**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Dec 9 00:00:17 2023 Dec 09 00:00:17 * Morgan moves, holding him firmly at arms length Dec 09 00:01:20 I've seen a path where you poisoned yourself with them... I've seen one where you tried to immolate yourself... I've -felt- that. Dec 09 00:02:10 * Edward nods grimly Dec 09 00:03:08 yes Dec 09 00:03:35 please... don't make me feel that again Dec 09 00:05:23 * Edward nods Dec 09 00:05:39 I have too many responsibilities for that Dec 09 00:06:05 * Morgan looks at him seriously for a moment before nodding Dec 09 00:07:54 * Edward looks worn Dec 09 00:10:03 I won’t do that to any of you Dec 09 00:10:54 * Morgan nods Dec 09 00:11:15 good... because as hard as I've fought, -that- I could not forgive Dec 09 00:11:22 * Edward nods Dec 09 00:11:54 I cannot allow myself such an easy escape from the consequences Dec 09 00:14:02 * Morgan nods a little Dec 09 00:15:30 Do you understand more what it took to forgive you? Even at the point where I tried to reunite you with Mina? Dec 09 00:17:12 I have never not understood the pain and sacrifice you have gone through Dec 09 00:17:34 It is not... more visceral now? Dec 09 00:19:32 No. I have loved her for months. Dec 09 00:19:51 * Morgan nods, pulling Edward close enough to put his forehead to his brothers Dec 09 00:20:42 As difficult and painful as this is... I'm glad I made the decision to work to forgiving you. To not be cruel and have you wed Teresa Maubourg. Dec 09 00:22:25 * Edward groans “I’d forgotten all about her. I am glad you did too. You are a better man than I am Dec 09 00:23:07 I'm not sure that holds true Dec 09 00:25:52 It seems obvious to me Dec 09 00:26:20 You are not the same man you were... neither am I Dec 09 00:27:40 You would have a solution to help Mina, I do not. Dec 09 00:28:12 * Morgan holds his brothers head in place, kissing his forehead before letting him go Dec 09 00:28:50 All I can think of is to smother her with love until she is pregnant Dec 09 00:30:32 I have tried, brother. She cannot seem to let go of what she feels is my betrayal Dec 09 00:30:55 * Morgan nods Dec 09 00:31:50 Its difficult, even though she knows what you believed at the time... Dec 09 00:32:45 * Edward nods Dec 09 00:33:03 But Knows and Feels can be very different for women Dec 09 00:33:21 * Morgan nods Dec 09 00:33:27 Yeah... it is Dec 09 00:35:29 This is a problem you have with Molly also? Dec 09 00:35:51 Not often... less so since I stopped getting stuck in dreams... Dec 09 00:36:27 Have your dreams been gentler? Dec 09 00:37:29 Lately, yes... sort of feels like I'm missing something though Dec 09 00:38:18 why? Dec 09 00:40:05 Because of how often I've had them... and how often its given me insight or, more importantly, warning Dec 09 00:40:45 what are you dreaming now? Dec 09 00:41:18 What I assume are just normal dreams for most people Dec 09 00:42:38 * Edward nods Dec 09 00:42:50 I imagine that is a relief Dec 09 00:43:29 Mostly, yes... though I do feel a little guilty about some of them Dec 09 00:44:44 * Edward smiles faintly, taking out his flask Dec 09 00:44:47 such as? Dec 09 00:45:21 Uhhh... I had one where I was intimate with... someone else... Dec 09 00:46:35 * Edward nods Dec 09 00:46:46 That’s quite normal Dec 09 00:46:59 * Morgan nods Dec 09 00:47:15 I know its not a path or a warning... these dreams seem... hazy Dec 09 00:47:22 * Edward nods Dec 09 00:48:04 Mina dreamt last week that she was intimate with Wonks, and the next morning his leg grew back Dec 09 00:48:28 * Morgan mutters "wasn't his leg" before looking shocked at himself Dec 09 00:48:42 * Edward laughs Dec 09 00:49:18 He’d be good at doing the splits Dec 09 00:50:40 * Morgan nods Dec 09 00:51:44 No doubt Molly dreams such too Dec 09 00:52:00 * Morgan shrugs Dec 09 00:53:07 Not that she mentions Dec 09 00:53:26 No, I do not tell Mina either Dec 09 00:54:12 * Morgan nods Dec 09 00:54:58 She would be hurt rather than amused Dec 09 00:55:13 But she tells you... Dec 09 00:56:05 * Edward nods Dec 09 00:56:21 Because I know it means nothing Dec 09 00:56:40 But she would not feel that way Dec 09 00:57:37 No, not after all the other women I’ve known Dec 09 00:57:53 * Morgan nods Dec 09 00:59:10 The difference between feeling and knowing I suppose Dec 09 00:59:49 * Edward nods Dec 09 01:00:31 Indeed. She knows how frequently I dreamt of her in our years in the wilderness, that satisfies her Dec 09 01:01:34 * Morgan nods Dec 09 01:01:37 Small mercies Dec 09 01:03:55 * Edward nods, sipping some before offering it to Morgan Dec 09 01:04:24 Inga, was it? Or Stef, you and she are close Dec 09 01:04:36 * Morgan sips it Dec 09 01:04:53 I'v'e never dreamt of Stef. On that occasion, it was Inga Dec 09 01:27:29 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 09 02:06:10 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Dec 09 11:34:57 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Dec 09 15:09:10 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 09 15:09:22 * Molly is now known as Edward Dec 09 15:10:36 The difference between feeling and knowing I suppose Dec 09 15:10:36 * Edward nods Dec 09 15:10:36 Indeed. She knows how frequently I dreamt of her in our years in the wilderness, that satisfies her Dec 09 15:10:36 * Morgan nods Dec 09 15:10:36 Small mercies Dec 09 15:10:39 * Edward nods, sipping some before offering it to Morgan Dec 09 15:10:41 Inga, was it? Or Stef, you and she are close Dec 09 15:10:43 * Morgan sips it Dec 09 15:10:45 I'v'e never dreamt of Stef. On that occasion, it was Inga Dec 09 15:14:03 * Edward nods “did you keep that to yourself?” Dec 09 15:14:20 * Morgan nods Dec 09 15:14:23 Yes, I did Dec 09 15:16:38 * Edward nods Dec 09 15:16:49 nick good will come of it Dec 09 15:16:53 no* Dec 09 15:20:04 No... Dec 09 15:21:23 * Edward nods slowly, looking around Dec 09 15:21:39 I should have waited to give up the cigars until after this Dec 09 15:23:35 That may have made sense Dec 09 15:26:22 * Edward nods, hands in his pockets Dec 09 15:26:40 I thought it might be tough, but it’s much worse Dec 09 15:26:48 * Morgan nods Dec 09 15:26:55 Its much harder than I expected as well Dec 09 15:29:25 * Edward nods grimly Dec 09 15:30:06 I will leave for Kiev if you wish, and take Hospitality from Maubourg Dec 09 15:31:10 And leave you with no support? No. Dec 09 15:34:06 I could go to Sudlachenburg, go to Mother Dec 09 15:37:18 And what, Edward? Travel all night to spend the day with your daughter before travelling all night to go back? Dec 09 15:38:21 I don’t know. I just don’t know. Dec 09 15:40:35 You're staying here Dec 09 15:41:53 And you? Dec 09 15:42:01 Its my house, I'm not leaving Dec 09 15:44:10 * Edward nods Dec 09 15:45:38 I will not leave you to deal with this alone Dec 09 15:46:33 You should not have to deal with this, it is not on you, it is on me. Dec 09 15:47:38 We both bear responsibility for what happened. Dec 09 15:50:54 * Edward shakes his head “Normally, I will accept that. Not today.” Dec 09 15:51:18 That is also not your decision to make Dec 09 15:52:26 You cannot make me accept anything, Morgan. Dec 09 15:56:20 No... I can't. I don't want to fight with you, but its important Dec 09 15:59:37 * Edward nods slightly “I do not know how to go on now” Dec 09 15:59:59 With what, specifically? Dec 09 16:02:29 You and I, she and I Dec 09 16:03:32 You are going to get to know your daughter. You're going to let her get to know you. It will hurt terribly when it is time to part ways, but it will not be the end. Dec 09 16:06:50 * Edward ‘s jaw tightens Dec 09 16:06:52 alright Dec 09 16:07:36 Don't let it hold you back from experiencing this time with her. She deserves better. Dec 09 16:09:26 yes, she does Dec 09 16:09:56 As for you and I... does my being here despite the pain I'm feeling not say everything that needs to be said? Dec 09 16:11:38 * Edward nods Dec 09 16:11:41 it does Dec 09 16:12:03 * Morgan nods Dec 09 16:12:15 good Dec 09 16:13:42 * Edward nods Dec 09 16:14:05 I should have brought Mina and left her in Kiev instead Dec 09 16:14:55 I don't know... yes, you'd have her to support you but... how upsetting would she find this? On top of her upset at the whole situation Dec 09 16:17:18 I meant so Molly would be here for you Dec 09 16:17:36 * Morgan nods a little Dec 09 16:17:48 It is what it is Dec 09 16:20:56 * Edward drinks more whiskey before offering it back Dec 09 16:21:12 * Morgan takes it, drinking some Dec 09 16:23:43 * Edward goes to look from the window, his back to Morgan Dec 09 16:23:54 * Morgan watches him Dec 09 16:27:31 * Edward just stands stock still quietly Dec 09 16:29:07 Do you wish me to leave you? Dec 09 16:30:25 Go and take care of yourself, brother. You have your friends and Varick here. I am extremely poor company right now Dec 09 16:30:43 You are my brother. I will not leave you in need Dec 09 16:32:48 You are also in need, and they can help you Dec 09 16:33:10 You labour under the illusion that you are not capable of that Dec 09 16:34:48 I am not. What more can I say? I cannot go back and undo it Dec 09 16:35:12 * Morgan moves to sit in a chair Dec 09 16:35:27 I know that. I know how you regret it. Dec 09 16:36:57 * Edward nods Dec 09 16:37:06 I do Dec 09 16:39:16 We cannot change the actions either of us took. There is little point in dragging ourselves over that ground over and over. Dec 09 16:40:44 And we have not been, but today that is harder Dec 09 16:41:51 Yes it is. But it gains us nothing. Dec 09 16:43:24 no, it does not, but as you say, it is what it is. Dec 09 16:43:51 The choice we face right now... is whether or not we will behave as the brothers we wish to be Dec 09 16:45:36 indeed Dec 09 16:46:35 That is your choice... do you wish to send me away? Dec 09 16:47:43 I am not sending you, but I care that you get the support you deserve Dec 09 16:48:02 Then your choice is whether or not you give me that support Dec 09 16:49:49 * Edward looks over his shoulder Dec 09 16:50:20 I do not know how to do that, Morgan. What does a murderer say to the family of his victims to support them? Dec 09 16:51:19 I've asked you before... but I'm going to ask it again... if you could have seen any other way, would you still have chosen the path you did? Dec 09 16:53:24 No Dec 09 16:53:58 A murderer would. Dec 09 16:56:15 maybe Dec 09 16:58:02 * Morgan shakes his head Dec 09 16:58:32 You were a trapped, scared boy. Dec 09 17:01:02 * Edward nods “But that is not good enough” Dec 09 17:02:22 No... the fact you did not have the support to see another way out was not good enough... nor was being put in that position by arrogance. Dec 09 17:05:48 * Edward sighs Dec 09 17:09:52 Was it cruelty or desperation? Dec 09 17:10:15 You already know this. Dec 09 17:10:35 * Morgan nods Dec 09 17:10:59 I do... and you hold yourself in contempt as if it were the former Dec 09 17:13:37 As you would also, had it been you. Dec 09 17:14:22 So let me tell you about cruelty... there would be no remorse, there would be no efforts to make things right... you would not care. Dec 09 17:16:11 I know Dec 09 17:16:34 * Morgan holds his hand out for the flask Dec 09 17:19:36 * Edward does it up and then throws it to him Dec 09 17:20:07 * Morgan catches it, taking a large drink Dec 09 17:20:15 Tell me a secret Dec 09 17:21:57 A secret? about what? Dec 09 17:22:02 * Morgan shrugs Dec 09 17:22:09 Anything Dec 09 17:26:59 * Edward tries to think of something Dec 09 17:27:47 * Morgan waits quietly Dec 09 17:29:33 I cannot think of something that I have not or would not tell you... Dec 09 17:35:59 * Morgan nods alright Dec 09 17:36:23 Oh, I know. Zench is thinking of converting to Vaticine. I have been asked not to tell anyone, not Heidi or Mina. Dec 09 17:36:59 * Morgan nods Dec 09 17:37:01 pity Dec 09 17:40:12 I doubt he will. It will cause too much unrest, but to make her happy... we’ll, you know how it is for some men Dec 09 17:40:44 * Morgan nods Dec 09 17:41:03 I do like the idea of a secular service... it would be entertaining to hear the howls Dec 09 17:42:45 * Edward nods Dec 09 17:42:54 why do you need to know a secret? Dec 09 17:43:24 * Morgan shrugs Dec 09 17:43:30 I don't know. I just... did. Dec 09 17:43:40 * Edward smiles slightly Dec 09 17:43:48 Right, then you should tell me one Dec 09 17:44:40 * Morgan drinks again Dec 09 17:45:36 You recall around Dietlinde's birthday, I wentback to the Rose with Sorgi... on the way, you encountered that Freiarrin who had died in the house fire? Dec 09 17:46:10 Yes Dec 09 17:46:39 * Morgan empties the flask Dec 09 17:46:43 That was my doing Dec 09 17:46:56 * Edward frowns a little Dec 09 17:47:10 what happened? You lost control of it? Dec 09 17:47:41 No. She was dead before the fire started Dec 09 17:49:26 * Edward nods again Dec 09 17:49:38 Who were you covering up for? Dec 09 17:50:54 No-one. I encountered some men raping a woman... they were the Freiarrins rent collectors. If tenants did not have money, punishment was exacted. Dec 09 17:52:20 * Edward nods Dec 09 17:52:34 Did you go to confront her? Dec 09 17:52:44 * Morgan nods Dec 09 17:53:14 After hearing a few things, I wanted her to feel the fear her tenants did... she had no remorse. Referred to the women as broodmares for further generations of rent payers. Dec 09 17:54:31 * Edward looks disgusted Dec 09 17:54:55 That is unacceptable. Dec 09 17:55:01 * Morgan nods Dec 09 17:55:41 I killed her Dec 09 17:56:05 * Edward nods solemnly Dec 09 17:56:18 I see. That must have weighed heavy Dec 09 17:56:23 * Morgan nods Dec 09 17:56:41 Terribly. Less so since finding out the depth of her cruelty Dec 09 17:58:29 Her crimes were many? Dec 09 17:59:04 The tally of those who suffered because of her... a hundred and three women, fifty two girls and three toddlers. Dec 09 18:01:22 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:01:33 It was right to bring that to an end. Dec 09 18:01:44 -that- was cruelty. Dec 09 18:01:53 She felt no remorse Dec 09 18:02:09 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:02:17 Yet you did Dec 09 18:02:31 * Morgan nods Dec 09 18:02:36 I thought myself a monster Dec 09 18:04:13 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:04:45 Having reasons does not change that we fundamentally feel the weight of the deaths on us Dec 09 18:12:26 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 09 18:28:42 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 09 18:29:11 Yet you did Dec 09 18:29:11 * Morgan nods Dec 09 18:29:11 I thought myself a monster Dec 09 18:29:11 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:29:11 Having reasons does not change that we fundamentally feel the weight of the deaths on us Dec 09 18:29:21 * Morgan nods Dec 09 18:29:48 * Molly is now known as Edward Dec 09 18:29:51 I still feel... bad about what I did... Dec 09 18:31:36 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:31:54 Do you ask yourself “What could I have done differently?” Dec 09 18:32:45 Yes... but I know there is little I could have done Dec 09 18:35:29 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:37:19 But it is little comfort sometimes? Dec 09 18:37:33 Sometimes, yes. But I try all the same Dec 09 18:40:11 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:41:14 You have done well to keep it secret Dec 09 18:41:27 * Morgan shrugs Dec 09 18:41:31 Only those I trust know Dec 09 18:44:09 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:44:28 I see. This was many months ago now... Dec 09 18:44:35 * Morgan nods Dec 09 18:44:45 We were not where we are now. Dec 09 18:46:05 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:46:18 I was under the impression we became that close in Graben Dec 09 18:46:41 * Morgan nods Dec 09 18:47:09 We had more important things on our minds... and... frankly, no-one knew then Dec 09 18:48:27 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:49:04 Is there anything else you are holding back from telling me? Dec 09 18:49:40 * Morgan frowns Dec 09 18:50:23 Yes... neither of which make any difference to anything Dec 09 18:52:05 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:52:53 Have you heard whether Mimi is well? Dec 09 18:55:00 I've not checked. Figured they were going to be... look, I'd shut away what I did, didn't give it another thought until our way back when the carriage broke an axle. The ladies and Varick went on and were sheltered while I helped with the carriage. When I caught up, it was -the- woman. Dec 09 18:55:57 * Edward nods seriously Dec 09 18:56:02 Is she well? Dec 09 18:56:07 * Morgan nods Dec 09 18:56:57 Much healed. I tortured myself over it until Molly practically dragged me to the Nieblungen to demonstrate I was not the cruel monster I was believing Dec 09 18:58:19 * Edward nods Dec 09 18:58:24 I am glad she did Dec 09 18:58:33 * Morgan nods Dec 09 18:58:53 And then... I was sailing, it was not on my mind. I've not even thought of it until today Dec 09 19:00:22 * Edward nods Dec 09 19:00:38 I understand, you were not purposefully withholding it from me Dec 09 19:01:40 No, exactly. What I -am- keeping from you... one is a private, intimate nature... Dec 09 19:01:49 * Edward smiles Dec 09 19:02:21 Some of those secrets protect our ladies’ modesties, I know Dec 09 19:02:27 * Morgan nods Dec 09 19:02:29 Exactly Dec 09 19:02:57 I have told you more about Mina than I would even tell my friends Dec 09 19:03:14 * Morgan nods Dec 09 19:03:24 Only you and HeinzHarold know about... what I asked... Dec 09 19:05:29 * Edward nods Dec 09 19:05:45 It will never pass my lips Dec 09 19:05:53 * Morgan nods Dec 09 19:05:54 I know Dec 09 19:06:14 * Edward smiles slightly “no pun intended, of course “ Dec 09 19:06:45 Of course Dec 09 19:10:20 * Edward nods “I presume things need to change now she is enciente, as Mimi calls it” Dec 09 19:10:30 Apparently not Dec 09 19:13:15 I was under the impression that expecting mother should be treated more gently and be prevailed upon less Dec 09 19:13:58 well... that has not been the case for us, though, granted, we were unaware but it has had no ill effects... and the Capeprlucians -really- know their stuff Dec 09 19:15:24 * Edward nods Dec 09 19:15:50 Is Molly learned in these things from her time there? Dec 09 19:16:11 * Morgan nods Dec 09 19:16:31 She has also got a book on pregnancy from them. Its quite comprehensive Dec 09 19:18:01 * Edward nods Dec 09 19:18:56 I will rely n her wisdom when the time comes, though I imagine Mimi will be more inclined to do things in a traditional manner, especially after what happened with her mother Dec 09 19:19:06 * Morgan nods Dec 09 19:19:27 We will aid you in any way we can, of course. I would still like to provide a crib and chair Dec 09 19:20:18 * Edward nods Dec 09 19:20:24 We would treasure it Dec 09 19:21:25 * Morgan nods Dec 09 19:21:30 I've got a little while to make them Dec 09 19:22:58 * Edward nods Dec 09 19:23:28 Will you and Molly still attend the birth? Dec 09 19:24:11 I imagine so... though if what I've seen holds true, it'll be a -lot- of travelling Dec 09 19:26:27 Our children will not be many months apart, and Mina will not be travelling for Prophets Mass Dec 09 19:27:07 I know Dec 09 19:29:50 But yours would be very young to travel in December Dec 09 19:30:06 * Morgan nods Dec 09 19:30:07 indeed Dec 09 19:30:20 Though keeping warm will not be an issue Dec 09 19:30:42 * Edward nods Dec 09 19:31:22 *the complication is more that Inga will be due in early December* Dec 09 19:32:13 * Morgan nods slightly to himself Dec 09 19:32:18 We will have to see how the land lies Dec 09 19:33:03 * Edward nods Dec 09 19:34:02 Maybe Alice could bring Florrie to Graben... Dec 09 19:34:19 * Morgan shrugs noncommittally Dec 09 19:34:28 I think it a little early to be thinking something like that Dec 09 19:37:01 I know, but I have hopes of one day spending Prophets Mass with her Dec 09 19:37:18 * Morgan nods Dec 09 19:37:23 That'd be wonderful Dec 09 19:38:50 * Edward nods Dec 09 19:39:12 I fail to see how, as yet Dec 09 19:39:36 * Morgan shrugs Dec 09 19:39:44 You need to not push it Dec 09 19:41:49 I am aware. My relationship with her hinges on juggling the wants and needs of both Mina and Alice. My own are far from the forefront Dec 09 19:42:12 * Morgan nods Dec 09 19:42:15 I know Dec 09 19:43:31 it is frustrating Dec 09 19:43:57 Oh god yes Dec 09 19:46:25 None of this is how I would have it go Dec 09 19:47:06 No... but it is one of those times neither you nor I are in charge Dec 09 19:47:33 Yes, and that goes against the natural order of things Dec 09 19:47:50 Its perfectly natural in Capperlucia Dec 09 19:48:13 they do not even follow Theus there Dec 09 19:48:25 No, they don't Dec 09 19:49:14 their version of natural is not the right one, according to our faith Dec 09 19:49:35 Ours is not, according to theirs Dec 09 19:50:43 I hope they have not swayed you, brother Dec 09 19:51:21 * Morgan smiles a little Dec 09 19:51:55 My faith is strong, though I still rail against how He abandons us Dec 09 19:58:36 * Edward nods Dec 09 19:59:25 it isn’t easy to follow when we do not understand why Dec 09 19:59:58 * Morgan nods Dec 09 20:00:01 It feels cruel Dec 09 20:01:57 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:02:11 Just as Father’s did when we were children Dec 09 20:02:25 * Morgan frowns Dec 09 20:02:31 I didn't know that Dec 09 20:04:21 what? Dec 09 20:04:47 oh... thats not what you meant Dec 09 20:06:32 what wasn’t? Dec 09 20:06:51 I thought you meant his faith had waned Dec 09 20:07:51 * Edward shakes his head Dec 09 20:07:59 I doubt his ever has Dec 09 20:08:10 * Morgan nods Dec 09 20:08:15 That must be nice Dec 09 20:08:53 it is just as fundamental to me as the sun rising and setting Dec 09 20:09:22 * Morgan nods Dec 09 20:09:27 I envy you Dec 09 20:10:11 just in that, or in other things too? *he chuckles* Dec 09 20:10:19 Like? Dec 09 20:13:25 My stylishness, and my archery skills Dec 09 20:13:56 * Morgan nods Dec 09 20:14:08 Your ease with dealing with people, your charm... Dec 09 20:15:23 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:15:51 My bedroom skills... Dec 09 20:16:03 Ah, I'm good with mine Dec 09 20:16:59 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:19:06 will you be present this afternoon? Dec 09 20:19:21 * Morgan shrugs Dec 09 20:19:38 I don't know. I think maybe time for just the three of you would be a good idea Dec 09 20:21:40 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:22:11 That may be easier for you? Dec 09 20:22:20 Might well be Dec 09 20:24:00 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:24:28 Will you be at dinner? Dec 09 20:24:59 I think so Dec 09 20:26:16 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:26:32 If you want Varick to stay with us, we can do that Dec 09 20:26:50 * Morgan nods Dec 09 20:26:58 I'll think about it. I might take him to work on the house Dec 09 20:28:00 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:28:14 whatever suits Dec 09 20:28:59 * Morgan nods, getting up Dec 09 20:29:06 As far as I am concerned... we are alright Dec 09 20:31:32 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:31:38 I am grateful Dec 09 20:31:51 * Morgan shrugs Dec 09 20:31:54 You're stuck with me Dec 09 20:33:51 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:34:01 it appears so Dec 09 20:34:29 * Morgan nods, looking at Edward Dec 09 20:34:45 You are... pleased with the progress that was made? Dec 09 20:37:22 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:37:41 I never thought it could be the beard. I thought it was quite handsome Dec 09 20:38:24 I wonder if it was the change that threw her... or maybe... she and Mina happen to agree about it Dec 09 20:39:30 Mimi wasn’t a fan... She said it was too rough for soft skin Dec 09 20:40:01 * Morgan nods Dec 09 20:42:20 * Edward smiles ruefully Dec 09 20:42:34 I no longer even get to control my own face Dec 09 20:43:20 You're married, you should have realised that already Dec 09 20:45:57 Mimi is generally a compliant First Officer, except in matters of facial hair and previous offspring Dec 09 20:46:14 * Morgan nods Dec 09 20:47:33 Hopefully before too much longer the latter will be less of an issue for her Dec 09 20:48:32 But I should give up on my beard dreams forever? Dec 09 20:48:41 * Morgan nods Dec 09 20:48:46 I would if I were you Dec 09 20:49:01 Well done, by the way Dec 09 20:49:22 with? Dec 09 20:49:45 Letting her come to you. I remember how difficult that was for me, and no doubt that pales in comparison Dec 09 20:52:24 It’s easier to be patient now than regretful later Dec 09 20:52:36 Yes... but that patience was quite the test Dec 09 20:54:31 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:54:49 I hope that once she is used to me it will be easier Dec 09 20:55:01 * Morgan nods Dec 09 20:55:07 Just have to see how it goes Dec 09 20:56:37 * Edward nods Dec 09 20:57:33 If you are leaving a note for Molly, can you ask her to pass on my love to Mina? Dec 09 20:57:39 * Morgan nods Dec 09 20:57:41 Of course Dec 09 20:57:51 She sent her love, but it seemed the wrong time to say so earlier Dec 09 21:00:11 * Edward nods Dec 09 21:00:18 As long as she is well Dec 09 21:00:31 * Morgan nods Dec 09 21:00:35 I'll see you later Dec 09 21:02:37 * Edward nods Dec 09 21:02:51 Thank you for coming to support me Dec 09 21:03:18 * Morgan looks at him solemnly Dec 09 21:03:23 Always, Edward. Dec 09 21:05:17 * Edward nods Dec 09 21:06:38 * Morgan nods before quietly leaving the room, taking a few deep breaths before making his way back to his own room Dec 09 21:08:44 *HH is fast asleep on Morgan’s bed* Dec 09 21:09:10 * Morgan quietly gets the mirror to check it Dec 09 21:11:16 *there’s nothing new, they must still be shopping* Dec 09 21:12:07 * Morgan quietly takes a cup of the coffee and sits in a chair, looking out the window Dec 09 21:13:24 *he hears the clock chime for two* Dec 09 21:13:42 * Morgan sighs, checking the mirror again before nudging HeinzHarold Dec 09 21:16:35 *there’s still nothing new* Dec 09 21:16:39 * Edward is now known as HH Dec 09 21:16:56 c’mon lil darlin, we did it three times already Dec 09 21:17:11 * Morgan rolls his eyes Dec 09 21:17:16 Come on, time to work Dec 09 21:19:03 * HH stretches Dec 09 21:19:10 damn, that time already?! Dec 09 21:19:15 * Morgan nods Dec 09 21:19:17 aye Dec 09 21:21:12 * HH stands up Dec 09 21:21:21 you see him? Dec 09 21:21:25 * Morgan nods Dec 09 21:21:27 Was difficult Dec 09 21:23:30 * HH nods Dec 09 21:23:39 He struggling? Dec 09 21:23:46 Oh god yeah Dec 09 21:25:29 * HH nods Dec 09 21:26:12 It’s hard to have sympathy, but I wouldn’ wanna be in his shoes Dec 09 21:26:30 * Morgan Nods Dec 09 21:26:36 He still hates himself for what he did Dec 09 21:26:55 * HH nods Dec 09 21:27:13 as reasons go to hate yerself, it’s a goodun Dec 09 21:27:42 Yeah... but he was just a kid himself, who couldn't see any other way Dec 09 21:30:12 yeah, guess so. You pair good? Dec 09 21:30:21 * Morgan nods Dec 09 21:30:24 I think so, yeah Dec 09 21:32:36 * HH nods Dec 09 21:32:47 You’ve come a long way man Dec 09 21:33:19 * Morgan nods Dec 09 21:33:27 Much much further than I ever expected Dec 09 21:35:09 * HH nods Dec 09 21:35:19 be a shame to lose ground now Dec 09 21:35:28 Yes... it would Dec 09 21:37:31 * HH nods Dec 09 21:37:40 you headed to the nursery? Dec 09 21:38:14 Yeah, its about time Varick gets up Dec 09 21:41:04 I meant t’ spend the afternoon with Florrie Dec 09 21:41:19 Oh... no... I don't know what they've got planned Dec 09 21:44:41 You want comp’ny? we could take Varick and Ballard out, climb some trees an stuff? Dec 09 21:44:52 Figured you'd want to get on with work Dec 09 21:48:09 I’m happy to come keep you company, man Dec 09 21:48:28 * Morgan nods, moving through to wake Varick Dec 09 21:51:57 *Varick is soon gotten up and ready to go out. it’s turned warmer, and they have the company of the dog, cat, and Bir flying around over head. HH whistles happily, and Varick darts about looking for bugs and insects. If it wasn’t for the stress of the day, it’s be a very nice afternoon with his best friend and son Dec 09 21:52:18 * Morgan tries very hard to relax Dec 09 21:53:53 How’dya reckon our girls are doin? Dec 09 21:54:20 Fine I imagine. You know what women are like with dress shopping Dec 09 21:57:38 * HH nods Dec 09 21:58:04 Still tryinna picture the scene of the five of them in a lingerie shop Dec 09 21:58:32 Don't think about that -too- hard Dec 09 22:00:11 * HH sniggers Dec 09 22:00:21 not like -that-, man Dec 09 22:00:28 Uh huh Dec 09 22:02:38 More the look on Claudia’s face when they’re all giggling over what to buy, and Uinise is no doubt being really blunt Dec 09 22:03:18 * Morgan nods Dec 09 22:03:24 Oh that'll be priceless Dec 09 22:04:40 * HH chuckles Dec 09 22:06:24 Yep. Uinise would be like “Clowdia, do you like this pink one? Or do you like the blue one?”. Inga would be tryinna distract Mina, Molly would be tryinna gently and quietly remind Uinise about that being not normal here, meanwhile they got armfuls of silky lacy stuff everywhere! Dec 09 22:06:52 * Morgan nods Dec 09 22:07:00 Remind me to ask if thats what happens when they get back Dec 09 22:09:05 * HH nods Dec 09 22:10:01 Other option is them all tryin stuff on and then standing around tellin each other how pretty they look in it *he grins* Dec 09 22:10:17 Like I said, don't think about that too hard Dec 09 22:31:03 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 09 23:11:43 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep)