Love, Infatuation, & Mistrust Chapter 4
A/N: Slight sexual theme... Drugs are also mentioned! Not so angsty! This chapter focuses a bit more on Alex and Reid, but of course the beloved team is in this chapter! I do warn, there is a calm before the storm! The team will eventually disappear for like a few minutes and come back in FULL FORCE! It is necessary to get the emotions across!
I don't own criminal minds or the characters, just the Alex chick and her friend! Oh yeaaaa and the random people created to fill in some of the holes! Thanks for the reviews and the follows! I'm still surprised that I'm not the only one who like this stiry so far!
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Spencer woke up first. He looked down at Alex, using his lap as a pillow. "Alex," Spencer nudged her softly and groaned tiredly. He still wasn't ready to wake up, and he realized that he would be late to work. Alex slowly got up and blushed. 'That's awkward. Falling asleep on a man's lap. Wait, not just any man.' She thought back to yesterday and smiled. 'I have a boyfriend. Well, unofficially, but he's still there.' Spencer realized that he didn't bring his phone. "Oh this isn't too good," Spencer muttered. "What isn't?" Alex asked. "I don't have my phone. You see, my team is probably breaking down my door right now," Spencer muttered. Alex giggled. "That's kind of sweet, you know?" Alex said. Spencer smiled, "Do you have to go to work?" Spencer asked, he really didn't want her career to be messed up because of him. "Actually, I work afternoon shift today, so let's get back to the building. Before your team calls a city wide search for you," Alex yawned.
Just as suspected, Reid saw the SUVs. Spencer dropped her off at her door with her giving him a small soft kiss.
"I'll see you later Dr. Reid," Alex smiled. "Same here, unless I get a case, Dr. Romanov," Spencer smiled awkwardly. "Fair enough," Alex agreed. "Bye," Spencer said as he walked away from her door in a daze. He couldn't believe how quickly his life changed because of a simple flu. Spencer walked up to his floor drowsily. He noticed JJ first. She saw his haggard look and said, "Guys I got him." The rest of the team silently came out of his apartment to see if it was really him. Spencer didn't say anything. He just walked in and turned off the blaring alarm. "Reid, you okay?" Morgan asked. "Um, yea. Sorry. I overslept," Reid admitted shamefully. "Overslept where, Spence? We were looking for you!" JJ said with worry. His hair was mussed everywhere with leaves in them and his clothes were slightly damp. "Um, outside. At the park," Reid admitted even more embarrassed.
"Spencer, you know that the doctor said your immune system was low. These are perfect examples of what could get you deathly sick," Hotch said sternly.
"Do we need to get you a babysitter," Rossi said with the same stern voice.
"Yeah, Reid. You nearly gave us a heart attack," Emily chided. "I'm going to call Garcia," Morgan said.
"Look, I'm sorry. I was just sitting on the bench enjoying the silence, and I guess I fell asleep." Spencer explained. He really didn't feel up to arguing. He hadn't felt this relaxed since he was three, and that was the last happiest year of his life. "How about you just take the morning off," Hotch sighed, remembering what Dr. Romanov said about Reid's prehypertension, or pre-high blood pressure. Spencer nodded as the team filed out of his apartment. That was when Spencer heard his phone buzz with a text message.
It was from Garcia.
~You Better explain this!~
Attached to the message was a picture of Reid and Alex sitting on a bench.
Spencer decided to reply before she told the whole team.
~I will, only if you promise not to tell anyone on the team.~
Five seconds later, her reply came.
~Fine. PG out!~
Spencer sighed and decided to call Alex, although he just saw her.
"Hey Spencie," Her sweet angelic voice made him smile.
"Hey, Alex," Spencer said. Everything still felt surreal. "Do you want breakfast?"
"Sure! I would love to, because I'm starving. What about the BAU, I thought you had to work?" Alex asked.
Spencer laughed and said, "Well, I get the morning off. Since you didn't eat dinner yesterday, I figured I could kinda make up for that, if you want. You don't have to." Spencer said nervously.
