**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Thu Nov 30 00:17:15 2023 Nov 30 00:17:15 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 30 10:19:12 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Nov 30 15:51:57 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Nov 30 15:53:41 Tell y-you gossip. Nov 30 15:53:41 And the usual valet things, stop me looking a plank and whatnot Nov 30 15:53:41 * Dresden nods Nov 30 15:53:41 Stop y-y-you looking like a plank. *then he smiles* Nov 30 15:53:41 * Morgan smiles Nov 30 15:53:42 I think we'll get along just fine Nov 30 15:53:44 I am very d-d-discrete, m-m-my Lord Nov 30 15:53:46 I'm pleased to hear that. I'm not sure how being a dukes valet will differ from a colonels valet... Nov 30 15:53:50 S-s-smarter clothes, m-my Lord Nov 30 15:53:52 * Morgan shrugs, looking down at his own clothes Nov 30 15:53:54 Oh I don't know, that hasn't gotten me yet Nov 30 15:54:09 * Molly smiles Nov 30 15:54:46 Is her Ladyship b-b-bringing y-y-you clothes from Freiburg, m-m-my Lord? Nov 30 15:54:54 * Molly is now known as Dresden Nov 30 15:55:23 Possibly... it'd make a certain amount of sense Nov 30 15:57:56 D-do y-you have b-breeches, m-my Lord? Nov 30 15:58:51 I have some, much as I loathe them Nov 30 16:02:33 why d-do y-you? Nov 30 16:03:05 You cant get any work done in them. THey're for showing off. Nov 30 16:06:42 I think they’re good for when y—you get m-m-muddy. Y-you can change just y-your d-irty s-st-st... *he sighs, just pointing to his lower leg* and keep the s-same b-breeches Nov 30 16:07:05 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:08:01 Perhaps its a side effect from the war... no-one was interested if I wore breeches when I was lying in a ditch hiding from patrols... I only ever saw them at court, where everyone is so desperate to be noticed, for people to see how noble they are Nov 30 16:08:31 * Dresden nods Nov 30 16:09:00 if we’d had st-st-stockings it would have b-been hard to keep track of them all Nov 30 16:10:15 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:10:22 A necessary evil in my future I think Nov 30 16:11:51 * Dresden nods Nov 30 16:12:11 I will look after y-your clothes well Nov 30 16:14:19 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:16:38 Collect and send y-your correspondence, and schedule y-y-our appointments, m-my Lord? Nov 30 16:16:47 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:16:54 Yes indeed. Nov 30 16:19:23 * Dresden nods Nov 30 16:19:46 D-d-dressing and undressing, m-my Lord? Nov 30 16:20:38 Fairly capable of that myself, though ensuring my clothes are laundered and ready for the day would be appreciated Nov 30 16:23:10 * Dresden nods Nov 30 16:23:33 who d-d-does your hair, m-my Lord? Nov 30 16:24:45 We muddle along with it... Nov 30 16:26:49 * Dresden nods Nov 30 16:27:19 what else would y-y-you like m-m-me to d-do? Nov 30 16:28:49 I'm not entirely sure what else... my old valet was appointed by my father when I didn't really have as much responsibility Nov 30 16:30:03 * Dresden nods Nov 30 16:30:16 d-d-do you wa Nov 30 16:30:44 want me to wait at your door in the evenings and wake you in the mornings? Nov 30 16:31:14 *he continues to stutter on some words* Nov 30 16:33:30 Good lord no... Have my next days things ready before bed. I wake up on my own before sunrise. That may need to change in the winter, but we'll see how that goes. Nov 30 16:37:49 * Dresden smiles slightly “will y-y-you continue to sh-sh-share a b-bedroom, m-my Lord?” Nov 30 16:38:52 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:39:06 Not the done thing I know, but its how it will be for us Nov 30 16:40:10 * Dresden nods Nov 30 16:41:08 I would sh-sh-share if I had a wife too, m-my Lord Nov 30 16:41:40 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:41:52 I just don't understand why you'd isolate yourself from the person you love Nov 30 16:44:37 M-m-me either, m-my Lord Nov 30 16:44:58 You have your eye on someone? Nov 30 16:45:57 * Dresden shakes his head Nov 30 16:46:05 No, m-m-my Lord Nov 30 16:46:21 * Morgan nods, sipping his whiskey Nov 30 16:46:23 Give it time Nov 30 16:47:20 * Dresden nods Nov 30 16:48:08 when would y-y-you like m-me to start, m-my Lord? Nov 30 16:48:30 Unless you have pressing duties already, there's no time like the present Nov 30 16:51:03 * Dresden nods Nov 30 16:51:17 thank y-you, m-my Lord Nov 30 16:52:14 * Morgan inclines his head Nov 30 16:52:38 I'v sent word to Graf Maubourg asking advice for where to get a decent carriage.. I don't want to be hiring one long term... Nov 30 16:54:00 * Dresden nods Nov 30 16:54:17 cheaper, m-my Lord Nov 30 16:54:26 * Morgan nods Nov 30 16:54:32 Looks a bit more... stable as well Nov 30 16:58:19 * Dresden nods, just sipping his whiskey Nov 30 16:59:50 Once we receive word back... lets get together and discuss what the options are then I'll leave it with you to arrange... Nov 30 17:00:33 * Dresden nods Nov 30 17:00:42 yes, m-my Lord Nov 30 17:01:37 * Morgan nods Nov 30 17:01:44 Do you have any questions? Nov 30 17:01:54 no, m-my Lord Nov 30 17:03:03 Alright then... I'll let you get on Nov 30 17:05:02 * Dresden finishes his whiskey before standing and bowing Nov 30 17:05:16 * Morgan inclines his head, letting him go Nov 30 17:06:19 * Dresden does so Nov 30 17:07:00 * Morgan refills his whiskey, wandering out to watch the building work Nov 30 17:08:59 * Dresden is now known as HH Nov 30 17:09:44 * HH is still working hard, dripping with sweat. Unfaitly, he manages to stay looking handsome like this whilst other men just look unkempt Nov 30 17:10:44 * Morgan shakes his head a little, sipping his whiskey, muttering to himself Nov 30 17:13:53 *The work continues on. Unless he wants to share a meal with his sweaty best friend, he’s going to have to remind him of the time* Nov 30 17:14:29 * Morgan whistles Nov 30 17:16:13 * HH comes over Nov 30 17:16:15 hey Nov 30 17:16:29 You need to go get washed up for dinner Nov 30 17:19:37 * HH chuckles Nov 30 17:19:42 Okay Ma Nov 30 17:20:30 Don't fancy you being all sweaty while I'm trying to eat... I -might- however, draw something along those lines for your wife... Nov 30 17:24:27 * HH laughs Nov 30 17:24:38 She’d love ya forever Nov 30 17:24:54 * Morgan nods Nov 30 17:25:12 I know... closest she'll get to a soft winky drawing out of me Nov 30 17:26:33 A what now?! Nov 30 17:27:07 You said she'd like those soft winky drawings... I'm not doing one of those for her Nov 30 17:29:26 * HH chuckles Nov 30 17:29:36 busy drawing them f’ your wife, huh? Nov 30 17:29:52 Don't be absurd Nov 30 17:32:19 who knows with you pair Nov 30 17:33:40 Fair point Nov 30 17:34:31 * HH looks at the building site with a sigh Nov 30 17:34:46 okay, let’s go. You heard from them? Nov 30 17:35:04 They're all tired, not sure why time they'll retire but they arrived safely Nov 30 17:36:51 * HH nods Nov 30 17:37:02 prob’ly won’t hear anything else tonight Nov 30 17:37:15 No, I wouldn't imagine so Nov 30 17:39:46 * HH sighs, heading for the house Nov 30 17:39:56 yer right, way worse when it’s her away Nov 30 17:40:06 * Morgan nods, walking with him Nov 30 17:40:08 Told you so Nov 30 17:43:54 hopefully we won’t hafta do it again Nov 30 17:44:06 * Morgan shrugs Nov 30 17:44:08 Who knows Nov 30 17:45:33 * HH goes in Nov 30 17:45:52 feel like yer just twiddling yer thumbs til you hear from her? Nov 30 17:46:14 A bit, yeah... took the children swimming earlier, that killed sometime Nov 30 17:48:30 * HH nods Nov 30 17:48:48 glad there’s building to do, but I miss my bubbies Nov 30 17:49:06 * Morgan nods Nov 30 17:49:59 I know man. Nov 30 17:51:29 kids enjoy swimming? Nov 30 17:52:07 * Morgan nods Nov 30 17:52:33 Yeah... its a nice spot for a swim Nov 30 17:54:31 * HH nods Nov 30 17:54:45 nice lil estate, man Nov 30 17:55:01 * Morgan nods Nov 30 17:55:10 Goes for a lot further than I realised Nov 30 17:56:39 * HH chuckles, just looking at him Nov 30 17:56:54 What? Nov 30 17:58:47 That’s what she said Nov 30 17:59:05 * Morgan thumps him Nov 30 17:59:07 Oh shut up Nov 30 18:00:12 * HH laughs Nov 30 18:00:26 how’dya not see it coming, man? Nov 30 18:00:57 Innocent, see Nov 30 18:54:49 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 30 19:02:01 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 30 19:54:34 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Nov 30 19:54:58 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Nov 30 19:55:11 * Molly is now known as HH Nov 30 19:56:51 Innocent, see Nov 30 19:57:06 * HH sniggers Nov 30 19:57:26 behaved yerself here so far then? Nov 30 19:58:10 How'd you mean? Nov 30 19:58:54 you being innocent means you’ve not been treating the place like His Grace’s house Nov 30 19:59:57 Haven't had opportunity... might have been doing... something... when the reverend turned up...then of course, quiet hour... Nov 30 20:00:43 * HH chuckles Nov 30 20:01:20 then yer parents are coming, then the baptism, then we’re off to Sudlachenburg again Nov 30 20:02:29 * Morgan nods Nov 30 20:02:33 Oh its going to be tough Nov 30 20:02:47 * HH nods Nov 30 20:03:15 gonn be walking around with yer hands in yer pockets a lot Nov 30 20:03:32 * Morgan shrugs Nov 30 20:03:43 No, be too busy shaking hands and carrying Emil I reckon Nov 30 20:04:47 wonder if Molly can lower yer mainsail with magic Nov 30 20:05:27 Its up here though... *he taps his temple* Nov 30 20:06:04 what ya gonna do about it? Nov 30 20:06:49 * Morgan shrugs Nov 30 20:06:52 No idea at all Nov 30 20:07:45 Inga’s not planning to tell Mina Nov 30 20:08:10 No... I suspect without all the information she'd find it intensely painful Nov 30 20:08:21 * HH nods Nov 30 20:08:42 feels a bit guilty Nov 30 20:10:12 * Morgan nods Nov 30 20:10:15 I know... me too Nov 30 20:12:11 just gotta hope it’s not too far away for them Nov 30 20:13:10 Might have some inside information there... Nov 30 20:14:21 yeah? *he heads up the stairs* Nov 30 20:16:16 * Morgan nods Nov 30 20:16:27 Further than I'dlike, closer than Id feared Nov 30 20:54:42 * HH nods Nov 30 20:55:12 just gotta be patient Nov 30 20:56:29 * Morgan nods Nov 30 20:56:32 yeah Nov 30 20:59:31 Molly gonn tell her? Nov 30 21:00:11 No, Edward would go mad... he's the captain of that ship... Nov 30 21:05:50 sure he is (!) Nov 30 21:06:33 Its how he sees it... its his place to make that decision Nov 30 21:07:11 she gonn tell her she’s nearly halfway baked erself? Nov 30 21:07:21 I doubt it... Nov 30 21:07:47 waiting for the quicknin? Nov 30 21:07:59 Aye I think so Nov 30 21:08:12 * HH chuckles Nov 30 21:08:19 gonn drive you mad Nov 30 21:08:42 whyso Nov 30 21:09:07 waitin Nov 30 21:09:51 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:09:56 Yes, definitely Nov 30 21:10:34 she knows he’s okay though? Nov 30 21:10:50 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:11:02 Yeah, she gave him a thorough checking over Nov 30 21:11:12 * HH nods Nov 30 21:11:40 bit less to worry bout then Nov 30 21:11:48 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:12:02 Oh yeah. Mostly not telling people yet so when they ask about the quickening we don't have to lie Nov 30 21:12:27 * HH nods Nov 30 21:13:04 we both brought back souvenirs from our trip, huh? Nov 30 21:13:44 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:13:50 Yeah... Nov 30 21:18:08 * HH lets Morgan in his room. it’s tidy, but smells like the perfume they brought Inga back from the Empire Nov 30 21:18:46 She likes that perfume, huh Nov 30 21:22:17 * HH nods Nov 30 21:22:39 yeah. left it incase I missed her Nov 30 21:23:11 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:23:13 Thats nice Nov 30 21:25:01 * HH nods. He’s pulling out clean clothes when Morgan spots the drawing he did of Inga for HH’s bday on the nightstand Nov 30 21:25:30 * Morgan smiles Nov 30 21:25:43 Don't think I got her eyes quite right Nov 30 21:33:02 looks pretty accurate to me, man, but you didn’t know her then like ya do now Nov 30 21:35:02 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:35:26 Yeah... Nov 30 21:36:05 * HH picks it up, smiling Nov 30 21:36:11 you did a good job Nov 30 21:36:57 * Morgan watches him a moment before nodding Nov 30 21:39:45 * HH looks to Morgan Nov 30 21:39:47 what? Nov 30 21:40:45 I'm my own worse critic, particularly when it comes to my drawing... but I'm trying to be more gracious about things like that when its obvious it means so much to others, like with Stef naming her kid after me Nov 30 21:43:44 * HH nods Nov 30 21:44:14 this means a lot to me, man. makes me feel a bit closer to her Nov 30 21:44:48 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:45:01 So.. I'm making a conscious effort to not criticise something that means that much to you Nov 30 21:47:11 * HH nods Nov 30 21:47:33 thanks. I’m gonn have a wash Nov 30 21:48:14 * Morgan nods Nov 30 21:48:22 I'm gonn' go check the mirrors. I'll meet you downstairs Nov 30 21:50:42 * HH nods Nov 30 21:51:22 * Morgan leaves the room, going to the bedroom to check for messages Nov 30 21:52:41 *The mirror says “Everything is well, we’ll eat in our room, but I don’t think I’ll have the privacy to entertain each other in the ways I would wish. I feel very far from home, but we are fine. Inga says she misses Heinzharold a lot. I love you, liebes herz. MKxx” Nov 30 21:56:00 * Morgan reads it twice before writing a reply "Definitely felt a bit out of sorts like somethings missing. Going to be a long week. Just about to head down to dinner, now that I've reminded HeinzHarold to have a bloody wash. HeinzHarolds mooning over the drawing of Inga I did for his birthday, he misses her a great deal, as I do you. I'll check again this evening. All our love" Nov 30 22:00:58 *The other mirrors have notes too. David’s says “Little Moll, your Mama will come to you with the Grafin on the twenty third, and I will follow closer to the time. Papa” Nov 30 22:01:58 * Morgan nods to himself, checking his mothers mirror Nov 30 22:02:51 *Verity’s says “I hope you got home safely, dear boy. It was lovely to see you. I look forward to coming to you soon. Your Father and I will share a room so you have more space for all your guests. Love, Mother” Nov 30 22:04:38 * Morgan takes a moment to write a reply "I'm sorry mother, the trip home took longer than expected and its been immensely busy since. All ended up being well. I'm so very sorry for bringing so much upset with me. I love you all. Morgan" Nov 30 22:06:43 *Edward and Alice’s mirrors remain blank, as does the one to Innesbruck* Nov 30 22:07:10 * Morgan packs them away, straightening himself up before going downstairs Nov 30 22:24:15 *The others don’t arrive until seven, both cleaned up, and the table seems very big for just the three of them. They chat a little about the house and the children, but HH seems tired, and Alice seems preoccupied even during a few games of billiards. They opt for early nights, so by nine he’s left to his own devices Nov 30 22:26:02 * Morgan collects the mirror, his sketchbook and some charcoal and heads into the art room, getting coffee and whiskey sorted before uncovering the mirror and starting to draw Nov 30 22:31:44 *it says “That’s sweet about the drawing. Fortunately you have several of me to moon over, like the wet sketch one, and at the golden lantern... I also feel like something is missing, I think perhaps it is your arms around me, or your lips on mine. I hope only that I dream something lovely and pleasurable of you. Alas, the Koertig I’m sharing a bed with is not the one I wish to. I love you, so much. Yours, utterly. MKxx” Nov 30 22:32:47 * Morgan sighs, leaving it uncovered while he works just in case she appears Nov 30 22:33:32 *there’s no sign of her at all* Nov 30 22:34:37 * Morgan works for a couple of hours before packing his things away and writing a reply "My love, I'm away to bed now, hopefully to dream of you. I miss you very much. All my love, Morgan" Nov 30 22:36:57 *It’s already half after eleven when he gets back to his room* Nov 30 22:37:28 * Morgan gets undressed and into bed after packing the mirror away Nov 30 22:39:08 *In the drawer for the mirror is the resealed parchment that contains the pink cloth with the intimate scent* Nov 30 22:39:46 * Morgan sniffs it through the parchment Nov 30 22:43:21 *it’s still very noticeable to him. Even though he’s had time with both wives increasing and being able to smell it, he’s never been in a situation like this where he can smell it without worrying if he will seem odd, or obsessed, always having had in mind that they are paying attention to him Nov 30 22:45:25 * Morgan sighs, unwrapping it, bringing it to his nose Nov 30 22:47:15 *It smells really good, both very stimulating and also soothing, a little like the pleasant buzz from the tobacco* Nov 30 22:47:58 * Morgan inhales deeply before packing it away again Nov 30 22:50:22 *the bed seems very empty. he feels a different texture of material against his flank as he puts it away* Nov 30 22:50:34 * Morgan shifts to look Nov 30 22:51:46 *the long black negligee she’d surprised him with in Picante and he’d taken on his Kai-trapping travels is tucked mostly under her pillow Nov 30 22:52:23 * Morgan pulls it out, smelling it before curling around it to try to sleep Nov 30 22:52:55 *Unsurprisingly, this is very hard* Nov 30 22:53:10 * Morgan just lays still, waiting Nov 30 22:53:53 *he eventually starts to drift off slowly* Nov 30 22:54:21 * Morgan sighs quietly, letting sleep claim him Nov 30 22:54:57 **The yellow tones of her dream place him at Die Dauerhaftigkeit again, but indoors this time. He realises instantly that it's her dream, and alone here at the bottom of the staircase nearest Adalbrecht's office, he gets a moment to look around for indicators of what's happening. Nov 30 22:55:39 * Morgan looks around, listening Nov 30 22:56:28 *it’s quiet. The warm light makes it seem like summer. He's wearing his first wedding ring but doesn't have Dietlinde's on a thong. He's dressed as he usually did in that time just before the fire. In his hand he finds a note* Nov 30 22:56:51 * Morgan looks at it Nov 30 22:57:02 **It says "Morgan, come for lunch today, there are things we need to discuss. Father". His reading is interrupted by a voice from the stairs saying "Oh!" Nov 30 22:57:06 * HH is now known as Molly Nov 30 22:57:26 * Morgan turns to look Nov 30 22:59:09 * Molly is watching him. She clearly doesn't recognise him at all. She smiles politely, the slight blush matching the expensive soft pink dress she is wearing I am sorry I interrupt your reading". Her Eisen is a little slow and very Avalon accented. Nov 30 22:59:57 Its alright... Nov 30 23:00:12 * Molly comes down the stairs gracefully, still watching him Are you Edward's brother? Nov 30 23:01:09 * Morgan nods Nov 30 23:01:14 Morgan... and you are... Nov 30 23:02:02 "I'm Molly, I'm Edw-" *She gets interrupted by the man in question. He is wearing the dark green frock coat he wears often. He looks more strained than when Morgan last saw him. His nose is unbroken. He looks at Morgan without the affection that has redeveloped between them, instead with that hint of disapproval and disdain Morgan was often given in his expression. Nov 30 23:03:12 * Morgan sighs sadly Nov 30 23:03:13 Edward Nov 30 23:04:54 Ed: Morgan. *He wraps his arm around her waist, giving her a warm smile, affection obvious "Schatzen, I thought you were going to wait until we summoned you…" Nov 30 23:06:04 * Morgan watches them a moment Nov 30 23:06:13 *She smiles a little, reverting to Avalonian* "My curiosity got the better of me, and I was wondering what all the secrecy was about!" Nov 30 23:06:43 * Morgan looks around the building before making a mmhmm sound Nov 30 23:06:52 *Edward laughs* Off you go, Schatzi. When things have been resolved, you can join us and I'll introduce you properly. Nov 30 23:07:43 *She glances at Morgan a moment with a smile, then at Edward who kisses her cheek whilst she blushes. * Nov 30 23:08:17 * Morgan waits quietly Nov 30 23:09:12 *She looks at Morgan as she goes up the stairs "It will be nice to meet you later, Edward's brother!" Nov 30 23:09:30 * Morgan inclines his head Nov 30 23:10:34 **Edward watches her go, smiling. He can't see it, but Morgan with his perceptiveness can tell she's stopped out of sight on the galleried landing above, still able to hear, if not see. Edward looks Morgan up and down with disdain. You could have made an effort. Nov 30 23:11:49 My finer clothes are all here Nov 30 23:12:08 * Molly is now known as Edward Nov 30 23:12:12 Not for long. Nov 30 23:12:57 For a change, how about we don't set about scoring points from one another? Nov 30 23:13:45 * Edward nods briefly Nov 30 23:13:49 Father and I have a plan for your future. Nov 30 23:14:07 Figured you might. Nov 30 23:15:04 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 30 23:15:26 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Nov 30 23:15:35 * Molly is now known as Edward Nov 30 23:15:38 You will be stripped of your title, sent to Innesbruck to live in a manner best fitting your family, and you are to take your wife and child there. Nov 30 23:16:02 I think I'd rather hear that from the Graf Nov 30 23:17:42 He is in agreement I will take over as Veisgraf, marry Molly, and begin to create the future rulers of Sudlachenburg. Nov 30 23:18:01 I'm sure he is, but all the same, I was called here to see him. Nov 30 23:18:21 * Edward nods, gesturing the way Nov 30 23:18:36 * Morgan moves toward the office, speaking quietly Nov 30 23:18:43 You love her Nov 30 23:19:33 Not that it is your business, but I like her well. She's a gentleman's daughter, and your little escapade has reduced my options. Nov 30 23:20:09 * Morgan knocks on the door Nov 30 23:21:00 Ad: Come Nov 30 23:21:24 * Morgan goes into the office Nov 30 23:21:29 You sent for me Nov 30 23:23:07 *Adalbrecht is sat at his desk smoking, but it doesn’t prevent Morgan catching the scent of roses from just outside the open door. Edward doesn’t seem to realise as he shuts it Nov 30 23:24:53 * Morgan stands in front of his fathers desk quietly Nov 30 23:25:20 * Edward is now known as Adalbrecht Nov 30 23:25:54 I called you in to tell you you will be leaving Sudlachenburg and I will be giving your title to Edward Nov 30 23:26:07 Yes, I know. He told me. Nov 30 23:26:40 * Adalbrecht nods Nov 30 23:26:53 That is for the best. Nov 30 23:27:11 Could I have a drink? I wish to say something Nov 30 23:27:55 * Adalbrecht gestures for Edward to pour him a whiskey Nov 30 23:28:09 *Edward does, and hands it over* Nov 30 23:28:16 * Morgan takes it, sipping it Nov 30 23:28:20 May I sit? Nov 30 23:29:02 * Adalbrecht nods. Edward remains standing Nov 30 23:29:14 * Morgan sits down, sipping his whiskey Nov 30 23:29:47 This idea of living a life best befitting my family... is that your idea, or his? Nov 30 23:30:29 It is both Nov 30 23:30:40 * Morgan nods Nov 30 23:32:39 I did not understand the damage my actions would cause, the danger it put my... your people in, or the position it would put you in. I have forced your hand and left you no choice but to take the action you've chosen now. Nov 30 23:32:40 I will see you have a house there of a similar size, with some gardens, and Dietlinde can work there. I will not strip your savings from you, but to protect the family and Grafdom you can no longer be the Veisgraf or clearly in favour. Nov 30 23:33:17 * Morgan nods a little Nov 30 23:34:00 Its never felt like I was in favour. I always felt Edward to be your favourite, but thats because he is understandable to you where I am not. Nov 30 23:34:18 * Adalbrecht nods Nov 30 23:34:34 He has always been more like I. Nov 30 23:34:48 * Morgan nods, looking at his brother Nov 30 23:36:28 *Edward looks serious* Are you not going to put up a fight? Nov 30 23:37:23 Is that what you want? I don't think it is. What you wanted was for me to behave the way I was expected to. Nov 30 23:38:04 *Edward nods. He looks almost sad* I wanted you to be a good nobleman I could continue to look up to Nov 30 23:38:22 * Morgan nods, sipping his whiskey Nov 30 23:39:21 You looked up to me to guide you... I let you down. I am more sorry for that than you can ever know. For the longest time I thought, at best, you disliked it, but that wasn't it at all. I was not the big brother you deserved. I'm sorry Nov 30 23:39:56 E: I am surprised you can see your error Nov 30 23:40:39 * Morgan shrugs Nov 30 23:41:11 I'm not so naive or arrogant anymore. Nov 30 23:41:41 * Adalbrecht nods “I am glad you’ve come to your senses” Nov 30 23:44:01 I do not wish to leave Sudlachenburg. I fear being elsewhere will cement the distance I have forced you to keep from me... I wish to be near my family who still, despite despairing of me, still love me. Nov 30 23:45:14 *Edward looks to Adalbrecht* People will see that as him not being punished for breaking the rules of honour we live by, Father Nov 30 23:46:34 Or they will see it as the action of a merciful Graf and Veisgraf. To their eyes I will have been stripped of all that matters to them, title, power and money. Nov 30 23:47:13 I will consider it Nov 30 23:47:57 * Morgan nods, finishing his drink Nov 30 23:50:37 I appreciate that. If I must go to Innesbruck, can I visit? You are still my family. Nov 30 23:51:03 Quietly, yes. I will send word, but I advise you to prepare your wife for the possibility of moving imminently. Nov 30 23:51:58 * Morgan nods sadly Nov 30 23:52:59 I understand. Nov 30 23:53:09 * Adalbrecht nods Nov 30 23:53:10 * Morgan stands up, putting his glass on the desk Nov 30 23:53:19 Edward is to wed Nov 30 23:53:32 So I understand. I'm saddened to miss it Nov 30 23:54:52 Perhaps if you sit with the other commonfolk that would be alright Nov 30 23:55:39 While I appreciate the concession... if I am not to stay, it would be too painful. Nov 30 23:56:56 *Adalbrecht nods. In the hall, a vase hits the floor* Nov 30 23:57:11 * Morgan smiles a little Nov 30 23:57:31 Your future wife is a little clumsy Nov 30 23:58:13 E: Sh will have some deportment lessons to polish her up Nov 30 23:58:59 Let her take a few of your edges off as well... just a little Nov 30 23:59:39 *Edward huffs arrogantly* I am fine.