Chapter Ten

"Ok, so from what Penelope, Emily and I found out Gabbie prefers white gold, and I something simple, but elegant would be appropriate."

Listening to JJ's statement Spencer could still happily admit he still didn't have a clue what he was looking for, hence the reason he'd asked JJ to help him find what he was looking for. Despites the rarity of gaining departmental leave Spencer had managed to get the female members of his team to give up a few days, though once they'd learned the reason why they'd been more than happy to volunteer. Therefore while Garcia and Prentiss had taken Gabriella away to a health spa for a few days JJ had spend yesterday and today shopping with him.

"I appreciate the help JJ, but I've still clueless."

"Ok Spence, I need you to think. What does Gabbie like?"

"I know her favourite stone is sapphire, and she likes hearts."

Watching JJ think over what he said Spencer was beginning to think that he'd never find the ring he was after, he couldn't count the number he'd seen in the last day and a half. However, despites that none of them seemed right whenever he thought of the woman it was intended for. The one thing he was certain of was that once he found it he would know, it was just a matter of finding it.

It had only been three weeks since he'd been discharged from the hospital and a week since he'd been back at work yet, once he'd heard about the departmental leave everyone was getting he'd thought it was the perfect opportunity to carry out his task. During his time in the hospital and his medical leave he'd come to realise just how important Gabriella had become to him, when he thought he was going to die he'd found himself wondering of all the things he'd wished he done in his life. It was then that he realised the thing he most wanted was to spend his life with the grey eyes woman, even start a family with her which was something he never thought he'd want.

Hence, his current search for an engagement ring for her, if he managed to find one he was hoping to propose next week on their one year anniversary. An event which his three female co-workers had been happy to help him plan for, once he'd told them of his intentions.

"I know the perfect place, come on."

Following JJ's form through the busy streets Spencer found he could barely keep up with the blond as she quickly weaved through the crowd, eventually leading them off the main front of shops onto a side street. Seeing the thinner crowds here Spencer was wondering where JJ was taking them when she stopped in front of a moderate jeweller, a bright smile on her face as she turned to him.

"This is where Will and I got our rings when Henry was born, I've been buying bits and pieces ever since. When you told what Gabriella liked I knew where I'd seen the perfect ring."

Seeing JJ was pointing at something in the window Spencer moved over to see what she was pointing at, having to return the triumphant smile she was sending him as he acknowledged that she had indeed been right she had just found the perfect ring.

Days later

Pushing the door shut Gabriella pressed the button on her key to lock her car before looking over to where her store stood, hardly believing that she was here at 9 o'clock at night. The alarm company had rung her an hour an ago to say that the alarm had been set off however, taking in the store she could see no signs of the alarm going off. However, seeing as she was already here Gabriella decided there was no harm in checking everything was ok, though she guarantee the alarm company would be getting an earful if it was.

Feeling the night pressing in on her Gabriella was glad to see that Carla had remembered to put on the nightlights in the store, at least she wouldn't be walking into a completely pitch black store. Wrapping her arms closer around herself as she made her way over to the store Gabriella found herself wishing Spencer was with her however, the BAU's departmental leave had been cut short that morning with them being called away on a case.

Quickly unlocking the door to the store Gabriella knew the layout of the store like the back of her hand however, the moment she stepped into the place she knew something was different. Taking a moment to look around Gabriella soon saw that all the tables from the cafe had been pushed to one side leaving an open area. However, it was the soft glow of candlelight scattered around the store that froze her. Stepping further into the store Gabriella could feel her pulse racing as she wondered what was going on.

Coming to stand in the centre of the newly cleared area Gabriella now became aware of the scent of cherry blossom, how that she could see the tables she could see the bunches of the small pink flower placed on each one. Seeing the flowers Gabriella felt her puzzlement increase even more, the delicate flower was her favourite and there were few people who knew that. As if on cue a small bunch of the flower appeared in front of her, even without turning she already knew who it was behind her. Accepting the flower Gabriella turned to see she was right as looked into soft brown eyes.

"Spencer, I thought you were on a case."

"I am, right now I'm working the most important case I've ever done."

Wondering what was going on Gabriella had a moment to take in the smile Spencer was wearing before she realised that music was playing, the sound filling the store. Although she was still slightly puzzled Gabriella found herself offering no resistance as Spencer took her hands and they slowly dance. Giving into the moment Gabriella took in the words that reached her, wrapping her arms tighter around Spencer's form as she took in the message he was giving her.

Even as the music stopped Gabriella could only stay holding him not wanting the moment to end however, feeling Spencer pull away from her Gabriella didn't stop him. Looking into his eyes Gabriella had to smile touched by what Spencer had done.

"I know at times I'm not the easiest person to get on, and the worry my job puts you through, but despites everything you've stood by me. Since I meet you I've never felt so complete and I know I will never stop loving you."

Feeling the tears that were threatening to come to her eyes as Spencer's word reached her Gabriella felt them ready to spill over as Spencer kneeled in front of her.

"Gabriella Brennan will you marry me."

Feeling the tears spilling down her cheeks Gabriella knew she needed to answer, but she couldn't seem to find her voice nothing coming out every time she tried. Eventually managing to squeak out a low yes Gabriella could see the smile which broke out on Spencer's face as he heard her answer. She was so stunned by what was happening that she barely felt the ring that slipped onto her finger. However, the sudden twirl she found herself in brought her back laughing to the here and now finding herself looking back into joyous eyes.

Wiping tears from her face Gabriella happily kissed her now fiancé as he took her face in his hands, pulling back from the kiss Gabriella suddenly realised the events of the night and realised that Spencer couldn't have been alone to achieve it all.

"Alright guys you can come out."

"Told you she'd realise."

Laughing as she heard Penelope's voice Gabriella watched with surprised as all the BAU team appeared from the area behind the cafe, even David and Aaron were present. What was even more surprising was the cake and drinks that they'd brought.

"Garcia wanted to celebrate our engagement the moment it happened, hence everyone being here."

"And what if I had said no."

"Oh Angel-Cake we knew you wouldn't, who could resist our Boy Wonder. Now come on I want to see the ring, Spencer wouldn't show me."

Laughing at Penelope's wording Gabriella soon found herself surrounded by JJ, Penelope and Emily as they came to congratulate her and to see the ring. Realising that this also her first chance to really look at Gabriella felt her breath catch as she took in the ring, send in white gold was a deep blue sapphire perfectly cut into a heart while two diamonds sat on either side of the stone. Taking a moment to glance over towards Spencer she managed to send him a loving smile before finding herself being hugged by each of her friends.