**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Mon Nov 28 00:00:54 2022 Nov 28 00:00:54 **He's still with the wives. By the time all thirty wives have been kissed and dismissed, servants have brought bread, wine, cheese, olives, grapes, and many dishes of thick sauces, all put on the floor. Fingers are washed in fragranced water from bowls before eating. The partly bared girls all sit close together around the circle, HH and Sinan Nov 28 00:00:54 spread out amongst them. HH looks in his element with the women despite not knowing their language. Sinan seems more reserved. Molly is on a cushion beside the Sheik and Morgan on a separate cushion beside her but at an angle so he can talk Nov 28 00:01:02 * HH is now known as Sheik Nov 28 00:02:06 * Sheik picks up a hunk of bread, offering it to Morgan "We split the bread together, warlord to warlord, marking the sharing of our bounties" Nov 28 00:02:38 * Morgan grips it Nov 28 00:02:46 The sharing of our bounties? Nov 28 00:03:41 I have not given up that I might persuade you to sell me this treasure *he pulls on the bread* Nov 28 00:05:20 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 28 00:05:32 I'm afraid I am fully committed to keeping her. She is my world Nov 28 00:06:28 And your other wives approve of this idolising? Nov 28 00:06:54 She is my only wife. Our culture does not include having more than one at a time Nov 28 00:07:37 *the bread rips in two. The Sheik takes some of the softest part of the bread, holding it to Molly like she'll eat from his fingers Nov 28 00:07:57 Only one wife?! Do you have too many men? Nov 28 00:08:10 It is just the way of things Nov 28 00:08:33 [am I supposed to eat like this?] Nov 28 00:09:03 Even your warriors? They do not have wives taken from the dead men of other tribes? Nov 28 00:09:19 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 28 00:09:44 Forgivemy ignorance but... is Molly permitted to remove her veil to eat? Nov 28 00:10:18 * Sheik laughs "yes, she cannot eat through it!" Nov 28 00:10:50 * Morgan nods, looking to Molly Nov 28 00:10:53 You can take it off Nov 28 00:11:42 *She does so, and he brings the bread to her lips. She does a good job at not letting her face show how bizarre this is* Nov 28 00:12:15 One wife... when she bleeds or births, who do you hump? Nov 28 00:12:40 * Morgan pulls a bit of bread from the chunk Nov 28 00:12:51 No-one. Nov 28 00:13:06 * Sheik looks very puzzled Nov 28 00:13:48 Are your men not men like ours? Do you not hump with enthusiasm several times a day? Nov 28 00:14:38 I think most of us would like to, but there is much work to do Nov 28 00:14:42 * Sheik eats some bread himself before feeding Molly again Nov 28 00:15:04 What sort of life is that for a man? Nov 28 00:15:58 It is what it is. A cultural difference, I think Nov 28 00:16:15 * Sheik smiles at her, patting her cheek gently before showing her a bowl of olives Nov 28 00:17:22 *Molly nods a little, and he puts two in his mouth before one in hers. HH gestures to Morgan $these people are weird$ Nov 28 00:18:02 $Some$ Nov 28 00:18:18 I understand our enquiries have been... noticed... Nov 28 00:18:59 * Sheik nods, drinking some wine and then handing the goblet to Molly Nov 28 00:19:16 That and the people saw her hair Nov 28 00:19:35 *he hears HH chuckle* Nov 28 00:19:44 * Morgan glances at him Nov 28 00:20:15 *there are concubines on either side of him putting fruit in his mouth* Nov 28 00:20:38 * Morgan eats some bread before speaking again Nov 28 00:21:02 We are looking for someone... perhaps you would help us... Nov 28 00:22:27 * Sheik nods, smiling as she sips the wine, then fetches her some cheese Nov 28 00:22:33 I might Nov 28 00:22:56 I have a sketch of the person we are looking for... Nov 28 00:23:44 * Sheik nods, popping cheese in Molly's mouth. She seems to have given up pondering on the oddness and is now just going with this Nov 28 00:23:55 Show me Nov 28 00:24:04 * Morgan hands over the sketch Nov 28 00:24:38 * Sheik looks at it Nov 28 00:24:51 What do you want with her? Nov 28 00:25:51 I want to take her home to her people Nov 28 00:26:47 * Sheik hands it back before taking a handful of grapes "Help yourself, there's plenty" Nov 28 00:26:59 * Morgan nods, thanking him Nov 28 00:30:00 What if her people are here now? Nov 28 00:30:28 That is something I have considered... but she has family that love and miss her Nov 28 00:30:57 * Sheik smiles at Molly, feeding her another grape. He doesn't look to Morgan despite speaking to him Nov 28 00:31:14 And if she has family that love her and would miss her here? Nov 28 00:33:30 That is a difficulty. Her... born family, lets call them, have been searching for her for years, enduring the pain of not knowing what happened to her or where she was. Nov 28 00:34:48 That is sad for them. But in our culture if she was fairly bought she belongs to whoever she is branded to, unless he will sell her Nov 28 00:35:24 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 28 00:35:33 Then our only recourse would be to offer to buy her Nov 28 00:35:59 *he eats some more before dipping her some bread in a light brown paste and feeding it to her. Her eyes light up at it, and he smiles at her as she eats it* Nov 28 00:36:07 [you have to try this!] Nov 28 00:36:45 Men here do not sell their women cheaply Nov 28 00:37:06 * Morgan dips some bread in the paste, speaking as he does so Nov 28 00:37:50 Well... I should like to know what her owner would be willing to accept Nov 28 00:38:01 * Morgan puts the food in his mouth Nov 28 00:39:08 *it is indeed really good, the flavours mixed. It's spicy but not too hot. Very different to food he's tried elsewhere* Nov 28 00:39:46 If her owner would only accept a trade, like for like? Nov 28 00:40:10 * Morgan smiles Nov 28 00:40:18 That would not be acceptable to me I'm afraid Nov 28 00:40:53 * Sheik eats some of it before watching Molly eagerly awaiting more, smiling Nov 28 00:41:01 Even for just a year? Nov 28 00:41:28 Even for that. We have things to do before we take our place in Eisen to rule some of it Nov 28 00:42:25 * Sheik looks a little displeased, but is distracted briefly by Molly's obvious liking for the food he gives her Nov 28 00:42:43 People do not normally drive a hard bargain with me. Nov 28 00:44:25 I intend no disrespect, and I would not dishonour myself or your hospitality by suggesting I would be agreeable to something I am not Nov 28 00:45:04 What can you offer me when the one thing I want is not something you will part with? Nov 28 00:46:04 [you're talking a lot, my love, does he know where she is?] Nov 28 00:46:07 The real question is what would you accept. You already have my respect, which does not come easily. Nov 28 00:46:29 [Oh yes. He's trying to convince me to let him have you for a year, and he's not best pleased I am refusing] Nov 28 00:46:52 [a year... that's a long time...] Nov 28 00:47:19 [If you are considering it, you and I will be needing some very serious discussions shortly] Nov 28 00:47:30 I have set out what I want. It is up to you to offer me something. Nov 28 00:48:49 I am able to offer coin... Nov 28 00:48:53 [I wasn't... ] Nov 28 00:49:11 I have coin. *he looks at Molly* lots of coin Nov 28 00:49:35 [it sounds like you are] Nov 28 00:50:28 [I do not want that. But Siegfried has lost her for so long... he has pinned for her...] Nov 28 00:51:00 [So you would have me pine for you, let another man have his way with -my wife-. I see. ] Nov 28 00:51:26 * Morgan tilts his head, stretching out the muscles in his neck Nov 28 00:52:04 [To get... no, it doesn't matter. I am not staying here.] Nov 28 00:53:08 *HH coughs briefly for Morgan's attention* $what's going on, man? Why do you and Molly look troubled$ Nov 28 00:53:35 $She;s suggesting I let him have her for a year$ Nov 28 00:53:55 $what the fuck?