from the canyon. "C C Come in, sir." ask Ben to please find his sea chest so we can see what swallowed both her pride and the large lump in her throat, before she spoke. childrens struggle to keep their merriment in check, felt his cheeks redden goat". Fortunately, by this time, the storm had subsided somewhat and they were smiled reflectively and held it up to catch the pale sunlight filtering into the only Adams recent critique of the festivities but also, the strained I just miss Mama so much. husband, wishing that he would hurry and yet, at the same time, savoring every Whatever it is, it is so close to the surface that the mere reminder of that she must guard her health for the sake of the baby, Marie silently withdrew Hey, Hoss! Adam Otto came racing in to tell us that the baby was on the "I can still see her standing there at the altar, Meanwhile, Ben, only half listening to what his Hoss would Before he turned to head again for the staircase, I entered our bedroom and smiled at her. The child stopped crying, however (as he was somewhat startled by the were as big as saucers as he took in all the bounty under the tree., And then, Adams father continued, he saw that back. name, as well as the special man who had fathered the three of them, Ben He reached up for Marie and easily lifted her down also. 'That's a positive sign Marie thought, hopefully. Ben looked behind him and his absences, but remain with me to this very day. I was never more proud to be her son then at that moment. I had been an excellent equestrian, known throughout the state of Louisiana for had asked the question in French! By: musicgal3. something, Hoss?". what condition they were in. Ben the chair. those awful days following her death. The child brought soul before him. was at that moment.. and Adam had faced during the long journey that eventually ended at what was now Whatcha * The as he lifted his hands, palms forward, in a gesture intended to assuage the Ben caught her arm as The off a polished wood hallway. Although Ben spoke the words, he didnt really If ya dont make it round to begin with, then it looks Searching through the bag of extra cloth she kept Its rough stone returned his smile, as she mentally placed this at the top of her list of names Moving on to the big day itself, Ben was lost in the memory He smiled somewhat remained on his knees, the chubby child looked upwards as he considered the Hoss shrugged at this dismissal and skated back out Hop Sing get everything together for you and men. declared. would take offense. the children would have been expected to attend to their chores before he insisted. wifes body for burial and the men had chosen the site and dug the grave. The tall man exited the room and closed the door with a gentle motion, heavier draperies the night before. "II Ben drank in the rosy glow of her cheeks and wrongly assumed that it had AS - Adam Story. I wish Ben were here brother's confusion over how to have fun, took the bull by the horns, so to earlier, but his unforeseen involvement with Marie and subsequent change in a bit upset at this declaration. his obedience and he sat quietly on the high seat. gave what he hoped was an acceptable answer. loving home. Im sorry, Hoss. as she deftly poured the steaming beverage into each bone china cup. Swedish-born mother. Tom agreed to the requests as he pocketed the half-dollar pressed into without his permission. She tears began a furious descent down his cheeks before he reached the staircase. milk to go with your pie, sweetheart? with an arrow in her back on the earthen floor of the shack at Ash Hollow. chair as she was seated and then briefly adjourned to the kitchen to wash his truth?". Jean behavior was just a cover for the hurt that he couldn't deal with. the two raced up the stairs to their rooms to change. dove backwards into the sea. Ben mainsail and then Ben paused here for dramatic effect, he herself, as her covert plan began to take shape. Suddenly all the freedom he'd enjoyed under Hoss's easygoing direction was gone. whispered, And save me a cookie, all right?. her a gentle hug around the waist. Edwards ability with a gun was much less than A few sugar cookies were also in an all out war between the siblings. little boys face, He looks so much The evidence of Hoss recent little boys bedside table. husband appeared as delighted as the children were with the recital of their The small child grinned up at his ingenious older sibling as both waited *. a Ponderosa pine bough, met their fathers burnt umber ones expectantly. to settle on dry land., The corners of Bens mouth lifted at the memory of the It was in Edwards salon that Ben Cartwright strength at that moment. pleadingly and gave a slight nod of his head. pan. However, Marie remembered that Bens face had briefly taken on a sad Ben Adam had to admit that his father looked exceedingly handsome and his stepmother courteous tone of voice, Could you please find your sea chest, so I may look concert with the motion of his head, the employee greeted his boss with a smile She also said to his two assistants, as he strode towards the front door, with the two of the living room. Hop Ling with the necessary ingredients to ease the suffering of his fellow brought them each great comfort and further strengthened the love between them. of the simple pleasures of childhood. didnt even know if she would have only one baby or two!. calmly agreed, not really wanting to start a ruckus with his sibling at the end All she wants is a chance to give you her love, like she has with Hoss. he had always been happy when she was alive. aspects of design and construction was not just a passing fancy. for his needs. Ben walked over to Marie, who had earlier taken a place at the opposite They would have enjoyed them so much! of a plan again devised by Madame DMarigny as Ben came close to piecing easily unfastened them, but her face became pink with exertion as she then devoured them, often times to the exclusion of everyone and everything else However Ben, in his grief, failed to realize that fireplace further softened the shadows in the room and the young couples *. There was something about this man that made Marie want to know as much To add to his problems there is a substitute teacher at the school that has also taken a disliking to Joe. relayed it to his wife, though she was already smiling in anticipation. Ben also raised his eyes in a similar fashion, trying to determine her I Cartwright! she scolded slowly followed her husband upstairs. pieces of sculpture that decorated the walls and sideboards. preparations. Without missing a beat, and before Ben could answer, he added, Orleans most prominent families. here for effect, and as Bens head rose expectantly, she continued. He asked in an open and kindly way. He knew that Ben, at least, had survived the ordeal, but the enthusiastically. Taking it as a In his minds eye, he saw the small boy beside incredulously as the words left his tongue. of the ranch hands had an old hat that he let the boys use and, with a carrot given name. The childs misplaced, but very real, animosity eyebrows rose and he muttered something in Cantonese that, in English, would not It was normally too stormy during the early winter months to set sail, so and down menacingly. question that deserved a complete answer, and Ben considered his response for a toy had been made for him by his mother, Inger, while she was expecting him. "Pa, Pa!" often be found, sitting impatiently at the small table in the kitchen, ready to Endeavoring to alleviate the concern obvious on her saw that the boy had to derive comfort from someone as his own father was not up "little" brother was more than up to the challenge he presented. soothed his wifes conscience and brought the subject to a poignant close at well aware of Maries intimation, and looked excitedly at each other. ta be.. his own New England boyhood. Even he, however, could not lighten the mood and the holiday had been runner towards the head of the stairs. for the youngest member of the family. Relieved, Marie blushed charmingly and turned towards Adam suffering at that moment in time. green eyes danced as she waited for the anticipated addendum to his question. a voice as matter of fact as her bearing, she stated, He was only a little to hear himself respond so readily to the direct question, especially when it Hoss was the one who got hugged and kissed now but of course, he was the He had many relatives who had settled in San Francisco and Due to the layers Adam had still believed in St. Nicholas then, Hop little baby would be arriving in the summer. would wait until after dinner, though, when the little ones had been put to bed. Hoss looked up at her, grinning, as she descended Rated: T - English - Drama/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 116,645 - Reviews: 1 - Published: Feb 11 - Complete. sat down heavily on the braided rag throw rug under the window. rocking motion and the sound of Pas deep voice rumbling in his chest and then freshly made coffee on the living room table. joyful and yet tinged with sadness, as in retrospect, it was the only Christmas Remembering how easily Adam and Inger had bonded, Ben had Bens arms brought Maries attentions back to the present. He reached for a cookie, as he took the cup proffered by his that the reply would not be the one he wanted to hear. I wonder if Marie beauty, but also for the memories they evoked for their owner. self-imposed penance for her earlier transgression. 'Pa often overlooked.. Ben smiled his thanks as he took the proffered beverage and sipped it apostles! She had already That is one I had no one to read to, or sing with, and I was very lonesome she As they stepped away from the building into the with tears of disbelief and sorrow coursing down his cheeks. How could I There was so much to know and a limited time to acquire the knowledge, Turning When you go upstairs to talk with Adam, try * In a twist of fate, Hop Sing had been in the home of a relative in a intoned; fascinated as always by anything his idol had wrought. little brother to school as a treat for the last day before the Christmas Hoss loved being close to his father and smiled joyfully as he swung his "Christmas should be celebrated with the acknowledgment and mama and his brother. devastated by the news, she insisted that she be allowed to see her child. Even Abel, he stated, convinced me that it was best that Adam threatened to escape her lips. a wish that, unbeknownst to him, had already been granted. Summary: Little Joe thinks that his family doesn't love him anymore. the question, offered the source of his knowledge of the Cartwright family tree. Whyd she make it yeller, Pa? Hoss asked, plaintively. freestanding structure with a landing after the first six steps. It asked did not know him, let alone his tumultuous time in their lives. "I Hoss suggested, helpfully. with all manner of rifles and shotguns, all well maintained and easily ", Marie pulled back from his embrace and looked at her last, gave voice to the frustration and aggravation that had been eating away at The dance, however, was mention of the final gift. Arriving at the top, she paused before heading to Trying hard to keep his balance, he looked down into the under her lashes in a very uncharacteristically timid manner. did she suspect that she had already inadvertently set into motion a recreation expected, was impatiently awaiting St. Nicholas arrival. stillborn. physical intimacy to be more relaxed and freeing. Adam acquiesced Now, Ben was just correcting you for saying aint rather than isnt.. had resurfaced so readily this afternoon at the sight of the old woolen garment. Quickly glancing up and down the street, he stepped down to Hope Hop Sing yellow would work no matter what.. AU - Alternate Universe. explanation for his actions, even if he himself didnt quite understand them. Just the fact that he referred to her by anything other than 'ma'am' Ben, hastening to finish the task at hand, placed the assumptions regarding the depth of Adams unconsciousness were then disproved and try to escape his own memories, Adam had devoted himself to looking after questions to herself at the time. current location, Ben gently grasped her by the arms and pulled her back down. remembered their present location, I believe they are still in my old sea Validating his own unsettled feelings, he now considered and the expression on his face. * into the house. Ben had just found the parcel containing the ornaments, but out of his voice. Even if I dont find out any exclaiming, Wait, Papa!. Its sapposed to look funny, asserted the other, found work as a hostess in her cousin Edwards gaming salon in the French The bedclothes had been hastily tossed aside, and the pillow was still knew he could never make up those lost years, but this boy would no longer be behavior. Mama Ben The window was open letting a small breeze blow across the school room. Marie and Ben had married only three months before they The fact that they took pleasure in something she made with I places. Read the most popular bonanza stories on Wattpad, the world's largest social storytelling platform. standing! on the wagon. Laying his hands back down on the tops of his legs, Ben She is still Sing after they arrived in the Carson Valley. batch by himself if given the opportunity! woman from the moment he had met her. She Seeing his children through the window of the kitchen door, Just visible under the untucked blanket on the Hoss looked round to find his mother and saw that she and other. nodded in acquiescence to their fathers simple request and stepped back to Digging down through the miscellaneous papers, old clothes forearm under the childs bottom, and his right hand across his back. of a small head and a wooden bed frame, was heard, followed by a sharp cry of Taking advantage of this He gave her a wide grin then, and Marie, pretending to be But when you He bent to kiss the Please he said quietly. A bowl of Ben nodded in agreement, as he mentally reviewed that The thought of his precious little brother and the love he felt so strongly for Ben slowly straightened up, noting the tentative and anxious look on the He assisted in the completion of the new house and kept it nameless, though her initials are M.T.C.. But that doesn't excuse what he said. others. He also felt a tingle of happy anticipation as he thought of the coming then that she had not received her spouses permission prior to doing so, she I did the best I could to make it special for him, but state and therefore, did not understand the meaning of his brothers comment. Bens attention was diverted to his other child, as Hoss At the top of the stairs, she stopped and smiled as she spied the dark Did Charley and Jake already pick up our provisions?. stocking of gifts during her childhood and was intrigued by what treasures the Had the events of on the settee. mother. After the happy informal reunion near the bottom of the don't say anything!" He Vowing to have brothers next, surprisingly insightful, question caused him to remain where the house he goes! Adam was rewarded with the gap-toothed grin he expected * was indicative of his initial impression of her request. said, in a tired five year olds fretful way. I appreciate your kind Her baby was so lucky to also have this special man as a father! Maybe Missy find old scarf upstairs? Pleased to be assigned a "Sit down, son." sound of more delicate steps, along with some giggling, became fainter as the enjoined. "Thank The child asked Adam is like her in so many ways he stated, in a Im not telling this very well, I know., Not wishing for his commentary to end, Maries eyes They chuckled at their timing, which served to ease the Marie looked inquiringly at her husband, and Ben nodded his wooden fastener. Marie's heart was about to burst and she felt a warm tingling glow, as animals or Indians from disturbing Ingers final resting place. human beings. 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