**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Sep 20 08:31:18 2023 Sep 20 08:31:18 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Sep 20 10:04:29 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Sep 20 10:06:01 *back in his room he catches a glimpse of Molly reflected in the mirror as she's dressing, just as her plain white shift covers the black satin and lace of the shorts of the last lingerie he bought her* Sep 20 10:06:35 * Morgan wanders in to watch her dressing Sep 20 10:08:57 * MollyK pulls the shift right down before putting the corset on on top. She smiles "good morning, my love" Sep 20 10:09:09 Morning blossom. How're you feeling? Sep 20 10:11:22 Well, thank you. What about you? *she starts doing the laces* Sep 20 10:12:08 * Morgan shrugs Sep 20 10:12:10 I'm alright Sep 20 10:13:23 * MollyK nods Sep 20 10:13:31 Would you like to lace me up? Sep 20 10:13:42 * Morgan nods, moving to do so Sep 20 10:15:31 * MollyK sighs happily Sep 20 10:15:36 You smell good Sep 20 10:15:44 I smell of sweat Sep 20 10:16:23 Mmhmm Sep 20 10:18:08 *it's going to take a bit more effort to get it as tight as she likes it, but he knows she's already self-conscious of the weight she's gained eating in Capperlucia* Sep 20 10:19:18 You want it tight, or with a bit of moving space? Sep 20 10:19:50 Tight, my dresses don't fit quite right otherwise Sep 20 10:20:34 * Morgan nods, pulling on the laces hard, getting it as she likes it Sep 20 10:21:08 * MollyK shivers a little "that's nice" Sep 20 10:22:57 * Morgan nods, making sure the corset is straight before tying it off Sep 20 10:24:00 * MollyK leans back to him "thank you, my love" Sep 20 10:24:57 * Morgan wraps his arms around her Sep 20 10:25:00 You're welcome blossom Sep 20 10:26:05 * MollyK turns her head a bit, kissing him on the jawline Sep 20 10:26:12 How was your night? Sep 20 10:26:55 Alright... how was yours after... Sep 20 10:27:02 After...? Sep 20 10:27:09 Your nightmare Sep 20 10:27:18 I had a nightmare? Sep 20 10:27:29 * Morgan nods Sep 20 10:27:38 You did. Though I sus[ect it was more than that Sep 20 10:28:03 I'm afraid I don't recall a nightmare Sep 20 10:28:18 I see... Sep 20 10:31:00 * MollyK puts her hands over his "All I recall dreaming was that we were playing hide and seek with a toddler, and we weren't doing much seeking" Sep 20 10:31:11 * Morgan nods Sep 20 10:31:19 That was afterwards, once you'd gone back to sleep Sep 20 10:32:47 * MollyK nods "you weren't here when I woke from it" Sep 20 10:34:10 No, I was up and about... I'd arranged to meet Claudia at first light Sep 20 10:35:35 * MollyK smiles Sep 20 10:35:45 You're on best behaviour anyway Sep 20 10:36:02 Indeed I am Sep 20 10:36:54 * MollyK nods Sep 20 10:37:00 What was my nightmare? Sep 20 10:38:02 You were bound in a dark cavern, and you could hear this voice... it was offering you the power to remake the world as you saw fit but you could be a part of it no longer Sep 20 10:40:03 That's odd Sep 20 10:40:28 I don't believe it was a nightmare. I think it was an offer, an attempt to divert you Sep 20 10:40:45 From the convergence? Sep 20 10:41:58 * Morgan nods Sep 20 10:42:03 From the path we are walking Sep 20 10:42:25 * MollyK nods Sep 20 10:42:34 But we are still here Sep 20 10:43:35 * Morgan nods Sep 20 10:43:41 You had not made a decision Sep 20 10:44:09 I wouldn't leave you Sep 20 10:44:16 * Morgan sighs Sep 20 10:44:24 Thats not what you were saying last night I'm afraid Sep 20 10:44:42 I'm sorry, I don't remember it Sep 20 10:44:54 * Morgan nods Sep 20 10:44:55 I know Sep 20 10:45:07 You are where I want to be Sep 20 10:46:10 Consciously, maybe. You were making significant arguments to the contrary last night Sep 20 10:47:47 I can see why one would be tempted, but it's not what I want Sep 20 10:47:54 * Morgan nods Sep 20 10:47:54 Good Sep 20 10:48:06 I think it was a trick anyway Sep 20 10:52:31 Oh? Sep 20 10:53:03 As I explained last night... offers made under duress are not genuine Sep 20 10:56:01 * MollyK nods Sep 20 10:56:15 You are fretting on it? Sep 20 10:56:49 Somewhat, yes Sep 20 10:58:33 * MollyK turns in his arms, wrapping hers around his neck Sep 20 10:59:10 I'm going nowhere. I swear it. No inducement could take me away from you. Sep 20 11:00:03 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:00:05 Alright love Sep 20 11:01:01 You are stuck with me, my love Sep 20 11:01:45 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:01:48 good Sep 20 11:02:11 * MollyK kisses his lips chastely Sep 20 11:03:46 * Morgan smiles Sep 20 11:03:56 I need to check what time Edward will be ready to speak to us Sep 20 11:04:20 I believe it was nine. We can get off before the church services start Sep 20 11:04:48 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:04:50 Alright Sep 20 11:05:27 Does that suit? I love Foxcroft, but I will be glad to be back to normal also Sep 20 11:05:50 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:05:59 As am I Sep 20 11:06:31 * MollyK smiles "I miss certain advantages I have there" Sep 20 11:07:16 Oh? Sep 20 11:07:58 The morning one... the middle of the night one... the occassionally outdoors one Sep 20 11:08:46 Ah... yes... Sep 20 11:09:04 * MollyK nods Sep 20 11:09:13 I should finish dressing Sep 20 11:10:09 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:10:12 Yes, you should Sep 20 11:10:24 * MollyK nods, smiling Sep 20 11:10:54 It's not very good behaviour to be alone with a barely dressed women with designs up your person, hmm? Sep 20 11:11:14 Not when we have so much to get done today, no Sep 20 11:11:53 * MollyK nods, looking mischievous "I find this virtue very... cute." Sep 20 11:12:47 Cute... I see... Sep 20 11:13:11 * MollyK nods, smirking "mmhmm. Very cute" Sep 20 11:14:20 Well, cute doesn't do vigorous sex at sea, so I suppose you'll be missing out Sep 20 11:15:51 * MollyK makes a whine like a tantrum is coming, but he can see it's playful "My love! I have been good and chaste with you, but I will surely die to do so when we travel too!" Sep 20 11:16:38 You're the one who pointed out the cuteness... Sep 20 11:17:03 Only because you have bound your own hands and cannot spank me for it here! Sep 20 11:17:40 * Morgan shrugs Sep 20 11:18:30 *there's a knock at the door* Sep 20 11:19:29 Come in Sep 20 11:19:41 *HH comes in, bringing Emil* Sep 20 11:19:51 HH: someone's after bubbies Sep 20 11:20:31 So you figured you'd bring Emil along? Sep 20 11:21:01 *HH chuckles* they're not my apples Sep 20 11:21:23 * Morgan chuckles, taking Emil and kissing his head before handing him to Molly Sep 20 11:21:58 * MollyK covers the baby in kisses. HH watches them, smiling Sep 20 11:23:12 I'll go and check on the older children Sep 20 11:23:42 *HH nods, but doesn't move* Sep 20 11:23:53 * MollyK glances at him, then Morgan Sep 20 11:23:58 $Something on your mind?$ Sep 20 11:24:09 Heinzharold is staying to watch it seems! Sep 20 11:24:47 $nah, just thinking how nice it'll be to see Inga do that with ours one day$ Sep 20 11:25:39 * Morgan puts his arm around HeinzHarold Sep 20 11:25:48 Come on, you can help me wrangle the others Sep 20 11:28:54 I'll get Edward's mirror ready once I'm done, my love Sep 20 11:29:04 Thank you love Sep 20 11:30:21 * MollyK waits til HH is turned away before pushing down the shift, giving Morgan a glimpse of the neckline of the black lingerie Sep 20 11:31:16 * Morgan smiles, taking HeinzHarold to see to Varick and Florrie Sep 20 11:31:37 * MollyK is now known as HH Sep 20 11:31:43 All good? Sep 20 11:31:53 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:31:58 She doesn't remember her nightmare Sep 20 11:32:27 Lamped you in th' night, did she? Sep 20 11:32:56 No... Sep 20 11:33:17 What's goin' on then? Sep 20 11:33:59 She had a nightmare she was bound in a dark cave... no-one there but a voice, offering her the chance to change the world as she sees fit, but she can't be a part of it... Sep 20 11:34:47 Pretty weird nightmare Sep 20 11:35:19 I think it was more than that. Sep 20 11:35:50 Yeah? We need t' divert before seeing the babes? Sep 20 11:36:01 Do we? Sep 20 11:37:00 Tha's what I'm asking Sep 20 11:37:24 Don't think so. Nothing I can do about it right now Sep 20 11:38:22 I wanna say she wouldn't, but it's Molly... selfless to the point of masochism Sep 20 11:38:29 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:38:46 I did point that out last night... of course, she doesn't remember being awake and talking to me either Sep 20 11:39:21 Yeah, I get tha' from Inga sometimes Sep 20 11:39:57 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:40:09 Told her it wasn't a real offer... it was to subvert her Sep 20 11:40:20 Well o'viously Sep 20 11:40:36 Well, to those without experience, its not obvious... Sep 20 11:41:03 Guess so. Pretty well tailored though. She gets to fix everything f' everyone... Sep 20 11:41:11 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:41:21 yeah... and she thought the exact thing you expect her to Sep 20 11:41:44 Give you back Dietlinde and Jana. Sep 20 11:42:24 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:42:26 exacfly Sep 20 11:42:34 Fucks sake Sep 20 11:42:39 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:42:42 Yeah Sep 20 11:52:43 Can't be real though Sep 20 11:53:14 No, absolutely not Sep 20 11:53:38 Bit far-fetched, even for you pair Sep 20 11:54:18 If it had been all bright and happy, I might feel differently but... not like that Sep 20 11:54:38 Whatcha mean? Sep 20 11:55:27 If it'd been an offer made in a more... hospitable, calm, open environment... I -might- think it was genuine Sep 20 11:56:08 No, I mean it's just a dream Sep 20 11:56:43 * Morgan shrugs Sep 20 11:56:45 If you say so Sep 20 11:57:22 Whatcha thinkin'? Sep 20 11:57:42 That it was the opposition trying to subvert her, take her off the board, so to speak Sep 20 11:58:04 That would be bad Sep 20 11:58:17 * Morgan nods Sep 20 11:58:21 Agreed Sep 20 12:00:32 Summat to ask the short ones? Sep 20 12:00:49 * Morgan nods Sep 20 12:00:55 I'll add it to the list Sep 20 12:01:42 Big, is it? Sep 20 12:02:07 * Morgan nods Sep 20 12:02:14 But we're talking about the list now... Sep 20 12:02:26 * HH sniggers Sep 20 12:04:04 Gon' get that done before Rosie? Sep 20 12:04:26 Thats the plan, yes Sep 20 12:06:22 Leavin' th' others on the ship this time? Sep 20 12:06:44 I think so... give Molly and her family some space together Sep 20 12:12:24 * HH nods Sep 20 12:12:40 Just you, us, an' the kids then? Sep 20 12:12:46 * Morgan nods Sep 20 12:12:50 Think so, yeah Sep 20 12:15:40 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Sep 20 12:21:18 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Sep 20 12:21:38 * MollyK is now known as HH Sep 20 12:21:44 Sounds good Sep 20 12:23:05 I'll get you some time with Sebastien before I make him think I'm crazy Sep 20 12:23:31 * HH nods Sep 20 12:23:34 Aye Sep 20 12:26:14 Hes going to think I'm absolutely bonkers Sep 20 12:26:35 Is he Gon' be wrong? *he grins* Sep 20 12:27:09 Not according to popular opinion Sep 20 12:27:42 What's one more then? Sep 20 12:28:24 Indeed Sep 20 12:29:03 * HH nods "bit like you with kids" Sep 20 12:30:04 When you're as obviously gentle and loving as I am, it just sort of happens Sep 20 12:31:11 To be fair, when it comes t' kids yer not wrong Sep 20 12:31:58 * Morgan shrugs Sep 20 12:32:03 I suppose not Sep 20 12:35:34 Think you can manage t' get home without taking another back with ya? Sep 20 12:36:07 Probably... Sep 20 12:36:17 * HH chuckles Sep 20 12:36:30 Unless they're really cute, right? Sep 20 12:37:05 Thats not why, man... Sep 20 12:38:11 No, I know, jus' ragging you. Claudia got some this morning, now it's your turn Sep 20 12:38:25 * Morgan nods Sep 20 12:38:29 alright Sep 20 12:40:17 Let's see th' ones you already got Sep 20 12:40:46 * Morgan nods, opening the door Sep 20 12:41:31 *Varick and Florrie are changing Thomas together whilst Nelly supervises* Sep 20 12:42:50 $swear to god sometimes they make me want to cry$ Sep 20 12:44:14 $yeah man. Makes me broody$ Sep 20 12:44:43 * Morgan nods, watching the children Sep 20 12:44:52 F: No Varick! Got to wipe front back! Sep 20 12:45:18 V: no we don't, we just wipe the end Sep 20 12:45:30 F: No! Wipe all! Sep 20 12:45:44 * HH looks at Morgan "still wanna cry?" Sep 20 12:46:02 For somewhat different reasons, yeah Sep 20 12:47:20 *Nelly comes over* Are you nearly finished? *they both nod* N: cloth on then Sep 20 12:48:11 *they manage this, and the next squabble comes quick* V: You can't do the pin, you're too young. It's my job Sep 20 12:48:24 F: I do! I do pin! Sep 20 12:48:57 Florrie... do you want to come with me? We've got something to do Sep 20 12:49:55 F: No, do pin! Sep 20 12:50:19 * Morgan crouches down, speaking quietly Sep 20 12:50:25 Its almost time to speak to Vati Sep 20 12:51:10 F: pin! *she looks so much like Edward in his most obstinate moments that Morgan remembers from his young childhood* Sep 20 12:52:10 Tell you what, why don't you work together. Sep 20 12:53:05 V: *he sighs* yes, Vati Sep 20 12:54:19 Got to be careful though, I don't want anyone getting hurt Sep 20 12:54:28 F: *she pouts* do pin? Sep 20 12:56:02 * Morgan puts his fingers between the cloth and Thomas, just in case Sep 20 12:56:08 Come on then, lets get this pin done Sep 20 12:56:59 F: *she sticks her tongue out a little as she concentrates, just as Jana used to on occassion* Sep 20 12:57:50 * Morgan watches her Sep 20 12:57:59 Once you've got this bit done, Varick will close the pin Sep 20 12:58:42 F: *she has to push the need Sep 20 12:59:18 le hard, and so when it suddenly goes through it's into his finger* Sep 20 13:00:10 * Morgan grimaces before using his other hand to help her withdraw the needle a little and push it at the right angle Sep 20 13:00:15 There we go... just right Sep 20 13:00:33 *Florrie looks proud* did it! Sep 20 13:00:55 Well done sweetheart... now Varick can close the pin up... Sep 20 13:02:05 *Varick does so without incident* Sep 20 13:02:59 * Morgan withdraws his hand quickly, stuffing it in his pocket Sep 20 13:03:06 Well done... its good to see you work together Sep 20 13:03:42 *the baby coos from the floor, kicking his legs* Sep 20 13:04:02 * Morgan tickles his belly Sep 20 13:04:16 Where's your mama, hmm? Sep 20 13:05:28 N: she's having a bath, Master Morgan Sep 20 