That Which Shapes A Man 2/13
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Title: That Which Shapes A Man
Author: mercsgoodgirl
Summary: Jayne returns to his home world for the funeral of his beloved younger brother. The solemn occasion forces him to confront early events that have shaped his life, in an effort to understand the true meaning of family and loyalty.
Rating: PG-15, for strong language, angst and violence
Characters: Crew, Jayne, Kaylee, ofc, omc
Pairing:Jayne/Kaylee
Warning: May disturb some sensitive readers.
Spoilers/Timeline: Just prior to "Those Left behind"; also, twenty-eight years previously.
Disclaimer: All belongs to Joss. Just one woman's take on the tale. No coin exchanged.
Word Count: 3,423
Author's Note: From the first time I watched Firefly, I wondered what circumstances might have shaped the character of Jayne Cobb, an exceptionally complex man. The given name "Jayne" was a common variant of "John" in Victorian England.This story emerged from the questions I asked.
Questions, thoughts and comments are sincerely appreciated. Thanks!
Sad news and hard times...
Previous chapter HERE. Cross-posted to
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