Look at me. Jason shook his head with a sigh at the mans cluelessness. He laughed so hard his stomach hurt at times. Spit it out. The hesitancy wasnt like Bolt at all. And his family in Scotland compounded the error. Jason laid a hand on both of his brothers shoulders. Your father tried to do right by both of the young women. Damn, that was all they needed. Im not asking you to forget what George Stempel did for you. Father may have left us the mountain but we built the logging business ourselves, Josh tried to defend. Obeying his brothers order, Jeremy stood in the open doorway, mild curiosity on his face. Nothing was too big for a Bolt to tackle. Aaron had decided long ago he couldnt waste his life wishing for something that would never be. General?, General Ashland, the man extended his hand. Your father knew, as the younger son, there would nae be much for him to inherit. All the questions hed longed to ask Jonathan Bolt, but hadnt been able to because of the mans denial, bubbled up inside of him. But because he loved the struggle so much? Ive never been very fond of solitary meals.. He hoped the contents of the decanter of brandy in front of Aaron and Lotties nonjudgmental presence would help Aaron open up. I enjoyed this story and the new family dynamic from start to finish. Now if that uncle of yours doesnt cause the problems he did the last time he was here., Oh, Aaron, Jason chided his friend, though he winced when he recalled some of Uncle Duncans actions on his last visit from Scotland. And somehow you got Wainwright to pay off on our contract. Immediately after their fathers death, Joe Wainwright tried to renege on his contract, saying the contract hed signed had been with Jonathan Bolt, not Jason or any other Bolt. No one could be close to them and not see it. Oh, well, we all just found out a few days ago, Biddie spouted. This is an old HCTB story I wrote years ago. Here Come the Brides In 1865 near Seattle, brothers Jason, Joshua and Jeremy Bolt run a successful logging company on nearby Bridal Veil Mountain, the business and property their parents left them when they died. He told the truth in his journal, but he told Stempel he couldnt be his father. Abruptly Jeremy slammed his hand down on the log, making Candy jump. But Aaron would be fair game, all the more enjoyable because of his "porcupine" personality and intelligent stratagems. "He had a horrible choice to make and no time in which to make it. Hed proved that over and over again. He denied it. Oh, my, she breathed, her other hand coming up to cover her mouth. But it was a betrothal not of his own choosing. One of Jason's loggers has been killed by some kind of large animal. If you truly want me to leave this at rest with our father, Ill try, Jason promised solemnly. 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). Jonathan Bolt was my father, he said, his voice hoarse and strained. I have heard tales of some very unfriendly dealings Mr. Stempel has had with the Bolt brothers., Hes also risked his life to protect the Bolt brothers. How could everything go so wrong so quickly with so little warning? Im just sure Ill spill it all over the table. What he felt he would have felt for any woman in her situation. I dont want to know. ", A reluctant smile curved Jasons lips. Colonel Thompson swept Lottie out onto the dance floor just as Jason got within earshot. Josh could detect no hint of I told you so in Jeremys tone. Admiring the smile hed cause, he leaned in to steal a kiss. Josh, how can you say that? Jeremy grabbed his arm to prevent his escape. Let me make sure I understand what youre offering, Colonel Thompson, Jason began. Both men whirled toward the intruder. I mean, it belonged to your mother. 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. You cant change how people believe and feel overnight., But I need to do something, his voice rose. The morning sun added a golden halo to her hair and gilded her fair skin. Will anyone die? They also shared more than ten years of history - clashing against each other and standing shoulder to shoulder when their town or family was threatened. Good night, nephew.. S1, Ep13 8 Jan. 1969 The Log Jam 6.9 (32) I cant imagine how he feltall these yearsknowing what he knew, Yeah. No, you dont. 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. 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. Winning the mountain would have been like spitting in the face of all the people whod tried to stomp him into the dirt most of his life. Is that all our mountain means to you? Got me thinking. I really am fine, Lottie., She gestured him to sit down. Jeremy laughed with her, admiring the sparkle in her eyes. The clop of horses hooves caused him to slide off the path to the edge of the woods. Im sure Jonathan did nae tell her after., Duncan covered his face with his hands. Silent for a long period, Jason stared at his beer, knowing he would find no answers there. We publish fiction, nonfiction, and poetry on a rolling basis. Joshua suddenly understood what Jeremy had meant when he said that Stempel might not be the man he was if their father hadnt denied him. Its in every word she writes. What has he ever done for us that would make you care about him? He had never understood the strange game his brother and the millowner played. The one has nae to do with the other. Rolling his head from side to side, Aaron tried to release the tension in his shoulders. You heard the results of the vote. He never once considered yelling for help. What dont you know how to do, Aaron? Duncan held up his hand for quiet. When we speak and when we wont. A princess bride a runaway bride a ghost bride. Relating a shameful family secret wasnt easy. Just teasing. Or even what her name was., You know, neither do I. Lottie leaned back thoughtfully. Aye. Duncan held up his hand, anticipating their questions. He stands outside announcing to every person who walks by that he has a new son. One would think he were the first man to ever father a child. But if Aaron was nothing else, he was a savvy businessman. Bluer than lumberjacks. But what do you care, Red?, It burns me. "Jen, tell her I'm not here", Lucas whispered to the child. Oh, Jason had stopped by, but they had passed the evening with a companionable game of cribbage without a mention being made of family. I just recalled. I might not believe it myself if I hadn't written it. Is this my punishment for daring to love a man not of my people? 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! But he publicly gave me his name even though I was no blood of his. There was no arguing with that. You act like it was all a game. Aaron, calm down, Jason ordered, barely avoiding a flying elbow. Besides the obvious?, Get out of here, Bolt, Aarons voice was strained. Jason nodded somehow sure this would turn out all right. Ill see you in the morning.. When Julie was visiting, Jason had heard him say nothing about his mother, not even an inquiry about her health. Unsure who he was damning, he vented his rage on the possessions around him. May you have many happy years together., Jeremy rose, extending his hand. Why calm him down?, You dont think what Thompson did tonight to Aaron was right, do you?. Or will it wander forever lost and alone? He wanted only to get home and relax with a good meal but he had an errand to complete before he could. Work Search: The contract will go where it should have gone in the first place. Lottie hurried to his side. If she was still alive. Are you all right? she whispered, worried eyes scanning up and down his body. By tradition the gift was given by one of the grooms family. He glanced at Jason for support but found no help in his brothers neutral expression. 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. Acts like I should be grateful to be called a Bolt! Relax and enjoy it., Jeremy pulled him into an embrace. A short uppercut knocked Red away but Shortys punch smashed his lips against his teeth. Why dont you come in?, Fluttering her eyelashes at him, she threw him bright grin. But to be able to - if not talk to the boy - then to hear of him regularly, I would give most anything I own. Before they could even get halfway to the door, two groups of men converged on them. 2020 - Colonel Shaun Geoffrey Christopher, son of Air Force Captain John Christopher, and grandson of Jimmy Christopher (Operator #5), heads the first manned Earth-Saturn-Titan probe (Star Trek . Have you written any more stories - and if so, will you please share them? What makes you think Im worried?, Perhaps worried is nae the correct word? Duncan assessed him with a shrewd eye. Josh scrubbed wearily at his face as he heard the unmistakable tread of his oldest brother. 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. All she wanted was someone to spend money on her., Red rubbed in the salt. What are you doing just standing there?, Putting his feet in motion again, he walked over to lean on the porch rail. His parentage didnt matter in the mill. And now he had a long walk ahead of him to get back home again. I know you, Aaron. Joshua took a breath to protest, but then caught a glimpse of Stempels face. Would it be better to let it rest with their father? Releasing his hold, he allowed Thompson to sag back against the wall. Other than the urge to badger me, what brings you over here this time of day?, Yeah. But then again, perhaps Jason had been trying to influence him in a subtle way Aaron hadnt comprehended at the time. Aaron wanted to shriek. His younger brother raised his hands in apology. The name of his mothers tribe captured his attention as he turned pages. The last of his fury swept away in the wave of her sincere affection. I know you and mother are together again and watching over us.. She nodded in acknowledgment. I know she is. Then why did it still gnaw at his belly when he saw them together? Well, Mr. Bolt, your logging operation appears to be more than adequate to supply the governments needs at this time.. I just dont know. What was the right thing to do? Contracted yellow fever crossing the Isthmus. Aaron stepped into the lamplight, his expression unreadable. For hours hed been waiting to present his gift. 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. Jeremy, whats your vote?, Jeremy flicked his gaze between all the players. I think perhaps he was writing them for you lads. Upset, Jeremy shrugged. Aaron tucked his chin and grinned. Your father wanted to break the contract with your mother and marry this girl. I keep thinking about what Bolt said about Mr. High-and-Mighty-millowner., Oh, Billy scratched at his sweat-soaked shirt. Jason took a half step after him as he stalked off, then halted. Now you can tell me its none of my business. Despite all the reasons Aaron has to hate the Bolts, weve become friends, he and I., Truly? Duncans eyebrows rose. Insulting his mother because she was Indian boiled Jeremys blood. With the power vested in me, I now pronounce you man and wife, Reverend Adams intoned. Was it worth the risk? I turned ditto-machine purple. He considered going inside the house but he had a decent view of the town from the porch and the light breeze cooled the fire inside him. Hed had the experience of falling in love himself, not always wisely. Not taking it personally?! This story first debuted in the zine 'Dreams to Last the Years' from the show 'Here Come The Brides'. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. His brothers had noticed his distraction, but he couldnt explain, at least not yet. Having seemingly regained his composure, Aaron engaged Ben in a casual conversation. To BridalVeil Mountain Logging and Stempels mill.. Encounters with her wooden spoon had enforced that she was to be called Maam or Mrs. Stempel. All the venom the colonel had been about to launch at Jason and Lottie drew back; a much more satisfying target had just entered the arena. But if wed known you were coming we could have thrown a party for you. As Bolt disappeared into the gloom, Aaron clutched his knees to his chest and rested his head on them. Enough time for a family to begin pulling apart. He must have taken the lad in after his mother died., Jason shivered as a seabird sobbed in the distance. Hurry back.. The deep voice dragged him back to his surroundings. Stiff pride held him straight as he strode from the building. Told him Id never laid eyes on his mother. Oh, Jason, the blond brother joined into the laughter as he began to understand. Winning his approval would mean a long-term contract with the United States Government. Where will my spirit go when it leaves this poor weak body? Many a long winter night, their father had entertained them with tales of his adventures in a wild new land. With her hair curled and piled high on her head, the color of her dress a perfect compliment to the color of her eyes and a flush of excitement on her face, Biddy approached true beauty. Tilting his head, Aaron acknowledged Thompson with a nod that more closely resembled a challenge to a duel than a greeting. But Jason still had no idea where Aaron stood or which direction he would turn. Oh, so that is what is bothering you, lad., Duncans broad shoulders slumped and his head lowered. A third fork was open to him now. Have patience.. Out of the corner of his eye, he caught a movement on the trail to his office. Do you know what this is about?, Aye, Duncan answered warily. Will the revelations from an old journal tear the town of Seattle apart? Stepping up on the porch, Duncan ignored his sarcasm. All up and down the street, heads cranked this way and that. I think the word you want is savage. At least I hope we will be after you hear what I have to say., Jeremy, youre not making any sense and its starting to scare me., Im sorry. He wrapped her dainty hand in both of his. It broke mine. He flipped to the last page with writing. Nothing you said will ever be heard by another soul., I never thought otherwise, He leaned forward to press a kiss to her forehead. Nothing is going to stop us from being married, she affirmed. 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. All right, Lottie relented, not just on her demand that he take off his shirt. Adventure, I hope, but I have never been more than a days journey from my home and tribe before. Just try to keep him out of the way when Thompsons here., Slapping his friend on the shoulder, Jason grinned. Guns. We decided to call him Jeremy. Be good to your mother, George Stempel often told young Aaron on the infrequent times he wasnt out to sea. Is that why you hate us so much? Josh asked. A more beautiful sight Ill never see. Find him on Twitter at @pdforan. Right here. Josh held out the object in question then carefully tucked it back into his inside jacket pocket. I dont think you want him to do either., Cupping his chin, he leaned his elbow onto the table. Hey, be careful with my wife, Jeremy shouted, laughter spilling into his voice. A hint of gratitude sparked in Aarons eyes at his understanding. My grandmother was a fine lady and theres nothing injun about me., George jerked his arm away. In my professional judgment the mill in Everett is simply a much better choice for the governments needs. Excuse me, Jason. A huge pitcher in her hands, Biddie appeared beside him. Love? Even more worrisome is the obsession the girl's father seems to possess where Jemma is concerned. He stared into the dark eyes reflected in the mirror, trying to read the answers. Aaron, you want some breakfast before you go off to the mill?. Not another story about an illegitimate Bolt sibling. Measured by Jasons accomplishments. Aaron dropped his glare from Thompson to Lotties misty eyes. Slow and gentle is the key.. Shuffling a few pages further, he started to read. But it hurt. He laid his own hand on top of hers. He sank down in his chair with a groan. But Abigail wanted no part of being Aarons mother, as shed proved the few times hed slipped. I love you., I love you, too. She smiled and coaxed him closer for a kiss. Aye, he was a man in love.. Even his clothes - black suit without the usual accompanying brocade vest - looked gloomy. He wasnt going to read them. Now imagine what happens when it turns out that the reason Aaron Stempel's attention was never held by any of the brides isn't because of his surly and gruff personality, as everyone has always thought, but instead, it's because the only girl in Seattle who Aaron has any feelings for, also has feelings for him; however, the catch is that she just so happens to be the youngest Bolt sibling, Jemma. A comfortable chair set a few feet away from him but tonight he chose to sit on the hard wood. Lottie had always tried to stay neutral in the squabbles between him and the Bolt brothers. Before I throw you out.. Battles would be fought in the future, wrong turns taken, steps retraced as each of them defined their own place in the family. tip: austen words:10000-50000 sort:title. All three Bolts were crammed into the tiny back room of the church and the wedding was only minutes away. It was all right there in our fathers journal., In Fathers handwriting? Jeremy snorted in derision. I want to do whatever I can to help. Not because they werent true, but because they were too true for his own comfort. Hed used hate before to drive him to higher achievement. Just pride, Aaron guessed. 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.. He had to find his own way, so nae long after the betrothal, he left for America. Josh coughed to clear his throat of the huskiness he knew would be there. Tried dirty tricks to steal our mountain? A candle joined the debris. B ridget is best known for her starring role as Candy Pruitt on the ABC series Here Come The Brides. 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. Congratulations, he whispered. What the hell are you up to, Bolt? Aaron spoke into hands cupped around his face. Arms lifting hesitantly, Aaron shot a helpless look at Jason. He would be her knight and protector and anything else she needed him to be. Jason noticed them at the same time. Colonel Amos Thompson, the man who would give the final approval to the biggest contract Seattle had ever seen. Is it the fever, or is Amanda just seeing things? His blue uniform and insignia identified him as a colonel in the US Army. Tonight, after dinnerJason, hed been reading our fathers journal, Andhe found something I guess I dont want to believe., Oh, She raised her hand to rest on the back of his neck. His pose looked relaxed but he was as far from relaxed as a man could be. Please, just stay put until I get there. About my mother., And you got angry, didnt you, Aaron? Jason prompted quietly. But neither of us has ever hated the other., A game? Jeremy and Candy were finally together, flushed from a lively jig around the dance floor. Of course not. His brother. Giving Aaron a hard shove, Josh stalked across to his room. Now I feel like the whole worlds been turned upside down., Aaron collapsed back into his chair. Now, with the preparations done, the girls flocked around Thompson, barely giving the man a chance to catch his breath. Waves sloshed against the pilings beneath them in an elemental rhythm. I want to say The Teenage Mutant Male War Brides are singing the opening theme: When you find your own true love, you will know it by his smile by the look in his eyes Look out everyone here come the brides! All that anger can be a very heavy burden. Duncan pulled himself upright. Astonishingly a few days later, Wainwright appeared at the Bolt cabin, money in hand and cursing Aaron Stempel. Once I was sureit took me weeks, Jason approached softly. On almost every page he turned the name Jon stood out. The vehemence of place. I never would have guessed, but its Aaron you were talking about, isnt it?, Yes, Jason whispered. Maybe he meant something else?, Desperately Jeremy thought back on what Jason had read. Two long strides took him inside the office. He didnt want to know what the man who denied his fatherhood had to say. Taking a deep breath, Jason throw open the door. Youre cool its about not knowing, Joan Blondell says. He added another swallow to help it along, ignoring the tang of blood in his mouth. He tried to order his thoughts but how could he, when he felt like his feet no longer touched the ground. Hed grown up in Jasons shadow. Keefe - best man. He shrugged. Nothing! Im not offering you pity or charity, Aaron. He was told over and over just how grateful he should be, if only he werent too much of a little beast to be appreciative. Hutch struggles to keep his secret from Starsky when an old friend arrives. What you have a right to., Aarons grin grew wolfish. Each tooth could be counted. Concentrating on each movement helped to keep all the disturbing feelings at bay. You didnt tell us about your plan until you and Stempel had already broken Bass out of jail., I had to get Aaron on our side or they would have lynched Redmond. Jason protested. Itll be just a few more minutes., Jeremy pushed him toward the door. Director E.W. Aaron had fought it tooth and nail but somehow in the years theyd known each other theyd become friends. Heavens, why would you want to know about Aarons mother?, He waved his hand vaguely. Seattle finds itself anxiously awaiting the event that no one thought would ever take place; Jason Bolt's wedding, especially considering the bride is Julie Stempel. They warmed when I was able to speak some in their language. You dont really feel like that, do you, Josh? Brow wrinkled in concern, Jeremy reached out for his brother. It shouldnt be so important. How old am I? The questions slipped out against his will. To think in less than two weeks this woman would be his wife! This bigot wasnt going to make him do it now. He knew bird-dogging Aaron all night would only stoke the mans ire, but he couldnt dismiss the feeling that Aarons fuse was burning and the explosion would happen tonight. Now you tell me, which man earned the title of father?, Jason leaned his chin into his hands, not able to think of a single word to refute Aarons argument. tip: "sherlock (tv)" m/m NOT "sherlock holmes/john watson". Here Come the Brides; Relationships: Jason Bolt/Aaron Stempel; Jeremy Bolt/Candy Pruitt; Characters: Jason Bolt; Lottie Hatfield; Biddie Cloom; Joshua Bolt (Here Come the Brides) Jeremy Bolt (Here Come the Brides) Aaron Stempel; Language: English Stats: Published: 2022-12-23 Updated: 2023-01-10 Words: 4984 Chapters: 13/21 Kudos: 1 Hits: 34 It promised to be a long day and he had already had a long night, only a few hours of it spent sleeping. Jeremy groaned when the birds outside his window greeted the new day. Joshua is at the apothecarys, trying to attract that new lass attention. Under Lotties watchful eye, he took a deep breath, then blew it out in a noisy sigh. He must know they had to put on a show of solidarity, even if that was the last thing they were. We have talked about the name our child will called now. If I could find a way to avoid it, I wouldnt come within a hundred yards of a Bolt. Her sweet response warmed him. The rising moon glittered off the Sound. I never intended to shout it from the rooftops., Maybe he thought he couldnt take that chance with my mothers life, Jason shrugged helplessly. Lottie led him into her private dining room. Robert Brown, pop music superstar Bobby Sherman and David Soul (TV s Starsky and Hutch) star in the classic television series HERE COME THE BRIDES, a delightful comedy that combines romance and adventure in the rugged landscape of the mid-nineteenth century Pacific Northwest.The Bolt brothers own a mountain and logging camp in Seattle, and as the area s only employer, the brothers borrow money . Jon called her Miri. I wanted toI dont know. Please write more. Even without Thompsons blatant prejudice, Aaron would take anything to do with his mill personally. The man couldnt even call him by his name. Jason couldnt have hoped for more. Will wonders never cease? Not appalled, he tried to explain. With a goofy grin, Josh filled three glasses with the well spiked punch and meandered in their direction. Wipe that scowl off your face, Lottie demanded as she stepped over his long legs. Oh, thank you, something to drink would be so nice., Now you two just sit there and dont move till I get back.. Aaron S-s-s-tempel., Candy burst into unexpected laughter. But to see my son, oh Lord. And "The Chatelaine" wrote itself. Didnt say I believed it., Seems to me you aint got no reason to defend Stempel, Red continued to glare. Keep working like this and youre gonna drop like that tree., George, another of Reds few friends, carried over a pail of fresh water. I took Jason with me today when I went to negotiate a contract with the boys mill.
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