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***SVU***

6.13 Quarry

Elliot came back to precinct, when it was already dark. It didn't surprise to find the room empty, except Olivia of course, but she was also leaving. He came up from behind her and placed his right hand on her back. She looked up, but when she realized, that it's him, she continued getting her things together.

Elliot made a small talk over Biggs, who was declared dead about an hour ago, but then it died out as Olivia seemed to be touched by the subject and refused to pursuit it any further.

He sat on the edge of her table and removed his hand from her back.

„How's Dickie?" She asked without looking up.

„Handful. He's demanding cookie dough ice cream and Jackass 24/7. Reminds me so much of me, it's scary," Elliot replied.

„Didn't know you were a Jackass fan," Olivia said with a smile.

„I meant, getting what I want," Elliot elaborated on his statement.

„Not one of your most endearing qualities," Olivia said with a shrug.

She put on her coat and took a step towards the elevators, but then changed her mind and turned around to face Elliot.

„Before you had kids, you ever worry what they'd be like?" She asked.

„All the time, still do," Elliot chuckled.

„At least you and Kathy know, what you're passing on. Half my genes are drunk and the other half are violent and cruel," Olivia said and turned away once more and headed towards the elevator, she was stopped again.

„Look how great you turned out," he said genuinely. "It's not all about the genes, Liv. All you can do is love your kids," he continued.

"Good night," she said and walked away for real.

Elliot dropped his coffee on her desk and jogged after her.

"I'll walk you home," he said, when he caught up with her the moment elevator arrived.

Olivia nod as they got into the elevator. He kissed her cheek and put his hand on the small of her back.

"Liv, biology sucks. Unfortunately we can't choose our parents and the genes we get, but we make decisions, that reflect our actions and in the end it makes a difference. It's about who we choose to become, not what we were expected to become," he said softly.

Olivia nod weakly.

They walked out of the elevator and out of the precinct into the cold NYC night. She shivered at the coldness and pulled her coat tighter around her body. Elliot moved his hand from her back to her waist pulling her into him, hoping to pass on some warmth to her.

During their walk Elliot made a small talk over some random topics, such as burger or pizza or if beer is better than wine.

Shortly they arrived at her apartment building, climbed up 4 flights of stairs and finally Olivia unlocked the door letting Elliot follow her inside.

She put her coat on hanger and walked over to the kitchen corner. He followed her, when his phone vibrated and he opened to notice message from Kathy, letting him know, that Dickie is asleep. Elliot walked over to Olivia and placed his hands on her sides. She stood there quietly, letting him remove her gun and badge, placing them on the counter along with his phone, which was still in his hand.

"You want coffee or something?" Olivia asked.

"Sure," Elliot agreed.

Olivia put the coffee machine to work while Elliot looked at her movements. He came to stand behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist, holding her close. She covered his hands with hers, satisfied with the closeness.

When coffee was ready she poured it to a cup and handed it to him. Elliot sipped the hot liquid and placed it on kitchen counter.

"Liv, you look like hell," he stated after studying her face for a moment.

"You really know how to make a woman feel special," Olivia said sarcastically.

"Go to bed, I'll go back to precinct, finish my paperwork due tomorrow and then I'll come here, okay?" he said.

"Yeah," Olivia agreed.

He met Olivia's lips in a passionate kiss and hugged her tightly, before he released her and she headed towards the bedroom, already half asleep. He chuckled at the sight and continued to sip his coffee.

After finishing his cup, he peeked through the bedroom door; satisfied with seeing her fast asleep he left for precinct.

***SVU***

Elliot finished his paperwork in no time, he went to Cragen's office to turn them in, expecting it to be empty, but to his great surprise his Captain was still there.

"Cap, didn't know you were still here," Elliot said, dropping papers to Cragen's desk.

"I also didn't expect you to come here tonight. How's your son?" Cragen asked.

"Dickie is fine. I had some paperwork to finish," Elliot stated.

Cragen nod and looked at the pile of papers Elliot dumped on his desk. Then he turned to Elliot to see exhaustion written all over his features.

"I heard I missed a pretty hard case," Elliot said.

Cragen nod with sad look.

"These days all cases seem to be hard, but at least we were able to give family and friends closure they have been waiting for decades. Though Olivia seemed to take this case hard," Cragen explained.

"Made her think about his father and genetics," Elliot agreed.

"And these cases are not rare to us," Cragen said with sadness.

Elliot nod in agreement.

"I trust you take care of your partner," Cragen said to Elliot.

"I will," Elliot said confidently. He has had Olivia's back for years now and he has no plans on quitting her now.

"And go home, you look like crap," Cragen said with a hint of smile.

"I'm heading out now. I recommend you do the same," Elliot replied.

Cragen smiled weakly and nod.

Elliot left Cragen's office, grabbed his things and left the precinct. He walked through the chilly December night and just like he said ended up at Olivia's.

Without wasting any more time he sneaked into her bedroom and climbed under the covers. He came to spoon her from behind. She protested and mumbled something, but didn't wake up. It didn't take him long before he joined her in the land of dreamless sleep.

***SVU***

Olivia was first awake. She even hadn't heard, when Elliot came back, but she knew that he was there in the morning. She pushed him, so she could get out of the bed. She took a quick shower, making her feel fresh again. She got dressed and went to kitchen to make coffee and breakfast.

Satisfied, when she had 2 plates out with eggs on them along with coffee ready to go, she sneaked into the bedroom. Olivia sat on the edge of the bed, leaning in she kissed Elliot's temple, trailing kisses along his face, finally kissing his lips.

Elliot kissed her back, but didn't open his eyes. He wrapped his arms around her holding her steady. She pulled away with a smile on her face.

"Morning sleepyhead," she said.

"It is a good morning," he replied, opening his eyes.

"Breakfast is served," Olivia said, pulling away from his grip.

Elliot groaned and looked at the time – they had to get to work soon. He pulled her back to bed and in one swift movement she was trapped underneath him.

"I like this breakfast better," he said mischievously.

"El, we don't have time," she protested.

Elliot put a finger over her mouth, then replaced it with his mouth. His tongue slipping into her mouth, was all she needed to forget whatever reason there was not to do this. She got the ability to think again, when he removed his lips and started kissing her neck.

"Seriously Elliot, not now," she said again.

"Liv, right now is the perfect time," he assured her.

She got her strength and pushed him away and jumped from the bed. She left the room without looking back, leaving Elliot on bed frustrated.

He joined her over at the kitchen corner, where she was absentmindedly eating her breakfast. He joined her without saying a word.

"Cragen basically told me yesterday to take care of you," Elliot said, breaking the silence.

"Does he know?" Olivia asked with panic in her voice.

"Relax. He noticed how hard you took the case," Elliot said calmly.

"Oh, okay," Olivia said, relaxing.

They finished eating in comfortable silence.

Olivia stood up and came to stand behind Elliot, reaching out to take her gun and badge. He put his hand over her smaller one and stopped her. He stood up and wrapped his hands around her, covering her lips with his. He deepened the kiss and almost expected her to protest, but she didn't.

"We have 15 minutes," She said pulling away.

"I'll manage," he smirked and lifted her up. She wrapped her legs around his waist as he moved towards the counter, placing her on it. As their hands moved to undress each other, Elliot pulled his mouth from her neck and looked at her for a moment.

"Told you I get what I want," he grinned.

"Ah, shut up," she said and pulling his lips to hers once again. She could be pissed about his confidence later, but at this moment she wanted that as much as he did. Maybe she could find a way to make him believe, that it was her idea… but she'll think about it later.