Oh the weather outside is frightful
But the fire is so delightful
Since we've no place to go
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow
Elliot peaked through the curtain over the window, and looked out at the night. Heavy flurries of snow fell from the sky, blanketing the city in white. The street below was as vacant as he had ever seen it… no cars, and especially no people.
A pair of arms wrapped around his midsection, and he smiled, turning towards the woman behind him.
"How is it out there?" She asked.
He leaned down, and pressed a gentle kiss to her lips. "Still pretty bad."
Olivia grabbed his hand, and gently guided him away from the window. "Well, I didn't buy this fireplace for nothing. C'mon, sit with me."
Elliot wrapped his arm around her shoulder as they plopped onto the couch together. Her apartment was more decorated than he had seen it in the past eight years he's known her; she bought an electric fireplace and pinned a string of lights around it, and placed red candles on the top. There was a wreath above it, and she even got and decorated a Christmas tree. He'd helped her out with that one; they went out together to buy a set of ornaments and colorful Christmas lights.
The paper from the gifts they'd exchanged sat forgotten on the coffee table. He wore the new watch she bought him, and she the garnet earrings (garnet was her birthstone). Both of them agreed they wouldn't exchange any pricey gifts (especially Elliot, who had four children to buy for), but, of course, neither could resist.
Man, it doesn't show signs of stopping
And I've brought some corn for popping
The lights are turned way down low
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow
"I don't think it's going to stop anytime soon." He said, dropping his head against hers as she rested it on his shoulder. "Looks like you're stuck with me."
"Just the way I like it." She answered.
He guided her chin upward so he could look her in the eye, and smiled. Their lips touched once more. It grew passionate quickly; he nibbled at her bottom lip, and then ran his tongue along it, almost asking her for permission. She granted it.
They ended up in her bedroom in a moment, laying on the mattress. She felt his hands working at the buttons on her blouse, and she welcomed it, reaching for his own dress shirt. His skin was soft and warm when she finally got the shirt off. She spent a moment running her fingers along his well-defined chest and stomach before reaching for his belt.
Goosebumps sprouted on her skin as he caressed her side. No matter where they were, she absolutely loved his hands on her bare skin. They made her feel warm, safe, and most of all, loved. He wasn't shy about displaying his feelings for her, and sometimes, it brought tears to her eyes. She never thought she would have someone that loved her this much, or that was completely devoted to her, but she had hit the jackpot with him. He was everything she wanted and more.
When we finally kiss goodnight
How I'll hate going out in a storm
But if you really hold me tight
All the way home I'll be warm
The next time Elliot looked through the window, the snow had stopped and plows were cleaning up the roads. They would be clear to drive on in no time. He returned to the warmth of her bed, and her arm immediately wrapped around him. "You're not leaving me, are you?"
He sighed, pulling her close. "Not yet. But I have to soon."
He wanted nothing more than to curl up with her under the blanket and not move for the rest of the night, but he knew that it wasn't possible. It was nearing quarter to nine, and Kathy would be dropping his children off at his apartment around nine forty-five. They were at her family's annual Christmas Eve party, and then Elliot would have them for the rest of the evening and Christmas morning.
They had been dating for months now, but he still wasn't ready to tell his children that there was another woman in his life, especially when the woman was someone they had known for a long time. Olivia respected that.
"They'll know this time next year." He mumbled into her ear. "I promise."
She held him tight, and kissed him once more. "No rush. I understand, El."
And the fire is slowly dying
And my dear we're still goodbying
But as long as you love me so
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow
She watched him as he dressed, still wrapped up under her warm blanket. He finished buttoning his shirt, turned towards her, and smiled, approaching the bed. His hand came down on her cheek. Love swelled in his chest; he'd never felt anything like this for anyone else. He loved her more than life itself.
He leaned down, and gave her a sweet kiss. "You're coming tomorrow, right?"
She nodded. "I'll see you around eleven."
"Good." He whispered, resting his forehead against hers for a moment. "I'll miss you."
"I'll miss you too, El." She answered. "Goodnight."
When we finally kiss goodnight
How I'll hate going out in a storm
But if you really hold me tight
All the way home I'll be warm
A/N: Thanks for reading. I know this was short, but I wanted to just give a quick, fluffy little one-shot. Hope you enjoyed. Please leave a comment with what you thought!