Jan 07 22:10:20 * Morgan mutters to himself before walking towards the rose Jan 07 22:13:10 **His crew are milling about, very little to do. They stand to attention when he boards Jan 07 22:13:46 * Morgan nods at them Jan 07 22:13:47 gentlemen Jan 07 22:17:17 **They all salute** Jan 07 22:19:29 anything unusual happening? Jan 07 22:22:18 **one man speaks Jan 07 22:22:35 No, sir Jan 07 22:23:11 * Morgan nods Jan 07 22:23:18 You saw the explosion? Jan 07 22:25:07 **he nods** yes, sir Jan 07 22:25:53 It was sabotage, lets keep our eyes open gentlemen, I don't want the Rose suffering the same Jan 07 22:28:55 All: Yes, Sir! Jan 07 22:30:08 * Morgan nods before heading below deck Jan 07 22:32:42 **when he gets to his room, the door is guarded. The black and white cat stands boldly, tail flicking, staring intently at Morgan Jan 07 22:33:13 * Morgan smiles briefly at the cat Jan 07 22:33:22 at ease Jan 07 22:37:39 **his stance doesnt change Jan 07 22:39:28 * Morgan moves towards the door Jan 07 22:41:20 **the cat's fur stands on end and he growls Jan 07 22:41:51 behave yourself, this is my ship Jan 07 22:45:11 **he continues Jan 07 22:47:32 * Morgan reaches over and taps on the door Jan 07 22:48:48 **the cat continues to growl until Varick opens the door. Suddenly it becomes docile and rubs against Varick's legs Jan 07 22:48:54 * AndroUser is now known as Varick Jan 07 22:49:08 Morgan! Jan 07 22:49:11 would you have a word with your guard here and explain this is my ship... Jan 07 22:52:03 **the cat looks up at Varick. The boy stares at the cat Jan 07 22:53:47 Captain Ulysses, this is _Morgan's_ ship, not yours. You can't disrespect his rule. It isn't a mutiny. *it surprises Morgan that he knows what a mutiny is. The cat grudgingly rubs against Morgan's legs* Jan 07 22:54:17 * Morgan reaches down to scratch the cats ears Jan 07 22:56:37 * Varick wanders back in to the room Jan 07 22:57:16 * Morgan follows Varick into the room Jan 07 23:01:46 *it's empty. Varick appears to have been sat at Morgan's desk drawing Jan 07 23:01:55 where's Molly? Jan 07 23:09:02 Sleeping Jan 07 23:09:13 * Morgan nods Jan 07 23:09:16 how are you feeling? Jan 07 23:10:40 * Varick looks thoughtful Jan 07 23:10:46 It was quite scary Jan 07 23:11:34 * Morgan nods Jan 07 23:11:45 thats understandable Jan 07 23:13:52 It was very smokey Jan 07 23:14:23 * Morgan nods Jan 07 23:14:27 you were very brave Jan 07 23:16:05 * Varick shrugs Jan 07 23:16:19 The old lady told me what to do Jan 07 23:16:48 old lady? Jan 07 23:19:22 She was stood on the docks Jan 07 23:19:40 I didn't see her Jan 07 23:19:41 **Morgan knows noone was there** Jan 07 23:25:13 I did. She told me to climb the rope Jan 07 23:25:33 probably best not mention her to anyone else Jan 07 23:27:55 * Varick nods, but seems undecided Jan 07 23:29:08 People in Eisen are very superstitious and don't like the idea of people seeing things or people that others can't see... or understanding what their cat says... Jan 07 23:32:10 * Varick nods emphatically Jan 07 23:32:22 Alright. I drew a picture. Jan 07 23:33:05 oh yes? Jan 07 23:35:23 * Varick passes it over. The old woman from the dock looks familiar. Jan 07 23:36:17 * Morgan studies the picture Jan 07 23:39:50 **It looks like Mae, from Seeufer, the woman who had attended his birth Jan 07 23:40:48 * Morgan nods