the office fanfiction jim saves pam

Itpicks up all the little glances and body language assertions and unspoken intricacies of the JimPamKaren fabric that is Season 3. He flippedit open and scannedhis inbox. (Uploaded by Punk, from iamsab. So this fic is perfect and I absolutely can't wait to see where it goes. "you got any music? God, he was stupid. video. Her hair laid back loosely, parted just enough to let everyone see her pretty face. So today, she didnt feel she was doing anything wrong, and reasoned that it was natural to feel sorry for and want to take care of your best friend when its their turn being struck down by a clearly awful cold that was making its way around the office. The prospect of what they had wasnt enough. We've talked before about how Karen is kind of a maligned character, but she is perfectly expressed in this--a deep, intelligent, driven person who approaches her situation with logic but also hope and willingness to ask for what she needs--such a great foil for Pam in this moment. It's so in character for both of them, and I just love how you captured their dynamic and their internal conflicts. Her eyes light up as the ideas for requests start rolling in Ooh - throat candy too. In a better world, Michael would still be manager and the office would be going on today. Yet here he was and there was only one other person in the office and it was the sexy receptionist Pam. And then further back, to what sparked all of this. Sometimes it felt like with Jim Halpert by her side, she could face anything. In different places and different times, Pam meets Jim, and these meetings change both their lives. Jim was poised, ready to get up to go and covertly try and check on her when Roy lumbers into the room to walk her out. Especially when shed done nothing wrong, was genuinely trying to get involved, and actually had some pretty fun new ideas for the party. You wanna tell me what that was about? He whispered, clicking the small lone lightbulb on and squinting in the dull light. it seems really quiet in here.". Ripping Angelas poster down in retaliation, the way shed masterfully bargained down the price of the rental on that industrial drinks dispenser, Of course Karen was physically gorgeous, and clearly clever and good at her job, that was obvious from the get-go. Karens arm was looped loosely around Jims and she was holding his bicep. Then, as Dwights grip gets a little too firm, I pull away, use my two fingers to direct them at my eyes, then to Dwight, signaling to him: Its on. Work Search: It was scheduled for this Saturday and Jim had gotten an invite, Pam hadnt. She glances at the door, then puts a comforting hand on his side. She certainly trusted Jims word more than his, anyway, and he said he was over it. Post-season 2 AU. Hed had girlfriends before, like Katy last year, and Pam could admit to herself now that shed wanted him back then as well. My (canon-compliant) take on Pam and Jim's journey through Season 3, beginning with "The Merger." The Other Pam Chapter 1, an office fanfic | FanFiction She looked like she was just holding it together; her nose, shiny and red, buried in a handful of tissues and the corners of her eyes damp from the overspilling of irritated tears. Apparently it is a thing, though. Giving into an urge, Jim reaches out and tucks an errant lock of hair behind her ear. Just like they fall into, well, Her eyes light up as the ideas for requests start. I honestly dont know why I do it. Its all just dreary, conveyor belt gray. Was it because they were kind of sneaking around? 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. Hed felt kind of miserable all day. Woah, Michael, are these for us? with bits of pam-centric as a treat He can't sleep once he gets home, sprawling out on the couch and flicking through late night TV, instead. But the faint hint of a butterfly in her stomach persists, and she chances a glance his way. I look up, Ive been so focused on my prank that I didnt even notice that Pam has slipped away. The Jim/Katy breakup and lots of angst. He may not be perfect, may not even be perfect for her, but he was solid. Shed felt jealous, even if the jealousy had been repressed and taboo in a way that made it hard to identify or even acknowledge. N-Ndo, Michael I- she tried to argue, though her voice came out weaker than even she would have liked. How I imagine an office birthday party for Pam would go maybe with less car sex. Her head shifts a little as his chest seizes under it, and it may have taken a drowsy moment but she suddenly realises why shes now awake. Evelyn Takahashi has no idea how she got to Scranton, Pennsylvania. Some gross, blackcurrant flavoured lozenges - no problem, She squeaked in indignance. Like she should really be at home in bed rather than dragging herself here to answer phones and babysit Michael. Later, after briefly falling back to sleep wrapped up in each other for a little while longer (because why not? roommate of paper salesman jim halpert , hannah warden is hopelessly in love wi "Pauses, then says, you're my best friend. . Pam calls it off with Roy. Theyre friends. Now, back in the present though, the air around them in the empty bullpen is heavy with tension and a weird sort of relief that every was laid out and fully aired in the open. By the time it was over and he was dropping her off at home Pam just really hadnt wanted it to end. I tried extra hard to forge some random signatures at the bottom of the documents. Some vague sense of muscle memory twitched in his legs and was about to guide him upwards and towards reception, only a certain promise made to Karen in the dark of her bedroom at 2am, in the aftermath of one of their great talks, rang in his ears and held him in place. It was awful! "Did Dwight tell you that?" Sobbing in the hallway at work and being caught doing so by Dwight (thank God it hadnt been Jim) certainly wasnt Pams finest moment, and it was the type of activity she usually saved for when she was alone in the comforting darkness of her bedroom, and probably over half a bottle of wine deep and feeling particularly sorry for herself. Ryan takes his desk. He blinked slowly, fighting against the urge to turn around. Of course, Im faking. In season 2's "Email Surveillance", Jim hosts a part at his house, inviting everyone from work but Michael. Couple of one shots (whump) of Jim Halpert. That was that. A closer look at Pams journey through the years. It was never a bad day when Pam was around. The scene where Ryan gives Jim a warning due to behaviour in the workplace. After accidentally giving Kelly the wrong signals, she kisses him. Theoffice Stories - Wattpad I smile and say, Done! Dwight shoots me a glare. I don't watch the show but I love how the characters are portrayed here. She had fallen into a pit of routine. wild what repression will do to ya, mild references to rehab/addiction in passing, Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, slight au in that i completely fucking forgot about katy while i was writing this. It was like second-hand happiness, and it carried them both through right to the end of the day so effectively it completely clouded any memory she may have had about whatever Michael or Dwight had been doing. Can I interest you in some goodies? Michael asks. Both of these are so well-written and I absolutely love your writing style. Though it makes Jims chest ache in a way that would have him questioning if he was getting sick if the pain wasnt so freakin commonplace at this point. Bless you She shakes her head with a hint of a chuckle, the daze begins to clear. By the end of the day she looked like she could fall asleep at her desk at any minute, her head propped up on her hand and her eyes staring blearily at the screen, heavy-lidded and threatening to flutter closed. She always hated when he did that; he never could just close a door, Emotion rising in her chest, Pam leanedup and grabbedher phone off the bedside table. Timeline-wise I'd place thiss2 entrypost-2x13/14 ('The Secret'/'The Carpet')but before 2x15 ('Boys and Girls'). And for Pam, the ways of love are about to be made clear. Changing gears, Jims expression softens. Home s3 protocol vs https the office fanfiction jim saves pam. It felt good. I want soup too, then. See the opportunity as it arises, I guess. At lunch the other day hed even called her Beesly again for the first time since getting back, in that silly, affectionate way that always made her feel a little bit special. She nods at from behind her screen. But these little Jim-isms niggled at her. His hand sneaks sideways towards the dish of jellybeans, and Pam looks up again, eyebrows furrowed. This story starts during the Lecture Circuit episodes where Jim and Dwight have to plan Kelly's bday together. It was just confusing, is all. really couldve done without the sexual harassment, though., (or, ryan wins 'hottest in the office'. tip: "uchiha sasuke/uzumaki naruto" angst kudos>10, Choose Not To Use Archive Warnings, No Archive Warnings Apply, Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings (162), Pam Beesly/Jim Halpert/Dwight Schrute (19), Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence (39), A Snippet Of What It's Like To Do What You Want, Sometimes, Skillet With Cheese (Store #201, Scranton, PA, 2005), Nicholas "Nick" Nelson/Charles "Charlie" Spring, ryan and kelly are truly mlm/wlw solidarity, takes place before throughout and after canon, ryan is in a constant state of mental anguish. As he turns his back to absorb the information Ive written, I sprint off, pulling the wagon, rush out the door, and escape in the elevator. Warm. Hed had girlfriends before, like Katy last year, and Pam could admit to herself now that shed wanted him back then as well. Jim is Gone! Jim wasn't sure how long this had been going on since he just got back from his lunch break, but he assumed it had been a while from the look on everyone's face as he walked back in the office. She was freshly engaged, but he had no idea because she was waiting for her ring to be resized. Ill print it for you, and before I even click Print he is off to the printer to inspect them. Something's got to give. Evelyn Takahashi has no idea how she got to Scranton, Pennsylvania. I recently began rewatching The Office again as well and always get warm fuzzies from Jim and Pam. Which is why she was so confused at this sudden, seemingly overnight, shift in Karens mood whereby she seemed not distant towards her, not even unpleasant, but definitely more guarded. He calledin sick both Monday and Tuesday, dialling Tobys extension directly rather than the main reception line. I format the page to seem like an actual order form. Jim had made his peace with the idea of them being over by the time she strode back in, back straight, with intent in her eyes, beckoning him to grab his stuff and follow her out. Her chest felt lighter (ironically, given her current circumstances) and that would have to learn to be enough in itself. Something in the way hes holding his shoulders. I feel Pam staring at me, trying to fight a giggle. Michael is probably going to go into his office and start on some other ridiculous project. She clenched her jaw and caught her bottom lip between her teeth, nose twitching dangerously. He says it with his eyes, and suddenly the break room like it could have been a million miles away from all of their annoying, potentially interfering co-workers that theyre trying to hide from. jim suggests, and ryan knows he's half-joking, but it's still terrifying to think about. He looks across at her in exaggerated disbelief, and she shrugs. Youll get there eventually. Cared about. So I suppose this will have to do. 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 eight times just getting ready that morning). Just the idea that he has absolutely no idea he'sfought offa cold until he sees it reflected back, a million times worse thanks to her lacking immune system, is lovely. Jim's plan: get close enough to Pam to offer a pair of comforting arms when she gets scared. I can this was staged beforehand as some effort to grab the Offices attention, I have been particularly inclined today to investigate why my beets were found half eaten in the kitchenette, which he shoots me a look it wasnt me this time, probably Creed but I guess I can spare a bit of my precious time to have a gander at your goodies.. Ryan and Jim have been put in charge of the holiday festivities for the office. But he just couldn't help it when she was around. I must really be drunk. I never knew you had allergies she challenges, crossing her arms in a way that would look combative if a teasing smirk didnt seem to be playing at the corner of her lips. When she arrives back at her desk, however, focused on nothing more than simply making it through the rest of the day she does a double-take. Michaels voice, usually loud but especially so when he was trying to rouse them into something, chiselled into Pams brain like a jackhammer and she couldnt help but wince. I wont have you guys, the family, or my friends he trails off, realising hes rambling and that his half-truthful response probably sounds quite childish. Getting caught by her red-handed during Michaels day of supposed conflict resolution was the final straw though. But that was a long time ago, so-, It wasnt that long ago. Hes fine, and shes teasing, but her doubt is just making him overthink it. One way or another, 2006 was not going to be Karens year. , Awww my favorite duo! Jim waited a couple of minutes before sauntering over to lean against Karens desk. Im sure he intends to somehow gain profit through these cookies while kissing up to Michael and breaking code. Jims new job has already placed his marriage on thin ice. This work could have adult content. It was nice to see him smile, he barely had done all day, even if the moment of reprieve was quickly interrupted by his cold. tip: "sherlock (tv)" m/m NOT "sherlock holmes/john watson", Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings. The meeting was in full swing now, and Pam was alternating between looking tiredly down at her lap and periodically glancing up at whatever the hell Michael was doing to get them all energised for the day ahead. She was, At lunch the other day hed even called her , So yeah, they were all on good terms. See for yourself! He sniffs once, shortly, then in what feels like an instant, stops completely and the pressure of his mouth against hers is gone. the series of mistakes Like theyd both unspokenly decided to let the rest of the conversation slide, for the sake of something. 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. But no he wouldve felt it coming on. 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. #5 in the Rejected Cold Openings series. The tension between Jim and Ryan when Ryan was regional manager was intense as fuck. No, hes ndot in yet.. Says here he has a dentist appointment scheduled this mborning. jim, as it turns out, thinks that's pretty accurate.). 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. Going for coffee with Isabel, then a walk in the park. oops, i hate tagging this shit bro but here we go, sunwarmed_ash (Sunwarmed_Ash_tree_and_the_dreaming_Stag), Author is Open to Hearing about Dead Batteries, i would cheat and lie and steal, now i'll stay at home and kneel for you, but i love ryan and wanted to do a character study for him. She couldnt help but steal glances at him as she went through the motions of switching her computer off, slinging her scarf around her neck, picking up her purse even as they rode the elevator and walked out of the building. She turnedback into her pillow as she heardthe front door slam closed, making her wince. Hes in deep, so much deeper than he realized, and he maybe sort of understands why Halpert fucked off to Connecticut. I love the way you started the chapter; I hope you know the descriptions (and spellings) of Jim's desperation are super-hot. His eyebrows pull downwards, and it takes all she has not to giggle at his exaggerated, goofy little expression. Wonderfully written and as someone who's on season 3 of a re watch of the series myself I thought it was wonderful! Takes part sometime after 3x23 The Job but before 4x01 Fun Run. The migraine burnedbehind her eyes and her head feltlike it wascaught in a vice. 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. He eventually turns back around and eyes the screen with a teary glare. Pam is a young widow, but lacks the courage to move on-until a cute young salesman joins Dunder Mifflin. Everything had started with his hot head and his stabbing headache that woke him up way to early.It hasn't gotten any better since then. Submitted for the More Than That 2021 Secret Santa Fic exchange. I'll get you Tylenol when I get out of here." Im just catching a movie then going for a drink with some college buddies. Deleted Scenes do not exist. hehh hHKIHSSHuh!. In a quiet moment while he was helping wash up, Betsy came up behind him and touched the small of his back. ! He plays up a look of faux-offence, meeting her gaze so theyre now looking each other directly in the eye, faces almost level with each other as he leans over the desk. Therefore, I let Michael and Dwights little schtick carry on. Stupid, in fact. But at least back then shed at least been his friend and been privy to that information as things were developing. The only thing he wants more is to be with her, and that isnt going to happen.. He shoots him dirty looks when he walks in on him leaning over Pams desk, chatting before they head out. They just didnt do that. Hed talk to her about things (but obviously not everything) and they were close. jimandpam theoffice drama +1 more # 13 PB & J by Bethany Jane 302 15 1 It's Jim Halpert's first day at Dunder Mifflin, and he has no idea what to expect. You wont be missed! Dwight yelled after him. Pam, Unsurprisingly, this was something they wanted to experience, Jims gaze trails over to the window, taking stock of how gorgeously bright the sun is shining. The camera really does seem to search him out for a reaction, so I love the idea that it's because he notices every little thing, especially where Pam's concerned. Emotion rising in her chest, Pam leanedup and grabbedher phone off the bedside table. The Office: Jim had an affair with Cathy Sims. It was never a bad day when Pam was around. He wanted to make Pam laugh more, smile more, be the more responsive person and listen to her more. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. Jim x Reader x Dwight 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.