**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Mon Dec 11 00:13:01 2023 Dec 11 00:13:01 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Dec 11 09:24:12 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Dec 11 10:12:03 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 11 10:12:28 summat goes wrong, I wanna hug her, summat goes right, I wanna see the joy in her. when Dec 11 10:12:28 I can’t make a decision, I wanna get her input Dec 11 10:12:28 * Morgan nods Dec 11 10:12:28 As it should be Dec 11 10:12:28 guess I didn’ really get what marriage would do for me. I was quite happy as I was Dec 11 10:12:29 But you are much happier now... and you've matured... mostly. Dec 11 10:12:31 I don’t wanna get old and dull anyway. Inga loves me as I am Dec 11 10:12:33 * Morgan nods Dec 11 10:12:35 Yes, she does, completely Dec 11 10:15:31 * Molly is now known as HH Dec 11 10:15:45 we off to church tomorrow? Dec 11 10:15:54 * Morgan nods Dec 11 10:15:56 Yes, we are Dec 11 10:16:27 all of us? Dec 11 10:16:48 I'm' not going to drag Alice and Florrie along Dec 11 10:17:21 will he? Dec 11 10:17:38 I'm not sure Dec 11 10:18:41 outta yer control? Dec 11 10:19:34 I could probably make him... but to what end? His whole world has shifted, I'm not sure being dragged to church and being on show will help Dec 11 10:20:18 * HH nods Dec 11 10:20:28 Mebbie he’d be better here? Dec 11 10:20:33 I think so Dec 11 10:21:12 wait an see then? Dec 11 10:21:26 * Morgan nods Dec 11 10:21:31 Yeah... I'll ask him later Dec 11 10:22:54 * HH nods Dec 11 10:23:04 not avoiding him? Dec 11 10:24:13 I don't see that'll really help either f us Dec 11 10:24:27 * HH nods Dec 11 10:24:30 agreed Dec 11 10:25:50 * Morgan nods Dec 11 10:27:59 *Varick gets them playing in the stream with the dog, and when they go back in for his tea Dresden is waiting for him* D: M-my Lord, I was asked to tell y-y-you Florrie was looking for y-you Dec 11 10:28:40 Alright. I'll go find her, thank you Dec 11 10:30:10 * HH looks at him when Dresden goes Dec 11 10:30:15 Gonn be okay? Dec 11 10:30:26 Guess we'll find out soon Dec 11 10:32:10 want me t’ see if she can come have tea with Varick? Dec 11 10:32:27 No... its fine, I'll ask while I'm there Dec 11 10:33:10 * HH nods Dec 11 10:33:14 okay man Dec 11 10:33:36 Would you help Varick get cleaned up for his tea? Dec 11 10:35:35 * HH takes him into the bathroom in Morgan’s room Dec 11 10:35:48 * Morgan heads for the nursery Dec 11 10:37:10 * HH is now known as Florrie Dec 11 10:37:39 * Florrie and Alice are in here, but there’s no sign of Edward Dec 11 10:38:20 Hello sweetheart Dec 11 10:39:44 * Florrie comes to hug him Dec 11 10:39:50 where been Ballhead? Dec 11 10:39:56 * Morgan gets down to hug her Dec 11 10:40:20 I've been out with Varick and HeinzHarold for a walk Dec 11 10:40:48 I walk? Dec 11 10:41:09 Its nearly teatime sweetheart. Maybe tomorrow Dec 11 10:43:44 * Florrie nods, holding tight Dec 11 10:43:53 Ballhead stay here? Dec 11 10:44:24 Shall we have tea together, you, Varick, me, mama and your Vati? Dec 11 10:49:23 Vati go walk Dec 11 10:49:34 Did he... oh right Dec 11 10:50:10 A: He said he needed a bit of fresh air Dec 11 10:50:21 * Morgan nods Dec 11 10:50:36 Its a lot... Dec 11 10:52:07 A lot of Florrie? Dec 11 10:52:29 * Morgan strokes her hair Dec 11 10:52:40 Its a big change sweetheart, thats all Dec 11 10:53:56 * Florrie does the same to h8m Dec 11 10:57:20 we see Wolfie Dec 11 10:57:28 Did you? Dec 11 10:58:28 Wolfie eat pigs Dec 11 10:58:47 * Morgan nods Dec 11 10:58:56 Wolfie gets hungry Dec 11 10:59:19 not eat pigs! poor pigs Dec 11 10:59:53 Need to build better houses, don't they Dec 11 11:00:26 * Florrie nods Dec 11 11:00:45 house of brambles. Dec 11 11:08:34 Brambles? Dec 11 11:09:32 Brambles stop Wolfie, not straw Dec 11 11:09:41 Do they? Dec 11 11:10:46 could do Dec 11 11:11:08 * Morgan nods Dec 11 11:11:12 Makes sense Dec 11 11:15:28 * Florrie nods Dec 11 11:16:53 where Varick? Dec 11 11:17:04 Getting ready for tea sweetheart Dec 11 11:18:09 Varick come eat? Dec 11 11:18:36 * Morgan nods Dec 11 11:18:55 I'll go get cleaned up and bring him for tea Dec 11 11:19:14 ok Dec 11 11:21:17 Alright sweetheart... we'll be back in a little bit Dec 11 11:22:00 * Florrie nods, going to help Alice with the little table Dec 11 11:22:21 * Morgan gets up, going to get cleaned up and fetch Varick Dec 11 11:25:02 * Florrie tells Varick all about Wolfie during tea, and then they have a bath. Edward appears just as they are getting dried Dec 11 11:25:29 * Florrie is now known as Edward Dec 11 11:25:47 I thought I’d see if Florrie wanted me to say goodnight Dec 11 11:26:29 * Morgan looks over at Alice Dec 11 11:27:09 *Alice nods* Dec 11 11:27:46 Alright then, I'll take Varick to get settled for bed Dec 11 11:35:16 * Edward nods solemnly “I’ll see you at dinner?” Dec 11 11:35:40 * Morgan nods, looking at Florrie Dec 11 11:35:43 Goodnight sweetheart Dec 11 11:37:17 *Florrie comes to hug him* night love you Dec 11 11:37:37 I love you too sweetheart.Sleep well Dec 11 11:38:23 * Edward is now known as Varick Dec 11 11:38:31 * Varick goes to get ready Dec 11 11:38:42 Vati, why is Uncle Edward sad? Dec 11 11:39:06 Who says he's sad? Dec 11 11:40:27 he looked sad to me Dec 11 11:40:34 * Morgan nods Dec 11 11:40:49 I think maybe he's sad at how much he's missed with Florrie Dec 11 11:42:11 oh... are you sad how much you missed with me? Dec 11 11:42:32 * Morgan nods Dec 11 11:42:47 But we're already making up for that time Dec 11 11:43:34 Florrie and Uncle Edward will do that too Dec 11 11:43:41 * Morgan nods Dec 11 11:43:42 I think so Dec 11 11:46:10 I am happy Florrie has a daddy now. All children deserve a daddy Dec 11 11:46:38 * Morgan nods Dec 11 11:46:41 Yes, they do Dec 11 11:48:48 Now Florrie has a good daddy, but not as good as mine Dec 11 11:48:51 * Varick smiles Dec 11 11:49:03 * Morgan smiles, kissing Varicks crown Dec 11 11:51:20 Best not say that to Florrie... wouldn't want to start an argument Dec 11 12:00:26 /me nods Dec 11 12:00:38 Florrie argues a lot Dec 11 12:01:17 She finds it difficult when her ideas are challenged Dec 11 12:04:43 why do girls do that? Dec 11 12:05:02 I think its more to do with how her mind works... its a little different to most people Dec 11 12:25:59 * Varick has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 11 12:34:00 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 11 12:34:07 I think its more to do with how her mind works... its a little different to most people Dec 11 12:34:22 * Molly is now known as Varick Dec 11 12:34:31 * Varick gets into bed Dec 11 12:34:44 when is Mama coming home? Dec 11 12:34:52 A few more days Dec 11 12:35:11 it’s a very long time. Dec 11 12:35:30 * Morgan nods Dec 11 12:35:34 Certainly feels that way Dec 11 12:36:45 I only didn’t see her this long when you had honeymoon Dec 11 12:36:56 * Morgan nods Dec 11 12:37:13 Its not too much longer now Dec 11 12:38:18 * Varick nods, sighing Dec 11 12:38:23 okay Vati Dec 11 12:40:18 * Morgan gets him into his bed Dec 11 12:40:49 *Maggie comes in* Dec 11 12:40:56 goodnight Vati Dec 11 12:41:09 Goodnight son Dec 11 12:41:19 * Morgan strokes his hair a moment before nodding to Maggie and leaving the room Dec 11 12:42:23 *it’s all quiet* Dec 11 12:42:56 * Morgan gets himself properly cleaned up Dec 11 12:47:03 *by the time he is out, Dresden has hung up neatly pressed clothing, including new smart trousers Dec 11 12:47:19 * Morgan smiles, getting dressed Dec 11 12:49:03 *they are an excellent fit* Dec 11 12:49:44 * Morgan checks his reflection before going to check the mirror to see if Molly has left a note Dec 11 12:53:23 *it says Six: We have returned from shopping and sightseeing! It has certainly been a long afternoon. There’s much I’d like to talk to you about, and to see how you are. Will you be here at nine, unless you need to be with Edward after dinner? I miss you. You’ve been on my mind relentlessly. My love, MKxx” Dec 11 12:54:14 "I will make sure I am here. All my love" Dec 11 12:57:11 *she doesn’t check it* Dec 11 12:59:57 * Morgan packs it away before checking the time Dec 11 13:00:35 *it’s quarter before seven* Dec 11 13:01:07 * Morgan heads downstairs, going via the games room to get himself a drink Dec 11 13:02:52 *HH seems to have had the same idea. he looks freshly bathed* hey Dec 11 13:02:58 hey Dec 11 13:02:59 * Varick is now known as HH Dec 11 13:03:15 want scotch or whiskey? Dec 11 13:03:27 whiskey Dec 11 13:03:41 * HH pours him some Dec 11 13:03:47 how ya doing? Dec 11 13:03:58 * Morgan shrugs Dec 11 13:03:59 Alright Dec 11 13:04:27 * HH nods Dec 11 13:04:31 any word? Dec 11 13:04:57 Lots of sightseeing and shopping. They're alright Dec 11 13:06:33 * HH nods Dec 11 13:06:57 good. they got Claudia an Molly, they’re safe Dec 11 13:08:00 * Morgan nods Dec 11 13:08:01 yeah Dec 11 13:09:10 still feel better if we were there though *he hands the glass over* Dec 11 13:09:38 * Morgan nods, taking it Dec 11 13:09:41 Me too Dec 11 13:12:43 You pass on my love to Inga when ya wrote back Dec 11 13:13:01 No, I'm talking to Molly tis evening, I'll tell her to pass it on Dec 11 13:15:23 * HH nods Dec 11 13:15:35 must be lookin forward to it Dec 11 13:16:13 * Morgan nods Dec 11 13:16:15 Aye, I am Dec 11 13:20:09 * HH nods, smiling Dec 11 13:20:27 mebbie she’ll let ya look in on Emil too Dec 11 13:20:40 * Morgan nods Dec 11 13:20:42 That'd be nice Dec 11 13:23:18 * HH nods “it’s not a cuddle, but best you can do” Dec 11 13:23:38 * Morgan nods Dec 11 13:23:43 Better than nothing Dec 11 13:24:23 We going for dinner? Dec 11 13:24:33 * Morgan nods Dec 11 13:24:34 Yeah Dec 11 13:25:39 * HH takes his drink. Edward and Alice are already there, she’s laughing at something he’s said Dec 11 13:26:07 $At least they're getting on, though a little less would be nice$ Dec 11 13:29:06 $still an attraction for sure$ Dec 11 13:29:15 $They've both admitted as much$ Dec 11 13:29:28 * Morgan moves to his seat, sitting down Dec 11 13:32:41 *the others sit too. HH and Alice are the ones leading the conversation, primarily about the women being in Freiburg. Edward eats quietly, frequently watching Morgan* Dec 11 13:34:20 * Morgan eats quietly Dec 11 13:36:47 *its half after eight when they’re finished* Dec 11 13:37:05 E: drinks in the drawing room, Morgan? Dec 11 13:37:14 * Morgan nods Dec 11 13:37:31 For a little while. I'm having an early night Dec 11 13:39:44 *Edward nods solemnly* Alright Dec 11 13:40:23 * Morgan makes his way to the drawing room Dec 11 13:45:13 *Edward looks very at home in the drawing room. The fire is warm, and memory of a dream comes to mind, where he’d returned from dealing with an Objectionist plot against Vaticines to find the heavily- pregnant-with-twins. Molly in here. Up on the landing there had been a toddler hiding that he’d only caught a brief glance of Dec 11 13:47:31 * Morgan sets himself in one of the chairs, trying to get comfortable Dec 11 13:49:21 * HH breaks out cards, and plays a few hands. the others seem to be getting into it, no one showing signs of leaving early Dec 11 13:49:38 * Morgan checks the time Dec 11 13:50:01 *it’s ten to nine* Dec 11 13:50:16 I'm going to retire Dec 11 14:04:11 Night man Dec 11 14:04:24 A: Goodnight, Morgan *she smiles* Dec 11 14:04:49 *Edward watches him* Good night, brother Dec 11 14:05:15 Would you walk me up, Edward? I would like a word Dec 11 14:05:41 *Edward nods, rising* Of course Dec 11 14:05:46 * HH is now known as Edward Dec 11 14:06:17 * Morgan bids the others goodnight, leaving the room and heading out of the room to walk back to his bedroom Dec 11 14:07:18 * Edward walks quietly beside him Dec 11 14:07:35 Do you want to tell me why you're watching me like you expect my head to explode? Dec 11 14:08:58 I am uneasy that things have changed between us Dec 11 14:09:26 Have I given any indication of that? Dec 11 14:11:23 You have been subdued Dec 11 14:11:55 I have told you it is difficult... did you spend the afternoon with her? Dec 11 14:13:23 yes I did Dec 11 14:13:28 * Morgan nods Dec 11 14:13:56 good. I think it might be best if you did not attend church tomorrow Dec 11 14:15:13 * Edward frowns Dec 11 14:15:21 I always attend church. Dec 11 14:15:55 With everything going on, you wish to be away from your daughter? To be on show? Dec 11 14:17:44 It is -Church-. It is where I will go for my penance and solace. Dec 11 14:18:18 * Morgan shrugs Dec 11 14:18:22 Suit yourself Dec 11 14:19:43 I know you mean well, but it is a comfort to me Dec 11 14:20:18 If thats what you've decided... Dec 11 14:21:30 * Edward nods Dec 11 14:21:50 Unless you expressly do not wish me to be at the same church as you... Dec 11 14:23:11 I wanted to give you as much time with Florrie as I could, and you are not exactly at your best right now... though that could just be with me. And, given my status and what will happen in the Grafdom in the coming years, I expect my visit will be quite extended Dec 11 14:24:37 I can travel back as soon as service is done Dec 11 14:24:44 * Morgan nods Dec 11 14:24:46 Alright then Dec 11 14:28:25 * Edward nods Dec 11 14:28:29 that was all? Dec 11 14:29:14 I've already told you we are alright... Dec 11 14:30:24 * Edward nods Dec 11 14:31:46 Indeed. However, it feels that the potential for that to change is great Dec 11 14:32:04 * Morgan stops at this door, turning to look at Edward Dec 11 14:33:13 The only way it changes is if you betray me, and that is not something you would do. Things are difficult, the -situation- is difficult. Dec 11 14:34:28 * Edward nods Dec 11 14:34:49 I would no sooner betray you than betray Mina Dec 11 14:35:39 I -know- Dec 11 14:37:00 * Edward nods Dec 11 14:37:47 goodnight, brother. I hope it is easier tomorrow Dec 11 14:37:54 * Morgan nods Dec 11 14:37:57 That'd be nice Dec 11 14:39:28 * Edward nods Dec 11 14:39:32 sleep well Dec 11 14:39:53 * Morgan nods, pulling him into a hug Dec 11 14:39:59 I'll pass on your love to Mina Dec 11 14:40:28 * Edward hugs him Dec 11 14:40:33 thank you Dec 11 14:41:00 * Morgan nods, letting him go before going into his room Dec 11 14:42:01 *Everything has been neatly straightened and tidied* Dec 11 14:42:30 * Morgan gets the mirror setup Dec 11 14:43:09 * Edward is now known as Molly Dec 11 14:43:51 * Molly appears on time. She’s still dressed and made up, but her hair is down. She smiles Dec 11 14:44:02 good evening, my dear Duke Dec 11 14:44:13 Hello my love... are you alright? Dec 11 14:44:21 * Molly nods Dec 11 14:44:49 Yes, I am. There’s been a lot going on, I am sorry I did not write more Dec 11 14:45:24 Its fine love, god knows we've all been busy Dec 11 14:45:43 * Molly nods, sipping a cup of tea Dec 11 14:45:52 how are -you-, liebling? Dec 11 14:46:03 * Morgan sighs Dec 11 14:46:09 Its difficult... but I'm alright Dec 11 14:46:21 * Molly watches him Dec 11 14:46:53 You are sure? I know I am far away and can do nothing, but if you aren’t alright I’d rather know Dec 11 14:47:57 Its just... rough. I'm managing Dec 11 14:48:12 what happened when they met? Dec 11 14:49:55 She wouldn't even look at him... wouldn't go near him. She was getting upset so Alice took her for a feed and to read to her... bit later I came up with the idea of talking to him through a mirror, which she really wanted to do... soon as she saw him, she buries her face in my chest and starts sobbing that she wants mirror Vati... Dec 11 14:50:36 * Molly frowns Dec 11 14:50:56 But she was getting to see him in the mirror? Dec 11 14:51:12 * Morgan nods Dec 11 14:52:05 I don’t understand Dec 11 14:53:05 Its not -how- she wanted to see him, its -who- she wanted to see... Dec 11 14:53:38 * Molly thinks Dec 11 14:53:43 Ohh... Dec 11 14:53:49 * Morgan nods Dec 11 14:54:17 Once that was... dealt with, we went for lunch by the lake and by the time lunch was done, she was sitting in his lap Dec 11 14:54:28 * Molly nods Dec 11 14:54:33 That is good? Dec 11 14:54:46 * Morgan nods Dec 11 14:56:17 Albeit rather... painful Dec 11 14:56:24 * Molly nods Dec 11 14:56:37 you are struggling to see them happy? Dec 11 14:57:27 just... one of those unpleasant thoughts that occurred to me... looking at them both, the girl who looks like mine should have with the man who took her from me... but it isn't just me struggling with that Dec 11 14:58:53 Heinzharold too? Dec 11 14:59:11 A bit... not so much I don't think though he is desperately missing Inga Dec 11 15:01:53 As she is him. She’s finding it very tiring Dec 11 15:02:09 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:02:12 I'm not surprised Dec 11 15:03:38 I’m going to ensure she gets some rest, but it’s quite complicated Dec 11 15:05:15 Not giving Mina a reason to be suspicious? Dec 11 15:07:02 * Molly nods Dec 11 15:07:15 It’s more difficult than I expected Dec 11 15:07:45 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:08:00 Edward does not want her told until he can be there to do it Dec 11 15:09:19 * Molly nods Dec 11 15:10:11 Edward doesn’t realise how hard it is to negotiate naps, frequent breaks for calls of nature, subtly notifiying dress makers, and turning down wine! *she smiles* Dec 11 15:10:54 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:11:01 I think it has occurred to him Dec 11 15:11:44 * Molly nods Dec 11 15:12:01 I am also navigating the situation with Emil and Mina Dec 11 15:12:20 How is that going? Dec 11 15:14:34 * Molly shrugs Dec 11 15:14:43 We have very different parenting styles Dec 11 15:15:20 Oh? Dec 11 15:17:28 She expects babies are left at home, in the care of nursery maids and wet nurses whilst Ladies shop and socialise Dec 11 15:18:10 Thats her prerogative with her own children Dec 11 15:20:05 * Molly nods Dec 11 15:20:32 I took him with me, but I’ve become rather used to just nursing wherever and whenever Dec 11 15:21:10 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:21:20 But she's getting on alright with him? Dec 11 15:23:11 She’s not particularly affectionate with him, but not avoidant either Dec 11 15:24:36 Its a start I suppose Dec 11 15:24:56 * Molly nods Dec 11 15:25:04 it is difficult for her, I know Dec 11 15:25:08 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:25:14 Aye, it will be Dec 11 15:27:45 I am unsure whether to take him to church tomorrow with us Dec 11 15:28:41 Because he is not yet baptised... Dec 11 15:31:08 More that he might not sit quietly. It is one of the posher churches, it’ll be mostly nobles Dec 11 15:31:53 Nobles who outrank you? Dec 11 15:32:55 I believe Eisenfurst Trague is in Posen at present Dec 11 15:33:05 Then I don't want you going Dec 11 15:33:12 why? Dec 11 15:33:48 Then... who will have the authority to even question you about it? Dec 11 15:34:41 They won’t question, my love, they’ll just judge and gossip. No one will dare to ignore or disrespect me, openly at least Dec 11 15:35:24 That is something we will face regardless I'm afraid Dec 11 15:35:37 * Molly nods Dec 11 15:36:07 But if I leave Emil with Uinise and Claudia, it might be smoother? Dec 11 15:36:27 * Morgan raises an eyebrow Dec 11 15:36:38 Neither of whom are predisposed to children Dec 11 15:37:40 * Molly frowns Dec 11 15:37:53 You would not trust Claudia with your son? Dec 11 15:38:36 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:38:38 I would Dec 11 15:39:53 I know neither are maternal, but Danvers is here too Dec 11 15:40:01 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:40:12 If that is what you wish to do my love, its fine Dec 11 15:41:43 * Molly nods Dec 11 15:41:51 will you go to Kempten still? Dec 11 15:41:55 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:41:56 Aye Dec 11 15:42:41 * Molly nods, smiling Dec 11 15:42:46 That will be nice Dec 11 15:42:54 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:42:59 I imagine I will be there for some time Dec 11 15:43:05 * Molly nods Dec 11 15:43:22 The people will all wish to meet you, as it is to be our regular church Dec 11 15:43:32 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:43:34 indeed Dec 11 15:44:14 how have things progressed this afternoon with Florrie and Edward? Dec 11 15:44:37 I don't really know... I went for a walk with Varick, Ballard and HeinzHarold Dec 11 15:46:06 You are aiming to not be a distraction to their bonding? Dec 11 15:46:21 I wanted a break from feeling awful Dec 11 15:47:39 * Molly nods sadly Dec 11 15:47:43 did it help? Dec 11 15:47:47 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:47:55 It did, yes. Dec 11 15:51:14 * Molly smiles Dec 11 15:51:23 being outdoors always helps you Dec 11 15:52:03 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:52:16 Yes, it does. I'm hoping tomorrow will be easier Dec 11 15:53:00 * Molly nods Dec 11 15:53:51 If not, I would suggest finding something to do that helps people. Of everything that replenishes your spirit, service to others in need will oft help you Dec 11 15:54:31 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:54:34 Thats not a bad idea Dec 11 15:55:22 * Molly smiles Dec 11 15:55:26 I know Dec 11 15:58:42 * Molly sips her tea Dec 11 15:59:12 You are going to get through this, my love, just as when you first met her. It is painful, but you will endure Dec 11 15:59:21 * Morgan nods Dec 11 15:59:25 Yes... I will Dec 11 16:01:56 * Molly smiles Dec 11 16:02:07 You’re stronger than you know Dec 11 16:02:59 I wouldn't go that far Dec 11 16:04:08 I would. *she sighs* I wish I was home Dec 11 16:04:42 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:04:50 As do I. Varick misses you and Emil Dec 11 16:08:18 * Molly nods Dec 11 16:08:25 Emil asks for you both Dec 11 16:08:33 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:08:40 I look forward to you both being home Dec 11 16:09:33 * Molly smiles Dec 11 16:09:49 Me too. I miss you, in so many ways Dec 11 16:11:01 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:11:06 What else has been happening? Dec 11 16:13:01 Well, the dresses are going to be modified and ready for collection on Monday. Uinise loved all the monuments and made drawings and notes of each Dec 11 16:15:28 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:15:30 Good Dec 11 16:16:30 Inga and I went to the lingerie shop. Mina is uncomfortable going there, so we took her sizing with us and picked something Dec 11 16:17:09 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:17:26 A pity.. I think if she could let go a little bit she'd enjoy herself Dec 11 16:17:32 * Molly nods Dec 11 16:17:37 perhaps one day Dec 11 16:18:03 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:18:06 maybe Dec 11 16:22:47 Inga said you can tell Heinzharold she made her own purchases there Dec 11 16:23:07 Right ,okay Dec 11 16:23:18 He will find that cheering? Dec 11 16:24:02 * Morgan shrugs Dec 11 16:24:11 He complains about it but I think its halfhearted Dec 11 16:24:19 * Molly frowns Dec 11 16:24:25 about her having lingerie? Dec 11 16:24:37 About spending his money Dec 11 16:24:43 * Molly smiles Dec 11 16:24:48 No, he -loves- her having lingerie Dec 11 16:25:04 I rather think both of those things are common to husbands! Dec 11 16:25:35 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:25:37 I imagine so Dec 11 16:28:08 * Molly nods, taking a mouthful Dec 11 16:28:14 how did you sleep? Dec 11 16:28:22 * Morgan shrugs Dec 11 16:28:34 Well enough. No nightmares at least Dec 11 16:28:41 * Molly smiles Dec 11 16:28:53 That’s good. I hope it’s the same again tonight Dec 11 16:29:22 We can hope I suppose, though I don't see it happenng Dec 11 16:30:51 anything but a nightmare we will be happy with? Dec 11 16:31:55 I think so Dec 11 16:33:27 * Molly nods Dec 11 16:34:25 I should let you retire, my love. My maid will come early to do my hair and make up before church Dec 11 16:34:34 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:34:47 Alright my love. I suppose we won't have chance to talk tomorrow either Dec 11 16:35:25 I can be here for Quiet Hour, before we have visitors for the afternoon? Dec 11 16:36:43 I wonder if we should allow the others to speak to their respective wives... Dec 11 16:36:49 * Molly nods Dec 11 16:37:20 Providing Heinzharold can behave himself? or you’ll give them each fifteen minutes? Dec 11 16:37:34 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:37:37 That'd probably work best Dec 11 16:37:52 * Molly nods Dec 11 16:38:15 or twenty, if everyone is organised Dec 11 16:39:53 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:40:02 We can probably manage that... Dec 11 16:40:42 * Molly nods Dec 11 16:41:12 You and I will not need so much time as them, and we can keep each other connected through notes Dec 11 16:42:11 True I suppose Dec 11 16:42:31 * Molly nods, smiling Dec 11 16:42:46 Let them enjoy themselves, it’s a long absence Dec 11 16:44:02 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:44:04 Alright love Dec 11 16:44:51 * Molly nods Dec 11 16:45:02 I’ll leave a note before church? Dec 11 16:45:19 * Morgan nods Dec 11 16:45:26 Alright love Dec 11 16:45:49 goodnight, my love, sleep well Dec 11 16:46:25 And you blossom Dec 11 16:46:46 I love you Dec 11 16:48:04 And I you mu love Dec 11 16:48:29 * Molly blows him a kiss before covering the mirror Dec 11 16:50:11 * Morgan sighs, covering his mirror and packing it away before undressing Dec 11 16:50:54 *the room feels very big without her Dec 11 16:51:43 * Morgan goes to wash his face before climbing into bed, saying a brief prayer for their safety and trying to go to sleep Dec 11 16:52:13 *this isn’t particularly easy* Dec 11 16:52:42 * Morgan grumbles, settling into a comfortable position to wait for sleep Dec 11 16:58:16 *He dreams they are in church, up in a box for the nobility that has them raised above the congregation. She smells wonderful, further along in pregnancy than in reality. The priest is dull, and the announced reading is going to be long. He starts stroking her thighs, then groping between her legs over her dress ((Mtf)) Dec 11 17:02:02 *She smiles, surprised by his behaviour and urgency, but begins to do the same to him. Though they have to keep politely neutral what can be seen from below, the words they exchange telepathically are full of desire and need. Despite his knowledge that this is the most scandalous thing they’ve ever done, he keeps rubbing her firmly until he hears her breath catch and sees her jaw tighten. Dec 11 17:04:18 *He smiles a little, still going, and she undoes one button of his placket on his new smart trousers before encasing him in her cool hand. Her stroking is merciless, and even when he warns her he will cum, she doesn’t slow. He’s about to when she peaks again and the clock bell rings. It is the dawn watch, and he wakes hard and aroused again. Dec 11 17:07:11 * Morgan groans, getting out of bed Dec 11 17:08:46 * Morgan mutters to himself as he gets washed up before getting dressed and going to watch the sunrise Dec 11 17:10:30 *He has a little wait, but Ballard sits at his side. Just after the sun comes up, he hears footsteps Dec 11 17:11:12 * Morgan looks round Dec 11 17:11:36 * Molly is now known as Edward Dec 11 17:12:06 I won’t interrupt Dec 11 17:12:30 You'd be hard pushed to interrupt that *he nods towards the sun* Dec 11 17:13:23 * Edward nods Dec 11 17:13:38 I wondered if you had heard how my wife is? Dec 11 17:14:01 She's fine. I've arranged for you to have twenty minutes to talk with her in quiet hour Dec 11 17:14:44 * Edward nods Dec 11 17:14:55 I would appreciate that, I want to see how she is Dec 11 17:15:02 * Morgan nods Dec 11 17:15:32 I'd start thinking up a reason as to why you shaved Dec 11 17:15:42 why? Dec 11 17:16:03 You would not shave it for her but did for Florrie... Dec 11 17:17:14 * Edward nods Dec 11 17:17:22 I can see that Dec 11 17:17:34 * Morgan nods Dec 11 17:18:26 You've got a few hours to think about it Dec 11 17:18:38 * Edward nods Dec 11 17:18:45 I will pray for inspiration Dec 11 17:18:57 * Morgan nods Dec 11 17:21:12 Molly is well? Dec 11 17:21:40 * Morgan nods Dec 11 17:22:20 She's fine. I've told her Mina is not to be told of the pregnancy... they're doing a decent job of not letting on, but its difficult planning in naps and comfort breaks Dec 11 17:22:30 * Edward nods Dec 11 17:22:36 I am grateful to them Dec 11 17:23:40 * Morgan nods Dec 11 17:23:52 What plans do you have with Florrie today Dec 11 17:24:51 I will have breakfast with them, and then this afternoon we will plant seeds. She wishes me to see her apple tree Dec 11 17:25:54 * Morgan nods Dec 11 17:25:58 Wait til you taste the apples Dec 11 17:26:14 * Edward nods Dec 11 17:26:24 I look forward to it Dec 11 17:27:00 Will you have enough time with Molly if you are sharing Quiet Hour with me? Dec 11 17:27:29 We can possibly catch up this evening... as long as you and HeinzHarold are timely though, we will have time during quiet hour Dec 11 17:29:19 * Edward nods Dec 11 17:29:48 I will be so. I do not want Molly thinking that she matters less to you than Mina matters to me, or Inga to Heinzharold Dec 11 17:30:20 We've already discussed it, you do not need to concern yourself about it Dec 11 17:31:19 * Edward nods Dec 11 17:31:30 I am protective of my little sister Dec 11 17:33:06 * Morgan nods Dec 11 17:33:07 I know Dec 11 17:34:02 Will you want us to come to your room? Dec 11 17:34:28 Don't really fancy taking the mirror out of there... could do my office I suppose... Dec 11 17:36:04 I am content with either Dec 11 17:36:34 My office then. Dec 11 17:37:34 * Edward nods Dec 11 17:37:53 Thank you. My mind will rest easier having spoken to her Dec 11 17:38:21 * Morgan nods Dec 11 17:38:33 We'll sort the details later Dec 11 17:38:56 * Edward nods Dec 11 17:39:09 Did you sleep? Dec 11 17:39:16 * Morgan nods Dec 11 17:39:18 surprisingly Dec 11 17:39:58 * Edward nods Dec 11 17:40:13 Are you using the nightmare trap? Dec 11 17:41:48 Its up Dec 11 18:03:32 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 11 18:42:18 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Dec 11 22:17:56 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Dec 11 22:26:33 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 11 22:26:54 Did you sleep? Dec 11 22:26:54 * Morgan nods Dec 11 22:26:54 surprisingly Dec 11 22:26:54 * Edward nods Dec 11 22:26:54 Are you using the nightmare trap? Dec 11 22:26:56 Its up Dec 11 22:26:59 Did -you- sleep? Dec 11 22:27:17 * Molly is now known as Edward Dec 11 22:27:25 Barely Dec 11 22:28:46 Nightmares? Dec 11 22:30:06 no, I was just unable to achieve sleep Dec 11 22:31:20 Too much going on up here? *he taps his temple* Dec 11 22:31:58 * Edward nods Dec 11 22:33:01 Yes. Also, I do not sleep easily without Mina Dec 11 22:34:34 * Morgan nods Dec 11 22:37:56 I expect I will be detained in town today... could I prevail on you to bring Varick home after service? HeinzHarold will be around to look after him... Dec 11 22:38:07 * Edward nods Dec 11 22:39:05 I am happy to, but I am quite capable of looking after your son Dec 11 22:39:31 I know, but I assumed you'd want to spend the time with your daughter Dec 11 22:40:08 He is welcome to join us Dec 11 22:40:44 * Morgan nods Dec 11 22:40:52 He and Florrie do love spending time together Dec 11 22:42:36 * Edward nods Dec 11 22:43:09 I am glad she has cousins that she will spend time with Dec 11 22:44:04 * Morgan nods Dec 11 22:44:20 They spend time with Molly's brothers and their children when they're in Avalon... Dec 11 22:44:56 * Edward nods Dec 11 22:45:12 it is good for her... *he frowns slightly* Dec 11 22:45:19 But... Dec 11 22:45:44 she may never have siblings Dec 11 22:46:07 Your children with Mina will be her half siblings Dec 11 22:46:28 yes, but siblings to live with Dec 11 22:46:50 No... quite possibly not Dec 11 22:48:44 * Edward nods Dec 11 22:49:17 I do not like the idea of Alice marrying Dec 11 22:50:20 * Morgan watches him side on Dec 11 22:50:40 You don't like the idea of Alice marrying... or you don't like another man parenting your child... Dec 11 22:51:18 * Edward thinks about it, which is telling in itself Dec 11 22:51:53 Jealousy over a woman you are not involved with when you are married is not a good look... Dec 11 22:52:45 I’m not jealous, just a little... I don’t know. She is the mother of my child, I do not want her hurt Dec 11 22:53:04 Thats not what your pause suggests... Dec 11 22:54:34 it is complicated Dec 11 22:54:46 * Morgan shrugs Dec 11 22:57:51 You need to get a handle on that, because if Mina see's what I'm seeing right now, its all over Dec 11 22:58:22 it’s not a threat to my marriage Dec 11 22:59:32 Edward, you are behaving possessively about Alice... whether there is intent or not, the second Mina see's that, your marriage is done. Dec 11 23:00:29 * Edward frowns, hands in his pockets Dec 11 23:01:18 She is important, because her choices will either bring Florrie closer or take her from me Dec 11 23:03:32 perhaps Dec 11 23:05:05 What do you suggest? Dec 11 23:06:13 * Morgan shrugs Dec 11 23:06:48 Being concerned about the influence a suitor might have in relation to Florrie is fine... not wanting her to get married, is not. Dec 11 23:07:41 she deserves a decent man... Dec 11 23:07:53 Yes she does Dec 11 23:09:01 she had the opportunity to marry me and chose not to Dec 11 23:09:18 * Morgan nods Dec 11 23:09:35 She is accustomed to setting her own rules Dec 11 23:10:03 indeed Dec 11 23:11:44 She would not have been a good match for you long term, nor you her... you both feel a need to be in charge Dec 11 23:12:06 I know that Dec 11 23:13:40 And Mina claimed your heart years ago Dec 11 23:14:09 I love my wife. you do not need to try to persuade me Dec 11 23:14:34 I'm not trying to persuade you. Dec 11 23:14:50 It sounds that way Dec 11 23:16:02 * Morgan sighs Dec 11 23:16:05 Then I'll shut up Dec 11 23:16:58 you are reading more into it than I feel Dec 11 23:17:16 I'm reading into it as much as your wife will Dec 11 23:18:53 * Edward nods slightly Dec 11 23:20:46 or even less than she would Dec 11 23:21:45 * Morgan nods Dec 11 23:21:46 Indeed Dec 11 23:23:34 * Edward looks at the sun Dec 11 23:24:32 No doubt she’d see it as an insurance policy... keep Alice available as I know she can cleave to me, and have her give me more children. Dec 11 23:25:05 Maybe... perhaps not in so cold a view... Dec 11 23:25:29 * Edward shrugs Dec 11 23:26:37 Having children, especially an heir for Graben, is paramount to Mina. Her mother died in the pursuit of it, and it is what Mina has long been told is her purpose Dec 11 23:27:13 Yes, but she's not so dispassionate as to view it so clinically, not where you're involved Dec 11 23:28:09 No Dec 11 23:29:22 I think she should be told about my dreams Dec 11 23:29:36 which ones? Dec 11 23:30:15 The ones where I get hints of what's coming Dec 11 23:30:31 why? Dec 11 23:30:57 How do you know when you will conceive, Edward? You know she'll ask... Dec 11 23:32:06 The Nieblungen? Dec 11 23:37:14 Most Eiseners are uncomfortable about them Dec 11 23:38:11 Mina’s childhood playmate -was- a shapeshifter. Dec 11 23:40:15 Which is easier to deal with... the strange little people who've helped travellers in legend and provide the most sought after metal and serve for reasons no one really understands... or... Morgan gets dreams that hint at what's to come... Dec 11 23:41:38 I suppose the later. have you had more of them in the last few days? Dec 11 23:41:56 No... I had one not too long ago Dec 11 23:42:41 they are infrequent compared to your nightmares? Dec 11 23:43:15 * Morgan rolls his shoulders Dec 11 23:44:58 Most of the time they are how things could have been... paths, we call them. In some of them there are little... insights... when we avoided getting rammed by nutcase Vesten sailors, thats because of one of those dreams. Yensids blunderbuss was locked in the vault at my insistence because I saw father get gravely injured by it in another path... Dec 11 23:45:27 * Edward nods Dec 11 23:45:36 they are dangerous Dec 11 23:45:53 Well, without a gunsmith, that one isn't working again Dec 11 23:46:06 * Edward nods Dec 11 23:47:35 And of course, there was that dream where we were overrun by an ambush ship... which we encountered and sank... it was part of a plot to discredit Eisenfurstin Posen Dec 11 23:47:49 * Edward nods Dec 11 23:48:06 these glimpses are helpful Dec 11 23:48:26 * Morgan nods Dec 11 23:48:28 indeed Dec 11 23:48:52 You saw Mina and I with a child? Dec 11 23:49:15 I saw her very pregnant at Prophets Mass Dec 11 23:49:35 * Edward nods Dec 11 23:49:49 She will be even more beautiful then Dec 11 23:50:18 * Morgan nods Dec 11 23:50:39 I wanted to be sure so... I made enquiries Dec 11 23:50:50 * Edward nods Dec 11 23:51:33 I will have to ensure we are frequently making efforts to that end next month Dec 11 23:52:27 * Morgan nods Dec 11 23:52:33 But not formulaically... Dec 11 23:53:17 * Edward smiles Dec 11 23:53:33 I have a good repertoire Dec 11 23:54:27 * Morgan nods