A/N: Sorry the updates have been sporadic but unfortunately the job is requiring more of my time. Hopefully everything will slow down soon and I can update more often.

"If you ever do that again I swear you will never live to retire." Alex said as she pounded her fist onto Olivia's chest. "Do you hear me?"

"And feel you to Blondie." Olivia said as she grabbed Alex's wrist to stop her from beating on her.

"Sorry it's just." Alex started to say but looked away.

"Just what?"

"I thought I had lost you."

"You did. Well at least you did till your father showed up. The man can be very persuasive."

"Why did you feel the urge to walk out on me?"

"I'm sorry were you not listening to my mother?" Olivia asked as she guided Alex to the bed.

"Everyone was listening to your mother."

"I know" Olivia said dropping her head "I'm sorry about embarrassing you in front of your family and friends.

"Olivia you could never embarrass me and truthfully I could care less what my family and friends think. The only thing that matters to me is us."

"Yeah but them not liking me will make for some very tense holidays for you."

"Not with you standing beside me. Now stop changing the subject. Why did you feel the urge to walk out on me?"

"My mother always said I had to pay for my father's sins. Tonight she proved that point. Not to mention what if I take after my father and become a rapist?"

Alex pushed Olivia on the bed and straddled her. She loved how Olivia's chocolate eyes would turn almost black with desire instantly with her. Alex did everything she could to reign in her libido when she stared into Olivia's eyes. She had to make sure Olivia understood everything she was about to say otherwise there was no telling how many times they may have to revisit the subject.

"You will never become your father. Not one time have you ever forced me to do something I didn't want to do, whether it was in the bed or not. I have felt nothing but love, respect, and safety when I'm with you. If I even remotely thought you would ever hurt me I wouldn't be here right now. We would have ended months ago."

Unable to find her voice hearing what Alex had to say she pulled Alex to her and kissed. She hoped and prayed that she could convey everything she felt at that moment with one simple kiss.

Alex moaned when Olivia's lips met hers. She felt a new surge of desire hit her when she realized this kiss was nothing like the ones shared before. She knew with this kiss Olivia was opening herself up and accepting someone at their word. Something Alex knew Olivia had never done before.

"You're amazing" Olivia said when she finally broke the kiss.

"Thank you." Alex hummed as she rolled off Olivia but snuggled into her side as she laid her head on her chest.

Olivia laid there holding Alex and running her hand through her golden hair. After a while Olivia could hear a slight snore coming from Alex. When she was sure she wouldn't wake Alex by moving she slid out from under Alex. When she heard Alex make a little noise she placed a kiss to her temple, which instantly calmed her.

Olivia lifted Alex with ease and placed her under the covers making sure she was tucked in tightly so she wouldn't get cold. As Olivia made her way to the door she heard Alex start to whimper. She darted back to the bed and ran her hand on Alex's arm while placing a kiss to Alex's temple. Alex murmured something Olivia couldn't understand before falling back asleep. When Olivia was sure Alex was at peace again she made her way to the door.

Olivia quietly snuck out of the room and secured the door behind her. She stood on the landing listening for sounds hoping Alex's parents were still up. When she heard a noise from the kitchen, she turned and headed for the stairs. She was almost at them when she heard a voice behind her that stopped her in her tracks.

"I hope you are not trying to leave Olivia?" Crystal asked when she saw Olivia sneaking toward the stairs.

"No Mrs. Cabot." Olivia said as she turned to face her "I was in search of either you or Mr. Cabot."

"Is there something you need?"

"I was wondering where I would be sleeping at tonight?"

"I was under the impression in the room you just came out of. Unless you chose not to sleep with Alex."

"I would actually prefer to but I wasn't sure what rules you had in place. I didn't want to disrespect either of you by doing so."

"I thank you for that Olivia but we are aware of the fact that you have stayed some nights in Alex's apartment. After the night that Alex has had she needs you by her tonight."

"I know. I'm so sorry I swear to you I will never walk out on her again."

"Olivia you don't need to promise or reassure me. The one you need to tell that to and make believe it is in that room. I'm not sure what Alex has told you of her past relationships but they weren't good. Please don't misunderstand they weren't abusive in any way but they used her. That hasn't been too easy on her."

"I know, she told me about Vicci."

"You're the first one that's she's let in and trusted again since her. The rest she would just date a few times and then go on her way. She's happy with you Olivia. Probably the happiest I've ever seen her. Frankly I would like to continue to see that."

"I will always try my best Mrs. Cabot."

"I know you will." Crystal answered as she hugged Olivia to her. "Now you need to get back in there before she wakes up and realize you're gone."

Olivia made her way back into the bedroom and quietly slid into the bed. Alex pressed her body into hers and sighed. Olivia kissed the top of her head before pulling her even tighter against her.

"You have a nice conversation with my mom?" Alex asked as Olivia laid her head down.

"Were you listening at the door?"

"No. I woke up and you were gone. I was going to search for you when I heard you and my mother talking outside the door. When I knew where you were at I just crawled back in bed and waited on you."

"I will never again put you through what you went through today. I promise you."

"I know baby." Alex said as she entwined her fingers with Olivia's "Now let's get some sleep. We have a lot to do tomorrow. We have to get you moved in."

"Yes we do" Olivia said as she closed her eyes and let sleep overtake her.