**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Thu Dec 29 02:55:33 2022 Dec 29 00:00:27 Dec 29 00:01:13 * M: go. Send word when you can Morgan nods, kissing her cheek briefly before heading for the door Dec 29 00:02:31 * HH heads out Dec 29 00:02:51 You know what might 'appen, right? Dec 29 00:03:49 Enlighten me Dec 29 00:04:24 She's off limits. She's as common as me. If 'e's married 'er, it'll ruin 'is reputation Dec 29 00:04:37 * Morgan nods Dec 29 00:05:19 If he's trying that... he'll need a priest, one who isn't too... strict about things... so, we head to church, find out if they're all accounted for... Dec 29 00:06:07 * HH nods. In the stable he takes Seb's horse, eager to get going Dec 29 00:07:13 * Morgan hauls himself up onto Xantha, on the move almost before he's in the saddle Dec 29 00:07:52 *he has to shout to account for the speed* I knew he'd danced with 'er a lot after th' wedding, an' he's been down to town a few times... I knew he fancied 'er Dec 29 00:09:01 He's aware she's off limits Dec 29 00:10:08 Yeah well, so were you with Molly, but sometimes a man's heart takes over, doesn' it? Dec 29 00:11:29 * Morgan flinches, looking down at Xantha, trusting his horse not to throw him while not looking Dec 29 00:12:18 *they reach the chapel just as the regular priest who married Morgan to Molly is coming out of the door* Dec 29 00:12:48 Father... we need your help... Dec 29 00:15:03 P: How can I help? Dec 29 00:16:17 We believe our friend is doing something... ill advised, and would require the services of a priest, one who is, lets say, less concerned with the minutia of protocol for marriage... Dec 29 00:19:02 P, looking concerned: Father Meissen has been assigned to be my assistant after some irregularities in his paperwork in his own parish. He is out this morning, he's gone to view a cottage he might buy to live in whilst he's here Dec 29 00:19:37 And where would that be? Dec 29 00:20:35 *he gives directions to a cottage Morgan has seen before, in a little clearing between the village and Die Dauerhaftigkeit* Dec 29 00:21:19 * Morgan nods, thanking him before wheeling his horse and thundering off in that direction Dec 29 00:22:21 * HH follows at speed. They have to take a track off the main route, and at the clearing with the pretty cottage in the background they find the priest, Sebastian and Dietlinde Dec 29 00:22:53 * Morgan slides to a halt, launching himself from the horse, moving quickly towards them Dec 29 00:24:46 * HH dismounts too. They certainly look to be in the middle of a ceremony Dec 29 00:25:31 * Morgan whistles loudly Dec 29 00:27:41 *all three of them look over. She looks very beautiful in a lilac dress, a posy of wildflowers in her hands, some lily of the valley and cornflowers mixed in* Dec 29 00:27:45 * HH is now known as Seb Dec 29 00:27:53 What are you doing here?! Dec 29 00:28:24 * Morgan ignores him, walking right up to the priest, almost nose to nose, continuing to move forward, making the man back up Dec 29 00:28:48 I seem to recall you've got somewhere else to be Dec 29 00:29:50 P: Y-yes, but I'm in the middle of something! Dec 29 00:30:07 Something... irregular... Dec 29 00:30:16 * Seb catches hold of Morgan's arm "hey! Pack that in!" Dec 29 00:31:21 * Morgan turns, looking at Seb Dec 29 00:31:42 I'm sorry, man, but this can't happen Dec 29 00:32:31 *HH is quietly talking to Dietlinde* Dec 29 00:33:14 * Seb straightens up, letting go "I love her, and there's not a force in the world that's going to stop this" Dec 29 00:34:29 Aside from the fact you've known her so little time... you can't do -this- Dec 29 00:34:57 Yes, I can. Meissen, say the words. Dec 29 00:35:19 *The priest comes back, watching Morgan warily* Dec 29 00:35:26 * Morgan speaks quietly Dec 29 00:35:56 Open your mouth, priest, and you'll be picking up your teeth from the dirt. Clear off. Dec 29 00:37:08 *he feels another hand on his arm* Dec 29 00:37:23 * Morgan looks down at it Dec 29 00:37:52 *Dietlinde's hand is on his sleeve* My Lord... please. I want to marry him. Dec 29 00:38:18 * Morgan sighs Dec 29 00:38:50 I'm sorry... its not that simple. Give me time to explain -why- Dec 29 00:39:46 *she looks hurt, disappointed* Dec 29 00:40:43 *Seb looks at Morgan too* None of it matters. I will give up -everything-. I can fish, I can run trade on a ship, I can farm. Dec 29 00:41:40 * Morgan frowns Dec 29 00:42:41 Just... listen to me... I need you to understand what happens if you go through with this... Dec 29 00:45:20 * Seb holds out his hand to Dietlinde, and she looks torn between standing beside Morgan and moving to Seb. The priest watches. The branches are thick with late summer leaves, but he gets a hint of deja vu, he, Dietlinde, a wedding, a priest and trees all aground, but bare, icy branches. It's disorientating Dec 29 00:45:44 Around * Dec 29 00:45:54 * Morgan rubs at his forehead Dec 29 00:46:42 *she moves, and that passes. She links her arm through Seb's offered one. They do