Danny cocked his gun and smiled as he listened to Molly's pleading. Suddenly, his arm was yanked toward the ground as Sky latched onto it. His teeth breaking through Danny's skin as he jerked the man's arm. A shot rang out and hit the wall near Spencer.
It only took two shots, one to the chest and one to the head before Danny dropped to the floor. As if he knew, Sky let go of Danny's arm and scampered off to the side where he laid down completely exhausted.
Spencer kicked the gun away from Danny before running straight for Molly, while he re-holstered his gun. He placed his hands on her face, keeping care to avoid the bruise on her cheek. She was crying hysterically as Spencer grabbed something to cut the zip ties. By now the police had come in to survey what happened. Molly threw her arms around his neck as soon as she was free, clutching him for dear life.
"It's ok baby. Everything is ok," Spencer said as he held her tightly.
He felt Sky pushing against his leg. He looked down and saw the dog watching him carefully. Spencer reached out and rubbed the dog's head.
"Good boy," Spencer said as the dog laid his head on Spencer's lap.
The EMT's came into the room and asked Spencer to step aside so they could look Molly over. She scooted to the edge of the bed and let them check her injuries. Everything seemed to be a blur.
"Reid? Reid? Reid!"
Spencer snapped out of his trance and looked up to see Emily standing in front of him.
"They are taking Molly in for observation. Everything seems ok, but they want to be careful due to her pregnancy. Hotch and Morgan took your dog to see if they can get him looked at. Do you want to ride with Molly?"
He couldn't find any words all he could do was nod.
"Ok, I'll grab a few things and meet you there," she said.
(xxxxx)
Molly spent a few nights in the hospital as she recovered from her injuries. The stress she experienced caused her to go into early labor. Thankfully the doctors were able to stop it and Molly was able to go home with bed rest orders. She was allowed to go out occasionally, but should involve little to no stress.
Sky had been taken to the vet following the ordeal to be sure he wasn't injured. Turned out wherever Danny had gotten the tranquilizer it wasn't effective. All it did was make Sky drowsy for a short period of time before it wore off. If Sky hadn't recovered, Spencer would have probably been shot and possibly killed. He owed that dog his life.
The rest of the holiday season went by quickly and thankfully, uneventful. Molly started seeing a therapist once a week to get through the trauma of everything. It seemed to help immensely as her depression slowly began to fade.
Molly noticed Spencer had been acting secretive weeks before the wedding and she began to worry that maybe he had cold feet. Her depression had put a bit of a wedge between them. Not to mention with the bed rest and Spencer's schedule, they hadn't made love in well over three months. Molly missed the intimacy, but Spencer didn't seem to mind. He never made a pass at her. In fact, he barely kissed her, except for her cheeks or a quick chaste kiss on the lips.
It was the week prior to the wedding, when Molly decided to find out if Spencer still wanted to be with her. She knew he would be coming home from work soon, so she slid out of her clothes and sat naked in the bed. She looked down at her large belly that hid her vagina from view. She had tried cleaning it up as best as she could today, but it was really hard. She could barely shave her legs without becoming an acrobat.
She heard the door the apartment open and Sky ran from the room to greet Spencer. She heard him greeting the dog and placing his keys on the table as usual.
"Spence?" she called out.
"Yea," he called back.
"Come here, I want to show you something," she said feeling nervous.
Spencer walked toward the bedroom, the sound of his footsteps making her more and more tense. What would his reaction be like? Would he be excited? Uninterested? Disgusted? She wasn't sure, but she hoped it would be pleasant. He appeared in the doorway and his eyes grew large.
"Oh, well that wasn't what I expected," he said walking toward her.
"Is that a good thing? Or a bad thing?" she asked timidly.
"A good thing," he said smiling at her.
"It's been a long time, I thought maybe …" she trailed off blushing at him.
"Oh, Mol, I don't … think that's a good idea," he said frowning.
Molly felt the blush deepen to crimson. She pulled the blanket up to cover her body as she felt a wave of panic run through her.
"Oh … Ok," she said trying to hide her broken heart.
"It's not … It's not that I don't want to. I do. It's … the doctor … you're supposed to be on bed rest," Spencer stuttered.
"Ok, it's fine," she said trying to fake a smile.
Spencer could see how badly it hurt her. Her eyes were filling with tears and she was breathing heavier to hold back her real feelings.
"Don't cry," he said reaching out to place a hand on her cheek.
"I'm fine," she said as her voice shook with sadness.
"Molly, I love you," Spencer said leaning forward to give her a quick kiss.
