**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sun Oct 19 09:54:20 2025 Oct 19 09:54:20 * Morgan (~madisonst@192.168.1.129) has joined Oct 19 12:59:34 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.101) has joined Oct 19 13:14:12 *Even this takes some doing, his mind quieting but then snapping back to the feel of her when he touched her core, then calm again, followed by the way she’d plead with him not to stop. More calm, but broken by the way he’d held her pregnant belly and she’d approved of it with her hand on his* Oct 19 13:14:12 * Morgan mutters Oct 19 13:14:12 Well I guess I'm just fucking staying here then Oct 19 13:14:12 *He does manage to find some quiet, certainly enough to be publicly decent* Oct 19 13:14:12 * Morgan gets up and stretches, going to the door Oct 19 13:14:37 *it sounds like there are people out there moving things around* Oct 19 13:14:54 * Morgan sighs, leaving the room Oct 19 13:15:29 *there’s two footmen bringing trunks from the nursery* Oct 19 13:16:04 * Morgan nods to them, going to find Molly Oct 19 13:16:54 * Molly is in the nursery, still nursing Emil. Florrie, Varick, and Jacques are all dressed, quietly drawing Oct 19 13:17:14 * Morgan goes to greet the children Oct 19 13:17:35 *They all look pleased he’s there* Oct 19 13:17:45 V: We’re drawing ships! Oct 19 13:17:59 Oh excellent Oct 19 13:18:21 J: Mine is a merchant ship, not a fighting ship Oct 19 13:19:46 Oh? Oct 19 13:21:18 J: It would take salvaged wood from wreckers yards to be sold for firewood Oct 19 13:22:06 * Morgan nods Oct 19 13:22:07 Very good Oct 19 13:22:23 V: Mine -is- a War Ship! Oct 19 13:23:23 * Morgan nods, looking at it Oct 19 13:24:09 *It’s a good drawing, but it would be slow and sluggish, not enough sails and a surplus of canon Oct 19 13:24:40 * Morgan nods Oct 19 13:24:41 Very good Oct 19 13:25:26 F: I make a boat for frogs. Oct 19 13:26:33 For frogs? Oct 19 13:26:38 *Varick laughs* Frogs don’t need boats! Oct 19 13:26:54 *Florrie glares at him* Shut up, Varick! Oct 19 13:27:12 *Jacques looks at them, then gets on with his drawing* Oct 19 13:27:22 Hey, be nice... Oct 19 13:28:02 V: I’m not wrong, Vati! Oct 19 13:28:16 F: *she pouts* You mean boy! Oct 19 13:29:00 I said stop it, both of you Oct 19 13:29:26 *This turns Florrie’s crossness on Morgan* That not fair! Oct 19 13:29:49 Would you like to tell me about your ship? Oct 19 13:30:25 *Florrie looks torn* Maybe Oct 19 13:30:57 Its okay if you don't want to, but I'd like to see it Oct 19 13:32:19 *She hands it over. It’s sweet, it seems to be four lily pads stacked, with reeds making little walls. her frogs are green scribbles with legs and huge black eyes Oct 19 13:33:19 * Morgan nods, pointing Oct 19 13:33:22 Lily pads? Oct 19 13:33:37 *Florrie nods* They float good Oct 19 13:35:30 * Morgan nods Oct 19 13:35:32 They do Oct 19 13:35:52 *Florrie looks at Varick* See? My Ballhead say good boat. Oct 19 13:36:07 *Varick rolls his eyes* Whatever, Florrie. Oct 19 13:36:16 Come on, lets not bicker Oct 19 13:36:32 J: My Lord, when do we go? Oct 19 13:37:09 Very soon Oct 19 13:37:28 V: Can I ride with you, Vati? Oct 19 13:38:14 For a little bit, aye Oct 19 13:38:27 F: I ride with my Vati. Oct 19 13:39:42 *Alice comes in. She looks well rested, happy* Oct 19 13:39:52 Alright sweetheart Oct 19 13:40:22 A: Is everything alright in here? Oct 19 13:40:36 Bit of bickering but we're okay Oct 19 13:40:56 *Alice smiles* As you as you’ve made up... Oct 19 13:41:17 long* Oct 19 13:42:04 * Morgan smirks a little Oct 19 13:43:27 *Emil comes over, grabbing Morgan’s leg with an “Ah!” Oct 19 13:43:56 Well hello there Oct 19 13:44:45 E: Vati! Oct 19 13:45:02 * Morgan picks him up Oct 19 13:45:14 * Molly does up her dress “Will you excuse me a moment?” Oct 19 13:45:42 * Morgan nods Oct 19 13:45:44 Yes love Oct 19 13:46:50 * Molly slips out. Alice looks at Morgan Oct 19 13:46:56 * Molly is now known as Alice Oct 19 13:47:04 Did I say something wrong? Oct 19 13:47:17 Not so far as I know Oct 19 13:47:23 [are you alright?] Oct 19 13:49:51 [yes, just... a little in need of cleaning up...] Oct 19 13:49:55 * Alice nods Oct 19 13:50:02 [I see] Oct 19 13:50:30 I said the footmen should wait for your trunk until you were back in the nursery Oct 19 13:50:50 [sorry] Oct 19 13:51:56 Probably a good idea Oct 19 13:52:22 [wasn't you shouting bees at a closed door... Alice has said the footmen should wait for our trunk until we're back at the nursery...] Oct 19 13:52:26 *Emil babbles to him* Oct 19 13:53:13 [perhaps she thought we’d be taking care of matters before a full day in the saddle?] Oct 19 13:54:00 *Florrie starts bossing Varick and Jacques to tidy up and get their things, to which they actually comply* Oct 19 13:54:18 [well, she wasn't wrong] Oct 19 13:54:22 * Morgan nods, talking to Emil Oct 19 13:54:42 [no... I was frankly delighted.] Oct 19 13:54:58 I always hate waiting to go Oct 19 13:56:47 * Morgan nods Oct 19 13:56:50 I don't really want to go Oct 19 13:57:52 * Alice nods Oct 19 13:57:59 It’s nice here Oct 19 14:00:05 * Morgan nods Oct 19 14:00:07 Yes it is Oct 19 14:00:16 * Alice smiles Oct 19 14:00:25 It’s not the sea though Oct 19 14:01:04 No... its not Oct 19 14:01:54 * Alice watches the children. The footman comes in to check Oct 19 14:02:16 * Morgan nods to the footman Oct 19 14:02:40 *he inclines his head before going* Oct 19 14:03:10 It’s gone better here than I expected Oct 19 14:03:31 Mostly, yes Oct 19 14:04:05 * Alice nods Oct 19 14:04:18 You did what you came here to do Oct 19 14:04:43 * Morgan nods Oct 19 14:04:51 But this time we're leaving and... it won't be our home anymore Oct 19 14:05:38 * Alice shrugs Oct 19 14:06:00 I think it’s always your home, as long as you’re still welcome here Oct 19 14:06:22 * Morgan shrugs Oct 19 14:06:28 I'm not so sure Oct 19 14:07:10 why not? Oct 19 14:07:37 * Morgan shrugs a little Oct 19 14:07:43 Maybe I'm just being overly sentimental Oct 19 14:08:25 * Alice nods “You’ll be alright once you’ve got your lake all to yourself” Oct 19 14:09:35 Maybe. Hopefully. Oct 19 14:10:18 * Alice nods. Molly comes back in, smiling “Are we ready to go down?” Oct 19 14:10:34 * Morgan nods Oct 19 14:10:35 Aye Oct 19 14:12:15 *He’s left to carry Emil, Molly walking with Alice. The day is already warm and sunny, and people are bustling about with preparations for the coaches Oct 19 14:12:30 E: Guh? Ahhh? Oct 19 14:12:37 *he’s looking around* Oct 19 14:12:39 * Morgan nods Oct 19 14:12:52 We'll meet them in a little while at his mama's house Oct 19 14:12:59 E: Mama Oct 19 14:14:23 Emmilene... Oct 19 14:14:40 E: Meee! Oct 19 14:14:55 Its very close isn't it, Emil... Emmilene... Oct 19 14:15:10 *Emil grins* Oct 19 14:17:30 *they get to breakfast without issue. Edward looks smarter than when he left Morgan this morning, but very relaxed and cheerful. Mina, Claudia, Uinise, Christopher, Verity, and Adalbrecht are all present already Oct 19 14:18:05 * Morgan greets them Oct 19 14:19:27 Edward inclines his head: Good morning, brother. *He scoops up Florrie when she runs to him* Oct 19 14:20:24 * Morgan nods to him Oct 19 14:22:19 *the others all greet each other, and they all get seated. They’ve spent long enough together that the chatter is easy, there’s not even tension between Mina and Alice anymore. Verity is the only one not leaving today, and she watches them all lovingly Oct 19 14:22:46 V: You’ll have everything you need for a nice journey to Innesbruck Oct 19 14:23:14 Thank you mother Oct 19 14:25:03 Christopher: I will bring some more tea and sugared pineapple when I come back in the Autumn for the new addition Oct 19 14:25:08 * Alice is now known as mOlly Oct 19 14:25:12 * mOlly is now known as Molly Oct 19 14:25:31 * Molly smiles, gently touching her leg to Morgan’s beneath the table Oct 19 14:26:06 * Morgan nods, smiling Oct 19 14:26:11 Thank you uncle Oct 19 14:26:21 Christopher: When shall I arrive? Oct 19 14:27:03 Ad: You could come for Molly’s confinement. Morgan will be at a loose end for several weeks Oct 19 14:27:23 [I am not going in to confinement.] Oct 19 14:29:42 [We are aware of your objections love] Oct 19 14:29:50 Uinise: Confinement is where a Mother to be is locked away in the dark? Oct 19 14:30:49 *Adalbrecht frowns* Oct 19 14:31:41 V: It is where we have the mother to be get as much rest and sleep as possible, safely in her chambers so she has the strength for what is to come Oct 19 14:32:49 *Uinise looks like she’ll say something, but Claudia touches her nose and Uinise stops* Oct 19 14:34:20 I think it unnecessary Oct 19 14:35:08 Ad: It is what we have always done, and our Veisgrafins and Grafins have been well Oct 19 14:36:04 *Edward looks just briefly at Mina before he says to Adalbrecht and Morgan* I think this is a conversation for another time. Oct 19 14:36:26 * Morgan smiles a little Oct 19 14:36:46 *Adalbrecht grudgingly nods* Oct 19 14:38:54 *The rest of the meal goes smoothly, but far quicker than he would like. They all go out to the coachyard together where there are two coaches and four horses waiting. Yensid is out here too Oct 19 14:39:11 * Morgan nods to him Oct 19 14:41:27 *Yensid grins, tying a complicated knot to bind his bag to his saddle. Molly beside Morgan is also watching Yensid, specifically the rope in his hands* Oct 19 14:41:46 [thats unsettling] Oct 19 14:42:17 * Molly suddenly blinks, looking over towards the coaches “Sorry, did you say something?” Oct 19 14:43:11 Kindly don't watch his hands like that... Oct 19 14:44:15 * Molly nods, but says nothing Oct 19 14:45:33 *There’s two coachmen for each of the coaches, and they make the last checks of the horses and wheels as the others prepare to depart from Verity, and Die Dauerhaftigkeit Oct 19 14:46:27 * Morgan sighs Oct 19 14:46:29 Its time I suppose Oct 19 14:46:41 * Molly nods Oct 19 14:46:44 It is. Oct 19 14:48:14 * Morgan nods Oct 19 14:48:18 Lets go say goodbye Oct 19 14:48:54 *Verity hugs Christopher* V: It’s been so good to see you. It has reminded me of our childhood happiness. C: We were indeed very happy. I’ll see you again in a few months *Verity nods, holding him tighter. Adalbrecht watches them with a hint of unease and guilt* Oct 19 14:49:09 * Molly walks beside Morgan Oct 19 14:50:06 * Morgan watches his father Oct 19 14:50:47 * Molly glances at him, and says quietly “It cannot be easy, having taken her so far from her home...” Oct 19 14:51:28 No... I imagine not Oct 19 14:53:15 *Verity hugs Mina next, then looks at her* I am so proud of you, Mina. You are making your parents in heaven so proud of you. *Mina smiles, though it’s not quite so courtly as usual, a genuine gratitude of one orphaned woman to another* Oct 19 14:54:17 *Edward hovers protective Oct 19 14:55:12 protectively at Mina’s side* She honours our whole family. *he smiles at his wife* We’re very lucky. Oct 19 14:55:26 * Morgan smiles a little Oct 19 14:56:50 *Verity hugs Edward next, and he holds her gently* E: Do not worry, Mother, we will see you in just a few weeks in Fischler, I will find out what colours Heidi will wear, and write to let you know. Oct 19 14:57:13 *Verity nods* Thank you, Edward. Morgan, come to me? Oct 19 14:58:09 * Morgan nods, immediately going to her Oct 19 14:58:31 * Molly is now known as Verity Oct 19 14:59:12 * Verity pulls him in too, an arm around each of the more than six foot men she’d birthed “Oh my dear, dear boys...” Oct 19 15:00:43 * Morgan smiles sadly Oct 19 15:02:42 *tHe last time she’d hugged them both like this had been Edward’s wedding day, and before that, the day they left to drop Morgan at the Academy in Tannen Oct 19 15:03:18 * Verity keeps a hold of them “You know, I hope, just how dearly I love you both...” Oct 19 15:03:50 Edward sounds completely composed when he says: Of course, Mother Oct 19 15:03:58 * Morgan nods Oct 19 15:04:01 Of course we do mother Oct 19 15:04:40 It makes me so happy to see the two of you together, as you used to be when you were so little Oct 19 15:06:18 * Morgan nods Oct 19 15:06:27 It won't be too long before we're all together again Oct 19 15:07:55 * Verity nods, still holding them close “Not long at all...” She takes a deep breath “Go on, my boys, bring your children to me” Oct 19 15:09:56 * Morgan nods, taking a breath and going to fetch Emil and Varick Oct 19 15:10:36 *Emil is trying to run away from the boys* Oct 19 15:10:57 * Morgan calls to him Oct 19 15:11:02 Emil... come see your grandma Oct 19 15:11:57 *Emil changes direction, going to Verity who was just about to touch Molly’s stomach Oct 19 15:13:08 * Morgan goes back to then, standing beside Molly and placing a hand on her tummy Oct 19 15:15:27 * Verity bends to pick up Emil, and with his usual manners he grabs at her breast. She makes a noise of surprise and discomfort before removing his hand to kiss it. Molly leans gently against him, perfumed, but not quite enough Oct 19 15:15:49 * Morgan sighs, tapping her tummy Oct 19 15:16:16 M: I think he’s sleeping... Oct 19 15:17:09 * Morgan nods Oct 19 15:17:16 *Varick and Florrie come with Edward, squabbling over who will hug Verity next* Oct 19 15:17:29 M: I will miss you on our journey Oct 19 15:18:20 And I you love Oct 19 15:21:17 *Molly glances up at him with mischief. It puts him in mind of his dream, how Jaeger’s widow had come to flourish with healing and time. She doesn’t say anything, nor does she really need to, just the look is sweet and suggestive enough to see she’s happy and at ease with him Oct 19 15:23:17 * Morgan leans in to kiss her forehead Oct 19 15:23:30 * Verity hugs the others. “Good bye Florrie, I’ve loved getting to know you” Oct 19 15:24:21 *Molly sighs happily before whispering “I will return such later...” Oct 19 15:26:19 * Morgan nods a little Oct 19 15:26:45 *Florrie smiles at her “LoveYouBye” Oct 19 15:27:06 * Verity looks surprised as Florrie goes to Edward with her arms up Oct 19 15:27:46 * Morgan smiles Oct 19 15:29:07 M: That’s sweet... Oct 19 15:29:49 *Jacques comes to Verity shyly, and bows politely* Thank you for your hospitality, my Lady Oct 19 15:31:46 * Verity smiles, bending down “You have been an absolutely wonderful guest, young man. Please convey to your Father that I have been most pleased and impressed with your behaviour and comportment whilst you have stayed with us” *he bows again, blushing hard before he goes over to Varick* Oct 19 15:32:57 * Morgan smiles Oct 19 15:33:00 He's a good lad Oct 19 15:33:06 *Molly looks over her shoulder at Morgan* You’d have been beaming for weeks at such a compliment, my love? Oct 19 15:33:51 * Morgan nods Oct 19 15:33:52 Definitely Oct 19 15:35:57 *Verity says goodbye to Uinise, and to Claudia. Yensid comes to bow to her, which given his generally unseemly appearance he does with a sincere respect and formality Oct 19 15:37:11 [he surprises me sometimes] Oct 19 15:38:59 *Everyone is starting to get in to the coaches. Maggie is helping the children in to Morgan’s coach where Molly and Alice will have the children, Christopher, Mina, and Uinise are in the second. It appears that Edward and Claudia intend to ride with Morgan and Adalbrecht Oct 19 15:39:54 [Me too] *She turns towards Morgan then, bump against him* Well then, I think it is time for me to get in... Oct 19 15:40:06 Yes love Oct 19 15:40:43 M: I’ll see you when we make a stop, I suppose... *she smiles at him* Oct 19 15:41:29 * Morgan nods Oct 19 15:41:32 Aye love, you will Oct 19 15:41:54 *She holds his hand as they move to the carriage* Think of me, hmm? Oct 19 15:42:15 always Oct 19 15:44:43 *Molly nods, getting in. Claudia and Edward are mounted up by now, as is Yensid, but Adalbrecht is with Verity, speaking closely. How many times must Adalbrecht have parted from her over the almost thirty years of their marriage? Thousands, surely. Yet this still looks so intimate, so bittersweet to them both. Oct 19 15:45:20 * Morgan sighs, helping Molly into the carriage Oct 19 15:46:24 *Molly thanks him, and sits beside Varick* V: Don’t forget, you said I could ride later! Oct 19 15:46:44 I haven't forgotten Oct 19 15:47:08 [You’ll make me a similar promise, hmm?] Oct 19 15:47:17 *Varick looks happy with this* Oct 19 15:47:55 [quite possibly] Oct 19 15:47:57 Alright, be good Oct 19 15:48:30 *Varick nods, and Molly smiles at Morgan* [Now That is a promise that I cannot make to you!] Oct 19 15:48:44 * Morgan nods, closing the door gently Oct 19 15:48:53 [well, you'll have to do your best] Oct 19 15:49:18 [mmm... I am not very good at being restrained...] Oct 19 15:49:42 *Adalbrecht kisses Verity’s cheek before bowing to her* Oct 19 15:53:11 [oh I don't know you've been quite good at it before] Oct 19 15:53:17 * Morgan pulls himself into the saddle Oct 19 15:54:15 *it’s a few seconds before he hears* [This is going to feel very, very long, isn’t it?] Oct 19 15:54:45 [no more than usual] Oct 19 15:55:24 [Oh... alright, my love. I will leave you in peace] Oct 19 15:56:09 [if that is what you wish... though I'd appreciate it if you didn't make things... hard... as I ride] Oct 19 15:56:30 [There is a risk of that?] Oct 19 15:57:34 [yes but its not comfortable[ Oct 19 15:58:42 [Then I will try not to stir you, but I wish you luck when we are riding a route we have... ridden upon before] Oct 19 15:59:25 [quite so] Oct 19 15:59:45 [I love you, so very, very much] Oct 19 16:00:45 *Adalbrecht gives one last glance from his saddle to his wife and his home before he says* Walk on! Oct 19 16:01:06 [and I you] Oct 19 16:01:11 * Morgan nudges his horse into a walk Oct 19 16:02:24 *they all move out. He spots Edward giving a cheerful wave over his shoulder to Verity Oct 19 16:03:42 * Morgan turns to do the same Oct 19 16:04:55 *Verity is waving her handkerchief to them, also smiling, but she looks so alone here in front of the big house Oct 19 16:07:36 * Morgan sighs sadly Oct 19 16:09:32 *they progress past the graveyard, and then out of the drive onto the path. Claudia and Adalbrecht ride up front, Yensid scouting even further. Edward moves beside Morgan at the back Oct 19 16:09:35 * Verity is now known as Edward Oct 19 16:09:42 Well then... Oct 19 16:10:40 Yeah... Oct 19 16:11:29 * Edward sighs Oct 19 16:11:41 Onwards then, brother. Oct 19 16:12:29 There is little choice Oct 19 16:12:56 Not if we wish to be men our parents would be proud of. Oct 19 16:14:26 * Morgan nods Oct 19 16:15:37 Which, naturally, we do Oct 19 16:15:50 naturally Oct 19 16:16:13 Molly was looking very cheerful this morning, it is good to see Oct 19 16:16:29 * Morgan nods Oct 19 16:16:33 A pity we were interrupted Oct 19 16:16:44 Interrupted in what? Oct 19 16:17:34 * Morgan looks at him like he's dense Oct 19 16:17:59 * Edward chuckles Oct 19 16:18:06 Poor planning, brother. Oct 19 16:20:57 Actually, it was because Emil slipped his jailer and came banging on our door shouting for bees Oct 19 16:21:05 * Edward laughs Oct 19 16:21:20 And you could not tell him that the bees were already occupied? Oct 19 16:21:31 Could you deny your child? Oct 19 16:23:11 * Edward looks to ponder this “That depends upon how close I was...” Oct 19 16:23:36 * Morgan smiles a little Oct 19 16:23:41 I guess I have more willpower than you then Oct 19 16:23:50 * Edward chuckles Oct 19 16:24:11 And how smug will you still be about that in six chaste hours time? Oct 19 16:24:43 Oh, not at all... but I'll still feel superior Oct 19 16:25:23 * Edward laughs Oct 19 16:25:36 I hope at least you did not leave the lady wanting. Oct 19 16:27:09 Of course not Oct 19 16:28:33 * Edward nods, settling into the saddle “So we should expect you to be grumpy most of the way?” Oct 19 16:28:44 I'm always grumpy Oct 19 16:28:54 * Edward nods Oct 19 16:29:14 I concede the point Oct 19 16:30:17 * Morgan nods Oct 19 16:30:20 Thought you might Oct 19 16:30:33 Father will be very grumpy without a bedmate. Oct 19 16:31:53 Oh you can bet on that Oct 19 16:31:59 * Edward nods Oct 19 16:32:16 Tomorrow morning, you’ll go north whilst we go east... Oct 19 16:33:50 * Morgan nods Oct 19 16:33:51 aye Oct 19 16:34:18 * Edward nods, glancing over “His early morning mood will be entirely your problem” Oct 19 16:35:44 Thats alright, his early morning mood can meet mine... Oct 19 16:35:56 * Edward chuckles Oct 19 16:37:36 * Edward starts talking about the plan, places to stop, what they’ll do when they get to Innesbruck. Morgan realises a minute after they’ve passed it that he and Edward were so busy talking that he missed the turning into what was once is clearing Oct 19 16:37:49 * Morgan scowls suddenly Oct 19 16:38:02 What about you? What do you need to see to in Innesbruck? Oct 19 16:38:39 Uhhh... Molly wants to check in with Heinrich and to see if the work I did putting the girls in the brothel off has been successful Oct 19 16:38:54 * Edward nods Oct 19 16:39:33 I would suggest avoiding Molly asking him, and going check with the ladies in question, but I know that Might ruffles some feathers Oct 19 16:39:57 It might do, yes Oct 19 16:40:30 * Edward nods Oct 19 16:40:53 I have been there a time or two... Oct 19 16:41:18 I'll bet you have Oct 19 16:41:29 * Edward chuckles Oct 19 16:41:40 I have been in a great many place Oct 19 16:41:44 places* Oct 19 16:42:08 * Morgan nods Oct 19 16:42:11 I imagine so Oct 19 16:42:29 You will join us, for Zench’s stag party? Oct 19 16:43:17 Assuming I am invited Oct 19 16:43:43 Of course you are Oct 19 16:44:03 Assuming, then, it doesn't ruffle certain feathers Oct 19 16:44:16 * Edward chuckles Oct 19 16:44:27 Yes, get your wife’s permission, of course Oct 19 16:44:47 * Morgan looks around Oct 19 16:44:58 *it’s all peaceful Oct 19 16:46:20 My wife has already consented, naturally Oct 19 16:46:43 * Morgan nods Oct 19 16:47:58 * Edward nods, smiling “you’re welcome, Morgan. They’re your friends too. Though I’d wager you’d prefer to spend the evening with the ladies” Oct 19 16:48:57 * Morgan shrugs Oct 19 16:49:09 I don't know... I never really had the going out sort of friends Oct 19 16:49:46 * Edward nods Oct 19 16:50:07 We will see then Oct 19 16:51:15 *they progress through the village, people bowing and waving to them, shouting good wishes. They skirt the green where the new memorial now stands, headed for HH’s Oct 19 16:51:27 * Morgan greets the people as they pass Oct 19 16:53:15 *They pull up outside to the sight of a cart loaded with a bed and mattress, as well as some small trunks. But the garden is a bit chaotic, all the nearby Heinzharold family here, and the men digging holes. The atmosphere is tense, HH himself looks frustrated. Inga is just sat on the wall. Oct 19 16:54:03 * Edward surveys the scene “Would you, Heinzharold, and Inga like to catch us up?” Oct 19 16:54:35 Oh yeah, definitely Oct 19 16:55:22 * Edward nods, going forward to Adalbrecht. They all move on, just leaving Morgan. Inga is watching him Oct 19 16:55:26 * Edward is now known as Inga Oct 19 16:55:41 * Morgan slides down off the horse, tying the reins up Oct 19 16:56:36 * Inga smiles Oct 19 16:56:44 Hello, Morgan Oct 19 16:57:17 Hello love... whats going on? Oct 19 16:57:37 * Inga sighs with exasperation Oct 19 16:58:19 Ma is convinced that Da buries a bottle of good whiskey somewhere in the garden to celebrate something big, but she can’t remember where Oct 19 16:59:34 * Morgan smiles a little Oct 19 16:59:38 I suppose this counts... Oct 19 16:59:47 * Inga nods Oct 19 17:00:01 He didn’t want to be holding you up, but... Oct 19 17:00:22 It is what it is Oct 19 17:00:33 * Inga nods Oct 19 17:00:38 * Morgan reaches out with his magic, trying to find any spots colder than the ground around it Oct 19 17:02:10 *there is one, and then it reminds him of a dream he’d had, where he’d had to tell both Adalbrecht-and- Verity that he’d secretly married, and then HH had dug it up to celebrate even when his parents were so disapproving Oct 19 17:03:09 * Morgan wanders over to the spot, digging at it with his heel Oct 19 17:03:23 *HH looks over* Hey... Oct 19 17:03:30 Alright? Oct 19 17:04:44 *HH nods* Yeah... sorry man, been given a job Oct 19 17:05:00 Find the bottle... Oct 19 17:05:10 *Ma comes over* Any ideas, Morgan? Did Da ever mention it to you? Oct 19 17:05:50 * Morgan shrugs a little, crouching down and using his dagger to dig at the ground Oct 19 17:05:52 I dunno... Oct 19 17:07:09 HH: Probably a good few inches deep Oct 19 17:08:10 * Morgan nods Oct 19 17:08:17 Wouldn't want it broken from people just walking over rit Oct 19 17:08:37 HH: Yeah... $you got inside information here?$ Oct 19 17:09:07 $not sure. Maybe$ Oct 19 17:09:19 HH: Shove over, it’ Oct 19 17:09:28 it’ll take y’ ages like that Oct 19 17:10:15 * Morgan nods, moving out of the way Oct 19 17:10:41 *HH digs carefully, and before long there’s a clink* Oct 19 17:10:55 Ma: There we go! Oct 19 17:12:29 Well done man Oct 19 17:16:53 *The others come to congratulate him too. The bottle is soon out of the ground. Wrapped around it is a piece of paper that says “Congratulations, whatever it may be. Pour one for me. I love you all, forever. Da.” Oct 19 17:17:36 *HH hold it in his hands, and the others all look at it* Oct 19 17:17:53 * Morgan puts a hand on HeinzHarolds shoulder Oct 19 17:18:26 *HH looks at Morgan, nodding* Y’ know what? I don’t think it’s time yet... Oct 19 17:19:16 * Morgan nods Oct 19 17:19:20 I know man Oct 19 17:20:05 *Ma nods, taking it gently and removing the paper* We’ll keep the note in the house though, don’t want it getting wet and ruined... Oct 19 17:21:02 *the others all nod, stood close by each other* Oct 19 17:23:32 * Morgan moves out of the way Oct 19 17:24:07 *Inga comes up behind Morgan, gently pushing him back into the group and then standing beside him Oct 19 17:25:07 * Morgan sighs, putting his arm around HeinzHarold Oct 19 17:26:23 *HH puts one around Morgan too. Ma puts the bottle back in with a sad smile* Oct 19 17:28:52 *Inga takes Morgan’s hand with a gentle squeeze. Ma straightens up, and for a moment everyone looks at the whiskey in the hole* Oct 19 17:29:14 * Morgan squeezes her hand gently Oct 19 17:29:48 *Ma nods a moment, then looks around* Look at the state of my garden! You boys best get all these holes filled in! Oct 19 17:30:30 *HH glances at Morgan, trying not to laugh* Oct 19 17:31:43 * Morgan looks to be trying not to snigger Oct 19 17:32:23 HH: Shame we gotta get goin’... Oct 19 17:33:27 Ma looks at Morgan with that same maternal look that had terrified him when he was a young boy: Is that true, young Master Morgan? Oct 19 17:35:27 They've gone on ahead, and we'll have to catch up with precious cargo... Oct 19 17:36:10 *Ma nods* Alright then... off you three go... Oct 19 17:36:39 Yes ma'am Oct 19 17:37:24 *Heinzharold hugs her* Take a message up to the Grafin if y’ need to get hold of me, she’ll sort a fast messenger for ya Oct 19 17:38:15 Ma: I know, you told me three times already. Go an’ get n with making me a grandbabby so we can open that whiskey Oct 19 17:40:16 * Inga hugs Ma next, and then the rest of the family say goodbyes. Ruth collars Morgan “I can still come to the weddin’, right? With Ilena?” Oct 19 17:40:44 Yes love, you can Oct 19 17:41:23 *Ruth smiles* I’ll see you soon then, my Lord Oct 19 17:41:37 Yes Ruthie, you will... be good, yeah? Oct 19 17:42:21 *She nods. HH boosts Inga up onto the cart bench before climbing up himself* Oct 19 17:42:42 * Morgan unties his horse, climbing up Oct 19 17:45:26 *the others wave as they set off, but Morgan just hears Ma say “Right, back to work!” Oct 19 17:46:07 * Inga is now known as HH Oct 19 17:46:38 * HH chuckles as they go “Don’t envy them...” Oct 19 17:46:58 No, I cant say I do Oct 19 17:48:39 *Hh and Inga wave to well-wishers as they go, and it’s not til they’re out of Sudlachenburg they can really talk* Oct 19 17:48:59 How it gone up th’ Big Ouse? Any issues? Oct 19 17:49:18 Its been tough Oct 19 17:49:52 I: Are the ladies upset? Oct 19 17:50:25 Some... I think Molly's just glad to be heading toward her own domain again Oct 19 17:50:51 *Inga smiles* She’s been looking forward to getting back to Hafenlohr Oct 19 17:52:05 * Morgan nods Oct 19 17:52:06 Aye Oct 19 17:52:33 I: You must be too? Oct 19 17:52:41 Some, aye Oct 19 18:02:02 * HH nods Oct 19 18:02:21 kids okay? Oct 19 18:02:50 Fine... Florrie told mother she loves her Oct 19 18:03:17 I: awww she must have loved that Oct 19 18:03:23 * Morgan nods Oct 19 18:03:30 She was very surprised Oct 19 18:03:54 She been okay about leaving? Oct 19 18:04:09 So far... Oct 19 18:04:37 Don't think she's realised we're not all going with her from Hafenlohr... or that Edward and Mina go east tomorrow Oct 19 18:05:06 * HH nods Oct 19 18:05:14 could be rough Oct 19 18:05:27 I am expecting that to be the case, yes Oct 19 18:06:24 Best make the best o’ today then Oct 19 18:06:38 * Morgan nods Oct 19 18:06:40 Yeah Oct 19 18:07:35 three hundred thousand nine hundred and one bottles of beer on the wall.... Oct 19 18:08:01 Nuh uh.... I got a tune I want you to learn Oct 19 18:08:35 yeah? I already know about the peaches and cream, man Oct 19 18:09:08 * Morgan shakes his head, humming a few bars Oct 19 18:09:20 * HH listens Oct 19 18:09:33 Need to get the tune down before I tell you the lyrics... Oct 19 18:09:55 * HH nods, spending ten minutes getting the tune right Oct 19 18:10:33 * Morgan nods, humming different bits Oct 19 18:11:21 right, lyrics? Oct 19 18:11:34 * Morgan digs in his pocket, handing him a folded up sheet of paper Oct 19 18:12:01 * HH hands Inga the reins, and takes it Oct 19 18:12:22 Look... I wrote it... its sort of for Da but... from you... get it? Oct 19 18:13:08 * HH opens it, reading the lyrics Oct 19 18:13:23 ((Things my father said)) Oct 19 18:13:40 * HH nods Oct 19 18:13:51 Man, that’s really good... Oct 19 18:14:25 Its okay... I've got some guitar for it, obviously Oct 19 18:14:52 * HH smiles faintly “Yeah... Yeah, he’d loved that” Oct 19 18:15:04 * Morgan nods Oct 19 18:15:06 Reckon so Oct 19 18:17:10 thanks man. We’ll do it for him at Hafenlohr Oct 19 18:17:40 * Morgan nods Oct 19 18:17:43 definitely Oct 19 18:18:45 * HH nods Oct 19 18:19:03 I: how did you know where the bottle was? Oct 19 18:19:49 It was colder than the ground around it... and I had a dream a while back... Oct 19 18:20:21 I: was it a good one? Oct 19 18:20:42 * HH just smiles, driving the cart Oct 19 18:20:50 Uhhhh... no Oct 19 18:21:45 *Inga sighs* Pity, I like the rude ones best Oct 19 18:21:49 * HH chuckles Oct 19 18:21:53 * Morgan nods Oct 19 18:21:55 I know Oct 19 18:22:09 what was it, man? Oct 19 18:22:42 Not pleasant, but it was quite a while ago Oct 19 18:23:03 * HH nods Oct 19 18:23:22 had anything better lately? Oct 19 18:23:44 Most of them have been difficult to be honest Oct 19 18:24:42 I: Will they get better at Hafenlohr? Oct 19 18:25:28 I very much hope so Oct 19 18:25:58 Didn’ y’ say Innesbruck can be bad though Oct 19 18:27:27 * Morgan nods Oct 19 18:27:29 very Oct 19 18:32:00 I: let’s hope not. Maybe one from the path would be better? Oct 19 18:32:15 * Morgan shrugs Oct 19 18:32:23 Hard to say Oct 19 18:33:00 Mebbie Inga in yer dream could offer to be yer friendly maid again Oct 19 18:33:16 *Inga elbows him, to which he yelps* Oct 19 18:34:15 * Morgan looks around Oct 19 18:35:39 *The trees look familiar, it’s about here that back in December Molly had started removing her clothing on horseback until she was riding bare-breasted and they were having fun flirting with each other Oct 19 18:36:24 I: Are they very far ahead? Oct 19 18:36:41 Could be... Oct 19 18:36:48 * Morgan tries to get an idea of Mollys distance Oct 19 18:37:16 *It’s under a mile, because he can feel he could pick up her thoughts* Oct 19 18:40:10 Less than a mile I reckon Oct 19 18:40:37 We’re okay if you need to catch her up? Oct 19 18:42:16 She's with the others, she'll be fine Oct 19 18:42:39 * HH nods Oct 19 18:43:49 What if you were crampin’ my style, man? Got a mattress in th’ back, and a pretty lassie up front... *he grins* a pregnant one at that, so you know how that is... *he grins* Oct 19 18:44:54 Think you'll find that sort of activity is more in my wheelhouse than yours Oct 19 18:45:24 *they both laugh* Oct 19 18:45:44 I: Oh yes, you did it on the way to Innesbruck last time, didn’t you? Oct 19 18:45:59 Might have Oct 19 18:46:30 * HH grins Oct 19 18:46:38 Can’t take you pair anywhere... Oct 19 18:47:07 clearly Oct 19 18:47:26 *Inga giggles* But they’re quite bad at home too... Oct 19 18:47:50 * Morgan nods Oct 19 18:47:52 That much is true Oct 19 18:49:18 Busy day like today though, best behaviour. Oct 19 18:49:38 * Morgan nods Oct 19 18:49:40 Sad day too Oct 19 18:49:58 * HH nods Oct 19 18:50:02 Yeah Oct 19 18:50:27 I: Leaving home is never easy Oct 19 18:50:33 No... Oct 19 18:56:03 *a little while passes, going through the part of the route where she’d made good use of the trousers with the access before he’d had in front of him and done likewise, one of the first very dominant things he’d done to her.* Oct 19 18:57:09 * Morgan smiles faintly Oct 19 18:57:45 *this does lead back to the way she’d watched the knot tying earlier, unusually distracted* Oct 19 18:58:44 [what was going on as you watched Yensid?] Oct 19 18:59:33 [I think everyone was just preparing to leave, the coachmen we’re checking things over?] Oct 19 18:59:51 [yes, and you were watching him tie knots while being distracted...] Oct 19 19:00:51 [I was watching the knots, yes, but I was thinking... well, I was thinking of you. Oct 19 19:01:44 [I see] Oct 19 19:01:58 [you are... jealous?] Oct 19 19:02:40 [I was concerned something was wrong] Oct 19 19:02:53 [such as?] Oct 19 19:04:52 [I don't know, thats why I asked] Oct 19 19:05:33 [no need for concern, and most certainly no desire for Yensid, of all people! *she sounds amused* Oct 19 19:07:06 [That would be rather horrific] Oct 19 19:07:51 [oh yes. And later, when I do not need to have concern for your delicate... sensibilities, I’ll show you what I -was- thinking of...] Oct 19 19:08:44 [alright] Oct 19 19:10:45 *He hears nothing more from her. He passes where they’d finally come off the road to find a suitable place, where she’d told him not to think of her pleasure, just to have his own pleasure selfishly* Oct 19 19:11:00 * Morgan blushes a little Oct 19 19:12:52 *unfortunately, he’s a little more physically responding than he ideally wanted* Oct 19 19:13:20 * Morgan sighs, fidgeting Oct 19 19:13:36 Bored already? Oct 19 19:15:26 * Morgan shrugs a little, looking around Oct 19 19:16:25 I: It won’t be long until everyone wishes to stop Oct 19 19:16:38 You're probably right Oct 19 19:18:44 *Another half an hour passes, mostly Inga and HH being soppy and flirty, before he hears [My love, will we stop now?] Oct 19 19:19:31 [if you want love, it'll give us chance to catch up] Oct 19 19:23:29 *When they arrive, everyone seems to be milling around and stretching their legs. Molly is stood with a hand in the small of her back, making her bump prominent. Oct 19 19:28:02 * Morgan goes straight to her Oct 19 19:28:04 You alright love? Oct 19 19:28:32 * HH smiles, taking a step back Oct 19 19:28:41 * HH is now known as Molly Oct 19 19:28:52 yes, I am Oct 19 19:29:33 * Morgan looks confused Oct 19 19:29:58 It was very warm in there... *she smiles* Oct 19 19:30:18 Ah, I see Oct 19 19:31:11 * Molly nods, watching him. The others are busy chatting with HH and Inga Oct 19 19:31:17 I’ve missed you... Oct 19 19:31:33 And I you Oct 19 19:31:54 * Molly nods “Have you enjoyed the view hereabouts?” Oct 19 19:33:24 * Morgan nods a little Oct 19 19:33:34 Its made things a little... uncomfortable Oct 19 19:34:22 * Molly ‘s eyes light up, though the expression is sympathetic “I am sorry to hear that Your Excellency has found it hard at times...” Oct 19 19:34:35 I'm sure you are Oct 19 19:34:54 * Molly smiles sweetly “Mmhmmm...” Oct 19 19:36:02 * Morgan nods Oct 19 19:36:29 What you need is some softness, to counterbalance it? Oct 19 19:37:11 That sounds like a trap... Oct 19 19:39:05 * Molly giggles “A trap is something you get into, and can’t get out of... Not something you go into, and out of... *she watches his eyes* and into... and out of... Oct 19 19:41:18 Uh huh Oct 19 19:41:41 * Molly smiles “Do you wish we were travelling alone, my love?” Oct 19 19:42:40 Somewhat, aye Oct 19 19:43:02 * Molly frowns a little “What is wrong?” Oct 19 19:43:41 Its just uncomfortable... and I'm still saddened Oct 19 19:44:34 * Molly nods sadly Oct 19 19:45:01 Shall I block your sense of smell again so I can at least hold you? Oct 19 19:45:14 please Oct 19 19:47:50 *his neck prickles, and all the scents of his wife and the wilderness disappears. She embraces him* Oct 19 19:48:21 * Morgan holds on to her Oct 19 19:49:45 * Molly feels warm, and safe, and though the feel of her belly against him is a pleasant distraction, mostly she feels like home. Oct 19 19:50:04 .me sighs, relaxing Oct 19 19:51:00 It’s alright to be sad, my love. I was so sad when we left the Rose Oct 19 19:51:47 * Morgan nods Oct 19 19:52:51 It will ease, and you’ll adjust, liebling. And soon you’ll be able to feel your son. Oct 19 19:53:13 * Morgan nods Oct 19 19:53:17 I hope so Oct 19 19:54:10 * Molly breathes in deeply by his neck, then sighs “We should get back on the road...” Oct 19 19:54:18 aye Oct 19 19:55:22 * Molly pulls away with a rallying smile Oct 19 19:55:39 I’ll move away and give you your sense back? Oct 19 19:56:25 please Oct 19 19:57:17 * Molly does so, but of course the scent of her still lingers a little on his clothes Oct 19 20:01:57 Thank you love Oct 19 20:02:04 * Molly smiles Oct 19 20:02:32 I’ll see you when we stop to eat... Oct 19 20:03:02 * Morgan nods Oct 19 20:03:03 Alright love Oct 19 20:03:41 * Molly watches him a moment before nodding slightly, and then goes back to the coach Oct 19 20:04:41 * Morgan sighs, going back to his horse Oct 19 20:05:10 *Edward is watching him* Brother? Oct 19 20:05:15 * Molly is now known as Edward Oct 19 20:05:54 Hmm? Oct 19 20:06:50 Are you well? Oct 19 20:08:01 * Morgan nods Oct 19 20:08:04 Aye I am Oct 19 20:08:56 * Edward nods Oct 19 20:09:00 And Molly is well? Oct 19 20:10:37 * Morgan nods Oct 19 20:10:38 She's fine Oct 19 20:10:48 * Edward nods Oct 19 20:11:12 Very well then. Shall we? Oct 19 20:13:29 * Morgan nods, looking around Oct 19 20:13:29 Aye Oct 19 20:16:01 *they get underway again. Edward seems quiet, but not unhappily so, and it means that riding with him in front of the coaches means that Morgan can keep a thorough look out. Two hours pass without any sign of danger before Molly says [would you look for somewhere for lunch, the children are getting tetchy and frustrated with their confinement!] Oct 19 20:18:00 [yes love] Oct 19 20:18:27 The children need to get some time outside... somewhere for lunch would be useful Oct 19 20:19:05 * Edward nods, keeping an eye out. A few minutes later he says “There’s a clearing with a stream there...” Oct 19 20:20:44 * Morgan nods, checking with his magic Oct 19 20:20:56 *Edward is correct* Oct 19 20:22:44 * Morgan nods Oct 19 20:22:47 alright Oct 19 20:23:34 *theres no sign of other people around* Oct 19 20:25:45 * Edward calls to the coachmen, and soon they’re all alighting. Molly must have been nursing because she’s still tying the strap up when she gets out Oct 19 20:26:09 You alright love? Oct 19 20:27:14 *She nods* I am. I’ll be back in a moment Oct 19 20:28:53 * Morgan nods, letting her go Oct 19 20:31:19 *she goes into the bushes. He can hear the rustling of her skirts, and it wasn’t so long ago on a trip like this, surrounded be others, where she’d sent him what she could see of her own bare skin in the woods. Then the view had been shockingly intimate, now that part of her would be obscured by the bump he’d had his hands on this morning* Oct 19 20:33:48 * Morgan sighs, looking around Oct 19 20:35:05 *the stream trickles along. It’s nice here, peaceful, aside from the assorted members of his party organising food and blankets to sit on. He catches a faint, feminine giggle Oct 19 20:35:39 * Morgan looks in that direction Oct 19 20:36:18 *He can see that Edward and Mina have stolen a brief moment together out of the eyesight of the others Oct 19 20:39:05 * Morgan rolls his eyes, going to the children Oct 19 20:40:07 *Theyre busy trying to get into the food whilst the grown ups try to organise first* Oct 19 20:40:25 HH: $spotted the lovebirds?$ Oct 19 20:40:31 * Morgan nods a little Oct 19 20:43:05 HH: *he glances at Inga, then looks back to Morgan* $might try a spot of that myself before we go. Keep the fire in the forge going, you know?$ Oct 19 20:43:50 * Morgan nods Oct 19 20:43:52 aye Oct 19 20:45:29 *he hears Molly approach, but his neck prickles before she gets near* Oct 19 20:46:44 * Morgan turns Oct 19 20:47:21 * Edward is now known as Molly Oct 19 20:49:03 * Molly smiles at the assembled company before trying to sit down. It looks a little difficult now with her changing body, but HH is immediately at her side and offering her a hand Oct 19 20:49:37 * Morgan nods to him, moving to her Oct 19 20:50:26 *HH nods to Morgan, then releases her hand Oct 19 20:50:54 * Morgan takes her hand Oct 19 20:51:16 * Molly smiles “Thank you” Oct 19 20:51:46 * Morgan inclines his head Oct 19 20:52:17 * Molly eases down to the ground, then moves her hand from his to her bump Oct 19 20:52:44 Ad: This is a good spot for lunch, water for the horses. Oct 19 20:54:41 * Morgan nods Oct 19 20:54:42 I agree Oct 19 20:55:16 * Molly nods thoughtfully, But is soon distracted by the food and having Emil in her lap Oct 19 20:55:54 * Morgan moves to help sort lunch Oct 19 20:56:23 *there’s a variety of food, and everyone starts, but of course everything is tasteless to him Oct 19 20:57:07 [could you fix my sense of smell? I cant taste anything] Oct 19 20:58:38 *she’s busy talking with Inga, so when the magic comes it completely reverses the blocking of smell, not the ideal when she’s sat right beside him* Oct 19 20:59:22 * Morgan clears his throat, eating Oct 19 21:01:58 *The food tastes fine, though his interest in eating has lessened. In terms of the picnic, at least. She’s still chatting to Inga, and pushes some hair from her neck where he can see her pulse* Oct 19 21:02:15 * Morgan looks around Oct 19 21:03:57 *Everyone seems quite at ease, Edward and Mina seem to be very close, and HH is telling them about the bottle. Adalbrecht looks a bit keen to get moving after twenty minutes Oct 19 21:04:41 * Morgan doesn't move Oct 19 21:05:27 Ad: everyone seems to have finished eating, let us pack up Oct 19 21:06:55 *HH stands* I need a quick word with Inga before I turn ‘er over for gossipin’ Oct 19 21:07:32 *Inga glances at Molly, who just smiles slightly, and then she goes with HH* Oct 19 21:08:45 * Morgan gets up, turning to help Molly up Oct 19 21:10:59 * Molly takes the help, thanking him. Her hand is warm, as it had been on top of his this morning as he held her belly. She gently squeezes before loosening the grip. Oct 19 21:11:06 Thank you, my love Oct 19 21:11:16 Of course Oct 19 21:12:06 * Molly watches him a moment before then seeming to remember something. His neck prickles again, and he loses all the intoxicating warm pregnant scent of her Oct 19 21:13:05 Thank you love.... Oct 19 21:13:25 * Molly nods “yes” Oct 19 21:14:09 Yes? Oct 19 21:14:18 *The children are busy climbing and playing, the adults packing the things away* Yes, that’s fine Oct 19 21:14:55 * Morgan nods Oct 19 21:14:58 I'd best help pack up Oct 19 21:15:27 * Molly nods “I’ll check Emil is clean and dry. We’ll stop once more I imagine” Oct 19 21:15:52 * Morgan nods Oct 19 21:15:54 Sounds about right Oct 19 21:17:09 * Molly nods, going to find the toddler. He misses the chance to hand her in whilst he’s checking things are properly strapped on. He sees Yensid retie the rope that holds his bag Oct 19 21:18:05 * Morgan looks at the rope Oct 19 21:19:04 *it looks extremely secure, and the ropework would be very pretty if it was on his pregnant wife’s naked body...* Oct 19 21:20:42 * Morgan shrugs slightly, going to his horse Oct 19 21:21:23 *Everyone else is ready, and so they set off once more. He gets chance to decide where he wants to ride and who with* Oct 19 21:22:05 * Morgan moves up beside his father Oct 19 21:22:14 * Molly is now known as Adalbrecht Oct 19 21:22:50 I prefer shorter and fewer stops, however with ladies and children it’s unavoidable. Oct 19 21:23:18 * Morgan nods Oct 19 21:23:20 indeed Oct 19 21:23:48 * Adalbrecht nods Oct 19 21:24:14 Let us make good pace then, and we should see Innesbruck mid-afternoon Oct 19 21:24:40 I reckon we'll need another stop Oct 19 21:25:21 * Adalbrecht nods grudgingly “I suspect so” Oct 19 21:26:50 Like you said... ladies and children Oct 19 21:27:16 * Adalbrecht nods Oct 19 21:27:38 They are happy to entertain each other, at least Oct 19 21:28:13 * Morgan nods Oct 19 21:28:15 aye Oct 19 21:29:02 Molly and Inga seemed particularly keen to sit together and gossip Oct 19 21:29:42 * Morgan nods Oct 19 21:29:45 They do that a lot Oct 19 21:29:58 * Adalbrecht nods Oct 19 21:30:16 I will never fathom what they find to discuss at such lengths Oct 19 21:32:08 Probably the sort of things men would never talk about Oct 19 21:32:20 * Adalbrecht nods Oct 19 21:32:43 Yes, quite so... I am glad your Mother doesn’t talk that way with her friends Oct 19 21:34:04 I'm sure Oct 19 21:34:46 * Adalbrecht rides quietly then, but whether he’s brooding on that idea or just missing his wife, there’s no way to tell Oct 19 21:36:58 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Oct 19 21:55:34 * Adalbrecht has quit (Read error: EOF from client)