Teach Me Too Love You

Chapter 15

A/N: Well here you go guys. I really enjoyed writing this chapter. I want to shot out to Jayismz for helping me with the fluff. You are the best. This is something for all the many conversations many of you were having. So I gave both sides what they wanted but mainly what I wanted.

Happy Reading!

As Fitz and Cyrus flight almost reaches it destination their conversation has been pretty much mute as Fitz thinks about his entire life. He couldn't get out of his head the voicemail left on his phone not just by Liv but the first woman in his life…his mother.

Liv had reached out to his mother and given her his contact information in hopes of bringing them back together. How could you not love a woman like that? He questions himself as he replays the message in his mind.

Hello my son. It is me, your mother. A young lady by the name of Olivia Pope reached out to me via text stating she was your girlfriend and was reaching out in hope to bring us a much desired reunion. I would love nothing more in life than to make that happen. I love you Fitzgerald and I miss you so much. I pray this message finds you in good health. I would love to hear from you if you're willing. I don't want to say too much or take up too much of your time, just know I've never stopped loving you. I have no hard feelings towards you or your father. I miss you tremendously. I hope and pray to hear from you soon. I love you son.

The call ends without a goodbye but the sound of a broken woman crying on the other end instead. Fitz was filled with emotions and Olivia was bringing them all to the surface. Then there was the voicemail from Olivia…

Hi…my love. I just wanted to tell you I did something you might not be too happy about. I contacted you mother. I didn't speak with her, that would have been awkward but I texted her your contact information and told her who I was. I know you were hesitant about reaching out to her but babe I really want to meet your mom one day and for you to reunite with her. Family is very important to me and she's your family. Your real family. I hope I didn't overstep. I love you. I'll talk with you later.

He thinks about how Cyrus is always talking about family this and family that, but never mentions to him about his own mother nor try to hide his total distain for Olivia when they were indeed his family and two women he truly loved. He was American through and through. Italians were big on family and loved their families with their entire existence. They accepted him but he was not truly family to any of these men and they could turn on him at any given time. Cyrus had shown him that he was willing to die for these people when he too was American. Most of Fitz team were American. Why was that? He would find himself pondering over these questions in his head. He gave his men vacations just so they could visit their families. Was he the only one living a lie? Olivia's words played over and over in his mind.

Could he live this dark life and keep Olivia? Was it fair to put this kind of pressure on her? To force this life on her. What happens when he makes her his wife? What if they decide to have children one day? Do he really want his children raised around all this deceit? Was he planning to do this for the rest of his life? Olivia had gotten to him. He found himself asking these questions and answering them. He had truly become his father and like his father could lose his life by the same people he called family.

He thinks about what Olivia said about never being happy with him in Italy. She was willing to sacrifice her own happiness to be with him. He couldn't stand the thought of her being miserable and unhappy. It was his job to make her happy and it was time he started doing that.

He thought about having to look over his shoulder for the rest of his life. Will the bosses really grant him forgiveness? He was ready for whatever they brought to the table. It was time to cut ties with this entire mob life and get him some normal. Olivia was his normal. He hadn't had that since he was a small boy living in the US with his mother. He wanted it, he wanted it with Olivia. What better time than the present to make his exit. He had more than enough money and businesses to past down an entire legacy to his children and grandchildren.

He needed to make one more final decision…Cyrus. Had Cyrus sold him out? Did he know Zoey was going to try and kill Olivia? The gunman was one of her father's men. She would need his permission to use him for a job. Why hadn't Cyrus caught this? Benny was his drinking buddy and secret lover after all. Fitz decided to test his theory.

He looks up at Cyrus and say "I'm out."

Cyrus doesn't look up but instead keeps his eyes on the book in his hand "What do you mean by out?"

"Just what I said. I'm out. I'm done…with all of this. This is my exit no matter what happens in this meeting. This is my exit. I'm leaving Italy. I want to build a life with Liv."

Cyrus blows a gasket "Oh for the love of god. You are a moron Fitz…a child. When are you going to learn the this is not a game. You don't take this serious. You have been put in a position of power with some of the greatest men in the world and you still….I built you up after your father died from the ground up. You're all that I have to show…for my life. I made you a war-rior, I made you a boss, I made you leader of men and now this is what you do? This is what you leave me with? No! No!. Olivia is not family. You do not choose her over me. You are not normal. Normal is overrated."

"I've made up my mind. These people are not my family. They are business associates, using my businesses to do their dirty dealings. If I was family Zoey would have never been able to do what she did." Fitz stands from his seated position at his sudden heartbreak. Cyrus is the enemy. He starting to see that now. "Olivia helped me. She's not against me Cyrus." Cyrus says nothing just follows him with his eyes. "What you're not talking to me now? The king of all kings the man that never made boss but wants to walk around like he is one."

"I been around longer than you Fitz that's all. I know what problem bringing a woman from outside of the family can create. You don't listen to me as someone who knows so I feel like you don't trust me." Fitz chuckles and starts to walk in circles, something he picked up from Olivia.

"I know you live vicariously through me. I've become your legacy, I get it. But when do I get to live for me? When do I get to create my own family, my own legacy? You don't get an opinion when it come to that anymore cause Liv…is the love of my life." Fitz becomes choked up "And she won't even talk to me. Not by text or by phone, why? Because I choose this so-called family over her when it was because of me she's even here. You hate that we're in love don't you Cyrus? Hate that I found the love of my life and she fell in love with me, she's in love with me Cy. You hate it so much that you would allow harm to come to her."

Before Cyrus could respond Tom step up behind him and places a plastic bag over Cyrus's head and watch him struggle as he suffocates from lack of oxygen. He was taken down the wheels gear shaft and dropped out of the plane in the middle of the ocean.

They arrive in Spain and makes their way to the meeting. They walk in and all the bosses are already there. Fitz greets the godfather but continues to stand as Benny glares at him with pure hatred. "Let's just get this over with." Fitz states

"Yeah lets. You killed my daughter, and no matter what is said in this room I am going to kill you but first I'm going to kill that bl…" Before he could finish his statement, Fitz pulls his gun and shoot him three times with lightening speed. Once in the head, once in the throat and once in the heart. "A man with nothing to lose is a dangerous man. I man with everything to lose." All the bosses are shocked as guns are pointing in every direction when suddenly the door open and more of Fitz's men pour in. "You gentlemen may want to tell your men to put their guns down." The godfather nods and all their men comply.

Fitz walks to the head of the table and speaks directly to the godfather "Godfather please forgive my aggression. We all know Benny was not going to stop coming after me when all I did was what any of you would do to protect yourself and your family. Speaking of family, I want to thank you all for allowing me the privilege to be part of yours, but the time has come that I return to my own family. I can never truly be family to you all because I am not Italian, and we all know this. I am however American, and I do have family in the US, real biological family. In which I was taken from by my father as a small boy. You all speak so passionately about the importance of family. I have vague remembrance of that. So I'm deciding to finally choose my family first. Just as you all do every single day. I have a mother whom I have not seen in almost 25 years. It is time I reconnect with her. I have a woman that I love very much and would one day like to marry and grow and even larger family with.

He slowly walks around the room "I want to know what it's like to have family. I have given almost fifteen years of my life to your families. I would now like to do the same for mines. So today I officially resign from this organization. I will be liquidating all my club assets and leaving giving the properties to you godfather to do with as you see fit. My hotels are still off limits. My personal homes I will be putting up for sale. I would like that when I leave out of this room that we all have a clear and precise understanding and no desire for retribution of any kind."

The godfather finally speaks "You have my word Fitzgerald. I've always liked you and I truly understand. Go in peace back home to your true family."

"It will take some time to get my affairs in order then I will be out of Sicily for good."

"Take all the time you need. Fitzgerald you have my word no harm will come to you." Fitz nods and leave while the other bodyguards remove Benny's dead body.

Fitz and his men return to his jet and head to the US. Normally the flight would take 15hrs but on a jet Fitz could cut that time in half If they fly higher than 50 thousand feet up. The retirement party was scheduled to begin at 6pm. It was now a little before 10 am in the morning standard time. He would most likely be late, but he would be there before the event ended.

….

The previous night…

Olivia found herself unable to sleep. It was actually still pretty early in the night. She had so many emotions and needed to really think. Could she do this without Fitz? Should she tell him about the baby? She thought she knew what to do but now she finds herself second guessing her decision. Abby was now out cold after all the liquor she consumed during their girl time so she would be of no use. Liv decides to turn on her phone. She immediately sees the text from Fitz professing his love. Her heart aches for him. She misses him. She wants to call him but knows that he's handling things right now and doesn't want to distract him. She calls Diego. "Hey Liv."

"Hey…umm I know you're somewhere close and I really need someone to talk to."

"I'm right outside Liv. Do you want me to come in?"

"No Abby asleep. I'll come out."

"Okay I'm right out front in the black hummer. Stay on the phone until you see me."

"Okay." Liv slides on her robe over her pants silk pajamas and heads out. Diego flashes his lights. She walks to the truck and gets inside. "Thanks Diego."

"No problem."

"Have you heard from Fitz?"

"Yes."

"So he's okay?"

"Yes." Liv just shakes her head up and down at Diego one word answers

"I need your help with something."

"Okay."

"Hopefully you still feel that way when I tell you what it is." She shifts in her seat turning to face him "I want to contact Fitz's mother Anna Grant. I think it's time they reconcile and reconnect."

Diego just stares at Olivia but says nothing. "Its very important that I do this Diego. There are chances taking place between Fitz and I and I…I just need to do this. Fitz said you would help me with whatever I needed. Can you help me with this…please?"

"All I can say is she still lives in the family home in New York. Her information is still listed."

Liv is stunned at the information. "Really?"

"Yes. Have you tried looking her up?"

"No. I thought it would be more complicated than that."

"Nope pretty simple." He adds

"Diego I think I really messed things up. I hung up on Fitz earlier today and hasn't responded to any of his calls. Italy scares me. I don't want to go back there, but I'm afraid he will force me too."

"Talk to him Liv. Tell him that. He loves you. He's changing because of you. I'm sure he will hear you, he only wants what's best for you but you have to tell him everything." She watches his eyes move to her stomach "Even that." Liv looks down following his eyes and places her hand on her stomach "You know?" brows meeting together in her forehead "Of course you know, but how?" A peaceful silence fall upon the two "I'm scared he will force me to make a choice. I don't want to stay in Sicily or anywhere outside of the US. I'm scare he will eventually take our child from me."

"Fitz is not his father. He loves you. Don't count him out. You may be surprised at how far he will go for you, being pregnant only gives you more of an advantage in the power to persuade him to your will."

"You really think so Diego?"

"I see the way he looks at you. The way he reacts to you. How he defends you against anyone. He may be a bit brass at times, but you've brought out a softer side to him. He says you are the love of his life. That has to mean something." This makes Liv smile as she continues to rub her belly. "Thanks Diego. Fitz is lucky to have you on his side."

"He even luckier to have you." He states when Liv leans in an kisses him on the cheek before exiting the truck and going back inside but Diego stops her as a man approaches Abby front door. "Do you know that guy?" Diego questions

Liv looks in the direction of Abby's front door but can only see the guy from the back. "I don't thinks so, but I can't see his face either."

Diego pulls out his gun "Stay here." He gets out of the truck and quietly approaches the guy when the guy notices the door is unlocked and turns the nob and walks inside. Before he could get completely inside Diego has the gun pressed against the back of his head. "Who are you?" Diego's voice penetrates immediate fear in the guys body.

"I…I…I'm Stephen. Stephen Finch…A…Abby's boyfriend." He answers through a trembling voice.

That's when Abby walks into the room and let's out a piercing scream. So loud Liv hears it outside. She exits the truck and runs inside. "Liv he has a gun!"

Diego, not disturb by the screaming "Do you know this guy?" Directing his question to Abby as Liv walks around to see the mans face "You're the guy from the club." Liv remembers

"Yes, yes he's my boyfriend." Abby desperately explains

Diego removes his gun from the guys head and places it back behind him "I'll be outside." He states simply walking out and closing the door.

"What the hell Liv. Who was that guy?" Abby chastises

"Oh that's Diego, my bodyguard. He thought this guy was an intruder. You didn't tell me you did more than hook up with this guy." Speaking as if Stephen is not in the room

"Hey, I'm standing right here. My name is Stephen by the way. Stephen Finch, and you must be Abs best friend Olivia. She talks about you a lot."

Liv throws Abby a look "What? Just that we are best friends, and I would do anything for you." Abby explains

"Fine Abs, we'll talk in the morning. Stephen nice to meet you."

"Why do you have a bodyguard?" Stephen questions

"Because I do." Is Liv's only answer

"Come on Stephen I'll explain it to you later. Goodnight Liv." Liv nods as Abby and Stephen heads to her room.

Olivia grabs her computer from her overnight bag and looks up Anna M. Grant. Just as Diego stated she was still listed. She debated over calling her when she notices she had two numbers listed on her profile. A personal home and a cell phone number. Liv when with the cell phone number sending her a text after making sure her number was private. She wanted Anna to reach out to Fitz in hopes that Fitz would find it in his heart to respond.

Once the text was sent, she panicked. What if Fitz really wasn't ready to reconnect with his mother. Would he be angry with her for doing this? She began to pace in circles before falling back down on the sofa and calling Fitz to explain what she had done. Not knowing that Anna immediately reached out to Fitz the moment the text came through. Fitz phone when straight to voicemail so Liv left a message.

Liv returned to bed and just laid there staring at the ceiling rubbing her flat stomach. She thought about what Diego said and decided he was right. She was going to tell Fitz about the baby and see what happens. She left her phone on in hopes that Fitz would call back before finally finding sleep and a moment of peace.

The following morning Liv wakes to the sun in her face. She reaches for her phone and is disappointed that Fitz hadn't called so she called him, unfortunately he would be on the plane to Spain. She's not sure why but she becomes angry again throwing the phone across the room hitting the wall shattering it into pieces. She then leaps from the bed almost falling on the slipper hardwood flooring in Abby's home to access the damage she had caused. "Fuck Olivia! Why did you do that?" Speaking out loud to herself "Dammit now I have to get another phone." She takes off running to Abby's room forgetting Stephen was even there. She pushes the door open and see the two naked and laid out on top of the bed with Abby's red hair covering his chest and all his male business in plain site. "Abby! Oops fuck, I forgot you had company." She steps back out of the room.

Abby slowly rises "What the matter Liv? Is everything okay?"

Liv is embarrassed "Umm, yeah it wasn't important. I just smashed my phone and needed to use you until I can replace it."

"Okay hold up one minute." Abby slowly slides from the bed grabbing her phone off the nightstand. She walks to the door still naked. "Here. Are you sure you're okay? You look flustered."

"I'm sure. I just need to call Fitz. I'm going to tell him."

With concern in her face she asks "Are you sure you want to do that?"

"He loves me Abby. This is his baby too. He has a right to know. I can't be selfish. I just have to take my chances that he will choose us." She rubs her stomach behind the statement

"Well when you put it that way it makes sense."

"So, what's up with you and this Stephen guy?" Liv whispers

"Oh Liv, I think I know how you feel with Fitz. He's amazing but we'll talk later." Liv agrees and goes back to her room and calls Fitz. She gets his voicemail so she simply say, "I love you too."

The rest of the morning seemed to drag along. Liv spoke with her parent sharing with them she was in town and would see them tonight. They were beyond happy. Liv needed a new phone, so she took Abby's car and headed to the nearest cell phone store. She checked to see if Diego was following her but couldn't locate him, but she knew he was out there somewhere. Once she purchased her phone and it was activated she noticed she had no messages or voicemails. She asked the clerk did all her information come over from her old phone. The told her they had, if not they would soon. Liv was disappointed not knowing that she and Fitz were simply missing each other's calls. She kept hope that he would show up at her parent engagement party.

She returned to Abby's and they discussed her relationship with Stephen. Abby shared how she feel in love with his British accent, but not only that but she fell in love with his love making skills. The man was a beast in bed. They spent the entire week together when Liv left for Sicily and had become somewhat inseparable. She shared how he doted on her. Took her shopping and just spent time with her. She had never had a guy pay her that much attention before. She was falling hard for him. She wasn't sure if she was in love with Stephen, but she knew she really liked him, and loved spending time with him.

Liv was happy for Abby and told her so hoping one day they could go out on a double date. The time had finally come. Liv and Abby headed to her parent's house. Liv was not feeling very well. The pregnancy along with stress was making for a miserable day.

Before Liv and Abby could ring the doorbell the front door swung open "Livvie!" Her mom greets "Eli Livvie's here. Oh my goodness Abby is too.!" She grabs both women into a tight embrace kissing both of their faces. "Hi momma Pope." Abby states with a smile

Eli approaches the door "Candice dear let them inside so I can get some of that. Girls come on in." They release from their hug and Liv quickly notices her mom is crying "Oh mom don't cry. You're gonna make me cry."

"Oh dear come here." Eli wraps his arms around his wife. "She's just so happy to see you girls." They all join in once inside. It turns into a group hug around Candace. "I'm sorry mom. I promise I will come home more often."

Candace tries composing herself "It's fine Livvie, I don't know what's gotten into me. I guess I'm just so happy to see you two."

"We missed you guys too." Abby shares

Once the group hug is over Candace dries her eyes "Livvie honey let momma get a good look at you. Oh baby you look flush are you feeling okay?"

"I'm fine mom, I'm just a little exhausted."

"Traveling will do that to you dear." Her mom adds and Liv just leaves it right there

They decide to check out all the decorations and the food of course as people started piling in. Liv didn't realize her parents had so many friends. Thank goodness her family home was a relatively large two story brick home, with 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, two family rooms, a large open kitchen with a view to the main family room and the backyard that had more space then they could ever use. Her parent's cars were in the connecting 2-car garage as all the other cars were parked on both sides of the long winding driveway. She and Abby played host to all the guest helping her mom out a bit. Liv hadn't realized how much she missed being home.

"Mom did you do all the decorations yourself?"

Candace smiles "Oh dear god no Livvie, I hired someone. I'm retired now. I enjoy decorating but not to this level."

"Its gorgeous mom."

"Thank you dear. So Abby how are things going with you?"

"Okay. I have a really good job at this law firm downtown Pearson and Wright. I'm just a personal secretary but I love it."

"That good to hear dear. You can always grow with a law firm and I actually know those attorneys there. Harrison Wright is the son of a good friend of mines. Tell him I said hello."

"Will do." Abby answers watching Candace make her way back outside. She look at Liv "Liv you don't look to good. You look like your about to…" She stops as Liv leaps from her seat and takes off for the bathroom just off the kitchen. She only makes it just inside the room before this the fruit she at earlier reversed its way back up her esophagus. Abby quickly closes the door and grabs a towel as Liv leans over the toilet. "You're definitely pregnant girlee."

"No shit sherloc…" She didn't finish her statement as she begin to dry heave since there was nothing left in her stomach. Abby quickly begin cleaning up the mess while rubbing Liv's back at the same time. Once done she take a wet cloth and places it on the back of Liv's neck. Liv had begun sweating profusely. "I need to go. I can't be here like this. My parents don't even know I'm dating, Fitz hasn't shown up, he hasn't called. It's after 8 now and they will begin to ask questions I'm not ready to answer. I wanted to at least have them meet him before I announce my pregnancy."

Abby doesn't know what to say so she says nothing. She just helps Liv get herself together before going and saying goodbye to her parents.

….

Fitz has finally landed and was now in route to Liv's parent's home. He got her message and couldn't wait to see her. There was a reason he wanted to meet her parents. He knew she was probably thinking the worse-she always does, but he wanted to surprise her. They pull in the driveway and Tom parks the car. "Ride back with Diego leave the truck." He instructs

"Sure boss." He looks ahead "Boss it looks like Olivia is leaving." Fitz looks ahead and knows she's angry with him. He debates for a moment and decides to deal with Liv's anger when they are alone. She was a pistol when she was angry. He had something he needed to do and he refused to do it before leaving her parents home. "No let her go. I will catch up to her later. Keep me posted where she goes."

"Sure boss." Tom answers

Once Liv and Abby pull off, he then walks to Diego's truck and they leave keeping a close eye on Olivia.

Fitz finally exits the car and is impressed with Liv's childhood home. Being judges had its perks. He had a plan only could pray it works. He walks up to the door dressed in his black on black tux with silk lining. A white silk scarf falls from his shoulders. His shining black Christian Louboutin shoes just made him look even more rich and powerful. His hair has it natural waves from the curls being combed back. His face was cleanly shaved. He really wanted to impress Liv's parents. He reaches out and rings the bell after placing the expensive bottle of wine in his right hand.

The door opens and Candace smiles at the handsome man standing before her. "Well hello, how may I help you?"

The resemblance to Liv is uncanny, but it helped him know right away who this woman was "Hi Mrs. Pope is Mr. Pope home?"

Without a care in the world she calls out to Eli "Eli honey someone is here for you." Eli steps into the doorway. "Yes how may I help you?'

"Mr. and Mrs. Pope my name is Fitzgerald Grant III, and I'm in love with you daughter."

Both parent's mouths fall open. Eli looks Fitz over "Well that's news. Olivia is not here. You just missed her."

"I know I saw her and her friend Abby driving off. I was supposed to be her at six, but my plane was delayed. I couldn't miss this opportunity to speak with the two of you before I meet back up with Livvie. May I?" He questions asking for permission to enter the home. It didn't go unnoticed by either of them he called Liv by her pet name they had given her.

Eli steps to the side trusting his gutt "Please do come in." They excuse themselves to Eli's study

"Okay Mr. Grant you have our attention."

"I live in Sicily. I've known you daughter personally for about two months now. I first saw Livvie three years ago on a beach down from my father's home. I didn't realize it then, but over the next three years her beautiful face stayed with me. My father and I were shot that day by some intruders. My father didn't make it but seeing Livvie's face everyday for 3 years saved me. She saved me. It was as if I could hear her voice telling me to fight. Fast forward 2 months ago I saw Livvie in Sicily at the airport. I knew then I was not crazy and that she was real. I waited two day before I found the courage to introduce myself. The rest is history. We've been inseparable ever since. I was supposed to meet her here so she could introduce us, but as I said my plane was delayed. I've called her several times but she hasn't responded. I wanted to keep my promise and show up as well as meet you guys. So here I am. I decided to meet the two of you and deal with Livvie's wrath back at the hotel. I didn't want you to see us together for the first time like that. I'm sure you know what Liv is like when she's angry."

Both parent nod in agreement.

"Well Fitzgerald I must say this is a surprise to us both seeing Livvie never mentioned you to either of us. I want to believe you but I have no knowledge outside of what you've said that any of this is true. So with that being said, how bout we give Livvie a call to verify all of this?" Eli states placing his gun on the top of his desk that he had retrieved as soon as he walked into his office.

Fitz smiles "Bye all means."

Eli calls Olivia. "Hi daddy. I made it home safe, if that's why you're calling."

"No sweet pea, I actually have a question for you."

"Sure dad."

"Do you know a Fitzgerald Grant III?" Liv damn near drops the phone

"Is he there daddy?"

"So I'll take that as an yes."

"He's there isn't he?" She continues questioning

"Yes Livvie he's here, and he's shared some very interesting things with us of how you two meet."

"He did?"

"Yes he did." He answers as Candace stands there in silence listening to the one-sided conversation but already know what this man speaks of is true.

"I was going to introduce him to you guys tonight. Daddy please can I speak with him."

Hearing that certified with Eli that Fitz was telling the truth. "Sure sweet pea, hold on." He stretches out his arm. "She'd like to speak with you."

Fitz retrieves the phone "Hi."

"Hi."

"I'm sorry I was late love. I really tried to get her on time."

"We really need to talk Fitz."

"I know. Just let me finish up here with your parents and I will meet you back at the hotel shortly. Okay?"

"Okay."

"And Livvie."

"Yes."

"Please keep your phone on."

"You do the same."

"I love you, and I'll see you soon."

"I love you too Fitz. Tell my parents I'll call them tomorrow."

"Will do my love, bye."

"Bye." The call ends

Fitz was one smooth man.

"Well Fitzgerald…"

"Please Mr. Pope call me Fitz, Oh and Livvie said she'll call you guys tomorrow." They both give a quick nod of their heads

"Okay Fitz, you said you wanted to speak with us so have at it son."

Fitz looks at Mrs. Pope and sees is Livvie through her resemblance and becomes so nervous, he studders "I…I…umm. Umhm" He clears his throat "As I said before sir, ma'am I am in love with your daughter, and I…umm…umm." Candace interrupt him because she already knows what coming and feels as if this is something Eli should handle. From what she can see this man is in love with her daughter and her daughter just may be in love with him seeing how odd her behavior was today. She also suspects something else is in the horizon as only a mother could. Time would tell.

"Eli and Fitz excuse me for a moment I need to go check on our guest." Fitz nods placing both his hands in his pockets. What is wrong with him. He's never been nervous about asking a question to anyone. But this wasn't just anyone this was the first man in Olivia's life. The most respected man in Liv's life. He had to get this right. After Candace left the room and closed the door Eli leaned back in his seat crossing his hand over his lap. "Well son, I too soon will need to be getting back to our guest. Shall we move this along."

Fitz clears his throat once more "Mr. Pope I would like to ask your daughter to marry me. It would mean the world to me to get your blessing. I know you don't know me that well…really at all, but I promise to love and cherish her, and make her the happiest woman in the world. You have my word sir." He clears his throat again

Eli just stares at him a moment before speaking "Fitz my son Sicily is a long ways away, and to have someone looking after her would do this old heart of mines good. From the sound of my Livvie's voice after hearing that you were hear told me something." He stands from his seat and walks directly in front of Fitz. His shorter stockier frame seemed to make Fitz feel small.

"She's in love with you, isn't she?"

"Yes sir, she told me so." Eli nods and walks back around his desk putting his gun back in the drawer. He then reaches and opens a wooden box on his desk. He takes out one cigar and twirls it between his fingers. "Your story is unique Fitz. One only found in fairy tales. My daughter is not a fairy tale."

"Yes sir I know that."

"She's a queen."

"Yes sir, she is."

"She's also my only child and daughter. Why should I give my blessing to a man I know nothing about."

"Sir I'm an only child. I'm named after my father who's named after his father, Both men are deceased. My mother resides in LA in our family home. Her name is Anna M, Grant. I currently live in Sicily which is where I was raised by my father since age 12, when my parents separated. They never divorced. I own several hotels here in the US as well as one in Sicily and one in Spain. I am financially set for 3 lifetimes. I have no children. I was born January 31st. I'm currently 30 years old. I'm working on relocated back to the US as we speak as to be closer to my mom as well as you guys and bring a smile to Olivia's face once I inform her. Livvie change my life sir. She taught me how to love again. She's the love of my life. She is the reason I breath. My every thought is of her. She's the only woman I've ever truly loved besides my mother and I've never stood nervously before any man and asked him for anything. I normally just take it…sir." Fitz feels a shift and all the nervous energy leaves him. His confidence has returned and so does his crooked smile. "Now you know me Mr. Pope, so again I'm asking for your blessing to ask your daughter to marry me."

"I like you Fitz so don't make me regret this." He pauses and takes out another cigar and hands it to Fitz "You have my blessing."

"Thank you sir." The two men light up their cigars and talk a bit more before returning to the gathering. Fitz walk up to Candance "It's been a pleasure Mrs. Pope, but I must be going. I want to catch Liv before she turns in."

"Oh, the pleasure is all mines Fitz." She takes his hand "May I have your attention everyone. I like to introduce my daughter boyfriend Fitzgerald Grant. My Livvie has good taste don't you think?" The men and women shake Fitz's hand. Many complimented him on his good look and sharp dress attire causing Fitz to somewhat blush. Normal was in no way overrated. People were honest and truly glad to be in his presence. Yeah he could get used to normal. After bidding his goodbyes he shakes Eli's hand and heads out to his vehicle.

Eli turns to his wife and smiles "He wants to marry her doesn't he?" She questions

Eli looked surprised "How do you always do that?"

"The same way I knew you were going to propose to me?"

"I love you my sweet Candice."

"I love you my handsome Elijah." They seal their greeting with a kiss before returning to their party guest.

Liv was standing looking over the city when Fitz enter the condo apartment. She turns at the sound of the Fitz stepping inside. "Hi."

With sudden tears she repeats the love greeting "Hi." She tries to catch her tears "You're here."

"I'm here." He states walking towards her "I'm sorry I was late."

"But you made it."

"I did. I also met your parents as I promised." He wipes her fallen tears "Please sweet baby don't cry."

"I just missed you. I can't help it."

"I missed you too."

He stares at her with sharp eyes, undressing her as she stands before him. He can tell she's hesitant about making the first move which means he's in control. He has the power.

Hands covering his crotch, he gently touches himself feeling the urge to take her right then and there making him harder by the second. It's been over 24hrs since they've been intimate but tonight was the night that would change. He'd make sure of it.

"Fitz..." is all she can muster before he's standing before her. Muscles contracting with breath he takes. Cock throbbing beneath the fabric of his jeans.

He doesn't have anything to say but everything to show.

Both hands grabbing her hips, he pulls her against him. The hardness of his cock and body make her moan as it presses against her stomach. Her own hands hesitantly rubbing up his chest. Their eyes lock and the battle of wills begin. She knows she's going to lose but she doesn't stop her fight, attempting to appear stronger than she actually is in this moment.

His ceruleans scan every inch of her visage. She's changed but not too much and it entices him. So much that his hands trail up her body, fingers brushing across her nipples eliciting a soft moan from her lips as she holds onto his arms. The reaction pleases him, but he's not here to tease her and he knows that's not what she wants. A smug smirk graces his lips and before she knew it, she's bent over the couch.

Both hands grip the back of it as she feels him pressing himself against her. His cock begging to be free from the restraints as her pussy heating to incalculable levels, the pool of wetness building inside of her. His hands rub down her back to her ass and down her thighs. A few kisses planted on her covered skin sending chills down her spine, goosebumps forming.

Carefully, he spreads her legs and rubs his hands up her inner thighs not stopping until he reaches her folds. Two fingers pressing against them. She's wet, ready and dying to have him inside of her, so he doesn't waste any more time and slides her thong down then tossing it aside. Rising to his feet, he doesn't bother taking anything off. Working only on his belt, he snaps it open in a few seconds and pushes his pants down to the middle of his thighs. His cock springing out, tip already wet with desire.

He gets a firm grip on her shoulder with his left hand, his right wrapping around his engorged manhood. Leaning over her, he plants a series of kisses on her neck that make her moan even louder as he simultaneously enters her. A deep groan following. It feels like home but exceedingly better, clearer. He gets his footing before rocking his hips against hers slowly, her grip on the back of the couch tightening. Her walls clenching around his weapon of desire.

They breathe in sync, moaning and groaning to the pleasure of one another as their bodies move in tandem. Olivia's hips rocking back to meet every one of Fitz's thrusts as he buries himself inside of her. They keep this pace up so she could get used to him and the moment she was, he goes harder. The sounds of moist skin on skin echoing through the room.

"Fitz!" She doesn't hesitate to let him hear how good he feels inside of her, but she wants to see him. "Let me see you... please."

Her request is granted and with a smile on his lips, he removes himself from her wetness and stands up straight, pulling her against him. His hips still rocking against her as his cock rests perfectly against her ass.

"Lie down on the couch."

The richness of his voice making her weak, obliging his order letting herself fall into the back of the couch. Her shaking knees relented to his hands and parted timidly.

"You're beautiful, Livvie."

And without another word he's between her legs, his tongue against her most sensitive spot. His lips surround the plump, aroused flesh and suckled, making her head move back and her mouth fall open. Her hands move toward his head before quickly pulling them away, unsure. Fitz, even when consumed with his task, noted this. He grabs her by the wrists and brings them back where she wanted them, and she doesn't hesitate this time to thread them through his hair.

She's unable to believe how close she is already, and her hips begin to rise to meet him. A growl rumbles in his throat and he slams her hips back down, pinning them against the couch as he continues to ravish her pussy with his mouth. His aggression only pushes her closer to the edge, and she tightens her grip in his hair. His name trying to spill over her lips but she can't suck in enough air to get it all out.

Then he was gone.

His mouth drags away from her and he slips out of her hands. She releases a desperate whimper, panting, and thought she might actually cry at how badly she needs him again. When she looks at him, he's standing before her stroking his cock slowly.

"You'll get what you want." He assures as he grabs her legs, hooking his hands under her knees and pushing them back. She falls back once more, and feels his cock come to rest outside her folds. She can hardly see straight and he isn't even inside her yet.

"Fuck me." She responds, feeling the pressure of his cock pressing against her folds. Her hands gripping the bare skin of his ass.

His face seemed to grow darker, more determined. His tongue brushes across his bottom lip as he stares down at her, never breaking eye contact as he pushes inside her at an agonizing pace. He settles there for a moment just to make a point, but even he can't hold his resolution as he once did now that he was inside her, and especially not when she started to impatiently move her hips against him, looking for any friction.

From there, he starts a steady rhythm— same as before rolling his hips into the back of her thighs, the sounds of moist skin on skin echoing through the room once more. Her legs fall open, and she's able to touch him now, pushing her hands up his shirt and over his chest and abdomen. He let out a series of deep groans with every stroke against her inner walls, his brows furrowing in concentration as he watches himself slide in and out of her.

She's close again, and the hands wrapped up in his shirt move to his hips, pulling him into her.

"Fuck." The breathless curse falls out of him as he sinks deeper into her, and it makes her whole body shudder.

He's close, too, and she can feel his want in every thrust. They both pant, gasping out obscenities and each other's names sprinkled in-between. She finds herself begging, the word 'please' dripping out over and over again, frantic for him to make her cum. Hearing this only drives him, and he braces himself against the back of the couch, giving him leverage to pound into her so hard that the furniture creaks and slams against the wall in tandem.

It comes in one, long rush. Starting from her core and setting the rest of her body ablaze. She cries out as her back arches and her nails dig deep into him, and he follows mere seconds after her. As he rides out the last parts of his release he thrusts once or twice more before collapsing against her, pressing his forehead into the center of her chest. Their moans music to each other's ears. Struggling to get their heart rates back to an even tempo, eyes closed and not a word spoke between them.

Lifting his head, Fitz pulls out. Both making a small sound at the lost contact.

He smiles lazily up at her, eyes half open and cheeks flushed with red. She combs a hand through his hair and dares not to tell him how cute he looks.

"You were extra wet Livvie, you really missed me huh?"

"That and the fact that I might be pregnant."

Fitz becomes frozen in time with the biggest smile on his face.

A/N: There you have it. The conversation of moving back home is coming up in the next chapter. Time for some serious dialogue. Until next time…Keke