**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Tue Jun 11 00:00:08 2024 Jun 11 00:00:08 I'm glad it wasn't. I wouldn't want you, any of you, going through that Jun 11 00:00:51 We can handle it. Jun 11 00:01:18 Potts: If it meant my family being proud, it’d be worth it Jun 11 00:02:17 Z: I’m not that keen on the slaughter part, but I’d like to see a wolf Jun 11 00:02:42 not that close you wouldn't... nor would you like the stomach full of its blood I got Jun 11 00:03:26 That is disgusting Jun 11 00:03:34 * MorganK nods Jun 11 00:04:15 yes, it was. it wasn't what I intended, but killing the three of them... I ended up with the last one on top of me Jun 11 00:04:56 *Potts sniggers a moment before apologising* Jun 11 00:05:31 * Edward rolls his eyes, then looks to Morgan “You saved your men from them?” Jun 11 00:05:44 * MorganK nods Jun 11 00:05:51 just abouts... ten survived Jun 11 00:06:11 * Edward looks both impressed and proud “Well done, Morgan” Jun 11 00:06:22 * MorganK nods a little, drinking Jun 11 00:07:05 Z: Are you staying in Tannen long? Jun 11 00:07:13 * MorganK smiles Jun 11 00:07:22 a few days with my wife after I've reported tomorrow Jun 11 00:08:35 Z: I was going to say the theatre has some good renditions of Shakespeare, and there are some rarer manuscripts in the library near the Academy, but... Jun 11 00:08:45 but? Jun 11 00:09:02 Z: you’ll probably be very busy Jun 11 00:09:09 * MorganK nods Jun 11 00:09:17 *potts and Edward smirks at this* Jun 11 00:09:55 Morgan said we can come for dinner tomorrow and you can meet his wife Jun 11 00:10:23 Potts: Is she really as pretty as Tiggy goes on about? Jun 11 00:10:40 * MorganK glances at Edward Jun 11 00:10:42 oh really? Jun 11 00:10:57 * Edward blushes, then shrugs Jun 11 00:11:02 well, she is. Jun 11 00:11:17 * MorganK nods Jun 11 00:11:19 she really is Jun 11 00:12:01 Z: He says she’s calm and gentle too, and very formal Jun 11 00:12:07 * MorganK nods Jun 11 00:12:12 yes, she is Jun 11 00:12:28 P: So be on my best behaviour? Jun 11 00:13:09 I would be grateful Jun 11 00:15:59 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jun 11 00:16:20 *They chat for quite a while, and more drinks come. They’re clearly well-bonded, and tell Morgan plenty of stories about the tutors that Morgan also knows, the pranks that are being played, and about the news they’ve picked up of the War. They ask him a lot about his activities and battles* Jun 11 00:17:08 * MorganK tells them somewhat sanitised versions of those battles Jun 11 00:19:02 *Though Potts and Edward seem eager to have these adventures themselves, Zench seems to be much more bookish and interested in the way Morgan describes the situations, rather than the fighting itself. It quite the surprise when a bell is rung for nine o clock Jun 11 00:19:35 I suppose I'd best get bedded down... I've an early start tomorrow Jun 11 00:20:03 We have to get back on campus anyway, it’s bed check and lights out at ten Jun 11 00:20:32 P: If we’re lucky, Tiggy’s bed will have stopped squeaking by half past! Jun 11 00:20:44 * MorganK blushes Jun 11 00:20:56 * Edward punches his friend’s arm Jun 11 00:21:04 he’s just joking, Morgan Jun 11 00:21:19 * MorganK nods a little Jun 11 00:21:28 *Potts nods* It’ll be done by ten past Jun 11 00:21:54 Shut up! Seriously. Jun 11 00:22:34 *Zench smiles slightly, putting his coat on* It is abnormally squeaky though, my Lord Jun 11 00:23:03 no doubt Jun 11 00:23:21 *the others gather their things* Jun 11 00:23:42 Goodnight, brother, we’ll see you tomorrow at seven, or thereabouts Jun 11 00:23:49 * MorganK nods Jun 11 00:24:00 You will. Sleep well Jun 11 00:25:13 *they say goodnight. When they’re leaving he hears Zench say to his friends “We’re not going to be late for dinner, that’d be rude”. Edward says “Zench, it wasn’t leeway for us...” Jun 11 00:25:44 * MorganK smiles a little, finishing his drink before heading for his room Jun 11 00:27:31 *it seems very empty somehow without his brother’s presence, despite the fact that they haven’t spent this long together in years. He hadn’t known Edward had proper friends here at the Academy, he’d always seemed like he’d struggle when he’s not had friends in Sudlachenburg as Morgan had Heinzharold* Jun 11 00:27:57 * MorganK sighs thoughtfully as he gets ready for bed Jun 11 00:36:23 *it’s been, not including the nights in Graben, months since he’s slept in a nice comfortable bed, and he’s out like a light, not waking up til almost dawn, two hours before his meeting* Jun 11 00:36:56 * MorganK gets up and dressed before going to get some breakfast Jun 11 00:38:39 *It’s hot and fresh, much better than in the camps. He arrives on time to the Command HQ building, which was formerly a Solicitors office Jun 11 00:39:15 * MorganK walks in the main door, looking around Jun 11 00:39:52 *There’s two navymen in uniform at a desk, and one waiting to be seen* Jun 11 00:40:06 * MorganK approaches the desk, waiting his turn Jun 11 00:41:23 *the man in front of him also has an appointment, but twenty minutes after Morgan’s. Once their names are taken both of them are directed to seats to wait Jun 11 00:41:49 * MorganK sits, looking around Jun 11 00:42:10 *it’s sparse, no paintings to look at or books to read Jun 11 00:42:23 * MorganK looks at the other man, nodding to him Jun 11 00:42:36 *He nods back. He looks tired* Jun 11 00:42:42 long trip? Jun 11 00:42:50 * Edward is now known as man Jun 11 00:43:05 Very, I haven’t slept in days Jun 11 00:43:16 where are you coming from? Jun 11 00:43:34 down in Hainzl, you? Jun 11 00:43:47 Most recently, not far from Dorff Jun 11 00:44:14 * man nods Jun 11 00:44:28 Pretty country out there, good iron Jun 11 00:45:03 *A door opens, and someone calls* Lieutenant Commander Koertig Jun 11 00:45:24 * MorganK nods, standing Jun 11 00:45:29 here sir Jun 11 00:47:37 *He is motioned into a bigger room. There’s a table with three distinguished men sat behind it, and a chair in front of it. The man in the middle is a Rear Admiral. He must have spent too long with Edward and his friends because it strikes him that it sounds quite rude* Jun 11 00:47:48 * man is now known as RA Jun 11 00:48:02 * MorganK comes to a spot next to the chair, standing to attention Jun 11 00:48:16 Take a seat, Koertig Jun 11 00:48:30 * MorganK sits Jun 11 00:49:06 Your travel here was smooth? Jun 11 00:49:29 yes admiral Jun 11 00:50:05 We would like to hear your account of the incident from this report you sent us. Jun 11 00:50:16 *All three men are watching him* Jun 11 00:50:49 Was something unclear, Admiral? An area you wished me to focus on? Jun 11 00:51:38 No, just tell us and we will interject should we need to Jun 11 00:51:54 * MorganK nods Jun 11 00:53:49 I was given a days liberty on top of travel to Graben to resupply. There was an horrific storm and one of my comrades from my platoon turned up with news. He relayed that Captain Kaufmann had launched an attack on a cavalry unit with rifles during the storm and the men were taking a beating. Jun 11 00:54:04 * MorganK rubs his chin a moment Jun 11 00:55:56 we, Grendlik and I, set out immediately. Upon arriving we surveilled the area for the enemy and once we'd ascertained it was clear, moved in. A good number of the men were dead, but... some were alive, with the dead thrown atop them. We worked to put the dead a distance from the survivors, and erected a shelter and lit a fire. I sent Grendlik to get carts and medics, and stayed to stand watch over the survivors Jun 11 00:56:20 * RA nods Jun 11 00:56:41 Where do you think Captain Kaufmann went wrong? Jun 11 00:57:11 * MorganK considers it Jun 11 00:58:08 With respect to the dead, sir... arrogance. They teach us in the academy that rifles are somewhere near useless in heavy rain, and that storm was the worst I've ever known, but he attacked anyway. Jun 11 00:58:24 * RA nods Jun 11 00:59:31 Often people are busy trying to come up with clever points, and they forget the most simple. How would you have handled the situation had you been present? Jun 11 01:00:31 I would have done my best to impress upon the captain the folly of his plan and the cost... Jun 11 01:00:45 * RA nods Jun 11 01:01:07 what about if he had refused to see sense? Jun 11 01:01:25 * MorganK looks troubled Jun 11 01:02:05 I would have protected my platoon sir. Perhaps a demonstration that the weapon would not work... though, its no secret the captain had no time for me Jun 11 01:02:17 * RA nods Jun 11 01:02:29 Returning to your report, what occurred next? Jun 11 01:04:04 I tended the wounded as best I could... we lost another man soon after he had given me a letter for his family... infection. After moving him out, away from the survivors I heard... to put it plainly, I heard something creeping through the brush. I skirted around the site and encountered three wolves, preparing to attack Jun 11 01:04:38 How did you handle that? Jun 11 01:04:54 I distracted then attacked them sir Jun 11 01:05:03 * RA nods Jun 11 01:05:21 Your remaining men are still living? Jun 11 01:05:36 * MorganK nods, looking solemn Jun 11 01:06:03 the captain died as I was grappling with the wolves, but... ten in total sir, all to make a good recovery Jun 11 01:06:14 * RA nods Jun 11 01:06:35 With hindsight, how do you think you could have acted differently? Jun 11 01:09:24 I've given that a lot of thought... I could've spent more time securing the area, but I believe we'd have lost more men, and I might not have been in the right place to hear the wolves. I could've kept Grendlik for support, but the men needed medics, and keeping him there would've just made their deaths more likely... Jun 11 01:10:04 I think, all in all admiral, actions other than those I took would've resulted in less surviving Jun 11 01:10:22 * RA nods Jun 11 01:10:27 Very well Jun 11 01:10:56 * MorganK nods a little, waiting Jun 11 01:11:38 *he notices each of them rest their right hands on the desk before the rear admiral says Jun 11 01:12:42 We were very impressed with your handling of the situation. You took charge and led the men well. You should be proud of your actions and the lives you saved that day Jun 11 01:12:50 * MorganK nods Jun 11 01:12:54 Thank you sir Jun 11 01:14:24 Colonel Fuchs has recommended that you are promoted to Commander and given your remaining unit. You will be under the Colonel’s training for several months. Jun 11 01:14:45 * MorganK nods, smiling a little Jun 11 01:14:56 thank you sir. I'll be grateful for his guidance Jun 11 01:15:02 * RA nods Jun 11 01:16:08 Should that go well, we will be look at further promotion within the year. We have high hopes for you, Commander Koertig. *he stands, bringing Morgan a parcel* Jun 11 01:16:23 * MorganK stands, taking it Jun 11 01:16:27 thank you admiral Jun 11 01:17:11 This contains your rank bands and confirmation papers. I assume you will be rejoining your men in a few days? Jun 11 01:18:08 Yes sir... Colonel Fuchs has instructed me to take a few days with my wife, in light of recent events, then I'll be rejoining the men... -my- men Jun 11 01:18:47 * RA nods, shaking his hand “Enjoy your time, Commander “ Jun 11 01:18:56 * MorganK shakes his hand firmly Jun 11 01:18:59 thank you admiral Jun 11 01:19:05 * RA smiles Jun 11 01:19:11 You are dismissed Jun 11 01:19:37 * MorganK stands to attention before bowing his head and turning to walk from the room Jun 11 01:20:40 *He isn’t interrupted. The next man is called in as Morgan leaves the building. It’s cold but dry outside, Morgan’s small parcel under his arm* Jun 11 01:21:06 * MorganK has quit (Quit: Konversation terminated!) Jun 11 01:39:54 * RA has quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) Jun 11 07:59:17 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jun 11 09:22:01 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jun 11 17:42:14 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jun 11 17:52:48 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Jun 11 17:53:36 * Morgan looks down at the package for a moment before looking round Jun 11 17:54:43 *People are going about their business, not paying him attention. He’s near the Academy, but there aren’t many students out and about* Jun 11 17:55:32 * Morgan wanders aimlessly toward the academy Jun 11 17:57:16 *there are many memories here, especially when he sees a group of boys training. He can see Edward and him friends amongst them* Jun 11 17:57:48 * Morgan watches them practice, looking around for any of the teachers Jun 11 18:00:11 *he spots the teacher who was in charge of preparing the students likely to go into the Navy in Seafaring And Nautical Navigation, a man whose lessons he best liked* Jun 11 18:00:38 * Morgan looks around, considering going in Jun 11 18:01:09 *There’s no gates closed to stop him* Jun 11 18:03:20 * Morgan goes inside, moving cautiously around the training toward the teacher Jun 11 18:04:19 *Herr Essfer spots him, smiling* Jun 11 18:04:53 * Morgan smiles, approaching him Jun 11 18:06:04 * Molly is now known as Essfer Jun 11 18:06:19 * Essfer looks at Morgan’s uniform Jun 11 18:06:35 Good morning, Lieutenant Commander Koertig Jun 11 18:06:54 Herr Essfer. I hope I'm not interrupting? Jun 11 18:07:22 Not at all. Are you here to see your brother? Jun 11 18:08:18 * Morgan nods Jun 11 18:08:22 If thats alright... Jun 11 18:11:16 * Essfer calls Edward over, and the boy comes strolling over, looking confident and self-assured. He bows politely to Morgan “Morgan, good morning” Jun 11 18:11:47 * Morgan bows his head Jun 11 18:12:06 Edward... can we talk a moment? Jun 11 18:12:20 * Essfer is now known as Edward Jun 11 18:12:48 * Edward bows to the teacher before walking away to a quiet area beneath a tree Jun 11 18:13:13 * Morgan absently lays his hand on the tree Jun 11 18:13:48 what’s wrong? is it Father? Jun 11 18:14:22 No, no... I've had my meeting and... well, I... felt a bit lost and alone, so... Jun 11 18:14:53 * Edward watches him “They aren’t punishing you, are they?!” Jun 11 18:15:12 no... I thought perhaps you'd help me open this? Jun 11 18:15:23 * Edward looks at it Jun 11 18:15:27 what is it? Jun 11 18:16:16 I got it from the rear admiral... Jun 11 18:16:58 * Edward smirks Jun 11 18:17:13 the -Rear- admiral? Jun 11 18:17:31 You know how hard it was not to smirk when I was introduced to them? Jun 11 18:18:00 * Edward laughs Jun 11 18:18:13 I didn’t know you’d get it Jun 11 18:18:33 I didn't really until right then Jun 11 18:20:40 * Edward nods, starting to open the string on the package Jun 11 18:20:54 * Morgan watches him Jun 11 18:21:39 * Edward is careful with it. Inside the rank bands are new and vibrant. Edward’s mouth falls into an O Jun 11 18:21:49 You got a promotion! Jun 11 18:21:54 * Morgan nods Jun 11 18:22:10 Commander... I'm being given whats left of my platoon Jun 11 18:22:41 * Edward smiles “That’s excellent, Morgan. Father will be delighted” Jun 11 18:22:54 * Morgan nods Jun 11 18:22:58 I was... surprised Jun 11 18:23:12 You did well, my friends agreed Jun 11 18:24:46 I appreciate that Jun 11 18:25:22 At you going to celebrate now? Jun 11 18:25:55 No, I thought I'd just wait until I can celebrate with Mina Jun 11 18:26:06 When will she come? Jun 11 18:26:16 Supposed to be today, hopefully Jun 11 18:26:27 * Edward nods Jun 11 18:26:57 Should we still come for dinner? Jun 11 18:27:03 * Morgan nods Jun 11 18:27:17 Yes... I want to celebrate with you as well Jun 11 18:28:07 * Edward smiles “Thank you. I should get back to training, I’m going to work very hard to get promoted quicker than you!” Jun 11 18:28:15 * Morgan smiles Jun 11 18:28:21 You'll have to. I'll see you later Jun 11 18:29:00 Seven o’clock, or around abouts! *he smirks* Jun 11 18:29:14 * Morgan nods, gripping Edwards shoulder before letting him go Jun 11 18:30:19 * Edward strides back over to his school mates Jun 11 18:30:51 * Morgan smiles, doing the package back up and nodding to his old teacher before heading toward the tavern Jun 11 18:33:16 *He has lunch downstairs, watching the people come and go, listening to a group of older school boys talking about doing the Old Round this evening, and generally ragging on each other about being too drunk to perform. It’s a little too crude for him so he goes upstairs to read, having asked for coffee to be brought up. That’s what he’s waiting for when there’s a knock on the door* Jun 11 18:35:14 Come in Jun 11 18:37:14 *The door opens. It’s not a servant, it’s Mina. She looks so put-together and pristine it’s hard to imagine she’s been travelling, even her blonde curls are neat around her face. She smiles “Surprise!” Jun 11 18:37:32 * Morgan jumps up, smiling Jun 11 18:37:39 Mina... oh its -wonderful- to see you Jun 11 18:37:46 * Edward is now known as Mina Jun 11 18:37:52 As it is you Jun 11 18:38:15 * Morgan comes to her, taking her hands and kissing her knuckles Jun 11 18:38:20 I've missed you Jun 11 18:38:35 * Mina gently strokes his face Jun 11 18:38:53 And I you also Jun 11 18:40:04 * Morgan smiles, looking at her Jun 11 18:40:45 I wasn't expecting to see you so soon Jun 11 18:40:51 * Mina kisses him quickly on the lips Jun 11 18:40:58 That’s why it’s a surprise Jun 11 18:41:43 * Morgan nods, smiling Jun 11 18:42:10 there’s only one small problem Jun 11 18:42:16 Whats that? Jun 11 18:43:32 *he hears Danvers say from the hall “Yes, her Ladyship’s trunk will go in this one... Yes, I understand it is his Lordship’s room, but apparently this is all they have” Jun 11 18:43:46 oh Jun 11 18:44:06 * Mina smiles faintly “My Father insisted she saw me safely to your side” Jun 11 18:44:32 * Morgan nods Jun 11 18:44:53 Alright Jun 11 18:46:01 *Danvers follows the servant carrying the trunk in, then gives him a coin when he leaves. She curtsies to Morgan, but she doesn’t seem at all happy about the arrangements* Good afternoon, my Lord Jun 11 18:46:28 * Morgan inclines his head Jun 11 18:46:30 Mrs Danvers Jun 11 18:48:48 * Mina smiles “You may go to your room and rest until it is time to help me dress for dinner, Danvers. Half before seven, please” Jun 11 18:49:38 D: You do not want your one evening dress hung up to bring down the creases, my Lady? Jun 11 18:50:09 * Mina shakes her head “I can manage that, thank you.” Jun 11 18:51:08 *Danvers looks them both over slightly disapprovingly before curtesying* Jun 11 18:52:12 * Mina smiles, gently motioning the woman out before closing the door behind her. Without moving from it she says “Lock?” Jun 11 18:52:50 * Morgan nods Jun 11 18:53:18 * Mina does so before moving back towards him and removing her cloak Jun 11 18:53:31 She thinks I should have brought more clothes Jun 11 18:53:44 She does not like me Jun 11 18:53:55 * Mina smiles Jun 11 18:54:09 She liked you much more before she caught us! Jun 11 18:55:01 * Morgan blushes Jun 11 18:55:29 * Mina smiles, looking for somewhere to hang her cloak Jun 11 18:55:40 * Morgan takes it from her, hanging it up Jun 11 18:55:51 I wouldn’t worry, she’s not too unworldly Jun 11 18:56:59 Thats a relief (!) Jun 11 18:58:59 * Mina smiles “May I remove my boots? They are new and rubbing me” **** BEGIN LOGGING AT Tue Jun 11 19:02:02 2024 Jun 11 19:02:02 * Now talking on #7thsea Jun 11 19:02:10 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jun 11 19:02:34 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Jun 11 19:03:48 *Mina smiles “May I remove my boots? They are new and rubbing me” Jun 11 19:03:53 * Molly is now known as Mina Jun 11 19:03:56 Of course, my darling Jun 11 19:04:50 * Mina sits in a chair to do so, her stockings