A/N: This was written for the Resolutions 20th Anniversary Drabble Challenge at VAMB
Defining parameters
Chakotay's heart was pounding while he held Kathryn's hand. Suddenly she smiled sheepishly and looked down.
"Kathryn?" he asked softly.
"I really want this, Chakotay, but what I meant by defining parameters… I know it's unlikely… but if we should be rescued we need to go back to our old command structure. I need us to."
He saw sadness on her face and nodded without thinking.
She rose then, her hand never releasing his. "You're sure you're okay with this?"
"I am," he answered, hoping one day she would tell him why it was so important and pulled her close.