A/N: Hey all! Wow, I'm glad you guys enjoyed the last chapter. Sadly, this is another Sommy Chapter, but it's the last one of the fic, so yay:D I'm working on posting more to this fic. I'm updating with Chapters 16 and 17 because I honestly don't know how much time I'm going to have to update over the next couple of days. I hope you guys enjoy these posts and I'll try to update soon! Enjoy the posts and I look forward to seeing your reviews!
Chapter 16
Saturday Night
Sadie was dressed to kill in a black dress that hugged her curves in just the right places. It was low cut, but not too low to make her look like a hooker. Her blonde hair was carefully pulled up into a fancy twist, with a black shaw her grandmother made for her draped over her shoulders and wore a pair of 4 inch black stiletto dress heels. Her make up was light but it brought out her coloring. She was ready to make Tom Quincy drool and she was looking forward to it.
She was supposed to meet Tommy outside of LaMenstra at 7. He said he might be a couple minutes later, coming from G Major, but he'd be there shortly. She pulled her cellphone out of her handbag and saw it was a couple minutes until 7. She sighed and glanced at the line to get into the restaurant. It was literally packed and she had no clue how they were ever going to get inside. She leaned against the building and scanned traffic for a sign of the familiar viper. After about ten minutes, Sadie was about to call him and give the man a piece of her mind when he came jogging down the street. She smiled brightly at him.
"Hey, Sadie." He greeted, stopping before her and kissing her in welcome. Sadie enjoyed the kiss and was disappointed when he pulled quickly away. "Sorry I'm late," He said, and Sadie sighed.
"It's fine…just don't make it a habit, ok?" She said, and he nodded and wrapped his arm around her shoulders and led her to the door. "No hat or sunglasses?" Sadie inquired as they made their way to the bouncers.
"Not tonight…I pulled some strings." Tommy said, grinning cryptically at her. Tommy handed the man the tickets and several people squealed at the sight of Little Tommy Q. Sadie couldn't help but turn her head and lean further into him and grin at the admirers. Seconds later, she was led into the restaurant and it took her breath away.
When she was in Europe, she had been to some of the most romantic places in the world, but here, she was in utter awe. The place was dimly lit with crystal chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. There were no other lights, just sconces that hung on the walls with pure white candles burning away. It was definitely fancier than anything she had ever been to and she found herself feeling out of place.
The couple were led to a small table in the very back of the restaurant that was completely empty except for one small table which had a chandelier hanging directly above it and a menorah in the center of the table. Sadie gasped and Tommy smiled at her.
"I take it you like it?" He asked as he pulled out the closest chair and waited for Sadie to take her seat. He pushed the chair and in crossed to the other side of the table and sat down himself.
"This place is amazing!" She said, looking around at the room. Tommy did the same, only quicker and nodded in agreement. The couple glanced at the menu and Sadie noticed there were no prices listed on it; a great indicator as to how fancy this place really was, and tried to find something that didn't sound too expensive.
The waiter returned and Tommy ordered a bottle of wine for them and they placed their orders. The rest of dinner wasn't too eventful. The place was romantic and Sadie was loving every minute of it. They finished their meal, Tommy paid for the tab, careful not to let Sadie see the bill and they left the restaurant, talking of where they would go next. As they were crossing to the parking lot, Tommy's cell phone rang. Tommy glanced apologetically at Sadie and fished for his cell out of his suit pocket and frowned at the number.
"Sorry, I have to take this." Tommy said and answered the phone. Sadie sighed and Tommy handed her the keys to the Viper while he hung back to talk to whoever was on the other line. Sadie crossed to the Viper, unlocked the passenger door and got in. She put the keys in the ignition and flipped through the radio to find something good to listen to when her sister's voice filled the air. Sadie listened a moment and switched the station. She still couldn't get used to hearing her sister on the radio. It was surreal. Moments later, the car door opened and Tommy got in. He glanced at Sadie and sighed.
"I'm sorry, but I'm going to have to cancel tonight." He said, and waited for Sadie to blow up at him. Sadie stared at him, annoyance evident on her features.
"Fine, whatever." She said, crossing her arms across her chest and saying nothing to him.
"Sadie, I'm sorry, but Darius wants me back at the studio." Tommy's voice sounded sincere, but Sadie wasn't sure of his intentions.
"It's fine." She said, and sighed. "Work comes first, right?" She said, and Tommy wasn't lost on her bitter tone.
"I'll make it up to you," Tommy said, and leaned over and kissed her on the cheek. "I promise."
"You keep on saying that." Sadie said, shaking her head. Tommy didn't say anything and started the car. He drove Sadie home in silence and then drove back to the studio and to Jude.
Week Later
Tommy sat alone in the studio; it was a free moment between artists and he was reveling in the silence. He got up from his chair and stretched and headed to his office which he hadn't stepped a foot in in over a month. As he rounded the corner, he bumped into someone.
"Hey," A normally cheery voice said.
"Sadie, hey!" Tommy greeted and bent down to kiss her but Sadie leaned away.
"Can we talk?" She asked. Tommy looked momentarily taken aback and shook himself slightly.
"yeah, sure." Tommy said and led Sadie to his office. Once inside with the door closed, Sadie crossed her arms and faced him.
"Look, I know you and my sister are friends and have this working relationship no one else will ever understand, but"
"Sadie, there's nothing going on between me and Jude." Tommy interrupted, afraid of what Sadie was implicating.
"I know…I know nothing romantically is going on between you, but, come on Tommy! You jump every time she calls! You're always bending over backwards for her and it's not just because it's your job." Sadie said, and tears sprang to her eyes. "I knew going into this relationship you had issues about my sister, but I thought you got over those." She shook her head sadly.
"Sadie, it's not that…"
"Tommy, damn it! Be honest with me! I can't keep doing this! We have the best times when we're together, but you're always late or you're always canceling or cutting short. Why didn't you tell me the other night you were here with Jude?" Sadie asked, a single tear running down her face. Tommy hung his head and sighed.
"I didn't think it mattered." Tommy said, not able to meet Sadie's eyes.
"Of course it matters!" Sadie yelled, and she turned away from him a moment and turned back. "I can't keep doing this," She said, shaking her head.
"Sadie, there's nothing besides friendship between me and Jude."
"Then tell me you don't have feelings for her, romantically." Sadie said, and studied him carefully. Tommy didn't say anything for a long moment and he couldn't meet her eyes, ashamed with himself. Sadie nodded her head bitterly. "That's what I thought." She said, choking back a sob. "We're over." She said, and turned and ran out of the studio.
"Sadie!" Tommy yelled and went to go after her but was stopped by Darius. Tommy watched as Sadie left the building and didn't even hear what Darius was telling him.