$ Nov 28 00:54:00 Well, it seems we are at an impasse Nov 28 00:55:11 What was your intention coming here? To walk away with an extra woman? Nov 28 00:56:41 I had hoped to convince her owner to let her go so that she may return home. I was willing to pay, I have some money. The only other things I can offer is trade with Eisen, Avalon and the woman homeland Nov 28 00:58:04 Three months. You can have any child she bears that carries my skin brought here to me. Nov 28 00:58:51 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 28 00:59:46 * Sheik looks to one of the harem "bring me Zareen" Nov 28 01:00:50 * Morgan watches him Nov 28 01:01:37 *the girl goes. Meanwhile the Sheik lavishes attention and food on Molly* Nov 28 01:02:07 HH: $fuck I hate not being able to understand what's being said$ Nov 28 01:02:28 $He wants Molly as a trade. Thats the long and short of it$ Nov 28 01:03:06 $expect violence then?$ Nov 28 01:03:30 $Well, she seems to think its a good idea, so there'll be violence one way or another$ Nov 28 01:03:55 $must have the wrong end of the stick, man$ Nov 28 01:04:45 $No. I don't$ Nov 28 01:05:44 $She wouldn't sacrifice herself for someone's wife, surely$ Nov 28 01:05:53 $What did I just fucking say?$ Nov 28 01:06:21 $do me a favour?$ Nov 28 01:06:29 $What?$ Nov 28 01:06:57 $tell her Betuana isn't Dietlinde and it's not worth it$ Nov 28 01:07:35 [HeinzHarold says Betuana isn't Dietlinde and its not worth it] Nov 28 01:08:56 *she can't hide how wounded she is by that. The Sheik looks concerned* Your wife does not like my goat's cheese Nov 28 01:09:37 Its not something we eat usually... our cheese is from cows Nov 28 01:09:43 $oh well done$ Nov 28 01:10:09 Goats thrive where cows do not Nov 28 01:11:07 * Morgan nods Nov 28 01:11:22 *A woman comes in, in dress she looks to be one of his wives. He makes space for her to sit beside him* Nov 28 01:11:30 I've always been impressed with how capable they are, field, cliffs, wherever Nov 28 01:11:52 * Sheik nods Nov 28 01:12:32 This is Zareen. As you can see, she is what you are looking for. Her name means "lovely eyes". Nov 28 01:12:57 *she does indeed have the grey eyes he is looking for* Nov 28 01:13:08 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 28 01:14:33 Now, what about two nights. I am virile as a stallion, it would not be difficult for me to have a foal upon her in that time. You and your men can stay here, with the pick of my harem to entertain you Nov 28 01:15:07 * Morgan sighs Nov 28 01:15:41 I'm sorry, no Nov 28 01:16:06 $eighty women, why does he want Molly$ Nov 28 01:17:24 Z: *she speaks Thean with an accented lilt that is nothing like anywhere he knows, having only heard it once in a dream where Molly had lived a decade in Capperlucia* Am I to be sold again? Nov 28 01:18:18 $Two nights so he can knock her up$ Nov 28 01:18:29 * Sheik kisses her forehead "we are negotiating for that." Nov 28 01:18:46 $eighty women to knock up. Why Molly?$ Nov 28 01:18:57 $The hair?$ Nov 28 01:19:13 Why Molly? What is it you want so badly Nov 28 01:20:29 I would be her husband, and I would have her hair. My child would have her hair. For the prophecy. One night, and you can take Zareen's son with you. Nov 28 01:21:59 Its her hair... what if... I cut a length to leave with you... Nov 28 01:22:20 * Sheik seems to consider this Nov 28 01:22:35 You will not permit me to hump your wife? Nov 28 01:22:50 No. That is not acceptable to me Nov 28 01:22:53 * Morgan tilts his head so the Sheik can see the braid with the red hair Nov 28 01:24:20 * Sheik looks thoughtful, then he puts his finger gently on her jawline, watching Morgan "up to here." Nov 28 01:24:54 [He wants some of your hair Nov 28 01:25:10 Enough for a braid... Nov 28 01:25:15 [As well as my womb?] Nov 28 01:25:25 No, all up to here Nov 28 01:26:23 [No... but he wants your hair, all of it, up to your jawline] Nov 28 01:27:10 *Molly looks surprised* [that's... that's all my hair!] Nov 28 01:27:15 A thousand years of peace and health... Nov 28 01:27:26 $whats going on, man?$ Nov 28 01:27:37 $He wants her hair. Up to her jawline$ Nov 28 01:27:50 And with so much hair generations of my line will have that Nov 28 01:28:05 $just the hair?$ Nov 28 01:28:18 $yes$ Nov 28 01:28:51 So... you wish to trade a woman for a -thousand- years of health and strength... Nov 28 01:29:02 $do it, man. Food for the way back to port too, and we'll get the hell out without bloodshed$ Nov 28 01:29:52 I want that hair. Ideally I want your woman, but it seems you will not budge on that. You want Nazeen, and I assume her child too? Nov 28 01:30:43 To the middle of her shoulders, that'll be plenty. And I'll take Zareen, her son and food for my trip back to the coast. Nov 28 01:32:37 * Sheik shakes his head "I am already making a large compromise in not having her. You are in my lands. Only my honour prevents me from taking her from you. To the jaw." Nov 28 01:34:03 To the top of her shoulders, then. Its the difference of an inch that she will appreciate. I'm sure you would like her to be sure what a compassionate man you are Nov 28 01:35:43 * Sheik looks at Molly a moment, then at Morgan "yes. We have a deal* Nov 28 01:35:56 * Morgan nods Nov 28 01:36:00 Very well Nov 28 01:38:34 * Sheik looks to Zareen "Fetch your things, collect Amir from the nursery and take some things for him" He kisses her forehead. Nov 28 01:38:47 * Morgan looks at Molly Nov 28 01:39:00 *Zareen goes* Nov 28 01:39:01 An agreement has been reached. He's going to take your hair to your shoulders Nov 28 01:39:25 *Molly nods, expression neutral* Yes, liebes herz Nov 28 01:41:00 * Morgan looks at the Sheik Nov 28 01:41:15 * Sheik sends another girl for leather thongs and a knife. The rest of them are still eating. Nov 28 01:41:41 You called Amir her son... not 'my' son... he is not your offspring? Nov 28 01:42:13 He is, but I have one hundred and seveteen sons Nov 28 01:42:29 * Morgan nods Nov 28 01:42:31 I see Nov 28 01:43:25 Do you want to cut it yourself? Nov 28 01:43:46 [Do you want me to cut it or someone else?] Nov 28 01:44:15 [I have no preference. It will be gone either way] Nov 28 01:44:24 I'll do it Nov 28 01:44:42 [at least it will be gone for a good reason] Nov 28 01:45:33 * Sheik stands, offering Molly a hand up. HH joins them Nov 28 01:45:44 * Morgan gets up Nov 28 01:45:47 HH: what's the plan, man? Nov 28 01:46:09 Cut her hair, collect some food and Zareem, and leave Nov 28 01:47:42 * Sheik hands Morgan the thongs and the knife. Molly stands very still Nov 28 01:48:20 * Morgan gathers up her hair, tying it before cutting it carefully, handing the hair to the Sheik Nov 28 01:49:41 * Sheik holds it so carefully, looking awed. The harem gather around, looking at it. No one seems at all interested in Morgan or his friends now Nov 28 01:50:34 [What do you need of me] Nov 28 01:51:56 [there is nothing that can be done] *she goes to Sinan* Can you ask someone for a proper hair covering, like the wives have, please? Nov 28 01:53:30 * Sheik is now known as HH Nov 28 01:53:34 [You're angry with me] Nov 28 01:53:59 [I just want to go now, as soon as we can] Nov 28 01:54:55 Reckon they have a cart or something? Gotta be something they use in this damned sand? Nov 28 01:55:18 What for? We've got camels Nov 28 01:56:20 Just in case anyone gets a bit emotional and needs a lie down. Nov 28 01:57:32 Sinan, take Molly and HeinzHarold and see if you rent a cart. I'll join you as soon as Zareem, her son and the food is readt Nov 28 01:58:03 Wait, we're taking a kid too? Nov 28 01:58:47 * Morgan nods Nov 28 02:00:21 * HH nods, walking beside Molly once she has the headdress and the veil on. The three of them go on Nov 28 02:00:46 * Morgan just waits Nov 28 02:02:23 *it's about twenty minutes later that Zareen appears with a baby in a wrapping cloth, about eight or nine months old, and two bags.