**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Thu Dec 7 14:29:10 2023 Dec 07 14:29:10 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 07 14:30:38 * Morgan takes Varick and goes back to Edward Dec 07 14:31:15 * Molly is now known as Edward Dec 07 14:31:28 * Edward is stood looking out over Morgan’s land Dec 07 14:31:46 They've gone for a feed and a story Dec 07 14:33:22 * Edward nods Dec 07 14:33:51 Alright. How long do you think that will take? Dec 07 14:34:01 Im afraid I don't know Dec 07 14:34:05 * Edward nods Dec 07 14:34:28 I want to take a ride, but I do not want her to think I have abandoned my efforts Dec 07 14:34:44 You need some time alone... Dec 07 14:37:29 * Edward nods Dec 07 14:37:48 * Morgan nods Dec 07 14:38:05 I'll make it known you are not abandoning her. Dec 07 14:41:12 Thank you. I’ll return before lunch Dec 07 14:41:24 * Morgan nods Dec 07 14:41:27 Be careful Dec 07 14:44:47 * Edward nods Dec 07 14:45:18 I will *he ruffles Varick’s hair* When I am back, maybe you’d like to brush Crusader down with me? Dec 07 14:45:57 *Varick nods eagerly* Yes, and we can brush Krest too. But not Aurora, because the foal could come, and not Xantha, because he might bite you Dec 07 14:46:26 * Morgan nods Dec 07 14:46:28 That's right Dec 07 14:48:45 * Edward nods Dec 07 14:48:53 I’ll see you both in a while Dec 07 14:49:14 * Morgan nods, letting him go Dec 07 14:51:48 * Edward walks off through the gardens. Varick sighs, then looks at Morgan Dec 07 14:51:53 * Edward is now known as Varick Dec 07 14:52:01 Now I really miss Mama. Dec 07 14:52:06 * Morgan nods Dec 07 14:52:12 Me too. She'd make him feel alright Dec 07 14:53:47 * Varick nods Dec 07 14:54:06 What should we do now to make it all right, Vati? Dec 07 14:54:33 I wish I knew lad... all we can do is give them our love and support them Dec 07 14:58:32 * Varick nods Dec 07 14:58:47 who should we go with? Dec 07 14:59:23 Well, Uncle Edward wants some time alone, and Florrie is probably still a bit overwhelmed. Shall we go to the building area and help HeinzHarold? Dec 07 15:01:17 * Varick nods Dec 07 15:01:36 I like building. Can I be a builder when I grow up? Dec 07 15:03:09 Fairly sure you've got to be a Freiarr Dec 07 15:04:37 * Varick sighs Dec 07 15:04:43 okay Vati Dec 07 15:04:54 I've got to be a Graf when I grow up Dec 07 15:06:49 * Varick nods Dec 07 15:06:53 when will that be? Dec 07 15:07:20 * Morgan shrugs Dec 07 15:07:24 Don't know Dec 07 15:09:04 * Varick nods, walking towards the building site Dec 07 15:09:32 maybe Florrie will want him when she’s done? Dec 07 15:10:09 Its difficult for her... meeting people is scary and overwhelming Dec 07 15:11:46 * Varick nods Dec 07 15:11:59 we will look after them Dec 07 15:12:11 Yes, we will Dec 07 15:14:38 *HH is working hard. They’re starting to get some uprights in Dec 07 15:21:37 * Morgan gets hold of the foreman, getting the go ahead for he and Varick to help Dec 07 15:23:08 *They work beside HH* Dec 07 15:23:11 * Varick is now known as HH Dec 07 15:23:19 hey, you need me t’ watchhim? Dec 07 15:23:37 I might go check on Alice Dec 07 15:24:25 how’s it goin? Dec 07 15:24:38 * Morgan shakes his head Dec 07 15:24:40 Worse than expected Dec 07 15:28:10 * HH looks at him Dec 07 15:28:13 need a hug? Dec 07 15:28:25 * Morgan smiles, shaking his head Dec 07 15:28:34 I'm alright... don't want to slow this down anyway Dec 07 15:30:27 * HH nods Dec 07 15:30:48 it gonn be okay? Dec 07 15:30:56 * Morgan sighs Dec 07 15:31:03 I don't know man Dec 07 15:33:29 * HH nods Dec 07 15:33:49 right, leave Varick with me, go do whatcha need to Dec 07 15:35:10 * Morgan nods, leaving them and heading into the house Dec 07 15:37:40 *There’s a few servants working. Everyone he passes smiles, bows or bobs briefly, and says Good Morning, My Lord Dec 07 15:38:04 * Morgan greets each of them before going looking for Alice Dec 07 15:42:00 * HH is now known as Alice Dec 07 15:42:17 * Alice is found in the nursery, feeding Florrie Dec 07 15:43:10 * Morgan knocks quietly Dec 07 15:44:51 come in Morgan Dec 07 15:47:29 * Morgan quietly enters the room Dec 07 15:50:05 * Alice looks up Dec 07 15:50:10 how are you? Dec 07 15:51:54 I've been better love but... how are -you-? Dec 07 15:53:48 * Alice looks down at Florrie Dec 07 15:53:54 worried, I suppose Dec 07 15:55:19 About... Dec 07 15:55:38 how she’s handling it and how it’ll go Dec 07 15:55:55 * Morgan nods Dec 07 15:56:10 I hate seeing her distressed Dec 07 15:58:08 * Alice nods sadly Dec 07 15:58:10 me too Dec 07 16:00:48 I don't know what to do Dec 07 16:01:45 * Alice shakes her head Dec 07 16:01:56 I think we just have to be patient Dec 07 16:02:49 I think... perhaps she needs to be the one coming to him... Dec 07 16:04:43 * Alice nods Dec 07 16:04:56 I think you’re right Dec 07 16:06:05 How to do it though. I think... we need to be doing something he can just be getting on with without acknowledging her Dec 07 16:16:11 * Alice nods Dec 07 16:16:17 What about swimming? Dec 07 16:16:29 He cant swim Dec 07 16:16:43 * Alice nods Dec 07 16:17:18 perhaps playing skittles in the library? He could sit and read? Dec 07 16:18:02 * Morgan nods Dec 07 16:18:25 I know he -would- mill about in the lake, but he wouldn't be swimming so I'm not sure how it'd work... Dec 07 16:19:33 * Alice nods Dec 07 16:19:46 He could sit on the shore and do... something? Dec 07 16:20:27 * Morgan nods Dec 07 16:20:52 He could read there... or... he paints. I wonder if I've an easel and canvas in the art room Dec 07 16:21:11 * Alice nods Dec 07 16:21:16 that’s a good idea Dec 07 16:21:36 * Morgan nods Dec 07 16:21:44 When? Dec 07 16:22:25 it’s warm enough for a picnic? perhaps they might nap outdoors? Dec 07 16:23:12 * Morgan nods a little Dec 07 16:23:39 He will be back before lunch... Dec 07 16:25:14 * Alice looks surprised Dec 07 16:25:19 he’s left? Dec 07 16:27:03 He's a bit like Molly... riding fast helps him unwind. He'll be back soon. He was particularly concerned that you know he is not abandoning her or the efforts. Dec 07 16:28:06 * Alice nods, looking serious Dec 07 16:28:12 Alright, thank you Dec 07 16:29:11 * Morgan watches Florrie for a moment Dec 07 16:29:30 Fairly sure God himself couldn't pull him away Dec 07 16:32:39 *Florrie has her eyes closed. She takes up a lot of space across Alice’s lap in a way that Jana never got to take up Dietlinde’s Dec 07 16:36:22 * Morgan sighs quietly Dec 07 16:36:45 I'll go and get the kitchen prepared for us to lunch outside Dec 07 16:38:31 * Alice watches him Dec 07 16:39:03 Why not take a minute for yourself? Maybe you could see if Molly’s arrived yet? Dec 07 16:41:14 I might do Dec 07 16:42:56 * Alice nods Dec 07 16:43:21 thanks for coming though Dec 07 16:43:59 * Morgan nods Dec 07 16:44:12 I'll let you know if there's any issues with picnicking... Dec 07 16:45:39 * Alice nods Dec 07 16:45:53 alright Dec 07 16:47:27 * Morgan nods, quietly leaving the room and heading to his own to check the mirror Dec 07 16:51:00 *It says Quarter before ten: I can see the city now, I’m writing this before going on deck. I am glad (and relieved) you liked it. I thought you could fill the book with similar! I hope all is going well there, I wish I was home instead. I’ll write from Mina’s soon. My love to all, and especially to you, MK xx” Dec 07 16:53:03 "Be careful my love. I miss you. This morning hasn't gone well. We'll be taking lunch by the lake, so it'll only be HeinzHarold to see you for quiet hour if you can make it. All my love" Dec 07 16:54:38 *there’s no change * Dec 07 16:55:15 * Morgan puts the mirror away before ringing the bell Dec 07 16:57:28 *Dresden is the one who appears* M-my Lord? Dec 07 16:57:55 Would you inform the kitchen that we will be taking lunch by the lake, picnic style? Dec 07 16:59:50 * Alice is now known as Dresden Dec 07 17:00:09 Y-yes m-my Lord Dec 07 17:00:48 * Morgan looks at him thoughtfully Dec 07 17:01:13 I think once we're down there, there won't be need to be waited on if everything is already there... we can manage Dec 07 17:02:05 * Dresden nods Dec 07 17:02:14 Very good, m-my Lord Dec 07 17:02:41 Do you happen to know if we have an easel and canvas? Dec 07 17:04:50 Y-yes, in the art room Dec 07 17:05:07 * Morgan nods Dec 07 17:05:17 That'll need to be there ten or fifteen minutes before lunch Dec 07 17:07:00 * Dresden nods Dec 07 17:07:23 Y-you will b-b-b-b... go sw-swimming? Dec 07 17:08:10 I think the children will nap after lunch but I imagine we will swim yes Dec 07 17:10:38 I will prepare for that also, m-my Lord Dec 07 17:11:04 Thank you Dresden... Dec 07 17:13:02 * Dresden nods Dec 07 17:13:23 Was that all, m-my Lord? Dec 07 17:13:41 I think so, yes Dec 07 17:17:05 I have returned Her Excellency’s nightwear to its correct place Dec 07 17:17:28 * Morgan nods Dec 07 17:17:31 Thank you Dec 07 17:20:38 * Dresden bows before letting himself out Dec 07 17:24:32 * Morgan takes a couple of minutes to sit quietly before going back out Dec 07 17:27:01 *He hears Florrie laughing and playing in the nursery* Dec 07 17:27:34 * Morgan knocks gently Dec 07 17:29:32 * Dresden is now known as Florrie Dec 07 17:29:38 Ballhead in! Dec 07 17:30:15 * Morgan opens the door, poking his head round it Dec 07 17:31:45 * Florrie looks happy, carrying her doll around Dec 07 17:31:51 Ballhead play? Dec 07 17:32:07 Can do for a little bit, yes Dec 07 17:36:19 * Florrie brings her doll to him Dec 07 17:36:29 Change nappy and feed, Ballhead. Dec 07 17:37:45 Tell you what, I'll change her nappy, you can feed her Dec 07 17:39:53 No! I go flower house, you baby. Dec 07 17:40:25 You're going to the flower house... oh, like uncle Christophers? Dec 07 17:41:27 * Florrie nods Dec 07 17:41:36 glass. flowers. Dec 07 17:41:50 I see, I see... does the baby not want to see the flowers? Dec 07 17:44:31 * Florrie shakes her head Dec 07 17:44:40 Baby sneeze Achoo! Dec 07 17:44:48 Ooooohhhhh I see Dec 07 17:44:50 Best not then Dec 07 17:47:03 * Florrie gives him the doll Dec 07 17:47:28 * Morgan sits down, putting the doll on his knee as he pretends to change her Dec 07 17:49:22 * Florrie ignores him, going to the window and chatting away to herself quietly as if she’s looking at plants Dec 07 17:49:45 * Morgan smiles, watching her surrepticiously Dec 07 17:53:17 *Alice does too. She does this for fifteen minutes before she suddenly runs from the window and jumps in Morgan’s lap Dec 07 17:53:48 Woah! Whats wrong sweetheart? Dec 07 17:56:36 * Florrie presses her face against his chest. Alice looks from the window before saying “Edward is back” Dec 07 17:56:44 * Morgan nods Dec 07 17:57:04 What's the matter sweetheart? Whats scaring you? Dec 07 17:58:22 * Florrie says nothing, just hiding against him Dec 07 17:58:31 * Morgan rocks her gently Dec 07 17:58:38 Its ok sweetheart, you're safe here Dec 07 18:00:32 A: *she watches them sadly* Dec 07 18:01:01 * Morgan kisses Florries crown Dec 07 18:01:23 Florrie... can you tell me what's wrong? Maybe your mama and I can fix it Dec 07 18:03:45 No Vati! Dec 07 18:03:59 Ok... can you tell me why? Dec 07 18:13:49 * Florrie shakes her head Dec 07 18:15:24 Are you scared and don't know why? Dec 07 18:15:53 * Florrie nods Dec 07 18:16:38 Oh sweetheart.... I'll keep you safe, I promise. And your Vati loves you. I think he brought Wolfie with him Dec 07 18:17:31 Wolfie? Dec 07 18:17:38 * Morgan nods Dec 07 18:17:44 He said he was going to Dec 07 18:17:53 See Wolfie? Dec 07 18:18:09 Wolfie is with Vati sweetheart Dec 07 18:18:27 * Florrie shakes her head Dec 07 18:18:39 No see! Dec 07 18:22:39 * Morgan looks to Alice, shrugging slightly Dec 07 18:22:55 Its ok sweetheart, its just us here, you don't need to hide Dec 07 18:23:16 * Florrie moves to look at the doll Dec 07 18:23:21 you change? Dec 07 18:23:31 I did Dec 07 18:23:43 feed now Dec 07 18:24:21 Meat and potatoes, yeah? Dec 07 18:24:44 * Florrie gets down, getting a toy cup Dec 07 18:24:52 feed like Eel Dec 07 18:25:01 Ah, okay Dec 07 18:25:20 * Florrie brings it to him Dec 07 18:25:32 where Lee and Eel? Dec 07 18:26:00 They've gone to Freiburg for a few days... Dec 07 18:26:14 * Florrie nods Dec 07 18:26:16 feed Dec 07 18:26:26 * Morgan nods, taking the cup Dec 07 18:27:19 * Florrie sits on the floor to watch whilst playing with the other cups Dec 07 18:27:43 * Morgan sits, 'feeding' the doll Dec 07 18:28:03 A: did you hear from her? Dec 07 18:28:25 She left a note, they were in sight of the city Dec 07 18:28:42 A: that must be a relief Dec 07 18:28:50 * Morgan nods a moment before tilting his head Dec 07 18:28:59 Florrie.. would you like to see Vati in the mirror? Dec 07 18:29:18 * Florrie nods eagerly Dec 07 18:29:25 mirror Vati Dec 07 18:29:31 Now? Dec 07 18:29:37 * Florrie nods Dec 07 18:30:12 *Alice looks surprised* Dec 07 18:30:28 ok... you stay here, I'll go get things ready Dec 07 18:30:50 * Florrie nods, smiling Dec 07 18:31:03 * Morgan hands the doll to Alice Dec 07 18:31:11 I'll be back in a little while Dec 07 18:31:22 *Alice nods* Dec 07 18:31:38 * Morgan leaves the room, moving quickly to find Edward Dec 07 18:32:40 *he is found, after asking servants, in the stables with Varick* Dec 07 18:32:52 hey Dec 07 18:33:03 * Florrie is now known as Edward Dec 07 18:33:12 * Edward looks concerned Dec 07 18:33:19 How is she, brother? Dec 07 18:34:18 She's fine now. She's... scared of seeing you. She doesn't even know why, but its there... Dec 07 18:37:24 * Edward nods Dec 07 18:37:39 How does Alice want to proceed? Dec 07 18:38:32 Well, for lunch we're having a picnic by the lake... you're going to be there painting but not acknowledging anyone so she can get used to you. Can you do that?? Dec 07 18:40:03 * Edward nods Dec 07 18:40:15 I can, if that’s what is needed Dec 07 18:40:28 good... now... I need you to hand this task over to the grooms Dec 07 18:41:12 * Edward nods, doing so Dec 07 18:41:23 V: what should I do, Vati? Dec 07 18:41:32 You come too Dec 07 18:42:30 *Varick nods* Dec 07 18:42:54 Edward, go fetch wolfie and meet us in my bedroom Dec 07 18:48:10 * Edward nods, going to do so. Varick goes with Morgan, and in there says “what are we doing?” Dec 07 18:48:50 She wants to see him in the mirror... Dec 07 18:48:55 * Morgan unpacks one of the spare sets Dec 07 18:49:15 *Varick nods* okay Dec 07 18:49:51 So to start with I want you to sit with your uncle to talk to her... can you do that? Dec 07 18:50:03 *He nods* Dec 07 18:52:26 Good. We'll see how it goes Dec 07 18:55:28 V: Can we still talk to Mama later? Dec 07 18:55:46 I thought maybe we could spend quiet hour by the lake, nap out there... Dec 07 18:57:21 V: But what about Mama? Dec 07 18:57:46 * Morgan gets her mirror checking it Dec 07 18:59:13 *it doesn’t say anything new* Dec 07 18:59:46 I don't even know if she'll be able to talk in quiet hour Dec 07 19:00:49 *Varick nods. Edward comes back in* Dec 07 19:01:28 * Morgan sets a mirror on the drawers Dec 07 19:01:49 Right, I'm going to take this through to Florrie. Whatever happens, keep talking. If she disappears, pretend you haven't noticed. Dec 07 19:02:59 * Edward nods Dec 07 19:03:11 I will Dec 07 19:03:26 * Morgan nods, squeezing his shoulder Dec 07 19:03:31 alright. I'll see you in a minute Dec 07 19:04:07 * Morgan ruffles Varicks hair before taking the mirror through to the nursery Dec 07 19:04:21 * Edward is now known as Florrie Dec 07 19:04:46 * Florrie is still playing with the tea set Dec 07 19:04:59 Florrie... I've got the mirror Dec 07 19:06:47 * Florrie gets up Dec 07 19:07:02 see Vati mirror? Dec 07 19:07:13 * Morgan nods, propping the mirror up Dec 07 19:11:00 *Edward and Varick are fussing Ballard, backs to the mirror. Florrie sits on Morgan’s lap* Dec 07 19:11:26 * Morgan coughs Dec 07 19:12:47 Oh look, there's Varick too Dec 07 19:13:04 * Florrie seems quite relaxed “Varick what doing?” Dec 07 19:13:25 *Varick comes to sit down by the mirror “I was petting Ballard” Dec 07 19:13:46 Ballard does love fusses Dec 07 19:15:33 What dog say, Varick? Dec 07 19:15:54 Woof? Dec 07 19:16:00 V: He says he likes being petted Dec 07 19:16:14 * Florrie laughs saying “woof” too Dec 07 19:18:09 * Morgan points in the mirror Dec 07 19:18:13 Look, there's your Vati Dec 07 19:20:46 * Florrie calls to him “Vati!” Dec 07 19:22:19 *Edward turns around, coming to sit down, but Florrie starts sobbing, turning into Morgan “No!” Dec 07 19:22:32 Oh sweetheart, what's wrong? Dec 07 19:22:42 *Edward and Varick both look confused* Dec 07 19:23:00 No! Want mirror Vati! Dec 07 19:23:22 Edward... can you handle a razor yourself or will you need Dresden to do it? Dec 07 19:23:33 E: It’s the beard?! Dec 07 19:23:54 Its the only thing thats changed... Dec 07 19:24:05 V: It is a bit straggly, Uncle Edward. Dec 07 19:24:24 *Edward smiles faintly* I see Dec 07 19:25:04 E: I can manage it myself Dec 07 19:25:47 * Morgan nods Dec 07 19:26:09 See to that and we'll meet you by the like for lunch... Dec 07 19:29:07 *Edward gets up, leaving just Varick* Dec 07 19:29:26 V: It’s okay Florrie, he’s going to get rid of it Dec 07 19:30:11 Is that what it is sweetheart? He was different? Dec 07 19:31:21 * Florrie nods Dec 07 19:31:38 But you didn't know... ok sweetheart Dec 07 19:32:02 * Morgan checks the time Dec 07 19:34:41 *it’s twenty to twelve* Dec 07 19:35:24 Ok sweetheart, lets get ready for lunch... we're having a picnic by the like and the -proper- mirror Vati will be back Dec 07 19:35:52 * Florrie nods, getting down. Alice hugs her, and they start getting things ready Dec 07 19:36:13 I'll just pack this away... I'll be back in a moment Dec 07 19:36:24 * Morgan carries the mirror back to his room, packing them away Dec 07 19:38:31 *Varick is in his own room with Ballard* Dec 07 19:39:02 * Morgan comes in to cuddle him Dec 07 19:39:11 That didn't go to plan did it Dec 07 19:41:56 * Florrie is now known as Varick Dec 07 19:42:00 /me hugs him Dec 07 19:42:23 It wasn’t a good beard Dec 07 19:42:45 I didn't think it was too bad... I've seen worse Dec 07 19:45:13 * Varick nods Dec 07 19:45:40 do you think she’ll like him now? Dec 07 19:45:48 * Morgan shrugs Dec 07 19:45:53 I don't know. Maybe Dec 07 19:47:07 * Varick nods Dec 07 19:47:13 I hope so, he was sad Dec 07 19:47:20 * Morgan nods Dec 07 19:47:29 Me too... I don't like seeing them upset Dec 07 19:48:50 * Varick nods Dec 07 19:49:15 me either Dec 07 19:49:44 * Morgan nods Dec 07 19:49:57 We'll take the mirror in case mama is around after lunch Dec 07 19:52:41 * Varick nods Dec 07 19:53:11 okay Vati, I will get an extra towel for Ballard too Dec 07 19:54:03 * Morgan nods, getting him moving before collecting the mirror, wrapping it safely Dec 07 19:57:29 *Florrie and Alice are ready too, so they go to the lake. Dresden is waiting with the picnic blanket and hamper, the easel, a canvas and a box of art supplies. It should be warm enough , the sun out. Ballard sits watching the lake but not going near it* Dec 07 19:58:10 * Morgan thanks Dresden, letting him help get things setup before sending him off to have his own lunch Dec 07 20:00:13 *Florrie and Varick are exploring the picnic box when Morgan sees a clean-shaven Edward approaching from a distance* Dec 07 20:01:18 * Morgan moves away from the others toward Edward Dec 07 20:01:22 Thats better Dec 07 20:03:36 * Varick is now known as Edward Dec 07 20:03:42 * Edward looks tense Dec 07 20:03:47 I hope it’s enough Dec 07 20:04:00 At this point I'll take any progress Dec 07 20:05:57 * Edward nods Dec 07 20:07:17 I’m not used to my face making females cry *he sounds a little sardonic* Dec 07 20:07:31 * Morgan shrugs Dec 07 20:07:58 You get used to it. Go do some painting, but turned so she can see you. Dec 07 20:11:31 * Edward nods, heading over that way. He watches her with Varick Dec 07 20:11:44 She’s beautiful Dec 07 20:11:51 * Morgan nods Dec 07 20:12:02 Mirror doesn't do her justice does it Dec 07 20:13:50 * Edward shakes his head Dec 07 20:13:53 no Dec 07 20:14:33 * Edward quietly sits at the chair by the easel. Florrie is distracted by the food Dec 07 20:15:01 * Morgan pats his shoulder before wandering back over to the others and sitting down Dec 07 20:17:54 *Florrie shows Morgan* Look Ballhead, got apples Dec 07 20:18:43 Oooh lovely Dec 07 20:20:45 *Florrie looks round, seeing Edward* Dec 07 20:20:55 * Morgan watches her Dec 07 20:21:07 Proper mirror Vati is here, not hairy Vati Dec 07 20:23:20 *Florrie smiles* got Wolfie? Dec 07 20:23:45 I think so... Wolfie might be in the house, because Vati is painting, see? Dec 07 20:24:29 *Florrie nods. She looks at the apple in her hand* Dec 07 20:25:18 I'm going to take him some sandwiches Dec 07 20:25:27 F: I take apple? Dec 07 20:25:38 If you want to sweetheart Dec 07 20:25:46 * Morgan collects up a couple of sandwiches Dec 07 20:26:19 *Florrie waits for Morgan, still carrying the apple, and takes his other hand. Alice watches them but doesn’t interrupt* Dec 07 20:26:37 * Morgan walks her over to Edward Dec 07 20:26:47 Thought you'd like a sandwich... Dec 07 20:27:49 *Florrie stands slightly behind Morgan. Edward takes the sandwich. He’s not looking directly at the girl, but watching her peripherally* Thank you, brother Dec 07 20:28:18 * Morgan nods Dec 07 20:28:28 You're welcome. Do you have Wolfie with you? Dec 07 20:30:55 In my pocket, yes Dec 07 20:32:17 *Florrie looks up at Morgan a moment. It’s a little disorienting, seeing the girl who looks so much like his daughter and the man that took his daughter away so close together Dec 07 20:32:42 * Morgan swallows, looking down at her Dec 07 20:34:28 *Florrie lets go of his hand, taking a step forward and holding out the apple to Edward* Dec 07 20:35:42 * Morgan watches them Dec 07 20:36:48 * Edward watches her, smiling gently as he takes it “thank you, Princess. Did you make this?” Dec 07 20:37:58 *Florrie takes another step closer* No make. Make tree over there *she points off in the direction of the new tree* Dec 07 20:41:24 Make apples later? Dec 07 20:42:07 F: *she looks back to Morgan* I make apples today Dec 07 20:42:13 * Edward nods, smiling “I would like to see that” Dec 07 20:42:29 * Morgan nods Dec 07 20:42:51 Shall we take your Vati and Wolfie to eat with us and Varick and mama? Dec 07 20:43:04 *Florrie nods* Dec 07 20:44:40 Okay Dec 07 20:45:48 * Edward takes his food over to where Alice and Varick are. When he sits, Florrie sits too, but not in touching distance Dec 07 20:46:35 * Morgan leans over to Florrie, whispering "good girl. Love you" Dec 07 20:49:33 *Florrie nods. Food is given out, and she eats quietly. He can see how Edward watches her, that same expression of love he first saw the first time they met on the mirrors* Dec 07 20:50:19 * Morgan eats quietly Dec 07 20:52:18 *Alice watches the three of them as she eats* Dec 07 20:52:54 * Morgan looks at her for a moment questioningly Dec 07 20:56:00 *She mouths* will they be okay? Dec 07 20:57:01 * Morgan nods a little, mouthing 'think so' Dec 07 21:01:15 *Alice nods. The meal is quiet, not hugely tense. Edward doesn’t seem to have much to say for himself, and Florrie gradually shifts more towards him whenever she fidgets* Dec 07 21:02:28 * Morgan checks the time Dec 07 21:07:10 *it’s a quarter before one* Dec 07 21:08:38 * Morgan tales a moment to check the mirror Dec 07 21:14:41 *It says “Oh no! I wonder why, she has seemed so eager to see him! Mina has asked if I have heard, I have said it’s not been a very smooth start. She sends Edward her love, and to you, and hopes you’ll help him see sense over how awful his beard is, apparently! We are immediately off to Cafe Kareem for lunch, and then the dressmakers. I did, of course, take a few minutes for myself, thinking of you. I hope things improve, I am berating myself for leavi Dec 07 21:15:34 * Morgan packs it away, sighing Dec 07 21:18:36 is something amiss? Dec 07 21:19:07 No... I had hoped to speak to her, thats all... they're all fine Dec 07 21:22:07 I believe Mina had a busy day planned, as tomorrow will be taken up with Church Dec 07 21:22:21 * Morgan nods Dec 07 21:22:27 Lunch and dressmakers Dec 07 21:24:15 * Edward nods Dec 07 21:24:40 I can feel my pockets getting lighter by the minute Dec 07 21:25:18 * Morgan nods Dec 07 21:27:52 I think I might have a swim Dec 07 21:29:47 * Edward nods Dec 07 21:29:53 I think I won’t. Dec 07 21:31:40 * Morgan nods Dec 07 21:31:49 Its warmer than last time you practiced... Dec 07 21:35:55 I’m sure it is. Regardless I will stay on the shore Dec 07 21:36:11 * Morgan nods, getting up Dec 07 21:36:17 Would you like to swim Varick? Dec 07 21:36:53 *Varick nods* Dec 07 21:37:26 Come on then Dec 07 21:38:31 *Varick goes and gets in the lake happily. Alice moves to sit nearer Edward and Florrie* Dec 07 21:38:51 * Morgan moves to the lake, shedding his shirt before throwing himself into the water Dec 07 21:41:35 *the water isn’t as cool as he’d like, but it’ll do. Varick swims about, enjoying himself Dec 07 21:41:57 * Morgan splashes about with Varick for a few minutes Dec 07 21:43:00 *Florrie moved up to sit right next to Edward* Dec 07 21:44:16 * Morgan looks at them for a moment before swimming a bit further out, before setting to drifting on his back Dec 07 21:47:36 *it’s soothing, and then he hears the little tinkle of a wind chime* Dec 07 21:47:49 * Morgan looks round Dec 07 22:07:36 *As usual, he sees no sign of a windchime, but Florrie is holding Edward’s hand. His brother looks very moved by the first contact with his daughter* Dec 07 22:09:01 * Morgan nods slightly, taking a breath and dipping below the surface, staying under until his lungs start to scream (which for him is a long time) before bursting back to the surface Dec 07 22:11:23 *Varick is just swimming on the spot nearby* Dec 07 22:11:35 * Edward is now known as Varick Dec 07 22:11:39 You alright lad? Dec 07 22:11:53 I was getting a bit worried Dec 07 22:12:13 Sorry son... I can hold my breath a long time Dec 07 22:13:15 okay. Heinzharold came to eat our leftovers look Dec 07 22:13:23 * Morgan looks over Dec 07 22:14:31 *HH is rustling around in the hamper. Florrie is still sat with Edward, whose body language is protective, shielding Dec 07 22:14:49 You ready to get out? Dec 07 22:15:07 okay Dec 07 22:15:22 * Morgan swims for the shore Dec 07 22:15:38 * Varick does likewise Dec 07 22:16:49 * Morgan picks up his shirt, concentrating for a few moments, drying himself Dec 07 22:18:40 * Varick shakes off like a dog, like HH would, and the man in question laughs Dec 07 22:20:27 * Morgan pulls his shirt on, putting his arm around Varick and heading for the others Dec 07 22:22:47 *Edward looks like a person who has managed to tempt a small wild animal onto his lap, afraid to move too much incase it scares them away* Dec 07 22:25:38 * Morgan sits down Dec 07 22:25:41 How we doing? Dec 07 22:26:38 A: We’re okay Dec 07 22:27:51 * Morgan nods, looking to HeinzHarold Dec 07 22:27:56 House work going okay? Dec 07 22:29:15 *HH nods, stuffing a sandwich into his mouth* Yep, all good Dec 07 22:29:32 * Varick looks at the house Dec 07 22:29:41 Can we go in now? I’m cold Dec 07 22:30:01 * Morgan nods, concentrating on warming the air around the boy a little Dec 07 22:30:04 Aye, we can Dec 07 22:31:46 * Varick nods. They get packed up Dec 07 22:31:56 F: Ballhead carry Dec 07 22:32:37 Alright sweetheart Dec 07 22:34:56 * Varick calls Ballard, and Florrie holds her arms up Dec 07 22:35:53 * Morgan picks her up Dec 07 22:37:17 Come on then, lets get inside in the warm Dec 07 22:39:20 *They progress inside. In the hallway at the top of the main stairs, Edward says “I will see you all after quiet hour” Dec 07 22:39:47 * Morgan nods Dec 07 22:42:07 *Alice holds out her arms for Florrie* We’ll let you get dry, Morgan Dec 07 22:42:28 * Morgan nods, handing her over Dec 07 22:42:33 See you later Dec 07 22:43:54 *Alice nods, taking her in* Dec 07 22:44:15 HH: Don’ look at me, I got nowhere else t’ go Dec 07 22:44:28 * Morgan nods Dec 07 22:44:34 Come on Varick, lets get you warmed up Dec 07 22:45:23 * Varick goes into his own room with the dog. It doesn’t take long to get Varick ready for his nap, and soon the boy is snoozing, dog on the floor beside him Dec 07 22:45:27 * Varick is now known as HH Dec 07 22:46:03 * HH heads into Morgan’s room Dec 07 22:46:15 * Morgan wanders through, closing the door Dec 07 22:47:06 * HH looks him over Dec 07 22:47:15 hug, drink, coffee, bugger off? Dec 07 22:47:57 Yes, yes, yes, up to you Dec 07 22:49:54 * HH rings the bell to summon a tray, then offers him his flask Dec 07 22:50:21 * Morgan swigs it Dec 07 22:51:32 *it’s scotch* Dec 07 22:52:52 * Morgan takes another swig before handing it back Dec 07 22:53:37 * HH hugs him next Dec 07 22:55:14 * Morgan clings to him for several minutes Dec 07 22:56:22 * HH puts a hand on the back of his neck, quietly saying “it’s okay, kid” Dec 07 22:58:20 * Morgan lets out a few deep, slow breaths before letting go Dec 07 22:59:44 talk to me, man Dec 07 22:59:58 * Morgan sits in a chair Dec 07 23:00:17 I didn't think it'd be that hard... seeing them together Dec 07 23:01:03 * HH nods Dec 07 23:02:10 yeah, it’s surreal as hell Dec 07 23:02:27 * Morgan nods, scowling Dec 07 23:24:34 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client)