**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Feb 25 00:29:39 2023 Feb 25 00:29:39 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Feb 25 00:41:20 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Feb 25 00:42:00 * MollyK is now known as HH Feb 25 00:42:26 * HH is already is the galley when he gets there, obviously sharing the same need for coffee Feb 25 00:42:58 hey Feb 25 00:49:37 Hey man, congrachulations on wakin' up Feb 25 00:50:24 What? Feb 25 00:52:14 We're all alive. Gotta start th' day off with a win *he grins* Feb 25 00:53:05 What time did you get to bed? Feb 25 00:53:49 Bold o' you to assume I slept Feb 25 00:54:36 * Morgan nods slightly Feb 25 00:56:29 How bout you? Feb 25 00:57:21 Some. Learned something Feb 25 00:57:45 Fuck me, the wonders jus' keepin comin'! Feb 25 00:58:03 * Morgan watches him for a moment Feb 25 00:58:07 But I'm not going to tell you Feb 25 00:58:19 Why? Feb 25 00:58:27 Because you're being a dick Feb 25 00:58:34 * HH sniggers Feb 25 00:59:01 Come on, let's drink this an' talk Feb 25 00:59:15 * Morgan nods Feb 25 01:01:21 * HH follows him back to the study. Molly is just leaving the bedroom Feb 25 01:01:55 Sight for sore eyes, this one! You alright? Feb 25 01:02:27 *she blushes a little, smiling* I am. Are you? Feb 25 01:02:30 * Morgan hands her her coffee Feb 25 01:02:44 *she thanks him* Feb 25 01:04:12 * Morgan moves to sit behind his desk, leaning back in the chair with his feet braced against the desk Feb 25 01:05:10 * HH and Molly sit on the other side of it Feb 25 01:05:34 A'right, let's debrief. Feb 25 01:06:07 You hear how fast we were going? Feb 25 01:07:17 Nope. Kept my 'ead down Feb 25 01:07:36 * Morgan nods Feb 25 01:07:37 fast Feb 25 01:09:13 * HH nods, sipping his coffee Feb 25 01:09:17 Felt it Feb 25 01:09:24 * Morgan nods Feb 25 01:09:33 We keep that up, it'd knock eleven days of our transit time Feb 25 01:10:46 Fuck me sideways. Feb 25 01:11:08 *Molly's head tilts a little, but she says nothing* Feb 25 01:11:19 * Morgan nods slightly Feb 25 01:11:21 Each way Feb 25 01:11:58 * HH nods, sipping his coffee Feb 25 01:12:05 That good and horrid. Feb 25 01:12:36 * Morgan nods Feb 25 01:12:49 I don't think she's aware... Feb 25 01:13:29 Changed yer tune Feb 25 01:13:42 * Morgan nods Feb 25 01:14:28 I think its... something to do with the Nieblungen Feb 25 01:14:47 * HH groans Feb 25 01:15:06 Gon' be complicated then Feb 25 01:16:32 * Morgan nods Feb 25 01:17:23 aye... but thats how it is Feb 25 01:17:30 * HH nods Feb 25 01:17:32 How? Feb 25 01:20:28 How what? Feb 25 01:21:33 How's th' Nibelungen involved? Feb 25 01:22:02 There's dracheneisen in the ship Feb 25 01:22:52 Shards? Feb 25 01:23:25 not... exactly... think bigger Feb 25 01:23:38 Pretty sure we'd see it Feb 25 01:24:09 * Morgan gets out a piece of paper, drawing quickly to show the end of a plank with the metallic circle running through it Feb 25 01:24:33 You'da had t' bore a hole and pour it in Feb 25 01:24:58 * Morgan nods Feb 25 01:25:14 But then... the Nieblungen are magic little bastards Feb 25 01:25:34 Shit. Where is it? Feb 25 01:26:08 The planks in the hull... and the ribs... and the masts... and the keel. Feb 25 01:26:59 * HH rubs his forehead "shoulda asked where it isn't?" Feb 25 01:27:11 * Morgan nods Feb 25 01:27:23 There's a set of stairs that doesn't have it(!) Feb 25 01:27:49 That's a big comfort(!) Feb 25 01:28:53 * Morgan shrugs Feb 25 01:28:58 Thats just the way it is Feb 25 01:29:12 How you work it out? Feb 25 01:29:20 The usual Feb 25 01:29:27 * HH nods Feb 25 01:30:15 Whatcha gonna do bout it? Feb 25 01:30:36 Not a lot I can do... fuck knows what I'm going to tell the crew Feb 25 01:30:51 * HH nods, thinking and Feb 25 01:31:07 'Drinking his coffee* Feb 25 01:33:20 * Morgan sips his coffee, watching him Feb 25 01:33:30 Tough one... Feb 25 01:33:36 Mmhmmm Feb 25 01:34:12 M: what about telling the truth? Feb 25 01:34:37 We've got tons of dracheneisen onboard and the Nibelungen make us go fast? Feb 25 01:35:55 M: the Nibelungen give gifts to travellers. A dracheneisen ship would be believable Feb 25 01:36:13 * HH watches Morgan* Feb 25 01:36:19 And how do I justify not having told them before? Feb 25 01:36:49 M: we only discovered it last night. It was not given to us, but her first owner Feb 25 01:37:01 And we discovered it... how? Feb 25 01:38:52 M: a combination of having her last owner on board and going back through old papers for answers, finding a letter from a friend of the first owners Feb 25 01:39:12 You want me to lie Feb 25 01:39:36 * HH looks at him "she might have a point" Feb 25 01:40:08 * Morgan scowls Feb 25 01:40:47 *Molly smiles* give me ten minutes and I'll make an honest man of you... Feb 25 01:41:19 * Morgan nods slightly Feb 25 01:42:47 M: just about the ship, nothing more Feb 25 01:43:34 You think that will placate them? Feb 25 01:44:13 M: *she shrugs* I think it is a plan worthy of consideration Feb 25 01:44:28 * Morgan nods Feb 25 01:44:34 God knows I can't think of any better Feb 25 01:44:49 Me either Feb 25 01:45:18 * Morgan nods slowly Feb 25 01:45:31 M: What are the chances they will believe is isn't supernatural? Feb 25 01:45:44 No, no chance at all Feb 25 01:46:46 M: The Nibelungen are the most known folklore in Eisen. It's more familiar Feb 25 01:46:58 * Morgan nods Feb 25 01:47:03 alright Feb 25 01:48:02 M: I just cannot think of anything better and if I could it would be even more a lie Feb 25 01:48:25 * Morgan nods, taking a mouthful of coffee Feb 25 01:48:53 *she watches him*you don't like it? Feb 25 01:49:20 I don't like being... distruthful Feb 25 01:49:35 What is distruthful? Feb 25 01:50:00 The letter... Feb 25 01:51:08 M: you will find one in the paperwork if you look in ten minutes Feb 25 01:51:18 But I'll know its not genuine Feb 25 01:51:34 * HH sighs Feb 25 01:52:56 Look man, sometimes y' gotta be a bit untruthful Feb 25 01:53:46 * Morgan looks extremely unhappy about it Feb 25 01:54:17 Want me an' Molly r' handle it? Feb 25 01:54:30 No. Its my duty. Feb 25 01:54:41 * HH nods Feb 25 01:55:53 Right, man. Leave the destiny and dream shit out of it Feb 25 01:56:24 * Morgan nods slightly, scowling at his coffee Feb 25 01:56:51 * HH and Molly exchange glances Feb 25 01:57:42 We need a fake letter? Feb 25 01:58:39 * Morgan flexes his jaw, nodding slightly Feb 25 01:59:30 *nick Molly. She gets up, going to find parchment and a qwillw Feb 25 01:59:37 Qwil Feb 25 02:00:58 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Feb 25 02:01:19 * HH has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Feb 25 03:28:02 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Feb 25 03:29:56 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Feb 25 04:18:53 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Feb 25 04:21:59 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Feb 25 05:03:03 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Feb 25 05:05:00 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Feb 25 09:59:28 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Feb 25 10:06:52 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Feb 25 10:08:51 * MollyK is now known as HH Feb 25 10:09:10 So 'ow you feel about the dracheneisen? Feb 25 10:13:15 * Morgan shrugs Feb 25 10:13:24 Makes me wonder -why- Feb 25 10:24:26 Yeah... more wonderin' -How- Feb 25 10:25:04 * Morgan shrugs Feb 25 10:25:12 I dunno... do they smelt the stuff? Feb 25 10:25:52 You been in th' mines, man, don' ask me! Feb 25 10:26:18 There's smoke, and hammering but... that could've been fires from their homes for all I knwo Feb 25 10:26:28 * HH nods Feb 25 10:27:30 Must make it a bit liquidy t' do that though Feb 25 10:28:30 Or they magic it into place Feb 25 10:30:45 Yeah, could be... Feb 25 10:31:09 * Morgan shrugs, drinking his coffee Feb 25 10:33:57 *Molly brings him a letter* My love, can you heat this so the ink dries out more, so it looks as old as it ought* Feb 25 10:34:41 * Morgan grinds his teeth a moment before concentrating on it Feb 25 10:34:46 * HH smiles "she's got them smarts, man." Feb 25 10:34:57 *it dries out nicely* Feb 25 10:35:21 * Morgan takes a mouthful of coffee Feb 25 10:38:05 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Feb 25 10:44:10 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Feb 25 10:44:11 * MollyK has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Feb 25 10:44:15 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Feb 25 10:44:44 * MollyK hands it to HH to read. He starts to blush a bit Feb 25 10:44:58 HH: That's a bit rude! Feb 25 10:45:07 * Morgan watches him before looking at Molly Feb 25 10:45:13 Do I want to know? Feb 25 10:45:50 Why would he keep the letter so long and somewhere safe if it was just a normal, everyday letter? Feb 25 10:46:28 * Morgan frowns, looking at his coffee Feb 25 10:46:29 Right Feb 25 10:46:50 HH: yeah, he'd keep this one! Feb 25 10:49:02 I trust there is something -relevant- in there? Feb 25 10:49:45 Of course. I do not write smutty letters just for the crew! Feb 25 10:50:08 *HH grins* writes 'em for you, does she? Feb 25 10:51:15 * Morgan glances at him briefly, before looking back at his cup Feb 25 10:51:39 * MollyK rubs Morgan's shoulder gently Feb 25 10:51:45 Do you want to read it? Feb 25 10:52:36 I suppose I best had Feb 25 10:58:56 ACTION hands it over. It says "F, thank you for the gift you sent me. It is beautiful, and I will use it when I think of you. I ache to repeat that night in May, I am sleepless now as we were that night, but with none of the ecstasy of you moving upon me like a ship on the waves. And speaking of the ships, I was most delighted and intrigued about Feb 25 10:58:56 the ship they gave you! I had heard of the Nibelungen giving gifts to travellers, but not something so huge! I look forward to seeing it, perhaps next month when my husband has gone to Sieger to resolve his issue with the housekeeper I had to turn out. I can meet you at our favourite dock, and on your new ship you can be docked again, I have a Feb 25 10:58:56 berth open and waiting for you to tie up and moor for all of the night. My love and longing, G xx" Feb 25 10:59:40 * Morgan nods slightly, dropping it on the desk Feb 25 11:00:21 I know you do not want to deceive them, but we do not know for certain that it was -not- a gift. Feb 25 11:01:38 * Morgan finishes his drink, getting up Feb 25 11:01:41 I'm going on deck Feb 25 11:01:57 * MollyK nods sadly Feb 25 11:02:23 How soon until the meeting? *it's probably half an hour or so* Feb 25 11:02:29 * Morgan snatches up the letter, stuffing it in his pocket Feb 25 11:02:36 Half hour, there or there about Feb 25 11:02:43 Where is it? Feb 25 11:03:03 On deck I would imagine, or the ballroom. Wherever Sorgi decides Feb 25 11:03:29 I'll find you then. I need to see Za-... Betuana Feb 25 11:03:53 * Morgan nods, leaving the room and heading for the deck Feb 25 11:04:12 * MollyK is now known as Claudia Feb 25 11:05:04 * Claudia is on deck. They haven't moved off yet, even though it is light, so there's barely anyone up there. There's no land to see anywhere now Feb 25 11:06:16 * Morgan looks round the deserted deck before going to lean against the railing, leaning out and looking down the side of the ship Feb 25 11:07:15 *everything looks as it should be* Feb 25 11:08:00 * Morgan moves toward Claudia Feb 25 11:08:11 Trainee captains first then the crew after, right? Feb 25 11:09:04 Yep. How you doing? Feb 25 11:09:13 I'm fucking amazing Feb 25 11:09:22 * Claudia snorts Feb 25 11:09:25 Okay Feb 25 11:10:22 If we hadn't gone so far last night I'd be pissed that we're still sitting still Feb 25 11:11:46 No point getting going only to stop for the meeting so everyone is there Feb 25 11:13:16 I know Feb 25 11:13:24 * Claudia nods Feb 25 11:13:33 You want to fill me in? Feb 25 11:14:34 She saw some of the wood with what looked like metal in it. Never saw the actual damage. Its... suspicious Feb 25 11:15:15 * Claudia nods Feb 25 11:15:26 That is suspicious as hell Feb 25 11:15:46 * Morgan nods, taking out his flask and drinking from it Feb 25 11:16:44 Now what? Feb 25 11:17:10 We'll see Feb 25 