**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Dec 10 10:41:56 2022 Dec 10 10:41:56 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Dec 10 13:40:42 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Dec 10 13:41:26 Your favourite place is the crow's nest? Dec 10 13:42:29 Its... not quite, no Dec 10 13:43:08 No? Dec 10 13:45:03 No... my favourite place is actually the head cringle, but I used to get in all sorts of trouble being out there Dec 10 13:45:44 * MollyK smiles Dec 10 13:45:55 Dangerous, my love... Dec 10 13:46:01 * Morgan shrugs Dec 10 13:46:20 Not really... not in my experience anyway Dec 10 13:46:39 You are so good at climbing though Dec 10 13:47:26 * Morgan nods Dec 10 13:48:26 Why there? Dec 10 13:49:03 Its peaceful... crew only go out there if there's something needs fixing Dec 10 13:49:18 Except you Dec 10 13:50:06 * Morgan nods Dec 10 13:50:11 When I was allowed, yes Dec 10 13:50:43 No one can stop you now Dec 10 13:50:50 Perhaps Dec 10 13:52:41 Who could? Dec 10 13:52:51 The captain, for one Dec 10 13:53:07 Sorgi wouldn't do that Dec 10 13:53:20 * Morgan shrugs Dec 10 13:53:23 Maybe Dec 10 13:53:41 And, like you say, it is dangerous... if someone else got it in their head its a good place to be... Dec 10 13:54:16 I suppose so Dec 10 13:55:23 * Morgan nods slightly Dec 10 13:57:31 * MollyK snuggles up "did you sleep well?" Dec 10 13:57:58 * Morgan shrugs Dec 10 14:00:21 Dreamed but not a nightmare, as such Dec 10 14:00:28 I dreamt of you, but I suppose you guessed that? Dec 10 14:01:57 * Morgan shrugs Dec 10 14:02:01 I wasn't certain, no Dec 10 14:04:35 You were concerned about Seb again? Dec 10 14:04:53 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:08:12 * MollyK shakes her head Dec 10 14:08:17 Just you, my love Dec 10 14:09:18 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:11:19 * MollyK snuggles up to him Dec 10 14:11:33 I've missed the quiet hour here Dec 10 14:12:07 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:12:22 I would hope to continue it in Hafenlohr Dec 10 14:13:04 * MollyK nods Dec 10 14:13:23 Me too. We're going to be very busy there, I think Dec 10 14:13:45 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:13:51 Aye, I'm inclined to agree Dec 10 14:14:41 Will we have a nanny and governess? Dec 10 14:14:59 I don't know... Dec 10 14:15:39 * MollyK nods Dec 10 14:16:43 I suppose it will depend on what our lives are like Dec 10 14:17:02 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:17:39 Given that the children are all to have magic... I'm still fairly sure we should adopt another shifter... Dec 10 14:17:48 * MollyK nods Dec 10 14:18:04 And the age gap will be sizeable Dec 10 14:18:20 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:20:32 Maybe that is something Edward could look into for us? Dec 10 14:20:40 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:20:47 I was going to mention it when we're on our way back Dec 10 14:23:19 That's wise. Do you think you could love another adopted child so easily? Dec 10 14:23:34 * Morgan sighs Dec 10 14:23:38 I'm not sure, in all honesty Dec 10 14:24:07 But then I suppose you thought it about Varick initially? And Florrie? Dec 10 14:24:43 I suppose so... but they were both already family Dec 10 14:27:36 True. *she shrugs* what about Jacques? And Thomas? Dec 10 14:28:05 What about them? Dec 10 14:29:05 You love them? Dec 10 14:29:15 * Morgan shrugs Dec 10 14:29:20 I care about them, certainly... Dec 10 14:31:09 That's a poor example then *she smiles* Dec 10 14:32:08 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:32:15 I suppose so Dec 10 14:32:59 I love children. It comes easily for me Dec 10 14:33:17 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:33:26 I had noticed Dec 10 14:33:43 It is something you like about me? Dec 10 14:34:05 