**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Mar 30 00:00:08 2024 Mar 30 00:00:08 * Morgan stands Mar 30 00:00:26 [I'll leave the gentle education of Diana with you shall I?] Mar 30 00:01:04 *the men also stand, pulling chairs out of the way for them* Mar 30 00:01:51 * Morgan watches them leave the room before looking to his father Mar 30 00:02:02 I've some kvass that isn't drugged in the games room Mar 30 00:02:12 * Molly is now known as Adalbrecht Mar 30 00:02:55 * Adalbrecht nods, taking out his cigar tin Mar 30 00:03:11 Send for it Mar 30 00:03:41 You don't wish to try your look at billiards? Or darts? Not against me, obviously, that'd be a waste of time Mar 30 00:05:35 If that is your wish, you are the host Mar 30 00:06:03 * Morgan nods Mar 30 00:06:09 Head on down, I need a word with Mondel Mar 30 00:07:45 * Adalbrecht nods, the others following Mar 30 00:08:05 * Morgan waits until they're out of earshot before moving to Mondel Mar 30 00:08:29 One bowl of soup aside, I think that went well Mar 30 00:08:56 * Adalbrecht is now known as Mondel Mar 30 00:09:08 * Mondel nods “Yes, your Excellency” Mar 30 00:10:07 Was it saltier than she liked, or was it... business as usual with her? Mar 30 00:11:24 I believe she used to like it unsalted, but we all agree it is better with it Mar 30 00:11:45 * Morgan nods Mar 30 00:12:11 Sugar. It counteracts the taste of salt, saves making two lots Mar 30 00:13:58 * Mondel nods Mar 30 00:14:07 I will let Frau Arendt know Mar 30 00:14:34 * Morgan pats his shoulder Mar 30 00:14:56 You've all done well tonight.. pass that along, would you? Mar 30 00:15:21 * Mondel smiles, bowing Mar 30 00:15:27 Yes your Excellency Mar 30 00:16:57 * Morgan leaves him, heading to the games room Mar 30 00:18:41 *The men are all there, taking up seats and lounging spots as if they all live here too, which many have. Despite missing dinner, Yensid is here too Mar 30 00:19:07 * Morgan gets out the kvass, pouring some for each of them Mar 30 00:20:43 *they each take it, but DeeDee sniffs it before setting it down* DeeDee: No, still too soon Mar 30 00:21:48 * Morgan nods Mar 30 00:22:05 It tastes as it should... I've tried it. However... vodka? Mar 30 00:22:44 *DeeDee nods* yes please Mar 30 00:23:01 * Morgan nods, pouring him a glass and handing it to him Mar 30 00:24:10 *Witts looks to Morgan* Are all Capperlucian women that beautiful? Mar 30 00:24:26 *DeeDee takes it, thanking him* Mar 30 00:24:26 * Morgan smiles a little Mar 30 00:24:35 Give up on that one, Witts Mar 30 00:24:50 HH: $she’d kill him$ Mar 30 00:25:07 $Oh yeah, skinned, turned inside out, sewed back up again$ Mar 30 00:25:14 Witts: She isn’t married, she mentioned that Mar 30 00:25:30 $yep$ Mar 30 00:26:05 No, thats very true... but you wouldn't want one of their dragons to eat you Mar 30 00:26:35 Witts: They have dragons? Mar 30 00:27:44 * Morgan nods Mar 30 00:28:04 * Morgan glances at Edward Mar 30 00:28:09 And half the men breastfeed Mar 30 00:28:42 *This raises a lot of laughter* Mar 30 00:29:08 * Morgan sips his drink Mar 30 00:31:01 Potts: I hate to be the one to say it, but men don’t have breasts Mar 30 00:32:13 Now, the thing I'm wondering is whether or not I should keep it all to myself until the Eisenfurst arrives so he can see all your shocked faces when you hear it all Mar 30 00:32:49 Ad: I hope he arrives in time Mar 30 00:33:25 * Morgan nods, sipping his drink Mar 30 00:33:33 indeed... Mar 30 00:36:10 *James and Walder and playing billiards, Edward’s friends at darts. Adalbrecht sits by Morgan* Is everything ready? Mar 30 00:36:19 * Mondel is now known as Adalbrecht Mar 30 00:37:56 Near as dammit, yes Mar 30 00:38:06 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 00:41:01 I would advise having a receiving line afterwards. Let the people come to you and you will not accidentally miss someone Mar 30 00:41:27 Stand by the door, you mean? Mar 30 00:42:10 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 00:42:26 You will want to see every Freiarr, naturally Mar 30 00:43:07 * Morgan nods Mar 30 00:43:21 Yes... though I don't imagine many will appreciate seeing me Mar 30 00:44:23 You’ll have Molly beside you Mar 30 00:45:02 * Morgan nods Mar 30 00:46:04 Make sure you have staff on hand so you and Molly are not out of action to see to them Mar 30 00:46:15 * Morgan nods Mar 30 00:46:21 They are very capable Mar 30 00:46:28 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 00:47:01 You should cancel your quiet hour Mar 30 00:47:27 * Morgan shifts so he can speak quietly Mar 30 00:47:36 That is what we planned but... if Molly needs to rest... Mar 30 00:47:45 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 00:47:59 Then you will have to do it by yourself Mar 30 00:48:16 Yes, but quiet hour gives us the excuse needed, thats my point Mar 30 00:50:21 No, I would advise against it. Say she must nurse instead Mar 30 00:50:30 * Morgan nods Mar 30 00:50:32 alright Mar 30 00:52:51 Edward will need to do likewise Mar 30 00:53:20 Yes, he will Mar 30 00:55:22 *Adalbrecht watches his younger son and HH ragging each other about the darts* what has happened with those two? Mar 30 00:59:02 * Adalbrecht has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Mar 30 01:57:41 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Mar 30 15:36:26 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Mar 30 17:08:14 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Mar 30 17:37:40 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Mar 30 18:48:59 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Mar 30 18:51:12 You should cancel your quiet hour Mar 30 18:51:12 * Morgan shifts so he can speak quietly Mar 30 18:51:12 That is what we planned but... if Molly needs to rest... Mar 30 18:51:12 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 18:51:14 Then you will have to do it by yourself Mar 30 18:51:16 Yes, but quiet hour gives us the excuse needed, thats my point Mar 30 18:51:18 No, I would advise against it. Say she must nurse instead Mar 30 18:51:20 * Morgan nods Mar 30 18:51:22 alright Mar 30 18:51:24 Edward will need to do likewise Mar 30 18:51:26 Yes, he will Mar 30 18:51:28 *Adalbrecht watches his younger son and HH ragging each other about the darts* what has happened with those two? Mar 30 18:51:30 Weird isn't it Mar 30 18:52:58 * Molly is now known as Adalbrecht Mar 30 18:53:07 Yes it is unsettling Mar 30 18:54:43 HeinzHarold made significantly more progress in getting Mina and Alice to be civil, and to help heal the rift between Mina and Edward... Mar 30 18:55:02 *heinrich joins Walder and James at the billiards table. Grendlik is sat with David and Christopher. Mondel has been left in charge of the drinks. It’s a pretty full room Mar 30 18:55:19 How has he managed that? Mar 30 18:56:09 Pointed out a few truths mostly Mar 30 19:00:26 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 19:00:50 I am pleased to see them getting on better than was feared Mar 30 19:00:58 * Morgan nods Mar 30 19:01:32 I've seen behaviour from Mina recently I would never have suspected in a million years... but... I think it helped them. Air out grievances and all that Mar 30 19:03:36 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 19:04:09 You young couples have to get that out of the way before you can settle as your Mother and I have Mar 30 19:04:30 Perhaps Mar 30 19:04:34 * Morgan sips his drink Mar 30 19:05:20 I've been thinking about the advice I offered you... Mar 30 19:08:31 which