* Nov 28 02:02:35 * HH is now known as Zareen Nov 28 02:03:02 Are you ready? Nov 28 02:03:56 * Zareen nods. The Sheik comes over "I hope you will treat her well" Nov 28 02:04:11 Of course Nov 28 02:04:54 *He kisses her forehead and the baby's crown, before handing her a small bag of coins* Goodbye, Zareen Nov 28 02:05:42 * Zareen looks a little sad "Goodbye, your highness" Nov 28 02:06:21 * Morgan takes the bags, looking at the Sheik before bowing his head Nov 28 02:06:43 *The Sheik does likewise* Nov 28 02:07:11 * Morgan leads Zareen out, collecting the food as he goes Nov 28 02:07:41 * Zareen looks around, protectively holding the sleeping baby Nov 28 02:08:05 Should I call you husband now? Nov 28 02:08:31 No... no I am not your husband... you can call me Morgan. Nov 28 02:08:48 Which man did you buy me for? Nov 28 02:09:26 Thats going to take some explaining... what do you remember of, say... six years ago Nov 28 02:09:39 Nothing Nov 28 02:10:25 *HH, Molly, and Sinanthropus have a two wheel cart attached to a camel* Nov 28 02:11:01 Something I want you to understand about me... I will not lie to you. What I say will be the truth... perhaps not all of it, but it will still be true. You understand? Nov 28 02:11:14 Yes Nov 28 02:11:21 * Morgan nods Nov 28 02:11:54 Before you lost your memory, you were married... not owned, married. Your husband has been searching for you since then. Nov 28 02:12:15 Oh... Nov 28 02:12:24 HH: That's a baby! Nov 28 02:13:21 *Sinan looks surprised too. Molly is looking up at the building instead* Nov 28 02:13:30 Can't get anything past you... Nov 28 02:13:37 * Morgan looks at Zareen Nov 28 02:14:07 I give you my word, neither I, nor my friends mean you any harm at all. We want to get you back to your husband and your home, safe and sound Nov 28 02:14:24 * Zareen nods Nov 28 02:14:29 Alright Nov 28 02:14:59 Get yourself settled, I need to talk with my wife Nov 28 02:15:42 * Zareen climbs into the cart. HH and Sinan mount up, Molly going to do the same Nov 28 02:15:55 Molly... Nov 28 02:16:02 * Zareen is now known as Molly Nov 28 02:16:04 Yes? Nov 28 02:16:10 Talk to me please. Nov 28 02:16:29 There is nothing to say. I just want to get underway Nov 28 02:16:58 Fine. Push me away. Nov 28 02:18:13 I am not pushing you away. I do not see the point in talking about it right now, I would rather be gone before he has a change of heart and decides my hair is not enough. Nov 28 02:18:34 He does that, he'll die, painfully. Ride in the cart. Nov 28 02:18:50 I do not want to ride in the cart Nov 28 02:19:11 Do as you please then Nov 28 02:19:21 * Morgan moves away, pulling himself up onto a camel Nov 28 02:20:23 * Molly gets up too, and they set off. People are still watching them right until they get to the town walls, and then they're out into the desert again Nov 28 02:20:29 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 28 02:20:39 Reckon that went pretty well Nov 28 02:20:49 Oh yeah, wonderfully Nov 28 02:22:01 Noone died, got the girl and a bonus baby, not gonna go hungry tonight Nov 28 02:22:41 Yeah, at what cost to us. I don't know if you've noticed, but she and I are not talking. Nov 28 02:23:04 You'll sort it out, man Nov 28 02:23:32 Depends if I'm still angry when she finally deins to talk to me Nov 28 02:24:04 Knowing you, prob'ly. Nov 28 02:24:28 * Morgan scowls Nov 28 02:25:10 Reckon y' know the way back? Nov 28 02:25:46 More or less. Sinans probably got a better idea Nov 28 02:26:22 Sinan's got the cart, how you want us riding? Nov 28 02:27:15 You out front, I'll bring up the rear Nov 28 02:27:35 Keepin' Molly with you, or leaving her be? Nov 28 02:27:45 She can do what she likes Nov 28 02:28:26 * HH looks at him a moment before overtaking Sinan and riding in front Nov 28 02:28:38 * Morgan slows down Nov 28 02:28:44 [I'm bringing up the rear] Nov 28 02:29:10 [alright, liebling] Nov 28 02:29:29 * Morgan turns to look at the buildings behind him, looking for the palace Nov 28 02:30:05 *he can only just see the highest point of its roof over the wall* Nov 28 02:31:01 * Morgan grunts, turning to face the direction of travel, looking round for danger Nov 28 02:32:57 *There's nothing to see but sand, rocks, HH, Sinan, Mother and Baby, and Molly in front of him. Her remaining hair is fully covered now. It's shoulder length, but not black as she'd dyed it after Morgan had cut it in the dream where she was Jaeger's widow Nov 28 02:33:40 * Morgan closes his eyes, emptying his mind before shutting everything out, opening his eyes again Nov 28 02:35:55 *the day goes on as they ride. Periodically there is the crying or giggling of the baby. Aside from that, it's a quiet as they try to put the miles between them and Al Uwyiah before it becomes time to set up the tent* Nov 28 02:36:39 * Morgan just rides, frequently checking around Nov 28 02:38:55 *there's nothing going on. Eventually he realises they'll need to stop to put up the tent. There's a place sheltered from the breeze by a series of big rocks. Nov 28 02:39:08 * Morgan whistles, pointing to the rocks Nov 28 02:40:40 * HH moves that way. Once they're all dismounted, Sinan and HH get on with the tent erecting. Molly is holding the baby whilst Zareen brings the bags from the cart Nov 28 02:41:43 * Morgan stands, looking out over the land Nov 28 02:42:16 * HH is now known as Molly Nov 28 02:42:35 * Molly still has the baby when she comes to stand beside him Nov 28 02:43:01 I think we should wait til we are back on the Star before trying to fix her memory Nov 28 02:43:29 * Morgan glances at her Nov 28 02:43:30 Right Nov 28 02:46:00 She is settled and willing to come with us now, why rock the boat? Nov 28 02:46:23 * Morgan nods slightly Nov 28 02:46:38 Alright Nov 28 02:48:19 * Molly nods, rocking the baby Nov 28 02:48:36 Things will be easier once we're back in our own space Nov 28 02:49:47 * Morgan shrugs Nov 28 02:49:51 If you say so Nov 28 02:51:14 * Molly nods "do you want to hold Amir?" Nov 28 02:52:06 Why? Nov 28 02:53:26 Because you like babies Nov 28 02:53:46 * Morgan shrugs Nov 28 02:53:55 I don't like much of anything right now Nov 28 02:54:26 Do you wish to be alone? Nov 28 02:54:54 Does it matter? Nov 28 02:55:06 Of course Nov 