It really shouldnt be. Shed felt jealous, even if the jealousy had been repressed and taboo in a way that made it hard to identify or even acknowledge. "Mission accomplished" made me smile. He may not be perfect, may not even be perfect for her, but he was solid. Theyre eventually released and Pam escapes back to her desk, heart still beating hard in her chest. She knew better than anyone that it was so easy for Michael to get the wrong end of the stick about something, then just run rampant with it. And although he did genuinely like her a lot, in the half hour hed spent waiting around for her after she walked off and left him to stew in what hed just admitted, actually acknowledged out loud for once, Jim had fully reconciled himself to the prospect of them being over. He needed to say something. In fact, Ill just take this wagon, and the sales team will take care of it.. If you log in you can store your preference and never be asked again. , Last week marked the first theyd slept over at one anothers place. She was engaged, she didnt need options. Just the ones sitting next to me called Jim Halpert., Michael: "We have a strict no sick at work rule. Enjoy reading! 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. Maybe it was the bright smile that greeted him. Go home and get some sleep.". Like all the best things that happened in Pams life, it wasnt necessarily planned out or completely thought through either. Y-Yhheah, Ill take a message and have him call you back. Dont get her wrong, she had been deliriously happy when Roy had finally, very publicly, set a date. If youre actually serious about us, then out of respect for me, for us, actually, will you at least try?. Yeah, of course. She drops the act quickly however, as if it was tiring just to keep it up. I feel Pam staring at me, trying to fight a giggle. She clenched her jaw and caught her bottom lip between her teeth, nose twitching dangerously. Roy didnt She says it off-handedly, under her breath with her eyes cast downwards, as if she hadnt intended to bring it up but just couldnt quite hold it in. Hey, some people like them!. 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. She promptly moved it back with a quick trace of her fingertips back against her cheek, then tucking the hair behind her ear. The documentary crew picked up on that right from the beginning. You are the only person I know that likes them. And that once the initial confession was unleashed it ignited a fire that burned and told him that it was the moment to fight. It was an interesting thought, but one that eventually faded away in the lights and conviviality of Casino Night, and sitting across from her at that poker table. Things they had no way of being able to know before within the confines of platonic friendship conducted predominantly between the hours of 8:30am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. 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. Not to mention that she still couldnt get warmed up for the absolute life of her, and she would go and put her coat on if she didnt think that would come off a tad dramatic. Or: Jim has indefensible taste in music, and the butterfly effect sends a tornado through Season 2. "we could talk." Dont look like that! Yes! ", "So Jim, I heard you were sick," Michael said coming out of his office and looking at the younger man. I hear the preacher say speak now or forever hold your piece. He smiles to himself at the feeling, and knocks the pill back quickly with a mouthful of the oh-so-considerately prepared coffee so that he could pull her in closer to his side. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. She glanced up from her desk in a quiet moment once the office settled into its usual humdrum, eyes settling in their usual spot on the back of Jims neck. He watches with mild interest as she scrolls through her emails, expression heavy and tinged with red in the fluorescent glare coming from the monitor. The Office: The 10 Saddest Things About Jim - ScreenRant The Office (US) Relationship: Pam Beesly & Jim Halpert Characters: Jim Halpert Pam Beesly Michael Scott Dwight Schrute Andy Bernard Stanley Hudson Additional Tags: Hurt Jim Hurt/Comfort Angst and Hurt/Comfort concussion Jim Halpert sick Sick Character car crash Jim-centric Hospital Roy beats up Jim Language: Pam Stories - Wattpad I have no idea what youre talking about she retorts, managing a small smile for him that makes him glad hed chosen the casual, comedic route. He turns fully away though, stepping to the side and dipping his face into his elbow, expressing dropping to irritation once more. "Hachhew!" How much had Jim told her about them and what had happened last year? How to get a good woman. OR a one shot following Jim from the end of season 2 and most of season 3. Jims watery gaze meets her own, the opposition in hers now mirrored in his, and he grabs the packet of Claritin where it was forgotten on the bench, holding it up to her. Nothing, I I start, but Michael is already up and dancing around our clump of tables, headed toward his trusty steed; Dwight. I'm also doing an Office re-watch (guess we all need a little safety and comfort in our lives rn) and with each season, I desperately wish for Jim/Pam sick content to encapsulate eachphase of their relationship journey. Not to mention that she, Although a good hearty beet tea is obviously FAR superior in all respects, medicinal or otherwise, to whatever commercialised garbage you buy at the stores - we didnt have any to hand. Its just a rainy Tuesday at the end of January at a struggling paper supply company in Scranton, Pennsylvania; nobodys feeling the need to perform. Best friends generally had chemistry. ! Heres 4A! There were short breaths coming from inside. Its a speedy goodbye before she more or less slams the phone down, face falling as she twists away from the desk, fingers rushing to unball the tissue and clamp it over her nose and mouth. Trying to reconcile a Jim who looked physically unchanged from how he appeared at the start of the day but existed in her mind in a totally new light. Cared about. Packer Does The Office Pt. 1 - StoriesFromTheTV - The Office (US Language: English Words: 78,078 Chapters: 18 /18 88 Kudos: 318 Bookmarks: 55 Hits: 9029 pam. jim suggests, and ryan knows he's half-joking, but it's still terrifying to think about. Those feelings were real; still were very real. Her heart engages quicker than her brain and it knows full well who was behind this, but all the same she slides into her chair with a bitten-back smile and picks up the note sat next to it. It hurt, and it hurt badly. Ever the showman however Michael quickly righted himself, moving on and relenting to Dwights incessant offers to volunteer instead. Intuition and, It wasnt her fault, okay? She was freshly engaged, but he had no idea because she was waiting for her ring to be resized. Disclaimer: This Michael is shocked to discover that Holly's HR replacement is none other than the loathsome Toby Flenderson. 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. An uncomfortable thought crossedher mind that she would actually in some guilty way be glad to see him go. Part 6. - Dwight, But Pam knows Jims handwriting, and she knows that. 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. One door was closed. Healthy ecosystems all have a natural balance. His eyebrows furrowed with concern. Sure, she also felt some lingering awkwardness at having caused a bit of a scene over something relatively minor, but at the end of the day she actively chose not to do something she didnt want to do rather than sacrifice a piece of herself in order to please someone else. He just needed to forget tonight. By the time it was over and he was dropping her off at home Pam just really hadnt wanted it to end. If you take something important out of the ecosystem, that balance falls apart, and the consequences for its inhabitants can be disastrous.. Hey he spoke quietly, and she acknowledged him quickly before turning back to her computer screen. It was on the booze cruise. Pam Beesly/Jim Halpert - Works | Archive of Our Own She doesn't know why it isn't. Apparently not many because the best he could get was a pile of fast food napkins from the 7-Eleven nacho cheese stand. One way or another, 2006 was not going to be Karens year. See the opportunity as it arises, I guess. [UPDATE] I'm writing a one-shot sequel to this. Which was providing its own set of obstacles, one of which being Kevins insistence on uncovering them ever since Karen and Jims very loud, very public post-relationship debrief in the kitchen, and the fact that Karen took no time at all transferring the hell out of Scranton after what happened in New York. I can tell one of the camera interns has moved to my disappointed face. Any The Office (US) fics where Jim actually turns into a - reddit He makes a subtle eh gesture. Hed had girlfriends before, like Katy last year, and Pam could admit to herself now that shed wanted him back then as well. Y-Y, I have no idea what youre talking about she retorts, managing a small smile for him that makes him glad hed chosen the casual, comedic route. And so, as epically short-lived as it was, the Committee to Plan Parties was born and Pam actually ended up having a ball. 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. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. It is not easy for women to find a good man, and to be honest it is not easy for a man to find a good woman. All she knew for sure, was she could practically, Dont sneeze, dont sneeze, dont sneeze just a couple more minutes, think decidedly, Pam Greer! he exclaimed with a chortle , This is where shed normally give in and play along just to appease him, mainly in the hope that it would hurry things along to a point where they could get back to whatever it was they, For a brief second Pam faltered, and having caught the fall in her expression Jim looked like he was about to interject from across the room. They knew each other so well in so many respects, back-to-front like yesterdays newspaper in some cases, but things like this were a whole new hidden, inner world waiting to be discovered now that they were together for real. Theyre friends. Maybe its because the cameras arent here today that energy appears to be so low. he was treading on a tightrope within his own mind, petrified in the fear of falling, of feeling of being anything but what hed convinced himself was normal. She got up from her chair and made her way towards the kitchen, and Jims eyes discreetly followed her as she passed. Turns out she wanted to work things out. That didnt mean they werent going to still bold-facedly deny it, though. roommate of paper salesman jim halpert , hannah warden is hopelessly in love wi "Pauses, then says, you're my best friend. Her life had gone from this mass of chaos to nothing. Despite being a self-proclaimed artist, Pam Beesly's world almost always runs monochrome. Lets do the movie. All these feelings of jealousy and frustration (a little bit with her but overwhelming with himself and at the world) that he worked so hard to repress because at the end of the day she, It was then, as he was pulling into his driveway and killing the engine, that he realised he didnt like what he was turning into. Especially when it came to Pam. Deal Jim says quickly, wishing he could do more in that moment to help, or just like, do something at least. The update was lovely and so excited to hear of more caretaking fluff in the future. With everything that had happened between Pam and Jim it was almost impossible not to give into the nagging, pathetic urge to compare herself to Karen, no matter how destined she was to lose and come away feeling worse about herself every time. Theoffice Stories - Wattpad 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. She should be inside learning to embroider instead, but those are still her cookies. hhehEHTSSsshuh. His stomach sinks with the realisation as the whole weekend recontextualises itself in his head, and he moves closer to her, wanting to reach out but at the same time painfully aware of where they are. Jim had a crush on me on the booze cruise, or he told you about it on the booze cruise?. The Office ignores him, as usual. She looks away then, safe in the innate knowledge that hell go to the fridge, pull out both their lunches, and save her a seat at an empty table in the break room. ! Ugh, excuse mbe, sorry about that. Jim Halpert/Katy Moore; Pam Beesly; Jim Halpert; Michael Scott; Roy Anderson; Katy Moore; dyke!Jim; Bisexual Pam Beesly; Lesbian Jim Halpert; seasons 1&2 but if Jim were a dyke; Summary. It was just confusing, is all. Timeline-wise I'd place thiss2 entrypost-2x13/14 ('The Secret'/'The Carpet')but before 2x15 ('Boys and Girls'). It had already been getting kind of late, but in an impulsive moment that in the moment felt sort of like taking a running jump off a cliffs edge, she blurted out if he wanted to stay awhile and maybe watch a movie. Trying to break dance? Jim Halpert/Cathy Simms - Works | Archive of Our Own Hed said it more in resignation than actual disbelief or hope, the final word of a drowning man before he accepted his fate. Their fingers brush, like the two protagonists at the start of some cheesy romcom, but Jim cant deny the jolt he feels from the contact and how it does nothing to calm his already elevated heart rate. Pams eyebrows furrow and she sets the mugs down on the counter. Defeated Jim gathered his things and headed towards Pam, who was holding his coat.Hescheww! She looks up from the screen to shoot him a mock-glare and he meets her eye, briefly smirking before glancing at the clock, then turning back to his computer with a rumbling, sore-sounding cough directed into his fist. Believe it or not, I was trying not to wake you, Pam smirks, and briefly presses her lips to his skin. the office fanfiction jim saves pam. I look right at the camera. But wow, is that all you wanted in damages? Jims sick I format the page to seem like an actual order form. Maybe she was getting sick sick; her migraines sometimes acted as a pre-cursor for actual illness. Hope you enjoy! Apart from the odd text here and there, they really hadnt spoken much in general either. He flippedit open and scannedhis inbox. No camera crew. Hes fine, and shes teasing, but her doubt is just making him overthink it. Pam whispered into Jim's ear as she got up and walked out. She shakes her head with a laugh, You didnt have to do that. I'm sorry, I'm not feeling very well.. I start backing up, Dwight yelling some nonsense behind me. Pam remembered the day she was born a few years ago and Jim got the text about it at work. Jims dick twitched instantly. he doesnt want jim to see how red his face is, although hes sure jim notices; its too obvious not to. The rough, deeply masculine sound cuts harshly through the monotonous din of the environment around them, like throwing a rock into an utterly still body of water. 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. Ripping Angelas poster down in retaliation, the way shed masterfully bargained down the price of the rental on that industrial drinks dispenser, No; I dont think were going far enough. Okay, I knew this installment would be the most painful (tension and unsaid feelings-wise) and intricately woven yet, and you did not disappoint! Jim go home or you're fired," Dwight said and started packing up Jim's stuff.You cant fire me!Michael! Jim go home or i have to fire you! Michael repeated what Dwight threatened Jim a few seconds earlier. So Ive been rewatching The Office recently and have accidentally re-awoken my past hyperfixation on this show/this couple (honestly they're just a big comfort ship for me and it's what we need rn lol). 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. As her attention turns back to her screen to focus on whatever bullshit quota we had to meet that day, a small chunk of hair falls in front of her face, blocking part of her soft skin. Roy Anderson (David Denman) enters the office and tries to attack Jim Halpert (John Krasinski) for kissing Pam Beesly (Jenna Fischer), but Dwight Schrute (Rainn Wilson) subdues him with pepper spray.The pepper spray fumes also incidentally affect himself and others. See for yourself! He settled into the sport seat easily, trying not to look too hard at the moving street lights or hed barf. So here he was, back where he started. So he let her go instead, eyes following her all the way to the door until she was out of sight. Home s3 protocol vs https the office fanfiction jim saves pam. Trying to break dance? In season 2's "Email Surveillance", Jim hosts a part at his house, inviting everyone from work but Michael. Itd be practically volunteering herself. Takes part sometime after 3x23 The Job but before 4x01 Fun Run. Theres other, mbore effective, ways of getting vitambin C in than jelly beans, She looks at him like hes dumb. You call us any time that you want, well be here. Michael spun around and pointed her out excitedly, his sights clearly now locked onto her. It felt good. Besides the obvious reasons why her stomach may have sunk at the realisation, what hit her harder than expected was the realisation that she truly didnt know what was going on in Jims life anymore, and hadnt for the last few months. She certainly trusted Jims word more than his, anyway, and he said he was over it. How could it not be, with them both in her direct line of sight all day long? It wrenched out of him painfully and Betsy blessed him as he swivelledback towards the sink with a quick apology to wash his hands, sniffling thickly in the aftermath. Will they be each other's salvation, or each other's downfall? If you really really dont want to go, its never too late to stay she said cautiously, a hand drawing smooth strokes up and down his back. As soon as the words left his lips he already knew what her response was going to be, fear and apology briefly flashing in her eyes in equal measure. Pam. I know I should say something because we havent done a single productive thing in like a week. Nah, Im good he assures from above her, scrubbing his nose hard with a knuckle. It sounds crazy but she can tell hes smiling even with his back turned to her. It had been a long journey getting here, now was the time to just savour and enjoy it. tip: arthur merlin words>1000 sort:hits. ), Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings (2), Jim Halpert/Original Female Character (1), Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence (3), Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, Original Female Character/Original Male Character, Wherever You Find Love (It Feels Like Christmas), The rest of the office appears at some point, Warning: Not To Be Used As A Lifesaving Device, Five Things Jim Halpert Really Liked About Katy. Hed started playfully teasing her again, and cluing her in on his pranks (like that one at Oscars welcome back party last week. The migraine burnedbehind her eyes and her head feltlike it wascaught in a vice. She even couldve fully believed it, if not for the dark circles she couldnt help but notice under his eyes each morning three days running now, and the smiles he wore in the brief moments that they did speak that never quite reached his eyes. Her eyes narrowed and for a second she tried to decipher whether or not, Shed been doing that all day, and he couldnt help but notice others (particularly Angelas) pointed disdain and he felt annoyed on Pams behalf. Jim feels himself wince a little at how sick it sounds, and immediately feels bad. Today it was worse though, which meant she was only going to do it more. As always, thank-you so much for any and all feedback you guys leave, it really does motivate me to keep this thing pushin, lol. Pathetic to even yeah. A heartbroken Pam meets a heartbroken Dwight. She hadnt been able to wipe the smile off her face for the rest of the day. Shed still be, hands down, the most beautiful girl theyre likely to come across throughout the whole of their stay on the East coast. Or maybe something to do with how new this all still was? It wasnt her fault, okay? She had fallen into a pit of routine. She just wishes this was enough. You're perfect. Besides Jim. She rolls her eyes and heaves a heavy sniffle, but all the same her features settle back into a soft smile, teasing to match his own. But right now she really didnt want to get up and she really wasnt in the mood for whatever silly performance she was being dragged into against her will in front of, well the others. The Office: When Pam Met Jim By: Donnamour1969 My AU version of Pam and Jim's first meeting. Hes going to Philly for his cousins bachelor party in a couple days, hes been looking forward to it. The scene where Ryan gives Jim a warning due to behaviour in the workplace. That it wasnt good for anybody - him, or well anybody. this. loving someone fully always seemed so hard, so unattainable for him. But never bad.. An office fanfic in which Jim Halpert is a . hhuHEHTSHOO-. Please continue!! I start to strut outside with the wagon, headed towards the car with Pam already waiting in the passengers seat. A fanfiction incorporating the NBC sitcom The Office, and the known everyday life at Dunder Mifflin. His expression falls into one of clear irritation, though he fights through it valiantly as his fingers clatter across the keyboard. And Jim, well him and Pam have had a history.