------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Sunday, 31 October 2021 17:53:31 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (HH) **Varick talks his ear off about trips to town, Sunnymeade, running around Catherine's house whilst enjoying being pushed on the swing. Soon there's Heinzharold's voice and Molly's laughter from within the cottage before the man strolls out into the garden, in clean clothes and looking very cheerful** (HH) V: He looks very happy (Morgan) He's missed Inga very much (HH) **Varick makes Morgan stop the swing, and gets down to go to hug Heinzharold, who lifts him up and puts him on his shoulders before jogging around the garden making silly horse noises, delighting the boy** (HH) Brrrrr... Are ye going to fetch the knight know as Sir Kurt of HandsomeFace, yer majesty? (HH) Known* * Morgan nods (Morgan) Would you let Molly know thats where I've gone? Want to check in with Lady Torrington too (HH) [Liebes herz, do you wish me to unpack your backs and have the servants wash your clothes?] **in his things are the bracelet with Iselilija mentioned on the paper, used cream flannels from this morning's clean up, and the book with the page marked from the evening letters for days ago** (HH) Neigh! (HH) **Varick laughs** (Morgan) [No, I'll deal with them when I get back. I'm just going to find Kurt and Lady Torrington] (HH) [Alright my love] (HH) I'll take yer majesty's words to our beloved queen, an' say yer majesty wished me to say she is the most beautiful flower in the garden (Morgan) You keep that sentiment to yourself thank you (HH) V: But that's a nice thing to say? Mama would like it * Morgan looks at HeinzHarold * HH starts chuckling, prancing around * Morgan shakes his head before wandering towards the main house ** You're now known as Kit * Kit and Catherine are in the library playing chess * Morgan wanders in * Kit stands up (Kit) Morgan, good morning * Morgan nods to him (Morgan) Lieutenant (Kit) **Catherine stands too** Welcome back, Morgan. What news do you have? (Morgan) Your Grace... It took some time, but we've got him... The lieutenant and I have a few things to do with him, but then we can hand him over to your sheriff... all is in place? As you know he is academy trained and rather... slippery. (Kit) **Catherine smiles broadly** Well done Morgan! I knew if anyone could do it it would be you! * Morgan nods slightly (Morgan) sheer bloody mindedness... this trial... is the outcome to be certain? (Kit) C: The trial is just a formality, we have all spoken to the judge so that he knows the details, but he would like to speak to you also * Morgan nods (Morgan) Good. When will it be? (Kit) C: Wednesday, there needs to be time to get the townsfolk prepared for it and summon the executioner * Morgan nods (Morgan) When does he want to see me? (Kit) C: Before Wednesday * Morgan nods (Morgan) I'll need his details so I can find him (Kit) **She provides them* I'm so impressed with you, Morgan, thank you for doing all of this (Morgan) Its the right thing to do, thats all... how is Mr Roberts getting on? (Kit) C: Very well so far. Have you heard anything from your contacts? * Morgan nods (Morgan) His references are good... suffice to say, they'd rehire him in an instant (Kit) **She smiles* Wonderful. He is taking a tour around the boundary line of my lands, but he should be back tomorrow (Morgan) Good, I need to talk to him (Kit) Did you want to get Dau in the jail today? I am going to be in place down there myself, so I will need to take my kit (Morgan) I want him off my ship * Kit nods (Kit) When are you going to be ready to go? (Morgan) Soon, I want to get it done so I can get back to my wife (Kit) [The most beautiful flower, hmm? **she sounds amused**] (Kit) I'll meet you at the stable in ten minutes? * Morgan nods (Morgan) Very good... if your grace will excuse me? (Kit) **She nods** of course, thank you. Please let me know how much I owe you (Morgan) owe me? (Kit) C: Your sailors wages, your travel costs, food and lodgings... * Morgan nods (Morgan) I'll work it out (Kit) **she nods, excusing him* * Morgan heads back to the cottage (Kit) **There's still horses noises and child laughter from the back garden, and Molly singing in the kitchen * Morgan heads into the kitchen ** You're now known as Molly * Molly smiles at him, tying up cloth parcels (Molly) I know said you're not hungry... (Morgan) but... (Molly) But I've made you some lunch to take with you, just incase you get hungry * Morgan nods (Morgan) we're heading out in a few minutes * Molly nods, smiling slightly (Molly) Needs must * Morgan nods (Morgan) I'll be back as soon as I can (Molly) I dearly hope so, my love (Morgan) There's something else to talk about... mr Roberts * Molly watches him, smiling. She picks up the lunch "perhaps you'd like to take your package?" * Morgan nods, taking it (Molly) What about him, my love? (Morgan) I think there's some connection to your family... but we'll discuss it later * Molly nods (Molly) Alright, liebling. Incidentally, Heinzharold did not tell me, Varick told me you and he were discussing if I was the most beautiful flower in the garden! (Morgan) I'm going to make him explain it next time... * Molly giggles (Molly) I dread to think! * Morgan nods, moving to kiss her (Morgan) I'll be back as soon as I can * Molly watches him adoringly, kissing him softly (Molly) I very much look forward to it, my love * Morgan nods, moving back through the door and beckoning HeinzHarold (Molly) **He comes back, setting Varick down** (Morgan) Time to go... ** You're now known as HH (HH) Yes, my liege, let us travel forth to the great city of t'Awstock, an' finish our great quest (Morgan) Yes, that (HH) **Molly bites her lip, smiling. She curtsies to Morgan, which makes Varick laugh** Farewell, your Majesty **she looks up at him coyly** * HH laughs, opening the door * Morgan raises an eyebrow at her before shoving HeinzHarold out of the door (HH) **Molly blows him a kiss* (HH) **Varick finds this even funnier* * HH laughs, grinning "Good to be 'ome!" * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye, it is * HH glances toward his own bedroom window with a smile (HH) Maybe Inga will be awake wh'n we get back (Morgan) Gone to sleep has she? * HH nods (HH) Needed a little rest **he smirks** (Morgan) Ah, the disappointment of expending all that energy for such a short performance... (HH) **They make their way toward the stables* (HH) Nah, told her some of your jokes whilst she was all happy after, bored 'er right to sleep * Morgan nods (Morgan) Borrowed them from you... (Morgan) I'll need you to ride a little ahead of Kit and I... * HH looks at him, smirking more (HH) Oh aye, picked 'im, did ya? (Morgan) He's mildly less annoying... (HH) Mus' be a saint, b'cause I'm delightful! (HH) I'll ride on ahead, try an' work out what this surprise Inga has f' me... * Morgan snorts (Morgan) Good luck with that... (HH) 'Ow is it you know but I don't? * Morgan smiles (Morgan) Its the way of life * HH rolls his eyes (HH) Better start practisin' my surprised face (Morgan) I don't think you'll need to * HH makes a theatrical expression of shock (HH) Like tha'? (Morgan) Think that might upset her * HH nods (HH) Better jus' grin then (Morgan) Don't think you'll have any issue there (HH) Guess I'll have t' let ya know after I've seen it * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) aye I suppose * HH does ride ahead of Morgan and Kit, starting his song again at nine hundred and ninety thousand, nine hundred and eighty seven beers on the wall. Kit smiles ** You're now known as Kit (Kit) How was the trip? (Morgan) Awful. The weather and constantly missing them took its toll * Kit nods (Kit) How is Molly today? Apparently she was quite unwell yesterday and there were concerns about it spreading? (Morgan) No, she's fine * Kit nods (Kit) Good timing. What is the current situation with Dau? * Morgan looks at him (Morgan) I need you to tell me something first... (Kit) Oh? (Morgan) If the Order changed their mind on what happens to Dau now, would you tell me? * Kit thinks about it (Kit) I don't know (Morgan) Then we have an issue, don't we (Kit) I do not see any reason they would have. There is no benefit at all to his continued existence. (Morgan) How can I trust that you are not simply saying what I wish to hear? (Kit) Ultimately, you can't. But the Order wouldn't want to alienate you (Morgan) Then I think perhaps Dau should stay on the Rose, in my brig * Kit nods (Kit) I have no issue with that (Morgan) You'll be coming back here then? (Kit) If he is staying on your ship, yes. I am only going because I don't trust the local sheriff enough (Morgan) Then he stays on the Rose. Don't take offence, but this bastard is not living a day longer than absolutely necessary, and I fulfilled my end of the bargain * Kit nods (Kit) No offense at all. He'll be dead before the weekend (Kit) How controlled is he? (Morgan) in what respect? (Kit) How difficult is he being? (Morgan) He's not... I prepared him to follow my instructions, yours, and a couple of my crew... and to follow them as if they were what he wanted to do all along. * Kit nods (Kit) Practical. We'll get him in front of the solicitor and then it is just a waiting game. * Morgan nods (Morgan) he's been instructed not to try to escape, or to try to harm himself or kill himself... I don't see him doing the last two anyway, but better safe... * Kit nods (Kit) Definitely (Kit) Catherine is going to be present for the trial and the execution * Morgan nods, breathing in hard (Morgan) I don't like it... but its necessary (Kit) We can not stop her (Morgan) speak for yourself... but I think it'll make a big step towards mending things here * Kit nods (Kit) She needs to show her authority and that she will do what is needed to protect her people * Morgan nods (Morgan) and being at the execution shows she won't flinch from that (Kit) Will Molly and Elsie be attending either? (Morgan) I don't know yet. * Kit nods (Kit) I am almost certain the execution will be Thursday * Morgan nods (Morgan) good (Kit) No doubt the company would be good for Catherine. Are you attending? * Morgan glances at him (Morgan) Absolutely. * Kit nods (Kit) And your friends? (Morgan) No doubt a couple of them will, yes * Kit nods (Kit) Most of the town too, no doubt * Morgan nods (Kit) Once it is over, it will be time for me to think about returning home * Morgan nods (Morgan) You'll have some time with family? * Kit shrugs (Kit) I wont know that until I check in with the Order. I may be travelling again immediately. It's a busy life. (Morgan) I think your parents would like some time with you ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Sunday, 31 October 2021 21:07:33 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Kit) I know, but Eisen must come first * Morgan nods (Morgan) I suppose so (Kit) **he's almost at the mile point when he gets a flash of her thoughts. She is removing her dress in front of the mirror, running a hand over her bottom, squeezing gently. (Kit) I will write to them (Morgan) Do... they miss you, badly * Kit nods (Kit) **HH continues his singing for most of the time. It's soon easy to tune him out. They pass Sunnymeade before arriving in the town** (Kit) I'll get the solicitor ready, and you can bring Dau? * Morgan nods (Morgan) You are going to prep him on what he's signing? (Kit) That it's a will made by a prisoner who will be tried this week, yes (Morgan) I mean Dau... (Kit) I am happy to deal with all of that, yes * Morgan nods (Kit) Are you limiting your contact with him? (Morgan) Somewhat... though, given that my dislike for him is well known, it would be best if I were not seen influencing him with regards to the will... * Kit nods (Kit) Do you want to wait at the ship and I will take him and bring him back? (Morgan) No... for my own peace of mind, I want to see what he signs... besides, my capturing him leads nicely in not wanting him out of my sight * Kit nods (Kit) I'll see you at the solicitors **he gives the name and address of the one who dealt with Sunnymeade** * Morgan nods (Morgan) I'll be along soon * Kit leaves whilst Morgan and HH press on to the Rose, finding Sorgi and Claudia on deck ** You're now known as Sorgi (Sorgi) Good afternoon, m'lord. Everyone well? ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Sunday, 31 October 2021 21:47:52 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Sorgi) Good afternoon, m'lord, everyone well? * Morgan nods (Morgan) well enough... been a change of plans (Sorgi) What is that? (Morgan) the lieutenant doesn't trust the sheriff... I don't particularly trust the lieutenant... so after Dau has seen the solicitor, he's coming back here... I know you want him off the ship, but I think its where we need to keep him * Sorgi nods. Claudia is just watching Morgan (Sorgi) Very good m'lord. I was going to suggest another shore leave at Kingston, its known they won't be trouble there, but would you prefer we stay in Tawstock? (Morgan) No, its fine * Morgan looks at Claudia (Morgan) say your piece... (Sorgi) C: *she shakes her head* Nothing to say. What do you want me doing? * Morgan shrugs (Sorgi) C: You want me at Lady Torrington's checking the guard's are passable? (Morgan) No, I'll do that... I want you near the Rose... I don't anticipate anyone coming for Dau but, lets not take any chances (Sorgi) HH: Keep it quiet yer going to Kingston, gonna be hard to do anything to a ship that's not where she's sposed to be * Morgan nods (Morgan) good shout * Sorgi smiles "Having Claudia here makes sense, we can take it in turns supervising Dau or the men in the brothel (Sorgi) **Claudia shrugs slightly** whatever works * Morgan nods (Sorgi) C: Want me to fetch him? * Morgan nods (Sorgi) **She goes below. HH watches her** * Sorgi smiles (Sorgi) Molly and Varick were glad to see you, m'lord? * Morgan nods (Morgan) very much * Sorgi nods (Sorgi) Still might be a few weeks before you're ready to leave Tawstock again? (Morgan) I don't think so... why would it be? (Sorgi) Until Elsie's baby is born * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye (Sorgi) **Claudia walks on up the stairs, not even bothering to check he is following. He is, head down, keeping pace with her but at a distance. HH checks she cant see before gesturing to Morgan $Aye aye, Cap'n Claudia, Ma'am$ * Morgan shakes his head slightly (Sorgi) C: Ready, Morgan? * Morgan nods, walking down the gangplank (Sorgi) C: **she looks at Dau* Follow Morgan. **he does so** (Sorgi) **Claudia and HH bring up the rear** * Morgan leads the way back to the solicitors ** You're now known as Claudia (Claudia) **Everything at the Solicitors goes smoothly, Kit prepping Dau before the document handing everything to his sister is signed. Morgan gets to see it once he is done. Kit leaves Dau with them, going into the town to send some letters off. HH returns Kai to the brig before returning on deck** (Claudia) HH: so who's going where now? (Morgan) Sorgi is moving the Rose, I'm going to see the judge (Claudia) **HH nods: I'll come with y' then * Morgan nods (Morgan) alright (Claudia) **Goodbyes are said. The judge is the same man Molly relinquished her citizenship to, and his chambers are next to the courtroom** ** You're now known as Judge (Judge) I won't keep you long, I just have a few questions * Morgan nods (Judge) I have taken statements from everyone involved. Do you want to make one? (Morgan) is it needed? What new information could mine contain? (Judge) Generally people like to tell their stories. It gives them closure and helps them move on from it * Morgan shrugs (Judge) I will be stressing the abhorrence of his actions, but I do not want to inspire any like-minded men to develop an interest in such unnatural acts. Do you agree? * Morgan nods (Judge) Also, many of the local women will be interested in seeing a rapist brought to justice, I would shield them where possible (Judge) Now, the next problem is your wife... (Morgan) The people will see what they will see... he isn't just a rapist. (Judge) The statements make it quite clear that Elsie was selected due to her resemblance to Duchess Koertig. Would you like that to be downplayed where possible? (Morgan) Why? (Judge) Most men would not want their wives entangled in this (Morgan) Molly grew up here... I think its important that because one Tawstock girl was made safe from it, another was selected is important. (Judge) Ahh... yes... however, it is only very recently that the people have realised they made an error in judging her when Mr Forrester cast her out. There may be some speculation about what she may have done to incur his wrath (Morgan) He wanted her ship. He wanted to... own her... he wanted what he could not have. She did nothing to warrant that. (Judge) I simply want to to be aware that the speculation may be unpleasant * Morgan nods (Morgan) and so can I * Judge nods (Judge) Will you be attending the trial? * Morgan nods (Morgan) I think so, yes (Judge) And your wife? (Morgan) I'm hoping she won't (Judge) Very well. That was all I needed to ask you * Morgan nods, standing up (Judge) **The solicitor thanks him and bids him farewell. He and HH ride towards Catherine's again. Outside Sunnymeade, Pete and Beth just walking up the drive towards them. She has a prominent waddle now, her bump easily as big as Dietlinde's was the final few days before Jana was born. She looks cheerful though, all the children wandering along behind them, Mary being helped by William** ** You're now known as Beth * Beth and her family wave to Morgan, obviously planning to chat * Morgan pulls up at their drive, looking to HeinzHarold (Morgan) Go on, I'll not keep you away from her (Beth) **HH inclines his head before riding on** (Beth) Good afternoon, Morgan, it's good to see you are home (Morgan) Beth... how are you doing? (Beth) Well enough, thank you. I am not sure I can bear another few weeks of this though! * Morgan nods (Beth) *Peter wraps an arm casually around her* You won't go overdue, you never do (Beth) Have you seen Molly yet? * Morgan nods (Morgan) briefly (Beth) Oh! We won't keep you then! How is Elsie though? No pains? (Morgan) Not that I'm aware of... I've not had time to see her yet * Beth nods (Beth) I am sure we'll see them again soon. Take care, Morgan (Morgan) and you (Beth) **He catches HH up easily. The ride back seems slow, and HH sings for a lot of it. Once more Morgan is back to the cottage, it must be around half after three. There's noone in the kitchen, everything feels calm, but he can faintly hear voices behind the parlour door. ** You are now disconnected