**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Jun 7 00:00:45 2023 Jun 07 00:00:45 * Morgan nods Jun 07 00:02:40 What do you think of, when you think of that? Jun 07 00:03:38 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 00:03:48 I don't know Jun 07 00:04:37 * MollyK nods sadly Jun 07 00:04:50 I suppose it is harder for you to daydream that way Jun 07 00:05:32 * Morgan nods Jun 07 00:05:45 And I've seen so many different ways it could be, could have been... Jun 07 00:06:15 Times where you could have been happier? Jun 07 00:06:40 Times where I could've gone through less... Jun 07 00:07:22 * MollyK nods Jun 07 00:07:40 But then we would not have Varick and Emil Jun 07 00:07:45 Or you Jun 07 00:08:40 You'd have known me, just not as a husband Jun 07 00:08:58 I've told you before... I'm happy where we are... Jun 07 00:10:15 I know you are, my love Jun 07 00:11:44 Then stop assuming I'd be happier, Jun 07 00:13:49 I did not, I meant that you wouldn't have been entirely without me, after a fashion Jun 07 00:15:23 Times where you could have been happier... thats what you said... Jun 07 00:16:45 My love, I don't want to be at odds. I know you are where you want to be now Jun 07 00:16:59 * Morgan nods Jun 07 00:19:07 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jun 07 01:10:11 * MollyK has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jun 07 08:23:28 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jun 07 09:24:54 * Morgan has quit (Quit: Leaving) Jun 07 09:45:39 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jun 07 09:47:26 * Morgan has quit (Quit: Leaving) Jun 07 09:52:38 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jun 07 12:38:34 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Jun 07 12:39:39 I think we should sleep, my love Jun 07 12:40:11 * Morgan nods Jun 07 12:40:13 probably Jun 07 12:44:09 You'll be back on deck at four, won't you? Jun 07 12:44:19 * Morgan nods Jun 07 12:44:21 That is the plan Jun 07 12:45:29 * MollyK kisses him "goodnight, my love" Jun 07 12:45:39 G'night blossom Jun 07 12:47:06 *he starts to dream, back into the thread where he had not long arrived at Catherine's and the Eisenman had brought his niece to meet her ladyship and learn noble manners. The arrival of the redhead, and the very uncomfortable feeling of attraction had been as unwelcome as unexpected, and so he had chosen to stay away the following afternoon when Jun 07 12:47:06 she is due to visit. He feels a little cowardly, up on the roof to train, away from work, away from assisting Lady Torrington personally, but he is afraid of what he might feel if he sees her. Mtf Jun 07 12:47:47 * He'd missed their arrival, but from his high perch above the inner courtyard he overhears the male servants talking about her, how it was a shame a pretty local girl was going to go off to bloody Eisen rather than marrying one of her own kind, and why she would want to end up in such a cesspit of thieves and brutes. Jun 07 12:49:05 * Morgan watches them, taking note of who each is to deal with later Jun 07 12:52:48 *he can hear the Freiarr and his niece leave. Maybe he would feel nothing, maybe it was just a trick of his mind. Maybe one little look could set his heart at ease...* Jun 07 12:53:10 * Morgan glances toward them Jun 07 12:54:37 **She walks beside her uncle. She is wearing the same dress as yesterday. He feels the attraction just as intensely, even though he isn't face to face with her. Her shoulders dropped, she looks disappointed** Jun 07 12:54:58 But Uncle, I am very good at makin' tea. There was no need to make a servant walk all through that big house just to lift a teapot! Jun 07 12:55:33 * Morgan scowls, looking away Jun 07 12:56:03 R: The correct protocol is to let the servants do it, otherwise it implies you do not think her staff are competent, and that you are bored and impatient. You came across as rude Jun 07 12:57:28 I was just thirsty! For God’s sake, do we have to pretend nobles aren't actually just people too! *she looks like she would very much like to stamp her foot and put her hands on her hips. They're almost