The Former Spy

The day after Queen Elizabeth II's funeral, the world woke up to headlines that echoed the impact of that historic moment. Newspapers and social media were filled with emotional images of members of the royal family, world leaders in attendance and, to the surprise of many, Kim Kardashian's low-key boyfriend Tom, in a prominent position among public figures and former British military personnel.

On news sites and social media platforms, the photos of Tom in formal uniform, alongside Harry and William, generated an explosion of curiosity. Before that, he had been known to the public only as Kim Kardashian's mysterious ex-British military boyfriend. Now, the world was beginning to realize that he was much more than that.

First thing in the morning, Kim woke up to her phone vibrating incessantly. Notifications, messages and mentions of Tom filled her Instagram and Twitter feeds. As soon as she opened the first news story, she found a catchy headline:

"Who is Tom, Kim Kardashian's boyfriend who attended the Queen's funeral alongside princes and ex-military personnel?"

The article detailed Tom's presence at the funeral, explaining that he had strong ties to the monarchy and an illustrious career as an agent for the SAS and MI6. Speculation immediately ran wild, and several news stories began to appear with even more sensational headlines:

"Is Kim Kardashian's boyfriend a military legend? Royal family meetings and medals of honour reveal details of the mysterious Briton."

"Tom: the elite agent who won the hearts of Kim Kardashian and the princes."

Kim read a few excerpts of the articles and felt a mixture of pride and concern. She knew that Tom had a discreet relationship with the media, and the idea that his life would be exposed in such an intense way bothered her. At the same time, seeing the admiring comments about his character and his heroic past made her happy.

She picked up the phone and decided to call him, who was still in London. He answered after a few rings.

"Kim! What a nice surprise to hear your voice," he said, with a tired but warm tone.

"Tom, you won't believe it…" she began, laughing a little. "The internet and the media are all abuzz because of you. There are pictures of you with Harry and William, and it seems like everyone wants to know more about you."

Tom gave a low laugh, almost resigned.

"I figured that might happen. I guess there's not much way to escape the media's curiosity, considering your visibility and… well, considering I was next to the princes at the funeral."

Kim sighed, feeling the weight of that unexpected exposure.

"I know you don't like a lot of attention, Tom. I just wanted you to know that I'm here if you need support or…" she hesitated, searching for the words "…anything to deal with this."

"Thank you, Kim," he replied, with tenderness in his voice. "You don't need to worry. Standing beside my former comrades and paying tribute was something I needed to do, and it was great to be with William and Harry at this time. They have supported me as much as I have supported them."

As Tom spoke to Kim, social media continued to buzz. On Instagram and Twitter, theories about him were being circulated. Kim's fans and royal followers shared screenshots of photos from the funeral with admiring comments:

@RoyalObsessed: "Who would have thought Kim Kardashian's boyfriend would have so much influence and respect among the British elite! This man is a true legend."

@KardashianFanClub: "Guys, he has more medals than anyone! Kim deserves this gentleman of class and strength."

@UKDailyRumor: "I had no idea Kim's boyfriend Tom was so close to the royals. Does he know secrets about the SAS? He is a true hero."

In another viral post, a fan posted a photo of Tom in a formal position, next to William and Harry, with the caption:

"He looks like something out of a spy movie. Now we know why Kim chose him! He has the presence of James Bond."

These comments not only increased Tom's popularity on social media, but also sparked a debate about the kind of life he had led before meeting Kim. Users began to speculate about the secret missions and events he had participated in. Some theories even included exaggerations about global espionage and clandestine operations, making it clear the public's fascination with his image as an enigmatic hero.

At Kim's house, the mood was a mix of surprise and admiration. Khloe, Kendall, Kourtney and Kylie were overwhelmed by the amount of news about Tom and began sharing some of the most popular posts in the family's message group.

"Kim, your boyfriend is a superstar now!" — Khloe said, sending a link to a news article that mentioned Tom as a "secret hero".

Kylie sent a string of wide-eyed emojis, followed by a message:

"This is so serious! Tom was already amazing, but now everyone knows."

Kim laughed at the messages, but deep down she wondered how Tom would react to so much exposure. She knew his reserved nature and knew that he never sought fame. It was something that put him in contrast to the highly visible world of the Kardashian-Jenners.

Kourtney also commented:

"I always said he had a mysterious hero vibe. And now the whole world is seeing it."

For Kim, the family's joy was comforting, because everyone there understood how happy Tom made her. But, at the same time, she worried about the peace and privacy that he always valued.

In the United Kingdom, news about Tom spread with enthusiasm and respect. Journalists and ex-military personnel commented on Tom's profile, highlighting him as someone who He earned the respect of both royals and his former special forces colleagues.

In an interview, a former military commander said:

"Tom has always been one of our best. He was exceptionally committed to his country and demonstrated bravery on several missions. Seeing that he was there to pay tribute to the Queen alongside the princes only confirms the character and loyalty he has always had."

These statements were quickly shared on the internet, adding even more to Tom's heroic and enigmatic aura. The British public, in turn, showed enormous respect, and many felt proud that a compatriot with such an honorable trajectory was in the spotlight.

After the funeral and the formal meetings, Tom returned to the hotel and finally had time to check social media and news. He saw the headlines, the comments from Kim's fans and the theories that were emerging about him. Part of him felt uncomfortable with all the attention, but at the same time, he realized that it was inevitable.

His phone rang, and it was a message from Harry.

Harry: "Great Tom, you're dominating the media here. I knew they'd love your story. Welcome to our world! Haha."

He smiled at his friend's message, knowing that Harry understood the duality of a public and private life. Tom responded with a good-natured tone:

Tom: "It seems like I now know how you feel every day. But don't worry, I'll stay focused and remember what really matters."

After replying to the message, Tom took a deep breath. He knew that, despite all the headlines and speculation, there was something unbreakable inside him. He was still the same man who risked his life countless times for his country and who was now happy with Kim, a person who understood and accepted him.

By the end, he knew his life had changed forever not just because of the headlines, but because now, more than ever, he was committed to his own happiness and the new future he was beginning to build with Kim.

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