When Alex left the courthouse she knew her statement had been flawless. The evidence was solid and there was no chance he would get away with this.

She waited patiently on the steps for Olivia who had decided to sit in on his arraignment hearing. Alex was relieved this might finally be over but when she saw the look on Olivia's face her hopes were dashed.

"He made bail Alex. The judge set it at 500,000 dollars, I didn't think he had that much cash. Don't worry though he can't come within 300 yards of you, the judge passed a restraining order", unsurprisingly the restraining order wasn't really a consolation. He was back out there on the street and everytime she saw him he was getting more and more violent. How far would he go?

Olivia must have sensed her worry as they headed to flag down a cab. "You'll just have to stay at mine till all this is over", Alex didn't want to hide away from the world because she was scared of a man.

"No I need to go home eventually", Alex also didn't want to impose in Olivia's home even if they had reconciled they certainly weren't ready to live together.

"I'm not taking my eyes off you again. At least stay at mine for a few nights till the dust settles", Olivia was effective in persuading alex to come home with her and they took a cab to the same location.

The ride was relatively quiet and Alex and Olivia didn't talk about the case again until they were safely tucked up at home.

"What did he look like?", Alex enquired.

"Well one side of his face was all stitched up, I guess that's where you hit him", Olivia laughed as she spoke.

"I mean emotionally. Was he mad or upset or anything?"

"Not really. He only spoke to enter his plee and post bail", she was relieved he wasn't overly mad it might mean he had given up terrorising her.

"So he didn't claim police brutality?", Alex was of course referring to Olivia's foolish actions.

"Nope he was probably persuaded not too bring it up considering he assaulted Elliot", Olivia smiled clearly satisfied she had gotten away with it.

"That was a really stupid move though Olivia. What if he was your rapist?", Alex was semi serious as she spoke not wanting to scold Olivia too much for defending her.

"Well it's not like I had a choice. I just went to speak to him but he threatened you and I just lost it", Olivia sounded like she was being defensive.

"Hey I know I appreciate it", they exchanged smiles of understanding.

Suddenly Olivia pulled her hand from Alex grasp and headed across the living room.

"Where are you going?", Alex didn't really want to be alone right now.

"I was just going to nip downstairs and get us some take out", she was just about to leave when she saw the concern on Alex's face. "I'll only be gone a few minutes".

"Fine but hurry back", Olivia nodded and went to leave. "Olivia, wait". Alex stood herself and made her way to where Olivia was standing in the door way. Alex didn't hesitate to kiss her this time. It deepened quickly and the heat of he room rose a couple of degrees. The pair only seperated when they needed air.

Alex smiled seeing Olivia's closes eyes and surprised expression. Finally she opened her eyes, "I-I'll hurry r-right back". Alex couldn't help but laugh, enjoying the effect she was having on Olivia.

Alex made her way back to the couch as she heard Olivia rush out and the door close behind her. She sat on the couch with a huge smile on her face, this was exactly what she always wanted. A few seconds later there was a quiet knock on the door. Alex reluctantly got back up it must have been Olivia, probably forgetting her wallet in all the kissing confusion.

"I didn't think you'd be back this f...", as Alex opened the door she realised it wasn't Olivia, George was standing there. She slammed the door shut and bolted it tight. He didn't try and force it so she backed off.

"Alex will you just listen to me?", to her surprise he sounded calm.

"Get out of here before I call the police", Alex went in search of the phone and then returned to the hallway.

"Just listen and then I will leave", she decided to hear him out.

"Okay you've got two minutes"

"I just want to apologise for how I've treated you. I have issues that I'm working through with a court appointed therapist. I'm going to get better", he sounded sincere.

"If you are trying to get me to drops charges or get you a better deal you're barking up the wrong tree"

"No that's not why I'm here. I realised something whilst I was in therapy this afternoon. I am not good enough for you. I have come here to make sure you are not with someone that isn't right for you. I love you and I want the best for you", he sounded crazy at the minute. She was starting to get worried. "The detective who hit me and lives here isn't right for you. She hurt you once and I'm not going to let her do it again". It suddenly dawned on Alex what he was here to do. It wasn't her he was after, he'd come to see Olivia.

She dialled Olivia's cell and prayed for her to answer, luckily she did and Alex didn't give her time to speak.

"Olivia where are you?"

"Hey what's up? I was quick like you wanted"

"Where are you?"

"Just got off the elevator. Ill be home in two seconds", it was too late George had probably already seen her. She ran to the door and listened. Her heart dropped when she thought she heard the sound of a revolver arming and then Olivia's voice, Alex was pretty sure she had her gun with her.

"Put the gun down Stewart", her voice was quiet through the door but unmistakable.

"I'm doing this for her. You are not good enough"

"Drop it and I will not kill you", Olivia was calm. A surprising emotion for her in this situation.

There was movement outside and then three shots rung out followed closely by a fourth which punctured the door near Alex's head.

She ripped open the door without hesitation to reveal the corridor before her...

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