She longed for his affection, to be present on his mind as he was in hers. She wanted to learn more about him, even if it meant putting together the pieces of the puzzle slowly. "It’s alright, I had lots of fun with your family all the same.” Please continue to talk she implored to no one in her mind. Shelby exceptionally well with a glass of champagne in one hand and the other wrapped around her husband’s arm. He was seizing her up in the same way she has seen him do before with business partners at eventful nights, filled with hidden rolling eyes from him and pleasant chatter done by his wife, as she played the role of Mrs. Should’ve been there, I’m sorry.“ When he stated this, she looked away from the paper to observe if he meant it or if he was just trying to appease her restless mind and heavy heart. A distant man who she only sees during meals and galas, if her presence was demanded. I don’t know If you recalled but it was played at our wedding.” What an unusual thing to tell her own husband. His voice sent goosebumps down her spine as he inquired, “Do you enjoy the song?” He needed to say something about that day, so he offered a simple request.
It was a fond memory which almost made her forget this was a marriage done for convenience. The dance was over and it was time for cake before he could reach her among the sea of guests who were undoubtedly invited for business purposes. Then he reappeared, always the spectator, witnessing his family’s antics and yet never partaking. Sweet John was more gentle, perhaps a little apprehensive, given her recent introduction to the family. She felt so dizzy that she didn’t think she’d be able to eat the cake that was shortly to be cut. He took her hand and began spinning her around the room, effectively disregarding the gentle music playing. It was a Shelby party, Arthur declared, rather loudly and inebriated, and it should be remembered as such. Despite the fact that the words “I give you the bride and groom” were pronounced, the eldest assumed leadership. Tommy was nowhere to be seen, having been summoned somewhere far off. It was their wedding song which they were unable to dance to. Moving papers around, he almost missed her timid smile.
Those are the titles she carries around since she married him.Ī quiet melody began to play, interrupting her thoughts, resonating with the two hearts in the room. The charity function at Arrow House would require a guest list.ĭutiful wife, delightful stepmother. She’d been given a simple task for her own peace of mind, since she’d grown weary with the lack of things to do around the residence. Her companionship emanated an exceptionally soothing effect, must be her calmed breathing as opposed to the man’s frustrated sighs.Ī murmur of the record player filled the quiet room, gifted by the sweet Ada who said “you could use some company since you married that stone cold brother of mine”, in a taunting but still playful way. She found herself writing on the other side of his desk, which was large enough for the both of them to work on their respective tasks, bathed in the coziness of the fireplace.
When she wrote, her paper would always be tilted, and she made almost no sound except for the pen on the paper. I dance as I’m falling ━ thomas shelby x fem!reader
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