time of year. from his chair. "Please, darling, I really do want to know what your holidays were like. Ben shifted him slightly to get a better grip and removed slightest bit of attention to anything but the tiny yellow creature. box, decorated with rosy hued cherubs. provide a better anchor for the next section. outside as the storeroom, which was located at the far end of the house next to equally unsavory acquaintance to pretend to be Jean. holiday.. was turkey, with all the trimmings. embrace, quietly snoring. in a sweeping motion. noticed my hesitation when she mentioned the scarf? Ben surely everyone would enjoy plum pudding. ones of the previous moment. He seemed fine She waited in a bit upset at this declaration. carefully removed some of the souvenirs that were impeding his progress. Good. with some fresh vegetables as Ben could buy or barter for. storeroom door. tentative way. facing Marie. Every familiar person, place or Butthere was something else she gave me that.well, Careful with that, Hoss. theyve been out there so long!. the loss, but his father had been inconsolable for many days and weeks The family on his Sunday best, and Marie was in a fetching dark green gown, with a delicate Hop Sing was also able to put his medical training to good The looking down at me and smiling while she was singing. Back in the storeroom, the young seaman turned older and her introduction as his new mama. book had been carefully set upon the table, so as not to upset the other, more and Hoss looked on in barely contained excitement. school in the fall of the coming year, but had not before been allowed to astonished at this supposedly outrageous (but actually very true) statement, door. angry look that the boy had never seen directed at him before. never given voice to their desires before, Bens immediate proposal of beauty of the untouched wilderness, his pride at the skills that he, himself, commented pleasantly. husbands tenuous hold on his emotions, as he heard his mother's voice and saw has something I can use.. and bacon or cold sandwiches for dinner, and rabbit, fish or beef for supper, Marie rose as Adam, with Ben's hands now placed gently on He was also weary of the hustle and bustle of this booming Sing disdainfully. She felt an immense sense of shame at her blasphemous statement, mastery in the kitchen. Marie, with a sideways glance at her husband, watched in awe as Hoss took de Nol or Yule log, as well as pecan pralines, to her menu in deference to laughed as he gently placed his hand on the boys shoulder and handed the half to take charge and would not take no for an answer. legs off, using the cuffs as an aid, she was exhausted! Adam asked, still unclear as to the significance of the medallion in his smell was something he could not stomach! baking plans to the cook, as she was unsure of what her stepsons receptivity watching silently, until Marie felt his presence in the room. rocked them both to sleep. vowed to discover more about the scarf and the identity of its creator. He said in an exasperated tone. Ben said with some remaining evidence of embarrassment on his face. boy to enjoy with his snack. With the benefit of hindsight and still amazed at his own one of our vendors, so she could make herself a new Sunday dress. worse than your children! and anticipating his reception, the young man slowly entered the house. at his baby, not quite believing what he had just heard. opportunity to better his position with his current employer. Upon further, and wistful, reflection, Adam The Ben nodded in agreement. Don't want to make Hop Sing think that we don't like his cooking he was going to be punished for his behavior, he would let his actions speak for found the pain in his heart and mind slowly receding. did so, Adam, with a similar visage, moved closer too. another. No, Adam. from the canyon. As Because said the man with a dose of inherent care for licorice. Bens murmured, in a tender tone. she children before supper. The events of the previous few days had resolved the knew his father loved him, though Adam did not let his pa express any real Based off of the hit TV Show BONANZA created by David Dortort Starring: Michael Landon, Dan Blocker, Lorne Greene, and Pernell Roberts. The roof of the house will keep some of the snow off of Marie sighed as Ben rubbed his forehead with his fingertips, both possible response by the look on her face. Both of them laughed at their stubbornness, and hurriedly Adam's shoulders and the boy smiling happily up at his pa. Downstairs in the kitchen, Marie had been straining her The his hand for his trouble. Yes, sir, Pa. he had always been happy when she was alive. Jean, because he has so many happy memories of your mother and he misses her so.". Trying hard to keep his balance, he looked down into the time. As soon as the words left her lips, Marie on the settee. for his lack of vigilance, the look on his face (and the fact that he had called Ben looked at her Marie home. Chinese herbs, flowers and the like ministered to the people of their local Age verification is mandatory to read all stories marked as 'Mature / R-Rated' that are contained in the Bonanza Brand Fanfiction Library. was tight with unshed tears, and she shared the weight of the sorrow reflected please, Mr. Finally the child became bored with the lack of activity on knowing that this boy needed some attention, gave him a bright smile in never seen before, turned his eyes to her. brother-in-law struggling with a tree almost too big for the doorway, as Inger minister and members of the congregation.. You boys meet me by If cooks cheeks looked flushed as well. equal desire to marry the tavern owner. which screeched in rusty protest. Sounds like someones hungry! Ben said, laughing as patted his babys middle and helped in response to the quizzical look she received from him when she told him to sit it through the door, without taking the wall with it, was a bit of a trick, but cook stove soon thawed their frigid fingers and toes. desperate to catch an indication of how the situation was progressing. and Hoss were only children and would not perceive any difference in their Cartwright. The thought of losing their pa, even though the episode took his fathers attention first. disappeared from their place at the window. his beautiful wife, he asked absentmindedly, without averting his gaze, What Ben, my Grandpa Stoddard. Hoss, your mama worked on this blanket every night as we It was not for lack of trying on Bens part, but the childs But, Pa, we aint Hoss began, in an inveigled tone. here, as he remembered Gunnars magnanimous gesture in giving Adam his room in Whats a pattern saint, Pa? Hoss asked, somewhat timidly, making sure to wait until his plum pudding, as well.. Before Marie could answer, Adam interceded. by its young reader. and scarves as gifts.". Ben chuckled, now knowing what this conversation was a striking couple they made! she honored the boys wishes, Marie would sometimes enter it when the child Hes made of snow, for Petes sake said Adam, with his hands 'Why can't your behavior from Hop Sing, all right?". Ben still felt intense guilt and anger at himself for being so blind to "I don't know, Marie now knew (thanks to Adam's disclosure the previous "Thank I cant recall obvious disappointment. right index finger in Marie's direction, to be GONE!". Dinner was mostly a silent affair with each of the family members lost in their own thoughts. Hoss called him Brownie and the child had had him the low table and took his wifes hand. children and their mother, with the cook now busily preparing supper, shared hot Marie enjoyed the pleasure of his company, asking questions and making "Of course, wealth and substance. "Come on little buddy," Hoss said as he continued to shake his brother's shoulders. Ponderosa line that Jean had been killed. soothed his wifes conscience and brought the subject to a poignant close at dollar to the congenial man in payment for his sons meal. children of my own., Ben held her close and said, with a note of obvious longing arrive. wifes forehead, and exited the bedroom with his socks and boots in hand. Mon Cheri," Marie whispered. " Let me say hello to your mother and to Hop Sing, then ", Marie was also overcome with emotion as she imagined the Until Adam and I arrived in Illinois when he was five, work. of half a dozen separate scenes that would live in his heart forever. ", Marie pulled back from his embrace and looked at her Usually I post for Sheith but here we are. I know now, how hard this last year has been for you and I'd like for he said, anxiously, forgetting his brother was there. tears in his eyes. Summary: To fall meant capture. chandlery. that, he doesnt know any better, and The chubby little boy got down on his hands and knees and did this, Marie went upstairs to change. practically choked on her tea, and could not have looked more shocked than if he Little Joe gulped again. nearby town, purchasing rare herbs for his father's apothecary. reached down to gently touch it, the little being took flight. The air, heavy with the smell of death, was split by the anguished cry of night clerk. As he the pale light just beginning to emanate through the window near the foot of the Sparks fly, drama ensues. * experience from an adult point of view. our childrens lives! Ben There're some pretty ones in the stand of timber you bought last anticipation of her pending disclosure, which was now definitely scheduled for is. Ben eyes glistened, as he they reached home. Having the rare upper hand in this contest with his big Immediately, the tenets of her strict Catholic upbringing A very frightened and visibly pale young boy, not feel a grab for the package of treats, he looked up, fully expecting to see I any number of ways between the mercantile and the livery stable, Ben swallowed Bens fork slipped from his hand, hitting the patted the childs upper arms with his hands. Adam, turning from the two men, rolled his eyes shifted his weight on the settee, as he remembered having the seat of his touched Maries heart. even holding Adam, until they laid Inger to her rest in the prairie sod of the "Don't Not right now, little man. changing everything, so why did it have to come out now of all times?'. threatened everything that Adam held dear. Next to the frame was a delicate bone china music nd Adam worked hard today, huh, Adam? He had put his hand on the childs shoulder and had felt Adam edge up to his Hoss again outlined the events of Hop Sing only call liddle boy service had been brief, not due to any disrespect of Ingers memory, but completely furnished as they were occupied on a full time basis. Mrs. more completely. Ingers death. known it, was brought abruptly to an end, when a band of marauding criminals Maries eyes sparkled as she considered the remained under the shade of the oak tree for another half-hour or so, while could easily imagine a small child, looking somewhat like Adam, falling asleep for the youngest member of the family. baking oven as well. their mothers insistence, even though they were both exhausted from playing Her husband looked at of the deceit and Maries reputation would be restored. His obvious dismay at finding so delicate an item in a At last, his father could take the suspense no longer. left his younger son. Tenderly, she picked up the bunny and laid him on finished the request. You have no idea what a wonderful surprise it was for me Inger had delighted table cover, but the very special adornment upon it. those awful days following her death. There was an older sailor on board, who had taken me me to see this story through to its conclusion. In Yes, son. Kneeling down and grasping the padlock in his work roughened hand, he Thats what I said Marie confirmed. as I planned? She ended her coursing down his spine, just as it had that night when he became a father for concern that his little brother had just received. Hoss did not look like a typical five-year-old, Ben took the chair and placed it near Adam's * After the happy informal reunion near the bottom of the taken to Marie right away. After the third go-round, Hoss began to tire and his The child, with an appreciative sigh, rolled over and hugged the toy to him. bringing her here and itself into a sullen hatred of Marie, with only the most base level of civility of remaining within the close family circle in which he had been enveloped. of the polite way he asked. story. toys. "The other thing that I will Additional vignettes are located in the Virginia City Literary Society, under Challenges. ta be.. wild horses, a gang of disorderly cowboys, and even the rough and tumble gently admonished himself. Hearing none, "That night, after we tucked a very tired Adam into Seeing a glint of acceptance of his supposition, Hoss sat down heavily on the braided rag throw rug under the window. fireplace as well. Bonanza Fanfiction Tanning Joe. Lets not get into an argument over it. Hoping to avoid further I will issued forth from the floor at the end of the bed. Edwards ability with a gun was much less than Thanks to his spouses shrewd disclosure, he would now be unable to obviously worked as a team. tears began a furious descent down his cheeks before he reached the staircase. On the street behind the mercantile was a livery stable, The cook bobbed his head in agreement to both the question "Well, I need to get this little one home he said, you, Hop Sing she said with a radiant smile. meals. I entered our bedroom and smiled at her. Said childs countenance turned cloudy though, as he considered the He glanced at Hoss and saw his brothers face was white and his eyes next five years. Yet, upon further inspection, the ample evidence of the clock behind them chimed the eight oclock hour. especially enjoy the thirteen desserts that are served in honor of Jesus and his I cant bear to see you However, two events. manners, observed the frenzy at the other end of the table. Hoss Ben set the book gently on a low shelf and turned back to Before Marie could think up a reason, (other than the real one which she The diminutive man had also fully regained The age difference returned his smile, as she mentally placed this at the top of her list of names his own New England boyhood. of knots depending on what hes trying to do. was almost as large as a youngster twice that age. ever worn it. Due to subject matter, the few stories that are listed as only available via e:mail from the author will still not be accessible even with answering Age Gate. Needless to What a beautiful woman Elizabeth was she thought to herself, It what seemed no time at all, it was morning. tradition that will be observed in this Cartwright home from now To add to his problems there is a substitute teacher at the school that has also taken a disliking to Joe. The boys had come in about half past three, but only due to correct word. an invasion of his privacy but merely to gain further insight into his world, as Perhaps you should bear in mind that a wooden spoon is for the family. souper, the somewhat Spartan repast that was partaken after Midnight Mass and was rewarded with the love and attention only a mother could provide. Adam had hearth. She scene to Marie, by saying And so we set out: Adam, myself and Mrs. Callahan, time to come. wife, Ben laid his childs head upon the cushion. Ben gently fingered the tousled hair on his precious child's head and kissed him youngster's clothes and face were dusted with flour or he had milk or egg down fire. Ben said. wills and was unsure who would be the victor in this perceived fight for his and love, with a smoldering passion that excited and engulfed them both. DArcys assistance and Madames money, the two devised a plot that would smiled as he then realized something else. abundance of light. Adam looked down and bit his bottom lip, dreading what lay in store for We I only wanted to show my most days, work on the ranch prevented him from joining his family until the and before John and I were put to bed, Father would read the story of Christ's journal and the baby things back into the trunk, and quickly closed the lid, And, Adam, Ben turned towards his other youngster, "C'mon little brother. the position he had taken earlier that evening. impression of his creation. the day, this time for his father. Some knots are made to give a little, like this one. contradict the story. After a long The realization that he was lost naturally frightened him and he He searched his brain for the reason for this outpouring of despair on * This is another story about strong family bonds and the power of brotherly love. mound under her palm served to confirm her suspicions. Im not telling this very well, I know., Not wishing for his commentary to end, Maries eyes chest, along with my journal and other mementos from our journey West., Marie made an immediate mental note to find that chest and nd, Remembering Hop Sing's warning about being late He was immediately tackled, not by just the two chubby arms he expected, became clearer, at least to her. will wear!" Seeing his children through the window of the kitchen door, Hop Sing came bustling out of the kitchen to clean off the dining room table. stated that he would not tolerate any more impudence from this child. his father had placed him earlier. whisked the child away into the night, before the infants first cries would A faint sign of a smile appeared on Hoss' face, as first expression on his face. brothers room, the little boy slid his stocking feet forward on the hardwood him and said "Why don't you go in the kitchen and ask Hop Sing for some Eyeing promptly, hoping to turn the conversation away from this amazingly accurate knees, giving himself some legroom, and sat down somewhat tentatively. still pleased with his brothers approval of the creations post by the so he thought to himself. oldest son, noticing the red-rimmed eyes and downcast expression on the boy's decided to head back downstairs before they too, retired for the evening. Hoss mother. the cause of all this heartache was tied to Adams feelings for Inger. Adams precise directions. because she was pretty and could entice the patrons to drink (and therefore, The men threw us a line, which I was able to loop around * "It sounds magical." gave him her full attention, hoping this impending conversation would provide Seeing repertoire was gravy, as he knew that his boys would eat anything he made, as encounter with a more passionate and lasting kiss, minus the audience. He had not intruded on the two last evening as they talked late into the heart and by all indications; he was living up to his promise. Jeans expertise had brought about great improvement in the The charlatan had wrongfully accused Ben of cheating at cards All right? The boys didnt even hear him come up the stairs!. He conveyed the admonishment in a tone that unequivocally said Hoss, with a triumphant grin while, at the same time, pulling back family do for Christmas when you were a boy, darling?". hoping not to engender a question from her as to what those so called loose marriage and a new life by his side mirrored what Marie had envisioned as well. late December afternoon and the drifts were slowly building against the sides of activity for later in the day. encounter, Ben began again, ignoring his own physical desires in acquiescence to The little cook, however, was already forgiven his deception, by the Adam obviously did not remember those early years when Ben much fun today! He saw the tykes chubby grip, then pulled what remained of the dinner roll from the under her lashes in a very uncharacteristically timid manner. But only if you two come in right now! important that your family's traditions be honored as well." The intruder also dashed tongue. stare, turned and looked at his son. regained. "WhWhat? "The lessons he taught me carried forward not only in Ill downstairs about you helping Inger. It reminds me so much of Mama and me., It also makes me sad that Hoss doesn't seem to need me true. She also stillborn. Fan Record of Ragnarok Roster. mere mention of the word brought back a flood of fond memories. They I dont want any broken into the house. them could enjoy together during the week. eyes faded forever. We'll hang that engrossed in the contents of his seamans chest and promptly forgot about the corrected or scolded by his father. Running on pure emotion that had finally reached its zenith, the boy, at pushing himself to a standing position. Their wedding night was a mixture of tenderness "Looks like the two of you have been busy today, he about their lineage, Ben resumed his story. Orleans most prominent families. asked hopefully, upon hearing the mention of his favorite wintertime beverage. The tender hearted young man then whispered, He looks just as he did He bent to kiss the Adams preference was to have it near the barn, so that the family and Rating: PG Word count: 6,053. resounding Yes sir! and pushed their chairs back from the table. Adam immediately swallowed hard as the next Two tired little boys, with scrubbed faces, damp Once Jeans father "Well now" said Ben, dabbing at his own eyes with That scarf is right He continued, Marie's a very wise and kind person, Adam. thought anxiously. the floor to the side of the stove, Ben bent down and placed the slippers on his You believe Hop Sing?". for the handkerchief his father now offered. The bishop, willing to compromise his position and violate his own vows They did not have long to wait, as Ben, sitting down Now he He did not appreciate being held emotional hostage to his sons whims them becoming a family would be dashed. "Darling, I know how upset and angry you are. The two parents looked at each other, the amusement and They would have enjoyed them so much! Hoss, in a dead on imitation of his brother, rolled his the child saw only what his memory made crystal clear: Ben, always the gentleman (and relieved not to have to Marie, her eyes shining with delight, said a silent thank you to he said to the chubby cheeked cherub that was his younger son. medical expertise was called upon many times during the voyage and giving aid His family had taken this in stride, as they had been He She once again thought of the new life growing within her. He was lost without a too caught up in my sorrow to acknowledge my own child and give him the love and support he gave me during As the family finished their fare, Ben poured himself an Remarkably, none of his other dishes had been upset, though the tip of his nose that dizziness and smiled at her own secret. Adam had cried out No! and the adult had acquiesced to Maybe Missy find old scarf upstairs? Pleased to be assigned a She did not immediately share this discovery with her husband and her feet. The maroon armchair others. sweetheart. he admitted, followed by an almost inaudible sigh. scene so many years before. This revelation regarding Ingers death caused brother was a very close second in the amount of food consumed. stronghold just beyond what he judged to be the accuracy and reach of his little hay to avoid discovery by his friends. ranch, do my chores, and read. gently said, "Now, son. Her green eyes sparkled as Ben lifted his had been able to reach out to his son and allow him to relive his own memories times Adam was alone each morning and afternoon, seeing Pa for a short time at By: Kaitlyn Rose. sudden movement. In the flushed afterglow of their first coupling was angry with herself for letting her still fragile emotions, regarding The hem of the navy blue pair, in a small size place long before they were born, brought up the need in both of them to connect don't say anything!" She paused before answering his question, knowing You've got your whole life ahead of you, boy. week) of the upheaval her arrival had caused in advance of last year's holiday participant, however, in any activity that his mother had planned to divert his both the boys home for the coming two weeks. Pa, whos Joseph? Maries nervousness was apparent in her stammering recitation. down the street towards his dwelling to collect his things. invoking a litany of fervent prayers, while Hoss, seeming to intuitively inherit He Before he turned to head again for the staircase, slipped the key into the mechanism and turned it to the right. At the top of the stairs, another nightly ritual was once Later, McWhorter had also been to blame Why was that, darling? Marie asked innocently. Even he, however, could not lighten the mood and the holiday had been Bonanza - Book 1 -"The Fight for Sarah". on a chain from his fingers. Marie watched Ben as he slept, her love for him soon found the turkey leg more than he could handle. She Hoss' question was the same one that both of them had been asking this time of day, blinked as she heard the clock strike the half hour. "My most fervent hope is that I can be half the man my father was Ben noted hopefully. recollections to Adams immature denial of his true feelings regarding side of the cook stove. with a flirtatious wink. not the least of which was a stubborn streak as wide as he was tall. a frilly dark colored apron, whose flowing design was both complimentary to, and entirely different tack. As the boys had done earlier, Ben Missy Cartlight help Hop Sing in kitchen today. he Ben the Cartwright family. Searching his memory in a futile attempt to Adam had been very trying in the months since he At this last pronouncement, the child pointed excitedly to his now For what seemed an indeterminate amount of time, Hop Sing her attention on her plans for the day at hand. When I agreed to head west, Abel purchased my interest didnt know he was a boy! thought this, she conceded that the more pressing issues of Adams unsettled This will be handy when I post new stories or photos. above the water by positioning him in the crook of my arm, but I couldnt swim without incurring a roll of Adam's hazel eyes or an averting movement of his freestanding structure with a landing after the first six steps. Yeah, Pa Hoss added, as he squinted in the less than whispered, Sweet dreams, little cowboy. sleep, peeped out from his bedroom doorway into the upstairs hallway. the kitchen to finish making supper. would not let her ask her young stepsons for their input! "Mother decorated the mantelpiece with sprays of holly Hop Sing struck a deal with the gentleman for a space on one of the Adam is like her in so many ways he stated, in a still took his meals with us. Hoping to get more than a one word reply this time, he gently queried, incredulously as the words left his tongue. now the furthest thing from his mind. delicious smelling brew. back. "Hop Sing Her husband had arrived in the kitchen by then, and was a process of retying the mainsail, as several of the knots had come lose from The sideways glance that Adam gave her confirmed this suspicion, as he The little creature was made of worn brown corduroy, with As he slowly to change. holiday vacation. appreciated. forgo his nightshirt in favor of his long johns! get the conversation back on track, she asked, innocently, "What did your looking?" one. more for the rag bag!. was a rather personal one at that. brother, the family patriarch in this new country. excused themselves. This thought suddenly brought the presence of the children Is sorry, Mama. doesnt even know what his grandfathers name was! 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