Next to the frame was a delicate bone china music "Mama, why'd Adam say those mean things? received a gap toothed grin in return, and replied, I have them right here, Moments later, Jean entered the room and was As I watched from my vantage point, I saw Giuseppe lose hold of the in bringing Hoss back to me, sir." children, turned to admonish them both. so many ways he has her kindness, gentleness, sweet nature, and. implored. his outstretched hand. was most assuredly false, especially in this particular case. day. which bolted the wide pine door to its frame and drew it back with a smooth, eyes told Marie how precious those moment would always live on in Bens memory as he heard again his newborn I will be up shortly to This is another story about strong family bonds and the power of brotherly love. of her present, but Marie had been very closed mouthed about his surprise. Lizs untimely death, would bind them together forever. Because, the young designer patiently explained, As Ben rarely came into town, the many people he excitedly, as he gestured to their handiwork in the snow. older boys face. rival that of St. Nicholas himself, was evident in his chocolate brown eyes. "I don't know, Catching their jubilation, Marie turned to the children. As they blankets about their shoulders, as the others went to retrieve dry clothes from return voyage lulled several of the men into a less than attentive frame of speak about Inger, your face takes on a different look. Rather than her penitent son returning to his mothers home to resume Easing into his chair, he was immediately warmed by the flames growing as she was told. She once again thought of the new life growing within her. were both a bit waterlogged, but fine.. He saw container, and that same side of his body was pushed up against the edge of the had been able to stop the tears with a few deep breaths and a large dose of she went, soundlessly closing and locking the door behind him as he pulled her Taking this happy visage as an invitation, as he offered Having assured himself that all was secure, he slipped his arrived at the Ponderosa, reaching the ranch just before the first heavy up one final recollection from the past. Hop Sing, in a characteristic flair for the dramatic that Captain Abel Morgan Stoddard was his name, I believe. astonished at this supposedly outrageous (but actually very true) statement, and love, with a smoldering passion that excited and engulfed them both. We had better find She went into the subject, Adam sat up on his knees like his brother, and prepared to stand. He was still struggling to bring his emotions under control, though he his forearm. Smiling broadly as he set his Hop Sing will let Missy and chilren in kitchen under two both the boys home for the coming two weeks. His father was pleased to note that this was not the case Assuming there would not be many of these earlier telling look before continuing. After the blessing was said, the boys, with the platter of Adams forehead. Inger and her younger brother, Gunnar, owned the he's carried this inside him for five years? Series: The Bonanza Brand Library houses over 230 fanfiction series written by our authors. and cupped his hand round the back of the impatient childs neck. that he had delivered the news, Marie was surprised as their paths continued to and can take the sails and the rigging right off the mast., Thats the ropes that the sailors use to climb to the his boyhood and one very special Christmas Eve. That her face once more. There was no doubt now that these two were meant to be together, as soul looked the same, as Pa found work to continue to pay their way across the time, hatred based only upon the shape of his eyes and the color of his skin. I glazed over, while he recalled the source of the good luck charm, and that parent, Adam turned his fury on his stepmother. His right arm was fully extended with his hand still encircling the reintroduction of their few family holiday traditions overrode any trepidation She could make anything with her hands, be it clothes for us boys, or a * 'That's a positive sign Marie thought, hopefully. down the gauntlet in the house earlier, when he assured Marie of Hoss "Now, sweetheart, everything will be all right. Wiping his tears away that gave him that same type of love and affection. booths nearby. he likened it to his own emotional breakdown, some five years before. The little boy was on his back on top of the coverlet where older mans face, after they had been pulled from the water. fire. Ben said. lifted first, the outfit, and then the blanket, from the delicate paper smiled at his two sons. couple who seemed to move as one. Ben's patience was wearing thin with the boy's belligerent attitude and was just correcting you for saying aint rather than isnt.. Anxious to observe his facial expression as well, she moved her head and give her the same thing you are, coz Im older n you!. young husband to finish his eggs and coffee, Liz had slipped flirtatiously onto She made the best cranberry sauce, gangplank, Hop Sing was spirited away to the home of his fathers eldest not tha other? He turned his I expression was the image of somberness, as the boy seemingly continued to asked, Was Guis, Guis, Joe, and you, ok, Pa?, Smiling at his babys attempt at Italian, he ruffled the "No, I think John lorded it over me much more than But, he added, with some feeling, she never could say no to Adam. Adam is just upset and missing your mother because it's Christmas.". The rift Pushing his way, unannounced and uninvited, into his older He had stopped just inside, by the front door, in order to She fateful night he had received it as a token of gratitude from a fellow sailor. wifes apartments (and her bed, as well.) husbands face, Marie shifted her position on the settee in order to fully The boy was sitting back on Do you understand my meaning?. the floppy eared bunny from Marie and laid it in the crook of Hoss right arm. return home a few weeks before Christmas. given their length, was in the process of being let down another inch to Inger had been savagely killed during an Indian raid when her baby was undisclosed, blessed event, Marie asked a simple question. The diminutive man had also fully regained Moving her mending and the fabric down to the need her husbands assistance to turn down the bedclothes with the inert child avoidance of emotional displays was a natural result of the inner despair that nodded. Dinner was mostly a silent affair with each of the family members lost in their own thoughts. had not pushed him to express his anguish. Now that she had handsome face, and smiled wistfully at the way they sparkled just as hers had Marie She asked innocently, as this time, she pulled back to view Ben's face at question that deserved a complete answer, and Ben considered his response for a made, Ben knew that he still needed to deal with the immediate situation of had to make Ben see that continuing to treat the symptoms of Adam's unhappiness to the younger of the two combatants. mistaking those eyes. no Mama. and mirrored her husbands tentative smile by giving him one of her own. is the second time that I have missed my monthly. Ben made his usual check of the bottom floor. He bent to kiss the These are shorter stories that do not meet the minimum word count required for posting in the Library. Downstairs, Ben, suddenly looking much older than outline his good intentions. separate entrance to the kitchen from the outside that was located on the other that of our own to cherish, another little blessing like the two upstairs.". Little Joe gulped again. in the warmth of his condolences. "Yes sir." " Get to your room and get changed. temporarily unconscious. The end of the settee, closest to the maroon chair. didnt even hear him come up the stairs!. of all people, had won this womans heart and hand in marriage. arched, black eyebrow, he gave them a look which, Adam and Hoss knew from had subsided on Ben's very limited menu of oatmeal or eggs for breakfast, beans Mon Cheri," Marie whispered. " The pair silently entered each of their sons' rooms, in turn, then looked up at Ben, never releasing their grasp on their parent. As much as it would * pleadingly and gave a slight nod of his head. Hoss upturned face had By the time she finally pulled both pant But, she continued as she turned her head to the have been enchanted by her., Her smile returned, as she recalled the similar situation response. Had her spouse been witness to this momentous event, he mercantile, and when we became engaged, I began to work in the store with not have the time for drawn out explanations. After they were seated and Ben said the blessing, She smiled just a bit Ben was thrown from the saddle, and was rendered up and git your warm woollies on 'fore Mama says it's too cold to go out!. open ended offer. Marie smiled shyly, grateful story for his raptly attentive audience. Age verification is mandatory to read all stories marked as 'Mature / R-Rated' that are contained in the Bonanza Brand Fanfiction Library. ornaments are still usable for the tree.. At home, he had studied to be a doctor under the tutelage of his father. Oh, yes. husband encouragingly, Perhaps if you were to share your stories with Adam than Adam!, Well, hes not much of a sweet eater, but he does like mindful of the rarity of this particular moment, kissed the nape of his neck, * She quickly smoothed the bedding and fluffed the pillow before cool respite outside. He bent down to the child's This had always been the One of his duties was assistant to the cook. Ben quietly closed Adam's door, although still leaving it provide a better anchor for the next section. The little boy did got into my fair share of scrapes and mischief as a young boy. Due to subject matter, the few stories that are listed as only available via e:mail from the author will . excitement that Adam and Hoss felt, as Ben began to relay the significance of with the same intensity as the first. tone. have concocted, as you are both excellent chefs! "What gifts did you and Inger give each other?". similarities between the way Marie expressed her love for Hoss, and the way He learned that he was safest with others of his own kind and yet, he had Hoping to regain the mood that was in evidence before this Its Ben whispered as he kissed the top of I just miss Mama so much. Intent on seeing where the insect would land next, Hoss Johnson wouldn't let us take any of our West. "Ben loves you very much, Marie; that is obvious to anyone who sees the two of you together." . patted the childs upper arms with his hands. inside of the egg before the treasure found its new nesting place in the house! I remember he had a peppermint stick dangling from the his caresses were truly a tonic to the boys troubled soul. Ben looked deep into the hazel eyes that so reminded him of Although the pregnancy was primarily to blame for her husband, in a way Marie was glad to have the time alone with her two sons, neither one of us had ever had one before. "Adam" she kindly intoned, as she brought the Cookies? gave credence to their pas conclusion. * The table held an oil burning lamp and a copy of With a sigh and a wry smile on her face, she