slightly Jan 12 21:54:32 I think that was one of the women who helped when you were born Jan 12 21:55:50 * AndroUser looks interested Jan 12 21:56:01 Why don't I know her? Jan 12 21:56:07 * AndroUser is now known as Varick Jan 12 21:57:09 because you were a baby Jan 12 22:01:08 * Varick nods slowly Jan 12 22:01:16 Is she dead now? Jan 12 22:01:48 I think perhaps so Jan 12 22:06:51 * Varick nods again Jan 12 22:07:07 Why did that man set fire to the ship? Jan 12 22:07:26 apparently he was paid to Jan 12 22:12:08 Why? Jan 12 22:12:55 Thats a good question... one to which I don't know the answer Jan 12 22:15:27 * Varick looks at him Jan 12 22:15:37 Were you worried? Jan 12 22:16:19 very Jan 12 22:18:15 It was scary Jan 12 22:18:43 * Morgan nods Jan 12 22:18:50 I dont doubt it Jan 12 22:21:42 * Varick yawns Jan 12 22:21:51 time for some sleep little man Jan 12 22:21:59 When are we going to Fischler? Jan 12 22:22:52 * Morgan thinks for a moment Jan 12 22:24:34 some time tomorrow Jan 12 22:27:46 * Varick goes through the adjoining door into his little room Jan 12 22:29:14 * Morgan follows to the door frame quietly Jan 12 22:31:42 * Varick seems grown up,taking off his own boots before laying down Jan 12 22:34:29 Will you come and wake me? Jan 12 22:34:48 of course Jan 12 22:39:01 * Varick smiles, pulling the blanket over himself, and falls asleep Jan 12 22:39:33 * Morgan watches him for a short time before moving away from the door Jan 12 22:45:41 * Varick looks peaceful, as is the rest of their suite Jan 12 22:51:11 **the door to his and Molly's room is closed. Varick's Cat watches Morgan Jan 12 22:51:36 * Morgan crouches by the cat, offering his hand Jan 12 22:56:46 **the cat purrs and rubs against him** Jan 12 22:58:03 * Morgan strokes him for a moment before standing and opening the door Jan 12 23:01:46 * Varick is now known as Molly Jan 12 23:03:01 * Molly is curled up on the bed, still in her soot-marked dress. Even asleep, that magical fascination remains Jan 12 23:06:06 * Morgan watches her for a moment before sitting on the edge of the bed Jan 12 23:08:07 * Molly stirs, slowly opening her eyes. She smiles gently Jan 12 23:08:21 There you are, liebes herz... Jan 12 23:09:44 how are you feeling blossom? Jan 12 23:12:34 * Molly blushes Jan 12 23:12:43 I'm not really sure Jan 12 23:12:51 no? Jan 12 23:15:27 * Molly watches him, bitting her lower lip Jan 12 23:15:49 And you, liebling? How are you feeling? Jan 12 23:17:01 achey, I suppose Jan 12 23:19:01 Achey? *she looks concerned* Jan 12 23:19:33 your saving Gottlieb had... consequences Jan 12 23:20:56 * Molly looks very worried Jan 12 23:21:04 Do people know? Jan 12 23:21:33 Don't worry, Sinan's noticed something but none else I think Jan 12 23:23:18 Can we trust him? Jan 12 23:23:27 I think so Jan 12 23:24:55 * Molly smiles Jan 12 23:24:59 Good Jan 12 23:29:07 * Molly watches him a long moment Jan 12 23:29:18 Was that what you meant? Jan 12 23:29:28 not exactly Jan 12 23:31:00 What did you mean? Jan 12 23:31:18 well, I've got a sore head, I suspect Claudias shoulder hurts... Jan 12 23:35:21 * Molly looks very sad and guilty Jan 12 23:35:28 I am deeply sorry Jan 12 23:36:06 it was necessary Jan 12 23:37:16 * Molly nods Jan 12 23:37:51 I pulled a nine inch piece of wood from his chest *she pales* Jan 12 23:40:06 he was very lucky to have you near Jan 12 23:40:42 * Molly nods, looking at her hands Jan 12 23:41:30 He was dead, liebling. His heart was pierced right through. Jan 12 23:47:40 I'm glad you did what you did Jan 12 23:50:20 * Molly smiles gently Jan 12 23:50:28 Where is Varick? Jan 12 23:50:37 asleep in his room... he's fine Jan 12 23:51:27 Good. Shall I look at your head? Jan 12 23:51:42 I'm sure its fine blossom Jan 12 23:54:17 What about that man? Where is he? Jan 12 23:55:07 Sinan has him in custody Jan 12 23:55:53 Who is he? Jan 12 23:57:02 someone who lights fires for money Jan 12 23:57:41 An arsonist? Jan 12 23:57:54 * Morgan nods Jan 12 23:59:27 Why that ship? Jan 13 00:00:07 it belongs to a mercenary company... from what the man said the owner of another company wanted it destroyed Jan 13 00:00:43 * Molly sighs Jan 13 00:00:53 Ridiculous! Jan 13 00:02:51 well, given the description of the man, I'd say he has prior form for it Jan 13 00:04:57 * Molly 's brow furrows Jan 13 00:05:00 Why? Jan 13 00:05:37 tall, square shoulders, a patch of white eyelashes on one eye Jan 13 00:06:35 * Molly curses Jan 13 00:07:56 quite Jan 13 00:08:52 * Molly looks angry Jan 13 00:08:59 What can we do? Jan 13 00:09:32 * Morgan shrugs Jan 13 00:09:34 I'm not sure Jan 13 00:10:44 * Molly looks determined Jan 13 00:10:55 We'll think of something Jan 13 00:11:51 I've no doubt Feb 27 22:07:25 * MollyK goes quiet, chewing her lower lip. The strange sense of fascination continues. After a moment, she looks up at him, a mix of fear and uncertainty in her eyes Feb 27 22:07:37 Is he trying to have me killed? Feb 27 22:07:45 * Morgan shakes his head Feb 27 22:08:00 no... the ship was meant to be empty. It belongs to a mercenary company Feb 27 22:08:28 So it is just a coincidence? Feb 27 22:08:39 unlikely as it is, yes Feb 27 22:09:00 It does seem unlikely Feb 27 22:11:47 * Morgan nods Feb 27 22:12:52 What will happen to that man? Feb 27 22:13:14 I've handed him off to Sinan, let him deal with it Feb 27 22:13:43 * MollyK looks surprised Feb 27 22:14:02 That must have been hard Feb 27 22:14:40 I didn't really have a choice... besides, he hadn't intended to hurt anyone... Feb 27 22:17:21 * MollyK frowns Feb 27 22:18:07 It's still deeply wrong Feb 27 22:18:15 * Morgan nods Feb 27 22:18:56 How is Mr Gottlieb? Feb 27 22:21:09 * Morgan shrugs Feb 27 22:21:29 last I heard he was still in grave danger, but survived that long Feb 27 22:21:53 * MollyK nods Feb 27 22:23:46 If he has survived this long, he should be alright after some recuperation. *she pauses* by all rights, he shouldn't have been able to come back from that Feb 27 22:23:56 * Morgan nods Feb 27 22:24:03 I'd sort of come to that conclusion Feb 27 22:26:17 * MollyK looks at him with heartbreaking vulnerability Feb 27 22:26:26 Does that scare you? Feb 27 22:27:02 * Morgan shrugs Feb 27 22:27:06 its not in my top three fears Feb 27 22:27:43 * MollyK smiles Feb 27 22:27:59 Your fears have a priority ranking? Feb 27 22:28:14 * Morgan nods slightly Feb 27 22:28:44 if you're sat between two of the most scary things on the list, you want to be clear which one to run away from most Feb 27 22:29:53 I hadn't considered that Feb 27 22:32:30 I like to be organised... Feb 27 22:32:44 * MollyK smiles Feb 27 22:33:09 Yes you do Feb 27 22:35:53 * MollyK looks him over Feb 27 22:36:04 Was anyone else hurt? Feb 27 22:36:16 * Morgan shrugs Feb 27 22:36:20 I don't really know Feb 27 22:36:39 I was busy diving off the dock and hitting people to notice Feb 27 22:38:19 * MollyK smiles Feb 27 22:38:42 You do like to keep busy Feb 27 22:38:59 it seemed the thing to do at the time Feb 27 22:41:39 And yet again, you come to rescue me *she looks fondly at him* Feb 27 22:42:26 always Feb 27 22:44:19 * MollyK blushes Feb 27 22:44:29 How did I get so lucky? Feb 27 22:45:20 * Morgan srugs Feb 27 22:45:27 its one of the few advantages of putting up with me Feb 27 22:46:13 There are MANY advantages to having you in my life Feb 27 22:50:29 well, I need to have some uses Feb 27 22:54:02 * MollyK giggles Feb 27 22:54:18 You most certainly have uses Feb 27 22:57:35 * Morgan nods slightly Feb 27 22:58:25 there is an issue, though... it would appear Sinan can tell of we do anything of a magical nature Feb 27 23:05:17 * MollyK looks alarmed Feb 27 23:05:22 How?! Feb 27 23:05:42 it appears to have become a talent of his around the same time as everyone else... Feb 27 23:06:36 Is it connected?! Feb 27 23:06:51 I can't see how it couldn't be Feb 27 23:09:13 But he wasn't in Sudlachenburg... *she looks unsure* Feb 27 23:09:23 * Morgan nods Feb 27 23:09:33 I distinctly remember punching him in the face Feb 27 23:10:09 * MollyK smiles slightly Feb 27 23:13:08 Then it is almost certainly part of the same issue Feb 27 23:13:20 * Morgan nods Feb 27 23:14:54 I'd say it has to be Feb 27 23:20:21 How did he react? Feb 27 23:20:50 like an Eisenman who's discovered he can do magic Feb 27 23:25:03 His Cresent Moon heritage hasn't made him less... Provincial? Feb 27 23:25:54 maybe a little, but I think it'd be a shock for anyone that doesn't have it form birth Feb 27 23:26:10 * MollyK nods Feb 27 23:26:31 It certainly was for us. What does he intend to do about it? Feb 27 23:26:42 keep it to himself Feb 27 23:29:24 That is a relief. Has he seen many other magic users who could have been affected at the same time? Feb 27 23:29:33 * Morgan shrugs Feb 27 23:30:09 we didn't really discuss it that much... more that I tried to convince him we're not the cause of the explosion  Feb 27 23:31:06 He thought it was an attack on us? Feb 27 23:31:15 or by us...  Feb 27 23:31:34 he just knew strange sounds, big explosion, we stand out to him... Feb 27 23:32:26 And did he seem convinced? Feb 27 23:34:25 * Morgan nods Feb 27 23:34:26 I think so Feb 27 23:35:00 * MollyK nods Feb 27 23:35:20 We'll leave for Fischler tomorrow I think Feb 27 23:35:26 * Morgan nods Feb 27 23:35:29 as you wish blossom Feb 27 23:38:28 If we are to be able to be in Avalon to see the Queen, we must stick to the schedule Feb 27 23:38:41 * Morgan nods Feb 27 23:41:41 Are you worried about seeing Alarice? Feb 27 23:42:10 concerned, yes Feb 27 23:44:44 Though hopefully, now she is married, she will have stopped trying to destroy us Feb 27 23:45:16 she's vindictive, and even Jarvie warned me to be careful of her Feb 27 23:46:11 * MollyK nods Feb 27 23:46:32 Maybe a nunnery would have been better Feb 27 23:46:39 * Morgan nods Feb 27 23:46:43 I did make that argument Feb 27 23:54:15 Sadly when it comes to matters of "fornication", you'll never win against someone with strong vaticine convictions Feb 27 23:55:02 they can't help being a bit simple  Feb 27 23:55:40 * MollyK giggles Feb 27 23:57:00 They have an unhealthy interest in what happens in other people's bed chambers Feb 27 23:57:34 * Morgan nods Feb 27 23:59:29 * MollyK raises an eyebrow Feb 27 23:59:47 Possibly because so little occurs in their own! Feb 28 00:00:10 * Morgan nods Feb 28 00:00:15 too busy praying Feb 28 00:02:11 * MollyK giggles Feb 28 00:02:58 And on their knees? Feb 28 00:03:12 * Morgan raises an eyebrow Feb 28 00:04:24 * MollyK attempts to look innocent, her eyes are anything but Feb 28 00:04:36 To pray, of course Feb 28 00:04:42 of course Feb 28 00:05:15 * MollyK clearly teases him Feb 28 00:05:39 Unless you can think of something else done on ones knees? Feb 28 00:06:41 that the vaticine do? nothing at all Feb 28 00:09:32 Isn't it much nicer being Objectionist then? Feb 28 00:09:59 * Morgan nods Feb 28 00:10:02 Ive always thought so Feb 28 00:13:05 You can think of non-prayer things for Objectionists to do on their knees? *she smiles, radiating the familiar magical energy* Feb 28 00:13:33 * Morgan frowns Feb 28 00:13:34 behave Feb 28 00:15:17 * MollyK looks both surprised and wounded Feb 28 00:15:23 I am sorry Feb 28 00:16:05 I'm sorry blossom, but todays events have left me somewhat... edgy Feb 28 00:16:44 * MollyK looks concerned Feb 28 00:17:00 You fear that we are in danger here? Feb 28 00:17:20 I nearly lost you and Varick...  Feb 28 00:17:46 * MollyK watches him closely Feb 28 00:18:11 Yes... Feb 28 00:18:55 * Morgan sighs Feb 28 00:20:19 You feel that you have somehow failed us? Feb 28 00:20:37 * Morgan nods slightly Feb 28 00:22:08 * MollyK shakes her head Feb 28 00:23:19 You haven't. Short of keeping us locked away somewhere in the middle of nowhere, there isn't anything you could do to prevent these things Feb 28 00:23:35 maybe Feb 28 00:28:04 * MollyK watches him Feb 28 00:28:58 I know I can say nothing that will fix how you feel, and I suspect you will not let me use magic to do so... Feb 28 00:29:32 * Morgan shakes his head Feb 28 00:31:18 I don't blame you.   Feb 29 22:40:22 **As with last time this weird magical after effect, their lovemaking is intense, and again his hardness and desire is not diminished after the first time. After a second, with that spiralling energy as in Koln, they have barely recovered their breath (and none of their clothes!) when there is a loud banging on the door to their quarters** Feb 29 22:41:54 hold fast Feb 29 22:42:15 * Morgan drags on his trousers Feb 29 22:44:06 * AndroUser rolls onto her side, pulling the sheet over her bare breasts. She looks more irritated than worried Feb 29 22:44:27 Who on Theah could that be, making so much noise?! Feb 29 22:44:47 * Morgan pulls on his shirt, wrenching open the door Feb 29 22:53:43 **Sinan Gottlieb stands at the door, face like thunder. At the far end of the corridor, a few of the junior shiphands watch with wary curiosity** Feb 29 22:53:58 yes? Feb 29 22:59:09 * AndroUser is now known as Sinan Feb 29 22:59:20 We need to speak. Now. Feb 29 22:59:52 * Morgan nods him inside before looking at the ship hands Feb 29 22:59:59 I'm sure you have things you need to be doing gentlemen Feb 29 23:02:17 * Sinan turns round, looking at the young men before looking back to Morgan Feb 29 23:02:31 **the men go upstairs** Feb 29 23:04:15 After you *he waves towards the door* Feb 29 23:04:31 * Morgan walks through the door Feb 29 23:08:22 * Sinan follows, shutting the door firmly Feb 29 23:09:33 What the devil is going on here?! *he's clearly angry, dark features contorted. He scans the room before looking at Morgan* Feb 29 23:10:51 * Morgan sighs Feb 29 23:10:59 what are you babbling about now? Feb 29 23:21:16 Babbling?! I am not babbling! *he's getting louder and louder* Feb 29 23:21:40 * Morgan watches him quietly Feb 29 23:22:55 I would like to know what you are doing here that has my dock lit up as if the sun has exploded! Feb 29 23:23:22 Lets bear in mind that as far as we're aware only you can see that, yes... Feb 29 23:27:19 As far as we know! It doesn't stop the fact that massive levels of magic are being used! *still livid, he's at least quieter* Feb 29 23:27:49 * Morgan watches Sinan patiently Feb 29 23:28:12 if you keep up the shouting, _everyone_ will know Feb 29 23:28:35 * Sinan folds his arms Feb 29 23:29:21 What the hell are you up to? Feb 29 23:29:36 I thought you agreed to trust me Feb 29 23:37:35 If you could see what I have just seen, you would find it hard to trust that all is safe and well! Feb 29 23:41:06 I'll only say this one more time... I am neither 'up' to something, nor are we responsible for any of the trouble you're having here. Feb 29 23:48:20 * Sinan looks displeased, but seems to concede a little Feb 29 23:48:32 I still dont like it Feb 29 23:49:04 You don't have to, you just have to accept it. I can't say it pleases me either Feb 29 23:50:02 Noone should have that much magic Feb 29 23:51:48 * Morgan shrugs Feb 29 23:51:54 I don't think its as much as you think Feb 29 23:52:56 After the first blast I had spots in my vision for two minutes Feb 29 23:53:13 an unfortunate side effect Feb 29 23:54:01 keeping your father alive took a lot, and what you saw is how she... recuperates Feb 29 23:55:57 * Sinan seems to think about this a moment. Feb 29 23:56:18 Well, I suppose that isn't as troubling... Feb 29 23:57:03 * Morgan nods Feb 29 23:58:24 * Sinan starts to relax a little Feb 29 23:58:40 The doctor says he will make a full recovery Feb 29 23:58:59 I'm glad Mar 01 00:03:48 * Sinan nods Mar 01 00:04:26 He said that had it been an inch or two deeper it would have penetrated his heart and been fatal Mar 01 00:04:57 * Morgan nods Mar 01 00:04:59 lucky Mar 01 00:07:13 Very lucky. Our Eisenfurst's Sheriffs will be taking the suspect later today Mar 01 00:07:21 * Morgan nods Mar 01 00:10:58 as unsatisfying as it is, I don't see there being any alternative Mar 01 00:11:15 * Sinan shakes his head Mar 01 00:11:55 My father's insurers will not pay out if we do not have solid proof that it was arson Mar 01 00:12:09 * Morgan nods Mar 01 00:12:29 we'll have to have him as proof and just hope that justice finds its way to the organiser Mar 01 00:14:06 * Sinan looks unsure Mar 01 00:14:19 That seems unlikely on such scant evidence Mar 01 00:14:55 * Morgan shrugs nonchalantly Mar 01 00:17:02 * Sinan nods slowly Mar 01 00:17:18 Well, I'll leave you to your evening... Mar 01 00:17:44 lets not have any more of these impromptu shouting conversations, yes? Mar 01 00:18:02 * Sinan nods slowly Mar 01 00:18:06 Alright Mar 01 00:18:44 * Sinan offers his hand Mar 01 00:19:13 * Morgan shakes it Mar 01 00:21:27 * Sinan inclines his head before leaving 