A/N: See Chapter 1 for disclaimer. Thanks for your reviews! I really appreciate it. Hope you enjoy reading part 2!

Part 2

The next day Alexandra sat in her office working through a high pile of paperwork. She thought about the last evening and contemplated what Danielle told her. She knew that she wanted to act on her feelings for Olivia, but she was afraid of being rejected. Just as she took off her glasses to rub her eyes. Someone knocked on her door.

"Come in."

Detective Olivia Benson opened the door to the ADA's office slowly.

"Morning Alex."

"Good Morning Olivia. What can I do for you?"

"Just wanted to ask, if you are free for lunch."

Olivia sat down in one of the visitors chairs across from Alex.

"Sure."

"Good." Olivia let her gaze wander. "How are you?"

"Fine. You?" Alex searched Olivia's eyes for any signs of affection. But all she found was calmness and a friendly interest. "You seemed to be a little distraught last night."

"Well, sorry. I just thought we could have talked a little. Have a drink or something."

Olivia started fighting. She had hoped Alex wouldn't mention last night. But she should have known better.

"Then I am the one, who should be sorry."

At that Olivia looked up, surprised.

"Don't get me wrong, Liv. I had a nice dinner with a college friend but I really would have liked to spent some time with you."

"Maybe we talk a little more about that at lunch?" Olivia stood up. "I come and get you at twelve."

"Until then, detective." Alex smiled.

Olivia made it home some time after midnight. She sank on her couch and sighed. It had been a long and hard day. Just as she got to Alex's office, Elliot called her to a crime scene. So she canceled lunch and went to work. Now she just wanted to shower and get some sleep. At last so she could dream of Alex.

On Saturday Danielle called Alex to find out, if her friend had been able to meet the detective.

"Cabot."

"Hey Alex, Danny here."

"Hey!"

"What's up? You sound defeated. No chance to jump on your detective?" Danielle leaned grinning on her car, waiting that her girlfriend finished shopping in a rather fancy boutique.

"She is not my detective." Alex sighed. "And no, we didn't get together. She asked me for lunch, but had to cancel because of a new case. That was to days ago."

"Well, that doesn't sound good. Any chance to get her out over the weekend?"

"I don't think so. As much as I know, she is on call. So, if something happens she has to be there. And I really don't want to be left in the middle of dinner." Alex walked to the windows in her living room and looked down on New York's streets. It was as busy as always and she wished she could just take off a few days and spent them with Olivia. Anywhere far enough from all the work and trouble. Just the two of them.

"Alex, you still there?" Danny sounded a little irritated.

"Yeah, was just thinking." Alex took a deep breath.

"What about, Darling?"

"How nice it would be to take Olivia for a trip."

"Yeah, sounds great to me. But maybe it would be better to have at least one date before you take her on vacation. Call her, Alex. Even if it only is to hear her voice."

"I can't..."
"Then text her. A little nice text to improve her day."

"Since when are you a romantic, Danny?"

"Spare me your sarcasm. I want to help you. Do it, sweety. Go for it and then give me a call."

She could imagine Danielle's grin.

"I try. Your girlfriend done with shopping?"

"Yep. And she has more bags than she can carry. I have to go now. And, Alex, think about it. One of you has to make the first move."

Alex sighed again.

"I know. You are right. Say "hi" to Lena. And have a nice weekend."

"You too. And call me if you need anything. Bye Alex."

"Bye." Alex pressed the end call button and threw her cellphone on the couch. She was frustrated and needed to do something. So she decided to take a run at the park. That always helped her clear her mind.

"Hey Benson, all by yourself tonight?"

"Looks like it, Rick." Olivia sat in a less frequented corner at O'Malleys and tried to relax. She didn't want to talk to anyone, but that didn't disturb Rick Murray in the least.

"Do you want some nice company?" he asked as he slipped on the bench opposite her.

"Well, do you know anyone nice in here?"

"Whoa, don't bite my head off. I was just polite." he held up his hands in defense.

"Sorry, but I would rather be alone." Olivia stared at her beer.

"No problem, enjoy your evening." With that Murray left her.

Olivia let her head rest on the back of the bench and closed her eyes. Not an hour ago she received a text message from Alex but hadn't answered until now. She sighed softly and opened the text again.

'Hey Liv. I hope your weekend isn't as busy as the week. Heard you're on call. Have a nice evening. Think of you, Alex!'

A small smile lifted the corners of her mouth as warmth spread through her whole body. She hit the answer button.

'Hi Alex, thanks for your text. Day was okay. Hope you enjoy yourself. Thinking of you too!'

After that she drained her glass and left the bar. Outside she flagged down a cab and was on her way home.

Olivia stepped into her apartment and started the sound system before preparing a late dinner. It was short after 8.00pm and she wanted to run a bath and then call it an early night.

Half an hour later Olivia was relaxing in the tub. She had taken her cellphone with her, just in case it would get off. But nothing happened. Not even a new text message.

A little disappointed Olivia got ready for bed and sent a last text to Alex.

'Hey Alex, wanted to wish you a good night and sweet dreams. See you on Monday, Liv.'

Turning off the lamp on the nightstand Olivia reached for a second pillow and cuddled with it.