advice? Mar 30 19:08:52 About stowing your feelings around Florrie being conceived... Mar 30 19:09:01 Yes? Mar 30 19:09:20 * Morgan shifts in his chair, looking round briefly Mar 30 19:11:03 *No one is paying them attention Mar 30 19:13:46 I don't want to see you miss out again... Mar 30 19:16:18 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 19:16:36 It is Edward at fault, not his daughter Mar 30 19:17:38 In reality, does it matter? The pain your distance and disappointment cause him is much greater than you imagine. Mar 30 19:21:12 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 19:21:50 I suppose we as a family must look to the future rather than wring our hands over the past. Mar 30 19:23:30 Lets avoid having years of pain and then regretting it, shall we? I am glad we are at the point we are, mostly, but the pain at not being able to see any of you, feeling your disappointment... Mar 30 19:27:30 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 19:28:09 I disapprove of such casual relations with women, but I believe you are both aware of that. Mar 30 19:30:33 I would consider what he had just lost at that point... though, his dalliances with women before and after leave much to be desired... though, it did lead to possibly the most unexpected conversation he and I have ever had Mar 30 19:31:35 what would that be? Mar 30 19:32:01 He asked my advice for when it came time to consummate his marriage... Mar 30 19:40:00 * Adalbrecht sips his drink Mar 30 19:40:13 why would he need advice on that? Mar 30 19:40:46 Thats what I was wondering... something to do with the... uhhh... status of the two women I've taken to bed... Mar 30 19:41:34 * Adalbrecht nods a little Mar 30 19:41:37 I see Mar 30 19:41:51 * Morgan nods Mar 30 19:41:54 Rather came as a surprise Mar 30 19:42:24 were you able to help him? Mar 30 19:43:11 * Morgan shrugs Mar 30 19:43:25 I gave him some advice... whether or not it was valuable, I've never established Mar 30 19:44:45 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 19:45:54 *Edward laughs with his friends* Mar 30 19:46:11 your brother is happy it seems Mar 30 19:46:48 Its something of a transformation from a few hours ago. They found out about Florrie and he hadn't told them... they were livid Mar 30 19:48:24 * Adalbrecht nods “they seem better now” Mar 30 19:49:35 Surprisingly so. Mar 30 19:50:37 * Adalbrecht nods “how are you getting along with Maubourg?” Mar 30 19:50:58 Fairly well... some of that suspicion lingers, sadly Mar 30 19:52:43 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 19:53:38 I have never liked him Mar 30 19:53:53 No? Mar 30 19:55:10 He thinks his family is better than ours. Look how that turned out! Mar 30 19:55:22 Remarkably similarly... Mar 30 19:56:48 Except that she is now estranged Mar 30 19:57:25 If we're honest, I was pretty much the same... Mar 30 19:59:32 You were not formally discharged from the family Mar 30 19:59:51 It felt like it. He actually respects you... Mar 30 20:00:54 Maubourg? Mar 30 20:01:21 * Morgan nods Mar 30 20:02:43 * Adalbrecht looks proud of himself Mar 30 20:03:05 I have two married sons and many grandchildren, who wouldn’t Mar 30 20:03:38 Even before that... you've always been his rival for favour, but he's always respected how you look to keep your people safe Mar 30 20:03:58 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 20:04:16 I aim to. Have you read my letters? Mar 30 20:05:19 * Morgan nods, glancing at his father sidelong Mar 30 20:05:24 When I have insomnia, sorts it right out Mar 30 20:05:56 * Adalbrecht nods “that would be a good time to... what?” Mar 30 20:06:16 * Morgan laughs Mar 30 20:06:44 I read them all... they've been very useful... I would like Edward to read them Mar 30 20:07:14 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 20:07:36 he would benefit I think Mar 30 20:07:52 * Morgan nods Mar 30 20:07:59 I agree. I will want them back though Mar 30 20:09:44 * Adalbrecht nods, smiling “The future Veisgraf will need them” Mar 30 20:10:52 Yes, he will... and Freiarr Koln... Mar 30 20:12:03 * Adalbrecht looks happy “I hope they will be close in age” Mar 30 20:12:20 * Morgan looks a little confused Mar 30 20:12:42 Varick is already seven... Mar 30 20:13:05 My apologies, I thought you said Graben Mar 30 20:13:19 * Morgan nods Mar 30 20:13:25 I reckon so Mar 30 20:15:13 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 20:16:05 Emmilene wants a grandchild too, I’m told Mar 30 20:16:18 * Morgan nods Mar 30 20:16:29 She was telling me so when I was in Sudlachenburg Mar 30 20:18:21 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 20:18:35 At our age the mind turns to it Mar 30 20:19:51 I suppose it does. You've met James and Elsie properly? Mar 30 20:20:13 I have, yes Mar 30 20:20:27 * Morgan smiles Mar 30 20:20:30 And little Thomas Mar 30 20:25:34 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 20:26:17 A nice baby, although I prefer Mattias, naturally Mar 30 20:26:25 * Morgan nods Mar 30 20:26:33 HeinzHarold has a special attachment to Thomas... Mar 30 20:26:48 Why is that? Mar 30 20:27:13 We helped deliver him... HeinzHarold was the first to touch him, cradled him to show Elsie Mar 30 20:27:53 * Adalbrecht looks disgusted “In the birthing room?!” Mar 30 20:28:32 There was no choice... with everything that needed to be done... Mar 30 20:29:19 You would not find me in such a place Mar 30 20:29:46 I wouldn't recommend it Mar 30 20:30:08 It is a place for women, not men Mar 30 20:30:27 Doctor Rosenkrantz didn't think so Mar 30 20:31:28 He is a doctor. Mar 30 20:31:58 * Morgan shrugs, sipping his kvass before leaning back and calling to Edward Mar 30 20:33:49 *Edward hands his darts to Witts before joking them* Mar 30 20:34:10 * Morgan hands him the key to his office Mar 30 20:34:36 *Edward takes it* For the desk? Mar 30 20:34:39 Would you be so good as to get the large bottle of whiskey from the cupboard in my office? Mar 30 20:35:12 And if you wish to show off your bladed acquisition, its in there... Mar 30 20:36:35 Ad: I asked the staff to put your desk in the ballroom, until you are ready for it. It was difficult to move from the Veisgraf wing. Mar 30 20:36:47 * Morgan nods Mar 30 20:36:57 I imagine it was. I'll have it moved in the morning Mar 30 20:37:13 Then we can turn the old one to kindling... or Varick can have it... Mar 30 20:38:06 * Adalbrecht nods “That mirror of Molly’s is in there with it” Mar 30 20:38:14 * Morgan nods Mar 30 20:38:18 good Mar 30 20:38:41 Edward smiles: Would that be the one with great sentimental value to you? Mar 30 20:38:56 * Morgan sips his drink Mar 30 20:38:58 Might be... Mar 30 20:40:03 Should I have it sent up? Mar 30 20:40:31 Yes, I reckon so, she'll want it in the dressing room I think Mar 30 20:41:00 *Edward smiles* Brother, perhaps an opportunity to be sentimental and romantic with your wife? Mar 30 20:42:36 * Morgan watches him Mar 30 20:42:37 Go on Mar 30 20:44:04 E: take her and show her, reminisce. You do not need to be told how to treat your wife Mar 30 20:45:40 I was under the impression it was bad form for the host to bugger off... Mar 30 20:46:51 During dinner, yes. But I think we can manage without you Mar 30 20:47:28 In that case, I'll have my keys back... I don't want this lot drinking the -very- expensive whiskey Mar 30 20:48:37 *Edward hands them back* Mar 30 20:49:33 * Morgan finishes his drink before standing Mar 30 20:49:38 If you gentlemen will excuse me Mar 30 20:50:28 * Adalbrecht nods Mar 30 20:50:35 Go ahead, Morgan Mar 30 20:50:58 * Morgan nods, going to fetch the mirror and take it upstairs before going to find Molly Mar 30 20:52:10 *The second drawing room is full of feminine laughter when he gets to the door Mar 30 20:52:42 * Morgan knocks briefly before opening the door Mar 30 20:53:33 * Adalbrecht is now known as Molly Mar 30 20:54:48 *They’re all sat comfortably with drinks. it’s a squeeze. Elsie doesn’t have Thomas with her, she’s sat between the pregnant Hildegarde and Emmilene Mar 30 20:55:14 * Molly smiles, holding Mattias in her arms Mar 30 20:55:46 I was going to ask for your company for a little while but... how could I take you away from that little man Mar 30 20:56:33 *Inga is the first to say* I’ll take h8m! Mar 30 20:57:31 * Molly smiles. The baby starts rooting against her when she stands. He sees her draw a sharp breath. Mar 30 20:57:47 * Morgan smirks briefly Mar 30 20:58:44 *The women are all chattering, so Molly hands the baby to Inga, who looks at him with an amazed smile Mar 30 20:59:32 Inga... Mar 30 20:59:51 *Inga looks up, smiling* Yes? Mar 30 20:59:59 * Morgan lifts a hands, wiggling his fingers Mar 30 21:00:02 Look at the fingernails Mar 30 21:00:54 *Inga does so* Awww they’re so tiny Mar 30 21:01:14 * Morgan nods, waiting for Molly Mar 30 21:03:13 Emmilene: Look, she’s a natural! When my grandbabby comes along he’s going to be well loved Mar 30 21:03:32 Thats the truth Mar 30 21:03:49 *Martha nods* Just like with Moll Mar 30 21:03:59 * Morgan nods Mar 30 21:04:00 Indeed Mar 30 21:05:01 * Molly comes to Morgan Mar 30 21:05:06 I’m ready Mar 30 21:05:52 * Morgan offers his arm Mar 30 21:06:17 * Molly takes it, smiling at everyone “Do excuse us” Mar 30 21:07:27 *The large group of women nod, immediately going back to chatting* Mar 30 21:07:56 * Morgan leads her way, up toward their room Mar 30 21:08:11 * Molly giggles Mar 30 21:08:27 Uhhh, my love... your office would have been quicker! Mar 30 21:09:14 * Morgan chuckles Mar 30 21:09:18 Thats not what we're doing Mar 30 21:09:41 Is it not? Are you certain, mon petit chou? Mar 30 21:10:17 More or less, yes Mar 30 21:11:37 * Molly giggles “mmhmm. So why are we going upstairs, if it is not that your need for my increasing body has become overwhelming?” Mar 30 21:12:38 Something to show you Mar 30 21:13:32 mmmhmmm... Mar 30 21:14:17 * Morgan chuckles, leading her to their room Mar 30 21:15:33 * Molly smiles warmly Mar 30 21:15:51 Now, what did you wish to show me? Mar 30 21:16:18 * Morgan goes into the bedroom through to the dressing room where he's setup the mirror Mar 30 21:17:09 * Molly smiles delightedly Mar 30 21:17:22 Our mirror! Mar 30 21:17:35 * Morgan nods Mar 30 21:17:38 It came with the desk Mar 30 21:18:36 * Molly lets go of him, going to touch the frame gently. She smiles at it Mar 30 21:18:46 now it feels like home... Mar 30 21:19:40 * Morgan nods Mar 30 21:19:44 I wasn't sure where you'd want it... Mar 30 21:21:05 * Molly nods, saying softly “Right here is perfect” Mar 30 21:21:22 * Morgan nods, watching her Mar 30 21:22:19 * Molly is quiet and thoughtful a few moments Mar 30 21:23:07 Are you alright? Mar 30 21:23:32 * Molly nods Mar 30 21:23:43 yes, yes, sorry... I was miles away Mar 30 21:24:59 I noticed Mar 30 21:26:29 * Molly smiles, sitting in front of it and watching him in the reflection “I’m glad it’s come safely” Mar 30 21:27:06 * Morgan nods Mar 30 21:27:10 As am I blossom Mar 30 21:27:58 * Molly nods Mar 30 21:28:13 It’s precious to me Mar 30 21:28:31 * Morgan nods Mar 30 21:28:33 I know Mar 30 21:29:36 * Molly nods, checking her make up Mar 30 21:29:41 Are you well? Mar 30 21:30:09 * Morgan nods Mar 30 21:30:15 I believe so, yes Mar 30 21:30:48 * Molly nods, turning to watch him Mar 30 21:31:13 How have you enjoyed your port and cigars? Mar 30 21:31:26 Kvass... its been fine Mar 30 21:32:19 * Molly smiles Mar 30 21:32:26 How is your Father? Mar 30 21:33:08 He's alright... I've advised him that holding onto his disappointment in the circumstances will do him no good... as it did not the first time... Mar 30 21:34:31 * Molly holds out her hands to him Mar 30 21:34:36 You are hurting? Mar 30 21:35:48 * Morgan takes it Mar 30 21:36:09 A little... but I'm more concerned with preventing it happening with them. Mar 30 21:36:24 * Molly nods, kissing his knuckles Mar 30 21:36:29 we’ll work on it Mar 30 21:37:10 * Morgan nods Mar 30 21:37:12 aye Mar 30 21:38:32 How is he with you? You were so worried Mar 30 21:38:42 Better than he was... Mar 30 21:39:07 * Molly nods, smiling Mar 30 21:39:11 good Mar 30 21:40:04 * Morgan nods Mar 30 21:40:15 I'm going to go for a walk with him tomorrow morning... talk... Mar 30 21:40:22 * Molly nods Mar 30 21:40:35 But you will not be settled until then Mar 30 21:40:36 ? Mar 30 21:43:17 * Morgan shrugs Mar 30 21:43:22 I think I'm doing alright actually Mar 30 21:44:36 * Molly nods, watching him fondly a moment Mar 30 21:44:44 I’m glad, truly Mar 30 21:47:16 * Morgan nods Mar 30 21:47:37 Emmilene's going to go mad when she finds out about Inga... Mar 30 21:47:46 * Molly nods, smiling Mar 30 21:48:00 She will be very pleased. Our parents are too Mar 30 21:48:24 * Morgan nods, moving closer and putting his hand on her belly Mar 30 21:48:27 Yes, they are Mar 30 21:50:11 * Molly puts her hand over his, smiling Mar 30 21:50:26 It pleased you to tell them? Mar 30 21:50:40 * Morgan nods Mar 30 21:50:42 Very much so Mar 30 21:51:21 * Molly nods Mar 30 21:51:39 I was very proud to say I am carrying your child Mar 30 21:52:01 * Morgan nods, smiling Mar 30 21:53:15 * Molly stands up, gently kissing him Mar 30 21:55:01 * Morgan makes a small noise of enjoyment Mar 30 21:56:14 * Molly watches him when she pulls away Mar 30 21:56:23 how did I get so lucky? Mar 30 21:58:06 I don't know about lucky... Mar 30 21:59:37 I do. I am more lucky than I ever imagined. I have a beautiful home, two beautiful sons and one on the way, a lovely, smart, very sexy husband *she smiles* Mar 30 21:59:51 Where've you been hiding him? Mar 30 22:01:32 who? Mar 30 22:01:44 This smart and sexy husband... Mar 30 22:04:21 * Molly smiles thoughtfully. She takes his hand, and makes him sit in front of the mirror. It’s reminiscent of that night in Carleon just after he’d bought her the mirror where he’d sat her in front of it when saying about a woman he would consider as a Companion. She watches him in the reflection, gently stroking the side of his neck “What you are searching for is reflected in the mirror...” Mar 30 22:05:47 * Morgan smiles, taking her hand and kissing it Mar 30 22:06:42 * Molly smiles warmly at him Mar 30 22:06:59 I love you, liebes herz, as always Mar 30 22:09:21 And I you, my love Mar 30 22:11:06 * Molly nods Mar 30 22:11:17 I think we ought to go down Mar 30 22:12:04 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:12:07 Yes, I reckon so Mar 30 22:13:30 I will need to express a little first though Mar 30 22:13:42 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:13:49 Matthias has a certain effect on you Mar 30 22:14:03 * Molly nods, smiling Mar 30 22:14:08 I’m afraid so Mar 30 22:14:21 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:14:23 Alright love Mar 30 22:14:54 * Molly strokes his shoulder Mar 30 22:15:14 Did you wish to stay, or do you want to go on ahead? Mar 30 22:16:04 I'll go on back down... make sure Edwards friends aren't trashing the place Mar 30 22:19:52 * Molly nods, then leans down to whisper in his ear Mar 30 22:20:08 And I’ll be up here, and thinking of you... Mar 30 22:22:32 * Morgan blushes Mar 30 22:23:50 * Molly kisses the flushing of his cheek, and then the corner of his mouth “Is that the sound of breaking glass downstairs, hmm? Best not dally up here...” Mar 30 22:24:31 * Morgan grumbles, getting up Mar 30 22:24:32 unfair... Mar 30 22:25:13 Is it? Mar 30 22:26:45 * Morgan nods, sighing before kissing her cheek Mar 30 22:26:50 I'll see you in a while m love Mar 30 22:27:48 *She nods*I will be back soon Mar 30 22:28:43 * Morgan nods, leaving her to it and heading back to the games room Mar 30 22:29:14 * Molly is now known as Edward Mar 30 22:29:57 * Edward is the one watching the door for him, they have pulled out a large card table and are all playing poker Mar 30 22:30:17 * Morgan stands by his brother Mar 30 22:30:20 You're not joining in? Mar 30 22:32:14 I was waiting to see how you got on Mar 30 22:32:24 * Morgan smiles a little Mar 30 22:32:33 She's very happy Mar 30 22:32:43 * Edward nods, smiling Mar 30 22:33:10 I am glad to hear it. Wooing them is important Mar 30 22:33:47 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:33:53 I'll grab some good whiskey now Mar 30 22:34:44 * Edward nods Mar 30 22:35:14 I will be retiring before long Mar 30 22:35:23 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:35:28 I suspect tomorrow will be a long day Mar 30 22:36:10 I have sent Mimi a few notes, I expect she will be ready to retire Mar 30 22:38:04 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:38:07 I'll be quick then Mar 30 22:39:45 * Edward nods, letting him go Mar 30 22:40:12 * Morgan goes to get one of the good bottles of whiskey (but not the best), bringing it back and pouring small measures for everyone Mar 30 22:42:37 *They all take them* Mar 30 22:42:58 Heinrich: What are we celebrating, your Excellency? Mar 30 22:43:01 * Morgan sips his, closing his eyes briefly Mar 30 22:43:44 A man can't share a good drink with his family and friends... and... that lot *he vaguely gestures toward Edwards friends before grinning* Mar 30 22:45:02 *they all laugh at that* Mar 30 22:47:15 *everyone tries the whiskey, agreeing that it’s very good* Mar 30 22:49:05 * Morgan watches the game quietly, sipping his drink Mar 30 22:50:50 *They all look to be enjoying themselves, though Morgan can see that HH still doesn’t like Heinrich, and Potts is still put out with Edward. DeeDee seems a little distracted. Christopher seems to be getting on well with Walder, and James looks tired* Mar 30 22:52:30 Long day James? Mar 30 22:53:09 * Edward is now known as James Mar 30 22:53:42 * James nods “Thomas is having a phase of waking” Mar 30 22:54:14 * Morgan nods Mar 30 22:54:16 Me too Mar 30 22:55:31 *there are chuckles at this* Mar 30 22:56:15 Its tiring... and you're always half alert, even when you're sleeping, listening for it Mar 30 22:57:13 Heinrich: At least you won’t have that problem for a few days, James! Seperate rooms again. Mar 30 22:57:45 *Adalbrecht is the only one who looks uncomfortable* Mar 30 22:59:00 Can you sing? Mar 30 22:59:37 Zench looks to James: I’m in the same boat, but my wedding is much further away Mar 30 23:00:37 * James nods sympathetically to Zench before looking to Morgan “I grew up in a nunnery, there was a lot of singing” Mar 30 23:00:51 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:01:02 Babies like low pitches, it helps them get back to sleep Mar 30 23:02:31 * James nods Mar 30 23:02:39 I’ll keep trying Mar 30 23:03:01 * Morgan glances at his father briefly Mar 30 23:03:06 Try... hoist the colours Mar 30 23:03:36 *Adalbrecht smiles* Mar 30 23:05:14 Walder: I used to sing in Montaigne for Jacques. Long time ago now. Mar 30 23:06:42 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:06:51 I thought we'd arrange for the boys to camp out... Mar 30 23:09:15 Potts: Great idea. Hey Dek, do you still have the old camp tents in the stables? Mar 30 23:09:49 Dekker: We didn’t take them with us, so... *he looks questioningly at Morgan* Mar 30 23:09:58 I've not moved them Mar 30 23:10:33 Zench grins: Could be fun, like old times Mar 30 23:11:49 Think you can be trusted to watch the boys? Mar 30 23:11:59 Edward nods, looking to Morgan: I’m happy to watch them Mar 30 23:13:28 *DeeDee, Potts, Witts all nod* Mar 30 23:13:41 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:13:42 Alright then Mar 30 23:13:49 Dekker: For peace of mind, I will supervise if you like? Mar 30 23:14:02 Thats up to you... I trust them Mar 30 23:14:45 HH: $that wise? maybe me or Claudia should be there$ Mar 30 23:15:05 $Why?$ Mar 30 23:15:36 $once they start drinking and swearing$ Mar 30 23:16:05 Since HeinzHarold missed out on camping out last time, perhaps he can join you Mar 30 23:19:06 Heinrich: sounded like a bachelor project, Will his wife let him? Mar 30 23:19:42 *HH watches Heinrich, very still* Mar 30 23:20:33 I'm sure she wouldn't mind, to help entertain the boys Mar 30 23:20:39 $stand down$ Mar 30 23:24:21 *Hh doesn’t see it* Mar 30 23:25:05 Heinrich: Hildegarde would happily join in, she’s that sort, but of course she is pregnant so she can’t Mar 30 23:25:46 * Morgan sidles over, casually standing somewhere between the two of them Mar 30 23:28:19 HH: Inga’s a good girl, she’ll pitch in. She had to rough it a bit in the past, though she’s got it much better now. Mar 30 23:28:51 * Morgan straightens Mar 30 23:29:22 Alright, that'll do. If the two of you cant be civil, you can both bugger off, you back to Innesbruck, and you can go stay at your Ma's. Understood? Mar 30 23:29:48 *they both look at him, inclining their heads* Mar 30 23:30:57 I think now would be a good time for both of you to collect your wives and retire Mar 30 23:31:38 * James nods “I’m going to do the same with Elsie. Not together, obviously” Mar 30 23:31:49 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:31:51 Goodnight gentlemen Mar 30 23:32:18 *Walder nods: I best do that too, if he’s going. Milord, could I have a word tomorrow?” Mar 30 23:32:26 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:32:33 Aye, we'll find some time Mar 30 23:33:43 *The four of them go. This leaves Adalbrecht, Christopher, Grendlik, David, Edward, Potts, Zench, Witts, DeeDee, and Yensid* Mar 30 23:34:06 * Morgan sips his drink Mar 30 23:34:38 * James is now known as David Mar 30 23:34:55 Still not getting on I see Mar 30 23:35:26 No. They can stow it for the time being. Mar 30 23:36:50 Christopher: the next few days should be about your boys Mar 30 23:37:12 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:37:18 I agree Mar 30 23:39:02 *Adalbrecht nods* We will celebrate that Mar 30 23:39:35 *Grendlik smiles at Morgan* More whiskey? Mar 30 23:39:44 * Morgan nods Mar 30 23:39:57 Aye, another glass then I'll retire... once I'm sure they all have Mar 30 23:41:06 *this is what they do. when it’s done, everyone voices the plan to go to the women, though Edward is held back by Potts Mar 30 23:42:43 * Morgan ushers the others out, lingering just outside the door Mar 30 23:43:07 *The conversation within is too quiet Mar 30 23:43:16 * Morgan waits for Edward Mar 30 23:44:42 *it’s about ten minutes later than they come out* Mar 30 23:45:26 * Morgan looks toward them Mar 30 23:47:30 *they look at ease again * Mar 30 23:47:52 * Morgan nods slightly to himself Mar 30 23:50:06 Potts: *he inclines his head to Morgan* I think I’ll go to Casa Di Bachelors now. Good night, your Excellency Mar 30 23:50:22 * Morgan inclines his head