PT.17
Old
Flame Revisited
Well, Matt,.. as I said … Being a Justice of the peace, for
30 years or so.. it has provided me and the Misses,.. with a pretty good life …
the woman was an angel… But like I said
,…. I’m an Old Man Matt. And If you’ll except , my offer.. I’d like to put your
name in to take over my vacancy! Matt you’re one of the finest men I know ,..
and a Damn good, no Great Law man…. The Judge now looked at Kitty … she was
still…and speechless,. Look Matt … you and Miss Kitty,.. you think it over ..
talk it over,…. And Let me know before I leave? Now …I’m going to collect a certain Doctor
who owes me breakfast… will talk later, and up and off he went.
Both Matt and Kitty were shocked. Matt, I know how much you Love your Job,..
but have you ever thought about …. Since the room was empty , he felt sure he
didn’t need to watch what he did, reaching over to place his large hand atop
her small one…. Kit,.. I honestly never thought about such a move… I honestly never expected to live this
long? OH
Matt! She replied. Seriously Kitty,… I’ve ,… quickly she
finished his sentence… You ‘ve been Shot, Stabbed,… and left for Dead .. more
times than either of us can count … or that I care too. Cowboy ,…now sliding closer to him.. you’d
still be upholding the law…. And you know you’re gonna have to give it up sooner or
later? Gently rubbing his fingers over
the Antique ring ,.. placed on her finger ….. and thinking of the Promise he
made as he placed it there…. Well, it would mean me traveling through-out
Kansas Kit? And this territory. Matt Dillon, I’ve been by your side for the
past … ahhh almost 20 years? I think I
can handle you traveling a little more.. but I’ll feel a whole lot better
knowing your not the one hunting down these criminals …. Matt it’s your
decision,.. I’ll stand behind whatever decision you make…. I Love You
Cowboy… rubbing her hand ….smiling ..
Thanks Kitty…. I’m gonna have to think on this for a bit…. We’ll talk about it
more later… I’ll see ya in a while … gotta go to the office… as he stood ,.. he
bent to Kiss her on the forehead….
As Matt left the Long Branch, he crossed paths with Doc and
The Judge…. Matt ?... Join us .. we need
to talk… the three men walked to Delmonico’s … Matt,.. The Judge began… I know
I gave you a lot to think on,.. But, in
light of that Beautiful Ring you place on Miss Kitty’s finger,… I hope you’ll
take me up on My Offer…. You’re a shoe in … and with my written recommendation
… piece of cake!
As the three ate breakfast,… they talked more about ..the
changes that would take place,.. Matt was then, thinking, and suggesting, that
if he and kitty decided, he would take the Job,… that he could suggest Newly as
his replacement… Fine idea Matt … Doc
also agreed. Newly’s a fine man as well
as a Lawman ... and Doctor … when I need him to be…Doc added. Well Kitty and I are going to discuss this
further later… and I’ll give you an answer before you leave. So when’s the Special Day? The Judge
asked. You shouldn’t wait to long …
that pretty woman may get away from you.. I just might steal her away… Oh,
Hiram… Doc said swiping his Mustache,.. If this big Lug don’t Marry her real
soon I’m next in line.. I’ve asked Kitty for years to marry me .. but she
turned me down .. waiting for our esteemed Marshal here to come to his
senses.. now snickering. Well , Doc Judge, We haven’t really discussed
any details…. Matt… I have an Idea…..rubbing his chin…. Matt , If Miss Kitty agrees … I would be
Happy , and consider it an Honor to preside over the special Nuptials. You talk it over with Miss Kitty….
Kitty finished up her paper work ,.. and needed to stop by Sarah Carr Dress shop ..
Sarah wanted to do one last fitting on a dress she had made for Kitty… as Kitty
entered the shop,.. Good Morning Sarah,.. burr, it is fridget out there… Ahh
Good Morning Kitty … just in time I just made a fresh pot of Coffee,.. please
sit … I’ll get your dress… I’m sorry I had you come out in this awful
weather.., but I’d like to check that hem ...once more …. No Problem and Kitty took the dress walking
behind the screen ... and when she walked out … stepping up on the dress stand…
Sarah ‘s eye caught the ring on kitty’s left hand… Kitty Russell… What is this ? Kitty couldn’t help but smile at the thought
of Matt placing it on her finger and asking her to spend the rest of her life
with him .. as his Wife. Oh,This?….
well Sarah .. this is an engagement ring…
Sarah , stood shocked. Oh
Kitty, now wrapping her arms around her
friend… I’m so happy for you …. After all these years... You will let me make
you the perfect dress won’t you? Oh
Sarah ,… of course .. I wouldn’t have it any other way… laughing. As she stood on the dress stand and Sarah
was checking the hem,… Matt spotted Kitty thru the window… opening the door …
Ladies? Well, Marshal , didn’t expect
to see you in my shop? Smiling at
him. Sarah,.. actually …I think I can
give you some business…. You Marshal …
? Go on Kitty you can change now ,Sarah
said as she turned her attention to Matt.
Just as Kitty turned behind the screen… Matt pulled Sarah aside,… Sarah
, do you think you could Make Kitty a special dress ,.. on such short
notice? Sure I could ,.. I have her
measurements.. it’s just a matter of what she would want me to make…. Would
this by any chance be for a Wedding ?
face turning red,.. so she told you ?
Well Yes, but I saw that beautiful Ring …first. … coming from behind the screen,.. What are
the two of you whispering about ? Kit …
I have something to talk to you about…..
Ok, Cowboy … walk me back to the Long Branch… Kitty , Sarah said,. I’ll
have this for you in a few hours…
Thank You Sarah… and she took Matt arm .. and they were on their way.
Entering the saloon,… ok, Cowboy what’s on your mind? Marry Me Kitty! Cowboy are you feeling alright … of course
I’m gonna Marry you … I waited for you
to ask me.. for …Ummm … laughing.. I’m
not goona let you go now. No, Kitty Marry Me … Marry Me on New Year’s Eve! Judge Brookings has offered to officiate…. His words took her breath away,…
Matt? I, I didn’t think we would … stopping her.. Kit,… Say Yes , it
will be …. Wonderful! She finished his sentence. But that means … ahhhh, I only have a few
days to…. Kit.. I don’t care
if we get Married Like this … I just want to make you My Wife … and New Year’s Eve would be Perfect! Nodding her head,… Ok… Yes! Then New year’s Eve it is…
TBC
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