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:36:09 I have my Mother's maternal tendencies Dec 10 14:36:42 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:36:46 I think you do, yes Dec 10 14:37:40 Did it influence your decision to take me as your mistress? Dec 10 14:38:34 No, it didn't, not at all Dec 10 14:40:54 * MollyK nods Dec 10 14:44:30 You just wanted me at your side? Dec 10 14:44:37 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:44:50 Anything to do with children was not in my mind Dec 10 14:45:31 * MollyK nods Dec 10 14:46:27 It was on mine, but that's the nature of being a woman and running the risks of pregnancy and birth that we do Dec 10 14:46:59 * Morgan nods Dec 10 14:47:20 Our priorities and aims have changed somewhat Dec 10 14:47:58 Very much so. If I'd known I'd have never taken the herbs Dec 10 14:52:02 * Morgan nods, sighing Dec 10 14:52:09 My own difficulties are costing us time now Dec 10 14:52:33 I should have had the nerve to speak to you first Dec 10 14:53:01 I wouldn't have been ready then Dec 10 14:53:19 No, but you could have withdrawn instead Dec 10 14:53:41 Perhaps... but in not being ready, why would I want to take that risk Dec 10 14:54:22 Hmmm, because I am irresistibly desirable? Dec 10 14:55:04 Well, that too Dec 10 14:56:50 Eventually your desire to bed me would have won out Dec 10 14:57:29 Probably, yes Dec 10 14:58:26 I am glad it hasn't happened until you are ready Dec 10 15:00:04 * Morgan nods Dec 10 15:00:06 As am I Dec 10 15:00:43 * MollyK nods Dec 10 15:01:03 I won't have to worry you'll need to leave Dec 10 15:01:31 No... I don't think I would have anyway Dec 10 15:01:49 I wasn't sure Dec 10 15:01:57 I can understand why Dec 10 15:02:04 * MollyK nods Dec 10 15:02:26 It was enough, asking you to take me on Dec 10 15:02:57 perhaps Dec 10 15:04:26 I should write to the Rosenkrantzs if we are stopping at Starke Dec 10 15:04:40 Oh? Dec 10 15:05:15 If we are going to Foxcroft when we return, we could visit Insel too Dec 10 15:05:46 * Morgan nods Dec 10 15:05:49 I suppose so, yes Dec 10 15:08:13 You would not want to? Dec 10 15:09:59 No, its fine... be interesting to get their view of conversing with your father Dec 10 15:10:29 * MollyK nods Dec 10 15:10:53 It will. Poor Seb, tied to be the Freiarr Dec 10 15:11:19 Mm... not a great deal we can do about that Dec 10 15:11:41 No... no, I suppose not Dec 10 15:12:03 We've got enough lands to rule Dec 10 15:12:43 I wondered about my brother Dec 10 15:12:49 Oh? Dec 10 15:15:13 Maybe Peter would consider it Dec 10 15:15:43 Something to consider... it'd mean uprooting his whole family... and after the strife caused with the farm... Dec 10 15:16:16 * MollyK nods Dec 10 15:16:32 But James could have Sunnymeade then Dec 10 15:17:14 * Morgan nods Dec 10 15:17:17 I suppose so Dec 10 15:18:00 * MollyK shrugs Dec 10 15:18:07 Who knows? Dec 10 15:18:22 * Morgan shrugs Dec 10 15:18:40 You think he'd be a good Freiarr? Dec 10 15:19:34 I don't see why not. -Beth- would be an excellent Freiarrin Dec 10 15:20:13 * Morgan nods Dec 10 15:20:16 Yes she would Dec 10 15:21:49 We can only wait and see, my love Dec 10 15:21:57 * Morgan nods Dec 10 15:22:00 Aye ,that is true Dec 10 15:22:17 How is Claudia now? Dec 10 15:23:13 She's alright. Wondering if DeeDee is back yet... Dec 10 15:24:27 She hasn't entirely lost interest? Dec 10 15:24:54 I think its more... a lingering interest, rather than an active desire... Dec 10 15:25:09 * MollyK nods Dec 10 15:25:22 Is that good? Dec 10 15:26:17 Its better than it was. She's had enough change to deal with Dec 10 15:29:08 * MollyK nods Dec 10 15:29:31 Are she and Sorgi... back to how they were? Dec 10 15:30:26 Think so. He holds no expectations of her Dec 10 15:30:59 * MollyK nods Dec 10 15:31:06 Wise way to be Dec 10 15:31:24 Aye, it is Dec 10 15:32:07 I can't see her and DeeDee spending much time together again Dec 10 15:32:28 No... but... I didn't see me marrying again Dec 10 15:32:56 But you are still glad you did? Dec 10 15:33:46 * Morgan nods Dec 10 15:33:49 Of course I am Dec 10 15:33:58 Good Dec 10 15:34:42 And you? Dec 10 15:35:03 Every moment Dec 10 15:35:36 * Morgan nods Dec 10 15:35:37 good Dec 10 15:36:00 You doubt it? Dec 10 15:36:13 Not particularly Dec 10 15:36:27 Good. You are secure Dec 10 15:36:40 Fairly, yes Dec 10 15:36:55 Only fairly? Dec 10 15:39:35 The things that happened in the Empire... Dec 10 15:40:17 That is done. I know I must not sacrifice myself for others Dec 10 15:44:30 * Morgan nods Dec 10 15:45:29 Indeed you mustn't Dec 10 15:46:15 I won't, I promise. My duty is to you Dec 10 15:46:23 * Morgan nods Dec 10 15:48:39 You need me. I know that Dec 10 15:48:45 * Morgan nods Dec 10 15:48:47 Yes, I do Dec 10 15:49:19 That troubles you, when you are so self-reliant? Dec 10 15:49:55 A little. I suppose I'm still hurtning from it all Dec 10 15:51:29 * MollyK nods Dec 10 15:51:47 I don't know how to make it better Dec 10 15:51:55 No, nor do I Dec 10 15:53:18 I hate letting you down Dec 10 15:53:44 I know love Dec 10 15:55:53 * MollyK sighs Dec 10 15:56:28 All I can do is keep proving myself with my actions Dec 10 15:57:00 I know... I'll get over it Dec 10 15:58:10 * MollyK takes a deep breath Dec 10 15:58:41 It's where I have to remind myself that I am allowed to make mistakes... Dec 10 15:58:49 * Morgan nods Dec 10 15:58:58 If you could make smaller ones instead, I'd be most grateful Dec 10 15:59:44 I know... but I have to not haul myself over the coals that Dietlinde would never have erred this badly Dec 10 16:00:47 No, you mustn't Dec 10 16:02:36 It's so easy to do Dec 10 16:03:02 * Morgan nods Dec 10 16:03:04 I'm sure it is Dec 10 16:04:20 It would have been easier had you had a horrible first wife, my love *she smiles* Dec 10 16:04:35 * Morgan nods Dec 10 16:04:41 Aye, I would imagine so Dec 10 16:06:20 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Dec 10 16:44:03 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Dec 10 18:58:37 * MollyK is quiet before she says Dec 10 18:59:07 The draw should happen on Thursday, though you usually work on that morning Dec 10 18:59:31 I'll speak with Sorgi... Inga asked if there's anything we can do about it Dec 10 19:00:11 I wish! The only benefit is the intensity of our intimacy Dec 10 19:00:59 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:01:08 I think she meant... triggering it and dealing with it early... Dec 10 19:01:41 Ah yes. That worked well last time Dec 10 19:01:49 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:02:35 Maybe not have sex immediately before trying to trigger it Dec 10 19:05:05 * MollyK nods Dec 10 19:05:24 Yes, but we didn't know it would work Dec 10 19:06:26 No, I know Dec 10 19:07:59 This time we're wiser Dec 10 19:08:36 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:08:41 quite Dec 10 19:10:36 It's rather a nuisance Dec 10 19:11:13 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:11:25 It is rather... I feel for Inga, though Dec 10 19:11:59 * MollyK nods sadly Dec 10 19:12:13 Me too. I hate that aspect. Dec 10 19:12:50 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:15:06 It feels awful, like I want to hide away. In the beginning I did not really believe it, but now... Dec 10 19:15:16 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:15:36 So best we try to take care of it as early as possible Dec 10 19:18:55 * MollyK sighs "yes, check it off our list for the day..." Dec 10 19:19:30 I'm glad it is not just me that it feels like that to... I've been feeling quite guilty about it. Dec 10 19:21:22 Oh... I... I was more meaning that it seems so clinical like that. Dec 10 19:22:14 Its the... the obligation... I enjoy it wholly once we are... y'know... but feeling like I have to, particularly for the sake of others... Dec 10 19:22:49 Yes, I understand Dec 10 19:24:03 I think perhaps we need to try to work on our perception of it Dec 10 19:24:20 In what way? Dec 10 19:26:04 I think, triggering it early is important... but I want to look forward to it, without that... obligation Dec 10 19:27:53 How would you propose we do that? Dec 10 19:29:00 I can't say I know Dec 10 19:29:09 * MollyK nods Dec 10 19:29:37 It -is- helpful that my body handily reminds us when it is most optimum to make a baby, I suppose? Dec 10 19:29:58 yes... and it is, lets be honest, very enjoyable Dec 10 19:30:05 * MollyK nods Dec 10 19:30:22 Very much so. But then, it always is Dec 10 19:31:02 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:31:06 True Dec 10 19:31:42 And it's rare for it to be twice for you otherwise Dec 10 19:31:49 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:31:50 True Dec 10 19:32:09 And it's far more intense than other men ever experience Dec 10 19:32:24 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:32:25 Quite so Dec 10 19:33:26 It isn't ideal. I hope once the convergence has been completed it will go, or that they will find a way to stop it Dec 10 19:33:52 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:34:02 That'd be... good. Dec 10 19:35:41 The best option would actually be if it only affected you? Dec 10 19:35:53 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:36:00 Yes, exactly Dec 10 19:38:06 You wouldn't want it gone entirely? Dec 10 19:38:34 * Morgan shrugs Dec 10 19:38:39 I wouldn't be fussed either way Dec 10 19:39:48 You wouldn't miss that intense pleasure? Dec 10 19:40:30 I suppose so Dec 10 19:41:10 * MollyK nods Dec 10 19:41:47 It'd be nice to not be thinking about the dates and keeping men away from me? Dec 10 19:42:37 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:42:40 Very much so Dec 10 19:45:27 * MollyK nods Dec 10 19:45:59 Still... it is what it is. Maybe it will stop when I am with child? Dec 10 19:46:22 And then it'll just be me being insatiable Dec 10 19:48:59 It's really that strong? Dec 10 19:49:30 * Morgan nods slightly Dec 10 19:49:48 But not until it is noticeable? Dec 10 19:50:20 * Morgan shrugs Dec 10 19:50:40 Pretty much as soon as I knew... Dec 10 19:51:45 So it's not the look of it specifically? Dec 10 19:51:51 I suppose not Dec 10 19:52:18 It's fascinating. I look forward to discovering it... Dec 10 19:52:31 * Morgan nods Dec 10 19:52:33 Me too Dec 10 19:52:45 It finishes at birth though? Dec 10 19:54:10 Not sure... we'll be rather too busy to find out Dec 10 19:54:53 Oh I am sure I can always find five fast and furious minutes for you, my love Dec 10 19:55:12 We'll see love Dec 10 19:55:38 * MollyK frowns a little Dec 10 19:55:44 Yes, we will Dec 10 19:57:02 For little things that don't -do- anything, babies require a lot of our energy. Dec 10 19:57:41 Oh, it's not that... just... are you sure it will also be the case with -me-, the increased desire? Dec 10 19:58:38 I've no reason that it would not be Dec 10 20:02:55 * MollyK shrugs Dec 10 20:02:59 True, my love Dec 10 20:05:11 * Morgan nods, closing his eyes Dec 10 20:05:42 Are you sleepy, liebling? Dec 10 20:06:06 No... just... relaxing. Dec 10 20:06:38 * MollyK nods Dec 10 20:07:00 I am going to start reading my grandfather's manuscript today Dec 10 20:07:23 I see... alright Dec 10 20:07:37 It could be useful Dec 10 20:08:29 * Morgan nods Dec 10 20:08:33 Aye, it could Dec 10 20:09:26 Maybe he wrote about the Ashkoven Dec 10 20:09:42 I would bet that he did... Dec 10 20:09:54 Why? Dec 10 20:10:46 Something from a dream Dec 10 20:11:06 I could look now if you wish? Dec 10 20:11:18 Only if you want to Dec 10 20:11:38 I'm quite comfortable and warm here Dec 10 20:11:56 * Morgan nods Dec 10 20:12:00 Stay there then Dec 10 20:12:50 It's nice for you? Dec 10 20:13:03 * Morgan nods Dec 10 20:13:05 mmhmm Dec 10 20:13:41 * MollyK nods, staying quiet a while Dec 10 20:15:47 * Morgan starts humming quietly Dec 10 20:17:01 * MollyK doesn't say anything so long that he realises she's drifted off Dec 10 20:17:58 * Morgan smiles, continuing to hum quietly, just laying with her Dec 10 20:20:22 *the time passes peacefully, and soon their little clock chimes two Dec 10 20:21:26 * Morgan lets her sleep a little longer before rousing her Dec 10 20:22:00 Mmhmm... here? Dec 10 20:22:13 Its time to wake up my love Dec 10 20:22:41 Oh... is that all? *she opens her eyes* Dec 10 20:23:03 * Morgan kisses her crown Dec 10 20:23:16 I want to check in with the crew before getting setup to speak to Edward Dec 10 20:24:00 * MollyK nods, moving up a little to kiss his lips Dec 10 20:24:52 * Morgan kisses her soundly for a moment Dec 10 20:25:45 Mmmm... if you keep doing that it'll be you getting up, not I! *she smiles * Dec 10 20:25:55 * Morgan laughs Dec 10 20:27:03 You might have a point. I do, however, need coffee Dec 10 20:27:19 * MollyK kisses him briefly before standing up Dec 10 20:27:26 Alright, my love Dec 10 20:28:11 * Morgan moves, getting up Dec 10 20:28:36 * MollyK stretches a moment Dec 10 20:28:43 Did you doze? Dec 10 20:29:19 No... no I spent the time humming to myself Dec 10 20:30:32 Was that satisfying? Dec 10 20:31:30 It was... quiet. Peaceful. Dec 10 20:31:49 * MollyK giggles Dec 10 20:32:01 Because I was sleeping not chattering? Dec 10 20:33:26 * Morgan chuckles Dec 10 20:33:28 Maybe Dec 10 20:35:28 * MollyK smiles Dec 10 20:35:42 Would you like me to get coffee? Dec 10 20:35:57 Would you mind? Dec 10 20:38:04 No, that's fine Dec 10 20:38:14 * MollyK goes to do so Dec 10 20:39:27 * Morgan wanders into his bedroom, fetching his violin before going to sit back at his desk Dec 10 20:40:57 * MollyK is gone five more minutes Dec 10 20:41:21 * Morgan is sat behind the desk, fiddling with the tuning pegs Dec 10 20:42:14 * MollyK smiles, putting the tray on the desk Dec 10 20:43:38 Thank you blossom Dec 10 20:45:19 What are you doing, my love? Dec 10 20:46:48 Tuning... you know what the difference between a violin and a fiddle is? Dec 10 20:48:05 No? *she pours for him* Dec 10 20:48:42 There isn't one Dec 10 20:49:39 Just the music it's used for differs? Dec 10 20:50:17 * Morgan nods Dec 10 20:50:20 And the tuning Dec 10 20:51:21 * MollyK nods, putting coffee in her own cup Dec 10 20:52:34 You know many songs? Dec 10 20:52:53 A few Dec 10 20:56:42 * MollyK smiles, sitting on the desk near him with her coffee, watching him Dec 10 20:57:59 * Morgan tests the strings, their notes completely different to the last time he played Dec 10 20:58:31 * MollyK looks intrigued Dec 10 21:00:00 * Morgan puts the violin to his chin, playing a few notes before nodding slightly Dec 10 21:00:02 That'll do Dec 10 21:00:25 * MollyK smiles warmly Dec 10 21:00:31 It sounds good Dec 10 21:00:36 * Morgan nods Dec 10 21:01:10 Not bad... my crewmates hated me playing... once I replaced the violin, I learned tunes they didn't object to... Dec 10 21:02:07 That must have been difficult... like a rejection of you, your nobility? Dec 10 21:02:24 * Morgan nods Dec 10 21:02:53 Then, of course, my father went berserk when he found out I'd learned less... what's the word he used... cultured music Dec 10 21:05:14 * MollyK rolls her eyes Dec 10 21:05:38 I am going to teach him the bear and the maiden fair Dec 10 21:06:17 * Morgan nods Dec 10 21:06:25 He'll go mad when he figures it out Dec 10 21:07:30 If he figures it out! Dec 10 21:08:21 I'm sure someone would mention it Dec 10 21:10:52 Heinzharold, probably Dec 10 21:11:38 * Morgan nods Dec 10 21:11:42 indeed Dec 10 21:13:07 * MollyK nods, sipping her coffee Dec 10 21:22:01 * Morgan starts playing again Dec 10 21:23:59 * MollyK looks impressed Dec 10 21:24:06 Wow, liebling! Dec 10 21:24:49 * Morgan breathes slowly Dec 10 21:24:56 Been a very long time since I've played anything like that Dec 10 21:25:16 That's troubling? Dec 10 21:26:20 * Morgan shrugs Dec 10 21:26:49 I was... a very different person Dec 10 21:26:59 When? Dec 10 21:27:17 Back then... Dec 10 21:27:28 * Morgan lifts his cup, sipping the coffee Dec 10 21:27:42 Before the War ended? Before the fire? Dec 10 21:28:46 * Morgan nods Dec 10 21:28:48 both Dec 10 21:29:08 Did you play like this in Sudlachenburg? Dec 10 21:29:50 No... well, twice, but not since my father went mad about it Dec 10 21:30:39 What occassions? Was it for the Shadowfayre? Dec 10 21:30:56 * Morgan nods Dec 10 21:33:24 Was that in sixty five, when you were newly wed? Dec 10 21:34:05 * Morgan nods Dec 10 21:34:39 So he was already angry? Dec 10 21:35:13 Oh yes Dec 10 21:35:51 But the people enjoyed it? Dec 10 21:36:30 Seemed to, aye Dec 10 21:38:26 What was the second? Dec 10 21:38:55 No, you misunderstand... I played twice... that day. Dec 10 21:39:16 Oh. Did you play at home often? Dec 10 21:39:24 * Morgan shakes his head Dec 10 21:39:55 No. I played my guitar... Dec 10 21:40:01 Why? Dec 10 21:40:53 Its quieter... more... soothing. Dec 10 21:42:06 For Jana? Dec 10 21:42:15 * Morgan smiles slightly Dec 10 21:42:17 For everyone Dec 10 21:42:30 * MollyK smiles Dec 10 21:42:38 I like the fiddle too Dec 10 21:43:14 * Morgan nods Dec 10 21:43:53 Maybe... at some point... I'll... *he looks a little uneasy* play you the first song I ever wrote Dec 10 21:45:12 * MollyK nods solemnly Dec 10 21:45:33 If you'd like to, my love, I'd be honoured to be trusted with it Dec 10 21:47:40 * Morgan shrugs slightly, playing a few notes and humming at the same time before stopping Dec 10 21:47:44 Might be doable... Dec 10 21:48:27 You cannot recall it? Dec 10 21:49:15 Its a bit complicated... been even longer since I played -and- sung at the same time Dec 10 21:50:10 If it goes wrong you needn't worry Dec 10 21:51:15 * Morgan nods, thinking for a moment before starting to play ((https://genius.com/Storm-seeker-the-longing-lyrics)) Dec 10 21:55:20 * MollyK smiles Dec 10 21:55:31 Liebes herz! That's wonderful! Dec 10 21:55:55 its... I was more idealistic then Dec 10 21:57:00 You see that as a failing? Dec 10 21:58:12 No... just... my songs now are more... I don't know, how I've felt, rather than telling a story... Dec 10 21:58:49 Maybe it's time to let that storytelling sweep you away again Dec 10 21:59:00 * Morgan shrugs Dec 10 21:59:02 maybe Dec 10 21:59:23 You wrote that quite early in your service? Dec 10 21:59:30 * Morgan nods Dec 10 21:59:33 Oh yes, very Dec 10 21:59:59 What else did you write? Dec 10 22:00:15 Little bits here and there mostly Dec 10 22:01:17 But you prefer writing for guitar? Dec 10 22:02:00 Its easier... not pressing against your chin as you try to sing... Dec 10 22:02:28 You could write it and I could sing for you Dec 10 22:02:53 * Morgan tilts his head Dec 10 22:02:58 I suppose I could... Dec 10 22:03:38 Would you like to? Dec 10 22:04:34 * Morgan nods Dec 10 22:04:40 Got some time to work on it, haven't we Dec 10 22:06:53 A great deal, yes. Plenty of time for fiddling, my love *she smiles innocently* Dec 10 22:07:08 * Morgan nods Dec 10 22:07:10 Quite so Dec 10 22:10:17 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 10 22:16:54 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Dec 10 22:17:21 *Varick can be heard getting up* Dec 10 22:17:44 Well, if we plan our time well, at least! Dec 10 22:19:16 * Morgan nods, setting the violin down and picking up his coffee Dec 10 22:22:00 *Varick comes in* I heard a violin, but it can't have been Mama because it sounded okay Dec 10 22:22:08 * MollyK winces but smiles Dec 10 22:22:21 * Morgan sniggers Dec 10 22:22:27 Well... I was playing Dec 10 22:22:48 V: it was good, Papa Dec 10 22:23:15 Thank you, Varick Dec 10 22:25:48 V: Will you teach me? Dec 10 22:26:05 ummm... if you want... Dec 10 22:26:40 V: Now? Dec 10 22:26:59 * Morgan nods Dec 10 22:27:01 If you wish Dec 10 22:28:47 *Varick comes to stand with him, waiting to be taught* Dec 10 22:30:11 * Morgan sits him on the desk, getting him set holding the violin properly Dec 10 22:30:27 Ok, lets see if we can get a sound out of it, hmm? Dec 10 22:31:42 * MollyK is now known as Varick Dec 10 22:31:48 Okay, Papa Dec 10 22:32:20 * Morgan puts the bow in his hand, showing him how to hold it Dec 10 22:32:28 Right then, draw the bow across the strings Dec 10 22:33:52 * Varick tries, too gently Dec 10 22:35:04 close... try again, a bit harder Dec 10 22:36:25 * Varick does, getting it right Dec 10 22:36:46 * Morgan smiles Dec 10 22:37:01 That's it... well done. Do it a few times, on different strings Dec 10 22:38:54 * Varick does so, making different notes Dec 10 22:39:01 It's working! Dec 10 22:39:45 Well done, you're doing really well... want to try something a bit more difficult? Dec 10 22:41:43 Yes, Papa Dec 10 22:42:47 Ok... start on -this- string, play one note on its own, then put a finger -here-, play another note, then -here-.... You have to press quite hard Dec 10 22:43:33 * Varick works hard until he can do it Dec 10 22:44:04 Ok... now, after doing those three, move to the next string and do it all again... Dec 10 22:44:48 * Varick has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Dec 10 22:45:28 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 10 22:45:31 Ok... now, after doing those three, move to the next string and do it all again... Dec 10 22:47:31 *he does* I'm doing it, Papa! Dec 10 22:48:20 You're doing an amazing job... now... can you do it on all the strings, one after the other? Dec 10 22:51:00 *Varick tries it, over and over til it's right* Dec 10 22:51:12 M: it's half after two, my love... Dec 10 22:51:24 * Morgan nods, looking at Varick Dec 10 22:51:50 Varick... you've just done in twenty minutes what took me a day... you've just learned something called scales Dec 10 22:52:38 V: like on a fish? Dec 10 22:52:53 No... well, I don't think so... I don't know why its called that Dec 10 22:53:26 V: could I be good at this? Dec 10 22:53:41 * Morgan nods Dec 10 22:53:44 I don't see why not Dec 10 22:55:50 V: I'm better than Mama already! Dec 10 22:56:10 * MollyK smiles "unless you died from it, it would be hard to be worse!" Dec 10 22:57:37 Don't feel bad my love... you're wonderful on a piano which is, really, the musical version of a bow for me Dec 10 22:59:37 Oh I don't feel bad. No one can be perfect Dec 10 23:00:36 * Morgan nods Dec 10 23:00:46 now... I need to get things ready to speak to Edward Dec 10 23:01:56 V: Can I see Uncle Edward too? Dec 10 23:02:10 Maybe next time? Dec 10 23:04:41 Shall I take Varick to find Amur? Dec 10 23:05:08 Please my love Dec 10 23:07:11 *Varick gets off the desk, heading for the door. Molly kisses Morgan's cheek* send my love please Dec 10 23:07:23 * Morgan nods Dec 10 23:07:26 I will my love Dec 10 23:09:03 * MollyK smiles, gently shutting the door behind her Dec 10 23:09:32 * Morgan smiles briefly, getting the mirror setup and his cup refilled, waiting for 3 o'clock Dec 10 23:11:50 * MollyK is now known as Edward Dec 10 23:12:39 * Edward is there at five minutes before Dec 10 23:13:41 * Morgan smiles Dec 10 23:13:42 brother Dec 10 23:15:02 * Edward smiles Dec 10 23:15:07 Good afternoon Dec 10 23:15:22 How are you? Is everything alright? Dec 10 23:16:40 Yes, mostly Dec 10 23:16:49 Mostly? Dec 10 23:16:52 * Morgan looks concerned Dec 10 23:17:20 I am going to have to tell Mina