Chakotay took up Kathryn's hand and held it as they walked through their backyard. They walked in silence because they both knew everything had been said. They slowly made their way to the back of the garden and took a seat on the garden bench. Chakotay sat with his arm around her and Kathryn sat with her legs crossed playing with her wedding ring. Chakotay sighed and looked up.

"A year ago, I promised you that I would you everything I could. Did I keep my promise?" Kathryn turned her head to look at him.

"Yes" she said softly. Chakotay thought of the words to say.

"And you have done the same."

"I know." She replied. Chakotay took a deep breath. He then blurted out his words.

"You've given me everything I ever really wanted." Kathryn avoided looking at Chakotay, hoping to hide the tears. This time Chakotay turned to face her.

"But is this everything you've ever wanted?" Kathryn looked around. She watched her baby girl through the kitchen door and smiled. She leaned close to Chakotay's ear.

"Everything and more." She whispered and watched as the worried look on Chakotay's face turned in to a grin.



I'm writing a sequel to the story as of now. It's along the same kind of plot. When I title it I'll post it in this chapter.