28 02:56:17 * Morgan snorts Nov 28 02:56:53 It is not like you to be this way, my love. Nov 28 02:58:01 * Morgan opens his mouth but shuts it, looking off into the distance Nov 28 02:58:55 When you are ready to talk properly, I will be with the others Nov 28 02:59:19 Could be a while. I think we are going to fight, so its best I just keep my own counsel right now Nov 28 02:59:32 * Molly nods Nov 28 02:59:59 We could fight if you wish, though I would prefer we don't. Do you want Heinzharold's company? Nov 28 03:00:24 * Morgan looks to be trembling slightly Nov 28 03:00:28 No. Nov 28 03:00:45 Are you cold? I could fetch a blanket? Nov 28 03:04:44 I'm not cold. I'm angry Nov 28 03:05:15 Then we had best have this argument and get it over with. I will return the baby Nov 28 03:05:37 * Morgan shrugs Nov 28 03:06:59 * Molly walks back to the others, handing the baby over. Sinan is gathering wood. Molly talks to HH briefly before coming back, shoulders squared Nov 28 03:07:20 Shall we go behind the rocks, to keep the sound from them a bit? Nov 28 03:07:29 * Morgan shrugs Nov 28 03:07:32 Do what you like Nov 28 03:08:01 * Molly walks around them, then stands still, back towards them Nov 28 03:08:11 Alright, go on. Nov 28 03:08:28 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 28 03:08:30 no Nov 28 03:08:36 Why? Nov 28 03:09:23 There's nothing to talk about Nov 28 03:09:42 Then what the hell are you so angry about?! Nov 28 03:10:42 You shut me out over your hair but were quite happy to consider abandoning me for a year, to get fucked multiple times a day and bear his child! How fucking -could- you? Nov 28 03:11:14 I was not quite happy at all! I didn't want that! Nov 28 03:11:34 You were giving it serious thought, and you fucking know it. Nov 28 03:12:48 No. I wondered if that was what I -ought- to do. Nov 28 03:13:19 * Morgan spits on the ground Nov 28 03:14:30 Angry as I was, and am, I tried to comfort you for you to push me away but -now- you want to talk to me. Nov 28 03:15:26 I am much too sad about my hair to even bear to think about it in detail, let alone talk about it. Of all people, I would have thought you understood that. Nov 28 03:16:59 Which is why I wanted you to ride in the cart... to see what a wonderful thing giving up your hair has accomplished... but you weren't interested in listening to me. Nov 28 03:17:23 When I am distressed, I need to ride Nov 28 03:18:04 I'm going back to burn that fucking palace to the ground. Then you lot can make your own fucking decisions since my thoughts are so fucking useless to all of you Nov 28 03:19:24 * Molly sighs Nov 28 03:19:57 I know you wanted to help me, I just needed something different in that moment Nov 28 03:20:54 Yes, and what you needed was not me. Duly noted. Nov 28 03:22:04 You are being unfair. There are times when you need to be alone, and I always try to accommodate that. Nov 28 03:23:02 Yes, well, that won't be an issue in future. I'll not be forcing my views or instructions on any of you any longer Nov 28 03:23:56 At the root of this, you are not angry, you are hurting. Nov 28 03:24:37 If you say so Nov 28 03:25:13 * Molly sighs "would it help you to chastise me somehow?" Nov 28 03:26:09 * Morgan shrugs Nov 28 03:28:11 * Molly nods, looking at the floor "I do not like it, but if that would help resolve this..." Nov 28 03:28:38 I've made my position clear Nov 28 03:29:12 Then there's nothing left I can say? Nov 28 03:30:24 * Morgan suddenly slumps to his knees Nov 28 03:30:50 If no-one will listen to me, I will stop trying to make them listen. Nov 28 03:31:36 We do listen, but that doesn't mean we will always do it that way, that's all Nov 28 03:32:57 No... in most situations I am ignored. I'm tired of that. I'm not going to do that anymore. Nov 28 03:33:32 I think that will be a great loss, but you must do what you must do Nov 28 03:33:51 It'll make precisely fuck all difference to any of you Nov 28 03:34:11 That is not true Nov 28 03:35:46 * Morgan huffs, staring at the sand Nov 28 03:36:32 It seems I am making your anger worse rather than better Nov 28 03:36:41 * Morgan shrugs Nov 28 03:36:46 I am... resigned. Nov 28 03:36:58 * Molly nods Nov 28 03:37:11 Perhaps things will seem brighter tomorrow Nov 28 03:37:26 By the light of a burning palace Nov 28 03:37:49 I am surprised you would consider it Nov 28 03:38:38 I was surprised you considered staying with him. *he grinds his teeth* No, he has to die. Nov 28 03:39:48 I wanted to get Betuana back to Siegfried. I did not want to stay there, not for any purpose. Nov 28 03:40:54 But you would have. You'd have borne him a child, been... what did he say... humped several times daily... you'd have abandoned me and expected me to welcome you back. Nov 28 03:41:13 I wasn't the one who lost her, why the fuck did you think it acceptable to punish me so for it Nov 28 03:42:32 That was not my plan or expectation! I felt an obligation! Who wouldn't feel an obligation when it came to reuniting a husband and wife separated like this? Who wouldn't want to take that loss away?! Nov 28 03:43:57 * Morgan shrugs Nov 28 03:45:37 I was not doing anything or agreeing to anything without you express approval Nov 28 03:47:22 If you say so... didn't look that way when you were eagerly waiting for him to feed you... Nov 28 03:48:23 I don't know what that food was, but it was amazing. I was following the custom so that you had the best chance of a good negotiation! Nov 28 03:49:00 * Morgan shrugs, staring at the sand just in front of him until it starts to melt into glass Nov 28 03:52:39 I have done everything I could to rescue her. I have ridden a camel, kept my face covered, had to display my hair for him to touch, and play along with that strangeness. Now I've lost one of the only features about myself that I loved, the only thing on my body that made me truly beautiful, and still it's just not enough. Still I cannot help and Nov 28 03:52:39 please everyone, no matter how much I try Nov 28 03:53:44 So I should've let him have you, so you could continue to believe thats the only thing that makes you beautiful? Nov 28 03:55:00 Don't be ridiculous! All I want is for you to appreciate that I was just thinking of getting them back to each other, because that is so important. Nov 28 03:55:48 It was too much and for you to even consider it... Nov 28 03:56:21 * Molly opens her mouth, then closes it "I am going to go now" Nov 28 03:56:32 If thats what you want to do Nov 28 03:57:50 I don't want to do any of this!! I -hate- this! I hate how once again I have failed you, just as I have before. As I likely would again! Nov 28 03:58:29 Go and look at that baby... at Betuana... Nov 28 03:59:03 I have seen them. They are safe. It is good. But the cost is apparently our marriage! Nov 28 03:59:36 * Morgan sighs Nov 28 04:01:33 Try, for a moment, to see how it looks to me... that you were willing to spend a year away from me, fucking him, cleaving to him... but you got that upset over achieving the goal at the cost of your hair... how do you think that seems to me? Nov 28 04:02:05 Yes, I do see that. That is hurtful. Nov 28 04:03:10 * Morgan nods, picking up the glass Nov 28 04:03:21 That doesn't really cover it I'm afraid Nov 28 04:03:38 But the difference is, I pondered if I -should- do that. I did not want