**** BEGIN LOGGING AT Wed Apr 1 18:31:35 2026 Apr 01 18:31:35 * Morgan (~madisonst@192.168.1.129) has joined Apr 01 18:42:37 * Molly (~u931732@192.168.1.101) has joined Apr 01 18:43:22 I'm afraid I dont Apr 01 18:43:22 * Molly nods, making sure he has space to get up Apr 01 18:43:22 * Morgan gets up, getting dressed Apr 01 18:43:22 You do have sympathy for them though? Apr 01 18:43:22 Of course Apr 01 18:43:25 I’ll be counting down the hours Apr 01 18:43:27 * Morgan nods Apr 01 18:43:29 So will I love Apr 01 18:43:31 * Molly sighs “You will be careful and kind to yourself, please” Apr 01 18:43:33 I'll do my best Apr 01 18:43:35 * Molly nods “I will do likewise” Apr 01 18:43:37 * Morgan nods Apr 01 18:43:39 Good Apr 01 18:43:41 * Molly smiles “Well, my love, we’ll speak later then?” Apr 01 18:43:43 * Morgan nods, bending to kiss her Apr 01 18:43:45 We will Apr 01 18:43:47 * Molly kisses him softly “At least you won’t be spending all of each day aroused if you aren’t with me” Apr 01 18:43:51 That is true Apr 01 18:43:53 I love you, liebes herz. More than anything. Apr 01 18:43:55 And I you my love Apr 01 18:43:57 * Molly sighs, cupping his cheek like in his dream “time for you to go back to work, hmm?” Apr 01 18:43:59 * Morgan nods Apr 01 18:44:01 Aye it is Apr 01 18:44:42 I’ll miss you Apr 01 18:49:04 And I you my love Apr 01 18:50:02 * Molly kisses him again Apr 01 18:52:12 go on then, my love Apr 01 18:55:07 * Morgan nods, kissing her before going downstairs to get his things Apr 01 18:55:59 *he manages this. He’s due to train with Claudia, but he’s already a little late Apr 01 18:59:06 * Morgan goes to find her Apr 01 19:00:00 *Claudia and HH are both on the lawn where they often train* Apr 01 19:02:04 *HH grins* what time dya call this? Apr 01 19:02:08 * Morgan wanders over to them Apr 01 19:02:09 Hey Apr 01 19:02:45 C: *she huffs* Why are you late? Apr 01 19:03:10 Because I'm going away and wanted to say goodbye to my wife... Apr 01 19:04:30 HH: And hello... and goodbye... and hello... *he grins * Apr 01 19:05:42 Shut up HeinzHarold Apr 01 19:06:24 *Claudia rolls her eyes at HH* Right, ready to train? Apr 01 19:07:18 * Morgan nods Apr 01 19:07:21 Lets get it done Apr 01 19:08:48 *They both draw their swords, saluting Morgan before taking him on together, not pushing too hard* Apr 01 19:09:25 * Morgan starts pushing to put them down Apr 01 19:11:17 *they push him a bit harder before eventually they both get put down. Mainz is watching them* Apr 01 19:12:01 * Morgan stretches out his arms and shoulders Apr 01 19:12:05 Going easy were we? Apr 01 19:13:01 *Claudia nods* you’ve got a long ride ahead of you Apr 01 19:13:30 * Morgan nods, putting his sword away Apr 01 19:13:34 Keep them safe while I'm gone Apr 01 19:14:03 *HH nods* Always, man Apr 01 19:14:51 * Morgan nods Apr 01 19:14:56 Alright, bring it in, I've got to go Apr 01 19:16:40 *they hug him* HH: getting light, an’ you wanna be getting off like a tart’s knickers Apr 01 19:17:31 * Morgan nods, letting them go Apr 01 19:17:35 I'll see you in a few days Apr 01 19:18:02 HH: Got a you-know-What? Apr 01 19:18:12 * Morgan nods Apr 01 19:19:01 HH: Have fun with yer goats! *he grins* Apr 01 19:19:35 * Morgan rolls his eyes, making his way over to Mainz Apr 01 19:21:48 * Molly is now known as Mainz Apr 01 19:21:54 Good morning, my Lord Apr 01 19:22:28 Mainz... ready to go? Apr 01 19:23:41 * Mainz nods Apr 01 19:24:01 Horses are saddled. Neukloster on the way to Aachen, is it? Apr 01 19:27:21 * Morgan nods Apr 01 19:27:22 I believe so Apr 01 19:29:40 * Mainz smiles, heading towards the stables where Karlsruhe and Federest are with the horses, though no one is holding Xantha, he’s just stood still in his saddle and bridle awaiting Morgan Apr 01 19:32:01 * Morgan nods to Federest Apr 01 19:35:02 *Federest inclines his head* Apr 01 19:35:19 K: Good luck, my Lord Apr 01 19:35:53 Thank you Karlsruhe. Hopefully I'll be back before they have to leave Apr 01 19:38:45 K: Federest and I can escort them until you catch us up if you wish? Apr 01 19:39:33 * Morgan nods Apr 01 19:39:41 I'm hoping it won't be needed, but, best be prepared Apr 01 19:41:12 K: Prepare for any eventuality, and you are always at an advantage Apr 01 19:42:01 * Morgan nods Apr 01 19:42:05 Indeed. Take care gentlemen Apr 01 19:43:38 *they both bow, and he and Mainz get on the road north. Xantha seems quite pleased to be on the move, and soon his home is nice more behind him Apr 01 19:46:28 * Morgan sighs, looking around Apr 01 19:47:29 *the weather looks decent. By this route they should make it to Neukloster by late morning, and then Aachen by early evening Apr 01 19:51:26 This is going total an age Apr 01 19:51:47 * Mainz nods, riding one of Morgan’s fast horses Apr 01 19:51:51 It’s a long way Apr 01 19:53:35 Couldn't have done it two towns over, oh no, that'd be too easy Apr 01 19:54:06 * Mainz laughs Apr 01 19:54:40 Just in Kempten would have been nice Apr 01 19:54:55 * Morgan nods Apr 01 19:55:08 I suppose... I did say I wanted to move around and meet the people Apr 01 19:56:17 Be careful what you wish for, my Lord Apr 01 19:57:40 quite Apr 01 19:58:54 * Mainz nods. He seems content to ride quietly. They are just on the outskirts of Kempten when Morgan realises he’s at the boundary of being able to talk to Molly Apr 01 19:59:14 [I love you. I'll be back soon] Apr 01 20:00:04 [I love you, endlessly and entirely] Apr 01 20:03:17 * Morgan nods a little, looking around Apr 01 20:04:43 *There’s a fair few people out and about in Kempten, most of them recognise him now and wave or bow and curtsey* Apr 01 20:05:34 * Morgan waves to them as they pass Apr 01 20:10:51 * Mainz also seems to be known, and calls out greetings to a few of them. They pass through easily, and a few hours pass as they get up to Kiev, though they skirt the outside rather than go through, so he sees fewer people. It’s almost nine that they stop for a break. Mainz has been chatty enough, but Morgan hasn’t really learnt much about him. It’s warm here under the trees, and they’ve branched off the main roads Apr 01 20:13:56 * Morgan watches Mainz discreetly Apr 01 20:14:39 * Mainz is stretching, paying Morgan no attention Apr 01 20:17:04 * Morgan sets about having a drink Apr 01 20:18:22 *His bag immediately smells of her* Apr 01 20:18:44 * Morgan sighs Apr 01 20:21:02 *It seems to be from a piece of white satin, one she put in his bag a year ago when he went to find the bandits. It’s embroidered with black thread and says in Eisen ‘until it is me that comes soft and warm to your bed’ Apr 01 20:22:55 * Morgan runs his fingers over it for a moment Apr 01 20:23:50 *the material is indeed soft, and the same as the corset and panties she wore on their wedding day* Apr 01 20:26:59 * Morgan puts it away, drinking Apr 01 20:29:17 * Mainz checks the horse over Apr 01 20:29:33 All well, my Lord? Apr 01 20:30:09 * Morgan nods Apr 01 20:30:12 Just missing my family Apr 01 20:30:19 * Mainz nods Apr 01 20:30:56 I am not surprised Apr 01 20:32:16 * Morgan nods, moving to check Xantha over Apr 01 20:32:23 I've realised I don't know much about you... Apr 01 20:35:55 There’s not much to know, my Lord Apr 01 20:37:01 Isn't there? Apr 01 20:38:21 I was second in line to the Grafdom of Mainz, but it fell in the War Apr 01 20:40:17 * Morgan nods Apr 01 20:40:20 That happened a lot Apr 01 20:41:17 * Mainz nods Apr 01 20:43:04 We were rural but near the road. We were easy pickings and useful to supply from. The Grafdom was hollowed out of people, livestock, and food by both sides back and forth Apr 01 20:43:42 * Morgan nods Apr 01 20:43:44 Disgusting Apr 01 20:44:46 * Mainz nods “yes” Apr 01 20:47:15 * Morgan pats Xantha Apr 01 20:47:59 It was a long time ago now. At least I didn’t suffer as Karlsruhe did Apr 01 20:48:14 * Morgan nods Apr 01 20:48:19 My brother and I both had nightmares about it Apr 01 20:49:31 * Mainz nods Apr 01 20:49:40 He did not deserve that fate Apr 01 20:50:04 * Morgan shakes his head Apr 01 20:50:06 Absolutely not Apr 01 20:51:32 I know the book says we should accept our fates and that that’s what is supposed to happen, but that was vile Apr 01 20:51:50 * Morgan nods Apr 01 20:52:06 I'm of the opinion that that only applies to the big picture things... the day to day is down to us Apr 01 20:53:30 * Mainz nods “I think it’s helping him being at Hafenlohr” Apr 01 20:53:59 * Morgan nods Apr 01 20:54:03 I think so Apr 01 20:54:49 * Mainz nods Apr 01 20:55:14 Being Godfather too Apr 01 20:55:25 * Morgan nods Apr 01 20:55:31 That took a great deal for him to do Apr 01 20:56:08 * Mainz nods, drinking from a waterskin Apr 01 20:56:15 Meant a commitment to live Apr 01 20:57:09 * Morgan nods Apr 01 20:57:21 A big step Apr 01 20:57:47 * Mainz nods Apr 01 20:58:02 It’s what his wife would have wanted though Apr 01 20:58:43 Yes... but when you're in that much pain you cant see that Apr 01 20:59:57 * Mainz nods Apr 01 21:01:08 It’s never going to be easy for him Apr 01 21:01:47 No, I don't believe so Apr 01 21:04:21 If she’d died in the attack, maybe it would be different. But doing what she did... Apr 01 21:06:26 * Morgan nods Apr 01 21:06:28 quite Apr 01 21:07:37 * Mainz nods “I don’t know if he’ll make the trip back to Karlsruhe this year” Apr 01 21:09:01 * Morgan nods Apr 01 21:09:20 I will of course respect his wishes if he does... but there will be people here for him Apr 01 21:09:48 * Mainz nods Apr 01 21:09:53 Long way to go Apr 01 21:10:21 * Morgan nods Apr 01 21:10:31 Aye Apr 01 21:11:02 * Mainz puts the waterskin away Apr 01 21:11:06 Ready to go? Apr 01 21:11:57 * Morgan nods Apr 01 21:11:58 Aye Apr 01 21:12:47 * Mainz nods, getting mounted up Apr 01 21:13:11 They’ll be pleased to see you in Neukloster Apr 01 21:14:07 Reckon? Apr 01 21:15:21 * Mainz nods Apr 01 21:15:34 I’ve been a few times since that first one Apr 01 21:16:18 They getting on alright? Apr 01 21:16:27 * Mainz nods Apr 01 21:17:24 Michelle had a daughter Apr 01 21:17:55 That seems... fitting Apr 01 21:19:07 * Mainz nods Apr 01 21:19:18 I thought so Apr 01 21:20:57 * Morgan nods Apr 01 21:21:01 What'd she call her? Apr 01 21:22:12 Marlene Apr 01 21:22:20 * Morgan nods Apr 01 21:23:53 *they walk the horses on* Apr 01 21:24:05 There shouldn’t be more children like that now Apr 01 21:25:40 * Morgan nods Apr 01 21:25:44 There'll be trouble if there is Apr 01 21:27:03 * Mainz nods Apr 01 21:27:33 I for one would like to see any rape punished more severely Apr 01 21:32:33 * Morgan nods slowly Apr 01 21:32:36 In what way? Apr 01 21:33:20 Too many get away with it. I would like to see rapists executed Apr 01 21:34:02 * Morgan nods slowly Apr 01 21:34:06 You know what happened to Elsie? Apr 01 21:37:52 * Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) Apr 01 21:56:34 * Mainz has quit (Read error: EOF from client)