Jan 14 20:56:14 The walk from Fischler's manor to the town was around a mile, passing between fields newly harvested before hitting the outskirts of the town. People go about their business on street stalls, pushing carts, chatting in shop doorways. Even in the late afternoon there are many hours of daylight left in an Eisen August Jan 14 21:00:08 * Morgan looks people over as he passes  Jan 14 21:04:11 *noone looks familiar, nor do any recognise him. He doesn't know where the jail is Jan 14 21:06:01 * Morgan approaches one of the stalls, looking for the merchant Jan 14 21:08:08 *a young man looks up from his fruit* Good afternoon, what can I get you? Jan 14 21:08:55 just directions please... I'm looking for the jail Jan 14 21:12:12 Right at the other side of town, just stay on this path and you'll get to it Jan 14 21:12:24 * Morgan nods Jan 14 21:12:26 thank you Jan 14 21:15:59 *he smiles* you're welcome Jan 14 21:16:10 * Morgan heads off towards the jail Jan 14 21:20:01 ** the jail is tidy, and no noise eminates from within. People are still going about their business in the streets around it. Morgan starts to feel as if he's being watched Jan 14 21:20:32 * Morgan comes to a halt, standing still Jan 14 21:26:11 Nothing happens, but the feeling doesnt go Jan 14 21:26:44 * Morgan turns and heads at 90 degrees to his original direction, heading to the side of the street, behind a stall Jan 14 21:29:37 The feeling starts to disappear Jan 14 21:31:17 * Morgan sidles up to the side of the stall, looking back the way he came Jan 14 21:33:01 He sees nothing significant, nor does the feeling return Jan 14 21:33:28 * Morgan starts towards the jail again, keeping to the side of the street Jan 14 21:36:24 He gets there with no issues Jan 14 21:37:39 * Morgan goes inside Jan 14 21:41:55 There are three jailors playing cards Jan 14 21:43:05 * Morgan clears his throat Jan 14 21:45:36 **they all stand up at once, in the manner of men of previous military service Jan 14 21:45:59 * Morgan smiles slightly Jan 14 21:46:11 gentlemen, I've come to see the montaigne man Jan 14 21:47:00 *they exchange a few glances before the tallest man addresses Morgan. Jan 14 21:47:23 We are on strict orders not to let anyone see him, sir. Jan 14 21:47:30 from? Jan 14 21:47:55 His Grace the Eisenfurst Jan 14 21:48:01 * Morgan nods Jan 14 21:48:19 good... do you know _why_ his grace had this man arrested? Jan 14 21:48:35 No, sir. Jan 14 21:48:44 * Morgan speaks quietly Jan 14 21:48:48 because I asked him to Jan 14 21:49:33 *he nods* yes, sir. Jan 14 21:50:07 by extension, he is my prisoner... Jan 14 21:51:07 *he looks concerned* I cannot let you take him without the permission of His Grace Jan 14 21:51:27 I don't wish to take him just yet... for now I wish to speak with him Jan 14 21:55:32 *he nods slowly* he's upstairs, follow me please Jan 14 21:55:49 * Morgan nods, gesturing for him to lead the way Jan 14 21:56:42 *he trudges up the stairs. The jail is dimly lit by small windows, clean but plain. It seems surprisingly empty* Jan 14 21:58:17 He won't be pleased to have you visit, I reckon Jan 14 21:58:35 probably not, no...  Jan 14 21:59:41 He said the only person he wants to see is the Eisenfurst's daughter-in-law! As if anyone would allow that! Jan 14 22:00:23 that would be rather daft Jan 14 22:02:05 It wouldn't be right or proper, fine lady like that forced to see a scoundrel like him Jan 14 22:02:59 from what I understand, she could be forced to do little that she did not wish to Jan 14 22:05:55 That is surprising. She always seems very sweet and good natured when she appears with her husband in town Jan 14 22:06:56 * Morgan murmurs noncommittally Jan 14 22:14:11 *he gets to a barred door* Visitor for you! Jan 14 22:14:33 * AndroUser is now known as ComteDeLaFere Jan 14 22:16:16 * ComteDeLaFere sits up from the bed eagerly. His face darkens as he sees Morgan. He looks rough and unkempt, his prestigious clothing taken from him and exchanged with common clothing. He glares at them. Jan 14 22:16:25 I want no visitors! Jan 14 22:17:32 Oh come now... I'm about as close as you'll get to the graffen Jan 14 22:17:47 Guard: *He unlocks the door, gesturing Morgan in* I'll wait in the hall, sir. Call if needed. Jan 14 22:18:05 * Morgan nods to the guard, moving inside Jan 14 22:18:31 *The guard goes, shutting the cell and then the door. Jan 14 22:18:45 * ComteDeLaFere stands,balling his fists Jan 14 22:18:54 What the fuck do you want? Jan 14 22:19:16 you and I need to have a talk... Jan 14 22:21:49 I have nothing to say to you. I want to speak to Alarice! Jan 14 22:22:29 You'll have plenty to say, I'm sure... sit down Jan 14 22:22:55 No I will not. I shouldn't be in this hell hole. Jan 14 22:23:23 * Morgan speaks quietly, deliberately Jan 14 22:23:28 sit... down... Jan 14 22:25:52 * ComteDeLaFere does so with a heavy sigh and an eye roll Jan 14 22:27:17 I want you to understand how your situation lies... you owe some people a lot of money, a debt that my cousin has been paying with the taxes from Innesbruck... That no longer happens, so some debt collectors were sent... Jan 14 22:28:49 * ComteDeLaFere attempts to look nonchalant but doesn't manage it Jan 14 22:28:58 What debt collectors? Jan 14 22:29:11 they attempted to force themselves upon _my wife_... Jan 14 22:30:00 * ComteDeLaFere looks surprised Jan 14 22:30:04 Why?! Jan 14 22:30:54 because they were going to take a payment of some kind or another... now, one of them I shot, since he was not the main culprit... the other duelled with me, until I, shall we say, removed that which marks him a man Jan 14 22:32:03 * ComteDeLaFere initially pales though tries to cover it Jan 14 22:32:15 Who were they sent by? Jan 14 22:32:26 I'm not finished...  Jan 14 22:32:56 once he had endured his pain for a time, I stabbed him in the stomach and left him to die... you understand how painful that is? Jan 14 22:33:23 * ComteDeLaFere nods Jan 14 22:33:31 Yes, I do Jan 14 22:33:53 now, since I have a faith, you'll also understand what it means to me that I buried them head down...  Jan 14 22:34:35 * ComteDeLaFere crosses himself vaticine-style Jan 14 22:34:41 Of course Jan 14 22:35:19 now let me assure you that I hold you responsible for the actions of _anyone_ that is looking for you Jan 14 22:36:59 * ComteDeLaFere stands again, watching warily Jan 14 22:37:46 so, tell me what you owe Leon, emperor of Montaigne Jan 14 22:38:49 * ComteDeLaFere seems to weigh it up Jan 14 22:39:06 If I cooperate will you bring Alarice to me? Jan 14 22:39:39 No, but I won't kill you where you stand, either Jan 14 22:40:13 I need to speak to her. Only she can intervene with the Eisenfurst to get me out of here Jan 14 22:40:59 start talking Jan 14 22:41:47 My estate is in debt to the crown. Jan 14 22:42:01 how much Jan 14 22:42:47 Around 10,000 guilders Jan 14 22:43:49 well, thats quite a sum... You'll need to send word that Innesbruck is no longer settling your debts Jan 14 22:44:17 * ComteDeLaFere nods Jan 14 22:45:13 Unfortunately... that was the good part of the conversation... there's something quite troubling that I want your knowledge of Jan 14 22:45:26 What? Jan 14 22:46:04 a young montaigne girl, looking for you on behalf of some... group of people... people not to be trifled with, apparently Jan 14 22:46:33 * ComteDeLaFere looks concerned Jan 14 22:46:43 What does she look like? Jan 14 22:46:58 * Morgan raises a finger, then bangs on the cell door Jan 14 22:47:26 *the guard runs in, pistol drawn* Sir? Jan 14 22:48:10 don't panic man, he's no danger... I need something to draw with and something to draw on... could you possibly attain something? Jan 14 22:49:02 * ComteDeLaFere moves Jan 14 22:49:18 * Morgan points back at the Comte Jan 14 22:49:20 SIT Jan 14 22:49:36 I have some paper and a pencil! Jan 14 22:49:46 * ComteDeLaFere sits Jan 14 22:50:00 * Morgan looks at the guard Jan 14 22:50:11 you're a soldier, aren't you? Jan 14 22:50:28 G: yes sir Jan 14 22:51:24 its a real cheek, I know, but is there any chance you can help another soldier out and give me some of your coffee? I've not had a cup in days, and I seem to be going from one problem to another, none of which is via a cup of coffee Jan 14 22:52:06 G: *he nods* of course, sir *he goes off happily* Jan 14 22:52:54 * Morgan looks back at the Comte Jan 14 22:53:20 Barely arrived and I'm running all over the place... paper and pencil if you will Jan 14 22:54:34 * ComteDeLaFere gestures to the table, knowing he'll get told to sit again Jan 14 22:54:50 * Morgan goes to the table to get the items and begins drawing Jan 14 22:55:08 you have a suspicion who she is, I take it Jan 14 22:55:21 * ComteDeLaFere shrugs Jan 14 22:55:27 Yes and no Jan 14 22:55:56 pretty girl, quite polite apart from the small fact she threw a dagger at me... Jan 14 22:56:32 * ComteDeLaFere looks a little skeptical Jan 14 22:56:38 Threw a dagger? Jan 14 22:57:08 quite a big one, hit exactly where she aimed Jan 14 22:57:19 * Morgan turns slightly to show the puncture wound on his coat Jan 14 22:57:25 Impressive... Jan 14 22:57:32 * Morgan nods Jan 14 22:58:16 had some... thing on the end of it, meant to make me pliable... I imagine I'm just too bloody minded Jan 14 22:58:29 * Morgan lifts the paper, a rough sketch of the girls face on it Jan 14 22:59:21 * ComteDeLaFere takes it, studying it. The sheet Morgan holds from underneath has a drawing on it Jan 14 22:59:48 Her hair is shorter now. Jan 14 22:59:54 * Morgan looks it over Jan 14 23:00:00 who is she? Jan 14 23:01:23 *it's of a forest in the summer, leaves in various pencil shades for the wealth of greens. Jan 14 23:01:59 I don't know. She has a room in the building across the street. Jan 14 23:02:37 * Morgan frowns Jan 14 23:02:40 say that again Jan 14 23:03:08 * ComteDeLaFere gestures to his barred window Jan 14 23:03:19 She lives over there Jan 14 23:03:43 a girl serving a secret society lives across the street and you're not even slightly concerned Jan 14 23:04:44 I know nothing of any secret society Jan 14 23:04:56 she was looking for you specifically Jan 14 23:05:09 * ComteDeLaFere frowns Jan 14 23:05:12 Why? Jan 14 23:05:24 I was rather hoping you'd have an answer to that Jan 14 23:05:43 * ComteDeLaFere shakes his head Jan 14 23:06:01 Until I came here I had never seen her before Jan 14 23:06:12 * Morgan shrugs Jan 14 23:06:35 well, thats a shame... she half threatened Innesbruck, and I'm rather protective of its people...  Jan 14 23:07:15 Why? Jan 14 23:07:31 which part are you questioning? Jan 14 23:10:15 Why are you protective? Jan 14 23:10:47 because until Varick is old enough, I'm their caretaker... and I have distant family there Jan 14 23:11:12 and, aside from a small number of problem people who were allowed to run amoco, they're good people Jan 14 23:11:59 * ComteDeLaFere looks back at the picture Jan 14 23:12:19 I need to get out of this prison Jan 14 23:13:05 No, for now I think you're staying here, though I wouldn't start thinking that makes you completely safe, mind Jan 14 23:14:56 You cannot leave me here with a dangerous woman stalking me! Jan 14 23:15:09 * Morgan nods Jan 14 23:15:31 yes, yes I can... however, now I'm going to be stalking her, so she'll probably be too busy to be a problem for you Jan 14 23:15:51 * ComteDeLaFere looks unsure Jan 14 23:16:08 I want to speak to Alarice. Jan 14 23:20:54 Not going to happen Jan 14 23:23:00 She can get me out of here! Jan 14 23:23:12 I wouldn't count on that Jan 14 23:23:58 It's in her interest, she will be able to do anything when it's in her interest Jan 14 23:24:11 why is it in her interest? Jan 14 23:24:28 That is between she and I Jan 14 23:24:59 and also between you and her are several walls, guards and quite a distance, and the only thing traversing the two is... me Jan 14 23:25:48 I will only speak to her Jan 14 23:26:03 then you'll speak to noone Jan 14 23:26:23 Then it will be to her disadvantage. Jan 14 23:27:09 intriguing... lets hope she across the street doesn't find some way to remove you from life before you change your mind and tell me Jan 14 23:28:52 If that happens, it will set a chain of events that end badly for Alarice. A man owing 10,000 guilders is often at risk, and is wise to insure against his own demise. Jan 14 23:29:13 * Morgan shrugs Jan 14 23:29:18 thats her problem Jan 14 23:30:06 Not just hers, but Varick's, and your whole family's. Jan 14 23:30:27 * Morgan sighs Jan 14 23:30:28 * ComteDeLaFere is starting to look faintly pleased with himself Jan 14 23:31:33 once I arrange to have you released, I'm going to hand you to Leon myself... or I'm going to kill you and bury you head down in lime. I haven't decided which yet Jan 14 23:32:45 Assuming Alarice doesn't convince her father in law to put me under his protection, of course Jan 14 23:32:59 * Morgan smirks Jan 14 23:33:48 the only person capable of protecting you right now is me...  Jan 14 23:33:58 * ComteDeLaFere hands back the drawing of the girl Jan 14 23:34:22 My death would only bring trouble to you and yours Jan 14 23:34:31 * Morgan shrugs Jan 14 23:34:54 if it was known, maybe... and besides, I've faced much worse trouble than you can imagine Jan 14 23:35:19 * ComteDeLaFere looks scornful Jan 14 23:35:30 Oh, I'm sure(!) Jan 14 23:35:46 * Morgan smiles Jan 14 23:36:27 your acceptance of such truths doesn't matter... I'll just go and inform the guards that the girls a risk and you'll be safe here for years Jan 14 23:36:39 * Morgan tucks the pencil behind his ear Jan 14 23:37:09 The truth will out. It always does in the end. Jan 14 23:39:00 undoubtedly, but I would imagine by then Emperor Leon will have gifted me your estate for your return to his prisons, where you'll continue to live... such a shame to have to live out your life in squalor because you're too petty to speak the truth to me, but still, such is life Jan 14 23:41:21 Leon would NEVER give Montaigne land to an Eisen man. He abhors your sort. Jan 14 23:42:03 fair trade I'd say, a traitor to the emperor, owing ten thousand guilder...  Jan 14 23:42:42 * ComteDeLaFere waves a hand dismissively Jan 14 23:42:54 * Morgan bangs on the door Jan 14 23:42:57 the truth will out Jan 14 23:43:08 That it will Jan 14 23:43:26 when it does, remember that I warned you Jan 14 23:43:52 Touch! Jan 14 23:44:32 G:*he opens the door, coffee in hand* Jan 14 23:44:50 I'm just about done with him Jan 14 23:45:04 G: yes sir Jan 14 23:45:22 * Morgan leaves the cell Jan 14 23:45:30 enjoy your stay Comte, I daresay it'll be a while Jan 14 23:46:19 G:*he locks the cell, following Morgan. The Comte goes to watch from the window* Jan 14 23:47:42 G: *he leads Morgan downstairs* Jan 14 23:50:40 * ComteDeLaFere has quit (Quit: AndroIRC - Android IRC Client ( http://www.androirc.com )) Jan 15 00:01:15 * Disconnected (). **** ENDING LOGGING AT Sun Jan 15 00:01:15 2017  **** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sun Jan 15 10:38:51 2017  Jan 15 10:38:51 * Now talking on #7thseaic Jan 15 10:38:51 * timtam.uk.eu.blitzed.org sets mode +n #7thseaic Jan 15 10:38:51 * timtam.uk.eu.blitzed.org sets mode +t #7thseaic **** ENDING LOGGING AT Sun Jan 15 10:39:28 2017  **** BEGIN LOGGING AT Sat Jan 28 21:18:00 2017  Jan 28 21:18:00 * Now talking on #7thseaic Jan 28 21:29:20 C&p pls Jan 28 21:29:40 G:*he opens the door, coffee in hand* Jan 28 21:29:40 I'm just about done with him Jan 28 21:29:40 G: yes sir Jan 28 21:29:40 * Morgan leaves the cell Jan 28 21:29:40 enjoy your stay Comte, I daresay it'll be a while Jan 28 21:29:40 G:*he locks the cell, following Morgan. The Comte goes to watch from the window* Jan 28 21:29:40 G: *he leads Morgan downstairs* Jan 28 21:31:31 *a little nod passes between the guards once they're all together downstairs Jan 28 21:33:12 * Morgan glances around at the guards Jan 28 21:34:03 *They go back to playing cards* Jan 28 21:35:02 * Morgan brandishes the drawing Jan 28 21:35:08 I don't suppose you've seen this woman? Jan 28 21:35:54 *they all shake their heads* no, sir Jan 28 21:36:08 * Morgan nods Jan 28 21:36:26 she's not to be allowed anywhere near the Comte... under any circumstances Jan 28 21:36:54 G: Is she dangerous? Jan 28 21:37:09 Yes, very.  Jan 28 21:37:41 G: begging your pardon sir, she really doesn't look it Jan 28 21:38:10 I didn't think so either... the dagger she hit me in the back with persuaded me otherwise Jan 28 21:38:57 G: we will keep a watch sir Jan 28 21:39:16 excellent... one last question for you, then I'll leave you in peace Jan 28 21:39:30 G: sir? Jan 28 21:39:38 who am I? Jan 28 21:39:58 G: I... Ummm... I don't know sir Jan 28 21:41:15 * Morgan nods slowly Jan 28 21:41:20 thats right... you don't know Jan 28 21:43:08 G: But you're from his Grace Jan 28 21:43:46 am I? Jan 28 21:45:36 G: you said so Jan 28 21:45:45 * Morgan smiles Jan 28 21:46:01 but how do you _know_? Jan 28 21:46:47 G: people don't take his Grace's name lightly here Jan 28 21:49:08 thats as maybe, but if anything that makes it even more important, particularly when a total stranger makes claims as I did, that its verified... what if I'd come to kill the Comte? Jan 28 21:51:23 G: *he looks ashamed* sorry sir Jan 28 21:52:05 * Morgan nods Jan 28 21:52:34 its a risk that comes from living somewhere safe... I'm just an utter cynic... we'll say no more of it, agreed? Jan 28 21:55:58 G: thank you sir Jan 28 21:56:31 the woman... she has shorter hair now apparently. Good day gentlemen Jan 28 21:58:20 *they all bid him farewell. Outside the first hints of early evening are there, the light turning slow and sticky. There are fewer people in the street* Jan 28 21:58:41 * Morgan looks at the building opposite Jan 28 21:59:58 *it's three storeys high, residential, and quiet* Jan 28 22:00:30 * Morgan rolls his shoulders and walks to the door, knocking Jan 28 22:03:36 *an older woman opens the door, hair in rollers. Her perfume is cloying, and it smells like the streets of Carleon that contain the most notorious brothels Jan 28 22:03:53 * AndroUser is now known as Woman Jan 28 22:04:05 You're a little early, sweetheart Jan 28 22:04:58 * Morgan shakes his head, holding up the drawing Jan 28 22:05:02 I'm looking for this woman Jan 28 22:05:55 * Woman shrugs Jan 28 22:06:34 Maybe a lodger on the third floor? I only own the bottom two Jan 28 22:07:15 third floor sounds about right... how do I get to it? Jan 28 22:08:09 * Woman laughs Jan 28 22:08:26 Up both flights of stairs, lovey Jan 28 22:10:29 I don't suppose you'd possibly go and fetch the girl down here for me? Jan 28 22:11:30 * Woman looks him up and down Jan 28 22:11:39 That depends on the price Jan 28 22:12:08 that depends on success doesn't it... Jan 28 22:13:48 If I ran my business on those conditions I'd be living on the streets by now. Ten guilders. Jan 28 22:14:00 * Morgan laughs hard Jan 28 22:14:09 five if its the right girl, two for your trouble if its not Jan 28 22:15:34 Ten. Take it or leave it. Jan 28 22:15:43 * Morgan shrugs Jan 28 22:15:56 I'll leave it and just have the local guards fetch her instead Jan 28 22:16:11 * Morgan starts to turn away Jan 28 22:17:47 * Woman laughs Jan 28 22:18:04 Be my guest, they're my best customers Jan 28 22:18:22 I've no doubt, but it won't be me paying for it then.. have a good evening madame Jan 28 22:18:55 Good evening, sir Jan 28 22:19:10 * Woman shuts the door Jan 28 22:19:53 * Morgan heads to a stall still open Jan 28 22:20:18 *there's a couple of fruit stalls* Jan 28 22:20:39 * Morgan goes to the nearest Jan 28 22:22:48 *there's a young dark-haired woman running the stall* Jan 28 22:23:11 * Morgan nods to her Jan 28 22:23:12 evening Jan 28 22:24:50 *she smiles* good evening sir, can I help you? Jan 28 22:25:15 If you will, I'd like just an apple and an empty sack Jan 28 22:27:12 *she gets it for him without question* Jan 28 22:27:43 Thank you... how much? Jan 28 22:29:54 5 marks Jan 28 22:34:07 * Morgan digs a guilder out of a pocket, dropping it into her hand Jan 28 22:34:12 save the difference Jan 28 22:34:55 *she looks surprised and grateful* thank you sir! Jan 28 22:35:31 * Morgan winks at her before picking up the bag and apple and wandering away Jan 28 22:38:28 *she goes back to her business, blushing* Jan 28 22:41:30 *the street is near empty now* Jan 28 22:41:47 * Morgan heads back to the Eisenfursts estate