**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Mon Nov 18 18:52:50 2024 Nov 18 18:52:50 * Morgan (~mads@192.168.1.117) has joined Nov 18 18:55:10 Nov 17 21:56:31 * Molly looks around their bedroom Nov 18 18:55:10 Nov 17 21:56:36 We’ll be fine Nov 18 18:55:10 Nov 17 21:57:27 I need you to be exeptionally careful when the twins come... Nov 18 18:55:10 Nov 17 21:57:35 yes? Nov 18 18:55:10 Nov 17 21:58:38 I could not bear to lose you Nov 18 18:55:12 Nov 17 21:59:15 * Molly nods seriously “I know, my love.” She smiles softly “I am the north to your compass” Nov 18 18:55:14 Nov 17 22:03:56 * MorganK nods Nov 18 18:55:16 Nov 17 22:03:59 Yes, you are Nov 18 18:55:18 Nov 17 22:05:03 I must not risk myself... *She puts her hand on the belly which he will not get to listen to whilst he’s away* I will not risk our son. Nov 18 18:55:20 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.127) has joined Nov 18 18:55:22 Nov 17 22:05:27 * MorganK nods Nov 18 18:55:26 Nov 17 22:05:28 Good Nov 18 18:55:28 Nov 17 22:06:27 * Molly moves to him, putting her arms around his neck “I will miss you fiercely” Nov 18 18:55:29 Nov 17 22:14:44 As I will you my love Nov 18 18:55:31 Nov 17 22:15:48 Do you need anything before you go? Nov 18 18:55:33 Nov 17 22:16:15 Oh something to eat along the way I would imagine Nov 18 18:55:35 Nov 17 22:16:36 * Molly nods slowly Nov 18 18:55:37 Nov 17 22:16:45 I can see to it for you Nov 18 18:55:39 Nov 17 22:17:05 That was not the answer you wished for... Nov 18 18:55:41 Nov 17 22:17:40 it’s fine, my love, you are stressed by the situation at hand Nov 18 18:55:43 Nov 17 22:18:26 * MorganK frowns Nov 18 18:55:45 Nov 17 22:18:31 Don't do that Nov 18 18:55:47 Nov 17 22:18:43 do what? Nov 18 18:55:49 Nov 17 22:19:58 Dismiss your wants like that Nov 18 18:55:51 Nov 17 22:20:16 * Molly blushes Nov 18 18:55:55 Nov 17 22:20:31 I do want you, liebling, always. Nov 18 18:55:57 Nov 17 22:21:09 We've probably got twenty five minutes Nov 18 18:55:59 Nov 17 22:22:09 * Molly smiles shyly “I thought you’d want to listen to your son for that time” Nov 18 18:56:02 Nov 17 22:22:43 Oh, definitely Nov 18 18:56:04 Nov 17 22:22:56 * Molly nods Nov 18 18:56:06 Nov 17 22:23:29 shall I lie down? Nov 18 18:56:08 Nov 17 22:23:51 * MorganK nods Nov 18 18:56:10 Nov 17 22:23:52 Please Nov 18 18:56:12 Nov 17 22:27:11 * Molly takes off her shoes and lies on the bed, unbuttoning the front of her dress so all of her belly is revealed. If he gets delayed, she may be bigger by the time he returns Nov 18 18:56:15 Nov 17 22:30:15 * MorganK moves to place his ear against her belly Nov 18 18:56:17 Nov 17 22:30:38 *The little heartbeat sounds fractionally louder again* Nov 18 18:56:19 Nov 17 22:31:18 * MorganK sighs contentedly Nov 18 18:56:21 Nov 17 22:31:18 * MorganK sighs contentedly Nov 18 18:56:25 Nov 17 21:56:31 * Molly looks around their bedroom Nov 18 18:56:27 Nov 17 21:56:36 We’ll be fine Nov 18 18:56:29 Nov 17 21:57:27 I need you to be exeptionally careful when the twins come... Nov 18 18:56:31 Nov 17 21:57:35 yes? Nov 18 18:56:33 Nov 17 21:58:38 I could not bear to lose you Nov 18 18:56:35 Nov 17 21:59:15 * Molly nods seriously “I know, my love.” She smiles softly “I am the north to your compass” Nov 18 18:56:38 Nov 17 22:03:56 * MorganK nods Nov 18 18:56:40 Nov 17 22:03:59 Yes, you are Nov 18 18:56:42 Nov 17 22:05:03 I must not risk myself... *She puts her hand on the belly which he will not get to listen to whilst he’s away* I will not risk our son. Nov 18 18:56:45 Nov 17 22:05:27 * MorganK nods Nov 18 18:56:47 Nov 17 22:05:28 Good Nov 18 18:56:49 Nov 17 22:06:27 * Molly moves to him, putting her arms around his neck “I will miss you fiercely” Nov 18 18:56:52 Nov 17 22:14:44 As I will you my love Nov 18 18:56:56 Nov 17 22:15:48 Do you need anything before you go? Nov 18 18:56:58 Nov 17 22:16:15 Oh something to eat along the way I would imagine Nov 18 18:57:00 Nov 17 22:16:36 * Molly nods slowly Nov 18 18:57:02 Nov 17 22:16:45 I can see to it for you Nov 18 18:57:04 Nov 17 22:17:05 That was not the answer you wished for... Nov 18 18:57:06 Nov 17 22:17:40 it’s fine, my love, you are stressed by the situation at hand Nov 18 18:57:08 Nov 17 22:18:26 * MorganK frowns Nov 18 18:57:10 Nov 17 22:18:31 Don't do that Nov 18 18:57:12 Nov 17 22:18:43 do what? Nov 18 18:57:14 Nov 17 22:19:58 Dismiss your wants like that Nov 18 18:57:16 Nov 17 22:20:16 * Molly blushes Nov 18 18:57:18 Nov 17 22:20:31 I do want you, liebling, always. Nov 18 18:57:20 Nov 17 22:21:09 We've probably got twenty five minutes Nov 18 18:57:22 Nov 17 22:22:09 * Molly smiles shyly “I thought you’d want to listen to your son for that time” Nov 18 18:57:27 Nov 17 22:22:43 Oh, definitely Nov 18 18:57:29 Nov 17 22:22:56 * Molly nods Nov 18 18:57:31 Nov 17 22:23:29 shall I lie down? Nov 18 18:57:33 Nov 17 22:23:51 * MorganK nods Nov 18 18:57:35 Nov 17 22:23:52 Please Nov 18 18:57:37 Nov 17 22:27:11 * Molly takes off her shoes and lies on the bed, unbuttoning the front of her dress so all of her belly is revealed. If he gets delayed, she may be bigger by the time he returns Nov 18 18:57:40 Nov 17 22:30:15 * MorganK moves to place his ear against her belly Nov 18 18:57:42 Nov 17 22:30:38 *The little heartbeat sounds fractionally louder again* Nov 18 18:57:44 Nov 17 22:31:18 * MorganK sighs contentedly Nov 18 18:57:57 * Molly gently strokes his hair Nov 18 18:58:06 Your sons will miss their Vati Nov 18 18:58:18 * Morgan nods Nov 18 18:58:23 Its going to be difficult Nov 18 18:59:28 * Molly sighs Nov 18 18:59:34 Yes, it will Nov 18 19:00:36 * Morgan nods a. Little Nov 18 19:01:57 I wish I knew how long you would be Nov 18 19:02:25 I know, so do I Nov 18 19:04:39 A few days I can probably manage for, but after that... *she sighs* My pregnancy is running away from us, and I’m worried he’ll come before I’ve really had time to enjoy the extra benefits Nov 18 19:05:00 * Morgan frowns, nodding Nov 18 19:05:01 I know Nov 18 19:06:16 Do you feel the same? Nov 18 19:06:37 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:06:46 I feel bad that it is not living up to your expectations Nov 18 19:07:19 There is just always so much strain, and you didn’t have so much of that befor Nov 18 19:08:07 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:08:10 No, I didn't... Nov 18 19:09:17 So comparing this pregnancy to the previous one is not wise. You have been through much since then Nov 18 19:09:30 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:09:34 Yes, I have Nov 18 19:09:42 * Molly nods Nov 18 19:10:42 I think we need to concentrate on what we have, rather than what we thought we might, my love Nov 18 19:11:03 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:11:07 I suspect you might be right Nov 18 19:12:23 * Molly nods. The little heartbeat continues on as before Nov 18 19:12:36 I will miss hearing him Nov 18 19:12:48 I will miss this closeness Nov 18 19:13:29 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:13:31 Me too Nov 18 19:14:22 * Molly nods, staying quiet to let him listen Nov 18 19:14:44 Varcks not going to be happy about it Nov 18 19:15:01 No, though we will keep him busy here Nov 18 19:15:12 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:15:16 I'll come back as soon as I can Nov 18 19:15:50 I know you will, my love. You will miss us all too much to stay away a minute longer Nov 18 19:16:28 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:16:32 I will, yes Nov 18 19:17:17 * Molly nods You will keep yourself safe too, yes? Nov 18 19:18:42 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:18:46 I will Nov 18 19:19:57 Good, because I can only rely on my hands for so long before I start getting cramp *her tone is light and playful* Nov 18 19:21:19 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:21:27 I would imagine that would quickly become a problem Nov 18 19:22:25 * Molly nods Nov 18 19:23:01 I wonder if I could use my magic to become ambidextrous... Nov 18 19:23:12 * Morgan shrugs Nov 18 19:23:15 Possibly I suppose Nov 18 19:24:17 * Molly nods, stroking his hair again Nov 18 19:24:39 You’ll think of me when you swim in the lake, I hope Nov 18 19:24:44 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:24:45 Aye Nov 18 19:25:42 * Molly lets him listen a few more minutes before she says “what else will need preparing before your departure?” Nov 18 19:26:31 * Morgan sighs Nov 18 19:26:36 I'm afraid I'm not sure Nov 18 19:27:25 I think you should take both Palominos, it will reduce their burden Nov 18 19:27:44 I can see the sense in that... I don't like it though Nov 18 19:28:32 why? Nov 18 19:29:26 What if something happens and one runs off? Nov 18 19:30:36 well wouldn’t you have a rope, my love? Nov 18 19:31:30 I suppose... Nov 18 19:33:17 One will likely be fine, we have certainly ridden them long distances before Nov 18 19:33:36 I can make better time if I take both I suppose Nov 18 19:34:36 * Molly nods Nov 18 19:34:58 At the very least it gives them a little rest from being ridden Nov 18 19:35:49 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:35:51 Aye, I suppose so Nov 18 19:37:11 * Molly giggles Nov 18 19:37:21 You also get a break from it too, hmm? Nov 18 19:37:38 I suppose you could look at it that way Nov 18 19:38:05 * Molly nods Nov 18 19:38:27 But you do not? Nov 18 19:39:06 * Morgan shrugs Nov 18 19:39:21 Difficult when you've already expressed your displeasure at the lack of it... Nov 18 19:40:55 * Molly strokes down to his shoulders “You do not need to worry, my love. Let’s concentrate on getting everything ready for your trip” Nov 18 19:41:08 * Morgan nods, sighing Nov 18 19:42:29 * Molly stays out whilst he listens to the baby until he’s done Nov 18 19:43:33 * Morgan sits up Nov 18 19:43:37 Alright then Nov 18 19:44:38 * Molly starts doing up her dress Nov 18 19:45:46 I think we have about ten minutes before the boys are due to wake. Your bag is packed... I’ll ring for a servant for your food. Nov 18 19:45:53 * Morgan rolls his shoulders, nodding Nov 18 19:46:01 Thank you love... then I'll need to speak with my father Nov 18 19:46:09 * Molly nods Nov 18 19:46:46 I’ll ask a maid to let him know? Oh, and I shall send someone to prepare the horses Nov 18 19:47:14 * Morgan nods Nov 18 19:47:16 Alright Nov 18 19:48:13 * Molly finishes the buttons before standing up Nov 18 19:48:27 You’ll wish to be off as soon as you can? Nov 18 19:49:12 No... but I think its probably wisest Nov 18 19:50:07 * Molly nods, and comes to embrace him Nov 18 19:50:27 I love you, liebes herz. You are doing what you need to. Nov 18 19:51:20 And I you Nov 18 19:52:28 * Molly nods. She kisses him chastely on the lips before moving away Nov 18 19:54:35 * Morgan rolls his shoulders, getting up and checking his bag Nov 18 19:55:49 *She’s definitely filled it with plenty of his clothes best suited for travelling, some of his smarter things being left at Hafenlohr anyway. She rings the bell for the maid Nov 18 19:57:52 * Morgan moves to arrange his sword belt and pouches Nov 18 19:59:14 *The maid comes, and arrangements are made. His last few minutes just with her pass by quickly as she redoes her hair Nov 18 20:00:06 * Morgan sits, watching her Nov 18 20:01:53 * Molly holds the pins in her mouth carefully as she twists the hair up tightly Nov 18 20:02:20 Are you sure you'll be alright? Nov 18 20:03:19 * Molly nods, making an Mmhmm around the pins Nov 18 20:03:39 * Morgan nods, sitting still Nov 18 20:04:59 * Molly puts the pins in before saying “I can keep us all very safe, you needn’t be concerned” Nov 18 20:05:28 I know you can Nov 18 20:06:53 That was not what you meant? Nov 18 20:09:04 A little maybe... mostly I meant with me going... Nov 18 20:10:38 * Molly nods “I wish you were not, but we asked Faulk for the Grafdom, and now we must do right by it” Nov 18 20:10:51 * Morgan nods, sighing Nov 18 20:10:54 You're right, of course Nov 18 20:11:17 Are -you- going to be alright when I am staying? Nov 18 20:11:51 I am... apprehensive about what the nights will hold... and how I will handle it Nov 18 20:12:53 * Molly nods Nov 18 20:13:18 I do worry for your well being. Do you have the tobacco and the balm? Nov 18 20:13:41 I've always got the balm. I'm reluctant to use the tobacco Nov 18 20:14:08 * Molly nods Nov 18 20:14:25 Certainly not on the road, but perhaps when you are at home? Nov 18 20:15:07 maybe Nov 18 20:16:14 * Molly nods, smoothing down her hair Nov 18 20:16:38 Perhaps it will be a very brief visit and you will be sleeping here before you know it Nov 18 20:16:47 * Morgan nods Nov 18 20:16:50 I really hope so Nov 18 20:17:29 * Molly nods Nov 18 20:17:58 Me too. *she smiles, an old joke* I’ll miss your warmth and solidness in the bed. Nov 18 20:19:01 * Morgan nods, looking unhappy Nov 18 20:20:07 * Molly smiles gently. Edward knocks on the door Nov 18 20:20:44 Come in Nov 18 20:22:00 *Edward does so with Mina on his arm. They both look very happy and loving* Nov 18 20:22:11 E: You wanted us? Nov 18 20:23:15 I'll be leaving soon... Nov 18 20:24:45 *Edward nods* What can I help with, brother? Nov 18 20:25:23 I know you both have things you need to do but... I'd like you to help keep Molly and the boys spirits up Nov 18 20:30:38 *Edward smiles* I will take care of them as if they were my own Nov 18 20:31:08 [that sounds far creepier than he intended, I think!] Nov 18 20:32:25 [perhaps] Nov 18 20:32:34 I suspect Varick will find it particularly tough Nov 18 20:33:08 *Edward nods* It is never easy when your Father has duties to attend to Nov 18 20:33:36 * Morgan nods Nov 18 20:33:37 Indeed Nov 18 20:34:26 * Molly looks to him “I’ll wake the boys, my love” Nov 18 20:34:58 * Morgan nods Nov 18 20:35:01 Alright love Nov 18 20:35:47 * Molly goes to do so Nov 18 20:35:54 * Molly is now known as Edward Nov 18 20:36:48 Have you told Mother and Father, or have you been spending time with your wife? Nov 18 20:37:03 I've been here, listening to my childs heartbeat Nov 18 20:38:56 * Edward nods Nov 18 20:39:27 M: We will make sure Molly rests, for the baby Nov 18 20:40:21 * Morgan nods Nov 18 20:40:33 I imagine she will find father a little... difficult about it... Nov 18 20:41:43 I will speak to Father in your place for her well-being, brother Nov 18 20:42:04 * Morgan nods a little Nov 18 20:42:20 I am not happy I am having to cut my time with you both short after arguing for you to stay Nov 18 20:43:28 My concern is more for Florrie than ourselves Nov 18 20:44:28 * Morgan nods Nov 18 20:44:55 I... I dont think she'd deal with my leaving without telling her particularly well... Nov 18 20:45:32 No, I would not accept that either Nov 18 20:45:53 No? Nov 18 20:47:23 She is my daughter, and I would not accept her being hurt Nov 18 20:48:27 * Morgan nods a little Nov 18 20:48:29 Very well Nov 18 20:49:39 Mina: Morgan, would you like me to find your parents and uncle? Nov 18 20:50:06 If you would, I'd be grateful Nov 18 20:51:13 *Mina nods, leaving them to do so* Nov 18 20:51:41 Are you expecting Molly to be distressed in your absence? Nov 18 20:51:51 * Morgan frowns Nov 18 20:51:55 I'm not sure, to be honest Nov 18 20:52:01 * Edward nods Nov 18 20:52:17 I am told pregnancy does odd things to some women Nov 18 20:53:24 * Morgan nods Nov 18 20:53:31 It can make them quite emotional Nov 18 20:53:40 * Edward nods Nov 18 20:54:01 I am told I give good cuddles, should that be required Nov 18 20:54:34 * Morgan nods Nov 18 20:54:44 I'll be taking a mirror Nov 18 20:55:23 * Edward nods, smirking slightly “As would I in your shoes” Nov 18 20:57:30 I really hope I don't have to go across the border Nov 18 20:58:57 It will still reach there. Baden is only half a day out of Hafenlohr, I’ve been there and back from it in a day without issue Nov 18 20:59:28 Its extra time away from them... I don't want that Nov 18 21:01:29 * Edward nods “I understand that. I can only suggest that if you have not returned by then, I will oversee everyone removing to Hafenlohr after the delivery Nov 18 21:04:08 * Morgan nods Nov 18 21:04:10 Thank you Nov 18 21:04:47 * Edward nods Nov 18 21:04:56 Do you have an extra set of mirrors? Nov 18 21:05:34 I might have... why? Nov 18 21:06:21 Molly will be keen to not cause you extra worry, and I think it would be reassuring for you to have a second pair of eyes on the ground, as it were Nov 18 21:06:55 * Morgan nods Nov 18 21:06:57 That makes sense Nov 18 21:08:18 * Edward nods Nov 18 21:09:00 I would certainly prefer to have a less invested party involved should I be leaving Mimi when she is with child *he smiles slightly* Nov 18 21:09:50 * Morgan nods Nov 18 21:10:07 I'll have to leave 'educating' mother about the mirrors to you... Nov 18 21:11:11 * Edward nods Nov 18 21:11:19 I will see to it for you Nov 18 21:11:52 * Morgan nods Nov 18 21:11:59 Father thinks she does not know... Nov 18 21:12:09 * Edward nods Nov 18 21:12:44 I will tread carefully. I suggest we go to the parlour, rather than bringing our parents to your marital bedchamber Nov 18 21:13:12 * Morgan nods Nov 18 21:13:16 Soon as the boys have been told Nov 18 21:14:05 * Edward nods “You are packed?” Nov 18 21:14:59 * Morgan nods toward the bag Nov 18 21:15:15 I suppose that. I'm heading for Hafenlohr makes it easier, since my clothes are there Nov 18 21:15:52 * Edward nods, smiling Nov 18 21:15:58 All your home comforts Nov 18 21:16:19 * Morgan shrugs Nov 18 21:19:12 *there’s the sound of running* Nov 18 21:19:42 * Morgan turns a little Nov 18 21:21:18 *Varick comes in* Mama said you wanted us, Vati Nov 18 21:21:49 * Morgan nods, patting his lap Nov 18 21:21:54 I need to talk to you Nov 18 21:22:39 * Edward is now known as Varick Nov 18 21:23:12 * Varick sits in his lap. Molly comes in with Emil on her hip Nov 18 21:23:57 * Morgan sighs Nov 18 21:24:03 I'm afraid I have to go away for a little while Nov 18 21:24:18 * Varick looks confused Nov 18 21:24:31 But the babies are coming! Nov 18 21:24:56 I know... I really dont want to go, but I have to. Somethings going on that I need to put a stop to Nov 18 21:25:55 But you might not see them be born! Nov 18 21:26:04 * Morgan nods Nov 18 21:26:08 I know Nov 18 21:27:14 Do you have to be the Graf now? Nov 18 21:28:59 No, not yet, just something I want to get cleared up before anyone gets annoyed Nov 18 21:30:12 How long will you be gone? Nov 18 21:30:29 *Molly holds the baby close, kissing his crown* Nov 18 21:31:51 I'm afraid I don't know... but I'll be as qiuick as I possibly can Nov 18 21:32:43 * Varick sighs, hugging him “Ok Vati. Sometimes you have to be the Veisgraf first” Nov 18 21:33:44 * Morgan nods, hugging him tightly Nov 18 21:34:12 You'll have to help and make sure Jacques is happy here, okay? Nov 18 21:35:07 * Varick nods Nov 18 21:35:28 I will, Vati, I promise. And I’ll look after Mama, and Emil, and Hirschen Nov 18 21:37:04 *Emil says : Meee!” Nov 18 21:37:20 And you'll help with Florrie too? Nov 18 21:37:54 * Varick nods “Yes Vati” Nov 18 21:39:09 * Morgan nods, holding an arm out for Emil Nov 18 21:40:01 *HH and Inga come in through the dressing room that joins their rooms. Molly places Emil in his lap too* Nov 18 21:40:12 HH: Whoa, busy in here! Nov 18 21:40:24 * Morgan takes Emil, pulling both boys to him quietly Nov 18 21:41:26 *Emil gets a handful of Morgan’s shirt, babbling to him* Nov 18 21:41:59 Molly looks to HH: There’s an issue in Gottkirchen, and Morgan needs to deal with it Nov 18 21:42:20 *HH frowns* Can’t Karlsruhe and the others handle it? Nov 18 21:43:26 * Morgan shakes his head a little Nov 18 21:43:41 Its my duty... and there may need to be a bit of title throwing Nov 18 21:44:10 HH: You need me, man? I can come with you Nov 18 21:45:34 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 18 21:45:40 No, your ma would tan my hide Nov 18 21:46:11 HH nods, but he gestures $seriously, if you need me, I’m coming$ Nov 18 21:46:48 $No, I won't take you from your wife, and I want you here for Molly and Alice$ Nov 18 21:48:12 HH: $Inga will appreciate that for sure$ Nov 18 21:48:25 Inga: when are you going? Nov 18 21:48:42 Soon. I need to tell my parents Nov 18 21:51:16 *Inga nods, but her concerned expression is turned to Molly who just gives her a brief smile* Nov 18 21:51:29 Edward: Are you telling Florrie now? Nov 18 21:51:37 Best had I suppose... Nov 18 21:52:32 I’ll get her, Vati Nov 18 21:53:23 *Varick gets down, going to the nursery* Nov 18 21:53:25 * Morgan glances at Edward Nov 18 21:53:33 She'll need Alice... Nov 18 21:54:09 *Edward nods, following* Nov 18 21:55:40 * Morgan rocks Emil gently Nov 18 21:55:47 Are you going to miss me little man? Nov 18 21:56:08 Em: Vati uh! Nov 18 21:57:15 * Morgan stands him on his legs Nov 18 21:57:34 *Emil tries to bounce, grinning* Nov 18 21:57:40 * Varick is now known as Inga Nov 18 21:57:48 Are you sure no one else can go? Nov 18 21:58:19 * Morgan bounces Emil, nodding Nov 18 21:59:01 I could write... but it could be in two days I have to leave anyway, and no-one else can throw my title about Nov 18 21:59:54 *Molly nods* And every day longer increases the risk of the babies coming whilst he’s away Nov 18 22:00:04 * Morgan nods Nov 18 22:00:14 * Inga sighs “It’s such a shame for you both” Nov 18 22:00:44 * Morgan nods Nov 18 22:00:46 I'm inclined to agree Nov 18 22:01:24 *Molly nods too, but she squares her shoulders a little* It’s what we signed up for, and something that will likely happen frequently in the future Nov 18 22:01:40 I'm afraid so Nov 18 22:03:01 *Florrie and Alice join them. The latter looks curious, Florrie just looks at Emil on Morgan’s lap* Nov 18 22:03:08 * Inga is now known as Florrie Nov 18 22:03:20 No Eel! I sit Ballhead! Nov 18 22:03:48 [this is going to be difficult] Nov 18 22:04:12 [Maybe this is a bad idea...] Nov 18 22:04:19 [its a bit late now] Nov 18 22:04:38 [Yes...] Nov 18 22:05:04 *Edward follows in* Nov 18 22:05:33 Molly, would you take Emil for a moment Nov 18 22:06:49 *Molly does so* Nov 18 22:07:00 * Morgan lifts Florrie into his lap Nov 18 22:07:19 * Florrie smiles, looking pleased to have deposed the former occupant Nov 18 22:07:37 Ballhead, where make trees? Nov 18 22:07:59 Oh, I'm not sure... maybe your Vati can have a think about that with our Vati... Nov 18 22:08:53 Okay Nov 18 22:09:27 Right, listen... I've got to pop home for a couple of days, but I'll be back as soon as I can Nov 18 22:10:07 * Florrie shakes her head Nov 18 22:10:09 No. Nov 18 22:10:29 *A look passes amongst the grown ups* Nov 18 22:11:45 * Morgan smiles slightly Nov 18 22:12:19 I've got to, some people need my help. I was hoping you could help my mama not be sad while I'm gone... Nov 18 22:13:34 No. No go, Ballhead. *she folds her arms* Nov 18 22:13:56 * Morgan kisses her forehead, looking at Alice Nov 18 22:14:56 *Alice looks to Florrie* Florrie, Morgan has to do his job, just like on a ship. If he doesn’t, the ship could crash Nov 18 22:15:55 *Florrie gets of his lap, stamping her foot and shouting* NO! MY BALLHEAD NOT GO SHIP!!! Nov 18 22:16:17 I'm not going that far sweetheart, just a few days and I'll be back Nov 18 22:16:57 * Florrie looks properly angry “NO! I SAY NO!” Nov 18 22:18:33 *Edward gets down to her, kneeling on the floor* Princess, Morgan is already sad he has to go. He doesn’t want to go, but he has to Nov 18 22:19:33 * Florrie only throws herself on the floor and screams with crossness Nov 18 22:20:19 *Varick comes over and lies on the floor with her* Nov 18 22:21:09 *Molly watches this all whilst rocking Emil who is starting to get fractious over the noise and tension* Nov 18 22:21:24 What is it you're worried about Florrie? Nov 18 22:21:55 I SAY NO GO! BALLHEAD NOT LISTEN! Nov 18 22:22:25 You know when your mama says its bath time, but you really don't want to, but you have to? Nov 18 22:22:59 * Florrie shouts louder “NO BATH NO GO!” Nov 18 22:23:15 * Morgan sighs, looking at Alice Nov 18 22:23:34 Im sorry. I didn't intend to upset her, I just... I thought it'd be easier for her to know before I go Nov 18 22:23:54 *Alice nods* She’s at that age... Nov 18 22:24:09 * Morgan nods Nov 18 22:24:17 I've been there... for the past twenty three years Nov 18 22:24:47 [If She was mine, I would use the magic, but it doesn’t teach them to deal with adversity...] Nov 18 22:25:04 [no, and that is important] Nov 18 22:25:39 * Florrie gets up, looking at Morgan, tears on her cheeks “I CROSS WITH YOU BALLHEAD!” Nov 18 22:25:52 * Morgan nods Nov 18 22:26:02 I know sweetheart. I'm very sorry I've made you cross Nov 18 22:26:30 * Florrie balls her fists “I BIG MAD NOW!” Nov 18 22:27:01 * Morgan nods Nov 18 22:27:08 Yes, I know love Nov 18 22:27:12 *There’s movement from the doorway* Nov 18 22:28:06 *Varick looks to Florrie* I am mad now too. I don’t want him to go. And Emil doesn’t understand, but later he’ll be mad too. Nov 18 22:28:44 * Florrie looks to Varick, sniffling “You mad too” Nov 18 22:29:39 * Morgan watches them quietly, utterly inscrutable Nov 18 22:29:42 *Varick nods “I’m mad at the people making my Vati have to go. I’m not mad at Vati” Nov 18 22:30:14 * Florrie nods slightly, looking sad “I want him stay, not go!” Nov 18 22:31:01 *Varick nods, opening his arms to Florrie* Me too, but I don’t want to make Vati sad too like me Nov 18 22:31:42 * Florrie hugs Varick “I want Ballhead come back” Nov 18 22:32:13 *The others watch, including Adalbrecht, Mina, and Verity from the doorway Nov 18 22:32:36 [damn] Nov 18 22:32:37 *Varick nods* He always comes back for us. Nov 18 22:32:56 [Thats not ideal] Nov 18 22:33:22 * Florrie nods “My Ballhead come back” Nov 18 22:33:45 *Varick smiles, nodding* Always. Nov 18 22:34:39 * Florrie hugs Varick tighter, and he smiles over her shoulder, looking for Morgan’s approval Nov 18 22:35:13 * Morgan nods a little, reaching out to muss his hair Nov 18 22:35:33 *Mina says quietly * Perhaps we should step into the parlour and give them a moment Nov 18 22:36:34 *Adalbrecht nods, offering Mina his arm, which she takes, and Verity follows on Nov 18 22:36:43 Florrie... could I give you a cuddle? Nov 18 22:36:43 HH: $you need me?$ Nov 18 22:36:57 $In a minute. I'll come to you$ Nov 18 22:38:04 *HH takes Inga with him, leaving just Morgan, Molly, Emil, Varick, Florrie, Alice, and Edward. The latter stands, looking torn between remaining here with his daughter and her mother, or going to the parlour with his wife Nov 18 22:38:27 * Florrie lets go of Varick, moving to Morgan Nov 18 22:38:44 * Morgan glances at Edward, nodding ever so slightly toward the door before picking Florrie up and hugging her Nov 18 22:39:02 *Edward does quietly let himself out Nov 18 22:39:26 * Florrie holds on to Morgan hard enough to hurt Nov 18 22:40:13 Its alright sweetheart... I'm coming back Nov 18 22:40:32 *Molly bends down so she can hug Varick, Emil under the other arm* Nov 18 22:40:44 Soon. Nov 18 22:41:00 Soon as I possibly can. I'm even taking two horses to get there and back quicker Nov 18 22:41:23 * Florrie nods “Okay. Eight legs go quick.” Nov 18 22:41:38 * Morgan nods a little, barely suppressing a shudder Nov 18 22:41:43 *Molly smiles slightly at this* Nov 18 22:41:47 Now, I need a cuddle with Varick... Nov 18 22:42:22 * Florrie gets down, going to Alice Nov 18 22:42:50 * Morgan crooks a finger to Varick Nov 18 22:43:00 *Varick leaves Molly and goes to Morgan Nov 18 22:43:36 * Morgan pulls him into a firm hug, speaking quietly Nov 18 22:43:40 I'm so very proud of you Nov 18 22:45:15 *Varick hugs him, whispering* I don’t want you to be sad, Vati Nov 18 22:45:23 * Morgan nods Nov 18 22:45:27 I know son. Nov 18 22:45:58 Are you sad because Florrie is mad and because she looks like Jana and is mad? Nov 18 22:46:12 * Florrie is now known as Varick Nov 18 22:47:01 Thats a part of it, yes... part of it is because you're all sad Nov 18 22:48:08 We’ll be okay, Vati, we have each other, and that makes everything better Nov 18 22:48:44 * Morgan nods, letting him go Nov 18 22:50:29 * Varick looks at Florrie “Florrie, I can be the farmer and you can be the farmer’s wife, okay? And Heinzharold can be our stinky bear-dog” Nov 18 22:51:15 *Florrie nods* Eel be baby? Nov 18 22:51:30 * Varick nods “okay” Nov 18 22:51:48 *Florrie looks to Molly* Lee be ugly old witch? Nov 18 22:53:06 [charming!] Nov 18 22:53:11 *Molly smiles* I will be the ugliest, oldest, most powerful witch in the world Nov 18 22:54:01 *Florrie nods* Doctor Ballhead go help sick dogs. Nov 18 22:54:11 * Morgan nods Nov 18 22:54:14 Thats a good idea Nov 18 22:54:24 *Florrie nods* Okay Nov 18 22:55:34 *Molly smiles, looking at Alice* Perhaps you’d take Emil and help them set up their house, then the Doctor will come to say goodbye before he sees to his poorly canines? Nov 18 23:16:23 * Varick has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 18 23:56:26 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep)