Thomas Shelby Imagines

Needing You

You were surprised when Tommy came home early. He would usually be drinking with his brothers or working late in his office. But today he came in through the door and slumped down in defeat. "Tommy?" You called as you hurried into the living room.

"(Y/N)? I didn't know you were home." He muttered.

With gentle fussing you took his hat and coat, hanging them up as he ran his hands over his face.

"Is everything alright?" You asked and he gave a half smile as he watched you stoke the fire in the fireplace and hurried to pour him a drink.

"Another gangster started a fight." He huffed and you paused. "I've gotten us all in such an awful mess.

"I'm sure it's not that bad Tommy! Besides. You boys always sort it out." You said and smiled as you sat next to him.

He didn't look at you for a while. Instead staring into the fire, playing with the glass you'd given him. After a few sips of his drink he looked at you with tears in his eyes.

"They threatened you though. You and Ada. They've never done that before. I've been threatened, my brothers but never you." His voice cracked as he spoke and you rach forwards to tangle him into a hug.

"Oh Tommy! I'll be alright. They're just saying things to scare you." You insisted as you stroked his forehead, letting his son against you.

"I can't. I can't do it. I... can't do anything without you. I want to send you away to keep you safe but I need you with me." He looked up at you, tears on his cheeks as his eyes welled with guilt and sorrow.

"The might have scared you Tommy. But they don't scare me. You always kept me safe. Ever since we were little." You said softly as you wiped his tears away and stroked his cheek.

"What if I can't?" He said helplessly as he dropped his drink, spilling it on the floor as he pulled you closer.

"Let them try. They won't be able to hurt me. They'd have to get through you, all of the other blinders and Polly. Then Ada. I've seen her fight. More terrifying than Arthur." You said playfully. He laughed despite his tears and began to cheer up.