Hes in deep, so much deeper than he realized, and he maybe sort of understands why Halpert fucked off to Connecticut. so well written! I am creating that better world, hope you enjoy! He clears his throat and sniffles, trying to recover quickly but with a certain degree of nonchalance. It felt good. She always hated when he did that; he never could just close a door gently or even with appropriate strength, always ended up ham-fistedly slamming the thing. Jims feelings about and around the infamous booze cruise episode. Sometimes it felt like with Jim Halpert by her side, she could face anything. Just with a little bit more. JIM! But the faint hint of a butterfly in her stomach persists, and she chances a glance his way. For example, like how Jim has habitual sneezing fits first thing in the morning when he wakes up. Its painful in the best possible way. Pam's fiance appeared, rather ungracefully, swaggering over to the reception desk and playfully punching Jim in the arm. Both of these are so well-written and I absolutely love your writing style. No, hes ndot in yet.. Says here he has a dentist appointment scheduled this mborning. You're perfect. Pam had considered broaching it, but shes just trying to decide how to do so without sounding clunky and weird. He isnt that guy. THIEF! I'm super proud of Pam for standing her ground and I love that you worked that into this because S3 is really Pam's season IMO. A closer look at Pams journey through the years. She glances at the door, then puts a comforting hand on his side. Pam takes longer than she probably needs to straightening herself out in the bathroom, taking the time to blow her nose in peace without feeling like she was being watched or judged, and tried one last ditch (but ultimately fruitless) attempt at calming her mess of curls into some semblance of control. When it came to dealing with Michaels, well, general personality the others seemed to know that Pam could be counted upon to just suck it up and take one for the team. What had started as a nagging tickle at the back of her throat all day yesterday that no amount of tea could manage to quash, had gradually over the course of the evening blossomed into what was undoubtedly the beginning of a cold, no matter how much she wanted to deny it to herself (proving to be swiftly impossible when shed sneezed no less than, Pam gravitated towards a chair at the end of a row that didnt have anyone already sat in it and gingerly produced one of her hidden tissues, her nose already proving problematic and starting to drip. He lookedhedgy, though his hand was rubbing her in such a way she identified would usually be comforting. Like theyd both unspokenly decided to let the rest of the conversation slide, for the sake of something. - ? Was he miming having a seizure? The basic premise of this little multi-part thing is "chronicling the jim/pam saga via vignettes, one per season, where one or the other is sick in each and how what's going on in each season affects how they interact with each other". He turns fully away though, stepping to the side and dipping his face into his elbow, expressing dropping to irritation once more. Her hands are inquisitive as they skim across the broad planes of his shoulders and settle on either side of his neck, almost subconsciously trying to bring him in closer and closer to her. It really shouldnt be. Like, hes genuinely excited to see her and it hasnt even been two days. Her hand finds his hair (and man shed been right about the bedhead, even with the neater, corporate cut), and she threads her fingers through the pleasurably soft but unfamiliarly too-short strands, as if the affectionate stroking would will it to grow back quicker. But she could just tell today was going to be a particularly long one, if how exhausted she already felt was any indication. Though it makes Jims chest ache in a way that would have him questioning if, Part of Jim couldnt quite believe it; the irritating little corner of his brain hes grown increasingly accustomed to over the years, the one that argues that, Jim just bites his tongue, unsure if he can come up with anything in response that would sound tactful and not in some way more annoyed than he was entitled to be. starting with Jims side of the story leading up to the original ending, and then following Jim and Pam, their kids, and their life in Paris. So fuck it right? Oh my God. tip: "sherlock (tv)" m/m NOT "sherlock holmes/john watson", Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings (15), Jim Halpert/Original Female Character (3), Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence (6), Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, Original Female Character/Original Male Character, Dwight being a little dumb but he means well, Pam explaining love to Dwight like he's eight, Canon compliant because some scenes are exactly the same, the evolution of a paper salesman and a receptionist, excessive mentions of mid to late 2000s popular alt music, better decision-making but still pretty bad, The Addict, The Beer Truck, His Sister and Her Dilemma: A Deleted Scene, Alternate Universe - Creatures & Monsters, Michael Being Inappropriate and Socially Unaware, eyes shut to life, i just traced it (once we met, i stopped fakin), there's a universe where "i got goosebumps" sparks something more and this is it. Pams eyebrows furrow and she sets the mugs down on the counter. Roy smiledobliviously and squeezed her thigh over the top of the blankets, before getting up to quickly change his shirt before heading out. Im kind of nervous, I guess. She studies his face wordlessly for a long few seconds, eyes narrow in skepticism, and he tries to keep his expression as neutral as he can. If Michael or Dwight said something inappropriate or borderline sociopathic, they knew that at the very least Jim would notice the wrongness of it all. Jim started scanning the stalls looking for Pam. There were sounds coming from inside. Theyll always be friends. Pam looked and acted like a timid receptionist. Mainly angst. Warm. Maybe he's gone so far as to block her number. Now she just felt like an outsider peering through a window into Jims cool, evolved new life and it felt wrong and uncomfortable. To take Pams mind off Jim, Dwight invites her to Schrute Farms, where she gets to find out more about Dwight, including how hes still not over Angela. Hes thrown an old hoodie on and is holding a handful of tissues to his face, a wavering expression telling her hes not quite done yet. Dad and the guys are out tossing a ball around with Vanessa and Dylan. Like holding his arm during an early morning Michael meeting. He shoots him dirty looks when he walks in on him leaning over Pams desk, chatting before they head out. Beesly, do you honestly think I would kiss you if I thought I was getting sick?. Just another day for Jan and Michael and their two littles, Jim and Ryan. And for Pam, the ways of love are about to be made clear. Theres some Dayquil in the upstairs bathroom, lemme just go grab it for you, you can take it with you-. She turnedback into her pillow as she heardthe front door slam closed, making her wince. Jim has a car accident Being able to keep that up. That seemed like a plausible order. It was one that came to him often, but that particular day it was too compelling just to sit on and repress like it was some far-away notion that wasnt actually going to happen, like he usually did. The Office vibes were off before Cat arrived and she's certainly made an impression Dwight is invited to a radio talk show and is interviewed about his job as regional manager at Dunder Mifflin long after the last events of The Office. Hed been feeling kind of guilty, getting involved with Karen when he knew he wasnt completely over what happened with Pam, no matter how much he wanted to try. Boring, maybe; eventful in all the wrong ways, maybe. They always turned to, In the years since they'd met he'd noticed a whole lot about her. The client must keep talking, as its a few more seconds before Jim responds again, cryptically, with a huff of laughter, Yeah, I should be so lucky. He makes sure to stand, No, hes ndot in yet.. Says here he has a dentist appointment scheduled this mborning. Or maybe it was the stroking. After all, he couldnt help it. I love that you can see what drives them both, and the pacing of these vignettes is amazing. I get a message on my computer. A/N: Hey! It was just confusing, is all. Pam was finding her feet within the whole dynamic. And so, as epically short-lived as it was, the Committee to Plan Parties was born and Pam actually ended up having a ball. I can tell one of the camera interns has moved to my disappointed face. Her eyebrows furrow, and her fingertips start drawing faint lines up and down his bare side. Its like Michael wants the death of our brain cells and the wasting of precious minutes that could be spent on building a future for our children. That didnt mean they werent going to still bold-facedly deny it, though. He starts getting this fire in his eyes and a hint of his infamous mischievous smile. I look right at the camera. She was wary at its presence though; that avenue of thought seemed heavily guarded and scattered with warning signs of certain guilt were she to actually venture down it because it was the one where Jim dared to be an option. Just call me if you need anything, right babe?. Maybe Dwight took them for Michael? But at least back then shed at least been his friend and been privy to that information as things were developing. The documentary crew picked up on that right from the beginning. Intuition and talent, Halpert. She swivels back around with a sad sniffle, tucking the tissue up into her cardigan sleeve. 2. She barely cooked anymore, settling on takeout after a long day of dealing with customers and her boss (who still lived in the medieval age based on his sexist remarks). It sounded silly; a grown woman being proud of herself for being able to stand up for herself and simply say no to somebody. Maybe at the start Pam felt a little bit awkward around her, and intentionally avoided situations where theyd be left alone together with the possibility of a one-on-one conversation. The process of learning how to navigate this change in their dynamic, the extra added level. Work Search: He really didnt think he was, truly, but the more she made him say it the more he felt the urge to question himself. Would he get up to go make the coffee or jump in the shower first and give her five more minutes, or would she be the one having to trail him out of bed? So that would be around the time you had your nose broken by a basketball to the face those two separate times?. After a couple of beats they continued course though, and she feltthe bed dip beside her. Besides Jim. Her hair laid back loosely, parted just enough to let everyone see her pretty face. His eyes follow Pam as she leaves, and hes infinitely glad he does when she turns back around just as she reaches the doorframe, one more silent note of communication passing between them in her small, bitten-back smile. Can I interest you in some goodies? Michael asks. hehh hHKIHSSHuh!. She looks like shes struggling, her voice wavering a little as she tries to get the words out and get off the phone as quickly (but politely) as possible. People who were strong, assertive, brave and confident in a way that she never saw herself as being but that shed always attributed to him. ", "So Jim, I heard you were sick," Michael said coming out of his office and looking at the younger man. Jim concedes and pushes himself out of his chair, Pams eyes lingering on him again as he leaves, following as he appears to duck into his elbow with another tightly stifled sneeze, before going to the sink in the kitchen and washing his hands like the considerate person he is. She succeeds at a little more than that. Oh. But he's in for even more of a shock when he realizes why T just some (hopefully) short stories of Darryl and Andy being adorable together Cause c'mon! theoffice # 6 Happens Like That - Jim Halpert by Melissa 38.4K 850 10 Jim Halpert and Melissa Ford have been best friends since he started at Dunder Mifflin in 1999. If you have any ideas feel free to write them in the comments! Summary: Kelly loves Ryan. What you dont look like is someone whos got everything going for them right now, which you do as far as we know she said tenderly, silently imploring him to open up to her. Surprisingly, after a bit of trial and error in the random button-pushing department it certainly sounds like its working, and so shes on her tiptoes, triumphantly hunting in the cupboards for mugs when she hears Jim before she necessarily sees him entering the room behind her. Much thanks to the wonderful writers of this show that made us laugh and cry for many years. It felt invigorating, actually. (or: the 3 things about himself that ryan refuses to question, and the 1 time he did.). ta petro employee handbook. Pam, Dwight and company scramble to uncover what happened to Jim, while Jim engages in mind games with his reluctant but unstable captor in hopes of being found alive. she said and helped him into his jacket.He shot Pam a smirk as he grabbed a couple of tissues. He heard a noise sounding like a moan - and it hit him. Thatd be appropriate; karma even, for doing wrong by pretty much everyone in her life. Jims concerns are vindicated no less than ten seconds after he gets into work the next morning and she very clearly has a cold. Not everything the documentary crew captured made it on screen. Synopsis. She never looked at him like that, never so closed devoid of emotion or expression or, Jim disregards how her hands, soft and welcoming and begging to be held just a little longer, linger in the palm of his own where they so perfectly fit as he begins to pull away. Great idea, right?, Michael, you need to give those back, suggests Angela from the back. Only because of how genuine the remorse shone in his eyes (God he actually looks stricken), Pam takes pity and huffs out a humourless laugh, crossing the room to join him. Jim cleared his throat to keep down the automatic moan his drunk horny body threatened to let escape. Despite his denial apparently mothers do, in fact, know best because not even 24 hours later hes sitting in his car, on the highway, wrapped up in two layers, a hoodie and a scarf in what was a seasonably warm May mid-morning. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Jim just shoots her a questioning glance, and all of a sudden shes very distracted by whatever is displayed on her computer screen and so doesnt meet his eye. Wonderfully written and as someone who's on season 3 of a re watch of the series myself I thought it was wonderful! "Yeah, of course. Pam just didnt know where she stood. Title comes from an extremely underappreciated song by Gordon Lightfoot. Trust me, I have been as well! hhHEHSSSCHuh. Kind of. He's stealth at work except for Jim and Pam they know and they also know he's gay. Usually it was comforting to wake up on the couch after falling asleep there, but this just felt empty. If this thing has a time limit, hes decided hes going to milk every last bit of it while it lasts, even if time edging ever-closer to their wedding date felt like a personal death march. Receptionitis15: Lucky for you there is absolutely nothing else going on here so Ive made it my personal mission to see to it that you are thoroughly blessed. But he just couldn't help it when she was around. Jim and Pam hung up their phones as Pam erupted into laughter after seeing Dwight sweep everything off of Michael's desk, practically throw a chair from the corner on top, climb up on that and began taking ceiling tiles out, with what looked like an attempt to crawl into the ceiling. In both getting to know Karen more and striking up what felt like it could be a real friendship, and in terms of setting out to accomplish something and it turning out amazing. absolutely looove this! But never bad.. An office fanfic in which Jim Halpert is a . The walls were bare and bore no indication of anyone having lived here, no assortment of clutter items sitting around that served to differentiatea house from a home. Jim H: Alright, all I can say is, pack up your stuff. Im so excited for the next installment, season 3 is so rife with tension! Apparently not many because the best he could get was a pile of fast food napkins from the 7-Eleven nacho cheese stand. I start to strut outside with the wagon, headed towards the car with Pam already waiting in the passengers seat. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. I honestly dont know why I do it. Also the way she comes to adamant defense of his nose, the fact that he's self-deprecating about it and the fact that she disagrees feels so in character. Jim x Reader x Dwight Hey Pammy, you awake? Roy asked cautiously, half under his breath. Why does Jim think thats, like, hopelessly cute? He's in deep, so much deeper than he realized, and he maybe sort of understands why Halpert fucked off to Connecticut. Pathetic to even yeah. "Hey Michael, we need to call a meeting." Jim told him. Want to meet eligible single man who share your zest for life? This is so lovely. this but lesbian jim because this tag desperately needs more content:')casino night but with useless desi lesbian "jaya"/jim and a sh*t ton of angst and mutual yearning. Had he told her anything at all? hH-huh? Bless you. God, she sounded sick, If youre actually serious about us, then out of respect for me, for, Honestly, Jim assumed she was going to break up with him. Alright, now youre gettin it. I am your boss and I will not take no for an answer! Why should you have to do all clean-up, right?. This is a fanfiction for the Office. Every ounce of excitement and joy, and adventure in her life was gone. Like a balm for the heartache. Like over priced cologne and real leather. Pam nods, then looks up at him, seemingly contemplative. (also damn, love your spellings.) A cold open set late Season 3. He loves staring at her beautiful face. So yeah, Jim noticed things. What do dinner with a tyrant, near parking lot brawls, a missing turkey, and two unhinged littles add up to? All he knew was that his heart stopped within five seconds of meeting her. Eventually though, after a beat or two his expression crumples again and he- huhEGXTshuh, chased by a sad, resounding snuffle as he brings the phone back to his ear, blinking hard against the moisture pooling in his eyes. At least it was, Getting caught by her red-handed during Michaels day of supposed conflict resolution was the final straw though. Hed said it more in resignation than actual disbelief or hope, the final word of a drowning man before he accepted his fate. I'vedecided to write and post this fic in separate parts because I want to write each season as I get to/experience them in my rewatch (so I've just finished s1 and Im at the very start of s2) but heres part one! So yeah, they were all on good terms. Also, its summer and Scrantons having an unusually warm season. Jims gaze trails over to the window, taking stock of how gorgeously bright the sun is shining. Uh, no thanks; Im good she replied lightly, without her eyes ever leaving the screen. You know that. Now that a camera crew is following the employees around so they can film. Thank you for sharing~! For a long time Roy had actually been quite cool with he and Pams friendship, which Jim always considered to be one of the only redeeming qualities he had going for him, because not a lot of guys would be. Neither of us speaks on the car ride home. You could try actually doing your job. Because people actually did call, all day. [UPDATE] Im writing a one-shot sequel to this. it was a miserable, never-ending walk. Or maybe it was the stroking. Theres something about his demeanour that strikes her as odd though and Pams about to question him further, only is distracted for a second by how close his body is to hers, a little bare strip of his belly just visible as he strains to reach, and she easily gives into the urge to loop her arms around his waist as he fiddles with the box. Jims instantly flooded with guilt. Yet here he was and there was only one other person in the office and it was the sexy receptionist Pam. I think theres a new , Is it weird that 36 hours feels like a long time to be without someone? NebulaSeptember 25, 2020 in Fanfiction. His eyebrows furrowed with concern. Just, ya know, dont do it all the time. I just barely make it into the drivers seat and lock the doors before I see Dwight pounding on the windows. it seems really quiet in here.". Best friends knew an abundance of seemingly useless information about each other that makes you feel truly known. Your writing is spectacular and feels so right for them in Season 1--the way Pam can't help but play along with Jim despite how miserable she feels, her sad defense of Roy's shitty behavior, the tentativeness Jim feels at expressing his concern for her/distaste for Roy and the lighthearted teasing he uses to cover it it's lovely and I'm so excited for more! Jims momentarily overwhelmed in the moment, feeling a sudden weight in the wording of the playful teasing. Jim took a deep breath and let it out slowly, and Betsy can see his momentary deliberation, before painfully swallowing back the lump in his throat. He shoots him dirty looks when he walks in on him leaning over Pams desk, chatting before they head out. Suddenly, Pams previous line of thought comes rushing back to her. I would also just like to say a huge thank-you if you've left a comment or any feedback/support, it's been so so encouraging and you're all beyond lovely. Its Saturday), Pam eventually manages to untangle herself from his sleepy hold and pull herself out of bed, despite his groan of disapproval. If the sneezes hadnt sounded so heavy and irritated, then the little groan that follows them wouldve told him all he needed to know about how she was feeling. The buzz of noise and merriment emanating from the direction of the warehouse pierced the edge of his consciousness but the event might as well have been a million miles away. She was, At lunch the other day hed even called her , So yeah, they were all on good terms. I'm curious to see if you'll switch the cold victim so it's every other season or just go with what feels right for that period in their lives, but either way I am absolutely along for the ride. Oh man, that last one must have scratched up her throat or something, as she followed it with a soft groan, one which reverberated painfully in his own chest. Something in the way hes holding his shoulders. I dont know? By Like she should really be at home in bed rather than dragging herself here to answer phones and babysit Michael. Hopefully, Ill strike gold and get Pam away to sleep peacefully at home while the kids are still at school. In fact youll thank me after-. Jim disregards how her hands, soft and welcoming and begging to be held just a little longer, linger in the palm of his own where they so perfectly fit as he begins to pull away. Maybe it was the giggle being hidden by a dainty hand. She had tried not to feel disappointed as shed retreated from the kitchen and slunk back to her desk that day, nor question why exactly she ultimatelydidfeel disappointed. the office fanfiction jim saves pam. She even remembered sneaking onto his computer while he was in the bathroom and changing his IM name to UncleJim. Christmas is a special time of caring. This story starts during the Lecture Circuit episodes where Jim and Dwight have to plan Kelly's bday together. hehTISSSHuh! that had to happen The prospect of what they had wasnt enough. When Jim comes back from lunch alone, Pam having excused herself to quickly go to the bathroom and hopefully get back before Dwight started threatening to dock minutes off of personal time off, the sight of his desk gives him pause. She could feel herself missing him when he wasnt even gone yet. She was just excited at the prospect of knowing even more about him. I love it and I just want more Lots lots more, lol. Facebook. At least it was some sort of alternative to masochistically forcing himself to sit through the wedding in order to support her, or be a good friend, as awful and pathetic as it felt to not be able to. ( Also big massive shout out to Zwee who's been a blast to talk to/bounce ideas off for the last couple of days! Shed also suddenly started getting a lot more openly affectionate and touchy-feely with Jim in the office when shed never really seemed like the type that went for that before. "you could show me," jim says, his voice becoming eerily serious. Maybe riding home with Ryan wasn't a good idea after all. Or maybe they were, and just existed in the very worst, ugliest part of his psyche thats hidden away in a box somewhere. Jim and Pam - "How to save a life" added by bwright. This man actually took these cookies from some poor Girl Scout. Though he doesnt quite get the chance before the gear shifts and Pams the one cutting Michael off. I was never happy with how Toby's story ended, so I wanted to give him a happier life. The orange juice thats in the fridge?. Indeed, for those who've tried and failed to find the right man offline, footing can provide. Theyd gone on a few dates in and around the time Jim got back from his interview in New York for the corporate position, before settling into this natural rhythm of companionship quickly after. Dont look like that! She bither lip and musteredout a weak Sure, have fun. We should be able to get that s-shhipmbent out. My (canon-compliant) take on Pam and Jim's journey through Season 3, beginning with "The Merger." Go home and get some sleep.". He looks across at her in exaggerated disbelief, and she shrugs. You understand and express their internal monologues so wellPams rationalizing of her feelings for Jim and her heart wrenching thoughts about why shes destined to be with Roy. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. She lived with another woman her age and a long haired Persian with only one eye. Hes in love with her and she at the very least has feelings for him too. But at the end of the day she said no. this. I can't praise you enough, seriously. Are, Jim narrowed his eyes in doubt. Does what it says on the tin. And you knew what is, he is in love." Her hands are inquisitive as they skim across the broad planes of his shoulders and settle on either side of his neck, almost subconsciously trying to bring him in closer and, I never knew you had allergies she challenges, crossing her arms in a way that, Now that hes asserted to her that this is, Pam suddenly looks up at him, so deadpan hes kind of impressed how she shifted so quickly. Its loud; they have been all day. Will Jim be able to resist the temptation of Cathy? You call us any time that you want, well be here. The Office ignores him, as usual. I look at Pam who shares the same confused look like me, and she shrugs and goes back to work. If you're sick, go home," Dwight said in a stern voice as he examined him for more signs of illness. And loud/noticeable enough about it all to attract unwanted attention. Years of desire and yearning were silently communicated back and forth in their kiss, and he even afterwards he could still feel the burning sear of her hands on the back of his neck, his chest, and the palms of his hands (he doesnt know it yet, but hell feel it for days after). -that timbe of year, yeah. Being an HR Rep has its own set of challenges. Maybe they could salvage some sort of friendship if he wasnt around every day to watch her being his wife. # 2. Changing gears, Jims expression softens. David Wallace x OFC ! All rights go to the cr A fanfiction incorporating the NBC sitcom The Office, and the known everyday life at Dunder Mifflin.
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