A/N: Thanks for all the reviews. They are helping me come home from work and write more. So far, I have it planned out to twenty chapters, but I don't think that is where the story is going to end. The next few chapters may take some time to be posted for the sheer amount of detail and story that I want to put into them. I hope you understand and enjoy it as it unfolds. If you would like comment, please PM or review. I do take ideas put into the reviews seriously, sometimes they even help me move the story along some. Thanks for reading and enjoy. JET

Chapter Fourteen

"She's okay," Abbie reminded her for the fifteenth time, since they got on the road.

"I know. I just didn't want to leave her. She needs me."

"She does. And, she has you. She'll be okay. She's a big girl. Besides Huang's there now. She's in good hands. Calm down. I need you here with me. I can't go into the precinct and tell them this alone. They'll laugh at me," Abbie told her.

"I know. Wait, stop there. I need to get something," Alex told her.

"What? Donuts? Really?" Abbie asked, pulling the car over.

"I promised."

Twenty minutes later, they were heading into the bull pen of the 1-6. Alex shivered walking back into the area. There were so many memories there. Cragen saw her coming and he smiled when he saw Abbie with her.

"Carmichael, Cabot, nice you of you to slum it on a Saturday," he greeted them.

"Thanks, Captain Cragen. Do we have some where we can all talk, alone? I don't want to have what I have to tell you to get out," Alex told him.

"Yeah, use my office. It's a lot bigger and more relaxed than an interrogation room. I'll go round up the boys," Cragen told them.

Abbie grabbed Alex and took her into Cragen's office. She put the donuts and coffee on the desk. Abbie let her go look out the window, knowing that her heart and head were in Virginia. Abbie took a donut and leaned up against Cragen's desk.

Alex turned around just as Fin and Munch came in.

"Cabot, what's the occastion?" Munch asked her coming in.

"I've got something that I need help with that only you can help me with," Alex replied.

"So, you brought donuts and coffee? What's up that you had to bring Tex back in the mix? Must be something big," Fin asked, pouring a cup of coffee and taking a seat.

"It is. But, I need to wait until you are all here. I don't want to have to repeat myself."

"Well, hello, everybody. What's going on y'all? The capt'n told me to meet y'all in here," Rollins said joining them.

"Well, hello," Abbie said, smiling, "Where you from?"

"Georgia, you?"

"Texas," Abbie answered, "I'm going to like her. She'll understand me."

Rollins laughed. She smiled at Abbie as she took a donut and sat down next to Fin. Abbie moved closer to her to talk to a fellow Southerner. They had both settled into small talk when Cragen came back in.

"Hey, Cap. Where's Amaro? I thought this was a 'family' affair," Fin stated.

"He's on his way up. I hope you've introduced Abbie to everyone, Alex. If not, meet our former ADA turned federal prosecutor, Abigail Carmichael."

"She's got a mouth on her, but she is perfection in the courtroom," Elliot said, walking in with Amaro on his hills.

"Elliot?" Munch asked.

"Yeah, I here. Alex called me. Said that I needed to help you guys out with a case. I decided that I could handle one more," Elliot replied, "Ah, Alex, you got donuts. You shouldn't have. Well, maybe, they should have blue icing or something."

"Close the door, Amaro and come in. Listen up. Alex called and asked for this meeting. Whatever we talk about today doesn't leave this room, understood, detectives?" Cragen inquired.

He was met with a round of "yeahs" and "yes, Caps." He gestured for Alex to take the floor and make her announcement. He sat down in his chair behind his desk, and listened to Alex's speech.

"As you all know, Olivia went undercover with FBI almost two years ago. She was under for a very long time and something happened to her, that, well, she isn't going to forget. She will have a constant reminder with her. I was informed of her situation by her handler Special Agent in Charge Dana Lewis. I know most of you know her already. Olivia did her job and she did it well. She gathered plenty of intel and good information that Abbie, here, can use against the gang she infiltrated.

"The problem is one that the federal government hasn't had to deal with before. It became a logistics and legal nightmare. Abbie and I have been combing over countless cases and law to help facilitate Olivia's return to New York. But, now, I need your help," Alex told them.

"Olivia considers everyone in this room as part of her family. That is why we called this meeting. She'd string me and Alex up if she knew we were doing this. Especially, if she knew that is the main reason we are in New York," Abbie added.

"She okay?" Munch asked.

"She's…she's getting better. It was a little touch and go there in the beginning. She is making good progress and her therapists think she'll be able to lose her sling soon," Alex answered.

"Whoa, back up a minute, here. What the hell happened to her while she was undercover? Why don't you tell us about that?" Elliot asked, getting upset about hearing that his former partner had been hurt and bad enough to warrant medical attention.

"I can't tell you everything, but I can tell you this. Olivia sacrificed herself through beatings to try and save a civilian. It was bad, but she endured it to protect the other woman because she was pregnant. Unfortunately, the other woman died in childbirth," Alex answered.

"But, Liv, is okay?" Amaro asked.

"She's fine. She has a dislocated shoulder and a broke humerus. She had multiple bruises and cut, but they have mostly all healed. Look. Her condition isn't critical. She is fine. It isn't really for Olivia that we called you here, but more a situation," Alex started.

"Oh, just tell them already, Alex. We ain't got all week. We've got a meeting in family court later today. Let's get a move on," Abbie insisted.

"You're right. Alright, here is goes. Olivia was undercover and became involved with a woman named Frankie Mitchell. Frankie was pregnant, got pregnant or whatever while she was Olivia's mark. Olivia used her to get into the gang and gather intel."

"Did you just tell me that Liv was with a woman?" Fin asked.

"Shut up, Fin, and let her finish," Cragen stated.

"Sorry, Cap. Go on, Alex. Tell us the rest."

"Frankie was eight and half months pregnant when she delivered a healthy son."

"Why do I feel a big conspiracy with this information?" Munch asked.

"Because there is, John and you are about to be part of it," Abbie replied.

"Olivia tried to protect Frankie. They had been captured by the leaders of the gang. Liv got them to beat on her more to protect Frankie and the baby. When FBI and the local unis got there, Olivia has somehow gotten out of her chains, gotten to Frankie and delivered the boy. Frankie died on the scene."

"So, what about the boy?" Rollins asked.

"That is where, as John would say: 'Things get hinky," Alex replied.

"I've got this part. Since I am representing Olivia Benson on behalf of the FBI, I'll tell you. It seems that prior to being captured, Ms. Mitchell went to her local family attorney and got a will, a living will, a medical power of attorney and a custodial guardianship made. All of which name Olivia as the sole guardian and parent of the child should anything happen to Frankie," Abbie told them, "So, in essence, Olivia is now the proud mother of a beautiful baby boy."

They all gasped. Elliot stood there with a smile on his face as he watched Munch's mouth go slack and hang. It was worth it he thought. He couldn't wait to tell Liv about this.

"Calm down, everyone," Cragen stated.

"This is where y'all come in," Abbie stated.

"Whatcha need?" Fin asked, first.

"Later today, Alex and I are going to court to get him named as Olivia's adopted son and her to become legally his mother in the State of New York," Abbie stated.

"I figured that much out, Carmichael, but what do you need us for?" Munch asked.

"I need you to help me get my apartment ready for them," Alex stated.

"You want us to set a nursery at your place?" Elliot asked, trying to clarify.

"Yeah, Olivia is going to be staying with me for a while, at least. I want everything to be ready when she gets home. It will make her transition back to New York life a little bit easier."

"What's his name?" Rollins asked.

"She's named him Alexander Donald Benson," Abbie stated.

"Alexander Donald? Where did she come up with that? Is she going to call him 'Alex,' too?" Amaro asked.

"She got the Alexander from me, but that is a long story Munch and I'll tell you later. The Donald came from Captain Cragen. She thinks of you as a father and couldn't think of a better way to repay your kindness. She has decided to call him 'Xander' so there wouldn't be any confusion between us," Alex answered.

"I'm a grandpa?" Cragen asked.

"By default, yeah," Abbie stated, slapping him on the back.

"Way to go, Cap. This calls for a celebration. Drinks on Carmichael," Munch stated.

"Maybe, later, guys. I have things to do in town this week. We need your help."

"I'm in," Fin stated.

"Me, too, can't wait to meet the guy," Munch added.

"I've got nothing better to do with my time off this week. A GA meeting or two, but I think I can squeeze in some decoratin'. Sounds like fun actually," Rollins said.

"You know Kathy and I will do whatever we can. We've got some old baby stuff that Eli has outgrown. I'll bring it over to your place tomorrow," Elliot replied.

"Thanks, El. I know that'll mean a lot to her. She's changed. She's not as angry with you anymore. She's going to need to talk to you when she gets back," Alex told him.

"I'll make the time. Plus, I can help her with the baby. I have a little bit of experience in that field. I do have two boys under my belt. But, she'll be fine. She's a natural," Elliot said.

"I don't know what I can do, but I'll help," Amaro stated.

"That is all we asking for. Thanks everyone. But, like I said, you can't tell anyone else. I don't know what is going to happen when Liv gets back. I just want to make the transition to New York as painless as possible. There more that I can have done here before she gets back, means there is less for her to worry about or stress about," Alex stated.

"Just let us know what you need, Alex. We are all here for you and for her. Call me later and we can set up a time for us to meet at your place. Now, you all go and deal with the legal ends of it, while we get to solving cases and planning a nursery," Cragen replied, as he shooed everyone from his office.

"Alex, one more thing," Cragen said as she was about to leave.

"What's that Captain?"

"Bring her home. Bring him home. And, love them both. I know I will," he stated, smiling.

Alex unlocked her apartment for the first time in three weeks. She knew she needed to air it out before everyone came over. She knew that Abbie would be there first, because she was at the courthouse finalizing the birth certificate for Xander. They would both go file for the social security number and other stuff later in the week.

Alex was glad that she had warned the doorman to her building about the multiple peopled that would be coming. She knew that Andrew knew who Abbie was, but it was the rest of the gang she was preparing him. They weren't all exactly the normal fare that would come by to see to Alex or the other residents in her building. Andrew didn't even bat an eye when she told them that they were all cops. He knew that Alex was an E.A.D.A. and he understood what that meant.

Alex was in the kitchen baking. She had already decided that since everyone had agreed to help that the least she could do was make them all dinner. She decided that lasagna was in order. It wouldn't take all day to bake, but it would take a long enough time that they could get a lot done.

Alex was still in the kitchen when Abbie came in. She had given Abbie a spare key the day before because she knew that they would be going in opposite directions most of times. She wasn't surprised when Abbie came into the kitchen, grabbed a wine glass, a bottle from the fridge and poured herself a healthy glass full, before she took a sip.

"Rough day?" Alex stated, putting the lasagna in the oven.

"Long," Abbie replied, taking another sip.

"Sorry."

"It is all for Olivia, so it's worth it. She makes you happy Alex, I can see that. If I can make her happy, then that makes you happy," Abbie stated.

"Thanks, I think. I need to turn one bedroom into the nursery for Xander and the guest room into a room for Olivia. Will you help me with that?" Alex questioned.

"Absolutely," Abbie answered, "But, I thought that she would move in with you."

"She is, Abbie."

"No, I meant into your room. Like move in move in with you. Y'all have finally admitted to each other that you love each other. I just figured that was the next step."

"It might be, but I am not rushing her. She might not want that. I am letting everything move at her pace. I want her to feel welcome and loved. I don't want to push her," Alex replied.

"I get it. Low and slow. That is a good thing sometimes," Abbie retorted.

"Why does everything turn to sex with you?"

"Because life is more fun that way," Abbie replied, laughing, and then took another sip.

"Thanks guys, I don't know how to repay for you all for all of this. This is incredible. I know that Liv will be pleasantly surprised," Alex told everyone as she looked over the nursery.

"Nothing is too good for Liv," Fin told her.

"Besides, I think that Kathy is going to make me bring Eli over here. It will be a way for me to spend time with Liv, if she'll forgive me. But, don't worry. I'll be a phone call away if you need any help with the little Benson," Elliot stated.

"Thanks, El, that means a lot."

"Well, I got to go. I got the weekend with Zara. Call me if you need anything else," Amaro replied.

"I'll make sure to invite you all over once we're home and Liv is up for it. I owe you all a lot more than just that lasagna, but thanks for it all. I don't know what I would have done without you this week," Alex told them.

"We know, Alex, we know. Just bring her home and we'll be happy. The nursery looks great and so does the extra room. Liv will be happy," Rollins stated.

"Call me when you get back. I want to make sure that everything is okay. And, let Liv know that we are here for her, day or night," Munch said.

"I will, guys, thanks," Alex replied, as they all left.

"Well, that went better than I expected," Abbie told her as she closed the door, "Now, all we have to do is get Liv back in New York and settled. That ought to be fun."

"Well, she is my cornerstone now. I just hope that I can be one for her. I just want to build a life with her and Xander. I hope she'll let me."