Tommy seemed to smile, a twitch at the corner of his mouth. I sat at the head, watching my husband and a guest lock eyes, the man looking away before turning towards me.
"Serve the dinner," I said, signaling the maid. I arranged the seating myself; I didn't know that man, definitely not within the guest range. Better not be Churchill; if he ruins my wedding night, there will be trouble.
"Good evening, Polly."
"Good evening, you look dazzling, dear." Polly handed me a drink; we chatted by the bar. "You were late because... hmm? Oh, you're still so easily embarrassed."
I touched my warm cheeks, murmuring, "Tommy ruined my favorite dress."
I could tell Polly hesitated, feeling I had the right to know what would happen tonight but not wanting to spoil my wedding night.
Seems like today is truly unforgettable.
"Is something going to happen tonight?" I asked. "Tommy has been anxious all day."
"You're too sharp, Darby. It makes people feel inadequate." Polly shook her head, sadly smiling. "Russian royalists, you know."
I nodded, aware of the exiled Russian aristocrats wandering in Europe, seeking support for a futile attempt to reclaim their lost power.
"Is Tommy doing business with them?" What kind of business? Alcohol, horse racing, or heroin?
Polly nodded. "Starting tonight."
Heavens! After all this time in exile, couldn't they wait one more night!
"Dani, Tommy didn't tell you to avoid worrying you. He prefers facing things alone." Seeing my strange expression, Polly explained.
"Not anymore, Polly. I'm Shelby, Diana Shelby."
Polly looked at me with a mix of warmth, pride, and concern, like a mother watching her just-married daughter. "Thomas Shelby made quite a catch, dear."
"Ladies and gentlemen, time for the newlyweds' dance." The announcer's voice interrupted; I adjusted my dress.
"Go, Diana, you can at least enjoy this dance."
Tommy held my waist, almost making me lean into him. I loved being close to him, just like how Charlie loves sticking to me.
"Do you hide some little secrets with your wife, Mr. Shelby?"
Tommy quickly responded, explaining and confessing, "They came uninvited."
"Don't make too much noise, Tommy. This involves secrecy; don't let those drunken bags of wind notice. Do you need me to do anything?"
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Mrs. Shelby (Thomas Shelby x OC)
Fanfiction"Our business will expand far beyond England, to Europe, Asia, and beyond. And you, Darling, you will be the most powerful woman in the world. You will be Mrs. Shelby."
