**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Fri Jul 28 00:02:34 2023 Jul 28 00:02:34 That'd pretty much destroy him Jul 28 00:03:39 * Molly nods Jul 28 00:04:04 Florrie matters to him in a way I don't think Mina really understands Jul 28 00:04:58 * Morgan nods Jul 28 00:05:38 She needs to pull her head out of her ass and either deal with it or let him go. Much as it'd kill him, she needs to grow the fuck up Jul 28 00:07:37 * Molly nods, bringing the pipe to her mouth again. After she exhales she says Jul 28 00:07:48 Frankly, yes. Enough is enough Jul 28 00:07:54 * Morgan nods Jul 28 00:08:54 Someones going to have to tell her that Jul 28 00:10:32 * Molly nods Jul 28 00:10:47 Would it be better coming from me? Jul 28 00:11:13 I don't know. I don't want her to feel alienated from her friends Jul 28 00:11:20 * Molly nods Jul 28 00:11:26 I have no preference Jul 28 00:12:56 She will need you to support her, but to tell her she is in the wrong... but... she needs bringing up short. Jul 28 00:15:44 * Molly nods Jul 28 00:16:28 This needs to end, before the damage is permanent. We did not go through so much pain for them to ruin their marriage Jul 28 00:16:54 * Morgan nods Jul 28 00:16:56 Quite so Jul 28 00:19:40 * Molly nods, using the pipe once more Jul 28 00:19:50 Sure you do not want some? Jul 28 00:20:19 * Morgan nods Jul 28 00:20:21 I'm sure Jul 28 00:20:34 You can extinguish it then, my love Jul 28 00:21:40 * Morgan nods, doing so Jul 28 00:23:41 * Molly puts it down, turning and stretching her legs over his lap Jul 28 00:23:46 That's better Jul 28 00:24:29 * Morgan nods, sipping his drink Jul 28 00:24:31 good Jul 28 00:25:34 * Molly smiles, closing her eyes Jul 28 00:26:13 What would you like to do with our time alone? Jul 28 00:27:16 Relax, I think Jul 28 00:27:44 * Molly nods Jul 28 00:27:51 Mmhmm, we can relax Jul 28 00:29:51 * Morgan nods, stretching out his legs Jul 28 00:30:08 HeinzHarold, James and I will have to muck in with extra watches after dark Jul 28 00:31:01 Mmm okay love... Jul 28 00:32:09 * Morgan leans his head back, closing his eyes Jul 28 00:32:25 I hope Florrie isn't wary of me now Jul 28 00:33:24 Y' could go see herrr.... Jul 28 00:34:33 She's napping Jul 28 00:35:54 * Molly nods "Is a good idea" Jul 28 00:36:09 You going to have a nap? Jul 28 00:36:29 'Less you need me f' talk or sex Jul 28 00:36:59 Go to sleep love Jul 28 00:38:01 Ok but we have sex 'n my dreams, 'kay? Jul 28 00:39:31 okay Jul 28 00:40:53 * Molly smiles slightly, but says no more Jul 28 00:42:48 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 28 01:20:03 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jul 28 10:32:09 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.150) has joined Jul 28 10:52:05 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Jul 28 10:56:57 * MollyK is quickly asleep Jul 28 10:57:11 * Morgan closes his eyes, trying to relax Jul 28 10:57:30 *he starts to doze* Jul 28 10:58:19 * Morgan doesn't fight it Jul 28 11:02:00 *he has a thread in his hand, and he's trying to follow it, but it's tangled with others and he has to pick the knots apart, trying not to lose track of the one he has. In the very far distance, he can see his thread is tied to a tree. In reality, she gently wakes him* my love, it's nearly two Jul 28 11:02:29 * Morgan nods, frowning Jul 28 11:05:35 * MollyK smiles Jul 28 11:05:44 Still sleepy, my love? Jul 28 11:05:57 no... no I'm ok Jul 28 11:06:23 * MollyK smiles, kissing his cheek Jul 28 11:06:26 Good Jul 28 11:07:03 Weird dream Jul 28 11:10:27 What was it? Jul 28 11:11:10 I had hold of a thread and was trying to follow it, but it was tangled with others and I had to unpick all the knots. Way off it was connected to a tree Jul 28 11:12:31 That is rather strange... Jul 28 11:12:53 * Morgan nods slowly Jul 28 11:12:57 yes Jul 28 11:15:13 Is it about the dream threads perhaps Jul 28 11:15:23 It would make sense Jul 28 11:18:04 You are feeling very frustrated about the dreams today Jul 28 11:18:41 * Morgan nods Jul 28 11:18:42 I am Jul 28 11:20:09 I would guess it is that then, my love Jul 28 11:20:27 A manifestation of my frustration? Jul 28 11:21:41 * MollyK nods Jul 28 11:22:10 That you are trying to follow the path we're on, but the threads are a constant hassle? Jul 28 11:22:28 * Morgan shrugs Jul 28 11:22:47 Or an example of why I get them? That part of it is having to unpick the others? Jul 28 11:27:03 * MollyK nods Jul 28 11:27:33 That would make sense. Some are warnings, some seem to give insight and perspective Jul 28 11:27:48 * Morgan nods, stretching Jul 28 11:28:10 * MollyK smiles, taking her legs off him "Sorry" Jul 28 11:28:32 'S alright Jul 28 11:28:57 Mine was much simpler, but much ruder. Shall I wake the boys? Jul 28 11:29:08 * Morgan nods, yawning Jul 28 11:29:10 Best had Jul 28 11:29:46 * MollyK nods, going to do so. Bir lands beside him on the couch Jul 28 11:29:53 * MollyK is now known as Bir Jul 28 11:31:28 * Morgan reaches out to stroke her feathers Jul 28 11:31:31 Hey Jul 28 11:31:35 * Bir does a nonchalant sort of whistling as she slowly paces along the seat, like someone pretending they haven't just done something naughty Jul 28 11:32:24 * Morgan watches her before looking round Jul 28 11:35:51 *There's nothing to see. She tips her head back and laughs* Jul 28 11:36:09 You tricking me? Jul 28 11:38:04 * Bir laughs again Jul 28 11:41:10 * Morgan smiles, stroking her again Jul 28 11:41:27 Food Jul 28 11:42:52 * Morgan nods, getting up and fetching some from his desk Jul 28 11:42:54 Come on then Jul 28 11:44:37 *Varick comes running in, grinning* Bir, hide! *Bir immediately covers her head with her wings* Jul 28 11:44:53 * Morgan looks surprised Jul 28 11:45:02 *Varick laughs* Good job, Bir! Jul 28 11:45:20 Thats impressive... Bir, come on, food Jul 28 11:45:46 *she makes the Muah sound before following Morgan and Varick to the desk* Jul 28 11:46:02 V: She's very clever, Vati Jul 28 11:46:04 * Morgan doles out some of her food Jul 28 11:46:13 She is, yes. And very sweet Jul 28 11:46:38 V: I want her to be the general of my bird army Jul 28 11:46:59 Hang on... bird army? Jul 28 11:47:07 An army of birds Jul 28 11:48:00 Dare I ask why? Jul 28 11:49:38 * Bir is now known as Varick Jul 28 11:51:05 Because they'd be useful. Magpies and crows can help us find lost things, hawks can chases away our enemies, pigeons can fly messages to people for us, and songbirds can be our lookouts Jul 28 11:51:18 * Morgan nods Jul 28 11:51:23 That all makes a lot of sense Jul 28 11:51:28 * Varick nods Jul 28 11:51:47 I thought so. I would like a bird army... Jul 28 11:52:05 * Morgan nods Jul 28 11:52:10 That'd be quite useful Jul 28 11:52:15 * Varick watches him sidelong "we would need an owl too" Jul 28 11:52:26 Why? Jul 28 11:53:03 Because they could stay at our gate, and when someone wants to come in, they can ask "who?" *he starts laughing* Jul 28 11:53:11 * Morgan closes his eyes Jul 28 11:53:13 Oh dear Jul 28 11:53:34 * Varick laughs harder "Whoooo are yoooooou?" Jul 28 11:55:32 Rather set myself up for that didn't I Jul 28 11:56:42 *Molly brings in Emil, who copies "ooo!" Jul 28 11:56:47 Yes Vati Jul 28 11:57:30 * Morgan nods Jul 28 11:57:35 Thought so Jul 28 11:59:28 *They watch Bir eat* Jul 28 11:59:43 M: My love, did you need to see Alice and Florrie now? Jul 28 12:00:00 * Morgan nods, taking a deep breath Jul 28 12:00:02 Best had Jul 28 12:01:08 * Morgan strokes Varicks hair briefly before getting up Jul 28 12:01:13 I won't be long Jul 28 12:03:22 * Varick is now known as Alice Jul 28 12:03:32 * Alice is found in her room Jul 28 12:03:56 * Morgan knocks gently Jul 28 12:05:44 Come in. Florrie, stop that Jul 28 12:06:08 * Morgan goes in Jul 28 12:08:21 *Florrie is jumping on the bed* Jul 28 12:08:37 Sorry, she won't break it, they're sturdy Jul 28 12:08:49 * Morgan shrugs Jul 28 12:08:54 It can be mended Jul 28 12:10:35 F: watch Ballhead!" Jul 28 12:11:05 * Morgan nods, watching her Jul 28 12:11:20 *Florrie is happily jumping* Jul 28 12:12:01 * Morgan moves closer to Alice, speaking quietly Jul 28 12:12:09 I was worried I had damaged her trust in me Jul 28 12:15:09 * Alice shakes her head Jul 28 12:15:30 She's been fine since Jul 28 12:16:03 * Morgan nods Jul 28 12:16:08 good. Are you alright? Jul 28 12:17:34 * Alice nods Jul 28 12:17:57 It happens sometimes with children, I'm just grateful you and Heinzharold realised Jul 28 12:18:40 All HeinzHarold. I just trust his judgement Jul 28 12:19:56 * Alice nods, watching Florrie Jul 28 12:20:15 She's very precious to me. She's my world Jul 28 12:20:29 * Morgan nods Jul 28 12:20:36 Oh I know. Its obvious Jul 28 12:21:59 * Alice nods "I'll thank Heinzharold shortly" Jul 28 12:22:16 * Morgan nods Jul 28 12:22:21 Its given him a bit of a fright Jul 28 12:22:51 He'll be a good father Jul 28 12:23:16 * Morgan nods Jul 28 12:23:20 Just like his father Jul 28 12:25:03 * Alice smiles "you knew his father well then?" Jul 28 12:25:36 Not for as long as I'd have liked... but he played a big part in shaping who I am, what I value Jul 28 12:27:24 * Alice nods Jul 28 12:27:37 Was he as handsome as Heinzharold? Jul 28 12:28:20 When he was younger, probably. He was handsome when I knew him I suppose... Jul 28 12:32:37 * Alice nods Jul 28 12:33:35 *Florrie comes over to Morgan* Ballhead not watching! Jul 28 12:34:07 Sorry sweetheart Jul 28 12:40:09 F: hands. Jul 28 12:40:42 * Morgan holds his hands out Jul 28 12:41:07 *she holds his hands so she can jump even higher, giggling* high! Jul 28 12:41:44 * Morgan nods, keeping hold of her Jul 28 12:44:49 *Florrie looks happy* Jul 28 12:47:10 * Morgan smiles, helping her bounce Jul 28 12:49:15 She's perfectly fine Jul 28 12:51:03 * Morgan nods Jul 28 12:51:11 Aye, and she doesn't seem wary of me Jul 28 12:54:36 * Alice smiles, watching them Jul 28 12:54:50 No, not at all. She's always liked you Jul 28 12:55:05 * Morgan nods Jul 28 12:55:08 surprising Jul 28 12:56:42 * Alice nods Jul 28 12:56:56 It is, she's normally so shy Jul 28 12:57:33 * Morgan nods Jul 28 12:57:40 I wonder how she'll be with my brother Jul 28 12:59:58 I don't know, she loves talking to him in the mirror, but in person who knows Jul 28 13:00:40 * Morgan nods Jul 28 13:00:48 Going to be difficult Jul 28 13:01:42 * Alice nods Jul 28 13:02:00 It's a lot for everyone Jul 28 13:02:31 * Morgan nods Jul 28 13:02:36 definitely Jul 28 13:05:17 How are you feeling about it? Jul 28 13:05:41 apprehensive. I want it to go well Jul 28 13:08:28 * Alice nods Jul 28 13:08:42 It won't be on you if it doesnt Jul 28 13:09:08 Perhaps. I think I will always wonder what else I could have done though Jul 28 13:12:42 What are you worrying will happen? Jul 28 13:14:29 That she will not bond with him. Jul 28 13:16:00 Then we'll keep trying as she gets older Jul 28 13:16:33 * Morgan nods Jul 28 13:16:46 I'm really hoping it doesn't come to that Jul 28 13:18:50 * Alice nods Jul 28 13:19:06 He's going to come early? Jul 28 13:20:22 Fairly, yes Jul 28 13:23:11 *the plan at present is for Edward to arrive on the 16th after they all arrive on the 7th, and for him to stay until the end of the month* Jul 28 13:24:00 Currently we should arrive around the seventh, he will arrive about the sixteenth Jul 28 13:24:11 * Alice nods Jul 28 13:24:37 That will give us time to settle in before Edward comes then Jul 28 13:24:50 F: *she looks around* where Vati? Jul 28 13:25:39 He's at home in Graben sweetheart Jul 28 13:27:58 F: when see? Jul 28 13:28:41 In a few weeks Jul 28 13:28:49 We'll speak to him with the mirror on sunday Jul 28 13:29:19 *Florrie smiles* okay Jul 28 13:29:32 Is his wife coming too? Jul 28 13:29:53 She's meant to be joining him later Jul 28 13:30:39 * Alice nods Jul 28 13:31:22 It will be good for him to be able to focus on Florrie Jul 28 13:32:10 * Morgan nods Jul 28 13:32:15 That was my thinking behind it Jul 28 13:34:18 * Alice nods Jul 28 13:34:32 It's a tough situation Jul 28 13:35:16 * Morgan nods Jul 28 13:35:18 very Jul 28 13:37:35 Do you think we all did the right thing? Jul 28 13:39:31 Overall, yes. Even if it doesn't work out as we hope when they meet, you're both in a better place Jul 28 13:40:32 * Alice nods Jul 28 13:40:50 I'm glad he's happy Jul 28 13:42:01 It'll all shake out I reckon Jul 28 13:43:23 * Alice nods Jul 28 13:43:43 F: *she shakes her body* shake? Jul 28 13:44:18 * Morgan chuckles Jul 28 13:44:23 Thats right, shake Jul 28 13:45:03 F: *she does it more, grinning* Ballhead shake! Jul 28 13:45:37 * Morgan nods, shaking himself Jul 28 13:47:11 *Florrie laughs, shaking more* Mama shake! Jul 28 13:47:21 * Alice joins in, laughing Jul 28 13:49:52 * Morgan slows to a stop Jul 28 13:50:12 Alright. I need to go and speak to James and HeinzHarold Jul 28 13:51:37 *Florrie hugs him* Jul 28 13:52:11 * Morgan cuddles her Jul 28 13:52:15 I'll see you later sweetheart Jul 28 13:53:27 * Alice lets him out Jul 28 13:55:00 * Morgan goes in search of James Jul 28 13:56:02 *James is found in his room. He sounds muffled when he says come in* Jul 28 13:56:12 * Morgan goes inside Jul 28 13:56:39 * Alice is now known as James Jul 28 13:57:12 * James is on the floor changing Thomas, clean nappy cloth in his mouth Jul 28 13:57:31 Want some help? Jul 28 13:58:32 * James shakes his head. He gets the baby clean before putting the new nappy cloth under him Jul 28 13:58:40 We're fine, we're used to it Jul 28 13:59:28 * Morgan nods, watching them Jul 28 13:59:40 Has Claudia spoken with you? Jul 28 14:00:27 * James is smiling at the baby as he gets every pinned in place Jul 28 14:00:56 No, sorry *Thomas watches James* Jul 28 14:01:24 * Morgan nods, watching them quietly for a few moments Jul 28 14:02:35 * James kisses Thomas's face when they're done, making the baby coo Jul 28 14:03:37 * Morgan smiles Jul 28 14:03:46 Its wonderful to see how you've bonded together Jul 28 14:04:32 * James smiles, scooping him up before standing Jul 28 14:04:57 * James nods "how could I not love him when he's part of her" Jul 28 14:05:28 * Morgan nods, looking at the boy Jul 28 14:05:39 I'm very much looking forward to more of this Jul 28 14:06:27 *Thomas looks chubbier now, a very healthy baby of four months, still with Elsie's eyes* Jul 28 14:06:38 They're a gift from God Jul 28 14:08:22 * Morgan smiles as he watches Thomas Jul 28 14:08:35 I'm afraid we will likely need your assistance later Jul 28 14:08:49 Did you want a cuddle? Jul 28 14:10:02 * Morgan nods, gently taking the boy Jul 28 14:10:07 Never ever turn that offer down Jul 28 14:10:36 *Thomas feeds nice and sturdy, and smells like clean baby and breastmilk* Jul 28 14:10:45 What do you need help with? Jul 28 14:12:04 I had a nightmare about another ship running into us after dark and its made me a little on edge, so we're having extra watch and lanterns as the light fades. Rather than moving all the crews watches around, I was hoping that you, HeinzHarold and I would be able to pitch in Jul 28 14:16:41 * James nods Jul 28 14:16:51 Of course I will Jul 28 14:17:10 We'll try not to keep you away from this young man too long Jul 28 14:18:37 * James smiles Jul 28 14:18:54 I do miss him when I don't see him Jul 28 14:19:01 * Morgan nods Jul 28 14:19:03 A father does Jul 28 14:20:39 * James nods Jul 28 14:21:01 I will be glad when it's all set in stone Jul 28 14:21:45 * Morgan nods Jul 28 14:21:51 Do you need anything for the wedding? Jul 28 14:23:20 * James shakes his head Jul 28 14:24:05 No, it's just going to be simple. Elsie has to convert too, and there's the baptism. Jul 28 14:24:43 * Morgan nods Jul 28 14:24:45 alright Jul 28 14:27:43 * James smiles "I can't wait to make her my wife. I didn't have any idea I would find a woman so good and so kind" Jul 28 14:28:16 It was so lovely watching that blossom between the two of you Jul 28 14:29:18 * James nods "I'm the luckiest man in the world" Jul 28 14:30:24 * Morgan smiles, handing Thomas back Jul 28 14:30:46 I'd best find HeinzHarold, let him know what I've signed him up for Jul 28 14:31:21 * James nods, smiling Jul 28 14:31:28 I'll be there on time Jul 28 14:32:05 * Morgan nods, thanking him before going to find HeinzHarold Jul 28 14:34:55 * James is now known as HH Jul 28 14:35:52 * HH is getting coffee, Inga is with him. He whispers something in her ear that makes her giggle Jul 28 14:36:13 hey Jul 28 14:38:24 Hey man Jul 28 14:38:56 How you both doing? Jul 28 14:40:48 We're good, man Jul 28 14:41:04 I: Heinzharold slapped my bottom and said boing. Jul 28 14:41:15 * Morgan sniggers Jul 28 14:41:18 I'm not surprised Jul 28 14:41:26 * HH grins Jul 28 14:41:34 It's got good bounce to it Jul 28 14:41:42 *Inga blushes* Jul 28 14:42:49 * Morgan chuckles Jul 28 14:42:56 Need a favour tonight Jul 28 14:46:16 On a promise, are ya? *he grins* Jul 28 14:46:48 What? No, you plank. I want more people and lights as the light wanes. You got volunteered Jul 28 14:46:58 * HH nods Jul 28 14:47:07 No problem, I'll be there Jul 28 14:47:51 * Morgan nods Jul 28 14:48:01 thanks. I've been to check on Florrie. She's absolutely fine Jul 28 14:49:30 * HH nods Jul 28 14:49:37 That's good Jul 28 14:51:07 * Morgan nods, getting coffee for himself and Molly Jul 28 14:53:13 I: Did you have a nice quiet hour? Jul 28 14:53:26 * Morgan nods Jul 28 14:54:04 Molly napped, I dozed. Had a dream I'm still trying to make sense of, but its nothing important Jul 28 14:55:20 I: no more warnings? Jul 28 14:56:00 Not so far Jul 28 14:56:16 Still a bit concerned about the last one, mind... Jul 28 14:56:35 We're rock solid, man Jul 28 14:56:41 *Inga giggles* Jul 28 14:56:48 * Morgan nods, frowning Jul 28 14:56:59 Elsie said something, almost verbatim, that Molly said in the dream... Jul 28 14:57:13 Yeah? Jul 28 14:57:20 * Morgan nods Jul 28 14:57:27 Not sure what to make of it Jul 28 14:58:34 Coincidence? Jul 28 14:58:50 I don't really believe in that anymore Jul 28 15:00:05 * HH nods Jul 28 15:00:30 Only place we're really vulnerable is in the rear Jul 28 15:01:07 * Morgan nods Jul 28 15:01:08 The tiller Jul 28 15:01:38 Was thinkin' the studies and bedrooms, all th' glass Jul 28 15:01:46 Good point Jul 28 15:02:23 I: We'd be too high for water to get in though? Jul 28 15:03:03 * Morgan nods Jul 28 15:03:14 Aye, its near the waterline you want to worry about that Jul 28 15:04:58 *she nods* it's probably not going to be a problem Jul 28 15:05:38 Probably Jul 28 15:07:35 Forewarned is forearmed. *he chuckles* Havin' four arms could be fun, ackshully Jul 28 15:08:04 Imagine how easy climbing would be Jul 28 15:08:17 I: *she smiles* I have enough trouble with the two hands he already has! Jul 28 15:10:05 * Morgan chuckles Jul 28 15:10:46 She wasn't complaining fifteen minutes ago! In fact, I coulda done with a couple more 'ands! Jul 28 15:11:18 * Morgan laughs, picking up a jug of coffee and cups Jul 28 15:11:31 I'm going to take this back to Molly before I do a little more work Jul 28 15:11:45 I: we'll be there soon Jul 28 15:12:29 * Morgan nods, heading back to his study Jul 28 15:24:02 *the others are gathered there, except Claudia who is working* Jul 28 15:25:21 * Morgan finds somewhere to sit while he drinks his coffee Jul 28 15:26:59 *everyone is content, no one looks worried about what happened to Florrie* Jul 28 15:27:25 * Morgan looks at the glass at the back of the ship for a while before refilling his cup Jul 28 15:27:38 I've got a few bits to finish up in the hold Jul 28 15:28:31 M: Alright, my love, we'll see you later Jul 28 15:28:44 * Morgan nods, heading down to the hold to get to work Jul 28 15:29:34 *he gets several quiet hours before he knows it's time to start preparing for the extra surveillance* Jul 28 15:30:02 * Morgan goes back to his study for a coat and to check in with everyone before going up on deck Jul 28 15:31:34 * HH and James come with him. It is already getting a little foggy, and it's just before six, Claudia still on duty Jul 28 15:31:40 * HH is now known as Claudia Jul 28 15:31:55 Weather front came in from nowhere Jul 28 15:32:19 * Morgan nods Jul 28 15:32:27 Sounds familiar. Jul 28 15:33:46 * Morgan looks at HeinzHarold Jul 28 15:34:04 Reckon its worth getting the others holed up in the ballroom away from the glass? Jul 28 15:35:32 HH: couldn' hurt Jul 28 15:36:18 * Morgan nods, sending someone to do just that Jul 28 15:39:37 * Claudia gives orders for more lanterns to be lit. The fog keeps building, and the visibility drops. Sorgi comes up Jul 28 15:40:29 Cap'n Jul 28 15:42:27 S: *he looks around* Alright, let's get her speed down, we don't want to ram anyone Jul 28 15:42:44 * Morgan nods, going to work Jul 28 15:45:09 *it gets so foggy in the following hour that it's getting very dark earlier than it should Jul 28 15:45:16 * Claudia is now known as HH Jul 28 15:46:29 Bit eerie, can nearly see the end o' my nose Jul 28 15:46:44 * Morgan nods, looking round Jul 28 15:46:46 I hate fog Jul 28 15:48:31 * HH nods Jul 28 15:48:43 Find me a sailor who doesn'! Jul 28 15:49:10 * Morgan nods Jul 28 15:49:17 Even being up high doesn't bloody help Jul 28 15:51:28 * HH nods Jul 28 15:51:33 Yep. Jul 28 15:52:08 * Morgan scowls, moving to the side to keep watch Jul 28 15:53:52 *it starts to get very tense, slowed right down and waiting* Jul 28 15:54:40 * Morgan takes a deep breath, trying to improve his concentration and focus Jul 28 15:57:42 *it feels almost like a meditation, though he's still aware* Jul 28 15:58:36 * Morgan tries to settle into it, waiting Jul 28 15:59:29 [my love, have you tried magic?] Jul 28 15:59:45 * Morgan huffs, reaching out with his magic Jul 28 16:01:15 *he can just sense the heat of lanterns at their five o'clock. They're moving towards the Rose far faster than she is moving away* Jul 28 16:01:49 * Morgan draws a breath before bellowing for hard to starboard and increased sail Jul 28 16:06:59 *despite the fact that he's not the Captain, everyone falls into line and there's an explosion of activity to see to this, his beloved ship moving just as he pictures Jul 28 16:07:30 * Morgan rushes toward the rear to watch for the ship Jul 28 16:10:01 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 28 16:23:24 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.150) has joined Jul 28 16:25:49 *it becomes visible, the lights slowly cutting through* Jul 28 16:25:53 Shit! Jul 28 16:26:12 * Morgan mutters Jul 28 16:26:20 Come on lass, you can get out of this Jul 28 16:28:14 *The Rose does clear the way of the smaller ship, but it's close enough that he can count their lights and hear their shouts in Vesten* Jul 28 16:28:27 * Morgan bellows in Vesten about them being idiots Jul 28 16:33:11 *someone shouts in Vesten "Sorry! It's like Niflheimr ((world of fog)) out here!* Jul 28 16:33:30 * Morgan grumbles, hurrying to find Sorgi Jul 28 16:33:37 * HH is now known as Sorgi Jul 28 16:34:04 * Sorgi is at prow, watching ahead of them Jul 28 16:34:12 Fucking idiots Jul 28 16:34:24 * Morgan casts about with his magic again Jul 28 16:34:45 *the Vesten ship is the only thing he can sense* Jul 28 16:35:11 They were going far too fast for the conditions Jul 28 16:35:32 * Morgan nods Jul 28 16:35:42 I think we can stand down... there's no-one else around Jul 28 16:36:59 [That was close] Jul 28 16:37:13 * Sorgi nods, giving the command Jul 28 16:37:43 [we were certainly going fast and hard for a while! Are you alright?] Jul 28 16:37:54 [Yes. You?] Jul 28 16:39:20 [fine, my love] Jul 28 16:40:29 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 28 17:02:55 * Sorgi has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jul 28 22:27:05 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.150) has joined Jul 28 22:28:00 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Jul 28 22:29:13 * Morgan looks at Sorgi Jul 28 22:29:33 I hope I haven't damaged our friendship by going over you Jul 28 22:29:45 Not at all, m'lord Jul 28 22:29:50 * MollyK is now known as Sorgi Jul 28 22:30:11 Good. I would truly hate for that to be the case Jul 28 22:30:27 How did you know? Jul 28 22:30:55 * Morgan glances round to see if anyones in earshot Jul 28 22:33:23 *they aren't Jul 28 22:34:10 You know how if you've got a load of cups in front of you and one is hot you can feel it without touching it? Jul 28 22:34:54 * Sorgi nods Jul 28 22:35:03 I do Jul 28 22:35:25 I can do similar with body heat and lanterns and things.... From a distance. You understand? Jul 28 22:38:28 * Sorgi nods Jul 28 22:39:15 Well done, m'lord. We would have survived it, but the speed they were running at, and the weight we are, they'd have wrecked theirs Jul 28 22:39:38 * Morgan nods Jul 28 22:40:19 And the back of the ship... all that glass... I think... I'm going to spend a few minutes thanking Theus. Jul 28 22:41:33 * Sorgi nods, smiling "His gift to you serves us all" Jul 28 22:42:43 * Morgan nods, letting out a breath, casting about with his magic once more Jul 28 22:43:25 *it's all quiet, the Vesten ship out of his range. The fog is starting to lift* Jul 28 22:43:39 I think... we're probably out of danger... Do you want us remaining on watch? Jul 28 22:44:04 * Sorgi shakes his head Jul 28 22:44:31 We'll weigh anchor for the night. We're further east than we planned, but we'll correct in the morning Jul 28 22:45:22 * Morgan nods In that case, I'll take the others below Jul 28 22:46:59 * Sorgi nods, smiling Jul 28 22:47:04 Goodnight, m'lord Jul 28 22:47:36 * Morgan inclines his head, going to fetch HeinzHarold and James Jul 28 22:49:37 *they join him, going below. There's girly gossip going on in the ballroom, he can hear the giggling* Jul 