------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Thursday, 24 December 2020 20:19:20 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) **Having put him into this position quite boldly, she then watches him a little hesitantly* (Molly) We do not have to do anything, liebes herz, but I would be very grateful for a minute or two just to kiss you * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'm sure I can acquiesce to that * Molly bites her lip, smiling (Molly) That's a good word, like yielding... * @Morgan nods * Molly runs a series of light kisses along his lips, her hands braced against the mattress at his shoulder height * @Morgan matches her kisses * Molly gradually increases the intensity and speed of the kissing, becoming more dominant and trying to assess his reaction to her taking control * @Morgan relaxes into it * Molly pays attention to where his arms presently are as she nips his lower lip, holding it between her teeth a moment. Her thighs tighten against his hips * @Morgan has his hands on her thighs * Molly breathes in slightly deeper before bravely taking them and pinning them to the bed by his shoulders, her palms on his wrists lightly * @Morgan doesn't resist * Molly backs up just a little so she can see his eyes, his expression, as to whether this seems to be something he finds particularly arousing. She increases the restraint a little * @Morgan is compliant but doesn't appear to be overly aroused by it * Molly returns to kissing him, letting go of his hands * Molly draws away after a minute * @Morgan watches her (Molly) Well, it was not that then... *she looks thoughtful* (@Morgan) what? (Molly) I have been thinking in what changed things at the stable... I wondered if me taking control, being... demanding, was perhaps something you are quietly very keen upon * Molly blushes a little (@Morgan) I see * Molly frowns a little (Molly) I have discomfitted you? (@Morgan) No blossom * Molly looks relieved (Molly) Goid (Molly) Good*. But it does also mean I still do not know why *she smiles, sitting up, but doesn't move off him yet* * @Morgan nods * Molly watches h * Molly watches him a moment before moving off him to sit beside him (Molly) I am sure I shall figure it out eventually (@Morgan) Perhaps (Molly) You are not curious? (@Morgan) Not especially... it is one of those things that I'd rather be pleased about and not know why than chase an answer * Molly smiles (Molly) The How is less important than the end result? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) indeed (Molly) Would you teach me to meditate, like you were doing with the mercenaries? (@Morgan) If you wish, blossom * Molly smiles (Molly) Yes please (@Morgan) when? (Molly) Now, unless you would rather be elsewhere? (@Morgan) No, thats fine blossom (Molly) What do I need to do? (@Morgan) First, find a bit of space to sit comfortably (Molly) On the bed, or the floor? (@Morgan) On the bed is fine if thats what you prefer * Molly moves a little further away (Molly) Is this better? * @Morgan nods, sitting up and crossing his legs * Molly has that same intrigued, excited look she often gets when learning something new (@Morgan) eventually you'll be able to do this without much thinking about it, but for now... Concentrate on clearing everything from your mind... * Molly giggles (Molly) That's a lot of things! * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) And you'll start thinking its impossible until you realise all you're really thinking about is how you cant clear your mind * Molly closes her eyes. He can sense there is much going on there that he could read, but nothing overspills (Molly) Is there a system to it, or does it all just go away for you? (@Morgan) You'll see... keep concentrating on clearing your mind * Molly does so. He can sense her thoughts slowly disappearing, and also feel her calming (@Morgan) Alright, now what I want you to do is breathe in slowly, imagining a pink light filling your body, and breathe out thinking about blowing blue light out. * Molly follows this instruction, looking very calm * @Morgan watches her for a moment (@Morgan) once you've had more practice, I'll teach you how to meditate _on_ something (Molly) **he realises that he now can't sense her thoughts or feelings at all (Molly) **It isn't like when she shuts him out, it's like when he is too far away * @Morgan sighs (Molly) **He also realises that where he can usually feel her direction, he can no longer do that either * Molly still sits very very peaceful and still. If she wasn't in his line of sight, he would have no idea where she was just from his normal methods of reading her * @Morgan watches her * Molly breathes very lightly. As he's noting that, he realises he can hear what almost sounds like the faintest singing * @Morgan tilts his head slightly (Molly) **it doesn't get any louder or more defined, it's just there * @Morgan waits patiently * Molly continues to stay like that. If she notices it, it doesn't disrupt her. Her breathing becomes almost imperceptible * @Morgan speaks quietly (@Morgan) I think you've got it * Molly suddenly opens her eyes. He can instantly sense her thoughts, feelings and location being back to as they should be (Molly) Sorry? (@Morgan) I said I think you've got it... though I couldn't feel anything from you (Molly) I suppose if I am not thinking, there would be nothing to read? (@Morgan) I cant even get a feel of your direction either (Molly) Huh... that is interesting * @Morgan nods * Molly watches his expression (Molly) What thinks you of that? (@Morgan) I find it... uncomfortable (Molly) Why, liebling? (@Morgan) I've grown accustomed to being able to tell at least which direction you are in (@Morgan) it was utterly silent, like when we are too far apart * Molly nods slowly (Molly) It concerns you for my well-being, or it's something more than that? * @Morgan shrugs * Molly watches him (Molly) You do not know, or you do not wish to say? (@Morgan) I don't know... (@Morgan) When you shut me out, I can tell... that felt like you weren't there at all * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) If it were me, I would feel very alone, I think * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that could be it (Molly) Could it also be that given your trouble on Friday, the sense of my being gone is unpleasant * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) it could well be * Molly nods (Molly) Would you prefer I do not try that again? (@Morgan) If you're with me, it'll be fine (@Morgan) or if I know you're going to do it... was it peaceful? * Molly smiles (Molly) Intensely. It was like my mind was no longer tied to my body * @Morgan nods * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) It was almost like my mind had gone... elsewhere (@Morgan) could you hear singing? * Molly nods * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) so could I (Molly) Very, very quietly. It was very calming (@Morgan) I don't hear it when I meditate. I could hear it when you were though * Molly thinks a moment (Molly) It's very strange * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles (Molly) Something Nieblungen or destiny related, perhaps? (@Morgan) More than likely, I'd imagine * Molly nods (Molly) These odd things keep happening for us... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye (Molly) Liebes herz? (@Morgan) yes/ (Molly) Do you like being able to read my thoughts and feelings and direction, or do you wish it would go away permanently? (@Morgan) why would I wish that? (Molly) Because... Well... It isn't normal, is it? * @Morgan raises an eyebrow (@Morgan) I've never gone in for normal * Molly laughs softly (Molly) I mean more that reading people's minds, it's not something that we normally get to do (@Morgan) Nor is going into a dracheneisen mine... or controlling flame... (@Morgan) it is what it is * Molly nods (Molly) I suppose so (Molly) I would like to be able to read your direction, but in truth I have little intention of going far enough from you to need to * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that suits me * Molly looks at him (Molly) I am not sure I would wish to read your mind though... I do not think you would like that (@Morgan) No... given how dark my thoughts can be, its probably for the best that you cannot * Molly 's expression holds a wealth of sympathy (Molly) Oh liebling... If I could take some of that for you, I would (@Morgan) it is what it is (Molly) Was it always like that, or...? (@Morgan) since the fire mostly * Molly nods sadly (Molly) Maybe in time that will change (@Morgan) perhaps * Molly watches him (Molly) I could pray for that, if you would like? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) its part of my journey blossom * Molly nods (Molly) I just wish I could do more for you, help you more (@Morgan) You've helped me plenty blossom (Molly) If you still have a long journey ahead, I still intend to be at your side for as much of it as you wish me to be (@Morgan) until it ends * Molly smiles a little (Molly) And when it does? (@Morgan) Then I shall wait for you in the afterlife * Molly blinks rapidly a moment (Molly) I uhh... I was talking about your healing (@Morgan) I was talking about my journey through life * Molly nods slowly, her breathing becoming measured. Then she smiles (Molly) Well, I intend to use my talent to life forever... (Molly) Live * * @Morgan nods (Molly) **he hears her thoughts "stop it, Molly". She brings her hand to his cheek, looking into his eyes (Molly) That is beautiful, and touching, and I thank you, my beloved one (@Morgan) I have my moments (Molly) And I will never forget them * Molly kisses him softly, still cradling his face * @Morgan nods slightly (Molly) **There's the noise of Varick up and awake * Molly breathes in deeply (Molly) Well, liebling, I suppose I had best get dressed * @Morgan nods (Molly) Would you mind seeing to him a moment so I can? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) as you wish blossom * Molly kisses his cheek briefly before getting up to get dressed ** Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Saturday, 26 December 2020 13:28:15 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** You're now known as Varick * Varick and Captain Ulysses are already in the study looking for the adults (@Morgan) Varick... you sleep ok? * Varick nods (@Morgan) good (Varick) I was a bird (@Morgan) No, you were definitely asleep * Varick laughs like it's the funniest thing he's ever heard (Varick) In my dream! (@Morgan) oh, I see (Varick) It was hard to fly because it was snowing * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) where was it? * Varick thinks (Varick) I was flying into a forest (Varick) I think I was looking for you (@Morgan) oh? * Varick shrugs (Varick) Was just a dream. I was a little robin (@Morgan) I see (Varick) When are we getting off the ship? (@Morgan) Two weeks from now we'll arrive (Varick) That is a long time * Varick sits on the floor to fuss the cat * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) we're going to spend quite a bit of time on ships for a while I'm afraid (Varick) What's the longest time you have been on a ship? (@Morgan) months during the war (Varick) Was that boring? (@Morgan) No, I was always busy then (Varick) Will we be on the ship for months? (Varick) **The cat comes to wrap himself around Morgan's legs * @Morgan bends down and picks the cat up (@Morgan) at some points, aye (Varick) **Captain Ulysses purrs and rubs against his beard** Will you be busy? (@Morgan) Now and then I'll be helping with jobs on the ship, but not for most of the time I imagine (Varick) What will you do then? (@Morgan) Daydream, read, spend time with you... * Varick hugs him (Varick) I didn't know grown ups daydreamed * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) we don't have time very often, but some of us still do (Varick) What do you daydream about? I daydream about when I am a man, or being an animal (@Morgan) I haven't had much time to lately (Varick) Do I have to do learning? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) absolutely (Varick) Do I still have to mop the ship? ((This was one of the jobs he told Varick he would have if he chose to go sailing with them)) (@Morgan) Maybe parts of it. It'll help you get some discipline, having jobs to do (Varick) Why is that important? **Captain Ulysses wraps himself around Morgan's shoulders (@Morgan) Because one day you'll have to do things without others nagging you to do them, and having chores like that will help you get used to that (Varick) When I have to be the Freiarr? (@Morgan) and before that, probably (Varick) Will you be mopping? (@Morgan) I'm going to be taking shifts on watch and in the crows nest, and I'll help out around the ship, but I already have work to do with Molly, planning our trips to far off places (Varick) That sounds exciting * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I suppose so (Varick) **Morgan realises she's taken far longer to get dressed than her lack of clothing implied she would* (Varick) When will we live in a house again? (@Morgan) [are you alright blossom?] (@Morgan) Tough to say... at the outside, we'll be moving to Gottkirchen in three years (Varick) When will I live in Koln? (@Morgan) When you're a man (Varick) [Fine, sorry. I just needed a minute to myself] (Varick) Won't you live with me then? (@Morgan) I'll be in charge of Gottkirchen at least by then (@Morgan) [all is well?] (Varick) I might be lonely in my house though (Varick) [Yes liebling, I was just thinking about you, and us, and how lucky I am, that's all] (@Morgan) We're not going to just leave you all of a sudden Varick, we'll make sure you have friends to help you, maybe by then you'll be in love... (Varick) Why do people fall in love? (@Morgan) oh thats a tough one * Varick just looks at him, curious (@Morgan) Its like our souls recognise eachother, I suppose... (Varick) Did my Father's soul recognise my Mother's soul? (@Morgan) I'd imagine so... though I don't know if they were in love (Varick) But they had me, and people have babies if they're in love (@Morgan) I dont think its always that simple (Varick) Oh. Did he love Lady Eldreich? (Varick) **Molly comes out of their room, briefly watching them before setting at Morgan's desk (@Morgan) I think so (Varick) Why did he love her? (Varick) **Molly takes some paper and a pencil from the desk, and begins working on something (@Morgan) She could be very sweet and loving, certainly thats how I remember her from when we were young (Varick) Was she nicer then? (@Morgan) I think so... not as ambitious at least (Varick) Was Auntie Jarvie nice then too? And uncle Edward? * @Morgan nods (Varick) **Captain Ulysses has fallen asleep on Morgan's shoulders. Varick goes over to Molly, watching what she is doing (Varick) Molly, why do people fall in love? (Varick) **She looks thoughtful** I don't really know, Mauschen. I think it's just how Theus made us, to want to love and be loved, and make families * Varick nods, pulling the other chair to the desk and kneeling on it (Varick) Is that why you fell in love with Morgan, so you could have a family? (Varick) *Her hand pauses over the paper a moment, then she looks up at Morgan's expression with a hint of solemnity in her own* (Varick) ((What is his expression?)) (@Morgan) ((curious)) (Varick) No, Mauschen (Varick) M:* * Varick shrugs, watching Molly draw some lines on the paper. He looks over to Morgan (Varick) Is that why you fell in love with her? * @Morgan shakes his head (Varick) M: Its not something that people get a choice in, Mauschen. It either happens or it doesn't... *she continues writing* * Varick looks at Morgan (Varick) I could fall in love even if I don't want to? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'm afraid so (Varick) I don't like the sound of that! * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) You get used to it (Varick) M: *she smiles* You might find that your heart leads you in directions that your head does not, and then end up immensely grateful for that (Varick) M: *she smiles at Morgan* don't you agree, liebling? * @Morgan nods, stroking the cats face (@Morgan) aye, I do * Varick looks to Morgan (Varick) Are you going to work on the ship now? (@Morgan) Actually, I do need to talk to Molly about when I am to take watch (Varick) M: *she looks up* Oh? (@Morgan) I wanted to take a watch or several, since I'm aboard ** You're now known as Molly (Molly) Every day? (@Morgan) No, not every day, but... a few days perhaps (Molly) You will be in addition to the crew, rather than taking on one of the duties then? (@Morgan) it'll mean one of the crew doesn't need to do it when I do (@Morgan) much as I'd like to take duties, I have other things that need doing * Molly nods (Molly) Assuming Sorgi is happy with it, I would suggest the forenoon watch... (@Morgan) oh? (@Morgan) I used to take the middle midnight watch (Molly) That would be four hours for Varick's schooling before lunch and his nap, and then in the afternoon he could learn how to work on a ship from you, or watch my training with Claudia. It would give a structure to the days that might be beneficial considering how often things will change these next few months. * Molly nods slowly * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that makes sense (Molly) If you prefer to do the midnight until four... *she frowns ever so slightly* (@Morgan) I might take one of them * Molly nods (Molly) I can fit around you, whatever you wish * @Morgan nods (Molly) Regardless, Varick needs to spend some time each day learning, and I need to spend time on my training * @Morgan nods (Molly) Sorgi knows you will be working? (@Morgan) He's asked what watch I want to do (Molly) **Varick goes to look out of the window, and Molly takes the opportunity to speak quietly* Are you hoping that you will avoid nightmares by simply not sleeping? (@Morgan) No, but being awake overnight has almost become habit * Molly nods sadly (Molly) As you wish liebling. If you could let me know in advance so I know not to worry if you are not there, I would be grateful (@Morgan) of course blossom * Molly nods, looking back to her paperwork (Molly) I do not wish to press you, but a decision on where to be on the 21st needs to be made before we are in Freiburg I am afraid, so that we can sail out in good time from there * @Morgan nods (Molly) It is possible that I could be dropped in Carleon on the 19th and still get to Avebury in good time, and for you to sail with The Rose back to Tawstock or your Island, but it will be rather tight no matter how we do it. We will likely have at most a day or two in Freiburg if that is the case. (@Morgan) I'm not convinced I want to be apart from you then (Molly) I know, liebling. And the decision that must be made then is whether I go or not to the wedding and to see Maelwys, Anna and Gawain * @Morgan nods * Molly chews her lip a moment, voice quiet (Molly) Do you think it is likely to be worse than on Friday? (@Morgan) I imagine so * Molly nods (Molly) Perhaps we should just take the wedding out of the equation entirely (@Morgan) No, I think not * Molly looks down at the paper (Molly) It makes sense, liebes herz. Regardless of whether we are at sea, in Tawstock, or at the island, we will be on the Rose. It is a known habitat, and familiar, private. (@Morgan) But she is your friend, and I miss Maelwys (Molly) I appreciate that. But I _love_ you. I would make this as easy for you as possible, regardless of the cost. (Molly) **the cat wakes, stretching* (@Morgan) I'll think on it today * Molly nods (Molly) Thank you, liebling (Molly) I also wonder if we should make another trip through Eisen before Edwards wedding (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) Gottkirchen, Innesbruck, Koln, Fischler... we will have paperwork to sign with His Grace by then to formalize the overall arrangements * @Morgan nods (Molly) Whilst we do that, The Rose should be working... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) agreed (Molly) Really she ought to be working wherever we go. Though it can be afforded, it does not do to waste the opportunities to recoup some of the costs of crewing her at the very least * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles (Molly) I should not imagine much has changed since the winter. If you wish it, James and I could put into place many of the plans and contacts I had started to implement before she was sunk * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) why not (Molly) Well, because I am a woman, and she is _your_ ship... * @Morgan raises an eyebrow (Molly) That is what people would say. * Molly smiles * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) thats their mistake (Molly) Edward especially! (Molly) I think I get it from my Father. For his many flaws, he set his mind upon his goal of becoming a gentleman, and worked hard towards that * @Morgan nods (Molly) And that is how I was about the Rose when I got her. I was determined she would be profitable and successful, and that I could then have the freedom and security of that * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that makes sense * Molly ponders on this a moment (Molly) It didn't work out that way at all though! (@Morgan) No, I suppose not (Molly) That is the problem with being Sliepata Liousa, I suppose *she grins* * @Morgan chuckles * Molly tilts her head a moment (Molly) Did I call you a goose earlier? (@Morgan) Yes, yes you did * Molly giggles, watching him (Molly) You're going to end up with a whole farmyard of nicknames if you aren't careful (@Morgan) so it seems * Molly smiles, looking at the paper (Molly) I think I will need a week or so in Tawstock to deal with my Father's affairs... * @Morgan nods * Molly glances at Varick before looking back to Morgan (Molly) Also, I want a certain person to meet my brothers' children *she smiles* (@Morgan) oh? * Molly shrugs a little (Molly) It will be nice for him to see children * Molly frowns a little, scribbling on the paper * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye (Molly) I haven't even met some of them myself (@Morgan) time to remedy that then * Molly nods, obviously brooding a little before she squares her shoulders (Molly) I will need to make sure both my brothers are there really. It's not often that one's father up and leaves the country of his birth to start over elsewhere * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) No, it is not * Molly smiles (Molly) It will be a busy few days if we all get together, there will be eight children (@Morgan) We'll manage it I'm sure * Molly smiles (Molly) I suppose it will be good practice! (Molly) My brother Peter's stepson is Varicks age, the others are all younger. James' littlest is only six months old. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) James is the one who felt it his duty to threaten me as the big brother? * Molly nods (Molly) He's the one who is more like Mama... Peter is... Peter is definitely his father's son (@Morgan) You think there will be conflict with him? * Molly looks unsure (Molly) In all honesty, I do not know. *she looks down at the table* I don't really know either of them. When I saw James as we left Tawstock, that was the first time I'd seen either since Autumn '67 * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) We will see how it plays out * Molly nods, frowning (Molly) My uhh... my niece Mary, Peter's youngest, she is about eighteen months old... * @Morgan nods * Molly looks concerned (Molly) Is that going to make things more difficult for you? (@Morgan) Possibly. We'll have to see * Molly nods (Molly) She's very dark haired though. * @Morgan nods (Molly) If needs be I can manage at Sunnymeade just Varick and I (@Morgan) I think not * Molly frowns (Molly) It's very safe there, liebling (@Morgan) I know (Molly) Why would it trouble you? (@Morgan) I have not met Peter, and I would not have our young man without as much support as possible * Molly nods (Molly) I just wish to protect you (@Morgan) I know blossom * Molly nods (Molly) Good. Did you need to speak to Sorgi about your plans? (@Morgan) I'd best let him know what watch I want I suppose * Molly nods (Molly) Alright liebling * @Morgan nods, heading for the door * Molly calls Varick to her to learn some more Avalon * @Morgan heads out looking for Sorgi ** You're now known as Sorgi * Sorgi is laughing with Claudia when Morgan spots him * @Morgan heads towards them * Sorgi inclines his head (Sorgi) M'Lord? (@Morgan) I've had a think about the watch... My wife wouldn't appreciate me doing one every day, but I'd like to do forenoon, maybe once every few days? and one middle midnight watch * Sorgi nods (Sorgi) Tuesday and Thursday forenoons, and very early Saturday morning middle watch? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) perfect * Sorgi nods (Sorgi) Starting tomorrow? ((Tuesday)) * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) thats fine * Sorgi nods (Sorgi) Very good, m'Lord (@Morgan) I'll be teaching Varick about the workings of the ship as well (Sorgi) He will enjoy that (@Morgan) I think so, aye (Sorgi) We should be out of the river late wednesday * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) it'll be good to put some speed on... you have plans to put your men through their paces? * Sorgi nods (Sorgi) It will keep them fresh to practice some things and get to know each other as a team * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) what do you have in mind? (Sorgi) Manoeuvres like we did during training in the Vaticine navy. Koen has some suggestions from things that happened on his ships. Drills for emergencies. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) good (Sorgi) Anything else you want them doing, m'Lord? (@Morgan) gun drills * Sorgi nods (Sorgi) If you would enjoy it, I am happy for you to lead that one morning * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) she's your command * Sorgi nods (Sorgi) I know, m'Lord. But I know in your shoes I would enjoy it (@Morgan) we'lll see * Sorgi nods (Sorgi) Was that all, m'Lord? * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) I think so * Sorgi nods (Sorgi) Very well, m'Lord *he inclines his head before wandering off, leaving Morgan alone* * @Morgan wanders to the prow (Sorgi) **It's very peaceful. He sees many other ships on the river, from tiny fishing boats to large cargo ships. The weather is nothing special. No-one interrupts him, so he is able to stay there as long as he chooses* * @Morgan heads to the galley in search of coffee (Sorgi) **There's no hot water * @Morgan sighs, looking for a way to make some (Sorgi) **there's regular water and magic * @Morgan looks around to make sure he's alone before concentrating on the water (Sorgi) **he is, and it does exactly what he wants * @Morgan makes his coffee (Sorgi) ((Anything specific he wants to do?)) (@Morgan) ((nope)) (Sorgi) **He finally gets to spend some quality time with Molly and Varick, and they work on teaching Varick the sort of Avalonian he will need for communicating with Molly's nieces and nephews. He doesn't find it hugely easy, but it obviously determined, and is still trying to practice his Avalon words when Morgan tucks him into bed. With dinner passed, he finds himself on the couch in the study reading a book. ** You're now known as Molly * Molly is doing likewise, her head on his lap. He notices she's not turned the page in more than five minutes, and is pinching her lip. It's peaceful, the sky outside dark (@Morgan) are you alright blossom? * Molly startles slightly (Molly) Oh! Yes, I am. And you, liebling? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I noticed you'd not turned a page in a while * Molly blushes (Molly) I was daydreaming * @Morgan nods (Molly) How are you feeling about your Father and Edward being gone now? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I miss them (Molly) Does that surprise you? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) less than it would have a week ago * Molly nods slightly (Molly) Very different to a year ago (@Morgan) absolutely (Molly) It will only be a few months until we see them again... * @Morgan nods * Molly shifts, turning so she can watch him with her head still on his lap, closing her book (Molly) How much do you trust Edward, liebling? (@Morgan) why? (Molly) I was wondering whether we could or should tell him about the Porte-ish magic... (@Morgan) Well... when I approached him about using magic to heal his shoulder he wasn't all out Eisen about it * Molly smiles (Molly) Must be his Avalon blood finally showing through (@Morgan) Could be, aye (Molly) What thinks you? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I don't know really (Molly) Do you think my Father makes more sense? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) he's probably had more exposure to it * Molly nods (Molly) And he already knows about mine (@Morgan) he does make sense I suppose * Molly nods (Molly) He also is more likely to pick up useful information from common people * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) though I think I've put my father along that path (Molly) That is good, liebling. You should be proud of that (@Morgan) I will be if he actually walks it (Molly) You think he may not? (@Morgan) its one thing to say you will, but quite another to actually change attitudes you've been raised with * Molly nods slowly (Molly) I suppose so, yes (Molly) My parents are very friendly with Otto and Sascha now, according to your Father (@Morgan) Thats nice * Molly glances at his expression (Molly) And surprising? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I suppose so (Molly) I do wonder if the after-effect of Otto's healing may have something to do with it (@Morgan) That'd make him drawn to you, not your father (Molly) But a mutual protectiveness, perhaps... * @Morgan nods slowly (@Morgan) perhaps * Molly shrugs (Molly) Perhaps they just like each other. I suppose I do not know Sascha and Otto well enough to know how likely that is (@Morgan) They're good people * Molly nods, smiling (Molly) My Mother generally gets along with most people... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I've noticed (Molly) She likes you (@Morgan) your mother? * Molly nods, smiling (Molly) Very, very much (@Morgan) the feeling is mutual * Molly smiles (Molly) It was the night where I got caught in the storm and couldn't remember you. She liked the raw honesty about you (@Morgan) Funny, most people really dislike that * Molly smiles, eyes sparkling (Molly) My family is not "most people" (@Morgan) That is true (Molly) I am not sure you would like me so much if my parents odd quirks had not combined in just the right way... * Molly smiles (@Morgan) no? (Molly) I have some of my Mother's feistiness and community spirit, some of her maternalism and passion... * @Morgan nods (Molly) I have some of my Father's stubbornness and determination, some of his practicality and protectiveness... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) true (Molly) And mostly, those are things you like, in small doses * Molly smiles * @Morgan chuckles (@Morgan) depends on the person I think (Molly) In me (@Morgan) You have the right mix of those things (Molly) A lucky coincidence... *she grins* * @Morgan snorts (Molly) Liebes herz... what Varick asked me earlier, about whether I fell in love with you to make a family... * @Morgan nods (Molly) It was never, ever that for me * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I know blossom * Molly nods (Molly) I had not even factored that in when I first accepted your marriage proposal (@Morgan) I think its something we have to factor in now (Molly) That we will have children? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) the magic plate says so * Molly smiles (Molly) And the Nieblungen... And the Sudlache ring... And the dreams... * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles more, looking a little distracted (Molly) The first time you made it clear that that was your intention, I almost fainted... (@Morgan) what? (Molly) That you anticipated us having children (@Morgan) why? * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) I suppose I had just assumed that it would not be your wish... * @Morgan shurgs (@Morgan) things change I suppose * Molly watches him a moment with a soft smile (Molly) I think it is time I retired, my love. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I think you're right * Molly sits up, stretching (Molly) Are you coming? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye * Molly stands, offering her hand * @Morgan hands, taking it (Molly) Herbs, oil, balm, and singing you to sleep, hmm? *she smiles warmly* * @Morgan nods * Molly leads him towards the bedroom, taking the lamp on the way (Molly) Let's see if we can get you at least one peaceful night's sleep (@Morgan) that would be nice (Molly) And even if not, at least we are together... * @Morgan nods * Molly takes him in to bed, kicking the door shut behind them. With those preparations made, she lies naked in his arms and does sing him to sleep... ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 27 December 2020 13:55:42 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) Lord Morgan Hockridge, who generally has used his maternal name the six years he has lived in the ancestral lands in the north of Avalon, is swimming in the lake, the day warm. He has already decided that after the summer he must return to Eisen and have Adalbrecht and Verity pick him a wife. (Molly) He is almost twenty seven, and the time to secure the future line is nigh. He _had_ hoped for the sort of relationship Edward had with Mina. It hadn't been easy to see his brother marry the young woman he had had a crush on at court, but it was clear what they had was special. Circumstances had already taken him out of Eisen before the time they were betrothed, before the War had even finished. (Molly) He had visited briefly for the wedding in '65, proudly standing beside his brother as his Best Man. Then again in '68 and '69, standing beside Edward, feeling pride in his younger brother twice more, and cradling both nieces with love. He'd been Godfather at the Christenings of little Brumhilde and Josefina, named for her recently departed Grandfather. (MTF) (Molly) Morgan thought that once he had wed a suitable Eisen noble girl, they might call their first son Christopher after his uncle whose death had changed his life that March day six years ago. (Molly) He'd intended to fill in for the sick maid and take his mother's dresses to the seamstress, but instead found Verity sobbing in Adalbrecht's arms at the news her brother had died. So the dresses were forgotten, and plans were made for Morgan to leave the navy and do his duty