13:06:12 Ah... wonder if uncle HeinzHarold will look after you til your daddy is here, hmm? Sep 20 13:07:11 HH: only if I get t' dress him Sep 20 13:07:36 Fairly sure James can dress himself Sep 20 13:08:54 F: where go? Sep 20 13:10:07 Well, we'll go see Molly with Varick first, alright? Sep 20 13:10:29 F: okay ballhead Sep 20 13:11:27 * Morgan gets up Sep 20 13:11:29 Come on then Sep 20 13:12:48 *Florrie takes his hand. HH gets on the floor, making faces at the baby. Varick follows Morgan* Sep 20 13:13:04 * Morgan leads them back to his room Sep 20 13:13:36 * HH is now known as Molly Sep 20 13:16:45 * Molly is sat by the window, still feeding Emil, a shawl around them , and singing something Avalonian "Did you not hear my lady, Go down the garden singing?, Blackbird and thrush were silent, To hear the alleys ringing, O saw you not my lady, Out in the garden there?, Shaming the rose and lily, For she is twice as fair" Sep 20 13:17:09 * Morgan smiles Sep 20 13:17:17 I have encountered... children!! Sep 20 13:18:30 * Molly smiles when Varick says "Mama!" And comes to cuddle her. Florrie comes over to look at mother and child. "Lee, Eel" Sep 20 13:19:06 * Morgan smiles Sep 20 13:19:13 I don't know that song Sep 20 13:19:56 * Molly kisses Varick's cheek "Nelly was singing it yesterday" Sep 20 13:20:15 Ah, I see Sep 20 13:20:48 Is everything well? Sep 20 13:20:58 More or less, yes Sep 20 13:23:08 * Molly nods, smiling Sep 20 13:23:23 Good. I haven't set up the mirror I'm afraid Sep 20 13:24:08 * Morgan nods Sep 20 13:24:13 Thats alright, I'll take care of it Sep 20 13:24:54 F: *she looks around* where Ballhead bed? Sep 20 13:26:12 * Morgan takes a handkerchief from a pocket before wrapping it round his finger Sep 20 13:26:16 In there sweetheart Sep 20 13:26:25 F: I jump? Sep 20 13:27:00 Ok, you can do that while I get the mirror ready, but careful, ok? Sep 20 13:27:11 V: I'll go too Sep 20 13:28:10 * Morgan nods Sep 20 13:28:11 alright Sep 20 13:29:03 *the children go. Molly smiles* Sep 20 13:29:12 Finger. Sep 20 13:29:24 Minor accident Sep 20 13:30:18 * Molly holds out her hand Sep 20 13:30:26 * Morgan moves to show her Sep 20 13:31:03 * Molly takes the handkerchief off before gently kissing his fingertip, making his neck prickle Sep 20 13:31:42 I was attacked by a imp with a rapier Sep 20 13:32:46 Mmhmm... Sep 20 13:32:58 Quite savage... Sep 20 13:33:09 E: bah! Bah. Eeeee-bah! Sep 20 13:34:37 * Morgan smiles, rubbing the boys cheek Sep 20 13:34:42 Eebah? Sep 20 13:35:17 *Emil grins. There's laughter and squeaking from the bedroom* Sep 20 13:35:42 Wonder what that means Sep 20 13:37:11 * Molly smiles "I have no idea" Sep 20 13:38:13 * Morgan shakes his h head, kissing her cheek then the boys head before going to get the mirror setup Sep 20 13:41:11 *there's an interruption when breakfast comes, but they sit around together to eat. After that, Molly starts packing whilst the children play, and then it's almost nine. As she packs the mirror, she says "oh, your Mother wants to speak to you too, she suggests half after nine" Sep 20 13:41:27 * Morgan nods Sep 20 13:41:29 Alright love Sep 20 13:42:20 Best leave that out then Sep 20 13:42:28 * Molly nods Sep 20 13:43:09 F: where Vati? Sep 20 13:43:39 * Morgan gets the mirror setup, uncovering it Sep 20 13:44:40 * Molly is now known as Edward Sep 20 13:45:19 * Edward is sat there with coffee. Though he looks generally at ease, Morgan can see a little tightness around the eyes and mouth Sep 20 13:45:50 F: Vati, grew plants. *she climbs onto the chair in front of the mirror* Sep 20 13:46:07 * Morgan nods, watching him Sep 20 13:46:29 Uncle Christopher is quite grateful for her help in the hot house Sep 20 13:47:37 * Edward nods, smiling "I'm sure he is. Good morning my little princess" Sep 20 13:48:03 F: *she smiles* got pineapple. Tinkle in hot house. Sep 20 13:48:28 * Edward smiles, fully this time "accidents happen, not to worry" Sep 20 13:48:39 * Morgan shakes his head Sep 20 13:48:56 He has a little setup so he doesn't have to come back in the house if he feels the need... Sep 20 13:50:35 * Edward nods "he's always been unusual" Sep 20 13:50:49 Unheard of in our family... Sep 20 13:51:12 * Edward chuckles Sep 20 13:51:28 Do you like Foxcroft, Florrie? Sep 20 13:51:40 *she nods* make flowers everywhere Sep 20 13:53:20 She's been very good here... she's been sharing the nursery with all the boys Sep 20 13:54:37 F: *she smiles* sleep Vati bed Sep 20 13:54:48 * Morgan nods Sep 20 13:54:51 Yes, you did Sep 20 13:56:48 * Edward nods Sep 20 13:57:04 It's been many a year since I slept in the nursery Sep 20 13:57:24 Nelly still remembers you Sep 20 13:57:39 * Edward nods Sep 20 13:57:49 She was always kind Sep 20 13:59:21 * Morgan nods, smiling Sep 20 14:00:06 *Florrie starts chatting away to Edward about the flowers in the hot house and seeing him soon* Sep 20 14:00:34 [should I take the children out?] Sep 20 14:00:52 [so I can speak ti him?] Sep 20 14:02:38 [yes] Sep 20 14:02:58 [yes, please] Sep 20 14:04:19 *Molly does take them out, leaving Morgan with his brother after some goodbyes* Sep 20 14:04:38 * Morgan watches him for a moment Sep 20 14:04:43 Would you like to talk to me? Sep 20 14:05:03 * Edward sips his coffee Sep 20 14:05:09 Florrie seems well Sep 20 14:05:21 She is. Flourishing, I suppose... Sep 20 14:06:44 * Edward nods Sep 20 14:06:48 I'm glad Sep 20 14:07:05 * Morgan nods Sep 20 14:07:13 What's wrong my brother? Sep 20 14:08:51 Mina and I are... I don't know. We don't discuss it at all. Sep 20 14:09:05 It? Sep 20 14:09:28 The whole situation, coming to the baptism, Alice, Florrie Sep 20 14:09:53 * Morgan nods Sep 20 14:09:54 I'm sorry Sep 20 14:10:42 * Edward sighs Sep 20 14:10:55 None of this is going to plan Sep 20 14:11:27 [Mina has taken to not discussing anything with Edward about the baptism, Alice, Florrie... none of it] Sep 20 14:11:53 [fuck!] Sep 20 14:12:59 No. I'd talk to her... I don't want to make it worse which, realistically, is my forte Sep 20 14:13:51 No, it is not, brother. This is not on you. Sep 20 14:16:33 * Morgan sighs Sep 20 14:16:56 Go find her, would you? I want to talk with her Sep 20 14:17:14 I'll need to take the mirror Sep 20 14:18:14 Go get her, bring her back... we'll need some privacy Sep 20 14:18:39 She's dressing for church, brother Sep 20 14:21:28 Fine, take the mirror Sep 20 14:23:26 *he sees nothing after the inside of a box lid for several minutes before he hears Edward saying "Leave us" to, presumably, a maid Sep 20 14:24:23 * Morgan waits quietly Sep 20 14:29:40 Morgan wants to speak to you Sep 20 14:29:50 M: I am not dressed Sep 20 14:30:31 *he hears the box being set down* I'll help you into your robe. Sep 20 14:32:08 *there is some rustling. He can almost feel the stilted tension between the couple hundreds of miles away* M: I will ring the bell for you when we are finished Sep 20 14:32:39 As you please, Mina. Be careful with it, the edges are sharp. Sep 20 14:34:16 *the door closes as Edward retreats. Mina takes it out carefully, standing it on the dresser. She doesn't have any makeup on, and her hair is in one long braid just like he used to do Dietlinde's for bed time. She