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Olivia Benson woke up with a smile on her face. Partially due to the fact she was waking up tangled in a combination of bed sheets, arms and legs, and blonde hair, but mostly due to today's date. Today just so happened to be Liv and Alex's one year anniversary, and the detective couldn't have been happier.

Knowing the alarm would be going off soon Olivia remained perfectly still in the same position she woke up in so she could watch her love sleep. She thought the blonde was absolutely gorgeous, but in her sleep she had an angelic glow to her that always seems to take Liv's breath away. It also never ceased to amaze her that no matter what position they laid in bed in, they always managed to fit perfectly together like two puzzle pieces. Normally they would awaken with Olivia spooning Alex from behind. But due to what the brunette referred to as a night of marathon love making neither one of them had moved an inch from where they both finally collapsed in bed at 3AM. The blonde was lying flat on her stomach spread eagle with her arms stretched up and under their pillows, blonde hair splayed out everywhere, and head facing in Liv's direction. The detective was laying in almost the exact same position for the exception of her body laying half way on top of Alex's and her head facing the blonde with their foreheads almost touching.

The detective's lazy smile slowly turned into a mischievous smirk as memories of the last week flooded her mind. Alex had been dropping hints on their upcoming anniversary for the last two weeks. Hints to which Olivia decided to act completely oblivious to, along with not mentioning a single word on their anniversary date. Little did the blonde know her girlfriend had spent the last month planning on the perfect way to celebrate the day their day. She knew she would be on thin ice, but if she could manage to survive the morning with Alex believing she forgot their anniversary, she knew the blonde's reaction would be well worth it. The mere thought of the smile she knew would grow on Alex's beautiful face was causing her to shake in excitement.

Glancing at the clock on the bedside table Olivia slowly untangled herself from the blonde and slide out of bed all without waking the sleeping beauty. Turning off alarm, she knew it wouldn't mess with Alex's schedule since she had to be at the precinct an hour before the attorney had to head into her own office. She very quickly showered and dressed for her day. After resetting the alarm clock she placed a soft kiss on the blonde's cheek and slipped out of the apartment.

Twenty minutes later Alex woke up to a blaring alarm clock and an empty bed. Wrapping the white bed sheet around her body she got up out of bed to search for her detective. Once she started walking she closed her eyes and she winced at the sore muscles on the lower half of her body. Her look of pain quickly turned into a sly smile as she remember their night of lovemaking, and how Olivia couldn't seem to get enough of her. Walking into each room she quickly realized she was alone with no sign of the detective. She held back tears while whispering to herself "there's no way she could have forgotten".

By ten in the morning ADA Alex Cabot has managed to have everyone who worked on her floor all but hiding under their desks. She couldn't believe that Olivia her seemingly perfect girlfriend of one year had forgotten their anniversary. Her mood slowly evolved from the sadness she felt in the morning to anger. The fact that she hadn't heard a single word from Olivia was not helping whatsoever.

She was back sitting at her desk attempting to finish up a closing argument when she heard a knock on her door. "Come In!" was yelled in a tone that would make a marine drill sergeant double think entering the room. Slowly a nervous delivery man opened the door, and peeked inside before speaking "I have a delivery for a one Alexandra Cabot," "I'm her". Quickly the delivery boy stepped in holding a bouquet of twelve beautiful long stem red roses.

Her facial expression softening as well as her tone she instructed the young man to place them on the corner of her desk. Her eyes quickly zoomed in on the card attached, and quickly recognized Olivia's handwriting which read 'To my Alexandra …'

"Where would you like me to place the rest ma'am, they won't fit on your desk?"

Alex's eyes widen, and her eyebrows were raised in curiosity, "The rest?"

The delivery boy smiled before answering "Yes ma'am, someone seems to love you a ton, and sent you a few more of these." Tilting his head in the direction of the roses he awaited further instruction.

Standing up Alex began clearing off a side table she had in her office, "You can put them right here."

After responding with a polite nod the delivery boy began bringing in similar bouquets of roses one by one until the table was filled with a dozen vases filled with a dozen roses each, not including the one sitting on the corner of Alex's desk. By the time he finished the blonde was standing with her mouth hanging open and tears in her eyes.

After managing to mumble a quick thank you, the delivery boy nodded and spoke up "I think you're supposed to open that card first," before winking at the speechless attorney, and making his exit. After a few minutes of staring at what seemed to be an entire garden of roses that was sent to her, she made her way over to the bouquet sitting on her desk and picked out the card. Trembling from emotion she managed to open the envelope and began reading.

I can't begin to explain to you how much I love you, I hope that today I can come someone close to making you feel the love you have made me feel. You have given me the best year of my life, and I pray we stay together for many more years until my last day on this earth. I love you my dear Alexandra. Happy Anniversary.

-Your Olivia

With tears streaming down her face she slowly made her way to the other roses, and noticed the enveloped were labeled 1 through 12. Starting at 1 she began to read the rest unable to control the tears that flowed down her cheeks.

November: It was in November of last year when you made me the happiest woman on earth. You accepted my dinner invitation, and so began our courtship. Ever since this day I have fallen deeper and deeper in love with you. And ever since this day I have vowed to show you the love you deserve.

December: Waking up to your beautiful face on Christmas was the best Christmas present I've ever received. In as little as a month you had shown me more love than anyone ever has in my life. You've made me the luckiest woman in the world.

January: They say the way you bring in the New Year is how you'll spend the year. I spent that night next to the most beautiful woman in the world cherishing that moment. And I've spent this year next to you cherishing every kiss, every hug, every smile, and every waking moment I get to spend with you.

February: My first injury since we became a couple. I'll never forgive myself for the worry I put you through, but I'll never forget the way you stood by me. I never thought I would ever get to experience the love and devotion you showed me. I promise to take care of you just like you did every day for the rest of my life.

March: I was so excited when you asked me to move in with you I thought my heart was going to leap out of my chest. I didn't have to make excuses or find tricks anymore to be able to spend as many nights as possible with you. Seeing your smiling face every night coming home made even the worse of days turn into the best of nights.

April: We had our first argument in April. The worse feeling ever was seeing your infamous icy cold glare being pointed in my direction. But the best feeling was realizing that no matter what we could work through anything, and stick by each other's sides. No matter what happens I will always be right next to you fighting for our love.

May: Six months of bliss with my gorgeous blonde by my side. I love you so very much Alexandra. I could live a million years and never have enough time to show you just how much, but I will never stop trying to.

June: My first undercover assignment since that beautiful day in November. I didn't think it was possible to miss someone so much. Those two weeks made me realize just how much you mean to me. It made me realize that without you by my side I was lost. I need you next to me more than I need the air I breathe.

July: Every time I kiss you, it feels just like it did when we kissed under the fireworks. The most magical feeling I have ever felt is the way we pour our love for one another into every kiss. Even the simplest peck on the cheek makes me beam with happiness and love.

August: Our first vacation as a couple. Two weeks of uninterrupted time together. We already knew so much about each other, but we learned so much more in those two weeks. I could only hope I get to spend the rest of my life learning everything I can about the most wonderful person in the world.

September: You were attacked in court this month. It unleashed so many feelings and fears inside of me. Rushing to your defense was second nature to me. You're my princess and I will forever by your knight and shining armor. Just like in the fairy tales I will always be there to protect you. You Alexandra Cabot are my fairy tale come true.

October: I got to see the lioness that is the jealous Alexandra Cabot this month. You were so sexy. I told you than and I'll tell you today, and every day until my last breath…I belong to you, my mind belongs to you, my heart belongs to you, and my soul belongs to you. I'm yours. Today, tomorrow, forever…

November: You've given me 365 days of pure bliss. 365 days of looking into those beautiful blue eyes, kissing those soft lips, witnessing that gorgeous smile… 365 of love. I didn't think I could fall more in love with you, but each day you made me fall deeper and deeper in love. You've broken down my walls. You've seen me at my weakest and my strongest. You've seen past my insecurities and turned them into my strengths. You've turned me into a better person. I promise you I will strive to give you the love, adoration, and strength that you deserve. I love you today, tomorrow, and forever.

By the last note Alex could no longer control her emotions. She was now leaning onto her desk, her legs feeling like jelly. Sniffling and wiping her eyes she made her way over to her chair. Grabbing tissues she had on her desk and wiping her eyes and wiping off the make-up that was now running. Allowing herself a few minutes to compose herself she began thinking of how to reply to Liv. After a few minutes he knew a phone call wouldn't be enough, she was going to thank her detective in person. Grabbing her purse and placing all her notes inside she began her journey to the precinct.

Olivia was sitting at her desk looking at her notes for her current case. The detectives were at a standstill. Having no witnesses, no evidence, and no leads they knew this was going to be a tough one until their perp slipped. Liv, Nick, Amanda, and Fin were all at their desks throwing ideas back and forth when they all turned their heads hearing the familiar clicking of heels heading their way. Seeing her favorite blonde the detective smiled and stood.

Seemingly ignoring everyone and everything else around them Alex stood less than an inch away from her detective and whispered, "You remembered."

Smiling even wider, Liv let her surroundings disappear around her and closed the gap in between the pair. Pressing her lips to Alex's ear while sliding her arms around her waist she whispered low enough for only her love to hear, "How could you think I'd forget the best day of my life?"

Placing her for head against the brunettes, while tangling her hand in the detective's hair Alex pressed hers body against Liv's slightly nudging her backwards before giving her a long passionate kiss. Both were oblivious to the world, and to the fact everyone in the room was frozen in place watching the pair.

Reluctantly breaking away from each other due to lack of air, Liv managed to catch her breath enough to whisper, her voice huskier than normal, "8pm."

"Huh," mumble the usually well put together blonde who was still seeing stars from their kiss.

"8pm there's a car picking you up at your place, wear a dress.."

"Ok", turning on her heel the blonde made her exit leaving the detective standing in a daze watching her retreating form. She was so lost in the memory of the kiss they shared she didn't realize she was staring at closed elevator doors. Snapping out of her daze only when Fin slapped her on the back, startled the detective jumped back, and give Fin a confused look. Laughing and giving her a wink, "Way to go stud, guess the flowers did the trick huh?"

Grinning from ear to ear the brunette sat back at her desk, and tried getting back to work only to find herself distracted thinking about the plans she had in place for her and her favorite blonde…

To be continued…