Disclaimer: Well, I opened all my birthday gifts and sadly…they weren't there. So I guess I still only own Jake and Luke and AJ…:(

A/N: I know I have been neglecting this story, but I have been busy with the holidays and my birthday and the start of a weird Winter Term here in college…so I apologize and I hope this is okay…Shout Outs go to Rach as always!!! Thanks for the birthday fic girl!!!!

Welcome Back

The next week had the family visiting the squad and Casey.

It was a Monday and the world of sex crimes was a slow one. Munch and Fin were sitting at their desks arguing over something or the other and the other detectives in the squad looked to be waist deep in paperwork. The detectives doing paperwork stopped suddenly when the bickering between Munch and Fin stopped. They looked up to see what had the pair uncharacteristically silent.

Munch was sitting looking at the door to the bullpen with a happy look on his face and Fin was mirroring his actions quite well. The door to the bullpen closed behind the group that had entered and suddenly Munch and Fin had life again. They sprung from their chairs and immediately took the group into many hugs.

"It is so good to see you guys!" Munch told the family.

"We are so glad to be back in New York," Elliot told the partners.

It was then when the door to Cragen's office opened and the man himself stepped out. He looked to see what the commotion was about and smiled when he saw the family in the middle of the bullpen. He walked over to them and immediately took his 'grandchildren' into a giant hug. Even though Munch and Fin had been to St. Louis and seen them, Cragen hadn't had the chance. He was so taken back at how big everyone was getting and how mature Jake looked.

"Hey guys!" Don said.

"Hey Grandpa Don," Luke said excitedly.

"What are you guys doing here? Hey Liv, El Welcome back!"

"Thanks Cap. It's good to be back. You have no idea!" Elliot joked.

"I can imagine. Are you here for good?"

"Yup!"

"That's great!"

"Now, I hate to be the barer of bad new but I came out here for a reason. John, Fin, since Mark and Taylor are out on an interview, I need you two to go down to 5th and Broadway. Girl was found," he said vaguely, keenly aware of the young ears in the room.

"Yes, sir," they said in unison.

John turned back to Liv and El, "Why don't you guys come over for dinner tonight? You can catch up with Case and finally meet AJ."

The two looked at each other and had one of their famous silent conversations. Olivia finally turned back to John, "Sure. What time?"

John smirked, "How about 8? That will give us time to process this scene and for me to call Case and tell her yall are coming."

"Okay. Are you still in the same apartment?"

"Yeah. We moved into Casey's apartment because it was bigger. You remember where it is?"

"Yup. See ya at 8."

"Bye." Munch and Fin turned and went out the door to process yet another scene.

Elliot handed Jake and Luke a twenty and told them to go across the street to the diner and get some food while he and Liv talked to Cragen. The boys took the money and told their parents that they would wait at the diner for them. They hugged Don once again and left the squadroom.

"So, what's up?" Don asked.

"We just wanted to talk. Can we use your office?"

"Sure. Follow me."

Don led his former detectives to his office. He took a seat in his nice leather chair and motioned for the two to sit in the uncomfortable wooden ones across from him. Liv and El sat down and clasped hands. Their joined hands found their way into Elliot's lap as they got as comfortable as possible.

"So…what did you need?" Don asked again.

"We were wondering if there was anyway we could maybe get our jobs back…" Elliot said quietly.

Don smiled, "I was hoping you would ask. Mark and Taylor have been here five years each. They replaced Olivia and her last partner after you left. I have seen the last few cases really get to the two of them and I think they might want out. I will talk to them and find out. If not, then we will find some room for the two of you. You guys are two of the best detectives I have ever had the pleasure of working with."

The couple smiled, "Thanks Don. That really means a lot to us," Olivia said.

"The only thing I need is for Elliot to be officially alive in the eyes of the state again and for the department to be willing to take him back. Then I need transfer papers from you, Liv and we will be all set."

They nodded and stood up, "Thanks again Don. We really appreciate it," Elliot said as they started to make their way out of the office.

"No problem."

Liv and El hugged Don once again and made their way out of the precinct and across the street to pick up their boys.

The rest of the afternoon was filled with a trip to the courthouse to get started in the process of 'raising Elliot from the dead.' He signed all the necessary papers and made all the proper phone calls. Everything was in order and once the paperwork was processed he would receive his new social security card and other documents to make everything official.

7:45 that Night

"Boys! Let's Go! We are going to be late!" Elliot called into the back hallway of their new apartment.

Two doors finally opened and Jake and Luke walked out ready to go. The family made their way out of the apartment and the building. They walked the seven blocks to Casey's apartment hit the button to be buzzed in. When the door unlocked they made their way to the third floor and knocked on the door.

Almost immediately the door was opened to reveal a very excited Casey. She jumped forward and pulled Olivia into a giant hug. She then hugged Elliot and the boys. After hugs and hellos were exchanged, she ushered them into the apartment.

"AJ honey, come here baby," Casey called toward the back of the apartment. A few minutes later, a cute little three year old made her way into the living room and to her mother. Casey picked up her daughter and introduced her to the family. "AJ, this is Aunty Olivia, Uncle Elliot, Jake and Luke. Everyone, this is my daughter Alexandra Johana, or AJ."

Olivia smiled at the little girl, "Hi there. You look just like a red headed version of your daddy."

Elliot smirked, "Yeah, and that might not be a good thing."

"Hey! I resent that!" John called. He had just made his way into the apartment and was in time to hear what Elliot had said.

Elliot laughed, "I was only kidding John. She is very beautiful."

"Daddy!" AJ called and wiggled to get free from her mother's grasp. Casey put her down and AJ ran to John. John scooped up the little girl and gave her a big kiss on the cheek.

"Hey AJ Angel, how are you?"

"Good! Daddy, do you know Aunty Wivia and Uncle Elwiot? And Jake and Wuke?"

John smiled, "I do! They are old friends of mine and mommy's. They used to work with us and Uncle Fin and Grandpa Don before they moved far away."

The little girl nodded and looked at the family again. She smiled shyly and looked at Olivia, "Hi!" she said quietly and waved.

Olivia smiled and waved back. John handed AJ to Jake and said, "AJ, why don't you take Jake and Luke to your room and show them your toys? Then maybe you can find a movie to watch before we eat."

She nodded, "Okay daddy!"

Jake, Luke and AJ made their way down the hall and disappeared into a room on the left side.

The four adults sat down at the kitchen table and talked for what seemed like an hour before the timer on the oven went off. Casey got up and took the lasagna out of the oven and set it on the table while John got plates and utensils for everyone. Drinks were handed out and the children were called to the table.

After dinner, Luke fell asleep on the couch and AJ went to bed. Elliot took Luke and put him in the guest bedroom so they wouldn't wake him. He came back and took a seat in the oversized chair sitting to the right of the couch. Olivia came over and made herself comfortable on his lap. John and Casey were curled up on the couch and Jake sat in the brown leather recliner. They were engaged in watching the movie "Twelve Monkeys" and trying to make sense of the storyline.

Half way through the movie Olivia turned her head to look at Elliot.

"El, that detective right there looks like you sorta. Don't ya think?"

Elliot, John and Casey looked at the screen closer.

"You're right Liv, he does look like Elliot a little, but don't worry El, you are much cuter," Casey assured him.

Elliot shook his head, "Thanks…I guess. I can't believe you guys even saw that. I thought you would be too entranced in watching Bruce Willis and Brad Pitt."

"We were, but neither of them were in that particular scene," Olivia told him, like it was the most obvious thing in the world.

"Oh, okay."

They sat back and watched the rest of the movie. After it was over, Elliot went to retrieve Luke from the guest room and Olivia woke Jake from where the 16 year old had fallen asleep in the recliner sometime during the movie.

Hugs and goodbyes and promises to hang out again soon were exchanged and the Stabler family made their way out of the apartment. Elliot held a sleeping Luke the entire walk back and Olivia tried to make sure to keep up with him while trying to keep Jake with her. Once they reached their apartment, Jake went to his room, changed clothes and went to sleep. Elliot took Luke into his bedroom, removed the boy's shoes, socks and pants and put him in bed.

When Elliot walked into the master bedroom, he found Olivia already curled up on her side of the bed. Elliot went to the bathroom, brushed his teeth, stripped down to his boxers and got in next to her. He curled his body around hers and put his arm around her waist.

Elliot gave Olivia a small kiss on the neck, "I love you."

Olivia smiled, "I love you too." She picked up his hand from her stomach and kissed his palm. She put his hand back to where it was and kept her fingers locked with his.

"Good night my love," Elliot said quietly and affirmed with a kiss on Olivia's cheek.

"G'night baby," she answered and turned her head a little to give him a return kiss.

The couple adjusted themselves to fit together even more perfectly and finally drifted off to sleep with the image of the other dancing in their heads.

A/N2: Quick note – "Twelve Monkeys" is an actual movie that stars Bruce Willis and Brad Pitt. Christopher Meloni is in the movie as a detective. He only has a combined five to eight minute part, but he is there!! It is a weird, yet good movie. I encourage everyone to watch it. It is played on USA sometimes.