directly below him* Jun 07 12:59:46 * Morgan sighs, muttering to himself as he clambers down the drainpipe and ledges to come to the ground behind them Jun 07 13:00:58 R: Molly… mind your words. There’s no excuse for blasphemy *he's warning her* Jun 07 13:01:59 * MollyK speaks quieter "All the awful things that happen to little innocent children in this world, and what he will care about is my words? That seems so ridiculous to me." Jun 07 13:04:00 * Morgan coughs to make himself known Jun 07 13:06:19 *Joseff looks annoyed, taking her by the arm. He speaks quietly to her almost in a whisper* You are being observed, young lady. Behave. *he looks to Morgan* Good afternoon... Morgan, was it? Jun 07 13:07:17 Yes, it was. I wonder if I might offer some... assistance with regards to the lady's behaviour... Jun 07 13:08:38 R: *he nods* Go ahead Jun 07 13:09:14 * MollyK looks over at the tree line, looking stubborn and unhappy about the prospect of further telling-off Jun 07 13:09:32 * Morgan looks at her Jun 07 13:11:06 The Freiarr is correct. In noble circles, you need to understand it is not the done thing to do things for yourself, and your pouring the tea does imply boredom and bad manners and, frankly, an insult to the lady's staff... It is also worth noting that Eiseners are almost as fanatic about religion as the Queen... they even fought a war with themselves over it... Jun 07 13:11:25 * Morgan looks at Rosenkrantz Jun 07 13:12:22 What -you- need to understand is that this young lady has spent her entire upbringing being told that you do things yourself, that it is the polite thing to do to pour drinks for your guests, friends and peers, and you serve your betters... you would do well to remember the sort of changes she is having to get used to. Jun 07 13:14:18 *Joseff's expression is contained, but Molly looks at him with gratitude, and an open expression of the unhappiness of all this* Jun 07 13:15:09 * MollyK speaks quietly, looking at him intently. The attraction remains strong, stronger even when she's looking at him this way "I don't want this life." Jun 07 13:15:30 I'm afraid we often do not get what we want Jun 07 13:17:58 They'll marry me off to some rural Eisen lordling and who I am now will die. Isn't that so very much to ask of a person?! Jun 07 13:18:37 Depends if they care more about you or their influence Jun 07 13:19:51 * MollyK looks him right in the eye as she boldly says "The latter. That's all that matters to them, just their stupid power and lineage, and not people being themselves!" Jun 07 13:20:09 J: Molly Isabella Rosenkrantz, that is enough. Jun 07 13:20:43 * MollyK gives him a look as if to say "you see?" Jun 07 13:22:35 It is the norm in noble families for them to marry their children off for political gain, not just Eisen Jun 07 13:26:08 Well I think it's horrible! Jun 07 13:26:36 J: My apologies, Morgan, my niece is overwrought and has forgotten her manners Jun 07 13:26:46 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 13:27:26 I'm just a servant, makes no odds to me... my point is that both of you, if this transition is to work, need to make allowances for the other. Jun 07 13:28:47 J: I think it would benefit Molly for her to have some help from you in learning. Perhaps you would consider being a tutor for her a few times a week for a month? Jun 07 13:29:17 * MollyK smiles "Oh, do say yes, please!" Jun 07 13:29:22 * Morgan frowns Jun 07 13:29:47 You'd have to ask her ladyship... and it isn't just your niece's attitude that needs to change for her relocation to work out Jun 07 13:42:48 J: If you'll excuse me *he lets go of Molly's arm, heading back into the house* Jun 07 13:43:13 * MollyK watches Morgan Jun 07 13:43:19 He'll persuade her Jun 07 13:46:30 No doubt Jun 07 13:49:53 * MollyK looks around, fidgeting and chewing her lip Jun 07 13:50:14 At least if I'm here with you they won't be keepin' in with me at home Jun 07 13:50:19 On* Jun 07 13:50:42 Wouldn't count on that Jun 07 13:52:01 Do you actually want to help me? Jun 07 13:52:44 Yes and no Jun 07 13:52:59 * MollyK giggles "that's very honest" Jun 07 13:53:21 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 13:53:56 Being taken from everything you've known can be frightening... I take issue with the nobility doing things that impact the common folk without due care Jun 07 13:54:57 * MollyK nods Jun 07 13:55:20 But you think maybe I'm going to just be a pain in your a-... rear. Jun 07 13:55:42 Don't take it personally. I think that of everyone. Jun 07 13:57:36 * MollyK nods "you're married?" Jun 07 13:57:51 no Jun 07 13:58:02 You wear a wedding ring. Jun 07 13:58:54 Yes, I do Jun 07 14:01:35 Oh, that's to stop women thinkin' you're available? If I was runnin' away I would do that Jun 07 14:01:55 Sensible idea Jun 07 14:06:26 * MollyK nods, looking around again "so... ummm... you aren't married..." Jun 07 14:08:53 That is correct Jun 07 14:10:51 * MollyK nods "do you have family 'round here? You don't sound Balig" Jun 07 14:11:27 Where do I sound like? Jun 07 14:12:26 * MollyK thinks Jun 07 14:12:48 Not really anywhere Jun 07 14:14:00 * Morgan nods Jun 07 14:14:06 I don't have family Jun 07 14:15:19 What, none?! Jun 07 14:15:27 * MollyK looks puzzled Jun 07 14:16:58 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 14:19:06 That's really sad. My family are controllin', and ruinin' my future, but I know they love me Jun 07 14:20:28 Are they? Or are they trying to give you what they think is a better future? Jun 07 14:22:11 Do you really think it's better to lose all my own freedom and choice in anything, just to be rich? Jun 07 14:23:18 Do you know what would happen to any of the staff here if Lady Torrington decided she no longer wanted them here, for whatever reason? Jun 07 14:24:46 They'd have to find other jobs? Jun 07 14:25:34 They'd be homeless within a day. With no work. To take -your- family home from you would mean mounting something akin to a small war. Jun 07 14:26:16 * MollyK sighs, looking so sad Jun 07 14:26:48 I don't have any choice at all, do I? Jun 07 14:27:03 Everyone has a choice Jun 07 14:27:25 How though? Unless I ran away Jun 07 14:28:02 That is a choice. Or you could go with your uncle and fight him the whole way. Or you could go and try to make the best of a bad situation. Jun 07 14:28:43 * MollyK looks at him Jun 07 14:28:57 You think I should just stop being a baby and grow up? Jun 07 14:29:05 That is your choice Jun 07 14:30:23 *Joseff comes back out, smiling* There we are, it is settled. Molly will come every afternoon for four weeks Jun 07 14:30:59 * MollyK looks at Morgan, whispering "seems you're stuck with me" Jun 07 14:31:31 Evidently Jun 07 14:33:53 J: You can expect her at midday, and she will come home at Six in the evening. She will have a horse, so you don't need to bring her back Jun 07 14:34:13 * Morgan looks at him Jun 07 14:34:26 You're going to let a lady ride alone? Jun 07 14:37:39 J: Molly is... a hard rider to keep up with for any escort Jun 07 14:37:50 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 14:37:51 * MollyK doesn't look ashamed at all Jun 07 14:37:56 Its your family reputation I suppose Jun 07 14:38:42 J: Well, perhaps it was acceptable for a farmer's daughter, but... yes, I will have her escorted Jun 07 14:39:08 * MollyK looks at Morgan with frustration Jun 07 14:40:14 * Morgan nods slightly Jun 07 14:40:19 I will expect her at midday then Jun 07 14:42:00 J: *he nods* Your wages will be supplemented for the inconvenience Jun 07 14:42:11 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 14:42:12 Very well Jun 07 14:44:58 J: come along, Molly. Jun 07 14:45:22 * MollyK looks at him "I suppose I'll see you tomorrow then?" Jun 07 14:45:44 Looks like it Jun 07 14:47:12 * MollyK watches him "okay, bye then..." Jun 07 14:47:29 * Morgan inclines his head slightly Jun 07 14:51:33 * MollyK goes with Joseff. Her hair looks pretty in the sunlight, as does the small smile she gives him when she looks over her shoulder Jun 07 14:51:59 * Morgan waits until they're out of sight before scowling and starting to mutter to himself Jun 07 14:55:03 *the gossip has spread quickly, because for the rest of the day everyone carefully avoids him, and even Catherine keeps