Chapter 3 Waking up to the aftermath
Beverly Crusher turned over to find Data working on his PADD and his eyes met hers with a wide smile to boot.
He kissed her softly on the lips and smiled again. "I have a day shift on the bridge today. I would like you to come to the bridge and we will tell the captain that we are together permanently. I don't want him to question my abilities and my duties to this ship" Beverly stroked his arm and took a deep breath "Best to get it over with, bite the bullet"
Data nodded "But first, the only thing I want from you is gentleness, love and joy" He kissed his way down her body
"Oh, you will have that and more" She breathed and they lost themselves in each other.
The two lovers showered and dressed quickly. They were on their way to the bridge and to tell their captain the truth about becoming involved with one another.
"I am glad to see you two, I need to have a discussion about the nebula and our findings." Data and Beverly looked at each other. "We also would like a conference with you in your ready room. There have been certain developments"
Picard looked at the pair with an awkward smile "Right then, we will proceed"
The pair looked like naughty schoolchildren as they sat facing him. "I am not in the habit of waiting patiently, please tell me."
Data reached for Beverly's hand "We are involved, Sir, in a romantic relationship. Beverly was worried that you would show distaste at the prospect." Picard's lips pursed together "Data, Beverly is not some guinea pig that you can conduct experiments with. She will be heartbroken when she realises you cannot love her in return."
Beverly stood up in shock "I have never heard such arrogant words coming from your mouth, I am shocked that the man who stood up for Data at his hearing to prove his sentience has just said such a cruel thing about his friend."
Data stood up and placed a hand on Beverly's arm. "Beverly, he has made his viewpoint quite clear. Apparently even with an emotion chip installed. I don't have real feelings. Yet I have grieved for my daughter Lal, and for Tasha Yar, our fallen comrade." He laced his fingers through Beverly's and he turned to his Captain.
"We are together, Sir, Deal with it or don't, your jealousy is not my problem. I love her and Wesley and I will take care of them to the best of my ability" Tears sprung up in Beverly's eyes
They walked out of the ready room, hands linked and proud of it. The sentient Android and his lover, the doctor.