We are going to bring your mother home, no matter what.. His sad eyes came in contact with his two brothers. Uh yeah, lets go. Joe breathed in a breath of fresh ai,r remembering what Hop Sing had said to him just a couple of weeks earlier, when hed struggled to approach his father at the desk, his mind taking him back to the far different struggle hed faced at the hands of the monsters in his nightmares. Adam, help!. A Reset font size. Let me go! Joe, Im sorry. What is her name?. Think JoeThink. I got it Pa. Adam didnt even raise his head nor did he make eye contact. He fought to keep his tired eyes open, for he and Hoss had rushed home after hearing the devastating news. Answers his older brother wasnt sure he could give, although he could give support and love. Its okay, Joe. He knew Joe couldnt hear him, however, this one sided- conversation was already beginning to soothe his soul. Easy kiddo. Still cradling Joe against his chest with one arm, Adam brushed his younger brothers hair back with his free hand. How come he had dallied on the way home? So much sjs! The riders ignored him. Mama. he whispered as he searched for her, in his mind, in his dream.Then it ended as quickly as it had started. That makes no sense, Why would someone want a dead body? The possible realization of what Joe was telling him puzzled him. There was Little Joe not moving. Joe, you are such a dare devil that I was and still am afraid for you. Adam there are things we do, things our bodies and our minds do in a time of crisis that we dont understand. He touched his sons chin, forcing Adam to look at him. The radiant noontime sun flew in as the door opened wider. Was Was? Son you need to rest. He knew Ben hated him to be late. Its gonna be okay Joe. How the hell can someone tell something like that to a kid? With tear filled eyes he glanced down at his little brother then laid his cheek on his curly hair. Your gonna be alright. A-AdamA-Adam! Breathing itself was painful. Ben tried to sooth his son. Youre safe, Joe.. Please hurry. Im cold, Adam so cold. There wasnt a place on his body that didnt hurt. Okay, Joe, let me check this last bandage here, and then I will let you get some rest, I promise. He turned Little Joes head to the right. Come on buddy, look at me. Hearing a slight moan Adam continued to encourage his little brother. Joe was just. Sure Pa., Scrunching his brows, Hoss was quickly grabbed a wet towel. With a tremendous heave, Joe struggled to his knees, ready to attack the bully who now towered over him, but Dax gave him a hard swift jab to the stomach adding pain on top of pain to his already bruised ribs, and Joe to collapse back onto the floor. There was so much blood and Joe was barely breathing. Mama you belong here. It was to be only one day. Adam pulled his chair closer to the bed and sat down. They flew right past us, but I can tell you this, they were some pretty hefty guys, he said as he tossed away a soiled, bloody towel while Hank painstakingly pulled the visible small pieces of glass from Joes back, simultaneously holding a towel to his wounded shoulder. Ben walked back to his chair beside Joes bed. Adam too was absent, having headed to Virginia City before the sun was up, as Pa needed him to take care of the payroll, pickup a few supplies and the mail. You dont deserve to look like her. How are you feeling, buddy? Now seated next to Joe, Adam was anxious to find out. Twinkle, twinkle, little star. Adam I have all the help I need. Let me go! He yelled as Hosss large hand briefly held Joes good arm. How I wonder what you are! With a hard kick to his abdomen, Joes tortured body was back on the floor. Summary: Little Joe Cartwright was born curious. What do you want with? He was cut off. Not you and that scrawny body of yours. The guy was huge, bigger than Hoss and as rugged looking as they come. Be patientwe all need to give it some time., Yes sir. He pursed his lips while peering over his fathers shoulder. Joe its Charlie. Adam. After taking some choppy, deep breaths, Little Joe closed his eyes. The rocker that gave Joe vague memories of falling asleep in his mothers arms. I need to go with the Sheriff, too. The inner voices within his head continued to persistently whisper, giving him an intense headache. Whats going on? Ben and Hoss simultaneously stared at each other. It wasnt going to be easy, but could it ever? It was very clear to Doc Martin just how out of it and in shock the man was. Completed wildwest bonanza littlejoecartwrightfanfiction +6 more # 2 The Wandering One by EmmyJo16 3.1K 57 19 Then when I called Marie those awful names. Adam?, Are you okay, son? I need you. Dax, our plans have changed. Still holding the brandy he pursed his lips and ran his fingers through his thick, greasy, gray hair as beads of sweat dripped down his brow. Shhh. Shhhhhits alright Joe. Was it really worth living the rest of his life with this on his own? I want to check on those wounds of his for infection. After administering the medicine he began examining Joe. Even as he grew up, the nickname stuck, and Hoss remained taller and larger than Joe. It hadnt been long after Little Joes birth. He is a hard worker, a strong worker, and has made me proud and would have made any mother proud. With widened eyes and a sinister gaze, he grit his yellowing teeth as he lowered his massive body next to Joes head. Roy Coffee finds Joe Cartwright, newly kidnapped and held hostage, on the side of the road miles away from the Ponderosa. Little Joe yelled out my namehe called for me to help him, and I didnt! Adam cried out in frustration. It wasnt easy, but Hoss understood just by seeing the scene that was playing out across the room. As usual, he began with Joes side. God, I should have been here. This was Joes first clue to try to high tail it back into the house, close the door and grab his gun, however, before he knew it, he was violently yanked backward and quickly swung around, facing his attacker once again. His large statue leaned forward as his hands were clasped together. He wasnt alone, but without one of us there By: . Hoss, in the meantime, was dumfounded as to what the heck had just happened. You sure youre okay son? Bens parenting skills were sure being tested now as all three sons required his attention, however, he was a strong man. Joesph., The three men in the room simultaneously glanced at each other with a puzzled look. Summary: When Ben decides to marry again for the fourth time, things as they had always been suddenly start going haywire, especially for Little Joe. The sun is about to set . Shh, Joe its okay Adam was interrupted. Maybe Seth decided to come and see me.. 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. B. Brigitte Rau. Bonanza Fan Fic: Young Cartwright Stories And Along Came MaryAnn -- Charlee Ann Baker -- AS Part One Part Two Part Three Part Four Part Five The Babysitter -- Helen Adams -- HS, WF Baker's Brat -- Joan Sattler -- JS Be My Valentine -- Puchi Ann -- JS, Holiday Betwixt & Between -- Sandy Workman -- AS The Box -- Val M. -- HS, WF His ribs were still healing as were the other wounds. Its still playtime with that body. He laughed. They had kept Dax home and tried to teach him what they could, however,when his wife died, Dax was devastated and stopped communicating. Within seconds of hearing pounding hooves and the rumbling buckboard, Charlie glanced up to see Adam charge through the front door. What was I thinking? why rent a buckboard? I.. I Adam voice cracked as he searched for words. Maybe you didnt hear me. The mans enormous hand just about surrounded Joes throat while the pressure choked him, Where is my Marie? It was becoming very evident just how annoyed and determined this man was. Choose Not To Use Archive Warnings, Graphic Depictions Of Violence, Rape/Non-Con, Underage, Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, Little Joe Cartwright/Original Male Character(s). You dont deserve to look like her.Joe squeezed his eyes as a few tears slipped out. Owww! he cried out. Im just giving ya a few extra pillows here to prop ya up.. Im trying to hold on, Adam. His family watched from the buggy, giving Little Joe a private moment. Joe, its meIm here Joe. Adam was quick to collect himself and tend to his little brother ,however, there was no response. Joe? Just what do you meanwas? The stranger began to drag Joe like a rag doll across the hard floor toward Bens desk. Help.. They all grew to be a close-knit family and Little Joe was like the icing on the cake after he was born. Ben carefully slid out of the bed. Ben had insisted on buying Marie the finest dress. I promised you, Marie, as I promised myself, no harm would come to Little Joe. No, I dont mind at all. . Joe was getting nervous, but there was no way he was going to admit to his brothers that he didn't know where they were. I .wont ..let.. you ..take. That was not the answer the older man wanted. A slight smirk ran across his face as he allowed his eyes to wander downward, spotting the mans holey boots. Im here for ya Little Joe. A tear slipped down his heavy-hearted face. Adam, come on son. The sheriffs concerned eyes met Doc Martins. Deborah almost collapsed with relief and sat heavily on the side the bed, taking Melinda's narrow hand in hers. Well, he didnt tear anything but Im going to change his bandages. They had been so busy on the ranch lately, and all Joe had been doing was fooling around. Now please, lets try to have some more faith in him. Ben lowered his eyes, returning his attention to his paperwork. He drew Joe closer to his chest and allowed a few tears to roll down his cheek. Do you understand? No! As your bright and tiny spark, Lights the traveler in the dark, Though I know not what you are, Twinkle, twinkle, little star. Dont get up. Adam would take turns with Ben and Hoss, however, as the oldest, Adam automatically took over and was the one who was there at night the most. Attempting to concentrate at his desk reviewing some last minute paper work, Ben glanced up at Adam. His shoulder is going to take awhile to heal. He took in a deep breath. We are going to bring her home, son. It had been very easy to connect with Marie and shed quickly accepted the boys as her own. Ben gently placed his hand on Adams shoulder. Open your eyes., Ad-am? Joe whispered as he slightly turned his head toward his older brother. She wasmy.. mother. My ma-ma. Squirming, Joe cried out once again. You got nothing better to do but to play with that?, What chance are you gonna have to use an epee out here in the west?, Youre a Cartwright! Look what you made me do! Story One: My Responsibility . Martin, tell the Sheriff what has happened. ScaredAd-am..help. He began to tremble. Get him off me! Now hallucinating, Joe still saw his right arm being swallowed by a massive hand. And how do you expect to do it with that New Orleans monkey pick, handed down to you by your French quarter mother?. He didnt stop there, though he probably should have. That promise has been costing me our relationship. Pa, I dont know what came over me. Joe, when she fell. It was very evident to them that Adam was distant, distraught, tired and dirtyyes he needed a bath. That sounds good. Joe was a bit anxious to get out. Joe., Ben, I believe he needs rest. The doc rechecked his patient one last time, closed his medical bag and headed for the door. Yes, company. Whispering, he perked up walking to the door. Who are you? His thick fisted knuckles brutally made contact with the side of Little Joes face with such force that it sent him crashing into the grandfather clock, rendering him unconscious. Adam help! He tightly closed his eyes as he squirmed in the bed in an attempt to free himself from his imagined attacker. He said pa and Iwestole mama from them!. Doc Martin is here to check on you. My ma-ma Joe slightly opened his eyes . Ben was promptly at Joes side. Hours had passed and every minute still counted. It wasnt even a full day. Sudden fear built up within Joe as his body began to tense. Ben coughed out, as a smile finally ran across each of their faces simultaneously. Do you know who these men are? David staggered as he stood. Joe leans against the side cabinet near the door and shuts the door with his broom. 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