Hey guys, sorry I didn't post this yesterday, My wife and I were visiting my parents, it was my dad's 70th a few days ago so we took him and my mum and two of our nephews out to dinner.

Anyway, thanks for the reviews, I wish I knew whether the guest reviewers were the same people, or not, would be helpful if you signed each review, but anyhow, I hope you enjoy the date

Friday came all too soon, Alex had almost forgotten about the date with the brunette, but a text that morning had reminded her, realising she hadn't responded to Olivia's text earlier in the week.

Alex didn't know what to wear, in fact, she had thought about cancelling but realised that Olivia had promised to make an effort and felt she had to let her try. She was nervous, incredibly so and hoped that she wouldn't make a fool of herself in front of the older woman.

Deciding on a light blue chiffon dress, Alex checked her reflection one last time before opening the door, not wanting to leave the brunette waiting a moment longer

She visibly swallowed as she took in the sight before her, Olivia was wearing a sleek black dress, the hem falling just above her knees, her make-up was applied with precision and her hair tied up, strands of brunette hair framing her face

"Hey Alex"

Alex took the solitary red rose being offered to her and inhaled its scent, a smile creeping onto her lips at the romantic gesture "You look…wow Liv"

The brunette chuckled, her hand smoothing over the fabric "You like?"

"I certainly do, you look stunning"

Olivia blushed, a small smile gracing her lips "Thank you. You look beautiful Alex. You ready?"

Alex nodded with a smile, stepping out into the hallway and locking the door behind her. As they entered the elevator Alex's hand brushed the brunette's waist, both women jumping at the contact and mumbling their apologies

Olivia chuckled at the awkwardness, a silence filling the air

Alex was the first to break the tension as they made there way to the brunette's car "So, Italian?"

"Yeah I realised I didn't know what you liked, i was going to text and ask but I didn't want to point it out you know, and then I thought maybe you had allergies, or was a vegetarian, and..."

"Breathe" Alex commanded "Italian was a good choice"

Olivia nodded as she settled into the drivers seat "Sorry, just nervous"

Alex smiled "It's ok. I eat pretty much anything, I don't have any allergies and I like meat too much to be vegetarian, although I'm not keen on Sushi"

"Sushi's yum" the brunette replied, grateful that Alex had offered the information

Alex grimaced, "It's like a cruddy vagina" she replied causing Olivia to laugh, tension leaving her body

"So, how far is this place?"

"Not far" the brunette replied as she concentrated on the road ahead "Once I'd decided on Italian, i wanted to go somewhere a little quieter, somewhere new"

Alex nodded in understanding, her lips curling at the edges, as Olivia reached across to take her hand in her own

Although the brunette had said that the restaurant wasn't far, Alex felt as if they'd driven forever before pulling up outside a small building, the brunette exciting the car and opening the passenger door for the blonde

They were seated at the table quickly, the waiter taking there drink orders and Alex eyed the brunette who seemed to be in her own world

"You okay Liv?" she asked

Olivia nodded, a small smile appearing as she focused on the blonde "Yeah, I'm just nervous, I don't know why"

Alex nodded in understanding her hand stretching across the table to still Olivia's tapping fingers "Hey, it's okay, I'm nervous too"

Olivia sighed, her fingers coming to a stop "It's silly, I've known you for so long Alex, but this is all so new, I don't know what to say"

Alex nodded "I know what you mean, this is new for us both but just be yourself Liv, relax, okay?"

Both women ordered, Alex choosing the prawn and bacon linguine, while Olivia finally decided on the ravioli and meatballs. They ate, the conversation between them flowing much more easily now they'd addressed the awkwardness. Olivia had relaxed, the wine she was drinking had obviously settled her nerves and Alex felt the connection between them returning, she loved being around Olivia and the brunette was obviously serious about them giving a proper relationship a go.

Alex knew it would take time; she was pleased that they'd found their rhythm again, the atmosphere no longer awkward although an underlying sexual tension was evident.

"I'm sorry tonight's been weird" Olivia said as they arrived at Alex's apartment door "I think I was just nervous"

Alex nodded "This is new for both of us Liv, yeah it was awkward at times but I don't think that's a bad thing"

"We've not really talked properly since you were in high school" Olivia mused before continuing hurriedly "And I know that's my fault, I just…you do things to me Alex"

Alex chuckled as she unlocked the front door "Relax Olivia, but I know what you mean, there's always some sexual tension lingering between us"

Olivia nodded as she stepped forward, her hands lacing with the blonde's as lips met in a soft kiss.

Alex smiled as she pulled away, before furrowing her brows "Liv"

"You can't deny the tension Alex, you said yourself it's there"

Alex nodded "It is Liv, and god knows how badly I wan't to but we can't"

"Even if I promised to be there in the morning"

Ales nodded, she wanted so badly to give in, but she knew she couldn't, they had to take this slow

"Even if you promised Liv, I don't know if I could trust that you wouldn't freak out"

Olivia knew the blonde was right, she herself didn't know whether she would be able to stay, whether her nerves or past would win "I know Alex"

Alex took the brunette's hands in her own, squeezing gently as she asked "Would you like to come over tomorrow, watch a movie or something?"

"I'd really like that" Olivia replied

"Tomorrow then, about six?"

"Looking forward to it" Olivia replied in agreement before asking "Can I kiss you goodbye?"

Alex nodded, there lips meeting in a chaste kiss before Olivia stepped back

"Bye Alex"

"See you tomorrow Liv"

As the door closed after the brunette a smile lingered on both of their lips, maybe everything would finally fall into place, maybe they would get there happy ever after