sitting in your partner's lap Sam/Tommy
Hdjdv. Been kinda…waffling with this cause I did have a fic where Sam was a stripper in Modern Day but…it wasn’t very well recieved so I deleted it to re-work it but then ultimately decided to scrap it all together,so I hope this is better since I have more skills in classic burlesque than stripping.
Playlist Inspo here
Tommy crossed his ankles in the velvet chair as his warm brown eyes never left the lit stage and the band setting up their instruments as the red curtain seemed to move with the suave beat. Earlier that day, he was given a free ticket to that night’s monthly burlesque show by Paulie, who claimed he had other matters to attend to.
Confused, Tom took the ticket and once back home, he agonized over what to wear as Sam stepped from the shower wrapped in a fluffy, white robe and slippers. “You look terrified. Is everything alright?” he asked worriedly and walked over to his boyfriend. “Hm? Oh. Well Paulie gave me this ticket to a burlesque show and..well, I’ve never been to one so trying to find what to wear is…a challenge.”
Sam’s frown slowly morphed into a coy smile and ran a single finger down Tommy’s chest as he nibbled his lower lip. “Anything you wear looks amazing on you. Your figure is just…” As he waxed poetics, Tom felt Sam’s hands slide downwards to his hips and grip them tightly as he kissed his cheek. “If you must know, the dress code is formal.” he added with a teasing wink before sashaying away to get dressed.
When Tom finally decided on an outfit, Sam was already gone with Paulie who ‘needed’ him to run a few errands with him, so he showered and shaved alone and got dressed. After he splashed on a bit of cologne Sam got him for Christmas and fixed his hair, he climbed into his car and drove to the Blue Tropics, heart thudding.
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“Are you sure?” Paulie asked backstage as Sam did his makeup. “Yes. We’ve been dating for awhile now and it’s only fair to not keep something like this from him.” His best friend smiled and kissed his cheek. “Well either way, I’m here for you always.” Sam smiled and kissed Paulie’s cheek in return before he resumed his previous task at hand.
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The main lights soon went down and the band started to play as a gorgeous woman in an elaborate purple outfit came on stage like a panther stalking it’s prey and started to sway her hips to the music, the audience’s attention solely focused on her,Tommy’s included as he sipped on his wine.
After her breathtaking routine, the woman slipped on a purple robe and tied it before taking the microphone. “Good evening ladies and gentlemen. My name is Lovely Luscious and I will be your MC for this evening and can I say we have a powerhouse lineup for you all. Now there are a few ground rules that will be followed by everyone, no exceptions.”
“First rule is we do not boo. These performers have put time and energy into these routines and costumes and it takes someone with strong fortitude to do what they do. Cheer, clap, stop your feet. That means we’re doing our jobs. Secondly, keep the hands above the tables please. I do not want the janitors to be cleaning up….your enthusiasm after the show. And thirdly, consent is sexy. Do not put your hands on the performer unless they let you since our girls travel around the room and we will give the same respect to you.”
“Well, we got the serious stuff out of the way, so I guess that means we can start the show. Now for our first performer, hailing from Empire Bay, she’s the queen of sass with a whole lot of ass. It’s Lady Vivianne!!” Tommy watched each performer and tipped accordingly as he clapped with the rest, genuinely enjoying himself. “Our last performer before intermission is a special one. She is a New Heaven native and actually got her start here on this very stage and now travels the world dazzling hearts everywhere. It is with great pride and pleasure to bring to the stage, my burlesque daughter, Sally DeTeese!”
Tom’s eyes widened when the most gorgeous woman he’s ever seen slinked from behind the curtain and the music suddenly turned into something more sensual and private, something meant to be hidden behind closed doors. As each article of clothing was removed and she moved closer, Tom felt a nagging feeling that he wasn’t too sure about. The woman slowly straddled his lap as she danced, slowly taking off her bra and gazed into Tommy’s eyes with a knowing smile. “Sa-“ Tom whispered as Sam bit his lip and leaned over to kiss his cheek before moving back to the stage to finish her routine.
Finally all of the pieces clicked in Tommy’s brain and he felt a surge of warmth flow through him as he realized that Sam essentially revealed who he truly was in such a vunerable setting. He tamped down the sudden jealousy at the rest of the audience seeing something so raw and personal and accepted another glass of wine.
The second half of the show was even more jaw dropping than the first and Tom whooped and clapped as Sam did an elaborate, yet alluring aerial act, eyes always being drawn back to him. By the end of the show, Sam made his way to Tommy and fiddled with his bag, dressed in his regular outfit. “You. You are absolutely wonderful. No matter who you are, I will accept you for you. That’s what I fell deeply in love with when we first met.” Tom murmured and tucked a strand of hair behind Sam’s ear as the man bit his lower lip.
Tommy pulled Sam closer and teased a few kisses to his neck and ear before he pressed their lips together in a fiery, yet sensual kiss, only pulling away to catch his breath. “Tommy….thank you. I didn’t know how you would react cause of…” Tom hushed Sam’s rambling with another quick kiss. “I understand, sugarbean.I’m blessed and honored to have not only seen true artistry but to see how you express yourself in ways words can’t. I love you so so much and I’ lm so proud of you.”
That night, Tommy slowly took Sam apart and learned a little bit more about his partner and about himself as well, and as Tom stroked Sam’s head on his sweaty chest, he felt truly complete.
