**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Mon Jun 10 18:52:20 2024 Jun 10 18:52:20 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jun 10 18:58:35 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Jun 10 18:58:46 How about the one where I know it is uncomfortable for you to be hard in the saddle? Jun 10 18:58:46 * Morgan nods Jun 10 18:58:46 That is true... Jun 10 18:58:46 * Molly nods Jun 10 18:58:46 tHere’s always... *she sends him another image. she’s stood behind a table with three vases, flowers in the outer two just curving over to cover her nipples, and then the other much shorter, barely covering her mound, her belly huge and with a very dark tan line up it Jun 10 18:58:49 Not so keen on that from an aesthetic point of view Jun 10 18:58:52 why not Jun 10 18:58:54 * Morgan shrugs a little, yawning Jun 10 18:58:56 Not sure... just doesn't grab me the way the first does Jun 10 18:58:57 * Molly giggles Jun 10 18:59:00 it doesn’t make you want to grab yourself in the same way? Jun 10 18:59:02 Not quite what I meant... but no... Jun 10 18:59:38 * Molly nods, still soft and relaxed in his arms Jun 10 18:59:48 you’ll think of something Jun 10 18:59:52 * Morgan nods Jun 10 18:59:57 I'll think about it Jun 10 19:00:10 I don’t doubt it Jun 10 19:01:45 * Molly gently strokes his chest “what is it that this does for you?” Jun 10 19:02:18 its... relaxing... Jun 10 19:02:38 having me spent and replete? Jun 10 19:03:08 Having you... this vulnerable. Jun 10 19:03:21 interesting... Jun 10 19:03:37 Is it? Jun 10 19:04:00 mmhmm... you think I am not always vulnerable? Jun 10 19:04:12 * Morgan shakes his head Jun 10 19:04:13 no Jun 10 19:04:29 how so, my love? Jun 10 19:05:16 You're always guarded to some degree... Jun 10 19:05:59 I suppose so... Jun 10 19:06:14 * Morgan nods Jun 10 19:06:31 But not like this... Jun 10 19:08:08 * Morgan nods Jun 10 19:09:52 it’s nice Jun 10 19:10:14 * Morgan nods Jun 10 19:10:16 Yes it is Jun 10 19:12:30 * Molly kisses his chest softly Jun 10 19:12:56 it’s also somewhat nerve-wracking, now that I think on it... Jun 10 19:13:10 Why? Jun 10 19:14:42 What if I say the wrong thing, or hurt your feelings? Jun 10 19:14:54 * Morgan shakes his head Jun 10 19:14:58 You don't need to worry about that Jun 10 19:16:23 * Molly nods “I’ll do my best... but perhaps I need a little more relaxing...” *he can feel her smile against his skin* Jun 10 19:16:45 * Morgan kisses her forehead Jun 10 19:17:02 No, I think you're quite relaxed Jun 10 19:17:38 * Molly giggles softly Jun 10 19:17:56 I do have a reputation to maintain thought Jun 10 19:18:13 * Morgan nods Jun 10 19:21:02 * Molly stays close, fingers still idle on his chest Jun 10 19:21:14 Would you prefer me this way always? Jun 10 19:21:27 I would... but it is not practical... Jun 10 19:23:00 no... Jun 10 19:26:57 I used to be softer, like this, more often? Jun 10 19:27:20 In some ways... you were always more guarded though Jun 10 19:28:32 * Molly nods a little, but says nothing Jun 10 19:28:51 We were not where we are now Jun 10 19:30:11 no, we weren’t Jun 10 19:32:38 * Molly links her fingers with his Jun 10 19:33:13 I want to promise I’ll be this way more often, but I suspect you’d prefer I don’t Jun 10 19:33:38 Its not a promise you can guarantee to keep my love Jun 10 19:34:21 No, and it would not be as genuine Jun 10 19:34:42 No... Jun 10 19:35:54 And that’s what you truly want... me, genuine. Jun 10 19:36:15 * Morgan nods Jun 10 19:36:19 Yes, it is Jun 10 19:36:54 * Molly nods Jun 10 19:37:20 Not trying to be someone I’m not Jun 10 19:37:42 * Morgan nods Jun 10 19:37:43 quite Jun 10 19:38:16 * Molly nods Jun 10 19:40:32 * Molly lies quietly in his arms, just stroking his chest Jun 10 19:42:20 * Morgan yawns Jun 10 19:43:51 Are you wishing to sleep?! Jun 10 19:44:19 You do not find this... restful? Jun 10 19:44:53 I do, it’s just... I thought you’d need... Jun 10 19:48:02 This is giving me something more... fundamental Jun 10 19:48:42 You, my darling, are rather a perplexing man. *she nuzzles his chest* Jun 10 19:48:51 Am I? Jun 10 19:49:35 mmhmm. Most men wouldn’t find this so satisfying Jun 10 19:49:45 * Morgan shrugs Jun 10 19:49:46 Their loss Jun 10 19:51:01 * Molly nods Jun 10 19:51:17 If I am satisfying you, that is enough Jun 10 19:51:29 * Morgan nods Jun 10 19:51:30 You are Jun 10 19:51:58 * Molly nods Jun 10 19:52:31 alright then, liebling Jun 10 19:54:08 perhaps... to fully understand... it would be an idea to listen to my heart Jun 10 19:54:29 * Molly shuffles a little, ear over his heart Jun 10 19:54:53 * Morgan 's heart rate is a good 1/3rd slower than normal when at rest Jun 10 19:55:18 ohhh... Jun 10 19:56:27 That is easier to understand? Jun 10 19:57:42 Yes... Jun 10 19:58:15 But? Jun 10 19:58:50 Do you know what I hear? Jun 10 19:58:57 What? Jun 10 19:59:42 * Molly taps his chest gently in time with his heart “Mol-ly... Mol-ly...” Jun 10 20:00:13 * Morgan smiles, nodding slowly Jun 10 20:01:18 * Molly nods, staying with where she was, listening Jun 10 20:02:19 * Morgan lays still, closing his eyes and breathing Jun 10 20:03:05 * Molly quietly says “your son is stirring” Jun 10 20:04:30 * Morgan smiles Jun 10 20:04:34 Active little lad Jun 10 20:04:43 mmm... Jun 10 20:08:22 * Morgan lays quietly Jun 10 20:08:49 * Molly soon sounds like she’s fallen asleep in his arms Jun 10 20:09:07 * Morgan tries to settle Jun 10 20:10:37 *he starts to dream. The Wolfblood nickname has stuck, and when he'd left the ten survivors in the medical tents in Dorff they'd all called him it in their good-natured farewells. Everyone was going to be okay now, the medics pronouncing his care excellent. MTF Jun 10 20:10:58 The brewer's son DeeDee had been in and out of the camp with supplies, bringing Morgan some of the light and toasted Miner's Knock as he'd filled in the report for the nearest Command Post in Tannen, where he'd only left the Academy two years ago, and where his 14 year old brother Edward now is. MTF Jun 10 20:11:33 He'd been able to drink the ale frequently as they waited for the men to be ready, but before they were he'd had two letters from Mina, the first acknowledging his post script about his private moments with pleasure MTF Jun 10 20:11:59 *He gets a second letter two weeks after the fight in his tent in the camp, a decent size with a bed as well as a table and chair. It's midafternoon, he's spent most of the day training and visiting the men, so it's nice to have some time.* DONE Jun 10 20:13:05 * Morgan pours himself a drink before opening the letter Jun 10 20:14:01 *It says “Dear Morgan, I'm pleased to hear your men are healing well. I have had prayers said each Sunday for those you lost. I am gladdened that your new accommodations are comfortable. MTF Jun 10 20:14:26 *I will speak to my Father about coming to Dorff to see you, if you are to remain there the next two weeks as you expect. I am well, Danvers is still giving me odd looks when your name is mentioned. I don't think she will ever forget that! MTF Jun 10 20:15:26 *I have thought of you in my private moments three times since your last letter arrived. I am hopeful that you have thought of me also. I miss you. I will write again when I know our plans. Love, Mina* DONE Jun 10 20:16:06 * Morgan smiles, packing the letter away Jun 10 20:16:33 *There's the sound of approaching boots behind where his tent flap is shut* Fuchs: Koertig, a moment? Jun 10 20:16:43 * Molly is now known as Fuchs Jun 10 20:16:49 * Morgan opens the flap, stepping outside Jun 10 20:16:52 Yes sir? Jun 10 20:17:45 * Fuchs looks tidy Jun 10 20:17:49 Command have requested you go to them in person. Jun 10 20:18:27 * Morgan looks concerned Jun 10 20:18:38 Me, sir? Might I ask if you know why? Jun 10 20:19:47 I suspect they are considering what to do with the remainder of your unit now that Kauffmann is dead Jun 10 20:20:24 * Morgan nods Jun 10 20:20:46 I'll send a letter to my wife explaining I'm on the move then I'll move out Jun 10 20:21:46 * Fuchs nods “You will be returning here afterwards. A word of advice to you… “ Jun 10 20:22:17 Sir? Jun 10 20:23:12 Do not be too humble. You did an exceptional job, and if you would like it to be remembered in your future career you should not shy away from claiming that success. Jun 10 20:23:31 * Morgan nods a little Jun 10 20:23:46 *The rest of the camp is busy, men going about their chores and no one paying them attention* Jun 10 20:23:49 Its difficult, sir... claiming a success where so many fell Jun 10 20:25:20 All of them would have died without you Jun 10 20:25:39 * Morgan nods a little, looking at the ground Jun 10 20:25:48 Yes sir. I'll be on my way as quickly as I can Jun 10 20:27:26 * Fuchs put his hand on his shoulder “Tell them with the pride you’d have told them with if it had been your friend in your place” Jun 10 20:27:46 * Morgan nods Jun 10 20:27:49 I'll try sir Jun 10 20:29:08 * Fuchs nods, walking away before saying “Koertig?” Jun 10 20:29:19 Sir? Jun 10 20:29:51 You can get there in three long days, and your wife in four. Jun 10 20:30:32 A slight detour at the start of my return sir? Jun 10 20:31:43 Maybe a couple of nights honeymoon in Tannen. I’ll see you in ten days. *he smiles a little before walking off* Jun 10 20:32:06 * Morgan smiles, going back into his tent to pack his things Jun 10 20:35:46 *He picks a tavern in the city, one he knew from brief evenings out from the Academy. He’d written to her of the day he’d arrive, estimating she’s arrive the following day, once his meeting was done. It means he’ll have to spend a night alone there. He goes to check in. the man at the desk smartly dressed Jun 10 20:35:57 * Fuchs is now known as deskman Jun 10 20:36:54 * Morgan inclines his head Jun 10 20:37:05 Excuse me... I've requested rooms... Jun 10 20:38:04 Your name, sir? Jun 10 20:38:18 Koertig Jun 10 20:38:28 * deskman nods Jun 10 20:38:40 I have it. Two rooms, my Lord? Jun 10 20:38:55 Just one... Jun 10 20:41:12 * deskman nods “My apologies, someone assumed you would want a separate room for your wife” Jun 10 20:41:22 * Morgan smiles Jun 10 20:41:28 Never understood that... Jun 10 20:43:11 it is what our guests want, my Lord Jun 10 20:43:28 * Morgan shrugs Jun 10 20:43:30 Their choice Jun 10 20:44:54 * deskman nods Jun 10 20:45:22 Will Lady Koertig need help from your carriage? Jun 10 20:45:51 Ah, no, she's due tomorrow, I think... I've come from a different direction Jun 10 20:46:28 * deskman nods Jun 10 20:47:25 Are there any special arrangements you would like for your stay? I see you are staying three nights with us? Jun 10 20:47:41 No, nothing out of the ordinary Jun 10 20:48:59 * deskman nods, handing him a key Jun 10 20:49:16 Room Seventeen, my Lord. Dinner is at seven Jun 10 20:49:28 * Morgan thanks him, taking the key and going to find his room Jun 10 20:52:26 *It’s very nice, a big wardrobe for any dresses she might be bringing with her, a large bed too. Aside from his meeting tomorrow, he has nothing else to do in Tannen until he has to go back to the camp* Jun 10 20:53:27 * Morgan gets cleaned up from the road before heading out for a walk Jun 10 20:57:44 *As he’s walking through the tavern, he hears the pop of a champagne cork, and a young man, definitely young enough to be in the Academy say* Really, it’s not something we have to celebrate! *Another says* That’s what she said! *And then he hears his brother say* It’s all over my hands and lap! *The second says* Yes, that’s -definitely- what she said! Jun 10 20:59:51 * Morgan turns, walking toward the voices Jun 10 21:01:47 *Edward is pouring the champagne for two other boys of his age, one dark and already handsome, the other blonde, geeky, and wearing spectacles* It took you so long it deserves celebrating, Zench. *The dark one says* Tiggy and I were beginning to think you and Mary Palm were monogamous! Jun 10 21:02:47 * Morgan watches them discreetly Jun 10 21:04:13 *Zench blushes a little, pushing up his spetacles* You weren’t much ahead of me, and I couldn’t really ask about a Friendly Maid at my Godfather’s house, could I?! Jun 10 21:05:05 *The dark haired one shrugs* If Tiggy could manage it in -his- house... Jun 10 21:05:21 * deskman is now known as Edward Jun 10 21:06:29 * Edward hands out the glasses. They do look young to Morgan, because he knows their likely ages, but they carry themselves with a confidence of young men rather than adolescents* Jun 10 21:07:37 * Morgan goes to the bar to get a drink, surreptitiously watching them Jun 10 21:10:00 *The dark haired one proposes a toast to Friendly Maids, and to friendship, which the other two join in on. They drink.* Jun 10 21:11:04 * Morgan carries his drink toward them Jun 10 21:11:11 I'm sorry to interrupt gentlemen... Jun 10 21:12:52 *The others simply stand and bow politely, no idea who this other nobleman is. Edward looks more wary as he also inclines his head “Good evening, Morgan.” Jun 10 21:13:07 * Morgan smiles a little Jun 10 21:13:12 Edward... its good to see you Jun 10 21:15:42 * Edward nods, but is a little watchful “May I introduce you to my friends?” Jun 10 21:15:54 * Morgan nods Jun 10 21:15:57 Please, do Jun 10 21:18:56 * Edward gestures to the dark haired one “Lord Mattias Pottersdam, and Lord Hendrick Zenchlerin. My Lords, my brother Veisgraf Morgan Koertig” Jun 10 21:19:12 * Morgan inclines his head Jun 10 21:19:15 gentlemen Jun 10 21:22:26 Potts: will you join us for a glass of champagne, my Lord? Jun 10 21:22:54 * Morgan looks at Edward briefly Jun 10 21:23:00 Thank you but... I wouldn't wish to intrude Jun 10 21:24:37 * Edward smiles “It’s fine, brother, join us” Jun 10 21:24:53 * Morgan nods, smiling, finding a seat Jun 10 21:26:18 * Edward pours for him, then hands him a glass Jun 10 21:26:59 Potts: We’re celebrating our friend’s introduction to manhood Jun 10 21:27:48 Oh? Jun 10 21:28:07 *Zench takes off his spectacles to polish them, still blushing a little* It was nothing, really Jun 10 21:28:41 Potts smiles: Just his first evening drop in with a Friendly Maid... Jun 10 21:28:56 Excuse me... with a what? Jun 10 21:29:00 * Edward sips his champagne, watching his brother surreptitiously Jun 10 21:29:28 *Potts chuckles* Is he pulling our leg, Tiggy? Jun 10 21:30:00 * Edward shrugs “I couldn’t say, actually. Morgan, do you really not know what that is?” Jun 10 21:30:13 I've absolutely no idea Jun 10 21:31:38 Potts goes to open his mouth, but Edward gives him a little shake of the head. Zench doesn’t see this without his glasses, so says “It’s when a maid comes to tuck you in at night, and does for you what you’d probably do for yourself, my Lord” Jun 10 21:32:19 * Edward tops off his champagne, not looking at Morgan, but Potts is watching between the brothers Jun 10 21:32:27 I'm afraid I don't... understand Jun 10 21:33:33 Potts chuckles: When she... *he makes a gesture much like Morgan would to himself in his most private moments* Jun 10 21:33:51 * Edward rubs his brow Jun 10 21:33:53 * Morgan blushes Jun 10 21:34:36 *Zench put his glasses back on* I was shocked at first too, my Lord Jun 10 21:34:47 * Morgan looks at Edward Jun 10 21:35:00 Is he having me on? Jun 10 21:35:11 No, brother, he isn’t Jun 10 21:35:24 And... there's one at -home-?! Jun 10 21:35:37 I am not telling you. Jun 10 21:35:54 * Morgan frowns Jun 10 21:35:55 Why? Jun 10 21:36:15 Because you’ll tell Father, and she will get into trouble. Jun 10 21:36:27 * Morgan looks annoyed Jun 10 21:36:37 I see. Jun 10 21:36:50 P: he’ll also string Tiggy up for it Jun 10 21:37:00 * Morgan puts his glass down Jun 10 21:37:10 Shut up, Potts. That’s not it! Jun 10 21:37:27 You do not trust me... I understand. I won't intrude on your time any further Jun 10 21:37:36 * Morgan stands up, brushing himself off Jun 10 21:37:49 * Edward grabs his sleeve “Wait!” Jun 10 21:39:24 What, Edward? Jun 10 21:41:01 How long are you here? Can we talk about this somewhere private? Jun 10 21:41:31 * Morgan watches him for a moment Jun 10 21:41:44 I'm here alone tonight, Mina is joining me tomorrow I think Jun 10 21:41:59 * Edward nods Jun 10 21:42:10 then you have some rooms already? Jun 10 21:42:16 I have -a- room Jun 10 21:43:39 *Edward nods* Mina will come tomorrow Jun 10 21:44:02 That is my hope, yes Jun 10 21:44:30 *Neither of Edwards friends say anything about this, both trying to keep a low profile, though in the way of teen boys he knows they’re probably smirking a little* Jun 10 21:44:40 Let us go upstairs to talk then Jun 10 21:44:59 I don't want to interrupt your time with your friends when you are celebrating Jun 10 21:47:31 * Edward stuffs his hands in his pockets Jun 10 21:47:36 Please, Morgan. Jun 10 21:47:46 * Morgan nods Jun 10 21:47:48 alright Jun 10 21:49:36 * Edward nods, excusing them but snatching up the champagne bottle “lead the way.” Jun 10 21:49:55 * Morgan nods, inclining his head to the others before heading to his room Jun 10 21:51:27 * Edward follows, and then looks around it Jun 10 21:51:55 It’s nice, better than our dorm beds Jun 10 21:52:13 * Morgan nods Jun 10 21:52:19 I remember... better than most places I've slept lately Jun 10 21:53:22 * Edward nods Jun 10 21:53:37 I want to hear all of that, of course Jun 10 21:54:43 Its.... Rough. Jun 10 21:55:08 * Edward nods Jun 10 21:55:20 Do you wish to resolve our conflict first? Jun 10 21:56:03 If you would like Jun 10 21:56:35 * Edward goes over to the tiny mirror in the room, examining his jaw line Jun 10 21:57:06 I did not intend to offend you Jun 10 21:57:21 I wasn't offended... I was hurt Jun 10 21:58:04 * Edward looks around before sitting on the end of Morgan’s bed and swigging the champagne Jun 10 21:58:29 You’d feel honour-bound to tell Father, thinking to protect me Jun 10 21:59:13 yes... but... he'd have a fit, and Id rather avoid that Jun 10 22:00:39 * Edward nods, offering him the bottle Jun 10 22:00:56 * Morgan takes it, swigging some before handing it back Jun 10 22:01:01 He would. He’d turn her out, and her family need her wage Jun 10 22:03:06 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:04:20 Yes, there’s a Friendly Maid, and I -could- tell you who, if you really need to know Jun 10 22:04:53 I... don't like not knowing. I'm more than a little disturbed that I didn't Jun 10 22:06:10 Maybe she didn’t think you needed one Jun 10 22:06:27 * Morgan shrugs Jun 10 22:06:50 * Edward drinks another mouthful before handing it back Jun 10 22:06:55 I am just less... worldly I imagine. Jun 10 22:07:03 * Morgan nods, drinking some Jun 10 22:07:13 Not by now. You’ve been married a year Jun 10 22:07:28 I still didn't even know it was a thing Jun 10 22:07:48 Now you think we’re all disgusting perverts? Jun 10 22:08:47 Don't be absurd. I don't agree with it, but... I'm a sailor, I can hardly claim men are controlled and chaste... Jun 10 22:09:57 At least it’s with girls, probably better than some of those men do! Jun 10 22:10:18 I'm happy to admit I wouldn't really know Jun 10 22:10:59 * Edward nods Jun 10 22:11:28 Her name is Gina, and she’s one of Mother’s maids Jun 10 22:11:54 * Morgan nods, drinking again before holding it out Jun 10 22:11:56 I see Jun 10 22:12:59 * Edward takes it back Jun 10 22:13:25 It only happened over Prophets Mass break, not before, okay? Jun 10 22:13:35 * Morgan shrugs Jun 10 22:13:37 okay Jun 10 22:14:22 * Edward drinks a bit Jun 10 22:14:39 And it was her that offered, I didn’t make her or anything Jun 10 22:14:53 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:14:56 -that- is important Jun 10 22:15:06 * Edward nods Jun 10 22:15:25 And I gave her ten guilders, that’s more than most do Jun 10 22:16:16 * Morgan smiles a little Jun 10 22:16:22 I'll have to take your word for that Jun 10 22:16:40 * Edward nods Jun 10 22:17:15 Surely that sort of thing is going on in camps though? You have followers of the drum? Jun 10 22:18:10 Hard to follow ships about... and Kaufmann doesn't... didn't like having them about much. And I kept mostly to myself Jun 10 22:19:20 That’s why the Army is better than the Navy, at least we can meet girls Jun 10 22:19:35 * Morgan smiles Jun 10 22:19:56 I'lll let you keep thinking that Jun 10 22:20:51 You don’t need to meet girls, unless you’re planning on having a mistress or getting some personal help... Jun 10 22:21:40 No, I wouldn't do that Jun 10 22:22:13 I don’t think I would if I’d married Mina Hapsburg instead of you Jun 10 22:22:48 You'd have to be a fool Jun 10 22:23:04 * Edward takes another swig Jun 10 22:24:07 You really would. I’ve not yet met a more beautiful girl Jun 10 22:24:34 * Morgan nods, smiling Jun 10 22:25:14 * Edward hands h8m the bottle Jun 10 22:25:33 * Morgan takes it, drinking some Jun 10 22:25:50 So no lecture about me being too young to be engaging young women for pleasure? Jun 10 22:27:15 What good would it do? It'd annoy you and make you angry Jun 10 22:27:57 * Edward nods “You don’t feel like you should, on Father’s behalf?” Jun 10 22:28:41 Yes, I do... but that is the choice I have made Jun 10 22:29:09 * Edward nods Jun 10 22:29:38 I’m not sure if I’ll survive long enough to get married. Jun 10 22:30:15 It is a concern... but your training is good Jun 10 22:30:47 So is some of theirs. I’m good, but that’ll make no difference if they’re luckier. Jun 10 22:31:17 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:31:24 We can only do our best Jun 10 22:32:06 And prepare for the worst Jun 10 22:32:21 * Morgan ods Jun 10 22:32:26 That is the reality of war Jun 10 22:32:37 That’s why I’m not waiting for marriage. Jun 10 22:32:45 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:32:47 I understand Jun 10 22:32:57 * Edward looks surprised Jun 10 22:33:00 you do?! Jun 10 22:33:47 Its not what I would choose but I can see the sense in what you say Jun 10 22:34:30 * Edward nods Jun 10 22:34:57 You found your wife very quickly, I might not be so lucky Jun 10 22:35:34 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:35:42 I hope you do Jun 10 22:36:18 * Edward nods Jun 10 22:37:47 Then Father will be trying to explain to me everything I already know *Morgan’s own received wisdom from Adalbrecht last year had been so poor that Yensid had stepped in quietly, complete with sketches of the female genitals which had actually been very helpful indeed* Jun 10 22:38:05 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:38:25 Except he won't... I ended up getting guidance at the last moment from someone else Jun 10 22:38:36 * Edward laughs Jun 10 22:38:53 Did you then have to pass that knowledge back to Father? Jun 10 22:39:28 No, I kept that firmly to myself... I think he'd be upset if he realised his advice wasn't -that- much use Jun 10 22:39:43 How clueless were you?! Jun 10 22:40:02 Dangerously so Jun 10 22:40:10 * Edward chuckles Jun 10 22:40:26 Like, in danger of putting it in the wrong place?! Jun 10 22:40:57 possibly... or, more likely, letting my wife be disappointed Jun 10 22:41:10 * Edward nods Jun 10 22:41:27 -That- would be soul-destroying Jun 10 22:41:58 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:42:01 Quite so Jun 10 22:42:20 I want to get good at all of that before I get married too Jun 10 22:42:58 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:43:06 I never thought I'd say this but... talk to Yensid Jun 10 22:43:38 Yensid?! What woman would willingly have intercourse with him?! Jun 10 22:44:01 Suffice to say the advice he gave was gratefully received... Jun 10 22:44:22 * Edward blushes a little at this Jun 10 22:44:37 I might ask him Jun 10 22:45:01 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:45:59 You and I have no quarrel now? Jun 10 22:46:08 No, Edward, we don't Jun 10 22:46:15 * Edward nods Jun 10 22:46:26 I will remember to be extremely discreet Jun 10 22:46:38 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:46:54 Please do... I do not relish the idea of father finding out I knew Jun 10 22:47:27 I don’t think he’d even believe you knew what a hand job was. Jun 10 22:48:04 A what? Jun 10 22:48:21 * Edward looks exasperated Jun 10 22:48:33 when a woman brings you off with her hand Jun 10 22:48:41 * Morgan grins briefly Jun 10 22:48:53 I figured Jun 10 22:48:58 * Edward punches him in the arm Jun 10 22:49:18 You are an ass. Does your wife know she married the wrong brother? Jun 10 22:49:38 Aside from my not able to visit, she has no complaints Jun 10 22:49:50 * Edward grins Jun 10 22:50:00 She’ll never know what she missed out on Jun 10 22:50:30 I don't think that'll be bothering her Jun 10 22:51:04 You’ll be too busy explaining to her what a hand job is! Jun 10 22:51:25 No, she'll just be learning what the name for it is... Jun 10 22:51:40 * Edward looks shocked, then laughs raucously Jun 10 22:52:40 How did you get so lucky?! Jun 10 22:53:23 Something of a surprise to me too Jun 10 22:53:35 * Edward chuckles Jun 10 22:53:43 Much better than doing it yourself Jun 10 22:53:49 quite Jun 10 22:54:30 Come on, let’s go back to my friends, and you can tell us all what being in the inferior branch of the services is like Jun 10 22:54:52 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:54:54 Aye alright Jun 10 22:55:34 * Edward gets up, checking his face again Jun 10 22:55:44 Is something wrong with your face? Jun 10 22:56:26 No, the dorm master taught me to shave last week, and I’ve been practicing Jun 10 22:57:19 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:57:30 Haven't sliced your face off, you're doing okay Jun 10 22:57:40 * Edward nods, smiling Jun 10 22:57:59 Mother will be proud that I’m that age now Jun 10 22:58:31 * Morgan nods Jun 10 22:58:33 Yes she will Jun 10 22:58:54 *he suddenly does seem so young to be this far from home, egging his mates along with sexual experiences, and buying champagne* Jun 10 22:59:45 Father will be glad I’m nearly ready to do my part in the War Jun 10 23:00:29 He'd much rather we didn't have to Jun 10 23:00:39 * Edward nods Jun 10 23:00:47 We have to see it through to the end Jun 10 23:01:08 * Morgan nods Jun 10 23:01:09 We do Jun 10 23:01:57 * Edward heads out of the room with him, champagne nearly half empty already “Can I bring my friends tomorrow to meet Mina?” Jun 10 23:02:52 Maybe, yes... we have some catching up to do and seeing her will ease whatever reporting to command throws at me Jun 10 23:03:10 You’ll need to eat Jun 10 23:03:15 * Morgan nods Jun 10 23:03:19 yes... Jun 10 23:03:34 so we could have dinner with you Jun 10 23:05:37 * Morgan nods Jun 10 23:05:41 I'd like that Jun 10 23:05:46 * Edward nods Jun 10 23:05:57 You’ll just send the bill to Father, yes? Jun 10 23:06:07 * Morgan smiles Jun 10 23:06:20 I'm sure he'd happily pay it knowing we shared a meal Jun 10 23:06:27 * Edward nods Jun 10 23:06:55 It’s just that I’m already pockets to let from this quarter’s allowance, you see Jun 10 23:07:21 Why? Jun 10 23:07:48 Champagne isn’t cheap, nor is wagering on boxing Jun 10 23:08:09 Why are you wagering on boxing? Moreover, why are you losing? Jun 10 23:09:36 Because that’s what the boys in school do, and because I think Potts is better than he actually is, and because the first bout Zench had was against a boy with only one arm, and he -still- wet himself before getting knocked out Jun 10 23:10:16 Yes, I see... Jun 10 23:10:52 If you could spot me twenty guilders until the beginning of the next quarter... Jun 10 23:11:07 Twenty?! Jun 10 23:11:21 yes Jun 10 23:11:45 * Morgan sighs Jun 10 23:11:49 Fine, fine. Jun 10 23:12:48 Thank you, Morgan. Oh, and if they call you a Fish Fucker, it’s only because you’re Navy, not because they really believe it Jun 10 23:13:42 Thats fine... I might remind them they're mudhumpers Jun 10 23:13:55 * Edward laughs Jun 10 23:14:13 That’s fine Jun 10 23:20:02 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jun 10 23:29:23 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Jun 10 23:30:12 * Molly is now known as Edward Jun 10 23:32:00 * mads (~mads@192.168.1.228) has joined Jun 10 23:32:07 * mads is now known as MorganK Jun 10 23:32:29 * MorganK follows Edward from the room Jun 10 23:33:20 * Edward heads back to the table in the noisier tavern where his two friends are waiting. They are studying Edward and his brother’s body language closely Jun 10 23:34:02 * MorganK waits until Edward has sat before sitting himself Jun 10 23:34:53 * Edward orders more drinks Jun 10 23:35:16 Zench: Have you been at War long, my Lord? Jun 10 23:35:49 about eighteen months Jun 10 23:36:06 Potts: Have you killed many men yet? Jun 10 23:36:23 More than I'd like... Jun 10 23:37:28 Z: What is it like out there? Jun 10 23:38:29 grim... though I daresay part of that is coloured by my previous commanding officer... Jun 10 23:39:22 Why? Jun 10 23:40:08 He had a particular dislike for me Jun 10 23:41:30 Z: What did you do? Jun 10 23:41:47 to make him hate me? Existing was the start of it I think Jun 10 23:42:22 Potts: This is about the same as my family feel for me Jun 10 23:42:36 oh? Jun 10 23:43:56 Potts smiles: I am the fourth child, I was surplus to requirements Jun 10 23:44:04 ah, I see Jun 10 23:45:10 * Edward looks to Morgan Jun 10 23:45:57 His brothers got to go to the Academy closer to their home, but Potts ended up here, with me Jun 10 23:46:13 Potts: Doubly unlucky, if you ask me. Jun 10 23:46:25 * MorganK shakes his head Jun 10 23:46:36 This is the best academy... so only unlucky once Jun 10 23:49:25 Zench: I only came here because my Godfather did, there are more closer to home Jun 10 23:49:50 * MorganK nods Jun 10 23:50:26 Potts: What brings you back to Tannen? Jun 10 23:50:53 I've been called to report directly to command... this was the closest command point Jun 10 23:51:12 Z: Are you in trouble? Jun 10 23:51:52 I don't believe so, no... there was an incident that ended up in three quarters of my platoon being lost. Jun 10 23:52:27 *all three of them look apologetic* Jun 10 23:52:44 That’s a lot to lose, brother Jun 10 23:52:51 * MorganK nods Jun 10 23:54:50 I'd been sent to resupply at Graben and take a days liberty... one of my men arrived and told us, Grendlik and I, that Captain Kaufmann had tried to attack a cavalry squad with rifles in a godawful storm. We set out immediately, and when we arrived... most were already dead, but we saved a few. I stood watch while Grendlik went for help... Jun 10 23:55:29 Z: In wet weather?! That’s crazy! Jun 10 23:55:51 *Potts nods* They teach you that in the first week Jun 10 23:56:00 * MorganK nods Jun 10 23:56:22 it wasn't a fight... it was slaughter Jun 10 23:56:46 What happened then? Jun 10 23:57:36 I heard noises and went to investigate... we were being stalked by three wolves... they attacked and I defended the wounded Jun 10 23:58:10 *they all look impressed by this* Jun 10 23:58:29 Maybe don’t tell Mother that bit? Jun 10 23:58:37 * MorganK nods Jun 10 23:58:58 * Edward grins “Definitely tell Father though, he’ll be very proud” Jun 10 23:59:06 you think so? Jun 10 23:59:34 * Edward nods Jun 10 23:59:46 Absolutely. I wish it had been me Jun 10 23:59:54 * MorganK looks at him