Hello everybody. I am so super sorry for the long update. I've been so busy lately with a new job that keeps me busy most of the day. That, combined with my laziness, results in nothing getting done. But I'm updating now! That's got to count for something.
I want to thank everyone for being so patient with me. I've been finding it hard to write these last two months lately, so I'm hoping to get back into the swing of things soon.
I've ordered some of the Torchwood novels online and read through two so far, The Undertaker's Gift and Almost Perfect. The first one I couldn't stand. Way to much Jack/Gwen interaction with him thinking she was absolutely stunning and perfect and beautiful and he just wanted to kiss her and he did in his dream. I was like -_- no! It helped fuel my disliking of Gwen even more though, so that may help. The second one, I absolutely loved because Gwen was so jealous of Ianto through the whole thing. Let's just say, for those of you who haven't read it, Ianto makes a beautiful woman. Much more pretty than Gwen could ever hope to be.
Yeah… I'm rambling. Sorry! I hope you enjoy this chapter and have a wonderful holiday!
-TW-
Gwen sighed as she collapsed onto a chair in the break room. This day had just been awful. She couldn't seem to get the papers where they needed to go on time, or she was giving them to the wrong people. She's been scolded on more than one occasion by Suzie, which is just terrible. All she really wanted to do was go back to the flat with Jack, maybe put on a movie and snuggle up under a blanket. She was sure he wouldn't really mind. After all, she was a very attractive woman who was more than willing to shower him with attention.
Speaking of Jack, she hasn't really had the chance to see him today, which was just horrible. She'd only manage to catch glimpses of him and whenever she would attempt to go over to him, she was getting another file shoved into her face. She was nothing if not determined though, so she will talk to Jack sometime before leaving for the day even if it was the last thing she did.
She ran a hand through her hair before glancing up at the clock on the wall. With another sigh, she stood and headed over to the coffee machine in the corner. Suzie was going to be needing another coffee soon so she hoped to get it sooner rather than later and hopefully avoid another talking to.
-TW-
Jack was having a pretty good day, if you just ignored the coffee spilling incident earlier. Sure, things were a little awkward for a while between him and Ianto after the whole 'almost kissing in the bathroom' thing. But in all honesty, he probably should have known better than trying something like that at work. Not to mention the fact that was Lisa. He couldn't expect the Welshman to cheat on his long time girlfriend just for a kiss. He was stupid to even think about wanting to kiss the man.
He couldn't really help it though. Ianto was so gorgeous to him, with his pale skin, amazing blue eyes and hair that he just wanted to run his hands through while he kissed him. No. He shouldn't think like that. He's had these feelings for years now; he had to keep pushing them back. He's been successful so far, so he was going to keep succeeding.
He just had to find something to take his mind off of everything. He could just find a random hook-up, but the thought was unappealing. Despite what people say about him, Jack was very into relationship and commitment to each other, not one night stands that mean nothing. Which is why he's only ever been in two serious relationships, Estelle in high school (whom he still keeps in touch with), and John in college. That was a bad decision right there, but hey, he was in love at the time. Or, he thought he was in love. It's like the saying goes, people do crazy things when their in love. So far, no one has caught his eye (except a certain young man). He hoped someone would show up eventually, but if not, he wasn't going to fight it anymore. He was going to tell Ianto how he felt, consequences be damned. You know what, forget that. He was going to tell him right now!
With that thought in mind, he put a big smile on his face and went off to hunt down his favorite Welshman.
-TW-
Gwen was pleased that she managed to get the coffee to Suzie on time without spilling it this time. She was feeling quite good about herself for the small accomplishment and a small smile formed on her face at it. She walked confidently through the studio, searching for Jack. Since she had some free time now, she was determined to speak to him. Just five minutes with him will have him eating out of the palm of her hand, she was sure of it.
She spotted him as he just entered the break room. The sight of him caused a little bounce to be added into her step as she made her way over to him. She didn't notice the determined look in his eye as he looked around the room. Even if she did, she would have just assumed he was looking for her.
"Jack!" she called out when he had turned, obvious with the intent to leave. She wasn't going to let him slip away. Not again. He turned to look at her, his smile dimming for just a second before coming back out in full force, causing a small ball of butterflies to burst in her stomach.
Jack had been hoping to see Ianto in the break room, but sadly the man wasn't in here. He should have figured. The Welshman never seemed to take a break. He had paused when a voice called out to him, surprised to see Gwen. He might as well be polite to her, seeing as how they were living together now. Who knows? Maybe they could become friends? "How can I help you?" he asked. He didn't really have much time to talk before he had to get back to work. Suzie would get on him if he ran late again.
Gwen put a shy smile on her face to appear more appealing, not that she needed it. You could never be too careful though. "I know we haven't known each other for very long…" she began. She paused to appear like she was searching for the words, even though she knew exactly what she wanted to say. "But I was wondering if maybe you'd like to get dinner together sometime." There it was. The offer was out there, and she knew he was going to take it.
Jack tilted his head slightly, regarding her carefully. She couldn't possibly be asking him out, could she? No… That's just ridiculous… But he had to be sure, just in case. "Like as friends? Or out on a date?"
"A date." She clarified. Oh, he was just too cute with this whole clueless act. It took everything she had not to just give him her 'come hither' eyes, even though she knew they would work in an instant.
He looked away thoughtfully. So it was supposed to be a date. How ironic is that, he happens to think he needs to go out and someone asks? It might just be a coincidence. But he really shouldn't. He was going to tell Ianto how he felt. He was determined too, so he really should say no.
Just then, Ianto came in, causing Jack's smile to grow some. He was about to step around Gwen, prepared to ignore her completely to talk to the man, but Lisa stepped in behind him, laughing at something they were talking about. He watched as the two took a seat at one of the tables, sitting close together, talking and laughing. Before he could make a move, Ianto had leaned in to give her a kiss, making his heart clench painfully.
He couldn't do that to him. It would just ruin everything to admit how he felt. So, ignoring the pain in his chest, he kept a bright smile on his face as he turned back to Gwen. "Sure. I would love to." He said, hoping she wouldn't notice the heart break he was going through.
Gwen smiled brightly, more than pleased with this. "Great!" she exclaimed, ecstatic. "We'll talk later, yeah?" she asked. At Jack's nod, she turned and headed from the room, all ready thinking about what she was going to wear to make the man fall completely in love with her.
-TW-
So, there you have it. I was kind of feeling bad for Gwen in this story, so I decided she needs something in her life worth living for… Don't worry though. They won't last long if they do end up dating seriously. It's all part of my plan.
So… This is probably going to be the last update of the year. Maybe not. I don't know yet. I hope you all enjoy your holidays. :D
I have a two-shot coming out sometime in the next few days, so you all keep an eye out for that and enjoy.
Anything you want to see happen? When do you think Jack and Ianto should get together? Let me know in a PM or review. I'll take all your offers into consideration! I would really love to know what you think!