look to be listening at least* Dec 29 00:47:13 * Morgan looks over his shoulder at the priest Dec 29 00:47:32 Go. Pack your bags. I imagine you'll be sent back to some monestary... Dec 29 00:48:41 Dec 29 00:49:01 *Meissen waits, watching Seb* He may as well stay, we're almost at the end Dec 29 00:49:29 * Morgan grinds his teeth Dec 29 00:50:22 $yeah I'm only Veisgraf, why would any cunt listen to me$ Dec 29 00:51:09 $could just clock him one$ Dec 29 00:52:02 I might get disowned, I know. It's worth it. *he looks at Dietlinde adoringly, speaking quieter* You're worth it. Dec 29 00:52:37 Fine, he can stay... and then, once my father hears that he ignored the express command of the Veisgraf, he can be banished... of course, then he'll be expelled from the clergy because, lets be honest, his actions will get out... -or-... he can just bugger off now and avoid all that. Dec 29 00:54:09 * Morgan rolls his shoulders, looking at Seb Dec 29 00:54:35 *Meissen moves away, but is lingering in the clearing still* Dec 29 00:56:10 Very well... decision made... Alright then Sebastien... you'll lose everything, be disowned, but you don't give a shit about that... I understand... lets talk about what happens to Insel... to your family... Dec 29 00:58:50 I'm not needed there, they'll manage without me. I'm not near the top of the line of succession anyway Dec 29 00:59:36 That won't matter once their reputation is ruined... when all their trade dries up because of your actions... Dec 29 01:00:40 * Seb shakes his head Dec 29 01:01:16 It won't matter that much. Insel will be fine, I'm just one small part of something bigger. No one will care Dec 29 01:02:10 * Morgan stares at him before looking to HeinzHarold Dec 29 01:03:04 He's a fucking idiot, not willing to listen. If he wants to lose everything so he has to be away from her just to make ends meet, thats his own choice Dec 29 01:04:20 I love her! I don't want to have a noble bride found for me. We are supposed to be together. I will move heaven and earth to have her as my wife. Dec 29 01:05:14 * Morgan looks at him Dec 29 01:05:40 But you won't see the danger you put her in... all for the lack of patience and persuasion. Dec 29 01:05:53 Persuade who? Dec 29 01:06:16 * Morgan looks at Dietlinde Dec 29 01:06:18 Who is your father? Dec 29 01:06:30 D: Otto, my Lord Dec 29 01:07:21 * Morgan nods, looking back at Seb Dec 29 01:07:40 Her father is not gentry, so you cannot marry... who has the power to change that? Dec 29 01:09:12 I can and will marry her if I please! Theus has no concern for rank, only that a man and woman with pure hearts are joined together Dec 29 01:09:48 Good god you're thick as a yard arm... Dec 29 01:11:12 HH: He means his Da could make 'er Da a gentleman, then yer Da won't run you through Dec 29 01:12:03 * Seb looks at Dietlinde "I don't care about any of that. I just care about you being mine forever" Dec 29 01:12:41 Yeah, make life difficult and miserable for yourselves, why not... Dec 29 01:13:15 You knocked up my cousin the night you met her, so let's not get into who makes life difficult! Dec 29 01:14:10 HeinzHarold... Dec 29 01:14:20 HH: yeah? Dec 29 01:14:53 Best you try to get through to this moron, see if you can get it through his thick skull before I beat him hard enough to crack it Dec 29 01:16:11 D: *she looks to Morgan* how long would that take, my Lord? Dec 29 01:16:42 I don't know... my father can be stubborn... Dec 29 01:18:09 *She looks to Seb* Maybe we should wait, just a few days? Dec 29 01:19:31 * Seb shakes his head "I've got to leave tomorrow. If I die in service, you'll get a widow's pension. If we aren't married, you'd get nothing. I can't leave without knowing you're taken care of" Dec 29 01:20:27 $shit. He's lost his brain, hasn't he?$ Dec 29 01:20:43 $Yep. No getting through to him$ Dec 29 01:20:56 * Morgan looks at Dietlinde Dec 29 01:21:08 At this point, I can't see him seeing any sense at all... Dec 29 01:22:24 *She's busy staring at Seb* Dec 29 01:22:48 $I got an idea. Be right back$ Dec 29 01:23:00 * Morgan nods slightly Dec 29 01:24:57 *HH casually saunters to Meissen* Father, a word? *the priest moves closer. HH knocks him out with one punch, then sticks his over the saddle of Seb's horse* Dec 29 01:25:25 * Seb looks annoyed "Heinzharold! What the hell are you doing?!" Dec 29 01:26:02 * Dec 29 01:27:17 Morgan takes a step closer *HH mounts up, giving a casual wave before he rides off* Dec 29 01:27:43 * Seb glares at Morgan "I know we're kin now, but you're overstepping." Dec 29 01:28:48 Go talk to your cousin. Maybe she can help you think this through.... And... I'm not trying to stop you... if you love eachother, then I want to help you do it right, so you don't have to lose everything Dec 29 01:29:36 You will take my intended safely home? Dec 29 01:29:58 And then I'll go directly to my father Dec 29 01:30:56 * Seb nods. He kisses Dietlinde's hand before bowing to her and going Dec 29 01:31:02 * Seb is now known as Dietlinde Dec 29 01:31:36 * Dietlinde stands facing the cottage, just them in the clearing. The deja vu is even stronger now Dec 29 01:31:57 It's a pretty house, isn't it? Dec 29 01:32:04 * Morgan nods Dec 29 01:32:09 It is, yes Dec 29 01:32:41 Do you think I am a temptress? Dec 29 01:33:29 Why would I think such? Dec 29 01:35:05 Because you don't approve of a nobleman marrying a girl like me Dec 29 01:36:04 Thats not it at all... Dec 29 01:37:55 * Dietlinde watches him "are you really going to help us?" Dec 29 01:38:28 If that is what you wish, I said I would. Dec 29 01:38:56 * Dietlinde nods Dec 29 01:39:03 I do really like him Dec 29 01:39:18 But you do not love him... Dec 29 01:39:33 I do Dec 29 01:40:45 * Morgan watches her for a moment Dec 29 01:40:54 Its alright... it doesn't always start like that Dec 29 01:41:10 Like what? Dec 29 01:42:06 Like... an immediate thing... it can grow out of liking someone Dec 29 01:42:37 * Dietlinde nods slowly, watching him Dec 29 01:43:01 It's not immediately like your heart misses a beat and you lose your breath? Dec 29 01:43:35 Sometimes... not always. Dec 29 01:44:07 Sometimes you might feel that and it not mean anything? Dec 29 01:44:34 I... I don't know. Dec 29 01:44:54 Have you ever felt that, my Lord? Dec 29 01:45:14 * Morgan looks back at the cottage Dec 29 01:45:18 You have? Dec 29 01:45:37 Yes Dec 29 01:46:14 * Morgan nods Dec 29 01:47:18 And you? Dec 29 01:47:32 * Morgan nods slightly Dec 29 01:47:34 Aye, I have Dec 29 01:48:09 With me? Dec 29 01:48:31 What... what makes you think that? Dec 29 01:48:57 Because that's when I felt it too Dec 29 01:49:58 * Morgan sighs, nodding Dec 29 01:50:01 aye Dec 29 01:50:28 * Dietlinde nods, also looking at the cottage Dec 29 01:50:45 But I don't think it means anything. I don't see how it could Dec 29 01:51:39 No... no... Dec 29 01:52:38 You're married and going to be a father, and I do love Sebastian... it just wasn't instantly Dec 29 01:53:12 As I said... it can grow from liking to love.... Dec 29 01:54:00 * Dietlinde nods "I think I should go home now" Dec 29 01:54:15 * Morgan nods Dec 29 01:54:20 I'll get you home safe Dec 29 01:54:42 * Dietlinde smiles "thank you. Your wife is so very lucky" Dec 29 01:55:12 Remains to be seen I think Dec 29 01:56:06 Why? *she starts to walk beside him* Dec 29 01:56:47 Still getting to know eachother... starting to settle down, that sort of thing Dec 29 01:57:47 You seem like a kind man who loves his wife very much. Like a very loyal man. Dec 29 01:58:17 Loyalty is important... I've not always been as true to that as I should have been Dec 29 01:59:34 I think it's very important to be loyal, especially to a spouse Dec 29 01:59:41 * Morgan nods Dec 29 01:59:42 I agree Dec 29 01:59:58 * Dietlinde nods Dec 29 02:00:11 I couldn't ever be disloyal to Seb Dec 29 02:00:23 I never suggested you would Dec 29 02:00:58 * Dietlinde nods "I know, my Lord" Dec 29 02:01:57 * Morgan nods Dec 29 02:02:09 * Dietlinde takes a last look at the cottage "It's too pretty for no one to live here. Someone should buy it. They could have a beautiful garden and some crops..." Dec 29 02:02:20 * Morgan nods Dec 29 02:02:35 Chickens, small fence... flowers under the windows... Dec 29 02:03:24 * Dietlinde smiles, nodding. She looks pretty too, the blueish cast of the light flattering, making her cornflower eyes stand out more Dec 29 02:03:37 That'd be beautiful. It's peaceful Dec 29 02:03:43 * Morgan frowns, looking round Dec 29 02:03:51 It is, yes Dec 29 02:04:20 *Everything looks blue toned, and he realises he is dreaming* Dec 29 02:04:40 Will we take the horse? Dec 29 02:05:31 Couldn't leave him behind... Dec 29 02:07:03 * Dietlinde nods. She remembers the posy of flowers, and crouches down to lay them beside the path, and they look almost like a memorial. Dec 29 02:07:56 * Morgan watches her Dec 29 02:08:42 * Dietlinde smiles at him as she stands up "I could walk myself home if you want to go home yourself, my Lord" Dec 29 02:11:32 No, I told Sebastien I'd see you safely home Dec 29 02:11:56 * Dec 29 02:12:13 Dietlinde nods, smiling as she walks When he and I get married, we'll be family, won't we? Dec 29 02:12:26 * Morgan nods Dec 29 02:12:30 I suppose we will, yes Dec 29 02:13:31 Maybe it'd be nice if we don't ever mention that feeling again? Dec 29 02:13:52 * Morgan nods Dec 29 02:13:57 That'd probably be a good idea Dec 29 02:14:11 * Dietlinde nods Dec 29 02:14:30 Do you have a name for the baby yet? Dec 29 02:14:51 We're throwing some ideas about Dec 29 02:15:26 Has she been sick a lot? They say you're sicker with girls Dec 29 02:16:21 The first few months were quite bad, but not so much since Dec 29 02:16:56 Probably is a girl then. Never mind, maybe a boy next time? Dec 29 02:17:38 * Morgan nods Dec 29 02:17:44 We'll see, I suppose Dec 29 02:19:14 What about Jana? That's a pretty name Dec 29 02:20:13 * Morgan nods Dec 29 02:20:29 Yes, it is... right sort of name for a little girl absolutely adored by