**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Thu Nov 16 00:02:57 2023 Nov 16 00:02:57 *they do so. The journey seems to both drag and fly by, sometimes they’re on the road, sometimes in inns, and once they get to Koln HHS avoids the house that Morgan’s cousin has just become the mistress of to stay in another tavern. The house of his uncle in Innesbruck welcomes them, though Hans, Mathilda, and Jarvie have already gone on to Die Dauerhaftigkeit. It’s hard to remember how many days it’s been, but he’s barely eaten Nov 16 00:03:33 * HHS leads them at long last to Morgan’s family home, the boy’s stomach rumbling Nov 16 00:04:20 * Morgan looks up at the building Nov 16 00:04:25 It looks.... empty Nov 16 00:04:34 * HHS nods Nov 16 00:04:44 yeah, I know what ya mean Nov 16 00:06:11 *grooms take their horses after bowing. Everyone is wearing black armbands, but Morgan is in school uniform still* Nov 16 00:06:28 * Morgan frowns Nov 16 00:06:33 I should be wearing something else Nov 16 00:06:47 I don’t think she’ll mind, kid Nov 16 00:06:56 * Morgan nods Nov 16 00:07:02 okay Nov 16 00:07:25 *Inside more of the staff bow. it’s all very subdued Nov 16 00:08:19 * Morgan swallows hard Nov 16 00:08:23 Where is my mother? Nov 16 00:08:38 M: In her morning room, my Lord Nov 16 00:09:03 * Morgan nods, heading that direction Nov 16 00:10:22 * HHS walks up with him. There’s a footman on the door, and when he goes in to announce the visitor, it’s Graf Sudlachenburg, not Veisgraf Nov 16 00:10:44 * Morgan takes a breath, holding it, willing himself not to cry Nov 16 00:12:30 *Inside the room, Hans is with Verity. they’re both wearing black. She looks to both Hans and HHS “Please give us ten minutes”. They both bow to her and Morgan before they go, leaving mother and son behind, door closing Nov 16 00:12:35 * HHS is now known as Verity Nov 16 00:13:06 * Morgan stands still, looking at his mother Nov 16 00:13:33 * Verity also opens her arms as HHS had done “Oh dear boy...” Nov 16 00:13:48 * Morgan steps to her, wrapping his arms around her Nov 16 00:13:52 I'm sorry mother Nov 16 00:14:08 * Verity kisses his cheek “So am I” Nov 16 00:14:55 * Morgan hugs her firmly Nov 16 00:16:48 * Verity moves back to look at him “you do not need to try to be so strong, dear boy. You can be upset” Nov 16 00:17:13 * Morgan nods, tears silently rolling down his cheeks Nov 16 00:17:36 * Verity kisses his forehead just as she always has Nov 16 00:18:27 it’s going to be alright Nov 16 00:18:47 How?! Nov 16 00:19:35 You have me, your uncles, and Heinzharold Senior. We will guide and prepare you Nov 16 00:20:13 * Morgan nods Nov 16 00:20:17 I'll do my best Nov 16 00:21:06 I know you will. You are young, and we will serve as your regents until you are a man. It is what your Father always planned Nov 16 00:21:27 * Morgan nods, looking a little numb Nov 16 00:21:30 okay Nov 16 00:22:36 Do you want to freshen up, eat, and take a nap? I imagine Heinzharold is keen to see Emilene and the children Nov 16 00:22:52 * Morgan nods Nov 16 00:22:57 Okay... I am hungry Nov 16 00:23:03 * Verity smiles Nov 16 00:23:41 good boy. I’ve told Edward he can see you a little while after you got home Nov 16 00:23:52 * Morgan nods Nov 16 00:23:57 He must be devastated Nov 16 00:24:04 * Verity nods Nov 16 00:24:18 He was always so close with your Father Nov 16 00:24:38 * Morgan nods Nov 16 00:24:54 I'll go see him first Nov 16 00:25:44 He’s in the nursery with Mathilde and Jarvinia. Your room is ready for you as soon as you are ready Nov 16 00:25:56 * Morgan nods Nov 16 00:25:59 Okay mother Nov 16 00:26:20 * Verity kisses his forehead again Nov 16 00:26:29 I’ll see you later Nov 16 00:27:25 * Morgan nods, hugging her again before quietly leaving the room Nov 16 00:27:47 *The footman is still in the hall awaiting orders Nov 16 00:29:01 I will be seeing my brother now. I would like something to eat please Nov 16 00:30:49 FM: To the nursery, to your old room, or to the Master room, my Lord? Nov 16 00:31:55 What do you mean... my -old- room? Nov 16 00:32:27 FM: My Lord, the room you’ve had since you left the nursery. Nov 16 00:32:38 Thats just... my room. Nov 16 00:33:20 FM: I did not when you are changing to the Graf’s room, my Lord Nov 16 00:33:29 know* Nov 16 00:33:40 * Morgan frowns Nov 16 00:33:47 The... nursery will be fine Nov 16 00:34:02 *FM bows* Nov 16 00:34:21 * Morgan sniffs, starting toward the nursery Nov 16 00:35:07 *the other servants all bow or bob curtsies as he passes. There’s a servant on the door at the nursery* Nov 16 00:35:17 S: My Lord Nov 16 00:35:42 * Morgan rubs his nose Nov 16 00:35:46 I've come to see my brother Nov 16 00:36:38 *The servant also announces him as Graf Sudlachenburg. Poor Edward’s face lights up, then sinks again* Nov 16 00:37:08 * Morgan goes in, fiddling with his fingers as he moves to his brother Nov 16 00:38:25 *Jarvie is playing with some toy horses, and his aunt, who is pregnant here when she wasn’t in reality, is watching over the children. Edward looks away, back over the lake* Nov 16 00:39:16 * Morgan puts a hand on his shoulder Nov 16 00:39:32 *Edward looks up at him* Nov 16 00:39:46 I'm sorry Edward Nov 16 00:40:03 * Verity is now known as Edward Nov 16 00:40:13 * Edward ‘s lower lip quivers Nov 16 00:40:34 * Morgan pulls him into a hug, holding onto him hard Nov 16 00:40:44 * Edward starts to cry Nov 16 00:40:53 I want Father back! Nov 16 00:41:05 * Morgan nods, trying desperately not to cry Nov 16 00:41:08 So do I Nov 16 00:41:19 I’m scared without him! Nov 16 00:41:43 * Morgan nods, sniffing Nov 16 00:41:57 I know.... But we've got mother... and you've got me Nov 16 00:42:22 How are... we... supposed... to be... men... now?! Nov 16 00:43:24 We'll learn our own way, and... and... mother will help us... and we'll remember what father has already told us... Nov 16 00:43:35 *Mathilde keeps an eye on the boys, giving them chance to comfort each other* Nov 16 00:44:13 * Edward just cries more, his heart absolutely breaking Nov 16 00:44:30 * Morgan just holds him, rocking him slightly Nov 16 00:45:25 *Jarvie, who is not quite seven yet almost as tall as Edward, comes to hug them both* Nov 16 00:45:58 * Morgan chews on his lip, trying to stay strong Nov 16 00:46:20 J: It’s okay, I’ll teach you both how to be a man Nov 16 00:47:05 * Morgan sniffs, putting an arm around her Nov 16 00:48:25 J, whispering: But we can’t invite Alarice, because she’s mean when people are sad Nov 16 00:48:44 okay Nov 16 00:49:07 E: no Alarice, just us three Koertigs. Nov 16 00:50:18 *Jarvie nods at this. The chime of the nursery clock/dawn watch wakes him* Nov 16 00:50:54 * Morgan rolls onto his side, curling around a pillow and weeping into it Nov 16 00:51:14 *he isn’t interrupted Nov 16 01:09:14 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 16 01:53:15 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 16 08:10:11 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Nov 16 10:20:14 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 16 13:05:26 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Nov 16 13:21:59 * Morgan has quit (Quit: Leaving) Nov 16 13:25:06 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Nov 16 13:29:11 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Nov 16 13:56:03 *Jarvie, who is not quite seven yet almost as tall as Edward, comes to hug them both* Nov 16 13:56:03 * Morgan chews on his lip, trying to stay strong Nov 16 13:56:03 J: It’s okay, I’ll teach you both how to be a man Nov 16 13:56:03 * Morgan sniffs, putting an arm around her Nov 16 13:56:05 J, whispering: But we can’t invite Alarice, because she’s mean when people are sad Nov 16 13:56:07 okay Nov 16 13:56:09 E: no Alarice, just us three Koertigs. Nov 16 13:56:11 *Jarvie nods at this. The chime of the nursery clock/dawn watch wakes him* Nov 16 13:56:13 * Morgan rolls onto his side, curling around a pillow and weeping into it Nov 16 13:56:15 *he isn’t interrupted Nov 16 13:56:38 * Morgan spends ten minutes doing this before getting up, washing and getting dressed Nov 16 13:58:33 * Molly is now known as Claudia Nov 16 13:58:51 * Claudia is dressed and headed for the bathroom when he is coming out Nov 16 13:58:57 morning Nov 16 14:00:35 Hey Nov 16 14:03:31 how you doing? Nov 16 14:03:52 * Morgan pulls a face Nov 16 14:03:59 surviving. You? Nov 16 14:04:12 * Claudia nods Nov 16 14:04:18 yeah... I’m good Nov 16 14:04:48 * Morgan nods, moving out the way of the door Nov 16 14:06:51 * Claudia goes on in Nov 16 14:07:12 * Morgan finds his coat Nov 16 14:07:19 I'm going for coffee. I'll see you in a bit Nov 16 14:10:09 training? Nov 16 14:10:19 * Morgan nods Nov 16 14:10:21 Yeah, ok Nov 16 14:10:29 meet you on the lawn then Nov 16 14:11:02 Aye alright Nov 16 14:11:08 * Morgan heads down toward the kitchen Nov 16 14:13:44 *there’s staff down there going about their day. This is where he’d first met Inga, she was making a cherry pie and Heinrich was here flirting with her Nov 16 14:14:37 * Morgan quietly sets about making some coffee Nov 16 14:19:05 *he’s not bothered by anyone, though he does see Nanette, Verity’s maid, getting a tea tray together with two cups on it* Nov 16 14:19:25 Two cups Nanette? Nov 16 14:23:29 Nanette looks like she’s been caught doing something naughty: Yes, your Excellency Nov 16 14:24:17 * Morgan nods, making a gesture that looks like he's buttoning his lip Nov 16 14:26:45 *She smiles, bobbing a brief curtesy to him* Nov 16 14:28:19 * Morgan takes his coffee, going out through the nearest exit outside Nov 16 14:30:35 *it’s starting to get light, the Sudlache glow fading Nov 16 14:31:05 * Morgan moves away from the house, finding somewhere to train, standing watching the lake while he waits Nov 16 14:32:48 * Claudia joins him a few minutes later Nov 16 14:33:58 * Morgan glances at her Nov 16 14:35:39 You eventually sleep alright? Nov 16 14:36:13 * Claudia nods Nov 16 14:36:35 it was well after one that we came back to the rooms Nov 16 14:36:42 * Morgan nods Nov 16 14:36:54 Aye... and quite a bit later when you got to sleep Nov 16 14:37:08 * Claudia smiles faintly Nov 16 14:37:10 yeah Nov 16 14:39:23 * Morgan nods, finishing his coffee Nov 16 14:39:25 Ready? Nov 16 14:40:56 * Claudia nods Nov 16 14:41:06 yep Nov 16 14:41:12 * Claudia salutes him Nov 16 14:41:42 * Morgan does likewise before staring into a series of attacks and defenses Nov 16 14:43:47 * Claudia goes through this sparring with him, looking quite relaxed Nov 16 14:44:57 * Morgan stops once he's built up a sweat Nov 16 14:46:41 * Claudia stretches “you good?” Nov 16 14:47:21 * Morgan nods Nov 16 14:47:28 Tired, 's all Nov 16 14:49:29 bad night? Nov 16 14:53:58 * Morgan nods Nov 16 14:53:59 Yeah Nov 16 14:54:16 do you need a hug? Nov 16 14:54:49 * Morgan shrugs Nov 16 14:54:55 Probably but... its alright Nov 16 14:56:08 it’s okay Nov 16 14:56:36 * Morgan nods, moving closer to her Nov 16 14:57:31 * Claudia hugs him Nov 16 14:57:54 * Morgan leans into her, hugging her Nov 16 14:59:29 * Claudia seems more at ease with this than he’s used to Nov 16 14:59:52 * Morgan takes a deep breath before letting her go and stepping away Nov 16 15:04:06 everything okay at home? Nov 16 15:04:16 Yeah, they're all good Nov 16 15:06:59 did you get to see her last night? Nov 16 15:07:04 * Morgan nods Nov 16 15:07:13 Yeah, we had a little time to talk. Nov 16 15:07:22 * Claudia nods Nov 16 15:07:27 good Nov 16 15:08:59 * Morgan nods Nov 16 15:09:08 Pity about the nightmare Nov 16 15:09:30 what was it? Nov 16 15:10:50 I was at the academy... maybe thirteen years old. Get called to the headmasters office.... HeinzHarolds Da shows up, tells me my fathers died in battle. Had to come home and be Graf Nov 16 15:12:59 shit. Nov 16 15:13:21 * Morgan nods Nov 16 15:13:23 Yeah Nov 16 15:14:48 lingers, huh? Nov 16 15:15:01 * Morgan nods Nov 16 15:15:03 Very much so Nov 16 15:15:40 you’re worried about losing h8m? Nov 16 15:16:05 A bit, but I was anyway, particularly with that blunderbuss... Nov 16 15:17:34 Why don’t you just break it? Nov 16 15:17:56 You don't mess with another mans weapons Nov 16 15:18:28 I do if it would kill someone I care about Nov 16 15:19:10 * Morgan nods Nov 16 15:19:18 Its in the vault Nov 16 15:21:37 damn Nov 16 15:23:31 I'll just have to go with the, fuck it up without him getting hurt Nov 16 15:24:43 Can you fuck it up without touching it? Nov 16 15:25:13 Oh yeah Nov 16 15:26:28 be there from when they open the vault then. if they know you didn’t go near it, they won’t suspect Nov 16 15:26:49 About the best I can do is heat things up though... Nov 16 15:29:31 melt some shit inside it? Nov 16 15:29:40 * Morgan shrugs Nov 16 15:29:48 And trap the powder when it goes bang? Nov 16 15:29:58 * Claudia shrugs Nov 16 15:30:04 Am I Heinzharold? Nov 16 15:30:31 No, you don't have the people skills Nov 16 15:31:24 * Claudia nods Nov 16 15:31:32 you’ll think of something Nov 16 15:32:06 * Morgan shrugs Nov 16 15:32:08 We'll see Nov 16 15:33:28 * Claudia nods Nov 16 15:33:42 you spoken to Molly about your dream? Nov 16 15:34:32 No... she'll barely be waking now Nov 16 15:36:01 did she get your drawing? Nov 16 15:36:13 * Morgan nods Nov 16 15:36:16 Yes, she did Nov 16 15:36:40 did she like it? Nov 16 15:37:06 * Morgan nods Nov 16 15:37:09 Oh yes, very much Nov 16 15:38:42 * Claudia smiles Nov 16 15:39:04 well done. knowing women she’ll have that framed somewhere when you get home Nov 16 15:39:49 Nowhere anyone goes hopefully... Nov 16 15:41:12 don’t run down your talent, you draw well Nov 16 15:41:28 That, for a change, isn't even slightly what I mean Nov 16 15:43:50 what then? Nov 16 15:44:38 * Morgan blushes Nov 16 15:44:43 Its... very very rude Nov 16 15:45:17 * Claudia smiles Nov 16 15:45:36 I’m shocked at you, which is getting rarer! Nov 16 15:45:56 * Morgan nods Nov 16 15:46:06 -I'm- shocked at me Nov 16 15:47:12 * Claudia nods Nov 16 15:47:17 but she wasn’t? Nov 16 15:47:28 She was a bit surprised Nov 16 15:48:34 * Claudia nods Nov 16 15:48:45 happy though Nov 16 15:49:07 * Morgan nods Nov 16 15:49:10 Yeah, she was Nov 16 15:50:23 sounds like you know what to send now Nov 16 15:50:42 * Morgan nods Nov 16 15:50:54 Don't know I could find the privacy t draw that sort of thing again though Nov 16 15:52:41 * Claudia shrugs Nov 16 15:53:03 tell them you’re going