------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Tuesday, 4 January 2022 17:44:40 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Varick) [16:39] * Molly comes to him, kissing his cheek "alright my love" ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Tuesday, 4 January 2022 18:50:43 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Varick) [18:50] (Varick) [16:39] * Molly comes to him, kissing his cheek "alright my love" * Morgan nods, going in search of Inga (Varick) **In the big cottage kitchen Varick is feeding both the cats scraps of meat and they meow in synchronicity. Inga and HH are stood talking quietly* (Morgan) ah, that explains it * Varick looks up from where he is crouched (Varick) Papa, he's just a stable cat! (Morgan) just a stable cat? (Varick) He is no one's pet. **He makes puppy dog eyes at Morgan** That means he has no family and noone loves him. (Varick) HH laughs: Looks like his Mama when he does that. (Morgan) does it indeed? Maybe HeinzHarold could care for him (Varick) I: He'd spend all day sneezing! (Varick) No, Papa, he wants to be my cat! (Morgan) Does he * Varick nods. He feeds them bit more (Varick) HH grins at Morgan: Lookin' like y' just became a fam'ly of five! (Morgan) Just wondering if he actually told him that or if someone's pulling a fast one * Varick and the cats all watch Morgan (Varick) HH: Don' worry, he's definitely a boy, seen grown men with smaller balls$ (Morgan) tell me, Varick, did he really tell you that? * Varick shrugs slightly "He said he likes me and Ulysses. He hasn't decided about you yet" (Varick) **HH starts laughing, and Inga smiles** (Morgan) So he didn't say he wants to be your pet? * Varick looks at him seriously (Varick) Papa, I dont think he knows what being a pet means. But he does like me and wants to spend time with me * Morgan sighs, crouching down low and holding a hand out to the cat * Varick looks at it a moment, and it comes over. It seems quite calm, though not as affectionate as Captain Ulysses * Morgan lets the cat sniff him as long as he wants before trying to stroke him (Varick) **The cat lets him, but doesn't seem particularly bothered either way** (Morgan) He probably won't want to go on the ship... * Varick looks sad (Varick) I didn't think about that * Morgan nods (Varick) **HH comes over to Varick** Think mebbie Lady Torrington might like a cat as a pet? Or the staff? * Varick nods "what do you think, Papa? Maybe Lady Torrington is lonely for someone to love?" (Morgan) Could be... we'll talk to her about it (Varick) But can he stay with us for a few days? (Morgan) I don't have an issue with that (Varick) Can we take them for a walk around the estate? * Morgan nods (Morgan) best tell y'mama though * Varick looks at the cats a moment then goes. The felines sit like little statues, staring at Morgan (Varick) HH: that's creepy * Morgan nods slightly (Varick) **Varick is back and Molly comes with him. The five people and two cats make the long walk. It's dry but cold, and they're all freezing by the time they get back for Varick's tea. Both cats sleep on his bed. The Grownups evening is fun with chat and cards, but there's something bittersweet about watching Elsie as part if the merriment knowing she could have just hours left (Varick) **He makes a solo trip around the estate before bed, the stars bright. He's seen them many times from his vantage point in the rose garden, but his time here at Catherine's is starting to feel short, and soon it will be time to hand his keys back again. ** You're now known as Molly * Molly is still tidying when he gets back, the warm candlelight drawing him back to the big cottage * Morgan sighs, removing his coat * Molly hangs it (Molly) What is wrong, my love? (Morgan) It feels like our time here is coming to an end * Molly rubs his arm (Molly) We have other adventures to have. They might not be here, but we will be together * Morgan nods (Molly) It will be harder for you to go now than when you first returned the keys? (Morgan) I don't know... her Grace and I know eachother more now I think * Molly nods (Molly) If there was nothing holding us to Eisen, would you want to stay here like this? (Morgan) I don't know... we've made friends here who don't expect anything from us... * Molly nods (Molly) It will be hard in future with the titles... * Morgan nods * Molly watches him (Molly) Is there anything I can do to make you feel better? (Morgan) I don't think so blossom * Molly nods (Molly) I will turn in then * Morgan nods (Morgan) think I will too * Molly nods. Once in bed she gives him a gentle kiss goodnight before settling down to sing to him (Molly) ((Tries to sleep?)) (Morgan) ((yeah)) (Molly) **He starts to dream, unaware it is just a dream. It is a Saturday morning in February, Catherine's gathering is in full swing. He has only just arrived back from Eisen. Molly has just lost the ship, and they are stood in the little hall between the dining hall and coachyard. (Molly) Now seems like the only moment that they might have for him to tell her what he has been thinking about taking her as his mistress whilst being away. She's at the top of the stairs, and he is poking at the window frame with his knife. (Molly) You wished to talk with me? **she looks serious* * Morgan nods (Morgan) This may not be the appropriate time but, I see no other coming... I did a lot of thinking while I was away and... I wish for more than to be just your friend... * Molly looks confused (Molly) Are we not already closer than normal friends? (Morgan) yes but... more than that * Molly looks more confused (Molly) Such as? * Morgan frowns (Morgan) I wish you to be my mistress... * Molly looks surprised (Molly) Oh! * Morgan watches her * Molly looks on edge (Molly) I am sorry, but I cannot. * Morgan looks crestfallen (Morgan) oh... I, uhhh... (Molly) I have no ship and no future now. My reputation here will be in tatters. I no longer have my position in the estate. I have to marry, and soon. I no longer have the luxury of choosing to be a mistress. (Morgan) I... I will take care of you (Molly) I know that you would be very generous, both during and afterwards... but the people of Tawstock were only just coming to soften towards me, and they will not now I have lost everything unless I can gain some respectability. (Morgan) afterwards? (Molly) Once it was over * Morgan frowns (Morgan) this isn't some passing fancy... (Molly) I did not mean in merely a few weeks... but in a few years, I want to have children. * Morgan frowns (Morgan) I see * Molly nods (Molly) At which point any... arrangement would have needed to be ended anyway. I am sorry, it must have taken some soul-searching, but I cannot be your mistress now (Morgan) I'm sorry, I shouldn't have mentioned it (Molly) I am very flattered, and if I had still had the Rose, and my independence, I might well have said yes * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) it doesn't matter * Molly looks out of the window (Molly) And now? Will you offer to Lady Siobahn? * Morgan scowls (Morgan) why the hell would I do that? (Molly) Because she is beautiful, and because it was not so long ago that you were infatuated with her (Morgan) but I don't l... no. * Molly watches him, speaking quietly (Molly) You don't what? * Morgan shrugs, gouging a chunk out of the doorframe * Molly frowns (Molly) I have hurt you. (Morgan) It doesn't matter (Molly) Of course it does! * Molly sits on the top step (Molly) I'm _tired_, liebes herz. I am so tired of fighting for everything only for it to go wrong. * Morgan sighs (Morgan) Its not you that has got it wrong (Molly) You have not misread me. I have made my heart plain to you. * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) but it doesn't matter (Molly) Of course it matters, but... the things I need are the things you cannot give to me. (Morgan) Then there's no point dragging it out, no matter the strength of our feelings (Molly) **The dining room door opens, and Kai strolls out, a letter in hand. He spots Molly, looking her over appreciatively "Ah, zere you are, Molly!" * Molly just looks at him neutrally "Yes?" **he briefly inclines his head to Morgan before looking back to her** (Molly) **Kai hands her the letter** Zis is ze final invoice for ze zervice my company has given you. * Morgan glances at him, then at Molly * Molly blinks rapidly, then frowns "I'm sorry, what? An _invoice_, when I have only minutes ago learnt of my ship's destruction?" (Morgan) An invoice for a crew whose incompetence led to the ship being destroyed... assuming you had nothing to do with it.... (Molly) **Kai shrugs arrogantly* All iz fair in love und business, ja? Ze crew had families zat must be provided for, und the ship owner is alvays responsible for ze lost lives of her crew. * Morgan moves suddenly, smashing his fist into the side of Kais jaw (Molly) **Kai staggers before turning a furious expression on Morgan** You vill apologise for zat before I get Lady Torrington involved! * Molly opens the invoice, speaking quietly "Fucking hell." (Morgan) You've had that coming for a long time... you'll get paid IF I am convinced you are not the sort of murderous , opportunistic... _person_ you've always seemed (Molly) K: Vhy don't you run along, Morgan? Molly und I have things to discuss. * Morgan grins at him (Morgan) why don't you make me * Molly stands up, brushing off her skirt "I will not discuss anything alone with you. I do not trust you." (Molly) K: **he points at Morgan** Ve vill deal vis zis in the vays of our forefathers, as a matter of honour. (Morgan) You speak of honour as if you have some (Molly) K: You vill face me in a duel, or I vill make your life a living hell! (Morgan) Kai, you already make it a