------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Monday, 29 March 2021 22:43:18 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Tuesday, 30 March 2021 18:04:24 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic * Molly watches him read the note about Jarvie being drunk and passed out, and how Edward is taking her home and will send the carriage back. She doesn't read over his shoulder, instead waiting to see if he tells her what the note is. * @Morgan swears * Molly 's eyebrows raise (Molly) Liebes herz? (@Morgan) Jarvies been found passed out drunk, Edwards taken her home * Molly frowns (Molly) Jarvie has told me before she has the Koertig constitution when it comes to alcohol * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) HeinzHarold was telling me something was decidedly off about her * Molly takes a deep breath (Molly) Alright. Either I can try to find a carriage for hire so I can check on her now, or I wait here until your business is concluded and Edward comes back (@Morgan) Edwards sending the carriage back as soon as he can, and suggested we ask Zench and Potts to cover his dances * Molly nods (Molly) Let's hope he isn't going to be scolding her over how frowned upon being passed out through inebriation at one of these sort of events is (@Morgan) I don't think she was here * Molly nods, smiling as she catches Zench's eye (Molly) We'd best let our escorts know their new duties! * @Morgan nods (Molly) **He keeps an eye on the Anhalt Duke as the reassignment of dances happens. He's with Trague and Posen, making it hard to interrupt without bringing himself, and in turn Molly, to Trague's attention. (Molly) Another dance is called, with Molly on Zench's arm and then introduced to even more people. She looks at ease, laughing and courtly, whilst Morgan is beset by all manner of twittering women and tedious men.* (Molly) **Finally, Anhalt moves away from the Eisenfursts, getting a drink. He is moving in the direction that will take Morgan away from his supervision of the dance floor if he follows* * @Morgan glances round, looking for Potts (Molly) **He's talking with a blonde woman and her equally blonde husband not far away, near enough to the dance floor in anticipation of the next dance * @Morgan starts moving to intercept Ascala ** You're now known as Ascania -NickServ- Welcome to Blitzed IRC Network, Ascania! 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. * Ascania is a man with white hair, expensively but not lavishly dressed. It speaks of refinement rather than peacocking. He stops to talk to another manner of similar age but much less taste * Ascania looks vaguely familiar from the siege of Magdeburg, but not strongly * @Morgan waits patiently to interrupt (Ascania) **There's a break. The duke, with his back to Morgan, looks to be about to continue his progression * @Morgan coughs (@Morgan) excuse me your excellency * Ascania turns. He has a very calm looking face with intelligent eyes (Ascania) Good evening (@Morgan) I was wondering if we might find a moment to talk * Ascania looks Morgan over, taking a slightly longer moment on his hands (Ascania) We will get some champagne. **He catches the eye of a waiter. He doesn't just take the two glasses without even acknowledgment, as the others do. Instead he thanks him complimenting him and the staff on their service this evening * Ascania hands Morgan a glass, nodding towards a quieter corner. It will put Morgan out of sight of the dancefloor * @Morgan heads in that direction, looking back towards Molly and her escorts (Ascania) **Molly is dancing with Potts and they're laughing. She may even be blushing, but it's hard to tell from this distance* * Ascania sips his champagne (Ascania) What do you want to talk about, your Excellency? * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) I see my reputation precedes me... I wanted to talk to you about... Kit * Ascania nods. He's not even vaguely ruffled, or surprised (Ascania) Yes? (@Morgan) I understand he is working for you, doing your bidding, as it were (Ascania) It's more the Eisenfurstin's work, but yes. (@Morgan) I'd rather like to know what he's up to * Ascania smiles (Ascania) As would many people. He's told me a great deal about you, and your wife (@Morgan) That surprises me... I wouldn't have though us interesting enough to report back about... certainly not back then. (Ascania) Very interesting indeed. He mentioned that he found you decent, honourable and full of grit. Not afraid to do what was needed, as a "son of eisen". * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) You're not going to tell me, are you? (Ascania) No. I know a great deal about you, but we aren't acquainted, and I wouldn't risk Kit or his mission * @Morgan frowns slightly (@Morgan) A shame, it was the only reason I came here (Ascania) Relaunching yourself into society with a new title and the obvious favour of an Eisenfurst would be a very good reason for a man with your history and reputation to attend **It sounds wise and supportive rather than judgemental* (@Morgan) My reputation? (Ascania) For bucking the expectations, and violence. (@Morgan) I do what I believe to be right, thats all * Ascania smiles (Ascania) I know. I was surprised to see your brother here at your side. (@Morgan) oh? (Ascania) Kit had mentioned some, fraternal conflict **Now his shrewd eyes are focused entirely on Morgan's reaction * * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) he said the wrong thing just after my wife and daughter were murdered and my reaction was not tempered... we've worked recently to settle those issues * Ascania watches him further, his eyes boring into Morgan's now (Ascania) The issues are resolved and there will be no further destabling actions? * @Morgan watches him (@Morgan) You'll forgive my not answering... its unwise for someone in search of answers to give them about himself with nothing to show for it * Ascania doesn't break the eye contact (Ascania) You are planning to negotiate an answer from me on a topic as grave as this? (@Morgan) Not at all, but I see my questions about Kits actions and intentions to be just as important... and, realistically, without knowing your own goals or affiliations, my answers may inform decisions further down the road. Do you see what I'm saying? (Ascania) I see you are as bold and forthright as Kit describes you. Is your wife as charming and sweet as he describes too? (@Morgan) Moreso (Ascania) Kit is working for his Eisenfurstin. Her goals are for the good of her Konigsreich and her country (@Morgan) By imitating a mercenary... (Ascania) Indeed. Your brother can be trusted not to upset the teapot? (@Morgan) That depends entirely on what the teapot is achieving, as it does with me... (Ascania) If the teapot is the future of Sudlachenburg, for example. *he sips his champagne, but his eyes down leave Morgan's* (@Morgan) I'm afraid I don't understand (Ascania) His previous actions will not be repeated now that you have remarried? (@Morgan) which actions? * Ascania looks at him very directly (Ascania) You know which actions. (@Morgan) My brother and I are working together for the better future of home... Sudlachenburg and Eisen in general, and all her people (Ascania) Including your Duchess, one hopes. (@Morgan) _all_ her people. As I said, we've come a very long way (Ascania) I am pleased to hear that. *he sips his champagne again* Kit is in town. I am sure he would like to see you to personally congratulate you and your wife on your marriage (@Morgan) I would very much like to see him... *he smiles slightly* aside from the fact he lied about his identity, I liked him very much. He almost reminds me of myself from before... (Ascania) His lie was a necessity. Kit is a good, funny man. I am very proud to have him as a nephew, and indeed, a friend. (@Morgan) I can't hold it against him, since I was doing similar... I'm concerned about who he associates with, mind * Ascania smiles slightly (Ascania) I am told there is no love lost between you and Colonel Dau (@Morgan) I think that understates it somewhat, especially since his recent actions * Ascania nods (Ascania) If it sets you at rest, Kit cannot stand the man either (@Morgan) he's very good at hiding it... and, somehow, it does make me less uneasy (Ascania) Kit is good at what he does (@Morgan) why was he in a Vaticine stronghold during the war? (Ascania) Precisely the same reason as he is now impersonating a mercenary. Working. (@Morgan) Dangerous, considering I was sent there and, frankly, was much better at blending in * Ascania nods (Ascania) Yes, we realised that afterwards. We did not know you would be there, and Insel seemed like an inconsequential enough place to let Kit put his learning to the test. (@Morgan) bad timing (@Morgan) since Kit is here... is Dau with him? (Ascania) No, he's in Avalon (@Morgan) I'll catch up with him eventually * Ascania nods (Ascania) If you're quick about it. * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) as long as someone does (Ascania) They will. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) good (@Morgan) I hope we're working towards similar enough goals so as not to work against eachother * Ascania smiles (Ascania) I have little doubt of that. If you'll excuse me, the dance after next will be a waltz, and I always dance the waltzes with my wife (@Morgan) You and I are on the same page there too. Its been... an experience meeting you, your excellency (Ascania) And you, Morgan. I am glad to put a face to the name, after all these years. * @Morgan inclines his head * Ascania bows a little, finishing his champagne. He puts the glass on a waiter's tray, again making a point of making eye contact and thanking him * Ascania heads off towards his wife and Posen * @Morgan heads back to find Molly * Ascania is stood at the edge of the dancefloor with both Zench and Potts who both look like they're trying very hard to maintain their composure and not laugh. She looks confused ** 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. (@Morgan) whats occuring? (Molly) Well what do they call it, when he shoots his shot into the air and not into the recipient?! * @Morgan frowns slightly (Molly) **Zench and Potts look at Morgan, two fairly wild young men trying to not make the wrong move when faced with such an innuendo* * Molly looks at him (Molly) That is called "Loosening his shot", isn't it? (@Morgan) what, exactly, are we talking about? (Molly) In a duel, when one fires into the air rather than at the other. We would call that ¥deloping¥, but here it is called ¥loosening¥? ((The two words in Eisen are nearly identical)) (Molly) **Both Potts and Zench seem to be struggling with their composure. It's not like they're making fun of her, it's more like the pressure of not rising to the innuendo is very hard fought for them* * @Morgan looks at them both (@Morgan) you're doing very well, gentlemen (Molly) **This looks like it might break them, with Potts sipping his champagne, and Zench coughing * Molly looks at all three men, both confused and amused (Molly) I don't understand? (@Morgan) Probably for the best blossom * Molly smiles, tilting her head (Molly) You usually say that if it is something rude, liebling * @Morgan nods * Molly puzzles a moment (Molly) Oh... Oh! *She giggles* You wouldn't want to do _that_ during a duel... although the "ten paces" might help! (Molly) **This absolutely does for Potts and Zench, and both men burst out laughing** * Molly gives Morgan a brief, amused grimace, speaking very quietly "Sorry, liebling" * @Morgan raises an eyebrow, staring at the two men (Molly) **They manage to get control* Z: Your wife knows more about duelling than most noblewomen, your Excellency * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles "I read romance novels, on occassion" (Molly) **The waltz is called* * @Morgan looks at the men (@Morgan) while we're dancing, would one of you go and see if the coach has returned? (Molly) **Zench nods** I'll go * Molly smiles at Morgan as they move on to the floor (Molly) This is to be the last dance of the evening then? (@Morgan) I'm afraid so blossom, assuming the coach has arrived * Molly moves into his arms as the music starts (Molly) Are you really afraid so, or glad to be going, my love? (@Morgan) a bit of both, I suppose (Molly) You would want to stay in this fancy ballroom with all the fancy people, or just that you like to have me in your arms in a public place? (@Morgan) the latter * Molly moves fluidly with him leading, all his dance tutoring as an adolescent paying off (Molly) We can dance anywhere you wish, liebes herz. Palaces, taverns, decks of ships. Wherever you want. * Molly is then quiet, just taking everything in, smiling warmly as he turns her around, the dance coming easily. He catches a few glances of people watching them dance so smoothly together (Molly) Thank you, liebling * @Morgan looks confused (@Morgan) whatever for? (Molly) For dancing with me. For seeming so proud to have me in your arms and as your wife. * Molly smiles softly, watching him (@Morgan) seeming? (Molly) I didn't want to put words into your mouth * Molly gently a d su rly * Molly gently and subtly strokes his shoulder with her fingertips (@Morgan) You wouldn't have been in this case (Molly) Thank you. I am immensely proud of you also * @Morgan inclines his head (@Morgan) for not hitting anyone? * Molly laughs softly (Molly) No... For coming back to all this... For _facing_ all these people (Molly) **Zench gives him a little nod** (@Morgan) It had to be done (Molly) You would say the same if it were me * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles up at him, the waltz coming to an end. She curtsies to him * @Morgan bows (@Morgan) the carriage is here (Molly) **she nods. Zench and Potts have more champagne in hand when they get to them* Z; The carriage and your body guards are ready, your Excellencies (Molly) _ * Molly smiles at them both "Thank you for the dances, my lords". They assure her it was their pleasure and bow to her then Morgan (Molly) P: good night, your Excellency (@Morgan) Lord Pottersdam, Lord Zench... thank you for your assistance this evening (Molly) **They tell him it's no problem * Molly looks around the palace as they head through the crowds, into the hall and then down the steps into the chilly September air * Molly giggles quietly (Molly) Why is it alcohol goes straight to my head once I am outdoors? (@Morgan) its the cool air (Molly) **the carriage is in the same spot they left it, Claudia and HH sat up top** did you drink at all? * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) I was given a couple of glasses of champagne * Molly smiles (Molly) That is not the same thing (Molly) **They arrive at the coach, and the coachman opens the door * Molly takes a last glance at the illuminated palace (Molly) And that was that, liebes herz (@Morgan) for now * Molly nods climbing in and settling facing forward (Molly) Aye (Molly) ((Does he get in or check on Claudia)) * @Morgan looks up at Claudia (@Morgan) alright? (Molly) *She gives him a brief nod * (@Morgan) ::talk later:: (Molly) ::fine:: * @Morgan climbs into the carriage (Molly) **The door is shut and they get under way. Inside the fancy carriage is very dark, the heavy curtains on the windows keeping out the draughts. * Molly takes a deep breath (Molly) We have much to discuss, I suspect… (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) *He can hear an intensity in her tone* However, first… I want… I _need_… * @Morgan waits * Molly doesn't answer, she just shifts on the seat, pressing her body to him whilst crushing her lips against his passionately * @Morgan returns her kiss * Molly brings one hand to his shoulder, the other to just below his ear, and strokes the seam of his lips with the heat of her pointed tongue * @Morgan runs his tongue along her bottom lip * Molly parts her lips in a passionate welcome, squeezing his shoulder firmly * @Morgan kisses her deeply * Molly kisses him unrestrainedly for half a minute before she eases away just enough to talk (Molly) Those women… *the jealousy in her expression can't be seen, but it's in her tone* (@Morgan) Forgotten as soon as they moved away (Molly) I know. But still. *her voice lowers a little, becoming slightly rougher* _You_are_mine_. **This is what he said to her in his dream where they'd been at a ball and his jealousy had led him to taking her outside and then violently _taking_ her up against a wall, a dream that almost led to him achieving release spontaneously * @Morgan nods * Molly briefly kisses him again before settling against him (Molly) Would you tell me about the Duke of Anhalt, and distract me from all the things I would love to do to you here and now that we absolutely must not do? * @Morgan sighs * Molly finds his hand in the darkness and squeezes it gently (@Morgan) Sounds like he's had quite the extensive reports from Kit (Molly) How extensive? (@Morgan) _very_ (Molly) F-... damn. (@Morgan) and doesn't seem to make any issue of any of it (Molly) That's... odd (@Morgan) it seems he and the Eisenfurstin are... set on Eisens future (Molly) Which is? * @Morgan shrugs slightly (@Morgan) I couldn't get that out of him * Molly sighs (Molly) Do you think he and Kit are a risk to us or ou-... Your lands? (@Morgan) our... no, I don't think so * Molly squeezes his hand again (Molly) So it is settled now? * @Morgan shrugs (Molly) For tonight, at the very least? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I suppose so (Molly) Good. Then we only have Jarvie and Hannalore to worry over? * Molly relaxes a little against him, yawning quietly * @Morgan nods slightly (Molly) At least we shall be sleeping in a bed that does not move * @Morgan nods * Molly goes quiet, settling against him even more (Molly) ((Interrupts the quiet or stays quiet?)) (@Morgan) ((stays quiet)) * Molly has fallen asleep by the time they arrive back on Dresden Strasse ** You are now disconnected