Chapter 61

It was finally the day of love and Olivia told Amanda a week ago this was her treat and not to plan a thing "Happy Valentine's Day Amanda!" She said kissing her all over. Get up, take a shower, and dress warmly." Olivia started the morning by making blueberry pancakes in the shape of hearts. She had her favorite southern meal planned for later, but decided to have it catered. Melinda was picking it up for her and bringing it to the apartment around 5:00 so it was nice and hot. Amanda came out with a red bag. "Not yet Amanda, it's my day remember? Put it there beside my bag for you and come eat breakfast." Amanda set the bag down beside the other bag and joined Liv for breakfast.

Once they cleaned up the kitchen, Liv said, "Grab your coat, I've got surprises." Amanda smiled, "Surprises Liv, like more than one?" Olivia pulled her out the door and had an Uber waiting. The first surprise was to the popular LOVE sign in the city. They had their photo taken. Olivia purchased a special frame with the letters L-O-V-E and it had a place for a single picture by each letter. So Olivia and Amanda took one normal picture, one kissing picture, one picture with Amanda on one knee, and one silly picture. Amanda's favorite was the silly picture. She hopped on Liv's back, wrapped one arm around her neck and made bunny ears behind her head.

The second surprise was at Central Park. Olivia took her on the helicopter tour. She was like a wide eyed child. "Do you like your surprise? I figured it was the coolest way to see all the sites you've been waiting to see. Amanda I love you so much. I want to show everything you feel like you've missed." Amanda planted a huge kiss on Olivia's lip. "Wow I guess you do like your surprise huh?" After the tour they walked through the park talking and remembering all the fun times that they had, "Hey baby remember the bet?" Olivia winked. They stopped to have lunch at Sushi Lab. Amanda had been waiting to try sushi. Olivia was sure Amanda wouldn't like it, because this was the girl who didn't like fish. Amanda surprised her though, "I guess your palate has changed."

They strolled through the city and finally made it home. They took their time and even stopped at shops on the way and of course Amanda got everything she wanted. When they walked in the apartment Amanda smelled food, "Liv is that fried chicken I smell?" Olivia walked to the kitchen and looked in the oven. Melinda put the chicken, Mac and cheese, and cornbread inside to keep it warm. The green beans were in a container to heat up later. "Yeah baby, all your favorites. Come on let's take a quick shower together and eat dinner. No silly business Amanda Rollins." They showered, just showered, even though it was hard. They enjoyed dinner together and once everything was cleaned and put away, they went to the living room to exchange gifts.

"Okay, last surprise", Olivia gave her a blue velvet box, a big heart shaped snickers, and a NYPD teddy bear complete with a uniform. "Liv the teddy bear looks like you in your uniform." Amanda opened the box, "Oh my gosh Liv!" She kissed her, "They're blue diamond studs!" Olivia smiled, "I know you love blue. Do you like them?" Amanda shook her head, "Liv I love them all." Amanda pulled out her bag for Liv, "Your turn!" Olivia opened the bag and found a diamond heart necklace, a box of chocolates, and a box of vouchers for sex exploration. Half were labeled romantic and half were labeled raunchy. Olivia wondered how Amanda could afford the diamond necklace. She thought her money had to be running out by now. Tutoring couldn't pay for all of this stuff, but she didn't want to ruin the day. "Your pick Liv anytime you want. You pick a random card and I have to do it. I knew you like the dice, so these are all for you." Olivia grabbed a romantic card and peeled it back, "You owe me a back massage."

After Liv's massage they laid in bed holding each other. "Amanda, you sure you want to work in finance. After chasing bad guys and as sore as I get, I would like massages more often." When Liv mentioned chasing bad guys, she felt Amanda's body tense up. "Baby talk to me." Amanda straddled Olivia and kissed her on the lips. "We're still replacing sex with talking?" Amanda shook her head no. "I'm scared that you're a cop. I'm scared one day you might not come back. When Nick got shot it scared me more. You were with him that day, what if it was you?" Olivia just held Amanda and rocked her, "That's why you come with me so much?" Amanda shook her head, "I know it's silly and I can't stop it, I'm not even with you, but it makes me feel better." Olivia smiled, "I'm sorry it's scary for you. I have a scary job sometimes, but I'm always careful and I help a lot of people. I can't promise that nothing will happen to me, but I can promise I will fight like hell to come home. Happy Valentine's Day and I love you."