**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Apr 3 00:00:27 2024 Apr 03 00:00:27 what is the biggest thing you can do? Apr 03 00:01:06 ummm... last time I tried, it was quite the explosion Apr 03 00:01:34 * Adalbrecht shakes his head Apr 03 00:01:45 I do not understand how it can be done Apr 03 00:01:59 * Morgan shrugs Apr 03 00:02:22 I don't know. I just know I can and how to do it... but its like any other skill, I have to practice to get better at it Apr 03 00:03:00 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 00:03:06 And you do that here? Apr 03 00:03:35 Discreetly, yes. I -have- to practice, but I know the opinions of it Apr 03 00:04:04 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 00:04:18 It puts you in danger Apr 03 00:04:23 * Morgan nods Apr 03 00:04:27 It is necessary Apr 03 00:05:21 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 00:05:26 Alright Apr 03 00:05:55 I'd have preferred to be able to move things with my mind... I'd have been a menace with that... Apr 03 00:07:21 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 00:07:33 I suppose you get no choice Apr 03 00:08:05 No... I don't Apr 03 00:08:27 though... I reckon as it is I could convince someone their house is haunted Apr 03 00:08:40 how? Apr 03 00:09:04 By lowering the temperature in a room... thats what a lot of people think is a sign of a ghost Apr 03 00:09:13 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 00:09:31 I would prefer you do not do that in Die Dauerhaftigkeit Apr 03 00:10:27 The only time I would defy your order you've already made is if its absolutely vital... Molly's magic, its significantly more discreet Apr 03 00:10:38 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 00:10:59 how often do you utilise it Apr 03 00:11:42 It varies... ever gotten into bed having forgotten to damp the fire or put out the lamp? Apr 03 00:12:32 Yes it is a nuisance when all your wish to do is cuddle and sleep after but the light must be extinguished Apr 03 00:12:47 * Morgan nods Apr 03 00:12:50 I do not have that problem Apr 03 00:12:57 * Adalbrecht looks away, blushing as he eats his apple Apr 03 00:13:27 It has many mundane uses then? Apr 03 00:13:54 Oh absolutely... on our way to Capperlucia, the ladies had hot baths... Apr 03 00:14:02 * Morgan pours a little more coffee, testing he temperature Apr 03 00:14:24 *it’s warm rather than hot* Apr 03 00:14:37 I could demonstrate... Apr 03 00:14:57 They are peculiarly enamoured with hot baths. How? Apr 03 00:15:08 How cold is your coffee? Apr 03 00:16:24 *he picks it back up, checking it* lukewarm Apr 03 00:16:47 I prefer very cold water... its the only way I can feel it, really.... Would you like it hotter? Apr 03 00:17:19 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 00:17:26 * Morgan nods Apr 03 00:17:29 I won't hurt you Apr 03 00:17:59 * Morgan concentrates on the coffee, making it a more appropriate temperature Apr 03 00:18:29 * Adalbrecht waits patiently Apr 03 00:18:33 Try that Apr 03 00:18:45 * Adalbrecht gingerly sips it Apr 03 00:18:54 yes, that is hotter Apr 03 00:19:04 * Morgan nods, sipping his own Apr 03 00:20:38 * Adalbrecht drinks his coffee and eats his apple without complaint, then looks at the core Apr 03 00:20:48 Do I save the seeds for her? Apr 03 00:20:54 * Morgan smiles Apr 03 00:21:02 Thats a wonderful idea... Apr 03 00:22:35 * Adalbrecht nods, tipping out the cup before picking out the seeds to put in there Apr 03 00:23:25 She will be reluctant to look at you to begin with... best bet is to just interact with the rest of us until she comes to you... perhaps ask mother for guidance Apr 03 00:23:57 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 00:23:59 Very well Apr 03 00:24:36 She will likely want to grow something in Sudlachenburg... all this is just... normal for her, not something she's had to adjust to Apr 03 00:24:52 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 00:25:39 perhaps she could grow some things around the summer house? Grendlik and I have renovated it Apr 03 00:25:47 * Morgan nods Apr 03 00:26:08 I'm sure she'd be happy to... little things, though... the tree was a -massive- exertion for her Apr 03 00:26:44 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 00:26:48 Of course Apr 03 00:27:53 sometimes... I get dreams of how things could have been... Apr 03 00:28:36 Doesn’t everyone? Apr 03 00:28:49 Probably... but mine really -are- how it could have been Apr 03 00:29:02 I see. What do you see? Apr 03 00:30:01 All sorts... I've seen how it would have gone if I'd gotten into the cottage... how it would've gone if Edward had spirited them away instead and let us believe they had died... Apr 03 00:30:58 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 00:31:36 Sometimes in them I pick up information... you recall the incident on our way to Graben? Apr 03 00:32:17 Yes, the near-death of one’s heir has that defect. Apr 03 00:32:22 * Morgan nods Apr 03 00:32:23 effect* Apr 03 00:32:36 I knew something was coming... its why we were as ready as we were Apr 03 00:33:04 And yet you still nearly died. Apr 03 00:33:22 * Morgan nods Apr 03 00:33:36 Imagine if we had not been prepared... Apr 03 00:57:59 * Adalbrecht has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 03 01:34:13 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 03 17:31:29 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 03 17:42:01 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 03 17:42:14 I see. What do you see? Apr 03 17:42:14 All sorts... I've seen how it would have gone if I'd gotten into the cottage... how it would've gone if Edward had spirited them away instead and let us believe they had died... Apr 03 17:42:14 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 17:42:14 Sometimes in them I pick up information... you recall the incident on our way to Graben? Apr 03 17:42:14 Yes, the near-death of one’s heir has that defect. Apr 03 17:42:16 * Morgan nods Apr 03 17:42:20 effect* Apr 03 17:42:20 I knew something was coming... its why we were as ready as we were Apr 03 17:42:23 And yet you still nearly died. Apr 03 17:42:24 * Morgan nods Apr 03 17:42:28 Imagine if we had not been prepared... Apr 03 17:42:54 I’d rather not, thank you. Apr 03 17:42:59 * Molly is now known as Adalbrecht Apr 03 17:43:08 * Morgan nods, eating his half apple Apr 03 17:43:34 * Adalbrecht eventually says “Well there we are then.” Apr 03 17:43:56 I'm sorry I brought all this to your door. Apr 03 17:44:10 It was not you, it was Theus Will Apr 03 17:44:59 Simple as that? Apr 03 17:45:53 It has to be Apr 03 17:46:18 * Morgan frowns a little Apr 03 17:47:31 There is a sort of magic I would like you to consider allowing in your home... Apr 03 17:49:42 yes? Apr 03 17:59:12 Its sort of hard to describe... think of talking to someone with a window in between the two of you... you can see and hear eachother just fine, right... Apr 03 17:59:38 * Adalbrecht nods, trying to puzzle it out Apr 03 17:59:40 yes? Apr 03 18:00:00 I have these mirrors that work like that, no matter the distance between them Apr 03 18:02:03 And these are also connected to the will of God? Apr 03 18:03:05 They are created using a form of magic, which is granted by Theus... how it is used is down to the man Apr 03 18:05:32 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 18:05:39 Who would you speak to? Apr 03 18:06:14 well... if you had one half of a pair and I the other, we could talk, near as dammit face to face... Apr 03 18:06:39 Do you miss Edward? Apr 03 18:17:42 Of course Apr 03 18:18:26 Imagine being able to leave him notes that he would get the same day... or being able to speak to him face to face, despite the distance... and mother with uncle Christopher Apr 03 18:18:52 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 18:19:01 I can see the benefits Apr 03 18:19:07 * Morgan nods Apr 03 18:19:23 And they're easily hidden.... They're about *he holds his hands apart* this big Apr 03 18:19:38 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 18:19:56 And you have access to these? Apr 03 18:20:05 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 03 18:20:37 Yes... the only people with them are ones I have given... no-one but my contact can make them Apr 03 18:21:05 There is no risk of a soul getting trapped 8n them? Apr 03 18:21:44 No. I would not risk anyone like that and I think if you consider it a moment, you know that really Apr 03 18:21:57 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 18:22:00 I do Apr 03 18:22:30 * Morgan nods, tipping the last of his coffee out Apr 03 18:23:17 have you used them? Apr 03 18:23:25 Yes, I have Apr 03 18:23:40 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 18:23:52 very well, you may use them in my home Apr 03 18:24:35 I have some... I would like -you- to use them.... So you can speak to your sons, and mother can speak to her brother Apr 03 18:24:53 * Adalbrecht nods slightly Apr 03 18:25:02 “if you show me how” Apr 03 18:26:06 Of course father. I will do whatever you need. I've got a pair, I'll show you how they are used then have it sorted so you can have some at home Apr 03 18:28:33 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 18:28:59 Will I see the children before or after breakfast? Apr 03 18:29:41 Emil, before... I'm not sure about Florrie... I think we will want to dedicate some time to it so as not to rush her or you Apr 03 18:30:24 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 18:30:44 Will he be up and with a wet nurse now? Apr 03 18:31:03 Molly does not wish to use a wet nurse, and I am in agreement Apr 03 18:33:32 * Adalbrecht walks towards the house, holding his cup “ should she still be nursing when she is increasing? Normally there would be a wet nurse. We need to make sure she-...” he starts giving Morgan a gentle lecture about taking care of her and the future child, much more like his usual meddling rather than his fear and disgust about the magic Apr 03 18:34:19 * Morgan listens patiently, frequently gently reassuring him Apr 03 18:35:21 *they are only interrupted when Varick, Rickon, and Jacques come barrelling out of the side door whooping and hollering into the sunshine Apr 03 18:35:39 Ah... Apr 03 18:35:49 What? Apr 03 18:35:59 * Morgan nods toward the boys Apr 03 18:36:08 Varick has been so excited to see them Apr 03 18:36:25 * Adalbrecht smiles, watching them Apr 03 18:37:11 it is good to see Apr 03 18:37:22 * Morgan nods Apr 03 18:37:38 * Morgan whistles loudly, calling Varick to him Apr 03 18:37:57 *All three of them come running over* Apr 03 18:38:15 Good morning boys... Varick, say hello to your grandpa Apr 03 18:39:21 *Varick hugs Adalbrecht* Hello Grandpa. These are my friends, Rickon and Jacques. *he looks to the boys* this is my Grandpa Apr 03 18:39:51 Now then, boys, who's keeping an eye on you? Apr 03 18:40:08 R: No one Apr 03 18:40:26 Did you tell anyone you'd be out here? Apr 03 18:41:22 V: I told Mama, then we told Hildegarde and Theresa. She’s sort-of Jacques new Mother Apr 03 18:41:36 And they said it was okay? Apr 03 18:42:56 V: She said we can play on the lawn, but not in the trees, the stream, the roof, the lake, the stable, the building site, or anywhere else young boys can think of that Morhers might not. Apr 03 18:43:47 * Morgan laughs Apr 03 18:43:55 * Adalbrecht chuckles too Apr 03 18:44:21 Thats sensible...okay... I'm trusting you to be careful... any problems at all, you come inside and find someone. Apr 03 18:44:30 *both the other boys are standing politely* Apr 03 18:44:57 *theres a woof from over by the house* Apr 03 18:45:18 * Morgan looks toward the house Apr 03 18:47:11 *Ballard comes running over a reasonable pace, running around the boys before sitting beside Morgan* Apr 03 18:47:34 * Morgan couches down, fussing the dog Apr 03 18:47:53 Take Ballard with you... he enjoys running around now Apr 03 18:48:04 V: Okay Vati Apr 03 18:48:14 * Morgan pulls Varick into a hug Apr 03 18:48:20 I love you son... be careful Apr 03 18:48:32 * Morgan stands up and ruffles the other two boys hair Apr 03 18:48:36 V: It’s safe here in my home Apr 03 18:48:40 Have fun, be safe. Apr 03 18:48:54 *They both chorus “yes Sir” Apr 03 18:49:12 Go on then. Apr 03 18:49:35 *Rickon tags Jacques* You’re it! Apr 03 18:49:59 *The boys run off, Ballard running with them, tongue lolling as he does* Apr 03 18:50:29 * Adalbrecht watches them, smiling “Ah the friendships of young boys...” Apr 03 18:50:40 * Morgan nods Apr 03 18:50:42 Some of them last Apr 03 18:51:00 * Adalbrecht nods, smiling “Some of them get better with age too” Apr 03 18:51:14 * Morgan nods Apr 03 18:51:24 I asked HeinzHarold why he and Edward are suddenly getting on better Apr 03 18:51:33 What did he say? Apr 03 18:51:53 He said if -I- can find it in my heart to forgive him, he should too Apr 03 18:54:32 * Adalbrecht nods, he expression serious “We have all had to try to forgive each other and ourselves” Apr 03 18:55:13 Yes, we have. So you know, when mother asks why I beat Edward... I tell her he said the wrong thing and the wrong time Apr 03 18:56:41 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 18:56:55 she has always expressed surprise at your loss of temper Apr 03 18:57:34 It saddens me that she feels I acted unreasonably... but she will find out the truth of what happened the same day Florrie and Varick do. Never. Apr 03 18:58:11 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 18:58:46 There is no need for her to know. On the whole, I do not agree with keeping secrets from them, but there are times we need to Apr 03 18:59:27 * Morgan shrugs Apr 03 18:59:32 I have not lied to her Apr 03 18:59:54 I did not accuse you of that Apr 03 19:01:01 No, I know. Apr 03 19:02:42 I presume he said “yes it was my doing”, or similar? Apr 03 19:03:11 I think... it would be best if that remains between he and I. Apr 03 19:03:29 * Adalbrecht inclines his head “as you wish Apr 03 19:03:47 * Morgan steps inside, signalling the first servant he sees and asking them to find Edward and have him go to Morgans office Apr 03 19:04:26 *The servant nods* Apr 03 19:05:12 * Morgan leads his father to his office, letting him in and offering a seat before refilling the coffee cups Apr 03 19:05:19 Let me know if it needs to be warmer Apr 03 19:08:33 * Adalbrecht tries it “It is fine.” He looks at the shelve of cups “Did you take that from my house?” Apr 03 19:08:58 * Morgan points at one Apr 03 19:09:40 That one I asked mother for... the one up top... when I first took Dietlinde for a picnic, I took a tea set and we lost a cup... except it wasn't lost. I found it under the floorboards in her old room in Sascha and Otto's home Apr 03 19:11:11 * Adalbrecht nods “That tea set was brought back by my Grandfather Abelard when he met Luther as a very young man. He bought it for his Mother” Apr 03 19:13:18 I didn't realise... I'm sorry Apr 03 19:13:30 * Adalbrecht shakes his head, smiling Apr 03 19:13:42 Not to worry. She hated it. Apr 03 19:13:59 * Morgan laughs Apr 03 19:14:08 Dietlinde hated the tea Apr 03 19:14:33 * Adalbrecht chuckles “Most Eiseners do not like tea” Apr 03 19:15:01 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 03 19:15:18 It was that smoky one... its an acquired taste even for Avalonians Apr 03 19:17:27 * Adalbrecht nods. There’s a knock Apr 03 19:18:00 Come Apr 03 19:19:50 *Edward comes in* Good morning Apr 03 19:20:00 * Morgan smiles Apr 03 19:20:09 Brother. Have a seat Apr 03 19:21:57 *Edward sits* Apr 03 19:22:21 We need to decide when and how to introduce father to Florrie... but before that, he wished to speak with you Apr 03 19:24:04 Edward nods a little: Yes Apr 03 19:24:22 * Adalbrecht sips his coffee, having been put on the spot Apr 03 19:24:48 He's rather been through it this morning... Apr 03 19:25:57 *Edward looks concerned* What has happened? Apr 03 19:26:21 We went for a walk... we talked... he met a Nieblungen. Apr 03 19:28:30 *Edward nods slightly* Apr 03 19:28:41 I thought they stayed in the mines. Apr 03 19:29:12 There are stories aplenty of them approaching travellers Apr 03 19:31:46 But they appear at your home Apr 03 19:37:36 Not exactly... Apr 03 19:38:48 Ed: what did they want, brother? Apr 03 19:39:09 * Morgan sighs Apr 03 19:39:34 I suppose you may as well know... to an extent... I summoned it... him... Apr 03 19:41:32 They respond to that? Apr 03 19:42:05 Sometimes. Sometimes they just appear. Apr 03 19:44:08 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 19:44:35 Do they spy on you? Apr 03 19:44:59 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 03 19:45:07 probably Apr 03 19:47:10 *Edward waits patiently, looking at Morgan* Apr 03 19:48:25 It told father where my magic comes from... how it is not evil or a poisoning of the blood... he's taken it incredibly well Apr 03 19:48:57 *Edward nods* I am pleased to hear that Apr 03 19:49:07 * Morgan nods Apr 03 19:49:15 I showed him Florries tree... Apr 03 19:50:56 *Edward smiles. He looks proud* Apr 03 19:51:18 I have saved her the seeds from the one I ate. Apr 03 19:51:35 Without prompting, I might add Apr 03 19:51:42 *Edward smiles at this* She will appreciate that, Father Apr 03 19:51:52 * Adalbrecht nods, sipping his coffee Apr 03 19:52:09 And then... I showed him some of the things I can do... Apr 03 19:55:27 I grudgingly admit it is impressive Apr 03 19:55:49 * Morgan sips his coffee, murmuring Apr 03 19:55:55 I blew a ship up with it once Apr 03 19:57:57 A whole ship?! Apr 03 19:58:06 *Edward just smiles* Apr 03 19:58:10 I managed to set a fire in their magazine Apr 03 19:58:23 I was not as... capable with it as I am now Apr 03 19:59:25 When was this? Apr 03 20:00:18 A while ago. It was flying under the Posen flag with distress flags... it had lured several ships in and murdered their crews in an effort to discredit Eisenfurstin Posen Apr 03 20:02:02 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 20:02:11 That is acceptable then Apr 03 20:02:25 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 03 20:02:42 I don't use it against an enemy unless I am at a tremendous disadvantage Apr 03 20:02:59 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 20:03:40 Ed: What did the Nieblungen want? Apr 03 20:04:26 I wanted to ask them about some intel I received, mostly... and I wanted their help in showing father I had no say in what I can do Apr 03 20:05:37 Edward nods* And you accept it now, Father? Apr 03 20:05:54 * Adalbrecht nods “Yes, I do. It is beyond Morgan.” Apr 03 20:06:29 * Morgan smiles a little, sipping his coffee Apr 03 20:06:52 What was it you wanted to speak with Edward about? Apr 03 20:09:13 I owe you an apology, Edward Apr 03 20:09:25 *Edward looks a little surprised* Apr 03 20:09:33 * Morgan does too Apr 03 20:10:42 I accept that you attempted to prevent a pregnancy, and you were thwarted in your efforts by Theus Will. Apr 03 20:10:57 *Edward nods slightly* Apr 03 20:13:45 Ad: Though I do not agree with casual relations, I accept I am in a minority amongst noble men, especially younger ones Apr 03 20:16:16 Ed nods: If it is a consolation, my Lord, having been happily married to the woman of my dreams, I regret my previous choices. It is world’s apart. Apr 03 20:16:39 * Adalbrecht nods, saying nothing Apr 03 20:17:02 Perhaps we should move on to planning how we will handle the meeting Apr 03 20:17:57 Yes, Indeed. Apr 03 20:18:07 *Edward smiles slightly at his brother* Apr 03 20:20:06 I've already advised father to interact with us rather than her to begin with... I think after breakfast would be a better idea than before Apr 03 20:21:05 *Edward nods* Outdoors too if it is possible Apr 03 20:21:53 * Morgan nods Apr 03 20:22:05 Good idea... maybe... some bluies? Apr 03 20:23:14 *Edward nods, smiling* She has been growing flowers in the woods for tomorrow Apr 03 20:23:48 * Morgan smiles Apr 03 20:23:50 Thats lovely Apr 03 20:25:13 *Edward nods* Apr 03 20:26:30 What else? Apr 03 20:27:53 *Edward shrugs* It is tough to say Apr 03 20:28:07 * Morgan nods Apr 03 20:28:54 We will just have to play it by ear... I cannot over stress that it will be tough. My assertion that she looks like Jana... they could be twins... Apr 03 20:29:10 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 20:29:28 Ed: He isn’t wrong, except that she has our eyes Apr 03 20:29:52 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 20:30:07 Yes, yes, so you’ve been telling me all this time Apr 03 20:30:16 * Morgan shrugs a little Apr 03 20:30:30 Alright.. oh, she doesn't use my name. Apr 03 20:30:40 *Edward smirks* Apr 03 20:30:49 Ad: What does she call you? Apr 03 20:31:07 Ballhead. Apr 03 20:31:15 * Adalbrecht nods slowly Apr 03 20:31:21 Ball... head... Apr 03 20:31:28 *Edwrad smirks more* Apr 03 20:31:44 Shut up Edward... I can -hear- you smirking Apr 03 20:31:51 Like your head is made of a ball... Apr 03 20:32:03 *Edward snorts, then covers it with a cough* Apr 03 20:32:09 * Morgan sighs Apr 03 20:32:49 No. Molly has a pet name for me when she's being cute... its Montaigne, it means my little cabbage... Florrie asked what it meant, so I explained... Ballhead is a type of cabbage. Apr 03 20:34:14 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 03 20:34:41 I see Apr 03 20:35:29 [Is Emil awake my love? I thought I might bring my father to meet him] Apr 03 20:36:08 [yes, he is. We’re in our parlour with the grandmothers Apr 03 20:36:24 I think that more or less covers everything we can cover... Apr 03 20:36:36 *the men both nod* Apr 03 20:36:58 In that case, father, if you would come with me... Edward, we'll see you at breakfast? Apr 03 20:38:20 *Edward smiles* Yes, you will Apr 03 20:39:15 * Adalbrecht looks at the desk “why have you not swapped the desk? It took me an hour to have that safely loaded” Apr 03 20:40:10 There was a lot going on last night. I'll speak to the staff in a moment Apr 03 20:40:23 * Adalbrecht nods. Edward goes Apr 03 20:40:58 * Morgan stands, tidying the desk a moment Apr 03 20:41:00 Shall we? Apr 03 20:41:55 * Adalbrecht nods, following him Apr 03 20:42:43 * Morgan leads his father toward Molly, asking a servant on the way to send Dresden to him Apr 03 20:44:08 *the parlour door is slightly ajar when they get there* Apr 03 20:44:18 * Morgan taps on the door Apr 03 20:45:30 M: come in, liebling Apr 03 20:46:34 * Morgan goes inside Apr 03 20:46:36 Morning Apr 03 20:49:02 *the three women say good morning. Molly is sat in the rocking chair with her feet up, Martha sat beside her sewing her dress for tomorrow. Verity has Emil on her hip. Adalbrecht watches her with the boy. For all his regular self-possession, Morgan can see on his Father’s face the fondness of three decades of marriage for the woman who once carried his own sons around Apr 03 20:50:24 * Morgan moves round the room, kissing each woman's cheek before tickling Emil's belly Apr 03 20:53:10 * Adalbrecht smiles, watching them all Apr 03 20:53:24 Father... this is Emil... my son. Apr 03 20:54:07 *Adalbrecht comes over, kissing Verity’s cheek carefully before looking at the baby Apr 03 20:54:42 [It seems babies bring out the romantic side of Koertig men...] Apr 03 20:54:51 he is bigger than I expected Apr 03 20:55:01 [he's had a tough morning... also... thats what she said Apr 03 20:55:05 * Morgan nods Apr 03 20:55:10 He's growing like a weed Apr 03 20:55:29 [I believe I did say that, the first time I met him!] Apr 03 20:56:05 *Emil smiles at Adalbrecht, babbling* Apr 03 20:57:30 * Morgan watches his father Apr 03 20:57:44 * Adalbrecht nods, smiling back warmly “which, naturally, was what I said. But what is a Graf to do, child?” Apr 03 20:58:04 [oh... -thats- where I get that from] Apr 03 20:58:20 *Emil looks excited, kicking his legs, and Adalbrecht takes him from Verity* Apr 03 20:58:41 *Molly smiles fondly* [I guess it is] Apr 03 20:59:19 *Verity and Martha are smiling too* Apr 03 21:00:41 Now, young Koertig, has anyone taught you to ride a horse yet? *Emil says: Ors! Adalbrecht smiles* Oh they have... what about to ride a sheep? Apr 03 21:01:13 E: *he waves his arms and kicks his legs* Eep! Apr 03 21:01:38 *Molly smiles at Morgan* Apr 03 21:03:36 * Adalbrecht nods “A sheep already. You are ahead of the curve. Has anyone taught you to ride an A-“ *Verity interrupts with an “Adalbrecht!” Apr 03 21:03:55 * Morgan laughs Apr 03 21:04:28 * Adalbrecht smiles, winking at Morgan “A donkey?” Apr 03 21:04:55 *Emil looks confused by the word, but still smiles* Apr 03 21:05:08 No donkeys yet. Wonderful. Apr 03 21:06:01 E: Ees. *then he looks to Molly* Bees! Apr 03 21:06:30 *Molly blushes, looking to Morgan again* [oh dear!] Apr 03 21:07:12 [That could take some explaining] Apr 03 21:07:27 No, I do not think anyone can ride bees Apr 03 21:08:03 [I can only imagine what Heinzharold would say to that!] Apr 03 21:08:17 [He's given me an idea about that Apr 03 21:08:19 ] Apr 03 21:08:28 [oh?] Apr 03 21:08:42 *Dresden knocks* Apr 03 21:08:50 Come in Dresden Apr 03 21:09:01 *Dresden does so* Lord? Apr 03 21:09:13 * Morgan hands him the key to his office Apr 03 21:09:35 Would you have my desk from Sudlachenburg placed in my office, replacing the one thats in there please Apr 03 21:10:14 *Dresden inclines his head* “Y-Yes, Lord. Br-breakfast will be served shortly” Apr 03 21:10:42 * Morgan nods Apr 03 21:10:48 We'll be on our way momentarily Apr 03 21:11:20 *Dresden nods, leaving them Apr 03 21:11:38 Does he eat solid food? Apr 03 21:11:50 Some, yes Apr 03 21:12:23 V: Shall we take him to breakfast, dear boy? Apr 03 21:13:27 * Morgan nods Apr 03 21:13:30 If you would like Apr 03 21:15:26 * Adalbrecht looks quite happy to carry the child on his hip through the door for the stairs down to the breakfast room, and Verity and Martha follow him Apr 03 21:15:30 * Adalbrecht is now known as Molly Apr 03 21:15:36 * Molly smiles Apr 03 21:15:56 That went better than I anticipated Apr 03 21:16:12 * Morgan nods slowly, looking toward the door Apr 03 21:16:26 He's had lot to deal with this morning, he's doing remarkably way Apr 03 21:16:50 * Molly nods, taking her feet off the footstool before patting it Apr 03 21:17:02 Shall we take a minute to catch up? Apr 03 21:17:11 * Morgan nods, moving to sit on the footstool Apr 03 21:17:17 * Molly smiles Apr 03 21:17:23 how are -you-? Apr 03 21:18:38 I'm okay Apr 03 21:19:11 * Molly nods Apr 03 21:19:18 no nightmares? Apr 03 21:19:34 paths Apr 03 21:19:45 * Molly nods Apr 03 21:19:54 nothing too awful? Apr 03 21:20:32 I've had much worse Apr 03 21:20:42 * Molly smiles Apr 03 21:20:45 wonderful Apr 03 21:21:16 And you? Apr 03 21:22:17 Nothing after what I dreamt about Seb Apr 03 21:22:28 * Morgan nods Apr 03 21:22:31 Good Apr 03 21:22:44 what happened with your Father? Apr 03 21:23:29 I... called a Nieblungen to me. Apr 03 21:25:01 why? Apr 03 21:26:08 Because it can give answers to him that I couldn't... not if I wanted him to believe me Apr 03 21:27:10 * Molly nods Apr 03 21:27:13 And did it. Apr 03 21:27:17 ? Apr 03 21:27:44 * Morgan nods Apr 03 21:28:02 I rather guided the topic, mind... asked it specific questions it could answer without giving too much away Apr 03 21:29:16 * Molly smiles Apr 03 21:29:23 You are very clever, my love Apr 03 21:30:23 I have my moments. Essentially he has accepted that the magic is not evil, not poison... he's agreed to have mirrors so he can talk to us and Edward, and for mother to have one to speak to uncle Christopher Apr 03 21:31:25 * Molly smiles, looking impressed Apr 03 21:31:31 well done, my love Apr 03 21:33:33 We're going to have him meet Florrie in the gardens after breakfast Apr 03 21:36:42 * Molly smiles, stroking his cheek gently “It seems like it’s all settling nicely” Apr 03 21:37:32 We'll see I suppose Apr 03 21:39:04 * Molly nods Apr 03 21:39:09 how do you feel? Apr 03 21:40:05 A little more... centred... Apr 03 21:40:15 * Molly nods, smiling Apr 03 21:40:23 Good. He seems to like Emil Apr 03 21:40:39 * Morgan nods Apr 03 21:40:47 That's much easier than I anticipated Apr 03 21:42:35 * Molly nods, smiling Apr 03 21:42:52 Perhaps knowing I am with child has made it easier for h8m? Apr 03 21:42:59 Possibly, yes Apr 03 21:43:26 He does not have to worry our adopting will prevent us procreating Apr 03 21:44:54 * Morgan nods Apr 03 21:44:56 indeed Apr 03 21:46:28 * Molly smiles Apr 03 21:46:40 I think I’ve gotten a little bigger again Apr 03 21:46:59 * Morgan nods Apr 03 21:47:10 Must have done, since I can hear him without your changing my hearing now Apr 03 21:47:55 * Molly nods. She stands, holding her dress to her. the bump is definitely visible through it Apr 03 21:48:05 And that is with my stays on. Apr 03 21:48:10 * Morgan nods Apr 03 21:48:14 Definitely bigger Apr 03 21:49:15 * Molly smiles, gently strokes her hair Apr 03 21:49:48 It won’t be long before I wouldn’t be able to stand in front of you like this without it pushing you over! Apr 03 21:49:59 * Morgan chuckles Apr 03 21:50:08 Be knocking things off of dressers and tables... Apr 03 21:50:14 * Molly nods Apr 03 21:51:00 The safest place would be on my back in the bed, hmm? *she kisses his crown. She smells of roses, lavender, and pregnancy* Apr 03 21:52:14 Something along those lines, yes Apr 03 21:53:00 * Molly nods Apr 03 21:53:12 I think we should go down... for breakfast. Apr 03 21:54:01 * Morgan smiles a little, nodding Apr 03 21:54:04 Aye, best had Apr 03 21:54:59 * Molly kisses his forehead before looking down at him with a smile “Unless, of course, there is something of that nature you need seeing to before you have to sit next to me the whole meal...” Apr 03 21:55:39 I'm afraid we do not have time Apr 03 21:56:08 Oh I rather think I could manage that for you in less than two minutes... Apr 03 21:57:11 Thank you but... I am still fairly sated from earlier... fairly... Apr 03 21:58:04 * Molly nods, smiling “Alright, my love. I imagine we’ll be in the dining room rather than the breakfast room as there’s so many of us. Are Florrie and Alice to stay up here?” Apr 03 21:59:18 I think it would be easier, since it'd mean father meeting her in front of everyone... it might be too much for Florrie Apr 03 21:59:33 * Molly nods, offering him her hand Apr 03 21:59:44 * Morgan takes it Apr 03 21:59:54 Come on then, my love, let us go and entertain everyone Apr 03 22:00:12 * Morgan nods, standing up Apr 03 22:00:16 Alright then Apr 03 22:01:48 * Molly keeps his hand as they go down and through the house. Everyone but Alice and Florrie are assembled at the table, the two smaller babies too. She gives the instructions to a servant before coming to sit beside him. Good mornings are said to everyone Apr 03 22:04:14 How did everyone sleep? Apr 03 22:05:10 *They all assure him they slept well, except for HH who glances at Inga with a grin. She kicks him under the table* Apr 03 22:05:41 [I imagine Inga was awake as usual!] Apr 03 22:05:51 [it looks that way] Apr 03 22:06:24 Elsie: What about you, Morgan? Apr 03 22:06:51 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 03 22:06:57 About as well as I ever do, love. Apr 03 22:07:40 *This is an awkward question when Mina is sat only a few spaces away and he can still recall the feeling of the scars on her flank* Apr 03 22:08:25 James: Are you excited about the baptisms? Apr 03 22:08:56 * Morgan nods Apr 03 22:09:30 Its the first time Ive hosted, let alone hosted so many... Apr 03 22:09:44 *David has Emil on his lap now, and with Morgan’s arrival the food gets served* Apr 03 22:10:06 Mina: It’s always nerve-wracking the first time Apr 03 22:10:41 * Morgan nods, starting on his breakfast Apr 03 22:11:19 In some ways an easier introduction to it would've been nice but... this is important Apr 03 22:11:58 Adalbrecht: It’s a good way to meet the local nobles Apr 03 22:12:28 * Morgan nods Apr 03 22:12:36 I know... doesn't make it any less daunting... Apr 03 22:13:27 Martha: Moll, would you like us to decorate the hall today with the art from Capperlucia? I’ve already had Frau Arendt make the cake with the nut flesh and milk. Apr 03 22:14:32 *HH is the first to smirk, but Morgan can see Edward and his friends also doing so, except Dekker who is quietly talking to Diana* Apr 03 22:14:49 [children the lot of them] Apr 03 22:14:56 *Molly nods* Yes please, we need to be very busy today Apr 03 22:15:36 [Indeed. you were going to tell me something Heinzharold made you think of?] Apr 03 22:16:03 [not right now I'm not] Apr 03 22:16:07 David: Morgan, have you noticed that Xantha is out of sorts? Apr 03 22:16:12 * Morgan sips his coffee Apr 03 22:16:15 Again? Apr 03 22:16:24 [A pity, I would possibly enjoy it] Apr 03 22:16:52 *David nods* I think Aurora may foal at the weekend Apr 03 22:17:35 * Morgan frowns Apr 03 22:17:40 I didn't think she was that close yet Apr 03 22:18:09 *David nods* It’s tough to say when he first covered her Apr 03 22:18:38 *he notices Martha giving David a look* Apr 03 22:19:07 D: Perhaps we can discuss it after breakfast? Apr 03 22:19:20 Probably wise Apr 03 22:19:40 *Varick has a worryingly inquisitive look on his face* Apr 03 22:20:37 I think... since I am holding on to certain information about capperlucia until his grace arrives... perhaps I might treat you to seeing one of its feathered inhabitants... Apr 03 22:21:00 *Varick looks excited* Yes, we can show you Bir Apr 03 22:21:19 *Emil looks around: Bir!* Apr 03 22:21:36 * Morgan smiles, eating Apr 03 22:22:14 *Ruth, who has sat very quietly and politely between HH and Ma says “Is Bir a bird?” Apr 03 22:22:26 * Morgan nods Apr 03 22:22:36 She's called Bir because Emil couldn't say bird... Apr 03 22:23:39 *He notices Claudia is keeping a watchful eye on Witts, and seemingly trying to not look at DeeDee. Beside her, Uinise just looks at ease* Apr 03 22:23:59 *Ruth nods* I’d like to see her Apr 03 22:24:04 * Morgan nods Apr 03 22:24:26 Once we've all eaten... then after that I'm afraid a few of us have things we must attend to Apr 03 22:25:01 *this seems to suit everyone* Varick: You can all see my cat too, he’s Castillean, but he can’t help it Apr 03 22:25:26 * Morgan chuckles Apr 03 22:25:31 *this makes everyone at the table smile and laugh, though Uinise looks a little puzzled* Apr 03 22:25:47 *Claudia whispers in her ear* Apr 03 22:27:43 * Morgan glances at Edward briefly Apr 03 22:28:05 He kept me company on the long night watches Apr 03 22:29:54 *Edward nods* I met him when we sailed from Zweibrucke to Starke with you Apr 03 22:30:34 * Morgan nods Apr 03 22:30:43 He used to wrap himself around my shoulders when I was in the nest Apr 03 22:32:37 *Edward nods. Varick continues to tell them all about the cat, embellishing the stories, but only a little* Apr 03 22:33:27 * Morgan eats quietly, glancing around at his guests Apr 03 22:33:44 *breakfast passes quite easily, there’s enough people who are familiar with each other to keep the conversation flowing nicely. Molly is very good at following each, and participates a little in the nearest ones. She looks happy and confident, and he can’t help but notice the special freckles as she’s chatting and laughing* Apr 03 22:36:43 *Everyone seems in good spirits. Heinrich and HH seem to be ignoring each other, DeeDee has seated himself out of the eyeline of Hildegarde, Ruth seems to. be watching Potts now and then but whilst trying to be sneaky about it. Emil gets passed from David to Martha, andMattias goes from Grendlik to Verity. Walder eats a lot of food, but there’s plenty so it doesn’t matter Apr 03 22:37:55 *By the time breakfast has started to wind down, the combination of Adalbrecht being very much his normal self with the company, and Molly’s proximity and scent, he starts to have some regrets about not accepting her offer Apr 03 22:38:22 * Morgan sips his coffee, looking around Apr 03 22:38:32 Are we about done? If so, I'll fetch Bir... Apr 03 22:38:53 *Everyone nods, assuring him it was very good food Apr 03 22:39:33 * Morgan nods, asking the footman to relay the compliments to the staff before getting up and going to find Bir Apr 03 22:40:26 *He has to go through the house, and finds her up in the boys’ room in the branches they had arranged for her. Ulysses is here too Apr 03 22:40:41 [where do you want to do it, my love?] Apr 03 22:40:44 Come on Bir... Apr 03 22:40:56 [Where would you think best?] Apr 03 22:41:22 * Morgan picks up Ulysses, putting him on his shoulder Apr 03 22:41:31 [the main drawing room gives is most space] Apr 03 22:41:43 [Alright. I'll be along in a moment] Apr 03 22:42:00 *Bir ruffles her feathers then shakes them* Pretty Bir *she wolf-whistles* Apr 03 22:42:11 * Morgan smiles Apr 03 22:42:25 Yes, pretty Bir. Come on, some people want to see you Apr 03 22:42:40 *Bir flies down to the floor* Apr 03 22:43:29 * Morgan bends down to stroke her beak before gently lifting her onto his hand Apr 03 22:43:39 B: Muah! Apr 03 22:44:16 * Morgan smiles, briefly bringing her face to his forehead for a moment before setting off for the drawing room Apr 03 22:45:10 *He catches a glimpse of himself in a mirror on the way, a pirate cat draped like a scarf, and a massive bird that looks like a child has painted it on his arm Apr 03 22:46:01 * Morgan chuckles to himself as he walks Apr 03 22:47:32 *He makes it back there where everyone is assembled. He notices a slight curve of her belly visible through her dress as she’s leant against a sideboard waiting with the others Apr 03 22:48:14 *there are gasps of surprise and murmurs of disbelief * Apr 03 22:48:32 * Morgan carries Bir over to Ruth, speaking quietly Apr 03 22:48:40 This is Bir... she's a pretty bird... Apr 03 22:49:09 *Ruth blushes at having the attention of the room* She’s real pretty, my Lord Apr 03 22:49:39 *Bir says “Pretty Bir. Muah!” Apr 03 22:50:03 *there’s astonishment amongst the group* Apr 03 22:50:18 Heidi: Did the bird just talk?! Apr 03 22:50:41 HH: Well, he’s not much of a ventriloquist, so yeah Apr 03 22:51:04 * Morgan smiles, kissing Bir's head gently Apr 03 22:51:12 Clever girl Apr 03 22:51:57 *Bir wolf-whistles. This make everyone laugh, to which she throws her head back, laughing like Heinzharold* Apr 03 22:53:08 *Varick looks very proud* This is our bird, and she is called Bir. She is a Na’ani bird from Capperlucia and she is very clever. She can do tricks and talk Apr 03 22:53:29 * Morgan reaches up, stroking Ulysses head Apr 03 22:54:00 * Molly smiles, watching the boy [my god, his confidence and self-assurance is so much stronger than when we met him] Apr 03 22:54:20 [He really knows how to make us proud] Apr 03 22:54:37 [yes he does] Apr 03 22:56:15 *Varick points to Ulysses* This is my cat. He is called Captain Ulysses the Third, and he is from Castile. He is a pirate cat, you can see his eyepatch. He has an oath of vengeance against the Captain who stole him from his cat family Apr 03 22:56:28 *This amuses and charms the grown ups Apr 03 22:56:40 That I may or may not have had a hand in dealing with Apr 03 22:57:16 *Varick lights up at this* He kicked him down the gangplank Apr 03 22:57:28 [it was go8ng so well] Apr 03 22:57:57 [overcoming injustice is important] Apr 03 22:58:00 *the grown ups are nodding along as if this is part of the child’s fantastical story* Apr 03 22:58:32 * Morgan moves, carrying Bir to stand in front of the visiting boys, crouching to their height Apr 03 22:58:48 If you're gentle, you can stroke her... like this... Apr 03 22:58:52 V: Then he head butted him in the head. Apr 03 22:58:55 * Morgan shoes them to gently stroke her feathers Apr 03 22:59:08 *The other two boys do so* Apr 03 22:59:46 Mauschen, why don’t we find some seeds and some cups so you can show them her game? Apr 03 23:00:23 V: But I didn’t tell them what Vati did to the mean Captain next, or what Captain Ulysses did to the sails Apr 03 23:00:54 * Morgan smiles, standing and carrying Bir over to Heidi before whispering the word 'sharp' to the bird Apr 03 23:01:20 HH: *he crouches down to Varick* Some stories are best just for the fellows, kid. Mebbie later, yeah? Apr 03 23:02:05 B: *she says loudly* Ouch! Careful! Sharp! Mind your fingers! Apr 03 23:02:46 *this distracts the others from Varick. Heidi laughs most, grinning* Apr 03 23:03:21 * Morgan touches Bir's wing before splaying his fingers out Apr 03 23:03:26 Not sure she'll figure this out... Apr 03 23:04:10 *Bir looks at his hand, then does it with her wing. The others look impressed* Apr 03 23:04:19 * Morgan smiles Apr 03 23:04:23 Good girl Bir... clever girl Apr 03 23:04:27 Christopher: That’s very intelligent Apr 03 23:04:40 B: Clever Bir. Pretty Bir Apr 03 23:04:43 Varick wasn't joking... they're very smart birds Apr 03 23:05:22 Uinise: They can use tools, and we can send letters with them, but only for food Apr 03 23:05:35 * Morgan nods Apr 03 23:05:38 Like HeinzHarold Apr 03 23:05:55 *the group laugh at this* Apr 03 23:06:11 [for food and ‘bees] Apr 03 23:06:36 * Morgan chuckles quietly Apr 03 23:07:12 [I’m going to go down to the kitchen for cups and seed, my love] Apr 03 23:07:46 [alright my love] Apr 03 23:07:57 * Morgan carries Bir around so the others can look at her Apr 03 23:09:25 *they start asking Uinise questions about the size they get to, and the age, and she seems happy answering. In turns they meet her, everyone looking impressed. Varick asks for her to be put on a low table. Molly isn’t back after ten minutes* Apr 03 23:09:43 * Morgan puts her down Apr 03 23:09:49 [Are you alright love?] Apr 03 23:10:59 [I am eating cake and talking toFrau Arendt. Are you alright?] Apr 03 23:11:19 [Yes fine, just... you've been gone a little while] Apr 03 23:11:38 [I’m fine, my love. Are you missing me dreadfully?] Apr 03 23:11:50 [yes. And we're waiting for the seeds and cups Apr 03 23:12:10 [I will come up now then] Apr 03 23:13:01 * Morgan takes Ulysses from his shoulder, putting him in the crook of his elbow to stroke him Apr 03 23:13:48 * Molly looks a little flushed when she gets there, giving them to Varick with a smile as she says “I’m sorry, the housekeeper needed me for two minutes” Apr 03 23:14:04 $And there was cake$ Apr 03 23:14:19 * Molly comes to stand by Morgan whilst Varick gets started Apr 03 23:14:34 $looks like she ran back!$ Apr 03 23:14:44 HH* Apr 03 23:15:48 [you're very flushed my love, are you alright?] Apr 03 23:16:05 * Molly fusses the cat. She does smell a little warmer, that intruding scent in particular. She speaks quietly “I’m fine, liebling” Apr 03 23:16:21 You're sure? Apr 03 23:16:33 I realised how long I had been Apr 03 23:17:24 *Varick is explaining how the game works* Apr 03 23:17:48 The cake was that good? Apr 03 23:18:22 You wouldn’t like it I think *she smiles up at him* It was still hot and sweet Apr 03 23:18:35 * Morgan shrugs Apr 03 23:18:42 Cant be helped... what did Frau Arendt want? Apr 03 23:19:10 That I think we should discuss away from the others... Apr 03 23:19:41 Now? Apr 03 23:19:58 No, it isn’t hugely pressing Apr 03 23:20:14 [or here?] Apr 03 23:20:39 [here will suffice, unless there’s anything else we need to discuss too?] Apr 03 23:21:27 [I don't think so, no] Apr 03 23:21:30 *Varick gets the game going with Bir, who easily finds the seed* Apr 03 23:22:07 [Diana wants a particular set of sheets that they always had before but have not been put on her bed] Apr 03 23:22:22 [Right...] Apr 03 23:23:07 [I have said only to go looking for them if someone can be spared, but with His Grace coming tonight the staff are busy] Apr 03 23:23:28 [Alrigh love] Apr 03 23:24:23 [Though I am entertaining a pleasant day dream of you and I going room to room to roll around on the beds to find them, so that makes it more enjoyable] Apr 03 23:24:43 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 03 23:25:14 [Walder wanted to talk to me... I'll probably do that while everyone is readying to meet Florrie] Apr 03 23:25:50 [That makes sense, my love. Don’t work too hard though, yes?] Apr 03 23:26:09 [I'll. Be fine love] Apr 03 23:27:29 [Good. I am going to be busy with my Mother after that to get the hall ready, and my dress is still not finished. I expect the Rosenkrantzs by three, and his Grace before dinner] Apr 03 23:27:57 [alright my love] Apr 03 23:28:32 [I’m sure you won’t be at a loss for company though!] Apr 03 23:28:53 [No, I imagine not] Apr 03 23:29:38 * Molly subtly strokes the inside of his arm as she’s fussing the cat, smiling with mischief as the others clap for the bird Apr 03 23:29:55 [minx] Apr 03 23:30:04 [as you like it.] Apr 03 23:49:55 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client)