**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Fri Dec 5 07:18:56 2025 Dec 05 07:18:56 * Morgan (~madisonst@192.168.1.129) has joined Dec 05 08:36:36 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Dec 05 10:02:48 * Morgan (~madisonst@192.168.1.129) has joined Dec 05 10:57:14 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.101) has joined Dec 05 10:58:15 He's going to be very upset... letting her go goes against everything he believes, right down to his bones. Dec 05 10:58:15 /me nods, looking uneasy Dec 05 10:58:15 How do I best support him? Dec 05 10:58:15 Accept his feelings and love him, expressively Dec 05 10:58:15 * Mina nods Dec 05 10:58:19 I will try to do so. I feel for him Dec 05 10:58:21 * Morgan nods Dec 05 10:58:23 As do I... I feel for you too Dec 05 10:58:25 Me? Why? Dec 05 10:58:27 I know how much all of this hurt you, and I know you're still not at ease with it, but you're prepared to put yourself in a place of pain to support him... Dec 05 10:58:28 * Mina nods seriously “Of course I am. He is my -husband-“ Dec 05 10:58:30 * Morgan nods Dec 05 10:58:32 Doesn't make it hurt any less though Dec 05 10:58:34 * Mina nods “The hurt will always be there, but it’s smaller than it was” Dec 05 10:58:38 * Morgan glances around before speaking quietly Dec 05 10:58:40 I have seen a time it causes you no pain... Dec 05 10:58:42 Have you? Dec 05 10:58:44 * Morgan nods Dec 05 10:59:43 But these dreams you have do not always reflect what -will be-, just what might have been? Dec 05 11:00:56 That is the sticking point... though the might have beens tend to be now or before... Dec 05 11:02:44 * Molly is now known as Mina Dec 05 11:02:49 But this is in the future? Dec 05 11:03:02 * Morgan nods Dec 05 11:05:21 Perhaps that is what will be Dec 05 11:05:48 I have hope Dec 05 11:09:16 * Mina smiles gently “I wanted to speak to you about something else before you go” Dec 05 11:09:24 Oh? Dec 05 11:12:12 I was speaking with Molly earlier about how we are careful to mind our gaze around men other than our husbands... Dec 05 11:12:35 Right... Dec 05 11:15:33 It occurred to me that when you rolled up your sleeves to show your scars, you might have thought I was disgusted or horrified by them Dec 05 11:16:32 * Morgan nods a little Dec 05 11:16:39 Something like that, yes Dec 05 11:17:14 That was not the case Dec 05 11:17:54 I thought it was more that scars in general made you uncomfortable... they did me for a while Dec 05 11:19:15 * Mina looks a little uncomfortable “Sometimes they do, but in that instance it was that I was guarding my gaze” Dec 05 11:19:36 * Morgan looks a little confused Dec 05 11:19:49 But... I'm just me. Dec 05 11:21:02 * Mina smiles “I do try my best not to look at other men in ways I wouldn’t want my husband to look at other women, and I do like strong arms” Dec 05 11:21:28 * Morgan nods slowly Dec 05 11:21:34 I see... Dec 05 11:22:06 * Mina smiles “have I surprised you?” Dec 05 11:22:24 * Morgan nods Dec 05 11:22:26 You have rather Dec 05 11:23:54 Why is that? Dec 05 11:24:44 Wouldn't have ever thought that sort of thing would occur to you with me... Dec 05 11:27:00 * Mina smiles faintly, speaking even quieter “I could have done much worse than to marry you instead” Dec 05 11:27:27 Forearms wise, certainly Dec 05 11:27:29 * Morgan smirks a little Dec 05 11:27:56 * Mina nods “You have many things to recommend you, I am told” Dec 05 11:28:38 * Morgan blushes Dec 05 11:28:39 Oh? Dec 05 11:30:37 * Mina smiles “I’m not sure I should elaborate” Dec 05 11:30:55 No? Dec 05 11:32:01 * Mina shakes her head “You should ask Molly what parts of you she boasts about” Dec 05 11:36:23 That'll be my enormous... capacity for kindness Dec 05 11:38:50 * Mina giggles in the way he’s heard in the Wolfblood dreams where she has married him instead Dec 05 11:39:55 * Morgan smiles Dec 05 11:40:02 I think you've rather given away more than you intended there Dec 05 11:41:00 * Mina smiles “Maybe I have. Or maybe I am guessing, based on the similarities that often occur between siblings Dec 05 11:41:42 * Morgan shrugs a little Dec 05 11:41:45 Perhaps... Dec 05 11:42:37 *Walder comes in, looking for Morgan * Dec 05 11:42:53 Excuse me little sister... Dec 05 11:44:24 * Mina nods Dec 05 11:44:53 * Morgan moves to Walder Dec 05 11:46:09 W: Carriages are ready, Milord Dec 05 11:46:26 * Morgan nods, sighing Dec 05 11:46:29 Alright, thank you Dec 05 11:47:56 *Walder inclines his head. Bir wolf whistles, making them laugh. There’s still no sign of Edward and Florrie Dec 05 11:48:24 [the carriages are ready. I suppose its time] Dec 05 11:49:53 [Yes, I am afraid so, my love] Dec 05 11:50:31 * Morgan quietly leaves the room, going to find Edward Dec 05 11:51:23 *He hears Florrie say* I miss you, Vati Dec 05 11:51:40 * Morgan taps quietly on the door Dec 05 11:51:56 * Mina is now known as Edward Dec 05 11:51:58 Come in Dec 05 11:52:15 * Morgan pushes the door open, going in Dec 05 11:52:33 * Edward is reclined on the couch. Florrie is laid on his chest with her doll Dec 05 11:53:06 * Morgan looks at them for a moment before speaking Dec 05 11:53:08 I'm afraid its time Dec 05 11:54:16 * Edward nods, kissing her crown “Time for you and Aspen to get in the carriage” Dec 05 11:54:39 *Florrie pouts, holding Edward tight* I want stay, Vati! Dec 05 11:55:39 * Edward glances at Morgan a moment Dec 05 11:55:52 * Morgan doesn't look happy Dec 05 11:58:06 Morgan, could you ask Alice to join us? Dec 05 11:58:16 Yes, of course Dec 05 11:58:22 * Morgan moves quickly to find Alice Dec 05 11:58:54 *Alice is part of the bustle heading outside* Dec 05 12:00:05 Alice... Dec 05 12:00:36 Alice: Yes? Dec 05 12:01:15 Edwards asking for your help... Dec 05 12:01:38 *Alice nods* Are they still in the library? Dec 05 12:03:17 * Morgan nods Dec 05 12:03:18 aye Dec 05 12:11:46 *Alice nods, heading that way* Dec 05 12:11:53 * Morgan slowly heads outside Dec 05 12:12:54 *Elsie and James are out here. They’re talking quietly, but both smiling fondly Dec 05 12:14:13 * Morgan watches them discreetly Dec 05 12:15:48 *James kisses her gently* Dec 05 12:16:44 * Morgan smiles a little, looking around Dec 05 12:18:09 *HH comes out, Ballard with him* Hey man, thought I’d put this one in our cart and get going. You wanna come? Dec 05 12:18:58 Yeah, okay Dec 05 12:19:15 * Edward is now known as HH Dec 05 12:19:29 you said goodbyes already, yeah? Dec 05 12:20:00 No. Not yet Dec 05 12:20:17 How we gonna handle that? Dec 05 12:21:06 * Morgan sighs Dec 05 12:21:11 I dunno man Dec 05 12:21:37 *The others start to filter out, barring Molly, Florrie, Edward, and Alice* Dec 05 12:22:05 I daresay Molly is going to have to ease Florries upset Dec 05 12:22:31 * HH nods “Probably, yeah. To be expected though” Dec 05 12:23:36 *Adalbrecht has Ulysses in one box, Bir in the other. Contrary to his usual nature, he has his sleeves rolled up Dec 05 12:23:49 * Morgan nods a little, watching his father Dec 05 12:25:15 *Adalbrecht takes them to the coach to strap down. Morgan registers feeling watched, but HH is watching another direction with a frown Dec 05 12:25:32 * Morgan glances where HeinzHarold is looking Dec 05 12:25:44 *Heinrich is stood talking to Inga* Dec 05 12:25:59 * Morgan looks around to see who's watching him Dec 05 12:26:17 *Yensid is approaching from behind* Dec 05 12:26:35 * Morgan watches him approach Dec 05 12:27:40 *Yensid smirks* All Ready then? Got some new travellers with us too Dec 05 12:28:46 * Morgan nods, turning to keep an eye on HeinzHarold and Heinrich Dec 05 12:28:50 Aye, we have Dec 05 12:29:42 Y: Nice girl, that one. Sweet. Dec 05 12:30:29 Which one? Dec 05 12:30:42 Y: Enndelin Dec 05 12:30:46 * HH glances away from Heinrich to look at Yensid “Keep your hands off, she’s under our protection.” Dec 05 12:33:48 * Morgan smiles a little Dec 05 12:35:12 Yensid scowls: Careful what you go accusing people of... Dec 05 12:35:44 He wasn't suggesting you'd do anything... without consent... Dec 05 12:36:25 Yensid: Sounded like it. Dec 05 12:37:15 * HH watches Yensid, looking like he wouldn’t be opposed to a fight “Should be careful about makin’ accusations ‘bout makin’ accusations...” Dec 05 12:38:42 If you pair are going to bicker like a pair of drunk adolescents, go do it somewhere out of my sight. I've neither the time nor the emotional resilience to endure it without telling you both where to go Dec 05 12:40:23 * HH shrugs, looking back to Heinrich and Inga. There’s not much to be able to tell about what’s being said between them Dec 05 12:41:12 Y: He’s a busy man here... Hearing some whisperings from friends in certain places Dec 05 12:41:20 Oh? Dec 05 12:43:26 Y: Some people say he’s in that brothel way more than the old overseer Dec 05 12:44:05 You're slipping Yensid... I've known that for days Dec 05 12:47:36 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client) Dec 05 12:54:30 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Dec 05 14:34:32 * Morgan (~madisonst@192.168.1.129) has joined Dec 05 14:35:19 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Dec 05 16:08:23 * Morgan (~madisonst@192.168.1.129) has joined Dec 05 16:09:09 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.101) has joined Dec 05 16:09:36 Y: Nice girl, that one. Sweet. Dec 05 16:09:36 Which one? Dec 05 16:09:36 Y: Enndelin Dec 05 16:09:36 * HH glances away from Heinrich to look at Yensid “Keep your hands off, she’s under our protection.” Dec 05 16:09:36 * Morgan smiles a little Dec 05 16:09:39 Yensid scowls: Careful what you go accusing people of... Dec 05 16:09:41 He wasn't suggesting you'd do anything... without consent... Dec 05 16:09:43 Yensid: Sounded like it. Dec 05 16:09:45 * HH watches Yensid, looking like he wouldn’t be opposed to a fight “Should be careful about makin’ accusations ‘bout makin’ accusations...” Dec 05 16:09:47 If you pair are going to bicker like a pair of drunk adolescents, go do it somewhere out of my sight. I've neither the time nor the emotional resilience to endure it without telling you both where to go Dec 05 16:09:49 * HH shrugs, looking back to Heinrich and Inga. There’s not much to be able to tell about what’s being said between them Dec 05 16:09:54 Y: He’s a busy man here... Hearing some whisperings from friends in certain places Dec 05 16:09:56 Oh? Dec 05 16:09:58 Y: Some people say he’s in that brothel way more than the old overseer Dec 05 16:10:00 You're slipping Yensid... I've known that for days Dec 05 16:11:00 Y: Bet you don’t know that they’ve decided to basically black list him Dec 05 16:11:32 Oh? Dec 05 16:12:17 Y: He’s going to be told that unless it’s an emergency all business will be conducted at the owner’s house around the back Dec 05 16:12:32 *HH folds his arms* Dec 05 16:12:52 * Morgan nods slowly Dec 05 16:12:53 I see Dec 05 16:16:45 Y: *he nods* Took a vote on it and everything, democratic little souls... Dec 05 16:17:32 They're a nice group Dec 05 16:20:08 *Yensid nods towards Enndelin* This one is getting married, you know? Dec 05 16:20:53 * Morgan nods Dec 05 16:20:54 Aye I know Dec 05 16:21:34 Y: He bought a ring this morning Dec 05 16:22:21 He's about to come into a little bit of money\ Dec 05 16:22:33 *Heinrich is frowning a little. Inga just looks quite at ease* Dec 05 16:23:16 * Morgan watches HeinzHarold Dec 05 16:23:17 Y: *he nods* Yeah, building a house for a Duke, the office he worked for is buzzing with gossip Dec 05 16:23:36 *HH looks very watchful and ready to intervene* Dec 05 16:24:38 I'll bet it was Dec 05 16:25:28 *Yensid nods* All manner of talk, wondering why it’s a flying visit, talk8ng about how it’s a shame you’re not settling here Dec 05 16:26:05 I did explain to the villagers about Gottkirchen... Dec 05 16:26:26 Y: Some of them thought you’d be here a few weeks Dec 05 16:26:55 Too much to be getting on with Dec 05 16:27:24 *Inga shrugs, saying something, but the angle is wrong for lip reading. HH glances at Morgan* ‘Scuse me... Dec 05 16:27:42 I'll go... Dec 05 16:28:01 *HH nods * Dec 05 16:29:15 * Morgan nods, heading toward them Dec 05 16:30:41 I: ... too nice for that. Dec 05 16:31:17 *Heinrich is still frowning a little, but also looks uncomfortable* Dec 05 16:31:27 Who's too nice for what? Dec 05 16:32:05 Inga looks to him: Hildegarde, to be treated disrespectfully Dec 05 16:32:20 * Molly is now known as Heinrich Dec 05 16:32:36 * Morgan nods Dec 05 16:33:15 * Heinrich looks a little annoyed now Dec 05 16:35:36 *Inga smiles at Morgan* I’m going back to Heinzharold now Dec 05 16:35:42 Alright love Dec 05 16:36:51 *Inga does so, and Heinrich watches the way HH is beaming when he sees her approach* Dec 05 16:37:06 * Morgan watches him Dec 05 16:37:53 Sounds like everyone is talking about me. Dec 05 16:38:14 Are they? Dec 05 16:38:29 She knows about it, so they must be Dec 05 16:39:05 * Morgan shrugs Dec 05 16:39:18 Women talk... that, taxes and death are a fact of life. Dec 05 16:39:19 *HH hugs her, kissing her crown. They look very happy together, openly and easily loving* Dec 05 16:39:32 * Heinrich nods Dec 05 16:40:02 [my love, do you need to see Edward?] Dec 05 16:40:44 If its any consolation, my sister in law was suggesting my wife was telling her about the size of my endowment... excuse me, I need to see my brother Dec 05 16:41:01 * Morgan smiles a little, checking his expression before wandering over to Edward Dec 05 16:42:19 *Edward is still in the house with Molly, Alice, and Florrie* Dec 05 16:42:56 * Morgan goes inside Dec 05 16:44:06 *The house is quiet, the library door still open* Dec 05 16:44:51 * Morgan goes to the room Dec 05 16:44:58 * Heinrich is now known as Edward Dec 05 16:45:18 * Edward is on his own, sat on the couch with his head in his hands Dec 05 16:45:52 Oh, brother Dec 05 16:46:54 * Edward swallows, wiping his eyes Dec 05 16:47:05 Sorry Dec 05 16:47:13 * Morgan shakes his head Dec 05 16:47:19 You don't ever need to be sorry for this Dec 05 16:47:34 * Edward stands up, brushing himself off Dec 05 16:47:45 Do you need me for something? Dec 05 16:48:28 Its time we were going... Dec 05 16:48:33 * Edward nods Dec 05 16:49:20 Alice is just seeing to Florrie’s needs before we put her in the coach Dec 05 16:49:43 * Morgan nods, moving to embrace him Dec 05 16:50:05 * Edward hugs him hard Dec 05 16:51:44 Molly said you may ride out ahead Dec 05 16:52:03 I considered it. But it wouldn't be fair Dec 05 16:52:23 Do not harm you own progress, brother Dec 05 16:53:06 * Morgan lets go, holding him at arms length Dec 05 16:53:14 Could you let her suffer so you didn't have to? Dec 05 16:54:27 Of course not, but it is not just her feelings at stake Dec 05 16:54:39 Is it not? Dec 05 16:55:46 You do not think it will hurt myself, and your wife, and Alice, to see you hurting? Dec 05 16:56:23 * Morgan sighs Dec 05 16:56:33 Stop being so bloody smart will you Dec 05 16:56:41 Its unbecoming of an army brat Dec 05 16:56:56 I cannot help that I got the brains in the family. Dec 05 16:57:20 Ah, good, a bit of delusion Dec 05 16:57:49 Yes, Theus had to give you something too. *Edward smiles* Dec 05 17:00:26 He gave me big forearms... Dec 05 17:01:22 * Edward chuckles Dec 05 17:01:58 That will be from the manual labour you have done Dec 05 17:02:26 From the sailing... I highly recommend doing something to build yours up a bit... and roll your sleeves up... Dec 05 17:03:49 * Edward nods “Have you been talking with my wife? Or has it come from yours?” Dec 05 17:04:57 Somebody primed you on that already have they? Dec 05 17:05:40 * Edward smiles “Let’s just say I have long been aware that it has an appeal for her” Dec 05 17:06:26 *Morgan’s neck prickles* Dec 05 17:07:52 It seems to be universal... so... get to working... Dec 05 17:11:30 * Edward nods “I’ll take that under advisement. I had word that Zench suggests reminders that you will not be pleased by provocation, just very disappointed” Dec 05 17:14:39 * Morgan nods Dec 05 17:14:44 I'll talk with her Dec 05 17:16:31 Similarly, things like good behaviour for certain periods of time will be pleasing, or rewarded Dec 05 17:17:23 * Morgan nods Dec 05 17:17:26 We'll see how we go Dec 05 17:19:04 * Edward nods, smiling “I wish you luck, brother” Dec 05 17:19:23 * Morgan nods Dec 05 17:19:28 I've got a mirror for you Dec 05 17:20:08 I should have brought mine Dec 05 17:20:31 [will you be leaving?] Dec 05 17:20:44 Once you arrive home, send the one you already have to me please Dec 05 17:23:06 I will Dec 05 17:23:31 [no, we will leave together] Dec 05 17:23:40 * Morgan nods Dec 05 17:23:44 The new ones are... better Dec 05 17:24:01 * Edward looks curious Dec 05 17:34:11 In what regard? Dec 05 17:34:21 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Dec 05 17:35:27 * Morgan (~madisonst@192.168.1.129) has joined Dec 05 17:35:59 In what regard? Dec 05 17:37:05 They're much clearer Dec 05 17:37:53 * Edward smiles “that will be nice” Dec 05 17:38:23 * Morgan nods Dec 05 17:38:25 quite Dec 05 17:38:55 we will keep in touch Dec 05 17:39:33 * Morgan nods Dec 05 17:39:40 I'll grab them now and then... we should be going Dec 05 17:40:16 * Edward nods “It won’t be too long before we see you again “ Dec 05 17:41:10 No, not really Dec 05 17:41:41 * Edward nods, letting him go Dec 05 17:42:32 * Morgan goes to fetch the mirrors Dec 05 17:43:45 *the room is tidy and all their luggage is gone. It smells like her though Dec 05 17:44:53 * Morgan takes a lungful before going looking for the mirros Dec 05 17:45:17 *he finds them wherever he left them* Dec 05 17:45:45 * Morgan takes a pair back to Edward Dec 05 17:46:23 *Alice, Florrie, and Molly are all in the library with him* Dec 05 17:47:10 * Morgan quietly hands one to Edward, the other to Alice Dec 05 17:47:43 A: we already have one? Dec 05 17:51:17 * Morgan nods Dec 05 17:51:48 This is so she can see her father in the meantime. Give the old one to Catherine Dec 05 17:52:21 *Alice smiles. Florrie is in Edward’s arms* Dec 05 17:52:45 Molly nods a moment: We should get going... Dec 05 17:52:57 * Morgan nods Dec 05 17:53:01 aye Dec 05 17:53:10 *Florrie looks sad, just holding on to Edward* Dec 05 17:53:49 * Edward leads the way, Alice behind him. Molly watches Morgan with open concern Dec 05 17:54:09 I'll be alright Dec 05 17:54:46 *Molly nods* I know you will, my love, but you’ll allow me to be concerned for you anyway? Dec 05 17:55:10 * Morgan nods Dec 05 17:55:26 If you need something to keep you occupied... Dec 05 17:56:24 * Edward smiles “Yes?” Dec 05 17:56:28 * Edward is now known as Molly Dec 05 17:57:36 I meant you can worry if you need something to do Dec 05 17:57:46 * Molly nods Dec 05 17:58:32 I will have Emil, and some sewing, and the others... Dec 05 17:58:59 * Morgan nods Dec 05 18:00:29 * Molly looks like she’ll say something mischievous, but then smiles a little and says “We should go now” Dec 05 18:01:14 * Morgan nods Dec 05 18:01:16 Thank you Dec 05 18:01:29 Thank you? Dec 05 18:02:29 For not being provocative right now Dec 05 18:02:53 * Molly nods gently “I love you.” Dec 05 18:03:37 And I you Dec 05 18:05:42 * Molly nods, heading out towards the courtyard Dec 05 18:06:38 * Morgan follows Dec 05 18:09:18 *Everyone is out here waiting for them. Varick is saying goodbye to his friends, and the rest of the family are saying goodbye to Mina and Edward. James is saying goodbye to Else, Walder, and Theresa Dec 05 18:10:31 * Morgan sighs, going toward Elsie and Walder and Theresa Dec 05 18:10:56 * Molly follows along Dec 05 18:11:21 *Elsie smiles, hugging Morgan* Dec 05 18:12:05 * Morgan hugs her firmly, kissing her crown Dec 05 18:12:18 I got confirmation of the design this morning. It'll be underway soon Dec 05 18:13:07 *Elsie nods* Thank you Dec 05 18:13:20 * Morgan nods letting her go Dec 05 18:13:24 We'll see you before long Dec 05 18:14:27 *Elsie nods* Could you take care of my husband please? Dec 05 18:14:33 * Morgan nods Dec 05 18:14:37 I'll do my best Dec 05 18:16:49 *she thanks him. Walder and Theresa both say goodbye to him and Molly. Then it’s time to say goodbye to Heinrich and Hildegarde* Dec 05 18:17:05 * Morgan moves toward them Dec 05 18:19:18 *They don’t look at ease, but nor like they’re arguing* Dec 05 18:19:34 Hil: we’ll see you at the beginning of June? Dec 05 18:20:06 That is the plan Dec 05 18:23:18 Heinrich: I will write if anything happens here Dec 05 18:24:50 * Molly hugs Hildegarde Dec 05 18:29:24 * Molly lets go, moving over to Edward and Florrie after saying goodbye to the couple Dec 05 18:31:31 * Morgan nods, hugging Hidegarde Dec 05 18:32:16 *he gets kicked* Dec 05 18:32:29 * Morgan smiles Dec 05 18:32:33 Yes, and goodbye to you too Dec 05 18:33:32 *hildegarde smiles* take care, Morgan Dec 05 18:34:15 And you love Dec 05 18:34:22 * Morgan looks to Heinrich Dec 05 18:35:32 H: Safe travels, my Lord Dec 05 18:36:43 * Morgan inclines his head Dec 05 18:37:07 Thank you Heinrich. We'll catch up in a few weeks but don't hesitate to send word if you feel the need Dec 05 18:39:09 *Heinrich bows a little. Molly is hugging Edward, though Florrie hasn’t left his arms. They’re talking quietly. Mina is saying goodbye to Adalbrecht* Dec 05 18:39:52 * Morgan heads over to Mina and Edward Dec 05 18:41:22 *Mina watches him* It’s been good to spend time with you, big brother Dec 05 18:45:02 * Morgan nods, smiling a little Dec 05 18:45:12 Because I'm a delight... I've -loved- spending more time with you Dec 05 18:46:09 *She smiles, then surprisingly hugs him before saying quietly* I’ll take care of Eddie Dec 05 18:46:38 * Morgan nods, hugging her Dec 05 18:46:54 Thank you. He'll need you, even though he'll try to be strong and stoic Dec 05 18:47:37 * Molly nods “You’ll be the same?” Dec 05 18:47:41 * Molly is now known as Mina Dec 05 18:52:38 * Morgan smiles a little Dec 05 18:52:39 Its possible Dec 05 18:54:40 *Mina nods, letting go. Edward is waiting for him, Florrie still in his arms. He looks relaxed, except for the hint of tension around his eyes Dec 05 18:54:43 * Mina is now known as Edward Dec 05 18:54:47 Brother... Dec 05 18:55:19 * Morgan smiles a little Dec 05 18:55:21 brother Dec 05 18:58:18 Let me know that you’re there safely Dec 05 18:58:27 * Morgan nods Dec 05 18:58:29 I will Dec 05 19:00:25 * Edward hugs him a moment, and then sighs “It’s time to go to Ballhead, princess” Dec 05 19:00:44 *Florrie looks sad* Dec 05 19:00:58 *Molly comes to stand by Morgan* Dec 05 19:01:16 Come on then sweetheart Dec 05 19:01:45 *Florrie looks between them, then starts to quietly cry* Dec 05 19:03:10 * Edward kisses her forehead “We’ll see each other again soon. It is not goodbye, it is just ‘see you soon’.” Dec 05 19:05:15 *Molly watches them sadly, moving a little closer to Morgan protectively * Dec 05 19:13:22 * Morgan reaches out, putting a hand to Florries back Dec 05 19:13:39 Come on little one Dec 05 19:13:52 F: See soon, Vati. Dec 05 19:14:30 * Edward nods, smiling, though the micro expression is pain “See soon. I love you” Dec 05 19:14:52 *Florrie does move to Morgan “Loveyoubye.” Dec 05 19:15:47 * Morgan shifts her to his hip Dec 05 19:15:50 We'll see you soon Dec 05 19:16:45 * Edward nods, but doesn’t seem to be able to say anything. Dec 05 19:17:42 *Mina comes to stand beside Edward* Take care of yourselves. Dec 05 19:18:10 F: *She looks at her* Okay Meema, loveyoubye. Dec 05 19:18:52 * Morgan takes a slow breath Dec 05 19:19:04 *Mina smiles, but Edward looks a little like he’s been sucker punched* Dec 05 19:19:32 Molly: Right, lets get settled in so we can look at this new book of plants, shall we? Dec 05 19:20:40 * Morgan nods Dec 05 19:20:47 Good idea Dec 05 19:20:58 *Molly says a final goodbye to them before climbing into the coach* Dec 05 19:21:26 * Morgan bows his head a little before carrying Florrie to the coach Dec 05 19:21:50 *Just as he’s about to put her in, she says “Vati?” Dec 05 19:22:08 Vati's got to stay here sweetheart Dec 05 19:22:31 *Florrie’s bottom lip quivers* Dec 05 19:23:41 Do you want to go to your mama or Molly to look at the book? Dec 05 19:23:53 F: Want Vati! Dec 05 19:26:12 I know sweetheart. Do you want to sit with me maybe? Dec 05 19:26:41 *She looks so very sad* No, Vati! Dec 05 19:26:51 * Edward looks concerned too Dec 05 19:27:29 Its alright we'll see him again soon Dec 05 19:27:46 Tell you what, you can talk to him with the mirror before bedtime Dec 05 19:28:37 *She looks like she’ll cry. Molly says “Aha! Here it is... Ooh, three -hundred- pages of plants... with pictures!” Dec 05 19:30:52 * Morgan makes a gasping noise Dec 05 19:30:57 Three -hundred-@ Dec 05 19:31:26 M: Mmmhmm... Oh, and they have some with colour! Dec 05 19:31:39 *Florrie looks over* I see? Dec 05 19:32:15 * Morgan gently hands her into the coach Dec 05 19:33:15 M: This one looks interesting, doesn’t it? Do you want to sit with me so you can see better? Dec 05 19:33:51 *Florrie leaves Morgan’s arms, going in to Molly* Okay Lee, I See now. Dec 05 19:34:06 * Morgan quietly closes the door Dec 05 19:35:18 *The driver looks back, waiting for the signal to move out. HH has the cart, Adalbrecht, Claudia, and Yensid are on horseback. Coachmen are ready to drive the coaches, and Morgan’s horse awaits him Dec 05 19:35:48 * Morgan looks back to Edward Dec 05 19:37:21 * Edward looks grim, but nods to the coachman Dec 05 19:37:40 * Morgan moves and hauls himself into the saddle Dec 05 19:38:09 *the coaches move out* Dec 05 19:40:09 * Morgan waits before setting his horse moving Dec 05 19:40:44 *they move out in procession, the cart at the back. Thomas starts crying* Dec 05 19:41:05 * Morgan looks around to James Dec 05 19:41:52 *James is in one of the carriages Dec 05 19:42:09 * Morgan sighs Dec 05 19:44:36 *the noise of wheels and hooves soon eclipses that of crying baby as they progress down the road. The weather is warm and dry at least* Dec 05 19:45:21 * Morgan sighs heavily, looking around Dec 05 19:51:42 *He spots something shiny on the ground, where in a nightmare that had learned that Molly had been brutalised and murdered by the Montaigne debt collectors and he’d found the bloodied Sudlache ring on the road Dec 05 19:52:00 * Morgan frowns, dropping down off the horse Dec 05 19:52:51 *HH stops the cart* You okay man? Dec 05 19:53:14 * Morgan moves to look at the shiny thing Dec 05 19:54:37 *It’s a silver Montaigne Ecu, worth about a guilder* Dec 05 19:55:20 * Morgan spends a moment prying it up before looking around Dec 05 19:56:16 *there’s nothing to see, all is peaceful* Dec 05 19:56:32 * Morgan scowls a little, climbing back into the saddle Dec 05 19:58:23 *HH is still watching him* Dec 05 19:59:42 * Morgan nudges the horse into a walk Dec 05 19:59:59 I tell you about that nightmare where Sorgi had gone to the tavern and hadn't been around to safe Molly? Dec 05 20:00:43 * Edward is now known as HH Dec 05 20:00:55 Don’t th8nk so? Dec 05 20:02:35 * Morgan sighs Dec 05 20:02:55 She died. Brutally. I found the Sudlache ring out here... where this was Dec 05 20:04:47 * HH nods “that’s a bad one, even for you” Dec 05 20:05:09 Yeah, it was brutal man Dec 05 20:05:29 Wouldn’ta been any getting you back after that Dec 05 20:06:11 No. Absolutely not. Dec 05 20:07:18 * HH nods “She’s got a knack o’ finding trouble” Dec 05 20:08:49 apparently Dec 05 20:11:49 * HH nods. He waits til they’re further away before asking “How you doing?” Dec 05 20:12:03 Not great. Dec 05 20:15:01 * HH nods Dec 05 20:15:21 You need an early comfort break, get you yer lassie? Dec 05 20:16:55 No... no I'm alright and I'm loathe to disturb Florrie... Dec 05 20:18:06 * HH nods “You did good back there, man” Dec 05 20:18:46 * Morgan nods Dec 05 20:18:54 I think so. She did amazingly Dec 05 20:19:32 * HH nods Dec 05 20:19:45 Edward held his shit together too, I’m impressed Dec 05 20:24:38 You hear FLorrie say loveyoubye to Mina? Dec 05 20:25:21 Yeah... wasn’ expecting that Dec 05 20:26:52 Edward looked like he'd been gutpunched Dec 05 20:28:53 * HH nods sadly Dec 05 20:29:04 Can’t blame him, man Dec 05 20:29:25 God no Dec 05 20:31:24 When she says Vati when you’re holdin’ her... *he shakes his head* It’s rough just watchin’ it Dec 05 20:35:11 * Morgan nods Dec 05 20:35:14 God it hurts Dec 05 20:35:50 * HH nods Dec 05 20:35:59 Fucking brutal. Dec 05 20:36:18 * Morgan nods Dec 05 20:36:20 yeah Dec 05 20:36:56 * HH sighs “Mebbie it’ll get easier as she grows up” Dec 05 20:37:36 For most of you, yes Dec 05 20:38:09 * HH nods “You an’ yer nightmares” Dec 05 20:38:34 aye Dec 05 20:39:01 [My darling, I hope you know how very proud of you I am] Dec 05 20:40:16 [thank you. It was exceptionally difficult] Dec 05 20:40:59 [You were so brave. My god, you are always impressing me.] Dec 05 20:43:05 [I just.. I did what was needed for her. I can be upset later] Dec 05 20:43:34 [Of course you can. And I will be there to console you, as always] Dec 05 20:43:56 * HH leans back to pat the dog Dec 05 20:48:08 You like Enndelin, huh? Dec 05 20:48:34 Yeah, she seems like a sweet lassie Dec 05 20:49:37 * Morgan nods Dec 05 20:49:46 Got a bit overprotective... Dec 05 20:51:52 * HH frowns at him “Not like -that-, man” Dec 05 20:52:15 I meant precisely what I said and not an ounce more. Dec 05 20:55:23 I was just pissed off seein’ that asshole talkin’ to my lil darlin’, and Yensid said the wrong thing at th’e wrong time Dec 05 20:56:52 Think maybe you owe him an apology? I know he can be distasteful but... that sort of thing is abhorrent to him Dec 05 20:58:00 * HH nods “Yeah, will do. Wasn’ really his fault, I was just already wound up” Dec 05 20:58:13 * Morgan nods Dec 05 20:58:37 I'm gonn' make some enquiries about a little cottage in Kempton... Dec 05 20:59:24 * HH chuckles Dec 05 20:59:34 Crampin’ yer style, are we? Dec 05 20:59:50 * Morgan shakes his head Dec 05 21:00:04 For Hildegarde and Rickon and the little one if things don't get better Dec 05 21:02:10 * HH nods Dec 05 21:02:24 Th’ fuck is he playin’ at, man?! Dec 05 21:02:53 * Morgan shrugs Dec 05 21:04:49 I dunno man Dec 05 21:04:59 I suspect its all about to kick off too Dec 05 21:06:58 Whysat? Sounds like his supply is getting cut off anyow Dec 05 21:09:06 -that- is why... I won't be surprised if he gets a bit surly about it Dec 05 21:09:31 If he loses her, it serves him right Dec 05 21:10:06 * Morgan nods Dec 05 21:10:10 I'm inclined to agree Dec 05 21:11:55 I could never hurt my lil darlin like that, rather die, y’ know? Dec 05 21:12:31 * Morgan nods Dec 05 21:12:33 I know Dec 05 21:13:31 I didn’ like him anyow, but even more now Dec 05 21:14:09 That surprises me little Dec 05 21:15:16 Good to see Inga isn’t bothered though. Was worried it’d bring back bad memories for ‘Er Dec 05 21:16:05 * Morgan nods Dec 05 21:16:09 She did look really at ease Dec 05 21:16:32 * HH nods, grinning Dec 05 21:17:07 She knows she’s got more devotion an’ adoration than anyone in th’ world Dec 05 21:17:24 * Morgan shrugs, looking around Dec 05 21:17:52 * HH frowns Dec 05 21:18:01 Whatcha shrug at that for?! Dec 05 21:18:53 I'm fairly well devoted and adoring... Dec 05 21:20:07 Yeah? Dec 05 21:21:07 obviously Dec 05 21:22:00 * HH nods Dec 05 21:22:34 How’s it goin’ with feelin’ the babe move then? Dec 05 21:22:42 * Morgan smiles Dec 05 21:22:55 Its good. Felt Hildegarde's little one kick me as we were leaving Dec 05 21:23:35 * HH smiles “Be mine b’fore th’ end o’ summer” Dec 05 21:23:58 * Morgan nods Dec 05 21:24:07 Looking forward to it? Dec 05 21:27:39 * HH grins “Oh yeah. Waking up in the mornin’, kicks in my back...” Dec 05 21:28:12 And thats just Inga Dec 05 21:28:24 * HH chuckles Dec 05 21:28:36 More like wanderin’ hands with her! Dec 05 21:30:29 * Morgan nods Dec 05 21:32:39 Lookin’ forward to seein’ her see our house, man Dec 05 21:35:04 * Morgan nods Dec 05 21:35:06 Me too actually Dec 05 21:36:26 * HH nods, grinning “She’s gonna be so fuckin pleased. Gettin her own home, doin all the domestic stuff... Got her a lil apron t’ wear, moving in present...” Dec 05 21:37:16 * Morgan smiles Dec 05 21:37:19 Nice, man Dec 05 21:38:18 * HH nods “she’s got summat special to wear with it too” Dec 05 21:39:32 Oh aye? Dec 05 21:40:00 Yep. Had it ages, but it’s still in great condition *he grins* Dec 05 22:00:17 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Dec 05 22:00:53 * HH has quit (Read error: EOF from client)