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"She liked you" Jack said happily as he sat and looked at the wonderful plate of food Ianto was placing down.
"Did she? Gwen?" Ianto said and motioned for Jack to eat, "Oh thank the gods. She seemed so … withdrawn."
"She's like that" Jack said around a mouthful, then swallowed with a look of shame, "Sorry. You just … you cook like a bloody angel. So. She liked you, the others will do as she says. If we can secure this bonding then you will be able to leave here."
"But … is there room for me?" Ianto was nervous now, the thought of entering her realm.
"The residence has six separate quarters. One for the older children amd their nanny, one for staff and the other four for mates. I always intended four. I had not thought of a male one but now it is being offered I know it is right that we try this. The three women care for one another but there is jealousy as well. The baby count, the kiss count. It is petty in a way but I understand they all want reassurance. You will not provide a child to make them feel theirs is less important, you will not preen and crow about a dalliance between us." Jack took a sip between mouthfuls and Ianto took his first bite as he pondered.
"So, I will be as a nurturer. I will help care for the children, the home and allow them more space?" he asked.
"Exactly. The children will be yours too. You will take some of the workload off Gwen, care for the little ones and let them pursue their own interests. Gwen wanted to go back to school, Elizabeth loves to paint but with two little monsters she finds little time. Cheryse wants to focus on her first child. Without feeling she must care for the other five all the time, she will be able to bond more. I know it is not what you wanted, to be fourth. It is a low designation but … as a child carer you will have an important role."
"No, no. I understand" Ianto hastened to assure him "My role is to provide relief. I understand. I am grateful that you agreed to this. I was getting worried I might not appeal anymore. My family already speaks of me with shame."
Jack placed his fork down and leaned forward "Ianto. If I can tell you one thing that you must never forget… it is that you are appealing. I swear. I was given the choice of eight you know. Three of them male. I saw you and … wow. Just from the picture of you I felt something. Now we are meeting like this I … I want you. Physically. You understand? You will give me comfort too."
Ianto blushed as he looked down, the indication of sex there. He had not hoped for that, looking up coyly, "So… not dreadfully repulsive then?"
"No dreadfully" Jack replied, then sighed as he leaned over and kissed Ianto.
Their first kiss and it was electrifying, Jack suddenly lunging for him and their lips were smashed together as Ianto grabbed for Jack's shirt and they deepened the kiss. They drew back shakily and Jack laughed as he flopped back in his char, "Wow. See? Wow."
"How will … you know"
"It work?" Jack smiled, "I alternate. Like a roster. A different night in each bed. You are forth, so you will be forth day. First Gwen, Second Lizzy, third Cheryse, fourth you, fifth Gwen, sixth, Lizzy, seventh Cheryse. Then Gwen to start the seven day week again."
"So … I only get you once a week but they get you twice?" Ianto asked, surprised that it was not a continuous roll round them.
"They have children, don't forget that. Not all about sex, the kids need me in their lives too" Jack scolded gently, "I will not always have sex with them. I would rather have a break for that requirement too. Why. Jealous?"
"Maybe" Ianto admitted and Jack laughed as he saw something he had not anticipated.
"Look, afternoon delight can be anywhere, anytime right? Who is to say if I sneak a cuddle here and there" Jack purred, delighted to see the blush starting as Ianto looked at his plate and shifted in his chair, "You sure a handsome man and I cannot wait to feel you around me."
Yes.
Bright red as Ianto glanced at him through his lashes and Jack knew he was getting more than he bargained for as he felt himself responding, his trousers becoming so dammed restrictive as the man opposite cleared his throat and smiled softly.
"Well … if there are cuddles on offer I guess I shall have to share" Ianto finally spluttered and Jack laughed happily at the playfulness of this man.
"You know … I didn't want four. Didn't want three but I am glad I listened to the council on this, glad I did their bidding to ensure the future of our people. Why it confused me when they offered you. All the talk about breeding and such, then a man. Now I see. You are my reward." Jack said as he watched Ianto shift in his seat, his own discomfort starting to become obvious. "I have given five, a sixth about to become. They now give me what they know I always desired. A male mate. This is going to be interesting."
Ianto swallowed and looked at the handsome man again, seeing his desire and smelling the heady musky scent of desire between them.
Interesting indeed.
