Hey guys, so I have completed test week without failing anything and it feels good. It felt so good I wrote this chapter foryou so enjoy!
Days later Kathryn was sitting on her couch in her quarters continuing the books she had previously been reading. Although she was reading her mind occasionally turned to Q as it always seemed to these days. The sweet things he'd been doing for her; providing meals and coffee, leaving flowers to make her smile and giving her small gifts to brighten her day. No matter what he did for her, she couldn't help but smile at his antics. She shook her head, trying to rid her head of the thoughts so she could go back to her book. She smiled as she continued reading, allowing herself to slip once again in the world being created around her.
She felt an arm effulge her and moved into the warm body absentmindedly. She lent her head on the shoulder attached to the body. She felt more than heard the chuckle that rumbled through the body. She relaxed into the warmth and safety the body afforded. She breathed in, recognizing the smell of the person.
She sat up ram rod straight, all trace of relaxation gone. Q smirked at her as she mock glared at him. He allowed an innocent smile to replace the smirk, pretending it wasn't his plan for her to snuggle into him. She let a chuckle escape her lips at his innocent act. A genuine smile spread across his face at her amusement.
"So why are you here Q?" she asked as her chuckles died down.
"Why shouldn't I drop in on the beautiful one I love?" he queried, pulling her against him once again.
"Oh, you always have a reason," she joked, allowing herself to relax against his broad chest.
"I just wanted to see you," he smiled before kissing her temple.
"Thank you Q," she sighed, resting her head on him.
"How is everything, Kathy?" he asked, loving the feeling of her against him.
"Everything's fine," she tried to brush off his question.
"Are you sure," he questioned, not allowing her to shut him out.
"It's no worse. Tom and B'Elanna are on the rocks again. Harry appears to be taking up with Megan Delanney. I hope it works out for him. Harry deserves happiness," she smiled, thinking about the youngest member of her crew.
"I like young Mr Kim, he's a very helpful," he smile himself, thinking of the few times he'd met the young officer.
"Do I want to know why you think so?" she asked curiously.
"Possibly but I shall not divulge the information," he smirked, waiting for the glare he was expecting.
When it didn't come he continued on," Other than Mr Kim, how is the rest of your crew?"
"Antsy knowing you're always around," she replied dryly.
"And the Commander?" he asked hesitantly.
"Q," she warned.
"Is he harassing you?" he asked, hoping the answer would be no.
"Of course not," she replied shifting away from him.
He could instantly she was lying to him. That made him worried. What was that bastard doing to his beloved Kathy? It enraged him. How could she put up with this? How could he do that to her?
"Q, it isn't that bad," she tried to reassure as she felt him tense up.
"No Kathy, it is. How could he do this? You don't deserve it," he raged.
"It doesn't matter what I deserve. It's what it is and I try to make the best of it. It doesn't matter," she forcefully replied.
It does matter. Just tell me what he's been doing to you," he demanded.
"I can't," she responded.
"Please, I must know," he pleaded, searching her eyes for any trace of what had happened.
She knew she couldn't deny him this. After all, he probably had a right to know. Although, she wasn't sure why.
"He tried to take advantage of me," she admitted, unable to meet his eye.
"How?" he asked, his voice dangerously calm.
"He came here and forced me against the wall. If Tuvok hadn't showed up I'm not sure what would have happened," she shuddered, looking into her lap.
She heard him roar as he rose from the couch.
"Please, don't do anything stupid. I wasn't hurt, nothing actually happened," she pleaded, grabbing hold of his hand.
He barley felt it. His sight was tinted red. He couldn't shake the image of Chakotay taking his Kathy against the wall without her permission. He wanted to kill the bastard for even trying.
"Q," Kathryn cried as she stood to face him, "Please don't do anything stupid."
"It won't be stupid. He can't do that to you Kathy. Not you, never you," he seethed.
"He didn't do it, Q. Look at me, I'm fine. Nothing happened," she reassured, placing her hand on his cheek, forcing him to look at her.
"He tried, that's enough for him to deserve his fate," he fumed.
"His fate?" she asked, confused.
"I'm going to kill him. He deserves it. He deserves everything he gets," he thundered, turning away from her to leave.
"No, Q, wait," she called.
When he didn't she chased him, putting herself between him and the door.
"Please get out of my way, Kathy," he requested, not wanting to hurt her.
"No, not until you listen to me properly," she demanded, trying to push him further into the room.
"That will take too long. I need to do this now," he fumed, trying to dodge around her.
"No," she said placing her hand on her chest.
He pushed against her gently, forcing her backwards. Knowing words wouldn't calm him she did the only thing she could think of. She threw herself at him and captured his lips with hers. Her unexpected kiss caused him to let out a surprised gasp. As soon as he realised what was happening he responded with all the passion he had built up over the weeks he'd been away from her. She let out a moan as his tongue invaded her mouth. He lifted her up and carried her back to the couch before laying her down.
His hands began to roam her body, trying to commit every curve and dip to memory. She sighed at his touch, pulling him closer to her. He trailed his moth away from hers latching onto a point beneath her ear. As he began to lightly suck on the spot she emitted a gasp. Her sharp gasp turned into a deep moan, sending shivers running down his spine.
Her level of arousal was rising with every second. Of course he would be able to find that spot without any difficulties. His hands moved over her body, causing her to arch into his touch. She wanted him closer, nearer, in her. That last thought caused her to rip her mouth from his and push him up.
"I can't do this. I can't do this," she muttered as she ran her hands through her hair.
"Why Kathy? Everything is perfect, why can't we do this," he asked, resting his forehead against hers.
She opened her mouth to respond but was unable to form words. He watched her trying to from a response, knowing that she would come up short. Eventually she slumped forward onto him forcing him to hug her. He gently placed his arms around her, drawing her closer to his body. She lent her head against his shoulder, drawing comfort from the embrace. He breathed in her scent knowing that although she wouldn't agree now she was on her way to taking him back.
"Oh Kathy," he murmured into her hair lovingly.
She sighed against his neck, snuggling further into her body suddenly feeling exhausted. He lightly pressed a kiss to her temple drawing the comfort she was providing him. He wanted so much for her to accept his apology and take him back. He wanted her to welcome him into her quarters and her life. No, it was more than wanted, he needed her. He wasn't sure he could live without her in his life. She was what was keeping him in existence. Without her he wasn't sure how he would survive. Knowing he was so close to having her back, he was finding it hard waiting for her. He craved her touch, her love and was trying to be patient but when she pulled a stunt like that it was so hard for him not to immediately take her to bed.
"What are you thinking about?" she asked, allowing her fingers to trace patterns on his chest.
"You," he replied simply, nuzzling his nose in her hair.
Satisfied with his answer she closed her eyes and enjoyed the sensation of being held. Realising what she was allowing and how intimate they looked she sat up from his embrace. He could see the emotions flitting through her eyes and the conflict she felt. He wanted so badly to wipe her problems away. He could see how badly she wanted to say yes all the while knowing she couldn't. He wanted her to give into her desire but knew in the end she wouldn't. At least, not tonight.
Before she could say anything, Q rose from the couch and looked down at her with such love she smiled goofily.
"I can see you need more time my most beloved Kathy. I shall be back soon. You think about this and hopefully you will come up with an answer," he gallantly said, kissing the back of her hand.
She watched him as he prepared to leave. He winked at her before snapping his fingers and disappearing in his customary flash.
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