Chapter 12
By the time they got back to the FBI Headquarters, it was almost 1 o'clock in the morning. Although, they caught a nap on the plane, working on three cases in row has taken a toll on the team physically and mentally, so the three days vacation was definitely welcomed. Morgan, Reid and Rossi went straight to their cars as soon as they arrived and left. JJ, Emily and Hotch stayed in the office to put their stuff away and check their messages.
After half an hour, JJ said her goodbyes to Emily and Hotch. Emily reminded JJ about their appointment at the spa and that she will call her later.
Emily went back to her desk and waited for Hotch to get done. It wasn't long before she heard Hotch call her name and asked her if she was ready to go.
"Yeah, I was just waiting for you."
They walked together to the elevator and to the parking lot.
"I'll just need to get some clothes, and then I'll meet you back at your place." Aaron said.
"Alright. I'll see you then. By the way, here's a spare key to my place."
Aaron smiled wide and bent down to kiss Emily.
By the time Aaron got to Emily's place, he found her asleep in her bed. He smiled at the sight before him. He knew how worn out Emily was so he decided to just change and join his lovely Emily in bed. He turned off the light and pulled Emily to him so that her head is resting on his chest. He inhaled her familiar scent and closed his eyes. It wasn't long before both were asleep.
The following morning, Hotch was the first to wake up. He looked at the woman laying next to him, sleeping peacefully and he had to smile at the comfort and contentment that he feels. He carefully extracted himself as to not wake her because he knew how exhausted she's been. After washing up, he made his way to the kitchen and prepared breakfast.
Emily woke up to the smell of bacon, eggs and coffee. She also felt the strange coldness she has not felt in the past few nights since she and Hotch have been sharing bed together and to wake up and not feel his warmth, felt weird and empty.
Emily immediately got up and made her way to the bathroom to freshen up. She carefully made her way to the kitchen not making any footsteps noise. She wanted to watch Hotch and just enjoy the sight in front of her. When she could no longer resist, she walked over to Hotch and wrapped her arms around him.
Hotch turned his body so that he is face to face with her. He smiled and then captured her lips. The kiss lasted for minutes until both had to break for air.
"Good morning, Agent Prentiss. Did you sleep well last night?"
"I sure did, Agent Hotchner. So why didn't you wake me up?"
"I knew you were really tired so I thought another half hour or so wouldn't hurt. Plus, I wanted to cook for you. Go and sit down, I'll bring the food over."
"I can help."
"Nope, just go and sit. I'm at your service."
"Okay."
Hotch brought the food and coffee and then sat down with Emily.
"Aaron, you make the best breakfast. So what do you want to do today?"
"I was thinking of getting a new bed?"
"A new bed? Why, is there something wrong with the bed you have now?"
"Well, that bed is the one that Haley and I shared. I just thought that it would be inappropriate on my part to have the same bed when you come and sleep over."
"Oh Aaron, I swear you are so sweet and thoughtful." Emily smiled and reached over to hold his hand.
"Well, it's the right thing to do and I want you to feel at home when you're in my house. And also, I was hoping you wouldn't mind picking the bed sheets and stuff in the bedroom. Just make sure it's not so girly girl."
"I do feel comfortable with you and I feel safe. And yes, I will make sure I don't pick anything too feminine."
"So, we didn't get a chance to talk about this last night, but what did Officer Johnson want from you last night?"
"I was wondering when you were gonna get to that."
"Hey, what's a man supposed to do when he sees a man approaching his woman?"
"Well, Officer Johnson asked me if I was staying another day because he wanted to take me to lunch, and then to a basketball game and show me around Raleigh. Apparently, North Carolina is playing Duke."
"I knew he was interested in you. What did you tell him?"
"I told him that I was sorry because I'm going home and I thanked him for the invite. I didn't tell him that I had a boyfriend because I just didn't want it to be an issue with the team still there. And only JJ knows about us. And I'd like to keep it that way for now."
"I know. It's just hard to see men approaching you and asking you out, because they think you're single. But I understand. Actually, it's flattering to know that I'm the one you are coming home to."
"You see, I knew there's a reason why I'm with you besides the great sex." Emily said laughing.
"I thought it was also because I'm good looking, intelligent and sexy." Hotch had gotten up and pulled Emily to him.
"Well, those things too. You know I'd love to make out with you some more but if we keep going like this, we will never leave the house and not get a bed." Emily said in between kisses.
"You're right. So why don't you go upstairs and get ready. I'll clean up here."
"Are you sure? I mean, you cooked breakfast already."
"I'm sure. Women take forever to get ready, so go and hit the shower."
Emily gave Hotch one more kiss before running upstairs to the bathroom leaving him with a big smile on his face.
