Months later:

I sigh and wipe my sweaty palms on my pants. I've endured months of strength and fight training for the biggest role I've ever had. After Tom had to leave with Harrison for filming, I had a meeting with the casting agents to get all the details. Turns out, I'm the newest addition to the Marvel superheroes and get to be featured in the next Spiderman film.

The big catch? Tom and most of the cast has no clue.

My phone rings with the same ringtone that happens everyday like clockwork. I can't hide the smile that dances across my features at the sight of Tom's contact on my screen. "Hey, babe." I cheer and prop the phone between my shoulder and ear as I grab my things. "How's filming going? Miss me too much yet?"

"I'm always missing you too much." He retorts happily. "And to answer the first question, filming is going great. Exhausting, but great. Any updates on your super-secret project?"

"Actually, yes. I'm leaving for filming soon, which is very exciting. It will be nice to have all this training and work used for something after so long." I sigh and bite my lip to keep from spilling the secret. "I really hope the schedules work out so we can see each other soon. Three months feels like an eternity."

"Especially after nine years apart." Tom adds on with a heavy sigh. "Don't worry, love. We'll find a way to see each other soon. I'm so sorry to cut this short, but I have to be back on set. I love you."

"Love you too, Tom." I sigh and toss my phone in my bag. Despite the work, every day has seemed to drag by in anticipation of getting on set and seeing Tom again. Now, it's finally here. Marvel is ready for me to join production and give Tom the surprise of his life.

"Oh my gosh. Your costume is probably the best thing I've ever seen." F/N cheer as we both look over the epic costume created for me. "Obsidian is a total badass."

"She really is." I agree before the nerves start to resettle. "And I just got super nauseated again at the realization that this is really happening."

"Don't worry, Y/NN. I'm sure F/N, Tom, and I have enough faith in you to suffice." Harrison teases, and I immediately bound towards him in excitement. "It's great to see you too. Tom is going to lose his mind when he finds out though."

"I'm looking forward to it." I laugh and bounce on my feet. "Still, this is just so crazy."

"Miss L/N, you're needed on set." A production assistant informs me and breaks up the conversation. I give them a quick thank you before turning back to my friends. They both offer me encouragements and smiles as we sneak off for the grand surprise.

By the time we get there, filming is just about to start, which means everyone is rushing about to get the last minute details prepped for the scene. I'm reminded of my lines and the events of the scene before I'm ushered out of sight for the grand reveal.

I watch as the underground scene starts with Tom dressed up as Peter Parker. My heart races as my cue inches closer with every second. Jake delivers his line, and I take a deep breath before rounding the corner and smirking beneath a half mask to 'Fury.' "Sorry, I'm late, but you know me, boss. I can't refuse a chance to make a good entrance."

"It's fine. I'm just glad you decided to show up." Fury complains as he shakes his head at me. "Obsidian, you already know Mysterio, but there's someone else I'd like you to meet. He's new so play nice. That is Spiderman."

I turn towards Tom and make sure to stay in character. "No need for introductions with this one. We already know each other." I smile at Fury as I take off the mask with a smirk. "Long time no see, Peter Parker."

Tom's mouth drops in shock at the sight of me. Whether from surprise at seeing me or he's just playing up his character's reaction. "Wait—Clara? Is that really you?"

"In the flesh." I tease. "Although, most people call me 'Obsidian' these days, but I guess I'm not the only one that changed—Spiderman." Tom continues to stare at me with wide, shocked eyes as we continue with the rest of the short scene.

"Cut." The director calls, and the moment he does, I turn back to Tom.

"Surprise?" I ask him as he still looks at me with that unbelieving look. He doesn't say anything for a long moment before he runs over to me and lifts me up. "I'm taking this as you're happy to see me?"

"Happy doesn't quite describe it." He tells me between heavy breaths and kisses my nose. "So this was the big job you got? Why didn't you tell me?"

"Yes, and I couldn't! Marvel asked me to not say anything since my character is supposed to be a bit of a secret until the release. I wasn't allowed to tell anyone about it. Plus, I definitely wasn't going to give up an opportunity to surprise you like this." I press my lips against his and instinctively melt under his touch. "I missed you so much."

"You have no idea how much I've missed you too." Tom lets out a deep sigh and wraps an arm around my waist as we clear out for the next scene to be prepped. "I have to introduce you to everyone! Don't worry—no one will say anything publicly about us dating, but they'll all be so excited to meet you."

"And I'm excited to meet them. We will be working together for a while after all." I beam and get excited all over again as I relay the details of my new job to Tom—from the appearance in this film, to the possible romance between our characters inspired by our personal history, and the chance for me to have a solo film. "It's just so crazy. I never thought something like this would happen. Best part is—they didn't even know our history until after I got the part, which means I never have to question if our relationship affected their decision."

"See? I always knew that anyone who saw you perform would love you. Now, you have proof of that." He smiles and kisses my temple before tugging me along. "There's the group. C'mon, you've gotta meet everyone."

The rest of the usual cast cheers and greets Tom with smile, bro hugs, and fist bumps. I force myself not to shrink or hide at the misfit feeling of being next to the well-known stars. "Oh my gosh, you must be Y/N. Tom literally hasn't shut up about you since we got here." Jacob smiles and pulls me into a hug. "It's nice to finally meet the infamous childhood friend turned girlfriend."

"It's nice to meet you too. Tom is always talking about how awesome you all are and how much he loves working with you." I gush and fidget with my fingers. Tom seems to notice and takes my hand in his to relieve my nerves. The feeling of him tracing patterns over my knuckles helps to ease the rising anxiety in my chest.

"Not gonna brag, but she's actually the newest Marvel superhero." Tom states with pride to the group, and I playfully smack his chest. "What? Can't I be a proud boyfriend."

"Yes, but not if it means embarrassing me." I sass and turn back to the group. "Anyway, it's nice to meet you all now that I'm joining the Marvel team, which is still so hard to believe."

"Well, from what we've seen and heard, it's not a surprise." Zendaya encourages. "And it's always nice to have another girl join us."

We all chat for a little while until we're split up for filming and such, but each of us makes a promise to hang out again soon and get to know each other. I end up sticking with Tom since he's scheduled to be done soon and can spend the rest of the day together.

"So, just a heads up, this might be a bit awkward." Tom warns me with hands on my shoulders. "It's a romance scene. If you want to go hang out with Harrison, that's fine. I just don't want you to be uncomfortable."

"I'll be fine. I know it's just part of our job, and you're just friends with Z." Tom doesn't seem convinced. Especially with my crossed arms and shifting feet. "Seriously, don't worry about me, babe. Just go."

Tom is hesitant at first, but in the end, he quickly pecks my lips and goes for his scene. It is honestly so much worse than I thought. Because while my head and heart both know that Tom is nothing more than friends with Zendaya, it hurts to see them acting all romantic.

Although, all tension and worry is lost after the 'grand kiss scene' ends and Tom pulls away with an odd look on his face. "Is it just me or was that the most awkward thing ever? Also, what did you steal from the craft table?"

"I agree. It's like kissing my brother, and I grabbed a cookie." Zendaya agrees and shakes her head. "Makes no sense why people think we're a couple or could ever be. Don't worry, Y/N, he's all yours."

"That I am." Tom chimes in with a beaming smile. "So, how about dinner, my love?"

"Sounds perfect. I'm looking forward to making up for lost time."

"Me too, darling, me too. Because one thing I learned after years apart is to make every moment with you matter."