[20:58] (Molly) [02:04] (MK) **they get to the dining room. Between FK and two maids, Molly is constantly attended to, even when she's finished eating and trying to read her letters [20:59] * Molly rolls her eyes at him when they aren't looking [20:59] * @Morgan smirks slightly, opening his letters [21:00] (Molly) **the first is from his father [21:01] (Molly) Morgan I will send men. There were many volunteers. Otto wishes to come, although sick. Would that be difficult for you? David can come if needed. Let me know a few days before your crops are ready, the farmers will know. Update me of your progress Adalbrecht. [21:04] * @Morgan reads it through again before laying it on the table [21:05] * Molly looks up enquiringly [21:06] (Molly) Something interesting? **their fussing continues, molly looks to FK** we're quite comfortable, we will ring if we need anything. [21:06] (Molly) Fk: *she curtsies, ushering the others out* [21:07] (@Morgan) a message from my fatehr... He's happy to send men.... apparently there were plenty of volunteers [21:07] (Molly) Good. Innesbruck has more need of harvesters than Sudlachenburg anyway [21:08] * @Morgan nods [21:08] (@Morgan) Otto wishes to come, and your father can attend if he's needed [21:09] (Molly) He wishes to come even though it is our honeymoon? [21:09] (@Morgan) even though he's ill... [21:10] * Molly frowns briefly [21:11] (Molly) What ails him? [21:11] (@Morgan) he's been ill for some time I believe [21:11] * Molly nods [21:11] (Molly) And they cannot afford a doctor? [21:12] * @Morgan nods slightly [21:12] (@Morgan) I offered any help they want... [21:12] * Molly nods slightly [21:12] (Molly) Perhaps that offer just became more valuable [21:13] * @Morgan nods [21:15] * Molly looks thoughtful as she opens her letters [21:15] (Molly) Would it be accepted? [21:15] (@Morgan) Truthfully, I dont know [21:16] (Molly) I've not spoken to them really... I imagine they still hate me [21:16] (@Morgan) I doubt it [21:17] (Molly) Many would [21:17] (@Morgan) perhaps my mothers talk helped [21:17] * Molly starts to smile as she reads [21:18] (Molly) Aye, perhaps [21:18] * Molly looks to him [21:19] (Molly) I have no objections to him coming, and will heal him if you wish [21:20] * @Morgan nods [21:20] (@Morgan) I hate seeing him unwell [21:20] * Molly nods [21:20] (Molly) You were once close, were you not? [21:21] * @Morgan nods [21:22] (Molly) It is only right that that continues and we do whatever we can for them. I do not wish them to think that I prevent you from being close to them [21:22] * @Morgan nods [21:23] * Molly smiles. She has never looked as at ease discussing things connected to his first marriage as she does now [21:23] ** New query from Morgan (Available on submenu 'Windows') [21:24] (Molly) I have no intention to do so. Visit them as much as you wish [21:25] * @Morgan nods [21:26] (@Morgan) your letter contains good news? [21:26] * @Morgan opens the rest of his letters [21:26] * Molly watches him a moment then looks down [21:27] (Molly) I am ordered to make you set aside your work for a while [21:28] (@Morgan) oh? [21:28] (Molly) " Dear cousin, I have arrived safely in Freiburg. On my journey I arranged with my friend the Innkeeper I told you about that the Garden suite is rented for you for the whole summer. Come and go as you please. [21:29] (Molly) It is the perfect place for a honeymoon. Tell my cousin to take a break from working for once and enjoy you! Visit me when you come to Freiburg, now that I'm settled we break ground very soon. Your cousin and friend Jarvie" [21:29] * @Morgan chuckles [21:30] (@Morgan) thats fairly typical of Jarvie [21:30] (Molly) She speaks as if I have half a chance of persuading you to do so [21:30] * Molly laughs [21:31] (Molly) "ps Everything you're told about the suite is true" [21:32] (Molly) How strange! [21:33] * @Morgan looks confused [21:34] (Molly) I wonder what she means [21:35] (Molly) *his letter is from Sinan [21:35] (@Morgan) I cant say it means anything to me [21:36] (Molly) I suppose we will have to wait and see [21:36] (Molly) Veisgraf Koertig, The ship will be ready for launch on July 31st. ((a few days after the Rose is due in Starke)). Please let me know when you would like the launch. I will be free to take your commission before my father once the ship is launched. If you could ask the veisgrafin what name she has chosen, I would be most grateful. Yours, Sinan Gottlieb. [21:36] * @Morgan nods [21:38] (Molly) ((oops, date mix up. Rose due on July 31st, ship ready Aug 6th)) [21:42] (Molly) Oh my! HeinzHarold and Inga have set the date for their wedding! [21:43] (@Morgan) I think... I'm surprised by that [21:43] * Molly looks at him over the letter [21:44] (Molly) Oh? Why? [21:44] (@Morgan) I just never really expected him to get married at all... [21:44] * Molly smiles [21:45] (Molly) Love... It happens to the best of us. [21:45] * @Morgan chuckles [21:45] (@Morgan) absolutely [21:46] (@Morgan) Sinan Gottlieb wants to know what name you've chosen for the ship launch [21:46] * Molly smiles enigmatically [21:46] (Molly) Should I write to him [21:47] (Molly) ? [21:47] * @Morgan nods [21:47] (@Morgan) probably best... he says it'll be ready for launch August 6th... [21:48] (Molly) Not until then?! [21:48] * @Morgan smiles [21:48] (@Morgan) its a big job, building a ship [21:49] * Molly laughs [21:50] (Molly) Why could I not have developed Porte magic instead? [21:51] (@Morgan) because you like travelling too much [21:52] * Molly laughs [21:53] (Molly) I am really not sure how we can manage to do everything before we wanted to leave for Avalon [21:53] * @Morgan nods [21:53] (@Morgan) I know [21:53] * Molly draws with a pencil on the back of the letter [21:58] (Molly) The wedding is the 29th, the Rose on the 31st but it takes three days to Starke, so the 1st. We would be late. Then it takes a week to ride to Zweibrucke, a few days there then another week back. We also have reservations at this in, and promised to take Varick to Fischler, plus seeing the Judges in Freiburg and Maubourg! Oh and sorting Innesbruck. [21:59] (Molly) Inn* [22:00] * Molly taps the paper [22:00] (@Morgan) any ideas? [22:00] (Molly) I was about to ask you the same! [22:00] * Molly laughs [22:01] (@Morgan) the only solution that comes to mind is "be late" [22:01] (Molly) I really think we won't be taking a full tour now [22:02] * Molly spends several minutes working on it [22:02] (Molly) I'm rather loathe to turn down Jarvie's gift... [22:03] * @Morgan nods [22:04] (Molly) I _would_ greatly enjoy a little time with no distractions, even if just three or four days [22:05] * @Morgan nods [22:05] (@Morgan) it'd be nice to not have to be striving for something for a while [22:05] * Molly nods [22:06] (Molly) The judges in Freiburg... Rather an essential unless we tell Alarice the truth [22:07] * @Morgan nods [22:10] (Molly) It would take a day to Kiev ((Maubourg)) then two to the inn, three to stay there, and two more to Freiburg. [22:10] (Molly) From Innesbruck, not Koln [22:11] * @Morgan nods [22:13] (Molly) If we then stayed a day to see the judges, and another day at the inn on the way back, we could make the full trip back round to Innesbruck in about two weeks [22:13] * @Morgan nods [22:14] * Molly writes it down. [22:15] (Molly) If we only stopped for one night to check on things, we could be in Sudlachenburg by lunchtime on the 14th day [22:16] * Molly smiles [22:16] (@Morgan) that would be acceptable? [22:17] (Molly) It only gives us ten days in Innesbruck but I think we can do it [22:20] (Molly) Then as you say, be a day late in Starke. However, the sixteen days to Zweibrucke and back delays us greatly. We will need a coach as we'll have Varick with us [22:20] * @Morgan nods [22:22] (@Morgan) why dont... we just sail? [22:22] * Molly laughs, blushing [22:23] (Molly) Oh dear! How did I not think of that [22:24] (Molly) It'll be two days each way on the river. That is a great idea, liebes herz [22:25] (@Morgan) well that'll save a bit of time then [22:26] * Molly nods [22:27] (Molly) From Zweibrucke it would be three days to Fischler. In ten we could give Varick the visit he desires [22:27] * @Morgan ndos [22:28] * Molly maps this out too. [22:28] (Molly) By August 20th we could be ready to leave Eisen [22:29] * @Morgan nods [22:29] (@Morgan) not bad going [22:30] * Molly slides him the itinerary. Her birthday will be the final day of their three in Jarvie's inn [22:30] * @Morgan nods slowly [22:30] (@Morgan) I think thats doable [22:32] (Molly) Good. It may not be a tour, but we will travel through much of Eisen that I have not seen [22:33] * Molly smiles, looking relieved [22:33] (Molly) I shall write to Sinan. Are there any names that are prohibited? [22:34] (@Morgan) Not that I'm aware of [22:34] * Molly smiles [22:35] (Molly) And any you wish to reserve for your fleet? [22:35] * @Morgan shrugs [22:36] (Molly) The Star of the Sea... [22:36] * @Morgan nods [22:37] ** New query from Morgan (Available on submenu 'Windows') [22:37] * Molly watches him shyly [22:38] (Molly) I was thinking of "the Lady Natasha" [22:38] * @Morgan smiles [22:38] (@Morgan) thats really sweet [22:38] * Molly blushes [22:39] (Molly) Is it? [22:39] * @Morgan nods [22:40] * Molly looks up at him [22:41] (Molly) I suspect I'll have a ship named for me in your fleet, I do not need to have this one named for me too [22:42] * @Morgan nods [22:42] (@Morgan) you're quite right [22:42] * Molly returns to reading her letter. He picks up a feeling of pride [22:43] (Molly) Mama wrote this. My mama, who couldn't read just three months ago. [22:43] * Molly smiles [22:43] * @Morgan grins [22:45] (@Morgan) how is she? [22:46] (Molly) Well. They are all happy. Varick says he misses us but hopes we are happy and eating cake! [22:46] * Molly laughs [22:46] * @Morgan chuckles [22:48] * Molly rolls her eyes [22:48] (Molly) Mama says I must rest and she looks forward to hearing my news when I return! [22:49] * @Morgan smiles [22:50] (@Morgan) she'll always worry for you [22:50] * Molly laughs [22:50] (Molly) That is not what she means, liebes herz [22:50] (@Morgan) No, I know... [22:51] * Molly folds up her letters [22:51] (Molly) It is good to hear from home though [22:52] * @Morgan looks at her briefly [22:52] (@Morgan) home? [22:57] * Molly flushes [22:57] (Molly) Die dauerhaftigkeit [23:01] (@Morgan) I wasn't exactly asking for clarification blossom [23:05] * Molly looks confused [23:05] (Molly) What were you asking? [23:05] (@Morgan) merely commenting on your referring to it as home [23:07] * Molly blushes again [23:07] (Molly) Would you prefer I did not? [23:07] (@Morgan) Dont be silly [23:09] (Molly) I like it there. I feel as if I _belong_. [23:09] * @Morgan nods [23:09] (@Morgan) good [23:10] (Molly) I know that is silly, daughter of a farmer who belongs in a grand castle owned by high nobility [23:11] (@Morgan) its not silly at all [23:13] * Molly smiles [23:13] (Molly) Where do you feel like you belong, liebling? [23:13] (@Morgan) with you [23:15] * Molly smiles broadly [23:15] (Molly) Thank you, that means much to me [23:17] * Molly tucks her letters in to her pocket, rising. [23:17] (Molly) I need to go briefly to our room before going outside. [23:17] * @Morgan nods [23:17] (@Morgan) as you wish [23:18] (Molly) You need not accompany me outside if you have tasks you would prefer to attend to [23:19] * @Morgan shakes his head [23:19] (Molly) I shall meet you back here then [23:20] (@Morgan) ok blossom [23:20] * Molly curtsies to him, unable to touch in farewell [23:22] * Molly leaves. A few minutes pass and he becomes aware of noise and shouting towards the stables [23:22] * @Morgan sighs briefly before getting up and heading for the noise [23:25] * Bauer Ghalen and the groom are chasing the large chestnut horse that they rode home on around the yard while it skillfully evades them [23:26] (Bauer) Why the hell was the stall open?! [23:26] (Bauer) Gr: I don't know. I was distracted but I don't remember why! [23:27] * @Morgan watches them a moment [23:27] (Bauer) **the horse sidesteps Ghalen. He almost seems to be mocking them [23:29] (Bauer) Not good enough Jann, not good enough. Come back here, Crusader! [23:29] (Bauer) **he prances off towards the gardens** [23:29] * @Morgan takes a few steps towards the men, keeping his eyes on the horse [23:33] (Bauer) Ah! Do you have any luck with stubborn horses? [23:33] (Bauer) **the horse watches from a distance* [23:33] * @Morgan shrugs before whistling at the horse [23:34] (Bauer) **he tosses his head, walking off* [23:34] (Bauer) Gr: he's a mighty fine horse is Crusader. Worth a pretty penny he was! [23:35] (@Morgan) was? [23:35] * @Morgan whistles again at the horse [23:35] * Bauer nods [23:37] (Bauer) The baroness sold all the others, Karsten bred fine thoroughbreds, expensive horseflesh... But noone wanted this one [23:37] (Bauer) **he just watches Morgan, unmoved* [23:38] (@Morgan) too feisty? [23:40] (Bauer) He's considered bad luck. Karsten was riding him when Crusader bucked and Karsten was killed [23:41] (@Morgan) is that normal for him? [23:41] * @Morgan takes a few steps into the yard before pointedly turning his back on the horse [23:41] (Bauer) Bucking? [23:42] * @Morgan nods [23:42] (Bauer) **the horse inches slightly closer [23:43] (Bauer) Not at all. He needs a lot of riding though, at least a few hours a day, to stop being awkward like he is now [23:44] * Bauer looks at the groom sternly [23:44] (@Morgan) Who normally exercises him? [23:45] (Bauer) Which is why we're always careful not to let him out. [23:45] (Bauer) GR: me, my Lord [23:47] (@Morgan) I see [23:47] * @Morgan clicks his fingers a few times [23:48] (Bauer) **crusader walks towards Morgan** [23:49] (Bauer) Gr: he's good to ride unless he goes in to the part of the forest where it happened [23:50] (@Morgan) unusual for a horse to behave like that [23:52] (Bauer) Gr: he has a long memory [23:53] (@Morgan) maybe something spooked him that day [23:55] (Bauer) Gr: possible, my Lord [23:55] (Bauer) **he stops about six feet from Morgan** [23:57] * @Morgan glances over his shoulder, before feigning disinterest [23:58] (Bauer) **he gets to just one foot away* [23:59] * @Morgan holds a hand out a little to one side, slowly [23:59] (Bauer) **he noses Morgans hand, then walks away [00:00] (@Morgan) I dont suppose you've got an apple? [00:02] (Bauer) *ghalen fishes one from his pocket [00:02] * @Morgan holds out his hand, waiting to be given teh apple [00:04] (Bauer) **ghalen does so. Immediately crusader returns* [00:06] * @Morgan bites into the apple, ignoring the horse [00:06] (Bauer) **crusader nudges him. It reminds him of Xantha* [00:07] * @Morgan breaks off a chunk of apple, holding it to his side for the horse [00:09] (Bauer) **he takes it, munching it* [00:10] * @Morgan turns slightly, taking another bite [00:10] (@Morgan) what say you go back in your stable for a while? [00:11] (Bauer) **he moves away, along the pathway he's normally ridden on, then comes back [00:11] (@Morgan) Oh, you want some exercise? I see [00:12] (Bauer) **crusader stares at Morgan** [00:12] (@Morgan) You'll need to come here then, wont you? Cant exercise you if you keep walking away [00:13] (Bauer) **he goes to Morgan* [00:13] * @Morgan holds out some more apple [00:13] (@Morgan) I'll need a bridle and saddle... [00:13] (Bauer) **he takes it* [00:14] * Bauer gets it, handing it to Morgan [00:16] (Bauer) **the horse lets Morgan put the tackle on without fuss [00:17] (@Morgan) Would you gentlemen inform my wife I'll be back shortly? [00:18] * Bauer nods [00:19] * @Morgan steadies the horse before climbing into the saddle [00:23] (Bauer) **Crusader follows all his commands on their ride past the fields to the village. The crops look only a week from harvest here, and he reflects on the fact that Adalbrecht assumes he needs help seeing such. When thinking of Molly, he knows her direction as if he were a needle on a compass. Crusader is a pleasure to ride. He's fast, strong. [00:25] (Bauer) **about half an hour passes before the horse turns uncommanded and heads back home. He stops beside the stable [00:27] * @Morgan climbs down, taking off the tackle [00:29] (Bauer) **he goes in to the stable with no prompting [00:30] * @Morgan closes the stable door before going in search of the groom [00:30] (Bauer) Gr: *hes brushing down a plough horse [00:31] (@Morgan) Crusaders in his stable, he needs grooming and feeding [00:33] (Bauer) Gr: yes, my Lord. I am sorry he got out, I don't know what came over me! [00:34] (@Morgan) it happens [00:34] (Bauer) Gr *he nods* anything else, my Lord? [00:36] (@Morgan) No, that'll be everything... do you happen to know where my wife is? [00:36] (Bauer) Gr: the graveyard, my Lord [00:36] * @Morgan nods, heading off to find her [21:44] (Molly) **the graveyard is behind the house. Through the stone arch, he enters with a sense of peace he rarely finds in such places. There is something unnaturally still about the air, and there are no noises from wildlife, no birds, no crickets. The path leads between the tombs of long forgotten Eldreichs, names he saw early in the family tree. [21:46] (Molly) ((done)) [21:47] * @Morgan wanders among the tomb stones, looking for Molly [21:48] * Molly is sat beneath a tree a hundred feet away when he rounds a corner. She almost shimmers with ethereal beauty, like a woodland nymph. Barefoot and crowned with daisies, she sings softly. It makes him feel dizzy initially. [21:48] (Molly) My heart cries out to your heart, I'm lonely, and you can save me... [21:49] (Molly) ** this time, instead of sleepiness, he feels a deep, poignant sadness. She strokes the sleeping fox club in her lap whilst two rabbits watch from by her feet. A robbin and a swallow have each perched on a shoulder, and the tree above is full of varying species of spell-bound birds. [21:51] * @Morgan watches from a distance [21:53] * Molly continues to sing to the animals. More birds land on the branches [21:54] * @Morgan approaches slowly [21:55] (Molly) My hand reaches out for your hand, I'm cold but you light a fire in me... [21:55] * Molly is too busy watching the red bundle of fur to notice him [21:56] * @Morgan smiles briefly, continuing his slow advance [21:58] * Molly smiles to herself, blushing [21:58] (Molly) My lips search for your lips, I'm hungry for your touch, There's so much left unspoken [22:03] * Molly looks up, smiling in a way that tugs at his heart. She beckons him closer, continuing to sing. He starts to feel a little as if in a dream [22:06] * @Morgan wanders towards her quietly [22:06] * Molly watches him. The animals do not stir at his intrusion [22:10] * @Morgan casts his eyes over all the animals [22:11] * Molly beckons him to sit with her. The animals look calm, at ease [22:11] * @Morgan takes a seat beside her [22:12] * Molly motions for him to stroke the fox while she sings [22:13] * @Morgan does so, gingerly [22:14] (Molly) **the cub remains asleep. He's soft, cat-like fur. There is something exciting about this unusual interaction with a wild animal [22:15] * Molly smiles at her husband [22:17] (Molly) It's always a rainy day without you, I'm a prisoner of love inside you -I'm falling apart all around you. And all I can do is surrender. [22:17] * Molly brings the song to a close. [22:21] (Molly) **the birds start to fly off, then the rabbits hop away. The fox awakens slowly [22:23] * @Morgan takes his hand off the fox [22:26] (Molly) **it looks at them a moment before climbing down and running back to the hedgerow. Molly sighs, smiling [22:26] (Molly) Goodbye, little one [22:28] (@Morgan) so its not _all _ bad then [22:28] * Molly smiles [22:29] (Molly) That part is rather wonderful, isn't it? [22:29] (@Morgan) it certainly has its appeal [22:30] * Molly takes the daisies from her hair. It takes him right back to sitting on the grass outside the diningroom in Tawstock, before they went to Carleon, before they knew how they felt [22:32] (Molly) I'm sorry I did not wait for you indoors [22:33] (@Morgan) Its fine blossom, something came up and needed doing [22:33] (Molly) Oh? [22:34] (@Morgan) one of the horses got loose, it needed exercising but they couldn't catch it [22:34] * Molly picks up some paper [22:35] (Molly) I can think of none more likely than you to catch it [22:35] (@Morgan) apparently the horse wont go near where the accident happened [22:36] * Molly nods slightly [22:36] (Molly) I suppose that is to be expected [22:37] (@Morgan) seemed steady enough to me... something definitely spooked it [22:37] (Molly) Interesting... What are you thinking? [22:39] (@Morgan) I'm not sure... it seems it wasn't an intentional act by someone trying to do Karsten harm... so, as with all things slightly mysterious, the Eisen mind goes straight to the supernatural [22:40] * Molly smiles slightly [22:41] (Molly) I can understand that. It is a little too far for the schattenmann though [22:41] * @Morgan nods [22:41] (@Morgan) thankfully [22:42] (@Morgan) but then... black dogs, Imps, who knows... [22:42] (Molly) Ghosts? [22:42] (@Morgan) the thought did cross my mind [22:42] (Molly) Would he meet the criteria they have though? [22:43] * @Morgan shrugs [22:43] (@Morgan) maybe only the horse saw it [22:43] * Molly smiles [22:44] (Molly) A person ghost or a horse ghost I wonder [22:44] (@Morgan) are you making fun of me? [22:45] * Molly studies his expression, trying to decide if he is playful or serious [22:46] * @Morgan remains stoic for a few seconds before starting to smirk [22:47] * Molly giggles [22:47] (Molly) Would I do such a thing? [22:47] (@Morgan) Absolutely [22:48] * Molly shakes her head [22:48] (Molly) There are many things I would like to do to you, but making fun is not one of them! [22:48] * Molly grins [22:48] * @Morgan sniggers [22:50] (Molly) Perhaps if I sing to you, you would also wish to curl up on my lap [22:51] * Molly smiles gently [22:51] (@Morgan) I normally want to do that anyway [22:51] * Molly looks surprised [22:51] (Molly) Do you? [22:51] * @Morgan nods [22:52] (Molly) I do not recall you ever doing so [22:52] (@Morgan) I know [22:52] * Molly looks thoughtful [22:52] (Molly) Why is that? [22:53] (@Morgan) time constraints probably [22:53] * Molly nods slowly [22:53] (Molly) Not a fear of vulnerability? [22:54] (@Morgan) possibly [22:54] * Molly nods sadly [22:54] (Molly) I understand [22:56] (Molly) It is hard to let others have control sometimes [22:56] * @Morgan nods [22:56] (@Morgan) plus I have a reputation to maintain.... never sleeping, always vigilant... [22:57] * Molly looks to him, and he can feel the depth of her sadness for him [22:58] (Molly) In the privacy of our rooms, I would never wish you to feel you must live up to that reputation [23:00] * @Morgan shifts suddenly, laying at 90 degrees to her, head in her lap [23:02] * Molly grins, eyes soft, full of love. Touching her, he feels the sheer magnitude of her love and devotion. He has never felt so much as if he belongs. She strokes his hair, gently as she stroked the cub [23:02] (Molly) Ah, liebes herz... Perfection. [23:05] (@Morgan) I can think of worse places to be [23:06] * Molly laughs softly, sending a tingle across his skin [23:06] (Molly) Ah but can you think of many better? [23:06] (@Morgan) I dont think it'd be proper to say [23:09] * Molly 's eyes widen. He feels a rush of lust leak from her emotions in to his, like black ink swirling in to a vase of water [23:09] (Molly) But maybe later, you will show me.. [23:10] * @Morgan nods [23:10] (@Morgan) perhaps [23:10] * Molly looks away, exhaling slowly [23:12] (Molly) I've had a look at the map... [23:13] * Molly regains control of herself, once more stroking his hair. It feels good, like being healed. [23:14] (@Morgan) aye... [23:14] (Molly) My distances were all wrong. [23:15] (@Morgan) were they? [23:15] * Molly passes him the piece of paper with revisions to their plan [23:18] (Molly) [23:15] * Molly passes him the piece of paper with revisions to their plan [23:19] * @Morgan looks it over [23:19] (@Morgan) what do the stars denote? [23:20] * Molly goes quite still, and he can feel a tension to her [23:21] (Molly) They are the umm... Days where we will have to rely on the montaigne courtesan tricks [23:21] * @Morgan nods, looking back to the list [23:22] (@Morgan) you remember your mother gets awfully seasick? [23:23] * Molly sighs [23:23] (Molly) Yes, I know. I really do not know what to suggest as my father has much he needs to tie up there [23:25] * @Morgan nods [23:25] (@Morgan) You've not left long to find a crew... [23:26] * Molly nods [23:28] (Molly) Obviously there are some crew bringing her from Tawstock, men my father knows and trusts. I thought we would keep them until you have decided upon a completely Eisen crew. There were many men in Freiburg who were interested when I was there before [23:28] * @Morgan nods slowly [23:28] (@Morgan) makes sense [23:29] * Molly pauses a moment [23:29] (Molly) She is your ship, of course, but it was just an idea [23:31] (@Morgan) not left us long in Sudlachenburg [23:31] * Molly sighs [23:32] (Molly) I have done my best, liebes herz. Feel free to alter it as you see fit [23:33] (@Morgan) short stay at Maubourgs... good idea... [23:33] * Molly laughs [23:34] (Molly) I thought we probably wouldn't be welcome to stay afterwards [23:34] * @Morgan chuckles [23:34] (@Morgan) quite... [23:35] (Molly) I am sorry we are so constrained by the demands upon us [23:36] (@Morgan) its fine blossom [23:37] (Molly) Is this how noble life is? [23:37] (@Morgan) some of the time, aye [23:37] * Molly nods [23:38] (Molly) We will have four free days at the inn... [23:39] * @Morgan nods [23:41] (Molly) I am hoping we can then have the sort of honeymoon most have [23:41] * @Morgan nods [23:42] (@Morgan) hopefully... is that why its later than we'd discussed? [23:42] * Molly bites her lower lip. It makes him want to do the same [23:44] (Molly) The change in distance meant some changes had to be made, such as travelling by river... But yes, the change in order was to ensure our honeymoon was not ruined [23:44] * Molly watches him closely as if nervous of his reaction [23:45] * @Morgan nods slowly [23:46] (Molly) Does that displease you? [23:46] (@Morgan) not in the slightest [23:46] * Molly nods [23:48] (Molly) Good. It was inevitable, given that we were away four weeks, but this way it will be more bearable [23:50] * @Morgan nods [23:50] * Molly runs her fingertip down his nose with a grin [23:51] (Molly) Besides, the courtesan tricks are not so unpleasant, are they? [23:51] (@Morgan) I suppose I could bear them [23:53] * Molly laughs, a low sound of pleasure. Again his body flares with awareness, the soft warmth of her thighs beneath his head. Her fascinating eyes spark with mischief [23:54] (Molly) Had you heard of them before? In the navy, perhaps? [23:54] * @Morgan shakes his head [23:54] (@Morgan) No, actually [23:54] (Molly) Maybe it is rather select knowledge [23:55] * Molly smiles, biting her lip frustratingly once more [23:55] (Molly) Though how Alarice knew, I do not know! [23:58] (@Morgan) I dread to think [00:00] * Molly nods [00:01] (Molly) Not as innocently as I learnt such [00:01] (@Morgan) No, I suspect you're right [00:02] * Molly resumes stroking his hair. There's a good deal of sensuality in her touch now [00:03] (Molly) Though I must say, knowing as I did that I was to be your mistress, I listened closer to ensure my lack of experience wouldn't disappoint you [00:03] * @Morgan chuckles slightly [00:04] (@Morgan) prudent... [00:04] * Molly blushes [00:05] (Molly) I was unsure quite how experienced you were... There never seemed an appropriate way to ask [00:05] (@Morgan) I can imagine that conversation would've been awkward [00:06] * Molly nods [00:07] (Molly) Given that it was only a few days ago I was brave enough to ask whether there had been others, I think so [00:13] (@Morgan) Shouldn't be afraid to ask me something blossom [00:13] * Molly looks away [00:14] (Molly) I know I shouldn't... Certainly, I shouldn't have been afraid to ask you things that pertained to being your mistress, yet I was [00:15] * @Morgan nods [00:16] (@Morgan) I can't imagine I make things easy [00:16] * Molly sighs [00:18] (Molly) It isn't anything you do... I just do not like to ask things that may hurt you or discomfort you. I spent a great deal of time treading carefully, it is a hard habit to break [00:19] (Molly) **he feels a sense of possessiveness from her until she quickly withdraws her hand from his head [00:19] (@Morgan) I would imagine so [00:19] (Molly) Even captain tsaylur warned me not to become a mistress without asking some important questions first [00:21] * @Morgan nods [00:22] (@Morgan) what sort of questions? [00:23] (Molly) Whether I'd be provided for financially during and after the affaire ended... [00:26] (@Morgan) very practical, coming from the captain [00:26] * Molly giggles [00:27] (Molly) Yes. How on Theah could I have asked that without sounding as if I was only agreeing to be well-provided for? [00:29] * @Morgan nods [00:29] (@Morgan) I see [00:30] (Molly) She thought I was naive not to ask [00:31] (@Morgan) Generally speaking there's a... a payment at the end of the relationship [00:31] * Molly shrugs slightly [00:33] (Molly) My choice was already made. I had nothing left to lose regardless. I could hardly have been in any worse position at the end of our relationship than I was the day you asked me. [00:33] * @Morgan nods [00:33] (@Morgan) true enough [00:34] * Molly frowns deeply [00:34] (Molly) I was going, you know? [00:34] (@Morgan) going? [00:36] (Molly) When you said you were going to take a mistress... At the moment I knew Cappalucia was the only place I could go [00:36] (Molly) In my mind, I was already packing my bags [00:38] (@Morgan) there was no need [00:40] * Molly smiles [00:40] (Molly) I was convinced you would choose the more clever, worldly and beautiful captain [00:41] * @Morgan snorts [00:43] (Molly) She also said I needed to ask how you intended to prevent me being with child [00:44] * Molly watches his reaction with an interest [00:44] (@Morgan) hmmm... I can't say I'd actually thought about it [00:44] * Molly smiles gently [00:45] (Molly) You had not planned to bed me? [00:45] (@Morgan) oh I had... but that particular subject I'd not thought about [00:46] * Molly blushes a little [00:46] (Molly) Can I ask about that? [00:46] (@Morgan) what? [00:46] (Molly) Planning to bed me [00:47] (@Morgan) you can [00:47] * Molly smiles. She speaks quietly, as if sharing secrets [00:48] (Molly) When did you first realise you desired to? [00:48] * @Morgan thinks [00:48] (@Morgan) I'm not sure... I think it was more that I slowly realised that I desired you [00:49] * Molly nods [00:49] (Molly) When did you decide you _intended_ to? [00:50] (@Morgan) what, bed you? [00:50] * Molly nods [00:51] (@Morgan) probably on the way home... [00:51] * Molly smiles [00:52] (Molly) You did not know you had decided? [00:52] (@Morgan) There was still the question of you being my companion rather than mistress [00:52] * Molly looks intrigued [00:53] (Molly) Why did you decide as you did? [00:54] (@Morgan) because having you as a companion wasn't enough [00:54] (Molly) Emotionally or physically? [00:54] (@Morgan) yes [00:57] * Molly mulls this over [00:57] (Molly) It would have been different emotionally? [01:00] (@Morgan) more... exclusive perhaps [01:01] (Molly) An interesting choice of words. I would have been just as committed as your Companion [01:02] (@Morgan) I dont doubt it [01:03] (Molly) She also said the most important question was whether you would have acknowledged any child we accidentally had [01:04] (@Morgan) no question... [01:04] * Molly nods thoughtfully [01:05] (Molly) I thought so, but would never have dared to ask [01:07] * Molly smiles softly [01:07] (Molly) It is the honourable thing to do [01:08] * @Morgan nods [01:09] (Molly) Not many Lords do though [01:09] (@Morgan) not that many Lords are particularly honourable [01:09] * Molly smiles [01:10] (Molly) When did you realise I desired you? [01:10] (@Morgan) I'm not entirely sure [01:11] * Molly laughs softly [01:11] (Molly) I half expected you to say that night at the cottage [01:12] * @Morgan frowns [01:12] (@Morgan) I'm not sure what you mean [01:13] (Molly) That you realised I desired you that night [01:14] (@Morgan) that night at the cottage... [01:17] * Molly frowns ever-so-slightly [01:18] (Molly) In the garden... [01:19] * @Morgan nods, smilling [01:20] * Molly giggles [01:20] (Molly) Long before then [01:20] (@Morgan) really? [01:20] * Molly nods shyly [01:20] (Molly) I am afraid so [01:22] (@Morgan) that surprises me [01:22] * Molly bites her lip again, which also elicits the same feeling again [01:22] (Molly) Why, liebes herz? [01:23] (@Morgan) I was horrid to you [01:25] * Molly smiles [01:25] (Molly) Horrid no, bossy yes... *she looks as if she might say more, but looks away* [01:28] (@Morgan) I certainly wasn't kind [01:28] * Molly shakes her head [01:28] (Molly) It wasn't before we were friends [01:31] (Molly) As for when I realised it was my intention to actually do it... [01:32] * Molly smiles, her fingers lacing loosely into his hair [01:36] (Molly) Though I had offered for a long time, it only became my intention to push for that outcome once you proposed marriage [01:36] * @Morgan nods, smiling slightly [01:38] (@Morgan) I think, realistically, it was a given once I proposed [01:38] * Molly takes a deep breath. From his vantage point, it makes her breasts strain against the dress [01:39] (Molly) It was only then, when it was mandatory under law, that I could accept you truly wished to [01:43] * Molly stretches [01:43] (Molly) I have something I need to do [01:46] * Molly waits til he moves before collecting her papers and the forget-me-nots. [21:18] * @Morgan rolls slightly, sitting up [21:20] * Molly smiles down at him affectionately [21:20] (Molly) You wish to accompany me? [21:20] * @Morgan nods briefly, getting up [21:22] * Molly walks slowly towards the furthest part of the cemetery. They pass by Karstens grave, though Molly doesn't notice [21:25] * @Morgan resists the urge to spit on the grave [21:27] * Molly stops at the far end by a tree. Two roughly dug graves, one long and one much shorter are marked with basic wooden crosses. Besides his own emotions, he feels from her a wave of anger and sadness. [21:28] * @Morgan stares at the graves for a moment [21:28] (@Morgan) I think... I'd like them buried properly [21:29] * Molly turns to him a moment, eyes the blue of the ocean on a cloudy day. She looks serious. [21:30] (Molly) If you do not wish to stay, I will understand. [21:30] * @Morgan looks confused [21:32] * Molly looks away quickly, flushing a little [21:36] (Molly) I... It doesn't matter. I think we should have them properly buried also, and headstones too, even if it just has their names [21:36] * @Morgan watches her [21:36] (@Morgan) it obviously does matter... [21:38] * Molly goes to the little mound, laying some of the forget me nots that have been appearing on the grave of the lost child. She's quiet, her hand lingering on the flowers. [21:39] (Molly) I thought perhaps two such graves might bring back memories that would upset you... [21:39] (@Morgan) Its not easy, I'll admit [21:40] * Molly nods solemnly [21:40] (Molly) Which is why I do not expect you to stay [21:40] * @Morgan nods briefly [21:41] (@Morgan) I'll stay... god knows they weren't acknowledged when they were here, I wont just pass them by [21:41] * Molly swallows hard, biting her lip [21:41] (Molly) They deserved far better [21:42] * @Morgan nods [21:43] (Molly) One day, when he's ready, Varick will need to know the truth [21:44] * Molly looks up at him [21:44] (@Morgan) absolutely [21:45] (Molly) It is only right that we ensure they have been properly taken care of, as befits their role in his life... [21:46] * @Morgan nods [21:47] * Molly stands, walking to Natashas grave. Once more she lays down flowers [21:47] (Molly) Do you think she was ever happy, liebling? [21:47] (@Morgan) for a time, aye [21:49] (@Morgan) though... not much [21:50] (Molly) Not even while her husband was alive? [21:50] * @Morgan shakes his head [21:50] * Molly nods a little. [21:51] (Molly) Hard as things have been, I am very blessed to be as happy as I am now [21:52] * @Morgan nods slightly [21:53] * Molly looks at the cross once more. She's quiet for several minutes before she looks up to him [21:54] (Molly) Would it be appropriate for it to have their names, with beloved mother and beloved sister beneath? [21:55] (@Morgan) I think its possible... noone knew who was buried here [21:56] * Molly nods [21:56] (@Morgan) that reminds me... [21:56] (Molly) Providing it does not sat to whom... [21:57] (Molly) Say* [21:57] (Molly) Yes, liebes herz? [21:57] (@Morgan) The child... she haunts the place and wont rest until she's named... I'm told you know what it should be [21:58] * Molly looks deeply saddened [21:58] (Molly) The poor child... [22:00] * Molly looks at the grave [22:00] (Molly) I am unsure how I would know her name though. Surely Alarice as her mother would be the woman to ask? [22:01] * @Morgan shrugs [22:01] (@Morgan) I'm just repeating what I was told [22:01] * Molly looks thoughtful [22:02] (Molly) In Avalon, it is quite common for daughters to be named after the midwife attending the birth [22:03] * Molly stands, coming to his side [22:05] * @Morgan nods slowly [22:05] (Molly) Perhaps her name is Mae? [22:06] (Molly) **there is the tinkling noise of windchimes, which he's heard twice before [22:06] * @Morgan glances round [22:06] * Molly frowns slightly [22:06] (Molly) **there is nothing to see [22:06] (@Morgan) I think you're right [22:07] (Molly) That is what shall go on her headstone then [22:07] * @Morgan nods [22:07] (@Morgan) Good. [22:07] * Molly smiles a little, though looks a little unsettled [22:07] (@Morgan) something wrong blossom? [22:08] (Molly) The wind chime... [22:08] * @Morgan nods [22:08] (@Morgan) first time you've heard it? [22:08] * Molly frowns again [22:09] (Molly) No... I have heard it before. I heard it during our wedding ceremony... [22:09] * @Morgan nods [22:10] (@Morgan) I heard it when Natasha moved on [22:10] * Molly looks a little nervous [22:10] (Molly) I see. [22:11] (@Morgan) that worries you? [22:11] * Molly nods slightly [22:11] (@Morgan) why? [22:11] (Molly) A little [22:13] (Molly) If it happened when Natasha moved on, and it happened when we have finished this little girl's unfinished business, why on Theah did it happen during the 'objections' part of our wedding? [22:13] * Molly doesn't look at him, obviously tense [22:13] * @Morgan shrugs [22:14] * Molly shrugs a little in return [22:14] (Molly) It is what it is? [22:15] (@Morgan) I have a few possibilities, but no reason to suspect one over another... so its just guesswork.... [22:15] (Molly) Would you be willing to tell me? [22:16] * Molly watches him as if its important [22:16] (@Morgan) Someone giving their blessing, maybe... I dont think it was Dietlinde or Jana crossing over, based on what Natasha told me... [22:18] * Molly nods enthusiastically [22:18] (@Morgan) thats about as sophisticated as it gets I'm afraid [22:18] (Molly) I remember now, you said they cannot impersonate anyone who has ever been a ghost [22:18] * @Morgan nods [22:18] * Molly smiles, a look of relief [22:21] (@Morgan) you had someone in mind? [22:21] * Molly shakes her head, watching him a moment, studying his expression [22:23] * @Morgan is obviously thinking but getting nowhere [22:24] (Molly) No... But in the church that day was not the first time I heard it... *she looks a little wary* shall we walk back? [22:24] * @Morgan looks confused, but turns to walk with her [22:26] * Molly walks along beside him. He notices that all the birds and crickets have resumed their sunny choir [22:28] (Molly) I first heard it that morning I went to see the ruins [22:28] (@Morgan) strange [22:32] (@Morgan) perhaps it was Eisen accepting you [22:32] (Molly) I did not tell you as I thought you might see it as a bad omen [22:33] * Molly is still barefoot as they walk through the warm grass [22:35] (@Morgan) I can understand why you'd think that [22:35] (Molly) You are very superstitious people [22:36] * Molly smiles a little [22:36] (@Morgan) I've no idea what gave you that impression [22:36] * Molly laughs. It lightens the atmosphere around them [22:37] (Molly) Some of it has been quite correct though [22:38] (@Morgan) If you're superstitious about enough, some of it is bound to be accurate [22:39] (Molly) The ring that defies death, two women and a man pouring from a tea pot brings a dog, brooms falling over brings unwelcome guests and then Alarice returned... [22:39] * Molly grins [22:40] (@Morgan) actually... the two women and a man pouring tea... I made that up... it turned out to be correct in this case, but... [22:42] * Molly smiles [22:42] (Molly) Simply to avoid the "two women and one will have a baby within the year" superstition? [22:43] (@Morgan) mostly to show my father that just because someone says it, doesn't mean its true... I suppose that one misfired just a touch [22:44] * Molly nods [22:45] (Molly) Given Alarice's... History, it's best to nip that superstition in the bud before we do something that would make my mother very happy [22:45] * Molly rolls her eyes [22:45] * @Morgan nods [22:46] * Molly wanders back through the old graves, again not seeing the ornate black tombstone of Karsten's burial plot [22:47] (Molly) Although, there is no harm in practising... [22:48] * Molly laughs softly [22:48] * @Morgan laughs [22:48] (@Morgan) quite [22:49] * Molly is quiet for a little while, thinking [22:49] (Molly) Liebes herz? [22:49] (@Morgan) yes? [22:49] * Molly watches him with friendly curiosity [22:50] (Molly) You had planned to bed me but had given no thought how to prevent my becoming with child, yes? [22:51] * @Morgan nods [22:51] (Molly) Did you think that perhaps my illness or subsequent examination rendered such a result unlikely? [22:52] (@Morgan) the examination concerned me, yes... but nothing more [22:52] (Molly) Concerned you...but was not something you were counting upon to prevent such? [22:52] * @Morgan shakes his head [22:53] * Molly looks at him [22:53] (Molly) So you were happy to risk the consequences? [22:54] (@Morgan) I hadn't given it that much thought blossom [22:54] * Molly smiles [22:55] (Molly) I suppose it is more of a concern to women than men really [22:55] (@Morgan) possibly [22:55] (Molly) **they hear a whistling in the distance [22:55] (Molly) Fitzkoertig sounds very odd, you know? [22:56] * Molly smiles [22:56] * @Morgan looks slightly confused [22:57] (Molly) Had I provided you a child as your mistress. Fitz something is the usual surname of an acknowledged bastard [22:58] (@Morgan) It does sound a little strange [22:58] * Molly nods. She looks towards the sound [22:58] (Molly) I suspect we're about to be interrupted as usual [22:59] * @Morgan nods, sighing before looking round [23:01] (Molly) **Ghalen rounds the corner and immediately stops whistling, staring at Molly. Morgan can see why, as barefoot and with loosened hair she still resembles the other-worldly nymph she struck him as on his own entry to the cemetery [22:33] * Molly blushes at his reaction, looking uncomfortable [22:35] * @Morgan looks at Ghalen [22:35] (@Morgan) yes? [22:37] (Molly) G: **he remains staring in idolisation, not hearing Morgan [22:38] * @Morgan frowns [22:38] (@Morgan) Ghalen... [22:41] (Molly) G: *he blinks twice, then looks to Morgan* yes, my Lord? [22:41] (@Morgan) you're staring [22:46] (Molly) G: **he blushes bright red* I apologise, my Lord [22:46] * @Morgan nods briefly [22:50] * @Morgan glances at Molly [22:50] (@Morgan) shall we? [22:52] (Molly) G: I-... **he thinks a minute* I was sent to tell you my father has made arrangements for the villagers to gather to meet you after the service tomorrow, and says he'll be free in about an hour for anything you wish to learn about his job here [22:52] * @Morgan nods [22:52] (@Morgan) thank you [22:54] (Molly) G: **he bows* is there anything I can do or get for you? [22:55] * Molly looks up [22:56] (Molly) Please ask Frau Kinner to prepare water for me to bathe [22:57] (Molly) G: **he blushes even more* at once, my Lady [22:57] (Molly) G:**he looks at Morgan to be dismissed* [22:57] * @Morgan stares at him, making no move [22:58] (Molly) G: **he looks confused* [22:59] * @Morgan speaks quietly [22:59] (@Morgan) you've been given your task... [22:59] (Molly) **he bows, going back to the house* [22:59] * Molly sighs heavily [23:01] (Molly) What on Theah am I going to do about this? [23:02] (@Morgan) work on it... [23:03] (Molly) I do not understand... Work to remove it, or work to control it? [23:03] (@Morgan) control it I suppose [23:04] * Molly puts her shoes back on and repins her hair while they talk [23:06] (Molly) I'm not sure where to start. *she smiles slightly as she twists up her curls* I would need a willing... Victim? Test subject? [23:06] * @Morgan chuckles [23:06] (@Morgan) I dare say you'd get volunteers [23:06] * Molly looks to the ground [23:07] (Molly) Unfortunately so [23:08] (Molly) However, given some of the effects, I could not test it on anyone but you.... I would not want to [23:08] * @Morgan nods [23:11] (Molly) I think perhaps I should stay out of company for the time being [23:12] * @Morgan sighs [23:12] (@Morgan) it might be an idea [23:12] (Molly) For their sake, for my own, for yours [23:13] * @Morgan nods [23:13] (Molly) I cannot imagine it is easy for you [23:13] (@Morgan) not particularly [23:16] * Molly looks at him imploringly, and part of him knows he couldn't refuse her anything when given that look [23:16] (Molly) It really is my fault, not theirs [23:18] * @Morgan shakes his head [23:18] (@Morgan) no blossom... its mine [23:20] * Molly shakes her head, looking stern [23:20] (Molly) Not at all. [23:21] * Molly heads back in to the house [23:22] (Molly) I would have argued to do it even if you had cautioned me otherwise [23:23] * @Morgan nods [23:24] (Molly) So please, liebling, I do not wish you to blame yourself [23:25] * Molly looks at him, pleading almost with her blue eyes [23:26] * @Morgan nods slightly [23:26] (@Morgan) as you wish [23:28] (Molly) I need to write several letters, so I will not see Bauer this afternoon. You need not feel obliged to accompany me if you wish to be elsewhere, liebes herz [23:29] (@Morgan) Nowhere I need to be I dont think [23:30] * Molly smiles playfully [23:31] (Molly) Perhaps I can try to gain control of this issue from the comfort of a hot bath... *her tone send images of beads of water running down her pale creamy skin through his thoughts* [23:32] * @Morgan coughs, blushing [23:34] * Molly tilts her head, intrigued [23:35] (Molly) Would you prefer to wait until afterwards? [23:35] (@Morgan) No, its fine blossom [23:37] * Molly raises an eyebrow, voice lowering, words caressed on pronunciation [23:38] (Molly) I would not wish to make you...uncomfortable *she smiles* [23:38] * @Morgan smirks [23:38] (@Morgan) yes you would [23:39] * Molly laughs, a low sound laced with lust [23:39] (Molly) Only for an hour or so... [23:40] (@Morgan) I suppose I could endure it then [23:42] * Molly nods, heading up to their room [23:43] (Molly) Unfortunately, I may possibly have designs upon making it very hard for you to endure! [23:43] * @Morgan chuckles [23:43] (@Morgan) oh really? [23:43] * Molly nods [23:44] (Molly) However, we really ought to use the time more wisely on solving this issue I have [23:44] * @Morgan nods [23:44] (@Morgan) ay [23:52] * AndroUser2 opens the door a few minutes later to find a huge metal bathtub has been brought in. Within fifteen minutes a trail of servants have filled it with hot water. After much persuading that she doesn't want their help, they finally leave. She starts to undress, deep in thought [23:52] * AndroUser2 opens the door a few minutes later to find a huge metal bathtub has been brought in. Within fifteen minutes a trail of servants have filled it with hot water. After much persuading that she doesn't want their help, they finally leave. She starts to undress, deep in thought [23:55] (AndroUser2) How do people behave when they aren't with me? *she loosens the laces at the back of her dress [23:55] (@Morgan) normally [23:56] * AndroUser2 nods, slipping one shoulder off to reveal the soft cotton shift beneath. He can feel it get more difficult to look away from what she's doing [23:58] (Molly) I suppose that is a good place to start. I need you to tell me if there is any change whilst I move around [23:58] (@Morgan) any change? [23:58] (Molly) To the level of fascination [23:59] * @Morgan nods [23:59] (@Morgan) well, thats already started [23:59] * Molly tries not making eye contact, turning around and making him close his eyes. It remains the same [00:00] (Molly) What has? [00:00] (@Morgan) a change... its already... stronger, lets say [00:01] * Molly looks thoughtful [00:02] (Molly) Proximity, removing my clothes, being in private or because you are paying attention to it are all possibilities [00:02] (@Morgan) I think it was the clothes that set the change [00:04] * Molly nods. She repeats the process with the other shoulder, and again he notices its getting harder to tear his gaze from her [00:04] * @Morgan coughs slightly [00:04] (@Morgan) and again... [00:04] * Molly smiles a little [00:05] (Molly) So much potential. Now I want you to try not to think about noticing any changes. Tell me about the next ship you want [00:05] (Molly) So much potential. Now I want [00:06] * @Morgan thinks [00:09] (@Morgan) as long as the rose, but narrower in the beam... it means it'll have a deeper draught, so it wont be able to go in shallower waters... central mast fixed to the keel, three gun decks, five guns at the rear, four on the bow [00:09] * Molly lowers the dress over the tight white fabric that encases her bosom. Even talking about something else doesn't divert him. He becomes very aware of her every move, every breath [00:10] (@Morgan) No... I dont think thats worked much [00:12] * Molly nods with a sigh. She goes behind the dressing screen to try that. The effect is a little lessened, though part of him strongly desires to go to her and remove the screen so he can continue to watch [00:12] (Molly) Better? [00:13] (@Morgan) a little, but not by much [00:14] (Molly) **theres a rustling as the dress comes off. Suddenly, for a few seconds, the feelings reduce [00:15] (Molly) And now? [00:15] (@Morgan) reduced some [00:16] (Molly) Alright [00:16] (Molly) **they reduce more [00:16] (@Morgan) and some more... [00:17] (Molly) **briefly, he feels normal [00:18] * @Morgan stretches slightly [00:18] (@Morgan) That feels about... normal [00:21] * Molly 's heavy cotton petticoat appears hung over the top of the screen. She steps out from behind the screen in just her shift and corset with a look of surprise. Like falling from a great height, the fascination, adoration and desire slams in to him hard, forcing out his breath. It's even worse than it had been [00:21] * @Morgan coughs [00:21] (@Morgan) well... thats changed that [00:22] * Molly frowns [00:22] (Molly) What happened? [00:22] (@Morgan) you stepped out... [00:22] (Molly) It resumed? [00:23] * @Morgan nods [00:23] (Molly) Verdammt! [00:23] * Molly takes a deep, captivating breath [00:24] (Molly) Are you able to try again? [00:24] * @Morgan nods [00:26] * Molly develops a look of deep concentration, biting her lip in a way that pulls at the muscles deep in his abdomen with desire. It takes a few seconds to realise that that is a normal reaction, not one of the artificial ones, and he feels normal once more [00:27] * @Morgan nods slowly [00:28] (Molly) That works? [00:28] * @Morgan nods [00:28] (@Morgan) just your normal run of the mill lust... [00:29] * Molly blushes, her concentration wavering at his words, and it hits him once more [00:29] * @Morgan blushes [00:36] (Molly) I'm sorry, liebling. It requires great effort and concentration [00:36] (@Morgan) I've no doubt it'll get easier in time [00:37] * Molly nods [00:37] (Molly) I need to get in before the water is cold. Do you dare to undo my corset? [00:37] * Molly grins [00:37] * @Morgan gets up [00:38] (@Morgan) its probably a terrible idea... but we'll give it a go [00:39] * Molly stands with her back to him. The closer he gets, the more he feels drawn to her. Though he knows it's a terrible idea, he stops being able to think of any reasons why [00:40] (Molly) The conventional way, or the way you usually undo it, I wonder [00:41] * @Morgan pauses, waiting for a decision [00:41] * Molly looks at him over her shoulder invitingly [00:42] (Molly) Whichever you would prefer, liebling [00:43] (@Morgan) I dont know its a good idea for me to decide that [00:43] (Molly) No? [00:44] (@Morgan) No... my actions aren't necessarily my own right now [00:45] * Molly nods, and he feels a wave of tension from her [00:45] (Molly) Just undoing the laces then, touch me as little as you have to [00:46] * @Morgan nods, going to work on the laces [00:47] (Molly) **he feels a dizzying mix of lust and anxiety whilst doing it [00:48] (Molly) Whatever you do, do not try to read my mind. [00:49] * @Morgan nods [00:49] (@Morgan) understood [00:49] * Molly 's corset is quickly loose enough for her to undo [00:50] (Molly) I hate that this forces you. [00:50] (@Morgan) just an enhancement of what I normally feel... [[00:51] * Molly unfastens the busks and puts the corset aside. She looks so solemn, so serious that it makes it hard for him not to sweep her up in his arms to make it better [00:53] (Molly) I do not like to take advantage. It makes me sad that I cannot enjoy the good parts of its effect without feeling that I might somehow be wronging you [00:54] * @Morgan nods [00:54] (@Morgan) I understand [00:54] * Molly sighs [00:56] (Molly) I need to know other things about what this can do, but what if I try and something happens that you would never be able to forgive me for? [00:56] * @Morgan nods [00:58] (@Morgan) I can see why you're worried [00:59] * Molly takes off her shift in one smooth movement. Again, compelling and appealing. It's near impossible to look away when she's naked, eyes drawn to her curves [00:59] (Molly) I have an idea. [00:59] (@Morgan) oh? [01:01] * Molly climbs into the water, sinking low. The noise she makes is part sigh, part moan but fully erotic. She closes her eyes [01:02] (Molly) I'll focus on dampening down the effect, and you can tell me whilst feeling normal what is and isn't consented to? [01:03] (@Morgan) I dont entirely understand [01:04] * Molly bites her lower lip, still not opening her eyes [01:05] (Molly) I do not wish to compell you to make love to me when it is against your will. [01:05] (@Morgan) I see [01:06] (Molly) I'm sorry, there was no less blunt way to explain [01:08] * Molly looks at him, folding her arms across her breasts. Her eyes are like dark pools, dark blue. [01:10] (Molly) This is why I hate this so much. If it doesn't go away, I will have to second guess every encounter for the rest of my life... [01:12] * @Morgan nods [01:12] (@Morgan) I think with practice it'll become easier... [01:12] * Molly draws her knees up, wrapping her arms around them. [01:13] (Molly) I hope so. Lets try again? [01:13] (@Morgan) aye [01:15] * Molly focuses off in to the distance. Within a few seconds, his emotions become his own again, now just his wife bathing rather than a creature of perfection and fantasy [01:22] (@Morgan) as I've said before, blossom, in my case its more a strengthening of whats already there... [01:23] * Molly speaks slowly, still concentrating [01:23] (Molly) So you are not afraid? [01:24] (@Morgan) No... just try to avoid doing it at inopportune moments... [01:24] (Molly) I was more referring to now [01:25] (@Morgan) I dont understand... [01:26] (Molly) This experimentation... If it progresses far enough, I do not wish you to feel like you had no choice and I raped you *she sighs heavily* [01:28] (@Morgan) I wouldn't worry about that blossom [01:29] (Molly) Can you honestly tell me, were it you with this effect, you wouldn't worry the same? [01:30] (@Morgan) absolutely I would [01:30] * Molly smiles a little [01:31] (Molly) Perhaps we can simplify this [01:35] * Molly looks to him, the focus remaining [01:37] (Molly) *she blushes a little* do you, with no outside influence, desire to make love to me? [01:37] (@Morgan) well, let me think about that [01:38] * Molly frowns a little [01:39] (Molly) I'm sorry. Take your time, of course. [01:41] * @Morgan laughs [01:41] (@Morgan) dont be daft, blossom [01:41] * Molly smiles slightly [01:42] (Molly) I really cannot process anything other than straightforward statements when concentrating this hard [01:42] (@Morgan) sorry blossom... of course I do [01:43] * Molly blushes, smiling [01:43] (Molly) I don't need to be anxious of how you'll feel afterwards then? [01:44] * @Morgan shakes his head [01:44] (@Morgan) no blossom [01:44] (Molly) Good. Alright, I'll have to stop now [01:45] * @Morgan nods [01:47] * Molly relaxes, exhaling. The force of the effect is dizzying, and seems worse the longer it's been supressed. He is extremely aware of her breathing, the pulse in her throat, every flicker of emotion on her face, and the shimmer of water on her bare skin [01:48] (Molly) Are you alright? [01:48] * @Morgan clears his throat, breathing a little harder [01:49] (@Morgan) aye, blossom [01:50] * Molly watches him, eyes soft, a little smile [01:50] (Molly) I ought, for the sake of fairness, to point out that it's rather frustrating for me also [01:51] * @Morgan nods [01:52] (Molly) Though I know your reactions are from the manipulation, they affect me strongly nonetheless [[01:54] * Molly soaks a red flannel in the water, then wrings it out [01:56] (Molly) Can you think of anything you'd usually lie to me about? [01:57] * @Morgan looks confused [01:57] (Molly) I wondered if this can be used to make someone be truthful [01:58] (@Morgan) I cant say I lie to you blossom... [02:02] (Molly) I thought it might be a challenge... What about how you felt at the monastery with my hand in kais **he feels that flicker of jealousy again* you are usually quite vague about how you felt. Maybe you could tell me everything you felt? *she looks at him, and it feels as if she is looking beneath his skin. Whatever reasons he may have had seem trivial, he just feels an overwhelming desire to please her* [02:03] * @Morgan frowns briefly [02:03] (@Morgan) I wanted to do him harm [02:03] (@Morgan) I wanted to do him harm [02:03] (Molly) And me? [02:03] (Molly) And me? [02:04] (@Morgan) what about you? [02:04] (@Morgan) what about you? [02:04] (Molly) Were you angry? Did you feel betrayed? [02:04] (Molly) Were you angry? Did you feel betrayed? [02:04] (@Morgan) I felt... jealous [02:04] (@Morgan) I felt... jealous [02:05] (Molly) Because I was yours? [02:05] (Molly) Because I was yours? [02:05] * @Morgan nods briefly [02:05] * @Morgan nods briefly [02:06] * Molly tries to suppress it but can't help the smile [02:06] * Molly tries to suppress it but can't help the smile [02:06] (Molly) Even though you weren't sure you wanted me to be yours? [02:06] (Molly) Even though you weren't sure you wanted me to be yours? [02:07] (@Morgan) I knew, I think... I just couldn't admit it yet [02:07] (@Morgan) I knew, I think... I just couldn't admit it yet [02:07] (Molly) Did you have a similar jealousy with Curtis? [02:07] (Molly) Did you have a similar jealousy with Curtis? [02:08] * @Morgan thinks [02:08] * @Morgan thinks [02:08] (@Morgan) a little I suppose [02:08] (@Morgan) a little I suppose [02:08] (Molly) That I was yours? [02:08] (Molly) That I was yours? [02:09] (@Morgan) No... [02:09] (@Morgan) No... [02:10] * Molly nods, looking away. That intense desire to please lessens [02:10] * Molly nods, looking away. That intense desire to please lessens [02:10] (Molly) Would you have told me so much usually? [02:10] (Molly) Would you have told me so much usually? [02:11] (@Morgan) No, I dont think so [02:11] (@Morgan) No, I dont think so [02:11] * Molly smiles [02:11] * Molly smiles [02:11] (Molly) I wonder why [02:11] (Molly) I wonder why [02:13] * @Morgan shrugs [02:13] * @Morgan shrugs [02:13] (@Morgan) I dont like to show my vulnerabilities I suppose [02:13] (@Morgan) I dont like to show my vulnerabilities I suppoe [02:14] * Molly nods [02:14] * Molly nods [02:15] (Molly) You were correct though. In my heart I was most definitely yours then [02:15] (Molly) You were correct though. In my heart I was most definitely yours then [02:17] * Molly watches his reaction [02:17] * Molly watches his reaction [02:17] * @Morgan looks surprised [02:17] * @Morgan looks surprised [02:17] (@Morgan) really? [02:17] (@Morgan) really? [02:17] * Molly nods [02:17] * Molly nods [02:18] (Molly) That was about an hour before I realised I'd fallen in love with you [02:18] (Molly) That was about an hour before I realised I'd fallen in love with you [02:18] (@Morgan) thats a surprise [02:18] (@Morgan) thats a surprise [02:19] (Molly) Is it? I thought I had told you. That was why I went to confess. [02:19] (Molly) Is it? I thought I had told you. That was why I went to confess. [02:20] (@Morgan) ah yes... I recall... it still surprises me, though [02:20] (@Morgan) ah yes... I recall... it still surprises me, though [02:21] * Molly pinches her lower lip, reminding him vividly of their first kisses [02:21] * Molly pinches her lower lip, reminding him vividly of their first kisses [02:21] (Molly) I think it was probably before then that it changed from infatuation to love though [02:21] (Molly) I think it was probably before then that it changed from infatuation to love though [02:23] * Molly smiles [02:23] * Molly smiles [02:24] (Molly) If I can push you, an experienced secret keeper to reveal himself, I think it is safe to say it works [02:24] (Molly) If I can push you, an experienced secret keeper to reveal himself, I think it is safe to say it works [02:24] * @Morgan nods [02:24] * @Morgan nods [02:25] (Molly) I wonder what else it can do. [02:25] (Molly) I wonder what else it can do. [02:26] * Molly slowly washes her neck and shoulders. It's impossible to tell whether the lingering sensual strokes are for his benefit or her own [02:26] * Molly slowly washes her neck and shoulders. It's impossible to tell whether the lingering sensual strokes are for his benefit or her own [02:27] (Molly) Could I command you to do things? [02:27] (Molly) Could I command you to do things? [02:28] * @Morgan shrugs [02:28] * @Morgan shrugs [02:29] * Molly washes her arms, leaving her skin sparkling in the afternoon sunlight that graces the room [02:29] * Molly washes her arms, leaving her skin sparkling in the afternoon sunlight that graces the room [02:29] (Molly) Could I try? [02:29] (Molly) Could I try? [02:30] (@Morgan) you want me to try to resist? [02:30] (@Morgan) you want me to try to resist? [02:30] (Molly) Yes [02:30] (Molly) Yes [02:31] * @Morgan nods [02:31] * @Morgan nods [02:32] (Molly) **he gets the accidental image of his wrists bound to bed posts. The look on her face is as surprised as his own as her thoughts bleed through [02:32] (Molly) **he gets the accidental image of his wrists bound to bed posts. The look on her face is as surprised as his own as her thoughts bleed through [02:32] (Molly) Oh! [02:32] (Molly) Oh! [02:32] * @Morgan blushes [02:32] * @Morgan blushes [02:32] * Molly giggles [02:32] * Molly giggles [02:33] (Molly) That was not what I meant! [02:33] (Molly) That was not what I meant! [02:33] * @Morgan shrugs [02:33] * @Morgan shrugs [02:33] (@Morgan) we can discuss _that_ at a later point [02:33] (@Morgan) we can discuss _that_ at a later point [02:34] * Molly blushes hard. She speaks quietly [02:34] * Molly blushes hard. She speaks quietly [02:34] (Molly) You promise? [02:34] (Molly) You promise? [02:35] * @Morgan nods [02:35] * @Morgan nods [02:35] * Molly tries not to get distracted, and looks at him with a slight nod [02:35] * Molly tries not to get distracted, and looks at him with a slight nod [02:36] (Molly) Leave the room. **he wants to, feels like he should, but barely manages to keep control* [02:36] (Molly) Leave the room. **he wants to, feels like he should, but barely manages to keep control [02:37] * @Morgan stays put [02:37] * @Morgan stays put [02:37] * Molly frowns [02:37] * Molly frowns [02:37] (Molly) No? [02:37] (Molly) No? [02:37] (@Morgan) No [02:37] (@Morgan) No [02:37] * @Morgan smirks [02:37] * @Morgan smirks [02:37] (@Morgan) just abouts [02:37] (@Morgan) just abouts [02:37] * Molly grins [02:37] * Molly grins [02:38] (Molly) Another good thing about this disaster then [02:38] (Molly) Another good thing about this disaster then [02:41] * Molly runs the cloth down the swell of her breast and beneath the water level which shields her slightly to just above her nipples. He feels the fascinatiion and lust crank up a notch, though it's hard to tell if it's a natural or false reaction [02:41] * Molly runs the cloth down the swell of her breast and beneath the water level which shields her slightly to just above her nipples. He feels the fascinatiion and lust crank up a notch, though it's hard to tell if it's a natural or false reaction [02:41] * @Morgan watches carefully [02:41] * @Morgan watches carefully [02:45] (Molly) What else... Oh yes. *lifting her leg from the water, she washes it whilst watching him. Leaning back against the back of the bath with a soft sigh, her expression becomes inviting, eyes full of desire, full lips parting as if in anticipation. The increase this time is more pronounced, a wave of awareness [02:45] (Molly) What else... Oh yes. *lifting her leg from the water, she washes it whilst watching him. Leaning back against the back of the bath with a soft sigh, her expression becomes inviting, eyes full of desire, full lips parting as if in anticipation. The increase this time is more pronounced, a wave of awareness [02:49] * @Morgan licks his lips, watching [02:49] * @Morgan licks his lips, watching [02:51] (@Morgan) I'd say thats working fairly well [02:51] (@Morgan) I'd say thats working fairly well [02:51] * Molly does the other leg, nodding. Her voice is lower, softer. [02:51] * Molly does the other leg, nodding. Her voice is lower, softer. [02:52] (Molly) I wanted to see whether the fascination can be increased... [02:52] (Molly) I wanted to see whether the fascination can be increased... [02:53] (@Morgan) I'd say so [02:53] (@Morgan) I'd say so [02:54] (Molly) To make it a fair test, I'll make several attempts [02:54] (Molly) To make it a fair test, I'll make several attempts [02:54] * @Morgan nods [02:54] * @Morgan nods [02:56] * Molly takes both hands from the water, placing them on the sides of the bath. She continues to watch him, eyes locked to his and he feels the captivation and desire spiral higher and higher [02:56] * Molly takes both hands from the water, placing them on the sides of the bath. She continues to watch him, eyes locked to his and he feels the captivation and desire spiral higher and higher [02:57] (Molly) It works when I do nothing with my hands? [02:57] (Molly) It works when I do nothing with my hands? [02:57] * @Morgan nods [02:57] * @Morgan nods [02:57] (@Morgan) absolutely [02:57] (@Morgan) absolutely [02:59] * Molly takes a focusing breath and he feels the sensations drop to where they naturally would be play such games with her [02:59] * Molly takes a focusing breath and he feels the sensations drop to where they naturally would be play such games with her [02:59] (Molly) Playing** [02:59] (Molly) Playing** [03:00] (@Morgan) thats lowered some... [03:00] (@Morgan) thats lowered some... [03:00] (Molly) And with no manipulation? How do you feel? [03:00] (Molly) And with no manipulation? How do you feel? [03:00] (@Morgan) normal... [03:00] (@Morgan) normal... [03:01] (Molly) Is it disappointing? [03:01] (Molly) Is it disappointing? [03:01] (@Morgan) Not exactly [03:01] (@Morgan) Not exactly [03:02] * Molly looks confused [03:02] * Molly looks confused [03:02] (Molly) I don't understand [03:02] (Molly) I don't understand [03:03] (@Morgan) its hard to explain... I feel less compelled, but no less desireful [03:03] (@Morgan) its hard to explain... I feel less compelled, but no less desireful [03:03] * Molly blushes but smiles [03:03] * Molly blushes but smiles [03:04] (Molly) I like that. I prefer you to want me without help. [03:04] (Molly) I like that. I prefer you to want me without help. [03:05] * @Morgan nods [03:05] * @Morgan nods [03:05] (@Morgan) always [03:05] (@Morgan) always [03:08] * Molly remains concentrating on the suppression. Slowly she runs her finger from her lower lip over her chin, down her neck and in to the hollow of her collar bone. Even without any false looks from the effect, he can tell from her expression that she matches his desire with her own [03:08] * Molly remains concentrating on the suppression. Slowly she runs her finger from her lower lip over her chin, down her neck and in to the hollow of her collar bone. Even without any false looks from the effect, he can tell from her expression that she matches his desire with her own [03:08] (Molly) Good. I hope you feel so every day for the rest of your life... [03:08] (Molly) Good. I hope you feel so every day for the rest of your life... [03:11] (@Morgan) I dont doubt I will [03:11] (@Morgan) I dont doubt I will [03:13] * Molly watches him, her touch trailing down the wet skin of the crevice between her breasts til her hand disappears beneath the water, becoming hazily obscured [03:13] * Molly watches him, her touch trailing down the wet skin of the crevice between her breasts til her hand disappears beneath the water, becoming hazily obscured [03:13] (Molly) I know it will be the same for me about you [03:13] (Molly) I know it will be the same for me about you [03:15] (@Morgan) I'm glad to hear it [03:15] (@Morgan) I'm glad to hear it [03:18] * Molly just nods. She runs her right hand over, cupping her left breast. Her thumb flicks over the tightened bud in the centre with a soft sigh. There is a hint of nervousness there as if unsure how he'll react [22:18] (Molly) The next step would be to see what happens when I stop trying to prevent it [22:18] ** New query from Morgan (Available on submenu 'Windows') [22:18] (@Morgan) and me? [22:21] * Molly crosses her arms across her chest, gently squeezing both breasts. With a thoughtful smile, her pupils dilate further [22:21] (Molly) And you what, liebes herz? [22:21] (@Morgan) what am I to do? Fight it? [22:22] * Molly watches him speculatively [22:23] (Molly) What would you like to do, liebling? [22:23] * @Morgan shrugs slightly [22:24] * Molly smiles a little [22:25] (Molly) Don't try to fight it, I need to know what would happen if the suppression was being used on others then suddenly stopped [22:25] * @Morgan nods [22:27] (@Morgan) makes sense [22:27] * Molly keeps her hands where they are. He feels a sudden strong rush of fascination and desire, worse than before. It takes a great deal of willpower to remain seated [22:28] (Molly) It is done [22:29] * @Morgan nods [22:31] * Molly watches him. Every movement and glance compels him to keep watching [22:31] (Molly) How does it feel? [22:31] (@Morgan) all encompassing is probably the best way to describe it [22:31] * Molly nods [22:32] (Molly) Has it changed? [22:33] * @Morgan nods [22:33] (@Morgan) definitely [22:38] * Molly removes her left hand, and brings it to her mouth. She strokes across her lower lip with the tip of her index finger. It warms his blood, and images of his fingers, his tongue and his teeth doing the same come to mind [22:39] (Molly) How so? [22:39] (@Morgan) its hard to describe [22:40] (Molly) Is it more or less intense? More or less easy to ignore? [22:41] (@Morgan) much more intense, harder to ignore... but its sort of... *he frowns, obviously frustrated* [22:43] * Molly watches him, pinching her lower lip, the tell that always gave away that she was thinking of kissing him [22:44] (Molly) Would it help if you could think clearly? [22:44] * @Morgan shakes his head [22:47] (Molly) It is hard to explain because you cannot find the words, or is it because it embarrasses you to discuss it? [22:47] (@Morgan) Its like... a warm cloak on a cold night... does that make sense? [22:49] * Molly rests her head back though keeps looking at him. It elongates her pale neck, and he remembers the feel and taste of that skin beneath his mouth whilst pinning her to the door of this very room [22:50] (Molly) Pleasant, welcoming? [22:50] * @Morgan nods [22:51] (Molly) Interesting... *she watches him still, looking a little indecisive [22:52] (Molly) Well we know now that it can be restrained although it increases after doing so [22:52] * @Morgan nods [22:53] (Molly) And that it can be used to call you to me, to command actions of you that are hard to resist and to force truthfulness [22:53] * @Morgan nods again [22:55] (Molly) How does it feel? Does it feel like a forced manipulation, as if you are controlled? [22:56] (@Morgan) Not... really... its more a compulsion to do what you want me to, you know? [22:56] * Molly looks thoughtful [22:56] (Molly) I think I understand [22:57] * Molly picks up the washcloth again [22:58] (Molly) We probably need to know what happens if physical contact is made... [22:58] * @Morgan nods [22:59] (Molly) Watching Ghalen just after he handed me the cup, he seemed to have briefly gained an unusual confidence [22:59] * @Morgan nods [22:59] (@Morgan) a swagger, if you will [23:00] * Molly nods. She continues to wash, though he notices her watching him now and then [23:00] (Molly) I agree [23:04] * Molly bites her lower lip somewhat anxiously. The look in her eyes is a mix of innocence and sensuality. Once more she runs the flannel down between her breasts and then beneath the water, pulse flickering fast at her throat to match her racing heart. [23:06] * Molly doesn't speak, just watching his reaction [23:06] * @Morgan flushes [23:08] * Molly smiles a little. From his vantage point, it's hard to see what she's doing, but the tiny gasp of pleasure is a hint that she washes the most intimate part of her body [23:09] * @Morgan moans slightly, before flushing harder [23:14] * Molly 's eyes widen a little, blushing to match his. Slowly the hesitancy in her expression begins to lessen. She rests back a little more, which lifts her breasts from the warm water, nipples pebbled by arousal. He sees the small movements of her right arm as she continues to gently work the cloth between her thighs [23:17] (Molly) *her voice is quiet, rougher than usual* liebes herz? [23:17] * @Morgan clears his throat [23:17] (@Morgan) yes? [23:19] * Molly looks up at him shyly. In contrast with her provocative actions, this expression is sweet, appealing in its innocent curiosity. [23:19] (Molly) You neednt sit so far away unless you wish to [23:21] * @Morgan nods, dragging the chair closer [23:24] * Molly smiles, reassured by his actions. She resumes her ministrations, keeping her eyes on his as her brows draw together and her lips part with pleasure, a quiet moan escaping her. [23:25] * @Morgan 's brow furrows briefly, pupils dilating rapidly [23:28] * Molly whimpers at his reaction. Beneath the water he can see the red fabric pressed tightly between her legs, and the gentle ripples of water lapping against her skin as she uses the cloth to touch herself [23:29] * @Morgan fidgets in teh seat [23:31] * Molly smiles softly [23:31] (Molly) I fear I'm getting distracted from the task at hand [23:31] * @Morgan nods [23:31] (@Morgan) I think maybe you're right [23:32] * Molly watches him, eyes intense [23:34] (Molly) I've been thinking, since we discussed it last night. You're right that I shouldn't feel guilty. *she looks a little unsure of herself* I...I'd like to share it with you... If you'd like? [23:34] * @Morgan nods [23:35] * Molly smiles [23:37] (Molly) Perhaps even as the montaigne courtesans do, if I find the courage **he remembers an evening in Sudlachenburg where she straddled his lap and played with her breasts to tease him, remarking on the montaigne tricks going a step further* [23:39] * @Morgan smiles [23:39] (@Morgan) if you wish [23:41] * Molly nods [23:41] (Molly) I think so [23:42] * Molly removes her hand. She takes a deep breath [23:43] (Molly) Would you prefer to explore the effect and physical contact once I am dried and dressed? [23:43] * @Morgan shrugs [23:43] (@Morgan) I'll leave that decision to you blossom [23:44] (Molly) You have no opinion? *she looks curious* [23:45] (@Morgan) Given that I'm rather amorous at the moment, my choice may be coloured by that... [23:45] * Molly smiles playfully [23:46] (Molly) And you do not think my judgment clouded also? [23:46] (@Morgan) probably [23:46] * Molly nods her head [23:48] (Molly) Though I am not the target of this effect, watching your reactions is most stimulating [23:49] * @Morgan nods [23:49] * Molly reaches her hand out to him [23:50] * @Morgan entwines his fingers with hers [23:52] (Molly) **it feels exhilarating, exciting. His fingers tingle, sending shivers through him. He feels relaxed, somehow grounded, as if he belongs [23:53] * Molly smiles at him [23:54] (Molly) As you haven't lifted me from the bath and thrown me on the bed to have your way with me, I can only conclude that it doesn't have the same effect! [23:55] * @Morgan frowns slightly [23:56] (@Morgan) Its... I feel... _right_ [23:56] * Molly laughs softly [23:56] (Molly) Is that so bad? [23:56] (@Morgan) No, of course not [23:57] * Molly squeezes his hand [23:58] (Molly) Exactly how do you feel right? I have an idea [23:59] (@Morgan) just more... relaxed... more comfortable in myself [23:59] * Molly nods [23:59] (Molly) You do not always feel so? [23:59] (@Morgan) not so much [00:03] (Molly) Yes I think that makes sense. It as if it gives you something you need, almost fixing a problem [00:03] * @Morgan nods [00:03] (@Morgan) yes, exactly [00:03] * Molly laughs [00:04] (Molly) My father would become less obstinate [00:04] * @Morgan chuckles [00:05] (Molly) Yours would become more measured, more cautious? [00:05] (@Morgan) that'd make sense I suppose [00:06] * Molly frowns slightly [00:06] (Molly) I wonder what it would do to me [00:07] * @Morgan looks confused [00:07] (Molly) **he hears the faint whisper of her thoughts "because the ice got him" [00:08] (Molly) It gives people what they need. What would it give me? [00:09] (Molly) ((tell me if he tries to read her)) [00:09] (@Morgan) how could you give it to yourself? [00:11] (Molly) I can't, I was simply wondering what it is that I'm missing [00:12] (@Morgan) I still haven't figured out what that means, incidentally [00:12] * Molly smiles a little [00:13] (Molly) What what means? [00:13] (@Morgan) because the ice got him [00:13] * Molly blushes a little [00:14] (Molly) It's not something I want to spoil our afternoon by explaining really [00:14] * @Morgan nods [00:14] (@Morgan) as you wish [00:15] (Molly) Thank you. Are you ready to try something new? [00:15] * @Morgan nods [00:16] * Molly watches him. The fascination disappears, the desire returns to his own current natural level, but the feeling of belonging remains just as strong [00:17] (Molly) What do you feel? [00:17] (@Morgan) I feel like... the compulsion and desire have lessened, but not the rest [00:18] * Molly removes her hand from his. Now he feels completely himself [00:18] * @Morgan nods [00:18] (@Morgan) totally normal [00:18] * Molly smiles [00:19] (Molly) Good. They can work independently. [00:19] * Molly offers her hand again [00:19] * @Morgan takes it [00:21] (Molly) **the belonging returns. After a few seconds, the fascination and desire return, stronger once more. Molly looks surprised, breath catching in her throat [00:22] (Molly) Oh dear lord... [00:22] * @Morgan clears his throat [00:23] * Molly blinks slowly. Her words are slightly breathy [00:24] (Molly) This is how you've been feeling? [00:24] * @Morgan nods [00:25] (Molly) I'm so sorry. [00:25] * @Morgan shrugs [00:25] (@Morgan) its not all bad [00:25] * Molly fidgets a little, making waves of the surface [00:26] (Molly) Apart from the feeling that you're far too warm and wound like a spring? [00:27] * Molly laughs [00:28] * @Morgan chuckles [00:28] (@Morgan) aye [00:28] * Molly exhales slowly [00:29] (Molly) So now we can guess that physical contact when the effect kicks back in will draw me in to the desire [00:29] (@Morgan) sounds a reasonble assumption [00:30] * Molly still keeps hold of his hand [00:31] (Molly) There is one more thing we need to try, and I think it'll be the worst of them all [00:31] (@Morgan) oh? [00:32] (Molly) I need you to read my mind [00:32] (@Morgan) this should be... interesting [00:33] (Molly) Would it be better without several buckets worth of water that could get spilled [00:33] (@Morgan) probably a better idea [00:35] * Molly lets go, and a little relief dances over her expression. She carefully climbs out. The water runs down her skin. She wraps a large towel around her [00:35] (Molly) It eases when I do not touch you [00:35] * @Morgan nods [00:36] * Molly goes to stand in front of him. Taking his hands, he feels that exhilarating sense of self return [00:37] (Molly) Alright, I think I'm ready [00:38] * @Morgan nods briefly before trying to read what she's thinking [00:43] (Molly) **the effect is pronounced and shocking. Like a bright circle of energy, he feels his own desire, she feels his which increases her own, which he feels, his desire adding to it. Like a breathtaking spiral, their arousal increases from each others, continually intensifying until neither is aware of anything other than the other's expression, breathing, scent, proximity. Her thoughts run riot, fingers, hands and mouths exploring, taking and giving in turn in a frenzy of passion [00:48] (Molly) In a frenzy of passion. She breathes hard, enthralled by him. Her hands ball into fists at her sides, fighting hard with her desires. It is a struggle that he feels also. He can think of no good reasons not to, and this makes the fight even tougher. [00:50] (Molly) I _should_ ask you to stop... [00:53] * @Morgan nods [00:54] (Molly) ...but I really do not wish to [00:54] * @Morgan shakes his head, breathless [00:57] * Molly watches him, breathing fast, wide pupils taking in his every move. Her fists tighten again, swallowing hard as she feels her control slowly slipping away. She wets her lower lip slightly with the tip of her tongue before forcing herself to exhale slowly, trying to manage the sensations [00:58] (Molly) I just _want_. I cannot explain exactly what it is, because I just want everything. I _want_ you. [00:58] * @Morgan nods [00:59] (@Morgan) that about sums it up [01:02] * Molly nods, almost shaking with the force of her desire for him. Each breath is now blown out through slightly parted lips [01:02] (Molly) Do you want me to make you stop? [01:02] (@Morgan) I think thats an unfair question right now, dont you? [01:05] * Molly nods a little. She closes her eyes briefly. He can hear in her thoughts her warring with herself, a battle to not touch him [01:06] (Molly) I know that I should have good reasons not to just relax and.enjoy you, but none seem valid [01:07] * @Morgan nods slowly [01:08] (Molly) Do you feel the same? [01:08] * @Morgan nods [01:08] (@Morgan) absolutely [01:10] * Molly bites her lip, and places both hands on the front of his shirt. This simple touch only weakens his resolve further, as does the look in her eyes as she moves in closer [01:12] * Molly speaks softly, lingering on each sound. The world feels like it has shrunk down until it's just the two of them, here and now [01:13] (Molly) Do you want me, liebes herz? [01:13] * @Morgan barely manages a whisper [01:13] (@Morgan) yes [01:15] * Molly grabs the fabric hard, pulling him to her roughly as she rises up to crush her mouth to his, each movement frantic, desperate [01:16] * @Morgan matches her movements [01:19] * Molly kisses him deeply, far rougher than she's kissed him before, thrusting her tongue into his mouth, challenging him, encouraging him to join her in the crazy melee of roaming hands and rising desire as she tugs his shirt from his waistband [01:26] * @Morgan keeps tempo with her, pulling the towel away [01:29] * Molly pulls the shirt hard, ripping off the buttons. Much as he'd normally object, he just cannot find enough interest for anything but making love to her to object. She makes low, soft noises of pleasure [01:30] * @Morgan starts maneuvering her towards the bed [01:35] * Molly throws off the ripped shirt, one hand roving over his body almost possessively whilst the other drags him by the waistband with her until her calves hit the bed. She lays back watching him with lazy eyes full of lust. She boldly caresses her breasts, rolling her nipples between thumb and finger whilst moaning quietly [01:37] (Molly) I need you, liebes herz.... [01:38] * @Morgan lowers hios head to her breast, biting her nipple gently [01:40] * Molly wriggles herself against him, pushing down against his imprisoned erection [01:41] (Molly) You need not be gentle, my love [01:42] * @Morgan grunts, biting her harder, pulling his head away slightly while his teeth are still clamped upon her nipple [01:45] * Molly arches to him, crying out as she feels a deep tightening at her core, rapidly building. She barely manages to get the word out whilst fumbling with the buttons of his trousers [01:46] (Molly) Harder [01:46] * @Morgan repeats the actions, harder, bringing a hand up to maul the other breast [01:48] * Molly arches again, panting as the mixture of pleasure and pain courses burningly within her body [01:48] (Molly) Oh god yes [01:50] * Molly manages to undo the waistband enough to push the slackened fabric down over his legs with her feet. Her fingers wrap firmly around the hot thickness of his manhood [01:51] * @Morgan moans, teeth vibrating against her nipple [01:53] * Molly slides her hand up his length, feeling the soft skin covering the solidness of his arousal. She meets his eyes [01:54] (Molly) Please don't make me wait, liebes herz, I need to feel you inside me [01:55] * @Morgan raises up some, placing his hardness against her, lifting his head [01:55] (@Morgan) as you wish [01:57] * Molly watches with anticipation, spread beneath him, breathing hard [01:57] * @Morgan drops his weight onto her, piercing her as he falls [02:00] * Molly moans with pleasure, feeling the blissful stretching of his entry. Writhing beneath him, she pushes on to him, moaning with each movement [02:01] * @Morgan takes up a rhythm, thrusting hard each time [02:03] (Molly) **this intimate connection massively increases all the effects upon him. It feels captivating, achingly arousing and utterly perfect in establishing exactly who he is and where he belongs. It all feels just right. [02:06] * Molly 's noises rapidly become almost constant, her hands all over him. Within a few thrusts she's moaning loudly in ecstasy as his movements push her over the edge [02:06] * @Morgan groans and redoubles his efforts [02:08] * Molly looks shocked as another orgasm rips powerfully through her tensing body. At the depths of her, muscles clench around him, tightening her hold of him [02:11] * @Morgan keeps an unrelenting assault on her, feeling his own surrender building quickly [02:13] * Molly watches him as she tilts her hips to ensure he's as deep as possible, wrapping her legs around him and feeling the powerful muscles of his body taking her to oblivion once more [02:16] * @Morgan changes his rhythm slightly, slowing a little but each thrust savage, as deep as he can make it, breathing erratic as his body prepares to give in to the sensations [02:19] * Molly 's breathing matches his, again flaring with passion as her muscles tense and overwhelming sensation claims her again, arching up as she cries out his name [02:22] * @Morgan thrusts into her, rhythm breaking as his own orgasm crashes over him [02:26] * Molly cradles him in her body, and puts a hand to his cheek. There's something in her expression, but he's too wrapped up in the moment to notice it. What he does notice is that although he has achieved release, neither his hardness or desire is diminished [02:28] * @Morgan breathes heavily onto her skin [02:29] * Molly looks confused [02:29] * @Morgan levers himself up to look at her [02:29] (@Morgan) blossom? [02:29] * Molly blushes [02:30] (Molly) You're ummm... Still hard [02:30] * @Morgan nods slowly [02:30] * Molly bites her lip [02:31] (Molly) Did I do something wrong? [02:31] (@Morgan) Not at all, why? [02:32] (Molly) That doesn't usually happen [02:32] (@Morgan) No... it doesn't... [02:33] * Molly watches him intensely though slightly warily [02:34] (Molly) Has it ever happened before? [02:34] * @Morgan shakes his head [02:35] * Molly nods, looking a little relieved. She then smiles [02:36] (Molly) Perhaps we should give it a second try [02:36] * @Morgan smirks [02:36] (@Morgan) oh? [02:37] * Molly giggles [02:37] (Molly) Or however many times it takes [02:38] (@Morgan) until...? [02:39] * Molly reaches down, guiding him back into her [02:40] (Molly) Until everything goes back to normal, you can't bear any more or we get summoned for dinner? [02:41] * Molly grins [02:42] * @Morgan nods [02:46] (Molly) **they start again, more tender this time, and though filled with desire, their love-making is slower, focused entirely on pleasing each other. As the pleasure builds, so does the sense of belonging, and the feeling of their energies as if a palpable thing. Maintaining eye contact, their orgasms are perfectly timed. ((mtf)) [02:50] (Molly) For a few seconds he feels as if they're somehow halves of the same whole, and he can feel a huge surge in energy which seems to explode into bright shards in his mind. Slowly, they both come down from the intensity of this, laying together, breathing hard. It's then that he notices all the effects are gone, even though they are still touching [02:51] * Molly has her eyes closed, deeply relaxed [02:52] * @Morgan breathes slowly, deeply [02:54] * Molly rolls to her slide, boldly snuggling up to him, somehow less cautious [02:54] (Molly) Earlier, you said that the only condition was that I knew you loved me... [02:55] * @Morgan nods [02:56] (Molly) I did not say it in return at the time. But I do. I love you so very deeply. [02:57] * @Morgan nods again [02:57] (@Morgan) thank you blossom [02:57] * Molly looks confused [02:57] (Molly) Why would you thank me?