**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sun Aug 3 14:22:09 2025 Aug 03 14:22:09 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.101) has joined Aug 03 14:22:49 *this goes so well, and is so cold, that he loses track of time* Aug 03 14:23:24 * Morgan opens his eyes, trying to work out the time Aug 03 14:24:33 *he’s been doing it for an hour, it’s nearly midnight Aug 03 14:25:19 * Morgan stretches, pulling his shirt on and picking up his things Aug 03 14:25:39 *the room is slowly warming Aug 03 14:27:17 * Morgan carries his coat and sword belt, walking quietly back toward his suite Aug 03 14:27:44 *A footman is stood on duty just inside the suite* Aug 03 14:28:29 * Morgan nods to him Aug 03 14:28:48 F: My Lord, a note from her Ladyship Aug 03 14:29:04 *he hands a sealed note over* Aug 03 14:29:48 * Morgan takes it, moving away a little to open and read it Aug 03 14:31:24 *It says: I love you. I am sorry that we are at odds again. I hope we can speak in the morning. I thought you might want fresh sheets on the other bed and have had the staff do so. My love, always, MK xx” Aug 03 14:31:42 * Morgan thanks the footman, dismissing him Aug 03 14:36:02 *he goes* Aug 03 14:36:41 * Morgan sighs, going through to the empty room, pulling off his boots and going to sit on the bed Aug 03 14:39:24 *he’s slept in here a few times, like when he visited before, it’s much simpler and more masculine than the room on the other side of the dressing room that separates them. It smells like roses and lavender, and his navy satin pyjamas that he asked her to buy him in Freiburg are neatly folded on the bed* Aug 03 14:39:58 * Morgan props himself up against the headboard, folding his arms and closing his eyes Aug 03 14:40:24 *he starts to feel sleepy very quickly* Aug 03 14:42:46 * Morgan doesn't fight it Aug 03 14:46:13 *he starts to dream, in the thread where he tutors her. He’s discovered that where they thought the banns were being read for Molly and The Veisgraf, Verity had had them read for Molly and Edward. So this will mean at the very least several weeks to have fresh banns read, assuming Edward will give in. Adalbrecht is in his rooms, still being tended by Dr Poldi. He has left Molly with Verity, and is standing waiting for news outside his Father’s door Aug 03 14:46:48 * Morgan shakes himself a little, waiting Aug 03 14:50:25 *He hears carriage wheels outside* Aug 03 14:50:46 * Morgan moves to look out a window Aug 03 14:52:36 *A small neat coach pulls to a stop, and a footman opens the door. He hasn’t seen Edward for many years now, he’s had a haircut. He hands a bag to the footman before looking into the carriage Aug 03 14:53:15 Ah shit. Aug 03 14:58:23 *He lifts out a child of about three, wearing a light blue cotton bonnet and a matching cloak. The small arms go around his neck, and he holds her close, closing his eyes* Aug 03 14:58:46 * Morgan clenches his fists Aug 03 15:02:55 *Edward reaches into his pocket, then hands something to the footman with a smile and a few words before heading into the house Aug 03 15:03:25 * Morgan rolls his neck, moving to head toward the stairs Aug 03 15:04:40 *No one intercepts him on the way, and he finds Edward on the way to his childhood bedroom Aug 03 15:04:55 * Morgan slows to a stop Aug 03 15:08:23 * Molly is now known as Edward Aug 03 15:08:43 * Edward watches him, brows initially raising with surprise Aug 03 15:08:55 That is unexpected. Aug 03 15:09:49 I imagine so Aug 03 15:12:08 * Edward holds his child closer Aug 03 15:12:31 You will let me pass so I can find someone to watch my daughter. Aug 03 15:13:07 * Morgan flexes his fingers Aug 03 15:13:12 You forget yourself... Aug 03 15:13:27 * Edward ‘s eyes narrow. “I forget nothing” Aug 03 15:14:29 * Morgan smiles a little Aug 03 15:14:59 Oh my word are you in for a shock... Aug 03 15:15:25 * Edward ‘s jaw ripples “Stand aside, please.” Aug 03 15:15:50 * Morgan inclines his head a little, moving to head back to his father Aug 03 15:15:59 I'll be waiting outside fathers room Aug 03 15:16:51 * Edward nods, then talks to the child as he goes the other way “It’s alright, you’re perfectly safe” Aug 03 15:17:04 * Morgan laughs quietly as he walks away Aug 03 15:22:04 *He’s there by himself for fifteen minutes before Edward arrives Aug 03 15:22:31 * Morgan leans against the doorframe Aug 03 15:23:15 * Edward slightly inclines his head Aug 03 15:23:24 Why are we meeting here? Aug 03 15:24:18 Because this is where I am needed right now Aug 03 15:27:55 * Edward nods “Where is Father, I want to see him” Aug 03 15:28:16 * Morgan shakes his head Aug 03 15:28:21 Not until Doctor Poldi says so Aug 03 15:29:24 * Edward frowns deeply, looking genuinely concerned “What has happened? We were only gone two nights” Aug 03 15:29:40 * Morgan looks at him seriously Aug 03 15:30:27 Lets... put our enmity aside for now... Yensid got one of those blunderbuss monstrosities... it backfired, father has been wounded, badly. Aug 03 15:33:20 * Edward nods briefly “You will leave my daughter alone. She has been through enough.” Aug 03 15:37:58 I am not so monstrous as to have a child murdered Aug 03 15:38:32 * Edward nods, micro expressions showing hatred and disgust Aug 03 15:39:49 * Morgan watches him Aug 03 15:41:07 *the door opens* Aug 03 15:41:58 * Morgan turns slightly, looking Aug 03 15:44:31 *Doctor Poldi comes out, shutting the door. He looks at the both before bowing* My Lords Aug 03 15:44:57 Whats going on doctor? Aug 03 15:49:24 Poldi: He will recover, though he may suffer from long term aches and pains in the arm. He has been extremely lucky, it could have been fatal if it hadn’t been tourniqueted so quickly Aug 03 15:50:06 * Morgan nods Aug 03 15:50:10 Thank you doctor Aug 03 15:52:00 *He nods* I have given him Milk Of The Poppy, I wouldn’t expect to much from him for a few hours. He asked to see Lady Koertig Aug 03 15:52:51 * Morgan nods Aug 03 15:52:54 I'll see it done Aug 03 15:54:44 *he looks to Edward* How is Maria, my Lord? Aug 03 15:55:43 * Edward draws a deep breath “She is better, in the day times... nights are still challenging” Aug 03 15:56:03 *The Doctor nods* We must be patient, my Lord Aug 03 15:56:36 * Morgan waits quietly Aug 03 16:00:24 * Edward nods “Thank you, Doctor Poldi. I’ll escort you down and have my carriage take you home” Aug 03 16:03:15 *they go, but Edward gives a quick backward glance to check his safety before he does so* Aug 03 16:03:53 * Morgan goes to find his mother Aug 03 16:06:47 *She is found in her morning room. The door is ajar Aug 03 16:07:09 * Morgan slows, listening Aug 03 16:08:19 * Edward is now known as Verity Aug 03 16:09:19 No, I do not mind at all. We don’t need to put the servants to extra work, you may pour the tea *this is what she’d gotten in trouble for at Catherine’s that led to him tutoring her* Aug 03 16:10:15 * Morgan knocks gently Aug 03 16:10:34 Come in Aug 03 16:11:09 * Morgan pushes the door open Aug 03 16:12:32 * Verity and Molly are both sat down, the latter pouring the tea. His Mother looks at him Aug 03 16:12:41 Is there any news? Aug 03 16:13:25 He'll recover, but the doctor says he will get aches and pains in that arm... he's asking for you Aug 03 16:15:33 * Verity stands up “I will go to him, of course. Someone should be sent for your brother” Aug 03 16:15:58 He arrived. He has been apprised of the situation with father. Aug 03 16:18:02 * Verity looks relieved “Oh good. Will you excuse me, Molly? Help yourself to cake” Aug 03 16:18:10 *Molly smiles, thanking her* Aug 03 16:20:27 Would you have me stay? Aug 03 16:21:07 Take a few minutes and then join us, dear boy Aug 03 16:22:14 * Morgan nods Aug 03 16:22:16 Yes mother Aug 03 16:22:41 * Verity goes Aug 03 16:23:58 * Verity is now known as Molly Aug 03 16:24:14 * Molly looks at him “Are you alright?” Aug 03 16:24:29 * Morgan shrugs Aug 03 16:24:32 I don't entirely know Aug 03 16:28:31 May I give you a hug? Aug 03 16:29:24 If you wish Aug 03 16:30:32 * Molly gets up, and comes to hug him, like she’d done before when they were at Catherine’s Aug 03 16:32:09 * Morgan holds her gently Aug 03 16:35:02 * Molly holds firmer, reassuringly “I missed you, but I know you’re doing what you need to for your family, and that’s good” Aug 03 16:35:19 * Morgan shrugs Aug 03 16:37:35 * Molly pulls back a little to look up at him “You’re a good man.” Aug 03 16:38:38 I'm really not Aug 03 16:40:04 * Molly shakes her head “You’re wrong. You gave up -everything- you’d made for yourself, for me. Just to see me safe and happy” Aug 03 16:42:10 Not sure I'm doing a particularly good job so far Aug 03 16:43:32 * Molly smiles “You are. Look...” *she points to her mouth* “you see this?” *she smiles again Aug 03 16:44:11 * Morgan nods a little Aug 03 16:45:59 what can I do to be helpful? Aug 03 16:47:01 * Morgan sighs Aug 03 16:47:05 I'm afraid I just don't know Aug 03 16:48:45 * Molly nods Aug 03 16:48:54 But at least he will be okay Aug 03 16:49:57 * Morgan nods Aug 03 16:49:58 Thankfully Aug 03 16:51:32 * Molly nods “And your brother has arrived already?” Aug 03 16:51:42 * Morgan nods, frowning Aug 03 16:51:43 yes Aug 03 16:54:41 * Molly nods “when will I meet him?” Aug 03 16:56:16 I don't know Aug 03 16:58:04 * Molly nods “do you want some cake, or some tea?” Aug 03 16:59:11 Some tea, please Aug 03 17:00:57 * Molly moves away, and pours him some “cream?” Aug 03 17:01:10 Just a little, thank you Aug 03 17:05:02 * Molly pours him some. By the times he’s drink it, he should probably join the others Aug 03 17:06:22 I suppose... I'd best go and join them... will you eb alright? Aug 03 17:07:04 * Molly smiles “I will, there’s cake” Aug 03 17:07:24 * Morgan nods Aug 03 17:07:29 I'll try to be back soon Aug 03 17:08:50 * Molly kisses his cheek “You don’t need to be thinking about me right now” Aug 03 17:09:48 * Morgan nods a little Aug 03 17:09:50 I'll see you soon Aug 03 17:10:24 * Molly lets him go Aug 03 17:10:51 * Morgan heads toward his fathers room Aug 03 17:20:42 *the door is closed, a footman on the door* Aug 03 17:21:46 * Morgan glances at him, moving to knock Aug 03 17:22:14 *Verity calls for him to come in* Aug 03 17:22:42 * Morgan quietly goes inside Aug 03 17:24:16 *Adalbrecht is in bed, arm heavily bandaged. He’s never seen his father so vulnerable* Aug 03 17:26:26 * Morgan watches him for a few moments Aug 03 17:33:51 Ad: *he smiles* I forgot this stuff is like blokners squared Aug 03 17:40:08 * Morgan nods Aug 03 17:40:11 It does the job Aug 03 17:41:45 *Verity sits beside Adalbrecht, holding his hand* Aug 03 17:41:55 Ad: Where is Edward? Aug 03 17:42:21 I'm not sure. He was seeing the doctor to a carriage Aug 03 17:43:49 *Adalbrecht nods* Is Maria well? Aug 03 17:44:52 I don't know who Maria is Aug 03 17:45:27 * Molly is now known as Verity Aug 03 17:45:41 Edward’s daughter. Your niece Aug 03 17:45:58 * Morgan shrugs Aug 03 17:46:20 He told the doctor she's alright, but nights are a challenge Aug 03 17:46:37 *they both sigh* Aug 03 17:46:49 Poor Maria, she’s such a dear girl Aug 03 17:48:06 * Morgan shrugs Aug 03 17:48:08 If you say so Aug 03 17:48:24 * Verity frowns Aug 03 17:48:34 Dear boy, that’s