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Hidden Treasure (Part 8)
Hidden Treasure (Part 8)
Arranged Marriage AU: Dark!Tommy Shelby x Wife!Reader
Warning(s): Angst, Fluff, Mentions of past domestic violence.
Author's note(s): Innocent heartfelt chapter (cue the fluff).
Your husband would have Finn either send messages to you, or simply keep an eye on your wellbeing. Although Finn hadnât a clue of what was going on, he knew you of all people didnât deserve this sort of treatment. He made sure to visit as often as he could for company.

You were grateful the moment Tommy finally let you out that dreadful basement. You hadnât forgotten the promise made a few weeks ago to Finn. To bake him a signature custard from your bakery. Heâd been dying to try. Soon, it became common for the youngest Shelby brother to stop by. He would either have a letter or message from Tommy. Most of them were if your husband would be late or earlier from work.
Youâd pack Finn some lunch before bidding him a farewell. Most of the time it was just you and Charlie in one big, empty house. To say that he was a sweet child was an understatement. He had the power to make anyoneâs cold heart melt. How could such a charming child come from a man like Tommy? You hadnât a clue.

Of course, you could never replace Grace. You werenât the one whoâd given birth to him. But Charlie was your son in every single way that mattered. There were even a few special moments youâd spend with the other Shelby family members. You especially enjoyed bonding with the women of the family. Teatime with Polly was a particular favorite. She would give you as much advice as a wise woman could. In a way, Polly became your second mother.
As you were setting up the table Polly had been bouncing Charlie on her lap. Finn decided to stop by since todayâs work was slower than usual, he choose to stay a little longer. Polly examines her finished tea. Her expression was confused at first, then startled. She shows Finn the cup, and it was as if he'd read something from it.

Polly letâs out a small sigh, âTell me my dearâŠâ she places her cup on the table, ââŠhas my nephew been treating you well?â

Youâre at a loss for words. How could you answer to her? Should you tell her the truth? How would she react? You made up your mind to keep it short and subtle, âTommy provides me with everything a wife may need. What more could a woman want?â you try your best to force a smile, hoping that it was a good enough answer.
But Polly was suspicious that something wrong within your marriage. She could sense it, âYou didnât answer my question dear, has he been treating you well?â her voice is sterner this time. You tense. Your heart races, âI-Iâm not sure what you mean...â you play off. Polly could tell that over the period of time since you've been married, the flicker of light in your eyes had disappeared. Blown out by the cold blues that followed into your nightmares.
At that point, Finn has had it. As soon as Polly leaves, he tells you of his plan, âTommyâs going to some event next week, and he wonât be back until the morning,â
âFinnâŠâ you warn. It wouldnât be a good idea breaking your husband's trust. A man like Tommy never forgets. Finn grumbles, âIâm sick and tired of seeing him treat you like--like the dirt on his shoes! The bloke!â his hands ball into fists. You donât think twice about his statement, in fact you understood completely why your new brother had the right to react like this. You sigh, reaching for his hands to hold, âCould you do me a favor?â
You were kept busy for the next few days, planning on yet another escape. Hopefully the last. Finn would send letters to your sister who lived in the next town. It had been quite a while since the two of you would communicate. Her and her husband had been busy since delivering their new baby.
So, it would take time to pack up their belongings before moving in with your parents. Finn would stop by the postal, on the way to wherever he was heading in order to avoid suspicion. For once it felt like everything was going your way.
As each day went by, you grew more excited to leave this place, once and for all. You let out your hair, made yourself more presentable, you even started smiling again. Tommy took note of how the corners of your lips would curl upwards on their own as you hummed a tune while making supper.
Heâd been silently observing you adjusting to your new life. After putting away the dishes, you hoist Charlie on a hip before leaving the kitchen. Tommy listens carefully to your footsteps leading up the stairs before following them. He stops in front of his bedroom door, reaching for the knob.

But before heâs had a chance to twist it open a faint sound of laughter erupts. He opens the door to spot you and Charlie on the bed. Your hands reaching to tickle the boyâs sides. Seemingly unknowing that your husband is witnessing the display of affection.
You hoist the toddler into the air. Tommy notices your expression. For the first time in months, you're actually smiling. It was like some sort of trance. He leans against the door frame. Seeing you with his boy felt, in a strange way, right. As if you both were meant to be. His son loves you. You drop Charlie onto your bosom to catch your breath.
Soft giggles manage to slip out of every exhale. Charlieâs hair tickles your chin so you tilt it to the side. Thatâs when you notice Tommy standing at the doorway. His posture is more relaxed than usual. For how long had he been standing there?
You look away from his gaze. It always did make you nervous. His fingers twitch, curling into his palms, âI uh...â he slides them into his pockets, âI want you to be my guest for an event,â Tommy looks up, waiting for an answer. You raise a brow and sit up, still holding the boy in your arms, âWhoâll watch over Charlie?â
âFinn offered to keep an eye on him.â of course.
âAlright,â you agreed, already knowing how it would play out. Tommy nods, âIâll be back, âbout three hours from now.â he checks his pocket watch. Double taking the time. You hadnât planned for him to take you anywhere. Itâll only delay your plans. But you couldnât risk him questioning his decision, âSure thing.â you return. Tommy looks as though he had one last thing to say, âAnd uh...wear something nice,â He turns away, leaving as soon as he came. Now that was odd.

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Hidden Treasure (Part 6)
Arranged Marriage AU: Dark!Tommy Shelby x Wife!Reader
Warning(s): +18, Non con, Physical abuse, Manhandling, Oral (F receiving).
Author's note(s): Reader's punishment turns into a reward oop--
Tommy shows you the consequences of humiliating him, or so you thought.

Tommy opens the door, âOut,â he huffs. You look up, still trapped in a fear ridden trance. His face is twists when he shouts, âNOW!â his booming voice made you jump. Slowly, you exit the vehicle with your head hung low, as you follow him into the house. Each step felt heavier than the next. Until you had to drag your feet across the gravel.
As soon as youâve made it inside, Tommy shoves you against a wall. It knocks the wind right out your lungs. His form towers over yours. His face now in front of yours, his nose brushes against yours, âWhat the fuck was that? Hm?!â he huffs. Your bottom lip quivers, âI-I didnât mean to lead him on Tommy...I-I swear-â you sob. He scoffs, âBut you did ohâŠyou did just that my love,"

How could you explain what really happened if he kept denying you a chance?! Tommy had kept pushing you today. To the point where it angered you enough to your raise your voice, âItâs not like that! Iâm not one of those whores you've slept with!â your hands reach to cover your mouth. You couldnât believe you were brave enough to stand up to him. Especially after the incident you pulled.
Tommy would often compare you to them. During his single bachelor days, him and his brothers spent most of their nights going through woman after woman. He'd taunt you with how you were now his personal whore, his property, and that no one else should touch what's his. All he sees is red. He hauls you over his shoulder, "Is that what you want? To be treated like a whore?!"
You barely have enough time to register what was happening before he threw you on nearest couch. You lift yourself up to face him. Your dress straps sliding down in the process. He's on top of you, straddling your waist as he grips your chin and growls, âTurn around, don't make me say it again,â he pulls your zipper down. Your gown slides off your figure. No longer are you hidden from his eyes.
A hand pushes down on your lower back. You land on the couch. Your head turns to the side with your cheek pressed firmly against a cushion. Your hands clench the soft material. Mentally youâve adapted, but physically was always the hard part. What you werenât ready for was a harsh slap against your rear.
Your head whips back in confusion, spotting Tommy readying to strike again. One of your hands reaches behind to push him away but your attempt was futile. He only stops briefly to unbuckle his belt. Your wrists are held together as he wraps them with the leather binding.
He proceeds to strike your backside over and over again. Each sting harsher than the next one that follows. No sign of hesitation or mercy was shown. No such thing existed in the house of Thomas Shelby. Youâve learned your lesson from before, during that horrid night.

After a while his firing ceases. He takes a step back to gaze at the display in front of him. His little wife was bent over with fresh markings that decorated her backside. A provocative view had made blood rush straight to his manhood. A strain now beginning to form in his trousers. Your seductive position was luring in his primitive side, and he wants a taste.
All of a sudden, you feel a wet sensation against your folds. Tommy began licking long, strong stripes against your cunt. Two of his digits spread your lips. While his tongue now delved into your opening. You felt the muscle flicking around inside. The feeling alone made your walls flutter with bliss. His other arm held you in place. You felt his fingers digging into your fresh bruises. You whine from the sting, hissing from the raw pain.
Tommy notices your discomfort. He tilts his head up to bury his tongue deep into your womanhood. Your small gasps turn into moans. Only Tommy had the power to turn your pain into pleasure. A minute in had you soaked and pushing your hips back. So close yet so far from an orgasm. He was teasing you on purpose. A long finger dips in and your back arches. He pulls it out to inspect. His fingers now coated with your arousal.
Tommy shows you the outcome, âThis what you wanted dear?â he presses his head against your ear and whispers, âDid you miss your husband? Is that it?â his breath tickles the shell, causing you to jerk your neck back. You flash him a tearful glare, âNo...â was all you could muster. He chuckles, âNo?â amusement lingers his voice. He presses his tip against your folds before jerking his hips up. You gasp from the stretch. It was rough yet pleasurable, like a slow burn.
Tommy began thrusting at a jagged pace. His hands cling your hips. His pelvis slams your forward as he ruts roughly into you. Everything about the act itself was dripping with lewdness, but oddly enough it felt amazing. His voice now a deep groan, âTell me, who fucks you this good?â he slows down his pace. Now grinding his hips now rotating in a torturous motion that made your toes curl with pleasure. When you could only muster up a moan, he slaps your rear again for an answer. You yelp, âYou do!â
âSay it again, like you mean it,â his voice is louder while his pace quickens,
âYou fuck me this good Tommy! Only you!â Â
He returns to bludgeoning your womanhood. Right against that sweet, sensitive spot. He doesnât stop even after you come undone and made a mess of the expensive cushions. Tommy made sure to finish inside, filling you to the brim. You couldn't believe how shameless youâd become.
All because of this man. You pry yourself up on your elbows. You lift your head off of the now wet cushion. Your makeup long ruined and face now flushed with fresh tears of humiliation. As always, Tommy had gotten exactly what he wanted. Lighting up a cigarette after having his way with you.

Easy Money (Part 4)
Dark!Robert Pronge (Mr. Freezy) x Heiress!Reader
Warning(s): +18, Minor character death, Kidnapping, Mentions of past non con, PTSD flashback, Hostage Situation.
Author's Note(s): Finally, weâre getting back on track to where I ended the first part! My babies I know that itâs a short part, but I can assure you that this is only the beginning!!
Reader isnât going down without a fight. That is until Robert finds something to hold above her head. She's given no choice but to comply.

âP-please misterâŠâ the young woman pleads for mercy. Her fingers are crooked from each snap he had given earlier. Her hair is a bloodied mess, now matted to her scalp. Her swollen doe eyes have produced yet another trail of fresh tears. She had been through hours of torment and had finally given up, âP-pleaseâŠlet me go..I-Iâve already told you everythingâŠâ her bottom lip quivers.
Robert doesnât take note of her even being there. No, itâll take a while to register the information given to him. He just sits there. He doesnât blink. Doesnât look anywhere else but through his front window. Soon enough Robert is on his toes. He doesnât waste any time holding her small throat under his palm. After a while the young women finally went limp.

Originally posted by littllemissmagic
This one had been faster than his usual targets. Then again it always depends on their build. She was around five feet. Cute height. But when the woman started to kick her legs is when he notices how thin they are. Not quite his type. He liked them with a fuller shape. It was a shame though. With a face like that she couldâve been a model. It took a while for him to realize who she actually was. Turns out she used to work at the underground brothel, located right next to the bar.Â
Robert lifts himself from the body. He doesnât even try freezing this one. Itâs unlike him to be so⊠careless. He hadnât bothered wearing gloves either. His work isnât this sloppy, and the only sloppiness he prefers is in the bedroom.
What had you done to him?
Robert stops by his usual convenience store to grab new tools for tonightâs mission. He keeps his gaze low when entering.

Originally posted by ternura-adictiva
His baseball cap and glasses help him avoid any unwanted eye contact. As soon as heâd finished collecting his needs Robert heads for the register. Heâs met with an elderly woman on the other side. She scans his items with jittery hands. His jaw ticks. This was going to take a while. She notices the set of particular tools, âDo you do home renovations?â
âIâm saving up for a house actually.â
âOh? All by yourself?â
He shakes his head, âNah itâs for the Mrs.â a white lie. She softly gasps, âOh bless your heart dearâŠâ she holds a small hand to her chest. A blessing? He couldnât help but laugh. Like he needed that. Robert managed to make it so far. He canât wait for his little date tonight.
After the diner, Robert manages to lure you from the restaurant. He has your arm in an iron grip. At first glance it was as if you clung onto him. But the look on your face told a different story. Youâre his hostage, currently in the middle of being kidnapped by a serial killer.
Your fight or flight mode kicks in when he drags you into a nearby ally way. This time around you werenât tied down and put on display. Since then, you gained a will to fight. You scream at the top of your lungs, twisting around to land a few punches against his chest. To your surprise he hasnât moved. Not even the slightest. It was as if he were made of solid concrete. Either that or this wasnât his first struggle.
Now Robert considers himself a patient man. But right now, you were being a complete cunt. He swiftly faces you and snarls, âStop.â only to be slapped across the face. Thatâs it. He has you back flush against his front. A chiseled arm grips around your neck, making it harder and harder to breathe by the minute. Your nails dig deep into his pale skin.
Robert hisses slightly, but overall isnât fased from your futile attempt. Sooner than later your vision blurs. Your lungs ache for air. This was it. You thought to yourself. He would finally finish the job. Your arms finally drop, embracing the darkness. Once again, the iceman had you in his hold, carrying you off to God knows where.
Throughout the entire car ride had been filled with flashbacks from that night. You could practically feel Robertâs breathing right at your ear as your body began to warm up. Although you couldnât see anything from that night, the rest of your senses had remembered it in vivid details. Every single detail of what had happened. Your visions came in sparks. His taunting echoed in your head,
âMiss Iâm too good for any man, but your pussy works just like a street whoreâoh fuck!â he groans. Your back was to his broad chest. His hips buck up, aiming right against your core each time. When he shoves you back down his fingers graze your creamed in folds. He coats a digit with your arousal before flipping you face down against the mattress.
It was a tingling sensation. A familiar throb returns to your loins. It was pleasurable, as much as it was painful.
He spits against your tight ring before pressing his thumb against it. Robert pushes the digit in. You cry out from yet another opening being violated. His fingers grip your rear while his thumb sinks in and out of your tight hole. He starts to thrust in faster until the friction of his spit against your muscles creates a loud, squelching sound. You groan from the uncomfortable intrusion.
His hands would roam anywhere they could reach. He was everywhere, and there was nothing you could do about it.
Robertâs going to have to need more lubrication if heâll want to make it easy. But he doesnât want to. Instead, both of his hands clutch onto each of your cheeks as he separates them. He collects saliva in his mouth before spitting at your opening. He adds two more fingers in. Your whines turn into sobs as the monster had his way with you. After a while of stretching, he removes his digits with a âpopâ. You let out a shaky sigh, it was over for now.
Thatâs when you felt something. Was it another plug? No. It was warmer, thicker, and trying to push itself in. As soon as you realize heâd been preparing for another round your heart sinks. You twist and turn, not wanting to feel the once again, âNo! No please I donât want it please!â you sob. When the waterworks started it shot straight to his dick. He loves getting you all riled up.
Robertâs strong arms trap you underneath him. You were especially loud when he shoves his entire length in. If you screamed that loud from just that, who knows how long youâll last in the next few rounds. He chuckles, âOh baby, weâre just getting started.â he slams his hips forward, hard. Admiring the way youâd shrivel underneath him.
He just loves teasing you.
You jolt from the nightmare. Realizing now that history might repeat itself. You could feel the vibrations of the van driving. Counting carefully how many times it would turn, for how long the drive was, and how many times it had stopped. From the friction of the tires with the ground below you could tell he wasnât driving on smooth road anymore.
He makes one last turn before stopping completely. Youâve made it to your final destination. Robert opens the side of his van from outside. Immediately you lay still in a sleep-like facade. He holds an ankle in each of his hands. He pulls them until youâre halfway out the door. Your skirt rakes up your hips. Now wasnât the right time to adjust it.
Why had he stopped moving?
Robertâs gaze is fixed on the cotton covering your mound. His eyes squint in admiration from the way it tucked slightly into your crevice. He tugs again until your lower half starts to fall out of the vehicle. But something saved your fall. It had rested in between your legs. When his hands pull up the sides of your hips you realize what position he held you in.
His hard on is pressed firmly against your mound. Only thin layers of fabric shield you from any intrusion. Robertâs hand strokes smoothly against the side of your hip, giving it a slight squeeze. He refrains himself, âNoâŠnot now.â he grumbles. You knew what that meant. Whatever Robert had planned you knew it wouldnât be good. At least in your case.
You knew there were only two options: Fight or flight. Since youâve already chosen fight and the outcome wasnât in your favor the next option would be to make a run for it. But now wasnât a good time. Not with your hands bound and sight absent. Your only focus now was to make it back home in one piece. You would wait until his guard was down to escape. He carries you through the threshold of his slaughterhouse. Not too far from where heâd parked the van. Youâd hoped that the keys were still inside. Robert lays you out on a mattress. Thatâs when your breath finally hitches in panic.
âOh good, youâre awake.â
You hear his steps approaching, the jig is up. He reaches in to grab a hold of your hair then yanks it. If your hands werenât tied back you wouldâve given him a good clawing. Robert removes the blindfold, âThere we go,â you wince for a second before your vision adjusts to the lighting. This was the place. Everyone called you crazy when you told them the story of how a mysterious man had kidnapped you. No one believed you. But after three long years the evidence was right in front of you. It was him.
Robert pulls you up by the rope binding your arms together, âDonât even think about running. Iâll break your legs before youâve even make the first fuckin step.â he snarls. He unties the rope then proceeds to his van, âI brought you someone, to keep you company.â He slides open the side door of the vehicle. He turns around, smiling triumphantly after revealing who else was in the car. It was good to give a scare every now and then. It keeps people in their place. Where he wants them. Your blood runs cold at the sight. You turn to him, now on your knees and beg, âPleaseâŠplease noâŠoh godâplease donât..â

