I came back after a while, I hope you like this chapter, another one will come soon.

The room was silent as the sunlight filtered through the curtains of the windows, in the center of the room a large bed took all the credit, four pillars supported a white canopy that contrasted with the royal blue of the bedspread that covered the two bodies in it.

The rays of light slowly climbed up Lexi's arm as they warmed her, although she did not need it since the body next to hers gave off enough heat to keep her comfortable and even between sleep and wakefulness, her eyes began to open little by little and He blinked several times to clear their sleep, his gaze swept the room and a delicate smile appeared on his face when he saw small white flakes falling from the sky from one of the windows, when he turned his face he found Rafael Barba, asleep and In all its splendor, taking care that he did not wake up, he brought his fingers to his face while detailing all his features, saying that he looked peaceful while he slept was quite a feat.

Many thought that Rafael was a sarcastic, tough person who did not let anyone in, and many were right, but it always seemed to Lexi that while he slept all that pressure he had on him vanished and you could appreciate a great man.

You're doing it again –said Barba with a voice somewhat hoarse from sleep.

You can blame me, you are more accessible when you sleep – Lexi said as she settled into his arms, Barba's hands slowly going up and down her back.

Coming from a profiling machine I am pleased not to be an open book–

This place is beautiful –Lexi said looking around again.

I told you that you would like it, we can ski later, or maybe stay in bed– as he said this, Barba turned them over, being on top of her and locking her in his arms.

I love the first suggestion – Lexi said as she kissed one of his arms close to his face – but I love the second option more –

Of course, yes – said Barba as he joined his lips in a passionate kiss, his lips began to descend on her neck but it did not go that far when the ringing of a cell phone ended calmly – do not answer – said Barba without taking his mouth off your skin.

Just let me look at who it is –he said, reaching for his cell phone.

You will look and answer, someone will need you and god peace – said Barba without stopping his exploration.

Lexi pulled her hand out and reached a spot on her right side that made Barba gasp and give him a chance to turn to reach for his cell phone.

Mocosa– said Barba as he stretched out beside her.

It's Liv– he said as he looked at the caller ID.

Benson I can live a few days without you–

It will only take a few minutes–Lexi smiled at him apologizing for interrupting their well–deserved break.

It will be more than a few minutes, I'll make coffee–Barba got out of bed and looked for his sleep pants.

Hey Liv, how are you–Lexi said, settling on the bed.

You're out of the country, because you didn't tell me you were going to leave the country, I thought you were going to see your father–

I'm with some friends, it was last minute, where are you, you were supposed to be on a beautiful beach having a delicious drink with a good partner–

We had some inconveniences, I thought I would call you to ask for your help but if you are not in the country I am just pestering–

Never bother – Lexi said with a smile when she saw that Barba vocalized the word lie as he left the room, placing the speaker I look for Barba's discarded shirt the night before and I put it on while he took his cell phone again – tell me what's up –

Fin's ex–brother–in–law got into a problem, apparently he is not the one involved, but because he was a good Samaritan, he ended up in trouble, he broke his probation to save a priest, apparently this father is a pedophile – he said Liv summarizing some of the situation.

I imagine you need information, I still don't have databases but I can contact a colleague, send me the names you want me to investigate, my friend will send you what you need–

Thanks Lexi, really, I'll keep you posted–

Send my regards to the others and merry Christmas – Lexi said as she hung up and looked at Beard who gave him a smug look – it will be more than a few minutes –

I'll start with breakfast – she said rolling her eyes taking out some pans, Lexi approached the armchairs in the living room by the fireplace as she began to be called.

…

Así que sabes español, school– asked Barba while playing with his hair, he and Lexi had settled on the couch after having breakfast.

The Spanish in my mother league Rafael, I'm not really American – Lexi said after a moment.

You are Latina–

I was born in Mexico, my mother was the daughter of Irish immigrants in the United States–

Wait, it was, as far as I know your mother still lives–

My adoptive mother yes, not my biological mother–

You're adopted– said Barba as he settled Lexi so he could look at her face.

My cousin has blonde hair, I have copper brown hair, I thought you knew her – Lexi said as if she wasn't revealing something as big as that.

If I know her, I haven't talked to her but I've seen her, how old were you–

Ten when they were able to adopt me, but since I was born Eloís Cabot has always been with me – he said looking into space.

Since you were born– Barba questioned without understanding.

I think I owe you at least something since your abuela told me some things about your family, and since I didn't want to do it, I can't help but make a profile every time I meet someone, and before you ask, I did it before all of this will begin–said Lexi as she sat with her legs tucked under her.

I don't know whether to worry more about what mi abuelita told you or about your profile – said Barba trying to lighten the atmosphere as he settled himself to be face to face.

Then you will decide ... what I mean is that I think you deserve to know something about me– Lexi gave him a moment to add something but since he was silent he decided to continue– my father, Mathew Cabot was an undercover agent, he and my mother They were working in my biological father's house when he kidnapped my mother and took her to Mexico, my biological mother eventually began to suffer from Stockholm syndrome, I was born two years later and my mother Eloís became my nanny–

Your father was undercover, that means ... – said Barba after a moment analyzing the information.

My father was a boss of one of the most dangerous cartels in Mexico, when I was seven I discovered that Mathew was an FBI agent, that time he ran away from home and I followed him, that day if I had not followed him and I had not found out I could have dead, my father was suspicious of him, but I acted fast and was his fourth, I had become fond of them, they were like my parents, three years later they dismantled the poster and my father asked for favors, within a few weeks he had US citizenship and was adopted because of them, Eloís could not have children, I was his daughter, he could not abandon me–

Your parents… the biological ones, none of them live–

They died in the crossfire, my father did not want to give himself up and my mother was dependent on him – he said playing with his hands.

Benson knows about this– he said as he took one of her hands and stroked it with his thumb.

Over time we became very good friends, she told me about her past and I told her about mine, since that day we have not supported–

That's why you joined the FBI, because of your connections, your past–

Something similar, over time I became very good at what I did, I could read the situations and act before anyone else, I could camouflage myself, I was trained since I was little my parents were agents, it was the step to follow –he said everything as if it were rehearsed and to some extent Lexi knew it was true– I owe my life to them, to the FBI–

Alexandria ... you don't owe anything, I'm sure your parents have told you – Barba said while his thumb ran over one of his cheeks – I think time itself is in charge of showing us what we are destined for –

Why do you always know what to say – Lexi said as she came over to kiss him.

I am a prosecutor that you expected – said Barba as he kissed her back – but seriously, since I met you Lexi I knew that you always hid something, because I saw myself reflected in you, I also do it and I know that when you are ready to speak you will do it for that You haven't mentioned anything, because you respect the space of the other, because you know how difficult it is to open up to other people ... mi abuelita told you about Yelina, not that yes–

He did, but he only told me that he had hurt you a lot… the rest just fit – he said with a shrug.

Yelina was my high school girlfriend, we were together for two years, then I went to Harvard, we were still together but things were not the same, she was cheating on me by pretending that she was, but when I came back to surprise her I found her with Alex, one of my best friends–

Rafael ... –

I think I had silly illusions, after all, everyone thought that of the three Alexander was going to be destined for great things – said Barba shrugging as if he didn't care.

Rafi–

Things happened, I became a lawyer and left the Bronx, far not only from them but also from the memory of my father, but it is another conversation for another day, now I am here and I enjoy what I have–

You had the right to be angry to reply even if they were your friends, you may enjoy the deals you win by being recognized, but Rafi inside you will always be showing that rebellious side, imposing yourself on others– Lexi approached to kiss him and smiled at him– I love your suspenders, and I can assure you that their loss is my gain–

Words were not lacking, they both knew and understood that each had their scars and that one or the other would be there to listen and not judge.

…

It's okay Fin, for me it's a pleasure to help, I hope I can help– Lexi was talking on the cell phone while Barba had a glass of wine for her and whiskey for him– we'll see you soon Merry Christmas–

So everything went well – asked Barba as he handed her the glass and settled next to her.

It seems that way, although I doubt Liv is going to board a plane today– Lexi said as she took some of her drink.

Benson must lower the intensity with which he takes certain cases – said Barba with a frown.

If that will not happen in this life – he said smiling as he placed the glass on the table in front of them – he will have a lot of work with her at the bottom of the barrel –

Luckily you will be there to make her see reason – said Barba while copying his movements.

You're happy because you're going to have me there to deal with her – said Lexi laughing as she settled into his arms – and with your outbursts and headaches –

For my luck you are right – said Barba kissing her, in front of them the fireplace was lit while it snowed outside.

Traslation:

Brat

So you know Spanish

My Grandmother