You're My Weak Spot

Title: Ever After Finally Came
Fandoms: JLA Unlimited/Torchwood
Pairings/Characters: Bruce/Clark, Connor/Tim, Barbara/Kara, Roy/Dick, Alfred, Ianto Jones, Dinah/Helena/Oliver, Diana/Steve, Wally West, John Stewart/Shayera, Ace the bat-hound, Krypto, J’onn Jones, Yvonne Hartman and Captain Jack Harkness, eventual Jack/Ianto
Summary: He was originally designed to be the ultimate weapon whose singular mission was to guard and protect Earth from off-world dangers. Custom-designed using the integrated DNA of Superman and Batman, Ianto Jones is Torchwood One’s greatest creation. Yvonne Hartman and her team of sycophants followers truly believed him to be the world's best hope for survival against alien incursion. Yvonne's hidden agenda of using Ianto to restore the British Empire to its former glory and beyond was destined to come true until the Justice League learned of their plans. Now, after rescuing Ianto from Torchwood, Bruce and Clark find themselves unprepared for fatherhood and during the learning process, they unexpectedly find their relationship changing into something legendary.
Rating: PG-15
Beta: RoyalLadyEmma
Art by: ctbn60 see more here
Disclaimer: I do not own JLA Unlimited or Torchwood
Author Note: This is set in the JLA cartoon universe but does have elements of Comics

Chapter 7

 

The sun peeked through the tiny crack between Bruce’s curtains that pulled him from his peaceful and well-earned slumber. Clark moaned softly as the last images of a wonderful dream about his little three-man – two men and a baby – family faded away. He shifted slightly before stretching and then snuggling closer to the warm body curled against his chest and when a pair of lips claimed his own in a tender kiss, he grinned. When the kiss ended on its own Clark’s eyes fluttered open to discover that he was staring into the beautiful dark orbs he loved so much. 'I am gonna love doing this every morning for the rest of my life.' “Good morning, Bruce.”  

 

“Good morning, Clark," Bruce purred the greeting in a warm throaty tone; he was thoroughly enjoying the sight of Clark in his bed. 'I will do everything in my power to make sure that that I always awake to this sight,' he vowed

 

The look of absolute love and sheer desire in Bruce's eyes had Clark blushing like a schoolgirl; he wasn't used to anyone looking at him like that and he decided that he really liked it. "We should probably get up."

 

Bruce grinned wickedly and rolled over so Clark was pinned beneath him. "I don't think so," he growled, "we have plenty of time before we need to get up and I have plans for you, Clark."

 

Seeing the look of pure hunger in Bruce's eyes Clark whimpered in anticipation as Bruce lowered his head and laid claim to Clark's slightly parted lips, and like the night before, everything else faded away except for their burning need to pleasure one another.

 

*****

It took all his self-control, but an hour later, Clark somehow managed to pull Bruce away from their bed, and after getting Ianto ready for the day, they joined the others for breakfast. As soon as look in Dick, Roy, Tim, Connor, Kara and Barbara's saw the look in the new lover's eyes, they had a very good idea about what had happened last night between the two heroes.

 

Dick waited until Clark had Ianto seated in his high chair and well fed before he started to tease the two men. "So..." he struggled to hide his knowing smirk. "I just so happened to notice that Clark's room wasn't slept in last night," he raised his coffee mug to his mouth and peered over the rim. "Anything we need to know?"

 

To Bruce's absolute delight, a faint blush appeared on Clark's cheeks; 'I really like seeing my lover like this!' "Yes, Dick," he kept his voice neutral, although it was quite difficult; he wanted to shout his news from the rooftops. "Clark and I are now a couple," and his eyes narrowed as he issued his warning, "don't any of you even think about gloating."

 

Dick did his best to look completely innocent. "Well, all we have to say is it's about damn time." All around the table, people were nodding in agreement with Dick. Bruce glanced at his friends and family, expecting the worst, but all he saw was happiness and support.

 

'I wonder how long it will take until the League figures it out about us?' Clark knew that between his own family and the others, it wouldn't be long before the word got out.

 

*****

 

After breakfast, Bruce and Clark shared in the task of bathing Ianto and getting him dressed. Bruce discovered that he actually enjoyed being splashed about and decorated with frothy bubbles; the simple fact that it brought squeals of laughter from his son made his heart sing. Perched on the laundry hamper, Clark had tears in his eyes as he watched his lover and his son enjoyed each other so much. He wished so much that they could just stay in for the day, but J'onn had asked to see them and he wanted them to bring Ianto with them.

 

While dressing that morning, Clark and Bruce had actually discussed whether or not they wanted to take Ianto to the Watchtower. They'd finally decided that unless there was a really good reason to do so, Ianto would remain safely at him with Alfred. The only reason they were bringing him along now was because J'onn said he had some news about Ianto's DNA programming.

 

******

 

At first, Clark was certain he was seeing things but when Flash gave him a thumbs-up, he knew that the cat was out of the bag and their relationship had become known to the others. He wondered who had been the first to spread the news; his money was on Dick. Flash started tickling Ianto, and the little boy's squeals of laughter interrupted his musings.

 

"Okay, so people want to know who made the first move?" Flash asked with a big cheesy grin, one that was quickly wiped from his face by the intense glare that Batman sent his way . "Uh... Yeah..." Flash looked around sheepishly. "Right, I'll just be going now. Bye, Yan-Yan." The Flash waved to Ianto before taking off.

 

A happy smile graced Ianto's face as he flailed his arms about at Flash's back. Bruce scowled beneath his mask; he did not like how close his son was to Flash. 'I don't trust him not to use my son as a way to pick up chicks.' Turning to Clark, Bruce grumbled, "Flash is never going baby-sit our son."

 

Clark shook his head; he loved how protective Bruce had become over Ianto. "Come on, let's go see what J'onn has found for us." 'I just hoped he wouldn't be too mad when he found out who was watching Ianto tonight while we're out on our first date.'

 

*****

 

 At the sight of the new little family entering the J'onn felt a stabbing pain in his soul, knowing that his own family was lost to him forever. Still, it warmed his heart to see that Clark was at long last with his mate. "Hello, Kal-el, Bruce and young Ianto," J'onn greeted.

 

Upon hearing his name Ianto favoured J'onn with a bright grin; it amazed J'onn how well Ianto seemed to be taking everything in stride 'But then again he is a child and untainted by fear and hate.' J'onn sent a quick prayer out to the Universe that Ianto would remain innocent for as long as possible.

 

"What have you got for us, J'onn?" Bruce wasn't much for idle chit-chat and when it came to someone he cared about he didn't like being kept in the dark.

 

Used to Bruce's brusque attitude, J'onn wasted no time and got to why he called them there. "After analysing the various samples I obtained during my examination of Ianto yesterday, and comparing that data with the information you recovered from Torchwood One, I can tell you that Ianto is an extremely healthy little boy."

 

Clark beamed happily, hugging Ianto as he shared a look with Bruce. "That's wonderful!" He kissed Ianto on the nose, and Ianto crowed and poked Clark's nose with his fingers.

 

"That's not all I discovered, however," J'onn's solemn tone brought the parent's attention back to him. "Upon reaching a certain age, perhaps puberty, perhaps sooner, I won't know until he's older, Ianto's Kyrptonian genes will take over and slow his aging, like Superman. I also believe that Ianto will be inexorably drawn to his mate, much like you were, Superman."

 

A low, dangerous growl escaped Bruce's lips. "Ianto's mate will have to get through me first." The Dark Knight's eyes flashed protectively.

 

'I suddenly pity whoever Ianto's mate is; it's not going to be an easy task getting Bruce's approval,' Clark thought with a wry grin.

 

*****

 

In Cardiff, far away from the Watchtower, the Torchwood Three Hub was hidden beneath Roald Dahl  Pass. In his office, struggling to wade through the ever-growing stack of paperwork on his desk, Captain Jack Harkness suddenly sat up straight in his chair. His pen fell from his fingers as he felt a shiver of pure and absolute dread go straight through his body right to his very soul. It was gone as quickly as it had appeared, and try as he might, Jack couldn't figure out what it meant.

 

*****

 

After a long day at the Watchtower where Ianto was the main star and Clark was sure the little ham was eating up all the attention he was getting, the three of them returned home. The Man of Steel knew that time had run out and he had no choice but to inform Bruce of who was looking after their son that night.

 

Under the watchful eyes of Ace and Krypto, Ianto was comfortably ensconced in the playpen they'd set up in their room while Bruce and Clark were dressing for their dinner date. Clark had been quite surprised to discover that while they were out, Alfred had moved his belongings into the master suite. Now, their clothes hung side-by-side in the closet, and their toiletries were mingled on the bathroom counter. Glancing at his new lover in the mirror, Bruce's eyes narrowed suspiciously as he watched Clark fidget; 'he almost looks guilty.' "Clark, what aren't you telling me? Who did you get to watch Ianto?"

 

"Wally," Clark mumbled under his breath.

 

Bruce's head shot up. “You want me to let the Flash baby-sit our son?” The growl tore from Bruce’s lips as he glared at Clark.

 

Forcing himself to meet Bruce's angry gaze, Clark smiled at him. "Come on, Bruce, Ianto adores his Uncle Wally and they'll be here with Jon and some of the other Leaguers to keep an eye on them." Clark hoped to reassure his doubtful lover. "And you know Alfred will keep a close eye on everything."

 

From the look on Bruce's face, Clark could see that he was failing miserably. Rolling his eyes in defeat, he sighed. "Okay, how about this? What if we let Ace baby-sit Wally while Wally baby-sits Ianto?" He offered up what he thought was the perfect solution.

 

A thoughtful look crossed Bruce's face as he glanced between Ace and Ianto and then back to Clark's hopeful face. Realising that he'd been out-manoeuvred, Bruce admitted defeat. "Fine! But if Flash does anything stupid that puts Ianto in danger or tries to use him as a way to pick up women, I'm giving Ace full permission to bite him. In fact, I may even encourage it.”

 

Clark raised an amused eyebrow at his boyfriend before turning to look at Krypto. “All things considered, old friend, I think it will be smart for you to keep an eye on both Flash and Ace,” he informed his faithful pet.

 

Krypto’s tail wagged happily in response to his master's instruction, which made Ianto clap his hands in joy. Being a formal little boy, Ianto loved playing with Ace and Krypto and they adored being around him. It had been a case of love at first sight.