Title: Hiding Place
Author: Trista Groulx (dustytiger)
Rating: T (same as the show)
Disclaimer: I don't own CM, it belongs to CBS et al. And I don't own the song that inspired this fic Serena Ryder and her record label do. Don't sue I am just a lowly barista.
Summary: Reid wakes up to find Prentiss curled up to him. Where will their relationship go?
Notes: Posted a little early today and it'll likely be later tomorrow. I think this is one of my favourite parts so far. You'll see why about half way through. Let me know if you liked it. More Prentiss/Reid fluff yay!

Darling can I touch your face? And let your eyes fall into loves embrace, Forever isn't far, It's coming soon

Prentiss sighed softly as she fell onto the park bench a few blocks from her mother's. Reid sat down next to her and pulled her into his arms. She let out a tiny sound the resembled a purr, glad to be in his arms. She was glad for the warmth and comfort of her boyfriend. They had just been at one of her mother's charity galas, which was the last place she'd wanted to be that night. She knew they probably looked out of place at the park, him in a tuxedo, while she wore a formal red ball gown. It was a halter style dress with an A-line skirt, and it had no back. Wearing the dress was one of the only parts of the evening she had enjoyed, that and seeing the look on Reid's face when he saw her wearing it.

They had spent the whole evening being introduced to various dignitaries and other movers and shakers from the Washington DC area. Most of the business men they had been introduced to already seemed to know who Reid was. All of them had told him about the various oppurtunities available for a man with his talents at their companies. They all told him how much more he could earn working in the private sector, and there was a part of Prentiss that felt like they had been set up by going together, openly, as a couple.

The whole time they had been at the event she was amazed by his tact in the situation he was faced with. Every time someone tried to offer him a new job he would kindly explain that he didn't work for the money, he was looking for something rewarding. Most of the business men didn't seem to understand why he chose his path, but Reid always accepted the business cards, explaining if he ever found himself in need of a job he would keep them in mind. She had never seen anyone reject so many people so well in her life, and she was glad that he did.

Prentiss had been annoyed by the whole display. She knew her mother thought that their jobs didn't pay enough, and wanted her daughter to be with a man who could take care of her. She was glad when the event was over, and she could go home. She had been civil the whole night with her mother, but told her she wasn't feeling well in order to not have to stay longer as a family obligation. She was relieved in a way that her mother had, in her own way, approved of her choice in dates, but she still didn't appreciate her meddling in their lives.

"I'm so sorry, Spencer," she told him. "If I had known she would do that I never would have changed our plans for the evening."

"It wasn't that bad. I got to watch you in that dress. You look amazing, by the way, and we were able to dance, which we've never done before. That was nice, and the band was good," he assured her.

"I guess it wasn't all bad, but I know you had something planned for this evening."

"My plans weren't set in stone, really Emily I know it was a challenge but it wasn't terrible."

"You're sweet to say that."

"I did enjoy myself, although I suppose a lot of it had to do with my date. Besides, if I ever find unemployed I'll have some options.

She laughed. "Would you really want to work for any of those men?"

"Some of the research positions didn't sound completely horrific. If there was a reason why I would have to leave the BAU."

"Thank you for taking this all in stride. But I know you. You had something planned for tonight. It's our six month anniversary, and my mother ruined it."

"She didn't ruin anything. She just forced me to put it on hold."

She smiled at him before kissing him softly. He sighed happily at her touch. He wrapped his arms around her waist and pulled her closer to her. They deepened the embrace for a long moment before they remembered they were sitting on a park bench, and didn't want to give any passers by a show. They both smiled at her each other, and he tucked a piece of her curled hair behind her ear. She closed her eyes the second he touched her, but she was still grinning.

"That's the most beautiful expression in the world to me," Reid whispered.

She giggled, "that's not what you told me last night."

He smiled at her. "Okay, I admit I enjoy that expression too, but for different reasons. You look so beautiful tonight Emily."

"You mentioned that Spencer," she reminded him.

"I guess I have because it still amazes me that a woman as stunning as you would want to be with me. I felt like those men who write romantic pop songs tonight."

"Spencer…"

He put his fingers on her lips gently to silence her. She smiled at him softly. He was staring into her eyes and she tried to look away, but he held her chin gently. He kissed her cheeks softly, telling her without words how much he loved her.

"Did you know your eyes light up when you are truly happy and at ease?"

"You are the only person who has ever told me that before. I guess no one else has ever made me so happy before."

"I'm glad." He looked behind her a little. "Hm, what's that?"

"What?" she asked worried.

He smiled at her softly, then brushed his hand along her hair. She smiled at him softly as ,he ran his hand along her cheek.

"This," he told her, a ring appearing in his hand.

"Spencer!" she gasped.

"This is what I had planned for tonight, it was just delayed. I know it seems early in our relationship but I know I'll never fin andyone I'll love like I love you again. If you say yes tonight I'm going to be committed to you as if we have been married already. Whatever kind of ceremony we might have to have to appease our families. Tonight – what's left of it, is all about us. Emily Prentiss will you marry me?"

"Yes," she whispered.

Both their hands were shaking as he placed her ring on her finger. She stared at the piece of jewellery for a moment, not fully believing it was hers, and that it was going to be on her finger for the rest of her life. She knew that he knew her better than anyone else just looking at the ring he had given her. She was worried no one would understand why he hadn't bought her a diamond solitaire. She was not looking forward to explaining to her friends that this ring was perfect. It was white gold with a large ruby stone, surrounded by two smaller ones.

"You chose rubies?" she whispered.

"I did. I knew don't like diamonds. You only own one diamond necklace and you only wear it when you see your mother, for sentimental reasons, I assume. If you had had blue or green eyes I would have chosen sapphires and emeralds accordingly. Since you have brown eyes and brown gemstones are lackluster I found it more difficult to match your eyes. But rubies sparkle like your eyes when we're together and they show fire and passion just like you."

"That's beautiful, and so is this ring. Wow, it's exactly what I would have chosen for myself."

"I'm glad you said that. Emily I meant what I said. From today forward I'll consider you my wife."

"I know Spencer, and I feel the same way. But if you thought tonight was over top, just wait until you see what she wants to do for our wedding."

"I'm trying not to think about that. I'm trying to focus on the fact you agreed to marry me and how we are going to make the rest of tonight about us."

"I have an idea or two as to what we could do." She kissed him deeply.

"Is that really all you want to do?"

She nodded. "You already gave me the perfect moment that I'll cherish for the rest of my life. You proposed using a magic trick, and presented me with a ring I've been wanting for a year. Nothing will be more special to me that tonight. I love you so much Spencer Reid."

"I love you, too Emily Prentiss."

"Prentiss-Reid," she corrected.

"Really?"

"Yes, even if it's only between the two of us for now."

"I never thought you'd want to take your husband's name."

"I was never really sure honestly. I know it would be difficult at work if I used just your name. But I want everyone to know you're my husband."

She leaned in and kissed him softly. He smiled pulling her a little closer. They pulled away a moment later not waiting to get carried away at a public park. He didn't want them to be arrested that night. He glanced up at the sky. His mind was still racing. He couldn't believe she had actually agreed to marry him.

Reid never thought he would find a woman as amazing as Prentiss, and he never thought anyone would agree to marry him. She had made him so happy in the short time they had been together.

They began to walk back toward her truck. It amused Reid to watch her getting into the truck, dressed in evening wear. He kept his hand on the small of her back as they walked. When they got to the truck he opened the door for her, as he always did, and after they got comfortable in the vehicle he took her hand. He then brought her hand to his face, and kissed her fingers. She smile at him sweetly. Neither of them was thinking about telling their friends and family their news yet. They wanted to focus on each other until they had to return to work.

End part 7

Notes: I hope you enjoyed this part! I told you there would be more fuzzies. Next up it's Reid's turn to turn to Prentiss.