her parents Dec 29 02:20:49 * Dietlinde nods, smiling Dec 29 02:21:04 I like Sonnenshien too Dec 29 02:22:11 * Morgan nods Dec 29 02:22:15 Thats a family name? Dec 29 02:23:06 Maybe from a long time ago, I don't know Dec 29 02:23:31 * Morgan nods Dec 29 02:23:34 Its nice Dec 29 02:23:36 *there's a single chime, but he doesn't automatically wake* Dec 29 02:24:36 For a boy, I don't know Dec 29 02:24:46 Hans, perhaps... Dec 29 02:24:52 * Dietlinde smiles Dec 29 02:25:17 That is nice. It's simple but good for a man or a boy or a baby Dec 29 02:26:19 * Morgan nods Dec 29 02:26:24 I thought so Dec 29 02:26:57 *they've somehow gotten to her door in barely any time at all. She turns to look at him with a smile* I think this is goodbye, my Lord. Thank you for walking me home Dec 29 02:28:07 * Morgan inclines his head Dec 29 02:28:20 I've enjoyed spending this time with you... but yes, time to say goodbye Dec 29 02:29:04 Do you think it'd be too bad for me to kiss your cheek, as we're going to be cousins anyway? Dec 29 02:31:06 I think that would be fine Dec 29 02:32:34 * Dietlinde gently kisses his cheek just exactly as she always did, and smells the same as she first did, lily of the valley without any smell of pregnancy or nursing that she'd had after they'd conceived their daughter Dec 29 02:33:07 * Morgan kisses her cheek gently before backing up Dec 29 02:33:14 Goodbye Dietlinde Dec 29 02:33:49 Bye, my Lord. Could you tell him I'll wait to hear what's going to happen, and keep my fingers crossed? Dec 29 02:34:18 * Morgan nods, looking at her for a moment before trying to wake up Dec 29 02:35:27 *he manages it, the room dark, the only contact one of Molly's cold feet on his shin* Dec 29 02:39:21 * Morgan wipes at his face, climbing out of bed Dec 29 02:39:33 * Dec 29 02:40:51 * Dietlinde is now known as Molly Dec 29 02:55:33 * Now talking on #7thsea Dec 29 02:55:53 * Molly notices him move and rolls over Dec 29 02:55:57 My love? Dec 29 02:57:04 * Morgan sniffs, pulling on his trousers Dec 29 02:57:09 Just getting up Dec 29 02:57:24 Are you alright? Dec 29 02:57:32 A little sad, thats all Dec 29 02:57:59 Come and talk to me? Just for a few minutes? Dec 29 02:58:59 * Morgan pulls a shirt on before sitting on the edge of the bed Dec 29 02:59:31 * Molly sits up a little, hand on his lower back gently Dec 29 02:59:40 What has you sad, my love? Dec 29 03:00:40 The dream continued... its come to an end and, as it did so I was walking Dietlinde home... left her at her fathers door, saying goodbye... like... properly goodbye. Dec 29 03:02:00 Oh liebling... would it help for me to hold you? Dec 29 03:03:22 * Morgan shrugs Dec 29 03:03:30 I don't wish to burden you. I know you find this difficult Dec 29 03:05:43 It's alright, liebling. I'm here and I want to support you. Please, don't shut me out Dec 29 03:08:06 * Morgan nods, hanging his head and shuddering gently Dec 29 03:08:32 * Molly kneels up on the bed, wrapping her arms around him Dec 29 03:08:45 Come here, my love. It's okay to be upset Dec 29 03:09:39 * Morgan nods, leaning into her Dec 29 03:10:40 * Molly holds him, her cheek on his crown Dec 29 03:13:44 * Morgan stays there for a few minutes Dec 29 03:13:55 I know I've been letting her go for a while but... that felt... final. Dec 29 03:14:35 * Molly nods "That is so hard, I'm sorry" Dec 29 03:15:50 * Morgan nods Dec 29 03:15:53 I'll be alright Dec 29 03:16:42 I could speak to Sorgi about swapping your command to another morning? Dec 29 03:17:25 No... no, I need to learn to deal with it Dec 29 03:21:26 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Dec 29 12:16:19 * Molly has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Dec 29 13:35:04 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Dec 29 16:24:38 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Dec 29 16:29:53 * Morgan stays there for a few minutes Dec 29 16:29:53 I know I've been letting her go for a while but... that felt... final. Dec 29 16:29:53 * Molly nods "That is so hard, I'm sorry" Dec 29 16:29:53 * Morgan nods Dec 29 16:29:53 I'll be alright Dec 29 16:29:55 I could speak to Sorgi about swapping your command to another morning? Dec 29 16:29:57 No... no, I need to learn to deal with it Dec 29 16:31:04 * MollyK strokes his hair "is there anything I can do?" Dec 29 16:34:41 * Morgan shakes his head Dec 29 16:34:48 I'll be alright... eventually Dec 29 16:37:26 * MollyK kisses his crown Dec 29 16:37:34 Alright liebling Dec 29 16:37:50 I'm going to get some coffee and get ready Dec 29 16:38:02 * MollyK nods, letting go Dec 29 16:38:18 I hope you enjoy it Dec 29 16:38:31 * Morgan nods Dec 29 16:38:32 Me too Dec 29 16:41:24 * MollyK sits back on the bed Dec 29 16:41:35 I'll delay you no further Dec 29 16:43:51 * Morgan nods, getting up, pulling his coat on Dec 29 16:43:56 I'll see you in a while Dec 29 16:44:57 * MollyK nods Dec 29 16:45:00 You will Dec 29 16:45:27 * Morgan nods, heading out of the room towards the galley to fetch