a low profile. This means he has more time to brood, and doesn't manage to not think of her. Even once it is evening, she's still on his mind* Jun 07 14:55:43 * Morgan makes his way around the grounds, finding things to break as he walks Jun 07 14:59:21 *it doesn't massively help, and that night he dreams of racing her on Xantha down a bridleway off the estate and kissing her in the dappled sunlight* Jun 07 15:00:14 * Morgan sits on the edge of the bed, scowling and swearing at himself Jun 07 15:02:08 *his day doesn't get any better when Catherine is waiting for him at breakfast* Jun 07 15:02:14 * MollyK is now known as Catherine Jun 07 15:02:34 * Morgan sizes her up Jun 07 15:02:36 Yes? Jun 07 15:03:01 Sit down. Was it twelve or one for your visitor? Jun 07 15:03:28 The arrangement you made was twelve Jun 07 15:03:47 * Catherine nods, smiling Jun 07 15:04:14 She needs an education, and you need some company Jun 07 15:04:32 I'm sorry, -I- need company? Jun 07 15:05:24 Yes, you are always alone. This will help her develop noble skills, and you develop more social skills. It's a wonderful idea Jun 07 15:06:38 Contrary to popular belief, I don't -need- any more social skills. I already have them. Jun 07 15:09:54 * Catherine looks at him "people need friends. You have none" Jun 07 15:10:05 I am content with that. Jun 07 15:12:12 That isn't healthy or normal. Jun 07 15:14:45 It isn't what I'm here for Jun 07 15:16:52 I am sure you'll enjoy it once you spend time with her Jun 07 15:17:04 I take it I have no say in this? Jun 07 15:20:12 She needs your help, Morgan. Don't be so uncharitable. Jun 07 15:22:25 With respect, I am not here to be charitable. I am here to keep you safe. If it is your decision that I tutor her, that is what I will have to do Jun 07 15:25:18 It is Jun 07 15:26:05 * Morgan nods Jun 07 15:26:07 Very well Jun 07 15:27:19 And be nice to her, though she's not very polished I am sure you can buff off the harsh edges and make her a lady Jun 07 15:27:48 You do realise I -am- harsh edges? Jun 07 15:28:21 Maybe she'll rub off on you too Jun 07 15:34:34 I very much doubt that Jun 07 15:35:58 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jun 07 18:12:15 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jun 07 18:19:07 Do your best and be friendly. Jun 07 18:20:05 As her ladyship wishes Jun 07 18:24:19 * Catherine smiles as if this is settled. His morning proceeds as usual, except her arrival inches closer until at five to twelve she rides up to the courtyard on a beautiful white horse. They seem to have found her something new to wear, it's satin and a greyish blue that goes well with her eyes. He can already hear her complaining to the tall blonde Jun 07 18:24:19 man about riding side saddle, whilst he just makes Mmhmm sounds. Jun 07 18:24:53 * Morgan wanders out to the doors Jun 07 18:29:48 * Catherine is now known as Molly Jun 07 18:31:42 *the man helps her dismount, then she waves him away. She looks very pretty, flushed a little from the ride, eyes bright. Her breasts rise and fall more from the exertion. It occurs to him unbidden that this is how she would look if he kissed her soundly Jun 07 18:32:08 * Morgan carefully controls his expression Jun 07 18:35:16 * Molly smiles Jun 07 18:35:29 Hello again, would you like to meet my horse? Jun 07 18:36:53 * Morgan glances at her companion Jun 07 18:36:57 If her ladyship wishes Jun 07 18:38:56 *the man is riding away. The white mare is beautiful and curious* Jun 07 18:39:03 She's called Aurora Jun 07 18:41:00 * Morgan nods, moving to look art the horse Jun 07 18:42:32 * Molly comes to stand beside him, holding the reins. She smells good, of warmth and rosewater Jun 07 18:42:39 She's my second horse Jun 07 18:43:53 Oh? Jun 07 18:44:57 * Molly smiles, stroking the horse's face "I have a black stallion before, but he died. I didn't think I wanted to ever have another horse again" Jun 07 18:45:02 Had* Jun 07 18:46:22 You become quite attached to them Jun 07 18:47:56 * Molly nods "You do. But you can be attached to more than one horse. I miss Santana, but I love Aurora too" Jun 07 18:48:20 * Morgan