**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Thu Mar 30 09:31:44 2023 Mar 30 09:31:44 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Mar 30 09:36:10 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Mar 30 09:37:21 * Morgan nods Mar 30 09:37:26 I'm glad you thought so Mar 30 09:38:03 * MollyK nods, smiling as she comes to the desk, her movements slow and sated Mar 30 09:38:18 I wasn't expecting you to be there Mar 30 09:38:24 * Morgan nods Mar 30 09:38:29 I can be very quiet when I want to be Mar 30 09:38:37 * MollyK giggles Mar 30 09:38:42 I can't! Mar 30 09:40:58 * Morgan laughs quietly Mar 30 09:41:00 I noticed Mar 30 09:41:53 * MollyK blushes, smiling Mar 30 09:41:58 You like that? Mar 30 09:43:16 * Morgan nods Mar 30 09:43:19 Of course Mar 30 09:43:37 * MollyK nods "I'm glad" Mar 30 09:46:19 (Still sketching? Can she see it from beside him?) Mar 30 09:46:29 * Morgan nods, concentrating on the sketch Mar 30 09:48:55 * MollyK looks at his sketch "oh!" Mar 30 09:50:57 * Morgan smiles Mar 30 09:52:39 * MollyK blushes hard "my expressions are so... expressive?!" Mar 30 09:52:58 * Morgan nods Mar 30 09:53:00 Yes, they are Mar 30 09:55:13 It isn't too much? Too... indelicate for you? Mar 30 09:56:13 Evidently not love Mar 30 09:58:08 * MollyK shrugs a little, smiling Mar 30 09:58:24 You've never drawn me like this before... Mar 30 09:59:16 No, I haven't Mar 30 09:59:47 Have you been tempted to? Mar 30 10:01:12 We've not really had this opportunity, where I was sat with paper already... Mar 30 10:03:03 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 10:03:26 If I'd known you wished to, I would have found you opportunity... Mar 30 10:04:41 * Morgan shrugs Mar 30 10:04:43 Its alright love Mar 30 10:05:02 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 10:05:11 You have done an amazing job Mar 30 10:05:29 * Morgan shrugs Mar 30 10:05:31 Its not bad Mar 30 10:06:12 I look at it and I can almost feel those feelings again. That is good art, is it not, when it makes people -feel-? Mar 30 10:07:17 * Morgan nods Mar 30 10:07:20 I think so, yes Mar 30 10:09:55 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 10:10:18 Two incredibly erotic sketches in one day... Mar 30 10:11:15 Both of which need... finishing. Mar 30 10:12:02 * MollyK giggles Mar 30 10:12:06 Unlike you... Mar 30 10:12:25 * Morgan sniggers Mar 30 10:15:01 * MollyK smiles "I rather think these need to be very well locked away" Mar 30 10:16:50 * Morgan nods Mar 30 10:17:04 I'm inclined to agree.. don't want young eyes seeing them Mar 30 10:18:08 * MollyK suddenly covers her face with her hands "Mama would literally kill me if she saw that!" Mar 30 10:18:23 * Morgan laughs Mar 30 10:18:33 She's a prude for someone who was pregnant so much Mar 30 10:18:44 * MollyK giggles Mar 30 10:19:04 I can only assume it was extremely conventional! Mar 30 10:19:42 Given the time we interrupted them, I don't expect its all -that- conventional Mar 30 10:19:53 * MollyK 's nose wrinkles Mar 30 10:20:12 I suppose you can be both passionate and conventional though? Mar 30 10:20:57 I suppose so Mar 30 10:21:15 * MollyK thinks Mar 30 10:21:47 She must have been almost constantly pregnant to have so many of us in so short a space of time Mar 30 10:22:52 * Morgan nods, filling in some shading Mar 30 10:22:58 Aye, I'm inclined to agree Mar 30 10:23:45 Peter is almost thirteen years older than I, and I am the thirteenth... I am inclined to say they weren't even waiting until she was churched! Mar 30 10:27:50 * Morgan nods Mar 30 10:27:52 Sounds about right Mar 30 10:28:53 * MollyK tilts her head "that begs an interesting question..." Mar 30 10:29:18 Oh? Mar 30 10:29:38 Nursing did not prevent my Mama conceiving immediately Mar 30 10:31:18 * Morgan nods Mar 30 10:31:23 No, I suppose it didn't Mar 30 10:32:25 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 10:33:26 Perhaps I'll have inherited that, and be carrying our second birth child by the following autumn? Mar 30 10:34:39 * Morgan shrugs Mar 30 10:34:45 We'll have to wait and see I suppose Mar 30 10:35:07 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 10:35:18 I'll go and get my notes from the meeting Mar 30 10:35:49 * Morgan smiles, sipping his coffee Mar 30 10:35:51 Alright love Mar 30 10:36:37 * MollyK stands, moving behind him whilst he's still sketching, and whispers in his ear "imagine -that- image ... but I'm also very pregnant..." Mar 30 10:38:22 * Morgan stops still, nodding slightly Mar 30 10:38:45 * MollyK kisses his cheek "next summer..." Mar 30 10:39:54 * Morgan nods Mar 30 10:39:57 aye Mar 30 10:40:56 * MollyK runs her hand over his shoulder before going into the bedroom Mar 30 10:42:27 * Morgan starts sketching again, slowly as he waits for her Mar 30 10:44:07 * MollyK comes to sit back down. She also has a different shirt on Mar 30 10:46:44 I thought I'd get dry again Mar 30 10:46:56 * Morgan nods Mar 30 10:46:58 Good idea love Mar 30 10:48:29 * MollyK nods, unfolding her notes "are you enjoying your sketch, or does the enthusiasm wane somewhat afterwards?" Mar 30 10:49:54 ummm... no, it remains, just... the focus shifts to doing it right not just because I'm enjoying it Mar 30 10:50:57 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 10:51:10 At first it was just because you were enjoying it? Mar 30 10:53:04 * Morgan nods Mar 30 10:53:05 aye Mar 30 10:54:44 * MollyK smiles "I like that" Mar 30 10:55:20 * Morgan nods, adding some detailing Mar 30 10:57:05 * MollyK watches "the image is still very vivid in your mind..." Mar 30 10:57:59 * Morgan glances at her Mar 30 10:58:15 I'm very observant. I've got a good memory for things I've seen Mar 30 10:58:40 * MollyK nods Mar 30 10:58:43 Mmhmm Mar 30 11:01:51 * MollyK smiles, looking back to her list "you haven't done much erotic drawing before?" Mar 30 11:03:48 No... not at all Mar 30 11:06:14 * MollyK shrugs a little, fetching her coffee "I wasn't sure... from during the War, or before the fire..." Mar 30 11:06:39 * Morgan shakes his head Mar 30 11:06:48 No... not... erotic as such Mar 30 11:08:58 * MollyK nods Mar 30 11:09:11 But close to that? Mar 30 11:09:35 Sensual, really... Mar 30 11:10:15 More like the wet shift sketch? Mar 30 11:10:21 * Morgan nods Mar 30 11:10:24 exactly Mar 30 11:12:53 They are all gone now? *canon is that the one of Dietlinde by the window the morning of Jana's birth where the light penetrates her light night gown and shows her body is in the sketchbook with the drawing of her at their wedding, the moment he'd first seen her, and pictures of Jana, but no canon for what else is in there* Mar 30 11:13:24 There's a couple Mar 30 11:13:52 * MollyK nods Mar 30 11:14:02 That is a good thing, I think... Mar 30 11:14:32 Oh? Mar 30 11:14:54 It is part of your history Mar 30 11:15:11 * Morgan nods Mar 30 11:18:33 * Morgan puts a few final marks on the sketch before closing the book, putting it in a drawer and locking it Mar 30 11:19:05 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 11:19:26 I hope you'll want to keep these forever Mar 30 11:21:00 Of course Mar 30 11:23:55 In the course of you doing Graf things and me doing new Mother things, there may be nights where we cannot be together, and I'd hope that when we are apart you can browse them at your leisure for... pleasant memories Mar 30 11:25:38 * Morgan nods Mar 30 11:27:02 Alright... what did Betuana say? Mar 30 11:30:20 * MollyK sips her coffee, getting comfortable Mar 30 11:31:45 She wants us to explain to the crew how women are to be treated Mar 30 11:32:40 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Mar 30 11:32:44 right... Mar 30 11:33:41 The main thing is that they are not to be accosted, groped, catcalled, pressured, or openly lusted after Mar 30 11:35:25 Thats going to be a bit of a change for some sailors Mar 30 11:36:35 * MollyK nods Mar 30 11:37:01 Very much so. The women they are used to are generally more amenable