**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Feb 22 00:00:20 2023 Feb 22 00:00:20 * Morgan nods Feb 22 00:00:23 Yes... they are Feb 22 00:01:28 * Zareen sits still, just talking and playing so he can finish the sketch Feb 22 00:01:55 * Morgan eventually does so, a marked amount of charcoal smeared across his face and forearms Feb 22 00:02:03 Think... that should do it... Feb 22 00:02:07 * Zareen smiles Feb 22 00:02:21 You're covered in charcoal Feb 22 00:02:30 * Morgan pulls a face Feb 22 00:02:41 Thats not uncommon... I get a bit engrossed Feb 22 00:04:13 * Zareen smiles Feb 22 00:04:23 Sometimes I used to draw Feb 22 00:04:28 Oh? Feb 22 00:05:23 Pencils, not charcoal. When there are more than thirty wives and sixty concubines, your evenings are normally your own Feb 22 00:05:45 I think I've got a pencil, if you'd like to draw something? Feb 22 00:05:58 Would you mind? Feb 22 00:06:43 * Morgan shakes his head, getting some fresh paper and finding a pencil for her Feb 22 00:06:59 * Zareen hands him Amir before setting to work Feb 22 00:07:34 * Morgan rocks Amir, trying to avoid getting charcoal on him Feb 22 00:09:19 *Amir is quite content with the cotton reel. She draws very fast, but it looks very controlled Feb 22 00:10:11 * Morgan frequently glances at Zareen, watching her work Feb 22 00:12:03 * Zareen looks relaxed but is concentrating. It takes her about fifteen minutes before she says "done" Feb 22 00:12:34 * Morgan smiles Feb 22 00:12:39 Bit quicker than me Feb 22 00:13:01 It's easier in pencil Feb 22 00:13:41 I don't mind pencil... charcoal is my preference Feb 22 00:14:20 Why? Feb 22 00:15:37 I prefer the nuance.... The ability to blend it more... Feb 22 00:16:17 * Zareen nods "I find it's too heavy" Feb 22 00:16:57 * Morgan nods Feb 22 00:17:01 I can appreciate that Feb 22 00:17:58 Do you want to see it? Feb 22 00:18:38 * Morgan nods Feb 22 00:18:41 absolutely Feb 22 00:19:32 * Zareen has drawn him captaining the star of the sea. He looks truly satisfied and happy. Feb 22 00:20:00 * Morgan smiles broadly Feb 22 00:20:41 Thats wonderful... did I really look so happy? Feb 22 00:20:55 * Zareen nods Feb 22 00:20:59 Yes you didd Feb 22 00:21:28 * Morgan nods, looking closely at it Feb 22 00:21:45 *it's quite good work* Feb 22 00:22:08 She was my first command... I was in the navy in the war and wanted so very much to make captain, but... due to the consequences of my own actions it was never to be Feb 22 00:23:28 What did you do? Feb 22 00:25:07 -technically- committed mutiny... in doing so, there's a chance I saved the lives of my entire company Feb 22 00:25:27 That sounds reasonable Feb 22 00:26:28 * Morgan shrugs Feb 22 00:27:07 One of the consequences was that it basically killed my career. I still got a fair way up the ranks but, when the war ended, so did my chance to make captain Feb 22 00:27:25 Why didn't you buy a ship? Feb 22 00:28:19 Because I was in love, went home, got married and settled down. Sailing wasn't in my future anymore Feb 22 00:32:29 That's a lot to give up Feb 22 00:33:03 * Morgan nods Feb 22 00:33:34 My father always said I was born with sea water in my veins... even when I was a boy, I wanted to be sailing Feb 22 00:34:05 Did you miss it? Feb 22 00:34:34 * Morgan nods Feb 22 00:34:36 terribly Feb 22 00:34:46 Didn't your wife let you go? Feb 22 00:35:59 Its complicated. My first wife was not noble born, so... things were strained with my family and I didn't want to be away Feb 22 00:37:34 Wouldn't they have been kind to her? Feb 22 00:38:40 probably... but the only way I could sail would be to work, and when not in active service, my duty is to the people of my home Feb 22 00:39:51 * Zareen nods Feb 22 00:40:11 Will you still sail once you go home? Feb 22 00:41:32 I don't know... we'll have a lake, so I can have a small boat on that... Molly says she wouldn't want me to give up sailing but... I've got an awful lot of responsibility at home Feb 22 00:43:20 * Zareen nods Feb 22 00:43:45 Do you regret not going sailing the first time you were married? Feb 22 00:45:30 No... I didn't have as long as I should have with Dietlinde or Jana... I'm glad I didn't miss any of it by being at sea Feb 22 00:47:02 * Zareen nods Feb 22 00:48:24 You can keep the drawing Feb 22 00:48:50 Really? Feb 22 00:50:29 * Zareen nods Feb 22 00:50:47 * Morgan nods Feb 22 00:50:55 Thank you... I' think I'll frame it Feb 22 00:51:04 It's not very good Feb 22 00:51:39 Oh it is... Feb 22 00:52:46 Thank you Feb 22 00:53:03 No, thank you. Feb 22 00:55:20 * Zareen smiles. The others come back with lunch Feb 22 00:55:25 * Zareen is now known as Molly Feb 22 00:55:42 My love, shall I take him so you can wash up? Feb 22 00:56:05 * Morgan nods Feb 22 00:56:08 please Feb 22 00:57:09 * Molly takes him. He grins at her, and she speaks softly "Hello, Lammchen, Shall we get some food?" Feb 22 00:57:26 * Morgan goes into the bedroom to wash his face Feb 22 00:58:58 *the others settle for lunch at the table. He notices that Molly has hung the lingerie he bought in Atemlos over a chair, a vest and shorts set that he'd never asked her to wear because the trouble with the Shiek interrupted them Feb 22 00:59:48 * Morgan dries his face, going back in to the others Feb 22 01:02:56 *Amir is passed around from lap to lap throughout. He's asleep when they all split up for quiet hour, even Varick in his room. It means Zareen will have time withAmir and Xsarlac before the attempt to fix her is made* Feb 22 01:06:25 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Feb 22 01:06:46 * Molly has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Feb 22 01:44:20 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Feb 22 01:48:21 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Feb 22 09:39:42 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Feb 22 09:59:00 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Feb 22 10:00:08 * MollyK is sat on the window seat watching the sea Feb 22 10:01:03 How are you, my love? Feb 22 10:02:37 I'm alright I think Feb 22 10:02:43 You are anxious? Feb 22 10:03:07 A bit, yes Feb 22 10:05:11 * Morgan nods Feb 22 10:05:13 Me too Feb 22 10:06:23 It's a big thing, doing this to someone's brain. It's going to push my skills to the limits I think Feb 22 10:06:37 * Morgan nods Feb 22 10:06:44 We have faith in you Feb 22 10:08:58 * MollyK nods Feb 22 10:09:14 I know I have to challenge myself if my magic is to grow Feb 22 10:10:14 * Morgan nods Feb 22 10:10:23 But you are concerned this is a challenge too far right now Feb 22 10:11:41 Yes... no... I am concerned I will break her Feb 22 10:12:13 * Morgan nods Feb 22 10:12:25 What would you have me do? Feb 22 10:12:40 Right now? Feb 22 10:14:06 And later Feb 22 10:15:21 Now, sit with me and rub my scalp like the other day? Feb 22 10:16:19 * Morgan nods, moving behind a chair Feb 22 10:16:21 Come on then Feb 22 10:17:24 *she sits down* Later... be with me in the room, and sit with me whilst I let her sleep a while? Feb 22 10:18:51 * Morgan nods, rubbing her scalp Feb 22 10:18:54 Alright love Feb 22 10:19:10 I need to pass an instruction to Sorgi later... Feb 22 10:21:00 Mmmm? Feb 22 10:21:12 * MollyK relaxes immediately at the touch Feb 22 10:21:53 HeinzHarolds got an idea, should tell us if the Rose is carrying us forward or on course... Feb 22 10:23:19 Oh? Feb 22 10:24:10 Anchor facing the way we came. If she heads that way, she's just moving forward. Feb 22 10:25:15 Sometimes you forget quite how clever he can be... Feb 22 10:26:07 * Morgan nods Feb 22 10:26:22 Aye. I'm glad I don't have to do this without him Feb 22 10:27:15 * MollyK nods Feb 22 10:27:26 I wonder what will happen? Feb 22 10:28:51 * Morgan shrugs Feb 22 10:28:57 I have absolutely no idea Feb 22 10:29:19 I suppose either way makes no real difference... Feb 22 10:32:15 No, not particularly... though it speaks to an awareness if she heads towards our destination Feb 22 10:34:40 An aware ship... Feb 22 10:36:36 Rather terrifying isn't it Feb 22 10:37:02 Mmhmm Feb 22 10:37:36 Although, it's rather hard to be scared of much when you do that Feb 22 10:38:07 * Morgan nods Feb 22 10:38:19 Zareen drew me Feb 22 10:40:49 Did she? I didn't know she could draw Feb 22 10:41:41 * Morgan nods Feb 22 10:42:01 Pencil... a lot of spare time in the evenings when there are so many wives apparently Feb 22 10:43:27 I suppose if you have almost a hundred women to be intimate with, it would take several weeks to see any of them more than once! Feb 22 10:44:28 But he is so virile and dangerous (!) Feb 22 10:46:10 * MollyK giggles Feb 22 10:46:34 I think most men probably think that of themselves? Feb 22 10:47:32 * Morgan shrugs Feb 22 10:47:35 maybe Feb 22 10:48:54 You, however, are both Feb 22 10:50:22 I'll take your word for that Feb 22 10:51:07 Mmhmm... Feb 22 10:51:55 Would you tell me what happened overnight? Feb 22 10:53:44 Rather thought I did... I drew the stars and noticed they'd moved much more than they should when I'd finished, so I called down to get the crewman on watch to check the anchor. We were dragging it, and as far as we could tell there was nothing we could do about it Feb 22 10:55:23 * MollyK nods Feb 22 10:55:36 That must have been terrifying Feb 22 10:56:20 * Morgan nods Feb 22 10:56:31 Was a bit. Feb 22 10:57:06 Why didn't you wake me? Feb 22 10:57:51 Because you needed to rest. You have an important task today Feb 22 10:58:19 Did you sleep at all? Feb 22 10:58:31 * Morgan nods Feb 22 10:59:19 I had someone replace me in the nest so I could try to figure out what was going on... when it became apparent we couldn't -do- anything, Rieker sent me to rest and only interrupted that to tell me we'd stopped Feb 22 10:59:31 * MollyK nods Feb 22 10:59:44 That's good. No nightmares? Feb 22 11:00:04 Dreams Feb 22 11:00:23 Oh? Feb 22 11:01:46 First one was -that- path... HeinzHarold had gotten married, we'd found somewhere fairly close for Dietlinde and the children and I was due to leave the next morning to help get them moved. You told me you were pregnant Feb 22 11:02:04 As quick as that? Feb 22 11:02:24 You were quite... insatiable once I had returned Feb 22 11:02:49 How could you tell the difference from how I normally am?! *she giggles* Feb 22 11:03:27 Remember what we were like back then... and with Dietlinde being alive... Feb 22 11:04:59 * MollyK tilts her head Feb 22 11:05:10 I had a moment like in the stable? Feb 22 11:06:15 Moment? No, it was... daily, sometimes more Feb 22 11:06:55 Mmm lucky me! Were you happy? Feb 22 11:07:13 I reassured you I wasn't angry and