**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Mon Apr 17 09:17:50 2023 Apr 17 09:17:50 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 17 09:31:17 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 17 09:32:00 * Morgan nods, lounging on the couch Apr 17 09:32:02 Are you? Apr 17 09:32:18 I am relieved your situation with Heinzharold has resolved well Apr 17 09:33:45 * Morgan nods Apr 17 09:34:00 I really thought he'd be... upset... angry... but he wasn't fussed Apr 17 09:34:10 * MollyK smiles Apr 17 09:34:33 It's -Heinzharold-. He doesn't take much very seriously Apr 17 09:34:54 * Morgan shrugs Apr 17 09:35:03 I think you underestimate him... Apr 17 09:35:09 Oh? Apr 17 09:36:50 He's all happy go lucky until something serious happens... after Elsie, he was immediately all business, planning... Apr 17 09:37:23 * MollyK shrugs Apr 17 09:37:42 Maybe he did not consider this as big a deal as we did? It is rather long ago Apr 17 09:37:51 * Morgan nods Apr 17 09:39:02 I wonder if your Father has been fully informed... Apr 17 09:39:17 Well... mother certainly knew Apr 17 09:39:27 He will be livid Apr 17 09:39:35 Why so? Apr 17 09:40:50 Sonnenshien left her husband and three children to be mistress to our ancestor. Not only is that infidelity, his great grandmother was a commoner, and his grandmother born on the wrong side of the blanket Apr 17 09:41:11 The... blanket... Apr 17 09:43:03 * MollyK smiles Apr 17 09:43:48 Ahhhh, it is an Avalonian euphemism, not an Eisen one! To be born on the wrong side of the blanket means to be illegitimate. Born outside of the marriage bed Apr 17 09:44:14 Ah. I see. Yes, that will rankle him Apr 17 09:44:20 * MollyK nods Apr 17 09:44:46 Thankfully we are much too far away to have to deal with it! Apr 17 09:45:05 No doubt he will save up his ire for my return Apr 17 09:45:47 I rather think he'll be busy complaining that I am not with child... or that we have a child that is not by blood Apr 17 09:46:22 -that- complaining will not go on for long Apr 17 09:46:32 * MollyK nods Apr 17 09:47:43 I may argue that he is mine by milk. If you never give them more blood, nothing happens. If you never give them more milk, they do not survive. Therefore, milk seems more important... *she smiles playfully* Apr 17 09:48:25 I'd rather you don't... Apr 17 09:48:42 No? Apr 17 09:49:58 No... I'm used to dealing with his ire, I'd rather it not be directed at you Apr 17 09:51:33 * MollyK shrugs Apr 17 09:51:40 I'm not afraid of your Father Apr 17 09:51:50 I know. That isn't the point. Apr 17 09:52:10 It gives you an opportunity to protect me, in a husbandly manner? Apr 17 09:53:31 No... well, it does but... I would rather be the target of his displeasure than any of you Apr 17 09:53:46 * MollyK nods Apr 17 09:54:05 I will keep the details of my nursing to myself then Apr 17 09:54:21 * Morgan nods Apr 17 09:54:22 Thank you Apr 17 09:54:39 I will probably have ceased by the time we see him Apr 17 09:55:05 Its not -that- far away Apr 17 09:55:25 No, but we agreed I would do it for the duration of our travels Apr 17 09:55:54 As long as you have stopped so it doesn't interfere with conceiving in autumn... Apr 17 09:56:40 If my courses were to return to normal before I stopped nursing, you would permit me to continue? Apr 17 09:57:08 * Morgan nods Apr 17 09:57:11 I see no reason not to Apr 17 09:57:36 * MollyK nods Apr 17 09:57:53 What matters is having a baby as soon as possible? Apr 17 09:58:11 * Morgan nods Apr 17 09:58:12 yes Apr 17 09:59:04 * MollyK smiles "we can only wait and see. It is exciting that Inga seems to be heading for a full return of fertility so soon" Apr 17 10:00:54 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:01:21 Yes, it is... I'm happy for them Apr 17 10:01:34 * MollyK nods Apr 17 10:01:41 And how useful it will be! Apr 17 10:02:05 Oh? Apr 17 10:03:55 I will be able to use my magic to learn far more about the process of increasing and birth Apr 17 10:04:18 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:04:27 I was wondering how soon you might be able to detect it Apr 17 10:05:41 We will find out, hmm? Apr 17 10:05:58 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:06:01 I suppose we will Apr 17 10:06:23 I know that I can discover the sex from between the third and fourth month, but not before Apr 17 10:06:50 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:07:46 I knew Jarvie was increasing just before the third month, but by then two courses would be missed, and there would be tiredness and tenderness as usual Apr 17 10:08:59 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:09:16 I suppose we'll just have to wait and see Apr 17 10:09:37 * MollyK nods Apr 17 10:10:14 We will. I do so hope for them that they have a babe in arms before the year is out Apr 17 10:10:40 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:10:45 Yes... so do I Apr 17 10:12:37 And Jarvie will have her baby by the time we get back. That is exciting too Apr 17 10:13:50 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:14:02 I'm hoping they'll be around... I want to talk to Holzheim... Apr 17 10:14:12 After his Father? Apr 17 10:14:18 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:15:41 * MollyK nods Apr 17 10:15:54 I wonder what he will make of it all Apr 17 10:16:25 * Morgan shrugs Apr 17 10:16:29 I've just... no idea Apr 17 10:16:59 * MollyK nods "a nobleman, an opera singer, and a secret society" Apr 17 10:17:17 * Morgan blinks Apr 17 10:17:26 that... I hadn't... damn Apr 17 10:17:47 Mmhmm Apr 17 10:19:00 It isn't quite the same, but... and Grendlik was present in it, right at the beginning, as a staff member of the Opera House Apr 17 10:19:22 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:21:26 I wonder where he went... Apr 17 10:22:38 His father? Apr 17 10:23:08 Yes Apr 17 10:24:40 well... I want to ask the Nieblungen for something, so we could ask them Apr 17 10:25:13 You want them to speed up when we conceive? Apr 17 10:25:42 No, they've already said that might break their agreement Apr 17 10:26:58 What are you wanting then, my love? Apr 17 10:27:14 A couple of swords Apr 17 10:27:28 It'd be quicker to ask Heinzharold Apr 17 10:27:36 He can't work dracheneisen Apr 17 10:27:46 * MollyK 's brows raise Apr 17 10:28:01 What do you want them for? Apr 17 10:28:22 * Morgan looks at her strangely Apr 17 10:28:36 Conducting an orchestra... Apr 17 10:29:34 * MollyK sticks her tongue out at him Apr 17 10:29:42 * Morgan laughs Apr 17 10:29:51 And I want some bracers made of it too Apr 17 10:30:29 Yes, the violinists will be able to see them quite well from their spot at the front. Apr 17 10:30:43 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:30:45 Indeed Apr 17 10:31:11 Do you think they'll give it to you? Apr 17 10:31:23 * Morgan shrugs Apr 17 10:31:29 I don't know Apr 17 10:33:22 We will see, I suppose Apr 17 10:33:30 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:34:02 How do you feel about our impending arrival? Apr 17 10:34:22 * Morgan shrugs Apr 17 10:34:38 Restless... I don't like that we will be apart so much... or that I will have no involvement Apr 17 10:35:25 I will miss you. But the island is not so big that you won't be able to tell where I am most of the time Apr 17 10:36:03 I know... but even so Apr 17 10:36:50 You'd rather be walking in the sand, swimming in the pool, and disappearing behind the waterfall with me? Apr 17 10:37:03 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:37:03 Yes Apr 17 10:38:04 I am earning the