Alpha - Chapter 4

Seven stared disinterestedly at the painting that hung on the museum wall, the light that hung over it giving it a dim glow. She found the white wall behind it had more interesting features. The air shifted near her and she could sense Kathryn's presence.

"That's one of my favorites, if you notice there towards the center..." Seven had to resist the urge to roll her eyes, a human expression she found to be very effective with her mate. Instead she waited silently for her finish her interpretation of the painting before them. When Janeway was finished they both stood there quietly, staring at the painting. "This isn't your thing, is it?" she asked quietly.

"My? thing?"

"You don't want to be here looking at paintings, do you?"

"If you say it is of interest, Kathryn, then I'm sure it is, but... no, I don't want to be here right now. I think it reasonable to suggest that if I am going to experience doing nothing then that's what we should do." She turned to look at Kathryn. "I understand that lying on the beach and 'doing nothing' is supposed to be enjoyable." Janeway tried to keep her jaw from dropping in shock. Instead, she pursed her lips and gave herself a moment. "How do you manage to do that?"

"Do what?"

"Every time I think I've got you figured out you prove me wrong. You had said you were concerned about not being able to do nothing, so I thought a constructive vacation would be what you wanted. Okay..." She sighed and shook her head a little. "You want to go lie on the beach? We'll go lie on the beach." She took Seven's hand and led her out of the museum.

Before Seven knew it she was spirited away to another part of the planet where there was crystal blue water and pristine beaches. She was lying on a beach towel now, clad in a two piece bathing suit, trying to focus her eyepiece through the sunglasses she was wearing up at the sky above her. She leaned up suddenly and looked over at Kathryn, who was lying back in a fold out lounge chair she had brought along, reading a book. She was wearing a wrap around sarong, a bikini top with a loose button up white shirt she had thrown on to keep the sun from burning her shoulders. She could feel Seven shift next to her.

"Why did you get the lounge chair?" Seven asked.

"Because I wanted to read and it's hard to prop yourself up on the sand."

"I see." Seven lied back down and looked at the stray fluffy clouds that drifted over head. She leaned up again. "Am I doing this right?"

"Yes."

"Are you sure?"

Janeway dropped her book to her lap and sighed. "There is a bag next to me, would you get it please." Seven stood up and walked around to the bag that was sitting on the other side of Kathryn's lounge chair.

"Open it." Seven unzipped the bag and found snorkelling equipment.

Her eyes returned to the open page of her book. "You don't have swim too far and you'll find a very interesting reef out there and there's these fish that..." A splash interrupted her and she looked up to seen Seven was already gone, she saw just a trace of her disappear under the water.

"Do nothing," she snorted as she returned to her book.

A while later Seven emerged from the water, like some goddess being born from the surf. Her goggles and snorkel dangled in one hand loosely as she walked up the sand towards Janeway, who was attempting to peer discretely over her book at the approaching woman.

"Did you have fun?"

"Yes...but I was thinking of something that would be more fun."

Kathryn felt a few drops of water splash onto her as Seven leaned over her. She could tell by the tone of her lover's voice what she meant.

"Oh really?" she asked with a smirk.

"Yes." Seven picked her up with ease, carrying her like a hero carrying a damsel in distress in a trashy holonovel. Kathryn was more than thrilled to go along with it.

"Close your eyes," Seven ordered sweetly, and the captain complied, a thousand thoughts of lust on the beach going through her mind.

After Seven had walked a few paces with Janeway in her arms she stopped abruptly.

"Hold your breath."

"Hold my-" Her eyes flew open and she saw they were on a small rock outcropping that was above the water.

"Seven of Nine!" she hollered as she flew through the air and splashed into the water.

She sputtered to the surface and leveled a level 1 grade A evil eye at Seven who nodded to herself in satisfaction.

"I enjoyed that."

"I'm sooo glad," she sneered, "Because when I get a hold of you-"

Before she could finish the sentence Seven jumped in the water next to her, splashing her thoroughly.

The young woman bobbed to the surface of the crystal water, her blonde hair smoothed back from the water, her lips quirked in satisfied little grin. She grabbed Kathryn's hand and placed it on her breast, sliding it under the wet material.

"Now you have a hold of me. What do you intend to do?"

"I think some punishment is in order." Janeway growled. They move further toward the beach so they could stand easily.

"Your punishment," she continued, "is to be ravished on the beach."

She pulled Seven's top down enough to expose a breast, which leapt free from its confinement.

Her skin was soft and cool from the water and the mouth that fastened onto her nipple seemed almost hot. She whimpered at the sensation, as she looked out onto the expanse of ocean that filled her vision, and stretched endlessly into the horizon.

Seven focused completely on the wet tugging on her breast, the perfect blue sky dancing before her.

They swayed a little as a small wave moved into the small lagoon area they were in. Kathryn looked up from her task and shot a quick glance at their surroundings.

"No one will come by," Seven encouraged.

Kathryn smiled at her and kissed her gently. "I know." She lifted the straps that held up Seven's top and slid them down her shoulders to expose both breasts. A little growl escaped from her throat at the sight, and then she threw herself whole-heartedly into her task, sucking the other nipple into her mouth and lavishing it with attention.

Seven arched back and for a moment almost worried that she might tip over, especially when she felt Kathryn's fingers pushing aside the thin material of her bathing suit and skirting along the edge of her most sensitive area. She gasped and nipped Janeway's shoulder.

Seven was being extremely responsive and Kathryn had to wonder briefly if she was aroused by the water or by being in such a highly visible area. Oh, this was going to be fun.

The bottoms were easy to push aside and she could feel a different kind of wetness caress her fingertips. She trailed her lips up to Seven's neck, gave it a little bite, and then tongued her earlobe gently.

"Do you like that?"

She could only manage a moan in response.

"Maybe I should take you right here, what do you think?" Without an answer she slipped two fingers deep inside her partner, who cried out at the action.

"You're ready..." Kathryn said, thrusting in deeper. She anchored her feet in the sand. This was one time being shorter had an advantage. She licked her lips and continued. "I want you to come for me."

Seven couldn't nod fast enough as she tightened her grip on Kathryn, who nuzzled her blonde tresses as she began teasing her clit lightly with her thumb. She began pumping into her hard, then stopping the motion completely to tease her clit. She would then return sliding her fingers slowly in and out of her, only returning occasionally to tease the hard little nub.

Eventually, Seven was arching up on her toes, trying to push the sensitive area towards her tormenter, who just continued her leisurely pace of entering, withdrawing, and occasionally flickering her fingers against the sensitive bundle.

It had the effect of taking a staircase one step at a time and before Seven knew it she had reached the top, her insides turning into liquid fire a flowing onto Kathryn's hand. She gave a yell that was like a prolonged sigh and almost fell backwards into the water.

Janeway caught her and held her close as she panted for air.

After a moment she cleared her throat.

"You okay? I thought you were going to pass out."

Seven nodded, still seeing stars. Suddenly she got her strength back and turned her gaze to Janeway.

"How can I express my gratitude for that?" She asked in a very Borg like manner.

"I'll think of something, don't worry."

After relaxing a bit more by the beach they decided it was time to turn in and walked back to the beach house they were staying at.

Kathryn walked to straight into the bathroom, where she started to fill the tub with warm water and scented oils. She walked back to where Seven was now standing on the balcony, which overlooked an incredible expanse of ocean. Kathryn handed her a robe, and suggested they take a warm bath to refresh and revitalise themselves before heading back into the resort for a leisurely dinner.

Kathryn reached her hand out to Seven. The wrong thing to do: the touch of her soft warm hand made Kathryn's heart skip a beat, no several. She wanted desperately to take Seven into her arms and kiss her deeply, passionately, instead she headed in the direction of the bathroom. Seven followed, never releasing her hand. Along the way she began to work her fingers through Kathryn's, lightly teasing her palm. The sensation was so intense that Kathryn's ability to breathe was severely hampered. That did it, no longer able to restrain her desire, she took Seven's face tenderly in her hands and kissed her softly, she responded with another, then another. They were embraced, kissing and burning with desire.

Before either of them realised what was happening Seven unbuttoned Kathryn's blouse and removed her bra. Their hands caressing gently. Kissing, fumbling with her buttons, Kathryn finally unbuttoned Seven's shirt and let it drop to the floor, her beautiful breasts were naked against Kathryn's burning flesh. Wasting no more time, they both removed any trace of clothing. Lifting Kathryn into the tub, Seven slid in next to her, where they continued kissing and the exploring of the each other's body for some time. It wasn't long before Kathryn rolled Seven onto her back. In a fraction of a second she began to rub her delicate frame along the length and breadth of Seven's. Breathless with excitement, she pulled her closer. Feeling her intensity, she began to move higher up Seven's body, nibbling gently on her lower lip, then suddenly sucking it between her teeth repeating the process several times. Pushing her tight against the tub, she slid further up Seven's frame, strategically pushing her knee in between Seven's thighs. She then placed one of her breasts into Seven's mouth. Instead of running her tongue over the nipple, Seven started to rub, and massaged the entire breast. Kathryn moaned in anticipation. When she finally took hold of my nipple in her mouth, she cried out in pleasure. Seven lightly pinched the other nipple just hard enough to create exquisite sensation throughout Kathryn's body.

"Stand up, Kathryn. I want to move into the other room." They moved dripping wet into the open room, Seven led Kathryn to a large rug in front of a fireplace. There was no fire, it not necessary in the current climate, but the rug was very inviting. Without letting go of each other, they slowly lowered themselves to their knees, and continued to hold and kiss each other. Kathryn lowered Seven to the floor and laid on top of her. The kissing, the touching, the closeness was wonderful. Seven's body was on fire. "Please, Kathryn, please, I need your tongue inside of me now."

Kathryn started a long, slow slide down her body, tormenting Seven by taking time to kiss each breast, to taste each sweaty patch of skin, to suck her navel. She stopped at her belly, where she licked and bit the smooth skin, blowing softly across her hot skin. Finally, she began an even slower descent. She nipped at the skin under Seven's fine blond hair. She blew into it and let her tongue flicker lightly there. Finally, her tongue just grazed the Seven's entrance. Kathryn was taking an excruciating amount of time. It only made Seven want her more.

She began to lick Seven's engorged lips with her full tongue making contact. She gradually increased the pressure and without warning she plunged as far as she could inside. Seven was near total ecstasy, and all she could say was, "Oh Kathryn! Kathryn. Please, oh please..."

Kathryn's tongue found her clit and pressed hard on it. She slid two fingers inside Seven and continued the momentum she had already begun. Meanwhile her tongue provided the necessary contact to send Seven over the edge. She used just the tip of her tongue to slide rapidly up and down the length of her clitoris, pressing hard as she did so. Heat was building quickly at Seven's very core and radiating down her legs all the way to her toes. She felt her lower body stiffen and toes curl. Seven sucked in her breath and held it while the pressure built. In one gigantic release, she exhaled and called out to Kathryn in ecstasy. She closed her eyes and held her breath again as spasms of pleasure caused her body to shudder uncontrollably.

Kathryn put her arms around Seven, both trying to regain their breath. "Please Kathryn, hold me." She quickly moved up next to her and wrapped Seven in her arms and legs. "I think I'm going to enjoy our holiday..." sighed Seven in an extremely satisfied tone.

Discovering they had worked up an appetite, they dried each other off, then headed into the populated area of the island for dinner. Placing their orders, Seven and Kathryn sat speechless, passionately gazing into the others eyes, their smiles caressing each other's soul. Early on it became apparent that neither one could finish their meal. Obviously, their thoughts were not on obtaining sustenance. Trying to savor the moment they decided to have a nightcap out on the balcony. They didn't really need to huddle close, as they air was so warm, but neither wanted to break the embrace. Kathryn sighed so deeply, it made Seven tremble and her heart race. Lost in the love emanating from her eyes, it took all the will power either could manage to keep from making fervent love to her on the balcony.

They continued to survey the crystal beauty of the ocean water. The full moon providing just enough light to make everything seem like a picture postcard. The peace and serenity of the ocean, while spectacular, could not begin to compare with Kathryn's beauty. Seven took her hand in and silently they moved into the bedroom, where pulled Kathryn into a delicate embrace.

Though Seven's senses were naturally heightened, they were now working overtime. Seven was aware of things that normally she would deem irrelevant, like lingering fragrance of the scented oils. The silky touch of her Kathryn's hair against her cheek, the warmth of her petite body pressing against hers. Kathryn had ignited the embers of her soul into a raging fire. Seven's mind was already making love to her when she opened her eyes, and found Kathryn gazing up at her. Pulling her closer their lips brushed each others, the sensation was electrifying and demanded satisfaction. Seven felt compelled to trace the outline of her mouth with the tip of my finger. As if by some invisible cue, Kathryn began to fondle Seven's breasts, then her hips... Their hunger for each other was out of control again, and unable to speak, they sank to the floor.

Quickly they removed their clothes. All Seven wanted was to release the passion that was building inside Kathryn to boiling point. Kathryn was so ready for it. Seven moved her skilful hands downwards. She opened Kathryn up, and moved deeper and deeper inside her, until she found her g-spot. Grinding hard and furious, she was driving Kathryn crazy. Seven committed her all to the task. Pulling Kathryn to her hands and knees, she took her breast into her mouth, sucking, licking, wild and furiously, at the same time her fingers moved to take place that would send Kathryn over the edge. No longer able to hold back, screaming her passion aloud, Kathryn exploded like a million stars into the universe. They went to sleep feeling more relaxed and at peace than ever before, whispering the words, "I love you" to each other.

Kathryn and Seven had an amazing few days doing 'nothing',. Besides spending quality time together, they had been to the nearby rainforest and had gone diving at the reef. With only one more day before they were due to return, Seven decided to have another go at relaxing on the beach. Kathryn decided to join her and together they sat and reminisced about Voyager. They had only been back on Earth a few weeks and already it seemed like a distant memory.

Seven was laughing about some fun times she and Naomi Wildman had had in Neelix's kitchen when he was on security duty one day. Naomi had convinced Seven that learning to cook gingerbread men would impress the Captain no end. Apparently Lieutenant Wildman liked them with coffee, and well? the Captain liked coffee? perhaps the young girl had been studying logic with Tuvok?

"Oh, I remember that," Kathryn smiled, "they were horrible! But the two of you looked adorable covered in flour."

"I was glad to be a source of amusement for you Kathryn." Seven looked out at the water. "I miss Naomi. She's getting much bigger now. She's not a child anymore is she?"

"I'm not sure she ever got a chance to be one on Voyager."

"Mmmn. Oh I did receive a message from her before we left. Did you know that her father was killed in the Dominion War?"

"Oh no, I didn't. Poor Sam." The Captain was sincerely upset over this news, she had enjoyed a great rapport with Lieutenant Wildman.

"Indeed. They are currently on Kataria visiting his family. Then I believe it is their intention to return to Earth."

"Really? I haven't received a request from Starfleet on Sam's next position yet. Do they have family here?"

"In Sydney."

"Well that's good?" Kathryn's voice trailed off; talking about the Wildman's had reminded her of one of the worst days of her life?

"Kathryn are you OK? You look preoccupied."

She snapped back out of it quickly. "No, I'm fine Seven, I was just remembering something."

"I am intrigued, what were you thinking about?"

"Remember when you stayed on the Borg ship?"

"That is hardly an event I will ever forget Kathryn, it was possibly the worst day of my life."

"Yes, mine too. Did I ever tell you that Naomi came to me with a rescue plan?"

"No, you didn't."

"Well it was quite a good one at that." Kathryn smiled. "And it also helped me to realise that my motives for finding you weren't completely self motivated."

Seven remember the dark period in her life. To have come so far, and have it all; her life, her individuality, her home and Kathryn taken away from her? She leaned over and gently kissed Kathryn.

"Thank you for finding me."

"I don't think I could have gone on if we didn't."

It was shortly after these events in the Delta Quadrant that Kathryn and Seven had become even closer, eventually resulting in their current status as a couple.

"Kathryn you have faced much tragedy in you life and you survived. Voyager would have continued to function without me."

"Function yes, but one thing is for sure, we would not be home?" Kathryn spoke carefully. "And I could not have functioned without you."

"But we were not together then. You would not have known what we have now."

"True, and it is hard to look at those events in retrospect without placing them in the context of our relationship. But I knew exactly how I felt about you, even if it did take a bit longer to admit it to myself."

"Indeed, as did I." Seven paused for a moment. "Kathryn, I am puzzled. We have never spoken at great length about your first fianc鬠Justin Tighe, and how his death affected you?"

"Yes we have, I talked a lot my depression after he and my father died. I blamed myself? in fact I still do."

"Yes, however you have only spoken about your grief in relation to your father's death, not Justin's."

Kathryn sighed, this really wasn't light conversation for a day at the beach! Trust Seven to launch into it now.

"Seven, I have many regrets about life. The greatest is not saving my father that day. I had a chance to save one of them? I chose to squander precious time in the attempt to save them both. I failed."

"At the time, you loved with Justin?"

"Yes."

"If it were your father and me in that situation, you would have chosen your father?"

"Seven! What a preposterous question! I don't really think I want to have this conversation with you."

"Kathryn, I am getting to something." Seven knew was walking a fine line with these questions. "You would not be able to choose between me and your father. Am I right? You would attempt to save us both. It would be the same if it were me and your mother or me and Phoebe?"

"Yes, I suppose you are right."

"Then why harbor the guilt? You can not change who you are. While we were in Delta Quadrant you regularly put the whole crew at risk to save one person. It did not matter if it were me, B'Elanna, Tuvok, or anyone ? It could have been the wrong decision on many occasions."

"It's not that simple Seven."

"I'm sure it is not."

"Loving you so much makes it seem even worse."

Seven did not see the link between Kathryn's father, Justin and herself. "Explain?"

"Looking back now, I know you have been the only true love of my life. To think I had the chance to save my father, and I didn't. I had no idea what love was with Justin"

"Kathryn, I believe your logic is flawed. You believed that you loved Justin at the time. You did not know I was going to turn up in your life."

"Yes I know. Seven, to be perfectly honest it has been seeing Mom again that has dredged up theses irrational feelings in me. My biggest regret is that my decision left my mother without her husband."

"I see. I did not think of that," admitted Seven.

"Seven, I really want you to feel that we can talk about anything that has happened in my life, but perhaps another day. It is so beautiful here? and you look incredible? there are many other things I'd like to be doing right now." Kathryn gave her that smoldering look that pierces Seven to her very core.

"Indeed?" It was the only thing Seven could get out before the length of Kathryn body against hers began to assault all her senses, rendering Seven incapable of any further conversation for the moment.