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Jan 14 16:47:07 * Morgan nods Jan 14 16:47:36 In my navy days I wouldn't have even thought about it... I missed them, of course but... I don't know, it feels different now Jan 14 16:48:09 You're older now... Jan 14 16:48:17 * MollyK sips her drink Jan 14 16:48:20 * Morgan nods Jan 14 16:49:30 I think... the last few months, the closeness that has developed with Edward, my father.... The idea of being in Hafenlohr but still a weeks travel from my brother, it... pains me. *he smiles sightly* and of course, I always miss my mother Jan 14 16:52:10 * MollyK nods, sipping the brandy Jan 14 16:52:18 It is still a surprise Jan 14 16:52:38 Edward? Jan 14 16:53:16 And your father really Jan 14 16:53:52 Whyso? Jan 14 16:54:08 That you still love them so much Jan 14 16:54:38 * Morgan nods Jan 14 16:55:34 I was selfish and naive and didn't understand the situation I was putting my father in... and neither Edward nor myself could see how father could've fixed it, had he been given opportunity Jan 14 16:56:55 * MollyK takes his hand Jan 14 16:57:19 You were idealistic and in love, and you'd been through so much in the War for such a young man Jan 14 16:58:11 maybe... no more than anyone else Jan 14 16:59:16 But you were much gentler than most men. Less worldly. Jan 14 16:59:25 Aye, perhaps Jan 14 16:59:44 * MollyK frowns slightly Jan 14 16:59:51 Do you regret it? Jan 14 17:00:42 I regret the pain I caused Jan 14 17:02:02 * MollyK nods Jan 14 17:02:53 That's understandable, my love Jan 14 17:03:21 * Morgan nods, relaxing back onto the couch Jan 14 17:04:35 * MollyK strokes his arm "your family is strengthening, don't you think?" Jan 14 17:05:02 -our- family is... Jan 14 17:06:07 * MollyK smiles Jan 14 17:06:23 That's sweet Jan 14 17:07:07 You still feel like an outsider? Jan 14 17:08:38 No... but I also feel like your relationship with them isn't very connected to me Jan 14 17:10:37 Aside from it being entirely based on the changes that you sparked in me Jan 14 17:11:52 * MollyK smiles gently "I think this potential was always in you, my love" Jan 14 17:12:53 I was not willing to find out before you Jan 14 17:14:34 I think you give me far too much credit Jan 14 17:14:43 * Morgan shakes his head Jan 14 17:14:53 I disagree... and Sigfried would agree with me Jan 14 17:15:56 * MollyK leans her cheek to his shoulder Jan 14 17:16:06 I am pleased you've come so far Jan 14 17:16:26 * Morgan nods Jan 14 17:16:32 Me too, difficult as it is at times Jan 14 17:18:24 * MollyK nods Jan 14 17:19:46 I do not think a permanent settling in Eisen would have worked had those bonds not been reformed Jan 14 17:21:37 I don't know... one our way through Eisen I'd more or less accepted that I had a duty to perform... Jan 14 17:24:07 Why then? Jan 14 17:25:09 I suppose I was reminded of my distaste for the way some people in power behaved... and that I could make some sort of difference Jan 14 17:26:13 * MollyK nods Jan 14 17:26:22 And you will. I know it. Jan 14 17:26:35 We'll see, I suppose Jan 14 17:30:37 I have faith in you... in us. Jan 14 17:31:14 * Morgan nods, leaning against her Jan 14 17:32:04 Have you thought about whether you will wish for time alone on your wedding anniversary on Thursday? Jan 14 17:33:01 I've been avoiding thinking about it Jan 14 17:33:48 I wondered if you'd wish to go to church as we should be provisioning then, but it's Castile and there'll only be Vaticine churches Jan 14 17:34:02 * Morgan shakes his head Jan 14 17:34:28 No... no I don't want to do that Jan 14 17:34:46 * MollyK nods Jan 14 17:34:57 We will accommodate you however you need Jan 14 17:36:26 I'll have a watch of course... Jan 14 17:36:43 Yes, that's wise Jan 14 17:37:19 Something to keep me occupied? Jan 14 17:37:53 * MollyK nods Jan 14 17:38:08 You like to work Jan 14 17:40:17 * Morgan nods Jan 14 17:41:12 I find it helps calm my mind... a bit... Jan 14 17:41:21 * MollyK nods Jan 14 17:41:32 I will help with magic where I can Jan 14 17:42:07 maybe Jan 14 17:43:04 You prefer to feel it and work through it? Jan 14 17:43:54 * Morgan shrugs Jan 14 17:44:24 I still feel the emotions, just not the physical reactions to them when you use your magic... Jan 14 17:45:31 I wish I could heal the mind too Jan 14 17:46:45 I think we both know I'm stubborn enough to not allow that Jan 14 17:47:39 * MollyK nods Jan 14 17:47:44 I suppose so Jan 14 17:50:11 * MollyK sips the brandy Jan 14 17:50:21 Varick is already very attached to Amir Jan 14 17:50:48 * Morgan nods, sighing Jan 14 17:50:55 Its going to be hell when we leave them behind Jan 14 17:51:15 For Varick...? Jan 14 17:51:38 * Morgan glances at her Jan 14 17:51:44 Yes, I like having him around Jan 14 17:51:52 * MollyK nods Jan 14 17:51:59 Me too Jan 14 17:52:57 It is not impossible to consider another adoption as I'm not to have a baby for another eighteen months or so... Jan 14 17:53:21 I don't see that Zareen would be willing to let him go... Jan 14 17:53:53 I didn't mean Amir specifically. The world is full of orphanages Jan 14 17:54:18 true... but we are already committed to finding a shifter to foster... Jan 14 17:55:06 We have a big house, staff, and a good income Jan 14 17:55:38 You really wish me to consider this? Jan 14 17:59:48 * MollyK shrugs Jan 14 17:59:57 It's just an idea, my love Jan 14 18:01:35 * Morgan looks at her Jan 14 18:01:42 What do you feel about it? Jan 14 18:02:26 I will think more on it Jan 14 18:03:14 * Morgan nods Jan 14 18:03:28 I'm not dead set against it... Jan 14 18:03:54 * MollyK nods, smiling Jan 14 18:04:15 That seems like a reasonable starting point Jan 14 18:05:10 * Morgan nods Jan 14 18:05:13 I suppose so Jan 14 18:05:33 * MollyK nods, squeezing his hand Jan 14 18:05:41 It doesn't feel too soon? Jan 14 18:06:13 * Morgan shrugs Jan 14 18:06:31 I'm just... wary of over committing and letting any of the children down Jan 14 18:06:58 I think you have a lot of love to give, like Edward has said Jan 14 18:07:33 * Morgan nods Jan 14 18:07:41 He's not the -dumbest- of people Jan 14 18:07:57 Heinzharold wins that award... Jan 14 18:09:05 My father is still convinced of that Jan 14 18:09:17 * MollyK laughs Jan 14 18:09:20 Oh dear Jan 14 18:12:14 * Morgan nods Jan 14 18:12:25 I've told Edward he's not so dense as he seems but I don't think he buys it Jan 14 18:14:33 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jan 14 18:25:21 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jan 14 18:25:28 * MollyK nods Jan 14 18:25:44 Old beliefs are hard to undo Jan 14 18:26:38 * Morgan nods Jan 14 18:26:43 Yes... yes they are Jan 14 18:30:32 Do you have many of me that have been hard to undo? Jan 14 18:31:16 Such as? Jan 14 18:31:42 I don't know Jan 14 18:32:35 Sometimes I forget you have endured so much Jan 14 18:34:02 * MollyK shrugs Jan 14 18:34:20 I have tried to move on from it Jan 14 18:35:31 But it still has its effects... Jan 14 18:35:48 * MollyK nods Jan 14 18:36:10 I have more of a