14:17 * Morgan matches her pressure Nov 19 23:15:37 * Molly tilts slightly, gently parting her lips. He's seen Heinzharold kiss a few of the camp girls, so he's not entirely clueless Nov 19 23:16:10 * Morgan parts his lips, running his tongue along hers before probing deeper Nov 19 23:17:57 * Molly does seem a little surprised, but quickly follows his lead, still being careful not to lean on his arms. It means they can't get as deep as they could otherwise Nov 19 23:20:15 * Morgan makes a contented noise Nov 19 23:21:38 * Molly does this a little longer before pulling away. She watches him with a shy sort of smile Nov 19 23:21:44 I wasn't expecting that Nov 19 23:22:04 Sorry.. I... saw a friend do it in camp and thought... I don't know... Nov 19 23:22:40 * Molly wets her lower lip with the tip of her tongue before sucking it a moment Nov 19 23:22:58 I wasn't complaining, I've just never been kissed like that before Nov 19 23:23:08 * Morgan smiles shyly Nov 19 23:23:10 Nor I Nov 19 23:23:49 * Molly nods Nov 19 23:24:05 I would like to do that whilst helping you... Nov 19 23:24:37 * Morgan looks confused before looking surprised Nov 19 23:24:47 Oh! Ummm.. okay... Nov 19 23:25:12 I didn't mean right now, just... at some point Nov 19 23:25:17 * Morgan nods Nov 19 23:25:22 I... would like that Nov 19 23:26:05 * Molly nods "I am fond of you. Very fond." Nov 19 23:26:16 * Morgan nods Nov 19 23:26:22 That feeling is, as I've said, mutual Nov 19 23:27:29 * Molly nods Nov 19 23:27:52 Shall I prop you up more? Nov 19 23:28:19 * Morgan nods Nov 19 23:28:20 Please Nov 19 23:28:55 *she does so, close by his side, cleavage at eye height* What do you most look forward to doing once you're able to? Nov 19 23:29:32 ummm... holding your hand.... Caressing your... face.... Nov 19 23:29:53 Not feeding yourself, or holding books? Nov 19 23:30:17 Not the forefront of my mind... Nov 19 23:30:26 * Molly finishes the job, gently stroking his hair Nov 19 23:30:30 What is? Nov 19 23:31:26 Feeding myself, holding books when compared to holding you... Nov 19 23:31:58 * Molly smiles, sitting back down "do you think of that often?" Nov 19 23:32:11 Only all the time Nov 19 23:32:36 I think of that too... Nov 19 23:32:45 Oh? Nov 19 23:33:50 I think of being able to lie side by side, kissing, touching each other's faces... *she smiles, watching him* Nov 19 23:34:22 * Morgan nods, smiling Nov 19 23:35:20 * Molly speaks quieter "and I think of helping you, of your mouth upon my breasts last night..." Nov 19 23:35:41 * Morgan blushes, nodding Nov 19 23:37:25 *the door opens, both doctors talking to each other as they come in* Nov 19 23:38:39 * Molly watches him fondly a moment Nov 19 23:39:04 * Morgan smiles, watching her a moment before looking at the doctors Nov 19 23:39:12 *The younger doctor speaks* Good morning, Molly, Lieutenant Nov 19 23:40:17 *She says good morning* Nov 19 23:40:34 * Morgan inclines his head Nov 19 23:40:35 Doctor Nov 19 23:41:51 *he looks to Molly* Go and get your breakfast and prepare some time bring back, we will be half an hour Nov 19 23:42:38 Can't I stay? Nov 19 23:44:10 Older: No, get breakfast, my girl, you can come back in a while Nov 19 23:44:53 * Molly nods, kissing the cheeks of both doctors before going Nov 19 23:45:11 * Molly is now known as Leopold Nov 19 23:45:21 * Leopold looks to Morgan Nov 19 23:45:59 We need to examine your arms. It will be painful, and I'm sure you won't want a young woman seeing that Nov 19 23:46:12 * Morgan nods, sighing Nov 19 23:46:14 Yes sir Nov 19 23:49:24 *They go through the process, starting with his left arm. It is very painful indeed, though providing the rest of the arm is quite still he can move his fingers painlessly. They give him extra whiskey, but the intense pain cuts through. It's concerning, given that weeks have passed and his arm has been strapped Nov 19 23:50:08 * Morgan endures as best he can Nov 19 23:53:35 *The right arm is in many ways worse, not because of the pain, which there is plenty of, but the sheer weakness. He can barely lift it at all, and in some positions his hand turns too numb to grip* Nov 19 23:54:05 * Morgan watches the doctors face, concerned Nov 19 23:54:29 *both doctors look quite serious and grim* Nov 19 23:54:37 Its bad... Nov 19 23:55:51 * Leopold nods "I'm going to leave this one unstrapped but propped up *the younger doctor brings a cushion* we will recheck this numbness and weakness in an hour... Nov 19 23:57:51 * Morgan frowns Nov 19 23:58:08 I... doctor, I'm a sailor... Nov 19 23:58:21 * Leopold props his arm up. It's oddly cool not having it heating his chest "The good news is that there's no infection, and good circulation. There is no need for amputation" Nov 19 23:58:47 But the weakness... Nov 19 23:59:38 * Leopold looks serious "It is possible, but extremely unlikely, that that is just due to the positioning your arm has been in"