11:17:42 * Claudia nods "what do you want me to do?" Feb 25 11:18:37 * Morgan shrugs Feb 25 11:18:43 Not a lot can be done Feb 25 11:19:33 * Claudia nods Feb 25 11:19:38 How is Heinzharold? Feb 25 11:21:55 He's gone into that dark humour crap Feb 25 11:23:05 Fuck. Feb 25 11:23:16 * Morgan nods Feb 25 11:23:31 Need him to sleep so he stops being such a fuckhead Feb 25 11:23:39 * Claudia laughs Feb 25 11:23:56 Don't think I've ever heard you say that about anyone before Feb 25 11:24:30 Yeah, well... Suffice to say I'm not in the greatest of moods myself Feb 25 11:24:41 Do you need to sleep too? Feb 25 11:25:01 What's the point? What rest do I get? Feb 25 11:25:52 * Claudia nods Feb 25 11:26:06 Can Molly knock you out? Feb 25 11:27:10 Doesn't do any good, I still dream Feb 25 11:27:49 * Claudia sighs, nodding Feb 25 11:27:59 Can she do Heinzharold at least? Feb 25 11:28:16 probably Feb 25 11:28:23 *he feels a prickle on the back of his neck* Feb 25 11:28:31 Might be an idea Feb 25 11:30:04 Yeah. They're thick as thieves at the minute, so maybe I'll point the idea out later Feb 25 11:30:37 Something in a dream making you jealous? Feb 25 11:31:11 * Morgan shakes his head, looking out over the water Feb 25 11:32:03 No, there isn't Feb 25 11:32:21 *Sorgi comes up on deck* Feb 25 11:32:58 S: start gathering the trainees, we'll see them in the ballroom then send for the others. Feb 25 11:34:43 * Morgan glances at Claudia before nodding Feb 25 11:34:51 Aye cap'n Feb 25 11:37:21 * Claudia heads below, a deck further down to the crew room. The unease down here is almost like a living thing, thick and insidious. It's closest to how it would feel when they'd make land to join what was likely to be a very dangerous battle Feb 25 11:39:07 * Morgan rounds up the trainees,, directing them to the ballrooom Feb 25 11:40:29 *they go that direction. Molly is coming out of Betuana's room with Amir in her arms. She looks happy, as does the baby Feb 25 11:40:44 * Morgan watches her for a moment Feb 25 11:40:46 How are they? Feb 25 11:42:43 * Claudia takes the men in, leaving them in the hall. Amir babbles, reaching for him Feb 25 11:42:49 * Claudia is now known as Molly Feb 25 11:43:21 They are fine, though he was a bit unsettled. She has asked me if my husband can watch him for a while today Feb 25 11:43:39 Thats... an odd thing to say Feb 25 11:44:14 Not at all, for her. It would be like anyone from Theah Main asking if someone's wife would babysit Feb 25 11:44:39 * Morgan nods, putting his finger in Amir's hand Feb 25 11:44:51 Once I've... -dealt- with this Feb 25 11:45:13 * Molly nods, resting her cheek to Amir's hair Feb 25 11:45:20 I thought we might join you Feb 25 11:46:12 Why? Feb 25 11:47:24 Think of the subtle signal it sends. It is not scary enough that it is being hidden from the women, and I appear relaxed and at ease. Amir is happy and smiley, we are not panicking and keeping him shut away for safety Feb 25 11:48:07 * Morgan hesitates for a moment before speaking Feb 25 11:48:08 Fine Feb 25 11:48:16 * Molly watches him Feb 25 11:48:37 Command me, and I'll take us out of the way and not be a trouble Feb 25 11:49:30 * Morgan shakes his head slightly, moving toward the ballroom Feb 25 11:51:22 * Molly follows him on, tickling the baby so he giggles Feb 25 11:54:41 *Claudia and Sorgi are assembled with the three men. Molly smiles warmly, saying good morning to the men, and introducing Amir to them in a sweet sort of way. She knows all their names, and they seem to relax slightly, even smiling a little at the happy face of the child. Then she stands to one side. Feb 25 11:55:33 Gentlemen, Claudia. Are you all aware of what happened last night? Feb 25 11:56:54 * Molly is now known as Rieker Feb 25 11:57:11 We turned and sailed quite far Feb 25 11:57:19 * Morgan nods Feb 25 11:57:44 At speed. Once we unfurled the sails, we went faster than we do during the day Feb 25 11:58:07 *Kinter nods* it felt fast, my lord Feb 25 11:59:17 * Morgan nods Feb 25 12:00:05 I think I know what the hell is going on Feb 25 12:00:45 *the final one, Nieslund, looks relieved* what is going on? Feb 25 12:02:10 Since I'm going to have to explain it to the crew in detail, can we accept that it has something to do with Dracheneisen and the Nieblungen for now? Feb 25 12:02:48 *they look a little wary, but not overly alarmed* Feb 25 12:04:25 Its a helpful little quirk that, if you're unaware of it as we were, would scare you shitless Feb 25 12:05:27 We're not in danger? Feb 25 12:05:43 I don't believe so, no Feb 25 12:06:06 * Rieker and the others relax Feb 25 12:08:17 It also explains an awful lot of this ships characteristics, so I think everyone can start to relax about her size and turn of speed too Feb 25 12:08:54 N: is it magic? Feb 25 12:09:50 Noone is sitting somewhere wiggling their fingers, if thats what you mean Feb 25 12:10:07 * Rieker nods Feb 25 12:10:16 Will it stop? Feb 25 12:11:33 I don't think so, no... like I said, its something intended to be helpful that'll scare the crap out of anyone not expecting it Feb 25 12:12:06 K: it's good there's nothing to worry about Feb 25 12:12:26 * Morgan nods Feb 25 12:12:38 I'm inclined to agree. Now.. what are we going to do about it? Feb 25 12:13:53 What can we do about it? The anchor didn't stop her, my lord Feb 25 12:14:28 I suggest we accept it, move on and put it to use Feb 25 12:14:49 K: it's not easy, my lord Feb 25 12:15:18 You think me unaware of that? Feb 25 12:15:38 N: You do seem quite relaxed, my lord Feb 25 12:16:40 *Amir makes a quiet chuckling noise* Feb 25 12:16:52 * Morgan nods Feb 25 12:17:57 I suppose I am. I have an answer for -why- this has been happening and its not nefarious so... my training dictates I move on from that and look to how best to go forward Feb 25 12:19:37 *the men look reassured by it* Feb 25 12:19:50 K: what do you want us to do, my Lord? Feb 25 12:20:47 She's going to pick up her skirts and dance anyway, so I think we should dance with her, guide her. Feb 25 12:21:19 N: At least we can steer Feb 25 12:21:38 * Morgan nods Feb 25 12:22:07 As unnatural as it feels, she hasn't put us in danger so... lets make use of it. Feb 25 12:22:37 K: there's nowhere else to go anyway Feb 25 12:23:23 If we continue as we did last night, we'll knock a significant time off our journey Feb 25 12:24:37 *they all nod. Amir babbles, and he hears the pa sound in it* Feb 25 12:25:30 * Morgan glances at him Feb 25 12:25:49 *he's looking right at Morgan with a big gein* Feb 25 12:25:53 Grin* Feb 25 12:26:45 I would like... duties around the clock, if she's only going to go like the clappers from midnight til four, lets have crew for that time, make the most of it. If she hasn't started moving by, say, half midnight, we can call it a night Feb 25 12:27:16 S: I'll get a rota together, m'lord Feb 25 12:28:15 * Morgan nods Feb 25 12:28:23 Is there anything else before we bring the crew in? Feb 25 12:29:11 *they all shake their heads* Feb 25 12:29:20 Can I rely on your support? Feb 25 12:29:37 *there's a chorus of "yes, my lord" Feb 25 12:32:13 * Morgan nods Feb 25 12:32:20 Nieslund, bring in the crew please Feb 25 12:32:37 *he goes out to do so* Feb 25 12:32:52 * Morgan moves to Amir, putting his finger in the boys palm Feb 25 12:33:03 You had a difficult night little man? Feb 25 12:33:11 *Amir tries to pull across to his arms* Feb 25 12:33:19 * Rieker is now known as Molly Feb 25 12:33:46 I think it's fortunate he is already familiar with Xsarlac, to balance it Feb 25 12:34:07 * Morgan nods, lifting him into his arms Feb 25 12:35:13 Just as well I suppose Feb 25 12:36:04 * Molly watches them Feb 25 12:36:20 He was not too distressed. That is what we have to keep in sight Feb 25 12:36:50 * Morgan nods, bouncing the boy Feb 25 12:38:32 *Amir giggles, looking happy* Feb 25 12:38:51 * Morgan pretends to eat the boys hand Feb 25 12:40:54 *Amir laughs louder. This makes the first of the crew who file in smile* Feb 25 12:41:54 * Morgan waits for them all to arrive, still playing with Amir until they're all there Feb 25 12:43:48 *the room is busy with eighty men, and HH, Xsarlac and Betuana join at the back. Only Varick and Inga are missing Feb 25 12:44:40 * Morgan puts Amir on his hip Feb 25 12:46:18 Right then... A man travelling across Eisen was starving, having long run out of food, but he's in the middle of nowhere with nowhere to buy food... how many of you are familiar with this story? Feb 25 12:47:08 *about half raise their hands* Feb 25 12:47:37 *Amir watches what the people do with interest* Feb 25 12:49:40 For the rest of you then... when he wakes up the next day, there's a bowl of blueberries waiting for him... each day he wakes up, there's a fresh bowl of blueberries waiting. This went on every day until, sick of blueberries, he threw them away. Feb 25 12:51:12 *there's lots of nods to show they're following it. Amir nods, copying* Feb 25 12:52:20 From that day, there are no more blueberries... it was a gift, given to a traveller in need, by the Nieblungen. They're known to appear to travellers, give them gifts, food, clothing so on... Feb 25 12:52:49 *they seem to all be following thus far * Feb 25 12:54:10 It turns out, they're willing to give much bigger gifts when the mood takes them... Feb 25 12:55:28 *his sharp hearing catches someone mutter to the man next to him "I could murder some blueberries" Feb 25 12:55:54 I don't have any blueberries... can I tempt you with some fish? Feb 25 12:57:37 *this makes them laugh, which in turn makes Amir laugh* Feb 25 12:58:52 * Morgan looks to the cook Feb 25 12:59:04 That reminds me, come find me afterwards. I've got an idea for breakfast Feb 25 12:59:51 *the laughter continues. The tension in the room has dropped a lot* Feb 25 13:00:22 * Morgan bounces Amir a little Feb 25 13:00:50 *Amir cuddles into him* Feb 25 13:01:01 The first owner of this ship... got it from the Nieblungen... Feb 25 13:01:45 *A few of them look around at the walls and ceiling* Feb 25 13:03:18 I see what you're thinking... what's so special about it, aside from the fact she's -enormous-... Feb 25 13:04:20 *someone says* because she's fast? Feb 25 13:05:59 Oh yes she's fast... but what about her, as I said earlier, picking up her skirts and dancing? Well... what better for an explorer than a ship that will help you by moving along on the route you want to follow? Feb 25 13:06:46 *they start to look uneasy* Feb 25 13:07:44 Don't worry gentlemen... she's doing what she was meant to do. She's big, and she's fast, and she's designed to get us where we want to go Feb 25 13:08:27 *someone says* 'scuse me, my Lord, but why didn't you just say so? Feb 25 13:17:46 An excellent question... rest assured, I was not keeping it from you... I was unaware until this morning... we have a previous owner onboard and there is a letter in my pocket that came across my desk this morning addressed to the original owner, remarking on how amazing it is being given such a large gift... Feb 25 13:20:11 *another man says* how do you know it's safe? Feb 25 13:20:55 There are no reports of any of the gifts the Nieblungen give harming anyone Feb 25 13:22:38 *different man says: how long til we get there?* Feb 25 13:23:25 If we carry on as we did last night... two weeks, there or there about... Feb 25 13:24:15 *there are sounds of shock at the speed, halving the remainder of the journey* Feb 25 13:25:11 I know, I know. Feb 25 13:26:00 Man: My Lord, can she take that speed? Feb 25 13:26:13 You're thinking structurally? Feb 25 13:26:24 *he nods* Feb 25 13:26:44 Whats the strongest material known to us? Feb 25 13:27:57 *there's no hesitation when the Eisen crew proudly say Dracheneisen!. Amir fidgets excitedly and makes a loud sound of "en!" Feb 25 13:28:06 * Molly giggles quietly Feb 25 13:28:22 * Morgan nods, looking at Amir Feb 25 13:29:11 Thats right... *he looks back to the crew* Now imagine if the hull, the ribs, the keel and mast were reinforced with dracheneisen... how strong would that ship be? Feb 25 13:29:35 *they look shocked at the possibility* Feb 25 13:30:02 *it's xsarlac who says* she'd sink like a rock! Feb 25 13:30:35 * Morgan smiles slightly Feb 25 13:30:42 Who of you has handled dracheneisen? Feb 25 13:41:55 *heinzharold is the only one who raises his hand, looking proud of himself* Feb 25 13:42:32 You have all held a steel panzer hand? Feb 25 13:43:08 *they all nod. Amir copies this too* Feb 25 13:43:36 * Morgan nods, taking out a very small dagger, weighing it in his hand for a moment before handing it to a crew member Feb 25 13:43:43 Pass that around... get a feel for the weight of it... Feb 25 13:44:25 *they do that. It takes a few minutes, during which Amir says "bah bah" Feb 25 13:44:56 * Morgan looks at him, talking quietly to him until the dagger comes back to him Feb 25 13:45:14 Alright then... you all got a decent feel for the weight of that very small dagger? Feb 25 13:45:26 *they nod* Feb 25 13:45:50 That dagger weighs more than the dracheneisen panzer hand that my father has in his safe Feb 25 13:46:09 *they look perplexed* Feb 25 13:46:23 Man: how's that possible, Lord? Feb 25 13:47:06 Another good question. I've got no idea. All I know is the Nieblungen work the raw dracheneisen and it ends up stronger than steal and -ridiculously- light Feb 25 13:47:39 *there are nods all round* Feb 25 13:48:36 So... yes... she is strong enough Feb 25 13:49:23 *the men look reassured* Feb 25 13:49:59 *Amir looks at Morgan before resting his head on Morgan's shoulder and sucking his thumb* Feb 25 13:50:25 Do any of you have any questions? Feb 25 13:52:09 Man: why did they give the man a ship, my Lord? Feb 25 13:54:08 Why did they give the traveller blueberries? Feb 25 13:54:34 Man: Yes my lord Feb 25 13:55:21 * Morgan shrugs Feb 25 13:55:35 I don't know. Maybe they thought its what he needed... if I see one, I'll ask Feb 25 13:56:13 *the crew laugh Feb 25 13:58:21 I intend to make use of her speed and her propensity for moving at night. I -hope- you will all work with us on this Feb 25 13:59:16 *the room fills with the sound of men saying "Yes my Lord", followed by the baby sayin "or!" Feb 25 13:59:41 * Morgan nods slightly Feb 25 14:00:34 Alright then... captain, if you'd give the order we can get underway Feb 25 14:01:25 S: Yes m'lord. Alright men, to work, let's get our lady out and away! Feb 25 14:02:19 *theres a brief cheer, and a busy filing out. Molly comes to Morgan* you were wonderful! Feb 25 14:02:55 * Morgan nods slightly, bouncing Amir Feb 25 14:03:48 *Amir chuckles* Feb 25 14:05:59 *As the men go out, Xsarlac and Betuana come in further. She's in the lead, and he's fallen into pace behind her. She's still a beautiful woman, but her bearing is so different, confident and self-assured. She talks to Molly "You must be very proud of your husband, that was a commendable handling of a tough situation" Feb 25 14:06:37 *Xsarlac translates the Theah to Eisen just to be sure Molly's basic understanding doesn't miss words* Feb 25 14:07:13 * Molly nods, smiling warmly "He is always excellent at this sort of thing, and I am always proud" Feb 25 14:08:35 *the Queen smiles at him "Very well done, my Lord" Feb 25 14:09:08 * Morgan inclines his head Feb 25 14:09:12 Kind of you to say Feb 25 14:10:52 B: Are you at liberty to watch Amir for a few hours? Feb 25 14:11:14 * Morgan nods Feb 25 14:11:19 It'd be my pleasure Feb 25 14:12:29 *Betuana smiles. Despite it being the same face, somehow the smile is not the same either* My thanks. We have much to catch up on. Feb 25 14:13:10 * Morgan nods, watching her for a moment Feb 25 14:15:06 B: *she smiles again* if he is hungry I will be available Feb 25 14:15:44 * Morgan nods Feb 25 14:15:45 Alright Feb 25 14:17:22 B: Usually Xsarlac would be able to do that also, however circumstances this time mean he has not been prepared for it. *the brief micro-expression on Xsarlac's face shows disgust* Feb 25 14:19:19 Would you mind if I take a moment with Xsarlac? Feb 25 14:20:12 *she shakes her head* not at all. Molly, accompany to my cabin please? Feb 25 14:20:29 * Molly goes with her, leaving only Morgan and Xsarlac Feb 25 14:20:46 * Morgan watches him closely Feb 25 14:20:51 Why the disgust Xsarlac? Feb 25 14:21:37 I am glad I am not nursing. I have never liked feeding other people's children Feb 25 14:21:58 Is that going to be an ongoing issue? Feb 25 14:21:58 * Molly is now known as Xsarlac Feb 25 14:22:37 He is my wife's child, and I like him and will care for him. But feeding him is not something I want to do Feb 25 14:23:29 One of the last things Zareen said to me is that she wants me to ensure he is loved.... The look on your face suggests to me you are not going to able to do that Feb 25 14:24:27 There's an intimacy to feeding that you will not understand. I love many of the children I know who are not mine though Feb 25 14:25:48 * Morgan nods slightly Feb 25 14:25:51 *the ship starts to move* Feb 25 14:26:05 Right... I won't keep you from her any longer Feb 25 14:26:45 * Xsarlac thanks him, heading to the door, and there there's only Morgan and Amir Feb 25 14:27:13 Taking over my ship, it seems little man... Feb 25 14:27:51 * Xsarlac is now known as Amir Feb 25 14:27:55 Bah bah! Feb 25 14:29:01 * Morgan nods, moving towards his study Feb 25 14:29:04 Well, yeah, I know Feb 25 14:30:09 *inga and Varick are in there tidying and dusting* Feb 25 14:31:20 V: Papa! What happened?! Feb 25 14:31:35 Hmmm? When? Feb 25 14:31:56 V: the ghost said we sailed at night! Feb 25 14:32:26 * Morgan nods Feb 25 14:32:32 Yes, we did. Feb 25 14:32:46 V: not supposed to sail at night Feb 25 14:33:10 Don't normally have a ship like the Rose... Feb 25 14:33:38 V:Do we have big lights? Feb 25 14:33:47 * Amir is now known as Varick Feb 25 14:33:52 No... I'm trying to think of a way of doing that Feb 25 14:34:22 What about the drachen fire we got from the drachen? Feb 25 14:34:44 Thing is... we'd need to explain that to the crew without freaking them out Feb 25 14:35:10 Oh. Hmm. I don't know, am just a small boy Feb 25 14:35:18 * Morgan nods Feb 25 14:35:26 I'll keep thinking about it Feb 25 14:36:01 Me too... *he's watching the wall by the window seat* Feb 25 14:36:51 He's over there huh? Feb 25 14:38:17 He's sticking his arm outside Feb 25 14:38:53 * Morgan watches him for a moment before shrugging Feb 25 14:38:57 If that makes him happy... Feb 25 14:39:07 * Varick laughs Feb 25 14:39:19 Now he's doing his head! Feb 25 14:40:00 * Morgan shudders slightly, going to sit down Feb 25 14:40:39 *hh comes in just as Varick says "now he's doing his bum!" Feb 25 14:41:12 *HH looks at Morgan with amusement* Feb 25 14:41:24 Maybe he likes a breeze on his dingaling Feb 25 14:41:50 HH: do ghosts have dingalings? Feb 25 14:42:13 That ones a boy, so I would think so Feb 25 14:42:29 $that you thought of getting a breeze on it explains a lot, man!$ Feb 25 14:43:24 HH: What's goin' on? Feb 25 14:44:02 nothing Feb 25 14:44:44 HH: Cept a ghost airin' his balls? Feb 25 14:45:42 * Morgan shrugs, bouncing Amir Feb 25 14:46:31 If he can get through th' wood, reck'n he can see within it? Feb 25 14:47:17 * Morgan shrugs Feb 25 14:47:22 What do you reckon, Varick? Feb 25 15:33:11 * Varick is quiet, watching for a couple of minutes, his gaze progressively moving around the room Feb 25 15:33:38 He says there's bars in the wood, but only on the outer wall Feb 25 15:34:03 *HH makes a 'there you go' hand gesture* Feb 25 15:34:07 * Morgan nods Feb 25 15:34:41 Wouldn't they be heavy and make us sink? Feb 25 15:37:22 No... because its not normal metal Feb 25 15:37:53 Why? Feb 25 15:38:00 Its dracheneisen Feb 25 15:38:31 * Varick stares open-mouthed "that floats!" Feb 25 15:38:45 What? Feb 25 15:39:16 My daddy let me wash mine in my bath Feb 25 15:39:35 He let you... oh... uhhh... right. Feb 25 15:39:54 They floated like boats Feb 25 15:40:33 Hold on... -what- floats? Feb 25 15:41:02 My panzerhands Feb 25 15:41:14 *HH sniggers* Feb 25 15:41:44 You've got toy panzer hands? That float? Feb 25 15:43:57 No! The dracheisen panzerhands! Feb 25 15:44:05 You've got more than one? Feb 25 15:45:06 *HH gets up, going to get a glass of water and setting it on the desk * Feb 25 15:45:21 Not now, but when I was a kid Feb 25 15:45:56 Right, yes... and... you're saying it floats,,, Feb 25 15:45:59 *HH takes off his wedding ring, dropping it in* Feb 25 15:46:22 HH: mine sinks, what does yers do? Feb 25 15:46:46 Mines only part dracheneisen Feb 25 15:47:07 * Morgan takes his off, dropping it in the water Feb 25 15:47:43 *it floats a half inch below the surface* Feb 25 15:47:58 HH: whoa! Feb 25 15:48:04 See, Papa? Feb 25 15:48:38 * Morgan watches it for a moment before fishing it out and putting it back on Feb 25 15:48:51 Right... Feb 25 15:49:14 *HH does likewise* makes a lotta sense Feb 25 15:49:36 Does it? Feb 25 15:49:54 HH: She's a heavy lassie Feb 25 15:50:48 You think the dracheneisen helps her float? Feb 25 15:51:16 HH: yer ring looked pretty good Feb 25 15:51:56 * Morgan nods Feb 25 15:51:59 I suppose so Feb 25 15:52:58 HH: plausible, man. Makes sense if they're letting -you pair- on a dangerous journey Feb 25 15:53:50 * Morgan shrugs Feb 25 15:53:52 I suppose so Feb 25 15:54:35 *Molly comes in, heading for the bedroom* Feb 25 15:55:02 Our ship is made of dracheneisen! Feb 25 15:56:06 * Morgan glances at her, bouncing Amir Feb 25 15:59:01 *she's out a minute later with the bottle of artemisia, squeezing the dropper before opening it* Feb 25 16:00:20 What are you doing? Feb 25 16:01:20 Getting some herbs for Betuana Feb 25 16:02:44 * Morgan shrugs slightly looking back to Amir, tickling him Feb 25 16:03:21 *the baby chuckles. varick wants to do it too* Feb 25 16:03:37 M: I'll take this to her and be back Feb 25 16:04:11 * Morgan nods, getting Varick involved Feb 25 16:06:05 *HH watches this, then gestures to Morgan once she's gone $you two fighting?$ Feb 25 16:06:51 * Morgan looks at him before shrugging slightly and looking away back to the two boys Feb 25 16:08:37 *HH just walks out* Feb 25 16:08:50 * Varick is now known as Inga Feb 25 16:08:54 Morgan? Feb 25 16:09:01 Yes? Feb 25 16:09:02 Coffee? Feb 25 16:09:22 Please Feb 25 16:10:57 * Inga pours him a cup. The children are playing nicely Feb 25 16:11:18 What is she like? Feb 25 16:13:56 Who? Feb 25 16:14:20 Betuana Feb 25 16:14:34 * Inga gives him the cup Feb 25 16:14:51 * Morgan thanks her, sipping it Feb 25 16:15:14 I'm not sure... I'm not entirely keen on the way she seems to be dictating events already Feb 25 16:17:35 I suppose she's used to that, as a queen Feb 25 16:18:31 * Morgan nods Feb 25 16:18:36 I suppose so... Feb 25 16:19:31 We'll get to know her in the next few days, won't we? Feb 25 16:21:02 I would imagine so, yes Feb 25 16:22:19 * Inga sits on the couch, watching the children play on the floor. Amir is climbing on Varick Feb 25 16:22:45 Have you fallen out with Heinzharold and Molly? Feb 25 16:23:26 * Morgan sighs, looking at her Feb 25 16:23:31 They asked me to lie Feb 25 16:23:58 Why? Feb 25 16:24:36 This stuff with the ship. Figured out what's going on, and the crew needed reassurance. Feb 25 16:25:16 Why wouldn't they let you be truthful? Feb 25 16:25:55 Because its... ridiculous and terrifying Feb 25 16:26:10 But it's the -truth- Feb 25 16:26:19 * Morgan nods Feb 25 16:26:20 Yes it is Feb 25 16:26:46 The crew would have understood it, wouldn't they? Because it's true Feb 25 16:28:10 Its not always that simple though... I found a way to tell them enough without having to -lie- exactly... they even faked a letter to use as proof. Feb 25 16:29:05 What would have happened if you'd told all the truth? Feb 25 16:29:42 Mutiny Id imagine. Its asking a bit much for anyone to accept without wanting to run away. God knows even HeinzHarold has considered it a couple of times Feb 25 16:30:07 * Inga nods Feb 25 16:30:37 He has. But at least that would have been the truth. You'd have felt better? Feb 25 16:30:59 * Morgan shrugs Feb 25 16:31:16 I found a way that wasn't lying exactly... but it wasn't honest. Feb 25 16:32:21 Did you want to be honest even if it would turn out badly? Feb 25 16:32:56 I wanted to tell the truth... I didn't want to lie. Feb 25 16:33:29 That would make me mad too Feb 25 16:34:01 * Morgan nods Feb 25 16:34:11 They wanted me to violate my principles. Feb 25 16:35:04 Did they not have any better ideas to stop a mutiny or people being terrified? Feb 25 16:35:49 No, not really. They went straight to not telling the truth Feb 25 16:36:35 Can -you- think of any better ones? Feb 25 16:39:04 I always tell the truth... I'm not always honest. I found a way to tell the truth, but it definitely wasn't honest. Feb 25 16:39:21 * Inga nods Feb 25 16:39:35 I'm glad it's going to be okay Feb 25 16:39:52 * Morgan nods Feb 25 16:41:36 Maybe you could try to forgive them? Feb 25 16:42:07 As usual Feb 25 16:43:32 * Inga looks a little defensive then "they love you and they do try hard to do their best Feb 25 16:45:34 * Morgan rubs his chin Feb 25 16:46:28 Then they shouldn't have asked me to lie Feb 25 16:47:58 They should have done it themselves if they wanted to lie? Feb 25 16:49:01 * Morgan sighs heavily Feb 25 16:51:36 I don't like you all fighting Feb 25 16:51:53 We're not. I'm actively avoiding it. Feb 25 16:52:40 * Inga nods Feb 25 16:53:14 Do you think Betuana loves Amir still? Feb 25 16:54:16 * Morgan speaks quietly Feb 25 16:54:20 No... no I don't Feb 25 16:54:50 Do you feel sad about that? Feb 25 16:55:01 * Morgan nods Feb 25 16:55:16 I'm hurting for Amir... he deserves more Feb 25 16:55:28 What will happen? Feb 25 16:55:53 * Morgan shrugs Feb 25 16:55:56 I don't know Feb 25 16:56:58 What do you want to happen? Feb 25 16:57:11 * Morgan looks a little evasive Feb 25 16:57:24 For him to be loved, safe and happy Feb 25 16:57:36 * Inga nods Feb 25 16:57:54 They'll work it out Feb 25 16:58:24 maybe Feb 25 16:59:25 * Inga watches Varick helping Amir stand up Feb 25 17:00:20 The boys are sweet together Feb 25 17:00:31 * Morgan nods Feb 25 17:00:38 Yes, they are... very Feb 25 17:02:36 Varicks going to miss his friend Feb 25 17:02:45 * Morgan nods Feb 25 17:03:00 So am I. *he looks at her quite openly* I'm going to be heartbroken Feb 25 17:03:21 You're really attached? Feb 25 17:03:52 * Morgan nods Feb 25 17:03:55 I love him Feb 25 17:04:02 * Inga smiles Feb 25 17:04:06 That's sweet Feb 25 17:04:32 * Morgan shrugs Feb 25 17:04:36 Its... honest. Feb 25 17:04:51 * Inga nods Feb 25 17:05:21 If you want him to be loved, and you love him and she doesn't, wouldn't it make sense...? Feb 25 17:05:56 * Morgan nods Feb 25 17:06:05 But... whether she feels it or not, she is his mother Feb 25 17:06:40 Zareen was his mother Feb 25 17:07:09 * Morgan nods Feb 25 17:09:02 *Molly comes back in* alright, all done... *she smiles warmly at the playing boys Feb 25 17:10:42 * Morgan sips his coffee, shifting to get comfortable Feb 25 17:11:46 M: I've given the artemisia to Betuana... Feb 25 17:12:02 What does it do? Feb 25 17:13:03 * Inga is now known as Molly Feb 25 17:13:15 That's the one that prevents conception Feb 25 17:14:16 * Morgan nods Feb 25 17:15:45 Just as well I suppose Feb 25 17:16:35 There are apparently schedules and plans and preparations that have to be made before a couple tries. Besides, they want no more. Feb 25 17:17:10 * Morgan nods Feb 25 17:17:35 Did you see the look on Xsarlac's face when it was suggested he feed Amir? Feb 25 17:18:29 No? I didn't see anything? Feb 25 17:19:12 * Morgan nods Feb 25 17:19:18 It was there alright Feb 25 17:19:48 * Molly comes to sit beside him with her coffee "what was it?" Feb 25 17:20:51 Disgust. He hates the idea of feeding another's child Feb 25 17:21:52 Oh! *she frowns* I thought Amir was going to be -their- child *her own micro-expression shows a deep protectiveness* Feb 25 17:22:45 Yeah... well... thats how it is Feb 25 17:23:03 * Molly seems to be brooding on this Feb 25 17:24:18 I: If she wants the artemisia, at least that means their relationship is good again now she's Betuana again? Feb 25 17:25:31 I suppose so, yes... Feb 25 17:25:42 * Molly is too busy watching Amir to reply Feb 25 17:25:56 I: that's good, isn't it? Feb 25 17:26:54 For them, yes Feb 25 17:28:31 I: but not for Amir? Feb 25 17:29:24 Tough to say isn't it Feb 25 17:29:35 * Molly stands up "I'm going to make sure I put the secret panels back in the trunk properly" Feb 25 17:31:32 * Morgan speaks slowly, obviously confused Feb 25 17:31:34 riiiight Feb 25 17:32:25 * Molly goes on through to the bedroom, gently shutting the door. Inga watches Morgan Feb 25 17:32:35 * Molly is now known as Inga Feb 25 17:33:02 Should I go and see what's going on, or will you? Feb 25 17:33:34 * Morgan sighs, getting up Feb 25 17:33:36 I won't be long Feb 25 17:34:12 * Inga grabs his hand as he goes past, pressing it with hers, a gesture of comfort Feb 25 17:35:08 * Morgan squeezes her hand before going into the bedroom Feb 25 17:37:26 * Inga has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Feb 25 19:15:23 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Feb 25 22:05:39 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Feb 25 22:38:42 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Feb 25 22:39:32 riiiight Feb 25 22:39:32 * Molly goes on through to the bedroom, gently shutting the door. Inga watches Morgan Feb 25 22:39:32 * Molly is now known as Inga Feb 25 22:39:32 Should I go and see what's going on, or will you? Feb 25 22:39:33 * Morgan sighs, getting up Feb 25 22:39:35 I won't be long Feb 25 22:39:37 * Inga grabs his hand as he goes past, pressing it with hers, a gesture of comfort Feb 25 22:39:39 * Morgan squeezes her hand before going into the bedroom Feb 25 22:41:07 * MollyK is obviously not expecting to be followed. She's sat cross-legged on the bed crying silently into a pillow, shoulders shaking Feb 25 22:42:25 * Morgan sits down by her Feb 25 22:42:31 What's going on? Feb 25 22:42:50 I'm... so... sad... for... Amir Feb 25 22:43:34 * Morgan nods Feb 25 22:43:38 I know love, I know Feb 25 22:44:43 Xsarlac's entitled... not to want... to feed the baby... of the man that... cuckolded him... but... Feb 25 22:45:35 He tells me it is that he doesn't like feeding children that are not his... Feb 25 22:48:05 In Capperlucia, the fathers... are the primary caregivers.... How -excluded- will he be when he's seen as not Xsarlacs... how will he feel... as the odd one out... with five wanted siblings! *she sobs a moment, holding the pillow tight* Feb 25 22:50:21 * Morgan nods Feb 25 22:51:00 What would you have me do? Feb 25 22:51:43 I don't know! It's also so hopeless, we are trapped by their choices! Feb 25 22:53:06 I'm not entirely certain that is the case Feb 25 22:53:54 I -hate- the sheik, but it's not Amir's fault who his father is! Feb 25 22:54:24 No, quite so Feb 25 22:56:15 I just... I cannot bear... the thought of leaving him there, and him being sad, being sidelined, being unwanted Feb 25 22:56:28 I know... nor can I Feb 25 22:58:16 What if they never fully welcome in the community? What if the community always shuns him, or other children pick on his for not looking like them, and for having a foreign father? Feb 25 22:58:39 That is a possibility, yes. Feb 25 22:58:58 * MollyK looks at him, looking so deeply sad Feb 25 22:59:32 What if he cries when we set sail and we're abandoning him to a place he can never truly belong? Feb 25 23:01:37 * Morgan nods Feb 25 23:01:45 It is something I have considered, yes Feb 25 23:02:22 I just.... I can't take her child from her, and yet I so desperately want to! Feb 25 23:02:39 * Morgan nods Feb 25 23:02:55 I think... it best I talk with her Feb 25 23:03:36 * MollyK pulls her handkerchief from her cleavage, drying her eyes Feb 25 23:03:51 God I'm such an emotional mess this morning! Feb 25 23:05:29 Why is that? Feb 25 23:09:47 It started well, but then I've hurt you, and then his eyes lit up when I got there, and he said Bah! when I used magic, and I just love him, and I know he'd be safe and never mistreated with us Feb 25 23:11:49 * Morgan nods Feb 25 23:13:56 * MollyK takes a deep breath, trying to steady herself Feb 25 23:14:19 I'm sorry for hurting you, and I'm sorry for being this way Feb 25 23:14:41 You've no need to be sorry for this Feb 25 23:15:30 It's irrational to be so distressed when he isn't even my baby Feb 25 23:15:43 No, its not Feb 25 23:16:38 It's just... it feels so -visceral- Feb 25 23:17:03 * Morgan nods Feb 25 23:18:16 And we have two weeks, not four! Feb 25 23:19:09 * Morgan nods Feb 25 23:19:50 I know. In theory that should make it easier for us, but I don't think it will Feb 25 23:20:07 * MollyK shakes her head Feb 25 23:20:20 I don't want to leave him Feb 25 23:20:31 I know... I know Feb 25 23:20:46 * MollyK sighs Feb 25 23:21:30 I should be doing catechism with Varick as it's Sunday, not crying in bed Feb 25 23:22:15 * Morgan nods Feb 25 23:22:22 We can find time later Feb 25 23:23:32 I know you're upset with me, but would you hold me a moment? Feb 25 23:23:45 * Morgan nods, moving to wrap his arms around her tightly Feb 25 23:24:39 Why is this hurting so much?! *she leans into it, her arms around him too* Feb 25 23:25:09 Because you love him Feb 25 23:25:33 I do. So much! Feb 25 23:27:31 I'm reluctant to take up the time they are taking to reconnect but... they have the rest of their lives to sort that out Feb 25 23:28:31 But what if even suggesting it damages the goodwill and negotiations? Feb 25 23:29:31 I'll go gently Feb 25 23:30:03 * MollyK must be truly burdened, because she makes no suggestive remark Feb 25 23:31:07 * Morgan squeezes her again Feb 25 23:32:09 * MollyK sighs "thank you" Feb 25 23:32:23 Its alright love Feb 25 23:32:55 How can I make things right between us? Feb 25 23:33:13 Leave it alone. Feb 25 23:33:23 * MollyK just nods Feb 25 23:35:36 Are you ready for me to go speak to them? Feb 25 23:35:49 * MollyK nods Feb 25 23:35:55 Yes my love Feb 25 23:35:58 Go sit with Inga and the boys please Feb 25 23:36:42 * MollyK gets up, quickly pressing a cold wet cloth to her eyes before drying them Feb 25 23:37:27 * Morgan waits quietly Feb 25 23:37:55 * MollyK goes to the door Feb 25 23:38:44 * Morgan follows her out Feb 25 23:40:05 * MollyK goes onto the floor, pulling both boys into a hug and holding them. Inga gets up, following Morgan. She speaks quietly "what's going on?" Feb 25 23:40:34 * Morgan speaks very quietly Feb 25 23:40:55 She's heartsore about Amir... she's worried about leaving him, about his future Feb 25 23:41:06 * MollyK is now known as Inga Feb 25 23:41:12 * Inga nods sadly Feb 25 23:42:30 Can you try to keep her spirits up? I'm going to speak to Betuana Feb 25 23:43:06 I'll try Feb 25 23:43:19 * Morgan nods, quietly leaving the room Feb 25 23:44:24 *the ship is fairly quiet* Feb 25 23:44:42 * Morgan makes his way to Betuana's cabin Feb 25 23:45:06 *the door is shut* Feb 25 23:45:25 * Morgan knocks Feb 25 23:46:13 *there's a pause before she says "come in" Feb 25 23:46:19 * Inga is now known as Betuana Feb 25 23:46:36 * Morgan steels himself before going inside Feb 25 23:48:05 *they are sat on separate beds, but both look like Morgan has interrupted a physical reconnection to perceptive eyes* Feb 25 23:49:37 I'm sorry to interrupt but I think we need to discuss something Feb 25 23:49:54 Go ahead Feb 25 23:50:09 I want to talk about Amir Feb 25 23:50:22 * Betuana nods, waiting Feb 25 23:50:51 Do you love him? Feb 25 23:52:48 Yes. I adjusting to the situation still, and looking at how he came to be, and it disgusts me that his father is the sort of creature he is. Feb 25 23:53:17 * Morgan nods slightly Feb 25 23:53:24 It is their culture Feb 25 23:54:27 It is distasteful to us. He is not a good father, and in Capperlucia would never be approved to make a child Feb 25 23:56:16 I am... concerned that Amir will bear that stigma because of the circumstance of his birth. I am concerned that he will feel like an outsider when compared to his siblings. Feb 25 23:57:07 Has it been explained to you that in Capperlucia we value an ugly truth over a pretty lie? Feb 25 23:57:22 * Morgan shakes his head Feb 25 23:57:36 No... our conversations have mostly been about how much he wished to find you Feb 25 23:57:42 * Betuana nods Feb 25 23:58:24 It is in -our- culture not to lie. There is a risk that he will be treated differently. We will endeavour to prevent that Feb 25 23:58:51 * Morgan smiles faintly