** Morgan has joined #7thseaic ** ChanServ sets mode(s) +o Morgan (Molly) **From the quiet peace they had had, there's suddenly a rush as Marta and Varick appear. A servant tells them the coach is ready and the weather has cleared. Coats and boots are found, last minute checks are made, and the three of them head down to the stable. A groomsman waits by the carriage. Molly looks to Morgan "Are you riding, or coming in the carriage?" (@Morgan) I'll join you in the carriage * Molly nods, climbing in when the groom opens the door. Varick follows her. They get seated (Molly) V: *he waits til Morgan is in. He looks quite calm* Never been in a coach with you. * @Morgan nods, sitting down (@Morgan) I usually prefer to ride (Molly) **the groom closes the door and the coach sets off ** You're now known as Varick (Varick) Why? (@Morgan) I like being able to see all around (Varick) Like on that bit up in the sky on the ship? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I rather like being up there too (Varick) Can I go up there? (@Morgan) Maybe. (Varick) Captain Ulysses has been up there (@Morgan) Cats like to climb (Varick) *Molly watches from the window as they head down the long driveway off that leads off the Estate* (Varick) There was a bird up there he wanted to eat (@Morgan) That seems a fairly normal pursuit for a cat (Varick) I want to go up there too (Varick) *Molly glances at Morgan's reaction* (@Morgan) I know (Varick) Did you go up there when you were young? (@Morgan) More than likely... my father says I was nearly impossible to get off a ship (Varick) *Molly smiles* This sounds intriguing, liebes herz (@Morgan) apparently on more than one occasion I had to be pulled away, clinging to the mast * Varick laughs, as does Molly (Varick) M: That sounds very sweet, you were sad to be leaving the ship? (@Morgan) apparently so (Varick) M: So your love for ships started long before going in to the navy? * @Morgan nods (Varick) M: I should imagine that living near a port would have suited you well * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) It is no surprise I went into the navy, by all accounts (Varick) *She nods* I can imagine so (Varick) Did you want to be a ships captain? (Varick) **their journey gets them to the outskirts of town * @Morgan smiles (@Morgan) who doesn't want to be one * Varick thinks (Varick) Boring people (@Morgan) Edward... * Varick frowns a little (Varick) He doesn't want to be a captain? * @Morgan shakes his head (@Morgan) I wouldn't imagine so, he hates the water (Varick) That is sad. Being a captain would be fun! * @Morgan nods (Varick) M: *She smiles* It is certainly an enjoyable thing to do for an afternoon or two * Varick looks at her (Varick) _You_ have done it?! (Varick) M: *She looks surprised, glancing at Morgan* Is that really surprising?! * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'd not heard of a woman captain until Captain Tsaylur (Varick) M: *She smiles, but there's a sadness there* The acting captain that Kai appointed, Valkenburg, he was a nice man. He listened to my plans for the future, and let me take charge on the last few afternoons from Freiburg to Tawstock * Varick looks more surprised (Varick) I didn't know women were allowed to do that *he looks at Morgan* (@Morgan) Just because it isn't something thats normally done, doesn't mean it isn't allowed... (Varick) M: *She nods* Also, it was my ship, so it was my choice (Varick) Why aren't you the captain, Morgan? (@Morgan) Because Sorgi is (Varick) But you wanted to be a captain, and you have a ship? *he looks confused* (@Morgan) I have other duties now (Varick) That is sad * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) it is what it is (Varick) **Molly watches him a moment before looking back out of the window* (Varick) When I am a man, can I have a turn at being the Captain, like Molly did (@Morgan) I would imagine so (Varick) And then I can tell people what to do! (Varick) M: *She smiles a little* _That_ is very enjoyable... (Varick) M: Although, you still can not always do whatever you please, even when you are the Captain. Tempted as I was to set us down on that Island, there was too much else to do (Varick) *She glances at Morgan a moment* * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) just as well (Varick) M: It is very tempting. As you run up the coast and angle in towards the estuary, it is just sat there, awaiting exploration. *She sighs* the beaches looked pretty. (@Morgan) A pity the rest of the place was so bad * Varick nods slowly, distracted (Varick) Molly* (Varick) Will you be the captain on the next ship? (Varick) **the main part of the city has seamlessly slipped by* (@Morgan) No, I dont think so (Varick) Will the new ship be in Zweibrucke when we get back? (Varick) **Molly looks interested also* (@Morgan) No, if we're lucky they'll have started work on it (Varick) That will be interesting! * @Morgan nods (Varick) **Molly smiles, nodding, looking to Morgan** Have you decided on a name for it... or are you still thinking of the one you had liked before? *she blushes a little* (@Morgan) Thats the name it'll have (Varick) *She blushes further, smiling, obviously touched * (Varick) Is it going to be called The Destroyer Of The Waves?! *he looks excited* * @Morgan laughs (@Morgan) not quite, no (Varick) **She giggles* (Varick) What about Storm Dancer? (@Morgan) Thats not bad actually (Varick) **Molly nods* I rather like that (Varick) **They get out of town heading east, the road becoming narrower and bumpier (Varick) **She glances at Morgan* Are you still considering a fleet? * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) aye (Varick) **She grins* Good (@Morgan) oh? (Varick) M: I am looking forward to seeing all the wonderful things you do. And decorating! * @Morgan nods slowly (@Morgan) We'll see what comes of my plans, won't we * Varick nods, looking distracted, slightly serious. This is ended by the coaching passing through a gate and coming to a stop (Varick) Molly* * @Morgan watches her for a moment before looking out of the window (Varick) **The coach man comes to open the door, and stood with him his Colonel Fuchs * @Morgan climbs out, nodding to Fuchs (@Morgan) Colonel (Varick) **Varick climbs out, jumping down on to the grass. The weather has brightened, the ground underfoot no longer feels wet (Varick) F: *he bows to Morgan and Varick (Varick) F: My Lords * @Morgan turns to help Molly out of the carriage (Varick) *M: *She smiles, looking pleased* Thank you, my Lord (Varick) **The field they are in is quiet, medium sized, and backs on to trees. In the back corners, there are around fifty wooden crosses, one hole in the ground, and the expected coffin. Aside from them, there is the priest from earlier and two grave diggers * Varick slowly looks around this secluded space, eyes as big as saucers (Varick) F: Are we waiting for Graf Sudlachenburg and Lord Edward? (@Morgan) They won't be attending (Varick) M: *She stands with Varick, a hand on his shoulder. The coach man climbs back up, and Fuchs leads the way to the graveside * @Morgan takes Varicks hand and follows Fuchs (Varick) *The walk is not far, the ground surprisingly even. Very soon the three of them are stood at her graveside. (Attention?) (@Morgan) ((around)) (Varick) **The grave diggers are stood away with their shovels. The priest has added more Vaticine finery since they saw him before. Fuchs stands on the far side of Molly, looking stoic. Molly is keeping Varick close at her side with her hand on his shoulder. He has a handful of her dress in his hand. His eyes dart around the other graves, watchful. * @Morgan squeezes his hand slightly, looking round (Varick) P: *he welcomes them, and makes a brief prayer for the consolation and relief of grief of those who mourn. Fuchs jaw looks a little tight. Molly glances at Morgan and Varick, then bows her head, a sparkle of tears at her lash line. Varick squeezes his hand back, now his attention is fully on the coffin. The field is empty, nothing alarming * @Morgan bows his head slightly (Varick) **he feels a wave of compassion and love from her** (Varick) P: We have come here to commit the body of Lady Alarice Eldreich, nee Koertig to the earth from which she came and now returns. * Varick squeezes his hand harder, and Molly kneels at his side, wrapping her arm around his back (Varick) P **In Thean* O God, Creator and Redeemer (Varick) Of all Your faithful people (Varick) Grant to the souls of all our faithful departed (Varick) Your mercy, light and peace (Varick) Lord, we pray that those we love (Varick) Who have gone before us in faith (Varick) May know Your forgiveness for their sins (Varick) And the blessings of everlasting life (Varick) In the company with the Virgin Mary (Varick) And all the angels and saints in ancient Heaven (Varick) Amen (Varick) ((Attention)) (@Morgan) ((the priest)) (Varick) **The priest looks no more moved than one would expect. The others say Amen at an appropriate moment. The grave diggers approach and take up the ropes that allow them to lower her coffin into the six foot hole. * @Morgan glances at Varick and Molly * Varick is tightly at her side, he looks stoic, but it is taking effort. She is speaking in a whisper that he cannot make out close it to him. He can still see the tears in her eyes (Varick) A whisper that Morgan can not make out close to Varick** * @Morgan kneels down, bringing himself closer to Varicks height, putting an arm around his shoulder (Varick) **they get the coffin to the bottom. Varick starts to cry quietly, holding on to them both tightly (Varick) **the grave diggers remove the rope, and they, the priest, and Fuchs retreat a good way to give the family space to do the throwing in of the first handfuls of soil and saying their personal goodbyes, as is tradition (Varick) M: if you do not wish to, Mauschen, you needn't *She strokes his hair. She glances up at Morgan, incredibly solemn* * @Morgan speaks quietly (@Morgan) its time to say goodbye Varick * Varick nods. He looks so small as he walks a few feet away to collect a handful of soil. Molly stands up, watching him. * @Morgan looks up at Molly, before back to Varick (Varick) *She looks practiced neutral mixed with solemn. Varick drops in the soil* (Varick) *his voice is wavery, tears on his cheeks* I am sorry you could not love me, or Morgan, or Molly, or Auntie Jarvie. I forgive you. Be at peace, mother. (Varick) **Molly glances at Morgan briefly* (Varick) ((Expression pls)) * @Morgan is filled with compassion for the boy * Varick comes back to them, and buries his face in Molly's skirts, sobbing. (Varick) **She wraps her arms around him, stroking the back of his hair (Varick) *She looks at Morgan, speaking quietly* I have him, if you want to take your turn, liebes herz * @Morgan nods, standing and collecting some dirt on the way to the grave (Varick) *She speaks softly to Varick, keeping an eye on Morgan's wellbeing * @Morgan speaks quietly (@Morgan) Rest cousin, you can be at peace now. (Varick) **Molly is still holding Varick when he gets back to them. Varick is still crying, but less so. She watches his approach, somehow managing to contain her emotions, looking solemnly at his face * @Morgan nods to her, moving beside Varick (Varick) **Molly gently eases Varick into Morgan, and carefully walks to the graveside soil in hand * @Morgan holds the boy close * Varick clings to him tightly ((attention)) (@Morgan) ((Molly)) (Varick) **The tears that she has managed to conceal fall now, knowing that Varick cannot see. Her head is bowed, and she speaks so quietly that even his sharp hearing cannot make it out, though he could choose to lip read * @Morgan does so (Varick) M: Alarice, I am sorry that we could not have what I have with Jarvie, I wanted that for you and I. I forgive you for what you did to me, and I am also grateful for it. Through the suffering, you have given us all so much. Go and be at peace now, with my love and thanks and absolution. *She drops the soil in. Though it is impossible, the sound of the dirt on wood sounds a little like the tinkling of a wind chime* * @Morgan looks around, intensely wary (Varick) *She heads back to them, wiping her eyes with the back of her hand to prevent Varick seeing the tears that were shed. The grave diggers wait patiently, and the priest and Fuchs are over near the carriage. There is just nothing going on out of the ordinary. * Varick continues to cry, and Molly bends down close behind him, stroking his back. She glances up at Morgan, pain and compassion in her eyes * @Morgan speaks quietly (@Morgan) come on, lets get back to the carriage (Varick) **She looks at Morgan (Varick) M: balm? * @Morgan nods, taking it out of his pocket * Varick looks at it with confusion (Varick) Wh-... what's that? (@Morgan) It was a gift to me... sniff it * Varick does so. He looks calmer but also puzzled (Varick) It doesn't smell of very much, just you two * @Morgan nods, pulling Varick to him (Varick) **Molly looks surprised, then bites her lip, deeply affected by this. She watches Morgan's face * Varick cuddles him tight, but the crying has stopped * @Morgan lifts the boy up, moving towards the carriage (Varick) **Molly goes along beside them, nodding for the grave diggers to finish the job as they pass. Fuchs opens the door, handing Molly in (Varick) **She watches Morgan, trying to ascertain whether he wants her to take Varick so he can get in, or whether he will try to do it with Varick in his arms * @Morgan leans into the carriage, passing Varick in before climbing inside (Varick) **She holds Varick on her lap, basically cradling him like a toddler. He snuggles his face into her neck. She hands Morgan the balm back. * @Morgan pockets it (Varick) **Fuchs shuts the door, sending the carriage on. Molly sings softly in Eisen to Varick* (Varick) **The journey back is a far cry from the one down there, and Varick remains quietly in her embrace the whole way. She glances at Morgan's expression now and then* * @Morgan watches the boy with compassion (Varick) **The coachman lets them out at the other end, and Molly hands their small charge to Morgan before letting the groom help her down** * @Morgan carries him through the house to the nursery * Varick looks deeply tired and drained as he looks up at Morgan (Varick) I want a nap please (@Morgan) of course my young friend * @Morgan carries him through into Varicks bedroom * Varick doesn't say anything (Varick) **his room feels slightly different, and he gets that same feeling of being watched as he did when In Faulks chapel with the Eisenfurstin * @Morgan frowns, setting the boy down, speaking quietly (@Morgan) Varick... (Varick) Yes? (@Morgan) Is there someone here? (Varick) Mae and the Eisenfurstin * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) alright then... lets get you undressed * Varick starts to take off his things down to his under clothes. He seems to be listening (Varick) Ok... that's good... okay * @Morgan helps him get into bed, waiting * Varick lies down, his attention back on Morgan, but doesn't say anything (@Morgan) What was all that about? (Varick) They wanted to tell me Lady Eldreich has gone on now * Varick looks quite calm * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Good * Varick nods. He sits up, and kisses Morgan's forehead as he had done at the polterabend, and then the day before yesterday. (Varick) I love you Morgan (@Morgan) I love you too Varick * Varick lies back down, closing his eyes. He's rapidly asleep * @Morgan quietly leaves the room (Varick) **There's no sign of Molly, and he realises he didn't hear her follow him up (@Morgan) [where are you blossom?] (Varick) [*wincing sharply* on my way] ** You're now known as Molly (Molly) **There's no sign of Marta either** * Molly arrives a couple of minutes later, carrying a tray with pots, cups and biscuits. On the surface of the tray is spilt tea and some spilt milk (@Morgan) my fault I take it? * Molly blushes (Molly) It's... I wasn't being careful enough... (Molly) ((Attention?)) (@Morgan) ((her)) * Molly looks quite neutral. She has a red mark on the soft pad of skin by her thumb, nearest the teapot. She sets the tray down on the table (@Morgan) oh blossom, you've been burned * Molly drops her hand to her side (Molly) It's nothing, it's fine. Don't worry * @Morgan watches her (@Morgan) I thought we agreed not to hide like that anymore * Molly looks pained by this (Molly) Alright. Yes, it is a burn, yes it hurt, that's why I poured some milk on it (@Morgan) I wouldn't have thought of that * Molly smiles (Molly) Kitchen maid lessons, day three. * @Morgan nods, pointing to a chair before pouring the tea * Molly looks unsure a moment, then sits (@Morgan) How are you faring? * Molly inhales deeply (Molly) Without hiding? * @Morgan nods slowly (Molly) Badly. It was hard, in a myriad of different ways. (@Morgan) What can I do to help you? * Molly looks almost embarrassed to be asking (Molly) You could just let me sit on your lap and hold me for a minute? * @Morgan nods, bringing two cups of tea over and setting them on a side table before sitting near her * Molly moves along, sitting on his lap, curling herself into him. She sighs (Molly) It was hard, seeing him so distressed... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) very * Molly moves so her head is under his chin (Molly) And it was painful, watching you both at a graveside, having come so very close to you both having to do that to bury me * @Morgan nods (Molly) Much as I tried for it not to, that thought kept coming back to me as I watched you (@Morgan) You dont need to brood on it blossom (Molly) I know, liebes herz. But knowing and doing is not the same thing, and Marta said it is to be expected (@Morgan) Then we'll work with it in the knowledge that it is not a bad sign * Molly nods (Molly) She said to expect an element of survivor's guilt * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that can be difficult * Molly nods (Molly) I had that with the sinking of The Rose, and it is something people can be prone to * @Morgan nods (Molly) *he can see her rubbing her thumb on the underside of the band on the Sudlache ring inside her closed hand * @Morgan holds her closer to him, kissing the top of her head * Molly thanks him quietly, her body relaxing further ** Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) ** Morgan has joined #7thseaic ** ChanServ sets mode(s) +o Morgan ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Saturday, 3 October 2020 21:31:57 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to irc.blitzed.org:6667… -NickServ- Welcome to Blitzed IRC Network, MollyK! Here on Blitzed IRC Network, we provide services to enable the registration of nicknames and channels! For details, type /msg NickServ help and /msg ChanServ help. ** You have joined #7thseaic ** Molly has quit (Ping timeout: 250 seconds) ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Saturday, 3 October 2020 21:38:42 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) Did-... **There's a knock on the door. Molly sighs a little, moving away from him in preparation of standing up** * @Morgan sighs, standing and going to the door (Molly) **Adalbrecht is outside (@Morgan) Father ** You're now known as Adalbrecht (Adalbrecht) Morgan. I wanted to come and see how you all are * @Morgan nods, letting him in * Adalbrecht comes in, taking a seat, and then Molly gives him coffee. She looks to Morgan (Adalbrecht) M: liebes herz, I got mud on my dress whilst kneeling down, I will just go and get changed (@Morgan) as you wish blossom (Adalbrecht) **Molly nods {relief} and goes to their room * @Morgan sits back down * Adalbrecht sips his coffee, watching her go before looking to Morgan (Adalbrecht) How is Varick? (@Morgan) Sleeping. It affected him more than perhaps expected * Adalbrecht nods, looking saddened (Adalbrecht) I can appreciate that * @Morgan nods (Adalbrecht) Did His Grace attend? (@Morgan) No, it was just the three of us * Adalbrecht seems to be watching for judgement in Morgan's expression (@Morgan) I'm not sure if that made it easier or harder for him (Adalbrecht) He does not have the same closeness with Edward and I as he does with you * @Morgan nods (Adalbrecht) He said his goodbye? (@Morgan) aye (Adalbrecht) Good. It is important to have that closure * Adalbrecht sips his coffee (@Morgan) aye, hopefully he can move on from it now * Adalbrecht nods (Adalbrecht) He has the two of you and a new life now * @Morgan nods (Adalbrecht) He seems very happy with you (@Morgan) apparently I'm doing a good job (Adalbrecht) Apparently? (@Morgan) So he tells me * Adalbrecht nods (Adalbrecht) He is in agreement with the rest of us (@Morgan) the rest of you? (Adalbrecht) Myself, your Mother, the Forresters Edward. It is clear to us all how loved and well cared for Varick is * @Morgan nods slowly (Adalbrecht) I know you had reservations initially about taking on a fatherly role with him, but you have done admirably (@Morgan) I'm glad you think so * Adalbrecht nods (Adalbrecht) And I am sure you will continue that in the future... {guilt} (@Morgan) We'll find out, won't we * Adalbrecht sips his coffee (Adalbrecht) Indeed. How are you? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) well enough. You? * Adalbrecht thinks about it (Adalbrecht) Nostalgic (@Morgan) oh? (Adalbrecht) The old days, when you were all small, and there were four children running around the lawns of die Dauerhaftigkeit, Hans and I watching proudly, your Mother and Mathilda imaging the wondrous futures you would all have * @Morgan nods, sipping his tea (Adalbrecht) Theus willing, her last minute prayer of repentance was enough to see her at rest with her parents... **he develops a particularly studious gaze of the surface of his coffee, micro expressions of upset (@Morgan) I'm sure she is * Adalbrecht nods slowly, taking a moment to compose himself (Adalbrecht) I have written to your Mother and Jarvinia so that they hear it from us first (@Morgan) Jarvie already knew what would be happening... she'd heard about her attempt on Molly * Adalbrecht nods (Adalbrecht) Good. I am glad she will be prepared * @Morgan nods (Adalbrecht) Edward tells me you have decided we will join you to Atemlos and then rejoin you before sailing * @Morgan nods (Adalbrecht) If you change your mind, we will understand (@Morgan) No, I want you keeping my wife and son safe in Atemlos... she might well drag you dress shopping though * Adalbrecht nods slowly (Adalbrecht) We will take very good care of them. And Edward is keen to show off his knowledge and keen eye for fashion * @Morgan nods (Adalbrecht) I would not be letting this happen if I felt there was any risk to her from Edward. (@Morgan) Nor would I. He was very cagey about what you spoke about, but asked me to leave it alone... much as not knowing something irks me, thats what i've done * Adalbrecht sips his coffee (Adalbrecht) I appreciate that would be difficult * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) extremely (Adalbrecht) You will take my assurance that it is not something that puts them at risk. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) As I took his * Adalbrecht nods (Adalbrecht) I appreciate that would be difficult also (@Morgan) Not as difficult as you'd imagine (Adalbrecht) _I_ would find it very difficult, I think * @Morgan nods (Adalbrecht) *he sips his coffee* And how is Molly? (@Morgan) She's struggling with it all... to be expected. * Adalbrecht nods (Adalbrecht) It has been a very hard week for her... * @Morgan nods (Adalbrecht) She is comfortable with Edward and I staying with them? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I think so * Adalbrecht nods (Adalbrecht) Good. You are hoping to leave on Monday to arrive in Atemlos late on Wednesday? (@Morgan) Tuesday at the latest... I need to be sure Molly is well enough * Adalbrecht nods slowly (Adalbrecht) If needs be, Edward and I can wait here until she is well enough, and travel at the end of the week to arrive in Zweibrucke on Saturday (@Morgan) We'll see * Adalbrecht sips his coffee (Adalbrecht) When do you expect to know by? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) we have to play it by ear * Adalbrecht nods, and finishes his coffee (Adalbrecht) If you will excuse me, there are things I want to get done in town * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) of course * Adalbrecht stands up, inclining his head, and heads out * @Morgan waits for him to leave before heading into the bedroom ** You're now known as Molly * Molly is wearing the old cornflower blue dress she had at Catherine's, one of three that were cast offs. The yellow one was destroyed by the nearly avoid rape by the debt collectors, and the pink one they burnt at the beginning of the week after his nightmare. She is reapplying her mascara, again. * @Morgan watches her * Molly is focused on not sticking the brush into her eye * Molly briefly glances at him as she swaps sides (Molly) At this rate, liebes herz, it will take your whole fortune to keep me in this stuff! * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) if needs must, as long as we are together * Molly smiles a minute, checking the evenness (Molly) Even if that means we live in a tent in a field somewhere in rural Avalon? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) even if * Molly smiles, turning around (Molly) In Avebury, where we can dance In the ways His Grace's guests would faint at? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) That would be acceptable * Molly looks mock thoughtful (Molly) So to get you to hold me that tight and dance with me, all I need to do is fritter away thousands of guilders and get you disowned? (@Morgan) Not necessarily... (Molly) No? There are other methods that are more frugal? *She giggles* (@Morgan) I should think so * Molly stands up (Molly) Shall we go back out there and finish our tea? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) if you're comfortable to (Molly) I cannot spend all day in here crying, so yes * @Morgan nods, heading back into the parlour * Molly goes along, finding her tea and a chair * Molly watches what he is doing * @Morgan sits down with his cup, sipping the tea (Molly) What did your Father have to say? (@Morgan) He came to see how we were... (Molly) What did you say? * Molly sips the tea, glancing at the red mark briefly as she cradles the cup (@Morgan) That you were having a hard time with everything thats happened this week, that Varick is alright... (Molly) And you, liebling. How did you tell him you are? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) he didn't ask (@Morgan) I told him I'm well enough (Molly) And are you? *she watches over the rim* no hiding please. * Molly smiles slightly * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'm not sure how much I grieve... and until Varick and yourself are better, I don't find that to be a problem * Molly frowns slightly (Molly) You must not pause your own feelings for us, liebling (@Morgan) I'm not, but I'm not particularly concerned about forcing them either * Molly nods (Molly) You will feel what you will feel? * @Morgan nods (Molly) And how is your Father feeling? (@Morgan) The word he used was nostalgic * Molly smiles (Molly) That is surprisingly whimsical for him (@Morgan) I'm not so sure... he was thinking back to the times the four of us were playing in the grounds... * Molly smiles (Molly) I should imagine those were happy times * @Morgan nods (Molly) You were lucky to have a sibling and cousins close in age (@Morgan) aye (Molly) That is not something Varick will have, sadly (@Morgan) No, but we can only do our best * Molly nods (Molly) As long as he is happy just the three of us for a fee more years * @Morgan nods * Molly starts to look serious, sipping her tea, before mentally shaking it off (@Morgan) blossom... * Molly smiles a little (Molly) Sorry. I was thinking about the issue of _that_ appearing in the next generations (@Morgan) A slight distraction, perhaps? (Molly) I do not understand? (@Morgan) As in, would you like one... * Molly smiles (Molly) I would always take whatever you offer me... *She smirks* (@Morgan) You've finally dealt with the Nieblungen... infuriating, isn't it (Molly) It is very, very puzzling. It brings up so many questions that I both yearn and fear to ask * @Morgan nods (Molly) Perhaps I could ask and then ask them to clear my memory of it if I do not like the answer (@Morgan) Its a possibility I suppose (Molly) But then if they can give me that answer, is that because I need it, as with how you and I both had to retain that memory? * Molly sips her tea (@Morgan) I don't know... but given they can do that with memories... their not being allowed to tell me something makes no sense.... * Molly watches him (Molly) Given how genuine the second memory seems, how do you know they did not give you the answer and just change your memory? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I just have to trust them in that * Molly nods (Molly) And in everything else, I suspect * Molly sighs * @Morgan nods (Molly) Some of the questions are just so big. And some of them are just so deep. * Molly 's expression is troubled not playful * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) If we are not meant to know, they simply won't tell us (Molly) Religion... the nature of fate... destiny. I do not know if I even want to look at the horror I could discover there {distress, brooding} * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) There's no point brooding on it, blossom. (Molly) No, I know. *She glances at him* I am just in a very emotional, pensive mood, and neither of the things that can fix that are plausible. (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) I am not allowed to ride until tomorrow * @Morgan nods (Molly) And gathering up speed on horseback has always been the quickest way to blow these cobwebs away * @Morgan nods (Molly) I also should not drink (@Morgan) Absolutely (Molly) And as for the other... I wouldn't dream of imposing upon you like that ((this was something she said in the nightmare)) *She looks amused rather than intentional* (@Morgan) I don't think it'd be appropriate anyway blossom, regardless of my desire to (Molly) *she smiles* Just knowing it would be your desire, on a less sad day, helps. Did you ask your Father about the secret thing he and Edward were discussing? (@Morgan) I mentioned it, but I left it alone, as Edward requested (@Morgan) Father assured me he would tell me if there was any risk to you or Varick * Molly frowns (Molly) I have now developed a curiosity into what this is... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I didn't say _you_ wouldn't ask * Molly smiles (Molly) Short of commanding me not to, I am not sure that is preventable * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I do not command anything unless its absolutely vital (Molly) I know, liebes herz, and I do appreciate that my autonomy is important to you * @Morgan nods (Molly) How about this... *She widens her eyes, looking both solemn and troubled* Father, I understand that something has been discussed about the Atemlos trip that is being kept between four eyes, but I need you to know that this is distressing to me, and playing on my mind. Though I respect that some things are secret between men, it would set my burdened heart at rest were you able to let me know what it is concerning and allow me to look forward to my trip with you and my brother in law... (Molly) You and my brother in law... (@Morgan) thats remarkably devious blossom * @Morgan nods slowly * Molly looks unsure of herself a moment (Molly) Do you approve of that deviousness, or dislike it? (@Morgan) As long as that deviousness is not pointed in my direction... * Molly frowns deeply (Molly) No, liebes herz. Though there may be times when I am careful around you, it is from compassion, not deviousness (@Morgan) Then I approve of it indeed * Molly smiles (Molly) Even though it is far more Eisen of me than I used to be? * Molly sips her tea (@Morgan) No, hitting someone would be far more Eisen * Molly smiles (Molly) I had not considered learning hand to hand combat... * Molly smirks a little (@Morgan) Claudia has a new style to show you... (Molly) Oh yes, you said. I think I distracted you. What is it? (@Morgan) fluid... * Molly looks intrigued (@Morgan) its hard to explain really... its almost... sensuous I suppose * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) Interesting... * Molly starts to blush * Molly brings her attention back to him (Molly) It is not a word I would generally associate with Claudia... (@Morgan) no... its not bad, either, being something that isn't taught, its harder to defend against (Molly) You have fought against it? (@Morgan) we sparred yesterday first thing * Molly gets a look of mischief in her eyes (Molly) And did you find that... strange? * @Morgan nods (Molly) I need to master this skill I think... (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) Well, fighting in a sensuous manner is about the only hope I will ever have of besting you! * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) maybe... (Molly) It is still very unlikely *She giggles* (@Morgan) fairly, aye (Molly) Oh, but if I do it in my new dress slip from under my ball gown, all expensive and white organza *her tone sounds innocent, eyes definitely not. She looks to have been brought out of her pensiveness* (@Morgan) I believe thats called an unfair advantage (Molly) Not at all. You have an unfair advantage with superior size and strength and training... * Molly smirks (Molly) It would merely be redressing the biological unfairness. (@Morgan) Thats true I suppose * Molly feigns tjoughtfulness (Molly) Perhaps I could fight a group of Eisen soldiers that way and win (@Morgan) Probably * Molly loses the amusement, sipping her tea (Molly) I would not, of course. (@Morgan) of course * Molly nods slightly (@Morgan) It would most likely work, mind * Molly smiles a little (Molly) Perhaps, liebes herz. (Molly) Maybe Marta will permit me to train if only wooden training swords are used (@Morgan) maybe... we won't know until we ask * Molly nods (Molly) Would you prefer I refresh my skills with you, or learn this with Claudia? (@Morgan) I think Claudia's style would suit you * Molly nods, thoughtful. Her fingers go to her lower lip a moment. (Molly) I think I should go and nap for a little while, whilst I am not needed * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) as you wish blossom * Molly smiles, though it doesn't quite reach her eyes (Molly) Rest will help, I think. If you need me, you can wake me * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) sleep well my darling * Molly smiles, nodding (Molly) I will do my best * Molly heads into the bedroom ** Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) ** Morgan has joined #7thseaic ** ChanServ sets mode(s) +o Morgan (Molly) **He finds himself alone and at a loose end, not wanting to leaving incase they need him, but with nothing to do, giving him time to brood on the day * @Morgan stretches out on the couch, settling to doze (Molly) **He is only lightly asleep, but he dreams of being the the schwarzenwald at sunset, and hears that whispering noise he now knows is the Mind Of The Mines. He knows he is dreaming * @Morgan walks slowly through the forest (Molly) **he spots a compass on the ground, dark metal, fancy, engraved, and identical to the one in his nightmare that Molly had * @Morgan smiles slightly, picking it up (Molly) It is pointing East South-east * @Morgan taps it (Molly) It doesn't change, the needle fidgeting a moment before returning to ESE * @Morgan heads in that direction (Molly) **he starts to hear a stream * @Morgan continues ESE (Molly) *he hears the sound of water moving, though cannot see through the trees * @Morgan checks the direction of the sound (Molly) It is east South easy, and the need is pointing towards it * @Morgan continues in that direction (Molly) *in the real world, there is the sound of approaching footsteps outside the nursery * @Morgan opens his eyes (Molly) **there is a brief tap on the door * @Morgan rolls off the couch, going to open the door ** You're now known as Marta * Marta is taking off her cloak as she waits (Marta) My Lord (@Morgan) Marta, you are well? * Marta nods (Marta) I had someone to see. *She waits to be let it* * @Morgan moves out of her way (@Morgan) Would you like some coffee? * Marta smiles, and hangs up her cloak (Marta) Yes, please * @Morgan makes the coffee * Marta comes to take a seat * @Morgan brings her coffee, returning to pour himself some (Marta) How are they? (Marta) **the mantle clock chimes four times, and it turns out he was dozing for more than an hour * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) as well as can be expected (Marta) Good, I am glad to hear it *She sips her coffee* And you, my Lord? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) well enough * Marta nods (Marta) I expect no problems with Molly being ready to travel on Monday, but I am afraid I will have to return home at that point. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) is all well? * Marta nods (Marta) Quite well. There has been a lucky lull this week in my work, but there is a birth due next week, and the lady is recently widowed * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I would hope your work from here out is less eventful * Marta nods wryly (Marta) As do I. I don't know my heart would hold up to that again! * @Morgan nods (Marta) At the time, it was odd. I had moments of calm, almost like I could feel that reassuring presence I used to have when I was training and my Mother was supervising me. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) That must have been comforting * Marta nods (Marta) Very. Molly has asked that when the time comes, I will attend her in Sudlachenburg * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I would be very pleased if you would * Marta smiles, nodding (Marta) I would allow you to be there, if she wished (@Morgan) Thats quite the complement (Marta) Indeed. You showed a calm and composure I did not believe it was possible for a husband to have in any of the situations I work in * @Morgan nods (Marta) Even the other midwives were impressed * Marta sips her coffee (@Morgan) As long as I have a direction to work in, I can deal with most things... * Marta nods (Marta) I suspect being here and doing something was easier * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) On the upside, much work got done during the rest of the day * Marta nods (Marta) I am sure that was welcome (@Morgan) the housekeeper objected to it, quite strenuously * @Morgan sips his coffee * Marta smiles (Marta) Housekeepers and midwives tend to be very bossy * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I may have noticed that * Marta nods (Marta) I ought to apologise for it, given your status * @Morgan shakes his head (@Morgan) No, I dont think so * Marta nods (Marta) **there's another knock at the door** * @Morgan goes to answer it ** You're now known as Fuchs * Fuchs inclines his head (@Morgan) Colonel (Fuchs) My Lord, I have a message from His Grace (@Morgan) go on (Fuchs) He will be dining privately this evening. He says if you want or need to talk to him, about anything, you can find him in his private drawing room. Your family are still welcome to use the drawing room. Graf Seeufer will be heading back to his own house across the lake shortly, and Stef and I will also be going home before then * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Thank you colonel (Fuchs) How are you all? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) we're managing (Fuchs) If I, or Stef, can help at all, we are available as needed * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I appreciate that * Fuchs inclines his head before walking off * @Morgan closes the door, going back to his seat * Fuchs has found her knitting and is working on what appears to be a newborn size cardigan in cream wool, almost finished ** You're now known as Marta (Marta) Molly is napping again? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) as is Varick * Marta nods (Marta) Sleep is always a valuable tool in my business * @Morgan nods (Marta) Now that the business of the day is resolved, you will be trying the herbs I gave you, my Lord? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I expect so (Marta) You need to take care of you to take care of them (Marta) ** there are sounds of movement in Varick's room* * @Morgan nods * Marta looks in that direction, finishing her coffee, and starts tidying ** You're now known as Varick * Varick comes out in his clothes, having dressed himself * @Morgan puts his coffee aside, holding his arms out to him * Varick climbs into his lap, cuddling him (Varick) I had a dream (@Morgan) oh? (Varick) I was a cat, and climbing up the mast to the bucket in the sky, and Captain Ulysses was chasing me, but I was faster (@Morgan) Interesting (@Morgan) its a crows nest, since we're talking about it (Varick) I was yellow, like my hair. There were no crows. (Varick) **Marta excuses herself to go down to the kitchens to arrange Varicks tea and more coffee* (@Morgan) you were yellow and faster than captain Ulysses... sounds exciting (Varick) I used my claws in the mast, it felt tingly in my fingers (@Morgan) I see * Varick nods (Varick) Are you sad? (@Morgan) A little... are you? * Varick thinks about it (Varick) Yes, but not like I was with my daddy * @Morgan nods (Varick) The priest said the prayers in Thean at his funeral too * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) thats traditional (Varick) Marta was there too * @Morgan nods (Varick) Why weren't you there? ((It was 6m after the fire, and he was in Avebury working and hiding from Yensid)) * @Morgan I was in Avalon (Varick) Did you try to come to the funeral? (@Morgan) I didn't know about it. I had run away * Varick frowns, looking at him (Varick) From monsters? (@Morgan) No... from something that made me very sad (Varick) When the lady in the village died? * @Morgan nods (Varick) That is a long way to go * @Morgan nods (Varick) I am glad you came back (@Morgan) so am I (Varick) Did you stop being so sad? (@Morgan) Sort of... it doesn't go away, but its easier to carry * Varick nods (Varick) I am still sad about my daddy, but it hurts smaller (@Morgan) exactly * Varick is quiet a minute (Varick) I am sad about Lady Eldreich, but different * @Morgan nods (Varick) With my daddy, I am sad about what we had. With her, I am sad about what we did not have. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that makes perfect sense * Varick nods (Varick) And I am sad about my real mother too * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I think we need to talk about her * Varick nods, mildly confused (Varick) Okay (@Morgan) I think you need to know who she is (Varick) Natasha. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) You've seen her... * Varick looks confused (Varick) But she died when I was a baby * @Morgan nods, watching him * Varick still looks confused (@Morgan) You see her in Koln... (Varick) She is the one who can be the animal ghosts too? * @Morgan nods * Varick thinks for a while (Varick) I liked her * @Morgan nods (Varick) She used to sit with me when I was sad * Varick looks thoughtful (Varick) I think she wanted to talk to me, but she couldn't (@Morgan) possibly, aye (Varick) She had a bad throat... * @Morgan nods (Varick) She was a crow sometimes. She could have gone in the crow's nest (@Morgan) absolutely... now, if your mother could be other animals... there's a chance, in time, you might be able to as well * Varick looks excited (Varick) Really? (@Morgan) maybe... but like talking to the ghosts, it needs to be a secret. People would be very scared * Varick sighs (Varick) People are silly * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) unfortunately, they are scared of things they don't understand (Varick) But I could maybe be a cat? (@Morgan) its not the animal they would be scared of... its that you could change into one... (Varick) It would be fun though * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I imagine so, aye (@Morgan) I think thats why you can understand what they're feeling, too * Varick closes his eyes, obviously trying to concentrate hard (Varick) **Nothing changes * Varick looks at Morgan (Varick) Am I still a boy? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye * Varick sighs (Varick) Okay (Varick) I tried to be a cat (@Morgan) It looks like its not meant to happen yet then * Varick looks at Morgan (Varick) Are _you_ scared I could change to an animal? (@Morgan) I'm worried what others would do (Varick) But I could be a bird and fly away (@Morgan) but when you come back... and you've got your Freiarrdom to run when you are older * Varick nods (Varick) That would be bad * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) exactly (Varick) Have to be careful * @Morgan nods (Varick) If I am a dog, would you throw sticks for me? * @Morgan smiles (@Morgan) you don't need to be a dog for me to throw sticks for you... (@Morgan) though people may think it odd if a small boy is chasing sticks * Varick laughs, then looks sad again (Varick) I forgot about Lady Eldreich dying, then I felt sad because I was happy (@Morgan) You're allowed to be happy Varick * Varick shrugs (Varick) Feels wrong to be happy (@Morgan) I know, but it isn't * Varick nods (Varick) Don't want to be sad (@Morgan) I know. Nor do I (Varick) Are you sad a lot? (@Morgan) Less than I used to be * Varick nods (Varick) That's good. Were you sad in Avalon? (@Morgan) extremely * Varick looks sad at this (Varick) Did you miss her? (@Morgan) who? (Varick) The lady from the village * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) very much (Varick) Was she nice? * @Morgan nice * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) yes, she was * Varick goes quiet, listening to someone * Varick then nods, bringing his attention back (Varick) Did you miss Uncle Addie and Auntie Verity and Auntie Jarvie and Uncle Edward while you were in Avalon? (@Morgan) I didn't think about it much... I was too busy being sad * Varick hugs him tighter (Varick) Did you know me before you ran away? (@Morgan) No, I didn't (Varick) Will we stay where you lived when we get to Avalon? (@Morgan) I'm not sure... its a rather dangerous place, and I want to keep you safe (Varick) Molly said I can see her parents farm and see my sort-of cousins * @Morgan nods (Varick) Have you been to the farm and seen the children? (@Morgan) I've been there, but I've only met one of Molly's brothers (Varick) Is he nice? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye * Varick listens again (Varick) Molly had lots of brothers and sisters * @Morgan nods (Varick) But ten of them died * @Morgan nods (Varick) That's sad (@Morgan) yes it is * Varick looks sad (Varick) If you and Molly have babies, will that happen? (@Morgan) Hopefully not (Varick) I would be very sad (@Morgan) as would we (Varick) My sister died * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) yes she did * Varick nods slowly (Varick) I didn't get to see hee (Varick) Her* * @Morgan nods * Varick looks thoughtful (Varick) Was she the baby that cried in Koln ((her ghost was there, waiting to be named, and she passed over when Molly said her name should be Mae)) * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye (Varick) So I did meet her, sort of. I used to tell her not to be sad (@Morgan) did you? * Varick nods (Varick) I want to be a good brother * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) me too * Varick looks confused (Varick) To Uncle Edward? * @Morgan nods (Varick) That's nice. Do you think I will be a good brother? (@Morgan) I do * Varick nods (Varick) Will you teach me about being a brother? (@Morgan) I'll try (Varick) What is Avalon like? (@Morgan) Not _that_ different to Eisen, but less rain (Varick) **Marta returns, after far longer than expected, with food on a tray, and Katherine in tow with drinks* (Varick) Which do you like better? (@Morgan) They both have their merits * Varick hugs Morgan tightly a minute (Varick) *quietly* You wouldn't have run away if Molly had died? (@Morgan) I made a promise to look after you, I wouldn't leave you * Varick nods (Varick) I would have been very, very, very sad. (@Morgan) so would I (Varick) But we would have been sad together (@Morgan) yes we would * Varick hops off, going to the table ** Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) ** Morgan has joined #7thseaic ** ChanServ sets mode(s) +o Morgan ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 4 October 2020 19:05:40 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** You're now known as Katherine * Katherine keeps watching him as she arranges the table, trying to catch his eye * @Morgan moves to her * Katherine speaks quietly (Katherine) I have some gossip, my lord * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) go on (Katherine) Graf Seeufer has had a huge row with Mistress Holbein, and was saying to His Grace that their arrangement was likely at an end * Katherine is watching to see his reaction to the gossip * @Morgan nods slowly (@Morgan) I wonder what they rowed about (Katherine) I don't know, but apparently she tried to defy him and he reminded her that he is a Graf (@Morgan) I'll bet that went well (Katherine) He and the Grafin were being made to live here, but he has packed up this afternoon and is moving home this evening (@Morgan) Thats happened rather quickly * Katherine nods (Katherine) Especially as Mia saw them being very friendly when they left to go to hers last night *She giggles* * @Morgan nods (Katherine) She's been his mistress for a long time, they've never rowed like he always has with the others (@Morgan) must have been something fairly monumental they've fallen out over then * Katherine nods (Katherine) I reckon so. Do you want us to keep an ear out, my Lord? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) please * Katherine curtsies, heading out (Katherine) **Marta watches briefly before suggesting that he wakes Molly if she has been asleep a while, and he guesses it must be almost an hour and a half * @Morgan nods, heading into the bedroom ** You're now known as Molly * Molly is sleeping on her side, hugging his shirt again * @Morgan goes to her, gently waking her * Molly smiles on seeing his face (Molly) I will never get sick of waking up this way... (@Morgan) I hope not * Molly glances at the little clock (Molly) I did not intend to sleep so long (@Morgan) No, I slept for about an hour... * Molly looks surprised (Molly) You slept?! In the day? (@Morgan) well, dozed * Molly nods (Molly) Did you have nightmares? (@Morgan) No, a dream where I was walking towards the sound of water * Molly looks puzzled (Molly) That's odd (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) I cannot say I have ever dreamed of something like that (@Morgan) it was a little strange... * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I've also spoken with Varick... * Molly sits up a little, briefly kissing his cheek before resting against the pillows (Molly) How is he? (@Morgan) sad, but not in the same way as he was for his father... (Molly) Understandable, given how different their relationships were * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I've also spoken with him about Natasha (Molly) How did he take it? (@Morgan) quite well, actually (Molly) That surprises me * @Morgan nods (Molly) Do you think he will feel better now he can put a face to the name? (@Morgan) I think so... he says she used to sit with him when he was sad * Molly nods sadly (Molly) Poor boy (@Morgan) we've spoken about her abilities too... given his latest dream I thought it wise (Molly) What did he dream? (@Morgan) That he was a cat and racing Captain Ulysses up a mast... he said it made his fingers tingle * Molly nods slowly (Molly) It _could_ be a coincidence... (@Morgan) mayne (@Morgan) I wasn't willing to take that chance (Molly) No. It's right that he is prepared so that if it happens he knows to find us not hide from us * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that was my thinking (Molly) Great minds, liebes herz *she smiles* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) The Eisenfurst will be dining alone tonight * Molly frowns a little (Molly) Is he unwell? (@Morgan) Not as far as I'm aware. Isiah has had a row with his mistress, so I suspect thats laid extra tension on him * Molly looks intrigued (Molly) Sabine, or a different one? (@Morgan) Sabine (Molly) Interesting... I wonder why? (@Morgan) I don't know, but she did not join him at the execution either (Molly) She was planning to? (@Morgan) I don't know, but I wouldn't be surprised (Molly) I would not be shocked at all (Molly) Are you planning to be nosey, my love? *she smiles* (@Morgan) Maybe. (Molly) You are intrigued too? (@Morgan) I am rather, but at the same time... * Molly watches questioningly (Molly) Yes? (@Morgan) The things that matter to me are here and safe, and, aside from a couple of things, I'm sorely tempted to accept that and leave the rest alone * Molly smiles playfully (Molly) I hope I am one of those things that matter (@Morgan) of course blossom (Molly) What are the things you are not wanting to leave alone (@Morgan) Our strange little friends in the mines... (Molly) Do you know what you wish to ask? * @Morgan shakes his head (@Morgan) Not really (Molly) I would like to know whether _that_ is something we need to worry about our children having * @Morgan nods (Molly) Also whether our talents are permanent * Molly looks thoughtful (@Morgan) You think they are not? (Molly) It has only been nine weeks... it is possible * Molly watches him closely * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I had not considered that (Molly) Would it be disappointing? (@Morgan) I'm not sure (Molly) ((Expression pls)) (@Morgan) ((troubled)) (Molly) It bothers you that it might be, or that you might miss it? (@Morgan) It has proven useful on several occasions now... as has yours * Molly nods (Molly) I would miss it * @Morgan nods (Molly) It is part of who I am now (@Morgan) aye (Molly) Besides, with _eight_ more Koertig children, it seems like a very useful talent to have! (@Morgan) Indeed (Molly) Plus, I seem to attract danger! (@Morgan) There is that, yes * Molly sighs a moment, looking troubled (@Morgan) what troubles you? (Molly) I want to know about what they did to save me, and why, and how it ties to the occlusion in the stone, but I am concerned about the answers * Molly looks at the tear drop stone on her finger * @Morgan nods (Molly) It troubles you also? (@Morgan) aye (@Morgan) I dont think they'll give you an answer, mind (Molly) Perhaps not. And perhaps that is better. I don't know that I would want any answers that could affect how you feel about me * Molly keeps her gaze on the ring (@Morgan) I dont see that could ever happen * Molly shrugs (Molly) Perhaps not. * Molly changes subject {avoidant} (Molly) I would like to know more about the other man who went in the Mine * @Morgan takes her hand (@Morgan) blossom, hear me on this... nothing in this world could change how I feel about you * Molly bites her lip. She looks a bit hesitant (Molly) Anything involving destiny will always make me wary, I think * @Morgan nods (Molly) I just... *she sighs* We should go and check on Varick (@Morgan) Varick is fine with Marta * Molly nods a little, still not making eye contact (Molly) **she doesn't seem to know what to say* (@Morgan) you just what, blossom? (Molly) I... *she bows her head* I just don't want to be the reason you lost them (@Morgan) They didn't expect to see me today... they expected me tomorrow... It seems they can see some things, but perhaps not influence peoples actions. * Molly shakes her head, loosening her grip on his hand "I am sorry, I don't think I should be as open as this" * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) Then you will not expect the same from me * Molly starts crying * @Morgan gathers her up into his arms (Molly) I just do not want to hurt or displease you. I am scared. (@Morgan) You do not need to be scared * Molly seems to war a moment internally (Molly) I am scared we will discover that for me to be here "as it should be" meant you would have to lose them, and then you would never be able to look at me without knowing it was my fault **the words tumble out, and then she sobs* (@Morgan) I dont believe that to be the case. * Molly just clings to him a moment (Molly) I am sorry, liebes herz. I was not expecting this to all come out like this * Molly moves away a little * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) its fine blossom * Molly looks up at him, watching his expression * @Morgan watches her solemnly (Molly) I love you. I can not think of anything else to say (@Morgan) and I love you blossom * Molly nods, moving back further * Molly watches him again, clearly trying to read how tense or angry he is, her expression cautious, submissive * @Morgan watches her, concerned (Molly) I suppose how is one of those moments I must ask you to imagine yourself in my place... (@Morgan) No, you don't need to (Molly) No? (@Morgan) I understand _why_ you worry. But you needn't blossom. * Molly nods a little. In her other hand, she holds a handful of his shirt she was sleeping with (Molly) **she frowns deeply* I want to be as open with you as you wish for me to be but I am afraid of hurting or distressing you (@Morgan) I know blossom (Molly) Maybe with time, I will find that easier, be less guarded * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) and I will be here when that day comes * Molly 's eyes fill up again (Molly) You deserve so much better, liebes herz (@Morgan) Nonsense (Molly) I have always wanted and strived to be better so that I would feel worthy of you (@Morgan) blossom, you really don't need to think like that * Molly smiles slightly (Molly) Knowing you, I could quite imagine you feeling similar (@Morgan) Thats beside the point * Molly smiles more (Molly) I rather think not * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) yes, it is * Molly shakes her head (Molly) Nuh uh. And that is my final word on it. *she smiles, some of the tension slipping out of her shoulders, her forehead * (@Morgan) Well, then I've won this disagreement, since you've said your final word, and anything I say now overrides it * Molly smiles (Molly) No, for you see that the disagreement concluded with my final word. Now you are just arguing against a canonised fact. (@Morgan) Sadly not blossom (Molly) As you say, Almighty Overlord! *she giggles* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) indeed... as I say * Molly watches him with a smile (Molly) Must you always come out on top? *she then blushes* (@Morgan) Not at all (Molly) Will you only be able to get answers from them tomorrow? (@Morgan) That is when I am expected * Molly smiles slightly (Molly) Given your contrarian nature, that must be challanging * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) indeed (Molly) But go you will, because with answers about the talents, you will rest easier? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I think it best we find out what we can * Molly nods slowly (Molly) Do you think you will be allowed in the Mine again? (@Morgan) I have no idea. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) at some point... perhaps not tomorrow (Molly) Does that please you? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Though the fact they will not tell me _why_ bothers me (Molly) That would be frustrating to me. I should imagine it will be nice to see the Mine without it being such a sudden surprise * @Morgan nods (Molly) If only you could send your thoughts to me in pictures, as I can to you (@Morgan) I'm not sure it would be a good idea to try in there (Molly) Yes, you would not want to explode the raw Dracheneisen *she blushes and giggles* (@Morgan) quite (Molly) I should imagine it's the most beautiful thing ever (@Morgan) Not quite... (Molly) No? *she tries to think of places he has admired before* the drachen cathedral? (@Morgan) I was thinking you, actually * Molly blushes hard, looking at him (Molly) Me? More beautiful than a Dracheneisen Mine?! * @Morgan nods (Molly) Thank you, that is very touching * Molly glances at him with mischief (Molly) More beautiful than Edward said the drachen was? (@Morgan) More beautiful than a thing I have not seen? (Molly) Or more beautiful than what you imagine from what he said (@Morgan) oh, absolutely * Molly giggles (Molly) You are a shameless flirt, Veisgraf Sudlachenburg, and I adore it! (@Morgan) one tries ones best (Molly) You are already perfect * Molly smiles at him fondly (@Morgan) far from it (Molly) Perfect enough to have entrapped and enthralled me (@Morgan) and here I was thinking it was the other way round * Molly blushes again (Molly) I am glad you feel so * @Morgan nods * Molly looks a little distracted a moment (Molly) What do you think about how the balm smells to Varick? (@Morgan) That we are the most peaceful thing he's known... * Molly nods, watching his expression (@Morgan) I cant say I ever thought I could be considered peaceful (Molly) You are, liebling (Molly) I feel safe in your arms, and I am sure Varick must too * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I suppose so (Molly) Do you feel peaceful with me? * @Morgan nods (Molly) That makes me very happy to hear. Is that recent? (@Morgan) Not exactly... its certainly more pronounced now * Molly smiles (Molly) Good. Were you surprised by that being what he smelled? (@Morgan) I was, aye... mores than when I discovered Edward found it smelled like wood polish and parchment from home... * Molly looks intrigued (Molly) An unusual choice * @Morgan nods (Molly) It is certainly an insight in to people * @Morgan nods (Molly) I do wonder, would it change, if something was more calming and then it was smelled again (@Morgan) I have no idea at all (Molly) Maybe we shall find out one day. Maybe I will no longer smell the garden of our home on the Estate... (@Morgan) We'll see, I suppose (Molly) I suspect it will always smell like you though *She smiles* * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) maybe * Molly frowns a little, watching how genuinely concerned he seems (@Morgan) Its one of those questions I choose not to worry about right now * Molly nods, clearly troubled, before changing the subject (Molly) What are we to do about dinner? (@Morgan) I don't know... what would you suggest? * Molly raises her brows briefly, with mischief (Molly) Well, we could go down to dine with your father and brother... or... (@Morgan) or? (Molly) Or invite them here... or... (@Morgan) or... (Molly) *she watches his expression* (Molly) Or it could just be us (Molly) *she giggles, playful rather than seductive* * @Morgan nods (Molly) I will do whatever you wish (@Morgan) Normally, I'd say it would ne just us but... today... (Molly) You need to be with them too? * Molly smiles gentlt (@Morgan) I think so * Molly nods (Molly) Then, my love, that is what we shall do. Here, or downstairs? (@Morgan) downstairs I think * Molly nods (Molly) *Whispers* Has he mentioned about whether she has crossed over? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) she has (Molly) Thank goodness! I was concerned (@Morgan) as was I * Molly watches him a moment (Molly) Did you hear the wind chime noise again? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I did (Molly) One day, we will get to the bottom of that! (@Morgan) one day... (Molly) How are you feeling now? *she takes his hand either right, bearing both the sudlache ring and the burn mark (Molly) With her* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'm alright (Molly) And if you become not alright, you will come to me, won't you? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I will (Molly) You give me so much support, I never manage to repay a fraction of that (@Morgan) I am only here and alive because of you blossom * Molly nods slowly (Molly) I am glad you decided it was worth it * @Morgan nods (Molly) All I ever aimed for was that, you to be alright * @Morgan nods * Molly watches him a moment with a satisfied smile (Molly) As you are willing to attribute it to me, I am happy to feel pride in a job well done (@Morgan) Good. (Molly) That is what you want? That I don't just believe you feel it, but that I feel it too * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye * Molly smiles, eyes soft (Molly) Then that is what I shall endeavour to do (@Morgan) I hope you are successful in your endeavour (Molly) I generally am *she grins* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye, you are * Molly watches him intently a moment, then glances away (Molly) Should we send a note to Edward and your Father about dinner? (@Morgan) probably * Molly lets go of his hand, standing up. She then stands still a moment (Molly) Ah damn, I hoped the lightheadedness was fully gone (@Morgan) Once in a day isn't too bad, considering (Molly) No, I know. It is more irritating than concerning. *she goes to the dresser, sitting down. She sighs at the state of her mascara, again (Molly) I am wondering whether to just abandon it entirely! (@Morgan) That may be an idea for this evening, aye (Molly) I should imagine I will probably cry again at some point *she rolls her eyes* (@Morgan) More than likely, since you're more predisposed to it even before whats occurred (Molly) Crying? * @Morgan nods (Molly) I am too soft-hearted, in truth (@Morgan) No, I dont think so (Molly) No? * Molly watches him in the reflection as she tries to tidy her make up (@Morgan) No... you are softhearted where it matters yes, but too much? I think not (Molly) I am very, very soft-hearted where you are concerned *she smiles* * @Morgan nods (Molly) And soft-minded, you said... *she smirks* (@Morgan) I believe that was yesterday... (Molly) No, you first told me that when we first went to Carleon... (@Morgan) well... yes, I probably did (Molly) And I am also sof-... *she cuts herself off, shaking her head with amusement* another day... * @Morgan blushes, nodding * Molly glances at him, smiling a little to herself (Molly) Will Colonel Fuchs and Stef joining us for dinner? (@Morgan) No, they're going home * Molly smiles (Molly) Good, I am glad for them * @Morgan nods (Molly) Kristoff and Stef, Edward and Mina... it's been a good trip for you helping love win, liebes herz * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye, I suppose so (Molly) You do not see that these things would not have happened without you? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) maybe * Molly glances at her reflection a moment, then turns and stands (Molly) You just do not see yourself as the hero I see you as (@Morgan) No... I don't (Molly) You should, liebling. Others do. (@Morgan) I doubt it blossom * Molly watches him (Molly) They do. Mina and Stef both feel that you have saved them from their unhappiness * @Morgan frowns * Molly comes to him, looking at him with concern (Molly) Why do you frown, liebling? (@Morgan) I just made things a little clearer, thats all (Molly) No. You fixed things they all thought were unfixable. * @Morgan shakes his head (Molly) Liebes herz, your self-doubt denies the reality that the rest of us see (@Morgan) perhaps * Molly puts her hand on his cheek, pressing a quick, gentle kiss on his mouth before retreating (Molly) I will not stop trying to convince you of your worth. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) as you wish blossom (Molly) You are what I wish. Always. * Molly watches him a moment longer * Molly then stands up, a hand gently on his shoulder, almost reassuringly (Molly) We had best get on with things, Mon Petit Chou! (@Morgan) indeed we had * Molly stays there a moment, just enjoying the peace and closeness before letting go (Molly) Thank you, liebling (@Morgan) for? (Molly) Your compassion, your empathy, your support. Your love. (@Morgan) Things you will always have (Molly) I appreciate that more than you could possibly know. *she kisses his crown, then goes back to the dresser* (Molly) **Varick calls to them from the other room* ** Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Monday, 5 October 2020 09:07:04 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to irc.blitzed.org:6667… -NickServ- This nickname is registered. Please choose a different nickname, or identify via /msg NickServ identify . ** You have joined #7thseaic ** cantillon.be.eu.blitzed.org sets mode(s) +nt ** ChanServ sets mode(s) -o Molly -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Monday, 5 October 2020 11:58:02 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic * @Morgan heads through into the parlour (Molly) **They get Varick fed, bathed and to bed. He is a little subdued, but nothing like his earlier distress. Soon they are dressed for dinner, and Molly has swapped out her cross for her forget-me-not necklace with a smile. They are stood in the ante-chamber awaiting Edward and Adalbrecht (Molly) Varick seemed a little better after having spent time with you, liebes herz * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I noticed that (Molly) Perhaps talking about his origins helped * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) possibly (Molly) You are so good with him * @Morgan shrugs * Molly watches him a moment, then nods to herself (Molly) He was more upset than I anticipated (@Morgan) aye (Molly) It was hard to see him trying so hard to be stoic when he was upset * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) he's a brave little man, but he needs to know its perfectly ok to be upset * Molly nods (Molly) Definitely (Molly) **he can hear Adalbrecht and Edward's approach* (Molly) I hope he can start to be less reserved with us * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) we can hope (Molly) **Adalbrecht and Edward enter, and a servant opens the main doors. The dining hall seems huge, and a far cry from the busy space it was on Wednesday night of the party (Molly) **The table has been laid so that Faulks chair is empty, but the four of them are sat two on each side at the head * @Morgan helps molly to her seat before sitting down (Molly) **Edward and Adalbrecht sit opposite. Edward looks at Molly's necklace* You are looking radiant this evening, and that necklace is very fine, I don't think I have seen anything quite like it before. * Molly blushes, looking at Morgan (Molly) It's new (Molly) **Edward glances at Morgan too* (@Morgan) I had a jeweller in town make it (Molly) E: *he looks impressed* It's good (@Morgan) I thought so (Molly) E: I wonder if they could make one with Edelweiss flowers... (@Morgan) Probably. He is very good * Molly looks to Edward (Molly) For Mina? (Molly) **he nods** Like her middle name * Molly smiles. Adalbrecht looks at Morgan with a slight smirk (@Morgan) Something amuses you? (Molly) **Edward and Molly look enquiringly at Adalbrecht, who looks a little awkward. He is saved by a servant bringing wine and blokners. Molly asks for coffee* * Molly looks back to Edward "They were her mother's favourite flowers" (Molly) ((Attention?)) (@Morgan) ((the maid)) (Molly) **She is one of the ones her does not know well * @Morgan looks to Edward (Molly) E: I am surprised Mina told you. She rarely speaks of the late Lady Hapsburg. *she nods* I was honoured by it (Molly) E: *he nods slowly, drinking his blokners* (Molly) Ad: Where does your favouritism for forget me nots come from? *she shrugs, looking at Morgan briefly* I have forgotten * @Morgan remains straight faced (Molly) **Adalbrecht and Edward don't seem to get it. Molly glances at them all before smiling to herself* (@Morgan) You'll forgive them, blossom, they're a little slow... * Molly starts to giggle. Adalbrecht and Edward both look amused (Molly) Ad: Your Mother's favourite flowers are Violets * @Morgan nods (Molly) Ad: If we had had a daughter, she would have been Violet, or Brumhilde, or Lorelei. * Molly glances at Morgan and he can see amusement there, which she manages to not reveal * @Morgan looks at his father (@Morgan) One of those is rather unwieldy father (Molly) Ad: I know, but as I had let her choose your names... (Molly) Ed: *he looks at Morgan, trying not to laugh* (Molly) Ad: *he glances at both his sons, frowning slightly * Molly looks at Morgan again (Molly) It's truly a strong, Eisen name... * @Morgan smirks (@Morgan) quite * Molly 's eyes are lit up with mischief (Molly) *Edwsrd's watching Molly watch Morgan. Adalbrecht does likewise (Molly) Ad: I would be proud to have one of my granddaughters called it (Molly) ((Attention?)) (@Morgan) ((Edward)) (Molly) **Edward is frowning slightly, drinking his drink. Molly presses her leg to Morgan's, a little protectively * @Morgan sips his blokners (Molly) Ed {evasive}: I think Lorelei means "she whose singing lures men to destruction" * Molly blows on the surface of the coffee whilst thinking. She looks to Adalbrecht (Molly) Father, would you please tell me the story of when Morgan would not leave the ship? * Molly risks a quick glance at Morgan's expression (Molly) **Servants serve their food unobtrusively (Molly) **Adalbrecht tells it, and then moves on to another one once Edward and Molly are amused.* (Molly) Ad: The worst one was when he was around Ten. I was on a years gap between deployments, so I took him to Ussura for a few weeks... *he glances at Morgan* (Molly) *Edward coughs a little * * Molly just looks intrigued by the story * @Morgan watches his father (Molly) Ad: It was about six in the morning, and I discovered he wasn't in our cabin. I searched high and low, and was beginning to panic, when one of the crew found him in a hammock in the crew quarters * Molly and Edward laugh (Molly) Ad: He said he hoped I would think he was left behind in Ussura so he could stay on the ship (@Morgan) it was a nice ship (Molly) Ad: I always thought you liked the travelling more than the holidays (@Morgan) Probably * Molly smiles (Molly) I can imagine that actually, liebes herz. You often seem so peaceful watching the horizon, especially when we were first on The Rose * @Morgan nods (Molly) Ed: *he watches Molly* She was your ship originally? *she smiles fondly* Indeed she was, back in my Avalon life (Molly) Ad: Do you have any amusing stories from there to tell us? * Molly blinks a moment, then looks at Morgan's expression * @Morgan looks fairly relaxed (Molly) Ummm... well, I would tell you about the chicken porridge, but I am not really supposed to say the words chicken porridge because Morgan told me not to, so if you want to know about the chicken porridge, maybe you should ask Morgan about the chicken porridge... *she giggles, watching Morgan, whilst Edward laughs* * @Morgan looks at his plate (@Morgan) I'm not sure I'm hungry any longer (Molly) E: shall I pass the salt, brother? * Molly giggles again beside him * @Morgan scowls at his brother (Molly) Ad: This is an Avalon dish? It makes no sense in Eisen? (@Morgan) It makes no sense in Avalon either * Molly laughs again (Molly) Ad: Why is is funny? (Molly) It* * Molly and Edward both watch Morgan (@Morgan) My wife seems to find it amusing to remind me of the worst food I've ever tasted * Molly giggles (Molly) The worst food you've tasted _so far_... (Molly) **Edward is once again watching the two of them closely. Adalbrecht laughs** * Molly glances at him (@Morgan) That is a point I had no considered (Molly) I was thinking chicken porridge... with added goosberries (@Morgan) bitter and salty mush.... (Molly) **Edward groans at the thought* Sounds awful (Molly) Ad: You ate this Chicken Porridge in Avalon? (@Morgan) Not out of choice (Molly) Ad: This is at the Estate you worked at? * Molly sips her coffee distractedly (Molly) Ed: *he speaks quietly to her, not wanting to interrupt Adalbrecht and Morgan (Molly) E: Are you alright? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) an incompetent server gave all of the prepared food to the guests (Molly) Ad: You did not eat with them? (@Morgan) I was staff * Molly to Edward quietly: I am trying to think of stories that are not too sad, too scary, or too likely to offend sensibilities (Molly) Ad: *he nods* That must have been quite an experience * Molly glances at Morgan's expression in the wake of Adalbrecht's question * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) it was.. (Molly) I could tell you about the day a bucket nearly got me maced... (Molly) **Adalbrecht and Edward look intrigued. Molly looks thoughtful* Actually, I am not sure how suitable that is either. (Molly) **They look amused, looking at Morgan** (@Morgan) Perhaps... perhaps not. They are both rather innocent... * Molly nods slowly (Molly) I was trying to get a bucket out of the well, and it was stuck. Morgan had not long started to teach me a few Eisen words, including curse words at my request *Edward snorts, and Adalbrecht looks surprised* so I swore at it in Eisen. What I did not know was that our friend Eiblinn, who was Innish and had a mace, was nearby and alarmed by the foreign words. She charged at me from round the corner , thinking me an intruder (Molly) *they laugh* (Molly) I also accidentally made Morgan an indecent proposition using Eisen I had read in a book, which he translated without thinking! **Adalbrecht blushes, but Edward laughs loudly* (Molly) E: That must have been funny, brother (@Morgan) It was..though trying to explain why was rather awkward * Molly nods (Molly) It was embarrassing, then very amusing *she looks fondly at Morgan* Like when Cook hit you in the head with a pan? * @Morgan nods (Molly) **Edward and Adalbrecht look intrigued* (Molly) Ad: Why did he hit you in the head with a pan? (@Morgan) we were... mucking about in the kitchen, and I got distracted * Molly smiles, watching him (Molly) And then you were on the floor, and I was really worried you were properly injured! (Molly) Ed: It sounds like a dangerous place! * Molly watches Morgan, biting her lip to prevent the laughter (@Morgan) It had its moments (Molly) There were good times too... getting to see interesting artefacts from the explorers guild *she winks at Morgan a moment, then resumes eating* (Molly) Ed: You are not tempted to return to living there? *he addresses Morgan* (@Morgan) It is not what I have agreed (Molly) Ed: *he nods slowly, watching Morgan* I see * Molly watches Edward then Morgan (Molly) I like Eisen too much to return permanently to our *slightest pause* old lives (Molly) **The others nod* (Molly) **there's a lull in the conversation whilst everyone focuses on their food. Soon they are eating more of the chocolate cake, drinks refreshed (Molly) Ad: *he glances at the three of them* I would like to make a toast (@Morgan) The arga is in the kitchen... * Molly giggles (Molly) Ad: *he rolls his eyes* A toast, not some toast (Molly) Ad: It is a toast to the Koertig family, and the future *he raises his glass* (Molly) **Edward follows suit with his blokners, and Molly joins them with her coffee * @Morgan raises his glass (Molly) Ad: And now that we have had some stories, let me tell you a couple about Edward... *he does so, one of which is the one where he removed the barrel and Morgan tied him to the tree for six hours. Though Edward laughs, there is a bit of discomfort in his micro expressions* * Molly watches them all a moment (Molly) I suppose I could tell the story of a compromise I offered the Graf regarding our honeymoon... *Adalbrecht goes bright red. Edward looks slightly relieved to have had the spotlight shifted* * Molly glances at Morgan * @Morgan nods slowly (@Morgan) I rather think Edward would find that amusing, particularly given fathers reaction already (Molly) **Edward looks very amused already. Molly smiles (Molly) So, it was whilst the building work was happening, and Father wanted Morgan to delay our honeymoon. Naturally, as a smitten young bride to be this was not in my best interests... *Edward laughs, looking at Morgan. Adalbrecht just looks more and more embarrassed* * Molly glances at Morgan again * @Morgan smirks, watching his father (Molly) *Adalbrecht is actually squirming in his seat, avoiding all eye contact. Edward watches Molly (Molly) I told him that we could stay, but I would be moving the bed in front of the door, and Morgan would not be set free until I was fully educated as I had been promised! *she giggles. Edward snorts, laughing loudly. Adalbrecht rubs his forehead with embarrassment * (Molly) Ed: Have you ever tried moving those beds?! They weigh a ton! * Molly smirks (Molly) I would have found a way (Molly) **Adalbrecht downs his blokners* (Molly) **Edward watches Morgan's reaction* * @Morgan sips his drink calmly * Molly finishes her coffee (Molly) And on that note, I shall leave you gentleman to your port. Good evening Edward, Father. Liebes herz, if you hear a noise of something very heavy being dragged, you'll know where to find me... *she stands, to which Edward and Adalbrecht do the same as is polite* * @Morgan stands, kissing her cheek briefly (Molly) **Edward laughs, bowing. Adalbrecht is still very red as he does likewise. Molly wraps her arms around his waist, squeezing him quickly, before heading off. Once she is gone, port is served, and the others light their cigars (Molly) (Attention?) (@Morgan) ((Edward)) ** You're now known as Edward * Edward nods thoughtfully a little (Edward) How are you all, Morgan? * @Morgan nods slowly (@Morgan) We're alright * Edward nods (Edward) Good. How has Varick been? (Edward) **Adalbrechts colour starts to return to normal** (@Morgan) Sad... we had a talk about it and I think he's doing better (Edward) That is good. Karstens funeral was very hard for him, he was determined to get into the grave. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) At least he won't be so alone this time * Edward nods (Edward) I am glad (Edward) Ad: Molly seems well this evening, she is recovering well * Edward sips his port, watching * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) she's still very emotional, but she's only had one episode of light headedness today (Edward) Ad: That is good to know. Hopefully we will be able to set off as expected * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Marta anticipates monday will be fine (Edward) Ad: Good. I will pack tomorrow. Now that today is over, I am keen to be on the road again * @Morgan nods * Edward glances at Adalbrecht (Edward) We will go when Molly is well, Father. We would not wish to put her at risk. (Edward) **he nods* Of course. * @Morgan watches Edward (Edward) We are staying at Inns rather than camping? *he looks at Morgan* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Thats the plan * Edward nods (Edward) It has been a long time since we camped... perhaps next summer, if you are in Eisen then? {Tentative} (@Morgan) Possibly (@Morgan) As I recall, I last camped the day we encountered the newest villagers (Edward) Ad: You camped with Varick Molly and David when Xantha slipped his shoe just before the honeymoon * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) tr (@Morgan) ah yes (Edward) Ad: I sent one of the new villagers to check that mud patch, I never heard any more about it * Edward looks curioua (Edward) Curious* (@Morgan) I did (Edward) Ad: and? (@Morgan) You don't want to know (Edward) Ad: Do I _need_ to know? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) spiders web (Edward) **Both of them frown* (Edward) Ad: As far north as that? * @Morgan nods (Edward) Ad: I didn't want to know. * Edward smiles a little at that (@Morgan) Now, I could be wrong.... (@Morgan) but... (@Morgan) I seem to recall saying that (Edward) **They both laugh. Adalbrecht finishes his drink, standing* I am doing to turn in. Goodnight, sons. * @Morgan inclines his head (@Morgan) father * Edward stands {surprised, pleased}, bowing "goodnight father" (Edward) **Adalbrecht goes. Edward looks to Morgan* (Edward) I can not remember the last time I heard him say that * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) being away for so long made that impossible * Edward nods slowly (Edward) Indeed. He is doing better than I expected so far * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'm almost concerned about that fact (Edward) Give him time. Once the relief of the resolution sets in... (Edward) Wears off* * @Morgan nods * Edward glances at him "And things look to be going well with your wife still" * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) they are * Edward smiles (Edward) I am glad to hear it. I thought Father was going to explode at that story with the bed (@Morgan) That'll teach him for reminding me of it (Edward) She's an interesting woman... * @Morgan nods (Edward) She has surprised me, I must admit. Or more, your choice in her has surprised me... *he sips his port( (@Morgan) oh? (Edward) I expected her to be less worldly (@Morgan) why? * Edward watches his expression * Edward is particularly looking for anger or defensiveness * @Morgan looks at his brother calmly (Edward) I think because I assumed that would be what suited you * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) we have changed each other a great deal (Edward) She was less worldly before you? (@Morgan) I'd say she was more... sheltered * Edward nods slowly (Edward) And you? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) probably (Edward) You and I don't really know each other (@Morgan) No... I'd say thats a fair statement (Edward) I would like for that to not always be the case. * @Morgan nods slowly (@Morgan) as would I * Edward inclines his head (Edward) If you will excuse me, I have a letter to finish reading * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) of course (@Morgan) oh... something I meant to mention (Edward) Yes? (@Morgan) The content you were... concerned about... I know where it came from * Edward finishes the port and sets down the glass (Edward) Where? (@Morgan) Molly and Stef, it would seem. (Edward) Oh. *his eyes widen, and he blushes* Oh! * Edward starts to look flustered (@Morgan) So you can set your mind at ease (Edward) The thing about the pillow came from them too? (@Morgan) I dont know any specifics, but I can find out (@Morgan) Though I believe that came from Stef * Edward nods slowly (Edward) Thank you for telling me * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) of course * Edward inclines his head (Edward) Goodnight Morgan (@Morgan) Goodnight Edward * Edward heads off, leaving Morgan alone in the dinning room ** Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) ** Morgan has joined #7thseaic ** ChanServ sets mode(s) +o Morgan ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Monday, 5 October 2020 20:14:03 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) ((Does he do anything before going up)) (@Morgan) ((nope)) (Molly) **it's all quiet on his way up, and the parlour is empty, gentle candlelight spilling from the bedroom and the smell of freshly made tea. * @Morgan heads into the bedroom * Molly is sat on the bed in just her shift, makeup removed. She is writing in pencil in a red leather bound book * @Morgan goes and pours himself some tea * Molly looks up (Molly) Sorry, I did not hear you arrive (@Morgan) its fine blossom * Molly nods writing something else (Molly) You are well? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) are you? * Molly nods, still working (Molly) I am. Did you enjoy dinner? * @Morgan nods * Molly glances up to spot the nodding (Molly) Odd though? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye * Molly writes again, then sets the book aside open (Molly) I hope I did not overstep the bounds at all? (@Morgan) No blossom, its fine (Molly) I am glad. It was hard to think of Tawstock stories that did not make anyone sad, got you in trouble, revealed our living arrangements or discussed my betrothals * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) though with Eisen men, monsters would be a fairly safe bet * Molly picks the up the book making an other note (@Morgan) What are you up to? (Molly) It's my journal (@Morgan) oh * Molly nods (Molly) Would you like to see? *she looks amused* (@Morgan) I would not wish to intrude upon your privacy blossom (Molly) You wouldn't be able to even if you wished to! * @Morgan nods, sipping his tea (Molly) **she turns the book. The code there is a mix of letters, numbers, runes, symbols and upscaled punctuation. There's no word spaces, line gaps or paragraphs. At the top of the page it says "Saturday August 23rd 1670" in Avalin * Molly watches his reaction (@Morgan) I could break that... * Molly laughs (Molly) Really? (@Morgan) Not if I started now and never stopped * Molly giggles (Molly) I use a different coding method on each day of the week, and alternate the language according to the month, as well as replacing names and places with symbols * Molly glances at him slyly (Molly) Would you like to know how the very first entry starts? (@Morgan) I suspect you want me to know * Molly tries to read his expression * @Morgan smiles slightly (Molly) It says "Morgan kissed me tonight" (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) Does that surprise you? * @Morgan nods (Molly) I had been intending to do one to help with my reading and writing, and that gave me an excellent place to start (@Morgan) in code... (Molly) Of course. I could not risk Curtis finding that out! ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Monday, 5 October 2020 20:56:38 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to irc.blitzed.org:6667… -NickServ- Welcome to Blitzed IRC Network, MollyK! Here on Blitzed IRC Network, we provide services to enable the registration of nicknames and channels! For details, type /msg NickServ help and /msg ChanServ help. ** You have joined #7thseaic (MollyK) [20:56] (Molly) Of course. I could not risk Curtis finding that out! (@Morgan) that makes sense, aye * MollyK flicks through (MollyK) There are a lot of beautiful memories here, thanks to you (@Morgan) I'm glad I could oblige * MollyK closes it, watching what he is doing (MollyK) You are most obliging, liebling (@Morgan) One tries ** Molly has quit (Ping timeout: 250 seconds) (MollyK) How were Edward and your Father once I left? (@Morgan) quite well... father retired fairly quickly, and once I put Edwards mind at ease about Mina;s source of knowledge, he was quite happy * MollyK rolls to her side, putting the book on the nightstand (MollyK) You told him it was me? *she giggles* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) well, you and Stef (MollyK) Oh dear! I should imagine that was a surprise? (@Morgan) he asked about the pillow... * MollyK bites her lip, smiling (MollyK) Did he tell you what she had said? (@Morgan) No, just something about a pillow (MollyK) Is it bugging you yet? * MollyK watches him playfully * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) it is, actually * MollyK checks his relaxed he looks, and whether he looks like he is settling or leaving (MollyK) How* * @Morgan sips his tea, watching her (MollyK) I suspect I'd best tell you rather than show you! * MollyK continues to watch his expression (@Morgan) That depends entirely on what you do with it (MollyK) Oh I could do very little with it alone any way! *she blushes a little* * @Morgan also blushes * MollyK watches him, smiling. She picks up a pillow, then watches him with a raised eyebrow (MollyK) So there's no harm in my showing you really (@Morgan) No, I'd imagine not * MollyK checks the fullness of the shifts skirt is protecting her modesty before wriggling a little down the bed so she's more reclined, then slides the pillow beneath her bottom, her hips tilting. She rests the tip of her toes back on the bed with a giggle (MollyK) It is as simple as that, liebes herz (@Morgan) and what does that achieve? * MollyK watches his expression with an amused smile and a blush (MollyK) Angle and depth (@Morgan) oh I see... I suppose we'll have to try that once you are up to it (MollyK) ((What's the tone?)) (@Morgan) ((playfulish)) * MollyK nods (MollyK) Alas, I suspect it would be a little too much tonight * @Morgan nods * MollyK smiles playfully (MollyK) But when you have had an easier day, I suspect it would make kissing my thighs easier... *she blushes* * @Morgan nods slowly * MollyK exhales slowly (MollyK) And now I shall remove it, before I start misbehaving! (@Morgan) misbehaving? * MollyK bites her lower lip (MollyK) Showing you where on my thighs I think those kisses should go, for example (@Morgan) oh really? * MollyK nods (MollyK) I would not want to... overstep the bounds *she smiles* (@Morgan) well, I would not like to make you uncomfortable.... * MollyK tilts her head (MollyK) Why would _that_ make _me_ uncomfortable? (@Morgan) I worry that you would be sore, or... I don't know * MollyK shakes her head (MollyK) The soreness is only internal now * @Morgan nods (MollyK) But I would not wish to ask you to do something you do not wish to. I do not mind waiting for another day * MollyK smiles gently (@Morgan) I'm not sure I wish to wait for another day * MollyK licks then bites her lower lip, and he sees her toes curl with anticipation. Her voice is soft (MollyK) Then don't * @Morgan moves suddenly, placing his lips on the inside of her thigh just above her knee * MollyK moans softly (MollyK) Oh god, liebes herz, your mouth is so warm! * @Morgan grunts slightly, quickly placing wetter kisses the higher up he goes * MollyK breathes hard and fast, whimpering, hips involuntarily lifting a little from the pillow. (MollyK) That feels heavenly (@Morgan) I would hope so * @Morgan runs his hands up under her buttocks, running his mouth into the skin at the very top of her leg where it meets her womanhood * MollyK rolls her head back into the pillow, voice a shuddery exhale. Her thighs tighten and relax rhythmically (MollyK) Oh wow * @Morgan grasps at her behind as he moves his mouth over, planting his lips firmly around her tender nub * MollyK makes a low moan, fists balling in the eiderdown beneath her. She eagerly lifts her hips to meet him, the heat and wetness feeling like bliss on her swollen flesh, pressing that familiar taste of her arousal to his mouth * @Morgan alternates between sucking on her and swirling his tongue around in circular motions * MollyK shifts slightly, working with gravity and the pillow to bring her knees up, giving him a wealth of access to all the soft, hot skin beneath his mouth. (MollyK) Oh gosh, you have no idea how incredible that feel- *she gets cut off by a moan of pleasure* * @Morgan runs his tongue all over her soft folds, heading back up to suck on her most sensitive spot, moaning into her * MollyK whimpers at the noise, her breathing becoming erratic, her hips rolling upwards in waves towards the amazing sensations * @Morgan moans louder, sucking her into his mouth, thrashing at her with his tongue * MollyK 's stomach muscles tighten, and so do her thighs. She makes soft, rhythmic moans and exhalations of pleasure, strengthening and building * @Morgan continues his ministrations, driving her onwards * MollyK revels in the wondrous pleasure, moans escalating in frequency and volume, her body rushing rapidly towards climax. She speaks low and urgent (MollyK) Please. Don't. Stop. * @Morgan grunts, doubling his efforts * MollyK is overcome by this increase, and on a deep inhale, her body flares with extreme pleasure from where is mouth meets her outwards, body tensing throughout. The moan she makes is long and full of ectasy, back arching * @Morgan slows slightly, letting her stay in that moment for as long as possible * MollyK peaks again and again, her body wrapped up in the intense pleasure over and over, her only focus him and the way he so skillfully pleased her (MollyK) Pleases* * @Morgan keeps her at this point for a short time before slowing down, letting her come down from her peaks gently before stopping * MollyK lies there, making soft noises of satisfaction as aftershocks run through her body and she tries to catch her breath (MollyK) Good lord, liebes herz! (@Morgan) I try to be, aye * MollyK breathes out a long deep exhale, then opens her eyes to watch him, looking blissful (MollyK) You are incredible * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I'm not bad * MollyK smiles, watching his expression (MollyK) I do not think I could handle you being any better! (@Morgan) oh I'm sure you could (MollyK) I really think not. If it were possible to die from pleasure, I could die from you doing that! * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I'll be sure not to get too much better then * MollyK giggles, watching him. She speaks quietly (MollyK) Come here and kiss me, liebes herz * @Morgan moves up and plants his lips on hers * MollyK moans softly at being able to taste on his mouth what he has just done for her, kissing him slowly * @Morgan returns her kiss * MollyK runs her fingers boldly down his neck, licking his lower lip * @Morgan moans * MollyK moans in return, nipping at this lip, bringing her hand to the fabric of his shirt and using it to pull him down beside her on the bed * @Morgan allows himself to be pulled down to the bed * MollyK makes a gentle noise of approval, moving her mouth from his in a trail of kisses to his neck, pressing her body against his * @Morgan sighs deeply, it mixing with a moan of pleasure * MollyK 's hand roams possessively and confidently over his shoulder and upper arm as she presses deep, yearning kisses from below his ear down to his collar line (MollyK) This continues for a little while, until her hand goes to his waistband, at which point he gently takes her hand and kisses it, telling her that he would rather wait until she is ready for them to resume their love-making. She lies down, watching him with a fond smile, giving him the freedom to get back up so he can get chance to even remove his boots * @Morgan undresses, mixing his herbs with his tea (MollyK) So, liebes herz, should I pass on your thanks to Stef? *she giggles* * MollyK moves the pillow back to her side of the bed (@Morgan) Not just yet... perhaps once we've tested all the benefits of it... * MollyK looks amused (MollyK) But what if that hasn't happened before we have left Fischler? Or shall we tell your father we have to delay our leaving until we have made love? (@Morgan) I'm fairly sure thats something you're bold enough to tell him, too * MollyK laughs, then looks a little unsure of herself (MollyK) Does that boldness displease you? (@Morgan) Not at all (MollyK) I am glad. Many men would find it too bold, I think (@Morgan) I am not many men (MollyK) You certainly are not. I do not think I would have developed a boldness in this regard if I was with any other man, I don't think I would have enjoyed it enough to * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) You think so? (MollyK) Definitely. What we have is special. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I agree * MollyK smiles fondly, pulling off her shift and slipping beneath the sheets (MollyK) I cannot imagine doing it with anyone else. It just seems strange * @Morgan nods (MollyK) It is strange really... I knew so little about anything like this until you kissed me, and yet I feel like it comes to me so easily. * @Morgan smirks * MollyK looks puzzled at his expression (MollyK) That is funny? (@Morgan) No, blossom... (MollyK) Can I see the herbs? * @Morgan gets up, fetching them for her * MollyK opens the jar, having a look, then smelling them (MollyK) A slightly different ratio, but not much. Perhaps I will shelve my jealous in this regard *she giggles* (@Morgan) sorry? (MollyK) What confuses you? (@Morgan) jealousy? (MollyK) I was teasing you. When I said I did not like the thought of another woman taking care of your needs when you mentioned Martas herbs, you said you didn't think jealousy was in my nature * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) ah yes (MollyK) Did you want to hear about when I was so jealous I could not speak? Or is there something else you would prefer to discuss before sleep? * @Morgan mixes the herbs into his tea before sipping it (@Morgan) No, now is a good time to tell me (MollyK) **it tastes a little odd, but not unbearable* (MollyK) One time was on the Rose when you told me that Lady Rebecca had hinted that she would be interested in some sort of liaison with you... *her expression flashes with jealousy* (@Morgan) oh? (MollyK) I wanted to go and scream at her * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) understandable (MollyK) It was very hard to keep talking with you when all I could think of was that I did not want to relinquish the tentative thing we had for some stuck up noble woman who thought she was prettier than she was! * @Morgan nods * MollyK smiles ruefully (MollyK) I am not very charitable when jealous (@Morgan) evidently not * @Morgan smiles (MollyK) Are you surprised? * @Morgan nods (MollyK) You had not realised then how intensely I felt? (@Morgan) no, i had not * MollyK frowns slightly (MollyK) Does that trouble you? Either that I felt it, or that you did not know? (@Morgan) It bothers me now that I did not know, but at the time it may have been a bit too intense for me to deal with (MollyK) Oh definitely. I wasn't willing to burden you with it * @Morgan nods * MollyK smiles a little (MollyK) Though I did accidentally tell you I loved you at the monestery (@Morgan) sort of... * MollyK giggles (MollyK) And that wasn't the worst incidence of jealousy, the one where I nearly left the estate. _That_ was the night of your argument with Captain Tsaylur * @Morgan nods (MollyK) After sitting on the servants stairs and sobbing quietly into my cloak for fifteen minutes, I had started planning how I was going to borrow a horse and ride back to my parents house... * MollyK watches him (@Morgan) The irony there is quite strong, dont you think? (MollyK) That I was running away because I had convinced myself that you had told Siobahn I was your mistress, she had confessed her love for you, and you had decided that much as you wanted me, you wanted the more experienced, more beautiful Captain more? (@Morgan) When actually she was giving me hell for not marrying you, in her own clever way (MollyK) I had absolutely no idea that was occurring, or even could occur! * MollyK laughs * @Morgan nods (MollyK) But when I went through the dinning hall, a few people tried to ask me if I was okay, and Evie tried to chat to me. I couldn't speak, it felt like my throat was closing up. I was just overwhelmed with jealousy... * MollyK watches him (@Morgan) I'm sorry blossom (MollyK) No, it wasn't intentional. You weren't to know I would think that (@Morgan) regardless, I am sorry (MollyK) You have no need. It was only having a drink pressed in my hand and overhearing a particularly shocking discussion between Lieutenant Cristoban and the Laird that stopped me leaving * MollyK blushes (@Morgan) _that_ wasn't Lieutenant Cristoban... * @Morgan yawns (MollyK) It was, I recall the way he laughed (@Morgan) mmm, but it wasn't the _real_ Kurt Cristoban * MollyK looks confused (MollyK) I don't know what you mean (@Morgan) Its a long story and I fear the herbs are taking effect, so it will have to wait until the morning * MollyK gets out of bed, and comes to undress him and remove his boots before leading him to the bed (MollyK) Then tomorrow, liebling, we will talk about it. You have had a very long day. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I hope I'll be up for dawn * MollyK makes him lie down, and kisses his cheek before walking around the bed and getting in on her side (MollyK) If you aren't, it will be because you need the rest * @Morgan shakes his head (@Morgan) No, its something I've done as long as I can remember * MollyK blows out the candle (MollyK) I believe I wore you out a few times on honeymoon and you missed it... * @Morgan nods (MollyK) I am sure I will again at some point. Sleep well, liebling (@Morgan) I love you blossom (MollyK) And I you, liebes herz. More than more than life itself. * MollyK gently strokes his back until he falls asleep ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Tuesday, 6 October 2020 09:43:21 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic