**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Apr 6 00:22:50 2024 Apr 06 00:22:50 * Ma has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 06 01:00:01 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 06 09:40:21 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 06 10:46:43 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 06 11:57:03 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 06 15:07:07 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 06 15:49:05 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 06 16:09:54 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 06 16:12:50 Will you warn them that Ruth is not a lightskirt or someone’s potential mistress? Apr 06 16:12:50 *Ruth blushes, but it’s that teen girl sort of blush where little crushes have been revealed* Apr 06 16:12:50 HH: $who am I murdering first?$ Apr 06 16:12:50 * Morgan glances at HeinzHarold Apr 06 16:12:50 We'll take care of it Apr 06 16:12:51 *HH grins* Yep Apr 06 16:12:53 thank you, Morgan Apr 06 16:12:55 * Morgan nods, putting an arm around Ruth Apr 06 16:12:57 'S just what we do for family Apr 06 16:12:59 *she nods, looking at the house* He’d have been proud of you all. Apr 06 16:13:01 * Morgan looks at HeinzHarold Apr 06 16:13:03 You tell her about the stone? Apr 06 16:13:07 HH: Nope Apr 06 16:13:09 We just... thought it right the first stone was for Da... it says so on it Apr 06 16:13:11 * Ma smiles, squeezing Morgan’s arm “He’d have liked that too” Apr 06 16:13:13 * Morgan nods Apr 06 16:13:48 * Molly is now known as Ma Apr 06 16:14:00 Old Heinzharold did ours Apr 06 16:14:34 * Morgan nods Apr 06 16:14:41 I know... HeinzHarold told me Apr 06 16:19:56 * Ma nods, smiling Apr 06 16:20:15 We were so young then. Much younger than Heinzharold is Apr 06 16:20:41 *Inga smirks slightly at Morgan who is only three weeks younger* Apr 06 16:21:00 Ah, well, we've been busy Apr 06 16:24:11 You got married young, Theus only knows what took him so long! Apr 06 16:24:50 Theus was waiting for them to meet at the right moment Apr 06 16:27:29 Lucky she’s younger so there’s time for the babies Apr 06 16:27:52 *A little look passes between HH and his wife* Apr 06 16:27:57 Forunate indeed Apr 06 16:28:10 * Ma smiles at Morgan Apr 06 16:28:37 And you went even younger, that’s very smart for all yours. Ten eventually? Apr 06 16:29:02 Seven by birth I think Apr 06 16:29:12 HH: $she’ll be on about your twig and berries if you don’t escape$ Apr 06 16:29:34 $She wouldn't do that to me. She actually likes me$ Apr 06 16:29:47 *Hh chuckles* Apr 06 16:30:46 Can we help with anything for the baptisms tomorrow? I don’t mind looking after any of the babbies you have here Apr 06 16:31:20 Might well take you on that... I'll mention it to Molly Apr 06 16:31:54 She’s looking well, Capperlucia seemed to agree with her Apr 06 16:32:11 * Morgan nods Apr 06 16:32:13 I'd say so Apr 06 16:32:39 HH: $think it was you that agreed with her man, now she’s stuck that way for five more months$ Apr 06 16:33:41 $Don't think she's complaining$ Apr 06 16:34:55 HH: $dunno, bet she moans quite a bit$ Apr 06 16:35:06 * Morgan blushes a bit, looking around Apr 06 16:35:14 I'd best get on, my carriage has arrived Apr 06 16:35:19 *Hh just smirks* Apr 06 16:35:48 Ruth: I can’t imagine having an actual carriage! you’re so lucky! Apr 06 16:36:07 *HH looks surprisingly thoughtful* Apr 06 16:37:02 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 06 16:37:14 Its sort of required, when I'll be taking over before too long Apr 06 16:37:51 *they all nods, letting him get on his way* Apr 06 16:38:03 * Morgan does so Apr 06 16:41:52 *The estate seems busy, and all the staff he sees acknowledge him. He sees Hildegarde and Heinrich watching the three playing boys with are throwing a ball in the driveway for Ballard. He has his hand on her lower back. Her bump is easily visible Apr 06 16:42:25 [Are you joining me love?] Apr 06 16:43:29 [I will, yes, but I’ll have to come back soon] Apr 06 16:45:00 * Morgan looks around for the carriage, moving toward the boys Apr 06 16:45:24 *it’s probably up by the stables Apr 06 16:46:01 *The boys all look happy. Varick in particular looks joyful to have his friends with him* Apr 06 16:46:29 * Morgan stops, watching the as e waits for Molly Apr 06 16:48:02 * Ma is now known as Hildegarde Apr 06 16:48:07 * Hildegarde comes over Apr 06 16:48:12 Good morning Apr 06 16:48:20 morning Apr 06 16:48:34 thank you for inviting us Apr 06 16:48:48 * Morgan smiles Apr 06 16:48:53 Of course... you're family Apr 06 16:50:22 * Hildegarde smiles Apr 06 16:50:30 We’re getting to be a big family Apr 06 16:50:53 * Morgan nods Apr 06 16:51:02 Indeed we are Apr 06 16:51:27 Sascha’s babies will be coming within the month, are you still going? Apr 06 16:51:42 * Morgan nods Apr 06 16:52:00 Absolutely. I'd like to see those babies in the cribs I made Apr 06 16:53:08 * Hildegarde nods Apr 06 16:53:35 They’ll be happy to see you Apr 06 16:54:38 I hope so Apr 06 16:58:02 * Hildegarde nods Apr 06 16:58:19 We aren’t very far behind them with this baby Apr 06 16:58:51 No, you're not... what do you hope for? Apr 06 16:59:08 I’m not sure Apr 06 17:00:29 * Morgan nods Apr 06 17:00:35 As long as its healthy... Apr 06 17:03:30 * Hildegarde nods Apr 06 17:03:50 As long as we both come through it Apr 06 17:04:19 * Morgan nods Apr 06 17:04:20 indeed Apr 06 17:06:52 * Hildegarde smiles at the children’s antics Apr 06 17:07:15 Are your thoughts turning in that direction now you’re finally home? Apr 06 17:07:43 * Morgan nods Apr 06 17:07:51 I think its time now... Apr 06 17:10:42 * Hildegarde nods. Molly comes out of the main door towards them. She looks happy but purposeful Apr 06 17:11:50 * Morgan watches her, smiling a little Apr 06 17:13:03 *Molly smiles back at him* Sorry, I was tied up Apr 06 17:13:23 Plans? Apr 06 17:16:56 M: Decorating the Hall. Hildegarde, how are you? You’re clearly blooming Apr 06 17:18:54 * Hildegarde smiles, thanking her. Though her eyes are just like Dietlinde’s, there’s not that same shock and pain seeing these two women interact now as the first time they met in July “It’s nice to have a trip away, we only go so far as Sudlachenburg normally, and Rickon was looking forward to seeing Varick” Apr 06 17:19:19 Varicks missed him a great deal Apr 06 17:20:12 Molly nods: He spoke about both of his friends much when we were away, though he did meet a very sweet little girl in Capperlucia! Apr 06 17:21:05 * Hildegarde smiles “He’s going to be a handsome man, I doubt it’ll be the last time!” Apr 06 17:21:24 * Morgan nods, smiling a little Apr 06 17:21:27 I imagine you're right Apr 06 17:22:25 M: Perhaps we can catch up more later? Apr 06 17:22:34 * Hildegarde nods, smiling “I’d like that” Apr 06 17:22:59 * Morgan smiles Apr 06 17:23:07 Come on love, lets go have a look at it Apr 06 17:24:52 * Hildegarde is now known as Molly Apr 06 17:25:06 * Molly goes with him, taking his hand Apr 06 17:25:13 Are you alright, my love? Apr 06 17:25:27 * Morgan nods Apr 06 17:25:42 Its just... difficult, with father. Apr 06 17:27:09 Can I help? Apr 06 17:28:11 Just need time love Apr 06 17:28:30 * Molly nods “Is it that you are upset, or that he is!” Apr 06 17:28:32 ?” Apr 06 17:29:00 Its a lot for him to deal with, hes been trying to reassure mother and Edward Apr 06 17:29:34 But you yourself are doing better? Apr 06 17:29:56 I think so, yes Apr 06 17:32:55 * Molly nods Apr 06 17:33:08 where is he now? Apr 06 17:33:27 I left him on the lawns... Apr 06 17:33:54 oh, alright my love Apr 06 17:34:31 I wonder if he might appreciate some reassurance from you... Apr 06 17:34:58 Yes... I’ll try to find him after I’ve seen the carriage Apr 06 17:35:17 * Morgan nods Apr 06 17:35:19 Alright love Apr 06 17:36:25 *The staff are coming and going from the servants terraces, no one looking at all afraid of being watched by their employers. Karlsruhe comes out of one, making a beeline for them Apr 06 17:37:30 That looks ominous Apr 06 17:38:14 Does it? Apr 06 17:38:26 K: My Lord, I have a letter for you Apr 06 17:38:31 Oh? Apr 06 17:44:10 *Karlsruhe hands it over. Molly lets go of his hand* Apr 06 17:44:42 * Morgan takes it, thanking him Apr 06 17:44:51 I'd like to get you and Elsie together again Apr 06 17:47:58 *Karlsruhe smiles* I was about to look for them when I saw you, my Lord Apr 06 17:48:58 * Morgan nods, smiling Apr 06 17:49:19 good. Have a chat with Walder as well, please... he and Theresa will be joining us here in the long term Apr 06 17:50:33 *Karlsruhe nods* If you’ll excuse me? Apr 06 17:51:04 * Morgan nods, opening the letter Apr 06 17:51:19 *Karlsruhe leaves them* Apr 06 17:54:15 *It says “Your Excellencies, The Kiev Players would be honoured to attend the celebration for the baptism of your sons and to perform a modified version of our play for you. We will arrive promptly at eight in the morning on Tuesday. Your servant, Izamelous “ *the writing is beautiful, definitely a that of a nobleman sent to an excellent Academy* Apr 06 18:00:30 Excellent Apr 06 18:02:56 * Molly looks, smiling Apr 06 18:02:59 wonderful Apr 06 18:03:13 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:03:19 Hopefully that goes over well Apr 06 18:04:08 * Molly nods Apr 06 18:04:15 He has a very good hand Apr 06 18:04:29 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:04:35 Clearly went to a good academy Apr 06 18:04:46 * Molly nods Apr 06 18:05:04 He would have been a Veisgraf were it not for the War, I believe Apr 06 18:07:14 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:07:16 That happens Apr 06 18:07:38 Fortunately not for you Apr 06 18:08:20 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:08:24 I have been lucky Apr 06 18:08:29 * Molly nods Apr 06 18:08:37 You’d have had a massive advantage Apr 06 18:10:18 Oh? Apr 06 18:11:29 Catterick Apr 06 18:11:34 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:11:35 true Apr 06 18:11:51 You could have moved there, run a ship Apr 06 18:13:10 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:13:15 Yes, I suppose I could have Apr 06 18:14:46 * Molly smiles Apr 06 18:15:12 And no doubt we’d have bumped into each other somehow. You just can’t shake me off Apr 06 18:15:20 * Morgan smiles Apr 06 18:15:22 Thankfully Apr 06 18:15:39 * Molly smiles “And vice versa, hmm?” Apr 06 18:16:19 Apparently so Apr 06 18:16:33 Rub, but not shake? *she smirks* Apr 06 18:17:06 * Morgan blushes Apr 06 18:17:09 Shush Apr 06 18:17:18 * Molly giggles Apr 06 18:17:33 Unlikely, my love, but it’s good to have hope Apr 06 18:18:33 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 06 18:18:36 That it is Apr 06 18:19:51 * Molly smiles fondly. The carriage is indeed by the stables, the Cartwright Eichmann and another man with him. It’s big, black and shy with the Koertig crest very neat on the side of it. Molly smiles warmly Apr 06 18:20:08 Wow, it’s huge and so shiny! Apr 06 18:21:17 Bigger than I expected Apr 06 18:23:37 * Molly glances at him. She doesn’t even make a comment, she doesn’t need to. She just smiles a certain way before looking back to his new acquisition Apr 06 18:24:45 * Morgan approaches Eichmann, looking at the carriage as he moves Apr 06 18:25:04 Herr Eichmann... Apr 06 18:26:01 *Eichmann bows* Your Excellency Apr 06 18:27:02 * Morgan inclines his head Apr 06 18:27:12 You've done a magnificent job Apr 06 18:27:36 *Eichmann smiles* Thank you, we take pride in our work Apr 06 18:29:12 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:29:14 It shows Apr 06 18:31:30 *Eichmann talks him through the outside features before saying* I’ll show you how to work the bed Apr 06 18:31:51 [you had a bed put in the coach?!] Apr 06 18:33:01 [Not for the reason you think] Apr 06 18:33:06 * Morgan nods, following Eichmann Apr 06 18:37:05 *Eichmann gets in. He takes the leather padded foot panel off one side, twisting it so it locks over the gap between the seats, and sets down four thick supporting legs underneath it Apr 06 18:37:26 E: That gives you a small bed whilst retaining some seating Apr 06 18:38:24 Very good Apr 06 18:39:28 *He then does the same on the next side, making a double width bed that leaves a smaller space near the door to sit and manoeuvre* Apr 06 18:40:48 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:42:53 Eichmann: Do you want it put down, your Excellency? Apr 06 18:43:20 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:43:27 Best see how it ends up and how its done... Apr 06 18:44:21 *He does this very easily, just reversing the process until it’s back to normal Apr 06 18:44:49 * Morgan smiles Apr 06 18:44:54 Thats excellent work Apr 06 18:47:06 *Eichmann bows* I am delighted you are satisfied, your Excellency Apr 06 18:47:18 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:47:25 Absolutely I am Apr 06 18:47:53 E: if you have no further questions, I will depart, your Excellency Apr 06 18:48:39 You were going to put me in touch with someone to look over the horses, see if they're ready to draw the carriage... Apr 06 18:50:44 E: Have the horses arrived, my Lord? Apr 06 18:50:51 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:50:54 Just over there... Apr 06 18:51:28 E: I can send someone this afternoon if that is convenient Apr 06 18:52:09 Yes... they may need to deal with the grooms if my guests have arrived but someone will be available Apr 06 18:54:04 I will have them come as soon as possible, your Excellency. Hopefully they can harness them and the carriage will be ready for a ride Apr 06 18:54:33 * Morgan nods, smiling Apr 06 18:54:38 Thank you, Herr Eichmann Apr 06 18:56:44 *The man bows again, and goes to get on the cart the other man has. Molly watches them go with a smile Apr 06 18:56:53 I’m very impressed by it Apr 06 18:57:04 * Morgan nods Apr 06 18:57:07 As am I Apr 06 19:05:20 * Molly looks at it again Apr 06 19:05:38 The small bed will be wonderful for travelling with children Apr 06 19:05:45 * Morgan ods Apr 06 19:05:50 Precisely what I was thinking Apr 06 19:06:16 And for the big bed you were thinking... lots of children? *she smiles* Apr 06 19:06:52 It'd save knocking on a farmers door... Apr 06 19:07:40 * Molly nods “It would indeed” Apr 06 19:09:43 * Morgan smiles a little, looking it over Apr 06 19:09:47 I'm impressed Apr 06 19:11:26 It’s excellent , my love, I look forward to riding in it Apr 06 19:12:14 * Morgan nods Apr 06 19:12:20 Got to get to church somehow... Apr 06 19:14:09 * Molly smiles faintly “Indeed we do” Apr 06 19:15:21 When do you plan to give Ruth her dress? Apr 06 19:18:01 Oh, this afternoon I think. It’s hard to know, I feel I have so much to accomplish yet Apr 06 19:19:10 * Morgan nods Apr 06 19:19:15 Emmilene would like to help Apr 06 19:20:34 * Molly nods thoughtfully Apr 06 19:22:38 Alright... maybe if she could watch the children, the others could help me finish my dress. The Rosenkrantzs could be as early as three o’clock, and that will put me out of action for a few hours between making sure they’re settled in and then introducing them to my parents. I might need someone to bring Emil to and fro, and to help with the children’s tea and bed time. Apr 06 19:23:11 * Morgan nods Apr 06 19:23:15 She's over by HeinzHarolds house Apr 06 19:23:20 * Molly nods Apr 06 19:24:00 Alright, I shall find her, then your father, then feed Emil, and get back on with the hall. I might be late for lunch I’m afraid Apr 06 19:24:19 You need to be taking care of yourself... I don't want you feeling faint again Apr 06 19:32:24 I know my love, but I am very busy Apr 06 19:32:30 * Morgan nods Apr 06 19:32:32 I know love Apr 06 19:32:59 How about if I promise that I will observe Quiet Hour and rest then? Apr 06 19:33:36 * Morgan nods Apr 06 19:33:37 Alright Apr 06 19:34:45 Will you be available to ensure Ido so? Apr 06 19:34:52 I. -think- so Apr 06 19:44:31 you hope so? Apr 06 19:48:40 I want to see how Edwards doing Apr 06 19:49:01 * Molly nods “Shall we walk back now?” Apr 06 19:49:23 * Morgan nods Apr 06 19:49:25 Aye, lets Apr 06 19:49:55 * Molly takes his hand in both of hers as she walks close beside him Apr 06 19:50:06 are you going to Edward next? Apr 06 19:50:14 * Morgan nods Apr 06 19:52:44 I hope he is alright Apr 06 19:52:59 * Morgan nods Apr 06 19:53:02 Me too Apr 06 19:54:57 let him know he can come to me, please Apr 06 19:55:04 * Morgan nods Apr 06 19:55:10 Of course my love Apr 06 19:55:53 *they have to seperate at the main door, him going in, her staying out Apr 06 19:56:14 * Morgan kisses her cheek before doing so, going to find Edward Apr 06 19:56:45 Dresden tells him Edward is in the nursery* Apr 06 19:57:06 * Morgan thanks him, heading that way Apr 06 19:57:37 *he gets there without interruption* Apr 06 19:57:49 * Morgan knocks quietly Apr 06 19:59:29 *Edward calls for him to come in* Apr 06 20:00:14 * Morgan goes through the door Apr 06 20:00:33 * Molly is now known as Edward Apr 06 20:01:10 * Edward , Mina, Jarvie, Grendlik, And four of the seven children are there, all the small ones Apr 06 20:02:04 Busy in here Apr 06 20:03:11 *Mina is in a chair holding Mattias, the other grown ups playing a block stacking game on the floor. Thomas is asleep beside Grendlik in a wicker basket. Emil is on Jarvie’s lap, Florrie on Edward’s Apr 06 20:03:33 We have become the nurse aids Apr 06 20:03:56 You need a pinafore then... Apr 06 20:07:08 * Edward nods. Emil snatches a brick, trying to eatit Apr 06 20:07:23 F: No Eel! Not take bricks! Apr 06 20:07:43 * Edward smiles at Morgan briefly Apr 06 20:08:10 Princess, if we let Emil have that one, we can keep playing without him kicking them over again Apr 06 20:08:47 F: Okay Vati. Vati turn now Apr 06 20:11:38 Edward, can I have a word? Apr 06 20:11:56 *Edward stacks his before saying* Of course Apr 06 20:12:25 F: *she looks around warily* Apr 06 20:13:10 Maybe Mina will keep you company, sweetheart? Apr 06 20:17:39 *Florrie nods. She gets up, going over to Mina cautiously. He sees the look on Edward’s face, a little sadness, a little hope. He stands up* Apr 06 20:17:59 We won't be long Apr 06 20:18:24 J: We won’t miss you anyway *she grins* Apr 06 20:18:50 * Morgan nods, going back out of the room Apr 06 20:20:56 * Edward follows, exhaling slowly Apr 06 20:21:27 how far away are we going? Apr 06 20:21:52 Not very... I don't think your nerves could take it Apr 06 20:22:11 Your room? Apr 06 20:24:13 Can we do it in your room, it’s close? *Morgan’s bedroom is just opposite* Apr 06 20:24:25 * Morgan nods, going that way Apr 06 20:24:40 * Edward follows him in, looking around the pink room Apr 06 20:24:55 Didn’t you have a big expensive pink rug in here? Apr 06 20:25:03 Yes. Apr 06 20:25:30 Did you move it? Apr 06 20:25:47 * Morgan nods Apr 06 20:25:49 Could say that Apr 06 20:26:04 * Edward glances at him Apr 06 20:26:28 Are you redecorating? Apr 06 20:26:41 I plan to, yes, something a bit less... garish. Apr 06 20:27:01 * Edward nods Apr 06 20:27:15 And the rug wouldn’t fit that requirement Apr 06 20:27:24 No... not by a long way Apr 06 20:30:04 * Edward nods. He looks distracted Apr 06 20:30:22 You could've said no... Apr 06 20:31:09 It has to happen sometime, and our time with her is running short Apr 06 20:31:34 * Morgan nods Apr 06 20:31:38 How are you? Apr 06 20:31:55 * Edward nods Apr 06 20:32:06 I think I am alright Apr 06 20:32:10 * Morgan nods Apr 06 20:32:17 Monumentous time... Apr 06 20:32:22 * Edward nods Apr 06 20:32:26 How about you? Apr 06 20:32:47 Struggling, but perhaps not for the reason you might think. I'll be alright. She did wonderfully Apr 06 20:34:49 * Edward nods, smiling Apr 06 20:34:57 She is making progress Apr 06 20:35:04 * Morgan nods Apr 06 20:35:13 I think father did exceptionally as well... Apr 06 20:35:48 * Edward nods Apr 06 20:35:58 Better than I thought he might Apr 06 20:36:06 * Morgan nods Apr 06 20:37:00 The power she has... I've had nobles and an Eisenfurst in a building site, helping to build houses for common families... but that pales in what she accomplished today, getting our father to dig in the dirt with his bare hands Apr 06 20:38:08 * Edward starts laughing Apr 06 20:38:37 I don’t think he even realised that he had a reputation to maintain Apr 06 20:39:00 * Morgan nods, smiling Apr 06 20:39:12 I don't actually ever recall a time he wasn't pristine Apr 06 20:39:17 * Edward nods Apr 06 20:39:32 The mud from her shoes is still on his trousers Apr 06 20:39:38 * Morgan smiles Apr 06 20:39:44 I hadn't noticed when I spoke to him Apr 06 20:40:11 That’s because you are a naturally dirty man *Edward grins* Apr 06 20:40:21 * Morgan shrugs Apr 06 20:40:24 So I'm told Apr 06 20:40:29 oh... thats not what you meant Apr 06 20:40:34 * Edward sniggers at that Apr 06 20:40:59 Did you speak with Witts? Apr 06 20:41:41 Not yet, they were up in their bachelor cottage drinking you dry last night Apr 06 20:41:51 * Morgan rolls his eyes Apr 06 20:42:11 Emmilene has requested I make them aware that Ruth is not some light skirt and not available to become anyones mistress... Apr 06 20:42:26 * Edward frowns at this Apr 06 20:42:37 She is what fifteen? Sixteen? Apr 06 20:42:43 * Morgan nods Apr 06 20:42:49 Think she's got a crush on one of them Apr 06 20:43:13 This will make no difference to any of them, she is a child Apr 06 20:43:37 * Morgan nods Apr 06 20:44:02 Didnt think they would, but I promised I'd mention it... didn't say who I'd mention it -to-, so you got it Apr 06 20:44:33 We have a loose rule, you are never involved with a woman who is younger than half your age plus seven Apr 06 20:45:52 They... Apr 06 20:46:02 *At twenty six, when he married Molly, she was only nineteen* Apr 06 20:46:30 they who? Apr 06 20:46:52 -They- have a loose rule... you don't anymore, you've no need of it. Apr 06 20:47:04 * Edward smiles Apr 06 20:47:28 No, as Mina is two years older than me Apr 06 20:47:49 I fall foul of that rule but... well, I've never been great at following rules. Apr 06 20:48:40 * Edward nods “It must be close enough though. You are now twenty seven and she is twenty one in a few months” Apr 06 20:48:58 * Morgan nods before rolling his neck Apr 06 20:49:20 * Edward watches this “What?” Apr 06 20:49:43 Just... tense, thats all. A lot going on today. Lets get you back to the ladies in your life Apr 06 20:50:00 Brother, do you need a hug? Apr 06 20:50:22 Do you know... I think I do Apr 06 20:50:33 * Edward smiles, hugging him Apr 06 20:51:09 * Morgan holds him tightly for a couple of moments before letting go Apr 06 20:52:06 It was difficult... those were the flowers I'd managed to grow outside the cottage to surprise mother, in the hopes she would visit Apr 06 20:52:44 * Edward nods slowly Apr 06 20:52:51 That is unfortunate Apr 06 20:53:07 * Morgan nods Apr 06 20:53:17 If I'd realised beforehand, it wouldn't have been so bad Apr 06 20:53:27 * Edward nods Apr 06 20:54:17 But it felt like a reminder that Mother and Father are there to look at Florrie’s flowers but did not come to look at Jana’s? Apr 06 20:54:30 That too, yes Apr 06 20:54:50 * Edward nods Apr 06 20:54:58 You could have them removed Apr 06 20:55:59 And remove testament to them connecting like that? No, I couldn't do that Apr 06 20:57:26 * Edward nods Apr 06 20:58:37 It will take time for everyone to adjust. There was one thing I wanted to ask you... Apr 06 20:58:46 Oh? Apr 06 20:59:24 when we were in Sudlachenburg before my wedding, the offer to take me to the graves was made. Do you stand by it? Apr 06 20:59:53 * Morgan watches him seriously Apr 06 21:00:10 I do, if that is what you wish Apr 06 21:00:35 * Edward nods solemnly “It is time to let the past be the past” Apr 06 21:01:09 * Morgan nods Apr 06 21:01:24 We'll see it done Apr 06 21:01:58 * Edward nods, inclining his head Apr 06 21:02:09 thank you. Apr 06 21:03:35 Come on, lets get you back with them Apr 06 21:04:20 * Edward looks to him “How is Molly? I keep meaning to ask how her pregnancy is going, but it seems to disappear from my mind” Apr 06 21:05:51 Does it? Because you have much else to think about? Apr 06 21:06:50 * Edward nods “Perhaps so. There -has- been much to deal with Apr 06 21:07:06 * Morgan nods Apr 06 21:07:18 Or is it more that you cant keep it in mind, even though you try? Apr 06 21:07:36 * Edward thinks Apr 06 21:07:46 It could be that Apr 06 21:08:22 * Morgan chuckles Apr 06 21:08:25 Little sod Apr 06 21:08:37 who? Apr 06 21:08:59 Hirschen... Apr 06 21:09:15 That is the name your son will have? Apr 06 21:09:35 No... its what we're calling him for now... like calling Varick Mauschen... Apr 06 21:09:44 * Edward nods Apr 06 21:09:57 You’ll have to explain this further I think Apr 06 21:10:39 For ages Emil has been saying ee-bah... we'd no idea what it was... its when Hirschen uses his magic... to hide. Apr 06 21:12:40 * Edward nods Apr 06 21:12:57 And you think that hiding is why I forget to ask? Apr 06 21:13:11 * Morgan nods Apr 06 21:13:14 Its a possibility Apr 06 21:15:58 * Edward nods Apr 06 21:16:04 It is plausible Apr 06 21:16:15 * Morgan shrugs a little Apr 06 21:16:44 She's alright...Im' worried she's doing too much but she will simply not sow down... though I have had her word she will rest during quiet hour Apr 06 21:18:17 * Edward smiles Apr 06 21:18:49 My wife generally does not find Quiet Hour restful, but once she is increasing I may insist upon it Apr 06 21:19:08 * Morgan nods Apr 06 21:19:16 Molly didn't but... I've insisted Apr 06 21:19:56 She has a lot of pressure to get this right, naturally Apr 06 21:20:43 * Morgan nods Apr 06 21:20:50 Yes she has Apr 06 21:22:40 * Edward nods “Do you need to make sure she has one of the women there to keep an eye on her?” Apr 06 21:22:56 Best had really Apr 06 21:23:44 * Edward nods “I’ll have Mimi do so, she’s a wonderful hostess” Apr 06 21:24:15 Might be worth leaving that for a bit... the practice with the little ones is valuable Apr 06 21:24:36 * Edward nods, smiling Apr 06 21:24:53 By next year I hope to have given her one Apr 06 21:25:06 Need to do that first... Apr 06 21:25:13 * Edward snorts Apr 06 21:25:33 Is the pregnancy giving you sex on the brain, brother? Apr 06 21:25:57 * Morgan shrugs Apr 06 21:25:59 It happens Apr 06 21:26:23 * Edward nods Apr 06 21:26:56 We will get Molly through today and tomorrow, and then she will be able to rest easier Apr 06 21:27:08 * Morgan nods Apr 06 21:27:40 Before we rush off to Sudlachenburg... did I mention father has agreed to use the mirrors so he can speak with us? Apr 06 21:28:05 No you did not. *he smiles* That is good news Apr 06 21:28:12 * Morgan nods Apr 06 21:28:17 He misses us. Apr 06 21:28:23 * Edward nods Apr 06 21:28:47 It will be helpful not to have to fish information from him via Mother Apr 06 21:29:14 * Morgan nods, moving toward the door Apr 06 21:29:36 It'll take a little bit of creative talking to not give away that she had them all along... but I'm good at that sort of thing Apr 06 21:31:24 * Edward nods, following him Apr 06 21:31:31 Indeed Apr 06 21:31:42 * Morgan opens the door into the nursery Apr 06 21:31:53 Oh, one more thing... Apr 06 21:32:08 Yes? Apr 06 21:32:13 friendly maids. Apr 06 21:32:21 None here. Apr 06 21:32:25 * Edward nods Apr 06 21:32:32 I suspected there would not be Apr 06 21:32:41 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 06 21:32:55 Get HeinzHarold to tell you about his incitent with one Apr 06 21:33:08 * Edward chuckles Apr 06 21:33:16 Ideally without Father? Apr 06 21:33:34 Could be funnier if he was in earshot... Apr 06 21:34:04 Have you checked there are no cream pies on your menu, brother? *he smirks* Apr 06 21:35:07 * Morgan sniggers Apr 06 21:35:12 Come on, inside Apr 06 21:35:29 It definitely means the latter. Apr 06 21:36:00 * Morgan thumps his arm, opening the door into the nursery Apr 06 21:37:14 *this does make him think of Edward’s advice about releasing on her face when she has her tongue out. They’d done it hurriedly in Insel, but never got around to repeating it. Edward rubs his arm Apr 06 21:38:49 * Morgan ushers him in Apr 06 21:41:21 * Edward goes in. Mina has Florrie sat on her lap, she’s looking at Mina’s bracelet where her arm is around the sleeping infant. When sat with Mina and her own curls, he can see the slight curl appearing at the ends of Florrie’s, another small difference between her and the straight-haired daughter Morgan has seen into adulthood in dreams Apr 06 21:42:31 * Morgan smiles, glancing around Apr 06 21:42:40 If no-one requires me, I'm going to check on my wife Apr 06 21:43:09 * Edward just nods mutely, looking at them Apr 06 21:43:32 Jarvie glances over her shoulder: Never have. never will! Apr 06 21:43:46 * Morgan squeezes his arm firmly as he passes by him Apr 06 21:43:56 Thank you Jarvie, a pleasure as always Apr 06 21:44:17 *Jarvie just smiles, going back to entertaining Emil* Apr 06 21:45:10 [would you like to see something I think will set you all aflutter?] Apr 06 21:45:19 [Yes, I think so] Apr 06 21:46:52 *Molly sends him the image of the washing lines with their home in the background. It’s festooned with clean white nappy cloths in different sizes, and well as children’s clothes from tiny infant nightgowns up to Pretty toddler dresses* Apr 06 21:47:29 * Morgan smiles as he closes the door behind him Apr 06 21:47:37 [that'll be ours in a few years] Apr 06 21:47:52 [definitely!] Apr 06 21:48:54 [If I wasn’t already increasing I’d be desperately wanting to try to make feet for tiny socks with you right now!] Apr 06 21:50:41 * Morgan smiles, heading in her direction Apr 06 21:51:02 [Would you like to see something heartening?] Apr 06 21:51:37 [*she sounds amused* Heartening, or hardening?] Apr 06 21:52:08 * Morgan sends her an image of Mina with the baby in one arm, Florrie sat on her lap Apr 06 21:52:30 [Oh! that’s beautiful. You should sketch it] Apr 06 21:52:55 [soon as I have time] Apr 06 21:53:20 [Wednesday after the guests have gone!] Apr 06 21:53:36 [Yes... yes that'll be doable Apr 06 21:53:52 * Edward is now known as Molly Apr 06 21:56:49 *He spots her long before she spots him. She’s walking alone back towards the house across the grass, a straw hat on, and forget-me-nots and lavender in her hand. She looks happy, and comfortable in the surroundings. His route has taken him near the washing line, and the flapping of it in the warm air brings back that day in Fischler where he’d pegged out her dresses and begged Theus to let her live* Apr 06 21:59:25 * Morgan stops for a moment, saying a silent prayer of thanks before trying to catch her up Apr 06 21:59:49 * Molly smiles when she sees him Apr 06 21:59:58 Oh, I thought you were busy! Apr 06 22:00:47 I didn't want to take Edward from them for long... I don't know where Alice was, but when I asked to talk to him, I suggested Florrie sit with Mina... I didn't expect that when we returned Apr 06 22:01:21 * Molly smiles, taking his hand and kissing his knuckles Apr 06 22:01:27 You must be very pleased Apr 06 22:01:35 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:01:44 Edward was just staring at them, dumbstruck. Apr 06 22:01:54 * Molly smiles warmly Apr 06 22:02:02 Like a dream come true Apr 06 22:02:52 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:02:57 Indeed. Apr 06 22:04:08 As I have said to your Father, no one honours Jana by holding back with Florrie, it would just be doing a disservice to a second beautiful sweet little girl who deserves better Apr 06 22:04:20 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:04:25 He talked to you? Apr 06 22:04:50 wellll... he listened, at any rate Apr 06 22:05:15 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:05:20 About as much as we can ask for at the moment Apr 06 22:05:29 * Molly glances at him, smiling “No door frames were harmed.” Apr 06 22:05:58 * Morgan laughs Apr 06 22:06:03 That is a relief, since they're mine Apr 06 22:06:24 Indeed they are. Just as I am. Apr 06 22:06:43 * Morgan nods, taking her hand Apr 06 22:07:19 what did you wish to do now? Apr 06 22:07:30 Oh the usual... what you said, what he said... Apr 06 22:07:53 I asked how he was, he said he was well enough Apr 06 22:08:09 oh... -thats- where I get that Apr 06 22:08:19 * Molly nods Apr 06 22:08:35 I had to push a little harder Apr 06 22:08:39 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:09:28 I said I thought he had handled it wonderfully and that no doubt everyone would have a lot of big feelings over something so momentous Apr 06 22:09:46 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:11:06 You're right Apr 06 22:12:51 As usual, hmm? Apr 06 22:13:06 Don't let it go to your head Apr 06 22:13:09 * Morgan chuckles Apr 06 22:13:40 * Molly smiles, raising her brows, but doesn’t say whatever thing has come to mind Apr 06 22:16:38 * Morgan smiles Apr 06 22:16:44 Then what happened? Apr 06 22:17:45 He said he feels guilt and shame, and that is when I explained that we can only love Florrie twice as hard to try to heal the pain Apr 06 22:18:12 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:19:48 How did he take it? Apr 06 22:20:31 well. he is used to direct talk from me, I think Apr 06 22:20:38 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:20:41 I imagine so Apr 06 22:23:43 I think he accepts that he has to move forward Apr 06 22:24:18 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:24:24 Yes he does Apr 06 22:26:03 How is Edward? Apr 06 22:26:37 Surprisingly well, actually Apr 06 22:27:51 * Molly smiles Apr 06 22:28:04 Good. That must be a weight off you, my love? Apr 06 22:28:14 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:28:20 It is... I need to apologise to Mina Apr 06 22:28:25 why? Apr 06 22:29:18 I didnt' give her the opportunity to be involved earlier Apr 06 22:31:58 It wasn’t just you my love, and it would not have helped if everyone had been treading carefully around her rather than concentrating on Florrie and your Father Apr 06 22:32:29 I know... I think she'd have declined but... she should have been involved Apr 06 22:33:16 * Molly squeezes gently Apr 06 22:33:38 alright my love, as you wish Apr 06 22:34:48 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:38:03 So you’ll go to her now? Apr 06 22:39:04 No, she's in the nursery with Edward, Jarvie and Holzheim with the children Apr 06 22:39:13 * Molly nods Apr 06 22:39:30 Is Emil well? He isn’t crying for his Bees? Apr 06 22:39:44 Not yet... he was playing with the blocks Apr 06 22:39:49 * Molly nods Apr 06 22:39:53 And Varick? Apr 06 22:41:08 Off with his friends last I saw Apr 06 22:41:52 * Molly nods Apr 06 22:42:02 I should get back to work then Apr 06 22:42:24 Who is helping you? Apr 06 22:42:35 Some of the staff at present Apr 06 22:42:57 * Morgan raises an eyebrow Apr 06 22:43:02 Thats not quite the same... Apr 06 22:43:11 what do you mean? Apr 06 22:44:18 Its not the same as having one of the other ladies to help you... you're still having to be in control, the staff aren't helping, they're doing what you tell them... Apr 06 22:44:46 Naturally. I am the Duchess and Lady of the House. Apr 06 22:45:17 Thats my point... they're not helping per se... you should have someone with you to take some of that pressure off Apr 06 22:45:55 My love, everyone has things to do, and to be with their loved ones Apr 06 22:46:42 * Morgan frowns Apr 06 22:46:57 Then I will have a word with them Apr 06 22:47:34 No... I haven’t wanted to ask. The staff are good at helping me, Arendt in particular Apr 06 22:48:18 Are we going to be at odds over this? Apr 06 22:48:30 Oh I really hope not Apr 06 22:48:58 You are not to tire yourself out... Apr 06 22:49:57 It has to be -right-, my love. The Eisenfurst will see, all our Freiarrs... I will rest in Quiet Hour, I’ll even nap if you insist Apr 06 22:50:23 You have to be -safe-. Apr 06 22:50:48 * Molly nods, sighing “Who do you want to help me?” Apr 06 22:51:08 Mina would be the most obvious choice Apr 06 22:51:36 But she is busy, importantly, with Edwrad and Florrie Apr 06 22:51:53 Then mother. Apr 06 22:52:16 Will your Father not need her? Apr 06 22:53:01 I'm sure he won't mind Apr 06 22:53:56 * Molly nods, yielding Apr 06 22:54:01 Alright, my love Apr 06 22:54:10 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:54:12 Thank you Apr 06 22:54:18 * Molly nods Apr 06 22:54:26 I’ll send for her when I get there Apr 06 22:54:49 * Morgan nods Apr 06 22:54:52 Alright my love Apr 06 22:56:45 * Molly nods. She glances around them before putting her arms around his neck and kissing him. Her lips stay closed, but she lingers a few moments before pulling back with a smile. Though the dress shields their son from view, it doesn’t stop him being able to feel the bump Apr 06 22:57:03 * Morgan smiles Apr 06 22:57:19 Not long until we can relax Apr 06 22:57:36 oh? when might that be? Apr 06 22:57:48 Wednesday for a start Apr 06 22:57:55 * Molly nods Apr 06 22:58:23 At some point we should go for a ride in the coach... you know how Koertig’s love coaches Apr 06 22:58:56 * Morgan nod Apr 06 22:58:59 Indeed we do Apr 06 23:00:18 Enough in some cases to conceive a baby in one! Apr 06 23:01:07 Rather think thats Edwards plan for his journey home Apr 06 23:01:17 * Molly giggles Apr 06 23:01:33 I cannot imagine Edward and Mina having sex in a coach, can you?! Apr 06 23:01:46 * Morgan shrugs Apr 06 23:01:47 Maybe Apr 06 23:02:25 * Molly giggles “As long as you’ve never imagined you and Mina having sex in a coach!” Apr 06 23:02:39 Cant say I have, no Apr 06 23:03:08 * Molly nods, smiling Apr 06 23:03:36 I reserve the right to be the sole star in your naughty thoughts, mon petit chou Apr 06 23:05:12 Thats fair Apr 06 23:06:26 * Molly nods, smiling mischievously, letting his hand go “Although, I know Brun did fancy you, so...” She giggles as she moves away from him across the grass towards the house at speed Apr 06 23:07:16 * Morgan rolls his eyes, following Apr 06 23:07:33 *He starts to feel watched* Apr 06 23:08:25 * Morgan slows before turning slowly in a circle, looking around Apr 06 23:09:02 *Yensid steps out from just beside a wall, moving to be beside him* Apr 06 23:09:18 Y: Edward and Mina, hey? Apr 06 23:09:34 Thats likely... Apr 06 23:09:41 * Molly is now known as Yensid Apr 06 23:09:48 In a carriage, I heard. Apr 06 23:10:04 Has it occurred to you I was teasing her? Apr 06 23:10:25 Has it occurred to you I’m doing the same to you? Apr 06 23:10:45 * Morgan looks at him a moment before thumping him gently Apr 06 23:11:11 * Yensid looks at him, looking unimpressed Apr 06 23:12:02 If you're going to behave like one of my friends, you'll get the consequences as one Apr 06 23:12:10 * Yensid laughs Apr 06 23:12:26 No wonder she’s giving you cheek Apr 06 23:12:55 * Morgan shrugs, looking around Apr 06 23:12:57 Part of the game Apr 06 23:13:15 Yeah, you’re supposed to give chase Apr 06 23:13:47 Mmhmm, and I'm supposed to call Heidi your highness, and bow a lot... Apr 06 23:14:21 Got an idea for you though Apr 06 23:14:47 Oh? Apr 06 23:15:45 * Yensid ferrets in his pocket before pulling out a piece of rope that looks like a bow with a complicated knot Apr 06 23:16:33 here you go *he hands it over* Apr 06 23:16:43 * Morgan looks at it, turning it over in his hands Apr 06 23:16:58 okay... and I'm doing what with it? Apr 06 23:17:48 *If the ends were pulled, it would immediately tighten up around someone’s wrists, and be moderately difficult to escape from* Apr 06 23:19:16 Stick it in her hand, kiss her forehead, and walk off. She wants to play silly buggers, warn her there’s consequences *he grins* Apr 06 23:19:43 I fail to see how that would have any effect Apr 06 23:20:07 * Yensid shrugs “Would work on women I knowledge Apr 06 23:20:12 know* Apr 06 23:20:32 Surely it just seems like you're giving them a fancy bit of rope Apr 06 23:20:59 The women I know aren’t stupid Apr 06 23:21:16 * Morgan frowns Apr 06 23:21:23 I trust you aren't suggesting my wife is... Apr 06 23:22:06 stupid, no. into be8ng tied up, we already established that *he grins his familiar, most-Yensid grin* Apr 06 23:23:10 * Morgan sighs, rolling his eyes Apr 06 23:24:22 Saw a couple of your guests kissing last night Apr 06 23:25:25 Oh? Apr 06 23:25:54 first it was that really tall woman and the blonde Lord Apr 06 23:26:13 Heidi and Zench... Apr 06 23:26:21 If you say so Apr 06 23:27:04 Its about the only one she'd be kissing Apr 06 23:27:10 * Yensid nods Apr 06 23:28:03 The other ones were Edward’s Baby’s Mama and the man with the special tobacco Apr 06 23:28:31 Alice and DeeDee?! Apr 06 23:28:39 Yep Apr 06 23:28:47 bullshit Apr 06 23:29:22 Tell me why I’d bother bullshitting you? I’ve got more interesting gossip than that Apr 06 23:29:51 Well... thats... potentially problematic. Alright... go on Apr 06 23:30:31 Edward has a baptism present for the boys, but he hasn’t heard if it’ll turn up on time Apr 06 23:30:45 What? Apr 06 23:31:09 That’d ruin the surprise Apr 06 23:31:58 I suppose so Apr 06 23:32:30 Mina thinks it’s more a present for you and him than the children Apr 06 23:32:53 I dread to think Apr 06 23:32:59 * Yensid nods Apr 06 23:33:18 He said that’s ridiculous, and when she finds out what it is she’ll see why Apr 06 23:34:30 Thats an awful lot of gossip for you to happen to hear... Apr 06 23:35:30 * Yensid shrugs Apr 06 23:35:38 Just what I’m good at Apr 06 23:35:51 Your wife is getting a special gift too. Apr 06 23:36:06 Oh? Apr 06 23:36:32 Yeah, everyone is going to be surprised Apr 06 23:37:09 What is it? Apr 06 23:37:21 Oh come n, you already know that Apr 06 23:37:37 oh... -that-. Apr 06 23:38:33 * Yensid nods, grinning “Yeah, -That-. Amazing what passes people by when they don’t ask the right questions” Apr 06 23:39:21 What've you been asking to arrive at that conclusion? Apr 06 23:39:59 Just fishing around, seeing what slips out. Making a big reveal of it then?” Apr 06 23:40:42 In all honesty, we're waiting for the quickening first Apr 06 23:40:53 * Yensid actually looks surprised Apr 06 23:40:57 what?! Apr 06 23:42:11 You didn't fucking know Apr 06 23:42:27 I told you, I was fishing around, seeing what slips out! Apr 06 23:42:38 * Morgan rolls his eyes Apr 06 23:43:11 I do know that the Eisenfurst is giving her one though Apr 06 23:43:21 * Morgan blinks slowly Apr 06 23:43:26 present... Apr 06 23:43:38 yeah, a really big one Apr 06 23:43:46 Are you winding me up again? Apr 06 23:43:50 Nope Apr 06 23:43:55 What is it? Apr 06 23:44:05 Sure you want to know? Apr 06 23:44:09 Yes Apr 06 23:44:22 His Late Wife’s piano Apr 06 23:44:54 She'll be thrilled... I was going to look into getting one for her once everything was a bit calmer Apr 06 23:45:04 * Yensid nods Apr 06 23:45:32 Been giving him all manner of trouble getting it from his house up here though, makes it really slow Apr 06 23:45:54 I thought perhaps there'd been trouble for him on the road Apr 06 23:46:10 Yeah, the trouble is not breaking a grand piano. Apr 06 23:46:49 -grand- piano? Apr 06 23:47:52 That'll be fun trying to get in the house Apr 06 23:48:03 * Yensid nods Apr 06 23:48:31 Yeah, but when do they think of the logistics? Apr 06 23:48:51 * Morgan nods Apr 06 23:49:15 Its not something most of them -have- to think about Apr 06 23:51:25 * Yensid nods Apr 06 23:52:09 So I’d start getting ready for it, it’s going to be a tight squeeze getting it in, and you’ll need lots of hands Apr 06 23:52:51 * Morgan nods Apr 06 23:53:01 I'll have a quiet conversation with some of the staff Apr 06 23:53:58 * Yensid nods Apr 06 23:55:04 Graf Maubourg’s flatulance has cleared up Apr 06 23:55:10 * Morgan nods Apr 06 23:55:13 Funny that...