to, decide to, or actually do that. My hair, however, it gone. Nov 28 04:04:32 * Morgan sighs Nov 28 04:05:10 Right. I'll not mention it again. Nov 28 04:06:08 What would you have wanted someone to do to bring them back to you, Morgan? What would you have asked of someone? Nov 28 04:06:25 * Morgan glares at her Nov 28 04:06:29 Get the fuck away from me Nov 28 04:06:51 * Molly sighs, walking back around to the others Nov 28 04:07:44 * Morgan gets up, walking away from the camp Nov 28 04:08:26 *about five minutes later, HH jogs over to him* Nov 28 04:08:42 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 28 04:09:29 You okay, man? Nov 28 04:09:34 No Nov 28 04:09:43 Hug? Nov 28 04:10:22 No. Nov 28 04:11:15 Look, I'm not here as a peacemaker, I'm here for you. She told me what she said and I already told her I am fuckin' disgusted with her right now Nov 28 04:12:52 Yeah, well... she was considering staying with him, bearing his child, so Betuana could be taken back... she tell you that? Nov 28 04:14:13 No, didn't stay long enough after telling her if she was my wife I'd take my belt to her for that. Left her with the woman. Nov 28 04:15:29 Tried to explain why I was so angry... but but but but... well, if what Im' trying to say means so little I won't bother anymore Nov 28 04:15:52 * HH nods Nov 28 04:16:08 Can unnerstand that, man. Nov 28 04:16:41 And now I'm giving thought to going back and burning the man to a crisp Nov 28 04:16:57 Is it him yer really angry at? Nov 28 04:17:35 Only his honour stops him from just taking her... fucker needs to learn he's nothing like the most dangerous thing in that city Nov 28 04:17:58 * HH nods Nov 28 04:18:32 Alright. You go, I'll keep watch over this lot Nov 28 04:19:05 Problem is... thats not my style. I'm not -that- man, much as I want to be right now Nov 28 04:19:29 * HH nods Nov 28 04:19:58 Wanna go on in the dark and we'll meet you back at the Star, give you some peace? Nov 28 04:21:10 And if king wotsisface decides to send people to bring them both back... Nov 28 04:21:42 Then Molly will have to pull herself together and deal with them Nov 28 04:22:06 I might do. I'll think about it Nov 28 04:22:17 * HH nods Nov 28 04:22:46 Think about staying in Eisen too, man. Keep Varick home with you Nov 28 04:23:23 Let you lot bugger off for fourteen weeks? Nov 28 04:23:46 Or me an' Inga would stay too, help with Varick Nov 28 04:24:33 And leave her alone? Nov 28 04:25:30 Yeah, she'd have Sorgi, Claudia, Siegfried and Betuana. Mebbie the two of you need a proper break to figure out where you go from here Nov 28 04:26:00 Maybe Nov 28 04:26:15 * HH nods Nov 28 04:27:24 Sad though, it being this bad after only six months. Most couples don't hate each other f' years Nov 28 04:27:48 I don't hate her man, don't be stupid Nov 28 04:28:19 * HH shrugs a little "well, that's a positive then" Nov 28 04:28:53 Aye maybe Nov 28 04:29:33 I better get back, make sure she doesn't go awol like Pete and James warned us about Nov 28 04:30:04 * Morgan nods Nov 28 04:30:20 Whistle if she's still there. I'll go for a walk then Nov 28 04:30:40 * HH nods, hugging him anyway Nov 28 04:31:22 * Morgan lets him, standing still Nov 28 04:31:36 This one's for me man, not for you. Nov 28 04:32:07 * Morgan nods, squeezing him momentarily Nov 28 04:32:30 I'll go keep her outta trouble. Be safe, man Nov 28 04:32:44 You too Nov 28 04:32:59 * HH nods, leaving him alone Nov 28 04:33:42 *about five minutes pass before HH whistles* Nov 28 04:34:54 * Morgan nods slightly, continuing his walk away from the camp Nov 28 04:35:48 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 28 04:38:03 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 28 11:00:07 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Nov 28 11:04:19 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 28 13:30:45 * MorganK (~madisonst@Madisons-Air.lan) has joined Nov 28 13:32:52 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 28 13:32:53 * MollyK has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Nov 28 13:32:56 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 28 13:33:59 *he's been walking about forty minutes when he feels a sudden sharp pain in the back of his neck* Nov 28 13:34:23 * MorganK swears, rubbing at his neck Nov 28 13:34:53 *he finds something there, a spider about the size of his palm* Nov 28 13:35:18 * MorganK slaps it away, kicking at it Nov 28 13:35:37 *he starts to feel a little woozy* Nov 28 13:35:59 * MorganK swears, turning back towards the camp, trying to work out how far he is from them Nov 28 13:37:13 *he's walked a fair way, he's about two miles out. He starts to be able to smell pipe smoke and the smelting metal of a forge* Nov 28 13:37:43 * MorganK mutters, looking round for the forge Nov 28 13:38:48 *he doesn't see that, but he sees a man he hasn't seen since he was thirteen, Heinzharold's Father* Nov 28 13:38:54 * MollyK is now known as HHSnr Nov 28 13:39:09 Ah damn Nov 28 13:39:18 Hey kid Nov 28 13:39:38 'M in trouble huh Nov 28 13:39:57 * HHSnr moves to walk beside him Nov 28 13:40:06 Hallucinating Nov 28 13:40:27 Was either that or I'm dead Nov 28 13:41:00 Just hallucinatin'. Lucky you have th' construction of an ox Nov 28 13:41:17 Its not gonna kill me? Nov 28 13:41:40 Nah, you'll be alright, strong lad like you Nov 28 13:41:52 * MorganK nods Nov 28 13:41:59 Horrid little swines Nov 28 13:42:06 * HHSnr nods Nov 28 13:42:18 Not like this back 'ome Nov 28 13:42:35 * MorganK nods Nov 28 13:42:39 We miss you Nov 28 13:42:47 * HHSnr nods Nov 28 13:43:03 Reck'n you'd fared better if I'd lived Nov 28 13:43:30 Whys that? Nov 28 13:45:04 Someone t' talk sense t' yer Da 'bout Dietlinde Nov 28 13:45:42 Aye, maybe. No point dwelling on that now Nov 28 13:46:56 Nope, bigger problems now, ain'tcha? Nov 28 13:47:11 Oh yeah, definitely Nov 28 13:48:41 Women, eh? Can't live with 'em, can't live without 'em Nov 28 13:49:23 Behave, its obvious to anyone with eyes how much you adore yours Nov 28 13:50:02 * HHSnr nods Nov 28 13:51:20 She's a good girl, but not an easy one. "Member how bossy she was when y' were kids? Worse 'an that when it was jus' me an' her. Nov 28 13:52:02 Not much has changed in that regard Nov 28 13:52:46 * HHSnr nods Nov 28 13:54:01 All I'm sayin', not always plain sailing. Women are a bit like the sea, see? Sometimes it's rough, sometimes it's smooth. Nov 28 13:54:30 Never expected it to be Nov 28 13:56:59 * HHSnr nods Nov 28 13:57:45 Picked a complicated one, didn't ya? Makes the highs really high an' the lows really low Nov 28 13:58:00 I suppose so Nov 28 14:00:08 Got so much on your plate, haven'cha? Savin' the whole world Nov 28 14:00:37 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:00:53 It is rather... heavy... Nov 28 14:01:46 Can only do yer best. If y' can't do it, then it just can't be done Nov 28 14:02:09 Given that you're a hallucination of my own mind, thats a bit arrogant aint it Nov 28 14:02:48 * HHSnr shrugs "Mebbie. Mebbie y' know deep down that it makes sense" Nov 28 14:03:07 Not sold on that Nov 28 14:03:51 That's yer perogative, t' be sure Nov 28 14:04:33 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:04:38 Aye, it is Nov 28 14:05:52 Yer the one th' world has got. May as well accept it an' try to believe in yerself like others believe