------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Wednesday, 25 November 2020 18:35:58 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Wednesday, 25 November 2020 21:11:27 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) **Varick is awake shortly after, and Morgan spends some time playing with him and Captain Ulysses whilst Molly gets everything unpacked and organised, flitting in and out of their chambers. (Molly) The afternoon is quite peaceful, and though leaving Eisen yet again is sad, being on the Rose, openly his own place in the world in a way he's never had before, is good. The Vodacce coast is very clear on the horizon once he has left Molly doing Varick's meal to spend some time on deck. ** You're now known as Edward * Edward is not watching the approach of Picante, the most easterly northern Vodacce port, but the retreat of his homeland from the stern (@Morgan) homesick already? * Edward rests his hands on the rails, giving a quick glance to how close Morgan is (Edward) I have had worse * @Morgan leans on the rail, but out of arms reach (Edward) You? (@Morgan) a little * Edward nods (Edward) I came this way after I had my nose fixed, Freiburg through Zweibrucke, across the Great River to Picante and down the Genoa River to Numa... (Edward) **It's breezy, but pleasantly warm. The crew are fairly quiet, very little to correct or change til they get closer to the Port * @Morgan nods * Edward watches the swells (Edward) Weather was worse. Lost sight of Eisen miles back. It was foggy, almost like home did not exist anymore (@Morgan) Sounds deeply unpleasant * Edward shrugs a little (Edward) It seemed fittinf (Edward) Fitting. (@Morgan) I suppose so (Edward) How are Molly and Varick? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) fine. She told me about the argument you had with father * Edward frowns (Edward) I hoped we were out of earshot. (@Morgan) I'm told it was rather loud (Edward) It was impassioned * Edward looks at him * @Morgan nods (Edward) What did she hear? (@Morgan) That there was no way you or I would permit her to be introduced to an Eisenfurst without me at her side * Edward nods (Edward) That is what we were arguing about * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) why? (Edward) Why what? (@Morgan) why were you arguing about it? (Edward) Because we had been invited, and I was not permitting her to go (@Morgan) I got that much, but why (Edward) Because you do not want her to end up in Hainzl's bed. * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) thats more or less what I thought (Edward) Unless I am incorrect, and you have ambitions with Hainzl where risking that was important? (@Morgan) No, you are quite correct * Edward nods (Edward) I have had some practice this summer arguing with Father, it seemed like a worthy cause * @Morgan laughs * Edward looks back out over the water (Edward) He was not happy though (@Morgan) I imagine not, to his eyes it was a missed oppotunity * Edward smiles slightly (Edward) It was a missed opportunity for Hainzl * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Did he understand why you were against it? (Edward) Eventually (@Morgan) was he being his naive self? (Edward) His enthusiastic self. He wanted to show her off like Sudlachenburg's newest treasure *he says this without any idea that Treasure is what Morgan used to call Dietlinde* * @Morgan blinks slowly, nodding * Edward frowns, a little puzzled (Edward) It is understandable for a Graf to want to show off the new Veisgrafin, but that is not the Konigsreich to do it since the new Hainzl Eisenfurst inherited the title. Only Freiburg is worse. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) perhaps father isn't as politically aware of these things as you (Edward) He shut himself off in Sudlachenburg for too long * @Morgan nods (Edward) That was my fault. I should have stayed in Sudlachenburg. (@Morgan) It is what it is. We've all got a part to play from here on out * Edward nods (Edward) I will be in Graben, but I will visit them frequently. Our parents are not getting any younger * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I think three years from now I'll be taking over... *he glances round* Gottkirchen. * Edward nods (Edward) You will be near them, until the time comes when you must take over the job you were born for * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Later, ideally * Edward nods (Edward) Much later * Edward watches the river again (Edward) Potts used to ask me whether I wished I had been the first born (@Morgan) oh? * Edward nods (@Morgan) I daresay Sudlachenburg would have been safer if you had * Edward frowns a little (Edward) Tough to say. (@Morgan) Not really * Edward is quiet a moment (Edward) Potts and I decided there was more freedom in not being the heir * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) perhaps * Edward looks at him quite frankly (Edward) Did you ever wish you were not the first born? * @Morgan sighs (@Morgan) only in hindsight * Edward nods (Edward) It would have been easier. * @Morgan nods * Edward looks grim (Edward) But we would not be where we are now. I would not have brought a Duke title, or another Grafdom to the family. * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) strictly speaking, neither did I... (Edward) But it was you that made her a Koertig. (@Morgan) I suppose so... (Edward) I would not have done so (@Morgan) I know * Edward smiles slightly (Edward) Don't take that as an insult, it is not meant as one. * @Morgan nods slightly (@Morgan) We need to talk about father * Edward glances at him (Edward) What has he done? * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) no, nothing like that (@Morgan) We spoke about your wedding... * Edward looks curious (Edward) Yes? (@Morgan) the plate... * Edward nods slightly but there's an increased tension in his jaw and shoulders (Edward) My future wife and I have not decided yet. (@Morgan) I said that it was not a Graben tradition... his view is that its a tradition when the children of Sudlachenburg marry... * Edward 's knuckles become whiter on the guardrail (Edward) It will be a decision I make with my wife. (@Morgan) Don't misunderstand me, Edward, I'm not trying to persuade you... I didn't realise he saw it that way and wanted to make sure you do (Edward) I understand Father's opinion. (@Morgan) The next point though, I _am_ trying to persuade you * Edward nods briefly (Edward) On? (@Morgan) Tell him that you want him with us the night before the wedding... he's still thinking he's talked himself into it and you're indifferent to his presence (Edward) I will speak to him before dinner. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) thank you... I know you don't like being touched near water so... consider yourself hugged * Edward looks deeply surprisex (Edward) Surprised (Edward) What for? (@Morgan) For listening, for talking to him later... for spending time getting to know Molly * Edward smiles, relaxing a little (Edward) The latter was my pleasure. I like her. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I rather think that sentiment is returned... * Edward nods (Edward) Women generally like me (@Morgan) because you're one of them, aye (Edward) Because I know how their minds work. I know how to make things in their little heads a bit clearer * @Morgan nods * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) is there something you have particularly against the bridal plate? * Edward immediately looks to put up barriers (Edward) Nothing I wish to discuss (@Morgan) So there is _something_... I'm trying to understand, thats all (Edward) You do not need to understand. (@Morgan) There are many things I don't need to do... I _want_ to, because it helps me understand you. * @Morgan scratches his nose (Edward) Understanding me won't bring you any happiness. (@Morgan) I understand you better now than I did, and I'm happier for it * Edward is clearly brooding on this (Edward) This is between Theus and I. * @Morgan sighs (@Morgan) very well Edward (Edward) I appreciate you want to help, and to know me. * @Morgan nods * Edward frowns at the water, becoming nearly a scowl, speaking quietly (Edward) I don't want to know. (@Morgan) If you're talking to Him, speak quieter, I can hear you * Edward smiles slightly (Edward) I wasn't. (@Morgan) Why don't you want to? (Edward) I wouldn't condemn her to marriage with me if it meant no children. (@Morgan) You're scared... * Edward exhales slowly, watching the water again. He speaks quietly (Edward) Petrified. * @Morgan nods (Edward) If anyone finds that out, I'll know it can only have come from you *he smiles slightly* (@Morgan) if Theus comes down and tells people, I'm not taking the blame for that * Edward nods (Edward) Agreed. (@Morgan) Once you and Mina have decided, I shall back your decision, whichever it is (Edward) Father will be difficult about it (@Morgan) of course he will (Edward) You and Molly put up no objections? (@Morgan) After the constant fight to even be allowed to be in the same room without a chaperone, no... though it was the first time I'd spoken to Theus since the fire * Edward looks a little surprised (Edward) That surprises me (@Morgan) oh? (Edward) About Theus. It does not surprise me about the chaperoning, because I heard from Karsten the lengths that were gone to to keep him and Alarice apart * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) You remember me coming to find you in church in Fischler? * Edward nods (@Morgan) first time I've been in a church since, too * Edward nods slowly (Edward) I appreciate you coming to see how I was. How did you know I was there? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I can find most people or information... (Edward) I went to church more often, rather than less * @Morgan nods (Edward) What would you have done if it hadn't broken? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I don't know * Edward looks at the railing (Edward) I would rather not know than have to say goodbye to her again. (@Morgan) You assume she would leave you... (Edward) Not even slightly. (Edward) I would not take from her the chance to be a mother. (@Morgan) I don't think she'd give you that choice * Edward looks at the water (Edward) That would not be her decision. (@Morgan) She'd have you tied in a basement in a heartbeat * Edward laughs (Edward) She's the only one I would trust to! * @Morgan laughs (Edward) Did they make your lives hell with the chaperones then? (@Morgan) they tried * Edward laughs (Edward) They were unsuccessful with Karsten and Alarice too (@Morgan) I grew tired of their attitudes and something annoyed me to the extent I put my foot down * Edward looks intrigued (Edward) What and how? (@Morgan) a long and complicated story, but our father and hers were trying to show how big men they were, both declaring they'd decide if she and I marry. They upset Molly greatly (@Morgan) So I interrupted them while sharpening my sword, and laid out my terms and that if they didn't like it, we would both just leave (Edward) How was that received? (@Morgan) We're married aren't we? (Edward) No-one bled for upsetting her? (@Morgan) We were still on unstable ground... I was loathe to actually injure either of them (Edward) That is where I am more like Father. (@Morgan) oh? (Edward) I would be acting first and thinking later if it was Mina. * @Morgan nods (Edward) Putting Mina back in Graben saves any of the hassle for Father of chaperoning us. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) He was very unhappy about the bundling... * Edward smiles (Edward) It is much less enjoyable than he must have assumed (@Morgan) worthwhile though * Edward nods (Edward) It gave us time to talk in a depth we could not have done elsewhere. We needed that. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) good (Edward) I have spoken to James... (@Morgan) oh? (Edward) I have advised him that unless it is urgent, the time after lunch is best avoided. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) He was rather desperate to show he can do his job * Edward nods (Edward) He grew up in a nunnery. It did not occur to him that he might be interrupting a time when a couple with a child may want to discuss the urgent things that cannot be discussed with a child present * Edward smirks a little (@Morgan) an eloquent way to put it * Edward inclines his head (Edward) You're welcome * @Morgan chuckles ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Thursday, 26 November 2020 12:19:06 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** You're now known as Edward (@Morgan) He was rather desperate to show he can do his job (@Morgan) * Edward nods (@Morgan) He grew up in a nunnery. It did not occur to him that he might be interrupting a time when a couple with a child may want to discuss the urgent things that cannot be discussed with a child present (@Morgan) * Edward smirks a little (@Morgan) an eloquent way to put it (@Morgan) * Edward inclines his head (@Morgan) You're welcome (@Morgan) * Morgan chuckles * Edward smiles a little (Edward) She had us talking Avalonian yesterday around Varick (@Morgan) oh? (Edward) She wanted him to start hearing it and learning it. I think she taught Father more than Varick though (@Morgan) He's never found it particularly easy (Edward) No. I am not sure how he wooed Mother * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I've no idea (Edward) Maybe it was just meant to be (@Morgan) Perhaps, aye (Edward) I know he waited six years from meeting her to marrying her. To the day, in fact. (@Morgan) spent some time trying to get himself killed, according to the way he tells it * Edward laughs (Edward) I know he went back to fight. The War had only been going two years by then * @Morgan nods (Edward) During the War, I looked forward to the possibility that I would not spend my adult life as he had (@Morgan) in what respect? (Edward) Leaving so often, the threat of danger to Mother and us. I looked forward to having an adulthood of peace and security * @Morgan nods (Edward) I missed it though, afterwards. I missed my unit and my friends (@Morgan) They become family, dont they * Edward nods. He rolls his shoulder a little (Edward) Very much. You brought Heinzharold and Claudia back with you. I envied that. (@Morgan) We only served together towards the end... and I lost everyone else eventually * Edward nods grimly (Edward) I served less time. I only have Potts and the others because the truce came when it did * @Morgan nods (Edward) Father only ended up with Yensid (@Morgan) He's proven useful * Edward nods (Edward) He's... yes, useful is probably the best word * @Morgan nods (Edward) He can, and has been able to in the past, drink me under the table (@Morgan) its well known most women cant hold their drink (Edward) Says a man whose wife drinks Blokners * Edward smirks (Edward) I am reliably informed that she gave Mina brandy (@Morgan) The horror * Edward laughs (Edward) It was a surprise (@Morgan) whyso? (Edward) Mina does not drink spirits. Kissing her at His Grace's party, after many years, I wasn't expecting to taste brandy (@Morgan) Many things have changed * Edward nods (Edward) That's how life is. I did not bite her, so some changes are positive. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) some improvement * Edward looks back towards the narrowing band of Eisen (Edward) I wouldn't place money on me not doing it during the wedding ceremony though (@Morgan) Did I tell you HeinzHarold is getting married? (@Morgan) I trust you've calmed down about HeinzHarolds wife? (Edward) I had not thought about it. You said you would deal with it and that if I took any action Heinzharold would beat me to death and you wouldn't stop him. * @Morgan smiles * Edward glances at him (@Morgan) She's a sweet woman... she didn't deserve your distrust (Edward) Life has taught me to trust rarely, no matter how someone appears. Sweet-tempered women are the most dangerous. * @Morgan shrugs (Edward) If you trust Lady Lehenstreue, and Molly trusts her, I am happy enough with that (@Morgan) we do. Her reasons for coming to Sudlachenburg were more than valid * @Morgan scowls * Edward watches him (Edward) What were they? * @Morgan looks at him (@Morgan) the Freiarr had a habit of forcing himself upon the young girls and casting them out when they got pregnant or stopped appealing. * Edward also scowls (Edward) Then he should die. * @Morgan shakes his head (@Morgan) I didn't kill him * Edward scowls further (Edward) Why not? (@Morgan) Because a man like that would suffer more living his life unable to... perform ever again * Edward nods (Edward) Not a pleasant situation to be in * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) quite (Edward) What did you do? (@Morgan) I introduced parts of him to the sharp part of my sword * Edward grins (Edward) Good (@Morgan) it seemed fitting (Edward) This was vengeance for something that happened to Lady Lehenstreue? (@Morgan) and all who suffered at his hands. I've no doubt word of it will get about that he is basically a eunuch now (Edward) We had not heard it in Sudlachenburg. Noble gossip normally travels fast, like what happened to Freiarrin Trier hitting Court last night on twenty four hours after it happened * Edward watches the water {wary} (@Morgan) I'm surprised it took that long, realistically (Edward) His Grace might have known before that. It got to Zweibrucke quicker? (@Morgan) news of it came with the port overseer in the morning * Edward nods (Edward) I wouldn't have mentioned it if I had thought about it... (@Morgan) I hear she was quite happy to let her collectors rape the local women... * Edward glances at him (Edward) I never liked her. There was always something about her that made me think of poisonous flowers. Beautiful girl, but something ugly lurking within. (Edward) Test ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Thursday, 26 November 2020 13:45:41 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (@Morgan) Thats what I've gathered * MollyK nods ** You're now known as EdK ** Edward has quit (Ping timeout: 250 seconds) (EdK) It killed two retainers as well. Staff were all sat out on the grass drinking coffee rather than helping put it out (@Morgan) So only her and the two retainers? * EdK nods * @Morgan shrugs (EdK) House is gone though. By the time the alarm was raised, the fire was too big * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) oh well * EdK frowns a little, before checking his pocket watch (EdK) Where are Heinzharold and his new wife? I thought they were going adventuring with you? (@Morgan) We sent them somewhere private to spend some time together (EdK) Sounds nice *He smiles* (@Morgan) I'd send you there but you're a touch too prudish * EdK laughs (EdK) Too prudish for me?! (@Morgan) It may be worth considering, since you don't intend to honeymoon... a totally private garden, no disturbances... * EdK looks to consider this (EdK) How private? (@Morgan) Completely. * EdK smirks (EdK) Given our trip down the East Road, I can see why you might like that sort of place (@Morgan) I was much more... restrained in my outlook at the time * EdK laughs (EdK) Like Father? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) probably worse * EdK laughs again (EdK) Maybe you should have gone to see Petra during the War too (@Morgan) No, I think not (@Morgan) They have a lantern there lit from the wall of fire... (EdK) The Cathay one? * @Morgan nods (EdK) Sounds like something Jarvie would like (@Morgan) Where do you think the reservation came from? (EdK) From having a Father like ours *he misinterprets* (@Morgan) No, you oaf, the reservation at the inn... * EdK laughs loudly (EdK) Jarvie knows of an Inn with an extremely private garden? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) she knows much more than you'd imagine * EdK nods slowly (EdK) I am not sure I approve (@Morgan) a pity that'll make precisely no difference to her.... * EdK laughs (EdK) Very true. Tell me about this place then. I would bet the look on your face was hilarious when she told you about this garden, if you were more prudish then? (@Morgan) at this point even I would laugh at my face when she told me. Aside from _that_ though, it was wonderful. No interruptions, no homicidal cousins, just... us * EdK smiles (EdK) That does sound good... (@Morgan) I think given the time apart, it would be both beneficial and enjoyable for the two of you (EdK) Maybe. Possibly next summer, once I have a better handle on how I will manage Graben. (@Morgan) I'd recommend before then, so you can go into running Graben refreshed and relaxed (EdK) In the Winter... (@Morgan) Maybe not _that_ soon (@Morgan) besides, we're hardy men * EdK smirks (EdK) Less so in the bitter cold of an Eisen winter (@Morgan) You may have a point (EdK) How did you go from being like Father to doing things you think I would disapprove of in a tavern? * EdK looks amused * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) When the raw desire is that obvious on both sides, its difficult to not get swept along by it * EdK nods, looking a little impressed (EdK) She's right that still waters do run deep! You don't seem the sort (@Morgan) I'm rather surprised at myself * EdK laughs (EdK) Your wife however... must be the hair. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) probably * EdK smirks (EdK) It's always the quiet ones... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) one way or another, yes indeed * EdK snorts (EdK) Potts always says Quiet in the streets, loud in the sheets... (@Morgan) Having seen my wife become rather outspoken with our father, and hers, I'm not sure that follows... * EdK laughs loudly (EdK) Having been yelled at that she'd happily ride two hours with my balls slapping my saddle... * @Morgan laughs (EdK) Maybe Avalon women don't fit that rule... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) possibly (EdK) Or women who have captained ships... (@Morgan) or wrangled a title out of an Eisenfurst * EdK nods (EdK) There probably isn't more than a handful of women like that in all Eisen (@Morgan) You're probably right, aye * EdK smiles (EdK) You make a good pair (@Morgan) I'd hope so (EdK) We talked about me have defied her command, and why that was an issue for her (@Morgan) oh? (EdK) *he has turned serious now* Apparently she could not be sure I would not be a risk to her if I did not view her as a Veisgrafin and not just your wife (@Morgan) And what do you think to that? (EdK) I can understand why she would think that way * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) what did you say to it? * EdK shrugs (EdK) Not much. I told her she has my alliegance as a subordinate and as an older brother. * @Morgan nods (EdK) It was a good point, and I was defenceless against it. * EdK looks grim {guilt} * @Morgan nods (EdK) That led us into what could have been done differently, and what difference it would have made to the potential annexations. She plays devil's advocate well, I've seen her Father do it to ours, it must be a family thing. (@Morgan) When your survival depends on the outcome of a crop, as farmers would, they tend to be very good at looking at all angles * EdK nods (EdK) Rather than ploughing all the fields first and seeing the outcome afterwards. * @Morgan nods (EdK) She's going to be an asset to you with Gottkirchen * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) absolutely she is ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Thursday, 26 November 2020 19:38:30 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** timtam.uk.eu.blitzed.org sets mode(s) +nt ** ChanServ sets mode(s) -o Molly ** You're now known as Edward * Edward looks round as Sorgi starts giving more calls to prepare for bring her towards the port. Morgan knows this means they are about fifteen minutes out, and it will be another fifteen after that to get fully settled ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Thursday, 26 November 2020 20:12:05 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** timtam.uk.eu.blitzed.org sets mode(s) +nt ** ChanServ sets mode(s) -o Molly ** You're now known as Edward ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Friday, 27 November 2020 20:04:45 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** You're now known as Edward ** mads_ is now known as Morgan ** ChanServ sets mode(s) +o Morgan (Edward) C&p pls (@Morgan) That led us into what could have been done differently, and what difference it would have made to the potential annexations. She plays devil's advocate well, I've seen her Father do it to ours, it must be a family thing. (@Morgan) When your survival depends on the outcome of a crop, as farmers would, they tend to be very good at looking at all angles (@Morgan) * EdK nods (@Morgan) Rather than ploughing all the fields first and seeing the outcome afterwards. (@Morgan) * Morgan nods (@Morgan) She's going to be an asset to you with Gottkirchen (@Morgan) * Morgan nods (@Morgan) absolutely she is (Edward) **A shout from Sorgi brings the crews attention, and it's familiar to Morgan, one that says they're about fifteen minutes out of the port * Edward glances around before looking at Morgan (Edward) When you get a moment, ask Molly in Avalonian about exhibit on the deterioration of the three Germanic statues in the museum. (@Morgan) in Avalonian... * Edward nods, amiling (Edward) Yes * @Morgan nods, looking up at the crows nest (@Morgan) Can I assume its something the likes of Varick should not understand? (Edward) *one of the crew is looking out in the direction of Picante* (Edward) Not at all. *he looks at his pocket watch* He will be asleep by now, it's almost quarter before seven * @Morgan looks confused (@Morgan) alright, I shall * Edward nods (Edward) How is the guitar? (@Morgan) Beautiful, thank you (Edward) You are welcome. I would have brought it myself, but I was busy (@Morgan) oh? (Edward) Scouting the museums and dress shops to ensure I knew of any risks or dangers * @Morgan nods (Edward) Have you spent much time in Picante? (@Morgan) No, I can't say I have. Molly is remarkably excited about it (Edward) It's a beautiful city. Beautiful women too. The Cathedral is popular. * @Morgan nods (Edward) Are you going sightseeing? (@Morgan) I think given all she's been through lately, its the least I can do (Edward) If you prefer not to, I can suffice for you *he smiles* (@Morgan) Thank you, but no... I'd like to spend a bit of time just wandering around with her * Edward smiles (Edward) She is going to love that. I could spend some time talking to Varick about Natasha? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) please * Edward nods (Edward) I'll keep Father with me so he doesn't insist on joining you * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) thank you * Edward smirks (Edward) Potts brought a mistress here once... Witts came with them... (@Morgan) oh? (Edward) Witts wasn't good at reading between the lines, and didn't realise it was supposed to be a romantic stroll, and followed them relentlessly (@Morgan) oh dear (@Morgan) I dont picture Potts as being the type to not tell him to do one * Edward shrugs (Edward) Witts has been like a little brother to Potts * @Morgan nods (Edward) Potts sent him on an errand, and things worked out just fine. I can't remember which mistress it was though. Many have come and gone * @Morgan frowns briefly (@Morgan) to each their own * Edward snorts then laughs (Edward) Yes Father (@Morgan) Listen here, young lady, if I was of the same opinion, I'd be lambasting Potts as the scourge of the moral world * Edward laughs (Edward) Potts' girls did alright for themselves (@Morgan) Good (Edward) He took care of them, they were short-lived but they ended up married, or housed and given funds to start a bisoness (Edward) Business * * @Morgan nods (Edward) He's on good terms with them all, writes them cards each prophet's mass. Not all nobles treat their mistresses well, but Potts has made an art of it (@Morgan) Good. I had worried he would treat them as many others do * Edward shakes his head (Edward) Contracts upfront, Gift of Parting discussed before he's even kissed them. None of the "act first, think later" situations that get ugly when the mistress has no idea if or how he will support her during and after * @Morgan nods (Edward) You still don't approve though? (@Morgan) Lets say I disapprove less * Edward laughs (Edward) Can t be more than fifty or so... * @Morgan shakes his head * Edward laughs louder (Edward) I was winding you up. It's around a dozen, in the last six years (@Morgan) You deserve a thump for that * Edward automatically checks the gap * @Morgan smiles (@Morgan) I wouldn't where you are so uneasy (Edward) I'll bear that in mind below deck * @Morgan smiles (Edward) **The crew are getting busier, and Sorgi is getting louder (Edward) If you will excuse me, I am going to go below now (@Morgan) nervous time? (Edward) No, I wanted to talk to James about something * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) very well * Edward inclines his head before heading towards the stairs, leaving Morgan alone * @Morgan heads over to the side rail, looking along the ship (Edward) **everything looks good (Edward) **The city of Picante is wide, the buildings all a similar colour of warmish tan stone. In the centre of the port is Ila Lanterna, the world's largest lighthouse, more than five hundred years old * @Morgan leans on the rail watching the city grow closer (Edward) **The crew bustle around him, and soon he is drawn into the physical labour of helping to bring the ship in. The width of the Port makes this a very easy docking. In next to no time, the gang plank is put down, and sails on all three masts are furled. Sorgi congratulates them all on a job well done. ** You're now known as Claudia * Claudia comes over to Morgan (Claudia) The only good thing about Vodacce is the wine (@Morgan) If you like that sort of thing... (Claudia) **The port is surprisingly quiet, but in Vodacce it is Saturday, not Sunday, that is the Sabbath (Claudia) Better than the people... *she watches a very finely dressed man with a thick book approach. He is obviously Vodacce in his colouring, and was probably very handsome thirty years ago (@Morgan) Given how little time I have for the Vodacce generally, how long until someone annoys me? (Claudia) Looking at that peacock, thirty seconds. (Claudia) **The man asks for permission to board, which Sorgi gives* (@Morgan) I might just let Sorgi deal with him * Claudia nods, arms folded. He introduces himself to Sorgi as Giovanni Rutolius, harbour master of Picante, and starts asking for details of the ship and it's purpose. He speaks as if he is going Sorgi a favour by allowing him to dock in the port * @Morgan scratches his nose as he watches (Claudia) I can't remember the last time I beat a Vodacce... (@Morgan) Does half Vodacce count? (Claudia) **Sorgi handles it all with a good easy charm. A large handful of documents is given to the captain * Claudia nods (Claudia) I suppose so (@Morgan) Just over a week ago then * Claudia glances at him (Claudia) Isiah Fischler? * @Morgan nods (Claudia) I knew I should have been born a Veisgraf! * Claudia grins. The harbour master looks her over a moment (@Morgan) I get the feeling that mans about to make a mistake (Claudia) **he smiles at her. She just stares right at him, somewhat menacingly* (Claudia) Funny how often men make those mistakes * @Morgan nods (Claudia) **Sorgi watches between Claudia and Rutolius a moment, before addressing the harbour master** I trust that is all? (Claudia) **he gives Claudia a last glance before nodding to Sorgi** Please ensure both copies are returned to me first thing in the morning. Good evening. * Claudia watches him go, muttering (Claudia) Good riddance. (@Morgan) oh but he was so taken with you * Claudia glares at him a moment (Claudia) He touches me, he dies. * @Morgan chuckles (Claudia) **Sorgi comes over** Everything alright? (@Morgan) aye captain... just commenting on the harbour master (Claudia) S: What do you think of him? (@Morgan) Our esteemed friend considered him something of a peacock (Claudia) S: *he smiles a little at her* I agree. (Claudia) **he hands Morgan a very tedious looking document about the rules and regulations of the port, and a docking permit* Could you give this to Molly? (@Morgan) Molly? (Claudia) S: Yes, she wanted to learn more about the administration side of running a ship (@Morgan) You need them back? (Claudia) S: By morning. The Captain and Owner are supposed to sign them. * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) I see (Claudia) **There's a ringing bell to call the crew to dine (Claudia) **There's a mass exodus from the deck, only a handful of crew on watch, and this is as expected, with the captain and esteemed guests eating later * Claudia inclines her head to Morgan before going with them. Sorgi looks to Morgan ** You're now known as Sorgi (Sorgi) A smooth sailing and docking. We will want to sail before midday to make Starke by nightfall * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'll be taking Molly to do some sightseeing in the morning * Sorgi nods (Sorgi) Very good, m' Lord (Sorgi) Anything else, m' Lord (@Morgan) No, captain... I'll be taking Varick into the crows nest at some point, actually * Sorgi nods, looking up at it (Sorgi) Before we sail? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I don't mind taking a watch up there (Sorgi) Let me know when you want to, and she's all yours, m' Lord * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) thank you * Sorgi inclines his head before getting distracted by a slightly loose rope * Sorgi goes off to fix it * @Morgan takes the papers and heads below deck to find Molly ** You're now known as Molly * Molly is in their quarters sipping cherry brandy by the window, looking out to the city * @Morgan puts the papers down in front of her (@Morgan) Sorgi asked me to give you these * Molly picks them up, looking through them, nodding slowly (Molly) Thank you * Molly puts them on the desk (Molly) It looks beautiful out there, liebes herz * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that lighthouse is the oldest in the world * Molly looks excited (Molly) How interesting! (Molly) Did you enjoy being on deck? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'll be taking Varick up to the crows nest tomorrow, I may well take a watch up there * Molly smiles (Molly) Of course, liebling (@Morgan) Did Varick settle alright? (Molly) Absolutely fine (Molly) He is very happy to be back with you * Molly sips the brandy, going back to the window * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I missed him a great deal (Molly) He missed you too, especially in the military museum (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) He had lots of questions about where you fought, what it was like... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) natural I suppose * Molly nods (Molly) He's too young to understand * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye * Molly watches him (Molly) What do you think of the story about the ghost? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) sounds rather spot on to me * Molly frowns a little (Molly) So you know who "Martin" was? (@Morgan) I think its the brother of one of his friends that I met (Molly) And Tiggy is the nickname your Father would hate? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) bastardisation of Koertig... * Molly nods, smiling (Molly) Does that displease you? (@Morgan) A little... I find Pottersdam mildly displeasing * Molly looks at him over the rim (Molly) Why, liebling? (@Morgan) He's arrogant, brash, and I suspect boorish... (Molly) These are strong opinions on a short acquaintance * Molly watches him curiously * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) he rubs me entirely up the wrong way * Molly nods slowly (Molly) Do you think you would dislike him less if Edward weren't so fond of him? (@Morgan) No... (Molly) But...? (@Morgan) its a fair question... I just don't like him much, but it could be I worry he'll lead Edward astray (Molly) He has very little time to, with the wedding so soon? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I just wish Edward didn't idolise him quite so much * Molly watches him appraisingly (Molly) But it is not jealousy? * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) I don't think so * Molly does likewise (Molly) Alright. But I think he loves Mina far more than he idolises his friend * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) agreed (Molly) The way he talks about her... *she smiles* Its very romantic * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye (Molly) I did not picture him being a romantic sort * Molly sips her brandy * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Its rather endearing, isn't it (@Morgan) oh... I'm meant to ask you about something in Avalonian... * Molly tilts her head (Molly) You find his romanticness endearing? (@Morgan) You find that confusing? (Molly) No... But it is interesting (@Morgan) why? * Molly thinks about this (Molly) It's watching the two of you, the way you're moving together... what things draw you, make you like each other (@Morgan) I've no idea what draws him towards me, or what he likes of me * Molly smiles (Molly) Have you considered asking him? * @Morgan shakes his head, picking up his guitar and sitting down, fiddling with the strings quietly (@Morgan) No, I haven't * Molly watches him (Molly) Perhaps you should (@Morgan) Maybe (@Morgan) I'm not sure I'm... ready to risk finding out its very little * Molly sits on the couch (Molly) This is that important to you... (@Morgan) I think it is * Molly nods thoughtfully (Molly) That is also very interesting (@Morgan) why? (Molly) Why is the opinion of Edward, a man you left everything behind to avoid, now so important to your well-being... * @Morgan shrugs (Molly) Liebes herz... (@Morgan) what? (Molly) Are you hiding, or do you not know? (@Morgan) I don't know... and its troubling (Molly) Do you wish me to leave it, or to help you work through your thoughts? * @Morgan chuckles (@Morgan) I'm not sure really * Molly smiles (Molly) When you have decided, I am here, as always * @Morgan nods (Molly) How are you feeling about saying goodbye? (@Morgan) I've not given it much thought so far, but I'm not looking forward to it * Molly nods (Molly) Tomorrow will be our last full day with them, they will need to set off early on Monday to make the best progress towards Sudlachenburg * @Morgan nods (Molly) I was thinking, about Edwards shoulder... (@Morgan) oh? * Molly watches him (Molly) You recall what happened with the protectiveness on Sorgi, Claudia and Otto? * @Morgan nods (Molly) It is possible that will happen with Edward * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that had occurred to me (Molly) Would that trouble you? (@Morgan) Only insofar as we wouldn't know if it was that that made him protective, or his duty (Molly) Or that he genuinely cares about you enough to keep me safe * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) He likes you * Molly nods (Molly) That is useful (@Morgan) You are not pleased? (Molly) I did not say I was not pleased * @Morgan raises an eyebrow * Molly watches him (Molly) As you have said, he and I getting on is what you wish * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) You do not like him (Molly) I think I do * @Morgan nods (Molly) I do not have a shared childhood with him as you do. I appreciate the care he has shown me, and I have enjoyed his company * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) good * Molly frowns slightly (Molly) Would it matter so much to you? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) maybe... but it cannot be forced and I am satisfied with the progress made (Molly) I like him well enough so far * @Morgan nods (Molly) I am sure by the wedding more progress will be made. Do you still intend to be his best man? (@Morgan) I think so (Molly) You are not certain? * @Morgan shrugs * Molly frowns a little (Molly) Have I unsettled you? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye (Molly) Why, liebling? * Molly softly lays her hand on his forearm (@Morgan) I'm not sure ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Saturday, 28 November 2020 11:21:07 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (@Morgan) You are not certain? (@Morgan) * Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) * Molly frowns a little (@Morgan) Have I unsettled you? (@Morgan) * Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye (@Morgan) Why, liebling? (@Morgan) * Molly softly lays her hand on his forearm (@Morgan) I'm not sure * Molly thinks about this a minute, her thumb stroking his arm (Molly) I could offer some theories? (@Morgan) You could * Molly watches him (Molly) Do you wish me to? (@Morgan) If you'd like (Molly) It could be that you are disappointed, that you feel I am not trying hard enough with him... (@Morgan) I think its closer to being that you seem rather... cold to it * Molly thinks about this a moment (Molly) That is something to think about... I can see why it would seem so * @Morgan nods (Molly) It is still surprising to me that where what you wished a few weeks ago was he and I to be civil, but now you wish for more (@Morgan) If you feel you cannot, I understand, but I wish to know (Molly) I am still getting to know him, liebling. But I see no reason why it would not develop between us (@Morgan) It just feels you have no interest in it doing so * Molly smiles (Molly) Not at all. I have brothers who I have very little true closeness with due to the fact they did absolutely nothing when I was cast aside. I would like to have a closeness with Edward, and Mina, that I do not really have with James and Caroline, or Peter and Elizabeth. * @Morgan nods * @Morgan picks at the strings (Molly) I am curious as to why it is important. Is it because it is practical, or is it because you need me to love him too? (@Morgan) No, where you are now is practical... (Molly) And so...? (@Morgan) I'm not sure even I am there yet... * Molly tilts her head (Molly) Alright... * Molly nods to herself a moment (Molly) I will make a concerted effort to spend more time with him and build upon what we have started (@Morgan) If you wish to, blossom * Molly looks at him (Molly) What do _you_ wish, liebling? (@Morgan) I will not influence your decision making in this regard * Molly frowns a little (Molly) It feels like you are withdrawing from me, my love (@Morgan) I do not want to force you to become closer to him if that is not what you wish (Molly) That _is_ what I wish. For us to have a happy extended family. For you to be happy. (@Morgan) I'm happy enough blossom, but I would not complainer more happiness and closeness (Molly) Between he and I, or between you and he, I wonder? (@Morgan) Mostly the former * Molly nods (Molly) Then that is what I shall work towards (@Morgan) only if you wish it (Molly) I do not feel forced or coerced * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) good (Molly) Now, something Avalonian? * Molly smiles (@Morgan) ?I'm to ask you about the exhibit on the deterioration of the three germanic statues ? * Molly looks amused and puzzled, but starts explaining what the statues are and how they deteriorated. It isn't particularly interesting, but the words Deterioration, Germanic, Three and Statues all have a faint Eisen accent to some of the syllables * Molly does not seem to notice this * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) oh my blossom * Molly smiles, looking puzzled still, watching him (@Morgan) Say it again... * Molly reverts back to Eisen automatically (Molly) It was not that interesting, surely? There were far more interesting exhibits, especially in the part of the museum about the old myths of the Eisen warrior tribes (@Morgan) You, my darling, have developed an accent * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) Have I? * @Morgan pronounces Deterioration in Avalon, taking care to use no accent * Molly nods as if this is obvious (Molly) Yes? (@Morgan) say it... (Molly) Deterioration *the accent, though not strong, is definitely there. Her brows rise, and she covers her mouth, smiling and blushing. She watches his expression* * @Morgan smiles slightly (Molly) Oh! *she repeats it a couple of times, and it gradually goes back to fairly educated Avalon, as she normally would* (Molly) ¥Deterioration¥ , is that better? *she smiles softly* (@Morgan) Its as it was, I don't know about better * Molly smiles (Molly) You do not prefer me speaking unaccented Avalonian? (@Morgan) I think its rather endearing actually * Molly smiles, blushing (Molly) Then I do not think I will fight against it, if it pleases you in any way * Molly 's fingers go to her lower lip (@Morgan) I was a little concerned it being pointed out would be upsetting (Molly) Why, liebling? (@Morgan) given what you've had to give up * Molly shrugs a little (Molly) I had not made the link between the two * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) good (Molly) I suppose really, I have barely spoken Avalon since we went on honeymoon * @Morgan nods (Molly) It does not trouble you that I am becoming more Eisen even in my speech? (@Morgan) Why would it? (Molly) Because I am part of your Avalon life. I thought it might appeal to your Avalon side for me to retain my Avalonianness (@Morgan) You are part of my life, full stop * Molly smiles, nodding (Molly) Thank you. So Edward picked up on it whilst we were in Atemlos then... * @Morgan nods * Molly nods (Molly) I wonder what he thinks of it (@Morgan) I may ask him * Molly smiles (Molly) I will need to keep it controlled if you wish Varick to speak it without an accent though * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'm not sure thats particularly vital, really (Molly) It will be easier for him if people do not automatically judge him though * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) assuming he deals with anyone outside of Eisen (Molly) He will be whilst we are in Tawstock (@Morgan) You think he will have learned much by then? Although I hear you ended up teaching father more than Varick... * Molly giggles (Molly) Your Father does try hard * @Morgan nods (Molly) I do not think either he or Edward would be able to lose their accents (@Morgan) No, theirs is too ingrained (@Morgan) I suspect its a matter of pride for them too * Molly nods (Molly) I think you are right. Are you glad mine is not so pronounced? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I think its rather adorable * Molly blushes and smiles (Molly) Really? * @Morgan nods * Molly bites her lip (Molly) I am glad (@Morgan) I did worry that perhaps you felt you were losing your identity * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) I don't know... my identity is changing, I am changing. It is scary, but as I have said before, nothing remains constant without effort * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) This is your home now (@Morgan) well... Eisen is, not here (Molly) The Rose is always going to be somewhat my home, I think (@Morgan) I meant Vodacce, but yes... I understand that (Molly) There were very few things before the Rose that felt truly mine * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles (Molly) But that does not mean I regret giving her to you (@Morgan) You are sure? (Molly) Of course I am. Do you regret me doing so? * Molly sips her brandy, having almost forgotten about it entirely whilst they have been talking * @Morgan shakes his head (@Morgan) no * Molly smiles warmly (Molly) Good. Are you enjoying her in the same way you enjoy Innesbruck? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Its nice to get her working though (Molly) In a few days, at sea! (Molly) Are you looking forward to that? (@Morgan) aye, I suppose so (Molly) More so if you were captaining her though? (@Morgan) maybe, I don't know * Molly watches him (Molly) You are very troubled to be leaving Eisen and your family? (@Morgan) somewhat, aye * Molly chews her lower lip (Molly) We could stay... (@Morgan) No, we have plans and places to be (Molly) We do... But I would not wish them to come at the cost of your happiness (@Morgan) No, there are things we need to do (Molly) Perhaps that feeling will go once we have dropped them off? (@Morgan) Perhaps, aye (@Morgan) we can but wait and see * Molly looks at the guitar (Molly) Did you get much chance to play it whilst we were away? (@Morgan) a bit, aye (Molly) Was that helpful? (@Morgan) tough to say... I played a few lullabys I used to play for Jana... * Molly looks a little surprised, voice gentle (Molly) I should imagine they are beautiful (@Morgan) I suppose so, aye (Molly) Did you used to play mostly Eisen ones? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye * Molly sips the brandy (Molly) Did you used to play them when you were in Avebury with your old guitar? (@Morgan) No, too much risk of being overheard (Molly) Because they were Eisen? * @Morgan nods * Molly nods sadly (Molly) And in Tawstock you had no guitar * @Morgan nods (Molly) Will you play them for Varick, or is it a little too raw still? *her voice is quiet and soft* (@Morgan) I'll consider it... (Molly) You do not need to, liebling. The world is full of Lullabyes. If these are too precious to you, you need not share them with us * @Morgan nods * Molly strokes his arm gently (Molly) Did you used to play Kosk Yn Ta? (@Morgan) No, actually (Molly) Had you forgotten about it, like Edward? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I had, I suppose (Molly) Interesting though... (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) We had the same Lullabyes as children, when you were in Durham (Molly) Catterick* * @Morgan nods (Molly) I would say what an odd coincidence, but... * Molly smiles * @Morgan chuckles (@Morgan) aye, I'm not sure that statement ever applies any longer (Molly) No, I am not sure it does. Such as Alarice hiring the mercenary company that happened to have Karlsruhe leading it, and then Edward meeting him * @Morgan nods (Molly) I wonder where they will go now they have a working ship? (@Morgan) Well, Aachen has gone home to speak with his brother about writing to his Graf to remove the rift... * Molly looks intrigued (Molly) He is one of the mercenaries? (@Morgan) aye (Molly) What is the rift? (@Morgan) broadly speaking, religious... the Graf is Vaticine and wanted all the Freiarrs at the time to sign a pact to work together, where as Aachens father decided he could do better from a secular viewpoint, so refused to sign. It hasn't worked, and since then the Graf has refused any assistance even though the new Freiarr has offered to sign it. I've told him to write another appeal but via me so I can lend my weight to it * Molly smiles (Molly) I should imagine a letter from His Excellency the Duke Morgan Koertig will be most helpful (@Morgan) The Graf may not agree (Molly) He surely would not wish to go up against a Duke? (@Morgan) He may wish to go against the Duke set to replace him * Molly tilts her head (Molly) It's a Gottkirchen issue? * @Morgan nods (Molly) That is... *she smiles and shakes her head* Not an odd coincidence... * @Morgan chuckles (@Morgan) Unfortunately he could not afford to lose the pay in the meantime to see his family... so I sent him on an errand to get his brother to write to me, which of course he must be paid for... and since he's there he may as well see his family (Molly) What will you do? Will you fix it as soon as you can start influencing? * @Morgan nods (Molly) He has family there? (@Morgan) I plan to... though I plan to put it to Maubourg that its time to move on from the disagreement he had with the old Freiarr... Aachen is the Freiarr's brother, and his wife has stayed to help his brother rebuild (Molly) Oh! When did he last see his poor wife?! (@Morgan) Some time ago as I understand it * Molly watches him, biting her lip (Molly) You sent him back to her? * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles (Molly) Every time I think there is nothing you could do that would make me adore you more, you find a way to do it (@Morgan) I'm afraid though it has cost me all the money I won at his Grace's house and from father with the bow... * Molly smiles (Molly) Money you earned through your skills, liebling (@Morgan) through sheer luck * Molly smiles (Molly) A very worthy way to spend it * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I thought so (Molly) I should imagine there was much joy in taking your father's money for successful archery (@Morgan) There would have been if I was not so stunned * Molly smiles (Molly) It was most surprising (Molly) Maybe Aachen will not need to leave his wife again, with your help to resolve the situation? (@Morgan) Perhaps. Though I think Karlsruhe intends him to take over (Molly) Karlsruhe is retiring? (@Morgan) No. He plans to lead them until they no longer need him, then intends to kill himself * Molly frowns deeply (Molly) Why? (@Morgan) He wishes to be with his wife. * Molly bows her head (Molly) Oh, I see. * @Morgan nods (Molly) But he is Vaticine. That is a mortal sin. * @Morgan nods * Molly sighs (Molly) That makes no sense. But I doubt that would matter. (@Morgan) No, I suspect not... I am at a loss of what I can do to prevent it, to help him * Molly nods sadly (Molly) Believe me when I say I know how that feels, liebling * @Morgan nods (Molly) Perhaps nothing. Perhaps it would make no difference. (@Morgan) hmmm? (Molly) No matter what you try, you might just have to accept that he wants that more than any reason or hope you can give * @Morgan nods (Molly) It is a very challenging situation and, I am sure, one that you must feel a strong desire to fix * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) and yet feel utterly helpless to do so * Molly rubs his arm, her expression compassionate (Molly) I know, my love. (Molly) I do not even think my talent could help in that circumstance (@Morgan) No... I'm inclined to agree * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) I wonder if Varick could help (@Morgan) Bit late now blossom * Molly laughs softly (Molly) It would be an odd coincidence to run into him again in the future, wouldn't it? * @Morgan nods (Molly) Which, surely, makes it almost a certainty, mon petit chien de berger ((little sheepdog)) *she grins* (@Morgan) Probably, aye (Molly) Maybe Mae would know whether Freiarrin Karlsruhe could be spoken to? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) worth asking I suppose (Molly) Though the Vaticine may think she is not at rest because of the manner of her passing ((He hasn't told her this)), I do not think our heavenly father so unmoved (@Morgan) what do you know of her passing? (Molly) That she was raped and then ended her life from the roof of their castle after leaving a note for him * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) who told you? (Molly) Edward (Molly) I could not fathom why the situation with the annexation of Karlsruhe was so traumatic to him, and I pushed him to explain (@Morgan) ah (Molly) You are displeased? * Molly sips the brandy (@Morgan) No I suppose not (Molly) I feel for her * @Morgan nods (Molly) And for him, having been so far away * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I cannot imagine how hard that must have been for him * Molly nods (Molly) And how much he would blame himself for having not been back sooner * @Morgan nods (Molly) The issue is, even if Mae could say Freiarrin Karlsruhe was at rest, how in Theah could we explain how we know? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) indeed * Molly sighs (Molly) Awkward Eiseners... *she smirks* * @Morgan nods * Molly finishes her brandy (Molly) Little that can be done about that for now at least * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye * Molly glances at the clock (Molly) It is going to be strange not changing for dinner each day. I have grown accustomed to noble routines and behaviours these last few months * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) It could be some time before we again * Molly smiles (Molly) I cannot imagine that troubling you? (@Morgan) No, not particularly (Molly) You have a freedom here to work and be useful that you do not have in many other places (@Morgan) Not that has made much difference in those other places * Molly smiles (Molly) That is true. You can usually find something to do with your hands * @Morgan nods (Molly) Are you planning to spend most of your time working on the ship? (@Morgan) I dont know really... probably not (Molly) That surprises me (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) I assumed you would wish to relive the less violent parts of your navy days *she smiles* (@Morgan) I'll do some, no doubt (Molly) You like to keep busy, like in Innesbruck * @Morgan nods (Molly) Which reminds me, it is Saturday (@Morgan) Yes... it is (Molly) I would usually try to make contact with Jacques at nine * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) if you wish to blossom (Molly) It would be useful to see how far it extends. I am considering telling my Father. * Molly watches his reaction closely (@Morgan) While it may not bother him, would he be able to keep that to himself? (Molly) I rather think so. And he can actually implement things, influence things. He would be an important source of knowledge. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I suppose so (Molly) We need not decide yet, but I think it is worth considering. Is there much you wish me to ask about or pass on? (@Morgan) no, as long as all is well * Molly nods (Molly) I suppose even if I am not redressing I should go and check my hair before dinner * @Morgan smiles (@Morgan) if you wish blossom * Molly stands up, and comes around behind him * Molly wraps her arms around his shoulders. It's just like in the dream he had yesterday about playing his guitar (Molly) I love you, liebling. It is good to be home. (@Morgan) and I you blossom * Molly goes off into the bedroom ** Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) ** Morgan has joined #7thseaic ** ChanServ sets mode(s) +o Morgan ** You are now disconnected