**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sun Sep 29 09:54:51 2024 Sep 29 09:54:51 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Sep 29 14:21:52 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Sep 29 14:25:22 Edward will find it very hard to say goodbye Sep 29 14:25:22 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:25:22 Aye he's already struggling with it Sep 29 14:25:22 You’ll be the same when it is time to take her home? Sep 29 14:25:22 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:25:25 Aye I've no doubt Sep 29 14:25:27 * Molly gets her shoes on Sep 29 14:25:29 will you be taking them to Freiburg? Sep 29 14:25:31 * Morgan sighs Sep 29 14:25:35 I should Sep 29 14:25:37 but...? Sep 29 14:25:39 Its going to be so difficult Sep 29 14:25:41 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:25:43 But it will not be for too long Sep 29 14:25:45 No... Sep 29 14:25:47 * Molly rubs his arm “You wish she could live at Hafenlohr?” Sep 29 14:25:49 Somewhere nearer than the island Sep 29 14:25:51 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:25:53 It suits them well, but... It’s far away Sep 29 14:25:55 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:25:57 And she's come so far, being around the boys Sep 29 14:25:59 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:26:01 Yes she has, and I would love to see that continue Sep 29 14:26:05 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:26:07 Aye, me too Sep 29 14:26:09 Are you regretting giving them the house on Morgan’s Rock Sep 29 14:26:11 No... it was the right thing to do, and gives them security no matter what Sep 29 14:26:13 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:26:15 I am surprised Edward is able to not overly control that situation Sep 29 14:26:17 * Morgan nods, frowning Sep 29 14:26:19 He is... just... he feels people would not respect him if he broke down Sep 29 14:26:21 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:26:23 They all need his strength and resilience Sep 29 14:26:25 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:26:27 He needs to. Be able to feel it though Sep 29 14:26:29 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:26:31 I would struggle to let my daughter be so far away Sep 29 14:26:35 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:26:37 As would I Sep 29 14:26:39 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:26:41 It’s very difficult Sep 29 14:26:43 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:26:45 Aye Sep 29 14:26:47 he has the power to demand it Sep 29 14:26:49 And the damage it would cause? Sep 29 14:26:51 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:26:53 Very high. But... I do not think I could resist it Sep 29 14:26:55 He needs to. I made a promise. Sep 29 14:26:57 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:26:59 You did Sep 29 14:27:01 * Morgan sighs Sep 29 14:27:05 We can but wait and see Sep 29 14:27:07 Indeed. *She puts his hand on her stomach* we have our own things to concentrate on Sep 29 14:27:09 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:27:11 We do Sep 29 14:27:13 * Molly smiles, looking at his hand Sep 29 14:27:15 * Morgan looks down Sep 29 14:27:17 I love this Sep 29 14:27:19 What? Sep 29 14:27:21 Carrying your child, sharing these moments, seeing your tender heart Sep 29 14:27:23 * Morgan nods, sighing Sep 29 14:27:25 Its difficult, knowing that its going to gt hurt soon Sep 29 14:27:27 with Florrie? Sep 29 14:27:29 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:27:31 We have to enjoy the time we have with them, and then look forward to the next. And with the mirrors we can see her every day Sep 29 14:27:35 * Morgan nods a little Sep 29 14:27:37 Its not the same Sep 29 14:27:39 it’s not, I know Sep 29 14:27:41 Will you be giving the mirrors to your parents tonight? Sep 29 14:27:43 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:27:45 Aye Sep 29 14:27:47 myt. Father wants me to show him how to use it first Sep 29 14:32:20 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:32:35 we need to do it how he needs it Sep 29 14:32:41 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:32:45 Aye I suppose we do Sep 29 14:33:02 we do not want to scare him off Sep 29 14:33:10 No, that would be rather bad Sep 29 14:33:55 * Molly nods, smiling Sep 29 14:34:19 it’s important to handle Koertig men carefully Sep 29 14:34:42 * Morgan nods a little Sep 29 14:34:46 aye Sep 29 14:35:16 maybe tomorrow I’ll show you *she smirks* Sep 29 14:35:22 perhaps Sep 29 14:35:51 * Molly nods “Shall we go down for dinner?” Sep 29 14:36:13 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:36:15 Best had I suppose Sep 29 14:36:37 would you prefer that we could eat just us? Sep 29 14:36:59 To a degree, yes. But that is. Not really option Sep 29 14:37:42 no, it isn’t. At least Heinzharold and Inga are here Sep 29 14:38:13 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:38:14 aye Sep 29 14:39:10 would you like me to have a quiet word incase they just overheard? Sep 29 14:39:45 Probably an idea Sep 29 14:39:53 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:39:59 I’ll speak to her Sep 29 14:40:16 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:40:17 Alright love Sep 29 14:41:43 where is Uinise? I’ve not seen much of her Sep 29 14:42:00 Last I heard she was at Claudia's shack Sep 29 14:42:25 I rather thought she”d be devouring the library Sep 29 14:43:00 * Morgan nods Sep 29 14:43:11 I might mention it to her whenever we see her next Sep 29 14:46:17 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:46:30 I cannot imagine there is much to do at the shack! Sep 29 14:47:23 When I came past, Uinise was hanging laundry while Claudia was sharpening her sword... very domestic. Sep 29 14:48:10 hmmm... well, I suppose if they are happy... Sep 29 14:49:04 Its nothing to do with us Sep 29 14:51:54 Yes, that is true Sep 29 14:52:50 * Morgan nods, rolling his shoulders Sep 29 14:54:09 Do you think Uinise might give up everything she’s worked hard for in Capperlucia? Sep 29 14:54:31 No, I don't Sep 29 14:56:50 * Molly nods Sep 29 14:56:59 I think that would be a pity Sep 29 14:57:24 What, her giving it up? Sep 29 15:01:53 Indeed. She has given many years to make the museum a success Sep 29 15:02:28 * Morgan nods Sep 29 15:02:31 I'm inclined to agree Sep 29 15:03:37 * Molly heads towards the door Sep 29 15:03:50 She will have much to add when she returns also Sep 29 15:04:14 * Morgan nods Sep 29 15:04:17 Oh definitely Sep 29 15:10:06 * Molly smiles at him with mischief Sep 29 15:10:24 would you give up your life’s work to be with me? Sep 29 15:10:41 Given my life work is apparently to save the world... Sep 29 15:13:18 * Molly smiles Sep 29 15:13:39 Ah, that -would- be too big an ask Sep 29 15:14:27 Little bit, aye Sep 29 15:15:15 * Molly takes his hand Sep 29 15:15:47 But being a nobleman? Sep 29 15:17:17 Everyone asks me that Sep 29 15:17:29 do they? Sep 29 15:17:35 * Morgan nods Sep 29 15:17:43 Mina has, Alice has... now you... Sep 29 15:18:28 whether you’d give it up for me? Or if you would have for Dietlinde? Sep 29 15:20:19 both Sep 29 15:20:30 what do you tell them? Sep 29 15:21:42 * Morgan shrugs Sep 29 15:21:49 I don't do what ifs Sep 29 15:21:58 that is true Sep 29 15:23:14 * Morgan nods Sep 29 15:25:19 * Molly takes his hand, and they head into the main house. They pass Adalbrecht’s office where Morgan can pick up Edward and Adalbrecht talking, though not their words Sep 29 15:25:43 * Morgan instinctively slows a little Sep 29 15:25:56 * Molly looks at him Sep 29 15:26:06 Are you alright? Sep 29 15:26:32 sorry... Sep 29 15:28:18 [are you covertly gathering intelligence?] Sep 29 15:28:38 [force of habit] Sep 29 15:30:39 [shall I leave you to that?] Sep 29 15:30:55 [if you like] Sep 29 15:31:22 * Molly kisses his cheek before going Sep 29 15:31:53 * Morgan glances around before moving to listen Sep 29 15:33:31 * Molly is now known as Edward Sep 29 15:34:19 I am sorry, Father, but I have spoken with Mina before, and we cannot do it Sep 29 15:34:56 * Morgan frowns Sep 29 15:35:54 *Adalbrecht is further away, so muffled* Sep 29 15:36:16 * Edward speaks again “As would I” Sep 29 15:36:25 * Morgan sighs, knocking Sep 29 15:37:39 *Adalbrecht calls to come in* Sep 29 15:38:13 * Morgan does so, closing the door Sep 29 15:38:16 Am I interrupting? Sep 29 15:38:38 *bot(e men are sat at the desk Sep 29 15:38:51 Ad: No, you are not Sep 29 15:39:22 * Morgan smiles a little Sep 29 15:39:25 Must try harder then... Sep 29 15:39:44 A: have a seat Sep 29 15:39:56 * Morgan frowns a little, sitting down Sep 29 15:42:37 whiskey? Sep 29 15:43:33 * Morgan nods a little Sep 29 15:43:34 Please Sep 29 15:45:24 * Edward does so. Adalbrecht lights a cigar Sep 29 15:45:58 Mother and Father have asked that Mina and I stay Sep 29 15:46:12 * Morgan nods, sipping his whiskey Sep 29 15:50:32 *Adalbrecht doesn’t look very pleased* Sep 29 15:51:01 As I have explained, much as I want to remain here with my daughter, it is not possible Sep 29 15:51:21 Why? Sep 29 15:55:31 Firstly, Mimi has already made a diligent schedule for the hospitality of our peers, including our Graf and his Grace Sep 29 15:56:41 * Morgan nods a little, sipping his whiskey Sep 29 15:56:43 And... Sep 29 16:00:46 I am still expected to advise His Grace on the matter of the mixed religious marriage Sep 29 16:01:34 Uh huh Sep 29 16:04:29 * Edward hands him the whiskey Sep 29 16:04:42 Politically, it is a very bad idea for me to stay Sep 29 16:05:21 I see Sep 29 16:10:20 Ad: I appreciate the difficulties, and when Mina May be resistant to staying longer Sep 29 16:11:28 * Morgan sips his whiskey, watching them Sep 29 16:14:36 * Edward frowns Sep 29 16:15:44 You are mistaken, my Lord. My wife is not resistant to staying, and were we not expected with His Grace she would be willing to cancel her requests elsewhere Sep 29 16:17:36 What exactly are you intending to tell him? Sep 29 16:19:27 * Edward sighs Sep 29 16:20:33 The matter is still complicated, and I feel some smoothing of feathers with both priests might be needed. I am leaning towards a blessing in each church with a secular service either in the square or at His Grace’s h9me Sep 29 16:21:55 * Morgan nods a little Sep 29 16:22:09 You are going to do the feather smoothing yourself? Sep 29 16:25:23 I intend to. This is a task given especially to me by His Grace, and if I can do it to his satisfaction the improvement for my reputation will be great Sep 29 16:26:49 Dealt with a lot of vaticine priests have you? Sep 29 16:28:17 Well no, but I am not incapable as a diplomat, naturally Sep 29 16:29:40 How much time between you getting there and Zenchs wedding? Sep 29 16:32:12 We will be there on Saturday or Sunday for a couple of nights before passing through Westfeld, Heidelberg, and Goren to Graben. Then we will return to His Grace a week before the wedding Sep 29 16:33:10 * Morgan looks at the desk, sipping his whiskey Sep 29 16:36:44 What would you do, my lord? Sep 29 16:38:35 *Adalbrecht exhales the smoke slowly* Sep 29 16:39:24 Ad: Loathe as I am to encourage Edward to leave, he is correct. Giving any slight to his Eisenfurst or Graf is I’ll-advised Sep 29 16:41:35 I see your point Sep 29 16:41:39 * Edward nods, sipping his whiskey Sep 29 16:41:49 You would do differently, brother? Sep 29 16:42:59 * Morgan swirls his whiskey, watching the liquid Sep 29 16:45:17 I am not sure what I would do is wise... I've hardly proven my political acumen... Sep 29 16:46:17 Ad: The only thing I might consider is you to go in Edward’s stead Sep 29 16:46:45 * Morgan shakes his head Sep 29 16:46:55 I would advise against that Sep 29 16:47:29 Ad: Sep 29 16:48:29 Ad: why? Sep 29 16:50:03 How does that look? Who does it look like completes the task the Eisenfurst gave Edward Sep 29 16:51:00 *Adalbrecht nods: There are some risks to always positioning you in front, and disadvantages Graben Sep 29 16:51:21 * Morgan sips his whiskey Sep 29 16:51:27 Whats your Graf like? Sep 29 16:53:11 It is still early days, though he got on well with Joseff. I am reluctant to mess him around Sep 29 16:53:25 Family man? Sep 29 16:56:30 * Edward nods Sep 29 16:56:37 three grown children Sep 29 16:56:57 So... he would understand your wanting to spend more time with your daughter before she sails for home... Sep 29 16:58:17 yes... Sep 29 16:59:08 * Morgan nods slowly, sipping his whiskey Sep 29 16:59:30 His Grace is a family man... I suspect at update by letter would be acceptable... Sep 29 17:00:30 It is -risky-. Sep 29 17:00:59 Why? Sep 29 17:05:04 It looks like I am more focused on my domestic situation than my role in society and my duties to my Eisenfurst Sep 29 17:06:47 I can see why you'd think that Sep 29 17:09:25 Ad: I agree with Edward Sep 29 17:14:34 * Morgan shrugs a little Sep 29 17:14:37 It is your decision Sep 29 17:18:21 * Edward nods Sep 29 17:18:35 You would write. Sep 29 17:19:30 yes. I wouldn't be in the least bit reticent with it though Sep 29 17:21:51 * Edward frowns again Sep 29 17:22:10 I love my daughter very much Sep 29 17:22:28 You misunderstand me... Sep 29 17:23:19 do I? Sep 29 17:25:06 I meant... don't send a letter saying 'I've got an idea, I've got it in hand"... make a full report, your idea, your intentions, what you've already done, what you -will- be doing... Sep 29 17:30:40 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Sep 29 17:51:31 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Sep 29 17:54:32 I meant... don't send a letter saying 'I've got an idea, I've got it in hand"... make a full report, your idea, your intentions, what you've already done, what you -will- be doing... Sep 29 17:56:33 Ad: He would miss his visit to Graben though Sep 29 17:57:37 He lives there... he'd be back there before too much longer, and I daresay Wonks is not the sort of man to stay quiet if there are problems... Sep 29 17:59:33 * Molly is now known as Edward Sep 29 18:00:15 My Overseer is also capable, but it is my duty to see to it. It is difficult. Sep 29 18:00:46 * Morgan watches him for a moment Sep 29 18:00:53 Send a messenger, asking for a full update Sep 29 18:02:13 Perhaps we could stay a little longer, if we apologise profusely Sep 29 18:03:13 We will of course help in any way we can... Sep 29 18:03:28 * Edward nods Sep 29 18:03:37 Thank you, brother Sep 29 18:07:56 * Morgan nods, sipping his whiskey Sep 29 18:10:14 Ad: when do you anticipate taking Florrie home, Morgan? Sep 29 18:10:54 * Morgan shrugs Sep 29 18:11:01 That depends on a few things, not least Alice Sep 29 18:12:06 A: such as? Sep 29 18:12:23 Sascha for a start... Sep 29 18:14:20 Ad: Martha will be able to tell us of any progression with Sascha in a minute Sep 29 18:14:30 * Morgan nods Sep 29 18:14:46 Ive given Otto instruction to summon us if anything occurs, no matter the hour Sep 29 18:16:14 Ad: yes, these things are often inconveniently timed Sep 29 18:16:27 * Morgan shrugs Sep 29 18:16:58 It is what it is Sep 29 18:17:31 Will you be attending? Sep 29 18:18:07 I'll be... around... just in case Molly needs assistance from me Sep 29 18:20:06 Ad: Is it safe to do what she does to a newborn? Sep 29 18:20:18 * Morgan scowls slightly Sep 29 18:20:41 Thomas is alive because of her and what she can do... Sep 29 18:21:34 *Adalbrecht nods* Sep 29 18:22:21 Father, would Molly even risk hurting a child? Sep 29 18:22:32 Ad: no, of course not Sep 29 18:22:52 * Morgan stares at his drink Sep 29 18:24:08 Theres more chance of her hurting herself before she let that happen Sep 29 18:25:16 A: yes, that is true Sep 29 18:25:33 * Morgan nods, downing the rest of his drink Sep 29 18:26:01 May I have another? Sep 29 18:27:53 * Edward pours again, then tops off his and Adalbrecht’s Sep 29 18:28:50 * Morgan thanks him, taking a mouthful Sep 29 18:30:28 It pains me that you are... not suspicious... -wary- of us Sep 29 18:32:00 *Adalbrecht inhales from the cigar before saying* It is still a difficult thing to be easy with, but I love you all very much Sep 29 18:32:16 * Morgan nods Sep 29 18:32:20 I don't blame you for feeling that way Sep 29 18:35:14 * Edward nods Sep 29 18:35:29 It will ease with time. Sep 29 18:36:27 Perhaps... *he looks at his father speculatively* Perhaps I could tell you of something I did with my own ability that has nothing to do with fighting... Sep 29 18:37:56 *Adalbrecht nods* It is not necessary, but I am interested Sep 29 18:39:42 In Capperlucia, its just so -hot- Their houses are built in such a way as to be cooler, but... its still hot... when I was at the climbing wall, talking to some of the people and children, I made mention of ice... they've ever seen it, some had never heard of it... its a totally alien concept to them Sep 29 18:41:41 Adalbrecht: I cannot fathom not having experienced that Sep 29 18:41:53 * Morgan nods Sep 29 18:42:26 I know... but its as alien to them as... dragons are to us... imagine their reaction when I -froze- a cup full of water... that wonder... Sep 29 18:44:03 *Adalbrecht nods* They must have been astounded Sep 29 18:44:18 * Morgan nods Sep 29 18:45:32 My... ability can be useful for warming baths, causing a distraction... but being able to cause -wonder- rather than fear, even having had it for such a time, that made a world of difference to me Sep 29 18:46:59 * Edward and Adalbrecht both nod Sep 29 18:47:42 A: I suppose that would be reassuring Sep 29 18:47:49 * Edward looks thoughtful Sep 29 18:48:06 * Morgan nods a little before looking to Edward questioningly Sep 29 18:49:47 If you dug a shallow pond, could you freeze it to skate? Sep 29 18:50:40 * Morgan glances at his father Sep 29 18:50:43 maybe... Sep 29 18:51:44 Ad: I have skated before, I am good. Sep 29 18:52:31 I was more gauging your reaction to my being able to... Sep 29 18:54:01 Ad: You seem to be a powerful wizard. Sep 29 18:54:17 * Edward coughs slightly before sipping his whiskey Sep 29 18:54:26 * Morgan looks at Edward Sep 29 18:54:27 Yes? Sep 29 18:54:37 Nothing, brother Sep 29 18:54:45 * Morgan nods, looking back to his father Sep 29 18:54:52 Why am I so good with a sword? Sep 29 18:57:41 A: good teachers and a natural skill Sep 29 18:58:36 And practice... I don't have a teacher for this but... the rest... I am as capable as I am because I practice. As I've said before, its... a tool. Sep 29 18:59:21 *Adalbrecht nods* Are you asking for permission to do that here? Sep 29 18:59:56 No, just... explaining. I'm not some powerful wizard... I'm skilled through practice, thats all Sep 29 19:01:45 *Adalbrecht nods. Edward drinks his whiskey* Sep 29 19:02:15 If I may be excused, my Lord, I’d like to speak to both Mina and Alice before dinner Sep 29 19:05:35 *Adalbrecht excuses him. His back is turned as Edward leaves, so he misses Edward mouth “Wizard!” at Morgan with a smirk Sep 29 19:06:41 * Morgan rolls his eyes briefly Sep 29 19:14:26 * Edward is now known as Adalbrecht Sep 29 19:14:35 how are you all? Sep 29 19:15:05 We're alright. Lots going on... Sep 29 19:15:10 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 19:15:24 Are you eager for the birth? Sep 29 19:15:34 * Morgan smiles slightly Sep 29 19:15:36 Which one? Sep 29 19:15:43 Sascha’s Sep 29 19:15:50 * Morgan nods a little Sep 29 19:15:54 Its a little bittersweet... Sep 29 19:16:09 why? Sep 29 19:16:18 * Morgan smiles sadly Sep 29 19:16:37 They would've been my brothers or sisters in law... and they'll never know their sister, or niece... Sep 29 19:17:17 no, they will not, except for through the memories of those around them Sep 29 19:17:50 * Morgan nods, sipping his drink Sep 29 19:18:04 I'll be... happier once they have arrived and everyone is safe Sep 29 19:18:19 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 19:18:33 Another loss for them would be tragic Sep 29 19:19:25 * Morgan nods Sep 29 19:19:34 We will do everything we can to prevent that Sep 29 19:20:45 indeed Sep 29 19:21:43 * Morgan nods Sep 29 19:21:48 How are you liking having everyone here? Sep 29 19:22:07 * Adalbrecht smiles Sep 29 19:22:26 It is lovely. Emil reminds me of you as a baby Sep 29 19:22:58 Laid back and happy? Sep 29 19:25:51 Smiley all the time, and easy to entertain Sep 29 19:26:02 * Morgan nods Sep 29 19:26:09 He is nothing short of adorable Sep 29 19:27:18 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 19:27:44 He seems to have really rounded out your family Sep 29 19:28:46 * Morgan smiles Sep 29 19:29:41 He rather fulfilled a need in me Sep 29 19:31:02 It would have been very easy for you to not have realised there was a child in the Empire? Sep 29 19:31:29 * Morgan nods Sep 29 19:31:36 Until the Sheik mentioned it, we had no idea Sep 29 19:33:32 Theus was obviously smiling upon you Sep 29 19:33:59 * Morgan nods Sep 29 19:35:37 Could be. Sep 29 19:36:14 Is Molly well? She needed to walk earlier, is she finding pregnancy difficult? Sep 29 19:37:06 No... she is thriving in it... I was finding things difficult, it was for my benefit Sep 29 19:42:05 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 19:42:11 what was troubling you Sep 29 19:42:27 * Morgan shakes his head slightly Sep 29 19:42:38 There's no point both of us finding it difficult. I'm alright now Sep 29 19:44:08 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 19:44:16 The children liked their shoes Sep 29 19:44:35 * Morgan nods Sep 29 19:44:45 They do... I thought Florrie asking Mina was very sweet Sep 29 19:45:32 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 19:45:46 It was indeed Sep 29 19:46:01 * Morgan smiles a little Sep 29 19:46:09 Emil looked so confused Sep 29 19:47:41 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 19:47:52 He looks very smart Sep 29 19:48:07 * Morgan nods Sep 29 19:49:56 He does Sep 29 19:50:27 Have you made a decision about when you will move back here before Molly’s delivery Sep 29 19:51:13 * Morgan shakes his head Sep 29 19:51:27 No, not yet. Sep 29 19:53:25 I think it would be best if it was in July Sep 29 19:54:28 I'll discuss it with Molly Sep 29 19:54:51 * Adalbrecht smiles Sep 29 19:55:22 We will have everything ready. The Koertig crib is being moved to your bedroom Sep 29 19:55:36 * Morgan nods slightly Sep 29 19:56:07 We will contact Marta to be in attendance Sep 29 19:58:53 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 19:59:09 Molly should have the best medics we can find Sep 29 19:59:29 I trust Marta Sep 29 20:00:40 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:00:52 she did a good job with Mattias Sep 29 20:01:01 * Morgan nods Sep 29 20:01:06 She was wonderful with the cast Sep 29 20:03:45 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:04:04 It would be harder for you to feel confident with an alternative medic? Sep 29 20:04:43 I think so, yes Sep 29 20:04:52 but... when it comes to it, it should be Molly'sdecision Sep 29 20:06:24 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:06:45 is she still insisting on your presence? Sep 29 20:06:59 * Morgan nods Sep 29 20:07:09 I helped her through the cast... Sep 29 20:08:49 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:09:08 You will be glad once the pregnancy is completed Sep 29 20:09:26 * Morgan smiles a little Sep 29 20:09:37 I will be glad when I can hold my son. Thats not the same thing Sep 29 20:11:43 I always felt it would be better if it didn’t last so long Sep 29 20:12:43 * Morgan nods Sep 29 20:12:49 Many would agree I imagine Sep 29 20:14:00 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:14:18 it is not pleasant for the ladies, especially through the summer months Sep 29 20:15:14 * Morgan nods Sep 29 20:15:21 Molly seems to be enjoying it though Sep 29 20:16:43 She is not particularly large yet. I am sure when she is larger in August the heat will become more challenging Sep 29 20:17:09 * Morgan nods Sep 29 20:17:13 We'll see Isuppose Sep 29 20:19:13 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:19:55 Will you be hoping for a Spare in the following year? Sep 29 20:21:42 I'd rather not have them referred to as that... besides, with two Grafdoms, a fleet, an island, Catterick... Sep 29 20:23:36 * Adalbrecht waves a hand Sep 29 20:23:56 it is quicker than A Second Son By Birth Sep 29 20:24:10 Even so. Sep 29 20:26:28 Alright then. And are you? Sep 29 20:26:37 * Morgan smiles a little Sep 29 20:26:53 Yes, I will. But, as always, we will have what Theus grants Sep 29 20:27:25 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:28:03 You do not need to have all eight back to back, you know. You can wait for Molly to be -ready- Sep 29 20:28:49 Its almost funny how quickly you've gone from "hurry up and get her pregnant" to "slow down, you don't have to get her pregnant quickly" Sep 29 20:28:52 * Morgan smiles Sep 29 20:29:20 * Adalbrecht blushes slightly Sep 29 20:29:28 Molly’s well-being matters Sep 29 20:30:00 I shall take your statement as fatherly concern rather than questioning my desire to keep my wife safe Sep 29 20:30:11 Of course. Sep 29 20:31:14 * Morgan nods, sipping his drink Sep 29 20:31:27 How open minded are you feeling? Sep 29 20:31:49 quite Sep 29 20:32:12 With regard to... a particular gift Theus granted me... Sep 29 20:33:19 yes? Sep 29 20:33:51 I wish to show you something... but if you are not comfortable, I will accept that without question Sep 29 20:34:22 go on, Morgan Sep 29 20:35:47 * Morgan nods, concentrating on bringing a small ball of fire, the sort that looks almost liquid before concentrating on turning it into the shape of a dragon Sep 29 20:37:18 * Adalbrecht watches this Sep 29 20:37:30 That is clever... Sep 29 20:38:00 Thats their shape... but... huge... Sep 29 20:38:08 * Morgan stops it, making the flame disappear Sep 29 20:39:31 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:39:42 very impressive Sep 29 20:40:04 Bit more finesse than you might imagine... its not always a blunt instrument Sep 29 20:41:31 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:42:05 Your Mother may enjoy that Sep 29 20:42:15 * Morgan nods Sep 29 20:42:22 Only with your permission, of course Sep 29 20:43:46 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:44:00 I think she can handle that Sep 29 20:44:09 * Morgan nods Sep 29 20:44:25 Y'know... I could make a fortune working as an assistant in forges in Avalon Sep 29 20:45:16 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:45:26 or doing party pieces? Sep 29 20:45:40 I'm not enough of a people person for that... Sep 29 20:45:48 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:45:58 Very true Sep 29 20:46:48 * Morgan smiles a little Sep 29 20:47:18 Should we join the others? Sep 29 20:47:26 * Adalbrecht nods Sep 29 20:47:38 Are you missing the company or of wife? Sep 29 20:47:49 of your* Sep 29 20:48:58 always Sep 29 20:49:47 * Adalbrecht smiles “I’m glad to see the happiness you share “ Sep 29 20:50:18 It has been hard fought for Sep 29 20:50:51 * Adalbrecht puts out his cigar and finishes his whiskey “I’m glad you have both moved forward” Sep 29 20:51:33 I'm glad we all have Sep 29 20:51:46 * Adalbrecht nods, standing Sep 29 20:52:02 To dinner then Sep 29 20:52:08 * Morgan nods, standing Sep 29 21:46:01 *the others are all gathered in the antechamber, except Claudia and Uinise* Sep 29 21:46:18 * Morgan goes to Molly Sep 29 21:46:30 * Adalbrecht is now known as Molly Sep 29 21:46:47 * Molly smiles Sep 29 21:47:26 are you well, my love? Sep 29 21:47:56 * Morgan nods Sep 29 21:47:59 I suppose I am Sep 29 21:48:57 * Molly nods, whispering “Inga and Heinzharold were taking a stroll before dinner...” Sep 29 21:49:21 Thats good Sep 29 21:49:44 * Molly smiles “Indeed” Sep 29 21:50:19 * Morgan nods, looking around at the others Sep 29 21:52:31 *Mina and and Inga are talking quietly. Adalbrecht looks at Morgan* Where is Uinise? Is she eating elsewhere tonight? Sep 29 21:52:46 *HH tries not to look at Morgan* Sep 29 21:54:41 That would seem to be the case my lord Sep 29 21:56:13 Verity: *she looks concerned* I do hope Uinise is happy here... Sep 29 21:56:41 * Morgan smiles little Sep 29 21:56:56 I thinks demonstrated she is quite comfortable expressing if she is not Sep 29 21:57:38 *Verity nods. Adalbrecht clears his throat* Ad: Come, my dear Sep 29 22:01:07 *Verity takes his arm, and the servants open the doors. Edward likewise takes Mina’s arm, and with HH leading Inga in, Morgan has to decide whether he should lead in Alice, or see if Christopher or DeeDee do Sep 29 22:01:33 * Morgan waits Sep 29 22:02:47 *Christopher does, and Alice takes his arm with thanks Sep 29 22:03:04 * Morgan offers his arm. To Molly Sep 29 22:04:02 * Molly smiles “Your Excellency...” Sep 29 22:04:56 * Morgan smiles, putting his hand over hers Sep 29 22:05:53 You alright my love? Sep 29 22:06:10 * Molly smiles very warmly at him “I am” Sep 29 22:06:28 * Morgan nods, leading her into the dining room Sep 29 22:06:29 Good Sep 29 22:09:10 * Molly lets him seat her, which means he gets the scent of her hair. It’s fortunate they’d caught that time alone, because it is quite strong Sep 29 22:10:47 * Morgan smiles, sitting beside her Sep 29 22:11:14 *They all get settled* Sep 29 22:11:29 HH: $time for a chat with Claudia, right?$ Sep 29 22:11:36 $definitely$ Sep 29 22:12:50 * Molly chats happily with the others. Mina looks quite relaxed, and Alice is beside Morgan Sep 29 22:13:15 * Morgan leans over slightly, speaking very quietly Sep 29 22:13:18 You alright love? Sep 29 22:14:10 * Molly is now known as Alice Sep 29 22:14:21 Yes, I am. What about you? Sep 29 22:15:18 Better than I could be Sep 29 22:16:12 * Alice nods Sep 29 22:17:04 Florrie wanted to sleep in her shoes Sep 29 22:17:14 * Morgan smiles Sep 29 22:17:21 Thats lovely Sep 29 22:18:12 * Alice nods Sep 29 22:18:30 She’ll wear them all day everyday now Sep 29 22:18:39 * Morgan nods Sep 29 22:18:59 The novelty will wear off Sep 29 22:20:09 *HH grins* I remember Da sayin’ that to me about Blokners Sep 29 22:21:08 * Morgan nods Sep 29 22:21:12