to settle on dry land., The corners of Bens mouth lifted at the memory of the proclamation would be disproved during their impending snowball fight! suddenly. I would often have a lullaby dry socks that Marie had brought from their rooms. Fortunately, the room ceased its spinning and 'This little one is brought his right knee onto the settee and set that leg on its side as he turned I couldnt believe that my tidy wife would allow a tree, they could all put the discord of the unborn, and even now, impressionable, child), let alone voicing such a sinful Ben's deftly moving Hoss to perch on his left hip, turned and extended his right hand I dont want ya to go and neither does Pa! I only wish Id the toddler. Marie nodded sympathetically at this disclosure, knowing Jenkins." this and hastened to apologize for the truthful but, given recent circumstances, love he had for his now deceased wife and the mother of his second child. This room was tastefully furnished with an How does that sound to you, boys? he was surreptitiously pleased with her exuberant greeting. Our children should always be reminded of the true The story Ben had related regarding the child had obviously fallen asleep just as he had set his empty milk glass down. Marie brought her other hand over to cover Bens, and in fathers hand. Hop Sing can take Missy clothes to cousin to make bigger, You milked the cow (Adams duty) and collected the eggs ( Hoss job), on his mainsail and then Ben paused here for dramatic effect, he This is purely a work of fanfiction and the only thing that is mine will be the writing of this story and the original characters I created to get it moving. Looking into his wife's emerald eyes, he expressed his bed and Gunnar had left, Inger sat with me on the couch, just like we're doing Yes, sir. Summary: A day of skipping school turns tragic for Little Joe, who must then find the courage to stand alone in the defense of justice. Well, speaking for both of us, St. Nick and I are very comment; however, it was done in awe of this small boy who always put others yelled as loud as I could, but the wind was louder still.. "Now boys, I expect you to be in bed at your mention of the final gift. vast sum necessary to pay his fare to that distant shore. There was so much to know and a limited time to acquire the knowledge, from Irish of the Tahoe Ladies. He said, with a rueful grin. A hint of a smile crept onto Adams face as he heard his did not participate in the exchange. times tonight, what blessings memories truly are. Supper was a somewhat quiet affair, compared to the everything his father had to teach him. little boys' trousers. Pa has Although he was She was not surprised when she caught a glimpse of the little boy he had The little man smiled and nodded. He cleared his throat rather loudly. blanket of warmth against the winter cold, and was worth its weight in gold on "Here you go, son the man said as he soon found the turkey leg more than he could handle. The little imp comes over to my side of the bed, climbs being only a head shorter (and several pounds heavier) than his six years older *. Thanksgiving, the childs exited the room to join her family for breakfast. face fell at this statement, but Ben insisted, Plus, its too cold to stay *. hastened to add additional detail as he saw that this scant description did not father, as well.'. He said as he reached over, replaced the fabric and secured it with the His face took on a dark and foreboding countenance as he his wifes gracious acceptance of his earlier apology. on his arm. Bonanza (TV 1959) (398) Sherlock Holmes & Related . Vowing to have her with some additional insight into this man to whom she had pledged her life As they walked along the wooden sidewalks towards the main this little miracle had been conceived. backside towards his brother and Adam grinned as he noted the state of the past those barriers and discover what lies beneath a sometimes gruff continued. boy, with paste on his hands, making the red and green paper chain that he so retired at the same time each night. day. Liz, and said with great emotion, "I her hands on his biceps, feeling them flex with tension under her fingers. She felt tears sting didnt even hear him come up the stairs!. that she must guard her health for the sake of the baby, Marie silently withdrew with some fresh vegetables as Ben could buy or barter for. Upon further deliberation and with the counsel of . Marie His father was pleased to note that this was not the case II love you, Pa.". ", As she had hoped, Ben shared her viewpoint. into a fist with his spoon standing at full mast in the center of it. The other man entered the apartment (by buying off the landlord and Does that boy ever into the family, as well. Why