fear of being destitute than others Jan 14 18:36:51 * Morgan nods Jan 14 18:36:58 Aye... Jan 14 18:39:24 And I suppose a sense that I am not enough Jan 14 18:41:33 And that you will be cast out... Jan 14 18:43:26 * MollyK nods Jan 14 18:43:36 That love can be temporary Jan 14 18:45:07 * Morgan nods Jan 14 18:45:13 You're stuck with me Jan 14 18:46:10 I'm happy to be so bound Jan 14 18:47:00 * Morgan nods Jan 14 18:47:02 Noticed.. Jan 14 18:48:48 * MollyK nods Jan 14 18:48:54 I hope so Jan 14 18:49:38 * Morgan nods Jan 14 18:51:18 * MollyK shivers Jan 14 18:51:37 You're due in the nest soon? Jan 14 18:51:58 * Morgan nods Jan 14 18:52:01 Aye, I am Jan 14 18:52:20 Are you looking forward to the solitude? Jan 14 18:53:41 * Morgan shrugs Jan 14 18:53:49 I've always liked being in the nest Jan 14 18:54:16 * MollyK nods Jan 14 18:54:49 It's a pity the last ship is already planned, you could have made a two person nest Jan 14 18:55:21 And give sailors an idea? No, I'd rather they pay attention Jan 14 18:57:09 Mmm you spoil my fantasies as well as starring in them Jan 14 18:57:28 * Morgan smiles slightly Jan 14 18:57:33 Ever practical, I'm afraid Jan 14 18:58:01 In that, you are very Avalonian Jan 14 18:58:18 * Morgan nods Jan 14 18:58:20 Definitely Jan 14 18:59:58 * MollyK nods Jan 14 19:00:27 Will you come to bed when you are done? Jan 14 19:00:53 Uhhh... I'm not entirely sure... maybe for a bit. I want to see Claudia in command... Jan 14 19:03:17 * MollyK nods Jan 14 19:03:26 You will be missed Jan 14 19:05:58 I might come to bed for a couple of hours Jan 14 19:06:22 * MollyK nods "you can always wake me if you need" Jan 14 19:07:05 * Morgan nods Jan 14 19:09:39 Alright blossom Jan 14 19:10:10 * MollyK smiles Jan 14 19:10:29 I should probably retire, my love, and give you time to get ready Jan 14 19:11:48 Alright blossom Jan 14 19:12:23 * MollyK stands, bending down to kiss him softly and slowly Jan 14 19:14:39 I'll try not to wake you when I come in Jan 14 19:16:02 * MollyK shrugs "if you -need- me, please do wake me" Jan 14 19:17:07 * Morgan nods Jan 14 19:17:10 I will if needs be Jan 14 19:17:49 But either way, you will cuddle up? Jan 14 19:18:56 * Morgan nods Jan 14 19:18:58 Aye, I will Jan 14 19:19:35 * MollyK kisses him quickly Jan 14 19:19:48 It's always very cute when you do that Jan 14 19:20:15 * Morgan slaps her thigh gently Jan 14 19:20:22 Go on with you, woman Jan 14 19:20:29 * MollyK giggles Jan 14 19:20:40 Goodnight, mon petit chou Jan 14 19:21:47 Goodnight blossom Jan 14 19:23:07 * MollyK goes to their bedroom, and the cat comes out Jan 14 19:55:31 *Ulysses wraps around his shoulders when he goes on deck. HH and Claudia are up there in the cold dark* Jan 14 19:55:45 Fuck are you pair doing up here at this hour? Jan 14 19:56:04 * MollyK is now known as Claudia Jan 14 19:56:25 I'm just coming off watch, and he's here to check on you Jan 14 19:58:07 On me? Jan 14 19:58:51 HH: see how y' are after lookin' after the babe Jan 14 19:59:10 * Morgan shrugs Jan 14 19:59:12 'M ok Jan 14 19:59:31 HH: I'll go to bed then Jan 14 19:59:43 * Morgan hugs him sudden;y Jan 14 19:59:49 Talk about it tomorrow? Jan 14 20:01:14 *hh hugs him back* alright, man Jan 14 20:02:34 * Morgan nods, patting his back before letting go and looking to Claudia Jan 14 20:02:38 Anything to handover? Jan 14 20:03:00 * Claudia shakes her head Jan 14 20:03:07 No, all quiet Jan 14 20:03:46 What times your command start tomorrow? Jan 14 20:04:23 Eight Jan 14 20:04:35 * Morgan nods Jan 14 20:04:50 Alright then. Go get some sleep. Jan 14 20:07:28 * Claudia nods, going below with HH. Ulysses purrs by his ear Jan 14 20:08:01 * Morgan fusses the cats chin as he makes his way t the main mast before calling up to the sailor in the nest Jan 14 20:08:28 *the other man comes down, reporting that it's all quiet* Jan 14 20:08:51 * Morgan thanks him before climbing up to take his place Jan 14 20:11:23 *it's very cold up here, but the fur helps. It gives him some time to think and to watch the stars. About an hour passes before there's a shooting star* Jan 14 20:12:04 * Morgan smiles, making a wish Jan 14 20:12:55 *Ulysses miaows* Jan 14 20:13:05 * Morgan rubs the cats head Jan 14 20:13:23 So what do you think about settling down in a house, hmm? Jan 14 20:15:40 * Claudia is now known as Ulysses Jan 14 20:15:44 * Ulysses purrs Jan 14 20:18:07 No more sailing... Jan 14 20:19:33 * Ulysses nuzzles him, purring louder Jan 14 20:20:00 * Morgan makes a fuss of the cat Jan 14 20:20:13 Cold, huh... Jan 14 20:20:28 * Ulysses does feel cold tonight Jan 14 20:20:54 * Morgan pulls him off his shoulder, tucking him inside his coat before rubbing the cats head Jan 14 20:22:32 * Ulysses purrs louder again. The weight of him is like a newborn Jan 14 20:23:06 * Morgan smiles, looking round briefly Jan 14 20:23:28 Gonn' be a lot of babies... and of course the shifting... thats gonn' be tough to explain to you Jan 14 20:23:53 * Ulysses bakes bread on his chest, no claws Jan 14 20:24:16 *he sees another shooting star from the same part of the sky* Jan 14 20:24:35 * Morgan makes another wish Jan 14 20:25:53 *there's three more in the following hour* Jan 14 20:26:50 * Morgan shifts, trying to get more comfortable, drinking some coffee Jan 14 20:31:34 *it's gone cold by the time four rolls around uneventfully, the cat long abandoning interaction for sleep* Jan 14 20:32:47 * Morgan waits for his relief Jan 14 20:33:53 *the other sailor comes up on time* Jan 14 20:35:41 * Morgan gives him a handover before dropping down the rigging and heading to his quarters Jan 14 20:35:55 * Ulysses is still in his coat Jan 14 20:36:21 * Morgan sheds his coat onto the couch, leaving the cat bundled up in it Jan 14 20:36:32 * Ulysses doesn't wake Jan 14 20:36:47 * Morgan smiles slightly before heading through to the bedroom, getting undressed Jan 14 20:37:07 *it's all dark, but he can hear her breathing* Jan 14 20:37:53 * Morgan climbs gently into bed, curling up behind her Jan 14 20:38:11 * Ulysses is now known as Molly Jan 14 20:38:43 * Molly reaches a hand back to rest it on his hip, but says nothing Jan 14 20:39:47 * Morgan throws an arm over her before trying to settle to sleep Jan 14 20:49:07 ACTION does drift off. He's in the dream thread of Molly as Jaeger's widow. The documents were fine, and so the wedding is due to be in the village the following day. This evening is a party for family and noble guests, and Morgan has insisted that Connie and Will join them. Molly is around, as usual her morning sickness has faded by the evening. Jan 14 20:49:08 Only they and Adalbrecht know so far. In the ballroom, there's some dancing. Claudia and her husband are dancing, Heinzharold's children with Morgan's under Edward's wife's eye. Adalbrecht is talking to a couple, Verity to Karsten, Morgan's late cousin's widower. He's blonde and handsome, but not as handsome as Heinzharold Jan 14 20:50:13 * Morgan finds himself a corner, watching people Jan 14 20:52:19 *he spots a boy of about eleven in one corner, trying to hide behind a statue Jan 14 20:52:59 * Morgan slowly sidles over, stopping a few feet away Jan 14 20:53:07 Who might you be young man? Jan 14 20:54:53 * Molly is now known as Varick Jan 14 20:55:03 * Varick looks wary, speaking quietly Jan 14 20:55:17 Varick Eldreich, my Lord Jan 14 20:55:30 Karstens son? Jan 14 20:55:43 Yes, my Lord Jan 14 20:55:50 * Morgan nods Jan 14 20:55:53 Mind if I sit down? Jan 14 20:56:04 * Varick shrugs Jan 14 20:56:09 It's a free country Jan 14 20:56:35 * Morgan nods, sitting down on the floor against the wall Jan 14 20:56:38 My names Morgan Jan 14 20:58:59 You're Lady Eldreich's cousin Jan 14 21:00:08 * Morgan nods Jan 14 21:00:14 Yes, thats right Jan 14 21:01:28 * Varick watches him Jan 14 21:01:33 She's dead now Jan 14 21:02:08 * Morgan nods Jan 14 21:02:18 So I understand... I'm sorry you had to endure that Jan 14 21:02:26 * Varick shrugs Jan 14 21:02:57 It's okay Jan 14 21:03:21 Must've been difficult for you... Jan 14 21:03:28 Not really Jan 14 21:03:34 No? Jan 14 21:03:50 No. I don't like parties or weddings, Jan 14 21:04:03 Oh... why's that? Jan 14 21:04:14 They're boring Jan 14 21:04:30 * Morgan nods Jan 14 21:04:59 Not enough children, thats the problem... difficult to play on your own Jan 14 21:05:18 I'm not a child, I'm nearly a man Jan 14 21:06:54 I should say you are... but... its always worth remembering how to play as if you weren't... Jan 14 21:07:05 * Varick shrugs Jan 14 21:07:13 I don't play with anyone Jan 14 21:07:21 * Morgan frowns Jan 14 21:07:26 That doesn't seem very fun Jan 14 21:07:43 I like being alone or with animals Jan 14 21:08:05 Oh I see... would you like me to leave you alone? Or shall we talk some more? Jan 14 21:08:18 * Varick shrugs Jan 14 21:08:34 You can go to your party or not Jan 14 21:09:04 Oh I don't know... my father told me to be here Jan 14 21:09:48 Is he making you get married too? Jan 14 21:10:10 No, thats my decision Jan 14 21:10:50 * Varick nods Jan 14 21:11:06 Do you believe in ghosts? Jan 14 21:11:34 * Morgan scratches his chin Jan 14 21:11:40 *the lingering pain of knowing Dietlinde and Jana have not left the clearing resurges* Jan 14 21:11:52 yes... yes I do. Jan 14 21:12:06 * Varick watches him shrewdly Jan 14 21:12:19 Have you ever -seen- one Jan 14 21:16:29 No... felt a couple though... you? Jan 14 21:17:14 * Varick looks around Jan 14 21:17:28 How do I know I can trust you? Jan 14 21:19:58 Thats an interesting question... not sure.... I can give you my word... Jan 14 21:20:29 * Varick watches him intently Jan 14 21:20:49 Okay. I see them a lot Jan 14 21:21:10 * Morgan watches him Jan 14 21:21:13 How? Jan 14 21:21:22 With my eyes Jan 14 21:22:30 * Morgan blinks Jan 14 21:22:35 Most people can't... Jan 14 21:22:51 I know. I'm weird. Jan 14 21:23:59 Y'know, in Avalon, lots of people can do strange things... people don't even think about it there... not like here... Jan 14 21:25:40 Can they shapeshift? Jan 14 21:26:19 I've not met anyone who can, but I've not met anyone who likes cauliflower over there, but I know some people do... Jan 14 21:26:40 I can do that Jan 14 21:27:36 Really?! Jan 14 21:28:07 * Varick nods Jan 14 21:28:19 You can't tell or I'll die Jan 14 21:29:00 You been carrying that around all on your own? Jan 14 21:29:10 * Varick nods Jan 14 21:29:19 No one knows Jan 14 21:29:25 * Morgan nods, making a crossing motion across his heart Jan 14 21:29:35 Promise I won't tell anyone. Why'd you tell me? Jan 14 21:30:57 You don't seem like normal grown ups Jan 14 21:31:26 * Morgan nods Jan 14 21:31:34 Thats accurate Jan 14 21:33:43 Aren't you scared of me now? Jan 14 21:34:30 What can you shift into? Jan 14 21:35:28 A wolf Jan 14 21:36:00 * Morgan nods slowly Jan 14 21:36:13 So... not a Schattenmann? Or a dragon? Jan 14 21:37:10 * Varick shakes his head Jan 14 21:37:15 No Jan 14 21:37:33 Then.... No, I'm not. Jan 14 21:38:17 Are you scared that I can talk to ghosts? Jan 14 21:38:50 A little bit uneasy... because my first wife and my daughter died and... I think they're ghosts now Jan 14 21:39:20 There's no ghosts in the house Jan 14 21:39:38 No... they didn't live here... we had a cottage that burned down Jan 14 21:41:00 * Varick nods Jan 14 21:41:05 Okay Jan 14 21:41:25 I'm very sad they aren't at peace Jan 14 21:41:55 * Varick nods. There's quite a loud shout of "Gorgan?!" Jan 14 21:42:40 * Morgan leans over, trying to catch sight of Connie Jan 14 21:44:35 *the little black-haired girl is looking around with her emerald eyes* Jan 14 21:45:54 Connie... over here Jan 14 21:46:44 *she comes running over, clambering on him* Found you, Gorgan! Jan 14 21:47:04 * Morgan pulls her into his lap Jan 14 21:47:06 Yes, you did Jan 14 21:47:36 * Varick looks at Varick before looking back to Morgan, hugging him* Jan 14 21:47:41 C* Jan 14 21:48:11 Connie, this is my friend Varick... Varick, this is Connie... she's going to be my little girl Jan 14 21:49:47 * Varick looks at her. She holds out her hand like a handshake, and he shakes it cautiously. Morgan feels his neck prickle Jan 14 21:51:23 * Morgan speaks quietly Jan 14 21:51:38 Varick... Connie is special too Jan 14 21:51:51 C: *she looks to Morgan with a sad expression* why he so scared and lonely, Gorgan? Jan 14 21:52:15 * Varick 's eyes go wide "how does she know that?!" Jan 14 21:53:09 Its like with you, Varick... she can tell what people are feeling... so now you have a secret about us too... Jan 14 21:53:54 * Varick looks to consider this, whilst Morgan sees movement from the corner of his eye Jan 14 21:54:02 * Morgan looks over Jan 14 21:55:02 *Karsten Eldreich, Graf Gottkirchen, walks over. He is dressed as fancily as an Eisenfurst* Jan 14 21:55:35 My lord... you'll excuse my not getting up, I hope... Jan 14 21:56:04 * Varick is now known as Karsten Jan 14 21:57:12 *he briefly nods to Morgan before looking to Varick* What are you doing hidden here, young man? Come out and socialise. I don't pay for you to be at Paderborn to slink off like this at events. Jan 14 21:57:53 *Varick gets out, looking chastised but compliant rather than distressed* Yes, my Lord Jan 14 21:58:15 Sorry my lord, he was keeping me company, along with Connie... Jan 14 21:59:09 *She looks up at the Graf, and Morgan can see she's about to make some untimely comment* Jan 14 21:59:43 * Karsten nods "The groom should be available too, don't you think?" Jan 14 22:00:11 * Morgan taps Connie Jan 14 22:00:30 Come on little lady, lets go be sociable Jan 14 22:01:52 * Karsten takes Varick by a hand on the shoulder, steering the reluctant shy boy into the throng Jan 14 22:02:09 * Karsten is now known as Connie Jan 14 22:02:16 Boy is sad Jan 14 22:02:21 * Morgan nods Jan 14 22:02:28 Yes, he is... Jan 14 22:02:44 Where's boy's mama? Jan 14 22:02:56 She died Jan 14 22:03:11 My papa died Jan 14 22:03:15 * Morgan nods Jan 14 22:03:20 Yes, he did Jan 14 22:03:37 Boy's mama hurt family? Jan 14 22:04:23 I don't know sweetheart Jan 14 22:04:36 My papa hurt Mama Jan 14 22:04:44 * Morgan nods Jan 14 22:04:46 Yes he did Jan 14 22:06:15 *they get drawn into the party. The children have met Edward now, but Connie still watches with interest as Edward approaches with his odd gait. He looks serious* Jan 14 22:06:42 E: Ilena wonders if you want the children taking up with ours? Jan 14 22:07:10 * Morgan watches him for a moment Jan 14 22:07:15 Why so serious Edward? Jan 14 22:09:17 E: Your marrying is a serious business Jan 14 22:09:32 * Morgan puts Connie down Jan 14 22:09:45 Connie sweetheart, go fetch Will and go to Ilena please Jan 14 22:10:04 *she does so* Jan 14 22:10:09 * Connie is now known as Edward Jan 14 22:10:38 You seem troubled... I would know what concerns you Jan 14 22:10:56 I am not concerned Jan 14 22:11:20 But my marrying is a serious business... Jan 14 22:12:07 Oh course it is Jan 14 22:13:19 Why? Jan 14 22:13:55 It's significant that you are marrying after what... what happened Jan 14 22:14:07 * Morgan nods Jan 14 22:15:41 Ilena thinks Molly is increasing Jan 14 22:15:50 Does she? Jan 14 22:15:57 * Edward nods Jan 14 22:16:28 Something about looking dull Jan 14 22:16:44 Thats... an interesting statement... Jan 14 22:17:08 That's what they say about having girls Jan 14 22:17:27 I can't say I've heard that Jan 14 22:17:36 * Edward nods Jan 14 22:17:50 Is it true? Jan 14 22:18:37 Would it matter? Jan 14 22:19:10 No, but she'll only try to wheedle it from Molly if I cannot confirm it for her Jan 14 22:20:40 * Morgan watches him seriously Jan 14 22:21:58 I'll tell her to mind her own business then Jan 14 22:22:23 * Morgan takes him by the arm, moving him away from others Jan 14 22:22:41 * Edward goes along Jan 14 22:23:33 I will not lie... but... I think telling you that she is increasing is quite a step of trust... don't you? Jan 14 22:23:42 * Edward nods Jan 14 22:23:57 I would not harm any of them. Jan 14 22:28:32 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jan 14 22:47:50 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jan 14 22:48:03 [22:09:39] Edward: I would not harm any of them. Jan 14 22:48:07 * MollyK is now known as Edward Jan 14 22:49:31 I know... if I thought that one or other of us would not be here... but this... is different... Jan 14 22:49:48 Why is it different? Jan 14 22:51:03 Because I've seen your remorse... even if I believed you harboured ill-will, I could protect them... but this is a very personal sort of information... sharing something private... Jan 14 22:51:21 * Edward nods Jan 14 22:51:38 It is Jan 14 22:52:11 * Morgan nods Jan 14 22:52:27 With that in mind... Ilena is correct. Father knows. And now you. Jan 14 22:55:30 * Edward smiles faintly Jan 14 22:55:51 Are congratulations in order, or is it an unwelcome development? Jan 14 22:56:34 It is unexpected... and, lets be honest, ill timed... but it is not why we are to marry... I had decided before we knew... Jan 14 22:57:01 * Edward nods Jan 14 22:57:22 Congratulations then, I hope you will all be very happy Jan 14 22:59:13 * Morgan nods Jan 14 22:59:25 Thank you... Jan 14 23:00:54 *he spots Varick slip out of the door into the hall* Jan 14 23:01:31 Excuse me... Jan 14 23:01:43 * Morgan follows Varick out Jan 14 23:02:30 * Edward is now known as Varick Jan 14 23:02:51 * Varick is running stealthily through the house Jan 14 23:04:10 * Morgan follows him quickly Jan 14 23:05:33 * Varick goes out and past the Veisgraf Wing to the stables Jan 14 23:05:46 Where are you off to? Jan 14 23:07:45 * Varick skids in the gravel Jan 14 23:07:52 To see the horses Jan 14 23:08:35 Alright then... Jan 14 23:08:44 * Morgan walks in that direction Jan 14 23:09:43 * Varick continues on, going to a big brown horse with a white blaze. He stands in front of it, watching the horse intently Jan 14 23:11:51 * Morgan watches him quietly Jan 14 23:12:14 *the horse slowly looks at Morgan* Jan 14 23:13:04 thats... eerie... Jan 14 23:13:55 *the horse winks at him* Jan 14 23:14:03 * Morgan startles Jan 14 23:14:36 *the horse looks at the boy. Xantha huffs* Jan 14 23:15:13 * Morgan moves slightly, patting Xantha's nose Jan 14 23:15:19 Alright... take it easy Jan 14 23:16:04 Your horse is jealous Jan 14 23:16:23 You can understand them too? Jan 14 23:17:54 * Varick nods Jan 14 23:19:09 right... ok... what's he jealous about? Jan 14 23:19:50 My father's horse getting attention Jan 14 23:20:24 * Morgan nods, rubbing Xantha's face Jan 14 23:21:45 What else can your daughter do? Jan 14 23:22:32 Thats all she can do as far as I know Jan 14 23:23:40 * Varick nods Jan 14 23:23:51 I could help you with your ghosts Jan 14 23:24:25 That would be... good. I hate to think of them not at peace Jan 14 23:25:20 I can't make them leave, but I can talk to them Jan 14 23:25:38 * Morgan nods Jan 14 23:25:46 I don't want you getting in trouble with your father... Jan 14 23:27:50 He's found a woman to talk to, he'll forget I exist Jan 14 23:29:12 I see... Jan 14 23:30:16 Are you allowed to go, or do you have to ask your Mother? *he thinks* Or your Fiancée? Jan 14 23:30:50 I think we can sneak away for a little while Jan 14 23:32:30 * Varick nods, getting his father's horse out Jan 14 23:34:33 No one will miss me Jan 14 23:35:06 Thats sad Jan 14 23:36:13 * Varick shrugs Jan 14 23:36:26 Some people don't really matter to anyone Jan 14 23:36:36 I think you matter Jan 14 23:38:18 No one at my school does. I don't have friends. *the horse crouches so Varick can get up bareback* Jan 14 23:39:14 If it makes you feel any better... I've only got two Jan 14 23:40:39 * Varick shrugs, waiting for him to be ready Jan 14 23:40:49 * Morgan climbs onto the horse Jan 14 23:40:51 When you're this different, it's better to be alone Jan 14 23:41:49 Maybe, since I know about what you can do... maybe we can be friends? Jan 14 23:42:19 If you want Jan 14 23:43:03 * Varick 's horse walks on without instruction. Xantha throws his head back haughtily, moving off too Jan 14 23:44:22 Would you like to? It'd make sense since we're both Veisgrafs Jan 14 23:44:56 * Varick nods Jan 14 23:44:59 Okay Jan 14 23:46:30 * Morgan nods, checking around them Jan 14 23:47:44 *he hears a quiet masculine laugh, the sort that would be expected if there's some sneaky trysting going on Jan 14 23:48:02 * Morgan looks toward the sound Jan 14 23:49:47 *he just about makes out Claudia's husband* Jan 14 23:50:38 * Morgan lets out a low warbling whistle Jan 14 23:51:39 *he gets one in return* Jan 14 23:52:29 * Morgan makes a huffing noise, drawing his horse up beside Varicks Jan 14 23:53:47 How far? Jan 14 23:55:08 * Morgan gives him directions Jan 14 23:56:08 * Varick goes that way. The clearing is just as it was before, and immediately Morgan can smell Lily Of The Valley Jan 14 23:56:44 * Morgan climbs down, tying Xantha loosely to a tree Jan 14 23:57:19 * Varick dismounts too, though he isn't looking around, he's looking in just one spot Jan 14 23:58:11 I can see them Jan 14 23:59:18 * Morgan nods sadly