Here with your family. He bit his lower lip as the tears slipped out. But how? Poor Joe gets beat up a lot. Joe, you are such a dare devil that I was and still am afraid for you. Were here Joe. With somber eyes Adam glanced over at his little brother. Oh, my God Joe!Adam squeezed himself onto the bed next to Joe, and pulled him close to allow his little brothers head to rest on his chest. Your mother was the best thing that ever happened to our family. Little Joe was fond of New Orleans, where his mother was born and lived for most of her life. Hoss and Little Joe Cartwright. Wildflowers Adam knew were what she and Joe had picked every summer. Open it.. Like Ben, he, too was worried now for both of his brothers. Listen, boy, with or without your help we will find Marie and bring her back with us to New Orleans where she belongs. You dont deserve to look like her. Easy now.. Overwhelmed with dizziness, nausea was now choking at his throat. His full attention on Joe, Adam paid no notice to his pa and Hoss. Notes: Posting for Bonanza finally! Come on Joe this is nonsense and you have a lot of work to do.. It hurt Hoss so damn much to see his little brother like this. I know it as you have always had a fight in you, just like your mother. He spoke softly as a glassy sheen formed over his eyes. Adam, come on son. The sheriffs concerned eyes met Doc Martins. 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. Do you think Im blind and deaf? So much sjs! I can see myself out, Sure. Puzzled, he stood and shook the docs hand. We are going to bring her home, son. October 9, 2019 23 Comments on Little Joe Cartwright, So Far (by pjb) Summary: A vintage piece from the days when Joegals ran rampant around the Bonanza community. Do you want us to get you anything? He added before he and Hoss exited the room. Im sorry for what I said to you the other day. . Hello Ben. Oww!, Easy, buddy, Hoss jumped in. You must eat.. Shhhh! You did this, you and that filthy father of yours! David screamed, whipping out a knife and jamming it into the back of Joes left shoulder. Oh Joe there was so much blood just like He paused and slowly blinked as he glanced over at Little Joe. My ma-ma. Squirming, Joe cried out once again. Although he fully understood that the fewer setbacks Little Joe had hopefully the quicker he would healemotionally. He should have been getting better by now as Doc Martin had said, however, just the opposite had been happening. Bubbly, Hoss came charging in the front door, rays of sunlight rushing in behind him. Ya gotta wake up, kid. he continued to try to rouse him. Hank I need you to go and get some water boiling. He never ment to treat Little Joe that way. Adam?, Are you okay, son? Little Joe had watched it happen. Where? His eyes focused though on what was right there, foremost in front of him, his mothers gravestone. Joe was still not well enough for a gunbelt. Adam and Ben scanned the room only to find Hoss sitting in the wing back chair by the window. He really didnt know where to start. His eyes freely welled up, however, he quickly wiped them before others noticed. No sensible person would dig up someones grave Right? Using his right arm, Joe managed to prop himself up and leaned back against the desk. Yes, come on, buddy. What in Gods name is going on? Adam! Ben, I have to leave. It might even have been tears he was wiping. Besides, this is actually a good opportunity for your younger brother to prove himself as you should not be gone long. Walking towards the steps he finished with, I think we both need to get to bed as we have an early start. Sad, but all to real. With every nightmare was continuing pain. Menu. Howshould he begin? We are going to bring your mother home, no matter what.. Pa, can I have a drink? Joe was beginning to feel better. Please Adam, Please come home, I need you!. But you and your pa stole all that from us, and you will pay! Rage was etched into the mans face. I might be able to answer that question.. He is only seventeen, Pa.. Thats it buddy. He knelt down by the side of the bed. What is wrong with me? He was getting angryangry at himself. Placing his hat back on his head, Adam took one last glance back at Joe. When Little Joe finds a young man who's been beaten and whipped on the Ponderosa, he brings him home so that they can help the boy. Adam, is he okay?, Ad-am .hurts. How can one kid get into so much trouble in so little time? Not you! If Adam is still in town, you better tell him to get here quickOh, and telegraph Mr. Cartwright. With shock and grief, he gazed down at Joes blooded, battered body. Jimmy, I will need you to stay here with Charlie and the doc. With somber eyes he turned toward Hank who was still standing behind the settee. Adam was going to make things right, as a brother and not as a parent. The radiant noontime sun flew in as the door opened wider. Oww!. That promise has been costing me our relationship. When Hop Sing returns, I will never complain about his cooking again. Joe took a big bite and began strolling out of the kitchen toward the table, but before he could sit down there was a hard persistent knock at the door. Not my Dax. No clouds in the sky that might cast any funny shadows. 