------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Thursday, 6 May 2021 20:22:13 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** timtam.uk.eu.blitzed.org sets mode(s) +nt ** ChanServ sets mode(s) -o Molly ** Morgan has joined #7thseaic ** ChanServ sets mode(s) +o Morgan * @Morgan heads out to see her ** You're now known as Claudia -NickServ- Welcome to Blitzed IRC Network, Claudia! 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. * Claudia is busily checking over the various knots, climbing with ease * @Morgan watches her for a moment before clambering up the rigging * Claudia tips her head at him before retying a knot. She's got a couple of bruises now * @Morgan settles into the rigging, looking relaxed (Claudia) Evening * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye, it is (Claudia) You alright? *she keeps working* (@Morgan) Aye, more or less... you? * Claudia shrugs (Claudia) Better yhsn this morning (Claudia) Than* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Sorgi is worried about you (Claudia) I'm alright (@Morgan) You have not spoken to him about it? (Claudia) Been sleeping mostly. What happened to Molly's face? (@Morgan) Something went awry during that duel... she got grazed * Claudia shakes her head (Claudia) Its been what four weeks since she last had a near miss? * @Morgan nods * Claudia yanks on a rope (Claudia) Could you not have picked someone a bit less danger-prone?! * @Morgan scowls (@Morgan) I wish it were as simple as that * Claudia looks at him (Claudia) Love and all that bullshit (@Morgan) I actually meant her being danger prone (Claudia) Why isn't that simple? She's either very lucky or very unlucky, depending on how you look at it * @Morgan watches her quietly for a moment * Claudia just stares at him with her usual no-nonsense expression (@Morgan) Its like there's some conspiracy to take her from me * Claudia frowns (Claudia) Paranoid much? (@Morgan) Only if I'm wrong (Claudia) Look, I get that you're world it'll happen again, but it's just coincidence (Claudia) Worried* (@Morgan) How many times before you start thinking I'm right? (Claudia) Theres no person behind all these things * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) If you say so (Claudia) Who then? This sounds crazy * @Morgan shrugs (Claudia) Maybe you need a break (@Morgan) Just remind me in... three coincidences time that I'm paranoid * Claudia watches him (Claudia) You really are that worried? (@Morgan) Doesn't matter (Claudia) Why not? (@Morgan) Because I'd rather you not look at me like I'm crazy, or worse * Claudia shtugs (Claudia) I just don't see how or why its anything but coincidence (@Morgan) and if I explain it, you'll think I'm crazy or that I've suddenly started throwing fireballs * Claudia laughs (Claudia) You'd be far too dangerous then (@Morgan) I'm dangerous enough as it is (Claudia) Definitely (Claudia) What are you going to do about your molly problem? (@Morgan) protect her as best I can (Claudia) You don't think these things will stop? * @Morgan shakes his head slowly (Claudia) What are you going to do if you can't? * @Morgan sighs (@Morgan) I don't know (Claudia) Wouldn't be easy to start over again (@Morgan) .me nods slightly (Claudia) You'll stay though? * Claudia looks fairly nonchalant about it (@Morgan) If I go, I won't go without telling you. I won't leave you wondering like that again (Claudia) If you go, I go. (@Morgan) I won't take you from your life here (Claudia) What life here? (@Morgan) The going round hitting people, for money or for fun (Claudia) We could go and do that wherever (@Morgan) true (Claudia) Couldn't take Heinzharold though (@Morgan) No (Claudia) That's the problem with you men, you fall in love and all your sense goes out the window (@Morgan) I'm sensi... no, I can't claim that at all (Claudia) Nope. And he's even worse (Claudia) You get chance to deal with some of that reserve stuff while we were on land? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) a little (Claudia) That's good, well done (Claudia) You taking your watch in the morning? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) That is the plan * Claudia nods, moving over to another rope (Claudia) Still going to the wedding, even though you've already done one this week? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Its important * Claudia nods (Claudia) Right, I need to go up much higher. I'll see you on your watch tomorrow (@Morgan) Roger that, madame at arms * Claudia grunts with disapproval, climbing up * @Morgan chuckles to himself, deftly dropping back down to the deck (Claudia) **everything is quiet and it's gotten dark and much colder * @Morgan heads down to his cabin ** You're now known as Molly -NickServ- This nickname is registered. Please choose a different nickname, or identify via /msg NickServ identify . -NickServ- Invalid password for Molly. -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. -NickServ- 1 failed login since last login. -NickServ- Last failed attempt from: Molly!~androirc@30.8.10.734.dyn.plus.net on May 06 21:28:18 2021. * Molly is sewing, sat on the couch that faces into the room. There's blinkers on the desk (Molly) Blokners * * @Morgan comes to the desk, picking up a glass * Molly looks up from her stitching briefly (Molly) Everything is well? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye, well enough * Molly nods a little, siting the needle (Molly) Good (@Morgan) you? * Molly shrugs (Molly) Aye. My father wrote to me (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) Walder held it up to the mirror. He can write to me in Avalonian that way, so walder and jacques don't need to know * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) what did he have to say? (Molly) Quite a few things * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) is there a problem? * Molly shrugs slightly again (Molly) Everyone there is well, though your Father is still annoyed with Edward about Potts turning up unannounced (@Morgan) He's going to incensed when he hears about Jarvie * Molly nods (Molly) Completely (Molly) My Father wanted to thank me again for dealing with his affairs and my brothers, and reminded me to give his love to his grandchildren * Molly glances up at his expression * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Hold on... (Molly) Dreiser died from a blood infection (Molly) Yes? (@Morgan) Which one of your brothers has children? * @Morgan sips his drink, shrugging slightly (Molly) Serves him right (@Morgan) Should've kept his wound cleaner I suppose * Molly shrugs (Molly) It happens (Molly) Walder says Hildegarde and Heinrich are happily making preparations for their wedding *she watches him with more focus now* * @Morgan nods * Molly sets aside the sewing, squaring her shoulders slightly (Molly) Will you sit with me? * @Morgan narrows his eyes * Molly watches him (@Morgan) So you can tell me something unpleasant... * Molly grimaces slughtly (Molly) How do you do that? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) a lot of combat * Molly waits for him to sit * @Morgan sighs, sitting down (Molly) My mother has been... well, my mother. Meddling. * @Morgan raises an eyebrow (Molly) She is very friendly with your Mother, and also with Sasha * Molly watches him intently now * @Morgan sighs (@Morgan) what has she done? (Molly) Come up with an idea and raised it around your Father in such a way that he thinks it was all his idea (@Morgan) spit it out Molly * Molly frowns a little (Molly) There is going to be a remembrance service on Monday in the chapel in Sudlachenburg (@Morgan) Why? (Molly) I would imagine that depends on who you ask * @Morgan frowns (Molly) Your Father would probably say because it's the right thing to do. My Mother would likely say to heal old rifts and allow her friend to have her daughter and granddaughter properly respected for their position in the community * @Morgan sighs (@Morgan) politics (Molly) I'm not so sure (@Morgan) no? * Molly stands going to get her own drink from the desk (Molly) I'd imagine its deeper than just politics (@Morgan) howso? (Molly) Because my Mother is likely to care more about Sasha and Verity than she is about the politics * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) true * Molly comes to sit back beside him (Molly) Do you hate it? (@Morgan) I'm not keen on meddling (Molly) That isn't what I meant liebes herz * Molly takes a large mouthful of her drink (@Morgan) then what? (Molly) The service (@Morgan) No... (Molly) But...? (@Morgan) It should have happened before now * Molly nods slowly (Molly) Yes, it should * Molly drinks again (Molly) It should not have taken the Avalonian wife of the estates manager to give them the respect they should have been given from the beginning. (@Morgan) No, it shouldn't (Molly) But it has. And this is the situation now. However, if we had known sooner, we could have changed our travel plans (@Morgan) I don't need to * Molly nods (Molly) My Father had asked for any requests to be relayed to him, but Jacques was clearly tired, and I did not want to suddenly spring this upon you telepathically * @Morgan nods * Molly looks a little tenser (Molly) I have given some, but I think we will still be able to make contact on Saturday and there will be time for them to be modified if you wish it before Monday (@Morgan) And they are? * Molly inhales slowly (Molly) For candles to be lit on your behalf in the chapel, for them to have her favourite hymn, and for Lily Of The Valleys to be put on their graves * @Morgan nods (Molly) I'm certain my Father will arrange it if there is something you'd prefer, or something with more personal meaning... * Molly sips her drink (@Morgan) No, that'll be fine (Molly) Okay, good. * Molly puts the sewing into her very old sewing box (Molly) That's all of the thing I had to tell you * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) alright (Molly) I'm going to need to retire soon I'm afraid * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) very well blossom (Molly) I'll do my best not to disturb you * Molly finishes her drink (@Morgan) disturb me? (Molly) Once the discomfort starts and I wake up. It's usually around two oclock (@Morgan) Disturb me, I would rather be awake to offer comfort * Molly smikes gently (Molly) Its nothing I'll need comfort for, my love. I've been through it many many times (@Morgan) Regardless... (Molly) I'm not going to wake you every month for the next twenty five years *she laughs quietly* * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I'd rather you wake me if only to hold you (Molly) You do know you can hold me whether I am awake or not, don't you? You don't need to wait for me to ask *she smiles* (@Morgan) I know... but I feel it would be of more help (Molly) If that is what you wish * Molly glances at him, watching him closely * @Morgan nods (Molly) You're concerned about it, because of what happened with the cast? (@Morgan) Not particularly, no * Molly nods (Molly) Good (Molly) It's still quite early, you needn't join me if you aren't ready to go to bed yet (@Morgan) No, I'll join you * Molly smiles, holding out her hand to him * @Morgan takes it * Molly stands, gently pulling at him with a smile (Molly) Come along then, my love * @Morgan nods, standing up * Molly puts down her glass, picking up the candle (Molly) Did you see Claudia? * @Morgan nods (Molly) How is she? (@Morgan) She's ok * Molly leads him through to the bedroom (Molly) I'm glad to hear it * @Morgan nods * Molly sets down the candle, then gently squeezes his hand before letting go (Molly) And you, liebling... are _you_ okay? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye (Molly) You are sure? *she watches him* (@Morgan) I think so, aye * Molly nods (Molly) I only wish to aid you however I can (@Morgan) I know blossom * Molly nods. She quickly takes off her outer clothes before spending a few minutes pinning a white cloth on the inside of her shift. It's not an unfamiliar process to a man who has been married twice. She gets settled into bed (Molly) I uhh... shouldn't imagine it's on your mind now tonight, but if there's anything specific I can do...? * @Morgan shakes his head (@Morgan) Not really blossom * Molly nods, blushing (Molly) Alright * Molly helps him with his usual nightmare prep once he's undressed, and then lays quietly on her side of the bed (Molly) What would you have me sing tonight? (@Morgan) If you don't mind blossom (Molly) Anything you would like to hear? * @Morgan shakes his head * Molly stays where she is, waiting for him to get comfortable * @Morgan settles down (Molly) Goodnight, my darling (@Morgan) Goodnight my love * Molly sings "Following the drum". This process of her singing him to sleep is so common now that he's asleep in less than a minute ** Morgan has quit (Quit: Leaving) ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Friday, 7 May 2021 12:30:55 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** cantillon.be.eu.blitzed.org sets mode(s) +nt ** ChanServ sets mode(s) -o Molly ** Morgan has joined #7thseaic ** ChanServ sets mode(s) +o Morgan (Molly) **To start with, he realises three things. He is only dreaming, he is in Molly's dream and he is in a great deal of pain radiating out from his thigh. It feels like a musket shot. (Molly) Above him is thick pale canvas, sunlight on the other side of it. He is lying on a makeshift table bed. All he can smell is blood, spent gun powder and the stink of sweaty, pained men. The noise of injured groaning and shouted commands outside marks it as a field hospital mid-battle. (Molly) ((Done)) * @Morgan looks around (Molly) **it doesn't seem familiar as a specific memory of his* "Shh…" *the voice is feminine, familiar, speaking Eisen with a mix of a Posen accent and an Avalon one. Molly appears in his vision. Her hair is tightly restrained, there's blood on her face and the uniform given to objectionist medics.* (Molly) Welcome back to the land of the living! * @Morgan nods slightly (Molly) You'll be a bit disorientated, that's alright. You'll be as sensible as usual in a little while (@Morgan) Sensible... here (Molly) *He'd be shocked if she's even sixteen yet. The circles beneath her eyes are dark, and she has that false cheerfulness of a healer who is suffering on the inside. The pain is strong* don't try and stand though, you've a better chance of keeping the leg if you lie back and let me get the ball out. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) whatever you need of me * Molly smiles (Molly) Compliance is a valuable trait in a patient. I'm going to have to ruin your trousers (@Morgan) I rather think the musketball did that * Molly laughs, getting a sharp knife. Her accent is definitely far north of Sudlachenburg (Molly) Now I'll be finishing the job (@Morgan) Such is life * Molly slices his trousers off just as she did with Potts, and puts a small blanket over his crotch (Molly) Lets protect your modesty, eh? * @Morgan nods (Molly) *she's wearing a gold wedding ring, with another, thicker one on necklace, which he gets a good view of as well as her cleavage as she leans down to scrutinise the wound* (@Morgan) This is going to hurt a lot isn't it? (Molly) That depends. Have you ever been healed by magic? (@Morgan) Not this week * Molly touches his skin with the detachment of a physician as she tourniquets his leg. Somewhere outside the tent there's the sound of a large explosion which she doesn't even blink at (Molly) Are you opposed to it? (@Morgan) Would it matter? (Molly) To me, yes. *she tightens it* I won't use magic unless you want it * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) do what you must * Molly puts her hand gently on his thigh. The pain stops completely (Molly) Ball still needs to come out, but you won't feel it (@Morgan) I find that to be a tolerable situation (Molly) Do you have a girl out there in the camp you need to get word to? Wife, mistress, lover? *she goes through a box of tools* (@Morgan) No, unless you're offering? * Molly laughs, getting some narrow forceps (Molly) I shouldn't imagine my husband would like that much! Lie still please (@Morgan) as you wish * Molly bends again to stick the forceps in. It feels of nothing except mild pressure. Again he can see both her breasts and a thick wedding band on a thong. She frowns slightly (Molly) Theres a chance you'll be getting sent home to recuperate from this (@Morgan) I'd rather not (Molly) Committed to the fight, eh? *she twists the metal tool within the damaged flesh painlessly (@Morgan) I think its an abomination, but things seem to be looking up * Molly pulls out the ball and drops it in a dish. He feels the tingle of magic on his neck and thigh (Molly) If the '64 ceasefire had held, none of us would be here (Molly) **Judging by the fact she looks 15 or 16, he can guess its 1665 or 1666 here * * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Its gone to just sheer stupidity at this point * Molly nods (Molly) Somedays it seems like it'll never end. Others it seems like it will, but badly (@Morgan) I don't think there's any way for it to end well * Molly shrugs (Molly) I just want to get through it and get back to normal life * Molly threads up a needle * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Sounds fair enough * Molly pulls up a stool, preparing to stitch the wound (Molly) You don't have an accent, where are you from? (@Morgan) Sudlachenburg, but I get around * Molly thinks about this as she places the first stitch (Molly) I dont think I've heard of it. You have family waiting there? * @Morgan nods (Molly) Wife, children? (@Morgan) Parents * Molly nods (Molly) That's nice then. Mine are in Avalon (@Morgan) oh? * Molly does another tidy stitch. A shout from outside distracts her, and it's clear she's waiting for something. But she turns her attention back to her work (Molly) I was born there (@Morgan) What're you waiting for? (Molly) My husband (@Morgan) who? (Molly) I doubt you'd know hom, he's not high ranking. Just... well, its not easy waiting here to know that he's alright, you know? * @Morgan nods * Molly puts in a couple more stitches (@Morgan) I'm... familiar with Avalon (Molly) You are? My Father is from Balig, my Mother is from Durham (@Morgan) My mothers family hail from Catterick * Molly ties off the thread and snips it with scissors (Molly) I know it, I went there on honeymoon last summer. We got a tour of the manor house and met the landowner... *she lays down the scissors* Hockridge, I think his name is * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) He's not actually the landowner, his sister is, but she's... away from Catterick, permanently (Molly) Unusual for a woman to inherit first * @Morgan nods * Molly takes a deep breath, squaring her shoulders (Molly) Okay, you're all patched up. I'll find you some new trousers (@Morgan) much appreciated (Molly) *she smiles, but her eyes hold sadness and fear* He'll be back. He always comes back. (@Morgan) Who is he? * Molly puts the stool to one side, then roots around in a chest for some trousers (Molly) My husband (@Morgan) Yes, I meant his name... * Molly gives him the trousers just as her name is yelled urgently from outside. She gives him a brief glance as she makes her way towards the opening (Molly) Once you're dressed you can go, we'll likely need the bed. Good luck. * @Morgan nods, trying to get dressed (Molly) **he gets tangled in the legs, which makes sense because when he awakes he's managed to tangle the sheets in the same way * Molly is still asleep, near but not touching him * @Morgan mutters, sorting the sheets out * Molly stirs at this (Molly) Sorry, did I take all the sheets? (@Morgan) No, I think I tangled them while dreaming (Molly) Nightmares? (@Morgan) No, yours (Molly) Hmm... I dont really remember what I was dreaming. I was in a medic tent on a battlefield, I think * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) fixing my leg (Molly) Doesn't sound too bad * Molly yawns "it's still early, I think" * @Morgan thinks about it (Molly) **its only just midnight* * @Morgan nods far too early to get up * Molly curls up to him (Molly) You wish to already? (@Morgan) No... best not * Molly nods slightly (Molly) What's the matter, liebling? (@Morgan) I'm expecting nightmares now (Molly) Why my love? (@Morgan) Thats generally how it goes (Molly) I am here, my darling. I wish I could do more to help you, but please do wake me if you need me * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) alright blossom * Molly rests her cheek on his chest, singing Kosk Yn Ta to him * @Morgan tries to settle back to sleep (Molly) **The young Morgan Adalbrecht Koertig is lost and walking through the forest of his forefathers. It is dusk. He tries to navigate but the dark red of the sunset through the trees is oddly distracting. He chooses a direction, and moves in it. (Molly) Noticing it is getting dark, he makes a torch from the blackened wood on the ground, wishing he had something else, even an arrow would do. Then he trips, twisting his ankle, and his hands on it are cold. Limping to a clearing, he makes a fire before using his slingshot to kill a rabbit. (Molly) With that eaten, he notices the unnerving silence of the forest. Debating on whether to extinguish the fire, he decides it will shield him from its vision, and slips into some underbrush at the base of a tree. There's a scraping noise of sticks over rocky ground. Inside, there are two light blue ribbons. (Molly) He blinks slowly. Ribbons. Molly. "Vera farinn, martröð!" he finds himself shouting. The noise stops. The schattenmann is gone. He pulls himself out from under the tree, ankle still hurting. He starts to recall his last dream, how she'd kissed his cheek and healed his ankle. (Molly) But where _is_ that stranger, who may or may not be a sorceress, the puzzling redheaded girl whose stocking ribbons he touched? He calls out her name to the black-barked trees, seeking her out. He feels like he is a magnet, pulling at another magnet (Molly) "Yes?" Her voice comes from behind him. * @Morgan turns * Molly is sat on a tree stump. Unlike when he first met her and she was wearing a white and green commoners dress, now she is wearing a long black lace and satin negligee. He had seen something similar that one of the lieutenants on his last ship had been sent by