living hell, along with everyone you ever meet... but if you want your face bloodied, I'd be happy to oblige * Molly frowns, her tone unusually scathing "Are you going to invoice Morgan almost two thousand guilders also? Surely you know you have just ruined my life!" (Molly) **Kai looks at Morgan** Dawn then. **he turns his attention to Molly** Perhaps you vould like to reconsider the offer made to you last night zat you so rudely dismissed... * Morgan frowns (Morgan) what offer? * Molly is frowning too (Molly) I have no idea (Molly) K: She vas very intoxicated, she could barely valk straight. it does not surprise me zat she now claims she does not remember. (Morgan) More likely you're just that unmemorable * Molly looks at the floor, clearly embarrassed (Molly) K: Vhere as you are so memorable she turned down being my mistress and vorking alongside me to run ze Rose because she loves you(!) * Molly doesn't look up, staying silent. (Morgan) You can go now colonel (Molly) K: No, I vant to hear her say she vill reconsider ze first part of my offer, acceptance of which vould clear her debt und allow her to leave here for good. (Morgan) She will not be reconsidering your offer, and should you mention it again ,you won't make it to dawn to face me. Now fuck off. (Molly) K: Und you can be sure if you survive ze duel Lady Torrington vill not keep on a man who says that to her guests! **he slams the door on his way out, no doubt going to tattle** * Molly sighs, still not looking up * Morgan draws a breath (Morgan) I'm going to kill him... but not right now * Molly just nods, folding up the invoice (Morgan) Right now, you and I need to talk... * Molly nods, putting it in her pocket. She still doesnt make eye contact (Molly) Here? (Morgan) outside * Molly follows him. The day is surprisingly mild. By the icehouse would grant a little privacy and a reasonable distance. (Morgan) was he telling the truth? * Molly stands straight, her fingers clasped together (Molly) About what? *she still doesnt look directly at him. She looks like a child anticipating being scolded, or worse* (Morgan) you know what (Molly) That I was drunk? (Morgan) No... (Molly) I was though. I do not know what I may or may not have said in response to an offer he may or may not have made (Morgan) thats not what I'm asking... (Molly) What are you asking? *she crosses her arms around her waist* (Morgan) You love me? * Molly is quiet a moment before she nods (Molly) I do. * Morgan nods slowly (Morgan) I see * Molly stays quiet again, offering no excuse, no apology, and still no eye contact (Morgan) I did not want you to be my mistress simply because I care for you or desire you... * Molly 's brow furrows slightly (Molly) Why then? (Morgan) because, as difficult as it is, I feel the same (Molly) **movement catches his eye. A gray cat saunters haughtily from the stable. Molly shakes her head** That is impossible... (Morgan) It is not * Molly glances up at him, looking very troubled (Molly) I have made things very complicated * Morgan nods slightly (Morgan) Yes. But that has not stopped it (Molly) I never intended for you to know (Molly) **The cat stops in the middle of the coachyard, watching them** (Morgan) Well, I never intended to feel it for anyone else * Molly nods "I... I do not know what I can give you. My life is in tatters, and I will not stop yearning to one day be a wife and mother. It is in my blood" * Morgan sighs, nodding (Morgan) I don't know what I can offer you * Molly nods "I am sorry. It's all so impossible. I should go" (Morgan) I don't _want_ you to go... * Molly nods (Molly) I know, but I need to think. I need to workout if I can manage to go on just as your mistress and that be enough for me. (Morgan) I want you with me... until the end. (Molly) But I cannot be your wife, and I cannot be the mother to your child. I know. **she presses a quick chaste kiss to his cheek. It could be an expression of fondness, it could be an apology, it could be goodbye, it's impossible to tell** * Morgan frowns * Molly moves away "Lady Catherine will need you now, no doubt things are very dramatic in there" (Morgan) No, I cannot let you go. (Molly) Yes you can. (Morgan) No, I will not. I want you with me, I want to be with you for the rest of my damned life. I need you. (Molly) I appreciate that. But I do not wish to never be recognised properly, to always be gossiped of and looked down upon. * Morgan straightens up (Morgan) that is your final word on the matter? (Molly) No. I have said I need to think and decide which sacrifices I can make. (Morgan) It seems you've already decided. I shall attend to my duties until I face Kai at dawn. Excuse me. * Molly catches his arm (Molly) Wait. (Morgan) For what? (Molly) If I became your mistress, that would not just be in name? (Morgan) What do you mean? (Molly) Everything that would normally occur between a nobleman and his mistress would be able to occur between us? * Morgan blushes (Morgan) when we were ready * Molly looks intensely practical, rather than embarrassed (Molly) And to what time frame would you anticipate that? Decades? Years? (Morgan) Neither (Molly) Sooner? * Morgan nods * Molly nods quietly, obviously thinking, but her hand remains on his arm (Molly) And you would make efforts to prevent a child? * Morgan looks pained * Molly nods (Molly) I will return this evening, if you will be free to see me? * Morgan sighs, nodding (Morgan) I will be here * Molly nods, letting go (Molly) Until later then * Morgan nods, looking at her for a moment before heading back off towards the house (Molly) **the grey cat manages to get between his feet and trips him. The impact makes him jolt awake. Molly pats and shushes him mostly asleep " 's ok. Dream. Shh..." * Morgan grumbles for a moment, trying to get an idea for the time (Molly) **it's about one, he's been asleep less than two hours** * Morgan sighs, trying to settle down again ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Wednesday, 5 January 2022 09:27:49 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Molly) **She pats him still, getting slower and slower, and he falls back asleep. He starts to dream. He is in his Star Girl's untidy apartment, her hand running up his back, just where he had awoken before after they had discussed her working in Fischler and looking for a house in Innesbruck. He doesn't recall waking, or any gap at all. She kisses him** (Molly) I made the bed. Share it with me? * Morgan nods * Molly takes him by the hand and leads him to it. The sheets are a navy satin (Molly) Last night I rather had my way with you, tonight perhaps you wish to have yours with me? (Morgan) I, umm... * Molly smiles (Molly) Unless you are here just for company? (Morgan) I didn't mean... I'm just not sure what I'm supposed to do * Molly nods, starting to undress him, kissing his neck as she does (Molly) Then we will go to bed and see where things take us. Do not worry, it is new to everyone at some time * Morgan nods (Molly) Are you sure you wish to? * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye * Molly finishes fully undressing him before undressing herself slowly as she watches him (Molly) Tonight is the last night we have, for at least a while... * Morgan nods * Molly turns down the sheets with a swishing sound before lying on the bed and watching him, wearing a smile and nothing else in the candlelight. She makes a come hither motion to him * Morgan comes over to h er * Molly encourages him to lie beside her, and spends quite some time kissing his neck and shoulders, just allowing him to get used to being that close with her before eventually laying on her back "would you like to be atop me this time?" * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye * Molly smiles, urging him to move between her thighs (Molly) Don't be nervous, okay? * Morgan smiles (Morgan) somewhat easier said than done (Molly) What makes you nervous? What concerns you? (Morgan) doing it wrong, I suppose (Molly) You won't. Just move as feels good to you, that's what I would like * Morgan nods, getting himself into position * Molly moves up to him encouragingly * Morgan pushes himself into her * Molly watches him with a smile, her hands running down his back "That's right..." * Morgan nods, building up a gentle thrusting rhythm * Molly moans beneath him, smiling reassuringly "does that feel good to you?" * Morgan nods * Molly smiles "To me too" She grinds up to him * Morgan nods, continuing his pace * Molly is clearly enjoying this (Molly) You... should still... *she moans loudly, nearly at her peak*... withdraw * Morgan nods, doing so at the critical moment * Molly seems to get great enjoyment from the feel of his release on her skin. A few breathless moments later, they get cleaned up and soon she is lying in his arms (Molly) That was wonderful * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye * Molly falls asleep, as does he. The sun that wakes him a couple of hours later is bright in his face, and they get up and re-dress. **She kisses him on the threshold to her apartment when he leaves. (Molly) I will write to your Graf and request hospitality whilst I house hunt. I will arrive just after Prophet's Mass so that I do not intrude. **The celebration is three weeks away, he will be home in less than two* * Morgan nods (Morgan) alright (Molly) I am not sure precisely what the future may hold for us, though I would give you the comfort of knowing that I have no other lovers or entanglements. (Morgan) I am glad to hear that (Molly) And you? (Morgan) No, nothing * Molly nods, smiling (Molly) Safe travels then * Morgan inclines his head (Morgan) and you * Molly nods, watching him go. The route to the inn he and his friends are staying at