**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Jul 24 00:36:00 2024 Jul 24 00:36:00 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 24 00:37:30 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jul 24 00:38:54 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 24 17:41:09 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jul 24 19:23:27 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Jul 24 19:24:48 If he wasn’t my daughter’s father’s friend... Jul 24 19:24:48 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:24:48 He's a handsome man... and a very -good- man... Jul 24 19:24:48 * Alice nods Jul 24 19:24:48 But because of Edward, we’d both regret it the next morning Jul 24 19:24:50 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:24:52 Yes, you would Jul 24 19:24:54 Between you and I... he's had a thing for Claudia for years Jul 24 19:24:56 * Alice nods “I’ve seen him looking at her on occasions. I wouldn’t want to get in the way of anything. I don’t really want an actual relationship right now...” Jul 24 19:25:00 * Morgan opens his mouth before slamming it shut Jul 24 19:25:02 * Alice laughs Jul 24 19:25:04 Just good sex, is that what you were going to say? Jul 24 19:25:06 No... I was going to say something about a barn door in a storm... Jul 24 19:25:08 * Alice nods Jul 24 19:25:10 That’d be great. Jul 24 19:25:12 * Morgan laughs, blushing Jul 24 19:25:14 * Alice laughs Jul 24 19:25:16 Sometimes I even think I should have accepted Edward’s proposal just for that Jul 24 19:25:20 Not sure it'd have been worth shackling yourself to him for that... Jul 24 19:25:22 Oh I don’t know about that... *she chuckles* Jul 24 19:27:52 You could settle for adequate I suppose.. Jul 24 19:28:40 * Molly is now known as Alice Jul 24 19:28:45 * Alice laughs Jul 24 19:28:51 I’ve had worse Jul 24 19:29:22 Jeez... Jul 24 19:31:51 * Alice nods “I know” Jul 24 19:34:34 I suppose... I should be getting you back Jul 24 19:35:20 * Alice nods Jul 24 19:35:43 I can row if you like Jul 24 19:36:12 * Morgan smiles Jul 24 19:36:15 I don't mind doing it Jul 24 19:37:35 * Alice nods Jul 24 19:38:02 how are -you- feeling about tomorrow? Jul 24 19:40:04 * Morgan shrugs, setting the boat in motion Jul 24 19:40:27 It varies... Jul 24 19:41:06 * Alice nods Jul 24 19:41:20 Are you excited to tell them about Molly? Jul 24 19:42:21 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:42:25 I am, very much so Jul 24 19:44:19 The people here will be happy about that Jul 24 19:45:47 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:45:53 It'll bring them some stability again Jul 24 19:46:16 * Alice nods Jul 24 19:46:48 That’s what was expected of us from birth Jul 24 19:47:14 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:47:15 Aye, it is Jul 24 19:48:55 * Alice smiles “we both went our own way” Jul 24 19:49:50 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:49:58 We have quite a bit in common Jul 24 19:51:33 * Alice nods Jul 24 19:51:58 we do Jul 24 19:53:44 *they get back easily. It must be almost ten now* Jul 24 19:53:59 * Morgan drags the boat onto the shore Jul 24 19:54:34 Is there anything I can to help you with tomorrow? Jul 24 19:54:48 No, I don’t think there is Jul 24 19:55:40 * Morgan nods Jul 24 19:55:46 Let me know if anything comes to mind Jul 24 19:56:42 I will Jul 24 19:57:54 * Morgan nods, hugging her before they get back into the house Jul 24 19:59:09 * Alice heads towards the stairs after saying goodnight Jul 24 20:02:14 * Morgan wanders through the house to get some tea Jul 24 20:02:57 *he finds a servant who says there’s already a tea pot in the drawing and she’ll fetch an extra one* Jul 24 20:03:17 * Morgan thanks her, heading for the drawing room Jul 24 20:05:26 *Edward and Mina are just saying goodnight to Molly* Jul 24 20:06:44 * Morgan moves to stand out of their way Jul 24 20:09:26 *Edward looks to Morgan before moving aside with him and speaking quietly* Are you well, brother? Jul 24 20:09:41 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:09:48 Somewhat anxious about tomorrow, thats all Jul 24 20:11:20 * Alice nods Jul 24 20:11:29 I think we all have that to a degree Jul 24 20:11:42 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:11:50 Alice is even mores... Jul 24 20:12:57 * Alice is now known as Edward Jul 24 20:13:22 I will speak to her in the morning. I want neither woman being made to feel embarrassed Jul 24 20:13:32 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:13:35 No... nor do I Jul 24 20:16:18 * Edward nods, glancing at Mina and Molly who are whispering to each other Jul 24 20:16:46 I will think on how to make it easiest for them Jul 24 20:16:51 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:16:57 Let me know if you have a flash of inspiration Jul 24 20:18:36 * Edward smiles Jul 24 20:18:45 In the morning, I shall do so Jul 24 20:19:40 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:20:16 * Edward looks to his wife “Mimi...” Jul 24 20:20:41 *Mina hugs Molly before coming to hug Morgan* Mina: Goodnight, Morgan Jul 24 20:22:03 * Morgan hugs her gently Jul 24 20:22:07 Goodnight Mina Jul 24 20:24:10 *Edward inclines his head to them as he leads his wife out. The maid must be just outside because Edward says “Here, let me get the door for you”, and then he holds it open so she can bring in the tray Jul 24 20:24:29 * Morgan watches the door Jul 24 20:25:56 *the maid sets the tray down “Will that be all, your Excellency?” Jul 24 20:26:17 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:26:29 Yes, thank you... uhh... I'm afraid I don't know your name Jul 24 20:27:53 Maid: It’s Emma, your Excellency Jul 24 20:28:18 Emma... thank you Jul 24 20:30:08 *She smiles* Thank you, your Excellency Jul 24 20:30:34 * Edward watches them, waiting to let her out Jul 24 20:30:46 * Morgan smiles Jul 24 20:31:06 I've got it from here, Emma, I won't hold you up any more Jul 24 20:32:49 *she smiles, nodding before going out of the door. Edward inclines his head before following her and shutting the door* Jul 24 20:32:54 * Edward is now known as Molly Jul 24 20:33:03 Shall I pour, my love? Jul 24 20:33:10 Would you mind? Jul 24 20:34:14 * Molly smiles Jul 24 20:34:24 Not if you’ll sit beside me as I do it Jul 24 20:34:35 * Morgan nods, moving to sit beside her Jul 24 20:34:46 * Molly pours them each some tea Jul 24 20:34:55 how was your rowing? Jul 24 20:35:07 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:35:30 It was nice... watched the stars a little... enjoyed that moment when an Avalonian first lays eyes on a bloody great glowing lake Jul 24 20:35:58 * Molly smiles Jul 24 20:36:11 You enjoyed that with me also? Jul 24 20:36:29 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:36:36 Its a little... childish, perhaps, but I do enjoy it Jul 24 20:39:11 * Molly smiles, sipping her tea Jul 24 20:39:18 I think it’s very cute. Jul 24 20:39:57 Oh? Jul 24 20:42:42 Mmhmm. *she smiles* Jul 24 20:43:33 Why? Jul 24 20:44:53 I like it when you are light-hearted Jul 24 20:45:09 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:45:17 You see Edward holding the door open for Emma? Jul 24 20:47:10 I did... I wonder who might have influenced his behaviours... Jul 24 20:47:43 Absolutely no idea Jul 24 20:48:53 * Molly smiles Jul 24 20:48:58 yes you do... Jul 24 20:49:09 * Morgan shrugs Jul 24 20:50:53 * Molly kisses his cheek, lips warm from the tea Jul 24 20:51:22 It might have been my very handsome, very kind husband Jul 24 20:51:56 I just showed him the door... he walked through it Jul 24 20:54:03 * Molly nods Jul 24 20:54:18 And he is a kinder man because of it Jul 24 20:54:28 * Morgan nods Jul 24 20:56:35 How is Alice? Jul 24 20:57:00 Apprehensive about tomorrow... Jul 24 20:59:45 * Molly nods Jul 24 20:59:56 It wouodn’t be easy, would it? Jul 24 21:00:20 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 24 21:03:24 We will be there to support her Jul 24 21:03:32 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:03:47 She's worried about the judgemental looks... and about how Florrie will handle the attention Jul 24 21:04:23 * Molly sips her tea, then rests her hands and tea cup on the top of her bump Jul 24 21:04:46 Perhaps we should prepare for letting Florrie’s appearance be brief Jul 24 21:04:58 Yes, I believe so Jul 24 21:10:11 * Molly nods “We can manage between us, I think. I imagine a tenants meeting can seem like quite a long time for them” *he’d dreamt before they knew she was pregnant of a tenants meeting where she was, and he was extremely frustrated throughout it* Jul 24 21:11:04 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:11:16 Aye... I always found it long winded and tedious when I was young Jul 24 21:14:06 * Molly nods Jul 24 21:14:14 But tomorrow will be special Jul 24 21:14:29 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:14:32 Yes it will Jul 24 21:16:15 * Molly lifts the teacup to rub her belly Jul 24 21:16:23 What would you have me wear? Jul 24 21:16:33 What would you prefer to wear? Jul 24 21:19:41 * Molly giggles Jul 24 21:20:07 Nothing, between now and just before breakfast tomorrow... Jul 24 21:21:08 * Morgan chuckles Jul 24 21:21:10 right... Jul 24 21:22:30 * Molly smiles Jul 24 21:22:51 But at the tenant’s meeting, you want me to be more covered than this? Jul 24 21:23:02 To begin with, yes... Jul 24 21:25:23 And then? Jul 24 21:26:05 Once it is announced, there is no reason to hide it any longer Jul 24 21:27:37 * Molly nods Jul 24 21:28:06 Then I may wear these dresses when we go into the village? Jul 24 21:28:28 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:28:39 If you wish to wear one tomorrow but cover it until it is announced... Jul 24 21:30:02 * Molly giggles Jul 24 21:30:15 like a magician pulling a rabbit from a hat Jul 24 21:32:26 well... I suppose so Jul 24 21:33:50 * Molly smiles Jul 24 21:34:17 I think, my love, it is time we retired... Jul 24 21:34:28 * Morgan nods Jul 24 21:34:35 Aye, I suppose so Jul 24 21:35:47 You are not tired? *she smiles, finishing her tea* Jul 24 21:36:04 Just a little anxious about tomorrow Jul 24 21:37:50 * Molly nods Jul 24 21:38:13 Will you need to walk around this evening? Jul 24 21:38:34 * Morgan looks torn Jul 24 21:38:38 I think... I think I will Jul 24 21:40:01 what troubles you about that, my love? Jul 24 21:40:17 I don't know... I feel like I shouldn't -need- to... Jul 24 21:40:22 why? Jul 24 21:40:51 * Morgan shrugs Jul 24 21:42:45 You will remain unsettled if you do not. Truly, it is fine. I will endeavour to stay awake if you wish Jul 24 21:43:04 No, love... get your rest... Jul 24 21:45:53 * Molly kisses his cheek “if you are sure you’ll not need me...?” Jul 24 21:46:10 No... I'm fine for now Jul 24 21:46:38 * Molly nods “enjoy your walk, my love” Jul 24 21:47:02 * Morgan nods, drinking his tea before kissing her cheek Jul 24 21:47:08 I'll see you soon love Jul 24 21:47:24 * Molly nods, leaving to go to bed Jul 24 21:47:37 * Morgan quietly heads outside Jul 24 21:48:15 *it’s quite a long walk around the estate, but Ballard joins him, which makes it better Jul 24 21:49:35 * Morgan talks quietly to the dog as he walks Jul 24 21:51:27 *Ballard walks beside him, relaxed in the familiar grounds. He notices the lamps are still burning in Edward’s bedroom that he’s had since they left the nursery* Jul 24 21:52:36 * Morgan watches the window for a few moments Jul 24 21:54:07 *He can’t see anything in there* Jul 24 21:54:15 * Morgan moves on Jul 24 21:55:49 *he gets to the Veisgraf Wing without incident* Jul 24 21:56:05 * Morgan lets himself in, heading up to his room Jul 24 21:58:01 *the Wing is quiet, it sounds like everyone is already asleep. Ballard goes to settle by the banked fire in the parlour where Bir and Ulysses are already asleep Jul 24 21:58:55 * Morgan smiles, petting the dog for a minute before going through to his bedroom Jul 24 22:00:23 * Molly is already asleep. It’s warm in here, the sheet partly pushed down, so he can see her left hand on her belly, but her right is under the fabric out of sight Jul 24 22:00:54 * Morgan smiles, getting undressed and gently into bed Jul 24 22:02:14 * Molly curls up to him in her sleep, right hand moving to his chest, the scent of her from it confirming why it had been under the covers Jul 24 22:04:57 * Morgan smiles, settling to sleep Jul 24 22:11:37 *He starts to dream, n the thread where he’s married to Mina. His and Fuch’s units had moved to Unsensollen after burying the Vaticine dead in the woods. They’d put out the fires, tended the wounded, and buried the local dead at the church. They’ve been there a few weeks, it’s mid-March now, and the night of the full moon. it’s still a few hours from his appointed time with Mina, so he has gone to Olwen’s grave. MTF Jul 24 22:12:22 *Due to ride out tomorrow for Tannen for new orders, it’s the first, and probably last, time he’s been able to bring himself to being here Jul 24 22:12:41 * Morgan kneels at the graveside quietly Jul 24 22:15:05 *it’s peaceful here. Her headstone is quite plain, just her name, date of birth, and date of death. Her murderer is long gone, handed over with the other prisoners as part of some exchange of troops, not doubt soon to be free to run amok aga8n Jul 24 22:15:21 * Morgan sighs heavily Jul 24 22:15:36 I'm so sorry Olwen... I should've seen it... should've stopped him Jul 24 22:17:42 *A little sparrow lands on the headstone* Jul 24 22:18:08 * Morgan watches it for a minute Jul 24 22:19:35 *it just watches him curiously* Jul 24 22:20:46 I've nothing for you Jul 24 22:22:21 *it sits a moment longer before flying away. He hears footsteps* Jul 24 22:22:30 * Morgan looks around Jul 24 22:23:05 *Grendlik comes over. He has some irises* I found these in the woods... Jul 24 22:23:10 * Molly is now known as Grendlik Jul 24 22:23:24 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:23:26 They're nice Jul 24 22:25:08 * Grendlik hands them to Morgan Jul 24 22:25:28 Colonel Fuchs was wondering if you’re coming to the tavern Jul 24 22:25:46 Wondering? Or expecting? Jul 24 22:25:57 * Morgan gently lays the irises on the grave Jul 24 22:27:14 * Grendlik shrugs “Everyone can see you’re a little withdrawn” Jul 24 22:27:34 * Morgan looks at the headstone Jul 24 22:27:47 I could've stopped him... Jul 24 22:29:32 You didn’t know Jul 24 22:30:19 * Morgan sighs, standing up Jul 24 22:32:30 * Grendlik puts a hand on his shoulder Jul 24 22:33:20 She’s at peace Jul 24 22:33:33 I hope so Jul 24 22:34:38 * Grendlik nods Jul 24 22:35:59 the working girls are working from there now, whilst their place gets fixed up, but Colonel has warned them to keep themselves covered up Jul 24 22:36:16 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:36:23 Probably best Jul 24 22:36:46 * Grendlik smiles Jul 24 22:36:56 Quite a few of us are still innocents Jul 24 22:37:17 * Morgan nods, starting to walk toward the tavern Jul 24 22:37:20 Yeah... Jul 24 22:40:06 * Grendlik nods “I believe I will wait and remain pure until I wed your cousin” Jul 24 22:40:37 Still banging that drum? Jul 24 22:42:34 * Grendlik laughs Jul 24 22:43:27 She said we’d be rid of Kaufmann and you’d be Captain. We’re there on the first, and getting there on the second. Maybe it is just my fate Jul 24 22:43:52 I don't believe that nonsense Jul 24 22:45:34 * Grendlik shakes his head Jul 24 22:45:49 Me either. It was a big coincidence though Jul 24 22:45:58 Yeah, but thats all it is Jul 24 22:50:05 * Grendlik nods, heading for the tavern. Inside it’s much warmer, but the smoke smell lingers. It’ll be a while for that to go, but there’s enough to drink, and he gets through a couple, an eye to the clock that strikes half before nine. A brunette girl comes over to him, very pretty, and sits on the bench next to him Jul 24 22:50:12 * Grendlik is now known as girl Jul 24 22:50:24 Are you the married one then? Jul 24 22:50:30 * Morgan nods Jul 24 22:50:32 That I am Jul 24 22:50:39 That’s a shame Jul 24 22:50:53 Is it? Jul 24 22:51:00 * girl nods, smiling Jul 24 22:51:22 I think you’re cute, and I have a bed upstairs... Jul 24 22:51:54 I appreciate your saying so... but yes, I am married Jul 24 22:52:29 You don’t have some sort of arrangement... lonely husbands out to war, and all? Jul 24 22:52:40 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 24 22:52:57 No, the arrangement we have is that I am faithful to her in all ways Jul 24 22:53:51 That sounds frustrating... Jul 24 22:54:33 * Morgan smiles Jul 24 22:55:43 In some ways... but it is a price I gladly pay to keep her safe Jul 24 22:56:13 * girl nods “I suppose I’d better get back to work” Jul 24 22:56:35 * Morgan nods, holding out a coin Jul 24 22:58:12 * girl takes it. She smiles, then whispers in his ear “I’d have blown you for half that” Jul 24 22:58:29 * Morgan blushes Jul 24 22:58:43 Go on with you Jul 24 23:00:01 *the girl laughs as she goes to try it on with another of the men* Jul 24 23:00:59 *he gets into a game of cards, and he’s doing an excellent job of winning when he realises it’s quarter before ten* Jul 24 23:01:38 * Morgan quietly excuses himself Jul 24 23:02:35 * girl is now known as Fuchs Jul 24 23:02:41 * Fuchs calls to Morgan Jul 24 23:02:51 Are you leaving already Jul 24 23:03:04 Uh, yes sir Jul 24 23:03:29 * Fuchs comes over to him Jul 24 23:03:47 If the girls are bothering you, I can ask them to stop Jul 24 23:04:45 No sir... its just... my wife and I, while I'm away, we have an arrangement... involves the full moon and such... Jul 24 23:05:16 * Fuchs nods Jul 24 23:05:23 I’ll see you in the morning Jul 24 23:05:27 * Morgan nods Jul 24 23:05:31 Yes sir... goodnight sir Jul 24 23:06:48 * Fuchs nods, going back to his table Jul 24 23:08:23 * Morgan goes out, heading for his tent Jul 24 23:08:57 *The camp seems quite empty, everything quiet Jul 24 23:09:55 * Morgan goes back to his tent Jul 24 23:13:17 *It’s rapidly becoming like a home now, his small desk and bed that he’s used for weeks, easy to pack down and transport. He has a tankard and a small bottle of wine, her stockings, a few letters from her, as well as a couple from his family, a well-read novel- and a copy of the holy book. His possessions are very modest compared to in his room at home Jul 24 23:14:47 * Morgan pours himself a little wine Jul 24 23:16:13 *in the distance the church bell rings for ten* Jul 24 23:16:39 * Morgan closes up his tent, getting comfortable and thinking Mina Jul 24 23:18:09 *It’s only a few days ride from here, but who knows where he’ll end up next, and whether he can manages a couple of nights with her somewhere* Jul 24 23:19:12 * Morgan sighs, closing his eyes Jul 24 23:21:22 *he manages to draw up the memories of her, as she is no doubt doing of him, and once he is recalling that particular movement of her finger when she showed him how she touches herself it’s much easier to set aside the loneliness and the fear of their separation* Jul 24 23:21:41 * Morgan does as they agreed Jul 24 23:23:00 *he gets close to orgasm when he’s awoken as Molly turns over, but he is fairly relaxed in reality, and hasn’t been asleep long* Jul 24 23:23:54 * Morgan yawns, listening for a couple of moments before turning over and trying to go back to sleep Jul 24 23:29:14 *He dreams of the same. He’d spent that night, but it didn’t feel anything like as good as being with her. The following month, he’d been through a week of sieging a city, and the full moon falls on the day after the surrender. Jul 24 23:29:18 He’s exhausted from the clean up work that has had to go on, and two of his men are wounded but not seriously. He’s trying to keep his eyes open as they sit around a camp fire. The whole of the last three weeks have been difficult and full of fighting, pushing him as a Commander. Fuchs sits beside him* Jul 24 23:29:49 Tough few days... Jul 24 23:29:58 * Morgan nods Jul 24 23:30:04 Yes sir. Could be worse though... Jul 24 23:30:14 * Fuchs nods Jul 24 23:30:34 Only three casualties Jul 24 23:30:46 * Morgan nods Jul 24 23:30:52 I was more thinking we could be army men... Jul 24 23:30:59 * Fuchs laughs Jul 24 23:31:37 Very true. No one in their right mind would choose to be a mud humper. Jul 24 23:32:09 * Morgan nods Jul 24 23:32:10 Exactly Jul 24 23:32:32 It’s a full moon. Jul 24 23:33:36 Yes sir, it is Jul 24 23:35:51 *a young man approaches Fuchs* Sir, letters from the outpost Jul 24 23:36:07 * Fuchs takes them, thanking him Jul 24 23:36:42 * Morgan watches him Jul 24 23:37:29 *there’s a small handful. he hands two to Morgan* Jul 24 23:37:41 * Morgan looks at them before opening them Jul 24 23:40:14 *one looks to be from Heinzharold, the other Mina* Jul 24 23:40:33 * Fuchs opens one himself Jul 24 23:40:53 * Morgan opens the one from HeinzHarold first Jul 24 23:42:27 *it is dated three months ago* Hey man, hope you’re keeping well. I’m okay, made some friends, met some very friendly lassies. Happy Prophets Mass, hope to see you out here one day. Love you, man. Heinzharold “ Jul 24 23:42:49 * Morgan smiles, opening the one from Mina Jul 24 23:46:57 “Dear Morgan. I promised I would write if I suspected I was enciente. I am doing so now. Every indication says I am, and we should anticipate an arrival in the few weeks after your birthday. I am feeling not quite the thing, but am well-cared for. I look forward to hearing from you, you are always in my thoughts, especially at the full moon. My prayers are for your safety and for our future. With my love, Mina” Jul 24 23:48:13 * Morgan reads it again before slowly tucking it in his jacket Jul 24 23:49:28 * Fuchs nods at his Jul 24 23:49:54 We’ll be heading north, east of Quatre Bras. Jul 24 23:51:02 When sir? Jul 24 23:51:46 Tomorrow Jul 24 23:52:21 * Morgan nods, rubbing the back of his neck Jul 24 23:52:28 right Jul 24 23:54:01 We will be on coastal patrols, with some sailing Jul 24 23:54:20 * Morgan nods, smiling a little Jul 24 23:54:36 Understood Jul 24 23:55:40 * Fuchs nods Jul 24 23:55:46 letters from home? Jul 24 23:55:51 * Morgan nods Jul 24 23:56:01 Yes sir... one from a friend, the other from my wief Jul 24 23:56:28 * Fuchs nods, smiling Jul 24 23:57:04 They’re always good to receive Jul 24 23:57:30 * Morgan nods, looking thoughtful Jul 24 23:57:33 Yes sir Jul 24 23:58:31 Something on your mind, Wolfblood? Jul 24 23:58:46 * Morgan nods, smiling a little Jul 24 23:58:47 Yes sir