I definitely don't own these characters. I just love the show and want to make up my own stories about 'em. Please enjoy.

I don't know a whole lot about how the system works, so if something sounds like it would never happen, I'm sorry. : (

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The next day at the SVU Squad Room, Stabler and Benson acted like nothing had happened so that nobody caught on to their closer relationship. Munch had figured there was more, and if there wasn't, he was sure there should be.

"How was your day off, Detectives?" Cragen asked Elliot and Olivia as they walked in.

They both looked at each other, paranoid that someone knew, but kept quiet. "It was nice, Cap, thanks." Olivia quickly answered. "What's new?"

"Well, there is a training detective coming in to observe and learn from our squad. He wants to learn from the best, so, I suggested he work with the two of you. If that's ok, of course."

"I'm sure that'll be fine. Always like to help." Elliot answered.

"Oh my gosh! Jason!" Olivia was surprised to see the trainee was someone she knew. Not only knew, but also had once dated. She and Jason Brooks met when they were in the academy. She continued, but he had dropped out to help his family in New Jersey, which is why they broke up.

"Liv? Oh my…wow! It's so great to see you! You look great! I didn't know you were working here!" Jason was excited to see her and greeted her with a hug, picking her up a bit. "Wow, how have you been?"

"I've been good, just working, you know?" She said, smiling and smoothing out the top of her pants. "Are you here for the…"

"Training. Yeah. Your Captain here said he would put me with his best pair of detectives. Would that be you?"

"Yes, Officer Brooks, meet Detective Elliot Stabler, seems you already know Detective Benson." Cragen said.

"Nice to meet you…"

"Jason. It's Jason." He shook Stabler's hand, smiling, while Elliot gave him a skeptical look.

"Excuse me for a moment." Elliot said, walking toward the bathroom. What was going on here? How did they know each other, and why hadn't Olivia ever mentioned him?

Liv, you look great! He mocked Jason in his head. He could tell this wasn't going to be fun, but how could he object? Liv and I are seeing each other, and I don't want any guys tagging along. Cragen would separate us in a heartbeat.

He slashed cold water on his face to see if that would cool him down a bit. When he pulled the paper towel from his face, he spotted Munch in the mirror behind him.

"Hey, John."

"You alright? You looked more uncomfortable than a cat walking through China Town out there."

Elliot smiled a little. "I'm fine, really."

"Is there something you want to talk about?" Munch leaned against the sink, folding his arms.

"I'm alright, I just… who is that guy? Why is he so… so…"

"Perky? Upbeat? Annoying? I know, but you gotta give him a chance. He seems like a nice guy. Besides, he can probably learn a thing or two from you."

"I suppose."

"Is there something else you wanna talk about? Something else bothering you?" Munch hinted that he knew something was up.

"Is this a co-worker conversation, or a friend conversation?"

"Friend. I'll keep your secret, Elliot." He sincerely replied, implying he already knew what he was about to tell him.

"Well, Olivia and I… I don't know if it's serious, but…"

"It's about time, Elliot!" Munch said, laughing. Elliot couldn't help but smile.

"Just don't tell anyone I told you. Especially Olivia." John put his fingers to his mouth, zipped it shut and threw away the key.

Within an hour of Jason being there, they got a call to report to a crime scene. When they got there, he just watched as they did their jobs. He soaked it all in, trying to learn the lingo they used, and the types of questions to ask. He even took a stab at asking a few questions that turned out to help the detectives.

When the trio reported back to the station, Jason decided to make a move.

"Hey, Liv? Can I talk to you a minute?"

"Yeah, sure. What's up, Jason?"

"Well, I know you're busy with this case and all…"

"You're just as busy with it as I am. We need all the help we can get."

"I know. But I was wondering if I can take you out to dinner. You know, when you get a chance?"

"Yeah, sure. Tonight will probably be the only chance while this case is open."

"Ok, great. I'll pick you up at 8?"

"Great."

Surprisingly, the case was wrapped up by the end of the day. The perp was found and he confessed, so they turned it over to the DA.

"Hey, El, mind giving me a ride home?" Olivia asked. She didn't want to ask him to come home with her in front of everyone.

"Sure, no problem." He was glad she asked. He knew she wanted him to come over.

"Hey, Liv, pick you up in an hour or so?" Jason called to her as she and Elliot were leaving.

"Yeah. See you then."

"How do you know him?" Elliot asked Liv on the car ride back to her place.

"Who? Oh, Jason? Ha, I dated him for a little bit while I was in the academy. He's a nice guy."

"Why is that funny?"

"It's just strange that this had to happen right when you and I… happened."

"You like this guy?"

"Elliot."

"What? I'm just asking. It's ok if you do, you know. It might be better for work, anyway. No secrets, you know?"

"I can't believe you just said that."

"What? What did I say?" He asked shutting the car door and following her into the building. Olivia remained silent. She was hurt that he would say that to her. She knew they couldn't talk about their relationship at work, but that didn't mean she didn't want it.

"Liv, will you please talk to me?" He pleaded, shutting the front door behind him, following her into the bedroom.

"If you'll excuse me, I have a date to get ready for. I'm sure this one won't be a problem at the station."

"Livia, I'm sorry. I didn't mean it like that." She shut the door on him. He rubbed his forehead, "C'mon, Livy." She didn't answer. "Fine." And with that, he left. He wasn't really angry with her; rather, he was jealous of Jason and upset with himself. Elliot walked out of the building and sat on the steps for a minute to think. He had only said that to protect himself from getting hurt, but didn't mean to hurt her in the process.

"Hey, Elliot." He heard a voice say. He realized it was Jason when he lifted his head from his hands.

"Hey, Jason."

"Is Olivia up there?"

"Yeah, she'll buzz you in." Jason walked over to the buzzer and rang it, then walked over to the curb to wait for her. He was about to ring it again when Olivia rushed out the door.

"Hey, Liv. You ready?" Jason asked.

"Hey, have you seen Elliot?"

"Yeah, he just left a minute ago. Is there something wrong?"

"No, nothing." She flashed a fake but convincing smile. "Let's go."

Although she had a great time catching up with Jason and getting out, she was still worried about Elliot. She regretted not saying anything to him when she had the chance, and now she didn't know where he went. She was sure she'd see him at work the next day, but didn't want to wait that long because then she wouldn't have the chance to talk to him.

But she was going to have to wait. When she went home, he wasn't there, and there were no messages from him. Someone buzzed for her, and she rushed to the intercom hoping it was Elliot. "Yes?" She didn't want to seem desperate if it were him.

"Hey, it's me, Jason. Mind if I come up?"

"Oh, I don't know, I'm kinda tired. I was just getting into bed."

"I won't stay long."

What else did she have to do? She wasn't tired, and sure as hell wasn't going to get to sleep. "Alright."

Jason walked inside, and Elliot caught the door before it closed. He didn't realize it was Jason who preceded him, and Jason didn't realize Elliot was behind him. Jason took the elevator, and Elliot opted for the stairs.

"Hey, Jason." Olivia opened the door to him. He kissed her on the cheek, and hugged her when Elliot walked up. She backed away quickly when she saw him.

"Elliot? Hey… umm…" Before she could finish, he turned around and walked away. "Jason, I'm sorry. I need to…I'll see you at work tomorrow, okay?"

He nodded in understanding and left. Olivia raced down the hall in the direction Elliot went, hoping to catch him before he got on the elevator.

"Elliot! Elliot, please wait!"