Obediently, she raced down the street. Yeah, I'm trying to get back to writing again. Stiff pride held him straight as he strode from the building. I would nae take anymore of your time tonight. All of us blinded ourselves with our adherence to tradition. But most of all, I see Miri in his every feature. That aint no tradition!, Joshua whapped him again. Groaning, Josh leaned back until his head thumped against the wall. After all, what white man would claim a bush baby made with some greasy squaw?, Jason lunged to restrain Aaron a moment too late. Joshua flicked his gaze between the other two men, trying to comprehend what they were talking about. Will you be a girl who will steal her fathers heart with her smile? The man didnt exhibit the blatant prejudice of the previous night; his insults today were of a much more subtle nature. I dont ever want to see any of you in this territory again., Aw, Jason, Billy started to whine but Red cut him off. Robert Brown, 'Here Come the Brides' Actor, Dies at 95 He worked on Broadway with John Garfield, stepped in for John Drew Barrymore at the last minute on 'Star Trek' and was replaced by Jack. I never Stempel faltered, staring down at his shoes. He turned to appeal to his youngest brother. I cant just sit back, Im not saying you should. Lottie kept her own tone soft and soothing. Jerking his watch from its pocket, he checked the time. Twenty years of his fathers life, contained in ten worn leather-bound books, was stacked beside him. Stempels mother had died because of the actions of the Bolt clan. Here, Uncle Duncan answered from the alcove. He lives here in Seattle., Who, Jeremy? she gasped. Any time, injun! Red barked back, but he didnt fight against Josh and Kens grip. You do nae know? Duncans eyes widened in amazement. Will the revelations from an old journal tear the town of Seattle apart? I hate the idea too, but, Oh, but it did, a gentle baritone voice intruded. A female scream wrenched everyone to their feet. Stopping at the corner of the square, Jeremy took the opportunity to just look at her. He met Jasons glance with a stony expression on his face but a burning in his eyes. His brother Aaron. Did I do right, Uncle? Jason leaned his chin into his palms. Aaron had no reason to love the Bolt family. A tall, well-built man stood outside the open door. Dont know if we impressed the colonel, though. Nothing they said would make any difference. Our fathers own voice is telling us from the grave., Our father made a mistake. If you go over to Aarons house demanding he start acting like your brother, the only thing youll get is a fancy shoe print on your derriere. His own words came out strong and confident without a hint of a stutter. Hed done entirely too much reading in the past few nights. With that in mind, and to celebrate the birth of Jason's daughter, and Jeremy, and Jemma's sons, Josh returns to Seattle to introduce his fiancee to his family. After making sure Jeremy had Thompson started on his journey, Joshua headed back to the mill office. Pouring each of them a cup of coffee, she sat down next to him. You answered some questions which I wished had been handled in the series regarding Jason and when responsible for the brothers. Oh, my goodness., He nodded, worrying his lower lip between his teeth. I should have let Aaron punch him. Youd be fools not to., All right, we have one yes. But he stood straight and asked again. She kept her head down as she walked up the aisle on Jasons arm. It took a moment to realize Stempel wasnt talking about Joshs life but his own. Im whats-his-name, you know the middle one. But you read the journal too. How would he have faced the impossible choices his father had faced? The Chatelaine is a beautiful story, Jeanne. Letter? Jason tried to put himself in Miris position. Its so strange. No, you went right to Stempel., You did, Jason, Jeremy took up the argument. All my life Ive been told how grateful I should be. Another swallow followed the first. And how do you feel about that?. Jason nodded somehow sure this would turn out all right. Well, he could have hoped that Thompson would have given them some indication of what his decision would be, but the colonel was exceptionally closed-mouth. Jason Bolt strode down the main street of Seattle, altering his course only to avoid the largest of mud puddles. Here Come the Brides - Full Cast & Crew 1968 -2022 2 Seasons ABC Comedy TVG Watchlist Where to Watch The Bolts, logging-camp operators, bring 100 potential brides to Seattle so the loggers. No amount of guilt or regret could bring back a life lost. Jonathan Bolt was my father, he said, his voice hoarse and strained. Two dozen years and I dont know what I know. I try not to show this to Jon. Each of them took a long swallow of the fruity punch which had been laced with some of Lotties finest whiskey. But you tell her its not her fault. He still had no idea what he should do. "He had a horrible choice to make and no time in which to make it. It took no guesswork to figure out how Red and his cronies learned of Aarons ancestry. I mean, it belonged to your mother. Im gonna take a walk.. Aaron dragged his feet up the path from his house toward Lotties. All right, Jason. Jasons voice faded as he led Thompson out of camp. I dont want to scare you.. Ive got an idea of something that might help.. Jason stared just as morosely at the checkerboard in front of him. Is that why you hate us so much? Josh asked. What happened?, He shrugged his confusion. With a dark glare, he flung his defiance across the room. Jonathan Bolt had had nothing to do with who Aaron Stempel was. He wasnt! And, mostly, to yourself., Pat Foran is a writer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Why had he said nothing in all the years as they worked their way to a fragile friendship? My heart screamed at that cold, mocking smile. What about intent? How can you sit down to a game of dominos with a man who just a few weeks earlier hired thugs to beat us up?, Dont you forget a man like him risked his life to try to save yours!, Thats right, throw that in my face again. Jeremy, I dont think Josh is the only one whos acting like grumpy old bear., Jeremy wiped a hand over his face. Not stealing, he decided, Candy gave her kisses to him freely. Unconsciously, he began rocking, a moan rattling in his throat. Remember your mother was only fifteen at the time of the betrothal. and 3) Why does Jeremy seem so different from his brothers? Another episode of Here Come The Brides is on. Josh wouldnt let himself think further than that. Of everything hed accomplished, everything he owned, family was the most essential to him. When he thought we were in trouble, he came looking; even though youd insulted him in the worst possible way., What do you think will happen now, lad?, I dont know. Not with that man!, Thats what really has you upset, isnt it, Joshua? Josh shrugged, not taking his eyes off the axhead. With a little effort, Jeremy wiggled the top free. And what of my son? Right?. You may kiss the bride.. The brothers shared a pleased grin but Aaron waited for the blow to fall. I still had my shirt on, he protested. After that, Joshua will show you our books.. Im just so excited I feel like Im gonna bust right out of this new suit., Jason let out a burst of laughter. And if theyd jumped anyone else, theyd be in jail right now, not just fired. Aaron spat scarlet on Jasons boots. As Aaron opened the gift, Jason had a moment of trepidation. Are you going to try to find this person? terik - officiator +. The old bitter resentment burned the back of his throat as two of the Bolt brothers rode by without noticing him. But he didnt seek that thrill out the way Jason seemed to. It helped relieve the tension - a little. Im not. Jeremy raised his hands in peace, but stood his ground. Concentrating on each movement helped to keep all the disturbing feelings at bay. So have the rest of the men. He never once considered yelling for help. They tussled in the mud, each trying to gain an advantage. Theyre gonna kill him!. If they didnt, could he bear it? Stomping his foot into his boot, he stood up to face the day. Stempel could take up the whole morning showing me hisestablishment.. She saw Mark by the admit desk. For an instant he thought to deny the charge of having Indian blood. I dont know what youre talkin about., Jason leaned against the wall, including both Josh and Stempel in his gaze. Jonathan Bolt had chosen not to acknowledge him as a son and that could never change. Now his best efforts only seemed to make the situation worse. Youre my brother and I think we all have to find some way to live with that., Aarons fist thumped down on his desk. DELETED FUCKING DUPLICATE, a here come the brides fanfic | FanFiction TV Shows Here Come the Brides Follow/Fav DELETED FUCKING DUPLICATE By: I-Be-HC DELETED Rated: Fiction M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Words: 8 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 3 - Published: Feb 22, 2012 - id: 7863240 + - DELETED DUPLICATE!!! I dont think you want him to do either., Cupping his chin, he leaned his elbow onto the table. Chapter 4: Here Comes The Bride. More of the strife theyd lived through for years? Then to have it blow up in his face would only have reinforced the mans tendency to be a porcupine. Aaron's sister Julie sends word that she is paying a visit and has a surprise for her brother. You would have been eaten alive., Josh blinked at the ferocity and pain radiating from Stempel. Generation Z (or more commonly Gen Z for short), colloquially known as zoomers, is the demographic cohort succeeding Millennials and preceding Generation Alpha.Researchers and popular media use the mid-to-late 1990s as starting birth years and the early 2010s as ending birth years. If he could stay on his feet he could possibly inflict enough damage to make the men tire of their game. The man couldnt even call him by his name. Obviously her Jon was an important person in her life. Relating a shameful family secret wasnt easy. I dont have to prove anything to anyone. The words were forceful but the voice that delivered them was choked. One of Jason's loggers has been killed by some kind of large animal. Well be ready in the morning.. Maybe those times hadnt so courageous when losing his life had never really mattered that much to him. Women loved a man in a uniform, Jason grinned to himself. Joshua, Jeremy, why dont you escort the colonel back to Lotties. Just a minute.. My mother was Dwamish., That wasnt mentioned in any of the reports.. My friendship has never been based on what someone else has done for me. But this isnt over between us., I know that, Aaron. Jason took a step back, allowing Aaron some breathing room. I dont want to believe it, but its true. Let me see the man he could be, if he let himself. And what good had it done him? A quick left lacked the power to drop Shorty but it backed him off enough to allow Aaron to maneuver away. The boy is Miris son. Jason snickered as a flush rose up the colonels face. But when Aaron Stempel finds out, his next obvious move is to make her leave town so he can win Bridal Veil Mountain. What would be the fun in that? Jason grinned. The last of his fury swept away in the wave of her sincere affection. I think perhaps he was writing them for you lads. Just different than we were aware of before. What will happen to him? Fumbling with the pile of clothes on the floor, he pulled out pieces hoping he got them in the proper order. But what about the inside? How? Jason choked into the stunned silence. Winning the mountain would have been like spitting in the face of all the people whod tried to stomp him into the dirt most of his life. He decided to take his chances and hope he wouldnt have to listen to a Jason Bolt soliloquy in payment. Jon is so happy. The red-heads ax bit into the cedar with unusual vigor. The good humor faded from the generals face. You want me to learn about your father, then you should learn about my mother. The mildness in Jasons voice made Josh feel even worse. Both Bolts recoiled. This time he felt like a child lost in the woods, not knowing east from west. We compete. You should share it and some of your other stories here, too. Arms lifting hesitantly, Aaron shot a helpless look at Jason. It would seem right Jason sighed, trying to think of the right way this should be settled. By all appearances, Thompson was enjoying the attention. Jason sat in a quiet corner of Lotties watching the bubbles ascend in his beer. Now just let me alone.. Jason heard a muffled squeak of laughter behind him. I should have known better than to ever think hed give a fair deal to a Bolt.. That he was my father., Jason closed his eyes against Aarons expression. But he couldnt leave it be. Why didnt he ever say anything?, Father, he Jeremy choked on his shame, a feeling he never would have associated with his father. It was an unexpected joy to watch the boys negotiate. When our child is older, he will choose a name according to the customs of my people. I dont have time for this, Aaron grumbled but he opened the journal to the marked page. How do I balance what he wants from me against the needs of my family? With a wrinkling of his nose, he subsided. Hed never given up before. It couldnt be true. Jason didnt think hed meant just getting her with child. But he was engaged to our m-m-mother at the time., Aye. Fine. Aaron barely restrained the urge to slap the infuriating grin from Thompsons face. Oh, God, he whispered, rubbing an agitated hand across his jaw. Single friends are reminded of just how alone and lonely they are, married brides who had the best wedding ever are reminded of just how bitchy they were at the time, married brides that didn't have the best wedding ever figure out ways to insinuate themselves in the planning so they can rectify their mistakes, and the father of the bride is . What would stop him from telling Jason the truth? You cant change how people believe and feel overnight., But I need to do something, his voice rose. What he felt he would have felt for any woman in her situation. Stay out of this, Bolt. Billy drove a knee in Jeremys already bruised ribs. Ayell try., I know how much Father loved Momma. When your father died you werent old enough to be let out of camp on your own. He threw down his pen in disgust. noellecoward, Kattayl, Bespangled, Victoriantealady, mvernet, Jadefan, MASHFanficChick, and Madamespock Joshua stared at the line. The words echoed through his brain. So, Aaron, arent you going to congratulate the bride and groom?, Wellyes Aaron stumbled. Read lalalala *plays here come the brides* from the story || Stuff Book by -raindropstorys- ( ) with 27 reads. Mr. Not another story about an illegitimate Bolt sibling. Ive waited too longweve waited too long already. All expression faded from his face. He winked at Jason, Leave them for Joshua. Itll all work out for the best, Aaron, youll see.. Aaron took a large gulp of brandy, not even bothering to pour it in a glass. It was all Jasons fault in the first place. Together they stood before the reverend with entwined hands, forming a circle of two. Both his brothers were bound to be upset. Ive fought these kinda battles most of my life. Im sorry, Aaron, Jason started, sliding his hand from Aarons shoulder to his neck. Are you all right? she whispered, worried eyes scanning up and down his body. Joshs analytical mind couldnt quite comprehend it. He wasnt! Your brothers not very talkative, is he? he heard Colonel Thompson say as he walked away. When they were well on their way, Jason turned loose of Stempel. He threw down his pen in disgust. Gentle hurt/comfort (which, yes, Aaron had to be the one who was ailing, didn't he, since Jason already has more than enough people in his life who who'd have been happy to tend to his care) and pre-slash . Joshua leaned his chair back against the wall of the cabin he shared with his brothers. Jason breathed a great sigh of relief. That is, if I give him a few minutes to calm down before I go over there., Thank you, Lottie, Jason leaned over and kissed her on the forehead. Im just not used to feeling so, And thats a scary feeling for a man like you.. With savage satisfaction, the logger stepped back to watch it fall. Had Jonathan abandoned her when he found out she was pregnant? Your father wanted to break the contract with your mother and marry this girl. I should have known hed tell everyone he knew as soon he found out. What about the other side? Turns your stomach, doesnt it?. Then it seemed to grow a life of its own. He added another swallow to help it along, ignoring the tang of blood in his mouth. You dont have to go, Uncle, Jason protested. Her words could only be lies. Well have to depend on you. Because the girl was Indian? Jason guessed. Aaron wanted to shriek. I know, but I promised a certain lovely saloon owner I would share a drink and a game of cribbage this fine evening. And who was he trying to prove himself to? When he got to Thompson, his eyes hardened. His princess who saw beyond his shyness and stutter to the man he wanted to be inside. Viciously he slung a stone off the edge of the cliff. They both sat staring into their coffee. Their father had never strayed from their mother. And in a few more minutes shell be my wife. Tea? But Aaron would be fair game, all the more enjoyable because of his "porcupine" personality and intelligent stratagems. Youre fired. Jason: Robert Brown. Closing his eyes, he took a deep breath, bracing his shoulders. A more beautiful sight Ill never see. That Im half-Indian? All that anger can be a very heavy burden. Duncan pulled himself upright. All the questions hed longed to ask Jonathan Bolt, but hadnt been able to because of the mans denial, bubbled up inside of him. The description of their rivalry as a game to Jason, is spot on. And only because I care.. With a blush and a giggle, Candy broke the delicious contact. Excuse me, Jason. A huge pitcher in her hands, Biddie appeared beside him. Aye, she was. Youve done it before for us., Aaron peeked out from between his spread fingers. Pacing the length of the cabin porch, Jason heaped insults on an absent Thompsons head. Once I was sureit took me weeks, Jason approached softly. Frantically, Jason searched for the source of the screams. But the diary drew him, teased him with its mystery. Theyd been deeply in love; he was sure of it. Suddenly one day he shows up in my office and starts asking all kinds of questions., Josh could see Stempels throat work as he swallowed hard. Youre very upset, arent you?, Yeah, I am, but I shouldnt be taking it out on you., Youre not. Regardless of what Bolt called him, hed been man grown when they first laid eyes on each other. And Aaron was giving it in accordance to tradition. On almost every page he turned the name Jon stood out. Hesitantly, Jason accepted it. If youd read the journals, youd see that wasnt true. At Joshs present age, Stempel had had his own growing business and had built the biggest house in Seattle. The writing had improved since the beginning of the diary, but he took little notice. Josh had the feeling he was looking inside himself for an answer, possibly for the first time. How do I know what to believe? He hated the hint of pleading he heard in his own voice. The brides are homesick for family. And she loved him. With a final hug and kiss to the bride, Lottie headed inside. However, aside from finding himself, Josh also believes he's found 'the one'. When the brides arrived, there was no housing for them, and the men had to build it overnight. It seemed a lifetime since Jason sat at this table in Lotties, but had just been twenty-four hours. Oh, Lottie - she had a special place in his heart, although he didnt think hed ever find it in himself to tell her so. Great! If I couldnt rub your fur the wrong way, I would be bereft., Right, Aaron nodded decisively. And who the hell gave you the right to judge me, boy? I could take myself out., Jason pulled him back into the room. 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