Love At First Sight. Son,we promised, Ben softened his voice as he lay his hand on Adams shoulder. Why didnt he listen to me? his! His breaths came short fast. No, stay put Adam. Breathing itself was painful. Though She Be But Little (by mcfair_58) - Bonanza Brand - Fanfiction Library. Little Joe was screaming Pa, screaming for me to help him. Why couldnt I give you a chance like you deserve. Have you seen them before? He was very careful with his tone as it was very clear that he now had two sons who needed his help. Come on buddy, look at me. Hearing a slight moan Adam continued to encourage his little brother. That is far from the truth. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. Oh, and Hoss and I will be back in a few days.. As Joe peeked out the door, his jaw dropped and his eyes just about popped out of their sockets. It must be late afternoon already. You must eat.. Hey! he hollered back at them. Im trying to hold on, Adam. David began to drink heavily. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. Sure son. He handed Joe the glass. Doc. Return to Library. In possession of other traits that could work to his advantage or against him, Little Joe Cartwright could have been the greatest outlaw in the west. Shhh, I gotcha Joe. Adam reassured him. Notes: Posting for Bonanza finally! Adam looked skeptical as he gazed at Joe. Adam, stop! Ben had a pretty good idea of his oldest boys intentions, however, needed to confirm his suspicions. It was as far as he dares go until those wounds could be stitched closed. Martin, tell the Sheriff what has happened. I promised you and I will keep my promise, however, we may have to rent a buckboard now., Injured and disoriented , Joe wasnt sure if what he was listening to was correct. Hed only been five-years-old and couldnt really understand why Marie had gone away. Marie glanced down at her sleepy baby. JoeSon. Ben was the first to respond and gently tried to rouse the young trouble man. Do you understand? He slowly unwrapped it only to discover it was the best gift they could have given him. It felt like bees were continually stinging his back where the pieces of glass from the decanter had dug into his flesh. It was a failed attempt. Mr. Debois now stood directly over Joe, who had curled in a fetal position and was moaning in agony. His wounded body now drenched with sweat was soaking the covers. Dadburnit, he mumbled to himself, as he meandered over toward the window. Mamas picture, Adam. Joe whispered. Little Joe yelled out my namehe called for me to help him, and I didnt! Adam cried out in frustration. He decided that is exactly what he had to do. Lots of drama and trauma for our handsome Joe. I let you and Hoss down. Raising his arm, Adam wiped his face along the upper part of his sleeve while his father walked over and knelt down in front of him. There we are. He finished. It was a chore for Joe just to try to catch his breath. But when a buggy accident claims the life of Nora Cromwell, leaving Little Joe fighting for his own life, both Ben and Joe end up blaming themselves for the other's pain and sorrow. Joe., Ben, I believe he needs rest. The doc rechecked his patient one last time, closed his medical bag and headed for the door. And how do you expect to do it with that New Orleans monkey pick, handed down to you by your French quarter mother?. Charlie, his shirt and hands now bloodied, was clearly engrossed in doctoring Joe that it took a moment for him to realize that Adam was beside him.Adam, we couldnt get a good look at the guys. Do you know what that means?, It means youre a man, fit to do a mans work. It was an accident. He gently hugged Joe a little closer to him as he began to slightly rock. The doc? Adam asked with raised eyebrows. Good. His nostrils flared while trying to fight back the tears. The mans claws tightened their grip. He knew he hadnt hurt his little brother, hed been as gentle as he could be. Who is your mother? The stranger demanded while shaking Joe. Fanfiction Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. He shook his head violently, firmly rubbed his forehead as he took in a deep breath. Why did they do this to Joe? As she rose from the rocker she noticed Ben leaning against the wall by Joes bed, I love you so much Marie! He walked over, kissed her and then watched as she gently lay the boy down in his bed. With his head down, Joe slowly walked back toward his waiting family. Hoss and I were without a mother for too long and when Marie came along it was like she was our own mother and she took us under her gentle wing without question. Doc Martin is here to check on you. Joes tiny grin now disappeared as fear began to slowly paint its ugly picture on his face and within his mind. Ma-ma, ma-ma, mama. Adam, I dont know who else to talk to about this. He cringed as every move he made was painful. Adam was practically speechless, however, was there for his little brother. Look what you made me do! Youre safe and youre gonna be fine. Let me go! Sure. Breathe. A tear slipped out as Joe struggled for air. He is only seventeen, Pa.. He was finding understanding and forgiveness, the forgiveness he needed for himself, for the only way for him to eventually help Joe was to help himself first. Overwhelmed with dizziness, nausea was now choking at his throat. She wasmy.. mother. He slowly drew up his legs. I .wont ..let.. you ..take. Adam those men, Joe, stop. He interrupted his brother. Ad-am hurts?. Ben and Hoss had no idea what was unfolding in front of them. How dare I say that about Marie after all she did for us for me. When your mother died, I told you all about Marie and her stories, Remember? With a gentle hand David forced Dax to look at him, Remember how I told you she was going to be the one to read you the bedtime stories to make your nightmares go away? There was no immediate response, so Ben called to him again. She was still here. Now please, lets try to have some more faith in him. Ben lowered his eyes, returning his attention to his paperwork. Please pa, we all know that Little Joe needs you the most right now. The slight nod and smile was all reassurance Ben needed from his middle son. David, already armed and prepared, met him midway as the sharp knife ripped into and across Little Joes right side sending him crashing to the floor in agony on top of his fathers now broken decanter. Son you need to rest. Come on kid wake up. He gently stroked the young mans dark curls. Joe cautiously lifted his eye lids and stared straight past his father who sat in the chair beside him. Where? Joe, that is when I realized I had gone too far. He has a fever and we need to cool him down. He motioned to Hoss. Let me go! It isnt your fault Joe, it isnt anyones fault., No! Joe perked up catching Adam off guard. Nooooo! Joe weakly screamed as he had no fight left in him for the attack on his body almost paralyzed him. He also saw just how bad Joe was, but please be patient with him, as I saw just how traumatic it was for him to see what happened to Joe. He continued. Come on son.. What wrong Joe?, Adam, I need to talk about what happened and its not just the injuries. Searching for the right words he began fidgeting with the sling which was still supporting his left arm. Was it really worth living the rest of his life with this on his own? BonanzaBrand 2006-2023 All Rights Reserved. He is young and strong, but still a very sick boy. Like a staggering drunk, Joe found it difficult to find his footing. Okay?. Adam said he will drive. He glanced over at Joe, waiting for an response. She died years ago. With a gloomy look, he stared at Joe as he tried to explain to him the reality of his mothers whereabouts. Joe, we got the men who did this to you. Adam carefully squeezed Little Joes hand and then reached for the wet cloth again, confused to find the water wet and cold. What a great story, a lot of emotions, sad and Happy. He was lifted up with ease and tossed against Bens desk with such force Joe was surprised he didnt hear ribs cracking, and he couldnt help but let out a painful cry as he fell to the floor. Easy now.. The buggy suddenly stopped, jolting Joe back to reality. Adam, Charlie told me you were there for Joe when he needed you, and then you did exactly what you had to do. Hazel Eyes. Um, sorry Pa. Adam sat down in the chair next to Joes bed, leaned forward, rested his elbows on his knees and rubbed his face, then slowly allowed his weary body to rest against the back of the chair. Go and get some cold water quick, and towels please. The panicked expression on his face said it all. He was not only dealing with an overgrown ape who had most likely bruised his legs, but now he had an angry, drunken mammoth. He didnt notice Joe stirring. But he knew with the help of his family,Joe would get through this. Familiar voices. Okay, easy, now lay him back., Adam? Joes opened eyes and met his older brothers. David staggered as he stood. So much blood, pa, and I didnt know what to do. Tears began to roll down his cheek as he stared at Ben. Joes position was making it challenging for the men to treat him. He was seated on the floor over by the desk, Son? From a physical aspect the closest Hoss could remember was when his father had been beaten pretty badly by some men after hed won a bid for a timber contract. Lynne C.'s Bonanza Fanfiction: Little Joe Zone: Bonanza Brand: Puchi's Bonanza Library : Bonanza Hideaway: Vicki's Bonanza Page: Bonanza Events Pernell Roberts: Desideratum : Women's Writers Block (While our site does have a large number of Bonanza stories, we do post fanfic for other shows) Bonanza Round up . Adam, please come home. Well, with a little coaxing, a very drunk Dubois confessed as to why he came here. The sheriff looked at each of them in turn. Joe shrank away from the horrific smell of the mans breath . It just makes me wonder just how ready is he to be left alone to take care of the ranch. He stopped and glanced back at his father. While there, Adam would also be filling out paperwork at the lawyers office for an upcoming contract. S-on, what are you doing? Whats going on? Ben and Hoss simultaneously stared at each other. He knew Adam was his only hope, for Pa and Hoss would be away for a few days. What is wrong with me? He was getting angryangry at himself. 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