Just teasing. I confess that when I scanned the first chapter of "Family Duty," I moaned, "Oh, no! Any comment might set him off and a Bolt comment was practically guaranteed to start fireworks. That was the only answer of which he was sure. Told him Id never laid eyes on his mother. A candle joined the debris. The thought of Biddie and Stempel as a couplehe wouldnt know which one to feel sorry for. Jeremy knew Jason would do whatever he thought right no matter what his brothers said. Before Jason could say a word, Biddie charged after her quarry. Lottie, Uncle Duncan has a place save for you in the front row. So you say. Despite his recently aroused sympathy for the man a flare of anger tinged his voice. Is all of this so you can blame me for losing the contract? Give him time. Exchanging a bewildered glance, his brothers pulled up chairs and formed a semi-circle around him. Do you know anything about Aarons mother?, Her eyes widened. Across the aisle and a row back Aaron sat. Looks like Red, Billy and George were trying to beat up Stempel. When he was sick he asked for me and I was holding his hand when he died. I understand why Mr. Bolt didnt give you his name, Thompson snickered maliciously. Aaron had always shied away from touching and being touched; which was why Jason loved to ruffle his feathers by laying hands on him. 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. Your father knew, as the younger son, there would nae be much for him to inherit. True courage was facing what you feared and persevering in spite of it. Thats your right and your decision. 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. He must have or Jason would never have given them to me to read. Today he could only sigh. What is up with you today, Jason? Joshua slapped his shoulder good-naturedly, though concern showed. I cant just sit back, Im not saying you should. Lottie kept her own tone soft and soothing. Dowries?, Okay, fine, Earnest said. A deadly influenza outbreak is spreading from San Francisco up the US West Coast. Choose Not To Use Archive Warnings, Graphic Depictions Of Violence, Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings (11), Aaron Stempel/Original Female Character(s) (7), Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, Aaron Stempel/Original Female Character(s), Here Come The Brides; Bolt/Stempel series, Here Come The Brides; Worth The Wait, Story 4, Here Come the Brides; Hidden Agenda; Story 2, Here Come The Brides; The Bolt That Holds Them Together, Story 1, Sarek and Amanda Archive Maintainer (Selek). He said "Jeremy, you usually don't have this hard a liquor this early in the day. Jason groaned as Joshua stepped into the office. In Season Two Episode One, A Far Cry From Yesterday, they killed Candy's mom and we got the permanent implants of her younger brother and sister. Shed already been quite sick by the time hed arrived in Seattle. Leaning back against the wall of his house, Aaron drew hard on his expensive cigar. However, it becomes apparent that there's something eating away at Josh, especially when he takes his anger out on his sister. How would he have faced the impossible choices his father had faced? On almost every page he turned the name Jon stood out. They held on for a long moment, then broke apart, each a little misty-eyed. I didnt say I didnt want to. A man like Stempel could never have Bolt blood in his veins. He tried to order his thoughts but how could he, when he felt like his feet no longer touched the ground. He was at sea for months at a stretch and didnt spend a lot of time wondering how we would survive while he was gone. What man could ask for more? Oh, its thatits just sooh, thank you, MrAaron.. Everything you have has been given to you. ! Josh gasped. 'Here Come The Brides' told of the adventures of a logging work team (The Bolt Brothers: Jason, Joshua, and Jeremy) and the marriageable single women brought by them to post-American Civil War Seattle in the Washington Territory. The mans two companions slid on either side of him with evil grins. Occasion seems to call for some fortification, he smiled wearily. Holstering his hands in his pockets, Aaron turned his face to the stiff salt wind. Im sorry that men who worked for me tried to beat you up because of something they overheard my brothers talking about. Include him in family occasions. If they didnt, could he bear it? He gathered the now empty plates from the table and tossed them into the wash tub. What could I give her but more pain? And bring some more of the good punch.. Damn. For a moment, Jason thought Aaron was going to launch himself over the desk at him. Now his best efforts only seemed to make the situation worse. Im going to leave these here. We also got to see Jeremy grow into the roll of being a parent instead of staying the stereotypical younger brother. How could he deny the new member hed discovered? And who was he trying to prove himself to? Not me and Jeremy. 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. He eyed her warily as she pulled back. The one thing Joshua needed so desperately to reject. Aaron tucked his chin and grinned. We only received one or two letters in the years he was gone. You can afford to pay someone else., Why should I pay someone to do something I can do myself?, Admit it, Aaron, Jason teased. I'll see if I can figure out how to post "The Chatelaine" on Archive of Our Own. Not in this town.. Whats this all about? Lottie appeared at the edge of the crowd, one arm draped protectively around Candy. No, I havent. Stempel arrowed a ferocious glare at him. If I couldnt rub your fur the wrong way, I would be bereft., Right, Aaron nodded decisively. Most of his days were, but today had taken more energy out of him than usual. Another spate of knocks sounded before he felt steady on his feet again. In just a moment, he returned, a book in his hand. The man had already seen him, his white shirt standing out like a beacon in the dark. It stung his cut lip but he still savored the burn down his throat and into his empty stomach. Aye, it was., Pulling the diary from an inner pocket where hed kept it safe from the moisture in the air, Joshua held it out to his uncle. I have a present for you., Call it a welcome to the family present., His scowl deepening, Aaron made no move to take the present. Maybe even a wife. The warmth from the brandy began to spread through his veins. Of course, he could just leave the box on the table with all the other wedding gifts. Jeremy wanted to go back to the time when he understood the world and the people around him. With a young woman who carried his babe in her arms.. Could he risk being stabbed where it would hurt the most to gain what hed wanted most of his life? I cant imagine how he feltall these yearsknowing what he knew, Yeah. I can tell by the doctors face and feel it within myself. Excuse me, Jason. A huge pitcher in her hands, Biddie appeared beside him. Took her to one dance and shes still mooning over him. Will he and his crew infect the entire town? And if I cant figure it out, how can I fight it?. Jonathan Bolt began to keep a journal when he and his young bride arrived in America. "Don't ever let me hear you say anything like that again.". You sure you dont need me to help clean up?, We can handle it, Candy sighed heavily. That the mill wasnt up to standards? What he saw raised a lump in his throat. Shes very upset, you know., Jeremy echoed the sigh. You knew! Joshua opened to the first page of the diary. He didnt want to think. You ready at the mill?, Harves been runnin all day. But you know that, dont you? He ducked his head away, uncomfortable with the closeness. What would give you that idea, Lottie? Jason tried to grin. Picking up a book at random, he began to read. The answer to that question was the hardest part of this whole thing. Im talkin about siccing your loggers on me. Aaron knew in his gut Jason had nothing to do with the attack but at the moment he was willing to say almost anything to get Jason out of his office. He wouldnt be swayed by any mans opinion of him. He didnt bother to pretend he didnt know what she was talking about. Intelligent, strong, industrious sons. What the hell?, Peering over Aarons shoulder, Josh looked just as confused. I suppose we are. I think you boy for you are strong and active inside of me. I wasnt making fun of you. The relationship theyd forged in those years could never be the same as hed forged with Joshua and Jeremy in the years they grew up together, but it was just as intense and indisputable. Under Lotties watchful eye, he took a deep breath, then blew it out in a noisy sigh. Another episode of Here Come The Brides is on. George Stempel was never a shining example of a father. No, I cant believe that. And I have to say you might have edged up to the line but you never crossed over into the illegal., The two men shared a knowing look which raised Joshs blood pressure another notch. If his father hadnt loved Miri, it would mean his father had taken advantage of a vulnerable young woman with no intention of fulfilling his responsibilities. Ive faced far worse than you. There was a lot of noise at the saloon, with the enjoyment of a free drink at the end of a hard work day. Ive never been very fond of solitary meals.. Each for reasons Jason couldnt really fathom, Aaron and Joshua were dead-set against fetching Aaron into the Bolt fold. Jason Bolt strode down the main street of Seattle, altering his course only to avoid the largest of mud puddles. Aaron stood unobtrusively in the corner of the dormitory closest to the refreshment table. 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? Sophie - best woman. All she wanted was someone to spend money on her., Red rubbed in the salt. Jonathan Bolt was my father, he said, his voice hoarse and strained. The series which Robert Brown did after Brides was a syndicated series named Primus, which ran for one season 1971-1972. Not with an Indian woman. The concept of Aaron being a Bolt brother is still a concept too difficult for me to accept. But you told him about your mother, Jason guessed. Had nothin to do with jealousy., Jason stepped quietly behind the millowner. Jasons voice faded into silence. All you had on were shreds and let me tell you, they didnt hide anything. Though he doesnt have Jasons glib tongue, he more than held his own. Aaron? Lottie turned startled eyes to Stempel. His mothers diary had mentioned none of this. So, Aaron, arent you going to congratulate the bride and groom?, Wellyes Aaron stumbled. Aaron had no doubt if it came to a choice between him and Joshua and Jeremy which direction Jason would turn. Dont be a wet blanket, Aaron. But he found his quest was in vain for Aaron was already crossing the floor with a determined stride. Lottie grasped Aarons clenched fist with both of her hands. My mothers tribe lived near here. Duncan held up his hand for quiet. Only with his brothers or for his brothers had he ever been able to stand strong against the man. There are a lot of changes that take place for the Bolt/Stempel family, will they be able to handle them? They planned on giving him a beating. Emotions he didnt want to identify roiled through him. Look at me. Find him on Twitter at @pdforan. All right. How old am I? The questions slipped out against his will. As a child, Joshua had idolized his father. Jason continued as if Josh hadnt spoken, It must be very precious to him, yet he trusted me with it. Uncle Duncan sat in the front row, reserving space for Jason and Lottie to sit during the ceremony. Oh, for Gods sake, Aaron groaned. The Chatelaine is a beautiful story, Jeanne. But it felt like a cowardly way out to the rest of him. Were still the same family we were, but were not.. Josh could detect no hint of I told you so in Jeremys tone. It seems he had quite a little enterprise set up for himself. I thought they were gonna start throwing punches., Oh my, she breathed. Without drinking he pressed the cool glass against his brow. Quite a surprise. The man had a right to be called family. I dont remember it like that.. Of course, it had never happened and hed come to the realization that he wasnt important enough for anyone else to rescue. Ill walk wherever I damn well please, he growled. Jason sat through supper with his brothers and uncle feeling as if fire ants had infested his clothing. Jeremy had a right to be included in this conversation. Nae, older, Duncan answered before Jason could open his mouth. Every mother thinks their child beautiful, but I can not help but believe our son is more beautiful than most. Not that hed ever really been friendly with the middle Bolt but theyd always been able to maintain a civil working relationship before. I mean about you and Jonathan., Why dont you ask Bolt? Hey, be careful with my wife, Jeremy shouted, laughter spilling into his voice. But he could feel everything hed worked for start to crumple around him. Hed never seen the millowner look quite that confused before. He wasnt that kind of man., I wishbut we cant wish away the truth, can we? Ive never liked him, he stated baldly. The sons of Madeline and Jonathan Bolt. Jason moved before it could develop into more than a staring contest. Who will care for him? tip: "sherlock (tv)" m/m NOT "sherlock holmes/john watson", Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings. I know what we should do. He was scared but hed been scared before and always had been able to find a way out. Her sweet response warmed him. I dont need you watchin over me, Bolt. Aaron shook himself loose. Then theres sweet, cute Jeremy, the one everyone wants to mother. Especially in a family like the Bolts., Why didnt you say anything? Jason framed Joshs shoulders with his hands. You know your father and mother were betrothed very young, do you nae? At their nods, he continued, They had known each other their whole lives. Time to get it over with. As hed suspected, Lottie stood on his porch when he opened his door. Was he divided top and bottom? Should he turn to his left and his house or continue up the path to Lotties? When I was an adolescent HCTB fan, I conceived of a story regarding Duncan and a secret marriage to a woman his father would not approve of - and a resulting Bolt cousin who had to prove his parents' marriage and his claim to Kilmaron. But he stood straight and asked again. In her presence hed found himself wantingno, he wouldnt delve back into those ludicrous childhood fantasies. 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? For the moment he wanted to relax with his friend and just shoot hoops in the backyard. Before he could escape the hold, Shorty pinned his other arm to the wall. Not more of Fathers journal, is it?, Jason extended the book closer. The figure inside the box had been carved with meticulous attention to detail. He winked at Jason, Leave them for Joshua. Had he destroyed the fragile beginning theyd made today? I did nae want to see it. There was only one way Red and his crew could have known that Stempel was part Indian. Then one day, with nae warning, he returned. His brothers looked safe enough for the moment. You were looking out for us until we were in better shape to look out for ourselves., Turning away from Jason, Aaron gave an irritable shrug. Could you pour for me? Shouldnt you keep it for your own wedding?, I still have a few other things that belonged to her. With savage satisfaction, the logger stepped back to watch it fall. This story first debuted in the zine 'Dreams to Last the Years' from the show 'Here Come The Brides'. There was no way they would ever be one big happy family. Too broad to be any of the brothers, he wondered who it could be. Is this my punishment for daring to love a man not of my people? Stop it, Aaron., Jason held Stempel firmly and turned to the three culprits. He wasnt ashamed of his heritage. I dont have any answers. With Maddie so sick, it would kill her if she knew. I cant imagine that thisMr. Stakes in a game?, No, of course not! Jason struggled to explain. 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? My wife, lord, lord. And "The Chatelaine" wrote itself. Many a night their father had relaxed in front of the fireplace, carving a toy that would eventually end in the pocket of one of the few children in the area. Jeremy spotted Candy waiting for him on the front porch of the dormitory. Aw, wise Lottie. Reaching up, Jason pressed her hand to his lips then guided her to sit beside him. Classic TV Theme: Here Come the Brides David Gideon 8.72K subscribers Subscribe 403 50K views 2 years ago This Western set in early Seattle was inspired by a true incident about women brought to. I dont want to believe it, but its true. When they were well on their way, Jason turned loose of Stempel. He reached to lay his own hand over their entwined fingers. But Im afraid this mill doesnt meet with our expectations.. Close all of the Bolts out of your life once and for all. 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. Maybe those times hadnt so courageous when losing his life had never really mattered that much to him. No wonderhow long after, A dark flush rising up from his collar, Stempel cleared his throat roughly. I just dont know. What was the right thing to do? 1. You can make it three to one or a tie vote.. Im only talking about a meal here, Aaron.. The question of their fathers integrity. He didnt know if he could explain. I stopped by your house. All the times Jason had claimed victory in their battles, hed never seen Aaron appear this dejected before. You have my word., I hope so, she whispered. Jason sucked in a sudden breath. All the years of searching had yielded nothing, then when hed shifted the object of his search, the man showed up right under his nose. Frantically, Jason searched for the source of the screams. Should they know? Sure you would have, Aaron sneered at the page. Thats right, Colonel, I am. Jason winced as he recalled all the times theyd gleefully pointed out to Aaron how he wasnt family. I may not have paid those telegrams much heed but, you see, the officer in question had already raised enough suspicion that an investigation was in progress.. If only Maddie werent so sick, I would accept the consequences of my past mistakes and find a way to bring the boy into my family. Ugly junk, he thought as he pitched a statuette into the fireplace. Josh managed a wan smile. His attention all for Candy, Jeremy had lost track of everything else around him. Your father tried to do right by both of the young women. Good. Jason slapped him on the shoulder. The brandy helped curb the urge to do both. But if wed known you were coming we could have thrown a party for you. Jason, I still dont get it. Josh complained. The gift would have little significance unless they knew the story behind it. That was justya knowsomethin I had round the house., Sure, Aaron. Jason nodded agreeably. If you had only your wits to keep the hundred of bad things that can happen to a fifteen-year old kid on his own from happening? Stempel gave a snort of derision. Jason found he didnt much care how insulted the man felt. Oh, Jason, the blond brother joined into the laughter as he began to understand. Is it because of that girls diary? Duncan pulled up a chair next to him. You wanted to steal her child and send her away like a thief in the night. Jason tried to keep his voice calm, but he knew his disgust had to be obvious. Someone thought you were LORI Smith, a former contributor. Love? Its not worth it., Wiggling her way between the two adversaries, Lottie touched Aarons cheek. Those idiotic expectations had only made it worse when Jonathan Bolt not only denied any tender feelings for his son, but also denied Aarons very existence. Whoever you are.. No! So am I. Wedding present.. Joshua was nearby and heard the order. Seeing his reaction, Candy jabbed him in the ribs, then started to giggle herself. I read her words and I want them to be together. I wasnt even two when she died., If youveI dont understandwhy this trouble now?. TV ShowsHere Come the Brides Follow/FavHere Come The Brides, Story 6, Demon In Disguise By:April D. Wade After more than five years of marriage, Aaron and Jemma are as in love and adoring of each other as the day they married. 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