**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Feb 10 00:40:52 2024 Feb 10 00:40:52 * Molly has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Feb 10 00:57:50 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Feb 10 12:18:44 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Feb 10 13:40:48 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Feb 10 13:41:41 Movement always helps you. Training, or swimming, riding or walking. Feb 10 13:41:41 * Morgan nods Feb 10 13:41:41 I suppose it does Feb 10 13:41:41 * Molly smiles, squeezing his hand over her belly Feb 10 13:41:41 we’d best follow before they leave us behind Feb 10 13:41:44 * Morgan nods, leaning to kiss her gently for a moment before starting to move again Feb 10 13:41:46 * Molly walks close beside him. The breeze brings the scent of her to him mixed with the flowers. By the end of the walk it’s time to get the children cleaned up and ready for their tea Feb 10 13:42:54 * Morgan helps Varick get ready Feb 10 13:43:33 * Molly is now known as Varick Feb 10 13:43:49 Do we really have to leave after my baptism? Feb 10 13:44:02 * Morgan nods Feb 10 13:44:04 I'm afraid so Feb 10 13:46:49 I want to stay here Feb 10 13:47:59 Me too... but we need to go celebrate with Jarvie and Grendlik for Matthias' baptism, like they are for yours. And Mama wants to help Sascha with her babies Feb 10 13:50:37 * Varick sighs Feb 10 13:51:05 Okay Vati. But I do want to live in our house now, not just visit Feb 10 13:51:35 Well, look at it like this... we're visiting other places, but this is where we live... we come back here Feb 10 13:51:51 but we don’t stay anywhere Feb 10 13:52:14 *Molly glances at Morgan from where she’s sat feeding Emil* Feb 10 13:52:50 Thats just because we're very busy, son. Feb 10 13:55:02 * Varick nods, helping set the table when Dresden brings the food Feb 10 13:55:19 [he has a point though, doesn’t he?] Feb 10 13:55:28 [yes, he does] Feb 10 13:57:34 [he also should have a tutor by now] Feb 10 13:58:16 * Morgan looks to Dresden Feb 10 13:58:37 Dresden, would you put some time into finding a good tutor for us to meet? Feb 10 14:01:10 *Dresden nods* Yes, my Lord Feb 10 14:01:43 * Morgan nods, thanking him Feb 10 14:02:42 *Dresden goes* Feb 10 14:03:26 I don’t want a tutor Feb 10 14:04:27 Well, I don't want to send you to the academy Feb 10 14:05:14 * Varick sighs Feb 10 14:05:22 okay, I’ll have a tutor Feb 10 14:05:39 * Morgan nods Feb 10 14:07:32 *Dresden is back after less than three minutes* Feb 10 14:07:44 No way were you that quick Feb 10 14:08:31 Dresden: No, Excellency, but Lady Koertig a-and Fr-Frau Forrester have arrived Feb 10 14:08:45 * Morgan smiles Feb 10 14:08:51 Grandmas! *he grins* Feb 10 14:09:18 Are they already inside? Feb 10 14:10:47 D: They’ve just pulled into the coachyard Feb 10 14:11:32 * Morgan nods Feb 10 14:11:48 We'll be down to meet them. Would you let my brother know Feb 10 14:12:02 *He bows before going* Feb 10 14:12:29 * Morgan looks to Molly Feb 10 14:12:31 Shall we? Feb 10 14:14:21 * Varick is now known as Molly Feb 10 14:14:43 * Molly does up her dress, and burps Emil Feb 10 14:15:21 V: *he looks excited* I haven’t seen my Grandmas in aaaaages Feb 10 14:15:34 * Morgan nods Feb 10 14:16:23 I know. They're looking forward to seeing you Feb 10 14:17:32 V: Come on Mama, I want to show them Emil! Feb 10 14:20:51 * Molly carries Emil down to the main hall, Varick encouraging them to hurry up. Feb 10 14:21:03 * Morgan walks along beside her Feb 10 14:21:08 [nervous?] Feb 10 14:21:19 [yes, I am] Feb 10 14:21:26 [why?] Feb 10 14:22:10 [I’m not sure. Mama and Alice, whether they’ll like Emil] Feb 10 14:22:35 [They'll love him. As for your mother.... Do you want me to talk to her instead?] Feb 10 14:24:06 [would you mind?] Feb 10 14:25:08 [I can't promise I won't make a hash of it] Feb 10 14:25:53 [It will be well] Feb 10 14:26:05 * Morgan nods, following Varick Feb 10 14:34:00 *there’s no sign of Edward and Mina, and Morgan and the others arrive in the main hall barely a minute before Verity and Martha come in. They both look elated to see them all Feb 10 14:36:34 Verity smiles, coming to hug Morgan: Dear boy! what a lovely house! Feb 10 14:36:58 * Morgan kisses her cheek, hugging her Feb 10 14:37:14 Thank you mother... we're so glad you're here Feb 10 14:37:22 **Martha hasn't seen her daughter since their brief visit in December for Memorial Day and to collect Edward for his wedding. She looks excited as expected** Oh my dear Moll! *she hugs Molly before looking at her face with a smile for just a beat longer than normal* You look very well, my dear girl. *Molly smiles* As do you, Mama. Feb 10 14:38:11 Ve: *she hugs Varick* look how tall you are now! Var: I grew a lot! Feb 10 14:38:26 He's been so excited to see you both Feb 10 14:39:43 *Verity nods* And I him, I want to hear all about your adventures, Varick *Varick nods* This is my brother, He’s called Emil Feb 10 14:40:12 *Martha is already fussing over the baby who responds to his name by saying “Meee” Feb 10 14:40:33 *Verity smiles at Morga* Isn’t he darling?! Feb 10 14:40:39 * Morgan nods Feb 10 14:41:15 He is. Varicks been taking his duties as a big brother very seriously, helping all the time with him Feb 10 14:41:54 *Verity nods* how do you like having a brother? Feb 10 14:42:26 Va: He’s my best friend, we are going to race boats on the lake Feb 10 14:42:57 *Emil is smiling away at Martha, who is baby-talking him* Feb 10 14:43:11 Once I've built them Feb 10 14:44:26 * Molly smiles “would you like to be shown to your rooms and then to our parlour? I’m sure the boys would love for you to come to play” Feb 10 14:45:43 *Both of them nod, and so the little group progresses upstairs behind Mondel who is going to show them the way* Feb 10 14:46:19 Ve: Will you give us a full tour later, dear boy? Feb 10 14:46:34 * Morgan nods Feb 10 14:46:44 Of course mother Feb 10 14:47:03 Ma: David said it was nice, he wasn’t wrong Feb 10 14:47:17 * Morgan nods Feb 10 14:47:24 We're slowly putting our touches on the place Feb 10 14:48:12 Ma: It always takes time to make a house a home Feb 10 14:48:30 * Morgan nods Feb 10 14:50:47 That it does... though we've already got one of Edwards painting up in the entryway Feb 10 14:51:29 Ver: It’s a lovely piece of work, he’s done well. Where is Edward? Feb 10 14:52:02 I don't know... I sent Dresden to find him when we heard you had arrived Feb 10 14:53:12 Ver: Once we’ve freshened up we’ll see if we can find him, I have missed him these months Feb 10 14:53:30 * Morgan nods Feb 10 14:53:32 Alright mother Feb 10 14:56:12 *Dresden shows them to their rooms, both in the same bit where Heinzharold’s and Edward’s is Feb 10 14:57:21 Dresden, did you find my brother? Feb 10 14:59:17 *The women go in, and Molly takes the children back to their rooms Feb 10 14:59:33 D: He s-s-said he’d b-be right there Feb 10 15:01:28 I wonder where he got to... Feb 10 15:02:12 *He glances towards Edward’s door* I could knock again? Feb 10 15:02:28 I'll take care of it Feb 10 15:06:55 *Dresden goes, leaving him* Feb 10 15:07:08 * Morgan moves toward Edwards door, listening Feb 10 15:10:10 *It opens just as he gets close* Feb 10 15:10:14 * Molly is now known as Edward Feb 10 15:12:07 Morgan. Feb 10 15:12:22 * Morgan looks at him seriously Feb 10 15:12:26 Is something wrong? Feb 10 15:14:51 * Edward shakes his head Feb 10 15:14:58 Not at all Feb 10 15:15:46 * Morgan nods Feb 10 15:16:11 Good. Just, thats how you greet me when you're not sure if we're at odds. Thought I'd missed something Feb 10 15:17:26 * Edward smiles slightly, glancing behind him before stepping out into the hall “You did, though your valet almost did not!” Feb 10 15:18:00 Ah. I did wonder if that might be the reason. Mother and mama are freshening up then are going to join us in our parlour. Mother is desperately looking forward to seeing you Feb 10 15:19:45 * Edward nods Feb 10 15:20:00 We will join you promptly Feb 10 15:20:18 * Morgan nods, speaking quietly Feb 10 15:20:26 I'm going to introduce mother to Alice before dinner Feb 10 15:21:50 * Edward nods Feb 10 15:22:00 what about Florrie? Feb 10 15:22:47 I was thinking of letting Alice and Molly introduce them Feb 10 15:24:06 * Edward frowns, gently shutting the door Feb 10 15:24:07 why? Feb 10 15:25:14 Because I don't want Florrie seeing any pain on mothers face at meeting her, which there will be if I am there, and I think it a good opportunity for Alice to see what a loving woman our mother is Feb 10 15:26:11 I want to be there Feb 10 15:26:44 * Morgan frowns Feb 10 15:26:58 Would you tell me why? Feb 10 15:28:07 She is my daughter and I love her Feb 10 15:28:35 Thats it? Feb 10 15:29:55 I want to be there when my Mother meets my Daughter for the first time Feb 10 15:30:13 * Morgan blinks a couple of times before nodding Feb 10 15:30:45 I understand. I was thinking tomorrow, save getting Florrie excited before bed. Feb 10 15:31:43 * Edward nods Feb 10 15:31:57 I am happy with that Feb 10 15:32:25 * Morgan nods, not quite looking at him Feb 10 15:32:39 I'll mention to Molly, the three of you can arrange it Feb 10 15:34:37 * Edward puts a hand on his shoulder Feb 10 15:34:44 what is troubling you, brother? Feb 10 15:35:17 Just... a tough day. More sadness than I expected, thats all Feb 10 15:37:10 * Edward nods solemnly Feb 10 15:37:17 What can I do? Feb 10 15:37:32 * Morgan shrugs Feb 10 15:38:00 No idea... I'm just working on the idea of not hiding these things Feb 10 15:38:14 * Edward nods Feb 10 15:39:22 It will be difficult for you with Mother and Florrie Feb 10 15:39:36 Yes, it will... that I anticipated Feb 10 15:40:16 There is something you did not? Have you already told her about Molly? Feb 10 15:40:43 no... no, we're going to wait a little while, we don't want to distract from the baptisms Feb 10 15:41:10 * Edward nods Feb 10 15:44:45 What -is- bothering you. Feb 10 15:45:12 I don't wish to upset you Feb 10 15:45:49 You do that by keeping things from me Feb 10 15:45:58 * Morgan frowns, sighing Feb 10 15:46:39 I am upset at not having been able to introduce -my- daughter to mother. I hadn't expected it to be upsetting. Feb 10 15:47:34 * Edward nods Feb 10 15:48:16 It is something she must regret too Feb 10 15:49:22 Yes, I imagine so. I, uhh... I could really do with a hug Feb 10 15:49:44 * Edward hugs him without reservation Feb 10 15:49:57 * Morgan breathes slowly Feb 10 15:50:03 For the love of god I am not crying again today Feb 10 15:50:29 what do you gain from not doing so? Feb 10 15:50:53 I'm tired of it. I don't -want- to anymore Feb 10 15:51:18 * Edward nods Feb 10 15:54:21 * Morgan lets him go Feb 10 15:54:37 Don't be too long... I don't imagine it'll take mother and mama long to join us Feb 10 15:55:02 Mimi just needs to fix her hair and makeup, then we’ll come Feb 10 15:55:12 * Morgan nods, swallowing Feb 10 15:55:13 again Feb 10 15:55:24 * Edward sniggers Feb 10 15:55:52 That might have been the problem, yes Feb 10 15:56:08 * Morgan nods, taking a deep breath and squaring his shoulders Feb 10 15:56:37 Go on, get ready to introduce your son to her Feb 10 15:56:47 * Morgan smiles Feb 10 15:56:58 They've met... I'll see you soon Feb 10 15:57:06 * Edward goes back in Feb 10 15:57:17 * Morgan sighs, heading back to his own room Feb 10 15:57:30 * Edward is now known as Molly Feb 10 15:59:12 * Molly Is tidying the parlour whilst Maggie supervises the children eating Feb 10 16:00:07 I'll introduce mother to Alice before dinner, let them have a few minutes to talk... Edward wants to be there when you and Alice introduce mother to Florrie Feb 10 16:00:23 * Molly nods Feb 10 16:00:30 If that is his wish Feb 10 16:00:59 I understand his desire to... Feb 10 16:02:05 Excuse us a moment, Maggie... *she leads through to the children’s bedroom* Feb 10 16:03:48 * Morgan watches her Feb 10 16:03:58 ... but...? Feb 10 16:04:46 * Morgan shrugs Feb 10 16:05:10 Its not something I got to do... I'm finding it painful Feb 10 16:05:28 * Molly hugs him without needing to be told Feb 10 16:05:55 * Morgan leans into her, resting his head to her shoulder Feb 10 16:06:22 I'm alright... I'm learning to be... upset without being too distressed... Feb 10 16:06:59 * Molly strokes his back Feb 10 16:07:17 It’s natural to feel sad, envious, and angry, my love Feb 10 16:09:09 * Morgan nods Feb 10 16:09:17 Yes, it is. Its unpleasant... and unexpected Feb 10 16:10:20 is it? With everything about the similarities, I was always concerned you’d see in their relationship the lack of one between your Mother and Jana Feb 10 16:18:14 I've been so focussed on everything else it hadn't occurred to me Feb 10 16:18:20 * Molly nods Feb 10 16:18:56 All we can do it just keep focusing on everyone’s healing Feb 10 16:19:10 Yes... I need to not shy away from how I'm feeling I think Feb 10 16:20:33 * Molly nods Feb 10 16:20:56 Hiding a wound never helps it heal Feb 10 16:21:04 No... it doesn't Feb 10 16:22:26 You have to let us all be here to help you now Feb 10 16:23:17 * Morgan nods Feb 10 16:23:21 Yes, I do Feb 10 16:23:28 * Molly kisses his temple Feb 10 16:23:37 we’re all here, we all love you, so much. Feb 10 16:24:02 * Morgan nods Feb 10 16:24:15 Yes, I know Feb 10 16:25:04 * Molly nods, squeezing him Feb 10 16:25:18 we should get ready for them Feb 10 16:25:49 * Morgan nods straightening up Feb 10 16:25:53 Yes, we should Feb 10 16:25:58 Edward and Mina will be along shortly Feb 10 16:26:10 where were they? Feb 10 16:26:55 Indisposed Feb 10 16:27:31 They were in bed?! In the middle of the day?! Feb 10 16:29:07 Uh huh Feb 10 16:31:26 * Molly smiles “I’m not sure if I’m more surprised or envious!” Feb 10 16:31:56 * Morgan smiles Feb 10 16:32:01 Wasn't out in the grounds though Feb 10 16:33:24 * Molly smiles “That is true, but you know I’ll have you anywhere and everywhere given the opportunity!” Feb 10 16:33:37 * Morgan nods Feb 10 16:34:08 Maybe we'll get HeinzHarold to run interference for us tomorrow afternoon Feb 10 16:34:49 * Molly nods Feb 10 16:35:55 I would very much enjoy that, and I imagine our mothers will be keen to have the children Feb 10 16:36:08 * Morgan nods Feb 10 16:36:10 Probably Feb 10 16:37:07 * Molly smiles “I’ll cross my fingers then” Feb 10 16:37:38 * Morgan nods Feb 10 16:37:40 Alright love Feb 10 16:39:01 * Molly kisses his cheek, keeping her lips against his skin a few moments, just breathing in his shaving soap Feb 10 16:39:56 * Morgan sighs Feb 10 16:40:01 Alright, lets get this place ready Feb 10 16:40:52 * Molly nods “And if you need me, you can whisk me away as you wish...” Feb 10 16:41:01 As always Feb 10 16:41:22 * Molly smiles warmly Feb 10 16:41:39 I love that you are confident in that knowledge Feb 10 16:41:46 * Morgan smiles Feb 10 16:44:06 My body is yours, be it for comfort, pleasure, or to carry and nurse your children Feb 10 16:44:40 * Morgan nods Feb 10 16:44:41 good Feb 10 16:46:17 * Molly smiles “Now, come along, my dear Duke, before I get distracted by some very nice thoughts of taking care of your needs!” Feb 10 16:46:39 * Morgan nods Feb 10 16:46:43 Indeed Feb 10 16:47:14 * Molly takes his hand and kisses his knuckles before they head back in Feb 10 16:48:59 *The children are still eating* Feb 10 16:50:13 * Morgan moves to sit with them, helping Emil Feb 10 16:51:40 *Emil enjoys having Morgan’s attention, and is eating well when there’s a knock on the door* Feb 10 16:53:09 * Morgan calls for them to enter Feb 10 16:53:40 *Martha and Verity both come in* Feb 10 16:54:07 Ma: There’s our boys! Feb 10 16:54:44 *Verity looks around the parlour room* This is very nice and homely, isn’t it? Feb 10 16:56:03 * Morgan smiles Feb 10 16:56:12 You like it? Feb 10 16:57:16 *Verity nods* It’s very You, dear boy Feb 10 16:57:41 * Morgan smiles again Feb 10 16:57:43 I suppose it is Feb 10 16:58:40 [In truth, with a little kitchen, we could live just with our suite of bathroom, two bedrooms, dressing room, and parlour] Feb 10 16:58:53 [I suppose we could, yes Feb 10 16:59:38 *Martha comes to Emil, holding our her hands* Do you want to come to see me, Emil? Feb 10 17:00:08 E: *he holds his arms up* Uh Uh! Feb 10 17:00:43 * Morgan lifts him, handing him to Martha Feb 10 17:04:24 *Martha looks in her element, holding safely with the arms that once held Morgan’s wife this way* Such a smiley boy Feb 10 17:04:42 * Molly watches them quietly Feb 10 17:56:54 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Feb 10 18:06:40 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Feb 10 22:25:01 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Feb 10 22:29:54 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Feb 10 22:30:02 *Verity nods* It’s very You, dear boy Feb 10 22:30:02 * Morgan smiles again Feb 10 22:30:02 I suppose it is Feb 10 22:30:02 [In truth, with a little kitchen, we could live just with our suite of bathroom, two bedrooms, dressing room, and parlour] Feb 10 22:30:02 [I suppose we could, yes Feb 10 22:30:05 *Martha comes to Emil, holding our her hands* Do you want to come to see me, Emil? Feb 10 22:30:09 E: *he holds his arms up* Uh Uh! Feb 10 22:30:11 * Morgan lifts him, handing him to Martha Feb 10 22:30:13 *Martha looks in her element, holding safely with the arms that once held Morgan’s wife this way* Such a smiley boy Feb 10 22:30:15 * Molly watches them quietly Feb 10 22:31:09 *Emil as usual seems happy even when meeting a stranger, beaming away* Feb 10 22:31:23 [what troubles you?] Feb 10 22:31:39 [I’m not sure. I’m alright, love] Feb 10 22:32:38 *Verity comes to look at the baby too, though he seems to recognise her from the mirror because he says ‘bah!’ Feb 10 22:33:08 [You are not being truthful my love] Feb 10 22:34:13 * Molly frowns slightly [I do not like you saying that. I’m not sure what is troubling me, but I truly am okay. I would not lie to you] Feb 10 22:34:45 [I say it because I didn't think you were being truthful to yourself] Feb 10 22:34:59 *Verity and Martha share the baby between them, both looking happy* Feb 10 22:35:29 [I am. I just do not know] Feb 10 22:35:51 Verity: He’s got such lovely gray eyes Feb 10 22:36:07 Var: *he nods* He gets them from Uncle Edward Feb 10 22:36:23 * Morgan smiles, watching them closely Feb 10 22:36:33 *the women smile at this* Feb 10 22:37:30 Ver: They are like your Grandpa’s too Feb 10 22:38:26 Ma: Do people comment often about he looks like neither of you? *she addresses Morgan* Feb 10 22:39:13 Now and then, but not often... I think they're a little scared of me here Feb 10 22:40:08 Ma: *she smiles* They’ll soon come to learn you’re not as scary as you look Feb 10 22:40:26 * Molly goes to sit with Varick Feb 10 22:42:12 You'd think so Feb 10 22:44:05 Ma: People used to comment on how blonde Peter was with mine being reddish and David being brunette Feb 10 22:46:11 * Molly takes a piece of apple offered by Varick Feb 10 22:47:55 It is the Rosenkrantz blood, Seb and Ilena are both blonde Feb 10 22:48:32 * Morgan nods Feb 10 22:48:39 How is David feeling about meeting them? Feb 10 22:49:59 Ma: *she leaves Verity to fuss over Emil, and pours hot drinks for all the adults as she talks* I think him more nervous that they will want to talk him into becoming the future ruler than actually meeting them Feb 10 22:50:26 Sebastian might give it a go Feb 10 22:51:19 He just wants to sail really, rather than settle Feb 10 22:51:33 * Morgan nods Feb 10 22:51:50 Ma: I cannot fathom it. I hated sailing here. Feb 10 22:52:38 * Molly smiles at Morgan, shrugging “It comes from our paternal ancestors” Feb 10 22:52:48 * Morgan nods Feb 10 22:54:30 *Martha brings Molly tea, and coffee for Morgan* Feb 10 22:55:34 Thank you mama Feb 10 22:55:45 Ma: It’s a good chance to meet the four of them. He’s been coming to terms with knowing that George wasn’t his father by blood Feb 10 22:57:04 * Morgan nods Feb 10 22:57:35 I agree... its not the main focus of their meeting, so that should take some pressure off Feb 10 22:57:58 *Verity takes Emil to the couch, sitting him on her lap facing her* Feb 10 22:58:53 Ma: I was very surprised to hear you’d adopted again! *she looks to Molly as well before looking back to Morgan* Feb 10 22:59:24 It wasn't what we had planned, thats for sure Feb 10 23:02:09 Ma: I said to David, I thought they’d be in a rush to have a baby to secure the succession... *she watches them both* Feb 10 23:04:03 * Molly doesn’t give much of a reaction “We loved him too much to let him go, there was no stopping those feelings” Feb 10 23:05:16 * Morgan sips his coffee Feb 10 23:05:27 Indeed Feb 10 23:07:10 Ma: How old is he now? Feb 10 23:07:31 Just under a year... his birthday is in may Feb 10 23:08:47 Ma: That’s not long now. Is he walking? Feb 10 23:09:11 Not yet Feb 10 23:09:15 *There’s a knock on the door, Edward’s knock* Feb 10 23:09:34 Come in Edward Feb 10 23:10:52 * Molly is now known as Edward Feb 10 23:11:09 * Edward comes in, bringing Mina with him Feb 10 23:11:38 Good afternoon Mother, Frau Forrester Feb 10 23:12:33 *Verity gets up, taking Emil to Martha who perches him on her hip* Feb 10 23:13:03 Ve: Dear boy! it’s so good to see you again! *she hugs Edward* Feb 10 23:14:24 * Morgan watches Martha Feb 10 23:14:31 [reckon she'll stop fishing?] Feb 10 23:16:02 [That depends. Does night still follow day?] Feb 10 23:17:20 [when last I checked] Feb 10 23:18:04 [then no, she won’t. When it stops, so will she] Feb 10 23:18:47 [She's paying far too much attention to you... she has an inkling I'd say] Feb 10 23:20:32 [or she just assumes it because I’ve gained weight. It wouldn’t be the first time they’ve just assumed it without proper information.] Feb 10 23:20:58 [I wonder if -that- is what's bothering you Feb 10 23:21:14 * Morgan sips his coffee Feb 10 23:21:48 *Verity hugs Mina next, then looks at her seriously* Dear Mina, how -are- you, my dear? Feb 10 23:23:07 *Mina looks a little sad rather than courtly, for a change* I am not used to travelling without or my Father, or without him being safely in Graben during my absence. I miss him. Feb 10 23:23:34 * Edward glances at Morgan a moment Feb 10 23:24:05 * Morgan puts his coffee down, getting up and moving to hug Mina firmly for a moment before letting her go Feb 10 23:26:11 *Mina makes a sharp intake of breath before looking a little surprised* Feb 10 23:26:54 Ver: It is very difficult in the first year of losing a parent, but we are here to support you Feb 10 23:27:10 * Morgan squeezes her arm briefly before going to sit back down Feb 10 23:28:57 Mi: Thank you Feb 10 23:30:22 *Verity starts asking them all about their trip from Graben to Hafenlohr, and Edward tells her all about it. Molly gets them drinks, and spots are found to sit in. Whilst they chat, Emil starts to yawn and get fussy Feb 10 23:30:45 Ah... I think someone wants a feed before bed Feb 10 23:32:14 *Molly comes to take him from Martha* Thank you, Mama Feb 10 23:32:46 Martha... do you think we could have a moment to talk? Feb 10 23:33:19 *she nods, watching Molly go* Of course, Morgan Feb 10 23:33:38 * Morgan nods, excusing them and leading her to another room Feb 10 23:35:19 * Edward is now known as Martha Feb 10 23:35:30 * Martha follows, looking around Feb 10 23:35:42 Molly will be very happy in a house like this Feb 10 23:35:52 Why's that? Feb 10 23:38:06 It looks beautiful Feb 10 23:38:15 * Morgan nods Feb 10 23:38:41 We do love it here... I'll show you the grounds tomorrow Feb 10 23:39:30 * Martha nods Feb 10 23:39:55 Yes, that would be nice Feb 10 23:40:03 * Morgan nods Feb 10 23:40:13 You seem to be watching Molly quite a bit more than is... usual... Feb 10 23:42:02 * Martha smiles a little Feb 10 23:42:27 Yes, I am, but that is not something to worry yourself about Feb 10 23:42:57 She is my wife... I am concerned. Feb 10 23:43:54 I do not want to be jumping the gun, so I’ll keep my observations to myself. Feb 10 23:44:24 I see... what brings you to that conclusion? Feb 10 23:45:35 Which conclusion? Feb 10 23:45:53 Don't treat me like a fool, mama Feb 10 23:46:11 * Martha smiles slightly Feb 10 23:46:29 My Moll doesn’t get freckles from the sun, she never has Feb 10 23:47:08 Avalonian and Eisen sun has nothing on Capperlucia... Feb 10 23:50:43 * Martha smiles Feb 10 23:51:04 I have no freckles. I’ve had them thirteen times though Feb 10 23:51:22 Huh... Feb 10 23:52:07 * Martha nods Feb 10 23:52:52 That is my conclusion. But I will keep quiet and say nothing more Feb 10 23:53:36 Very well... I wanted to talk to you about Alice Feb 10 23:56:00 * Martha nods slightly Feb 10 23:58:50 Yes? Feb 10 23:59:49 I know you disapprove deeply of what happened... but I need you to leave that in the past... there's a lot of hurt going around, and no matter how it came about, Florrie and Alice are a part of our family now. Meeting them will be difficult for my mother and father, and will be a strain on Edward and Mina, so I'm asking you to put your disapproval aside and lend your support to your family