"Spencer, I would love to!" Alex laughed.
"Oh great! I'll, um, stop by your door, okay?" Spencer said with a huge grin.
"Alrighty!" Alex sang and hung up.
'Spencie?' Spencer thought. 'That's a new one for me.'
Spencer brushed his teeth, and took another quick cold shower, against, Dr.'s orders, and took his phone and keys, and left his apartment. Spencer took his time going to her apartment, so she would have time to get herself ready. Once he reached her door, he knocked. "My door is open, young one!" He heard Alex yell from inside the apartment. Spencer opened the door, and locked it behind him. "Hey," Alex greeted breathlessly. "Hi, again," Spencer smiled shyly. "You know you shouldn't keep your door, unlocked. People can break in," Spencer informed her. "I bet they would, but I don't need to worry. My dad would find me," Alex said. "And when I tell him about you, then he would find you too," Alex winked while she tapped the the tip of his nose. Spencer smiled, "How would your dad do that?" Spencer asked with enthusiastic curiosity. "I don't know if you want to know my sweet prince," Alex called while fetching her purse. "Why? Your dad can't be that bad," Spencer asked. "You see, sweet young one, I know you love your job. If I tell you then you'll have to choose between your job and me. I refuse to let that happen, so you're better off not knowing," Alex responded while grabbing Spencer's hand. "Come on! Breakfast goes by a little too fast for my liking," Alex said while pulling Spencer after her. Spencer chuckled while she literally dragged him out. Alex was short compared to Spencer, this time she didn't wear heels. Spencer was surprised at how short she was. Five feet four inches. Spencer's mind calculated. "You're short," Spencer said at last. "And you're exceptionally tall," Alex retorted causing Spencer to laugh. "I like it when you laugh," Alex said blushing. "And I like it when you're happy," Spencer replied as they walked into the coffee shop. "Hi there, how may I help you?" The teenage female blonde asked at the counter. "Um, two coffees and -" "No, one coffee, for me and a tea for him." Spencer looked at her in shock. Alex just smile innocently, and Spencer caved. "Alright then, I would take a bagel, what would you like?" Spencer asked. "Hmm, I would like pancakes!" Alex grinned.
"Okay that would be seven dollars and thirty-eight cents," Said the cashier. "Here's your receipt, sir!" She exclaimed. "Thanks," Reid said as he paid for their breakfast. Once breakfast was received, the duo sat down in a secluded booth. "So, what happened with the team when they saw you? Because you looked like you feel asleep next to some homeless guy, or you got jumped and was knocked unconscious," Alex question eyes shining with laughter. "I think they thought the same exact thing,"Spencer replied. "Really? Why?" Alex asked interested. "Because, I'm not the strongest guy in town. I mean, look at me and my colleagues. Even the girls can fight better than me. I'm all brains," Spencer said with a brooding look in his eyes. "Oh, I wish you never told me that!" Alex exclaimed. Spencer stared wide eyed at her. 'This is it. She's leaving me.'
"W-why?" Spencer stuttered. "Because, remember when I told you that if I told you about my dad it would make you choose between your job and me?" Alex questioned. "Yeah," Spencer said looking down. "Look at me, Spencer," Alex demanded in a motherly voice. Spencer obliged. "I'm not leaving you. I just want you to be protected. My father's life isn't the best one out there. People may go after him. To get back at him, some people may come after me, but since I'm linked to you, then they might come after you. I want you to learn how to defend yourself," Alex requested. Spencer took in the new information. "You still won't tell me what your father does?" Spencer asked. "No, I won't. Your life is way more important to me, but I need to know that if anyone comes after you, that you will tell me. And baby, where ever you go, I'll go. That's why I am requesting that you learn how to fight. My trainer can teach you," Alex explained, "He's been training me since I was able to walk." Spencer thought for a while. 'Was she really worth this new life? Would he really need the extra stress on him?' "Okay, fine," Spencer said, coming to a conclusion. "You told me once that I was worth saving, right?" Spencer recalled. "Yes," Alex agreed. "Then you are worth fighting for," Spencer said, with more determination. Alex stopped eating and leaned forward and kissed him, this time, Spencer kissed back. When they finally broke a part, they both grinned foolishly at each other. "You, are an amazing kisser," Alex complimented. "Thanks, and so are you," Spencer blushed nervously. They both got up and Reid threw away her trash. One thing his mother did teach him, was to always be a gentlemen. Spencer opened the door for her and she thanked him as she walked out. "Okay, so we can train together during the evenings and weekends when you are not on a case. I will not let him push you too hard, since you are prehypertensive. What do you think?" Alex asked. "Sure, as long as you're there. Since I don't know what I'll be defending myself for," Spencer agreed. Alex wrapped her arms around Spencer's waist as his arm wrapped lightly around her shoulders. They continued the short walk back to the apartment building and Spencer dropped her off at her apartment. Spencer entered his own apartment and put on a tie for work. He made sure to repack his go-bag and started the decent walk to the BAU.
Once he arrived, he showed the guards his badge and walked into the elevator. After a minute or so, Reid reached the familiar bullpen. The stares from Morgan and Emily made Reid self-conscious, but the stare from Garcia was absolutely terrifying. "Reid. My Cubicle. Now!" Garcia demanded. Morgan and Emily shared confused glances as Reid complied. Once Reid was inside the tech analyst's dojo, he was pushed onto one of the chairs. "Okay, Reid. Who is she?" Garcia asked seriously. "You mean you didn't get a glimpse of her face?" Spencer asked surprised. "Sorry, but somebody was towering over her," Garcia said pointedly. "Okay. She's the doctor. Remember, Dr. Romanov. I called her, and we were supposed to go out for chinese, her request," Spencer admitted.
"And why weren't you at the chinese food place," Garcia demanded for more. "Well, um, she told me that she was the one who gave me that bear with the box. She thought that it was the worst gift to give to me, and that I probably would've had gotten better from someone else. That's when I told her that there was no one else outside of you guys. My anger at my dad, just came back, and I guess she noticed. So she made me sit down and talk about it," Spencer explained in a hurry. Garcia smiled, "Awe, what else?" Spencer stared at Garcia skeptically. "Hey, we were looking for you for hours, I think I deserve a story, especially after all the worry you gave me!" Garcia defended herself.
"Okay, okay, Garcia. I apologized for ruining the mood of our little outing. She was telling me that it wasn't just for fun. That she really wanted to get to know me. You know, the real me. She tried to make me feel better by saying my mother could take care of herself, but that's when I told her that my mother was a paranoid.." Spencer hesitated, "Yea, well, I guess I just tensed up, because I expected her to leave the minute she found out. But she didn't. She kissed me. And she said, that she wasn't going anywhere. Whether I was sane, or Insane. She gave me hug, and that's when I realized how deep that note was and how much it was actually true. I always held happiness, but with her I let my guard down, and I was.. At peace. She told me I was worth saving, and we sat there until, I woke up. I didn't know we fell asleep," Spencer blushed lightly. Garcia smiled happily and looked at Reid in shock. "Oh, sweetums! I'm so happy for you! You know you don't have to hide these things from us!" Garcia laughed. Spencer blushed. "I guess you're right but how am I supposed to even mention it. I never really thought I would have to tell the team. In fact, I wasn't planning on it," Spencer said with a nod. He really wasn't planning on it. "Well, White Sugar, luckily for you I am so gonna tell everyone!" Garcia got up and ran out of the office towards the bullpen. "What? Garcia, NO!" Spencer squeaked as he ran after her. "Morgan! I got the information you wanted!" Garcia sang happily.
"Garcia, you promised!"
"Oh sweet cheeks, I promised that I won't tell them about what I found! Not everything else that you told me!" Garcia giggled.
