In this chapter (and a few others) Tom sort of regrets his actions in the previous chapter. He also has a few decisions to make.
What will happen to his career if this got out? Is the baby his? Is it worth any fame damage if it is? Will he stay?
Does he choose fame over a baby that may or may not be his..? That's the big question at this point.
A knock at the office door wakes me. I didn't even know I had fallen asleep. On the job too. I turn to face.. Tom Hiddleston.
His piercing blue eyes meet my emerald. He's wearing a dark jacket and jeans. Grey shoes and his hair is a bit messy from the Cornish wind. "Hi."
"What do you want?"
He takes a step closer. I stand to face him. I try to look strong but clearly I'm still half asleep. "I wanted to apologise. I know it's now a week later. A Monday later but I got thinking and I treated you really badly when I found out about the baby." He takes my hand in his. "I'm sorry Isabella.. I was in shock. I've never thought I would ever be a father and now I possibly could be. I've always wanted it but because of work.. it's something I've thought about less."
"I understand. My work is quite hectic at times too but I couldn't imagine having to travel all around the world for it." That's when I smell it. What is that? Is that jam?
"I got thinking.. I may not be able to be there for you or the baby but I can come to scans. I'll work around my schedule and if it turns out to be mine then I'll pay my way. We do need to keep it quiet but you will never have to live without.. the baby will never have to live in want." Yes yes. Seriously what is that smell!
"Thanks.. what were you eating?"
His eyebrows furrow. "A jammy donut.. why?"
"God it smells so nice.. I think this might be one of my cravings now. I didn't even like jam before!" A wide smile spreads across his face as I fidget with my ring. "Have you got anymore?"
"Your in luck.. I happen to love jam." He reaches into his coat pulling out a bag with one donut left. He waves it in front of me. My eyes involuntarily following it. My brain is literally going into overdrive here. Just give me it! "I have one left but.. maybe I'll have it myself."
"No please?" I can feel my hands start to shake.
"Ok here!" He hands me the donut. I eat it. Oh how I eat it. I must look like a dog with it's favourite toy. "Just don't cry."
When I'm done I hug him. "Thank you!" I feel him respond. His arms wrapping tightly around me too. He's quite comfortable.
We pull back but I feel his hand wander towards my stomach. I meet his eyes. He needs to stop. Suddenly a cough at the door pulls us apart. I sit on the chair as Tom leans against the desk both of us now glancing at the door.
Aidan.
He's glaring at Tom. His face dark and brown eyes narrowed. He's wearing the weird costume again.. all while doing this facial expression. God he looks even hotter now. He moves forward. Slow steps but calculated. His narrowed eyes never leave Tom as he comes to stand beside my chair. "I heard you were here." Is that jealousy? This is the most excitement I've had in weeks. Come on guys!
Tom smirks. Standing to face Aidan. They both stand tall. Looking like they are almost challenging each other. "I came to apologise to Isabella over something. Why does that concern you?" Ok maybe I don't want them to come on.
Tom's tone of voice sounds dangerous. It's actually similar to the way Loki speaks. Maybe this will be fun. I lean back in my chair. Arms crossed.
Aidan lets out an empty laugh. "Your the one that made her cry last week." I stare at him. My mouth wide open. He glances down at me before focusing on Tom again. "I saw you going into your hotel room crying.. it's down the hall from me."
I look at Tom. He has a spark in his eyes. His fists clenched but suddenly his eyes widen as he looks between me and Aidan. "Your the other person. You could be the father." He glares at Aidan now before his eyes focus on me. They soften slightly. "I'll see you on the 9th of October." He storms out.
"Why did you let him touch you Bella?!" Aidan's pacing in front of me now as I lean against the desk. My back started to hurt sitting down.
"I couldn't exactly stop him.. and anyway it has nothing to do with you! We aren't together. Yes we may have a baby but you don't own me!" I start crying. Stupid hormones!
I close my eyes when his arms wrap around my waist. My own going around his neck. He's warm.. comfortable. "I'm sorry Bella.. I guess I just.. want this baby to be mine a bit too badly." He places his forehead against mine as I open my eyes again. Green meeting brown. I giggle. Probably nervous. I can smell mud coming from him. Must be from filming. "Would you like to go to dinner with me tonight?"
I pull back slightly. His words shocking me. Did he really just ask that? I didn't think he liked me in any way.. other than just a one night stand.. like Tom. "Since we are staying in the same hotel.. and you know my room, do you want to pick me up?"
"I'll be there at 7.. be ready.. both of you." Aidan places his hand on my flat belly. I can feel the tingle through my shirt. I can't help but smile at his face. That silly grin. The sparkle in his eyes and a glow surrounding him now.
Maybe my red dress is better. No it shows too much cleavage. Maybe the white. Too see through. Ok I'm sticking with the black. You can't go wrong with a little black dress. It's just above the knee. Not too tight.. even though I know in a few months I'll be complaining but it highlights my curves.. in a discreet but sophisticated way. Basically not too much cleavage or bum.
I take one last glance in the mirror, fixing my wavy hair into place before strolling out. My nude heels lightly tapping the floor as I meet a smiling Aidan at the door. He looks nice in a tux.
"Wow! You look.. stunning Bella." He kisses my hand before holding it tight as we meet the lift.
"Thank you Aidan. You scrub up well yourself." I grin at my own cheekiness. I'm meet with a soft laugh. God even his laugh is an Irish accent.. does that make sense? Basically it's hot too.
"Pregnancy suits you." A wide smile spreading across his face. Heat rises in my cheeks. I'm going to be a tomato by the end of tonight at this rate. "You just have that glow or something.. I know you said it was with being sick all day but.. it's a different glow. A beautiful glow and it suits you."
"Thanks.. I don't feel very pregnant right now. Maybe when I start looking like a whale it'll hit me. All I really have is the early symptoms but the leaflet the doctor give me says this is the worst trimester.. apart from labour obviously."
"I'll need to take a look at that leaflet."
We stop outside an Italian restaurant. I didn't even know they had these in Cornwall. "Is this dinner?"
"Yep! You'll love it." I can't help but nod. I absolutely love Italian food. Like love it! I haven't eat it in ages though so this is a welcome surprise. Oh please like this food little one.
"Thank you.. I love Italian food. We just need to make sure this little one likes it or mummy may be spending the night in the bathroom." I point at my belly before grinning. It feels weird saying mummy. Like it's a foreign word. Aidan just laughs before he opens the glass door, allowing me to go ahead. The strong garlic smell hitting me first. Yum!
Our first date.
In this I see Tom with a slight dark side. One he doesn't show to just anyone. Maybe it makes him a bit scared, pressured, jealous and hungry for fame. He also does have his prince charming side but I feel for this story his darker side is a bit more prominent in his attempt to be famous but not give up the fame for the chance of a family.. again this may be him being scared of what he will lose to be able to have a child with Isabella/Bella.
The big question really is will he choose fame over the baby?
Let me know what you think and again I am open to suggestions for any story ideas or one shot ideas. It can be related to any of my stories (a particular scene expanded or a spin off) or it can be something completely different!
I have replied to a few comments with a better description on AO3.
