A/N: Hey guys it feels like it's been a bit, I've been caught up reading other fanfics, I've been so caught up in it I haven't been writing as much. Thanks for all your continued support and reviews. IF you like this and haven't been reading Moving Along, I suggest it lol. I have other stories, too, if you're interested.

Something Just Like This- The Chain Smokers and Coldplay R/O

Olivia closed her eyes as she walked through the door of her apartment. She wasn't sure when going out to dinner with Rafael Barba had turned into a date, but it had. They had been out plenty of times before, as friends, but today it felt different. She wasn't sure what changed, maybe it was the fact that there was no reason to go out. Usually, their dinners involved work discussion, but there was no need to go out tonight. She had simply agreed to meet him at Prime. Olivia still had work clothes on when she walked in as did he. They didn't bring up a case. They discussed family, friends, and most importantly, they discussed failed dates they both recently went on. Olivia found herself easily talking about her last date with Kevin Linger.

She had met Kevin in her apartment building, he was sweet and kind, and they had a few conversations before he asked her out. He was kind enough, but as soon as she mentioned, she was a cop, the date was over. Olivia saw it in his eyes the instant she said what she did for a living. Rafael had explained his date with Laura Williams. Unlike her date, she already knew what Rafael did, and didn't hold it against him. Laura's issue was the fact that he refused to take her to Michelle's the most overpriced restaurant in the city for their first date. Needless to say, she was in it for the money, even though Rafael Barba didn't make much as an ADA.

"So we're no good in the love department, tell me Liv, have you ever been in love?" Rafael asked.

"Yeah, a few times," Olivia admitted.

"I can't imagine anyone saying no to you, what happened?" Rafael asked.

Olivia thought that she would be embarrassed by the question, but the words came out as she was writing in a journal no one else would ever see.

"Well I can honestly say that everyone I have ever truly loved wasn't on the same page of music as me. Not saying they didn't return the love, it was just that we were always at different points in our lives. The first time I was in love, it was with a much older man. The second time, I didn't want to admit I was in love. The third time I was ready to settle down, and he wasn't." Olivia explained."

"And you?" Olivia asked.

"Honestly, I can say twice I have been in love," Rafael explained.

"The first time, she liked me a lot, but there was some outside pressure that deterred her, and I can't honestly say she loved me back. The 2nd person I never told, too afraid of the repercussions." Rafael admitted staring into her eyes.

"Sorry, you lost out that second time, you should have told her, the worst she could have said was no," Olivia stated.

"That's what I'm afraid of," Rafael claims

Olivia noticed the wording was present day, and Rafael Barba never misspoke.

She smiled at the man.

"You need to tell her Rafa, maybe she feels the same," Olivia claimed.

"Not worth the risk of never seeing her again," Rafael mentioned.

Olivia could understand that. She nodded her head.

"So, when you're not having dinner with me, or going out on boats, or seeing something on Broadway, what are you doing?" Olivia asked.

Rafael laughed.

"You know what it's like when you're alone. I'm barely home long enough to keep the place clean if I get the time I may read something, I've written a few opinion articles for law journals. Maybe watch a superhero movie." Rafael claimed.

"And what is one Olivia Benson doing after she hangs up her gun and badge?" Rafael asks.

"Like you said, when you're single, your constantly working to keep the apartment clean, and with Noah, I will never be done. I read on occasion , usually its a children's book, and it's about 20 pages with 10 words on each page, but I can see our similarities." Olivia laughed.

"Speaking of, where is Noah tonight?" Rafael asked.

"Lucy takes him with her, to her mothers, time to time about once a month gives me a chance to catch up on laundry and deep cleaning all to have a tornado come through about 5 minutes after he comes home Sunday morning." Olivia explained.

"I know I've never raised a kid, but you're doing one hell of a job." Rafael stated.

Olivia blushed at the statement.

"I appreciate that Rafa, I still have no clue what I'm doing," Olivia admitted.

"Does anyone?" Rafael asked.

"I don't think so," Olivia answered.

The dinner continued into mindless chatter, and Olivia felt like no time on the clock had passed, but dinner was at 6pm. When they headed out towards the busy streets, it was nearing 9pm.

"Let me walk you home," Rafael stated.

"Yeah, of course." Olivia agreed.

Rafael walked her to her apartment door. She suddenly could see a flash in her mind of Rafael kissing her goodnight. She shook her head to get the thoughts out. They were friends. She told him "thank you" and stepped inside.

Olivia couldn't help but think about being with Rafael Barba, but he did mention he was in love with someone. She wondered who the lucky woman was. Anyone that Rafael could fall in love with had to be quite the woman, Olivia would love to meet her even though she was overly jealous of her.

It was Monday morning and Olivia had the whole weekend to think of the words Rafael had said to her.

Rafael had walked into her office, planning on discussing a current case. Still, before he could even get a greeting out, Olivia looked him in the eye and simply asked.

"Who is she?"

Rafael looked confused and had no idea what she was talking about.

"More context Liv." Rafael responded.

"You said you couldn't tell her, then said that's what you're afraid of." Olivia claimed.

Rafael's face turned red, and he was fanning himself.

"Why is it so hot in here?" Rafael asked.

Olivia laughed.

"Because I'm putting you in the hot seat, if it's someone you shouldn't have a relationship with, you can just tell me that too," Olivia claimed.

Rafael swallowed and shook his head. "Well, it's not forbidden, just would require disclosure, and you know reciprocation," Rafael claimed.

"Well I know Jack McCoy is pretty fair, and maybe she feels the same way, disclosure can be messy, but if she means that much to you." Olivia stated.

"Hey, Liv, can I ask you something." Rafael asked.

"Of course." Olivia stated.

"Will you go to Forloni's with me tonight?" Rafael asked.

"Can't stay too late, but I can be out of here by 5, and if we can leave thereby 6:30, I need time with Noah." Olivia explained.

"Of course, I'll meet you there." Rafael stated.

Olivia sat at their usual booth. It was a little big for just the two of them, but it was their regular spot and held so many memories. Rafael had walked in about 3 minutes after she arrived, and he didn't even look for her and went directly to the back where the booth was.

They both ordered a beer, and water, before ordering from the menu. Even though they had just seen each other Friday, they told each other about their weekend. They discussed the case that Rafael had initially gone into her office to talk to her about. Still, he kept it short and to the point just asking her opinion on the whole thing.

Their meals came out, and Rafael had said something that made her laugh. They were going on and on laughing at each other so much so that their food was almost cold before they started to eat.

After the pause to actually eat, Rafael asked Olivia a question.

"What would be your perfect date?" Rafael asked.

Olivia thought about it for a while.

"You know what, something just like this," Olivia claimed.

"Really, not I don't know, a Broadway play, or more romantic setting. You wouldn't want someone to read you poetry or come to rescue or something like that?" Rafael asked.

"First off I can save my self, I don't need someone playing superhero. I just need someone to talk to, to be with, to share my feelings. I don't need some genius, and I don't need someone who has to show off around me." Olivia claimed.

"So something just like this?" Rafael asked.

"Yeah." Olivia shook her head.

Rafael doesn't talk much after that. He once again walks her to the apartment.

This time he kisses her goodnight, passionately.

"Rafa, what are you doing?" Olivia asked.

"Well, I figured you'd want someone to kiss after your perfect date," Rafael claimed.

"Mmm, I'd would like nothing more, but go tell that girl you love. Don't run away because it will get messy." Olivia claimed.

"You don't get it," Rafael said breathlessly.

"No apparently I don't," Olivia said angerly.

Rafael kissed her again, running his tongue along her bottom lip.

"It's you Liv." Rafael stated.

Olivia allowed the kiss to deepen at those words making out against her door. She smiled at him, a euphoric haze.

"I have to go, but your Broadway idea wasn't a bad one. Let me know when we can do this again, ." Olivia whispered.

"Will do ." Rafael stated and turned down the hallway smiling to himself.