finally told you how I truly feel about you... thats when you went to bed and I went out onto my watch Feb 22 11:10:32 It's finished then, at long last? Feb 22 11:11:43 * Morgan shakes his head Feb 22 11:11:47 No. Not yet. Feb 22 11:12:50 Oh for fucks sake! Sorry, language. Feb 22 11:13:10 * Morgan nods Feb 22 11:13:13 I know love Feb 22 11:15:35 Nothing will happen though? Feb 22 11:16:39 What do you mean? Feb 22 11:17:57 With you and her, in the dream Feb 22 11:18:39 Oh... no, I don't see why it would. She rejected Edwards idea and... in some ways, I was relieved. Feb 22 11:20:05 Why would you be relieved? Feb 22 11:21:10 Because deep down I felt it was wrong... I just... couldn't see a better way Feb 22 11:22:18 * MollyK nods Feb 22 11:23:02 Not unless you gave up the Grafdom and I left, really Feb 22 11:23:20 Which I could not have handled. I needed you Feb 22 11:24:01 That would have been almost impossible for me to accept then, but I would have accepted that Sudlachenburg needed me as the future Grafin Feb 22 11:25:09 * Morgan nods Feb 22 11:25:23 Didn't matter anyway. So... thats where that one lies at the moment Feb 22 11:26:19 With you going back to help them move? Feb 22 11:26:53 Well, I'd just taken you to bed but... yes, overall Feb 22 11:27:16 What an awful place to wake up, hmm? *she giggles* Feb 22 11:28:57 Just relieved to be out of that path really... I can see that I'm going to have to explain it to the children and... I don't know how I'm going to deal with that Feb 22 11:29:16 * MollyK sighs heavily Feb 22 11:29:29 That's going to be horrible Feb 22 11:30:01 Yes, it is. Feb 22 11:30:21 Will that be tonight, do you think? Feb 22 11:30:47 * Morgan shrugs Feb 22 11:31:37 I will be here, however you need Feb 22 11:31:44 I've no idea... it could've been this morning Feb 22 11:32:07 But you got woken up? Feb 22 11:33:36 No... after the dream of your little... difficulty... I went into a completely different path Feb 22 11:36:02 Oh my god. *he can hear the grimace in her voice* I thought that was just my dream alone Feb 22 11:36:27 Nope. Afraid not. Feb 22 11:36:49 * MollyK sighs "Alright, what did you dream next?" Feb 22 11:38:05 The day I met her. Got interrupted on my way out by a certain maid offering her assistance... Feb 22 11:39:23 * MollyK giggles "were you horrendously shocked and embarrassed?" Feb 22 11:41:49 Something along those lines. That little change, that delay... meant Edward was outside when I was leaving. He was obviously struggling with something so... we talked as we walked. He told me about losing Vania, and his shoulder and losing Witts brother. He was with me when we reached Dietlinde's so he saw my reaction. Feb 22 11:43:16 Oh! What happened then? Feb 22 11:44:26 We spent some time talking about how it held no future... how it would be unfair to her to lead her along, what would happen to any Veisgraf who married a common born girl... he gave me the time to understand... Feb 22 11:44:56 * MollyK turns in her seat to look at him "oh, my love. Are you alright?!" Feb 22 11:45:10 I think so Feb 22 11:46:02 How did it end? Did you tell him to mind his own business, or were you going to abdicate? Feb 22 11:47:15 That early on, we'd only just met, literally. I listened to him, but I felt trapped. My home has never felt like a cage before. We went to train and he managed to clock me in the head and when I came to, everything was blue Feb 22 11:47:32 So it's over at least! Feb 22 11:47:43 * Morgan nods Feb 22 11:48:05 The difference five minutes could have made Feb 22 11:49:02 Maybe. In that one path. Maybe there are plenty more where you still don't meet him, or you fall out and he doesn't go with you Feb 22 11:49:15 * Morgan nods Feb 22 11:49:27 Yeah. Feb 22 11:49:36 It's troubling you Feb 22 11:49:49 A little, yes. But... I'll be ok Feb 22 11:50:22 It troubles you that you could have been so close to being happy with her and yet missed out? Feb 22 11:51:23 It troubles me that.... She'd probably still be alive, but I'd have had no time with her, or Jana... Feb 22 11:52:52 * MollyK nods a little Feb 22 11:53:39 Maybe she would... but similarly, maybe she wouldn't. Or wouldn't have been happy. It's so hard to say Feb 22 11:53:50 * Morgan nods Feb 22 11:54:11 * MollyK watches him, tilting her head Feb 22 11:55:08 If it had been you that had died, not them, would you have regretted having a short but blissful life in favour of having not met her and living a long time without that? Feb 22 11:55:25 * Morgan shakes his head Feb 22 11:55:27 no Feb 22 11:55:34 * MollyK smiles gently Feb 22 11:55:38 There we are then Feb 22 11:56:16 * Morgan sighs, nodding Feb 22 11:56:51 And they are at peace, my love. There's not going to be any regret or sorrow in heaven Feb 22 11:57:34 I hope you're right Feb 22 11:57:52 It wouldn't be heaven if there was, would it? Feb 22 11:58:20 I suppose not Feb 22 11:58:36 * MollyK nods "would you like a cuddle, my love?" Feb 22 11:59:09 I'm ok blossom Feb 22 11:59:16 * Morgan rubs her scalp Feb 22 11:59:26 * MollyK nods settling back to it Feb 22 11:59:35 Do you need to speak to Edward? Feb 22 12:00:35 * Morgan shakes his head Feb 22 12:00:40 No... he'd feel awful about it Feb 22 12:01:11 I meant more that he had had those burdens then... maybe not mention his intervention Feb 22 12:01:26 * Morgan nods Feb 22 12:01:47 We have spoken about them... and he'll just tell me off for feeling guilty that I didn't ask at the time Feb 22 12:01:59 * MollyK nods Feb 22 12:02:31 It's odd to think of, in hindsight, that he was going through those things? Feb 22 12:02:43 * Morgan nods Feb 22 12:03:08 He was just a boy Feb 22 12:04:01 * MollyK nods Feb 22 12:04:39 He always seems so confident that it's hard to remember how young he was Feb 22 12:04:53 * Morgan nods Feb 22 12:05:06 I always found him overconfident and boastful Feb 22 12:05:15 * MollyK nods Feb 22 12:05:26 His demeanour can be quite grating Feb 22 12:05:51 * Morgan nods Feb 22 12:05:54 Yes, it can Feb 22 12:07:56 It took some getting used to. He's very typically Eisen at times Feb 22 12:08:13 * Morgan nods Feb 22 12:08:16 yes... yes he is Feb 22 12:10:41 * MollyK is quiet a moment before she says playfully "how did she proposition you?" Feb 22 12:11:53 I had... ummm... taken matters in hand previously... she said she'd dealt with my sheets and said that if I wanted, she would assist me in future... Feb 22 12:13:39 * MollyK giggles Feb 22 12:13:53 Oh dear! I bet you were bright red! Feb 22 12:14:02 * Morgan nods Feb 22 12:14:33 Did you take her up on it? Feb 22 12:15:19 I said I'd let her know... I didn't want to upset her... Edward advised that I take her up on it, get my head clear Feb 22 12:15:31 * MollyK laughs Feb 22 12:15:40 Did you consider it? Feb 22 12:15:54 I hadn't before I woke up, no Feb 22 12:16:24 You were such a good boy! Feb 22 12:17:03 Edward despaired of me Feb 22 12:17:16 That definitely sounds like Edward Feb 22 12:18:30 * Morgan nods Feb 22 12:18:31 Oh yes Feb 22 12:19:26 Does it feel awkward seeing Inga today? *she definitely sounds amused not jealous* Feb 22 12:20:04 A little bit yes... particularly since in the dream I saw her hanging washing and noted how large her... ummm... y'know Feb 22 12:23:40 * MollyK laughs Feb 22 12:23:57 You cannot have been unaware of that, you've drawn them! Feb 22 12:24:24 Yes well... drawing them and actually noticing them is different Feb 22 12:24:41 * MollyK nods Feb 22 12:25:01 I suppose so. You know Heinzharold will probably tell her? Feb 22 12:25:10 * Morgan nods Feb 22 12:25:23 As long as it doesn't make her uncomfortable Feb 22 12:25:47 She will find it funny. It seems so far-fetched Feb 22 12:25:57 * Morgan nods Feb 22 12:26:00 It does Feb 22 12:26:24 Although, I've always said you'd have made a good couple, mon petit chou! Feb 22 12:27:02 * Morgan shrugs Feb 22 12:27:03 Maybe Feb 22 12:27:35 Should I feel a little possessive, do you think? Feb 22 12:27:59 Don't be absurd Feb 22 12:28:04 * MollyK giggles Feb 22 12:28:35 I didn't know if it was playing on your mind, what you missed out on! Feb 22 12:29:25 No, I can't say it was Feb 22 12:30:56 Well that's good. She wasn't ever a friendly maid, they didn't need any more, and also, her history at Mecklenburg put her off Feb 22 12:36:11 Hardly surprising Feb 22 12:45:38 *she turns to watch his face, highly amused* Maybe one evening with her hand under your bedsheets would have changed her mind! Feb 22 12:46:29 * Morgan shrugs Feb 22 12:46:32 maybe Feb 22 12:47:06 * MollyK laughs "my god, you didn't even blush. I must try harder next time!" Feb 22 12:47:24 * Morgan laughs Feb 22 12:47:28 Took some doing Feb 22 12:47:38 * MollyK nods Feb 22 12:47:45 How did Heinzharold take it? Feb 22 12:48:19 I believe you heard him laughing Feb 22 12:48:32 Oh, that was the moment he heard it? Feb 22 12:48:45 * Morgan nods Feb 22 12:50:11 Well, at least it finished before you did, my love! Feb 22 12:50:36 -that- would've been akward Feb 22 12:51:07 * MollyK nods Feb 22 12:51:18 Absolutely! Feb 22 12:52:42 You are not jealous? Feb 22 12:54:35 You did nothing, and from what I can establish you aren't wishing for that, or fantasising about it, so no Feb 22 12:54:45 * Morgan nods Feb 22 12:54:50 good Feb 22 12:55:37 * MollyK smiles "I could feign it, if you'd get some enjoyment out of me possessively reclaiming my territory" Feb 22 12:55:56 ummmm... perhaps later Feb 22 12:56:03 * MollyK smiles Feb 22 12:56:27 I'd be more concerned about Heinzharold and Inga, if I were you! Feb 22 12:56:37 Why? Feb 22 12:58:23 Because I know they roleplayed the Friendly Maid scenario after the incident on our journey where the maid propositioned him... I can imagine Heinzharold pretending to be Saint Heinzharold for a repeat of it! Feb 22 12:58:44 Ah... yeah that sounds like him Feb 22 12:59:28 They get great enjoyment from their pretending. It's very sweet that they are so compatible Feb 22 13:01:00 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:01:03 Yes it is Feb 22 13:02:05 I wouldn't be able to hold my focus long enough to play pretend in bed! Feb 22 13:03:34 No? Feb 22 13:03:51 You're too good for me to think straight! Feb 22 13:05:02 HeinzHarold mentioned a girl he knew in the camps... apparently... she would *he clears his throat, mimicking HeinzHarold* go off like a geyser Feb 22 13:05:41 * MollyK blushes, smiling though Feb 22 13:06:12 That's an odd way to describe it! Feb 22 13:06:33 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:07:09 Apparently she didn't seem surprised, like she knew it was coming and was waiting for it...and it obviously felt good... Feb 22 13:07:26 * MollyK nods, chewing her lip Feb 22 13:07:59 It -did- feel good in the brothel Feb 22 13:08:04 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:08:45 Had you asked him about it? Feb 22 13:09:36 No... though I did sort of push for more information Feb 22 13:10:12 * MollyK nods, watching him Feb 22 13:10:24 What else did he say? Feb 22 13:11:08 Not a great deal Feb 22 13:11:21 It was in a camp? Feb 22 13:11:25 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:11:38 I thought he'd wet himself, coming back with his trousers all wet Feb 22 13:11:55 Oh! It was that much?! Feb 22 13:12:08 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:12:10 Guess so Feb 22 13:13:03 *his trouser leg had been soaked. It had been pretty funny. HH has laughed about it too* Feb 22 13:13:29 As I recall... his trouser leg was sodden Feb 22 13:13:52 You would have been disgusted and horrified if you'd known the truth... *she looks a little serious* Feb 22 13:14:46 I was... naive. Feb 22 13:15:22 And now that you know the truth? Feb 22 13:15:45 now... I'm curious Feb 22 13:16:06 * MollyK looks surprised Feb 22 13:16:10 You are? Feb 22 13:16:29 How could I not be when it seemed it was feeling that good.... Feb 22 13:18:24 * MollyK shrugs slightly "because it seems odd, and messy?" Feb 22 13:19:00 I don't wish to alarm you, but being able to set fire to things with my mind is fairly odd... Feb 22 13:19:14 * MollyK smiles Feb 22 13:19:43 I suppose one could argue what we did in Westfeld was odd too, and that was incredible Feb 22 13:19:56 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:19:57 Indeed Feb 22 13:22:43 * MollyK bites her lip again Feb 22 13:23:05 You'd like to try to make it happen? Feb 22 13:23:26 I'd like to make you feel as good as I possibly can Feb 22 13:23:59 Oh, my love, you already do make me feel so much pleasure Feb 22 13:24:23 Good Feb 22 13:24:40 I wish there was more I could do for you! Feb 22 13:25:00 You already do Feb 22 13:25:29 Oh! We never tried the bubbierubbyrub, did we? Feb 22 13:27:43 No, we didn't Feb 22 13:27:54 * MollyK smiles Feb 22 13:28:01 You'd like to try that too? Feb 22 13:28:31 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:28:33 Yes, I would Feb 22 13:28:47 * MollyK smiles Feb 22 13:28:55 I think I know how to do that Feb 22 13:29:48 We'll find out at some point Feb 22 13:30:25 * MollyK nods Feb 22 13:30:41 Was Heinzharold able to give you some pointers on the other thing? Feb 22 13:31:39 A couple, yes... I might still ask Edward... Feb 22 13:31:47 * MollyK nods Feb 22 13:32:30 I am willing to give that a try... I just do not wish you to find anything distasteful Feb 22 13:33:17 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:33:22 I'm sure it'll be fine love Feb 22 13:33:42 I suppose if we don't like it we can just try to avoid it Feb 22 13:34:50 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:34:52 indeed Feb 22 13:35:38 * MollyK watches him a moment "would you hold me a moment?" Feb 22 13:36:26 * Morgan nods, moving round to wrap his arms around her Feb 22 13:38:13 * MollyK relaxes noticeably Feb 22 13:38:29 It's just a little vulnerable, that's all Feb 22 13:39:24 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:39:27 I know love Feb 22 13:39:46 Is that the same for you? Feb 22 13:40:33 * Morgan shrugs Feb 22 13:40:38 Not right now, no Feb 22 13:40:57 * MollyK smiles Feb 22 13:41:28 That's good. You've made so much progress in that way that you can be open about your curiosity Feb 22 13:41:36 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:41:45 Definitely not the same person anymore Feb 22 13:42:03 * MollyK nods a little Feb 22 13:42:23 These things would have been disturbing and distressing for who you were Feb 22 13:47:10 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:47:13 I imagine so, yes Feb 22 13:48:10 * MollyK nods, holding him close "we are compatible too. It just took us longer to realise" Feb 22 13:48:45 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:48:52 Yes, it did, but we got there Feb 22 13:48:58 * MollyK giggles Feb 22 13:49:04 We get there frequently Feb 22 13:49:33 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:50:08 Do you think my dream was a sign of things to come? With Betuana, I mean Feb 22 13:51:05 Or just a sign of your anxiety about it Feb 22 13:52:16 * MollyK nods Feb 22 13:52:27 I do... Feb 22 13:53:04 * Morgan nods Feb 22 13:53:11 We can only do our best my love. Feb 22 13:54:37 * MollyK nods Feb 22 13:54:43 As always Feb 22 13:55:21 Will you be on deck tonight to see what happens with the Rose? Feb 22 13:55:53 I am intending to be, yes. But it depends on how things go I think Feb 22 13:56:41 * MollyK nods Feb 22 13:56:57 I think we're safe from the sparkliness Feb 22 13:58:11 Its not time already is it? Feb 22 13:59:05 No, but it's complicated healing. I think we have just under a week until my course comes Feb 22 13:59:43 So... be ready just in case? Feb 22 14:00:56 I don't see it, but it's not impossible Feb 22 14:01:33 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:01:35 alright Feb 22 14:04:28 * MollyK hugs him Feb 22 14:04:59 It won't be my fault if it goes wrong... I'm just the tool, it's their choice Feb 22 14:05:31 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:05:37 Thats right. Feb 22 14:05:47 * MollyK nods Feb 22 14:06:20 I don't know if I should tell her about my dream, if it's a warning? Feb 22 14:07:07 She had rejected him... Feb 22 14:08:11 * MollyK nods "she felt a distaste for feeding him, like she was feeding someone else's child" Feb 22 14:09:15 She knows it is a risk... she has asked that we ensure he is loved Feb 22 14:11:19 * MollyK sighs sadly "I think he always will be. He's very dear to me" Feb 22 14:11:49 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:11:52 She has noticed that Feb 22 14:12:37 * MollyK nods Feb 22 14:12:49 I'm not good at hiding when I love people Feb 22 14:13:03 She is not angry about it Feb 22 14:13:37 * MollyK nods Feb 22 14:13:46 That's good. I wouldn't have chosen to Feb 22 14:14:09 I know love Feb 22 14:15:55 * MollyK nods "so do not tell her?" Feb 22 14:16:58 I don't think so, no... I think it is more your worry showing than anything else... she knows it a risk, which is why we got him drinking the goats milk Feb 22 14:17:56 * MollyK nods, keeping her face close to his body Feb 22 14:18:05 To prevent me messing with my magic Feb 22 14:18:37 Maybe, aye Feb 22 14:19:16 It would have seemed sensible, but now I'm forewarned Feb 22 14:19:30 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:19:39 I mean... it was enjoyable but... Feb 22 14:20:27 * MollyK shrugs slightly "it isn't something I'm planning to do" Feb 22 14:21:02 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:21:03 good Feb 22 14:21:36 It was uncomfortable Feb 22 14:22:07 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:23:03 Why didn't you wake me? *it doesn't sound accusatory, just curious* Feb 22 14:23:26 It sounded like you were enjoying it... Feb 22 14:24:13 * MollyK nods slightly "I was, and yet felt very bad that I was. Does that make sense?" Feb 22 14:24:34 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:24:37 It does Feb 22 14:25:22 Maybe when the time comes it won't feel like that, maybe it was just a dream Feb 22 14:26:03 Need to work on that feeling I think Feb 22 14:26:28 At not feeling any pleasure from it? Feb 22 14:27:01 On not feeling guilty about it Feb 22 14:27:25 It is possible that it would feel like that? Feb 22 14:29:56 When nursing, Dietlinde said there was often a feeling of relief, like a pressure had been removed... when we were intimate, however, it was more... enjoyable... Feb 22 14:30:27 I... I don't understand quite what you mean? Feb 22 14:31:36 I'm not sure how to be more plain... Feb 22 14:32:15 In general, everything sexual was more enjoyable when she was nursing? Feb 22 14:32:57 I'm not sure... but... look, she doesn't stop producing milk just because the baby doesn't need it right then... see? Feb 22 14:33:09 * MollyK nods Feb 22 14:34:42 Yes. My love, don't worry about hurting my feelings. I'd rather we can just be frank about the past. I think sometimes we might just both be quite exhausted by trying to protect each other so intensely? Feb 22 14:35:59 * Morgan nods, sighing Feb 22 14:36:37 What I was doing in your dream... that and using my mouth, Dietlinde found very enjoyable when she was nursing... there's no reason to feel guilty about it Feb 22 14:36:49 * MollyK nods Feb 22 14:37:08 Alright... that actually does make it much better, thank you Feb 22 14:37:16 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:37:18 Alright love Feb 22 14:37:35 That is something you actively liked, not just tolerated? Feb 22 14:38:02 * Morgan looks uncomfortable but nods Feb 22 14:39:01 * MollyK smiles gently "I'm actually surprised, I think. That's very unconventional given how conventional you were at the time" Feb 22 14:39:32 It wasn't something I sought out... but I didn't complain Feb 22 14:39:54 You only did it once? Feb 22 14:42:42 Oh, no... no. Feb 22 14:43:26 But it was more a natural extension of what you'd normally do, rather than something that was specifically sought? Feb 22 14:43:56 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:45:23 * MollyK nods. Her body language is relaxed, as is her tone. It's almost the opposite of what might be expected Feb 22 14:45:40 And that's something you'd be keen to do again? Feb 22 14:45:58 I wouldn't complain... Feb 22 14:47:18 My love... I think we should try to be more open. I am certainly going to try to let go of my inhibitions about that thing with the... I don't even know what to call it!... the geyser thing. Feb 22 14:47:37 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:49:24 Now that I can appreciate that it's alright to feel pleasure like that, and it's not something you will hate, I feel much better about it. I admit, I was concerned it would lead to some distance between us when I am nursing Feb 22 14:49:45 About the same distance as when you are increasing... Feb 22 14:50:20 Which is at most a piece of parchment's width, hmm? Feb 22 14:50:48 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:50:49 Quite Feb 22 14:51:03 * MollyK nods, clearly taking all this in Feb 22 14:51:18 So my dream was actually pleasant for you? Feb 22 14:51:35 Aside from wondering if it was some warning that I needed to work out... yes Feb 22 14:51:51 * MollyK nods Feb 22 14:52:02 I wouldn't have said anything about it Feb 22 14:52:49 How do you mean? Feb 22 14:53:54 I wouldn't have said what happened in the dream. I would have told you that she hadn't wanted to feed him, but not the state I was in, or how it had felt, or how you'd helped... Feb 22 14:54:22 Why? Feb 22 14:55:49 Because it seems... -seemed- wrong to me. Nursing is for babies, and so shouldn't have felt erotically pleasurable. I worried you would think me perverted for dreaming of that Feb 22 14:56:23 I see... you are glad I was there then? Feb 22 14:56:37 * MollyK nods Feb 22 14:56:40 I think so Feb 22 14:57:42 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:57:43 Good Feb 22 14:57:58 Are -you- glad you were? Feb 22 14:58:12 * Morgan nods Feb 22 14:58:14 Yes I am Feb 22 14:58:50 You found it pleasurable? Feb 22 15:00:43 * Morgan blushes but nods slightly Feb 22 15:00:56 * MollyK smiles Feb 22 15:01:38 I'm glad. Very glad. I'm just surprised and taking it in Feb 22 15:01:52 * Morgan nods quietly Feb 22 15:02:36 Is that partly why you didn't wake me, because you were enjoying it? Feb 22 15:03:24 No... as I said, I was trying to watch for indications of a warning... and you were enjoying it. Feb 22 15:03:33 * MollyK nods Feb 22 15:04:22 When the Queen Anne's Lace was still making me make a little milk,why didn't you mention it? Feb 22 15:04:44 Because... its not the same Feb 22 15:04:55 Why not? Feb 22 15:05:57 I don't know... its just... not... Feb 22 15:06:18 * MollyK nods Feb 22 15:06:41 Is it something you are looking forward to? Feb 22 15:07:47 * Morgan blushes but nods Feb 22 15:07:56 * MollyK smiles Feb 22 15:08:27 Would it have been disappointing if I'd said I'd be immediately wanting wet nurses instead? Feb 22 15:08:51 Uhhh... maybe, I don't know Feb 22 15:09:03 * MollyK nods Feb 22 15:10:22 Alright, my love. Thank you for talking about the past with me so openly. I appreciate it. I think it's something that makes sense for us now, does that make sense to you? Feb 22 15:12:09 * Morgan nods Feb 22 15:12:11 Yes, it does Feb 22 15:13:24 I'm not jealous about this. I'm a little envious, but that we don't have that yet, not that you had that before Feb 22 15:14:06 * Morgan nods Feb 22 15:14:23 I wonder if I'll be able to tell when you're pregnant... Feb 22 15:14:31 Why would you? Feb 22 15:14:54 In the dream... you smelled... different. As Dietlinde had. Feb 22 15:15:17 The first dream? Feb 22 15:15:33 * Morgan nods Feb 22 15:16:05 From September, you'll be sniffing me frequently then? Feb 22 15:16:23 * Morgan smiles slightly Feb 22 15:16:24 Might be Feb 22 15:16:33 * MollyK smiles Feb 22 15:16:46 Do you need to establish a baseline, my love? Feb 22 15:17:11 Thats not the best come on you've ever given... Feb 22 15:17:19 * MollyK giggles Feb 22 15:17:27 I've managed better?! Feb 22 15:18:48 Unknowingly probably Feb 22 15:19:37 * MollyK nods "Most likely. It's not my strong suit, and I generally just hope that you approach me!" Feb 22 15:20:25 * Morgan nods Feb 22 15:20:27 Duly noted Feb 22 15:20:46 * MollyK smirks a little Feb 22 15:21:09 The best come on you gave me was blatant... right in the face, one might say Feb 22 15:21:58 * Morgan blushes hard Feb 22 15:22:29 * MollyK giggles at his flushing, taking his hand and kissing his knuckles Feb 22 15:22:44 That's a very enjoyable memory for me Feb 22 15:23:33 Really? Feb 22 15:23:39 * MollyK nods Feb 22 15:24:01 I enjoyed it greatly. I look forward to repeating it Feb 22 15:24:52 * Morgan nods Feb 22 15:24:59 I wasn't sure you'd want to Feb 22 15:25:36 I -definitely- want to. There and all the other places Heinzharold told you they have done it Feb 22 15:26:15 * Morgan nods Feb 22 15:26:25 Hopefully things will quieten down a little so we are able... Feb 22 15:27:32 * MollyK nods "they rarely seem to! Is that something you want to repeat, that you've been thinking of?" Feb 22 15:30:49 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Feb 22 15:52:40 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Feb 22 15:55:40 * Morgan nods Feb 22 15:55:42 Yes I think so Feb 22 16:00:29 * MollyK sighs "so much has happened since that, and this awful thread of nightmares... god I can't wait until that one is over!" Feb 22 16:02:25 * Morgan nods Feb 22 16:02:31 Aye... me too Feb 22 16:04:19 * MollyK smiles "then we can start getting on with exploring further?" Feb 22 16:05:00 * Morgan nods Feb 22 16:05:06 Yes... noise permitting... Feb 22 16:05:59 Mmmm I could probably make people temporarily deaf Feb 22 16:06:03 * MollyK smiles Feb 22 16:07:25 Thats true, actually... Feb 22 16:07:59 Or maybe we'll have to do like the girls on the Coral said, and use a stocking as a gag, hmm? Feb 22 16:08:30 I'm sorry, what? Feb 22 16:08:36 * MollyK smiles Feb 22 16:08:49 A stocking. It usually goes on a leg. Feb 22 16:09:50 * Morgan watches her Feb 22 16:09:53 You are teasing me Feb 22 16:11:58 * MollyK smiles Feb 22 16:12:06 Partly, yes Feb 22 16:12:16 Partly? Feb 22 16:12:32 Well yes, you obviously already knew what a stocking is! Feb 22 16:13:40 * Morgan nods Feb 22 16:13:45 You would really let me gag you? Feb 22 16:14:19 * MollyK nods, smiling Feb 22 16:14:21 Absolutely Feb 22 16:15:14 * Morgan blushes, looking surprised Feb 22 16:15:33 * MollyK watches him, tilting her head Feb 22 16:15:51 It's not that far removed from binding me... Feb 22 16:16:10 * Morgan blushes harder Feb 22 16:16:14 No... no I suppose not Feb 22 16:16:44 * MollyK nods, kissing his knuckles again Feb 22 16:17:05 You like that? The idea of gagging me? Feb 22 16:17:43 I uuhhh... I think I do Feb 22 16:18:03 * MollyK nods "I like that too" Feb 22 16:18:15 Really? Why? Feb 22 16:18:40 The submission of it, of being at your mercy Feb 22 16:19:15 * Morgan nods, the blush continuing Feb 22 16:19:45 * MollyK thinks, idly stroking his fingers with hers Feb 22 16:20:05 I like the trust involved, and that restriction Feb 22 16:20:47 * Morgan nods Feb 22 16:20:48 I see Feb 22 16:21:06 And you? What about the idea appeals to you? Feb 22 16:22:11 The control... that you would submit so... totally. Feb 22 16:23:27 * MollyK nods Feb 22 16:23:46 Utterly... I'd let you blindfold me if you wished it Feb 22 16:26:01 * Morgan nods slowly Feb 22 16:28:18 * MollyK exhales slowly Feb 22 16:28:52 I think I will try to help Zareen fairly soon Feb 22 16:29:27 * Morgan nods Feb 22 16:29:34 What would you have me do while you do? Feb 22 16:29:49 You can come with me, if you wish? Feb 22 16:30:46 Only if that will be helpful to you Feb 22 16:32:51 * MollyK nods, smiling Feb 22 16:33:08 I should have calmed down a little by then Feb 22 16:33:48 Ah... sorry love Feb 22 16:34:00 * MollyK shakes her head Feb 22 16:34:51 It's fine, truly. It's been getting worse as we've gone along the discussion, but I daren't risk any more! *she smiles* Feb 22 16:35:08 * Morgan nods Feb 22 16:35:16 Perhaps later then... depending on things Feb 22 16:35:26 * MollyK nods Feb 22 16:35:38 If things aren't as chaotic as usual! Feb 22 16:36:07 * Morgan nods Feb 22 16:37:29 * MollyK gently kisses his cheek "I'm going to get some coffee a minute, would you like one?" Feb 22 16:38:15 Oh... yes, please. I need to see Sorgi, give him the details of the plan too Feb 22 16:38:32 You didn't want me to go yet? Feb 22 16:39:21 Its fine love... I'd kill for some coffee Feb 22 16:40:36 * MollyK nods, getting up. Just outside the door he hears her bump into HH "He decent?". Molly replies "sadly, yes!". HH is chuckling when he comes in Feb 22 16:40:41 * MollyK is now known as HH Feb 22 16:41:05 You torturin' that poor lassie? Feb 22 16:41:37 Not so far as I know... we were just... talking... Feb 22 16:42:11 * HH shrugs a little "thought I'd see how y' were doin'?" Feb 22 16:43:17 Worrying mostly. She's really anxious about Zareen... Feb 22 16:45:20 Unnerstandable. Not gonna pull any martyr thing, like when she was willin' to risk 'erself with Elsie? Feb 22 16:45:51 I don't think so, no... its going to be hard work, and push her abilities but I don't think there's any risk to Molly Feb 22 16:46:06 She'd tell ya, right? Feb 22 16:46:33 Way she's talking about it, she has no intention of doing that... it was different with Elsie, she felt to blame Feb 22 16:46:44 * HH nods Feb 22 16:46:49 Yeah, guess so... Feb 22 16:48:44 I'll check but I don't think its necessary Feb 22 16:48:50 * HH nods Feb 22 16:49:06 Jus'... after that shit with the Sheik... Feb 22 16:50:25 * Morgan nods Feb 22 16:50:30 We've talked about that Feb 22 16:51:06 * HH nods Feb 22 16:51:30 Good. Told Inga 'bout yer dream Feb 22 16:52:01 Ah damn Feb 22 16:52:17 Nah, she thought it was funny and quite flattering Feb 22 16:53:56 Flattering? Cos I'm such a catch... Feb 22 16:55:25 Of all th' maids in yer house, she's th' one y' dreamed of Feb 22 16:56:14 Thats a bit weird man Feb 22 16:57:02 Women, eh? T' be fair, I'd be flattered if some pretty noble lassie had dreamt I was offerin' her a hospitality hand job Feb 22 16:57:34 Feel a bit guilty... Feb 22 16:57:45 Molly upset? Feb 22 16:58:00 No, she spent several minutes teasing me about it Feb 22 16:58:07 * HH laughs Feb 22 16:58:52 Is pretty funny t' think o' Saint Morgan being propositioned! Surprised y' even knew what a hand job was! Feb 22 16:59:18 She was fairly plain with what she was offering... eventually Feb 22 16:59:34 Why y' feel guilty then? Feb 22 17:00:14 Its daft... I mean, I know how big her bubbies are, see, cos of the brothel but... in the dream.. I properly noticed... Feb 22 17:00:21 * HH laughs Feb 22 17:00:28 They're great bubbies, man Feb 22 17:00:47 * Morgan mods slightly Feb 22 17:00:51 They're your apples... Feb 22 17:01:27 Yeah, an' after the draw me an' Claudia both have dreams o' losing control and sleepin' with yer wife, so... Feb 22 17:01:40 I feel worse about that to be honest Feb 22 17:01:48 Why? Feb 22 17:01:51 * Morgan sighs Feb 22 17:01:55 I know its daft... Feb 22 17:02:00 * HH nods Feb 22 17:02:41 Yep. Just dreams, man. I know you'd never touch my bubbies, y' don't hafta worry Feb 22 17:03:12 * Morgan nods Feb 22 17:03:13 good Feb 22 17:03:51 * HH nods "Just one o' them things. I dreamt I slept with Jarvie once" Feb 22 17:04:31 Really? That would've been weird Feb 22 17:05:09 * HH nods "was while y' were away, long b'fore Inga. Was pretty good." Feb 22 17:06:12 Definitely weird Feb 22 17:06:48 * HH nods "y' must o' dreamt about women y' weren't with at some point?" Feb 22 17:08:04 Couple of times when I was younger Feb 22 17:09:00 * HH grins "Ackshully, y' probably felt guilty 'bout that too!" Feb 22 17:09:25 *Molly brings in the coffee* what are we feeling guilty about? Feb 22 17:09:54 * HH looks at Morgan $uh oh!$ Feb 22 17:10:05 Just talking about dreams Feb 22 17:11:26 *Molly giggles* Oh, Inga the Friendly Maid? Feb 22 17:12:09 * HH nods "yeah, an' me dreamin' of Jarvie years ago" Feb 22 17:12:51 *Molly's eyes light up* -You- dreamt of -Jarvie-?! Okay, let me pour the coffee, I want to know everything! Feb 22 17:13:36 * HH grins $if in doubt, distract them with gossiping$ "Not much to tell, wasn't very long" Feb 22 17:13:54 Thats what she said Feb 22 17:14:25 *Molly smirks "I've heard it's what you do with it that counts, but that's not a problem I've had to deal with" Feb 22 17:15:12 * HH chuckles "'cmon then, come an' sit down f' the gory details!" Feb 22 17:16:22 I'm going to go give Sorgi some instructions while you're gossiping Feb 22 17:16:51 *Molly hands him coffee* alright, my love, I'll call when I'm ready for you Feb 22 17:17:33 * Morgan nods, taking his coffee and going looking for the captain Feb 22 17:18:22 * HH is now known as Sorgi Feb 22 17:18:27 * Sorgi is found on deck Feb 22 17:19:02 * Morgan walks straight to him cap'n, got a minute? Feb 22 17:20:21 Of course, m'lord Feb 22 17:20:35 How are the crew handling the... situation? Feb 22 17:21:00 A bit spooked but fairly steady Feb 22 17:22:00 * Morgan nods Feb 22 17:22:07 Theyre brave Feb 22 17:22:19 * Sorgi nods Feb 22 17:22:27 How are you? Feb 22 17:23:21 I've had better days Feb 22 17:23:45 I know you're more superstitious in Sudlachenburg Feb 22 17:23:59 I've rather been forced to face into all that Feb 22 17:24:41 It really spooked HeinzHarold Feb 22 17:24:50 How is he now? Feb 22 17:25:02 He's fine, thankfully Feb 22 17:26:51 Good. Her Excellency and the others? Feb 22 17:26:55 He's come up with an idea... when we anchor for the night, I want us facing back the way we came Feb 22 17:27:35 To see where we go? Feb 22 17:28:29 * Morgan nods Feb 22 17:28:43 Sort of. I want to know if she's just moving forward... or heading toward our destination... Feb 22 17:30:34 * Sorgi nods "assuming she moves again tonight?" Feb 22 17:30:53 I won't be terribly surprised Feb 22 17:33:57 * Sorgi nods "I'll stay up here until about two" Feb 22 17:34:23 Going to be a long day for you... Feb 22 17:36:01 I'll catch a nap around dinner time, m'lord Feb 22 17:37:04 I plan to be up and on deck anyway if you'd rather not... Feb 22 17:37:35 No, I want to see what's going on Feb 22 17:38:37 * Morgan nods Feb 22 17:38:41 Its a bit... alarming Feb 22 17:39:38 * Sorgi nods Feb 22 17:40:43 Once we know more it will be better. Providing we get there safely we could get home on other ships Feb 22 17:41:09 I don't think she'll put us in harms way. I wouldn't have let Molly and Varick stay if that were the case Feb 22 17:41:56 * Sorgi nods Feb 22 17:42:06 No Feb 22 17:44:08 * Morgan looks round the deck and up at the mast Feb 22 17:44:58 *everything looks fine* Feb 22 17:45:34 You ever been so far from home? Feb 22 17:47:52 No, but The Rose has been my home since August Feb 22 17:48:34 More than just a ship Feb 22 17:49:08 * Sorgi nods Feb 22 17:49:21 Landlubbers don't get that Feb 22 17:50:08 Not sure I ever really felt it during the war... I loved sailing but... it was just... where I slept and fought Feb 22 17:52:11 * Sorgi nods "I've heard others say similar" Feb 22 17:52:21 * Morgan nods Feb 22 17:52:35 I know Molly certainly feels that way Feb 22 17:53:40 * Sorgi nods "It's different when you're a sailor" Feb 22 17:53:55 * Morgan nods Feb 22 17:54:14 Molly has a sailors heart I think Feb 22 17:55:07 * Sorgi nods "She'd have flourished if she'd taken The Rose off alone, m'lord" Feb 22 17:55:30 * Morgan nods Feb 22 17:55:39 occasionally... I wonder if she'd have been happier Feb 22 17:56:16 Who can say, m'lord? Feb 22 17:57:04 Only Theus Feb 22 17:57:21 * Sorgi nods Feb 22 17:57:38 Would you want to know? Feb 22 17:58:11 * Morgan smiles faintly Feb 22 17:58:17 Only if she'd be happier with me Feb 22 17:58:24 * Sorgi laughs Feb 22 17:59:17 I don't think I was ever happier than now Feb 22 17:59:30 No? Feb 22 18:00:12 Having command is something special. It's not a profession, it's a calling Feb 22 18:00:45 * Morgan nods slowly Feb 22 18:01:39 It's a little like from that song, if you'll excuse my poor singing... Feb 22 18:03:44 *he sings the bit. Morgan knows the song, but he's not heard it since hearing Da sing it in the last few days he saw him. Ma had made a comment afterwards about how his mistress needed to learn her place and stop taking him away* Well a man may take a wife, boy Feb 22 18:03:44 And a man may take a mistress, Feb 22 18:03:44 But a sailor has his ship, boys Feb 22 18:03:44 And his mistress it is the sea. Feb 22 18:05:15 * Morgan nods slowly looking sad Feb 22 18:07:16 *the crew hear it, and someone starts singing it from the beginning. It doesn't take long before most of the watch are* ((http://czteryrefy.pl/data/dskgrtx/teksty/eteksty/iw_omp.html)) Feb 22 18:09:33 * Morgan listens quietly Feb 22 18:10:40 *it leads into them singing other things* Feb 22 18:10:52 I've started something now! Feb 22 18:10:59 * Morgan nods Feb 22 18:11:07 Doesn't take much to set a sailor singing Feb 22 18:11:54 * Sorgi nods Feb 22 18:12:10 [i'm ready for you] Feb 22 18:12:20 * Morgan takes a deep breath Feb 22 18:12:29 Will you excuse me captain, I'm needed below Feb 22 18:12:36 * Sorgi nods Feb 22 18:12:43 Of course, m'lord Feb 22 18:13:05 * Morgan nods, going below Feb 22 18:17:49 * Sorgi is now known as Molly Feb 22 18:17:59 * Molly is found in Zareen's room Feb 22 18:18:36 * Morgan knocks Feb 22 18:18:49 * Molly calls for him to come in Feb 22 18:21:31 * Morgan enters Feb 22 18:25:47 *the two berth room isn't very big with the crib that xsarlac bought put in too. Zareen looks quite relaxed, sat on one bed. Molly is sat on the other* Feb 22 18:26:03 Z: I thought you might want to say goodbye, just incase Feb 22 18:26:34 * Morgan looks deeply unhappy momentarily before nodding Feb 22 18:27:06 *Zareen gets up to hug him* Feb 22 18:27:24 * Morgan holds her tightly Feb 22 18:27:54 Z: Thank you for finding me Feb 22 18:28:45 I'm glad we did. Its been an honour and a pleasure to know you Feb 22 18:29:04 Z: And you Feb 22 18:30:13 * Morgan lets her go Feb 22 18:31:32 * Molly waits for Zareen to lie down on the bed, and smiles gently "Alright, all you need to do is relax, and you'll fall asleep. Then later on, I'll wake you up again" Feb 22 18:33:18 *Zareen does lie down, closing her eyes. Molly sits beside her on the bed, a hand on her forehead. He feels the usual prickle on the back of his neck, and sees Zareen fall asleep* Feb 22 18:33:35 * Morgan watches her quietly for a moment Feb 22 18:33:47 I don't need to worry about you pouring too much of yourself into this do I? Feb 22 18:34:19 Not at all. Even if it was an emergency, I have given my word. Mistakes made before will never be repeated Feb 22 18:34:35 * Morgan nods Feb 22 18:34:42 Ok... what do you need me to do? Feb 22 18:35:18 Just sit here, unless you wish to provide comfort to Xsarlac Feb 22 18:35:49 He can find the others if he needs it. I will stay with you Feb 22 18:37:01 Alright, my love. *she takes a deep breath, the prickling intensifying. The room is so very quiet. Molly stays very still, her hand still on Zareen's head* Feb 22 18:37:46 * Morgan sits quietly, praying Feb 22 18:38:55 *this continues for about twenty minutes, about as long as she was using magic on Elsie during her caesarean* Feb 22 18:39:25 * Morgan watches her carefully Feb 22 18:39:47 * Molly looks okay, just focused, eyes closed* Feb 22 18:40:07 * Morgan doesn't interrupt Feb 22 18:49:40 *Eventually the prickling stops* Feb 22 18:50:07 Alright... now we let her sleep Feb 22 18:51:43 For how long? Feb 22 18:51:54 Two or three hours Feb 22 18:52:14 And how long til we know who is in there? Feb 22 18:52:46 When she wakes up, I think. She may have some confusion or be sleepy though Feb 22 18:54:12 * Morgan nods slowly Feb 22 18:54:13 Alright Feb 22 18:54:32 * Molly gently stands up, yawning Feb 22 18:54:56 That was tiring! Feb 22 18:55:36 Why don't you go and sleep love... I'll stand watch Feb 22 18:55:46 Are you sure? Feb 22 18:56:01 * Morgan nods Feb 22 18:56:06 Aye, of course. You need to rest Feb 22 18:56:25 I can send Inga if you want company or so you can come and go to see Xsarlac Feb 22 18:56:43 I'll be alright love Feb 22 18:57:05 * Molly kisses him gently and briefly Feb 22 18:57:16 I'll have them wake me in about an hour Feb 22 18:57:47 Sleep as long as you need Feb 22 18:58:16 Alright, my love Feb 22 18:58:28 * Molly quietly lets herself out Feb 22 18:59:18 * Morgan fidgets about, getting himself comfortable for the long wait Feb 22 19:00:15 *it's about an hour later when the door quietly opens* Feb 22 19:00:20 * Molly is now known as Inga Feb 22 19:00:31 * Morgan smiles gently Feb 22 19:00:42 Molly said before she went to sleep for me to come and check on you in an hour Feb 22 19:01:53 I don't suppose you brought any coffee with you? Feb 22 19:02:16 No, I can get it for you? Feb 22 19:04:16 Would you mind? I don't like asking you to do things for me though.... Feb 22 19:05:18 * Inga clamps her hand over her mouth, trying not to giggle Feb 22 19:05:49 * Morgan blushes hard Feb 22 19:05:55 Thats not what I meant! Feb 22 19:06:17 * Inga 's shoulders are shaking and she's smiling Feb 22 19:06:33 It's alright, I'm happy to lend a land Feb 22 19:06:37 Hand* Feb 22 19:07:11 * Morgan blushes harder Feb 22 19:07:57 * Inga goes out Feb 22 19:08:54 * Morgan mutters to himself Feb 22 19:08:57 Bloody minx Feb 22 19:10:27 * Inga comes back with two cups, sitting beside him on the bunk Feb 22 19:10:50 * Morgan thanks her before sipping the coffee, closing his eyes momentarily Feb 22 19:11:16 Are you going to get apologetic? Feb 22 19:11:51 Are you uncomfortable about it? Feb 22 19:12:21 No, I just think it's funny and sort of sweet Feb 22 19:12:44 Sort of sweet? Feb 22 19:13:19 There's prettier maids that did it Feb 22 19:13:55 I wouldn't know about that Feb 22 19:14:13 It's flattering really Feb 22 19:15:04 I'm glad you think so Feb 22 19:15:58 I heard you didn't take me up on it *she sips her drink, smiling* Feb 22 19:16:41 HeinzHarold tell you that? Feb 22 19:16:51 Molly Feb 22 19:17:05 * Morgan nods Feb 22 19:17:16 I hadn't, no Feb 22 19:19:15 Unless they'd taught me, you wouldn't have been missing anything worth having! Feb 22 19:19:41 * Morgan sips his coffee, watching her Feb 22 19:20:00 HeinzHarold has no complaints Feb 22 19:21:02 The first time I did it was during a fumble in the dairy with Heinrich. I accidentally yanked out a handful of hair, and thought he was finished at just the wrong moment. I ruined his orgasm Feb 22 19:21:33 * Morgan snorts, blushing Feb 22 19:21:54 Thats unfortunate Feb 22 19:22:01 * Inga nods Feb 22 19:22:25 I don't think anyone is great the first time, but not as bad as that! Feb 22 19:22:55 I guided Molly the first time... Feb 22 19:23:18 That's sensible, did she do well? Feb 22 19:23:31 Uhhh... mission accomplished... Feb 22 19:23:44 * Inga rolls her eyes Feb 22 19:23:58 How am I supposed to gossip about that?! Feb 22 19:25:04 Ah, sorry... I'm not really -used- to gossip... Feb 22 19:25:33 Didn't Dietlinde have friends she gossiped with? Feb 22 19:26:01 We were very private and... realistically, I was nothing like I am now Feb 22 19:26:11 That's sad Feb 22 19:26:31 Is it? We were happy together Feb 22 19:26:54 I like you as you are Feb 22 19:27:36 Troubled, cantankerous and deviant in bed? Feb 22 19:27:59 * Inga smiles Feb 22 19:28:20 Definitely the last one. But you're not cantankerous with me Feb 22 19:28:46 I try hard not to be anymore. Feb 22 19:28:52 * Inga nods Feb 22 19:30:17 That was the night the family were away and Heinzharold came to dinner, wasn't it? Feb 22 19:30:49 * Morgan nods Feb 22 19:32:06 Heinzharold and I were kissing, and we managed to knock that chessboard everywhere. It took us ages to find the bishop Feb 22 19:32:32 Thats a very specific thing to remember Feb 22 19:33:15 I remember because Heinzharold said he was hiding under the sofa so he didn't see any fornicating Feb 22 19:33:54 * Morgan laughs quietly Feb 22 19:33:58 Sounds like him Feb 22 19:35:06 I told him there wouldn't be any fornicating because anyone in the laundry realised what they were cleaning I'd have been suspected immediately, because it would definitely not have been the Veisgraf! Feb 22 19:35:28 Because I never did such things... Feb 22 19:36:27 It's was whispered about that you were either a saint or doing it outside... Feb 22 19:36:43 * Morgan pulls a face Feb 22 19:36:50 Definitely neither Feb 22 19:37:03 Yes, that's more recent *she smirks* Feb 22 19:37:12 * Morgan blushes, nodding Feb 22 19:37:23 Is that why no-one ever approached me? Feb 22 19:38:39 As far as I know, yes. If we weren't dealing with your sheets and towels you probably weren't in need of help Feb 22 19:38:54 * Morgan nods Feb 22 19:38:59 Thats actually a relief Feb 22 19:39:08 * Inga giggles quietly Feb 22 19:39:12 It would have been Feb 22 19:39:28 * Morgan wipes his face Feb 22 19:39:39 Don't think my face has ever been so warm Feb 22 19:39:49 That's what she said Feb 22 19:40:05 * Morgan covers his eyes, going bright red Feb 22 19:40:46 Why did you think it was? Feb 22 19:40:59 * Morgan shrugs Feb 22 19:41:10 just... I don't know, sort of made me wonder what was wrong with me... Feb 22 19:41:44 * Inga shakes her head Feb 22 19:42:29 It wasn't anything like that. Edward was approached because it became clear he would want a hand Feb 22 19:42:39 Oh god I shouldn't have said that! Feb 22 19:43:15 Where do you think I found out about it? It wasn't my normally good observation skills Feb 22 19:43:43 * Inga nods Feb 22 19:44:42 There's not much work for Friendly Maids there because there's not many visitors, and your Father probably doesn't know any more than you did! Feb 22 19:45:10 No, he would lose his mind if he knew, then I'd have to annoy him just to distract him Feb 22 19:45:16 * Inga nods Feb 22 19:45:31 The girls that have done it would probably lose their jobs Feb 22 19:45:40 * Morgan nods Feb 22 19:46:02 I don't really want that going on... but I'm struggling to find a reason -why- Feb 22 19:47:08 I don't know. It's not like the girls have to do it, or do it with anyone they don't want to. And unless she's useless, it's less than five minutes out of her day Feb 22 19:47:25 * Morgan nods Feb 22 19:47:39 My concern is that they would feel they need to to make ends meet... I don't want that. Feb 22 19:47:50 * Inga nods Feb 22 19:48:20 Just pay them well. But it will still happen, especially if you have handsome guests Feb 22 19:49:07 One of those things I just have to accept... Feb 22 19:49:34 * Inga nods, smiling Feb 22 19:50:35 It's better than them getting ideas in their heads about just taking any of the maids if they want them Feb 22 19:50:44 * Morgan nods Feb 22 19:50:53 -that- is not happening. Feb 22 19:51:00 * Inga nods Feb 22 19:51:27 Heinzharold didn't know about it either Feb 22 19:52:13 No, I recall his outrage when I told him... just after the, uhhh... incident... Feb 22 19:52:32 That was hilarious! I wish I'd seen his face Feb 22 19:52:51 I could probably draw it when I caught him creeping across the hall Feb 22 19:52:58 Yes, please! Feb 22 19:53:54 * Morgan nods Feb 22 19:53:59 I'm sure he'll appreciate that Feb 22 19:54:10 I laughed so much I was sick Feb 22 19:54:52 * Morgan chuckles before sipping his coffee Feb 22 19:55:18 I'm surprised he hasn't pulled it fully off already Feb 22 19:55:41 Beg pardon? Feb 22 19:55:55 * Inga makes the self pleasuring gesture Feb 22 19:56:07 The amount he did it in the past Feb 22 19:57:43 * Morgan blushes at her gesture Feb 22 19:57:56 * Inga laughs quietly Feb 22 19:58:02 Might've started off bigger and worn some of it away Feb 22 19:58:09 Probably shouldn't do that gesture around you! Feb 22 19:59:10 Sometimes I wonder how made it through the academy without my face bursting into flames Feb 22 19:59:56 Is it as bad as they say there? Feb 22 20:00:38 I wasn't really included much, so its probably worse than I experienced so... I'd say so... Feb 22 20:01:07 They say when it's all boys they experiment with each other, instead of girls Feb 22 20:01:44 Definitely didn't see anything like that Feb 22 20:02:13 * Inga nods Feb 22 20:03:13 Heinzharold isn't bothered about what you dreamed Feb 22 20:03:21 * Morgan nods Feb 22 20:03:33 I know Feb 22 20:04:28 He's just glad you didn't have a really bad nightmare Feb 22 20:05:25 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Feb 22 20:05:33 So am I. Still reckon a really bad ones coming though Feb 22 20:05:47 Why? Feb 22 20:06:49 because... when I'm finished with a particular set of dreams, they turn sort of blue and I become aware its just a dream Feb 22 20:08:29 Did that happen with the one of me, or am I going to be helping you? Feb 22 20:08:50 No, it turned blue... Feb 22 20:10:01 You must be glad about that! Feb 22 20:10:32 * Morgan sips his coffee Feb 22 20:10:35 Why's that? Feb 22 20:12:05 I wouldn't have thought you want to remember that when you woke up! Feb 22 20:12:47 Would be quite awkward Feb 22 20:14:42 * Inga nods "I don't think Molly would like that. Heinzharold would probably still just laugh" Feb 22 20:15:17 Molly and I have had to face into the possibility I would wake up amorous because of a dream about Dietlinde... I doubt it'd be any different in this case Feb 22 20:15:41 * Inga nods Feb 22 20:15:47 We did talk about that Feb 22 20:17:24 Oh? Feb 22 20:17:59 What to do about it, and how I'd react if it was Heinzharold Feb 22 20:18:12 right... and the outcome? Feb 22 20:18:53 She said you both decided you'd just have sex together if you wanted to when you woke up Feb 22 20:19:31 * Morgan nods Feb 22 20:20:01 We make the choice to be together... not pretending its someone else. How would you feel if it were HeinzHarold? Feb 22 20:20:37 If I spent any energy worrying about what goes on in Heinzharold's head I'd never get any peace Feb 22 20:21:01 Thats a fair point Feb 22 20:22:36 I've dreamt of Heinrich before, it doesn't mean I want him now. I dreamt of Potts too once Feb 22 20:23:17 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Feb 22 20:23:56 I think... I've only dreamt of actually doing anything with anyone else the once, but that was before I was with Dietlinde Feb 22 20:27:52 Who was it? Feb 22 20:28:26 Someone I'd seen while at the academy Feb 22 20:28:36 One of the boys?! Feb 22 20:28:44 * Morgan frowns Feb 22 20:28:49 No. Feb 22 20:29:02 There was a girl at the Academy? Feb 22 20:29:39 We weren't always -inside- the grounds... Feb 22 20:30:00 * Inga sips her coffee Feb 22 20:30:07 What did you dream? Feb 22 20:31:29 Just that she was using her hand on me... I had no idea about girls then so... I don't even remember what my role was... Feb 22 20:31:40 * Inga smiles Feb 22 20:31:47 That's sweet Feb 22 20:32:16 * Morgan shrugs Feb 22 20:32:56 Did you used to dream about Molly before you got together? Feb 22 20:33:26 A couple of times after she fell in the pool... normally, though... just nightmares Feb 22 20:33:48 Just the same thing as really happened? Feb 22 20:34:22 That, spiders, some of the things I faced in Tawstock... -mostly- the fire and the Schattenmann Feb 22 20:35:53 * Inga nods Feb 22 20:36:09 You know that girl Greta, Heinzharold's first kiss? Feb 22 20:36:17 * Morgan nods Feb 22 20:36:58 I dreamt I saw her and Potts at that old wooden gazebo at the back of the clearing Feb 22 20:37:19 Oh? Feb 22 20:38:36 He could see me, but the bushes meant she couldn't. They were naked, stood up, and he was taking her from behind *she says this matter of factory, as if she's fully given up on the idea of Saint Morgan* Feb 22 20:39:55 * Morgan blushes but nods Feb 22 20:40:25 It was odd, because we kept looking at each other. It was arousing Feb 22 20:40:46 I suppose I can understand that... apart from him Feb 22 20:40:56 * Inga nods Feb 22 20:41:03 I think he's handsome Feb 22 20:41:25 I can recognise objectively that he is... Feb 22 20:41:29 * Inga nods Feb 22 20:42:18 Nothing actually happened directly between us, but we were watching each other when he finished. Then I woke up Feb 22 20:42:41 * Morgan nods Feb 22 20:44:48 Heinzharold thought that was funny too. He said "Lucky him, swiving Greta". So I kicked him off the bed Feb 22 20:44:59 * Morgan laughs Feb 22 20:45:03 He's such a prat sometimes Feb 22 20:45:27 He was only joking, he knows I don't like her Feb 22 20:45:43 Bit of jealousy there? Feb 22 20:46:32 Yes. I know he's kissed and done much more with about half of the Objectionist campies, but she was the first one he kissed. It was special Feb 22 20:46:54 * Morgan nods Feb 22 20:47:01 I can appreciate that Feb 22 20:47:46 You were both of their first kisses? Feb 22 20:48:35 Proper kiss, yes... Feb 22 20:48:57 That's so lucky! Feb 22 20:49:17 * Morgan nods Feb 22 20:50:44 Heinzharold doesn't care that he wasn't the first I kissed or anything. He cares more than I loved Heinrich Feb 22 20:50:54 * Morgan nods Feb 22 20:51:10 He's very angry at how he treated you Feb 22 20:51:19 * Inga nods Feb 22 20:51:55 I know much better now, I wouldn't put up with not getting anything in return again Feb 22 20:53:37 * Morgan nods Feb 22 20:53:42 Reciprocation is vital Feb 22 20:54:44 * Inga nods Feb 22 20:54:51 Heinzharold is very generous Feb 22 20:55:18 * Morgan nods Feb 22 20:55:52 So I'm told Feb 22 20:55:58 I know you are too Feb 22 20:57:13 * Morgan nods Feb 22 20:57:40 In truth I get plenty of enjoyment from her enjoying it Feb 22 20:58:16 * Inga nods Feb 22 20:58:20 That's good Feb 22 20:59:24 * Inga finishes her coffee before she says "what do you think will happen with her now?" Feb 22 21:00:02 I have no idea... I wish I knew Feb 22 21:01:50 It shouldn't be much longer Feb 22 21:02:25 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:02:31 And then we'll just have to wait and see Feb 22 21:03:24 * Inga nods Feb 22 21:03:38 It's been nice to talk though Feb 22 21:04:12 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:04:25 Despite the fact my face has felt like its on fire... I've very much enjoyed spending time with you Feb 22 21:04:39 * Inga nods Feb 22 21:05:16 Even when I did the gesture? Feb 22 21:05:40 * Morgan smirks before blushing Feb 22 21:06:21 Especially then Feb 22 21:06:35 * Inga laughs Feb 22 21:07:06 Sounds like maybe you and Molly need to play the Friendly Maid game today! Feb 22 21:08:26 Maybe... if we get time later Feb 22 21:09:17 We will help if you need it Feb 22 21:09:42 * Inga giggles "I didn't mean that to come out that way!" Feb 22 21:09:48 * Morgan sniggers Feb 22 21:10:06 I know you will, just got a lot going on today Feb 22 21:10:15 * Inga nods Feb 22 21:10:25 It's really important though Feb 22 21:11:42 I know love... Feb 22 21:12:12 [I'm awake my love, is she alright?] Feb 22 21:12:24 [yes blossom still asleep] Feb 22 21:12:31 Molly's awake Feb 22 21:12:42 Do you want to check on her? Feb 22 21:13:14 [are you alright love?] Feb 22 21:13:46 * Morgan smiles faintly Feb 22 21:13:48 Just did Feb 22 21:14:35 That's so practical Feb 22 21:14:59 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:15:03 Very much so, yes Feb 22 21:15:04 [yes, I am. Are you? Did Inga come?] Feb 22 21:15:20 [No, we were very well behaved and just talked] Feb 22 21:15:53 [i don't understand?] Feb 22 21:16:14 [I'm being crude my love. We've been talking, its helped pass the time] Feb 22 21:16:44 * Morgan watches Zareen for a moment Feb 22 21:17:01 [oh... alright. You haven't been very uncomfortable in her company?] Feb 22 21:17:02 If she is not in there anymore... I'm going to miss her a great deal Feb 22 21:17:18 * Inga nods "me too" Feb 22 21:17:46 [No, its not been too bad. I have been blushing quite a bit] Feb 22 21:17:56 * Morgan nods, sighing Feb 22 21:18:27 [it sounds like I've missed the fun!] Feb 22 21:18:40 [she says we should play the friendly maid game later] Feb 22 21:18:49 Maybe we like another one too? Feb 22 21:19:13 I love that little man. Feb 22 21:19:28 [did you not get similar in your dream where your arms were strapped up and you couldn't get off from the sheets?] Feb 22 21:19:42 [yes, actually] Feb 22 21:19:53 * Inga nods "we all do, but he really likes you and Molly" Feb 22 21:20:08 [we could try that if you wish though] Feb 22 21:20:19 Thats because I'm an absolute treasure... *he says this completely deadpan* Feb 22 21:20:36 [I think we can find more mutually enjoyable activities love] Feb 22 21:20:49 * Inga smiles "that's what I tell people" Feb 22 21:20:57 That you're a treasure? Feb 22 21:21:25 [I'm alone in bed a moment, do feel free to tell me something you'd find enjoyable!] Feb 22 21:21:34 No that you are Feb 22 21:22:18 * Morgan sends her an image from her dream of being bent over on the couch by the window as he pressed into her rear Feb 22 21:22:42 Thats very kind of you Feb 22 21:23:12 You're a nice man Feb 22 21:23:45 [mmmhmm... I wonder how long I can get away with lingering in bed!] Feb 22 21:23:56 I can think of a certain Castillian Captain who would disagree Feb 22 21:24:09 Heinzharold said he's a prick Feb 22 21:24:17 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:24:19 He is Feb 22 21:24:29 [Somewhat occupied now are we?] Feb 22 21:24:48 [very aroused and tempted to be occupied!] Feb 22 21:25:18 [If thats what you want to do love] Feb 22 21:25:32 [you wouldn't mind?] Feb 22 21:25:53 [No love, its fine] Feb 22 21:26:05 Xsarlac must be scared Feb 22 21:26:45 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:26:48 I would be Feb 22 21:27:55 [alright, my love] *she sends him the image of her pulling her skirts up to her knees, thighs, and then hips* Feb 22 21:28:05 * Morgan blushes Feb 22 21:28:15 He just doesn't know what he's going to get Feb 22 21:28:41 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:28:51 No... he's spent so long looking for her... Feb 22 21:29:12 * Inga nods Feb 22 21:29:20 He must be hopeful too Feb 22 21:29:41 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:30:01 He will stand by and support her regardless but... it must be so difficult for him Feb 22 21:30:12 * Inga nods Feb 22 21:30:30 She's so close, but so far away Feb 22 21:30:40 I think... its like with Florrie... its difficult, her looking so much like Jana... but she's someone else entirely... Feb 22 21:30:48 * Inga nods Feb 22 21:31:01 And you wish she was different Feb 22 21:31:21 It'd be easier if she looked different Feb 22 21:32:45 * Inga nods Feb 22 21:33:06 But then you might never have found her Feb 22 21:33:16 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:33:24 No... and that would be unacceptable Feb 22 21:33:32 * Inga nods Feb 22 21:33:47 Is Molly coming? Shall I get her coffee too? Feb 22 21:33:56 She might be, but she's still in bed Feb 22 21:34:08 * Morgan blushes hard Feb 22 21:36:22 She'll be too slow fo-... oh! Feb 22 21:36:57 * Morgan chuckles Feb 22 21:37:18 * Inga blushes, about the first time she has so far "you should have said, you could have gone!" Feb 22 21:37:47 * Morgan laughs Feb 22 21:38:16 I made you blush... No, I'm waiting here for Zareen to wake... besides, if I got involved we'd get interrupted Feb 22 21:39:04 That happens a lot to you. Heinzharold would have been out of the door the moment he knew Feb 22 21:39:31 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:39:44 It is what it is... when we do get chance we more than make up for it Feb 22 21:40:29 * Inga giggles Feb 22 21:40:35 That's good Feb 22 21:40:40 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:40:42 aye Feb 22 21:40:59 [I will be with you in a couple of minutes, my love] Feb 22 21:41:36 [ok blossom] Feb 22 21:42:40 * Inga arrives a few minutes later, looking entirely tidy and calm Feb 22 21:42:45 * Inga is now known as Molly Feb 22 21:43:04 * Molly smiles "Zareen has been peaceful?" Feb 22 21:43:25 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:43:27 Completely Feb 22 21:43:30 I: I'll get the coffee made... Feb 22 21:43:40 * Molly thanks her Feb 22 21:45:29 * Morgan shifts on the bed, stretching his legs Feb 22 21:45:44 * Molly shuts the door gently Feb 22 21:45:55 I'm sorry I was gone so long, I was so tired Feb 22 21:46:19 I know love, I expected that Feb 22 21:46:47 * Molly nods Feb 22 21:46:53 Everything is well? Feb 22 21:48:06 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:48:10 Aye love, fine Feb 22 21:48:49 * Molly nods, watching him a moment before taking a deep breath Feb 22 21:48:57 Alright, are you ready? Feb 22 21:50:03 * Morgan nods Feb 22 21:50:07 Aye, I think so Feb 22 21:51:17 * Molly nods, looking anxious and tense, but he sees how she squares her shoulders Feb 22 21:52:28 * Morgan reaches out, taking her hand Feb 22 21:53:23 * Molly squeezes his hand gratefully Feb 22 21:53:44 It doesn't do to avoid that which makes us uneasy... Feb 22 21:54:21 No... I will stay sat here, I don't want to alarm her Feb 22 21:56:05 * Molly nods, kissing his knuckles very firmly Feb 22 21:56:12 Alright, my love Feb 22 21:57:34 * Molly lets go, sitting gently on the bed. She takes the woman's hand, and his neck prickles Feb 22 21:58:30 * Morgan watches her Feb 22 21:59:05 *The woman opens her eyes. Molly speaks quietly* That's it, just relax... Feb 22 22:01:39 *On the bed, the grey eyes blink a time or two as she rouses. When she speaks, it's Capperlucian, which he recognises from the few lessons he's had* ;do you have some water?; Feb 22 22:02:13 * Morgan moves slowly, getting her some water Feb 22 22:03:34 * Molly helps her sit up, propping her with pillows. She has gained a basic grasp of the language, so she asks "How do you feel?" Feb 22 22:05:23 *The woman looks like Zareen, and yet she is somehow different, her expressions more bold and open, her voice is less quiet. She smiles at Morgan when she takes the water, confident "Thank you, I am parched!" Feb 22 22:05:52 * Morgan inclines his head, backing up and sitting back on the other bed Feb 22 22:06:50 *she turns her attention to Molly* I feel fine. You don't speak much Capperlucian... *she drinks a mouthful before looking to Morgan* You are fluent in Thean, yes? Feb 22 22:07:09 * Morgan nods Feb 22 22:07:12 I am, yes Feb 22 22:08:05 *the woman switches languages, Molly has also been learning Thean* Feb 22 22:08:52 B: Wonderful. Now, everything seems well, but if the medical advice is rest, I shall rest. Will you relay that, please? Feb 22 22:09:31 * Morgan repeats it to Molly Feb 22 22:10:32 * Molly replies to her in Thean "I'd like you to rest tonight" Feb 22 22:11:01 [I think we need to know what she remembers... and who she feels she is...] Feb 22 22:11:07 *she nods, sipping the water quietly a minute* Feb 22 22:11:31 [I don't think she's Zareen, do you?] Feb 22 22:11:45 [no] Feb 22 22:11:51 Can you tell me your name? Feb 22 22:12:36 *It's odd, she's still pretty, but in a different sort of way. More pretty like Claudia than pretty like Stef, despite that her face is no different* Feb 22 22:12:43 * Molly is now known as Betuana Feb 22 22:13:23 My name is Betuana of Capperlucia. I am on a ship bound for my home, and you are the owner of that ship, as well as a Duke. Feb 22 22:14:08 * Morgan nods slowly Feb 22 22:14:18 You remember everything from the last five years? Feb 22 22:15:39 It is hazy, but I do recall much of it Feb 22 22:16:00 [should I ask about Amir?] Feb 22 22:16:28 [I think maybe we should get Xsarlac?] Feb 22 22:17:53 [Do you want me to?] Feb 22 22:18:30 [please] Feb 22 22:18:43 Alright. Can you tell me your husbands name? Feb 22 22:19:27 His name is Xsarlac Feb 22 22:19:48 * Morgan nods Feb 22 22:19:57 Alright then... I'll go find him Feb 22 22:20:09 Thank you Feb 22 22:20:27 * Morgan nods, standing up and touching Molly's shoulder before going to find Sigfried Feb 22 22:20:55 *He is in their study, stood by the window watching out* Feb 22 22:21:14 * Morgan clears his throat Feb 22 22:21:25 She's ready to see you Feb 22 22:23:31 X: *he and the others look in Morgan's direction. Xsarlac has that same concerned expression Morgan probably wore waiting for Dietlinde's delivery to be over* Feb 22 22:23:39 X: How is she? Feb 22 22:24:19 She seems fine Feb 22 22:26:36 HH: yeah, but -who- is she? Feb 22 22:27:14 * Morgan glances at him, anyone not as close as HeinzHarold would miss the upset in his expression Feb 22 22:27:38 It seems Zareen is gone... Betuana has returned. Feb 22 22:28:53 X: *he exhales with heavy relief, finally having regained his wife and queen after so long* Feb 22 22:29:24 HH: $ah, man. Sorry$ Feb 22 22:29:36 $Its what we came for$ Feb 22 22:30:04 HH: Want is watchin' th' kids? Feb 22 22:30:15 * Morgan nods Feb 22 22:30:35 *Xsarlac looks happy* Feb 22 22:31:08 * Morgan motions with his head to Xsarlac, leading him slowly towards Zareens former room Feb 22 22:31:45 We've not asked anything about Amir... we don't want to push her until she's had some rest. She remembers most of the last five years, but some of it is hazy Feb 22 22:31:52 *Xsarlac looks to Morgan* Thank you, Morgan, you don't know how much this means to me Feb 22 22:32:47 * Morgan nods Feb 22 22:32:56 I suppose I should stop calling you Sigfried as well Feb 22 22:34:17 *Xsarlac nods, but he's not paying full attention* Feb 22 22:34:38 You need a minute? Feb 22 22:35:24 X: I just want to see her Feb 22 22:35:44 * Morgan nods, tapping gently on the door Feb 22 22:50:05 * Betuana calls to come in Feb 22 22:50:37 * Morgan pushes the door open, letting Xsarlac enter Feb 22 22:51:38 *he can see something in Betuana's face that he didn't see in Zareen's; absolute joy and self-assurance* Xsarlac! Feb 22 22:54:19 * Morgan watches Xsarlacs reaction Feb 22 22:54:45 *Xsarlac looks overcome with relief and happiness, and. goes straight to her, sitting beside her on the bed. She puts a hand on his crown in a way that seems almost paternal in Morgan's own culture. He kisses the palm of her other hand* X: I never stopped looking for you. Feb 22 22:55:38 * Morgan looks at Molly Feb 22 22:56:00 * Betuana nods "You have always been a good husband. I love you." Feb 22 22:56:47 *Molly is already watching him, her expression a little more serious than would be expected* Feb 22 22:57:00 [are you alright?] Feb 22 22:57:12 [are -you-?] Feb 22 22:57:41 * Betuana and Xsarlac continue to express their happiness at being reunited Feb 22 22:57:58 [I think we can give them some space?] Feb 22 22:58:38 M: We will leave you to be reacquainted. Please send for me if you feel at all unwell. Feb 22 22:58:57 * Betuana smiles "Thank you, Molly" Feb 22 22:59:32 * Morgan quietly makes his way back into the hallway Feb 22 23:00:13 *Molly follows him out, immediately opening the empty room next door to it* Feb 22 23:00:38 * Morgan sighs, going into it Feb 22 23:00:51 * Betuana is now known as Molly Feb 22 23:01:13 * Molly follows, shutting it behind them. She opens her arms to him Feb 22 23:01:31 * Morgan goes to her, putting his arms around her Feb 22 23:01:48 * Molly holds him tightly Feb 22 23:01:57 It's alright, my love Feb 22 23:02:10 Its stupid Feb 22 23:02:27 No, it isn't. Whatever you feel now is not stupid Feb 22 23:03:58 This is what we went there for... what we endured so much hurt for... its stupid to be upset that we've got what we went for Feb 22 23:05:13 No it isn't, my love. It's grief Feb 22 23:05:54 For a woman who only existed because of a head injury who we've known for... what... a couple of weeks? Feb 22 23:06:49 Have you never read a book that you are so engrossed in that you feel a deep sadness when a character dies, or the book ends in a way you didn't want? Feb 22 23:07:32 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:08:13 Those are even less real, and yet our hearts feel that loss Feb 22 23:08:56 * Morgan nods, hanging his head Feb 22 23:10:09 * Molly gently rubs his back "it's alright" Feb 22 23:10:21 I'm worried for Amir Feb 22 23:10:47 He will be able to tell Feb 22 23:10:56 * Morgan nods undoubtedly Feb 22 23:11:22 We'll figure it out, my love Feb 22 23:11:50 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:11:54 Aye, we will Feb 22 23:13:07 She'll live on in Amir Feb 22 23:13:43 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:13:51 What now? Feb 22 23:14:45 * Molly takes a deep breath Feb 22 23:15:03 I think we should leave them to it really, don't you? Feb 22 23:15:15 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:16:24 I don't suppose you have that rope you were tying on my forearm before? Feb 22 23:16:40 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:16:42 I do Feb 22 23:17:20 Would you put it on? Feb 22 23:18:50 * Morgan nods, pulling it from his pocket Feb 22 23:18:53 * Molly pulls her sleeve up and presents her arm Feb 22 23:19:58 * Morgan takes a few minutes lacing it up her forearm Feb 22 23:20:47 * Molly smiles, sighing and relaxing when it is done Feb 22 23:20:51 That's better Feb 22 23:21:06 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:21:26 * Molly looks at it "it's so pretty" Feb 22 23:23:04 I'm glad yo like it... and that it helps Feb 22 23:23:10 * Molly nods Feb 22 23:23:49 It does. I've felt the need for a resolution since the end of the magic, and this feels right Feb 22 23:24:12 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:24:13 Alright Feb 22 23:24:26 * Molly pulls her sleeve down Feb 22 23:24:55 What about you, my love? What can I do that would make you feel better right now? Feb 22 23:25:22 * Morgan shrugs Feb 22 23:25:31 I don't know. Do you know where my book is? Feb 22 23:25:42 Which book, my love? Feb 22 23:25:54 The one I got from Karlsruhe Feb 22 23:26:10 On the top shelf of the book shelves Feb 22 23:26:25 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:26:29 alright... I need that Feb 22 23:26:42 Shall I fetch it? Feb 22 23:27:06 I'll get it. Need to find out when Amir last ate Feb 22 23:28:31 Heinzharold was giving him goat's milk and a snack when I got there, so two hours ago Feb 22 23:29:23 Probably alright for now then Feb 22 23:30:20 * Molly goes back into the hall "I would think so. If he was younger it would be more of a concern" Feb 22 23:30:29 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:31:07 Where will you be if I need you? Feb 22 23:31:10 * Morgan heads back toward his study Feb 22 23:31:15 In the rigging Feb 22 23:31:42 * Molly goes with him Feb 22 23:31:47 Alright, liebling Feb 22 23:32:38 *in the study there's coffee, and Inga and Heinzharold are playing with the children* Feb 22 23:33:13 * Morgan goes to the bookshelf, looking for the book Feb 22 23:34:31 *he finds it easily Feb 22 23:34:47 alright... I'll be back soon Feb 22 23:35:53 * Molly is now known as HH Feb 22 23:36:01 Where y' headed? Feb 22 23:36:14 * Morgan brandishes the book Feb 22 23:36:18 Somewhere quiet for a minute Feb 22 23:36:31 $need me?$ Feb 22 23:36:55 Yeah, not gonna be quiet in 'ere with the ladies together again Feb 22 23:37:05 $I'll be alright$ Feb 22 23:37:09 No, unlikely Feb 22 23:38:07 I'm like th' circus master, an' these are my beasts! *he grins, going to try to teach Varick tricks* Feb 22 23:38:56 * Morgan quietly leaves the room, heading up on deck and scaling the rigging, going up very high before moving out along one of the spars before sitting down Feb 22 23:39:32 *the weather is luckily favourable for this Feb 22 23:39:57 * Morgan flicks through the book, stopping at random and reading the passage Feb 22 23:40:31 *it says "blushing is the colour of virtue* Feb 22 23:41:27 * Morgan tucks the book away in a pocket before closing his eyes and trying to meditate Feb 22 23:41:57 *up here it's surprisingly easy* Feb 22 23:42:38 * Morgan spends twenty minutes trying to get to that calm state he finds in his dreams of the Sudlache Feb 22 23:43:11 *it eventually comes to him* Feb 22 23:43:41 * Morgan spends some time just being in that space before opening his eyes and looking round Feb 22 23:44:33 *it's starting to get dark* Feb 22 23:45:07 * Morgan tries to feel if they're slowing Feb 22 23:45:33 *they aren't, but he hears Sorgi give the call to* Feb 22 23:46:10 * Morgan nods to himself, moving back along the arm before dropping down the rigging quickly Feb 22 23:46:36 * HH is now known as Sorgi Feb 22 23:46:49 I didn't know you were up there, m'lord Feb 22 23:47:10 Finding a few moments to quiet my mind Feb 22 23:48:05 * Sorgi nods Feb 22 23:48:28 Anything I can do, m'lord? Feb 22 23:48:43 * Morgan smiles, shaking his head Feb 22 23:48:58 Zareen is gone, Betuana has returned. I had grown quite fond of Zareen, thats all Feb 22 23:49:07 * Sorgi nods Feb 22 23:49:16 She was a nice woman Feb 22 23:49:25 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:49:43 Aye. We'll see what her replacement is like Feb 22 23:50:10 * Sorgi nods "has Xsarlac seen her yet?" Feb 22 23:50:50 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:50:52 He's over the moon Feb 22 23:51:03 * Sorgi smiles Feb 22 23:51:26 Good news then, m'lord Feb 22 23:53:00 I suppose so... I think I'll be up here from... half ten maybe, just in case she moves earlier than last night. Feb 22 23:53:12 * Sorgi nods Feb 22 23:53:54 Do you want to take over in slowing and positioning her, and settling her for the night, m'lord? Feb 22 23:54:24 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:54:26 If you're sure Feb 22 23:54:53 * Sorgi nods, giving the order for Morgan to be Captain on deck Feb 22 23:55:49 * Morgan throws himself into it, giving commands to get her slowed and turned before dropping anchor Feb 22 23:56:45 *it all goes smoothly. It's dark by the time they've finished. One of the crew comes over* "Cap'n, why we facing fer home?" Feb 22 23:57:37 Curiosity. -if- she picks up and wanders about... I want to know if she's just going forward or if she turns for where we're going Feb 22 23:57:48 * Morgan smiles slightly Feb 22 23:58:05 Probably a nonsense but I can stop wondering about it then Feb 22 23:58:09 C: ohhhh that makes sense Cap'n. Feb 22 23:58:49 * Morgan nods Feb 22 23:59:19 * Sorgi waits to be sent back to his work Feb 22 23:59:24 C:* Feb 22 23:59:34 How're you all feeling about it now?