Bolt was the one whod spread the reality of his ancestry around town. I gotta finish these books before Jason gets back with Thompson.. Candys eyes echoed the same startled confusion. The words echoed through his brain. He hoped he wasnt too late to get some. Yes, I see very well. She pulled a bottle from her box and soaked a piece of cloth with the liquid in it. We only received one or two letters in the years he was gone. Half-breed. No, Joshua moaned. As the babble died, the two men locked gazes, Duncans questioning and nervous, Aarons intense and challenging. What if he was offended? But Abigail wanted no part of being Aarons mother, as shed proved the few times hed slipped. Other men needed the assistance of family. For ten years Ive fought those sneaking Indians, now you expect me to deal with one as if hes white?, Fought Indians, my Aunt Mabel, Lottie muttered. Aaron tried to swallow the lump in his throat, grateful for the darkness that hid his expression. For two days, he fought the battle within himself. Some coffee? A camp-wide crisis: a bride-to-be (Loretta Leversee) turns out to be a widow---with a son who opposes her planned wedding. Joshua isnt quite sure of what to make of his baby brother. Oh, Jeremy, why would you want to do that?, And I was thinking of what itll be like to see that pretty face every morning for the rest of my life., Raising her head, she looked directly into his eyes. Whoever itd been, Jason had known about her. Candy's little brother and sister arrive in Seattle, but that's not the only excitement; Jeremy's ready to propose. Standing, the colonel straightened his uniform, emphasizing the gunbelt strapped around his waist. Can you tell me something, Uncle?, A hint of wariness narrowed Duncans eyes. Captain Roland Clancy brings the disease via his ship to the Seattle, Washington Territory port. And tradition is a wonderful thing. Josh whapped Aaron on the back hard enough to rock him forward. You can tell Essie to start the music.. 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. Will anyone die? Please, just stay put until I get there. I want to do whatever I can to help. Will wonders never cease? Is something . What left did he have to prove? He wasnt! Now he wished he had. But Jason knew he wouldnt be able to let it go. He wasnt! When he got to Thompson, his eyes hardened. Had Jonathan abandoned her when he found out she was pregnant? Half-breed. And for that child to be Aaron Stempel Joshua would never accept. Hed forfeited any right to ask about me or my mother.. Now the fact that they were truly brothers threatened to rend the friendship apart. As much as Jason didnt want it to be true, Aaron was their brother. He took another swallow of brandy to drown it out. How must he have felt knowing he was but that the right to claim it had been denied him? To say, Father, am I doing this right? He smiled wistfully. But every time the newlywed couple were together and he started toward them, someone always whisked one or the other of them away before he could complete his journey. Reaching up, he pushed an errant lock of hair back off his forehead. Tables were stacked with food until they looked near to collapse. Shall we get this show on the road? But it hurt. What would their father have wanted them to do? Too early for those seeking dinner, the saloon was nearly empty. What is up with you today, Jason? Joshua slapped his shoulder good-naturedly, though concern showed. Now Aaron has not only controlling interest, he owns the whole damn pine cone.. In my professional judgment the mill in Everett is simply a much better choice for the governments needs. His brothers waited patiently to see where this was heading, but Duncans expression turned wary. He cant touch me if I dont let him. The only time he said a word to me was about business. However, what Josh sees in the girl seems to be a mystery to his family, especially his sister, Jemma. Jeremys entire awareness centered on Candy when she entered the church. Oh, yes, weve been talking about it, all of us girls. Yeah, I'm trying to get back to writing again. Joshua, come over and join us. Very late the second night, Aaron picked up the journal of Jonathan Bolt. Jason winced at her choice of words, but Aaron didnt seem to notice. Jason only gave the journals to you because he knew what torture it would be to read them. Find some connection to her? Lottie offered gently. Does this have anything to do with what we talked about last night?, Sighing, Jason tipped his chair back on two legs. I deeply regret my part in this tragedy. Here Come The Brides was an hour-long comedy/Western TV series that aired on ABC for a total of 52 episodes over two seasons from September 25, 1968 to April 3, 1970. It was more than the contract that Thompson might offered that pushed him forward. The red-heads ax bit into the cedar with unusual vigor. 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.. Here Come the Brides is an American comedy Western series from Screen Gems that aired on the ABC television network from September 25, 1968 to April 3, 1970. Im just not used to feeling so, And thats a scary feeling for a man like you.. You would have been eaten alive., Josh blinked at the ferocity and pain radiating from Stempel. We also got to see Jeremy grow into the roll of being a parent instead of staying the stereotypical younger brother. Jason quickly headed toward the refreshment table, which just happened to be where Aaron had been hovering. Open hand, Jason muttered almost inaudibly. It can nae be undone.. I look happy, too. 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. Aaron erupted from his chair. It had nothing to do with all of us being family now., Certainly not. Jason waved at their remaining brother, who was wandering rather aimlessly around the refreshment table. I didnt tell them to jump Stempel!, Josh subsided, turning his palms up on the chairs arms. You answered some questions which I wished had been handled in the series regarding Jason and when responsible for the brothers. A shiver coursed down his spine. He realized his mistake instantly. A little surprised that Jason would notice when he worked, he reluctantly acknowledged that, of everyone in town, the logger knew him best. One long leg stretched out in front of him, he looped his arm around the other upraised knee. He has a way of making people want to confide in him. Colonel Thompson, he cleared his throat so he could speak through his anger. What a bride is what a groom is what a spouse is what a partner is what connection means what a marriage is? Get help! Jeremy yelled at Candy as he plunged into the melee, hardly taking note of the combatants. Perhaps it was more the date than the day which had sapped him of his energy. And Im no drunker than you are., Aaron blinked owlishly at Jason. I know what a parent is. The father hed known would never consider such a thing. I want to make amends for what my father did. Oh, its not for you, Biddie tittered. Picking up a book at random, he began to read. Whirling, Jason squashed a plate of sandwiches with his pitcher, knowing the explosion hed dreaded was seconds away. There might be a way to come close., I know your father kept a journal. But when are you going to really believe that? Ive faced far worse than you. Oh, no. Obediently, she raced down the street. Jeremy, whats wrong?, He allowed himself a slight grin. And I think shed like it that it was given in accordance to tradition.. Yes, I miss him. I know youre not mad at me. At fifteen, hed packed the few things Abigail had allowed him to call his own and left. That reaction was exactly what Aaron was aiming for. How much was true? And only because I care.. Jason dug hungrily into the food. Bolt! The caress of a curtain, pulled. Maybe its just an attempt to make us feel guilty.. I know you never meant for this to happen, but some of the responsibility falls on Bolt shoulders.. He still had no idea what he should do. Im not asking you to forget what George Stempel did for you. Letter? Jason tried to put himself in Miris position. Well have to depend on you. It was all right there in our fathers journal., In Fathers handwriting? Jeremy snorted in derision. He was a Bolt son, the oldest as a matter-of-fact; didnt he deserve some legacy? Aaron S-s-s-tempel., Candy burst into unexpected laughter. Most of his days were, but today had taken more energy out of him than usual. Just hold still and let me get this bleeding stopped. He toppled his desk on its ear. May you have many happy years together., Jeremy rose, extending his hand. Oh, God, why did it have to be him? A third fork was open to him now. Curiosity tinged glances passed over him as people helped themselves to the refreshments. "Jen, tell her I'm not here", Lucas whispered to the child. When Julie was visiting, Jason had heard him say nothing about his mother, not even an inquiry about her health. Jon is so happy. He tried to think of a way to ask his questions while giving nothing away. You go to Aaron Stempel. But his own stubborn pride made him snap, Is that why you treated us like garbage to be disposed of as quickly as possible?, Duncan tensed. I have never thought of myself as cowardly, but the thought of seeing hatred in those eyes shrivels a piece of my soul. What could I give her but more pain? He shot a sideways glance at the oldest Bolt. He denied it. With Maddie so sick, it would kill her if she knew. All right, everyone, Jason windmilled his arms at the crowd. Ill make sure nothing happens to it, he promised in his most solemn voice. Now for the first time, he felt it viscerally - in his heart and in his soul. Would it be better to let it rest with their father? I cant just let this go! In spite of his intentions, Jasons voice rose to a shout. 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. He shrugged. Not now, not ever. Just try to keep him out of the way when Thompsons here., Slapping his friend on the shoulder, Jason grinned. I was in shock and scared and I denied him. This story first debuted in the zine 'Dreams to Last the Years' from the show 'Here Come The Brides'. Josh jerked as the arrow struck home. Will the revelations from an old journal tear the town of Seattle apart? Hed had the experience of falling in love himself, not always wisely. Ive got something I want to talk to you two about. Candy continued in a tiny voice, isnt it? Always has been, since he was a little boy.. Well, he would know today. Perhaps some day you will be able to forgive the Bolts., Not for us but for yourself. Even without Thompsons blatant prejudice, Aaron would take anything to do with his mill personally. I wasnt even two when she died., If youveI dont understandwhy this trouble now?. Lord. We were just a mistake he wanted to forget about.. Bobby Sherman was part of the cast of "Here Come the Brides," a TV show which aired from 1968 - 1970. She doesnt have time for a good man like my friend, George. Aaron sat motionless, eyes glued to the page. Cmon, Red, Stempel snarled. 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. Stopping at the corner of the square, Jeremy took the opportunity to just look at her. Lottie did exactly what Jason would have done, if he could have found a place to set the damned pitcher. When our child is older, he will choose a name according to the customs of my people. 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. Besides the obvious?, Get out of here, Bolt, Aarons voice was strained. Escorting Thompson out, Jason carefully kept his body between the two antagonists. 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 had a confrontation today with the boy whos building the mill. His parentage didnt matter in the mill. Why what? Jason halted, brow furrowed in confusion. Aaron countered as best he could with the extensive knowledge hed worked years to obtain. Colonel Amos Thompson, the man who would give the final approval to the biggest contract Seattle had ever seen. Why rake it all up now? The pot callin the kettle black, Bolt?, Jason gave a rueful grin and shrug. Occasion seems to call for some fortification, he smiled wearily. She was visiting her family and never knew what happened in those months after your father returned. Hes certainly hardworking. He ducked his head away, uncomfortable with the closeness. Josh managed a wan smile. best man I've come to accept it but it's still weird you're going to eat a chicken a chicken . Anyone but him., White teeth showed in a feral grin. The adventures of a logging work team and the marriageable single women sent to them in post-American Civil War Seattle in the Washington Territory. She never knew. But I care about you, Aaron. Relating a shameful family secret wasnt easy. Aaron let out his breath, feeling as staggered as Thompson looked. A few monthscleared up things in Tucsonthen George diedI ended up in Seattle.. The only thing the couple love as much as they do each other is their three children. Together they remembered when theyd salted Candys grandfathers mine to help fulfill what they thought were a dying mans dreams. And shed died only months before Aaron had confronted their father. And I know you need to talk about this. Hes getting married next month to Candy. I dont think I can take much more of this. He loved your mother- Jason stood more slowly, reaching out to placate his friends anger. so you're all invited to the wedding +. But then shes not really my sister, is she? Biddie has him surrounded.. He jerked to his feet. Get that long look off your face. Have you ever thought that if Father hadnt rejected him, Aaron might not be a man like that?, Josh twisted away from the blue eyes that were so reminiscent of their fathers. Josh considered, then nodded slowly. But the diary drew him, teased him with its mystery. She saw Mark by the admit desk. For the child growing in my belly. That maybe your nickname wasnt from the color of your hair?, George failed to see the fury on Reds reaction. You knew that my father was your father. I dont wanna eat with any Bolts. There Ive said it. His breath hissing between his teeth, he settled back against a rock ledge, trying to let the sounds of the sea beneath him soothe his jangled thoughts. What game are you playing now, Bolt? It was a genuine desire to shield his brother from any additional strain. Just teasing. Hed never been able to win against Jason and when hed gone up against Stempel, hed ended up looking the fool. Reaching across the table, Jason offered what comfort he could. Not now. He would never accept Aaron Stempel as his brother. Not good. For everything they had that would never be his. No amount of guilt or regret could bring back a life lost. As Aaron opened the gift, Jason had a moment of trepidation. And what if she did? But what about me? Do you live in Minnesota? Getting into a fight with him would accomplish nothing. This time Joshua was glad for his older brothers talent; too little sleep and too much brooding had reduced him to barely being able to think. Ill live my life the way I decide. But I think wed do better by rescuing the colonel. He indicated the guest of honor with a jerk of his head. For a moment, Jason thought Aaron was going to launch himself over the desk at him. I dont really want to hear it. Jeremy Bolt (Here Come the Brides) Lottie Hatfield Biddie Cloom Roland Francis Clancey Original Female Character (s) Original Male Character (s) On his own in San Francisco, Joshua Bolt seems to have found his niche managing the family's business interests in California. Without warning, a rough shove sent him crashing into the side of Bens store. He wouldnt allow himself to care. Ever since the party began, Aaron had been acting most peculiar. Sit down and listen to me for a minute. He waited for Jason to settle himself. Make sure hes not hurt b-b-bad. Unexpectedly, he wondered if a lot of Aarons determination to win Bridal Veil had come from the knowledge hed kept concealed. Jason spread his arms in an expansive shrug. You may kiss the bride.. Tea? He decided to take his chances and hope he wouldnt have to listen to a Jason Bolt soliloquy in payment. I suppose you gentlemen would like to know what I intend to recommend. Thompson seated himself in Aarons chair behind Aarons desk. He wasnt that kind of man., I wishbut we cant wish away the truth, can we? Now why would I ever think the Bolts were troubled? She reached out to still Jasons fidgeting hands. A commotion at the door interrupted his passage. She still held his hand although no medical attention was being dispensed. Someone thought you were LORI Smith, a former contributor. Slow and gentle is the key.. We compete. Its hard for me to accept they are the same - that smiling bairn and your Mr. Stempel., Youre not the only one finding this hard to accept, Jason smiled ruefully. Jonathan Bolt began to keep a journal when he and his young bride arrived in America. I thought they were gonna start throwing punches., Oh my, she breathed. It focuses primarily on Joshua Bolt(played by David Soul)and the growing friendship with a drifter. My mother was Dwamish., That wasnt mentioned in any of the reports.. Good night, nephew.. I think you need to calm down a touch.. Another spate of knocks sounded before he felt steady on his feet again. That was you, wasnt it?. How can I be calm? he appealed, but he took a gulp of the whiskey-laced coffee. Other than the urge to badger me, what brings you over here this time of day?, Yeah. Sounds like it to me. The memory of the incident still stung. Hurry! What is it? Julie and Aaron couldnt share the same mother; in fact, they must have no parent in common at all. If he cared so much, why did he deny he was my father? If you truly want me to leave this at rest with our father, Ill try, Jason promised solemnly. Shreds. She gave him a teasing pat on the cheek. But he stood straight and asked again. He lives here in Seattle., Who, Jeremy? she gasped. Im binge-watching Here Come The Brides, a 1960s TV show starring David Soul, Bobby Sherman, Joan Blondell and the brides.. 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. Im not sure if I should encourage a friendship between these two sons of mine. 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. What a good read! But he publicly gave me his name even though I was no blood of his. Theres a mail-order bride. Havent you gotten your pound of flesh yet?, What pound of flesh? Jason leaned on his desk, twisting to attempt to see his face. Do yea still have them?, Yes, theyre packed in the cedar chest., Tilting his head, Jason played with his fork. Aaron dragged his feet up the path from his house toward Lotties. He grinned. The man had already seen him, his white shirt standing out like a beacon in the dark. Aaron had made him work hard to get that win. He remembered Joshuas incessant questions and his fathers red-faced replies. Most members of Generation Z are children of Generation X.. As the first social generation to have grown up with . While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. 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. In the three years Emmett Clark had worked for the Bolts, his reputation consisted more of getting drunk and starting fights than of hard work. Beautiful wedding, nice party, wonderful gifts., Flushing, Aaron stared at the hands crossed over the back of the chair. But I cannot in good conscience include this mill in the deal. Imagine that, instead of three Bolt siblings, there are four Bolt siblings and the youngest isn't Jeremy, but there sister, Jemma Bolt. Gingerly, Aaron returned the embrace, then leaned back to plop a quick peck on Candys cheek. I dont want that mountain any more. He wasnt ashamed of his heritage. Didnt say I believed it., Seems to me you aint got no reason to defend Stempel, Red continued to glare. But Jomyour father didnt have any family in America when he married my mother. As a child, Joshua had idolized his father. Billy, he gasped in surprise as he recognized the logger. Cmon. Until this moment, hed wrestled with the fact intellectually and accepted it. Jake and Lucas cringed. Aaron led the way, struggling to keep his stride sure and confident. You probably broke a couple of knuckles on their thick skulls.. When Red opened his mouth to reply, Aaron lashed out. You know, if you keep this full, youll be tripping over the drunks before the night is over., Jason, she tittered. He may have scant memory of his mother but hed allow no one to call her a greasy squaw. I really enjoyed. Aaron gave a short, sad laugh. All the time he knew I was tellin the truth. Close all of the Bolts out of your life once and for all. A deafening quiet greeted Jason as he entered the cabin he shared with his two younger brothers. Your father knew, as the younger son, there would nae be much for him to inherit. Jonathan was never a man to harbor hate in his heart but I do nae think he ever truly forgave us for our scheming.. Im the living, breathing proof., Josh lunged to his feet, forcing Aaron to lean away. If I remember correctly, of course it was many years ago, but Im sure your mother said you were born October twenty-fourth.. There are so many things I want to know of him. Jason, Joshua and Ken dragged the rest of the combatants apart. He wasnt trying to hide, he told himself, but only one group would be heading this way at this time of the morning and he didnt want to meet them. In fact this party is in honor of my brother Jeremy and his new bride Candy. Even thought wed only corresponded by telegraph I feel as if I know you already., Uncle Duncan. Jason turned his uncle toward him. I wanted to beat you, not hurt you. Stempel seemed to see a difference in the two ideas that Joshua didnt. Half brother to the Bolts? Taking a native bride wasnt all that uncommon in the area. Were looking into each others eyes. They planned on giving him a beating. Morning, Jason pasted his biggest, most insincere grin on his face. The great Jason Bolt. But, much to his surprise, he finds that he underestimated his sister as she introduces her fiancee; Blake Anderson, although Julie's choice in partners doesn't seem to go over very well with her brother, sister in law, and especially not the man she is trying to forget, who is trying to forget her; Jason Bolt. No, he remembered Julia showing him a recent picture of her and their mother. Do I know him?, Yeah, I think you do. He could barely bring himself to say the name. death was tragic, but it happened long before you were born. Since Thompsons departure, Jason had been filled with a sense of quiet waiting. I am on a great adventure. But three men ganged up against one was more than he could bear, no matter what the reasons. Large, childish printing sloped across the page. Boy, Aaron snorted. But sometimes its really hard being the middle brother. Aaron resisted the urge to squirm under that bright, sincere gaze. I witnessed what happened at the party tonight. Unfortunately, he did. Here Come the Brides is an American comedy Western series from Screen Gems that aired on the ABC television network from September 25, 1968 to April 3, 1970. After that, Joshua will show you our books.. Then why did it still gnaw at his belly when he saw them together? 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. 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. Enough! Josh lurched upright. Youd be fools not to., All right, we have one yes. You tried to steal everything wed worked to build., I never stole anything in my life, boy., Well, what do you call it then, if you dont call it stealing?, Winning! Not scared. Had Bolt truly cared or were the words just to soothe his own conscience? Rules which you bent on occasion, Jason interjected. Congratulations, he whispered. Hed had plenty of chances after Mrs. Bolt died to accept the consequences of past mistakes, but hed done nothing. IMHO, you write extremely well and have captured Jason and Aaron. His own words came out strong and confident without a hint of a stutter. Why? She put both hands on her temples, as if with the pressure she could control the tornado of thoughts.
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