to Catterick. He left his Eisen life behind and started his Avalon one. (Molly) He enjoyed running Catterick, making the area better, kinder, and more prosperous. He was a devoted landowner, Verity having signed it over to him. He enjoyed his daily swim in the lake, would miss his home here, but took solace in knowing he would only be away long enough to marry whomever his Father felt suitable. (mtf) (Molly) He had no hopes that the marriage would be built on anything but practicality, and that was fine. He hoped for a kind, competent, pleasant wife who shared his values and liked children. An Eisenman did his duty, even one who had lived in Avalon most of his adult life. (Molly) He hears singing as he gets to the edge and hauls himself sopping wet onto the grass. He inadvertently startles the young woman shaking out the most unusual red hair he has ever seen. She looks at him with surprise. (Molly) The air seems to disappear, as does his breath, even his heartbeat. It's like lightning. He doesn't know her at all, but something in him recognises her. "So this is what happened for Edward and Mina, for Mother and Father…" He thinks. He bows and introduces himself, headless of his clothes plastered to him. (mtf) (Molly) She doesn't seem to even know what to say, blushing through a rushed introduction as she tells him her name is Molly Andrews. Then she just smiles, watching him spell-bound as if the same realisation hits her. He smiles back at her. This feels like the start of something beautiful. She is going to be the future Lady Hockridge, or Koertig, regardless of station or nationality. (Molly) *He awakens. It's confusing how he has gone from being at the lake with her to being in bed sleeping naked with her in his arms. It feels as real as if he has lived that life for years.* (done) * @Morgan breathes deeply for a moment before rolling out of bed to check the time * Molly stirs, and speaks in Eisen as usual (Molly) Are you alright, liebling, (Molly) ? (@Morgan) aye blossom (Molly) **The lack of light outside, and his own natural time keeping tells him it's around ninety minutes before dawn (Molly) Nightmares again? (@Morgan) Not exactly, no... a glimpse of what might have been if things had been different from the beginning * Molly fidgets in the bed, sitting up a little (Molly) What time is it? (@Morgan) an hour and a half from dawn, more or less * Molly nods in the darkness (Molly) Alright... Are you leaving? (@Morgan) I thought I'd get a coffee (Molly) Will Cook be up yet? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I've no idea (Molly) How will you get hot-... oh * @Morgan chuckles, pulling on his clothes (@Morgan) I've worked in kitchens before, I know how to get hot water without that * Molly giggles (Molly) I suppose so... I haven't done that for many months now (@Morgan) aye (Molly) I was dreaming that our sails were burnt, and I had to patch them all with my clothes, and then I had so little to wear that you confined me to our rooms so I did not cause disruption (@Morgan) thats... odd * Molly nods (Molly) Less interesting than yours (@Morgan) I suppose so * Molly pauses a moment before replying (Molly) You... you do not wish to talk about it? (@Morgan) I don't feel the need to, blossom... but if you wish to know, I shall, once I have some coffee in my hand (Molly) I am very curious, so yes, I would like to * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) soon as I've made some coffee, I'll come back and tell you (Molly) Thank you, liebling * @Morgan nods, pulling his top on (@Morgan) I wont be long (Molly) Alright * @Morgan heads out of the room towards the kitchen (Molly) The ship is so quiet he can hear nothing but his own breathing. Everything is pitch black * @Morgan mutters, heading back for a lamp (Molly) **he finds one easily * @Morgan lights it and heads back out to the kitchen (Molly) **he manages to get hot water and coffee with a few minutes work * @Morgan heads back to his room with the coffee * Molly is still sat propped up in bed when he gets back * @Morgan settles into a chair * Molly watches him with a fond smile (@Morgan) Well... I had never met Dietlinde... the day I would have, we discovered my uncle had died, so I was sent to manage Catterick * Molly nods slowly (Molly) That's... odd * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Edward married Mina, I was best man, they had two children that I was godfather to... I was getting ready to come back to Eisen to have father pick a wife for me, when I met... you, though your name was Andrews (Molly) My mother's maiden name... * @Morgan nods (Molly) Very odd, liebling... * @Morgan nods, sipping his coffee (@Morgan) isn't it * Molly frowns a little (Molly) Do you think it was a possible path then? ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 27 December 2020 15:28:43 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to irc.blitzed.org:6667… -NickServ- This nickname is registered. Please choose a different nickname, or identify via /msg NickServ identify . ** You have joined #7thseaic -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. (Molly) [14:58] (Molly) Do you think it was a possible path then? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) possibly, aye * Molly nods, expression bordering neutral (Molly) Does that trouble you? (@Morgan) Not particularly * Molly nods a little (Molly) But that path meant you losing your uncle, and not living in Eisen? * @Morgan nods (Molly) And yet Edward and Mina still ended up together... and you and he must have had a good relationship for you to have been his best man and godfather to his children * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) it certainly seemed so (Molly) We met in Catterick? * @Morgan nods (Molly) Was it by the lake at Foxcroft? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I swam in it every day * Molly smiles (Molly) That does sound nice. On Thursday when I dreamt of the possible future with your children, and my son, and our children, that started with us meeting by the lake at Foxcroft. You had just stepped out of the water dripping wet * @Morgan nods * Molly is obviously thinking about this (Molly) Was it the same? I was singing, unfastening my hair... * @Morgan nods * Molly bites her lip, smiling (Molly) Was it like lightning? Like love at first sight? * @Morgan nods (Molly) That was the same... (@Morgan) sounds like it (Molly) I just... I do not understand why we are seeing these things (@Morgan) No... nor I (Molly) Perhaps we should ask the Nieblungen? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I suppose so (Molly) It is preferable to your nightmares, at least? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye, it is (Molly) Did it feel as real to you as the one with the children felt to me? (@Morgan) they usually do, really (Molly) That one felt like it had been my life for years though * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) me too * Molly watches him a moment before shrugging ever so slightly (Molly) I suppose unless we can find a way to be rid of them, we will just have to get used to it * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Edward is going to ask mother for the dreamcatcher (Molly) The one he gave her when he arrived in Sudlachenburg? * @Morgan nods (Molly) Do you think that might help? (@Morgan) I don't know, but he was adamant (Molly) He knows you have nightmares? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) we've spoken about it (Molly) I should imagine that troubled him * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I think so, aye * Molly sighs slightly. She looks undecided a moment, then shakes it off (Molly) What thinks you about that dream you had about Edward and I at court in Freiburg? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I just don't know (Molly) I do not know what of these dreams are just nightmares and what are potential other paths... and which have elements that seem to hint at the future (@Morgan) I suppose there is one group of people we can ask * Molly nods (Molly) Would you want to know though? (@Morgan) probably not, realistically (Molly) Especially with Edward (@Morgan) no... * Molly nods (Molly) I do not think it is likely... (@Morgan) dont think what is likely? (Molly) Edward and I * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) in what respect (Molly) Having been a potential route to the convergence. Falling in love. (@Morgan) ah, I see... (Molly) Why did you frown? * Molly looks concerned (@Morgan) I didn't understand what you meant (Molly) I'm not sure what else I could have meant? Unless you are concerned about losing my affections to him? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) perhaps (Molly) You really need not, liebling * @Morgan nods (Molly) I am where I want to be... * @Morgan nods * Molly looks down at the bed, voice quiet (Molly) Does it trouble you that that was a potential path for your life? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I know it shouldn't * Molly frowns slightly (Molly) Why shouldn't it? (@Morgan) Its not something I need to be worried about, so it shouldn't bother me * Molly inhales slowly (Molly) It would bother me, I think * @Morgan nods * Molly is brooding on it, but says (Molly) No point brooding about it (@Morgan) says you... (Molly) Hmm? (@Morgan) You say not point brooding on it while clearly brooding on it * Molly smiles wryly (Molly) I am that obvious? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) perhaps * @Morgan sips his coffee (Molly) That isn't what happened, so I do not need to think on it really (@Morgan) No (Molly) Just as with the children. That is not the path we ended up on * @Morgan nods (Molly) You are happy enough now, that is what is important to me (@Morgan) I'm not happy _enough_. I'm happy. * Molly smiles, blushing (Molly) Sometimes you see through me even when I do not realise what I am doing * @Morgan nods, sipping his coffee (@Morgan) sometimes, aye (Molly) It troubles you that there has been times when you have not? (@Morgan) of course (Molly) You do know that I am happy with you too, don't you? * @Morgan nods (Molly) Good. What do you wish to do about trying to speak to the Nieblungen? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I don't know yet (Molly) I suppose we may have to see what happens between now and Freiburg? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) all we can do is wait, realistically * Molly nods (Molly) I suppose I am just concerned how painful it could be for you (@Morgan) it is what it is * Molly nods sadly (Molly) I know liebling... and I am sure you know how little a consolation you would feel that if it were the other way round * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles (Molly) I should imagine Edward and Mina's babies were very cute (@Morgan) from what I recall, aye (Molly) Do you think they will have many? (@Morgan) I hope so... Edward is terrified he cannot have children * Molly tilts her head (Molly) Why? (@Morgan) He worries that Mina will regret her choice to marry him if that is the case (Molly) Do you think that likely? (@Morgan) There's no reason I can think of for that to be the case * Molly shakes her head (Molly) I agree. And I think Mina loves him too much for that * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I did explain that to him, but he's scared nonetheless (Molly) He is very... honest with you (@Morgan) it took some reassurance to get it out of him * Molly watches him (Molly) You like that he is that willing to be vulnerable with you? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye (Molly) Will they have a bridal plate? (@Morgan) He's going to discuss it with her, but he doesn't want to (Molly) Is that allowed? (@Morgan) Its a Sudlachenburg tradition, but since he is going to Graben... its just another manifestation of his fear * Molly frowns (Molly) I wasn't looking for anything like that when sensing about fixing his shoulder, but perhaps I could find and fix anything if needed? (@Morgan) I don't see any reason for it to be the case, but it may be worth looking into * Molly nods (Molly) I suppose we will not know for two or three months after they are wed * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) at least * Molly smiles at him (Molly) I don't see any reason why you won't be an uncle in the next year or two (@Morgan) Nor I, really (Molly) Would you like that? * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles thoughtfully (Molly) I suspect seeing other people's bridal plates break is less nerve-wracking than it being your own * @Morgan nods (Molly) I recall you being quite anxious... *she smiles gently* And until you were anxious, I hadn't really considered it anything to be concerned about * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) he's already anxious * Molly nods (Molly) Was it only getting it over with that helped you? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I think so (Molly) I wouldn't have regretted my choice... (@Morgan) no? * Molly smiles (Molly) It was always about being with you, no matter where or how. If children had not been something we were destined for together, that would not have changed anything about my desire to be with you. * @Morgan nods (Molly) I know it might have made things more complex with the title and land and so on... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) very much so (Molly) Lucky that we have the Nieblungen rooting for us * Molly smiles * @Morgan nods, sipping his coffee (Molly) Has that always been something in your mind, that you would one day need to give Sudlachenburg heirs? (@Morgan) I suppose so, aye (Molly) That must have been a burden at times? (@Morgan) I knew if I ever returned father would expect it of me * Molly nods slowly (Molly) When you came back last winter... * @Morgan nods * Molly frowns slightly (Molly) I had not realised that coming back would place such a big burden back upon you * @Morgan nods * Molly thinks on this a moment (Molly) I just... I had not realised how huge a step it was in that regard (@Morgan) moreso once we returned together (Molly) Why? (@Morgan) I remember clearly the day we arrived, and I informed my father of my intention to marry you... he demanded to know if there would be children * Molly nods a little (Molly) How did you react? (@Morgan) calmly * Molly looks a little surprised (Molly) Oh! You anticipated it? (@Morgan) Not really, but I wasn't terribly surprised by the question (Molly) Were you tempted to stay away, just find somewhere quiet for us to be? ** Morgan has quit (Quit: This computer has gone to sleep) ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Monday, 28 December 2020 19:19:05 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) C&p pls (@Morgan) * Molly looks a little surprised (@Morgan) Oh! You anticipated it? (@Morgan) Not really, but I wasn't terribly surprised by the question (@Morgan) Were you tempted to stay away, just find somewhere quiet for us to be? (@Morgan) I think as soon as I realised I wanted to marry you, I knew what would be expected (Molly) By your parents? (@Morgan) by everyone really * Molly frowns slightly (Molly) Including me? (@Morgan) well, no... maybe... * Molly nods slowly, a little distracted (Molly) Oh... (@Morgan) it didn't really give me any pause, though * Molly nods again (Molly) I... *she frowns slightly* That was a big thing to have to accept when choosing marriage rather than just staying as we were (@Morgan) I suppose so * Molly chews her lower lip a moment, frowning a little (@Morgan) what? (Molly) It was never something I would have pressured you for. If you had told me you could not face that again, I would still have married you. * @Morgan nods (Molly) Did... Was is something Captain Tsaylur Eisened you into? (Molly) It* (@Morgan) what? (Molly) Having more children (@Morgan) All she did was trick me into realising what I wanted, what I really wanted * Molly smiles (Molly) And that included heirs? (@Morgan) inb the future, once I'd had more time to... heal (@Morgan) I didn't expect to have a son quite so quickly, mind * Molly smiles (Molly) No, nor I! Even my mother managed six months after the wedding before giving my Father a child! * @Morgan nods (Molly) I'm in no rush though... (@Morgan) No, nor I... we have things to do first (Molly) Many things. Ideally we need to be settled somewhere * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Varick wants to redecorate Gottkirchen (Molly) We are to live in Maubourgs house in Kiev? (@Morgan) I assume its where the Graf lives * Molly smiles (Molly) Then I agree with Varick * @Morgan nods (Molly) But we could live where we choose, I think? (@Morgan) I suppose we could (Molly) I uhh... Marta told me how to use the sponge in brandy so that it is less likely we will have to change our plans... (@Morgan) I thought you already knew about things like that (Molly) I knew from Captain Tsaylur that sponges could be used, but not how (@Morgan) I see * Molly watches him (Molly) You dislike It? (@Morgan) No, I just thought you knew about it already * Molly shakes her head (Molly) Not enough to use it effectively. And now that we know fate has a particular preference for us creating a child, I think it is better that we are as careful as possible * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) agreed * Molly frowns a little (Molly) Within reason. * @Morgan tilts his head (@Morgan) how do you mean? (Molly) Well, complete abstinence would be much safer... (@Morgan) I rather think not (Molly) Or the Vaticine Method *her nose wrinkles with distaste* * @Morgan chuckles (@Morgan) thats a no then * @Morgan glances at the window * Molly starts to look thoughtful, then blushes a little (Molly) I suppose I ought to get some more sleep... (@Morgan) Probably best had blossom * Molly yawns, settling back down but on his side (Molly) Sometimes I sleep on your side when you're gone... (@Morgan) oh? * Molly smiles softly (Molly) It's easier for me to imagine you're there when the sheets smell like you * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that makes sense (Molly) I wonder what odd thing I will dream of! * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I suppose we'll see * Molly closes her eyes (Molly) Perhaps we should be writing them down (@Morgan) I should say... I've agreed with Sorgi that I'll work eight til midday today and thursday, and the late shift I wanted on saturday (Molly) As you wish, liebling. You'd only get bored sat around all day (@Morgan) probably, aye (Molly) As long as you can slip me into your day, I am contented * Molly touches her lower lip, smiling to herself * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) sleep well my blossom (Molly) Be safe, my love * @Morgan nods, taking his coffee and heading onto deck (Molly) **The sky is lightening a little when he gets there * @Morgan peers up at the crows nest (Molly) **someone is up there as they ought to be, but he cannot tell who * @Morgan salutes them with his cup before heading to the prow (Molly) **One of the crew is on watch nearby, but he isn't interrupted as he waits for the sun to rise * (Molly) **It gets busier as soon as it's light as Koen has the anchor raised and they continue their progress. The sky is cloudy but there's no indication of bad weather. The crew are already working well together. At seven, a bell rings for breakfast for those who are due to start on the forenoon shift as he is * @Morgan heads for breakfast (Molly) **Claudia, James and Sorgi are all there, as well as the crew. Everyone bids him good morning * @Morgan nods to them (Molly) **The three of them appear to be talking happily between themselves ((anything he wants to raise?)) (@Morgan) ((nope)) (Molly) **just as it's time to go to work, Claudia catches him aside* ** You're now known as Claudia (Claudia) Did you speak to Molly about her training? * @Morgan nods (Claudia) Good. When will she be able to do it? * @Morgan smiles (@Morgan) This afternoon, and going foward * Claudia nods (Claudia) Good. Will you be watching to watch? (@Morgan) will I be what? (Claudia) Wanting to watch Molly's training? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I think Varick will (Claudia) As long as he sits still, that's fine * @Morgan nods * Claudia leads the way through the ship as they talk (Claudia) The new style still? * @Morgan nods * Claudia nods (Claudia) I'd best get to work * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) and I (Claudia) **Sorgi is waiting on the deck, sending Koen off before looking at them all. He tells them what to expect of the next four hours, which is very little on this part of the Great River. He sends them all to specific chores, putting Morgan up in the crows nest * @Morgan climbs the rigging to the crows nest (Claudia) **it's peaceful, just him, the Great River in front, Montaigne on his right, Castille on his left. With the spyglass, he can see plenty of other ships, and read the tiny flags on the rigging that spells out the ships name. He sees no distress flags, but the national and regional flags the ships are registered to. It's uneventful but not boring (Claudia) **It seems like no time at all before the bell is rung at quarter before eleven for the afternoon watch to eat first before the watch swaps, and fifteen minutes later the next crewman appears at the bottom of the mast ready to swap over * @Morgan hands the nest over, climbing back down the rigging (Claudia) **everyone else on his watch is headed downstairs. Claudia and Sorgi are laughing together, and it gives Morgan change to surreptitiously watch them if he chooses * @Morgan does so (Claudia) **There's definitely still something there. It's not urgent or overt, but it's warmer than friendship, and with more sexual tension that established lovers. Other people wouldn't notice it in its subtlety, but Morgan does. * Claudia and Sorgi descend into the ship * @Morgan follow them down, aiming for coffee (Claudia) *Coffee can be found in the dinning room with lunch * @Morgan sits in a corner with his coffee, watching the crew (Claudia) **They are all happy enough, eating and regaling each other with overly embellished stories and boasts ** You're now known as Sorgi * Sorgi comes to Morgan "Did you enjoy your watch, m'Lord?" * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) it was rather peaceful (Sorgi) Do you prefer that duty, or a mix? (@Morgan) I rather like the nest * Sorgi nods (Sorgi) Few do though * @Morgan nods (Sorgi) Same again on Thursday? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that'd suit me * Sorgi inclines his head before going to sit with the crew (Sorgi) **lunch is basic, but not as basic as it will be as they near Freiburg in just under two weeks * @Morgan eats quietly (Sorgi) **The crew get more boastful. It starts to get a little rude, which Sorgi immediately puts a stop to * @Morgan smiles faintly (Sorgi) **lunch passes with no sign of Molly or Varick * @Morgan excuses himself and goes looking for them ** You're now known as Molly * Molly and Varick are in the study. They have a map on the desk, which Captain Ulysses is sprawled on. Molly is writing something on paper whilst Varick watches the cat intently. They have obviously already eaten by the empty plates. There's a pot of tea and two empty cups (@Morgan) Is all well? * Molly nods (Molly) Varick wanted to work out where the hidden treasure is (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) However, cats do not understand maps (@Morgan) No, I would imagine not (Molly) **Captain Ulysses gets up and comes to Morgan, purring (Molly) V: *he looks at Morgan sadly* We can't dig it up if we can't find it * @Morgan rubs under the cats chin (@Morgan) no, thats true (Molly) V: I wanted to find it though (@Morgan) what treasure? (Molly) *The cat climbs up Morgan* (Molly) V: The treasure that his old crew buried on an island * Molly looks at the map again (@Morgan) What sort of treasure? I imagine what a cat would think of as treasure is somewhat different to what we consider it to be (Molly) V: Its coins, like he has been finding and hiding on the ship (@Morgan) I see... but he doesn't remember where (Molly) We have narrowed it down to an Island off the west coast of Montaigne, but... (@Morgan) but... (Molly) There's quite a few! * @Morgan nods (Molly) V: *he yawns* (Molly) I am out of ideas on how to narrow it down, unfortunately (@Morgan) Its rather impractical to sail around and see if our four legged friend recognises anything (Molly) V: *he gets down from his chair* If I was a bird, I could go and look (@Morgan) Yes, but not without alerting everyone that you could do that... (Molly) V: But I would have treasure *He looks at the cat a moment who then climbs down * (@Morgan) And what would treasure get you? (Molly) V: first I would come back and find you, then be a boy again. Then you would dig up the treasure (@Morgan) thats not quite what I meant (Molly) **Varick yawns again. Captain Ulysses wraps around his legs* V: What did you mean? (@Morgan) People in Eisen don't like magic, Varick, thats why we keep ours a secret... (Molly) V: *he frowns* Our what? (@Morgan) your ability to see and talk to ghosts, and animals for a start (Molly) V: *he nods* because people are silly * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) quite (Molly) V: Can I maybe dream about treasure? (@Morgan) of course, and if we find a way to get it that doesn't mean letting others see what we can do, we'll look into it (Molly) V: Okay. Come on Captain Ulysses. *he goes off to his room* * Molly looks at the map again, shaking her head (Molly) There's just too many of them. I really do not think we will find it... (@Morgan) probably not, no * Molly glances up at him (Molly) It would be a bit of a coincidence if we just picked one and gave it a try though... (@Morgan) Well, you know how we are with coincidence * Molly smiles (Molly) How was your work? (@Morgan) peaceful (@Morgan) Sorgi seems to have a good handle on the crew so far * Molly smiles (Molly) I am glad to hear it (@Morgan) and your morning? (Molly) Uhhh *she blushes hard* Well, Varick did some learning for a while, which went well (@Morgan) good * Molly nods, eyes on the map (Molly) I didn't dream anything that could be a different path or a hint about the future though (@Morgan) no? * Molly blushes again (Molly) It was just... completely incident * @Morgan nods (Molly) I used to dream about innocent things, like holding your hand in public, or you kissing me in the rain... * Molly smiles (@Morgan) You wish you did not dream as you do now? * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) The things about the other paths, I am not sure I wish to dream those... * @Morgan nods (Molly) The things that foretell parts of the future are useful... (@Morgan) yes, they are (Molly) But that earlier... *she blushes again* that was indecent enough that I am not sure I would even want to recite it on The Coral * @Morgan looks impressed (@Morgan) I see * Molly blushes more (Molly) I don't think I would wish those dreams of you away... It was just surprising (@Morgan) I think perhaps later I would have you tell me more * Molly blushes, fidgeting a little (Molly) I uhh... I am not sure I would even have the nerve (@Morgan) pity * Molly glances up at him (Molly) Is it? * @Morgan nods * Molly 's fingers automatically go to her lip (Molly) Could you manage to tell me if you dreamt of something very erotic? (@Morgan) I don't know, but I'd try if you wanted to hear it * Molly laughs softly (Molly) That's very clever, my love (@Morgan) is it? (Molly) You know I do not like to let you down (@Morgan) You wouldn't be, blossom * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) I think I need to expand my range of coarse words... (@Morgan) oh really? * Molly nods (Molly) I know very few. I mostly know euphemisms and fairly innocent descriptors... like manhood... (@Morgan) I see * Molly watches him a moment (Molly) And that's the same as ^bite^ ((she pronounces "beet" in montaigne, as gently as if the equivalent was manhood. It isn't. The equivalent would be cock. It's clear she has no clue of that)) (@Morgan) ah... no, not quite * Molly frowns (Molly) I pronounced it wrong? I was quite drunk when I heard it (@Morgan) You pronounced it right, but it doesn't mean manhood * Molly thinks (Molly) It would have been far easier had they been speaking Avalon! * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) of course, but they're montaigne * Molly smiles (Molly) So what does it mean? (@Morgan) ah... you're sure you wish to know? * Molly nods (Molly) Of course, liebling (@Morgan) it means... cock * Molly frowns (Molly) Like a rooster? (@Morgan) said the same, meaning manhood but in a coarser way * Molly nods slowly (Molly) It is quite coarse? (@Morgan) fairly, aye * Molly nods thoughtfully (Molly) Is it too coarse for you? (@Morgan) I mentioned I was in the navy, yes? * @Morgan smiles slightly (Molly) That is different... * Molly smiles back (@Morgan) I know (Molly) You heard it from sailing men... that is not the same as hearing it from a Duchess... *she giggles* (@Morgan) that is very true * Molly tilts her head (Molly) Like a rooster, because both are awake and ready first thing in the morning? *she smirks, obviously intent on making him blush* * @Morgan laughs (@Morgan) possibly (Molly) Sheep dog... goose... rooster... And it's not even bedtime yet! * @Morgan chuckles (Molly) Although, generally the rooster demandingly wakes up others when it awakens in the morning... *she watches him with amusement* (@Morgan) generally, yes (Molly) And u-... **There's a knock at the door. She rolls her eyes* Saved by the bell, liebes herz! * @Morgan nods ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Tuesday, 29 December 2020 19:56:29 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. (Molly) Sorgi's interruption to ask if they want to stop in Castille, which they have neither the time nor inclination to do, starts a stream of interruptions that means they don't get any time alone together before Varick wakes. With Molly's training and Varick starting to learn about what all the sails do, it isn't until they are on deck to watch the sunset after Varick is asleep that they manage to be alone. The anchor has been dropped, the nearby port of San Lorenzo not near enough to reach before full dark. * Molly wraps her cream shawl around herself, the one she commonly wears on deck. She watches the Castillean coastline whilst the pinky light still allows. (@Morgan) , the nearby port of San Lo (Molly) San Lorenzo (where the monastery is) not near enough to reach before full dark. (Molly) It seems like forever ago that we went to Castille * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) It was... a stressful weekend * Molly nods (Molly) Surprisingly, I seemed to avoid much of the danger... * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles (Molly) That is quite unlike how things usually are now * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) sadly (Molly) I attract danger (@Morgan) You seem to (Molly) I wonder if that is the forces acting against us * @Morgan tilts his head (@Morgan) possibly I suppose * Molly frowns a little (Molly) *quietly* if I could have used the talent before, lives could have been saved (@Morgan) We cannot change what has occurred in the past * Molly looks out over the water (Molly) I apologise, that was incredibly tactless of me * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) ironic isn't it * Molly glances at him as she places her hands on the guardrail (Molly) I had not put two and two together until right this moment (@Morgan) in what respect? * Molly frowns deeply (Molly) What did you mean by "ironic"? (@Morgan) That you find it so upsetting when others think in that way, but do it yourself * Molly nods sadly (Molly) Yes, it's not something I like * @Morgan nods * Molly wraps the shawl tighter around herself (Molly) It was certainly a busy weekend. But mostly I was socialising * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles (Molly) Alongside excitedly finally getting to wear my red dress * @Morgan nods * Molly watches the waves (@Morgan) and now you have many dresses (Molly) I do. I am more lucky than I could ever have imagined... (Molly) The Red one was special though. I had never had a dress like that * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles (Molly) And it became even more special once I knew it was from you, not Curtis (@Morgan) I'm glad to hear that (Molly) But not surprised, I think? (@Morgan) Not now, no * Molly smiles (Molly) Did you used to wonder what I saw in him? * @Morgan shrugs * Molly smiles a little (Molly) I used to wonder that with Evie * @Morgan nods * Molly ponders on this a moment (Molly) I think I thought her not gentle enough, not refined enough... * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) you're probably right (Molly) But she had a vulnerableness, beneath it. A need to be protected. And a freshness of spirit that wasn't courtly and jaded. (@Morgan) perhaps... (Molly) You do not think so? (@Morgan) I don't think she had a need to be protected (Molly) Interesting... perhaps I misread her in the times we spent time together? (@Morgan) perhaps she didn't show that side of herself to me (Molly) I... I don't know. But then you knew her far better than I did, really. (@Morgan) No, not really (Molly) You always seemed very close, until it ended (@Morgan) we weren't particularly close. Her spirit lifted mine for a time, but... well, it was not to be * Molly nods a little, biting her lip (Molly) Do you ever wish it had been? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) it has not entered my mind * Molly nods (Molly) She is happy with Ayden. They have a shared culture, and back ground, and life goals... * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles a little (Molly) Your Father would not have approved... (@Morgan) absolutely not (Molly) He would not have tolerated the Veisgrafin carrying a mace around die Dauerhaftigkeit (@Morgan) I might buy one for you, just to tweak his nose * Molly giggles (Molly) Ah but the Duchess Koertig will do as she pleases and no-one can command otherwise! * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that'll wind him up even further (Molly) Do you feel the need to correct me for using my rank against him? (@Morgan) Not particularly, no (Molly) Given what it is costing, there should be some benefits of it I feel * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) indeed (Molly) She was quite sad to not be invited to our wedding (@Morgan) I wasn't ready to share that much of myself with others ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Tuesday, 29 December 2020 21:33:36 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** You are now disconnected