Hey everyone, here is the next chapter. I'm sorry it's not longer but my lack of sleep caught up with me today. I hope this chapter is okay for you all.
Thank you so much for the reviews, I'm happy you like the Henry and Reid moments. I agree that the show needs more moments between those two. Reid is such a good godfather. Thank you again!
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A month a half later
"You doing okay?" Morgan asked Reid.
"I'm fine, just keep running. My physical test is next week and I need to pass it. I've passed my test to carry a gun again," Reid said before taking a little breath and continuing to talk. "I'm finally getting back to normal."
Morgan let out a big smile at Reid's words. Most of all, he was enjoying helping Reid get ready for his physical test, they had been going on jogs in the morning and when they could when away on cases. Reid had stumbled a few times on the runs but Morgan had made sure he was always there to help pick him up. It pleased Morgan that Reid was more accepting of help from the team, he had even started being more honest with Hotch. Morgan has also noticed that Reid's work and profiling skills had improved since the improvement with his legs. Reid had also gained a healthy amount of weight over the last month and a half, he had more energy and looked healthy.
"You will pass it. I've been the one training you. No-one I have ever help train has failed," Morgan said as they both jogged around the corner.
"Thanks for the added pressure," Reid said with a slightly sarcastic tone.
"Reid, just follow the instructions I have you and you will be fine."
"Changing the topic, how are things going between you and Garcia?" Reid asked.
"Great, she's amazing and I love being this close to her. My mother is over the moon, she has always loved having Garcia around," Morgan smiled back. "Hotch has no problem with out relationship, as long as it doesn't interfere with out work, we are fine. Garcia is just happy that Kevin can't come near you or her again."
"He won't be able to go near her for the next three years," Reid said quickly. Morgan detected the protective tone in Reid's voice and was glad to hear it.
"How are you feeling after Kevin?" Morgan asked.
"I'm fine, I'm relieved that he didn't hurt Garcia. It was better that he attacked me rather than her, I don't know what I would do if anything happened to her. She's been so kind and helpful during my recovery," Reid said.
"She's a unique woman indeed," Morgan said before he slowed down to a gentle walk. Reid also slowed down to a gentle walk.
Reid made his way to a nearby bench and sat down, he wiped the away some sweat from his forehead and leaned back. "She still won't tell me where she hid my coffee, I've looked everywhere."
"You still have some at work though, don't you?" Morgan asked.
"One cup in the morning but she's banned me from getting any more than that unless I need it to stay awake for a case. She's even got Emily, JJ, Hotch and Rossi on her side."
"You should know that you can't beat Garcia in this coffee war, you should accept defeat. You can't win against my girlfriend," Morgan chuckled as he pulled out a two bottles of water from the small backpack he had been jogging with. He handed one to Reid and encouraged him to start drinking. "You need to keep yourself hydrated."
"You need to help me get my coffee back."
"You want me to risk getting on Garcia's bad side. You are on your own there," Morgan laughed gently.
The next week
Reid tried to remember Morgan's words as he found himself running the agility and fitness course, his legs protested the speed that he was travelling at. He knew that he couldn't slow down, he couldn't fail this test. He had to pass, he wouldn't fail again. He didn't want to let the team see him as a weak person again.
'Pace yourself, don't push yourself. Steady breaths,' Morgan's voice echoed in his mind.
Reid slowed down a fraction and took a few steady breaths to calm himself. His lungs started to burn less as he controlled his breathing better. Turning the corner, a smile crept onto his lips when he heard Morgan and Hotch calling out words of encouragement. Reid smiled as he found himself crossing the finishing line. Reid slowed to a small job before stopping completely. He lowered himself to the floor and sat against a tree.
Hotch and Morgan both made their way over to Reid with a bottle of water.
"That was great, Reid," Morgan said as he patted Reid on the back. Reid tried to talk back but found himself too out of breathe to talk.
"Take your time and have some water, I'm going to go see if you passed," Hotch nodded before leaving and making his way over to the lead instructor.
"Thanks...for your..advice," Reid gasped gently as he began to regain control of his breathing.
"You did really well, did you have any problems?"
"I stumbled going up the hill but I managed to keep myself going."
"Any pain in your legs?"
"A little but I've had worse," Reid said.
Hotch came back over to Reid with a stoic expression that worried Reid, he watched as Hotch kneeled down next to him and put a hand on his knee.
"I failed?" Reid said in a slightly upset voice.
"Reid, I'm really sorry," Hotch sighed. "Reid, you passed."
A smile came across Hotch's face as he watched realisation come across Reid's face. Reid smiled as he realised that he had passed his test.
"Don't ever do that again," Reid laughed gently.
Two hours later
Hotch walked with Reid and Morgan into the bullpen area. Reid was called into Hotch's office. Reid carefully placed himself into the chair near Hotch's desk and watched as Hotch took his place behind the desk.
"Reid, you are now passed for active duty in the field. You are also cleared to carry a firearm, I'm very proud of you, Reid."
"Thanks," Reid said. "I'm just glad to be back to normal."
"Reid, I want you to be careful out in the field. As your boss, I want you to inform the team if you need help and I want you to inform me if, at any time, you don't think you are capable of going into the field. Can you promise me that you will do this?"
"I promise, I don't want to risk the team. I'll tell you," Reid agreed.
"You are cleared for active duty, Congratulations Reid," Hotch smiled as he stood up and shook Reid's hand. "Come on, let's go let Garcia know."
Reid followed Hotch out of the room, he was slightly confused when Hotch led him up to the BAU room. The confusion disappeared when Hotch opened the door to reveal the team and a banner saying congratulations. Reid let out a small laugh as he spotted the table was full of cupcakes and treats.
"Congratulations!" Garcia cheered happily before she wrapped her arms around Reid and pulled him into the big hug.
"I'm so proud of you," Garcia whispered in his ear.
"Thanks Garcia," Reid whispered back before giving her a small hug.
"Careful with that hug, pretty boy," Morgan joked playfully. "She's my girlfriend."
"She may be your girlfriend but she's my best friend."
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