**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Apr 19 00:00:08 2023 Apr 19 00:00:08 She's quiet Apr 19 00:00:20 She does seem reserved Apr 19 00:00:32 * Tuaan nods Apr 19 00:00:44 She's always been the odd one out in the family Apr 19 00:01:50 Oh? Apr 19 00:02:06 Nose in a book, head in the clouds Apr 19 00:03:00 * Morgan nids Apr 19 00:03:18 A bit of a dreamer then... Apr 19 00:03:56 * Tuaan nods Apr 19 00:04:06 Her grandfather was foreign Apr 19 00:04:32 Oh? Apr 19 00:04:52 I can't remember the place. Cast something? Apr 19 00:05:23 Castille Apr 19 00:05:30 * Tuaan nods Apr 19 00:05:33 That one Apr 19 00:06:21 That gave her curiosity about other lands? Apr 19 00:06:33 * Tuaan nods Apr 19 00:06:50 She was always asking about her parents Apr 19 00:07:18 Understandable Apr 19 00:07:25 * Tuaan nods Apr 19 00:07:43 He was stoned to death Apr 19 00:08:00 * Morgan stops Apr 19 00:08:22 Claimed he didn't do it on purpose? Something like that? Apr 19 00:08:37 * Tuaan shakes his head Apr 19 00:08:45 Outright confessed to rape Apr 19 00:09:04 * Morgan starts walking again Apr 19 00:09:05 Unusual Apr 19 00:09:11 * Tuaan nods Apr 19 00:09:53 Our grandmother said nothing. So he was convicted and killed. People don't lie here Apr 19 00:10:45 He gave no defence at all? Apr 19 00:10:53 * Tuaan shakes his head Apr 19 00:10:55 None Apr 19 00:11:41 [this story has a particular kind of odour to it] Apr 19 00:11:59 Peculiar Apr 19 00:12:47 [why did she say nothing? Surely she would either defend him if he was lying, or want to push for justice if it was true] Apr 19 00:13:46 [exactly what I was thinking] Apr 19 00:14:10 Why didn't your grandmother say anything? Surely she'd want to push for justice... Apr 19 00:14:39 I don't know. No one knows except Uinise Apr 19 00:14:55 She won't talk about it? Apr 19 00:15:46 No, but also we don't ask. He broke the rules that protect women and babies Apr 19 00:18:07 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 19 00:23:21 * Tuaan has quit (Ping Timeout) Apr 19 01:33:51 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 19 01:39:32 * MollyK has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Apr 19 09:36:50 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 19 10:27:49 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 19 10:28:29 * MollyK is now known as Tuaan Apr 19 10:32:45 ACTION seems relaxed talking with Morgan as if they have known each other a while. Varick goes a little ahead, not out of eye sight, and then comes back again repeatedly. Molly talks to Emil, describing things and pointing them out. His little family seem more at peace than he himself is. The track is not a difficult walk at all, the elevation Apr 19 10:32:46 giving nice sea views to their left, and a slope of vegetation to their right, the land rising towards the middle of the island Apr 19 10:34:30 I'd find that difficult. I strive to understand. Apr 19 10:35:22 It does not change that I love my cousin very much Apr 19 10:35:52 * Morgan nods Apr 19 10:37:01 good. She seems very nice. Apr 19 10:37:11 * Tuaan nods Apr 19 10:37:43 She hasn't chosen a man for approval. I don't think she will Apr 19 10:37:52 No? Apr 19 10:38:13 She doesn't want children, so she doesn't need one Apr 19 10:39:35 * Morgan nods Apr 19 10:41:47 Uinise says things are very different in Theah Main Apr 19 10:42:03 * Morgan nods Apr 19 10:42:19 Completely, yes. Apr 19 10:42:35 * Tuaan looks at the boys Apr 19 10:42:51 You didn't need to get approved to sire your children? Apr 19 10:43:07 * Morgan shakes his head Apr 19 10:43:44 Thats not how things are done. In noble circles marriages are often made for political advantage Apr 19 10:44:24 Who decides if a man is worthy for marriage and fatherhood? Apr 19 10:44:41 * Morgan shrugs Apr 19 10:45:35 No-one. It is... it is believed that nobility are better than their peers by their birthright. Generally speaking, that is. Apr 19 10:45:52 * Tuaan looks surprised Apr 19 10:46:26 If no one decides, how do you stop men who are not suited to fatherhood from being fathers? Apr 19 10:46:55 If I ever figure that out, I'll let you know. There is nothing stopping them. Apr 19 10:47:07 But what about the children?! Apr 19 10:49:27 In some cases they are treated wonderfully. In others, not so. My oldest son, we adopted him. My cousin treated him terribly, and the effects of that treatment still linger. Apr 19 10:50:02 * Tuaan looks very sad "that is a tragedy" Apr 19 10:50:18 * Morgan nods Apr 19 10:50:33 To look at him now, you wouldn't know it, I don't think. Apr 19 10:51:08 * Tuaan shakes his head Apr 19 10:51:21 No, he looks well-loves Apr 19 10:51:35 * Morgan nods Apr 19 10:52:08 I aspire to be a Father in the next few years Apr 19 10:52:28 * Morgan nods Apr 19 10:52:34 It is quite the adventure Apr 19 10:52:41 * Tuaan smiles Apr 19 10:52:53 I have almost completed my approval Apr 19 10:53:23 It is quite a task? Apr 19 10:54:00 Some things have been, but most of it is just doing good things and having a good character Apr 19 10:55:04 * Morgan nods Apr 19 10:55:10 Things all men should aspire to Apr 19 10:55:22 * Tuaan nods Apr 19 10:55:52 Many men waiting approval will be looking after the children when we go tomorrow Apr 19 10:56:59 It is not typical in my culture for children to be left with people the parents do not know well... *he frowns* actually, thats not entirely accurate... Apr 19 10:57:21 Your people are not all family? Apr 19 10:57:30 * Morgan shakes his head Apr 19 10:57:32 Absolutely not Apr 19 10:57:42 They are enemies? Apr 19 10:58:31 Not as such... some are, certainly, most are just... separate Apr 19 10:59:12 That is very different. People leave their children with people who are not family? Apr 19 10:59:59 Nobility have staff who look after the children... normal people tend to join with other families to share the responsibility Apr 19 11:00:54 * Tuaan nods "we look after children in groups until the girls go to school. Then we look after the older boys" Apr 19 11:01:38 * Morgan nods Apr 19 11:01:58 Schooling is only for children of nobility in the rest of Theah... and the clergy Apr 19 11:02:50 What is clergy? That isn't something we have here Apr 19 11:03:34 Religious orders... the faith in the rest of Theah is quite different from your own, and there are many branches that disagree on important factors Apr 19 11:04:39 That sounds like a lot of hard work Apr 19 11:05:04 My country had a war over which branch was correct... Apr 19 11:05:36 You fought with family over your shared goddess? Apr 19 11:06:28 Remember, we are not one big family... and we don't have a goddess, we have a god... the stupid thing is we believe in the same one, just in different ways we worship Apr 19 11:06:57 * Tuaan looks perplexed by this "Why does your god not tell you to stop?" Apr 19 11:07:26 Your goddess talks to you? Apr 19 11:07:42 Sometimes she appears to someone in dreams Apr 19 11:08:06 How do you know that isn't -just- a dream? Apr 19 11:08:30 * Tuaan mulls it over Apr 19 11:08:43 Normally the sand Apr 19 11:09:00 The sand... no, I'm sorry, I don't understand Apr 19 11:09:21 The person wakes in their bed with sand on their feet Apr 19 11:10:31 I see Apr 19 11:11:19 It doesn't happen often, but sometimes she will tell us where to plant, or when there is a big shoal of fish Apr 19 11:11:35 Thats helpful Apr 19 11:11:42 * Tuaan nods Apr 19 11:11:59 We do not have these religious officials. We don't need them Apr 19 11:12:20 * Morgan nods Apr 19 11:12:34 Your confusion about my cultures clergy is understandable then Apr 