Molly smiled and nodded, but the tears betrayed her and began slipping down her cheeks. She tried to wipe them away quickly, but it was too late, Spencer saw them.
"Molly," he said, his heart aching for her.
"It's fine," she said again as she scooted down to lay on her side, turning her back to him.
"No, it's not. Molly, listen to me, I want to be with you like that. So badly that I don't trust myself around you sometimes," he said.
"I don't understand," she sniffled.
"You are so irresistible that I find myself constantly trying to stop the thoughts running through my mind," he replied.
"Why?" Molly asked now turning to face him.
"Because if … if I do something that makes … that hurts the baby … Molly I wouldn't be able to live with myself," he said frowning at her.
"How would you hurt the baby?" Molly said as she reached out to take his hand.
"Sex can induce labor. I don't want to be the reason the baby comes early. I have a job to protect you and Reidlit. I can't be selfish and give in to my needs at the risk of hurting the baby," Spencer explained.
Molly could see the pain in his eyes as he told her all of this. She laced her fingers with his and pulled his hand to her lips. She gave him a soft kiss before placing it back down on the bed.
"I understand," she said gently. "I'm sorry I misunderstood the situation."
"Wait, what did you think?" Spencer asked furrowing his brow.
Molly felt embarrassed now by her feelings. She took a deep breath and sighed. "I thought that maybe you changed your mind … about wanting to marry me."
Spencer ran his fingers through her messy dark hair.
"Oh sweetheart I'm so sorry you thought that. Of course, I want to still marry you. I love you more than anything and I can't wait to proudly introduce you as my wife," he said smiling at her.
Molly smiled shyly back and leaned into the hand that cupped her cheek.
"Why don't I order some dinner and we can watch a movie?" he suggested.
"That sounds good," she said.
Spencer gave her one more kiss before leaving the room. Molly wished she'd approached the subject differently, but she was happy to know he still loved her. She grabbed her clothes, redressed, and waited happily for the return of Spencer.
(xxxxx)
The night before the wedding was finally here. Spencer and Molly decided to honor tradition and spend the night apart from one another. All the girls piled into the honeymoon suite that would become just Molly and Spencer's tomorrow night.
Currently, Penelope was blindfolded and trying her best to place the junk on the naked hunk posted to the door. The girls laughed hysterically as she taped it onto the man's kneecap. She pulled off the blindfold and frowned.
"Well, I was close," she said.
"Yea, so close," Emily mocked.
"Ok, smarty, your turn," she said handing the blindfold to Emily.
Emily tied the pink velvet blindfold over her eyes. She held her hand out and waited for J.J. to place the penis in her hand. She was spun three times and then she wobbled toward the door. As though she could see clearly, she placed it in the right spot.
"Of course, you would get it perfectly," Penelope said.
"What's that supposed to mean?" Emily asked spinning to face her.
"Nothing, just that you know your way around a dick or two," Penelope teased.
"Ouch, sounds like you're calling me a slut Pen," Emily replied as she handed the blindfold to Molly.
"No, not a slut, just … experienced," Penelope said as she sipped her fruity drink.
"I'd be insulted if you weren't close to the truth," Emily said with a frown. "Let's face it, I'm not the type to settle down. I wish I had a Spencer, but I'm too selfish for that kind of life. I'd rather enjoy a man for a while and then send him packing."
"Oh Emily, you're missing out on so much. If you find the right guy, it's incredible. Think about it, a best friend for life. Someone who makes you laugh, who is there when you are at your lowest, someone to share adventures with and to make memories with," Molly started.
"Deep beneath that hard exterior is a squishy heart that wants to find love," J.J. said as she poked at Emily's chest. "You just need to stop picking guys like Mick Rawson. The bad boy act gets old after a while."
"But I like the bad boys," Emily pouted.
"No you don't," J.J. said rolling her eyes. "You just hide behind them, so you don't have to be vulnerable. It's easier for you to call the shots to avoid heartbreak."
"Ok, when did this become an intervention? Can't we just weenie in a bottle or stick it in the hole?" Emily whined.
"Alright, alright, you win this round. But this isn't the last you'll hear of us Emily Prentiss. We will bully you into finding the love of your life," Penelope grinned as she wrapped her arms tightly around Emily, placing a kiss on her cheek.
"I look forward to it," Emily said sarcastically.
"Ok, next game," J.J. said as she lifted up the sheet of paper. "Swing your ding-a-ling."
(xxxxx)
The alarm went off much earlier than they had hoped. While none of them were hung over, they had stayed up far too late laughing and playing games. The big day was here though, which meant they had to start preparing. Molly was sitting in the chair getting her hair done, while watching Bridesmaids with the girls when there was a knock at the door.
"I've got it," J.J. said as she went over to the door.
The other girls heard a squeal. Peaking around the corner they saw J.J. hugging a brunette tightly. When they separated, Penelope let out a shriek and ran towards the woman.
"Alex!" Penelope cried as she pulled Alex Blake into her arms.
"Good to see you again, Garcia," Alex laughed.
"Come meet the bride!" Penelope said grabbing Alex's hand and pulling her over towards Molly.
The hairdresser took a break to let Molly get up. She blushed at her wardrobe of a white zip up hoodie and white sweats pants. She held her hand out and smiled at the sweet woman before her.
"Hi, Alex, it's a pleasure to finally meet you. Spencer talks very highly of you," Molly said shaking her hand.
"The sentiment is returned. It's nice to meet you as well Molly. I've heard a lot of great things about you and I'm so glad that Spencer finally has someone special in his life. Congratulations by the way," Alex said smiling at Molly's belly.
"Thank you," Molly said running her hands along her tight belly. "Reidlit is giving me a bit of trouble today. I suppose the excitement has gotten to the baby too. I've had so many Braxton Hicks' since last night."
"I remember those," J.J. said sympathetically, as she popped a grape into her mouth.
"You're welcome to help yourself to something to drink or eat," Molly said pointing to the counter.
"Oh, I'm alright, but thank you," Alex said politely.
"Come sit and tell us about how things have been," Penelope insisted as Molly went back to getting her hair done.
(xxxxx)
Molly looked at the clock and sighed. She only had another hour before the ceremony was set to begin. Her hair and makeup were complete, the girls were dressed and ready to go. They would be doing some pre-wedding photos shortly, but for now she just paced nervously.
"Shouldn't you sit down?" Emily asked as she took a sip of her drink.
"I'm too nervous and my stomach hurts. Reidlit is having a field day," Molly said as she rubbed the painfully tight belly.
"Can we get you anything?" J.J. offered.
"No, I'm alright. Thank you though," she said smiling half-heartedly.
As she was about take their advice and sit down there was a knock at the door. Molly walked over and called through the wooden door, "who is it?"
"It's Morgan, I have a delivery," he replied.
Molly opened the door to see a tux-clad Derek smiling at her, his teeth shining so white among his dark tuxedo. He handed her a bouquet of roses and a letter before walking into the room, quickly closing the door.
Molly walked over to the nearest stool and sat down to read the letter. At the pleading of Penelope, Emily, and J.J. she agreed to read it out loud. She attempted to read the first line and began crying, so Emily offered to read it for her. Emily cleared her throat and began to read.
"My dearest Molly,
I can't believe today I will finally be able to call the woman of my dreams my wife. As you know, I've spent most of my life driving down an incredibly bumpy and dark road. It seemed as though the world was punishing me for existing. There were many times in my life I considered giving up. I didn't see the point of living if it was continuously filled with heartbreak and devastation. I questioned my existence and place on this earth for many years.
Then one day, I saw this angel trying to pick groceries up off the apartment complex floor after the rain tore her grocery bag. Her beautifully wet dark brown hair, matted to her sweet face. Her brown eyes sparkled when they caught mine, her smile intoxicating, her voice mesmerizing. I knew immediately I wanted to know her.
Never did I expect to not only find my future wife, but my soul mate. I never thought you'd want to be with me and when we did finally become an item, I thought for sure you would run. But you didn't. You stayed and continued to hold my heart tightly in your hands.
I've watched you grow so much since the first time I met you. You are a strong, beautiful, inspiring woman and I am so honored and proud to call you my wife. Our child and future children are very blessed to have you as their mother.
You have sacrificed so much and dealt with more than anyone should. Sometimes I just sit back in awe of you and can't believe what incredible strength you have. That being said, I know this is a very hard time for you. I've spent months trying to figure out something I could do for you, something that would perhaps heal much of your tragic past. It was difficult, but with the help of our incredible family, I was able to find you the perfect wedding gift.
I will see you soon my love.
Forever yours – Spencer
Molly cried through the entire letter as expected. She blew her nose as Emily gave her a hug.
"Go open the door," Penelope said with a big grin on her face.
Molly looked at them and slowly made her way to the door, she touched the knob and looked back at the group who were all beaming at her. She noticed that Derek was holding his cell phone up, probably filming her for Spencer. She turned the knob and her face dropped in surprise. Her heart stopped and she stood shaking at the wedding gift Spencer had gotten her.
