**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Aug 24 00:04:50 2024 Aug 24 00:04:50 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Aug 24 15:58:19 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Aug 24 16:01:04 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Aug 24 16:01:15 *There’s only one person here, in his and Molly’s room Aug 24 16:01:15 * Morgan heads that way Aug 24 16:01:15 *the door is shut* Aug 24 16:01:15 * Morgan opens it quietly Aug 24 16:01:15 *it’s locked* Aug 24 16:01:17 * Mina is now known as Molly Aug 24 16:01:19 * Morgan frowns, knocking Aug 24 16:01:21 Oh! Just a moment Aug 24 16:01:23 * Molly comes to unlock the door Aug 24 16:01:25 * Morgan waits quietly Aug 24 16:01:27 * Molly opens it. She’s fully dressed Aug 24 16:01:29 Sorry, my love Aug 24 16:01:31 Why was the door locked? Aug 24 16:01:33 * Molly blushes Aug 24 16:01:35 I required a little privacy, and then forgot it was still locked Aug 24 16:01:37 So napping is not what you were doing... Aug 24 16:01:41 * Molly moves back into the room a little Aug 24 16:01:43 Uhh no... it wasn’t Aug 24 16:01:45 I see Aug 24 16:01:47 I did not wish to be a nuisance. Inga implied your thoughts might have been running in that direction, but then, of course, Mina ruined that, just as Edward had ruined your mood yesterday Aug 24 16:01:49 * Morgan nods Aug 24 16:01:51 What did you say to Mina? Aug 24 16:02:39 * Molly goes to sit in a chair by the window. It’s all tidy, aside from one of those cream flannels bunched up beside the wash bowl Aug 24 16:03:31 That her actions were hurtful, and try to manage or meddle in your healing will not only damage her relationship with you, but also with me Aug 24 16:03:48 I see Aug 24 16:04:01 That is a disappointment? Aug 24 16:04:25 Only inso much as it was necessary Aug 24 16:04:45 * Molly pulls her shoes to her, opening them up in preparation for putting them on Aug 24 16:04:52 She came to find you? Aug 24 16:05:00 * Morgan nods Aug 24 16:05:09 She did. I was visiting the graves Aug 24 16:05:15 * Molly nods Aug 24 16:05:24 I’ve yet to do so, but I will Aug 24 16:06:17 * Morgan nods Aug 24 16:06:21 We've time Aug 24 16:07:59 * Molly nods, tidying the toes of her stockings so they’ll lie flat Aug 24 16:08:10 How have things been left between you? Aug 24 16:09:21 She's apologised Aug 24 16:09:38 I've tried to help her understand why I was so upset Aug 24 16:10:07 * Molly nods, bending to pull on her shoes, which looks more difficult than before she was pregnant Aug 24 16:10:15 And did she? Aug 24 16:10:29 I think so... do you want some help with that? Aug 24 16:10:45 No, it’s fine, my love, I can manage Aug 24 16:11:31 * Morgan shrugs Aug 24 16:11:32 Alright Aug 24 16:12:38 * Molly watches him Aug 24 16:12:53 If you -wanted- to do it, you should have said Aug 24 16:13:22 If you're spoiling for some sort of fight, stow it. I've had enough of pushy attitudes today Aug 24 16:13:55 I do not want to fight at all. I am feeling frustrated here Aug 24 16:14:36 Why? Aug 24 16:16:00 Because this isn’t home. I want to start making Hafenlohr ours, to deal with my housekeeper, review the household accounts, set menus, plan for redecoration, and prepare things for when the baby comes. Aug 24 16:18:36 But you knew this would be the situation Aug 24 16:20:31 * Molly gets both shoes pulled on “Yes, I did. But I didn’t account for all the constant problems stirred up by others. I am so entirely, utterly, fed up and done with having to set aside everything because they are causing you distress” Aug 24 16:21:50 * Morgan scowls Aug 24 16:21:51 I see Aug 24 16:22:12 That is not a criticism of you, it is a criticism of them. Aug 24 16:23:05 Didn't feel that way Aug 24 16:23:18 * Molly ties her shoes Aug 24 16:24:40 I wish they would just stop. I nearly told Mina that this behaviour of hers was going to cause me deep frustration when I am increasing and want to enjoy my husband’s attentions for the few months that remain Aug 24 16:25:12 * Morgan nods Aug 24 16:25:16 She'd have deserved it Aug 24 16:25:39 * Molly nods, smoothing down her skirt Aug 24 16:27:27 It feels very unfair. I know that her behaviour to you far exceeds the trouble she is giving me, but for the love of god I want to pull out my own hair over it all. I am not someone who bears such frustration with ease, and pregnancy makes me less so. Aug 24 16:30:23 * Morgan sighs Aug 24 16:30:26 Do you want to go home? Aug 24 16:30:43 No. I have a very important duty here Aug 24 16:32:02 * Morgan nods Aug 24 16:32:03 Alright Aug 24 16:33:33 I just want things to be calm enough that I am not having to plead a nap to deal with a