for a walk, or catching up on correspondence Nov 16 15:53:20 Tomorrow perhaps... todays going to be heavy going Nov 16 15:54:26 I’m taking Uinise to church, are you coming? Nov 16 15:54:36 * Morgan nods Nov 16 15:54:46 I was going to find out if mother and father are attending... Nov 16 15:55:10 * Claudia nods Nov 16 15:55:22 could do Nov 16 15:58:28 Are you going to be with your Father all day? Nov 16 15:58:45 There's a good chance.. We have a lot of arguing to do Nov 16 16:01:03 I’ll find something to do to keep Uinise busy Nov 16 16:01:08 * Morgan nods Nov 16 16:01:14 I'd appreciate that Nov 16 16:02:15 * Claudia nods Nov 16 16:03:05 I’ll take her breakfast, you know she’s not a morning person Nov 16 16:03:14 * Morgan nods Nov 16 16:03:25 Could be because she kept you up half the night Nov 16 16:05:56 * Claudia blushes Nov 16 16:05:58 maybe Nov 16 16:10:05 * Morgan nods, picking up his cup Nov 16 16:10:15 Alright, I'm going to get more coffee Nov 16 16:11:32 * Claudia nods, following him in. The servants are hard at work as the sun is now up and they want to be finished for church. It won’t be long until breakfast Nov 16 16:12:13 * Morgan makes himself more coffee, going himself up in the dining room to wait for his parents Nov 16 16:14:46 * Claudia is now known as Adalbrecht Nov 16 16:15:02 * Adalbrecht comes in first by himself Nov 16 16:15:08 Good morning, Morgan Nov 16 16:15:35 * Morgan stands, putting his coffee down and immediately going to hug his father hard Nov 16 16:16:56 * Adalbrecht hugs him Nov 16 16:17:06 What’s the matter? Nov 16 16:17:15 * Morgan squeezes him before letting go Nov 16 16:17:21 just... a rotten nightmare Nov 16 16:18:14 * Adalbrecht nods, sitting back down Nov 16 16:18:38 it happens Nov 16 16:18:45 * Morgan nods Nov 16 16:18:52 The feelings sort of linger, don't they Nov 16 16:20:02 occassionally, yes. How is Uinise today? Is she enjoying her stay? Nov 16 16:20:30 She is one of natures night owls... mornings don't agree with her, even more than you I think Nov 16 16:23:29 * Adalbrecht nods Nov 16 16:23:59 I’ve never understood the fascination with getting up early in the morning Nov 16 16:25:08 * Morgan shrugs Nov 16 16:25:13 I watch the sun rise every day Nov 16 16:25:51 * Adalbrecht nods Nov 16 16:26:39 *the servants bring the breakfast, and Verity follows. Adalbrecht smiles at her* Good morning, my dear. Did you sleep well? Nov 16 16:27:40 * Morgan smirks briefly, looking away Nov 16 16:29:40 V: I did, thank you. How about you, dear boy? Did the nightmare trap help? Nov 16 16:29:53 * Morgan shakes his head slightly Nov 16 16:30:00 I'm afraid not. Nov 16 16:30:20 V: That’s a shame Nov 16 16:31:12 I'm more or less used to it now Nov 16 16:33:01 *several quiet minutes pass as they get breakfast and start eating* Nov 16 16:33:11 * Adalbrecht is now known as Verity Nov 16 16:33:43 How were Sascha and Otto yesterday? Nov 16 16:34:10 Aside from hearing about Florrie, very well... Sascha's enormous isn't she Nov 16 16:35:10 * Verity nods Nov 16 16:35:34 Ad: your Mother was that big with you at the end Nov 16 16:36:14 They were very touched by the furniture Nov 16 16:37:06 I did have a little look, it was very fine Nov 16 16:37:39 * Morgan looks pleased Nov 16 16:37:49 I'm glad you thought so... it took a good deal of time Nov 16 16:39:26 it does look to have done Nov 16 16:39:48 Never had so many splinters, and thats saying something Nov 16 16:41:23 * Verity smiles Nov 16 16:41:45 boys who will not stop climbing get lots of splinters, I recall saying Nov 16 16:42:11 * Morgan nods Nov 16 16:42:13 And we do Nov 16 16:43:44 Ad: How did they react to the news of Florrie? Nov 16 16:44:23 Not terribly well. Otto has said he doesn't wish to see her... I said I'd arrange for you to notify him if she visits so they can work at avoiding her Nov 16 16:48:10 * Verity looks sad Nov 16 16:48:23 it’s not easy, is it, dear boy? Nov 16 16:48:34 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 16 16:48:59 At least... the rest of you know its coming... seeing her on that deck was... awful. Nov 16 16:49:16 * Verity nods Nov 16 16:49:27 I am glad you have warned us Nov 16 16:50:20 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Nov 16 16:52:02 Ad: Have you considered when we are going to arrive before the baptism? it is not far away Nov 16 16:52:33 * Morgan puts his cup down Nov 16 16:52:57 I'm not sure... we want to give Edward time with Florrie before she then has to adjust to meeting more people... Nov 16 16:57:05 *Today is Sunday the 11th If April. Molly is due to be sparkly and then leave on Thursday 15th, with Edward arriving the 16th or 17th. Molly is supposed to be back with Mina on wed 21st. Guests will likely arrive on the 25th or 26th. Then the baptisms are on Tuesday 