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Title: In The Rain
Author: Yarb
Rating: PG-13
Author Note: Sort of an episode addition. Continuing from Night Feedback, please?
Disclaimer: What do you mean theyre not mine?!? Hehe, we all know Paramount would
never give Star Trek to anybody. Especially not the fans, though we would have fun. BTW
Im making no money from this.
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Kathryns boot splashed through a small puddle as she walked down the dark street.
The rain had stopped for the moment. But she could tell by the thunder that it
wouldnt last long. She didnt know how long she had been walking. But she was
relieved to find solitude. But she didnt notice the figure in the shadows behind
her.
He had been following her for well over an hour. He didnt want to
interrupt, but he also found that he couldnt leave. He had a deep feeling that he
should be here for her. It took him a long time to finally decide that he should make his
presence known.
Kathryn noticed something odd. The instinct now pushed its way
past her dismal state. Someone was following her. She scanned the street in front of her,
and saw an alley to her left. She disappeared into the darkness.
Computer, one mid-twentieth century handgun. She intended
to scare the hell out of whoever had the nerve to follow her.
Chakotay saw her step into the alley. He made his way along the street
slowly. He turned the corner, and came face to face with the barrel of Kathryns gun.
He froze. Looking at her face, he could tell she was not happy.
Kathryn. He spoke softly.
She lowered her weapon, and sighed. Her eyes showed how tired she was,
and the dark circles under them gave further proof.
Why are you following me? she asked wearily.
I came looking for you. I thought you would want to talk.
His eyes searched her face. And I was worried.
Im perfectly fine, Chakotay.
Kathryn, youve been hiding almost as much as when we were
in the Void. I havent seen you on the Bridge in three days.
She sighed again.
I really dont want to talk about it right now.
I can be just as stubborn as you. You need to talk to
somebody.
She could tell that he wasnt going to give in any time soon. His
eyes told her that, looking into them, she could see determination, and unspoken love.
She stepped past him, and continued down the city street. She walked
slowly, so he would know that she wasnt angry.
So what have you been thinking about for the past hour and a
half? he asked as he fell into stride beside her.
She looked up in surprise. Hed been following her for that long?
About what I told you that day in my quarters. And what you did
on the Bridge
Im glad you didnt let me leave.
Well the crew has become slightly attached to their
captain. He smiled down at her, As have I.
She returned his smile with a small one of her own.
But you cant always be Captain Janeway.
Kathryn stopped, she lowered her gaze to the ground in front of her.
She didnt want to hear this. Not now, and certainly not from him. Then she felt his
fingers on her chin. He pulled her face up, forcing her to look at him.
You cant keep that mask on all of the time. Ive seen
Kathryn, and I would like to see her more often.
You know I have a ship to run. This crew looks up to me. If
Im not a good captain, then whats the point?
Kathryn, youve always been a good captain. I dont
think you know how to be a bad one. You do everything you can for this ship and crew. But
what about you? What do you get out of it?
I shouldnt expect anything out of it! I decided to stay in
this damn quadrant, I need to show them that it wasnt in vain. And kill
yourself in the process?
The crew takes precedence. They come first. What I want
isnt important.
But it is. When youre happy, the crew is happy, despite the
reasons. Before he thought the words slipped past his lips. I could make you
happy.
She turned and was about to walk away, but she didnt she the
curb. The toe of her boot hit the edge, and she stumbled.
Acting quickly, Chakotay grabbed her arm before she fell. He helped her
regain her balance with his other hand on her waist.
In the moment that his arm was around her, he had the urge to pull her
to him and kiss away all of her inhibitions.
He forced himself to drop his hands from her body, but her fingers
gripped his.
His words had angered her at first. But when she started to fall, he
had caught her. Every time she had stumbled on this journey, he had been there for her,
even if he didnt agree with her choices.
As she looked up into his eyes, she felt the rain starting to fall
again.
Thank you. She eased her arms around him in a hug.
Chakotay was surprised for a moment, but then returned her embrace,
wrapping his own arms around her.
They stood there awhile, in the rain. As Kathryns head leaned
against his chest, she realized how much she wanted to be held by him. She didnt
want him ever to let go. In that moment, Kathryn decided to make a leap of faith. She had
told herself time and again that she would wait until they were home, but they might not
have that time, and his words did make sense to her. The crew were happy when she was.
Let me make you happy. she whispered as she pressed her
body against his. She ran her fingers up the back of his neck, then pulled his head down
so she could reach his lips.
As Chakotay had been holding so close to him, he had told himself that
he wouldnt take advantage of her. But now, she was the one making the move. The kiss
started out gentle, but he just couldnt control himself. He parted his lips to
explore her mouth. One of his hands found its way into her hair, damp from the rain.
While the other pulled her to him, closing whatever space there had been between them. He
pushed her gently backwards until her back was up against the wall of a building. He moved
one hand up to her chest, causing her to moan into his mouth.
Being slowly driven crazy with something that had been suppressed for
years, Kathryn was enjoying this immensely. She pushed one of her knees in between his
legs, making him gasp.
His mouth moved along her jaw, and down her neck, leaving her skin hot
from his touch. He reached behind her to pull her all the more closer, if that was
possible.
Kathryn paused, listening.
Chakotay noticed her hesitation, and looked into her eyes.
What is it, Kathryn?
Someones coming. She whispered the reply.
He sighed, something always came up. As the footsteps became slightly
louder, the two straightened their posture. Chakotay stepped back, releasing her from his
grip. Then the figure appeared around the corner. Whoever it was, they were dressed in
20th century clothing, just as Kathryn was. As the person neared them, he nodded, then
continued down the street.
Kathryn and Chakotay turned to watch him disappear around another
corner.
Chakotay looked at her expectantly.
How am I supposed to know? I just chose a program of early earth,
something quiet so I could think. Maybe theres a plot to the program.
Chakotay turned to her, and started to button up the long jacket she
was wearing. Her pulse quickened at his gentle touch.
Well my dear, what do you say we continue this somewhere a little
drier? he asked.
And a little warmer? she looked up at him, then traced the
side of his face with her fingers. Thank you. She whispered, giving him a
quick hug, before they started back up the street.
Dont thank me just yet, he grinned. Computer
exit.
FIN
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