So this story came about because of several things. First, all these season 2 stories lately made my mind drift back to those angsty times. Second, I was rereading sillyrabbit519's fic "A Matter of Infinite Hope" and this idea that Pam could never live up to this fantasy Pam that Jim had stuck with me. Thirdly, I've always wanted to explore this another idea that's been tossed around about Jim and Pam not being ready to be together at the end of season two. That they had to suffer through that whole Stamford/Karen/Roy part II debacle in order to achieve the epic Pam/Jim-ness that we love.

So. Here is my attempt. It's a one-shot (probably). What if Jim and Pam had gotten together after Casino Night?