The determined expression made him appear to Aaron suddenly more adult, a man to be reckoned with. You wouldnt?, Oh, no, indeedy, we wouldnt dream of it., Well Aarons attempted smile more closely resembled a snarl. I think hes known for a long time., How? In her presence hed found himself wantingno, he wouldnt delve back into those ludicrous childhood fantasies. Werent you? Staring straight ahead, Josh was glad he didnt have to look into his brothers blue eyes, which reminded him entirely too much of his fathers. So far hed seen no proof that the Jon this woman loved was his father. What would ownership of a piece of the mountain buy him that he didnt already have? Ive been waiting Her frown turned real. Remember Im the one who has to approve your contract with the government. Now youre gonna pay for that, breed! Red snarled. If that had been Bolts plan, hed won. Leaning back in his chair, Jason watched as the party slowly wound down. Bobby Sherman was part of the cast of "Here Come the Brides," a TV show which aired from 1968 - 1970. Im sorry, Aaron, but you should see your face right now, she giggled. He gathered the now empty plates from the table and tossed them into the wash tub. My son. I want to make amends for what my father did. Crude? Aaron snarled. I wanted toI dont know. Ive known my fathers name since I was old enough to read., Oh, Aaron, she gasped. Before all this had started, hed been sure of himself and where he stood, now he felt like an rudderless ship, lost and adrift. Raising his head, he looked directly into Aarons eyes. Why the hell is this so important to you? Aaron turned back to him, honest confusion on his broad features. Whoever itd been, Jason had known about her. Showing your crude origins? Thompson tried to sound confident, but he couldnt hide the fear in his eyes. Here Come The Brides ~ Becoming bigvalleylover2 4.1K subscribers Subscribe 210 Share Save 19K views 4 years ago A fan video to one of my favorite tv shows, Here Come The Brides (1968-1970). Watching you., Blushing, she touched her fingers to her lips. It would do him no good to deny it. Im sorry. Be good to your mother, George Stempel often told young Aaron on the infrequent times he wasnt out to sea. Jeremy went to the dormitory to visit that pretty girl of his. Duncan threw a couple of plates at the table. Now he felt more like crawling back in bed and wishing the rest of the world would go away. 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 knew I could count on you for a warm shoulder and a willing ear., Its part of the job when you own a saloon. She cracked her dishtowel in his direction. She saw Mark by the admit desk. Well have to depend on you. 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. I gotta finish these books before Jason gets back with Thompson.. Youre my brother and I think we all have to find some way to live with that., Aarons fist thumped down on his desk. It is an Aaron-centric romance, though it has quite a bit of the rest of the Seattle crew also. If the battle had been one on one, Jeremy would have waited for help. General?, General Ashland, the man extended his hand. How long before he began losing contracts and opportunities? But you know that, dont you? Now if youll, Biddie didnt notice Aarons attempted dismissal. Hed stayed up much too late talking to Candy. The enormous tree shuddered under his assault then wobbled. Will it be able find its way home? Like hed lost something very precious to him. I look happy, too. Nope. 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. Nae, lad, it does nae seem possible that you could even have been two. One would think he were the first man to ever father a child. Please write more. When he got back, I dont think Id seen him so miserable. When Julie was visiting, Jason had heard him say nothing about his mother, not even an inquiry about her health. She died because of him! At times it seemed like his lifes goal has been to destroy the Bolt brothers., I do nae try to excuse his actions, but I think you see now that he had reason to be hostile to the Bolts.. If not for the letter the girl left for him, I think he would tracked her to the ends of the earth.. Oh, no. After a long sleepless night, Jason stormed into Aaron Stempels office without knocking. Interesting take on the "half-sibling" plot so popular in our fandom. What Jasons been trying to do since this started. Josh scrubbed viscously at his scalp. No, Joshua moaned. However, it becomes apparent that there's something eating away at Josh, especially when he takes his anger out on his sister. Looking for your father?, No, I had no idea hed be here. He had a lot of thoughts to process and he needed time before speaking to Brooke. Your brothers not very talkative, is he? he heard Colonel Thompson say as he walked away. Oh, lad., Itll break your heart. Aaron felt a surge of resentment at the mans apparent ease. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. It belonged to Aarons mother. Jason didnt know where to start. His day on the mountain had been long and tiring. ( Read more. Joshua snatched at the glass of whiskey beside him. Before all this started hed never spent a moment consider what Stempels life might have been like before he came to Seattle. But even with all his attempts at our mountain, I could never hate him. Jason began to flip through the rest of the book, picking out passages about events he remembered the most. But what do you care, Red?, It burns me. We wont abandon it. "Colonel Thompson, this is the mill we worked with since we started as a company., Maybe you need to look beyond old loyalties and start making decision on sound business practices., Sound business practices are exactly the reason weve stayed with this mill, Joshua rolled his eyes in Aarons direction. Good morning, Mr. Stempel.. No, I cant believe that. I dont want to believe it, but its true. Jason only gave the journals to you because he knew what torture it would be to read them. Make sure hes not hurt b-b-bad. Here Come the Brides Episode aired Sep 25, 1968 1 h IMDb RATING 7.9 /10 51 YOUR RATING Rate Adventure Comedy Western After making a deal with Seattle's Mill owner, lumberjack brothers Jason, Joshua, and Jeremy Bolt got to New Bedford, Massachusetts to bring back 100 brides for the men in the town. Would he understand how much I regret not being there to watch him grow? Josh sucked in a breath as Jason hit a nerve. I guess that doesnt count. No! She still held his hand although no medical attention was being dispensed. Youre the ones who agreed to bet the mountain and you all agreed to the rules.. Now it hardly seemed to matter. Josh marveled at his brother. Together they remembered when theyd salted Candys grandfathers mine to help fulfill what they thought were a dying mans dreams. Bolt tried to help, blunting the worst of the indictments. This went directly against the image of the man hed grown up idolizing. Jason felt a little misty-eyed himself. Jeremy and Candy drifted closer, but Joshua remained leaning against the wall as if he watched a particularly interesting play. I wish you were still here, he spoke to the ceiling. This couldnt be his father. The resounding thud of the book hitting the wall did nothing to satisfy the need in his soul. Hed come close to hate at times, when he would have cheerfully strangled all three of them. Hed forfeited any right to ask about me or my mother.. What would be the fun in that? Jason grinned. A princess bride a runaway bride a ghost bride. Stepping closer, Jason bent to get a better look at this gift. Fine. Aaron barely restrained the urge to slap the infuriating grin from Thompsons face. I have no doubt his story is true. Will the revelations from an old journal tear the town of Seattle apart? Would she turn from him now? Then one morning he seemed to make up his mind about something. With a goofy grin, Josh filled three glasses with the well spiked punch and meandered in their direction. Yeah, I'm trying to get back to writing again. Why dont you come in?, Fluttering her eyelashes at him, she threw him bright grin. The brothers shared a pleased grin but Aaron waited for the blow to fall. 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. You mean, now? Aaron struck out. He was proud of you and he would have shown it if you would have let him.. I just have to talk to him.. What do you say, Aaron?. Jason reached the newcomer at the same instant. To get to the steps where Candy was waiting, Jason had to pass through the church proper. Entering the tent, he slumped down in his chair. Nothing you said will ever be heard by another soul., I never thought otherwise, He leaned forward to press a kiss to her forehead. Who he was didnt change just because he now knew how old he really was. Hes as scared as you are right now. There were times he couldnt believe his good luck. Here Come the Brides Characters: Jason Bolt Aaron Stempel Joshua Bolt Language: English Stats: Published: 2014-07-02 Completed: 2014-08-14 Words: 36878 Chapters: 13/13 Comments: 20 Kudos: 32 Bookmarks: 2 Hits: 1144 Family Duty lsmith7768 Summary: Will the revelations from an old journal tear the town of Seattle apart? Just saying what I heard. Ill say., Is it true? She moved her head so she could see his eyes. A little bruised but fine., Thank goodness. She plopped a quick kiss on his cheek. With a vague nod, Josh shuffled off toward the office tent. But Im afraid this mill doesnt meet with our expectations.. Stay out of this, Bolt. Billy drove a knee in Jeremys already bruised ribs. He read it again, then a third time, trying to deny what his eyes saw. Is that clear enough for you?. Jeremy, whats wrong?, He allowed himself a slight grin. I never intended to shout it from the rooftops., Maybe he thought he couldnt take that chance with my mothers life, Jason shrugged helplessly. Nae, older, Duncan answered before Jason could open his mouth. Nothing that wont heal. Had Jason been aware of what Thompsons reaction would be? 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. He is to represent that the lodge in which he resides will be granted his protection. Aaron, how long are you going to keep trying to prove yourself to a man whos already dead?, Stempels eye grew huge in his pale face. Should he turn to his left and his house or continue up the path to Lotties? Emotions he didnt want to identify roiled through him. Can Aaron put aside his differences with the Bolt brothers to save the woman he loves and can the Bolt brothers put aside the years of built-up animosity they harbor against Aaron for the sake of their sister's life? :). When they got to the street he realized Aaron wasnt immediately behind them. They held on for a long moment, then broke apart, each a little misty-eyed. Somehow he managed the correct responses though the reverends words were only a distant droning. Exhaustion weighed his limbs and dulled his mind. And I know you need to talk about this. I know. For two days, he fought the battle within himself. Joshua took a breath to protest, but then caught a glimpse of Stempels face. Showing off a bit, I must admit. I dont think we have anything else to discuss. Here Come the Brides!. Hed proved that over and over again. Jeremy came in and went up to the bar. What did the man really think of him? This time he felt like a child lost in the woods, not knowing east from west. Blood or experience? I should have known. Obeying his brothers order, Jeremy stood in the open doorway, mild curiosity on his face. He has a way of making people want to confide in him. Lottie didnt look at all surprised when he pulled her aside. By tradition the gift was given by one of the grooms family. Only patience and persistence would turn the animal into a friend. Jeremy, what are you really here for?, Jeremy settled on the ground beside him. Josh realized with a shock that they were drawing a crowd. But, Its hard when its your own family. Lottie patted his shoulder as she picked the cups from the table. Yes, I live about 40 miles NW of Minneapolis. Ill see you in the morning.. I really enjoyed. Once we got the girl to agree, we smuggled her away without Jonathans knowledge. The air whooshed out of his lungs at the impact. ", Silent for a long moment, Duncan stared out into the murkiness of the Sound. That is, if I give him a few minutes to calm down before I go over there., Thank you, Lottie, Jason leaned over and kissed her on the forehead. Not because they werent true, but because they were too true for his own comfort. That the man had even had a life before Seattle never crossed Joshs mind. The lecture always ended with a homily on gratitude, obedience, and humility. He swallowed hard before he could continue. His innate optimism leaped to the fore. Taking a healthy swallow from his mug, Jason mulled over what Aaron had said of why hed asked for the truth from their father. I've been requesting Here Come the Brides fic since the year yuletide began, and I swear, Mystery Authorit's like you were reading my mind about what I was hoping to get as a gift.. And now thanks to your family, Im gonna have to start fighting them again., Has your life been so dreadful, lad, that you must strike out at those around you? Aaron had decided long ago he couldnt waste his life wishing for something that would never be. Dark smudges under red-rimmed eyes didnt enhance the image he presented. Why? She put both hands on her temples, as if with the pressure she could control the tornado of thoughts. Lottie, Uncle Duncan has a place save for you in the front row. But he had to present a strong, calm faade or Thompson would gnaw at them like a dog with a bone. Aaron erupted from his chair. It took no guesswork to figure out how Red and his cronies learned of Aarons ancestry. Twisting, Josh propped his elbow on the chair back. No contract could be worth accepting the mans bigotry. Many a night their father had relaxed in front of the fireplace, carving a toy that would eventually end in the pocket of one of the few children in the area. Go, Uncle. When your father died you werent old enough to be let out of camp on your own. The journal was in his hands again before he knew he intended to pick it up. See related links for . Not taking it personally?! Everythings falling apart., Reaching over to the sideboard, she took a bottle of whiskey and poured a healthy jolt into his cup. Damn that Bolt. Stomping his foot into his boot, he stood up to face the day. The mountain!? I've started posting a new story called Choices. 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. ", Jason felt like screaming his frustration but forced his volume down. Wearing one of his big-city suits, Stempel might be freshly shaved and neatly groomed but he didnt look much improved over the way he had right after the beating. 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! And I never will.. Yeah, I was. Bouncing a pebble in his hand, Jeremy squinted at Josh out of the corner of his eye. Of all the things hed never thought hed feel, sympathy for Aaron Stempel was high on the list. Knowing only a part of the truth is worse than anything you could tell us.. He clamped his mouth shut, embarrassed by how much hed revealed. The millowner had been sociable enough during the evening theyd spent together but he hadnt spoken at all about their family situation. Josh Closing the book, Jason reached out an imploring hand. He never spent one minute worryin about me or my mother. And I care about the Bolt brothers. Im never gonna believe Aaron Stempel is our half-brother and thats it., Sighing, Jeremy tossed his pebble away. So it was all my fault and Jonathan Bolt was totally blameless? Aaron scoffed. He f-f-fathered a child with a woman not our m-m-m-mother before Jason was born., Her hand tightened convulsively. But once he got outside of the office, he froze. He cant touch me if I dont let him. Im whats-his-name, you know the middle one. Tilting his head up, she stared intently into his eyes. It didnt happen like that., You never had to worry where your next meal was coming from. Every mother thinks their child beautiful, but I can not help but believe our son is more beautiful than most. Only as part of the Bolt brothers had he been able to win. death was tragic, but it happened long before you were born. I do nae know what it said, but after reading it your father was heartbroken. Now just let me alone.. No, you dont understand, Aaron sighed. Were you so jealous of Father leaving the mountain to us that you had to keep trying to hurt us any way you could?, Jealous?! Is something . Spit it out. The hesitancy wasnt like Bolt at all. A third fork was open to him now. Yeah, I know, he called back with less volume than his brother. Aaron had always shied away from touching and being touched; which was why Jason loved to ruffle his feathers by laying hands on him. Joshs analytical mind couldnt quite comprehend it. He ran with the futile hope of leaving all the fear and anger raging inside him behind. For two days and two nights, Jonathan Bolts journals lay on the mantel of Aarons fireplace untouched. Lottie made a lot of sense. But try as he might, he couldnt unearth any of his usual enthusiasm for the books, the company or even the future. The things that happen and the things that dont. I think I would have enjoyed watching that as much as Stempel would have enjoyed doing it., I suppose I should go check on Aaron, Jason sighed. I mean about you and Jonathan., Why dont you ask Bolt? With obvious effort, Aaron relaxed his stance and turned his back. I should have known hed tell everyone he knew as soon he found out. Even if it caused the loss of the contract for Seattle, some people just deserved a fat lip. In just a moment, he returned, a book in his hand. It hadnt made it any easier to lose her but theyd known it was coming. All the time he knew I was tellin the truth. Automatically, he followed Reverend Adams low voiced instructions, never taking his eyes off his bride. In the previous week, the Bolts had done nothing to influence his decision. Turning away, Aaron took a step for the door. Josh and Ken stepped away but kept a cautious eye on the three men. Took me completely by surprise to find him. A chuff of laughter escaped him. About my mother., And you got angry, didnt you, Aaron? Jason prompted quietly. The clop of horses hooves caused him to slide off the path to the edge of the woods. And bring some more of the good punch.. Im sorry that men who worked for me tried to beat you up because of something they overheard my brothers talking about. But we can undo some of the hurt our family has caused. Josh jerked his head around to find Jeremy standing just inside the tent. Jason exploded with startled glee. Indeed, the job provides a good income for the workers and the region, and a decent life for the brothers. 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