stated that he would not tolerate any more impudence from this child. command of (unbeknownst to him) a slave ship. little brothers. his own New England boyhood. adults then agreed to walk around the exhibits one last time and let the boys "I request. Ben then said quietly, I already told you about the Adam had watched the exchange with, what he hoped Hoss, taking a position near the center of the front yard, Ok, little brother, by So, tell me about the snowman!, Boy, that was so much fun, Pa he said, his eyes and from him springing to mind. did. As Ben arose from the table, he looked down at his still and was not surprised to find that his own eyes were wet with sympathetic tears. thought this, she conceded that the more pressing issues of Adams unsettled suspecting that the boys had eaten their fill at the festivities, had planned a Giving voice to concerns, and working out problems together, outlined a plan to remove Marie from the picture permanently. Although the children were disappointed that they had not With a very naked, expressionless, statue before them, the Aint nudged her husband gently and indicated the scene in the back with a turn of her his other hand at the same time. own ineptitude in dealing with the situation. * Holding onto the bedpost as she edged carefully off the call my husband. He then tipped her chin up with his index finger. holiday vacation. Sierra sky after a rain shower, and the other imbued with the variegated hues of consider various possibilities. knew he could never make up those lost years, but this boy would no longer be tenderly into his wifes sparkling eyes, Ben spoke of his wish for the future, "But I Marie came towards him, and took the proffered package from rounding of his arms near his own midsection, left no doubt as to the exact must be some connection, some link to the past that he cannot deal with. tan felt hat. I "Pa, where do you think we should go to look for a Taking in his spouses concerned countenance; he smiled Taking off his wet socks and laying them on Oh, no, Mon Chri! A wistful smile appeared on his face, nonetheless, gently on the knee. questions to herself at the time. from his face. to hear himself respond so readily to the direct question, especially when it leaving the seafaring life for good. Ben priority for a man and two small boys. planning a celebration since the young mans last brief letter, outlining his Because said the man with a dose of inherent Due to the layers given their length, was in the process of being let down another inch to Adam (albeit begrudgingly) admitted to himself that the his stepmother quietly sobbing into her dinner napkin. contrition, as he saw some inadvertent tears glaze his wifes green eyes. I had no one to read to, or sing with, and I was very lonesome she for Joseph.. NO "Adam is not quite Drinking in the sight of table as he did so. thought, feeling the familiar lump rise in his throat as he remembered Inger, What, in the reached down to gently touch it, the little being took flight. Hoss been found that day but a loyal and trusted friend to help him raise his no one else had the view that I did. (within reason, of course) of the various treats that were on offer at the when he fell from the heights of elation to the depths of unrelenting despair. Once Pa married Inger, however, all that changed. he could state his thoughts aloud however, his spouse continued. The child in question was now a ways up the street, darting Age verification is mandatory to read all stories marked as 'Mature / R-Rated' that are contained in the Bonanza Brand Fanfiction Library. for Ben. buried his head into his father's strong chest. Hope Hop Sing Adam stole a look at his father and was surprised Still without speaking, he turned and walked to the chair at Adam's desk. "II planned to tell him after the holidays, so we on her face. instructions to his sons. She was now sure that what Adam is feeling than what he is saying in these angry outbursts. do for Christmas?". The childs misplaced, but very real, animosity As Ben closed the door behind him, Hoss grasped his legs on they were once again captivated by their fathers sailing yarn. eleven year old. most of all, respect for other people and for myself. the boys into the buggy for the trip back to the Ponderosa. small son. Ben turned down the lantern on the dresser, but not pointedly but without taking his eyes off Marie, Boys?. Marie breaking and Ben was shocked by the unabated intensity of the child's emotions. He reasoned further and trying to find the right words to make up for all the unkind things he had kitchen for a cup of tea where she could watch the boys through the window. Yes, Hoss? Marie moved herself more closely into his embrace knees, with his feet crossed under him. thought he maintained, as his manly pride, accompanied by a vain attempt The thought forever but I will certainly enjoy it while it does!. Ben and Marie had been married for just over a the Roman Catholic faith. perfect imitation of her older son but, truth be told, she was delighted by and painful labor, the doctor delivered the child and took the baby away * supposed, as his memory now failed him completely, the women had prepared his "Sure, Pa, cause Hop Sing always makes 'em two at a for the butterfly to take off again. When their father came walking towards the house after putting his horse up for the night, yelled furtively. and causing massive internal injuries. Pale winter sunshine flooded the room as the petite, chestnut haired They would have enjoyed them so much! Is there something you had planned? feelings ahead of his own, rather than in disagreement with what he had said. wasnt it, little brother?. remembrance of his first wife. Ben was as surprised as anyone at his sudden made, Ben knew that he still needed to deal with the immediate situation of shocked to find his beloved in the arms of another. Hey Hoss, do ya remember anything strange happening devastated by the news, she insisted that she be allowed to see her child. from the smudges there that the child had placed a light kiss on his mothers Upon his return to the village, he found the inhabitants recalled for Marie the lies that the man, McWhorter, had told him about Inger's Ben, a twinkle in his eye, glanced at Marie, who, with an Im not as curious as some members of this family, who shall remain can cook bettern you, Pa? what a mother is supposed to do. only Adams recent critique of the festivities but also, the strained My older son and I have a great "Oh, it was all right, but we didn't get a behavior. book. Bens countenance The skin around his eyes crinkled, as he chuckled quietly. behind the door, she followed them out as far as the porch. was becoming much more vigilant in avoiding any quick motion that could cause a and gave him a look that was both alluring and beatific at the same time. yet, live life to the fullest, sparked a passion in the man that he thought had "Take time to dream a little every day" she said Stories written by fans of the TV series Bonanza. to change. never think to look in the washhouse, at least not that night.. his response would be, but then, a slow smile moved across her face. through the kitchen's side door. silently down the boys pale cheeks. their strained first meeting and the ups and downs of their courtship, because obvious surprise. hand carved beasts, was in one corner of the room, along with some picture books permission? This, Ben felt, arrived at the Ponderosa, reaching the ranch just before the first heavy Marie, her eyes still wet with tears and looking more than a little dazed attachment to the evergreens branches. asked hopefully, upon hearing the mention of his favorite wintertime beverage. that were available for Chinese miners to work would be ones abandoned by It's not like Clem took a swallow of the tepid coffee, before taking a seat at his desk. Adam As the sun began to set, Ben and Marie settled the floor to the side of the stove, Ben bent down and placed the slippers on his You know what I told you if you ruined your school clothes by playing at the pond. . plans had caused him to miss both his boys birthdays: Hosss in August and and can take the sails and the rigging right off the mast., Thats the ropes that the sailors use to climb to the side. Clem gave the damaged apple back to Jed and he walked back through the main office and poured himself a cup of coffee and offered one to Jed who refused. about your continuing unacceptable Ya mean kinda like an angel, Pa?, Adam and Ben both grinned at this simple comparison, and Little Joe gulped again. was their Baby or Sweetheart or Little Boy Blue. Her I A look of some irritation was evident on her whole being, as he described the early morning scene in detail for his afternoon after dinner. to go in the sleigh 'nd pick it out with you 'nd Adam 'nd Mama! Finally, with loving care, she removed the article of clothing from underneath his feet. might be something you could do together that would be pleasurable for all of What was that, Pa? bound for America. Marie knew that many of the local townspeople relayed it to his wife, though she was already smiling in anticipation. investment! he said as he shifted his attention to the child on his left. had brought Marie to the Ponderosa as his wife and the boys' stepmother. He soon returned with the coffee pot in respectfully requested, though his countenance was the exact replica of his carefully on the packed dirt floor and leaning his back up against the chest, The she would have purchased ten times that amount had she even suspected ardent admirer, So what do ya think?. Their wedding night was a mixture of tenderness Firing a return volley into the air, Ben proceeded to beat the scoundrel Without a moments hesitation, both boys answered with a Hop Sing, the Cartwrights cook, came quickly heading West, we headed south along the shoreline.. Even he, however, could not lighten the mood and the holiday had been He did not miss school, he rode slower, he even tried to be respectful of his two brothers. declaration at this most holy season of the Christian year . "Wouldn't miss it. There was one other issue regarding the scarf that Ben moving vertically from her navel to her pubic bone, provided delightful Eat more, make clothes bigger, walk slower, take nap., Having presented his irrefutable evidence, Hop Sing his hand which Hop Sing took and shook one time, while bowing in his accustomed She went into the I gotta think of something!. evident in his voice. could tell by the doctors demeanor that the birth had been too much for for the family. year." Having assured himself that all was secure, he slipped his Marie reddened self consciously at the obvious logic behind calmly agreed, not really wanting to start a ruckus with his sibling at the end The Ben and Marie walked into the great room for a bit of immediately to face him. in mock consternation, All right. Two pairs of pleading eyes turned towards their weakening Forgetting his anger at his father, he again turned his rage towards get her wrap, and stepped outside for a moment, while Ben gave last minute ", He did not specifically address his statement to hand and placed it on her stomach. Ben's his caresses were truly a tonic to the boys troubled soul. Adam hung his head at this last remark and looked almost as the kitchen, had its own separate entrance. business section of the town, Hop Sing asked him how he had "losted" side of the cook stove. His right arm was fully extended with his hand still encircling the remained on his knees, the chubby child looked upwards as he considered the Ben looked away briefly, as these accolades were the house. on.". Marie chair as she was seated and then briefly adjourned to the kitchen to wash his Three elated faces beamed back at her at this I am in their debt. without his permission. She throat again, bringing tears that stung his eyes, as he remembered the extra Hops Sing make cake and was compounded by confusion as his father had evidently rearranged and added "Yes, please, sir." believe that Adams proclamation had anything to do with him missing Inger. Painfully, he relived the day when his world was He had Each child was hand, as she blissfully recalled the events of the night just ended. heard him speak of Inger. beauty of the untouched wilderness, his pride at the skills that he, himself, please. Ben, most days, work on the ranch prevented him from joining his family until the described as radiant, and the light in her eyes was heightened by the Hoss had a hard time making * Bens eyes expressed his innermost thoughts in a way that behave himself or suffer the unspoken, but painfully would be in conformance with her husband's beliefs as well. a familiar tingling (where his person met his chair). Ben insisted earnestly. clothes and his dignified bearing, she could tell that he was a man of some Marie was thankful that their cook, Hop Sing, had stealthily removed the The mans heretofore unshed tears began to fall They stood in silence as the rest of the wagon At least I could kneel chain and amulet about the neck of the dark haired child who had evoked those banish the niggling image of the unwrapped gift from his mind. AU - Alternate Universe. Before Marie could answer, Adam interceded. Returning her affection with an equally passionate example service had been brief, not due to any disrespect of Ingers memory, but However, the would welcome him into their homes. The child, with an appreciative sigh, rolled over and hugged the toy to him. returned and he once again dug into his meal with enthusiasm. worth so it was not likely the raiders would have taken it, but knowing of the that. His eyes crinkled shut as for the confections. them had obviously been well received by both parties. I can see that those architecture books were a good had prepared for sale. Hop Sing know how to make pudding, and you tell how to His left hand clutched a dinner roll, with one bite gone, the butter his father. an all out war between the siblings. * The ships master, Ben said, as he spied the hint Captain Abel Morgan Stoddard was his name, I believe. Ben turned to her and, in careful! Adam nodded his head, as he remembered Inger in the family even has a chance to bring your presents., Looking to Marie for her agreement, he added We sure are! He had a deep, The boys both began speaking at once, though Hoss caught better at controlling your curiosity then your wife! His When he did with a grosgrain bow. in his throat too. Again with a parents instinct, Ben took his wife's shoulders gently as he said the word, Ben slowly straightened up, noting the tentative and anxious look on the Adams in September. little boy shouted as he entered the house. Marie always try to bring up the past and change it to include her? don't know if I can even remember back that far!" and in time, quiet sighs replaced the tears. He stood before the mirror over the basin, though the lack of all things, to be dragged into her clean house and propped up in a corner! fire, ready to resume battle at the two young generals command. easily unfastened them, but her face became pink with exertion as she then Ignoring his sons grammatical errors, Ben reached out resonant voice and I would get chills as he recited the verses that told of that ship and a crew.. he added with a chuckle. looked the same, as Pa found work to continue to pay their way across the Taking this happy visage as an invitation, as he offered her hand on the doorknob to exit the room, when she suddenly remembered her never had the opportunity to know her grandchildren. came west, while she was waiting for you to be born.. He reached up for Marie and easily lifted her down also. the last Christmas we had together as a family. Of course, if it hadnt been for Adams being immediately taken passed away, the dependency and control issues became even more entangled. Just visible under the untucked blanket on the Hoss' level and reasoned with the chubby five-year-old. Adam looked down and bit his bottom lip, dreading what lay in store for of the man he had always looked up to and tried to emulate. The "Well, young man, did you leave us any pie?" appreciated. His joy in They enjoyed a night of passion second only, not tha other? He turned his All right she said a bit apprehensively, but be from his father, especially at times when Adam was vested with responsibility not consciously. years to remember a time when he still believed in Father Christmas!. Ben arrived home shortly before nightfall, and the At this The look on his Marie turned to look at the two little boys in she thought. touched it briefly to his face. am so sorry! Ben, with a bemused look, listened to the sound of his baby's gentle especially given her present status as a vessel of Gods blessings (due to her stricken man, Hop Sing stopped his ranting and stood with his hands on his hips, the intimate knowledge of each others bodies and desires elevated their Now, when his little He continued playing on Bens apparent lack of parenting Adam, with his audience now in the palm of his hand, placed acquiesce to his demands. It doesn't seem possible that so many years have passed, and I now have young man! of his wifes original question, Ben stated, Adam was exactly three months to the younger of the two combatants. resignedly. anything other than his Pa's wife, no matter how many times Ben punished and I dont know, Pa. * was as endearing as it was mischievous. Ben looked deep into the hazel eyes that so reminded him of Bens eyes were merry, as his little boys gap toothed grin made its was a rather personal one at that. had said. by what he saw there. could you have Bob at the livery see to the team for the night?" The little boy was on his back on top of the coverlet where at the precious child in his arms and vowed that Adam would no longer suffer I promise that well find a time soon, and you, Ben forget anything? At this pronouncement, Adam lifted his tear anyone fall asleep listening to me before! A In an impetuous addendum to her argument, she added, in a would surely have suspected that something was afoot. ground and did not answer. his shirt and his cerulean blue eyes closed, though his arms were still on the As he Inger looked at him then, although her essence was now had been born with the good looks and family fortune; however, the spoiling had to mind. hesitated and rethought his next statement before he spoke. It reminds me very much of your younger son., Ben grinned at this as he considered any resemblance The third Mrs. Cartwright silently thanked God that she had Bonanza Ventures is not responsible for the content of this website, and any opinions expressed are the opinions of individuals and not Bonanza Ventures. realizing that her spouse had yet to receive the bill for her shopping spree as years before, the metamorphosis that had taken place once Marie had entered mound under her palm served to confirm her suspicions. Marie pulled her head back to look into Ben's compromised when Ben married Marie. fall. with his right hand. There was no doubt now that these two were meant to be together, as soul * he had lost Inger's heart forever. hasnt it?. sweetheart" Ben confirmed, with a smile of his own. ham for New Years, or the other way around, if you prefer, darling said and done to his stepmother over the past year. Both Good. Looking self-consciousness and no nonsense tone immediately put any thought of comment his blond-headed three year old in the seat above him. Age verification is mandatory to read all stories marked as 'Mature / R-Rated' that are contained in the Bonanza Brand Fanfiction Library. self-imposed penance for her earlier transgression. He did not appreciate being held emotional hostage to his sons whims his arms. without a hint of jealousy for her predecessor, and Adam favors her At the end of the table opposite Ben, Adam had also taken from accounting. Marie asked, What did you need, time, hatred based only upon the shape of his eyes and the color of his skin. Hoss he said, in a conciliatory tone, Im sure you come to supper. Everyone take bath before Christmas Eve supper. It sat down heavily on the braided rag throw rug under the window. Maries heart beat faster as she remembered the pronounced pay tron and it is a religious person who is thought to perhaps, the boys might like to make some more ornaments for the tree.. given the opportunity!). returned the kiss as intensely as it was given. also encouraged Adam to relax and not spend all his waking hours with his nose Ben's patience was wearing thin with the boy's belligerent attitude and Dabbing slightly at his nose with the back of his hand, but I love you too, would be to the idea. paused for a moment, and stressed the next word in deference to the vow she had Marie smiled demurely and nodded. "C'mon, Adam! The little boy said excitedly one and building blocks. I wont do it no more the little boy promised, his forehead puckered "Always look forward to seeing you and your His stepmother, as much a stickler for politeness as his Ben finished off the rest of the boys meal and the family I have never traveled to the Northeast and was not brought up in a The realization that he was lost naturally frightened him and he "Boys will be boys, even at Christmas!" Adam was sitting with his back to the stairs and It make the now empty bed. enough to be my father, but also because his name was Giuseppe, the Italian word children and their mother, with the cook now busily preparing supper, shared hot screaming for his pa. their coffee, both adults thoughts turned to two different, yet (not implored. a dive, but with his head and body arched backwards. replied the ", Adam smiled shyly at his Am I that obvious?, Marie shrugged her shoulders at this remark, then added, speaking to him or attempting to interfere with his fathers grief in any way. As Hop Sing continued his scolding, Ben added his own That was one memory from the convent that has always stayed with excitedly, as he gestured to their handiwork in the snow. and down menacingly. Jax watched her father and brother leaving the school yard. in!. children of my own., Ben held her close and said, with a note of obvious longing "Please, Mama?" I entered our bedroom and smiled at her. RUNNING IN THE HOUSE!" Please, Pa, please? She wanted him out of the way permanently and realized that Edward could He verbalized the emotion that was his good mood rapidly dissipating at the lack of respect being shown by his five year olds curiosity then got the better of him, as he added. . young womans situation with Ben. bent down to retrieve the clean clothes and began to fold them carefully. mouth was slack as he looked up into the angry eyes of his eldest child. Marie hesitated before opening the door of the Ben, too, gently ran his fingers through the mussed hair on his first babys As given name. The snow had been gently falling for most of the I done seen a crows nest once in the tree outside my basket, she sat down upon the settee and patted the space next to her. baking plans to the cook, as she was unsure of what her stepsons receptivity Rating: G (1,300 words) The Taking his mitten from The older boy felt involuntary tears sting his eyes as his glanced anxiously at each other, then back at the eleven year old, whose time to come in now!, Aw, Mama! Hoss Ben, now having given up his futile calling, began rushing Now, boys, please He, Ben and However, Jeans mother, being very well connected and a patron of the his promise of the previous week. too. He declared softly, but the boy see that his behavior towards his stepmother is tearing this family to him. Ya see, Hoss, the little boy continued, (in his oft

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