27th* Nov 16 16:59:06 How does the 23rd sound? It gives Mina a day or so to adjust, and its before any other guests should arrive... *he frowns* unless mother being there would help Mina through it all... Nov 16 17:01:03 * Verity smiles Nov 16 17:01:42 Whatever you think best, dear boy. I would like to help Molly, it is very daunting when you run your first household and hold your first function Nov 16 17:01:53 * Morgan nods Nov 16 17:02:01 She returns with Mina and Inga not he twenty first Nov 16 17:03:31 * Verity nods Nov 16 17:03:50 the twenty third will give them time to recover from it Nov 16 17:04:15 * Morgan nods Nov 16 17:06:08 Ad: I will make arrangements then, Grunhelm will be in charge here Nov 16 17:06:54 * Morgan nods Nov 16 17:07:08 He and HeinzHarolds mother are growing fond of eachother... Nov 16 17:08:42 Ad: They are friends, yes Nov 16 17:09:38 There is more to it I think Nov 16 17:11:14 If there is, it is not declared Nov 16 17:11:51 * Morgan nods slightly, sipping his coffee Nov 16 17:12:01 I was thinking I'd attend church in town... Nov 16 17:13:01 Ad: We will all go Nov 16 17:13:09 * Morgan nods, smiling a little Nov 16 17:13:19 Uinise would like to observe the service... Nov 16 17:14:27 I think that would be nice. Jarvinia must stay here, of course Nov 16 17:14:58 Must she? Nov 16 17:17:44 She only had a baby five weeks ago, she isn’t churched yet Nov 16 17:18:07 * Morgan nods Nov 16 17:18:08 I know Nov 16 17:19:40 Ad: a rest will do her good Nov 16 17:20:17 She looks pretty rested to me... and possibly suffering a little cabin fever... Nov 16 17:22:22 We want to keep her safe and well, dear boy Nov 16 17:22:33 I know, of course.... Nov 16 17:24:24 * Verity nods, smiling Nov 16 17:25:18 It is a precious time, getting to know you and Edward as infants Nov 16 17:26:11 * Morgan nods Nov 16 17:26:30 HeinzHarolds mother didn't have that rush, on account of him never growing up... Nov 16 17:27:23 * Verity and Adalbrecht laugh Nov 16 17:27:36 Ad: Has he started building now Nov 16 17:27:43 * Morgan nods Nov 16 17:27:58 He asked me to lay the first stone since his Da isn't here to... Nov 16 17:30:42 Ad: He’s a sentimental man Nov 16 17:30:59 He's becoming more and more like his father Nov 16 17:32:11 * Verity smiles Nov 16 17:32:20 Heinzharold Senior was a good man Nov 16 17:32:34 * Morgan nods Nov 16 17:33:00 He really was. I miss him Nov 16 17:34:06 * Verity nods Nov 16 17:34:25 He was well-loved here Nov 16 17:34:33 * Morgan nods Nov 16 17:34:59 I'll visit his resting place before we come back after the service Nov 16 17:35:30 that’s a lovely idea Nov 16 17:36:22 Ad: Have you been to the graveyard, Morgan? We’ve had some Lily Of The Valley planted there. Nov 16 17:36:44 I haven't yet, no... I wanted to get everything else ut of the way so I can visit with a clear mind Nov 16 17:39:04 Ad: Having spoken to Otto and Sascha you are done with that now? Nov 16 17:39:16 * Morgan sighs Nov 16 17:39:22 Sadly not yet. Nov 16 17:41:21 *Adalbrecht nods* I see Nov 16 17:43:38 * Morgan nods sligtly Nov 16 17:46:17 *Jarvie and Grendlik turning up with Matthias for breakfast stops them going further, and the attention turns to fawning over the baby, even Adalbrecht taking a turn to cradle him in his arms like a proud grandfather * Nov 16 17:47:50 * Morgan watches this with a smile tinged with sadness Nov 16 17:49:32 *the meal goes on, and soon Morgan gets his turn to cuddle the child* Nov 16 17:50:15 * Morgan looks down at the boy Nov 16 17:51:02 What do you reckon, kid, have a little walk around the house later? Nov 16 17:51:45 *The boy watches up at him, quietly studying him Nov 16 17:52:41 Don't think you'd be much good in a fight though... Nov 16 17:54:48 Ad: He will grow to be strong and fine Nov 16 17:55:27 And if he doesn't, we can always swing him about by his ankles Nov 16 17:56:25 J: *she says quietly to Morgan* That would have been easier when his cord was still attached. Nov 16 17:57:28 * Morgan sniggers Nov 16 18:02:12 * Verity just gives them both a look. It’s arranged that Adalbrecht, Verity, Uinise and Grendlik will take a coach to the church, and Claudia will probably want to ride. When they get there, the front pew is empty for the noble family as always. His old spot with Sascha and Otto, which was Dietlinde’s request, is now taken by David and Martha Nov 16 18:03:05 * Morgan touches their shoulder as he passes Nov 16 18:06:11 *smiles are given. He passes Ma who as the mother of a baronet sits the row behind the nobles. Ruth and Sarah, and Sarah’s husband, are sat with her Nov 16 18:06:46 * Morgan touches her shoulder too before he finds his place Nov 16 18:09:12 *it’s just where he sat as a boy on the occasions they came here. The last time he was here was for Memorial Day, and Molly had been sat beside him. The service starts promptly at ten o’clock, led by the priest who baptised Molly and then married them Nov 16 18:11:47 * Morgan listens as hes expected to Nov 16 18:14:20 * Verity has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 16 18:21:31 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Nov 16 18:21:42 * Morgan listens as hes expected to Nov 16 18:22:14 *ther service is about trusting in Theus plan, and all things happening in the time they are supposed to* Nov 16 18:22:31 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 16 18:25:24 *Then it’s time to take communion, and after that they are expected to lead out from church. it’s not too bad outside, and many people want to chat with the noble family Nov 16 18:27:07 * Morgan gets involved properly Nov 16 18:27:36 *It takes about twenty minutes, but eventually the people start dispersing Nov 16 18:27:51 * Morgan finds his father Nov 16 18:28:01 If you'll excuse me, I'm going to visit HeinzHarold... Nov 16 18:28:41 *Adalbrecht nods* it will be lunch time soon, and quiet hour after that. Will you be available at two? Nov 16 18:29:07 I will make sure of it Nov 16 18:35:56 *Adalbrecht nods, letting him go on* Nov 16 18:36:12 * Morgan makes his way to Da's grave Nov 16 18:39:10 *The graveyard is empty. There are daffodils starting to grow on some graves* Nov 16 18:39:34 * Morgan stands in the right spot quietly for a few minutes Nov 16 18:40:52 *the headstone is nice, the cross carved into it is a reminder that he wanted one made to add to Dietlinde’s for their unborn son* Nov 16 18:42:25 Hello Da... I suppose... you must already know we think of you often Nov 16 18:44:35 *there’s a soft breeze, but nothing more* Nov 16 18:46:11 You'd be really proud of your son... he's grown up to be a wonderful man... *he glances round to make sure he's alone* and you're gonn' be a grand-da... Nov 16 18:47:22 *he is alone, though the breeze rustles the new leaves on the trees* Nov 16 18:48:51 * Morgan sighs Nov 16 18:49:08 We miss you Da. But we'll be alright. Nov 16 18:49:42 *Now he gets the feeling of being watched* Nov 16 18:53:46 * Morgan looks around Nov 16 18:58:22 *Ruth is stood at a distance. She’s sixteen or seventeen, quite short and plump like her Ma, but with golden hair and a pretty face like her brother. She’s carrying a posy of daisies* Nov 16 18:58:44 * Morgan beckons her over Nov 16 19:03:00 * Molly is now known as Ruth Nov 16 19:03:38 I don wann interrupt ya, yer Excellency Nov 16 19:04:08 You don't need to worry about that love Nov 16 19:04:34 * Ruth crouches, putting the flowers down Nov 16 19:07:36 do ya remember a lot about ‘im? Nov 16 19:08:33 Quite a bit, aye Nov 16 19:08:41 I don’t Nov 16 19:08:53 You were very yong Nov 16 19:09:02 three Nov 16 19:09:25 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:09:38 It is to be expected Nov 16 19:10:12 I know he loved me, because everyun says Nov 16 19:10:42 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:10:55 Don't doubt it for so much as a second Nov 16 19:11:21 I wish I did remember though Nov 16 19:11:41 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:11:55 Its not the same as just being told Nov 16 19:12:17 * Ruth nods Nov 16 19:12:38 e’en Sarah remembers some stuff Nov 16 19:13:15 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:14:28 I think it’s prolly easier if yer older Nov 16 19:14:51 * Morgan puts his arm around her Nov 16 19:14:57 Not really love Nov 16 19:15:30 * Ruth shrugs Nov 16 19:15:42 Ma remembers a lot of him Nov 16 19:15:50 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:15:58 But ma had the feel the most when we lost him Nov 16 19:16:10 * Ruth nods Nov 16 19:16:17 they were young sweethearts Nov 16 19:16:35 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:17:33 they were the Shadow King and Queen one year, the old Grafin picked them Nov 16 19:18:23 Think that runs in the family... Nov 16 19:18:39 * Ruth nods Nov 16 19:19:12 Heinzharold was shadow king like ten years ago Nov 16 19:19:19 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:19:21 Thats right Nov 16 19:20:10 he didn’t marry the shadow queen though, he married Inga Nov 16 19:21:50 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:21:55 I married the shadow queen... Nov 16 19:23:12 oh yeah! I forgot you’d been married before Nov 16 19:24:27 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:24:49 You like Inga? Nov 16 19:25:05 * Ruth nods Nov 16 19:25:22 she makes him happy Nov 16 19:25:39 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:25:45 He's getting very much like Da was Nov 16 19:26:04 I wish he’d come back to see us Nov 16 19:26:37 He will love, and we're not far away... Nov 16 19:27:15 Ma doesn’t know if I’m coming to the baptism Nov 16 19:27:24 Why? Nov 16 19:27:42 she wasn’t sure how many of us are invited Nov 16 19:28:13 I should've been clear about that. Of course you're invited Nov 16 19:28:25 * Ruth looks pleased Nov 16 19:28:33 thank you! Nov 16 19:28:48 Love, even if one of my ancestors wasn't one of yours, you're family... Nov 16 19:29:18 Can I stay in your house? Nov 16 19:30:00 Probably. Not sure where exactly.. don't know who's coming Nov 16 19:30:43 could I look at the Duchess’ dresses? Nov 16 19:30:53 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:31:07 Oh I imagine so... Nov 16 19:31:29 are there any handsome grooms or stable hands? Nov 16 19:31:40 * Morgan laughs Nov 16 19:31:51 Im not sure I'm the best judge of that love Nov 16 19:32:08 * Ruth nods Nov 16 19:32:16 I’ll have a look and tell you Nov 16 19:32:22 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:32:23 Sounds good Nov 16 19:32:50 I have to go, I’m staying at Sarah’s again tonight Nov 16 19:33:07 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:33:18 Alright love. I'm having dinner with your Ma tonight Nov 16 19:33:49 * Ruth nods, smiling Nov 16 19:34:00 it’s good she won’t be alone Nov 16 19:34:17 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:34:23 I suppose... I'd best get back too Nov 16 19:34:52 * Ruth nods, walking with him Nov 16 19:35:21 “Do you think I might be the Shadow Queen next year? I’m the right age Nov 16 19:35:35 * Morgan shrugs Nov 16 19:35:44 That'll be down to the Grafin, won't it Nov 16 19:38:07 * Ruth nods Nov 16 19:38:33 You can’t tell her I want to, because that’s cheating, but do you think maybe I’m pretty enough? Nov 16 19:38:43 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:38:51 I do, love, I do Nov 16 19:40:29 * Ruth smiles Nov 16 19:40:33 thanks Nov 16 19:42:17 Some point, when its all calmed down, you want to come and stay with us a little while? When we're not swamped with noble types we have plenty of space Nov 16 19:44:43 * Ruth smiles Nov 16 19:44:46 yes please! Nov 16 19:45:09 * Morgan nods Nov 16 19:45:19 I'll talk with Molly, we'll arrange it Nov 16 19:45:57 * Ruth nods “Thank you” Nov 16 19:46:21 * Morgan smiles Nov 16 19:46:23 Of course Nov 16 19:48:48 * Ruth says goodbye when it’s time for them to go separate ways, immediately going to tell her sister the exciting news Nov 16 19:49:04 * Morgan heads back to his fathers house Nov 16 19:53:34 *Theyre all back already and having lunch. Uinise and Adalbrecht are having a lively but good natured discussion about their religious differences. Jarvie chimes in on occasion, but Verity, Claudia and Grendlik are mostly just eating their lunch Nov 16 19:54:02 * Morgan sits down, starting to eat Nov 16 19:58:13 *They continue to chat and drink coffee, but at quarter to one Adalbrecht says he’ll let them all go about their quiet hour, and so they all disperse, Grendlik and Jarvie to nap, and Claudia offers to take Uinise for a look around the gardens. Morgan is, uncommonly, the odd one out Nov 16 19:58:44 * Morgan goes up to check the mirror Nov 16 20:03:29 *It says “Dawn: I miss you, I hope you were able to sleep. My sketch and I eventually dropped off about an hour after I spoke to you! I love you. Nine O’clock: I hope all is well with you. The boys are asking for you today. We will do home church soon with Heinzharold. My love, always. Midday: I will be here for Quiet Hour, and just leave the mirror uncovered incase you arrive. I hope it has not been too awful. MK xx” Nov 16 20:04:16 * Morgan smiles, carrying it into the bedroom and setting it up, leaving it uncovered Nov 16 20:04:56 *it is indeed exactly one o’clock when she uncovers it, smiling delightedly to see him* Nov 16 20:05:00 * Ruth is now known as Molly Nov 16 20:05:08 good afternoon, my love Nov 16 20:05:14 Hello blossom Nov 16 20:05:42 * Molly gets more comfortable on the bed Nov 16 20:05:46 how are you? Nov 16 20:05:53 Tired, love... you? Nov 16 20:06:28 A little of the same, I was awake until late. It was the same for you? Nov 16 20:07:20 I was kept awake by certain noisy people... then I had a nightmare Nov 16 20:08:46 were they up drinking? Nov 16 20:09:02 Uhhh... no Nov 16 20:09:36 what were they doing? Nov 16 20:09:51 * Morgan pulls a face like she's being dimwitted Nov 16 20:11:39 * Molly isn’t getting it Nov 16 20:11:57 Really? Come on, what do you think they were doing? Nov 16 20:12:11 I don’t know, my love Nov 16 20:12:29 * Morgan rolls his eyes Nov 16 20:12:38 Its gotten Inga in the situation she's in now... Nov 16 20:13:52 * Molly blushes Nov 16 20:13:55 oh! Nov 16 20:14:37 * Morgan nods Nov 16 20:14:39 yeah Nov 16 20:16:58 they were being noisy too? Nov 16 20:17:06 * Morgan nods Nov 16 20:17:14 Uinise is... quite vocal Nov 16 20:17:26 that must have been unpleasant for you Nov 16 20:18:00 They kept waking me up... then when I finally slept I had a nightmare Nov 16 20:21:14 oh my love... what was it? Nov 16 20:21:22 * Morgan sighs Nov 16 20:21:57 I was thirteen, at the academy... Da turned up to bring me home... father had been killed in battle. Nov 16 20:22:13 * Molly looks sad for him Nov 16 20:22:54 that’s awful, liebling Nov 16 20:23:06 * Morgan nods Nov 16 20:23:18 Having to console Edward... Nov 16 20:23:46 * Molly nods Nov 16 20:23:56 he would have been nine or ten? Nov 16 20:24:42 /me nods Nov 16 20:24:43 About that Nov 16 20:26:18 * Molly nods Nov 16 20:26:28 how do you feel now? Nov 16 20:27:15 A bit better. Seeing father this morning helped a great deal Nov 16 20:27:52 * Molly nods Nov 16 20:27:55 good Nov 16 20:28:38 I've told Ruth she is invited to the baptism... Nov 16 20:29:32 * Molly nods Nov 16 20:29:41 I’ll forewarn Heinzharold Nov 16 20:30:23 * Morgan nods Nov 16 20:31:51 how has it been with your father? Nov 16 20:33:04 So far so good... of course we haven't discussed anything yet... Nov 16 20:34:30 * Molly nods Nov 16 20:34:38 you must be nervous, my love Nov 16 20:34:58 * Morgan nods Nov 16 20:35:00 I am, very Nov 16 20:35:19 is there anything I can do to help that? Nov 16 20:36:01 I don't think so... Nov 16 20:36:23 * Molly nods sadly Nov 16 20:36:44 it’s difficult, being so far away Nov 16 20:37:55 * Morgan nods Nov 16 20:38:01 I know love Nov 16 20:39:18 * Molly smiles Nov 16 20:39:41 Especially as I cannot do what one would do for Heinzharold and just uncover the bubbies Nov 16 20:40:06 * Morgan nods Nov 16 20:41:51 have you thought about what to say to him? Nov 16 20:45:15 Not particularly Nov 16 20:45:22 * Molly nods Nov 16 20:46:08 will you come home early if he is dreadful about it? Nov 16 20:46:38 maybe Nov 16 20:49:53 I hope he isn’t, but I would not say no to having you here again Nov 16 20:50:11 * Morgan nods Nov 16 20:50:14 I know love Nov 16 20:53:44 have you used the balm, or the tobacco? Nov 16 20:53:50 No, not so fa Nov 16 20:55:42 perhaps that might help the nerves, my love Nov 16 20:56:19 * Morgan shrugs Nov 16 20:56:24 I might use it before I speak with him Nov 16 20:57:06 * Molly nods Nov 16 20:57:14 I think you ought to, my love Nov 16 20:58:26 * Morgan nods Nov 16 20:58:30 I might in a while Nov 16 21:00:37 * Molly nods Nov 16 21:00:54 perhaps a nap, if you are already tired? Nov 16 21:01:19 No, I don't think sleep will help Nov 16 21:04:25 * Molly smiles gently Nov 16 21:04:49 A lie down can do wonders for the body, we could do that Nov 16 21:05:07 * Morgan nods Nov 16 21:05:15 Thats an acceptable idea Nov 16 21:05:48 * Molly nods, shifting around until she has the mirror propped and is lying on her side Nov 16 21:06:01 * Morgan does likewise Nov 16 21:08:52 * Molly smiles fondly Nov 16 21:09:00 there now, that is much better... Nov 16 21:10:09 * Morgan nods Nov 16 21:10:11 Yes, it is Nov 16 21:11:36 * Molly nods, watching him Nov 16 21:11:53 I cannot wait to have you home again like this in quiet hour... Nov 16 21:12:08 * Morgan nods Nov 16 21:12:12 I am looking forward to it Nov 16 21:13:20 me too... it isn’t the same without your company... Nov 16 21:14:12 * Morgan nods Nov 16 21:14:42 Only a few more days... speaking of days... my parents will be arriving on the twenty third Nov 16 21:15:06 * Molly nods Nov 16 21:15:15 alright, my love, I’ll note it down Nov 16 21:15:48 * Morgan nods Nov 16 21:17:49 is this separation more difficult than you anticipated? Nov 16 21:18:59 Its not too bad when I'm busy... Nov 16 21:19:43 * Molly nods Nov 16 21:20:09 you have been busy this morning, I think? Or were you just waiting for quiet hour? Nov 16 21:21:17 No, I've been busy... training, breakfast, church... I visited Da... spoke to ruth... the lunch... Nov 16 21:23:11 * Molly nods Nov 16 21:23:36 we’re going to paddle in the lake soon and hunt for frogs Nov 16 21:24:09 * Morgan nods Nov 16 21:24:13 I wish I could join you Nov 16 21:26:11 * Molly nods Nov 16 21:26:32 I wish that too. It’s odd to be lonely whilst surrounded by loved one Nov 16 21:26:35 ones* Nov 16 21:26:46 * Morgan nods Nov 16 21:26:51 Its an unpleasant feeling Nov 16 21:26:56 * Molly nods Nov 16 21:27:42 Will Ballard be alright in the lake? we’ll dry him off after Nov 16 21:28:36 He'll probably stand on the shore and bark Nov 16 21:31:06 because of the Sudlache? Nov 16 21:31:16 * Morgan nods Nov 16 21:31:17 Aye Nov 16 21:32:11 * Molly nods Nov 16 21:32:22 I’ll ask Varick not to encourage him in Nov 16 21:32:39 * Morgan nods Nov 16 21:32:40 Thank you Nov 16 21:32:47 * Molly smiles Nov 16 21:32:59 you’re welcome Nov 16 21:36:18 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 16 22:34:34 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep)