"Stay."

It is only a one syllable word, but it is so much more. It comes out as a whisper; almost drowning in the silence of the night. The word betrays her. It shows how vulnerable she is. It is desperation. It is worry if whether or not he is going to be alive tomorrow. It is the longing to feel his body next to his; remembering how well they fit together. Like a jigsaw puzzle.

He turns around and for a moment Kathy believes he will reject her. She honestly believes that after what she put him through signing the divorce papers, he will not stay. He was no reason to stay.

But he does.

Authors Note: Uhm. The first time I wrote a Law & Order: SVU fanfic. It really isn't much more than a drabble. But after watching 3 seasons within the period of 7 days I feel really inspired so you will be seeing more of me around here. :)

I don't remember exactly what episode this is but the hardcore fans around here will know. :p