nods, placing his hand on the horses face Jun 07 18:49:23 I'm not sure what your uncle expects to achieve with this... I'm just a servant with a habit of speaking his mind Jun 07 18:50:19 You understand both worlds, and he's thinkin' you can bridge the gap, and that maybe I'll listen to you where I don't listen to anyone else Jun 07 18:51:21 Any of them could've done that Jun 07 18:51:55 * Molly shakes her head Jun 07 18:52:04 They're noble, they just don't get it Jun 07 18:52:17 *the horse nuzzles his hand* Jun 07 18:53:15 I mean the staff. Nobles rarely get anything Jun 07 18:53:57 * Molly giggles, covering her mouth with her hand Jun 07 18:54:05 Are you allowed to say that?! Jun 07 18:54:23 Like I said... habit of speaking my mind Jun 07 19:05:01 They let you do that? Jun 07 19:06:22 They don't -let- me do anything Jun 07 19:09:47 * Molly smiles, leaning in a little closer as if sharing secrets Jun 07 19:10:06 Ah so you're an unrepentin' rebel too? Jun 07 19:10:35 No. I'm just unpleasant Jun 07 19:10:51 * Molly giggles Jun 07 19:11:02 You're too handsome to be unpleasant Jun 07 19:12:32 That'll pass Jun 07 19:12:48 What? Jun 07 19:12:55 That sort of thinking Jun 07 19:13:17 That you're handsome? Jun 07 19:13:38 And that I'm not unpleasant Jun 07 19:14:27 * Molly shrugs, watching him "can she go in the stable?" Jun 07 19:14:50 * Morgan nods, tapping her face Jun 07 19:14:52 Come on Jun 07 19:14:58 * Morgan starts moving to the stable Jun 07 19:15:28 * Molly follows Jun 07 19:15:38 Do you like horses then? Jun 07 19:15:50 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 19:15:54 I suppose so Jun 07 19:16:17 * Molly waits until the horse is settled Jun 07 19:16:27 Do you ever smile? Jun 07 19:16:47 Not recently Jun 07 19:16:56 * Molly nods Jun 07 19:17:35 That will be the mission then. You'll make me a Lady, I'll make you smile. We have just four weeks Jun 07 19:18:05 Its a wasted effort and you have bigger things to think about Jun 07 19:18:31 * Molly shakes her head, chin up Jun 07 19:20:18 Nuh uh, it's decided. Four weeks, one smile... *she wanders out, calling back* I warn you, I'm hard to resist! Jun 07 19:20:41 * Morgan scowls, following her out Jun 07 19:21:57 * Molly is stood still right where he walks into her Jun 07 19:23:48 * Morgan mutters, backing up Jun 07 19:24:08 * Molly smiles Jun 07 19:24:17 I couldn't hear you coming Jun 07 19:25:25 I'm a servant, you're not supposed to Jun 07 19:26:30 * Molly nods, watching him with a smile "My my, Mister Morgan, what quiet feet you have!" Jun 07 19:26:44 * Morgan points to the door Jun 07 19:26:49 Go on Jun 07 19:26:54 * Molly nods Jun 07 19:27:22 What should I call you, anyway? Mister, Master, Sir? Jun 07 19:27:45 Morgan. I don't hold title enough to warrant anything else Jun 07 19:27:58 Just Morgan? Jun 07 19:28:56 That is my name Jun 07 19:29:16 * Molly nods, smiling playfully "Just Morgan it is then" Jun 07 19:30:07 * Morgan rolls his eyes, heading for the library Jun 07 19:30:12 What do you know of Eisen? Jun 07 19:32:17 It's where my Father family supposedly come from. There was a big War over religion that ended up killing lots of young men, so now everyone is very poor, and the women have to work very hard. And there wasn't really a clear winner, now the Freiarrs and the like decide what religion an area is. Seems like a really long War that made things worse Jun 07 19:32:17 rather than better Jun 07 19:35:10 Thats the jist of it, but I meant social structure, geography... Jun 07 19:38:15 Two coasts, seven Konigsreichs, six Eisenfursts, one Eisenfurstin in her own right. She is our Eisenfurstin in Posen. Then there's Grafs, Viscounts, and Freiarrs Jun 07 19:38:34 * Morgan nods Jun 07 19:38:43 Ok, good... thats a very good start Jun 07 19:40:49 I'll probably be married to a current or future Freiarr, but I might get a viscount, if I'm "very lucky" and he thinks I'm pretty enough Jun 07 19:41:52 A sad but unavoidable truth. Realistically there's two ways to look at it... you can play it for your own gain, or the betterment of the people Jun 07 19:44:33 What if my husband is a stubborn ass? Jun 07 19:45:44 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 19:46:05 You'll have to try to help him see his error Jun 07 19:49:01 * Molly nods. She accidentally puts her hand over his when they get to the door. Her skin his soft and warm, and he can't even recall the last time he felt that. Back in Avebury, perhaps. She looks up at him "umm... sorry" Jun 07 19:49:47 * Morgan nods, tucking his hands in his pockets Jun 07 19:51:35 * Molly smiles "don't worry, I wash my hands frequently, I haven't got anything contagious!" Jun 07 19:51:56 I'm sure you haven't. Jun 07 19:52:42 * Molly smiles more, watching his eyes, hers crinkled with genuine amusement "except maybe my smile? That can be contagious..." Jun 07 19:54:36 No. You are simply wasting your time. I don't see how I'm supposed to teach you about nobility... Jun 07 19:56:58 * Molly shrugs Jun 07 19:57:44 Teach me what the most important thing to remember when interacting with is? *she goes in, finding a seat* Jun 07 19:58:19 They're mostly out for themselves Jun 07 19:59:12 They don't care about others? *she watches what he does* Jun 07 20:00:36 Not in my experience. Some, perhaps... but the driving concern for the sheer majority is how to use the situation to their advantage Jun 07 20:03:30 That sounds horrible Jun 07 20:03:44 * Morgan nods Jun 07 20:03:51 Its quite unpleasant. Jun 07 20:03:55 * Molly lifts her chin Jun 07 20:04:18 Well, I won't be like that, and I will make my husband's life difficult if he won't care for the people. Jun 07 20:04:35 * Morgan nods Jun 07 20:06:18 What Eisen needs is leaders that care for their people... not their own privilege Jun 07 20:07:31 * Molly nods Jun 07 20:07:47 So I suppose I have to do that, if no one else will Jun 07 20:08:35 You're going anyway, you might as well make sure something good comes of it Jun 07 20:08:51 * Molly nods Jun 07 20:09:00 Are you going to sit? Jun 07 20:10:18 * Morgan sighs, sitting down Jun 07 20:10:39 * Molly frowns slightly Jun 07 20:10:50 You don't seem to like me Jun 07 20:11:46 Don't take it personally. I don't like anyone. Jun 07 20:13:02 Why? Jun 07 20:14:38 According to Lady Torrington I have no social skills. Jun 07 20:14:46 That's rude Jun 07 20:16:16 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 20:16:26 She's nobility, I'm her servant, she can say what she wants Jun 07 20:16:44 That doesn't make you any less of a person! Jun 07 20:18:40 Thats something you need to learn... it is exactly what it means Jun 07 20:18:54 * Molly sighs Jun 07 20:19:07 Alright. When do we eat? Jun 07 20:20:15 * Morgan nods at a bell pull Jun 07 20:20:24 Pull that and tell the servant you wish to have lunch Jun 07 20:21:22 * Molly does so, her back to him. He finds himself watching the sway of her hips and bottom Jun 07 20:22:11 * Morgan frowns, looking away Jun 07 20:22:42 *the ringing of the bell wakes him* Jun 07 20:23:45 * Morgan sighs quietly, checking the time Jun 07 20:24:58 *it's quarter after three, his shift starts at four. She's wrapped around him from behind Jun 07 20:26:47 * Morgan lays still for ten minutes before gently getting up and dressed Jun 07 20:28:50 * Molly stirs anyway "oh no, already?!" Jun 07 20:28:58 Aye love Jun 07 20:29:36 That's a pity... Jun 07 20:31:06 Aye, it is Jun 07 20:32:35 I'll manage. Enjoy your watch, my love Jun 07 20:32:52 * Morgan nods, kissing her forehead before going out and on deck Jun 07 20:35:14 *it's quiet, one of the trainees on watch as there's nothing to do now. They're about twelve sailing hours from Morgan's Rock, and today is his final day as Captain* Jun 07 20:35:45 * Morgan wanders the deck, checking things before climbing into the rigging and settling to wait for dawn Jun 07 20:39:27 *HH joins him whilst it's still dark, though it's deep grey not black* Jun 07 20:39:30 * Molly is now known as HH Jun 07 20:39:33 Hey man Jun 07 20:39:47 hey Jun 07 20:40:49 * HH offers his flask Jun 07 20:40:54 Last day, huh? Jun 07 20:43:07 * Morgan takes it, sipping it before handing it back as he nods Jun 07 20:43:17 Aye. Got about twelve hours til we make the island Jun 07 20:44:40 * HH