about the mirrror Dec 10 23:17:39 * Morgan nods seriously Dec 10 23:17:52 She is wondering where you keep disappearing to? Dec 10 23:18:30 * Edward nods Dec 10 23:19:31 Every day, in my office with the door locked for about fifteen minutes. She is worried I am not sexually satisfied by her... Dec 10 23:20:27 Every day? I had not realised you speak to Florrie so often... it'll mean she'll know you've been talking to her Dec 10 23:21:50 I know, but I cannot bear her feeling so upset as now Dec 10 23:22:05 No, god no.... Dec 10 23:22:13 * Morgan scratches at his chin Dec 10 23:22:41 You need to make sure she knows that I gave you the mirrors... Dec 10 23:24:40 Why? Dec 10 23:25:50 Because I enabled your speaking to Florrie... let her focus her anger on me. Dec 10 23:27:00 * Edward nods Dec 10 23:27:07 I will try that Dec 10 23:27:20 * Morgan nods, obviously thinking Dec 10 23:28:47 Its like... my pissing father off before you told him of his granddaughter... or me telling you about -my- magic, before Florries which is, in comparison, much less horrific... and, if Mina wants to berate me, or talk to me about it, she can either find a faster ship than the Rose, which is not happening, or... get some experience with the mirror herself, hopefully normalising it. Dec 10 23:30:40 * Edward laughs Dec 10 23:31:01 You're smarter than I give you credit for Dec 10 23:32:11 * Morgan shrugs Dec 10 23:33:12 Witts is amazing at tactics... I'm really good at diversionary tactics. In fact... I think it'd be worth showing her the mirror, talking to me. -then- explain you've been talking to Florrie. Dec 10 23:33:46 * Edward nods Dec 10 23:33:55 Same time tomorrow? Dec 10 23:34:13 * Morgan checks the time Dec 10 23:34:33 *it's three o'clock exactly* Dec 10 23:34:51 I've nothing more pressing to do for the next twenty five minutes... Dec 10 23:37:17 * Edward nods Dec 10 23:38:05 Alright, I'll send for her *he gets up, ringing a bell. Morgan can hear him telling a servant to ask Mina to join him* Dec 10 23:38:39 * Morgan waits quietly, refilling his coffee and heating it up Dec 10 23:39:22 * Edward sits back down Dec 10 23:39:33 How are you all? Dec 10 23:39:48 * Morgan sighs Dec 10 23:40:03 We're alright... Molly and I were at odds, badly... but we're getting through it Dec 10 23:40:27 * Edward frowns Dec 10 23:40:36 What were you at odds about? Dec 10 23:42:00 We went to the empire to bring back my friends wife... the sheik, their ruler there... didn't want money... wanted Molly for a year, to have her bear him a child for some superstition... she felt obligated and was considering it, but was distraught at having her hair cut. I was hurt and... well, we both know I react badly when I'm hurting. Dec 10 23:43:00 * Edward nods Dec 10 23:43:18 But you've sorted yourself out now? Dec 10 23:43:30 * Morgan nods Dec 10 23:44:21 Was touch and go that I was going to stay behind while she went to Capperlucia but... well, I got bitten by a -massive- spider and hallucinated HeinzHarolds father... sort of helped me work through it Dec 10 23:47:51 * Edward nods Dec 10 23:48:11 You would have regretted staying behind Dec 10 23:48:26 Yes, I've no doubt I would Dec 10 23:48:39 Has DeeDee arrived back yet? Dec 10 23:50:54 Not yet, no Dec 10 23:51:03 * Morgan nods Dec 10 23:51:44 Bit early I suppose Dec 10 23:51:54 * Edward nods Dec 10 23:52:21 Where are you? Dec 10 23:53:12 On a ship... a few hours out of Zweibrucke, on our way to Capperlucia Dec 10 23:53:30 * Morgan smiles Dec 10 23:53:40 I captained my first ship... Dec 10 23:56:18 Congratulations, Morgan Dec 10 23:56:35 * Morgan smiles, inclining his head Dec 10 23:58:55 It went well? Dec 10 23:59:00 * Morgan nods Dec 10 23:59:37 To the empire, stopped in Ussura on the way back, bought some cargo, back to Zweibrucke. It was... just what I've dreamed it would be