Cassie is asked to teach when Stephan has to leave town on a family emergency. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

An old friend of Lucas's returns, looking for a second chance. Mark, however, is completely against the man being in town and sees him as a threat. Rated K plus for some intense dialogue.

Micah finds himself in a difficult situation when he has to arrest Mark for murder. Rated T for violence, intense/dangerous situations, and brief suggestive dialogue.

As Lou, Milly, and Laura prepare for the arrival of their children, Mark and Lucas prepare the cattle for market. However, when Mark insists that Lucas stays home to be there when the youngest McCain is born, tragedy strikes. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

Lucas thought he'd been through it all when he raised Mark. But when a trouble maker and Rachael take a liking to each other, he's at a complete loss for what to do. Rated M for violence, intense/dangerous situations, and some (non-graphic) content.

"What are you doing here?" Lucas demanded. "Well, you forgot your rifle," Mark replied, picking the Winchester up. "You know I didn't forget it." Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

I gave you a warning as plain as can be, But you didn't listen and antagonized me. One wasn't enough; you had to take two So what's coming to you is long overdue. Do not try my patience, for it easily is lost, And the life of your son could be the cost. This is your one and only warning... Come, lest you join me in my mourning. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situatio

Family and friends come together to celebrate the holidays before goodbyes must be said. Rated K plus for recollection of intense situations.

As Mark and Cassie settle into married life, Anna begins college and Ned takes his first steps towards eventually joining the Marshal's Service. But as time passes, the McCains find themselves in a whole new predicament when Lucas's niece arrives in town… with no memory of who she is. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

Mark and Lucas finally learn how to be partners in the full sense of the word when they face losing yet another wife and mother. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

Everyone in North Fork attempts to return their lives to normal after the trial. However, an intruder at the Donalds' and later a murder attempt make 'normal' a fantasy. Rated T for violence, intense/dangerous situations, and brief suggestive material.

Lucas McCain finds himself a new farmhand. (No idea how to summarize. Read and try.) First timer, constructive feedback much appreciated. T to be safe - some violence, some adult themes later on. no slash! Set some time after Season 2. Does not follow Season 3!

Oneshot. Set a little before Episode 34: "A Matter of Faith." A saloon pianist at the Last Chance observes how drought in the old West brings out the worst in everyone, from the town drunkard to the straight-laced banker. We know from the episode that Lucas McCain managed to hold on to his faith in the land, but there must have been moments when even he doubted... T for drinking.

Oneshot. As he looks at the marigolds planted around the house, Lucas thinks back to how his Margaret always liked pretty things. But as usual, it's Mark who's able to sum up just what they're both feeling.

Mark struggles with putting the past behind him in multiple ways, making it difficult to prepare for the future. Can Lucas get through to his son when he realizes he's moved forward too quickly for Mark, or will Mark keep his nightmares a secret? What would happen if John... asked for forgiveness? Rated T for violence, intense/dangerous situations, and brief suggestive material.

Mark's slowly increasing suspicion of John Osborne is justified when he uncovers a nineteen year old secret; one that discloses the true character of Osborne and reveals him as a coward. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

When buried family secrets are revealed, Mark and Cassie are both reminded that family is what you make it. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

"Cassie, do you trust me?" Mark's question caught Cassie by surprise, but after a moment she responded. "... Of course I do." "Then please trust me and my judgement now. This is what I've got to do, and I have to do it alone. You can't tell anyone that I've left, they'll figure it soon enough when I'm not at church Sunday." Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

Cassie's aunt comes for a visit, bringing a pleasant surprise to North Fork. However, Cassie is left wondering if Mark will ever get to meet her aunt as she watches Mark knock on death's door. Rated T for intense/dangerous situations.

Mark has to make same major decisions concerning the direction of his life, but these choices are the least of his problems when he ends up in jail. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

A forgotten telegram leads to a surprise visitor at the ranch... will this visitor bring good or bad changes to North Fork? Rated K plus for intense/dangerous situations.

As Mark and Lucas continue life on the McCain ranch, they both find there are things they will have to learn to accept as Mark gets older and Lucas goes missing. Rated K plus for intense/dangerous situations.

When Mark's worst nightmare becomes a reality, he struggles to accept the fact that he no longer has someone to call Pa. Rated T for violence.

Back in Harrisonville, had Mark intended on going somewhere besides the doctor's office after his argument with Micah? Was he ready to give up? Is there something that could drive Mark back to a suicidal state?

Both the McCain's are known for their stubbornness, but when Lucas gets sick, who's stubbornness will win out? After Lucas gets worse, is he out of it enough that even Milly can keep Mark's disappearance a secret?