unkind Aug 03 17:49:37 Not really. I don't know her. Aug 03 17:54:20 Ad: Edward will introduce you, but he’s extremely protective Aug 03 17:56:40 Aye, well... Aug 03 17:57:21 *a look passes between them* Aug 03 17:57:28 You should sit, dear boy Aug 03 17:58:21 * Morgan frowns, doing so Aug 03 17:58:42 Ad: what have you heard about how Edward has a child? Aug 03 17:58:56 Nothing. Aug 03 17:59:43 Ver: Not long after you left, Edward went to Graben, and married Mina Hapsburg Aug 03 18:00:12 Uh huh Aug 03 18:03:32 They had twins a year later, a boy and a girl *she smiles sadly* they were so happy Aug 03 18:03:52 Where is the boy? Aug 03 18:04:39 * Verity looks upset, so Adalbrecht takes over Aug 03 18:06:39 About six months ago, Mina and the children were playing outside whilst Edward went for a swim. When he returned, they had been attacked... It was bad enough that the details still haunt my nights. Mina and his son were dead, and his daughter was very very close to it though somehow survived Aug 03 18:07:17 Who attacked? Aug 03 18:07:48 Ad: *he looks uneasy* It appears to have been werewolves Aug 03 18:08:28 Right... Aug 03 18:09:31 Edward is very close lipped about it, but it was he who discovered the remains, so I think we can understand him not wanting to relive that Aug 03 18:09:49 * Morgan shrugs Aug 03 18:09:51 I suppose so Aug 03 18:10:30 Ad: There was a massive row with Mina’s father, and Edward decided he would bring Maria here rather than stay in Graben Aug 03 18:10:56 * Morgan raises an eyebrow Aug 03 18:10:57 Right Aug 03 18:11:23 He has relinquished her right to the Freiarrdom, dear boy Aug 03 18:13:47 Well, if he's becoming Veisgraf, its not exactly a loss Aug 03 18:14:47 Ad: That is to be decided, but he will not stand in your way. He cares about his daughter more than anything else Aug 03 18:15:13 But -he- didn't know it wasn't decided... Aug 03 18:17:06 No Aug 03 18:17:33 * Morgan nods a little Aug 03 18:20:37 Ad: You would need to spend time with him to understand how committed he is to his child above anything else. I truly believe that he would live here quietly without any extra title if he can just keep her from harm Aug 03 18:22:21 * Morgan shrugs Aug 03 18:36:00 why don’t you find him and catch up? Aug 03 18:36:35 If that is your instruction... Aug 03 18:37:39 Ad: *he nods* discuss this Veisgraf stuff between you, see what you can come up with Aug 03 18:37:55 As my Graf instructs.. Aug 03 18:38:10 *he nods* Aug 03 18:38:48 * Morgan nods, quietly leaving the room and looking for a footman Aug 03 18:39:02 *the same one is outside * Aug 03 18:39:48 Find Edward and have him sent to my fathers office Aug 03 18:40:06 *he nods, going* Aug 03 18:40:49 * Morgan goes to his fathers office Aug 03 18:46:43 *on the way, he turns into a corner to a corridor where a maid and a little brunette girl are. she has an awful scar down one cheek, lucky to have the eye still. She freezes big hazel eyes going wide. she makes a little shriek before dropping to the floor in a ball and shaking Aug 03 18:47:41 * Morgan frowns, backing up and crouching down Aug 03 18:47:47 Hey... hey now, its alright... Aug 03 18:48:45 *he hears sprinting footsteps from the other direction. A small puddle appears from beneath her* Aug 03 18:49:49 * Morgan stays still Aug 03 18:49:55 * Verity is now known as Edward Aug 03 18:51:04 * Edward appears, looking furious. He glares at the maid as he picks up his daughter, and says “Get out of my sight and collect your belongings, you are dismissed.” Aug 03 18:51:30 * Morgan looks up at the maid Aug 03 18:51:35 Go to the kitchens and stay there Aug 03 18:52:32 *the maid looks upset but hurries off. Edward rubs her back, speaking quietly to her. Aug 03 18:54:21 * Morgan watches them quietly Aug 03 18:55:19 * Edward glances at Morgan “I will need to change her. You may come to our rooms” Aug 03 18:56:49 * Morgan nods slightly Aug 03 18:58:55 walk ahead please Aug 03 19:00:11 And have you at my back? Not a chance Aug 03 19:00:39 if you are behind me, she will be more afraid Aug 03 19:01:48 * Morgan sighs Aug 03 19:01:51 fine Aug 03 19:02:00 * Morgan walks off at pace Aug 03 19:02:38 * Edward walks slowly so he’s miles out of arms reach Aug 03 19:03:48 * Morgan goes to Edwards rooms Aug 03 19:05:17 * Edward unlocks it, then goes in, leaving the door open. It’s been years since he came in here to beat his brother, the carpet no longer has the blood he’d exacted marring the pattern Aug 03 19:06:41 There’s whiskey and blokners on the top book shelf, please pour some Aug 03 19:07:00 * Morgan huffs but goes to do so Aug 03 19:07:47 * Edward takes his daughter into the bedroom part of the suite, quietly talking again Aug 03 19:08:36 * Morgan finds a corner to stand in Aug 03 19:11:20 *it’s easily done. Fifteen minutes pass before Edward returns, pulling the door to the bedroom mostly closed* Aug 03 19:12:50 * Morgan watches him Aug 03 19:14:21 * Edward sizes him up a moment, then sits in the chair from the set that is closest to the bedroom door Aug 03 19:16:36 * Morgan moves to a chair Aug 03 19:17:54 * Edward holds his hand out for the whiskey Aug 03 19:18:15 you wanted to see me? Aug 03 19:18:20 * Morgan puts it on the desk Aug 03 19:18:26 Father dictated that we talk Aug 03 19:20:26 * Edward takes it, sipping it Aug 03 19:20:28 So talk. Aug 03 19:21:02 Don't try to throw your weight around, Edward... it doesn't work on me Aug 03 19:21:42 Then stop stalling. I have no interest in continuing hostilities Aug 03 19:22:15 * Morgan shrugs Aug 03 19:22:26 What happened? Aug 03 19:23:55 When? It’s been several years. Aug 03 19:24:29 With the attack... Aug 03 19:24:58 * Edward takes a big mouthful of whiskey Aug 03 19:25:51 I was not present when my wife and son were ripped to shreds and bled to death on my lawn, and my then two year old daughter witnessed it all Aug 03 19:26:14 * Morgan nods a little Aug 03 19:26:25 I'm told... werewolves? Aug 03 19:26:57 * Edward ‘s upper lip curls in a snarl “indeed” Aug 03 19:27:54 * Morgan nods Aug 03 19:28:05 You fell out with Joseff Hapsburg.. Aug 03 19:28:15 I despise him, yes. Aug 03 19:28:41 Why? Aug 03 19:29:24 The attack wasn’t a random occurrence of wild beasts on vulnerable people. Aug 03 19:30:08 They were targeted? Aug 03 19:30:55 * Edward nods, downing the rest and then getting up to retrieve the bottle Aug 03 19:31:32 They were, by someone Josef knew well, who had already caused harm to my wife once Aug 03 19:31:41 Who? Aug 03 19:32:06 Her cousin, the now heir of Graben *he pours more into his glass* Aug 03 19:32:46 What was Josefs part? Aug 03 19:33:08 Nothing, before their destruction... Aug 03 19:33:16 And after? Aug 03 19:33:35 * Edward stares grimly towards the bedroom door Aug 03 19:34:17 Then he said it’d be better for the cousin to be the heir, because Maria would never attract a quality husband with a face like hers Aug 03 19:35:27 If you'd run him through, could've avoided all of that Aug 03 19:38:07 Yes, I have considered that at great length many times Aug 03 19:39:09 * Morgan watches him Aug 03 19:39:18 So you understand what you did to me Aug 03 19:41:28 * Edward ‘s jaw ripples Aug 03 19:44:24 Yes. Does that give you satisfaction, to know that I thought of how Theus was extracting punishment for my sins as I helped put pieces that I could no longer identify of my two year old son’s flesh into a sheet lined wheelbarrow? Whilst I tried to put my wife’s