By Aussie Lass

DISCLAIMER: I do not own any of the characters. "The Magnificent Seven" belong to MGM and Trilogy Entertainment. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I’d be a happy woman if Vin belonged to me.....but no such luck. I have not made any profit out of writing this, so please don’t sue me. It would not be worth your while.

AUTHOR NOTE:
1. This story is based on the characters from the television series, "The Magnificent Seven".

2. I have no medical knowledge and know little about fire arms or American history, so there are likely to be inaccuracies. I invite you to enjoy my story for what it is... a rumble about six hunks and one drop dead gorgeous, handsome, strong, cute guy - you pick which of the seven fits that description! (g)

3.This story is a fantasy! If you are looking for a realistic story that is based on facts, this is not it. I have made everything up.

4. I am not a professional writer - I'm just someone who loves the boys. My beta readers are volunteers who have willingly given their time to help me and I will always be in their debt. Any errors are mine alone. There are a number of spelling, grammar and punctuation differences between Australia and the USA... please forgive me for writing with an accent. (g)

5. Yes, I love feedback! Drop me a note so we can chat about the boys. I love to hear others views and it means a lot to me when friends (new and old) take the time to send feedback, encouragement and constructive criticism. Please don't bother to send flames. I've lived that hell once and I won't be allowing it to affect me again.

Author Comment: This story is very short. It is my way of rationalizing something that has kept playing on my mind since seeing the episode "Obsession". I would love the feedback. By the way, I want to thank all of the wonderful people who took the time to comment on my previous stories. SPECIAL THANKS to Darla who rides every journey with me.
Why Had He Missed?

Vin stared out at the valley below him. It was well after midnight, but he had been unable to sleep. There was one thing playing on his mind that he just couldn’t put to rest. One thing he simply couldn’t understand.

Vin picked up a piece of grass and placed it been his teeth. His mind was in turmoil as he struggled to come to terms with the events of the day before.

Vin shook his head. Why had he missed? He’d had Ella Gaines in his sights. Hell, she’d been less than twelve feet away. The episode replayed in his mind for the hundredth time. Why had he missed?

He’d yelled to Chris to get down. Stupid bastard didn‘t listen!

He never missed. It was his livelihood. He was a sharpshooter! Why had he missed?

He’d seen Chris hit - the bullet spinning his best friend to the right.

He’d even been stationary - not on the run. An easy shot. Why had he missed?

Chris was lying there bleeding. How badly was he hurt?

Ella had paused on the horse. He had lifted his rifle and sighted her. Why had he missed?

Chris was on the ground at his feet. Was it a surface wound? Had the bullet done any serious damage?

It had been an essential shot. With it he could have achieved justice for Larabee. It was such a routine shot! Why had he missed?

Chris was hit. Bleeding. How bad?

He’d made much more difficult shots. Shots on the run. Shots from twenty times the distance. Why had he missed?

He couldn’t see Nathan. Chris was down. Laying on the ground bleeding!

Vin shook his head again. He’d been totally focused on that one shot, so why the hell had he missed?!

My explanation of why Vin missed.

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© Dec 2001 Aussie Lass : This relates only to the creative property in this story. The distinctive way the story unfolds, the specific dialogue and unique situations are mine. I acknowledge that some of the characters and settings belong to MGM and Trilogy Entertainment and thank them sincerely for turning a blind eye so I can borrow them. (g) No infrigement of copyright was intended and no profit has been made from this story... so, please don't sue me. It wouldn't be worth your while.

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