"You pushed aside my selfish pride. You made me understand that not only did I not have to; but rather I didn't want to walk this world on my own. Love for so long was only a foreign concept I enjoyed seeing for others and for me I simply could not understand it or care if I'm honest. Choices I've made for years each forming and shaping me into this man before you; and me allowing you into that closed off heart of mine was the best decision I ever made. Thank you for giving me a chance, thank you for being patient with me. Now one last thing…will you marry me Olivia Benson?"