**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Tue May 14 18:20:27 2024 May 14 18:20:27 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined May 14 18:21:12 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) May 14 18:22:07 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined May 14 18:22:31 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined May 14 18:58:56 *he realises Molly isn’t beside him to smile at the gesture she’s always claimed to find charming* May 14 18:58:56 * Morgan looks around May 14 18:58:56 *The bell rings for Eleven O’clock. **once everyone gets to their assigned seats, or in most common people's cases crammed in where there is only room to stand, Molly brings the children down the aisle, Emil on her hip, Varick holding her hand, and the eye contact she makes with her husband acknowledges what only they and their very closest friends know, their third child within her womb. May 14 18:58:57 * Morgan smiles, watching her May 14 18:58:59 * Rev is now known as Molly May 14 18:59:01 * Molly smiles, watching him back. She looks happy, and much less nervous that when she walked down the aisle to him on their wedding day, the prospect of more children seeming so scary and to be one day endured for him. Now Varick is there’s, and Emil has entered their lives, and that tiny new child that is the culmination of the Nieblungens plan as well as his own desperate wish has also. May 14 18:59:06 * Morgan glances around at the others May 14 18:59:08 *His parents look very happy, as do Edward and Mina sat beside them. Florrie and Alice sit on the other side. Heinzharold and Inga are on the same bench. His wider family of his cousin, in laws, and uncle are on the pews across the aisle. Other friends and nobles fill up the front. It’s lovely to see everyone here, though somewhat sad that Jana’s christening had been more tense than relaxed as this is May 14 18:59:15 * Morgan closes his eyes a moment, looking back to the reverend, waiting May 14 18:59:17 *He waits until Molly and the boys are with Morgan. She smiles up at him as Varick takes his hand* [I love you, liebes herz] May 14 18:59:20 [and I you] May 14 18:59:22 *Varick squeezes his hand. He looks so proud of himself, and smiles at his friends* May 14 19:20:25 *Reverend Loewe starts the service. It’s a lovely introduction talking about how Theus welcomes all, regardless of where they’re from in the world. Uinise seems to be watching this all with curiosity. Even the Vaticine attendees seem relaxed May 14 19:22:55 * Morgan looks around curiously before squeezing Varicks hand May 14 19:25:12 *The service has a nice hymn that is used in both churches, played by Maubourg’s disowned daughter. If he realises, he gives nothing away. Heidi looks to be on her best behaviour, which means Zench looks relaxed. The two babies due to be baptised in the next week are quiet. It’s nice to see Jarvie here, Mattias in Grendlik’s arms May 14 19:26:38 * Morgan smiles, looking back to Reverend Loewe May 14 19:28:58 *He looks to be in his element despite professing nerves at performing for such high guests* May 14 19:33:24 *It’s Varick’s turn first, and Edward, Mina, and Heinzharold are called up to be godparents. The pledges to support the child in his faith, to guide and protect him are straightforward, and all three look very proud as they do this. Then Morgan has to let him go so he stand on the step beside the font. Molly smiles at Morgan May 14 19:33:50 * Morgan smiles May 14 19:33:58 [he looks so grown up] May 14 19:36:00 * Molly nods, watching him fondly as the priest asks him if he consents to it May 14 19:36:21 [the first of our many children together...] May 14 19:36:55 * Morgan nods a little May 14 19:37:02 [sooner than we expected] May 14 19:37:24 [indeed] May 14 19:39:36 *Reverned Loewe makes the blessing and then makes the cross with water on Varick’s forehead before officially announcing him as Varick Karsten Eldreich Koertig, a member of the Congregation of Kempten. He looks very proud of himself when everyone claps for him* May 14 19:40:39 * Morgan smiles, clapping May 14 19:44:07 * Molly beams at him “Well done, Mauschen” May 14 19:44:32 *Varick comes to stand with her* May 14 19:45:39 Rev, to Morgan: Your Excellency, would you bring Emil forward? May 14 19:46:16 * Morgan nods, taking him from Molly and moving to the Reverend May 14 19:48:58 *Reverened Loewe Again goes through the ceremony, calling Inga, HH, and Edward. The audience are quiet, even those jammed in at the back and out in the courtyard. These three make the same promises, and watch on as Rev Loewe looks to Morgan, speaking quietly “Do you have a good hold of him, Your Excellency? Sometimes they think it’s an invitation to bathe” May 14 19:49:22 * Morgan smiles, shifting him slightly before nodding May 14 19:51:58 *Reverened Loewe makes the cross on Emil’s head. Though some babies protest, Emil just grins. Morgan can see how the smiling boy makes others smile too* May 14 19:53:39 * Morgan smiles at him, speaking quietly May 14 19:53:44 Good lad May 14 19:57:01 *Emil looks at him “Vah-ee” May 14 19:58:45 *Rev Loewe smiles at them before welcoming Emil Zareen Koertig to the congregation. There’s more clapping. Everyone looks pleased for them, and Molly looks a little relieved. At least until there’s the very faint sound of a metal windchime* May 14 19:58:59 * Morgan glances around May 14 20:06:32 *there’s nothing to see, as usual, and no one else seems to have noticed. Reverned Loewe announces that anyone wishing to take communion is welcome to. With Faulk and Maubourg being Vaticine, this will put Morgan and Molly at the front of the queue May 14 20:06:59 * Morgan nods, getting himself into place to receive communion May 14 20:12:34 *it’s straightforward, and the third time he’s had Reverned Loewe do this. Inga has Emil so Molly can cue. Whilst he drinks the wine, he hears Emil say “Guh! Ow!” May 14 20:13:17 * Morgan nearly coughs May 14 20:13:50 *Rev Loewe whispers* He looks fine, your Excellency May 14 20:14:04 * Morgan nods, swallowing May 14 20:14:08 He wants to get down... May 14 20:15:14 *Rev Loewe nods, giving him the wafer before saying the brief blessing* May 14 20:16:07 * Morgan takes it, bowing his head before moving out of the way May 14 20:16:38 * Molly takes her turn. Emil spots Morgan “Vah-eee Ow!” May 14 20:16:55 * Morgan goes to take him from Inga May 14 20:17:59 *She smiles, handing him over. She quietly says* It’ll only be six months before you’re doing this again! May 14 20:18:38 * Morgan nods, smiling May 14 20:18:49 Much sooner than we expected May 14 20:20:49 *Inga nods, smiling whilst Emil fidgets* For us too May 14 20:21:14 * Morgan nods, waiting for Molly to be finished with communion before letting Emil down May 14 20:24:22 *there’s not much space for this with most people queuing now, but Emil tries to hold his hands to walk May 14 20:25:04 * Morgan holds onto his hands, guiding him towards Maubourg May 14 20:28:03 *This means squeezing past people, but it’s doable. Maubourg is with his wife, Faulk, Heidi and Zench May 14 20:30:43 My Lord Maubourg... before we leave the church, I'd like a word May 14 20:31:56 *Maubourg nods* Yes, Your Excellency May 14 20:33:33 * Morgan nods, making his way back to his own place May 14 20:33:56 *Emil wants to keep moving* May 14 20:35:18 Hang on little lamb, soon as we're outside there'll be more space May 14 20:36:29 * Molly comes over, and he says Bees! May 14 20:36:57 Oh not yet little man May 14 20:38:03 * Molly smiles “Oh dear! He definitely takes after his Godfather, hmm?” May 14 20:38:13 * Morgan nods May 14 20:38:14 Absolutely May 14 20:41:04 *Emil tries to keep walking even when Verity and Adalbrecht come to them* May 14 20:41:23 Ad: Both boys are now officially Koertigs May 14 20:41:44 * Morgan nods May 14 20:41:46 Yes my lord May 14 20:42:59 V: It’s lovely you gave Emil his birth mother’s name as an honour name, dear boy May 14 20:43:29 It felt fitting... she's his middle mother... May 14 20:47:38 Ad: What is the difference? *he crouches down to smile at boy* May 14 20:48:26 In their culture when a couple want a child but cannot conceive, a middle mother carries the baby to birth before the baby joins its family... May 14 20:50:09 *Ad nods. Emil leans towards him* May 14 20:52:07 * Morgan smiles, watching him May 14 20:53:15 *Emil tries to let go of Morgan’s hands* May 14 20:53:31 * Morgan carefully lets go May 14 20:53:36 [Blossom... watch...] May 14 20:57:22 * Molly has Mattias in her arms when she turns to look. Emil stands still, looking at Adalbrecht May 14 20:58:06 *Adalbrecht holds his hands just out of reach* Walk to Grandpa, come on... May 14 20:58:48 *Emil is grinning, and manages to move one foot before he’s clearly about to go over* May 14 20:59:50 * Morgan moves to catch him, letting him fall a little May 14 21:00:24 *Emil chuckles* May 14 21:00:47 Ad: When you come to Sudlachenburg we’ll get you walking May 14 21:00:55 It won't be long May 14 21:01:48 Ve: It took you a few days once you were trying to step. Edward was longer though May 14 21:02:16 Too busy thinking about dresses, I imagine May 14 21:02:22 Ad: That’s because Morgan used to just carry him places that he thought Edward wished to go. May 14 21:02:42 *Verity smiles fondly* They were such dear boys May 14 21:02:57 * Morgan smiles May 14 21:04:50 *Edward joins them, Florrie in his arms* May 14 21:05:11 Ed: That went well, brother May 14 21:05:26 * Morgan nods May 14 21:05:28 I thought so May 14 21:05:31 F: No church bath, just wash faces! May 14 21:05:50 No, sweetheart, the water wasn't warm enough for a bath May 14 21:08:20 *Adalbrecht looks at Edward and his daughter, nodding a little* She has Koertig eyes. May 14 21:08:42 *Edward smiles, he looks proud* Yes, Father, she does May 14 21:09:41 * Morgan smiles a little, watching them May 14 21:11:02 *Florrie hides against Edward* May 14 21:11:48 *Varick meanwhile is off with his friends, under Theresa and James’ supervision May 14 21:13:29 * Morgan looks round to gauge the queue for communion May 14 21:14:39 *it’s still sizeable as those from outside want to be part of the day and see the noble family May 14 21:15:48 We'll be here for some time May 14 21:17:47 *Adalbrecht stands up. Emil holds his hands up “Pa uh!” May 14 21:18:28 *Adalbrecht smiles* Did he just call me ‘Pa?! May 14 21:18:59 * Morgan nods May 14 21:20:57 *Adalbrecht grins, picking him up* You can call me that whenever you like May 14 21:21:39 F: *she peeks around, then hides again* May 14 21:21:47 You alright sweetheart? May 14 21:23:51 F: loud. people. May 14 21:24:17 * Morgan looks at her thoughtfully for a moment May 14 21:24:48 [do you think you could reduce Florries hearing a bit? She's a bit overwhelmed] May 14 21:25:42 [definitely] May 14 21:25:55 Alright sweetheart, we'll help you okay? May 14 21:27:11 *Florrie nods* May 14 21:27:22 Ed: Maybe I should take her outside May 14 21:29:44 Find a quiet corner, Molly will aid her... May 14 21:30:27 *Edward takes her to one side* May 14 21:31:04 *Adalbrecht has Emil on his hip, and Verity is watching him wistfully* May 14 21:31:26 * Molly takes Mattias with her when she goes to Edward and Florrie* May 14 21:36:32 *His neck prickles after a few moments * May 14 21:37:04 * Morgan watches his father, smiling May 14 21:38:46 *Adalbrecht is busy explaining quietly to Emil who the various nobles are* May 14 21:43:51 [all done, my love] May 14 21:44:29 [Thank you my love] May 14 21:46:31 [you’re welcome, as always] May 14 21:47:59 *Molly, Edward, and Florrie rejoin them. The congregants do seem to be wanting mostly to be present and part of the event, all quietly admiring their outfits as they go. Reverend Loewe joins them* May 14 21:48:17 RL: I hope that was acceptable, Your Excellency May 14 21:48:31 * Morgan smiles May 14 21:48:40 Definitely, Reverend... it was a lovely service May 14 21:50:54 *The priest looks pleased* I am glad to hear it. I hope everyone could hear me right to the back. Our acoustics are not what they once were* May 14 21:51:34 * Morgan nods May 14 21:51:39 In time we'll work on that May 14 21:54:25 RL: We are always grateful for any donations to the repair and upkeep for the roof, from all parishioners May 14 21:55:01 * Molly glances at Morgan, giving him a little smile* May 14 21:55:06 * Morgan nods May 14 21:55:29 I think we'll spend a bit of time outside, let the people get to us May 14 21:57:04 *the other people have all filed out now. Maubourg is waiting, however May 14 21:57:23 * Morgan excuses himself, going to Maubourg May 14 21:59:51 * Molly is now known as Maubourg May 14 22:00:08 * Morgan speaks quietly May 14 22:00:22 I have a little advice for you, my lord... May 14 22:02:12 Yes, your Excellency? May 14 22:02:50 * Morgan looks at him May 14 22:03:03 Go and tell the Reverend how his wife plays beautifully. May 14 22:04:52 * Maubourg looks uncomfortable May 14 22:04:59 Why should I want to do that? May 14 22:05:52 Because bridges are built one stone at a time May 14 22:08:31 I will do that, but no more. May 14 22:08:52 * Morgan nods May 14 22:09:00 I am not asking more. May 14 22:10:33 * Maubourg nods May 14 22:11:33 * Morgan smiles a little, laying a hand on his shoulder briefly May 14 22:11:38 It'll be worth it in time May 14 22:12:39 * Maubourg inclines his head briefly before approaching Reverned Loewe who is tidying off the altar May 14 22:13:20 * Morgan moves to one side, watching them May 14 22:17:03 *Reverned Loewe handles the brief, stilted comment from the Graf very gracefully. The interaction is brief, but not antagonistic * May 14 22:17:21 * Morgan nods to himself, going over to Molly May 14 22:18:59 * Maubourg is now known as Molly May 14 22:19:08 * Molly has followed the others outside May 14 22:19:41 * Morgan wanders outside May 14 22:21:16 *Molly is easy to find in the churchyard by the sparkle and colour of her gown. She’s talking to the Freiarr’s wives, Mina with her* May 14 22:22:37 * Morgan looks around May 14 22:23:02 *it’s very busy out here, warm but not too hot* May 14 22:24:52 * Morgan wanders about, greeting people May 14 22:26:17 *Everyone seems nice, all deferential and congratulating him. No one seems quite sure whether they are also welcome at the party* May 14 22:26:47 [it seems people aren't sure if they're welcome at the party. I'm going to set that straight] May 14 22:27:39 [yes please, or we’ll have more food than we know what to do with!] May 14 22:27:54 * Morgan nods slightly, setting about reassuring people they are welcome May 14 22:30:18 *The people seem excited and grateful. He hears Emil shout Mama Bees! from where he is with Adalbrecht May 14 22:30:36 [I think... he's waited quite patiently] May 14 22:31:03 [yes, let’s go home with our boys] May 14 23:27:02 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) May 14 23:33:13 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep)