A young, scared girl, in a strange land far from her own people, surrounding by her lovers family who found her inferior and unacceptable. 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. But I cannot let fear make me regret this journey. Half-breed! Read this! Jason demanded, flinging his fathers journal across the desk. An enterprise where contracts were awarded on the basis of how much money the owner was willing to kick back to Thompson rather than the basis of which was the best business., And Duncan Bolts information helped us to finally get enough proof to remove the mans rank and position., Double damn, Joshua stepped closer. The red-heads ax bit into the cedar with unusual vigor. Havent you gotten your pound of flesh yet?, What pound of flesh? Jason leaned on his desk, twisting to attempt to see his face. Mr. Maybe lets dont, the princess bride says. noellecoward, Kattayl, Bespangled, Victoriantealady, mvernet, Jadefan, MASHFanficChick, and Madamespock Yeah, I should. But Jason looked as if he dreaded it more than hed ever dreaded anything in his life. Vaguely aware of the Bolts protests, Aaron opened his eyes to meet Thompsons triumphant gaze squarely. "Why did you stop?" she murmured. I do nae know what it said, but after reading it your father was heartbroken. Aaron? Lottie turned startled eyes to Stempel. best woman CARNIVOROUS TENDENCIES okay forkle just get my wings pls spicy (pepper flakes) pls ty. But I'm trying to get back into it, even if its just posting some of my older stories, although I'm about 1/2 through a newer story though the going is slow. 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. That he was my father., Jason closed his eyes against Aarons expression. Joshua, come over and join us. So many of Stempels actions were understandable now that they knew his secret. What are we going to do now? Jeremy hit the crux of the dilemma. Just before they reached the altar, she lifted her head and looked directly into his eyes. Scared?, Considering, Jeremys grin widened. Why would I know why that man does anything? Brides of Destruction was formed by Nikki Sixx and Tracii Guns in Los Angeles 2002 initially with the name Cockstar after Mtley Cre went on hiatus and Tracii left L.A. We sat on the linoleum floor, sipped metal-flavored juice from wax cups and listened to Miss Clark tell Lyle the Crocodile stories. Had Bolt truly cared or were the words just to soothe his own conscience? Now he understood some of why his older brother was pushing this reconciliation. What Jasons been trying to do since this started. Josh scrubbed viscously at his scalp. Or if he did, he didnt chose to comment on it. 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. He didnt need to hear the result of this vote. Its you, Duncan whispered. Half. Jeremy jerked his head back just in time to avoid the boot whisking by his nose. But if Aaron was nothing else, he was a savvy businessman. He met Jasons glance with a stony expression on his face but a burning in his eyes. That the man had even had a life before Seattle never crossed Joshs mind. Will the revelations from an old journal tear the town of Seattle apart? No, Uncle, I think you should be part of this. Jeremys grown into a fine young man. How much longer can you keep fighting alone, Aaron? 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. Ive got some more thinking to do. If you truly want me to leave this at rest with our father, Ill try, Jason promised solemnly. There are so many things I want to know of him. Who, in Abigail Stempels opinion, was anyone with skin lighter than his own. Jason hoped not; he didnt want to think his father capable of that. Anyone but him., White teeth showed in a feral grin. What left did he have to prove? I dont know if Ill ever be ready, he whispered. You should read it, Uncle. You did it for strictly business reasons., His frustration level rising, he took a deep breath to try to quell it. After calling him boy as if he were a stray gutter rat, in the next sentence, Bolt acknowledged him as son. Jonathan Bolt had chosen not to acknowledge him as a son and that could never change. Reaching across the table, Jason offered what comfort he could. In spite of the seriousness of what he felt, Jason had to chuckle himself. Because Im the one who just found out. Jason Bolt intoned behind him. Jason moved before it could develop into more than a staring contest. It would do him no good to deny it. Sometimes we play for big stakes and sometimes just for the love of the game. Then with a sharp nod to himself, he strode across the room into his bedroom. Im sorry, sweetheart. She tipped his chin up so he would meet her eyes. Like most children, he wanted to believe his parents had never loved anyone other than each other. When he got to Thompson, his eyes hardened. Please, Spirits of my fathers, help me be worthy of him. Ive never been able to get a Bolt to shut up yet, Aaron retorted. I know it goes against your nature, but take things slow. Aaron stomped into his house, slamming the door so hard behind him the walls rattled. Aaron may have been determined to corner the new bride and groom but once he was in front of them he faltered. But the only way they could possibly have found out was from the Bolts. I am on a great adventure. I didnt need more Bolts; I needed someone Balter would listen to., And you were willing to put Bass life in Stempels hands?, Jason stared straight into Joshs eyes, no doubt at all in his expression. Yeah, I guess I do., I hope learning of this does nae affect the love and respect I know you felt for your father, Duncan said. I got mad. Before all this started hed never spent a moment consider what Stempels life might have been like before he came to Seattle. Damn, why