SITE FOR SORE EYES - CHAPTER 38
Title: Site for Sore Eyes - Chapter 38
Author: iantosdreamer46
Genre: AU
Pairings/Characters: Ianto/Jack, Tosh/Owen, Gwen/Rhys, Chris/Damien
Summary:Jack is the owner of a construction company and has been asked by his two friends to build their new house in Cardiff. Ianto goes to work for Jack after leaving London and his ex girlfriend.
Rating: NC-17 Overall
Wordcount: 3,604
Disclaimer: I own none of the characters, they belong to the BBC and RTD, I just like to experiment with them from time to time.
A/N I've discovered that AU's are addictive. This is forzazajbwho started me with these and I hope it goes someway to making her smile.
A/N2 Apologies for any of you who are getting this multiple times, it's cross posted
A/N3 Some of the incidents that are mentioned in the story have actually happened. They were incidents that were on sites I've worked
When Ianto woke the following morning, Jack was propped up on one elbow watching him.
“Morning Jack, how long have you been awake?”
“Oh, about twenty minutes, I’ve been watching you sleep. You are beautiful Yan. I don’t know what I’d do if anything happened to you.”
Ianto sat up, the covers falling away from his body. Jack took a deep breath, he still couldn’t believe how gorgeous this young man was. “Hey Jack” Ianto placed a hand on Jack’s cheek and slowly stroked his thumb across it. “I’m not going anywhere and nothing is going to happen to me. I’m here for as long as you want me. And….I hope that’s going to be for a long time.” He leant down to kiss him. Jack parted his lips to allow Ianto’s tongue instant entry. Allowing him to map out every contour of Jack’s mouth, sending shivers down both their spines.
There was a knock at the door. Ianto quickly pulled away from Jack, then shuffled down in the bed so he was under the covers. Jack smiled. As much as Ianto was adventurous when they were on their own, he was still self conscious at showing his beautiful body when anyone else was around, unless he was on site working. Jack remembered the sight of a shirtless Ianto, hard hat on his head, laying bricks with the rest of the workers. His reaction below the waist was obvious beneath the thin cotton sheet and when Ianto shouted come in Chris smiled at the sight of two gorgeous men before him. Jack’s reaction not going unnoticed by Chris or Ianto.
Ianto was about to reach under the sheet then remembered they were not alone.
“Hey don’t stop on my account.”
Ianto blushed, and Jack felt for his hand.
“Morning Chris, what brings you in here this early?”
“Oh just want to know if you two lovers wanted any breakfast? Damien is cooking a full English.”
“Mmmnn sounds good, is he doing black pudding?”
“Yep”
“Count me in. Ianto what about you?”
“Yeah, but not the black pudding, yeuk!”
“No, I can see Ianto gets extra for his breakfast before he gets out of bed!”
Ianto blushed an even deeper red.
“Chris, we’ll be down in about five minutes, tell Damien thanks.” Chris left. “Yan, what are you worrying about? Chris will never change and when he says stuff like that it means he likes you. Approves of you if you like. Stop your worrying.” Jack kissed him. “Now if we don’t get down and eat, Damien will not be forgiving.”
He watched his young man get out of their bed and pull on his clothes. Jack wanted so much to make love to him but they’d promised to have breakfast so he’d have to wait.
“Erm Jack, if you don’t get a move on it’s you Damien is going to be mad at.”
“I was just drinking in the view.”
“Oh and what might that be?”
“You, my gorgeous lover.”
Ianto turned to watch Jack get out of their bed. “Mmm I know what you mean, the view from over his is gorgeous too.” He made his way over to Jack, spun him around and planted a passionate kiss on Jack’s lips. Reaching down his hand to Jack’s arousal, he palmed a hand over it, then left Jack open mouthed as he went down to eat.
“Ianto Jones I’ll have you for that!”
“Promises, promises Captain!” And he was gone.
When Jack finally made his way into the kitchen the three men were chatting and laughing. “I hear Ianto’s on a promise later Jack?”
“Oh yeah Damien, after what he’s just done.” He laughed.
“So, are you looking forward to tonight Jack?”
“Not sure. I don’t know whether to be excited, scared or….not to be bothered. I don’t know why I’ve been nominated, there are better company’s than mine.”
“Jack, you have got a fantastic reputation around Wales. I’ve been doing some investigating.”
“Oh yeah? Why Chris?”
“Just to see what other people think about you. I’ve known you a long time, so I’m biased. I just wanted a broader view. And from what I’ve heard, no-one has got a bad word for you.”
“Thanks Chris, but we’ll just have to wait and see.”
“You both got your dinner suit ready for tonight?”
“Yeah, although Ianto’s missing his bow tie.”
“I’ve looked everywhere, but….can’t find it.”
“No worries, you can borrow one of mine.”
“Thanks Damien.”
“Damien, have you still got that deep red one with the matching cummerbund?”
“Yeah, why?”
“Would you let Yan borrow those? He looks hot in red.” Ianto blushed, “and I want him to look hot for me tonight.” Jack reached out a hand and placed it on his lovers thigh.
“No problem Jack, they’re in the chest of drawers in our room. I’ll go find them for you.”
For the remainder of the day Jack and Ianto relaxed and watched Ianto’s favourite Bond films. They both commented on how good Daniel Craig looked as he came out of the sea in the remake of Casino Royale.
They must have fallen asleep curled up together because it was only when Jack heard Damien shouting his name did he move.
“Well boys you can’t stay there all night, you’ve got to go pick up your award.”
“Who says I’m getting one?”
“Hey Jack, there’s no-one out there as good as you. So come on move yourselves and go have a good time.”
“Yan, sweetheart”
“Mmm I love you cariad.”
“Yes my love, I know you do, but we have to get ready.”
“Ready for bed, yes please.” Ianto said dreamily.
Damien smiled, he thought Ianto was the nicest person he’d met for a long time and was clearly so much in love with Jack. He had to agree with Chris their two friends made a gorgeous couple.
“Yan, sweetheart, wake up, we need to get changed for the awards party.”
“What? Oh sorry Jack, was in a lovely sleep, you were…..”
“I’d rather not know what Jack here was doing to you. I’ve just brought you that tie and cummerbund you wanted.”
Ianto realised what he was about to say and blushed “Oh….er….thanks Damien. I’ll look after them.”
“No worries, now come on, what time have you got to be there?”
“It begins at 7.30 so I’d like to be there for about 7, what’s the time now?”
“Five. That’s why we thought we should wake you. Although you both looked gorgeous lying there together.”
“Oh yeah, when you’ve got someone like Yan here, it’s not difficult.”
“Come on then Jack,” Ianto was blushing again, “we had better go get ready. Besides aren’t we picking Dawn and Gray up?”
“Oh, erm, sorry, I completely forgot. Gray rang, he said he’d make his own way there. Something about your parents wanting to drop him off. It’s the only way they are going to see you.”
“Ah! They have been on at me to go around, but I’ve been busy.” He looked at Ianto and smiled.
“Oh yeah, we’ve seen and heard how busy you’ve been!”
Ianto blushed again “Yan you really don’t know what that does to me do you?” Jack turned and pulled Ianto towards him, it was the only way he could hide the reaction in his trousers.
“I didn’t, but I’m beginning to.” As he felt his own reaction mirror Jack’s.
“Well Mr Jones, we had better go have a shower and get ready. Dawn wouldn’t be too happy with us if we were late picking her up. She’s mild mannered in the office, but never cross her, you’ll regret it.” Jack laughed.
They left Damien and within half an hour they were showered and getting dressed. Ianto watched Jack fastening his shirt and marvelled that no matter what Jack wore, he always looked good. He noticed Jack was having problems fastening his cufflinks so Ianto went to help. The cufflinks were in the shape of the letter T, but they looked like they’d been crafted in tiny bricks. The bricks were red and white crystals and glistened in the light.
“Jack, these are beautiful”
“Thank you. Mom and Dad bought them for me. They had them specially made when I opened Torchwood House. I don’t wear them very often, they’re too precious and I don’t want to lose them. I keep them for special occasions.”
“I love them they’re gorgeous, just like you cariad.” He leant in and kissed Jack passionately.
“Right, that’s me dressed, we’d better get you sorted.”
“I’m afraid I’ve only got plain gold cufflinks.”
“Hey it doesn’t matter what you’ve got, the thing is you’re going with me as my partner and that’s the best reward of the evening. I want you to relax, have a great time and just be yourself. Everyone is going to think I’ve already won when they see me with the most gorgeous man in Cardiff.”
“But Jack….what if….what if people don’t like me. If they think I’m with you for your money, the business, that I just got the job because you were….shagging me.”
“Ianto, stop right there. Where on earth has that come from? What makes you say things like that?”
“Oh, I heard Gwen say something to Rhys the other day about it being the reason I got the job.”
“Don’t you dare start thinking that, you and I didn’t begin anything until last week. Stop worrying. You, Ianto Jones are the best thing that’s happened to me ever. Now come on let’s get you dressed. I’m going to show you off because I love you and want everyone to know that. I know it’s not going to be easy for you, I understand you’re going to be scared, but I’m not going to leave your side all night. Gray, Dawn, Tosh and Owen will be there for you too.”
“I know they will be, I’m sorry Jack.”
“Don’t be sorry. I know this hasn’t been easy for you, but you’ve shown me how much you love me. Anytime it gets difficult for you tonight tell me and we can escape.”
“But it’s your night Jack, it’s important.”
“Nothing is more important than you. So….if we have to leave, then we will.”
“No Jack, if there’s one thing I’ve learnt this last couple of weeks, it’s that I love you with all my heart and no-one is going to change that. Everyone deserves to find someone to love, and I’ve found you. So, come on let’s go, otherwise we’ll be late picking Dawn up. But I’d hate to be in your shoes cariad when Gray realises you’ve set him up.” He laughed.
Jack watched Ianto get ready and as he was fastening his tie he turned around. Jack’s breath was taken away, Ianto looked gorgeous. The red tie and cummerbund were hot on his young man. He had to hold on to the dressing table otherwise his legs would have buckled under him.
“Wow Yan, you….look….fantastic.”
“Is the tie and….”
“Yes it’s, wow. There’s only one problem.”
“What’s that Jack?”
“You look so good I want to rip your clothes from you and take you right here, right now.”
“Well Captain, you’re just going to have to wait till we get home.” He left Jack staring as he walked out of the room. He purposely shoved both hands in his trouser pockets to pull the fabric tighter across his arse. The last thing Ianto heard when he left the room was Jack’s guttural moan. Ianto smiled to himself, pleased that he’d had the desired effect on his lover.
They said goodbye to Chris and Damien who wished Jack break a leg!
“Jack I may be a bit stupid here but what did Chris mean?”
“Oh it’s bad luck to say good luck in the theatre. The saying break a leg stems from how many curtain calls a play or leading man/woman would get. The more they got the tougher it was on their legs and they took their bows. It was thought the more your legs ached the better your play was. The saying has stuck.”
“Oh right.”
“I’ve just texted Dawn and she’ll be waiting for us.” He looked across at Ianto who appeared to be staring out of the window. “You ok my love?”
“Yeah Jack, I am.” Ianto placed a hand on Jack’s thigh as he drove.
Dawn saw them pull up and shouted a goodbye to her parents as she glided to the SUV.
“Wow Dawn you look fantastic.”
“Thanks boys. You both look gorgeous and Ianto that red really suits you.”
“Mmm I have to second that Dawn. He’s going to be the talk of the night and everyone is going to be so jealous when they realise I’m going home with him.” Jack reached across and squeezed Ianto’s hand.
“Hey, I thought Gray was coming?”
“Why are you missing him?”
“What….oh….erm?”
“Come on Dawn, tell the truth.”
“I….er….I, you haven’t said anything to him have you Jack?”
“No, I haven’t, so don’t worry. He has no idea you’re going to be there.”
“Thanks Jack, I don’t really know what I’m going to say to him.”
“Oh I’m sure you’ll find something to say….or do!”
“Thanks for that Jack. Ianto, you’re quiet, you ok?”
“Yeah Dawn, I am thanks. Just….well just a bit worried what people are going to say about me.”
“Ianto, you are gorgeous, you make Jack happy, as Jack says there are a lot of people who are going to be jealous of both of you. When Jack told me you two were together, I couldn’t have been happier. He’s been on his own too long, you are just what he needed. And by the looks you’ve been giving each other, no one can deny how much you love one another.”
“Thank you Dawn, you don’t know how much that means to me.”
“Ok guys, we’ve arrived, let’s go have some fun and see who else is here.” Jack parked the SUV and jumped out, ran around and opened both Ianto’s and Dawn’s doors. Helping both of them out Jack kissed Dawn on the cheek then Ianto on the lips.
Breaking apart, Ianto had to take a deep breath “Mmm I can take more of that cariad.”
Jack whispered, “I’ve saved the best till later, and no matter what the outcome here tonight, I’m the winner.”
“How do you work that one out?”
“I’ve got the hottest man in Cardiff in my bed tonight.” He threaded his arm around Dawn’s waist as Ianto entwined his fingers with Jack’s. They made their way to the rest of the party from Torchwood Construction.
“Good evening Tosh, Owen. Is Gray here yet?” Jack noticed Dawn turn a lovely shade of pink.
“Oh he’s over there talking to the secretary from Darnell Construction.” Owen pointed to where Gray was talking to a brunette.
Jack noticed Dawn glance over to look at Gray then turn her back to talk to Tosh. Jack smiled at Tosh, nodded and indicated for her to take Dawn to their table
.
“Ok, why don’t we go and find our table.” Tosh took Dawns arm and led her inside. “Look he’s going to be sat with us all night, so you’ll have a chance to talk to him properly.”
“But he’s not interested in me Tosh, I’m just being silly.”
“Nope, you’re not. He’s not been back in the country long so give him a chance. You could always ask him to dance. He’ll not be able to resist a beautiful woman like you.”
“Thanks Tosh, but….”
“No buts Dawn, you’re a beautiful woman with a great sense of humour. You have to have as you work for Jack. But seriously, he just needs a shove in the right direction and you, my friend are the one to do it. We’re going to enjoy ourselves tonight whatever the outcome and you are going to ask Gray to dance. Got that?”
“Yeah, ok, I’ll give it a go.”
“Good, now, let’s go find our seats and we’ll make sure he’s sat next to you so you can talk to him.”
“Thanks Tosh. I’m not very good at this. But with your help….”
“No problem, it will be my pleasure. And hopefully yours by the end of the evening.” The girls left to the sounds of someone shouting Jack’s name.
“Jack, hey Jack, aren’t you going to come and say hi?”
Jack felt Ianto’s hand tighten in his at the sound of Jack’s mothers voice. “Go on Jack, go say hi. I’ll be ok.”
“Nope, I’m not going without you. I’ve met your mam and your sister, I want you to meet my mom and dad. They won’t bite you, that’s my job.” He kissed his neck, seeing the look of surprise on his mom’s face.
“If you’re sure.”
“I’m sure, and don’t worry sweetheart, they will love you nearly as much as I do.”
Ianto tightened his grip on Jack’s hand. Realising his young lover was worried Jack dropped hands and wound his arm around Ianto’s waist. Approaching his parents Jack saw his mom dig his dad in the ribs and indicate over to Jack. When his dad saw his older son approaching wrapped in the arms of a young good looking man, he smiled.
“Mom, dad, how are you?”
“We’re fine, but….”
“Mom, dad, this is Ianto Jones….my partner.” Ianto held his hand out to Jack’s father who shook it, then Jack’s mother did the same. “I’m sorry I’ve not been around to see you, but I’ve been a little busy.” And he pulled Ianto closer and kissed his neck.
“Mmm so we see. Nice to meet you Mr Jones.”
“Ianto, please.”
“Ok, Ianto. Anyone that can put a silly grin back on our son’s face has to be good news. Welcome to the Harkness family.”
Ianto was a little taken aback by that last comment and looked at Jack questioningly.
“They like you Yan, I told you they would. I’m sorry mom, dad, but we’ve got to get in. Look how about Yan and I come and see you tomorrow. Maybe you could cook one of your fantastic Sunday roasts for us?”
“Ok son. Nice to meet you Ianto.”
Jack and Ianto were just going into the hotel when his mother shouted “It’s about time Jack.” He smiled “told you they were ok.”
“Yeah, I’m sorry.”
“There’s that word again, we said we weren’t going to use it anymore.”
Ianto kissed Jack, “let’s find the others.”
They found them sat at a round table near the front. Jack made sure Ianto was ok then asked what everyone wanted to drink.
“Gray, come give your brother a hand.”
“Sure Jack, no problem.”
“Right little brother, who was that you were talking to out there?”
“Oh you mean Caroline?”
“If that’s her name, yeah. I hear she works for Darnell’s.”
“Yeah I’ve known her for years, don’t you remember her from school?”
“No, but I remember James. Now he was cute.”
“Yeah Jack, he’s married with a baby on the way.”
“You can’t blame a man for trying.” The brothers laughed. “Seriously Gray, is there something between you and Caroline?”
“What? No! Her partner is the daughter of Mr Darnell, so nope, no chance there why?”
“Well Dawn’s here and I don’t want her to feel left out. Talk to her, she’s a really nice woman and you could do worse.”
“Jack Harkness are you match making?”
“So what if I am. Look she likes you, so please just be nice, you might find you have something in common other than me!”
“Ok Jack, but I’m not promising anything.”
“I know, just be yourself.”
They took the drinks and went back to the others. Jack and Tosh making sure that Gray sat next to Dawn. They relaxed slightly when the meal was served and the conversation turned to who they thought would win which award.
The tables were cleared and a bottle of champagne was deposited on each one with compliments of the Hotel. Jack was beginning to get nervous.
Ianto reached for his hand. “You ok cariad?”
“Mmm sort of sweetheart. I told myself I wouldn’t be bothered one way or another, but to tell you the truth, I’m scared.”
“Why?” He squeezed Jack’s hand.
“What if I win? What am I going to say?”
“You’ll be fine, I’m here for you. I love you.”
“Oh Yan, I’m so glad I met you, now please, kiss me.”
Ianto leant over and planted a passionate kiss on his lovers’ lips. They broke apart and realised that several people were watching them.
“You ok sweetheart?”
“Yes Jack I am.”
They were stopped from saying anything else as the compare for the evening appeared on stage.
“Good evening ladies and gentlemen and welcome to the fifth annual Welsh construction company awards. We are pleased to welcome some new faces tonight and hope that you all enjoy yourselves. Right without further ado, let’s get on with the presentations.”
Jack looked at Ianto who smiled and held tightly onto Jack’s hand. “You’ll be fine cariad. I’m here.”
An hour later the compare announced the category in which Jack’s company had been nominated.
“Ladies and gentlemen, the winner of the best working practice on site this year goes to…..”
Ianto could feel Jack’s grip getting tighter on his hand and looked lovingly at him. Jack glanced at his young man and tried to smile.
“….it goes to Torchwood Construction!”
A cheer went up from the room and Jack looked stunned.
tbc
Chapter 39 http://iantosdreamer46.livejournal.com/46210.html
Author: iantosdreamer46
Genre: AU
Pairings/Characters: Ianto/Jack, Tosh/Owen, Gwen/Rhys, Chris/Damien
Summary:Jack is the owner of a construction company and has been asked by his two friends to build their new house in Cardiff. Ianto goes to work for Jack after leaving London and his ex girlfriend.
Rating: NC-17 Overall
Wordcount: 3,604
Disclaimer: I own none of the characters, they belong to the BBC and RTD, I just like to experiment with them from time to time.
A/N I've discovered that AU's are addictive. This is forzazajbwho started me with these and I hope it goes someway to making her smile.
A/N2 Apologies for any of you who are getting this multiple times, it's cross posted
A/N3 Some of the incidents that are mentioned in the story have actually happened. They were incidents that were on sites I've worked
When Ianto woke the following morning, Jack was propped up on one elbow watching him.
“Morning Jack, how long have you been awake?”
“Oh, about twenty minutes, I’ve been watching you sleep. You are beautiful Yan. I don’t know what I’d do if anything happened to you.”
Ianto sat up, the covers falling away from his body. Jack took a deep breath, he still couldn’t believe how gorgeous this young man was. “Hey Jack” Ianto placed a hand on Jack’s cheek and slowly stroked his thumb across it. “I’m not going anywhere and nothing is going to happen to me. I’m here for as long as you want me. And….I hope that’s going to be for a long time.” He leant down to kiss him. Jack parted his lips to allow Ianto’s tongue instant entry. Allowing him to map out every contour of Jack’s mouth, sending shivers down both their spines.
There was a knock at the door. Ianto quickly pulled away from Jack, then shuffled down in the bed so he was under the covers. Jack smiled. As much as Ianto was adventurous when they were on their own, he was still self conscious at showing his beautiful body when anyone else was around, unless he was on site working. Jack remembered the sight of a shirtless Ianto, hard hat on his head, laying bricks with the rest of the workers. His reaction below the waist was obvious beneath the thin cotton sheet and when Ianto shouted come in Chris smiled at the sight of two gorgeous men before him. Jack’s reaction not going unnoticed by Chris or Ianto.
Ianto was about to reach under the sheet then remembered they were not alone.
“Hey don’t stop on my account.”
Ianto blushed, and Jack felt for his hand.
“Morning Chris, what brings you in here this early?”
“Oh just want to know if you two lovers wanted any breakfast? Damien is cooking a full English.”
“Mmmnn sounds good, is he doing black pudding?”
“Yep”
“Count me in. Ianto what about you?”
“Yeah, but not the black pudding, yeuk!”
“No, I can see Ianto gets extra for his breakfast before he gets out of bed!”
Ianto blushed an even deeper red.
“Chris, we’ll be down in about five minutes, tell Damien thanks.” Chris left. “Yan, what are you worrying about? Chris will never change and when he says stuff like that it means he likes you. Approves of you if you like. Stop your worrying.” Jack kissed him. “Now if we don’t get down and eat, Damien will not be forgiving.”
He watched his young man get out of their bed and pull on his clothes. Jack wanted so much to make love to him but they’d promised to have breakfast so he’d have to wait.
“Erm Jack, if you don’t get a move on it’s you Damien is going to be mad at.”
“I was just drinking in the view.”
“Oh and what might that be?”
“You, my gorgeous lover.”
Ianto turned to watch Jack get out of their bed. “Mmm I know what you mean, the view from over his is gorgeous too.” He made his way over to Jack, spun him around and planted a passionate kiss on Jack’s lips. Reaching down his hand to Jack’s arousal, he palmed a hand over it, then left Jack open mouthed as he went down to eat.
“Ianto Jones I’ll have you for that!”
“Promises, promises Captain!” And he was gone.
When Jack finally made his way into the kitchen the three men were chatting and laughing. “I hear Ianto’s on a promise later Jack?”
“Oh yeah Damien, after what he’s just done.” He laughed.
“So, are you looking forward to tonight Jack?”
“Not sure. I don’t know whether to be excited, scared or….not to be bothered. I don’t know why I’ve been nominated, there are better company’s than mine.”
“Jack, you have got a fantastic reputation around Wales. I’ve been doing some investigating.”
“Oh yeah? Why Chris?”
“Just to see what other people think about you. I’ve known you a long time, so I’m biased. I just wanted a broader view. And from what I’ve heard, no-one has got a bad word for you.”
“Thanks Chris, but we’ll just have to wait and see.”
“You both got your dinner suit ready for tonight?”
“Yeah, although Ianto’s missing his bow tie.”
“I’ve looked everywhere, but….can’t find it.”
“No worries, you can borrow one of mine.”
“Thanks Damien.”
“Damien, have you still got that deep red one with the matching cummerbund?”
“Yeah, why?”
“Would you let Yan borrow those? He looks hot in red.” Ianto blushed, “and I want him to look hot for me tonight.” Jack reached out a hand and placed it on his lovers thigh.
“No problem Jack, they’re in the chest of drawers in our room. I’ll go find them for you.”
For the remainder of the day Jack and Ianto relaxed and watched Ianto’s favourite Bond films. They both commented on how good Daniel Craig looked as he came out of the sea in the remake of Casino Royale.
They must have fallen asleep curled up together because it was only when Jack heard Damien shouting his name did he move.
“Well boys you can’t stay there all night, you’ve got to go pick up your award.”
“Who says I’m getting one?”
“Hey Jack, there’s no-one out there as good as you. So come on move yourselves and go have a good time.”
“Yan, sweetheart”
“Mmm I love you cariad.”
“Yes my love, I know you do, but we have to get ready.”
“Ready for bed, yes please.” Ianto said dreamily.
Damien smiled, he thought Ianto was the nicest person he’d met for a long time and was clearly so much in love with Jack. He had to agree with Chris their two friends made a gorgeous couple.
“Yan, sweetheart, wake up, we need to get changed for the awards party.”
“What? Oh sorry Jack, was in a lovely sleep, you were…..”
“I’d rather not know what Jack here was doing to you. I’ve just brought you that tie and cummerbund you wanted.”
Ianto realised what he was about to say and blushed “Oh….er….thanks Damien. I’ll look after them.”
“No worries, now come on, what time have you got to be there?”
“It begins at 7.30 so I’d like to be there for about 7, what’s the time now?”
“Five. That’s why we thought we should wake you. Although you both looked gorgeous lying there together.”
“Oh yeah, when you’ve got someone like Yan here, it’s not difficult.”
“Come on then Jack,” Ianto was blushing again, “we had better go get ready. Besides aren’t we picking Dawn and Gray up?”
“Oh, erm, sorry, I completely forgot. Gray rang, he said he’d make his own way there. Something about your parents wanting to drop him off. It’s the only way they are going to see you.”
“Ah! They have been on at me to go around, but I’ve been busy.” He looked at Ianto and smiled.
“Oh yeah, we’ve seen and heard how busy you’ve been!”
Ianto blushed again “Yan you really don’t know what that does to me do you?” Jack turned and pulled Ianto towards him, it was the only way he could hide the reaction in his trousers.
“I didn’t, but I’m beginning to.” As he felt his own reaction mirror Jack’s.
“Well Mr Jones, we had better go have a shower and get ready. Dawn wouldn’t be too happy with us if we were late picking her up. She’s mild mannered in the office, but never cross her, you’ll regret it.” Jack laughed.
They left Damien and within half an hour they were showered and getting dressed. Ianto watched Jack fastening his shirt and marvelled that no matter what Jack wore, he always looked good. He noticed Jack was having problems fastening his cufflinks so Ianto went to help. The cufflinks were in the shape of the letter T, but they looked like they’d been crafted in tiny bricks. The bricks were red and white crystals and glistened in the light.
“Jack, these are beautiful”
“Thank you. Mom and Dad bought them for me. They had them specially made when I opened Torchwood House. I don’t wear them very often, they’re too precious and I don’t want to lose them. I keep them for special occasions.”
“I love them they’re gorgeous, just like you cariad.” He leant in and kissed Jack passionately.
“Right, that’s me dressed, we’d better get you sorted.”
“I’m afraid I’ve only got plain gold cufflinks.”
“Hey it doesn’t matter what you’ve got, the thing is you’re going with me as my partner and that’s the best reward of the evening. I want you to relax, have a great time and just be yourself. Everyone is going to think I’ve already won when they see me with the most gorgeous man in Cardiff.”
“But Jack….what if….what if people don’t like me. If they think I’m with you for your money, the business, that I just got the job because you were….shagging me.”
“Ianto, stop right there. Where on earth has that come from? What makes you say things like that?”
“Oh, I heard Gwen say something to Rhys the other day about it being the reason I got the job.”
“Don’t you dare start thinking that, you and I didn’t begin anything until last week. Stop worrying. You, Ianto Jones are the best thing that’s happened to me ever. Now come on let’s get you dressed. I’m going to show you off because I love you and want everyone to know that. I know it’s not going to be easy for you, I understand you’re going to be scared, but I’m not going to leave your side all night. Gray, Dawn, Tosh and Owen will be there for you too.”
“I know they will be, I’m sorry Jack.”
“Don’t be sorry. I know this hasn’t been easy for you, but you’ve shown me how much you love me. Anytime it gets difficult for you tonight tell me and we can escape.”
“But it’s your night Jack, it’s important.”
“Nothing is more important than you. So….if we have to leave, then we will.”
“No Jack, if there’s one thing I’ve learnt this last couple of weeks, it’s that I love you with all my heart and no-one is going to change that. Everyone deserves to find someone to love, and I’ve found you. So, come on let’s go, otherwise we’ll be late picking Dawn up. But I’d hate to be in your shoes cariad when Gray realises you’ve set him up.” He laughed.
Jack watched Ianto get ready and as he was fastening his tie he turned around. Jack’s breath was taken away, Ianto looked gorgeous. The red tie and cummerbund were hot on his young man. He had to hold on to the dressing table otherwise his legs would have buckled under him.
“Wow Yan, you….look….fantastic.”
“Is the tie and….”
“Yes it’s, wow. There’s only one problem.”
“What’s that Jack?”
“You look so good I want to rip your clothes from you and take you right here, right now.”
“Well Captain, you’re just going to have to wait till we get home.” He left Jack staring as he walked out of the room. He purposely shoved both hands in his trouser pockets to pull the fabric tighter across his arse. The last thing Ianto heard when he left the room was Jack’s guttural moan. Ianto smiled to himself, pleased that he’d had the desired effect on his lover.
They said goodbye to Chris and Damien who wished Jack break a leg!
“Jack I may be a bit stupid here but what did Chris mean?”
“Oh it’s bad luck to say good luck in the theatre. The saying break a leg stems from how many curtain calls a play or leading man/woman would get. The more they got the tougher it was on their legs and they took their bows. It was thought the more your legs ached the better your play was. The saying has stuck.”
“Oh right.”
“I’ve just texted Dawn and she’ll be waiting for us.” He looked across at Ianto who appeared to be staring out of the window. “You ok my love?”
“Yeah Jack, I am.” Ianto placed a hand on Jack’s thigh as he drove.
Dawn saw them pull up and shouted a goodbye to her parents as she glided to the SUV.
“Wow Dawn you look fantastic.”
“Thanks boys. You both look gorgeous and Ianto that red really suits you.”
“Mmm I have to second that Dawn. He’s going to be the talk of the night and everyone is going to be so jealous when they realise I’m going home with him.” Jack reached across and squeezed Ianto’s hand.
“Hey, I thought Gray was coming?”
“Why are you missing him?”
“What….oh….erm?”
“Come on Dawn, tell the truth.”
“I….er….I, you haven’t said anything to him have you Jack?”
“No, I haven’t, so don’t worry. He has no idea you’re going to be there.”
“Thanks Jack, I don’t really know what I’m going to say to him.”
“Oh I’m sure you’ll find something to say….or do!”
“Thanks for that Jack. Ianto, you’re quiet, you ok?”
“Yeah Dawn, I am thanks. Just….well just a bit worried what people are going to say about me.”
“Ianto, you are gorgeous, you make Jack happy, as Jack says there are a lot of people who are going to be jealous of both of you. When Jack told me you two were together, I couldn’t have been happier. He’s been on his own too long, you are just what he needed. And by the looks you’ve been giving each other, no one can deny how much you love one another.”
“Thank you Dawn, you don’t know how much that means to me.”
“Ok guys, we’ve arrived, let’s go have some fun and see who else is here.” Jack parked the SUV and jumped out, ran around and opened both Ianto’s and Dawn’s doors. Helping both of them out Jack kissed Dawn on the cheek then Ianto on the lips.
Breaking apart, Ianto had to take a deep breath “Mmm I can take more of that cariad.”
Jack whispered, “I’ve saved the best till later, and no matter what the outcome here tonight, I’m the winner.”
“How do you work that one out?”
“I’ve got the hottest man in Cardiff in my bed tonight.” He threaded his arm around Dawn’s waist as Ianto entwined his fingers with Jack’s. They made their way to the rest of the party from Torchwood Construction.
“Good evening Tosh, Owen. Is Gray here yet?” Jack noticed Dawn turn a lovely shade of pink.
“Oh he’s over there talking to the secretary from Darnell Construction.” Owen pointed to where Gray was talking to a brunette.
Jack noticed Dawn glance over to look at Gray then turn her back to talk to Tosh. Jack smiled at Tosh, nodded and indicated for her to take Dawn to their table
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“Ok, why don’t we go and find our table.” Tosh took Dawns arm and led her inside. “Look he’s going to be sat with us all night, so you’ll have a chance to talk to him properly.”
“But he’s not interested in me Tosh, I’m just being silly.”
“Nope, you’re not. He’s not been back in the country long so give him a chance. You could always ask him to dance. He’ll not be able to resist a beautiful woman like you.”
“Thanks Tosh, but….”
“No buts Dawn, you’re a beautiful woman with a great sense of humour. You have to have as you work for Jack. But seriously, he just needs a shove in the right direction and you, my friend are the one to do it. We’re going to enjoy ourselves tonight whatever the outcome and you are going to ask Gray to dance. Got that?”
“Yeah, ok, I’ll give it a go.”
“Good, now, let’s go find our seats and we’ll make sure he’s sat next to you so you can talk to him.”
“Thanks Tosh. I’m not very good at this. But with your help….”
“No problem, it will be my pleasure. And hopefully yours by the end of the evening.” The girls left to the sounds of someone shouting Jack’s name.
“Jack, hey Jack, aren’t you going to come and say hi?”
Jack felt Ianto’s hand tighten in his at the sound of Jack’s mothers voice. “Go on Jack, go say hi. I’ll be ok.”
“Nope, I’m not going without you. I’ve met your mam and your sister, I want you to meet my mom and dad. They won’t bite you, that’s my job.” He kissed his neck, seeing the look of surprise on his mom’s face.
“If you’re sure.”
“I’m sure, and don’t worry sweetheart, they will love you nearly as much as I do.”
Ianto tightened his grip on Jack’s hand. Realising his young lover was worried Jack dropped hands and wound his arm around Ianto’s waist. Approaching his parents Jack saw his mom dig his dad in the ribs and indicate over to Jack. When his dad saw his older son approaching wrapped in the arms of a young good looking man, he smiled.
“Mom, dad, how are you?”
“We’re fine, but….”
“Mom, dad, this is Ianto Jones….my partner.” Ianto held his hand out to Jack’s father who shook it, then Jack’s mother did the same. “I’m sorry I’ve not been around to see you, but I’ve been a little busy.” And he pulled Ianto closer and kissed his neck.
“Mmm so we see. Nice to meet you Mr Jones.”
“Ianto, please.”
“Ok, Ianto. Anyone that can put a silly grin back on our son’s face has to be good news. Welcome to the Harkness family.”
Ianto was a little taken aback by that last comment and looked at Jack questioningly.
“They like you Yan, I told you they would. I’m sorry mom, dad, but we’ve got to get in. Look how about Yan and I come and see you tomorrow. Maybe you could cook one of your fantastic Sunday roasts for us?”
“Ok son. Nice to meet you Ianto.”
Jack and Ianto were just going into the hotel when his mother shouted “It’s about time Jack.” He smiled “told you they were ok.”
“Yeah, I’m sorry.”
“There’s that word again, we said we weren’t going to use it anymore.”
Ianto kissed Jack, “let’s find the others.”
They found them sat at a round table near the front. Jack made sure Ianto was ok then asked what everyone wanted to drink.
“Gray, come give your brother a hand.”
“Sure Jack, no problem.”
“Right little brother, who was that you were talking to out there?”
“Oh you mean Caroline?”
“If that’s her name, yeah. I hear she works for Darnell’s.”
“Yeah I’ve known her for years, don’t you remember her from school?”
“No, but I remember James. Now he was cute.”
“Yeah Jack, he’s married with a baby on the way.”
“You can’t blame a man for trying.” The brothers laughed. “Seriously Gray, is there something between you and Caroline?”
“What? No! Her partner is the daughter of Mr Darnell, so nope, no chance there why?”
“Well Dawn’s here and I don’t want her to feel left out. Talk to her, she’s a really nice woman and you could do worse.”
“Jack Harkness are you match making?”
“So what if I am. Look she likes you, so please just be nice, you might find you have something in common other than me!”
“Ok Jack, but I’m not promising anything.”
“I know, just be yourself.”
They took the drinks and went back to the others. Jack and Tosh making sure that Gray sat next to Dawn. They relaxed slightly when the meal was served and the conversation turned to who they thought would win which award.
The tables were cleared and a bottle of champagne was deposited on each one with compliments of the Hotel. Jack was beginning to get nervous.
Ianto reached for his hand. “You ok cariad?”
“Mmm sort of sweetheart. I told myself I wouldn’t be bothered one way or another, but to tell you the truth, I’m scared.”
“Why?” He squeezed Jack’s hand.
“What if I win? What am I going to say?”
“You’ll be fine, I’m here for you. I love you.”
“Oh Yan, I’m so glad I met you, now please, kiss me.”
Ianto leant over and planted a passionate kiss on his lovers’ lips. They broke apart and realised that several people were watching them.
“You ok sweetheart?”
“Yes Jack I am.”
They were stopped from saying anything else as the compare for the evening appeared on stage.
“Good evening ladies and gentlemen and welcome to the fifth annual Welsh construction company awards. We are pleased to welcome some new faces tonight and hope that you all enjoy yourselves. Right without further ado, let’s get on with the presentations.”
Jack looked at Ianto who smiled and held tightly onto Jack’s hand. “You’ll be fine cariad. I’m here.”
An hour later the compare announced the category in which Jack’s company had been nominated.
“Ladies and gentlemen, the winner of the best working practice on site this year goes to…..”
Ianto could feel Jack’s grip getting tighter on his hand and looked lovingly at him. Jack glanced at his young man and tried to smile.
“….it goes to Torchwood Construction!”
A cheer went up from the room and Jack looked stunned.
tbc
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