The house holds a lot of memories for her, and even more memories of her and her new life. She looks around the first floor recalling her and Fitz's antics, as well as their arguments. They've had good and bad times in this house, and no matter what they've always came back to one another.
She also remembers Ella's time in the house. She remembers how many times they've watched cartoons on the couch and movies. In addition to the board games they've played sitting at the kitchen table, or the meals she's prepared for family and friends in her kitchen.
Lots of discussions have happened in the kitchen and living room of her house. Like when she first met Fitz, and her and her brother argued about them seeing one another romantically.
She shakes her head as she thinks about how fiercely they argued, and she'd literally only knew Fitz for a few hours. Who would've thought after spending an afternoon with someone; she'd end up being married to him within six months of that date, and she'd be moving.
In settling her thoughts, she takes a breath and feels the bitter sweetness of the moment. For so long this house was all she had, and now it's miniscule in comparison to what she's gained in the meantime.
She now has so much more going for herself than she ever thought was possible, in such a short time. The love of a great man, a new job, and ultimately a new life. She's on the road to a new life she didn't know was possible until she met the love of her life.
While taking stock of her environment. She's not sad. She's actually happy and can't believe how blessed she is to be experiencing such a great turn of events; she's grateful for where she is and hopeful about there being more to come.
After settling into the moment and shifting her focus, she looks down at her left hand and grins looking at her wedding set. It has to be the most beautiful set she's ever seen. She's not sure of the exact cost; but she's sure that her husband has remarkable taste, and an affinity for making certain she has the best. Which she undoubtedly appreciates.
The three part set, total 7 carat diamond ring, with 5 carats being the emerald cut diamond, and two carat bands it sits between, shimmers in the light, making her grin as she remembers the comments her coworkers made about her ring. She really does feel like a princess, she sighs as she continues to hold it up to the light.
Her moment breaks as her phone rings; she sees its James. She answers, "Hey James, how are you?" He replies, "Morning Liv. I just wanted to let you know we're on our way." She responds, "Okay. I'm actually at my old house. So you can drop her off here." He replies, "Okay. We'll be there shortly." She says, "Okay. I'll be on the lookout for you."
As soon as she hangs up; her phone rings again, and she sees it's Char. She answers, "Good morning Char." Char responds, "Morning Liv. I was wondering if it would be okay if I dropped Ana off in the next few minutes. The boys are sick, and I need to take them to the doctor." Olivia replies. "Oh no. I'm sorry to hear that sweetie. Of course you can drop her off. I'm at my old house. Do you know the address?" She replies, "No. Can you send it to me?"
She replies, "Yes of course. I'll send it to you, and you can drop her off whenever you need to." Char responds, "Thanks Liv. You're a life saver. Either me or Drew will bring her by." She nods as she replies, "Sure thing Char. No worries. I hope they feel better." Char replies, "Me too. It's their asthma. With the weather changing back and forth and the high pollen count; they're struggling." Olivia shakes her head as she says, "I'm sorry sweetie. Well, when you're ready. I'm here." She replies, "Okay. I'm on my way." They hang up and Olivia sends her the address via text.
After sending the text; she notices Fitz sent her the email to the financial advisor. So she goes to her tablet and pulls her financial file. After sending the information to him, she grabs a box and begins packing up some keepsakes she has on the built in shelves in the living room.
Approximately a half hour later James arrives with Ella in tow, and only seconds after he leaves, Drew drops off Ana. He thanks her again for allowing them to drop her off earlier than expected. However, she reassures him it's fine, and again wishes their boys well. He thanks her for her kindness and heads to the doctor's office to meet Char.
Once he leaves, Ella is quite surprised to see Ana, and the girls squeal with excitement; which makes Olivia beam. They get even more excited when Olivia tells Ella that Ana is spending the night. She's not just visiting.
Olivia adores their excitement, it makes her smile too. As they settle down, Olivia says, "Girls, why don't you put your back packs down on the couch, and head up to Ella's room." Ella says, "Can we watch a movie instead Liv?" Olivia replies, "Yes you can watch a movie; but after you go through the toys you don't play with anymore, and pack up the ones you want to keep. Okay?"
Ella asks, "Why am I packing up my toys?" It then dons on Olivia that she never talked to Ella about her moving. The last time Ella was with them they were here at her house. She hasn't been to Fitz's house yet. She sees the look of confusion and concern on Ella's face, and says, "Sweetheart I'm sorry. Come here."
Olivia sits down on the couch, and Ella comes over to sit down next to her. She says, "Ana, you can sit down too dear. I just need to talk to Ella for a second." Ana happily has a seat in the chair across from them, and Olivia turns to face Ella.
She sees the sadness resting on her face and she says, "Ella honey, I thought I talked to you before about me and Fitz moving in together, now that we're married. But it's obvious that I didn't huh?" Ella shakes her head no and has tears in her eyes.
Olivia feels awful, as she replies, "Oh sweetie, don't cry. Why are you crying?" Ella replies, "Because you're moving away." Olivia quickly says, "Ella Bell, don't worry honey. I am just moving three streets away, and you're welcome to stay with me as much as you want. Just as you do now."
As Olivia takes her hand, and offers her a tissue. Ella sadly asks, "What about my room, and my stuff?" Olivia comfortingly says, "We can move your room to the new house sweetie." Realizing what Olivia is saying, Ella asks, "So I have a room at the new house?" Olivia replies, "Not yet. Because you haven't picked it out yet." Ella responds, "I get to pick my room."