**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Dec 27 00:00:59 2023 Dec 27 00:00:59 depends on how long we get as soon as they walk in the door? Dec 27 00:02:20 Something along those lines... at least until I have to start working again Dec 27 00:03:23 * HH nods Dec 27 00:04:26 I could take Varick, stay over tomorrow night rather than doing there and back on Wednesday? Dec 27 00:05:23 * Morgan frowns a little Dec 27 00:05:31 I suppose... you -could-... Dec 27 00:06:04 y’ don’t want me to go? Awww, love ya too man Dec 27 00:06:44 I'll talk to Varick about it Dec 27 00:07:24 * HH nods Dec 27 00:07:43 Yeah, but I’m pretty sure he already knows ya love me Dec 27 00:08:30 Shut up Dec 27 00:10:10 can’t, my mouth’s overactive, see? Dec 27 00:10:22 Certainly it never stops moving... Dec 27 00:12:21 * HH nods Dec 27 00:12:34 Never hear my wife complaining Dec 27 00:13:10 Don't shut up long enough for her to talk Dec 27 00:15:06 don’t -stop- long enough for her to talk... Dec 27 00:15:20 * Morgan rolls his eyes Dec 27 00:17:06 yeah, she can still do that Dec 27 00:17:34 * Morgan sighs Dec 27 00:17:37 I miss them man Dec 27 00:19:35 * HH nods sadly Dec 27 00:19:38 me too Dec 27 00:20:15 They'll be home soon... then there'll be the fallout with Mina to deal with... Dec 27 00:21:38 Not until after a big cuddle though Dec 27 00:21:52 * Morgan nods Dec 27 00:22:00 How'd it go at the build site? Dec 27 00:23:06 * HH nods Dec 27 00:23:25 coming along, man Dec 27 00:23:32 * Morgan nods Dec 27 00:23:37 But not as quick as you'd like... Dec 27 00:25:57 * HH shrugs Dec 27 00:26:27 I’d like it done already so I can carry er over the threshold the day after tomorrow Dec 27 00:27:18 * Morgan nods Dec 27 00:27:24 I can understand that Dec 27 00:28:59 * HH nods slowly Dec 27 00:29:22 Reck’n Florrie would make me some full-bloom roses? Dec 27 00:29:44 I imagine so Dec 27 00:50:24 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 27 01:32:12 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Dec 27 11:55:09 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Dec 27 12:04:01 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 27 12:08:24 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 27 12:26:23 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 27 12:26:55 But not as quick as you'd like... Dec 27 12:26:55 * HH shrugs Dec 27 12:26:55 I’d like it done already so I can carry er over the threshold the day after tomorrow Dec 27 12:26:55 * Morgan nods Dec 27 12:26:55 I can understand that Dec 27 12:26:57 * HH nods slowly Dec 27 12:26:59 Reck’n Florrie would make me some full-bloom roses? Dec 27 12:27:01 I imagine so Dec 27 12:30:09 * Molly is now known as HH Dec 27 12:30:33 maybe put some on the bed, do th’ romantic thing Dec 27 12:30:46 * Morgan nods Dec 27 12:30:53 Want me to arrange that while you're gone? Dec 27 12:33:37 that’d be good, man Dec 27 12:35:20 * Morgan nods Dec 27 12:35:24 I'll see what I can do Dec 27 12:36:01 * HH nods Dec 27 12:36:35 Gonna let it be a surprise when they see me as they get off the ferry? Dec 27 12:36:42 * Morgan nods Dec 27 12:36:57 I think so... though you'll need to be quick off the mark to let her know nothings wrong Dec 27 12:40:45 * HH nods Dec 27 12:40:56 I’ll grab her bubbies, it’ll be fine Dec 27 12:41:43 I was more referring to -my- wife... Dec 27 12:42:01 yea, I suppose I could manage a hand each *he grins* Dec 27 12:42:13 * Morgan shakes his head despairingly Dec 27 12:49:35 * HH chuckles Dec 27 12:49:52 what about Claudia, Uinise, an Mina though? Dec 27 12:51:02 What about them? Dec 27 12:51:20 oh... well, I'm sure Uinise and Claudia wouldn't mind helping with that Dec 27 12:51:33 * HH nods Dec 27 12:51:36 yeah... Dec 27 12:51:40 * Morgan looks a the carriage Dec 27 12:51:44 They'll all fit, right? Dec 27 12:52:23 Dunno, Inga’s are b-... yeah, Claudia’ll wanna be on top anyhow Dec 27 12:52:54 true Dec 27 12:55:08 It’ll be fine Dec 27 12:55:43 * Morgan nods Dec 27 12:57:52 V: Oh no, my wheel came off! Dec 27 12:58:17 That'll be the one that got stuck in the whale Dec 27 13:00:11 Best fix that Dec 27 13:01:01 * Morgan nods, wandering around the side of the carriage Dec 27 13:04:37 *They spend time on this until Edward and Florrie appear* Dec 27 13:04:42 * HH is now known as Edward Dec 27 13:04:51 F: what doing Ballhead? Dec 27 13:06:45 Playing make believe sweetheart Dec 27 13:08:22 F: I play? Dec 27 13:08:31 * Edward watches his daughter Dec 27 13:09:03 If you like... we've just finished fixing the wheel after it got stuck in a whale Dec 27 13:10:07 F: *She looks at door* go I;? Dec 27 13:10:17 If you want to Dec 27 13:17:41 *She lifts her arms up to Edward to put her in* Dec 27 13:18:02 * Morgan opens the door Dec 27 13:20:59 * Edward smiles, hugging her a moment before putting her in Dec 27 13:21:20 * Morgan puts on an accent Dec 27 13:21:27 Alright driver Varick, drive on Dec 27 13:25:20 *Varick announces all the places on the route from Hafenlohr to Zweibrucke. Florrie wants Morgan and Edward to get in Dec 27 13:25:48 * Morgan waits for Edward to get in before doing so Dec 27 13:26:41 * Edward does. He describes what they can see from the window, and Florrie sits in his lap Dec 27 13:27:07 * Morgan watches them a little before looking out the window Dec 27 13:28:36 *he sees Alice head their way* Dec 27 13:29:03 * Morgan smiles a little, climbing out to go meet her Dec 27 13:50:43 * Edward is now known as Alice Dec 27 13:50:55 * Alice smiles “Is everything okay?” Dec 27 13:53:47 Seems to have gone well Dec 27 13:55:43 it’s after midday Dec 27 13:56:33 Oh... I guess we got carried away... Varicks driving the carriage after getting a wheel broken by getting it stuck in a whale, her ladyship is inside and I'm a newly reformed highwayman who' shovelling... stuff. Dec 27 14:01:28 * Alice laughs Dec 27 14:01:41 good that you’re hav8ng fun Dec 27 14:01:55 * Morgan nods, raising his voice Dec 27 14:01:58 Alright, lunchtime Dec 27 14:06:56 *They go in. Florrie wants to sit between Edward and Morgan, and Alice seems okay with this. After they’ve eaten, Morgan puts Varick for his nap, as Edward has gone with Alice to do Florrie’s. Dec 27 14:09:42 * Morgan sits with Varick, getting him ready for a nap Dec 27 14:12:01 * Alice is now known as Varick Dec 27 14:12:08 * Varick yawns Dec 27 14:12:20 I think Florrie really loves Uncle Edward Dec 27 14:12:47 * Morgan nods Dec 27 14:12:51 Seems that way doesn't it Dec 27 14:15:04 * Varick nods Dec 27 14:15:19 I’m happy, now she has a daddy Dec 27 14:15:27 * Morgan nods Dec 27 14:16:07 Thats kind. I was wondering... how would you feel about going with HeinzHarold to meet mama off the ferry and staying a night with him before coming back? Dec 27 14:16:33 * Varick nods Dec 27 14:16:36 Can I?! Dec 27 14:16:58 It'd mean spending a night away from me... it'd just be you and HeinzHarold... Dec 27 14:19:19 It’s okay, Vati, you’ll still have Uncle Edward Dec 27 14:19:30 * Morgan nods Dec 27 14:19:37 alright... I'll talk to HeinzHarold about it Dec 27 14:20:48 * Varick nods, closing his eyes Dec 27 14:20:56 okay Dec 27 14:22:11 Sleep well son Dec 27 14:22:18 * Varick is soon sleeping Dec 27 14:22:30 * Morgan heads into his room, checking the mirror Dec 27 14:24:08 *it says: Nine: we are off to town now, I look forward to seeing you both at four. the others send love. I hope Maubourg was tolerable! I love you, MKxx” Dec 27 14:24:49 * Morgan puts it away, ringing for coffee Dec 27 14:26:03 *it’s safe in with the jar. the coffee comes with just a quiet tap to let him know it is there* Dec 27 14:26:53 * Morgan smiles, going to fetch it from the hallway Dec 27 14:30:06 *there’s two cups as usual despite Molly not being there* Dec 27 14:31:11 * Morgan smiles sadly, bringing it inside and pouring himself a coffee, picking up the book he had been reading when he spoke to Molly Dec 27 14:32:39 *he finds himself starting to doze after about ten minutes* Dec 27 14:33:57 * Morgan fidgets, getting a bit more comfortable before letting himself drop off Dec 27 14:35:27 *he dreams of listening to the baby, louder than before, very peaceful. he’s only asleep about half an hour* Dec 27 14:35:52 * Morgan stretches, yawning before heating the coffee and pouring himself some more Dec 27 14:37:22 *it’s about ten to two when Edward knocks* Dec 27 14:37:29 Come in Dec 27 14:38:43 * Varick is now known as Edward Dec 27 14:39:18 *before opening he says* If it is a bad time I can return later Dec 27 14:39:38 Come in, Edward, I'm just reading Dec 27 14:41:56 * Edward enters Dec 27 14:42:15 I was not sure if you would be talking to your wife Dec 27 14:42:57 We're talking to her at four, and they were heading out into town when she left a note earlier, so I figured she'd not be around anyway. Mina sends her love Dec 27 14:43:16 * Edward nods Dec 27 14:43:40 They’ll be on the move tomorrow, no doubt they still have more shopping to do today Dec 27 14:43:47 * Morgan nods Dec 27 14:44:01 I imagine so, yes... there's a little coffee left in the pot, but its the one I like... Dec 27 14:46:18 * Edward nods Dec 27 14:46:23 it will suffice, brother Dec 27 14:46:37 * Morgan nods, pointing to it before sipping his own coffee Dec 27 14:49:24 * Edward puts it in the cup Dec 27 14:49:30 I feel that went well Dec 27 14:49:47 Yes, you didn't spill it anywhere, I doubt you'll even need a bib Dec 27 14:51:39 With my daughter. Dec 27 14:52:20 * Morgan smiles faintly Dec 27 14:52:34 I'm glad you feel so. Dec 27 14:53:33 * Edward nods, smiling Dec 27 14:54:17 It was hard work, but confirms what I have long suspected, that I enjoy being a father Dec 27 14:54:45 * Morgan nods Dec 27 14:55:06 There are hard times, of course, when nothing goes as you wish and your child is... lets say wilful... Dec 27 14:59:49 * Edward nods “Naturally, they are children” Dec 27 15:00:06 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Dec 27 15:00:33 What is it I can help you with, Edward? Dec 27 15:01:22 Nothing. I wanted to see how you are Dec 27 15:01:57 You're sure? You come to me in quiet hour even though you thought I might be speaking with Molly... sounds like somethings on your mind, even if its just not wanting to be alone right now Dec 27 15:03:23 * Edward sips his coffee Dec 27 15:03:34 simply what I said Dec 27 15:04:35 * Morgan smiles Dec 27 15:05:03 I'm alright. Anxious to get Molly home... anxious about how things will be with Mina... Dec 27 15:05:57 * Edward nods Dec 27 15:06:13 I am sorry it is going to be difficult for you all Dec 27 15:06:36 * Morgan shrugs Dec 27 15:06:43 After all this, saving the world should be easy Dec 27 15:07:53 * Edward laughs Dec 27 15:08:05 Unless the opponent is a woman. Dec 27 15:08:32 Cant be, otherwise you or HeinzHarold would be the one to deal with it all Dec 27 15:10:09 maybe that’s why it would be so much of a challenge Dec 27 15:10:23 Thats a distressing thought Dec 27 15:11:07 * Edward chuckles Dec 27 15:11:14 it could be you -and- Father Dec 27 15:11:49 I've been told I'm charming, just not the same way you are Dec 27 15:12:47 /me nods Dec 27 15:13:02 I suppose you are Dec 27 15:13:17 I don't see it... unless I'm charming in the way a quaint cottage is Dec 27 15:14:59 oh? Dec 27 15:15:13 Not really appealing, but nice enough... Dec 27 15:16:57 * Edward snorts Dec 27 15:17:42 You are genuine, and kind to women and children Dec 27 15:18:11 I suppose so Dec 27 15:19:15 * Morgan eyes his brother speculatively Dec 27 15:19:23 You feeling up to a bit of political speculation? Dec 27 15:21:03 * Edward nods Dec 27 15:21:08 I am Dec 27 15:21:19 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Dec 27 15:21:35 What would the ramifications be of a Graf sending tithes to both churches? Dec 27 15:22:00 * Edward sips the coffee, thinking it over Dec 27 15:22:17 Well, it would be irregular and progressive Dec 27 15:22:45 * Morgan nods Dec 27 15:23:14 It would, yes... but I meant more... what would it mean for that Grafdoms interactions with others? Its strength and trade... Dec 27 15:24:34 I doubt it would make much difference, especially if you had His Grace’s backing Dec 27 15:24:47 * Morgan nods Dec 27 15:25:31 Once Maubourg has stepped aside, his tithes will reduce... it will result in loss of support by the church for her people... exactly what I don't want to happen Dec 27 15:26:08 * Edward nods Dec 27 15:26:37 it happens, yes. But their charity can come with indoctrination into their church Dec 27 15:27:35 Thats nothing new Dec 27 15:27:51 * Edward nods Dec 27 15:28:08 I can see why you’d want to Dec 27 15:28:23 Bloody expensive though Dec 27 15:29:57 * Edward nods Dec 27 15:30:08 it will be a challenge Dec 27 15:32:46 * Morgan nods Dec 27 15:33:33 It is worth it, I think... Maubourg has offered to be an intermediary but... while it may not be his intention, I could see others feeling he is doing some hero thing and protecting his people from the objectionist brute coming to take over.... Dec 27 15:35:19 And you want the people to see the generosity is yours? Dec 27 15:36:56 No, I want them to see I keep my word, that I'm not coming to take their community from them as they fear Dec 27 15:39:34 * Edward nods Dec 27 15:39:53 Speak to His Grace then, get his opinion Dec 27 15:40:04 * Morgan nods Dec 27 15:40:07 I think I will Dec 27 15:42:32 * Edward nods Dec 27 15:42:59 I wonder if it might suit for the inter-faith marriage of Zench and Heidi too Dec 27 15:43:09 * Morgan nods Dec 27 15:43:12 Thats a good point Dec 27 15:44:23 * Edward nods Dec 27 15:44:33 Something to think on Dec 27 15:44:42 * Morgan nods Dec 27 15:45:02 You have spoken with Alice? Dec 27 15:45:59 I have Dec 27 15:46:17 Well, thats a forthcoming answer Dec 27 15:48:49 what are you asking, brother? Dec 27 15:49:38 If the two of you are alright... she was worried about what would happen... if Florrie would be too much for you, she can be, as Alice puts it, wilful... Dec 27 15:50:45 * Edward nods Dec 27 15:51:10 Florrie was good. She thrives on following her cues Dec 27 15:51:21 * Morgan nods Dec 27 15:51:38 She does... sometimes, though, she cannot have what she wants Dec 27 15:54:17 * Edward nods Dec 27 15:54:28 of course, but that is life Dec 27 15:55:36 * Morgan nods Dec 27 15:55:55 Did Alice speak to you about what to do if Mina upsets Florrie? Dec 27 15:57:24 Briefly Dec 27 15:58:19 I advised that you should be the one to deal with it Dec 27 16:00:32 Yes, I am in agreement Dec 27 16:01:09 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Dec 27 16:01:34 I'm going to collar Mina as soon as is practicable once they have arrived Dec 27 16:02:15 I will want to have twenty minutes with her first Dec 27 16:02:46 * Morgan nods Dec 27 16:02:54 What are you planning to say? Dec 27 16:05:09 * Edward smiles Dec 27 16:05:26 She is my wife, I am not sure you need to ask Dec 27 16:05:53 More... I was concerned you would argue with her over what was said... Dec 27 16:09:15 She was wrong to say what she did, but I understand her hurt that she is not the main priority she expected to be Dec 27 16:14:06 * Morgan nods Dec 27 16:20:36 It is a difficult situation for her but... she was wrong to say it Dec 27 16:20:59 * Edward nods Dec 27 16:21:46 Recriminations do no good for our marriage. I will approach it calmly and rationally, -after- I have shown her her value to me Dec 27 16:26:12 * Morgan nods Dec 27 16:26:14 Good idea Dec 27 16:29:07 * Edward nods Dec 27 16:29:54 I’m sure you own wife will not appreciate her homecoming to be overridden by your desire to speak immediately with my wife Dec 27 16:30:45 Difficult. As much as I wish to get my hands on her, I miss my son also Dec 27 16:34:50 Of course, but your family time should not be sacrificed Dec 27 16:35:06 No... Dec 27 16:37:55 My wife will be busy Dec 27 16:38:14 * Morgan nods Dec 27 16:38:48 * Morgan sighs, sipping his coffee Dec 27 16:44:38 what, brother? Dec 27 16:45:27 I just wish it was easier Dec 27 16:46:01 * Edward nods Dec 27 16:46:13 As do I, but it is no Dec 27 16:46:16 not* Dec 27 16:46:28 * Morgan nods Dec 27 16:46:32 I know Dec 27 16:49:32 If it becomes too much, we will stay with Maubourg Dec 27 16:50:40 * Morgan shakes his head Dec 27 16:50:43 I need your help Dec 27 16:51:37 yes? Dec 27 16:51:59 I'm... formulating an idea to deal with father Dec 27 16:53:28 I see? Dec 27 16:53:47 I think you'll disagree with it Dec 27 16:56:25 what is it? Dec 27 16:57:59 I was thinking of showing him just what I can do... then pointing