**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sun Apr 7 00:13:48 2024 Apr 07 00:13:48 * Yensid has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 07 00:56:01 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 07 13:00:47 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 07 13:19:13 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 07 13:19:22 Yeah, but when do they think of the logistics? Apr 07 13:19:22 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:19:22 Its not something most of them -have- to think about Apr 07 13:19:22 * Yensid nods Apr 07 13:19:22 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 07 13:19:26 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:19:28 I'll have a quiet conversation with some of the staff Apr 07 13:19:32 * Yensid nods Apr 07 13:19:34 Graf Maubourg’s flatulance has cleared up Apr 07 13:19:36 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:19:38 Funny that.. Apr 07 13:24:53 * Molly nods Apr 07 13:25:07 * Molly is now known as Yensid Apr 07 13:25:25 new treatment, apparently Apr 07 13:26:00 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:26:01 Indeed Apr 07 13:29:30 wonder who is last one was given by *he grins* Apr 07 13:29:52 I wouldn't like to speculate... Apr 07 13:30:00 * Yensid chuckles Apr 07 13:30:08 I bet you wouldn’t Apr 07 13:30:20 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 07 13:30:34 He's visited fairly often in the last couple of weeks Apr 07 13:34:05 * Yensid nods Apr 07 13:34:09 I know Apr 07 13:34:31 Of course you dp Apr 07 13:35:58 * Yensid nods Apr 07 13:36:14 Not much I don’t hear Apr 07 13:36:43 So it seems Apr 07 13:37:28 There’s only new me thing worse than me knowing almost everything that’s going on in your house and Grafdom... Apr 07 13:39:14 Oh? Apr 07 13:39:29 I could be working for any enemy instead Apr 07 13:39:53 That would be intolerable Apr 07 13:41:01 * Yensid nods Apr 07 13:41:24 I’ll keep moseying around Apr 07 13:41:31 noseying * Apr 07 13:41:47 I appreciate that... I'd also appreciate you keeping your newfound information to yourself Apr 07 13:42:01 * Yensid nods Apr 07 13:42:11 I’ll keep Mum *he grins* Apr 07 13:42:32 * Morgan smiles a little, nodding Apr 07 13:42:33 Thank you Apr 07 13:43:15 * Yensid nods, stopping to let Morgan go on Apr 07 13:43:46 * Morgan looks back over his shoulder Apr 07 13:43:59 I don't know if you can aid my father. He found meeting his granddaughter difficult Apr 07 13:44:45 See what I can do Apr 07 13:44:55 Thank you Apr 07 13:46:06 * Yensid nods Apr 07 13:46:47 * Morgan sighs, heading for the house to find Frau Arendt Apr 07 13:48:38 *He is told she is upstairs, and on the way he smells the incense smell form Uinise and Claudia’s room* Apr 07 13:49:10 * Morgan frowns, stopping still for a couple of minutes Apr 07 13:51:19 *it smells nice, quite soothing Apr 07 13:51:44 * Morgan sighs, moving on, going looking for Dresden Apr 07 13:52:09 *He finds him carrying an Easel from the art room Apr 07 13:52:18 * Yensid is now known as Dresden Apr 07 13:52:25 Where're you going with that? Apr 07 13:52:45 D-d-down to the Hall, Lord Apr 07 13:52:55 Why? Apr 07 13:53:12 To d-display a painting, Lord Apr 07 13:53:39 yes... which one? Apr 07 13:54:00 The b-big one where the party will be Apr 07 13:54:26 Thats not what I meant and I think you know that Apr 07 13:55:01 The painting is of the p-palace in C-C-C-... Where the envoy is from Apr 07 13:55:10 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:55:31 Good... I'm afraid I need to lay another task on your shoulders... Apr 07 13:57:51 * Dresden smiles “We expected to be busy, Lord. Frau Arendt says we’ll rest at the weekend” Apr 07 13:59:24 * Morgan nods Apr 07 13:59:31 Something of a war footing... Apr 07 13:59:37 * Dresden nods Apr 07 13:59:54 We’ve never had a party this b-b-big Apr 07 14:00:03 * Morgan smiles Apr 07 14:00:06 Me either Apr 07 14:02:06 What d-d-do y-you need, Lord? Apr 07 14:02:17 * Morgan glances around Apr 07 14:02:32 No-one is to know about this... especially my wife... Apr 07 14:05:00 * Dresden nods, though he can see a little unease in Dresden’s micro-expressions Apr 07 14:06:07 Don't worry... its a surprise for her. I have heard rumour that the Eisenfurst is bringing a piano for her... if that turns out to be accurate, I'll need the staff ready to move it to the music room Apr 07 14:08:27 * Dresden looks surprised Apr 07 14:08:41 I’ll get on that right away, Lord Apr 07 14:08:51 * Morgan nods Apr 07 14:08:54 Discreetly. Apr 07 14:09:04 Y-yes, Lord Apr 07 14:09:10 Good man Apr 07 14:09:15 * Dresden smiles Apr 07 14:09:24 Anything else, Lord? Apr 07 14:09:51 Picked up any gossip? Noticed anything worth mentioning? Apr 07 14:10:38 Someone was up playing billiards until three o’clock, but that’s all Apr 07 14:10:59 Any idea who? Apr 07 14:12:43 DeeDee, I think. It smelled like his tobacco Apr 07 14:12:57 * Morgan nods Apr 07 14:13:02 Alright, Dresden, thank you Apr 07 14:13:19 * Dresden inclines his head, going on with his job Apr 07 14:13:47 * Morgan wanders through the house for a few minutes Apr 07 14:17:30 *he finds Frau Arendt at the room Dekker and Diana have* Apr 07 14:17:39 Alright? Apr 07 14:18:52 * Dresden is now known as Arendt Apr 07 14:18:58 Yes, my Lord Apr 07 14:20:36 I see what you mean about her being exacting after the fact... Apr 07 14:21:47 * Arendt nods, smiling slightly “I want to ensure all your guests enjoy their short stay” Apr 07 14:22:52 * Morgan nods Apr 07 14:22:56 I know Apr 07 14:23:59 * Arendt nods Apr 07 14:25:06 Lunch will be on time even though we’re making more fancy dishes now Apr 07 14:25:20 * Morgan nods Apr 07 14:25:25 You're all doing a wonderful job Apr 07 14:25:30 * Arendt nods Apr 07 14:25:41 thank you, I’ll pass that to the staff Apr 07 14:25:51 * Morgan nods Apr 07 14:26:25 Should we expect Quiet Hour as usual, or will the guests still be active? Apr 07 14:26:43 I would imagine for the next few days it'll have to fall by the wayside Apr 07 14:26:52 * Arendt nods Apr 07 14:27:05 Tomorrow especially I except Apr 07 14:27:17 * Morgan nods Apr 07 14:27:22 I would think so, yes Apr 07 14:31:27 * Arendt nods, smiling “I hope you’ll enjoy all the preparations we’ve made” Apr 07 14:31:45 I'm sure we will, absolutely Apr 07 14:32:08 * Arendt nods “Can I help you with anything else?” Apr 07 14:32:42 No, thank you... I'm just taking a few quiet moments... you know how it is Apr 07 14:32:48 * Arendt nods Apr 07 14:33:01 The roof is a good place for that, my Lord Apr 07 14:33:09 Good idea Apr 07 14:33:21 * Morgan inclines his head to her before wandering off toward the roof Apr 07 14:34:40 *It’s empty up here, and he has the weather proofed trunk containing blankets and cushions he can sit on* Apr 07 14:36:11 * Morgan gets out a few cushions, getting comfortable as he looks out over the grounds Apr 07 14:37:43 *He sees the boys poking around beside the lake, supervised by Elsie, James, Walder, Theresa, Heinrich, And Hildegarde in one direction* Apr 07 14:38:30 * Morgan sighs, shaking his head a little Apr 07 14:39:54 *a bit further south he sees Zench and Heidi. He’s escorting her without touching her, carrying a parasol and keeping her in its shade. They’re alone, but they look at ease* Apr 07 14:40:19 * Morgan moves, looking a different direction Apr 07 14:43:04 *At the treeline, He sees Dekker with the remaining jolly boys. They seem to be building a campsite complete with a central fire, many tents, canopies between the trees. The men look happy, working together. Diana is there, and Peaches is running around making a nuisance of himself. Surprisingly, HH, Edward, and Adalbrecht are over joining in Apr 07 14:43:48 * Morgan stands, packing up the cushions before going looking for Alice Apr 07 14:44:42 *He finds her in the nursery with Emmilene and Ruth* Apr 07 14:44:51 Ladies... Apr 07 14:45:27 *Emil, Florrie, And Mattias Are here, along with a couple of maids* Apr 07 14:45:38 E: Vah-ee! Apr 07 14:46:03 * Morgan smiles, moving to pick him up, kissing him before blowing raspberries on his cheek Apr 07 14:46:34 *Emil laughs. Florrie comes to hug his legs* Apr 07 14:46:56 * Morgan leans down, stroking her hair Apr 07 14:47:00 Well hello sweetheart Apr 07 14:47:12 F: Ballhead, where Vati? Apr 07 14:47:34 He's down by trees, helping build a camp for the boys Apr 07 14:47:44 * Arendt is now known as Alice Apr 07 14:48:05 Emmilene: I’d bet Heinzharold is with them? Apr 07 14:48:46 * Morgan nods Apr 07 14:48:48 Oh yes Apr 07 14:50:51 *Ruth smiles* Are all the other lords out there? Apr 07 14:51:13 Pretty much, except Zench who's off having a little walk with Heidi Apr 07 14:51:46 Ruth: She’s really talk for a princess, Apr 07 14:51:51 tall* Apr 07 14:52:18 Wasn't always a princess... but yes, she is. Its unusual Apr 07 14:54:25 *Emil babbles away at him* Apr 07 14:54:53 * Morgan watches him for a few minutes Apr 07 14:55:11 Well, yes, I can see why you'd say so, but she's not a giant, you're just really small Apr 07 14:55:30 *the women laugh at this* Apr 07 14:58:18 * Morgan looks at Alice Apr 07 14:58:29 I had hoped for a word but I think it'll wait til later Apr 07 15:00:27 *Ma looks at Ruth* Let’s go and see your brother. Where is he, Morgan? Apr 07 15:01:03 * Morgan gives her directions Apr 07 15:01:48 *They leave, and he asks the staff to step out. Mattias is quietly sleeping, so it’s just him, Alice, Emil, and Florrie Apr 07 15:02:12 How are you doing? Apr 07 15:03:21 * Alice gives Florrie some biscuits so she sits back on the floor with her doll Apr 07 15:03:30 I’m fine. I think it went well Apr 07 15:03:36 * Morgan nods Apr 07 15:03:45 I agree. Lot of big feelings going about now though Apr 07 15:04:24 * Alice nods Apr 07 15:04:49 We knew me bringing her here would be difficult for your family Apr 07 15:05:41 Oh, yeah, we did Apr 07 15:07:23 I think she did amazingly Apr 07 15:08:23 * Alice nods, smiling Apr 07 15:08:25 me too Apr 07 15:09:44 The flowers caught me off guard... I had cultivated some of those just outside the cottage for mother, if she chose to visit, just before the fire Apr 07 15:11:01 * Alice nods “Fitting then?” Apr 07 15:11:25 I suppose so... I understand you have made something of a personal connection... Apr 07 15:11:36 * Alice frowns slightly Apr 07 15:11:41 what do you mean? Apr 07 15:12:31 With DeeDee... Apr 07 15:12:38 * Alice frowns more Apr 07 15:12:44 He’s told people? Apr 07 15:12:53 Not to the best of my knowledge, no Apr 07 15:13:03 how do you know anything? Apr 07 15:14:06 * Morgan looks down at Emil, smiling a little Apr 07 15:14:21 Discovering the unexpected seems to be my forte Apr 07 15:15:59 It’s nothing important Apr 07 15:16:20 No? Apr 07 15:16:51 We were playing billiards, just flirting, and then we kissed. That was it Apr 07 15:17:29 Cant say thats ever happened to me, and I've played billiards with HeinzHarold, and he's very pretty Apr 07 15:17:37 * Alice laughs Apr 07 15:18:28 It does happen sometimes. Not for years, if you’re unlucky! Apr 07 15:19:31 Ah, well... having kissed only three people, I'll just have to take your word for it Apr 07 15:20:11 Molly, your late wife, and Heinzharold? *she smiles* Apr 07 15:20:21 He's not -that- pretty Apr 07 15:20:43 who was the other, if you don’t mind me asking? Apr 07 15:21:12 One of the guests at Lady Torrington's... to say it was short-lived is quite an understatement Apr 07 15:21:31 Thanks to Molly? Apr 07 15:21:49 It was not right. At all. Apr 07 15:22:01 why? Apr 07 15:22:50 I was not ready for that... and I was not nearly risk averse enough for her at that point Apr 07 15:22:57 * Morgan smiles Apr 07 15:23:04 She's married now Apr 07 15:24:32 risk averse? Apr 07 15:24:53 * Morgan nods Apr 07 15:25:28 I had not intended for my employment there to be long term, lets say... Apr 07 15:25:44 * Alice nods Apr 07 15:26:22 Are you disappointed then, about DeeDee? Apr 07 15:27:06 Does it matter? Apr 07 15:29:31 * Alice nods Apr 07 15:29:35 Yes it does Apr 07 15:30:03 Why? Apr 07 15:30:22 because your opinion matters Apr 07 15:30:29 Me looks touched Apr 07 15:31:11 Simply... I love you. I want you to be happy. If it were Maubourg, we'd have an issue but... DeeDee is a good man... messed up, but good. Apr 07 15:31:53 * Alice looks disgusted Apr 07 15:32:11 Isn’t he old enough to be my Father? Apr 07 15:32:41 Oh, easily... Apr 07 15:33:47 * Alice nods Apr 07 15:34:18 It’d be too complicated with DeeDee, but I do miss... -that-. Apr 07 15:35:18 * Morgan nods Apr 07 15:35:35 Thats understandable.. there are clubs, I hear, but I'd think that rather too risky Apr 07 15:36:01 * Alice nods “I can’t risk it again” Apr 07 15:36:58 Its a shame, in some respects... as I said, DeeDee is a good man and I have a lot of time for him... but it would be extremely complicated Apr 07 15:37:05 * Alice nods Apr 07 15:37:20 When he lives with -them-, definitely Apr 07 15:37:53 * Morgan nods Apr 07 15:38:04 Mind you... there are other houses in Graben... Apr 07 15:39:03 You’re running away with yourself I think *she smiles* I think I just need a friendly maid, but a man! Apr 07 15:39:33 * Morgan blushes Apr 07 15:39:35 Won't find one here Apr 07 15:39:56 * Alice laughs “Inga said it’s easy to make you blush” Apr 07 15:40:39 Did she now... Apr 07 15:41:37 * Alice nods “I’ve enjoyed being around them again “ Apr 07 15:41:55 * Morgan nods Apr 07 15:42:03 Its nice having friends around you Apr 07 15:42:07 * Alice nods Apr 07 15:42:58 I still don’t think your Mother In Law has warmed to me. I’m a bit of a fallen woman Apr 07 15:43:07 * Morgan nods Apr 07 15:43:27 She has high ideals and strong morals... they blind her sometimes Apr 07 15:47:57 * Alice nods “I think sometimes when people fall in love young and easily they don’t understand how lonely it can be” Apr 07 15:48:29 I suspect there is more to it with her but... I don't know for sure Apr 07 15:50:14 sorry, was I prying? Apr 07 15:52:51 I don't think so, no Apr 07 15:54:45 * Alice nods Apr 07 15:55:05 Will you tell Edward? Apr 07 15:56:58 Not his business Apr 07 15:57:25 * Alice nods Apr 07 15:57:29 Thanks Apr 07 15:57:52 * Morgan nods a little Apr 07 16:00:00 I don't imagine DeeDee will tell him... Apr 07 16:00:13 No, he desn’t seem the type Apr 07 16:03:10 * Morgan nods Apr 07 16:03:44 how are you and Molly? Apr 07 16:03:54 We're good... busy as hell, mind... Apr 07 16:04:00 * Alice nods Apr 07 16:04:17 Bound to be with everything tomorrow Apr 07 16:05:02 * Morgan nods Apr 07 16:05:23 And of course we've got her uncle and family arriving soon, with the Eisenfurst later... Apr 07 16:06:13 Even busier then. If I can help, let me know Apr 07 16:06:39 * Morgan nods Apr 07 16:06:50 How do you like Ruth and Emmilene? Apr 07 16:09:51 * Alice smiles Apr 07 16:10:01 They seem nice, decent Apr 07 16:10:55 * Morgan nods, smiling Apr 07 16:11:04 They were like my second family growing up, Emmilene and Da Apr 07 16:11:59 My Father would never have let me socialise like that Apr 07 16:12:38 * Morgan nods Apr 07 16:12:45 Cant say I know why my father did Apr 07 16:13:00 * Alice nods Apr 07 16:13:24 I think it’s good for them, that way when they go out in the world they’re not as sheltered Apr 07 16:13:38 * Morgan nods Apr 07 16:13:55 I think it helped me connect more closely with our people Apr 07 16:15:48 * Alice nods Apr 07 16:16:08 There’ll be a good few local nobles at the baptism? Apr 07 16:17:33 Should be, yes... its an opportunity for me to meet the Freiarrs I'll have under me in a few years Apr 07 16:18:28 I’ll keep a low profile Apr 07 16:18:55 * Morgan shrugs Apr 07 16:18:58 You've no need Apr 07 16:19:20 I don’t want to spark some gossip about your family Apr 07 16:19:51 We'll ask the two most politics savvy people I know for their advice Apr 07 16:20:00 Who? Apr 07 16:20:13 That'll be Edward and my father Apr 07 16:20:21 * Alice nods Apr 07 16:21:12 E: *the baby starts groping at his chest* Bees! Apr 07 16:21:48 Already? Suppose we'd better find mama then Apr 07 16:21:58 E: Mama bees! Apr 07 16:22:07 * Morgan nods Apr 07 16:22:09 * Alice smiles “He’s very cute” Apr 07 16:22:09 Yes, alright Apr 07 16:22:16 * Morgan nods, smiling Apr 07 16:22:31 Yes he is... if he could stop picking up expressions from HeinzHarold, that'd be lovely Apr 07 16:22:49 * Alice laughs Apr 07 16:23:49 I'll see you later, love Apr 07 16:25:48 * Alice nods. Emil starts to fidget when they’re in the hall Apr 07 16:26:11 E: Oww! Vah-eee. Oww! Apr 07 16:26:17 Down? Apr 07 16:26:39 *Emil nods. He’s never done that before* Apr 07 16:27:09 * Morgan lets him down, surprised as he holds him upright Apr 07 16:27:20 * Alice is now known as Emil Apr 07 16:28:08 * Emil holds his hands tightly, but when he starts to walk down the hall Morgan can feel he has a lot of the strength and balance there already Apr 07 16:28:30 Oh my little man... coming along so quickly Apr 07 16:28:57 * Emil continues on. It is going to make for a slow trip though Apr 07 16:29:33 [I'm sorry to interrupt whatever you're doing but... a certain someone has been hollering about mama bees] Apr 07 16:30:08 [Alright, my love. I’ll meet you in the morning room?] Apr 07 16:30:17 [We'll get there eventually] Apr 07 16:30:50 [he has more patience than Heinzharold when bubbies come to mind then!] Apr 07 16:31:08 [He is insisting on walking] Apr 07 16:31:22 * Emil continues plodding along. it doesn’t feel like it’ll be long Apr 07 16:31:56 [wait, what?! *she sounds upset* He took his first steps?!] Apr 07 16:32:28 [Not exactly... he's holding my hands but I don't think it'll be too long] Apr 07 16:32:53 [oh, I thought I’d missed it! thank goodness!] Apr 07 16:33:15 [No love... soon though] Apr 07 16:34:05 [Alright, my love] Apr 07 16:34:21 * Emil stops at the top of the stairs “Uh!” Apr 07 16:34:27 Good boy Apr 07 16:34:31 * Morgan picks him up Apr 07 16:34:40 * Emil smiles happily Apr 07 16:34:51 Going to be walking soon, hmm? Apr 07 16:35:24 * Emil watches where they’re going. When they get to the last one he says “Oww!” Apr 07 16:35:58 * Morgan puts him down again Apr 07 16:36:03 Not in a great hurry then... Apr 07 16:36:20 * Emil stands still, holding his hands up Apr 07 16:36:32 * Morgan holds them Apr 07 16:36:44 I think when we get to mama, you can try those last few steps Apr 07 16:37:25 * Emil starts walking again. the morning room is close from there Apr 07 16:37:50 * Morgan nudges the door open once they get to it Apr 07 16:38:53 *Molly is already sat on the chaise where Morgan had had her in a hurry because the priest was coming. Emil starts sobbing loudly as soon as he sees her Apr 07 16:39:06 * Morgan rolls his eyes Apr 07 16:39:11 Going to walk to mama? Apr 07 16:39:53 *Molly smiles, holding out her hands* Come here little lamb, come for Bees... Apr 07 16:40:16 * Morgan manages to get one hand away from Emil, standing still while letting him hold the other Apr 07 16:40:25 Go to mama... Apr 07 16:40:43 * Emil clings to the other hand, moving gingerly Apr 07 16:41:05 * Morgan wiggles his finger Apr 07 16:41:08 You can do it Apr 07 16:41:22 * Emil moves another step forward Apr 07 16:41:34 * Morgan doesn't move with him Apr 07 16:41:52 * Emil looks over his shoulder at Morgan, waiting Apr 07 16:42:01 *Molly smiles at this* Apr 07 16:42:14 * Morgan smiles Apr 07 16:42:20 Go on, little lamb... Apr 07 16:43:08 * Emil lets go of his hand, then lowers to sit on the floor Apr 07 16:43:25 * Morgan chuckles, picking him up and carrying him to Molly Apr 07 16:43:37 Soon, little man Apr 07 16:43:54 *Molly takes him, smiling* Stubborn, like his father... Apr 07 16:44:07 * Morgan nods Apr 07 16:44:19 You see that balance though? And he nodded at me earlier Apr 07 16:44:25 * Emil shoves both hands down the front of her dress Apr 07 16:44:32 He’s getting close Apr 07 16:44:37 * Morgan nods Apr 07 16:44:38 Yes, he is Apr 07 16:44:39 * Emil is now known as Molly Apr 07 16:45:04 * Molly winces “Goodness me, Emil! some patience please!” Apr 07 16:45:34 * Morgan smiles Apr 07 16:45:39 He's hungry Apr 07 16:45:44 * Molly undoes her dress, and he launches himself at her nipple Apr 07 16:46:08 I can tell! Also like his Father, hmm? Apr 07 16:46:37 * Morgan smiles Apr 07 16:46:43 On occasion Apr 07 16:47:48 * Molly smiles “mmhmm, fondly remembered ones. Do you wish to sit behind me like we first did?” Apr 07 16:48:05 * Morgan looks torn a moment before nodding Apr 07 16:48:07 Yes please Apr 07 16:48:13 * Molly watches him Apr 07 16:48:18 is someth8ng wrong? Apr 07 16:48:41 No, I just... I need to ask Edward and my father for advice, but it can wait Apr 07 16:49:59 * Molly gets up, taking the baby so he can lean back against the chaise and then she sits between his thighs. This gives him good closeness to cuddle them, as well as a view of Emil not far off feeding him himself. She smells very good, he’s going to have to make an effort to ignore it Apr 07 16:50:13 It won’t be too long til lunch Apr 07 16:50:48 No... Frau Arendt says it'll be on time even though the meals are fancier... Apr 07 16:51:39 * Molly nods. He feels her shiver then relax when the letdown comes Apr 07 16:52:10 I think they are planning to follow the recipes from Capperlucia as much as they can Apr 07 16:52:31 * Morgan nods Apr 07 16:52:33 That makes sense Apr 07 16:57:25 * Molly nods, resting back against him Apr 07 16:57:30 oh, this is nice Apr 07 16:57:39 * Morgan nods Apr 07 16:57:41 Yes, it is Apr 07 17:03:05 I miss the touch when we are so busy Apr 07 17:16:40 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:16:41 Me too Apr 07 17:20:47 * Molly turns to gently kiss his jaw. Emil watches up fondly Apr 07 17:21:26 Its not going to be long before he's walking Apr 07 17:22:22 No... that’s good, but also sad? Apr 07 17:22:40 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:22:42 Yes, it is Apr 07 17:23:19 Did you feel that last time? Apr 07 17:23:42 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:23:44 Yes, I did Apr 07 17:24:27 Though it will not be too long until we have another babe in arms Apr 07 17:24:40 No... not too long at all Apr 07 17:25:05 Once the summer starts to fade... Apr 07 17:25:26 * Morgan nods, stroking Emil's face Apr 07 17:25:55 *Emil smiles before latching again* Apr 07 17:30:18 * Molly sighs happily Apr 07 17:30:32 I’m nearly finished in the Hall Apr 07 17:31:00 Good... you are not overdoing it I trust... Apr 07 17:35:12 I am trying to not do so Apr 07 17:35:37 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:35:37 Good Apr 07 17:35:58 it is not too long now Apr 07 17:36:30 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:36:31 Indeed Apr 07 17:38:15 * Molly giggles “until quiet hour, I mean” Apr 07 17:38:30 oh... no... its not Apr 07 17:39:33 What was in your mind, hmm? Apr 07 17:39:52 Until the gathering is completed and we can relax a day or two Apr 07 17:40:36 I look forward to you being more at ease Apr 07 17:40:53 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:40:54 Me too Apr 07 17:41:28 Though it has been hard, at least the introduction has been made now Apr 07 17:41:54 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:42:01 It went very well Apr 07 17:42:52 * Molly nods Apr 07 17:43:12 They’ll have a week or two now to get to know each other Apr 07 17:43:23 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:43:45 Aye. I hope he does not withdraw into himself Apr 07 17:45:28 * Molly nods Apr 07 17:45:54 I think they are going to go ahead without us, to give us a day to resettle the house... Apr 07 17:46:08 * Morgan sighs Apr 07 17:46:10 Alright Apr 07 17:46:31 I think it’s an excuse to court Faulk, in truth Apr 07 17:46:50 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:46:56 He did say they had contracts they are chasing Apr 07 17:49:25 * Molly nods Apr 07 17:49:52 That is the way of things. Do we need any of them to stay behind with us, really? Apr 07 17:50:10 No... I suppose not Apr 07 17:51:26 * Molly gently rubs her crown beneath his chin Apr 07 17:51:40 there would be some positives to it being just us? Apr 07 17:52:03 Obviously Apr 07 17:54:43 * Molly nods Apr 07 17:55:27 Mmhmm... Just us, the boys and the staff even. Nothing for us to do but stroll the gardens and lie in the sunshine Apr 07 17:56:11 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:56:15 Sounds like bliss Apr 07 17:58:48 * Molly nods Apr 07 17:59:04 Maybe a swim in the lake, clothing optional Apr 07 17:59:11 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:59:12 Indeed Apr 07 17:59:36 Maybe our little stag would enjoy the warmth of the sunlight Apr 07 17:59:51 * Morgan nods Apr 07 17:59:54 probably Apr 07 18:00:12 * Molly swaps Emil to the other breast Apr 07 18:00:33 I have a concern... Apr 07 18:01:28 Oh? Apr 07 18:01:56 We need to leave for the wedding on the second of June at the latest Apr 07 18:02:20 Right... Apr 07 18:02:36 But Sascha’s twins could come as late as the final few days of May. And also, Alice and Florrie will wish to be home before then Apr 07 18:02:48 * Morgan sighs, nodding Apr 07 18:02:55 That will cause complications Apr 07 18:03:00 * Molly nods Apr 07 18:03:23 I do not know how we’ll manage. It’s possible we won’t have time to come home in between Apr 07 18:03:37 * Morgan sighs, nodding Apr 07 18:04:08 Did you intend to sail Alice and Florrie home yourself? Apr 07 18:04:22 I don't think it feasible Apr 07 18:04:59 we would have to be apart for about ten days Apr 07 18:05:42 * Morgan nods Apr 07 18:05:47 Like I said... not feasible Apr 07 18:07:39 Unless you miss the birth Apr 07 18:07:55 * Morgan shakes his head Apr 07 18:07:59 I do not wish to Apr 07 18:08:05 * Molly nods Apr 07 18:09:05 I wonder if Jarvie, Grendlik, And Christopher could be prevailed upon to stay longer and then all make the journey to Freiburg together? Apr 07 18:09:35 JArvie is keen to get home Apr 07 18:09:52 I know... Apr 07 18:10:19 Which I think you can understand Apr 07 18:11:04 I can, of course. I’ve already heard how we can stay for my confinement immediately after the wedding and then return home when I am churched! Apr 07 18:12:03 uhhh... no. Apr 07 18:12:24 Quite! As it is, I will probably by churched around your birthday Apr 07 18:13:55 * Morgan nods, sighing Apr 07 18:13:57 Alright Apr 07 18:16:17 Why do you sigh? Apr 07 18:16:23 Thats a long time Apr 07 18:16:35 between the birth and your birthday? Apr 07 18:17:22 And being able to come home Apr 07 18:17:28 * Molly nods Apr 07 18:17:46 I do have an idea for that, but I’m not sure you’ll approve Apr 07 18:17:52 right... Apr 07 18:18:04 Have him baptised and me churched here Apr 07 18:18:36 You are correct Apr 07 18:18:46 That you do not approve? Apr 07 18:18:52 * Morgan nods Apr 07 18:19:08 Then you’ve rather tied my hands, my love Apr 07 18:21:05 * Morgan nods Apr 07 18:21:09 Not for the first time Apr 07 18:21:55 mmmhmm... I look forward to that again Apr 07 18:22:38 * Morgan nods, resting his chin on her shoulder Apr 07 18:24:30 *This makes the baby smile. She kisses his cheek* So we will stay from the end of August until early November? Apr 07 18:24:55 It looks that way. I imagine I'll have to come back a few times though Apr 07 18:25:03 * Molly nods Apr 07 18:25:18 I would think so. My poor, poor hands. Apr 07 18:25:53 * Morgan chuckles Apr 07 18:26:53 And yours too, if you are still suffering the lingering effects of my increasing Apr 07 18:27:07 * Morgan nods Apr 07 18:27:11 We'll see, I suppose Apr 07 18:27:21 * Molly nods Apr 07 18:27:54 Indeed we will. I have the find memory of you doing so whilst I was on the ferry to fall back upon though Apr 07 18:28:00 fond* Apr 07 18:28:12 * Morgan blushes, nodding Apr 07 18:28:37 * Molly whispers to him “That was -very- arousing” Apr 07 18:29:04 * Morgan blushes harder, clearing his throat Apr 07 18:29:08 I'm glad you found it so Apr 07 18:29:39 Oh yes Apr 07 18:29:52 *the bell rings for lunch* Apr 07 18:30:22 * Molly rolls her eyes “You are saved from further embarrassment and torment by food, it seems!” Apr 07 18:30:28 Apparently so Apr 07 18:30:42 * Molly shuffles forward Apr 07 18:30:49 I’ll let you get up Apr 07 18:31:01 * Morgan nods, climbing off the couch Apr 07 18:31:37 * Molly glances at his crotch a moment, then smiles up at him Apr 07 18:31:54 You'll be along soon? Apr 07 18:32:12 mmhmm, we will Apr 07 18:33:05 * Morgan nods, kissing her crown before straightening his clothes and heading for the dining room Apr 07 18:33:59 *Everyone else is starting to congregate there, all looking cheerful* Apr 07 18:35:26 * Morgan greets them, encouraging them to sit Apr 07 18:36:45 *they all do* Apr 07 18:37:00 Verity: Is Molly well, dear boy? Apr 07 18:37:03 * Morgan sits down Apr 07 18:37:08 Yes mother, she's just feeding Emil Apr 07 18:38:29 *She seems content with this. Varick launches in to telling Morgan about the frogspawn and tadpoles and the lake, Rickon frequently interjecting, But Jacques just smiles, engaged but definitely the quiet one of the three Apr 07 18:40:08 * Morgan engages with the boys, asking if Uinise would like to see the frogspawn Apr 07 18:40:16 HH: $wonder if they’ll stay being a little group of three as they grow up, like you me and that Claudia$ Apr 07 18:40:37 *Uinise nods* Yes, I would like to see that. We do not have frogs Apr 07 18:40:54 $I don't know. Rickon will be over in Innesbruck, so away, like the woman Claudia$ Apr 07 18:42:08 $But Varick got orphaned, like Claudia. Rickon lost a Da and was raised just by his Ma$ Apr 07 18:42:43 *Claudia doesn’t seem to be paying attention to them* Apr 07 18:43:09 $Well... yeah$ Apr 07 18:43:26 $have to wait and see$ Apr 07 18:44:02 *The footman says to Morgan* Your Excellency, would you like to be served now, or wait for Her Excellency? Apr 07 18:44:07 $Yeah. It'd be nice$ Apr 07 18:44:17 [Do you wish us to wait for you my love?] Apr 07 18:44:46 [no, please eat now if you wish to] Apr 07 18:45:11 We'll get started, Molly will join us when she can Apr 07 18:46:28 *they start serving the lunch. Edward is chatting with his friends about the camp, but the children haven’t noticed yet. Florrie is sat on Alice’s lap. He doesn’t see any looks at all between her and DeeDee* Apr 07 18:47:30 Edward, are you and father busy after lunch? Apr 07 18:48:08 *Edward shakes his head* After Quiet Hour, no Apr 07 18:48:23 * Morgan looks to his father Apr 07 18:48:34 Ad: I am also free then Apr 07 18:48:45 Good. I'd like to talk to you both Apr 07 18:48:51 Emmilene: What is Quiet Hour? Apr 07 18:49:22 *Claudia looks at Morgan* $when all the twigs, berries, and little bum holes come out to play$ Apr 07 18:49:44 * Morgan smirks briefly at HeinzHarold before looking at Emmilene Apr 07 18:49:51 *HH chuckles inadvertently* Apr 07 18:50:06 Its an hour of peace and quiet... no-one disturbs anyone unless its an emergency. Apr 07 18:50:30 *Ruth says* Is that so you can read, or do correspondence? Apr 07 18:50:56 *Edwards friends, for all their flaws, keep quiet* Apr 07 18:51:21 If we want. Or we can nap... or talk... Apr 07 18:51:39 *Emmilene smiles* That sounds like a nice time Apr 07 18:52:18 HH: $she thinks that because she wants me making her grandbabbies.$ Apr 07 18:52:27 * Morgan nods Apr 07 18:52:43 C: $not telling her yet?$ Apr 07 18:53:05 HH: $no, waiting for the quickening$ Apr 07 18:54:10 * Morgan eats for a moment Apr 07 18:54:17 How goes the camp preparation? Apr 07 18:55:02 Dekker: They’ve done well. Another few years of practice and they might be ready for a war Apr 07 18:56:09 *The jolly boys all protest at this, but it’s good natured, and Dekker looks content to be refereeing the allegations of Potts being poor at hammering in the posts, Witts being bad and tying, and so forth* Apr 07 18:56:31 [gosh, that’s noisy!] Apr 07 18:56:47 [A bit of good humoured needling] Apr 07 18:57:40 [needles, hmm? intriguing.] *she sits beside him with a little smirk* Apr 07 18:58:02 * Morgan squeezes her hand a moment Apr 07 18:58:12 It'll be ready for the boys then? Apr 07 18:58:32 Rickon: There’s a camp?! Apr 07 19:00:19 Apparently. Apr 07 19:05:26 Varick: I want to see the camp, Vati! Apr 07 19:05:37 *Jacques nods quietly* Apr 07 19:06:02 * Molly smiles, puzzled “where did we get a camp from?!” Apr 07 19:06:54 Got to keep these army types occupied, otherwise they'll drain the house dry of anything alcoholic... I understand the house you're in needs its supply replenishing... Apr 07 19:08:50 *Potts smiles charmingly. The blushing of HH’s youngest sister gives away that this is who has caught her eye* And we are very grateful for the hospitality Apr 07 19:09:25 *this raises some laughs and smiles* Apr 07 19:10:13 * Morgan nods a little Apr 07 19:11:36 V: Can we sleep in the camp tonight, Vati? Apr 07 19:12:03 I -think- thats the plan Apr 07 19:12:28 *Rickon and Jacques look to their respective parents, who agree* Apr 07 19:13:05 Dekker: There’s enough tents for anyone who wishes to join in, the weather looks fine Apr 07 19:14:21 [did we already do enough swiving in a tent when we were in the Empire, or would there be a thrill for you in sneaking out of the camp to have me up against a tree?] Apr 07 19:14:52 [No, I think we're fine in that regard] Apr 07 19:15:22 [you’d rather have me in a nice soft bed, hmm?] Apr 07 19:15:44 Uinise: I would like to sleep in the camp too! What is a camp? Apr 07 19:15:53 [Yes, actually] Apr 07 19:16:28 C: $I’d literally rather have my fingernails pulled out than sleep in a tent surrounded by drunk men$ Apr 07 19:17:29 Its sleeping in tents outside, Uinise. Where its cold at night. Apr 07 19:18:47 *Uinise nods enthusiastically* Yes, I would like to try that Apr 07 19:19:29 C: $I’m not doing it. One of you needs to take one for the team tonight$ Apr 07 19:19:45 $HeinzHarold has already volunteered$ Apr 07 19:19:50 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:19:51 HH: $reckon she realises how bad that sounds?!$ Apr 07 19:19:53 We can see to that Apr 07 19:20:33 *Zench nods, looking at Heidi* It’s been many years... Apr 07 19:21:03 *Heidi shakes her head* No thank you, a Princess doesn’t sleep in a tent Apr 07 19:21:30 * Morgan watches her for a moment Apr 07 19:22:14 *He can lip read Zench say in Thean* Funny, I recall she didn’t do much sleeping in the tent anyway Apr 07 19:23:49 *Heidi smirks at him, replying again quietly in Thean* Your memories will keep you warm and hard Apr 07 19:24:13 * Morgan glances at Edward, sipping his drink Apr 07 19:24:22 Rather think your father would have something to say about it anyway Apr 07 19:24:47 *Edward is speaking quietly to Mina, not watching Morgan or Heidi* Apr 07 19:25:05 *Heidi nods* I’ll stay indoors Apr 07 19:25:41 *Verity looks at the other women before she says gently* I’ve never slept in a tent Apr 07 19:26:34 * Molly is watching them whilst Emil takes a handful of food from her plate [Your Mother wants to stay in the camp?!] Apr 07 19:27:06 [It seems so] Apr 07 19:27:08 *Adalbrecht looks surprised, but continues eating for now* Apr 07 19:27:32 It gets quite cold Apr 07 19:27:56 *Verity nods* I remember all three of you saying so Apr 07 19:28:41 *Mina looks at Verity* I will stay in the camp too if you are, Verity Apr 07 19:29:15 *Edward looks to Morgan as if he’s lost control of the wheel and can’t catch it again* Apr 07 19:29:37 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 07 19:29:50 We've plenty of cushions to make it comfortable Apr 07 19:30:16 [am I going to end up as the only biddable, submissive wife following her husband’s desires?!] Apr 07 19:30:34 Verity smiles: Thank you, dear boy Apr 07 19:30:39 [If you wish to camp, I will ensure it is as comfortable and warm as possible Apr 07 19:31:27 [would you not prefer I, and your newest son, sleep indoors safe and warm?] Apr 07 19:35:29 [Yes,of course, but I understand your desire to share experiences like this] Apr 07 19:38:10 *they try to establish who is staying and going. When HH and Inga say they will, Ruth is allowed too. Hildegarde won’t be due to her pregnancy, Alice doesn’t want to leave Florrie. Walder, James, And Heinrich are all going. Diana wants to stay Apr 07 19:38:57 [well, my love?] Apr 07 19:39:33 Dekker: Those who don’t want to stay could still come for a drink around the fire? Apr 07 19:39:44 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:39:48 Thats a nice idea Apr 07 19:40:11 [i have Emil, so I think I’ll go for a drink but not stay] Apr 07 19:41:29 [A small drink, yes?] Apr 07 19:42:18 [as usual] Apr 07 19:42:46 [since you're carrying my child] Apr 07 19:42:52 Sounds like a plan then Apr 07 19:43:32 * Molly smiles fondly, her knee brushing his thigh beneath the table Apr 07 19:45:30 *The conversation becomes about how old they were when they first slept outside, and though the others have happy stories of childhood camping, or for the ladies not at all, he sees the hint of sadness in his wife’s eyes Apr 07 19:46:20 * Morgan takes her hand, holding it as he drinks his coffee Apr 07 19:46:32 * Molly holds firmly Apr 07 19:47:21 V: Vati, will the bum man camp with us? Apr 07 19:47:51 * Morgan glances at HeinzHarold briefly Apr 07 19:47:56 *there are some smiles amongst the adults Apr 07 19:47:56 I don't know Mauschen Apr 07 19:48:19 HH nods: He probably will, he likes the outdoors Apr 07 19:48:46 He's a sailor, of course he does Apr 07 19:50:05 *Varick smiles proudly* I’m a sailor, like my Vati Apr 07 19:50:44 * Morgan nods Apr 07 19:50:50 You were very helpful on the Rose Apr 07 19:52:49 V: when I am a man, I will have my own ship. what should I call it? *What comes to mind is his son from the faked deaths dream, where Morgan had chosen the Abandoned Barnacle, And JoJo had only been able to call it the Don Don Barkle* Apr 07 19:54:02 * Morgan looks sad briefly, looking down at his cup Apr 07 19:54:08 What about... the abandoned barnacle? Apr 07 19:55:01 * Molly squeezes gently. Florrie says “What a barkle?” Apr 07 19:55:30 One of those little creatures that stick to the hull Apr 07 19:56:05 HH $Vaticine boarders?$ Apr 07 19:56:33 *Claudia smirks a little* Apr 07 19:56:36 $No, those buggers didn't stick$ Apr 07 19:57:25 *Florrie seems to realise she spoke in front of all the people, and then hides into Alice* Apr 07 19:57:42 * Morgan smiles a little, sipping his drink Apr 07 19:58:00 Rickon: I would call mine “Four Pints Of Blokners And A Fist Fight” Apr 07 19:58:24 *Hildegarde looks embarrassed, but Edward’s friends find this hilarious* Apr 07 19:58:35 $Isn't that just a good night out?$ Apr 07 19:58:56 C: $if you’re a lightweight.$ Apr 07 19:59:55 $I give up after four pints, got knows I cant afford to get drunk$ Apr 07 20:00:38 HH: $too many and you could call it The Limp Dick$ Apr 07 20:01:26 $Wouldn't know man, but thanks for the advice$ Apr 07 20:01:35 * Molly looks to Jacques “What about you, Jacques?” Apr 07 20:01:58 C: $you have the Leather Dick anyway$ Apr 07 20:03:35 * Morgan smiles a little before looking to Jacques Apr 07 20:04:12 *Jacques considers it* Maybe The Lucky Penny, because a lucky penny always ends up the right way up? Apr 07 20:04:32 * Molly smiles at Morgan Apr 07 20:04:33 * Morgan nods Apr 07 20:04:37 practical... I like it Apr 07 20:05:07 Rickon: What about the Mast Pounder? Apr 07 20:05:38 HH: $That’s a fucking great name$ Apr 07 20:06:22 C: $are we sure Heinzharold didn’t bed Hildegarde a decade ago?!$ Apr 07 20:06:29 * Morgan smiles Apr 07 20:06:38 Thats good Apr 07 20:06:59 Varick looks excited too: Or the Keel Annihilator! Apr 07 20:07:19 *There are chuckles at this* Apr 07 20:08:10 HH: $Like ‘hey baby, I’d annihilate your keel any night!’$ Apr 07 20:08:32 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 07 20:08:43 C: $the fuck does that even mean, Heinzharold?$ Apr 07 20:08:59 * Molly is watching the gestures Apr 07 20:09:32 Jacques: Maybe The Merciful Liberation Apr 07 20:10:07 Interesting choice Apr 07 20:10:10 Rickon: That’s not scary! Apr 07 20:11:09 Varick: It doesn’t have to be scary, it just has to be powerful! Apr 07 20:11:24 I'm not so sure about that Apr 07 20:12:14 Jacques: I think it just has to be something no one has yet. * The other two boys start to protest at this, explaining that it has to be strong and manly* Apr 07 20:12:36 HH: $only way to settle this is a nice friendly pummelling $ Apr 07 20:12:51 $it does appear to be getting that way$ Apr 07 20:13:07 Most of my ships aren't called anything strong or manly... Apr 07 20:13:41 Jacques seems to be the sensible one, not squabbling: What are your ships called, my Lord? Apr 07 20:14:27 Well... I've got the Purple Rose, the Star of the Seas, Stormdancer, and one about to be named Reconciliation Apr 07 20:14:56 V: That’s only four, we have five Apr 07 20:15:05 [oh dear] Apr 07 20:16:37 Thats true. Lastones a bit rude isn't it Apr 07 20:18:00 V: why, Vati? Apr 07 20:18:33 Adalbrecht: when will the Reconciliation be finished, Morgan? Apr 07 20:18:48 HH: $saved by your Da!$ Apr 07 20:20:05 She's just about ready to be named Apr 07 20:20:59 Ad: who will be naming her? Apr 07 20:22:14 I'm not sure yet.. I was going to ask if maybe Mina wanted to, but I don't wish to disrupt their plans Apr 07 20:23:46 *Mina looks caught of guard very briefly* Apr 07 20:24:01 Ed: we would need to look at our itinerary Apr 07 20:25:30 * Morgan nods Apr 07 20:27:24 *this is where the lull falls for the eating of lunch. Everyone compliments him and Molly on the food, and she looks very proud that people are enjoying her home. Diana looks like she may have something to say, but Dekker speaks quietly to her* Apr 07 20:33:38 * Morgan thanks them, telling them he'll see them in an hour or so Apr 07 20:34:36 *they all branch off, and Varick and Emil are put for their naps Apr 07 20:35:01 * Molly says quietly “He’s enjoying having his friends here, even when they fall out” Apr 07 20:35:16 * Morgan nods Apr 07 20:35:21 Yes he is Apr 07 20:35:45 * Molly smiles, heading through the dressing room into the bedroom Apr 07 20:36:00 Are you enjoying being the host? Apr 07 20:36:14 Aye, mostly Apr 07 20:36:24 * Molly nods Apr 07 20:36:54 I suppose I should take off my boots and lie down? Apr 07 20:37:10 * Morgan nods Apr 07 20:37:13 You promised to rest Apr 07 20:37:35 * Molly nods. She does so, getting settled on the bed Apr 07 20:37:39 There we are Apr 07 20:38:07 * Morgan nods, moving to sit in the bed beside her Apr 07 20:38:08 Thank you Apr 07 20:38:39 what did you plan to do during quiet hour? Apr 07 20:39:05 Hadn't really planned to do anything... I might draw... Apr 07 20:39:17 * Molly smiles Apr 07 20:39:48 That would be nice. You could even do the sort of drawing Yensid could sell Apr 07 20:40:49 I'll go fetch my things Apr 07 20:40:59 * Molly nods, smiling Apr 07 20:44:24 * Morgan goes to get his sketchbook and kohl, coming back and sitting in the chair Apr 07 20:45:58 * Molly smiles, gently rubbing her belly Apr 07 20:46:08 what will you draw? Apr 07 20:46:45 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 07 20:46:47 dragons Apr 07 20:48:32 * Molly nods Apr 07 20:48:53 Alright then, my love Apr 07 20:49:20 I was going to draw Mina holding Florrie... Apr 07 20:52:37 * Molly nods Apr 07 20:52:45 That would be nice too Apr 07 20:53:14 Maybe I'll do that later Apr 07 20:56:02 * Molly nods, still stroking her bump, closing her eyes Apr 07 20:57:59 * Morgan watches her for a moment, smiling before starting to draw Apr 07 20:58:52 * Molly falls asleep quite quickly, her hand still on her stomach Apr 07 20:59:31 * Morgan smiles, continuing Apr 07 21:02:31 *she looks very peaceful, the time passing. He hears the chatter of a few servants going about their work below, and realises it’s quarter to two, and before long he’ll have run out of time with her to himself Apr 07 21:03:19 * Morgan puts his things aside, kicking his boots off and laying down beside her Apr 07 21:04:57 * Molly stirs a little, snuggling up to him. Without the distraction of the nursing baby, the scent of her, especially her hair is less easy to ignore Apr 07 21:05:41 * Morgan closes his eyes, putting his forehead against her, just trying to enjoy being close to her Apr 07 21:06:52 *it’s nice, soft and warm, and he feels himself starting to doze off Apr 07 21:08:53 * Morgan shakes himself a little Apr 07 21:09:55 * Molly stirs further Apr 07 21:10:00 Are you alright? Apr 07 21:10:21 * Morgan nods Apr 07 21:10:29 Was just starting to drop off... its too late for that Apr 07 21:10:36 is it? Apr 07 21:10:55 Nearly two Apr 07 21:11:01 * Molly sighs Apr 07 21:11:12 Oh, I didn’t intend to sleep so long Apr 07 21:11:35 * Morgan nods Apr 07 21:11:38 Figured as much Apr 07 21:12:09 * Molly gently kisses his neck “we’d best think about getting up, hmm?” Apr 07 21:13:09 * Morgan nods Apr 07 21:13:10 Yes indeed Apr 07 21:13:28 * Molly gently bites him, then giggles Apr 07 21:14:44 * Morgan sighs, sitting up and fishing in his pocket Apr 07 21:15:10 * Molly watches him with confusion “Did I hurt you?” Apr 07 21:15:37 You're being a tease again Apr 07 21:16:10 It is only being a tease if you have no intentions! Apr 07 21:16:16 We don't have the time Apr 07 21:16:36 * Molly watches him thoughtfully Apr 07 21:16:46 no... I suppose we don’t Apr 07 21:18:43 * Morgan flexes his shoulders Apr 07 21:19:19 You do not enjoy being aroused without an immediate end in sight...? Apr 07 21:19:38 Sometimes. Apr 07 21:19:54 But not today Apr 07 21:20:36 Your family are due anytime, the Eisenfurst in a few hours, and I am due to speak with my father and brother Apr 07 21:21:46 * Molly nods, getting off the bed Apr 07 21:21:54 Yes, we should get on really Apr 07 21:24:02 * Morgan nods, packing his things away Apr 07 21:24:19 * Molly puts her boots back on Apr 07 21:25:04 I think I’ll mostly be in our parlour or the nursery until Seb and the others arrive Apr 07 21:25:34 You've finished preparations in the hall? Apr 07 21:27:22 * Molly nods Apr 07 21:27:30 Now I have my dress to finish Apr 07 21:27:46 * Morgan nods Apr 07 21:27:55 When do you intend to give Ruth hers? Apr 07 21:28:24 Oh, I should do that very soon too, and try the boys in their outfits from your Mother Apr 07 21:28:38 * Morgan nods Apr 07 21:30:07 * Molly smooths down her dress Apr 07 21:30:25 I’ll see you later, my love? Apr 07 21:30:38 Should hope so, I live here Apr 07 21:31:14 * Molly smiles, nodding. She opens the door to the dressing room “have a nice afternoon” Apr 07 21:31:50 * Morgan nods Apr 07 21:31:54 I'll see you soon Apr 07 21:32:11 * Molly goes on through, closing the door behind her Apr 07 21:32:52 * Morgan sighs, pulling his boots on and going down to his office, leaving instructions with the staff to have his father and brother join him and bring coffee Apr 07 21:34:09 *The coffee arrives just before Edward and Adalbrecht. The latter looks neat as always, but his brother has a love bite ever so slightly on view above his collar* Apr 07 21:34:17 * Molly is now known as Adalbrecht Apr 07 21:35:07 * Morgan looks at his brother briefly Apr 07 21:35:10 I need your advice Apr 07 21:36:10 E: Yes? Apr 07 21:36:45 * Morgan sips his coffee slowly Apr 07 21:36:54 Tithes... Apr 07 21:37:13 E: What about them? Apr 07 21:37:40 Once I take over as Graf here, the tithes that Maubourg pays his church will drop drastically Apr 07 21:39:05 *they both nod* Apr 07 21:39:43 The charitable work the church does for its congregation here will take quite a hit... making life harder for all of the vaticine people here Apr 07 21:42:42 E: You could encourage your Objectionist churches and charitable endeavours to step up, but that would cost money also Apr 07 21:42:58 * Morgan nods Apr 07 21:44:07 That, I expect will be a given anyway... a Graf pays higher tithes to help fund the charity within his grafdom... Apr 07 21:44:11 * Morgan looks to his father Apr 07 21:44:19 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 21:45:34 Then... the solution, to ensure no-one is left behind... is to pay neither... or both. Apr 07 21:47:21 Neither is unacceptable Apr 07 21:47:28 I agree Apr 07 21:47:54 *Edward smiles* You clearly did not need me, brother Apr 07 21:49:28 I needed you both because I need advice on how to pitch it to his Grace... Maubourg has, for the sake of not causing a scandal, offered to maintain a pretence of paying the tithe, but with my money. Call my cynical, but that sounds like an excellent way to point out he is doing more for Gottkirchen than I would Apr 07 21:51:45 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 21:51:58 I agree with you. I’ve never liked him Apr 07 21:52:22 Ed: What scandal are you anticipating? Apr 07 21:53:15 Like him or not, he has done well to garner power... what scandal? An objectionist Graf paying the Vaticine church? Or... the mad Veisgraf going so far as to pay the enemy to defy his father... Apr 07 21:55:02 From what I have picked up from Yensid, it’s rare people talk about the past now Apr 07 21:55:24 That is a comfort... but it is still a consideration Apr 07 21:58:18 Ed: It’s complicated. You would be due to pay tithes just as any normal man to your church. But if you are paying to them equally as Graf, you then aren’t paying your personal share to your church, do you see? Apr 07 21:58:58 * Morgan nods Apr 07 21:59:04 I do Apr 07 22:01:01 What I would suggest is that you create a charitable endeavour for the Grafdom. You make one regular payment as Graf into it, and the charity splits any monies therein equally between the churches. Other people can also give to the charity for the equal betterment of the area Apr 07 22:01:37 Leave the churches out of it entirely? Apr 07 22:01:49 Indeed Apr 07 22:02:19 Edward nods: A secular charity... Yes, I think that’s a good idea Apr 07 22:02:40 * Morgan nods thoughtfully Apr 07 22:02:45 It'd be an easier sell... Apr 07 22:03:14 It takes it from Maubourg’s hands too. Apr 07 22:04:07 * Morgan nods Apr 07 22:04:27 Perhaps I am judging him harshly but... I cant shift the feeling its a grab to maintain some power Apr 07 22:06:24 Ed: He is an old Traf, set in his ways and used to being the centre of attention, it’s no surprise really Apr 07 22:06:37 * Adalbrecht watches Edward a minute Apr 07 22:07:16 * Morgan watches Edward for a moment Apr 07 22:07:28 How long have you been a Graf in comparison, father? Apr 07 22:09:13 Ten years less, I believe Apr 07 22:09:36 So you're only moderately set in your ways... Apr 07 22:10:43 Apparently so. Apr 07 22:11:02 *Edward shakes his head* I did not mean you, Father Apr 07 22:11:30 Quick, furl the sails! *he starts chuckling* Apr 07 22:11:48 *the others laugh too* Apr 07 22:12:15 * Morgan sips his coffee Apr 07 22:12:30 so... charitable endeavour... and the tithe to the church? Apr 07 22:13:11 You should pay your regular tithe to the Objectionist church Apr 07 22:13:32 But -my- tithe, not the Graf's... Apr 07 22:14:45 yes Apr 07 22:15:13 * Morgan nods Apr 07 22:15:17 The churches will not like it Apr 07 22:16:23 Ed: Why? they will get money Apr 07 22:16:43 But not the money they do now Apr 07 22:17:36 You should be richer than he is Apr 07 22:18:30 I don't see why that matters... Apr 07 22:18:54 Ed: The more you have, the more you’ll pay Apr 07 22:19:34 Yes, but Maubourg pays three hundred guilders a year to the church... they won't be happy to lose that Apr 07 22:21:38 Ed: So pay them that Apr 07 22:22:09 Does that not make a hypocrisy of the charitable endeavour, then? Apr 07 22:24:02 Ed: The charitable endeavour gives you a step away. Put in six hundred guilders a year Apr 07 22:24:23 Thats nine hundred guilders a year Apr 07 22:25:00 Ed: The Academy did you well Apr 07 22:26:47 * Morgan sighs Apr 07 22:26:58 Its a bloody fortune Apr 07 22:29:04 Ed: You should easily make that Apr 07 22:29:32 I need to get my hands on the books for Gottkirchen Apr 07 22:30:11 Yes, the appointed overseer should be in Kiev I would think Apr 07 22:30:25 * Morgan nods Apr 07 22:30:27 He's been away Apr 07 22:30:46 Ed: And of course your income from the fleet Apr 07 22:31:38 Take a while to recoup the costs of setting up Apr 07 22:32:46 Ed: Witts and James can handle that. Though Witts did ask my if I wished to purchase a share in the Koertig Shipping Company Apr 07 22:32:59 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 07 22:33:24 * Morgan nods Apr 07 22:33:42 I instructed him to draw up plans for that... a family endeavour, as it were Apr 07 22:34:30 One thousand guilders for a ten percent stake Apr 07 22:34:49 * Morgan shrugs Apr 07 22:35:00 I've left the details in his hands. Apr 07 22:35:23 Ed: I am still content to buy in Apr 07 22:35:29 * Adalbrecht nods “As am I” Apr 07 22:35:38 * Morgan smiles Apr 07 22:35:41 I am glad to hear that Apr 07 22:36:15 Ed: I’m sure Jarvie has a loose thousand in the bottom of one of her reticules too Apr 07 22:36:46 * Morgan nods Apr 07 22:36:55 HeinzHarold was considering it Apr 07 22:37:28 Which reminds me... father, why did you make him a sir? Apr 07 22:37:49 Because he has been loyal and useful to us Apr 07 22:38:12 So has Yensid, dont see him swanning about with a title Apr 07 22:40:07 Sudlachenburg would be a laughingstock if he was made a Baronet Apr 07 22:40:34 But the village idiot is acceptable... Apr 07 22:43:16 It is well known he is your friend. It looks like sentimentality, not madness Apr 07 22:43:44 * Morgan nods, looking to Edward Apr 07 22:43:46 There's your answer Apr 07 22:43:58 Ed: to? Apr 07 22:44:19 You asked why father made him a baronet Apr 07 22:44:29 *Edward nods* Apr 07 22:45:08 He was unable to get that Blunderbuss fixed, I was quite disappointed Apr 07 22:45:33 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Apr 07 22:45:42 They're dangerous anyway Apr 07 22:48:15 So are most weapons, Morgan Apr 07 22:50:16 Generally not to the people holding them Apr 07 22:51:51 I still think they look interesting Apr 07 22:52:29 Its a rifle with less finesse Apr 07 22:52:48 It’s very loud Apr 07 22:53:14 *Edward looks to Morgan* Was that what you needed to see us for? Apr 07 22:54:16 Yes... to pick your political brains Apr 07 22:55:59 *Edward nods, drinking the last of his cup of coffee* If I could be excused, I’d like to see my daughter Apr 07 22:57:17 Of course, of course. Thank you, brother Apr 07 23:08:48 * Adalbrecht has quit (Ping Timeout) Apr 07 23:58:55 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep)