**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sun Nov 23 07:42:40 2025 Nov 23 07:42:40 * Morgan (~madisonst@192.168.1.129) has joined Nov 23 10:51:26 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 23 11:22:44 * Morgan (~madisonst@192.168.1.129) has joined Nov 23 12:29:46 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.101) has joined Nov 23 12:31:31 Best had Nov 23 12:31:31 * Molly nods “There is something that I need to know tonight, before that...” Nov 23 12:31:31 That being? Nov 23 12:31:31 * Molly moves both of her hands up to his shoulders, watching his expression Nov 23 12:31:31 * Morgan watches her Nov 23 12:31:32 * Molly moves closer, on her tiptoes Nov 23 12:31:34 * Morgan doesn't move Nov 23 12:31:36 * Molly closes her eyes. It’s very trusting Nov 23 12:31:38 * Morgan looks a little confused Nov 23 12:31:40 * Molly moves closer still, softly bringing her lips to his Nov 23 12:31:42 * Morgan gently kisses her Nov 23 12:31:44 * Molly ‘s fingers tighten on his shoulders, gently pulling closer. Her mouth gently slants against his, improving the angle Nov 23 12:31:48 * Morgan brings a hand to her cheek Nov 23 12:32:32 * Molly softens her lips, gently parting them Nov 23 12:32:50 * Morgan runs his tongue over her bottom lip Nov 23 12:33:40 * Molly makes a soft gasp of surprise before finding his tongue with the tentative tip of her own Nov 23 12:34:29 * Morgan gently rubs hers with his Nov 23 12:36:35 * Molly does this a few moments before pulling away, eyes on his. She stays close, and quietly says “So -that- is what they mean when they say about a passionate kiss?” Nov 23 12:37:30 * Morgan nods a little Nov 23 12:38:23 * Molly nods too, not moving “I liked it” Nov 23 12:38:32 * Morgan nods, looking around Nov 23 12:38:34 Me too Nov 23 12:39:07 *it’s completely empty, dimly lit. it must be about one o’clock Nov 23 12:40:11 We should retire... Nov 23 12:40:59 * Molly nods sadly “I wish we didn’t have to” Nov 23 12:41:05 * Morgan nods Nov 23 12:41:06 I know Nov 23 12:41:53 You could stay with me... *she watches his reaction* Nov 23 12:42:25 It'd be a bad idea Nov 23 12:43:13 why? Nov 23 12:44:16 It'd look bad, considering what we're planning to tell them... Nov 23 12:45:00 * Molly nods “this must be goodnight then...?” Nov 23 12:45:05 * Morgan nods Nov 23 12:45:09 Aye, it must Nov 23 12:45:45 * Molly watches him a long moment Nov 23 12:46:52 I'll still be here in the morning Nov 23 12:47:39 * Molly nods “goodnight then” Nov 23 12:47:46 goodnight Nov 23 12:48:05 * Molly gently kisses him again Nov 23 12:48:27 * Morgan presses his lips to hers for a moment before pulling away Nov 23 12:48:30 Go on, to bed Nov 23 12:50:40 * Molly nods, moving away. She pauses on her threshold, just watching him with a smile “Peaches. Definitely peaches. Soft yet firm, sweet and ripe...” Nov 23 12:51:15 * Morgan nods a little Nov 23 12:51:58 * Molly goes in, gently shutting the door Nov 23 12:53:01 * Morgan sighs, going back into his own room Nov 23 12:57:27 *The time it takes to unpack is brief, the hours stretching out ahead. He sketches for some of it, the way her face had been just before she kissed him, eyes closed. He notices the half light and toys with training, but there’s something that feels a little uneasy in his gut at leaving her unprotected whilst things are unsettled Nov 23 12:58:24 * Morgan frowns, moving to listen at his door Nov 23 12:58:41 it’s all peaceful out there Nov 23 12:59:48 * Morgan settles nearby it to listen as he polishes his sword Nov 23 13:00:48 *Jaeger appears ten minutes later* Nov 23 13:02:43 * Morgan sighs, getting up Nov 23 13:03:11 * Molly inclines his head Nov 23 13:03:16 * Molly is now known as Jaeger Nov 23 13:03:37 I have been waiting for you in the dining room Nov 23 13:03:45 Oh? Nov 23 13:04:22 As you know, Molly and I are to leave today Nov 23 13:04:35 * Morgan nods Nov 23 13:04:40 I am awarae Nov 23 13:05:28 Is there any reason I should write on to cancel the second room at each of my planned stops? Nov 23 13:06:23 * Morgan nods Nov 23 13:06:25 Yes, there is Nov 23 13:07:26 * Jaeger looks sad a moment “You have come to a decision?” Nov 23 13:07:49 * Morgan nods Nov 23 13:07:50 Yes Nov 23 13:08:17 * Jaeger nods Nov 23 13:08:32 Have you proposed? Nov 23 13:09:10 no Nov 23 13:09:31 How do you know she’ll accept you? Nov 23 13:10:40 We've spoken Nov 23 13:13:30 * Jaeger nods “Then I suppose congratulations are in order” He offers his hand Nov 23 13:13:55 * Morgan takes it warily Nov 23 13:14:37 * Jaeger shakes his hand “I hope you’ll treat her with all the love and respect she deserves, and never leave her wanting” Nov 23 13:15:17 That is my intent Nov 23 13:16:16 * Jaeger nods “I will speak to Lady Torrington and let her know I have chosen to withdraw my proposal” Nov 23 13:17:01 * Morgan nods Nov 23 13:17:06 I'd appreciate that Nov 23 13:17:39 * Jaeger nods, turning to go Nov 23 13:18:14 * Morgan doesn't stop him Nov 23 13:19:24 *he’s left alone again, but he soon hears her moving around Nov 23 13:20:03 * Morgan waits quietly Nov 23 13:20:19 * Jaeger is now known as Molly Nov 23 13:20:53 * Molly comes out a few minutes later. She’s wearing a dress suitable for travelling Nov 23 13:21:27 I've seen Jaeger... Nov 23 13:21:39 * Molly looks surprised Nov 23 13:21:44 Already? Nov 23 13:23:34 * Morgan nods Nov 23 13:23:41 You have changed your mind? Nov 23 13:24:03 Do you hope I have? *she frowns a little* Nov 23 13:24:49 No, I don't Nov 23 13:25:59 * Molly looks relieved Nov 23 13:26:17 what did he say? Nov 23 13:29:04 He's going to tell Lady Torrington he is withdrawing his offer Nov 23 13:29:16 * Molly smiles Nov 23 13:29:25 How do you feel about that? Nov 23 13:30:40 Relieved... mildly suspicious Nov 23 13:30:54 Of me? Nov 23 13:31:20 No, of his reaction Nov 23 13:31:32 * Molly shrugs Nov 23 13:31:46 Maybe I’m just easy to fall out of love with Nov 23 13:32:44 I don't believe so Nov 23 13:33:23 what do you wish to do now? Nov 23 13:34:21 I'm not sure... no doubt I'll be expected to go visiting with her ladyship Nov 23 13:34:41 All the way to Carleon?! Now?! Nov 23 13:34:56 I don't really have a say in it Nov 23 13:35:06 * Molly nods slowly Nov 23 13:35:17 You will always be at her whim... Nov 23 13:35:26 * Morgan shrugs Nov 23 13:35:30 Its sort of my job Nov 23 13:36:18 * Molly smiles slightly “I suppose I shall have to get used to be the second most woman in your life?” Nov 23 13:38:03 * Morgan frowns Nov 23 13:38:05 Don't say that Nov 23 13:38:21 why? Nov 23 13:38:27 Its unkind Nov 23 13:39:44 It is fine, you have a duty. You won’t be able to put everything else aside to attend to my whims, of course. You are a busy man with much to think of and do Nov 23 13:40:09 I am Nov 23 13:41:09 * Molly nods “I should fetch my trunk” Nov 23 13:42:22 I'm not sure how this will have changed her plans... Nov 23 13:43:08 No... we’ll see, I suppose Nov 23 13:44:23 * Morgan nods Nov 23 13:44:24 Indeed Nov 23 13:44:34 if you’ll excuse me? Nov 23 13:45:48 Of course Nov 23 13:46:43 * Molly goes closely past him, brushing her fingers over the back of his palm as she does Nov 23 13:47:39 * Morgan lets her go Nov 23 13:48:55 *he manages to go about his business for about half an hour before he and Molly are summoned to Catherine’s rooms. When he gets there, Molly is already waiting outside Nov 23 13:49:20 Alright? Nov 23 13:50:16 * Molly nods “Are you?” Nov 23 13:50:22 We'll see Nov 23 13:51:48 *A footman calls them in. Catherine is just having the finishing touches done to her hair, and sends the maid out. She looks unimpressed Nov 23 13:51:53 * Molly is now known as Catherine Nov 23 13:52:09 What is going on here? Nov 23 13:52:17 You called for us my lady Nov 23 13:52:37 With you, Molly, and Curtis. Nov 23 13:53:05 In what respect my lady Nov 23 13:53:32 stop playing coy with me Nov 23 13:54:14 I do not play coy my lady. Its not within my repertoire Nov 23 13:55:04 Curtis has jilted Molly. He says he expects to hear of your marriage proposal imminently Nov 23 13:55:21 *Molly frowns a little * Nov 23 13:55:27 Does he indeed Nov 23 13:55:53 when is that going to be? Nov 23 13:57:25 You are taking as gospel the words of a man who waited this long to jilt his betrothed? Nov 23 13:57:55 * Catherine watches him “There will be a marriage.” Nov 23 13:58:39 Why? Nov 23 14:01:13 Because I won’t have my servants living in sin Nov 23 14:01:29 There is nothing to suggest that is the case Nov 23 14:02:05 Curtis seemed to think that you love each other Nov 23 14:04:56 Seemed to think... Nov 23 14:05:25 *Molly says quietly* You don’t love me? Nov 23 14:06:08 Really? Right -now-? Nov 23 14:07:37 *Catherine watches between them* I am going to Carleon, Curtis will accompany me. When I arrive back, I expect banns to have been read. Nov 23 14:09:17 * Morgan watches her steadily Nov 23 14:10:13 I am serious, Morgan. Nov 23 14:10:49 * Morgan watches her, very slowly reaching into a pocket and producing his keys before dropping them on the floor Nov 23 14:11:51 * Catherine frowns Nov 23 14:12:00 You’d better pick them up. Nov 23 14:12:15 I'd suggest getting someone who works here to do it Nov 23 14:12:19 * Morgan moves toward the door Nov 23 14:13:06 go then. Nov 23 14:15:57 When you're ready to stop acting like a moody child who's tea party has been spoiled, I'll be in my room Nov 23 14:16:05 * Morgan leaves the room Nov 23 14:16:22 * Catherine calls “Morgan?” Nov 23 14:20:26 * Morgan doesn't stop Nov 23 14:21:01 *he gets back there without issue Nov 23 14:21:44 * Morgan repacks his belongings Nov 23 14:22:47 *this is also done easily* Nov 23 14:24:03 * Morgan sits on his bed, waiting Nov 23 14:24:31 *he isn’t sent for. no one comes at all in the next hour* Nov 23 14:25:08 * Morgan goes down to fill a waterskin Nov 23 14:25:44 *it ‘s relaxed down here, as it can be when the lady of the house and the guests are gone* Nov 23 14:25:55 * Catherine is now known as Sam Nov 23 14:26:11 * Sam is in the kitchen, drinking tea with a couple of the staff Nov 23 14:26:30 * Morgan fills the skin, glancing at the other staff Nov 23 14:26:39 Whats the word Sam? Nov 23 14:26:57 They all got off okay, Master Hockridge Nov 23 14:27:05 All? Nov 23 14:27:19 Aye, Lady Torrington, Lord Jaeger, and Molly Nov 23 14:27:27 Oh really Nov 23 14:27:50 * Sam nods Nov 23 14:28:37 Was thinking I might get the farrier up this week, get all the horse reshod whilst she’s away Nov 23 14:28:59 * Morgan shrugs Nov 23 14:29:05 If thats what you think best Nov 23 14:29:11 aye Nov 23 14:30:08 Nothing was said as they left? Nov 23 14:30:28 Not as I recall Nov 23 14:30:48 * Morgan shrugs Nov 23 14:30:50 Very well Nov 23 14:31:19 Maid: We’ll get the dust sheets on, sir? Nov 23 14:31:59 * Morgan shrugs Nov 23 14:32:06 If thats what you'd normally do, why not... Nov 23 14:32:45 *they all go about their work, leaving him alone in the kitchen* Nov 23 14:34:07 * Morgan goes to the stables, saddling a horse Nov 23 14:35:32 *it’s black, nothing like his own horse left in Sudlachenburg, his friend* Nov 23 14:37:10 * Morgan fetches his belongings before getting saddled up and heading for Tawstock Nov 23 14:37:34 *the ride passes quickly, and he arrives on the dock* Nov 23 14:37:57 * Morgan goes looking for the ship they would be taking Nov 23 14:38:15 *He sees it, well out into the estuary* Nov 23 14:39:22 * Morgan makes his way to the bank Nov 23 14:39:49 *the branch here is small, but open* Nov 23 14:40:04 * Morgan makes his way to the nearest desk Nov 23 14:40:35 *there’s a very old man there* Master Hockridge, good morn to he Nov 23 14:40:37 ye* Nov 23 14:40:56 I need an account checked and I need there to be no questions about it Nov 23 14:41:33 M: o’ course. What one be that? Nov 23 14:41:54 In the name of Koertig... Morgan Koertig Nov 23 14:42:24 Sounds a bit foreign. We only get them on the quarters... Nov 23 14:42:38 When was the most recent? Nov 23 14:42:53 End o’ June Nov 23 14:42:58 * Sam is now known as Man Nov 23 14:43:06 It'll do Nov 23 14:43:59 *he has to wait fifteen minutes before he comes back with a letter* Bout a thousand guilders, give or take Nov 23 14:44:46 Very well, thank you Nov 23 14:45:24 * Man hands over the letter Nov 23 14:45:33 An’ this be there too Nov 23 14:46:06 * Morgan takes it, opening it Nov 23 14:47:07 it says “You are needed. Come home. Now. Edward.” Nov 23 14:47:34 * Morgan nods, thanking the clerk Nov 23 14:48:04 *he bids him good day* Nov 23 14:48:33 * Morgan nods, making his way back to the docks Nov 23 14:49:04 *people are present, but no one seems to be paying him attention Nov 23 14:51:15 * Morgan goes in search of a ship headed for Carlton Nov 23 14:52:08 *he finds that the next one isn’t until the following lunch time* Nov 23 14:53:10 * Morgan swears, kicking at a post before looking out into the estuary Nov 23 14:53:55 *the ship is just a tiny mark on the water by then* Nov 23 14:55:11 * Morgan just stares at it for a while Nov 23 14:55:43 *he hears a voice from behind him* Beautiful, isn’t it? Nov 23 14:56:01 * Morgan glances over his shoulder Nov 23 14:56:10 * Man is now known as Molly Nov 23 14:56:44 * Molly is adjusting the light blue ribbons on brand new straw bonnet Nov 23 14:57:20 I figured you were on the ship Nov 23 14:57:36 I won’t say I didn’t think about it. Nov 23 14:58:14 * Morgan shrugs Nov 23 14:58:25 I figured you'd changed your mind and were going to marry the little lordling Nov 23 14:59:12 I’m not really a fan of apples. Nov 23 14:59:43 * Morgan nods a little Nov 23 15:02:08 * Molly ties the bow, it’s off centre “I pictured that life, a companionate marriage, a son, a daughter, one on the way... Holidaying somewhere, playing in the park, the children fulfilling my life in a way my marriage would not...” Nov 23 15:03:16 * Morgan nods Nov 23 15:04:07 And then you’d be there, running some errand for Lady Torrington, and you’d see us. I wondered how you’d feel then Nov 23 15:05:28 Leaving aside the fact I don't work there any longer... I'd feel as I deserved to Nov 23 15:05:47 Which is? What would you -deserve- to feel? Nov 23 15:07:05 * Morgan shrugs Nov 23 15:07:13 I deserve nothing but misery Nov 23 15:07:28 because you’d been foolish? Nov 23 15:08:22 Foolish? I'm not being pushed about by some little lordling and a petty woman barely more than a child who thinks the people who serve her are her property Nov 23 15:08:56 In letting me go. Nov 23 15:09:22 I didn't let you go Nov 23 15:10:15 I could have gotten on the ship Nov 23 15:10:33 Yes, you could've chosen to leave Nov 23 15:11:04 But I did not. I chose -you-. Nov 23 15:12:03 * Morgan nods a little Nov 23 15:12:25 But you have to choose me too. Nov 23 15:14:19 I never said I didn't Nov 23 15:14:50 It did not sound that way earlier Nov 23 15:15:42 Like I said... I'm not being pushed about simply because she feels ownership over us... and your timing could have been better Nov 23 15:16:43 I don’t want to just be something temporary and physical. Nov 23 15:17:24 If it were just that I could have borne it in silence Nov 23 15:18:20 You were bearing it in silence, then Curtis intervened. Nov 23 15:19:58 * Morgan shrugs Nov 23 15:21:22 * Molly watches him Nov 23 15:21:33 If not that, then what? Nov 23 15:22:07 Perhaps it took the knowledge I was about to lose you instead... Nov 23 15:23:20 And now? Nov 23 15:24:06 I made my wishes known Nov 23 15:24:17 That I stay. Nov 23 15:24:29 Yes. That I want you. Nov 23 15:24:59 * Molly nods Nov 23 15:25:01 Where? Nov 23 15:25:15 What do you mean? Nov 23 15:27:58 Where are we going to live? Nov 23 15:29:00 I don't know... I've had a message from... from home. Nov 23 15:30:17 I thought they did not know where you were Nov 23 15:31:11 It was at the bank... I assume its a note at all banks Nov 23 15:33:55 But there must be hundreds, if not thousands! Nov 23 15:35:13 * Morgan nods Nov 23 15:35:15 Indeed Nov 23 15:35:31 what did it say? Nov 23 15:36:55 It said I'm needed and to come home Nov 23 15:37:04 * Molly frowns Nov 23 15:37:09 could it be a trap? Nov 23 15:38:14 It could. But if it were, it would've been signed by someone other than Edward Nov 23 15:38:35 A... What is it called... double bluff? Nov 23 15:39:55 Possible. Wouldn't say its terribly likely Nov 23 15:40:24 * Molly watches his expression Nov 23 15:40:37 Are you worried? are you -going-? Nov 23 15:40:58 I am worried. It must be bad for him to reach out Nov 23 15:42:00 * Molly nods Nov 23 15:42:11 what would cause such a summons? Nov 23 15:42:58 I don't know... my fathers health, maybe... Nov 23 15:43:38 * Molly nods “That is a concern” Nov 23 15:43:41 * Morgan nods Nov 23 15:43:42 It is Nov 23 15:45:25 or some trouble with the lands, or neighbours? Nov 23 15:45:54 possibly Nov 23 15:47:11 * Molly watches him Nov 23 15:47:29 But it is your duty to go regardless, even though you were hiding? Nov 23 15:48:38 I think it is Nov 23 15:49:35 * Molly nods sadly “I will miss you, Morgan” Nov 23 15:50:46 Oh... no, I want you to come with me Nov 23 15:51:39 To your homeland?! Nov 23 15:51:49 * Morgan nods Nov 23 15:53:41 is that a good idea? All your happy memories will be there... Nov 23 15:54:21 You would prefer I leave you behind... Nov 23 15:56:01 I just don’t want you to take me there and wish you hasn’t Nov 23 15:56:05 hadn’t Nov 23 15:56:42 I don't believe I will Nov 23 15:57:59 * Molly looks at him “I know you’ll feel like you are betraying her memory, but...” Nov 23 15:58:16 We'll find our way Nov 23 15:59:01 * Molly nods “In time, you might love me?” Nov 23 15:59:32 I never said that I didn't Nov 23 16:00:49 * Molly blushes Nov 23 16:01:02 You never said you did. Nov 23 16:02:21 No, because you chose the worst moment to force my hand Nov 23 16:02:40 I was surprised Nov 23 16:04:51 * Morgan nods Nov 23 16:06:41 When do we go? Nov 23 16:07:38 I just need to find a ship Nov 23 16:07:47 * Molly smiles slightly Nov 23 16:08:05 There’s one... oh, and another over there... and another! Nov 23 16:09:08 Thats going in the right direction Nov 23 16:09:38 hmmm... I can’t tell from here... maybe we should get closer... Nov 23 16:09:46 * Morgan nods Nov 23 16:09:49 Aye Nov 23 16:11:24 * Molly takes his hand, squeezing gently Nov 23 16:12:10 * Morgan leads her, going looking for a ship going the right way Nov 23 16:14:06 **he sees a huge ship, much too big for the dock. The day is so bright that the white sails look bluish, and so does everything else* Nov 23 16:15:02 * Morgan frowns, looking around Nov 23 16:16:36 *everything looks a little blue, especially the ribbons on her new bonnet as she looks up at him* “Are you alright?” Nov 23 16:17:31 Uhhh... yeah... Nov 23 16:18:17 * Molly smiles gently “You don’t need to be scared about going home, I’ll be at your side” He realises he’s dreaming Nov 23 16:19:22 * Morgan nods, trying to wake up Nov 23 16:20:01 *he goes to the Sudlache first, as usual Nov 23 16:21:05 * Morgan spends a little while skipping stones before waking up Nov 23 16:44:05 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 23 17:03:21 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.101) has joined Nov 23 17:03:55 *he wakes easily. Molly is tucked up against his side, belly to his Nov 23 17:05:13 * Morgan lays quietly, getting an idea for the time Nov 23 17:06:08 *it’s almost time he’d get up. He feels a slight tap where his body and her bump meet Nov 23 17:06:55 * Morgan smiles, putting his hand to her belly Nov 23 17:07:11 *he feels it twice* Nov 23 17:08:16 * Morgan smiles, pressing a little and rubbing Nov 23 17:08:51 *he gets several more little flicks* Nov 23 17:11:04 * Morgan grins, getting out of bed gently Nov 23 17:11:58 * Molly stirs a little, reaching to his side of the bed before sighing* Nov 23 17:12:40 I'm just here love Nov 23 17:12:59 mmm okay... you going? Nov 23 17:15:19 Yes love Nov 23 17:16:17 * Molly nods, turning onto his side of the bed and settling back to sleep Nov 23 17:17:00 * Morgan gets dressed before going to get coffee Nov 23 17:17:18 * Molly is now known as Hildegarde Nov 23 17:17:39 * Hildegarde is already here, cleaning the kitchen Nov 23 17:18:35 Morning love Nov 23 17:21:17 * Hildegarde is sweeping Nov 23 17:21:28 Good morning. Do you want coffee? Nov 23 17:22:04 Oh please Nov 23 17:23:33 * Hildegarde sets about making him some Nov 23 17:23:43 Did you sleep well? Nov 23 17:24:03 As well as I ever do Nov 23 17:24:38 * Hildegarde nods Nov 23 17:24:46 I couldn’t sleep Nov 23 17:25:45 No? Nov 23 17:26:42 * Hildegarde finishes his coffee before saying Nov 23 17:27:18 I just don’t know if I want to keep going like I have been Nov 23 17:27:25 * Morgan nods Nov 23 17:27:28 I understand Nov 23 17:27:32 * Hildegarde nods Nov 23 17:28:02 I want to be the bigger person, but I don’t know if he’s done me more harm than can be fixed Nov 23 17:28:38 I see Nov 23 17:31:30 He tried to talk when I got home, but all I can see is *her micro-expressions light up with disgust* him looking, leering, like some disgusting old man, or some half-wit who can’t control himself Nov 23 17:31:54 * Morgan nods Nov 23 17:33:58 I don’t -think- I’ve done anything wrong, I look after him, I soothe him when he’s messed something up. I don’t look at other men at all, not even Ghalen or Heinzharold... Nov 23 17:35:03 * Morgan looks troubled Nov 23 17:36:15 what? Nov 23 17:37:41 I think I finally got him to understand... from your point of view... and I think I know where his issue lies... Nov 23 17:44:16 his issue is going to end up being alone. Part of me that feels hurt wants to tell him if he so desperately needs to look at other women naked, he can go away from me and do that to his heart’s content, but I will be done with him, completely. Nov 23 17:44:35 * Morgan nods Nov 23 17:44:40 I can understand that Nov 23 17:46:35 * Hildegarde sighs “I’m falling out of love with him. And the worst of it is, he doesn’t care that I’ve told him I hate it and it’s harming my well-being, and he only seems to care when it affects -your- opinion of him! Nov 23 17:47:19 Oh love... I don't know how to help with that Nov 23 17:48:27 * Hildegarde nods “he doesn’t respect me” Nov 23 17:49:11 That is a problem Nov 23 17:51:33 * Hildegarde nods “If I’d known I’d have to spend every day feeling worse about myself because my husband -chooses- to hurt my self-esteem and be sniffing around other women, I’d never have married him. Better to be alone than get disrespected every day Nov 23 17:52:21 * Morgan nods Nov 23 17:53:42 what do you think his issue is? Is it actually my age? Nov 23 17:54:40 No, its not... he thinks you beautiful but your pregnancy... it isn't... arousing for him Nov 23 17:55:13 And he worries about my opinion because he knows this is his last chance with me Nov 23 17:56:14 * Hildegarde looks a little surprised “When has pregnancy ever been ‘arousing’ on anyone?!” Nov 23 17:56:45 * Morgan blushes a little, looking away Nov 23 17:57:24 Ohhh... okay... Nov 23 17:58:13 * Morgan clears his throat, sipping his coffee Nov 23 17:59:59 * Hildegarde ‘s giggle is low, and for a moment is so much like Dietlinde’s could be when he’d say something obviously suggestive that it’s almost like being back then Nov 23 18:00:33 * Morgan closes his eyes a moment, sipping his coffee again Nov 23 18:01:01 He is a good overseer Nov 23 18:01:44 * Morgan nods Nov 23 18:01:49 He is liked here Nov 23 18:02:20 sacking him wouldn’t be a good idea Nov 23 18:03:37 No, it wouldn't Nov 23 18:04:38 Even if he does stop, I don’t know that I’ll ever stop feeling like he’s been disappointing Nov 23 18:04:56 * Morgan nods slowly Nov 23 18:05:05 Its starting to sound like you've made your choice... Nov 23 18:05:24 I just don’t know Nov 23 18:06:15 * Morgan nods Nov 23 18:07:28 I’m sorry I’ve dumped all my relationship issues at your door Nov 23 18:07:51 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 23 18:08:04 Don't worry at it, its absolutely fine Nov 23 18:09:00 how are you and Molly? It can’t be easy, on the move this much and with children Nov 23 18:09:22 Its certainly difficult finding time to just -be- together Nov 23 18:10:18 * Hildegarde nods “People tell you to make time, but I’ve never found it easy” Nov 23 18:10:49 * Morgan shakes his head Nov 23 18:10:55 There's just so much always needs doing Nov 23 18:11:08 * Hildegarde nods Nov 23 18:12:14 The relationship is always the pan that just has to go on the back of the stove, isn’t it? Nov 23 18:13:00 Sometimes, yes Nov 23 18:16:30 you don’t find that? Nov 23 18:17:13 More often than I'd like Nov 23 18:17:40 She’ll be better once the pregnancy is over Nov 23 18:18:04 Better? Nov 23 18:20:59 More able to take you off the back burner Nov 23 18:21:52 Oh its not her... its everything else Nov 23 18:23:05 * Hildegarde nods “I thought maybe it was the distraction of being pregnant was the problem” Nov 23 18:23:26 Ah, no Nov 23 18:24:00 * Hildegarde nods Nov 23 18:24:43 Maybe that’ll be easier when you’re home Nov 23 18:25:46 We'll see I suppose Nov 23 18:26:11 * Hildegarde nods Nov 23 18:26:44 We will. I’m not sure what I can do about Heinrich not fancying me like this Nov 23 18:26:57 Not a great deal I imagine Nov 23 18:27:27 * Hildegarde nods “I’m only going to get bigger, especially if it’s like with Rickon” Nov 23 18:28:30 * Morgan nods Nov 23 18:28:36 Thats the way it goes, yes Nov 23 18:30:10 * Hildegarde smiles “I’m going to get some bread made for breakfast and for you to take on the road when you go” Nov 23 18:32:04 * Morgan nods Nov 23 18:32:06 Thank you Nov 23 18:32:34 * Hildegarde refills his coffee before going back to work Nov 23 18:33:28 * Morgan thanks her, heading out into the gardens Nov 23 18:35:19 *it’s half light, Dawn not too far away Nov 23 18:36:11 * Morgan wanders along, finding a good spot Nov 23 18:36:42 *he trains alone this morning, if any of the others are awake they’re otherwise engaged* Nov 23 18:37:48 * Morgan works hard, trying to find that peace of mind Nov 23 18:39:19 *he manages it* Nov 23 18:40:14 * Morgan stops once he's managed it, just standing quietly Nov 23 18:42:53 *it is nice and quiet, and he gets to do this alone a little while. Then his bedroom window opens Nov 23 18:43:38 * Morgan looks up Nov 23 18:45:20 *Molly pushes the window up, then leans out a little when she sees him, smiling. She’s still just in the shift with the bows, hair down Nov 23 18:45:29 [good morning] Nov 23 18:45:39 [morning love] Nov 23 18:47:17 * Hildegarde smiles [I am going to get dressed now...] Nov 23 18:47:24 * Hildegarde is now known as Molly Nov 23 18:47:36 [alright my love] Nov 23 18:49:36 [you do not need me first?] Nov 23 18:50:50 [oh I could be persuaded...] Nov 23 18:50:55 * Morgan starts walking toward the house Nov 23 18:51:32 [best be quick then, hmm? Two at once for the stairs, I think!] Nov 23 18:52:55 * Morgan nods a little, heading for his room Nov 23 18:53:20 *The door is a little ajar* Nov 23 18:55:09 * Morgan goes in Nov 23 18:56:13 * Molly is sat in a chair, just in the shift, watching him with a smile Nov 23 18:56:24 You came quickly, liebes herz... Nov 23 18:56:29 * Morgan nods Nov 23 18:56:30 indeed Nov 23 18:57:10 * Molly undoes the first bow Nov 23 18:59:06 * Morgan watches her, removing his sword belt Nov 23 18:59:37 * Molly smiles, undoing the next one Nov 23 19:00:36 * Morgan smiles, watching her Nov 23 19:01:27 You’re going to want to shut that door and say a prayer, my love... Nov 23 19:02:38 A prayer? Nov 23 19:03:24 That we are not interrupted today Nov 23 19:04:24 * Morgan nods, going to shut the door Nov 23 19:07:17 *When he turns back, there’s just one bow to close the fabric over her breasts, and one at the top of her thighs. the rest are opened, pushed apart to display her bump with its tan line. Her navel looks a little shallower today Nov 23 19:07:57 * Morgan smiles Nov 23 19:07:59 Lok at you Nov 23 19:09:10 * Molly nods, caressing her stomach “mmhmm” Nov 23 19:09:31 * Morgan smiles, moving closer Nov 23 19:10:51 * Molly looks to relax, beckoning him with the other index finger Nov 23 19:12:35 * Morgan moves to her Nov 23 19:14:09 * Molly watches his expression “which bow next, my love?” Nov 23 19:14:31 Uhh... bottom one Nov 23 19:15:33 * Molly traces the line, dipping into her belly button on the way down to the ties Nov 23 19:15:58 * Morgan smiles, watching her Nov 23 19:17:34 * Molly undoes it, pushing that cotton away too Nov 23 19:18:20 * Morgan smiles, movign a little closer Nov 23 19:19:09 * Molly parts her thighs, but uses a hand to cup and shield between them Nov 23 19:19:59 * Morgan raises an eyebrow Nov 23 19:20:37 * Molly smiles “yes, my love?” Nov 23 19:23:18 You seek to deny me what is mine? Nov 23 19:24:10 * Molly inhales with surprise at this, then shakes her head “No, my love...” Nov 23 19:24:42 * Morgan nods, taking a step closer, taking her wrist in his hand and moving it out of the way Nov 23 19:25:58 * Molly watches him closely, and her pulse is fast beneath his fingers. Her fingertips look shiny and wet Nov 23 19:27:17 * Morgan brings his fingers to his mouth, sucking them Nov 23 19:28:58 * Molly gasps, fidgeting in her seat. She already tastes aroused Nov 23 19:29:36 I rather like it when you do that. Nov 23 19:29:52 * Morgan releases her fingers, looking at her Nov 23 19:29:53 Do you? Nov 23 19:33:01 * Molly nods, blushing Nov 23 19:33:04 greatly Nov 23 19:34:35 * Morgan nods Nov 23 19:36:16 And you? *she keeps her legs apart, very displayed* Nov 23 19:37:02 * Morgan nods Nov 23 19:37:04 Very much Nov 23 19:37:34 * Molly nods “Now what will you do with what is yours?” Nov 23 19:38:21 * Morgan smiles a little, pushing two fingers inside her Nov 23 19:39:18 * Molly sighs happily, resting her head back against the top of the chair “Sometimes it feels I am too greedy, all the pleasure I accept from you” Nov 23 19:39:37 * Morgan smiles, hooking his fingers forward Nov 23 19:40:03 Don't worry, as soon as I've made you cum, I will sate myself... Nov 23 19:41:45 * Molly moans quietly at this, and he can feel the extra twitch of desire around his fingers “I am... all yours...” Nov 23 19:42:05 * Morgan nods, setting about making her orgasm Nov 23 19:44:36 * Molly works with him, moving against his fingers too. Within half a minute, she sounds close, watching him. He can see how the usual muscle tensing also tenses her bump, making the shape of her changing body smaller but firmer Nov 23 19:45:55 Thats it, come on Nov 23 19:46:58 * Molly bites the pad of flesh at the base of her thumb, trying to muffle the moan that she makes as she climaxes hard Nov 23 19:47:57 * Morgan uses his other hand to undo his placket and free his manhoob Nov 23 19:48:38 * Molly ‘s gaze moves down between them, and she peaks again Nov 23 19:49:32 * Morgan waits until she is at the peak of her orgasm before removing his fingers and immediately hilting himself within her Nov 23 19:50:26 Oh fuck! *she nods eagerly, biting her lip* Nov 23 19:51:17 * Morgan grins, immediately picking a fairly fast pace Nov 23 19:53:27 * Molly smiles back at him, then moves a little, enough to pull her heels up onto the corners of the chair. This tilts her hips, and makes it easier to get deeper, her belly also framed and held snugly by her thighs Nov 23 19:53:52 * Morgan groans, thrusting deeper Nov 23 19:55:29 * Molly cups his cheek tenderly as she says “All of my body is all yours...” Nov 23 19:55:58 * Morgan takes a couple of deep breaths as he swells, bottoming out in her as he floods her with his release Nov 23 19:56:53 * Molly pulses gently around him as she hits that pleasure once more Nov 23 19:57:31 * Morgan groans deeply, grinding against her Nov 23 19:58:56 Oh that sound! *she shivers around him, pushing gently deeper onto him* Nov 23 20:02:37 * Morgan breathes heavily for a moment before withdrawing Nov 23 20:07:03 * Molly smiles happily. She looks flushed, her hair a little tumbled, and though her breasts are still covered her belly is boldly bared. Then below that, the way she’s sat and the way she’s intimately spread is even bolder. He notices how some of his release overspills her, white amongst the deep pink. A sketch of her like this would be thought extremely rude, but only coloured pencils, pastels, or paint could really do it justice Nov 23 20:07:47 * Morgan smiles, looking her over Nov 23 20:09:11 * Molly drops her head back, sighing softly “that was incredible” Nov 23 20:10:17 * Morgan nods Nov 23 20:10:18 Was rather Nov 23 20:12:20 * Molly looks thoughtful a moment “We should clean up, I think” Nov 23 20:14:14 * Morgan nods Nov 23 20:14:17 definitely Nov 23 20:14:21 What were you thinking? Nov 23 20:15:29 * Molly blushes Nov 23 20:15:39 something quite rude Nov 23 20:15:43 Oh? Nov 23 20:17:28 * Molly looks undecided a moment, then puts her fingers between her legs Nov 23 20:17:42 * Morgan watches her Nov 23 20:20:10 * Molly keeps her eyes on his as she gently presses her fingers to herself before bringing them up, white and slick from their joining Nov 23 20:20:46 * Morgan doesn't move, just watching her Nov 23 20:22:22 * Molly brings those fingers to her mouth, sliding them along her lower lip Nov 23 20:22:36 * Morgan smiles a little, watching Nov 23 20:23:22 * Molly licks her lip, then sucks her fingers, still watching him Nov 23 20:23:38 That was quite rude Nov 23 20:24:54 * Molly nods a little Nov 23 20:25:00 You do not like it? Nov 23 20:25:08 I did not say that Nov 23 20:25:29 * Molly nods, smiling Nov 23 20:25:35 I’m glad Nov 23 20:27:10 * Molly smiles a little “Yes, I know, you aren’t used to being squeezed that way...” She puts her legs back down Nov 23 20:27:58 * Morgan looks a little confused before realisation hits Nov 23 20:28:03 Ah, he's objecting Nov 23 20:28:30 Just kicking at my thigh. He’ll get used to it, if you found that enjoyable Nov 23 20:29:13 I did Nov 23 20:30:59 * Molly nods, standing up Nov 23 20:31:24 Me too... We might try that on our own chair some day? Nov 23 20:31:29 * Morgan nods Nov 23 20:31:31 If you like Nov 23 20:31:57 * Molly nods “Definitely. And all the things we did on it before the Theatre” Nov 23 20:32:17 * Morgan thinks before nodding Nov 23 20:32:19 Yes... Nov 23 20:33:47 * Molly smiles “Struggling to recall, my love?” Nov 23 20:34:50 Just wondering what parts, exactly, you mean Nov 23 20:35:20 Everything apart from having to throw away the rug... Nov 23 20:36:07 * Morgan nods Nov 23 20:36:09 Alright Nov 23 20:36:17 * Molly kisses his cheek Nov 23 20:36:33 If I start giving you details, I’ll end up aroused again... Nov 23 20:37:07 That'd be a shame... Nov 23 20:37:29 * Molly nods Nov 23 20:37:53 It would be rather impractical when we have a long journey ahead Nov 23 20:38:54 I suppose it would Nov 23 20:39:42 * Molly smiles fondly, gently moving away to the wash bowl Nov 23 20:40:28 * Morgan moves to wash himself before doing his placket up Nov 23 20:42:28 * Molly cleans up likewise with a little shiver “I should have had you make it hot for me” Nov 23 20:45:17 * Morgan chuckles Nov 23 20:45:30 Do you need me to? Nov 23 20:45:50 No, I think I am all clean now... Nov 23 20:46:44 * Morgan nods Nov 23 20:46:48 Best wake the boys I suppose Nov 23 20:47:58 * Molly nods, coming to him and kissing him briefly “Thank you for this” Nov 23 20:49:51 For... Nov 23 20:49:58 Making love to me Nov 23 20:50:43 Oh I needed it Nov 23 20:51:30 You did? Did you dream something nice? Nov 23 20:52:44 No, not really Nov 23 20:53:26 Oh... I’m sorry. But not a proper nightmare? Nov 23 20:53:55 No, a path... Nov 23 20:54:33 which one? Nov 23 20:55:54 New one... you decided you were going to get verified in Tawstock... Nov 23 20:56:42 * Molly nods, doing up the ties on her dress Nov 23 20:56:47 I was less hurt? Nov 23 20:57:32 Oh we didn't get that far Nov 23 20:58:05 what happened? Nov 23 20:59:16 You were going off to Carleon with Catherine and Jaeger, leaving me behind Nov 23 21:02:38 * Molly nods “That was possible, I suppose” Nov 23 21:03:18 * Morgan nods Nov 23 21:09:01 * Molly has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Nov 23 21:41:24 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 23 21:57:20 * Morgan (~madisonst@192.168.1.129) has joined Nov 23 22:03:13 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Nov 23 22:08:10 * Morgan (~madisonst@192.168.1.129) has joined Nov 23 22:10:25 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep)