**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Nov 1 12:08:10 2025 Nov 01 12:08:10 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.101) has joined Nov 01 12:09:36 I am going to take a few minutes to look for water next Nov 01 12:09:36 * Morgan nods Nov 01 12:09:36 Alright Nov 01 12:09:36 * Molly lays a gentle hand on his flank a moment, watching him Nov 01 12:09:36 I’m sorry you’re in this situation. Nov 01 12:09:39 * Morgan nods Nov 01 12:09:41 * Molly squeezes gently. It’s affectionate, caring. Then she stands “Let’s see if this place is going to be cooperative and give us what we need” Nov 01 12:09:43 Its unlikely Nov 01 12:09:45 * Molly picks up the lantern “I’ll have to take this, I’m afraid. I’ll come back as soon as I can” Nov 01 12:09:47 alright Nov 01 12:09:49 * Molly watches him a moment before setting off, leaving him in the darkness with his thoughts and thirst Nov 01 12:09:53 * Morgan sits quietly Nov 01 12:09:55 *he reckons a quarter hour passes before she returns. He hears her muttering “It’ll need to be the hard way then...” Nov 01 12:10:56 /me is carrying a chunk of wood about five inches in diameter “I'm going to need that knife now” Nov 01 12:11:17 Why? Nov 01 12:12:07 We need a sort of cup, or shallow bowl *she sits down beside him* Nov 01 12:12:51 * Morgan nods, laying the knife on the ground Nov 01 12:13:10 *she takes it and starts trying to dig out the middle, but doesn't seem to have much experience with wood carving Nov 01 12:13:55 How long were you there? Nov 01 12:14:01 I don't know Nov 01 12:14:20 * Molly nods, keeping working “I think you’re very brave” Nov 01 12:14:38 Why? Nov 01 12:14:50 You’ve managed to escape Nov 01 12:15:49 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 12:15:54 I suspect that'll end up doing me no good Nov 01 12:16:34 * Molly frowns “why?” Nov 01 12:17:45 I think I'm a bit far gone to make it without finding a stream Nov 01 12:18:35 * Molly works faster “Be patient, dear one, I think you’ll be fine” Nov 01 12:18:45 What did you call me? Nov 01 12:19:07 * Molly blushes “Oh, sorry, I call people that sometimes” Nov 01 12:20:47 *she doesn’t say more in the next few minutes, so focused on trying to shape the cup. He gets chance to study her without being caught* Nov 01 12:22:02 * Morgan watches her Nov 01 12:22:54 * Molly chews her lower lip as she shapes the edge. Then she runs her fingers over the shape of it all “Alright, that’ll do.” Nov 01 12:25:49 Just need to magic up a stream now Nov 01 12:26:14 * Molly smiles faintly “Yes... sit tight a minute, please” Nov 01 12:26:52 * Morgan frowns, staying put Nov 01 12:27:03 * Molly gets up, moving around the tree a little and sitting down. He hears the rustling of fabric Nov 01 12:30:05 * Morgan waits Nov 01 12:30:41 *he hears her take a deep breath, hold it, and then exhale with a sigh. It’s quiet for a few minutes, and then she reaches behind her to him with the cup* Here... Nov 01 12:32:16 * Morgan takes it, confused Nov 01 12:32:28 *the smell of the warm milk in it makes his stomach wake, grumbling loudly* Nov 01 12:33:17 * Morgan just looks at it Nov 01 12:33:39 well? Nov 01 12:33:46 Well what? Nov 01 12:33:53 Is it alright? Nov 01 12:34:51 I don't understand Nov 01 12:35:06 what don’t you understood? Nov 01 12:35:25 What I'm supposed to be doing with this Nov 01 12:35:37 drinking it? *she sounds puzzled * Nov 01 12:35:43 Oh... Nov 01 12:35:47 * Morgan drinks it Nov 01 12:36:01 *just the wetness of it on his tongue and in his mouth is like bliss, soaking into the dryness. There's not a lot of it in the sort-of cup, but it ignites his need to drink wildly. Nov 01 12:37:49 * Morgan drinks it quickly, out of breath when he stops Nov 01 12:38:26 * It's sweet and hot, like a coffee made with cream but just tasting of milk, but it’s gone far too quickly Nov 01 12:41:26 * Morgan makes a quiet noise of disappointment Nov 01 12:41:39 It’s okay, pass me the cup back Nov 01 12:42:38 * Morgan hands it back Nov 01 12:43:19 *she takes it again. The seconds it takes seems like forever when he just needs more, wants more* Nov 01 12:46:39 * Morgan listens for anyone approaching Nov 01 12:47:12 *he hears no one, nor the dog she was looking for. She passes the cup back again, still not very full Nov 01 12:47:43 * Morgan frowns a little but drinks it Nov 01 12:47:53 *it's still so good in his mouth. He swallows it, and his stomach threatens to rebel a moment* Nov 01 12:48:03 * Morgan breathes slowly Nov 01 12:48:22 Alright? Nov 01 12:48:49 * Morgan nods Nov 01 12:49:00 Stomach was threatening something Nov 01 12:49:17 Understandable if you’re drinking fast Nov 01 12:50:25 Yeah, probably Nov 01 12:50:53 It’s be unlikely to be intolerant of breastmilk Nov 01 12:51:22 * Morgan nods, blushing Nov 01 12:51:25 probably Nov 01 12:52:06 * Molly laughs softly “The only other option would tase much less pleasant..” Nov 01 12:54:11 * Morgan nods, looking around Nov 01 12:55:12 *there’s nothing to see. His stomach feels fine again now Nov 01 12:55:43 * Morgan nods, swallowing Nov 01 12:55:50 *the next mouthful is fine, but the drive for more is absolutely mad, savagely powerful. The cup is empty again* Nov 01 12:57:48 I'm sorry, is there any more? Nov 01 12:58:41 * Molly takes the cup “There is. I’m sorry it’s slow, but this is so inefficient and it's soaking into the wood…” Nov 01 12:59:32 Need some waxed sheet or leather Nov 01 13:00:08 Oh yes, that would have been useful... Sadly I do not think we have some. Is it helping? Nov 01 13:00:51 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:00:55 Yes I think so Nov 01 13:02:44 *She sounds happy about this* I’m glad to hear it. I can keep going as long as I can, but unfortunately the easier way for this is not going to be acceptable to you *she holds the cup to him again, about the same amount as before. She’s right, the wood is taking its share* Nov 01 13:03:15 * Morgan nods, drinking quickly Nov 01 13:04:18 *The thirst rides him hard, his skin itches with the need, but his mouth feels less dry, and the pain where the teeth were is a little less too Nov 01 13:05:36 * Morgan hands it back to her Nov 01 13:05:45 More? Nov 01 13:06:45 Please Nov 01 13:07:32 *They go through this process a couple more times, but the volume is dwindling and the wood is soaking, and it’s still not enough* Nov 01 13:08:15 * Morgan sighs heavily Nov 01 13:08:39 * Molly does likewise “I was worried this was going to happen” Nov 01 13:09:13 What? Nov 01 13:09:29 The flow is greatly lessened Nov 01 13:10:59 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:11:24 It’s not very effective by hand Nov 01 13:12:23 No I imagine not Nov 01 13:13:47 * Molly stands, bringing him the cup. He can see how the tie of drawstring at her neckline is loose, but he only sees a little more of her breasts than he did before. She hands him the cup, but again there’s not much in it Nov 01 13:15:10 * Morgan drinks it gratefully Nov 01 13:16:19 I am going to have another quick look for water or rain, and try to call Bär again *She rubs her stomach again* Nov 01 13:17:38 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:17:39 Alright Nov 01 13:19:54 * Molly goes, but he feels her absence keenly, like maybe she won’t come back for him, and won’t come back to give him the only sustenance he’s had, though it sounds like she’s now struggling to do so. He couldn’t really consider taking the milk directly from the source, surely? Nov 01 13:20:32 * Morgan shakes his head, shifting where he's sat Nov 01 13:21:11 *He hears her calling for the dog repeatedly, but nothing. Ten minutes have passed when she returns Nov 01 13:21:20 Still nothing, I’m afraid Nov 01 13:22:01 What are you doing out here so far from anything? Nov 01 13:22:28 Looking for Bär, and now I’m turned about and trying to get home Nov 01 13:22:51 * Molly holds out her hand for the cup Nov 01 13:23:03 * Morgan nods, handing her the cup Nov 01 13:23:22 * Molly stays standing, but just turns her back this time Nov 01 13:23:35 Are you far from home? Nov 01 13:24:20 Ummm... maybe? Nov 01 13:25:12 * Molly nods. He can see from behind how one hand must be holding the cup, and the other must be on her breast Nov 01 13:25:49 * Morgan looks away Nov 01 13:26:16 We’re in Ussura, west of Novorotskiy. The border is about ten miles, I think Nov 01 13:26:44 Then... yes... Nov 01 13:27:01 Os, are you from Wische then? Nov 01 13:27:16 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 13:28:06 * Molly sighs “I think we’re going to have to give it a while before I can get any more like this” Nov 01 13:29:31 Alright... thank you Nov 01 13:29:46 * Molly pulls her dress up, turning back to him Nov 01 13:30:11 I’m only sorry it isn’t more, I feel guilty that you’re left this way Nov 01 13:30:58 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 13:31:15 Its much better than I was when I found you Nov 01 13:31:49 * Molly smiles warmly “Good...” She sits back beside him “Will you do something for me?” Nov 01 13:33:33 What? Nov 01 13:34:19 * Molly pats her thigh “Lie here with your head on my lap? Tender closeness will fill me again quicker” Nov 01 13:35:04 * Morgan looks uncomfortable Nov 01 13:35:06 Right... Nov 01 13:35:19 * Molly smiles softly Nov 01 13:35:27 what unsettles you about that? Nov 01 13:35:36 Its a bit... intimate... Nov 01 13:36:08 * Molly smiles warmly “Most would say we’re already quite intimately acquainted now” Nov 01 13:38:22 * Morgan frowns Nov 01 13:38:24 I suppose... Nov 01 13:38:51 * Molly shrugs “Don’t, if you’d find lying with me that was distasteful” Nov 01 13:39:16 Its not that... its... not appropriate Nov 01 13:39:47 * Molly smiles “I’m pregnant, it’s not like you’ll be suddenly overcome with a desire for me!” Nov 01 13:41:59 * Morgan nods a little, moving closer to put his head on her lap Nov 01 13:42:37 * Molly smiles. Her thigh is soft, and she smells somehow familiar, safe Nov 01 13:43:15 How about I sing to you? I have an awful feeling that we’re going to be stuck here until dawn Nov 01 13:43:24 Will that not be dangerous? Nov 01 13:43:33 Singing? Nov 01 13:43:40 If we're found... Nov 01 13:44:19 I’m not sure we’re likely to be, but I’ll stay awake Nov 01 13:46:42 * Morgan nods a little, closing his eyes Nov 01 13:47:26 May I stroke your hair? Nov 01 13:47:46 If you like Nov 01 13:49:33 * Molly gently does so, avoiding the sore spots. Her voice is nice and soft, and she sings a song he’s never heard but feels familiar in his soul {Home} Nov 01 13:50:22 * Morgan frowns a little Nov 01 13:51:49 * Molly gently smooths his brow. The caress is so sweet and tender that he feels that almost-maternal touch in his chest “You do not like that song?” Nov 01 13:52:23 It just... sounded familiar... sort of Nov 01 13:52:58 Mmm... It was written for me. Nov 01 13:53:32 Thats nice Nov 01 13:53:54 Yes, it really was. I was very lucky to be loved so much Nov 01 13:54:32 Was? Nov 01 13:54:55 Mmhmm... my husband and I are... in very different places right now Nov 01 13:56:14 Oh... I'm sorry to hear that Nov 01 13:57:03 Yes, me too... Right now he doesn’t love me, which is a shame Nov 01 13:57:21 * Morgan nods Nov 01 13:59:00 Fortunately I still have this little one for company *she rubs her belly that’s not far from his face* Nov 01 14:00:31 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:00:49 Have you ever felt a pregnant belly before? Nov 01 14:02:17 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 14:05:59 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 01 14:15:27 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.101) has joined Nov 01 14:16:53 Yes, me too... Right now he doesn’t love me, which is a shame Nov 01 14:16:53 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:16:53 Fortunately I still have this little one for company *she rubs her belly that’s not far from his face* Nov 01 14:16:53 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:16:53 Have you ever felt a pregnant belly before? Nov 01 14:16:57 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 14:17:06 would you like to? Nov 01 14:18:36 If you like Nov 01 14:19:50 * Molly takes his hand, putting it on her stomach. It feels warm and firm. She smells good, and like the milk he’d drunk Nov 01 14:21:06 * Morgan stays quiet Nov 01 14:21:31 what do you think? Nov 01 14:21:53 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 14:21:56 Hard to say really Nov 01 14:22:49 Do you look forward to having your own children? *he feels a little movement under his hand* Nov 01 14:23:53 I think I felt movement... ummm... I haven't considered it Nov 01 14:24:30 * Molly smiles “I felt it too. Have you fallen in love?” Nov 01 14:25:02 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 14:25:06 Been a bit busy Nov 01 14:25:40 * Molly nods, still stroking his hair Nov 01 14:26:02 Fighting a War that I think will be over in a few years Nov 01 14:26:28 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 14:26:29 We'll see Nov 01 14:26:47 * Molly nods, watching him Nov 01 14:26:55 You’re very handsome, you know? Nov 01 14:27:26 Not really Nov 01 14:27:35 I think you are. Nov 01 14:27:54 Well, its dark Nov 01 14:28:25 * Molly laughs “Tomorrow, in the daylight, I think I’ll still feel the same” Nov 01 14:29:49 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 14:30:10 You know you aren’t going to die, right? Nov 01 14:32:16 * Morgan shrugs again Nov 01 14:33:16 The milk will have helped. I’ll get more when I can. If you wouldn’t object so much, I’d have suggested I just nurse you Nov 01 14:34:15 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 14:34:19 No, thats not acceptable Nov 01 14:36:05 * Molly shakes her head with amused exasperation “you’d rather risk death, hmm?” Nov 01 14:37:23 If its my time... Nov 01 14:38:38 * Molly nods, still stroking his hair. She sings again, and it’s very relaxing. He feels himself starting to doze Nov 01 14:39:13 * Morgan doesn't fight it Nov 01 14:42:05 *he hovers in that half-sleep, his mind wandering to the softness of her thigh, the firmness of her belly, the taste of her milk, and what it would be like if she was his wife, and it was his child within her, and how it might be to be properly intimate with her. What wakes him from this dozing is pressure and hardness in his trousers Nov 01 14:42:14 * Molly is still singing softly Nov 01 14:42:25 * Morgan frowns Nov 01 14:42:46 * Molly looks at him “Is it hurting?” Nov 01 14:43:52 No, no its fine Nov 01 14:44:35 * Molly glances towards the wound, but must notice the straining fabric Nov 01 14:45:24 Ahh... I should get up, my bottom has gone numb Nov 01 14:45:49 * Morgan nods, sitting up Nov 01 14:46:56 * Molly stands, stretching “I’ll give you some privacy, you probably need to relieve yourself by now” Nov 01 14:47:58 * Morgan nods Nov 01 14:48:22 * Molly wanders away, leaving him the lamp Nov 01 14:50:25 * Morgan moves to pee Nov 01 14:51:27 *he gets a sense of deja vu about the fact he’s still too hard to go* Nov 01 14:51:44 * Morgan frowns, sighing Nov 01 14:52:48 *he doesn’t hear her until she’s much closer. She probably can't see what he's doing, but he can't actually be sure* Morgan? *his manhood twitches a little in his hand just from her saying his name* Nov 01 14:53:44 Yeah, hang on Nov 01 14:54:26 * Morgan frowns Nov 01 14:55:04 If I’m interrupting, I can come back Nov 01 14:55:13 How do you know my name? Nov 01 14:55:19 You told me Nov 01 14:57:27 No... I didn't Nov 01 14:58:34 Oh... Hmm... Nov 01 15:01:12 * Morgan tries to calm himself enough to do up his placket Nov 01 15:01:56 *it’s not easy, especially with the taste of her milk in his mouth, but he manages to get covered Nov 01 15:03:21 * Morgan turns to watch her Nov 01 15:03:36 * Molly is watching him with a frown Nov 01 15:04:41 I get the feeling you do not like me. Nov 01 15:04:55 How do you know my name? Nov 01 15:05:09 You wouldn’t even believe me if I told you. Nov 01 15:06:09 * Morgan watches her suspiciously Nov 01 15:06:36 * Molly looks surprisingly hurt by this, and looks away Nov 01 15:08:42 I really am a Duchess, I’m really twenty carrying my third child, I do have a private garden. And I did have sex in the Eisenfurst’s stables, and I know your name because that’s what I was moaning when I was there. Nov 01 15:08:56 * Morgan frowns Nov 01 15:09:03 Thats... preposterous Nov 01 15:09:23 * Molly shrugs “It’s real. You are my husband.” Nov 01 15:10:31 nonsense Nov 01 15:10:58 All this is just a nightmare, but now I’m stuck here with you Nov 01 15:12:15 I wish that were the case Nov 01 15:12:53 It is. Alright, what can I tell you that will make you believe me? Nov 01 15:14:14 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 15:14:16 Nothing Nov 01 15:14:28 * Molly ponders Nov 01 15:15:07 it’d have to be something no one else could know... Nov 01 15:18:00 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 15:18:08 Everything can be discovered if you're determined Nov 01 15:18:19 * Molly watches him Nov 01 15:19:02 When you were about thirteen, you saw a girl through the gates of the Academy that you thought was pretty... Then you dreamt about her pleasuring you with her hand. Nov 01 15:19:12 * Morgan frowns Nov 01 15:19:15 How the hell? Nov 01 15:19:44 Because I am your wife, and you are dreaming Nov 01 15:20:15 * Morgan shakes his head disbelievingly Nov 01 15:20:37 * Molly sighs and moves to him, suddenly kissing him Nov 01 15:22:38 * Morgan makes a noise of surprise Nov 01 15:23:27 *her lips are soft, and the way she fits against him does start to give him a feeling of deja vu. She puts a gentle hand on the side of his neck Nov 01 15:26:19 * Morgan pulls away Nov 01 15:26:54 * Molly ‘s wounded expression looks much too genuine to be faked Nov 01 15:27:00 Very well Nov 01 15:28:18 * Molly walks away from him, calling once more for the dog Nov 01 15:28:32 * Morgan frowns, confused Nov 01 15:28:50 * Molly keeps going Nov 01 15:32:01 * Morgan slowly follows her, looking around warily Nov 01 15:32:27 *he still needs to pee, but the kiss and her body to his, the hand on his, and it’s going to be more challenging than is ideal. He spots her kicking a tree* Nov 01 15:33:01 * Morgan stops, watching her Nov 01 15:33:20 * Molly looks cross “Let me out!” Nov 01 15:33:37 Who are you talking to? Nov 01 15:34:32 * Molly looks back at him “I’m not going to tell you, because you do not believe me anyway. I don’t think you even will until you hear the dawn watch” Nov 01 15:35:13 Sounds petty Nov 01 15:35:38 * Molly frowns “I hate this place! I hope neither of us ever has to come here again!” Nov 01 15:36:17 That I can be onboard with Nov 01 15:36:42 * Molly nods, kicking the tree again. Then she pauses, tilting her head Nov 01 15:37:06 Are you wearing a silver pendant, with a compass on it? Nov 01 15:37:18 I don't have one Nov 01 15:37:36 Could you just have a look? Nov 01 15:37:54 * Morgan shrugs, looking Nov 01 15:38:10 *there is indeed such a necklace under his shirt* Nov 01 15:38:34 What the hell Nov 01 15:38:49 * Molly looks excited and relieved “It’s there?” Nov 01 15:39:24 * Morgan nods Nov 01 15:39:26 yeah Nov 01 15:39:48 * Molly smiles “Wonderful! I think it’s time to go, thankfully!” Nov 01 15:40:07 Go where? Nov 01 15:40:20 *it feels a little warm against his skin, and has a purple shine to it* Nov 01 15:40:35 To the shore of the Sudlache, where you’re safe Nov 01 15:40:49 * Morgan gingerly touches the pendant, muttering Nov 01 15:40:51 I wish... Nov 01 15:41:52 *Between one blink and the next, suddenly it’s not dark anymore. The leaves under his feet are tiny stones. He immediately knows who and when he really is* Nov 01 15:42:44 * Morgan moves closer to the water, sitting down to think Nov 01 15:44:17 *it’s so very peaceful here, the water making the familiar swish on the shore* Nov 01 15:45:45 * Morgan spends a while there before trying to wake up Nov 01 15:47:03 *he awakes. She's not in bed* Nov 01 15:47:19 [where are you?] Nov 01 15:47:38 *his neck prickles, there's the sound of something ceramic being set down, and she gets back in beside him “it's okay, I’m here” Nov 01 15:50:01 Whats going on? Nov 01 15:50:05 *there’s no light. Her skin is a little cool, and she smells of breastmilk and pregnancy* Nov 01 15:50:13 I was extremely full Nov 01 15:51:22 * Morgan nods Nov 01 15:51:26 alright Nov 01 15:52:01 * Molly sighs Nov 01 15:52:08 How are you? what do you need? Nov 01 15:52:33 I'm confused... but I'm okay Nov 01 15:52:51 You were at the lake about an hour Nov 01 15:53:17 Uhhh... how do you know that? Nov 01 15:53:27 Because I woke an hour ago Nov 01 15:53:34 * Morgan frowns Nov 01 15:53:43 But you were pregnant with our -third- Nov 01 15:53:49 Varick and Emil. Nov 01 15:54:35 Oh... yes, that makes sense now Nov 01 15:55:08 * Molly nods Nov 01 15:55:26 I’ve never been stuck like that before in dreams I know are dreams Nov 01 15:56:32 * Morgan nods Nov 01 15:56:35 Thats unpleasant Nov 01 15:56:46 * Molly nods, pulling the sheets up Nov 01 15:56:58 I couldn’t change anything! Nov 01 15:58:32 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:00:24 Will you come to me? Will you let me hold you? Nov 01 16:01:15 * Morgan nods, moving to her Nov 01 16:01:42 * Molly opens her arms, tapping over her heart Nov 01 16:02:08 * Morgan moves to her Nov 01 16:05:29 * Molly encompasses him tightly. She smells good, her bump against him, her heartbeat beneath his ear. She almost seems to vibrate with tension Nov 01 16:05:57 * Morgan sighs, resting against her Nov 01 16:06:01 Whats wrong? Nov 01 16:06:07 I am so, so sorry. Nov 01 16:07:56 Whatever for? Nov 01 16:08:31 You wouldn’t... have dreamt that tonight... if it weren’t for me. Nov 01 16:10:02 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 16:10:09 Maybe... I always get bad nights here Nov 01 16:10:29 It was... too specific... Nov 01 16:10:34 * Molly starts to sniff Nov 01 16:10:55 Its fine love Nov 01 16:11:21 You were so hurt... I didn’t imagine... how bad it had been Nov 01 16:13:09 * Morgan nods a little Nov 01 16:13:11 I was, yes Nov 01 16:13:39 I could have lost you, before I’d even found you... Nov 01 16:15:53 I suppose so Nov 01 16:16:11 * Molly sighs heavily Nov 01 16:16:22 I couldn’t help you. Nov 01 16:16:46 No... Nov 01 16:16:55 It was awful Nov 01 16:17:12 I imagine so Nov 01 16:18:04 But there’s nothing you need? Nov 01 16:18:42 No... I'm okay Nov 01 16:18:49 The lake helps? Nov 01 16:19:50 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:19:54 Very much so, yes Nov 01 16:20:17 That’s good. I’m sorry I was asleep when you got here Nov 01 16:22:05 Its fine love, its been a long day Nov 01 16:22:47 * Molly nods “I waited a little while, but you didn’t come” Nov 01 16:23:09 Edward was downstairs drinking alone... Nov 01 16:23:26 * Molly sighs Nov 01 16:23:35 In truth, I am dreading today Nov 01 16:24:41 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:24:44 So am I, deeply Nov 01 16:28:38 * Molly nods Nov 01 16:29:25 Do you think perhaps it might be best if you were to go on ahead a little? Nov 01 16:30:09 I don't know Nov 01 16:30:34 It would spare you hearing Florrie parting from her father Nov 01 16:31:26 Yes... but it would remove another source of support from her Nov 01 16:33:00 Even just ten minutes away would be enough, and then she’d be with you Nov 01 16:33:45 Maybe Nov 01 16:35:12 Or I could reduce your hearing Nov 01 16:36:20 Aye maybe Nov 01 16:37:38 * Molly sighs, kissing his crown “Anything you need of me today, you shall have it” Nov 01 16:38:04 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:38:08 I know love Nov 01 16:39:21 Do you know what time it is? Nov 01 16:39:43 *It’s an hour before he’d usually hear the first chime, so two before dawn* Nov 01 16:39:57 Two hours before dawn Nov 01 16:40:39 * Molly sighs Nov 01 16:40:55 I’m wary of sending you off to sleep again Nov 01 16:41:01 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:41:03 As am I Nov 01 16:41:25 But a hard day ahead means you need a rest Nov 01 16:42:31 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 16:42:33 I'll manage Nov 01 16:43:37 I... I dreamt of Seb. We didn’t-do- anything, but I eventually realised I was dreaming, and that’s how I ended up in your nightmare Nov 01 16:44:20 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:45:44 I hate it when it happens. I always feel guilty. Nov 01 16:46:10 I know love Nov 01 16:47:03 I liked him, and we were flirting, but... there was no physical contact. Nov 01 16:47:15 Right... Nov 01 16:48:01 I thought you would want to know Nov 01 16:48:25 * Morgan nods, sighing Nov 01 16:48:27 I suppose so Nov 01 16:48:54 It wasn’t now, or when we met him. It would have been years ago Nov 01 16:49:27 * Morgan nods Nov 01 16:51:41 You do not need to worry. I do need to remember to ask Zench about some shockingly rude Avalonian poetry though! Nov 01 16:54:22 Why? Nov 01 17:05:07 There was a book of it, in my dream. sometimes these little things mean something Nov 01 17:05:49 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:05:53 aye Nov 01 17:06:15 * Molly kisses his crown again “Are you getting up?” Nov 01 17:06:52 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:06:54 Aye I think so Nov 01 17:07:28 Alright, I think I should sleep again, for Hirschen Nov 01 17:07:40 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:07:43 Yes love Nov 01 17:08:41 * Molly lets him go Nov 01 17:08:52 And you’re sure you do not need anything? Nov 01 17:10:24 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:10:25 I'm sure Nov 01 17:11:18 * Molly nods, curling up small beneath the sheets Nov 01 17:11:28 You will wake me if that changes Nov 01 17:12:40 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:12:41 Yes love Nov 01 17:13:23 I love you, liebes herz. You are where I belong. Nov 01 17:15:37 And I you my love Nov 01 17:15:53 * Molly nods, settling to sleep Nov 01 17:17:09 * Morgan gets up, getting dressed quietly before going downstairs to make coffee Nov 01 17:18:02 *The crumpled cream flannel that had been left out when he came to bed has since been washed and is now hanging to dry. There’s a chamberpot with a lot of milk in it on the dresser, she wasn’t kidding about being over full. He finds Edward there making coffee. He's still in the same clothes and smells of gin* Nov 01 17:18:53 Have you slept? Nov 01 17:21:45 * Molly is now known as Edward Nov 01 17:22:07 *he sighs* Part of me hoped I'd just died of embarrassment, but it seems not Nov 01 17:22:37 Embarrassment? Nov 01 17:22:57 * Edward pours his coffee, then pours Morgan some Nov 01 17:23:15 I will tell you, but I need a promise from you first Nov 01 17:23:22 That being? Nov 01 17:23:43 You will not rib me about this for at least one week Nov 01 17:24:16 * Morgan considers it Nov 01 17:24:19 alright Nov 01 17:24:33 * Edward sighs “I decided that rather than risk waking my wife, the library would suffice for a quick relief of tension…” Nov 01 17:25:13 * Edward checks Morgan isn’t smirking Nov 01 17:25:29 Someone walked in on you? Nov 01 17:25:52 * Edward nods “I begin, proceeding in the usual fashion, trying to muster those thoughts guaranteed to hasten the resolution quickest, as one does…” Nov 01 17:26:08 If you say so, but carry on Nov 01 17:26:34 *he's blushing, something Edward almost never does* Everyone but you, yes. The door opens. In a panic to cover myself, I knock my gin from the arm of my chair into my lap. Nov 01 17:27:04 Uh huh Nov 01 17:27:11 Naturally I jump up to try to get the drink off, which is when I am walked in upon, at full mast as well as soaking wet, trying to bat away the liquid… Nov 01 17:27:54 * Edward looks again for that smirking Nov 01 17:27:59 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:28:12 It's Uinise, book in hand, despite it being almost one o'clock. She looks me over whilst I just freeze with embarrassment, and she looks… pleasantly surprised Nov 01 17:29:07 * Morgan frowns Nov 01 17:29:09 Right... Nov 01 17:29:27 My member, which has been subjected to female admiration many times before, decides it would be a good moment to suddenly twitch and stand to further attention. I don't trust it at all, and I don't dare try to cover it in case the stimulation is too much and it makes it more embarrassing Nov 01 17:30:08 I see Nov 01 17:30:44 *he nods* She gives me a friendly smile, then goes to the shelves to swap her book, as if I've not just been caught bringing myself off like an adolescent. I don't know what to say so I just turn away and stand there like an idiot Nov 01 17:31:54 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Nov 01 17:31:59 She comes back past me and says as easily as if she was talking about a house or a carriage “We don't have ones that big in Capperlucia” Nov 01 17:34:09 * Morgan chuckles Nov 01 17:34:56 * Edward sighs again “By this point I wouldn't have been surprised if I'd dropped dead from humiliation, and then she says “Enjoy!”, followed by something in Capperlucian, and shuts the door behind her!” Nov 01 17:35:35 Can you remember what she said in Capperlucian? Nov 01 17:36:18 It sounded like Man-ooo-eeya Fah Amalie *He knows the term “Manuia a'e!” meaning ‘Happy Climbing!”* Nov 01 17:37:17 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Nov 01 17:37:40 Of course then the anxiety and nerves of the situation hits, on top of having been looked at by a, let's be frank, very pretty woman and told to keep going and enjoy tossing myself off. I hadn't even touched it again before suddenly I go off, no pleasure at all. Nov 01 17:38:07 Oh thats disappointing Nov 01 17:38:39 * Edward blushes “You agreed! One week I said!” Nov 01 17:39:09 No, I meant... doesn't matter Nov 01 17:39:26 * Edward sips his coffee Nov 01 17:39:49 I slept a couple of hours Nov 01 17:39:58 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:40:03 You need to wash and change Nov 01 17:44:17 Yes, I do. But if I take the coffee with me, the smell of gin will be less noticeable Nov 01 17:45:31 Just say you slept some but managed to spill the gin on yourself... Nov 01 17:46:04 * Edward sighs “And with Uinise?” Nov 01 17:46:52 Tough one... its entirely normal there Nov 01 17:47:24 I do not think she seemed offended, but... Nov 01 17:47:58 No, she won't have been... Nov 01 17:48:07 Claudia, however... Nov 01 17:49:11 Yeah, that could be the issue Nov 01 17:50:43 And worse... all the ladies gossiping... Nov 01 17:51:23 Assuming Uinise mentions it Nov 01 17:52:30 You think she might not? Nov 01 17:53:18 It's really tough to say... would you mention an everyday occurrence? Nov 01 17:53:36 No, probably not Nov 01 17:54:09 So, who knows Nov 01 17:54:27 * Edward nods, brushing his hand through his hair Nov 01 17:54:58 We can only wait and see, I suppose... Nov 01 17:55:47 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:55:49 quite Nov 01 17:56:09 * Edward sips his coffee quietly, keeping one eye on Morgan Nov 01 17:56:41 * Morgan sips his coffee Nov 01 17:56:49 At least it wasn’t Father. Nov 01 17:56:58 Oh god, can you imagine?! Nov 01 17:57:06 * Edward nods, chuckling Nov 01 17:57:30 Did he ever have a little talk with you about it? Nov 01 17:58:19 * Morgan nods Nov 01 17:58:21 A very little talk Nov 01 17:58:46 “As you get older, you’re going to start wanting to do something with yourself...” Nov 01 17:59:23 But Theus is watching... Nov 01 17:59:42 ... so don’t do it. Nov 01 17:59:51 * Edward chuckles again Nov 01 18:00:13 Exactly Nov 01 18:00:37 Did you know what he meant? Nov 01 18:05:17 No idea Nov 01 18:06:21 * Edward nods Nov 01 18:06:54 Me either at first. Isn’t everything you want to do something you do with yourself? Nov 01 18:07:05 Exactly! Nov 01 18:08:11 * Edward nods “Eventually I remembered what he’d said, but not until that ship had long sailed” Nov 01 18:08:29 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:09:01 That surprises me little Nov 01 18:09:10 I’ll be less circumspect with my sons Nov 01 18:09:35 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:09:53 Good idea... do you think, when he told us, -he- had any idea what he was talking about? Nov 01 18:10:19 * Edward opens his mouth, then frowns Nov 01 18:10:41 I’d never given that any thought... Nov 01 18:11:06 Don't think he had either Nov 01 18:11:15 * Edward chuckles Nov 01 18:12:25 What if Grandfather had told him that, and then he was so worried about it that he avoided anything even mildly displeasing to Our Lord... Nov 01 18:12:42 That sounds about right Nov 01 18:13:59 *Adalbrecht had tipsily told Morgan after his honeymoon that there -were- things that could be done to please a woman that didn’t risk conception though* Nov 01 18:14:23 * Morgan frowns Nov 01 18:14:48 He did tell me after my honeymoon though that there are things you could do to please a woman that still avoided pregnancy Nov 01 18:15:03 * Edward grimaces Nov 01 18:15:12 it doesn’t bear thinking about! Nov 01 18:16:09 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:16:15 He was a bit drunk Nov 01 18:16:24 * Edward nods Nov 01 18:16:37 what has you up this early? Nov 01 18:17:34 nightmare Nov 01 18:17:57 Not much of a surprise then Nov 01 18:19:36 * Morgan smiles a little Nov 01 18:19:40 Not really, no Nov 01 18:19:59 I wondered if you would dream of your capture Nov 01 18:20:41 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:20:42 I did Nov 01 18:20:57 I would hug you, but... Nov 01 18:22:46 But you stink of gin? Nov 01 18:23:10 Indeed Nov 01 18:24:48 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:25:31 Will you be training? Nov 01 18:25:45 In a while, yes Nov 01 18:26:05 * Edward nods “I’ll meet you around dawn then Nov 01 18:26:22 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:26:32 Alright... I'll see you in a while Nov 01 18:27:14 * Edward nods, taking his coffee with him Nov 01 18:28:53 * Morgan takes his own, going to the library to sit and wait for dawn Nov 01 18:30:24 *The room smells a little like gin, but thankfully Edward seems to have cleaned up his other spillage. The house is quiet until Walder appears to light the fire around first light Nov 01 18:30:53 Morning Walder Nov 01 18:34:02 * Edward is now known as Walder Nov 01 18:34:20 Morning Milord, good night? Nov 01 18:35:06 Until I went to sleep, yes... you? Nov 01 18:35:15 * Walder nods Nov 01 18:35:47 Was nice down at the tavern with everyone, shame you and her ladyship missed it Nov 01 18:36:20 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:36:24 We had something we had to take care of Nov 01 18:36:42 * Walder nods, getting the fire going Nov 01 18:37:00 What time will you be wanting to get off today? Nov 01 18:37:36 I suspect my father will want to get moving quickly, and my brother definitely won't Nov 01 18:37:56 He doesn’t strike me as a late waker Nov 01 18:38:44 No, but he's leaving the rest of us and, specifically, his daughter Nov 01 18:39:18 * Walder nods “don’t blame him then” Nov 01 18:39:43 No, me either Nov 01 18:40:28 I’ll let Terry know to start the breakfast going *he smiles happily* Nov 01 18:41:09 Might be an idea... could do with making sure everyones well fed Nov 01 18:42:39 * Walder nods “Everything’s much easier on a full belly” *the thought occurs that that wouldn’t be the case with that position Edward said came from Inga, her face down with a pillow under her hips* Nov 01 18:43:55 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Nov 01 18:44:03 Need to look at the plans for the cottage before we go Nov 01 18:44:44 * Walder nods “Could do that over breakfast? James and Elsie were already up from what I could hear” Nov 01 18:44:53 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:44:55 Sounds good Nov 01 18:45:38 I’ll do the fires then get on shifting the bags and sorting the carriages, Milord Nov 01 18:46:17 * Morgan nods Nov 01 18:46:19 Alright Walder Nov 01 18:47:07 * Walder bows before going. Dawn won’t be that far away now Nov 01 18:50:04 * Morgan heads outside Nov 01 18:50:47 *The space he’s used many times before contains only Claudia swinging a sword about* Nov 01 18:50:53 * Walder is now known as Claudia Nov 01 18:51:19 hey Nov 01 18:51:47 hey *She makes a savage slash and spin combination before smiling* Nov 01 18:52:28 You spoken to Uinise this morning? Nov 01 18:53:55 * Claudia shakes her head Nov 01 18:54:01 Not really, no Nov 01 18:54:16 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Nov 01 18:56:58 She was up late reading, then got up at some point. *she examines her blade* I was sleeping when she got back in, but it was kinda odd... You know how I am about being touched when I’m asleep? Nov 01 18:57:29 Yeah Nov 01 18:59:49 * Claudia looks at Morgan “She gets in and snuggles right up, and for the first time I’m woken and not feeling any panic, you know? It’s just Uinise, she’s -safe-“ Nov 01 19:00:27 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:00:29 Thats great Nov 01 19:00:33 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:00:42 Yeah... Great and scary as fuck. Nov 01 19:01:59 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:02:01 Thought so Nov 01 19:02:35 * Claudia spins the blade over the back of her hand Nov 01 19:03:14 It’s like she’s breaking through all the walls that I worked so hard to build, but she’s not even -trying to- Nov 01 19:03:30 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:03:36 Maybe thats why you're able to let her Nov 01 19:04:20 Maybe, yeah... That what you had with Molly? You’re just watching walls fall down and you’ve got no fucking clue how the hell she managed it? Nov 01 19:04:27 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:04:29 Mostly, yeah Nov 01 19:05:02 Some of them you had to pick up the fucking sword and hack down yourself whilst she’s waiting on the other side? Nov 01 19:06:44 exactly Nov 01 19:07:55 I’m torn between wanting her closer and wanting to hold her at arm’s length so that she doesn’t get too close Nov 01 19:08:04 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:08:13 Thats understandable Nov 01 19:09:19 Felt that too? Nov 01 19:10:04 * Morgan nods, smiling a little Nov 01 19:10:20 Yeah... or realising what I felt all of a sudden and being entirely uneasy with it Nov 01 19:10:36 It was all of a sudden? Nov 01 19:11:59 Sort of creeps up on you so you don't really notice it Nov 01 19:13:39 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:14:50 One minute I am just seeing the most stunning woman stood on a beach, the next I’m wondering how someone can change me this much in a good way Nov 01 19:16:12 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:18:07 Then I think “Fuck! Who am I now?!” Even I can’t always predict how I’m going to react to stuff anymore Nov 01 19:22:03 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:22:07 That is a problem alright Nov 01 19:22:28 * Claudia nods, spinning the sword again Nov 01 19:22:39 Just gotta trust the process, right? Nov 01 19:25:05 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:25:08 Yeah, I think so Nov 01 19:27:33 * Claudia throws the falchion hand to hand “Scares me how far it could go... What am I going to be like if I heal from it all, you know? I was just a kid...” Nov 01 19:29:36 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:29:46 Scary, feeling it could change everything you are Nov 01 19:29:51 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:30:14 What if it turns out that that stuff was all that made me, me... Nov 01 19:31:48 Its shaped your behaviours, how you relate to people and how you do or don't trust people... Nov 01 19:32:46 Yeah. Just tough to think of. What is in there beneath the pain and anger... Nov 01 19:32:55 * Morgan smiles a little Nov 01 19:32:56 Thats easy Nov 01 19:33:06 * Claudia huffs Nov 01 19:33:14 is it? Nov 01 19:33:45 Oh yeah... you're brave, kind, protective, fiercely loyal... none of those has anything to do with what you went through Nov 01 19:34:51 Maybe... *But he knows her healed, knows her as a contented wife and mother from his dreams of Jaeger’s Widow* Nov 01 19:35:10 You forget... I've seen you healed... Nov 01 19:35:49 Am I still good with a sword? Nov 01 19:36:28 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:36:32 Opened a training school Nov 01 19:36:49 * Claudia nods Nov 01 19:37:08 That’s something then. I’ll still be able to kick your ass. Nov 01 19:37:35 You might get lucky I suppose Nov 01 19:38:33 * Claudia laughs, then glances behind Morgan “Looks like we’ve got another contender” Nov 01 19:39:01 * Morgan sweeps with his magic Nov 01 19:39:24 *There’s someone behind him, about twelve feet away* Nov 01 19:39:44 * Morgan glances over his shoulder Nov 01 19:40:34 *Edward is there, looking much tidier* Nov 01 19:41:13 * Morgan makes a pff noise Nov 01 19:41:35 $listen, you're going to want to kick his ass... but don't, yeah?$ Nov 01 19:41:58 $when have I ever -not- wanted to kick his ass?$ Nov 01 19:42:36 $thats a good point$ Nov 01 19:43:33 *Edward seems to be hanging back warily* Nov 01 19:44:06 $Uinise walked in on him... taking the edge off$ Nov 01 19:45:19 * Claudia frowns deeply, and he sees her fingers tighten on the sword’s handle Nov 01 19:46:05 $he tried to cover himself and ended up knocking gin all over himself. She wandered in, chose a book and walked out saying happy climbing in her own language$ Nov 01 19:46:50 * Claudia says nothing, just scowling at the ground in front of her Nov 01 19:47:10 Chill out Nov 01 19:47:38 * Claudia says quietly “I. didn’t. protect. her.” Nov 01 19:48:11 It was an accident and she isn't bothered. Its normal there... -he- feels awful Nov 01 19:48:28 I don’t care what he feels. Nov 01 19:48:43 * Morgan straightens a little Nov 01 19:49:06 Go see her. Thats not a request. Nov 01 19:49:25 * Claudia nods, sheathing her sword and heading for the house Nov 01 19:49:38 * Morgan shifts so his shoulders crunch Nov 01 19:49:56 * Claudia is now known as Edward Nov 01 19:50:24 * Edward looks a little at a loss Nov 01 19:50:54 * Morgan turns to face him Nov 01 19:50:58 Whats your plan this morning? Nov 01 19:52:02 Wake Mimi, breakfast, speak to Molly, then... *he sighs* I have to say goodbye to my daughter today. Nov 01 19:52:11 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:52:18 Molly things I should go on ahead Nov 01 19:52:41 * Edward nods “If that is your wish, then you should* Nov 01 19:53:10 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 19:53:13 I'm reluctant Nov 01 19:53:19 Why? Nov 01 19:53:30 [My love?] Nov 01 19:54:47 I am loathe to remove another avenue of support from Florie Nov 01 19:54:50 [yes?] Nov 01 19:55:14 Yes, I understand Nov 01 19:55:27 [Is everything alright?] Nov 01 19:55:42 [why?] Nov 01 19:56:05 [Your night was bad, I just wished to know how you are now] Nov 01 19:56:25 But it will be a wrench for you... Nov 01 19:56:36 [I'm anticipating falling out with Claudia] Nov 01 19:56:40 * Morgan nods Nov 01 19:56:46 Yes it will Nov 01 19:56:51 [why?] Nov 01 19:57:09 I am not sure which option would be best Nov 01 20:00:34 No, nor am I Nov 01 20:00:58 [Uinise walked in on Edward taking matters in hand last night, and Claudia's decided it means she didn't protect her.] Nov 01 20:01:24 [oh dear lord] Nov 01 20:01:48 I am torn between protecting my brother and protecting my daughter Nov 01 20:02:07 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:02:11 I imagine so Nov 01 20:02:26 [why was she in Edward’s room?!] Nov 01 20:02:51 [it was in the library] Nov 01 20:03:35 [He was pleasuring himself in -our- Li-... hmm...] Nov 01 20:03:53 Whichever choice you make, I will support it Nov 01 20:04:04 What would you -prefer-? Nov 01 20:04:22 I’d want to speak to Alice about it first Nov 01 20:04:28 [Right, if everyone can take their issues with this and stow it, I'm in no mood to deal with it] Nov 01 20:04:35 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:05:27 [*she sounds taken aback* I was only thinking about how we hadn’t behaved that well in his library in Graben either] Nov 01 20:07:31 *the sun is starting to rise* Nov 01 20:08:26 I'll leave that with you then. Breakfast is already being readied... Nov 01 20:09:21 I am happy to train with you, it will be several weeks before we can again Nov 01 20:09:31 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:09:32 alright Nov 01 20:10:03 *This is what they do. Edward is still on good form, considering the lack of sleep and the drinking* Nov 01 20:11:21 * Morgan uses his magic to feel Edwards body heat as he moves, comparing it to what he sees Nov 01 20:12:56 *It’s very accurate, he can detect limbs well enough, but probably couldn’t count his fingers if fingers were being held up* Nov 01 20:13:16 * Morgan calls for a stop, putting his sword away Nov 01 20:13:33 * Edward stops, watching him Nov 01 20:13:39 You’re done already? Nov 01 20:14:16 Not exactly Nov 01 20:14:25 * Edward watches him, waiting Nov 01 20:15:45 * Morgan closes his eyes, keeping his magic going Nov 01 20:15:55 See if you can hit me Nov 01 20:16:32 * Edward puts his sword away, then swings to punch him in the arm Nov 01 20:16:51 * Morgan blocks it, slapping his hand downwards Nov 01 20:17:37 Good guess. *He moves fast to backhand slip Morgan’s flank* Nov 01 20:17:59 * Morgan shifts so he misses, slapping Edwards arm Nov 01 20:18:29 * Edward moves to slap him upside the head Nov 01 20:18:40 * Morgan ducks, jabbing him in the ribs Nov 01 20:19:11 * Edward makes a winded chuckle before trying to knee Morgan in a similar spot Nov 01 20:19:44 * Morgan catches his knee, shoving him sideways so he ends up on the floor Nov 01 20:20:14 *The next thing Edward says is Uh Oh!* Nov 01 20:20:26 * Morgan opens his eyes Nov 01 20:21:03 *An impeccably neat Adalbrecht is watching them with his arms folded* Nov 01 20:22:00 * Edward mutters “At least he caught me playing around now, and not earlier” Nov 01 20:22:32 * Morgan nods a little, helping him up Nov 01 20:22:43 * Edward brushes himself off Nov 01 20:22:52 Ad: What are the two of you doing? Nov 01 20:23:20 Practicing Nov 01 20:23:42 Ad: Practising horseplay, it seems Nov 01 20:24:14 * Morgan watches him Nov 01 20:25:01 One, I was practicing defending myself when my sight is impaired, two, I've had an -awful- night, and I'd greatly appreciate your not making this morning any more difficult than it already is Nov 01 20:25:32 Adalbrecht nods briefly: You need to fight someone better than Edward Nov 01 20:25:58 I had my eyes closed... and I'm not fighting Yensid Nov 01 20:26:15 Adalbrecht frowns: I meant myself. Nov 01 20:27:15 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 01 20:27:17 Very well Nov 01 20:27:46 * Edward stretches “You are up early, my Lord, did you not sleep well?” Nov 01 20:28:13 Adalbrecht shrugs: I was getting a messenger off for your Mother. Nov 01 20:28:41 * Edward draws in a deep breath and holds it, glancing at Morgan Nov 01 20:29:46 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:30:41 If I may be excused, I am going to help the ladies and children get ready Nov 01 20:31:09 *Adalbrecht nods. He neatly folds up his sleeves* Nov 01 20:32:10 * Morgan rolls his shoulders before closing his eyes Nov 01 20:34:21 *Adalbrecht is a much better fighter, so this takes more work and several glancing blows. But he feels he’s getting stronger with it. The sound of a crying baby breaks his focus, and Adalbrecht lands a solid punch where Morgan’s scar is Nov 01 20:34:52 Ad: I’m sorry, I thought you had it all in hand Nov 01 20:35:20 * Morgan shakes his head, rubbing at that spot Nov 01 20:35:36 No, my fault... I was distracted by Thomas crying Nov 01 20:35:53 *Adalbrecht nods* How are you doing it? Nov 01 20:36:44 Thats -really- difficult to explain Nov 01 20:37:08 * Edward is now known as Adalbrecht Nov 01 20:37:29 *despite the physical exertion, Adalbrecht still looks clean and neat* Nov 01 20:38:10 I suppose... the best way to put it... is I can sort of see heat if I try... and you're warmer than the air around you so I can see your general movements... Nov 01 20:38:24 * Adalbrecht nods, considering it Nov 01 20:38:41 That would be useful for many situations Nov 01 20:38:51 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:38:52 very Nov 01 20:39:12 If I try I can sort of reach out and feel for sources of heat... like people hiding... animals... Nov 01 20:39:20 * Adalbrecht nods Nov 01 20:39:42 Campfires... Horse droppings when tracking... Nov 01 20:40:27 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:40:30 Exactly Nov 01 20:40:32 You could use it to find water, I assume? It would be colder Nov 01 20:41:16 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:41:21 Its warmer in the evening Nov 01 20:41:27 * Adalbrecht nods Nov 01 20:41:47 Very useful. How soon will you be ready to leave? Nov 01 20:42:14 I'm not sure. Breakfast is being made ready, but Edward will want as long as possible with Florrie Nov 01 20:42:53 He will need to be underway before too late if he hopes to arrive in Koln this evening Nov 01 20:43:01 * Morgan nods Nov 01 20:43:03 I know Nov 01 20:43:19 * Adalbrecht nods Nov 01 20:43:36 Where were you last night? Nov 01 20:44:47 I'll tell you but you won't like the answer Nov 01 20:44:55 Go on Nov 01 20:46:03 We were in the brothel Nov 01 20:46:39 * Adalbrecht frowns deeply Nov 01 20:46:48 You and... Heinzharold? Yensid? Nov 01 20:47:00 Molly. Nov 01 20:47:12 * Adalbrecht looks horrified Nov 01 20:47:36 What were you doing with... no, I am not sure I want to know! Nov 01 20:47:43 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 20:48:01 Nothing like that... we heard tell of an illness outbreak, we wanted to get ahead of it Nov 01 20:48:26 * Adalbrecht nods slowly “I see” Nov 01 20:48:57 Turns out it wasn't what anyone thought at all Nov 01 20:49:14 There are a lot of diseases in those places Nov 01 20:49:24 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 20:49:43 It was simply an issue of using the wrong thing for the washing... Nov 01 20:49:51 * Adalbrecht nods Nov 01 20:50:07 You were able to prevent Molly seeing anything salacious? Nov 01 20:50:32 There wasn't anything salacious going on downstairs, just a card game Nov 01 20:51:17 * Adalbrecht nods, smiling “That is good, we wouldn’t want her exposed to anything like that” Nov 01 20:52:41 aye Nov 01 20:54:45 * Adalbrecht nods, looking around, then nodding briefly to Yensid who is approaching Nov 01 20:55:15 Y: *he gives a brief bow* Good morning Nov 01 20:55:59 * Adalbrecht nods “I wondered if breakfast would bring you back.” Nov 01 20:56:27 Yensid... where've you been hiding? Nov 01 20:56:33 *Yensid smiles* I could eat. I was just tying up a few loose ends. Nov 01 20:57:46 * Morgan nods a little, looking around Nov 01 20:58:17 *it’s just the three of them. The sky is fully light now* Nov 01 20:59:19 Be so good as to see where we are with the coaches and luggage, Yensid. I am going to clean up. I’ll see you both at breakfast Nov 01 20:59:32 Yes my lord Nov 01 20:59:47 *Yensid nods, and Adalbrecht goes* Nov 01 20:59:51 * Adalbrecht is now known as Yensid Nov 01 21:00:02 What I have never understood... Nov 01 21:00:13 Yes... Nov 01 21:00:32 why would you need to clean something that’s always so bloody clean *he grins* Nov 01 21:01:04 He drives me up the wall... we were sparring and he -still- looks like that Nov 01 21:01:10 * Yensid nods Nov 01 21:01:30 I’ve seen him come out of shit-filled ditches barely smelling Nov 01 21:02:12 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:02:14 Its mad Nov 01 21:02:18 * Yensid nods Nov 01 21:02:23 Got something for you Nov 01 21:03:44 * Yensid takes up a folded piece of parchment from his pocket, passing it over Nov 01 21:04:39 * Morgan opens it Nov 01 21:07:45 *It has an image of a pregnant body wrapped in intricate rope work with many detailed fancy knots. There is also instructions with smaller diagrams and arrows to explain how to do it Nov 01 21:09:51 * Morgan nods, tucking it into his pocket Nov 01 21:09:52 Thank you Nov 01 21:10:54 Welcome. I’ll be off with the Graf up to Freiburg so I didn’t know when I’d get proper chance to show ya Nov 01 21:11:29 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:11:31 I appreciate that Nov 01 21:13:00 * Yensid nods “Anything you want looking into while I’m in Kiev, Baden, or Freiburg?” Nov 01 21:13:53 Not off the top of my head... I'll give it some thought Nov 01 21:14:34 * Yensid nods Nov 01 21:14:40 I’ll be around Nov 01 21:15:30 *he grins* Walked past the place you gave Heinzharold this morning... Nov 01 21:15:57 Bit noisy was it? Nov 01 21:16:13 * Yensid nods “His wife’s a real screamer, ain’t she?” Nov 01 21:16:52 Might have noticed that Nov 01 21:17:36 * Yensid laughs “Better get those coaches checked” Nov 01 21:18:01 * Morgan nods, letting him go Nov 01 21:18:30 *Morgan’s left alone now, the grounds he can see empty* Nov 01 21:18:55 * Morgan sighs, going back toward the house Nov 01 21:19:24 *he can hear lots of talking and movement, everyone must be awake now* Nov 01 21:23:43 * Morgan heads to top up his coffee Nov 01 21:24:14 *Theresa, Jacques, Hildegarde are all at work making breakfast Nov 01 21:24:28 morning Nov 01 21:24:42 * Yensid is now known as Hildegarde Nov 01 21:25:05 * Hildegarde and the others say good morning. The breakfast does look to be nearly ready Nov 01 21:26:02 T: Jacques, can you go up and let everyone know it’ll be ready when they are please? *he nods, looking happy to do what she says, and goes* Nov 01 21:26:17 How are you feeling about going home today? Nov 01 21:27:07 Conflicted, if I'm honest... Nov 01 21:27:25 * Hildegarde nods Nov 01 21:28:06 It’s not easy saying goodbyes. We’ve made food for you to take Nov 01 21:28:42 Thank you, we're having to stop quite often with the children and Molly being pregnant Nov 01 21:29:05 * Hildegarde touches her stomach “It makes everything harder” Nov 01 21:29:54 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Nov 01 21:30:43 I imagine she’ll be glad to get home though Nov 01 21:30:59 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:31:05 Aye, she will, definitely Nov 01 21:31:27 *he hears several sets of footsteps coming down from upstairs Nov 01 21:32:24 We’ll see you again at the beginning of June, won’t we? Molly said you’ll probably meet the Graf and Grafin here before you travel on towards Fischler Nov 01 21:32:40 T: You don’t seem to stop long anywhere, my Lord! Nov 01 21:33:48 * Morgan nods Nov 01 21:34:08 We do always seem to be on the move... even when we were in Sudlachenburg I had to come back to Gottkirchen for a few days Nov 01 21:34:52 * Hildegarde nods Nov 01 21:35:16 I couldn’t stand that. It’s too long in a carriage for me, especially pregnant! Nov 01 21:36:01 *He hears that infectious laughter of a baby who has not long learned to laugh coming from the drawing room Nov 01 21:36:46 * Morgan smiles Nov 01 21:36:49 I love that sound Nov 01 21:37:20 *both the women smile* Nov 01 21:37:32 T: That’s Thomas, I’d know his laugh anywhere Nov 01 21:38:37 *he hears Varick, Emil, and Florrie all laugh the next time Thomas does* Nov 01 21:40:07 * Morgan smiles a little, moving toward the sound Nov 01 21:41:15 *He can hear the grownups laughing too, the Uinise says “But the farmer must ride a lot, Why is he not better at it?” Nov 01 21:43:12 Molly: It’s just part of the game. You’re right though, far more likely that it’s lively young noblemen engaged in some competition or race with one another at high speed that would come off, rather than a farmer whose livelihood depends upon his animals Nov 01 21:43:39 F: Lee! No talk! Just horses now. Nov 01 21:44:01 * Morgan moves quietly into the drawing room Nov 01 21:46:17 *The adults, except Mina and Edward, are stood around. The older children are watching as Molly is sat with Thomas on her knees. It’s a little squeeze with his legs and her bump, but she smiles fondly at him and he beams at her “Alright then, little jockey, are we ready, hmm?” Nov 01 21:48:38 * Hildegarde begins the rhyme Morgan has seen her do before with Bauer in Koln’s adopted son, slowly and gently bouncing her knees whilst holding Thomas carefully “This is how the lady rides, trippity trot, trippity trot, trippity trot” He starts laughing loudly, which makes the others join in Nov 01 21:48:44 * Hildegarde is now known as Molly Nov 01 21:49:07 * Morgan smiles, sipping his coffee Nov 01 21:50:29 * Molly speeds up, bouncing him higher “And this is how the Gentleman rides, clippity clop, clippity clop, clippity clop” The baby laughs again, throwing his head back with wild abandon Nov 01 21:51:40 * Molly smiles. She looks deeply happy and satisfied as she glances around the children surrounding her. It’s easy to see in this moment why the Nibelungen call her The Mother Of Many Nov 01 21:52:03 * Morgan rolls his shoulders Nov 01 21:52:11 *Elsie smiles at Morgan* Nov 01 21:54:10 * Morgan smiles a little, sipping his coffee Nov 01 21:54:14 And this is way the -Farmer- rides... *she stays still, but Thomas is already chuckling in that way that babies do, watching her with anticipation. She smiles, making faces at him before suddenly bouncing him fast and erratically, to which he shrieks with laughter* Nov 01 21:55:17 Gallop, gallop, gallop *she slows down, and he looks puzzled, but then she gallops again, and he laughs again* Nov 01 21:55:35 *Claudia gestures $need to talk to you$ Nov 01 21:55:54 $alright$ Nov 01 21:55:59 * Morgan slips out of the room Nov 01 21:56:39 *Claudia quietly follows, but they’re all so busy watching how the Farmer falls down in the ditch that no one notices* Nov 01 21:56:43 * Molly is now known as Claudia Nov 01 21:56:55 * Claudia looks serious Nov 01 21:57:20 * Morgan watches her Nov 01 21:57:27 I need to apologise Nov 01 21:57:53 No you don't Nov 01 21:58:02 Yeah, I do. I flew off the handle Nov 01 21:58:34 Yes you did... the only thing you got wrong is that she's safe with us, you didn't need to protect her Nov 01 21:59:35 Yeah... just... $She got exposed to an aroused man without her consent, and I didn’t stop it...$ Nov 01 22:00:18 $he got exposed without his consent either... it was an accident, she was safe the whole time... $ Nov 01 22:00:27 I get the impression he was more bothered by it than she was Nov 01 22:02:38 * Claudia nods “She doesn’t care, the same as she wouldn’t care if she walked in on someone blowing their nose, or scratching their armpit” Nov 01 22:02:53 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:02:56 exactly Nov 01 22:03:14 I’m just protective, especially about anything like that Nov 01 22:03:41 I know Nov 01 22:04:44 * Claudia speaks quietly “Apparently she told him Manuia Fa’Amalie...” Nov 01 22:05:09 Happy climbing... Nov 01 22:05:14 Or enjoy your climbing... Nov 01 22:05:21 * Claudia shakes her head Nov 01 22:06:45 Fa’Amalie apparently literally means ‘to create ease and satisfaction’. She said it means “I wish you a happy masturbation” Nov 01 22:07:13 * Claudia starts to blush, looking like she’s going to laugh Nov 01 22:08:37 Thats even better Nov 01 22:09:19 * Claudia sniggers then, trying not to meet Morgan’s eyes Nov 01 22:09:43 * Morgan just watches her Nov 01 22:10:05 * Claudia glances at him, then erupts into laughter Nov 01 22:10:23 * Morgan starts laughing Nov 01 22:10:31 I'll tell him in a week Nov 01 22:10:56 * Claudia has to calm to draw a breath before saying “You could put it on a greetings card!” Nov 01 22:11:32 That'd get there about the right time... he made me promise not to rib him about it for a week Nov 01 22:11:43 * Claudia laughs Nov 01 22:11:49 that must be killing you! Nov 01 22:11:57 * Morgan shrugs Nov 01 22:12:07 Might do later... I need to apologise to you Nov 01 22:12:16 * Claudia shakes her head Nov 01 22:12:21 No you don’t Nov 01 22:12:43 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:12:55 I wasn't giving you the support you needed or deserved... Nov 01 22:13:12 I needed to be told to go see her Nov 01 22:13:32 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:13:33 Alright Nov 01 22:13:43 We’re good Nov 01 22:14:43 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:14:44 okay Nov 01 22:14:57 * Claudia nods, hugging him suddenly Nov 01 22:16:09 * Morgan hugs her tightly for a moment Nov 01 22:16:21 * Claudia doesn’t let go first Nov 01 22:17:41 * Morgan waits a moment before letting go Nov 01 22:18:02 * Claudia smiles “It’s all good” Nov 01 22:18:56 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:19:10 * Claudia starts chuckling Nov 01 22:19:53 ‘I wish you a peaceful Prophet’s Mass, and a happy Masturbation!’ Nov 01 22:20:35 How very capperlucian Nov 01 22:20:41 * Claudia nods Nov 01 22:21:04 You know we’re going to have to tell Heinzharold, right? Nov 01 22:21:33 obviously Nov 01 22:21:40 * Claudia laughs Nov 01 22:21:51 It’s about time it happened to someone other than him! Nov 01 22:22:57 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:22:58 aye Nov 01 22:24:27 * Claudia sighs, shaking her head “Strange customs they have” Nov 01 22:25:03 I wonder if Heinzharold will come for the bacon? Nov 01 22:25:22 Not sure... I hear tell they've already been at it this morning Nov 01 22:25:29 * Claudia laughs Nov 01 22:25:48 I’m pretty sure that was the main reason they stayed there Nov 01 22:29:28 [breakfast is ready] Nov 01 22:33:59 Absolutely. Breakfast is ready Nov 01 22:34:40 * Claudia nods, watching him sidelong as she says “Enjoy!” Nov 01 22:37:52 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 01 22:38:04 How am I going to manage a week without making fun of him now? Nov 01 22:38:58 * Claudia starts grinning. It reminds him of HH’s grin Nov 01 22:39:13 You’ll have to keep a tight grip on yourself! Nov 01 22:40:23 * Morgan thumps her arm Nov 01 22:40:25 Come on Nov 01 22:41:04 * Claudia laughs, heading towards the dining room. Molly comes out of the drawing room behind him Nov 01 22:41:17 * Morgan sighs Nov 01 22:41:27 * Claudia is now known as Molly Nov 01 22:42:00 * Molly watches him a moment. Claudia doesn’t stop, leaving them in the hall Nov 01 22:42:48 Have you made a decision about what you’ll do this morning? Nov 01 22:43:49 Not yet... Edwards going to talk to Alice about it Nov 01 22:44:18 I wonder what is keeping him and Mina, Alice is already in for breakfast Nov 01 22:45:03 * Morgan reaches out taking her hand Nov 01 22:45:16 She rebuffed his attentions last night, perhaps they're getting reacquainted Nov 01 22:46:51 * Molly holds his. She doesn’t joke about it, or express a playful envy as she often would “I’m sure they’ll join us when they can. I saw him briefly earlier, he wishes to speak further with me before we leave” Nov 01 22:49:17 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:49:21 He said that Nov 01 22:49:46 * Molly nods “We should eat, it will be a long day” Nov 01 22:50:26 * Morgan stops her Nov 01 22:50:54 * Molly looks up at him enquiringly Nov 01 22:50:58 I'm sorry. I'd just had Claudia lay into me and it sounded like you were being uppity about it too Nov 01 22:51:19 It doesn’t matter, emotions are high today Nov 01 22:53:44 It does matter Nov 01 22:54:46 * Molly raises his hand, kissing his knuckles gently but chastely “we are not at odds” Nov 01 22:56:11 * Morgan nods Nov 01 22:56:12 Thank you Nov 01 22:58:41 There’s no need. We’re hungry, aren’t we, little one? *she touches her stomach with a little rub* Nov 01 23:00:03 * Morgan frowns Nov 01 23:00:07 I felt him move in the nightmare Nov 01 23:00:24 Oh, yes... Nov 01 23:01:06 * Molly smiles gently “Maybe that means the time is soon Nov 01 23:01:18 * Morgan nods, putting his hand to her tummy and tapping Nov 01 23:01:22 What says you little one? Nov 01 23:01:54 *he doesn’t feel anything, but she draws a sharp breath* Nov 01 23:02:04 * Morgan sighs Nov 01 23:02:06 Not yet huh Nov 01 23:02:30 uh uh. I will join you all in a minute Nov 01 23:03:31 * Molly releases his hand Nov 01 23:03:54 * Morgan frowns Nov 01 23:03:55 Why? Nov 01 23:04:52 Because that was two decent kicks to the bladder, and I really would prefer not to have a third happen here in the hallway! Nov 01 23:04:59 * Morgan nods Nov 01 23:05:01 Alright love Nov 01 23:05:07 I won’t be long Nov 01 23:06:49 * Morgan nods, letting go of her hand Nov 01 23:07:16 *She goes swiftly. He hears from down the hall, just as she opens the side door, her wince and say ‘Hirschen, please stop that a moment!” Nov 01 23:08:35 * Morgan smiles, going to start breakfast Nov 01 23:29:47 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client)