**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Fri Jul 19 18:59:54 2024 Jul 19 18:59:54 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jul 19 19:27:49 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Jul 19 19:32:30 Jul 18 22:01:56 maybe Jul 19 19:32:30 Jul 18 22:03:37 Better that than dragging it out when we’re supposed to be thinking about the safety of the women and children Jul 19 19:32:30 Jul 18 22:04:28 * Morgan nods, sighing again Jul 19 19:32:30 Jul 18 22:04:29 yeah Jul 19 19:32:30 Jul 18 22:05:21 * Claudia squeezes his shoulder Jul 19 19:32:34 Jul 18 22:06:38 I need to get Uinise up if we’re going to leave any time this morning Jul 19 19:32:36 Jul 18 22:06:56 * Morgan nods, sheathing his sword and starting toward the house Jul 19 19:32:38 Jul 18 22:08:06 * Claudia walks alongside him Jul 19 19:32:40 Jul 18 22:08:13 I bet Heinzharold will be late Jul 19 19:32:42 Jul 18 22:08:20 probably Jul 19 19:32:44 Jul 18 22:10:16 I can fetch him once she’s up Jul 19 19:32:46 Jul 18 22:11:00 be an idea... he can get a headstart on getting things ready to move out Jul 19 19:32:50 Jul 18 22:11:31 * Claudia nods Jul 19 19:32:52 Jul 18 22:11:47 Like getting dressed. Jul 19 19:32:54 Jul 18 22:11:54 * Morgan nods Jul 19 19:32:56 Jul 18 22:11:56 yeah Jul 19 19:32:58 Jul 18 22:13:52 * Claudia goes to her own room, letting herself in Jul 19 19:33:00 Jul 18 22:14:15 * Morgan looks around, going looking for Edward Jul 19 19:36:55 /nick Edward Jul 19 19:37:00 * Molly is now known as Edward Jul 19 19:37:14 * Edward sounds to be in his room Jul 19 19:38:42 * Morgan hesitates outside his door for a solid minute before knocking Jul 19 19:39:47 * Edward chuckles “come in, Morgan” Jul 19 19:40:03 * Morgan opens the door Jul 19 19:40:08 How did you know? Jul 19 19:41:22 * Edward is crouched down, doing up Mina’s shoe lace. She’s smiling. Her floral stocking is on show to the knee, but he knows how it’d look all the way up Jul 19 19:44:55 the way you knock Jul 19 19:45:19 * Morgan nods a little Jul 19 19:45:52 * Edward covers her leg before patting her thigh Jul 19 19:46:53 *Mina looks to Morgan with a smile* Which of us are you looking for? Jul 19 19:47:30 Uhhh, Edward but I'll only take a minute of his time then I'll leave you in peace Jul 19 19:48:23 *Mina smiles, nodding. Edward stands* what can I do for you? Jul 19 19:48:50 * Morgan doesn't quite meet his gaze Jul 19 19:49:17 I had a nightmare... I saw... I saw how much you hated me in your eyes.... I need to know we're okay Jul 19 19:49:40 * Edward pulls him into a hug Jul 19 19:49:47 We are, brother Jul 19 19:50:01 * Morgan nods, pressing his face into Edwards shoulder Jul 19 19:51:03 * Edward holds him. Mina gently lets herself out Jul 19 19:51:19 * Morgan sighs, speaking quietly Jul 19 19:51:22 She didn't need to go... Jul 19 19:51:51 She is giving us our privacy Jul 19 19:52:19 I am taking time from he two of you again Jul 19 19:53:06 We have plenty of time together, and today is a rest day Jul 19 19:54:23 * Morgan nods, letting go Jul 19 19:54:43 * Edward looks at him Jul 19 19:54:51 what was the nightmare? Jul 19 19:55:17 * Morgan looks reluctantly at him Jul 19 19:56:08 I... I'd taken Molly to Carleon to be confirmed a virgin... while I was out finding some blokners, you turned up... you'd booked the suite before and the inn had assumed my letter was just you again... Jul 19 19:56:27 * Edward nods Jul 19 19:56:35 That is unfortunate Jul 19 19:56:47 * Morgan nods Jul 19 19:58:24 You turned up while I was out, and we got removed from the suite... I couldn't let it lie and came to pick a fight... The -hatred- in your eyes...After breaking me down by making me realise I was to blame for it all... I woke up... but I think I know whats coming nex Jul 19 19:58:53 * Edward sighs Jul 19 19:59:16 Unpleasant Jul 19 19:59:23 * Morgan nods Jul 19 19:59:30 It... lingers... Jul 19 19:59:38 * Edward nods Jul 19 19:59:51 We are fine. I do not hate you. Jul 19 19:59:59 * Morgan nods, looking away Jul 19 20:01:20 what help can I be? Jul 19 20:02:04 * Morgan shrugs a little Jul 19 20:02:08 Tell me again Jul 19 20:02:36 I don’t hate you, Morgan. I love you very much Jul 19 20:03:13 * Morgan nods, dragging his gaze back to Edwards Jul 19 20:03:18 I love you... Jul 19 20:03:26 * Edward nods Jul 19 20:03:28 I know Jul 19 20:03:58 * Morgan nods, sighing heavily Jul 19 20:04:03 I always have awful ones here Jul 19 20:05:49 I wonder why? Jul 19 20:05:59 * Morgan shrugs Jul 19 20:06:08 I was worried I would still be angry with you Jul 19 20:07:56 As you say, it lingers. I would understand if you were Jul 19 20:08:15 * Morgan looks at him intently for a moment before shaking his head Jul 19 20:09:19 * Edward nods Jul 19 20:10:13 Is this a path rather than just a nightmare? Jul 19 20:10:22 * Morgan nods Jul 19 20:10:24 I believe so Jul 19 20:12:44 * Edward nods “I was very busy at that time being either drunk, pawing at working girls, or more often, both.” Jul 19 20:13:37 You had Gabi from home with you... and... I believe... Florrie... Jul 19 20:14:57 * Edward nods “Gabi was my first Friendly Maid” Jul 19 20:15:16 * Morgan nods Jul 19 20:15:18 I recall you saying Jul 19 20:17:47 * Edward nods Jul 19 20:18:39 I hope it will not impact your feelings for her Jul 19 20:19:38 * Morgan draws a deep breath Jul 19 20:19:47 If it does, she will not know Jul 19 20:20:48 * Edward nods Jul 19 20:21:20 Is it possible that you will not have it away from here? Jul 19 20:23:10 Unlikely... Jul 19 20:23:34 * Edward nods Jul 19 20:23:49 You can come to me for any reassurance you may need Jul 19 20:24:54 * Morgan nods Jul 19 20:24:55 Thank you Jul 19 20:25:21 * Edward nods Jul 19 20:25:49 We were both in dark places then, but we are not any more Jul 19 20:26:07 * Morgan nods Jul 19 20:26:15 I just... wish I didn't have to go through it over and over Jul 19 20:28:15 * Edward nods Jul 19 20:28:41 But you will not accept the help that DeeDee has Jul 19 20:29:35 No... very often we have only survived because of what I dream... besides... I don't want Claudia kissing me Jul 19 20:30:47 * Edward frowns Jul 19 20:30:50 why would she? Jul 19 20:31:01 * Morgan coughs a little Jul 19 20:31:11 Wasn't supposed to say that Jul 19 20:33:24 Claudia kissed DeeDee?! Jul 19 20:33:41 * Morgan grabs him, shushing him Jul 19 20:35:21 * Edward brushes off his frock coat, speaking quietly “when?! -why-?!” Jul 19 20:37:10 When he had to concentrate on... what happened... he was out of control, he wasn't focused enough to drink the stuff... she used her knowledge of his desire to bring about that focus and... well, kissed him to get him to drink it Jul 19 20:37:24 * Morgan scowls Jul 19 20:37:29 I promised her I wouldn't tell anyone Jul 19 20:38:41 I won’t tell a soul. Good job he was out of his mind at the time Jul 19 20:39:05 He remembers... he thought he'd hallucinated it Jul 19 20:41:32 * Edward nods Jul 19 20:41:51 It worked so that’s the end of that Jul 19 20:42:11 * Morgan nods a little Jul 19 20:43:23 There’s still no hope for him, I presume? Jul 19 20:43:40 And her? Jul 19 20:44:58 I meant, there is no hope that she will return his feelings Jul 19 20:45:30 * Morgan watches him speculatively for a moment Jul 19 20:46:39 * Edward shrugs Jul 19 20:46:46 Idly curious, that is all Jul 19 20:47:26 The problem isn't one of whether or not she will... but if she could handle that... and of course, she loves sailing nearly as much as I do Jul 19 20:50:41 * Edward nods Jul 19 20:51:13 I think it would be best for him to find someone more suitable Jul 19 20:51:38 I think we should leave them the hell alone Jul 19 20:53:08 * Edward nods Jul 19 20:53:18 I am not intending to matchmake, brother Jul 19 20:53:49 Its frustrating... I've seen how they -could- be Jul 19 20:55:40 * Edward nods “But as with your other paths, people now are not who they are then” Jul 19 20:56:04 * Morgan shrugs Jul 19 20:56:08 He had another good night Jul 19 20:56:49 * Edward smiles Jul 19 20:57:01 I am glad to hear it. He deserves some peace Jul 19 20:57:27 * Morgan nods, hugging his brother again suddenly Jul 19 20:57:31 I'm sorry I disturbed you Jul 19 20:59:13 * Edward hugs him Jul 19 21:00:10 We were not busy, brother, just sharing a tender moment Jul 19 21:01:03 * Morgan nods, letting go Jul 19 21:01:09 I'll leave you to it Jul 19 21:01:46 We will be ready to travel shortly, will you? Jul 19 21:02:49 Probably. I'll have to check on Molly... Jul 19 21:04:22 * Edward nods Jul 19 21:04:48 That might be wise anyway, brother. There is something about being with my wife that settles me Jul 19 21:05:08 * Morgan nods Jul 19 21:05:11 I'll see you in a while Jul 19 21:07:07 * Edward nods Jul 19 21:07:26 * Morgan squeezes his shoulder before going back to his room Jul 19 21:08:45 * Edward is now known as Molly Jul 19 21:09:15 * Molly is brushing her hair with the Vesten brush Jul 19 21:09:35 How are you feeling, my love? Jul 19 21:10:01 A little better... but not a great deal Jul 19 21:11:36 * Molly nods sadly Jul 19 21:12:09 You could listen to your son, that sometimes helps? Jul 19 21:12:47 I don't know we have time love Jul 19 21:14:38 * Molly smiles, beckoning him “If you kneel here, you can listen as I do my hair?” Jul 19 21:14:53 * Morgan nods, moving in front of her Jul 19 21:16:32 * Molly gathers up her skirts, tucking them in her neckline. she’s bared from mid-stomach down Jul 19 21:16:55 * Morgan presses his ear to her tummy Jul 19 21:19:02 *he can faintly hear the heartbeat of child* Jul 19 21:19:33 * Morgan breathes slowly, listening Jul 19 21:21:19 *the sound gets quieter* Jul 19 21:21:46 Love... its getting quieter... Jul 19 21:22:39 Yes, he moved, I felt it Jul 19 21:22:46 oh... alright Jul 19 21:23:00 *it gets louder again* Jul 19 21:23:04 And again. Jul 19 21:23:11 You coming back to me little Hirschen? Jul 19 21:25:10 it does feel like he’s at the front Jul 19 21:25:28 * Morgan nods, gently tapping her stomach Jul 19 21:28:41 * Molly keeps brushing Jul 19 21:29:27 I can feel him flutter towards it. It’s the oddest, most profound sensation Jul 19 21:30:41 * Morgan nods, smiling Jul 19 21:30:50 Already wants to play with his Vati Jul 19 21:30:57 * Molly smiles Jul 19 21:31:34 I look forward to seeing your face the first time you see him Jul 19 21:32:01 * Morgan nods, kissing her belly gently before standing up Jul 19 21:33:38 * Molly smiles, pulling her skirts down Jul 19 21:34:05 Any better, my darling? Jul 19 21:34:12 * Morgan nods Jul 19 21:34:16 A bit, yes Jul 19 21:36:23 Good. I can do that for you any time you need Jul 19 21:36:39 * Morgan nods Jul 19 21:36:47 We'd best start preparing to get under way Jul 19 21:38:49 * Molly nods, setting the brush down Jul 19 21:39:26 yes we should, I’d like to get to Sudlachenburg and settle in for our wait Jul 19 21:39:42 * Morgan nods Jul 19 21:39:53 Alright... Jul 19 21:42:14 * Molly twists her hair up Jul 19 21:42:28 I could ride with you if that would help? Jul 19 21:43:06 No, its okay... I think perhaps Inga and Mina were looking forward to some time... Jul 19 21:44:15 * Molly nods Jul 19 21:44:30 We cannot gossip too much as we will have Varick Jul 19 21:45:23 * Morgan nods Jul 19 21:45:24 I know Jul 19 21:46:51 * Molly smiles Jul 19 21:47:35 I should get the boys up and ready Jul 19 21:47:54 Alright love Jul 19 21:50:09 * Molly sticks a few pins in before she comes to kiss his cheek, holding him. He’s going to need to try hard to ignore that scent of her Jul 19 21:51:06 You smell wonderful today Jul 19 21:52:28 Do I? Oh! I haven’t put any perfume on yet Jul 19 21:52:35 * Morgan nods Jul 19 21:52:36 I know Jul 19 21:53:07 * Molly moves slightly to pull away “Sorry, it must be unhelpful when you are unhappy” Jul 19 21:53:55 * Morgan shrugs a little Jul 19 21:53:58 Difficult to ignore Jul 19 21:54:48 * Molly moves back Jul 19 21:55:10 I’ll put some on now, it’ll be a long day, and it looks like it might get hot out there Jul 19 21:55:23 * Morgan nods Jul 19 21:55:25 I reckon so Jul 19 21:57:08 * Molly goes to get it Jul 19 21:57:39 Rosewater, or would you prefer the one from the Empire, or from Vodacce? Jul 19 21:57:51 Your choice my love Jul 19 22:00:14 * Molly nods, putting on some rosewater before packing that and the brush Jul 19 22:00:41 When will Heinzharold and Inga be coming? Jul 19 22:00:55 * Morgan shrugs Jul 19 22:01:00 I'm not sure... Claudia went to wake them Jul 19 22:03:39 * Molly nods, patting her pockets a moment to check them Jul 19 22:03:44 I have everything Jul 19 22:03:52 * Morgan nods Jul 19 22:04:01 Lets get the boys up, hmm? Jul 19 22:06:43 *They go to do this. Varick is already awake and quietly packing his things, but Emil is fast asleep Jul 19 22:07:11 * Morgan moves to kiss Varicks crown Jul 19 22:07:13 Morning my son Jul 19 22:09:05 *Varick hugs him* Vati, I want Jacques to come with us to Sudlachenburg. Jul 19 22:09:20 * Morgan sighs Jul 19 22:09:25 I suspected you might Jul 19 22:11:21 V: He could learn more about being in a bigger noble house, and we could play, and Walder and Theresa could have a honeymoon. Jul 19 22:11:45 [thats dangerously good reasoning] Jul 19 22:13:45 [yes it is] Jul 19 22:14:54 [what do you think?] Jul 19 22:15:57 [Walder would need to agree, but they will keep each other entertained] Jul 19 22:16:42 * Morgan strokes Varicks hair Jul 19 22:16:46 Want to help get Emil up? Jul 19 22:18:10 V: Vati, you didn’t answer me Jul 19 22:18:28 You didn't ask a question Jul 19 22:18:57 V: Can Jacques come to Sudlachenburg? Jul 19 22:20:07 We'd have to ask Walder Jul 19 22:21:54 V: *he smiles* Okay Jul 19 22:23:14 Tell you what, help mama with Emil and I'll go see if I can find Walder Jul 19 22:23:31 * Molly goes to the crib, and smiles Jul 19 22:23:58 [he’s so beautiful, it still catches me by surprise each morning] Jul 19 22:24:10 [Yes, he is] Jul 19 22:26:40 *Varick goes to Molly, and then strokes Emil’s hair* Wakey wakey, Emil, you’re going to the Big House today! Jul 19 22:26:52 Big house? Jul 19 22:28:25 V: Die Dauerhaftigkeit. It’s the biggest house in the whole world! Jul 19 22:29:50 It is fairly big yes Jul 19 22:30:10 *Emil wakes up, grinning already* Jul 19 22:30:30 V: Even the Eisenfurst’s is smaller Jul 19 22:30:59 * Molly glances at Morgan, smiling with a little suggestive brow raise Jul 19 22:31:19 You think so? Jul 19 22:31:22 [shush] Jul 19 22:34:12 [I said nothing, my love. My mouth is perfectly clean, unlike your thoughts...] Jul 19 22:34:31 V: It’s much smaller Jul 19 22:34:36 * Morgan gently strokes Emil's hair Jul 19 22:35:00 Right... I'll leave the two of you to get Emil ready... I'm going to go see if I can find Walder Jul 19 22:35:27 we’ll see you at breakfast, my love Jul 19 22:35:59 * Morgan nods, leaving the room and going looking for Walder Jul 19 22:37:22 * Molly is now known as Walder Jul 19 22:37:38 * Walder is in the barn with the horses Jul 19 22:37:48 Walder... a moment? Jul 19 22:40:06 * Walder nods, hanging up some bits on the wall Jul 19 22:40:09 Milord? Jul 19 22:40:47 Varick has requested Jacques accompany us to Sudlachenburg... Jul 19 22:41:43 * Walder looks unsure Jul 19 22:41:52 He’s never been away from me... Jul 19 22:42:36 * Morgan nods Jul 19 22:43:00 What concerns you about it? Jul 19 22:44:20 It just seems scary, milord. What if he gets scared? Jul 19 22:44:47 If needs be, I'll put him in front of me on a horse and ride all night to get him home Jul 19 22:45:59 * Walder nods Jul 19 22:46:11 Do you think he’s old enough? Jul 19 22:47:44 * Morgan nods Jul 19 22:48:07 Varick has spent time away from us, and he is a bit younger Jul 19 22:48:15 * Walder nods Jul 19 22:48:35 Are you sure it’s alright with you and her Ladyship? Jul 19 22:48:39 * Morgan nods Jul 19 22:48:59 It'll mean Varick has someone his own age to play with... he missed Jacques terribly last time we left... Jul 19 22:50:58 * Walder nods Jul 19 22:51:27 I can talk to him with the mirrors? Jul 19 22:51:43 * Morgan nods Jul 19 22:52:05 Of course... Varick thought it might be a good opportunity for you and Theresa to have time to yourselves as well... Jul 19 22:53:42 * Walder nods Jul 19 22:53:57 Jacques isn’t a nuisance, he’s my life Jul 19 22:54:20 * Morgan looks at him sympathetically Jul 19 22:54:30 I know. Jul 19 22:55:00 Do you trust me, Walder? Jul 19 22:57:11 I do, milord Jul 19 22:57:21 I give you my word, I will keep him safe Jul 19 22:59:13 * Walder nods Jul 19 22:59:35 Thank you. I better put some things in a bag for him Jul 19 22:59:52 * Morgan nods Jul 19 22:59:58 Best make sure he actually wants to come... Jul 19 23:00:42 * Walder smiles Jul 19 23:01:14 He will, he was very excited going to Hafenlohr, he’s never been anywhere but Innesbruck before then Jul 19 23:01:30 * Morgan nods Jul 19 23:01:33 Varick will be thrilled Jul 19 23:02:16 * Walder nods Jul 19 23:02:36 He’ll not be trouble for you, he’s a good lad Jul 19 23:02:55 * Morgan smiles Jul 19 23:03:00 I'm sure he'll be good as gold Jul 19 23:05:07 * Walder nods, heading out of the barn to find his son Jul 19 23:05:23 * Morgan heads back inside the house to get coffee and wait for breakfast Jul 19 23:08:01 *the others arrive in dribs and drabs, until only Claudia, Heinzharold, and Inga are missing. Elsie, James, Thomas, Walder, Theresa and Jacques have all come to the breakfast table Jul 19 23:08:33 * Morgan watches Jacques discreetly Jul 19 23:09:59 *Jacques looks very happy, talking excitedly with Varick. Molly nurses Emil, looking down at him fondly Jul 19 23:11:06 * Morgan smiles a little, drinking his coffee