In Duffs We Trust

Part 5 Avenging who?

Claire had been awake long before her alarm had gone off. She just couldn't sleep as much as she tried too. Her nerves were getting the best of her and somehow eating breakfast wasn't going to help. She did not want to throw up all over chris and she knew Tom would never let her live it down either. Claire busied herself getting ready for her day on set. Tom had texted her earlier with specific directions and codes to get in the gate. She had written down all the information tucking it into her purse. After finally settling on a pair of skinny jeans, ankle boots, and a loose fitting tee she got to work on her hair. She decided a high bun with diamond studs would earn a high five from Tom. She chose light makeup with nude lips and with a final quick glance in the bathroom mirror she headed out. The cab ride to the set was uneventful but her nerves made her jittery. The cabby stopped outside the gates and claire paid him. As she stepped out she looked around. Several security guards surrounded the gates and claire made her way to the entrance with her note from Tom.

"Name" a older man asked looking at his clipboard not meeting her eyes.

"Claire" she said nervously glancing over him.

"Here" he spoke handing her a badge and opening the gate.

Claire placed the badge around her neck and stepped inside.

"Go straight and turn left at the green door" he told her shutting the gate behind her.

"Um thanks" Claire spoke making her walk.

Claire looked around as she followed the man's directions. The set was humming with crew members and Claire was fascinated.

After a few distracting moments Claire finally made her way to set. She watched quietly as Tom ran his lines with Robert. She grinned as she recited them to herself silently. After a few moments she heard the director yell cut. She watched as Tom And Robert laughed before Tom turned and smiled at her.

Claire watched as Tom made his way over to her in his full Loki costume.

"Hey" Tom grinned at her pulling her into a hug.

Claire couldn't help the flutter that hit her belly as Tom hugged her his Cologne filling her nose. After a long minute Tom pulled away and smiled at her.

"I'm glad you came" Tom chuckled.

"Me too,  although I almost didn't" Claire admitted blushing.

"Why the heavens not?"

"Nerves" Claire admitted.

"Darling there is nothing to be nervous about. Chris is a great guy."

Claire nodded and smiled at Tom.

"Come, let's get me changed and we will have lunch with everyone" Tom winked.

Claire smiled as Tom took her hand pulling her to his trailer.

Claire stood outside the small bedroom as Tom changed his clothes and removed his extensions. After what felt like hours, Tom finally emerged wearing a pair of jeans, boots, and a light colored tee. Claire couldn't help the tingling in her thighs at the sight of him.

"You ready?" Tom asks as he grins at her.

Claire cleared her throat and nodded as Tom extended his arms to her. Claire slipped her arm into his as he lead the way to the huge tent out on the small lawn of the studio. As they neared Claire felt her stomach flipping a sign she might very well lose her breakfast she had eaten earlier or what was left of it.

"Deep breaths Claire" Tom whispered to her.

Claire shook her head and followed Tom inside.

Claire was taken back at the sight before her. Everyone sat around a huge table some still in costume. He eyes scanned until they stopped as a pair of blue eyes met hers and smiled.

Chris was looking right at her and he quickly stood making his way over to her and Tom.

"Took you long enough man. Who is this?" Chris smiled.

"Chris this is Claire a friend of mine. Claire this is Chris" Tom smiled.

"Nice to meet you" Claire spoke softly smiling.

"The pleasure is mine. Come sit with me. Tom can squeeze in next to Rob."

Claire nodded and followed as Chris placed his hand on her lower back.
Chris pulled a seat for her and Claire sat down as Chris followed.

The conversation was fun and the banter even better. Chris engaged Claire in music and where she grew up. Claire was fascinated at his interest and smiled at the thought.

"I know we just met but would you like to have dinner with me tomorrow night?" Chris asked meeting her eyes.

"I would like that" Claire smiled.

"Great, here" Chris handed Claire his phone.

Claire put her number in and gave it back to him.

"Well, I better get back to work. I'll text you later" Chris stood and winked at Claire.

Claire watched him leave before turning her attention to Tom, who had been watching her curiously.

Tom couldn't help listening to the conversation Between Chris and Claire. Of course he knew everything about her, she was his best friend, or she had been before they had a falling out of sorts. He couldn't help the feelings that rose when she laughed nor smiled. The way she tucked her hair behind her ear or the way she licked her lips. He wanted to be the one she laughed too. Her wanted her smiles, words, and her lips. God he was in serious trouble.  He was supposed to be setting her up with Chris and all he wanted was for her to be his. She met his eyes and tom quickly reacted and smiled warmingly at her.

"You ready to go love?" Tom asked standing.

"Yep" Claire smiled and stood from her chair.

She moved around the table but not before catching the toe of her boot on the chair sending her face first towards Tom. Tom reacted quickly catching her in his arms. Claire blushed at her clumsiness and lifted her eyes to see Toms.

"Sorry" Claire chuckled.

"Falling in my presence is perfectly suitable darling" Tom chuckled helping her stand.

"Wow, you really are full of yourself " Claire mocked smiling at him.

"When necessary I assure you" he winked.

"Come on Hiddleston before this tent explodes from your large ego" Claire laughed.

Toms heart skipped a beat but followed close behind as her perfume filled his senses. Yes he was in deep trouble and her name was Claire.