The weeks went by and Tony and Aaron grew closer. They spent as much time as they could between cases and Aaron being a parent. When the BAU was on a case they stayed in touch through skype, phone calls, and texting. Aaron didn't want to make some of the same mistakes he had in the past and he was grateful that Tony was letting him set the pace. He was also learning to open-up and communicate more. Part of that was the quiet, gentle prodding from Tony. Aaron reflected on how with Tony he didn't have to be Hotch. He was just Aaron. Even quiet nights at home watching movies, eating popcorn and making out on Tony's couch was more than he ever had with anyone else. Haley had always wanted to do something, be something he wasn't. He felt freer than he had in so very long.
There were times he fell asleep listening to Tony play and he'd wake-up to a blanket wrapped around him with Tony puttering in the kitchen. It was all so new and real and wonderful that it scared the shit out of him. He knew the one thing he wanted to do was introduce Jack to Tony. It was time, long past time.
"Got your message, is it a case?" Tony asked as he strode into Aaron's office and put down the cup of coffee he had in this hand and pushed it towards Aaron.
"No, well I'm waiting to hear about one, but that's not what I wanted to talk about."
"Okay, what do you want to talk about?" Tony couldn't help the nervousness he felt well-up inside him.
"I think it's time you and Jack meet."
"Oh, yeah." Tony's breath left him as he leaned down a little.
"Tony?" Aaron hoped he hadn't made a mistake. He thought Tony had wanted to meet Jack, they talked about it many times and it just felt like it was the right time.
"It's fine, it's fine Aaron. You just caught me by surprise. I want to meet him."
"Good, for a minute there...I, well I wasn't sure."
"Oh, god, I'm so sorry." Tony stood and came around the desk, leaned down and gently kissed Aaron. "I told you, I'm all in. I know how important he is to you and, while I'm not ready to say the big L word yet, I'm almost there."
Aaron smiled and cupped the side of Tony's face, "I'm almost there too. Are you free this weekend?"
"The only plans I have are whatever we plan together." Tony smiled before he leaned in and kissed Aaron again. "Just tell me where and when. If you get a case, we'll work around it."
"Okay. You'd better go before I keep you here."
"Hmm, I might not protest." Tony teased as he reluctantly pulled away.
Aaron watched him walk out the door and smiled as he leaned back in his chair. He wanted this to work more than anything.
"So, things still going well for you and UC DiNozzo?" Rossi had come in the office and plopped in front of Aaron's desk.
"They are."
"You are going to tell me to go away now aren't you?" Rossi smirked and Aaron just narrowed his eyes.
"Dave, stop prying. When you pry, you meddle."
"I like meddling, especially when it comes to you."
"I know." Aaron just shook his head and couldn't help the smile. "I'm going to introduce him to Jack."
"Oh, it's at the Jack stage is it?"
Aaron frowned and crossed his arms, "What's that supposed to mean?"
"I know you. You don't introduce Jack unless you know it's going to be serious. Hell, it took you almost a year before you let the kid anywhere near Jack." Aaron shouldn't have been surprised that Dave knew.
"You two hid it well, but I know you Aaron. You and Spencer didn't make a big deal about you two breaking it off, but you can't tell me it didn't hurt Aaron."
"It was weeks ago, Dave. Spencer is a smart man and I think if Tony hadn't walked back into my life we could have been happy. But... " Aaron relaxed as he smiled to himself.
"I get it Aaron. You do seem happier than you have in a long time."
"Thanks Dave."
Dave just chuckled as he stood and left Aaron alone with his reports and his thoughts. He was trying to figure out just the right place to have the two most important people to him meet.
The weekend rolled around and Tony was more nervous than he thought he would be. He was meeting Aaron and Jack at the park that the boy played soccer at. He slid on jeans and a polo shirt. He thought about how sports was good, he could talk sports with the kid and hopefully not screw things up too much.
Tony had never confessed to Aaron that he didn't really like kids. He didn't have very many good experiences with them and he always felt awkward around them. But, this relationship was worth the try, worth stepping out of his comfort zone for. He took a few deep breaths and tamped down on his nervousness. Finally, after putting on his sneakers, he was ready. Grabbing the bag of waters and snacks, he stopped hesitating and finally left his apartment. He had no more excuses to stall. Putting on his sunglasses, he finally walked out to his car.
The day was bright, but there was a nice breeze blowing off the Potomac. Tony tried to relax as he drove to the park, his heart pounding in anticipation. He made a quick stop for coffee, pastries and fruit. He wasn't quite sure what the little buggers ate during games, but he damn well wanted a pastry, especially getting up at the asscrack of dawn just to get to the park by 7:30 a.m. This was one time he might actually want to strangle Aaron for getting him out of bed so damn early on a Saturday. But then he remembered his lover sprawled on top of him, kissing him, hands under his shirt touching him, asking if he'd be there the next day. With that kind of incentive, how could he say no?
"Fuck DiNozzo, get your damn mind out of the gutter." He took a few deep breaths and tried to get himself under control. He did not think it would be appropriate to show up at a kids game sporting an erection. He almost laughed at himself for that.
Tony easily found the park Aaron had given him the directions to. As he parked and got out of the car he looked up and felt the warmth of the sun on his face and the gentle breeze was a wonderful contrast to the heat. He reached in his car and grabbed the waters and the food then walked to the south end of the park where Aaron said they would be.
When he got closer he saw a woman talking to Aaron. She had a hand on his arm and an almost predatory look on her face. Tony couldn't help the rise of jealousy that started in the pit of his stomach and grew worse as he got closer.
"Surely one dinner Aaron. I know just how much a good home cooked meal, made by someone else, can be a refreshing change. Plus, don't you want some, you know, adult time?"
"Oh, I think he gets plenty of adult time, don't you tiger?" Tony smiled his most charming smile as he walked closer to the two. "I mean last night alone…" Tony let the rest of what he was going to say drop, on purpose.
Aaron, thankfully, had a sense of humor. It was dry, and often hidden, but Tony had been learning how to bring out the man's playful side.
"Was it too much for you Tone?" Aaron smiled as he took the box of food out of his hands and right there, in front of the few mothers that had arrived, leaned in and kissed Tony.
Aaron pulled back and winked at Tony then turned back to the woman he was talking to.
"As I have been trying to tell you, Sharon, I am in a relationship."
"But Aaron, don't you want, you know, a woman to take care of you?"
"Frankly, no. Had a woman, she betrayed me by sleeping around. Tony wouldn't do that. Now, we have a game to set-up for."
Sharon spun, held her head in a very haughty manner and went to sit with a small group of four other women and glared at Tony and Aaron.
"Should I not have done that?" Tony couldn't stop the wicked smile on his face even if he wanted to.
"Sharon Mills has been a thorn in my side for the last two years. I've politely turned her down every time, but she and her friends have it in their head that I need a woman to come take care of me and Jack."
"Do I have to call out a hit squad on her?"
Aaron laughed as he laid a hand on Tony's shoulder, "No, you do not have to send out a hit squad." He leaned in and kissed Tony again. It was a claim and a declaration to those around that he was taken and had no interest in them.
"Are you sure you want to be seen kissing a man in front of these people?"
"I'm not going to hide Tony. Not anymore. You're too important to me to treat you that way." The two men were staring at each other for a few moments before he felt a hand on his leg.
"Jack, is everyone ready?"
"Yes Dad." The boy looked up and eyed the man in front of him warily.
"Jack, this is Tony, remember we talked about him?"
Jack just shook his head and leaned into his father.
"It's nice to meet you Jack. Your Dad talks about you all the time." Tony smiled at the boy as he held out his hand for Jack to take.
Taking a few moments to assess him, Jack finally took Tony's hand and shook it.
"Nice to meet you," Jack's voice was low and he seemed shy. Tony wasn't sure what to do and he felt slightly uncomfortable, but was determined to hide it. Aaron was clearly not trying to hide his amusement, which made Tony glare at him.
"Go on buddy, I'll be there in a few minutes and we'll get started."
"Okay Dad." Jack ran over to the team where they were practicing some passing moves.
"Well that was awkward and uncomfortable." Tony let out the breath he was holding.
"Give it time Tone. We'll have plenty of time after the game. Now I have some coaching to do. But, we'll go out for lunch and I know you two will end up liking each other. Even though I know you have issues with kids." Tony gaped at his lover as he walked away.
"Damn profilers." Tony grabbed a bear claw and his coffee then sat and watched the game, or more specifically watched Aaron, who was wearing running shorts. Tony just couldn't help the smile and the wicked thoughts that kept running through his mind, then he remembered where he was and blushed.
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Tony was hoarse and flushed after the game was over. He cheered on Jack and his team but his eyes kept going to Aaron. Well, more specifically he was watching Aaron's ass in his fitted shorts. Every so often the First Wives Club, as they came to be known in Tony's head, would look over at him. Most scowled, but one brunette in particular kept making eyes at him. He would just shake his head and turned back to watch the game.
He thanked every deity that he didn't believe in that the game was over and he could get away from the FWC. Tony chuckled at his thoughts and stood to go congratulate the kids on winning. He was looking down at the grass as he made his way to Aaron and Jack when someone stepped in front of him.
"I'm sorry, could you please get out of my way?" Tony looked at at the brunette FWC.
"You're one very sexy man. They said I shouldn't even try, but, mmm, mmm, mmm, you are one delicious looking male." The brunette swivelled her hips and smiled coyly. He saw out of the corner of his eye Aaron approaching.
"Look, I know that you think you're all Raquel Welch right now sweetheart, but you're coming off more like Sharon Stone in Basic Instinct. And I mean the psycho part, not the smoking hot blonde in her prime. Physically, you're more like Kathy Bates. So, how 'bout you just step the fuck off before I have to go all Al Pacino on you….honey." Tony smiled but it didn't reach his eyes.
Aaron moved behind him and wrapped an arm around his waist.
"I think you better listen to him Tonya." The woman glared at them then stalked off. "I know this is totally inappropriate, but fuck that was hot," Aaron growled in his ear, then kissed his temple. "Come on, team wants burgers."
Tony turned in Aaron's arms and kissed him, "Well, I got more where that came from, and burgers sound great." Tony followed Aaron to a local family style burger joint. He liked it immediately. When he slipped into his chair he noticed that Jack was sitting between him and Aaron. He smiled shyly at the boy as he took a menu.
He knew he needed to break the ice somehow and when he looked down at the boy he smiled.
"Great game out there Jack. Some nice footwork on the passing."
Jack looked-up at him wide-eyes. "You watched my game?"
"Of course I did. You know, I used to play basketball and football. I even got scholarships to college to play."
"Wow, you musta' been good."
"I did okay." Tony smiled and for once felt that his sports background was appreciated.
"Are you kidding Jack? Tony here was on his way to a big league team. One of the best College running backs I've ever seen." Tony looked up surprised.
"What? I watch college ball." Aaron smiled as he ruffled Jack's hair. The waitress came by and took their orders then was back with drinks for everyone.
"Decided to leave that detail out Agent Hotchner?" Tony raised a brow and grinned.
"Was just waiting for the right time Agent DiNozzo." Aaron smiled back at him, relaxed and happy.
Tony felt a tug on his arm and he looked down at Jack.
"How come you don't play no more?"
"Well, my leg was broken during an important game and I was out the rest of the season. When it healed I found out I couldn't play anymore."
"I'm sorry. Wanna play basketball with me? Dad put a hoop up on our garage." The little boy looked up with such hope that all Tony could do was smile and agree.
Jack warmed up to him after that asking all kinds of questions about sports. They made plans to go back to Aaron's, play a little basketball, Tony fixed dinner and they watched The Sandlot. By the time the movie was over Jack was falling asleep. Aaron picked him up and took him to his room and put him to bed. When he came back out he pushed Tony down on the couch and kissed him. He moaned as Tony wrapped his legs around him and thrust up against him.
Aaron was still in the shorts and tight workout shirt he had worn to coach the game. The thin material rubbed as Tony moved against him. His mouth never left Tony's as he encouraged Tony to open for him. He slipped his tongue inside as he ground against his lover.
"Tone," Aaron moaned as hands slipped under his shirt and touched and kneaded his flesh. "Shit, Tony if we don't stop…" His words were cut off by Tony pulling him back to his mouth.
Aaron couldn't help moving against Tony, it had felt so good and had been so long, even if they were still clothed, he moaned again as he was thoroughly kissed. Tony's hands slipped under his shorts and he was pulled harder against his lover. He sucked in a breath as he ground down and came.
Tony thrust up, keeping Aaron right where he was and followed a moment later coming in his jeans.
"Shit, haven't done that since college," Aaron teased as he buried his head against Tony's, panting. He felt the rumbling chuckle in Tony's chest and smiled.
"Neither have I. I think we need to change."
Aaron nodded as he stood and pulled Tony up with him. "I promise, next time, a little less clothes."
"I will hold you to that Aaron." Tony finally stepped away and went to take a shower. He had a go bag in his car and had Aaron run out to get it for him. After they were both showered and changed they curled up on the couch together and watched movies and talked about the day. Aaron was happy that the first meet with his son had gone so well. He just knew this was going to work out and that made him happier than he had been in a long time.