Grafdom. This is what we've been waiting for for months... however, I'd rather be on holiday than working Apr 17 10:39:02 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:39:08 Oh well... its not too long Apr 17 10:39:51 Only a week. And you'll have me all day Thursday Apr 17 10:41:29 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:43:00 You should get some sleep, my love Apr 17 10:43:23 Maybe. I reckon I'll be in bed by half after midnight Apr 17 10:44:34 Is that a prediction or a hope? Apr 17 10:46:05 Both I suppose Apr 17 10:46:14 * MollyK nods Apr 17 10:46:24 You do not wish to sleep now? Apr 17 10:46:41 I suppose I best had, just in case I'm wrong Apr 17 10:47:23 * MollyK nods, kissing his cheek "I'll tell you about my dream another time" Apr 17 10:49:07 * Morgan nods Apr 17 10:49:10 Alright my love Apr 17 10:49:51 I'm going to get things packed and ready for going to our house. I will let you sleep Apr 17 10:50:53 * Morgan nods, finishing the drambuie and stretching out on the couch Apr 17 10:51:39 * MollyK watches him a moment before smiling "sweet dreams, liebling" Apr 17 10:52:16 * Morgan smiles Apr 17 10:52:21 I'll see you about half midnight Apr 17 10:52:46 We shall see *she goes through to the bedroom* Apr 17 10:53:19 * Morgan sighs, closing his eyes Apr 17 10:53:58 *what he actually dreams is climbing a high climbing wall, the blue dragon saddled and on a ledge high up, but the climb never seems to end. He's woken by the cat at half after eleven* Apr 17 10:55:28 * Morgan fusses the cat for a few minutes before getting up, listening at his bedroom door Apr 17 10:56:20 * MollyK sounds to be asleep Apr 17 10:57:18 * Morgan collects his things, heading to the galley for coffee before heading up on deck Apr 17 10:58:04 *Sorgi and Claudia are both up there. Despite it being almost midnight, it's hot enough that neither has a coat or waistcoat Apr 17 10:58:46 * Morgan grumbles as he approaches them, looking at Claudia Apr 17 10:58:51 You're meant to be asleep Apr 17 11:08:09 * MollyK is now known as Claudia Apr 17 11:08:11 So are you Apr 17 11:08:39 -I'm- not on watch in four hours Apr 17 11:08:49 * Claudia shrugs Apr 17 11:08:54 I've done worse Apr 17 11:10:09 Yes, well, there's a reason I didn't let Sorgi do a double shift... Apr 17 11:10:33 Are you going to complain the whole four hours? Apr 17 11:11:30 No, when its obvious she won't move I'm going back to bed Apr 17 11:11:35 * Morgan smiles brightly Apr 17 11:12:30 You're very sure of that Apr 17 11:13:09 She's never done it so close to land before... though I could be wrong tonight Apr 17 11:13:20 * Claudia nods Apr 17 11:15:39 *The crew have the anchor up, nothing to do when there's going to be no unfurling. Midnight comes, Sorgi watching his pocket watch, and everyone waits* Apr 17 11:15:58 * Morgan glances at Sorgi before telling him the exact time Apr 17 11:16:08 S: yes it is Apr 17 11:16:31 *two minutes pass, then two more, and The Rose does nothing* Apr 17 11:16:46 * Claudia mutters "fucks sake" Apr 17 11:16:56 * Morgan smiles Apr 17 11:17:24 Should've stayed in bed, Claudia Apr 17 11:17:38 Ugh, shut up. So should you. Apr 17 11:17:56 * Morgan shrugs Apr 17 11:18:09 I will be in a bit... and I'll sleep til not long before dawn... Apr 17 11:18:25 Okay? Apr 17 11:18:39 What time you gotta be back on duty? Apr 17 11:18:44 Four Apr 17 11:18:59 Oh... that is quite soon... barely a nap for you then... Apr 17 11:19:32 * Claudia shrugs "not everyone can handle it anymore. It's a shame you got so soft" Apr 17 11:20:00 Shut your mouth, dickhead Apr 17 11:21:08 * Claudia laughs, punching his arm Apr 17 11:22:03 S: *he looks around* she's always moving by now. Both of you, go to bed. Apr 17 11:23:58 * Morgan checks the time Apr 17 11:24:25 *It's almost ten past* Apr 17 11:25:34 Aye cap'n Apr 17 11:26:06 S: I want you both navigating the shallows with me. It's good experience Apr 17 11:27:32 * Morgan nods Apr 17 11:27:36 Understood Apr 17 11:28:03 * Claudia goes below with him Apr 17 11:28:16 Night then Apr 17 11:28:53 * Morgan gives her a small salute Apr 17 11:28:55 Sleep well Apr 17 11:28:59 And you Apr 17 11:30:22 * Morgan nods, heading back to his cabin, quietly undressing and getting gently into bed Apr 17 11:30:40 * Claudia is now known as Molly Apr 17 11:30:45 * Molly doesn't stir Apr 17 11:32:21 * Morgan settles down to sleep Apr 17 11:32:29 *he starts to dream, it doesn't have the sharp clarity as a path would, but nor is it completely hazy. He's in the village hall in Sudlachenburg, a tenants' meeting. Adalbrecht is talking on and on at the front. On a chair on the stage, he's sat beside the heavily pregnant Molly, a few weeks from due. Her dress is tucked in under her bump, her Apr 17 11:32:29 breasts swell and fall at her neckline, ones that have once more started to yield a little milk to his mouth when he sucks her nipples. Apr 17 11:32:29 **Most tormentingly, she hasn't put on any perfume, so this close all he can smell is her skin, her pregnancy. It means he's had to endure an hour of being able to smell it, hard, achy, and madly aroused, having to rest an arm on his thigh as a shield. A busy morning means he hasn't had her since last night, far longer than he would normally risk Apr 17 11:32:29 it, and it's almost lunchtime. She looks calm and sweet, just gently holding his hand. Apr 17 11:32:29 [Are you alright, my love?] Apr 17 11:33:38 [yes love] Apr 17 11:34:41 * Molly smiles at him [you look frustrated...] Apr 17 11:34:56 [you know full well why] Apr 17 11:35:22 * Molly looks back to Adalbrecht talking to the crowd Apr 17 11:35:43 [It shouldn't be more than fifteen more minutes here, then another twenty until we're back in the Veisgraf wing. Can you manage that long?] *the prospect of more than half an hour more of this seems like torture* Apr 17 11:35:56 [I'll have to] Apr 17 11:37:00 ACTION 's slight lip quirking is the only thing that gives her away [you could go on out, nip behind that big oak tree across the path and bring yourself off, my love. Everyone is busy here, you wont be interrupted] Apr 17 11:37:00 * Received a CTCP from Molly (to #7thsea) Apr 17 11:37:21 [No, I don't think so] Apr 17 11:38:17 * Molly shifts a little, gently pressing on the top of her bump Apr 17 11:38:35 [it would help your current problem though?] Apr 17 11:38:52 [For a few minutes perhaps] Apr 17 11:39:17 [unless we sneak out together, hmm?] Apr 17 11:39:35 [I think my father would notice] Apr 17 11:40:02 [best sit out then, and hope it doesn't get worse?] Apr 17 11:40:08 Put* Apr 17 11:40:26 [I suppose so] Apr 17 11:40:47 [do you have an alternate suggestion?] Apr 17 11:41:29 *it's warm, and she gets out her fan, which only serves to make the scent of her stronger to him* Apr 17 11:42:07 * Morgan frowns Apr 17 11:42:12 [no... I haven't] Apr 17 11:43:16 * Molly nods, her thumb stroking his hand. Adalbrecht talks on and on, and she fans on and on, and he has to wait on and on Apr 17 11:45:09 *Eventually, Adalbrecht seems to be finishing, and looks to Morgan* A: would the Veisgraf like to come up and say anything? Apr 17 11:45:32 * Morgan shakes his head Apr 17 11:45:35 No, thank you my lord Apr 17 11:46:08 *Adalbrecht brings the meeting to a close, and people start to file out* Apr 17 11:46:36 [we have the carriage...] Apr 17 11:46:56 [thank god] Apr 17 11:47:11 [you're suffering?] Apr 17 11:47:44 [yes, very much] Apr 17 11:48:12 *Adalbrecht comes over* that went well Apr 17 11:48:38 * Morgan nods Apr 17 11:48:41 * Molly stands up, placing herself in