doesn't look too pleased Sep 20 14:34:20 * Edward is now known as Mina Sep 20 14:34:37 Your Excellency wished to speak urgently? Sep 20 14:35:07 Don't do that. Sep 20 14:35:37 * Mina looks very formal Sep 20 14:35:58 It is not long until we must be at Church, and we are going to town for that Sep 20 14:36:41 I know. So why don't we get all of the wrangling and formality nonsense out of the way. Sep 20 14:37:33 You want to berate me as Molly did, I assume Sep 20 14:38:10 Its crossed my mind. But you're not being awkward and stubborn and cruel are you? You're scared and you're hurting. Sep 20 14:39:34 * Mina looks a little uncomfortable Sep 20 14:39:57 Of course I am hurting Sep 20 14:40:29 And scared... right? Sep 20 14:40:44 Somewhat, I suppose Sep 20 14:41:14 * Morgan nods Sep 20 14:41:17 What of? Sep 20 14:43:04 How he will feel when he sees them, and that she gave him a child and I cannot Sep 20 14:43:59 Thats why you won't even talk about it, isn't it? You're scared you're going to lose him, that he'll see you as some sort of failure to him... yes? Sep 20 14:44:39 I realised that I am burdening Edward with these things. Better that I stay silent Sep 20 14:45:13 * Morgan draws a breath slowly Sep 20 14:46:21 Mina... you know that I love you, yes? Deeply. One of my fondest moments at all was that moment you let me in past that formality, that distance you keep. You mean so very much to me. You know this, yes? Sep 20 14:46:45 I do appreciate that you and the family care for me very much, yes Sep 20 14:48:06 You -are- family. You are my sister and I would die for you without hesitation. Sep 20 14:52:06 * Mina nods "I understand" Sep 20 14:54:48 Good... I'm going to be honest with you. Its not something that happens particularly often... you are damaging your relationship with Edward, and needlessly. He loves Florrie, as any parent should love their child, and he and Alice get along well... but he -chose- you. Through it all, his love for you has not diminished. Sep 20 14:54:56 * Morgan scratches his chin Sep 20 14:55:56 We discussed things when you had your last course... his overriding concern was you. How he could make you feel less pain, how he could show he does not carry any blame for you. Sep 20 14:56:57 It is still painful. I still feel betrayed Sep 20 14:58:20 * Morgan nods Sep 20 14:59:36 I thought you might. That is understandable. It isn't entirely correct, though, but it is understandable... but clinging to that pain isn't helping... its not helping him, its certainly not helping you, is it? Sep 20 15:13:04 One cannot simply wish away hurt and pain Sep 20 15:13:56 I know. But we cannot hold it like a security blanket because we fear what else there might be Sep 20 15:15:02 I have tried, Morgan. Sep 20 15:17:24 I'm sorry love, but its not something we can just do once and its fixed. We have to work through it every day, face what hurts us and carry on. Pulling away, avoiding it, it isn't really saving you from hurting, is it? And its adding hurt on top for the both of you Sep 20 15:18:33 But it isn't something that is finished. It will continue to be a fresh wound. Sep 20 15:21:42 I'm not so sure. Yes, you won't give him his first child, that is never going to change. But you will give him all the rest of his children. I suppose... it starts to hurt a little less once you can accept it. My pain is in most ways lessened by understanding -why- Edward did what he did. It is not erased by a long way. But I have found ways to be joyful, much as it may look otherwise, and thats what you need to do Sep 20 15:22:33 That assumes I -can- give him a child. If not, he will have to have an heir elsewhere. Sep 20 15:23:31 At times my faith has waned. Sometimes I've had none. But I have absolute faith you will be a mother to his children. Sep 20 15:25:22 I do not. I am older than I should have been. Sep 20 15:27:29 Yes, you are. I have cost you greatly. The Capperlucians are more or less experts on child bearing, and -if- you need help, you will get it. Sep 20 15:28:39 I do not see how they can help. If I am barren, it is God's will. Sep 20 15:29:53 I don't believe you are. Sometimes it just takes time. Sometimes it is difficult. Sep 20 15:31:58 What I know is that nothing has come of the three months of our marriage, and yet she became enciente with him instantly Sep 20 15:33:48 * Morgan nods Sep 20 15:34:18 Inga is not pregnant yet... Dietlinde did not catch immediately... Sep 20 15:34:45 They are not actively trying, and nor were you Sep 20 15:36:08 Not like we were trying to avoid it. Look... concentrate on getting things between the two of you better, the way its meant to be. You can't have children if you never speak, if you end up apart Sep 20 15:37:02 * Mina looks at him frankly "Do you think I made the wrong decision, for myself and for Edward?" Sep 20 15:37:32 In marrying him? Sep 20 15:43:09 * Mina nods Sep 20 15:43:40 If I had refused, he could have grown his family and lived with his daughter Sep 20 15:45:06 He could have, yes... and he'd have spent the rest of his life yearning for the woman he loves. If I didn't think you should be together, you'd know nothing of his actions, he and I would not have come to blows. You are meant to be together. Your souls cry out for eachothers Sep 20 15:45:53 * Mina nods sadly Sep 20 15:46:03 It was not supposed to be like this Sep 20 15:47:54 No... but the situation is what it is. All we can do is adapt to it and decide how we react. Sep 20 15:49:39 I cannot react happily to it Sep 20 15:50:56 No... but you can show Edward you still love him. You can still support this journey he must make to get to know his daughter. You can open and honest with him. You can realise that trying to protect him as you are is harming the both of you Sep 20 15:51:29 When he knows her, he will want to move them here Sep 20 15:51:49 Are you more worried about Florrie... or Alice? Sep 20 15:51:55 Both Sep 20 15:52:21 He will doubtless want Florrie closer... they are happy where they are, to suits them. Sep 20 15:52:50 Edward can be persuasive Sep 20 15:55:07 I know. It is a possibility, but... I don't see it. Perhaps he might want them closer, but aside from the fact I think Edward wouldn't be stupid enough to think them being in your pocket is a good idea, Alice would not want to be so close either. Do you know where they live at the moment? Sep 20 15:55:23 On Morgan's Rock Sep 20 15:55:28 * Morgan nods Sep 20 15:56:17 They have complete autonomy. Alice makes the decisions there. They are comfortable and happy there, and safe. I don't see her giving that up Sep 20 15:56:39 Perhaps Sep 20 15:57:12 You're borrowing trouble with that line of thought, though Sep 20 15:57:39 It is a difficult situation Sep 20 15:58:02 * Morgan nods Sep 20 15:58:22 Yes it is. Its not easy for me either. Its certainly not easy for Edward. Sep 20 15:59:03 I need to finish dressing for Church Sep 20 16:00:10 Will you please speak to Edward about it? Get rid of the distance between you... you both need eachother Sep 20 16:00:41 I will talk to him, but it seems futile Sep 20 16:01:36 Love, it is scary... but open your heart to him as you used to. He will hold it gently. Sep 20 16:02:41 * Mina looks sad "my heart got hurt by his actions before, it is harder to do that now" Sep 20 16:03:19 If he'd had any hope of ever seeing you again, his actions would've been different. I think you know that really Sep 20 16:06:04 I suppose I do Sep 20 16:06:19 * Morgan nods Sep 20 16:06:36 Thank you for being open with me... I'll apologise to Theus if you're late Sep 20 16:08:40 * Mina nods "Thank you. I hope Molly and I are still on good terms" Sep 20 16:08:52 * Morgan nods Sep 20 16:09:06 She is looking forward to seeing you... some shopping is just the thing, apparently Sep 20 16:09:52 * Mina smiles Sep 20 16:10:23 I concur Sep 20 16:11:45 * Morgan nods Sep 20 16:11:54 I can feel something expensive coming on/// Sep 20 16:12:24 * Mina nods Sep 20 16:12:55 Edward has already given me an indication of what I should not spend beyond Sep 20 16:13:25 * Morgan nods Sep 20 16:13:34 I should probably do the same Sep 20 16:14:35 * Mina nods Sep 20 16:14:41 And Heinzharold too Sep 20 16:15:18 * Morgan nods Sep 20 16:16:11 Alright love. Would you ring for Edward, I just want a quick word before I let you both go Sep 20 16:55:50 * Mina has quit (Quit: Igloo IRC: https://iglooirc.com) Sep 20 17:00:38 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Sep 20 17:10:23 I can feel something expensive coming on/// Sep 20 17:10:23 * Mina nods Sep 20 17:10:23 Edward has already given me an indication of what I should not spend beyond Sep 20 17:10:23 * Morgan nods Sep 20 17:10:23 I should probably do the same Sep 20 17:10:25 * Mina nods Sep 20 17:10:27 And Heinzharold too Sep 20 17:10:29 * Morgan nods Sep 20 17:10:31 Alright love. Would you ring for Edward, I just want a quick word before I let you both go Sep 20 17:11:06 *Mina does so* goodbye, Morgan Sep 20 17:11:34 Goodbye Mina. Love you. Sep 20 17:12:26 *Edward can be heard to come in, and Mina to go through to the study. He sits at the dresser. He briefly checks over the success of his shave in the proper mirror behind Morgan's* Sep 20 17:13:55 Yes brother, you look very pretty Sep 20 17:14:06 * MollyK is now known as Edward Sep 20 17:14:31 As usual. I want to make a good impression at Church, naturally Sep 20 17:15:11 * Morgan nods Sep 20 17:15:27 I won't keep you long Sep 20 17:15:46 * Edward nods Sep 20 17:16:07 Probably best Sep 20 17:16:25 * Morgan nods Sep 20 17:16:54 We've had a discussion. I have not berated her really, nor been pushy. Sep 20 17:18:10 * Edward nods Sep 20 17:18:19 Was it productive? Sep 20 17:20:45 I think so. I've asked her to speak with you, openly. The situation with Florrie still hurts, obviously, but there is much more. I don't wish to overstep so... this distance she has created between you, it isn't what you think. Sep 20 17:22:29 Brother, I think we are past over-stepping in this. I need to know anything I can to fix my marriage Sep 20 17:24:08 She is withholding her pain at not conceiving yet so as not to burden you. She is worried she will not provide you with children. She's worried you'll want to bring Florrie and Alice to Graben. She's -scared- as well as still hurting. Sep 20 17:24:52 * Edward nods seriously Sep 20 17:25:04 Alright, thank you Morgan Sep 20 17:26:08 When she comes to you, be open. Don't try to be guarded or stoic. She needs to see how much she means to you. Sep 20 17:26:26 * Edward nods Sep 20 17:27:27 I will. We have several weeks of socialising when we travel, I will ensure she has my attention too, though I have had a letter from His Grace Sep 20 17:27:48 Oh? Sep 20 17:30:32 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Sep 20 17:31:08 * MollyK (~igloo@192.168.1.127) has joined Sep 20 17:31:59 He wants to use mine and Mina's diplomatic skills to untangle the situation with Heidi and Zench's religious difference, and who is converting to what Sep 20 17:32:22 Oh, excellent... that sounds like a lot of fun Sep 20 17:33:28 * MollyK is now known as Edward Sep 20 17:33:32 Quite Sep 20 17:34:34 Seems fairly simple to me Sep 20 17:36:07 How is that, brother? Sep 20 17:37:47 She converts. She is joining Zench in marriage, leaving her, albeit new, family behind... also, I think there is quite a potential benefit to be seen as forward thinking enough and... lets say -forgiving- enough to accept a man of what was the opposition as your son in law. Quite the show of unity of Eisen. Sep 20 17:38:58 He is only a future Graf, she is a princess. His Grace would prefer they convert Sep 20 17:43:12 Hence why he would seem even more forward thinking Sep 20 17:44:24 Not many value forward-thinking Sep 20 17:44:58 sadly. It'd be a show of unity, which I think is more valuable but... I am aware my opinions are not widely valued Sep 20 17:45:57 * Edward nods Sep 20 17:46:21 For what it is worth, I think Graben is healthier for it Sep 20 17:46:48 Its worth the world Sep 20 17:47:45 * Edward nods Sep 20 17:47:53 Thank you for this Sep 20 17:48:22 Always Sep 20 17:49:00 Take care, brother. I'll write when I can Sep 20 17:49:33 Safe travels brother mine. Sep 20 17:49:55 Love to all Sep 20 17:50:16 * Morgan nods Sep 20 17:50:20 likewise Sep 20 17:50:50 * Edward covers the mirror Sep 20 17:51:06 * Morgan does likewise, quickly uncovering the one for his mother Sep 20 17:52:08 * Edward is now known as Verity Sep 20 17:53:01 *unlike his brother, Verity seems very cheerful* Sep 20 17:53:28 Good morning mother Sep 20 17:54:12 Dear boy! How are you? I've missed you Sep 20 17:54:42 And I you mother. I'm looking forward to getting home, though it has been wonderful to be here again Sep 20 17:54:53 * Verity nods Sep 20 17:54:58 How is everyone? Sep 20 17:55:43 Very well. Surprisingly, Florrie immediately took to uncle Christopher Sep 20 17:56:14 * Verity smiles Sep 20 17:56:21 That is wonderful Sep 20 17:56:39 * Morgan nods Sep 20 17:56:46 Nelly is still here Sep 20 17:58:25 * Verity smiles Sep 20 17:58:41 She was always so good to you boys Sep 20 17:59:21 * Morgan nods Sep 20 17:59:24 She found someone for me Sep 20 17:59:45 * Morgan leans down, fetching up the bear Sep 20 18:00:38 * Verity starts to cry "oh! Mr Buttons!" Sep 20 18:01:02 That was pretty much my reaction too Sep 20 18:01:15 * Verity looks so pleased Sep 20 18:01:24 Where was he?! Sep 20 18:02:03 In the attic I think Sep 20 18:02:28 Will you bring him home? Sep 20 18:02:46 * Morgan nods Sep 20 18:02:50 Oh yes indeed Sep 20 18:05:58 * Verity smiles "do the children love him?" Sep 20 18:06:12 * Morgan nods Sep 20 18:06:20 Emil was immediately all over him. Sep 20 18:07:24 * Verity nods Sep 20 18:07:34 I have some exciting news Sep 20 18:07:40 Oh? Sep 20 18:08:13 I saw Martha last night, and she has seen Sascha... Sep 20 18:08:45 Right... Sep 20 18:09:25 Hildegarde is having a baby! Sep 20 18:09:40 * Morgan blinks Sep 20 18:09:44 thats... surprising Sep 20 18:12:34 They wed in November, she felt the quickening last week Sep 20 18:13:22 Yes but... yes, that is exciting news Sep 20 18:13:31 * Verity nods Sep 20 18:14:05 Sascha is over the moon, there will only be a few months between their babies Sep 20 18:14:25 * Morgan nods Sep 20 18:14:35 Understandably so Sep 20 18:20:30 Rickon is lukewarm to the idea, apparently, though