------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Monday, 4 October 2021 20:02:59 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Molly) **He digs the hated knee breeches out of their trunk and dresses. Despite the fact he dislikes them they do look smart, Edward's fashion sense going in his favour. James is also well dressed, he's obviously made an effort to find suitable clothes. He and HH are waiting by the fire, and Claudia is drinking coffee. (Molly) C: I was hoping at least one of you wouldn't look like a peacock (Morgan) At least its not to impress some social climbing nonsense (Molly) C: Still look silly (Molly) HH: *he grins* I look gorgeous as always (Molly) C: *she rolls her eyes at Morgan* * Morgan shrugs slightly * Molly and Inga come down. Morgan has seen Molly's silver and blue dress at the Winter Ball, though now it is unpetticoated. Her hair is mostly loose and her make up more simple and less noble. She's wearing the forget-me-not necklace he had made for her. She smiles at him, running her gaze over him (Molly) **Inga is wearing Molly's dark pink ball gown, and the flair of it explains where at least one of Molly's petticoats is. She's also wearing the expensive diamond necklace Verity lent to Molly. She looks very glamorous, and HH stares at her, obviously lost for words** * Morgan inclines his head (Morgan) ladies (Molly) **Inga is busy staring at HH too** (Molly) You look lovely, my love (Morgan) I look ridiculous * Molly shakes her head (Molly) Not at all. But wait til you see Elsie! (Molly) I: **She nods, HH with his hand around her waist** * Molly calls to her. Elsie comes down carefully. Her petticoated blue satin dress shows how pregnant she is, and the colour is very similar to that seen in stained glass windows of the Virgin Mary. On her head is not a halo, but the very fancy and expensive tiara Eisenfurst Fischler gave Molly on their wedding day. Her hair and makeup is perfect, the wives have clearly focused on her. She smiles at them all** ((attention?)) * Morgan glances at James (Molly) **James is watching her with a slow flush developing on his cheeks** * Molly doesnt notice as she is busy praising Elsie * Morgan smiles slightly, waiting for them to finish getting ready (Molly) **Everyone is soon praising Elsie, even Claudia looks approving. Cloaks are gotten, but Molly stands to one side already in hers, and watches Inga and Elsie, smiling* * Morgan stands beside her * Molly looks to him, talking quietly "hey look beautiful, don't they? Like they could fit in at a noble ball." (Molly) They* * Morgan nods (Morgan) absolutely they do (Molly) I hope you do not mind me lending them my things (Morgan) No blossom, providing they don't lose them... (Molly) We're only going to the Great Hall and back anyway, but I am sure they won't * Morgan nods * Molly smiles "I had my turn in Freiburg to dress finely and waltz with the one man in the world I yearn to dance with above all others. I did not need to be all fancy tonight" (Morgan) you look wonderful (Molly) **she smiles warmly, blushing* Thank you, my love. I know this is what you like best, the lighter makeup and the looser hair. * Morgan nods (Molly) So really, it is no loss for me to not be the centre of attention in the room, if it means I am the centre of yours (Morgan) always * Molly nods. HH leads them across the back lawn, leaving Claudia in the cottage. James offers Elsie his remaining arm and follows HH and Inga. Molly tilts her head thoughtfully (Molly) Hmm (Morgan) hmmm? * Molly shakes her head, pulling her cloak tighter (Molly) It matters not. Shall we? (Morgan) It does, or you'd not have hmmm'd (Molly) I was wondering if there is an attraction there (Morgan) I'd say its fairly obvious * Molly nods sadly (Molly) I don't know whether I should intervene for his sake or let them be for her sake (Morgan) Tough to say * Molly nods, heading into the dark but dry night (Molly) I suppose I'll have to figure it out whilst you're gone * Morgan nods (Morgan) I'm afraid so my love * Molly nods, taking his hand as they walk, her skirt raised a little to avoid any mud (Molly) Its come around quickly * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye, it has (Molly) How are you feeling now? Are you eager to be under way? (Morgan) somewhat... I'm keen to have it done * Molly nods (Molly) I am keen to have you home again * Morgan nods (Molly) **They are let in by the servants. The great hall has been so lavishly decorated that it would almost be easy to forget the portal that was there and the Montaigne sorcerer who eventually met his end at Molly's hand. There are lots of servants with champagne, and there's a buffet as well as a small group of musicians. Catherine's mother's piano has been retuned and the man playing it is very skilled. (Molly) **Catherine herself looks very glamorous and like a proud hostess when she sees Elsie's face light up at the finery. Kurt looks at ease, sipping champagne * Molly whispers to Morgan (Molly) This is fancier than we ever made it, my love (Morgan) thats because we didn't like the people turning up * Molly smiles (Molly) And for the most part you didn't like those that lived here either * Morgan shrugs (Molly) **Catherine is welcoming Elsie, and she is introducing James. With Kurt at Catherine's side there is translation. HH and Inga are already drinking champagne, and hes turned on the charm offensive because she is blushing nearly as pink as the dress. Molly watches them before smiling at Morgan (Molly) Was he like this in the camps? (Morgan) constantly, though more out of something to do (Molly) It was boring there? *she takes a glass of champagne, thanking the maid who offers Morgan one* * Morgan takes one, thanking the maid (Morgan) Long cold nights with little to do * Molly smiles playfully at him (Molly) And you, mon petit chou? Were you often found flirting like that? * Morgan shakes his head (Morgan) far too shy * Molly smiles (Molly) **The music starts up before they're even halfway through the champagne, and it's a waltz. It works out quite simply at first, him and Molly, HH and Inga, Catherine and Kurt, Elsie and James. The latter two are laughing together as they try to find a solution to her belly and his missing arm. They seem relaxed and amused about their respective issues. Again Molly watches them (Molly) Would you like me to ask James not to tell her what happened to his arm? * Morgan sighs (Morgan) you think the savagery I'm capable of would upset her? (Molly) I wondered if perhaps it troubled you (Morgan) It was war * Molly nods, looking up at him. It is effortless for her to let him lead her to the music (Molly) It was. I am sure she would understand that (Morgan) I think the fact he and I are working closely together shows its not something he resents me for * Molly nods slowly, looking distracted * Morgan watches her, waiting (Molly) Yes, I think you're right * Molly looks to him with a little frown (Molly) [Strange, isn't it? You, Heinzharold, James, and Kit, all together in the camp at Dietmund six years ago, and then all here in this room] (Morgan) [somewhat, aye] (Molly) [A coincidence?] (Morgan) [I doubt it] (Molly) **She nods. They just catch HH wooing Inga with his florid Loyal Knight routine. Molly smiles** I'm glad he is going with you * Morgan nods (Morgan) as am I (Molly) And Claudia? (Morgan) of course * Molly nods. She's quiet for the rest of the song until it changes (Molly) **whispering** I think I prefered our close waltz in the ballroom on the Rose last week * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye (Molly) Perhaps when you have returned we may do that again? * Morgan nods (Morgan) absolutely (Molly) **Kurt asks Elsie to dance when the song changes, making a switch in partners sensible. He can choose to dance with Catherine or Inga** * Morgan heads to Inga (Molly) **Inga curtsies to him** ** You're now known as Inga (Morgan) my lady Inga, would you care to dance? * Inga smiles (Inga) Yes, your Excellency * Morgan takes her to the dance floor before starting to dance (Inga) You will look after my husband, won't you? * Morgan nods (Morgan) of course (Inga) If he gets really silly, it might be that hes worrying about something * Morgan nods (Morgan) I know (Inga) And he might pretend he is fine, but he might not be * Morgan nods (Inga) But you'll make sure he's alright? Only you can't say I asked you to, because he will think I dont think he will be alright * Morgan smiles slightly (Morgan) I'll make sure he's ok (Inga) Thank you. Do you think Elsie is having a good time? * Morgan glances at her (Inga) **Elsie is smiling as Kurt flirts with her** (Morgan) I'd say so (Inga) He's handsome, isnt he? (Morgan) K...Kurt? * Inga nods * Morgan nods (Morgan) it won him a lot of attention when he was last here * Inga looks at Molly dancing with James "Not hers though" * Morgan