------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Tuesday, 1 December 2020 19:34:12 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic * Molly is stood by the window watching the activity on the dock. She appears ready to go, back in the modified trousers, shirt and corset (@Morgan) blossom... * Molly smiles (Molly) Good morning, liebes herz (@Morgan) how did you sleep? (Molly) Very well, and you? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Sorgi needs the papers * Molly blushes, smiling (Molly) Alright, they are in the drawer of the desk * @Morgan fetches them (@Morgan) he wishes to sail by eleven so we'd best get moving * Molly nods (Molly) Have you seen Edward? * Molly comes to his side (@Morgan) He's on deck (@Morgan) rolling his shoulder like its going out of fashion * Molly smiles (Molly) Good * Molly watches him (Molly) It is good, isn't it? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I had wanted him to have it healed (Molly) Why? (@Morgan) He'll not be much use for carrying his wife with his arm like that * Molly 's eyes light up (Molly) You mean over the threshold rather than... (@Morgan) up a hill, away from spiders... though Edward is more likely to want carrying at that point * Molly picks up her handbag (Molly) He is so afraid? * @Morgan laughs (@Morgan) absolutely terrified of them (Molly) That's quite sweet * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) if you say so (Molly) You had no further nightmares last night? (@Morgan) No (@Morgan) far from it * Molly smiles (Molly) Something nice for a change? * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles warmly (Molly) I am glad. I dreamt something rather inappropriate... (@Morgan) so did I * Molly puts her hand on the door knob. She grins (Molly) That's unusual for you, isn't it? (@Morgan) extremely (Molly) Well now I am most curious! (@Morgan) sadly, time is slipping away... where's Varick? * Molly sighs dramatically (Molly) Tease. He is still asleep * @Morgan frowns slightly (@Morgan) very well...he will be alright if we leave him to sleep? (Molly) Edward told me last night he would watch Varick whenever we wished to be alone * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) very well then * Molly opens the door to the corridor (Molly) You will tell me later though? (@Morgan) perhaps * Molly glances at him, trying to establish his mood * @Morgan looks fairly calm (Molly) Perhaps I will tell you mine then... * @Morgan nods * Molly leads the way down the corridor (Molly) Do you know how Edward will explain his shoulder or stitches? (@Morgan) I've no idea... do you want to find out before we go? * Molly shrugs (Molly) If you wish. I will not be telling anyone what I know about of it hapoened * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) we've got time later to find out * Molly nods (Molly) I an more curious what the unoffered services were! But I definitely won't be asking that (@Morgan) No, I wouldn't if I were you * Molly shrugs (Molly) It might not be something that would shock me, Mon petit chou... (@Morgan) you think? (Molly) It's possible * Molly frowns a little (Molly) Can you speak Vodacce? (@Morgan) No more than absolutely necessary * Molly looks puzzled (Molly) You dislike Vodacce? * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) dislike is perhaps a strong word. (Molly) "Have a mild disdain for", then? (@Morgan) disdain, thats an apt term... I think they're a bit of a waste of space (Molly) Why, liebling? **they manage to get up on deck in between the crew carrying crates* * @Morgan heads to find Sorgi (@Morgan) because... they're constantly preening, more concerned with who is wearing what this season than anything if importance ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Tuesday, 1 December 2020 20:37:36 Greenwich Mean 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 smiles (MollyK) You find them shallow? * @Morgan nods (MollyK) **Sorgi is stood beside The harbour master, who looks even more fancily dressed than the previous night (@Morgan) case in point * MollyK speaks quietly (MollyK) Who is that? (@Morgan) harbour master ** Molly has quit (Ping timeout: 245 seconds) * MollyK nods. The man in question looks up, obviously spotting Molly, particularly her hair. Sorgi waits on a reply that doesn't come * @Morgan sighs, heading towards them * MollyK glances at Morgan before walking beside him. Rutolius continues to watch Molly even as Sorgi gets a reply from him at last ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Tuesday, 1 December 2020 20:44:48 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (MK) [20:43] * MollyK glances at Morgan before walking beside him. Rutolius continues to watch Molly even as Sorgi gets a reply from him at last (MK) **Edward is watching them from a distance (@Morgan) Captain... (MK) **Sorgi inclines his head. He introduces the Duke and Duchess Koertig to the harbour master, who holds out his hand to Morgan * @Morgan shakes it ** MollyK has quit (Ping timeout: 250 seconds) * MK glances over at Edward, who smiles. Rutolius lets go after a moment, bending over Molly's hand and kissing her knuckles, though their statuses are now so far apart he should only bow * @Morgan frowns briefly before handing the papers to Sorgi (MK) ((Attention?)) (@Morgan) ((Harbour master)) (MK) S: **Sorgi takes them with thanks, before adding his own signature. Rutolius lets go of Molly's hand** You have the most exquisite hair, Your Serene Grace ((appropriate in Vodacce for a duchess)) * MK smiles, touching it briefly "Thank you" Then she looks at Morgan (MK) **Edward is also watching Morgan* (MK) **Rutolius moves to stand beside Molly** We have the most beautiful dress shops in Picante, I am sure there would be many dresses that would go wonderfully with your colouring... (MK) **Edward has moved closer, frowning a little. He is still watching Morgan* (@Morgan) Perhaps you can give us directions to them, so we might visit them (MK) R: *he does so, but he's gradually moving closer to Molly* * @Morgan fixes him with a stare, not even blinking (@Morgan) is there anything else you need? (MK) E: *approaching from behind, Edward goes from walking normally to suddenly stumbling into the harbour master and knocking the man away from her* My apologies, sir, I lost my footing! * MK glances up at Morgan (MK) R: *He brushes off his coat a moment before glancing at Edward, Molly, and then looking to Morgan* No, just the permits, Your Serene Grace (MK) **Sorgi hands them over* (MK) R: *he bows to them before leaving the ship. Sorgi goes over to Koen. Edward watches Morgan* (@Morgan) Clumsy, Edward (MK) *he nods* Funny how that happens sometimes * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) must be the new range of motion in your shoulder, throwing your balance off (MK) E: I could have tested it by throwing a punch, but that wouldn't be gentlemanly (@Morgan) Thats more my style anyway * MK watches the two of them, smiling (MK) E: if his hand had actually reached her before I stumbled, that would be reasonable (@Morgan) He touches her again he'll be swimming (MK) E: *he nods* Any man making moves to touch Mina there would be swimming with rocks tied to his feet. (MK) **this reminds Morgan of Molly's Tawstock dream he slipped into where she had just returned from Picante and had put Morgan's hand on her bottom to demonstrate what the harbour master had done whilst she was there* * @Morgan frowns, looking at the harbour (@Morgan) we'd best move blossom, lest the captain leaves us behind * MK looks to Edward (MK) Would you mind waiting for Varick to wake please? Oh, and where is that chocolate shop? (MK) **Edward supplies the details and heads below, giving them time to slip past the busy crew and get onto dry land. She looks up at him with excitement (MK) I am finally in Vodacce! (@Morgan) You are (MK) Thank you, my love * @Morgan nods (MK) **The harbour master appears to be pestering another captain about something a little further down the dock. Molly watches him, then looks to Morgan (MK) What an over-familiar man... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Do you remember the dream I told you about, I'd stayed in Tawstock, you were running the Rose and the harbour master put his hands on you in Picante? * MK frowns (MK) I recall you saying I had been to Picante, and that I was very, very confident... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) You'd told me of the harbour master placing his hand on you, much as _he_ was about to * MK looks thoughtful (MK) That's odd * @Morgan nods slowly (@Morgan) I'm thinking its less and less odd * MK starts to wander in a direction, just taking in the scenery (MK) We seem to be encountering something like premonitions? (@Morgan) it would appear so, blossom * MK nods (MK) It wouldn't be the first time, I suppose * MK looks at him (MK) Surely he would not have actually done that though? (@Morgan) He seemed to be heading that way (MK) My hair is a nuisance sometimes (@Morgan) No, if he cannot keep his hands to himself, he should confine himself to his house * MK smiles (MK) He should read his Holy Book more... It says there if a man cannot keep his hands from a woman who is not his wife, he should cut them off (@Morgan) I could assist him with that (MK) He would certainly need assistance for the second hand... (@Morgan) I've got an axe, I could do both for him * MK nods (MK) It also says it would be better for a man to pluck out his own eyes than look at a woman who isn't his life with lust (MK) Wife* (@Morgan) Difficult with no hands... * MK nods (MK) It would seem to imply that Our Lord does not agree with the taking of mistresses... * MK watches his expression (@Morgan) It would (MK) Not that that stops anyone (@Morgan) No... (MK) It certainly doesn't seem to stop men looking at women lustfully (@Morgan) That it doesn't * MK watches the Great River as they pass onto a pretty terrace. Its even warmer here than in Eisen, and the weather is excellent (MK) Maybe I will start wearing a cap or a bonnet... (@Morgan) If you wish to, but that would not be my choice * MK smirks (MK) I think a bonnet would be rather fetching on you, Mon petit chou (@Morgan) I've not had a hat for some time... I'm starting to miss it (MK) You will want one for Avalon, it will be late September, and rainy no doubt. *she frowns very briefly before smiling again* * @Morgan nods (MK) Freiarrin Bremen told me at His Grace's that it isn't fitting for a married woman to go about with her hair uncovered * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) thats her lookout (MK) It does not trouble you that I do not follow the rules? (@Morgan) I rarely do, why should you? (MK) I... I don't know * MK looks over the water, smiling (MK) It's very beautiful * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) its not the worst place I've ever seen * MK smiles (MK) Is there anything you particularly wish to show me? (@Morgan) No, I just thought you'd like to look around * MK nods, running her hands over a statue (MK) Shall we try to find Edward's shop? I am sure we will see architecture and people along the way? * @Morgan nods * MK holds out her hand * @Morgan takes it (MK) We have about three hours before we must be back to the Rose? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye about that (MK) Do you know Picante at all? (@Morgan) Not really blossom, no * MK smiles (MK) We will be exploring together then (@Morgan) we will indeed * MK giggles (MK) As in other ways too * MK looks around, trying to recall Edwards directions, and then moves in what she thinks is the way towards the shop (@Morgan) hmmm? (MK) Do not fret, my dear Duke, I intend to behave with complete propriety here in this very Vaticine city... (@Morgan) probably just as well * MK nods (MK) It would be most embarrassing to be banished from here, wouldn't it? (@Morgan) Not terribly, I wouldn't consider it any great loss * MK smiles (MK) And lose the trade route with Edward's friend? Would it be worth your while? *she smirks a little* (@Morgan) You have a point... (MK) Although... given how spectacular it usually is, it is probably worth a few guilders at least... (@Morgan) only a few? * MK giggles, leading him further into the city itself (MK) I am not sure what the going rate is for noble men... (MK) And yes, worth a lot more than a few guilders! (@Morgan) I would hope so * MK looks mock thoughtful (MK) Perhaps I ought to charge you for my help with your paperwork last night! (@Morgan) I rather thought you were paid handsomely for that (MK) **They get to a small street that smells like perfume* (MK) You will perhaps need further help in future... *she pauses, trying to read a sign* ((leave it there)) ** Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Friday, 4 December 2020 20:25:50 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) ((You ready/wanting to?)) (@Morgan) ((ummm, yeah, gonna get some pudding in a mo)) * Molly frowns, then smiles (Molly) I have no idea what it says, but I am very curious! * @Morgan looks at it (Molly) **His scanty Vodacce allows him to pick up that this is a church run by Vaticine monks; the Santa Maria Nouvella. It sells perfumes. (@Morgan) Its a church, sells perfume (Molly) Can we go in? (@Morgan) if you wish * Molly smiles warmly (Molly) Thank you * Molly heads in and looks around inside at the stunning architecture and frescoes on the ceilings. It's lavish and very Vaticine, lots of detail and colours, almost more like an art gallery than a church. It's quite busy, fashionable Vodacce men and women looking at all the different wares. There's perfumes, oils, pot pourri, a mix of floral, woody and top notes. (Molly) It's so pretty, liebes herz * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye, that it is * Molly wanders to a monk making perfumes, adding drops of the fragrance in. She asks if he speaks Eisen, to which she gets an answer in Vodacce that he speaks Vodacce and Thean. She chews her lip a moment (Molly) Liebes herz? (@Morgan) yes? (Molly) Can you speak Thean? * @Morgan shrugs slightly, looking uncomfortable (@Morgan) some * Molly watches him a moment (Molly) Could you please ask him if it is alright for me to smell the perfumes and things? In Vodacce if you can... * @Morgan rattles off the question in Thean, barely halting over any word * Molly looks surprised. The monk does likewise. (Molly) Monk: Of course, anything she wishes. The ones in the blue bottles are the perfume our Order created two hundred years ago for Catherine de Medici, who would leave Picante to become a great Queen of Montaigne * @Morgan nods, translating it to Molly * Molly smiles (Molly) Please thank him for me * @Morgan does so * Molly smiles warmly at the monk before wandering over to a table with perfumes and scented oils. Around them, people laugh and speak Vodacce with rapid gesticulating, and far more public touching than is customary in Eisen or Avalon (Molly) I did not realise Montaigne used to have a monarchy * @Morgan nods * Molly undoes a bottle, sniffing it a little. Then she holds it out to him * @Morgan sniffs it (Molly) It smells like orange, and something herby, to me at least? * @Morgan nods * Molly picks up a few more, smelling them one by one. They all smell nice, expensive, and well blended. Then she picks up a blue bottle (@Morgan) that seems about right to me (Molly) Shall we see what the Queen of Montaigne used to wear, my love? * Molly smiles (@Morgan) if you wish blossom * Molly opens it, smelling it before her eyes light up and she passes it to him. It smells warm, exotic, extremely expensive. * Molly speaks quietly (Molly) I know this smell... (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) This is the perfume one of the girls on The Coral wears... it's what it smells like there * @Morgan nods slightly (@Morgan) I see (Molly) Don't you like it? (@Morgan) its very nice (Molly) But you prefer Rose water? *she smiles, doing up the lid and opening another* (@Morgan) Only because it reminds me of you * Molly blushes, smiling (Molly) I assumed you liked it for itself. I am very touched though. * Molly sniffs the next one (Molly) This one is an unusual mix... * Molly hands it over. It smells like Lily of the valley, the perfume he used to buy for Dietlinde, mixed with a warm wood scent. ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Friday, 4 December 2020 21:18:22 Greenwich Mean 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) [21:17] * Molly hands it over. It smells like Lily of the valley, the perfume he used to buy for Dietlinde, mixed with a warm wood scent. (@Morgan) thats similar to one I used to buy Dietlinde * MollyK nods slowly (MollyK) It's very pretty. Smells like *she sniffs it again* Lily of the valley... And Sandalwood, I think * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) No sandalwood in hers, just Lily of the Valley ** Molly has quit (Ping timeout: 245 seconds) * MollyK nods (MollyK) It is good for healing wounds and preventing scarring, and for treating heart troubles * MollyK screws the lid back on (MollyK) As well as smelling nice, of course *she smiles* * @Morgan nods (MollyK) It is the problem of those with an interest in herbalism, it is hard for is to focus on the smell of perfumes without thinking of the uses of the plants in them * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I would imagine that takes a little enjoyment out of it * MollyK looks thoughtful (MollyK) Yes and no (MollyK) It is a distraction, but there's also a joy in knowing those things. I can appreciate the scent in a depth that others might perhaps miss * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that makes sense * MollyK smiles. She watches a Vodacce couple as the woman places perfume behind her ears before the man holds her close a moment to smell it, whispering something to her. Molly tilts her head, speaking quietly (MollyK) That would be quite frowned upon elsewhere... * @Morgan nods * MollyK looks around. No-one seems in the slightest bit outraged, even the monks (MollyK) I suppose that is one of the interesting things about travel? (@Morgan) seeing how other societies behave? * MollyK nods (MollyK) All the things that are different, and all the things that are the same... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I suppose so, aye * MollyK thinks a moment (MollyK) I wonder if they could make some oil to help with your nightmares? (@Morgan) perhaps (MollyK) I still have some money left from your Father... (@Morgan) You plan to buy some perfume? (MollyK) I meant to buy some oil to help your nightmares * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I suppose I could ask (MollyK) If you would not mind...? * @Morgan nods, approaching the same monk as before (MollyK) Monk speaks Thean: How can I serve you? (@Morgan) &I have nightmares and was wondering if you have anything that might help hold them at bay?& (MollyK) &We have. *he finds a bottle that looks very similar to all the other oil bottles* You can use it directly to the skin, or rub it into your rosary for the wood to absorb. * @Morgan sighs slightly (@Morgan) &I don't have a rosary. It could be rubbed under my nose before I sleep?& (MollyK) **He looks surprised* My apologies. As you speak Thean so fluently, I assumed you were a follower of our holy mother church. You can, though the temples, chest and shoulders are usual. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) &how long would this bottle last?& (MollyK) & a month or so (@Morgan) &I'll need more, I think& (MollyK) &how many would you like?& (@Morgan) &I think perhaps six& (MollyK) **he sorts that out, carefully wrapping them in paper. It isn't cheap, but it's also not dreadfully expensive. He has to decide whether to let Molly pay, or pay himself* * @Morgan pays for them (MollyK) **The monk thanks him, wishing them a pleasant day* * @Morgan nods to him, moving back to Molly * MollyK waits for him to be done, and then they make their way outside into the warm Vodacce sunshine. She smiles (MollyK) Will you let me give you some money, liebling? (@Morgan) if you feel the need to, blossom, I shan't stop you * MollyK takes some coins out, handing them to him with a smile (MollyK) Shall we walk towards the chocolate shop? * @Morgan nods * MollyK watches the busy Vodacce streets as they pass through them, the lively chatter and relaxed interactions fascinating her (MollyK) It is strange to see so much activity on a Sunday... I am used to Sunday being the Sabbath * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) its like they start the week on the wrong day * MollyK smiles (MollyK) It's very practical to be Objectionist whilst travelling so much * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye, it is (MollyK) I should imagine that made it easier during the War, not having to think about attending services whilst moving from place to place? (@Morgan) We tended to have a chaplain with us * MollyK walks happily along at his side (MollyK) That is practical too. I suppose it was necessary to though, for last rites... * @Morgan nods (MollyK) Did Marta tell you that is why I had sent for the Priest last Thursday? * @Morgan nods * MollyK nods (MollyK) It seemed advisable (MollyK) Apparently Stef had been at the Church praying for my safety all day * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) she told me she would (MollyK) That was kind of her, don't you think? (@Morgan) it was lovely of her (MollyK) She was very concerned about me... And about you. (@Morgan) oh? (MollyK) She thought you would probably take it hard if you lost me (@Morgan) she was correct * MollyK smiles (MollyK) I didn't really understand that then like I do now. You did not tell me about how you ended up wearing your Father's cross... (@Morgan) He insisted I take it, that I needed it * MollyK nods a little (MollyK) I am surprised you yielded to that (@Morgan) I was in no place to argue cohorently * MollyK looks up at him (MollyK) It was particularly bad in the morning for you? (@Morgan) the whole day was hell (MollyK) Even whilst you were busy with the tasks you had found? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) even then * MollyK nods (MollyK) It was very scary... I did not realise how much danger I was in at first *she shakes her head sadly* * @Morgan nods (MollyK) It was sweet of him to lend you his cross though (@Morgan) very * MollyK glances at him (MollyK) I shouldn't imagine it was much solace? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) It felt wrong to wear it, mostly though because it wasn't mine... I felt I was depriving him of the protection and comfort it offers him * MollyK looks thoughtful (MollyK) I suspect he would have taken comfort in having done something to help you * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) thats partly why I accepted it (MollyK) Partly, liebling? (@Morgan) that and because I couldn't argue without losing control... I felt beaten (MollyK) By your Father's reasoning? (@Morgan) No, in general (MollyK) You were quite resigned the idea that you were to lose me? (@Morgan) That there was nothing at all I could do * MollyK nods (MollyK) There was nothing any of us could really do. (MollyK) Your Father would not have been angry if you had lost your temper, I am sure. (@Morgan) Probably not, but can you imagine the damage I would have caused? (MollyK) You mean if your self-control had slipped? Or if I had died? (@Morgan) the former (MollyK) It would have been severe? (@Morgan) I cant even contemplate how bad it would've been (MollyK) **The air starts to smell like strong coffee (MollyK) Oh liebling, I am sorry you had to bear it * @Morgan takes a deep breath (@Morgan) it is what it is... (MollyK) I know... but if I had been more cautious with my wine, I would not have started the whole sorry business. (@Morgan) That was not your doing... it was hers (MollyK) I appreciate that, liebling. She outwitted me, and I do not like that *she smiles a little* * @Morgan sighs * MollyK glances at him (MollyK) What is it, liebes herz? (@Morgan) You should not have had to have been at odds with a member of my own family * MollyK smiles a little (MollyK) It makes a change from being at odds with a member of my own at least * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I suppose so (MollyK) You and Edward seem to be doing well * MollyK starts obviously looking for something * @Morgan nods, sniffing the air again (@Morgan) aye (MollyK) Perhaps you should spend the evening with him * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) why? * MollyK points in the direction of a shop where old men are sat outside at a chess table, talking animatedly in Vodacce (MollyK) Because tomorrow he will be gone back to Sudlachenburg, and we will be travelling... (@Morgan) yes... (MollyK) You will want to discuss again your progress, and whether you are to be his best man? (@Morgan) I suppose so (MollyK) Shall we have coffee? It is what we generally do when you show me a new, wonderful city *she smiles* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I was hoping you'd say that, it smells rather nice (MollyK) You need not wait on me to invite you, you need only state your wishes! * MollyK smiles warmly, moving toward the shop (@Morgan) it hadn't occurred to me until I smelled it (MollyK) It does smell good. I do not mind sharing you with Edward... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) we'll have time in the weeks to come (@Morgan) I do wonder if father will want my time as well (MollyK) **the discussion between the men gets more contentious* (MollyK) I would imagine so. But tomorrow, I will have you to myself again, so I do not mind * @Morgan nods (MollyK) You will want some closure I think. It has been a busy summer, and though we did not anticipate seeing them again before we went sailing, so much has happened. * @Morgan nods * MollyK glances at him, and when she looks back one of the men is flinging the chess board, pieces and all, into the street (MollyK) **The men are yelling at each other, but it seems to be a disagreement rather than imminent violence** * MollyK smiles a little (@Morgan) and then the tail feathers get raised vertically and fanned out... (MollyK) *she giggles* I thought flinging chess boards was an Eisen thing... * @Morgan shrugs (MollyK) I know the one in your Father's drawing room got knocked off the table the evening we left Heinzharold and Inga there alone... *she smirks a little* (@Morgan) I cant say I'm terribly surprised (MollyK) You aren't going to be all disapproving and provincial? *she giggles, pushing the door open* * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) Not today * MollyK laughs softly (MollyK) It was nothing worse than Edward and Mina were doing in the corridor (@Morgan) Can you imagine how father would have reacted if we were caught doing that before we wed? * MollyK looks mock thoughtful (MollyK) I am trying, liebes herz, but I cannot seem to get past the point where you are holding me and kissing me like that, I am afraid! * @Morgan blushes (MollyK) **The little cafe is warm, quite busy, and the coffee smell is intense. It appears to mostly be women gossiping whilst drinking from tiny glass cups a liquid as dark as blokners * MollyK is now smirking (MollyK) Oh yes, there we go! He is both extremely embarassed and also very cross. It makes no difference because both have our eyes closed! *she giggles, watching him* * @Morgan shakes his head slightly, looking for an empty table (MollyK) **One is easily found in the corner* (MollyK) *quietly* Inga told me that he had said they could share a bed as soon as they had set a date. He would certainly not have tolerated that with us. (@Morgan) No, absolutely not (MollyK) **A minute later, a man comes over offering coffee, or for them to try the new coffee method that has recently come from Numa* * @Morgan looks interested ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Saturday, 5 December 2020 21:43:18 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) (MollyK) *quietly* Inga told me that he had said they could share a bed as soon as they had set a date. He would certainly not have tolerated that with us. (Molly) (@Morgan) No, absolutely not (Molly) (MollyK) **A minute later, a man comes over offering coffee, or for them to try the new coffee method that has recently come from Numa* (Molly) * @Morgan looks interested (Molly) **The servant goes to get them some of this special coffee. Molly watches him with a smile* What are your thoughts on stopping in Castille or Montaigne? (@Morgan) I have no particular objection to it blossom * Molly nods thoughtfully (Molly) We are no longer tied by a trip to court in Carleon, nor to Evie's wedding... (@Morgan) you do not wish to go? (Molly) *she looks solemn* I do, but I will not leave if you again if there is a chance you will need me that day. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Hopefully these oils will help * Molly frowns slightly (Molly) You wish to play it by ear? (@Morgan) that bothers you? (Molly) No... * Molly looks thoughtful (@Morgan) something does... (Molly) If we docked in Carleon, I could leave very early on Monday 21st and be back late on Tuesday 22nd (@Morgan) Or we could find somewhere closer that I could wait at * Molly nods slowly (Molly) I could just stay for the ceremony and not the party afterwards, I suppose (@Morgan) Perhaps (Molly) *The new drinks they are brought are in the same tiny cups as the others have. The coffee in them is very strong and black, and they are told it is called Espresso. He leaves them sugar and milk to add if required, and goes* * @Morgan looks at the cup (Molly) It will be tight for time... You wish to be in Avalon on that date rather than in Eisen, even if I do not go to the wedding? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I don't know * Molly nods (Molly) There's also an uninhabited island you could spend the day upon * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) there is that, actually (Molly) We will be going there at some point though? * Molly picks up the cup, blowing on the surface (@Morgan) I think so, aye * @Morgan tilts his head, eyeing the coffee * Molly watches him, smiling (Molly) Something the matter? (@Morgan) I'm wondering what the point of this is (Molly) Coffee? *she smirks* (@Morgan) No, coffee is served in large cups, to be enjoyed, savoured... this is... * Molly laughs softly before sipping it. She makes an odd expression before smiling (Molly) It's very, very strong. * @Morgan sips it, frowning * Molly watches him with amusement whilst adding sugar and milk to hers (@Morgan) Could probably waterproof a deck with it... * Molly laughs (Molly) It would be very messy in the rain... * Molly stirs the coffee, smiling thoughtfully to herself * @Morgan sips it again, frowning harder (Molly) *she looks up* You can order something else, my love (@Morgan) I just dont.. understand it * Molly smiles (Molly) Must you understand it to enjoy it? (@Morgan) They've taken coffee, made it smaller, and more bitter, and too strong in such a size... * Molly sips hers again, watching him over the rim of the little glass cup (Molly) You disapprove of their coffee? (@Morgan) I didn't think it was possible to do coffee wrong... (Molly) Not even the montaigne coffee you say is like mud? *she smiles* (Molly) *He notices a couple of very expensively dressed Vodacce women watching them, whispering to each other.* (@Morgan) That isn't coffee, thats wilfully trying to upset people * @Morgan watches them * Molly laughs softly. Then she follows his gaze briefly before sipping her coffee again (Molly) **The women look beautifully well-kept, they are accessorised like noble women. Both are pretty, and dark haired, tanned skin, and with green eyes* (@Morgan) we're being watched * Molly doesn't look around, but speaks quietly (Molly) By the beautiful women you were watching? (@Morgan) By the two women staring at us, whispering to eachother (Molly) **The women continue to watch them, their expressions intrigued and interested* * Molly frowns slightly (Molly) *very quietly* Perhaps I should go and advise them to pay attention to their own husbands instead... (@Morgan) They're not watching me, blossom, they're watching _us_ * Molly thinks about this, and whilst he feels the faintest prickle on the back of his neck like magic is being used (Molly) Perhaps this is the sort of coffee shop foreigners are not welcome at? (@Morgan) No, thats not disrespect, thats intrigue... can you feel that? * Molly shrugs (Molly) I can not feel anything (@Morgan) when magic is being utilised, I get a sort of... tingle on my neck... I'm getting it now * Molly looks intrigued (Molly) I did not know that... (@Morgan) I get similar when I'm being watched * Molly sips her coffee, frowning (Molly) Have you always had that? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) While being watched, aye, but not around magic... thats more recent (Molly) Summer house? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I've only noticed it since then (Molly) **The prickling ends, but the whispering seems to have increased, but with it being in a busy place and also in Vodacce, he can make out nearly none of it, only "clear", "dense" and "love"* (Molly) You get that with mine too? * @Morgan nods * Molly glances at the women a moment before looking back at Morgan (Molly) You think that is what is causing the sensation? (@Morgan) magic? Aye. (Molly) I mean them... * @Morgan nods * Molly nods slowly (Molly) Is this one of the national magics you know much about? (@Morgan) I know some about it... like all things Vodacce, I'm not terribly interested... but its to do with fate, and relationships I believe * Molly nods (Molly) Like all things Vodacce, I have always been terribly interested *she laughs* I read a little about it in a book that Horatio found for me * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) You wish to ask them something? (Molly) **The woman have stopped staring, but seem very puzzled and animated in their discussion** * Molly shrugs (@Morgan) oh, somethings bothering them... (Molly) I cannot think of anything. The Nieblungen told us much about our fates * Molly briefly watches them whilst sipping the espresso (@Morgan) I wonder if thats what is the source of their discussion... I doubt they encounter people whose fates have been so influenced * Molly nods (Molly) I should imagine we are very rare... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I suppose so (Molly) ** One of the women clicks her fingers at the waiter* * Molly glances at him, jaw tight (Molly) There are few things I hate more than that. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) quite (Molly) **The other one is scribbling a note** (Molly) Charles Warwick used to do that to me all the time (@Morgan) I miss him * Molly frowns, watching him (Molly) Why? * @Morgan snorts (@Morgan) sarcasm, blossom * Molly laughs (Molly) I do not intend to throw my title around much, but I am particularly looking forward to using it on him * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'm thinking I might just punch him, since I've already shot him (Molly) **The note is folded, and given to the waiter with instructions* (Molly) I could use some archery practise on a live target... * @Morgan nods (Molly) **She watches the women and the waiter, then glances at Morgan* Does that seem like trouble to you, liebes herz? (@Morgan) it depends entirely where that note goes... (Molly) **The directions given are to take it to a Duchess who lives near the Santa Maria Nouvella church* * Molly looks to see how troubled he looks (@Morgan) That'll be calling for someone who knows more about it, I suspect * Molly frowns a little (Molly) Should we leave? * @Morgan hands her his coffee, trying to get the waiters attention (@Morgan) No... (Molly) **The waiter comes over, obviously torn between duties* Sir? (@Morgan) When you have a moment, could I get some normal coffee? (Molly) ((What language?)) (@Morgan) ((Eisen if thats how the waiter spoke)) (Molly) ((He would have spoken Vodacce, but it would be fair to assume given the geography that he would be passable in Eisen for customers)) (@Morgan) ((Eisen then)) (Molly) W: *he looks between the Eisen man and his wife who appear to be middle class, and the noble women* I will see you get it, Sir (@Morgan) Thank you (Molly) W: *he goes and gives instructions to a girl at the counter before taking off his apron and leaving* * Molly watches him, sipping her drink * @Morgan looks at her (@Morgan) what? (Molly) You have something in mind, liebling? (@Morgan) I came to a coffee shop, I'm having some coffee * Molly nods slowly (Molly) There is no curiosity at what about us has them so flustered that they have sent for someone else? (@Morgan) A little perhaps (Molly) You know they can alter or change people's destinies? (@Morgan) oh? * Molly tries to recall (Molly) Generally by manipulating the strands of fate between people, if I remember rightly... (Molly) **the serving girl brings his coffee, then goes* * Molly looks at his espresso (@Morgan) I can see why we'd be so confusing to them (Molly) Are you going to finish that? (@Morgan) No, hence why I passed it to you, in case you wished to * Molly laughs (Molly) I was a little distracted (@Morgan) oh? * Molly puts milk and sugar into it, even though she hasn't finished the first (Molly) I was wondering what would happen if they tried to meddle with us * @Morgan takes a mouthful of his coffee * @Morgan shrugs * Molly has managed to get through one and a half espressos by the time the woman arrives, complete with husband and three bodyguards. They are obviously well-known here, because there is a mass exodus of other patrons. Even the staff seem to make themselves unobtrusive (Molly) **The woman is absolutely stunning. Her husband is far from it, but expensively and fashionable dressed, and he oozes all the peacocky-arrogance Morgan disdains. The four men are clearly armed. * Molly sips the remainder of her coffee, watching Morgan's reaction to the arrivals and departures * @Morgan sips his coffee, looking utterly relaxed (Molly) **The two noble women come to talk to the Duchess in rapid Vodacce. At his table, Molly sighs slightly* (@Morgan) You wish to leave blossom? (Molly) She's so beautiful... (@Morgan) She pales in comparison * Molly smiles, blushing as she glances at him (Molly) I am not sure the world would agree with you * Molly continues to watch them, speaking softly (Molly) All that wealth, and title, and beauty... * @Morgan shrugs (Molly) **The Duchess appears to be taking in the words of the other women before she glances at the couple. He immediately feels that prickling as her deep green eyes meet his* * @Morgan stares at her (Molly) **She looks surprised rather than intimidated. She doesn't look away, though she speaks quietly to the women beside her. The men with her are completely ignored as if they are neither relevant or necessary* * @Morgan looks at Molly, sipping his coffee (@Morgan) and now they're quite confused * Molly is frowning * @Morgan watches her * Molly blushes (Molly) I am trying to keep my jealous nature under control... (@Morgan) You needn't worry blossom, the only interest they hold for me is that somewhat confused look on the face of someone normally arrogant because they know everything... * Molly giggles (Molly) **The Vodacce Duchess turns her attention to Molly next, and looks perplexed, again speaking to the others (Molly) **He is able to make out the words "tight", "blue", and "impossible" * @Morgan passes those words, along with the original three along to Molly ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Tuesday, 8 December 2020 20:11:37 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) C&p pls (@Morgan) * Morgan watches her (@Morgan) * Molly blushes (@Morgan) I am trying to keep my jealous nature under control... (@Morgan) You needn't worry blossom, the only interest they hold for me is that somewhat confused look on the face of someone normally arrogant because they know everything... (@Morgan) * Molly giggles (@Morgan) **The Vodacce Duchess turns her attention to Molly next, and looks perplexed, again speaking to the others (@Morgan) **He is able to make out the words "tight", "blue", and "impossible" (@Morgan) * Morgan passes those words, along with the original three along to Molly * Molly frowns a little (Molly) How odd... (Molly) **The waiter who has been industriously cleaning cups near them is summoned and given some instructions, including "find out". Then with a last glance, this little group leave** * Molly watches his reaction as she sips her drink * @Morgan nods, sipping his coffee (@Morgan) quite so (Molly) **The waiter comes over, speaking Eisen haltingly* Any more coffee? Where are you folks from? (Molly) [Do we want to lie?] * @Morgan hooks his thumb towards the river (@Morgan) Eisen... (Molly) W: North or south? (@Morgan) Got to be one of them (Molly) W: You don't sound like either *he smiles* * @Morgan nods, sipping his coffee (@Morgan) I know (Molly) W: Are you here on business or please? (Molly) Pleasure* (@Morgan) Lets get to the point where you tell me why _they_ want to know (Molly) W: *he glances towards the door, then to Morgan* They want to know who you are, where you're from, what your relationship is, what your trade is (@Morgan) oh... I take it they're used to getting what they want (Molly) W: We do what the Strega say * Molly nods slowly as she drinks (Molly) Those three women are Fate Witches? (Molly) W: *he nods* They are could make or break any man (Molly) W: *he looks to Morgan* That includes cafe owners (@Morgan) so please don't do anything that would anger them and have their wrath taken out on you (Molly) W: *he nods* (@Morgan) [what do you think?] * @Morgan nods slowly, sipping his drink (Molly) [Lie. Would you prefer me to do it?] (@Morgan) [Aye] * Molly smiles warmly (Molly) I would not want you to be in trouble. We're from Salzburg ((The town that annexed Karlsruhe)). My husband is a blacksmith, and I make silver jewellery. We are on our honeymoon, I have always wanted to see Vodacce. (Molly) W: *he smiles, taken in* How did you meet? (Molly) He was apprenticed to my Father, who was both a blacksmith and a silversmith when he was twelve, and we grew up in the same house. When my Father died five years ago, my husband took over his business. It seemed practical for us to wed, but also, we had fallen madly in love with each other *she smiles at Morgan* (Molly) W: *he nods, looking to Morgan* (@Morgan) Hang on... (@Morgan) I thought the fate witches could see all that... (Molly) W: *he shrugs* I don't know, Sir (Molly) [I don't know enough to be sure either way] * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) well, there you are (Molly) W: *he looks relieved * And your name, Sir? (@Morgan) Wilhelm Gruber (Molly) W: *he smiles, excusing himself* * Molly bites her lip a moment, smiling slightly * @Morgan watches her, curious (Molly) *Avalonian with a trace of Eisen accent* I quite like the idea that Salzburg could have the trouble of fate witches in his annexing Freiarrdom... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) THat'd be a terrible shame * Molly nods with fake solemnity (Molly) Just dreadful, my love... (Molly) **A couple of non-descript patrons arrive* (Molly) Should we go, do you think? (@Morgan) probably * Molly finishes the espresso * @Morgan finishes his coffee (Molly) **Soon they are out on the street, and immediately he feels watched * * @Morgan slowly scans the street (Molly) **There's a man slowly leading a mule who is watching them* * @Morgan offers Molly his arm * Molly takes it, smiling (Molly) ¥Do we continue to the chocolate shop, or return to the ship? ¥ (@Morgan) $I thought you'd still want some chocolate$ (Molly) ¥I do, but I was unsure if you thought it safe enough¥ (@Morgan) $I think we'll be fine$ * Molly nods, recalling Edwards directions and heading that way. The man with the mule follows * @Morgan makes it quite clear he knows he's there ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Wednesday, 9 December 2020 19:32:22 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) C&p pls (@Morgan) **There's a man slowly leading a mule who is watching them* (@Morgan) * Morgan offers Molly his arm (@Morgan) * Molly takes it, smiling (@Morgan) ?Do we continue to the chocolate shop, or return to the ship? ? (@Morgan) $I thought you'd still want some chocolate$ (@Morgan) ?I do, but I was unsure if you thought it safe enough? (@Morgan) $I think we'll be fine$ (@Morgan) * Molly nods, recalling Edwards directions and heading that way. The man with the mule follows (@Morgan) * Morgan makes it quite clear he knows he's there (Molly) **The man continues to follow them * Molly watches around the quite busy streets, which at present are quite wide (@Morgan) $Him on the other hand, I may well dissuade him from following us * Molly glances at Morgan (Molly) ¥with the mule?¥ * @Morgan nods * Molly nods too (Molly) ¥It would be best if he doesn't follow us to the ship¥ (@Morgan) $He wont$ (Molly) ** The man follows them even as they branch off into a quieter part of town where the streets become more narrow and intersected (@Morgan) $Lets get the chocolate then I'll deal with him$ * Molly nods, smiling (Molly) ¥the architecture is pretty. The stone work is different here than in Eisen or Avalon¥ * @Morgan nods * Molly walks along with ease, obviously very secure in the knowledge that Morgan has this under control (Molly) Is Numa like this? (@Morgan) more or less, aye. They like to show off (Molly) Edward likes Numa (@Morgan) Thats because he likes to show off * Molly giggles (Molly) Is that not an Eisen thing, my love? (@Morgan) Not at all * Molly smiles (Molly) Do you think you will miss him and your Father whilst we are away? * @Morgan nods slowly (@Morgan) I think so, aye * Molly watches him from the corner of her eye (Molly) Does that surprise you? * @Morgan nods * Molly looks thoughtful, speaking quietly (Molly) Sometimes I feel like there's a pulling... It's like I am being drawn towards settling... It's almost like a homesickness, but for a certain life, rather than a particular place... * Molly glances at his reaction (@Morgan) how do you mean? (Molly) It is hard to explain. Sometimes I yearn for simple domesticity (@Morgan) Unfortunately we have quite a large amount of work to do first... where do you want to settle? * Molly shrugs (Molly) I have not really considered that. It is more settling to the life... us, Varick... rebuilding Eisen, running and protecting your land. Predictability and stability. * Molly watches him briefly * @Morgan nods (Molly) But that is not on the cards for many years. We will need to decide eventually though * Molly leads the way, and the mule man follows * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I think in a few years we'll need to settle for a time in Gottkirchen realistically, though father is desperate to have our children born at home (Molly) What thinks you to that? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) hold on... to what part * Molly smiles (Molly) Any of it. My occasional desire to settle, where to settle when we do... *she smiles softly* where you wish your next children to be born... (@Morgan) I'm driven to have them at home (Molly) Driven? * Molly looks intrigued (@Morgan) it feels... _right_ * Molly nods thoughtfully (Molly) It is where the next Veisgraf is usually born? * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles a little (Molly) At present, I do not see a problem with that (Molly) **The streets widen and get busier again. She glances at him* (Molly) All eight in Sudlachenburg? (@Morgan) I doubt that will be possible (Molly) Why, liebling? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) it'd mean a lot of coming back just for that (Molly) Neither Gottkirchen nor Innesbruck are far away, but it would mean many weeks where either you must put your work on hold or you must leave me and the babies in Sudlachenburg * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles (Molly) We are getting rather ahead of ourselves... there is much to do before we can do thar (Molly) That* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) indeed * Molly goes quiet, smiling a little, and makes her way towards the shop (Molly) **the man shows no signs of leaving them. They find Edward's chocolate shop, and unsurprisingly Molly adores it. It gives him chance to spoil her and Varick, and he also is recommended some very dark chocolate that the proprietor assures him is not very sweet. With purchases made, they exit. (Molly) **The man is still there, watching them. Molly sighs* (Molly) Now what, liebling? (@Morgan) I can either offer him chocolate to go away, or we get closer to the docks and I _make_ him go away * Molly giggles (Molly) I do not think the former will work * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) nor I * Molly nods, setting off the way they came. She speaks Avalon now instead (Molly) You speak Thean very well * @Morgan nods slightly, turning to look at the man (Molly) **he follows at a distance (Molly) Did they teach it when you were at school? (@Morgan) No... * Molly nods slowly (Molly) Oh... * Molly watches his expression * @Morgan looks ahead of them again, frowning slightly (Molly) Would you prefer me to not talk about this? * @Morgan sighs slightly (@Morgan) learning Thean is primarily something the Vaticine do (Molly) I know * Molly smiles (@Morgan) its... frowned upon for an objectionist outside of the clergy to know it, particularly as much as I do (Molly) But given what you were doing in the War, it was necessary? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) That wouldn't carry any particular weight, still... (Molly) What could they even do about it? (@Morgan) I'd be ostracised more than I was for taking a commoner as a wife if it were widely known * Molly frowns deeply (Molly) Why must they make everything so complicated?! (@Morgan) knowing it as I do wasn't really required. Knowing some, yes, but that much... no. * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) You learnt it all during the War, or you finessed it since then, either in Eisen or in Avalon? (@Morgan) Mostly during the war * Molly watches him (Molly) Was it a desire to learn, or a desire to rebel? (@Morgan) During the war it was a need to be able to get myself convincingly out of trouble... For a long while I didn't trust anyone of that faith, and pushed my knowledge to give myself an advantage over them ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Wednesday, 9 December 2020 21:36:38 Greenwich Mean 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 nods (MollyK) You wanted to be something unexpected? * @Morgan nods (MollyK) What changed for you where Vaticines are concerned? ** Molly has quit (Ping timeout: 245 seconds) (@Morgan) Sadly, not a great deal. I make the effort to not hold a prejudice against them, but it isn't easy\ * MollyK thinks about this for a moment (MollyK) You grew up in a very strongly objectionist Grafdom. It is a great source of pride to your Father how early Sudlachenburg adopted Luther's teachings... * @Morgan nods (MollyK) I can understand how it could be hard to let go of those feelings * @Morgan nods * MollyK tilts her head (@Morgan) my experience of them since the war hasn't been amazing (MollyK) A visit to a Vaticine monastery in Castille cannot gave been pleasant (@Morgan) Strangely, I got on well enough with one or two of the monks there (MollyK) Could it be that there was something about the humble, quiet way in which they had committed to their lifestyle? (@Morgan) possibly. We spoke about how I would not attend chapel as I did not wish to disrespect their faith, particularly there * MollyK winces at this (MollyK) I did not have that forethought... * MollyK glances at him (@Morgan) I think its a little different, coming from Avalon... and your actions have never been directly aimed at bringing the Vaticine down (MollyK) Was that a cause of displeasure for them? (@Morgan) the monks? * MollyK nods (MollyK) That you fought for reform * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) They didn't express it if it was * MollyK nods (MollyK) Is that why you took such an instant dislike to Kai? (@Morgan) No, that was his arrogance * MollyK smiles (MollyK) I should imagine that will be his downfall (MollyK) This does rather neatly lead into a discussion we will also need to have soon about Varick * @Morgan nods (MollyK) In the next few weeks whilst we are at sea, really. One way or another, a religious education must be given... (@Morgan) aye, I know (MollyK) We can think on it. I know it is likely to be a complicated issue * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye, I rather expect it will be (MollyK) **they get back through the narrower streets to the wide ones near the coffee shop. People are still milling around, but noone is showing interest in them except the man behind them (MollyK) That will at least be easier with the subsequent children. And the Priest in Atemlos was very helpful when I asked him about it. He even gave me one of those Catechism books for Objectionist children that your Mother told me about (@Morgan) That could be helpful * MollyK nods (MollyK) Varick made me think of it when he was saying he preferred _his_ church where they speak Thean * @Morgan nods (MollyK) I had a bit more available attention to devote to looking into it on Friday than I usually do * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye * MollyK smiles sadly (MollyK) I suppose you will have to forbid me from learning the language * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) you're not Eisen * MollyK watches the cobbled pathway in front of her feet (MollyK) Soon I will be basically nothing else (@Morgan) Eisen, objectionist, a veisgrafin, duchess, ambassador... * MollyK nods (MollyK) You're right, of course. (@Morgan) of course * MollyK shakes it off (MollyK) My Father always wanted to learn Thean (@Morgan) oh? (MollyK) He was telling us the night I got caught in the storm in our cottage. He assumed you knew how to say Grace in Thean (@Morgan) he was right, but realistically shouldn't have been (MollyK) I think he assumed as I had that noble children learnt it in school (MollyK) **Even as they leave the main part of the city and get back onto the the pretty terrace on the river front the mule man follows* (MollyK) He thinks it makes men sound well-educated and noble... (@Morgan) Having an ounce of sense makes them well-educated * MollyK smiles (MollyK) What does that make my Father, I wonder (@Morgan) It varies, depending on the subject I think (@Morgan) I suppose I'd best deal with him... * MollyK nods (MollyK) What would you have me do? (@Morgan) Stay to the side here. Do you know the name of any ship docked? (MollyK) *she nods* There was one that had a figurehead of a half naked mermaid, it caught my attention (@Morgan) That'll do... whats it called? I'm going to engage in a campaign of misinformation before I shoo him (MollyK) The Vanitya * @Morgan nods * MollyK does as she's told and stays to the side (MollyK) **Mule man doesn't come any closer* * @Morgan strolls towards him (MollyK) **He looks to be in his thirties, a bodyguard hurriedly dressed as a common man. He watches Morgan's approach (@Morgan) Are you planning to follow us all day? ** You're now known as MuleMan (MuleMan) A few hours, at least. (@Morgan) Bit disturbing, fate witches not being able to see who we are... maybe they're not as all powerful as they thought... * MuleMan shrugs (MuleMan) I don't know. (@Morgan) I'd be very concerned, if I were them... has their ability waned? Maybe they're losing it. * MuleMan shrugs again (MuleMan) I am just here to watch you. (@Morgan) Who owns the mule? (MuleMan) The Duke * @Morgan nods, patting the animals neck (MuleMan) **The Mule seems content (@Morgan) I'll save you some time... we're going to go and board the Vanitya... (MuleMan) And then? (@Morgan) well, see, its a boat, so it'll go out onto the sea... * MuleMan rolls his eyes (MuleMan) Ugh! You Eisen S (MuleMan) Eisens! * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I know... (MuleMan) Go on then. I don't see why they care about Eisen riff-raff anyway (@Morgan) Look, they clearly throw a lot of weight around, so since you've not really been an issue, I don't want to get you in trouble. The captains got some merchandise to offload up the coast somewhere, then we're heading home (MuleMan) Legal merchandise? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) fabrics or something. If its not silver, I'm not terribly interested (MuleMan) Every now and then we get Dracheneisen smuggled across. Equip troops with it as far from Eisen as you can, noone is any the wiser * @Morgan chuckles (@Morgan) that'd upset the nobility no end * MuleMan nods (MuleMan) Eisen being so poor, there's big money in stealing panzerhands from the nobles (@Morgan) the way some of them are, I'm surprised they aren't selling it themselves, along with their grandmothers * MuleMan nods (MuleMan) It happens * @Morgan nods (MuleMan) Solid stuff. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) almost impossible to work (MuleMan) One day the other nations will manage it, and that will be the end of Eisen for good. Vendel will take the north, Ussura the east, we Vodacce will take the South, montaigne the West. (@Morgan) You think? Every montaigne man I've ever met couldn't take the petals from a flower. As for the rest, politics is somewhat beyond me (@Morgan) as long as they buy the silver I work, I'll work it for whoever... * MuleMan nods (MuleMan) Best way to be. * @Morgan nods * MuleMan watches him a moment, and then assuming he's just a simple man from a land broken, inclines his head (MuleMan) Safe travels. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Safe... ummm... walking the mule. * @Morgan inclines his head and walks away towards Molly * MuleMan walks the other way ** You're now known as Molly -NickServ- This nickname is registered. Please choose a different nickname, or identify via /msg NickServ identify . -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. * Molly waits for him to join her * @Morgan gets to her (Molly) Well, you didn't even have to beat him, liebes herz... *she smiles* (@Morgan) No... lets get out of sight in case he changes his mind * Molly nods, following his lead. There's a little archway with steps upward that would get them out of sight * @Morgan heads to them, keeping an eye out for the man with the mule (Molly) **He doesn't reappear. Molly follows him, glancing upwards. It appears to be a tall look out point cut into the rock face (@Morgan) I hadn't noticed that (Molly) It's very clever * Molly smiles at him (Molly) Should we have a look? It is a little more touristy than being stared at by Strega! * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) since he's gone, why not * Molly heads up, hand running over the stone (Molly) It is so nice not to have to lift my skirt for this * @Morgan nods (Molly) Maybe I will wear trousers forever (@Morgan) well, you could... but those dresses that you've just had bought would go to waste (Molly) **They arrive, after a lot of stairs, in the airy space high up in the rocks. The view is stunning, and Eisen is just visible on the horizon. They're high enough to be able to see the slight curve of Theah * Molly holds out her hand, looking up at him (Molly) It's beautiful * @Morgan takes it (@Morgan) aye it is * Molly stands happily looking out over the river, squeezing his hand (Molly) I wish I could draw well enough to draw this (@Morgan) I could give it a go for you * Molly smiles (Molly) Would that be a dreadful imposition? (@Morgan) No, its fine blossom (Molly) I could pay you... *she smiles, watching a gull fly over the water* (@Morgan) dont be daft (Molly) ... but only if kisses are a valid currency *she giggles* * @Morgan laughs * Molly watches him a moment (Molly) We should get back to The Rose... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye, we should * Molly looks briefly undecided, then squeezes his hand (Molly) Let's get going, we'd best not delay the sailing * @Morgan nods * Molly loosens her grip, and moves towards the stairs * Molly pauses, shaking her head, before turning back to him and pressing her lips to his a moment. Then she moves away. ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Thursday, 10 December 2020 18:31:45 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) C&p pls (@Morgan) We should get back to The Rose... (@Morgan) * Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye, we should (@Morgan) * Molly looks briefly undecided, then squeezes his hand (@Morgan) Let's get going, we'd best not delay the sailing (@Morgan) * Morgan nods (@Morgan) * Molly loosens her grip, and moves towards the stairs (@Morgan) * Molly pauses, shaking her head, before turning back to him and pressing her lips to his a moment. Then she moves away. * Molly nods briefly to herself before heading down the stairs * @Morgan follows her down (Molly) **There's no sign of the mule man along the way back to The Rose, and everything is as it should be. The day is getting very warm now. When they get to the dock, it's only their ship that isn't bustling with activity * Molly watches as they walk, smiling (Molly) I have always liked the docks * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) me too, actually (Molly) I cannot even recall how young I was when I first went. I used to imagine all the far flung places that the cargo would go (@Morgan) Not as far flung as we're going to be... * Molly glances at him, smiling (Molly) Are you excited about that? (@Morgan) I think its more the sailing I'm looking forward to * Molly nods (Molly) There will be many weeks of that! * @Morgan nods (Molly) **They get along side The Vanitya. She's a nice looking ship, but nowhere near as big or fancy at The Rose (@Morgan) Not bad I suppose * Molly nods, glancing at the figurehead (Molly) Why is the mermaid topless? ((If you don't know, I'll tell you)) ** New query from Morgan (Available on submenu 'Windows') (@Morgan) ((no idea)) (@Morgan) Now I come to say it, it sounds ridiculous (Molly) Oh? (@Morgan) bare breasts calm the ocean * Molly giggles (Molly) Surely no one believes that! (@Morgan) That'd be ridiculous, like feeling the urge to touch wood to ward off bad luck... or not whistling aboard ship... or saluting magpies... * Molly nods * Molly then frowns a little (Molly) Or believing that a five hundred year old ring saves Veisgrafins from untimely deaths... (@Morgan) utterly proposterous * Molly smiles, and they get to The Rose (Molly) We only have a dragon... (@Morgan) only... * Molly giggles (Molly) We had best hope for calm seas! * @Morgan nods * Molly touches the horseshoe then moves out of the way so he can. She watches the deck, then sighs * @Morgan touches the shoe (@Morgan) problem blossom? * Molly nods in the direction of the harbour master, who is stood with Adalbrecht, Edward, Varick and Sorgi, all looking up at the top of the foremast (@Morgan) Would you like me to throw him overboard? * Molly smirks (Molly) Don't tempt me (@Morgan) I'll put a pin in that for now then... * Molly nods, looking up. Captain Ulysses is eating a seagull, white feathers occasionally drifting down (@Morgan) I do hope thats not his personal seagull * Molly looks confused (Molly) His what? (@Morgan) seagull... the bird (Molly) Whose seagull? (@Morgan) the harbour master (@Morgan) I cant see any other reason for all of them to be staring at that cat eating it (Molly) **The others seem to be watching quietly until Edward spots Morgan and Molly. He comes over. (Molly) E: Now that you're back we can hopefully get rid of him. (@Morgan) He's been waiting for us? (Molly) E: *he nods a little* He has some more paperwork for you (@Morgan) fantastic. Does he not have other things to do? (Molly) E: *he shakes his head. Behind him, the harbour master turns, glancing briefly before smiling warmly at Molly. Edward watches this with a frown before looking at Morgan* (Molly) E: Would you like me to escort your wife below deck? (@Morgan) I think thats probably best, reduces the chance of me cutting his hand off (Molly) E: **he laughs, offering Molly his arm. She glances at Morgan before taking it, and going with Edward down into the ship. * @Morgan heads towards the remaining group ** You're now known as Rutolius * Rutolius seems to have developed a haste for leaving the ship as he intercepts Morgan on the way (Rutolius) My Lord, some additional documentation for you. (@Morgan) Any that need returning? (Rutolius) No. Will you be returning to out beautiful city in the near future? (@Morgan) No, not for a time (Rutolius) That is a shame. **he hands over some papers* I will bid you good day, my Lord * @Morgan inclines his head * Rutolius looks in the direction of the stairs before heading down the gangplank (Rutolius) **There's a thud and a peal of laughter from behind Morgan * @Morgan turns to look (Rutolius) **Adalbrecht, Sorgi and Varick are stood around the carcass of the seagull that the cat has pushed off the edge of the crows nest (@Morgan) Finished with that then... (Rutolius) **Varick comes to hug Morgan whilst Sorgi deals with the bloodied remains ** You're now known as Varick (Varick) I missed you! (@Morgan) and I missed you young man (Varick) Uncle Edward told me about my real mother (Varick) **Sorgi and Adalbrecht chat briefly in the background, and the crew become much busier * (@Morgan) oh yes? (Varick) He said she was kind, loving, and brilliant at card games * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'm glad he could tell you things about her (Varick) I do like Uncle Edward * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) good (Varick) I wish he was coming on the ship with us to Avalon (@Morgan) He's got things he has to do (Varick) He is going to marry Lady Hapsburg * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) yes he is * Varick watches the surge of activity as the ship is readied for imminent departure. He speaks quietly (Varick) She is very pretty * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) she's very sweet (Varick) Can we go to the wedding? (@Morgan) We're hoping to (Varick) I could be a page boy again (@Morgan) We'll have to see what Edward and Mina want, won't we * Varick nods, looking at the crew bustling at Sorgis orders (Varick) We are going soon * @Morgan nods (Varick) **Adalbrecht comes over* How was your sightseeing? (@Morgan) eventful (Varick) A: Did Molly enjoy it? (@Morgan) until we were followed, aye (Varick) A: *he glances at Varick briefly * Do you want to tell me later? (@Morgan) I may be for the best (Varick) *Sorgi comes over next* M'Lord, we will be under way in a few minutes * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) excellent captain (Varick) S: Are you taking Varick below deck? (@Morgan) I wasn't planning to... it'd do him good to see what happens (Varick) S: Very good, m'Lord (Varick) **Sorgi gives the commands, and the crew get to work. Everyone has there jobs, and there's a peace in this very familiar task. Adalbrecht watches the crew rather than the dock as they move away. Varick looks around with interest (Varick) They shout a lot (Varick) A: *he smiles* Sailors do. It's good practice for when there's bad weather (Varick) **The ship moves smoothly out of the port, back on the river. Adalbrecht looks up as the sails are adjusted, smiling. He puts his hand on Morgan's shoulder (Varick) She's a beautiful ship (Varick) A:** ** You're now known as Adalbrecht * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye she is (Adalbrecht) You have a good Captain and crew * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) they work well together * Adalbrecht nods (Adalbrecht) You have done a good job (@Morgan) I've lucked into it (Adalbrecht) Why do you think that? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I met Sorgi by chance (Adalbrecht) That was very fortunate * @Morgan nods (Adalbrecht) **Varick soon gets bored as the ship settles to the quieter part of sailing* (Adalbrecht) V: can we go and find Molly and Uncle Edward? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) if you want to * Adalbrecht inclines his head (Adalbrecht) I am going to stay up here a while * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) very well (Adalbrecht) V: **he heads below with the cat appearing at his side. They pass the kitchen and dining room. Morgan can see the door to his quarters is ajar, and he can hear talking before he gets there. He can slow down to listen, or carry on. (Adalbrecht) E: Do you regret it? * @Morgan slows (Adalbrecht) V: *he automatically slows too* (Adalbrecht) *there's a pause as she thinks about it* M: A little. But there was no choice. If I had said no, I would have done irreparable harm, and after putting time and effort into building the relationship, I did not want to destroy it. (Adalbrecht) V: *he crouches to fuss the cat, but looks up at Morgan ((expression please)) (@Morgan) ((calm, ever so slight frown)) (Adalbrecht) *He speaks quietly* Are we eavesdropping? ** You're now known as Varick * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) No, come on, lets go see them (Varick) E: But you are not happy with the outcome? *she sighs* * Varick starts to walk at Morgan's pace (Varick) ((How fast/slow?)) (@Morgan) ((slower than normal but not by much)) (Varick) M: I try not to think about it. I did what I needed to, and this is what is best for the future. (Varick) E: If you could go back and do it differently, would you? **this is where they get to the door* * @Morgan pushes the door open (Varick) **Molly and Edward are sat drinking coffee on the couch by the window. They both look around, and Varick runs over to join them (@Morgan) [what are we discussing?] (@Morgan) The harbour master left rather quickly once his main interest disappeared * Varick is busy getting climbed on by both child and cat, laughing. Edward laughs a little at Morgan's comment (Varick) E: Good riddance (Varick) [Who?] (@Morgan) [you and he. Something about having no choice...] (@Morgan) He was quite tedious * Varick is clearly distracted by Varick excitedly telling her all about the seagull and Captain Ulysses catching him and then knocking the body down (Varick) Molly** ** You're now known as Edward * Edward gets up, coming to Morgan (Edward) I hear the chocolate shop was a success * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) They even had some that I might like * Edward smiles (Edward) And you found the lookout tower * @Morgan nods (Edward) I've been up it before, great view (@Morgan) it was rather spectacular (Edward) You had pleasant company too *He smiles* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) of course (Edward) I'll go an get you some coffee, if you like (@Morgan) please, that would be most welcome * Edward goes off, whistling * @Morgan calls after him * Edward comes back (@Morgan) Don't do that (Edward) What? (@Morgan) whistle... only one person can whistle on a ship without it being bad luck * Edward nods, as resigned to this new superstition as any child of the Sudlache (Edward) Alright (@Morgan) thank you * Edward goes again, not whistling (Edward) **Varick is still chatting away* * @Morgan watches him (@Morgan) [Something about having no choice, irreparable damage, time and effort into building a relationship...] (Edward) [Oh! Relinquishing my citizenship] (@Morgan) Varick... once I've had my coffee, would you like to join me in the crows nest? (Edward) V: Yes please! (Edward) V: Can I take my spyglass? * @Morgan nods (Edward) *Varick runs off to his room. Molly strokes the cat on her lap, sipping her coffee* (@Morgan) would you do it differently? (Edward) **She thinks a moment* (Edward) No... ** You're now known as Molly (Molly) Capperlucia must be recognised officially. I have a duty there to make that official link as beneficial as possible. * @Morgan nods * Molly continues fussing the cat (Molly) Sometimes we have to do our duty regardless of the cost (@Morgan) Sometimes the cost is too high * Molly turns slightly to look at him (Molly) You think the cost is too high here? (@Morgan) No... you were coming to live in Eisen anyway, thats where your future lies * Molly smiles (Molly) You are where my future lies, liebes herz... (@Morgan) we have our path laid out blossom, we'll follow that until its time to settle down * Molly nods (Molly) Could you do it? Give up your citizenship to either Avalon or Eisen? (@Morgan) I... dont know * Molly nods, sipping her coffee (Molly) It is what it is. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Id give it up for you * Molly bites her lip, smiling softly. She watches him (Molly) I would never be worth so much... (@Morgan) I disagree * Molly blushes (Molly) You are too kind, my love (Molly) You know I would give it all up for you, don't you? Titles, wealth, land... (@Morgan) I hope so * Molly tilts her head, watching him (Molly) Hope so? (@Morgan) We were both content to live in a cottage, minding our own business... I know, blossom * Molly nods (Molly) All that mattered was that I loved you... *she smiles softly at him* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I felt the same * Molly smiles (Molly) The only think I could not give up for you is you (Molly) Thing* * @Morgan nods (Molly) **Edward coughs slightly from the door way. He looks to Morgan with a hint of amusement* Do you need a minute? (@Morgan) No, we can continue this later (Molly) *Edward nods, bringing him the coffee* Lunch will be ready in five minutes... *Edwards expression implies he would make a joke of this if it was just the two of them* * @Morgan nods, sipping the coffee (@Morgan) very well (Molly) **Edward is correct, it's only five minutes before Cook summons them and they sit down to lunch. This passes quickly, and Varick asks for Uncle Edward to take him for a nap. With Molly intent on making some potential itineries, he is left to his own devices after lunch. ** Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Friday, 11 December 2020 03:36:15 Greenwich Mean 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 (Read error: Connection reset by peer) ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Friday, 11 December 2020 08:59:18 Greenwich Mean 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 ** timtam.uk.eu.blitzed.org sets mode(s) +nt ** ChanServ sets mode(s) -o MollyK