General?, General Ashland, the man extended his hand. He gathered the now empty plates from the table and tossed them into the wash tub. Bolt was the one whod spread the reality of his ancestry around town. The writing had improved since the beginning of the diary, but he took little notice. What is it you want from me? he moaned. I wonder what he thought of me. Dont know why yet., Damned half-breed tryin to pass for white! Reds shout rose about their whispered conversation. You may kiss the bride.. Many a long winter night, their father had entertained them with tales of his adventures in a wild new land. What has he ever done for us that would make you care about him? He had never understood the strange game his brother and the millowner played. Aaron Stempel own a piece of Bridal Veil? He squirmed under Jasons intense blue eyes. Hadnt he already accomplished all that, without the damned mountain? Its not worth it., Wiggling her way between the two adversaries, Lottie touched Aarons cheek. The man couldnt even call him by his name. Measured by Jasons accomplishments. Its not about us, is it? Fear widened her eyes. Couldnt let Wainwright renege on a contract - even if it was with a Bolt - or hed get the idea he could do it to me., Sure, Jason rolled his eyes. Yes! Reaching up, he pushed an errant lock of hair back off his forehead. Will he and his crew infect the entire town? In his grief we convinced him to fulfill his responsibility by marrying your mother. He knew I was his son. The flush turned to one of embarrassment. No. He took another swallow of brandy to drown it out. But isnt this what you always wanted, a traitorous voice deep within him whispered. At Joshs present age, Stempel had had his own growing business and had built the biggest house in Seattle. He could turn the other way and remove all the stops in his battle with the Bolts. Aaron tucked his chin and grinned. We sat on the linoleum floor, sipped metal-flavored juice from wax cups and listened to Miss Clark tell Lyle the Crocodile stories. And of Miri. One afternoon, a boy named Earnest plopped down in front of us. Damn. Good experience for him and I could always step in if things started to go bad. But will painful secrets from Jemma's childhood and one woman's determination to exact revenge find Aaron and Jemma suffering disaster; or can Jason and Aaron stop one woman's twisted logic before something precious is lost? Jason looked down in awe at the delicate tome. However, he's willing to bet that it's not as big of a surprise as he has for her; the fact that he's married and has a child on the way. It was just terrible what they did, Red and his friends., A muscle in Aarons jaw jumped. Jason Bolt strode down the main street of Seattle, altering his course only to avoid the largest of mud puddles. When?, A couple of months after our mother died, wasnt it, Aaron?, Deliberately turning his back on them, Stempel wandered to the window. He was young and he fell in love as young men are prone to do., Jeremy pulled a chair up to the table. He must have taken the lad in after his mother died., Jason shivered as a seabird sobbed in the distance. But Abigail wanted no part of being Aarons mother, as shed proved the few times hed slipped. 1. It wasnt the reason he was angry, but it would due for the moment. When the brides arrived, there was no housing for them, and the men had to build it overnight. And Aaron Stempel? I doubt itll influence his decision, but it cant hurt to keep him sweet. Just saying what I heard. What she knows. Im sorry. Josh sucked in a breath as Jason hit a nerve. You dont really feel like that, do you, Josh? Brow wrinkled in concern, Jeremy reached out for his brother. She knows what a parent is. Aaron dropped his glare from Thompson to Lotties misty eyes. But it had happened. Help had arrived. And how do you feel about that?. In spite of what most of the town thought, Aaron didnt normally work on Sunday. He had nothing personal against injuns in general or Stempel in particular, but any excuse for trouble was enough for him. This lightens my heart some, but I still long to be back with the women who have been birthing babies in my tribe for more seasons than I have been alive. But the only way they could possibly have found out was from the Bolts. Well take care of this. Rising to his feet, Aaron kept talking over Jasons increasing volume. He had his own questions that had to be answered. My first thought was "Jason and Biddie on an errand and an accident occurs ." 2) Why are there such wide gaps in their ages? I try not to show this to Jon. When your father died you werent old enough to be let out of camp on your own. Had Bolt truly cared or were the words just to soothe his own conscience? Do yea still have them?, Yes, theyre packed in the cedar chest., Tilting his head, Jason played with his fork. Now take off your shirt so I can see the rest of the damage., Oh, cmon, Aaron, Ive seen you without a shirt before., When you got shot, she reminded him. No! Here Come the Brides!. Just close the damned thing, he told himself. I enjoyed this story and the new family dynamic from start to finish. Encounters with her wooden spoon had enforced that she was to be called Maam or Mrs. Stempel. If. Can Aaron put aside his differences with the Bolt brothers to save the woman he loves and can the Bolt brothers put aside the years of built-up animosity they harbor against Aaron for the sake of their sister's life? You Bolts think you own the world. And I think shed like it that it was given in accordance to tradition.. I think we should go explain to Mr. Stempel how we feel.. Never! Lottie, Uncle Duncan has a place save for you in the front row. But Jason knew he wouldnt be able to let it go. Jason agreed with a silent nod. I know what a parent is. I stopped by your house. I still had my shirt on, he protested. We never heard what happened to the girl and the child after they left., She died, came a rumbling voice. I mean, it belonged to your mother. :-) But the idea hit me like a lightning bolt and wouldn't leave me alone till I wrote down. The youngest is scuffing around with his bride-to-be, looking like a kicked puppy. "Mr. Stempel He cleared his tight throat and began again. I am not sure how to start. A member of an HCTB fanfic site proposed a challenge: write a story that includes Jason, Biddie, a broken wagon wheel, a bottle of perfume, knitting, and fog. But not enough to tell me to my face, Aaron sneered. Well, Aaron, I just wanted to invite you to Sunday dinner., Dropping his head, he pressed the heels of his hands against his eyes. Im only talking about a meal here, Aaron.. And how could he live with those emotions toward his own brother? Practically shouted it in the middle of the camp. May you have many happy years together., Jeremy rose, extending his hand. Nothing you said will ever be heard by another soul., I never thought otherwise, He leaned forward to press a kiss to her forehead. Is that why you hate us so much? Josh asked. Fine. He sighed, not having the strength to continue the battle. The tantalizing aroma of stew drifted to his nose. Ive never been very fond of solitary meals.. Your father tried to do right by both of the young women. The brothers shared a pleased grin but Aaron waited for the blow to fall. Well, one Bolt is in the corner drinking his dinner. Looks like what you want to say will take more than a minute.. The ensuing chaos had almost ripped Seattle apart. You dont have to go, Uncle, Jason protested. Find him on Twitter at @pdforan. Why, thank you, Aaron. He shuddered. Another episode of Here Come The Brides is on. She had the box holding her medical supplies tucked under her arm. Not in this town.. I and the babe should be strong enough then to continue our journey to the land of the Scot. The diary opened again before he knew he intended to continue reading. I dont need you watchin over me, Bolt. Aaron shook himself loose. Finally, Aaron agrees and tells his daughter the story of his life that no one knew before; filling in the details that everyone wondered, and few speculated about. Im just as confused as you are. I want to say The Teenage Mutant Male War Brides are singing the opening theme: When you find your own true love, you will know it by his smile by the look in his eyes Look out everyone here come the brides! Before they could even get halfway to the door, two groups of men converged on them. A hearty laugh escaped Jason. Just take it!. Jason heard a muffled squeak of laughter behind him. Perhaps it was more the date than the day which had sapped him of his energy. The father hed known would never consider such a thing. Will anyone die? And if you add Aaron Stempel to the family, Ill be just one more step down the ladder, wont I?. But when the pressure is on and the mountains at stake, I feelI dont know Alive. With a wink at Uncle Duncan and a solemn nod to Aaron, Jason continued on his journey. We're fighting on the same side of this war, Aaron. Jason parked his butt on the edge of the desk. What are we going to do now? Jeremy hit the crux of the dilemma. All my life Ive been told how grateful I should be. I