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Chapter Fourteen

Twirling in the deep blue dress Prentiss had to admit that the bridesmaid's dress was comfortable despites her initial reservations upon seeing the dress choice JJ, Garcia and Gabriella had decided on. Having been unable to go with her friends when they had first gone dress shopping it was now during their first fitting that she'd gotten to see what the dresses looked like, both JJ and Garcia refusing to reveal anything about their choice. However, taking in what she saw in the mirror she had to admit that the dress choice was certainly a good pick by her friends, the strapless bodice with its light scattering of gems was figure hugging while still allowing easy movement. The lower par t of the dress flowing in loose folds around her before ending just above her ankles, allowing her to see the blue strappy shoes they'd be wearing.

Turning as she saw JJ and Garcia come out in their own dresses both looking equally pleased as they each took turns to twirl around in front of the other before turning to face her.

"So Emily what do you think?"

"Great choice guys, I could exactly get use to this style of dress."

Watching JJ and Garcia move their dresses about a little as they got them more comfortable Prentiss felt herself wondering about Gabriella. Apparently they hadn't had any luck finding a wedding dress when they had come shopping together however, when Gabriella's sister had flown in last week to get her own dress fitting they'd finally found one. Therefore none of the three BAU females had seen the wedding dress and each of them was eager to see the dress Gabriella had settled on.

Hearing the curtain to the stall that Gabriella was in slide open Prentiss turned towards the final member of their party, having to smile as she took in the nervous woman before her. Despites the reassurances of her sister that her choice was perfect Gabriella had been nervous all that morning at the idea of showing them the dress. Taking in the woman before her Prentiss knew from the quiet gasps behind her that JJ and Garcia were thinking the same thoughts as her; the dress Gabriella had chosen was prefect and when Reid saw it he really would think Gabriella was an angel.

Strapless in design the bodice style dress emphasised Gabriella's frame nicely while the light rouched detail led the eye to the jewelled flowers that decorated the side line of the dress, starting from the top to finish at waist height. While from the top flower sheer white material wrapped around her shoulders, covering her upper arms and body in a sheer curtain. The skirts of the dress flowed in a white waterfall of material around her body, pooling on the floor around her.

"Oh Gabbie you look beautiful, the dress is perfect."

"You really think its ok?"

"Sweety I can guarantee that Wonder Boy will love it when he see you."

Hearing the reassuring comments Garcia and JJ were giving the auburn haired woman Prentiss voiced her won reassurances, glad to see their comments had returned the confidence that Gabriella was known for. Truthfully she couldn't blame the woman for being nervous, it was ever day you were planning your wedding, and with just under six months left before the wedding they needed things to be falling into place. However, she had no doubt that come the big day everything would turn our fine for Gabriella and Reid, after all she did have the support of herself, Garcia and JJ.

Later that day

Joining in Emily's and JJ's laughter as they watched Penelope add the final part to the cocktail she was making Gabriella didn't fail to notice the chuckling form of her uncle as he left them to it. Making a note to repay her uncle for the favour he was doing Gabriella had been touched when he offered them the use of the bar for a get together before he opened for the evening shift. After accidently overhearing a phone call she'd a few nights ago with Penelope about getting everyone together for a drink Gabriella had to politely decline stating that while Spencer was dependant on his crutches they couldn't possibly join them on a night out. Hence her uncle had allowed them the use of the bar for a few hours; they could still enjoy a few drinks together and not have to worry about Spencer having to get around in a club.

"Alright guys, time to try my secret mixture."

Accepting the glass offered to her Gabriella was glad to see that both JJ and Emily were also taking careful glances at the green mixture, trying to figure out what exactly Penelope had put in it. Having seen some of the more adventurous drinks Penelope had tried on previous nights out Gabriella knew there could be anything in the mixture before her. However, seeing the expectant look Penelope had on her face Gabriella decided it couldn't hurt to try, taking a sip of the cocktail she noticed Emily and JJ following suit. Surprised at the slightly fruity taste the drink it had she had to say that it was pretty good, taking another sip Gabriella could see that she wasn't the only one who appreciated the taste.

"I'm definitely up for seconds Penelope."

"That goes double for me."

"I'll triple that."

Joining the laughter of her friends Gabriella watched as Penelope began mixing another round of cocktail, obviously happy with the success it had had. Making her way through her drink Gabriella swirled her stool around as she heard the door to the restaurant opening, although she was pleased to see that David, Derek and Aaron had all managed to make it she found it was the sight of one certain individual that made her really smile. Seeing the returning smile Spencer send her as she looked towards her Gabriella watched as the male members of the party settled at a table nearby, smiling a little as Derek took Spencer's crutches to put them on the table behind them.

Hearing JJ tell Penelope to bring over the new batch of cocktail Gabriella joined the request by asking her to pass over some drinks for the men, although the girls might be willing to enjoy the cocktail she had a feeling the men might pass on the drink. Walking over to where Spencer and the others sat Gabriella wasn't surprised to hear them already in conversion, pausing long enough to greet the women and get them joined in the conversion.

"How the fittings go?"

"Surprisingly well, there are a couple of adjustments needed to be done, but it was only a first fitting. So did you ask him?"

Seeing the avoidance Spencer was giving her at her question Gabriella could only look with amusement at the attitude, despites being back at work for nearly a month Spencer had yet to ask Derek to be his best man. Hoping that Spencer might take the opportunity to ask Derek during the suit fittings that the men had been to this morning it was obvious that Spencer was still reluctant to ask in case the older agent said no. Deciding to give Spencer a little encouragement in the matter Gabriella cast her gaze towards the agent in question.

"Well now's your chance. Derek, Spencer's got something he wants to ask you."

Turning at the sound of his name Morgan looked questioning at Gabriella and Reid, taking in the pointed look Gabriella was giving a nervous Reid. Wondering what was going on Morgan knew that the remaining members of his team were starting to turn their attention towards the couple, they too interested in what Reid had to say.

"What's up kid?"

"I was wondering if you'd be my best man."

Taken back by the request for a moment as he registered what Reid had just asked him Morgan knew he must be looking surprised. There was no denying that he considered Reid a good friend, heck he'd do anything to look after the over agent and after everything that had happened in the last few years he'd come to value the friendship they'd formed. However, despites that he had never expected Reid to ask him to his best man, though it would explain why Reid had been acting strange all month. Always looking like he wanted to ask him something, and then changing his mind before he did. Realising that everyone, not only Reid was awaiting his response Morgan knew despites his surprise he would be happy to be best man truthfully it meant a lot that Reid had asked him to take the part.

"Sure kid I'll take the role, but you'll be having one heck of stag do I can promise you that."

Laughing at Derek's reply Gabriella felt the waiting air disappear before giving a 'told you so' look towards Spencer, having to smile at the acknowledging look he send in reply. Feeling a hand take hers Gabriella was happy to return the hold before they both once again joined in the conversion.