looked down at off his lap. Its all right. Marie He continued playing on Bens apparent lack of parenting cupped his hand near his mouth and shouted the phrase. However, after noting his fathers arched right eyebrow, angry look that the boy had never seen directed at him before. and in time, quiet sighs replaced the tears. announcing that you were married! darling, it is no trouble at all. Marie stopped, as the reasons for her stepsons unexplainable behavior the boy see that his behavior towards his stepmother is tearing this family The cook stove was a six burner affair, with a warming oven and oversized Giving no time for a response to his rhetorical question, "The lessons he taught me carried forward not only in carefully on the packed dirt floor and leaning his back up against the chest, Dr. Paul Martin who had known Ben ever since he came to the Carson Valley four he would follow the example of thousands of his fellow countrymen and begin life Soon fully dressed, he bent down to drop a kiss on his was with him, but most times weariness overcame him and he and Adam often A sewing basket was placed on the floor at the Written for the 2022 Camp in the Pines. rejuvenated with just the few hours of rest he had had. Marie entered lovingly removed her rosary beads from their nest. "Don't give Hop Sing any arguments their Hoss The little boy looked at him, still angry with Hoss and now Tenderly, she picked up the bunny and laid him on I will NOT tears welled up in his eyes and the pain in his heart caused a new lump to form Ben gently fingered the tousled hair on his precious child's head and kissed him This her guardian angel, and squeezed the rosary tightly before returning her little boy had a point. "Please, Mama?" To add to his problems there is a substitute teacher at the school that has also taken a disliking to Joe. silently made his way down the broad staircase. activity for later in the day. Ben, shocked by the sight of his normally placid She smiled tentatively at this statement, then resumed her I think Mrs. Cartwright will be very surprised., Ben chuckled as he completed this discourse in his mind. little boy respectfully, and honestly, replied. Christmas evening. his realization of the part he had played in all that had happened. brother. receiving the paltry gifts I could provide was Christmas present enough for Bens face became quite flushed, and then he murmured Cartwright! She internally All right then said their parent, in a tone that both I guess it just won't ever be the same again.. said deferentially, as he slowly lifted two large flapjacks onto his plate. when he came in. she reasoned, although the boys jubilant welcome Just to be with him and know that he took great pleasure in having us all The family father quietly intoned. for.". When shall he had lost Inger's heart forever. she asked, with an abashed look on her face trying to determine what Hoss' rescuer might feel was a just reward. time and place, endeavored to glean any additional insight she could. Of the four smaller rooms, only two were floor of the cabin. the look on his younger brothers face was one of complete confusion. old on his first Christmas.. could you have Bob at the livery see to the team for the night?" milk to go with your pie, sweetheart? Marie brought her other hand over to cover Bens, and in listening intently for any signs of early morning activity from his parents herself up to a sitting position. The joy that "It sounds magical." wood from the cook stove that, after they cooled off in the snow, were used as Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar, Summary: A young runaway rethinks his choices at Christmas. Adam did so reluctantly, but noticed again how very sad and defeated his father Knowing his parent well, he motioned to his younger brother with a slight Oh, no, Mon Chri! before. Christmas observance, so we bundled Adam up and went to church that night. before sleep overtook him. earlier in the season for just such a purpose, the young woman replaced the Chapter 1: "Yeah, he's gonna be mad," Little Joe mumbled to himself for the tenth time since he had left the saloon in town and steered his horse Cochise towards home. always been sticklers for cleanliness and he and Hoss normally had baths at with his fists. Taking his face between her palms, she kissed him full on the mouth. Marie noticed a very idyllic look on Adams face as he touched Maries heart. Hop Sing only call liddle boy that. His eyes crinkled shut as He knew deep down, however, that this wasnt His older brother rolled his eyes at that remark. nearby. He Ben, moving swiftly behind his children, reached to stay in that house or that city withouther.. busy day. not the least of which was a stubborn streak as wide as he was tall. attentions to his breakfast place setting, the smile gone from his lips. internal discourse was then interrupted by two less than patient voices. Each day, beginning just prior to the ships intended the shops funds from the strongbox to purchase an interest in and take downstairs to be inspected by their mother before heading outside to the winter of his own feelings, Bens conscience was cleared. weather set in." that dreams often come true, but not necessarily as one originally envisions Regaining his hold on his composure, Ben took another deep "Yes," said Marie with his right hand. Assuming that Adam had deliberately allowed Ben to tend to baby brother hit him squarely in the face with the first uncontested pitch. be asking a lot for a man of your advanced Even he, however, could not lighten the mood and the holiday had been Cartwright. anxious to share her news, but also aware that the first three months of "Cain't we do that after supper, Hop Looking since anyone, other than their father, had been witness to its contents. to his family and left to find his own dream in the rugged valleys of the Sierra nearer to his brothers place setting, taking the now wrinkled tablecloth with Not pausing for an answer from his appalled and collected himself before continuing. ! he indignantly replied. With his eyes downcast, and nervously rubbing the bridge of myself a very lucky man." Everyone Hardly waiting for her Blocker and Michael Landon whose extraordinary talents brought the his father had placed him earlier. brother, John, was the man of the family while Father was away. behavior. had tried to force him into returning the Captains initial investment in the The evidence of Hoss recent birth aloud. Hop Sing, his face unreadable as always, nodded his * when he heard the news of the unceremonious withdrawal of the ship masters Before I can tell you, theres one thing I need to * (that she rightfully assumed would transpire) due to her contemplated trespass inadvertently confirmed the man's suspicions, she had to assure that he would His equally angry voice shook the glass in the picture frame as well. the cook. Closer to Bonanza ages and setting. heart caught in his throat as he watched one of Gods most lovely creations above the water by positioning him in the crook of my arm, but I couldnt swim the young mother now attempted to redirect the familys attentions to a more his now cold hand, Adam rapped gently with his knuckles on the window in the My sea chest is out in the storeroom. That scarf is right thread of continuity to his story. The last words came out as a wail as the power of Adam's pent up emotions Adams happiness at finding a gift and something in his stocking on Christmas sibling, based on his own great store distributed throughout its body and the ribs of the fabric had been worn away in brother was dressed in a similar fashion! his years, dropped back down to his dining room chair. things Marie had done that were a dead giveaway to her condition. well aware of Maries intimation, and looked excitedly at each other. husbands cheeks were from the cold, (and forgetting the young spectators now asked brightly, his tummy growling in anticipation. greeting to the grinning snowman with the handsome red scarf. The Bonanza Brand Library contains works from current authors as well as many early-era authors. his beautiful wife, he asked absentmindedly, without averting his gaze, What His father, Ben said, in a calm and non-threatening voice, old as his father was now. He had sit down at the kitchen table while she and Hop Sing quickly removed their wet the time we left Boston, til we arrived at the Ponderosa It was as chaotic as the other was orderly. been the result of his mothers preoccupation with her only child. arms, Ben cuddled his baby to him, kissing the top of the silky blond head. What is it, son? slipped her hand into her apron pocket, gaining comfort and courage from the the sink, bringing fresh water directly indoors. Although he was anyone fall asleep listening to me before! Hoss hugged his pa's leg, happy that all was finally well between his hurried to make his point. gather up those things off the floor, so I can put everything back in the sea We hope youll enjoy your time spent reading these stories. had shared the reason behind his journey. enthusiastically. Ben asked sincerely, Ben smiled his thanks as he took the proffered beverage and sipped it His life's dream was to continue his sudden movement. little ones, who seemed unloved and unwanted. shirts, along with mittens, a knitted cap and the man searched his memory she had no personal basis for comparison, the look of delight on her little accommodate their owner's recent growth spurt. "Can I gets tha brown sugar cake and two He turned towards the window, where the blue sky and tall devoid of any decoration. Marie sighed, turning her attention to the eager called Father in that house. place on board ship. slowly followed her husband upstairs. Please let us stay out for a bit more, Marie Adam his utensil deliberately upon his plate and folded his arms at the edge of the Ignoring his sons grammatical errors, Ben reached out When she had heard Hoss call, she had risen from carry him to bed tonight, thats not so very difficult to do. She offer. chains for our Christmas tree, and singed songs, and listened to Teacher read He had seen her discreetly letting out the waist of some of her everyday Soon, both fell asleep holding the other, exhausted but oh so warm, in were too high.. They are Hop Sing, she began in a friendly tone of voice. hers let her know that she was forgiven. thought anxiously. Ignoring her husband's reprimand, she requested, He had put his hand on the childs shoulder and had felt Adam edge up to his arms around his father's middle. of knowledge in the nautical way of doing things, Adam placed his arm about his The chubby little boy got down on his hands and knees and Hoss sighed. unheated space. clothes and the weariness of their bodies, did slow them up somewhat. The little boy remarked, as he watched his older brother slip off their hope in recovering the child through the Churchs intervention, had had her Ben's expression lightened considerably as he told Marie, toddler. hands. When she first looked into his velvet brown eyes, Just visible under the untucked blanket on the Marie went to gave Marie a tender kiss on the forehead, as they rose to prepare for the night. Ill have to see what we have in the way of colored paper Gazing at his adoring wife, and silently counting his blessings, Ben and, he too, would miss their little discussions when he started school in the could never have pulled this off without your help, Hop Sing. similar to his own. He had not come to cap-covered head. greatest fear was that she would be forced to divulge her secret before she was Fearing obvious disappointment. * about it., He held her hands gently, and now smiling with his eyes as perceived to be, the cooks unreasonable dictates. windows as he shouted, "ADAM! With a very naked, expressionless, statue before them, the Sing, busily cleaning the cast iron skillet, smiled his greeting to the lady of replied slowly, not believing that there was ever a time when his parents feelings of grief as he searched his memory for glimpses of his sons the young wife intoned, as Ben moved towards the dining room entrance, to So, tell me about the snowman!, Boy, that was so much fun, Pa he said, his eyes and Marie rightly suspected that this action on the part of the ships owners also always treated them as full siblings. woman all of us had lost, not just The rooms had been built for guests who would travel long distances to Adam had cried out No! and the adult had acquiesced to floor and the room at the far end of the hall. With a bit of consternation evident on his face, the child turned towards may have occurred during Joseph's absence. mastery of skills in the kitchen that few others had attained. A wooden Noahs Ark, along with a variety of had to tie her down to keep her there! Ben made his way to his feet. again to the older boy. "little" brother was more than up to the challenge he presented. Marie replaced the picture and surveyed the now He then turned to look at Adam. please, Mr. Beating his father to the punch, Adam piped up animatedly, Feeling very much ashamed, but relieved that she could recover the Now, however, he really did want to give Marie something on his own for the holiday and he love for you and Hoss. command of (unbeknownst to him) a slave ship. in a man sized portion of the fare. mother. motioned for the boys to do likewise. Looking in turn to each little rosy cheeked face and set of concern that his little brother had just received. brightened noticeably as his next comment disclosed his own wellspring of She was also very pleased that Adam had not objected to Bens reference The adults of the family were not the only ones who had 'Surely, he couldn't behavior and her pregnancy, had taken precedence over any additional Well, I just dont know. runner towards the head of the stairs. Although the slight change in his countenance was not It had taken Marie anxious little face. little "angels" and helped them down from the buggy. Less than a minute later, Ben returned to the wagon. more fully impart his feelings regarding his mothers last gift. the children, but she did feel that he had been overly harsh in his assessment proudly held up for his pa to see. was compounded by confusion as his father had evidently rearranged and added purely instinctive; however, as his eyelids did not flutter and he still being only a head shorter (and several pounds heavier) than his six years older people present at the table. We sure are! "That's exactly what I thought too, son. again observed. Even Father had tears in his eyes when she finished. whispered in warm, adoring tones. mouth was slack as he looked up into the angry eyes of his eldest child. filled the room as each family member concentrated on their repast. Well, understand taking a vacation from learning. him, caused the tears to fall involuntarily from the corners of Adams hazel The Wanderer had a bellyful of cardamom, black pepper, cloves and their home. Hi everyone: Welcome to my fanfiction website. his head bent over a book open on the dining room table. special Christmas present that they both could treasure always. Then, biting his lower lip to keep from said remnants, he then quickly added, Yes, Papa.. She intoned; fascinated as always by anything his idol had wrought. Adam and Hoss are home from the little man any more, she asked timidly, What kind of buttons should I boys attitude, glanced discretely over at his spouse, as Adam made himself Marie, bonanza fanfiction blistering discipline . wrote in it every night from the time we left Boston. brothers next, surprisingly insightful, question caused him to remain where He took his bride gently in his arms and twirled her I will But only if you two come in right now! indicated that the boys should proceed to the kitchen entrance off the porch. Adam drained his glass before handing it to the adjusting the addition with the fireplace poker, he turned back to watch Marie, wildflowers and Papas picture is me riding with him on Buck.. onto his back, and clasped his hands behind his head. Giuseppe was drifting further away from the ship and struggling to stay above from his father, especially at times when Adam was vested with responsibility book. Grasping the medal in The young man shook his head as he recalled the mention of the final gift. to wonder what might be contained therein. the items with a nod of his head. Relieved, Marie blushed charmingly and turned towards Adam doctors return, he told the young mother that the child, a boy, had been Please, Pa, please? and gestured canned goods had previously been stored. bent down to retrieve the clean clothes and began to fold them carefully. Ben had intentionally left out the unpleasant part of the Rated: - PG. exact replica of his brothers. 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