Title: While Sonny Was Sleeping
Author: ilovedrwilson
Rating: General
Word Count: 18,039
Chapters: 8/8
Tags: Rafael Barba/Dominick "Sonny" Carisi Jr., Dominick "Sonny" Carisi Jr., Rafael Barba, Bella Carisi, Gina Carisi, Carisi Family, Olivia Benson, Odafin "Fin" Tutuola, Amanda Rollins, Lucia Barba, George Huang, Memory Loss, Light Angst, Wedding Planning
Summary: Well, only a lawyer would be pretentious enough to wear a pocket square in a hospital room. Could Gina or Theresa have brought their boyfriend to Sonny’s hospital room? He couldn’t recall them mentioning anyone, especially someone who would be close enough to feel comfortable holding his Ma’s hand.
Comments: Sonny wakes up to find that he has a fiancé, a man. The last thing he remembers is starting at Queens SVU. He has trouble understanding what he has in common with Rafael Barba but soon starts to realize his attraction to the man.
God, this is why they were together. In that moment he was sure of them. They had nothing in common, they weren't near the same age but in that kiss, the love he felt, he knew that was worth everything.
This is one of my favorite fics. It’s a compelling exploration of their relationship dynamics - domesticity with a twist. I love Sonny and feel for him very much. His determination to regain his memory in time for their wedding puts a strain on both himself and his relationship with Rafael. It’s heartbreaking, hopeful and adorable at the same time. Highly recommended!
Also check out He Gave Me The World, a prequel/companion fic.