glances over (Inga) **Molly looks at ease dancing with James, they are talking together and smiling* * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) fairly sure her head was turned when she first met him * Inga shakes her head (Inga) She's been mad about you for ages (Morgan) I tend to drive people mad * Inga laughs (Inga) Not like that. She's going to really miss you * Morgan nods (Morgan) Its going to be hell without her * Inga nods (Inga) Heinzharold will take care of you * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye, I know (Inga) I will try to keep her upbeat (Morgan) I'd very much appreciate that * Inga nods. The music ends, and partners are changed again. He can choose any of the others * Morgan heads over to Catherine, bowing his head and asking her to dance ** You're now known as Catherine * Catherine nods (Catherine) How are you this evening? * Morgan smiles slightly (Morgan) conflicted... you? (Catherine) I am pleased with how well the staff have done. Since I started making a point of getting to know them more, it's like they _want_ to do things for me * Morgan nods (Morgan) I seem to recall telling you that'd happen * Catherine nods (Catherine) It looks good tonight * Morgan nods, looking around (Morgan) that it does (Catherine) **He can hear Molly giggling** * Morgan glances over (Catherine) **She's dancing with Heinzharold and blushing as he talks quietly to her. Catherine's gaze follows his** (Catherine) Your friend is quite the charmer * Morgan nods (Morgan) always has been (Catherine) This evening was a good idea. It is nice to be doing something helpful for her (Morgan) You've already helped... she looks much happier, dont you think? (Catherine) Yes she does (Catherine) Will you have returned before the child comes? (Morgan) I hope so (Catherine) It would be sad to come back and it be over (Morgan) yes, it would * Catherine looks at Elsie who is back dancing with James (Catherine) At least she had her wish tonight * Morgan nods (Morgan) thank you for doing this (Catherine) Its the least I could do (Morgan) Not at all (Catherine) **Their dance continues and he catches glimpses of Molly and Heinzharold laughing together as well as in more serious conversation. Inga seems happy enough dancing with Kurt, and Elsie and James definitely seem to have an attraction. They're dancing closer than the norm due to his arm and her stomach. The predictable movement gives him time to just be in the moment** (Catherine) ((Leave it there)) ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Tuesday, 5 October 2021 19:44:26 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Molly) **It's his turn to waltz with Elsie next. She curtsies as much as she can. She follows his lead, still not hugely confident, but she looks genuinely happy. Her belly brushes his stomach occasionally. Despite this unintentional closeness, Molly doesn't look jealous, because she's busy being waltzed by Kurt and they are giggling about something* (Morgan) You are enjoying yourself? ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Tuesday, 5 October 2021 20:32:16 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Elsie) Very much. Tonight has been like a dream come true, I never thought I would ever do something like this. (Morgan) Its even more unlikely since I'm wearing these horrid things *he nods to his breeches* (Elsie) I think they're smart, like in a novel (Morgan) You and James seem to be getting along... (Elsie) **The dancing continues around them quite fluidly, but the music isnt too loud to talk over (Elsie) He's really nice * Morgan nods (Elsie) You'll be gone before we're all up tomorrow I guess? (Morgan) Thats the plan, yes (Elsie) In case I don't get a chance to see you again, I want to thank you again for taking me out of that place and making my last few weeks so happy and easy. * Morgan nods slightly (Morgan) its the very least I could do. I think what happened is going to be the catalyst for bringing the whole community together again... * Elsie nods (Elsie) That would be something (Morgan) The adoption has been agreed, just the final paperwork to draw up. Your child is going to be well looked after and loved * Elsie smiles (Elsie) I am glad about that. I hope they have a happy life * Morgan nods (Morgan) did... did James tell you about his arm? (Elsie) War wound, he said. I didn't know you'd had a bit of fighting in Eisen (Morgan) A bit of fighting in the same sense you're a bit pregnant... * Elsie smiles (Elsie) Definitely feels like a lot of pregnant * Morgan nods (Morgan) the whole country was at war... * Elsie nods (Elsie) He has a good sense of humour about it. I think that's important. No matter what bad things happen to you, you have to look for the good * Morgan nods (Morgan) I'm working on that (Elsie) You've got so much good in your life * Morgan nods (Morgan) I nearly threw it all away * Elsie looks surprised (Elsie) Why? (Morgan) When my first wife and my daughter died, I ran from home... I ended up here, trying to get myself killed (Elsie) I can understand that. After getting cast out by my family and the baby's daddy disappearing, when my boy was stillborn I found it tough to see what the point in any of it was * Morgan nods (Elsie) Then I just tried to remind myself that even the rainy days dont last forever, and that maybe happiness would find me again * Morgan nods (Morgan) I'm getting to that point now * Elsie nods (Elsie) I don't like when people say things happen for a reason, but I do think that the hard things that have happened are all a part of my life and who I am. They're not good things, but they are pieces of me * Morgan nods (Morgan) People who say things happen for a reason, I think thats like saying you did something to deserve it... * Elsie nods (Elsie) People would say this happened to me because of the job I was doing and how it was sinful (Morgan) There were murmurings of that... People come around eventually given enough time for me to stare at them * Elsie shrugs (Elsie) I think they think it's more salacious and interesting than it is. But really, it's just a job like any other. You have a task, do the task, get paid. That's it. (Morgan) They see it from their side of it, I think... and yet none of them get to hold a ball at the home of a duchess... * Elsie nods (Elsie) I've been very lucky * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) I think you deserve it * Elsie smiles (Elsie) Perhaps if I am gone when you arrive, you'll try to remember how I looked for the sunny days and so should you? * Morgan nods (Morgan) I will try * Elsie nods (Elsie) You're a lucky man, you have a family and friends that love you * Morgan nods (Elsie) **This waltz ends, and there's a brief break for refreshments. Then there's a couple of lively quadrilles, which are a lot of fun, surprisingly. Then a final waltz sees Molly back in his arms** ** You're now known as Molly (Molly) Well, here you are, my love, back where you belong *she smiles softly. The music is slower and quieter this time* * Morgan nods (Morgan) indeed * Molly looks around at the others. Everyone seems to be winding down. Inga and Heinzharold look like they would happily be kissing here in the makeshift ballroom. Molly looks at Morgan with a smile. (Molly) They are so good together, arent they? * Morgan nods (Morgan) D'you know, she isn't even slightly effected by my staring at her... * Molly smiles (Molly) Strange, isnt it? (Morgan) its disconcerting * Molly giggles (Molly) Maybe I will have her teach me whilst you're away * Morgan raises an eyebrow (Morgan) You don't need it * Molly shakes her head (Molly) Then you underestimate the effect your expressions have on me * Morgan shrugs slightly (Morgan) perhaps (Molly) _I_ would find it awfully difficult to keep anything from your with The Look. (Morgan) thats the point of it... doesn't work on her in the slightest * Molly nods (Molly) Does it work on Claudia or Heinzharold? * Morgan frowns (Morgan) I don't know... probably not (Molly) It would disappoint you for it not work on me anymore? (Morgan) No, I don't need to use it on you (Molly) I wouldn't mind having a version of that myself though... *she smiles, then whispers* one that works without the sparkliness * Morgan chuckles * Molly closes her eyes a moment, before giving him a very serious look much in the vein of his Look. She stays very straight faced, looking directly into his eyes (Molly) Like this...? (Morgan) that might work on some (Molly) But not you, mon petit chou? * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) I can't say anyone's ever been able to have a similar effect on me * Molly develops a brief look of mischief before she gives him a look that she has likely picked up from Verity. It's the one he last saw Verity use when she calmly chastised Edward for tattling to Adalbrecht after HH and Ingas wedding. * Morgan winces * Molly stops it (Molly) Would that work? (Morgan) there's a good chance I'd say * Molly nods (Molly) It isnt something I would choose though... I prefer more subtle... * Morgan nods * Molly takes a little breath in through her nose, her eyes opening a little wider. She watches him with open adoration as if spellbound (Morgan) oh thats.... not fair * Molly smiles slightly, still watching him like that (Molly) Is your Look fair, my love? (Morgan) its not supposed to be * Molly nods slightly (Molly) And this is quite mild, really (Morgan) No doubt * Molly bites her lip (Molly) You'd prefer not to see the rest, hmm? (Morgan) No, not right now my love * Molly nods. She watches Elsie and James who are watching each other as they dance but say little. Molly sighs a little. (Molly) Wish me luck with this, liebling... (Morgan) how do you intend to handle it? (Molly) I have no idea. I had not even considered there would be an attraction (Morgan) Would you like me to talk to him, explain the situation clearly? * Molly shakes her head (Molly) I already have (Morgan) and? (Molly) He was non-committal about the attraction but seemed to understand that the outcome is almost certainly not going to be good * Morgan nods (Morgan) At least he knows * Molly nods (Molly) Yes. It won't be a surprise. * Morgan nods * Molly drops her hand from his shoulder as the music stops, curtseying as she should. She looks serious rather than playful. Meanwhile the other couples are doing likewise * Morgan bows to her (Molly) **Elsie address the dancers and also the servants by coughing to get attention** I wanted to thank every one of you for this evening. It's been the happiest night of my life, and I am so grateful to have had this. **Molly whispers a translation to HH and Inga** (Molly) **Catherine is the first to assure her it was her pleasure to host them and that all the hard work was done by her wonderful staff, which has the maids and men all looking pleased. She also thanks the musicians* (Molly) **The chatter is brief, the servants looking eager to clear up. With Elsie tired out, they all say goodnight to Catherine and Kurt. Elsie is on James's arm again, and HH walks beside Morgan at the back, the wives in the middle** Went well, don'cha think? ** You're now known as HH * Morgan nods (Morgan) I think so (HH) Some folks gonna be sleepin' like logs t'night * Morgan nods (HH) **Molly and Inga walk arm in arm, talking very quietly. He could probably make it out if he strains* (HH) Doubt it'll be me though * Morgan nods, trying to hear (Morgan) whys? (HH) Don' wanna miss a minute with 'er * Morgan nods (HH) M: It is just like Lady Koertig said. You never send him off with tears, and you never let the children be there as they ride out if they might cry. You smile, and kiss his cheek, and tell him you will miss him but you'll be quite well. (HH) I: That won't be easy (Morgan) reckon you'll crash as soon as we're out of dock * HH is obviously not listening to them, he's busy opening a flask and offering it to Morgan as they cross the grass (HH) Poss'bly * Morgan takes it, sipping at it before handing it back * HH does the same (HH) M: No, but she said it's so that when he is fighting he isn't worrying about home, and when he is resting he thinks of your sweet, happy face and it soothes him rather than makes him anxious for you. (HH) I: I will try my best. What about tonight? What should I do tonight? (HH) You stayin' up? (Morgan) Not if she sleeps... * HH winks theatrically (HH) Uh huh (HH) *Molly giggles* Unsurprisingly she did not give any instructions for the night before, so I would do whatever you wish to! **this starts Inga giggling too* * Morgan shrugs * HH 's attention is caught by his wife's laughing, and he watches her as they arrive at the cottages. He bids them all goodnight * Morgan bids them goodnight (HH) **Molly says goodnight to Inga and HH, going in herself. This leaves Morgan, Elsie and James, the latter of whom is supposed to be sharing the cottage with HH and Inga on the doorstep. The two of them are looking at each other* * Morgan looks at James (Morgan) I won't see you in the morning. Take care of them. (HH) J: Did you leave me that letter for what to do if you dont return, my lord? (Morgan) I'll make sure I do. I'll give you two some privacy (HH) J: *he blushes* I should let you all retire (HH) **Elsie looks at Morgan for translation* (Morgan) He thinks he should let us retire... If you wish to spend some time with him, make it obvious to him, he's shy (HH) *Elsie nods, taking James's hand. He looks at it before smiling, blushing more* J: Uhh, good night my lord * Morgan inclines his head, going inside ** You're now known as Molly * Molly is removing her cloak (Molly) I am going to help Elsie get out of her gown and take off her makeup, if you're going for a walkabout? (Morgan) Elsie is... talking to James * Molly frowns a little (Molly) But they dont speak the same language * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) I don't think thats hindering them much * Molly looks confused (Molly) Oh? Oh... *she smiles* the sort of language we all understand, regardless of our tongues? (Morgan) I suspect so, yes * Molly nods (Molly) Are you walking about, or would you like to stay here and talking to me in the same way whilst we wait for Elsie to be ready for help? (Morgan) I thought I'd stay here * Molly nods, taking his hand and leads him to the parlour with the clear intent of kissing him a while, but they find Claudia there by the fire ** Morgan has quit (Quit: Leaving) ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Wednesday, 6 October 2021 20:57:12 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea * Molly bites her lip to cover the smile. Meanwhile Claudia looks to Morgan (Molly) C: Good night? (Morgan) Elsie thoroughly enjoyed herself, so I'd say its a success (Molly) C: *she stands up* I'm going for a walk around. You coming? (Morgan) Aye, alright.... but we'll have to go left out of the cottage... dont' wan't to be interrupting Elsie and James talking (Molly) C: Go the back way? (Molly) **Claudia pulls on her coat* * Molly squeezes his hand (Molly) I'll see you soon * Morgan nods, pulling his coat on and heading for the door ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Wednesday, 6 October 2021 21:22:31 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You have joined #7thsea ** You're now known as Claudia (Claudia) **Taking the route from the rear door they make the loop around the estate. Claudia is her usual quiet self til about half way when she says** You said there were monsters here before. Any chance they'll return whilst we're gone? (Morgan) Always a chance (Claudia) Worried? (Morgan) of course * Claudia nods (Claudia) What's the deal with Elsie and James? (Morgan) I think they're sweet on eachother (Claudia) You allowing that? (Morgan) I wouldn't because... (Claudia) **The servants are still at work in the great hall as they pass the windows* * Claudia looks at him (Claudia) Because you more than anyone knows what it's going to do to him when she dies (Morgan) difference being he knows its going to happen (Claudia) That'll help, will it? * Claudia sounds disbelieving (Morgan) Not especially... a little maybe. He won't also have to deal with the shock of it * Claudia shrugs (Claudia) Your choice. (Morgan) Not really... He's been warned whats coming, and she's well aware of it... I think she deserves to have someone lavish attention on her without it being a precursor to a business transaction * Claudia shrugs again (Claudia) I suppose so (Morgan) For now they're just sweet on eachother... maybe that'll be the end of it * Claudia nods (Claudia) Gonna have issues if he's in a bad way over it when we get back? * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) I managed with John Dagget * Claudia nods (Claudia) **They are almost back to the cottage when Claudia asks** Would you do it all again, knowing what you know now? * Morgan stops (Morgan) I already did, didn't I (Claudia) Not what I meant, but fair point (Morgan) You mean if I'd known they were going to die would I have done it anyway? (Claudia) If you'd known the pain you'd end up with, would you still choose the years of happiness. (Morgan) Without a doubt * Claudia nods (Claudia) Makes sense I suppose * Morgan nods, watching her a moment (Morgan) deep and meaningful conversation for us... * Claudia nods (Claudia) Yeah. (Morgan) Somethin' on your mind? (Claudia) Like what? * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) No idea (Claudia) Start walking before it rains. Just thought of it because you're letting James do something that will end badly, and I'm trying to understand _why_ (Morgan) rain in Avalon? Surely not. *he moves off* Its easier knowing they're at rest... they were loved so well they had no need to stay, is what I was told... (Claudia) By who? (Morgan) Thats rather complicated * Claudia shrugs (Claudia) Alright. Never thought they weren't, to be honest (Morgan) I did (Claudia) How come? (Claudia) **they are crossing the lawn by the well, no sign of Elsie and James (Morgan) I figured the way they died would stop them crossing over, blaming me for it... (Claudia) She wouldn't have blamed you for anything, she thought the sun shone out of your backside * Morgan shrugs * Claudia just walks, looking at the cottages (Claudia) Setting off as early as we can? (Morgan) Aye. Sorgi's going to be getting the Rose ready at first light * Claudia nods (Claudia) Best get some sleep then. It's your old couch for me tonight (Morgan) giving them space? (Claudia) James is having my room * Morgan nods * Claudia opens the door (Claudia) Night Morgan * Morgan nods (Morgan) g'night * Claudia goes in. The rain starts * Morgan heads into the cottage (Claudia) **there's no light downstairs at all ** You're now known as Molly (Morgan) [blossom?] (Molly) [Yes, my love?] (Morgan) [where are you?] (Molly) [In bed...] * Morgan heads up to the bedroom (Molly) **Molly is indeed in bed, her own makeup removed and hair undone when he gets there. She's writing in her journal** (Morgan) surprisingly for where we are... its raining * Molly closes the journal, setting it on the nightstand beside another (Molly) Are you wet, my love? *she manages not to smirk at the connotation** (Morgan) No, I managed to avoid the rain * Molly nods (Molly) I have something for you... (Morgan) oh? * Molly hands him the book. It's tied shut with a blue ribbon that smells of her (Molly) All finished, my love. * Morgan nods, looking it over (Morgan) I look forward to reading it (Molly) *she smiles, watching him fondly* Twenty eight Good Mornings, and twenty eight Good Nights of an intimate and suggestive nature. (Morgan) twenty eight? (Molly) Incase you are delayed or very very lonely * Morgan nods (Molly) Everything will be quite well, I am sure * Morgan nods (Morgan) I expect so * Molly watches him, whispering (Molly) Elsie kissed James. (Morgan) I'm not terribly surprised (Molly) I was. But apparently sometimes a girl needs to be very forward with a man who is prone to shyness... (Morgan) apparently so * Molly watches him with a smile (Molly) All your things are packed and ready for the morning, there's only the book to be put in now * Morgan nods (Morgan) thank you my love (Molly) Are you coming to bed? * Morgan nods, getting undressed * Molly gets settled beneath the sheets, waiting for him * Morgan slides in beside her (Molly) Do you wish to lie here and talk a while, my love? * Morgan nods * Molly finds his hand beneath the sheet and weaves her fingers between his (Molly) What would you like to discuss? (Morgan) I don't know, actually (Molly) We love each other, we will miss each other, we will keep ourselves as safe as we can for each other, and neither will have our heads turned by anyone else? * Morgan nods (Molly) I will start sending a messenger in two weeks to the dock each day to leave a note with the harbour master so as soon as you moor up you can find out how things stand here * Morgan nods (Morgan) thats an excellent idea (Molly) Mmhmm. I have many excellent ideas, as you will read (Morgan) I look forward to it (Molly) I hope so. It's in Avalonian, I dread to think how much Heinzharold would tease you if he read any of it! (Morgan) He can be rather merciless * Molly smiles (Molly) As can I... (Morgan) oh? (Molly) Well, if you weren't quite intent on us talking, perhaps I might have shown you? (Morgan) I could probably be persuaded... (Molly) Oh really? * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) maybe * Molly smiles "Though really it would not stop you from talking, only me from answering..." (Morgan) oh really? (Molly) Mmhmm. Starting from your mouth and working down, mine would be far too busy to respond * Morgan nods (Molly) Mercilessly. For hours. (Morgan) I suspect I could bear such * Molly nods, moving closer to him with a smile. "I am going to test that most vigorously, mein sehnsucht" (Morgan) I certainly hope so (Molly) Mmhmm. **she kisses him softly. As she intended, the next two hours is spent with her kissing his body, his hands, his neck in a drawn out foreplay before she then does mercilessly take him close to release over and over with her mouth, or her hand, or climbing atop him and riding him. Between