coffee before going up on deck Dec 29 16:46:38 * MollyK is now known as Claudia Dec 29 16:47:03 * Claudia is up there again. It's still mostly dark Dec 29 16:48:05 * Morgan goes and sits against the mast Dec 29 16:50:15 * Claudia comes over Dec 29 16:50:19 You okay? Dec 29 16:50:35 Will be Dec 29 16:50:50 Wanna be left alone? Dec 29 16:51:08 * Morgan sighs before shaking his head Dec 29 16:51:10 no Dec 29 16:51:32 Might feel like I wanna be, but I don't think it'd do me any good Dec 29 16:52:03 * Claudia sits with him, letting her arm rest against his Dec 29 16:52:05 Okay Dec 29 16:52:37 How's it been overnight? Dec 29 16:53:51 Quiet Dec 29 16:54:06 * Morgan nods Dec 29 16:54:10 Thats what we want really Dec 29 16:54:21 Yeah, guess so Dec 29 16:54:58 well... most of us anyway Dec 29 16:56:55 * Claudia nods Dec 29 16:57:11 Little bit of excitement wouldn't be too bad Dec 29 16:59:00 Want me to go pick a fight for you? Dec 29 17:01:40 No, I'll manage Dec 29 17:02:46 * Morgan nods Dec 29 17:02:51 My package arrive? Dec 29 17:04:17 Yeah, it's in my room Dec 29 17:04:26 * Morgan nods Dec 29 17:04:29 Where it should be then Dec 29 17:07:41 You can have it later Dec 29 17:07:59 I don't want it, I've got one Dec 29 17:09:51 * Claudia looks at him Dec 29 17:09:57 It's for me?! Dec 29 17:10:17 * Morgan nods Dec 29 17:12:20 * Claudia smiles Dec 29 17:12:24 Thank, Morgan Dec 29 17:14:07 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Dec 29 17:14:39 I remembered how much you liked mine when I got it Dec 29 17:15:37 Wanna train later? Assuming you can be spared Dec 29 17:15:49 * Morgan nods Dec 29 17:16:02 Reckon so. Dec 29 17:18:12 * Claudia nods Dec 29 17:18:40 Sorgi will be up if you want any guidance Dec 29 17:19:01 * Morgan nods Dec 29 17:19:22 Hoping to not have to, but I'm not so arrogant as to believe I'm infallible Dec 29 17:21:06 * Claudia nods Dec 29 17:21:29 Want him on deck or doing stuff below? Dec 29 17:23:02 * Morgan smiles slightly Dec 29 17:23:09 I'd rather he takes some time to relax... Dec 29 17:25:44 * Claudia nods Dec 29 17:25:50 As much as he really does Dec 29 17:26:16 * Morgan nods Dec 29 17:26:21 Think that can be said for most of us Dec 29 17:28:04 * Claudia nods Dec 29 17:28:18 Except Heinzharold, he's rarely doing anything else Dec 29 17:29:05 Until it needs doing... I -think- he was telling me off yesterday Dec 29 17:29:47 Why? Dec 29 17:30:07 Says I'm not letting myself be happy Dec 29 17:31:53 Is he right, or are you just a miserable person? Dec 29 17:32:27 I think we'll settle on a bit of both... Dec 29 17:33:17 What are you go8ng to do about it? Dec 29 17:34:12 * Morgan sighs Dec 29 17:34:17 I don't know. I'm trying... Dec 29 17:35:04 * Claudia nods Dec 29 17:35:25 That what's bothering you now? Because he pointed it out? Dec 29 17:35:47 * Morgan shakes his head Dec 29 17:37:33 No... the dreams where I'd knocked the Molly up then met Dietlinde... came to an end... took the opportunity to say goodbye, and its... hurting. Dec 29 17:37:51 * Claudia nods Dec 29 17:38:03 Hoped for closure? Dec 29 17:38:26 * Morgan nods, sighing Dec 29 17:38:28 I suppose so Dec 29 17:40:16 Not feeling it? Dec 29 17:40:45 I dunno... it just felt... final. Dec 29 17:43:09 * Claudia nods Dec 29 17:43:26 Was she upset too? Dec 29 17:43:45 Oh, no, she had no idea... she was trying to marry Sebastien Dec 29 17:44:15 * Claudia groans Dec 29 17:44:28 He seems to keep popping up Dec 29 17:45:17 He's the spare me, he's bound to Dec 29 17:48:04 Yeah, but he's the spare you with -Molly-. Dec 29 17:49:55 Yeah... its... confusing. Mind you, any future I had without Molly was with Dietlinde... Dec 29 17:50:41 That's confusing *she opens her flask, drinking some and thinking more* Dec 29 17:51:21 * Morgan mutters Dec 29 17:51:23 Son of a bitch Dec 29 17:52:36 It matters that our lines crossed... if not with us, then with our children... Dec 29 17:52:36 Who? Dec 29 17:53:06 You, Molly, Seb, and Dietlinde. Some combination? Dec 29 17:53:15 * Morgan nods slightly Dec 29 17:54:04 When HeinzHarold and DIetlinde were king and queen of the shadowfayre, they shared a kiss... they looked like they'd like to do it again then, suddenly, there's a whispering noise and a pole comes down and kills an old lady, completely ruining the moment... Dec 29 17:55:35 * Claudia nods a little Dec 29 17:55:48 Heinzharold is tied up in this too? Dec 29 17:56:30 Sort of... but I wonder if that happened to make sure she was available to me... Dec 29 17:57:27 Feel bad about that? Dec 29 17:58:03 Only a little... look how happy is with Inga Dec 29 18:00:00 I meant the old lady Dec 29 18:00:32 Wasn't my choice. Something we know is that the Nieblungen are absolutely ruthless in getting what they want Dec 29 18:01:56 * Claudia nods Dec 29 18:02:20 But Heinzharold and Molly never seem interested in each other Dec 29 18:02:49 No... I suspect him and Dietlinde was just that... nothing to do with the rest of it Dec 29 18:03:40 That's what might have happened if you and Molly didn't have this huge destiny stuff? Dec 29 18:04:21 * Morgan nods Dec 29 18:05:07 * Claudia shakes her head Dec 29 18:05:21 I don't really see that working, do you? Dec 29 18:05:53 No? Dec 29 18:08:10 He's too silly. Inga keeps his worst impulses in check, but I don't think Dietlinde could have Dec 29 18:08:40 * Morgan nods Dec 29 18:08:44 I can see your reasoning Dec 29 18:14:43 You think I'm wrong Dec 29 18:14:58 Not sure, really Dec 29 18:16:07 * Claudia nods Dec 29 18:17:04 You and Molly have magic. Your kids would have magic. What's the point in Sebastian and Dietlinde being paired up? Dec 29 18:19:57 Florrie has magic where Edward does not... Alarice, as it turns out, had it... her parents did not... Jarvie does not... Dec 29 18:21:02 It might skip a few people then. So his kids. Dec 29 18:21:09 * Morgan nods Dec 29 18:21:30 He carries blood tied to the same line as me... so, yeah Dec 29 18:22:01 Yeah. So why -Dietlinde-? Dec 29 18:23:11 Because they knew we would have children maybe... or... maybe there's something farther back in her line we don't... know... about... Dec 29 18:24:24 * Claudia nods, watching the sky lighten Dec 29 18:24:40 Could be Dec 29 18:25:55 * Morgan nods Dec 29 18:26:02 Gonn' have to look into that Dec 29 18:26:35 * Claudia shrugs Dec 29 18:26:45 Does it make much difference? Dec 29 18:27:19 Not particularly, no... just... I hate not knowing things Dec 29 18:27:28 * Claudia nods Dec 29 18:27:56 *there's an influx of sailors on deck* Dec 29 18:28:10 Looks like you need to stop brooding and start sailing Dec 29 18:29:27 * Morgan nods, getting up and finishing his coffee Dec 29 18:30:42 You off to bed for a bit? Dec 29 18:32:00 You don't want my company? Dec 29 18:32:26 Always... Dec 29 18:33:08 I'll stay Dec 29 18:34:10 * Morgan nods, taking a moment to greet the sailors and checking around before giving the order to cast off and instructions to get out of the berth and port Dec 29 19:37:49 *the dock is easy, and the crew responsive. He gets them out with ease, now on the long sail to their final way point in Castile, not expecting to dock for almost a week. He's about an hour in when he has to decide whether to play it safe getting between two ships or trust in himself, the Rose and the crew to get through Dec 29 19:39:38 * Morgan glances round before rolling his shoulders, going with the latter option Dec 29 19:42:11 *it's mentally intensive work for the next twenty minutes, occassionally having to shout at a sailor. It's close but successful* Dec 29 19:43:04 * Morgan waits until its all calmer before expressing his appreciation for the effort the crew put in when it was needed Dec 29 19:44:38 *the crew look pleased to hear it. The remainder is smooth, and midday comes far sooner than he expected Dec 29 19:47:29 * Morgan waits on deck for his relief Dec 29 19:50:04 *Sorgi comes up* Dec 29 19:50:10 * Claudia is now known as Sorgi Dec 29 19:50:16 How was that? Dec 29 19:51:13 Tense at times... possibly should have erred on the side of caution... Dec 29 19:52:20 It felt smooth. Good work, m'lord Dec 29 19:55:20 * Morgan grins, almost looking bashful Dec 29 19:55:25 Thank you captain Dec 29 20:00:04 * Sorgi smiles "go on, I'm sure you're eager to tell her Excellency all about it" Dec 29 20:00:41 Aye cap'n Dec 29 20:00:54 * Morgan inclines his head before heading below, going via the galley for coffee Dec 29 20:05:02 Cook: Are you ready for lunch, my Lord? Dec 29 20:05:34 Aye mr cook, I reckon so Dec 29 20:07:49 * Sorgi is now known as Cook Dec 29 20:08:44 I'll bring it through. Smooth enough sail that I didn't lose a drop of water from my pans Dec 29 20:09:12 They're a good crew Dec 29 20:11:47 * Cook nods Dec 29 20:11:53 Yes, my lord Dec 29 20:12:46 * Morgan fills his cup, pouring another and putting it near the cook Dec 29 20:12:53 I'll be in my quarters Dec 29 20:14:56 * Cook nods, getting back to work Dec 29 20:16:30 * Morgan heads through to his cabin Dec 29 20:18:37 * Cook is now known as Molly Dec 29 20:19:11 * Molly is having a very basic conversation with Xsarlac in Capperlucian Dec 29 20:19:41 * Morgan sips his coffee, going to sit behind his desk Dec 29 20:23:11 *their lunch is brought in, and everyone squeezes around* Dec 29 20:23:35 HH: hey man, you see that ship we went past? Dec 29 20:24:00 Contrary to popular belief, I was aware of it Dec 29 20:26:34 HH: I opened a porthole up an' high fived th' sailor over there Dec 29 20:26:53 Aye, alright, it was closer than I'd have liked Dec 29 20:29:40 *Inga gives HH a look* Dec 29 20:29:56 HH: Just messin' with ya, man Dec 29 20:31:15 * Morgan shrugs Dec 29 20:31:21 Its true though. It was too close Dec 29 20:33:03 It looked fine to me, liebling Dec 29 20:34:43 I had the choice of playing it safe or trusting myself and the crew... I chose the latter... not sure I would in those circumstances again Dec 29 20:35:21 Why, it was fine Dec 29 20:35:48 V: you have to be brave, Papa Dec 29 20:36:34 * Morgan nods Dec 29 20:36:39 But I have to keep everyone safe Dec 29 20:38:09 V: but we are safe because you are a good Captain Dec 29 20:39:10 * Morgan smiles Dec 29 20:39:13 Still learning though Dec 29 20:40:21 V: You're good at everything except archery Dec 29 20:40:58 Really really not good at that Dec 29 20:43:21 V: Mama is bad at violin Dec 29 20:43:33 * Morgan smiles slightly, sipping his coffee Dec 29 20:43:56 * Molly blushes "yes, I am" Dec 29 20:46:06 * Morgan picks at his food Dec 29 20:48:20 [are you having a difficult time, my love?] Dec 29 20:49:06 [I'm managing... I... I thought you were going to come up during my shift...] Dec 29 20:50:03 [I'm so sorry, I was talking to Xsarlac and time got away from me] Dec 29 20:56:02 [Its fine love, I was busy... I just... thought perhaps you were upset with me Dec 29 21:14:55 [why would I be?] Dec 29 21:17:33 [because of my dream... because I was upset...] Dec 29 21:19:38 [have I ever asked you not to be upset about losing her?] Dec 29 21:19:47 [no love] Dec 29 21:21:18 [then why would I ask today?] Dec 29 21:21:50 [sorry] Dec 29 21:23:24 [you needn't be. We'll talk in quiet time?] Dec 29 21:23:49 * Morgan nods slightly Dec 29 21:23:57 How is the language coming? Dec 29 21:27:02 *Varick gives Morgan a demonstration in speaking Capperlucian whilst Xsarlac translates* Dec 29 21:27:34 * Morgan nods Dec 29 21:27:44 Excellent... doing well... Dec 29 21:29:32 V: Mama is better than me though Dec 29 21:29:53 She is very good at picking up languages Dec 29 21:31:41 *Varick nods* Dec 29 21:32:15 I'm just lucky. My first language teacher was very patient with me Dec 29 21:33:30 Makes a change Dec 29 21:35:19 Zareen: it was you that taught her wasn't it? Dec 29 21:36:55 * Morgan nods Dec 29 21:36:58 She told you? Dec 29 21:39:01 Z: Molly talks about you all the time Dec 29 21:39:23 *there are lots of nods around the table, making the woman in question blush* Dec 29 21:40:56 Should've heard how everyone in Lady Torringtons house used to talk about me... Dec 29 21:41:47 X: They were scared of him Dec 29 21:43:33 * Morgan nods, looking at Xsarlac Dec 29 21:43:47 Must be an adjustment for you, how I am now... Dec 29 21:44:35 X: *he nods* A bit, but Molly has clearly softened you Dec 29 21:44:57 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Dec 29 21:44:57 *HH watches Morgan surreptitiously * Dec 29 21:45:09 $Something on your mind?$ Dec 29 21:48:08 HH $wondered if we're still waiting on the draw* Dec 29 21:49:18 $dealt with$ Dec 29 21:50:26 $thanks. Saves us all some misery$ Dec 29 21:50:53 $I'm sorry man$ Dec 29 21:51:25 Aye, you could say that... going home helped as well... seeing that pillock, too *he nods towards HeinzHarold* Dec 29 21:53:35 *HH grins* hard to stay hard wit( me around Dec 29 21:53:57 * Molly bites her lip Dec 29 21:54:07 * Morgan closes his eyes briefly Dec 29 21:56:13 Going to be a week now before we dock again... then open waters Dec 29 21:56:51 X: The days all run into one once you're out there Dec 29 21:57:12 * Morgan smiles slightly Dec 29 21:57:21 Never were a sailor, were you Dec 29 21:59:28 X: Not for this distance. But around the islands rowing I can do well Dec 29 22:00:37 * Morgan nods Dec 29 22:01:31 Those of us who are called by the sea... days don't run into one, we are just... working at our labour of love. Dec 29 22:03:03 HH: Does get a bit borin' sometimes though Dec 29 22:03:49 * Morgan shrugs Dec 29 22:04:09 I can't say I get that... Dec 29 22:05:24 *HH shrugs* you're basically half-mermaid Dec 29 22:06:48 You make a good point Dec 29 22:08:27 V: but he doesn't look like a girl Dec 29 22:09:13 There must be mermen... Dec 29 22:10:18 V: And merbabies Dec 29 22:10:37 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Dec 29 22:10:45 Wonder if there's any the other way up... Dec 29 22:11:10 *the boy eats a mouthful* how would they make merbabies if he doesn't have a penis? Dec 29 22:11:39 *HH creases up at this, and the others try not to* Dec 29 22:11:53 Who says he doesn't? Dec 29 22:13:09 V: But he's a fish on the bottom Dec 29 22:13:40 Fish still manage don't they? Imagine if he was the other way round, legs on the bottom, fish on the top Dec 29 22:15:32 V: Then he would have a penis Dec 29 22:16:02 Like HeinzHarold's ma says, no more penis at the table please young man... Dec 29 22:16:41 *Varick stares open mouthed* she said that to you? Dec 29 22:18:04 No, she said it to HeinzHarold... all the time... last time was only a few months ago... Dec 29 22:19:52 *the boy looks at HH* why was your-... *Molly interrupts him* I rather think we might be done with lunch. Varick, Shall we take the plates back to the galley? Dec 29 22:20:14 V: But Mama, I want to know why! Dec 29 22:20:56 * Morgan speaks gently Dec 29 22:21:01 Go on lad, do as your mama asks Dec 29 22:22:44 *Varick gets up, helping Molly, and Inga goes with them* Dec 29 22:22:51 * Molly is now known as Xsarlac Dec 29 22:23:09 Children are very honest at this age Dec 29 22:24:04 * Morgan nods Dec 29 22:24:37 They have no real concept of what thoughts should not be spoken in company... much like HeinzHarold Dec 29 22:25:14 It's how things are in Capperlucia. He has an inquisitive mind Dec 29 22:28:03 * Morgan nods Dec 29 22:28:22 Yes, he has... he's very bright. A pity he was not allowed to show it Dec 29 22:51:22 *Amir starts crying from the nest of blankets they've made him on the floor* Dec 29 22:51:41 He was your cousin's child? Dec 29 22:53:01 Not exactly... turns out his mother was one of the staff in his fathers household... he's half Ussuran Dec 29 22:54:23 * Xsarlac nods. Heinzharold goes to pick the baby up Dec 29 22:54:34 Now he is your son Dec 29 22:56:56 * Morgan nods, watching HeinzHarold Dec 29 22:57:03 Of course, we adopted him before we knew any of that Dec 29 22:59:01 *Heinzharold picks the child up, singing to him about the fish in the sea and bouncing him around. The crying stops almost immediately* Dec 29 22:59:28 How are you finding fatherhood? Dec 29 23:01:20 Its not my first time... though the particular circumstances with Varick can be challenging at times. Dec 29 23:03:11 * Xsarlac looks like he's trying to work out if Morgan's old enough to have grown children Dec 29 23:04:08 * Morgan watches him for a moment Dec 29 23:04:22 Jana was two and a half when she died... Dec 29 23:07:17 *Zareen says* Oh Morgan, that's awful! Dec 29 23:07:34 * Xsarlac looks sad "I'm sorry, I had no clue" Dec 29 23:07:51 * Morgan nods Dec 29 23:09:44 I'm not... I wasn't an unkind man... I was very much like HeinzHarold growing up... the version of me that you knew, that man... he was hurting, so very badly. It wasn't just a loss of my wife and daughter. Dec 29 23:11:36 * Xsarlac waits for him to continue. HH isn't paying attention, making chomping noises and faces at the chuckling baby when the bit of the song about the shark arrives Dec 29 23:11:55 * Morgan glances at HeinzHarold, smiling briefly before looking back to Xsarlac Dec 29 23:12:24 A man came, barricaded them in the house and... he killed them. Dec 29 23:15:20 * Xsarlac shakes his head with disgust whilst Zareen wipes her eyes with her sleeve Dec 29 23:15:32 No wonder you were like you were Dec 29 23:15:51 * Morgan nods Dec 29 23:17:07 Been trying to explain to my friend quite how full of -hate- I was... They've only known who I was and who I am now... Dec 29 23:18:19 * Xsarlac nods Dec 29 23:18:47 Maybe your friends don't want to dwell on it and are just glad to have you back to normal? Dec 29 23:19:49 Perhaps. Dec 29 23:22:19 Z: How long ago was it, Morgan? Dec 29 23:22:38 Nearly three and half years ago now Dec 29 23:23:20 Z: That's a long time Dec 29 23:23:30 * Morgan shrugs Dec 29 23:23:33 Doesn't really feel it Dec 29 23:24:00 Z: *she nods* Dec 29 23:24:19 You seem much happier now Dec 29 23:24:31 * Morgan nods Dec 29 23:24:48 I have difficult days... I still get nightmares... but I am happy Dec 29 23:24:59 * Xsarlac nods Dec 29 23:25:21 I knew someone would be wise enough to marry Molly, I just wasn't sure who Dec 29 23:26:42 I never thought anyone could make me care again, let alone love as deeply as I love her... Dec 29 23:29:15 Z: That's very romantic Dec 29 23:29:25 I suppose.... Dec 29 23:31:29 *Molly and the others return. Inga watches HH with the baby whilst Molly takes Varick for his nap* Dec 29 23:32:55 * Morgan watches Inga Dec 29 23:33:31 *Inga looks very broody* Dec 29 23:34:23 * Morgan sips his coffee Dec 29 23:35:37 *HH smiles at her before bringing Amir over* Must be nearly quiet time Dec 29 23:36:29 * Morgan nods Dec 29 23:36:31 Not long now Dec 29 23:37:41 *he hands Amir to Zareen* we'll see y' in a bit then Dec 29 23:37:47 HH* Dec 29 23:39:39 * Morgan nods Dec 29 23:39:41 Alright man Dec 29 23:40:50 *HH takes Inga's hand, leading her out* Dec 29 23:41:19 We'll do likewise. You'll need some time to wind down after that Dec 29 23:42:02 * Morgan nods Dec 29 23:42:06 We'll see you soon Dec 29 23:45:08 * Xsarlac , his wife and child have been gone five minutes when Molly comes back. She sits on the couch before taking her shoes off Dec 29 23:45:43 Why does no one warn parents about boys and their obsession with genitalia?! Dec 29 23:45:48 * Xsarlac is now known as Molly Dec 29 23:46:21 Be thankful you didn't have to have the conversation about how babies are made Dec 29 23:48:31 * Molly smiles Dec 29 23:48:47 I am. And you will be spared that when we have daughters Dec 29 23:48:56 * Morgan nods Dec 29 23:49:01 Inga is quite broody... Dec 29 23:51:08 * Molly nods Dec 29 23:51:13 Aren't we all?! Dec 29 23:52:09 * Morgan nods Dec 29 23:52:14 I suppose we are, yes Dec 29 23:53:17 She will be pregnant soon I hope Dec 29 23:54:24 * Morgan nods Dec 29 23:54:25 aye Dec 29 23:55:47 * Molly offers her hand Dec 29 23:55:52 How are you? Dec 29 23:56:26 * Morgan moves to the couch, taking her hand Dec 29 23:56:32 I'm alright Dec 29 23:59:12 * Molly kisses his knuckles Dec 29 23:59:26 Will you sit?