Hey guys! Guess who's back! That's right! ME! Even though this is a short chapter, I hope y'all like it!

Christmas Eve

It's December 24 in New York City and Christmas is in full swing. The Christmas tree is lit and the ice rink packed. People were bustling about getting some last minute shopping done. You could hear carolers singing in the distance. Inside the Benson-Stabler residence was a different story.

"Oh no you don't!" Elliot said as he pried a glass ornament from Noah's chubby hands.

"Dada." Noah whined, trying to take it back.

"Here Noah." Calvin handed his little brother a teething ring.

The little boy took it and stuck it in his mouth, chewing on it happily.

"Good morning boys." Olivia said as she emerged from the bedroom.

"Morning momma." Calvin said as he put an ornament on the tree.

"What's going on in here?" She asked.

"It was supposed to be a surprise." Elliot said, stepping down from the ladder he was perched on.

Olivia smiled with tears in her eyes. The last time she decorated for Christmas was when she was with Brian Cassidy. Her mother never decorated.

"Well I love it." She said as she walked over to him and weaved her arms around her waist.

"And I love you." Elliot replied with a quick kiss to her lips.

Olivia looked down when she felt a tug on her pants to find Noah smiling up at her. She bent down and picked the toddler up.

"Well hello to you too baby boy." She said giving him a kiss on his forehead.

"You ready for the Christmas Gala tonight?" Elliot asked.

Olivia groaned and buried her face in his shoulder. She hated the Christmas Gala's for work. They were always so boring. But little did she know, this was going to be a special one.

"Oh come on. They aren't that bad." Elliot countered.

"All that happens is dancing, alcohol, and awards. Which it's no fun if you can't have alcohol." She whispered the last part considering Calvin still didn't know

Elliot lets out a chuckle.

"It will still be fun. Plus, I get to see you in that sexy dress." Elliot purred in her ear.

"Fine. But don't expect me to do any dancing." She said before pulling away and walking to the kitchen.

If she doesn't dance, that ruins Elliot's whole plan. He had to get her to dance.

5:00 PM

"Come on Liv! We're gonna be late!" Elliot yelled from the front door.

"I'm coming! Hold your horses!" Olivia said as she emerged from the bedroom.

Elliot's breath caught in his throat. She was wearing a royal blue, floor length, strapless gown with a sweetheart neckline. It hugged her curves in all the right places.

"Liv. You look stunning!" He said.

A blush crept up Olivia's neck. The things this man can do.

"Thanks. Is Mo going to be here soon?" She asked.

"She should be here an-" He was cut off by a knock at the door.

He chuckled and opened it to reveal an eight month pregnant Maureen.

"Hey dad." She said.

"Hey sweetie. How are you doing?" He asked, stepping aside to let her in.

"I'm good. Getting anxious." She said as she walked in.

"Only a month." Olivia told her.

"Wow Liv. You look amazing!" Maureen exclaimed.

"Thanks. We'll see you guys later." Olivia replied as her and Elliot walked out.

"Not as late as you think." Maureen said with a smirk when the door shut.

Spoiler Alert: There will be another new chapter up tomorrow! :)