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Corresponding notes : Part four : River
Title: Corresponding notes: part four: River
Author: Bookaddict
Characters: River, Crew, OCs
Rating: PG13
Timeline: post the BDM
Disclaimer: Firefly and all its characters are the property of Joss Whedon
Comments: Because Ma started writing to Kaylee and River too I had to write this off-shoot from the Letters series. Previous chapters here. Thanks to![[livejournal.com profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/external/lj-userinfo.gif)
cantonheroine for the wonderful banner and icon.
Word count: 843
Dear River, Girl are you awright Jayne wrote some bout whats happened. He never tells me everything at first I have to pull it outta him. He did say you were being chased again and that your crew lost friends Im sorry for that and know you were frightened. Hope youre ok Yours Ellen
Dear Mrs Cobb,
Talking is needed, confusion reigns – thank you for writing.
Physically I was little hurt; mentally I am unsure as to the outcome. The voices in my head have quietened for the time being and I believe my mind is clearer, less fogged. The mists have been pushed aside but clarity is uncomfortable.
I feel that much that has happened is my fault. If the Captain hadn’t first focused on protecting me, the spiritual one at least may be still be with us. His symbol now is truly gone and the frightening hair. Even though he’d not been on Serenity for awhile, his spirit was still here – now I don’t know. I do know that this flock of one misses him as does everyone else, particularly the lion.
Wash, the natural flyer and dinosaur man has gone too. The free-flying spirit of kindness and humour was cruelly slain and although most times she doesn’t show it, Zoë is crushed. I wonder if she blames me? Perhaps I could have seen what was coming? It’s worrying.
What is more worrying Ellen is how I fought; did Jayne tell you how I behaved? I was conditioned to be a fighter an assassin. It frightens me that I have that power and don’t ever want to use it again.
The kind Companion has returned, but she too is unsure as is the Captain. Kaylee calls what they do a dance. I call it confusion and none knows the outcome.
My boobish darling brother has finally spoken to Kaylee and they are happy. She has wished for it so much, I hope Simon can sustain it, that the clouds of Kaylee’s happiness will last. She is a constant friend, only once have we misunderstood each other, I don’t want to lose that.
I am rambling again, but writing this has been a relief. You listen and don’t judge, you comfort an unknown girl.
Yours River
Dear River, Were friends I dont need to meet you to know that your letters Jaynes and Kaylees too help me as well you know. Jayne admired your fighting and I liked you knocking him out maybe hell get more sense. Whatever was done to you youre still yourself remember you fought to help your friends and family thats not wrong. If you dont want to fight tell the Captain so or Kaylee they will understand. Kaylee will always be your friend dont worry child and Im sure Zoe dont blame you your gift cant be harnessed. None of what happened was your fault it was just folks being folks Yours Ellen
Dear Ellen,
I can no longer call you Mrs Cobb so formally, my mother would disapprove, but you are my friend and comforter. Thank you.
I did what you suggested and spoke almost plainly to the Captain. Instead of fighting I am learning to pilot the ship. To be as one with Serenity, to fly through the black; I love it already. To soar and dip, to be free, it suits the wildness within. The dinosaurs remain to assist and speaking with his voice; remind me of the one who went before.
All have worked to repair the ship and we shall be flying greater distances soon. Jobs are problematical at best since many of the Captain’s contacts are gone, but he is working hard to replace them. Coin will be forthcoming and I shall have a share in it!
Money of my own is something I’ve never had. Independence, freedom, choice, it brings dizziness and uncertainty; there are many traps for the unwary. Simon is uneasy on my behalf. But Kaylee’s promises of budgeting tips and Jayne’s reassurances that I won’t receive much in my cut have soothed him for the time-being.
Zoë is still full of grief, it fills my head and I want to talk to her, but what can I say? Do you have some ideas?
Your boy is still sick I know. Worry is uppermost in his brother’s mind. You’ve been so good to me, can I help? I would like to.
Yours River
Dear River, Im glad youre not formal with me no more I like being called Ellen much better theres nothing to disapprove of there. Flying sounds like your calling to me Im sure you do it well and that Wash would approve. Listen to Kaylees tips that girls got lots of commonsense and knows whats what. Go slow with Zoe but tell her your fears and listen hard to her answer girl remember none of this was your fault. Jayne is speaking to your brother bout Mattie soon I might ask for your help thanks for offering youre a good girl Love Ellen
Author: Bookaddict
Characters: River, Crew, OCs
Rating: PG13
Timeline: post the BDM
Disclaimer: Firefly and all its characters are the property of Joss Whedon
Comments: Because Ma started writing to Kaylee and River too I had to write this off-shoot from the Letters series. Previous chapters here. Thanks to
cantonheroine for the wonderful banner and icon.Word count: 843
Dear River, Girl are you awright Jayne wrote some bout whats happened. He never tells me everything at first I have to pull it outta him. He did say you were being chased again and that your crew lost friends Im sorry for that and know you were frightened. Hope youre ok Yours Ellen
Dear Mrs Cobb,
Talking is needed, confusion reigns – thank you for writing.
Physically I was little hurt; mentally I am unsure as to the outcome. The voices in my head have quietened for the time being and I believe my mind is clearer, less fogged. The mists have been pushed aside but clarity is uncomfortable.
I feel that much that has happened is my fault. If the Captain hadn’t first focused on protecting me, the spiritual one at least may be still be with us. His symbol now is truly gone and the frightening hair. Even though he’d not been on Serenity for awhile, his spirit was still here – now I don’t know. I do know that this flock of one misses him as does everyone else, particularly the lion.
Wash, the natural flyer and dinosaur man has gone too. The free-flying spirit of kindness and humour was cruelly slain and although most times she doesn’t show it, Zoë is crushed. I wonder if she blames me? Perhaps I could have seen what was coming? It’s worrying.
What is more worrying Ellen is how I fought; did Jayne tell you how I behaved? I was conditioned to be a fighter an assassin. It frightens me that I have that power and don’t ever want to use it again.
The kind Companion has returned, but she too is unsure as is the Captain. Kaylee calls what they do a dance. I call it confusion and none knows the outcome.
My boobish darling brother has finally spoken to Kaylee and they are happy. She has wished for it so much, I hope Simon can sustain it, that the clouds of Kaylee’s happiness will last. She is a constant friend, only once have we misunderstood each other, I don’t want to lose that.
I am rambling again, but writing this has been a relief. You listen and don’t judge, you comfort an unknown girl.
Yours River
Dear River, Were friends I dont need to meet you to know that your letters Jaynes and Kaylees too help me as well you know. Jayne admired your fighting and I liked you knocking him out maybe hell get more sense. Whatever was done to you youre still yourself remember you fought to help your friends and family thats not wrong. If you dont want to fight tell the Captain so or Kaylee they will understand. Kaylee will always be your friend dont worry child and Im sure Zoe dont blame you your gift cant be harnessed. None of what happened was your fault it was just folks being folks Yours Ellen
Dear Ellen,
I can no longer call you Mrs Cobb so formally, my mother would disapprove, but you are my friend and comforter. Thank you.
I did what you suggested and spoke almost plainly to the Captain. Instead of fighting I am learning to pilot the ship. To be as one with Serenity, to fly through the black; I love it already. To soar and dip, to be free, it suits the wildness within. The dinosaurs remain to assist and speaking with his voice; remind me of the one who went before.
All have worked to repair the ship and we shall be flying greater distances soon. Jobs are problematical at best since many of the Captain’s contacts are gone, but he is working hard to replace them. Coin will be forthcoming and I shall have a share in it!
Money of my own is something I’ve never had. Independence, freedom, choice, it brings dizziness and uncertainty; there are many traps for the unwary. Simon is uneasy on my behalf. But Kaylee’s promises of budgeting tips and Jayne’s reassurances that I won’t receive much in my cut have soothed him for the time-being.
Zoë is still full of grief, it fills my head and I want to talk to her, but what can I say? Do you have some ideas?
Your boy is still sick I know. Worry is uppermost in his brother’s mind. You’ve been so good to me, can I help? I would like to.
Yours River
Dear River, Im glad youre not formal with me no more I like being called Ellen much better theres nothing to disapprove of there. Flying sounds like your calling to me Im sure you do it well and that Wash would approve. Listen to Kaylees tips that girls got lots of commonsense and knows whats what. Go slow with Zoe but tell her your fears and listen hard to her answer girl remember none of this was your fault. Jayne is speaking to your brother bout Mattie soon I might ask for your help thanks for offering youre a good girl Love Ellen
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Nice notes here between River and Ellen. I like how she's still giving her advice and a way to talk about what happened. Kaylee might be a little too busy with Simon and you know that no one else on that ship can deal with feelings!
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I love this fic series - with Ma Cobb writing to River and Kaylee too...
And she gives such great, down-to-earth advice too, just like you know Jayne's Ma would be. Great job *hugs*
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A wonderful chapter. Your River voice is great. And now that she's aware that Jayne's supposed to be talking to Simon about Mattie, maybe she'll give him a little push in the right direction. *crosses fingers*
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I love your River voice and the way you can clearly detect when she's worried and a little frantic and when she's calming down a little. And she's much more lucid, but at the same time still River. Awesome.
Also *points you in the direction of pr0n* Day 6 and Day 7 have been posted while you were in LA! Comment! Do it now! [shameless self and