A/N:

I'm really sorry I haven't been updating recently, I just haven't been very motivated, however I promise I'm finally getting my butt into gear and organising my writing so I will be more regular with my updates. By the way, I also started a Doctor Who AU fanfic, so if you want to check that out, it's called 'The Sound of Sirens', and the first chapter's up. Thanks again for your support and patience, reviews are welcomed, and please don't hesitate to send me requests for this fic!

"Okay… Why don't we go on a ride first? The dodgems were always a favourite of mine." Jack Harkness stated as he and his colleague, Ianto Jones, entered a bustling funfair at the optimum time of day.

"Aren't we supposed to be investigating, sir?" Ianto inquired, glaring suspiciously at the fair attendants.

"Actually, that was kind of a ruse to get you here." The older man looked humble as he spoke, pulling a typical puppy-dog-eyes expression.

"Jack…" Ianto sighed. He was extremely reluctant to be drawn away from his work, especially as he'd been right in the middle of some vital papers. Though, to be honest, he should have known Jack was up to something – Torchwood generally investigated places outside of opening hours.

"Aw, come on! You've been working your incredibly attractive ass off for days now, therefore I, as your boss, am formally instructing you to take a break. Just give us half an hour – it'll be fun. Pleeeeeeease?" Jack was acting like a two year old, though Ianto had to give in.

"Fine. Only twenty minutes though. And no rides." Although the Welshman put on a grumpy guise, it slipped slightly when he gave his boss a small smile.

"I knew you couldn't resist!" Jack grinned, grabbing Ianto's hand excitably. "Since you're outlawing rides, I'm heading straight for the coconut shy."

It wasn't long before Jack dragged his colleague along with him, though Ianto soon succumbed to the fairground atmosphere. The vague scent of caramelised sugar from candy floss machines floated on the air, coupled with the harsh odour of sizzling onions from burger stalls. A constant babble of children's and adult's voices acted as background music. Ianto could practically taste the excitement.

As soon as Jack reached the coconut shy, he tried way too hard and enthusiastically to win, which resulted in him getting it first go. He selected an adorable teddy bear holding a stuffed love heart and handed it to Ianto as a gift. Although the Welshman wasn't particularly a fan of stuffed toys, he smiled shyly and gave his boss a quick peck on the cheek nonetheless.

The couple were just strolling across the fair (Jack had his sights set on something) when a person dressed as a circus clown stepped into their way, waving and smiling intensely.

"Ugh. Um, hi?" Jack awkwardly spoke to the clown before turning and whispering to his companion. "Come on, Ianto, let's go."

"What's wrong?" The colleague was confused for a few seconds, then amusement cleared his face as realisation dawned. "Are you scared of clowns, sir?"

"No! No, they just make me uncomfortable, that's all." Jack replied defensively, yet he steered Ianto away from the clown while he spoke.

"Ahaha! I can't believe it! Captain Jack Harkness, leader of the Torchwood Institute that deals with alien life, brought to his knees by a simple circus employee." Ianto chuckled, revelling in the fact that, for once, he had an advantage over his boss.

"You have to admit they're freaking terrifying! Those creepy red smiles, the excessive make-up – actually, that reminds me of an ex-girlfriend of mine. That's probably why. Anyway, how about the balloon stall?" Jack hastily and not-so-subtly changed the subject, quickening his pace so he could avoid Ianto's teasing gaze. "Look, they have letters on. How about I get an 'I' and you get a 'J'? You know, holding each other's first name initials."

Ianto gave Jack an odd glance.

"What? It's romantic!" Jack retorted, paying the guy holding the balloons before Ianto could protest. Like he'd said, he handed Ianto the 'J' balloon and kept the 'I' one for himself. However, before the Welshman could grip his balloon, a small child ran past and snatched it, giggling in a mocking manner as he toddled away.

"Hey! HEY!" Jack yelled, gearing up to sprint after the boy, but Ianto laid a hand on his arm to stop him. "No – let me at him!" Jack resisted, but Ianto was even more persistent.

"Let him go, Jack. He's just a kid, it doesn't matter." Speaking gently, Ianto gazed into his boss' eyes.

"Kid or not, he's a jerk and he stole your property."

"Jack, it's fine. Just forget it."

Jack snorted in frustration, but neglected to run after the child. Then, he spoke again in a significantly calmer tone. "Kids, pfft. Who would even have them, they SUCK!" Yet again, Jack raised his voice in the direction of the runaway thief.

"Whatever, Jack. Hey, why don't we go on the carousel? I know I said no rides, but I always loved them as a kid…" After that, the two men enjoyed the rest of their time at the fair – Ianto even went on the dodgems once or twice. Jack soon forgot about the thieving child and instead focused on his wonderful boyfriend, ensuring they had as much fun as possible. The allocated twenty minutes soon turned into two hours.