**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Nov 1 09:38:24 2023 Nov 01 09:38:24 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Nov 01 09:39:48 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Nov 01 09:40:20 **he starts to dream, things just like reality except it is months ahead. They are newly arrived in Graben, having only stayed one night so far. Today is prophet's mass eve, and Morgan is extremely sexually frustrated. Nov 01 09:40:37 Ever since Molly fell pregnant at the beginning of September, he has been in overdrive, as expected, and now that she is four and a half months along and her belly is developing it is only getting worse. They'd had to stop three times on the long ride yesterday, only to have made love again when they arrived and just before bed. Nov 01 09:40:57 But this morning Edward had wanted to catch up so there was no time after Morgan awoke to have her like he usually would, family activities had taken up the morning, and quiet hour had been spoiled by Mina's practice contractions that Edward had wanted Molly to examine. By the time they are sat for presents at the children's tea time, he is far past just aroused, and more desperate than he can ever recall. Nov 01 09:41:24 They haven't announced yet because she's not felt the quickening, but he can see the changed shape through the dress, and when she's squeezed up beside him on the couch like this, he can smell nothing but the scent that torments him. Fortunately, excess cushions have been distributed to laps so everyone can sit, at least hiding the erection he's had for hours, his body aching now. ((done)) Nov 01 09:44:21 * Morgan watches the children Nov 01 09:46:31 *Molly is also watching Emil, Varick, Florrie, and Jarvie’s little Mattias all together, the first now able to walk, Florrie less shy. Mina is sat with Edward standing behind her, her own belly not at all hidden away, everyone here in Graben for Prophets Mass so Molly is available for the birth. Inga and HH are sat across the room, the latter cradling their sleeping baby in a blanket and looking so proud. Molly takes his hand Nov 01 09:50:07 * Morgan squeezes her hand Nov 01 09:51:24 [are you alright, my love?] Nov 01 09:51:54 [just... frustrated.] Nov 01 09:52:14 [it’s been a long time, hasn’t it?] Nov 01 09:53:12 [yes, it has] Nov 01 09:57:36 *there’s a lot of happy laughter and chatter. Florrie unwraps a doll, one he recalls from last year when they visited, a childhood one of Mina’s* Nov 01 09:57:48 [that's a surprise] Nov 01 09:57:58 [she’s come a long way] Nov 01 09:59:40 [so will I eventually] Nov 01 09:59:45 *Florrie hugs Edward, then Mina* Nov 01 10:01:23 [mmmhmm, I can’t wait! You aren’t the only one who wants it, my love, I’m glad I have my wool petticoat beneath so I don’t leave a damp mark on their couch!] Nov 01 10:01:52 *Alice is sat with Verity, and they’re drinking tea* Nov 01 10:05:44 [how long before you feel the quickening do you think?] Nov 01 10:07:19 [it should be any time now] Nov 01 10:07:40 [mother will be so happy] Nov 01 10:07:55 *Emil takes a turn to open a present, this time it’s a set of wooden dogs* Nov 01 10:08:16 * Molly gently strokes his palm with her thumb Nov 01 10:08:31 [you wish to tell them early?] Nov 01 10:08:51 [It wouldn't be wise, would it] Nov 01 10:12:24 [so superstitious, my love... you need to get some more Avalonian in you...] Nov 01 10:13:00 [but if it goes wrong?] Nov 01 10:13:36 [I don’t mind waiting, for that at least] Nov 01 10:14:19 *everyone is looking at Emil’s dogs, this could go on quite a while* Nov 01 10:14:23 * Morgan nods slightly Nov 01 10:16:02 [I’d rather be...] *she sends him the image of his strong hands on her bare thighs, pulling them apart* Nov 01 10:16:41 [well, yes, so would I but Edward had to have his chitchat this morning] Nov 01 10:17:07 [I recall. I was left all by myself...] Nov 01 10:17:29 [I trust at least one of us got some enjoyment] Nov 01 10:17:47 * Molly smiles, watching Emil stack the dogs Nov 01 10:18:32 [my little belly means it’s getting harder to push my fingers into me imagining it is you...] Nov 01 10:19:15 [I would imagine so] Nov 01 10:19:41 * Molly glances at him Nov 01 10:19:51 [stop tormenting you?] Nov 01 10:19:56 [yes] Nov 01 10:20:06 [incase you snap?] Nov 01 10:20:37 [partly, yes] Nov 01 10:22:03 * Molly nods Nov 01 10:22:13 [I will try to be good...] Nov 01 10:22:33 [thank you] Nov 01 10:25:08 [but as soon as we are alone, then I rescind my statement] Nov 01 10:26:52 [that does not surprise or bother me] Nov 01 10:28:47 [good] *she squeezes his hand. there is gift after gift, each one slowly looked at and examined, feeling like it's taking forever when the one thing he most wants right now is a couple of minutes of privacy with his wife* Nov 01 10:32:03 * Morgan tries to distract himself by watching the children Nov 01 10:35:55 *This would be very effective if it wasn’t for the scent of her right next to him. Baby Lehenstreue starts to make that tiny baby fussing noise, and HH gets up, gently walking them around the room, the baby’s hair the golden blonde of his rather than the more honey blonde of his wife. Inga looks well but tired, her dress struggling to contain the extra breast volume, even with a fichu tucked in* Nov 01 10:37:34 *Varick opens a wooden sword, elaborately carved* Nov 01 10:38:30 Nice... Nov 01 10:38:51 Molly smiles: It reminds me of Seb’s God Stick Nov 01 10:39:03 * Morgan nods Nov 01 10:39:50 HH comes over: Hey man, I forgot Inga’s present, any chance you’d get it for me? Nov 01 10:40:25 * Morgan nods Nov 01 10:40:27 Where is it? Nov 01 10:41:06 HH: in the trunk y’ gave us. Inside that concealed panel bit Nov 01 10:41:16 * Morgan nods, getting up Nov 01 10:41:19 Alright man Nov 01 10:41:25 Oh! that’s really fiddly, I should help Nov 01 10:42:17 *HH watches her, then Morgan. He can’t gesture because of the baby, but the little smirk gives it away* Might be an idea? Nov 01 10:42:26 * Morgan nods Nov 01 10:42:31 Best had I suppose Nov 01 10:43:17 * Molly gets up to, telling the others they need to fetch something. Edward is too busy playing on the floor with Florrie to notice Nov 01 10:43:31 HH: No rush, the kids still got more to open Nov 01 10:44:24 * Morgan nods, excusing themselves and heading out of the room Nov 01 10:45:37 * Molly gets as far as having a quick look down the hall to check it is empty after to door is closed before pushing him against the wall and kissing him Nov 01 10:45:55 * Morgan kisses her back Nov 01 10:46:56 * Molly breaks away Nov 01 10:47:00 present first? Nov 01 10:47:15 Best had Nov 01 10:47:32 * Molly giggles, making a dash for the stairs Nov 01 10:47:40 * Morgan follows her Nov 01 10:48:17 * Molly is already ahead of him, and so when he gets to the upstairs hall she’s gone Nov 01 10:48:32 * Morgan heads toward HeinzHarolds room Nov 01 10:49:19 * Molly is not visibly there, except he can still smell her Nov 01 10:49:32 * Morgan tries to sense her Nov 01 10:49:43 *he can’t pick her up* Nov 01 10:49:59 * Morgan frowns, looking round the room Nov 01 10:50:39 *he notices there’s a bit of the room he skims over, rather than properly looks at, despite his efforts* Nov 01 10:51:17 * Morgan frowns, stopping and turning to look directly at it Nov 01 10:51:31 * Molly is there, smiling Nov 01 10:51:44 Thats weird Nov 01 10:51:49 * Molly nods Nov 01 10:51:53 it’s fun Nov 01 10:52:34 How long've you been able to do that? Nov 01 10:53:05 *The trunk that was from Feyodor is sat at the end of the bed. There’s a crib on one side, and nappy cloths drying by the fireplace* Nov 01 10:53:15 quite a while now Nov 01 10:54:05 I wonder if thats what I've been doing all this time Nov 01 10:54:32 * Molly goes to the trunk, bending down to pop the panel “it could be, my love. what is the present?” Nov 01 10:54:45 Something for Inga Nov 01 10:55:07 * Molly holds up a jewellery box questioningly Nov 01 10:57:12 *he vaguely remembers the pale sapphire he’d sold HH just before they’d left the Rose, and HH going into the city to get it set. He’d been ripped off by the first jewellers near the dock, and had decided to go to the expensive one near the weissturrm to get it resolved* Nov 01 10:57:39 * Morgan looks in the box for the sapphire Nov 01 10:58:44 *it’s set in a pretty golden flower pendant, and the inside the box says “For the prettiest flower in the garden”. Molly giggles* Nov 01 10:58:57 oh dear! both beautiful and rude Nov 01 10:59:03 * Morgan nods Nov 01 10:59:07 Sounds about right doesn't it Nov 01 10:59:14 * Molly nods, smiling Nov 01 10:59:18 she’ll love it Nov 01 11:00:22 * Morgan nods Nov 01 11:00:24 Yes, she will Nov 01 11:00:38 * Molly gets the chest sorted Nov 01 11:00:51 now, was there anything in our room you need to get? Nov 01 11:02:24 * Morgan nods Nov 01 11:02:27 I rather think there is Nov 01 11:03:09 * Molly nods, taking his hand and leading him down the hall to their usual guest room Nov 01 11:05:17 lock the door? Nov 01 11:05:23 * Morgan nods, doing so Nov 01 11:08:50 * Molly watches him with anticipation Nov 01 11:08:56 alone at last Nov 01 11:09:39 We don't have long Nov 01 11:09:48 * Molly smiles Nov 01 11:09:55 do you need long? Nov 01 11:10:07 Definitely not Nov 01 11:10:41 * Molly smiles, pulling him close Nov 01 11:12:40 * Morgan kisses her hard Nov 01 11:13:23 * Molly smells oh-so-good to him, and she kisses him in return, tasting like coffee with nutmeg and cinnamon Nov 01 11:14:31 How do you want to do this? We need to be quick Nov 01 11:15:16 *she gently strokes his hair with a soft comforting tone that juxtaposes his urgent rough need* However you wish. It's alright, I'm here, let me help you… *she kisses his temple gently, but he can just feel from her that this tenderness is not designed to really soothe at all, but to inflame him further* Nov 01 11:16:06 * Morgan kisses her neck while he has chance Nov 01 11:17:53 * Molly moans softly. it’s this spot in particular where he can smell it strongest, barring the juncture of her inner thighs where he can also taste it, surround himself in it* Nov 01 11:18:23 * Morgan runs his hands down herm grasping at her behind Nov 01 11:19:29 * Molly pulls her skirts up, pinning them between her back and the door Nov 01 11:21:17 * Morgan boldly runs his hand up the inside of her leg, pressing it to her womanhood Nov 01 11:23:25 *Now he can smell not just her increasing, but also her arousal too* Nov 01 11:23:38 oh god, I’ve needed this all day! Nov 01 11:23:49 * Morgan nods Nov 01 11:23:51 Me too Nov 01 11:24:42 * Molly pushes against his hand. she wasn’t joking about needing the wool petticoat, she is absolutely soaked Nov 01 11:24:59 You’d have come to me several times by now usually Nov 01 11:25:04 * Morgan nods Nov 01 11:25:08 Indeed Nov 01 11:27:01 * Molly brings her hand over his placket, mapping him. She softly says “oh, my poor love...” but again, it doesn’t seem entirely sympathy, nor does the way she rubs him as if soothing an ache Nov 01 11:28:11 * Morgan grinds against her Nov 01 11:28:29 does that feel better, my love? Nov 01 11:28:49 It feels good but not -better- Nov 01 11:29:03 what is it you need, my darling? Nov 01 11:30:11 I need to be inside you Nov 01 11:30:23 * Molly nods, smiling Nov 01 11:30:47 have me then Nov 01 11:31:14 * Morgan nods, undoing his placket Nov 01 11:32:01 * Molly takes a firm hold of him, stroking slowly “You’re beautifully hard” Nov 01 11:32:58 * Morgan nods, grinding against her hand Nov 01 11:34:47 * Molly watches his expression adoringly. She has to go on tiptoes to bring his head angled down so it’s nestled between her hot slick lips and on her clit Nov 01 11:35:22 God that feels so good Nov 01 11:36:43 * Molly nods, thrusting her hips a little so the prominent bump runs down his head and back up, surround and so warm Nov 01 11:37:03 Oh I could definitely vomr glom yhsy Nov 01 11:37:10 Oh I could definitely come from that Nov 01 11:37:29 would you like to? Nov 01 11:39:00 As long as I get to, I'm not fussed Nov 01 11:39:29 * Molly keeps moving like that, and kisses him softly Nov 01 11:39:42 your need is so sexy to me Nov 01 11:40:00 * Morgan moans, flexing his hips to thrust against her Nov 01 11:40:52 * Molly moves with him with increasing noises of pleasure “that does feel so good” Nov 01 11:41:23 * Morgan nods, a look of concentration on his face Nov 01 11:42:20 * Molly watches it, pupils widening “that’s it, my love, I’ll make you feel better” Nov 01 11:42:52 * Morgan starts to breathe heavier, whispering "soon I think" Nov 01 11:45:40 * Molly nods, keeping that pressure and speed, speaking softly and with an innocent tone for the worldly words “good, I want to be painted intimately by you... I want to feel the heat of your release over my clit” Nov 01 11:46:21 * Morgan starts to almost pant, hips flexing repeatedly before he suddenly holds his breath, letting out a deep guttural moan Nov 01 11:47:01 * Molly moans softly “that’s it, my darling...” Nov 01 11:47:51 * Morgan puts his forehead to hers as he suddenly starts ejaculating against her Nov 01 11:48:29 * Molly shudders, peaking with it “oh fuck that’s so hot!” Nov 01 11:49:06 * Morgan finally stops cumming, his movements coming to a stop Nov 01 11:49:37 * Molly breathes hard, gently stroking his face “There now...” Nov 01 11:49:56 fuck Nov 01 11:50:17 * Molly smiles “In a few hours, yes” Nov 01 11:50:35 * Morgan nods, gently disnengaging himself from her Nov 01 11:51:00 * Molly lowers her skirts, getting them back in place Nov 01 11:51:48 how do you feel? Nov 01 11:52:42 Sated, for now Nov 01 11:53:07 * Molly nods “For any hour or two?” Nov 01 11:53:16 * Morgan nods Nov 01 11:53:18 At a pushes Nov 01 11:53:24 At a pushe, yes Nov 01 11:53:46 * Molly nods. There’s a chime of a clock Nov 01 11:54:00 they’ll be expecting us... no time to clean up. Nov 01 11:54:21 You don't think they'll notice? Nov 01 11:54:35 No, but we will know *she smiles* Nov 01 11:54:46 * Morgan nods, unlocking the door Nov 01 11:54:51 Alright love, lets go then Nov 01 11:55:51 * Molly nods. She stood very close to him, smelling so good, when the clock chimes again, and he realises it. is the second dawn watch, forty five minutes until. dawn, and everything is blue toned Nov 01 11:56:33 * Morgan tries to wake up Nov 01 11:57:12 * Molly is still on his chest, an arm around his waist. He is hard and very close. Nov 01 11:58:15 * Morgan watches her for a moment before rolling her onto her back, moving atop her and pressing himself against her Nov 01 11:58:36 * Molly stirs, looking confused a moment Nov 01 11:58:41 what...? Nov 01 11:59:04 * Morgan kisses her gently before lifting a little to look at her Nov 01 11:59:20 * Molly looks up at him, smiling Nov 01 11:59:31 oh! good morning, your Excellency! Nov 01 11:59:48 * Morgan smiles, pushing himself into her in one long, steady motion Nov 01 12:00:22 * Molly arches beneath him, moaning “oh god that’s good!” Nov 01 12:00:43 I dreamed of you... I woke up close... Nov 01 12:01:15 I’m here, my love Nov 01 12:02:08 * Morgan nods, grinding into her, chasing the sensations Nov 01 12:03:30 *the prominence of the scent in his dream means he knows he could call it to mind if he tried. She wraps her legs around his hips and grips his back* have what you need, my love Nov 01 12:04:04 * Morgan nods, thrusting into her and picking up a rhythm that will see him reaching his peak quickly Nov 01 12:05:35 * Molly isn’t as wet as she usually would be, so the friction for his is significantly increased. She is very soon bucking and squirming beneath him as she murmurs his name as she climaxes Nov 01 12:07:30 * Morgan tilts his hips, shortening his strokes to jab at the particular spot inside her even as his own orgasm hits, flooding her with his seed Nov 01 12:09:56 oh fuck yes! *she peaks again, clamping tight around him* Nov 01 12:10:25 Oh god Nov 01 12:11:45 * Molly kisses him softly Nov 01 12:12:07 * Morgan slowly withdraws from her, moving to lay beside her Nov 01 12:13:50 * Molly catches her breath “Now -that- is a wonderful way to start the day!” Nov 01 12:14:00 * Morgan smiles, kissing her shoulder Nov 01 12:14:11 Tis rather. I'd best get dressed love Nov 01 12:15:18 * Molly nods Nov 01 12:15:31 Alright, my love. Your night was good? Nov 01 12:15:37 * Morgan nods Nov 01 12:15:39 Yes, it was Nov 01 12:15:50 That’s unusual Nov 01 12:16:16 * Morgan nods Nov 01 12:16:31 What I want to know is if it was a path or the one we're on... Nov 01 12:17:37 Oh? Nov 01 12:17:43 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 12:17:46 We'll see I suppose Nov 01 12:18:02 it might be in the future? Nov 01 12:18:51 * Morgan nods Nov 01 12:18:58 Indeed. Nov 01 12:19:33 you do not wish to tell me? Nov 01 12:19:51 I don't want to spoil it if it is, or have you disappointed if it isn't Nov 01 12:19:59 * Molly nods Nov 01 12:20:06 but we had sex? Nov 01 12:20:12 We did Nov 01 12:20:19 Sort of Nov 01 12:20:39 that’s already a good possible future then! Only sort of? Nov 01 12:20:49 * Morgan nods Nov 01 12:21:18 There was intimacy that resulted in both of us reaching orgasm, thats all I'm willing to say Nov 01 12:22:43 Oh really? *she smiles* How intriguing! Nov 01 12:23:26 * Morgan smiles, kissing her shoulder again before getting out of bed and getting his clothes on Nov 01 12:25:42 * Molly sits up, watching him “I’m delighted to see you so cheerful” Nov 01 12:25:51 * Morgan nods Nov 01 12:25:59 Its more unusual than I would like Nov 01 12:26:06 * Molly nods Nov 01 12:26:12 I agree Nov 01 12:26:54 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 12:27:32 No point letting it ruin my mood right now. I'll probably grab some breakfast before work... you have not forgotten I am to resume duty when it comes time to dock? Nov 01 12:27:41 * Molly nods Nov 01 12:27:53 I know, my love, but I am sated, for now Nov 01 12:27:58 * Morgan nods Nov 01 12:28:02 I'll see you later my love Nov 01 12:28:13 yes, my love Nov 01 12:28:45 * Morgan nods, heading out on deck via the galley for coffee, looking up at the rigging Nov 01 12:29:29 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 01 12:29:38 * HH is sat up there with coffee Nov 01 12:35:48 * Morgan clambers up beside him before looping his ankles through the rope, swinging to hang upside down Nov 01 12:40:14 Mornin’ Nov 01 12:40:30 It is that Nov 01 12:40:44 late for you! Nov 01 12:40:54 Was busy Nov 01 12:41:13 packing, were ya? Nov 01 12:41:24 Definitely packing something into somewhere Nov 01 12:41:31 * HH chuckles Nov 01 12:41:50 What you got planned for that sapphire? Nov 01 12:42:22 figured I’ll get it set into a nice brooch Nov 01 12:43:00 * Morgan nods Nov 01 12:43:07 She seem the sort to wear brooches? Nov 01 12:44:40 Mebbie if she has a nice one? Nov 01 12:45:42 I've got a problem... I've seen what you do with it, but you haven't reached the conclusion to do it yet... Nov 01 12:46:24 uhhh wanna try that again for us hard-of-supernatural folk? Nov 01 12:48:21 Seen the future... I know what you do with that sapphire, but here and now you haven't decided to do that with it yet Nov 01 12:48:42 mebbie I do it because you had a dream? Nov 01 12:48:57 That sort of logic makes my head hurt... Nov 01 12:49:36 yeah Nov 01 12:50:03 So the question is... do I tell you what you do with it? Nov 01 12:50:28 how bad do you want the dream to come true? Nov 01 12:51:36 * Morgan takes a breath Nov 01 12:51:48 desperately. But I'm not going to push you into taking a certain direction Nov 01 12:52:32 but y’ think a brooch is a bad idea Nov 01 12:52:59 Not a -bad- idea... but what I've seen you do with it is so much more... -you- Nov 01 12:53:10 * HH nods Nov 01 12:53:24 make it into a pearl necklace? Nov 01 12:53:40 Well, no, because its a sapphire Nov 01 12:54:21 y’ add the pearls later Nov 01 12:54:30 Ah... yeah, maybe Nov 01 12:55:10 I’ll have a think. there’s a jewellers near the dock, I’ll pop out later Nov 01 12:55:37 Now, thats where I -will- interfere. Go to Weissturrm Nov 01 12:55:44 why? Nov 01 12:56:04 You go to the one near the dock, you're gonn' get ripped off and have to go to Weissturrm to get it fixed anyway Nov 01 12:56:19 yeah, but what if that’s part of it? Nov 01 12:56:53 Run the idea past me before you go... Nov 01 12:57:07 * HH nods Nov 01 12:57:15 musta been a pretty sweet dream, man Nov 01 12:57:37 * Morgan nods earnestly Nov 01 12:57:44 Yes... it was Nov 01 12:58:31 not gonna tell me? Nov 01 12:59:46 Haven't told Molly... don't want to do anything that might mean its just a different path Nov 01 13:00:58 * HH nods Nov 01 13:01:19 Then you were given orders t’ get packing? Nov 01 13:01:43 No, that was a side effect of the end of the dream Nov 01 13:02:14 better than you usually dream then Nov 01 13:02:24 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:02:47 Entirely. No drama, no fighting... only warning really is you getting ripped off at the jewellers. Nov 01 13:04:22 And a bit of sex on the side. Sounds good to me Nov 01 13:04:28 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:04:39 It was... wonderful. The whole damn dream. Nov 01 13:07:00 * HH smiles Nov 01 13:07:07 I’m pleased for ya, man Nov 01 13:07:18 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:07:25 Just have to wait and hope its what's coming Nov 01 13:08:27 * HH sniggers Nov 01 13:08:40 Shut up Nov 01 13:11:29 Yer wife is gonna be in a good mood this morning then. Nov 01 13:11:31 ? Nov 01 13:12:40 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:12:52 yeah... though she'll be sad at leaving the big old girl Nov 01 13:13:56 * HH nods Nov 01 13:14:29 unnerstandable, was her route to freedom Nov 01 13:14:48 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:14:57 Yeah... and we've spent an awfully long time on her Nov 01 13:17:24 * HH nods Nov 01 13:17:49 Think we’ve all liked living here for a bit Nov 01 13:18:28 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:20:08 Time to move on though, man Nov 01 13:20:28 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:20:35 Aye, things I've got to do Nov 01 13:20:41 * HH nods Nov 01 13:21:12 Things that you do, and then gotta do again the next day. Or the next four in th’ morning, in my case Nov 01 13:23:21 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:23:31 Or, when the time comes, five times a day Nov 01 13:24:09 * HH nods Nov 01 13:24:34 Y’ gonna need some secret code so I can cover for ya when you hafta dash off? Nov 01 13:24:42 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:24:47 Might be an idea to be honest Nov 01 13:25:06 Must get annoyin’ for ya? Nov 01 13:25:19 What makes you think that? Nov 01 13:28:15 not having much control over it Nov 01 13:28:52 Already don't, its just more... recurring. Nov 01 13:30:38 * HH nods Nov 01 13:30:46 we okay, about yesterday? Nov 01 13:31:38 I think that question more sits in front of you, doesn't it Nov 01 13:32:40 I’m good, man. Inga told me off royally Nov 01 13:32:55 Oh? I'm a little surprised you told her Nov 01 13:33:26 wanted her opinion on how much of a dick I was Nov 01 13:33:47 Not really Nov 01 13:35:34 She said now I get how you musta been feeling all this time with the draw Nov 01 13:36:00 I suppose so Nov 01 13:40:09 I know you wouldn’t do anythin’, just makes me feel a bit territorial Nov 01 13:40:26 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:40:30 Its understandable Nov 01 13:40:41 * HH chuckles Nov 01 13:41:01 You’ll ne’er guess what Inga says to me when I say that Nov 01 13:41:34 What? Nov 01 13:41:55 She says “I suppose you could pee on me, if it’d make you feel better” Nov 01 13:43:00 You were right y'know... she is a weird little lassie Nov 01 13:43:54 * HH nods Nov 01 13:44:08 I didn’t take her up on it, but it did make me laugh Nov 01 13:44:16 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:45:56 I hear the draw’s gonna get easier Nov 01 13:46:03 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:46:15 For everyone but me and Sebastian, yeah Nov 01 13:46:32 can’t they do summat about him? Nov 01 13:47:07 Not sure if they can't or won't... you hear he's involved with someone? Nov 01 13:47:35 yep, Hannalore. Had the third degree about her too Nov 01 13:47:52 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:48:06 If she causes any drama, I'll pitch her in the lake Nov 01 13:51:38 * HH chuckles Nov 01 13:52:10 And then I’ll get “did you see her in her wet clothes? do you think her bubbies are bigger than mine?” Nov 01 13:53:15 Well, I'm afraid your interrogation is a sacrifice I'm willing to make Nov 01 13:54:01 * HH nods Nov 01 13:54:14 I’ll hafta cover my eyes like a good boy Nov 01 13:54:34 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:54:39 Its alright, I'll send you away first Nov 01 13:58:01 Molly won’t ask you the questions? Nov 01 13:58:11 Oh probably Nov 01 14:00:12 * HH nods Nov 01 14:00:20 shame she hasta come Nov 01 14:00:40 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:01:01 I made the commitment to allow him to bring his Paramore before I knew it was her Nov 01 14:01:07 * HH nods Nov 01 14:01:12 it happens, man Nov 01 14:01:23 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:01:29 Still pissed about it though Nov 01 14:02:46 * HH nods Nov 01 14:03:20 of all th’ women, he picks the one Molly really dislikes, and the one who messed Claudia around Nov 01 14:03:28 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:03:41 Yeah... I know man Nov 01 14:04:54 Claudia seems happy now though Nov 01 14:05:02 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:05:10 I know... its great to see Nov 01 14:07:45 * HH nods Nov 01 14:07:59 makes