each almost-peak, she lovingly touches his body or kisses him gently** * Molly gives no indication that she isn't going to stop this time, and instead has her hand over his heart as she continues her rhythm until he loses himself in the intensity of the release he's waited so long for** * Morgan lays still, utterly spent ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Thursday, 7 October 2021 13:35:42 British Summer Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea * Molly is gentle as she dismounts, lying close beside him to regain her breath (Molly) I hope that is a good enough farewell? * Morgan nods, breathing deeply * Molly is quietly close to him a while before saying (Molly) Did you still wish to talk? * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) not sure we need to (Molly) What more is there to say really? (Morgan) quite (Molly) Oh! No, I do know. (Molly) You are doing the right thing by going, and I am proud of you for doing so. (Morgan) Thank you blossom (Molly) That was all. Shall I sing for you? (Morgan) please * Molly does so, singing in Avalonian. It doesn't take long for him to fall asleep (Molly) **He dreams again of the cast, of having to wait for hours with little news before being called suddenly. He watches her pain increase, and the bleeding increase. Marta whispers to him that he needs to say goodbye, which seems so wrong. (Molly) **That is not how it is supposed to happen, she is his new life, the candle that led him from the darkness. She can't be snuffed out like this, not when he needs her so much. Yet the blood pours from her unceasing, and she becomes so cold and quiet. (Molly) **He tells her he loves her, that he will always remember her. He kisses her soft pale lips, and she breathes her last against his mouth before she relaxes completely, slumping against him** (Molly) **"I'm sorry, Morgan. It was just too much for her" Marta says. But he is not listening, because he is holding her limp body so tightly, and his heart is broken all over again** (Molly) **A sharp wince wakes him, his hands so tight on her waist and upper arm as he holds her from behind to his body in a rigid grip** * Morgan lets go * Molly sounds a little pained "It's alright, liebling, it's alright" (Morgan) sorry blossom (Molly) ((Distress and desperation?)) (Morgan) ((fairly high)) (Molly) **his fingers are quite tingly** * Molly turns over to face him "nightmare?" * Morgan rubs his fingers together, nodding (Molly) Do you need me to fix your fingers? * Morgan nods * Molly concentrates a moment, hand on his chest. She says "Shh..." and he can feel his body settle a little like when he purposefully lowers his heart rate. The tingling stops (Molly) Better? * Morgan nods (Morgan) thank you (Molly) Do you wish to tell me? (Morgan) the cast... * Molly nods slowly (Molly) I'm sorry *she gently strokes his hair* (Morgan) No need to be (Molly) Are you alright? (Morgan) I think so * Molly looks at him in the very low light of the moon through the window (Molly) Is there anything you need from me? Anything at all? (Morgan) I don't know blossom (Molly) Do you wish to listen to my heart as before? *she speaks softly, quietly* * Morgan nods (Morgan) yes * Molly moves her pillows so she's propped up as she has done before, and gently taps her chest when she is ready * Morgan moves, putting his ear to her chest * Molly 's heart sounds strong and regular as usual. She strokes his hair (Molly) Is that better, my love? * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye (Molly) It's probably just because you are concerned about leaving (Morgan) I imagine so, aye (Molly) Everything will be well, liebling. Soon you will be right back here where you belong now (Morgan) I'll come back as soon as I can (Molly) I know you will. The moment you can, you will be here. I do not doubt it for a second * Morgan nods * Molly relaxes a little (Molly) It's still early I think * Morgan tries to get a feel for the time (Molly) **he's been asleep barely an hour, and it's around one o'clock** (Morgan) you're right * Molly nods (Molly) You'll try to sleep, my love? * Morgan nods (Morgan) for a while at least * Molly nods again, then kisses his crown (Molly) Here is fine... * Morgan nods, closing his eyes * Molly holds him gently. Just before he falls asleep he gets a sense of her feelings, a deep and tender protectiveness of him ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout)