A few months later, Amanda, Jesse and Frannie were still at Liv's place. Nothing had really changed except Amanda continued to get closer to Liv. She wasnt one to get close without holding something back, but with Liv it was different. She felt safe to trust her and to open up. Though things had started to shift between them as well, they were acting more like a domesticated couple rather than friends and it was like nothing, like it all came natural. Amanda could feel herself catching feelings for Olivia. She knew they werent rebound cause they were totally different than what she felt for Al.
The kids liked having so much time together. They got along great and Noah really took to Jesse. He liked helping her learn and teaching her things, pretty much like a big brother would. Amanda had more tests done, so far the baby was doing okay and was growing. She was being watched and tested every couple weeks to make sure there were no impending complications. Amanda wanted to have this baby natural.
They had been at the precinct following up on things. Amanda had been sitting at her desk trying to focus on work, the baby had other ideas as he or she was kicking the hell out of her stomach. Next thing she knew a court clerk came into the precinct so she asked if she could help him.
"Yes Maam, I'm looking for Detective Amanda Rollins." Amanda half smiled "That would be me. What can I do for you?" He looked at her, this was one of those times he really hated his job, he didnt want to upset a very clearly expectant mother. He handed her the supbpoena "Maam, I hate to do this, but you have been served." He saw that look in her eyes, hung his head and walked out of the precinct.
She ran right into Liv's office as fast as she could. Which wasnt that fast since she was waddling pretty much now. She didnt even bother knocking on her leiutenant's door she just walked into the office. The brunette took her glasses off immediately as she saw Amanda frantic "LIV, LIV WHAT AM I GOING TO DO? THESE WERE JUST LEGIT SERVED. I CANT DEAL WITH THIS I JUST CANT." Liv got her to sit down, and she sat next to her. "Honey let me see what you got. Who brought you these?" Amanda trying to wipe away the tears, her voice trembling "The court clerk just brought them to me. He told me he hated to do this and then told me I was 'served'." Liv now knew exactly what the papers were. She didnt want to stress her friend any more than she already was. "Amanda to be honest I think we need to get you a lawyer. Before you say it, I know you cant really afford it right now so let me see if I can get Rita to do this." Amanda nodded, she trusted Liv and if Liv was willing to ask Rita who was she to say no. All she wanted was this baby to be safe, and she didnt want the baby anywhere near Al. After what he did to her, Jesse and Frannie she couldnt risk it. Liv called her right away, and where Rita was actually near the precinct she stopped by.
She sat and talked to Amanda. Amanda appreciated it so much. She cried of course telling her about the incident with Al and Jesse. Even though she knew she didnt fail her daughter, those feelings were still there and they hurt. Noone wants to let their child down especially like that. Amanda wanted to know what she could do to prevent him from getting any custody. Rita told her that she had nothing to worry about. Amanda admitted she was still scared. Rita made a quick copy of the summons sent by Al. "Amanda this man will not get any kind of custody. Especially with what he did to you let alone Jesse. Dont you worry." She looked at Liv, "Liv take care of her. Make sure both of you tell me if he contacts you." Rita left soon after their talk. She was not happy, Amanda didnt deserve this. Amanda stayed on Liv's couch, the woman was in shock. She hadnt met this Al Pollack and already she didnt like him.
Liv looked at her friend, the woman she was developing strong feelings for, she hated seeing her like this. This wasnt the Amanda she was used to. The Amanda she was used to didnt have the look of defeat on her face. "Amanda honey, what can I do for you?" Amanda looked down, rubbed her belly "I just want to go be with Jesse. She's what makes sense to me. We will go get a hotel and crash there. I dont want my mood to affect you and Noah." She knew her friend didnt particularly like physical closeness especially in the work place but she had to hug her, had to show her again that she wasnt putting her out. That she infact wanted her in her home. Amanda was receptive to the hug, allowing herself to accept the support she so desperately needed. Liv spoke softly to the woman who's chin was quivering and resting on her shoulder. "Amanda it was already decided that you, Jesse and Frannie were staying with us indefinitely. If the new baby comes before then, then we have a new member staying as well. You need to calm down and relax. We want you there." Amanda nodded. Just too much for her right now, it was all hitting her at once. Liv could feel her once again getting herself worked up. Rubbing her back in lazy circles she spoke "Alright honey, let's get you home to Jesse and Frannie so you can rest and relax."
Back at Liv's, Amanda sat on the couch, Jesse came over and hugged her mama. Noah wanted in on it too. He came over to where Amanda was as looked at her and Jesse. "Auntie Amanda, can I get a hug too?" Made Amanda tear up a bit, "Sure sweetie. I love your hugs too Noah. You are 'Auntie's boy' and I love you very much." She gave him a tight hug. Liv loved watching the interaction, Amanda really made Noah happy. Then Jesse grabbed Noah's hand "Noah, Noah come on let's feel the baby move." Amanda smiled and leaned back just a bit to let the kids feel the new baby. Noah looked at Amanda, keeping his hand on her belly "Auntie Manda' will this new baby be like my new sister or brother? Jesse is like my sister since we spend alot of time together." Amanda looked at Liv with that question as she didnt know how to answer it. She knew how her heart wanted to but she didnt. "Well Liv?"
Liv was stunned at his question, she knew he had gotten close to Amanda but she hadnt realized just how close. She was in awe of how Amanda regarded him and treated him like her own. She made him feel special and that made Liv so happy. Yes he was close to uncle Fin but with the whole Sheila incident he had been very leary towards females except for Lucy. Noah looked at Liv, "Mommy, Auntie Manda asked you the same question I did." Liv smiled, in a way they were like siblings. She'd let Noah think that but she wasnt going to give Amanda the satisfaction of winning that easily. "Well I dont see why not. As long as Auntie Manda here doesnt see any issue with it." With them staying here for a while, the new baby will most likely know you as a brother Noah." What it meant for her and Amanda she hadnt figured out just yet. Noah was content with the answer for now. He however liked when Jesse and Amanda were over cause his mom wasnt so stressed out. The kids took off to play. Jesse really liked the video game he played with her, he made sure he didnt play the too violent ones with her since she was younger.
The kids played the games for a while, leaving Olivia and Amanda to themselves. Amanda stressed out wishing she could drink herself to oblivion but in actuality she obviously couldnt. She looked at her friend, needing her in ways she shouldnt. "Liv, can I ask you something? And when I do I need you to be completely honest with me." Liv looked at her, wondering if the question was going to be what she was feeling right now. Currently she was getting those nervous butterflies that one gets before revealing feelings to a crush. "Why wouldn't I be honest Amanda?" Amanda shrugged, "cause what I'm bout to ask and yet reveal you may not wanna hear?" Oh the vulnerability in her voice killed Liv. Liv wondered if Amanda was actually going to confess having feelings for her. Oh that would make her whole night.
Amanda braced herself to tell Liv her feelings. She was scared but over the past few days her feelings had become a force to be reckoned with when it came to Liv. Liv picked up on the change of mood and inquired about it. Amanda could get very moody and her being pregnant only intensified the mood swings.