19 11:12:39 * Tuaan nods Apr 19 11:12:45 You have many of them? Apr 19 11:13:20 * Morgan nods Apr 19 11:13:43 In my country alone most towns have two separate churches, each with their own priest and support staff Apr 19 11:13:54 What do they do? Apr 19 11:16:44 Guide their congregations, lead them in prayer, act as gods representatives Apr 19 11:17:35 They need to help people talk to their god? Apr 19 11:18:58 Our god is... distant, lets say, in theory Apr 19 11:20:47 This is very different Apr 19 11:22:03 * Morgan nods Apr 19 11:23:00 Do your religious leaders tend the sick? Apr 19 11:23:52 Not as much as they're supposed to, no Apr 19 11:24:12 Do they build or hunt or teach? Apr 19 11:24:25 * Morgan sighs, shaking his head Apr 19 11:25:27 That is strange. Do they care for the home or children? Apr 19 11:26:06 No, they don't Apr 19 11:26:20 Their lives do not sound happy Apr 19 11:27:15 An awful lot of what drives people is their own advancement, the accumulation of wealth and power Apr 19 11:27:31 * Tuaan frowns Apr 19 11:27:38 They would not enjoy Capperlucia Apr 19 11:28:58 No, I doubt it. Too many people think of other people as their property... being here would challenge their beliefs too much Apr 19 11:29:16 Does it do that for you? Apr 19 11:29:31 * Morgan smiles slightly Apr 19 11:30:31 They are just differences to me. I'm nobility in my own country, but I don't see my people as property, or that I am better than them... it is my responsibility to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Apr 19 11:30:42 * Tuaan nods Apr 19 11:31:23 That's important Apr 19 11:31:44 *Varick is stood peering into the bushes* Apr 19 11:31:48 * Morgan nods Apr 19 11:32:09 I believe so, yes. Its not a widely held belief, but I'm working on that... what've you found Varick? Apr 19 11:32:22 V: Some really odd birds! Apr 19 11:33:02 Oh? Apr 19 11:34:32 * Tuaan heads that way, crouching to Varick's height to look, then he smiles at the boy "We call them Na'ani birds. Do you want to meet one?" Apr 19 11:35:42 *Varick nods. Tua'an pulls a few seeds from his pocket before making a calling whistle. Molly comes to stand beside Morgan* Apr 19 11:35:49 M: what have we seen? Apr 19 11:36:18 Some sort of bird Apr 19 11:41:32 *The bird that flies out and lands at Tua'ans feet is almost three feet long head to tail. It is mostly red with yellow, green and blue feathers down its wings like a rainbow, its tail likewise. It's face is cream, and it has very intelligent eyes Apr 19 11:41:58 *Varick looks to Morgan, mouth open* That is the best bird ever! Apr 19 11:42:09 its... beautiful Apr 19 11:42:49 They are very smart. They can learn words too Apr 19 11:43:22 *The bird eats from Tua'an's hand, not at all scared of people Apr 19 11:44:14 M: Look at the bird, Emil. Pretty bird! Apr 19 11:44:16 Its huge Apr 19 11:44:43 * Tuaan nods "there are some grey ones inland that are a bit bigger" Apr 19 11:45:29 * Morgan nods, looking out towards the water Apr 19 11:46:22 *As soon as the bird finishes, it half says, half squawks "food" Apr 19 11:46:32 V: Vati! I heard it talk! Apr 19 11:47:35 * Morgan looks back at it Apr 19 11:47:49 The bird... can talk... Apr 19 11:48:07 *The bird waits a moment before saying "food" again Apr 19 11:48:30 M: That is really quite extraordinary! Apr 19 11:48:56 Thats incredible Apr 19 11:49:09 * Tuaan puts some seeds in Varick's hand "keep your fingers flat, she will eat from your hand" Apr 19 11:49:44 *Varick crouches down, looking at the bird as she eats* Apr 19 11:49:50 E: Bah! Apr 19 11:51:17 *Molly gently rubs the baby's back, swaying a little from side to side* Apr 19 11:53:10 * Morgan watches Varick Apr 19 11:54:34 *the boy is smiling. This time when the seeds are gone she flies back into the trees* Apr 19 11:55:36 * Tuaan is now known as Varick Apr 19 11:55:47 * Varick takes Morgan's hand Apr 19 11:55:56 That was really good Apr 19 11:57:11 * Morgan nods Apr 19 11:57:16 What did you say? Apr 19 11:57:43 That we are very colourful to it, especially Mama's hair Apr 19 11:58:31 I suppose we are Apr 19 11:58:55 She likes seeds and fruit Apr 19 12:00:24 Can't blame her, the fruit we had was nice Apr 19 12:02:30 * Varick starts asking Tua'an all about the fruits they had, and their guide spends time explaining how they grow, what they're called, and answering questions. He is excellent with Varick, very patient and doesn't talk down to him Apr 19 12:03:02 [I think they should hurry up and approve him already!] Apr 19 12:03:37 * Morgan nods Apr 19 12:03:45 [I'm inclined to agree] Apr 19 12:11:18 *the rest of the walk is peaceful, the breeze slightly reducing the heat. The path begins to descend to the white sand again. It isn't a surprise that this part of the beach is just as in their dreams, a hammock tied between trees, the house set near the sandstone facing of the land. He knows that the waterfall and pool are just around the corner Apr 19 12:11:18 past the jetty where a little rowboat and oars await. The house is two storeys, but not very big. There's a swinging seat and some chairs on the front porch. The sea here is lovely, so clear, and the sand so white. The waves are fairly gentle, but it's so quiet that the noise of them is most clear, along size a slight rushing sound from the Apr 19 12:11:18 waterfall. It's absolutely empty except for their guide, though there is shutters open in the rooms of the house Apr 19 12:13:16 Quiet out here... Apr 19 12:14:01 * Varick is now known as Molly Apr 19 12:14:07 * Molly looks around Apr 19 12:14:17 It is as beautiful as I imagined Apr 19 12:15:25 T: There's no neighbours for a mile and a half. You have two staff, both can cook, clean, run errands or messages for you, and nurse Apr 19 12:15:43 * Morgan nods slowly Apr 19 12:18:57 T: Her Majesty said you are very self-sufficient and might not want them to stay. They both live off the path we came down, if you do not want them to stay all the time they will do what you say Apr 19 12:19:22 * Morgan nods Apr 19 12:19:28 I'm sure we can work something out with them Apr 19 12:23:06 T: Would you like the bags taking in and a tour of the house,or a tour of the waterfall, Ambassador? Apr 19 12:23:34 [oh gosh it is so odd when they want me to make a decision and not you!] Apr 19 12:23:50 [Best get used to it love] Apr 19 12:24:25 The house, please, Tua'an. We will explore the waterfall once we've settled in, thank you Apr 19 12:29:46 *He leads them inside. Both their staff are waiting, one man and one woman. The man has the narrow cloth that denotes he is nursing. His chest does look more like big pectoral muscles than like breasts. The woman is dressed much like the other woman. They both are smiley and welcoming, giving hugs. Tua'an introduces the woman as Laki, and the man Apr 19 12:29:46 as Pial. The main room they are in has plenty of sunshine. There's no glass in the windows, and small holes regularly set in the walls. It appears to be a parlour, there's wicker furniture and large floor cushions. And unsurprisingly, Morgan has been in this room in one of the very first dreams he went in Apr 19 12:30:12 Other women* Apr 19 12:30:52 [I've been here in my dreams] Apr 19 12:31:08 [Me too. it feels so familiar!] Apr 19 12:31:31 L: Can I get you drinks or food? Apr 19 12:32:54 * Molly pauses, automatically expecting Morgan to answer before she says "Yes, please. Coffee, and milk for Varick" Apr 19 12:33:34 V: do you have those bananas and the passionfruits please? Apr 19 12:34:37 P: *he smiles* We have those. We can make them into juice for you to drink too *Varick nods eagerly* yes please Apr 19 12:36:18 *Tua'an takes them through to the kitchen area that also has a table for eating at. It's quite an informal house, consistent with Xsarlac's comment that it was their holiday home before he gave it to Molly* Apr 19 12:36:41 T: the staff quarters are out there Apr 19 12:38:28 Not far... Apr 19 12:42:31 L: We can go home instead Apr 19 12:44:36 Do you have families? Wife, husband, children? Apr 19 12:44:51 L: I have a husband and twin boys Apr 19 12:45:18 P: I have four daughters *he looks very proud* Apr 19 12:45:33 [Perhaps they would like the spend their evenings with their families] Apr 19 12:45:41 [definitely] Apr 19 12:45:51 [Its rather up to you to say so love] Apr 19 12:46:23 * Molly smiles "We would enjoy the time the four of us. We have never been able to live like a normal family due to our station and travelling." Apr 19 12:47:05 P: *he looks to Morgan* Do you want us to make dinner, or shall I show you how to cook it? Apr 19 12:48:09 If you would cook tonight, then perhaps show me tomorrow? Its been a long day for us Apr 19 12:48:23 P: *He nods, smiling* Apr 19 12:49:13 * Molly smiles "After dinner, you can return to your families. Tomorrow, if you would come at an hour after dawn, that would suit us" Apr 19 12:49:52 T: I will come at two hours after to escort you to the town, Ambassador Apr 19 12:50:27 * Molly nods, smiling "Wonderful. Now, let's look upstairs" Apr 19 12:51:10 *Varick is immediately running back to the main room and up the stairs. Emil is getting fussy* Apr 19 12:52:28 [sounds like someone wants feeding again] Apr 19 12:53:11 * Molly gets Emil out. He's immediately reaching for Morgan Apr 19 12:53:34 What's wrong little man? Apr 19 12:54:42 *Emil looks happier now he can wave his legs and arms around, looking to where his brother went* Apr 19 12:55:52 Oh, you want to follow Varick? Apr 19 12:58:48 * Morgan carries him up the stairs Apr 19 13:02:02 *Tua'an carries the bags he has up when they go. There are two very warm rooms overlooking the beach and sea, shutters open. Again, there is no glass. Both rooms have big beds. He gently sets the bags down* the room at the back is shaded and cooler, there's a crib and a bed in there Apr 19 13:03:29 * Molly looks around, smiling "It's very nice. We will have a lovely time staying here. If you are going to see Her Majesty, please convey our appreciation and thanks" Apr 19 13:03:57 T: Are there any messages to send back to your ship? Apr 19 13:04:26 [are there?] Apr 19 13:05:16 [are we having Inga and HeinzHarold stay on the ship?] Apr 19 13:10:11 [that is up to you] Apr 19 13:10:27 I will write a note, thank you Apr 19 13:14:04 [Lets not let it fester longer than necessary] Apr 19 13:14:50 *Tua'an goes downstairs. Emil wants to be put down, and Varick is looking out of the window* Apr 19 13:15:23 [you are sure? We -can- manage the boys ourselves] Apr 19 13:15:56 * Morgan puts Emil down Apr 19 13:16:02 [I know we can.] Apr 19 13:18:55 *Emil looks happy crawling around whilst Molly writes a note* [I will send for them then?] Apr 19 13:19:05 * Morgan nods Apr 19 13:21:35 V: Why does the sea look like that? Apr 19 13:22:03 Like what? Apr 19 13:23:28 V: clear Apr 19 13:23:33 * Morgan shrugs Apr 19 13:23:36 I've got no idea Apr 19 13:26:16 * Molly hands him the finished note before starting to unpack Apr 19 13:26:45 * Morgan reads it briefly Apr 19 13:28:06 *it says "we want you to join us at the house tonight. Take the path left at the back of the beach, follow the path up and down until it goes down to a beach. It's the only house down here. You can't miss us. Molly" Apr 19 13:28:59 * Morgan nods, taking it down to Tua'an Apr 19 13:31:19 T: *he takes it* Thank you. Is there anything else I can do for the Ambassador? Apr 19 13:31:44 No, I think we'll be taking some time to settle in Apr 19 13:47:31 *he nods, saying goodbye. The two staff are in the kitchen, so he is left with the sound of the children upstairs and the waves* Apr 19 13:48:07 * Morgan listens for a few moments before going back upstairs Apr 19 13:48:51 *Varick is in the back room, Molly is feeding Emil on the bed* Apr 19 13:49:38 So, Mr Ambassador, what do you think of Capperlucia? Apr 19 13:49:45 Too hot Apr 19 13:49:53 * Molly laughs Apr 19 13:50:10 I suppose I should have expected that? Apr 19 13:50:35 * Morgan nods Apr 19 13:50:38 I think so love Apr 19 13:50:53 We'll go in the pool shortly? Apr 19 13:51:35 * Morgan nods Apr 19 13:51:37 I suppose so Apr 19 13:52:09 I'll get changed and we'll walk that way? Apr 19 13:52:34 * Morgan nods Apr 19 13:52:36 If you like Apr 19 13:52:52 I wouldn't expect them for several hours Apr 19 13:53:18 * Morgan nods Apr 19 13:53:19 aye Apr 19 13:53:36 Tua'an is nice, I like him Apr 19 13:53:43 * Morgan nods Apr 19 13:53:45 Seems nice enough Apr 19 13:53:58 Everyone is so warm Apr 19 13:54:07 Thats because its too hot Apr 19 13:54:17 * Molly smiles Apr 19 13:54:46 We won't be too hot in here tonight with the shutters open Apr 19 13:54:58 Surely creatures get in... Apr 19 13:55:37 I have no idea. Perhaps one of those Na'ani birds, coming to ask for food? Apr 19 13:56:19 * Morgan shrugs Apr 19 13:56:21 Maybe Apr 19 13:56:37 * Molly strokes Emil's hair Apr 19 13:57:01 The house will do us fine for the week Apr 19 13:57:11 * Morgan nods Apr 19 13:57:13 I reckon so Apr 19 13:57:26 Strange to think I might have lived here Apr 19 13:59:29 * Morgan nods Apr 19 13:59:35 Aye... Apr 19 13:59:48 * Molly smiles Apr 19 14:00:25 Hafenlohr might get this warm four or five days in a year Apr 19 14:01:15 * Morgan nods Apr 19 14:01:58 I suppose I'll get used to it Apr 19 14:02:06 * Molly nods Apr 19 14:02:23 I would think so. Do you wish to unpack Apr 19 14:02:49 * Morgan nods, starting to Apr 19 14:06:46 *there's three outfits for her in the Capperlucian style, three of their skirts for him, the same for Varick. Several pairs each of the tie-on underwear, and lots of the version of it that is padded like nappy cloths for Emil. There's also a big pot of cream, and some odd shoes that are mostly soles with straps. Their own bags contain some of their Apr 19 14:06:46 lighter regular clothing, as well as some books, Varick's bear, Emil's rattle, the mirrors, the expressing bottle and the cup. Their room has plenty of towels too Apr 19 14:08:03 * Morgan moves about the room, packing the things away Apr 19 14:08:14 * Molly burps the baby Apr 19 14:08:29 It would be very helpful if you could fill your nappy now Apr 19 14:10:10 Probably not going to happen then Apr 19 14:12:05 * Molly nods, smiling at the baby before laying him down to tickle him "You've been such a good boy" Apr 19 14:13:11 Looks like the boys will be in together... Apr 19 14:13:29 We can move the crib through Apr 19 14:14:24 * Morgan nods Apr 19 14:15:14 * Molly watches him Apr 19 14:15:24 If you wish, I mean Apr 19 14:16:22 Maybe see how it goes for a night or two... Apr 19 14:16:51 * Molly nods Apr 19 14:16:58 Varick would enjoy that Apr 19 14:17:34 Til he gets woken up overnight Apr 19 14:17:48 * Molly takes the vest off the baby, blowing raspberries on his belly Apr 19 14:18:01 Like he did you this morning? Apr 19 14:18:38 * Morgan nods Apr 19 14:20:02 It must have been time for you to get up anyway? Apr 19 14:20:15 *Emil chuckles, and she does it again* Apr 19 14:20:27 nearly Apr 19 14:21:09 That isn't too bad then. Vati was getting up anyway, wasn't he? Apr 19 14:21:45 *Emil gets a hold of her hair* Apr 19 14:23:22 * Morgan moves, looking out the window Apr 19 14:26:07 *the hammock swings gently in the breeze, something he hasn't slept in in a while, and never on a beach, despite his love of hammocks. But then, beaches for pleasure and not imminent military manoeuvres where also not common for him Apr 19 14:26:36 Ah hah! That's the face we were hoping for! Apr 19 14:27:22 Thats surprising Apr 19 14:27:29 What is? Apr 19 14:28:38 That he's cooperated so quickly... he normally likes to wait until its inopportune Apr 19 14:28:50 * Molly nods Apr 19 14:29:20 It's the perfect time for me to get dressed whilst you get him into the new nappy cloths... Apr 19 14:30:01 * Morgan sighs Apr 19 14:30:06 This is becoming I trend, I notice Apr 19 14:30:12 * Molly smiles Apr 19 14:30:23 You have the worst luck, my love Apr 19 14:31:06 *he can hear Varick go downstairs* Apr 19 14:31:23 * Morgan calls to him, asking what he's doing as he sets about getting Amir changed Apr 19 14:32:35 V: getting my drink Apr 19 14:33:10 * Molly starts undressing, window wide open but not right in front of it Apr 19 14:33:32 * Morgan nods, getting Emil changed Apr 19 14:33:53 * Molly stands completely naked a moment Apr 19 14:34:07 -this- is how to manage the heat best! Apr 19 14:34:17 Not likely Apr 19 14:34:28 * Molly giggles Apr 19 14:34:46 I'll get dressed then! Apr 19 14:36:27 *the nappy cloth is odd, but he runs the ties around in such a way that it is very secure whilst also giving Emil lots of freedom for his legs and hips. Meanwhile Molly ties on the underwear that is a similar cut* Apr 19 14:36:39 Oh! That works quite well Apr 19 14:37:33 * Morgan nods Apr 19 14:37:35 So it seems Apr 19 14:38:15 * Molly smiles, looking at the ties on her hips Apr 19 14:38:34 These would be no dissuasion for an enthusiastic fellow! Apr 19 14:39:21 No, they wouldn't Apr 19 14:40:51 * Molly does the top and then the skirt, Emil rolling over and crawling from the room before she is done Apr 19 14:41:14 * Morgan follows him closely Apr 19 14:43:06 *He crawls into the back room, not purposefully but just for the joy of crawling. Molly follows in a minute later. The little top does leave most of her arms, shoulders, and torso exposed above the skirt. She chews her lip* Do I look awful? Apr 19 14:44:13 You look wonderful love Apr 19 14:44:29 * Molly tries to wiggle it down a little Apr 19 14:44:39 It's going to take some getting used to Apr 19 14:44:52 * Morgan nods Apr 19 14:44:54 I imagine so Apr 19 14:46:32 * Molly nods. They get some of the cream on, towels taken, and go downstairs. Varick is sat in the kitchen chatting to the staff whilst drinking his drink. He's also in local clothing Apr 19 14:46:41 V: Vati, try this! Apr 19 14:47:26 What is it? Apr 19 14:47:40 V: Banana and passion fruit juice Apr 19 14:47:49 * Morgan nods, sipping it Apr 19 14:47:57 Not sure about that... Apr 19 14:48:23 *Emil starts grizzling, reaching for it* Apr 19 14:48:57 * Morgan picks him up before helping him to sip it Apr 19 14:49:15 *he drinks it eagerly* Apr 19 14:49:41 Mauschen, we are going to walk to the waterfall and go in the pool. Are you ready? Apr 19 14:52:16 *Varick is out the front door in a flash, and down onto the sand. If he's noticed that HH and Inga were supposed to go with them, he hasn't mentioned it* Apr 19 14:53:37 * Molly thanks the staff when they give them all straw hats, and follows their eldest outside into the sunshine before putting the little hat on Emil before putting one on herself Apr 19 14:53:48 He's happy to be on land again Apr 19 14:54:06 * Morgan nods Apr 19 14:54:09 Aye, he is Apr 19 14:56:32 * Molly touches her stomach subconsciously, the other arm carrying the towels Apr 19 14:56:55 It's nice to not be counting down the time so much Apr 19 14:57:17 Oh? Apr 19 14:57:37 On the ship we are always waiting for the time and miles to pass Apr 19 14:58:07 I suppose we were Apr 19 14:59:55 Now we will stroll in the sand and the sun, Varick will run and play, and you'll carry Emil knowing we get to take him with us when we go Apr 19 15:00:29 * Morgan nods Apr 19 15:00:32 aye Apr 19 15:01:02 * Molly smiles Apr 19 15:01:22 This is what we talked of. Just getting a feel for the place Apr 19 15:01:56 * Morgan nods Apr 19 15:03:36 * Molly takes his free hand in hers Apr 19 15:03:58 It's beautiful here, and we'll almost certainly never come again Apr 19 15:04:37 maybe... its not -that- big a journey on the Rose Apr 19 15:05:52 Two Grafdoms, a freiarrdom, a stewardship, and ten children... Apr 19 15:06:06 * Morgan nods Apr 19 15:06:09 I know Apr 19 15:07:02 Maybe one day, when all is said and done, our children all wed and flown the nest, and we're grey and wrinkly, we'll come back just us for a while? Apr 19 15:07:55 * Morgan nods Apr 19 15:07:57 I imagine so Apr 19 15:08:37 Then we will get through anything and everything because Capperlucia is waiting for us to come back *she smiles sentimentally* Apr 19 15:09:45 * Morgan nods, looking round Apr 19 15:10:52 Even here you are looking for dangers? Apr 19 15:11:11 * Morgan nods Apr 19 15:11:25 Force if habit.. Apr 19 15:12:17 It must be so unrestful Apr 19 15:13:36 * Morgan shrugs Apr 19 15:13:41 Its just how I am Apr 19 15:13:53 * Molly nods sadly Apr 19 15:14:04 You were always so? Even at the cottage? Apr 19 15:14:26 * Morgan nods Apr 19 15:14:42 Especially there... but lets be honest, that estate was always a danger Apr 19 15:14:51 No... before the fire Apr 19 15:15:16 * Morgan sighs Apr 19 15:15:22 A little. Apr 19 15:16:13 Fresh home from the war... I've always been observant, keeping an eye to any risks Apr 19 15:16:21 * Molly nods Apr 19 15:16:40 There really seems nothing to see here but sand, sea, and sun Apr 19 15:17:20 Hammock. Apr 19 15:18:16 * Molly smiles Apr 19 15:18:51 Mmhmm... that has featured in a few of my fantasies. But at the very least, I hope you'll take some time to just relax in it Apr 19 15:19:03 Maybe Apr 19 15:19:48 * Molly nods, squeezing his hand gently Apr 19 15:20:06 The sand feels so nice on my feet, you should try it Apr 19 15:37:20 * Morgan shrugs Apr 19 15:37:26 Don't fancy carrying my boots around Apr 19 15:39:55 * Molly smiles "I could take them back to the house for you? Or tie your laces and they can go over your shoulder?" Apr 19 15:41:28 No, thank you Apr 19 15:41:42 * Molly nods Apr 19 15:42:26 Will you be having this out with him as soon as he arrives, or are we going to proceed as if nothing has occurred? Apr 19 15:43:13 I'll talk to him Apr 19 15:44:43 * Molly nods Apr 19 15:45:15 Good. I do not wish to spend all week worrying that you are so unhappy and I am having to be away Apr 19 15:45:57 * Morgan nods Apr 19 15:46:11 I'll deal with it if it comes to that. You have your job to do Apr 19 15:46:36 I do, but as always, the well-being of my family is paramount Apr 19 15:47:10 They're fine, love, and I will manage Apr 19 15:47:39 * Molly nods a little "Alright" Apr 19 15:51:39 *When they get past the corner, the waterfall comes into sight, flowing down into the pool below. It's rapid enough for the rocks behind to be shielded, but not so forceful that the pool at the base of it isn't easy to swim in. It looks deep in the middle but shallow at the edges* Apr 19 15:51:51 V: When can we swim, Vati?! Apr 19 15:52:25 You can probably go in if you want Apr 19 15:54:07 *the boy strips down to just the underwear before getting in and swimming happily* Apr 19 15:54:28 One of the only good things Karsten did was teach Varick to swim so. Well Apr 19 15:54:56 * Morgan nods, watching him wistfully Apr 19 15:55:08 He had to get something right Apr 19 15:56:16 You envy Karsten that, or you envy Varick swimming? Apr 19 15:57:08 The latter. I envy Karsten in the near hero worship Varick has for him. Apr 19 15:59:09 * Molly nods Apr 19 15:59:34 The former I cannot change, but please, go and swim with him Apr 19 16:01:21 * Morgan shakes his head, sighing Apr 19 16:01:32 No, it'll take hours to dry the clothes Apr 19 16:01:53 In this heat? No, it wont Apr 19 16:02:47 * Morgan frowns Apr 19 16:02:54 But it means being uncovered Apr 19 16:03:22 It's just the four of us Apr 19 16:04:11 Even so Apr 19 16:05:14 My love, please. Wear your shit if you must Apr 19 16:06:21 * Morgan moves closer to the water, watching Varick Apr 19 16:07:44 * Molly puts the towels down and holds her hands out for the baby Apr 19 16:07:53 You can do this, my love Apr 19 16:10:53 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 19 17:43:38 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 19 17:44:11 /me looks unhappy Apr 19 17:44:14 I'm not sure I can Apr 19 17:46:15 * MollyK looks at him seriously Apr 19 17:47:57 Yes, you can. You will be teaching Varick a valuable lesson about overcoming adversity and unkind comments of others, about strength and fortitude. And you will be keeping an eye on him in unfamiliar water so I can take Emil in the shallows Apr 19 17:49:02 * Morgan sighs, looking miserable as he removes his boots and trousers, hesitating before pulling off his shirt Apr 19 17:50:15 Good. I am proud of you. Apr 19 17:50:50 *varick shouts* can we swim in the deep bit, Vati? Apr 19 17:53:06 * Morgan nods, making his way into the water Apr 19 17:53:25 I must warn you, there will be further nudity Apr 19 17:53:45 * Morgan turns, looking at her Apr 19 17:53:46 What? Apr 19 17:53:55 * MollyK smiles Apr 19 17:54:04 Mmhmm, a bottom on show too Apr 19 17:55:04 Emil? Apr 19 17:55:44 * MollyK nods "if I put him in in the nappy cloth it will soak up the water and we'll have to carry him back to the house wet" Apr 19 17:58:45 * Morgan nods, crouching then laying back in the water Apr 19 17:58:57 * MollyK looks around a moment before she crouches down, undoing the ties before setting the nappy cloth with the towels. Emil immediately pees on the sand kicking his legs excitedly Apr 19 18:00:09 And that, Lammchen, is why Mama checked which way the wind was blowing! Apr 19 18:01:46 * Morgan lays on his back, slowly drifting across the pool as he breathes slowly Apr 19 18:03:06 *The water isn't warm, but it's far from cold, pleasant and refreshingly cool. Molly takes Emil into the shallows, sitting down and holding him in the water. Varick swims over to him Apr 19 18:03:11 * MollyK is now known as Varick Apr 19 18:03:32 Vati, when I can shift could I be a fish? Apr 19 18:03:44 I don't know thats how it works son Apr 19 18:05:20 What about a seal? Apr 19 18:05:39 As far as I'm aware you will only shift into a wolf... but I could be wrong Apr 19 18:05:52 Can wolves swim? Apr 19 18:06:48 I don't know... I'd imagine so, most things can Apr 19 18:07:36 Okay. Why do I have to wear this underwear? Apr 19 18:08:16 So you're not flashing your dingaling at anyone Apr 19 18:08:33 But Emil is flashing his dingaling Apr 19 18:08:51 He's a baby Apr 19 18:08:58 So? Apr 19 18:09:26 That makes it acceptable Apr 19 18:10:43 * Varick sighs "it doesn't seem fair" Apr 19 18:11:09 * Morgan nods Apr 19 18:11:11 You are correct Apr 19 18:11:59 Can we go deeper now? Apr 19 18:12:12 * Morgan nods Apr 19 18:12:19 Stay away from the falling water Apr 19 18:13:59 * Varick nods, swimming out across the deepest part. He has that same water confidence Morgan immediately did, and he seems to enjoy just swimming back and forth. It's a nice respite from the heat at least Apr 19 18:15:18 * Morgan crosses his arms across his chest before disappearing under the water Apr 19 18:17:25 *the sound of the water below the surface is a muffled whooshing of the waterfall Apr 19 18:18:11 * Morgan pops back up some three minutes later, letting out the breath he's been holding Apr 19 18:18:20 * Varick is waiting Apr 19 18:18:27 That was really cool! Apr 19 18:20:01 Its certainly not as warm Apr 19 18:20:42 * Varick nods Apr 19 18:20:54 This is nicer than meeting the people on the beach Apr 19 18:21:35 * Morgan nods Apr 19 18:21:50 Its good to be meeting them but... this is enjoyable Apr 19 18:21:55 * Varick nods Apr 19 18:22:21 I want to swim here everyday! Apr 19 18:22:49 Might well be able to Apr 19 18:23:14 We don't have to work, when you're a boy you can just have fun Apr 19 18:24:01 May as well, really, its not like there's any real work for us to do here Apr 19 18:24:17 * Varick nods Apr 19 18:24:23 That's good, isn't it? Apr 19 18:25:08 I'm not used to not having work to do Apr 19 18:25:45 When we go home you have to be the Veisgraf and I have to be the Freiarr. But here we can just be people Apr 19 18:26:14 * Morgan nods Apr 19 18:28:01 When we do that we have to be them forever, don't we? Apr 19 18:33:40 * Morgan nods Apr 19 18:33:56 But we'll find a balance so we aren't working all the time. Thats important Apr 19 18:34:08 * Varick nods Apr 19 18:34:17 Can I ride on your back? Apr 19 18:34:48 If you want to... not sure why you'd want to though Apr 19 18:35:17 It'd be like being on a boat made of a person Apr 19 18:37:04 * Morgan moves position so Varick can climb on him Apr 19 18:39:27 * Varick does so, rare skin contact on Morgan's bare back. Due to the sadness his scars there had brought her, he'd never done that with Dietlinde, so it had only been Molly that close to the scars Apr 19 18:40:17 * Morgan lowers his head so Varick can't see his expression Apr 19 18:40:35 I'm ready! Apr 19 18:42:32 * Morgan starts swimming Apr 19 18:43:35 *it's more of a challenge with the extra weight, having to exert himself more* Apr 19 18:43:50 That's it Vati, good job! Apr 19 18:44:04 * Morgan nods, swimming harder Apr 19 18:45:06 * Varick insists on doing this for quite a while Apr 19 18:45:47 Alright lad, time to move under you own power for a bit Apr 19 18:46:45 * Varick does so. His back feels even barer with the boy gone Apr 19 18:47:29 * Morgan dives, swimming as deep as he can for as long as he can before shooting back up Apr 19 18:49:23 *Molly is stood waist deep, Emil on her hip, watching them with a smile. She calls* are we having fun? Apr 19 18:50:12 * Morgan swims toward her, keeping his shoulders beneath the water Apr 19 18:50:42 E: Bah Eee! Apr 19 18:51:14 Hello Lamchenn... you like the water, hmm? Apr 19 18:51:36 * Varick is now known as Molly Apr 19 18:52:30 * Molly smiles as he kicks and slaps the water "Given that he's never been in more water than a bath, he is very much a water baby" Apr 19 18:52:57 * Morgan nods Apr 19 18:53:04 Shall we have a little swim young man? Apr 19 18:53:26 * Molly doesn't come any deeper Apr 19 18:53:35 You wish to take him with you? Apr 19 18:53:45 * Morgan nods Apr 19 18:53:50 You aren't coming in? Apr 19 18:54:23 I'm wary of losing my footing with him any deeper Apr 19 18:55:06 * Morgan nods Apr 19 18:55:11 I'll take him Apr 19 18:57:21 * Molly holds him out, then dips him in and out to his chest, causing shrieks of baby laughter Apr 19 18:57:58 * Morgan moves closer, emerging from the water to collect the boy Apr 19 18:58:58 * Molly hands him over Apr 19 18:59:59 It's a nice pool. I am sure they'll be envious back home when we tell them all about Capperlucia Apr 19 19:01:13 * Morgan nods, laying back in the water with Emil held sat on his chest as he floats across the water Apr 19 19:01:27 I think I'll setup the mirrors in the mornings to overlook the beach Apr 19 19:02:48 * Molly nods, wandering in deeper Apr 19 19:03:50 I am wondering if there are paintings we can take home to show them too. Maybe not of the outfits, your Father would go mad if he saw me in this! Apr 19 19:04:13 *Emil looks happy, looking around* Apr 19 19:04:49 * Morgan nods Apr 19 19:04:52 He'd go berserk Apr 19 19:05:44 * Molly looks at the baby Apr 19 19:06:27 And you... grandpa would be scandalised to know you were in the fully glory our Heavenly Father created you in! Apr 19 19:06:39 *Emil just grins* Apr 19 19:07:58 * Molly glances at Morgan before mimicking Adalbrecht "Morgan Adalbrecht Koertig, you let your son out with his... ahem... umm... -part- on show?!" Apr 19 19:08:37 Not bad... should ask Heidi for tips, she's remarkably good at mimicking my mother Apr 19 19:08:44 * Molly nods Apr 19 19:09:02 I heard she scared the life from Edward at Graben like that Apr 19 19:09:38 * Morgan nods Apr 19 19:09:44 Good enough that I was fooled Apr 19 19:11:05 * Molly smiles Apr 19 19:11:31 Imagine if they'd utilised her on the Vaticine side?! Apr 19 19:14:23 * Morgan nods Apr 19 19:14:47 * Morgan concentrates, sinking a little so Emil's legs are underwater Apr 19 19:15:46 *Emil likes this, bouncing on his chest and splashing* Apr 19 19:16:35 * Morgan smiles, sinking further so the water reached the boys waist Apr 19 19:18:10 *the baby slaps the top of the water repeatedly, splashing Morgan* Apr 19 19:19:11 * Morgan laughs Apr 19 19:19:58 * Molly giggles Apr 19 19:20:35 He's braver than the rest of us, it is rare I splash you! Apr 19 19:21:08 He doesn't know better thats all Apr 19 19:21:58 * Molly smiles Apr 19 19:22:09 Are you saying I do, mon petit chou? Apr 19 19:22:21 Most of the time Apr 19 19:23:49 * Molly smiles "it's not a lack of comprehension, it's a lack of following the rules?" Apr 19 19:25:13 Seems like it... though that shouldn't be an issue for me Apr 19 19:25:52 You like rule-breaking... Apr 19 19:26:34 I'm not great following rules myself... Apr 19 19:28:06 * Molly watches him, smirking "sometimes, yes..." Apr 19 19:29:18 * Morgan nods, changing position so he's holding Emil in the water up to his chest, bobbing him up and down gently Apr 19 19:30:01 * Molly smiles "You're so good with him" Apr 19 19:31:56 * Morgan shrugs Apr 19 19:32:02 Just trying to get him used to the water Apr 19 19:32:46 * Molly checks on Varick Apr 19 19:33:02 He'll need some good teaching to keep up Apr 19 19:33:46 * Morgan nods Apr 19 19:35:28 You have always been a fine teacher to me Apr 19 19:36:06 Its a bit different with someone who can't understand I think Apr 19 19:37:24 * Molly nods Apr 19 19:38:23 I believe Xsarlac said they teach them young here. Perhaps when you are doing whatever it is you'll be doing tomorrow, one of the men might have advice Apr 19 19:39:11 * Morgan nods, moving the boy again so he is laying back in the water, mostly floating with his head supported Apr 19 19:39:18 Aye, I'll ask I think Apr 19 19:41:23 *Emil makes a little fountain in the water as the air hits his skin. He looks very pleased with himself* Apr 19 19:41:37 * Molly giggles Apr 19 19:41:54 * Morgan sighs Apr 19 19:41:56 Every time Apr 19 19:42:15 It's really very amusing, my love Apr 19 19:43:26 * Morgan nods, moving Emil gently through the water, bobbing him along Apr 19 19:44:27 *He chuckles as he does* Apr 19 19:44:57 * Molly smiles "I'll swim a little, if I'm not needed?" Apr 19 19:45:47 I think we're ok here, aren't we? Perhaps Varick would enjoy you swimming with him Apr 19 19:46:32 * Molly nods, kissing his cheek Apr 19 19:46:40 Alright, my love Apr 19 19:48:20 * Morgan positions himself so he too is floating while supporting Emil's head, just drifting slowly across the surface Apr 19 19:49:29 *This works well for a time, but he notices Emil start to get more fidgety and less floaty Apr 19 19:50:59 * Morgan shifts, bobbing him up and down again as they make their way to the shore Apr 19 19:52:53 * Molly and Varick seem to be having fun splashing each other and trying to catch each other Apr 19 19:53:05 * Morgan looks at Emil Apr 19 19:53:10 What's up little lamb? Apr 19 19:53:32 * Molly fidgets, trying to stand Apr 19 19:53:37 * Molly is now known as Emil Apr 19 19:54:02 * Morgan kneels on the sand, holding his hands to help him stand Apr 19 19:54:28 * Emil looks down at his feet before lifting them one by one Apr 19 19:55:12 Thats it! Keep going! Apr 19 19:55:49 * Emil tries to reach a hand down for the sand Apr 19 19:56:11 You're not going to like it, it won't taste nice Apr 19 19:57:04 * Emil tries to sit Apr 19 19:57:57 * Morgan lets him Apr 19 19:58:26 * Emil scoops up a handful of sand before dropping it again Apr 19 19:58:53 * Morgan does likewise, letting it pour slowly from his hand Apr 19 19:59:42 * Emil watches, fascinated Apr 19 20:00:26 * Morgan does it a couple more times Apr 19 20:00:54 * Emil looks excited by it, clapping his hands together Apr 19 20:01:58 * Morgan spends some time building a pile of sand before knocking it sideways and looking surprised Apr 19 20:03:10 * Emil chuckles. It was something Jana liked too, in soil, not sand Apr 19 20:05:03 * Morgan smiles at him briefly before doing it again before setting it up a third time, looking at Emil, waiting Apr 19 20:05:35 * Emil goes to knock it, manages to over balance, and face plants it Apr 19 20:07:46 * Morgan lifts him quickly, trying to make light of it so the boy isn't scared, knocking over the sand before brushing the rest gently from Emil's face Apr 19 20:08:19 * Emil looks confused rather than distressed, then sneezes sand on mor Apr 19 20:08:25 Morgan* Apr 19 20:09:21 * Morgan chuckles Apr 19 20:09:25 Thank you. Bless you. Apr 19 20:10:22 * Emil smiles "ooo" Apr 19 20:12:10 * Morgan smiles, brushing the last of the sand off Apr 19 20:12:28 What do you think lad? Like swimming? Apr 19 20:12:57 * Emil picks up more sand, some in each hand, waving it around Apr 19 20:13:26 Oh, I see, you like the sand.. I wouldn't have figured that Apr 19 20:13:59 * Emil tries to stuff some in his mouth Apr 19 20:15:18 * Morgan catches his hand Apr 19 20:15:24 No no, its not nice to eat Apr 19 20:15:43 * Emil chuckles Apr 19 20:17:40 *the others are still splashing around when Emil starts to look hungry Apr 19 20:19:07 [blossom, our small son is getting hungry] Apr 19 20:19:17 * Morgan sings quietly to Emil, sitting him on his lap Apr 19 20:20:01 *Molly comes out, the skimpy outfit clinging to her* Apr 19 20:20:19 M: Do you wish to swim again? Apr 19 20:20:38 I will for a minute Apr 19 20:21:50 *she lays out a towel, then sits on it, taking the baby* Apr 19 20:22:05 M: we're fine here a while, enjoy yourself Apr 19 20:22:29 * Morgan nods, getting up, brushing off the sand and heading back into the water Apr 19 20:23:06 *Varick wants to race with him, so they do this. After about half an hour, even Varick is starting to flag* Apr 19 20:23:44 Come on lad, climb on, I'll get you back to shore Apr 19 20:35:00 *they do so. On the towel, Molly and Emil are asleep, sun hats placed for some shade. They've clearly fallen asleep nursing* Apr 19 20:39:12 * Morgan sighs, gently waking Molly Apr 19 20:39:34 *Varick whispers* that would have been a good sketch, Vati Apr 19 20:39:48 * Emil is now known as Molly Apr 19 20:40:20 * Molly stirs, then gently covers her breast Apr 19 20:40:41 Oh! I'm sorry Apr 19 20:40:57 You'll get sunburn out here love Apr 19 20:42:02 *Emil stirs too. Too sandy for a nappy cloth yet, he's bare still. In combination with suddenly waking, this results in Molly getting peed all over. Varick laughs hysterically at this* Apr 19 20:44:05 * Morgan laughs hard Apr 19 20:44:47 * Molly raises an eyebrow at him, but can't manage to stay straightfaced, soon laughing too Apr 19 20:46:19 Sorry love... go get the two of you rinsed off, then we'll head back to the house? Apr 19 20:47:25 * Molly stands up before picking up Emil. He can see from where her top has ridden up that she's got some sunburn on her back Apr 19 20:47:31 I think so Apr 19 20:48:16 Ah... too late. Go on, get rinsed off Apr 19 20:49:48 * Molly takes him in, swishing him around Apr 19 20:50:07 * Morgan picks up his clothes, pulling his shirt back on Apr 19 20:52:14 *Varick takes a towel over, and together they wrap him up. Varick carefully carries Emil to Morgan* Apr 19 20:52:56 * Molly goes a bit deeper, fully dunking herself to get clean Apr 19 20:53:29 * Morgan takes Emil, thanking Varick Apr 19 20:55:12 *Varick goes scampering back to Molly with another towel for her to us. She rubs Varick's hair before rubbing her own. They make their way back through the sand towards the house, Varick occassionally still laughing about Emil peeing on her Apr 19 20:55:52 * Morgan looks at the hammock as he passes it Apr 19 20:58:16 * Molly watches him "I'll take the boys inside and we'll get dressed. Why don't you...?" Apr 19 20:58:49 * Morgan nods Apr 19 20:58:51 alright Apr 19 20:59:10 * Molly herds the children inside Apr 19 21:01:13 * Morgan goes over to the hammock, testing it before climbing into it Apr 19 21:01:36 *the palms provide just the right amount of shade, and the waves are closer. It's very sturdy Apr 19 21:02:14 * Morgan fidgets, getting comfortable and closing his eyes Apr 19 21:02:32 *it's comfortable and peaceful* Apr 19 21:03:15 *after so much swimming, he feels like he could snooze here* Apr 19 21:03:33 * Morgan smiles slightly, allowing himself to doze lightly Apr 19 21:05:21 *he doesn't go deep enough to dream, so what full wakes him is her in his head as she says [oh I'd like to do something to you whilst you like there like that that means -you- need to have a wash off...] Apr 19 21:05:55 [I'm sorry?] Apr 19 21:06:46 *she sends him the image of her undoing his placket and running her fingers over him* [like that...] Apr 19 21:08:44 [oh, I see... why? I'm just dozing] Apr 19 21:11:08 [because you are already horizontal. It takes almost nothing to make me think of you intimately!] Apr 19 21:11:54 [I see. I'd forgotten how comfortable I find these things] Apr 19 21:12:40 [am I going to lose my bedmate, hmm?] Apr 19 21:13:55 [I doubt it. Maybe one night though...] Apr 19 21:15:30 [mmhmm... perhaps if I am utterly spent I won't notice your absence keenly!] Apr 19 21:15:44 [perhaps. We'll have to see what we can manage] Apr 19 21:16:00 [indeed] Apr 19 21:17:55 * Morgan sighs, rolling out of the hammock and onto his feet Apr 19 21:19:54 *the sun tells him he's dozed about an hour, the boys should have had their tea and be nearly ready for bed* Apr 19 21:29:18 * Morgan makes his way into the house Apr 19 21:31:21 *Both boys are laid on the floor cushions in night dresses. Varick is reading aloud. Molly is sat by the window, watching the waves. The light has turned golden now, making the white sand yellow Apr 19 21:32:22 Need to find out if they've got anything to put on that sunburn Apr 19 21:32:34 Oh I was just going to heal it Apr 19 21:33:35 Oh... I hadn't thought of that Apr 19 21:33:50 * Molly nods, sipping some juice Apr 19 21:34:18 *varick suddenly looks up* where is Heinzharold? Apr 19 21:35:53 On the Rose Apr 19 21:36:30 V: I thought they were coming to our house Apr 19 21:37:18 Soon Apr 19 21:38:23 V: were they staying to plant the seeds? Apr 19 21:39:46 I don't think so Apr 19 21:40:40 V: Will Heinzharold swim with us tomorrow? Apr 19 21:40:54 *Emil makes a big, very adorable, yawn* Apr 19 21:41:20 Maybe... we'll see what is expected of us, hmm? Apr 19 21:41:33 V: Okay, Vati Apr 19 21:41:38 * Molly smiles Apr 19 21:41:47 I think it is bed time Apr 19 21:42:49 V: is Emil staying with me all night? Apr 19 21:43:34 I think we're going to try it... Apr 19 21:45:43 V: Yes! I will be the best good boy in the world! Apr 19 21:47:23 I know you will son... Emil might get fussy overnight, so you might get woken up Apr 19 21:47:57 V: I will say "shhhh.... shhh.... it's alright...." and he will go back to sleep Apr 19 21:48:17 Sometimes he wakes up because he's getting hungry... so we might need to feed him, ok? Apr 19 21:48:26 V: Okay Apr 19 21:49:02 * Molly picks up Emil who is almost asleep "I'll give him a little more now, and hopefully he'll sleep through" Apr 19 21:50:26 V: *he says goodnight to Lika and Pial before going upstairs and getting into bed* will you stay with me until Emil comes to bed, Vati? Apr 19 21:51:31 * Morgan nods Apr 19 21:51:36 If you want Apr 19 21:51:59 * Molly is now known as Varick Apr 19 21:52:11 I had fun today. I like Capperlucia Apr 19 21:54:16 * Morgan nods Apr 19 21:54:23 Its very pretty and the people seem very nice Apr 19 21:54:55 I like the pool Apr 19 21:55:28 * Morgan nods Apr 19 21:55:30 Me too Apr 19 21:55:42 The best bit was when Emil peed all over Mama Apr 19 21:57:11 I thought you'd find that funny Apr 19 21:58:23 * Varick nods. He talks more about what they've done, getting sleepier and sleepier Apr 19 21:59:21 * Morgan strokes his brow gently as he listens Apr 19 22:00:46 * Varick is talking about the bird when he completely trails off, falling asleep Apr 19 22:01:26 * Morgan smiles gently, before quietly leaving the room Apr 19 22:03:35 *Molly is just bringing Emil up, smiling before whispering* who will carry them all when there's many more? Apr 19 22:03:55 Maybe some sort of sledge? Apr 19 22:05:16 * Varick is now known as Molly Apr 19 22:05:40 * Molly smiles "very wise. I'll put him in now" Apr 19 22:06:31 * Morgan nods, waiting by the door Apr 19 22:06:59 * Molly gets Emil to bed before coming back out "if you have the time, I'd appreciate us holding each other whilst they're cooking dinner?" Apr 19 22:07:08 * Morgan nods Apr 19 22:07:10 alright Apr 19 22:08:04 * Molly leads through to their room. The light here is definitely starting to wane, the room warm but not stifling. She lays on the bed Apr 19 22:08:14 What an exhausting day! Apr 19 22:09:03 * Morgan nods, laying beside her Apr 19 22:09:06 It has been rather Apr 19 22:09:44 * Molly cuddles up Apr 19 22:10:16 I think I might need your help with the sunburn Apr 19 22:10:42 I don't see how... Apr 19 22:10:54 Reduce the heat in it whilst I heal it Apr 19 22:11:01 * Morgan nods Apr 19 22:11:03 alright Apr 19 22:11:14 Are you ready now? Apr 19 22:11:45 * Morgan nods Apr 19 22:11:46 Aye Apr 19 22:12:07 *she concentrates, his neck prickling* Apr 19 22:13:04 * Morgan also concentrates on cooling her skin Apr 19 22:14:35 *he can feel it cool until it's normal* Apr 19 22:14:57 * Molly smiles "mmhmm. As I though" Apr 19 22:15:02 Thought* Apr 19 22:15:31 What? Apr 19 22:15:54 Combining our magics Apr 19 22:17:05 What about it? Apr 19 22:19:33 I couldn't be rid of that alone. We can work together for things. Like animals carrying hardy seeds, or hot houses specially heated for magically cultivated exotics Apr 19 22:20:34 * Morgan nods Apr 19 22:20:41 Won't that harm trade, though, if we're doing that? Apr 19 22:21:44 Could these fruits really survive a four week sail? Or we could pay a percentage back to Capperlucia, like building a ship from a patented plan? Apr 19 22:22:21 No, I doubt they'd survive that long, even if they're picked before they're ripe Apr 19 22:32:26 * Molly gently strokes his chest Apr 19 22:32:36 Something to consider before we leave Apr 19 22:32:51 * Morgan nods Apr 19 22:32:52 aye Apr 19 22:33:11 It was a nice afternoon Apr 19 22:33:50 * Morgan nods Apr 19 22:33:52 aye Apr 19 22:34:02 How was your snooze? Apr 19 22:35:12 peaceful. I like hammocks Apr 19 22:35:29 * Molly nods Apr 19 22:35:55 I wonder what is keeping them? Apr 19 22:37:34 Maybe they don't want to come Apr 19 22:38:46 Hmm. Do you think so? Apr 19 22:39:01 * Morgan shrugs Apr 19 22:39:08 Maybe... maybe I've done too much damage... Apr 19 22:40:48 * Molly sighs softly "I doubt it, but perhaps I went harder on him than I sensibly should have" Apr 19 22:44:39 * Morgan sighs heavily Apr 19 22:45:58 You will want me to apologise... Apr 19 22:46:41 Not particularly Apr 19 22:47:05 What will you do if they don't come? Apr 19 22:48:04 I don't know Apr 19 22:49:02 * Molly nods Apr 19 22:50:42 I just... I don't want the whole week full of conflict. I know it seems selfish, but I need everyone working for this goal that we've had for six months now. I want you to be happy. I -need- the support of my husband, best friend, and family Apr 19 22:51:44 * Morgan nods Apr 19 22:51:51 Of course you do... its not selfish at all Apr 19 22:52:09 You are so good to me, my love Apr 19 22:54:05 Not really love Apr 19 22:55:06 Asserting my own needs is difficult for me. I am grateful that you handle them as you do Apr 19 22:55:39 * Morgan nods Apr 19 22:55:41 Its important Apr 19 22:55:52 * Molly nods Apr 19 22:56:48 The waves sound nice. It's not the same on a ship... Apr 19 22:58:16 No... I miss the creaking Apr 19 22:58:26 * Molly smiles Apr 19 22:58:53 If I bounce up and down a little in the bed it might sound similar? Apr 19 22:59:18 Its not the same love... big ships make a particular sort of noise Apr 19 22:59:46 I know, I was trying to be a little playfully suggestive Apr 19 23:01:03 oh. Sorry love Apr 19 23:01:47 It's alright. Things need to improve again before that arrow could hit its mark Apr 19 23:02:54 * Morgan nods Apr 19 23:03:00 Best not be fired by me Apr 19 23:03:44 * Molly smiles Apr 19 23:03:51 Cupid you are not, my love Apr 19 23:04:03 No. Very much not. Apr 19 23:04:25 * Molly nods Apr 19 23:05:06 Love is too complicated a matter to be entrusting to a child with a bow and arrow Apr 19 23:06:03 * Morgan shrugs Apr 19 23:06:15 I don't know... no complication, no agenda's... Apr 19 23:07:02 I suppose so Apr 19 23:07:27 * Morgan nods Apr 19 23:07:37 *there's a knock on the main door* Apr 19 23:07:45 * Molly looks at him Apr 19 23:07:56 Well then. Apr 19 23:09:46 * Morgan gets up, quietly going down the stairs to answer the door Apr 19 23:11:20 *Inga is stood on the doorstep. She's wearing the Capperlucian clothes, but also a weary expression* Apr 19 23:11:38 I: hello, Morgan Apr 19 23:12:17 Come in love. Where's your husband? Apr 19 23:12:55 I: Over by your hammock. He thought you wouldn't want to argue by the house and wake the children Apr 19 23:13:06 * Morgan sighs Apr 19 23:13:09 He wants to argue? Apr 19 23:14:02 I: god no, he's been worse this afternoon than the day he told me what it was like getting the news about his Da dying Apr 19 23:14:48 * Morgan frowns, nodding Apr 19 23:15:16 Is that why you didn't come earlier? Apr 19 23:15:59 I: I wasn't sure if she meant for dinner or to stay, so I didn't want to be too early Apr 19 23:16:43 Should've thought of that I suppose Apr 19 23:17:43 I: I've brought a bag, but we can go back to the ship if that's better Apr 19 23:18:38 Thats not my intent, but we'll see what HeinzHarold wants to do Apr 19 23:20:10 *Inga nods, going indoors. Molly comes to hug her* Apr 19 23:20:47 You don't look top heavy at all, you look gorgeous! I envy your breasts! Apr 19 23:21:05 * Morgan squares his shoulders and heads off towards the hammock Apr 19 23:21:14 * Molly is now known as HH Apr 19 23:22:39 *the fact that HH is stood beside it rather than sprawling in it despite it being Morgan's is testament to the seriousness of the matter. The sun is setting, sky beautiful* Apr 19 23:23:44 * Morgan walks straight up to him, wrapping him in a tight hug and putting a hand to the back of his neck Apr 19 23:24:10 * HH hugs him hard Apr 19 23:24:32 I am the biggest fucking dickiest dick in th' world Apr 19 23:25:14 In the running for it, yeah. Don't do it again. Apr 19 23:25:25 Never, I swear Apr 19 23:26:07 * Morgan nods Apr 19 23:26:11 I love you, you fucking idiot Apr 19 23:26:25 I love you too, man Apr 19 23:26:39 Good. Can we drop this now? Apr 19 23:27:22 If that's what y' want. You can also kick me hard in th' balls, no guardin', if that'd help Apr 19 23:27:56 And risk having my nieces and nephews running about? No chance. Apr 19 23:28:22 Seen to tha' for th' month any'ow Apr 19 23:29:30 Aye. Hoping it takes. Apr 19 23:29:39 * HH nods Apr 19 23:29:59 Might be a Capperlucia souvenir Apr 19 23:30:55 * Morgan nods, letting him go Apr 19 23:31:28 * HH stretches Apr 19 23:31:49 Got somewhere to swim? Apr 19 23:32:17 * Morgan nods Apr 19 23:32:22 Oh yeah, come have a look Apr 19 23:32:35 * HH nods, walking with him Apr 19 23:33:16 Inga indoors? Apr 19 23:33:39 * Morgan nods Apr 19 23:33:45 Molly was complimenting her breasts Apr 19 23:34:05 They do tha' a lot for lassies that don't fancy lassies Apr 19 23:34:13 * Morgan nods Apr 19 23:34:23 There'd be all kinds of words thrown about if we did that Apr 19 23:35:15 Pretty sure Inga would just laugh if y' started complimenting Little Heinzharold Apr 19 23:35:49 Aye, maybe. Poor lass looked tired Apr 19 23:36:22 Yeah, been a bit of a rough afternoon, but she's also sexually exhausted Apr 19 23:37:57 * Morgan nods, glancing up at the sky Apr 19 23:38:18 This place is going to be gorgeous in a couple of hours... and almost a normal temperature Apr 19 23:38:46 *there's a lot of pinks and purples creeping in already* Apr 19 23:39:05 Yep. Nice walk on th' beach unner the stara Apr 19 23:39:09 Stars* Apr 19 23:39:38 * Morgan nods, stopping, overlooking the pool Apr 19 23:39:49 * HH nods Apr 19 23:40:24 Nice. Y' stayin' around, or me an' little Heinzharold got th' place to ourselves? Apr 19 23:41:47 When? Apr 19 23:42:08 Now Apr 19 23:43:08 * Morgan shrugs Apr 19 23:43:11 I'm in no hurry Apr 19 23:43:58 Keep m' breeches on so y' don't have to tell yer wife 'ow big it is Apr 19 23:44:29 * Morgan nods, moving to the water Apr 19 23:44:46 * HH wades in Apr 19 23:45:08 That's good. Feel like steam should be comin' off me Apr 19 23:45:15 * Morgan nods Apr 19 23:45:22 Its disgustingly hot middle of the day Apr 19 23:45:50 * HH goes to waist depth Apr 19 23:46:10 Hotter'an I expected Apr 19 23:47:11 * Morgan nods, following him into the water Apr 19 23:47:25 I'm not built for it Apr 19 23:48:32 Tha's what she said Apr 19 23:49:08 * Morgan nods, moving to float on his back Apr 19 23:49:17 Fell asleep in the hammock Apr 19 23:49:25 Yeah? Apr 19 23:51:07 Havent used one since the war Apr 19 23:51:33 Comfortable? Apr 19 23:52:39 Aye. Always liked hammocks Apr 19 23:52:49 * HH nods Apr 19 23:53:30 Getting one f' yer secret garden? Apr 19 23:55:10 I imagine so. I can doze in it on warm afternoons Apr 19 23:56:23 Assumin' yer wife leaves yer personage alone! Apr 19 23:56:57 * Morgan nods Apr 19 23:57:12 There is that risk, but once she's sated, I should have twenty minutes before she's wanting more Apr 19 23:57:59 * HH sniggers "twenty whole minutes, y' say?" Apr 19 23:58:58 She can be quite insatiable Apr 19 23:59:03 Reck'n she might get up to an hour or two once she's knocked up?