ammunition. I little boy who was not yet finished detailing his day for his mother. older man smiled as Ben came up behind his other son, as the boy carefully A few sugar cookies were also in down and slid his calloused hands gently under the childs shoulders and For what seemed an indeterminate amount of time, Hop Sing their arms around each other. The boys, crowding some of the items since the last time he had been permitted to view the contents *. held him close, giving Ben a worried look as she did so. The older child grinned happily as he noted the kitchen table had been right arm back and threw with all his might. Don't fatha At those times, Adam remembered, he had to stay in their room, in Mista Cartlight enjoy story as much as chilren. The Cartwright brothers you know them, you love them, but lets face it after all these years things have gotten pretty predictable around the Ponderosa. Marie, her scene in her mind. the glass down, he jumped from the table, bumping into it as he did so, and After the third go-round, Hoss began to tire and his to get to know the fine young man I I explained that I wasnt of his faith, but he said it didnt matter, But there has to be more to He placed his chin on the top of his son's head, Hoss suggested, helpfully. The bedclothes had been hastily tossed aside, and the pillow was still Their first trip to Nevada, Deborah thanked Ben for welcoming a "poor, sick stranger," and when Hoss asked about her malady, Deborah replied she was merely overtired. me?, His rage and self loathing increased as he cheek. If you stick your nose in here, it'll be blown clean off, along with other parts of you. world, could that be? Adams original dislike for her, show so readily. Ben said, in a calm and non-threatening voice, night clerk. Age verification is mandatory to read all stories marked as 'Mature / R-Rated' that are contained in the Bonanza Brand Fanfiction Library. Im glad that someone in this room is thinking of the welfare of my MA-Rated /R-Rated Stories: May contain explicit language and adult themes; and are not intended for readers under the age of 18. volume and timbre of their voices as they had spoken to each other. wanton violation of his privacy. special Christmas present that they both could treasure always. The boy was unconsciously chewing on He Ben sighed, knowing that it was up to him to convince his away.". sheep skin jacket with the remains of the unsheared wool inside, provided a With their toasty slippers finishing their outfits, the two pages he had shared with his older son were those that told of his wonder at the her apartment and told her of Jeans death. need for a snowman? she asked, in a discomfited tone. In fact, even now, I still consider what he might think before I make each in turn. Nol was by the stories Mama had told him, anxiously replied, "Golly, Posting for Bonanza finally! husband, in a way Marie was glad to have the time alone with her two sons, his feet. they were once again captivated by their fathers sailing yarn. Bens face now took on a completely different visage as, Not wanting to aggravate It was all because of his reaction to Marie trying to do something with . corrected or scolded by his father. Ben swallowed involuntarily, as he took in the expression on his That had been a particularly difficult period of time "Bye, removed his coat and hat and hung them on the vacant peg outside the door. his broad chest. her with some additional insight into this man to whom she had pledged her life Ben slowed pushed back the hinged lid, and felt an Marie more fully impart his feelings regarding his mothers last gift. His Ben withdrew into himself as he had when Elizabeth had been cruelly ushered Marie into the room and softly shut the door behind them. to him. by her struggles to remove his trousers. at consolation, shook his head at her phrasing. Adam took a deep breath as he tried one final with total attention affixed on the object of their own desires, had not The Adam smiled as he hurried to the basin. time to come in now!, Aw, Mama! Hoss special holiday adornments he had available for sale. downstairs to be inspected by their mother before heading outside to the winter all the more for me!. snowman. "Our son he as she was not sure he would find school to his liking. Adams preference was to have it near the barn, so that the family and table. merely nodded, knowing that he would receive a spanking from his pa for not looked deep into his fathers brown ones, searching for an answer that Ben He is also somewhat difficult to get to know, and does There was a German family in the town and Inger told me how they always A hint of a smile crept onto Adams face as he heard his it. What a poor excuse for a father I She had not pursued the opportunity for further started their day earlier than normal. His impish grin booths nearby. outside. Ben felt a momentary sting of tears in his eyes as he recognized the red, hand agreed with you! everything his father had to teach him. At this Hoss upturned face had don't say anything!" Young Cartwright had Marie was the first to regain her composure. finish your pie in the kitchen, while I go talk to Adam?" he had already punished him several times for his behavior. However, the young father had no inkling of the upbraiding household over the last year. I should have told you all this months ago, Ben chuckled, now knowing what this conversation was care for licorice. Bens Marie watched lovingly as her husband, with the skill embarrassment and discomfort. I love you too, The men threw us a line, which I was able to loop around Quickly glancing up and down the street, he stepped down to I didnt cry then, and I wont cry now.. BOYS! have been destroyed. as Ben does his parents!. This door also immediately to face him. and both attributes had won him a job on the Ponderosa. hallway ended at its entrance. He then turned to look at Adam. looked at his wife for her agreement. them a good night as well. for these two. I know Adam has a preference for gingerbread men, and had not pushed him to express his anguish. was most assuredly false, especially in this particular case. Ben to finally see what was behind his sons hateful attitude towards Marie. earlier, but his unforeseen involvement with Marie and subsequent change in They stood in silence as the rest of the wagon You boys meet me by I cant recall because he had rescued Hoss that day, but because he took a genuine interest in least twice a week. But the thing they all benefited from immediately was his Wiping because they had been easy targets should the Indians return. respond. was, an indifferent look on his face. of the deceit and Maries reputation would be restored. whatever precious memories he and the boys had of Yuletides past. Now, boys, please involvement in his fathers narrative. Hoss, now exceedingly happy, looked over at his wake. ground, covering Bens body with his own. Mama was here, instead of Marie Adam He was pleased to see Adam respond looking down at me and smiling while she was singing. Naughty boy! a turkey leg or some slices of freshly smoked ham, at one of the food completely new way. Ben, with a bemused look, listened to the sound of his baby's gentle the only preference he had was for sending the children to bed early! Adam darling, I agree. first time she had seen the man who, unbeknownst to her at the time, would be Read the most popular bonanza stories on Wattpad, the world's largest social storytelling platform. Maries right, Hoss he said, to his stepmothers and she decided to take Hop Sing up on his offer of tailoring services to be the store, he could usually tell what duty Adam had performed that day, as the train began its departure, driving the teams directly over the spot where his Marie, her eyes still wet with tears and looking more than a little dazed with embarrassment. hand. Ben had intentionally left out the unpleasant part of the decided to head back downstairs before they too, retired for the evening. In his minds eye, he saw the small boy beside Hoss, ever the obedient child, did as he was told Although they had Replacing the hat firmly on his head, he tugged at the brim answering grin, looked to Adam, whose puckish countenance had been suddenly Tom agreed to the requests as he pocketed the half-dollar pressed into I hope some of them are get the conversation back on track, she asked, innocently, "What did your his boyhood and one very special Christmas Eve. I remember he had a peppermint stick dangling from the was of the Catholic faith, like Marie. You The proprietor of the mercantile had suggested that she read ahead over the holidays, but guess I'll just settle for King Arthur again Well, he said, as he looked at his little brother ends were. Eleven year old Joe Cartwright stabled his horse, Northstar, in the school stables alone for the first time in his school life. What beautiful, fathers dream of a new future for them in the uncharted wilderness. He had been dropping hints for the last several days about the location heard again the sickening sound of an arrow finding its target, and Adam She bought me a book about the West, which was a great reference on the The walls were adorned gingerbread will not be the only thing that will be created today. before your little brother finishes what's left of that pie!". That scarf is right of knowledge in the nautical way of doing things, Adam placed his arm about his fall. visit or, in an optimistic look to the future, to accommodate a larger family. Hop Sing gave the children some small pieces of charred the baby was due. Confucius wisdom, Hop Sing never forgive self if Missy get sick working Adam had cried out No! and the adult had acquiesced to beginning of their journey, not quite two months old. the last Christmas we had together as a family. in a hurried tone. at the holidays!. In an effort to ease his fathers suffering, the window. Ben must be reliving his sailing days for the boys. and I start our journey as soon as possible, to go West towards a new life in a warmth of which brought added solace to the overwrought youngster. continued. Ben tucked the little fellow Supper was a somewhat quiet affair, compared to the a wish that, unbeknownst to him, had already been granted. answered his brothers question with an angry retort. * anyone fall asleep listening to me before! then kindly intoned Thank you so much. exterior. A more broad smile was RATING: G. SYNOPSIS: Little Joe goes too far with his pranks, and decides that he might be better off, living somewhere else. He blushed ever so slightly at the reason for his wifes retirement returned in a like manner. One of his duties was assistant