 Mar 31 18:44:28 * Morgan holds on to her hands Mar 31 18:46:24 * AndroUser2 smiles slightly. She squeezes with her left hand, holding tight, but loosens her grip further with her right Mar 31 18:46:35 * Morgan lets her right hand go Mar 31 18:46:56 I'm sorry liebling, I just need my coffee a moment Mar 31 18:47:04 * AndroUser2 is now known as Molly Mar 31 18:47:48 * Molly turns from him slightly. With physical contact still made, he senses he could force his way to her thoughts or feelings if he chooses. She picks up her coffee cup, swirling the deep brown liquid within. Mar 31 18:50:34 so what now? Mar 31 18:50:53 Her brow furrows a little, an internal conversation. She closes her eyes briefly, the slightest of nods. Eyes open, she downs the last of her coffee. Mar 31 18:52:19 * Molly comes back to him, eyes serious but warm . She takes his other hand back, squeezing both. She watches him closely, trying to read his feelings from his expression Mar 31 18:52:34 Now we work out a plan of action. Mar 31 18:52:46 step one, drown her Mar 31 18:53:04 * Molly smiles slightly Mar 31 18:53:26 Don't tempt me, liebes herz! Mar 31 18:53:45 I dare say Claudia would oblige Mar 31 18:53:59 * Molly nods Mar 31 18:54:18 I am sure she would. Sadly, it is too risky I think Mar 31 18:55:38 agreed Mar 31 18:56:09 * Molly bites her lower lip thoughtfully Mar 31 19:36:37 I'm a little surprised she hasn't already, actually Mar 31 19:37:24 * Molly nods Mar 31 19:39:10 Better not to, at least for now. *She smiles, though he can see she's not entirely relaxed* I rather think we need to approach this as Avalonianly as possible Mar 31 19:39:46 with tea? Mar 31 19:39:57 * Molly smiles warmly Mar 31 19:40:32 mind you, when everyone thought I was Avalonian, I approached most situations with a sword... or axe... or hammer... Mar 31 19:40:55 * Molly nods Mar 31 19:41:17 Weaponry is something we need to consider, aye Mar 31 19:44:36 **There is a muffled chime of nine o'clock, and faulk is due to return in about fifteen minutes for an answer over whether Morgan is riding out to Sudlachenburg Mar 31 19:45:24 * Molly frowns deeply Mar 31 19:46:38 This is frustrating. There is so much to think about, and no time to do so. Mar 31 19:46:50 * Morgan shrugs Mar 31 19:46:55 Not really Mar 31 19:47:08 * Molly tilts her head Mar 31 19:47:14 You do not think so? Mar 31 19:47:36 The only thing that needed deciding in the next hour is whether or not I am leaving. That has been decided Mar 31 19:49:19 Are you sure you would not prefer to go? I would not wish you to feel I have forced you to stay Mar 31 19:49:48 No. I need to face into my concern this time Mar 31 19:50:28 * Molly frowns a little, squeezing his hands softly Mar 31 19:50:41 I don't entirely understand Mar 31 19:52:06 I trust Claudia to protect you. She'd have found a way into the house to save Dietlinde and Jana, rather than beating the culprit to death. Mar 31 19:58:27 * Molly squeezes his hands firmly Mar 31 20:00:33 Liebes herz... we will be fine, I promise you. Alarice is crazy, and mean, but she has no idea what she's up against. Mar 31 20:04:14 * Morgan nods Mar 31 20:05:17 * Molly watches him very closely (expression pls, especially any anxiety/guilt/disbelief) Mar 31 20:13:04 When I agreed to marry you, we became a family. Since then, we have added Varick to that family. I will do _anything_ to protect our family *She looks solemn and serious* Mar 31 20:13:22 I know Mar 31 20:13:45 * Molly watches him Mar 31 20:14:07 But that does not alleviate your concern? Mar 31 20:14:31 not terribly Mar 31 20:14:57 * Molly nods slowly Mar 31 20:15:13 What can I do that will help? Mar 31 20:15:27 * Morgan shrugs Mar 31 20:15:31 probably nothing Mar 31 20:16:18 * Molly nods, taking a deep breath. Mar 31 20:16:31 Sorgi can not go alone Mar 31 20:18:02 No. But I want Claudia here Mar 31 20:18:26 * Molly nods Mar 31 20:20:03 One of his Grace's guards perhaps. I want to send a letter and ask Marta ((varicks former nanny who lives across the lake in Seeufer)) to come here and help. *She watches him as if expecting an objection* Mar 31 20:21:33 * Morgan frowns Mar 31 20:21:37 if she must Mar 31 20:23:07 I trust her. She hates Alarice. The biggest risk to Varick is whoever watches him. I need to know who that is and that they have not been influenced by her. Mar 31 20:23:22 * Morgan nods Mar 31 20:23:26 understandable Mar 31 20:25:01 Much as I hate to be confined, Varick and I are likely safer in this house than trying to leave for Zweibrucke or Seeufer Mar 31 20:25:11 * Morgan nods Mar 31 20:25:12 agreed Mar 31 20:25:43 * Molly nods, smiling wryly Mar 31 20:26:32 We need to wait it out until your father arrives and his Grace is ready to take action against Alarice... Mar 31 20:27:58 * Morgan sighs, nodding Mar 31 20:28:18 * Molly watches him, voice quiet Mar 31 20:28:37 My biggest concern is that his action will not be enough Mar 31 20:29:07 You heard him... there will be no leniency for her Mar 31 20:29:50 Then you think he means she will be put to death? Mar 31 20:31:05 * Morgan shrugs Mar 31 20:31:06 maybe Mar 31 20:32:05 I can think of few other solutions that will end the risk she poses, and will continue to pose, to us. Mar 31 20:32:31 * Morgan nods Mar 31 20:38:08 It will take around four days, even riding day and night. Mar 31 20:38:46 * Morgan nods Mar 31 20:39:01 I've got Claudia watching the guardhouse, just in case Mar 31 20:39:16 * Molly nods, thoughtful Mar 31 20:40:27 Do you think her threats are from temper, or do you think she has pre-planned a way to harm you? Mar 31 20:40:46 I'm hoping the former, but expecting the latter Mar 31 20:41:01 * Molly nods Mar 31 20:42:23 Firstly we need to get the messengers on the road. Once they are gone, we start the countdown. I would feel more settled knowing that his Grace will end the situation permanently once your father arrives. Mar 31 20:46:16 * Molly watches his reaction with the faintest flicker of wariness Mar 31 20:46:38 * Morgan nods slowly Mar 31 20:47:29 * Molly loosens her grip on his hands Mar 31 20:48:17 I need to write some letters Mar 31 20:48:23 * Morgan nods Mar 31 20:48:26 as you wish blossom Mar 31 20:51:12 * Molly moves away, refilling her coffee and his before sitting at a desk. She looks thoughtful as she writes, and rapidly four letters are finished and sealed. She closes her eyes a minute, expression thoughtful as she puts her mind in order. Mar 31 20:55:56 In some ways, she has done us a favour. Mar 31 20:56:02 oh? Mar 31 20:57:45 Yesterday, I wasn't cautious enough, and it was only... luck that prevented disaster. Today we are far more cautious. She has lost some of the element of surprise. Mar 31 20:59:30 I suppose so Mar 31 21:00:15 * Molly frowns Mar 31 21:02:27 We can prepare far more now. We just need to be methodical, logical. Mar 31 21:02:50 * Morgan nods Mar 31 21:03:31 * Molly smiles, aiming to raise a smile Mar 31 21:03:42 After all, it is the Avalonian way Mar 31 21:04:28 * Morgan shrugs, muttering something about axes Mar 31 21:04:57 * Molly smiles Mar 31 21:05:05 Axes are good too. Mar 31 21:07:13 * Molly stands, picking up her letters. Another flash and rumble confirms that the storm has not yet blown over Mar 31 21:07:42 I need to give these to Sorgi and get changed. Mar 31 21:08:06 * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee Mar 31 21:08:29 I'll inform the Eisenfurst about Sorgi requiring an escort Mar 31 21:08:36 * Molly watches him closely Mar 31 21:09:23 Are you happy for me to do those things alone? If you feel it necessary, I will submit to being guarded. Mar 31 21:11:11 I'd rather you have someone with you Mar 31 21:12:02 * Molly nods Mar 31 21:12:24 Shall I wait for you, or is there much you need to be doing? Mar 31 21:12:46 I need to speak to Faulk, but thats about it Mar 31 21:13:39 * Molly nods, and is about to speak when the gentleman in question arrives. He looks more serious than they have ever seen him. Mar 31 21:13:56 F: Have you come to a decision? Mar 31 21:14:52 * Morgan nods Mar 31 21:17:02 F: Good. And what is that? Mar 31 21:17:25 I'm staying, Sorgi can go. He'll need a guard Mar 31 21:18:13 F: My fastest rider is already waiting for instructions. He can leave in ten minutes Mar 31 21:18:20 * Morgan nods Mar 31 21:18:25 I'd also like a guard for Molly Mar 31 21:19:03 F: Of course. One will find you shortly. Mar 31 21:19:10 * Morgan nods Mar 31 21:19:11 thank you Mar 31 21:19:31 * Molly speaks quietly, watching Faulk Mar 31 21:19:49 Your Grace, I have a request. Mar 31 21:20:28 F: *he looks at her with openness* anything I can do for you I will Mar 31 21:20:37 * Molly nods Mar 31 21:21:53 You are very generous, your Grace. I wish to be allowed to be armed in the house, in case I need to protect my loved ones... Mar 31 21:22:28 F: *he looks surprised* Of course, if you wish to. Mar 31 21:22:48 * Molly nods, thanking him. He looks to Morgan Mar 31 21:23:01 F: is there anything else I can do? Mar 31 21:23:11 * Morgan shakes his head Mar 31 21:23:14 no, thank you Mar 31 21:26:09 F: Alright. Send your man to me as soon as you can, and I'll get them sent out immediately. *he looks to Molly* Do not be afraid, this house was built to keep my own family safe during the war. It is well-guarded and designed. The konigsreich will protect you, dear veisgrafin. Mar 31 21:26:34 * Molly curtsies to him Mar 31 21:26:59 I appreciate it, your Grace, truly. Mar 31 21:27:29 F: *he inclines his head to them both and leaves* Mar 31 21:28:24 * Molly watches Morgan with a little smile, still trying to gauge his mood by the way he moves and his expression Mar 31 21:28:59 * Morgan sips his coffee Mar 31 21:29:11 I do not think I've been anyone's "dear veisgrafin" before Mar 31 21:29:26 he has a way with words Mar 31 21:29:40 I suppose he has to have, given his position Mar 31 21:29:46 * Molly smiles warmly Mar 31 21:30:05 I am told that is just the effect I have on Eisen men Mar 31 21:31:41 * Molly finishes her coffee, looking at him sidelong Mar 31 21:32:19 Are you troubled by the prospect of my being armed? Mar 31 21:32:27 Not even slightly Mar 31 21:32:35 I'm troubled by the fact you need to be Mar 31 21:32:49 * Molly looks thoughtful Mar 31 21:33:43 I don't necessarily think I need to be, but it makes sense to display that I am armed in the usual manner... Mar 31 21:35:06 * Morgan nods Mar 31 21:35:07 I see Mar 31 21:36:02 * Molly nods Mar 31 21:36:40 I would prefer it that way Mar 31 21:36:57 it makes more sense, really Mar 31 21:37:19 The element of surprise is an important tactic, I think. Mar 31 21:45:28 * Molly waits for him to finish his coffee. When he has, she takes his hand, squeezing it. Mar 31 21:45:56 Shall we find Sorgi and get me armed then, liebes herz? Mar 31 21:46:28 * Morgan nods Mar 31 21:46:30 good idea Mar 31 21:47:06 * Molly smiles at him affectionately, and keeps her hand in his as they leave the library 