Friday couldn't come quick enough for the two of them. Edgar had booked a table at the Italian they had been to before Kiev. He knew it was risky but Olivia had suggested it, and he had promised they could go wherever she wanted. He had a spring in his step all morning and couldn't stop smiling. He was dating Olivia Benson. They were going on a date. Tomorrow. Things could not be better.
They were in her office briefly to grab something small for lunch – coffee and a pain au chocolat to be exact – and chatting excitedly.
"All set for tomorrow? I'll pick you up at 7pm?" Edgar smiled at the brunette, coming back from the cafe with their goodies.
"Yep. Looking forward to it. you could come in for a drink after, if you'd like." Olivia was giddy.
"I think I might like that." Edgar moved round to place a quick kiss to Olivia's cheek, setting his lunch down in front of him. "We could have a proper talk if that's ok? There are some things I'd like to say, that you deserve to hear but I'd like dinner to be about romance." Edgar was really trying and Olivia was deeply touched.
"Yes I think a bit of romance would be just what the doctor ordered." Olivia chuckled at her own silliness.
Edgar was just leaning in to give her another kiss when Ellis barged in, forcing them apart.
"Hey, Olivia. I don't suppose you fancy a drink after work tonight Ellis hadn't wanted to wait until Saturday to see the brunette again.
"Sorry Ellis. I can't tonight, already have plans." Olivia offered no further explanation.
"We're having dinner." Edgar smiled triumphantly.
Olivia's jaw almost fell off. Edgar was telling everyone about their date, He looked so proud. Olivia was secretly pleased. Edgar did seem to be making an effort to be more open.
"Oh how lovely." Ellis was not impressed. "Well, how about a rain check?"
"Sure." Olivia smiled but she was looking at Edgar.
Once Ellis was gone Edgar piped up. "He likes you."
"he knows about you. I told him. I made it clear that he and I are just friends. Is it a problem?" Olivia was hoping jealous Edgar might be done with now that they were actually dating.
"No. I just don't want anyone else hitting on my woman." Edgar teased as he winked at the brunette.
"Yours, am I?" Olivia liked the sound of that.
"Well, I mean...I would like you to be." Edgar had gone a bit shy.
"It's ok, Edgar I knew you were playing and actually I would like me to be yours too." he came round to her side of the desks and pulled her to him. Gently tracing her lips with a finger, he follows it was a kiss.
"I just want to do this right. I'm serious about us. I want to show you." Edgar had never been more sincere.
"I know. You are showing me, relax. Just be you." Olivia didn't want Edgar to be nervous or uncomfortable. "Now I'm afraid we have to get some work done before tonight.
To Be Continued
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