nods, drinking some Jun 07 20:44:50 How y' feelin' bout it? Jun 07 20:45:50 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 20:46:02 Its time to give it up Jun 07 20:48:12 Four weeks is a lot longer than y' thought you'd get Jun 07 20:48:19 * Morgan nods Jun 07 20:48:23 Yeah, it is Jun 07 20:50:27 She's a good girl t' put up with it so long Jun 07 20:50:37 * Morgan nods Jun 07 20:50:49 It -was- her that put it in motion... Jun 07 20:52:37 * HH nods "that's what I mean. She's done all this for -you-" Jun 07 20:53:13 * Morgan nods Jun 07 20:53:22 Don't labour the point man, I know Jun 07 20:56:14 Got something in mind for the two o' you, to celebrate? Jun 07 20:56:53 * Morgan shakes his head Jun 07 20:57:12 No, we'll have other things to do... Florrie, Alice and the others... Jun 07 20:59:23 * HH shrugs Jun 07 20:59:34 Draw tomorrow, ain't it? Jun 07 20:59:43 * Morgan nods Jun 07 20:59:45 Think so Jun 07 21:05:55 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jun 07 21:35:30 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Jun 07 21:35:38 * MollyK is now known as HH Jun 07 21:35:56 Inga reckons so, an' she keeps track more Jun 07 21:36:29 * Morgan nods Jun 07 21:36:46 I'm hoping those shifty little buggers can put a stop to it Jun 07 21:38:54 An' miss out on yer double fun times?! Jun 07 21:39:20 And save -everyone- the dreams and feelings... Jun 07 21:43:16 Good point. Inga would be very 'appy Jun 07 21:43:24 * Morgan nods Jun 07 21:46:07 Mebbie it'll happen once y' knock her up anyhow Jun 07 21:46:19 Maybe, aye Jun 07 21:46:26 Fucking needs to Jun 07 21:48:17 * HH offers the flask Jun 07 21:48:25 You fallin' out about it? Jun 07 21:48:43 * Morgan takes it, shaking his head Jun 07 21:49:10 No... just... knowing what I'm like when she's pregnant, the draw on top... I'll die of exhaustion Jun 07 21:51:10 * HH laughs Jun 07 21:51:36 Gonna look like a shrivelled husk, man Jun 07 21:53:15 * Morgan nods Jun 07 21:54:15 I'll manage somehow Jun 07 21:54:52 You'll have to go toss yerself in the lake like a sponge each morning Jun 07 21:56:58 Thats likely to happen anyway Jun 07 21:58:10 Not because you've ejaculated yer own nutsack out Jun 07 21:58:18 Well, no... Jun 07 22:02:42 Gonna be a hard nine months for ya! Just yer wife set you off, or will seeing Inga when it's our time set you off chasin' Molly? Jun 07 22:04:15 In all honesty, I don't know. The possibility bothers me Jun 07 22:07:11 Been around Jarvie an' Elsie, that didn' set you to full sails Jun 07 22:08:04 No... but... I've never once thought of Jarvie is being anything other than my cousin... Inga's gorgeous, and she could smother you to death without needing a pillow... Jun 07 22:09:16 * HH laughs Jun 07 22:09:42 Been close a few times Jun 07 22:10:09 Somehow that doesn't surprise me Jun 07 22:12:57 * HH nods "If I die under my wife, don' worry 'bout prayers an' stuff, I was already in heaven" Jun 07 22:13:26 * Morgan nods Jun 07 22:13:34 Figured that might be the case Jun 07 22:14:58 * HH nods Jun 07 22:15:32 What 'bout Elsie though? Jun 07 22:16:37 No... was far too busy being upset and angry Jun 07 22:18:20 Guess we're gon' find out when y' see Stef at the Christening Jun 07 22:18:47 * Morgan sighs Jun 07 22:18:49 I suppose so Jun 07 22:20:20 Assuming of course they can make it Jun 07 22:22:30 I reck'n Molly an' Inga are recruitin' her t' help with Mina an' Florrie Jun 07 22:22:56 Wouldn't surprise me... Jun 07 22:25:50 Makes sense, doesn' it? She is kinda the momma hen o' their lil group Jun 07 22:26:12 She's very good at keeping the ship sailing when the storm should sink it Jun 07 22:30:29 * HH nods Jun 07 22:30:43 Always seems t' help you Jun 07 22:30:51 * Morgan nods Jun 07 22:31:14 Yeah. Jun 07 22:32:52 Mebbie she can work that charm on Mina Jun 07 22:33:13 * Morgan nods Jun 07 22:33:31 Maybe. Lets hope I don't need her while she's busy helping her... Jun 07 22:36:13 Y' struggling with th' dreams again and all that? Jun 07 22:37:09 * Morgan nods Jun 07 22:37:22 A bit, yeah. Wouldn't be so bad if the shit didn't linger afterwards Jun 07 22:38:13 What's goin' on? Jun 07 22:38:33 