his mistress. He still doesn't realise he is dreaming, nor that he is 26 not almost 17. (@Morgan) Thats a bit... revealing... (Molly) *The slits run almost to her hips, baring her pale thighs and calves. She's barefoot. Her hair is fetchingly messy as if hands had recently been within the strands. She's flushed, pupils wide. She looks around the clearing, then at him, getting her bearings* (Molly) Hmm? (@Morgan) your... attire, its not quite what you'd normally wear running through the forest * Molly smiles a little, watching his expression "I'm sorry, my Lord, I wasn't expecting to be here" (@Morgan) That makes somewhat less sense than you might think it does * Molly looks around again, nodding slightly (Molly) Where is the Schattenmann? (@Morgan) Gone... I banished it * Molly smiles warmly (Molly) Very good (Molly) And your ankle? * @Morgan rolls his ankle to test it (Molly) **it hurts* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) painful (Molly) Just will it better (@Morgan) just like that... * Molly nods (Molly) Like magic * Molly smiles (Molly) Alternatively, I can fix it for uoy (Molly) You * * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) that'd make more sense * Molly closes her eyes a moment. His ankle feels fine (Molly) How is that? (@Morgan) Much better * Molly nods, standing up (Molly) It's a little dark here (@Morgan) Thats because its getting dark * Molly looks at several trees, and suddenly suspended from their branches are lanterns with coloured glass, making the schwarzenwald prettier. She glances over her shoulder at him (Molly) It was * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) so you're definitely a sorceress * Molly tilts her head (Molly) Not quite. But I suppose if it helps you to think of it that way, then yes. But a good one, not an evil one * @Morgan looks sceptical (Molly) Now, we aren't going to have any burning at the stake nonsense, I hope *she smiles playfully* (@Morgan) Haven't got a stake handy * Molly frowns, watching him (Molly) I should hope that isn't the only reason (@Morgan) No, I'm not that sort (Molly) No, I didn't think so. Is my outfit a problem for you, my lord? * @Morgan smiles slightly (@Morgan) I'm getting used to it (Molly) You've never seen a woman dressed this way before? *she smiles back* * @Morgan shakes his head (@Morgan) No * Molly nods, smiling (Molly) Its not even the most revealing thing I might have appeared in (@Morgan) no? * Molly glances at him with mischief. Her outfit is suddenly only knee-length and sleeveless * @Morgan averts his eyes * Molly giggles (Molly) Oh dear, my lord * @Morgan blushes * Molly studies him a moment (Molly) Do you want to get out of the forest? (@Morgan) I do, rather, and since my ankle is no longer hurting, we can do just that (Molly) Close your eyes (@Morgan) And twist my ankle again?! (Molly) Close your eyes and stand still a moment *she smiles with amusement* * @Morgan frowns, but does so (Molly) **Suddenly, he can feel the warm sun on his face and see it behind his eyelids * @Morgan opens one eye (Molly) **They are stood on the lawn at the front of Die Dauerhaftigkeit, facing the Sudlache (Molly) Better, my lord? (@Morgan) I'm not entirely sure (Molly) It is out of the forest, and not dark * Molly is still wearing the very revealing negligee (@Morgan) My father will go berserk if he sees you out here dressed like that * Molly smiles (Molly) Its almost worthwhile... either I can change, or I can find somewhere else... * Molly watches him with amusement * @Morgan opens and shuts his mouth a few times before shrugging * Molly raises an eyebrow, intrigued (Molly) Close your eyes again then * @Morgan does (Molly) **It becomes much less bright* (Molly) **When he opens them, they're in his rooms just as they were when he was 17 and had been away, very tidy and unlived in, but lots of his drawings neatly on the walls. She's looking around, outfit unchanged. (Molly) Intriguing. I expected something more... chaotic * @Morgan looks offended (@Morgan) why? (Molly) I have two brothers (@Morgan) And they're... slobs? * Molly starts looking at the drawings (Molly) Just untidy. I thought perhaps it was just a phase * @Morgan shrugs (Molly) You draw well * @Morgan shrugs * Molly looks over at him with a smile (Molly) Perhaps one day you'll draw me? (@Morgan) Safe to say * Molly smiles (Molly) Perhaps more dressed though, my lord? * @Morgan grins (@Morgan) maybe * Molly smiles at him (Molly) You're very appealing when you do that (@Morgan) what? (Molly) Smile like that, be less reserved like that *she shrugs playfully* imply that you'd consider drawing me barely dressed * @Morgan blushes * Molly giggles (Molly) You are content here a while? * @Morgan nosd (Molly) I shouldn't imagine you've brought many girls to your rooms * @Morgan clears his throat, blushing * Molly looks around (Molly) Shall I improve the view? (@Morgan) if you wish * Molly concentrates on the wall, which becomes entirely glass, floor to ceiling the view of the sudlache even more stunning from three stories up (Molly) You meant the landscape, I assume? *she bites her lip, grinning* * @Morgan laughs (@Morgan) naturally (Molly) One can never be sure where Veisgrafs are concerned *she clearly teases him* (@Morgan) I think the word is mercurial * Molly looks to the window wall (Molly) That is apt. What do you think? (@Morgan) Its rather gorgeous isn't it (Molly) *She smiles, looking him head to toe* Yes it is * Molly goes to stand near the window, almost silhouetted by the brightness if outside (Molly) You could change it. Put the wall back, or a different view, anything you can imagine... (@Morgan) i don't see how * Molly watches him a moment (Molly) Just try it (Molly) Think of what you want, and will it * @Morgan frowns, thinking about the wall being back as it should be (Molly) **it immediately reforms * Molly smiles, nodding (Molly) That's it, just like that (@Morgan) so now I'm a sorceress too * Molly smiles (Molly) I'm not sure the outfit would suit you (@Morgan) No, probably not * Molly concentrates and suddenly a very ornate but comfortable red chaise longue appears (Molly) Yoy dont mind if I get comfortable? There are other things for you to learn (@Morgan) of course * Molly reclines on it (Molly) You'll want to practice that a time or two, get used to it * @Morgan nods, doing so (Molly) **The window wall comes and goes as he concentrates* (@Morgan) alright... * Molly watches him (Molly) And it's anything. What you're wearing, where you are. (@Morgan) why? (Molly) Why what? (@Morgan) Why can I do it? (Molly) Because it's just a dream * @Morgan laughs (@Morgan) no, really... * Molly smiles (Molly) Really. * @Morgan looks to be mulling this over (Molly) What else makes any sense? We've travelled miles in an instant, made a wall disappear. (@Morgan) I was going with magic * Molly shrugs (Molly) If that is easier to comprehend. But there are no consequences here that there would be in the waking world * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) I see (Molly) ** There's a knock at the door. Adalbrecht raises his voice a little* "Morgan?" * Molly smiles, shaking her head "well now..." (@Morgan) Yes father? (Molly) Ad: I wanted to come in and talk to you * Molly smiles, watching him * @Morgan speaks quietly (@Morgan) you'd best hide (Molly) You're making yourself a nightmare, aren't you? (Molly) You can change this, however you wish to, you just need to will it (@Morgan) but wishing my father away would be... wrong (Molly) He's only in your dream * Molly giggles "would you prefer me to go and hide in your bedroom instead?" * @Morgan looks flustered * Molly smiles, making the wall normal and standing from the chaise that disappears (Molly) Maybe I'll do that... (Molly) Ad: Morgan? (@Morgan) Coming... * Molly saunters off into his room, giggling * @Morgan goes to the door (Molly) Ad: *he looks at Morgan* I wanted to talk about Edward. In private. * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) where? (Molly) Ad: Here, as I am already here * @Morgan nods, opening the door * Molly is giggling, but Adalbrecht seems unable to hear her at all (Molly) Ad: *he makes himself at home* Did you bring Roses in? I can smell roses (@Morgan) What about Edward? (Molly) Ad: I want you to spend the next few days with him. He's missed you whilst you've been away and he's been at school (@Morgan) doubt it (Molly) Ad: he went admit it but he has (Molly) Wont * (@Morgan) He wont admit it because he hasn't (Molly) Ad: Are you questioning my truthfulness? *he looks firmly at Morgan* (@Morgan) No sir (Molly) Ad: Good. You will spend time with him. No more going off into the woods. * @Morgan opens his mouth before closing it again (Molly) **Adalbrecht nods as if this is settled, and takes himself off, leaving Morgan to shut the door * @Morgan does so (Molly) **When he turns round, the black negligee is laid in the middle of the floor, though he hasn't heard the bedroom door open or close * @Morgan frowns, looking around the room * Molly isn't there, though he hears her giggling * @Morgan goes to look in the bedroom (Molly) **the moment he opens the door, she says* Ohh, you're brave! * @Morgan looks confused (Molly) I could be completely naked, couldn't I? (@Morgan) That'd make you brave, its my bedroom (Molly) I'm not afraid of you (@Morgan) oh? * Molly is actually wearing a very expensive ball gown complete with diamond tiara and jewellery, looking as glamorous as she would for a court ball. She curtsies deeply to him (Molly) Theres nothing you could do that would harm me (@Morgan) I wouldn't try (Molly) Of course not. You're a gentleman. Is this outfit more to your liking, my lord? (@Morgan) its very nice * Molly raises an eyebrow (Molly) A clever dodge (@Morgan) Just the truth (Molly) So you prefer this? * Molly sits boldly on the edge of his bed, watching him (@Morgan) Its more suitable * Molly laughs softly (Molly) You're very good at evasion, aren't you? (@Morgan) I wouldn't say that * Molly smiles (Molly) You should practice altering things in your dreams. It will make you better at it, and better able to combat your nightmares (@Morgan) I don't have nightmares * Molly watches him (Molly) No harm in being prepared (@Morgan) I suppose so * Molly changes her clothes again into a simple lightweight peasant style dress, hair lose (Molly) I need your watch a minute (Molly) Loose* * @Morgan frowns but gives it to he (Molly) **its a very strange watch he hasn't seen before with usual coloured faces * Molly takes it, looking it over (Molly) Very pretty (@Morgan) apparently so * Molly closes her hands over it, closing her eyes too * Molly then looks to him very intently (Molly) You'll carry this in your dreams, wherever you go. It will now make a single chime an hour before dawn, and three chimes forty five minutes before dawn. It'll help you wake up (@Morgan) Alright... * Molly hands it back to him * Molly makes a little book appear in her hand, handing that over (Molly) You'll carry this too (@Morgan) What is it? (Molly) A book *she smirks* * @Morgan looks shocked * Molly watches him, biting her lip and smiling (Molly) It will help you know where and when you are (@Morgan) ok... (Molly) I know it makes little sense to you now, but it will help you (@Morgan) I'll take your word for it * Molly watches him, head to toe and back up (Molly) I would. * @Morgan nods (Molly) See, I'm not so scary really (@Morgan) I wasn't scared (Molly) Even when I may have been naked and in your bed? *she grins* (@Morgan) Surprised but not scared (Molly) Then you can appreciate that this is just your dream? (@Morgan) Its a little too mad not to be * Molly looks to be pondering something, though nothing changes (Molly) It would impossible to travel such a distance so easily in reality * @Morgan nods (Molly) And you will try to change things and get stronger? (@Morgan) Assuming I remember (Molly) When you are ready, we'll talk again. One day you will be strong enough to always know you are only dreaming (@Morgan) alright * Molly 's gaze moves from his eyes to his mouth, the tip of her tongue gently wetting her lower lip before she bites it. * Molly looks back to his eyes (Molly) "I would very, _very_ much like to kiss you, my Lord" * @Morgan blushes * Molly smiles (Molly) Noones told you that before? * @Morgan shakes his head (Molly) That surprises me (@Morgan) why? * Molly leans back on her arms, smiling a little (Molly) You have beautiful eyes, and are so tall and strong... * @Morgan blushes (@Morgan) not really * Molly smikes, dimples showing (Molly) Oh but you are * @Morgan shakes his head (Molly) Why do you think otherwise? (@Morgan) I just think you are wrong (Molly) I suppose really, that doesn't matter. What matters is that _I_ find you attractive, not whether you do * @Morgan thinks about this (@Morgan) I suppose you're right in that (Molly) But if you would not like me to kiss you, I won't (@Morgan) I didn't say that * Molly smiles (Molly) Then you should speak plain, my lord. It doesn't do to leave young women unsure of whether you want to kiss them (@Morgan) I do, but... its not proper * Molly watches him (Molly) Then the question becomes, do you desire in enough to overcome your inhibitions? * @Morgan grins (@Morgan) I'm protecting _your_ virtue in this matter * Molly laughs (Molly) You needn't (@Morgan) Because its a dream... (Molly) Yes * @Morgan nods, taking a step towards her * Molly doesn't move from where she is, but watches him with a welcoming smile (Molly) You've seen people kissing before? (@Morgan) I may have * Molly nods (Molly) My first time, I only knew what it might be like because I'd seen people do it, that's all * @Morgan nods * Molly watches him, sucking the middle of her lower lip (Molly) Do you feel nervous? * @Morgan chuckles (@Morgan) Do you? (Molly) No, just eager and curious (@Morgan) curious? (Molly) I've never kissed someone who hasn't done it before. Its intriguing (@Morgan) So you'll need to guide me then... (Molly) Its a bit like riding a horse, it become natural very quickly * Molly holds her hand out to him * @Morgan takes it (Molly) You'll probably wish to sit beside me, as you're so much taller than me * @Morgan nods, doing so * Molly fidgets around so she's in the optimal place. About a foot from her lips meeting his, she says "how _do_ you feel?" (@Morgan) with my hands * Molly giggles (Molly) I'm not opposed to _that_ either * @Morgan laughs, leaning closer (Molly) You'll probably want to close your eyes, unless you care to stare at mine closed from a couple of inches away! * @Morgan smiles slightly, closing his eyes * Molly gently puts her hand on his cheek, very slowly moving closer to him, just enjoying the moment, before she presses her lips against his softly * @Morgan sighs quietly * Molly parts slightly from him before doing it again, lingering this time, just allowing him to experience it and paying attention to his pressure, his breathing, how he seems to be getting his bearings * @Morgan looks quite relaxed * Molly tilts a little, her lips softening further, parting a little, making the kiss deeper. She moves closer to him on the bed (Molly) **she speaks softly close to his mouth, her lips fluttering gently across his (Molly) Do you like this? * @Morgan nods slightly (@Morgan) mmmhmmm (Molly) More? * @Morgan nods * Molly kisses him again, this time gently touching the underside of the tip of her tongue against his lower lip, moving slightly along it * @Morgan copies the movement * Molly makes a soft sigh of pleasure at this, bringing her tongue to touch his (Molly) Mmmm... ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Friday, 7 May 2021 20:56:24 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. (Molly) ((Can you c&p pls)) (@Morgan) * Molly kisses him again, this time gently touching the underside of the tip of her tongue against his lower lip, moving slightly along it (@Morgan) * Morgan copies the movement (@Morgan) * Molly makes a soft sigh of pleasure at this, bringing her tongue to touch his (@Morgan) * Morgan moans slightly (@Morgan) Mmmm... * Molly runs her hand down from his cheek to the side of his neck, kissing him deeper, her tongue tracing up his and into his mouth, still slowly and calmly * @Morgan moans again * Molly interlaces her tongue with his, seeking out the natural movement between them, and working with this. Her fingers tighten a little on his neck reflexively * @Morgan puts a hand on her waist, leaning into her * Molly moves closer so her body is against his, hand moving to his shoulder where she's more able to squeeze her fingers into him. She draws out enough to say (Molly) You're a natural at this * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I picked up horse riding fairly quickly * Molly nods (Molly) Do you wish to stop? I'm not sure I can stay so restrained much longer (@Morgan) restrained? (Molly) Its... a bit slower and more... romantic than I'd usually do it (@Morgan) I'm not sure I follow (Molly) I dont wish to push you to do it more passionately when it is new to you * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) as you wish (Molly) Please, dont be offended, it is only my concern for you, not a lack of desire to (@Morgan) I understand * Molly kisses him again softly and gently * @Morgan continues to follow her lead * Molly keeps it going a little longer before pulling away, exhaling slowly, watching his expression * @Morgan watches her back (Molly) You're very good at this (@Morgan) Glad to hear that * Molly takes another deep breath (Molly) And ridiculously appealing (@Morgan) If you say si * Molly nods (Molly) I'm not even sure I ought to tell you what I'd like to do with you now... (@Morgan) no? (Molly) I wouldn't wish to horrify you, or make you think less of me * Molly watches his expression intently (@Morgan) I don't see that happening * Molly chews the bottom left corner of her lip (Molly) I want to see the look in your eyes as you run your hands over me, and you discover what lies beneath a woman's clothing. I... want to touch you, and see that first reaction... ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Friday, 7 May 2021 21:33:52 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (MollyK) ((C&p, sorry)) ** Molly has quit (Remote host closed the connection) (@Morgan) * Molly watches his expression intently (@Morgan) I don't see that happening (@Morgan) * Molly chews the bottom left corner of her lip (@Morgan) I want to see the look in your eyes as you run your hands over me, and you discover what lies beneath a woman's clothing. I... want to touch you, and see that first reaction... (@Morgan) * Morgan blushes bright red * MollyK smiles slightly apologetically (MollyK) I'm sorry... I warned you (@Morgan) its ok * MollyK nods (MollyK) I think I should go * @Morgan frowns slightly (@Morgan) if that is what you wish (MollyK) I don't want to be more than you can handle * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) probably a good idea * MollyK kisses his cheek (MollyK) Do practice, please * @Morgan looks confused a moment before nodding (MollyK) The changing, rather than the kissing (@Morgan) I figured (MollyK) I'll find you again, at some point * MollyK smiles softly (@Morgan) I hope so (MollyK) One day you'll have more of me than you can even imagine * @Morgan looks confused * MollyK smiles, pressing a final kiss on his mouth (MollyK) Farewell my lord * @Morgan bows his head * MollyK disappears, leaving behind Only the scent of Roses and a black satin negligee (MollyK) *he's left alone in his room, everything quiet ** Morgan has quit (Quit: Leaving) ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 9 May 2021 17:17:50 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** cantillon.be.eu.blitzed.org sets mode(s) +nt ** ChanServ sets mode(s) -o Molly -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. ** Morgan has joined #7thseaic ** ChanServ sets mode(s) +o Morgan (Molly) Recap: He's still in his dream, still nearly 17, and the strange sort-of-sorceress has disappeared after showing him how to kiss. What does he do now? * @Morgan concentrates on making changes as he wishes (Molly) **It takes a bit of effort, but he manages it. There is then a single chime from the unusual watch she's given him back (@Morgan) Alright... time to wake up (Molly) **he manages it, though finds himself a little dazed by being in an unfamiliar bed that's gently moving like it's on water* * @Morgan looks around (Molly) **after a few moments of disorientation, he remembers who and where he is. Molly is fast asleep beside him, the room dark* * @Morgan climbs out of bed, setting about getting dressed (Molly) **despite her predictions of cramps waking her, theres no sign she's been awake at all. She doesn't stir now either. * (Molly) **he has time to put his thoughts in order from the night; Molly's dream of being a field nurse and married to a low ranking navy man, then his own dream where he banished the Schattenmann, had the watch adjusted and a notebook given, then kissed her with all the inexperience he had at age sixteen** ** You are now disconnected (Software caused connection abort) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 9 May 2021 18:03:59 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to irc.blitzed.org:6667… -NickServ- Welcome to Blitzed IRC Network, MollyK! Here on Blitzed IRC Network, we provide services to enable the registration of nicknames and channels! For details, type /msg NickServ help and /msg ChanServ help. ** You have joined #7thseaic (MollyK) [18:03] (Molly) **he has time to put his thoughts in order from the night; Molly's dream of being a field nurse and married to a low ranking navy man, then his own dream where he banished the Schattenmann, had the watch adjusted and a notebook given, then kissed her with all the inexperience he had at age sixteen** * @Morgan checks to make sure she's still breathing before wandering out of the room towards the galley (MollyK) **due to the early tome of the dawn watch, he has around fifty minutes before dawn, rather than the twenty he normally would ** Molly has quit (Ping timeout: 250 seconds) ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 9 May 2021 18:29:36 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Claudia) [18:07] (MollyK) **due to the early tome of the dawn watch, he has around fifty minutes before dawn, rather than the twenty he normally would * @Morgan sets about making himself coffee before heading out onto the deck (Claudia) *Koen is on watch, not much to say as usual, leaving him time to watch the sunrise and then practice. There's no sign of Claudia or HH practising anywhere. Due to the later dawn, he only just has time for breakfast before he's due up in the crows nest. (Claudia) *Claudia is taking off from Koen, and its fifteen minutes later once he's in the nest with the cat that she comes up to check on him* (Claudia) Morning (@Morgan) Morning (Claudia) Thought I'd come and see how you are * @Morgan nods, stroking the cats face (@Morgan) I'm alright... you? * Claudia shrugs (Claudia) Alright. Any interesting nightmares? It's starting to become the highlight of my morning (@Morgan) I'm glad I entertain you * Claudia smiles (Claudia) Imagine what Heinzharold will be like once you tell him! * @Morgan frowns (@Morgan) I'm not sure... that I will. (Claudia) Not even when it saved us from that trap ship? * @Morgan scratches his chin (@Morgan) maybe (Claudia) So? (@Morgan) ummm... I was injured, in a field hospital and Molly was the medic, digging a ball out of my leg. She was waiting for her husband, a low rank sailor * Claudia fidgets getting comfortable (Claudia) Anyone we knew? (@Morgan) Didn't get his name (Claudia) Awkward. Did you see him? (@Morgan) I was mostly concentrating on staying still so the pain was a bit less (@Morgan) No, but he always comes back, apparently * Claudia laughs (Claudia) Paranoid now? (@Morgan) Only if I'm wrong... oh, I did have another dream (Claudia) Wrong about what? (@Morgan) Hang on, paranoid about what? (Claudia) Well you dreamt about a trap ship, and it appeared... (@Morgan) No... but I've noticed my dreams aren't always actually _us_ (Claudia) That's weird. What was your other dream? (@Morgan) I was younger, lost in the Schwarzenwald... the Schattenmann came and I, basically, told it to fuck off * Claudia almost falls out of the rigging with laughter (Claudia) Worked, did it? (@Morgan) it did. I think there's something in my dream that on some level lets me know its a dream (Claudia) Sounds useful * @Morgan nods (Claudia) Maybe it'll help you with the useful dreams? (@Morgan) Maybe. Hopefully. (Claudia) At least she wasn't married to Edward * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Not again, aye (Claudia) Dreamt that before? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) It was not pleasant (Claudia) They'd be a crappy couple (@Morgan) She wasn't best impressed with the idea (Claudia) He's too dull (@Morgan) You think he's dull compared to me? * Claudia nods (Claudia) Too traditional (@Morgan) I shouldn't be surprised at that I suppose (Claudia) You think she'd be happier with him (@Morgan) No... he's too convinced he would know best at all times * Claudia nods (Claudia) Did he go mad about her giving him the slip in Freiburg? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'm somewhat in agreement with him (Claudia) I thought she would stay put with him (@Morgan) so did I. I don't object to her seeing Holzheim, but giving the person charged with her safety the slip was a bad decision * Claudia shrugs (Claudia) She's more capable than you give her credit for (@Morgan) I've no doubt, but if the entire crew decided to do something with her... unless she's as good as you, she'd not stand a chance. Plus, we were under a lot of scrutiny (Claudia) Politics then * @Morgan nods (Claudia) Were you always this overprotective with her then? (@Morgan) We worked in a house where monsters were a common occurrence... its something of a habit now * Claudia nods (Claudia) Sorgi wants some of us learning Avalonian * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) its a good idea (Claudia) That's what they're doing this morning. We've got to stop at a fishing village to get some letters sent, apparently * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) we need to set Yensid doing something * Claudia nods (Claudia) We're about an hour or so out * @Morgan nods (Claudia) Seen the lovebirds this morning? (@Morgan) No, not so far * Claudia shakes her head (Claudia) Lounging in bed rather than practicing (@Morgan) He's always been like that (Claudia) Worse now (Claudia) He needs some work to do * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I was thinking he should supervise you (Claudia) Not a chance * @Morgan chuckles (Claudia) I'll leave you to it * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) try not to break anything * Claudia climbs back down, the little cat miaowing at Morgan * @Morgan rubs the cats head (@Morgan) whats on your mind my furry friend? (Claudia) **The cat starts purring, and within minutes he's asleep. He doesn't wake until an hour later when there are Claudia's shouts and maneuvers to bring The Rose near the coast (Claudia) **Docking at the small fishing village requires two men to row ashore, and this goes very smoothly from Morgans vantage point, the villagers leaving their homes and tasks to admire the ship. The little children in their worn out clothing are as excited as if it is a feast day, and they wave to the sailors on deck** * @Morgan watches the people on the shore (Claudia) **They wave off the rowing boat. With dispatches sent, the little boat is hauled back up, and her much larger host is set to sail again, their final stop in the land of Morgan's birth completed, and several weeks away from home ahead. * @Morgan hums quietly to himself as he watches the horizon (Claudia) *Ulysesses abandons him about half an hour before the end of his watch. By the time midday rolls around, Morgan can just about see where Der Rotstrom meets the sea from his perch so far above the deck* (Claudia) **He finds HH and Varick eating lunch with the crew, and HH tells him the girls have decided to have lunch and gossip in his study, where his desire to catch up with Molly leads him after quickly eating. The door is slightly ajar, and he can hear very quiet conversation that most would miss (Claudia) I: She's Morgan's cousin then? M: No… well, sort of, I suppose. He's certainly protective of her. I: What's she like? *Molly pauses a moment and he could interrupt* ** 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. ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 9 May 2021 19:56:15 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) [19:50] (Claudia) I: She's Morgan's cousin then? M: No… well, sort of, I suppose. He's certainly protective of her. I: What's she like? *Molly pauses a moment and he could interrupt* * @Morgan taps on the door (Molly) **they don't notice. M:I barely know her really. Beautiful, down to earth, a dedicated mother… welcoming, I suppose. I: Don't you like her? *Molly pauses again, giving him again a chance to interrupt* * @Morgan waits (Molly) I think I could like her, but we aren't at ease with each other, and its… **he can decide whether to interrupt or continue listening until their conversation stops** * @Morgan knocks harder (Molly) *there's a brief muttering before Molly says (Molly) Yes? * @Morgan nudges the door open * Molly and Inga are both sewing on the couch in the middle of the room (@Morgan) if my presence is a nuisance, I can come back later * Molly frowns slightly (Molly) Of course not. We were just talking about Heinrich getting married (@Morgan) I heard you mutter when I knocked... I don't want to intrude (Molly) I assumed it was not anyone important *she smiles* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) You were saying (Molly) **The cat bolts in through his legs, and from behind him there is a sneeze (Molly) I was just telling Inga about Hildegarde * @Morgan looks behind him (Molly) **Heinzharold and Varick are coming to the study (@Morgan) gentlemen... (Molly) V: Can we play soldiers? You and me against Heinzharold and Inga? (@Morgan) I wouldn't have thought Inga would like to play soldiers (Molly) **They come into the study whilst the cat tries to jump on Molly's sewing and she shoos him off it * @Morgan makes a noise at the cat before tapping his shoulder (Molly) HH: She's pretty good at that chess business, she'll be alright (Molly) **Ulysses seems to have abandoned him in favour of Molly, who folds away her work and takes a book from the bookshelf. Meanwhile Inga goes to the desk and Varick heads to collect his soldiers (Molly) I'll leave you generals to your battles and read with this little menance (Molly) Menace* * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) very well (Molly) **The game is started, Varick unpacking the pieces of humans and monsters, opting to be the supernatural things as he often does. HH looks them over* These are unusual... (Molly) HH looks at Morgan: What's this spider supposed to be? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) Its... supposed to be the Schattenmann (Molly) HH: Always thought it would be a bit weirder than this... a bit more... spoooooooky *he wiggles his fingers at Inga with a look that is supposed to be scary. She slaps his arm. Varick laughs* * Molly turns a little on the window couch, and watches Morgan over the back of it with a suppressed smile (Molly) Varick looks at Morgan: I don't believe in the Schattenmann ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 9 May 2021 20:28:57 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. (Molly) [20:25] (Molly) Varick looks at Morgan: I don't believe in the Schattenmann (@Morgan) no? (Molly) *he shakes his head. HH winks at Morgan* HH: Theres an old story that one day all the people of Sudlachenburg will have stopped believing in the Schattenmann and stopped making the pumpernickel bread... and then on the night of the shadowfayre, the Schattenmann will come out of the forest and... *Inga nudges him* I: Stop you'll scare him! * Molly is watching Morgans face rather than Varicks (Molly) ((Expression pls)) * @Morgan is looking decidedly neutral (Molly) V: I'm not scared. What will it do? Will it eat people? (Molly) HH: Noone ever says. What do you reckon, yer worship? (@Morgan) I reckon you should change the subject (Molly) **HH salutes him and gets the game started, whispering frequently with Inga about tactics. Varick does likewise with Morgan. Despite the fact Molly is supposed to be ready, each time he looks in her direction she is watching from the window distractedly (Molly) **the game goes well, and they're doing equally well. Varick gets tired, and with the battle declared a draw he gets the Schattenmann and makes chomping noises as he touches it to all the other pieces before putting them away (Molly) **HH is trying not to laugh, but Inga doesn't look as amused* * Molly glances at Morgan with a hint of concern for him ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 9 May 2021 20:57:38 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. * @Morgan blinks slowly, watching Inga (Molly) **Inga helps tidy. Varick asks Morgan to put him for a nap, and when he gets back Inga and HH seem to have settled in the study as if to stay for the duration of the quiet time Molly and Morgan usually spend together. * @Morgan sets about getting coffee (Molly) ((How many cups?)) (@Morgan) ((four)) (Molly) **HH and Inga thank him. Molly glances at the cups a moment before stroking the cat. Then she smiles politely, thanking him also * Molly takes a deep breath, looking back to Inga (Molly) No, we dont have anything like the shadowfayre... We have May Fayre though * @Morgan scratches his nose (@Morgan) less monsters (Molly) I: *she smiles* We have that (Molly) HH: **he lounges on the couch in the middle of the room, an arm around Inga* I was the Shadow King in '61 *he looks at Morgan* You'd not long joined the Orsete that year, you didn't see me outrank you for a day (Molly) Oreste * * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'm sure you were very regal (Molly) I: That was the year old lady Maud got killed when the pole blew down! *she smiles at HH* I remember you! You looked very handsome (Molly) **HH looks to Morgan** Probably. Got bought so much blokners I dont remember! * Molly looks to Morgan (Molly) You were both about seventeen then? (@Morgan) There or there abouts * Molly nods, watching the couple (Molly) So you were about thirteen, Inga? **she nods* I: Too young to be a May Queen! His May Queen was beautiful, like a fairytale princess. She had the prettiest lavender colour gown, embroidered with white flowers. All the servants talked about how fine it was for days. (Molly) ** the change in atmosphere comes entirely from HH who sits s bit straighter, developing an interest in his coffee. This tension spreads, but both women look confused* (@Morgan) Spit it out or swallow it, HeinzHarold (Molly) **Inga looks at HH, who looks back at her with a hint of solemnity. Molly's glance moves to her friend, HH, then to Morgan with puzzlement (Molly) *HH drinks his coffee, looking to Morgan. Though he says "Yes, yer worship", he gestures Dietlinde * @Morgan nods slowly (@Morgan) There's something of an irony in that, you know (Molly) **HH makes a face* Has the galley run out of sugar? It's a bit bitter. *he moves his arm from behind Inga* * Molly and Inga are watching their respective husbands when Molly stands "I'll fetch some. Inga, let me show you were it lives?" (Molly) **Inga gets up quickly, looking a little relieved* (Molly) If you'll excuse us, liebes herz (@Morgan) of course ladies * Molly and Inga make the politest hightailing possible. HH waits till the door is shut before looking at Morgan ** You're now known as HH (HH) Sorry. (@Morgan) Don't be (HH) I'd forgotten all about it * HH sips the coffee with no further complaint about the sweetness * @Morgan sips his coffee before chuckling (HH) **He watches his best friend * what's funny? (@Morgan) They've both outranked my father (HH) Who? (@Morgan) Dietlinde and Molly * HH nods (HH) True. Bet he hates that. (@Morgan) He's taken it rather well this time * HH moves back to lounging (HH) That's something at least. *he sips the coffee* You want us to clear off for a bit? (@Morgan) it'd be nice to have a little time with her (@Morgan) You hear about Dreiser? * HH grins (HH) Yes. Thanks for that * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) he should've taken better care of the wound (HH) Should have kept his hands to himself * @Morgan nods * HH finishes his coffee (HH) I spose if you want time with your wife I'd better find something to do with mine * @Morgan laughs (@Morgan) we need to find you something to do * HH nods (HH) Avalonian lessons at present. Tedious language. (@Morgan) There are worse (HH) She won't teach me any curse words, apparently. (@Morgan) Insults are better without them (HH) Claims she knows more Eisen and Montaigne ones than Avalon ones (@Morgan) That wouldn't surprise me actually * HH stands, patting his arm (HH) We'll stay out of the way ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 9 May 2021 21:43:45 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to irc.blitzed.org:6667… ** You have joined #7thseaic * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) thank you ** Molly has joined #7thseaic ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 9 May 2021 21:44:08 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (@Morgan) thank you (@Morgan) thank you -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. ** HH has quit (Remote host closed the connection) ** HH has quit (Remote host closed the connection) * Molly returns about five minutes HH leaves, bringing an apple with her. She shuts the door before saying "catch" and throwing it to him underarm * Molly returns about five minutes HH leaves, bringing an apple with her. She shuts the door before saying "catch" and throwing it to him underarm * @Morgan does so * @Morgan does so * Molly goes to sit by the window, picking up her coffee * Molly goes to sit by the window, picking up her coffee (Molly) Are you alright? (Molly) Are you alright? (@Morgan) aye, fine blossom... yourself? (@Morgan) aye, fine blossom... yourself? * Molly nods a little * Molly nods a little (Molly) Yes (Molly) Yes (Molly) Sit with me? (Molly) Sit with me? (@Morgan) You want me to get up... to sit over there.... (@Morgan) You want me to get up... to sit over there.... (Molly) Unless you'd have me sit in your lap, this couch makes more sense than that chair (Molly) Unless you'd have me sit in your lap, this couch makes more sense than that chair (@Morgan) You have a point I suppose (@Morgan) You have a point I suppose * @Morgan moves to the window couch * @Morgan moves to the window couch * Molly watches him * Molly watches him (Molly) I missed you this morning (Molly) I missed you this morning (@Morgan) and I you... you seemed very settled when I got up (@Morgan) and I you... you seemed very settled when I got up * Molly nods * Molly nods (Molly) I slept very soundly (Molly) I slept very soundly (@Morgan) I had a couple of dreams (@Morgan) I had a couple of dreams * Molly watches him a moment before setting down her coffee and tentatively shifting to lie her head on his thigh, looking up at him * Molly watches him a moment before setting down her coffee and tentatively shifting to lie her head on his thigh, looking up at him (Molly) Oh? Would you tell me about them? (Molly) Oh? Would you tell me about them? (@Morgan) I had the old Schattenmann dream but I banished it (@Morgan) I had the old Schattenmann dream but I banished it * Molly smiles warmly * Molly smiles warmly (Molly) Oh that's good news! (Molly) Oh that's good news! (@Morgan) You showed up again to teach me how to control things in my dreams (@Morgan) You showed up again to teach me how to control things in my dreams * Molly frowns * Molly frowns (Molly) I dont recall that (Molly) I dont recall that (@Morgan) It wasn't one of yours... yours have a particular colour to them (@Morgan) It wasn't one of yours... yours have a particular colour to them (Molly) Did you manage to control things? (Molly) Did you manage to control things? * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (Molly) Was it like last time where I was being provocative? (Molly) Was it like last time where I was being provocative? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) yes * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) yes * Molly smiles * Molly smiles (Molly) Were you still young? (Molly) Were you still young? * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (Molly) Did you remember me from the time before? (Molly) Did you remember me from the time before? * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I did (@Morgan) I did (Molly) It should have been less a surprise to you then! (Molly) It should have been less a surprise to you then! (@Morgan) somewhat... you being my first kiss was, mind (@Morgan) somewhat... you being my first kiss was, mind * Molly 's fingers go to her lower lip automatically * Molly 's fingers go to her lower lip automatically (Molly) Oh! (Molly) Oh! * Molly looks distracted * Molly looks distracted (Molly) That is surprising (Molly) That is surprising * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) yes (@Morgan) yes * Molly nods a little * Molly nods a little (Molly) How did that come about? (Molly) How did that come about? (@Morgan) You told me I was appealing when I was relaxed (@Morgan) You told me I was appealing when I was relaxed * Molly smiles though is still fiddling with her lip * Molly smiles though is still fiddling with her lip (Molly) I was honest then (Molly) I was honest then * @Morgan shrugs * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) from a given point of view (@Morgan) from a given point of view (Molly) It only takes one point of view, I suppose? (Molly) It only takes one point of view, I suppose? * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) We were interrupted by my father and you said 'you're making this into a nightmare aren't you'... like I do it to myself (@Morgan) We were interrupted by my father and you said 'you're making this into a nightmare aren't you'... like I do it to myself * Molly looks intrigued * Molly looks intrigued (Molly) That's strange (Molly) That's strange * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (Molly) He caught us kissing? *she moves her index finger a little back and forth on her lower lip* (Molly) He caught us kissing? *she moves her index finger a little back and forth on her lower lip* (@Morgan) No, he came to speak to me before that happened (@Morgan) No, he came to speak to me before that happened (@Morgan) and you hid (@Morgan) and you hid (Molly) I... hope it wasn't disappointing to your seventeen year old self... (Molly) I... hope it wasn't disappointing to your seventeen year old self... (@Morgan) not at all (@Morgan) not at all * Molly nods a little * Molly nods a little (Molly) Its nerve-wracking, that first time (Molly) Its nerve-wracking, that first time * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles a little * Molly smiles a little (Molly) I really had no idea what on Theah I was going when you kissed me in Carleon! I knew people parted their lips from my brothers' wedding ceremonies, but... *she blushes* (Molly) I really had no idea what on Theah I was going when you kissed me in Carleon! I knew people parted their lips from my brothers' wedding ceremonies, but... *she blushes* (Molly) Doing* (Molly) Doing* * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I hope you didn't find it too unpleasant that time (@Morgan) I hope you didn't find it too unpleasant that time * Molly rolls her eyes * Molly rolls her eyes (Molly) Why would I find it unpleasant?! (Molly) Why would I find it unpleasant?! * @Morgan shrugs * @Morgan shrugs * Molly reaches up, touching his cheek, expression open but insistent * Molly reaches up, touching his cheek, expression open but insistent (Molly) No hiding... (Molly) No hiding... (@Morgan) I hadn't realised you weren't sure of yourself (@Morgan) I hadn't realised you weren't sure of yourself (Molly) I thought I'd told you I'd never been properly kissed before? ((That was weeks before he kissed her, and shed been courting jaeger in between)) (Molly) I thought I'd told you I'd never been properly kissed before? ((That was weeks before he kissed her, and shed been courting jaeger in between)) (@Morgan) weeks before (@Morgan) weeks before (Molly) Oh! You thought I'd been kissing Curtis like that? (Molly) Oh! You thought I'd been kissing Curtis like that? * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods * Molly shakes her head * Molly shakes her head (Molly) Not at all. Not more than the merest peck on the lips (Molly) Not at all. Not more than the merest peck on the lips * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods * Molly frowns, watching him * Molly frowns, watching him (Molly) You wouldn't have done it if you'd realised you would be my first kiss? (Molly) You wouldn't have done it if you'd realised you would be my first kiss? (@Morgan) I'd have maybe approached it... slower (@Morgan) I'd have maybe approached it... slower (Molly) It was perfect. I've relived it a thousand times in my mind since then, if not more (Molly) It was perfect. I've relived it a thousand times in my mind since then, if not more (@Morgan) good (@Morgan) good * Molly watches how at ease surprised or off-kilter he looks * Molly watches how at ease surprised or off-kilter he looks (Molly) ((Expression pls)) (Molly) ((Expression pls)) * @Morgan looks fairly comfortable * @Morgan looks fairly comfortable (Molly) I certainly didn't realise tongues were involved *she bites the left side of her lip, a slight sparkle of mischief in her eyes* (Molly) I certainly didn't realise tongues were involved *she bites the left side of her lip, a slight sparkle of mischief in her eyes* (@Morgan) multipurpose, those things (@Morgan) multipurpose, those things * Molly blushes hard, her mouth forming an O * Molly blushes hard, her mouth forming an O (Molly) My dear Duke Koertig, that is incredibly, and deliciously, rude! (Molly) My dear Duke Koertig, that is incredibly, and deliciously, rude! * @Morgan laughs * @Morgan laughs (@Morgan) Do you recall dreaming about being a field medic? (@Morgan) Do you recall dreaming about being a field medic? * Molly shakes her head * Molly shakes her head (Molly) Last night? (Molly) Last night? * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) during the war... in it I was injured, shot in the leg and you were tending to my wounds... we discussed your husband who always came back... (@Morgan) during the war... in it I was injured, shot in the leg and you were tending to my wounds... we discussed your husband who always came back... (Molly) My who?! *she frowns* (Molly) My who?! *she frowns* (@Morgan) I'm thinking this was another glimpse into someone elses life... (@Morgan) I'm thinking this was another glimpse into someone elses life... * Molly looks thoughtful * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) Whose, I wonder... Stef maybe? (Molly) Whose, I wonder... Stef maybe? (@Morgan) Maybe.... maybe.... (@Morgan) Maybe.... maybe.... * Molly mutters quietly * Molly mutters quietly (Molly) Preferable. (Molly) Preferable. (@Morgan) pardon? (@Morgan) pardon? (Molly) Preferable, to an alternate path. (Molly) Preferable, to an alternate path. (@Morgan) I don't see it being that at all (@Morgan) I don't see it being that at all * Molly nods * Molly nods (@Morgan) though, maybe... (@Morgan) though, maybe... (Molly) The War ended when I was 14 (Molly) The War ended when I was 14 * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (Molly) Most likely its from Potts injury (Molly) Most likely its from Potts injury (@Morgan) How so? (@Morgan) How so? (Molly) He was shot in the leg, so were you. Just my mind processing the day (Molly) He was shot in the leg, so were you. Just my mind processing the day * @Morgan shrugs * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) maybe (@Morgan) maybe (Molly) All we can do is wait and see... (Molly) All we can do is wait and see... * Molly looks up at him * Molly looks up at him * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (Molly) I'm not worried, and I dont wish you to be, but... (Molly) I'm not worried, and I dont wish you to be, but... * Molly watches his reaction with a very tiny hint of nervousness * Molly watches his reaction with a very tiny hint of nervousness (@Morgan) Its the first course since the cast, its bound to be different (@Morgan) Its the first course since the cast, its bound to be different * Molly exhaled suddenly * Molly exhaled suddenly (Molly) Yes. It's not unheard of for it to be a little late (Molly) Yes. It's not unheard of for it to be a little late * Molly continues watching his expression very closely * Molly continues watching his expression very closely (@Morgan) We will deal with whatever comes, as always (@Morgan) We will deal with whatever comes, as always * Molly nods * Molly nods (Molly) I dont distrust that, liebling (Molly) I dont distrust that, liebling (Molly) I just... I don't want it to happen until you are ready... until it can be more joyful than sad. Do you understand? (Molly) I just... I don't want it to happen until you are ready... until it can be more joyful than sad. Do you understand? * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I do (@Morgan) I do * Molly nods, looking relieved * Molly nods, looking relieved (Molly) That's good. *she smiles* I will let you know when I know more myself. (Molly) That's good. *she smiles* I will let you know when I know more myself. * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) very well my love (@Morgan) very well my love * Molly smiles, closing her eyes * Molly smiles, closing her eyes (Molly) If you have no objections, I will quickly relive the first time you kissed me *she giggles* (Molly) If you have no objections, I will quickly relive the first time you kissed me *she giggles* * @Morgan nods * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) by all means (@Morgan) by all means (Molly) Unless of course you would prefer I honour that memory by repeating it on you (Molly) Unless of course you would prefer I honour that memory by repeating it on you (@Morgan) I think we need to make sure we've not lost our knack, so to speak (@Morgan) I think we need to make sure we've not lost our knack, so to speak * Molly sits up, watching him affectionately * Molly sits up, watching him affectionately (Molly) You should know, I'm not that nervous now (Molly) You should know, I'm not that nervous now (@Morgan) no? (@Morgan) no? (Molly) No... are you? (Molly) No... are you? (@Morgan) No, I can't say I am (@Morgan) No, I can't say I am * Molly watches his eyes, moving to him slowly. She places her hands on his shoulders just as he did her the first time * Molly watches his eyes, moving to him slowly. She places her hands on his shoulders just as he did her the first time (Molly) Good *she says softly* (Molly) Good *she says softly* * Molly closes her eyes, bringing her lips to his firmly * Molly closes her eyes, bringing her lips to his firmly * @Morgan puts a hand on her neck, just behind her ear * @Morgan puts a hand on her neck, just behind her ear * Molly softens her lips, parting them a little just as she did before when she was still clueless and innocent * Molly softens her lips, parting them a little just as she did before when she was still clueless and innocent ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 9 May 2021 23:11:59 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. (Molly) [23:08] * Molly softens her lips, parting them a little just as she did before when she was still clueless and innocent * @Morgan slides his tongue along her bottom lip * Molly moans softly against his mouth, bringing her tongue to his, flicking it against the tip. Her hands move to his waistcoat, grasping the fabric firmly * @Morgan pushes his tongue into her mouth, running it along the side of hers * Molly doesn't take her mouth from his as she shifts, her tongue untangling with his, slowly leaning back until she's laid on the couch and she's used the leverage on his clothing to urge him above her (Molly) Entangling * * @Morgan moves into position above her * Molly runs her hands around his torso, then down his back, and boldly over his hips until she gropes at his bottom utterly shamelessly * @Morgan shifts a hand behind her knee, bringing it up along his side * Molly kisses him even deeper, no longer displaying any of the gentle, innocent movements of the kiss they shared almost a year ago, but more like how she kissed him in Faulk's stable with passion and desire. She moves her other thigh so that she can accommodate him closer ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Sunday, 9 May 2021 23:30:25 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** Molly has quit (Remote host closed the connection) (MollyK) ((Test)) (MollyK) [23:25] * Molly kisses him even deeper, no longer displaying any of the gentle, innocent movements of the kiss they shared almost a year ago, but more like how she kissed him in Faulk's stable with passion and desire. She moves her other thigh so that she can accommodate him closer * @Morgan returns her kiss, grinding his groin against her (MollyK) **she speaks against his mouth quietly* The door isn't locked, but I want you, so very badly (@Morgan) and I you blossom (MollyK) What *kiss* are *kiss* we *kiss* going *kiss* to *kiss* do? *she sucks his bottom lip into her mouth, gently holding it between her teeth as she pushes her hips up to apply pressure against his hardness (@Morgan) I'm not sure we can risk it * MollyK brings one hand from his derriere between them to rub his erection firmly through the fabric (MollyK) But you are tempted... (@Morgan) extremely * MollyK moans softly, pupils very dilated as she watches him with desire (MollyK) As am I... despite the risks... * @Morgan nods * MollyK moves her fingers to the buttons of his packet, watching him intently for his lack of willingness * @Morgan makes a bit of space to make it easier * MollyK 's brows come together and she rapidly undoes them before encasing him in her fist and stroking him tightly and rapidly * @Morgan moans quietly * MollyK watches him with desire, pulling up her dress and petticoats with her other hand * @Morgan moves slightly, helping her move the clothing (MollyK) **This is when there are three loud thumping knocks on their door, followed by chuckling and giggling alongside rapid footsteps** ** Morgan has quit (Quit: Leaving) ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Monday, 10 May 2021 13:17:16 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic ** cantillon.be.eu.blitzed.org sets mode(s) +nt ** ChanServ sets mode(s) -o Molly ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Monday, 10 May 2021 15:44:09 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic -NickServ- You are now identified for Molly. (@Morgan) I suppose I deserved that really * Molly sighs, releasing his manhood after a gentle forlorn stroke (Molly) You might have, I did nothing! * @Morgan laughs (@Morgan) No... you didn't (Molly) Maybe I should tell him I'm disappointed in him? * Molly smirks and starts putting her clothing back in order (Molly) Do you think it will be a continual interruption? * @Morgan shrugs, fixing his own clothes (@Morgan) I don't know. It best not be * Molly watches his do that, looking disappointed (Molly) You did start it (@Morgan) Actually, Claudia did, I just acted quicker than she did (Molly) Is anyone brave or clever enough to interrupt her though? (@Morgan) Aside from me? * Molly nods (Molly) But you wouldn't * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I might (@Morgan) In the right mood, she brings out something of a more child like side of me I think * Molly continues to lie beneath him, watching him whilst pondering. She doesn't say anything (@Morgan) whats on your mind? (Molly) You, as usual. (@Morgan) what about me? (Molly) That, her bringing out a more childlike side (@Morgan) It could just be I'd slept well (@Morgan) Did I tell you how Sorgi found she and I last time she had the overnight watch? (Molly) Upside down in the rigging, you said * Molly wriggles out from under him * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) not the most... grown up thing I've ever done * Molly smiles (Molly) Do you see that as a bad thing? (@Morgan) No... * Molly moves to sitting, retrieving her coffee. She watches him over the rim (Molly) ...but...? (@Morgan) It seems you do * Molly shakes her head (Molly) No. I was just mulling a few things over in my mind is all (@Morgan) Anything I can help with? (Molly) Maybe... * Molly sips her coffee (Molly) What is it about Claudia that allows you that space to express that part of yourself? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I don't know... Perhaps its coincidence that I was just feeling cheerful that morning * Molly nods (Molly) I was also trying to think of the few occasions I have seen that in you, and what the context was * @Morgan nods (Molly) And then I wondered whether you were... freer to be that way before... back then. * Molly watches him slightly serious (@Morgan) I was less... dour. I didn't expect the worst all the time * Molly nods, seriousness turning to solemnity (Molly) I am sorry that life has done that to you. (@Morgan) It is what it is. I think I'm slowly getting closer to how I was, though that bothers me * Molly cradles the cup in both hands (Molly) You're allowed to be happy, liebes herz (@Morgan) happy is not how you fell in love with me * Molly frowns (Molly) I am sorry if you feel that my love is conditional. (@Morgan) No, I just... I hadn't thought about it, that maybe I'm becoming someone other than the person you loved initially (Molly) I want to refute you very strongly, but I have felt that worry too. (@Morgan) That I am changing from what you wanted? (Molly) No, you silly goose! That I am no longer right for you. That I am not as sweet and gentle and placid as *theres a very slight pause, anyone less perceptive than him would miss it* I was last year, even back in the spring (@Morgan) You are no longer? * Molly looks confused (Molly) I'm sorry, I don't understand your meaning? (@Morgan) You no longer worry about that? (Molly) I do. Of course I do. (@Morgan) You needn't (Molly) This summer in Eisen... I've picked up some awful Eisen-style traits that I did not have when you were drawn to me. Given how much it took for you to come to me, why would I not be concerned to no longer be what you wanted and needed then? (@Morgan) I can understand your point of view in that... you're wrong, mind. You still are sweet and loving... and your accent is deliciously cute. But the world we live in requires that you become more hardened against some things * Molly blushes (Molly) Deliciously cute? Really?! * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) When you speak Avalonian with the Eisen skew to it... its softer, not like Edward when he butchers the language * Molly kisses his cheek (Molly) I am glad you like it, liebling. (@Morgan) HeinzHarold tells me you wont teach him any cursing (Molly) He doesn't need to know why I can curse in Montaigne... but you are distracting me! *she smiles* (Molly) I didn't only fall in love with you because you were unhappy. That almost sounds like you think my attention was pity, that my affections were a mercy. *she watches him* * @Morgan shakes his head (@Morgan) No, but I was less... frivolous then. Maybe my moments of being daft are unwelcome * Molly shakes her head (Molly) No. They are not unwelcome. They are perhaps bittersweet at times, but also gratifying (@Morgan) bittersweet? (Molly) Because as you say, you were less dour then. There's a whole side of you that I've never gotten to know, aspects of you that are gone. And sometimes, in those brief fleeting moments when I have seen it, I wonder about you then, those years that I wasn't part of. Who you were. * Molly watches him, and he can see that she's dropped her guard a great deal to express this (@Morgan) I was me... just more innocent and trusting... and less on guard all the time * Molly nods (Molly) Simpler... * @Morgan nods * Molly nods (Molly) I got that impression from your dream of the shadowfayre... * @Morgan nods * Molly sips her coffee (Molly) I dont want you feeling that you must behave in a serious, dour manner, liebling * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I'll keep it in mind (Molly) I wonder though, what it is you're afraid of, exactly ? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I've no idea (@Morgan) I suppose normally I've got things to be doing, that need to be done. At sunrise there's nothing to do except watch the sun rise, drink my coffee and talk to Claudia if she's in watch (Molly) You don't really relax with me...? (@Morgan) We have much to do * Molly looks thoughtful (Molly) You were more relaxed at the Golden Lantern * @Morgan nods * Molly swirls the cooling coffee (Molly) You've given me things to ponder, my love (@Morgan) oh? (Molly) How I can best give you the space to be what comes naturally, rather than feeling you must not change too much from how you were... though I think perhaps our perceptions of who you were then are different (@Morgan) how so? (Molly) You see yourself as having been grumpy, violent and closed off? * @Morgan nods * Molly smiles (Molly) But I saw beneath that. I saw warmth, and integrity, and protectiveness. You showed me a tenderness you weren't yet able to show anyone else. * @Morgan nods slightly (Molly) I fell in love with all the aspects of you, liebling. Like when you got hit in the head with a pan, when we mocked Sir Charles, when you used to make jokes. I loved you sad, and scared, and exhausted, and laughing, and confiding, and even bossy. I loved _you_. *she looks at him a moment, voice quietening and softening* I _love_ you_. * @Morgan nods, lowering his gaze (@Morgan) I dont deserve you * Molly reaches up, cupping his chin (Molly) It is I that does not deserve you (@Morgan) nonsense (Molly) I even love you when you are delusionally wrong, like now. * @Morgan smiles slightly (Molly) We're going to change as we age, that's only natural. But if you can trust my love is as deep as the oceans you'll see that the changing tides of who you are won't change it. My love remains, forever. (@Morgan) alright blossom * Molly smiles, bringing her hand back to her cup (Molly) I've embarrassed you? (@Morgan) humbled, more like (Molly) Why? (@Morgan) the depth of your feelings * Molly looks perplexed (Molly) I thought you knew this? (@Morgan) I did but... it still surprises me, all the same (Molly) Forresters love hard *she smiles* * @Morgan nods (Molly) I hope it isn't too much for you (@Morgan) Not at all * Molly nods (Molly) I'm glad * Molly nods a little to herself (Molly) I probably have about ten minutes before training. What would you like to do now? * @Morgan shrugs (@Morgan) I have no plans (Molly) As we cant risk what I would like, maybe we should open the box? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) good idea * Molly goes to the bedroom to fetch it, and brings it to him (Molly) I wonder what's in there? (@Morgan) We'll know shortly * Molly watches intrigued * @Morgan opens the box (Molly) **Theres a few different things in there. The first thing he finds is a letter * @Morgan opens it up, reading it (Molly) **It contains a silver coin. The coin is milled with the coat of arms of Bruckes', the very elite gentleman's club he met Kit and Nussbaum at, a place Edward (despite preferring the more traditionalist one instead) was very envious he'd even got an invite to. The letter confirms his membership of the club * @Morgan nods slightly, putting it to one side * Molly spots the necklace, gently taking it out to look at. Its familiar to him, exactly like marchelines one that led him to discovering the Order Of The Phoenix, one that has a clever mechanism and contains a fast acting fatal poison an operative is supposed to use if compromised (@Morgan) careful with that * Molly is on the verge of triggering the mechanism accidentally (@Morgan) Not like that.... * Molly stops (Molly) Whats inside? (@Morgan) Very powerful poison * Molly smiles a little (Molly) I'd rather not be dealing with another poisoning really *she puts it back* (@Morgan) No, quite (Molly) **theres a small vial with one of the seeds of forgetfulness in it. Theres also 4 pieces of thin wood with holes cut out in weird patterns * @Morgan looks them over * Molly tilts her head (Molly) I think it's a bit like your rod (@Morgan) I'm sorry? (Molly) For decoding (@Morgan) oh... yes, thats what I was thinking * Molly looks confused (Molly) What else could it have been? (@Morgan) The rod? I was thinking you meant the shard (Molly) No... there looks to be some instructions (@Morgan) oh? * Molly reads them. It describes how to use the wood as a guide to position letters in the right places to be decoded. The day of the week at the top of the letter dictates which piece to use and what way round (@Morgan) I suppose it makes it less obvious that its a code * Molly nods, smiling (Molly) Indeed it does (Molly) It also says you can use any of Theah's common languages, and where to send it * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) good * Molly looks impressed (Molly) I like it. Maybe you could make us one, incase we ever need to write to each other * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) I expect so, aye (Molly) **At the bottom is orange wax and a Phoenix seal like he saw on Schulzs notes ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for Blitzed:#7thseaic on Monday, 10 May 2021 19:32:59 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thseaic (Molly) [19:27] (Molly) **At the bottom is orange wax and a Phoenix seal like he saw on Schulzs notes (@Morgan) Not as much as I expected I suppose (Molly) I suppose it has to be discrete though? * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) indeed * Molly smiles (Molly) No monsters in there (@Morgan) a pleasant change * Molly nods (Molly) I suppose, my love, I had best go and take off my dress so I can put on trousers * @Morgan nods (@Morgan) aye, best had * Molly smiles at him (Molly) Even though we didn't... you know, I still enjoyed this time with you (@Morgan) and I with you my love * Molly finishes her coffee (Molly) I'll put the box away if you wish? (@Morgan) please * Molly goes off cheerfully, and her space resting in Morgan's lap has been taken by the cat by the time she has regressed and left for her training ** Morgan has quit (Quit: Leaving)