**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sun Jul 28 00:05:40 2024 Jul 28 00:05:40 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 28 10:22:27 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Jul 28 11:48:17 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Jul 28 21:01:07 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Jul 28 21:02:25 * mads (~mads@192.168.1.228) has joined Jul 28 21:02:46 * mads is now known as Morgan Jul 28 21:04:16 Jul 27 22:44:04 Weird lassie, but it builds her confidence Jul 28 21:04:18 Jul 27 22:44:15 * Morgan nods Jul 28 21:04:19 Jul 27 22:44:19 Seems to, yeah Jul 28 21:04:21 Jul 27 22:45:39 * HH nods Jul 28 21:04:22 Jul 27 22:45:50 I’ll take it, however it comes Jul 28 21:04:24 Jul 27 22:45:56 * Morgan nods Jul 28 21:04:25 Jul 27 22:45:59 Yeah... Jul 28 21:04:27 Jul 27 22:46:19 *Adalbrecht is watching them* Jul 28 21:04:29 Jul 27 22:47:20 I suppose Id best go and do the proper thing Jul 28 21:04:31 Jul 27 22:48:52 * HH nods Jul 28 21:04:33 Jul 27 22:49:09 I’ll be out there in the crowd Jul 28 21:04:35 Jul 27 22:49:28 I'll send Jacques over Jul 28 21:04:37 Jul 27 22:51:46 * HH nods Jul 28 21:04:39 Jul 27 22:52:05 I’ll let Inga know you got summat to show her later Jul 28 21:04:41 Jul 27 22:52:33 * Morgan nods, patting his arm before heading toward his father, steeling himself Jul 28 21:04:43 Jul 27 22:54:02 *Adalbrecht watches him approach before looking around and checking there’s no one but family around* Jul 28 21:04:45 Jul 27 22:54:54 * Morgan stops near him Jul 28 21:04:47 Jul 27 22:56:08 * HH is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 28 21:04:49 Jul 27 22:56:13 * Adalbrecht opens his arms Jul 28 21:04:51 Jul 27 22:56:39 * Morgan moves closer, hugging him tightly Jul 28 21:04:53 Jul 27 22:57:23 * Adalbrecht hugs him likewise Jul 28 21:04:55 Jul 27 22:57:58 I am sorry for my part in our disagreement Jul 28 21:05:06 Jul 27 22:58:13 * Morgan nods Jul 28 21:05:06 Jul 27 22:58:27 As am I... I had to put a stop to it Jul 28 21:05:06 Jul 27 22:59:57 * Adalbrecht nods Jul 28 21:05:06 Jul 27 23:00:08 Let us go forward united as a family Jul 28 21:05:06 Jul 27 23:00:16 * Morgan nods, letting go Jul 28 21:05:23 * Molly is now known as Adalbrecht Jul 28 21:06:04 * Adalbrecht checks everyone is present before going in. Molly has Emil, and kisses Morgan’s cheek Jul 28 21:06:27 Molly: You will do wonderfully, my love, I have faith in you Jul 28 21:06:43 I wish I shared your confidence Jul 28 21:07:20 M: *she nods* I have confidence in you enough for two... *she smiles* two and a half Jul 28 21:07:46 * Morgan nods Jul 28 21:07:52 I'll try not to let everyone down Jul 28 21:08:52 M: Would you like to feel less on edge? Jul 28 21:09:47 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 28 21:09:51 no... I'll be alright Jul 28 21:11:25 *She nods, following Adalbrecht in. there’s a little room they can wait in. Jarvie catches Morgan’s arm Jul 28 21:11:46 J: Do we have to be part of this parading too? Jul 28 21:13:42 I would appreciate it... show of unity... Jul 28 21:14:45 *Jarvie nods, standing with the others. Adalbrecht offers Verity his arm, and takes her up on the stage Jul 28 21:18:12 *He can hear Adalbrecht thanking the people for attending, and he explains to them that much has happened for the family in the last year, and there are some people he would like to introduce them to. He calls for Edward and Mina to come up. Mina looks very courtly and seemingly at ease. Edward looks serious. Florrie looks like she might complain about Edward going without her Jul 28 21:18:34 * Morgan crouches down Jul 28 21:18:50 we'll be going up soon sweetheart... remember, you'll stand by Mina with Varick? Jul 28 21:19:32 *Molly hands him a biscuit* Jul 28 21:19:48 F: I stand Varick Jul 28 21:20:10 * Morgan nods, next to Mina, and Varick with you... want a biscuit? Jul 28 21:21:29 F: *she takes it* Jul 28 21:21:44 *The people are clapping for Mina and Edward* Jul 28 21:22:35 * Morgan watches his father Jul 28 21:23:33 *Adalbrecht looks towards them, nodding his head to Morgan* Jul 28 21:24:14 * Morgan stands, stroking Florries hair a moment before squaring his shoulders and walking up onto the stage Jul 28 21:25:23 *There’s an awful lot of people here considering it is a Monday morning* Jul 28 21:26:12 Its a good job I'm not bothered by crowds isn't it... Jul 28 21:27:45 *People chuckle. He can see HH and Inga out there, Claudia and Uinise too* Jul 28 21:29:07 * Morgan glances at Edward briefly Jul 28 21:29:57 *Edward looks steady, Mina on his arm. With her poise, they make an impressive noble couple* Jul 28 21:32:50 Alright... I need to take you back a few years... after I absented myself from you all, a lot of things happened. While my brother was travelling, there was a brief time when he had taken a mistress... *he looks around to gauge the impact of his words* Jul 28 21:34:18 *its a bit split. some look unsurprised, some look like they might snigger or giggle. A few look mildly disapproving, but not enough to catch the ire of their Graf* Jul 28 21:34:52 I'm sure you can all aprpeciate what a difficult time it was for everyone... Jul 28 21:37:14 *People look to their neighbours with sad nods. He sees a few distant relatives of Ottos, many of Dietlinde’s customers, people who served them on market stalls, the man they bought her crib from. In a village of only a few hundred people, many knew Dietlinde and Jana, had always known them. Jul 28 21:39:45 After they parted ways, they lost contact... it has come to light that a child was born, a girl... she is very deeply loved by us all, and her mother is welcomed into our hearts as well... before I introduce them to you all, I want to explain something that many of you might find... difficult... Jul 28 21:41:08 *there’s definite whispering now. Adalbrecht watches it, but for now he lets it slide* Jul 28 21:41:53 * Morgan stands still, just watching them for a moment Jul 28 21:42:53 *it settles a little* Jul 28 21:43:17 HH $just gossip about carelessness, whether she’ll be a Lady$ Jul 28 21:43:28 * Morgan nods a little Jul 28 21:44:20 I'd like to tell you a little story, with my fathers indulgence... *he looks to his father* Jul 28 21:45:05 *Adalbrecht nods* Jul 28 21:46:55 When we were travelling, but before we sailed for Capperlucia, we stopped in Avalon, where Molly and I met... as a result of things happening there, HeinzHarold, Claudia and I went off across the length of Avalon, being typically Eisen, doing heroic things, you know how it is... Jul 28 21:48:38 *the people smile at this. No one seems to have any idea of what is about to come* Jul 28 21:49:27 * Morgan looks at them sadly Jul 28 21:51:06 While we were docked one night, Claudia spotted something... someone... when I looked... *he sighs* sat on the deck, there's this little girl... less than a year older than Jana was the last time I saw her, but... the absolute spitting image of her... Jul 28 21:51:47 *there’s a murmur of unease amongst the audience* Jul 28 21:51:54 * Morgan nods Jul 28 21:53:38 obviously, it couldn't be and wasn't my daughter... three years had passed at that point. After some investigating, which is basically just me being nosey, things lined up. I had found the niece I didn't know about... that noone knew about. Jul 28 21:54:45 *The people look both curious and watchful. The new settlers look at ease, not emotionally invested as the others are Jul 28 21:56:25 I don't expect this to be easy for some of you, it wasn't for me, for us, but she has a place in our hearts, and I would ask that you try to accept her into yours too. She's just a little girl who needs some understanding now... Jul 28 21:57:01 *people are nodding but some look wary* Jul 28 21:57:17 $Some wary faces out there$ Jul 28 21:57:41 I expect your help in making her feel comfortable and welcome... will I have that? Jul 28 21:58:57 *HH moves from Inga, going to stand nearer the relatives of Otto* Jul 28 21:59:12 *They all say* Yes, my Lord Jul 28 21:59:23 * Morgan nods Jul 28 22:00:09 thank you... bit of bravery now, please... we will welcome my niece, Florrie, with my son, Varick, and Florries mother, Alice Everheart... Jul 28 22:00:37 * Morgan watches the crowd for a moment before looking to Alice Jul 28 22:02:22 *Alice brings up Florrie and Varick. Varick is holding her hand, and has a fiercely protective look on his face as he surveys the crowd. There are gasps at the little girls appearance. Alice sticks close to her* Jul 28 22:03:30 * Morgan nods a little Jul 28 22:03:59 As I said... we welcome Florrie into our family with love... Jul 28 22:05:58 *he hears nothing but quiet from them, people visibly shocked. Florrie looks out before shaking her head and moving to Alice who picks her up* Jul 28 22:06:28 * Morgan moves to them, handing Florrie a biscuit Jul 28 22:06:41 well done sweetheart... Jul 28 22:08:05 *Florrie takes it, reaching out for Morgan* Ballhead, when going? Jul 28 22:08:31 soon, sweetheart... do you want to go with Varick and your mama and Vati and Mina where its quiet? Jul 28 22:09:36 *there’s a few sniffles in the audience. Florrie nods, trying to get down* Jul 28 22:09:54 * Morgan nods, stroking her hair before looking to the crowd Jul 28 22:10:32 I'm sure you can understand this is quite a lot of people for someone so young, so we'll let them depart the stage while I finish up here Jul 28 22:12:19 *the people nod. Florrie does something surprising, going to Mina, who is the only one who looks to be smiling, her parents both looking serious. She takes Mina’s hand, staying close and just behind Mina’s big skirts. Mina looks a little surprised in her micro expressions Jul 28 22:13:15 * Morgan looks to Edward before nodding slightly toward the side of the stage, looking back to the crowd Jul 28 22:14:18 *Edward carefully encourages them to go, Varick holding Alice’s hand whilst still looking protective. They go into the room down from the stage* Jul 28 22:14:37 * Morgan smiles a little Jul 28 22:16:10 my son is very protective... now... some easier things, I think... I had a friend in Avalon who had lost his wife... literally lost her... she'd gone missing years ago and he was searching all over Theah for her. Before we sailed for Capperlucia, we managed to find her and reunite them... Jul 28 22:17:24 *there are smiles to this, though he can see HH working his charm on the more upset people* Jul 28 22:17:42 $problem?$ Jul 28 22:18:26 $they’re sad, man. It’s okay$ Jul 28 22:20:16 What we didn't really know when we first knew him was that he is the crown prince of Capperlucia... and his wife, the woman we rescued, was their queen... She'd had a knock to the head and couldn't even remember who she was.. With certain events, she had had a child, just months old when we rescued her... we helped taking turns looking after the baby on our immense journey to their lands, and we grew so very fond of him... Jul 28 22:22:17 *people are nodding, but Morgan’s life since returning to Eisen a year ago must seem more like a fairytale to these simple folks, just as it would have been for Dietlinde * Jul 28 22:24:42 It was decided that, becaues of the circumstances, the boy, who we had come to love by this point and, if the way he looked at us was any way to judge, he loved us too... it was felt that perhaps it would be better if he stayed with us... Jul 28 22:25:10 *this brings them back to smiling now* Jul 28 22:26:06 to make it all official, we have adopted him... both he and Varick have been baptised in our faith as well... would you like to meet him? Jul 28 22:27:09 *The people call ‘yes!’ Jul 28 22:27:23 * Morgan nods, looking to the edge of the stage Jul 28 22:27:27 [come to me please] Jul 28 22:28:14 * Adalbrecht is now known as Molly Jul 28 22:28:43 * Molly comes up on stage, carrying Emil who is looking around excitedly Jul 28 22:28:55 * Morgan watches the people Jul 28 22:29:52 *They clap, and there are lots of ‘Awww!’s. Emil beams happily, clapping too to copy them. Molly smiles at Morgan Jul 28 22:30:12 * Morgan smiles, moving to her side Jul 28 22:30:25 This, my friends... is Emil... he is my son... Jul 28 22:31:55 *they clap more. Emil grins, looking at Morgan “Vah-eee ap!” Jul 28 22:32:12 * Morgan claps a little before holding his hand up for quiet Jul 28 22:33:39 *the people do go quiet* Jul 28 22:34:14 As I was saying... he is my son... *he pulls Molly's cape open, revealing the tighter dress and placing his hand gently on her belly* and so is this... Jul 28 22:35:53 *the villagers clap and cheer this loudly* Jul 28 22:36:01 [or daughter, my love?] Jul 28 22:36:19 I suppose it -could- be a daughter but... I've got a feeling... Jul 28 22:37:07 *someone calls for three cheers, and this is given. Emil finds this hilarious* Jul 28 22:37:20 * Molly smiles proudly Jul 28 22:38:00 * Morgan smiles, stroking Emils hair before looking to his father Jul 28 22:39:07 *Adalbrecht nods, looking happy* Jul 28 22:40:26 Now, we would love to stay and talk with you all but... there is a baptism we are due to attend very soon, and we would not want to be late... Molly and I are staying in Sudlachenburg a while, so I hope we will see you all to speak with soon... Jul 28 22:41:26 *people nod, clapping again* Jul 28 22:42:05 * Morgan bows his head before gently leading Molly from the stage Jul 28 22:44:15 *Adalbrecht starts to round it up. The door to the outside is open, and the others are stood by it. Molly kisses his cheek “Well done, my love” Jul 28 22:44:50 * Morgan nods a little Jul 28 22:45:00 neither as bad nor as good as I hoped Jul 28 22:47:12 * Molly nods, heading outside into the sunshine. He hears the final applause from indoors. Florrie is still holding Mina’s hand and slowly eating a biscuit Jul 28 22:47:24 * Morgan watches Mina Jul 28 22:48:59 [I half expected a little consternation over adopting again... they rather adored Emil] Jul 28 22:49:08 *Mina looks courtly as usual. Edward looks quite stoic, aside from the slight tightness in his jaw* Jul 28 22:49:56 * Molly smiles, rubbing her nose to Emil’s “You were such a good boy, Lammchen” Jul 28 22:50:10 [thats because he is utterly adorable] Jul 28 22:50:21 [yes, he is] Jul 28 22:50:41 * Morgan kisses Molly's cheek before moving to Alice Jul 28 22:52:10 * Molly is now known as Alice Jul 28 22:52:27 * Alice looks a little bit at a loss Jul 28 22:52:34 you alright love? Jul 28 22:52:56 * Alice nods, smiling Jul 28 22:53:01 I’m okay Jul 28 22:53:13 you look a bit... at sea... Jul 28 22:53:22 * Morgan frowns Jul 28 22:53:43 that statement makes no sense for us... for landlubbers, sure... Jul 28 22:54:51 * Alice nods, smiling Jul 28 22:55:03 At sea for us would be better than normal Jul 28 22:55:30 exactly... you look at a bit of a loss... Jul 28 22:56:06 * Alice nods Jul 28 22:56:24 It wasn’t what I expected Jul 28 22:56:32 no? howso? Jul 28 22:57:48 * Alice speaks quieter Jul 28 22:58:17 I thought they’d judge me for it, but instead they were more horrified at how she looks Jul 28 22:59:16 I wouldn't say horrified... but the people... *he looks thoughtful* I didn't live in my fathers house... for a few years I had a little cottage with Dietlinde just on the outskirts of the town.. they saw Jana almost every day as she grew... Jul 28 23:00:10 * Alice nods Jul 28 23:00:38 I get why, it’s just unpleasant. I don’t want my daughter feeling bad, ever, Jul 28 23:00:48 no... I know. Nor do I Jul 28 23:01:49 They grieved as I did... you didn't see my reaction at the start... Jul 28 23:01:57 * Alice nods Jul 28 23:02:11 -Florrie- didn’t, And that’s the important bit Jul 28 23:02:17 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:02:33 yes... I suspect she'll just think it was a room full of quiet people Jul 28 23:02:42 * Morgan tilts his head Jul 28 23:02:54 maybe she'll think they react to strangers as she does... Jul 28 23:03:41 * Alice shrugs Jul 28 23:04:00 When she’s more settled I’ll ask Jul 28 23:04:05 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:04:16 its done now Jul 28 23:05:19 * Alice nods. Adalbrecht comes out Jul 28 23:06:04 *Adalbrecht has Verity on his arm* Let’s get underway, family. Jul 28 23:06:49 * Morgan squeezes Alice's hand briefly before going toward the coaches, opening the door Jul 28 23:08:06 *Everyone else gets in, only Molly left. She smiles slightly [sure you can risk it, my love?] Jul 28 23:08:15 [probably not, no] Jul 28 23:08:50 [maybe you should hold your breath, unless rubbing my bump in public has already started it?] Jul 28 23:09:01 * Morgan smiles a little Jul 28 23:09:05 [get in you minx] Jul 28 23:10:11 [Only because you’re too -cute- to torment...] *she climbs in with a smile* Jul 28 23:10:57 * Morgan smiles, shutting the door behind her before wandering over to his horse Jul 28 23:11:24 *Edward is already mounted up* Jul 28 23:12:07 * Morgan pulls himself into the saddle Jul 28 23:13:20 *Edward says nothing, waiting for the party to move out* Jul 28 23:13:56 * Morgan waits until everyone is ready before setting his horse in motion Jul 28 23:15:13 * Alice is now known as Edward Jul 28 23:15:24 * Edward walks Crusader on Jul 28 23:16:18 * Morgan shifts in his saddle to watch him Jul 28 23:17:19 * Edward rides, jaw still set Jul 28 23:17:58 Alright then Jul 28 23:19:17 * Edward looks at him Jul 28 23:19:19 yes? Jul 28 23:19:28 You'll talk when you're ready Jul 28 23:21:18 Yes, I will. Jul 28 23:22:29 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:22:34 I am here for you if you decide to Jul 28 23:24:04 Thank you. I will not vent frustration and anger upon you. You should enjoy your success. Jul 28 23:24:41 * Morgan shrugs Jul 28 23:24:47 They've just seen a ghost Jul 28 23:25:59 No, they have seen -a child- with feelings and an already shy nature. Jul 28 23:26:12 * Edward looks pretty cross Jul 28 23:26:40 * Morgan watches him Jul 28 23:27:23 Do you remember what it was like here? Jul 28 23:28:57 A little Jul 28 23:29:12 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:30:39 I was explaining to Alice... these people, they saw Jana every day, saw her growing... they grieved her loss... and now to be confronted with a little girl who looks just like her... hell, when I first saw her, I wondered if it was possible to die from heartbreak... Jul 28 23:33:01 * Edward looks at him “With all the love in the world, my brother, I do not want to get into this. I ask that you give me time to deal with my own response. Jul 28 23:34:05 * Morgan does respond, just moves his horse away and slows down Jul 28 23:35:13 * Edward continues to ride on as he was Jul 28 23:35:34 * Morgan waits until he's at the back of the procession Jul 28 23:35:46 *he soon is* Jul 28 23:36:11 * Morgan rides quietly, looking around Jul 28 23:38:07 *it’s peaceful, but the procession takes the route past the turnings to the clearing where Martha and David now live instead of him, Dietlinde and Jana * Jul 28 23:38:45 * Morgan just plods along quietly Jul 28 23:40:26 *their little party gets back on the grounds and to the family chapel. Edward is helping the women and children out* Jul 28 23:40:45 * Morgan hands off his horse to a groom before standing out of the way Jul 28 23:42:51 *Grendlik comes over carrying his son* Thank you for agreeing to be godfather. After everything the three of you did to help see Matthias into the world it seemed fitting Jul 28 23:43:15 * Morgan shakes his head Jul 28 23:43:19 its our honour Jul 28 23:44:29 *Grendlik smiles at the sleeping baby* There is nothing more precious than a child Jul 28 23:44:46 no... there isn't Jul 28 23:46:49 *Grendlik looks to where Jarvie is chatting with Uinise and Claudia, and he smiles* She’s been looking forward to this day for a long time Jul 28 23:47:01 escaping from my father? Jul 28 23:47:50 * Edward is now known as Grendlik Jul 28 23:47:59 Yes, my Lord Jul 28 23:48:28 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:48:32 I'm not surprised Jul 28 23:49:10 She’s happy now that he has been weaned to the wet nurse and she has her body back Jul 28 23:49:59 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:50:13 What are your plans while she is off sailing the fastest ship afloat? Jul 28 23:52:23 Overseeing cargo from the docks and managing my investments at the orphanage. I may buy another ship Jul 28 23:52:36 oh really? Jul 28 23:54:12 I am considering it. I am not in a rush, Fatherhood is my priority Jul 28 23:54:26 * Morgan nods Jul 28 23:54:50 You will relish that Jul 28 23:55:00 * Morgan has quit (Quit: Konversation terminated!)