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 22:39:15 Had one where I didn't meet Molly, so I was just as... broken and bitter... then I meet her and Florrie all at once... then nearly die in a house fire holding Florrie. It was -brutal- man Jun 07 22:40:07 Shit. That's up there with them still bein' alive after you'd remarried Jun 07 22:40:45 yeah... and the only reason we survived was because the fire thing made itself known... although thats a fair way from the forefront in that set of dreams. Jun 07 22:44:00 How'd Molly end up with Florrie? Jun 07 22:44:19 She spent some time with Alice, then Alice died... Jun 07 22:45:49 So what 'appens now, you gon' end up being a little family? Jun 07 22:46:08 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 22:46:47 No... Molly got kidnapped... Sebastien and his uncle were in town looking for Molly's family and have gone off to find her... then, they'll say they're married and take Florrie with them to Eisen Jun 07 22:47:50 But in th' meantime yer stuck with Florrie by yerself? Jun 07 22:48:04 While trying to work in Catherines house Jun 07 22:49:59 Better get her in that sheet thing you pair carry babes in Jun 07 22:50:47 Aye, maybe Jun 07 22:52:31 Wonder if Rosie's be home th' day we're there Jun 07 22:52:40 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 22:52:47 We're sending word that we're coming. Jun 07 22:53:12 * HH sniggers "always best t' give 'em fair warning" Jun 07 22:53:40 Shut up Jun 07 22:55:15 * HH laughs Jun 07 22:55:28 Least he should be outta range for tomorrow Jun 07 22:55:51 * Morgan nods Jun 07 22:55:55 Small mercies Jun 07 22:59:46 Unless he's decided t' take a visit with his Da to see Catherine Jun 07 23:00:12 Well, thats his own fault if he has Jun 07 23:02:11 You plannin' to tell him? Jun 07 23:02:27 I think so. He has a right to know I think Jun 07 23:04:45 Think it'll make it easier if he feels it one day? Jun 07 23:04:55 * Morgan shrugs Jun 07 23:05:02 Maybe. You know him better Jun 07 23:07:14 Tough one. Would you wanna know, if y' were getting it for Inga? Jun 07 23:07:39 I think so... but I like to understand -why-, don't I Jun 07 23:09:30 * HH nods Jun 07 23:09:56 Yeah. I reck'n tell him Jun 07 23:10:04 * Morgan nods Jun 07 23:10:11 I'll try to make the time Jun 07 23:11:36 * HH nods Jun 07 23:11:56 Can wait til th' Baptism...? Jun 07 23:12:32 Only issue there is I'm supposed to play the gracious host... Jun 07 23:13:32 Yeah, but he has nightmares too, so prob'ly see him in th' night easy. As long as he's not turnin' up early there won't be the draw when he's there Jun 07 23:14:03 * Morgan nods slowly Jun 07 23:14:06 Normal nightmares? Jun 07 23:15:55 Far as I know, yeah. War shit Jun 07 23:16:13 * Morgan nods Jun 07 23:16:15 Alright Jun 07 23:17:16 Not yer weird shit. Good job really Jun 07 23:18:00 * Morgan nods Jun 07 23:18:08 One of us being crazy is enough I think Jun 07 23:19:46 Be hard, wouldn't it? All the alternates you see where yer not with 'er, if he was havin' them where he was Jun 07 23:20:06 * Morgan nods Jun 07 23:20:09 Exceptionally Jun 07 23:22:11 Molly still get them? Jun 07 23:22:16 * Morgan nods Jun 07 23:22:23 Aye, I think so Jun 07 23:23:04 Inga said there'd been some stuff settled over dreamin' bout other people Jun 07 23:23:25 * Morgan nods Jun 07 23:23:37 yeah... Stef sort of helped me through that Jun 07 23:24:41 Molly never get jealous that you an' Stef are so close? Jun 07 23:25:14 A little to start with I think. But its not like that Jun 07 23:28:02 Nor was that lil Vesten lassie, but oh boy! Jun 07 23:29:00 Vesten... oh, Hannalore? Jun 07 23:31:37 Yeah, that one. With the dark hair and th' bubbies Jun 07 23:31:52 Ironic really, I didn't even really like her Jun 07 23:34:29 Women, man. They're crazy. Inga ain't found anyone t' be very jealous about, she did have a brief moment 'bout Uinise til I reminded her that th' thing she loves best about me is one o' those things Uinise wants nowhere near 'er Jun 07 23:35:27 Uinise has precisely no interest in any of us... Jun 07 23:36:40 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep)