A/N: First off, I would like to apologize for not updating anything in like three months. I have been busy with life, school, and reading some really great stories. I know that my material won't be as great as others, but bare with me, at least you get a kick out of my username.

Disclaimer: I do not own Elliot, Olivia, or anyone else you recognize

Elliot walked into the precinct Monday morning after a long and dreadful weekend. He had finally signed the divorce papers on Friday and he thought he would be happy, but he wasn't. Not only was his family life changing for the worse, but also his friendship with Olivia was still on the rocks. Ever since she came back from her undercover job, their relationship changed. They hardly "talked" to each other, even in passing, and they were constantly down each other's throats. Just as Elliot was sitting down, Olivia walked in. They glanced at each other, knowing that it was going to be a long day.

I stare at you from across the room Wondering if you are thinking the same as I am

"Hey Liv."

"Hey."

That was the only thing that they said to each other the entire time they were working. The dark hours of night finally swirled in and Olivia decided to call it a day. She got up to leave, but Elliot stopped her.

"Can I talk to you?" Elliot asked apprehensively.

"Why?" Olivia merely replied.

"Why do you deflect my questions with statements?"

"Why do you deflect my statements with questions?"

While thinking of an answer, Elliot took a longing glance at Olivia. Her appearance had changed greatly. Her hair was a lighter shade of brown and it was curled lightly on her shoulders. Her eyes were the same shade as they always were, but today, they looked like a haunting abyss of darkness. In his mind, she was beautiful. Elliot got a surprised look on his face when he came to the realization that after eight years of partnership, he loved her. He was in love with Olivia Benson.

These feelings for you are strong and painful

Like a heavy weight on the world around me
"Elliot!"

"Huh…what?" Elliot was so caught up in the beauty of his partner, that he never answered her question.

"I asked why…"

"I know what you asked and to tell you the truth, I really don't know."

Olivia was surprised, shocked to say the least. Elliot was the one who usually had the answers to her questions. She just looked at him and he looked like he was going to say something, but he didn't say anything.

Though it is waiting on your lips, it will never seek

It will never find the true moment in time

For it will always be lost and forgotten

"Elliot, what is it?" Olivia asked worriedly.

"Nothing…its just…why did you leave? We've been partners for eight years and we've had plenty of issues between us, but none were so huge that you had to leave SVU."

"I had to Elliot. The feds…"

"Don't blame this on the feds, Liv. You had a choice and you took the easy way out. I didn't want you to leave, but you obviously think otherwise."

Olivia began to have tears in her eyes and she tried to turn away. Elliot saw this and he immediately began to feel bad.

"Liv, I…"

"No Elliot, don't. You've said your piece and now I know how you really feel." Olivia said as she ran up to the cribs and before Elliot could catch her, she slammed the door in his face.

They both stood there on each side of the door, crying soft tears. They both knew, right then and there that they just lost the most important thing in their lives: each other.

THE NEXT DAY

Elliot woke up to the morning light shining through the windows of the precinct. He remembered what had happened last night and where Olivia was. He softly knocked on the door of the crib and when no one responded, he went in. Olivia wasn't up against the door like he thought she was. She was in one of the beds, sleeping soundly. He immediately felt bad for what he said to her last night and he wanted to apologize for his behavior. He was going to leave her alone when something caught his eye. There, by her side, was a tablet of paper with something written on it. He picked it up and read it. It was a poem about somebody, but he couldn't figure out whom. He couldn't believe that Olivia could've written something so good, not that he ever doubted her talents, but he was just so amazed by this, that it made him tear up a bit.

I can't wait for this any longer

But I must hold back

For the sake of us and our relationship

The fear of hurt and guilt rises along with love and passion

The dream of us being one is severed

Along with the friendships of others and the rest of the human race

It may seem surreal but I think it could work between us

I just hope it won't turn around and bite me back

But with us being from two separate worlds, it probably will

I can't possibly live another hour, minute, second without you

For now though, it will have to suffice

I know in my heart that there will always be love for each other

But it can't happen, it won't happen, it shouldn't happen

Cause the agony of forbidden love keeps going and going forever

After reading this, he knew that it was about him. A tear silently rolled down his face when he realized how much pain and horrid he put into her eyes. He left a little note by her poem and he left the crib, silently regretting everything horrible and hurtful he said to her.

Olivia began to stir out of her sleep. She realized where she was and all of yesterday's events started to wash over her. Right next to her was the tablet that held her declaration of love and she saw that something else was on there. She picked it up and as she was reading it, she started to cry.

Liv,

As I was reading this, I realized that I was completely out of line during our argument last night. I am truly sorry if I had caused you any pain and if you want a new partner, I understand. Just remember that someone will always love you, no matter what and the agony will end if you find the right person. I know I have.

Love always,

Elliot

Olivia dried her eyes and she ran out of the crib and she went to the one place that she knew he would be. She opened the door to the roof and she saw him standing there in complete silence. She walked up to him and started talking.

"I'm sorry El. I should have known that you were always on my side. You are the only person that I trust enough to talk to and I blew that chance last night. I honestly can't say why I acted the way I acted, but I know that I was overreacting. You probably hate me right now and…"

Olivia never got to finish her speech because Elliot turned her around and he kissed her. His lips were soft over hers and he was gentle. His hands traveled south and he held her hands, letting their fingers entwine. Olivia kissed him back and the kiss got deeper. They stayed in the same position until oxygen was a definite need and they separated. Elliot looked at Olivia, who still had her eyes closed. She finally opened them and she was surprised.

"Wow. I…I…I…" Olivia tried to finish her sentence but she was unable to.

"Love you" Elliot finished for her.

Olivia began to blush deeply and she turned away. Elliot turned her around and saw the look in her eyes. She looked dazed and confused, like she just came out of a maze of passion.

"I…I…Luh…Love you too." Olivia said silently, but Elliot heard it.

"Liv, you don't have to be afraid. I won't hurt you. I…"

Elliot never finished his statement because this time, Olivia kissed him. She wrapped her arms around his neck and the kiss got deeper yet again. They separated again and they shared small, passionate kisses to show their love for one another.

"You know what they say El, good things come to those…who… wait." Olivia said in between kisses. She kissed him fully one last time before she hugged him tightly. He responded by hugging her back and whispering something in her ear.

"You will always be my beautiful letdown."

A/N: Huh…huh…do you like it???? I honestly tried to do good on this one. The phrases in italic were actually my own work. They were part of a poem that I wrote so I dissected it and I put some of the good lines in here. Review if you want more. I will try to make this into a series of songfics and good stuff like that. Okay…read and review…reviews make me happy on the inside…especially when they are good