"Olivia where are you?" Elliot called out as he entered the locker room.
"I'm in the shower. Just leave my dress blues hanging on my locker." Olivia shouted "Tell everyone I will be out in a few so they can shower."
"Sure thing" Elliot called back as he hung the suit bag where she asked "No need to hurry we have already showered. We're going to be in the crib dressing."
"OK"
Olivia finished her shower and stepped put to inspect her dress blues. She couldn't help but smile when she noticed that Elliot made sure all her ribbons were exactly the way they were suppose to be. All the creases was sharp and prominent as they should be. She dressed with precision as she always did when she wore this uniform. She checked herself in the mirror one last time to make sure everything was set correctly before walking out to the squad room.
All three detectives was standing in line in their dress blues with their hats carried under their arms. They all smiled and whistled when she stepped into the squad.
"You look great Olivia." Munch said stepping forward and handing her a white rose to wear on her lapel. "Monica stopped these by a few minutes ago for us."
Olivia took the rose and placed it on her jacket with the help of Elliot.
"You ready?" He asked when he was done pinning the flower on her.
"Since I asked her."
Elliot smiled at her. "Then let's head to the chapel. It's nine fifteen."
When they walked out of the precinct there was a limo waiting for them. Olivia looked around with a look of confusion on her face.
"It's our present to you and Casey. The limo dropped her off and then came for us." Fin explained.
Tears was starting to form in Olivia's eyes. "Thank you."
The door opened and Captain Cragen stepped out also in his dress blues. "You look beautiful Olivia." He said as he placed a kiss on her cheek.
Olivia hugged him back "Thanks Don."
Olivia took a deep breath before exiting the limo and walking in the chapel. Elliot heard her intake of air and glanced at her. He could see how nervous she was becoming. He reached over and took her hand in his and squeezed it gently.
"Relax."
Olivia smiled at him. "I'm trying."
Olivia walked into the chapel and looked around. It was beautiful. There were white and red roses lining each pew going down the isle. She laughed when she saw the unity candles. There was two black candles with a blue one in the middle, symbolizing the thin blue line for police officers. Judge Donnelly was standing at the end of the aisle waiting to begin. She turned when she felt a hand on her back.
"You like it?" Charles asked
"I love it sir."
"Good now go and take your spot. We will be starting here soon."
Olivia walked down the aisle and shook Donnelly's hand.
"Thank you so much for doing this Liz."
Liz smiled at her "It is my pleasure and honor. You ready to start a new chapter in your life?"
"I am."
"Good" Liz responded as she nodded at Cragen they were ready to begin.
Cragen pushed play on the stereo and the song I cross my Heart by George Straight began to play. Olivia took a deep breath as she watched Elliot escort Abigail Novak, Casey's sister in law and Maid of Honor down the aisle. He was followed by Munch who was escorting Kathy and then Fin who was escorting his girlfriend, Monique. Madison, Casey's niece was the flower girl who was followed by Stabler's son Dickie, the ring bearer.
Cragen opened the door and looked out to see if Casey and her father was ready. Olivia held her breath in anticipation. She exhaled slowly when Cragen again pushed play and the wedding march began to play.
Elliot leaned forward and whispered into Olivia's ear "Breath."
Olivia gave a slight nod of acknowledgement as her eyes became fixed on Casey. She was absolutely beautiful. She wore a cream colored dress that hugged her in all the right places. Her hair was pulled back and in a bun with a white rose in it. Her bouquet was a mixture of red and white roses. There was glow that surrounded her.
Charles and Casey stopped a few steps from Olivia.
"Who gives this woman?" Donnelly asked as she began the ceremony.
"Her mother and I do." Charles answered in a voice full of emotion.
Olivia watched as he leaned over and kissed her on the cheek before stepping to the side so Olivia could take his spot.
Olivia stepped forward slowly and took Casey by the hand. "You look stunning."
She whispered as they walked to their spots.
They turned and faced Judge Donnelly.
"And who gives this woman?" Donnelly asked looking at Olivia
"We do" Stabler, Munch, Fin, and Cragen all said at the same time. This brought a slight laughter from the audience.
"Very well." Donnelly stated with a slight hint of laughter in her voice. She knew the love and bond all the officers had. It did not shock her one bit when they all responded to the question.
"Ladies and gentlemen we are gather here to day to join Casey Novak and Olivia Benson in Holy Matrimony. If there is anybody who objects speak now or forever hold your piece."
Donnelly waited a minute before continuing
"Marriage is a solemn institution to be held in honor by all, it is the cornerstone of the family and of the community. It requires of those who undertake it a complete and unreserved giving of one's self. It is not to be entered into lightly, as marriage is a sincere and mutual commitment to love one another. This commitment symbolizes the intimate sharing of two lives and still enhances the individuality of each of you."Donnelly looked at Olivia
"Olivia Benson do you take this woman to be your wedded wife? Do you promise to love her, comfort her, honor and keep her in sickness and in health, remaining faithful to her as long as you both shall live?"
Olivia swallowed the lump in her throat "I do."
Donnelly turned toward Casey "And do you Casey Novak take this woman to be your wedded wife? Do you promise to love her, comfort her, honor and keep her in sickness and in health, remaining faithful to her as long as you both shall live?"
"I do." Casey whispered
"may you pledge to each other to be loving friends and partners in marriage. To talk and to listen, to trust and appreciate one another; to respect and cherish each other's uniqueness, and to support, comfort, and strengthen each other through life's joys and sorrows. May you promise to share hopes, thoughts, and dreams as you build your lives together. May your lives be ever intertwined, your love keeping you together. May you build a home that is compassionate to all, full of respect and honor for others and each other. May your home be forever filled with peace, happiness, and love."
"Olivia and Casey , please face each other and hold hands. Olivia, as you look at Casey, repeat these words after me: I Olivia, take you Casey, to be my wife, to have and to hold, from this day forth, to love, honor, and cherish, to comfort and respect, in sorrow or in joy, in hardship or in plenty, so long as we both shall live. "
Olivia took a deep before repeating " I Olivia, take you Casey, to be my wife, to have and to hold, from this day forth, to love, honor, and cherish, to comfort and respect, in sorrow or in joy, in hardship or in plenty, so long as we both shall live. "
Donnelly turned to Casey
"Casey, as you look at Olivia, repeat these words after me: I Casey, take you Olivia, to be my wife, to have and to hold, from this day forth, to love, honor, and cherish, to comfort and respect, in sorrow or in joy, in hardship or in plenty, so long as we both shall live. "
Casey voice shook with emotion as she repeated "I Casey, take you Olivia, to be my wife, to have and to hold, from this day forth, to love, honor, and cherish, to comfort and respect, in sorrow or in joy, in hardship or in plenty, so long as we both shall live. "
Donnelly smiled at the Casey and Olivia "The rings please."
Dickie stepped forward and handed Liz the rings.
Donnelly held the rings up for all to see "The ring is a symbol of unity into which your two lives are now joined in an unbroken circle; in which, wherever you go, you will return to one another." She handed the first ring to Olivia. "Olivia take this ring and repeat after me as you slide it on Casey's finger: I offer this ring as a symbol of my love and devotion. Let it always be a reminder of my vows to you."
Olivia's hands was shaking as she slide the ring on Casey's finger and repeated " I offer this ring as a symbol of my love and devotion. Let it always be a reminder of my vows to you."
Donnelly then handed a ring to Casey "Casey take this ring and repeat after me as you slide it on Olivia's finger: I offer this ring as a symbol of my love and devotion. Let it always be a reminder of my vows to you."
Casey took the ring and slowly slid it on Olivia's ring finger while repeating "I offer this ring as a symbol of my love and devotion. Let it always be a reminder of my vows to you."
"Casey and Olivia, the two separate candles symbolize your separate lives, separate families and separate sets of friends. I ask that each of you take one of the lit candles and that together you light the centre candle."
Casey and Olivia stepped forward and took a candle. They waited for Donnelly to continue never taking their eyes off each other.
"The individual candles represent your lives before today. Lighting the centre candle represents that your two lives are now joined to one light, and represents the joining of your two families and circles of friends into one."
Olivia and Casey gently held each candle over the middle candle until it was lit.
Donnelly waited for Casey and Olivia to return to their previous spot before finishing the ceremony "Casey and Olivia, may your home be a haven of peace and your relationship be one of truth and understanding. May you enjoy length of days, fulfillment of hopes, and peace and content of mind as you, day by day, live and fulfill the terms of this covenant you have made with one another.
And now, for as much as you have made your vows, each to the other, and have declared the same by giving and receiving your rings, I pronounce that you are wife and wife. Olivia, you may kiss your bride!"
Olivia pulled Casey to her. "I love you" She whispered before slowly and gently kissing Casey. It wasn't until they heard all the hollering and clapping that they broke the kiss.
Olivia and Casey turned to face everyone.
"Ladies and gentlemen may I please present Mrs. And Mrs. Olivia Benson."
Everyone stood as they walked down the aisle and out of the chapel as a married couple.
A/N: This is the chapter everyone has been waiting for. I hope you liked the wedding. The reception is still to come. as always reviews are welcomed.