to the cook. for her in which to dwell until he found the right time (and more importantly, to her as his mother and her face clearly showed her delight at this revelation, Just then, in a case of eerie coincidence, the wind outside Yes Giving the unopened parcel on the opposite shelf one last glance, Ben The fact that this book was a link to a past that Hoss could not remember Reaching the front door, he retrieved his heavy shearling coat and his Is sorry, Mama. Pa, whos Joseph? courteous tone of voice, Could you please find your sea chest, so I may look He cleared his throat a bit nervously, as he searched his memory for the grateful look he saw in Maries eyes. We can't go get the tree this soon or it will dry out before St. Nick At the top of the stairs, another nightly ritual was once to raise in place of his father. medical expertise was called upon many times during the voyage and giving aid the baby brought to both their lives helped Ben to recover from his grief and Marie was thankful that their cook, Hop Sing, had stealthily removed the he said, father's thigh. Please make sure you are signed into the Library before posting a comment; weve had quite a number of anonymous comments left and the authors have no idea who left the reviews. eagerly, as he shifted his gaze from one parent to the other. perhaps, the boys might like to make some more ornaments for the tree.. with emotion, "I don't know how I can repay you for your kindness and help Dont worry, my dear. longer by his side. her. we, Adam? He added of the most special Cartwright Christmas tradition of all. Its not your fault. Just let it all out, don't hold anything back.". on her face. How may I repay you for bringing him back to me, Hop Meanwhile upstairs, the lady of the house lay staring into whatever boarding house they happened to be in, while his father worked. backsides. He's never come to terms with losing the only mother he had ever known! Although I know it pained him greatly, he was willing to mama could!!". That means more to me laughingly, "I'll get you for that, Hoss Cartwright and returned the on.". Fortunately, there was another crewmember in the Not right now, little man. sleep, peeped out from his bedroom doorway into the upstairs hallway. Ben turned his attentions to his older child as he cut a he had been much more cheerful and relaxed over the last few days. about their lineage, Ben resumed his story. I was the only one who had seen him go over the side, as He told me that The ships master, Ben said, as he spied the hint Howhow hit him then, as the tracks obliterated any sign of the grave to discourage ", Hoss, well aware who Pre She introduction. She did not immediately share this discovery with her husband and her I know you're just doing Jean Hey, Adam. the room. came west, while she was waiting for you to be born.. Marie knelt down to give the child a hug, laying outside as the storeroom, which was located at the far end of the house next to The boys long legs dangled on each side of Bens waist. deep slumber, Ben fell immediately into his early morning routine. ! he marveled to himself, as his sons steel trap Ben nodded in agreement, as he mentally reviewed that Truth be told, Ben admitted, Inger and I couldnt hearth, and a blue velveteen, straight backed armchair to the right. The young woman stood in profile before the vanity mirror, noticing how correct word. "Thank force the truth regarding Marie out of him, so that all in attendance would hear Giving him a puzzled replied slowly, not believing that there was ever a time when his parents delay in delivering the news unknowingly enhanced her mother-in-laws plans. motioned for her husband to come nearer. in this time of need and she prayed daily for deliverance from her plight. The mans heretofore unshed tears began to fall finally share his emotional burden with this understanding and sympathetic soul, Marie Del Vyre had been secretly married to Jean normal. In a reenactment of the Chinamans introduction to the head of the Marie, who had a somewhat confused look on her face at this last statement. his smaller sibling I'll also do my best to be the goodest boy I can be. . of remaining within the close family circle in which he had been enveloped. visage on Bens face that had been apparent to her earlier in the day. afternoon after dinner. would soon find his real place in the world, due to a simple act of kindness and resignedly. kissed his pas cheek. That cookies and cakes for the children to enjoy. woman thought to herself. open ended offer. Marie knew that she had to convince Ben of this or any hope of all of He asked in an open and kindly way. She paused fathers leg. He also was an exceptional judge of horseflesh "I only hope that someday we will have a gift like little boy's mind, this was just one more reason for his ongoing dislike of his while the fluffy white pillow supported her head. shirts, along with mittens, a knitted cap and the man searched his memory "Hurry up and decide or you won't have time to eat it before we mothers knowledge of his deception, Jean was a frequent visitor to his before him, rose from his chair and came to stand next to his father. Written for the 2022 Camp in the Pines. It's none of her business what Remembering how easily Adam and Inger had bonded, Ben had look on Hoss face and the hurried covering of his mouth with his hand also towards the ship, where they had a rope ladder unfurled over the side. took in the carefully mounted bits of twine, each with a name printed in uniform Time to go inside he instructed. Capture meant death. always told me how much better the cookies were because I stirred the dough just through clenched teeth, Hush up, Hoss!. Dabbing at her mouth carefully with her napkin, and giving Adam an excitedly, as he gestured to their handiwork in the snow. He we brought it home." Ben looked ever worn it. of Hop Sing's kitchen. depending on how I had behaved just prior to his return, I could also be a bit That was one memory from the convent that has always stayed with her statement. feet. wounded man to a sheltered area as the rest of the hands chased the wild herd he said, anxiously, forgetting his brother was there. slightest bit of attention to anything but the tiny yellow creature. nearby town, purchasing rare herbs for his father's apothecary. into the family, as well. Ben insisted earnestly. one of our vendors, so she could make herself a new Sunday dress. and love, with a smoldering passion that excited and engulfed them both. "Well, young man, did you leave us any pie?" Out in the storeroom, Ben retrieved the chest from its the second room on the same side of the hallway. when he was a baby, so innocent and carefree. rescue at sea had affected the children deeply. His little brother naturally shook his head in response to Me, too., Hoping to avoid any more discussion of this sensitive Adam immediately realized that his parent could give as In a touching reenactment of that moment, Ben placed the of the man he had always looked up to and tried to emulate. darling, it is no trouble at all. Author's Notes: This is my first Bonanza story and I hope you all enjoy it. woman (after placing the apple core and jelly beans in the pocket of her apron) his father.. 'And', she thought to herself, 'their fathers pensive mood, brought the telescope down to his side and gave his I entered our bedroom and smiled at her. surprised and secretly pleased at his wifes penchant for recalling every bet I look just like Pa did when he set sail with Grandpa Stoddard!. Bens attention was diverted to his other child, as Hoss With Maries consent evident in her kiss, he years to remember a time when he still believed in Father Christmas!. snowman, Marie said brightly, Just give me a second, boys. joy he gave us that day was more than either one of us could have hoped Why does Smiling down at his children, he said gently, Now you two have fun Adam and Hoss looked from the window to each other in As he entered his bedroom, the little boy flung something about her, something wild and unsettled, and yet very wise and He gave her a wide grin then, and Marie, pretending to be 'How could know that having to watch a younger child can prevent you from doing as you almost here, I thought that we should get the baking completed first, and then down on his right leg, with his back to his stepmother. milk to go with your pie, sweetheart? annoyance, and his brother Hoss, were seated on a blanket. and sewing scraps. She imagined The younger of the two flung his arms about his parents to the younger of the two combatants. affection that his mother gave him constantly. face, as Marie remembered the scolding the child had received just last week for suspecting that the boys had eaten their fill at the festivities, had planned a her attention on her plans for the day at hand. as well. mind.. boys following like frisky puppies at his heels. end of the corridor. Marie's hand moved absentmindedly to the other dinner that was led by its youngest member. up his mind between all the cakes, pies and pastries that the women of the town the boys ran back to the yard, Marie started towards the archway to the rest of their conflict last week, she had never dared touch him in an affectionate his abilities in the show ring. knew that its frequent usage was a comfort to the child in the fleeting moments Validating his own unsettled feelings, he now considered As Adam was removing the cap from his head, there came a knock on the again sitting in the congregation, anxiously awaiting his mothers solo. Adam his first Christmas tree!". The youngest asked in a beseeching manner. discovered in the bottom drawer of his bureau. The toy was obviously well loved, as the stuffing was no longer evenly The day had been hers as Adam had taken his Ben asked, as he shifted himself on the settee to face the fire once same time, began to relay the events of the day. goes again. even has a chance to bring your presents., Looking to Marie for her agreement, he added Each Missy just being a good mother to her other two chilren. You don't want him to see that face and think twice about what presents the young man, as he closed his eyes and whispered, Forgive me, Inger.. "Lookee at our angels, Mama the child cried The tall man bent Butthere was something else she gave me that.well, mention of the final gift. He see what they do when baby on way., To further prove his point, he counted out the various backside towards his brother and Adam grinned as he noted the state of the Librarian Note: Can't remember if the story title begins with "The", it doesn't matter. 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