situation made by the tantrums of grown adults Aug 24 16:34:10 * Morgan nods slightly, rolling his shoulders Aug 24 16:34:16 I'll take my tantruming elsewhere then Aug 24 16:34:25 * Molly looks frustrated Aug 24 16:34:50 I meant Edward and Mina! Are you sure it is not you spoiling for an argument? Aug 24 16:35:41 I'm not the one describing the conflicts I've had as tantrums... Aug 24 16:37:40 * Molly stands up “I do not mean to diminish your feelings, but why can they not just let things be?! We -have- moved on as best we can. The villagers -are- entitled to hurt feelings about Florrie’s looks, even if it makes Edward feel protective and resentful.” Aug 24 16:38:02 * Morgan shrugs Aug 24 16:38:22 Their own feelings are obviously more important than anyone elses Aug 24 16:39:07 * Molly watches him a moment “Should I be reading more into that statement?” Aug 24 16:40:33 * Morgan sighs Aug 24 16:40:52 I'm going into the village, I've had enough of everyone spoiling for a fight today Aug 24 16:40:58 * Morgan moves to the door Aug 24 16:41:07 I do not want you to do that. Aug 24 16:42:44 * Morgan grinds his teeth Aug 24 16:43:56 Fine. I'll stay, I'll do as I'm bloody told Aug 24 16:45:58 I would like for you to come to the music room with me. I am missing you, I am feeling like everything is pulling you away from me, and we are here where so much happened for you but this time I am with child. I feel -vulnerable-, and what usually settles and grounds me is not something that is welcome. Aug 24 16:47:11 If you wish Aug 24 16:48:37 * Molly watches him a moment. Though her expression remains serious, her micro-expressions reveal pain and worry “perhaps there will be a violin you could play?” Aug 24 16:48:50 * Morgan shrugs Aug 24 16:50:01 *he hears one of the doors in the Veisgraf Wing open* Aug 24 16:50:33 Are you in pain? Aug 24 16:51:39 Not physically, no. My heart is sore. Aug 24 16:52:16 Me nods slightly, looking toward the door Aug 24 16:52:42 *He hears someone go into the nursery Aug 24 16:52:56 * Morgan frowns, opening the door and moving toward the noise Aug 24 16:53:31 *Edward is in there, in the room Florrie uses* Aug 24 16:53:57 What are you looking for? Aug 24 16:54:09 * Molly is now known as Edward Aug 24 16:54:13 * Edward jumps Aug 24 16:55:33 Don’t sneak up on people like that! Florrie managed to slip over in some animal excrement, I dread to think from what, but she refuses to come in to get changed because she thinks I will leave her here. Aug 24 16:56:09 I see Aug 24 16:56:28 * Edward nods, finding some clothes for her Aug 24 16:56:35 Have I interrupted? Aug 24 16:57:01 Not really Aug 24 16:58:47 * Edward nods, smiling “I will make myself scarce. Mina is not here? I thought she was to keep Molly company whilst I spent time with Florrie?” Aug 24 16:59:09 No, she has gone to look at portraits with mother Aug 24 16:59:46 * Edward nods “She will enjoy that. Molly is well?” Aug 24 17:00:44 * Morgan watches him for a moment Aug 24 17:00:51 You're wasting time with your daughter Aug 24 17:02:09 * Edward looks suddenly more serious “What is amiss? I would speculate that you are trying to be rid of me for illicit purposes, but I think we are past subtle hints and into innuendo at the very least” Aug 24 17:02:36 It can wait. Go. Aug 24 17:04:55 * Edward shakes his head “And spend my time with her wondering what has you taking that tone with me? Perhaps this morning has caused a backslide in our relationship on your part. A nobleman doesn’t openly weep where the staff could see him, I understand if you have lost some of the respect for me I have sought to cultivate.” Aug 24 17:05:35 * Morgan frowns Aug 24 17:06:58 Edward... nothing has changed with us. I am having a bad day, and I'm in foul humour. Aug 24 17:08:32 * Edward nods “I have interrupted some of the wifely tenderness that seems to help then. Alright, I shall take my leave of you. I am grateful to you for this morning, and I hope your spirits are easily revived” Aug 24 17:08:57 * Morgan nods Aug 24 17:09:29 Take a skin of water and find some dock leaves... it'll help get her clean Aug 24 17:11:22 * Edward nods, smiling “The times Potts has ended up similarly in disarray have set me in good stead. Until later then” Aug 24 17:11:35 * Morgan nods, letting him go Aug 24 17:11:45 * Edward is now known as Molly Aug 24 17:12:21 * Molly is watching from the window in their room as she reseats her hair pins Aug 24 17:13:16 * Morgan watches her, waiting Aug 24 17:14:58 * Molly finishes up before watching him sadly “We can go to the music room?” Aug 24 17:15:05 If you wish Aug 24 17:15:12 * Molly nods Aug 24 17:15:16 Thank you Aug 24 17:15:39 * Morgan nods slightly, heading in that direction Aug 24 17:16:29 *They pass a few staff, and Molly asks for a tea tray to be bought, and for word to be passed to Inga that they are there incase Emil needs her* Aug 24 17:18:00 * Morgan pushes the door open, going inside Aug 24 17:20:26 *The music room still has the large fake vines and the big white piano that it did when he first brought her here before they were married, a place where they had managed time alone within his busy schedule, and where they’d come to a place of tense conversation when she’d mentioned indirectly about intimacy and having children Aug 24 17:21:42 * Molly goes straight to the piano, carefully lifting the lid. Compared to how tentatively she’ Aug 24 17:22:26 d first approached it only to reveal her surprising skill at it, she seems extremely confident Aug 24 17:23:01 * Morgan watches her, moving to a seat Aug 24 17:24:16 * Molly sits down, and begins to play. The piano is in tune, but doesn’t sound quite as nice as the one Faulk gave her that sits at home in Hafenlohr’s music room Aug 24 17:25:34 * Morgan listens quietly Aug 24 17:27:10 *She transitions from a formal Avalonian piece to that song he’d handwritten the music for for her, though she doesn’t sing it, just plays Aug 24 17:27:44 * Morgan doesn't interrupt Aug 24 17:29:53 * Molly plays a few other things before she seems to run out of steam for it Aug 24 17:30:24 would you sit with me? Aug 24 17:30:42 If that is your wish Aug 24 17:30:49 * Molly nods Aug 24 17:31:03 * Morgan gets up, moving to sit beside her Aug 24 17:31:18 * Molly rests her cheek to his arm Aug 24 17:31:39 I hate us being at odds Aug 24 17:31:49 * Morgan nods slightly Aug 24 17:32:52 I wish things could just be easy Aug 24 17:33:22 * Morgan nods Aug 24 17:34:10 If you still wish to go to the village, I will cover for you at lunch Aug 24 17:36:55 That is not what others would want Aug 24 17:37:53 Everyone will manage. Are there some sentimental places you wish to visit? Aug 24 17:38:20 No. I wanted to be away from here and everyone in it, but my own wants had to be set aside as usual Aug 24 17:38:36 * Molly sighs Aug 24 17:39:20 I hoped perhaps some time together would help. That is what you’ve said before is how you feel loved, when we are just -together- Aug 24 17:40:16 But we are not. I am here because what I wanted was to leave, and your wants came first Aug 24 17:43:09 * Molly nods “I am grateful for your kindness, but I think if it is not helping then there is no point continuing” Aug 24 17:45:05 * Morgan nods, standing up Aug 24 17:45:09 Very well Aug 24 17:46:03 I am sorry we are at this impasse, and I love you. I will be here on the estate when you return Aug 24 17:46:51 My feelings have no changed... but I'm done with everyone else dictating my actions based on their desires Aug 24 17:46:57 * Morgan moves to the door Aug 24 17:49:45 yes, my love Aug 24 17:50:35 * Morgan leaves, heading for the stables Aug 24 17:51:55 *He gets mounted up easily Aug 24 17:52:33 * Morgan sets off into the forest at a walk Aug 24 17:56:32 *He gets out a reasonable way, far enough that he doesn’t hear any of the church bells though he knows it was not long before lunch that he left. He’s very likely to also miss some or all of quiet hour* Aug 24 17:57:55 * Morgan walks the horse a little further before turning back Aug 24 18:00:27 *It’s lovely out here, the birds numerous, the wild flowers in bloom. It’d had been out this way that he’d gotten the forget me nots for her wedding bouquet Aug 24 18:01:09 * Morgan rides back toward the house slowly Aug 24 18:02:10 *He arrives at about half after one, two hours after he left* Aug 24 18:03:02 * Morgan puts the horse back in the stable, heading in toward the kitchen Aug 24 18:04:03 *The post-lunch clean up is still underway. Verity’s maid is down here with the others, though she’s sewing rather than cleaning Aug 24 18:04:38 * Morgan asks one of them for something to eat before apologising for being a nuisance Aug 24 18:05:19 *He’s given a plate by a footman* Her Excellency said you would likely be by, Your Excellency Aug 24 18:05:38 * Morgan thanks him, heading up to his parlour to eat Aug 24 18:11:20 *That is where he finds Molly, Inga, Edward, and Mina, and a smell of strong coffee Aug 24 18:11:46 * Morgan finds somewhere to sit, picking at his food Aug 24 18:12:27 shall I pour you some coffee? Aug 24 18:12:55 * Morgan nods Aug 24 18:12:56 please Aug 24 18:15:18 * Molly does so, bringing it and putting it on the table before moving away Aug 24 18:16:14 * Morgan thanks her Aug 24 18:16:41 Ed: Yes, I am considering leaving very early on Thursday, though I am undecided whether it is best to take my leave of Florrie the night before, or whether to go a little later so she is awake to see me leave Aug 24 18:16:59 * Molly takes her seat across the room again Aug 24 18:17:48 Mina: I think you should consult with Alice and decide together, Eddie. She will know Florrie and her needs best Aug 24 18:19:47 *Edward nods, sipping his coffee* I think you’re right, sweetheart. Minimising her distress is important to me. Aug 24 18:20:12 She's going to find it exceptionally difficult Aug 24 18:24:02 *Edward nods* Indeed she will. I only hope our return at the end of July will be a comfort Aug 24 18:24:22 * Morgan nods, eating Aug 24 18:25:04 Will you come to us at home, or will you come here? Aug 24 18:25:43 *Edward looks to Morgan* where do you anticipate your family will be then? Aug 24 18:35:10 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Aug 24 18:37:43 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Aug 24 18:53:33 I'm not entirely sure Aug 24 18:55:02 *Inga smiles shyly* I think Heinzharold and I will be at Hafenlohr. We want to get the house in order because it’ll be finished soon Aug 24 18:56:17 And then you can move in your first piece of furniture... Aug 24 18:57:11 *Inga nods* We want it perfect before we come back here for Molly’s confinement Aug 24 18:59:26 Green for the kitchen? Aug 24 19:00:05 Inga shakes her head: cream, it keeps the light better and it’s easier to cook by Aug 24 19:00:35 * Morgan nods Aug 24 19:02:29 Edward: Pink for the bedroom? Lady Dekker tells me that is the only good colour for it Aug 24 19:02:56 * Molly smiles thoughtfully as she sips her coffee Aug 24 19:03:05 I'm inclined to disagree Aug 24 19:03:55 Are you thinking of changing it? Aug 24 19:04:00 inga* Aug 24 19:04:30 Yellow I think Aug 24 19:05:19 Inga: That won’t match the rug, but if you have no other use for it Heinzharold and I would Aug 24 19:05:49 * Molly doesn’t look up from her coffee Aug 24 19:06:13 [well... thats that surprise out the window] Aug 24 19:06:26 Worth considering Aug 24 19:08:24 [did she mean the one that we ummm... had to throw away before we went to Izamelous’ play?] Aug 24 19:08:50 [No, I think she means it won't fit with the yellow room] Aug 24 19:10:22 [oh! Oh, my love...] Aug 24 19:10:43 * Morgan sips his coffee Aug 24 19:11:09 Mina: I like soft warm colours in the bedroom... shades of cream and tan, some pinks accents here and there Aug 24 19:11:29 *the others nod, no one seeming to see any innuendo in it* Aug 24 19:11:52 * Morgan glances at them, smirking slightly before eating Aug 24 19:12:12 *Mina glances at Morgan, smiling slightly* Aug 24 19:12:40 I am quite content provided it is clean and quiet Aug 24 19:14:02 * Morgan nods a little Aug 24 19:15:12 *Inga finishes her coffee* I should go back to Heinzharold’s Aug 24 19:16:16 I'll arrange a carriage for you Aug 24 19:17:31 *Inga says goodbye to everyone before waiting for Morgan in the hall * Aug 24 19:17:48 * Morgan stuffs some ham in his mouth before following her out Aug 24 19:19:29 * Molly is now known as Inga Aug 24 19:19:46 you don’t have to take me down, you know Aug 24 19:20:16 I said I'd get you a ride home Aug 24 19:20:26 * Inga nods Aug 24 19:20:49 * Inga nods Aug 24 19:21:44 Molly says I might be the only one you’ve not been at odds with, unless you’re angry I was telling her what you were saying on the way over here Aug 24 19:21:55 * Morgan shakes his head Aug 24 19:21:58 I'm not, no Aug 24 19:22:08 * Inga looks relieved Aug 24 19:22:30 Good, I wouldn’t want to have to tell Heinzharold you were cross with me too Aug 24 19:23:03 He'd just come and tell me off Aug 24 19:23:22 * Inga nods Aug 24 19:23:36 He would, he always defends me Aug 24 19:24:42 * Morgan nods Aug 24 19:24:43 aye Aug 24 19:25:15 * Inga smiles “He’s good to me” Aug 24 19:25:31 He loves you, thats all there is to it Aug 24 19:25:38 * Inga nods Aug 24 19:26:00 I don’t ever doubt it, it’s really nice Aug 24 19:26:42 * Morgan nods Aug 24 19:26:44 aye Aug 24 19:27:17 * Inga is careful on the stairs as they go down Aug 24 19:27:43 * Morgan takes her arm Aug 24 19:28:38 * Inga smiles “Thank you. I’m always careful after that warning dream, Thirteen is too precious to us to risk anything that could hurt him” Aug 24 19:29:03 * Morgan nods Aug 24 19:29:14 Got you using that too huh Aug 24 19:31:14 * Inga nods Aug 24 19:31:22 It’s as good as anything Aug 24 19:31:50 * Morgan nods, collaring a footman and asking a carriage to take Inga home is prepared Aug 24 19:32:56 *The footman goes on ahead* Aug 24 19:33:32 Heinzharold will welcome you if you want to escape a while... Aug 