embroidered with vines of dog roses Jun 11 19:05:09 * Morgan watches her Jun 11 19:05:18 She will expect us to go on excursions Jun 11 19:05:36 Will she... Jun 11 19:05:40 * Mina nods Jun 11 19:05:53 Unfortunately, I don’t have enough dresses to do so Jun 11 19:06:17 Thats a shame isn't it Jun 11 19:06:23 * Mina nods, smiling Jun 11 19:06:59 There are rolling hills and a grassy park we can explore from here. It is much too cold to be outside Jun 11 19:08:04 * Morgan nods, smiling Jun 11 19:08:25 I, ummm... I've been given a package.. I was wondering if you'd open it for me Jun 11 19:08:32 * Mina giggles Jun 11 19:08:50 I would be delighted to Jun 11 19:09:11 -that- is not what I meant Jun 11 19:10:13 * Mina parts her knees. She’s entirely covered up, but that modesty mixes well with the action and his own imagination Jun 11 19:10:19 it isn’t? Jun 11 19:11:26 * Morgan shakes his head slowly Jun 11 19:11:31 Not in this instance... Jun 11 19:12:12 * Mina nods, crossing one leg over the other at the ankles, which he can see Jun 11 19:12:25 I can do so Jun 11 19:12:58 * Morgan nods, watching her for a moment before moving and bringing her the package Jun 11 19:13:44 * Mina puts it in her lap, and unties it slowly, watching him as she does Jun 11 19:14:06 * Morgan licks his lips briefly, watching her Jun 11 19:14:30 * Mina opens it, looking at the papers and the rank bands Jun 11 19:14:45 You’re a Commander now?! Jun 11 19:14:53 * Morgan nods, smiling a little Jun 11 19:14:59 yes... I got promoted Jun 11 19:15:32 * Mina smiles proudly, her brown eyes warm and admiring “I’m very proud of you, Morgan” Jun 11 19:15:49 * Morgan smiles, looking touched Jun 11 19:15:52 Thank you Jun 11 19:15:56 That means the world to e Jun 11 19:15:58 me* Jun 11 19:16:23 * Mina smiles, stroking his face gently Jun 11 19:16:40 As -you- do to me. Jun 11 19:17:04 * Morgan smiles, moving to kiss her gently Jun 11 19:17:52 * Mina kisses him briefly before pulling away “These should be kept safe” Jun 11 19:18:17 * Morgan nods Jun 11 19:18:24 Yes, they should Jun 11 19:18:40 * Mina hands them back to him Jun 11 19:19:11 * Morgan takes them, moving to pack them safely Jun 11 19:19:30 I hope you don't mind... since we're here, I invited Edward and his friends for dinner... Jun 11 19:19:55 Are they old enough for taverns? Jun 11 19:20:09 Not -strictly- speaking Jun 11 19:20:21 * Mina nods, smiling Jun 11 19:20:41 Of course we will dine with them, it will be nice to meet him again Jun 11 19:21:01 * Morgan nods Jun 11 19:21:06 He is looking forward to it Jun 11 19:21:12 * Mina nods Jun 11 19:21:15 Are you? Jun 11 19:21:47 * Morgan smiles a little Jun 11 19:21:54 Edward and I have never been particularly close... Jun 11 19:22:28 You were fortunate to have a living sibling Jun 11 19:22:52 * Morgan nods Jun 11 19:22:56 Yes, I am Jun 11 19:24:34 * Mina nods Jun 11 19:24:45 Maybe it is time to become closer Jun 11 19:24:51 * Morgan nods Jun 11 19:24:53 I hope so Jun 11 19:25:07 * Mina nods Jun 11 19:25:15 I’d like that Jun 11 19:25:23 You would? Jun 11 19:25:30 * Mina nods Jun 11 19:26:14 I’d like to be part of a happy family with you Jun 11 19:26:29 * Morgan nods Jun 11 19:26:34 I'd like that Jun 11 19:27:26 * Mina nods Jun 11 19:28:20 I trust you did not have museums and musicales in mind for my trip here? Jun 11 19:29:17 Not even slightly... though apparently there is a library with some of the Shakespeare transcripts Jun 11 19:29:28 * Mina nods Jun 11 19:29:40 They’ll still be there next time I come Jun 11 19:29:47 * Morgan nods Jun 11 19:29:49 Indeed Jun 11 19:30:09 * Mina smiles Jun 11 19:30:34 You were more hoping to hike to the peaks together? Jun 11 19:30:52 * Morgan smiles Jun 11 19:30:56 Something like that, yes Jun 11 19:33:33 Me too *she slowly gathers up the fabric of her dress and petticoats so that more of her stockings are revealed, the dog roses turning to fox gloves, then honeysuckle at her knees, seeming to go ever upward Jun 11 19:34:09 Those are... very nice... Jun 11 19:36:24 * Mina nods, smiling. The next two inches are periwinkles, and they trace up towards her mid thighs Jun 11 19:36:47 * Morgan licks his lips again, watching her movements Jun 11 19:38:21 *the periwinkles turn to forget me nots, the little blue flowers branching to run full circle around her thighs just below a tied ribbon in the same shade that holds them up Jun 11 19:38:55 * Morgan smiles Jun 11 19:40:01 * Mina moves the dress even higher, to where her skin is on show above the stockings Jun 11 19:42:23 It is taking a remarkable amount of restraint to keep my lips from meeting that skin... Jun 11 19:44:14 * Mina smiles Jun 11 19:46:58 is it? *she moves the dress even higher, up to her hips, with only a dip of the fabric barely covering her most private area, though a few wisps of blond curls are visible at the sides of it* Jun 11 19:47:15 * Morgan nods, watching her hungrily Jun 11 19:48:47 * Mina smiles, then raises it higher again, her mound visible this time, though her legs being together conceals the rest Jun 11 19:49:23 * Morgan takes a small step toward her, licking his lips Jun 11 19:50:19 * Mina parts them, but uses her hands to shield her remaining modesty “Did you think of me?” Jun 11 19:50:36 constantly Jun 11 19:51:44 * Mina smiles “Not like that...” She gently brushes her fingertip in that little beckoning motion “...like this.” Jun 11 19:52:48 * Morgan blushes Jun 11 19:52:57 I... don't understand... perhaps you should demonstrate more... Jun 11 19:54:14 * Mina smiles, leaning back in the chair a little, and settles the other hand over her covered breast as she continues the intimate touch Jun 11 19:54:24 In your most private moments... Jun 11 19:54:41 * Morgan nods slowly Jun 11 19:54:45 I did... yes... Jun 11 19:55:25 * Mina nods, increasing the speed a little “I’m gladdened to hear it” Jun 11 19:56:07 * Morgan nods, watching her Jun 11 19:58:10 You can come closer, Morgan, if you’d like to Jun 11 19:58:38 * Morgan nods, moving closer Jun 11 19:59:51 I can do this for you now, if you wish it, but then I think it your duty until we must leave? Jun 11 20:00:12 You wish me to take over? Jun 11 20:00:33 * Mina nods “If you wish it” Jun 11 20:01:03 * Morgan nods, moving closer still Jun 11 20:01:41 *Molly turning over in the bed wakes him* Jun 11 20:02:59 * Morgan yawns, checking the time Jun 11 20:03:13 *he’s only been asleep an hour Jun 11 20:04:18 * Morgan scowls, listening for a moment before turning over and trying to go back to sleep Jun 11 20:06:39 *everything is peaceful. He dreams the same but much later in the afternoon, after they’ve delighted each other many times, laying sprawled together on the bed, warm against the rain on the windows. Clothes are strewn everywhere, both naked and spent. She’s got her head on his chest Jun 11 20:06:49 what happens now? Jun 11 20:07:01 With what? Jun 11 20:07:20 With your service. Will you be leaving Dorff soon? Jun 11 20:07:56 I don't know... I'm taking command of whats left of my platoon, under Colonel Fuchs, so... it'll depend on my orders Jun 11 20:08:33 It would be nice if you were so close by as this Jun 11 20:09:19 * Morgan nods Jun 11 20:09:31 Yes, it would Jun 11 20:10:14 Is it possible we’ll be apart another year? Jun 11 20:10:25 * Morgan sighs Jun 11 20:10:49 Its possible I suppose... though the colonel was quite insistent that I spend a few days with you... Jun 11 20:11:05 * Mina nods against his chest Jun 11 20:11:14 Is he married also? Jun 11 20:11:48 I don't know, actually Jun 11 20:13:27 If I became enciente today, I would have a child in that time Jun 11 20:13:57 * Morgan nods sadly Jun 11 20:14:00 Yes Jun 11 20:14:10 Would you get leave? Jun 11 20:15:37 Well... providing the colonel didn't feel toward me as my captain did... I assume so Jun 11 20:16:05 * Mina nods Jun 11 20:16:25 I will write as soon as I suspect Jun 11 20:16:47 * Morgan nods Jun 11 20:16:50 I would like that Jun 11 20:17:34 * Mina nods Jun 11 20:18:28 will you become a Captain, like your Father, do you think? Jun 11 20:18:53 The admiral said they'll be looking at a further promotion within a year... Jun 11 20:19:14 That’s when you would have a ship of your own? Jun 11 20:20:33 I could do, yes. Captain's don't always have ships... but ships always have a captain Jun 11 20:21:20 But you want the ship Jun 11 20:22:17 * Morgan nods, smiling a little Jun 11 20:22:18 I do Jun 11 20:22:39 * Mina nods slowly Jun 11 20:23:09 That would keep you far from me Jun 11 20:23:47 For a little while at a time, yes Jun 11 20:24:52 * Mina nods Jun 11 20:25:27 Letters would struggle to find you Jun 11 20:25:36 I'm afraid so Jun 11 20:25:42 * Mina nods Jun 11 20:26:05 What about if we made an appointment with each other... Jun 11 20:26:20 How do you mean? Jun 11 20:26:57 We couldn’t be together physically, but we could still share something together Jun 11 20:27:05 * Morgan nods Jun 11 20:27:11 What did you have in mind my love? Jun 11 20:27:58 On the night of a full moon, for an hour between ten and eleven, we could think of each other Jun 11 20:28:08 * Morgan nods Jun 11 20:28:46 I like that idea Jun 11 20:28:53 * Mina nods Jun 11 20:29:28 There could be some wine and candlelight, it could still be romantic Jun 11 20:30:25 * Morgan nods, bringing her hand to his lips Jun 11 20:30:34 I think its a good idea Jun 11 20:30:41 * Mina nods Jun 11 20:30:56 I’ll look forward to it Jun 11 20:31:04 * Morgan nods Jun 11 20:31:06 As will I Jun 11 20:32:02 * Mina nods Jun 11 20:32:25 Do you think the War will end one day? Jun 11 20:32:36 * Morgan nods Jun 11 20:32:44 There was a time before the war... there will be time after it Jun 11 20:33:11 Where will we go then? Will you wish to stay in Graben a little while? Jun 11 20:33:54 I'd like to spend some time in Sudlachenburg... its been a long time since I was there Jun 11 20:35:01 * Mina nods Jun 11 20:35:35 I like it there. I find spending time with your Mother soothes an ache in my heart Jun 11 20:35:57 * Morgan nods Jun 11 20:36:13 I will sure you have time together Jun 11 20:38:19 thank you Jun 11 20:38:57 * Mina suddenly sits bolt upright Jun 11 20:39:07 * Morgan does likewise Jun 11 20:39:09 What? Jun 11 20:39:23 My evening dress! I didn’t hang it! Jun 11 20:40:22 No.. I'll do it now Jun 11 20:40:33 * Mina nods, watching him Jun 11 20:41:06 * Morgan gets up, moving to hang it Jun 11 20:41:45 *It looks creased. They might have had time to fall out if it’d been hung earlier, but it’s clear it wasn’t Jun 11 20:41:53 Ah damn Jun 11 20:42:01 She’ll be here in half an hour! Jun 11 20:42:19 Maybe... it can be pressed? Jun 11 20:42:23 * Mina looks him over with a smile Jun 11 20:42:47 No, it’s the wrong fabric for it Jun 11 20:44:02 well... that is quite the problem Jun 11 20:45:16 * Mina nods Jun 11 20:45:21 She’s going to know Jun 11 20:45:44 That a married couple do what married couples do? I think -that- ship has sailed Jun 11 20:46:00 * Mina smiles Jun 11 20:46:20 I think that occurred when you were moaning into the pillow Jun 11 20:47:01 * Morgan blushes Jun 11 20:48:46 We have half an hour, what would you like to do? Jun 11 20:49:35 I ummm... would like to hear you moaning my name again... Jun 11 20:49:49 * Mina blushes now Jun 11 20:50:12 Yes, that would be nice. I thought you might have forgotten that Jun 11 20:50:37 hardly Jun 11 20:51:15 * Mina nods, pushing the sheets off herself, not looking embarrassed by the scarring at all Jun 11 20:52:05 Maybe you’ll recall it fondly at the full moons? Jun 11 20:52:29 * Morgan nods, moving to kiss his way down her scar before setting about making her peak again Jun 11 20:54:15 *She tastes of their mixed pleasures. Either it takes her a little while to get there, or Danvers is early, he doesn’t know which, but just after she does moan “oh, Morgan!” mid-climax he hears the woman tutting loudly outside the door Jun 11 20:55:25 * Morgan slows to a stop, gently caressing her abdomen Jun 11 20:55:47 I suppose... I'd best get dressed so Mrs Danvers can help you Jun 11 20:57:09 * Mina smiles, whispering Jun 11 20:57:21 Keep going until she dares to knock? Jun 11 20:57:32 * Morgan looks at her appraisingly Jun 11 20:57:36 You wish me to? Jun 11 20:57:42 * Mina nods Jun 11 20:58:01 * Morgan nods, moving to resume his efforts Jun 11 20:59:04 * Mina stays quieter, but she still moans his name, and Danvers must hear it because she says archly “I -suppose- I will have to come back in ten minutes and hope you are more decent!” Jun 11 20:59:20 * Mina giggles very quietly Jun 11 20:59:43 * Morgan does likewise against her skin Jun 11 20:59:59 * Mina gasps, the footsteps leaving Jun 11 21:00:11 Oh, do that again! Jun 11 21:00:29 * Morgan does so Jun 11 21:02:09 * Mina peaks again, and it’s irresistible, his laughing against her making her peak, which only makes him laugh more. The ten minutes escapes them, and when Danvers returns a breathless Mina calls out “Five minutes, Danvers!” Jun 11 21:03:15 * Mina glances down at him between her thighs “She’s going to kill us. Could you spend in that time?” Jun 11 21:03:26 * Morgan shrugs Jun 11 21:03:28 maybe Jun 11 21:03:36 Don’t you want to? Jun 11 21:04:08 Of course... just working out if I could, being so sated already... Jun 11 21:04:40 * Mina nods “Let’s see” Jun 11 21:07:55 *When she whimpers his name right by his ear at about a minute in, it easily sends him sailing past that point, and she looks pleased with this as she helps him dress before pulling on a shift. She smiles at him when Danvers knocks at precisely five minutes after Morgan said Jun 11 21:09:14 * Morgan kisses her briefly before going to open the door Jun 11 21:11:02 *Danvers looks extremely sour before she steps in. The bed is very messed up, and Mina’s clothes from before are still on the floor. She frowns even more at the wrinkled dress. Mina winks at Morgan when her back is turned Jun 11 21:11:28 I'll see you shortly my love Jun 11 21:12:16 * Mina nods. Danvers opens the window. D: We need to vent this room, it smells like a knocking shop in here! Jun 11 21:12:36 * Morgan chuckles as he leaves Jun 11 21:13:44 * Mina smiles at him, gently shooing him out. As he’s already dressed, he waits in the tavern. Edward and his friends arrive looking very smart and tidy Jun 11 21:14:17 * Morgan goes to them, organising drinks Jun 11 21:14:27 *They all want whiskey Jun 11 21:15:07 * Mina is now known as Edward Jun 11 21:16:18 * Morgan sorts the drinks before sitting down Jun 11 21:17:03 Did Mina come? Jun 11 21:17:17 * Edward and his friends sit down too Jun 11 21:17:24 * Morgan sniggers Jun 11 21:17:41 *this makes the teenagers laugh too* Jun 11 21:18:17 Z: Where is she, my Lord? Jun 11 21:18:36 Getting lectured by Mrs Danvers who is helping her prepare for dinner Jun 11 21:18:55 P: She still has a Chaperone?! Jun 11 21:19:18 * Morgan nods Jun 11 21:19:40 Her father insisted she accompany Mina to make sure she got here safely Jun 11 21:20:00 Now she’s the bane of your existence? Jun 11 21:20:13 Oh, she's fearsome Jun 11 21:20:24 *they all laugh* Jun 11 21:20:37 Can’t you bribe her, brother? Jun 11 21:21:12 Danvers? Good lord no Jun 11 21:22:23 Z: You could send her on long and tedious errands? Jun 11 21:22:54 I could scream at the wind, too, neither would do any good Jun 11 21:23:13 *they chuckle* Jun 11 21:23:32 P: Isn’t the point of having her as a wife that you can do what you like? Jun 11 21:24:24 You'd think so Jun 11 21:26:13 *Potts nods, drinking his whiskey* Jun 11 21:26:24 How long will it take her? Jun 11 21:26:41 Impossible to know... one of life's great mysteries Jun 11 21:27:14 Z: *he looks to Morgan* Do -you- know what the Old Round is, my Lord? Jun 11 21:28:05 Not really, no Jun 11 21:29:50 We have heard some of the older boys talk about it, but no one will say what it is Jun 11 21:29:59 * Morgan shrugs Jun 11 21:30:08 P: I think it involves a brothel. Jun 11 21:30:58 That would not surprise me Jun 11 21:31:03 Z: No one would let us in a brothel anyway. Jun 11 21:31:14 * Morgan shakes his head Jun 11 21:31:36 P: They might, if you didn’t wear your spectacles. Jun 11 21:31:55 No,the bumfluff would give you away Jun 11 21:32:13 *They laugh, but Edward doesn’t* Jun 11 21:32:38 * Morgan watches him for a moment Jun 11 21:32:45 I have offended you? Jun 11 21:33:03 * Edward isn’t even looking at any of them, he’s watching the doorway Jun 11 21:33:11 * Morgan looks round Jun 11 21:34:32 *Mina is wearing the dusky rose colour dress he hung up, and she looks incredible, more like royalty than just nobility, entirely poised and perfect* Jun 11 21:35:07 Ah... Jun 11 21:35:13 * Morgan stands, moving to Mina Jun 11 21:35:31 *Mina curtsies a little* My Lord. Jun 11 21:35:39 * Morgan bows his head Jun 11 21:35:42 My lady Jun 11 21:36:38 *Mina smiles, whispering* She despairs of us, apparently Jun 11 21:36:48 * Morgan chuckles Jun 11 21:36:50 Thats a shame Jun 11 21:37:15 M: Imagine how miserable she’ll be by the time I go home! Jun 11 21:37:34 The poor thing... Jun 11 21:38:26 * Edward and his friends are all stood politely waiting. He can see that his brother has a massive crush on his new sister in law. The other boys both look awed by her* Jun 11 21:38:49 * Morgan spends a few minutes introducing them all to Veisgrafin Koertig Jun 11 21:41:36 *their manners are all perfect, Potts moderates his behaviour, but already has quite a lot of charm. Zench chats with her about the arts, which goes well. She’s impeccable, well-trained from childhood. Even having spent all afternoon in Congress with her, it seems surprising that she can be so formal and mannered whilst secretly making arrangements for pre-planned self-pleasuring together miles apart Jun 11 21:42:34 * Morgan watches her, frequently glancing at Edward Jun 11 21:43:22 * Edward is doing nothing that would alert anyone else to his feelings, he’s polite and charming, not staring or being too flirty Jun 11 21:44:03 * Morgan smiles, looking at her Jun 11 21:44:44 *Mina is so busy being chatty and noble that she doesn’t notice* Jun 11 21:45:13 * Morgan sips his drink, letting her do what she is so good at Jun 11 21:47:01 *The dinner races away, he can get involved, but she’s so smooth and skilled that it takes a lot of pressure from him. He can almost see in his mind’s eye how they’ll fit together as Veisgraf and Veisgrafin, and how she will take up that social space that he’s always felt a little awkward and shy in Jun 11 21:48:23 * Morgan joins in the conversation, letting her lead Jun 11 21:49:10 *It’s an enjoyable meal. what wakes him is Molly's shudder from where she's nestled behind him, and her quiet moan as she orgasms in her sleep* Jun 11 21:49:35 * Morgan frowns, turning over to watch her Jun 11 21:50:27 * Edward is now known as Molly Jun 11 21:51:35 *It’s very dark, but his eyesight is good, and he can see the little flicker of her eyelids that show she’s dreaming. Her breaths are deep, but fast and a little erratic Jun 11 21:52:22 * Morgan sighs, checking the time Jun 11 21:53:15 *He still has nearly two hours before he’d normally be up. She makes a little sound between a giggle and a moan Jun 11 21:54:16 * Morgan scowls, closing his eyes and trying to go back to sleep Jun 11 21:56:00 *As he’s falling asleep, he can feel the closeness of her dream, like he could just walk through a gossamer thin barrier. He also faintly hears her murmur his name* Jun 11 21:56:31 * Morgan moves toward it Jun 11 22:13:35 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Jun 11 22:57:45 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep)