*Elliot's POV*

Pachabel's Canon began to play and I walked out onto the altar to find a cathedral full of men and women in uniform and our friends and family in the front rows. Kathy and her husband came and when her eyes met mine, she winked. And I knew that we had made the right decision for both of us to be happy.

The ushers opened the doors at the back of the church and little Olivia waddled out, scattering petals along the aisle, preparing the way for the beautiful bride who was about to become my wife. Noah followed as Olivia passed the cross-section of the pews and he smiled the whole way down. He had no idea what was going on, but his happiness was contagious to everyone present. I couldn't wait to make him my son.

Lizzie was next to walk through the doorway. My little girl. All grown up. Taking the world by storm. And I don't think she ever looked as beautiful as she did when she walked down that aisle. She met Eli half way, lowering her height a bit so she could lock arms with her little brother, and the two continued down their path.

Kathleen began her stride as her siblings passed the midsection and her face told all. She locked eyes with me and smiled. She was one of the first people to bring my feelings for Olivia to my attention. And I think that she was always rooting for us. And her blessing meant the world to me. She met Ty half way, also having to lower herself a bit to accommodate his height, and they continued their walk down the aisle.

Melinda Warner appeared next. She'd been a friend to both Olivia and I since the beginning of our partnership. She knew there was something there. And I was happy that she was there to see it come full circle. She met Simon half way. I didn't like the guy at first. I didn't like the pain he seemed to cause Olivia. I didn't like the trouble he got into or the situations that he put her in the middle of. But, as time passed, I realized that she was the one who put herself into those situations. And, in the end, he never really caused any trouble. And the look on his face as they continued down the aisle expressed his happiness for his sister. And that was all the assurance I needed to know that he loved her.

Maureen was next to walk in. And my breath got caught in my chest as I imagined her walking down the aisle in a white dress a few months from now. She will make an amazing wife. And if they choose, an amazing mother as well. My beautiful little girl. Her smile beamed as she walked. Her eyes sparkled. She amazes me every day. She met Nick half way through. I heard of him when he took my place. I remember times where I would sit alone, hating that someone else was working with my partner. Protecting her. Watching her. And then I met the guy. And I realized how alike we are. And I realized how deeply he cared for Olivia. And I was happy that a man like him was the one to take my place.

Amanda Rollins began to make her way down the center of the church. She truly was a beautiful person, inside and out. I wondered how the men of SVU could make it through a day of work with two of the world's most beautiful women hanging around. Liv had told me stories about her. About how she had grown since joining the squad. About how her passion and drive inspired everyone around her. And, although I did not know her very well yet, I looked forward to becoming her friend. She greeted Fin half way. I used to have mixed feelings about the guy. But, at the end of the day, he loved and cared for those around him. And that was all that mattered.

Casey walked through the doorway next. When I first met her, I was nervous. We were so used to the way Alex worked and we had become quite good friends with her. So it was hard for me to accept this new ADA. But her compassionate heart and her thirst for justice prevailed early on. And I knew that I was in the presence of a friend. She locked arms with John Munch and they continued their stride. John was the truest and most wonderful friend a man could ask for. He was there for me in my darkest times and he celebrated with me in my brightest times. He made everyone around him better.

Alex graced the room shortly after and the time had almost come. Alex was the fiercest and most driven woman I had ever come to know. But she also knew how and when to let others help her. She knew when to accept and embrace her weakness. And that was her biggest strength. I found a friend in Alex Cabot soon after meeting her. And felt so blessed that she was there to witness and celebrate this monumental moment in our lives. She met Dickie and they continued to walk down the aisle. All of the dreams I ever had for him were finally coming to light. I often worried about him when he fell in with the wrong crowd or made a life-altering mistake. But he had grown up to be an extraordinary young man. And his future was so very bright. And I was anxious and excited to watch him as his life continued to unfold. The maid of honor and the best man reached the altar and the Canon began to fade away.

Olivia never really had an established faith. In our various talks about the topic over the years, she always said that she believed in something greater but was never really introduced to a specific person or thing that she could worship. She dreaded the idea of walking down the aisle to "Here Comes the Bride" because, in her words, "the was nothing more cliché in the world than walking down the aisle to 'Here Comes the Bride.'" So she asked me if I knew of any spiritual songs that would be more fitting. And I remembered a song from my days as choir member in elementary school. It was titled "How Beautiful" and the majority of the song was about the beauty of Christ. The third verse, however, went as follows:

"How beautiful the radiant bride, who waits for her groom with his light in her eyes.

How beautiful when humble hearts give the fruit of pure lives so that others may live."

So I suggested the song and she listened to a recording. The song ended and her decision was made. And the intro began to play. And my heart pounded violently in my chest as I awaited the final opening of those doors from which my bride would emerge any second now.

*Olivia's POV*

"Are you ready?" I heard a gentle voice say, as it interrupted my musings.

I looked up to find the smiling face of Don Cragen beaming back at me.

"Almost," I replied. "I just want to say thank you. Thank you for everything. Thank you for bringing me into this squad. For partnering me with the man I am about to marry. For being the most amazing father figure a girl could ask for. For taking chances on me. For every single thing you have done. Because you are the source of every good thing in my life. And I am so deeply grateful."

"Taking chances on you was never something I had to think twice about. Your talent and compassion earned you my trust on day one. Partnering you with him was the easiest decision I ever made, because I saw it. I saw it before anyone else did. And I'm glad the two of you finally opened your eyes long enough to see it too. Watching you grow into this amazing woman that you've become has been one of my greatest joys. You are the strongest, brightest, most loving, most compassionate individual I have ever had the privilege of knowing. And I am honored that you have allowed me to be a part of your journey thus far. And I cannot wait to see where this journey leads you next. I love you, Olivia. And I am so very proud of you."

We embraced for a few short moments and, when we parted, we locked arms and gave the usher the "ok" to open the doors. And then I saw him. And every fear I'd ever had suddenly left me. And a heart filled with love and mind filled with hope and joy took its place. And, for the first time in my life, I was sure of what I was doing.

*Elliot's POV*

The doors opened. And there she stood. My heart beat quickened and my breath got caught in my chest. How did I ever get so lucky as to meet and fall in love with the most beautiful, passionate, amazing woman in the world? She took my breath away with everything she said, everything she did, every move she made. But, today especially, I was at a loss for words, for thoughts. The only thought on my mind was how absolutely beautiful she looked. She was radiant. She was perfect. And she was mine.

Our eyes locked as they began their journey toward the altar and she smiled. Oh how I loved to see her smile. I smiled back at her in awe of everything she was. And I waited to take her hands in mine and make every promise to her of a beautiful life together.

It took what felt like an eternity for them to finally reach the altar. When they did, she and Don exchanged a kiss on the cheek and he turned his attention to me. He leaned in, looked me in the eyes, and said "I knew. Before I assigned the two of you as partners, I knew that I would be handing her over to become your wife one day. It took you long enough, but I am so very happy that the two of you finally got it together. You take good care of her, you hear me? I love you both more than you'll ever know."

He pulled me in for a hug and took his seat in the front row. I turned my attention back to my beautiful bride and took her hands in mine. I led her up the stairs of the altar and we took our place in front of the priest, ready to become husband and wife.

*Narrator's POV *

As the music faded, the priest began his introduction.

"My dear friends, you have come together in this church so that the Lord may strengthen and seal your love in the presence of the Church's minister and this community. Christ abundantly blesses this love and now he enriches and strengthens you by this special sacrament so that you may assume the duties of marriage in mutual and lasting fidelity. And so, in the presence of the church, I ask you to state your intentions.

Elliot and Olivia, have you come here freely and without reservations to give yourselves to each other in marriage?"

"We have," they replied in unison.

"Will you honor each other as man and wife for the rest of your lives?"

"We will."

"Will you accept children lovingly from God and bring them up according to the law of Christ and his church?"

"We will."

"Since it is your intention to enter into marriage, please join hands and declare your consent before God and his Church."

After they took each other's hands, the priest continued.

"Elliot, at this time, I ask that you make your vows to Olivia."

Elliot nodded and turned his attention to his bride.

"I, Elliot, take you, Olivia, to be my wife. I promise to be true to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will love and honor you all the days of my life."

"Olivia, at this time, I ask that you make your vows to Elliot."

She gave his hands a squeeze before beginning, and he smiled.

"I, Olivia, take you, Elliot, to be my husband. I promise to be true to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will love and honor you all the days of my life."

Their faces beamed as they looked lovingly into each other's eyes.

"You have declared your consent before the Church. May the Lord, in his goodness, strengthen your consent and fill you both with his blessings. May we please have the rings?"

Alex bent down to grab Noah's hand and led him over to them. They both bent down to retrieve their rings from him and Olivia kissed his cheek saying "thank you, my love."

They stood back up and the priest began to speak again.

"Lord, bless these rings which we bless in your name. Grant that those who wear them may always have a deep faith in each other. May they do your will and always live together in peace, good will, and love."

He gave Elliot the cue to begin.

"Olivia, take this ring as a sign of my love and fidelity," he said as he slid the diamond band on her finger.

"Elliot, take this ring as a sign of my love and fidelity," she stated, placing this ring on his finger.

The priest then spoke.

"May the Lord bless you with many happy years together, so that you may enjoy the rewards of a good life. And, after you have served him loyally in his kingdom on earth, may he welcome you to his eternal kingdom in Heaven. And now, Elliot and Olivia, by the power vested in me by the Holy Catholic Church and the state of New York, I know pronounce you husband and wife."

He turned his attention to the groom, saying, "Elliot, you may kiss your bride."

As smiles stretched across both of their faces, Elliot pulled her close and brought her lips to his. He kissed her softly and sweetly as every spectator in the church stood and applauded. When they broke, the priest spoke again for the last time, saying "Ladies and gentlemen, it is my great honor to introduce to you: Mr. and Mrs. Elliot Stabler."

The applause rose again and continued for a few moments before dying down. The recessional song, Every Breath You Take by The Police, began to play and the newly married couple made their way down the aisle and out into the world awaiting them, ready to begin their lives together.

The end!

Thank you guys so much for reading! I had so much fun writing this story and I know I didn't update very often but I hope it ended well for you! I'm starting another fic right now so stay tuned! I love you guys SO MUCH! Thank you again! EO for life! xoxo -Meghan

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