Baby, My Baby
By
18lzytwner
Chapter 1
Sergeant Olivia Benson sat at her desk in her office, reading over her detectives' fives on the latest case they wrapped up. Well she was supposed to be reading them. Her mind was preoccupied after the latest hearing regarding the custody of Noah. Juggling her job and her foster child had been difficult but she was up for the challenge.
She had been appalled that Social Services was trying to take her to court, as if she had caused Noah's previously broken ribs and breathing problems. For once she was glad that Counselor Trevor Langan was on her side. Technically he was Noah's attorney but he knew that she would never harm Noah and she was certainly better than putting him back into the system. Although Benson's recent abduction made the case a little harder to prove. Still at the first hint of danger, where she would have ordinarily taken her chances instead of protective custody or having a detail, she got out. She even found a new apartment with Fin's help that put her closer to the precinct and a nearby playground.
Regrettably, Carmine Regetti was still at large but the FBI and Homeland had his operation in a vice and there was little chance of the mobster trying anything for a little while. It had been eight weeks since Elliot's release from the hospital and there was silence from the criminal. Elliot was due to get his cast off later today and he planned to be out of Kathy's hair tomorrow. His job working security at the storage facility was still available, at reduced hours however, and his landlord/boss was glad to see him coming back. He had found an apartment while he was laid up and had worked out a rental agreement for the place which entailed him working security at the building during the day. It was going to be tough working two jobs but in order to actually have an apartment, he needed to do it. Olivia wondered how often she would see him as they tried to patch up their friendship but it was good to see him pulling himself up by the bootstraps.
"Sergeant?" The question from her doorway, made her put her thoughts away.
"What's up Rollins?" Benson asked.
"We've got a case up at the hospital. You want me and Fin to take the interview or head to the crime scene?" The blonde wondered.
"Take the interview and tell Amaro and Carisi to check out the scene. Fill me in on my cell. I need to get home to take to Noah to a doctor's appointment," Olivia explained.
"You got it. See you in the am," Rollins nodded. The blonde turned and left the office. Olivia watched them go and she quickly picked up her paperwork. She'd read the fives later.
At the doctor's office, Liv kept her focus on little Noah. He seemed to be such a happy baby. He had no idea what was going on and she hoped that he'd never have to. At this point, she could not imagine her life without him.
"Olivia?" Doctor Paget, Noah's pediatrician, asked.
"Sorry, there's a lot going on. I'm worried about Noah, the colder weather and all," the Sergeant admitted.
"Well you're doing everything you can and we're doing everything we can. Nothing to worry about. Luckily, he's small enough that he'll be ok. There may be some lingering conditions but we caught it now and we know what to look for and keep an eye out for," the doctor reassured her. Olivia nodded.
"Hey do need help? You seem a bit distracted," Paget commented.
"Sorry. There's a lot going on. I want to be the best mother I can be but Social Services is not helping," Olivia admitted.
"I am sorry for that. Not to worry though. I gave the judge my medical opinion. You should have nothing to worry about," Paget smiled.
"Thank you Doctor," the Sergeant scooped Noah up and put him into his car seat.
"Any time. Don't worry about calling me with any questions. You have my number," the doctor smiled again.
"Yes ma'am," Olivia nodded.
To Be Continued...