This is a story between Harry Kim and an alien female. It is dedicated to my baby sister who has panted after Harry since I first introduced her to Voyager. The setting is 6 yrs into the journey. A relationship between Harry and Seven has been negated and Harry is once again free to roam.


Mine mine mine! yeah, right. We all know how it works. Paramount owns it all except our imaginations.

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Lintaran Slave Laws


The planet of Lintara was a beautiful earthlike planet that was eighty percent water. The aqua oceans surround fourty-seven small island continents. The entire planet kept tropical temperatures all year round, and the native Lintarans dressed in as little as was possible. Only the government officials tended to dress a little more conservatively and even their garments could be considered scare. The planet itself seemed like a glorified beach party. Lintaran natives were a humanoid race, much like humans in appearance. The only apparent difference between the two races was the delicate, fluted catlike ears of the Lintarans.

Voyager had entered orbit in the Lintaran system four days ago. The government had approved of a restock in foodstuffs and available shoreleave for all crewmembers. The had also agreed to a trade for the necessary supplies to keep the ship's engines running. Thus Voyager remained in orbit, enjoying much needed repairs.

Harry, Tom, and B'Elanna had desided to spend the day together. They were walking along the boardwalk, dressed in casual shorts and tees, enjoying the sounds of the ocean. Laughing and talking, the three friends were startled by the explosion of a petite, blonde Lintaran female into their midst. The small form slammed into Harry and the two of them tumbled to the ground in a tangle of arms and legs. Harry hit the ground with an "ommph" and brought his arms up to catch the creature and keep her from hurting them both. He was startled at the delicate yet voluptuous form nestled against him. The breath left him again as her beautiful blue eyes made contact with his.

"Are you all right?" He asked as he helpd her up. She nodded slightly before freezing. "Sera!" The loud, angry bellow sent her into motion again. "Sorry!" was her only response as her panicked eyes turned back to the huge Lintaran male rapidly approaching. With a quick jerk, she pulled herself from Harry's grasp, and once again started to move. She was stopped as Tom and B'Elanna stepped in front of her. The girl took one look at the ground and dropped her head in defeat. "Please?" It was a quiet, desperate whisper. At that point, the man had reached them.

He reached out angrily and grabbed her arm. "This woman is mine!" He glared at the Voyagers as if to stress his point. Possessively, he dragged her away. "No!" The anguished cry tore at Harry's heart. "Wait, please! She obviously doesn't want to go with you." The man turned to Harry in a fury. "She is mine! I bought her. She has no other rights." With that he turned and stormed away, the girl struggling in his grasp.

Harry reacted without thinking. "I'll buy her from you Name your price." Both Tome and B'Elanna stared at their friend, shocked. The Lintaran stopped and turned. He studied the young man intently. After a long pause, he nodded. "Four hundred meycals." Harry closed his eyes for a moment, then nodded in agreement. "Come with me." The man turned and headed toward a large building at the end of the boardwalk.

As they entered the building, the three friends were shocked to find themselves in a brothel. Half-naked women lounged around the place. Many were engaged in prelimenary activities with some of the locals.

"I'm not buying her for the night." Harry stared at the Lintaran, who shrugged. "I understand. You want a personal slave. Sera is young and willful, but she is trainable, and skilled." He slung the young woman into the arms of another huge man. "Get her ready to go." He turned back to Harry. "I am Carn, proprietor of this establishment. I give you a good deal with that one. You will pay and then sign this bill of sale." Carn held out his hand for payment. Harry reached into his pockets and began to count out his currency. He was surprised to find himself short, and moreso, when his friends pitched in to complete the sale. Harry then signed the form and was given a copy. Carn smiled. "If you get tired of her, bring her back. I might just buy her from you. However, you won't get what you paid for her." He grinned as Harry scowled. Moments later, Sera was dragged back into the room with a small case in her hands. Harry took her hand and led her from the building.

Harry pulled the girl along with him for some time untli he was certain the wouldn't be watched. Leading her into an alley, he handed her the bill of sale. "You are free to go." The girl shook and refused to take the form. She dropped on her knees before him, crying. "Please! I will be a good slave to you." With trembling hands, she reached for the zipper of his pants and proceeded to remove them. Harry grabbed her hands in shock. "What are you doing?" "Please? I'm sorry! Tell me what I did to displease you?" He reached down and lifted her to her feet. "You haven't done anything, I just want you to be free." She looked at him, fear and puzzlement in her eyes. "I don't understand. On Lintara, slaves have no freedom. There are only new owners and death. If you do not want me, you must sell me or I will be executed." Harry was confused. "What do you mean?" Sera reached up and lightly touched a scar at the base of her throat. "I have been branded a slave. I was sold into slavery ten years ago by my guardians. My parents died and my guardians could not afford to care for me and my six siblings. As the oldest, I was sacrificed so the others could live and be free. My sale will provide for them until they are old enough to care for themselves." She stopped and looked down. "If you free me, it is the same as saying I am a worthless and troublesome slave. I will be executed." Harry closed his eyes in frustration. "Come on." Taking her hand, he glanced at his friends who had been silent throughout the entire exchange. "I have a feeling I'm going to be in a lot of trouble." Holding tightly to Sera's slim hand, harry hit his combadge. "Kim to Voyager, four to beam up." The three friends and the young Lintaran disappeared in the shimmer of the transporter beam.

to be continued...