**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sun Apr 14 00:05:21 2024 Apr 14 00:05:21 * Alice has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 14 00:50:17 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 14 10:10:01 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 14 13:22:32 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 14 13:23:51 * Alice nods, holding him tighter “That’s a lot to deal with” Apr 14 13:23:51 * Morgan nods Apr 14 13:23:51 I’ll do anything I can Apr 14 13:23:51 * Morgan nods, letting her go Apr 14 13:23:51 Thank you Apr 14 13:23:53 *Florrie comes to him barefoot* No shoes now. Food? Apr 14 13:23:55 Yes, okay sweetheart, lets go get some food Apr 14 13:23:57 be good, Florrie Apr 14 13:23:59 *She holds up her arms* Apr 14 13:24:01 * Morgan picks her up Apr 14 13:24:03 Ready sweetheart? Apr 14 13:24:49 *Florrie nods. In the parlour Molly is nursing and Varick is helping Maggie set the table up. There’s a pot of coffee too* Apr 14 13:26:03 * Morgan sets Florrie down Apr 14 13:27:53 *Florrie goes to sit at the table. Molly smiles* Apr 14 13:28:04 Are you staying, my love? Apr 14 13:28:38 I thought I might introduce Ilena to Mina, then give my father a heads up before I go to find Sebastien Apr 14 13:28:58 * Molly nods Apr 14 13:29:07 Alright, my love Apr 14 13:29:19 * Morgan moves to kiss her cheek Apr 14 13:29:24 I'll see you in a while Apr 14 13:31:02 * Molly kisses his in return Apr 14 13:34:15 * Morgan lets go, heading for the door Apr 14 13:34:51 *the children start squabbling over who is sitting where Apr 14 13:36:26 * Morgan calls for them to behave before going through the door, heading to find Edward Apr 14 13:37:18 *The staff help him find Edward who is strolling with him wife on his arm in the formal gardens* Apr 14 13:37:22 * Molly is now known as Edward Apr 14 13:38:19 Ah, there you are... Apr 14 13:39:14 * Edward smiles. He and Mina look more relaxed with each other than before Apr 14 13:39:26 We are, brother Apr 14 13:40:27 I wondered if I could prevail on your wife.... The Rosenkrantz's have arrived and I think Ilena could do with someone who knows court to give her a little support... Apr 14 13:41:21 *Mina nods* I will be delighted to Apr 14 13:41:54 * Morgan nods Apr 14 13:41:59 Before dinner? Apr 14 13:42:33 *Mina nods* I can be available when you wish Apr 14 13:43:19 well... if my brother wouldn't object too loudly, I could take you to her now? Apr 14 13:44:42 * Edward smiles “I will keep my objections quiet” Apr 14 13:45:47 Will you continue walking, or accompany us? Apr 14 13:53:51 I’ll continue my walk. *He kisses Mina’s knuckles before handing her over to Morgan* Apr 14 13:54:09 * Morgan offers his arm, starting to walk once she takes it Apr 14 13:54:32 * Edward is now known as Mina Apr 14 13:54:41 * Mina smiles Apr 14 13:54:50 Are you well, Morgan? Apr 14 13:57:10 I think so... busy busy, you know? How about you? Apr 14 13:58:07 * Mina nods Apr 14 13:58:19 I am quite well, thank you Apr 14 13:59:54 * Morgan nods Apr 14 14:00:09 Thank you for doing this... Ilena is so nervous Apr 14 14:02:06 * Mina nods Apr 14 14:02:49 Even I’d have been intimidated in the house of a Duke at her age Apr 14 14:03:33 Really? Apr 14 14:03:48 * Mina smiles at him Apr 14 14:03:53 A tiny bit Apr 14 14:05:33 Im' not sure its being in a Dukes house thats making her nervous Apr 14 14:05:48 What do you think it is? Apr 14 14:06:59 The Eisenfurst is a few hours behind her.... -and- there's a Graf and another Freiarr in the house... and assorted lords... and tomorrow, nobility will descend upon the place... Apr 14 14:08:45 I will take her under my wing Apr 14 14:09:19 I would appreciate that, and I know Molly will Apr 14 14:09:34 * Mina nods Apr 14 14:10:17 would her parents allow her to socialise with Heinzharold’s sister? Apr 14 14:10:42 Given that Sebastien, her brother, is one of HeinzHarolds closest friends, I don't see it being an issue Apr 14 14:12:01 She is a Baronet’s unmarried sister, some families are sticklers, but they are of similar age, and perhaps similar temperaments? Apr 14 14:12:14 * Morgan nods Apr 14 14:12:21 We can find out I suppose Apr 14 14:14:45 * Mina nods Apr 14 14:15:30 I will subtly remind Edward’s friends that they should be looking to ladies of their own age and status Apr 14 14:15:56 * Morgan nods Apr 14 14:16:16 We are trying to position Ilena as a potential wife for Isiah Fischler Apr 14 14:16:53 * Mina nods, though her micro-expression shows surprise Apr 14 14:17:06 I would be happy to aid that endeavour Apr 14 14:17:23 That surprises you? Apr 14 14:18:15 It’s a lofty ambition Apr 14 14:22:48 I'm hoping that the Eisenfurst will take a shine to her and have some influence... Theus knows Isiah has not made sensible choices in the past Apr 14 14:27:38 * Mina nods Apr 14 14:28:06 It was very lucky that Alarice’s actions did not bring a scandal upon us Apr 14 14:29:32 Would've been tough to lay it on us without it affecting the Eisenfurst and his son Apr 14 14:30:54 * Mina nods Apr 14 14:31:12 It would have been quiet gossip Apr 14 14:31:23 * Morgan nods Apr 14 14:31:41 One of the less... desirable traits of people who call themselves noble... Apr 14 14:32:27 * Mina nods Apr 14 14:33:09 We gossip no less than the common folk, and just as salaciously Apr 14 14:33:28 When you're not spending your time teasing me, that is... Apr 14 14:34:31 * Mina smiles Apr 14 14:35:24 I think that many gentlemen are improved by a little ribbing of their fairer counterparts Apr 14 14:36:06 * Morgan nods a little Apr 14 14:36:09 True enough is suppose Apr 14 14:36:48 I should apologise to you, I think Apr 14 14:37:13 Why? Apr 14 14:39:05 I was ungracious when you told me your joyous news Apr 14 14:39:40 It was hurting... I understand. You've nothing to apologise for Apr 14 14:40:10 * Mina nods Apr 14 14:40:38 I am very happy for you and Molly, and wish you all the best Apr 14 14:41:27 * Morgan inclines his head Apr 14 14:41:45 Thank you. It won't be long until you have such news, I'm sure Apr 14 14:42:10 * Mina smiles Apr 14 14:42:43 I hope so. I’ve wanted to be a mother for a very long time Apr 14 14:44:14 * Morgan nods Apr 14 14:45:40 I very much look forward to attending the baptism of your first... Apr 14 14:46:18 * Mina nods Apr 14 14:46:45 If we will know by your birthday, it should be before the end of next summer Apr 14 14:46:57 * Morgan nods Apr 14 14:48:55 Stating fact, or fishing for information there little sister? Apr 14 14:49:21 * Mina smiles “A little of both, of course” Apr 14 14:49:40 * Morgan chuckles Apr 14 14:50:14 Ah, well... not really any more I can tell you Apr 14 14:51:01 * Mina nods Apr 14 14:51:47 It is comforting that it will happen for us Apr 14 14:52:15 * Morgan nods Apr 14 14:52:28 I know it is taking longer than either of you would like... but it -is- coming Apr 14 14:52:57 * Mina nods Apr 14 14:53:40 It’s expected to have a baby quite soon after marriage Apr 14 14:55:45 * Morgan nods Apr 14 14:56:11 Aye, it is Apr 14 14:56:38 I hope for a boy. Do you and Molly hope the same? Apr 14 14:57:35 It would ease fathers worry, secure the succession et cetera Apr 14 14:58:01 * Mina nods “It is very important” Apr 14 14:58:29 * Morgan nods Apr 14 14:58:31 Indeed it is Apr 14 14:59:46 How have you found it with Florrie meeting everyone? Apr 14 15:00:45 Difficult, exceedingly so. I couldn't bear to be there when mother met her Apr 14 15:02:45 Were you concerned how you might feel? Apr 14 15:03:05 * Morgan nods Apr 14 15:03:26 Seeing them together, as I should have seen her with Jana... it was too painful for me to endure Apr 14 15:03:43 How have you found it since? Apr 14 15:04:11 Easier... but not by a lot. Apr 14 15:05:19 * Mina nods Apr 14 15:06:18 It’s difficult for everyone else, but it must be much harder for you Apr 14 15:06:33 Must it? Apr 14 15:08:14 We didn’t lose a daughter Apr 14 15:08:34 No... no I suppose not Apr 14 15:10:51 I hope now that it is done it’ll become easier for you Apr 14 15:11:01 * Morgan nods Apr 14 15:11:50 I hope so... it mostly is but... now and then, there'll be something that is like a knife to the chest Apr 14 15:12:04 * Mina looks at him quite openly “That I do understand” Apr 14 15:13:19 * Morgan nods Apr 14 15:13:23 It is not getting easier for you? Apr 14 15:14:14 It is, though it still hurts somewhat. I do see that there is nothing between my husband and her mother Apr 14 15:14:54 * Morgan nods Apr 14 15:15:08 If I'm being honest, it was a concern I had Apr 14 15:15:33 * Mina nods Apr 14 15:15:57 I could imagine how their shared love of their daughter could draw them together Apr 14 15:16:53 * Morgan nods briefly Apr 14 15:16:59 Not something we have to contend with Apr 14 15:18:16 * Mina nods Apr 14 15:19:04 I am grateful to you for the support you’ve given me Apr 14 15:19:19 Why wouldn't I? I love you. Apr 14 15:22:55 I love you also Apr 14 15:24:37 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 14 15:25:54 * Mina smiles Apr 14 15:26:37 Are you excited about hosting tomorrow? Apr 14 15:32:21 A bit... I'm actually rather nervous Apr 14 15:35:14 * Mina nods Apr 14 15:36:11 It is nerve-wracking sometimes, but your staff are organised and you have a great deal of support from us all Apr 14 15:37:21 * Morgan nods Apr 14 15:37:26 For which I am grateful Apr 14 15:37:51 * Mina nods Apr 14 15:40:31 *The house is quiet when he gets there, Mina still on his arm* Apr 14 15:41:06 I meant what I said about my scars... if it would help in any way... Apr 14 15:42:39 I appreciate it, but no, thank you Apr 14 15:42:48 * Morgan nods Apr 14 15:43:33 As you wish. You know the only reason I still hide them? Apr 14 15:45:04 No? Apr 14 15:45:23 Mother would find them upsetting... thats about it Apr 14 15:45:39 * Mina nods Apr 14 15:46:18 I am pleased to hear you are feeling better about them Apr 14 15:47:40 I would hope it shows my children there is no shame in bearing the marks of your experiences Apr 14 15:49:20 * Mina nods “I would think so Apr 14 15:50:04 * Morgan nods Apr 14 15:50:10 And if its helps others along the way... Apr 14 15:51:40 * Mina smiles Apr 14 15:52:13 Are -you- stating a fact, or fishing, big brother? Apr 14 15:53:05 * Morgan smiles broadly Apr 14 15:53:08 Call me that again Apr 14 15:53:43 * Mina smiles shyly, unusual for her Apr 14 15:53:50 no Apr 14 15:53:54 No? Apr 14 15:54:18 I do not generally use pet names, and now I feel silly Apr 14 15:55:00 okay... okay... but... I'd like you to know that it felt -wonderful- to hear it Apr 14 15:55:42 * Mina nods Apr 14 15:55:57 Even if I do not say it, I do feel it Apr 14 15:56:15 * Morgan nods, smiling Apr 14 15:57:36 Right, lets get you up to Ilena... Apr 14 15:58:00 * Mina nods, going with him Apr 14 15:58:48 * Morgan knocks on Ilena's door Apr 14 15:59:39 *She answers it, looking tidy and young. It’s hard to believe she’s only two years younger than his own wife* Apr 14 16:00:01 * Morgan smiles Apr 14 16:00:19 Lady Ilena... might I introduce Lady Mina Koertig, my sister Apr 14 16:01:39 *they both have their manners from various tutors and governesses, so this introduction is extremely easy* Apr 14 16:02:17 * Morgan smiles Apr 14 16:02:44 Lady Koertig is among the most knowledgable people I know when it comes to court... she's agreed to give you the benefit of her knowledge Apr 14 16:03:13 *Ilena smiles* Thank you so much, Lady Koertig Apr 14 16:03:48 * Mina smiles, looking to Morgan “I think we’ll take some coffee in the drawing room and get to know one another” Apr 14 16:04:04 * Morgan nods Apr 14 16:04:14 I'll have some sent. I have a couple of errands I need to attend to Apr 14 16:04:35 *they both curtesy appropriately to him* Apr 14 16:05:08 * Morgan smiles, leaving them and going to find a servant to arrange the coffee and ask where his father and Sebastien are Apr 14 16:05:45 *Dresden says they are both in their rooms* Apr 14 16:06:25 * Morgan nods, thanking him before going to knock on his fathers door Apr 14 16:06:46 * Mina is now known as Adalbrecht Apr 14 16:06:53 Come in, Morgan Apr 14 16:07:39 * Morgan goes in Apr 14 16:07:46 Must remember to change the way I knock... Apr 14 16:08:11 * Adalbrecht is sat holding Verity’s wool as she knits. It looks like a little light green cardigan Apr 14 16:08:34 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 14 16:08:54 I'm sorry to interrupt... I just wanted a quick word with father, then I'll let him get back to helping you, mother Apr 14 16:09:24 *Verity holds it up. It’s newborn size* What do you think? Apr 14 16:09:31 * Morgan smiles Apr 14 16:09:33 Its lovely Apr 14 16:09:57 V: It’s for your new baby Apr 14 16:10:04 * Morgan smiles Apr 14 16:10:08 I didn't think it'd be for father Apr 14 16:10:27 *Verity smiles* It might have been for Mattias Apr 14 16:10:54 I think you'd have already done that mother Apr 14 16:11:49 * Adalbrecht puts the wool down “I will return shortly” Apr 14 16:12:50 * Morgan smiles, opening the door for his father Apr 14 16:13:34 * Adalbrecht goes into the hall Apr 14 16:13:50 * Morgan follows him, closing the door behind him before leading him down to the art room Apr 14 16:14:08 * Adalbrecht goes along Apr 14 16:14:43 * Morgan glances around before speaking Apr 14 16:15:00 I wanted to give you warning so you are not taken by surprise Apr 14 16:15:10 What has happened? Apr 14 16:15:24 Nothing, nothing... its just... I've seen Florries outfit for tomorrow... Apr 14 16:15:44 * Adalbrecht looks confused Apr 14 16:15:45 yes? Apr 14 16:15:59 Its a red dress... and little red shoes... Apr 14 16:17:23 * Adalbrecht nods, looking serious Apr 14 16:17:27 Alright, thank you. Apr 14 16:17:57 Rather took me by surprise when I saw her wear them... I didn't want you to be shaken like that Apr 14 16:19:28 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 14 16:19:39 I appreciate it Apr 14 16:20:05 * Morgan nods Apr 14 16:20:11 I will let you go back to mother Apr 14 16:21:08 * Adalbrecht hugs him, then holds the sides of his arms “Are -you- shaken?” Apr 14 16:21:32 * Morgan lets out a slow breath, nodding Apr 14 16:21:36 yes. I am Apr 14 16:22:07 * Adalbrecht nods, hugging him again “I am sorry” Apr 14 16:22:54 * Morgan nods holding onto him for a moment Apr 14 16:23:05 Its difficult, not letting her see it... Apr 14 16:23:30 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 14 16:23:59 that’s right Apr 14 16:25:05 * Morgan nods, straightening a little Apr 14 16:25:12 I'll be alright Apr 14 16:25:22 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 14 16:26:45 We have to concentrate on impressing His Grace next Apr 14 16:27:13 * Morgan nods Apr 14 16:27:25 And trying to get him onside with Jarvie and Ilena... Apr 14 16:27:46 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 14 16:28:01 It will take concentration and politicking Apr 14 16:28:20 * Morgan pulls a face Apr 14 16:28:23 Don't remind me Apr 14 16:30:35 * Adalbrecht smiles Apr 14 16:30:52 You are a Koertig, you will be fine Apr 14 16:31:08 * Morgan smiles, nodding Apr 14 16:51:20 * Adalbrecht has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 14 17:32:10 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 14 17:42:51 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Apr 14 19:11:37 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 14 19:13:25 We have to concentrate on impressing His Grace next Apr 14 19:13:25 * Morgan nods Apr 14 19:13:25 And trying to get him onside with Jarvie and Ilena... Apr 14 19:13:25 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 14 19:13:25 It will take concentration and politicking Apr 14 19:13:27 * Morgan pulls a face Apr 14 19:13:29 Don't remind me Apr 14 19:13:31 * Adalbrecht smiles Apr 14 19:13:33 You are a Koertig, you will be fine Apr 14 19:13:35 * Morgan smiles, nodding Apr 14 19:16:33 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 14 19:16:59 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 14 19:19:52 Morgan> We have to concentrate on impressing His Grace next Apr 14 19:19:52 * Morgan nods Apr 14 19:19:52 And trying to get him onside with Jarvie and Ilena... Apr 14 19:19:52 * Adalbrecht nods Apr 14 19:19:52 It will take concentration and politicking Apr 14 19:19:55 * Morgan pulls a face Apr 14 19:19:57 Don't remind me Apr 14 19:19:59 * Adalbrecht smiles Apr 14 19:20:03 You are a Koertig, you will be fine Apr 14 19:20:05 * Morgan smiles, nodding Apr 14 19:22:04 * Molly smiles “was there anything else?” Apr 14 19:22:11 No, father Apr 14 19:22:50 * Molly is now known as Adalbrecht Apr 14 19:23:11 I will help your Mother then. I’ll see you at dinner Apr 14 19:23:23 * Morgan nods, letting him go Apr 14 19:26:20 * Adalbrecht heads into his room when they gets there. Morgan can hear a cat meow from along the hall, back towards the art room Apr 14 19:26:33 * Morgan turns to look Apr 14 19:27:58 *there’s nothing to be seen Apr 14 19:28:10 * Morgan frowns, moving toward the sound Apr 14 19:30:51 *the sound comes again, just around the corner Apr 14 19:33:28 * Morgan follows it Apr 14 19:34:28 *he finds Heidi knelt on the floor by her room. She makes a questioning meow before smiling. Apr 14 19:34:48 Jut keeping in practice or... Apr 14 19:35:58 * Adalbrecht is now known as Heidi Apr 14 19:36:13 I wanted to see if you’d fall for it Apr 14 19:36:25 I'm a curious sort Apr 14 19:37:09 * Heidi holds out her hand Apr 14 19:37:18 would you help me up? Apr 14 19:37:20 * Morgan takes it, bracing himself Apr 14 19:38:32 * Heidi doesn’t even try Apr 14 19:38:41 Harder! Apr 14 19:38:58 I wouldn't wish to hurt her highness... Apr 14 19:39:32 It’s fine, Pull harder! Apr 14 19:39:41 * Morgan nods, doing so Apr 14 19:41:43 * Heidi groans and becomes a deadweight, grinning Apr 14 19:41:50 You’re not strong enough! Apr 14 19:42:01 * Morgan smirks a little Apr 14 19:42:08 Best just leave you laying on the floor then Apr 14 19:43:15 * Heidi yanks him hard suddenly Apr 14 19:43:45 * Morgan barely moves, having braced himself Apr 14 19:44:26 * Heidi laughs loudly Apr 14 19:44:41 Spoilsport! Apr 14 19:44:54 Its hardly my first time dealing with you... Apr 14 19:45:08 * Morgan lifts her suddenly, easily, standing her up Apr 14 19:46:27 *she plants a big kiss on his cheek theatrically* My hero! Apr 14 19:46:40 * Morgan chuckles Apr 14 19:46:51 What're you hiding up here for anyway? Apr 14 19:49:46 I’m wasting time until my Daddy gets here Apr 14 19:50:52 Got to admit, its not what I expected him to do when I asked him to find a way to let you and Zench marry Apr 14 19:51:16 * Heidi looks at him, smirking “Maybe it was Zench I was talking about” Apr 14 19:51:48 No you weren't Apr 14 19:52:39 How do you know? He might like being called Daddy Apr 14 19:52:58 Seems unlikely Apr 14 19:54:27 * Heidi shrugs “He prefers Big Boy.” Apr 14 19:54:36 So my brother tells me Apr 14 19:55:39 * Heidi sniggers “That’s what we always said about those Academy boys...” Apr 14 19:56:47 Don't see the point of sending boys to the academy if they're going into the army... its not like walking forward takes any skill at all Apr 14 19:58:17 * Heidi laughs again Apr 14 19:59:25 Some of them can’t even do that Apr 14 19:59:47 * Morgan nods Apr 14 20:00:07 Waste really, sending them to the academy Apr 14 20:00:55 * Heidi nods Apr 14 20:01:18 Might as well send half to a brewery and the other half to a cemetery Apr 14 20:01:59 * Morgan nods Apr 14 20:02:09 Whats with all the hugging anyway? Apr 14 20:02:48 who? Apr 14 20:03:18 When you got here, you were hugging people left right and centre Apr 14 20:04:16 * Heidi grins Apr 14 20:04:25 Everyone but Zench Apr 14 20:04:44 I noticed that much Apr 14 20:04:57 * Heidi nods Apr 14 20:05:23 That’s why. Everyone else gets to hug me, he’s got to wait, like a good boy Apr 14 20:05:49 * Morgan nods Apr 14 20:05:50 cruel Apr 14 20:05:58 * Heidi nods Apr 14 20:06:04 yet genius. Apr 14 20:06:12 * Morgan nods Apr 14 20:08:42 have you seen him? is he complaining? Apr 14 20:08:59 I only saw him to apologise for offending him Apr 14 20:09:33 * Heidi grins Apr 14 20:09:38 what did you do? Apr 14 20:10:30 From yesterday, he was offended by my questions... Apr 14 20:10:53 * Heidi shrugs “He’ll be fine” Apr 14 20:11:00 * Morgan nods Apr 14 20:11:02 We've sorted it out Apr 14 20:11:47 * Heidi nods Apr 14 20:12:05 With a wrestling match? Ooh! a -nude- wrestling match? Apr 14 20:12:25 Don't be daft, its only the army boys have a thing for getting naked and grappling eachother Apr 14 20:12:56 * Heidi smiles “shame, I bet you look hot naked” Apr 14 20:13:30 No, I'm alright from the waist down, but above that its just scar tissue and quite horrific Apr 14 20:13:39 * Heidi smirks Apr 14 20:13:55 From the waist down? should I be calling you Big Boy instead? Apr 14 20:14:16 Cant say I've done any comparisons, so its not for me to say Apr 14 20:14:51 * Heidi grins “Maybe that’s what I’ll ask for for the wedding entertainment, everyone naked and compared” Apr 14 20:15:07 Long as I can keep my shirt on, thanks Apr 14 20:16:37 * Heidi laughs Apr 14 20:16:44 You’ve gotten really weird. Apr 14 20:16:52 Have I? Apr 14 20:16:57 * Heidi nods Apr 14 20:17:19 Any more laidback and you’d be horizontal. Not like you were before at all Apr 14 20:18:32 I'm more like I was before the fire. That and of course I'm playing up to you... Apr 14 20:19:22 * Heidi smiles Apr 14 20:19:26 You seem happier Apr 14 20:19:36 On the whole I am Apr 14 20:21:20 * Heidi smiles Apr 14 20:21:38 Now we’ve come to wreck your house and peace, and drink you dry Apr 14 20:21:56 As expected Apr 14 20:24:02 * Heidi nods Apr 14 20:24:47 Do you or Molly need any help? I know you probably don’t Apr 14 20:25:30 With? Apr 14 20:26:35 Anything really Apr 14 20:27:06 * Morgan shrugs Apr 14 20:27:27 We've got a fair handle on things, but I know Molly would appreciate you asking Apr 14 20:27:36 * Heidi nods Apr 14 20:27:58 I’ll just focus on tormenting Zench then Apr 14 20:28:51 Maybe you could keep an eye on Potts... what with Hannalore being here... and Ilena is off limits Apr 14 20:29:50 * Heidi nods Apr 14 20:30:09 I’ll make him my problem Apr 14 20:30:42 Thank you Apr 14 20:31:14 It’ll cost you though... Apr 14 20:32:08 Oh? Apr 14 20:32:48 I need some currants or raisins Apr 14 20:33:25 for... Apr 14 20:34:40 A rat in Zench’s trunk Apr 14 20:35:13 * Morgan nods Apr 14 20:35:16 Leave it with me Apr 14 20:36:57 * Heidi grins “yes! I have a taxidermied rat ready and waiting, I just need some droppings” Apr 14 20:37:26 Ill get some to you, later Apr 14 20:39:08 Thanks Big Boy! Apr 14 20:39:17 Me chuckles Apr 14 20:39:28 Go make a nuisance of yourself someplace,I need to talk to someone Apr 14 20:39:59 * Heidi nods, giving him a deeply curtesy worthy of a princess Apr 14 20:40:27 * Morgan smiles a little, bowing his head before going in search of Sebastien Apr 14 20:40:49 * Heidi is now known as Sebastian Apr 14 20:41:12 * Sebastian answers his door when Morgan knocks Apr 14 20:42:11 Sebastien... why don't we head down to my office and finish our conversation Apr 14 20:44:22 * Sebastian nods Apr 14 20:44:29 After you Apr 14 20:44:43 If it would make it easier, I can have HeinzHarold brought along... Apr 14 20:44:47 * Morgan starts walking Apr 14 20:45:16 No, I don’t think so Apr 14 20:45:36 * Morgan nods, going to his office Apr 14 20:47:52 * Sebastian follows him in Apr 14 20:48:10 * Morgan offers him a seat and whiskey Apr 14 20:49:48 * Sebastian accepts both, sitting down. He looks around the room “This is not bad” Apr 14 20:50:05 * Morgan nods Apr 14 20:50:16 Its not quite as I want it yet, but its getting there Apr 14 20:50:30 * Sebastian nods Apr 14 20:50:46 It is lacking some charts and ship halves Apr 14 20:50:58 * Morgan smiles, nodding Apr 14 20:51:10 Give it time, I've not really been here long Apr 14 20:53:31 * Sebastian nods, thanking him after sipping his drink Apr 14 20:54:14 * Morgan sips his own Apr 14 20:54:19 Whats going on Sebastien? Apr 14 20:54:58 With what? Apr 14 20:55:16 You were going to say something when you arrived, but were interrupted... Apr 14 20:57:19 I have forgotten now, my apologies. Why do you have all those cups? Apr 14 20:57:46 * Morgan watches him, sipping his whiskey Apr 14 20:57:58 Whatever is bothering you, I want to help... you can trust me. Apr 14 20:58:32 I know. I genuinely cannot recall. Apr 14 20:58:41 * Morgan nods Apr 14 20:59:12 Each of them is from a place important to me... and -that- one... is one of a set I took when I first took my first wife for a picnic Apr 14 21:25:41 * Sebastian has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Apr 14 21:27:58 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Apr 14 21:28:32 Each of them is from a place important to me... and -that- one... is one of a set I took when I first took my first wife for a picnic Apr 14 21:31:00 * Molly is now known as Seb Apr 14 21:31:15 * Seb looks at it, nodding a little Apr 14 21:31:22 Very nice Apr 14 21:32:04 Some gift from some important person to one of my forebears apparently... I apologised for taking them, but apparently they were hated anyway Apr 14 21:33:21 * Seb nods Apr 14 21:33:42 I need to speak with Molly whilst we are here. Apr 14 21:33:52 Oh? Apr 14 21:34:58 What you said about her, and I, and what might happen has been on my mind Apr 14 21:35:30 Hardly surprising really Apr 14 21:38:03 * Seb nods, sipping the whiskey Apr 14 21:38:50 Something I cant help with I suppose.... Apr 14 21:40:20 No, I need to speak with her myself Apr 14 21:41:00 * Morgan sighs, nodding Apr 14 21:41:09 Alright Apr 14 21:43:28 I understand that might be a sensitive topic for you Apr 14 21:43:55 * Morgan nods Apr 14 21:44:00 Indeed it is Apr 14 21:44:41 * Seb nods, looking at the whiskey Apr 14 21:45:21 how do you live with that knowledge all the time? Apr 14 21:45:39 * Morgan sighs heavily Apr 14 21:45:50 Oh if only it was just that knowledge I had Apr 14 21:47:23 I try to picture where I’ll be next year, or in five years, but I don’t know how to do that now Apr 14 21:48:20 * Morgan nods Apr 14 21:48:36 All we can really do is try to live as we were, but... be more ready than we would have been Apr 14 21:50:19 How do I do that, Morgan? Apr 14 21:50:49 What choice is there? Apr 14 21:52:42 * Seb drinks a mouthful Apr 14 21:54:27 Its not fair... Apr 14 21:55:44 No, it is not Apr 14 21:57:21 Realistically... providing I don't get myself killed somehow, it'll make no difference to you at all Apr 14 21:58:49 It makes a difference to -my- plans Apr 14 22:03:53 Why? Apr 14 22:07:27 It’s in the back of my mind now that any woman who chooses to be with me good be fated to great hurt Apr 14 22:08:23 And how is that different? Thats -always- the case Apr 14 22:10:39 I have the knowledge, so I have the responsibility Apr 14 22:11:20 Your responsibility is to protect your people... and that might well cost you your life... Apr 14 22:13:55 Which all women would accept. But to have another woman come into the picture as Molly would, that they would not. Apr 14 22:15:51 * Morgan sighs Apr 14 22:17:13 Your options, realistically, are to become a monk, which your parents would not like, or get on with life and trust that I am exceptionally hard to kill Apr 14 22:19:49 My options are very limited Apr 14 22:20:48 Yes, they are. Its awful... but it is not done out of idle malfeasance... its out of necessity Apr 14 22:22:26 I haven’t felt this thing you said I would Apr 14 22:23:03 No... you've been too far away to feel it thus far and... it is lessened at the moment Apr 14 22:24:26 I will not feel it whilst I am visiting? Apr 14 22:24:39 I don't believe so, no Apr 14 22:26:06 I’m relieved to hear it. How long will it remain reduced? Apr 14 22:26:22 Uhhh... a few months I think Apr 14 22:26:46 * Seb nods Apr 14 22:27:05 I would think your pleasure at that nearly matches mine Apr 14 22:28:08 Moreso, actually... one of the things I have to endure is.... My dreams show me how things would be if things were different... Apr 14 22:30:19 What do you see? Apr 14 22:30:28 * Morgan sighs Apr 14 22:31:50 Before we met you, I endured weeks of seeing her meet you, and there being an attraction... to the point she would go behind my back with you. I've seen another where you and she had married, where I had died in the fire rather than Dietlinde and Jana... Apr 14 22:32:29 These are more than just dreams? Apr 14 22:32:36 * Morgan nods Apr 14 22:33:11 Now and then I'll pick up an insight into a danger that is coming... Apr 14 22:33:44 * Seb nods Apr 14 22:33:57 Is that what it is why Molly and I? Apr 14 22:34:13 with* Apr 14 22:34:59 No... no, those are just... ways it could have been were things different... and, being prone to nightmares anyway, some of it must be my mind torturing me Apr 14 22:36:19 * Seb nods “Nightmares I am well-versed in” Apr 14 22:36:24 * Morgan nods Apr 14 22:36:31 Normal ones, though, yes? Apr 14 22:38:40 The War, often being wrecked Apr 14 22:38:50 * Morgan nods Apr 14 22:38:54 Had those myself Apr 14 22:39:38 * Seb nods, sipping his drink Apr 14 22:42:24 * Morgan sips his drink Apr 14 22:42:38 For a while... I thought you were going to take everything I hold dear away from me Apr 14 22:43:28 Did you? Apr 14 22:43:37 * Morgan nods Apr 14 22:44:07 Every time I slept, I saw myself losing Molly to you... and HeinzHarold was so happy when he found out he didn't lose you... Apr 14 22:44:59 * Seb nods Apr 14 22:45:12 You must have disliked me Apr 14 22:45:52 I won't lie, I didn't want either of them anywhere near you Apr 14 22:46:09 * Seb nods seriously Apr 14 22:46:16 what changed your mind? Apr 14 22:47:22 Couldn't keep HeinzHarold from you... Apr 14 22:48:33 * Seb smiles Apr 14 22:48:44 I am glad to see him alive and well Apr 14 22:48:52 * Morgan nods, smiling a little Apr 14 22:49:07 I'd be lost without him Apr 14 22:50:04 * Seb nods Apr 14 22:50:21 He is one of the finest men I have ever had the privilege of knowing Apr 14 22:50:30 * Morgan nods Apr 14 22:50:44 He's getting more and more like his father was... and he was a wonderful man Apr 14 22:51:06 * Seb nods Apr 14 22:51:59 But you could have kept her away from me Apr 14 22:52:34 Keep her from your parents after they, frankly, saved her life? Apr 14 22:53:23 It would be difficult, yes Apr 14 22:53:35 * Morgan nods Apr 14 22:53:41 It would be unfair and I strive not to be that Apr 14 22:55:35 * Seb nods Apr 14 22:55:50 I have no intention of coming between you and Molly Apr 14 22:56:24 I know. Realistically, it is not a concern I entertain any longer Apr 14 22:57:32 * Seb nods Apr 14 22:59:06 Me sips his drink Apr 14 23:00:26 I hope you don't mind... but I have something for you Apr 14 23:01:51 I am afraid I have nothing for you Apr 14 23:02:07 * Morgan smiles a little Apr 14 23:02:27 I toyed with the idea of asking to swap it for the stick for Varick, but... that would be harsh Apr 14 23:04:45 * Seb smiles “I’m afraid the stick is a baptism present only” Apr 14 23:05:09 * Morgan smiles Apr 14 23:06:11 I thought that... perhaps those of us involved in all of this... it sounds daft but, I, lets say, acquired matching swords... Apr 14 23:08:38 * Seb smiles faintly “My role is potentially nothing though” Apr 14 23:09:02 Then you'll potentially have a rare sword for doing naff all Apr 14 23:10:22 * Seb nods Apr 14 23:10:40 That would be the ideal scenario Apr 14 23:11:02 * Morgan nods, putting his drink down and going to the cabinet Apr 14 23:11:18 Well, yeah... I'm not terribly keen on the idea of being dead... Apr 14 23:13:36 Although, you could take solace that your nightmares would stop. Apr 14 23:13:57 * Morgan sits back down, placing the sheathed sword on the desk Apr 14 23:14:09 They did that when we were in Capperlucia... it was peaceful and weird as hell Apr 14 23:15:57 * Seb nods “I would welcome a respite” Apr 14 23:16:15 Unfortunately I don't think it'd work the same... perhaps a dreamcatcher? Apr 14 23:17:42 I have never heard of that Apr 14 23:18:00 I'll ask my mother where she got mine, perhaps it'll work for you Apr 14 23:19:36 * Seb nods “Thank you” Apr 14 23:19:51 * Morgan nods, glancing at the sword Apr 14 23:19:54 Thats yours Apr 14 23:21:15 * Seb smiles “May I?” Apr 14 23:21:35 Of course... be careful though, its not quite as you expect it Apr 14 23:43:28 * Seb has quit (Read error: EOF from client)