He laughed as she clinked her glass to his. His laugh was infectious and she found herself laughing as they joked about everything from replicators to Seven. It was good to hear him laugh.
It was good to hear her laugh. He filled up the champagne glasses and flashed her a smile. She quirked a grin back at him. She loved his smile. She loved everything about him. To make it simple she was in love with him.
"You know I'd give a month of replicator rations just to see you cook…" He loved her smile, he loved everything about her. And for years he had loved his Captain and friend.
"That can be arranged" she joked. He took her hand and kissed it.
"Goodnight Kathryn, I'd better be going."
"Goodnight Chakotay…" Just as he was about to depart she grabbed his arm. "Actually, I know how to make this a really good night…" She pulled him down and kissed him.
"You read my mind Kathryn"
"I'm half Betazoid you know."
"Sure…"
" You know what Chakotay, just do me a favor… Shut up and kiss me." He complied without any hesitation as Voyager flew home.