Here we go...not exactly the most reveiling of chapters. But I'm getting there. Soon...I promise.

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Chapter 19

As morning light filtered into the bedroom, Olivia and Brady were wrapped up in each other's arms. From years on the force, Olivia was the first to wake and take in her surroundings. Her arms were wrapped tight around Brady's sleeping form. And again, she heard the soft snores coming from her. Olivia smiled; she couldn't image such a sound coming from such a small woman. Her smile grew wider as her mind drifted back to the night before. The things that Brady made her feel last night went beyond anything Olivia had ever experienced. Just as quickly Liv's smile faded.

How the hell am I going to tell her I'm Mackenzie's sister? It's not exactly a great conversation starter…thought Olivia. Closing her eyes and pinching the bridge of her nose, Liv sighed. There was no way to avoid Brady getting hurt in the end. How'd I get into this mess? Snapped out of her thoughts, Olivia quickly turned her attention to the woman stirring beside her.

"Mmmm…what's wrong?" said a sleepy voice. Brady stretched then made herself more comfortable and snuggled closer to Liv.

"Why do you say that?" Olivia kissed the top of her head then reached under the covers and caressed Brady's bare stomach hoping to distract her.

Gasping slightly, Brady climbed up Olivia's body and kissed her softly on the lips then said in a lazy voice.

"You tensed up. I felt it." Brady said as she rested her head in the crook of Olivia's shoulder. She gently weaved her fingers through Liv's short hair. Seeing the guilty look on Olivia's face, Brady knew it had to be something very serious.

"What is it?" She desperately wanted to help Liv with whatever it was that was eating her love inside. She hated the thought of Olivia going through it alone.

Just tell her damn it! Tell her! Olivia's mind screamed. Instead, Liv leaned in and kissed her. The kiss started out innocent but soon it escalated and Brady found herself being pushed down onto the bed.

"You know…mmmm…this conversation…isn't…over," Brady said in between kisses. Olivia just nodded and continued her assault on Brady's lips. Kissing the corner of her mouth then making her way down to her throat, Olivia was like a possessed woman desperate to make herself forget. Brady knew what Liv was trying to do and although she wasn't happy about it, she was willing to help Olivia any way she could, including getting 'distracted' at a moments notice.

Brady and Olivia were lost in the feel of each other's arms. They didn't hear the bedroom door open or heard bare feet on the floor. Only when Brady turned her head to the side did she come face to face with…

"ALEX!" she said with a screech. Brady dived under the covers leaving Olivia barely covered. Liv did her best to cover herself and looked sheepishly at the little boy.

"Uh…hey bud. What are you doing up so early." Liv said shakily. Feeling the blush creeping up her neck, Olivia cleared her throat. I've stared down a barrel of a gun before…I can handle this…no problem thought Liv.

Seeing the little boy's head peer over the bed made Olivia smile.

"I was hungry." He stated simply. Olivia leaned forward as far as she could and studied Alex. He had on his super hero pj's and he clutched the bear that Brady had given to him last night. His hair was sticking up in all directions.

"Ok bud. How about I get you some breakfast?" The boy nodded.

"Ok kiddo. Why don't you just wait outside? You can watch some TV if you want."

"Ok. What's a matter with Brady?"

"Oh…uh…I think you just surprised her a bit." Smiling at Alex, Olivia could only imagine what Brady thought.

"Oh…I'm sorry," Alex said with sad eyes. Then came muffled reply from under the covers.

"That's ok." Olivia couldn't help but laugh, which made Alex laugh. He wasn't sure what was funny but it felt good to finally laugh at something.

"See you later Livie," Alex said as he turned to run out the door.

"Don't forget to close the door!" Running back and placing the bear gently on the ground, Alex stepped up on tip toe and closed the door. Hearing the click, Brady lifted the covers off her head and covered her face with her hands.

"Oh my god…we've scared him for life." Olivia couldn't help laugh again.

"This isn't funny!" This only made Liv laugh even harder. Seeing the look on Brady's face, Liv stopped laughing.

"Ok, ok…I'm sorry. But that was kinda funny how you dived under there." Getting up from the bed, Olivia gathered up her cloths and struggled back into them. Heading for the bathroom, Liv didn't see the pillow until it hit her in the head.

"Hey!" Turning around, she saw Brady covering her face but saw the smile in between her fingers. Smiling mischievously, Olivia picked up the pillow and slowly made her way back to the bed.

Eyes widening as she realized what was happening, Brady scrambled across the bed. She let out a shriek as she felt herself being dragged across it and felt the bed give way with Liv's weight.

Climbing on top of Brady's naked form, Olivia's smile only widened.

"Shhh…you wouldn't Alex busting in her again." Olivia lowered her head in a steamy kiss that left Brady breathless. Rolling over and hopping off the bed, Liv sauntered into the bathroom and washed her face.

Oh…she is so dead Brady thought. With a playful smile on her lips, Brady made her way to the bathroom and snuck up behind Liv. With one hand snaking around Olivia's waist and the other shutting the door. Liv turned around in surprise.

"Hey!" was all she could manage as Brady's hands found their way under her shirt.

It was 15 minutes later when Olivia finally emerged from the bedroom with a satisfied grin plastered on her face.

Alex glanced up briefly and studied Liv for a second then turned his attention back to the TV screen. She looks just like her…weird, Alex thought. Clearing her throat, Olivia sat down beside the boy.

"So you want some breakfast now?" Still looking at the TV, Alex nodded. Getting up, Liv wandered into the kitchen. She started looking in different cupboards to find what was where. Alex made his way to where Olivia was.

"Cap'n Crunch is on the top shelf."

Glancing down at Alex, Liv smiled and ruffled the boy's hair.

"Thanks. And the bowls are…?"

"On that side..." Alex pointed and made his way to the kitchen stool. Olivia helped him up and got two bowls and the milk out and went to get the cereal when Alex's voice stopped her.

"You look like Mack…" Olivia stared at Alex. He stared at her with eyes that were much too old for a 4 year old and much too perceptive.

Taking a slow breath she calmed her racing nerves. You have no idea kid…Liv thought.

"Why do you say that?" she asked nervously. If Alex could see the resemblance, Olivia wondered if Brady saw it as well.

Alex grabbed the cereal box and did his best to pour the contents into the small bowl. Instead, half the box ended up all over the counter. Looking at the mess he made, Alex just shrugged and made an attempt with the milk.

Olivia sprung into action and grabbed the milk before he was able to pour it himself.

"Let me help you with that, kiddo. So…you think I look like Mack, huh?" Olivia tried again. She began to clean up the mess while nervously glancing at both Alex and the bedroom door where Brady was. Please don't come out of there yet…

Nodding Alex shoved a spoon full of cereal into his mouth. After swallowing the contents in his mouth, Alex explained.

"You have the same eyes. And when you think no one is looking, you get this look on your face when you see the kids playing." He again shoved more cereal into his mouth.

Olivia didn't realize how much of the same facial features she had with Mack. Christ…I'm surprised Brady hasn't said anything about that…Liv thought.

"What look is that?"

Alex attempted to speak with his mouth full, "like this…" he then scrunched up his face which made Olivia laugh. Just then Brady came out of the room; obviously she had taken a shower.

"What are you two laughing about?" Brady asked as she was drying her hair.

"Uh…Alex was showing me Mack's 'thinking' look."

"She's got a lot more. Alex can do a pretty neat impression of Mack." Smiling she made her way to where Olivia was standing and reached up and kissed her on the cheek. It felt natural as if they had been together for ages. She then kissed the top of Alex's head then ruffled his hair.

"Alright, here's the game plan for today. We'll make a quick stop at the centre just to let them know that you're here and you'll need to take a quick bath while we're there…"

"Awwww…do I have too?" protested Alex. Brady gave him a loving but stern look.

"Now Alex, you want to look and smell good for her don't you?"

Sighing in defeat, Alex just nodded silently.

"Don't you worry kid. I've got to stop by place and take a shower myself. I'm starting to smell a little funky." This made Alex laugh.

Brady glanced at Liv and rolled her eyes and shook her head.

"What's next on the list?"

"Well, I was thinking of visiting Mack for most of the day. Does that work for you?"

"Not a problem. How about I drop you off at the centre then I'll swing by my place, do what I need to do there then I pick you two up then we head for the hospital. That sounds good? Maybe we can stop by the park or something. Give the kid a bit of fresh air...maybe burn off some energy."

"Perfect." Then leaning into Liv, Brady kissed Olivia on the lips.

"Ewwww!"

Turning to the little boy, both women laughed then Liv swooped him up in her arms and tickled him. Brady joined in and all three went tumbling to the ground in a heap of laughter.