I am sure he will come around Sep 20 18:21:46 Its a huge change for him Sep 20 18:22:04 * Verity nods Sep 20 18:22:14 He's been the lone child for a Lon time Sep 20 18:22:17 Long* Sep 20 18:22:46 * Morgan nods Sep 20 18:22:59 Indeed. Sep 20 18:24:02 The child will come in August, they think Sep 20 18:25:08 Not that long at all then Sep 20 18:28:19 No, not long. Yensid is coming to visit this week, your Father and David will be home tomorrow Sep 20 18:29:49 * Morgan nods Sep 20 18:30:00 We're not -that- long behind them Sep 20 18:32:21 * Verity nods Sep 20 18:32:53 Molly's note said you should reach Hafenlohr on the seventh or eighth Sep 20 18:33:25 * Morgan nods Sep 20 18:34:01 Then I'll be taking James and Elsie to meet his mother in Innesbruck. I'll be sending some things to you for Sascha and Otto but I'd prefer they remain under cover until I can take them to them Sep 20 18:35:35 * Verity nods Sep 20 18:35:54 You'll be leaving Hafenlohr the next day, or the day after? Sep 20 18:36:13 Something like... I'm not completely sure which yet Sep 20 18:36:25 Part of me would like a day to explore my new home Sep 20 18:37:08 * Verity nods Sep 20 18:37:28 You're always so busy. You remind me of your Father when you were young Sep 20 18:37:39 * Morgan nods Sep 20 18:37:53 There's a lot to get in place, and quickly but then... I can settle down a bit Sep 20 18:39:33 * Verity nods, smiling Sep 20 18:39:50 And then we can hope for some very happy Koertig news? Sep 20 18:40:12 When Theus decides the time is right Sep 20 18:40:40 * Verity nods Sep 20 18:41:04 We will continue to pray that is soon, for you and for Edward Sep 20 18:41:36 * Morgan nods Sep 20 18:41:41 Thank you Sep 20 18:43:21 Are you going to Church now? Sep 20 18:43:56 Wrong church over here mother... I think Molly is keen to get underway Sep 20 18:46:08 * Verity nods Sep 20 18:46:27 She must be eager to see the Rosenkrantzs Sep 20 18:46:42 * Morgan nods Sep 20 18:46:53 More eager to start getting Hafenlohr as we want it I think Sep 20 18:48:07 * Verity smiles Sep 20 18:48:23 It's nice she can do so in your own home Sep 20 18:48:40 * Morgan nods Sep 20 18:48:50 I had always thought it would be in Sudlachenberg... Sep 20 18:51:27 I know, dear boy, but here she won't feel so free to make it your home in the same way as she will there Sep 20 18:51:39 No... I suppose not Sep 20 18:53:05 * Verity smiles Sep 20 18:53:32 Sudlachenburg will be here when you're ready Sep 20 18:54:04 Something to think about I think Sep 20 18:55:52 * Verity nods Sep 20 18:56:16 I will speak to you again in a few days? Sep 20 18:56:25 * Morgan nods Sep 20 18:56:39 Definitely mother. I'm looking forward to seeing you Sep 20 18:58:24 And I you, dear boy. Will you give the boys my love? Sep 20 18:58:57 Of course. Next time we can all speak I think? Sep 20 18:59:53 * Verity smiles Sep 20 18:59:57 I'd like that Sep 20 19:00:04 * Morgan nods Sep 20 19:00:14 Alright mother, I'll make sure of it next time Sep 20 19:01:53 Thank you. I love you Sep 20 19:02:17 And I you mother, to the ends of the earth Sep 20 19:04:37 * Verity looks really happy as she covers the mirror up, leaving Morgan with Mr Buttons Sep 20 19:06:38 * Morgan covers the mirror, wrapping it carefully before taking it to pack, along with the bear Sep 20 19:07:09 *everything else is fully packed* Sep 20 19:07:28 * Morgan goes to find Molly Sep 20 19:08:12 * Verity is now known as Molly Sep 20 19:08:58 * Molly and the others are all in the drawing room with Christopher. A servant he passes says he'll bring down their luggage and that the coach is ready Sep 20 19:09:16 * Morgan thanks him, heading for the drawing room Sep 20 19:10:36 *everyone is in their cloaks. Molly looks at him with concern* Sep 20 19:11:10 Time to go I suppose Sep 20 19:12:24 * Molly is now known as Christopher Sep 20 19:12:29 * Christopher comes to hug him Sep 20 19:13:18 It's been wonderful to have you all Sep 20 19:13:24 * Morgan hugs him firmly Sep 20 19:13:31 Its been wonderful being here... thank you for having us Sep 20 19:15:26 You are all welcome at Foxcroft any time Sep 20 19:16:17 * Morgan nods, letting go Sep 20 19:16:22 We'll see you in Eisen soon Sep 20 19:17:51 A few weeks, that is all Sep 20 19:18:10 * Morgan nods Sep 20 19:18:13 I look forward to it Sep 20 19:19:52 * Christopher nods, walking them all outside to where there's carriages for them back to the port, and three horses Sep 20 19:20:04 My love to your parents, dear boy Sep 20 19:20:57 * Morgan nods Sep 20 19:21:02 I'll pass it on Sep 20 19:22:39 * Christopher says goodbye to all the others, and everyone and the bird get in, except Molly. HH and Claudia are already mounted up. Molly looks back at Foxcroft before looking to Morgan sadly Sep 20 19:22:44 * Christopher is now known as Molly Sep 20 19:22:51 Are you alright? Sep 20 19:23:05 * Morgan sighs, shrugging Sep 20 19:23:58 Should I ride with you? Sep 20 19:24:48 No... I need to ride on so I have time to speak with your mothers sister Sep 20 19:27:25 * Molly nods "alright, my love" Sep 20 19:27:50 I'll be alright love Sep 20 19:28:28 * Molly nods "I'll see you at home" Sep 20 19:28:52 * Morgan nods, helping her into the carriage Sep 20 19:30:10 * Molly gently kisses his hand before letting go Sep 20 19:30:56 * Morgan closes the door before hauling himself into the saddle Sep 20 19:32:57 *they ride out as Christopher waves, passing the lake again before leaving the grounds for the four hour trip* Sep 20 19:34:51 * Morgan waits a while before explaining he needs to ride ahead to get some time to talk to someone Sep 20 19:36:58 *HH and Claudia are happy with this* Sep 20 19:37:13 * Morgan speeds the horse up Sep 20 19:57:10 *it's been 11 years since he road this way alone. He's long memorised it, so the only challenge hours later is finding the right house. One street back from the docks, a big house. There is indeed a detached cream coloured house with green window edges where they said. It looks nice, like a gentlewoman's house Sep 20 19:57:41 * Morgan knocks on the door Sep 20 19:58:03 *a maid answers* good afternoon, Sir Sep 20 19:58:08 * Molly is now known as maid Sep 20 19:58:42 *there's the sounds of female pain within the house* Sep 20 19:59:45 I'm looking for Cecily Andrews Sep 20 20:00:36 The Mistress is away to Londinium I'm afraid, Sir. Can I take a card? Sep 20 20:01:12 Damn. Perhaps you can tell me about her... she is a gentlewoman? Sep 20 20:01:30 * maid nods Sep 20 20:01:35 Yes Sir Sep 20 20:02:25 * Morgan nods Sep 20 20:02:28 Who's in pain? Sep 20 20:02:43 Someone's birthing, Sir Sep 20 20:03:20 Who's that? Sep 20 20:03:40 A girl from a few towns away, Sir Sep 20 20:03:57 She has a doctor to help her along? Sep 20 20:04:50 * maid looks a little disgusted "no Sir! Three midwives, trained by the Mistress herself" Sep 20 20:06:03 Of course... as it should be. Doctors are a bit much 'I read it in a book so I know best'... Sep 20 20:06:15 * maid smiles, nodding Sep 20 20:06:23 Not very discreet either Sep 20 20:07:19 * Morgan nods Sep 20 20:07:54 I understand the lady has a son in Catterick... Sep 20 20:08:41 I understand she has a nephew in Catterick... where her daughter lived... Sep 20 20:09:32 * maid nods solemnly "yes, Sir. But she's got nieces and nephews everywhere, very fertile family " Sep 20 20:10:06 And a sister, I believe Sep 20 20:10:12 * Morgan tries to get a fix on Molly Sep 20 20:10:25 * maid nods, thinking Sep 20 20:11:24 Think she's got three, and three brothers... no, can't be three, there was eight total Sep 20 20:11:43 *she's about three miles away* Sep 20 20:12:18 She speaks to most of them? Sep 20 20:12:58 * maid shrugs a little "most, a few have passed on" Sep 20 20:13:35 * Morgan looks around before leaning in conspiratorially Sep 20 20:13:44 Fell out with one, I understand Sep 20 20:14:15 I dunno about that, Sir. I would ask Matron if I were you Sep 20 20:14:59 Is she around? Sep 20 20:15:18 * maid nods Sep 20 20:15:27 Come in Sir. Tea? Sep 20 20:15:37 That would be lovely Sep 20 20:16:55 * maid shows him in to a little tidy parlour, and brings him tea. With it comes an old woman, stiffly starched in a navy dress. She dismisses the girl Sep 20 20:17:00 * maid is now known as Matron Sep 20 20:17:07 Good day, Sir Sep 20 20:17:25 Good day... do you prefer Matron or could I know your name? Sep 20 20:17:39 Matron is sufficient Sep 20 20:17:51 * Morgan nods, smiling Sep 20 20:18:07 Whatever you are most comfortable with. Sep 20 20:18:20 Your name or profession, Sir? Sep 20 20:21:06 My names Morgan. I'm passing through before I leave the country. I get the impression you brook no nonsense from staff or nobles alike... Sep 20 20:23:24 No Morgan, I don't Sep 20 20:23:39 * Morgan nods Sep 20 20:23:50 And you're protective of your staff and employer I feel... Sep 20 20:24:09 I am Sep 20 20:24:46 * Morgan nods Sep 20 20:25:18 Then allow me to be frank. I'm trying to find out why Ms. Andrews and her sister Martha are no longer on speaking terms Sep 20 20:26:11 * Matron watches him "I will be the same. Why is that your business?" Sep 20 20:26:27 I can rely on your discretion? Sep 20 20:26:34 Completely Sep 20 20:27:19 Martha is my mother in law... I have come to realise, in a painful way, how important family is, so I would wish to know what caused the rift and how it could be healed... if it could. Sep 20 20:30:55 * Matron doesn't wait to be offered a seat, and sits down Sep 20 20:31:16 * Morgan smiles slightly, sitting near the front of his seat Sep 20 20:31:59 We did not know if she was still alive Sep 20 20:32:21 Hardly surprising I think... what happened? Sep 20 20:34:29 They had a falling out when they were sixteen or seventeen, around when Cecily fell pregnant with Richard, and there were apparently ugly words said. Then Martha disappeared from Lord Granger's house, where she'd been working, and we never saw her again Sep 20 20:35:20 What did they fall out about? Sep 20 20:36:14 That I am less sure about, but I suspect it was Cecily's increasing Sep 20 20:36:53 Why would that cause an issue so... unless perhaps it was to do with the father? Sep 20 20:38:40 It is not a secret here in Durham that Richard's Father is the present Lord Willand of Durham. Sep 20 20:39:59 I see... or rather... I don't. I don't see why that would cause so big a rift Sep 20 20:40:47 Martha was quite a highly strung girl, quite religious Sep 20 20:40:57 * Morgan smiles a little Sep 20 20:41:01 I can believe that Sep 20 20:41:47 Cecily was not a recognised mistress, and his Lordship was a young man of the same age Sep 20 20:42:17 How did it come about that Ms. Andrews became a gentlewoman? Sep 20 20:46:45 When the pregnancy resulted in Richard, his Father made her gentry, and gave her this house, money, and staff to look after his illegitimate grandson Sep 20 20:47:39 * Morgan nods Sep 20 20:47:41 I see Sep 20 20:47:46 * Matron nods Sep 20 20:48:41 Then a few years later Lucinda came along, but after that the old Lord passed, and their Father was the Lord now. He had a match made for him from infancy. Sep 20 20:48:53 * Morgan nods Sep 20 20:49:09 That is depressingly common for nobility... Sep 20 20:49:34 Yes, and rarely does the woman fare as well as Cecily has Sep 20 20:50:05 No. She is in Londinium, I believe? Sep 20 20:50:53 She is, she's visiting Richard Sep 20 20:51:57 Pity. I would've liked to have spoken to her Sep 20 20:53:57 What can I tell her about Martha? Sep 20 20:54:29 She's alive and well. If you give her my card, she is welcome to write to me Sep 20 20:55:32 * Matron nods Sep 20 20:55:48 I will do so. She has a daughter? Sep 20 20:55:55 * Morgan nods Sep 20 20:56:01 And a couple of sons Sep 20 20:56:10 * Matron smiles Sep 20 20:56:17 There was a second daughter but... she passed away in an accident Sep 20 20:56:30 * Matron nods "Luci also" Sep 20 20:57:06 So I understand... I'm told my wife looks just like her... Sep 20 20:57:49 I shouldn't think so, Luci had a very distinct hair colour Sep 20 20:58:26 Red, blue eyes... I met one of her cousins, he thought perhaps my wife was Lucinda Sep 20 20:59:18 Oh. I thought she'd be the sole one with it Sep 20 21:00:24 Apparently not. My wife's sister... her name was Cecily... Sep 20 21:00:54 * Matron looks perplexed Sep 20 21:01:07 She named her daughter after her sister... Sep 20 21:01:19 * Morgan nods Sep 20 21:01:28 While refusing completely to even discuss her Sep 20 21:01:52 I will ask Cecily to write to you urgently Sep 20 21:02:41 * Morgan nods Sep 20 21:02:54 The young lady upstairs... she has three midwives? Sep 20 21:03:01 * Matron nods Sep 20 21:03:31 It is a quiet day, the summer rush won't start for a few more weeks Sep 20 21:03:52 * Morgan nods Sep 20 21:03:58 Then she is safe, in good hands... Sep 20 21:04:05 * Matron nods Sep 20 21:04:08 Yes she is Sep 20 21:05:16 * Morgan nods Sep 20 21:05:33 good. I know of a very good medic a few miles away, but it seems she won't be needed Sep 20 21:06:27 We are very capable Sep 20 21:07:43 * Morgan nods Sep 20 21:07:48 I get that impression, yes Sep 20 21:08:26 * Matron nods "can I have your card?" Sep 20 21:08:52 * Morgan nods, standing up to fish one out of his coat before holding it out to her Sep 20 21:09:26 * Matron stands, taking it an looking it over with a raised brow Sep 20 21:09:28 I see Sep 20 21:10:21 People see the title and shut down... I hope you can forgive my reluctance Sep 20 21:11:23 I can. Often we don't know the girls true names here Sep 20 21:11:40 They come here for help... Sep 20 21:12:09 They do. They come to have their baby knowing we find the children safe and loving homes Sep 20 21:12:51 A noble cause. Sep 20 21:13:05 * Matron smiles Sep 20 21:13:18 Thank you Sep 20 21:14:08 * Morgan bows his head Sep 20 21:14:21 I'll not intrude upon your time any further... thank you for your candour Sep 20 21:14:31 * Matron inclines her head Sep 20 21:14:36 I will show you out Sep 20 21:15:25 * Morgan offers to help her up Sep 20 21:15:49 * Matron looks quite offended by this "I am not infirm!" Sep 20 21:16:15 No... but I was raised to be polite, thats all Sep 20 21:16:38 * Matron gets up easily, leading the way Sep 20 21:17:10 Good day, Sir. I will ensure she gets it Sep 20 21:17:25 Thank you, Matron. Sep 20 21:17:45 *just as he's leaving the front door, he hears the first cry of a tiny newborn* Sep 20 21:19:10 * Morgan glances back, smiling before going to his horse Sep 20 21:29:11 *the horse is docile, and he's only five minutes from the ship Sep 20 21:29:40 * Morgan makes his way there Sep 20 21:29:52 * Matron is now known as Sorgi Sep 20 21:30:59 * Sorgi is putting the finishing touches on getting the ship ready to sail. He smiles when he sees Morgan Sep 20 21:31:05 M'Lord Sep 20 21:31:29 * Morgan grins Sep 20 21:31:32 Captain Sep 20 21:31:55 We can sail as soon as you are ready Sep 20 21:33:15 * Morgan nods, trying to get a read on Molly Sep 20 21:36:45 *she's just over a mile away* Sep 20 21:38:12 The others will be here before long Sep 20 21:38:23 * Sorgi nods Sep 20 21:38:34 Have you had a nice visit? Sep 20 21:39:55 * Morgan nods Sep 20 21:40:06 I always loved it there when I was little Sep 20 21:40:56 * Sorgi nods Sep 20 21:41:15 It has been quiet here Sep 20 21:41:48 * Morgan nods Sep 20 21:41:52 You're all rested up I hope? Sep 20 21:42:23 * Sorgi nods Sep 20 21:42:53 Indeed we are, ready to go again. Would you like to do any watches on the way, m'Lord? Sep 20 21:43:19 Give me a couple of hours to think about it? Sep 20 21:43:28 * Sorgi nods Sep 20 21:43:36 Yes, m'Lord Sep 20 21:43:49 *there's a miaowing* Sep 20 21:44:24 * Morgan looks round for the cat Sep 20 21:44:52 Perhaps a command shift or two... since it'll be some time before I sail again Sep 20 21:45:27 *Ulysses looks up at him* Sep 20 21:45:42 * Morgan picks the cat up, fussing him Sep 20 21:46:24 * Sorgi nods "I could arrange that. You have seven sailing days remaining" Sep 20 21:46:54 *the cat purrs, rubbing against his chin* Sep 20 21:46:56 Is that all? Sep 20 21:47:43 * Sorgi nods Sep 20 21:48:20 The twenty ninth of March tomorrow, and you'll be a full day in Insel. We should make Freiburg on the fifth Sep 20 21:48:39 * Morgan nods, sighing Sep 20 21:48:55 How do I give it up, Sorgi? Sep 20 21:49:53 Well, m'Lord, you could become an alcoholic, as I did? Sep 20 21:50:04 * Morgan nods thoughtfully Sep 20 21:50:07 Two problems with that Sep 20 21:50:18 What are they? Sep 20 21:50:34 I've still got Graf type things to do and, mostly, I couldn't afford it. Sep 20 21:50:54 * Sorgi nods Sep 20 21:51:39 Then I would try to do it for a couple of weeks here and there each year. Set it in stone in advance so that you know when it will be Sep 20 21:52:05 Being an alcoholic? Sep 20 21:52:22 * Sorgi smiles Sep 20 21:52:27 Sailing, m'Lord Sep 20 21:53:26 * Morgan chuckles Sep 20 21:53:33 Its an idea... Sep 20 21:54:13 * Sorgi nods Sep 20 21:54:27 I'll always be happy to have you aboard Sep 20 21:56:34 I appreciate that Sep 20 21:57:24 * Sorgi nods. When the coach arrives, he points to it Sep 20 21:57:29 Here they come Sep 20 21:58:08 * Morgan nods, going to help them all out Sep 20 21:59:29 *the children all look tired, but the grown ups look fine. Molly is the only one who looks on edge. The coach and horses are sent back to Foxcroft* Sep 20 21:59:41 [wahts wrong?] Sep 20 21:59:58 HH: right then, let's get back on board Sep 20 22:00:13 [Mina, your visit] Sep 20 22:00:35 * Morgan nods Sep 20 22:00:52 [don't worry. Everything is ok] Sep 20 22:01:00 **They all get on deck, touching the horse shoe. Uinise goes below, Claudia stays to talk to Sorgi** Sep 20 22:01:16 M'Lord, we'll sail in five minutes Sep 20 22:01:37 Aye cap'n Sep 20 22:03:51 * Morgan positions himself at a side rail Sep 20 22:05:47 M: the boys didn't nap, so we'll do quiet hour now Sep 20 22:07:00 * Morgan nods Sep 20 22:07:07 I'll be down as soon as we're underway love Sep 20 22:07:15 Alright liebling Sep 20 22:08:19 *they are all down below when Sorgi sets her off. They'll only get a few hours of travel today, but they are finally on their way back to Eisen three months after leaving it* Sep 20 22:09:02 * Morgan watches over the side as the ship is moved out, heading below once they've started moving forward Sep 20 22:09:45 * Sorgi is now known as Molly Sep 20 22:10:00 * Molly has her boots off, laying on the couch Sep 20 22:10:25 We're on our way home love Sep 20 22:11:07 * Molly smiles Sep 20 22:11:17 Good. I am ready now Sep 20 22:11:33 * Morgan nods Sep 20 22:11:34 I can tell Sep 20 22:11:46 Come, lie with me? Sep 20 22:12:57 * Morgan nods, going to lie with her on the couch Sep 20 22:13:26 * Molly sighs, relaxing Sep 20 22:13:37 What happened? Sep 20 22:13:52 with... Sep 20 22:16:20 Here in Durham Sep 20 22:16:35 She wasn't there. I spoke with some of her staff instead Sep 20 22:17:26 * Molly looks relieved Sep 20 22:17:30 Alright Sep 20 22:18:33 I got some information, but its second hand, some of it is speculation Sep 20 22:19:32 * Molly nods, cuddling closer Sep 20 22:19:47 Okay, I am ready to hear it Sep 20 22:20:30 They fell out when Cecily got pregnant by the local lords son. She wasn't an acknowledged mistress at the time. Apparently the falling out was quite ugly Sep 20 22:22:16 * Molly nods slowly Sep 20 22:22:27 That makes sense... Sep 20 22:22:43 Does it? Sep 20 22:23:27 My Mother's overreaction when I was ill Sep 20 22:23:35 * Morgan nods Sep 20 22:23:49 She was quite highly strung and very religious I'm told Sep 20 22:24:14 My Mama?! What a surprising shock! Sep 20 22:24:48 indeed. She disappeared and they never heard from or of her again Sep 20 22:25:41 That was when she left to get the Lord's son of the house she worked at to safety from his abusive father Sep 20 22:27:27 * Morgan frowns briefly Sep 20 22:27:29 I suppose so Sep 20 22:27:58 How does it stand now? Sep 20 22:28:38 The staff are going to tell her I would like her to write to me Sep 20 22:29:47 * Molly nods Sep 20 22:29:53 Will she, do you think? Sep 20 22:31:09 * Morgan shrugs Sep 20 22:31:15 I don't know. But thats up to her now Sep 20 22:31:59 * Molly nods Sep 20 22:32:16 Is she liked by her staff? Is her house nice? Sep 20 22:33:02 * Morgan nods Sep 20 22:33:30 She was made a gentlewoman... it seems that young girls come to her when they are due to give birth, and the babies are found loving, secure famillies Sep 20 22:33:40 * Molly smiles Sep 20 22:33:45 That's nice Sep 20 22:34:37 * Morgan nods Sep 20 22:34:39 I thought so Sep 20 22:35:48 She's respectable, tolerant, and kind? Sep 20 22:39:01 The staff were all very protective of her, so I imagine so Sep 20 22:39:26 * Molly nods Sep 20 22:39:38 At least she's not a bad person Sep 20 22:41:29 No, it doesn't seem that way at all Sep 20 22:41:51 * Molly nods, yawning Sep 20 22:42:04 Are you pleased to have made some contact? Sep 20 22:42:30 * Morgan nods Sep 20 22:42:40 It wasn't as productive as I'd hoped, but its a start Sep 20 22:42:57 * Molly nods "mmm yes" Sep 20 22:47:18 We'll see what happens next Sep 20 22:47:36 * Molly nods sleepily Sep 20 22:47:43 What about Mina? Sep 20 22:47:53 Have a nap love, we'll talk about it later Sep 20 22:48:22 Will you stay with me? Sep 20 22:49:06 * Morgan nods Sep 20 22:49:08 Yes love Sep 20 22:49:42 * Molly smiles, eyes closed "I love you" Sep 20 22:50:11 And I you my love Sep 20 22:50:30 * Molly gently kisses him before settling to nap Sep 20 22:52:18 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Sep 20 23:34:03 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client)