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. Son dont blame yourself. Adam interrupted him. I am keeping my fingers crossed I posted it correctly and you enjoy it. With every swing of the ax, he could hear his older brothers hurtful words. His voice was very weak and shaky, however, Joe was persistent. He had no knowledge of Little Joe until Joe told them who he was. Ben finished collecting the papers, began to neatly place them into his saddlebags and slowly rose from his chair. She. Return to Library. What have I done to make him so angry? Mixed emotions began racing through his mind, rage foremost among them. Uh, sorry Adam.. You okay?. Nooo!, Shhh., youre okay, Joe. Peering out the open window, Joe let the book fall onto his chest as a slight warm breeze brushed his face. 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. Leaning over Little Joe the hostile intruder yelled, She either was or wasnt your mother, boy, now which is it, answer me! Turning toward the door he called out, Dax where are you son? Father and son placed their cups on the table as they headed toward the door to grab their hats. He couldnt concern himself with that now for he really needed Adam. Ahhh!. He slammed his hands down on the arms of the chair, stood up and walked over to the window, pushing the curtain back to he peer out. 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. It's clear that the 15 year old has been hurt in many ways. Easy Joe., At a snails pace, Joe turned his head, showing his joyless face to his brother. You are my Little Star Little Joe. She kissed him on the forehead then glanced out the window at the stars on that clear night. Hours had passed and every minute still counted. That means youve got part of the responsibility of running this ranch, same as Pa and Hoss and me.. Ben had insisted on buying Marie the finest dress. Adam, it hurts so much. Well done ? Adam? He became a bit concerned about his older son. David noticed it was a picture of Marie. Why Joe, and why Marie? Adam briefly pinched his eyes closed as a full plate of emotions were building within him. His wish always the same For his mother to come back. Do you know when the last time I had brandy was? Dubois shook his head and clenched his fists as anger spread across his face. Boy to Man #2 - The Best Days of our Lives (by Terri) - Bonanza Brand - Fanfiction Library. Slow your breathing, Joe., Joe? He was hurt, helpless, angry and now more afraid for his life than ever. His family watched from the buggy, giving Little Joe a private moment. Joe wished he could trade placed with his older brother right now. It hadnt been long after Little Joes birth. He just had to pull himself together for his little brotherfor Little Joe. A-AdamA-Adam! Tears clouded Bens eyes, as he gently took the photo.Thank you, he said softly, his voice cracking. I want you to let me know how often and when these events occur. He actually came here looking for you, Ben. He and Ben locked eyes as Bens eyes widened. HOSS: OH LORDY! Help.. Dax come here. After motioning to his son, he ran his dirty sleeve across his moist forehead. Joe was very fragile, but very determined. Then the traveler in the dark, Thanks you for your tiny spark, He could not see which way to go, If you did not twinkle so. Little Joe nestled his tiny head against his mothers bosom as he finally closed his weary eyes. Adam spoke softly. Attempting to concentrate at his desk reviewing some last minute paper work, Ben glanced up at Adam. He saw wet crimson sheets covering his baby brother. Youre safe. Careful not to hurt his little brother, Adam pulled him close to his chest as he sat on the bed. For that, I am sorry. His heavy eyelids finally closed and although his heart was in the right place, realized here is where The end didnt justify the means. Not his. The cloud burst as streams of tears lined his cheeks. Water, Joe pleaded as he attempted to get up. Adam?. Just look what happened. A Reset font size. He had been extremely busy getting his chores finished on time, which left less time to spend with Adam. Late again, he thought. The angel and devil were having one heck of a fight in his head. You were one of Maries two big mistakes! Be patientwe all need to give it some time., Yes sir. He pursed his lips while peering over his fathers shoulder. You dont deserve to look like her.She was just right there almost within his reach, and then .within a split second she was gone. The strangers so-called boy looked more like an ape sitting atop what seemed to be a draft horse. Get some fresh air. He walked over to his chair by the fireplace with his morning coffee and sat down. Why am I wet? he thought feeling a bit disoriented. He was frozen, though he was hot, not cold. Ben sat on the side of the bed while Hoss chose the large wing back chair by the window. There was so much blood and Joe was barely breathing. Davids putrid whiskey-laden breath was beginning to burn his eyes. 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. It was a mess. Adam Hurts. A-AdamHurtsHelp me! He cried as he slightly began to thrash around in the bed. Joseph. Ben called out to his youngest son now sitting on the settee. Easy son. Ben rushed over. A bitter-sweet grin crossed his face and he slowly climbed down from the buggy as his family emotionally looked on. His heart raced and his tears began to choke him. Seventeen-year-old Little Joe watched the summer sun peak over the tops of the pines as he stood by the pile of logs ready to be chopped. It's up to the youngest Cartwright's family to help him recover from the ordeal. 58 Stories. Roy Coffee finds Joe Cartwright, newly kidnapped and held hostage, on the side of the road miles away from the Ponderosa. To the jail. He paused at the door, glowering back at his father. 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. Little Joe youre okay. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. Lets see what we have here. Doc Martin quickly checked Joe over. Come on, buddy. Slow your breathing. 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 Who are you? Joe is either the star or co-star in each of these stories. . I have been no more mature than he. The rocker that gave Joe vague memories of falling asleep in his mothers arms. She is my mother! That was the last straw. He remembered the time when Adam had come came his bed after his mother died to sleep with him to keep the nightmares away. Why? Finally he turned to Jimmy standing by the credenza. Joe was trying as quickly as he could to recover, however, he found himself back in the monstrous, vice-like grip again. You caught the men who did this to your brother. Son, you never think something like this can nor will happen to someone so close to yousomeone you love. Bens eyes filled with tears as he remembered Marie. Lets get to work boys. He turned toward Adam. Hed started discretely asking around to find out where shed gone. Hoss, you cant take this personally. He tried to make eye contact but failed. He bit his lower lip as his nostrils flared, while a single tear fell from his eye. Wide eyed, Adam was sluggish as he entered. Pa? Joe was drenched in sweat and his legs were tangled in the sheets. 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. Staring fiercely into Joes widened green eyes the man shouted, Just how old are you boy?. Joe its Charlie. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. It was obvious how they all were affected and how they all knew they had once again come together as a family, to not only help Little Joe but each other deal with what had happened. They all grew to be a close-knit family and Little Joe was like the icing on the cake after he was born. It was very clear to Doc Martin just how out of it and in shock the man was. But the only problem is that it's not. Oh God, how bad? Realization sank in hearing an ugly, familiar voice and recalling now where he was and what had just occurred. What am I doing? He shook his head, straightened himself up and slowly ran his fingers through his hair. Pa, his fever seems to be down. Hoss explained. His concern now lie with possibility of open stitches with all the tossing and turning Joe had been doing. He slowly unwrapped it only to discover it was the best gift they could have given him. Their answer, lying just about in front of them on the floor, paralyzed them momentarily. You dont deserve to look like her.If he didnt slow his rapid breathing down he could hyperventilate. It was a secluded place surrounded by the beautiful pines overlooking the lake. Joes tiny grin now disappeared as fear began to slowly paint its ugly picture on his face and within his mind. Joe suddenly realized that things were going from bad to worse. Maybe it has to do with me being the oldest. He shook his head violently, firmly rubbed his forehead as he took in a deep breath. You sleep now buddy. 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