"Did you want me to?" she teased, recognizing the little smile. She had all of his smiles memorized by now. "Because I think I've put you through enough." But it seemed that no matter what happened he would always be there for her, supporting her and caring for her.

When he hugged her again she fitted herself closely against him. "No, I didn't know that, but I always thought you'd make a wonderful father. I've wanted kids... almost as long as I can remember, though I'd planned to have them when I was a little older. The Enterprise is no doubt going to be sent on another five year mission, and I wanted to be assigned to it, but this certainly changes things."