Hollow Rehearsal
(December 3rd)

By Coral

Disclaimer: Disclaimers as usual


"Chakotay, I've been meaning to tell you this for a long time..." Kathryn's voice trailed off as she glanced nervously at him. His look was curious, but also encouraging. She gathered her nerves together and began again, "Chakotay, I - I - I care for you a lot." Still that same look. "Chakotay, I lo- I... I can't say it. I can't do this." She sat down and buried her head in her hands. "I can't do this." And still that same look. "Computer, reset holoprogram Janeway-NE-110 and start again."

The holo-Chakotay shimmered out of existence, reappearing behind the desk.

"Chakotay, I..."

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