A Fine Line Between Love and Betrayal
And So It Begins
TWTWTW
As the pterodactyl fell to the ground, Jack rolled them away from it, with him on the bottom and Ianto almost lying on top of him. They were both laughing, then they were quiet.
Moving off Jack and standing up, Ianto said, "I better go," and started to walk away.
Jack looked at the retreating figure and called to him, "Report tomorrow morning," then added, "Like the suit, by the way."
Ianto kept walking, but tears filled his eyes and he was glad that Jack couldn't see them.
Going back to his car, Ianto drove to his flat. It wasn't very stylish, but it ticked all the boxes as far as space, location and privacy went. Walking through the front door, Ianto shrugged off his suit jacket and headed for the large back room.
"Lisa, I'm home." Walking through the door, Ianto walked up to the conversion table, planted a kiss on the Cyberman's forehead and stroked her cheek.
Her eyes flew open at the touch.
"I got the job, Cariad! I can make you whole again!" Tears rolled down his cheeks. "We can be together, like we planned."
"Pain!" she said.
"I'll get you something, then I have to get ready for tomorrow." Ianto moved to the kitchen, but kept talking to Lisa. "He's not quite as I pictured him, but I think he liked what he saw." He returned to the room with a syringe. "This should help." He pushed the needle into her bare thigh. He kissed her again before going into his bedroom to get clothes ready to 'impress the boss' tomorrow.
Picking a slate grey three piece suit, Ianto got out a white shirt and red silk tie. He smiled at his choice. Going into the bathroom to relieve himself, Ianto stripped off and put on sweat pants and a singlet, than got into bed. Sleep didn't come easily that night.
5am. Wednesday, the sun was already starting to peak over the horizon. Ianto got up, showered, had a shave and saw to Lisa before making his way to his car and Cardiff Bay. He didn't want to be late on his first day.
As he approached the tourist information centre, the door opened. Captain Jack Harkness stood there. God, was he handsome!
"Early, I like that."
"I like to get things ready for when the rest of the team arrive and I need to familiarise myself with the layout."
Jack stepped aside, allowing the young Welshman to enter. Locking the door after him, Jack went forward first. Moving to the back, Jack pushed the red button on the wall and a secret door opened. As they went through, Jack allowed Ianto to move ahead of him.
"There's a lift a little further along." He eyed the young man's butt as he walked along and smiled to himself.
Ianto could feel the Captain's eyes boring into him.
Once the left had reached the bottom, Jack led the way to the cog door and into the Hub. Ianto followed behind and marvelled at the sight before him. Machinery whirled and electricity hummed. The pterodactyl flew overhead.
"You got her in then."
"Yep. You wanna name her?"
Ianto nodded. "Myfanwy."
Jack nodded. "Good name."
Ianto bowed his head slightly and the Captain smiled.
"It's…very impressive, sir."
"I'll show you around."
"Thank you."
Jack took Ianto on a tour of the main Hub and then down to the cells. After, they went to the boardroom.
"Most of our files and artefacts are kept in the archives. I'll show you down there after coffee. We have a coffee machine but I'm darned if any of us can use it." Jack laughed, making the hairs on the back of Ianto's neck stand on end.
"Lead me to it, sir, I'll give it a try."
Fifteen minutes later, Jack and Ianto were drinking coffee on the old couch.
"The rest of the team should be in for 8am."
Ianto nodded. "What will my duties be, sir?
"Well," Jack lifted his cup. "You can keep making this, it's heaven. Tidy up. Accounts. Keep the SUV geared up and ready to roll. Generally helping us out wherever you can."
"What about the archives? I have had training in that department."
"So you have. Maybe we'll take a walk down there a little later."
Ianto smiled, making Jack's heart leap. By 7am, Jack was showing Ianto round the archives.
"It needs a little TLC…."
Ianto laughed. "A little, sir. I should say."
Jack marvelled at the young Welshman's enthusiasm.
"There's also the information centre up top. A few hours in there a day wouldn't go amiss. Helps keep our cover for what lies below."
"They have no idea?"
Jack shook his head. "I'll also show you the secret lift. I mainly use that, with my manipulator." Jack held up his left wrist.
"Vortex manipulator?"
Jack nodded.
"I'd like to get started on clearing up in the Hub, if I may, sir."
"Okay. Fine. If there's anything you need or aren't sure of, I'm always here. I'll let you know if I'm goin' anywhere."
Ianto nodded his understanding.
Going back up to the Hub, Ianto went to the kitchen, sorted through the cupboards and found a roll of black bin bags. Ripping one off, he went to the workstations, clearing away sweet wrappers, styrofoam cups, scrunched up paper and pizza boxes. When he'd filled the first bag, he tied the top and went for another bag. He was halfway through clearing rubbish off the floor and counter tops in the autopsy bay, when the cog door swung back and three people walked through.
Owen looked down to see Ianto in his bay. "Who's this then?"
"Suzie Costello, Owen Harper, Toshiko Sato, meet Ianto Jones."
They exchanged pleasantries and then Jack took Ianto to his office.
"Owen will need to check you over and we require a blood sample for our data base."
Ianto smiled. "Not a problem, sir."
"Good."
"Where would you like me to start, sir, tourist office or the archives?"
"The archives are in desperate need of a loving pair of hands, Jones, Ianto Jones and I think you might just posses those hands." Jack smiled.
Ianto bowed slightly and left the office.
Going to the stairs, Ianto made his way to the archives and stood in the doorway, smiling.
"We're in, Lisa!"
TWTWTW
Over the next few days, Ianto familiarised himself with the Hubs vast layout, looking through blue prints in the archives. Looking for a suitable spot. At last he found it, deep in the bowels of the Hub.
The room looked unused for years. The floor was dusty and the shelves were in need of a clean.
Ianto visited the room as much as he could, preparing it. He washed the floor and tidied up the shelves. Bought a strong padlock for the door. Made sure that the electricity supply couldn't be overridden from the main computer.
On a night where he stayed late, he wanted to check out a few things, but Jack was still in his office. Ianto needed to win his trust.
Moving to Jack's desk, coffee in hand, Ianto smiled seductively at the Captain. "Coffee, sir?"
Jack looked up and stretched. "Just what I need, a little distraction. Thank you, Ianto."
"My pleasure, sir. Will there be anything else?" He made a point of licking his top lip, which wasn't lost on the Captain.
"Er, well…." Jack got up and rounded the desk, not sure of his next move. Placing a hand on Ianto's upper arm, he moved into the younger man's private space. "I guess you know I wanna kiss you."
Ianto nodded tentatively.
Jack leaned in and touched those beautiful lips with his own. A feather light kiss.
Ianto closed his eyes, enjoying the feeling.
'Forgive me, Lisa. I'm doing this for you'
Jack snaked an arm around Ianto's waist, drawing their bodies together. Ianto could feel Jack's obvious arousal, pressing against his thigh, but he didn't move. He kissed Jack back, opening his mouth to let the older man's tongue investigate every inch of his mouth. He even heard himself moan with delight.
'God, I'm enjoying this!' thought Ianto, putting his arms around Jack's neck. 'I want this man!'
After a few minutes, Jack broke the kiss, stepped back and looked at the floor. "Sorry. I overstepped the mark."
Ianto smiled at him. "No, you didn't. It was…nice."
"Go home, Ianto. I'll see you tomorrow."
Ianto smiled and left Jack alone in the Hub.
TWTWTW
When Ianto got back into his flat, he went straight to Lisa. "We're in! I'm taking you to the Hub next week." He kissed Lisa on the cheek. "I'll find someone who can help us, then we'll move away. Start a life together."
Lisa opened her eyes. "Does he…trust you?"
"Yes."
"Oh, the pain is getting….worse, Ianto."
"I'll get you something, then you must rest. You'll need all your strength for the move."
Lisa managed a smile. "I love you, Ianto."
Ianto injected Lisa with pain meds. "And I love you."
TWTWTW
Ianto installed most of the equipment at night. Mainly when Jack was out doing 'his thing'.
They hadn't acted on the kiss yet. Ianto was waiting for an opportunity to get Jack alone, maybe in his bunker and work his charms on him. He needed Jack to trust him. Not question what he was doing or where he was during the day.
His opportunity came the next day.
Ianto went to the archives after making the team coffee. To his surprise, Jack stood in the doorway as Ianto was looking for a file.
"Can I help you with anything, sir?"
Jack moved closer. His arousal was obvious. "Yes, I think you can."
Before he knew what was happening, Jack had the young Welshman in his arms, kissing him passionately. Ianto didn't resist. His body moulded into the embrace. His arms going round Jack, pulling their bodies so close, their erections touched, sending a bolt of electricity through them both.
"I want you," said Jack. "Since that first night, I have wanted you."
"I-I've never been with a man before. I don't…"
Jack covered his lips with his own. Two pairs of hands began to roam over each other, then Ianto put his hands against Jack's chest, pushing him away.
"I-I can't…I haven't…too soon…!"
"It's okay. There are a few other things we can try, besides penetration." Jack smiled, lifting Ianto's chin so their eyes met. "Trust me."
Ianto nodded. "I do," he whispered.
Jack took Ianto's hand and led him to the tatty couch over by the desk. Sitting Ianto down, he knelt before him. Slowly he undid Ianto's jacket, sliding it off his shoulders. Next came the tie and waistcoat. Ianto took a sharp breath in.
"Okay?" asked Jack.
Ianto smiled.
Slowly, Jack undid the buttons on his shirt, pushing it down and removing it. The young Welshman was beginning to take deep breaths. Standing the younger man up, Jack unbuckled his belt and slid the zip down.
Ianto grabbed his hand. "Slow. I am so close…"
Jack smiled, pushing his trousers and boxers over slim hips. The Welshman was all but naked. Sitting him back down, Jack removed his shoes and socks before relieving him of this trousers and boxers.
"You are so beautiful!"
Ianto blushed.
Leaning down, Jack captured those luscious lips with his own, then traced wet kisses down his neck, over his chest and down to his navel. Ianto ran his hand through Jack's hair and caressed his back and shoulders, lost in the moment. Then Jack reached his intended goal. He took Ianto into his mouth making the younger man buck his hips.
"Arh!"
Jack licked Ianto's shaft from root to tip, savouring his taste. He deep throated him, stopping to adjust to his length. Ianto moved his hips in time to Jack's mouth fucking. A hand went down the roll heavy balls squeezing then gently.
"Jack!"
Jack pulled back, looking at Ianto's face.
"Now, please!"
Jack went back to sucking Ianto harder and fondling him. Within seconds, he was rewarded when Ianto came in his throat. Jack drank down every drop, waiting while Ianto rode out his orgasm. Releasing the now soft cock, Jack took Ianto into his arms, pulling him against his chest. Kissing his forehead, his eyes, his lips, Jack smiled.
"Thank you," said Ianto, it was almost a whisper.
"My pleasure," quipped Jack, running a hand over Ianto's chest. "I feel a little over dressed, so maybe we should get you dressed."
"But…" began Ianto.
"It's okay. This was just for you."
TWTWTW
Ianto and Jack met after work a few times after that. The foreplay was good and Jack was a good teacher. But there was still no penetration, but Jack was okay with that. As long as Ianto was in his arms. As long as he could kiss him and bring him to the edge and over, it was fine by him.
On the third time they 'met', Ianto took the lead, taking Jack over to the battered old couch and relieving him of his trousers and underwear in record time. Jack smiled as the younger man knelt before him and tentatively took the head of his erection into his mouth. His hand held Jack's shaft as Ianto's tongue traced a line along the underside, driving Jack nuts. When Jack came in Ianto's sweet mouth, it was pure bliss. In such a short space o time, Ianto had become everything to the immortal man.
Work now became a happy word to both men. They got to see each other. Tease each other with words and movements. Ianto drove Jack to destruction on more than one occasion, but the older man loved it.
Ianto finally made the decision to move Lisa in when Jack was out on a Weevil hunt alone. Keeping track of Jack's whereabouts on his PDA, Ianto went back to his flat and put the conversion table into the back of the rented van and drove it to the underground Hub garage. It was on wheels, so was easy enough to install into the room. Then came the hard part, getting Lisa into the Hub.
"Ianto? I'm on my way back. Wanna play a game?"
Ianto placed Lisa into the van. "Er, well, yes, maybe. Where are you?"
"Oh, I'm a ways yet. I'll be there in about a half hour. You up for it? Ianto?"
"Yes, yes. See you soon." Then, as an after thought. "Shall I make coffee, sir?"
Jack laughed. "Got any coffee sauce?"
Ianto smiled. "No."
"Pity. See you in a half hour."
"Sir."
Ianto quickly put everything else he needed into the van and drove quickly to the Hub. It was almost 2am and traffic was light.
Getting into the garage was easy, but Lisa was feeling weak, so it took a little longer to get her onto the conversion table and get everything she needed rigged up.
"Ianto?" The Welshman heard in his comslink.
"I'm in the archives, sir. I'll be right up."
"No. I'll be right down."
That made it a little easier. Ianto quickly kissed Lisa. "I'll be back soon, I promise."