As Olivia climbs out of bed the next day, she reads the good morning text Fitz had sent her an hour earlier. He always was an early riser. She quickly taps out a response before getting ready for her day. Today she would start looking for a summer job, just part time, to save some money. Quinn was a waitress at a local diner and suggested Olivia apply, they always need morning help and the tips were good. This could be perfect, early morning shifts then have the rest of the day and night to enjoy her summer, and Fitz. A smile spreads across her face at the thought. Checking her phone again she sees a new message from Fitz.

DINNER AT MY PLACE TONIGHT? -F

WILL JAKE BE THERE? I THOUGHT WE WERE KEEPING THIS BETWEEN US FOR NOW-O

WE ARE BUT JAKE KIND OF KNOWS ALREADY, I CAN EXPLAIN IT ALL TONIGHT-F

Nope, that wasn't going to work for her/ She hits his name, calling him instead of texting back.

"Hi Livvie" he immediately answers.

"Hi Fitz, what do you mean Jake knows about us?!"

"Well, yesterday afternoon Jake and I were talking. I told him I was breaking up with Mellie to give it a go with you. I figured he's my friend, I could use someone to talk to. Buuuut he wasn't very receptive to the idea. I think he has a thing for you Liv. He got pissed and left."

"Fitz, you know he always watches me. He's a creep and he definitely has a thing for me. It makes me uncomfortable, how have you never noticed I refuse to be alone with him? He is a jerk and is definitely going to tell Mellie."

"Fine, let him tell her, who cares? It's not like she will be friends with either of us when she finds out anyway. Let's be honest, I won't miss her whiney ass, will you?"

"It's not that I would miss her Fitz, she treats me like crap anyway. I was just hoping to put off any drama until we were more established. I guess it is only a matter of time before she finds out and Hurricane Mellie hits."

"So we don't put it out there but if people find out, they find out?"

"Sure. I have to go but I will see you for dinner, what time do you want me there?"

"Is now too early?" Olivia can hear the smile in his voice.

"Yes it is but how about I text you when I am done and I can meet up with you?"

"Perfect, good luck today Livvie, I love you"

"I love you too, bye Fitz"

After ending the call, Olivia finished dressing for the day and heads to the diner to meet the manager, while Quinn is still working. She is greeted by her friend as she enters, she then introduces her to Stephen, the manager. Sitting down in the back office, the two discuss availability. Olivia requests a few shifts a week. They agree, and set her start date for Thursday morning training with Quinn.

Olivia calls Fitz as soon as she gets in the car to tell him the good news. He answers on the first ring "well this is much earlier than I thought I would hear from you, not that I am complaining" he answers.

"Guess what? I got the job at the diner! I start Thursday!" Olivia exclaims.

"Livvie that is great! I'm proud of you!"

"The best part is I will only have the early morning shifts, a few days a week. It will suck to get to work at 6am but that means I will be off by noon and free to enjoy the pool with my cute boyfriend"

Fitz's eyes widen "boyfriend huh?"

Olivia instantly regrets the statement, they haven't discussed a title. "Um... I" she stutters.

"Olivia, that was the best thing you have ever said to me, you know besides telling me you loved me. And I happen to think you're pretty cute yourself, girlfriend" he smiles.

Relieved, she tells Fitz she is on her way to his apartment before hanging up.

Fifteen minutes later, Olivia arrives to see Fitz waiting for her in the parking lot. Who knew confessing feelings to each other would lead to this, not wanting to spend a second away from each other? Fitz opens her door and pulls her out, straight into his arms. Olivia could honestly say for the first time in her life, her heart was truly happy. "I hope you brought your swimsuit, preferably that little white one from the other day, because we are going swimming." he boldly states.

Reaching into her backseat, Olivia grabs the pool bag she keeps for any time they decide to swim. "It's not the white one, but I think you'll like it" she winks before taking his hand in hers, walking to his apartment.

They both quickly change and set out for a day of sun and swimming. She strips off her cover up, revealing a black bikini that covers even less than in the infamous white one. "I am one lucky bastard" he thinks to himself. They spend hours racing, floating and laying out. Occupying adjacent lounge chairs, Olivia turns to Fitz and says "Let's play 20 questions!"

"You sure you want to open that can of worms Livvie? I will get to know all your deep, dark secrets." He replies with an evil smirk.

"I'm sure, Rock Paper Scissors to see who asks first?"

"No, ladies first. Hit me with your best question."

She thinks for a moment, something simple or dive into the deep end... "Who was your first kiss?"

"Amanda Tanner, it was awful. I was 13 and she slobbered all over my face" he finishes with a fake gag.

"Ew, no thanks" Olivia responds.

"Okay, same question."

"Edison Davis, it was at Mellie's house one night watching a movie. He lived down the street, it was just the three of us. Mellie fell asleep and he decided it was the perfect time to attack my face, I was 16." she does a little disgusted shimmy.

"Edison Davis? The guy that walked around wearing Bill Cosby sweaters?" Fitz grabs his stomach with laughter.

"Shut up you jerk! I won't tell you anything else if you keep this up." she says through her own laughter. "Anyway, my turn... Did you really enjoy being with Mellie?" Her mood shifts as she asks.

"Honestly, it was always you I wanted. I didn't think I had a chance with you the way people talked about me. Plus, I haven't exactly been a saint. I figured if I couldn't have you, I would settle for someone who would keep you close to me. I thought you and Mellie were super close. It wasn't until I was actually dating her that I saw your friendship for what is was, convenience and, not to be mean Livvie, but she walks all over you. So no, I didn't enjoy my time with her and I really should have ended things long ago. But like I said I was settling. I knew it was only a matter of time before someone came in a sweep you off your feet, leaving me behind without ever having taken the chance to tell you the truth."

Fitz's honest warms her heart. "I should have never set you up when she asked me to. I just thought you never saw me like that. Last week I met a guy, he was handsome and nice. He asked to take me out sometime, I gave him my number. I had lost hope for you. It was the day after our fight. I thought maybe it would be a chance to move on and put some space between us."

"I have no right to be upset, but did you go out with him?" He asked with the saddest look in his eyes.

"No, I didn't. I never heard from him but I would have if he contacted me." She says quietly.

Fitz's body relaxes with relief, "When was the last time you went out with someone? You never tell me about your love life."

"the last guy I dated was Curtis Price, he was nice but its not much of a love life you were missing out on Fitz. My relationships, if that's even what you want to call them, never lasted more than a month. I just couldn't commit because my heart wasn't in it" she looks into his eyes, hoping he understand what she is trying to say. "Okay my turn, how many women have you slept with?" It was something she needed to know, not necessarily wanted to know. She has always heard they guys praise and tease him about his conquests and it intimidates her more than she cares to admit.

"I don't want to talk about this Liv" he looks ashamed.

"Please, I need to know." she pleads softly.

"Promise not to judge?" She nods. "20ish" he answers avoiding eye contact.

Her eyes bulge. "20?" Now it's his turn to nod.

"Please don't think less of me, I'm not proud of it. If I could take it back, I would. What about you Liv?"

Her face flushed pink and she shakes her head. "Come on Liv, I told you. I don't have any room to judge. I need to know too."

Shaking her head again "you don't get it Fitz..." she looks down and barely above a whisper adds "I haven't."

Realization hits him, she's a virgin. My perfect Livvie has never been touched. How in the world could this be? I mean look at her! But my god is he elated. If he has his way, he would be her one and only. He smiles wide "Liv that is nothing to be embarrassed about, its admirable. And honestly sexy as hell. Now that I know, when the time comes, I am going to take care of you. I won't rush you. Like we said, slow and steady and not one second before you're ready. I love you Livvie."

Tears build in her eyes, why did we wait so long? "Thank you Fitz, I love you too" she grabs his hand, pulling him up and kisses him. "And now I'm hungry, lets head to the apartment to eat" she smiles. Hand in hand, they walk back to the apartment. Unfortunately for them, Jake was there.

AN: Once again, thank you for your comments and your time reading my story. I also apologize for typos, I'm the worst with fat fingers and missing mistakes when proofreading. I truly appreciate each and everyone of you!