know, but I promised a certain lovely saloon owner I would share a drink and a game of cribbage this fine evening. More of the strife theyd lived through for years? Crude? Aaron snarled. Listening to the exchange between his two older brothers, Josh could stand being a bystander no more. Out of the corner of his eye, he caught a movement on the trail to his office. The one has nae to do with the other. It wasnt possible that Abigail Stempel - as fair and white-blond as Julie - and Jonathan Bolt - with tawny brown hair and eyes the same blue as Jasons - could have produced a child with Aarons black hair, olive skin and brown eyes. I just dont understand. I was delivered into the hands of a woman who hated me before I was old enough to fight back., My family has committed a grave injustice against you, Mr. Stempel.. He wondered what kind of scene he would find there. Another swallow followed the first. I know what you mean about an idea taking on a life of its own. Great! And hated himself for the weakness. Handing a glass to each of them, he poured a liberal draught for all. Nearly as tall as Jason, Thompson cut a striking figure with the blue uniform stretched across his broad shoulders and sparkling gold buttons emphasizing the breadth of his chest. Beyond a doubt, Jonathan Bolt loved his family and would do anything for them. He wanted only to get home and relax with a good meal but he had an errand to complete before he could. Then why did it still gnaw at his belly when he saw them together? How old was Aaron then? Jason hoped hed been young enough to be unaffected by the tumult around him. Our strong, beautiful son. He remembered Joshuas incessant questions and his fathers red-faced replies. Im just not hungry., Josh knew that making sure his belly was full wasnt what had brought Jeremy to his lonely tree. Jason halted his march when he saw Jeremys approach. Stakes in a game?, No, of course not! Jason struggled to explain. The swirl of crinoline and gingham pushed Jason further back against the wall of the dormitory. Another spate of knocks sounded before he felt steady on his feet again. Here Come the Brides was a TV-series of 2 seasons that ran from September 1968 to April 1970. And what the hell business was it of anyone elses anyway? Imagine that, instead of three Bolt siblings, there are four Bolt siblings and the youngest isn't Jeremy, but there sister, Jemma Bolt. I said we need a family vote.. The fearful anticipation in his brothers eyes vibrated in Jasons bones. Jason, I still dont get it. Josh complained. Bunching his shoulders around his ears, he dropped his head. Wherere Josh and Jeremy? he asked as he lifted the lid from the pot simmering on the stove. More and more pieces of the puzzle were falling into place, but Josh didnt think he yet saw the whole picture. I cant. Bolt, when were your brothers gonna meet us?, He felt solid warmth as Jasons shoulder pressed against his. Theres no way anyone could have faked it., Could you have misinterpreted what he wrote? she asked hopefully. Give him time. Rancor filled some eyes; whether the hostility was caused by the knowledge of his heritage or the loss of the government contract he didnt know nor did he care. Escorting Thompson out, Jason carefully kept his body between the two antagonists. He met Jasons glance with a stony expression on his face but a burning in his eyes. Youve never been where I have. Quite learned, his own mother read classic tales to them every night until she became too sick. Her words could only be lies. Well, Mrs. Bolt, shall we make our way to our reception?, Yes, Mr. Bolt, I think thats exactly what we should do.. The brides had done a wonderful job putting together a reception for Colonel Thompson on short-notice. Could pieces of his personality be traced to one side or the other, like the color of his eyes or the curl in his hair? I have just started posting a second story called Choices. But then shes not really my sister, is she? Honestly confused, the millowner wasnt trying to deny the truth. Of course, Jason had won but not quite as easily as hed assumed he would. Do you know anything about Aarons mother?, Her eyes widened. His brother Aaron. Think about that half-breed putting his hands on your woman. What about intent? A spontaneous cheer rose from the loggers in the congregation. Oh, no, Jeremy groaned. There might yet come a day when hed do it. Each of them took a long swallow of the fruity punch which had been laced with some of Lotties finest whiskey. Bolt, Aaron returned the greeting, his face wiped clear of expression. He took another slug of brandy in an attempt to mute the confusion of feelings welling up in him. On her feet before Aaron could dodge, Candy wrapped her arms around his neck. I know you and mother are together again and watching over us.. But once he got outside of the office, he froze. Thank you for the story. I dont know. She saw Mark by the admit desk. Maybe itd be easier if I just read it to you. He answered firmly, Absolutely not., I vote no, too. Josh realized with a shock that they were drawing a crowd. He was told over and over just how grateful he should be, if only he werent too much of a little beast to be appreciative. Hed done just fine as Aaron Stempel and thats who he would stay. But Jomyour father didnt have any family in America when he married my mother. Cmon, Jason. I dont want your damned apologies, Aaron grunted. Jason reached for him but Josh evaded the effort. Women loved a man in a uniform, Jason grinned to himself. The boy is Miris son. However, Jason Bolt's wedding isn't the only happy event that everyone is waiting for as Aaron and Jemma wait for their child's birth. It wasnt that bad., He called me a liar, Aaron replied flatly. That aint no tradition!, Joshua whapped him again. What the hell?, Peering over Aarons shoulder, Josh looked just as confused. You cant change how people believe and feel overnight., But I need to do something, his voice rose. Both his brothers were bound to be upset. We dont have to. He considered going inside the house but he had a decent view of the town from the porch and the light breeze cooled the fire inside him. Why dont you just say the real reason?, Thompson settled himself deeper in Aarons chair. When they got to the street he realized Aaron wasnt immediately behind them. I thought they were gonna start throwing punches., Oh my, she breathed. How much of this had Jason known or guessed? This is your day. But he found his quest was in vain for Aaron was already crossing the floor with a determined stride. Was he simply what his experiences had made of him? Thompsons the one who was wrong., Shes afraid that Mr. Stempel will hate her. She didnt do anything wrong. Other than the urge to badger me, what brings you over here this time of day?, Yeah. How little of his origins did he really know? Ive fought these kinda battles most of my life. Might I have a word with you, Mr. Stempel? Duncan Bolt clutched the porch rail. Spit it out. The hesitancy wasnt like Bolt at all. And now thanks to your family, Im gonna have to start fighting them again., Has your life been so dreadful, lad, that you must strike out at those around you? Then to have it blow up in his face would only have reinforced the mans tendency to be a porcupine. But I should have been more of the loving brother and less of the future Laird., But if you had, what would have become of us? The only day sadder in my life was when your father left Kilmarron. A more beautiful sight Ill never see. Just splendid, General Ashlands voice echoed through the room. With the power vested in me, I now pronounce you man and wife, Reverend Adams intoned. He never once considered yelling for help. Close all of the Bolts out of your life once and for all. His journal said hed tried to apologize and accept you into the family., Leaning his weight on the window-sill, Stempel shook his head slowly. It was a genuine desire to shield his brother from any additional strain. Joshua took a breath to protest, but then caught a glimpse of Stempels face. Im binge-watching Here Come The Brides, a 1960s TV show starring David Soul, Bobby Sherman, Joan Blondell and the brides.. Lottie had always tried to stay neutral in the squabbles between him and the Bolt brothers. You probably broke a couple of knuckles on their thick skulls.. It was tragic what happened to them and to you. They all leaned forward to see the contents. Oh, its not for you, Biddie tittered. Some glances held more than curiosity. My friendship has never been based on what someone else has done for me. To think of that man walking around town as if he owns it and he aint even totally human!, Ive heard some rumors, Red, George smirked. And I never will be. Only grabbing onto the rainspout kept him on his feet. Hed thought hed worked his way past this feeling. Im fine, he assured her. I dont know if Ill ever be ready, he whispered. Aaron stomped into his house, slamming the door so hard behind him the walls rattled. Entering the tent, he slumped down in his chair. Nope. I keep hearing her.. Stepping across the room to his dresser, he slid open a seldom used drawer. More than enough to fill his stomach. But I think wed do better by rescuing the colonel. He indicated the guest of honor with a jerk of his head. You captured the essence of each character, and the story is well written. Shuffling a few pages further, he started to read. You were pretty upset last night.. What could it possibly accomplish?, Just pretend I never found out the truth? Jason shook his head violently. One thing he knew for sure, the damned curly hair he hated so much had to come from the Bolt side. Leaning back against the wall of his house, Aaron drew hard on his expensive cigar. How could he defend himself against the charge when he himself sometimes felt the same way? And of the girlI dont know. A Different Horizon Part One November 1871 by Helene (This story first appeared in the gen HCTB anthology zine, Dreams to Last the Years, which I published in February 2004. Perhaps it was more the date than the day which had sapped him of his energy. I would give my life to keep from causing her shame. as well as Is our father the man we thought we knew? Jason added quietly. Mr. Jason scowled, torn by loyalty and love for his mother and indignation for that unknown girl whod borne his fathers child then met rejection based on the color of her skin. And Im no drunker than you are., Aaron blinked owlishly at Jason. Didnt say I believed it., Seems to me you aint got no reason to defend Stempel, Red continued to glare. I dont think Ive ever seen a lovelier bride, he called with all sincerity. But mixed in the relief is bitter disappointment. Aaron had always shied away from touching and being touched; which was why Jason loved to ruffle his feathers by laying hands on him. Before all this had started, hed been sure of himself and where he stood, now he felt like an rudderless ship, lost and adrift. Here Come The Brides: Ready, Set, Let's Roll - YouTube 0:00 / 3:04 Here Come The Brides: Ready, Set, Let's Roll 10,942 views Jul 24, 2014 63 Dislike Share Save bigvalleylover2 3.89K. I dont wanna talk about this any more., I said get out. He shot Jason a look of pure steel. We will not tolerate that kind of prejudice here., Prejudice? Thompson sputtered. I told them to be in your office by noon.. My mothers diary, Aaron explained in a strained voice. Whoever you are.. I was only eight but I remember how sick Momma was in those last few months, how frail. No, Joshua wagged his head slowly back and forth. In my professional judgment the mill in Everett is simply a much better choice for the governments needs. Just what he needed, a layer of guilt added to the already complex swirl of emotions inside him. And, mostly, to yourself., Pat Foran is a writer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Do you know what today is? he asked softly. Not with an Indian woman. Why the hell is this so important to you? Aaron turned back to him, honest confusion on his broad features. Joshua, Jeremy, why dont you escort the colonel back to Lotties. Here Come the Brides: Created by N. Richard Nash. Jason snickered as a flush rose up the colonels face. With a final hug and kiss to the bride, Lottie headed inside. I really enjoyed. What is it you want to talk about, as if I cant guess?, His hand came down on the table with enough force to rattle the china. Jeremy, I dont think Josh is the only one whos acting like grumpy old bear., Jeremy wiped a hand over his face. I wanted to send out this "New and improved" version. Let go, Bolt!, Using his own momentum, Jason spun him against the wall. Aaron wondered why he tried. Ive discovered the picture of our family has gapping holes and I have to find the pieces to make it whole again., All right, lad. But this is important. Oh God, and all the time He thrust the journal in Jasons face. I dont think I can take much more of this. I am dying. I witnessed what happened at the party tonight. Youd be fools not to., All right, we have one yes. Ill live my life the way I decide. Jason tried to let the peacefulness soak into his soul. Joshua flicked his gaze between the other two men, trying to comprehend what they were talking about. Bleach [1065] Beyblade [798] Neon Genesis Evangelion [586] Gravitation [532] Trigun [516] Fushigi Yuugi [484] Vision Of Escaflowne [455] Gensomaden Saiyuki [446] Ronin Warriors [444] Trying to locate him, Jason glanced back into Lotties. So you told him about your mothers death in the most spiteful way you could, didnt you, Aaron? But even with understanding, Josh couldnt get beyond the resentment and anger which had built over years. It would seem right Jason sighed, trying