**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Nov 30 00:00:33 2022 Nov 30 00:00:33 * Molly stands, doing up his jacket to conceal his erection, smiling "you still have the bottles?" Nov 30 00:01:08 * Morgan clears his throat Nov 30 00:01:10 Surprisingly Nov 30 00:01:15 * Molly nods Nov 30 00:01:50 I did warn that you'd need to have a firm grip... *she kisses him gently* Nov 30 00:03:10 * Morgan nods, taking a moment to rebutton his placket Nov 30 00:05:16 Ready to come with me, my love? *she looks rather pleased with herself, offering her hand* Nov 30 00:07:11 * Morgan nods, taking her hand Nov 30 00:08:34 * Molly leads along the dock, past the lit space where his cargo will soon be, and up the gangplank. She touches their joined hands to the horsehoe Nov 30 00:08:40 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 30 00:08:51 Hey, you got some drink! Nov 30 00:09:53 Uhhh, yeah... taking a bottle back with us... and... a few barrels... Nov 30 00:12:02 *Molly looks to Morgan* shall I take the bottles down? I will be careful to keep hold of them... Nov 30 00:12:16 Yeah... please Nov 30 00:12:54 *she takes them from his hand, carrying them carefully, leaving the men alone* Nov 30 00:13:04 Ready to eat? Nov 30 00:13:14 Yeah man. Nov 30 00:13:25 Should have some cargo arriving shortly Nov 30 00:13:41 *he nods* Dinner's Ready, crew are eating Nov 30 00:14:15 * Morgan nods Nov 30 00:14:19 Some taken to Zareen? Nov 30 00:14:35 Yep, some mashed up for the babe too Nov 30 00:15:19 excellent Nov 30 00:17:14 * HH nods "I've got this man, tell the men to come up when they're done, yeah?" Nov 30 00:18:40 * Morgan nods Nov 30 00:18:41 Thanks man Nov 30 00:19:33 No problem, Cap'n Nov 30 00:20:35 * Morgan pats his arm before heading below deck to get some food Nov 30 00:21:33 *the galley is handing out some. The options for eating is only his room or the crew room where the hammocks are taken down for eating Nov 30 00:25:17 * Morgan takes it to his room Nov 30 00:26:08 * HH is now known as Molly Nov 30 00:26:47 * Molly looks all sweetness and innocence, sat primly in a chair with a book in her lap Nov 30 00:27:24 Liebes herz. I've put the bottles safely away for now *she smiles* Nov 30 00:27:41 Thank you blossom Nov 30 00:27:49 * Morgan places a plate of food down near her Nov 30 00:28:12 * Molly puts the book down, eating absently Nov 30 00:28:37 I've checked Zareen, she is tired but glad to be in a proper room tonight Nov 30 00:29:33 Difficult getting it across huh Nov 30 00:30:55 * Molly nods Nov 30 00:30:59 It is Nov 30 00:31:25 * Morgan nods, eating some Nov 30 00:31:48 * Molly eats about half of her food Nov 30 00:32:05 Will you be going to help them load up? Nov 30 00:33:21 I think so... first cargo for the ship... feels important Nov 30 00:34:05 * Molly nods Nov 30 00:34:16 Will you then be taking a watch? Nov 30 00:34:38 I should Nov 30 00:34:43 * Molly nods Nov 30 00:35:22 I am afraid I will need to retire. It's been a hard few days, and I think I managed an hour at most last night Nov 30 00:36:24 * Morgan nods Nov 30 00:36:28 Get some sleep my love Nov 30 00:36:42 * Molly nods sadly Nov 30 00:37:08 You'll wake me, if you want me when you are ready to retire? Nov 30 00:37:33 I think what we did earlier technically ticks Ussura off our list... Nov 30 00:38:18 * Molly yawns gently, covering her mouth "I'm not sure there were rules..." Nov 30 00:38:37 No, I suppose not... Nov 30 00:38:51 But I am available to you, always Nov 30 00:40:02 I know love Nov 30 00:42:18 * Molly nods. She gets up, coming to kiss his crown. She must have put on the new perfume, because she smells like she did beneath him in the tent as he made love to her Nov 30 00:43:18 Sleep well my love Nov 30 00:45:08 * Molly nods, sitting on the bed to undo her boots, and then the front lacing of her dress Nov 30 00:46:55 * Morgan eats quickly Nov 30 00:47:18 Bloody famished Nov 30 00:47:32 Finish mine too, my love Nov 30 00:47:58 No, you should finish it Nov 30 00:48:35 * Molly continues to undress whilst he does, until all that is left is the headscarf and the rope "I am too worn out to eat. I'll have extra breakfast" Nov 30 00:49:06 * Morgan nods Nov 30 00:49:24 Perhaps once we reach Zweibrucke we will have someone style your hair? Nov 30 00:50:22 * Molly shrugs, pulling the covers back "I'll ask Inga, no doubt she has dealt with some hair disasters in her time in service" Nov 30 00:50:41 Can I see it? Nov 30 00:51:12 * Molly shrugs a little again "if you really wish to" Nov 30 00:51:39 * Morgan nods Nov 30 00:54:11 * Molly sits on the edge, undoing the scarf. The curls have returned to that part of her hair that was normally just wavy until the bottom ten inches, inches that are now in a far away palace to be used however the Sheik wishes Nov 30 00:55:10 * Morgan moves closer, bringing a hand to her hair Nov 30 00:55:54 * Molly sighs Nov 30 00:56:10 I've never had it so short. What woman would?! Nov 30 00:56:54 Cute ones... Nov 30 00:57:11 Just a little tidy and it will look amazing again, just different Nov 30 00:57:20 * Molly looks up at him. She looks sad Nov 30 00:57:59 My long hair drew you. You loved how it swished. It was the only thing you ever admitted to specifically that aroused you Nov 30 00:59:04 The rest I have simply not voiced. Nov 30 01:00:18 * Molly shrugs, chewing her lip. She looks teary "I know I should be all noble and heroic, making a sacrifice to reunite true love, but... Nov 30 01:00:57 * Morgan nods, moving to put his arms around her Nov 30 01:01:17 Recognise what losing your hair has achieved, but grieve for it all the same Nov 30 01:02:56 * Molly nods "I will adjust... I will be alright. You are needed on deck" Nov 30 01:03:33 * Morgan sighs, running his thumb down the rope on her wrist Nov 30 01:03:42 You will be keeping this on? Nov 30 01:03:53 Do you wish me to? Nov 30 01:04:23 I wish you to do what feels right to you Nov 30 01:05:18 It does feel right to me Nov 30 01:05:48 Then keep it on my love Nov 30 01:07:15 * Molly nods, fidgeting with her hair self-conciously Nov 30 01:07:20 I will do Nov 30 01:07:44 Its just diff... could you use your magic to grow it? Nov 30 01:08:14 I don't think so... I will think about it though Nov 30 01:08:49 Worth a try I think. It doesn't matter, just an idea Nov 30 01:09:36 * Molly nods, kissing him gently Nov 30 01:10:09 I will see you in a while. I'm going to try to dream of what I did in the alley. Nov 30 01:10:50 * Morgan nods Nov 30 01:10:55 Alright my love. Sleep well Nov 30 01:11:25 * Molly kisses him again before lying down "And you" Nov 30 01:12:05 * Morgan nods, collecting the plates and heading out up on deck Nov 30 01:12:47 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 30 01:13:54 * HH is watching the men, both Ussuran and Crew, preparing to load the cargo. He glances at Morgan "hungry, are y'?" Nov 30 01:14:57 starving Nov 30 01:15:05 * Morgan eats, watching the men Nov 30 01:17:03 *the process of loading is very smooth, rolling the barrels on board. Straeker gives Morgan a brief wave before taking his now-empty wagons and men a wave. The crew of the Star start to move the hundred barrels bellow* Nov 30 01:17:29 Could stock Hafenlohr a year on that Nov 30 01:18:12 * Morgan nods Nov 30 01:18:27 That little lot will net us five hundred guilders in profit Nov 30 01:18:35 * HH nods, smiling Nov 30 01:18:37 Nice Nov 30 01:19:23 * Morgan nods Nov 30 01:19:30 Next lot will be cheaper, paying in advance Nov 30 01:19:42 * HH nods Nov 30 01:19:53 Gonna be here to do that yerself? Nov 30 01:20:13 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 30 01:20:34 No... your Da said get the trip out the way then settle and concentrate on family Nov 30 01:20:47 Thought he was just a delusion Nov 30 01:23:43 Doesn't mean he's wrong Nov 30 01:24:03 * HH shrugs Nov 30 01:24:24 You two looked more friendly when y' came back Nov 30 01:24:52 * Morgan nods Nov 30 01:25:11 Aye, we are Nov 30 01:25:37 * HH nods Nov 30 01:25:54 Glad you've been able t' forgive her Nov 30 01:27:12 Think she understands better now Nov 30 01:29:38 Had a heart to heart, huh? Nov 30 01:31:43 Delusion or not, thats the effect your Da has on me.. helped me see straight Nov 30 01:33:09 Mebbie it's yer own wisdom, Cap'n Nov 30 01:34:40 I did suggest that, to be fair... and my own arrogance, but I don't know that I'd believe that -I- think what your Da said Nov 30 01:35:19 * HH shrugs Nov 30 01:35:48 If it gets her to do better an' you guys to be back t' normal, I'll take it Nov 30 01:36:23 I know what she said really got to you... but I don't really want you thinking of her like that Nov 30 01:37:08 Difficult, yer my best friend, 'ave been since forever. Friends stick up for each other Nov 30 01:38:10 I know... but I also know how loving you are and how you don't want to think that way either Nov 30 01:38:37 Yeah, tha's true Nov 30 01:40:55 * Morgan nods Nov 30 01:42:35 I'll try to let it go, man Nov 30 01:44:05 I'd really appreciate that... every marriage has rough patches along with the smooth Nov 30 01:45:06 * HH nods Nov 30 01:45:11 Yeah, just... Nov 30 01:46:15 Just... Nov 30 01:46:19 It's a bit soon, an' we're kinda supposed to be needin' you two t' save the world Nov 30 01:46:54 What are you most annoyed about? Nov 30 01:47:22 Using Dietlinde and Jana to score a point in an argument Nov 30 01:48:56 Its... possible... she was trying to get me to see her point of view... I think, though, she is more disgusted with herself than you are Nov 30 01:49:11 * HH nods Nov 30 01:49:27 Yeah, prob'ly didn't help with losin' my rag Nov 30 01:50:09 Or thats what was needed. But, now we need to let it go. Can't save the world on our own Nov 30 01:50:20 * HH nods Nov 30 01:50:31 How's she doin' about the hair? Nov 30 01:51:09 badly Nov 30 01:51:27 She's gonn' ask Inga to see what she can do with it Nov 30 01:51:52 * HH nods Nov 30 01:52:08 Inga's pretty good. How bad a job did y' do? Nov 30 01:52:34 Better than I had done on mine Nov 30 01:53:49 * HH nods Nov 30 01:54:00 Inga will do 'er best Nov 30 01:54:08 * Morgan nods Nov 30 01:54:19 She'd be pissed, you being at odds with Molly... Nov 30 01:54:55 Oh yeah, I'm gonna catch it if it gets back to 'er what I said Nov 30 01:55:30 * Morgan nods Nov 30 01:55:33 definitely Nov 30 01:55:44 * HH nods Nov 30 01:56:33 What are you doin' up here, anyway? Ain't you two got some makin' up to do? Nov 30 01:57:20 She's shattered man, got maybe an hour last night Nov 30 01:57:42 And I'm supposed to be helping load those barrels Nov 30 01:59:10 The fuck was she doin' all night?! Not a big tent, no light to read Nov 30 01:59:59 crying Nov 30 02:01:05 What?! All night? Nov 30 02:01:52 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:01:58 Apparently so Nov 30 02:02:01 Ah shit, man *he rubs his brow* Nov 30 02:03:35 She needed to hear it, I think... but now its time to let it go Nov 30 02:04:12 I couldn't be up 'ere if it was Inga Nov 30 02:05:28 I'm a horrible person and she'll be asleep Nov 30 02:06:39 * HH laughs Nov 30 02:06:47 Yeah, you suck Nov 30 02:07:23 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:07:25 yep Nov 30 02:08:53 Not that I'd risk waking Inga, man. She hates it Nov 30 02:09:26 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:09:36 Molly doesn't mind but she really needs to sleep Nov 30 02:12:17 * HH nods "Y' don't need to take a watch, Koen and I can handle it" Nov 30 02:12:29 You sure? Nov 30 02:12:34 * HH nods Nov 30 02:12:43 Yeah man, you'd do it for us Nov 30 02:12:47 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:12:48 aye Nov 30 02:13:16 'Sides, no Inga here, I have a lotta time on my hands Nov 30 02:13:54 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:14:00 Aye. Be back with her tomorrow Nov 30 02:14:33 Not a moment too soon, man. Nov 30 02:14:49 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:15:41 If I'd had any notion we wouldn't need to spirit her away, I'd have left you with her Nov 30 02:16:15 Woulda preferred we did. Less strife. Shoulda left Molly behind Nov 30 02:16:42 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:16:48 Would've been easier, yes Nov 30 02:18:37 * HH nods Nov 30 02:19:03 Got Zareen and Amir now. Cute kid, Inga's gonna be broody as hell Nov 30 02:19:30 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:19:36 I wonder how Sigfried will handle it Nov 30 02:21:19 Gonna be rough, ain't it? Nov 30 02:21:33 I would think so, yes Nov 30 02:21:59 Wouldn't want her coming back with someone else's babe Nov 30 02:22:38 No... but if the choice was not coming back at all or with a baern... Nov 30 02:23:04 Yeah... guess so. Hard to imagine Nov 30 02:23:12 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:23:23 Aye Nov 30 02:23:26 * Morgan sighs Nov 30 02:23:32 sometime... something will be easy Nov 30 02:24:22 Me an Inga was pretty easy. Fallin' in love with 'er was like drawing one breath after the last one. Nov 30 02:24:38 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:24:47 I know... I remember the moment you saw her Nov 30 02:24:55 * HH nods Nov 30 02:25:54 Dunno how we didn' cross paths earlier really, but I guess when the time it right, it falls into place. Don't think I could handled it all as complicated as you an Molly had it Nov 30 02:27:23 * Morgan shrugs Nov 30 02:27:27 I reckon you could Nov 30 02:29:18 Nah, I like knowing where I stand. All that will she won't she with Jaeger and the stuff with her and Dau, too much f' me. I'm used to women being really clear that they want me an' will pursue me Nov 30 02:30:53 Her reticence was just because of my own... fragility. Nov 30 02:31:25 Seems t' have gotten over that since th' summer Nov 30 02:32:56 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:33:02 We've worked on it, really hard Nov 30 02:33:11 * HH sniggers Nov 30 02:33:16 Yeah y' did Nov 30 02:33:56 * Morgan snorts Nov 30 02:33:57 Shut up Nov 30 02:35:26 * HH laughs "never, man" Nov 30 02:35:52 Yeah, I've learned that Nov 30 02:36:13 Slow, aren'tcha? Nov 30 02:36:44 Oh I learned that when I was eleven, I just... live in hope... Nov 30 02:37:33 * HH nods Nov 30 02:37:41 Hope that they were your apples... Nov 30 02:38:05 * Morgan holds out the place Nov 30 02:38:09 Hold these a sec Nov 30 02:38:22 * HH does so Nov 30 02:38:31 * Morgan thumps him in the arm Nov 30 02:39:06 * HH has to really fight to keep hold of it Nov 30 02:39:31 Yer settin' a bad example f' the crew, man Nov 30 02:39:58 * Morgan looks at him seriously Nov 30 02:40:00 Really? Nov 30 02:40:22 Nah, they expect a healthy bit o' violence 'tween friends Nov 30 02:40:33 * Morgan nods, looking relieves Nov 30 02:41:06 'Sides, gotta keep them ready for Claudia's moods Nov 30 02:41:30 -that- is a good point. You sure you're alright to sort watches with Koen? Nov 30 02:41:44 Yeah, no problem, man Nov 30 02:42:39 * Morgan nods, taking the plates back Nov 30 02:42:57 I want to be ready to sail at first light Nov 30 02:43:25 * HH nods "I'll be here. Get some sleep" Nov 30 02:45:09 * Morgan nods, bidding him goodnight before heading below, putting the plates in the galley before heading to his cabin Nov 30 02:46:56 *the lantern is still hung up for him. Unlike every other night, her loose hair is not spread out all over the pillow, but barely anywhere. She's touching the rope with her other hand, asleep Nov 30 02:47:28 * Morgan undresses quietly, climbing into the bed by her Nov 30 02:49:07 *she doesn't really wake, but curls up to him regardless Nov 30 02:49:27 * Morgan wraps his arms around her before settling to sleep Nov 30 02:51:03 *He dreams of the brothel in Paan. Claudia had said she'd watch Varick and sneak over once they were all back. HH and Inga are sat together on a couch, he’s fiddling with her hair and whispering in her ear, making her blush. There are other couples kissing, groping each other over clothing. Molly is sat across Morgan's lap, watching the people with Nov 30 02:51:03 a hint of curiosity. She smells good, and he’s got a reasonable view down her dress. There’s no fichu, her lovebites on show proudly. Nov 30 02:51:14 * HH is now known as Molly Nov 30 02:52:51 * Morgan watches the people in the brothel Nov 30 02:53:46 *everyone looks happy, relaxed* Nov 30 02:53:51 * Molly smiles at him "So this is a brothel, hmm?" Nov 30 02:54:02 Its a decent one, apparently Nov 30 02:54:42 * Molly looks around "the people... they're so intimate..." Nov 30 02:55:03 * Morgan nods Nov 30 02:55:05 Yes they are Nov 30 02:56:03 * Molly rests her cheek to his shoulder Nov 30 02:56:37 You do not disapprove over much? Nov 30 02:57:33 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 30 02:57:38 Not particularly Nov 30 02:58:02 *On the couch, HH and Inga are holding hands whilst he kisses her neck. She looks very happy and uninhibited Nov 30 03:00:10 * Morgan smiles slightly, leaning his head against hers Nov 30 03:00:38 * Molly gently nuzzles her forehead to his chin Nov 30 03:00:55 Maybe I should have slipped into something a little more suitable…? Nov 30 03:01:29 Tough to know what would have been more suitable for your comfort before being here really... Nov 30 03:02:04 * Molly nods "You were anxious, bringing me?" Nov 30 03:02:14 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:02:23 I didn't want you being uncomfortable Nov 30 03:02:49 I'm not. Are you pleased I am here with you? Nov 30 03:02:55 Of course I am Nov 30 03:03:26 * Molly nods quietly Nov 30 03:04:09 **her neckline looks lower and wider, almost all the upper swell of her breasts and areola on show, the fabric only just shielding her nipples and below** Nov 30 03:04:32 Showing quite a bit there, hmm? Nov 30 03:04:43 You like it? Nov 30 03:04:50 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 30 03:04:54 I do Nov 30 03:05:29 * Molly nods, taking his hand and kissing his palm softly Nov 30 03:06:57 *there's happy laughter in the room. HH's mouth is straying lower, to Inga's collarbone and the rise of her breast* Nov 30 03:07:34 Our friends seem very happy here... Nov 30 03:08:42 Certainly seem to be enjoying themselves Nov 30 03:09:32 * Molly nods, kissing each of his finger tips Nov 30 03:09:43 And are you enjoying your evening? Nov 30 03:10:16 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:10:18 Aye I am Nov 30 03:10:27 And you? Nov 30 03:12:06 * Molly nods, smiling Nov 30 03:12:31 I am, though I am quite surprised to be here Nov 30 03:12:37 Oh? Nov 30 03:13:09 * Molly fidgets, kissing his mouth gently Nov 30 03:15:18 * Morgan returns her kiss for a moment before pulling away Nov 30 03:15:23 You are surprised because... Nov 30 03:15:35 *there are mixed sounds, some the noise of someone losing at cards, some laughter, some light sounds of peoples enjoyment* Liebes herz... don't you think it all looks a little blue? Nov 30 03:16:00 * Morgan looks around Nov 30 03:16:09 **Everything does look a little blue toned** You, my love, are dreaming… don't tense up, stay relaxed. It'll stay if you don't fight it Nov 30 03:16:34 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 30 03:17:22 *everything around them continues as it was. It all looks and feels so real* Nov 30 03:17:51 That's it, nice and relaxed... Nov 30 03:18:19 * Morgan nods, releasing a slow breath Nov 30 03:18:49 * Molly smiles Nov 30 03:19:05 Good... well done... Nov 30 03:19:17 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:19:37 I am here... it's a surprise Nov 30 03:19:55 Being in my dream? Nov 30 03:20:07 * Molly nods Nov 30 03:20:19 I was aware I was dreaming, and I started wondering what would happen if I tried to read your mind… and then, much to my surprise, I find you here in a brothel, my love! Nov 30 03:20:35 Bit peculiar Nov 30 03:21:29 * Molly nods, glancing at HH and Inga with a smile "It's nothing to worry over... compared to what you usually dream, this is rather good, I think" Nov 30 03:21:45 * Morgan nods, looks at HeinzHarold and Inga Nov 30 03:21:58 Thats how relaxed and happy they were when we went... Nov 30 03:22:35 * Molly smiles Nov 30 03:22:43 That's nice, I think Nov 30 03:22:49 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:22:54 Imagine feeling that... free... Nov 30 03:23:59 * Molly nods, looking around at all the other couples together, the decor and furniture of the brothel, how busy it is Nov 30 03:24:26 You mentioned this when you came back to our room... you sounded intrigued Nov 30 03:24:34 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:24:35 I was Nov 30 03:24:51 * Molly moves to make eye contact Nov 30 03:24:57 And mildly envious? Nov 30 03:25:07 Of? Nov 30 03:25:11 Them Nov 30 03:25:18 I suppose so Nov 30 03:25:30 * Molly nods Nov 30 03:25:44 You had wished I had been with you? Nov 30 03:26:16 I think so... as I said, imagine feeling that free... Nov 30 03:26:29 * Molly nods Nov 30 03:27:15 Suppose you do not have to just imagine... suppose you have a sort of reality, but completely safe...? Nov 30 03:27:29 Right here? Nov 30 03:28:00 * Molly nods Nov 30 03:28:40 Safe like... *she concentrated on their friends. Suddenly HH has floppy ears like a donkey* Nov 30 03:28:59 Thats... disturbing... Nov 30 03:29:15 * Molly smiles, watching how HH's ears suddenly go rigid and point up when Inga kisses his neck Nov 30 03:29:22 Is it? Nov 30 03:29:51 You don't think so? Nov 30 03:30:21 No... I've occassionally dreamt things I can control since I was a little girl Nov 30 03:31:08 Yes but... donkey ears... in a brothel.... Its not helping me concentrate on... relaxing... Nov 30 03:31:27 * Molly makes the ears go away Nov 30 03:31:30 Better? Nov 30 03:31:48 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:32:41 * Molly smiles "I could make Heinzharold and Inga go away too, if that would be better too?" Nov 30 03:33:00 ummmm.... I don't know actually Nov 30 03:33:26 * Molly shrugs "I won't meddle any more then, my love" Nov 30 03:34:35 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:34:39 Alright Nov 30 03:35:02 Unless there -is- anything you would like me to do or change? Nov 30 03:35:31 Uhhh... maybe something more... comfortable? Nov 30 03:35:51 You might need to be more specific? Nov 30 03:36:56 More... appropriate, perhaps... Nov 30 03:37:03 For me to wear? Nov 30 03:37:08 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:37:39 * Molly concentrates, wearing the long diaphanous white gown Nov 30 03:37:42 This? Nov 30 03:38:08 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:38:12 Thats not bad at all Nov 30 03:38:26 Or shorter? Nov 30 03:39:06 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:39:09 Shorter would be good Nov 30 03:39:30 * Molly makes it mid-thigh length Nov 30 03:39:38 Thats better Nov 30 03:39:53 * Molly smiles "good" Nov 30 03:41:08 *this new outfit is getting the occassional approving glance of other men, but no one is staring or being intimidating, at most they look a little envious Nov 30 03:41:51 * Morgan starts kissing her neck Nov 30 03:42:27 * Molly moans softly, but not any quieter than if they were alone Nov 30 03:42:55 Should I move to make that easier for you? Nov 30 03:43:10 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:43:12 please Nov 30 03:43:47 * Molly gets up, then straddles his lap, easy in so short a dress Nov 30 03:43:56 Better? Nov 30 03:44:03 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:44:06 Very much so Nov 30 03:45:20 *the general sounds of the brothel continue. People wander around chatting, buying drinks, laughing. It's definitely an active public space, though no one comes very close* Nov 30 03:45:47 * Morgan resumes kissing her neck Nov 30 03:46:03 * Molly glances around before grinding gently in his lap Nov 30 03:46:59 Mmm, that's good, my love Nov 30 03:47:08 * Morgan nods, sucking at her skin Nov 30 03:47:32 * Molly tips her head back Nov 30 03:47:53 You wish to mark me here? Nov 30 03:48:37 I do Nov 30 03:48:45 * Molly nods Nov 30 03:48:55 Do feel free Nov 30 03:49:36 * Morgan nods, biting her, not terribly hard, but firmly, sucking at the skin between his teeth Nov 30 03:50:10 * Molly moans at it, squirming in his lap Nov 30 03:50:31 God that feels good! Nov 30 03:51:19 * Morgan moans quietly, still sucking on her skin, releasing it from between his teeth before biting her again Nov 30 03:52:07 * Molly whimpers, grinding quite deeply into his lap Nov 30 03:52:33 * Morgan releases her skin, blowing out a slow breath Nov 30 03:52:44 What's wrong? Nov 30 03:53:06 Nothing... just... it'd be easy to get carried away Nov 30 03:53:15 * Molly shrugs Nov 30 03:53:36 It doesn't matter. None of this is real. There are no consequences here Nov 30 03:53:59 I suppose not Nov 30 03:54:26 It just looks and feels so real? Nov 30 03:54:49 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:55:30 * Molly starts kissing his neck "it would be difficult to not get carried away in the real brothel?" Nov 30 03:55:55 * Morgan nods Nov 30 03:55:59 I would think so Nov 30 03:56:52 * Molly nods, tongue trailing to between skin and fabric at his collar line Nov 30 03:57:40 * Morgan tilts his head a little Nov 30 03:58:23 * Molly sucks there this time firmly a moment before saying "here you can feel it but have no marks tomorrow" Nov 30 03:58:46 * Morgan nods Nov 30 04:00:42 * Molly returns to doing that, sucking him hard again before licking and then nipping at him. With her hands on his shoulders she has good purchase to squirm firmly in lap, pressing against him Nov 30 04:01:17 * Morgan moans, clearly enjoying it Nov 30 04:02:01 * Molly sucks harder, mixing it with teasingly light bites in comparison Nov 30 04:02:39 I... can see why you like this Nov 30 04:03:21 Oh? I try to go gently with you, assuming it is not to your tastes and you do not wish to be marked Nov 30 04:04:14 It is a new sensation Nov 30 04:05:19 I recall doing so in the coach when we went on honeymoon... *she whispers in his ear* you pleaded with me to tease you no more Nov 30 04:05:32 * Morgan nods Nov 30 04:05:37 Clearly then I enjoy it very much Nov 30 04:08:01 I suppose so... *she goes back to what she was doing. She presses her body to his. The bites and sucking is no harder, but there's an increase in the urgency of it, how fast her mouth cycles between sucking, licking and biting, moving to different spots on his flesh* Nov 30 04:08:48 * Morgan starts to grind against her, making quiet noises Nov 30 04:10:28 * Molly grinds too, a forward and back motion. She sucks quite hard at the base of his neck before biting firmer. Her hands squeeze his shoulders rhythmically Nov 30 04:10:47 * Morgan makes a low moaning noise Nov 30 04:12:34 * Molly moans gently in response, her actions intensifying, passionate, bordering upon frantic. He can see a few people glance at them frequently, looking impressed and curious rather than judgemental Nov 30 04:14:48 * Morgan continues grinding against her Nov 30 04:15:17 * Molly bites him quite hard before licking his skin Nov 30 04:15:46 * Morgan gasps before moaning Nov 30 04:16:10 * Molly pulls away just a little "not too much?" Nov 30 04:17:40 No, no Nov 30 04:17:48 More? Harder? Nov 30 04:19:07 * Morgan nods Nov 30 04:21:14 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 30 04:22:28 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 30 11:15:55 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Nov 30 11:58:36 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Nov 30 12:00:48 * MollyK does bite him hard this time, whimpering a little as she does. He catches sight of HH pulling Inga's dress down whilst she smiles, fingers in his hair. Nov 30 12:01:42 * Morgan groans, bucking beneath her Nov 30 12:03:10 * MollyK sucks deeply, deep enough to mark, to bruise. She pushes down firmer on his lap. Somewhere in the warm busy space a glass gets broken, cheers and laughter going up Nov 30 12:03:45 * Morgan grinds against her, gasping again Nov 30 12:06:00 * MollyK moves to the other side, but the same spot, immediately applying her warm open mouth to his skin and sucking in deeply, drawing away a little with it captured. He realises his jacket is gone when he can feel her nails through the cotton of his shirt on his shoulders, holding him firmly Nov 30 12:06:40 * Morgan tilts his head to the other side, still grinding against her Nov 30 12:06:59 * MollyK bites him suddenly, hard Nov 30 12:07:15 * Morgan gasps again Nov 30 12:09:12 * MollyK smiles against his neck, moving a little lower on his shoulder and changing to light, teasing nips randomly placed, frequently interspersed with licking, kissing and sucking in a cacophony of sensation Nov 30 12:10:01 Oh god, no wonder you enjoy this so much Nov 30 12:11:56 Mmhmm... *she moves a hand to the back of his neck, lightly gripping it. Then she bites him gently three times before biting very hard* Nov 30 12:12:30 Oh fuck Nov 30 12:13:01 * MollyK licks over the bite mark "not too hard?" Nov 30 12:13:42 No love Nov 30 12:17:22 * MollyK nods, tightening her grip on his neck before biting him several times all up his neck, even harder than before. She makes little noises of desire as she does so. Nov 30 12:18:38 * Morgan grinds hard against her Nov 30 12:20:05 * MollyK matches him, rolling her lips in deep circles Nov 30 12:22:22 *she murmurs* Bite? Suck? Tell me what you want... *she licks his skin. They're still getting a few glances, but noone looks anything other than relaxed or curious. HH are far too wrapped up in each other to spare them any looks* Nov 30 12:22:59 I don't... I don't know Nov 30 12:23:53 * MollyK nods, making gentle teasing bites Nov 30 12:25:54 I can definitely see why you like this so much Nov 30 12:26:15 I do... I love it Nov 30 12:26:29 * Morgan nods Nov 30 12:26:39 And displaying the marks I give you? Nov 30 12:27:17 Absolutely. I am yours, and I have no shame in people seeing that Nov 30 12:27:56 * Morgan nods Nov 30 12:28:20 * MollyK sucks deeply, rhythmic draws. Her grinding becomes gentler, softening into him, almost nestling. Nov 30 12:29:42 * Morgan feels like he's relaxing Nov 30 12:31:16 * MollyK takes that moment to then bite him, rubbing her chest to his, immediately changing the tone from relaxing to passionate again Nov 30 12:32:20 * Morgan gasps again Nov 30 12:33:04 * MollyK swaps sides again, biting him quite painfully Nov 30 12:34:20 * Morgan lets out a sound of pain but still lifts his hips against her Nov 30 12:35:05 * MollyK kisses gently to soothe him, then does it again, and again, it's almost frantic now Nov 30 12:37:11 * Morgan swears quietly, bucking his hips Nov 30 12:38:24 * MollyK moans, grinding back and forth against him as she bites increasingly harder Nov 30 12:39:36 * Morgan suddenly grabs her hair, yanking her head to one side as he bites her savagely Nov 30 12:40:21 * MollyK shudders, moaning loudly "oh god!" Nov 30 12:41:25 * Morgan increases the pressure, growling against her skin Nov 30 12:44:12 Yes! Like that! Fuck, that's incredible! *she rocks firmer against him, the friction becoming almost like a thrusting motion. Her hand moves to the side of his neck, thumb lightly circling the teeth marks she has left on him* Nov 30 12:45:05 * Morgan starts sucking on her skin, grinding it between his teeth before letting go and biting just as hard slightly lower Nov 30 12:49:07 * MollyK winces then moans more intensely, tilting her head back, yielding, exposing more of her throat and collarbones to his rough treatment. Nov 30 12:50:11 * Morgan continues moving down her throat to her collarbone, not biting too hard before suddenly biting very hard Nov 30 12:51:34 * MollyK 's stomach tenses against his body. She sounds both pained and intensely aroused "mmm... yes! More, please!" Nov 30 12:51:59 * Morgan moves further along her collarbone, biting her harder Nov 30 12:54:13 * MollyK pushes his fingers firmly against the most tender spot she'd bitten. Her grinding becomes shorter, more staccato, concentrating on the friction for her, not that which would tease him "ouch! Wow! That's so good!" Nov 30 12:54:38 More? Nov 30 12:55:36 * MollyK nods "yes!" Nov 30 12:56:15 * Morgan moves along her collarbone and up her neck on the other side, biting her hard, but quickly, leaving no time for her to adjust to the sensation of each before moving to the next Nov 30 12:58:54 * MollyK moans near continually, breathing becoming deeper but faster. Her movements in his lap becomes more of an erratic bucking against him "mmm! Yes!" Nov 30 12:59:38 * Morgan makes grunting noises, biting her even harder than before, but still quick, sharp bites, before sinking his teeth into her skin and sucking hard Nov 30 13:02:04 * MollyK thrusts her hips urgently against him, desperately. She certainly sounds pained, but also very close "don't stop, please!" Nov 30 13:02:46 * Morgan nods, continuing his ministrations, adding in moments of pulling away slightly while biting her Nov 30 13:05:57 * MollyK suddenly climaxes in his lap, her womanhood ground roughly against the rough fabric of his trousers where his erection strains at them, hitting just the right spot with little hard bucks. She cries out, which he can feel as well as hear Nov 30 13:07:13 * Morgan groans, moving quickly back to her collarbone, biting her hard again Nov 30 13:08:36 * MollyK whimpers intensely on the downswing of the first orgasm before the second hits, grabbing his shoulders and holding on tight, still moving the same way Nov 30 13:09:09 * Morgan slows, leaning back to look at her Nov 30 13:11:17 * MollyK is very marked now, deep red and purple ovals, teeth marks. Her chest and face are flushed, hair dishevelled. Her pupils are so wide the familiar blue is pushed to a narrower ring at the outside Nov 30 13:11:56 I... I want you to wake up... I need to have you Nov 30 13:13:40 * MollyK nods, kissing him gently, and then she's gone, leaving him alone in the brothel with her slick shiny wetness on his trousers Nov 30 13:14:18 * Morgan tries to wake up Nov 30 13:15:17 *he manages it. He's curled up behind her, a protective arm around her* Nov 30 13:15:25 * Morgan whispers Nov 30 13:15:28 Are you awake? Nov 30 13:15:41 Absolutely Nov 30 13:15:57 I... I need to take you... Nov 30 13:16:28 * MollyK nods Nov 30 13:16:40 Have me, however and wherever you wish Nov 30 13:17:40 * Morgan shifts (like when you face away) and shoves himself into her Nov 30 13:19:19 * MollyK is already very ready to be taken, and she arches her back, getting him deeper. She moans at this "Yes... I need this, very much! I need to feel you" Nov 30 13:20:06 * Morgan grunts, winding his fingers into her hair and pulling her head back before taking up a fast, hard pace, clearly searching for his own release Nov 30 13:21:18 Oh god yes, that's good, that's what I want... *she pushes back to him* Nov 30 13:21:49 * Morgan pounds into her mercilessly until he reaches his peak, swelling within her Nov 30 13:22:48 * MollyK moans at this, peaking too, tighter around him Nov 30 13:23:45 * Morgan gasps, whispering 'fuck' before spending himself inside her Nov 30 13:24:31 * MollyK 's climax is long, moaning solidly throughout Nov 30 13:25:24 * Morgan releases a slow breath as he withdraws, letting go of her hair Nov 30 13:26:29 * MollyK makes a long soft "mmmm" sound, just staying where she is Nov 30 13:26:54 * Morgan moves closer, cuddling up behind her Nov 30 13:27:27 * MollyK reaches back, gently stroking his hip, letting her breathing slow Nov 30 13:28:04 I think... were I to take you to a brothel... that would be a bit much Nov 30 13:28:50 Hmm? What do you mean? *she sounds very slow and dazed* Nov 30 13:29:30 The biting... but much... What HeinzHarold and Inga were doing, that... that I could do Nov 30 13:30:30 "Could" because it's within the acceptable behaviours...? Nov 30 13:30:50 spose Nov 30 13:31:12 Or could as in you -would-? Nov 30 13:31:20 maybe Nov 30 13:31:29 Intriguing Nov 30 13:31:42 * Morgan yawns Nov 30 13:31:43 mmm Nov 30 13:32:56 I would be on board with that. Do you need to sleep now? Nov 30 14:18:46 You have something you wish to talk about? Nov 30 14:24:57 No, my love. Let's just rest. Nov 30 14:25:31 * Morgan nods, trying to settle back down Nov 30 14:25:51 How long til dawn? Nov 30 14:25:57 * Morgan thinks about it Nov 30 14:26:01 *it's probably only two hours* Nov 30 14:26:34 Only a couple of hours Nov 30 14:27:18 * MollyK nods, putting her fingers through his "Alright, my love" Nov 30 14:27:54 * Morgan nods, closing his eyes Nov 30 14:29:30 * MollyK sings quietly and he drops. He dreams nothing, only waking in the same position at the chime of the dawn watch an hour later Nov 30 14:29:52 * Morgan climbs out of the bed, pulling his clothes on Nov 30 14:31:30 * MollyK turns over with a sad "Oh" Nov 30 14:31:38 * Morgan nods Nov 30 14:31:42 Time to get up I'm afraid Nov 30 14:32:33 * MollyK sighs, stretching Nov 30 14:32:59 Yes, my Captain... time to go home. Nov 30 14:33:14 * Morgan nods Nov 30 14:33:27 Aye love. Talk to HeinzHarold today please Nov 30 14:33:50 * MollyK pulls the sheets to her Nov 30 14:33:53 I'll try Nov 30 14:35:21 * Morgan nods, kissing her crown Nov 30 14:35:35 I'm going to get some coffee and see how much work is needed before we sail Nov 30 14:36:46 * MollyK nods "I want to spend some time making a list of everything I'll need for my trip to Capperlucia" Nov 30 14:37:12 * Morgan glances at her Nov 30 14:37:13 Our Nov 30 14:37:41 * MollyK watches him, looking hopeful Nov 30 14:37:52 You still want to come with me? Nov 30 14:39:22 * Morgan nods Nov 30 14:39:23 Aye Nov 30 14:40:00 * MollyK sits up, looking excited "really?! You're sure?!" Nov 30 14:40:06 * Morgan nods Nov 30 14:40:39 * MollyK smiles warmly "Oh I am so happy!" Nov 30 14:40:47 * Morgan nods Nov 30 14:40:48 Good Nov 30 14:42:32 Thank you! Nov 30 14:44:21 Make sure you talk to HeinzHarold today. I want the two of you back on better terms Nov 30 14:44:38 * MollyK nods "yes, my love" Nov 30 14:45:41 * Morgan nods, heading off to get coffee before going up on deck Nov 30 14:47:07 * MollyK is now known as HH Nov 30 14:47:34 * HH is up there, sat in the rigging. It's still dark Nov 30 14:48:10 * Morgan whistles quietly before sipping his coffee Nov 30 14:50:10 * HH climbs down Nov 30 14:50:22 Hey man. How was yer night? Nov 30 14:50:28 All good Nov 30 14:51:08 * HH looks suspicious Nov 30 14:51:14 That's not possible Nov 30 14:53:10 I know right Nov 30 14:53:23 How'd ya manage that?! Nov 30 14:53:28 * Morgan shrugs Nov 30 14:53:39 Nice dream, then nothing for the last hour. I'll take it Nov 30 14:54:08 * HH nods "mebbie you'll get lucky and get it again" Nov 30 14:54:59 I doubt it. Such is life. All quiet up here? Nov 30 14:56:17 Yep. Few people on the dock headed t' work, that's it Nov 30 14:56:29 * Morgan nods Nov 30 14:56:34 Not long til we can get under way Nov 30 14:57:30 Yeah, sounds good man. Get on with getting that alcohol unloaded. Got another ship t' name, haven'tcha Nov 30 14:58:58 * Morgan nods Nov 30 14:59:00 Should have by now Nov 30 14:59:43 * HH nods Nov 30 15:00:13 Prob'ly woulda offered t' Captain one if it wasn't for Inga Nov 30 15:00:21 * Morgan nods Nov 30 15:00:34 Two reasons I haven't offered... one, Inga, two, I want you with me Nov 30 15:02:21 Need someone with smarts Nov 30 15:02:34 Aye, so you may as well accompany her Nov 30 15:05:00 * HH laughs Nov 30 15:05:18 * HH glances at the docks Nov 30 15:05:27 Hang on, we're in Ussura... Nov 30 15:05:34 We are Nov 30 15:05:55 We came here t' get cargo, right? Nov 30 15:06:01 We did Nov 30 15:06:42 Not to hit another place on yer list... Nov 30 15:06:55 No, to get cargo Nov 30 15:07:12 * HH nods Nov 30 15:07:49 Best get everyone on deck if y' wanna be gone as soon as we can Nov 30 15:08:07 * Morgan nods, handing him the coffee Nov 30 15:09:31 * HH sips it Nov 30 15:09:46 I'll go make some noise below deck, get the crew ready Nov 30 15:10:10 * HH nods "yeah. All done in th' dock?" Nov 30 15:10:31 * Morgan nods Nov 30 15:10:39 Got our cargo, we're ready Nov 30 15:12:39 * HH nods "aye, Cap'n" Nov 30 15:12:53 * Morgan nods, going below to get the crew ready to sail Nov 30 15:15:21 *the men are soon ready and on deck. They wait for his orders patiently, and are soon set to moving the ship out once visibility makes it safe enough, and once more Morgan's proper first ship is out on the river. The day is crisp and dry. HH goes to take a quick nap. Nov 30 15:16:04 * Morgan gets the ship moving at a decent pace Nov 30 15:17:34 * HH is now known as Zareen Nov 30 15:17:58 * Zareen comes up on deck, looking for him. There's no baby with her Nov 30 15:18:23 Where's Amir? Nov 30 15:18:34 He's with Molly and Sinan Nov 30 15:18:41 * Morgan nods Nov 30 15:18:46 Are you alright? Nov 30 15:22:28 * Zareen nods Nov 30 15:22:47 I thought I should ask what I need to know before meeting my husband today Nov 30 15:24:08 Thats a bit of an open ended question I'm not sure how to answer Nov 30 15:25:37 Does he know you could find me? Nov 30 15:25:47 * Morgan nods Nov 30 15:26:23 He's been roaming the world looking for you, I had him come to Zweibrucke... he knows what I was coming to the Empire for Nov 30 15:27:15 How did you find me? Nov 30 15:27:45 I got wind of you being there... I trust my source. Nov 30 15:27:52 * Zareen nods Nov 30 15:28:00 Does he know about Amir? Nov 30 15:28:36 No, we didn't know until the Sheik mentioned him. I'm not sure how he will respond to that but... I'm not concerned for your, or his, safety Nov 30 15:29:18 * Zareen nods Nov 30 15:29:51 How long have I been married? Nov 30 15:30:11 I'm not entirely sure, but a long time Nov 30 15:32:01 I'm going to go aboard my other ship before you, and will explain the situation, your memory, Amir, before he sees you Nov 30 15:32:19 * Zareen nods Nov 30 15:32:57 I do not have many demands, and I will be a good dutiful wife. All I ask is kindness and a safe home for my son and I Nov 30 15:33:25 I don't see that being an issue, knowing him. Nov 30 15:34:11 * Zareen nods Nov 30 15:34:29 When will we get there? Nov 30 15:34:43 *It's likely to be before lunch* Nov 30 15:34:51 Probably before lunch Nov 30 15:35:25 * Zareen nods Nov 30 15:35:55 Will what I am wearing be alright? *she is still dressed as one of the Sheiks wives, including the veil* Nov 30 15:36:47 You can dispense with the veil for a start... the rest... I don't know the fashion in Capperlucia... Nov 30 15:38:07 * Zareen nods, taking the veil off Nov 30 15:38:35 What about this? *she touches the headscarf* Nov 30 15:39:08 If you're comfortable without it, feel free... the women in Eisen are not required to be so modest... Nov 30 15:40:43 * Zareen takes it off,as well as a clip that keeps it up. Though there's some silver in the top, the lengths are so black that they're almost navy Nov 30 15:41:26 *this gets a few looks from the crew, though the men know better than to annoy their Captain by staring* Nov 30 15:42:19 * Morgan looks at her Nov 30 15:42:24 Suits you Nov 30 15:44:50 * Zareen smiles "thank you. Will there be somewhere to buy more clothes?" Nov 30 15:45:16 I'm sure we can find some, though we will be sailing for Capperlucia fairly soon Nov 30 15:47:44 * Zareen nods "will we have a room on the other ship?" Nov 30 15:47:57 Oh yes. Its bigger than this one Nov 30 15:48:25 * Zareen nods "thank you for your time, I will let you sail now" Nov 30 15:49:06 I know this is... a challenge for you... Nov 30 15:50:04 It's similar to when I was taken to the town and then the palace. I do not really know what things will be like Nov 30 15:50:32 * Morgan nods Nov 30 15:50:39 I will make it as easy as I can for you Nov 30 15:52:31 * Zareen nods "Thank you. Molly seems much happier this morning, whatever you did, it is obviously working" Nov 30 15:53:25 I talked with her. Assured her of my love for her. Nov 30 15:55:14 * Zareen smiles "how lucky she is!" Nov 30 15:55:32 Lucky? Nov 30 15:57:29 The Sheik doesn't speak of love Nov 30 15:57:56 * Morgan nods Nov 30 15:58:11 If it helps in any way, Xsarlac quite clearly loves you Nov 30 15:58:56 * Zareen smiles Nov 30 15:59:10 It will be strange to meet a stranger who loves me already Nov 30 15:59:16 * Morgan nods Nov 30 15:59:52 No doubt. I'd like you to stay below as we dock until I have spoken to him. If he catches sight of you before I've done so, he'll be so distracted he won't hear a word of what I say Nov 30 16:00:36 * Zareen nods Nov 30 16:00:40 I will do that Nov 30 16:00:56 Thank you Nov 30 16:02:16 * Zareen goes, and when they are into the last hour Molly joins him. She has the scarf on again, and her cloak. She looks around as she comes to stand near him Nov 30 16:02:20 * Zareen is now known as Molly Nov 30 16:02:35 Good morning Nov 30 16:02:40 So far... Nov 30 16:02:49 * Molly glances at him Nov 30 16:03:00 You are expecting it will not be? Nov 30 16:05:56 I don't know how Sigfried will respond to Amir... I want you to stay with her below deck as we dock until I've spoken to him Nov 30 16:06:34 * Molly nods "yes, my love" Nov 30 16:07:21 Surely he will be so pleased to have her back that he can accept a child too? Nov 30 16:09:29 Probably, once he has settled to the idea... it means, however, that another man has had his hands on her... Nov 30 16:10:26 * Molly nods Nov 30 16:10:32 It does Nov 30 16:12:07 H&ggggg Nov 30 16:12:57 I know it keeps you from her for a little longer but, I feel it is necessary Nov 30 16:13:16 From Inga? Nov 30 16:14:11 The Rose Nov 30 16:14:20 * Molly nods Nov 30 16:14:42 I want to check the mirrors to see how everyone is, and to see Varick Nov 30 16:17:52 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:17:54 Me too Nov 30 16:18:04 * Molly looks around Nov 30 16:18:28 I just want to put almost all of this awful trip behind us Nov 30 16:18:55 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:19:15 Are you sure you do not wish to go to a salon to have your hair tidied? Nov 30 16:20:18 Inga can do it Nov 30 16:20:27 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:20:29 Alright love Nov 30 16:20:58 In time it will grow back to its full glory, I'm sure. We just need to be patient Nov 30 16:21:22 Its long enough for me to get a decent grip... and it is rather... cute... Nov 30 16:21:34 * Molly blushes, smiling Nov 30 16:21:39 I noticed the former Nov 30 16:22:50 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:22:54 It was not too much? Nov 30 16:23:47 * Molly shakes her head Nov 30 16:24:09 No... both the dream and then the conclusion was wonderful Nov 30 16:24:19 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:24:21 good Nov 30 16:24:47 And for you? I wondered that I did not really do much at all once we were awake Nov 30 16:25:05 No, it was perfect, exactly what I needed right then Nov 30 16:25:42 * Molly smiles "it is intriguing, the variety of ways in which you like to be intimate" Nov 30 16:26:34 Still comes as something of a surprise to me, too Nov 30 16:26:57 * Molly nods Nov 30 16:27:11 As long as you enjoy it, that is what matters Nov 30 16:27:19 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:27:21 Definitely Nov 30 16:27:50 Good. How did you sleep apart from that? Nov 30 16:28:14 soundly. Only an hour, but well Nov 30 16:28:25 How strange Nov 30 16:28:31 * Morgan nods, scratching his nose Nov 30 16:28:34 We leave tomorrow? Nov 30 16:28:53 We could perhaps go tonight? Nov 30 16:29:38 Wouldn't get far... I want to get Zareen to a store to get some clothes, I need to see Witts, name the new ship... Nov 30 16:29:46 * Molly nods Nov 30 16:30:19 Tomorrow then, though it is Sunday, so you might need to bribe a shop keeper to open Nov 30 16:31:10 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:31:42 Pull on the heartstrings a bit too... I'm thinking of asking Sigfried to reimburse us for the guides... Nov 30 16:33:02 * Molly nods "That is wise, my love. Yes, we will just sail tomorrow, one more night in dock won't hurt" Nov 30 16:33:46 I'm sure I can get it all done, except... Sigfried and Zareen will want some time to talk before getting new clothes Nov 30 16:36:35 * Molly nods Nov 30 16:37:08 I will take her measurements, go to pick some things, and then as long as she has enough we can manage to Capperlucia Nov 30 16:37:16 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:37:18 Alright love Nov 30 16:37:23 * Molly smiles Nov 30 16:37:35 That will help out nicely, won't it? Nov 30 16:38:03 Yes, it will. Have you spoken with HeinzHarold? Nov 30 16:38:18 No, he's been asleep Nov 30 16:38:38 Think its time he woke up, we dock in less than an hour Nov 30 16:38:45 * Molly nods Nov 30 16:38:58 Would you have me go and talk to him now? Nov 30 16:39:09 please Nov 30 16:39:16 * Molly nods Nov 30 16:39:24 Alright, liebling Nov 30 16:39:46 Thank you blossom Nov 30 16:41:05 * Molly nods, going below Nov 30 16:41:57 *they're getting quite close when HH appears twenty minutes later, not far from the dock of Zweibrucke with its difficult walls Nov 30 16:42:02 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 30 16:42:19 Sorry Cap'n, musta been more tired than I though Nov 30 16:42:31 You talk to Molly? Nov 30 16:43:51 Yeah Nov 30 16:44:36 You good? Nov 30 16:44:54 Yeah, we are Nov 30 16:45:07 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:45:12 Got a task for you when we dock Nov 30 16:45:30 Y' won't be th' only one! Whatsat? Nov 30 16:46:14 Go find Witts, tell him I'll want to see him in a while and get him to work on selling the cargo. Once he's on the case, you're relieved. Nov 30 16:46:57 * HH nods Nov 30 16:47:06 Aye, Cap'n Nov 30 16:49:03 * Morgan nods, calling out instructions to slow the ship and bring her into port Nov 30 16:50:38 * HH works with him for this, careful not to scrub the walls. But soon they are home safe, the maiden voyage of the Star complete, and in the docks his girls wait for him, the Rose, the Lusty Wench, and the waiting-to-be-named Storm Dancer Nov 30 16:52:37 * Morgan waits until she is properly moored before calling to Koen Nov 30 16:53:46 *Koen comes to Morgan* Captain? Nov 30 16:54:27 Two things... one, I want you to deal with the docking permits while HeinzHarold deals with Witts and unloading the cargo. Second, assemble the crew, I want to address them Nov 30 16:56:26 *Koen nods. Sinan comes up on deck* Nov 30 16:56:30 * HH is now known as Sinan Nov 30 16:56:42 My Lord. Do you need me? Nov 30 16:57:09 At some point today, I would like to have my new ship named. Would you pass that on to someone to arrange? Nov 30 16:57:16 * Sinan nods Nov 30 16:57:22 I will see to it Nov 30 16:57:27 You have the gift for your wife? Nov 30 16:57:45 I do, thank you. She will be very pleased with it Nov 30 16:58:26 Please pass on my heartfelt thanks, we couldn't have done it without you. You have my deepest gratitude Nov 30 16:59:02 * Sinan inclines his head "It was worth it to bring the lady and child back with us safely" Nov 30 16:59:32 You're a good man... Go see your wife. Nov 30 17:00:21 * Sinan bows, going down the gangplank. HH goes too. It takes about five minutes for Koen to assemble the crew Nov 30 17:00:28 * Sinan is now known as Koen Nov 30 17:00:40 * Koen calls them to attention by Morgan Nov 30 17:00:57 * Morgan looks them over, smiling Nov 30 17:03:17 Gentlemen, we've worked together before but this... this was different for me. This is what I've wanted since before I joined the navy, and I thank you for your hard work. What I would like is, when you are able, give any feedback to Koen or Captain Sorgenheim... I'm not foolish enough to think I did everything right, and I want to know what can be improved. Will you do that? Nov 30 17:03:43 *they chorus "yes Captain" Nov 30 17:05:01 Alright, lets get the ship secured for her next crew, and be prepared to get the cargo unloaded. You all know what you're doing, lets go to it Nov 30 17:05:34 *they applaud him* Nov 30 17:05:52 * Morgan grins, turning to Koen Nov 30 17:06:20 * Koen is also clapping with the others Nov 30 17:06:29 Wasn't expecting -that- response. Alright, the ship is yours Koen, I need to go start working on the next problem. Nov 30 17:06:53 * Koen nods "Yes, my Lord. What about the ladies?" Nov 30 17:07:32 They're going to give me a little time to speak to Xsarlac, prepare him. Nov 30 17:07:39 * Koen nods Nov 30 17:07:49 Will you be back for them? Nov 30 17:08:03 I'll send someone from the Rose Nov 30 17:08:23 He's been looking for her for years, I want to keep him... realistic in his expectations Nov 30 17:08:37 * Koen nods "yes, my Lord" Nov 30 17:09:17 * Morgan offers his hand Nov 30 17:10:18 * Koen shakes it, smiling Nov 30 17:11:13 * Morgan inclines his head before walking down the gangplank, heading directly for the Rose Nov 30 17:12:39 *The gang plank is down, and everything looks in good order. Claudia is on deck, waiting for him Nov 30 17:12:44 * Koen is now known as Claudia Nov 30 17:12:52 * Morgan looks her over Nov 30 17:12:53 hey Nov 30 17:13:22 You made good time *she smiles. She looks more relaxed than when he left* Nov 30 17:13:44 * Morgan nods Nov 30 17:13:49 She's fast. You good? Nov 30 17:14:38 * Claudia nods Nov 30 17:14:42 Yep, you? Nov 30 17:15:13 Never going to that fucking place again, unless its to rain hell on a certain town. But 'm ok. Nov 30 17:15:55 * Claudia looks intrigued "bit busy for a long story?" Nov 30 17:16:02 * Morgan nods Nov 30 17:16:11 Need to speak to Sigfried. He give you any trouble? Nov 30 17:16:48 Not as much as I hoped. I only had two swear at him twice and didn't have to hit him at all" Nov 30 17:17:35 Disappointing for you. Would you have him and some coffee and scotch sent to my office? Nov 30 17:17:58 Uh oh. Sounds bad. Nov 30 17:18:12 No, just... complicated. Nov 30 17:18:25 * Claudia nods, going below Nov 30 17:19:08 * Morgan wanders over to the mast, putting his hand on it for a moment before heading quickly down to his rooms, sitting behind his desk Nov 30 17:20:02 * Claudia is now known as Varick Nov 30 17:20:19 * Varick comes running from his room "Papa!" Nov 30 17:20:29 * Morgan lifts him up, hugging him tightly Nov 30 17:20:42 Hey now my young man, how I've missed you Nov 30 17:21:08 * Varick hugs him "I missed you. We went to Picante, and I played with children here. Where's Mama?" Nov 30 17:21:39 *Inga follows from the boy's room, seeing Morgan and looking around excitedly* Nov 30 17:22:18 Oh excellent... Inga.... *he moves, hugging her with one arm* HeinzHarold is just finishing off a task, then he'll be here Nov 30 17:23:14 *Inga smiles, hugging him too* I thought he'd be away one more night Nov 30 17:23:45 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 30 17:23:52 We made good time... *he looks at Varick Nov 30 17:24:13 Mama is on the Star, looking after someone... she'll be back in a little while once I've spoken to Sigfried Nov 30 17:24:50 *He smiles* I want to tell her about the children, I missed Mama too Nov 30 17:24:56 * Morgan nods Nov 30 17:25:26 She's missed you... she's had her hair cut, but it needs a little tidy, so lets not make her feel self conscious about it, alright? Nov 30 17:25:45 * Varick shrugs "Okay Papa" Nov 30 17:25:53 Good lad Nov 30 17:26:14 *Inga watches Morgan a moment* I'll take him to the ballroom to play, shall I? Nov 30 17:26:26 * Morgan smiles Nov 30 17:26:43 Please. I'll try to make it quick Nov 30 17:27:53 *Inga nods, and Varick follows her out of the room. Claudia brings the tray just after they're gone, and Siegfried comes in just after. He looks on edge* Nov 30 17:27:59 * Varick is now known as Siegfried Nov 30 17:28:03 Is she alive? Nov 30 17:28:20 * Morgan nods, pointing to the chair, pushing coffee and scotch towards him Nov 30 17:28:38 * Siegfried sits down, but doesn't touch them Nov 30 17:28:47 Did you bring her back? Nov 30 17:28:55 * Morgan nods Nov 30 17:29:14 There's a few... complications I want to make you aware of before we bring her aboard Nov 30 17:30:11 * Siegfried sags in his seat with relief, saying nothing for a long few moments as the reality of half a decade of searching for her being over sinks in Nov 30 17:30:26 * Morgan waits, sipping his coffee as he watches him Nov 30 17:31:02 * Siegfried takes a deep slow breath "Thank you, Morgan" Nov 30 17:31:26 * Morgan shrugs Nov 30 17:31:29 You'd do the same for me Nov 30 17:31:37 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 17:31:42 I would Nov 30 17:32:16 * Morgan sips his coffee before nodding at the scotch Nov 30 17:32:33 You want the hardest bit to accept first, or last? Nov 30 17:32:35 * Siegfried drinks a little of it Nov 30 17:32:41 First Nov 30 17:32:47 * Morgan nods Nov 30 17:33:11 There is a child. Nov 30 17:33:30 * Siegfried drinks some more, nodding slowly Nov 30 17:33:48 And you've had to leave them behind? Nov 30 17:34:01 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 30 17:34:09 No. He is here as well. Nov 30 17:34:35 Alright. How old is he? Nov 30 17:34:45 A few months. Nov 30 17:34:57 * Siegfried nods, looking serious Nov 30 17:35:12 Alright Nov 30 17:35:59 She remembers nothing further back than four or five years. She was bought as a gift for some local... king, I suppose. Nov 30 17:36:20 * Siegfried looks a little surprised Nov 30 17:36:38 She doesn't know anything about who she is then? Nov 30 17:36:45 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 30 17:37:10 I've told her you are her husband, and that we are taking her home but... no more. I didn't want her overwhelmed in the middle of the desert Nov 30 17:37:19 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 17:37:33 Alright Nov 30 17:38:00 We're going to try to fix that but... I can't guarantee it. Nov 30 17:38:16 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 17:39:14 She is not the same woman I am married to Nov 30 17:40:56 No. The culture in the Empire is such that she was sold to me... she has said she will be dutiful and asks for only kindness and safety. I don't know if her personality has changed, so this will be a learning process for both of you. I can tell you, however, she lights up at the mention of love. Nov 30 17:41:36 * Siegfried laughs Nov 30 17:42:30 If no man died during the process of trying to sell or buy a -woman-, her personality has changed Nov 30 17:43:00 Remember, she knows no different now. Nov 30 17:43:24 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 17:43:52 But you might be able to fix that? Nov 30 17:44:34 Maybe. We just don't know. You need to prepare for that not changing. Perhaps, with time and nurturing, she will stop seeing it as normal. Nov 30 17:46:08 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 17:46:11 Alright Nov 30 18:47:19 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 30 19:02:40 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Nov 30 19:03:33 * Siegfried drinks the scotch down before moving on to the coffee, taking stock Nov 30 19:04:55 Did you buy my son too? Nov 30 19:05:50 He was part of the price paid, yes Nov 30 19:05:58 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 19:06:06 How much? Nov 30 19:06:33 It nearly cost my marriage... but... it cost Molly most of her hair Nov 30 19:11:20 Why? Nov 30 19:14:44 Some local superstition. He wanted a year with Molly, to have her bear him a child Nov 30 19:17:39 * Siegfried nods seriously "Betuana would have killed him for that. Fathering a child is a great privilege in our culture, and the process to be accepted is long and difficult" Nov 30 19:18:41 I think on our journey, I would like to know more about that, but now isn't the time... Since she had no memory, she goes by the name Zareen now... perhaps she will accept being called Betuana again, but I simply do not know Nov 30 19:19:06 I will call her any name she wishes Nov 30 19:19:18 * Morgan nods Nov 30 19:19:28 Is there anything else you wish to know before I have her brought over? Nov 30 19:19:46 Has she been harmed? Nov 30 19:21:05 Not so far as I can tell. She seems alright within herself, for someone who's been taken from the only place they know.... She says she was not mistreated. I've not really given her any information about your society or culture either... Nov 30 19:21:21 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 19:23:22 We've got time on the sail. If she is never Betuana again, our daughter will become the queen Nov 30 19:23:39 * Morgan nods Nov 30 19:23:46 I'm sorry it is not better news Nov 30 19:24:27 There's no bad news on a day when my wife is safe and alive, Morgan. Nov 30 19:25:02 * Morgan nods Nov 30 19:26:18 Alright then... anything else? Nov 30 19:26:55 * Siegfried shakes him head Nov 30 19:27:14 Nothing more than how much I owe you Nov 30 19:28:30 All I'm asking is the cost of the guides to get us there, and a word of support when it comes to our trade negotiations, if you believe it will benefit your people Nov 30 19:28:47 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 19:29:11 I was already going to do that. How much for your guides? Nov 30 19:29:48 I'm afraid they, the camels and tents were seventy guilders Nov 30 19:30:06 Is that all? And the other men who came with you? Nov 30 19:31:44 The crew were my own, so they get paid anyway, HeinzHarold is my best friend and Sinan, he's a good man who saw the honour in our cause. I got their wives a little gift to say thanks Nov 30 19:31:56 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 19:32:14 I want to show them my gratitude Nov 30 19:33:42 That is your perogative. We will sail in the morning I think... I also think that Zareen and Amir should have their own room for the time being... Nov 30 19:35:09 I've already sorted that with the Captain. When she is ready to share a bed, I'm sure she'd let me know Nov 30 19:35:32 * Morgan nods Nov 30 19:35:34 Ready? Nov 30 19:35:43 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 19:35:51 I am Nov 30 19:36:13 * Morgan nods, going to the door, calling for a crewman to fetch Molly from the Star Nov 30 19:37:08 * Siegfried drinks some more coffee "I'll be glad to not wear this damned dress anymore p" Nov 30 19:37:47 I've always wondered -why- you wore it Nov 30 19:38:35 [I've sent someone for you. We are in my study] Nov 30 19:39:04 No one wants to be preached at, so they avoid you. And they assume you couldn't be dangerous or up to no good Nov 30 19:40:17 Oh thats good Nov 30 19:42:15 * Siegfried nods "it's been all I've worn for years. It does keep the heat in, this place is freezing" Nov 30 19:44:17 I'm going to cook in Capperlucia, aren't I Nov 30 19:45:48 If you dress like this, yes Nov 30 19:46:55 This weather is fairly normal for me... I'm not good at heat Nov 30 19:47:43 It's a dry heat Nov 30 19:48:36 * Morgan shrugs Nov 30 19:49:53 I should warn you... the Empire are very against magic... that is something she is best eased into gently Nov 30 19:50:35 Magic is very common in Capperlucia Nov 30 19:50:48 * Morgan nods Nov 30 19:50:56 Something to help her adjust to over the next few weeks Nov 30 19:51:02 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 19:52:06 [should I bring Amir too?] Nov 30 19:52:18 [Yes] Nov 30 19:53:32 [we'll be five minutes] Nov 30 19:53:41 They'll be a few minutes... Nov 30 19:54:27 * Siegfried nods "I'll bring the money once we're done. Does she need anything?" Nov 30 19:54:59 We're going to send for some clothes.... Hers are currently what she brought with her from the Empire Nov 30 19:56:16 I will pay for that. My son has nappy cloths, blankets, toys? Nov 30 19:56:33 Could do with a few more I think... we travelled light Nov 30 19:56:57 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 19:57:13 Anything you want to ask me? Nov 30 19:57:27 Why didn't you give up? Nov 30 20:00:56 Love. It's as simple as that. When you love a woman, there's no giving up. Nov 30 20:01:04 * Morgan nods Nov 30 20:01:07 Thats what I thought Nov 30 20:04:28 I would never have stopped Nov 30 20:05:32 How you feeling about not having to search anymore? Nov 30 20:06:12 Relieved. It's tiring Nov 30 20:08:54 * Morgan nods Nov 30 20:09:04 I'm afraid you've got a different sort of effort ahead of you now Nov 30 20:09:25 * Siegfried shrugs Nov 30 20:10:20 She is alive and safe. Whatever happens next, the only thing that matters is that. Nov 30 20:10:37 I don't suppose you speak Thean? Nov 30 20:12:20 I do, it's a language we know in Capperlucia. Religious missionaries have found the islands many times over the centuries Nov 30 20:17:09 Good... as far as I can tell, its the only one she knows Nov 30 20:18:34 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 20:18:57 What is my son's name? Nov 30 20:19:13 Amir Nov 30 20:21:18 * Siegfried nods Nov 30 20:21:29 In Capperlucia, it means Little Prince Nov 30 20:21:39 apt Nov 30 20:21:57 * Siegfried nods. There's a knock on the door Nov 30 20:22:19 Come Nov 30 20:31:12 * Siegfried is now known as Molly Nov 30 20:32:52 * Molly comes in, carrying the baby on her hip Nov 30 20:33:40 Xsarlac... this is Amir Nov 30 20:38:13 *Xsarlac nods, smiling. Molly moves out of the way, and Zareen comes in. There's been some tweaking because her very loose gown has been cinched in with a belt, and her hair has been partly braided, make up done. She smiles, coming forward Nov 30 20:38:49 * Molly watches Morgan a moment, coming to stand beside him Nov 30 20:39:12 Zareen... this is Xsarlac... he is your husband... Nov 30 20:39:32 * Morgan leans over, tickling the baby's tummy briefly Nov 30 20:40:49 *Xsarlac looks like a man who has come to the end of a very long road to find a paradise at the end of it* Nov 30 20:41:22 *Amir makes a laughing noise* Nov 30 20:42:26 Z: *she walks to Xsarlac* Hello, I am sorry, I don't really remember being married to you Nov 30 20:43:36 *He takes her hand, bowing over it* I am your servant, my lady. I will do my best to make you happy Nov 30 20:43:56 * Molly whispers to Morgan "I need to learn Thean" Nov 30 20:49:02 * Morgan nods Nov 30 20:49:13 Yes, you do. I'll try to teach you Nov 30 20:50:21 * Molly nods, watching them. They're still holding hands Nov 30 20:51:32 Z: I don't ask much to be happy. I just want to be where I belong Nov 30 20:52:03 [He's already started referring to Amir as his son] Nov 30 20:52:09 X: You will be. There are so many people who have missed you. Nov 30 20:52:27 [that's so nice] Nov 30 20:53:05 * Morgan nods slightly Nov 30 20:53:12 Z: Do we have children? I had the marks on my stomach before Amir Nov 30 20:53:42 * Morgan clears his throat Nov 30 20:53:51 Sit, please... be comfortable Nov 30 20:54:15 X: *he nods, leading her to the couch* Four daughters, one son... two now. Nov 30 20:56:42 *Zareen sits down beside him. It's not awkward, and their micro expressions and body language show a familiarity that they cannot logically have* z: That's quite a few Nov 30 20:58:51 X: it is. They have missed you. *he makes eye contact with her* I've missed you too Nov 30 20:59:24 Z: *she smiles* I would have missed you if I had remembered you Nov 30 20:59:55 [is it just me... or is she more... relaxed, familiar with him than she really should be with a stranger...] Nov 30 21:00:48 * Molly smiles, lifting the baby up and making faces at him [absolutely. Maybe our souls know each other even when our eyes don't] Nov 30 21:01:12 * Morgan nods slightly, sipping his scotch Nov 30 21:03:08 [Are you alright? Do you need to be alone?] Nov 30 21:03:57 [No, I'm good. Just... watching this pair. Varick is desperate to see us] Nov 30 21:05:53 * Molly talks to the baby, smiling "Now there is someone who is going to absolutely love you! Oh yes he is!" *the baby smiles* Nov 30 21:06:25 [I think they seem to be doing well enough] Nov 30 21:06:57 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 30 21:07:17 Will you excuse us? Our son is looking forward to seeing us properly Nov 30 21:07:20 * Morgan stands up Nov 30 21:09:23 * Molly takes the baby to Zareen, handing him over. Xsarlac is immediately talking about how much he looks like their other son, despite the fact he does favour the Sheik quite a bit Nov 30 21:13:58 * Morgan ushers Molly out, before heading for the ballroom Nov 30 21:15:14 * Molly catches his hand, smiling "it's going well!" Nov 30 21:16:25 So far, yes Nov 30 21:16:50 Aren't you pleased? I'm elated! Nov 30 21:17:55 Its going to be a tough journey for them, thats all... Nov 30 21:18:11 * Molly nods Nov 30 21:18:29 Sometimes it can be tough and still so, so worth it. Nov 30 21:19:09 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:19:10 Indeed Nov 30 21:19:32 He's so cute, liebes herz! Nov 30 21:20:14 Amir? Nov 30 21:20:29 Yes Nov 30 21:20:37 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:20:41 Aye he is Nov 30 21:22:55 * Molly smiles, opening the ballroom door to the cry of "Mama!" Nov 30 21:29:34 * Molly goes in, picking him up and holding him tightly "I am so very glad to see you Varick!" Nov 30 21:31:04 * Morgan closes the door behind them Nov 30 21:31:46 V: Mama, you're squeezing me! Nov 30 21:32:08 Sorry Mauschen *she lets him down* Nov 30 21:32:50 *Inga comes to hug Molly, whispering something to her. Molly whispers back* Nov 30 21:32:54 * Molly is now known as Varick Nov 30 21:33:18 Did you find Xsarlac's wife? Nov 30 21:33:24 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:33:32 Yes, we did... she doesn't remember though Nov 30 21:34:48 It's sad when you forget people you love Nov 30 21:35:23 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:35:28 Maybe she'll remember eventually Nov 30 21:37:19 * Varick nods, hugging Morgan Nov 30 21:37:26 Will you play now? Nov 30 21:38:01 For a little bit... I've still got things I need to do so we can sail tomorrow... *he plonks himself down on the floor* I was wondering if you'd like to name Stormdancer later... Nov 30 21:38:49 Can I? Nov 30 21:39:15 * Varick takes a handful of marbles from his pocket Nov 30 21:40:09 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:40:18 You chose the name, I think its only fair you get to name her Nov 30 21:41:26 * Varick hands him some. Meanwhile he can see Molly quietly talking with Inga. She undoes the scarf and turns around. Inga says "oh no! Oh Molly!" Nov 30 21:42:36 * Morgan rolls the first marble Nov 30 21:43:12 * Varick doesn't hear the women, playing the game Nov 30 21:43:36 M: I know! Nov 30 21:44:07 I: it's so short! Nov 30 21:44:50 *Molly stands, eyes on the floor whilst Inga fiddles with her hair* Nov 30 21:45:20 * Morgan flicks another one, glancing up at Molly and Inga Nov 30 21:45:59 *Molly says quietly, looking pained* it's worth it... it's worth it. Nov 30 21:46:38 I: *she rubs Molly's shoulder* At least it's curly. We can work with that Nov 30 21:47:53 *Molly nods* It'll have grown some by the time we go to court again Nov 30 21:49:04 * Varick wins the first round whilst Molly is putting her hair under the scarf again "Liebes herz, I need to go to a merchant. Shall I go now, before I go to church? Nov 30 21:49:59 If you wish to my darling... I'll take Varick to see Witts, unless you want my company Nov 30 21:51:57 M: I'll be fine. I'll light some candles? Nov 30 21:53:11 If... you wish to... Nov 30 21:53:55 *Molly smiles* I will then Nov 30 21:54:09 *HH pushes the door open* Here comes th' hero of the day, back from his quest rescuin' th' queen from the barbarians! Nov 30 21:55:34 *Inga squeals, throwing herself into his arms. HH chuckles* Steady on, lil darlin', innocent eyes are watchin'! Nov 30 21:56:15 * Morgan smiles, flicking another marble Nov 30 21:56:27 [You are sure you're happy to go alone?] Nov 30 21:56:40 [I am fine, my love] Nov 30 21:57:22 HH puts an arm round Inga's shoulder: y' need us? I was gonna go tell Inga all about the camels Nov 30 21:58:03 Where'll I find Witts? Nov 30 21:58:30 *HH gives an address and directions* Nov 30 21:58:56 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:59:00 Clear off then Nov 30 21:59:34 *Inga mouths Thank you to Morgan as they go* Nov 30 21:59:50 Inga has missed Heinzharold Nov 30 22:00:19 * Morgan nods Nov 30 22:00:30 I'm not surprised. They love eachother very much don't they Nov 30 22:00:58 * Varick nods Nov 30 22:01:25 M: *she kisses each of their crowns* I'm going to get my cloak and go Nov 30 22:02:17 * Morgan nods Nov 30 22:02:22 Be careful my love. Nov 30 22:03:02 M: Always Nov 30 22:03:13 * Varick goes Nov 30 22:03:21 *molly Nov 30 22:03:33 * Varick wins the game Nov 30 22:04:00 Why are we going to see Witts, Papa? Nov 30 22:04:18 Because, he helps run my fleet and I need to give him some instructions Nov 30 22:04:27 So... lets get our coats shall we? Nov 30 22:05:09 * Varick nods, heading to their suite when he hears Amir laugh Nov 30 22:05:31 * Varick stops, looking at Morgan "Papa! That sounds like a baby!" Nov 30 22:06:38 Yes, it is... Nov 30 22:07:41 Mama had a baby in the Empire!! Nov 30 22:08:54 No no no.... its Zareens babyy Nov 30 22:09:19 Oh,can I see the baby? Nov 30 22:11:28 * Morgan knocks quietly on the door Nov 30 22:11:43 X: Come in Nov 30 22:12:28 * Morgan pushes the door open, letting Varick in first Nov 30 22:13:37 Just need to grab our coats and young Varick was wondering if he could meet Amir Nov 30 22:13:52 * Varick comes in. He's spent several days with Xsarlac now, so he isn't very shy about going over to kneel in front of him to looks at the baby Nov 30 22:14:29 X: Varick, this is Amir, my son Nov 30 22:15:57 * Morgan goes into the other room, collecting their coats and coming back out Nov 30 22:16:04 * Varick looks at the baby, smiling whilst touching his little hand "Hi Amir... you're cute! Papa, look how cute he is!" Nov 30 22:16:21 * Morgan nods Nov 30 22:16:23 He certainly is Nov 30 22:17:26 *the baby tries to chew on Varick's finger, making the boy laugh* hey! I need that! *this makes the baby laugh too* Nov 30 22:19:19 * Morgan looks at Sigfried Nov 30 22:19:27 How're you getting on? Nov 30 22:19:44 S: *he smiles* well Nov 30 22:19:48 *Zareen smiles, looking to Morgan* This is your son? He favours you, and Molly a little Nov 30 22:20:55 He is our son, but not by birth... we adopted him Nov 30 22:21:22 Z: Are you distantly related? Nov 30 22:22:13 * Varick nods "we're all sort of cousins" Nov 30 22:22:17 Very -very- distantly Nov 30 22:22:36 *she nods* Nov 30 22:23:14 * Varick kisses the baby on the head when he stands "I'll come back soon, I promise" Nov 30 22:23:57 *Amir babbles. Varick sighs "Oh Papa, I wish Mama would have a baby already!" Nov 30 22:24:40 I know Varick, I know... come on now, we've got things to get done *he looks at Sigfried then Zareen Nov 30 22:24:51 You know where everything is if you need food or drink Nov 30 22:25:12 *Xsarlac nods* We'll be fine, thanks Nov 30 22:28:03 * Morgan nods, leading Varick out before shutting the door Nov 30 22:28:40 * Varick smiles "I want a baby so bad, Papa!" Nov 30 22:28:55 I know son, me too Nov 30 22:29:24 Is Amir staying with us to Capperlucia? Nov 30 22:30:23 * Morgan nods Nov 30 22:30:33 He's Zareen and Xsarlacs son, so yes... Nov 30 22:32:54 We get a baby for six whole weeks! Nov 30 22:33:45 Steady on now, they've got a lot of bonding to do Nov 30 22:33:54 * Morgan helps Varick put his coat on before donning his own Nov 30 22:34:43 But we can help by looking after the baby, Papa! Nov 30 22:35:17 Yes, we can Nov 30 22:36:45 * Varick looks excited "if we go quick we can come back and play" Nov 30 22:37:14 We've got some things to do yet, but we'll have plenty of time to play in the next few weeks Nov 30 22:37:36 Then I can practice having a baby for when Mama has a baby Nov 30 22:39:20 * Morgan nods Nov 30 22:39:25 If they want our help, yes... Nov 30 22:40:14 I like him. He's not like the bad monks on the road Nov 30 22:41:21 He's not really a monk... its a disguise Nov 30 22:42:26 Oh, okay. *he walks along the corridor. Morgan can faintly here the laughter of lovers from HH's nearby room* Nov 30 22:44:13 So, we need to go see Witts, talk about a few things then... we'll go see if the new ship is ready... Nov 30 22:44:48 * Varick nods, going up the stairs Nov 30 22:45:22 When do you think Mama will have a baby? Nov 30 22:45:42 Not for a while I'm afraid Nov 30 22:46:14 *he sighs* Okay, Papa. But I really do want one Nov 30 22:47:37 I know... so do I, so does mama Nov 30 22:50:29 * Varick nods. He walks nicely to where HH said Witts would be Nov 30 22:50:35 * Varick is now known as Witts Nov 30 22:50:50 Just the man I was looking for Nov 30 22:51:15 * Witts inclines his head "My Lords" Nov 30 22:52:07 HeinzHarold apprised you of the cargo? Nov 30 22:52:45 He did Nov 30 22:53:22 I'm told the vodka will sell for thirty a barrel, kvass thirty five... we'll be invoiced for it... Nov 30 22:55:07 * Witts nods Nov 30 22:55:17 I'll see if I can get higher Nov 30 22:55:22 * Morgan nods Nov 30 22:56:15 We're paying twenty five and thirty respectively... we'll get it for cheaper next time if we pay up front... if we do that, along with ale from DeeDee's family, that could be a worthwhile route... Nov 30 22:56:45 * Witts nods "You can leave that with me, which ship?" Nov 30 22:57:53 The wench, maybe? I think Stormdancer will be best suited to Capperlucia in counterpoint to the Rose when thats set up... Nov 30 22:58:01 * Witts nods Nov 30 22:58:07 That sounds reasonable Nov 30 22:59:24 I hadn't intended to bring back cargo but we had to stop overnight anyway so... there's a good deal of unrest in southern Ussura. Nov 30 22:59:46 * Witts nods Nov 30 23:00:19 I've heard rumours about it, I'm written to Edward in case it spills over the mountains Nov 30 23:00:53 * Morgan nods Nov 30 23:01:10 Something to be aware of... you have the proposals for investors? Nov 30 23:01:24 * Witts nods, handing them over Nov 30 23:05:12 *they're very neat and through. Taking more investments means lower profits in the short term but greater ones down the line. There's costings too, focusing on single digit ownership stakes with higher percentage of profits, versus a ten percent per investor for 3, or 15 percent each for two but lower cuts Nov 30 23:06:31 These are very good Witts... a thought occurred after we spoke... I imagine my brother and father would consider investing, and my cousin perhaps... Nov 30 23:10:14 * Witts nods Nov 30 23:10:29 Wise to keep it in the family Nov 30 23:10:51 * Morgan nods Nov 30 23:12:39 I'll look these over tonight, we'll discuss it before we sail tomorrow morning Nov 30 23:16:13 * Witts nods Nov 30 23:17:26 Sinan said two o'clock for the naming Nov 30 23:18:20 Excellent. Anything you need from me? Nov 30 23:23:08 No, my Lord, it is all going well. I'll have some men at the Star in ten minutes. The Rose is already stocked up with cargo to trade in Capperlucia and provisions to Jura Nov 30 23:24:06 Fantastic. You will get in touch with Holzheim to sort out the contracts he wants us to assist with? Nov 30 23:25:14 I've already written Nov 30 23:25:58 * Morgan nods Nov 30 23:27:23 I get the impression we have a good chance of establishing proper trade with Capperlucia... once the new ship and the Rose are sailing that regularly, it'll leave the Wench, the Star and the -next- ship available. Nov 30 23:29:15 * Witts nods Nov 30 23:30:06 There's plenty of money to be made in shipping Nov 30 23:31:19 I'm glad to hear that, given the amount I've spent on it Nov 30 23:34:49 * Witts nods Nov 30 23:35:29 You'll be going to Avalon on the way back, and docking in Freiburg? Nov 30 23:36:02 * Morgan nods Nov 30 23:36:10 Then heading to Hafenlohr Nov 30 23:39:25 * Witts nods "I'll have updates sent to both" Nov 30 23:40:43 Thank you... I have trouble trusting people, and letting go of things that are important to me... I'm glad in this instance that I have done both. Nov 30 23:43:37 * Witts smiles Nov 30 23:43:42 It's enjoyable Nov 30 23:44:30 V: *he places a hand of marbles on the table* I need to sell these. I have a baby to take care of. Nov 30 23:44:56 * Witts looks surprised, looking at Morgan "Congratulations...?" Nov 30 23:45:03 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 30 23:45:35 The woman we retrieved... she has a child. And Varick does not need to sell his marbles to take care of him... Nov 30 23:46:04 V: He will need things, Papa. Babies are expensive, everyone says so Nov 30 23:46:13 * Morgan nods Nov 30 23:46:21 * Witts smiles, watching them Nov 30 23:46:26 And Xsarlac will take care of it Nov 30 23:47:16 *Varick puts the marbles away* Nov 30 23:47:26 Was there anything else, my Lord? Nov 30 23:48:17 No... no, I don't think so... we'll touch base tomorrow before I leave about investors Nov 30 23:48:32 * Witts stands, bowing Nov 30 23:49:12 * Morgan inclines his head before leading Varick back into the street Nov 30 23:49:27 V: now where are we going? Nov 30 23:49:54 Well, I was going to find Sinan to find out about the naming ceremony, but I suppose we don't need to now Nov 30 23:50:16 * Witts nods Nov 30 23:50:34 Can we go back to the baby? I bet Inga would like the baby! Nov 30 23:50:53 I imagine she will do, yes... lets go find mama first shall we? Nov 30 23:51:11 * Witts is now known as Varick Nov 30 23:51:17 Where will she be? Nov 30 23:52:14 * Morgan tries to get a bearing on her Nov 30 23:53:22 *She's in the direction of the church Nov 30 23:53:51 I think she's in the church Nov 30 23:55:22 * Varick nods, walking with him. He points in the direction of a very sturdy looking ship "Is that ours?" Nov 30 23:55:34 * Morgan looks at it Nov 30 23:55:39 *It does look like it probably is* Nov 30 23:55:49 Might well be Nov 30 23:57:03 * Varick nods. The little church is quiet so late in the morning, and Molly is stood by the remembrance candles, three lit Nov 30 23:58:27 * Morgan waits off to one side quietly, not interrupting her Nov 30 23:59:58 *Molly is talking quietly, though he can't make out anything*