in you Nov 28 14:06:13 but... I'm a mess Nov 28 14:06:34 * HHSnr laughs "Most people are unnerneath it all" Nov 28 14:06:49 * MorganK snorts Nov 28 14:07:10 Your son ain't... the only parts he struggles with are things that are my fault Nov 28 14:11:00 Can't be serious e'en when he needs to. Got more of a wanderin' eye than I'd 'oped. Nov 28 14:11:28 He's dedicated to his wife. Nov 28 14:12:17 Don't think 'e'd stray. He's not perfect, no man is Nov 28 14:12:28 * MorganK shrugs Nov 28 14:12:37 Aye Nov 28 14:16:31 * HHSnr walks along beside him still, heading for the distant fire Nov 28 14:17:02 Won't be comin' all the way with y' Nov 28 14:17:09 No? Nov 28 14:17:26 Effects'll wear off first Nov 28 14:17:34 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:17:41 Thats a relief and... not... Nov 28 14:19:20 * HHSnr nods Nov 28 14:19:40 See me again in heaven one day, kid Nov 28 14:19:52 * MorganK shrugs Nov 28 14:19:53 maybe Nov 28 14:21:06 Nah, I'm sure y' will. Be like a big ol' party Nov 28 14:21:41 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:21:58 You're a big part of why I am who I am, y'know? Nov 28 14:22:07 Reck'n? Nov 28 14:22:28 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:23:09 My sense of what counts as worthy... how being born of noble blood doesn't mean you're anyones better... Nov 28 14:25:05 * HHSnr nods Nov 28 14:26:00 Yer Da is a good Graf, but I ne'er believed a man should be set above another man jus' 'cos of his parentage Nov 28 14:26:10 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:26:20 Its a responsibility first... Nov 28 14:26:28 * HHSnr nods Nov 28 14:27:16 It's priv'ledge to lead an' serve th' people. Not e'eryone is suited to tha' without makin' it worse for the folks Nov 28 14:27:29 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:27:35 Tryin' not to Nov 28 14:29:21 Lotsa folks t' serve Nov 28 14:29:31 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:29:34 Hope I'm up to it Nov 28 14:31:00 Don' try to do it all yerself, you'll be grand Nov 28 14:31:25 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:32:00 Learning that, slowly. Nov 28 14:33:10 * HHSnr nods Nov 28 14:33:28 It's yer duty, it's not yer life Nov 28 14:33:49 Unfortunately, that not what I was taught Nov 28 14:34:43 Has it made those around y' who followed that happy? Nov 28 14:35:08 * MorganK shrugs Nov 28 14:35:09 Couldn't say Nov 28 14:36:30 Think mebbie y' want to live yer life different? Nov 28 14:36:49 How can I? With everything I've got to do Nov 28 14:38:38 Delegate what y' can, make time f' y' wife an kids. Nov 28 14:39:00 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:39:06 Trying to, Da, I really am Nov 28 14:40:20 * HHSnr nods Nov 28 14:42:04 Y' got friends, y' got a lotta love around you. Let people help. Get this trip out th' way, start makin' yer home. Nothing is e'er more important than fam'ly Nov 28 14:42:20 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:42:22 aye Nov 28 14:43:16 * HHSnr looks towards the fire. Time must be passing weirdly for him, because they aren't far from the tent Nov 28 14:43:25 Reck'n it's about time to go Nov 28 14:43:36 * MorganK stops, looking at him Nov 28 14:43:48 We really do miss you... every day... Nov 28 14:46:04 * HHSnr nods "I know, kid. What y' did on Remembrance Day, singin', I woulda been so proud o' that Nov 28 14:46:20 * MorganK bows his head Nov 28 14:46:27 Couldn't let him do it alone anymore Nov 28 14:48:55 Gotta forgive yerself for leavin'. He's okay. Yer all okay really. Jus' a bad night. You'll get through it, kid. Nov 28 14:49:40 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:49:42 I'll try Nov 28 14:51:24 * HHSnr pulls Morgan to him, hugging him hard. It shouldn't really be possible, but in his hallucination he can fully feel and smell Heinzharold's Da just like he used to. He even feels as much taller as Morgan remembers him Nov 28 14:51:50 * MorganK puts his arms around him, holding onto him tightly Nov 28 14:54:02 Chin up, kid, you can do this Nov 28 14:54:22 * MorganK nods Nov 28 14:54:23 yessir Nov 28 14:55:51 Good lad. *he pats his back before letting go* Go on, off y' go Nov 28 14:56:41 * MorganK nods, looking at him for a moment before saying 'love you' and turning away, walking towards the fire Nov 28 14:57:02 * HHSnr doesn't follow Nov 28 14:57:46 * MorganK puts his head down, carrying on Nov 28 14:59:45 *when he gets to the camp, only Sinan and HH are out of the tent, sat near the fire, no blankets. Morgan doesn't feel woozy now, but he can tell hours have passed. It must be nearly midnight* Nov 28 15:00:03 * MorganK looks up at the stars Nov 28 15:03:40 *it's pretty. HH looks over* Still got hot food for y', man Nov 28 15:03:59 * MorganK nods, sitting down, looking at the sand Nov 28 15:04:05 I hate spiders Nov 28 15:04:15 * HHSnr is now known as HH Nov 28 15:04:20 Yeah, same Nov 28 15:04:30 Got bit Nov 28 15:05:27 Not same. How'd ya manage that? *He hands Morgan a metal tin containing meat and cooked root vegetables* Nov 28 15:05:42 * MorganK shrugs Nov 28 15:05:56 Fucker must've crawled up... bit me on the back o'me neck Nov 28 15:07:24 Shit. You okay? You back now? Mebbie Sinan can get some shut eye? Nov 28 15:07:33 Aye, let him sleep Nov 28 15:08:57 *Sinan inclines his head, moving further around the fire and settling beneath his cloak* Nov 28 15:09:20 We gave all the blankets t' mother an' child, keep the wee one warm Nov 28 15:09:31 * MorganK nods Nov 28 15:09:38 Molly in wi'em? Nov 28 15:11:54 * HH nods "Aye, took a bit o' persuadin' to stay put" Nov 28 15:12:20 Oh? Nov 28 15:14:25 Wanted t' go off alone f' a bit. It's not safe out 'ere Nov 28 15:15:41 Too right Nov 28 15:16:45 * HH opens his flask, sipping some Nov 28 15:17:08 'Opefully the spiders'll stay away from th' fire Nov 28 15:17:14 * MorganK nods Nov 28 15:17:17 Did last night Nov 28 15:19:12 Musta seen you an' been hungry Nov 28 15:19:21 * HH offers him the flask Nov 28 15:19:41 No, thanks... had enough of my mind being altered for one night Nov 28 15:21:02 Poisonous one? Nov 28 15:21:38 Venomous... yeah... think for someone not built like me it would've been bad... I just... hallucinated Nov 28 15:22:53 Some magic genie lady dressed like the, Nov 28 15:23:07 Them in the palace, offering you three wishes? Nov 28 15:23:17 * MorganK shakes his head, staring at the fire Nov 28 15:23:19 Your Da Nov 28 15:23:29 Weird choice, man Nov 28 15:24:07 Not like I decided Nov 28 15:25:11 * HH nods Nov 28 15:25:19 Offer y' any wishes? Nov 28 15:25:33 No... just advice, like always Nov 28 15:26:16 * HH nods Nov 28 15:26:29 Told y' to admit they were my apples? Nov 28 15:27:03 Told me to forgive myself for leaving... that women are difficult to live with... that there's always going to be rough times Nov 28 15:27:12 * HH nods Nov 28 15:27:21 Sounds smart t' me Nov 28 15:27:32 * MorganK nods Nov 28 15:27:35 probably Nov 28 15:28:48 * HH nods "wouldn't mind seeing 'im myself" Nov 28 15:29:21 Wasn't really him though... was just my mind playing silly buggers Nov 28 15:30:11 I'd take e'en that after fourteen years Nov 28 15:30:41 * MorganK nods Nov 28 15:30:59 I know man Nov 28 15:31:19 You eatin' that? Nov 28 15:31:58 * MorganK nods, startng to eat Nov 28 15:32:16 Didn't eat much in the palace Nov 28 15:32:27 * HH nods. The meat is spiced and unusual. Nov 28 15:32:44 Thought them lassies were planning to fatten me up an' cook me! Nov 28 15:33:00 You looked to be enjoying yourself Nov 28 15:34:00 * HH nods "Was warm, comfortable, being fed and lotsa pretty ladies around. Who wouldn' enjoy that?" Nov 28 15:34:58 * MorganK points to himself briefly before carrying on eating Nov 28 15:35:42 Would'na enjoyed it if Inga was bein' smarmed on Nov 28 15:36:05 Reckon she'd a Nov 28 15:36:22 Reckon she'd have been alright with you being fed like that? Nov 28 15:37:08 Yeah, woulda unnerstood I was keepin' the peace whilst y' were working Nov 28 15:37:33 * MorganK nods Nov 28 15:37:37 You know her best Nov 28 15:39:06 * HH nods Nov 28 15:39:14 She's pretty easy goin' Nov 28 15:39:42 * MorganK nods, throwing a bit of meat to HeinzHarold Nov 28 15:39:59 * HH catches it in his mouth like a dog Nov 28 15:40:32 Gettin' gone as soon as it's half light? Nov 28 15:40:50 * MorganK nods Nov 28 15:41:10 Soon as its possible. Hows Be... Zareen doing? Nov 28 15:42:41 Quiet, keeps t' herself. Kid too a while t' settle Nov 28 15:43:29 All change for him... not sure how Sigfried is going to react to that Nov 28 15:44:06 * HH nods Nov 28 15:44:27 And we gotta take a baby all th' way to Capp'lucia Nov 28 15:45:19 * MorganK nods Nov 28 15:45:24 It'll be decent practice Nov 28 15:47:19 * HH nods "get Inga changin' some nappy cloths" Nov 28 15:47:31 And you... Nov 28 15:49:06 We still goin' then? Nov 28 15:49:20 * MorganK sighs Nov 28 15:49:22 I dunno man Nov 28 15:50:17 * HH nods Nov 28 15:50:44 Inga will want t' go with Molly Nov 28 15:51:00 I won't keep you from your wife, whatever I decide to do Nov 28 15:52:39 I'll command 'er to stay if needs be. Only thing is, what about th' draw? Nov 28 15:53:03 I don't wanna think about that right now Nov 28 15:53:54 * HH nods Nov 28 15:56:17 Too painful to deal with at the minute Nov 28 15:57:03 Yeah. Gotta few days to decide yet. Back on the ship by tomorrow night, reach Zweibrucke the next night if we're lucky. Day after that we supposed to sail out Nov 28 15:57:17 * MorganK nods Nov 28 15:57:20 Aye Nov 28 15:58:29 * HH nods "get some sleep a few hours, man, we'll swap in a bit Nov 28 15:59:14 * MorganK nods, putting whats left of his food in front of HeinzHarold before flopping back on the sand, wrapping himself up in his cloak Nov 28 15:59:28 Night, man Nov 28 15:59:39 g'night Nov 28 16:01:21 *the crackle of the fire helps him to drift off to sleep* Nov 28 16:03:47 *He starts to dream where he had betrayed HH by sleeping with the girl he'd met and skinny dipped with. He'd listened to the faint sound of his child within her before he'd helped her dress, her belly concealed. They'd walked back to her Father's house with Morgan's horse. She heads into the stable. The groom bows a little to her* Nov 28 16:04:06 * HH is now known as Molly Nov 28 16:04:22 Do you mind the groom taking your horse? Nov 28 16:05:42 * MorganK hands over the reins Nov 28 16:06:34 G: Freiarr Rosenkrantz returned an hour ago, my Lady Nov 28 16:07:35 * Molly nods "Thank you" *she leaves the groom to his work, heading into the sunshine* "I wasn't expecting him until tomorrow at the earliest" Nov 28 16:07:53 * MorganK nods Nov 28 16:07:59 Best get it over with then Nov 28 16:11:23 * Molly nods, offering her hand "Are you nervous?" Nov 28 16:11:30 * MorganK nods, taking it Nov 28 16:11:34 Aye, I am Nov 28 16:12:08 Would you not like me to stay? Nov 28 16:12:42 I... think it best I face him alone, don't you? No doubt he'd send you away anyway Nov 28 16:13:35 * Molly nods "Probably. He did think you were nice when you were here for dinner that night" Nov 28 16:13:50 I don't imagine that has held Nov 28 16:14:43 * Molly nods "I'll be in the garden when you're done. If you'd like to spend time getting to know each other more" Nov 28 16:15:01 * MorganK nods Nov 28 16:15:04 Best had I think Nov 28 16:15:37 * Molly nods "I'm sorry I didn't stay awake by the river" Nov 28 16:15:52 Its fine... I imagine being pregnant is tiring Nov 28 16:16:49 It's not tiring so much now, just that when I am idle I am likely to doze off *she gently squeezes his hand before letting go as they get into the hall* Nov 28 16:17:04 * MorganK nods Nov 28 16:17:08 Where will I find him? Nov 28 16:17:44 In the library, most likely, but the staff will find him for you, you know how it is Nov 28 16:17:54 * MorganK shrugs Nov 28 16:18:12 I'm... usually wandering the halls at home Nov 28 16:18:23 * Molly nods Nov 28 16:18:31 Good luck, Morgan. Nov 28 16:18:54 * MorganK nods, going off t find a servant to find her father Nov 28 16:19:29 *The butler takes him to the library* In here, my Lord Nov 28 16:19:52 * MorganK nods, thanking him before knocking Nov 28 16:20:00 * Molly is now known as David Nov 28 16:20:06 * David calls to come in Nov 28 16:20:25 * MorganK does so, closing the door behind him Nov 28 16:21:07 * David stands up "Good afternoon. Morgan, isn't it? Nov 28 16:21:14 Yes my lord, it is Nov 28 16:21:34 Have a seat. Is Seb with you? Nov 28 16:21:44 * MorganK sits down Nov 28 16:21:55 No sir, he is still aboard ship Nov 28 16:22:48 * David sits opposite him, offering to pour coffee Nov 28 16:23:23 * MorganK lets him, thanking him Nov 28 16:23:26 He is well though? Nov 28 16:23:30 * MorganK nods Nov 28 16:23:42 Yessir... Nov 28 16:24:04 * David nods, handing him a cup before pouring his own Nov 28 16:24:15 What brings you to Insel? Nov 28 16:24:30 * MorganK sighs Nov 28 16:24:47 I have been discharged from the navy so that I may do what is right by your daughter Nov 28 16:25:04 * David sizes him up a moment Nov 28 16:25:18 I see. The child is yours then, you believe? Nov 28 16:25:24 Yes sir Nov 28 16:25:39 * David nods, considering Nov 28 16:26:19 That was quick work, you were here less than twelve hours. Nov 28 16:26:29 * MorganK nods Nov 28 16:26:30 Yes sir Nov 28 16:27:11 Molly has been reluctant to tell me who the Father, or potential Fathers might be. Nov 28 16:27:30 Be assured, my lord, the only option is me Nov 28 16:29:00 * David sips his coffee Nov 28 16:29:26 Are you sure? Molly is... a wild sort of girl, I'm afraid Nov 28 16:29:50 She assures me the child is mine, and I believe her Nov 28 16:30:19 * David nods "If you are willing to take her word, then I suppose I will have to" Nov 28 16:30:32 * MorganK nods Nov 28 16:30:33 Yes sir Nov 28 16:30:48 * David nods, looking at him Nov 28 16:31:37 Whatever were you thinking, a young Veisgraf with a world of options for an exceptional marriage? Nov 28 16:32:24 I... we had a connection... we got carried away my lord. Nov 28 16:33:07 * David huffs "Yes, my daughter is well-versed in getting swept away and behaving recklessly. No doubt she was the ring leader in all of this" Nov 28 16:33:33 No, my lord, the decisions made were mine. Nov 28 16:33:55 Then you are an idiot. I trust your Father will reiterate that Nov 28 16:34:15 Assuming he does not kill me, yes, he will. Nov 28 16:35:05 Think carefully. All of this can go away. Molly can go to friends in the country and deliver the child. No one needs to have their life ruined here. Nov 28 16:35:49 No, my lord, that is not something I could allow, and my family would disown me if I even considered it. Nov 28 16:36:35 * David nods Nov 28 16:37:03 