is familiar this time, and he finds only Heinzharold in the breakfast room, eating his way through a sizeable plate of bacon that is probably going on Morgan's bill * Molly waves a hand in his direction "Got lipstick on yer neck" ** You're now known as HH * Morgan rubs at his neck, sitting down (HH) Was joking, but goes to show what you've been up to! (Morgan) shut up * HH laughs (HH) Wha' the hell happened? Thought you were savin' yerself for marriage? * Morgan shrugs * HH puts a few rashers of bacon on a side plate for Morgan (HH) You love her? **he stuffs some of his bacon in his mouth before pouring another coffee** (Morgan) Definitely something more there than just attraction * HH gives him the coffee black (HH) Who is she? Y' even know her name? * Morgan frowns (Morgan) uhhh * HH laughs, shaking his head (HH) The ceasefire's gone to yer head. Five years o' being like a monk, soon as th' War is over yer swiving a atranger (Morgan) She's looking to live in Innesbruck (HH) Huh. Wants you to find 'er a job, or keep her? * Morgan shakes his head (Morgan) no (HH) Hope y' were careful, Morgan. You know what my Ma says about not riskin' making a mother of a women you wouldn' make a wife of! *he grins* (Morgan) first, of course I was, second, who says I wouldn't? (HH) Y'dont know her name, where she's from, or who her family is... can 'ardly marry her (Morgan) Not yet anyway * HH nods slowly "What about Dietlinde? Not goin' to toy with her feelings, right? **he looks uncommonly serious, maybe even protective** (Morgan) of course not * HH nods "Good." He eats his last piece of bacon. (Morgan) you like her? * HH shrugs "Nice girl, don't want her hurt. She was my Shadowfayre Queen back in '61" (Morgan) I see * HH filches a piece of bacon back "Ne'er thought you'd lose yer virginity before me!" (Morgan) No, nor did I if I'm honest (HH) Worth it? * HH drinks some coffee (Morgan) I think so, aye (HH) Mebbie I'll stick with Everything But then. * Morgan nods, eating his bacon (HH) Ready t' go when Claudia gets back? * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye (HH) Lookin' forward to going home? * Morgan nods, smiling (Morgan) definitely (HH) Wonder if Edward will 'ave made it back, or if he's also got some young woman he's bedding (Morgan) you know the army, late to everything * HH grins, pinching more bacon (HH) Better than coming early (Morgan) which wouldn't surprise anyone, lets be honest (HH) **he nods** Embarrassing. Least tha's what I hear. You're the expert now! * Morgan shrugs (HH) **a waiter brings in more bacon, sausages, and eggs, it smells really good** Gonna be a problem for you if mebbie I do drop by an' see her when we get back? (Morgan) see who? (HH) Dietlinde (Morgan) No, I suppose not * HH nods, filling his plate again (HH) Y' should eat, tou look like y' slept in yer clothes, and not for very long! * Morgan shrugs, but eats (HH) **it all tastes and smells so good. He wakes up, being able to smell the same things** * Morgan climbs out of bed, getting dressed ** You're now known as Molly * Molly isn't there (Morgan) where are you my love? (Molly) [Making breakfast] * Morgan nods to himself, heading downstairs * Molly is just in her dressing gown, the kitchen also smells like fresh bread (Molly) I'm sorry, I couldn't get back to sleep (Morgan) you couldn't sleep? (Morgan) What time did you get up? * Molly shrugs "a few hours ago" * Morgan frowns (Morgan) why? (Molly) I have no idea. I just could not settle. I thought I would have breakfast ready for you * Morgan nods * Molly smiles "It won't be long" She makes him some coffee, putting it on the table (Molly) And you, my love? How did you sleep? (Morgan) about the usual * Molly pulls out a chair for him (Molly) Nightmares again? (Morgan) sort of * Molly nods (Molly) I am sorry I was not there if you needed me (Morgan) You were when I needed you. (Molly) Was I? * Morgan nods (Molly) I do not recall. Did you already tell me? *she quickly flips the food before coming to sit beside him* (Morgan) No, you were mostly asleep still * Molly nods (Molly) But I still helped? * Morgan nods * Molly smiles (Molly) I like that * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee (Molly) What was the nightmare? (Morgan) when I asked you to be my mistress, you said no... * Molly looks surprised (Molly) That's rather strange * Morgan shrugs (Molly) I was unkind? (Morgan) no, you wanted security, to be a wife, to have a child... * Molly nods (Molly) Those are big things * Morgan nods * Molly takes his hand (Molly) You were very sad? (Morgan) it was painful * Molly nods (Molly) It sounds dreadful (Morgan) it wasn't nice (Molly) What happened then? (Morgan) You needed to think, I had to go and make sure Dau wasn't causing havoc * Molly nods (Molly) An alternate path? (Morgan) I don't know * Molly nods (Molly) It is plausible, but highly unlikely * Morgan nods * Molly squeezes his hand (Molly) And how do you feel now? * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) alright * Molly nods, getting up to attend to the breakfast briefly again (Molly) I loved being your mistress. I was not unhappy. * Morgan nods (Molly) Did you sleep peacefully after that? (Morgan) No, I had another of the star girl dreams * Molly smiles "Oh really? That sounds nice" ** You are now disconnected (Network connection lost) ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Wednesday, 5 January 2022 13:29:53 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected (Network connection lost) ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You have joined #7thsea ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Wednesday, 5 January 2022 13:30:05 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You have joined #7thsea ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Wednesday, 5 January 2022 13:30:21 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You have joined #7thsea ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Wednesday, 5 January 2022 13:42:53 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Molly) [12:31] * Molly smiles "Oh really? That sounds nice" * Morgan nods (Molly) Did we end up together this time? (Morgan) we were intimate * Molly smiles (Molly) It was your second time? * Morgan nods * Molly looks wistful "I'm sorry I wasn't dreaming it with you!" * Morgan nods (Molly) Oh! Was my absence when you awoke a problem? * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) No, its alright * Molly gets a plate (Molly) All you ever need do is call me... * Morgan nods * Molly puts everything she has cooked on the large plate, and brings smaller plates too so they can help themselves (Molly) Except tomorrow, sadly * Morgan nods slightly (Molly) But until then, I am at your disposal (Morgan) Have you seen her this morning? * Molly collects cutlery, then more coffee before sitting down across from him (Molly) Elsie? No, they're still asleep * Morgan nods (Molly) Did you wish me to wake them? (Morgan) No, let them sleep (Molly) Did you ask because you thought it might be today? * Morgan nods * Molly smiles "Do you have the rhyme in Eisen about the characteristics of children born on particular days?" * Morgan npds (Morgan) aye (Molly) They say here that a child born on sunday is "bonny and blithe, good and gay" * Morgan nods (Molly) Sadly I have no idea what day I was born on. We know the date thanks to Natasha, but unless you are excellent at mathematics I would need some old calendars. * Morgan scratches his chin, thinking * Morgan sips his coffee, smiling momentarily (Morgan) friday * Molly smiles (Molly) That's rather nice, isn't it? * Morgan nice (Molly) I'm very impressed you could do that in your head, my love * Morgan shrugs (Molly) It appears your head is also useful * Molly sips her coffee and starts eating (Morgan) I'm a generally useful person * Molly nods (Molly) Very useful, in many ways! **HH comes in from outside, eyes lighting up at the sight of lots of food. He doesn't even notice that Molly's hair is down and she's only in her dressing gown. He says a cheerful "Mornin'!", but it looks more like he's talking to the food rather than his friends** * Molly watches Morgan, just smiling * Morgan rolls his eyes * Molly tries not to giggle (Molly) **HH pulls up a chair, a plate and a fork** I'm starvin' (Morgan) you're always starving * Molly nods, putting plenty on his plate, before inclining his head to Molly. He's eaten several mouthfuls before he says to Morgan "Yer wife looks different today" ** You're now known as HH (Morgan) thats because she's not dressed... (HH) **HH does a double take, bacon half way to his mouth** Oh yeah, that'll be it! (HH) **Molly starts to smile** I should go and rectify that, excuse me. (HH) I'll keep my eyes shut, shall I? (Morgan) I expect your wife would appreciate that * HH covers his eyes. Molly glances at him, then gets up. She smiles at Morgan as she passes, gently touching his shoulder (HH) M: I'll see you in a while, my love (Morgan) alright blossom (HH) **she goes upstairs** (HH) Can I uncover m' eyes now? (Morgan) aye * HH does so (HH) Hope I didn' interrupt! **his grin implies otherwise* (Morgan) No, not at all * HH nods, earing again (HH) No babe? (Morgan) No... * HH nods (HH) Good night? * Morgan shrugs * HH looks at him (HH) You okay, man? * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye * HH nods (HH) Any more progress with **he gestures towards the ceiling**? * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) we'll see (HH) Spoke to Inga, she says she'll 'ave a word if you want * Morgan nods (Morgan) I take it I still need to talk to her? (HH) She's your wife, man, what do you think? (HH) Think she'd be willing t' hurt you t' get what she wants? (Morgan) I