Hi my lovely readeres!

Thank you all for your great reviews, I am still overwhelmed by the great response to this story! So here's another chapter for you. Warning: Lots of fluff coming your way. ;)

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ReidsGirl

As always, I don't own Criminal Minds or any of the characters except for my OC'S!

Chapter 7

Pouring hot water into the teapot, Annie smiled up at her sister in law when she walked into the kitchen.

"Do you want a cup?" she asked as she opened the cabinet above the sink.

"No thanks, I'll just have some water and then have a little nap. I have finally managed to get Jacob to sleep." Lilly replied, sitting down at the kitchen table.

"Yeah, he's been kind of cranky today. You know what, I'll make lunch today and I'll wake you up when it's ready, alright?" Annie declared, giving her a sympathetic look.

"Thanks sweetie. You know what they say, when the baby sleeps, mommy sleeps." Lilly chuckled as she poured herself a glass of water.

As she walked back into the living room, Annie smiled at the sight of Spencer still in the same spot on the couch she had left him 10 minutes ago, a pile of books on his feet.

They had spent the past days in a state of calm bliss. They had slept till mid-morning, followed by late breakfasts. One day had been dedicated to culture and they had not only visited the Guggenheim but also the Museum of Modern Art with Spencer once again spitting out random facts about artists, paint techniques and art movements. She would never understand how anyone could be annoyed by him rambling on, she loved nothing more than listening to his beautiful voice.

They had had long home-cooked dinners with Scott, Lilly and her parents. Her father and Spence had enjoyed a couple of games of chess one night. Spence had started to be embarrassed when he won every single game but her father had assured him he enjoyed the challenge.

Placing the two cups of green tea on the coffee table, she sat down next to him and planted a kiss on his cheek. Raising the cover of his book she looked at it.

"Another one?" she smiled as she read the title. "Anna Karenina" by Leo Tolstoy.

"Mhm." he mumbled, giving her a quick kiss and returning to his book. "I've read it before but it's one of my favourites." he added.

"Well, I'm still on my first." she chuckled as she grabbed her own book, "Marie Antoinette: The Portrait of an Average Woman".

Spence lifted his book and rested it on the armrest, making room for her head to resume its position on his lap. As she started reading again, Annie smiled as his hand absent-mindendly stroked her hair.

It was December 31st and the city had quieted down during the minor blizzard that was happening outside. They had spent the past two hours like this, curled up on the couch with their books, now and then sharing a gentle kiss.

After reading for half an hour, Annie lowered her book again, resting it on ther propped up legs.

"Are you hungry yet?"

"Hm?"

Annie chuckled when she looked up at him, still engrossed in his book. When he was reading it was sometimes difficult to get his attention. Raising her hand she gently turned his chin with her index finger so he would face her.

"Spence?" she asked again.

He gave a little laugh. "Sorry. What did you say?"

"I asked if you were hungry."

"Sure, I could eat." he nodded. "Especially when it's your food."

Laying her book on the table Annie jumped up. "Alright, I'll make a quick pasta dish."

"But remember, we're only three people!" Spencer called out when she had reached the door. "And we have reservations at that Italian place your brother recommended."

"You sound like my dad." she laughed out. "And like Rossi always says, there's no such thing as too much when it comes to Italian food. "

"And you cook like your mom." he winked, receiving a mock-evil stare.

"You're lucky you're so cute Spence." she winked back with a laugh before she turned on her heels and left the room.

"Mhm, I can't believe I have to wait at least another 2 hours before I can be alone with you." Spencer murmured into Annie's ear as she unlocked the door to her brother's apartment.

Her parents had arrived in the late afternoon, almost at the same time as Scott. Despite it being New Year's he had to make a quick visit to the office to go over some paperwork for an important case. After enjoying a quick drink with the four of them, Annie and Spencer had hurried off to the restaurant for their romantic dinner.

As he gently nibbled on her ear she turned around to face him, his hands moving from her waist to her bottoms as he pulled her closer.

"Hey, hey Spence, there are parents, a big brother and a child in there." Annie chuckled as she wrapped her arms around his neck. "So behave."

"It's not my fault you decided to wear that dress." he mumbled as his mouth found hers and he pressed her against the doorframe.

She looked absolutely breathtaking in the royal-blue, one-shoulder satin dress that made her blue eyes pop. Her hair was styled up in a high ponytail, the subtle make-up perfectly emphasizing her natural beauty.

"You look quite handsome yourself." Annie breathed in between kisses.

She knew a lot of people didn't particularly care for his style but she loved it. And tonight he looked especially dashing in his dark grey suit, light-blue striped shirt and the purple tie that matched perfectly with the sarf she had given him and which he had slung around his brown coat.

They had had a wonderful night at the slightly uspcale restaurant. They had not not only enjoyed the food but had also shared a bottle of red wine and Annie had to admit she felt a bit tipsy. It had been the perfect evening. Their hands had only parted whenever a new dish arrived. They had stayed on long after they had finished their meal, so deep in conversation they hadn't noticed the time and had to hurry off to make sure they weren't late to ring in the New Year with her family.

Losing herself in his kiss for another few seconds she finally pulled away.

"That's enough for now Doctor." she grinned before turning the key in the lock. Turning her head over her shoulder, she gave him a little wink. "But that was just a preview."

As they stepped inside, they were greeted by a round of "Hello's" by her parents and Scott.

"Hey you two! Did you have a good night?" her brother asked.

"It was amazing! You were right, the food was delicious!" Annie replied as Spencer helped her out of her coat.

"But not as good as yours." Spencer insisted as he hung it up on the coat rack beside the door before taki

"No need to flatter her Spencer, you're already dating her." Scott joked, receiving an angry look from his sister.

"My man knows how to treat a lady. Thanks honey." Annie replied, placing a kiss on Spencer's cheek as she wrapped her arm around his waist.

"You two look so handsome tonight, I think this calls for a picture." Caroline joined in, already getting up to get her camera.

"Mom, this is not high school prom, you know. And even if it was, you usually do that before you go out." Annie laughed as her mother motioned for them to stand by the door.

"Nonsense. You know I like to have pictures of the family around the house." Caroline replied. "And I think you already qualify as family." she added with a smile at Spencer.

"Thank you Caroline." Spencer said shyly.

Annie looked up at him and saw a blush creep up on his cheeks. "Alright mom, but just one picture. It's midnight soon and we want to get up on the roof. Scott says the view from up there is great."

20 minutes later they had gathered two bottles of champagne and a few glasses and had climbed the few steps to the rooftop. Little Jacob had conveniently woken up in time for midnight. So Lilly had bundled him up in warm clothes and put him in the baby sling were he could rest comfortably under her coat while the adults would ring in the New Year.

Spencer let his glance slide over the city as he stepped up to the railing. New York truly was the city that never sleeps, especially tonight. The whole city was lit up with lights and they could even see the New York Times building where the ball would drop. Despite the freezing temperature the rooftops around them were filled with people.

As he turned around he saw Robert line up the champagne glasses on a little table in the corner. By now some more residents of the building had joined them. Scott, Annie and Lilly were chatting animatedly with an older couple. As he stepped up to Annie's mother she turned her head and gave him a smile.

"Can I help?" he asked as he saw her struggling with the cork of the champagne.

"Oh thank you Spencer, I can't seem to get this thing open." Caroline chuckled and handed him the bottle.

He quickly opened it and proceeded to pour the sparkling liquid into the glasses. When he was done he felt Caroline's gaze on him.

"It's been really nice spending some time with the two of you." she smiled.

"I enjoyed it too." he replied, sliding his cold hands into his pockets. "Thank you for inviting me to spend New Year's here."

"No need to thank us Spencer." she shook her head. "Like I said, you're practically family now."

She took a small pause as she surveyed his face and Spencer gave her a questioning look.

"You know, you make my daughter very happy..." she added with a look at Annie who was sharing her usual banter with Scott.

Spencer followed her gaze and couldn't help but smile when Annie noticed it and shot him a beaming smile, the twinkle in her eyes causing his heart to skip a beat. Facing Caroline again he shyly bit his lip.

"Not as happy as she makes me."

Caroline gave an appreciative nod. She had liked Spencer Reid from the moment she met him and the past months had only confirmed her first impression.

"I can see that Spencer." she replied. "Maybe one day you'll be officially part of our family. If you know what I mean..." she added with a little wink.

"Spence!" Annie interrupted him from answering as she rushed towards him. "It's only two minutes till midnight!"

He smiled when she reached him and wrapped her arms around his neck. Her nose and cheeks were red from the cold as she kissed him, making him forget they were sorrounded by her parents and brother, who had just started handing out glasses to everyone.

"So, any New Year's resolutions?" she asked with a twinkle in her eyes as she took his hand and stepped up to the railing a couple of feet away from the others.

He shot an apologetic look at her mother who shot him an understanding smile, knowing the couple might want to have some privacy for their first New Year's together.

Spencer gave a little laugh as he pulled her close again. "Only to make you smile like that at least once every single day in the new year."

As Annie looked deep into his eyes it suddenly seemed like they were completely alone, the voices of the others starting their countdown faint in his ears.

"That sounds like a good New Year's resolution", she grinned back.

"What about you?"

Annie tilted her head, considering her answer for a moment. "The same thing you said." she laughed. Her face grew a little more serious as she gently stroked his cheek. "And to never make the mistake of not trusting you again."

"You know I'm yours." he replied, placing a kiss on her nose.

"And I'm yours."

"You know, I've never been kissed at midnight for New Year's." he admitted shyly.

Annie's mouth turned into a little smile. "Well then I guess we better make it count..." she whispered.

"FOUR, THREE, TWO.." sounded the voices from the others.

Spencer nodded his head as she stood on her tiptoes and pulled him closer, the shiver running down his spine definitely not from the cold.

"ONE!"

The crowd errupted in cheers as the New Year started. And when her lips met his he made another resolution to himself. This would be the year he would make her Mrs. Spencer Reid.

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