it a bit easier lettin’ her go Nov 01 14:08:14 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:08:18 Hurts, don't it Nov 01 14:09:45 * HH nods Nov 01 14:10:04 yeah. Seems I ne’er get both my best friends at the same time Nov 01 14:10:43 Have done for a few months now man. Besides, we knew she wasn't the settling in one place type Nov 01 14:12:36 * HH nods Nov 01 14:12:40 I know, I know Nov 01 14:13:31 I'm not happy about it either Nov 01 14:15:08 * HH nods Nov 01 14:15:28 gonna be busy soon though, ain’t we? Babies. Nov 01 14:17:26 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:17:30 I believe so yes Nov 01 14:17:51 * HH nods Nov 01 14:18:07 we’ll still see her, now an’ then Nov 01 14:18:20 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:18:36 Gonn' get Jacques to make another pair of mirrors, she can have one to take with her Nov 01 14:20:50 * HH nods Nov 01 14:20:59 that’d be good Nov 01 14:21:06 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:23:44 * HH drinks some coffee Nov 01 14:24:07 Least we’ve got her a couple more months whilst this big lassie does Capperlucia again Nov 01 14:24:17 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:24:32 Yep. Though I daresay she'll be busy with Uinise for most of it Nov 01 14:26:03 * HH chuckles Nov 01 14:26:08 got her hands full... Nov 01 14:26:36 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:26:41 Not yet but soon I reckon Nov 01 14:28:16 * HH nods, smiling Nov 01 14:28:20 yeah Nov 01 14:31:07 seems like a long time ago that, the “will you, won’t you” bit, when y’ don’t know quite how far it’s gon’ go Nov 01 14:31:28 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:31:34 Different sort of rush now Nov 01 14:33:24 * HH nods Nov 01 14:34:04 yeah. it’s good too Nov 01 14:34:57 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:34:59 absolutely Nov 01 14:35:58 * HH nods, grinning “Was getting a bit too close to the line b’fore the wedding day” Nov 01 14:36:59 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:37:10 That happens... Nov 01 14:37:16 * HH nods Nov 01 14:37:20 yeah, I know Nov 01 14:38:25 They gossip, see Nov 01 14:38:33 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:38:44 God don't I know... Nov 01 14:39:06 Ain’t much you can tell one without the other finding out Nov 01 14:39:17 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 14:39:32 Whether they tell -us- though... thats another question entirely Nov 01 14:39:39 * HH nods Nov 01 14:39:43 damn right Nov 01 14:40:30 *the sun starts coming up, crew coming on deck* Nov 01 14:41:38 Time to get moving... Nov 01 14:42:24 Gotta get her finished off, man Nov 01 14:42:48 I'm good at that Nov 01 14:42:58 Allegedly, yeah Nov 01 14:43:14 I'm just going by what your wife has told me she heard from my wife... Nov 01 14:43:29 * HH nods Nov 01 14:43:40 I carried th’ mattress, I know Nov 01 14:44:39 * Morgan laughs Nov 01 14:44:49 I'm gonn' go get some breakfast before I take over Nov 01 14:45:52 * HH nods Nov 01 14:45:57 I’ll come with you Nov 01 14:46:31 * Morgan nods, untangling his legs and dropping down to the deck, heading for the galley Nov 01 14:47:34 *they eat quick, and HH soon goes off to be with the women, leaving Morgan to the four hours of his last morning shift* Nov 01 14:48:07 * Morgan gets stuck in as usual Nov 01 14:55:20 *it starts to rain, light and cool, a nice sort of spring rain, fresh and clean. The crew have it all in hand, this being the most familiar port to many, and their second time doing it on the Rose. So Morgan gets some time to just stand still in the rain, watching and waiting for any trouble. It makes sense, the way he’s always got a perverse enjoyment of standing in the rain. It is what the Captain does.* Nov 01 15:06:41 * Morgan does just that Nov 01 15:07:55 *it takes a few moments for him to realise some of the rain drops on his cheeks feel warm Nov 01 15:08:08 * Morgan frowns, looking up Nov 01 15:08:29 *they’re from his own eyes, not the sky* Nov 01 15:08:36 Ah, fuck Nov 01 15:08:58 [my love, do you have everything you need for the weather? a coat? a hat?] Nov 01 15:09:35 [a coat with sleeves might be a good idea... ] Nov 01 15:09:47 [I'll have my wide brimmed hat once we make land] Nov 01 15:09:57 [Alright] Nov 01 15:11:27 *Only a few minutes pass before she comes up on deck, carrying his coat. Her trousers are tucked into her boots, her blouse already getting see-through enough to reveal the corset beneath* Nov 01 15:11:30 * HH is now known as Molly Nov 01 15:11:35 here we go Nov 01 15:11:48 * Morgan takes it, pulling it on Nov 01 15:11:51 Thank you love Nov 01 15:12:21 * Molly glances around before kissing him full on the lips briefly “you’re welcome” Nov 01 15:12:46 Only a few more hours now... then a few errands to run Nov 01 15:13:03 * Molly nods Nov 01 15:13:13 Don’t worry about me, I’m contented Nov 01 15:13:23 * Morgan nods, wiping at the water on his face Nov 01 15:14:03 * Molly smiles, reaching up and brushing it off both cheeks with her thumbs Nov 01 15:14:13 I’ll see you in a while, liebling Nov 01 15:14:17 * Morgan nods Nov 01 15:14:19 Alright love Nov 01 15:14:35 * Molly heads below, the trousers tight on her bottom Nov 01 15:14:59 * Morgan glances round at the crew Nov 01 15:15:09 *A couple of the crew give him smirks and knowing glances* Nov 01 15:15:40 * Morgan turns his face skyward for a few moments before going back to looking for problems Nov 01 15:16:54 *the day has dried a little by midday and the end of his shift, and a brief chat with Sorgi tells him he’ll need to be back at half after one to have a decent sail into the dock* Nov 01 15:17:41 * Morgan agrees, going to get food before heading to his cabin Nov 01 15:20:51 *everyone is there, and it’s quite loud. Like in his dream, it’s a busy family environment with the children laughing and playing. Molly looks to have dried off now, and most of their things are packed neatly in trunks by one wall. With the ferry leaving at ten in the morning, it will be as easy to spend their final night here, and yet HH quietly says “Hey, Inga and I are gonna stay in a tavern tonight, but we’re all packed up and will be back by eigh Nov 01 15:20:58 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 01 15:21:11 * Morgan nods Nov 01 15:21:13 Alright man Nov 01 15:21:19 Be careful, yeah? Nov 01 15:21:28 * HH nods Nov 01 15:21:32 o’ course Nov 01 15:22:50 *Molly makes space at the table for Morgan to sit* Nov 01 15:23:09 * Morgan sits down Nov 01 15:23:15 [they’re going somewhere where Inga doesn’t have to bite her arms!] Nov 01 15:23:42 [I figured as much. As long as they're safe] Nov 01 15:26:11 [he’s sensible, and you can’t really blame him...] Nov 01 15:26:52 [no, not at all] Nov 01 15:28:47 * HH is now known as Molly Nov 01 15:28:58 when do you need to be back at work? Nov 01 15:29:09 Half past one Nov 01 15:30:53 not long then. Did you wish to go up in the rigging a while in between? Nov 01 15:31:32 You're sure you don't mind? Nov 01 15:33:02 * Molly shakes her head “Did you wish to go alone?” Nov 01 15:33:25 I know you don't like it up in the rigging Nov 01 15:33:35 * Molly smiles gently Nov 01 15:34:26 it’s high, and a bit scary, but there are times we need to face the things that aren’t what would be the most comfortable for us, and take a leap of faith, together. Nov 01 15:34:59 Its alright love, you don't need to face this particular discomfort Nov 01 15:35:39 HH: $oh man, you gotta read between the lines here. Don’t turn her down, for God’s sake$ Nov 01 15:36:00 oh... if you’re wanting to just be alone Nov 01 15:37:08 * Molly looks nonchalant, but her micro-expressions show disappointment Nov 01 15:37:12 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 15:37:26 No, I just... I know how uncomfortable being up there makes you Nov 01 15:37:48 * Molly looks a little unsure of herself Nov 01 15:38:07 it’s just... I thought it might be nice to do it together this time Nov 01 15:38:49 *fortunately due to noisy children, HH is the only other one paying attention to the interaction Nov 01 15:40:10 * Morgan nods Nov 01 15:40:15 I would very much like that Nov 01 15:40:34 * Molly smiles warmly Nov 01 15:40:37 me too Nov 01 15:41:30 If you're ready then? Nov 01 15:41:45 *she nods. once Morgan is done eating they make their way out. HH pats him on the shoulder, giving him a reassuring nod* Nov 01 15:42:12 * Morgan nods, taking her hand to lead her on deck, picking up a length of rope on the way Nov 01 15:43:50 * Molly smiles Nov 01 15:44:11 A Duchess might