Originally posted by chrisevansdorito
You turn to Robert with glossy eyes. Rambling for mercy. That bastard already took everything from you. But it still wasnât enough. A small hand taps your shoulder, âMama?â you turn around and face your boy. For how long had Robert known? How the hell did he get past the babysitter? That means he knew where you lived. He knew much more than he would tell. That alone made him all the more dangerous.
Robert reaches for the child but before he could lay even a single hand on him you slap it away. Youâre quick to pull your boy in a tight hug, âDonât you dare touch him!â you wrap his tiny arms around your neck. He pokes his head over your shoulder to look at the man behind you. Robert flashes him a grin and winks. Your son rubs your back in circles like how you would do for him for comfort, âItâs okay mama, the Ice cream man helped me! He promised me heâd find you.â
The Ice cream man? You stare at him in confusion then in sheer horror. Now realizing what he had meant.
It all made sense now. How it all started.

Originally posted by imissyourbattlecries
No one believed you when you told the police you had been abducted, in broad daylight of all things. Instead, your so-called âcaringâ family and friends suggested seeking help from a specialist. You had spent months in a psyche-ward where youâd tell them the same story. How you were having a regular day then all of a sudden everything went dark.
Each time theyâd ask if you were on a psychedelic, if youâve had a history of drug addiction, or if there was a family history of mental disorders. Since the entire investigation was a lost cause. There was nothing that couldâve been proven. Every session ended with a new prescription written without a second thought. You had an entire pharmacy in your bathroomâs cupboard alone. You didnât need pills! What you wanted was justice for what happened to you. What this monster did to you.
âThatâs right, son.â Robert added an emphasis on âsonâ. His shadow hovers over the two of you, âYou are incredible. My little partner in crime.â he taunts.

Originally posted by evansensations
He comes closer and you back away slowly with an arm guarding your boy. Robert cocks his head to the side. He grabs an arm and yanks you up effortlessly, âYour mom and I need some alone time. Beat it squirt.â he winks at the child.
Your son only looks up between both of his parents. Being the good boy that he is of course he would follow an adultâs orders. Such a polite child you raised him to be. He really is, too kind for his own sake. He sits himself in the same seat that Robert had placed him on earlier while waiting patiently for you.
Robert closes the side door of the van shut. He curls his finger in a âcome hitherâ motion. Youâre almost hesitant to approach him. But do so anyways in fear of what he would do to your boy if you didnât. He chuckles, âLook at you being so obedient for me.â It was time for him and you to catch up on a few things, âThe kid told me his nameâs Andy.â He gives a small nod and pouts his lips, âNot bad. But I like the sound of âJuniorâ more.â he doesnât bother smothering it in your face, âBut I guess itâs too late to change that now. Oh, and we need to do something about his last name.â
No that wasnât alarming at all. You cut to the chase, âPleaseâŠjust..what do you want from us?â
âWhat? Iâm not allowed to see my own kid? Donât be so cruel honey.â he leans in, âThatâs my job.â he winks before turning back to the car. Robert opens the door for Andy. He tilts his head towards him, âHey kiddo why donât we play a game?â he jerks his gaze back to you. He makes sure to look youâre paying close attention. His icy blues stare back at your now round orbs. Just what did he have in mind? He pulls out a blindfold, âIf your mom listens to me carefully and follows the rules, then Iâll show you guys a surprise.â
Andy claps his hands together, âA surprise?!â he canât hold his excitement. His short legs spring up and down with glee. You donât dare keep your eyes off of him. Not even for a second until Robert blinds you with the fabric.
Once again you find yourself blindfolded and led around his abandoned warehouse. You almost drip on your way up a flight of stairs. Wherever you were it was roomy. He leads you through his elaborate warehouse. He has you take a flight of stairs up. Robert keeps a hand around your waist the entire time. That made it all the more uncomfortable.
Finally the two of you stop walking. From what you could hear it sounded like Robert was pulling out some keys. He unlocks a door then shoves you in. Before you could even stand heâs there, holding the back of your neck, âStayâŠâ you follow his orders. On your knees in front of him, âGood girl.â he strokes the side of your head.
Right now you have no choice but to bite back your pride. You couldnât take any risks. Not now. Not with your boy in danger. Robert leaves the room. Shutting the door behind him. All you wanted to do now was make sure your son was safe. He was the only good thing to happen to you. Andy was a good kid. Too precious for a world like this.
As soon you hear the door shut close you reach for the cloth blocking your sight. It was still the same pitch darkness all around. You were unable to even see your hands hod. Your legs are wobbly from being blinded by the lack of light.
Moments later the door opens again. It was Robert, holding Andy in an arm while the other flicks the light switch. Robert leans down for his son to hop off. His short legs rush towards his mother. He throws himself into your arms. You inspect his small frame for any bruises. Not even a scratch had been laid on his little head. Would such a sick man be capable of doing such harm to his own child? It was a question you didnât want to answer.
You curse yourself for not leaving town when you had the chance. Your breathing hitches from thinking about what this man would have planned.
You remember your time spent at the hospital. Your âbelovedâ family members decided it would be best to enroll you in. With or without your consent. After spending months in the ward with nothing to back up your story the truth finally prevailed. You had finally found your evidence. It only took a small amount that had been growing this entire time.
After a few fainting spells the nurses had you examined. In that moment of truth your heart sunk. From then on you would spend hours looking out your room window while clutching your swelling belly. Unknowing of what fate had in store.

Was it all just a cruel joke on you?
First the loss of your parents, then your friends, followed by your job, and now your body. With the inheritance your parents had given you there was no need to work. Not in your condition. Right now you were still very much broken, and so very afraid. For your own wellbeing and for the new life arriving. You would spend most of your free time staring out a window. Awaiting for your due date.
As soon as a nurse had placed Andy in your arms you fell instantly in love. He was wrapped up like a present. He looked helpless. Innocent. He needed someone as much as you did. You made a vow that day, to protect him at all costs. If it meant sacrificing yourself, then so be it.
Even if you couldnât take it anymore.
Tears trickle down your cheeks. Your hands swipe them away. Andy notices youâre in distress immediately, âYou okay mama?â hearing his gentle voice snaps you back into reality. You blink twice before answering, âYes baby.â you raise your arms and reach for your son, knowing that sweet Andy is always eager for a hug. He chimes in, âYouâre gonna be okay mama.â
âOh babyâŠâ you brush the back of his soft hair, âI hope soâŠâ
Hidden Treasure (Part 5)
Arranged Marriage AU: Dark!Tommy Shelby x Wife!Reader
Warning(s): Minor character death, Murder.
Author's note(s): Tommy's a green-eyed monster in this one.
Now you're sat with Alfie, discussing a plan on how you would escape. He knew your husband well enough. Still, it was a surprise to find out about the little firecracker wife of Tommy Shelby.

You were running on borrowed time, not wanting to waste a single moment. You skim though explaining your familyâs relations to the Peaky Blinders. Alfie raises a hand in the middle of it, âYouâve gotta slow down love, my temples are 'startin to ache,â he rubs the sides of his head for a few moments before leaning in, âNowâŠwhat exactly did he uhhâŠdo to scare a beauty like you off?â
A beauty. How ironic. You would expect your âdearâ husband to call you that, not some gangster. Never had you felt that way around Tommy, and thatâs what hurts the most. You would be in deep trouble if he even heard another man compliment youâŠ
Like any pub, the Garrison was busy during the holidays, the Shelby family had been busier than ever. Tommy would bring you along not as a companion, nor a business partner, but more of an accessory to drape around his arm. While wearing clothes he would allow you to wear. No one had taken you seriously unless your husband was there to bark orders. Other than that, you were known as the 'Wife of Thomas Shelbyâ or 'Mrs. Shelbyâ. But today, you wanted to be yourself and look nice while doing so. Besides, Tommy had always expected you to look your best.

You wore a rich blue gown with an open collar to adorn an expensive silver necklace. Your hair was tied in an up-do, while your lips were painted a deep shade of rouge. You wore satin gloves with a pricey fur coat. You would be kept in the house most of the time, so why not put these nice clothes to good use? Itâs not like Tommy would mind. He'd always let you drift away from him during parties. Any other dame wouldâve been excited that their husband would allow them to have a little fun. Yet why did it make you feel so...miserable?
It felt so meaningless these parties, extravagant events, wearing uncomfortable clothing, along with an unnecessary number of guests. Worst of all, Ada and Polly were nowhere to be seen to keep you company. You look around to find them dancing drunkenly and carefree. With Polly taking the lead. At that moment you understood, they had guests to entertain.
With a marriage like yours, drinking became a large portion of your âcoping methodâ. by the third month you were downing shots as if they were water, seeing as your husband was never there for comfort. Only to keep his cock warm. You couldn't believe him. What kind of a man leaves his own wife alone, in a bar of all places? It didn't matter if he owned it, he still left. You curse that Shelby man.
You sat on a bar stool while sipping a glass of water instead. Tonight, Tommy would leave you be, and that also meant at peace. There was no point in getting drunk now. No reason to drink as much anymore. You had to take more care of yourself now. You were too deep in thought to even notice someone had been staring at you.

You felt a sudden tap your shoulder. It was some chap, seemingly in his mid-thirties. He raises a brow to the seat next to yours, âMind if I keep you company?â he gestures at the empty chair. You shrug it off, âNot at all, by all means,â you jerk your head to the seat. He takes the opportunity to hold your gloved hand to his lips. He places a gentle kiss against your knuckles. That wasnât a common thing around here.
Usually, the men here would avoid even looking at you. But his eyes are hooded, as he stares directly into yours. Still cradling your gloved hand in his, âTell me my dear; why on earth would such a beauty sit alone in a place like this?â
You smirk then look away, âTo tell you the truth, Iâm still trying to figure that out myself...â You shrug, staring at the half-empty glass. He chuckles, âYou my dear, are a diamond in the rough,â he winks. You look down shyly while cradling your drink. Not taking notice at his eyes lingering your bodice. He takes his sweet time admiring the rise and fall of your chest.
Tommy, however, had seen the entire interaction. He knew very well of your long list of secret admirers, fending them off was a job itself. He just couldnât believe youâd do it so boldly in public. As soon as you were given an ounce of freedom. He excuses himself from a conversation that he'd been in since arriving. His ears pick up on what you were saying, âTry telling that to my-â
âWho is this?â Tommy voice is heard right behind you. The other man reaches in to shake his but your husband ignores the friendly gesture. His hands rest on your naked shoulders, causing shivers to rake up your spine. His cold blues stare down the other man.

Your eyes raise as you turn around, ââŠmy husband.â your eyes widen in fear, âTommyâŠthis isâŠâ you tried giving him an answer. But he hadn't given you a chance to explain, instead he interrupts, âI canât even leave without you making a fool out of me.â he scolds. He always spoke to you as of you were a child. As if he weren't the one who made you a woman. He looks at what youâre wearing. There are visible peaks from your breasts hardening from the cool air, leaving very little to the imagination. Something that should only be open to his view only. He pulls you out of your seat, the other man intervenes, âYouâve mistaken sir, see I-â
âPiss off,â
âI beg your pardon?â
âAnd stay the fuck away from my wife,â
Tommy doesnât give him a second glance. He quickly removes his coat and throws it on your shoulders. He drags you by the arm out of the pub. His brothers are quick to catch up on what was happening.

Was he mad about your dress? Surely, you hadnât meant to push him. Were you over dressed for the occasion? Or did he think you were flirting intentionally with a stranger? You were all alone and had no one to talk to! It's not like you wanted to sleep with the bloke!
But that didnât matter now. Tommy was mad, very mad. It couldnât be jealousy. Not with Tommy, no, It wasnât jealousy. It was possession. Even if it were he was doing a damn good job at hiding it. The real reason was that you disobeyed his authority. You knew what would come from his anger alone. You didn't seek his approval for your outfit tonight. Which only meant a punishment was in store. The last thing you hear before being thrown into his car, was the sound of a gunshot firing.
Tommy muffles your screams with his gloved palm. You became dizzy. A sickness began to consume you. Trying your best not to puke in the passenger seat. When the car stops, Tommy is the first to exit. He slams the car door behind him. You stay put. Not as an act of defiance, but out of pure fear. So scared that it left you physically paralyzed. Consumed by a strong feeling of anxiety. He was going to kill you, just like that man. At that moment you knew, you would never be safe around him. You had to get away from him no matter what.
Sleeping Beauty
Dark!Husband!Steve Rogers x Wife!Reader x Dark!Bucky Barnes
Word Count: 2,476
Warning(s): +18, Non Con, Dub con turned non con, Misogynistic remarks, Forced Cuckholding, Unwanted orgasm, Forced eye contact, Double Penetration, Bucky partakes in your bedroom tradition.
Author's Note(s): One shot fic. I'm bored at work and wanted to kill some time.
It was the day of your anniversary and your husband is nowhere to be found. You stare back at the clock ticking in the dining room. It had been almost an hour and Steve still hadnât returned. This isn't the man you married. If your Stevie promises something, he intends to keep it.

You sat alone at the head of the dining room table, cupping your tear-stricken face. It makes you sick knowing that your husband was out there doing god knows what at this hour. You were sure he wouldn't miss something as important as this specific day. Just one day, was that so much to ask?
Your ears perk at the sound of the front door knob jingling. In comes Steve, being hoisted up by his best friend Bucky. His face is a tint of red that spread all the way to his ears. You had only seen him like this a few times, the first time during a new yearâs event when he'd confessed his love for you, the second had been on your wedding day. It was obvious that he'd been too drunk to even walk straight. There's only one thing responsible for causing this: Asgardian ale.

Buckyâs smile falters when he notices you frowning. He sits Steve on the couch then walks over to the dining room table where you're sat. His metal hand brushes through his dark locks, âI uhâŠsorry doll, Steve said it was your anniversary and I suggested we celebrate-â
âI swear Barnes, you'll find any excuse to get my husband drunk. Just look at him! He can barely walk!"
He sighs, âI was the one who cut him off. He was the one who insisted on drinking." Nudging to his passed-out friend. You scoff, âThat doesn't explain why heâs drunk off his face right now.â barking back. Buckyâs shoulders stiffen and arms cross. He stares at the floor in silence. You massage the sides of your temple. Only stopping when Bucky mutters, âWith a wife like you I wouldn't blame him." Causing you to abruptly look up, âExcuse me?â
âI mean, if I came home to my woman bitching every day, Iâd want to be drunk off my ass too,â he sneers. Your jaw drops, âWho...who....â almost at a loss for words. You shoot up, âWho the hell do you think you are!? You donât know a thing about marriage!â
âMarriage? No. But I know a leech when I see one. You donât even know how to be a wife. Ask Steve and heâll start singing. You barely clean the house, donât even cook, always have some sort of excuse to avoid sex. You donât do jack shit. Steve works his ass off every day, and you don't even put it out when he gets home?â he scoffs, âSo fucking entitled I swear.â

"The only ârelationshipâ you've had in the past 70 years is with a block of ice." you jab. His jaw ticks, that one actually managed to get under his skin. Every damn day you'd find a way to inadvertently piss him off. If you wanted to stoop low that's fine, he can go lower, âYeah well you seem to be occupied with that little pink vibrator of yours," he noticed the color leaving your face, "Oh yeah, I know you've been hiding it from him. You think heâs too dumb to understand what itâs for, shit, you even had the gall to ask him to buy you new batteries for âkitchen appliancesâ, I mean, how stupid do you think he is?â he chuckles, "If you needed a real man, all you could've done was ask,"
All you see is red. You give him a final warning, âWell, I donât see a man.â you snap back, "You know what, James? Times have changed, and I think Steveâs friends should too.â
Bucky doesn't like that. Not one bit.

âDo you really think heâll keep listening to you?â
âTry me.â you hiss. Bucky smirks at that challenge, "Do you know the things he says to me while you're not around? Do you know all the sick and vile things heâs fantasized about?" he nears. Your brows furrow at his accusation. Not your Stevie. He would never. Bucky raises a brow, "Maybe we could play that favorite game of yours...Sleeping Beauty." smiling at the look of terror on your face. He knows that you and Steve have been experimenting in the bedroom.
âHey Steve!â he hollers for the other super soldier. Steve jostles from his rest. Heâs in the room in a matter of seconds, "What's wrong?" his voice is hoarse from the nap. Bucky waves to his friend, "I just wanted to say goodnight to you and the Mrs." he gives you a wink. Steve's brows furrow, "Honey what's wrong?" tilting his head, the light capturing his features in an angelic way.

You can't help but soften at the sight of those soft blues. This argument wasn't worth ruining the rest of your night. You roll your eyes, "Nothing..." shrugging it off. But if only it were that simple. Steve looks at the time and hisses, "You should stay for the night Buck." he insists, "We have a spare bedroom available upstairs."
You couldn't believe him. You marched upstairs and slam the door. It was one thing for him to be late for your anniversary, it was another bringing Bucky along, out of all people! You don't bother checking up on them. Instead preparing yourself for bed. Surely in the morning Steve would wake up and regret his actions. He stumbles into the room, already loosening his tie.
You spot his reflection in the vanity but pay no attention. Ignoring him would be a suitable punishment. You decide to lay further away from his side of the bed, occupied with a book in hand. Yes you still love him, with all your heart, but right now his excuses weren't worth your energy tonight.
Steve knows your upset, he could feel it seeping through your pores. He sighs, "I'm sorry. I should've remembered it was today, and I know that isn't an excuse but...let me make it up to you..." Steve loosens his tie. It's been a long, hectic day, filled with countless meetings. All he wants to do now is spoil his wife.

He sits on the edge of the bed, holding your feet in his hands, kneading small circles along the curve. You stifle a moan. By now Steve knows your body too well. "What are you in the mood for, dear?" His super hearing picks up the sound of your closing your book. He smiles when he hears a faint whisper,
"...Sleeping beauty." you mumble.
Steve smirks, "Smart choice." he slides down his pants, letting them fall as he palms his girth. You eye him eagerly, already dripping with desire. Of course you couldn't say no to a little spoiling, placing your book carefully on the nightstand. You shimmy off your gown. Wearing only your undergarments as you reposition your body. You toss a few pillows off the bed, making room for your limbs to stretch. Laying back on the soft pillows as you closed your eyes and pretend to sleep. Steve crouches from above, palming his manhood through his briefs.
Tonight, you would play the role of an unconscious maiden, unaware of her being taken advantage of. An act that Steve had grown fond of. Your husband was nothing less than a gentleman. He could never stomach the idea of taking advantage of a helpless woman. At least not while sheâs aware. So, playing out this fantasy had been more than enough to satisfy his certain urges. Well, almost enough.
A thumb presses against your bottom lip, parting your mouth slightly. He could feel your soft breaths. He dips his tongue deep inside, enjoying the taste of it. He retreats with a satisfied hum as he smacks his pink lips. He nips and suckles the side of your neck, creating a trail to the curve of your chest. He pulls down your bralette, nipping and suckling the buds until theyâve peaked. He couldnât hold it in any longer.
You felt the sensation of his gentle touches. Steveâs embrace had always felt soothing, calming and oh-so delightful. Part of you fought the urge to pounce on him right then and there. But you knew the reward after would be worth it. Patience was key. Everything was going at an easy pace. You suddenly felt the wiring of your bra snap open, exposing your breasts to the cool air. You shiver but remain still. This was unlike Steve, perhaps it was liquid courage?
A rough hand reaches for the waistband of your panties, yanking the garment down. A calloused hand parts your legs roughly to expose your womanhood. His finger pads are rough as they rub at your slit. Part of you bit back a whine as they attempt to collect any wetness. Then the sound of him spitting on it shocks you. That was new. Again, the fingers return, this time coating the slit with more saliva. As rough finger pads trace your bundle of nerves the sensation of teeth nipping at each breast.
He plunges his digits deep into your channel. A faint whine escapes your throat. Almost writhing in pleasure from the stretch. Your hips jerk up instinctively. He pulls them out to press your hips down. Then begins pumping them at a rough pace. It takes everything in you to control your breathing. This was an entirely new side to Steve, and you love it.
He notices the muscle tightening around his digits and swiftly pulls out. He rubs up and down your slit before making circles around your clit. You jerk your hips up again, which led to him cupping your mound with a harsh slap. He stokes at your folds before giving another smack. Then another, before sliding his fingers back in.
At this point youâre drunk on pleasure. Youâll do anything to cum and he knows it. He lifts a leg over his shoulders to give a full view. He begins to pump his digits to a vigorous pace. Knowing very well what he was doing. His long fingers find that sweet spot inside you. Again, he made you chase for your orgasm before denying it.
He flips you over, gripping the back of your head as he pushes it against the bed. He retrieves a pillow and places it against your underbelly. Before you've had a chance to adjust, he's already pushing in. Steve has never taken you in this position before. His length felt...different. He felt much more thicker, to the point where it was almost unbearable, almost.
You squeal into the pillow. Toes curling as he held an arm around your torso. He thrusts at a brutal pace. Your eyes roll back as he took what he wanted. Smacking your rear every now and then to feel you clench around him. He doesn't slow down nor does he falter. He's dead set on cumming right there, right now.
He lifts his leg up and pushes in as deep as he could reach. He emptied his load, warm spurts coat your walls. Filling your womb to the brim. He grunts from the sensation of it, licking the shell of your ear as he came. He backs up, letting part of his length remain inside, plugging you in.
His thumb presses against your rim. As if he were testing the waters. He collects your arousal, scooping up the slick before lathering it against your other hole. He inserts a digit in, watching you writhe in pleasure oh-so beautifully.
You felt something prodding against it. A familiar feeling. He pushes the small phallus in until it's end remains. You groan from the stretch. You don't know what it was exactly until he presses a button. It's faint buzzing has you sobbing with pleasure. You were going to tell Stevie about the vibrator, eventually. But now he was just being cruel.
He slams his length back into you. Gripping your hips hard enough to hurt. One of his hands has felt stronger than the other. As he thrusts his hips back and fourth, you lose the strength to hold your position and fall forward. He continues to plunge at a brutal pace, deepening his strokes until climaxing yet again. You were in sheer bliss. Almost passing out with pleasure.
He finally flips you over to take a good look. You fight the urge to keep your eyes shut. You've been waiting for this moment and he knows exactly what to do. Thereâs only one way to wake sleeping beauty up: A True love's kiss. And if thereâs one thing Steve loved more than anything else, it's watching his best friend cuckhold his wife.

Steve has to bite his lips to stifle the moan escaping. His eyes are hooded with lust. He delves his tongue deep into your abused channel, latching his lips on your mound as he tastes his friend's spent. He rolls his eyes back, savoring the moment with a hum. You whine from the sensation of it.
His moans send a vibration throughout your slit. It takes every muscle in your body not to cum right then and there. Steve muffles his face against your womanhood. Moving his head from side to side as he brushes his nose against your clit. He engulfs the erotic scene in front of him. Savoring every last drop. Almost losing himself in the process. When he retreats he confesses, âYou were right Buck, this was a great idea.â
Your eyes shoot open when he says those words. Steve lifts your legs up as he drags you to the end of the bed. His fingers dig into your soft flesh as he pulls you towards him. He rubs his tip against your now drenched opening, looking you dead in the eyes as he gave a command, âLook at me.â he grips your jaw in a firm grasp, growling in your face, âYou look at your husband when he's speaking to you."
Bucky can't help but smirk. He taught him well. Maybe that'll keep you from running your mouth. He retreats to the kitchen where the unopened champagne bottle was left. When he returns you're a blubbering mess. He pops the cork off, tilting the bottle over Steve's head. His friend tilts his head back, opening his mouth to capture the liquid. Bucky pours the rest onto your naked bodies. Lapping the drink from your skin.
Bucky lays right next to you as Steve lifts your body. He sits you in his friend's lap. Your eyes are shut, head bowing with shame. Until you feel Bucky's girth pressing against your rear. They shoot open as you began pleading with him, begging for Steve to make him stop. Your husband only chuckles at your measly attempt to escape.
He smiles when he sees you taking his best friend. As if Bucky were made for you. He sighs with adoration, "Thanks for the anniversary gift Buck, I shouldâve done this a long time ago," Steve rasps. His friend matches his pace, âKnew youâd like it.â Bucky moans, grunting as you took both of them in.
Hidden Treasure (Part 10)
Arranged Marriage AU: Dark!Tommy Shelby x Wife!Reader
Warning(s): Drugging, Kidnapping
Author's note(s): Alfie has a surprise for our reader!
For once, during the entire time youâve spent married to him, Tommy Shelby had fallen asleep first. He spoons you from behind. Allowing an arm to drape over your mid drift. As if his subconscious was afraid of losing you. But it was far too late. Mentally, you were long gone.

You stare out a window while brushing your fingers through his raven locks. He slept just like Charlie. He looked innocent doing so. A child like his had no choice but to be dragged into this lifestyle. You remember the effort Tommy would put, all for the sake of his sonâs happiness. He wasâis a good father.

You slowly drag yourself out of bed. Careful not to wake him up. You slip into a robe before heading down the stairwell. You couldnât sleep. Hopefully things will have settled down and Finn would arrive here soon. You pour yourself a glass of water before taking a seat in the kitchen.
Then, all of a sudden, you heard footsteps. It came from the staircase. You follow the sound. Already regretting ever stepping out of bed. You shouldâve known Tommy would be up and alert as soon as you tried sneaking out. There was a nervous coil in your stomach. You try your best not to tear up, but the thought of what his next punishment would be terrifies you.
When you reach the stairwell there was no one in sight, âT-tommy? Tommy is that you-â someone holds your shoulder in a firm grip before pulling you towards them. Before you get a chance to scream a hand reaches in, muffling your cries. A familiar voice hushes you, âShh! Itâs me Finn!â he removes his hand to give you time to breathe, âFinn...whereâs Charlie?â
âDonât worry about him, we need to get you out of here,â he leads you out of the house quietly. All thanks to Tommy, who made sure to give each member of the Shelby family a key to his house. As soon as youâve stepped outside thereâs a car waiting outside. The youngest Shelby ushers you in, âHere. take this,â he hands you a bag full of money, âIâll buy you some time, go,â

âOh Finn..thank you,â you give him a quick peck on the cheek. He smirks from the sweet gesture. Finn makes sure to wait in the house until he was sure that the car was out of sight. Now the real task was how he would stall his older brother.

Your driver didnât brother starting conversation. He only kept his eyes glued to the road ahead. A light trickling of rain starts to get heavier by the minute. You try relaxing despite the loud pattering of water hitting the windows. A loud boom of thunders startles you, and suddenly the car stops, âWeâre arrived to your destination madame,â
âThank you...â
This was it. There was no turning back now. Each step you took felt heavier than the next, and before you knew it you were in front of the door. One knock was all it took for someone to answer. When the man had opened the door he made sure to look around for any unwanted followers, âNow whatâs this eh?â
âAre you Mr. Alfie Solomons?â
âWhoâs asking?â

âI am,"
He tries shutting the door closed but you block it, âWait! wait please! hear me out! I was sent by a member of the Peaky Blinders! Itâs urgent!â
He stops and sighs, âFucks sakeâŠdo the blinders ever sleep? Alright, come in, before you catch a cold,â He opens the door, and you follow him inside. You told Alfie every important detail. From the marriage negotiations to the deal that would unite both of your families, along with the many reasons why you wanted to leave. You hadnât told him the entirety of your marital discord, only what you were comfortable with sharing.
Alfie nods and adds a side comment every now and then. By the time you were finished he still remained poise as ever, âFascinating story love it really is.â He looks down to the table, his eyes linger at your cup, âLet me get you another one yeah? You can relax now,â he quickly retrieves the dish before making his way to the kitchen. You let out a long sigh of relief, âThank you sir,â you would be forevermore grateful to have met this man.

He was a bit rough around the edges, but over all a softie deep down. Alfie stops to take the tray with him on his way to the kitchen. You glance down at the cups. Now realizing what had just happened. Alfie never took a sip from his tea. You stand straight only to take a few wobbly steps away from the man in front of you. He stares your way but not at you. NoâŠit was towards the person standing behind you. Before you could turn around to see who it was you succumb to a deep slumber. The last thing you felt were sturdy arms holding you up.
Alfie looks up to his companion before sitting himself down, âMy heart is broken Tommyâyou know it really is, I thought we were best friends you and I,â he holds a hand to his chest. Tommyâs patience was running thin, âYou took my wife,â he cocks a gun at him, âGive me one good reason why I shouldnât shoot you,â
âNow donât get it twisted, yeah? She came to me, begging to be taken away from her evil husband,â
Tommy still glaring at the man, tucks his gun away. Alfie shifts in his chair and sighs, âYou couldâve at least invited me to your wedding mate,â

During the car ride you slid in and out of consciousness. Those few minutes had felt like hours. When the car stops you start weeping, âN-no, no pleaseâŠdonât make me go back in thereâŠ!â You clutch into his arm and plead for forgiveness. Tommy had to drag you out. Your nails dig into the backseat.
Whatever Alfie had given you made you more hysterical that youâve ever felt before. You muster all your energy to flail a leg right on his face, causing a crunching sound to come from his nose. He stumbles from the blow. To your surprise, the kick had been harder than expected. But not hard enough to yield his advances. Tommy hauls you into his arms, as if he were parent dealing with a stubborn infant. You were so, so close. Yet it was all for nothing.