24 19:34:41 No, he'll push me to just letting them off the hook Aug 24 19:35:09 He’d tell you to go swive your wife. Aug 24 19:35:23 Possibly... Aug 24 19:36:52 He and Molly are alike in that. He’d also tell you that Edward and Mina will be gone in less than forty eight hours so no big deal, but what he’d be doing is nudging you to realising that time’s running out Aug 24 19:37:17 * Morgan sighs Aug 24 19:37:45 I know... but sometimes... sometimes they deserve to experience the fallout, rather than me just... swallowing it Aug 24 19:38:44 * Inga nods Aug 24 19:39:33 I don’t have the heart for that. I can’t let anyone suffer, even if they deserve it Aug 24 19:39:58 * Morgan nods Aug 24 19:40:04 I hate it but... its just too unfair... Aug 24 19:43:16 you have to do what you think is best, I’m not going to tell you what to do Aug 24 19:43:40 But you think I'm wrong? Aug 24 19:43:57 Does it matter what I think? Aug 24 19:45:00 * Morgan nods Aug 24 19:45:05 Your opinion always matters to me Aug 24 19:47:16 I think all parties are sorry. I think Molly is pregnant, over-emotional, and horny. *she smiles* that means lascivious. Aug 24 19:48:17 You think I should let it go Aug 24 19:49:10 I would, and I’d tell Heinzharold to. But I get that you’re angry and fed up Aug 24 19:49:58 * Morgan nods, sighing Aug 24 19:50:49 what would-you- tell Heinzharold to do? Aug 24 19:51:18 We've already established I'm not exactly a good role model in things like this Aug 24 19:52:08 what would Da tell you? Aug 24 19:52:30 Probably exactly what you did Aug 24 19:54:18 * Inga shrugs “what is the end goal of continuing like this? Is it to have Mina and Molly beg for your forgiveness, or to cry? Or just for them to keep hurting?” Aug 24 19:55:31 Neither. I'm just... tired of it Aug 24 19:55:51 * Inga nods Aug 24 19:57:29 *The smallest coach with just one driver and horse is pulled up* Aug 24 19:58:05 Here we are then... Aug 24 19:58:11 * Inga nods Aug 24 19:58:41 Heinzharold is going to be wondering why I missed Quiet Hour Aug 24 19:58:51 * Morgan nods Aug 24 19:59:01 I'll apologies to him next time I see him Aug 24 19:59:07 * Inga nods Aug 24 19:59:17 He’ll complain that his wrist is sore Aug 24 19:59:55 * Morgan nods Aug 24 20:00:06 Maybe Emmilene has some tincture he can put on it Aug 24 20:00:19 * Inga giggles Aug 24 20:00:37 She’d probably tell him to stop messing with himself Aug 24 20:00:58 * Morgan nods Aug 24 20:01:00 I know Aug 24 20:02:06 * Inga hugs him and kisses his cheek* Aug 24 20:03:18 * Morgan does likewise before helping her into the carriage Aug 24 20:04:10 * Inga gets in before saying “They love you, Morgan” Aug 24 20:05:02 * Morgan nods Aug 24 20:05:03 I know Aug 24 20:05:09 That why it hurts so much Aug 24 20:05:45 Heinzharold and I love you too, you can always come to us Aug 24 20:06:05 * Morgan nods Aug 24 20:06:10 Thank you love... Aug 24 20:06:45 * Inga waits for him to send the coach off Aug 24 20:07:05 * Morgan tosses a guilder to the driver "get her home safe" Aug 24 20:07:34 *the man drives on Aug 24 20:08:29 * Morgan watches until the coach is at the end of the drive before heading back inside Aug 24 20:10:18 *Edward, Mina, and Molly remain in the parlour* Aug 24 20:12:24 * Morgan goes in, picking up his coffee and plate before going to sit with them Aug 24 20:13:44 *the women look tense. Edward looks to be keeping an eye on all participants * Aug 24 20:14:26 * Morgan eats a little Aug 24 20:15:23 *Edward makes the Talk In Private gesture than Morgan taught him* Aug 24 20:15:48 * Morgan sips his coffee, frowning Aug 24 20:16:53 Ed: Ladies, could you visit the nursery and see if the children are awake? Aug 24 20:17:11 Make a bit of noise on the way it'll guarantee it Aug 24 20:17:46 *Molly and Mina both stand, going out. Edward waits until they’ve closed the door before taking out his flask and opening it* Aug 24 20:17:50 * Inga is now known as Edward Aug 24 20:18:26 Our first officers are fractious Aug 24 20:18:41 Seems that way Aug 24 20:19:27 * Edward nods, offering Morgan the flask Aug 24 20:19:48 * Morgan shakes his head Aug 24 20:21:12 I will not tell you how to sail your ship, of course, but my first officer is distressed, and I would see that resolved. I understand from them that she has hurt you badly Aug 24 20:21:24 * Morgan nods Aug 24 20:21:26 She has Aug 24 20:21:58 What can she do beyond her apology to make that up to you, or at least achieve an accord? Aug 24 20:22:31 * Morgan shakes his head Aug 24 20:22:53 The problem is, after we spoke, I came back here and fell out with Molly... its like I just can't get a break Aug 24 20:24:58 The situation with Molly has been, albeit vaguely, explained to me, and appears to have been a fit of pique and frustration. She is unsettled here, and there seems to be an appeal for comfort that has manifested as a tantrum Aug 24 20:29:21 * Morgan nods Aug 24 20:29:23 correct Aug 24 20:30:28 * Edward sips the alcohol before closing it Aug 24 20:30:37 Again, that is your ship Aug 24 20:31:48 I grew tired of being... manipulated, my actions dictated Aug 24 20:32:19 They are women, a degree of manipulation is how they communicate and function Aug 24 20:33:14 * Morgan watches him, sipping his coffee Aug 24 20:35:30 I would like the situation with my wife resolved. I am leading her towards a place of accepting she has erred but of acceptance. Quite frankly, I have little time left with my daughter. Should fate part she and I permanently, I do not want to have spent my final hours with her having this situation taking my time and attention Aug 24 20:36:37 * Morgan folds his arms Aug 24 20:37:02 And what is it -you- want me to do? Aug 24 20:39:25 Reconcile with Mimi. She is sorry Aug 24 20:39:35 I was under the impression I had Aug 24 20:41:11 She thought so, until you were absent. Despite Molly explaining some of your conflict, Mimi feels responsible Aug 24 20:41:40 So it is not reconcilliation but reassurance? Aug 24 20:44:41 If the situation is resolved for you, yes Aug 24 20:45:15 Very well Aug 24 20:47:00 * Edward nods Aug 24 20:47:18 I can assume you and I have no conflict? Aug 24 20:47:24 You can Aug 24 20:48:35 Then all there is to resolve is your situation with your first officer, before moaning becomes mutiny Aug 24 20:48:43 * Edward smiles a little Aug 24 20:50:12 * Morgan sighs Aug 24 20:50:13 Apparently so Aug 24 20:50:54 * Edward takes up his coffee Aug 24 20:51:15 Perhaps what your wife needs is not dissimilar to what mine does Aug 24 20:51:30 That being? Aug 24 20:51:36 reassurance Aug 24 20:52:59 * Morgan nods Aug 24 20:53:00 Perhaps Aug 24 20:53:38 Why are you resistant to that? Aug 24 20:53:51 I didn't say I was Aug 24 20:54:39 * Edward nods Aug 24 20:55:35 Good. Mina and I will look after the children a while if you need to speak to Molly Aug 24 20:56:17 * Morgan nods Aug 24 20:56:21 We won't need long Aug 24 20:57:48 * Edward nods Aug 24 20:58:03 Shall I ask her to meet you in here, or in your room? Aug 24 20:58:57 Emil won't be happy at not being able to feed immediately Aug 24 21:00:40 * Edward nods “Finally I see the benefits of a wet nurse.” Aug 24 21:00:54 I don't believe it to be worth the cost Aug 24 21:01:22 Around the price of an experienced Lady’s Maid, I’m told Aug 24 21:01:55 At the cost of their bond... Aug 24 21:04:03 * Edward nods “Few matters will be guided as intensely by the first officer as those of the birthing and feeding of my heirs” Aug 24 21:04:56 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:05:04 No, I would imagine not Aug 24 21:06:43 * Edward stands Aug 24 21:07:26 I’ll rock my Godson for a while if he wakes, and hope your ship can be brought back to harmony Aug 24 21:07:40 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:07:41 Alright Aug 24 21:08:39 * Edward inclines his head before leaving the room Aug 24 21:09:29 * Morgan eats a little more, waiting Aug 24 21:11:01 * Edward is now known as Molly Aug 24 21:11:19 * Molly arrives a minute later, gently shutting the door Aug 24 21:11:26 Edward said you wanted me Aug 24 21:11:53 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:11:57 I'd like to be done with this Aug 24 21:12:03 As would I Aug 24 21:12:12 Very well then Aug 24 21:13:20 * Molly nods “Alright” Aug 24 21:14:01 * Morgan puts the coffee aside, standing up and opening his arms Aug 24 21:14:59 * Molly moves to him, gently hugging him Aug 24 21:15:25 * Morgan wraps his arms around her, hugging her firmly Aug 24 21:16:54 I hate to be at odds, and I just... I just wish to be somewhere where we can enjoy life Aug 24 21:18:07 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:18:09 I know Aug 24 21:20:41 I miss you. I miss how things are between us when things are at their easiest. It’s not just about sexual congress, it’s being close like this, and being playful together. Aug 24 21:21:19 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:21:25 I know. I don't like it either Aug 24 21:21:38 * Molly nods Aug 24 21:23:28 I am finding it difficult here. My pregnancy complicates my relationship with my parents, and it feels a little like an intrusion here, like people might think I seek to fill your nest and erase the memory of Jana and Dietlinde. I feel like I am overxstepping, and I had not felt that until now Aug 24 21:23:43 No-one feels that Aug 24 21:24:10 I hope not, but it is still a concern Aug 24 21:25:21 When I was in town trying to reassure people about Florrie, there was nothing but congratulations for us... Aug 24 21:26:27 * Molly nods, sigh8ng Aug 24 21:26:38 it is my own issue then Aug 24 21:26:59 Its understandable... but it is incorrect Aug 24 21:28:10 I am going to do better at not mentioning my desires so that we do not come to this point again Aug 24 21:29:02 Don't be silly. You just... it came out like a tantrum and a demand, when I was already in an awful place Aug 24 21:30:11 I am sorry. I was feeling upset and disappointed, and I spoke out of turn Aug 24 21:31:11 * Morgan kisses her crown Aug 24 21:31:36 It was not what I needed right then Aug 24 21:31:53 * Molly nods Aug 24 21:34:00 If Inga hadn’t been sharing confidences with me, it might have been easier, but I was anticipating your desire which seems lessened here in Sudlachenburg, so to discover that yet again someone else had spoiled it was very upsetting Aug 24 21:34:20 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:34:22 I know Aug 24 21:35:40 I suppose... it feels like simply being here reduces your wishing to be so close to me. I know that sounds sillly... Aug 24 21:35:58 Its entirely wrong Aug 24 21:36:05 * Molly nods Aug 24 21:37:15 Things have always seemed less easy here... more complicated. Aug 24 21:37:23 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:37:27 I suppose they are Aug 24 21:37:45 There are more memories for you here Aug 24 21:38:28 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:38:29 There are Aug 24 21:38:54 * Molly nods Aug 24 21:40:13 *she sounds sad and weary when she confides* In the most insecure parts of my heart, it makes me worried that you will feel less contented with our marriage, less contented with me... Aug 24 21:41:18 No, love, not at all Aug 24 21:41:36 * Molly nods, but stays quiet Aug 24 21:45:18 We're alright Aug 24 21:45:44 * Molly just holds on to him “I cannot manage without you, my love” Aug 24 21:47:40 You dont have to Aug 24 21:49:07 * Molly nods Aug 24 21:49:30 I used to be more resilient and self-reliant. Aug 24 21:50:34 I seem to recall us having discussed that before Aug 24 21:53:02 * Molly nods “I still am those things, I just do not need to use them as much now I have your protection” Aug 24 21:53:48 * Morgan nods Aug 24 21:53:49 Indeed Aug 24 21:55:10 * Molly nods, putting her ear over his heart Aug 24 21:56:27 I do not want to fight like this again. I know you cannot always make love to me, but I am by nature a woman who needs to be held and cherished, and that can happen without sex. Aug 24 21:57:03 Yes... but you cannot make those demands while having a tantrum Aug 24 21:57:17 I understand Aug 24 21:58:26 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:00:06 I will always give you that reassurance, you just need to -ask-... Aug 24 22:00:13 * Molly nods Aug 24 22:01:12 I will endeavour to do so, though the waves of my emotions are spectacular and unpredictable in this state *she pushes her belly gently against him* Aug 24 22:01:21 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:01:24 They are indeed Aug 24 22:04:08 That is not what you expected? You thought I would be more restful, settled by impending Motherhood, perhaps just a little more affectionate and loving? Aug 24 22:04:26 To be fair... that is what you are at home Aug 24 22:05:56 Things here are unsettled, complicated Aug 24 22:06:55 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:06:56 I know Aug 24 22:07:46 * Molly sighs, relaxing Aug 24 22:09:36 I think I’m going to take a bath once Emil is fed. You will tell me if you need me, yes? Aug 24 22:10:01 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:10:06 I do need you to settle things with Mina Aug 24 22:10:23 How so? Aug 24 22:10:46 The two of you are not at odds? Aug 24 22:11:01 We talked whilst you were absent Aug 24 22:11:53 Right, okay Aug 24 22:14:11 we are fine Aug 24 22:14:45 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:16:33 I told your Father you had gone out by yourself for a while Aug 24 22:17:33 * Morgan sighs Aug 24 22:17:38 No doubt he'll require an explanation Aug 24 22:18:49 tell him the truth Aug 24 22:19:33 Maybe Aug 24 22:19:53 * Molly smiles against his chest Aug 24 22:20:31 Tell him we argued about sexual frequency, he will soon ask you to explain never again Aug 24 22:22:21 That is not true Aug 24 22:23:58 Any mention of sex at all should make him mind his business, especially now the heir he seeks is well in progress Aug 24 22:24:13 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:24:14 Maybe Aug 24 22:25:50 * Molly loosens her grip, looking up at him Aug 24 22:26:01 You’ll wish to see Mina now? Aug 24 22:26:07 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:26:09 I suppose so Aug 24 22:26:26 * Molly smiles Aug 24 22:26:36 I suppose I should let you go then Aug 24 22:26:41 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:26:42 I'm afraid so Aug 24 22:26:56 * Molly does so Aug 24 22:27:39 I’ll come with you Aug 24 22:28:19 alright Aug 24 22:32:37 * Molly brushes down her dress, and follows him to the nursery. Edward is indeed rocking Emil, who is sucking his fingers. Florrie is setting up her tea set, and Mina is explaining exactly where things go at a formal tea for Ladies Aug 24 22:33:13 * Morgan watches them for a moment Aug 24 22:34:29 *Molly following him in must somehow alert Emil, because he starts wailing. Edward looks at the child with puzzlement Aug 24 22:35:12 * Morgan smiles a little Aug 24 22:35:27 Dont fret, Edward... its entirely a ploy Aug 24 22:35:54 Edward tries to rock and soothe: What settles him? Aug 24 22:36:05 bees Aug 24 22:36:11 * Molly comes to take him Aug 24 22:36:35 *Emil plants his face in Molly’s cleavage* Aug 24 22:36:50 *Edward laughs* Oh! I see. Aug 24 22:37:00 You used to do it apparently Aug 24 22:37:36 Ed: Fortunely I grew out of such ungentlemanly displays Aug 24 22:38:21 * Molly smiles a little at Morgan as she takes the boy to a chair Aug 24 22:38:29 * Morgan nods a little Aug 24 22:38:36 Florrie, sweetheart, can I borrow Mina for a minute? Aug 24 22:38:58 *Florrie doesn’t look impressed but she still nods* Aug 24 22:39:12 It'll only be a minute then I'll bring her back to you Aug 24 22:41:01 *florrie nods, and Mina follows Morgan* Aug 24 22:41:58 * Morgan goes out into the corridor Aug 24 22:42:31 * Molly is now known as Mina Aug 24 22:42:43 That little lass is getting rather attached to you I think Aug 24 22:43:33 It is difficult, but if she is to ever be put about in Society as Lady Koertig, these very early lessons will help Aug 24 22:44:11 She will benefit from having your guidance... but don't underestimate it... she does not form these attachments easily Aug 24 22:44:20 * Mina nods Aug 24 22:44:33 we must all contrive and do our best Aug 24 22:44:38 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:45:19 She knows nothing of society, or protocol... but you have become important to her Aug 24 22:45:31 * Mina nods Aug 24 22:45:44 I have a duty not to be the wicked stepmother. Aug 24 22:46:39 It'll come in time... Edward tells me you are concerned that we are still at odds Aug 24 22:51:08 * Mina nods Aug 24 22:51:34 I hoped we had laid it to rest, but I get the impression that is not the case Aug 24 22:52:30 You have the wrong impression. I am still heartsore, as I said, but as far as I am concerned, we are not in conflict anylonger Aug 24 22:52:43 * Mina nods Aug 24 22:53:02 Very well, thank you Aug 24 22:53:31 * Morgan watches her seriously Aug 24 22:53:38 My love for you remains unaffected Aug 24 22:54:07 * Mina nods Aug 24 22:55:10 As does mine for you, Morgan Aug 24 22:55:53 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:56:03 Best get you back, I'd rather not have her frowning at me Aug 24 22:56:31 * Mina nods Aug 24 22:56:40 Have you and Molly made up? Aug 24 22:57:03 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:57:06 We have, yes Aug 24 22:57:15 * Mina smiles Aug 24 22:57:26 That is good Aug 24 22:57:32 * Morgan nods Aug 24 22:57:34 Yes, it is Aug 24 23:00:17 I want your marriage to be very happy Aug 24 23:00:34 As I do yours Aug 24 23:00:40 * Mina smiles Aug 24 23:00:45 It already is Aug 24 23:01:20 * Morgan nods Aug 24 23:01:23 Are you ready to return? Aug 24 23:01:32 * Mina nods Aug 24 23:01:34 I am Aug 24 23:01:47 * Morgan nods, leading her back to the nursery, opening the door for her Aug 24 23:03:27 * Mina goes in, returning to Florrie. Molly is nursing Aug 24 23:03:34 [that was quick] Aug 24 23:03:51 [I promised Florrie I'd only take her away for a minute] Aug 24 23:04:48 [that’s kind of you] Aug 24 23:05:12 * Morgan shrugs a little Aug 24 23:05:17 There you go sweetheart, just a minute Aug 24 23:06:40 *Florrie nods* Okay, where this spoon go? Aug 24 23:07:22 * Mina helps her with this. Edward watches them silently Aug 24 23:08:48 * Morgan watches him discreetly Aug 24 23:10:58 *Edward looks inscrutable, body language set and untelling* Aug 24 23:11:19 [what will you do whilst I take a nice hot bath?] Aug 24 23:11:58 [I think I'll go talk with my father] Aug 24 23:15:12 [Alright, my love] Aug 24 23:15:43 Will you all excuse me... Aug 24 23:36:54 * Mina has quit (Read error: EOF from client)