TITLE: Law & Order: SVU – The Fill In
AUTHOR: D M Harper.
SUMMARY: Sometimes letting go only takes one step in the right direction.
PAIRING: Olivia Benson & Original Female Character
RATING: M for mature content.
DISCLAIMER: This story is the work of an over imaginative mind and the basic wish of many gay women who watch and enjoy certain television shows, to see a little v-vroom between two female characters. I like to dabble with the subtext and do so for fun and not for profit. There is no intent to infringe on the copyright of Wolf Studio or USA Television. This entertainment does feature consensual sexual interaction between two females, so if you are underage or unable to view due to restrictions in your part of the world, be gone with you and take my sympathy with you. If you find such material offensive, too bad, so sad, you chose to enter this web site of your own free will, hence you have no one to whine to expect yourself – now bugger off!
A/N: Take the time to review and feed the Muse!
Chapter 4
Nicole ambled into the Squad Room Friday morning wearing a pair of navy blue fatigue trousers, a matching NYPD polo shirt and polished black combat boots.
Munch took one look at his Commanding Officer and enquired, "Is that the new dress code for Detectives?"
"No. I've got my weapons requalification today, so I thought I'd dress accordingly."
Exiting the hallway, Olivia's jaw dropped as her eyes roamed over the snuggly fitting shirt accentuating compact, rounded breasts and the muscled forearms and biceps of the blonde. She wasn't the only in the bullpen to notice; the other Detectives looked on with appreciation.
When the Captain entered her office, Fin whistled then commented, "Damn, that woman is super-hot."
"I couldn't agree more," added Munch with reverence. "I wonder if she dates colleagues."
Always up for a good laugh, Elliot prompted the older man, "Go ask her John."
With an index finger resting on his chin, Munch considered the proposal for a second before responding, "I just might."
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Nicole adjusted her holster, picked up her baseball cap then collected the sunglasses from the desk. As she opened the door, Munch stepped into the doorway. "Can I assist you with something Sergeant?"
"Can I have a word in private Captain?"
Noticing the other Detectives in the background staring at her, Nicole replied, "Sure, but make it quick. I'm due on the range in twenty." She closed the door and waited for the question.
"Uhm, I was wondering if you'd like to have dinner with me this evening?"
Smiling brightly, Nicole answered, "I'm flattered by your interest John, but I have to decline."
"Oh, I gather it's the work colleague issue."
"No, it's the gender issue."
John's eyes widened with realisation, "Ahh right, gotcha."
"No harm done and it's fine with me if you let the others know the truth behind my refusal."
"So you and the lovely Detective Eames are an item?"
"No John, she is my ex."
"Oh that's good … oops, I mean that you are open and still friends."
"Yes it is good."
Without further conversation, Nicole opened the door and headed outside while John returned to his desk.
"What happened?" asked an inquisitive Fin.
"First off, the Captain is okay with dating a work associate. Secondly, I'm not her type gender wise and Alex Eames is her ex-girlfriend."
A slow grin spread across Olivia's face and Elliot noted, "There you go Liv; you are back in the game."
The phone on Olivia's desk rang, saving her from responding. She and Elliot caught a new case involving the molestation of a schoolgirl in a restroom. The victim had identified a male teacher as her attacker and the Detectives had him in interview by 14:00.
Casey was in possession of a signed confession by 15:10 and a Court appearance was scheduled for the following day.
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Nicole finished cleaning her Glock 23 and was busy reassembling it when weapons instructor Brett Todd walked over to her booth.
"Perfect score, well done Nic," he praised with a pat on her left shoulder.
"Thanks and it's good to see all those hours of practice have paid off."
"Here I was thinking you spent all that time hanging around here just so you could see me," taunted Brett.
"Sorry to burst your ego bubble buddy."
"I can handle the rejection; especially after all these years."
"I'll be sure to mention that to your wife the next time I see her," joked Nicole as she packed her weapon into her bag.
"I'm sure you will and before you go, I have a pamphlet on the Police Games to give to you."
"Excellent."
"Trials for the NYPD Shooting Team commence next Saturday morning at nine."
"Count me in Brett."
"I already put your name down."
"Thanks and I better get back to the Precinct. I'll see you Saturday."
"Will do; bye Nicole."
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Olivia lost her train of thought the instant Nicole walked into the Squad Room looking like she had just spent the entire day rolling around in the dirt chasing bad guys. "Oh good god," she said to herself. "That would be something to see."
"How'd you go Captain?" asked Fin and bringing Olivia out of her self-induced coma.
"Nailed it and on that note; I've got first round at O'Malley's if anyone is interested."
Everyone accepted the invite then Nicole turned heel and headed straight for Casey's office.
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Tapping on the open door, Nicole smiled at the ADA, "Hey Counsellor, we're all meeting up at O'Malley's and I wanted to know if you would care to join us?"
"Thanks. I'm just about to head to Court and can meet you there afterwards."
"Great. Uhm Casey, can I ask you a personal question?"
"Sure, go ahead."
"I've noticed you and Olivia are close; are you two a couple?"
Casey giggled at the thought, "No, she is my best friend."
"Oh, I'm sorry about the implication."
"Don't be and for your information, I'm dating a fellow ADA and Olivia is very much single."
A smirk ghosted Nicole's face, "Oh good and thank you very much."
"You're welcome, just don't mess her about or I'll kick your ass."
"Duly noted for future reference Counsellor and I'll see you later. You can bring a date if you like."
"I will if she is free, bye."
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Nicole placed four pitchers of beer on the two tables occupied by the SVU Detectives and announced, "I've ordered some wings too, I'm famished."
"So what was your score Captain?" enquired John as Nicole sat down between Elliot and Fin.
"Three hundred," came the humble reply.
"Damn!" exclaimed Fin. "That's a perfect score."
Nodding his head, John agreed, "I'm impressed Captain."
"Please call me Nicole or Nic John; we're off duty."
Olivia's cell rang and she saw it was Casey calling, "Excuse me." She stood and made her way outside. "Hello, how did Court go?"
"Great, he was remanded in custody. I'm on my way to the bar after I make one stop."
"Okay."
"You didn't hear this from me, but Nicole is very interested in you."
"Really?" asked Olivia with more than a hint of excitement.
"Yes, so play it cool."
Olivia laughed at the suggestion, "What, am I like twelve?"
"Your voice just went up a few pitches Liv."
"Point taken and thanks for the heads up."
"You are welcome my dear friend and I'll see you soon."
"Bye Case." Pocketing her phone, Olivia returned to the table to find her glass had been refilled.
Nicole made eye contact with her and enquired, "Is everything okay Olivia?"
"Yes, couldn't be better thanks." She knew she was grinning like some halfwit, but couldn't help it. She held the blonde's gaze for a moment before John broke the connection.
He raised his glass, "Here's to Captain Donald Cragen, our leader and friend."
Everyone joined in the toast then the food arrived. It along with the beer quickly disappeared. Olivia got up and went to the bar to buy four more jugs.
Moments later Nicole sidled up beside her, "I thought you might need a hand."
"Thanks."
"While we have a quiet moment, I was wondering if you'd like to join me for dinner tomorrow night."
Olivia tried not to sound too eager, "I'd like that very much."
"Good, I'll pick you up at seven."
"I'll give you my address."
"I've already got it; I'm a Detective you know."
Laughing at the joke, Olivia replied, "Yes, apparently so."
The pair made their way back to the others and filled the empty mugs. An hour later Fin, John, Olivia and Nicole were the only ones left.
Olivia glanced up and spotted Casey and Serena approached the foursome.
Nicole saw them too and uttered, "Well I'll be." She got up and embraced Serena, "It's really great to see you again; I've missed you."
"Same to you Nic. You look amazing."
Nicole stepped back, "So do you Miss Southerlyn."
After greetings were out of the way, Nicole went to the bar and returned with more beer. Olivia went to the bathroom moments later and Casey followed.
As the Detective was washing her hand at the basin, Casey exited a stall. Olivia took one look at her glowing face and remarked, "Oh my god, you've had sex."
Casey burst out laughing, "No, let me correct you. I've recently had the best mind blowing love making in Serena's office."
"Get out of here," retorted Olivia.
Casey dried her hands before continuing, "I swear Liv; Serena is remarkable. She caught me off guard when I went to pick her up and the next minute I'm naked on her desk."
Chuckling at her friend's exuberance, Olivia declared, "I'm so happy for you."
"God so am I. We had to drop off to my apartment to shower and change clothing."
"That explains why it took you so long to get here," reasoned Olivia before hugging the younger woman.
"By the way, Serena and Nicole used to be a couple five years ago."
Stepping out of the embrace, Olivia nodded, "That explains the warm welcome then."
"Yes. They broke up when Serena was sacked by Arthur Branch and she moved to Chicago for work."
"Alex Eames from Major Case is Nicole's ex."
"Really, wow! It is a small world."
"It is and I've got a dinner date tomorrow with Nicole."
Casey wrapped her arms around the brunette, "Yay for you and I expect details."
"Ahh no, never going to happen. Unlike you, I don't kiss and tell."
Sighing, Casey let go of her best friend, "Speaking of kissing, Serena has a brilliant mouth."
"Come on Novak; let's go before you tell me anymore."
"Sorry."
"Don't be, you're just blissful and I have to admit it looks good on you."
"Thank you and I am extremely overjoyed."
The two giggling women rejoined the others and the night continued until midnight.
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