Do you have any concept of the misery you are signing up for? Nov 28 16:37:27 I think you are being somewhat unfair Nov 28 16:37:33 * MorganK has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 28 18:11:58 * David has quit (Ping Timeout) Nov 28 22:39:42 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Nov 28 22:40:36 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 28 22:46:45 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Nov 28 22:54:06 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 28 22:54:49 Nov 28 16:37:03 Do you have any concept of the misery you are signing up for? Nov 28 22:54:49 Nov 28 16:37:27 I think you are being somewhat unfair Nov 28 22:54:53 * MollyK has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Nov 28 22:55:18 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 28 22:55:20 Nov 28 16:37:03 Do you have any concept of the misery you are signing up for? Nov 28 22:55:20 Nov 28 16:37:27 I think you are being somewhat unfair Nov 28 22:55:26 * MollyK is now known as David Nov 28 22:56:42 She is overly exuberant, disobedient and opinionated. You will have your hands full with her, and frankly, your error in judgment with her doesn’t speak well to be able to keep her in line. Nov 28 23:00:13 Her exuberance is something to be cherished, and her being disobedient and opinionated speaks to both how you have raised her to be comfortable and confident in herself, and perhaps an unwillingness in yourself to consider her views are valid Nov 28 23:00:59 She has always been difficult to control, even from her earliest days Nov 28 23:01:17 Maybe control is not what she needs but guidance... Nov 28 23:01:34 What I am asking you, Morgan, is whether this is the sort of wife you can tolerate? It will take a lot of love and patience to have her as a spouse. Nov 28 23:03:13 I will not have my child grow up a stranger to me and, frankly, there is something between us that neither of us quite understand just yet Nov 28 23:04:35 * David nods, sipping the coffee Nov 28 23:05:07 Then I suppose you have my blessing to do the honourable thing considering the consequences of your actions Nov 28 23:05:25 * Morgan nods Nov 28 23:05:42 I appreciate that... it is also not lost on me that it will increase your status... Nov 28 23:05:55 * David nods Nov 28 23:06:55 That is a blessing, yes. However, when you last visited we did not know. Molly's... lack of sense with you was not in the hopes of snaring a Veisgraf Nov 28 23:07:52 I was not suggesting that... just that perhaps it would be... -better- to see the benefits of the situation rather than dwelling on the downsides Nov 28 23:08:54 I assume you will wait on your Father's reaction before deciding where you will live together? Nov 28 23:09:20 I would prefer to live in Sudlachenburg but... if I am not welcome there... Nov 28 23:10:47 * David nods Nov 28 23:10:54 Have you seen her yet? Nov 28 23:11:26 * Morgan nods Nov 28 23:11:40 We have talked about the situation we find ourselves in Nov 28 23:11:56 * David nods Nov 28 23:12:21 Have you already sent word to your Father? Nov 28 23:12:58 ((I can't remember)) Nov 28 23:17:59 I have asked him to meet me here Nov 28 23:20:05 If he comes up the river and around the coast by boat he might not be long. Alright, I will go to the priest then. How soon do you want it done? Nov 28 23:20:33 I... need to find out what my father intends first... he may wish to have it done at home... Nov 28 23:21:24 * David nods "I will make it plain that it is not definitely but to be ready at short notice. Will Seb and Heinzharold be joining you soon?" Nov 28 23:21:52 * Morgan shakes his head suddenly looking upset before looking away Nov 28 23:21:54 No sir. Nov 28 23:23:33 Fallen out, have you? Nov 28 23:24:28 They both harboured feelings for Molly... HeinzHarold especially. It has ruined my friendship with him... and I don't blame him one bit Nov 28 23:26:23 Young men are very silly where young women are concerned Nov 28 23:27:04 Bit more serious than that... but... I cannot fix what I have broken, so there is little point brooding on it Nov 28 23:27:31 * David nods Nov 28 23:27:55 I suppose you'll be wanting a ring? Nov 28 23:28:38 There is a family heirloom but... that will be up to my father Nov 28 23:30:15 * David nods Nov 28 23:30:25 Molly will accept you? Nov 28 23:30:42 * Morgan nods Nov 28 23:31:34 * David nods Nov 28 23:31:49 Very well. Was that all? Nov 28 23:32:34 * Morgan nods Nov 28 23:32:35 Yes sir Nov 28 23:34:16 * David nods Nov 28 23:34:55 You will be staying here for the time being? Nov 28 23:35:11 If you allow me to Nov 28 23:35:40 I will have a valet assigned to you to find you clothes and things. Nov 28 23:36:28 Thank you my lord Nov 28 23:36:34 I see little point in keeping you separated, she is not getting any more pregnant Nov 28 23:37:36 * Morgan nods Nov 28 23:37:39 Yes sir Nov 28 23:38:54 Go on then, I have some correspondence to see to now Nov 28 23:39:42 * Morgan nods, standing and heading out of the room quietly Nov 28 23:41:16 *Molly is found in the garden, in the duck pond with her dress tucked up. She’s laughing as she feeds bread and oats to all the ducks around her* Nov 28 23:42:09 * Morgan sits down at the edge of the pond Nov 28 23:42:23 * David is now known as Molly Nov 28 23:42:29 * Molly looks to him Nov 28 23:42:47 Come on, roll up your trousers and come in! The ducks love it Nov 28 23:43:04 No, I'm... I'm not in the mood to right now... I'm sorry Nov 28 23:43:23 * Molly nods, coming out slowly Nov 28 23:43:40 Bent your ear then? He's so stuffy sometimes! Nov 28 23:44:23 I'm worrying how my father will react... -your- father was telling me how miserable I'll be, how you're disobedient and opinionated... Nov 28 23:45:21 * Molly smiles, plonking down beside him and resting back on her elbows, feet still in the water "he's two-thirds right" Nov 28 23:46:56 I am concerned how we will make things work so we are not at odds constantly Nov 28 23:47:08 * Molly nods Nov 28 23:47:38 I haven't had a good example of wifehood. My mother died when I was born. Nov 28 23:48:21 I'm sorry... I imagine your father and mine would say you should do what you are told Nov 28 23:48:32 * Molly nods Nov 28 23:48:35 And you? Nov 28 23:51:07 I imagine there are times that will be important... we should not appear at odds... Nov 28 23:51:12 * Morgan frowns Nov 28 23:51:16 Assuming I am not disowned Nov 28 23:51:20 * Molly nods Nov 28 23:51:33 If you are we'll just have to live here, I suppose Nov 28 23:52:15 No disrespect to Insel but... I don't want to. Nov 28 23:52:20 * Molly nods Nov 28 23:52:29 You'd prefer to go home Nov 28 23:53:41 Perhaps when things are more... settled, I will feel differently... but I've lost my friend, I don't know how I would handle losing my home and my family Nov 28 23:53:51 * Molly nods Nov 28 23:54:16 I'm sorry, but I hope your son or daughter will be a consolation Nov 28 23:55:58 * Morgan nods Nov 28 23:56:23 Your father is not convinced the child is mine... I have tried to put him straight without being too forthcoming Nov 28 23:57:00 I'll set him straight. Nov 28 23:58:02 * Morgan shrugs Nov 28 23:58:11 I'm not fussed what he believes Nov 28 23:59:01 * Molly shields her eyes to watch him "do you have doubts?" Nov 28 23:59:44 * Morgan shakes his head