to that, and paid for it! Mar 30 11:37:19 alright... what else? Mar 30 11:40:48 They're welcome to wander around the island providing they behave like that. Normally any outsider would be punished under Capperlucian laws for crimes committed there Mar 30 11:41:13 Ok... what would the punishments be? Mar 30 11:43:29 If they rape anyone, which is extremely far fetched, the punishment is stoning to death Mar 30 11:49:01 * Morgan shrugs Mar 30 11:49:06 I'm onboard with that Mar 30 11:49:54 * MollyK nods Mar 30 11:50:43 More minor infractions are generally punished with public shaming Mar 30 11:50:58 Such as? Mar 30 11:53:23 The infractions? Mar 30 11:54:14 * Morgan nods Mar 30 11:55:18 Groping, harassing, and so on. The things they punish tend to be those where consent is not given. Oh, and any sort of harm to children or the elderly Mar 30 11:56:15 * Morgan nods Mar 30 11:56:18 alright Mar 30 11:56:56 What in Theah Main would only count as a gentle spanking for correction is very much a crime there Mar 30 11:58:56 I see Mar 30 12:02:01 That goes for children-and- spouses of either sex. If there is a dispute that makes one tempted to hit the other, it is expected for them to walk away until they are calmer Mar 30 12:02:27 oh... now that is interesting. Alright... what else? Mar 30 12:03:24 Cooperation, emotional control, and kindness are very important. Things like wealth and status are quite irrelevant Mar 30 12:03:45 Except for the ruling family... Mar 30 12:03:50 * MollyK nods Mar 30 12:04:19 Every family must have a head, and Capperlucia is like one big family Mar 30 12:04:57 Uh huh Mar 30 12:05:07 What, my love? Mar 30 12:05:18 Just sounds... convenient for the ruling family... Mar 30 12:05:30 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 12:05:39 I love you very much, you know? Mar 30 12:06:37 * Morgan frowns Mar 30 12:06:43 yes... I know... but? Mar 30 12:07:19 Just how you always hold power to account... how you question who has it and why, whether they use it appropriately Mar 30 12:17:01 * Morgan nods slightly Mar 30 12:18:50 I suppose so Mar 30 12:21:23 What else... *she scans the notes* ... oh. Capperlucia is a very physical society. Hugging is the normal greeting there. People hold hands platonically, even kissing is very publicly normal. They may well see couples doing that, including couples of the same sex Mar 30 12:23:13 That might be difficult for them, given the view of it in our culture Mar 30 12:26:42 Indeed. This is why she wanted to tackle this before something arises Mar 30 12:27:57 * Morgan nods Mar 30 12:28:03 Good idea Mar 30 12:28:17 Ok... what else? Mar 30 12:28:58 *she smiles* I think Claudia and I had a moment of bonding Mar 30 12:29:30 Oh? Mar 30 12:30:00 Betuana said "I know your people in Theah Main like to go to brothels". I glanced at her, she glanced at me, and we both smiled a little Mar 30 12:30:29 * Morgan nods Mar 30 12:31:42 * MollyK smiles a little shyly "it was nice. I don't always feel like we have much in common" Mar 30 12:32:10 She is... difficult to get to know Mar 30 12:32:14 * MollyK nods Mar 30 12:32:40 We've spent hours in training, but... it's so odd. It is like we talk about nothing of any substance Mar 30 12:33:35 If its any consolation, it was only fairly recently she and I -really- bonded. Before that we just accepted eachother as we were Mar 30 12:33:41 * MollyK nods Mar 30 12:33:51 There are no brothels in Capperlucia Mar 30 12:34:33 Not even full of men? Mar 30 12:34:40 * MollyK shakes her head Mar 30 12:34:58 Not at all. Their attitudes to sex are very different to ours Mar 30 12:36:37 * Morgan nods Mar 30 12:36:42 Alright... anything else? Mar 30 12:39:58 It's challenging in some ways, because things like murder are incredibly rare there. There was one incidence about thirty years ago, that's it. Theft is rare, because there's no hoarding of resources and the island is so bountiful. Sharing is part of their culture Mar 30 12:40:55 * Morgan nods Mar 30 12:41:13 right... what about swordplay, practicing our fighting? Mar 30 12:42:33 Very commonplace. People, especially men, spar for fun all the time. There are places near the main town centre when people who want to do so go, men and women. And they fight each other too Mar 30 12:43:05 * Morgan nods Mar 30 12:43:11 Ok.... Anything else? Mar 30 12:44:14 It's about one in seven people are healers, and even more have basic first aid skills, so it's very safe. The only rule is that no disputes are settled with violence. Duelling for slights is forbidden Mar 30 12:44:40 Thats going to be a hard sell Mar 30 12:44:50 * MollyK frowns Mar 30 12:44:57 They are duelling on the ship? Mar 30 12:45:22 The magic Mar 30 12:56:55 * MollyK nods Mar 30 12:57:09 Although, they have just spent a few weeks on a magic ship Mar 30 12:57:26 Thats different Mar 30 12:58:53 I'm afraid they will need to get used to it. They can stay on the ship if they prefer Mar 30 12:59:38 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:00:31 They might have to...alright. Mar 30 13:01:51 Our fair skin is likely to be of curiosity and interest to the Capperlucians, especially the ones of our people who are blonde Mar 30 13:03:02 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:03:18 Alright... the language barrier could be a problem then Mar 30 13:04:48 There is a scholar there who has studied the outside languages in depth, and she speaks Eisen. She will come on the ship to help with that Mar 30 13:05:01 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:05:04 useful Mar 30 13:05:08 * MollyK nods Mar 30 13:05:29 It is how Xsarlac learnt before going to look for Betuana Mar 30 13:06:13 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:07:21 Carrying weapons is fine. The people there are too honest to be deceitful in why they have them, though most carry small knives that swords Mar 30 13:08:05 Those -are- weapons, and how are we supposed to practice without our weapons? Mar 30 13:08:32 You can take them wherever you wish, my love Mar 30 13:08:56 Oh, I thought you said it a crime... Mar 30 13:09:06 * MollyK shakes her head Mar 30 13:09:24 Not at all Mar 30 13:10:50 Everyone can dress as they wish, though it will be very hot for the sort of clothing we wear Mar 30 13:11:11 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:11:14 wonderful Mar 30 13:11:24 * MollyK watches him Mar 30 13:11:31 Are you being sarcastic? Mar 30 13:11:36 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:11:38 Yes, I am Mar 30 13:11:42 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 13:12:16 We will keep working on your shirts and short breeches Mar 30 13:13:01 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:13:09 How are you and Claudia going to bring the crew in line? Mar 30 13:14:40 Are you not going to help?! Mar 30 13:15:25 Is it not a good chance for them to become more accustomed to women being the leaders? Give them a chance to get used to it with women they know before having to do it with strangers Mar 30 13:15:51 * MollyK takes a deep breath Mar 30 13:15:55 Yes, alright Mar 30 13:16:43 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:17:19 I'll act as the deterrent... make it known that if they cross any of the boundary lines, once Capperlucia has dealt with them, they'll have to deal with me. Mar 30 13:17:52 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 13:18:29 That suits. Betuana is going to sketch out what people commonly wear so we know what to expect Mar 30 13:18:42 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:18:59 When do you want to address the crew? We don't have long left Mar 30 13:21:05 It'll need to be later really. When we're anchored and we can have most of them present Mar 30 13:23:40 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:23:49 Yes... thats what I ws thinking Mar 30 13:24:56 * MollyK nods Mar 30 13:25:29 I'll ensure he's nursed first, it would be challenging doing both! Mar 30 13:25:40 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:25:45 And distracting for the crew Mar 30 13:27:33 Perhaps it would teach them about not looking! Mar 30 13:27:54 Unlikely... Mar 30 13:30:01 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 13:30:19 They're going to find it very difficult in Capperlucia, aren't they Mar 30 13:30:51 I suspect so, yes. They'll need to be told about the feeding as well Mar 30 13:32:05 My feeding? Mar 30 13:32:35 The men feeding... Mar 30 13:33:42 Ah yes. I'd almost forgotten that Mar 30 13:35:36 * MollyK gives him a look of mischief "is it playing on your mind, my love?" Mar 30 13:35:59 No... I'm just thinking of how the crew will react Mar 30 13:36:16 Not at all tempted by it? Mar 30 13:36:34 * Morgan shrugs Mar 30 13:36:37 Not really, no Mar 30 13:36:47 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 13:37:05 You're happy with the bonding you get from me expressing for you? Mar 30 13:37:39 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:37:41 I am, yes Mar 30 13:38:04 * MollyK nods Mar 30 13:38:48 She has many people she wants me to meet and places to show me. I suspect I'll be expressing more than nursing! Mar 30 13:39:27 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:39:40 It doesn't sit well with me that I am excluded from these things Mar 30 13:40:14 I should imagine you could tag along Mar 30 13:43:12 * Morgan shrugs Mar 30 13:45:03 I almost envy the relaxing you'll be able to do, napping in the sunshine, sailing small boats around the island, trying spear fishing, climbing Mar 30 13:45:26 I'd deal with it for you if I could Mar 30 13:45:38 * MollyK smiles Mar 30 13:46:04 I'm sure it will be very interesting. I'm rather hoping to see a baby be born Mar 30 13:46:12 Oh? Mar 30 13:46:41 They have them outdoors, in pools of warm water. It's a community event Mar 30 13:47:44 A complete departure Mar 30 13:47:49 * MollyK nods Mar 30 13:49:18 People come to hold the mother's hand and chat to her. The father has his chest shaved to prepare for the shared nursing. They're welcoming a new community member. It's not hidden or counted as dirty Mar 30 13:49:48 It doesn't sit... right... with me I'm afraid Mar 30 13:49:53 * MollyK nods Mar 30 13:49:56 No doubt Mar 30 13:51:58 * Morgan shrugs slightly Mar 30 13:52:00 It is what it is Mar 30 13:52:07 But it does make sense, doesn't it? A society shaped by women that prizes the moment of birth as a beautiful celebration where everyone supports her efforts. When women make the social norms, they are not shutting themselves in stuffy dark rooms to endure the pain alone Mar 30 13:52:28 Yes, looking at it dispassionately, it does Mar 30 13:52:38 * MollyK smiles, curious Mar 30 13:52:56 This offends you at a visceral level somehow? Mar 30 13:53:41 A little perhaps... its probably one of the most ingrained parts of our culture Mar 30 13:54:15 That birthing requires extreme privacy, almost as much as conception does? Mar 30 13:54:25 * Morgan nods Mar 30 13:55:11 Was that a problem for you in Elsie's delivery? Mar 30 13:55:46 I thought it might be... but it wasn't -that- bad Mar 30 13:56:27 Because Thomas did not come from between her legs but through her belly? Mar 30 13:56:36 Perhaps Mar 30 13:56:44 * MollyK shrugs Mar 30 13:58:55 If I have the opportunity to see it, you will definitely not wish to attend? Mar 30 13:59:44 I don't think so, no Mar 30 13:59:47 * MollyK nods Mar 30 14:00:01 I will experience it with our own children Mar 30 14:00:15 You are sure you will be there? Mar 30 14:00:21 * Morgan nods Mar 30 14:00:24 Yes, I am Mar 30 14:00:32 * MollyK smiles warmly Mar 30 14:00:37 Good, I'm glad Mar 30 14:01:27 We will have to be careful to not let Varick know, he has asked several times when he can see a baby be born Mar 30 14:01:47 I think perhaps he is a bit young for that Mar 30 14:02:58 If that is your wish, my love. Children there do go, but it's a very different culture Mar 30 14:05:23 What do you think? Mar 30 14:05:58 It is something I would need to consider. Primarily, how it would affect him in the long term Mar 30 14:07:22 * Morgan nods Mar 30 14:07:28 That is my main concern Mar 30 14:08:51 * MollyK nods Mar 30 14:08:56 I understand his curiosity Mar 30 14:09:36 * Morgan nods Mar 30 14:09:38 aye Mar 30 14:12:04 I'm very curious about how being born underwater works Mar 30 14:12:41 Probably works with babies knowing to hold their breath Mar 30 14:13:46 Even if you will not be there, you'd like to know how it works, if I get to see it? Mar 30 14:14:18 It''d probably help to know what to expect Mar 30 14:16:16 Oh... I uhh... I wasn't planning on doing it myself! Mar 30 14:17:11 I mean for when we have birth children Mar 30 14:17:25 Oh, not specifically in the water! Mar 30 14:18:48 * Morgan shakes his head Mar 30 14:18:57 No... not unless there is an advantage for you and the child Mar 30 14:19:17 * MollyK nods, smiling thoughtfully Mar 30 14:19:20 Yes Mar 30 14:22:15 Will you speak to Sorgi to arrange getting the crew together? Mar 30 14:22:58 Hmm? Oh, yes Mar 30 14:23:44 What? Mar 30 14:25:39 My mind was elsewhere, that's all Mar 30 14:26:57 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Mar 30 14:26:59 Alright Mar 30 14:27:09 * MollyK stands up "I'll do that now, and then I'll either come back to feed or express" Mar 30 14:27:26 Alright love Mar 30 14:29:34 * MollyK kisses his crown "I cannot wait to make you a Vati once again..." Mar 30 14:29:44 * Morgan nods Mar 30 14:29:49 I look forward to it my love Mar 30 14:30:15 * MollyK nods, going. He gets five quiet minutes to himself Mar 30 14:31:20 * Morgan just relaxes, watching out the window as he drinks his coffee Mar 30 14:32:15 *Varick comes in* Mar 30 14:32:18 * MollyK is now known as Varick Mar 30 14:32:35 Where's Amir? Mar 30 14:33:03 Asleep still Mar 30 14:34:06 Okay *he comes to hug Morgan's legs* Mar 30 14:34:15 * Morgan pulls him up into his lap Mar 30 14:34:18 How did you sleep? Mar 30 14:36:31 It was okay Mar 30 14:37:16 * Morgan nods, wrapping his arms around the boy Mar 30 14:37:20 good Mar 30 14:38:49 Vati, how do I build a crib? Mar 30 14:40:06 ummm... I'm not sure. Why? Mar 30 14:41:13 If we had another crib, Amir could sleep with me for nap times Mar 30 14:44:20 That is true Mar 30 14:45:32 So that's why I need you to teach me how to make one Mar 30 14:47:04 * Morgan nods Mar 30 14:47:16 Maybe we can figure it out between us? Mar 30 14:47:25 * Varick nods Mar 30 14:47:46 It needs to stop him falling out, because he could get hurt Mar 30 14:48:01 * Morgan nods Mar 30 14:48:04 Thats right, yes Mar 30 14:48:29 Are you ready to tell me why you want the milk? Mar 30 14:48:40 * Varick shrugs Mar 30 14:49:17 I just like it. It's nice, and I am the same Mar 30 14:50:37 The same? As Amir? Mar 30 14:50:42 * Varick nods Mar 30 14:51:20 I see... you don't need to be the same as him for us to love you, you do know that don't you? Mar 30 14:51:38 * Varick nods Mar 30 14:52:02 Yes, but you love him a lot Mar 30 14:56:38 And we love you just as much... you will always be precious to us because the day we adopted you is the day we became a family Mar 30 14:56:46 * Varick smiles Mar 30 14:57:30 It still tastes nicer though Mar 30 14:59:44 Thats fair enough... as long as you know how deeply, how strongly we love you Mar 30 15:00:56 * Varick nods Mar 30 15:01:16 What else does the crib need? Mar 30 15:07:54 So, legs, a base, sides with bars so he can see out but can't climb through Mar 30 15:09:21 * Varick thinks about it Mar 30 15:09:34 Do we have any wood left? Mar 30 15:10:37 * Morgan nods Mar 30 15:10:40 I do, yes Mar 30 15:11:16 Enough? Mar 30 15:11:42 maybe Mar 30 15:15:16 We should draw it first Mar 30 15:16:14 * Morgan nods Mar 30 15:16:16 Thats a good idea Mar 30 15:17:07 * Varick nods Mar 30 15:18:29 * Varick goes to look for drawing things. Amir starts crying Mar 30 15:19:19 * Morgan gets up, going to pick him up Mar 30 15:20:09 *Amir reaches up to him* Mar 30 15:20:26 [can I hear Amir?] Mar 30 15:21:05 [you can. You realise what that means?] Mar 30 15:21:22 * Morgan picks him up, kissing his forehead as he carries him back through to the study Mar 30 15:22:40 [that my breasts are sensitive if I can even slightly hear him] Mar 30 15:23:07 [that noises in here can be heard in there...] Mar 30 15:23:14 *Amir quietens to just grizzling* Mar 30 15:23:27 [oh fuck.] Mar 30 15:23:41 [yes, he probably heard that] Mar 30 15:23:52 I know little lamb, mama will be here soon Mar 30 15:24:16 [damn. Time to gag me.] Mar 30 15:25:05 * Varick comes to Amir "It's okay, she'll be coming right away" Mar 30 15:25:52 * Morgan rocks him Mar 30 15:27:27 *Molly does come in, and he cries more. She takes a deep breath* Alright, Lammchen, Mama's here... Mar 30 15:27:45 *Amir makes an Mmm sound* Mar 30 15:29:50 * Morgan looks at Varick Mar 30 15:29:58 I wonder if you can get him saying that after he's fed Mar 30 15:30:40 *Molly takes him, shushing him whilst she gets set up on the window seat* Mar 30 15:30:50 I will try Mar 30 15:30:56 * Morgan nods Mar 30 15:31:03 Shall we go and have a look at what wood we've got left? Mar 30 15:32:58 * Varick nods Mar 30 15:33:31 M: what do you need wood for? *Amir suddenly stops crying as he latches* Mar 30 15:34:21 Varick and I are going to see if we've got enough to make a crib for his room Mar 30 15:37:26 M: Oh? Mar 30 15:38:06 So they can nap together Mar 30 15:38:35 M: *she nods, looking down at the baby* I think that's a very good idea Mar 30 15:38:43 * Varick looks proud of himself Mar 30 15:39:51 [our bedroom could be ours again in quiet hour... which would quieter than the study] Mar 30 15:40:47 * Morgan nods Mar 30 15:40:57 So we'll have a look at what we've got and see what we can come up with Mar 30 15:41:39 M: *she nods* if not, perhaps we will get one in Capperlucia Mar 30 15:42:05 * Morgan nods Mar 30 15:42:08 Its not so long now Mar 30 15:43:48 *Molly smiles* indeed, five days until we dock, hopefully Mar 30 15:44:09 Then I can run around in the sand and make new friends! Mar 30 15:45:34 * Morgan nods Mar 30 15:45:36 Thats right Mar 30 15:48:28 * Varick nods Mar 30 15:48:42 Okay let's go! Mar 30 15:50:03 * Morgan nods, taking his hand and going down to look at their supply of wood Mar 30 15:51:24 * Varick goes to talk to the two goats and twenty chickens Mar 30 15:51:54 * Morgan arranges the supplies into easy to assess piles, pausing to watch Varick Mar 30 15:52:36 *it would have to be lower to the ground than the other one and a little bit smaller by area, but would doable * Mar 30 15:53:01 I think... we can manage Mar 30 15:55:27 * Varick looks happy Mar 30 15:55:42 When can we start? Mar 30 15:56:45 We can do a little bit now if you want Mar 30 15:57:26 * Varick nods Mar 30 15:57:32 How do we do it? Mar 30 15:58:20 * Morgan spends a few minutes explaining it, showing him which bits of wood they'll use Mar 30 15:59:51 * Varick gets to work with him, focused on the task, learning about the tools. HH arrives about fifteen minutes later Mar 30 15:59:55 * Varick is now known as HH Mar 30 16:00:07 Everyone good? Mar 30 16:02:56 I do believe so, yes Mar 30 16:03:21 Molly said y' were down here, sounded like she wanted t' gossip with Inga Mar 30 16:04:06 Ah, I see Mar 30 16:04:09 $sex talk$ Mar 30 16:04:23 Yeah, we're just building you a new bed Mar 30 16:04:31 $she looks more relaxed, so sounds like it$ Mar 30 16:04:47 Pretty happy in the one I've got, man Mar 30 16:06:00 Just as well, we'd have to chop your legs off to get you in this one Mar 30 16:06:17 *Varick laughs* Mar 30 16:06:21 $I daresay the captain has already heard$ Mar 30 16:06:50 $after Graben, I can say there's worse things to hear* Mar 30 16:07:08 $yeah?$ Mar 30 16:07:25 * HH comes to Varick "wanna show me what yer doin', kid?" Mar 30 16:08:03 $she seemed to be having a good time$ Mar 30 16:09:37 $I meant what was worse in Graben?$ Mar 30 16:10:15 $no, I meant I've heard people have sex that didn't sound that good$ Mar 30 16:10:48 $who?$ Mar 30 16:11:11 $people in brothels, crew mates$ Mar 30 16:11:43 $Ah$ Mar 30 16:12:23 * HH helps with the building Mar 30 16:12:36 $disturb Sorgi did she?$ Mar 30 16:13:08 $Well, she heard Amir crying from Sorgi's cabin. We weren't in our bedroom when she was loud$ Mar 30 16:13:23 * Morgan works quickly Mar 30 16:13:32 * HH smirks Mar 30 16:13:33 [Is everything arranged to speak to the crew?] Mar 30 16:13:52 [yes, half an hour after we weigh anchor] Mar 30 16:14:16 $poor planning, man. You remember to lock the door even?$ Mar 30 16:14:42 $Yes, Molly did that, though I would've had that been the plan$ Mar 30 16:15:08 $seems to happen to you by accident a lot!$ Mar 30 16:15:20 $Just a bit$ Mar 30 16:15:39 $you just trip and fall on her$ Mar 30 16:15:59 V: Will he be okay with the edges. Mar 30 16:16:01 ? Mar 30 16:16:35 We'll sand them down, and see if we can get mama to make some little cushions to soften it Mar 30 16:16:59 V: *he nods* okay Mar 30 16:19:36 * Morgan nods, carrying on Mar 30 16:20:45 *they work on it for a few hours. HH gives Varick subtle help just like his Da used to give Morgan* Mar 30 16:21:14 * Morgan watches him doing so, smiling slightly each time Mar 30 16:22:42 *by Varick's tea time they are almost finished. The longer days so far south means they're still sailing despite it being five o'clock* Mar 30 16:24:28 V: Can we finish it? Mar 30 16:25:57 We need to get you fed, and then Mama and I have to go to a meeting Mar 30 16:26:16 *Varick sighs* Vati! Please! Mar 30 16:47:38 * Morgan looks it over, trying to gauge how long it'll take Mar 30 16:47:47 HeinzHarold, how long til we stop sailing? Mar 30 16:48:36 * HH looks at his pocket watch Mar 30 16:48:52 Ten minutes *it'll take twenty* Mar 30 16:51:01 Alright, lets do it Mar 30 16:51:16 [Have you asked Inga to watch the boys while we are talking to the crew? Mar 30 16:52:10 [yes, I'm nursing now, and then I'll express for you for later?] Mar 30 16:52:43 * HH and Varick work hard, it's the sanding they're left with Mar 30 16:52:59 [alright love] Mar 30 16:53:06 * Morgan mucks in, working hard where he can Mar 30 16:57:46 [I have managed to get milk in my eye] Mar 30 16:58:19 [what? How?] Mar 30 16:59:03 [it squirted out at an odd angle into my face] Mar 30 17:00:30 [oh dear] Mar 30 17:01:14 *they get it finished* Mar 30 17:01:48 * Morgan runs his hand over each bit of wood slowly to check there aren't any sharp bit Mar 30 17:02:57 * HH has his sleeves rolled up, collar open, and wipes sweat from his brow with his forearm "varnishin' it?" *it is fine. It's not perfect, but it's safe and stable* Mar 30 17:03:44 No... not today, I think its important to my son here that we take it back today... Mar 30 17:04:46 V: he might eat the varnish Mar 30 17:05:12 Yeah, best not. Prob'ly tastes like paint Mar 30 17:06:01 * Morgan shushes HeinzHarold Mar 30 17:06:10 Alright... I'll carry it, yes? Mar 30 17:06:28 V: I'll open the doors! Mar 30 17:06:53 * Morgan nods, picking up the crib Mar 30 17:06:57 Alright, lead the way Varck Mar 30 17:07:04 *Varick goes on ahead. HH nods, watching him go* Can't fuckin' wait, man Mar 30 17:09:03 * Morgan nods Mar 30 17:09:15 Soon, I hope. It'd be quicker if you let Molly get rid of the herbs Mar 30 17:14:21 She was a bit on th' fence about how well it'd work last time they talked. You'd do it? Mar 30 18:03:58 In truth, I don't know... but... I already know it won't be before a certain time so... may as well let it run its course Mar 30 18:04:39 Y' want Amir a bit older, anyhow, right? Mar 30 18:05:26 yeah Mar 30 18:06:02 * HH says quietly get yer bubbies back a bit before losin' 'em again Mar 30 18:08:07 * Morgan shrugs Mar 30 18:08:12 I'm alright sharing in this instance Mar 30 18:08:33 * HH chuckles Mar 30 18:09:14 Pretty funny how y' can just make her think o' it an' the milk comes out Mar 30 18:10:45 * Morgan nods Mar 30 18:10:56 Shows how strong that connection is Mar 30 18:11:04 * HH nods Mar 30 18:11:23 Good job she's not my wife! Mar 30 18:12:53 Oh you'll face the same thing Mar 30 18:13:28 Yeah, but I can't *he taps his temple* the view of the babe latched Mar 30 18:14:50 I don't understand Mar 30 18:15:27 I'd hafta prank her by showin' her something that would set the milk off, if I was you Mar 30 18:16:21 Oh... yeah, once she's more settled with it, thats happening Mar 30 18:17:02 * HH chuckles "I'd be a bloody nuisance with tha' power anyhow" Mar 30 18:17:41 * Morgan nods Mar 30 18:17:46 I can be, on occasion Mar 30 18:18:01 Catches you a slap? Mar 30 18:19:26 No, she's normally too busy blushing Mar 30 18:19:53 * HH laughs Mar 30 18:20:11 Wouldn' wanna come this far without them, eh? Mar 30 18:20:23 * Morgan nods Mar 30 18:22:22 I'll talk t' Inga again 'bout the herbs. Bit o' a long week when y' gotta do the bits that plant th' seeds rather than wastin' them Mar 30 18:24:15 * Morgan nods Mar 30 18:24:28 I mean... I'd be perfectly happy if they both catch pregnant around the same time... Mar 30 18:24:49 But? Mar 30 18:26:13 I wouldn't want you to have to wait that long for my own wants Mar 30 18:26:26 * HH nods Mar 30 18:26:38 Wish it was gon' be sooner for you, man Mar 30 18:27:20 * Morgan nods Mar 30 18:27:34 Its... a result of my own actions. Mar 30 18:28:18 You tell 'er that so she doesn't feel bad about startin' them? Mar 30 18:29:34 She knows that, yes Mar 30 18:30:43 They'd be cute, matching lil bellies *the thought of Inga pregnant is a reminder of her being heavily so when they walked in on him having Molly in his dream* Mar 30 18:33:13 * Morgan nods, blushing slightly Mar 30 18:34:03 * HH chuckles "ah yeah, you an' yer fondness f' that. Lookin' forward to Molly gettin' all fat an' round, eh?" Mar 30 18:35:01 Not what I was thinking about but... yeah, I am Mar 30 18:35:53 * HH glances at him "figured it was jus' Dietlinde an' Molly bein' knocked up that y' liked" Mar 30 18:37:03 Well, yeah... didn't catch my eye that Jarvie is huge... something else that... I can't talk about right now Mar 30 18:37:08 * Morgan nods toward Varick Mar 30 18:37:46 * HH nods "any chance Molly could speed yers along with her magic?" Mar 30 18:40:11 Makes no odds... it'll happen when its meant to Mar 30 18:44:43 * HH nods. They get the crib safely to their rooms. Molly has changed out of the trousers with the access that he pushed his fingers, mouth and manhood through, and into one of her simpler noble dresses, hair and makeup more done Mar 30 18:45:33 V: Mama, we did it! Mar 30 18:45:46 * Morgan gently puts it down Mar 30 18:46:30 *Molly comes to look* Oh Mauschen, you've done a wonderful job! *he looks so proud of himself at her praise, just as Morgan used to feel at Verity's praise* Mar 30 18:46:46 * Morgan smiles, ruffling the boys hair Mar 30 18:46:51 Well done Varick Mar 30 18:47:11 V: thank you Vati Mar 30 18:48:15 *he looks up at Morgan proudly too. Inga brings Amir in from the bedroom on her hip* Mar 30 18:48:23 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Mar 30 18:59:04 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Mar 30 19:09:44 * Morgan (~mads@iMac-2.lan) has joined Mar 30 19:12:05 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Mar 30 19:12:49 * MollyK looks at Molly, then Morgan Mar 30 19:12:58 Hh* Mar 30 19:13:23 HH: o' all yer vessels, this one scrubs up best Mar 30 19:14:11 * Morgan thumps him Mar 30 19:14:33 * MollyK blushes, smiling "indeed, there are no barnacles on my bottom!" Mar 30 19:15:45 HH: fine bottom it is too, strong an' sturdy, yer not a flat-bottom ship *he grins* Mar 30 19:17:59 Do you mind? Mar 30 19:18:44 *HH chuckles* nope, not a big fan o' the flat-bottoms Mar 30 19:19:23 *Inga and Molly are both giggling* Mar 30 19:21:51 * Morgan rolls his eyes Mar 30 19:22:22 * MollyK giggles, looking at Morgan with amusement "stop him before he gets on to my prow!" Mar 30 19:23:34 $do yourself a favour and flirt with your wife. She's all dressed up, like she's nervous about the meeting$ Mar 30 19:23:48 $give me half a chance for fuck sake$ Mar 30 19:24:02 Shall we get some air before the meeting my love? Mar 30 19:25:10 * MollyK glances at the clock "yes that's a good idea" she sorts all the instructions for the children with Inga before going with him Mar 30 19:25:47 Are you planning to distract them with your beauty so they don't object to the restrictions they'll be under? Mar 30 19:25:58 * MollyK smiles playfully Mar 30 19:26:04 Would it work? Mar 30 19:26:14 Oh absolutely Mar 30 19:26:39 * MollyK blushing, smiling Mar 30 19:26:49 Then perhaps I am a little Mar 30 19:27:17 * Morgan nods Mar 30 19:27:21 Good plan Mar 30 19:27:49 And you, my love, will you be distracted by this fine vessel of yours? Mar 30 19:28:01 As always Mar 30 19:29:26 * MollyK watches him, smiling Mar 30 19:30:24 And my prow, dripping with opulence... or opaqueness... bedecked in pearls... Mar 30 19:30:38 Most distracting Mar 30 19:31:28 * MollyK smiles "wonderful. Perhaps that is how I like my owner, attentive and tongue-tied" Mar 30 19:32:46 Owner? Mar 30 19:33:22 * MollyK watches his expression "well, if I am your ship, you must be my owner?" Mar 30 19:33:33 I suppose so, yes Mar 30 19:34:59 Unless you are my Captain, your hands guiding me through the swells, deftly navigating the peaks and troughs of the waves... Mar 30 19:38:30 technically... I might be both? Mar 30 19:39:09 * MollyK nods, smiling Mar 30 19:39:15 Indeed you might Mar 30 19:40:53 * Morgan nods Mar 30 19:41:04 Alright... we'd best get ready... deep breath my love Mar 30 19:41:42 * MollyK closes her eyes, taking a deep breath Mar 30 19:42:01 * Morgan is obviously watching her chest when she opens her eyes Mar 30 19:42:04 Once more... Mar 30 19:42:30 * MollyK does so, inhaling deeper Mar 30 19:42:54 * Morgan clears his throat Mar 30 19:42:59 Well, thats distracted me... Mar 30 19:43:45 You have seen something you'd like to personally bedeck in pearls, my Captain *she looks happy and flushed* Mar 30 19:44:03 * Morgan nods Mar 30 19:44:08 Yes, I think I have indeed Mar 30 19:44:55 * MollyK smiles, kissing his cheek "I look forward to you taking me in dry dock and seeing to that" Mar 30 19:45:07 * Morgan nods, smiling Mar 30 19:45:14 Come on, lets get to the crew Mar 30 19:45:36 I think we'd best get to the crew first! Mar 30 19:47:29 * Morgan laughs, blushing Mar 30 19:48:10 * MollyK smiles, chin up, shoulders back "Alright, I'm ready" Mar 30 19:48:55 * Morgan nods, taking her hand and leading her to the ballroom Mar 30 19:50:01 *Everyone is assembled here, expect Inga, HH, and the children. She squeezes his hand a little nervously* Mar 30 19:50:49 [courage my love] Mar 30 19:51:07 * Morgan moves to sit on a table off to one side Mar 30 19:56:01 ACTION nods a little, taking another deep breath before standing at the front. Betuana, Xsarlac, Sorgi and Claudia are all nearby. She smiles at them all warmly "Good evening, gentlemen. Thank you for coming, I know many of you have been on watch, and others are waiting to go." She pauses a moment, letting her smile draw smiles in return before Mar 30 19:56:01 she says "This first leg of our journey together is not far from over. We anticipate making landfall in five days. We all set out expecting it to be longer, didn't we?" *there are nods of agreement. She takes another breath a moment* Mar 30 20:00:14 I have never been prouder or more grateful to be surrounded by Eisenmen when facing the unexpected travel of our ship. I have watched your bravery in the face of the unknown, seen your resilience, your cooperation with each other, and your strength. *there are more than a few blushes and self-depreciating looks. She smiles again* I am proud to be Mar 30 20:00:14 Eisen, and I am so very proud that you are our crew. *more of them seem touched by her pride, almost like Varick was of her praising the crib. Sorgi glances at Morgan* Mar 30 20:05:00 The next part of what we are to do to help our beloved Eisen with require more fortitude. Capperlucia is a country very far from ours, both in distance and in the way things are done there. We will encounter things that none of us have encountered before, some that are so different from what we are used to that it might be hard for us to adapt to. Mar 30 20:05:01 But you will not be alone in that. We, as one big family, will walk this path together, supporting each other as we do what Eisenfurst Fischler has asked of us. What I need to do now is to try to prepare you for what to expect. *A pin could drop and it would be heard, so raptly are they listening to her* Mar 30 20:05:50 * Morgan slowly looks round at the crew Mar 30 20:05:58 *Claudia gestures* $they are lapping this up. I'm impressed$ Mar 30 20:06:20 $Me too$ Mar 30 20:12:05 Now, what I need you to know before we start this is that I trust that every one of you is a good, decent man who wants nothing so much as to serve his ship, stand shoulder to shoulder with his fellow Eisens and make our trip here so successful that we make the lives of our people better. I -trust you- to follow the guidance I need to give you, not Mar 30 20:12:05 just so that I do not feel disappointed, but because I want each of you to leave Capperlucia having worked for a greater goal. I need you to support my work here, and the link I want us to forge with the people of the island. If you also happen to enjoy the sunshine and warm weather, that would be nice! *there's some chuckling. She glances at Mar 30 20:12:05 Morgan a moment* Mar 30 20:13:04 * Morgan nods slightly Mar 30 20:19:32 ACTION turns her attention back to the crew "Just as we would expect visitors in our homeland to obey our laws and customs, we will follow theirs. As many of you know, Capperlucia is a country ruled by women, with family lineage given down the maternal line. They treat their womenfolk with utmost respect. That means that we will treat them as if Mar 30 20:19:33 they are our mothers, our sisters, our grandmothers. We will respect them. *she steels herself a moment, though only Morgan would notice it* The punishments for rape, catcalling, pestering, or harassing women are severe. But I am certain none of you would treat your family this way. *there are some glances between the men. Molly lets a moment Mar 30 20:19:33 pass* Mar 30 20:19:59 C:*she looks at Morgan* $she got this in hand?$ Mar 30 20:22:23 $I think so$ Mar 30 20:26:58 There aren't any brothels in Capperlucia. *they don't seem particularly horrified, nor that surprised* I know that isn't the shore leave we are used to, or that we have had in other places. *there are nods* It is what it is. We intend to reprovision in Jura on the way home and spend the evening there. *there are a few knowing smiles between the Mar 30 20:26:58 men, many of them the ones that applauded when she and Morgan came back downstairs. She holds herself with a remarkable amount of self-assurance, not even blushing* Mar 30 20:27:51 C: $whoa, ballsy!$ *she's smiling* Mar 30 20:28:22 * Morgan nods slightly, flexing his jaw to hide a smile Mar 30 20:31:45 Though we will be free to wander the island, providing we follow the accepted customs of how we behave towards women, this will not be without its challenges. As I am sure you can tell, it's getting warmer as we go south *there are a few quiet chuckles and nudges at the possible innuendo. It doesn't look like it will be particularly disruptive, but Mar 30 20:31:46 for just a moment she looks like she isn't sure how she'll handle it* Mar 30 20:33:00 * MollyK relaxes, giggling, becoming a little informal "You'd be horrified how often I accidentally say things like that!" Mar 30 20:33:12 $oh now thats clever$ Mar 30 20:33:37 *This seems to rather disarm the crew, more laughter and softer expressions* Mar 30 20:34:09 C: $yes. I would have told them to shut their dirty mouths.$ Mar 30 20:35:05 * Morgan nods slightly Mar 30 20:36:28 * MollyK smiles, taking a deep breath "Capperlucia is going to be very hot. There's going to be a great deal more skin on show than any of us are used to. I know that I for one will find it more challenging seeing my husband's bare legs outside of the bedroom! *the crew laugh at this, they seem to look more at ease* Mar 30 20:40:39 We will all need to do our best not to stare. It is not intended to be provocative, or titilating, it is simply going to be so warm there that heavy clothing will be unpleasant. It is perfectly fine for you to all go around shirtless, and there are creams there that will protect our pale skin from burning. The men folk in Capperlucia also are Mar 30 20:40:39 normally bare chested... Mar 30 20:41:15 $and big boobed$ Mar 30 20:41:51 $perhaps I'll finally find them attractive if they are$ Mar 30 20:42:23 $there's an interesting idea$ Mar 30 20:45:18 There is a custom there that fathers take herbs during the pregnancy that allows them to nurse babies. *there's some shock, disbelief, and disgust, but with Betuana and Xsarlac there it's more moderated than it would be. Molly nods* I know, it is most irregular to us. However, that is their custom and it will be respected. I suggest if you are Mar 30 20:45:19 uncomfortable with that you stay near the ship. If anyone has further questions about that, you are welcome to speak to my husband or I afterwards. Mar 30 20:49:29 *there's some curious mumbles which she allows for a few moments* Children are sacred there, so nursing them is a privilege shared by both parents. It is strictly forbidden for anyone to cause harm to a child. I do not foresee that being a trouble for any of us, but you should know. You should also know that making a child is very carefully Mar 30 20:49:29 approved there, and as such relations between men and women are even more strictly regulated than between a nobleman and his betrothed, and I assure you that is very strictly indeed! *again she gives them a little smile, it's almost playful and charming. There is more laughter* Mar 30 20:50:04 C: $I wish Heinzharold was seeing this$ Mar 30 20:51:21 $He'd be blown away$ Mar 30 20:51:42 * MollyK waits til they're settled Mar 30 20:53:22 Now, their religion is vastly different to ours. Where their heterosexual relations are regulated, the ones between two women and two men are not so. *there's surprise, a bit of discomfort, and a three or four men who are looking at the floor studiously* Mar 30 20:53:48 C: $found the men who flatten the other side of the sheets.$ Mar 30 20:53:59 * Morgan nods slightly Mar 30 20:54:21 $we'll talk about it later, if I can make them feel more secure, I want to$ Mar 30 20:56:48 ACTION nods empathetically "I know, it is not what we are used to, and goes against our own religious teachings. Capperlucia is an affectionate country, and it is possible we will see some displays of affection between these couples. What I recommend is that those of you who feel such behaviour will be difficult for you to accept stay closer to Mar 30 20:56:48 the ship. These people are welcoming us to their home, and I wouldn't be happy to think that any of us have been anything other than civil..." Mar 30 20:57:38 *the crew generally look a bit like Morgan used to feel when faced with the possibility of his public behaviour letting Verity down* Mar 30 20:58:19 $Has she just managed to mother them?$ Mar 30 20:58:56 C: $do you feel a little uneasy and like you have to tread carefully not to be the one that disappoints her?$ Mar 30 20:59:52 $With my mother, yes. That looks very much like how they feel right now$ Mar 30 21:00:04 * MollyK smiles, and this time he can see that the childlike, feminine charm is purposeful though it is still subtle. "Thank goodness, that was the bit I was most nervous about having to say!" Mar 30 21:04:47 *This makes them laugh. They continue to listen patiently* I mentioned that there will be things none of us have seen. Have some of you heard rumours that there are dragons there? *about half raise their hands. She nods with an approving smile* Wonderful, you may lower your hands. *Someone quietly says "that's what she said". Again, there's a Mar 30 21:04:47 fraction of a second as she decides, and then she giggles, covering her mouth a moment* you see, there I go again! Mar 30 21:05:38 $thats more effective than telling them to shut the fuck up$ Mar 30 21:05:54 *The crew chuckle, not looking particularly troubled by the confirmation of dragons* Mar 30 21:06:14 $yet I would.$ Mar 30 21:07:14 * Morgan nods slightly Mar 30 21:11:06 There are three dragons. I'm assured they won't bother us, but I rather look forward to spotting all three, I find that quite exciting! *the smiles she gets are quite indulgent, almost paternalistic despite the fact most are only a few years older* There is also a lot of magic. *they start to look more wary. She gives them a look that can only be Mar 30 21:11:06 described as motherly* I know. That is something we find unnerving in Eisen. However, it is a fact of life. In Capperlucia it is very common. However, people there do not use weapons against each other, including magic, and I whole-heartedly believe you have nothing to fear. I am confident enough in that that I will take my boys there without any Mar 30 21:11:06 concern at all for their safety Mar 30 21:11:45 * Morgan looks round slowly Mar 30 21:12:25 *there are nods. They don't like it, but they seem to be accepting her reassurance, as if knowing she will take her own children is proof that there is less risk* Mar 30 21:14:18 Again, anyone who wishes to stay near the ship, lie in the warm sand, swim in the beautiful clear water, and play on the beach is very welcome to do so. For those who never go back to Capperlucia, it is a once in a lifetime chance to enjoy a truly beautiful place, and for we who sail it is a rare opportunity to get some good rest! Mar 30 21:16:33 *there are more laughs at this. She smiles warmly* Now, I am sure you are all very fed up of hearing my voice and seeing my face... *there's a lot of shaking heads and assurances they're not, and she gives them smiles and thanks* ... I will hand over to His Excellency Mar 30 21:16:52 * MollyK looks to him with a smile Mar 30 21:16:59 [I'm sorry, am I speaking?] Mar 30 21:17:22 [I thought you'd wish to, you usually do] Mar 30 21:17:47 * Morgan stands up, moving to stand near her Mar 30 21:18:34 * MollyK notably glances at his legs before raising her brows and giving the crew a wink, making them smile Mar 30 21:21:01 Gentlemen... you are here because I trust and respect you. You've faced things we find unnatural and uncomfortable with fortitude and courage. Our actions here could make all of Eisen as proud of you as we are. *he smiles slightly* Do you have any questions? Mar 30 21:21:43 1: how long are we stayin'? Mar 30 21:22:58 If all goes well, about a week. There'll still be duties to be performed onboard, but for there will be time to relax and explore Mar 30 21:25:08 2: ummm... why would a man want t' feed a baby? Mar 30 21:27:58 I use a cup to feed Amir... the bonding is quite powerful. I can only imagine how strong it would be if I actually fed him, and Capperlucian society is simply more at ease in doing so Mar 30 21:28:56 2: do men have the uhh... *he makes a cupping against his chest. There's some sniggers and chuckles* Mar 30 21:29:53 I understand the herbs they take to make the milk do indeed give them something of a bust... is that right, your majesty? Mar 30 21:32:13 B: They normally develop a bigger chest as you would lifting heavy things, but some get small breasts like adolescent girls. Their nipples become more like a woman's, and more sensitive like a woman's too. Once the nursing is concluded their breasts go away Mar 30 21:32:42 [that was more honesty than I anticipated!] Mar 30 21:33:17 *the men seem to be unwilling to comment further on it, staying quiet* Mar 30 21:33:36 Anything else to ask? Mar 30 21:34:05 *there's lots of head shaking* Mar 30 21:35:14 Remember, gentlemen, and take this to heart... they are not trying to change our ways... they simply want us to respect theirs while we visit their home Mar 30 21:35:33 *there's a chorus of "yes, my Lord" Mar 30 21:37:46 * Morgan watches them for a moment Mar 30 21:37:50 Lets make our mothers proud Mar 30 21:38:43 *this seems to have an effect on them, lots of smiles. Claudia gestures $done with them?$ Mar 30 21:40:26 $aye$ Mar 30 21:41:20 C: Those on watch, with me. The rest, dismissed! *there's a lot of "Aye, Cap'n" so Claudia must be in command now Mar 30 21:42:10 *They all file out into the hall and either to work or the dinning room. This leaves Molly, Sorgi, Betuana, and Xsarlac with Morgan* Mar 30 21:42:28 * Morgan goes straight to Molly, taking her hands Mar 30 21:42:34 You did wonderfully my love Mar 30 21:42:42 * MollyK looks at him for approval, blushing hard Mar 30 21:42:46 You think so? Mar 30 21:44:18 Absolutely I do... *he looks to the others* what did you think? Mar 30 21:44:51 *Sorgi smiles broadly* Perfect, Your Excellency. It was endearing and confident Mar 30 21:46:24 *Xsarlac nods* Very good, Molly. *Betuana looks a little puzzled* what did you do to them? You weren't commanding or forthright, yet they seemed to be so malleable Mar 30 21:48:11 * MollyK smiles warmly "It is what we women in Theah Main refer to as Soft Pressure. Our menfolk lead us, but they also have a strong desire to please us and make us proud of them. They like to see us happy and relaxed. I gave them what they wanted" Mar 30 21:48:41 *Betuana nods slowly* It is odd to me, but it seems effective Mar 30 21:49:05 It works wonderfully Mar 30 21:50:09 B: Your men are very susceptible to this childlike charm? Mar 30 21:54:58 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Mar 30 22:11:40 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Mar 30 22:13:30 [21:33:29] MollyK: B: Your men are very susceptible to this childlike charm? Mar 30 22:14:17 * Morgan shrugs Mar 30 22:14:19 sometimes Mar 30 22:14:42 Oftentimes it is gentleness that we respond to Mar 30 22:15:06 B: Our cultures are completely different Mar 30 22:15:43 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:16:16 B: *she looks to Molly* Your crew seem to have fallen in line. I hope they continue to behave well Mar 30 22:18:40 * MollyK smiles "We will be vigilant" Mar 30 22:23:55 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:25:17 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Mar 30 22:25:31 * MollyK (~igloo@CrystabllesiPad.lan) has joined Mar 30 22:25:42 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:26:42 *Betuana hands Molly a piece of paper* We will begin negotiations tomorrow. Good night Mar 30 22:27:11 * MollyK smiles "Goodnight, thank you for attending" Mar 30 22:28:34 *Sorgi inclines his head to them before letting Betuana and Xsarlac out before following them. Molly exhales hard once they're gone and it's just the two of them* Mar 30 22:29:53 Are you alright my love? Mar 30 22:30:25 * MollyK nods Mar 30 22:30:29 I think so Mar 30 22:31:14 You are not sure? Mar 30 22:32:39 That was rather a lot Mar 30 22:33:06 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:35:39 * MollyK opens her arms "could you hold me a minute?" Mar 30 22:36:09 * Morgan nods, wrapping his arms around her and holding her tightly Mar 30 22:37:22 * MollyK sighs, and he can feel the tension wash out of her body Mar 30 22:37:27 Thank you Mar 30 22:38:10 You did so well Mar 30 22:38:55 It wasn't too flirty? Mar 30 22:39:45 Perhaps it could've done with being a touch sterner, but I think you got them onside Mar 30 22:40:45 * MollyK nods Mar 30 22:41:20 I didn't want to be harsh when they were learning about things that might distress them Mar 30 22:41:33 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:41:55 But you don't want them thinking they can take liberties... they need to know when they should keep their mouths shut Mar 30 22:42:04 * MollyK nods Mar 30 22:43:03 We have several days ahead to refine it. I was springing the bad news, it can be reinforced now through either myself or Claudia. But should we not give them the benefit of the doubt? Mar 30 22:44:59 Yes of course... Mar 30 22:45:24 ... but I do not understand sailors and men as you do Mar 30 22:46:21 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:46:26 aye Mar 30 22:47:41 * MollyK looks up at him Mar 30 22:48:00 Will they be awful? Mar 30 22:48:21 I don't think so love... they had a look about them that said they really don't want to disappoint you Mar 30 22:49:33 * MollyK nods Mar 30 22:49:35 Good Mar 30 22:51:06 * MollyK puts the paper on his chest to look at without having to leave his arms. Her brows raise Mar 30 22:51:29 What's that love? Mar 30 22:52:19 I asked Betuana to draw out what people commonly wear Mar 30 22:52:27 Right... Mar 30 22:53:30 It's... well, you can see *she shows him, watching his expression over the paper's edge* Mar 30 22:54:23 Well... thats... a lot. Mar 30 22:54:31 * MollyK giggles Mar 30 22:54:42 I rather think it's not much at all! Mar 30 22:55:28 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:55:30 Indeed Mar 30 22:55:56 It's worse than you thought? Mar 30 22:56:38 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:56:39 Much Mar 30 22:57:17 Oh dear... *she taps the bottom pictures* although, I like this outfit for Hafenlohr next summer Mar 30 22:57:29 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:57:32 aye Mar 30 22:58:11 Inga will be desperate to see this, are you ready to go back? Mar 30 22:58:32 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:58:34 Yes love Mar 30 22:59:06 * MollyK goes on her tiptoes to kiss him gently "thank you for being here to support me" Mar 30 23:00:17 Thats alright my love Mar 30 23:01:28 * MollyK smiles, holding his hand to go on to the study. It's nearly six o'clock already. In here HH is feeding Amir with the cup, and Inga is mooning over him Mar 30 23:02:42 * MollyK looks to Inga "I've got the sketches!" Inga looks excited, HH abandoned so they can sit at the desk and pour over them Mar 30 23:02:49 * MollyK is now known as HH Mar 30 23:03:03 * HH looks to Morgan "how'd it go, man?" Mar 30 23:03:12 She had them eating out of her palm Mar 30 23:03:22 * HH grins Mar 30 23:03:36 You sound proud, man Mar 30 23:04:41 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:04:43 I am Mar 30 23:05:21 * HH nods "wanna tell me how it went?" He smiles at the baby in his arms a minute Mar 30 23:05:38 *Varick is nowhere to be seen* Mar 30 23:06:16 Where's Varick? Mar 30 23:06:58 Went t' bed a couple o' minutes ago Mar 30 23:07:15 Thats early... Mar 30 23:07:19 *Molly and Inga are giggling* Mar 30 23:07:36 He was tired from buildin' the crib Mar 30 23:07:46 * Morgan nods slowly Mar 30 23:07:50 Alright... Mar 30 23:08:06 Crew took it well? Mar 30 23:08:15 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:08:47 Few mutters about magic, as expected... she managed to get them feeling like... they don't want to disappoint her... Mar 30 23:09:41 * HH winces Mar 30 23:09:42 Ouch Mar 30 23:10:38 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:11:05 Couple of times if it had been me or Claudia, we'd have told them to shut up but... she just sort of played along, all innocent like Mar 30 23:12:30 Ahh man. Proper little politicker you married, eh? Mar 30 23:13:19 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:13:24 She's very good at it Mar 30 23:14:59 * HH watches her and Inga, smiling "we're lucky guys" Mar 30 23:15:36 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:15:37 Yes we are Mar 30 23:18:21 Still gon' need to keep an' eye on them though. Once they get some drink in them, hot weather, not much to do, no brothels... Mar 30 23:18:48 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:19:16 Yep. I'm going to make sure its known that not only will they face Capperlucian justice, they'll then answer to me Mar 30 23:19:43 * HH nods Mar 30 23:20:17 M: If you get to pick, I think you should have this one, your bubbies would look huge! Mar 30 23:20:33 * HH looks at Morgan, raising his eyebrows Mar 30 23:21:13 You wait til you see what they'll be wearing... Mar 30 23:21:18 *Inga giggles* Even my negligee isn't this skimpy! Mar 30 23:21:40 M: Oh some of mine is skimpier! *she then blushes* Mar 30 23:21:56 * HH chuckles, watching his best friend Mar 30 23:22:26 * Morgan blushes Mar 30 23:22:32 She isn't wrong though Mar 30 23:23:01 Would give y' a high five, but... *he nods at the almost asleep baby* Mar 30 23:23:33 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:23:38 Its a wonderful feeling isn't it Mar 30 23:24:13 I: I like the back... Molly giggles: what back?! *they both start laughing* Mar 30 23:24:28 * HH nods "yeah, man" Mar 30 23:25:32 * HH looks to Morgan "you want him back?" Mar 30 23:26:37 * Morgan smiles, nodding Mar 30 23:26:50 I do, but... I'm reluctant to take him from yuo Mar 30 23:28:29 * HH gently hands him over Mar 30 23:28:45 I wanna get a look at what's amusin' our lassies Mar 30 23:29:05 * Morgan nods, rocking the little boy gently Mar 30 23:30:19 *Amir is mostly asleep, yawning a little. HH goes over, looks at the paper, nodding* niiiiice... *he turns it over* where's the rest of it? Mar 30 23:30:47 *Molly and Inga giggle, and he looks to Morgan* Mar 30 23:31:10 * Morgan looks at them Mar 30 23:31:21 There isn't any 'rest of it' Mar 30 23:33:56 * HH frowns a little "I knew it was gonna be not a lot, but that's almost nothing" Mar 30 23:34:33 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:34:35 yep Mar 30 23:35:15 * HH kisses Inga's crown "Think we'll hafta have a lil think about it, lil darlin" Mar 30 23:35:58 [wow, I don't think I've seen Heinzharold be quite so husbandly before!] Mar 30 23:36:06 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:36:51 *Inga nods "Yes, Heinzharold"* Mar 30 23:38:03 * HH looks it over again "women gon' be walking around like that, an' the crew gotta not even be looking?!" Mar 30 23:38:26 Best tell him, love, what the rules are Mar 30 23:38:47 *Molly explains it to Heinzharold and Inga* Mar 30 23:39:21 * HH shakes his head "Sorry t' tell ya, but it's a bloody tall order" Mar 30 23:39:37 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:39:38 Yes it is Mar 30 23:40:00 I: Why though? *she directs it to Morgan* Mar 30 23:41:45 Because men in general aren't very good at regulating their behaviour Mar 30 23:42:17 I: can't you teach them? You're good at not staring at women Mar 30 23:43:26 * Morgan shrugs Mar 30 23:44:03 Perhaps. But their behaviour is long ingrained, men in general think they can do what they want and, for the most part, they aren't corrected in that Mar 30 23:44:44 M: do we ask for a separate dock and just confine them all to the area around it? Mar 30 23:45:50 Not after we've told them they're welcome to explore Mar 30 23:46:16 *Molly looks troubled and sad* I've messed everything up... Mar 30 23:47:10 No love, you haven't at all. Mar 30 23:47:16 * Morgan glares at HeinzHarold briefly Mar 30 23:48:33 * HH looks confused, but strokes Molly's hair "hey now, don' worry, it'll be alright..." Mar 30 23:50:04 We'll spend the next few days keeping that idea of not disappointing you or their mothers in their heads, and I'll get a rumour put about about how badly -I'll- react if they let us down Mar 30 23:50:20 *Molly sighs heavily* Yes, my love Mar 30 23:50:46 * Morgan scowls Mar 30 23:51:37 They trust you, my love. That you are willing to take our children means a great deal and reassured them. Mar 30 23:52:53 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Mar 30 23:56:56 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client)