was he thinking about all this? Well see to it. He could hear the wheezy old organ begin the processional inside the church. Im just sure Ill spill it all over the table. Its dated about two months before mother died.. You just couldnt resist rubbing my face in it, could you?. Aaron slapped away the hand. We dont have to. Will it do more harm to Seattle's residents? Jeremy groaned when the birds outside his window greeted the new day. AhJeremyCandyuh. Have patience.. It was all right there in our fathers journal., In Fathers handwriting? Jeremy snorted in derision. Although his lower lip had resumed its normal shape, the bruises had progressed to that awful yellowish-green stage. With a goofy grin, Josh filled three glasses with the well spiked punch and meandered in their direction. She took a long and careful appraisal of him. Father may have left us the mountain but we built the logging business ourselves, Josh tried to defend. But three men ganged up against one was more than he could bear, no matter what the reasons. You and the Bolts are footing the bill for this little shindig.. Oh, Jason had stopped by, but they had passed the evening with a companionable game of cribbage without a mention being made of family. Could I face her again after what I allowed to happen? Yes! he shouted. Stempel seemed as dead set against it as Joshua. Hes as proud as you are. Im not a monster, Jason. So glad to see you writing again! Aaron Stempel own a piece of Bridal Veil? Aaron, calm down, Jason ordered, barely avoiding a flying elbow. Out of the corner of his eye, he caught a movement on the trail to his office. We compete. The good humor faded from the generals face. If I remember correctly, of course it was many years ago, but Im sure your mother said you were born October twenty-fourth.. That the mill wasnt up to standards? Aaron scowled at the page. Might I have a word with you, Mr. Stempel? Duncan Bolt clutched the porch rail. Heyes and Curry make some new friends in Seattle. Thompson opened his mouth to reply just as Aaron walked into the saloon. He needed no one else. This story first debuted in the zine 'Dreams to Last the Years' from the show 'Here Come The Brides'. How old am I? The questions slipped out against his will. This town seems to have a perpetual party going on. If youd read the journals, youd see that wasnt true. The family includes all four brothers, Jason replied, looking for all the world as if this was an everyday occurrence. Standing just inside the doorway, he beamed at the crowd. They both tempted and repelled Aaron. S1, Ep13 8 Jan. 1969 The Log Jam 6.9 (32) Rate The diary opened again before he knew he intended to continue reading. My mothers tribe lived near here. His age is right. Jeremy?, Hands on his hips, Jeremy shook his downcast head. But why do you care what Stempel feels? Aaron countered as best he could with the extensive knowledge hed worked years to obtain. trampset 835 Followers Follow More from Medium Mark Schaefer 20 Entertaining Uses of ChatGPT You Never Knew Were Possible Bolts opinion meant nothing. Oh, its not for you, Biddie tittered. How do I know what to believe? He hated the hint of pleading he heard in his own voice. But the way he touched her, spoke to her and of her. Joshua would never forget some of the dirt Stempel had done to them, but - with the knowledge hed gleaned - he felt he might be able to find forgiveness. Were they really standing behind him or only reacting to Thompsons bigotry? Bolt, Aaron returned the greeting, his face wiped clear of expression. I guess that doesnt count. So you told him about your mothers death in the most spiteful way you could, didnt you, Aaron? All because you were born on the right side of the blanket.. Hed done entirely too much reading in the past few nights. After the wedding of the hundredth bride, Jason and Aaron have a conversation. When Julie was visiting, Jason had heard him say nothing about his mother, not even an inquiry about her health. Jon says I should write a diary. Unless you enjoy the taste of blood.. 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. Nice party., Yup, Jason agreed. Bluer than lumberjacks. If he let them get behind him, he was in serious trouble. Jason started, as if he hadnt meant for Aaron to hear. Just came in to warm up., Josh checked the surge of irritation. Better? She lifted a questioning eyebrow. Now at twenty-six, his fathers human struggles were being forcibly illustrated. He didnt really care, he told himself; but he continued reading. Before they could even get halfway to the door, two groups of men converged on them. Not that it matters what I say - but go ahead and take his offer. He wanted only to get home and relax with a good meal but he had an errand to complete before he could. Im just not used to feeling so, And thats a scary feeling for a man like you.. Giggling, she pulled him close and confided, So am I. I can hardly wait until were Mr. and Mrs. Bolt., May I escort you to church, soon-to-be Mrs. Bolt?, Candy took his proffered arm. Here Come the Brides also debuted in Sept. 1968. I couldnt stand it if anything went wrong today., Nothing will go wrong, Jason promised with his whole heart. He is to represent that the lodge in which he resides will be granted his protection. How could I know what I would have done? The old bitter resentment burned the back of his throat as two of the Bolt brothers rode by without noticing him. Just to see them again, to make sure they are well, would be worth whatever loathing she could heap on me. Stempel only gave this diary to Jason because he knew what torture it would be to read it. Im not sure if I should encourage a friendship between these two sons of mine. Could they have jumped to conclusions? When?, A couple of months after our mother died, wasnt it, Aaron?, Deliberately turning his back on them, Stempel wandered to the window. Jon says we will stay here until the next moon. He glanced at Jason for support but found no help in his brothers neutral expression. How do you do Aarons eyes widened as he glanced down at the mans insignia. That reaction was exactly what Aaron was aiming for. Do you live in Minnesota? Fine. He sighed, not having the strength to continue the battle. That maybe your nickname wasnt from the color of your hair?, George failed to see the fury on Reds reaction. Jason didnt know where to start. But he was engaged to our m-m-mother at the time., Aye. They held on for a long moment, then broke apart, each a little misty-eyed. But then again these two were the ones who really needed to confront their differences. Stepping closer, Jason bent to get a better look at this gift. But, Its hard when its your own family. Lottie patted his shoulder as she picked the cups from the table. More of the strife theyd lived through for years? Candy continued in a tiny voice, isnt it? By all appearances, Thompson was enjoying the attention. Without warning, a rough shove sent him crashing into the side of Bens store. The only thing he was concerned about was the scandal I might cause. Jeremy knew Jason would do whatever he thought right no matter what his brothers said. There were times when Jason seemed to understand what drove him better than he did himself. He just wanted this to be over so he could go off and lick his wounds. A female scream wrenched everyone to their feet. I couldn't stop reading until I finished it last night. What if he was offended? He considered who it could be. 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. With a vague nod, Josh shuffled off toward the office tent. If hed put a bet on her reaction, hed have won. No! For two days and nights, Miris diary lay on the bookshelf in the Bolt cabin untouched. Proof he was better than Abigail Stempels insistence that he was worthless and destined to accomplish nothing. Oh, Mr. Stempel, Ive been meaning to talk to you all night., Aaron bowed his head politely. What happened?, He shrugged his confusion. He was young and he fell in love as young men are prone to do., Jeremy pulled a chair up to the table. There was a lot of noise at the saloon, with the enjoyment of a free drink at the end of a hard work day. Why dont we go over to my place? 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. Their fathers death had been quick, unexpected, leaving Jason totally unprepared to raise his brothers. 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. A mass of humanity boiled out of Lotties. Theyre on a mountaintop laced with luscious greens and derelict yellows. He made me look like a fool in front of the whole town.. Thanks, Jason.. I dont want your damned apologies, Aaron grunted. 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. He worried-, No! Aaron jumped up so quickly his chair crashed to the floor behind him. Do you know what today is? he asked softly. Be good to your mother, George Stempel often told young Aaron on the infrequent times he wasnt out to sea. The bear is the totem of my mothers clan. Three years, until he died himself, he never said a word., Maybe he was. He delighted in the clenched fists and expressions he could elicit. Not me and Jeremy. Ordinarily he knew he had a talent with words; he could make them sing and dance at his command. He got a polite nod of greeting from Jeremy but Joshua refused to even look at him. He never once considered yelling for help. You do nae know? Duncans eyes widened in amazement. Damn. Thoughts of her and the child have torn at me since I set foot on this land again. He never showed the slightest interest in the fate of my mother or what my life might have been like. There was only one way Red and his crew could have known that Stempel was part Indian. But he is my family too. Today, reading was the last thing he wanted to do. Heavens, why would you want to know about Aarons mother?, He waved his hand vaguely. Admit it, youre just as appalled as he was that I might be related to you.. She knows what a parent is. Oh, no, we cant have that, all the other men agreed. In the corner, alone, Joshua stared morosely into his whiskey glass. Candy stood on the dormitory porch, dressed in her Sunday best. Ill tell you what I can. Both Bolts assumed identical thoughtful poses. Entering the tent, he slumped down in his chair. Aaron wondered what else the revelation of his parentage would cost him. Could they No, it was pretty plain. Damn Jason for raking it all back up again. Had Jason been aware of what Thompsons reaction would be? We just could nae let Jon ruin his life by making such a bad choice for a wife. He continued defensively, Besides he would have been banned from the church if he forsook his promised wife.. Its true., Pshaw! she waved with indifference. I know what you mean about an idea taking on a life of its own. Hed quietly accepted the gift and with Joshuas help made the best coffin he could. And hated himself for the weakness. Jonathan loved the girl. Unfortunately, Jeremy ended up at the bottom of the pile, grunting as an elbow dug into his ribs. Is there anything I can to do help?. It helped relieve the tension - a little. I don't think so.". Yes. Jason straightened and faced him directly. If it wasnt hate, what the hell was it? Quite a surprise. Im talkin about those damn journals. Take responsibility for what hed done to my mother. What did that mean? Thompsons the one who was wrong., Shes afraid that Mr. Stempel will hate her. Said he was going to the mill, though he wouldnt say why. 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