TITLE: Law & Order: Special Victims Unit – Living To Extremes
AUTHOR: D M Harper.
SUMMARY: The sparks and insults fly when two dedicated and independent woman meet at a crime scene on a cold winter's day in New York City. A/U
PAIRINGS: Detective Olivia Benson & OFC; ADA Casey Novak & ADA Serena Southerlyn.
RATING: MA for mature sexual content and language.
DISCLAIMER: This story is the work of an 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 NBC Universal Television or Dick Wolf. 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 whinge to expect yourself - now bugger off!
Author's Note: Please take the time to review; it is food on which the Muse thrives.
Chapter 13
Carmichael - Richards Residence
110 W 22nd Street, Chelsea
1857 hours
Saturday March 19th
Chung chung
Casey and Serena were already at Abbie and Stephanie's house when Olivia knocked on the door. Seconds later, a tall, long haired blonde with chiselled features and piercing blue eyes opened the door and immediately embraced Olivia, "Liv, it's been too long, you look terrific."
Olivia kissed the blonde quickly on the lips before saying, "And you are stunning as always."
The friends parted and Olivia added, "Stephanie, I'd like you to meet my girlfriend Kate Bingham."
Stephanie hugged Kate, "Pleased to meet you Kate and Abbie has nothing but good things to say about you."
"The same can be said of your wife."
"Come on in, the girls are on the back deck and it's a kids free night. My mother has them for the weekend."
"You have a beautiful home," remarked Kate as the trio walked down the corridor.
"Thank you Kate."
Olivia gripped Kate's hand and added, "Steph designed it."
"Oh, I see I've met yet another talented woman."
"She is extremely skilled," noted Abbie from the kitchen. "That's why I married her." She greeted Olivia and Kate with an embrace and kiss then cuddled Stephanie. "You are looking well Kate."
"Thanks Abbie, I owe it all to my private nurse."
Everyone laughed then joined Casey and Serena out back.
Kate reclined into a chair and took in the banter between the five friends and enjoyed learning more about them.
Olivia was attentive, asking her regularly if she needed anything.
"Olivia told us you purchased a house four blocks from us Kate," said Stephanie.
"Yes, number 202. We'll be moving in on May the 7th."
"We?" queried Casey.
"Yes," replied Olivia happily. "Kate asked me this morning."
"Well that announcement requires a celebratory drink," suggested Abbie as she stood up. She leaned over and kissed her wife on the top of her head, "Love you."
"Love you too and it's on the bottom shelf of the fridge babe."
Abbie entered the house and Stephanie smiled at the four women staring at her, "Abs and I had a bet about how long it would be before Olivia and Kate cohabitated."
"Obviously Abbie won," noted Serena.
"Yes, she said Kate would ask before the house was available. She's had the bottle of champagne for two weeks," explained a grinning Stephanie.
Abbie returned carrying the bottle and crystal flutes. She quickly filled the glasses and handed them around leaving Kate out. "Here's to domesticated bliss for two deserving people, Liv and Kate," toasted Abbie.
"Cheers!" responded Olivia while Kate hugged her.
"Casey and I drove past the house on the way over," said Serena. "I can't wait to look inside."
"It's spectacular," declared Olivia. "There's lots of room."
Stephanie inquired, "So how are the wedding plans going Casey and Ser?"
Casey squeezed Serena's hand and answered, "Very well, both our mothers have basically taken over and we just approve or disapprove their suggestions."
"It's saving us time and effort," added Serena.
"Excellent," replied Stephanie.
"Oh Casey," said Abbie. "I've been recruited to the DA's Office softball team for Saturday."
"Shit Carmichael, you could have said no," bemoaned Casey with a roll of her eyes..
"Is there a problem?" asked Kate.
Serena took the question, "Tex over there is a great ballplayer and will boost the Attorney's chances."
"I played ball at College," confessed Abbie humbly.
"You played for State you shit," pointed out Olivia with a chuckle.
"So how come you don't play honey," inquired Kate.
"I'm banned from the team," admitted the brunette matter-of-factly.
"How come?"
"The guys complain I throw like a girl."
"You're kidding me? With arms like that you should be out tossing Munch."
"Nope, apparently I wasn't born with the throwing arm DNA."
"Oh honey, we are going to have to work on that."
"Sounds like a lot of fun."
Kate chortled, "It will be baby. So what do I need to bring on Saturday besides beer?"
"Potato chips," replied Olivia.
"Steph and I will supply the hot dogs and kids," offered Abbie with a giggle.
"We'll cover the potato salad and sodas," suggested Casey.
"Now that's organised," declared Abbie as she got to her feet. "Who wants a refill?"
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It was a little past midnight when Kate nestled into the crook of Olivia's shoulder and kissed her jaw, "I had a really good time."
"I did too and it was nice to have us all together again."
"Abbie and Stephanie are such a wonderful couple."
"They are a joy to watch."
"They certainly are content."
"So am I Kate."
"I'm glad to hear that and tomorrow I am taking you to buy a softball glove so I can teach you how to throw."
"What do I get as a reward?"
"You retain your butch status."
"Is that all?" taunted Olivia.
"You also get to prove your worth to the team."
"Is there anything else?"
"You get my undivided attention."
"Now that's an incentive I can work with sweetie."
"How about I practice now?"
"Please proceed."
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East River Park Softball Facilities
1150 hours
Saturday April 5th
Chung chung
Kate and Olivia set the cooler down beside the portable grill and greeted everyone. They waved to Abbie and Stephanie who were standing over on the other side of the field talking to Jack McCoy.
"I see Mike Cutter is still trying to impress the new ADA," commented Casey to Olivia.
"It's a complete waste of time," replied Olivia confidently.
"Are you talking about Connie Rubirosa?" asked Serena.
Kate looked over to the tall good looking brunette and said, "I'm with Liv, he is wasting his time."
Casey giggled at the interplay, "Rumour has it he is smitten."
Kate watched as Connie waved to an attractive long haired blonde and smiled brightly, "Blonde, second tier of the stand on the left wearing a black sweater. I believe that is Connie's girlfriend, a Sergeant Kristen Stanton from the two-seven."
"Oh, I've seen her at the office, very nice," remarked Serena approvingly. "Arthur Branch would have a fit if he saw all these lesbians together."
"Thank goodness he's gone and Jack is more Liberal minded," quipped Casey.
"Kate, do you know Connie?" asked Olivia.
"Yes, but not that well, she's a very nice woman."
"Well, I better go join my team," announced Serena before kissing Casey farewell.
"Good luck baby," replied Casey. "And trip Abbie and Mike over for me if you get the opportunity."
"Honey, that is not fair or very sporting."
Elliot joined the group and declared, "It may be our only chance, so feel free to do it Serena."
"Yeah that's true," conceded Serena as she ran across the diamond.
Stephanie met her holding hands with her two children and after a brief conversation, walked over to Olivia, Kate and the others. "Hey everyone," she said in greeting.
Olivia crouched down, "Hello Stefan and Caitlin, how you doing?"
They hugged her in turn then excitedly told her about their weekend with their grandmother.
Kate observed and smiled when black haired Stefan asked, "Aunt Liv, which one is Kate?"
Olivia stood and reached for Kate's hand, "This is Kate."
Kneeling, Kate said, "Hello Stefan and Caitlin."
"You're very pretty," commented Stefan.
"And you are a very handsome lad."
Curly blonde haired Caitlin hugged Kate around the neck and kissed her head, "You have a boo boo."
"I did, but you just made it all better." Kate straightened up, "They are adorable Stephanie."
"Yes, Abbie and I really lucked out. I better get back to the other side. We'll see you after the game."
Everyone said goodbye and ten minutes later, the DA's team took the field with Mike pitching. Jack was short stop, Abbie catcher, Connie on first and Serena on second.
Elliot was first up to bat and he hit a two base strike. Fin followed with a one bagger and Casey brought them across the plate with a home run. Munch managed a two base swing as did Don Cragen. By the top of the ninth innings the one-six was leading 8-6 when Abbie hit a solo home run and the next two batters that followed were struck out by Elliot to seal the win for the one-six.
The two teams converged around the grill to eat hot dogs, hamburgers and chat. Kate spoke with Connie and Kristen and introduced them to Olivia, Elliot and his family.
As the sun started to set, the two teams and supporters departed for home and Olivia caught a case. She took her car to the scene while Abbie and Stephanie drove Kate home.
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Benson Residence
Sunday April 6th
Chung chung
Olivia staggered into her bed at 05:40 and spent most of the day sleeping while Kate visited Casey and Serena.
It was ten minutes past three when Olivia woke, showered then called Kate.
"Hello," answered Kate after three rings.
"Hey, sorry I didn't call earlier."
"It's fine, I just assumed you were still on the job."
"Yeah, I got in after five thirty, but we got the creep who butchered his wife after raping her."
"Well done Liv."
"You sound tired, are you all right baby?"
"Yes honey, I'm over at Case and Ser's with the Carmichael-Richards' clan. I've been playing with the kids."
Olivia giggled, "So they've worn you out?"
"They certainly have, but I'm not complaining."
"Would you like to come over for dinner?"
"It's Sunday honey, I have dinner with dad. I can pick you up at six if you'd like to accompany me?"
"I'll be ready Kate."
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Bingham Residence
2134 hours Sunday April 6th
Chung chung
"You looking forward to work tomorrow?" inquired Olivia as she pulled back the covers on Kate's bed.
"Yes, it will be good to get back and start using my brain again."
"Your dad seemed excited about his trip."
"The two months away will be good for him."
Olivia climbed into bed and reached for Kate, "You better go to sleep after your big day."
Kate nestled onto Olivia's chest and sighed, "I forgot how exhausting children can be."
"I learnt that lesson with Elliot's brood."
"Casey told me about Elliot and Kathy's near divorce."
"Yeah it was close, but they belong together. I was undercover with the FBI when a lot of the nasty stuff happened."
"When are you due a break from the Squad?"
"I'm up for rotation in June."
"Casey mentioned you'll work with Computer Crimes."
"Yes, but only for a month. It's just enough time to clear out the cobwebs."
"It must be tough for a family man like Elliot to deal with some of the cases?"
"Under that tough exterior, El has a heart of gold and every case affects us all in one way or another."
"Oh, I have good news, my apartment has sold."
"That's terrific, when do you have to vacate it?"
"April twenty fifth, so I'll be homeless."
Olivia kissed Kate on the forehead, "I don't think so, move in with me sweetie."
"I was hoping you'd say that and I won't have much to move. I've decided you and I are going to redecorate the house together, so that means new furniture."
"It will be a first for me to decorate with a girlfriend."
"Didn't you live with Alex?"
"No, we maintained our separate apartments."
Kate's eyes widened in disbelief and she asked, "For all those years?"
"Yes, Alex wasn't out about our relationship."
"Shit, that must have been hard on you?"
"It was, but it worked at the time."
"Have you ever cohabitated before?"
"No, this will be the first time."
"Hell, I guess the pressure is on me then."
Olivia tickled Kate under the ribs, "I think we will be just fine."
As she squirmed, Kate giggled loudly. Olivia stopped her onslaught and allowed her to catch her breath.
"You'll pay for that Benson," taunted Kate as she lowered her mouth to Olivia's stiff left nipple.
"Oh god, I love your idea of punishment."
"Me too," mumbled Kate while Olivia embraced her shoulders.
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Over the next few weeks, Barry left for his holiday and Kate had her first scheduled check-up with her Oncologist. The results were encouraging and she celebrated on the fourteenth by taking Olivia out to dinner.
Kate gradually moved her clothing and personal affects to Olivia's apartment and the couple settled into a harmonious routine of domesticated bliss.
As Kate was restricted to desk duty, she arrived home first and prepared dinner during the work week while Olivia took over the duties on the weekends.
When the month of May arrived, Kate was medically cleared to return to field work. Olivia took her out for dinner and dancing to commemorate the occasion and by the seventh, the couple had moved into the Chelsea house.
The pair took their time to redecorate and on the twenty fourth held a house warming party. The following weekend, Casey and Serena married with a lavish ceremony and reception, before honeymooning in Hawaii for a week.
On the Monday, Olivia transferred to Computer Crimes and worked steady hours for four weeks while Kate's heath continued to improve with her markers remaining level on four.
Kate's father arrived home at the end of the month and helped her build a pool house and a balcony off the main bedroom.
For several weeks, Olivia snuck around behind Kate's back and organised a surprise fortieth birthday party at the house with Barry's help. He had taken Kate out for lunch on the Saturday while Olivia called in Casey and company to cook and decorate the back entertainment area.
Kate and her father arrived home to much fanfare and the party was a resounding success and a grand time was had by all the revellers.
As her birthday was actually on the Monday, Kate took the day off duty to enjoy Olivia's present of a full day health treatment at a local spa. That night Olivia took Kate to their favourite Italian Restaurant then out dancing until eleven o'clock.
"Do you want to join me in the shower?" inquired a slightly tipsy Olivia as the couple entered the house.
"I do, but first I'd like to sit down and talk."
Olivia's right brow arched upwards, "That sounds serious."
Kate gripped Olivia's hand and led her to the couch, "It is Olivia."
Sitting down, Olivia pulled Kate onto her lap, "I'm all ears sweetheart."
"First of all, thank you for a brilliant night and present, I thoroughly enjoyed both."
"You're welcome," replied Olivia before planting a kiss on Kate's neck pulse.
"Honey, please don't distract me," chided Kate with a giggle.
Reluctantly Olivia removed her lips away and looked at Kate, "What is it sweetheart, is everything okay?"
"Everything is perfect Liv, but I need to ask you a question."
Olivia smiled and said, "The answer is yes."
Smirking back at shining brown obs, Kate retorted, "How the hell can you say yes if you don't know what the question is?"
Moving her lips back to Kate's pulse point, Olivia huskily said, "I do know what the question is. You have a small box in the inside left side pocket of your jacket. I felt it when we were dancing up close and personal."
"Damn it," whined Kate. "Oh god, I can't concentrate when you do that to me Liv."
"I know baby, but I need the time to go get your last present."
Kate pulled back in surprise, "You didn't?"
"I did," replied Olivia as she moved Kate off her lap.
Kate jumped to her feet and turned off the lights, "Looks like this show is moving to the bedroom."
"Works for me," responded Olivia while reaching for Kate's hand.
Once Olivia turned on the light, Kate embraced her, "I love you and I can't believe you had the same idea."
"I love you too and it just seemed the right time."
Kate pulled out the gift box, "Olivia Elizabeth Benson, will you do me the honour of marrying me?"
"I will, but only if you, Kathryn Ann Bingham agree to be my wife."
"Oh good lord, that's a yes from me." Kate opened the box and slipped the platinum diamond encrusted ring onto the ring finger of Olivia's left hand.
Olivia looked at the band and cried, "It's beautiful baby."
"You're beautiful Liv," countered Kate before kissing her lover thoroughly.
Minutes later, Olivia went to the dresser and withdrew a jewel box. Placing an identical ring on Kate's finger, she explained, "I found the jeweller's card in the study and ordered the same design."
"You are so clever my darling and I don't know what to say." Instead, Kate kissed Olivia deeply, effectively stopping the need for words.
Within seconds both women were undressed and caressing each other's body with subtle touches.
Kate's head lolled back when Olivia kissed her delicately on the clavicle, "Oh god Liv ... your lips are divine. I swear you're going to make me come."
Olivia smiled against her lover's skin and mumbled, "I'd like to see that." She cupped Kate's left breast and slowly rolled the hard nub between her thumb and index finger.
Kate's legs gave out and her body shook with her orgasm, "Oh dear god Liv."
Holding Kate up, Olivia locked onto green pools of love, "That was so damn hot sweetheart."
"Oh god baby, happy fucking birthday to me," cheered Kate with a triumphant raised fist.
Olivia chuckled then lifted Kate into her arms and carried her to their bed. "This night is all about you and now I'm going to make slow passionate love to you until you are sated."
"I love you so much Liv, so very much," whispered Kate.
"I've never loved like this before," declared Olivia as she lowered her lips to the birthday girl's.
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Benson-Bingham Residence
202 West 22nd Street Chelsea
Saturday August 9th
Chung chung
A quiet engagement dinner followed the next weekend and three weeks afterwards, Olivia's fortieth was celebrated in a similar fashion as Kate's with loved ones and friends. The weather was balmy and most guests opted for a swim in the pool to cool down.
Kate was continually dive bombed by Richard and Elizabeth with much encouragement from Olivia. Newlyweds Serena and Casey stayed the night as did Elliot, Kathy and their three youngest offspring. Kate's father utilised the pool house for the evening and the next morning they all went to the Squad's softball match against the two-four.
Serena approached Kate after her game on an adjacent field and asked, "Did you hear Casey last night when we went to bed?"
"No, why?"
The blonde blushed, "Uhm, she was pretty amorous and loud."
Kate tittered, "Oh, you mean like the last sleep over when Liv and I heard the "Novak Manoeuvre" in play?"
"Oh my god Kate," countered a mortified Serena. "I'm so sorry, I had no idea."
"It's okay Ser; the bedrooms are sound proofed at the new house."
"Oh lord, thank fuck for that."
"I gather married life suits you."
"Oh yes. Have you and Liv picked a date yet?"
"Still in negotiations," jested Kate. "But I don't want to wait too much longer and I'd like to start a family next year."
Serena grinned, "So do Casey and I."
"Excellent."
Olivia joined the two friends and slid her hand into the back pocket of Kate's shorts and squeezed, "Hey good looking, you ready for home?"
"I am."
Kate and Olivia said their goodbyes then raced home to bed.
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Benson-Bingham Residence
202 West 22nd Street, Chelsea
1020 hours Sunday August 10th
Chung chung
"That's forty!" announced Kate happily.
Olivia looked down to her lover who was lying between her thighs and inquired, "Have you been counting?"
Kissing Olivia's moistened mound, Kate got up on all fours and straddled the olive skinned beauty, "I have and that is one for each of your years."
Olivia reached up and pulled Kate down onto her torso, "So when did you actually start the count?"
"It was yesterday morning on your actual birthday."
"I can't believe you kept score."
"I always do," admitted Kate.
"You're kidding me?"
"No I'm not."
"You are full of surprises sweetheart. Have you done the same with ex-lovers?"
"Nope, you are the only one honey."
"Then I am privileged."
"Yes you are and since you are so talkative, when do you want to get married?"
"Is tomorrow too soon?"
"No, but highly unlikely to happen at such short notice."
"What about a white wedding then?"
"As in winter?"
"Yes sweetheart and a honeymoon in Santa Barbara," suggested Olivia between wet kisses to Kate's face.
"That sounds perfect to me, so we better start making plans."
"Okay, but how about we practice that tricky honeymoon again?"
"Good plan baby."
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By mid-September, wedding plans were finalised for a ceremony at the Paramount Hotel on the sixth of December and Kate's regular check-ups had been adjusted to thrice yearly. Both accomplishments were celebrated with a romantic weekend getaway with Casey and Serena in Miami.
At the beginning of October, Kate's workload doubled in volume overnight. She was constantly on overtime and when she managed to crawl into bed late at night, conversation was minimal as was the love making.
After another frustrating week, Olivia broached the subject when she called Kate at work.
"Hello sweetie."
"Oh hey Liv, what's up?"
"Nothing, El and I are on an adjournment in Courtroom three and I thought I'd give my gorgeous fiancée a call."
"Thanks baby and I am so sorry about all these long hours."
"I know you are Kate. I also know you can't discuss the case with me."
"I wish I could Liv, but AD Hind has put a gag on it. He won't risk a leak."
"I fully understand sweetheart."
Kate sighed heavily, "God I miss you Liv."
"I miss you too and I really miss our love making."
"I do too. I'm so tired by the time I get home and that's not fair on you."
"It's not fair on you either, but it comes with the job."
"Where are you right now?"
"I'm standing outside the Courthouse."
"When are you due back in?"
"In half an hour."
"Shit, that's not enough time for me to drive down there to see you."
"It's okay Kate; hopefully you'll be home early tonight."
"Yeah maybe," replied Kate unconvincingly.
"Are you sulking?"
"Yes I am."
Olivia giggled at the admission, "I love you."
"I love you too."
"What are you wearing?"
Kate gave a little moan then answered, "My black low-ride trousers with the grey pinstripe and a dark blue shirt."
"Mmm, I like that outfit, especially now that your hair has grown into that sexy collar length style."
"Oh god, you are so bad. What outfit did you chose this morning?"
"Dark blue jeans, boots and a lilac buttoned shirt."
"Do you have your brown leather jacket?"
"Yes," husked Olivia knowing how fond of it Kate was.
"Have I told you how seductive you are in the phone?"
"Yes you have, but I don't tire of hearing you tell me."
"Liv, I swear if I don't make love to you soon, I'll implode."
"Join the club sweetie."
Kate laughed, "I'm leaving the office at four and watch out anyone who tries to interfere and gets in my way."
"Unless we catch a new case, I'll be home by five."
"Good girl. Damn honey, I have to go. See you later for our date in bed. I love you."
"I love you too babe, bye."
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Benson-Bingham Residence
202 West 22nd Street, Chelsea
1705 hours Monday October 6th
Chung chung
Olivia secured the garage door and was bitterly disappointed to see Kate's Mustang was missing. When she entered the house, she grumbled and let forth several cuss words when she found a message on a memo notepad on the kitchen counter. Before picking it up, she collected a chilled bottle of water from the refrigerator and took a few long swigs before quenching her thirst. Disposing of the empty container, she grabbed the message and read:
Hello baby,
I'm really sorry, but plans are on hold.
I was notified at 15:00 I am going undercover on the case from Shitsville.
As you know, I'll not be able to contact you unless it is safe to do so.
I love you with all I have Liv and you will be in my thoughts and heart.
Kate xxxx
"Fuck, shit, fuck!" exclaimed an irate Olivia. Disappointed with the turn of events, she went into the bedroom, changed into running attire then went for a run in an effort to quell her anger.
Afterwards, she called Casey and ended up having dinner with her and Serena before coming home to an empty bed yet again.
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