meant your wife not being involved (HH) Nah, she's good. Told her that's how she can best help everyone, an' how it's the most important job b'cause noone else can focus on the surgery without knowing he's safe and protected * Morgan nods (Morgan) good * HH glances at the window (HH) Better get movin' **he picks up some bacon and stands up* * Morgan nods, doing likewise (HH) **It's cold but dry. They sit quietly on the wall as the dawn comes, eating their bacon. After about ten minutes he says* No more dreams of Jana? (Morgan) Not so far * HH nods (HH) I dreamt I lived in the Schwarzenwald (Morgan) oh? (HH) Pretty weird. Like olden times weird. Whole little village out there. (Morgan) where abouts? (HH) Not a clue. Proper in the woods, not near the lake. **he glances round** Had a different wife * Morgan frowns (Morgan) weird * HH nods (HH) She was a bit mean. Not like my lil darlin (Morgan) interesting * HH nods (HH) **Molly is back downstairs and feeding everyone when they return. Elsie and James are smartly dressed* ** You're now known as Molly * Molly and Inga are flitting around cleaning and tidying. HH catches hold of his wife and whispers in her ear. Whatever it is makes her blush. * Morgan watches them a moment before glancing at everyone else (Molly) **James helps Elsie up. It seems impossible, but she's gotten even bigger** (Morgan) What've you two got planned today? (Molly) E: It's time for church * Morgan nods slightly (Molly) **James gets her cloak. She tries to button it, but the middle two buttons will not do up over her stomach. She starts to laugh ** You're now known as Elsie (Morgan) Not having a lot of luck there * Elsie shakes her head (Elsie) I'm too big for almost everything now. Even my boots are tighter (Elsie) *James takes off Elsie's cloak before putting his own on her, and she does that up with ease. They smile at each other a moment as if the others weren't even there. Molly watches them, a hint of sadness in her expression * Morgan reaches over and squeezes her hand (Elsie) **she links her fingers with his, not letting go even as Elsie and James say goodbye. Inga encourages Varick to go and play on the swing with her and Heinzharold, leaving Molly and Morgan alone in the kitchen** ** You're now known as Molly * Molly watches from the front window as the church-going couple walk down the lawn, her on his arm * Molly still keeps hold of his hand, saying nothing * Morgan sighs * Molly nods, biting her lip (Morgan) I'm stronger than you think... you can draw from me more than you think * Molly nods, swallowing hard "mmhmm" * Morgan pulls her to him, wrapping his arms around her * Molly rests her forehead to his chest and cries * Morgan rocks her gently * Molly holds tight to him, just staying there and not fighting the emotion * Morgan jus told son to her (Molly) It's... so... unfair! (Morgan) I know (Molly) I just want to save her... I want to save them! (Morgan) I know, so do I (Molly) I will use what I have to from you, but only where it is safe to. I will not put you at risk. (Morgan) And you will not put yourself at risk? * Molly sighs, nodding (Molly) It will not be easy to not take that chance, but I promised you. (Morgan) I would rather I be at risk than you... I carried on on that island for days on the brink of death, yet here I am * Molly looks up at him, but stays in his arms. There are still tears on her cheeks. "I cannot lose you. I would rather die than endure it. I could not start again as you have, I am not that strong" (Morgan) You are stronger than you think, and you'd have everyone around you. My point is I can endure more than you think (Molly) They would not be enough, liebes herz. I need you like I need to breathe. I will take from you if I must, but I will be careful. * Morgan sighs (Molly) I won't sacrifice you, and I will not sacrifice myself because I know you need me. * Morgan nods * Molly watches him intently (Molly) I cannot change what happened to Elsie. I cannot even guarantee her survival. I can save you from years ahead without me. * Morgan nods * Molly puts her hand on his cheek, voice soft (Molly) You've been through enough. I won't put you through it again out choice. (Morgan) thank you * Molly nods. She moves to her tip toes to kiss him gently (Molly) I am sorry I have worried you * Morgan nods (Morgan) its alright * Molly looks a little unsure (Molly) You should be able to rest east that _you_ are my priority (Molly) Easy* (Morgan) Given the situation, I understand your need to save her * Molly nods (Molly) It is not as great as my need to save you (Morgan) You already did * Molly watches him, smitten (Molly) I am glad (Molly) This is where I wish to be, with you, in your arms, in the years ahead when these challenges are just memories we share. I want to love you for decades, and if there is a way to still love you like this when our lives are over, I will love you then too (Morgan) Then the first step, my love, is to stay with me * Molly nods (Molly) I will. *she smiles* Keep a firm grip on me, and I cannot go anywhere. * Morgan nods (Molly) And you, my love? You will not leave me? (Morgan) I'd tear the world apart to be at your side * Molly looks deeply touched by this (Molly) For Theah's sake, let us hope you never have to... (Molly) **There's a sudden knock at the door that makes her jump** * Morgan sighs, going to answer the door (Molly) **Doctor Rosenkrantz is stood there. He bows** Good morning, Your Excellency. * Morgan inclines his head (Morgan) Doctor... come in ** You're now known as Rosenkrantz * Rosenkrantz does so (Rosenkrantz) I wondered if I might join your home church today? * Morgan looks to Molly (Rosenkrantz) **she smiles** We would be honoured, though we are still finding our feet as I only converted in June, and Varick is still Vaticine officially, though we are teaching him our Faith (Morgan) and I've not that long started speaking to Theus again * Rosenkrantz nods (Rosenkrantz) My brother had a crisis of faith when he was around twenty five. He found his way back to Our Lord in the end (Rosenkrantz) [Would it be offensive to you as head of the household if he led our home service? I am not sure on the Objectionist etiquette] (Morgan) [No, I can accept that] (Rosenkrantz) M: My Lord, would you be willing to lead us today? It would be interesting to see how you lead your own family * Rosenkrantz looks pleased by the request, but looks to Morgan (Rosenkrantz) If your Excellency does not mind? (Morgan) No, that's fine * Rosenkrantz does so, Morgan, Molly, HH, Inga and Varick all in the parlour. Rosenkrantz appears to have much experience, and his holy book is well annotated. It's very much like an interactive, relaxed sermon, mixing storytelling, scripture, and explanation. It is based on the tale of the Good Samaritan. Varick is very engaged, even HH manages to sit and listen. They recite all the appropriate prayers and have time for individual prayers too * Rosenkrantz stands in the back garden drinking coffee with Morgan and HH whilst Molly, Inga and Varick play with the cats (Rosenkrantz) Thank you for including me in your worship (Morgan) You're quite welcome (Rosenkrantz) You have a lovely young family * Morgan nods (Morgan) I'm rather lucky * Rosenkrantz nods (Rosenkrantz) It has been many years since I have had a child's religious education to see to. It is enjoyable to see their minds work. I hope in the next few years to have a grandchild or two * Morgan nods, sipping his coffee (Rosenkrantz) Would you like a big family, your Excellency? (Morgan) I believe that is the plan * Rosenkrantz nods (Rosenkrantz) **Morgan can hear the front door open, and James's voice faintly "Alright, sit here, I'll find her." (Morgan) [I think you're wanted inside] (Rosenkrantz) [*she sounds amused and flirty* On a Sunday right after service, mein sehnsucht? ] (Morgan) [Elsie] (Rosenkrantz) **Molly comes over just as James comes out. He looks concerned* J: She started getting some pains at church... (Rosenkrantz) **Molly nods** I'll see how she is. **Molly goes in. James stands with Morgan and Rosenkrantz** * Morgan puts a hand on his shoulder (Rosenkrantz) *James watches Varick and the cats play** (Rosenkrantz) **he feels the prickling on the back of his neck** (Rosenkrantz) **Molly comes out** It seems to be practice pain, but I'd like her to go and rest, and we will see how she is later. (Rosenkrantz) **James thanks her** * Rosenkrantz inclines his head to Molly "If I am needed, I will be with her Grace" * Rosenkrantz goes to say goodbye to everyone before leaving, and Molly and James go indoors to see to Elsie. HH comes to Morgan ** You're now known as HH (HH) Everything okay? (Morgan) more practice pains she thinks (HH) But be ready just incase? * Morgan nods (Morgan) she's sent Elsie to rest * HH nods (HH) Alright. How you doing? (Morgan) I'm alright (HH) Molly okay? (Morgan) sad (HH) How come? (Morgan) She wants so desperately to save her * HH nods (HH) Tough situation * Morgan nods (HH) Y'managed to make it any better? (Morgan) some (HH) Still find it a bit tough when my lil darlin is sad, but I guess y' figure out how best to comfort them as the months go on? * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye (HH) Bit easier b'cause you already knew what to do from last time? * Morgan shrugs (HH) Spose they're quite diff'rent women * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye (HH) Rosie's Da said he's invited you to Insel * Morgan nods (HH) You gonna go? (Morgan) I think so * HH nods (HH) Thought y' might be reluctant (Morgan) I am (HH) B'cause of Molly and Rosie? * Morgan shrugs slightly * HH nods (HH) I c'n understand that * Morgan nods (HH) **The front door opens, someone letting themselves in* * HH looks at Morgan "whodya reckon that is?" * Morgan frowns (Morgan) Claudia maybe? (HH) Not many other people be so easy about strollin' on in * Morgan nods, moving in that direction (HH) **Claudia is in the kitchen, putting the kettle on the stove as if she lives there** * HH grins at Morgan "your castle is our castle" * Morgan nods (Morgan) Very few round here would be stupid enough to do that * HH goes over to Claudia, nudging 'er "Get some coffee made, sweetheart" (HH) C: Fuck off, Heinzharold *she grins though* (Morgan) what brings you this far from the water? (HH) C: **she takes a jar of coffee from her bag, setting it on the counter** thought you might want this, and Heinzharold might need a clip around the ear for something (HH) She means she missed us *he grins* (HH) *Claudia scoffs * * Morgan nods (Morgan) been dangerously close to drinking what the locals call coffee... (HH) **HH looks at Claudia * these Av'lonian savages nearly made us drink tea! (HH) C: **she shudders** (Morgan) I like tea (HH) HH: We've been infiltrated!! (HH) C: **she rolls her eyes** Took you this long? (Morgan) He's a bit on the slow side (HH) C: *she nods* (HH) Gimme my coffee an' I'll go back to m'wife... she likes it when I'm slow (HH) **Claudia grimaces** Yuck. * HH takes his coffee and goes out to the garden ** You're now known as Claudia (Claudia) Do you need a break from him? I could take him with me (Morgan) No, we need him here (Claudia) **she gives him coffee too** Do you want to go for a walk? (Morgan) aye, why not * Claudia takes the cup with her. Outside gives them more privacy (Claudia) What's the latest? * Morgan sighs (Morgan) Could be any time now * Claudia nods (Claudia) How is she? (Morgan) Cheerful but sad... everyones on edge * Claudia nods (Claudia) How are you? (Morgan) I'm alright. Had a nightmare that Molly pushed herself too hard trying to save her and we lost both of them (Claudia) Think she might? (Morgan) Not purposefully... but we've talked it through * Claudia nods (Claudia) She understands that can't be allowed? * Morgan nods (Claudia) Need any help? (Morgan) what, convincing her? (Claudia) Whatever. Being here to remove her from the situation if needs be. (Morgan) You know Rosie? * Claudia thinks (Claudia) One of Heinzharold's friends from the War... tall, blond, north Eisen accent? (Morgan) died when the nautilus went down... * Claudia shrugs (Claudia) I knew the group they were friends with... * Morgan nods (Morgan) didn't die... made it to shore... Rosie's obviously just a nickname (Claudia) Alright? (Morgan) his _actual_ name is Sebastien... * Claudia shrugs "okay?" (Morgan) You remember I was asking about a Seb? (Claudia) Vaguely * Morgan nods (Morgan) him (Claudia) Get to the point... * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) his father is the doctor who nursed Molly back to health when she had consumption (Claudia) Bit of a coincidence (Morgan) I'm not really believing in those (Claudia) Why? (Morgan) Happens just a bit too often * Claudia nods (Claudia) Is it a problem? (Morgan) Realistically, no... the good doctor is going to help us with Elsie's birth (Claudia) He's here? (Morgan) coincidence, eh... (Claudia) Massive one. Lucky too. (Morgan) quite... (Claudia) Does it help Elsie's chances? (Morgan) Some... his presence and the fact he has delivered a baby by.... caesarian I think it is... before _and_ that mother survived (Claudia) What the fuck is that? (Morgan) She can't give birth normally... the baby will have to be taken out surgically, through the belly. Normally only done after the mother dies, or is the cause of it (Claudia) Noone can survive that, surely (Morgan) his wife did (Morgan) so if there was anyone who would be a help... (Claudia) That's what you're going to try? (Morgan) Its our only option. Trying to give birth normally is certain to kill her, and probably the child too * Morgan looks at her (Morgan) You know what happens when she has to heal something bad, and our old wounds hurt? (Claudia) Yeah, I love that (!) (Morgan) I'd prepare yourself for that again (Claudia) Gonna take a lot of magic for Elsie to survive it? (Morgan) potentially * Claudia frowns (Claudia) Okay (Morgan) depends how close to my nightmare it is, I suppose * Claudia nods (Claudia) Is it a big risk to Molly? (Morgan) Only if she puts too much of herself into it (Claudia) Will she? (Morgan) No... we've discussed it, at length (Claudia) But what happens in the moment and what is the plan when you look at it rationally beforehand can be pretty different * Morgan nods (Morgan) In my nightmare she was doing the work of four people, and feeling all the guilt... HeinzHarold has talked to her about the latter, and there's going to be four of us now, which _if_ she needs to intervene, its a lot less of a burden. And if worst comes to worst, HeinzHarold and I will just drag her away (Claudia) Sure she won't hurt either of you? You said she could stop your heart with a touch * Morgan nods * Claudia nods (Claudia) The doctor did it before with no magic, maybe she won't need to do it at all (Morgan) Given the damage done to Elsie, I'm not particularly hopeful about that (Claudia) Why did he have to do it to his wife? How did she deal with that pain? I'm pretty hardy, but essentially being gutted would be painful as hell (Morgan) the baby was upside down... was going to come out arse first, and get stuck, I think * Claudia nods "Nothing dramatic like Elsie then" (Morgan) no... just awkward * Claudia nods (Claudia) Gotta do what you've gotta do then. If you do want me to have a word I will, but I won't pull punches, it's too important (Morgan) I don't _think_ its needed (Claudia) Sure? Might not be back again before the birth (Morgan) The way things are going, you might not have left before it (Claudia) Like waiting for the enemy to appear when you're all in position, don't dare lose focus, but it could drag on and on, and you don't get any easier about what's coming * Morgan nods (Morgan) indeed (Claudia) **A guard crosses their path, and they get interrupted ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Thursday, 6 January 2022 01:47:22 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You have joined #7thsea ** You are now disconnected (Ping timeout) ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Thursday, 6 January 2022 20:12:10 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea ** You're now known as Claudia (Morgan) I don't _think_ its needed (Morgan) Sure? Might not be back again before the birth (Morgan) The way things are going, you might not have left before it (Morgan) Like waiting for the enemy to appear when you're all in position, don't dare lose focus, but it could drag on and on, and you don't get any easier about what's coming (Morgan) * Morgan nods (Morgan) indeed (Morgan) **A guard crosses their path, and they get interrupted * Claudia presses on (Claudia) How are you all generally? Heinzharold up to mischief? (Morgan) We're ok aside from constantly being on edge and just... waiting... * Claudia nods (Claudia) Can't leave? (Morgan) best not, just in case. I took Varick for a ride, but even so we weren't far (Claudia) I don't know how you can stand just being on this estate for weeks (Morgan) There's not a great deal of choice * Claudia nods "And when it's over?" (Morgan) depends on the outcome. I doubt any of us will want to be here for long if we cant save her, but James will be the one we'll be going by... I won't be leaving him here alone (Claudia) He'll have to come if she's dead and we're leaving (Morgan) He won't have to do any such fucking thing. If what he needs is to wait, thats what we'll do. * Claudia ruens her cool grey gaze on him (Claudia) Turns* (Claudia) What's going on? (Morgan) Theres' a good chance he's about to lose the woman he loves... he deserves some compassion. * Claudia watches him assessingly (Claudia) Alright. I'll let Sorgi know plans are fluid but possibly fast moving. * Morgan nods (Claudia) Heinzharold keeping an eye on you? (Morgan) I'm fine (Claudia) Sure? You're protective as hell of him, and it's not hard to equate the situation of him and Elsie to you and Dietlinde. (Morgan) Damn right I am. I know what he's about to go through, and I promised her I would help him * Claudia nods (Claudia) Alright. (Claudia) Just... take care of yourself, okay? It's too easy to put yourself through someone else's trauma if it matches your own, and Heinzharold, Molly, and Varick need you. * Morgan nods (Morgan) I'm alright (Claudia) But keep an eye if something happens to Molly? (Morgan) Varick needs me... I won't leave him alone (Claudia) Doesn't mean you wont be a fucking wreck that needs watching (Morgan) true * Claudia nods (Morgan) If something happens to both of us, unlikely as it is... Molly comes home with me * Claudia frowns (Claudia) Well obviously. She's your wife. (Morgan) She's not Avalonian anymore... I didn't know if she'd want to be buried here, but... no, she's Eisen, she's my wife, she comes home. (Claudia) Figured there'd be a spot planned out at Die Dauerhaftigkeit to be honest * Morgan nods (Morgan) I wanted it said so there's no confusion or if her parents get involved * Claudia shrugs (Claudia) Wouldn't have mattered. I would have stood my ground and lied if necessary. I don't think you could anymore leave her buried here while you get buried there than you get buried here with her * Morgan nods (Morgan) A year ago I didn't care where I was buried (Claudia) Your mother would have been heartbroken if you hadn't been buried at home. At least you had that peace, thanks to Heinzharold * Morgan nods (Morgan) I do now, anyway (Morgan) I also have the peace of mind that they passed over, didn't linger here * Claudia nods (Claudia) Never even questioned that (Morgan) It never occurred to me... (Claudia) That they would be at rest? (Morgan) Its not something that occurred to me... I was so hellbent on getting my own punishment (Claudia) You needed Heinzharold and I to beat some sense into you. Between us, we'd lost enough to have been able to empathise fairly fucking well. But no, that wasn't what you wanted. (Morgan) You ever gonna be able to forgive me for that? (Claudia) I forgive you. It just grates, you know? And if it had been Heinzharold went AWOL, we would have gone to find him, because you wouldn't have been as principled as him * Morgan nods (Claudia) If it was me, you'd never have found me. But he and I could have found you within a few months. (Morgan) I wasn't ready to come back * Claudia nods. They get a bit further before she says (Claudia) I want to take a couple of days off (Morgan) right... (Claudia) Doesn't need to be until you're all back at the ship when we're in another port (Morgan) whats the problem? (Claudia) Not a problem as such (Morgan) as such? (Claudia) Sorgi is going to want a couple of days too (Morgan) Stop dancing around it and tell me whats going on would you? (Claudia) I think I am ready to try intentionally sleeping in a bed with someone. With our watches and trying not to get discovered by the crew, it's impractical to try it * Morgan watches her for a moment before nodding (Morgan) alright. I'll see to it (Claudia) What? (Morgan) I was considering being funny... was going to ask why Sorgi needs the time off too, but its a big step and you're too important to me to be flippant when its important to you (Claudia) It's a big deal, but I don't mind you being funny. It's part of how you're growing too. * Morgan shakes his head (Morgan) Not with this. * Claudia nods (Claudia) I want to be able to do it, even if I choose not to * Morgan nods (Morgan) Can you hold on until we're on firmer footings? I daresay we're in for a rough time, and we're all going to feel it * Claudia nods (Claudia) No rush. Just thought if I tell you now you can schedule it in (Morgan) Once things are a bit more settled afterwards... I'll sit down with Sorgi to plan it in * Claudia nods (Claudia) Anything you need doing? Message to Sunnymeade, or things brought up from town? (Morgan) could let Beth know that Elsie has gotten practice pains again and we don't expect it to be too long. We'll get a message to her once labour is established * Claudia nods, heading towards the cottages with him (Claudia) **Claudia departs after some goodbyes to the others. The afternoon is peaceful, playing with the cats and Varick, who has brought the croquet set out. This is chaotic as the cats chase the balls. Molly checks on Elsie frequently, but by the time they have all had dinner she is confident it was a false alarm. The atmosphere is peaceful with everyone sat around the fire and chatting, giving him chance to speak to anyone** (Claudia) **Molly is naked in bed when he arrives after his night time walk, sipping cherry brandy** ** You're now known as Molly (Molly) Are you well, my love? (Morgan) aye * Molly nods (Molly) Is everything well with The Rose? (Morgan) I assume so, there was no news... though Claudia wants a couple of days off once things are settled * Molly nods (Molly) We have expected rather a lot of them (Morgan) Thats the life of sailors... * Molly nods (Molly) I suppose so... although many would say that is taking shore leave in houses of ill-repute whilst a wife and children wait at home hundreds of miles away... * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) I suppose * Molly watches him with amusement (Molly) Not you though, my love. The Kingston brothel in my dream is the only place like that where you have behaved in the manner the place is made for * Morgan nods (Morgan) quite * Molly sips the brandy, watching what he is doing (Molly) Today was quite nerve-wracking for a little while... * Morgan nods (Morgan) yes, it was (Molly) I will speak to her tomorrow about setting a day * Morgan nods (Morgan) Assuming we make it that far of course * Molly nods (Molly) I am likely to be awake quite a bit tonight I am afraid (Morgan) oh? (Molly) The cramping generally gets worse and wakes me * Morgan nods (Morgan) ah * Molly nods (Molly) Do not worry, I will be quite well * Morgan nods (Morgan) alright blossom * Molly finishes her cherry brandy in one go (Molly) Was there anything you wish to discuss...? * Morgan looks confused (Morgan) such as? (Molly) Anything at all (Morgan) Not really, no... though I suppose.... I snapped at Claudia * Molly looks surprised (Molly) Oh? That's unusual (Morgan) talking about plans if Elsie doesn't make it, and how we won't really want to be here, but I won't rush James. She said he'd have no choice if she's dead and we're leaving... * Molly frowns (Molly) And what did you say? (Morgan) I said he won't have to do any such fucking thing, and if he needs time to be here, thats where we'll be * Molly nods slowly (Molly) How did she respond? (Morgan) She asked if I was alright because I was being very protective of him. I told her he needs compassion, and I'd promised to help him. * Molly nods (Molly) You are naturally protective. It is who you are. * Morgan nods (Molly) You will of course stay however long anyone needs * Morgan nods (Morgan) I hope it doesn't come to that * Molly nods (Molly) As do I * Molly looks to be debating something in her mind * Morgan watches her (Molly) *she frowns a little** I want to take care of you, my love, of any desires you may have, but it seems that our situation once again means such would be unwelcome... (Morgan) I don't understand (Molly) All the things we have to worry about... Elsie, James, your concerns about losing me... it would generally make you pull away * Morgan sighs (Morgan) I suppose so * Molly nods (Molly) Which is a pity * Morgan nods * Molly looks a little solemn, but settles down under the sheets (Morgan) What did you have in mind? (Molly) Simply to concentrate on serving and pleasing you * Morgan smiles slightly (Morgan) I could be persuaded * Molly sits back up, smiling (Molly) Really? * Morgan nods * Molly gets out of the bed, beginning with kisses and gentle touches. Then she instigates pleasuring him with her mouth by undoing his placket, contrasting her complete nudity with him being full dressed. She kneels before him and encourages him to place his hands on her hair so he can drive the rhythm if he wishes. Afterwards she seems very satisfied just to have earned his release, climbing into bed with a smile. (Molly) Thank you, my love (Morgan) I'm fairly sure I should be thanking you * Morgan undresses, climbing into bed (Molly) You can do so if you wish, of course... who doesn't enjoy praise? **she smiles gently* * Morgan stretches (Morgan) that is a good point my love * Molly nods (Molly) I am just happy to have that much closeness with you. It means a great deal to me. * Morgan nods (Morgan) makes you feel more... grounded? * Molly nods emphatically (Molly) It makes me feel safe and secure. It is a barometer for me of how things are between us * Morgan nods (Molly) I am sure that is quite... abnormal (Morgan) I couldn't say * Molly nods, yawning "Perhaps I'll ask Inga" * Morgan nods (Morgan) alright blossom * Molly kisses his cheek (Molly) I love you, liebes herz, endlessly. (Morgan) and I you blossom (Molly) I am very lucky in that. Good night, my love (Morgan) g'night my love * Molly smiles, falling asleep before she's even had chance to sing to him * Morgan sighs, settling down to sleep ** You are now disconnected (Connection timed out) ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Friday, 7 January 2022 11:18:49 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Molly) **he dreams again of leaving Dietlinde and Jana safe in Johstadt and being on the way to Catterick. Due to getting becalmed, he arrived late in Durham and is spending the night in a small rented cottage on the outskirts of an estate near town before riding to his uncle tomorrow. (Molly) **Again he wakes convinced of this, mentally stuck in '67. He feels pleasantly spent, which makes no sense as he generally did not take himself in hand even when away from Dietlinde. * Morgan stretches, getting out of bed and getting dressed (Molly) **To do so, he has to disturb the woman in his bed, her unfamiliar body curled up behind him, breasts soft on his back, her arm around him. The room smells of roses.** * Morgan bolts out of the bed * Molly stirs "What's wrong?" She sounds concerned, but not panicked. She speaks Eisen, barely any accent, closest to how he speaks * Morgan covers himself up (Morgan) what... who... Who the hell are you? * Molly tries to stir herself to full wakefulness (Molly) Hmm? (Morgan) Who are you, and what the hell are you doing in my bed? * Molly rolls over, finding a tinder box to light the candle on the bedside table. This light reveals that she's as naked as the day she was born "liebes herz, what is going on?" * Morgan immediately looks away (Morgan) How did you get in here? * Molly frowns, getting out of the bed (Molly) I don't understand... I've been here all night? (Morgan) Nonsense, I certainly wouldn't have been entertaining a woman, naked or otherwise * Molly is still so woolly-headed from sleep that she's still frowning with confusion as she pulls on her shift (Molly) It was more me entertaining you, but... I still don't understand what's wrong * Morgan shakes his head (Morgan) No, I wouldn't do that * Molly pulls her long curls from the neckline, yawning a moment with a hand covering her mouth "It's alright, it was my idea. You can return the attention another time. It doesnt always need to be mutually satisfying like that". Her Eisen is very fluent considering where he thinks they are (Morgan) No, I wouldn't do that, I would never do that to my wife * Morgan narrows his eyes (Morgan) you're a long way from home... * Molly looks perplexed (Molly) That depends on what you count as my home. If you mean Sunnymeade, it's only five miles (Morgan) You speak with the same accent as I... yet you're all the way up here in Durham... did Edward send you? Is he so determined to have me set Dietlinde aside that he'd stoop this low? * Molly pauses, blinking rapidly (Molly) Oh. * Morgan stares at her (Morgan) who am I kidding, of course he would (Molly) You think I am here to make you stray from your wife... *she looks hurt, maybe even slightly guilty, rather than defensive or angry** (Morgan) That seems fairly obvious * Molly pulls on a gown rapidly "I see." * Molly steps into shoes, then watches him a moment. "That is not something I have ever tried to do." * Morgan shakes his head (Morgan) she'll be livid * Molly bows her head "I'm sorry" * Morgan rubs his forehead (Morgan) how am I going to face her, tell her what I've done? * Molly sighs heavily (Molly) You did not make love to me last night. Do not burden yourself. (Morgan) I clearly did something... how can I expect her to come to Catterick with me if I've done something like this? * Molly bows her head again, avoiding eye contact "let me make you some tea..." * Morgan opens his mouth to argue but shuts it again (Morgan) fine * Molly watches him a moment, then grabs a thick navy shawl on the way out of the room, leaving him alone * Morgan curses himself as he gets dressed (Molly) **Everything is quiet, so he hears the front door open and shut** * Morgan finishes getting dressed and goes downstairs to the kitchen (Molly) **the stove is on, the kettle is on it, but there is no sign of the woman he's shared a bed with** * Morgan scowls, setting about making the tea (Molly) **by the time it is done, the door quietly opens. She comes back in, this time with Heinzharold and a blonde woman who looks very vaguely familiar, possibly a chamber maid from Die Dauerhaftigkeit. The final too are poorly dressed and very disheveled as if they have been hauled out of bed in a a hurry, and all three wear very serious expressions * Morgan stands in a corner of the room with his tea, watching them * Molly looks like she's been crying, but makes some coffee. HH has a bottle of scotch under one arm ** You're now known as HH (HH) Hey man, how you doing? (Morgan) What the hell are you doing here? You said you'd stay and keep them safe (HH) Something came up. They're safe. (HH) Let's have some scotch, think you need some (Morgan) At this hour? Have you lost your mind? (HH) **Inga finds some glasses** (HH) Had a bit of a shock, haven' ya? * Morgan glances at Molly then back to HeinzHarold (Morgan) I think Edward sent her, planned this... * HH shakes his head (HH) Nah man, I don't think so. * HH pours, passing Morgan a glass "drink up, settle yer nerves" * Morgan watches him a moment (Morgan) my nerves are fine * HH pours out some more, smaller volumes for the women. Molly simply downs hers before going back to pouring the coffee, and HH gives her a sympathetic glance before refilling it. (HH) She says nothing important happened, but you're still upset. Sounds like something a little scotch and a nap will help. (Morgan) Are you out of your gourd? * HH can't help but smile (HH) No more'an normal. (Morgan) I wake up to a strange woman in my bed and you want me to have a drink and a nap?! What the fuck is wrong with you? (HH) I'm jus' trying to help. What do you want? (HH) **A glance passes between the women** (Morgan) how is that going to help? (HH) Clearer head if you sleep on it (Morgan) My head is clear... *he fixes HeinzHarold with a stare* whats going on? (HH) Well let's start with y' telling me from the beginning, from when y' left Sudlachenburg, and I'll do my best to fill in the gaps... but let me get my coffee first, yeah? (Morgan) I left Dietlinde and Jana in Johstadt, with you... sailed to Avalon, got delayed thanks to some weird weather, came ashore here and rented this place until I can get on to Catterick... * HH gets up, going to Molly and Inga. There's some whispering. They all seem tense as hell. Then HH comes back, cup in hand (HH) What about last night? (Morgan) I went to bed, alone, and woke up next to her... * HH nods, thinking "If I send her away, wouldya go take a nap for me?" * Morgan frowns (Morgan) why? (HH) **Molly shakes her head "You can't send me away, Heinzharold." * Morgan frowns * HH looks at her "Yes I can. You don't need t' be here for it" (Morgan) for _what_? (HH) **Molly narrows her eyes at HH** Yes, I do. Besides, I am the only one who can make him sleep. * Morgan looks alarmed, looking at HeinzHarold (Morgan) whats going on man? * HH develops that seriousness that only comes out in him when there's a vitally important situation at hand. His stare is purely on the escalating battle of wills with the redhead. Meanwhile Inga watches them all** You need to sleep, man. It's the cleanest way out of the current problem. Will you do that for me? * Morgan nods slightly (HH) **HH pulls his gaze from Molly to Morgan** Did you nod? * Morgan nods again * HH looks at Inga "Take Molly next door incase it doesn't work" (HH) Molly looks both alarmed and angry: No! I should be here, it is my duty! He will need me. * Morgan watches them, clearly confused * HH rubs his forehead wearily "For fucks sake, Molly, you can't help here. I know yer scared and upset, but you're making it worse. (Morgan) Not a very Eisen name for someone with a Sudlach accent * HH looks at him "If she was from Sudlachenburg, we'd have seen her with that hair, wouldn't we?" (Morgan) Undoubtedly * HH looks at the women "Go on, go next door" (HH) **Molly looks to Morgan, clearly concerned for him, pained and unhappy, then looks at HH** Bang on the wall as soon as I can come back. * Morgan watches his friend * HH escorts the women to the door, a gentle hand on Molly's lower back to ensure she goes "Go on, we'll be okay". She submits, but she's obviously apprehensive even as Inga shuts the door behind them. (Morgan) There's something going on I don't understand, isn't there? * HH nods (HH) Yeah... but I'm 'oping if you sleep it'll all fall back into place * Morgan nods solemnly (Morgan) alright * HH heads back up the stairs. He flattens off the sheets, but the room still smells like roses (HH) Finish that scotch * Morgan nods, doing so * HH pulls him into a tight hug * Morgan whispers (Morgan) I'm scared * HH puts a hand on the back of his neck (HH) It'll be alright * Morgan nods slightly (HH) Hey, listen... whatever you think of her right now, she's a good girl. (Morgan) You know her? * HH nods (HH) Aye (Morgan) I'm so confused man (HH) I know... come on, try an' sleep * Morgan nods, getting onto the bed (HH) I'll be downstairs when y' wake (Morgan) alright * HH nods, going out a shutting the door * Morgan tries to sleep (HH) ** he dreams of skipping stones on the Sudlache. Slowly it all comes back to him, fairly peacefully. Eventually his mind feels more ordered, and he notices everything here has a blue tone like Molly's dreams have a yellow tone * Morgan tries to wake up (HH) **he manages it, knowing exactly who and where he is** * Morgan climbs out of bed, going back downstairs * HH is playing solitaire at the table. The light through the window shows it's mid-morning (HH) Hey man * Morgan nods to him (HH) How you doin'? * Morgan nods (Morgan) 'm alright (HH) Back to normal? * Morgan nods * HH looks relieved (Morgan) sorry man (HH) Thank fuck for that. Not yer fault (Morgan) Got any of that scotch left? * HH gets up and fetches him some (Morgan) [blossom, could you come here please] * HH pours some for each of them (HH) Hoped last time was a one off * Morgan nods (Morgan) me too * HH drinks some of the scotch (HH) Inga and Molly have started makin' lunch next door. Varick, Elsie and James all in there (Morgan) How did you explain it to them? (HH) Told them the stove in 'ere was acting up so breakfast was going to be next door and I was gonna try to fix it. Varick took some books and toys with him, noone's come back * Morgan nods (HH) **The front door opens quietly, and Molly steps in. HH looks at Morgan $want me to stay or go?$** (Morgan) $stay, I might need help explaining it$ * Morgan gets up going to Molly (HH) **She looks a little wary of him, something he's almost never seen before** You asked for me... ** You're now known as Molly (Morgan) blossom, I'm sorry * Molly shakes her head "You do not need to apologise" (Morgan) The way you are standing now more than shows that I do (Molly) It wasn't intentional, you weren't to know (Morgan) Sit with me and I'll explain? * Molly nods, following his lead (Morgan) HeinzHarold, could you get us some tea please (Molly) **He starts to make some** * Morgan sits at the table (Morgan) When I woke up, I thought it was 67... I had left Dietlinde and Jana safe in Johstadt... * Molly sits beside him (Molly) Yes (Morgan) I didn't remember any of this... thats why I reacted as I did * Molly nods (Molly) I know... you felt you had betrayed her. I understand. (Morgan) because to my mind she was still alive * Molly nods (Molly) I'm sorry. (Morgan) no, no blossom, you've nothing at all to be sorry for.. I'm so very sorry for hurting you * Molly shakes her head "I'm sorry you felt such dislike for me, even though I understand why" (Morgan) it wasn't that I had a dislike for you... as far as I was concerned I was married and had gone to sleep alone, and yet... * Molly nods, pulling her shawl tighter (Molly) But you know now that you have done nothing wrong? That _we_ have done nothing wrong? (Morgan) Of course... _now_ * Molly nods sadly (Molly) That's something at least * Morgan nods (Morgan) I had hoped you'd never have to see me like that (Molly) It was unexpected... I wanted to handle it so much more calmly, but my feelings took over (Molly) **HH puts their teacups down before making himself more coffee** (Morgan) I think thats entirely understandable... are you two ok? * Molly glances at HH (Molly) It was just a conflict of tactics, that's all * Morgan raises an eyebrow (Morgan) its important (Molly) **HH nods** We've talked and hugged, we're good * Morgan nods (Morgan) alright (Molly) **HH comes near Morgan** Next time I'm gonna just let her **he pokes Morgan in the arm* ZAP! you (Morgan) That might work * Molly smiles a little (Molly) It would be more practical than trying to persuade you (Molly) HH: $still need me?$ (Morgan) $no I think we managed it$ * Morgan nods (Morgan) I know it would (Molly) HH: I'm gonna let Inga know everything's okay * Morgan nods * Molly smiles slightly, sipping her tea "Thank you, Heinzharold" (Molly) **He goes** (Molly) I wonder if he is going to tell Inga everything is well, or to get her to make him feel better... (Morgan) feel better? (Molly) Coddle him (Morgan) Think he deserves it... you both do * Molly smiles, blushing (Molly) You want to coddle me? (Morgan) After the morning you've had, you deserve it * Molly nods (Molly) I'd like that... but I might cry, I'm afraid (Morgan) Thats understandable * Molly nods (Molly) In the parlour? * Morgan nods * Molly takes her tea in with her, waiting for him to settle * Morgan does so * Molly curls up into his lap (Molly) I was scared you wouldn't come back... * Morgan nods * Molly tucks her head under his chin, speaking quieter "I was scared you wouldn't want to" ** You are now disconnected (Network connection lost) ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Friday, 7 January 2022 15:24:09 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You are now disconnected ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You have joined #7thsea ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Friday, 7 January 2022 15:24:24 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** Reconnecting to 192.168.1.82:6667… ** You have joined #7thsea ** You are now disconnected ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Friday, 7 January 2022 15:36:55 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Molly) [15:10] * Molly tucks her head under his chin, speaking quieter "I was scared you wouldn't want to" ** You are now disconnected (Connection timed out) ------------------------------ Logging started for 192.168.1.82:#7thsea on Saturday, 8 January 2022 19:06:24 Greenwich Mean Time ------------------------------ ** You have joined #7thsea (Morgan) * Molly nods (Morgan) In the parlour? (Morgan) * Morgan nods (Morgan) * Molly takes her tea in with her, waiting for him to settle (Morgan) * Morgan does so (Morgan) * Molly curls up into his lap (Morgan) I was scared you wouldn't come back... (Morgan) * Morgan nods (Morgan) * Molly tucks her head under his chin, speaking quieter "I was scared you wouldn't want to" (Morgan) Given half a chance, I'll always come back * Molly shrugs (Molly) I didn't know what would happen when you realised, whether all those old feelings would remain. I didn't know if the betrayal I could see you felt would still be there even now that you know. (Morgan) I don't know what would happen if I had to be told... but both times once I'm asleep it sort of comes to me slowly... * Molly nods (Molly) I can't let you be told. I can't risk it. I _won't_ risk it. * Morgan nods (Morgan) It seems sleeping fixes it, so far (Molly) So far... * Morgan nods (Molly) I don't want to lose you that way (Morgan) I don't to be lost * Molly nods (Molly) Do you want me to make you faint next time? (Morgan) I don't know if that'd work (Molly) Should I try? (Morgan) I don't know... Think we'll need to ask HeinzHarold * Molly nods, pulling in closer (Molly) If we have to tell you, how do you want it done? * Morgan sighs (Morgan) I don't know (Molly) Heinzharold wanted to send me away so I was not here if you had to be told * Morgan nods (Morgan) I remember (Molly) I wanted to stay, so much. But I think he is right. My being there would likely not go well. * Morgan nods (Morgan) probably not (Molly) He said you would displeased that he had let me see you so upset... (Morgan) I'd be more concerned at the impact it'd have on you (Molly) In what respect? * Molly closes her eyes, still tucked into him (Morgan) I'm fairly sure you'd spend ages asking yourself if I'd be that upset if it were you... because thats how your mind works * Molly inhales sharply "You are far too perceptive at times" * Morgan shrugs (Morgan) Wouldn't have been a very good spy if I wasn't * Molly nods (Molly) That is true... * Molly sighs (Molly) I would want to support you (Morgan) I know blossom (Molly) It would be... I don't know... But it would pain me to not be there to help * Morgan nods * Molly is quiet for a few minutes. He can feel her hand holding the fabric of his clothing. She sounds to be thinking rather than drifting off (Morgan) What are you thinking? (Molly) About what you said, that that is how my mind works * Morgan nods (Molly) That was all (Morgan) alright blossom * Molly nods (Molly) I am sorry I was not as calm and in control as I should have been (Morgan) its entirely understandable blossom (Molly) I expect better from myself than that (Morgan) You're being too hard on yourself * Molly nods slightly (Molly) I suppose so * Morgan nods (Molly) I will be more forewarned next time * Morgan nods (Morgan) its hard to understand quite how different I am without seeing it, isn't it * Molly nods (Molly) You were so much less stubborn... * Morgan nods (Morgan) aye * Molly giggles a little (Molly) If it was as you are now, I would definitely need to zap you, as Heinzharold puts it * Morgan nods (Morgan) Definitely (Molly) You would not be coerced into sleeping at all, and you would be immediately suspicious of platitudes * Morgan nods (Morgan) indeed I would (Molly) You would be quite awful to manage... * Morgan nods (Morgan) I've no doubt about that (Morgan) good job I was a nicer person then * Molly shrugs "certainly more practical for us all" * Morgan nods * Molly nods (Molly) She was very lucky to have such a dedicated husband * Morgan frowns (Morgan) You realise I am as dedicated to you? * Molly nods (Molly) Fidelity is important to you * Morgan nods (Molly) I know you would be horrified to find another woman in bed with you in reality * Morgan nods (Morgan) quite (Molly) Are you in need of reassurance? (Morgan) of? (Molly) That I am not angry with you... that I trust you...? (Morgan) You are hurt... and question my feelings for you... (Molly) I know you love me, liebes herz * Morgan nods (Morgan) indeed I do (Molly) As you have said, you could not have made the progress you have if you did not love me so intensely (Morgan) No... but you are still hurt (Molly) It was painful, but it wasn't intentional. I know you would never, ever choose for me to feel that (Morgan) no, absolutely not (Molly) I would not have you feel guilty * Morgan sighs (Morgan) I'm afraid I rather do * Molly moves back a little to place a hand in his cheek and look him in the eyes "Oh my love, you do not need to" (Morgan) nevertheless (Molly) You would tell me not to feel guilty if it were the other way around (Morgan) And you still would (Molly) But I would _try_ not to... and I would let you use magic to make me feel better * Morgan shakes his head (Morgan) No * Molly kisses him before moving back to having her head beneath his chin (Molly) I am alright now... it was a rough few hours, but now you are here as I need * Morgan nods (Molly) It could happen again, but it won't be such a shock, and I will be quicker at lying if I cannot make you faint * Morgan nods (Molly) I know you dislike lying... * Morgan nods (Morgan) I do (Molly) But I would have lied to you if I had been more awake or quicker to understand * Morgan nods (Morgan) I know (Molly) Would you forgive me if I lie to you in future? (Morgan) In that circumstance, yes * Molly nods (Molly) Next time I shall indignantly ask back what _you_ are doing in _my_ bed, hmm? (Morgan) Possibly not a wonderful idea * Molly nods (Molly) I will tell you absolutely nothing happened though * Morgan nods (Molly) Perhaps I will say I must have returned to the wrong room? * Morgan nods (Morgan) that might work * Molly nods (Molly) You would still be upset, but perhaps less so if I could persuade you nothing happened * Morgan nods (Morgan) indeed * Molly yawns a little into her hand (Molly) It was unlucky timing, I had been awake much of the night (Morgan) I'm sorry... perhaps you should be the one to take a nap now? (Molly) You need not apologise. I will go for a nap if you need some time alone (Morgan) No, but it would do you good... and if something happens with Elsie, you being tired would be less than ideal * Molly nods (Molly) That is true... perhaps Heinzharold would benefit from you hugging him? (Morgan) Aye, probably (Molly) He does love cuddles... perhaps not as much as I love yours though * Morgan nods (Morgan) he always has * Molly yawns again "When you hold me for a long time like this I can understand why cats purr" * Morgan chuckles * Molly holds him tighter a moment before letting go (Molly) Find me if you need me, my love. If you start to feel very bad about it all, wake me please so I can reassure you (Morgan) alright blossom * Molly gets out of his lap (Molly) I'll see you in a while ** You are now disconnected