front of Morgan a little as a shield Apr 17 11:48:55 * Morgan stands slowly behind her Apr 17 11:49:37 A: I'm leaving my horse with Lars to reshod, I will join you in the carriage Apr 17 11:49:48 [oh dear lord] Apr 17 11:50:22 Yes my lord Apr 17 11:51:07 A: I just need to speak to one more person, and I will be ready to set off in about five minutes Apr 17 11:51:34 * Morgan nods Apr 17 11:51:36 alright Apr 17 11:51:40 * Molly nods "We will wait in the coach, my Lord" Apr 17 11:52:33 * Molly takes him out the back way by the hand, talking quietly "This is not ideal!" Apr 17 11:52:43 No. Its not. Apr 17 11:53:22 *there's only one old groom waiting with the carriage, and all he gives them is a brief nodding, knowing Morgan will help her in Apr 17 11:53:54 * Morgan offers his hand, helping her in Apr 17 11:54:31 * Molly smiles, waiting til he's in before quickly dropping the blinds Apr 17 11:54:53 It's sunny, it'll keep the glare off... Apr 17 11:55:04 * Morgan nods Apr 17 11:55:44 * Molly pulls him to her by a handful of his shirt and kisses him Apr 17 11:56:37 * Morgan kisses her hard Apr 17 11:58:34 * Molly matches it, pressing as close as she can whilst sat beside him, which, given her belly, is not as close as she wants. She grips his shoulder with the other hand Apr 17 11:59:02 * Morgan pulls away Apr 17 11:59:06 this... is not helping... Apr 17 11:59:17 * Molly smiles Apr 17 11:59:30 No, but it's delicious... Apr 17 11:59:42 * Morgan nods Apr 17 11:59:43 Yes it is Apr 17 12:00:09 * Molly sits back a little, getting out the fan again Apr 17 12:00:13 We'll have to sneak past the nursery and the parlour... Apr 17 12:00:30 * Morgan nods Apr 17 12:00:42 I'm pretty good at sneaking... you'll have to waddle though Apr 17 12:00:52 * Molly giggles Apr 17 12:01:33 You say that as if it is a bad thing, not one more thing that enflames your passions... Apr 17 12:02:16 The waddling itself isn't something that increases it... Apr 17 12:02:53 No? It's this? *she runs her hand down her stomach whilst opening the fan* Apr 17 12:03:46 * Morgan nods Apr 17 12:03:48 yes Apr 17 12:04:17 * Molly nods. The fanning in the enclosed space definitely makes it worse Apr 17 12:05:00 Do you want to carry my cloak on your lap? Apr 17 12:05:14 * Morgan nods Apr 17 12:05:17 I think thats wise Apr 17 12:05:31 * Molly hands it over Apr 17 12:05:46 I'll even keep my hands out from under it Apr 17 12:06:25 * Morgan smiles Apr 17 12:06:30 I'm both relieved and disappointed Apr 17 12:06:45 Oh really? *she smiles* Apr 17 12:07:31 * Morgan nods Apr 17 12:08:22 * Molly makes a quick brush of her palm and a gentle grasping squeeze of him before moving her hand away with a smile "twenty minutes to the house, five to get upstairs..." Apr 17 12:08:52 * Morgan groans Apr 17 12:09:03 Lets hope no-one else wants to get in the way... Apr 17 12:09:12 * Molly watches him, pupils widening Apr 17 12:09:40 Otherwise it'll be on the staircase as soon as the bottom door is shut? Apr 17 12:10:01 * Morgan nods Apr 17 12:10:03 quite Apr 17 12:10:52 * Molly smiles, chastely kissing his cheek "I look forward to it" Apr 17 12:11:55 * Morgan nods, settling on the seat Apr 17 12:12:37 *Adalbrecht opens the door, and sits on the opposite side* We'll want the windows down, it's hot and sticky in here Apr 17 12:13:04 As you wish Apr 17 12:13:08 [not as hot and sticky as it would have been if he'd kept his damned horse!] Apr 17 12:13:39 [quite so] Apr 17 12:14:05 *Adalbrecht undoes the windows, but the direction of the breeze means Morgan's even more encompassed by that scent of her* Apr 17 12:15:13 * Morgan frowns, picking at his thumb Apr 17 12:15:48 * Molly holds Morgan's other hand, fingers interlinked with his Apr 17 12:16:59 *Adalbrecht talks a lot. Molly responds, leaving Morgan free to just try to manage his desire. The trip back seems very long* Apr 17 12:19:03 *finally they pull up at the coachyard. The groom opens the door and Adalbrecht gets out, then carefully helps Molly out* Apr 17 12:19:25 * Morgan follows them out, her cloak draped over his arm in front of him Apr 17 12:19:56 A: Shall we go to see Verity and take tea? Apr 17 12:20:20 It was very warm, I'm sure Molly and I would like to freshen up first father Apr 17 12:21:08 A: *he nods, grudgingly* it's always a problem when they are increasing Apr 17 12:22:09 [is he saying I smell bad?!] Apr 17 12:23:00 [ask him, I'd like to see his reaction] Apr 17 12:23:40 * Molly smiles "My Lord, one hopes you are not implying I smell bad!" Apr 17 12:24:31 *Adalbrecht laughs* No, not bad. There is just a different, detectable scent with a pregnant woman that seems stronger in heat Apr 17 12:29:22 [well... he's definitely not wrong] Apr 17 12:29:42 * Molly smiles "We will come soon, my Lord" Apr 17 12:30:30 *Adalbrecht inclines his head, missing the mischievous glance she gives Morgan once his Father's back is turned* Apr 17 12:30:41 Very, very soon... Apr 17 12:31:15 * Morgan nods, taking her by the hand and leading her purposefully to the veisgraf wing Apr 17 12:32:53 *The small hall is empty, a door leading off to the ground floor servants quarters, stairs leading up to the first floor suite that is the Veisgraf Wing proper. Once inside with the door shut, she immediately kisses him again, harder to stretch up when her belly makes her further away Apr 17 12:33:37 * Morgan moans into her mouth Apr 17 12:34:15 * Molly kisses him firmer, her hand over his crotch again Apr 17 12:34:52 *she smells even more noticeable this close* Apr 17 12:36:12 I need you Apr 17 12:36:52 * Molly nods "I can feel that" she squeezes gently Apr 17 12:38:09 * Morgan nods Apr 17 12:38:15 Come on, lets get you somewhere comfortable Apr 17 12:38:22 *he hears whistling from the top half of the stairs before it turns on the half landing* Apr 17 12:38:51 * Molly says quietly "would that comfortable place be deeply around you, mon petit chou?" Apr 17 12:40:02 * Morgan scowls, looking up the stairs Apr 17 12:40:31 *HH comes sauntering down* Hey, yer back already Apr 17 12:40:56 Already? Apr 17 12:41:01 * Molly once more positions herself to conceal him Apr 17 12:41:23 HH: figured you'd get caught up down there chattin' Apr 17 12:41:55 No... listen man, we need... ten minutes to ourselves... Apr 17 12:42:28 *HH chuckles* Like, ten minutes for a chat in th' parlour, or... Apr 17 12:42:47 Or... definitely or Apr 17 12:43:36 *HH nods, heading back upstairs* We'll take all th' kids out f' a walk. Say an hour, we'll be back f' lunch? Apr 17 12:43:54 Thanks man Apr 17 12:43:57 * Molly walks, or rather waddles, up the stairs Apr 17 12:44:49 *HH checks the coast is clear before waving them past, whispering* Stay quiet for five minutes til we're all cleared out, yeah? Apr 17 12:45:06 * Morgan nods, ushering Molly past him Apr 17 12:45:59 * Molly sneaks on through to their bedroom. HH grins $no perfume...$ Apr 17 12:47:40 * Morgan shakes his head Apr 17 12:48:23 $see you later$ Apr 17 12:49:11 * Morgan nods, patting him on the shoulder before following Molly Apr 17 12:49:17 *he can faintly hear HH talking enthusiastically to a group of excited children* Apr 17 12:49:40 * Molly is in their room, undoing her dress already Apr 17 12:50:34 * Morgan quietly locks the door, moving to help her remove her dress Apr 17 12:52:05 * Molly lets him fully undress her, until she's in all her naked, pregnant glory. She smiles "so, my love, you have me all to yourself for an hour... will you need that long?" Apr 17 12:52:58 No, absolutely not Apr 17 12:54:02 You have enough restraint to undress yourself? Apr 17 12:54:23 * Morgan shrugs Apr 17 12:54:27 Its a close run thing right now Apr 17 12:55:44 * Molly takes a step back, touching her own skin in slow, gentle caresses, watching him "undress, my love, I would feel your skin all over mine..." Apr 17 12:56:39 * Morgan rapidly pulls his clothes off Apr 17 12:57:31 * Molly looks him over, particularly the part of him he's struggled to keep under control "mmmhmmm... that's what I like to see" Apr 17 12:59:30 * Morgan nods, staring at her body Apr 17 13:00:26 * Molly smiles, moving her stroking to her breasts and belly "what are you waiting for, my love?" Apr 17 13:01:38 * Morgan moves to her Apr 17 13:01:47 Contemplating logistics... Apr 17 13:02:25 * Molly smiles "it isn't like the old days where you could have me wherever and whenever, hmm?" Apr 17 13:04:22 No, it isn't Apr 17 13:05:10 * Molly wraps her arms around his neck, the bottom curve of her belly squishing his erection between them "I could go on top, but I suspect that's not going to quite give you what you've been needing for hours, hmm?" Apr 17 13:05:50 No, probably not Apr 17 13:08:25 * Molly kisses him softly, all her skin warm on his "shall I stand and balance with the footboard and you can have me from behind?" Apr 17 13:09:59 * Morgan nods Apr 17 13:10:08 If you think you can stay steady... Apr 17 13:10:29 * Molly smiles Apr 17 13:10:42 Will I need to brace firmly, my love? Apr 17 13:10:58 * Morgan nods Apr 17 13:11:01 Yes, I think so Apr 17 13:12:35 * Molly looks pleased rather than afraid, and takes herself to the end of the bed, indeed bracing. Bent over, he gets a nice view of the convex shape her pregnancy makes in her middle. She smiles Apr 17 13:12:49 Do you need to position the mirror as you like it? Apr 17 13:13:11 * Morgan nods, doing so before moving behind her Apr 17 13:14:00 * Molly watches him in the reflection, smiling as she pulls her braid out of the clip holding it up Apr 17 13:14:16 I am ready as soon as you are Apr 17 13:15:38 * Morgan nods, moving and pressing himself into her, bottoming out in one slow stroke Apr 17 13:16:27 * Molly arches her back, and he can see the pleasure and relief in her expression "oh that's good!" Apr 17 13:16:56 * Morgan nods, starting to pick up a rhythm, thrusting deeply into her over and over Apr 17 13:18:37 * Molly needs only a few thrusts before she's tensing around him, pushing back eagerly as she moans loudly. Heinzharold must have taken the children beneath the window, because he can hear a baby grizzling Apr 17 13:19:22 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 17 13:20:19 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 17 13:20:46 * Morgan nods, doing so before moving behind her Apr 17 13:20:46 * Molly watches him in the reflection, smiling as she pulls her braid out of the clip holding it up Apr 17 13:20:46 I am ready as soon as you are Apr 17 13:20:46 * Morgan nods, moving and pressing himself into her, bottoming out in one slow stroke Apr 17 13:20:46 * Molly arches her back, and he can see the pleasure and relief in her expression "oh that's good!" Apr 17 13:20:49 * Morgan nods, starting to pick up a rhythm, thrusting deeply into her over and over Apr 17 13:20:51 * Molly needs only a few thrusts before she's tensing around him, pushing back eagerly as she moans loudly. Heinzharold must have taken the children beneath the window, because he can hear a baby grizzling Apr 17 13:21:17 * Morgan grunts, his rhythm faltering Apr 17 13:21:52 M: It's alright, she's with Heinzharold Apr 17 13:22:59 * Morgan nods slightly, watching her face as he reacquires the rhythm, blowing out slowly Apr 17 13:23:33 * MollyK smiles "That's it, it feels amazing!" Apr 17 13:25:25 * Morgan nods, thrusting hard into her as he starts to swell further Apr 17 13:25:37 *he wakes up, very hard and with that lingering scent of her pregnant and the warm sunshine in the Veisgraf Wing in his mind. He's curled up behind her in the bed, face already buried against her hair. He can also hear the baby fussing a little* Apr 17 13:26:23 * Morgan groans, rolling onto his back Apr 17 13:26:40 * MollyK stirs "hmm?" Apr 17 13:27:15 * Morgan speaks quietly Apr 17 13:27:21 Amir is fussing... Apr 17 13:28:02 * MollyK takes a deep breath, trying to wake up a bit Apr 17 13:28:15 He does that sometimes then goes back to sleep Apr 17 13:28:34 * Morgan nods, waiting Apr 17 13:29:09 *the baby quietens a little, then stops* Apr 17 13:29:22 There we are... Apr 17 13:29:27 * Morgan nods Apr 17 13:29:38 Sorry... I'd not have woken you if I'd realised Apr 17 13:30:24 It's fine, my love. How long til dawn? *it's a little more than an hour* Apr 17 13:30:51 About an hour. Apr 17 13:31:10 * MollyK nods, turning over to cuddle into him Apr 17 13:31:17 Do you need to go already? Apr 17 13:31:57 I should, really... Apr 17 13:32:12 * MollyK sighs "alright, my love" Apr 17 13:33:28 * Morgan cuddles her, kissing her forehead Apr 17 13:33:59 * MollyK nuzzles against his chin before gently kissing his neck Apr 17 13:35:40 * Morgan sighs happily Apr 17 13:36:05 * MollyK smiles against his skin before doing it again Apr 17 13:36:22 Do I detect a lingering reluctance to part from me today? Apr 17 13:37:19 * Morgan nods Apr 17 13:37:21 You do Apr 17 13:37:58 * MollyK kisses him a little higher on his neck Apr 17 13:38:10 That is most pleasing in a husband Apr 17 13:38:35 * Morgan nods Apr 17 13:39:41 Should I send you on your way, or will we discuss what is most pleasing in a wife? Apr 17 13:40:10 * Morgan sighs Apr 17 13:40:31 I should get up... get coffee and go harass Claudia for a bit Apr 17 13:40:47 I agree only with the first bit... Apr 17 13:41:32 * Morgan laughs quietly Apr 17 13:43:01 * MollyK nips him gently before moving away "I don't think we'll have quiet hour in Capperlucia... or at least, I won't be with you for your quiet hour..." Apr 17 13:43:37 No... I can't say that pleases me Apr 17 13:44:00 No... you'll have to settle for pleasing yourself... Apr 17 13:44:08 * Morgan shrugs Apr 17 13:44:10 I'll just wait Apr 17 13:44:38 * MollyK kisses him gently "you'd best go then..." Apr 17 13:45:57 * Morgan nods, sighing Apr 17 13:46:11 I don't imagine there'll be much done today once we are docked Apr 17 13:48:38 I have no idea. Were you hoping this Duchess-cum-ambassador will realise that the sailor she's spent a four week trip with is delicious enough to yield to, and ravish me before I have to do my duty? Apr 17 13:50:03 That'd be nice... and we could spend some time together just wandering the beach Apr 17 13:50:59 * MollyK nods "mmhmm... I'd like to spend all day exploring..." Apr 17 13:51:36 * Morgan nods Apr 17 13:52:20 * MollyK sighs "go on then, my love" Apr 17 13:53:00 * Morgan nods, kissing her before climbing out of bed and pulling his clothes on, stopping with his shirt in his hands Apr 17 13:53:30 * MollyK says quietly "the new ones are all on the chair" Apr 17 13:53:51 * Morgan nods, going to get a sleeveless shirt Apr 17 13:54:18 * MollyK settles back down in the bed "I'll be up soon" Apr 17 13:54:45 Alright love. Sorgi wants me to be there navigating the shallows for the experience Apr 17 13:55:17 I will see you later then, I'll be thinking of you Apr 17 13:55:53 * Morgan nods before leaving the room, following his usual route via the galley and up on deck Apr 17 13:56:05 * MollyK is now known as Claudia Apr 17 13:56:47 * Claudia and Heinzharold are both there. It's really warm and only just half light Apr 17 13:57:18 * Morgan sips his coffee, wandering towards them Apr 17 13:57:53 * Claudia looks him over Apr 17 13:58:00 Hot? Apr 17 13:58:32 *HH chuckles* Reck'n Inga would say so Apr 17 13:59:11 Wasn't quite ready to go without a shirt yet Apr 17 14:00:02 * Claudia nods Apr 17 14:00:13 It's been getting warmer for hours Apr 17 14:00:39 Its bullshit is what it is Apr 17 14:01:10 HH: Someone should write a complaint, man Apr 17 14:01:24 * Morgan nods Apr 17 14:01:32 I'll ask the ambassador to appeal for some snow Apr 17 14:01:53 HH: it's like th' opposite o' Graben Apr 17 14:02:11 * Morgan nods Apr 17 14:02:23 They're snowed in apparently. You tell Claudia about Sonnsenshien? Apr 17 14:03:01 No, he was telling me that he's no longer having to try to make babies this month! Apr 17 14:03:41 * Morgan nods Apr 17 14:03:51 Not sure I'd give it up for this month in his place... Apr 17 14:05:57 HH: Still gon' swive her, but not gon' worry if the cream doesn't go in th' bun Apr 17 14:06:14 * Morgan closes his eyes, shaking his head slightly Apr 17 14:06:16 Oh for fucks sake. Too much information! Apr 17 14:06:35 *HH grins* Apr 17 14:07:36 * Morgan sighs, opening his eyes Apr 17 14:07:42 I'm sure he does it just to get a reaction from you Apr 17 14:07:54 Probably. He's a dick. Apr 17 14:08:16 * Morgan shrugs Apr 17 14:08:23 Yeah, but I'm all protective of him Apr 17 14:08:42 Dicks have got to stick together Apr 17 14:09:16 HH: *he nods slowly* they prob'ly would... gets a bit tacky... Apr 17 14:10:40 Alright, piss off over there Apr 17 14:10:45 * Claudia looks at Morgan "Four weeks of sailing, it'd be bad to throw him overboard just a few hours out, wouldn't it?" Apr 17 14:11:01 Stick him in a boat and tow it in? Apr 17 14:11:19 Could send him up the nest... Apr 17 14:12:20 Thats a good idea Apr 17 14:12:58 * Claudia does so. HH seems cheerful enough about it Apr 17 14:13:17 Who is Sonnenshien then? Apr 17 14:14:01 My great great grandmother Apr 17 14:14:26 * Claudia nods Apr 17 14:15:03 Alright? Apr 17 14:15:11 And his great great great grandmother Apr 17 14:15:16 Whose? Apr 17 14:15:18 * Morgan hoiks a thumb at HeinzHarold Apr 17 14:15:32 You're related?! Apr 17 14:15:59 And Dietlinde's great great great great grandmother Apr 17 14:16:09 That's a bit weird Apr 17 14:16:33 * Morgan shrugs, sipping his coffee Apr 17 14:17:02 Maybe it explains why you all got on Apr 17 14:17:26 No, thats because I'm the life of the fucking party Apr 17 14:18:11 * Claudia snorts Apr 17 14:18:23 Sure you are Apr 17 14:18:29 .me nods Apr 17 14:18:35 Glad you agree Apr 17 14:19:26 Oh definitely (!) Apr 17 14:19:36 * Morgan smiles, sipping his coffee Apr 17 14:19:46 I still vote for sticking him in a boat and towing it Apr 17 14:20:35 But he's your... third cousin once removes Apr 17 14:21:06 Thats why we'll let him take a book, so he won't be bored Apr 17 14:27:17 We could send him to your study with the other children Apr 17 14:27:54 Good idea, that... Apr 17 14:28:56 * Claudia nods Apr 17 14:29:19 And he can see his favourite thing down there Apr 17 14:29:44 But those are my apples Apr 17 14:30:41 They're family apples now Apr 17 14:32:00 Ah, so I can get my hands on Inga's... Apr 17 14:32:25 It'd take more than one pair of hands Apr 17 14:32:57 Noticed, have you? Apr 17 14:33:09 Only the blind haven't Apr 17 14:33:44 That is a fair point Apr 17 14:34:50 * Claudia nods Apr 17 14:35:30 I think it'll be about ten that we get there Apr 17 14:35:43 * Morgan nods Apr 17 14:36:04 Thats not bad... it'd be earlier if she'd moved last night, not that -that- was going to happen Apr 17 14:37:14 * Claudia rolls her eyes Apr 17 14:37:36 I was hoping she'd wipe the smirk off your face Apr 17 14:38:24 * Morgan shrugs Apr 17 14:38:54 Too big a risk to do it last night... she wouldn't put us in danger like that, otherwise she'd have wandered off during the storm Apr 17 14:39:16 Guess so Apr 17 14:39:57 I had faith in my girl Apr 17 14:41:46 * Claudia smiles "she's been a good ship" Apr 17 14:41:57 * Morgan nods Apr 17 14:42:16 You seen the berth? They were clearly not expecting anything this big to float Apr 17 14:43:07 * Claudia nods Apr 17 14:43:22 Smaller than I'd like Apr 17 14:43:48 * Morgan nods Apr 17 14:43:51 Going to be a challenge Apr 17 14:44:02 * Claudia grins "yes it is" Apr 17 14:45:27 * Morgan shrugs Apr 17 14:45:29 Not our problem Apr 17 14:45:59 Your problem on the way out Apr 17 14:47:31 Maybe I'll delegate that task to a more experienced man Apr 17 14:47:54 You wouldn't dodge it like that Apr 17 14:48:24 * Morgan sighs Apr 17 14:48:31 No, I probably wouldn't Apr 17 14:49:12 Which means going in is your problem too Apr 17 14:49:33 I don't follow that Apr 17 14:50:01 You 'll do better getting out if you helped get her in Apr 17 14:50:26 You're rather ruining my morning, you know that? Apr 17 14:51:48 * Claudia shrugs, smiling "oh well " Apr 17 14:52:26 * Morgan looks toward the horizon Apr 17 14:53:04 Eager to get on land? Apr 17 14:53:22 * Morgan shrugs Apr 17 14:53:25 Looking forward to swimming Apr 17 14:54:40 Won't you be too busy with the children whilst your wife works? Apr 17 14:55:20 They'll be with me... Apr 17 14:56:27 I'll do my best to keep an eye on her Apr 17 14:56:38 * Morgan nods Apr 17 14:57:24 I know you will. I'm more worried for her emotional wellbeing than her physical if I'm honest Apr 17 14:57:53 Why? Tell me you're not at odds again?! Apr 17 14:58:32 God no... she's worried she'll let me down, let Faulk down... I've reassured her, but I don't imagine its going to ease her mind for long. Apr 17 14:59:46 * Claudia nods Apr 17 15:00:13 Spoken to Inga? She can keep a better watch than me Apr 17 15:01:14 Going to in a bit. It only occurred to me last night Apr 17 15:01:33 * Claudia nods Apr 17 15:01:56 Alright Apr 17 15:02:55 * Claudia goes to get the anchor up, and they're already on the move when the sun comes up Apr 17 15:03:29 * Morgan wanders the deck, checking in with the crew before standing near the prow Apr 17 15:05:34 *Everything goes peacefully, but it gets warmer in the time they're sailing. Sorgi is back on deck at eight, a fresh watch too, and UliUli has also appeared in the sky, though is not approaching the ship* Apr 17 15:05:38 * Claudia is now known as Sorgi Apr 17 15:05:45 Good morning, m'lord Apr 17 15:06:16 Captain Apr 17 15:07:24 Are you ready for the more difficult bit? Apr 17 15:08:00 To observe? Aye captain Apr 17 15:08:36 * Sorgi nods "shadow me, ask any questions you have" Apr 17 15:09:20 * Morgan nods Apr 17 15:09:21 alright Apr 17 15:10:06 *As they progress, the weather gets warmer, their progress slower and more careful, and eventually the man in the nest calls the sighting of land* Apr 17 15:10:36 * Sorgi chuckles "Been a while since we've heard that, m'lord" Apr 17 15:11:00 * Morgan smiles Apr 17 15:11:03 Earlier than expected too Apr 17 15:12:14 * Sorgi nods "she's fast" Apr 17 15:12:29 Epecially in the dark it seems Apr 17 15:14:56 *a while later the sea starts to turn clearer, and with a spy glass he can see the promised white sands, bright blues shores, and unusual frondy trees. They pick through the shallows as they go, and soon he can see the dock. Behind it on the beach seems to be a sizeable crowd of people. It's so warm now that he wouldn't want to be in a proper Apr 17 15:14:57 shirt, and his trousers feel very warm Apr 17 15:16:17 * Morgan mutters, moving back near Sorgi Apr 17 15:17:05 * Sorgi is giving orders, working hard Apr 17 15:20:35 * Sorgi has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 17 15:38:42 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 17 15:40:14 * Morgan pays close attention to his orders, questioning them where necessary Apr 17 15:44:32 *it is hard work, physically and mentally taxing, but Morgan hear the cheering from the shore when they turn The Rose for her rest. It 's big enough, all the smaller boats are pulled up above the tide line. Sorgi gives the command for the gangplank to be set, the ship snug Apr 17 15:45:03 S: There we are, m'lord. First trip to Capperlucia Apr 17 15:45:08 Well done captain Apr 17 15:45:30 [We are arrived] Apr 17 15:48:26 *he inclines his head. The gangplank goes down with a thump. They're not disturbed in mooring her, the crowd of several hundred watching. They have the same sort of colouring as Betuana does, and the clothing is just as drawn, but there are lots of colours and patterns on the cloth. Apr 17 15:48:46 [Alright, I'll get the others. Gosh it's warm!] Apr 17 15:49:32 [Its distressingly warm. Do you want me to come down to fetch you all?] Apr 17 15:49:50 [yes, that'd be nice] Apr 17 15:50:29 Will you excuse me captain? I think my wife would like me to accompany her Apr 17 15:50:41 S: Of course, m'lord Apr 17 15:51:08 * Morgan inclines his head, going below Apr 17 15:51:25 [Shall I let Betuana know on my way?] Apr 17 15:51:53 [yes please] Apr 17 15:52:02 * Morgan goes first to their cabin, knocking Apr 17 15:52:08 Come in Apr 17 15:52:14 * Morgan goes inside Apr 17 15:52:35 Your majesty, we have arrived, the ship is moored and the gang plank is down. How do you wish to proceed? Apr 17 15:53:40 B: *she's dressed as she was yesterday* we will go on ahead, then if you wish to come onto the beach the people will be pleased to see you Apr 17 15:54:09 * Morgan nods Apr 17 15:54:18 I think that would be best for the ambassador, yes. Apr 17 15:54:54 *Betuana thanks him. Xsarlac looks very happy* X: Thank you for all this, Morgan Apr 17 15:55:19 * Morgan smiles Apr 17 15:55:41 I'm glad I could bring you home my friend. We'll see you before we leave? Apr 17 15:56:30 X: I will be serving as a translator between my people and Molly, I will definitely see you before you go home Apr 17 15:57:45 * Morgan nods Apr 17 15:58:09 Good. *he smirks slightly* I'll send you an invoice for the trip to the empire Apr 17 15:59:09 X: yes, we will have it settled up before you leave Apr 17 15:59:43 * Morgan chuckles Apr 17 15:59:56 I was joking... a new thing coming from me, I know. Apr 17 16:00:29 *Xsarlac nods, smiling* I see Apr 17 16:00:43 B: We will pay for our transportation home Apr 17 16:02:34 I'll leave that between you and my wife, your majesty. I think we'll be down to the beach shortly Apr 17 16:03:13 B: *she nods* thank you Apr 17 16:07:30 ACTION is ready when he gets there. She is wearing similar to what Betuana had been, her mid-calf short sleeve shift belted at the waist. He can just make out her lightest shortest stays for her bust, and what might be the white silk panties she'd worn beneath her wedding dress now under the shift. Her hair is pinned up to let the breeze reach her Apr 17 16:07:30 neck. Inga is dressed similarly. Heinzharold and Varick are both just in lightweight breeches, and Emil is in a nappy cloth and long lightweight vest. They all look very different than usual Apr 17 16:08:08 * Morgan sighs briefly Apr 17 16:08:30 Betuana is going on ahead... we are welcome to go down to the beach where we will be greeted, apparently... Apr 17 16:08:50 * MollyK squares her shoulders, chin up Apr 17 16:09:08 Alright, let's be quick, I want to see her welcomed home Apr 17 16:09:14 * Morgan nods Apr 17 16:09:20 Come on then, your ambassadorship Apr 17 16:09:49 * MollyK smiles, kissing his cheek "Mr Ambassador..." Apr 17 16:10:23 *HH picks up Emil, Varick bounding around excitedly* Apr 17 16:10:31 * Morgan smiles, going to hold the door open Apr 17 16:10:44 V: We're here! We're going on the beach! Apr 17 16:11:07 [what do you think of my outfit?] Apr 17 16:11:15 [It looks good on you] Apr 17 16:11:38 [but you'd like it more off me, later?] Apr 17 16:11:50 [indeed. Lets concentrate shall we?] Apr 17 16:14:24 * MollyK leads the way up on deck. The crew do glance at both her and Inga, but aren't leering. His little family watch from the deck as Betuana and Xsarlac descend and walk barefoot across the sand to massive cheers and hollers of the people, making whoops of joy. Molly smiles at Morgan Apr 17 16:14:33 So worth it... Apr 17 16:14:45 * Morgan nods Apr 17 16:14:59 When she mentions paying for their transport, this moment may be worth remembering... Apr 17 16:15:26 If she wants to pay, I won't give offence by turning it down Apr 17 16:15:44 * Morgan nods Apr 17 16:16:01 We're out of pocket seventy guilders for the cart and camels... Apr 17 16:17:40 *Four people come out of the crowd. One is a boy of about ten, another a woman much like Betuana with a big feathery headdress, another woman so pregnant the baby could come anytime, and another woman a little more like Xsarlac. The returning couple are surrounded in the happy embraces of their children, reunited after five long years* Apr 17 16:18:40 * MollyK smiles warmly. There's a very faint sound, hard to hear about the celebration, of a windchime Apr 17 16:19:05 * Morgan frowns briefly Apr 17 16:19:31 * MollyK looks at him "damned windchime." Apr 17 16:19:50 * Morgan nods slightly Apr 17 16:20:12 Are you ready to go on down there? Apr 17 16:22:21 * MollyK takes a deep breath, then smiles Apr 17 16:22:25 Yes, I am Apr 17 16:22:59 * Morgan nods, guiding her over to the gangplank Apr 17 16:24:15 * MollyK looks thoughtful a moment before she walks down in, head held high. He feels that he could detect her thoughts Apr 17 16:24:38 * Morgan tries Apr 17 16:25:09 *she is thinking: don't trip, don't trip, don't trip. Smile. You are confident, capable, warm, and open* Apr 17 16:26:10 * Morgan moves closer, speaking quietly Apr 17 16:26:23 You've got this my darling. I'm proud of you. Apr 17 16:26:41 * MollyK smiles "thank you, my love" Apr 17 16:28:39 *The people cheer for her too, lots of smiles and waving. The beach is warmer than the ship, but there's a decent breeze. It is stunningly beautiful. When Betuana comes over, she is the one in the feathery headdress* Apr 17 16:30:59 B, in Capperlucian: May I present my children to you? Crown Princess Riyah, Princess Debas, Princess Atta, And Prince Talis. Children, this is Ambassador Molly Koertig, and her husband Morgan. Apr 17 16:31:30 $Veisgraf, Duke, saver of the world...$ Apr 17 16:33:00 *True to what they were told, everyone here hugs as the normal culture, and so he is hugged by four women and a boy. They all seem as welcoming as meeting new family members, and thank them profusely for bringing their mother home* Apr 17 16:33:22 [is Husband not your dearest held title, my love?] Apr 17 16:34:32 HH: $you're just a man, man$ Apr 17 16:34:57 $Maybe I won't save Capperlucia out of spite, since I'm just a man$ Apr 17 16:35:48 *More introductions are made, including Inga, Heinzharold, and the children. More hugs are given* Apr 17 16:36:30 $I'm just gonna keep my mouth shut and serve my wife$ Apr 17 16:36:47 $Yeah. Good plan$ Apr 17 16:37:53 *Xsarlac is off to one side with a group of men. Most are shirtless, a couple wear the thin chest wrapping that denoted those who are nursing* Apr 17 16:40:04 * MollyK gets introduced to lots more people, adults, children and the elderly, many of whom have small gifts for her. She smiles and chats and comes across as very confident, capable, warm and open. Inga is with them, carrying the things, and so Morgan ends up with Heinzharold who has Emil on his hip Apr 17 16:40:10 * MollyK is now known as HH Apr 17 16:40:26 Seems t' be goin' well so far Apr 17 16:40:35 * Morgan nods, watching her with obvious pride Apr 17 16:40:39 I think so Apr 17 16:41:03 * HH pats his arm "she's come a long way, man" Apr 17 16:41:39 Hundreds of miles Apr 17 16:42:06 * HH rolls his eyes. Xsarlac comes to them Apr 17 16:42:58 * Morgan bows his head Apr 17 16:43:01 Your highness Apr 17 16:43:48 Xsarlac smiles: It's been arranged for clothes for you all to be taken to the ship, and lunch will follow. After that, you can either walk or row to the house. We thought you might want the afternoon to settle in. Apr 17 16:44:22 -row- to the house? Apr 17 16:45:20 X: it is along the coast, it's not much difference to have a few men row the two miles rather than walk or use donkeys Apr 17 16:46:11 I think after the last couple of weeks the walk will do us good... and yes, I think the afternoon to settle in would be very gratefully received Apr 17 16:46:56 X: *he looks to his family* it is good to be home Apr 17 16:47:26 You will be taking the afternoon to reconnect? Apr 17 16:47:52 X: yes we will. Tomorrow will be soon enough for the work to begin Apr 17 16:48:09 * Morgan nods, motioning him away from the others Apr 17 16:48:20 *Xsarlac goes with him* Apr 17 16:48:50 You recall how Colonel Dau reacted to the possibility of magic? Apr 17 16:49:37 *He nods* I do Apr 17 16:49:41 * HH is now known as Xsarlac Apr 17 16:50:34 It is a common reaction among my countrymen... While it is common for your people to have it, and the crew will managed to deal with that I expect... finding out one of their own has some ability would cause great issues... Apr 17 16:50:56 * Xsarlac nods Apr 17 16:50:58 Yes? Apr 17 16:52:01 I need somewhere to practice... could you think of somewhere suitably private where it won't be noticed if I do something... loud... Apr 17 16:52:55 At your house. It is not close enough to any of the towns or villages to have been lived in for a long time. It was our holiday home Apr 17 16:53:19 It has enough space to do that? Apr 17 16:54:01 I wouldn't do it indoors, but there is much outdoor space Apr 17 16:54:15 * Morgan nods Apr 17 16:54:51 Thank you my friend... I think we'll double that with advising the crew to stay away from the property Apr 17 16:55:32 * Xsarlac nods Apr 17 16:56:18 As you can see, there is plenty of beach for them to use and enjoy, and the main town is due south from here just five minutes walk Apr 17 16:56:27 * Morgan nods Apr 17 16:56:32 You have a beautiful home Apr 17 16:57:23 * Xsarlac nods, smiling "it has been three years I've trudged through Theah Main looking for her. There is no place to me as beautiful" Apr 17 16:58:19 * Morgan nods, looking round, speaking with his old, gruff, Avalonian tone Apr 17 16:58:23 Still too bloody hot Apr 17 16:58:31 * Xsarlac smiles Apr 17 16:58:39 I am finally defrosting Apr 17 16:59:43 *HH is trying to get his attention* Apr 17 17:00:19 * Morgan laughs Apr 17 17:00:23 Excuse me, my friend wants me Apr 17 17:00:52 *xsarlac goes back to the men* $you have to see this girl I just saw!$ Apr 17 17:01:26 * Xsarlac is now known as HH Apr 17 17:01:57 * HH still has Emil on his hip Apr 17 17:02:10 $Am I about to have to confine you to the ship?$ Apr 17 17:02:50 $no, but man... you gotta see$ Apr 17 17:02:59 $alright...$ Apr 17 17:03:22 $stood with queenie and our wives$ Apr 17 17:04:04 * Morgan looks over Apr 17 17:05:43 *The woman stood with them has dark hair but her skin is a bit fairer than most of the others. She's in her late thirties, her top sleeveless but covering her stomach, her skirt mid calf rather than knee length. She has a book under her arm, and has a serious, scholarly sort of look. She's very pretty. She is also very petite and about four feet Apr 17 17:05:44 ten* Apr 17 17:06:15 $Oh we're going to have a problem there$ Apr 17 17:06:24 * HH chuckles Apr 17 17:06:44 Auntie Claudia is going to lose her mind, isn't she, kid? Apr 17 17:07:17 *Emil chuckles as well, watch HH* Apr 17 17:08:01 [My love, do you wish to meet the translator who is staying on the Rose whilst we're here?] Apr 17 17:08:18 * Morgan wanders over Apr 17 17:08:29 * HH is now known as Molly Apr 17 17:10:43 * Molly smiles "My love, this is Uinise, she is Capperlucia's expert on Theah Main. Uinise, this is my husband, Morgan" This unusual name is pronounced Win-eece. Like her unusual name, the woman doesn't hug him as is usual here, but inclines her head Apr 17 17:10:55 U: Pleased to meet you Apr 17 17:11:07 * Morgan smiles, also inclining his head Apr 17 17:11:12 likewise Apr 17 17:11:53 U: *she looks at his arms* Are your scars from some cultural initiation? Apr 17 17:12:20 * Molly manages not to react Apr 17 17:12:24 * Morgan sighs ever so slightly Apr 17 17:12:49 No. My late wife and child died in a fire.... -these- scars are the result of me trying to get to them. Apr 17 17:13:28 U: *she looks genuinely apologetic* I am sorry. I know of places that brand, I thought it might be that Apr 17 17:14:03 * Morgan inclines his head Apr 17 17:14:43 Thank you. Normally they would be covered but... its far too warm for that, despite the unease having them on show causes me Apr 17 17:15:24 U: I prefer extra modesty despite the heat Apr 17 17:15:41 * Morgan nods, tugging slightly at his shirt Apr 17 17:15:47 Hence why I've got this Apr 17 17:16:11 * Molly watches them a moment, but gets pulled away to meet someone new Apr 17 17:16:16 * Molly is now known as Uinise Apr 17 17:16:46 I look forward to my time on your ship to help and to learn more about Theah Main Apr 17 17:17:06 * Morgan nods Apr 17 17:17:45 You'll be made welcome. Have you ever travelled Theah Main? Apr 17 17:17:57 * Uinise shakes her head Apr 17 17:18:13 No, but my Grandfather was Castillean Apr 17 17:19:04 That explains your colouring. If things go well with the ambassador there will be ships visiting... travel might not be out of reach... Apr 17 17:19:13 * Uinise smiles Apr 17 17:19:34 That would be of interest to me. Who should I report to on the ship? Apr 17 17:20:12 * Morgan looks up at the ship Apr 17 17:20:45 I can introduce you to the Captain... Apr 17 17:21:06 * Uinise smiles "thank you" Apr 17 17:21:30 Now? Apr 17 17:21:39 I am available now Apr 17 17:22:05 Then if you'd come with me... Apr 17 17:22:12 * Morgan starts moving to the ship Apr 17 17:22:23 [I'm going to introduce Uisin to the captain love. I won't be long Apr 17 17:23:29 *Molly is very busy with the Capperlucians, Inga with her, Varick is already playing chase in the sand with the prince and some other children, and HH is stood with a group of men and Xsarlac. Apr 17 17:23:39 [of course, my love] Apr 17 17:23:54 * Morgan leads Uisin up the gang plank, looking for Sorgi or Claudia Apr 17 17:24:09 * Uinise is now known as Sorgi Apr 17 17:24:33 * Sorgi is overseeing some canvas bags being taken below Apr 17 17:24:50 * Morgan calls out to him, taking Uinise to him Apr 17 17:25:21 Captain... this is Uinise, our translator and the local expert on Theah Main Apr 17 17:25:36 * Sorgi inclines his head, speaking Eisen Apr 17 17:25:51 Good morning, welcome aboard Apr 17 17:27:33 U: Thank you, Captain. I will come to work every morning at seven, leave for an hour from one until two, and then return until nine. I will take meals with you. I would like to learn more about Theah Main from you Apr 17 17:27:54 * Sorgi nods, smiling "You will be made welcome" Apr 17 17:28:25 *the crew seem to all be looking at absolutely anything other than the small woman on their ship* Apr 17 17:29:27 * Morgan smiles slightly Apr 17 17:31:38 *There's the noise of boots coming up the stares. Unimpressed, Claudia-sounding boots. Uinise and Sorgi look in that direction, though Sorgi gives Morgan a look clear over the top of the short lady, one of amusement, and he rubs his chin like he is waiting for what is about to unfold* Apr 17 17:32:13 * Morgan smiles slightly, looking towards the noise Apr 17 17:35:07 *Claudia is still in her normal trousers, but on top she has one of the tops of Capperlucia that is straight around the chest with a ring in the middle. Even Morgan has only seen as much of her bare skin once, during the fight with the Ashkoven. She sounds cross, not noticing them until she has already said* C: The bloody things I do for my Apr 17 17:35:07 friends! I look completely...! *she stops in her tracks, taking in the three of them. She has all the definition of a fighter and sailor, but slightly more feminine* Apr 17 17:35:45 * Sorgi tries hard not to laugh, glancing at Morgan again Apr 17 17:36:21 * Morgan watches her seriously for a moment Apr 17 17:36:31 Claudia... come meet our translator... Apr 17 17:36:38 $Look how small she is$ Apr 17 17:36:50 $shut up, shut up, shut up Apr 17 17:37:15 $Its like I'm trying to talk to my waist$ Apr 17 17:37:31 *claudia comes over* Apr 17 17:37:57 $Five fucking minutes we've been here!$ Apr 17 17:38:19 $And the first thing I was asked was whether my scars were from an initiation$ Apr 17 17:38:34 U: *She watches Claudia, waiting for the introduction* Apr 17 17:38:49 $jesus wept$ Apr 17 17:38:57 Uisin, this is Claudia, one of the trainee captains and one of my closest friends Apr 17 17:40:04 U: *she inclines her head* pleased to meet you. Claudia is an old name from the country of Eisen, isn't it? Apr 17 17:40:25 C: *she nods* yes. Apr 17 17:41:18 Captain, would you set Uisin up in my cabin? She can use my study while she's onboard Apr 17 17:42:03 * Sorgi watches them before he looks to Morgan "I will, my lord. I've had the things from the Capperlucians put in there for your family. Do you have an itinerary for the day?" Apr 17 17:42:42 Once the celebrations have finished down there, we'll walk down to our house to settle in... thats about it I think Apr 17 17:43:33 * Sorgi nods "Very well. The crew will be squaring away and cleaning for a few hours. You will then be happy for them to spend time on the beach?" Apr 17 17:43:57 Of course. Lets let them relax, they've worked hard to get us here Apr 17 17:51:18 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 17 17:53:52 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 17 17:56:01 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 17 18:58:23 * Sorgi has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 17 19:19:26 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 17 19:25:46 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 17 19:41:52 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 17 19:43:23 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 17 19:45:42 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 17 19:47:00 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 17 23:19:45 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 17 23:19:47 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 17 23:20:01 * MollyK is now known as Uinise Apr 17 23:20:27 S: M'lord, do you want me to show Uinise your study? Apr 17 23:23:06 C: *she looks at Morgan* I'll walk you back to your wife. Apr 17 23:23:58 * Morgan nods Apr 17 23:24:41 Thank you for your hospitality, Morgan Apr 17 23:26:04 * Morgan smiles, inclining his head Apr 17 23:26:11 We'll talk more before we leave I'm sure Apr 17 23:26:24 * Uinise smiles "I'd like that" Apr 17 23:27:24 * Morgan nods Apr 17 23:27:35 Me too. *he looks to Claudia* shall we? Apr 17 23:28:36 * Uinise is now known as Claudia Apr 17 23:29:11 * Claudia waits until they're off the ship before she quietly says "Did you -pick- her?!" Apr 17 23:29:29 Would I do that to you? Apr 17 23:29:49 No... Apr 17 23:30:31 No. She is the local expert on Theah Main, and a translator, thats all. Apr 17 23:30:43 You would be tempted though, if you thought it would help me or make me happy. Apr 17 23:32:50 No... I might want to, but I wouldn't meddle like that. It crosses the line. Apr 17 23:33:00 * Morgan glances at her Apr 17 23:33:03 Its a violation Apr 17 23:33:22 * Claudia nods, fiddling with her top Apr 17 23:34:11 Why is it I am dressed like this, and she's covered all the way down to her waistband?! Stupid clothes. Apr 17 23:34:46 I don't know. She prefers modesty at the expense of coolness I think. You could do the same... Apr 17 23:35:09 I'm not welching on the deal I made. Apr 17 23:36:05 This *he gestures toward her* seems like a bigger deal than this *he gestures his arms* Apr 17 23:37:08 I'm setting the way and being a good example. It feels weird as fuck, but it's a lot cooler Apr 17 23:38:02 * Morgan smiles, looking at her Apr 17 23:38:08 You look like a fucking warrior Apr 17 23:38:20 * Claudia looks at him Apr 17 23:38:44 That's about the only pick up line that would ever work on me Apr 17 23:38:57 * Morgan smiles Apr 17 23:39:10 Not a pick up line... Apr 17 23:39:25 Well obviously. That would be disgusting Apr 17 23:40:18 Because I'm your baby brother Apr 17 23:40:37 * Claudia nods "you're the babiest brother" Apr 17 23:40:55 I'm the youngest... HeinzHarold is the babiest... Apr 17 23:42:09 * Claudia nods "true" Apr 17 23:42:45 I don't think you'll be welching on the deal to wear something like hers... Apr 17 23:43:06 * Claudia watches the people as they pass them. Some of the women are watching her, the men not at all Apr 17 23:43:46 Maybe. I would look fierce in that too, I suppose? Apr 17 23:44:18 * Morgan nods Apr 17 23:44:43 Not -as- fierce perhaps, but still... There is another option, though... Apr 17 23:47:16 What? Apr 17 23:48:03 You stay like that... Apr 17 23:48:24 * Morgan pulls his shirt over his head, tucking it into his waistband behind him Apr 17 23:49:38 * Claudia punches his arm Apr 17 23:50:13 Fucking make me cry right now and I'll beat you so black and blue no one can even see your scars Apr 17 23:50:23 * Morgan looks confused Apr 17 23:50:34 Why would you cry? Apr 17 23:50:48 Because I'm proud of you, you dickhead Apr 17 23:51:19 For taking my shirt off... Apr 17 23:52:12 *They're making their way towards Molly, Inga, Betuana and a few other women. The others are talking to Molly, but she is utterly oblivious, watching Morgan and Claudia Apr 17 23:52:27 You know it's not as simple as that, don't be an ass Apr 17 23:53:02 * Morgan nods, drawing a deep breath Apr 17 23:53:41 *The sun is hot, the breeze nice. People are looking, but no one looks horrified* Apr 17 23:54:19 Its important. -you- are important. Apr 17 23:55:01 * Claudia nods "we're important and complicated" Apr 17 23:55:15 Aint that the truth Apr 17 23:56:02 [God how I want to pull the rest of your clothes off and have you right here on the sand!] Apr 17 23:56:42 [Whatever for?] Apr 17 23:57:32 [because I am very proud of you, very attracted to you, and very in need of you] *Molly forces her attention back to her work, trying to remain focused on the task in hand* Apr 17 23:58:12 * Claudia looks around "It's actually kind of eerie that men aren't leering..." Apr 17 23:58:52 * Morgan not, blushing Apr 17 23:58:57 I was thinking much the same thing