out how horrific I -could- be... but that I'm not. I'm still the man who holds strong morals and I don't use my magic for an unfair advantage Dec 27 16:59:01 You are correct, I think that’s an awful idea Dec 27 16:59:25 * Morgan laughs quietly Dec 27 16:59:45 Tell me why Dec 27 17:00:15 Because Father is not blessed with the rationality we have Dec 27 17:00:33 * Morgan sniggers quietly, nodding Dec 27 17:00:48 How, then, do I get him to see I'm not the monster he fears? Dec 27 17:01:40 By doing nothing dangerous, and maybe showing him gentle things Dec 27 17:02:04 Warming his coffee... lighting a candle... that sort of thing? Dec 27 17:02:49 yes Dec 27 17:03:35 I find that... difficult. Dec 27 17:07:52 why? Dec 27 17:08:22 Because he will still think me a monster Dec 27 17:10:02 Then why 9n Theah would you want to show him the blowing up bits?! Dec 27 17:10:32 * Morgan frowns Dec 27 17:11:17 I seem gentle because you know how dangerous I can be. I'm more gentle than most, but when you consider what I -could- do... I'm almost a pacifist... Dec 27 17:11:56 You will only scare him. Dec 27 17:12:14 * Morgan sighs Dec 27 17:12:55 I suppose so Dec 27 17:16:23 I under, I do. You want his approval in the fullness of who you are Dec 27 17:18:00 * Morgan nods Dec 27 17:18:10 Yes, I do Dec 27 17:21:21 This won’t happen over a short period of time, or with some fireworks. He still does not completely approve of me, and he has known of Florrie for months Dec 27 17:21:59 He doesn't approve of your actions... he fears what I -am- Dec 27 17:23:52 How long did it take -you- to come to terms with it? Dec 27 17:24:37 * Morgan sighs Dec 27 17:24:46 I suppose so... you seem at ease with it now... Dec 27 17:25:16 * Edward nods Dec 27 17:25:22 I suppose I am Dec 27 17:25:49 You're a stick in the mud like him... Dec 27 17:26:27 I am not as irrational. Dec 27 17:26:42 No... I suppose not Dec 27 17:30:03 I think you need to be patient with him Dec 27 17:30:16 * Morgan nods Dec 27 17:30:40 It feels once again like I am just... waiting to be cast out Dec 27 17:31:49 I do not see Mother would let him, and nor would I. Dec 27 17:32:18 I don't think either of you could stop him... Dec 27 17:33:43 Of course we could. Father needs to know the Grafdom will be cared for Dec 27 17:35:18 We'll see if he can be convinced of that. I suppose, though, if he does not trust me, it will be in good hands with you Dec 27 17:38:18 I intend to be in Graben. It is too far Dec 27 17:38:51 What we intend isn't always what happens Dec 27 17:41:22 It would be a shame if Father was short-sighted enough to believe I am available to serve his whims like that Dec 27 17:41:43 If he excommunicates me, it would be your duty Dec 27 17:44:44 I think you are being too pessimistic Dec 27 17:45:29 Perhaps... Hopefully... Dec 27 17:46:29 He will be mollified when he hears the news of your heir Dec 27 17:47:17 perhaps. I'd very much like that to be sooner rather than later Dec 27 17:49:34 That might be possible if she has felt it whilst away? Dec 27 17:50:14 She hadn't as of last night Dec 27 17:51:34 we can but hope Dec 27 17:54:24 * Morgan nods, drinking his coffee Dec 27 17:54:40 You'll help me convince him I did not lie to him about it? Dec 27 18:08:37 I will tell him I do not believe you could have kept your mouth shut if you’d known Dec 27 18:08:42 * Edward smiles Dec 27 18:09:02 * Morgan glares at him a moment Dec 27 18:09:13 You're -so- helpful Dec 27 18:09:44 * Edward chuckles Dec 27 18:09:57 you do not even need to ask. Dec 27 18:10:25 * Morgan inclines his head Dec 27 18:10:48 He can think me a lot of things... I -am- a lot of things... but a liar is not one of them Dec 27 18:10:58 *he nods* you can tell him it was the result of a cream pie Dec 27 18:11:25 Maybe he's forgotten about that conversation Dec 27 18:11:34 * Edward laughs Dec 27 18:11:50 could you?! Dec 27 18:12:21 No... no I couldn't Dec 27 18:13:35 * Edward drinks some coffee “It will be nice for them to finally be happy about a pregnancy” Dec 27 18:14:32 They're going to adore Florrie... once they have adjusted to her looks Dec 27 18:17:48 I have faced all their disapproval, and so did you. So did Jarvie. Dec 27 18:18:22 * Morgan nods Dec 27 18:18:45 We all faced their disapproval at Jarvies pregnancy and marriage Dec 27 18:19:48 You will not face that this time Dec 27 18:20:09 Probably not Dec 27 18:24:23 I envy you that Dec 27 18:24:46 Its not so far away that you will feel it as well Dec 27 18:26:36 We think Dec 27 18:26:52 I have no reason to doubt it Dec 27 18:27:41 * Edward nods Dec 27 18:36:57 Unless she chooses to disembark Dec 27 18:39:50 I think if you can adequately express your love for her, that will not be the case Dec 27 18:50:58 we’ll see Dec 27 18:51:27 * Morgan nods Dec 27 18:51:29 yes... we will Dec 27 19:07:32 My love for her has not diminished, but my love for my daughter is powerful too Dec 27 19:08:25 She needs to see they are not in competition Dec 27 19:13:28 * Edward nods Dec 27 19:14:07 That my continuing relationship with Florrie is not that I am proud I wronged her Dec 27 19:14:36 * Morgan opens his mouth before shutting again and nodding Dec 27 19:21:36 I know, I know. What is truth doesn’t always matter when it comes up against a woman’s feelings Dec 27 19:21:59 Bloody awkward creatuers Dec 27 19:25:21 * Edward nods Dec 27 19:25:30 Yet time and again, they draw us in Dec 27 19:25:55 * Morgan nods Dec 27 19:25:58 Indeed they do Dec 27 19:29:43 * Edward nods “I hope you can pass on my love to Mina when you speak to Molly” Dec 27 19:30:03 I will, of course Dec 27 19:30:59 Thank you, brother Dec 27 19:31:10 There's no need for that Dec 27 19:31:25 Why? It is just polite Dec 27 19:32:14 * Morgan smiles Dec 27 19:32:18 It is a given for us I think Dec 27 19:35:16 * Edward nods Dec 27 19:35:25 Four o’clock, was it not? Dec 27 19:35:31 * Morgan nods Dec 27 19:35:32 Indeed Dec 27 19:38:58 The weather is not bad, we could take our children to the lake Dec 27 19:39:48 * Morgan nods before smiling suddenly Dec 27 19:42:01 what? Dec 27 19:42:45 I was just remembering... I worried about my scars upsetting Florrie when I swam... do you know what she did? Dec 27 19:45:02 No? Dec 27 19:45:28 She tried to kiss them better Dec 27 19:47:47 * Edward smiles Dec 27 19:48:14 I suppose that is what one does with boo-boos Dec 27 19:48:49 Indeed. Anyway, yes, I'm all for spending a bit of time at the lake Dec 27 19:50:18 * Edward nods Dec 27 19:50:28 I will prepare and then let Alice know Dec 27 19:51:02 She will be coming? Dec 27 19:53:19 * Edward smiles faintly a moment Dec 27 19:53:32 I believe she’ll want to jo8n us, yes Dec 27 19:56:08 * Morgan watches him for a moment Dec 27 19:56:12 Alright then Dec 27 19:57:10 you keep looking at me, has Dresden missed some of my shave? Dec 27 19:57:41 No... I was just contemplating that smile... Dec 27 19:58:39 * Edward smiles “Just some dirty-minded humour” Dec 27 20:00:13 * Morgan nods Dec 27 20:00:29 See, I thought similar but I am a grown up... Dec 27 20:02:01 All I did was smile. Besides, I think when we have been without our wives this long we should be given some grace Dec 27 20:02:17 * Morgan smirks Dec 27 20:02:28 Every now and then I say something that surprises the hell out of me Dec 27 20:03:09 * Edward nods Dec 27 20:03:21 You are becoming more normal Dec 27 20:03:42 * Morgan nods Dec 27 20:03:47 Getting that way... sickening isn't it Dec 27 20:05:31 No, I find it easier to relate to you as I would my friends Dec 27 20:06:24 * Morgan nods Dec 27 20:06:34 That makes sense I suppose Dec 27 20:07:24 * Edward finishes his coffee Dec 27 20:09:06 We will meet you at the lake shortly then Dec 27 20:09:30 * Morgan nods, finishing his coffee and letting him go before going through to get Varick ready Dec 27 20:14:15 *Varick enjoys the idea and so they go to the lake. It’s hard to tell whether it is Edward or Ballard that is less likely to go in, both watching from the edge whilst the others have fun Dec 27 20:14:45 * Morgan bobs along the surface on his back as usual Dec 27 20:15:57 *Florrie calls to Edward * Vati, come water! Dec 27 20:16:11 No, Princess, I’ll watch you from here Dec 27 20:17:04 * Morgan gently paddles his way towards Florrie Dec 27 20:17:29 F: Vati come water now! Dec 27 20:18:40 * Morgan tilts his head to watch his brother Dec 27 20:22:19 * Edward has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Dec 27 20:22:21 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Dec 27 20:22:28 * Molly is now known as Edward Dec 27 20:22:33 * Morgan tilts his head to watch his brother Dec 27 20:22:58 * Edward grimaces, but starts removing his shoes Dec 27 20:24:06 * Morgan bobs alongside Florrie Dec 27 20:24:30 Your Vati is a little bit nervous in the water sweetheart... Dec 27 20:27:18 F: want Vati swim! Dec 27 20:27:44 * Morgan nods Dec 27 20:27:52 I know sweetheart Dec 27 20:29:56 * Edward also takes off his stockings Dec 27 20:30:02 F: Vati in water. Dec 27 20:33:05 He's a little bit scared... we need to be nice to him when he comes in, okay? Dec 27 20:35:37 F: No splash? Dec 27 20:35:52 No, I think it would be best if we don't splash Dec 27 20:40:45 F: I no splash Vati. Dec 27 20:40:51 Good girl Dec 27 20:40:59 * Edward inches into the water Dec 27 20:41:10 V: well done, Uncle Edward! Dec 27 20:41:40 * Morgan gently paddles his way slowly toward the shoreline Dec 27 20:41:51 Do you remember, brother, what I taught you in Graben? Dec 27 20:43:19 How to attempt to float, yes Dec 27 20:43:32 What was the very first thing I told you? Dec 27 20:45:34 relax? Dec 27 20:47:12 Before that Dec 27 20:47:30 * Morgan stands up, water cascading down over his bare torso Dec 27 20:48:13 * Edward looks at the scars he has only seen before when communicating with the mirror Dec 27 20:50:20 * Morgan watches him sympathetically for a moment Dec 27 20:51:45 Well? Dec 27 20:52:49 what did you say? Dec 27 20:54:04 The first thing I told you when you took those first brave steps into the water... Dec 27 20:55:30 yes? Dec 27 20:56:18 Was that I will keep you safe. Dec 27 20:57:23 * Edward nods, water around his ankles Dec 27 20:58:40 * Morgan wanders back into deeper water Dec 27 20:59:28 * Edward slowly follows Dec 27 20:59:36 F: Come Vati! Dec 27 21:00:31 * Morgan slows, waiting for Edward Dec 27 21:03:26 * Edward gets to his knees before stopping, looking around Dec 27 21:06:21 You alright? Dec 27 21:07:25 * Edward watches the water warily Dec 27 21:07:27 I am Dec 27 21:09:03 Its only up to your knees... not too deep to sit down in Dec 27 21:10:34 * Edward nods Dec 27 21:11:06 *Florrie swims towards him. He watches her with a sigh* She is like a fish Dec 27 21:12:04 She's a sailors daughter... it was vital she learn to swim Dec 27 21:12:58 * Edward nods Dec 27 21:13:06 She does not have my problem Dec 27 21:13:22 Not by a long shot. As you say, like a fish... Dec 27 21:16:01 * Edward nods. Florrie gets near him “Vati, swim?” Dec 27 21:17:01 * Morgan sits down in the water Dec 27 21:19:46 * Edward smiles at her before gingerly sitting. it looks like torture Dec 27 21:22:38 *Florrie smiles* Good Vati. Good sit, good boy Dec 27 21:23:40 * Morgan covers a smile as he stretches out, flowing in the shallow water Dec 27 21:23:46 floating* Dec 27 21:25:29 *Florrie comes to sit on Edward’s lap* Dec 27 21:26:17 There, see... not so bad... Dec 27 21:28:25 * Edward smiles, looking at the blonde head of hair “No... not so bad” Dec 27 21:29:35 * Morgan allows himself to drift a little Dec 27 21:31:53 *Edward quietly chats to Florrie, Varick sounds to be playing with Alice* Dec 27 21:37:13 * Morgan quietly just drifts in the water, content, paying attention t the noises around him Dec 27 21:39:11 *they do this quite a while, Edward just sitting in the shallows, the others coming and going to him Dec 27 21:41:00 * Morgan smiles, keeping an eye to the time Dec 27 21:42:33 *HH appears at Quarter after three* Hey man, it’s getting on a bit Dec 27 21:43:38 * Morgan nods, getting up and walking out of the water Dec 27 21:44:32 *the others follow suit, getting partly dried off before walking back to the house* Dec 27 21:44:52 * Morgan walks along quietly, glancing at Edward Dec 27 21:45:43 * Edward looks at the house Dec 27 21:45:54 I can feel you looking at me Dec 27 21:46:14 Thats creepy Dec 27 21:46:43 yes, it is Dec 27 21:47:34 That you can feel it, not that I was looking... besides... I glanced. Dec 27 21:47:48 why? Dec 27 21:48:08 Big deal, you being in the water... and seeing my scars up close... Dec 27 21:49:58 * Edward nods Dec 27 21:50:10 they are worse than I remember Dec 27 21:53:16 Hard to see in a mirror... they look smaller Dec 27 21:54:16 * Edward nods Dec 27 21:55:42 They do Dec 27 21:56:35 You want a proper look? Where you're not imminently distracted? Dec 27 21:57:34 * Edward nods Dec 27 21:57:37 I will Dec 27 21:57:56 * Morgan looks surprised Dec 27 21:57:59 Alright Dec 27 22:00:15 You want Father’s approval as you are, and I suspect mine also Dec 27 22:00:40 * Morgan nods Dec 27 22:01:23 I did warn you there was a chance you'd be seeing them... Dec 27 22:02:38 * Edward nods Dec 27 22:02:40 I know Dec 27 22:04:02 The scars... well... they just have to be accepted Dec 27 22:05:02 * Edward nods Dec 27 22:05:12 They are a record of the past Dec 27 22:05:43 * Morgan nods Dec 27 22:05:48 Yes.. I suppose they are Dec 27 22:08:07 * Edward branches off inside, as do Florrie and Alice Dec 27 22:08:10 * Edward is now known as HH Dec 27 22:08:22 want me to get Varick dry while you do yerself? Dec 27 22:09:03 * Morgan smiles, shaking his head Dec 27 22:09:18 Oh... second thoughts... yes. I'll get dry and have coffee brought Dec 27 22:12:43 * HH nods, going to do that Dec 27 22:13:31 * Morgan goes into his room, getting himself dried off before ringing for coffee Dec 27 22:19:35 *the All gets set up, Dresden taking away his swimming things and towels, the cream flannel of the morning already long gone for the wash and the bed neatly made* Dec 27 22:24:22 * Morgan smiles to himself, setting up the mirror, ready Dec 27 22:29:32 * HH is now known as Molly Dec 27 22:30:34 * Molly has obviously done likewise, and left it. What he sees is a distant view of her laid on the bed with Emil, nursing whilst stroking his little fingers Dec 27 22:31:11 * Morgan watches for a moment before making an 'ahem' noise Dec 27 22:35:10 * Molly smiles, carefully standing up and trying to leverage the baby made heavy by the position Dec 27 22:37:53 I'll call Varick through... Dec 27 22:40:18 Unless you need a couple of minutes with me first, we are early... Dec 27 22:46:09 I would not take that from him... he is desperate to see you both Dec 27 22:47:07 * Molly comes to sit by the mirror Dec 27 22:47:17 Are you faring well though? Dec 27 22:47:50 * Morgan nods Dec 27 22:47:57 Aye, well enough Dec 27 22:49:07 * Molly nods Dec 27 22:49:37 I am glad to hear it. My shopping it complete, I look forward to show you when I return Dec 27 22:50:09 * Morgan nods Dec 27 22:50:20 Edward has asked we pass on his love to Mina... Dec 27 22:52:28 * Molly nods, smiling. Emil pulls off, looking at the mirror Dec 27 22:52:53 * Morgan smiles Dec 27 22:52:57 Hello little lamb Dec 27 22:53:58 E: Bah! Vah-eee! Dec 27 22:55:00 * Morgan smiles again Dec 27 22:55:07 I'll just get our son... one moment Dec 27 22:57:23 * Molly nods, doing up her dress Dec 27 23:03:13 * Morgan heads out to fetch Varick Dec 27 23:08:12 *Varick is dressed and dry Dec 27 23:08:23 You ready? There's someone would like to speak to you Dec 27 23:14:03 *Varick goes running in, sitting in front of the mirror and chatting away. HH leans against the door frame, smiling* HH: need me to hang round just in case you need babysitting? Dec 27 23:14:52 No, we're good man... need you to make preparations for you to take my son to meet our girls, stay overnight then bring them all back Dec 27 23:15:30 *HH nods, going to do that* Dec 27 23:15:47 * Morgan goes back into his room, sitting by Varick Dec 27 23:16:49 *they continue chatting about what Varick has been doing, and what Molly has been doing. Emil waves the rattle around* Dec 27 23:19:20 * Morgan gently strokes Varicks hair while they talk Dec 27 23:21:30 * Molly watches them both fondly Dec 27 23:21:45 We are looking forward to getting home to you, very much Dec 27 23:21:59 * Morgan nods Dec 27 23:22:05 As are we Dec 27 23:33:43 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client)