start to get the wrong idea about her Duke’s intentions... Nov 01 15:44:38 Ah well, don't want you falling out of the rigging see... and the rope I'd use is softer than this Nov 01 15:44:56 * Molly nods Nov 01 15:45:08 I still have that lovely blue one from Yensid Nov 01 15:46:36 * Morgan nods, leading her to the mast before securing the rope around her firmly then around himself Nov 01 15:46:49 It still disquiets me Nov 01 15:47:17 what, binding me? *she looks at how they’re tied together* Nov 01 15:48:22 No, that he and I share an... interest... Nov 01 15:49:04 * Molly smiles, tilting her head Nov 01 15:49:10 that’s rather fascinating Nov 01 15:49:16 What? Nov 01 15:49:46 At first, when I mentioned it, you’d been unsure but willing to try it, to please me... Nov 01 15:50:15 * Morgan nods Nov 01 15:50:18 Yes... Nov 01 15:52:19 But now you describe it as an interest Nov 01 15:52:27 * Molly watches him, looking pleased Nov 01 15:53:04 I suppose I did Nov 01 15:54:02 * Molly nods, watching him a long moment Nov 01 15:54:13 uhhh we should... Umm... go up Nov 01 15:54:38 * Morgan nods Nov 01 15:54:50 Aye, we should, otherwise we'll not have any time up there Nov 01 15:56:02 * Molly nods, looking up at the rigging and taking a deep breath before smiling warmly Nov 01 15:56:12 Alright, how far do you wish to go? Nov 01 15:56:43 That cross beam is enough I suppose Nov 01 15:58:04 how high is it? we managed eight feet last time I believe Nov 01 15:58:31 Uhh... that ones about... a hundred and twenty feet up Nov 01 15:59:13 *she looks shocked* A hundred and... *she nods, smiling* Okay, let’s go! Nov 01 16:00:07 * Morgan points to the very top Nov 01 16:00:18 I was up there yesterday... thats about... three hundred and eighty feet Nov 01 16:02:00 * Molly nods, biting her lip “that is high” Nov 01 16:02:11 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:02:28 We won't go that high... you ready? Nov 01 16:02:46 * Molly nods “yes I am” Nov 01 16:03:04 * Morgan nods, starting to climb, going slowly Nov 01 16:04:28 * Molly focuses entirely on the climbing, no chatter, no shared smiles, just that absolute commitment that Kit once described as her Eisen-style Determination. Nov 01 16:05:23 * Morgan guides her patiently to the spar, shuffling along it in a seated position Nov 01 16:08:02 * Molly swallows hard before carefully joining him. She smiles, but he can see in her neck how her heart is pounding Nov 01 16:08:16 Would you prefer to go back down my love? Nov 01 16:08:26 No, thank you Nov 01 16:08:49 * Morgan nods, swinging his legs briefly before sticking one out so she can see it Nov 01 16:08:57 Alright, copy what I do with this one, alright? Nov 01 16:09:27 * Molly looks then closes her eyes a moment “hold on, I just need to shake off the vertigo” Nov 01 16:09:53 * Morgan nods, moving a little closer to her Nov 01 16:10:36 * Molly takes a deep breath before opening her eyes and looking to his leg Nov 01 16:10:41 okay, go on Nov 01 16:11:12 * Morgan swings it back under, winding it into the ropes beneath them, almost like a crochet hook is used Nov 01 16:11:34 * Molly copies, but wobbles a little Nov 01 16:11:41 oh my! Nov 01 16:11:50 * Morgan looks down at her foot Nov 01 16:12:04 * Molly has managed it Nov 01 16:12:06 Yeah, that'll do it... if you slip, it'll hurt, but you won't fall... Nov 01 16:12:20 * Molly nods Nov 01 16:12:38 do you think it would be cheating dreadfully to use a little magic? Nov 01 16:12:45 To...? Nov 01 16:12:57 damp down the vertigo Nov 01 16:13:06 No, I think that'd be alright Nov 01 16:13:25 * Molly nods, concentrating and making his neck prickle Nov 01 16:19:59 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 01 16:21:27 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Nov 01 16:21:31 do you think it would be cheating dreadfully to use a little magic? Nov 01 16:21:31 To...? Nov 01 16:21:31 damp down the vertigo Nov 01 16:21:31 No, I think that'd be alright Nov 01 16:21:31 * Molly nods, concentrating and making his neck prickle] Nov 01 16:21:55 * Molly looks around smiling “ohhhh!” Nov 01 16:22:47 Its rather spectacular isn't it Nov 01 16:24:20 * Molly nods, awed Nov 01 16:24:32 wow. it’s so beautiful up here! Nov 01 16:25:08 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:25:11 Yes, it is Nov 01 16:26:10 * Molly nods, quietly looking around Nov 01 16:28:04 * Morgan watches the horizon Nov 01 16:28:39 *there are more clouds gathering, but not yet imminent. they still have more time* Nov 01 16:28:45 could we go higher? Nov 01 16:29:03 We could but... here is fine Nov 01 16:29:11 * Molly shakes her head Nov 01 16:29:17 no, it isn’t enough Nov 01 16:29:24 Why? Nov 01 16:32:01 * Molly smiles Nov 01 16:32:08 Because I wish to Nov 01 16:33:32 * Morgan nods, untangling his foot and getting up Nov 01 16:33:34 Come on then Nov 01 16:34:00 * Molly follows his lead, climbing easier Nov 01 16:34:27 it’s a good job my thighs get regularly worked out by riding you, mon petit chou! Nov 01 16:34:44 I'd never considered that might be one of the benefits of doing that Nov 01 16:37:29 Nor did I! *she keeps following, letting him pick the height* Nov 01 16:37:40 * Morgan stops about halfway to the next spar Nov 01 16:42:32 * Molly stops too Nov 01 16:43:39 * Morgan turns to look at the clouds Nov 01 16:45:53 *they are still there. She looks out and behind them to the east, where the konigsreich of Freiburg fades into Posen, and on the other side where it becomes Wische instead Nov 01 16:46:02 My love, this is breathtaking Nov 01 16:46:08 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:46:13 I love it up here Nov 01 16:46:22 * Molly nods, smiling at him Nov 01 16:46:45 It’s almost like the problems of the day are so small, and cannot follow up here Nov 01 16:47:10 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:48:22 * Molly just observes for a minute before saying Nov 01 16:48:24 my love? Nov 01 16:48:31 Mm? Nov 01 16:48:37 *she grins* More. Nov 01 16:49:19 * Morgan looks at the clouds, checking they have time before leading her higher to the spar Nov 01 16:50:19 * Molly goes along, concentrating for the safety Nov 01 16:55:10 That’s... wow! Nov 01 16:55:58 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:55:59 yep Nov 01 16:57:59 * Molly smiles “I just... I don’t have the words! Nov 01 16:58:53 You see why I like it up here? Nov 01 16:59:15 * Molly nods vigorously “yes, I do!” Nov 01 17:01:15 * Molly watches the other ships on the river, looking down river towards the cities of Freiburg on the east bank and Niesfeld on the west, in the distance still* Nov 01 17:01:35 * Morgan points all this out to her Nov 01 17:03:03 * Molly nods, looking out. It brings to mind the dream where he’d been banished to Freiburg and she’s been Anhalt’s goddaughter, Edwards advice about pointing something out and then saying her name before kissing her* Nov 01 17:04:47 * Morgan moves closer, speaking her name quietly Nov 01 17:05:56 * Molly turns to look at him. She looks so joyful and carefree “yes, my love?” Nov 01 17:06:16 * Morgan gently presses his lips to hers, holding her tightly so she won't slip Nov 01 17:07:06 * Molly makes a brief noise of surprise, but it doesn’t take more than half a moment before her warm lips are equally soft to his Nov 01 17:07:46 * Morgan pulls away Nov 01 17:07:50 Worth the climb? Nov 01 17:09:22 * Molly smiles, blushing, saying something she had said about one of their first kisses “Worth more than all the cows on the Torrington Estate” Nov 01 17:09:55 Well, they are all skinny and underfed creatures Nov 01 17:10:12 * Molly giggles, looking touched Nov 01 17:10:19 you remembered. Nov 01 17:10:26 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:10:28 I did Nov 01 17:10:51 Liebes herz... Nov 01 17:10:59 Yes? Nov 01 17:11:11 * Molly takes the opportunity to kiss him this time, sweetly and tenderly Nov 01 17:11:37 * Morgan returns her kiss Nov 01 17:13:09 * Molly does this a few moments before saying “more?” Nov 01 17:13:30 No... it gets a bit dicey higher than this Nov 01 17:13:44 But the nest is so close... Nov 01 17:13:58 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:14:03 And you have to climb out around it Nov 01 17:14:44 * Molly looks like she might try to reason, before she smiles softly “I will follow your wishes, my love” Nov 01 17:16:23 Next time, perhaps Nov 01 17:17:48 * Molly nods Nov 01 17:18:08 If we aren’t going higher, there’s a few moments for you to kiss me again... Nov 01 17:18:36 * Morgan nods, doing so Nov 01 17:19:36 * Molly deepens it briefly before saying “have you ever been aroused in the rigging before?” Nov 01 17:20:04 Ummmm... no... Nov 01 17:20:53 * Molly smiles, kissing him again, more passionately, whilst holding on tight to the ropes just in case Nov 01 17:21:38 * Morgan eventually pulls away Nov 01 17:21:46 We'd best get you back down Nov 01 17:24:40 * Molly nods, smiling “Though this part of our adventure is coming to an end, I wanted you to see that I am here, beside you, facing the changes, the feelings of it, and all the fears, together. We will be together, to support each other, no matter what.” Nov 01 17:24:53 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:24:57 Yes, we will Nov 01 17:25:48 * Molly nods, following his instructions on the long way down. Her legs seem a little wobbly when they get to the bottom, but she looks very proud of herself Nov 01 17:26:55 * Morgan smiles, untying the rope Nov 01 17:26:59 Well done love Nov 01 17:28:37 * Molly blushes bashfully “Did it please you?” Nov 01 17:28:43 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:28:45 Very much so Nov 01 17:29:07 * Molly nods, the blush increasing “I should go below so you can dock us” Nov 01 17:30:15 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:30:23 Aye, alright love. I'll see you soon Nov 01 17:30:38 * Molly nods, pinching her lip as she does so Nov 01 17:34:38 * Morgan goes over to whoever in charge to take over Nov 01 17:40:16 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 01 18:37:58 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 01 18:44:10 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Nov 01 18:44:20 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Nov 01 18:45:22 * Molly is now known as Claudia Nov 01 18:45:29 * Claudia is in command Nov 01 18:45:59 * Morgan wanders over Nov 01 18:46:03 cap'n Nov 01 18:46:13 hey Nov 01 18:47:22 All good? Nov 01 18:47:59 * Claudia nods Nov 01 18:48:13 That rain shouldn’t catch us Nov 01 18:48:21 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:48:37 Good... I'll be taking over if its alright with you, see her into dock Nov 01 18:48:48 * Claudia inclines her head Nov 01 18:49:06 I’ll stay on deck, finish this with you Nov 01 18:49:33 * Morgan nods, smiling Nov 01 18:49:35 I'd like that Nov 01 18:50:18 * Claudia nods, telling the crew. HH skids onto the deck moments later, Morgan’s tricorn hat in hand Nov 01 18:50:27 HH: did I miss it? Nov 01 18:50:32 Miss what? Nov 01 18:51:01 HH: *he hands over the hat* Molly says you should have this Nov 01 18:52:06 * Morgan nods, taking it and putting it on Nov 01 18:52:07 Thanks man Nov 01 18:52:28 HH: *he nods* figured I’d stay up here Nov 01 18:52:37 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:52:40 The three of us then Nov 01 18:52:59 *HH nods* the way it should be, man Nov 01 18:54:42 * Morgan nods, giving him jobs to do Nov 01 18:55:26 how are you doing? Nov 01 18:55:57 I'm good. Sad, obviously, but good Nov 01 18:59:18 * Claudia nods Nov 01 18:59:20 yeah Nov 01 19:04:43 * Morgan nods, watching the crew Nov 01 19:04:46 Sorgi came o see me Nov 01 19:06:42 yeah? Nov 01 19:07:19 Says you've parted ways... Nov 01 19:09:15 * Claudia nods slightly “We’re still friends, but we aren’t sleeping together anymore” Nov 01 19:09:32 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:09:37 alright Nov 01 19:09:52 it won’t cause you trouble, okay? Nov 01 19:10:09 Didn't think it would Nov 01 19:12:21 that was what you were bothered about, in August Nov 01 19:12:47 That was August... now I'm mostly being nosey Nov 01 19:13:30 * Claudia smiles a little Nov 01 19:13:53 go on then, be as nosey as you want. you have two minutes. Nov 01 19:15:16 Have you picked up the fucking sword? Nov 01 19:16:11 * Claudia smiles “yes, but only for me doing things to her with my hands” Nov 01 19:17:18 And the kissing... you not letting her reciprocate? Nov 01 19:18:32 Not yet. It’s good like this, taking it slow Nov 01 19:18:50 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:18:59 Alright... I'm proud of you Nov 01 19:19:05 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:20:05 I don’t give you details because I just don’t feel the need to. It’s not that I don’t trust you, I just have never been one for laying it out Nov 01 19:20:50 I know. I know this is more than pretty much anyone else gets Nov 01 19:20:57 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:21:12 Most wouldn’t understand when it’s two women anyway Nov 01 19:22:06 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:22:28 I am aware of people who don't believe sex between two women is possible Nov 01 19:22:48 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:22:57 idiots. Nov 01 19:23:17 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:23:22 I pity their wives Nov 01 19:24:43 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:24:58 if your manhood is all you offer, you’re failing Nov 01 19:25:34 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:25:36 Agreed Nov 01 19:27:27 Anything else? Nov 01 19:27:55 Nope. You already know I just want you to be happy Nov 01 19:28:01 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:28:17 so you just wanted to know what we’ve done to each other, huh? Nov 01 19:28:54 I wanted to know if you've been brave and tried to move forward, let her in... Nov 01 19:29:38 * Claudia laughs “no pun intended?” Nov 01 19:30:14 Not this time, no Nov 01 19:31:57 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:32:07 We’re in no hurry Nov 01 19:32:22 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:32:27 alright Nov 01 19:32:47 Giving is always better than getting, in my opinion Nov 01 19:33:07 Is that because you're uncomfortable with being that vulnerable? Nov 01 19:33:17 * Claudia shrugs Nov 01 19:33:27 I don’t think so, but maybe Nov 01 19:33:35 Worth considering Nov 01 19:33:39 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:33:42 I will Nov 01 19:33:53 * Morgan nods, watching the crew Nov 01 19:34:05 Sorgi will be okay Nov 01 19:34:23 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:34:27 Yeah, I reckon so Nov 01 19:35:38 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:35:45 we both knew the score Nov 01 19:36:08 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:36:19 You're sounding a little defensive... Nov 01 19:36:37 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:36:41 yeah, I feel it Nov 01 19:36:58 Why? Nov 01 19:38:35 I guess I don’t want you thinking badly of me Nov 01 19:38:59 I don't. I feel for Sorgi, but you've done nothing wrong at all Nov 01 19:40:12 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:40:44 it’s been tougher than I thought. But I couldn’t take that step further with her until I’d finished it Nov 01 19:41:12 No... that -would- have been wrong Nov 01 19:43:00 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:43:15 I wouldn’t treat her like that Nov 01 19:44:04 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:44:06 I know Nov 01 19:44:23 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:44:42 she deserve better Nov 01 19:45:04 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:45:06 Definitely Nov 01 19:46:20 right, two minutes is up Nov 01 19:47:05 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:48:16 I’ll go and help Heinzharold, Cap’n? Nov 01 19:48:32 Aye, go on Nov 01 19:49:35 *his friends work, and Morgan sails the first ship he ever owned into the dock of Freiburg, yelling the instructions to the men that he’d longed to yell the first time, when it was Kai’s men and Molly’s ship. It’s not a very difficult dock, and there’s plenty of space. HH works hard* Nov 01 19:50:56 * Morgan gives the command to tie her off and roll out the gang plank Nov 01 19:52:35 *The crew are cheerful when they get on with this, having not seen Eisen since the middle of January. It’s all going smoothly. Sorgi comes up beside him* Well done, Cap’n. Nov 01 19:52:50 * Morgan smiles Nov 01 19:52:55 Thank you captain Nov 01 19:54:32 * Claudia is now known as Sorgi Nov 01 19:54:48 They’ll get her squared away now Nov 01 19:55:10 * Morgan nods, sighing Nov 01 19:55:13 Thats it then Nov 01 19:55:28 *The gangplank is banged into place* Nov 01 19:55:35 Afraid so, m’lord Nov 01 19:56:14 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:56:17 Thank you captain Nov 01 19:56:45 You’ve done well, you’d have been a fine captain Nov 01 19:58:05 * Morgan nods slightly Nov 01 19:58:38 Never know. Alright, I'm going to speak to Molly before I run a few errands. I'll leave the ship in your capable hands Nov 01 20:00:06 * Sorgi nods, inclining his head Nov 01 20:00:56 * Morgan heads below Nov 01 20:01:05 * Sorgi is now known as Molly Nov 01 20:01:27 * Molly is in the corridor alone, heading toward the stairs he is descending by Nov 01 20:01:43 I’m sorry, I wanted to be there but Emil was nursing! Nov 01 20:01:54 Its alright love. Its all done. Nov 01 20:02:24 * Molly opens the nearest empty cabin door, and motions him in Nov 01 20:02:30 * Morgan goes inside Nov 01 20:02:55 * Molly shuts the door before opening her arms to him “come here, my love” Nov 01 20:04:59 * Morgan nods, moving into her arms Nov 01 20:07:28 * Molly holds him tightly Nov 01 20:07:41 * Morgan breathes slowly a few times before starting to cry Nov 01 20:08:09 * Molly gently strokes the back of his head Nov 01 20:09:26 * Morgan carries on for a few minutes before stopping, wiping at his face Nov 01 20:11:05 * Molly gets out her handkerchief with the forget me nots embroidered Nov 01 20:11:17 here Nov 01 20:11:34 * Morgan takes it, drying his cheeks Nov 01 20:12:51 I'm alright Nov 01 20:13:29 it’s okay to be sad, my love Nov 01 20:13:52 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:14:33 it will get easier Nov 01 20:14:49 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:14:54 Aye, I know Nov 01 20:15:36 * Molly nods Nov 01 20:15:50 I was going to the dressmakers, would you like to come? Nov 01 20:16:16 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:16:23 Couple of places I need to go too Nov 01 20:19:26 * Molly nods Nov 01 20:19:48 And Heinzharold wishes to go to a jewellers to have the stone set Nov 01 20:20:01 He'll get ripped off Nov 01 20:20:20 why? Nov 01 20:20:42 He just will... then he'll have to go to Weissturrm to get it fixed Nov 01 20:22:15 Oh, that’s just over in the posher part. It won’t take that long to walk there Nov 01 20:22:30 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:22:56 I need to go to the explorers guild and... there's a place near the bank Nov 01 20:23:40 For your uniform? Nov 01 20:23:45 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:23:47 mmhmm Nov 01 20:23:57 * Molly nods Nov 01 20:24:10 Alright, are you ready to find Heinzharold? Nov 01 20:24:58 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:25:00 Aye Nov 01 20:25:56 * Molly leads the way. It takes a little while for them to get organised, but soon the three of them go down the gangplank Nov 01 20:26:15 HH: Already had someone sent to Witts for ya Nov 01 20:26:31 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:26:36 Need to introduce him to James Nov 01 20:34:15 HH: Take ‘em for a drink tonight? Nov 01 20:34:31 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:34:33 Good idea Nov 01 20:35:32 the dress shop I was think of is quite near the Weissturrm jewellers Nov 01 20:35:44 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:35:48 alright Nov 01 20:36:23 shall we do the guild first, it’s nearest Nov 01 20:36:30 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:36:35 I don't imagine it'll take too long Nov 01 20:37:02 * Molly and HH both says “that’s what she said” then laugh Nov 01 20:37:21 * Morgan rolls his eyes, setting off toward the guild Nov 01 20:38:16 *it’s fairly busy in the city. they’re near it when Molly suddenly stops walking Nov 01 20:38:32 * Morgan stops, looking at her Nov 01 20:38:36 What? Nov 01 20:39:20 * Molly is looking off towards a gentlemen’s outfitters. HH says “shit.” Nov 01 20:39:42 * Morgan looks in that direction Nov 01 20:39:48 that is Kauffman, isn’t it... Nov 01 20:40:18 *HH looks to Morgan* $uh oh$ Nov 01 20:40:38 Looks like him Nov 01 20:41:09 * Molly is watching his every move, looking very serious Nov 01 20:41:26 Leave it alone Nov 01 20:41:51 but he deserves to be taught a lesson... Nov 01 20:42:21 If so, that lesson should come from me Nov 01 20:42:56 * Molly frowns Nov 01 20:43:03 I don’t like it. Nov 01 20:43:13 I'm afraid thats just tough Nov 01 20:43:30 * Molly watches him still Nov 01 20:44:26 I see Nov 01 20:45:08 *HH is watching Morgan * Nov 01 20:45:19 What? Nov 01 20:45:37 HH: we moving on? Nov 01 20:45:42 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:46:01 Things to do Nov 01 20:47:08 *Kauffman must feel that odd sense of being stared at, because he looks in their direction, but without recognition Nov 01 20:47:41 Come on Nov 01 20:48:02 * Molly walks on with them, very quietly Nov 01 20:49:16 There's nothing to be gained in a confrontation with him... and he doesn't even recognise me Nov 01 20:49:41 I noticed. Nov 01 20:51:01 *HH looks at the pair of them, trying to find something to fill the void and distract them “Hey, I was thinkin’, maybe I’ll have Inga a necklace made, like a daisy, see? And in the box it’ll say “For the prettiest flower in the garden” Nov 01 20:52:16 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:52:23 Sounds like... -you- Nov 01 20:52:55 * Molly looks at HH, smiling slightly “For Prophets Mass, in front of everyone?!” Nov 01 20:53:41 *HH considers it* You think she’ll hate it? Nov 01 20:53:55 That weird lassie? Definitely not. Nov 01 20:57:15 But what if your Ma asks about it if you are visiting her for Prophets Mass? Nov 01 20:58:08 Thats a good question Nov 01 20:59:49 *HH nods* I could give it to her later in the day Nov 01 21:00:43 * Molly giggles “You definitely need to give it to her later. Less chance of your Ma seeing your twig, berries, and little bum hole!” Nov 01 21:01:27 * Morgan chuckles, looking round Nov 01 21:02:58 *HH grimaces* Thanks Molly, I almost wiped it from my mind! Nov 01 21:04:04 Can't be having that Nov 01 21:04:27 I’ll remind you periodically, don’t worry *she smiles* Nov 01 21:06:17 * Morgan shrugs slightly, glancing back toward Kaufmann Nov 01 21:07:27 *he’s a bit further away, and paying them no mind at all* Nov 01 21:07:55 * Morgan sighs Nov 01 21:07:59 I needed a new coat Nov 01 21:08:34 HH: hard when y’ got no coin to buy one, man Nov 01 21:08:56 Not an issue I currently have Nov 01 21:11:02 we can do that whilst we’re here, my love Nov 01 21:11:32 * Morgan nods, looking back toward the outfitters Nov 01 21:11:37 We can find somewhere else Nov 01 21:13:32 I know where Edward’s tailor is Nov 01 21:14:38 * Morgan nods, looking back at Kaufmann Nov 01 21:14:41 Yeah, okay Nov 01 21:15:49 * Molly watches him “You could go and put him in his place...” Nov 01 21:19:10 Just... wondering what he'd do... Nov 01 21:21:12 nothing that would put you at risk... Nov 01 21:21:27 That is... unlikely anyway Nov 01 21:21:35 HH: Annnnd Molly is being taken far away. Nov 01 21:21:59 * Molly frowns “You’re not the boss of me, Heinzharold.” Nov 01 21:22:43 HH: $this about where you pair start off before ending up in bed?$ Nov 01 21:22:57 $Sometimes$ Nov 01 21:23:05 If you can behave, you can come with me Nov 01 21:23:31 * Molly looks to him “If I can behave...” Nov 01 21:23:56 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:24:42 * Molly nods slowly “I see.” Nov 01 21:24:47 $you can outrun her man, leg it!$ Nov 01 21:26:26 If you are unable to control your urge to unravel his insides, you can wait here. Nov 01 21:26:50 I will wait here, where I can be trusted. Nov 01 21:27:44 Very well. HeinzHarold will wait with you... you can consider if this is really worth causing a fight over while I'm gone. Nov 01 21:28:16 * Molly nods briefly Nov 01 21:29:16 * Morgan nods, heading off toward the clothier Nov 01 21:31:22 * Molly is now known as Kauffman Nov 01 21:31:42 * Kauffman is stood outside talking to another man Nov 01 21:32:19 * Morgan wanders casually toward them Nov 01 21:34:52 K: ... is the key to success, of course. Nov 01 21:35:14 Excuse me... I'm after a coat Nov 01 21:35:53 * Kauffman looks around, taking in his style of dress to try to establish his rank Nov 01 21:37:07 * Morgan waits Nov 01 21:39:23 This one is good quality at a good price *he looks to be puzzling* Have we met, you look familiar? Nov 01 21:40:40 * Morgan nods, looking over the coat Nov 01 21:40:45 This is your business? Nov 01 21:42:48 * Kauffman shakes his head “My brother in laws” Nov 01 21:43:43 * Morgan nods, checking the coat Nov 01 21:44:25 *It’s not really a colour he likes* Nov 01 21:45:05 No... something a bit more neutral... and a bit bigger Nov 01 21:45:19 * Kauffman is still looking at him “I’m sure I know you from somewhere... Are you local to Freiburg?” Nov 01 21:45:36 *the other man looks for some coats for Morgan* Nov 01 21:45:43 No, just passing through... Nov 01 21:48:05 *the other man shows him three coats that all fit the requirements* Nov 01 21:48:18 Did you serve? Nov 01 21:48:21 * Morgan chooses a deep grey one Nov 01 21:48:25 Yes, I did... under you. Nov 01 21:48:48 * Kauffman thinks hard “when was that?” Nov 01 21:49:07 * Morgan tells him Nov 01 21:49:33 * Kauffman ‘s face becomes harder Nov 01 21:49:43 Now I recall. Nov 01 21:50:15 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:50:30 How has life treated you since the end of the war? Nov 01 21:51:14 well Nov 01 21:51:26 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:51:36 Good. You have family? Nov 01 21:51:57 Siblings, yes Nov 01 21:52:31 * Morgan nods, watching him for a moment Nov 01 21:52:38 You still bear enmity toward me Nov 01 21:53:51 * Kauffman sneers slightly “I haven’t thought of you in years” Nov 01 21:55:32 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:55:56 I'm pleased to see you're doing well Nov 01 21:57:21 I’m sure you are (!) Nov 01 21:58:28 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 21:58:46 Believe me or don't, it changes nothing for me Nov 01 21:59:11 I hope you’ve learned from it Nov 01 22:00:52 Oh there was plenty I learned from it... but I suspect nothing you'd agree with Nov 01 22:01:35 Still arrogant, I see. Are you buying that? Nov 01 22:03:12 Not arrogant... just... I stand by my beliefs... I will concede that I could've dealt with it differently, but my motivations were good. Nov 01 22:05:31 You were insubordinate. You should have been sent home, unfit for service. Nov 01 22:06:30 Our superiors disagreed Nov 01 22:08:35 Look, either buy the coat or go Nov 01 22:09:02 I'll take the coat... I'm not interested in wasting your time Nov 01 22:09:56 * Kauffman mutters Nov 01 22:10:02 first t8me for everything. Nov 01 22:10:53 * Morgan pays for the coat Nov 01 22:11:27 What did you do, after I was moved out of your command? After the rest of them got killed... Nov 01 22:13:17 I was given a new unit, all fresh from one of those Academies or another Nov 01 22:13:29 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:13:48 Served out the war, no promotion, no recognition? Nov 01 22:14:30 I needed neither, I had some lucrative sidelines, and am quite wealthy Nov 01 22:15:10 I see... so you work for your brother in law out of charity Nov 01 22:15:36 I am just minding it while my niece is sick Nov 01 22:15:51 What ails her? Nov 01 22:16:07 She has a broken leg Nov 01 22:16:28 Unfortunate but not a major concern Nov 01 22:16:43 it is no concern of yours anyway Nov 01 22:17:10 Don't be petty Kauffman, its unbecoming Nov 01 22:19:17 You can’t lecture me! Nov 01 22:19:50 * Morgan shrugs slightly Nov 01 22:19:59 What do you do when you're not minding shop here Nov 01 22:22:34 Your should mind your own business. *but Morgan can remember from months ago finding out that he works security in one of the very exclusive gentleman’s clubs for nobility only* Nov 01 22:23:00 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 01 22:23:24 Are you this rude to the customers at the club you work security for? I can't imagine they'd appreciate that Nov 01 22:25:09 *A micro expression of fear passes over Kauffman’s face* Nov 01 22:26:56 Ah... I see... its alright, I don't like to use my title to hit people over the head... Nov 01 22:27:18 * Kauffman just nods curtly Nov 01 22:27:31 *the other man hands him the coat* Nov 01 22:27:46 * Morgan takes it, thanking him Nov 01 22:27:57 Probably just as well, given I'm not a Veisgraf anymore Nov 01 22:29:08 * Kauffman looks very pleased about this, scornful Nov 01 22:29:17 What a pity (!) Nov 01 22:29:25 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:30:01 What is it that you're supposed to say now... let me think... ah yes, you're supposed to call me excellency... bit over the top if you ask me Nov 01 22:31:12 Excellency? why would I? Nov 01 22:31:42 Fairly sure thats how you're supposed to address a duke... of course, in Avalon, its your grace, but thats reserved for the Eisenfursts here Nov 01 22:32:37 * Kauffman looks wary now Nov 01 22:32:49 right Nov 01 22:33:14 * Morgan takes out his calling card, holding it out Nov 01 22:33:39 Anyway, placed to be... I'll make sure to drop by your place of work and we can properly catch up over a drink... Nov 01 22:34:48 * Kauffman nods mutely, just taking it Nov 01 22:35:13 * Morgan slaps the mans arm Nov 01 22:35:27 Do take care... I hope your niece heals up soon Nov 01 22:36:19 * Kauffman nods again, saying nothing Nov 01 22:36:33 * Morgan takes his coat, heading out back into the street Nov 01 22:38:17 *there’s different people around, but he can easily find his wife by the colour of her hair Nov 01 22:40:06 * Morgan moves back to her Nov 01 22:40:09 Got a coat Nov 01 22:41:48 *there’s a definite atmosphere. Molly looks like she’s been crying, and HH looks frustrated* Nov 01 22:41:53 * Kauffman is now known as Molly Nov 01 22:42:06 * Molly nods “nice colour” Nov 01 22:42:30 Alright, lets get this sorted out right now. I'm not spending the rest of the day waiting for an argument Nov 01 22:43:11 * Molly just moves to him, hugging him in the street despite the lack of etiquette and decorum Nov 01 22:43:39 HH: I was tryinna explain why being sharp with you was unfair, man Nov 01 22:43:53 Uh huh... and you upset her? Nov 01 22:44:05 HH: Not on purpose Nov 01 22:44:17 What'd you say? Nov 01 22:44:30 * Molly stays close to Morgan, like she would in the night Nov 01 22:45:11 HH: That what y’ really needed, seeing the guy that hurt ya and nearly had you hung was compassion an’ support, not retribution Nov 01 22:45:30 right... and... Nov 01 22:45:39 HH: And that’s it Nov 01 22:45:48 And it upset her Nov 01 22:46:51 HH: *he looks sad* yeah Nov 01 22:47:16 Why did it upset you? Nov 01 22:49:06 because I’m sorry, and I feel so guilty *she starts to cry again* Nov 01 22:49:44 Its alright. No harm done Nov 01 22:52:12 * Molly suddenly seems to realise that she can’t hold him this way in public, and moves away, wiping her eyes Nov 01 22:52:23 * Morgan pulls her back to him Nov 01 22:53:06 How far away do you think you could be and still cause some one to shit his pants? Nov 01 22:53:20 * Molly laughs, shocked Nov 01 22:53:48 I don’t know, I’ve never considered that Nov 01 22:54:24 I wouldn't be particularly upset if a certain someone suddenly filled his trousers Nov 01 22:56:08 I’d have to be able to see him, I think Nov 01 22:56:27 Maybe on the way back then Nov 01 22:57:30 * Molly nods Nov 01 22:57:37 Alright, my love Nov 01 22:58:08 Shall we? I think the guild is just up there Nov 01 22:59:08 * Molly nods walking beside him but without touching Nov 01 23:00:47 *HH walks at his other side* Nov 01 23:01:47 Lets just drop it shall we... Nov 01 23:02:02 * Molly and HH both nod Nov 01 23:02:37 Good. Might pop by a gentleman's club this evening... Nov 01 23:03:11 HH: always sounds like a brothel t’ me Nov 01 23:03:27 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:03:43 I know... might have a word with them about their security arrangements Nov 01 23:04:44 why, my love? Nov 01 23:05:09 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 23:05:27 On a completely unrelated note... Kauffman works security at a gentleman's club... Nov 01 23:05:42 HH: Huh. Weird coincidence. Nov 01 23:05:54 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:06:23 Be a shame of someone of nobility, say, a duke, took issue with his being security, and he was entirely disrespectful... Nov 01 23:07:51 especially if he also has an accident of the rear variety at the time? Nov 01 23:08:00 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:08:03 That'd be a crying shame Nov 01 23:08:08 * Molly smiles Nov 01 23:08:18 that would be enjoyable Nov 01 23:08:50 HH: Not sure I ever heard a woman say a man shitting himself would be enjoyable before Nov 01 23:09:25 No... Nov 01 23:10:43 * Molly wrinkles her nose “bad enough with Emil, thank you!” Nov 01 23:11:11 * Morgan laughs, heading for the guild Nov 01 23:11:56 HH: Summat to be said for a bit o’ sweet baby-talking in the bedroom though *it’s not far off the soft sympathy she was giving him in last night’s dream when his desire was so high* Nov 01 23:14:30 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:14:36 I'm inclined to agree Nov 01 23:14:44 * Molly looks thoughtful Nov 01 23:14:55 hmm, I shall have to remember that Nov 01 23:18:18 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 01 23:19:41 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client)