to think of the right way this should be settled. What happened?, He shrugged his confusion. Wiping the remaining lather from his face, he stared deeply into the mirror. Jonathan was but seventeen at the time, Maddie fifteen. That maybe your nickname wasnt from the color of your hair?, George failed to see the fury on Reds reaction. She seemed to be satisfied with what she saw there. All of us blinded ourselves with our adherence to tradition. Have patience.. Jeremy scrambled back up to his feet. Discovering Aarons secret at this particular time was looking less and less coincidental. What a wonderful story! There was just something so undeniably likable about Jason Bolt. With a elaborately innocent smile, Lottie replied, Well, this is a saloon, you know. Ive never beennot reallyIve always been alone.. Theres nothing worse than being an outsider to your own family. Misty blue eyes lifted to his. tip: "sherlock (tv)" m/m NOT "sherlock holmes/john watson". Not good. Do you think he loved the other girl, Miri? "Colonel Thompson, this is the mill we worked with since we started as a company., Maybe you need to look beyond old loyalties and start making decision on sound business practices., Sound business practices are exactly the reason weve stayed with this mill, Joshua rolled his eyes in Aarons direction. Do you know what happened, Uncle? Jason tried to keep his voice gentle but he was near desperate to hear the whole truth. Im sorry. I cant imagine the courage it took for you to approach him. Especially for a man like Aaron, he added mentally. He toppled his desk on its ear. We are willing to open up our family circle for you, but you have to be courageous enough to step inside. What plans did Jason have? And each let out a soft sound of appreciation. Dont think you can destroy me. Hunkered against a tree in the far corner of camp, Joshua attacked his ax with the sharpening stone. Only patience and persistence would turn the animal into a friend. Do you know what a bride is? Miss Clark asked Earnest. Alone, hed made something of his life. What will you be like, child of my love? He also liked to spend those few hours of leisure he allowed himself engrossed in one of the many volumes of classic literature he kept in his study. But looking back, I have nae pride in what we did. She drew in a sharp breath then let it out slowly. Dodging, Josh retreated as quickly as his unsteady legs allowed. I understand why Mr. Bolt didnt give you his name, Thompson snickered maliciously. And Uncle Duncan confirmed it., Yeah. The story had been no surprise to Stempel, Jeremy belatedly realized. If I read those books Im just inviting Bolt to kick me in the teeth again. I dont wanna eat with any Bolts. This is j-j-j-just so Im g-gonna take a w-w-walk., I think I w-will be, Jeremy smiled sadly. You act like it was all a game. As hed suspected, Lottie stood on his porch when he opened his door. Let me make sure I understand what youre offering, Colonel Thompson, Jason began. His room in total disarray, he at last slumped down on his bed, physically if not emotionally, exhausted. JasonIdamn itNo!. Will it be able find its way home? You mean if I knew and they didnt?, Maybe selfishly, but yes. And theres no one else I trust enough. Im sorry for barging into your house. I might not believe it myself if I hadn't written it. Theyre gonna kill him!. Aaron had never had the benefit of their fathers presence. ! Josh gasped. Makes your blood curdle to have to claim me as family, doesnt it?, Its not true, Joshua denied hotly. Robert Brown, pop music superstar Bobby Sherman and David Soul (TV s Starsky and Hutch) star in the classic television series HERE COME THE BRIDES, a delightful comedy that combines romance and adventure in the rugged landscape of the mid-nineteenth century Pacific Northwest.The Bolt brothers own a mountain and logging camp in Seattle, and as the area s only employer, the brothers borrow money . You knew that my father was your father. It took no guesswork to figure out how Red and his cronies learned of Aarons ancestry. Were just supporting a member of the family. Somehow it just seemed toopersonal. They planned on giving him a beating. Briefly he debated whether he should tell her what hed learned this night. Working his way across the room, Jason tried to get in position to keep an eye on Aaron without being obvious about it. Like hed lost something very precious to him. He made a pushing gesture. The figure inside the box had been carved with meticulous attention to detail. 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