**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Dec 6 07:21:15 2023 Dec 06 07:21:15 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Dec 06 08:02:19 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 06 08:03:50 * Molly is now known as Edward Dec 06 08:03:59 * Morgan nods Dec 06 08:03:59 Its a difficult situation. But he loves Florrie. Thats the place to start. Dec 06 08:03:59 * Alice nods Dec 06 08:03:59 It’ll get easier after this first meeting Dec 06 08:03:59 * Morgan nods Dec 06 08:04:02 I imagine so Dec 06 08:04:04 * Alice nods, going with him towards the breakfast room where they commonly eat nowadays Dec 06 08:04:13 *A footman waits at the door* Dec 06 08:04:30 * Morgan nods to him Dec 06 08:06:51 *he lets them in. Edward and HH are already here, each with a glass of wine. Edward sets his down before bowing to her* E: good evening, Alice Dec 06 08:07:11 HH: $expecting trouble?$ Dec 06 08:07:38 $Not sure yet$ Dec 06 08:07:53 * Morgan leads her to her seat before moving to his and sitting down Dec 06 08:09:43 Edward, Alice... I believe you've met... Dec 06 08:10:35 *Alice blushes a little, but Edward chuckles* E: Indeed we have Dec 06 08:11:04 A: Were you always so tall? I thought you were shorter Dec 06 08:11:38 * Edward smiles, not looking offended “You were in heels” Dec 06 08:11:46 And now he is... Dec 06 08:12:31 One wants to make a good impression, naturally Dec 06 08:12:44 $That wasn't a denial$ Dec 06 08:13:54 $was thinking that you can’t really tell height well if you’re both lying down$ Dec 06 08:14:16 $So was I but I didn't want to say it$ Dec 06 08:14:42 A: You look very smart Dec 06 08:15:18 * Edward nods, sitting down and sipping wine “You look beautiful, but then it would be hard for you not to” Dec 06 08:15:58 * Morgan sips his wine, watching them Dec 06 08:16:29 *Alice drinks a little of her own wine, thanking him* Dec 06 08:16:43 You prefer white over red, if I recall? Dec 06 08:17:42 *Alice nods* It pairs better with fish, and we always had white when I escaped periodically to my Godfather’s house Dec 06 08:19:20 * Edward nods, asking her about her Godfather whilst food is served. it’s red wine as the meat is beef. Edward’s social skills makes this conversation very smooth, and he seems interested Dec 06 08:19:43 HH: $they don’t seem to -dislike- each other...$ Dec 06 08:20:12 $no. I'm just hoping they don't like eachother overmuch$ Dec 06 08:20:35 HH $yeah...$ Dec 06 08:22:48 * Morgan picks at his food Dec 06 08:27:23 *their conversation really starts to pick up pace as his natural charm meets her wide experience both as a noble-born woman and a captain of a ship full of men. They talk about the part of the world that both the Hockridges and the Everharts hail from, and that Christopher has met one of her brothers. They’re eating happily Dec 06 08:27:38 HH: $feel a bit like a spare wheel!$ Dec 06 08:28:06 $Yeah. But I don't want to interrupt and risk derailing it$ Dec 06 08:30:04 $yeah, best keep out of it$ Dec 06 08:31:27 * Morgan nods slightly Dec 06 08:31:38 *Alice tells Edward about Florrie taking to Christopher after the hidden chamberpot, and they laugh together about it* Dec 06 08:34:52 * Morgan smiles a little Dec 06 08:35:10 She told me the toilet tried to eat her... Dec 06 08:36:27 Alice nods: She has a worry about falling down them Dec 06 08:36:34 * Morgan nods Dec 06 08:36:39 That might be hereditary... Dec 06 08:36:47 A: might it? Dec 06 08:37:21 I seem to recall someone we have in common getting stuck in one... Dec 06 08:40:06 * Edward looks clueless Dec 06 08:40:09 Did I? Dec 06 08:40:19 * Morgan nods Dec 06 08:41:00 You were very young... you were properly wedged in Dec 06 08:42:55 * Edward laughs Dec 06 08:43:02 I do not recall Dec 06 08:45:51 * Morgan smiles a little Dec 06 08:47:03 A: what other embarrassing stories do you have, Morgan? Dec 06 08:47:14 * Edward smiles Dec 06 08:47:28 you are enjoying this, Alice? Dec 06 08:47:45 *Alice nods* Dec 06 08:50:28 Edwards always been... conscientious Dec 06 08:52:56 * Edward nods Dec 06 08:55:13 I have Dec 06 08:56:45 You managed to avoid most things that could be embarrassing... and you weren't.... Wayward like I could be. Dec 06 08:57:05 * Edward nods Dec 06 08:57:25 indeed Dec 06 08:58:11 So, I'm afraid, Alice, I don't really have anything else embarrassing... Dec 06 08:59:54 * Edward smiles at her sipping his wine Dec 06 09:00:43 To save my shame, he is not telling you that I once removed a barrel so that he could not easily escape the house to go gallivanting with Heinzharold Dec 06 09:01:41 * Morgan nods Dec 06 09:01:44 You did do that Dec 06 09:06:12 * Edward nods Dec 06 09:06:51 He tied me to a tree for six hours Dec 06 09:07:20 A: *she looks surprised* really? Morgan did that?! Dec 06 09:08:18 * Morgan nods, looking a little ashamed of himself Dec 06 09:08:22 I did Dec 06 09:08:35 * Edward chuckles Dec 06 09:08:59 I was not very happy by the time I was released! Dec 06 09:10:04 * Morgan nods Dec 06 09:11:31 He was livid Dec 06 09:13:27 * Edward nods “I had wet myself twice, and the servants saw me” Dec 06 09:14:41 *Alice looks sympathetic* I had that in church once, I was about nine. My Father wouldn’t let me be excused during the service Dec 06 09:15:03 * Morgan sips his wine Dec 06 09:16:53 * Edward watches her Dec 06 09:17:12 I’m sorry you were treated that way, Alice... Dec 06 09:18:51 * Morgan nods Dec 06 09:20:26 A: It’s just how it was. Florrie will never be treated like that, she’s an individual, not a commodity. Dec 06 09:20:47 HH: $there’s the opening salvo, huh?$ Dec 06 09:20:55 * Morgan nods slightly Dec 06 09:21:07 $Yeah. He needs to handle that himself$ Dec 06 09:23:14 $Think we all do, wives away!$ Dec 06 09:23:19 * Edward nods Dec 06 09:23:24 Indeed she isn’t Dec 06 09:24:06 * Morgan sips his wine Dec 06 09:27:05 *They continue to chat through dinner, but seem to mostly avoid the subject of Florrie, the past, or Mina. They appear to get on quite well. Edward is not exactly flirting, but is engaging her and entertaining. Shen it’s time to leave the table he says Dec 06 09:27:24 I’m told you are excellent at Billiards? Shall we see? Dec 06 09:28:50 *Alice nods* Dec 06 09:28:57 Are you coming, brother? Dec 06 09:29:08 No, its just the way I'm sat Dec 06 09:29:12 * Morgan blushes Dec 06 09:29:17 Sorry... Dec 06 09:31:17 *the men laugh. Alice smiles, but doesn’t seem to fully get it* Dec 06 09:31:36 * Morgan gets up Dec 06 09:31:46 Aye, come on Dec 06 09:34:38 * Edward offers Alice his arm, and she takes it Dec 06 09:35:12 * Edward knows the way, and walks her towards the games room. HH falls in beside Morgan, whispering quietly Dec 06 09:35:15 * Edward is now known as HH Dec 06 09:35:28 whatcha make of this? Dec 06 09:35:34 Which bit? Dec 06 09:36:04 the two of them Dec 06 09:36:28 difficult. Like you said, opening salvo was fired Dec 06 09:36:38 * HH nods Dec 06 09:36:59 seem to get on okay generally Dec 06 09:37:06 * Morgan nods Dec 06 09:37:10 Not surprising really Dec 06 09:39:24 meddl8ng? Dec 06 09:39:29 meddling? Dec 06 09:39:34 Not until I have to Dec 06 09:39:50 I mean did the short ones meddle to make them get on? Dec 06 09:40:33 Not that I know of, no Dec 06 09:43:40 * HH nods Dec 06 09:43:53 I guess I can see how he does so well with women Dec 06 09:44:06 * Morgan nods Dec 06 09:44:19 Aye, he is very charming Dec 06 09:45:23 * HH nods Dec 06 09:46:18 Not sure our lassies would want us being that charming Dec 06 09:46:29 Thats only an issue for you Dec 06 09:49:20 Don’t think Molly would be a bit jealous if you were behavin’ like this? Dec 06 09:49:54 You misunderstand... I'm not charming. Ever. Dec 06 09:51:30 Mebbie you should try it Dec 06 09:51:44 Not something I'm capable of Dec 06 09:53:15 * HH shrugs Dec 06 09:53:34 Edward gets it from yer parents Dec 06 09:53:47 * Morgan nods Dec 06 09:53:49 That'd make sense Dec 06 09:55:28 God knows what went wrong with you Dec 06 09:56:09 He probably does, yes Dec 06 09:58:33 * HH chuckles Dec 06 09:58:46 ready to get your ass beaten? Dec 06 09:58:59 That'll make a change Dec 06 09:59:12 ‘Cept when we train Dec 06 09:59:39 Yeah if you've got help Dec 06 10:01:20 * HH chuckles, heading for the games room when Edward is already setting up and Alice is pouring drinks Dec 06 10:01:21 * HH (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has left Dec 06 10:18:51 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 06 10:19:00 * Molly is now known as Edward Dec 06 10:19:18 *Alice gives Morgan and HH whiskey* Dec 06 10:20:11 * Morgan thanks her Dec 06 10:21:02 * Edward hands her a cue “Let’s see your prowess then, Alice” Dec 06 10:22:44 * Morgan sits in one of the comfortable chairs Dec 06 10:23:00 *She smiles, getting started with the game. Edward alternates between teasing her about how she could do better, and poking fun at his own failings. Alice is similar in that. They don’t really seem to need any input from the others, and it’s easy to see how they would have instantly hit it off* Dec 06 10:24:48 * Morgan watches them carefully, drinking his whiskey Dec 06 10:25:58 HH does likewise: $prefer it if they were tense and standoffish?$ Dec 06 10:26:47 $I think so$ Dec 06 10:27:53 $better for Florrie if they get on though?$ Dec 06 10:30:06 $Yeah, definitely$ Dec 06 10:31:02 $just not so well that Mina loses her shit, right?$ Dec 06 10:31:18 $exactly. Its going to be hard enough for her as it is$ Dec 06 10:31:33 $yeah$ Dec 06 10:31:51 * Morgan sighs quietly, sipping his whiskey Dec 06 10:32:58 *Alice beats Edward. He chuckles “well done, you are an excellent player” Dec 06 10:33:08 Told you Dec 06 10:33:31 A: *she smiles* You’re an excellent sportsman. Again?” Dec 06 10:33:54 * Edward sets them up “You were right, brother, but DeeDee will sort her out” Dec 06 10:34:19 Or... she's sandbagging and you're underestimating her Dec 06 10:35:56 * Edward chuckles “Would you do that, Alice? Would you pretend to be less strong than you are? Or does your pride prevent it?” Dec 06 10:36:15 A: *she smiles* I wouldn’t like to say Dec 06 10:37:52 * Morgan chuckles Dec 06 10:40:21 * Edward does better this time, but she still wins Dec 06 10:41:19 *Alice sets the cue down* I’m going to retire. Thank you for being a moderately competent adversary, Edward Dec 06 10:41:34 *HH laughs* Dec 06 10:41:53 * Morgan laughs, standing Dec 06 10:41:57 I'll walk you up Dec 06 10:42:00 * Edward looks at Morgan with a smile “You see, brother, I will suffice!” Dec 06 10:42:28 *Alice nods, saying goodnight. Edward bows to her* Dec 06 10:42:42 HH: $fish for info or leave him be?$ Dec 06 10:43:11 $Fish. I'll be back$ Dec 06 10:43:18 I'll be back shortly Dec 06 10:45:16 * Morgan moves to Alice, offering his arm Dec 06 10:57:25 * Edward is now known as Alice Dec 06 10:57:53 * Alice takes it, going out and along towards the music room where the stairs will go up Dec 06 10:58:59 How are you doing? Dec 06 11:03:43 * Alice smiles Dec 06 11:03:46 I’m okay Dec 06 11:04:46 * Morgan nods Dec 06 11:04:48 Alright love Dec 06 11:05:04 he’s very charming Dec 06 11:05:28 * Morgan nods Dec 06 11:05:48 Fairly sure Theus forgot to give me charm and gave all mine to him to make up for it Dec 06 11:07:49 * Alice shakes her head Dec 06 11:08:12 you’re charming, but not in the same way Dec 06 11:09:20 * Morgan shrugs Dec 06 11:09:40 Did you intend your statement about Florrie to be a challenge? Dec 06 11:10:44 a reminder, really Dec 06 11:11:28 And his response? Dec 06 11:15:12 he seemed to accept it, don’t you think? Dec 06 11:15:46 If I'm honest, the idea of her being anything but a precious individual has not entered his mind Dec 06 11:17:36 * Alice nods Dec 06 11:18:22 So far. But I know firsthand how a nobleman can be about his daughters as they grow Dec 06 11:19:32 Edward is not your father, Alice Dec 06 11:21:20 No, I know that, but that doesn’t mean I shouldn’t consider all the risks to her Dec 06 11:22:44 * Morgan sighs quietly Dec 06 11:22:50 Very well Dec 06 11:24:00 how do you think it went? Dec 06 11:24:34 I think it wentwe Dec 06 11:24:37 well* Dec 06 11:25:08 * Alice nods Dec 06 11:25:28 I think so too. I think we can be friends Dec 06 11:25:45 Doesn't make you want to rip your clothes off then... Dec 06 11:26:17 * Alice looks at him with surprise Dec 06 11:26:26 that’s an odd thing to ask Dec 06 11:26:52 Trying to be flippant about something that is concerning me... Dec 06 11:27:26 I don’t want to harm his marriage or happiness Dec 06 11:27:54 I already knew that love. I've never questioned your intent... but I also don't want -you- to be hurting Dec 06 11:29:17 I’m not hurting Dec 06 11:30:48 You are no longer worried? Dec 06 11:33:35 in as much as I can see that I do still find him attractive, no I’m no longer worried that I -might- Dec 06 11:34:07 * Morgan nods Dec 06 11:34:21 I hope that will not trouble you Dec 06 11:37:07 no, it’s fine. what adult hasn’t been attracted to someone they can’t act on that with? Dec 06 12:02:33 * Alice has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 06 12:24:57 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 06 12:26:40 * Molly is now known as Alice Dec 06 12:27:25 (C&p pls) Dec 06 12:27:42 Trying to be flippant about something that is concerning me... Dec 06 12:27:42 I don’t want to harm his marriage or happiness Dec 06 12:27:42 I already knew that love. I've never questioned your intent... but I also don't want -you- to be hurting Dec 06 12:27:42 I’m not hurting Dec 06 12:27:42 You are no longer worried? Dec 06 12:27:46 in as much as I can see that I do still find him attractive, no I’m no longer worried that I -might- Dec 06 12:27:47 * Morgan nods Dec 06 12:27:49 I hope that will not trouble you Dec 06 12:27:51 no, it’s fine. what adult hasn’t been attracted to someone they can’t act on that with? Dec 06 12:27:55 * Morgan smiles slightly Dec 06 12:27:56 well... Dec 06 12:29:11 you’ve never felt an unrequited attraction? Dec 06 12:29:40 I -think- I had a crush on someone once for about a week... Dec 06 12:30:49 well, a -forbidden- one then? Dec 06 12:31:32 ummm... yes, but I married her anyway Dec 06 12:33:26 /me nods Dec 06 12:33:46 I won’t act on something unrequited and unacceptable Dec 06 12:40:06 * Morgan turns to look at her Dec 06 12:40:22 My dear friend... I never for a moment thought you would Dec 06 12:43:52 I can see why you might. I had gone to bed with him within a few hours of meeting him, and he wasn’t the only one. I can see why you’d think me morally loose Dec 06 12:44:20 I never thought that of you. Not for a moment. Dec 06 12:45:45 * Alice nods Dec 06 12:46:15 I’ve asked of myself a few times how I could be so careless Dec 06 12:46:33 * Morgan shrugs Dec 06 12:47:00 Given what Edward has told me, the chances of Florrie happening were so small as to not be worth thought Dec 06 12:49:34 * Alice nods Dec 06 12:50:04 He did exactly what he should have. But I shouldn’t have let it go that far Dec 06 12:50:30 Nor should he. Itslike you said earlier, you have family that is not judgemental here. Dec 06 12:53:04 * Alice nods Dec 06 12:53:43 It has changed my behaviour since, I haven’t done anything with anyone since that night Dec 06 12:54:05 Thats an awfully long time Dec 06 13:05:10 * Alice laughs Dec 06 13:05:26 Oh believe me, I know! three and a half years Dec 06 13:07:24 * Morgan nods Dec 06 13:07:40 It was about that between losing Dietlinde and marrying Molly Dec 06 13:08:45 * Alice nods Dec 06 13:09:16 it’s a long time Dec 06 13:14:53 Particularly if you have normal drive like, I assume, yourself Dec 06 13:18:01 * Alice has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 06 13:18:32 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 06 13:18:41 * Molly is now known as Alice Dec 06 13:18:48 Particularly if you have normal drive like, I assume, yourself Dec 06 13:21:21 I didn’t for a long time, between the seven months of vomiting, post-birth recovery, sleepless nights and nursing. It’s only been the last year it’s really bothered me Dec 06 13:22:28 * Morgan nods Dec 06 13:22:45 Difficult Dec 06 13:24:27 * Alice nods Dec 06 13:24:55 these things are sent to try us Dec 06 13:25:05 * Morgan nods Dec 06 13:25:14 Did Uinise tell you about the... items... they have in Capperlucia? Dec 06 13:26:07 * Alice shakes her head. She doesn’t reply as they go up stairs, waiting til they’re up in the guest room the stairs go from Dec 06 13:26:08 no? Dec 06 13:27:01 Might be worth a conversation....its a... device... Dec 06 13:27:21 like the one you said protects the island? Dec 06 13:27:34 * Morgan shakes his head Dec 06 13:28:02 No no no... its a leather... ummmm... *he sighs* manhood Dec 06 13:28:37 * Alice starts laughing Dec 06 13:28:52 A godemiche? Dec 06 13:29:05 A what? Dec 06 13:29:35 they call them A Widow’s Comfort too. Dec 06 13:30:02 I'd no idea.... I thought it was a Capperlucian thing Dec 06 13:30:15 No, they have them in Vodacce Dec 06 13:30:26 Well, of course -they- do Dec 06 13:30:33 * Alice nods Dec 06 13:30:46 I’ve never heard of a leather one though Dec 06 13:31:28 What do they make them out of in Vodacce? Velvet and diamonds? Dec 06 13:31:37 * Alice laughs Dec 06 13:31:46 ivory and wood, I believe Dec 06 13:32:14 If... you could keep it to yourself, I could show you one... Dec 06 13:36:37 * Alice smiles “Who would believe it if I said you had one and you showed it to me?” Dec 06 13:37:10 The reputation of Saint Morgan of Purijtytown is legendary.... Dec 06 13:38:26 * Alice nods Dec 06 13:38:28 it is Dec 06 13:38:52 Come on, I'll find it for you to have a look at Dec 06 13:40:46 * Alice follows him Dec 06 13:42:12 * Morgan lets her in, moving to find the leather phallus Dec 06 13:44:08 * Alice looks around his room Dec 06 13:44:20 it’s very pink! Dec 06 13:44:30 Don't remind me Dec 06 13:47:32 * Alice nods. He eventually finds them buried in the trunk in wooden boxes Dec 06 13:47:54 * Morgan brings one over, handing it to her Dec 06 13:51:26 * Alice opens the box, smiling Dec 06 13:51:52 Are the men there not very well endowed? Dec 06 13:52:04 I couldn't say Dec 06 13:52:49 I was busy meeting dragons and climbing unclimbable cliffs, I didn't think to ask to measure anyones endowment Dec 06 13:53:24 * Alice takes it out, putting the box on the bed Dec 06 13:55:21 * Morgan watches her Dec 06 13:55:31 Without wanting to sound... sleazy... squeeze it Dec 06 13:57:03 * Alice laughs Dec 06 13:57:34 alright, I’ll squeeze it, but only because you asked! Dec 06 13:57:42 * Morgan chuckles, blushing Dec 06 13:57:50 *she squeezes it, nodding* it’s pliable Dec 06 13:58:43 * Morgan nods Dec 06 13:59:02 I imagine that is more pleasant than something... unyielding Dec 06 14:00:20 I haven’t used one of the others so I couldn’t say Dec 06 14:00:35 Well, I now which'd be nicer to get hit in the head with... Dec 06 14:01:43 * Alice nods, putting it back in the box Dec 06 14:12:26 It looks well made Dec 06 14:19:08 * Morgan nods Dec 06 14:19:16 I don't think Capperlucians know how to do anything badly Dec 06 14:20:48 * Alice hands it back to him Dec 06 14:21:10 * Morgan puts it in the box, putting it away Dec 06 14:22:53 You could sell them easily in certain circles Dec 06 14:23:27 That was something that occurred to me Dec 06 14:23:37 * Alice nods Dec 06 14:24:12 I think I could have a contact who would be able to do that Dec 06 14:24:43 Thats not why I showed you.... But I think we could work together on that Dec 06 14:25:20 *He has two, and Inga was given one as well* Dec 06 14:25:23 * Alice nods Dec 06 14:25:33 I’ll write and see Dec 06 14:26:11 Would you... would it make things easier if... you had one? Dec 06 14:30:09 I wouldn’t mind having one, I have no idea if it’d make a difference though Dec 06 14:30:18 * Morgan nods, handing her the box Dec 06 14:30:46 * Alice takes it Dec 06 14:31:07 Are you sure you don’t need it? Dec 06 14:31:15 * Morgan blushes Dec 06 14:31:18 We have another Dec 06 14:34:42 * Alice nods, smiling slightly Dec 06 14:34:55 Alright. How much should I pay you? Dec 06 14:40:12 For that? Dec 06 14:40:43 yes Dec 06 14:40:56 Oh, no, don't worry about that Dec 06 14:41:35 * Alice nods Dec 06 14:41:50 Alright. Goodnight then Dec 06 14:41:55 * Morgan nods Dec 06 14:41:58 Goodnight Alice Dec 06 14:42:41 * Alice takes the box with her Dec 06 14:42:58 * Morgan checks the mirror Dec 06 14:45:53 *It says “Nine o’clock: I hope you are well, and everything is going nicely. As I haven’t heard from you, I imagine you’ll be busy this evening and tired tonight. I will leave a note in the morning, We should arrive in Freiburg just before ten and will then be on our was to Mina’s house. I miss you. I will be thinking of you. Goodnight my love. I love you, always. MK xx” Dec 06 14:49:13 * Morgan leaves a reply "Sorry my darling, its been very busy. Edward and his beard arrived safely and I've spent the evening on hand in case he and Alice clashed. I miss you so very much. I don't know what time I'll be retiring, it could be quite late. All my love" Dec 06 14:49:53 *The wrapped jar is still in the drawer, along with her drawing and his new sketchbook Dec 06 14:51:16 * Morgan smiles, packing the mirror away before going back down to the games room Dec 06 14:52:14 * Alice is now known as Edward Dec 06 14:52:29 * Edward and HH are playing darts now Dec 06 14:52:41 I was wondering what was keeping you, brother Dec 06 14:53:13 We were talking Dec 06 14:54:11 HH: $he didn’t give anything away. Shall I clear off?$ Dec 06 14:54:51 $please. He may need to talk it through, but probably not$ Dec 06 14:58:19 *HH hands his darts to Morgan* you’re losin, man Dec 06 14:58:50 * Morgan sighs Dec 06 14:58:53 Not for long Dec 06 14:59:33 *HH says goodnight and goes. Edward throws a dart* Dec 06 14:59:45 Is she alright? Dec 06 14:59:58 * Morgan nods Dec 06 15:00:05 I believe so, yes... are you? Dec 06 15:03:16 * Edward nods, throwing the next dart Dec 06 15:03:38 I am. She’s very much as she has come across in the mirror Dec 06 15:03:55 * Morgan nods Dec 06 15:04:02 Alice is Alice Dec 06 15:06:23 * Edward nods, throwing the third before tallying it Dec 06 15:07:36 She’s easy to get along with Dec 06 15:07:51 I've found that to be the case, yes Dec 06 15:11:40 * Edward hands him the darts Dec 06 15:12:21 * Morgan bounces one to get the weight of it Dec 06 15:13:01 I was expecting more tension Dec 06 15:14:44 We both have Florrie to think of Dec 06 15:16:03 Even so Dec 06 15:18:03 I heard her warning loud and clear Dec 06 15:18:34 You took it well Dec 06 15:20:50 I like Alice, and I do not want to alienate her Dec 06 15:21:11 * Morgan nods Dec 06 15:21:19 Are you attracted to her? Dec 06 15:24:51 * Edward frowns Dec 06 15:25:15 Are you questioning my loyalty to my wife, after everything she and I have been through? Dec 06 15:25:41 * Morgan steps closer to Edward, his body language open, unchallenging Dec 06 15:26:48 Would I do that, Edward? Really? You would not stray so far as an inch, but if there is an attraction it could make negotiations a little more difficult. Thats all I'm looking to find out Dec 06 15:29:55 * Edward moves away, picking up his whiskey Dec 06 15:31:32 I think she is still as attractive as she was when I met her, but I am with Mina, who I am more attracted to every day. Dec 06 15:33:24 I'm sorry to have made you feel I was questioning your loyalty or fidelity. Dec 06 15:33:53 * Edward takes a mouthful of whiskey Dec 06 15:34:38 * Edward says nothing Dec 06 15:36:07 * Morgan sighs, throwing a dart Dec 06 15:37:10 I get it. You are protective of both women. So am I. Dec 06 15:37:24 I am protective of -you- Dec 06 15:38:11 I was looking for her last winter, in Vendel. Dec 06 15:38:33 * Morgan nods Dec 06 15:38:48 I know. I also know she looked for you to tell you about Florrie Dec 06 15:39:39 Yes. But I looked for her because I assumed Mina was never going to be mine, and no other woman had stuck in my head. Dec 06 15:40:24 * Morgan nods Dec 06 15:40:27 Iknow Dec 06 15:42:13 * Edward drinks another mouthful Dec 06 15:42:31 It’s a complication, but not one I wasn’t expecting Dec 06 15:44:28 * Morgan throws another dart Dec 06 15:46:26 * Edward tops up their glasses Dec 06 15:46:42 Do you plan to berate me? if so, be swift about it Dec 06 15:47:45 * Morgan throws the last dart hard Dec 06 15:47:58 Would it make ou feel better? Do you feel the need for me to berate you? Dec 06 15:48:49 I might *he smiles faintly* Dec 06 15:50:31 well... I'm afraid thats a bit of tough luck. I was hoping there wouldn't be an attraction, but you are charming and she is beautiful. Dec 06 15:51:41 * Edward looks at him Dec 06 15:52:08 Do I need to berate you? or is it that her hair is so similar in colour to Dietlinde’s? Dec 06 15:54:12 I'm married, not blind... but I am not attracted to her Dec 06 15:54:43 You are only attracted to your wife Dec 06 15:55:11 I know, I'm defective Dec 06 15:57:24 * Edward smiles faintly Dec 06 15:57:29 You always were Dec 06 15:57:43 * Morgan nods Dec 06 15:57:44 Indeed Dec 06 15:58:53 Nothing will happen Dec 06 15:59:06 Don't for a second think I was worried about that Dec 06 15:59:32 * Edward nods, mimicking Adalbrecht “Koertig men do not take mistresses.” Dec 06 15:59:50 Oh thats good... not as good as Heidi, mind... Dec 06 16:02:34 She’s a fiend. I feel for Zench, she’s been winding him up all this time. It wouldn’t surprise me to see him at the wedding with chunks of his hair pulled out Dec 06 16:03:11 * Morgan nods Dec 06 16:05:51 Are you nervous about tomorrow? Dec 06 16:06:00 yes and no Dec 06 16:07:34 Oh? Dec 06 16:09:44 I have the support I need, but it is still like going into battle Dec 06 16:10:55 * Morgan nods Dec 06 16:11:01 Nothing scarier than a three year old girl Dec 06 16:11:31 * Edward smiles Dec 06 16:12:00 Women generally I can easily manage, but not such young ones Dec 06 16:12:48 I think... *he fetches the darts, handing them over* your challenge with her lies in... two areas Dec 06 16:13:30 oh? Dec 06 16:26:37 Although you've talked a lot, you're still new to her in person... that may cause her to withdraw from you. Its a tough balance, coaxing her to relax without pushing her to where she is overwhelmed Dec 06 16:27:44 /me nods Dec 06 16:27:47 yes Dec 06 16:30:29 The other, and the more challenging long term... because of the way she thinks, she is quite... rigid when she gets an idea in her head. Moreso than other three year olds finding their voice. You know how HeinzHarold and I met? Dec 06 16:30:58 yes, I do Dec 06 16:32:32 Ever since then periodically one of us will say 'those are my apples'... when Florrie grew the tree, she made an apple that the four of us shared, then Varick mentioned telling HeinzHarold they're my apples.... Florrie made one more for HeinzHarold but he would have no more, because they're -my- apples. Dec 06 16:32:48 * Edward nods Dec 06 16:33:35 We will become more accustomed to one another’s personalities as we get to know each other Dec 06 16:33:42 * Morgan nods Dec 06 16:34:18 No doubt... but that particular trait can be quite a challenge. There is little to no flexibility when she reaches a conclusion like that. Dec 06 16:34:31 * Edward nods, smiling Dec 06 16:34:37 Like Father, really Dec 06 16:34:50 Moreno, but yes Dec 06 16:35:07 * Edward nods, looking at the board Dec 06 16:35:15 you appear to be winning Dec 06 16:35:42 Its a game that involves throwing things... Dec 06 16:35:49 * Edward nods Dec 06 16:36:27 Have you spoken to Molly this evening? Dec 06 16:37:08 No, I missed her. They expect to arrive around ten tomorrow Dec 06 16:42:40 * Edward nods Dec 06 16:44:24 Mina will have the house perfect for them Dec 06 16:45:20 * Morgan nods Dec 06 16:45:31 No doubt. I'm both looking forward to seeing her and apprehensive Dec 06 16:46:00 * Edward drinks some whiskey Dec 06 16:46:05 she’s missed you all Dec 06 16:46:24 * Morgan nods Dec 06 16:46:30 I hate that you are so far away Dec 06 16:48:36 * Edward nods Dec 06 16:49:01 Graben is my duty now. It’s where I belong Dec 06 16:49:50 I know. It just... saddens me to be so far from you, after how hard we've fought to get where we are Dec 06 16:51:31 * Edward nods Dec 06 16:51:57 I feel the same, but Hafenlohr seems perfect for you and your growing family Dec 06 16:52:10 * Morgan nods Dec 06 16:52:22 It will be... I don't feel at home yet Dec 06 16:57:27 I probably feel more so than you do Dec 06 16:57:44 * Morgan nods Dec 06 16:57:58 It doesn't really bother me with you but... its going to with the others Dec 06 17:01:05 * Edward nods Dec 06 17:01:21 Have you invited Dekker and Diana? Dec 06 17:01:35 * Morgan rubs his forehead Dec 06 17:01:44 I don't know. I sort of left that to Molly and mother Dec 06 17:02:20 * Edward nods Dec 06 17:02:47 That is what a First Officer does Dec 06 17:02:57 * Morgan nods Dec 06 17:03:07 *he takes his turn with the darts, passably so* Dec 06 17:05:24 * Morgan takes the darts Dec 06 17:05:51 They'll have to stay elsewhere if they come... we will be full. Dec 06 17:05:57 * Morgan throws the darts Dec 06 17:06:56 * Edward nods Dec 06 17:07:28 Unless you can house anyone temporarily in your staff houses, depending on occupancy Dec 06 17:07:44 * Morgan nods Dec 06 17:07:53 I'll ask Dresden to find out Dec 06 17:08:33 * Edward nods Dec 06 17:08:41 He seems efficient Dec 06 17:08:53 * Morgan nods Dec 06 17:09:01 Surprisingly good, given his age Dec 06 17:09:37 Is he quite discrete? I don’t recall meeting him before Dec 06 17:10:11 So far he seems to be, yes Dec 06 17:11:09 * Edward nods Dec 06 17:11:37 Have you already spoken to your Housekeeper about your friendly maids? Dec 06 17:11:46 * Morgan nods Dec 06 17:11:49 Yes,we have Dec 06 17:11:57 well... Molly has. Dec 06 17:11:59 * Edward nods Dec 06 17:12:04 Very well Dec 06 17:12:37 If someone wants that they can go and sweet talk Maubourg Dec 06 17:12:47 * Edward nods Dec 06 17:13:01 He’s old, but he probably knows how to do it Dec 06 17:14:57 * Morgan nods, handing the darts over Dec 06 17:15:12 Could make a fortune fleecing unsuspecting opponents... Dec 06 17:15:21 * Edward nods Dec 06 17:15:39 Take on my friends and you will easily, they love a wager Dec 06 17:16:02 * Morgan nods Dec 06 17:16:06 It seems a little... dishonest... Dec 06 17:16:22 * Edward laughs Dec 06 17:16:42 if they’re fool enough to wager with you... Dec 06 17:16:55 True... true... Dec 06 17:17:28 * Edward nods, losing the game Dec 06 17:21:29 I am going to bed. If a friendly maid comes to my room, I’ll be sure to tell her to go away *He sounds like he’s winding Morgan up* Dec 06 17:22:10 Tell her to go back to the house she works in. Do you want waking in the morning? Dec 06 17:22:27 * Edward chuckles Dec 06 17:22:36 By a friendly maid? no thank you Dec 06 17:23:37 * Morgan rolls his eyes Dec 06 17:23:40 Goodnight Edward Dec 06 17:25:34 goodnight, Morgan Dec 06 17:28:10 * Morgan puts the darts away, letting Edward out Dec 06 17:28:26 * Edward swallows down the last of his whiskey before inclining his head and going out Dec 06 17:29:36 * Morgan finishes his Dec 06 17:30:56 *the clock chimes for eleven Dec 06 17:32:47 * Morgan puts the glasses so they're obvious to be cleaned then heads up to his room Dec 06 17:33:20 *Ballard is laid in his bed snoozing* Dec 06 17:33:39 * Morgan gets the mirror out, checking it Dec 06 17:33:54 *there’s nothing new* Dec 06 17:34:09 * Morgan gets undressed and into bed Dec 06 17:34:25 *The dog briefly looks up at him* Dec 06 17:34:38 Good boy Dec 06 17:34:54 *The dog goes back to sleep* Dec 06 17:35:09 * Morgan stretches before trying to go to sleep Dec 06 17:36:28 *the bed faintly smells of her, but there’s no sign of the negligee she left there* Dec 06 17:36:48 * Morgan sighs, trying to get comfortable Dec 06 17:44:33 *he eventually manages it. He dreams hazily of offering to use the device on Alice, to be helpful, and she agrees. He’s enjoying himself though something is niggling him that he shouldn’t be. Then he starts to think if he’s intimate with her, maybe he can give Florrie a sibling and have his own daughter that looks like them. Dec 06 17:44:47 Whilst he’s taking her, the sight of the blonde hair in the pillow makes him think of Dietlinde, and then he feels guilty he’s dreaming of having sex with Dietlinde again, and then he wakes up* Dec 06 17:45:17 * Morgan looks at the window Dec 06 17:45:33 *hes got two hours until dawn* Dec 06 17:46:14 * Morgan yawns, climbing out of bed and getting dressed Dec 06 17:46:48 *Ballard wakes up too* Dec 06 17:47:13 * Morgan crouches down, stroking the dog Dec 06 17:47:19 You go back to sleep Dec 06 17:49:01 *he instead goes and jumps in the empty bath* Dec 06 17:52:32 You want a bath? Dec 06 17:52:57 * Edward is now known as Ballard Dec 06 17:53:03 * Ballard licks the taps Dec 06 17:53:23 * Morgan turns them on, warming the water Dec 06 17:53:47 * Ballard starts drinking from them Dec 06 17:54:01 Ah, I see... Dec 06 17:56:09 * Morgan waits until he stops drinking before shutting off the tap Dec 06 17:59:30 * Ballard gets out of the bath Dec 06 18:02:07 * Morgan pats him Dec 06 18:02:12 Good boy... you going back to bed? Dec 06 18:02:54 * Ballard gets back in his bed Dec 06 18:03:29 * Morgan leaves the room, leaving the door ajar and heads down to his office, collecting his zweihander and a lantern before quietly leaving the house Dec 06 18:04:00 *it’s dry and clear, so quite cool Dec 06 18:06:04 * Morgan moves a little way from the house before setting the lantern down and starting to train hard with his zweihander Dec 06 18:06:41 *No one interrupts him** Dec 06 18:07:59 * Morgan eventually fetches coffee before getting the dog for a walk to watch the sunrise Dec 06 18:11:02 * Ballard is now known as HH Dec 06 18:11:10 * HH comes to find him Dec 06 18:11:13 Hey Dec 06 18:11:44 Hey man Dec 06 18:13:25 how ya doing? Dec 06 18:14:18 So so man... you? Dec 06 18:17:45 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 06 18:21:46 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 06 18:23:10 * Molly is now known as HH Dec 06 18:23:52 So so man... you? Dec 06 18:24:17 ‘bout the same. missin her Dec 06 18:27:36 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:27:38 I know man Dec 06 18:27:58 * HH watches where the sun will appear Dec 06 18:28:05 what’s th’ deal with them then? Dec 06 18:28:28 There is an attraction, as we expected Dec 06 18:28:44 * HH nods Dec 06 18:28:48 bit awkward Dec 06 18:29:39 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:29:43 But thats all it is Dec 06 18:30:08 he’d never...? Dec 06 18:30:22 I know it as surely as I know you wouldnt Dec 06 18:30:31 * HH nods Dec 06 18:30:42 She’s gonn be able to tell though Dec 06 18:30:52 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:30:57 We can't control that Dec 06 18:31:11 nope Dec 06 18:35:27 * Morgan sighs, watching the horizon Dec 06 18:35:57 he’s really different with em both Dec 06 18:36:17 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:36:43 Hes attracted to her... he ha that -and- love for Mina Dec 06 18:37:00 * HH nods Dec 06 18:37:07 I’d be feeling like shit Dec 06 18:37:26 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:37:39 Nearly had a falling out when I challenged him on it... but we avoided it Dec 06 18:38:14 -you- avoided falling out with someone?! *he grins* Dec 06 18:38:22 Shut up Dec 06 18:38:47 she feelin bad too? Dec 06 18:39:15 I don't know she feels -bad-. She's not terribly troubled by it Dec 06 18:40:00 women, man. wasn’ she worryin about it before he turned up? Dec 06 18:40:16 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:41:02 Weird, the lot of them Dec 06 18:41:08 * HH nods Dec 06 18:41:25 I reckon it’s cos they never stop thinking Dec 06 18:41:38 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:41:44 Sounds exhausting Dec 06 18:42:18 take the same number o thoughts to change their minds, they just get through the thoughts much quicker Dec 06 18:42:54 * Morgan nods before sighing Dec 06 18:42:58 Todays going to be tough Dec 06 18:43:13 * HH nods Dec 06 18:43:25 definitely a bubbie cuddle day, dammit Dec 06 18:43:35 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:43:55 Nought to be done about it Dec 06 18:44:47 nope, they’re a long way from home now Dec 06 18:45:02 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:45:10 Freiburg by ten Dec 06 18:45:41 * HH nods Dec 06 18:46:00 drop off bags, straight outto spend our money I bet Dec 06 18:46:12 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:46:15 Reckon so Dec 06 18:46:37 you see her last night? Dec 06 18:46:58 No... we were far too busy Dec 06 18:47:44 you ever get that parcel she said about? Dec 06 18:48:24 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:48:29 New sketchbook Dec 06 18:48:37 * HH smiles Dec 06 18:48:51 that’s good, got a new estate to draw Dec 06 18:48:57 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:49:05 Had a bash at drawing something herself... Dec 06 18:49:27 yeah? of the house? Dec 06 18:49:47 No... the sort of thing Yensid could sell Dec 06 18:50:37 * HH chuckles Dec 06 18:50:55 got some bubbies in the post, huh? Dec 06 18:51:10 * Morgan shakes his head Dec 06 18:52:40 she draw lil Morgan? She take a magnifying glass with her? Dec 06 18:53:08 You are -so- funny man Dec 06 18:53:35 I know, it’s a skill. gonn show me er drawin? Dec 06 18:54:20 nope Dec 06 18:54:29 * HH chuckles Dec 06 18:54:42 Smeared it already? Dec 06 18:54:59 No, I went straight to sleep last night actually Dec 06 18:55:21 Saint Morgan again? Dec 06 18:56:36 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:56:39 Apparently so Dec 06 18:57:32 nice to know she’s thinking of ya though, right? Dec 06 18:57:38 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:57:40 Definitely, yeah Dec 06 18:59:02 bit far to be sending stuff now Dec 06 18:59:08 * Morgan nods Dec 06 18:59:17 It'd arrive the same time they do Dec 06 18:59:26 * HH nods Dec 06 18:59:43 wonder if I can get my oil darlin to draw me summat rude Dec 06 19:00:53 You could ask I suppose Dec 06 19:04:08 * HH nods Dec 06 19:04:24 Reck’n we’ll see them today? Dec 06 19:05:01 I wouldn't imagine so to be honest, but I'll leave a note to see if they'll e around in quiet hour Dec 06 19:05:15 Though I imagine Edward will need that time to deal with his emotions Dec 06 19:07:06 * HH nods Dec 06 19:07:28 Happy to have the mirror an chat to them meself if you’re busy Dec 06 19:07:40 * Morgan nods Dec 06 19:07:42 See how it goes Dec 06 19:07:56 * HH nods, waiting for the sun Dec 06 19:08:15 You did leave her a note to say you liked yer parcel, yeah? Dec 06 19:09:26 * Morgan sighs Dec 06 19:09:31 No, but I'm about to Dec 06 19:11:06 mebbie she won’ta thought of it. Inga would be o’erthinkin though Dec 06 19:11:16 * Morgan nods Dec 06 19:11:32 * Morgan looks at the horizon Dec 06 19:12:00 *the sun is just peeking over it Dec 06 19:14:43 I'm going to go and thank her for it Dec 06 19:15:55 * HH nods Dec 06 19:16:09 you finished walking Furface? Dec 06 19:16:27 What do you reckon Ballard, want to go inside? Dec 06 19:16:43 *he just looks between them, head tilting* Dec 06 19:17:01 Play with HeinzHarold? Dec 06 19:17:27 *he tilts his head the other direction* Dec 06 19:17:43 food... or walkies? Dec 06 19:18:22 I’ll take him for a quick run, then I’m going to work, can send Varick to me if ya need Dec 06 19:18:38 *the dog moves to HH’s side* Dec 06 19:19:18 * Morgan nods Dec 06 19:19:23 Thanks man. I'll see you in a while Dec 06 19:20:39 * HH nods, whistling to the dog as he sets off at a jog Dec 06 19:21:32 * Morgan heads back to the house, heading for his bedroom Dec 06 19:23:55 *No one interrupts him, but he finds Dresden making the bed neatly Dec 06 19:24:00 * HH is now known as Dresden Dec 06 19:24:30 Morning Dresden Dec 06 19:24:33 Good m-m-m-morning, m-m-my Lord *he bows* Dec 06 19:24:43 How are you this morning? Dec 06 19:25:14 I am well, thank y-y-you. How are y-y-you, m-my Lord? Dec 06 19:26:02 Not too bad. Did you remove my wife's nightwear from the bed yesterday? Dec 06 19:26:49 Y-y-Yes, m-my Lord. I have folded it and put it in her d-d-drawer Dec 06 19:27:19 ok... for future reference, she leaves things like that so I can smell still smell her... I have nightmares and her doing that helps some Dec 06 19:27:26 * Dresden nods Dec 06 19:27:46 I will ensure it st-st-stays where it sh-should Dec 06 19:28:21 Thank you. Do you know if there is any space in the staff housing? I've thought of another couple of people I may need to find space for... Dec 06 19:28:39 I will enquire, m-m-m-my Lord Dec 06 19:29:08 * Morgan nods Dec 06 19:29:39 Thank you. I will need a solicitor soon to write up a contract to transfer ownership of a house I own Dec 06 19:31:48 * Dresden nods Dec 06 19:31:56 I will send to Kiev for one Dec 06 19:32:30 * Morgan nods Dec 06 19:32:34 Do you know if Alice is awake? Dec 06 19:33:15 Not to my knowledge. Should I wake her? *he makes the finishing touches on the bed* Dec 06 19:34:19 I'd like a quick word Dec 06 19:35:08 * Dresden nods Dec 06 19:35:20 I will s-see to it Dec 06 19:35:27 * Morgan nods Dec 06 19:35:28 Thank you Dec 06 19:36:42 * Dresden bows and goes Dec 06 19:36:53 * Morgan gets the mirror, checking for a new note Dec 06 19:40:22 *It says “six or so, I am unsure: I hope everything is well with you. My night was not so good, but just a normal nightmare. I hope the parcel has arrived safely, I wouldn’t like to think of it going astray, especially the jar! I don’t know when we will see each other, but I’ll leave notes when I can. We are well. My love, MKxx” Dec 06 19:42:01 "Thank you my love, the parcel arrived yesterday. I loved the sketchbook and the drawing. I hope to find out what the jar is about later. I'd like to see you in happy hour but I don't know if it'll be doable with everything going on. HeinzHarold would like to see you and Inga anyway. All my love" Dec 06 19:42:25 *nothing changes* Dec 06 19:43:07 * Morgan packs it away, waiting for either Alice or time to wake Varick Dec 06 19:45:21 * Dresden is now known as Alice Dec 06 19:45:27 * Alice taps on the door Dec 06 19:45:31 Come Dec 06 19:48:04 * Alice comes in Dec 06 19:48:17 You wanted me? Dec 06 19:48:28 * Morgan blushes briefly Dec 06 19:48:56 uhhh... big day. I wanted to get an idea of how you want to handle it. Some time together then breakfast, wait til after breakfast... Dec 06 19:50:33 We’ll have breakfast 8n the nursery, then meet out in the gardens? It’s a happy place for her Dec 06 19:50:46 * Morgan nods Dec 06 19:50:59 Alright. Dec 06 19:53:00 * Alice nods Dec 06 19:53:43 Hopefully we’re all well-rested and ready for it Dec 06 19:53:57 * Morgan nods Dec 06 19:54:18 I've not heard from Edward yet, so how well he slept remains to be seen. Dec 06 19:56:15 * Alice nods Dec 06 19:56:58 I need to prepare Florrie for what we will be do8ng Dec 06 19:57:08 * Morgan nods Dec 06 19:57:13 Tell her I love her please Dec 06 19:57:34 * Alice nods Dec 06 19:57:37 I will Dec 06 19:58:00 * Morgan nods Dec 06 19:58:22 I'll have breakfast sent to you, send word when you're ready... Dec 06 19:59:41 * Alice nods Dec 06 19:59:44 thank you Dec 06 20:00:41 * Morgan smiles Dec 06 20:00:44 Of course Dec 06 20:01:40 I’ll see you in a while Dec 06 20:05:44 * Morgan nods, moving through to wake Varik Dec 06 20:10:18 *Varick is easily woken and prepared for the day. Bir and Ulysses are both in here* Dec 06 20:10:23 * Alice is now known as Varick Dec 06 20:10:32 Is Mama home yet? Dec 06 20:10:46 No, I'm afraid not... not for a few days yet Dec 06 20:11:30 * Varick sighs Dec 06 20:11:38 Is Uncle Edward here? Dec 06 20:12:09 * Morgan nods Dec 06 20:12:14 We'll see him at breakfast Dec 06 20:13:25 * Varick nods Dec 06 20:13:36 Is he going to meet Florrie today? Dec 06 20:13:54 * Morgan nods Dec 06 20:14:02 Yes, he is, after breakfast Dec 06 20:14:10 * Varick smiles Dec 06 20:14:16 then they can be a family Dec 06 20:14:35 Florrie might be nervous... remember what she was like meeting uncle Christopher? Dec 06 20:15:36 * Varick nods Dec 06 20:15:42 She is shy Dec 06 20:16:24 * Morgan nods Dec 06 20:16:28 Sometimes even around people she knows Dec 06 20:17:45 * Varick nods Dec 06 20:17:51 how can we help her? Dec 06 20:18:21 Love her and give her support. Dec 06 20:19:06 I can do that, Vati Dec 06 20:19:12 * Morgan nods Dec 06 20:19:31 I know. I know that because you helped me learn how to love properly again Dec 06 20:21:17 * Varick smiles, hugging him Dec 06 20:21:38 you helped me fill me sad hole Dec 06 20:21:58 * Morgan smiles, cuddling him Dec 06 20:22:21 I see the troublesome twosome were in with you last night Dec 06 20:22:45 * Varick looks at them both Dec 06 20:22:49 I love them Dec 06 20:23:14 * Morgan nods Dec 06 20:23:15 Me too Dec 06 20:26:09 Did Mama leave me a note? Dec 06 20:26:16 * Morgan nods Dec 06 20:26:43 They should arrive in Freiburg by ten, but she doesn't know when she'll be able to speak to us. I've asked if we can see her at quiet hour but I don't know if it'll happen Dec 06 20:29:27 * Varick sighs Dec 06 20:29:29 okay Dec 06 20:30:43 I know, I want to see her too... I want her to come home Dec 06 20:33:02 * Varick nods Dec 06 20:33:19 maybe she could come home quicker? Dec 06 20:33:41 No, we need to stick to the plan. We want everyone to get on well don't we Dec 06 20:37:38 * Varick sighs Dec 06 20:37:52 yes, but I want my Mama and my brother back Dec 06 20:38:20 * Morgan nods Dec 06 20:38:30 We'll try to see her Dec 06 20:41:47 Lets get on down for breakfast Dec 06 20:43:01 * Varick nods, going out. the cat and bird follow him Dec 06 20:43:10 * Morgan follows him out Dec 06 20:47:11 *this little group heads down to the breakfast room. Edward is in here reading and drinking coffee. He looks very tidy, Dresden must have pressed his clothes Dec 06 20:47:40 Uncle Edward! *Varick goes to hug him, and Edward puts his book down* Dec 06 20:48:03 * Morgan moves to hug him as well Dec 06 20:48:28 * Varick is now known as Edward Dec 06 20:49:24 * Edward hugs them both. Varick introduces him to Ulysses who couldn’t give a damn, and Bir who wolf whistles at him Dec 06 20:49:37 * Morgan smiles, sitting down Dec 06 20:49:40 looking... sharp... Dec 06 20:50:54 B: Carefulsharp! Dec 06 20:51:09 * Morgan chuckles Dec 06 20:51:21 * Edward looks at the bird, then at Morgan “did the bird just say careful, sharp?” Dec 06 20:52:40 Bir... her name is Bir... hey, Bir... *he makes a kissing noise at her* Dec 06 20:52:53 B: Muah! Muah! Dec 06 20:53:03 * Edward smiles Dec 06 20:53:14 She is beautiful Dec 06 20:53:19 * Morgan nods Dec 06 20:53:34 She is... and very clever. Occasionally she'll give a cuddle Dec 06 20:53:40 B: Pretty Bir, Muah! Dec 06 20:54:04 V: Sometimes she says a very rude word, but I told her she can’t say it now Dec 06 20:54:59 * Morgan nods Dec 06 20:55:03 She's a good girl Dec 06 20:56:23 V: Bir, dance? Dec 06 20:57:05 *Bir lands on the table, strutting up and down it before moving in that way Morgan knows is not dancing* Dec 06 20:57:23 * Edward smiles, watching Morgan sidelong Dec 06 20:58:06 * Morgan scratches at his nose before looking to a footman Dec 06 20:58:19 Would you have the breakfast and coffee brought in Dec 06 20:59:11 *The man nods, going. Bir is still dancing, and shakes her wings out now like a captive rainbow Dec 06 20:59:25 Gorgeous isn't she Dec 06 20:59:36 * Edward nods Dec 06 20:59:50 indeed she is, brother. Can she fly? Dec 06 20:59:56 B: Bir fly! Dec 06 21:00:35 * Morgan picks up and apple, cutting it and holding some out to Bir Dec 06 21:00:37 After breakfast Dec 06 21:03:05 *Bir holds it in one claw and eats it* Dec 06 21:03:25 I rode in in Crusader, Varick, would you like to see him later? Dec 06 21:03:42 * Morgan discreetly watches Varick Dec 06 21:04:34 *Varick nods* Okay. He will tell me if you are a good rider Dec 06 21:05:01 * Morgan smiles a little Dec 06 21:06:57 * Edward nods, smiling Dec 06 21:07:05 I expect to hear good things Dec 06 21:08:45 Always been passable... Dec 06 21:09:10 * Edward nods Dec 06 21:09:59 *the breakfast is served. Between the two animals trying to take bits, and Varick not much better, Edward’s quietness seems even more quiet* Dec 06 21:15:26 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 06 21:15:46 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 06 21:15:49 * Edward nods, smiling Dec 06 21:15:49 I expect to hear good things Dec 06 21:15:49 Always been passable... Dec 06 21:15:49 * Edward nods Dec 06 21:15:49 *the breakfast is served. Between the two animals trying to take bits, and Varick not much better, Edward’s quietness seems even more quiet* Dec 06 21:15:58 * Morgan keeps an eye on his brother Dec 06 21:17:03 * Molly is now known as Edward Dec 06 21:17:17 * Edward seems to be waiting for the time to pass Dec 06 21:17:41 Come on, lets take Bir to fly... Dec 06 21:20:19 * Edward nods, and they all go outside. The building work is continuing, and Bir happily flies above it, wolf-whistling at the builders Dec 06 21:20:45 *Varick runs on ahead towards the gardens* Dec 06 21:21:04 * Morgan glances at Edward Dec 06 21:21:07 Get it out now Dec 06 21:21:32 * Edward walks with his hands in his pockets Dec 06 21:22:01 If it doesn’t go well, we’ll keep trying Dec 06 21:22:40 * Morgan nods Dec 06 21:22:51 Have faith Dec 06 21:24:57 * Edward nods Dec 06 21:25:17 It would be easier doing this if Mina was here to support me Dec 06 21:25:54 Yes, it would... but I'm afraid all I can offer is my support Dec 06 21:28:43 * Edward nods. They get near the corner of the house when Edward stops to take a deep breath Dec 06 21:29:06 A last warning... Dec 06 21:31:13 yes? Dec 06 21:32:18 If she comes to me for a cuddle... it could be quite jarring... it will throw your mind to the past. Do not dwell there on what was or could have been. You must be here, now. Dec 06 21:33:36 * Edward nods Dec 06 21:33:44 I am. Dec 06 21:34:11 Continue to be. We can cry about it together later. Dec 06 21:36:29 * Edward nods. He walks around the corner of the building. In the flower garden, Morgan can see Alice, Varick and Florrie looking at plants Dec 06 21:38:39 * Morgan squeezes his brothers shoulder Dec 06 21:38:45 Come on...got the seeds? Dec 06 21:41:04 * Edward pats his pocket Dec 06 21:41:12 lead the way Dec 06 21:41:27 * Morgan nods, heading for them Dec 06 21:44:01 *Alice looks up first, inclining her head in acknowledgment Dec 06 21:44:18 * Morgan nods, getting closer Dec 06 21:45:47 *Varick looks up too, as does Florrie. She notices Morgan first “Ballhead!” Dec 06 21:46:29 Hello sweetheart... you alright? I've brought someone to see you Dec 06 21:47:27 *Florrie looks behind him, then immediately goes behind Alice’s skirts* Dec 06 21:47:57 * Morgan motions Edward to wait before crouching by Alice's legs Dec 06 21:48:27 Its alright sweetheart, we know you're worried. Would you like a cuddle? Dec 06 21:49:27 F: No! No cuddle! Dec 06 21:49:52 *Alice reaches back to stroke her hair* It’s alright, Florrie Dec 06 21:50:12 Ok sweetheart. *he holds his hand behind Alice, near to Florrie* Were you looking at the flowers? Dec 06 21:52:15 F: Violets Dec 06 21:52:25 Really? Which ones are those? Dec 06 21:52:46 F: Purple Dec 06 21:53:16 *Florrie doesn’t move, but Varick goes to hold Edward’s hand quietly* Dec 06 21:53:35 Wait, violet flowers are violet colour? Dec 06 21:54:19 F: Violet. Dec 06 21:54:44 * Morgan nods, settling on the ground, cross legged Dec 06 21:54:55 That makes sense. Dec 06 21:55:53 Do you think I could have a cuddle? I want to ask you about planting some seeds Dec 06 21:56:32 *Florrie stays hiding “No! No cuddle!” Alice mouths Sorry to Edward, who just shakes his head and gives her a reassuring smile* Dec 06 21:56:51 * Morgan nods, pulling a few seeds from his pocket Dec 06 21:57:09 Alright sweetheart. I've got these seeds here, will you help me plant them later? Dec 06 21:57:25 F: Seeds later. Dec 06 21:57:53 This ones... brown... and this ones... brown... and... oh, this ones brown as well Dec 06 21:58:05 F: Brown. Dec 06 21:58:48 Thought she were green. I've got a fresh flower bed ready for us to plant seeds in Dec 06 21:59:52 F: Seeds later! Dec 06 22:00:08 Mmhmm, I know. Dec 06 22:00:35 *Alice looks tense, a bit embarrassed* Dec 06 22:01:26 If you hold out your hand, you can take these seeds for later. I'll take your Vati to go have a look at the flower bed, maybe he can help me get it ready for you for later Dec 06 22:01:56 F: *she holds out her hand for them* Dec 06 22:02:25 * Morgan puts a few seeds in her hand, holding it for a moment before letting go Dec 06 22:02:29 Love you Florrie Dec 06 22:02:55 F: okay. *she clings to both the seeds and the skirt* Dec 06 22:03:20 Want Varick to stay with you? Dec 06 22:05:23 F: Varick stay Dec 06 22:05:51 Okay sweetheart. Me and your Vati will be at the flowerbed if you want to see Dec 06 22:07:19 F: okay Dec 06 22:07:41 *Alice gives Morgan a conciliatory smile* Dec 06 22:08:08 * Morgan nods, getting up and putting an arm around Alice, kissing the side of her head before whispering "No-one expected it to be easy love. Chin up" Dec 06 22:08:28 *Alice nods, whispering* reassure him please Dec 06 22:08:43 * Morgan nods, letting go and beckoning Edward Dec 06 22:08:55 Come on Slowworm, lets go look at the flowerbed Dec 06 22:09:11 *Edward comes towards him, but still gives them space* Dec 06 22:09:58 * Morgan moves away from Alice and Florrie, moving toward the flowerbed Dec 06 22:10:18 * Edward walks beside him, his expression contained and set Dec 06 22:11:16 * Morgan hums quietly, leading the way Dec 06 22:13:10 * Edward walks quietly, then looks over the flower bed Dec 06 22:13:30 you’ve done a good job with it Dec 06 22:13:57 * Morgan nods, getting down on his knees so he can see the way he came before pointing to a spot that would put Edward side on Dec 06 22:15:27 * Edward follows his instructions Dec 06 22:15:44 You've probably got a couple of minutes to let it out Dec 06 22:16:06 I am alright, brother. I will see this through Dec 06 22:16:14 * Morgan shrugs Dec 06 22:16:38 Its painful. But you cant let her see that, so I'd take the opportunity when you can Dec 06 22:16:59 * Morgan says loudly "Oh, slowworm, you've got seeds... lets plant them for Florrie for later" Dec 06 22:17:23 It is painful but expected. Dec 06 22:18:06 Its not... purposefully. Its like she doesn't know how to handle it, moreso when its someone important to her Dec 06 22:21:24 I know. You do not have to convince me to not be hurt by my daughter or to not reject her. I am her Father, I am in this until the day I die, regardless of her reaction to me. Dec 06 22:22:53 I'm not trying to convince you of either of those things. I know you wouldn't ever reject her... and you can be hurt, so long as you know she does not -try- to hurt you. Dec 06 22:23:43 I do know that, Morgan. Dec 06 22:24:32 * Morgan nods, glancing back the way they came Dec 06 22:24:37 Good. Dec 06 22:25:52 *he can hear Varick and Florrie playing, but they don’t come nearer* Dec 06 22:26:24 Do me a favour... make a few rows of holes, finger width, two knuckles deep Dec 06 22:26:40 And give me the pouch of seeds I gave you Dec 06 22:27:51 * Edward does theses things as instructed Dec 06 22:27:59 * Morgan gets up Dec 06 22:28:01 Stay put Dec 06 22:28:12 * Morgan wanders back to Florrie Dec 06 22:30:40 * Edward is now known as Florrie Dec 06 22:30:56 * Florrie is happily playing with varick Dec 06 22:31:22 * Morgan gets near then sits down Dec 06 22:33:29 * Florrie comes right over to him and sits on his lap Dec 06 22:33:39 Hello sweetheart Dec 06 22:35:23 I give seeds Mama Dec 06 22:35:52 Oh right. Slowworms digging holes for the seeds, and there's -lots- of seeds Dec 06 22:37:41 * Florrie nods Dec 06 22:37:47 okay. more apples? Dec 06 22:38:21 I don't know what the seeds are... your Vati gave me some that he brought for you, in this bag... Dec 06 22:39:18 * Florrie looks Dec 06 22:39:26 * Morgan holds out the bag Dec 06 22:41:05 * Florrie takes it Dec 06 22:42:21 seeds now? Dec 06 22:42:35 Well, your Vati is digging the holes. Do you want to see? Dec 06 22:43:36 No! No Vati! Florrie and Ballhead. Dec 06 22:45:15 Shall we creep round and we can watch him from a distance? Like hide and seek? Dec 06 22:46:27 No! Dec 06 22:46:53 *Alice hovers, waiting for a signal for whether to intervene* Dec 06 22:47:13 * Morgan nods, kissing Florries head Dec 06 22:47:41 Alright sweetheart. He's not very good at planting them, think he needs help like my uncle Christopher Dec 06 22:47:59 No help! Just Florrie Ballhead! Dec 06 22:48:12 * Florrie looks more and more frustrated Dec 06 22:48:27 I know sweetheart, you don't have to Dec 06 22:49:36 *Alice comes over* Florrie, do you want to go back to the nursery for a feed and a story? Dec 06 22:50:15 * Florrie gets up, going to Alice Dec 06 22:50:45 * Morgan gets up Dec 06 22:51:31 A: maybe a little bit of cuddling might settle her *Alice picks her daughter up* Dec 06 22:51:39 * Morgan nods Dec 06 22:51:41 Would me Dec 06 22:52:07 *Alice smiles* Should I be flattered? Dec 06 22:52:43 * Morgan chuckles, getting up Dec 06 22:53:21 *Alice takes Florrie indoors* Dec 06 23:12:44 * Florrie has quit (Read error: EOF from client)