Title: Explanation

Author: untapdtreasure

Flavor: Law & Order: Criminal Intent

Rating: K+

Words: 72 words

Notes: This was written for the open prompt at lawandorder100

Bobby looked up as his partner sat down beside him. She slid her hand into his, giving it a squeeze and held it.

It didn't hurt as much with her there. He gave her hand a squeeze back. "She didn't want everyone gawking at her..." He had to open his heart to someone.

Alex didn't have to ask what he meant as she looked up the closed casket that held his mother.