"Fitz, runaway with me, I love you," she had him hand and started to kiss him.

'Whatever you want Livy, just tell me and I'll do it. " He picked her up and spun her around, then they kissed the most passionate kiss. They walked on the beach hand and hand.

Fitz woke up from that dream and realized he needed a cold shower to calm down before anyone saw him. It was early and the way everyone else drank he figured he had time. He let the cold water run over him and tried to keep his mind off Olivia. He got out of the shower and threw on clean boxers and walked into an empty living room, then he saw Olivia's door was open and she wasn't in bed.

Unbeknowst to Fitz she had been sitting there admiring him. His hair was wet and curly, and she already knew how tight his body was, but seeing him in only a tight pair of boxer briefs, revealed much more than swmming trunks. "Don't you own shirts?" she said in her smartass tone startling him.

"As if you don't like it," he smiled at her.

"Go get dressed we can take a walk."

He was glad she was the only one awake and we could spend a little more time together, her boyfriend was coming home tonight and we might not have that time after today.

" Come on, there's a little place down here that I like to go for breakfast. I figured you would be hungry and we only have old cereal."

Olivia had plan to take him to her secret spot for breakfast. It was a favorite little family diner and her and father and her would go here together. They had a special bond both being so much alike and this was one of their little secrets they had for when Liv would wake up for early runs and he would leave for an early surgery. She had never shared this secret spot with anyone else, but yet she was here with Fitz. She had brought Brody to the beach house but never thought he'd appreciate the warmth of the diner, he would think it was loud and run down. However, Olivia appreciated the nostalgia loving the cute shabby chic look. Besides it had the best french toast.

She wondered if he'd mention anything about what she said when he put her in bed last night. She wanted more than anything for him to stay and hold her as she slept, but knew it would create more problems and she didn't want him to have to deal with that. She enjoyed talking to him and sitting there last night, he was so interesting and had a unique view on things. Brody only knew football, they never talk music, books, politics, he just didn't care to hear her opinion. The more she was around Fitz she realized the mistake it was to be with Brody, and how the only thing they did have in common was physical attraction. They walked in silence for awhile, he just wanted to be near him right now, they didn't need to talk and she believed they both knew that.

"I meant what I said last night Fitz, it wasn't just the wine I want to break up with Brody.. but I also don't want someone getting hurt."

He shook his head and kept walking looking straight ahead.

She grabbed his hand and stopped him "You don't know Brody, his family is powerful and can pull strings. If he did something to you or hurt you, I'd never forgive myself."

He sighed, turning away from her and crossing his arms over his chest "That sounds like something my mother would say. She tried to protect me and it hurt me even worse. You don't have to protect me Olivia, I'm a big boy. Plus I know someone just like him, he'll get what is coming to him." He cupped her cheek and went for it, he kissed her and she kissed him back threading her hand through his hair.

He rested his forehead against hers, "I meant what I said, I won't stop fighting for you."

She took his hand and they walked in silence until they arrived at the diner. It was a tiny place overlooking the beach, if you didn't know it was there you'd miss it. They took a seat out on the deck so they could overlook the ocean as the sun was slowly rising.

Fitz ordered enough to feed an army, and Olivia gave him a questionable look. She didn't understand someone who was so incredibly fit could eat such a large amount of food and still look as good as he did. His order consisted of an omelet, homefries, two slices of french toast, bacon, two glasses of orange juice and coffee which took up most of the table, she barely had room for my french toast and bacon.

"What? I had a long week I need to refuel and that crap you fed me on the boardwalk barely didn't do anything," he tried to justify the need for all the food, "besides you keep picking my omelet so it's like I'm eating half an omelet!"

She shook her head before asking him "Do you have a breakfast spot in California?"

"I like to surf early in the morning and there's a little stand on the beach, they have the best breakfast burritos," his smile grew, "Maybe someday I'll take you there," he reached across the table took her hand.

"I'd like that, although I don't know about surfing."

"I'll teach you."

He let go of her hand so they could finish eating. They continued to share their likes, dislikes and the intricacies of both of their personalities. Although Olivia insisted on paying for his birthday there was Fitz was going to let that happen. As they left she felt sadness wash over her, knowing she'd be leaving Fitz soon, and have to see Brody. She knew what the decision needed to make a was and Brody might be on the losing end, but how could she do it without him retaliating? She couldn't let Fitz get hurt because of her. He spoke and broke me out of my thoughts.

"Livy, don't go with him tonight, stay and hang out with me, we can do whatever you want. I'll take you on a real date," he felt like he was begging, but he knew deep down the way she felt.

"Fitz, I don't know what to do. I want you, but he is going to show up no matter what I tell him. I just need the time to end it, I won't let him hurt you. Just let me handle this tonight."

She couldn't read his face, she wasn't sure if it was sadness or anger he was displaying. But

Brody had already texted her that he was back and would see pick up her later tonight. Even if she told him no he would still come over and cause a scene, the last thing she wanted was a confrontation, it would ruin Fitz first day of football.

They walked the rest of the way in silence and when they returned, everyone else was already awake. Jackson looked rough and asked if someone else would drive us home. Liv laughed and shook her head, knowing her brother never did know his limits on things. Fitz sat up front and they listened to the classic rock mix she made him. Their conversation was light, although she may have hurt him, he wouldn't let her know it. He knew she wasn't trying to, but he didn't need her to protect and handle him. He could deal with things on his on, as he always had in life.

They pulled into the house and started to unload things. Maya came outside to informed them she had made lunch for since Fitz parents had to go get something for his birthday. She also made Fitz birthday cupcakes. The educator in her always made sure that everyone had cupcakes for their birthday. Fitz smiled, not used to all the attention for his birthday because he never experienced this when he was in California with his father.

After they ate and sang happy birthday, which embarressed Fitz, they decided to swim. That was everyone except Jackson, who was feeling the effects of the previous night so he laid in the shade while the other three hung out in the pool. Fitz was a little more cautious around Liv, no being quite as handsy as before. She worried she may have pushed him away, but she couldn't help it.

A hunter green jeep wrangler pulled into Fitz' driveway. Fitz jumped out of the pool to see who it was and everyone followed. Edward hopped out of the jeep and threw Fitz a set of keys. "Happy Birthday, we thought you'd need a ride for school and couldn't always rely on Jackson. It's not brand new like what you had in California, but it is still pretty nice."

Fitz smiled from ear to ear and he walked over to hug his mother and Edward. He thanked them then asked if we wanted to go for a ride. I looked at my phone and saw a message from Brody, See ya in an hour or so

"Don't come."She hit send and ran inside and to change. Marisa and Live let Jackson jump up front. They rode with the top down and enjoyed the wind in our hair. She was so glad for Fitz, he really did deserve something nice and this was a cool ride. Jackson showed him where the best icecream place was and Liv rode up front with him on the way back. They were about two blocks from the house when her phone went off and she answered it.

Olivia, where are you? I've beeped twice and you're still not out?

I told you not to come.

I can't believe you, I haven't seen you in two weeks and you're going to make me wait.

Fine Brody, but we need to talk. I'm with my brother and friends, we'll be there in five minutes.

Whatever.

He hung up on her and she looked at Fitz who had his jaw clenched and eyes focused straight heard Brody and wasn't happy. As they pulled in and Brody was sitting in his red mustang.. Fitz came around to help Olivia out, although he wanted to kiss her and claim her as his own, he respected her wishes of being able to handle it.

"Here's your last chance to run," he smiled. "Listen Livy, if you need anything don't hesitate to call me and I'll be right there, it doesn't matter what time, ok?"