lips back in place on the bloody mess that was once the face I loved so much, I thought of -you-, and -your- wife and daughter? Aug 03 19:45:20 * Morgan looks to consider it Aug 03 19:46:11 A part of me I do not like thinks perhaps you deserved to suffer like that... like I did... but no part of me believes -they- should have suffered Aug 03 19:51:06 No, they should not have. Theus punished them for my sins, not their own. Aug 03 19:51:40 Perhaps. I am not the one to speak to about him... Aug 03 19:54:54 * Edward shrugs “I admit, I have little time for him. There is only one person who will go to the ends of the world to protect my daughter, and that is me. I prayed every morning and night for my family’s well-being, and He did nothing.” Aug 03 19:55:44 * Morgan nods Aug 03 19:56:51 * Morgan nods Aug 03 19:57:22 She is terrified of people? Aug 03 19:59:23 * Edward nods Aug 03 20:01:26 Not so much women, but men... Yes. And dogs, cats, even rabbits. Fur coats, hats... Loud noises. Surprises. Blood, red paint... Aug 03 20:01:52 * Morgan nods, looking to be storing it all away Aug 03 20:02:17 * Edward sips his drink Aug 03 20:02:36 Have you been told I am to wed again? Aug 03 20:02:56 And now we come to the first sticking point... Aug 03 20:03:07 Which is? Aug 03 20:03:12 You are not. Aug 03 20:03:20 Why? Aug 03 20:03:43 Several reasons, not least of which being the deal made was to wed the veisgraf... Aug 03 20:04:32 * Edward shrugs Aug 03 20:04:48 Father has been planning all of it, so I assume you’re correct Aug 03 20:05:18 Its a bit more complicated than that but... the end result remains the same Aug 03 20:07:41 * Edward nods slowly Aug 03 20:07:55 Very well then. Aug 03 20:08:21 You aren't going to be replacing me Aug 03 20:09:46 That is my preference... *he watches him speculatively* Aug 03 20:10:24 * Morgan waits Aug 03 20:13:00 * Edward looks at him seriously “Please, do not do that again. We nearly lost everything.” Aug 03 20:13:26 Do what? Aug 03 20:16:02 Make a decision that will get us annexed. Please, Morgan, speak to Father, don’t do anything rash Aug 03 20:16:53 What, exactly, are you warning me against? Aug 03 20:19:27 Marrying out of our status. Aug 03 20:19:59 What makes you think I am doing that? Aug 03 20:21:33 I wasn’t expecting that you were, it was just something I felt I needed to ask you to do, for the family Aug 03 20:21:44 * Morgan nods Aug 03 20:22:40 * Morgan takes a deep breath, releasing it slowly Aug 03 20:22:44 You will remain here Aug 03 20:25:39 Yes, I have no intention of leaving, aside from a possible visit to Catterick when Maria is a little older Aug 03 20:26:14 * Morgan nods Aug 03 20:28:13 What are we going to do about the cousin? Aug 03 20:29:38 * Edward sighs Aug 03 20:30:45 Believe me, I want to pluck each individual nerve out with my bare fingers, but there is no one to fill the power vacuum there, and the people will suffer Aug 03 20:32:36 * Morgan watches him a moment Aug 03 20:32:44 Arrange a hunting accident for Josef then Aug 03 20:34:20 Why? Aug 03 20:34:46 His reaction is cruel and callous... he deserves retribution Aug 03 20:36:53 * Edward sips his whiskey Aug 03 20:37:19 I will consider it. I will think about what Mina would have said. Aug 03 20:37:40 * Morgan nods Aug 03 20:37:50 Will she be able to tolerate being around me? Aug 03 20:39:53 * Edward nods “Eventually, yes. She’s alright with Father, but it took a few weeks” Aug 03 20:40:10 * Morgan nods Aug 03 20:40:14 Alright Aug 03 20:41:39 * Edward nods Aug 03 20:41:57 it is going to be difficult for me to allow it Aug 03 20:42:45 You think I will seek to exact revenge Aug 03 20:45:21 No... but I can understand the temptation and desire to inflict as much pain as possible. After losing my wife and son, harming me would only be possible through harming her. I’ve lost pieces of myself along the way Aug 03 20:46:17 * Morgan reaches for a drink, taking a mouthful Aug 03 20:46:46 Knowing the pain as you do now... could you do it again? Aug 03 20:49:07 No, but I never -wanted- to do it in the first place. I believed that I was keeping the Grafdom safe. Aug 03 20:50:43 * Morgan shrugs Aug 03 20:50:59 I'm getting married Aug 03 20:54:17 * Edward looks confused, then nods Aug 03 20:54:24 You’re the Veisgraf... Aug 03 20:54:32 * Morgan nods Aug 03 20:59:49 * Edward sips his whiskey Aug 03 21:00:06 You could tell them you won’t accept her Aug 03 21:02:47 * Morgan shakes his head Aug 03 21:02:51 Its all very complicated Aug 03 21:04:47 * Edward nods, getting up “Give me a moment, and then you can explain it to me” Aug 03 21:05:32 * Morgan watches him warily Aug 03 21:07:39 * Edward goes to the bedroom, looking around the door quietly Aug 03 21:10:34 * Morgan waits Aug 03 21:12:01 * Edward nods to himself, then comes to sit back down Aug 03 21:12:17 She’s napping, it takes it out of her Aug 03 21:12:32 * Morgan nods Aug 03 21:12:35 Terror will do that Aug 03 21:14:34 * Edward nods Aug 03 21:14:45 Tell me why it is complicated? Aug 03 21:15:24 Because mother couldn't bear to admit I was gone so the banns were read for you, specifically, not the Veisgraf Aug 03 21:17:12 * Edward nods Aug 03 21:17:49 I do not want to remarry. It was Father’s want, not mine. I am not ready, nor willing, to have another wife Aug 03 21:18:12 I didn't want to... I'm still not certain its a good idea but... I've grown to care for her Aug 03 21:23:10 * Edward nods Aug 03 21:24:16 I wouldn’t want to be a bad husband after having been a good one, and my heart would not truly be in it. Mina was the one and only for me. Aug 03 21:26:09 Thats what I felt... I'm having some difficulty with it Aug 03 21:26:53 * Edward nods Aug 03 21:28:58 Does there need to be a rush? Father is injured, my own banns need to be ended, and yours need to start. Perhaps some negotiation with her family could ensure she visits us for a few months and then you will be more sure. *This would make sense, the only sticking point being how he’d pleasured her with his hands and his mouth on their journey* Aug 03 21:29:32 Its an idea... it doesn't need to be dealt with right now Aug 03 21:30:38 * Edward nods Aug 03 21:31:05 Very well, I am happy to trust your word on that and write to the family Aug 03 21:31:48 They won't care... they are quite unpleasant Aug 03 21:33:30 I used to be very charming *he smiles very slightly* Aug 03 21:34:02 I wasn't.. and I'm still not. Aug 03 21:36:39 * Edward shrugs “I remember you being quite charming with the rare visitors we had here” Aug 03 21:38:58 * Morgan shrugs, finishing his drink Aug 03 21:40:32 What is she like, your possible future wife? I was only told she is young and from a fertile line Aug 03 21:41:11 She's... innocent... she's been thrust into this life for the Rosenkrantz family gain Aug 03 21:42:59 * Edward nods Aug 03 21:43:02 Pretty? Aug 03 21:43:12 * Morgan nods Aug 03 21:43:14 I think so Aug 03 21:44:32 bright, good with children? Aug 03 21:45:04 The former, yes, the latter, I don't know Aug 03 21:46:22 well behaved? Aug 03 21:47:00 * Morgan shrugs Aug 03 21:49:41 * Edward nods “That we can work on” Aug 03 21:49:56 * Morgan shrugs Aug 03 21:50:01 I will not see her spirit broken Aug 03 21:52:10 why? Aug 03 21:52:42 Because she is her own person to be liked for who she is, not some pet to train Aug 03 21:54:35 * Edward nods, looking at him “You are very fond of her then?” Aug 03 22:18:39 * Edward has quit (Read error: EOF from client)