Big Jerry was making a wonderful recovery. Fitz spent most of his time over the next week by his father's side, only leaving to attend classes which just started. If possible, Olivia would make sure to be there in Fitz's absence. It seems Fitz wasn't the only one effected by Big Jerry's scare. Jerry himself had made an effort to reconnect with Fitz. Being stuck in a hospital room had made reconciliation surprisingly easy. Big Jerry's accident had opened his eyes to what he was missing in his life, his son. Just as Fitz feared he could have lost his father without making amends, Jerry had realized that he would never forgive himself if he had died leaving Fitz behind to believe his father didn't care about him.

As much as Jerry hated to admit it, he was the one who put the strain on their relationship. After the death of his wife he was a broken man. He worshipped the ground she walked on, losing her had nearly killed him too. Looking at Fitz did nothing but remind him of what he had lost, so he pushed his son away. It was something he couldn't take back, all he could do was make things better. Facing death will do that to you, it opens your eyes and changes your priorities.

Over the last week, Fitz had confronted Jerry about his womanizing ways but also discussed his understanding of dealing with loss. It wasn't an easy conversation but both men were open and honest without going into graphic details. Jerry explained that he was trying to fill a void which Fitz understood. Fitz told his father about his long time love of Olivia and their recent confessions to one another. He told Jerry about the life the two spent to summer building. He worried Jerry wouldn't approve of them living together but was surprised when he was given his blessing.

Fitz also made sure that Olivia got to know his dad as well. While she wasn't there all the time, she did make an effort to spend time with the Grant men together, not just when Fitz couldn't be there. It warmed her heart to see the two connecting. She used alone time with Jerry to building her own relationship with the man she was sure would one day be her father in law and grandfather to her children. Jerry asked a lot of questions about her as well as Fitz. Olivia was always transparent without making him feel guilty. It was nice to hear about Fitz and his life from someone who clearly loved and adored him. Jerry was beyond thankful that Fitz had Olivia to be his family when he hadn't been there.

When it came time for Jerry to be released, Fitz informed him and Olivia he would be staying with his dad for the time being. Jerry was in no shape to take care of himself and Fitz wanted to be there for his dad. Olivia was pleased to see Fitz was eager to be the support his dad needed, but truth be told she was sad that she wouldn't be going home to her boyfriend after a long day. It was a selfish thought but she shook it off knowing that Fitz was doing the right thing. The week Jerry was in the hospital had been weird for her at home without him. But she was proud of the steps Fitz was taking.

The trio fell into a routine over the next month. Fitz was still living with Jerry while Olivia was at the apartment. She would have dinner with them a few times a week if she wasn't busy with school and work. She decided to continue to work at the diner during the fall semester, so she was understandably busy. The last week or so she had been swamped with homework, spending every free moment studying. It was her last semester of classes before student teaching and she was feeling overwhelmed. It didn't help that she hadn't had the opportunity to visit Jerry which means she hadn't seen Fitz in over a week. She was happy that he was reconnecting with his father but she could feel the strain on their relationship. They talked less and less through out the day, sometimes only sending a few texts here and there. Olivia had a sinking feeling that they were drifting apart. As silly as it sounds she was upset when she realized that hadn't done anything more than a peck since Jerry's accident.

Olivia knows sex isn't everything but she was missing Fitz and their intimacy. She wouldn't let on but she was stressed with school and lonely at home. She had attended Abby and David's gender reveal alone because Fitz was with his dad at the hospital, they were having a little girl. She went to sleep and woke up alone. She ate dinner alone, if she was at the apartment which was often. Fitz hasn't asked her to stay with him at Jerry's which is fine but again she felt distance. She didn't want to intrude on the much needed time the father and son needed together. After the first week alone, she was lonely enough to ask her mom if she could sleep there. Since then when she was having a particularly hard or lonely day, she would stay at Maya's house instead of their quiet apartment. All their friends were equally busy with the new semester, all having little time to get together. Olivia wouldn't consider herself dependent on Fitz but he was a huge part of her every day and she missed him. She never told Fitz that though, she didn't want to add to his already full plate. She didn't want to be needy and she knew this time was important. After two weeks she ended up staying with her mom every night, whether it be a work, homework or dinner with the Grants night, rather than go home alone she went home to her mother. Yes she was missing Fitz but she was also growing closer with her mom. This time has been both productive and hard. She couldn't wait until Fitz was home because not only would that mean Jerry was better but life could get back on track.

Fitz was so busy with school and his dad he hadn't noticed Olivia's withdrawal. He was a month into the semester and he spent a lot of time doing homework or helping his dad with rehab. Jerry would be getting his casts off next week and Fitz couldn't wait. He had enjoyed being there for his dad and reconnecting but he was missing his pre accident life, he was missing Olivia. It was a lot of stress on him taking care of Jerry and juggling school. Jerry was getting much better and once the casts came off Fitz planned to go home.

One night as the two were watching TV Jerry decided to it was time to speak up

"Fitz, I get my casts off tomorrow. Are you going to be heading home to Olivia? Don't get me wrong, I am so thankful for your help and this time with you but you need to get back to your life son."

"I am Dad, I figured we could have dinner tomorrow then I would head home. It'll be nice to sleep in my own bed and spend some time with Liv." He smiles, he had missed her and knows he hasn't done the best job of communicating lately.

Today was the day, it was Friday and Jerry casts were off and Fitz wanted to surprise Olivia. He had dinner with his dad before packing his bag and returning to the apartment. He was surprised to find it empty. He figured Olivia was at the library studying or something but didn't think much of it. He was even more surprised to find the refrigerator nearly empty when he went to get a drink. Olivia always kept the apartment fully stocked. As he walked around he noticed nothing was out of place and looked like no one had been there in some time. He began to worry but didn't want to over react. Instead of calling Olivia he went and showered before laying in bed to watch a movie. Fitz woke up at 2am having fallen asleep watching Murder Mystery on Netflix. He was concerned to find himself alone in bed. He searched the apartment but she still wasn't there. He was officially worried. He dialed her number but there was no answer. He waited a few minutes and tried again. Nothing. Giving it one last shot, he called her again. Just as he thought he would get her voicemail again she answered.

"Hello?" Her voice full of sleep.

"Livvie! Where are you?" He asks in a panicked voice.

"I'm in bed, why?"

He was now angry, she was lying to him. "No you're not, quit lying to me"

"What are you talking about? You just woke me up?"

"Whose bed are you in Olivia? Because its not ours since thats where I have been all night waiting for you!"

"Are you kidding me? You really think I am in some else's bed? For your information I am in my bed, at my mother's. Where I have been for weeks Fitzgerald" she says in a menacing tone.

"Your mother's? Why are you at your mother's? Are you okay?" His anger immediately shifts to worry.

Taking a deep breath, she sighs "yes, everything is fine, but I am tired. I'm going back to sleep, I will see you in the morning." She didn't have the energy for a heart to heart or to drive home. "I love you Fitz, there is nothing to worry about".

"I love you too but I am worried. I will see you in the morning. Good night"

"Good night"

As soon as she hangs up, he throws himself on his bed. He is confused by why should would be at her mother's house and why she hadn't told him. He is also ashamed his mind went to her being in someone else's bed. He would make it up to her, that comment was uncalled for. He trusts her more than anyone in the world. There is nothing he can do about it tonight, so he climbs into bed and snuggles her pillow. He was so tired from the marathon he had been running for the last month that he quickly falls alseep.

When he wakes the next morning, Olivia is curled into his side fast asleep. Even though he was eager to talk to her about what was going on, hedidn't want to interrupt this moment. He had missed holding her like this. It was Saturday morning, Olivia didn't have to work as far as the knew. He pulls her in tight to his chest and kissed her head softly.

"I love you Livvie" drifting back to sleep.

AN: before I get hate reviews, THEY ARE NOT BREAKING UP, couples have rough patches. This was one of theirs :)

I'm sorry it has taken so long to update, life has been busy but I am doing my best. I hope you enjoyed! Let me know in the reviews!

I am also thinking about writing another one shot, if you have any suggestions they are welcome!