28 22:49:44 * Sorgi is now known as Molly Jul 28 22:50:21 A: No, Edward was the last. It's been... well, since October sixty seven. Jul 28 22:51:11 My god, you poor thing! *Inga and Elsie also make a noise of sympathy* Jul 28 22:51:34 * Morgan shoves HeinzHarold against the wall near the door Jul 28 22:51:51 HH: Hey! Wassat for?! Jul 28 22:52:12 Not my fault you trip over your own feet Jul 28 22:52:17 $needed some noise man, sorry$ Jul 28 22:52:29 U: It is common in Capperlucia. I still have my hymen intact. Jul 28 22:53:01 * Molly shushes the women, obviously having heard them and realising Jul 28 22:53:23 HH: *He looks at Morgan* $did not need to know that!$ Jul 28 22:53:40 * Morgan smiles slightly, pushing the door open Jul 28 22:54:21 * Molly is blushing, as is Inga. Alice looks surprised, and Uinise looks completely unflustered by the honesty that is so normal there Jul 28 22:54:54 *the children are all asleep on cushions and blankets in one darker corner* Jul 28 22:55:28 I dread to think what you were talking about, going by the blushes going on... Jul 28 22:55:51 U: My hymen Jul 28 22:56:33 * Molly goes even redder, Inga is trying not to laugh, HH snorts inadvertently. James just looks confused Jul 28 22:56:57 About what I thought then. Is everyone alright? Jul 28 22:57:39 We're all fine liebling. Cook says dinner will be a little late. Shall we put the children to bed? Jul 28 22:57:55 Probably a good idea Jul 28 23:00:18 *they all go to do this, Molly carrying Emil which leaves him Varick Jul 28 23:00:45 * Molly waits til they're all tucked in before saying "what happened?" Jul 28 23:01:51 Really thick fog, we slowed right down. At your suggestion, I groped about and found heat sources coming at us from five o'clock at a ridiculous speed, so I called for hard to starboard and crowding on sails to get out of the way Jul 28 23:02:46 * Molly nods Jul 28 23:03:03 I don't know why I didn't just use mine Jul 28 23:03:34 * Morgan shrugs Jul 28 23:03:40 You were looking after everyone else Jul 28 23:05:17 Mostly we were settling the children and gossiping Jul 28 23:05:42 So I heard Jul 28 23:05:50 * Molly giggles Jul 28 23:05:57 Poor Alice! Jul 28 23:06:06 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:06:19 quite. Though... it had been nearly so long for me... Jul 28 23:06:36 * Molly nods thoughtfully Jul 28 23:06:44 Yes, I suppose so... Jul 28 23:08:15 * Molly shakes it off, then glances at him with mischief "the offer had been there quite a while before you took it though!" Jul 28 23:08:33 * Morgan rummages around, pulling a bottle of vodka out Jul 28 23:08:39 What were you thinking? Jul 28 23:09:47 That it's actually odd for me to think now that you had a regular intimate life before me... that there was a "last time" for you, and how we never realise anything is the last until afterwards Jul 28 23:10:19 * Morgan nods, pouring himself a large measure Jul 28 23:10:25 Would you like some? Jul 28 23:10:35 * Molly nods, watching him Jul 28 23:10:39 I've upset you. Jul 28 23:11:00 No. It is an uncomfortable subject, for both of us I imagine Jul 28 23:11:12 * Molly tilts her head Jul 28 23:11:38 Nowhere near as much as it once was for me Jul 28 23:11:49 * Morgan nods, sipping the vodka Jul 28 23:14:14 * Molly drinks some of hers "I suppose in some ways it no longer feels like it once did. You aren't comparing, and it's just part of your life experiences before me. I've spent months on a ship with you, but before me you spent months on a ship with other people. It doesn't change the journey we made together. It doesn't make our sailing less Jul 28 23:14:15 valuable. Jul 28 23:14:33 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:14:35 Indeed Jul 28 23:14:47 It is still as awkward for you? Jul 28 23:15:49 A little I think Jul 28 23:15:58 Would you tell me why? Jul 28 23:16:08 * Molly sits on the couch Jul 28 23:18:03 I don't imagine talking about your sex life with a previous partner is particularly easy for anyone Jul 28 23:18:21 * Molly smiles Jul 28 23:18:29 I'm afraid I do not know Jul 28 23:18:48 * Morgan nods, sipping his drink Jul 28 23:19:59 I am glad you were happy, that you can look back on your marriage confident that you were both happy. It would be sad if you had come from a marriage that left you with internal scars Jul 28 23:20:27 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:20:29 Yes it would Jul 28 23:21:14 * Molly nods "does it seem strange as the time passes, or does it feel still very recent?" Jul 28 23:22:43 It varies, really. It'd probably be less so if it weren't for the dreams Jul 28 23:24:38 * Molly nods sadly "it keeps the pain fresh?" Jul 28 23:24:44 A bit, yes Jul 28 23:24:51 * Morgan takes a mouthful of vodka Jul 28 23:25:30 Your nightmares of the fire have not come for a long time now Jul 28 23:25:52 No... now its all kinds of new and interesting trauma Jul 28 23:26:39 Some of it sounds pleasant though, Jul 28 23:26:49 Some of it, aye Jul 28 23:28:03 I would like that. You get to make love to me for the first time very often, it seems? Jul 28 23:28:36 Never actually -do- that though Jul 28 23:28:44 No? Jul 28 23:29:05 * Morgan shakes his head, taking another large mouthful Jul 28 23:30:08 I would like to dream something where I deflower you! *she smiles* but alas, it never happens! Jul 28 23:30:29 There was that path where I got you pregnant... Jul 28 23:30:47 * Molly nods Jul 28 23:31:05 That was your dream though. I am sorry I missed it! Jul 28 23:32:52 true Jul 28 23:32:56 * Molly tilts her head "You get my pregnant very frequently in dreams, don't you? Drunk in Carleon where Florrie then comes to us. Then when I am Jaeger's widow and have Will and Connie... And also when you and Heinzharold fall out over me. Jul 28 23:33:09 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:33:11 aye Jul 28 23:33:28 * Molly giggles "Maybe that is your wishful thinking!" Jul 28 23:33:42 Its not me that controls these dreams... Jul 28 23:34:04 Maybe I just get pregnant easily and often on the paths Jul 28 23:34:45 * Molly sips the vodka Jul 28 23:35:17 Maybe once the herbs are out of your system you will in reality Jul 28 23:35:45 Oh I do hope so *she smiles* September First, ideally! Jul 28 23:36:19 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:36:42 So, why are we drinking Vodka, my love? Jul 28 23:37:23 Because I refuse to drink the expensive whiskeys to try to erase what I now know about Uinise Jul 28 23:37:35 * Morgan smiles slightly Jul 28 23:39:37 * Molly giggles Jul 28 23:40:13 It's too late for me, I have already considered that that means she likely hasn't utilised their devices! Jul 28 23:42:44 Thank you... -so much- for that information Jul 28 23:42:58 * Molly giggles again Jul 28 23:43:09 You are very welcome, mon petit chou! Jul 28 23:43:39 * Morgan shakes his head, sipping his drink Jul 28 23:43:53 We haven't utilised ours, either... Jul 28 23:44:26 No, we haven't Jul 28 23:44:51 Have you had second thoughts about it? Jul 28 23:45:19 I haven't had any thoughts about it. I've been occupied Jul 28 23:47:22 * Molly nods Jul 28 23:47:31 One day, maybe Jul 28 23:48:00 .me nods Jul 28 23:48:02 Aye Jul 28 23:49:58 * Molly sips the vodka again, watching him quietly a few moments Jul 28 23:50:18 What is really on your mind, because I suspect it is not Uinise's hymen. Jul 28 23:50:49 You realise we cannot ask the Nieblungen to rid me of these dreams... Jul 28 23:51:11 We could, but... Jul 28 23:51:54 * Morgan nods, sipping the vodka Jul 28 23:52:32 * Molly sighs "But you wouldn't, even if you could." Jul 28 23:52:54 No. Jul 28 23:53:06 No matter how bad they get? Jul 28 23:53:33 For those rare occasions they allow me to keep you all safe? No. Jul 28 23:53:47 It is worth it? Jul 28 23:54:06 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:54:13 Yes. Jul 28 23:54:20 * Molly nods Jul 28 23:54:40 I wish I could do more to help Jul 28 23:54:59 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:55:21 I know. I think... I'm going to find somewhere quiet and have a little conversation with Theus Jul 28 23:56:47 * Molly looks a little surprised, but smiles "Alright, my love, I'll go and see about dinner" Jul 28 23:57:08 Sure? I was going to go climb the rigging... Jul 28 23:57:25 I will do whatever you prefer, as always Jul 28 23:58:30 I'll stay, no point in delaying things Jul 28 23:59:01 * Molly giggles Jul 28 23:59:07 No pun intended?! Jul 28 23:59:13 Quite so Jul 28 23:59:50 * Molly kisses his cheek "I'll see you in a bit, my love"