**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Tue Jan 24 00:00:02 2023 Jan 24 00:00:02 No, further along the path Jan 24 00:00:30 Maybe it'll get better? Jan 24 00:00:52 unlikely Jan 24 00:02:36 * Claudia nods Jan 24 00:03:57 I'd do it for you if I could Jan 24 00:04:33 I know. The feelings mutual Jan 24 00:05:00 * Claudia nods Jan 24 00:05:15 I wouldn't want you to know any more than you do Jan 24 00:05:31 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 00:05:44 I'd still take it from you if I could Jan 24 00:06:45 I know Jan 24 00:08:03 * Morgan nods, opening his flask and drinking the coffee Jan 24 00:10:09 *there's a humming from below them, Heinzharold, the name tune he was singing before Morgan woke* Jan 24 00:10:43 * Morgan scowls Jan 24 00:11:31 Give him a job and he'll fuck off Jan 24 00:12:30 I suppose Jan 24 00:13:07 *He starts climbing up to join them* good mornin' Jan 24 00:13:14 hey Jan 24 00:13:57 *HH tries to sit in the middle* shove over, Claudia Jan 24 00:14:17 * Claudia tells him to go fuck himself, but moves anyway Jan 24 00:15:54 *HH squeezes in* 's like sitting 'tween an ox an'a iceberg! Jan 24 00:17:08 * Morgan places the flask between his knees before pulling his shirt on Jan 24 00:17:17 Comes in handy Jan 24 00:17:38 * Claudia is now known as HH Jan 24 00:17:51 Nearly came up w' no trousers on Jan 24 00:18:11 The hell? Jan 24 00:19:09 Y' ever had yer plums squeezed? Like not really hard, just a little bit? Jan 24 00:20:13 no Jan 24 00:20:19 *Claudia groans* why the fuck did you get drawn into his bullshit? Jan 24 00:20:42 Feels really good at th' time, an' not so good th' next mornin' Jan 24 00:21:58 Tried to make you drink, did she? Jan 24 00:22:07 Eh? Jan 24 00:22:20 * Morgan looks out at the horizon Jan 24 00:23:53 Guy buys this camel, and the merchant gives him two bricks and says 'you use these to make him drink'... few days later the man comes back, explaining that no matter what he does, he can't get the camel to drink. Merchant says, did you use the bricks? Yes I used the bricks, first I tried gathering water on their surface, tried making the damn thing stand on the bricks, even tried throwing them in the lake to get him to drink, but nothing works... Jan 24 00:24:27 * HH nods slowly "go on" Jan 24 00:25:50 Merchant nods, takes two bricks and leads the camel to a river, pushes the camels face into the water, walks round behind it, takes the two bricks and BAM, slams them on the camels knackers, and the camel goes *he makes a sudden sucking noise similar to the one when someone stubs their toe* Jan 24 00:26:19 * Morgan drinks his coffee Jan 24 00:26:20 * HH laughs hard, and even Claudia chuckles* Jan 24 00:26:33 So... trying to make you drink was she Jan 24 00:27:05 Nah man, she doesn' have to be rough to my plums t' get me to open my mouth at the waterin' hole Jan 24 00:27:47 * Morgan rolls his eyes Jan 24 00:27:53 Swear to got you got stuck at puberty Jan 24 00:28:02 *Claudia leans around him to look at Morgan* do you think he realises how much worse that sounds than he meant? Jan 24 00:28:18 Reckon? Jan 24 00:28:27 Wait, what?! Jan 24 00:28:51 *Claudia starts laughing, opening her flask* Nothing, Heinzharold Jan 24 00:29:01 * HH looks at Morgan Jan 24 00:29:08 Why's she laughin'? Jan 24 00:29:27 What you asking me for, you know I don't understand any of that sort of thing Jan 24 00:29:49 Yeah, good point. What you pair doin' up here? Jan 24 00:30:06 crochet Jan 24 00:31:32 Not f' me, prolly tie myself in knots Jan 24 00:32:20 * Morgan yawns Jan 24 00:32:51 Nightmares. Can't speak for Claudia, mind, but... I needed air and being up here is soothing for me Jan 24 00:33:32 What did y' fuck up this time? Jan 24 00:34:14 'M not talking about it Jan 24 00:34:39 * HH nods, yawning too Jan 24 00:34:51 Fair 'nuff Jan 24 00:35:46 * Morgan looks over at Claudia Jan 24 00:35:51 How'd you find being in command? Jan 24 00:36:01 C: easy Jan 24 00:36:17 * Morgan nods Jan 24 00:36:24 You made it look it too Jan 24 00:36:44 *she shrugs* I'm good Jan 24 00:37:01 * Morgan nods Jan 24 00:37:07 Cant argue with that Jan 24 00:38:22 *she nods* Heinzharold's going in the nest this morning Jan 24 00:40:04 * Morgan nods Jan 24 00:40:57 Wouldn' expect you'll see much o' my lil darlin for a bit Jan 24 00:41:45 * Morgan nods Jan 24 00:41:50 Alright. Jan 24 00:43:09 * HH and Claudia chat a little, but nothing of interest until it's time for the watches to start and the ship be moved off Jan 24 00:43:23 Best get up top then Jan 24 00:43:34 * Morgan nods Jan 24 00:44:19 Whatcha gon' do now? Staying to sail a bit, or you need yer bubbies for a nice cuddle? Jan 24 00:44:54 Gonn' get some wind in my hair first Jan 24 00:46:14 * HH nods, climbing up. He starts singing it again, several other crew joining in. Claudia has a job to do too, and it's just Morgan in the rigging as they start the first full day at sea Jan 24 00:47:16 * Morgan stays where he is for an hour before dropping down and heading down to his cabin Jan 24 00:49:50 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jan 24 00:51:03 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jan 24 09:32:32 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.118) has joined Jan 24 11:03:07 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jan 24 11:37:22 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Jan 24 11:39:01 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jan 24 11:39:33 Best get up top then Jan 24 11:39:34 * Morgan nods Jan 24 11:39:34 Whatcha gon' do now? Staying to sail a bit, or you need yer bubbies for a nice cuddle? Jan 24 11:39:34 Gonn' get some wind in my hair first Jan 24 11:39:34 * HH nods, climbing up. He starts singing it again, several other crew joining in. Claudia has a job to do too, and it's just Morgan in the rigging as they start the first full day at sea Jan 24 11:39:37 * Morgan stays where he is for an hour before dropping down and heading down to his cabin Jan 24 11:40:35 * MollyK is sat at the desk having breakfast with Varick Jan 24 11:40:52 * MollyK smiles when she sees him "good morning, my love" Jan 24 11:41:02 Mornin' Jan 24 11:41:15 Have you eaten? Shall I get you something? Jan 24 11:41:31 Uhhh, please, if you don't mind Jan 24 11:42:03 Of course not *she wipes her mouth on a napkin before getting up and going* Jan 24 11:42:09 * MollyK is now known as Varick Jan 24 11:42:23 * Varick shows no such manners as he talks with his mouthful Jan 24 11:42:36 Gotta do catechism today Jan 24 11:43:10 * Morgan nods Jan 24 11:43:13 How you feel about that? Jan 24 11:43:50 Bit boring. I want to play with Amir instead Jan 24 11:44:33 Can't always just play though... so... you gonn' be objections? Jan 24 11:45:01 * Varick nods Jan 24 11:45:14 I think that's what Theus wants Jan 24 11:45:39 * Morgan nods slowly Jan 24 11:45:50 Alright... what do you want? Jan 24 11:48:25 To still go to heaven so I can see my Daddy and my sisters Jan 24 11:49:35 * Morgan nods Jan 24 11:49:41 Makes sense Jan 24 11:50:09 What do you want me to do, Papa? Jan 24 11:51:14 I want you to be happy. I'd like it if you are objectionist, I promised Theus I would raise my children as objectionist... but I'm going to love you whatever you decide. Jan 24 11:52:38 * Varick nods Jan 24 11:52:54 Okay Papa. I'll be Objectionist then Jan 24 11:53:01 * Morgan nods Jan 24 11:53:03 Alright son Jan 24 11:53:18 Do I get baptised again like Mama? Jan 24 11:53:54 * Morgan nods Jan 24 11:54:00 We'll arrange it when we get back home Jan 24 11:54:40 * Varick nods Jan 24 11:54:50 Where will it be? Jan 24 11:56:27 Eisen... Jan 24 11:57:07 No Papa! Which of our homes? Jan 24 11:57:25 Probably Hafenlohr I reckon Jan 24 11:58:01 I liked it there Jan 24 11:59:44 * Morgan nods Jan 24 11:59:46 Me too Jan 24 12:00:38 *Molly comes in with Morgan's food and sets it before him before sitting down. She starts eating again* Jan 24 12:00:58 I'm getting baptised at Hafenlohr, Mama! Jan 24 12:01:43 M: *she looks surprised, looking to Morgan a moment* Is he, my love? Jan 24 12:03:10 Thats... alright isn't it? Jan 24 12:03:32 *She smiles* If that is what you wish, liebes herz Jan 24 12:07:48 * Morgan nods Jan 24 12:08:15 Varicks told me that he's going to be objectionist like us, so... like you, he'll need to be baptised... Jan 24 12:10:03 *Molly smiles warmly* That's wonderful, Mauschen. We'll have a lovely party, shall we? Florrie and Alice should be with us, and Grandmas and Grandpas could be invited too Jan 24 12:10:26 And Rickon and Jacques? Jan 24 12:10:57 *Molly glances at Morgan, smiling* What thinks you, my love? Will we have room for a few more? Jan 24 12:11:09 * Morgan nods Jan 24 12:11:10 Reckon so Jan 24 12:12:58 What about Uncle Edward and Auntie Mina? Jan 24 12:13:11 [that might be more complicated!] Jan 24 12:13:32 [Edward I imagine will... Mina... I just don't know] Jan 24 12:13:36 We'll have to see Jan 24 12:14:39 Can Captain Ulysses come? Jan 24 12:15:26 Maybe. Need to start thinking about if he will be alright with my dog Jan 24 12:15:39 I'll tell them to be friends Jan 24 12:15:59 * Morgan nods Jan 24 12:16:19 Thats a good idea Jan 24 12:16:22 * Morgan starts eating Jan 24 12:16:37 Why doesn't your dog have a name? Jan 24 12:17:05 Who says he doesn't? Jan 24 12:17:30 You never said his name Jan 24 12:17:45 *Molly watches Morgan a moment* Jan 24 12:20:10 * Morgan chews his food, nodding Jan 24 12:20:18 Doesn't mean he doesn't have one Jan 24 12:21:35 What is it? Jan 24 12:24:03 * Morgan swallows Jan 24 12:25:24 Well, see, he responds to two names... ones his actual name the other is... like a nickname... Jan 24 12:27:35 *both of them are watching him* Jan 24 12:28:24 * Morgan sips his coffee before speaking Jan 24 12:28:32 His name is Ballard Jan 24 12:29:36 Why?! Jan 24 12:29:48 *Molly looks amused but perplexed* Jan 24 12:29:50 Why? Jan 24 12:34:13 Why is it called that? Jan 24 12:39:53 It means... warrior... Jan 24 12:40:19 That's a good name. What's his nickname? Jan 24 12:40:30 [please tell me it is not ballache] Jan 24 12:40:37 Have you ever seen his breed as a puppy? Jan 24 12:40:44 [Please, I'm not HeinzHarold] Jan 24 12:40:44 No Jan 24 12:41:04 [I thought a Heinzharold nickname might have stuck] Jan 24 12:41:45 So, they're smaller, obviously, but with massive ears and enormous feet for a puppy... so we called him Bärchen, it means little bear, because he looked like a little bear Jan 24 12:43:10 [No, not in this instance. He used to call him fur ball...] Jan 24 12:43:31 Awww I wish I had had a puppy like that Jan 24 12:43:57 Maybe one day... have to get all settled down first, and get you used to what you'll be able to do Jan 24 12:44:46 *Molly smiles thoughtfully* That is nice. Did you know Ursula also means little bear? *He has seen her and Seb have a child called this in the line of dreams where Jana could see his ghost* Jan 24 12:45:04 * Morgan nods Jan 24 12:45:32 Remember I pointed out Ursa Minor and Ursa Major? They're known as the bear and little bear Jan 24 12:46:51 *Molly smiles* I remember Jan 24 12:47:01 Can I have a real bear? Jan 24 12:47:16 * Morgan shakes his head Jan 24 12:47:24 Dogs, cats, chickens and wolves are enough for one house Jan 24 12:48:16 Could I -be- a bear? Jan 24 12:48:32 No, I think you're a wolf or a boy Jan 24 12:48:41 * Varick sighs Jan 24 12:48:58 I won't get a cat wife if I cannot be a cat. Jan 24 12:49:11 Probably not, no Jan 24 12:49:29 *Molly giggles* Just one wife will be plenty, Mauschen Jan 24 12:50:48 * Morgan frowns, going back to eating Jan 24 12:53:59 * Varick starts discussing the merits of a wolf wife versus a human wife, and Molly continues to eat whilst adding little comments here and there. About twenty minutes pass before Varick says "can I go and play now?" Jan 24 12:54:26 I thought you were doing the catechism today Jan 24 12:54:38 I'll come back soon Jan 24 12:55:49 * Morgan looks at Molly Jan 24 12:55:52 What thinks you? Jan 24 12:56:14 M nods: twenty minutes only Jan 24 12:56:34 * Varick goes off, calling his cat Jan 24 12:56:49 * Varick is now known as Molly Jan 24 12:57:04 * Molly smiles, sipping her coffee Jan 24 12:57:10 That's pleasing Jan 24 12:57:14 What's that? Jan 24 12:58:08 varick's conversion Jan 24 12:59:39 * Morgan nods Jan 24 12:59:53 I will admit I am somewhat relieved about it Jan 24 13:00:28 Me too. *she smiles, watching him sidelong* So, a private barn, hmm? Jan 24 13:02:25 * Morgan nods Jan 24 13:03:47 Will you start building it when we arrive? Jan 24 13:04:01 Cottage first Jan 24 13:04:09 * Molly nods Jan 24 13:07:09 That makes sense. There'll be time to build it before the summer rains *she smiles, sipping her coffee, as if he is supposed to know what she's talking about* Jan 24 13:08:09 Beg pardon? Jan 24 13:09:03 The rains, my love. Keeping us in the barn for long hours... did you not dream it with me? Jan 24 13:09:54 No... I was not so lucky Jan 24 13:10:27 That -really- is a pity! Jan 24 13:10:49 * Morgan nods, looking at his breakfast Jan 24 13:10:52 I wish I had Jan 24 13:11:05 * Molly nods Jan 24 13:12:35 I'll have an awful time trying to explain all the metal rings and posts and where you'd set them! Jan 24 13:15:12 I'm sorry... what? Jan 24 13:16:18 * Molly shakes her head Jan 24 13:16:31 Doesn't matter, my love. Did you have a bad night? Jan 24 13:16:45 * Morgan nods slightly, sipping his coffee Jan 24 13:17:15 Why did you not wake me, liebling? Jan 24 13:18:04 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 13:18:18 I turned over and went back to sleep... straight back into the same one Jan 24 13:18:32 But this morning? Jan 24 13:18:55 I needed some air Jan 24 13:19:06 * Molly nods, watching him Jan 24 13:19:24 Can I help at all now? Do you need to be close? Jan 24 13:21:56 * Morgan shakes his head Jan 24 13:22:04 I don't want to talk about it Jan 24 13:22:18 * Molly nods, looking solemn Jan 24 13:22:34 I am sorry if I did something that hurt you. Jan 24 13:24:11 No. Well, yes, but... just leave it alone please Jan 24 13:25:23 * Molly nods, standing to clear plate "Alright, liebling" Jan 24 13:26:16 * Morgan sighs Jan 24 13:26:42 Maybe once its over, I'll tell you... but I don't want to think about it, and you don't want to hear it Jan 24 13:28:54 * Molly nods Jan 24 13:29:30 I won't push you, liebling. *she smiles* unlike you did you me in the barn Jan 24 13:30:35 I think we can discuss that later... particularly what the metal rings are for... Jan 24 13:31:26 * Molly smiles innocently Jan 24 13:31:35 What if I have forgotten by then? Jan 24 13:34:32 Given the look on your face, I doubt that Jan 24 13:35:38 Hmmm, I wouldn't like to say when I need to spend a few hours teaching our first son about being virtuous and holy Jan 24 13:38:33 /me nods Jan 24 13:38:37 Probably best not then Jan 24 13:41:50 * Molly kisses his cheek Jan 24 13:42:05 Would you like to work with Varick on that? Jan 24 13:43:42 Not sure I'm qualified for that Jan 24 13:44:09 * Molly smiles Jan 24 13:44:45 Did you wish to leave a note to arrange to speak to Mina today about how she's feeling? Jan 24 13:45:07 For you? Certainly. Jan 24 13:45:25 I thought you wished to speak to her yourself? Jan 24 13:45:41 She would not welcome my intervention Jan 24 13:45:58 * Molly watches him Jan 24 13:46:05 She doesn't blame you. Jan 24 13:46:50 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 13:46:58 She sees me as my brothers advocate in this Jan 24 13:47:17 And are you? Or are you Florrie's? Jan 24 13:49:19 I am Florries but... I do not like seeing him taking all the blame when it was not his fault Jan 24 13:50:29 * Molly shrugs slightly "I am sure they will work it out eventually. Very few couples have no difficulties" Jan 24 13:50:45 * Morgan nods Jan 24 13:50:47 I suppose so Jan 24 13:51:47 Might you like to help with building the pens in the hold? Jan 24 13:52:43 * Morgan shakes his head Jan 24 13:53:11 I've asked that task be given over to one of the men training to be captain... if I get involved it'll detract somewhat from their success or otherwise Jan 24 13:54:16 * Molly nods Jan 24 13:54:44 What about some sketching, my love. Did you not have some of your children you wished to finish? Jan 24 13:55:29 * Morgan frowns momentarily but nods Jan 24 13:55:32 Aye, I might do that Jan 24 13:55:54 * Molly nods, smiling "or some music, perhaps?" Jan 24 13:57:17 maybe Jan 24 13:58:04 * Molly nods Jan 24 13:58:13 We'll not disturb you Jan 24 13:59:04 * Morgan nods Jan 24 13:59:08 Alright blossom Jan 24 14:01:57 * Molly clears the table so that she and Varick can work, and that is what they sit and do for a few hours, on the topic of baptism. She's very patient with all his questions, but has to steer him back from talking about the party they'll have. Jan 24 14:05:07 * Morgan spends the time alternating between working on the sketches and writing on bits of paper Jan 24 14:06:58 *Inga lets herself in with fresh coffee at about eleven, and hands them around before joining them at the table. The lesson is coming to an end* Jan 24 14:07:15 My love, did you wish to lead us in prayers this morning? Jan 24 14:07:38 First time for everything I suppose Jan 24 14:09:04 *it's very straightforward, and familiar from Adalbrecht and HH's Da doing it in the past, though generally they were all found in church instead* Jan 24 14:10:00 * Morgan finishes up before sipping his coffee Jan 24 14:11:47 * Molly smiles Jan 24 14:11:59 That was wonderful, thank you Jan 24 14:13:10 * Morgan inclines his head, glancing at Inga without quite looking at her Jan 24 14:13:32 V: In Capperlucia, who says the household prayers? Is it the man or the woman? Jan 24 14:13:47 *Inga looks happy but a bit distracted* Jan 24 14:14:56 I don't know if they do household prayers... SIgfried would be best to ask Jan 24 14:15:19 V: Okay, can I go and ask him? Jan 24 14:16:33 * Morgan nods Jan 24 14:16:41 But if he's busy, you leave him be and come back here Jan 24 14:17:53 V: okay. Come on Ulysses! *the cat trots alongside him and out of the door* Jan 24 14:18:03 * Molly is watching Inga Jan 24 14:18:23 Good morning... it's almost good afternoon! *she smiles* Jan 24 14:18:36 *Inga nods* It was a very late night Jan 24 14:19:38 HeinzHarold seems to be moving a bit gingerly this morning... Jan 24 14:21:33 *Inga giggles then blushes* Jan 24 14:21:45 * Molly glances at Morgan "does he?" Jan 24 14:24:56 * Morgan nods Jan 24 14:24:59 Can't think why Jan 24 14:27:20 * Molly looks at Inga before saying quietly "sexual misadventure?" Jan 24 14:27:31 *Inga nods, smiling* Jan 24 14:27:51 Don't think it counts as misadventure if its the act was on purpose... Jan 24 14:28:39 I: it was accidental the first time Jan 24 14:28:55 * Molly smiles, sipping her coffee Jan 24 14:31:06 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee, looking down at the paper with the writing on Jan 24 14:32:45 * Molly glances over Jan 24 14:32:57 Are you working on something, my love? Jan 24 14:33:27 * Morgan nods Jan 24 14:35:07 [would you prefer I do not ask?] Jan 24 14:36:53 [No love] Jan 24 14:37:48 What is it? Jan 24 14:40:03 Been thinking about it a while... though I should probably try to put music to the last one first Jan 24 14:40:48 * Molly looks excited "it's another son?" Jan 24 14:40:53 Song* Jan 24 14:41:44 * Morgan nods Jan 24 14:41:51 Stories are somewhat beyond me... Jan 24 14:42:30 Well... a bit of a song anyway Jan 24 14:43:41 * Molly nods Jan 24 14:43:47 I look forward to it Jan 24 14:44:10 Need to put music to the one you heard last time yet Jan 24 14:44:57 * Molly nods Jan 24 14:46:54 *Varick comes in* Mama! Amir has been crying all morning Jan 24 14:47:03 Oh dear Jan 24 14:47:15 * Molly frowns "Is he poorly, Mauschen?" Jan 24 14:47:36 V: He's very hot Jan 24 14:47:47 * Morgan motions to the door Jan 24 14:47:51 Go... Jan 24 14:48:02 * Molly gets up, going with Varick Jan 24 14:48:06 * Molly is now known as Inga Jan 24 14:48:13 * Inga looks to Morgan Jan 24 14:48:20 It's probably not serious Jan 24 14:48:32 Probably not, no... but lets not take any chances with him Jan 24 14:48:49 * Inga nods, drinking her coffee Jan 24 14:49:11 Is it always so worrying when they are sick? Jan 24 14:49:43 * Morgan packs his bits of paper away, nodding Jan 24 14:50:36 In my experience, yes... every sniffle, cough, slight fever, you fear the worst... you want so much to help them but they can't even tell you what's wrong Jan 24 14:51:52 Thank goodness we will have Molly! Jan 24 14:52:14 * Morgan nods Jan 24 14:52:22 Unless its colic, then I suspect she'll be scuppered Jan 24 14:52:41 Did Jana have that? Jan 24 14:52:45 * Morgan nods Jan 24 14:53:15 Longest I've gone without any sleep with a couple of exceptions during the war... poor thing was miserable Jan 24 14:53:39 What happened then? Jan 24 14:54:13 Eventually it finally passed and we all slept Jan 24 14:54:24 * Morgan glances at her Jan 24 14:54:28 Thank you, by the way Jan 24 14:54:35 What for? Jan 24 14:54:59 Not dancing around her name like it shouldn't be mentioned. I know its awkward for you all. Jan 24 14:55:41 We don't want to hurt you, but Molly said it would hurt you more if we pretend as if she didn't exist Jan 24 14:56:22 * Morgan nods Jan 24 14:56:47 She'll always be a part of who I am and what I had, and I wouldn't want to erase her Jan 24 14:58:04 * Inga nods Jan 24 14:58:16 Heinzharold loved her Jan 24 14:58:58 * Morgan nods Jan 24 15:00:23 He'd been very silly over her now, he's very broody Jan 24 15:00:31 * Morgan nods Jan 24 15:01:11 *his neck prickles* Jan 24 15:01:12 Ever since we saw the fate witch, he's been getting that way but... Amir's rather put a bow on it all Jan 24 15:02:51 * Inga nods Jan 24 15:03:04 He wants to be a father Jan 24 15:03:35 * Morgan nods Jan 24 15:03:49 your children couldn't have a better father Jan 24 15:04:32 * Inga smiles Jan 24 15:04:39 I'm lucky to have him Jan 24 15:05:18 Think its a bit the other way round love Jan 24 15:05:41 * Inga shakes her head Jan 24 15:05:45 Thank you, but no Jan 24 15:06:31 I disagree but respect your right to be wrong Jan 24 15:07:22 * Inga smiles Jan 24 15:07:28 We'll have been married six months in a few days Jan 24 15:08:18 * Morgan nods Jan 24 15:08:21 I know Jan 24 15:09:17 Heinzharold says your previous wedding anniversary is coming up Jan 24 15:09:33 * Morgan nods Jan 24 15:09:35 Aye, it is Jan 24 15:11:03 We'll be in Jura, maybe we could take Varick sightseeing so Molly can take care of you Jan 24 15:12:23 I appreciate the thought... After what happened over Dietlinde's birthday, I was thinking I'll take a little time in the morning but... I want to spend the day with the people I love, if you're willing Jan 24 15:12:42 * Inga smiles Jan 24 15:12:56 You can help with picking the goat and chickens then Jan 24 15:13:07 *Varick comes back in* Jan 24 15:13:24 Mama says it's just a nasty ear infection Jan 24 15:14:25 * Morgan nods Jan 24 15:14:32 Good, she can help with that Jan 24 15:14:37 * Morgan looks back to Inga Jan 24 15:14:45 I've got to see a man about some timber Jan 24 15:16:10 What are you building? Jan 24 15:16:28 *His neck prickles again* Jan 24 15:17:24 Not sure I'm supposed to tell you, if HeinzHarold hasn't Jan 24 15:17:50 Is it a surprise? Jan 24 15:18:32 I hadn't intended it to be, but perhaps he does Jan 24 15:18:52 I won't ask then Jan 24 15:19:41 *Molly comes in with the baby in her arms* M: I've said we'll have him a few hours so they can sleep, is that alright? Jan 24 15:20:22 * Morgan looks like he'll reply before wrinkling his nose, shaking his head briefly before nodding Jan 24 15:20:46 [what's wrong, my love?] Jan 24 15:21:03 [Just stopping a stupid response, thats all. Been spending too much time iwht HeinzHarold] Jan 24 15:21:29 [ah, as long as you are alright...] Jan 24 15:21:50 So we have a small guest for a while... Jan 24 15:21:56 * Morgan glances at Inga Jan 24 15:21:58 And Amir Jan 24 15:22:03 *Varick busies himself finding blankets and making a nest on the couch* Jan 24 15:22:13 I'm taller than Molly! Jan 24 15:23:04 *Molly smiles* The best things come in small packages! Jan 24 15:23:22 * Morgan watches Varick, nodding Jan 24 15:23:33 Yes, but I'm not supposed to say things like that about my wife Jan 24 15:23:38 * Inga looks like she's also battling HH's influence, trying to stay straightfaced Jan 24 15:24:46 *Molly rocks Amir gently. He looks quite flushed considering his tanned skin tone* Jan 24 15:25:30 Poor mite is suffering quite a bit Jan 24 15:47:59 * Inga is now known as Molly Jan 24 15:48:25 I've taken the worst of the fever and the pain away, so he should feel a bit better now Jan 24 15:50:36 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Jan 24 15:51:13 * Molly tries to put him in Varick's nest but he starts to cry Jan 24 15:51:35 Here, I'll have him... I'm not doing anything anyway Jan 24 15:52:29 * Molly brings him over, handing the crying boy to Morgan. He does feel even through clothing like he has a high fever Jan 24 15:53:10 * Morgan rocks him gently, humming to him Jan 24 15:54:08 *he starts to quiet, but definitely looks sorry for himself* Jan 24 15:55:28 Think you're in for a rough few days little man... but its alright, you'll get lots of cuddles til you feel better Jan 24 15:55:48 * Molly smiles Jan 24 15:55:59 He certainly has lots of willing arms Jan 24 15:56:06 * Morgan nods Jan 24 15:56:13 If either of you were wanting him... Jan 24 15:56:41 I: *she shakes her head* I'm fine Jan 24 15:56:56 * Molly smiles "I like watching you with children, my love" Jan 24 16:00:28 * Morgan nods, going back to rocking the boy Jan 24 16:01:02 *It takes about ten minutes for the child to fall fully asleep* Jan 24 16:02:43 * Morgan carries on rocking him gently, looking to Inga Jan 24 16:03:09 I was thinking I'd do something my father disapproves of and build you a little furniture for your cottage... a table, perhaps? Jan 24 16:04:02 *Inga smiles* that would be lovely, we'd treasure it Jan 24 16:04:16 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 16:04:25 'S just a table... Jan 24 16:05:38 I: But it'd be from you Jan 24 16:07:31 * Morgan shrugs, getting up and gently putting the boy in the little nest Jan 24 16:09:39 *he stays asleep right up until HH comes in loudly* HH: where's my special girl then? Jan 24 16:09:52 *Amir wakes, crying again* Jan 24 16:10:12 * Morgan moves quickly, picking him back up and holding him close, rocking him Jan 24 16:10:51 Its alright little man, don't you worry... later on I'll tell you about how Inga was trying to make him drink water... Jan 24 16:11:07 HH: Shit, sorry man! Jan 24 16:11:22 V: Papa, Heinzharold said shit! Jan 24 16:11:33 I'm aware Jan 24 16:11:41 * Molly watches them all, smiling faintly Jan 24 16:12:14 V: You're not allowed to say shit, Heinzharold! You have to say dung instead! Jan 24 16:12:50 * Morgan sighs, rocking the babe Jan 24 16:12:50 *HH grins, looking at Morgan* Dung, Sorry man! Jan 24 16:13:12 * Molly starts giggling, which sets Inga off too Jan 24 16:13:59 * Morgan somehow ignores all of them, rubbing a hand gently across the back of Amir's head, talking at a low pitch and volume Jan 24 16:14:27 *Amir watches him, the crying subsiding* Jan 24 16:15:57 HH: Want me t' take th' others off f' lunch, man? Jan 24 16:16:05 Gonn' have a lot to learn, new home, new people, but don't you worry, your mama will keep you close and safe, and soon you'll have some friends... Jan 24 16:16:13 * Morgan looks over at HeinzHarold Jan 24 16:16:24 Aye, no point us all being hungry Jan 24 16:20:13 *HH gets the others out before looking to Morgan* y' gonna be okay here, man? Jan 24 16:21:22 * Morgan nods Jan 24 16:21:24 I'll manage Jan 24 16:21:56 HH: Let Molly know an' we'll swap off, yeah? Jan 24 16:22:46 * Morgan nods Jan 24 16:24:19 *HH shuts the door quietly* Jan 24 16:26:18 * Morgan sets about rocking the child back to sleep, alternating between speaking and singing to him, eventually reclining on the couch once the boy is asleep Jan 24 16:26:55 *the weight and heat of the boy makes him feel sleepy himself* Jan 24 16:28:12 * Morgan gets himself tucked into position where the boy will not fall and allows himself to doze Jan 24 16:31:16 *he dreams of his cottage, being asleep similarly but with Jana at the same sort of age, also poorly but with a cough. It was almost Prophets Mass, and he'd been up most of the night keeping her upright to ease it. What wakes him with his sleeping daughter is Dietlinde saying his name, except it's not, and it's Molly knelt beside him, and he's Jan 24 16:31:16 awake for real* Jan 24 16:31:59 * Morgan blinks rapidly Jan 24 16:33:10 I'm sorry, my love, but it's been an hour and a half, I thought you might want some lunch Jan 24 16:33:35 * Morgan watches her for a moment, looking quite upset before nodding Jan 24 16:35:21 Can you take him? Jan 24 16:35:34 * Molly nods, frowning slightly Jan 24 16:35:44 Of course. Is something wrong? Jan 24 16:35:59 * Molly gently takes the baby Jan 24 16:36:54 just... can't even doze without dreaming... was dozing in the cottage with Jana, she was poorly... Dietlinde woke me, then suddenly I'm here and Jana isn't... its just... jarring Jan 24 16:37:43 * Molly shifts the baby to one arm, opening the other up to Morgan Jan 24 16:38:06 * Morgan gets up, moving to her, laying his forehead on her shoulder Jan 24 16:38:27 * Molly gently strokes the back of his head Jan 24 16:38:40 I'm here, liebling Jan 24 16:39:49 * Morgan nods, staying where he is for a moment before straightening up Jan 24 16:40:24 * Molly puts a hand to his cheek, watching him Jan 24 16:41:00 It's quiet hour, Varick is already asleep. If you need to go you can Jan 24 16:41:23 I'll be alright... I'm famished though Jan 24 16:42:21 * Molly gestures towards the desk, reclining on the couch with the baby on her chest and stomach Jan 24 16:42:39 I brought you lunch but it probably needs heating Jan 24 16:43:48 * Morgan nods, moving to the desk and looking at the food, heating it as necessary Jan 24 16:44:49 Everyone else is otherwise engaged Jan 24 16:45:22 HeinzHarold getting his balls anointed with soothing lotion? Jan 24 16:45:37 * Molly bites her lip Jan 24 16:45:46 Uhhh... I wouldn't like to say Jan 24 16:45:58 * Morgan glances at her Jan 24 16:46:01 Yes you would Jan 24 16:46:32 Well... I don't think it's really put them off! Jan 24 16:50:09 Didn't think it would Jan 24 16:50:19 * Molly nods Jan 24 16:50:27 They're rather like rabbits! Jan 24 16:51:58 * Morgan nods Jan 24 16:52:10 Desperate to get the babies baking Jan 24 16:52:22 * Molly nods, looking at Amir Jan 24 16:52:26 Aren't we all? Jan 24 16:53:37 * Morgan nods, starting to eat Jan 24 16:54:04 Yes indeed Jan 24 16:55:34 I'll be finishing the Queen Anne's Lace today ((the one that has to run on a few weeks to prevent lactation)) Jan 24 16:56:50 Oh? Jan 24 16:57:30 It's been four weeks since I stopped the Artemisia Jan 24 16:59:02 So the issue that the queen annes lace stops shouldn't -be- an issue? Jan 24 17:02:32 It should be fine, perhaps a little soreness, but nothing more Jan 24 17:02:53 * Morgan nods Jan 24 17:03:01 A step closer I suppose Jan 24 17:03:15 * Molly smiles playfully "Indeed. Fear not, you'll not get showered with milk!" Jan 24 17:03:29 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 17:03:37 Worse things to be showered with Jan 24 17:03:50 * Molly smiles Jan 24 17:04:18 Yes, like if Heinzharold realises the Capperlucians have herbs to make men able to nurse... Jan 24 17:05:08 * Morgan nods Jan 24 17:05:13 Half tempted tp slip some in his food Jan 24 17:06:12 * Molly giggles quietly Jan 24 17:06:18 That would be amusing Jan 24 17:06:59 * Morgan nods Jan 24 17:07:07 I'm inclined to think so Jan 24 17:08:59 * Molly nods, concentrating on the baby Jan 24 17:09:05 His fever is reduced Jan 24 17:09:51 * Morgan nods Jan 24 17:09:59 Good. I hate to see him suffer Jan 24 17:10:33 * Molly nods Jan 24 17:10:42 You can sure tell too? Jan 24 17:11:10 That his fever is reduced? Jan 24 17:11:44 * Molly nods Jan 24 17:12:02 You have a magical control of temperature Jan 24 17:15:24 Yes but... I don't have any -sense- of it, aside from being able to feel if something is warm in relation to something else, like everyone else Jan 24 17:15:29 I think Jan 24 17:15:36 * Molly watches him Jan 24 17:15:54 And I could not do anything from a distance, until I could. Jan 24 17:16:55 huh Jan 24 17:17:18 Something I'll have to try Jan 24 17:17:37 * Molly nods thoughtfully Jan 24 17:18:03 And if you could sense body temperature, you could also sense hidden adversaries... Jan 24 17:18:40 * Morgan nods slowly Jan 24 17:18:44 Yes... that'd make sense Jan 24 17:20:10 * Molly smiles Jan 24 17:20:34 Oh that is going to make our children's lives very difficult, isn't it? Jan 24 17:20:57 * Morgan nods, closing his eyes and trying to sense her bodyheat Jan 24 17:21:48 Papa will be the king of Seeking. *he can manage it with ease. She doesn't feel too hot or cold* Jan 24 17:22:43 * Morgan turns his attention to Amir Jan 24 17:23:02 I don't think... that young man will really be calling me that... Jan 24 17:24:13 * Molly nods sadly Jan 24 17:24:25 No, I know... I meant to our children Jan 24 17:25:43 * Morgan nods, trying to sense Amir again Jan 24 17:26:28 *he feels hotter than Molly, but not worryingly so now* Jan 24 17:27:10 * Morgan tries to feel for other people further out and up Jan 24 17:27:57 *he can sense someone is in Sorgi's room, but no further at present* Jan 24 17:28:19 * Morgan opens his eyes Jan 24 17:28:24 Well I'll be damned Jan 24 17:28:31 What, my love? Jan 24 17:28:44 It needs work but... you were right Jan 24 17:28:51 * Molly smiles Jan 24 17:28:56 How useful! Jan 24 17:29:08 * Morgan nods Jan 24 17:29:15 Aye, very Jan 24 17:29:35 Could you sense the cat's heat? Jan 24 17:30:24 * Morgan tries again Jan 24 17:32:43 *he manages to sense Varick and the cat beside him on the bed* Jan 24 17:33:05 * Morgan nods Jan 24 17:33:09 Aye, I can, just Jan 24 17:33:43 Well, that's all the joy of hunting lost, hmm? Jan 24 17:34:57 I don't -have- to use it... besides... I'm not over enamoured with hunting if its not for eating Jan 24 17:35:28 * Molly nods Jan 24 17:35:44 It's very useful Jan 24 17:36:05 * Morgan nods Jan 24 17:36:09 Aye. It is Jan 24 17:37:11 * Molly nods Jan 24 17:37:29 We learn more as time goes on about what we are capable of Jan 24 17:37:47 * Morgan nods Jan 24 17:37:58 Aye... can't say it would've occurred to me though Jan 24 17:38:14 * Molly shrugs Jan 24 17:38:25 My head is useful to you Jan 24 17:39:24 * Morgan sniggers, going back to eating Jan 24 17:40:18 * Molly stays quiet whilst he does. By the time he's finished, she's asleep beneath the baby Jan 24 17:42:14 * Morgan watches her before getting his paper back out, writing and doodling in the corners Jan 24 17:42:55 * Molly looks very peaceful Jan 24 17:43:08 * Morgan leaves her to sleep while he writes Jan 24 17:46:40 *Amir wakes first, but just watches Morgan from his position* Jan 24 17:48:09 * Morgan glances up Jan 24 17:48:13 Hello little man Jan 24 17:48:36 *He smiles* Jan 24 17:49:54 How're you feeling now, hmm? Jan 24 17:50:45 *Amir moves in Morgan's direction, nearer falling than Morgan would like* Jan 24 17:52:04 * Morgan gets up quickly, moving to grab him Jan 24 17:52:08 Woah woah there little man Jan 24 17:52:59 * Molly grabs him just before Morgan gets there, and it must be reflexive because she looks surprised as she wakes up Jan 24 17:53:09 What-...? Jan 24 17:54:42 The young man was on the move... Jan 24 17:55:03 * Molly holds him tighter Jan 24 17:55:09 I caught him... Jan 24 17:56:47 * Morgan nods Jan 24 17:56:49 Yes you did Jan 24 17:58:33 How on Theah did I know? Jan 24 17:59:18 Instinct love Jan 24 18:00:19 * Molly smiles, watching the baby Jan 24 18:00:37 Maybe I might fare better as a mother than I've feared Jan 24 18:01:11 Oh my darling, you're going to continue being a wonderful mother Jan 24 18:02:17 * Molly smiles shyly "I'm glad you think so..." Jan 24 18:02:59 * Morgan nods, tickling under the boys chin Jan 24 18:03:19 *Amir giggles* Jan 24 18:03:27 Someone is feeling better Jan 24 18:04:02 * Morgan nods, concentrating on feeling his temperature Jan 24 18:04:13 *it's settled like hers* Jan 24 18:04:27 His fever seems to have gone Jan 24 18:04:33 * Molly nods Jan 24 18:05:17 It must be from lying atop me, it always takes the edge of your heatedness Jan 24 18:05:52 Maybe, aye Jan 24 18:05:56 Oh! Jan 24 18:06:04 * Molly watches him a moment Jan 24 18:06:20 You only just realised I was being lewd? Jan 24 18:06:25 * Morgan nods Jan 24 18:06:28 aye Jan 24 18:06:33 * Molly smiles Jan 24 18:06:51 You cannot help being slow, I suppose *she sticks her tongue out at him Jan 24 18:07:27 I don't recall you complaining about the time I take... Jan 24 18:08:09 No, I rather enjoy your meticulous approach to achieving female pleasure Jan 24 18:08:24 * Morgan nods Jan 24 18:08:32 I noticed Jan 24 18:08:55 Perhaps, though, you'd enjoy it more if certain things came in smaller packages... Jan 24 18:09:30 Oh I think the package you come in is perfectly sized, don't you? Jan 24 18:10:52 Well, you said the -best- things come in small packages... unless of course... -you- are the small package... Jan 24 18:11:09 Smaller in Westfeld too Jan 24 18:11:20 * Morgan nods Jan 24 18:11:21 Quite so Jan 24 18:11:53 * Molly shifts, kissing him briefly Jan 24 18:17:47 I think I'll fetch some coffee Jan 24 18:20:04 * Molly nods Jan 24 18:20:14 But first... how are you now? Jan 24 18:21:46 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 18:21:53 'M alright Jan 24 18:30:07 Better, at least? Jan 24 18:30:41 * Morgan nods Jan 24 18:30:43 I suppose Jan 24 18:31:10 * Molly nods Jan 24 18:31:20 And you are not angry with me, here and now? Jan 24 18:31:30 No, of course not... why would I be? Jan 24 18:31:54 Because you've said yourself sometimes things in dreams carry over Jan 24 18:32:47 You'd not done anything wrong in the dream either Jan 24 18:33:33 Oh... alright, I'll ask no more Jan 24 18:33:56 * Morgan sighs Jan 24 18:34:05 Let me get some coffee, give me the boy and I'll tell you Jan 24 18:34:38 There is no need. You are not angry with me. You do not owe me an explanation Jan 24 18:35:41 * Morgan nods Jan 24 18:35:51 I wish I didn't have to deal with it again Jan 24 18:36:25 It wasn't blue? Jan 24 18:38:28 No... no it wasn't Jan 24 18:48:52 Damn Jan 24 18:49:11 * Morgan nods Jan 24 18:49:14 Going to be awful Jan 24 18:49:27 * Molly nods, sighing Jan 24 18:49:34 Best get the coffee, my love Jan 24 18:50:28 * Morgan nods, heading out to the galley Jan 24 18:52:20 *he's not interrupted, it's like the whole ship is on quiet time* Jan 24 18:52:39 * Morgan smiles, taking coffee back to his room Jan 24 18:53:27 * Molly is changing Amir, a towel on him to prevent fountain-like incidents Jan 24 18:54:16 * Morgan watches her for a moment before putting the coffee on the desk Jan 24 18:55:01 * Molly looks pleased with herself as she hands him over fully dressed Jan 24 18:55:12 It hasn't fallen off Jan 24 18:55:14 * Morgan smiles Jan 24 18:55:28 Well done... it can be... awkward Jan 24 18:55:44 * Molly nods Jan 24 18:55:54 I have to learn some time Jan 24 18:56:08 * Morgan nods, bouncing the boy Jan 24 18:56:41 * Molly pours the coffee, taking it to the window seat Jan 24 18:57:20 I wonder how Zareen is doing... Jan 24 18:57:43 Sleeping, I would think Jan 24 18:58:00 * Morgan nods Jan 24 18:58:12 Lets hope this young man doesn't realise he's awake and therefore hungry then Jan 24 18:58:49 * Molly takes some biscuits from her pocket Jan 24 18:58:59 I am prepared Jan 24 18:59:38 * Morgan nods, sitting down and putting Amir on his knee Jan 24 18:59:58 *The baby looks well enough* Jan 24 19:00:24 * Morgan bounces him on his knee gently Jan 24 19:01:15 We'd been married five weeks, Edward turns up... and everything went sideways... they hadn't died, it was a ruse.... He's hidden them away to make it look like the danger had passed to our allies... Jan 24 19:01:29 Oh... Jan 24 19:01:35 * Morgan nods Jan 24 19:02:20 I beat him up, you disappeared. You were running away, David said I'd dishonoured you and wouldn't tell me where you were... Jan 24 19:02:35 * Molly nods Jan 24 19:02:51 That would have been difficult for you Jan 24 19:03:17 * Morgan starts to look quite distressed Jan 24 19:03:58 *Amir starts to mimic his expression while Mol rubs his arm gently* Jan 24 19:04:54 I couldn't lose you... Jan 24 19:05:20 You looked for me? Jan 24 19:05:31 Of course I did Jan 24 19:06:07 * Molly nods Jan 24 19:06:23 Edward had this... this... -insane- idea that we could be together and I could keep Dietlinde as my mistress, with her new name, and my children safe. Jan 24 19:07:14 * Molly says lightly "he had everything planned out in his head, it seems" Jan 24 19:07:43 My disappearing ruined his initial plan... Jan 24 19:08:04 Which was? Jan 24 19:08:56 He was going to tell me they were safe after a month, or two... and then I'd marry someone... suitable... and keep her as my mistress Jan 24 19:09:19 * Molly nods Jan 24 19:09:43 Edward told me in Atemlos that he considered that Jan 24 19:09:52 * Morgan visibly flinches Jan 24 19:11:10 He couldn't think of a way to make sure they were safe Jan 24 19:11:59 * Morgan nods slightly Jan 24 19:12:59 Long story short, I'd explained Edwards idea to you... and you'd agreed to come back and try it, on the condition that I gave you a child... when I woke up, I'd been on my way to Grenau to see Dietlinde and my children Jan 24 19:13:13 Huh. Jan 24 19:13:32 How on Theah did you find me? Jan 24 19:14:26 You'd left a note asking that I sign the Rose back to you... Edward figured that meant Starke, and we split up and I went through the Schwarzenwald looking for you and found you in -that- cottage with the waterwheel Jan 24 19:15:10 * Molly shakes her head Jan 24 19:15:18 I wouldn't have gone that way Jan 24 19:16:45 You wouldn't go that way -now-... but then? In grief? Jan 24 19:18:34 * Molly shakes her head "No, it isn't like me, if I'd wanted away from you I'd have been much smarter about it. I knew how good you are at finding people* Jan 24 19:18:55 Maybe but... I'm -terrified- of the place Jan 24 19:19:24 And most would assume that is the way I would go to Starke, or double bluff and take the great south road Jan 24 19:19:43 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 19:19:54 Only reason I went through the forest is because I'm more dangerous than Edward Jan 24 19:22:56 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jan 24 19:28:54 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Jan 24 19:29:19 * MollyK nods, stroking the boy's hair Jan 24 19:29:54 He wouldn't have found me either. It will start from there then? Jan 24 19:34:04 probably Jan 24 19:34:21 Its why I couldn't meet Inga's eyes... she was decidedly off with me Jan 24 19:35:08 * MollyK sighs "she would have been angry and worried" Jan 24 19:40:01 * Morgan nods Jan 24 19:40:05 I understand that Jan 24 19:40:15 * MollyK nods Jan 24 19:40:54 I can understand why you'd feel distressed over it Jan 24 19:43:57 * Morgan nods Jan 24 19:44:12 Especially since that subject has brought much conflict between us Jan 24 19:44:26 * MollyK nods Jan 24 19:44:57 We do not need to be in conflict now. It hasn't happened. What we would or wouldn't do is irrelevant Jan 24 19:45:45 * Morgan nods Jan 24 19:45:50 I'm dreading the rest of it Jan 24 19:46:28 * MollyK nods Jan 24 19:46:51 I only hope it ends very quickly Jan 24 19:47:11 * Morgan nods Jan 24 19:47:45 I've never wanted to escape something so badly... *he shifts, showing the small straight scar on his flank* even from that Jan 24 19:48:40 * MollyK nods, touching it gently "I believe you said that was super-secret spy business" she smiles Jan 24 19:48:47 * Morgan nods Jan 24 19:48:48 Indeed Jan 24 19:49:20 I would think it's going to go very badly Jan 24 19:49:28 * Morgan nods Jan 24 19:49:51 In a worrying turn of events, that version of me has decided to get things in motion then get himself killed... Jan 24 19:50:13 * MollyK frowns Jan 24 19:50:30 That is very bad of him Jan 24 19:51:16 Savings in place, he can ensure Dietlinde and the children safety, and once that Molly has an heir... she is safe... They'll grieve for a while and then move on Jan 24 19:51:34 * MollyK laughs grimly Jan 24 19:51:48 That version of you is a complete idiot then. Jan 24 19:52:26 His whole world has just been turned upside down... Jan 24 19:52:45 Rudderless was the word, I think Jan 24 19:54:14 Yes, but... *she sighs* it is just a dream. There's no point me trying to rationalise you over choices that you have not made and will not have to. Besides, you are counting on everyone else behaving according to the plan, and let us be honest, that is not like me Jan 24 19:55:04 Do you think using your magic you could eliminate the effects of being tired? Jan 24 19:55:31 Yes... Jan 24 19:55:42 On the body at least Jan 24 19:56:12 * Morgan nods slowly, looking desperately unhappy Jan 24 19:57:32 * MollyK rests her cheek on his shoulder Jan 24 19:57:42 This is a particularly difficult thread Jan 24 19:58:05 * Morgan nods, rubbing at his eyes Jan 24 19:58:47 *Amir tries to bounce on his lap* Jan 24 19:59:00 This is the worst so far, I think? Jan 24 19:59:15 * Morgan nods, looking at the boy and starting to bounce him gently Jan 24 19:59:24 yes Jan 24 20:01:38 *Amir smiles* Jan 24 20:02:21 All we can do is hope the next is the last of them Jan 24 20:02:34 I suppose Jan 24 20:02:50 You cannot stay awake, my love Jan 24 20:04:16 I am -desperate- to not have to endure that Jan 24 20:05:25 I know, liebling. But I see no way that doesn't just delay it Jan 24 20:05:45 * Morgan nods miserably Jan 24 20:06:43 Maybe it'll not be as bad as it could be Jan 24 20:07:38 I don't see me being that lucky Jan 24 20:09:00 * MollyK nods "maybe I'd have been gone when you got back, and that could make it much smoother" Jan 24 20:09:11 You promised to stay Jan 24 20:10:17 * MollyK shrugs a little Jan 24 20:10:37 We will see if that lasts Jan 24 20:11:19 * Morgan blows out slowly Jan 24 20:12:12 You will wake me please Jan 24 20:13:04 Sometimes I just need to be alone... the cold air helps Jan 24 20:13:20 * MollyK nods Jan 24 20:13:31 If that is what you need.p Jan 24 20:13:40 * Morgan nods Jan 24 20:15:59 I will be there if you need me Jan 24 20:16:29 * Morgan nods, closing his eyes Jan 24 20:17:29 Perhaps it is because your wedding anniversary is coming... your mind is fighting against your state of letting go Jan 24 20:17:38 maybe Jan 24 20:17:58 Do you wish me to have the baby? Jan 24 20:18:17 Well, I can hardly have it Jan 24 20:18:31 * MollyK laughs softly Jan 24 20:18:48 Amir, my love. Do you wish me to take him Jan 24 20:19:14 I don't think so... if I'm not occupied with keeping him cheerful, I'll crumble Jan 24 20:19:32 Maybe you need to let yourself Jan 24 20:19:55 * Morgan shakes his head Jan 24 20:19:58 I don't want to Jan 24 20:20:13 Why? Jan 24 20:22:11 I hate being like that. Jan 24 20:22:42 It is understandable to be upset that there is a way you could have had them back, my love Jan 24 20:23:15 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 20:23:26 Its not that Jan 24 20:23:42 Then what, my love? Jan 24 20:24:26 Once again my life, everything I knew, was ripped from me and nothing but uncertainty put in my path... no matter what I did, I'd be hurting someone, losing someone. Jan 24 20:24:54 * MollyK nods Jan 24 20:25:08 I understand Jan 24 20:27:04 And I'm powerless to stop it Jan 24 20:35:07 * MollyK nods Jan 24 20:35:31 There would be no easy solution for you Jan 24 20:35:50 no Jan 24 20:38:00 * MollyK nods Jan 24 20:39:04 Only other people's decisions could have solved it for you Jan 24 20:41:28 * Morgan sighs, looking at Amir Jan 24 20:41:35 Its going to be very hard letting you go Jan 24 20:41:57 But I will be here when you wake at least Jan 24 20:42:35 * Morgan nods Jan 24 20:42:44 I know... but I was talking to Amir Jan 24 20:47:35 Oh *she blushes* sorry. Jan 24 20:48:27 Sorry, I just... I can't talk about it any more... Jan 24 20:48:39 *Amir simply makes a bah bah noise* Jan 24 20:49:27 It's alright, once it's over we can talk more. I'm sure it's much harder to talk about than hear, and that is rather hard itself Jan 24 20:55:19 I didn't want to tell you and make you worry or cause conflict but... I couldn't carry this alone anymore Jan 24 20:57:47 I am not worried, my love. We will not face that situation. I know full well what I would have done. Jan 24 20:58:30 * Morgan looks unhappy Jan 24 20:58:33 You'd have left me Jan 24 20:59:25 I'd have given you your family back and shouldered the pain myself. Because then, I did not know what I know now. Jan 24 21:00:55 I've tried to explain the depth of my need for you... Jan 24 21:02:55 * MollyK leans against his shoulder Jan 24 21:03:30 I know you would have, my love, but I am known for being rather oblivious when my heart is attached Jan 24 21:03:43 * Morgan sighs Jan 24 21:03:48 Then I have that to endure as well Jan 24 21:07:39 I was silly enough to go into the forest and not to go to Innesbruck then cross to Fischler and down to Zweibrucke and sail to Starke, goodness knows what that less smart version of me will do! Jan 24 21:10:21 * Morgan nods, sighing heavily Jan 24 21:11:53 I'd have made that sacrifice because I loved you, not to punish you Jan 24 21:12:17 I know. Doesn't make it easier Jan 24 21:14:22 * MollyK nods Jan 24 21:14:43 You're very much stuck with me in reality, my love Jan 24 21:14:56 * Morgan nods Jan 24 21:15:05 good Jan 24 21:15:41 There's nothing that can take me away Jan 24 21:16:55 * Morgan nods, bouncing the boy Jan 24 21:17:44 Do you need to talk to Edward about it? Jan 24 21:18:36 No... there's no point us both suffering over it Jan 24 21:19:16 * MollyK nods Jan 24 21:19:38 Do you need any reassurance? Jan 24 21:20:11 Right now I need a change of subject Jan 24 21:20:59 Would it be a bad time to think about our plans for Hafenlohr, or baby names? Jan 24 21:22:01 * Morgan takes a deep breath, letting it out slowly Jan 24 21:22:06 No, thats fine Jan 24 21:22:30 Which would you prefer? Jan 24 21:22:51 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 21:22:55 Whichever lobe Jan 24 21:24:09 Have you thought of any names you like? Jan 24 21:24:45 * Morgan shakes his head Jan 24 21:25:36 * MollyK giggles Jan 24 21:26:11 That's probably why we have a child named *she switches to Avalon for the word* girl! Jan 24 21:26:41 * Morgan nods Jan 24 21:27:05 Thing is... do we name her that because thats what she's called already, or is she called that already because thats what we'll name her... Jan 24 21:28:24 Ugh, liebes herz! *she laughs* Jan 24 21:30:59 I've been studiously avoiding thinking about that Jan 24 21:31:20 * MollyK nods Jan 24 21:31:44 Maybe we decide here and now that we are naming her that because we like it? Jan 24 21:32:18 But do we like it because its her name, or are we naming her that because we like it Jan 24 21:34:04 No, I have decided I like the name Madchen, and it will be used for one of our daughters. That is all Jan 24 21:34:07 * MollyK smiles Jan 24 21:34:20 * Morgan nods Jan 24 21:34:22 Very well Jan 24 21:34:35 That's settled then, my love Jan 24 21:34:48 One down, seven to go. Jan 24 21:35:21 I was thinking that I really rather like Konstanza Jan 24 21:35:45 As it is, or shortened? Jan 24 21:36:04 To... Jan 24 21:36:54 Konnie? Jan 24 21:37:17 Informally, perhaps Jan 24 21:38:13 * MollyK nods, smiling Jan 24 21:38:38 I like that. What about boys? Jan 24 21:40:46 Uhhh... Wilhelm... Jan 24 21:41:24 Also informally shortened? Jan 24 21:42:35 * Morgan nods Jan 24 21:43:12 * MollyK nods Jan 24 21:43:19 For the eldest? Jan 24 21:44:11 Don't know... what do you think? Wilhelm Morgan is quite a name Jan 24 21:44:44 It certainly works better than Ehren Morgan Jan 24 21:45:26 true... Jan 24 21:46:37 You would still wish to honour them in our childrens' names? Jan 24 21:46:56 * Morgan nods slightly, glancing at her expression Jan 24 21:47:02 Particularly Jana Jan 24 21:47:31 * Morgan draws a breath Jan 24 21:47:34 And my son Jan 24 21:47:34 * MollyK watches him gently Jan 24 21:47:43 Absolutely Jan 24 21:48:29 As middle names? Jan 24 21:48:37 * Morgan nods Jan 24 21:48:55 It would be unfair to ask our children to carry them as first names... for them and you Jan 24 21:49:55 It would complicate things when discussing them, that is all. And for you, calling another little girl Jana would feel wrong? Jan 24 21:51:03 * Morgan nods Jan 24 21:51:04 Very Jan 24 21:51:33 * MollyK tilts her head Jan 24 21:52:03 If you wanted first names, we could use them for children of the opposite sex... Jan 24 21:55:55 I don't see how Jan 24 21:56:31 Jan, Dieter, Hannah Jan 24 21:57:06 I'd have to think about that... Jan 24 21:58:04 * MollyK nods Jan 24 21:58:14 It's an idea, that's all Jan 24 21:58:23 * Morgan nods Jan 24 21:58:52 * MollyK smiles "I do like Hannah though. I like Hannalore, but I did not particularly like her" Jan 24 21:59:08 I rather think you were threatened by her Jan 24 21:59:13 * MollyK nods Jan 24 21:59:22 I am not too proud to admit that Jan 24 21:59:33 * Morgan nods Jan 24 21:59:36 needlessly Jan 24 22:00:11 She was small and pretty with very big breasts. Jan 24 22:00:56 So? Jan 24 22:01:22 * MollyK shrugs "I am rather not" Jan 24 22:02:29 Uhhh, ye you are... not small enough to trigger Claudia's interest, you're a touch tall for that... Jan 24 22:02:43 Thank goodness! Jan 24 22:04:05 Stef's about the right height... Jan 24 22:05:20 Oh my god, Claudia fancies Stef?! *her eyes light up* You have to tell me everything! Jan 24 22:05:42 Thats about all there is to tell Jan 24 22:06:07 How did you find out?! Jan 24 22:06:08 She's small and cute, thats Claudia's type Jan 24 22:06:58 Claudia and I were talking about Stef helping me get my head around the whole waking up aroused by a dream thing... not sure how we got onto Claudia liking her Jan 24 22:07:17 * MollyK nods Jan 24 22:07:35 You and Claudia talk so intimately? Jan 24 22:08:01 Sometimes. Jan 24 22:08:21 That's rather surprising Jan 24 22:08:40 Its doing her good Jan 24 22:08:58 * MollyK nods Jan 24 22:09:06 That's good then Jan 24 22:10:34 Aye. Think she said something about Stef and Hannalore being similar in stature, which might have led the conversation in that direction... not sure... Jan 24 22:10:42 * MollyK nods Jan 24 22:11:08 A definite type in women... Jan 24 22:11:17 * Morgan nods Jan 24 22:11:18 Indeed Jan 24 22:11:29 What about in men? Jan 24 22:12:20 Thats really tough to say. Jan 24 22:12:49 They are both quite solid Jan 24 22:14:08 * Morgan nods Jan 24 22:14:23 Doubt either of them could move me though Jan 24 22:15:05 Oh! No, solid like... sensible, pragmatic Jan 24 22:15:41 Oh... yes, thats true... think her attraction for DeeDee is much more... visceral though Jan 24 22:16:20 He's not unattractive, but... I do not see it myself Jan 24 22:17:26 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 22:18:21 But then someone doesn't have to necessarily be good looking to be -attractive- Jan 24 22:19:08 No... I mean, two people have found me attractive, so that proves your point nicely Jan 24 22:19:56 Evie. Jan 24 22:20:27 * MollyK smiles, watching him sidelong Jan 24 22:20:30 Alright three, but one of them was almost always drunk Jan 24 22:20:50 Captain Tsaylur. Jan 24 22:21:14 Don't be absurd Jan 24 22:21:37 I am not being absurd. Even Evie thought so too. Jan 24 22:21:51 * Morgan shakes his head Jan 24 22:21:57 No, you're wrong I'm afraid Jan 24 22:23:15 Nuh uh. Sabine. Jan 24 22:24:36 Oh, no, absolutely not. No, she... she sees a darkness in me, and -that- fascinates her Jan 24 22:24:50 That is an attraction in itself! Jan 24 22:26:15 Not to me, though, so it doesn't count Jan 24 22:26:32 Fine... Stef. Jan 24 22:27:44 Whatever makes you think that?! Jan 24 22:28:00 * MollyK waves a hand Jan 24 22:28:12 Oh you know, just her having told me Jan 24 22:29:00 * Morgan narrows his eyes Jan 24 22:29:07 You're making that up Jan 24 22:29:33 * MollyK shakes her head Jan 24 22:29:36 Am not. Jan 24 22:29:55 * Morgan watches her suspiciously before looking at Amir Jan 24 22:30:04 Talking rubbish, thats what she's doing Jan 24 22:30:12 * MollyK continues to watch him Jan 24 22:30:18 I am being serious! Jan 24 22:30:45 * Morgan looks at her Jan 24 22:30:52 And yet, you seem... untroubled by that Jan 24 22:31:36 She doesn't want to take you from me, or pursue it at all. She just thinks you're handsome, that's all Jan 24 22:32:57 Thats a bit different to fancying me, lobe Jan 24 22:33:41 You sad two people have found you attractive, and I am pointing out that you are wrong Jan 24 22:34:28 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 22:34:40 Didn't realise there were that many daft people I knew Jan 24 22:35:30 * MollyK smiles Jan 24 22:35:53 You're wrong again. This is becoming a bad habit for you, mon petit chou Jan 24 22:36:47 According to HeinzHarold, only when it concerns me Jan 24 22:37:00 * MollyK nods Jan 24 22:38:00 Frequently in that regard. I'm not sure why you'd wish to be wrong so often, but I do admire your commitment to it *shes clearly teasing him* Jan 24 22:38:39 besides... Stef has a crush on HeinzHarold Jan 24 22:38:43 Sort of Jan 24 22:39:05 She thinks he's attractive too. He reminds her of Axel Jan 24 22:39:53 * Morgan nods Jan 24 22:39:54 She said Jan 24 22:40:37 Besides, you'd have to be blind not to see he is attractive Jan 24 22:40:58 * Morgan nods Jan 24 22:41:05 I'm aware... have been since I've known him Jan 24 22:41:54 * MollyK nods Jan 24 22:42:56 We are off track now, aren't we, Amir? We're supposed to be talking about baby names... Jan 24 22:43:25 They're still hell bent on calling their child Morgan, y'know Jan 24 22:43:46 * MollyK nods Jan 24 22:43:57 I know. Or Morgana for a girl Jan 24 22:44:22 Its really unnecessary Jan 24 22:44:46 They do not feel so Jan 24 22:45:56 * Morgan nods Jan 24 22:46:00 I know... Jan 24 22:46:23 They were destroying each other over Axel. You righted that Jan 24 22:48:12 I think you'll find I was just horrible and pushed them to admit the truth Jan 24 22:50:27 But -you- did that for them. No one else. Jan 24 22:50:51 * Morgan sighs Jan 24 22:50:54 Alright Jan 24 22:51:19 * MollyK smiles Jan 24 22:51:51 *she looks at the smiling boy* You see, dear boy, you just have to persist, hmm? Jan 24 22:53:25 *Amir babbles in response* Jan 24 22:53:47 May as well get used to just agreeing eventually lad Jan 24 22:53:59 * MollyK nods Jan 24 22:54:05 Especially in Capperlucia Jan 24 22:54:31 * Morgan nods Jan 24 22:54:40 Thats very true... what's this I hear about a house? Jan 24 22:54:52 Oh, we have a house Jan 24 22:55:22 Because you're the ambassador... Jan 24 22:56:06 No... Jan 24 22:56:32 No? Jan 24 22:57:38 When Xsarlac gave me the ship he said I'd be a lady there and he'd find me somewhere to live if I wanted to go there Jan 24 22:58:30 So... really, -you- have a house there Jan 24 22:58:49 Well, I suppose so Jan 24 23:00:28 * Morgan nods Jan 24 23:00:40 Figured we'd be staying on the Rose Jan 24 23:01:44 We can do if you wish... or we can go and take advantage of the waterfall and the empty house Jan 24 23:02:07 Makes more sense I suppose Jan 24 23:02:38 * MollyK nods Jan 24 23:03:04 It's only two weeks and then we will sail home again Jan 24 23:03:29 * Morgan nods Jan 24 23:03:31 aye Jan 24 23:03:38 *Amir is trying to pull to standing on Morgan's lap* Jan 24 23:04:06 Do you think they'd notice if we forgot to unload this extra piece of cargo? *she smiles* Jan 24 23:04:20 More than likely I'm afraid Jan 24 23:04:34 A pity Jan 24 23:05:29 * Morgan nods Jan 24 23:05:36 Think we're all growing quite attached to this young man Jan 24 23:05:45 * MollyK nods Jan 24 23:06:05 We certainly are Jan 24 23:07:08 That's a few names so far. Providing you do not get more than two upon me in autumn we should be fine Jan 24 23:08:20 * Morgan opens his mouth before clamping it shut again Jan 24 23:09:21 * MollyK watches him Jan 24 23:09:27 What, my love? Jan 24 23:09:32 Nothing. Jan 24 23:09:46 It was something! I wish to know Jan 24 23:10:37 No, love, you don't. You've already said you don't Jan 24 23:10:50 * MollyK looks confused Jan 24 23:11:09 It was not that you'd like to get upon me long before autumn? Jan 24 23:11:37 No, love... I know what and how many we have at first Jan 24 23:12:06 Do you wish it was to be a surprise to you instead? Jan 24 23:12:45 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 23:12:52 A little, but that is not an option Jan 24 23:13:06 * MollyK nods Jan 24 23:13:12 I wish to be surprised Jan 24 23:14:28 I know Jan 24 23:15:16 How do people manage to be intimate when they have a baby to care for? Jan 24 23:15:38 * Morgan shrugs Jan 24 23:15:52 Taking the opportunity when it arises and being prepared to be interrupted... we're fairly used to that Jan 24 23:16:50 That is true... but now you will be able to tell when someone's approaching, from the heat! Jan 24 23:17:33 It takes a bit of concentration Jan 24 23:17:47 Which would be hard? Jan 24 23:19:07 * Morgan nods Jan 24 23:19:10 I expect so Jan 24 23:19:19 And then you wouldn't be? Jan 24 23:20:01 Also possible Jan 24 23:20:44 * MollyK nods, smiling Jan 24 23:21:05 *there's a knock at the door* Jan 24 23:22:18 Come in Jan 24 23:28:05 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jan 24 23:29:58 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client)