"You tricked me?" Spencer squeaked once more as he blushed. "Tricked isn't the word I want to use. More like lack of details, or perhaps a play with words," Garcia laughed. "Baby Girl, what is going on," Morgan said smiling at the juvenile behavior between his best friends. "Junior G-man here has a ladylove, that he was sooooo not going to tell anyone about! My babies found out for me!" Garcia explained. "No way!" Prentiss exclaimed. Spencer blushed heavily with embarrassment. "Whoa, is that where you've been all last night? Pretty Boy, you really are getting some!" Morgan walked over a clapped Reid on the back. Reid was even redder than he thought he could become. JJ walked out of her office looking at a blushing Spencer and sounds of jovial banter between Morgan, Prentiss, and Garcia. "Oh JJ, you wouldn't believe this!" Morgan laughed. "Pretty boy, here has finally got some!" JJ's eyes were wide with shock as her mouth fell open. "JJ, don't listen to him, he just jumped to conclusions!" Spencer defended himself, he really didn't want to have another sex talk because of Morgan. "Garcia, you know the truth, don't let Morgan corrupt all of it!" Spencer pleaded.
"Alrighty sweetie, I'll tell them everything!" Garcia exclaimed. "So Reid, calls up that Dr. Ladylove, as Morgan loves to call her, and she asks him out! Instead they get into a deep depressed discussion, and she confesses her love to our baby boy! Oh, and she stole a kiss!" Garcia exclaimed as Prentiss awed. JJ was just shocked. She wanted to be happy for Spencer, but she couldn't help but feel slightly hurt. 'He moved on,' JJ felt a piece of her heart crack. 'Be happy for him. Don't ruin this for him,' JJ demanded herself. "My Man!" Morgan clapped Reid on the shoulder. "No, offense, but she's a hottie! I thought Lila was hot, but nope, you keep doing better each round!" Morgan exclaimed. JJ felt slightly jealous. 'She actually looks better than me too,' JJ thought as she suddenly felt
self-conscious. Spencer smiled shyly and a small blush crossed his cheeks. "Awe! He's blushing!" Emily cooed as Garcia ran to hug him. "Only because you keep codling!" Spencer pointed out as he tried to escape Garcia's attacks of love. "We have to meet her, officially as a family, not a geeky team!" Garcia gushed. "JJ! You wouldn't mind helping out with the plans right?" Garcia asked excitedly. JJ forced a smile on her face, although it didn't quite reach her eyes. "I'm your girl!" JJ said almost as chirpy as she could act. Luckily for her, the other profilers were still smothering Reid. Garcia grabbed JJ by the arms, and dragged her towards Garcia's Lair.
Once the door was shut, Hotch came out to see why everybody was yelling, and why Reid looked nervous. "What's going on?" Hotch asked, making sure no one was upsetting their youngest. "Nothing," Morgan lied smoothly. "Garcia, just started up an exciting conversation, but we had to explain certain aspects to Reid," Morgan explained, perfecting his lie. When Reid looked relieved, Hotch almost smirked. "You are the worst liar, Morgan. Whatever you guys are doing, keep it sensual," Hotch said as he walked back into his office. "Why didn't you tell him!" Prentiss exclaimed. "Well, Papa Hotch worries too much, so if she can pass our test, then she can bear Papa Hotch, and Mama Rossi." Morgan shrugged and sat in his chair. "W-what test?" Reid asked nervously. He has been an only child with a sick mother. He always made his own decisions. "To, see if she's good for you Reid, what else?" Emily said calmly. "Why, would you do that? I'm sure I would know?" Reid asked curiously. "Well, Pretty Boy, love blinds us all. That's when your family and friends come in and check this ladylove out. We can see incompatibility more than the eye of the beholder," Morgan explained. Reid nodded, although he was still uncomfortable, and decided to get started on his paperwork before they get hounded with cases.
(At the hospital)
Dr. Romanov was walking down the long corridor. She couldn't keep a smile off her face. In her world, she has the best boyfriend a girl could ask for. 'I feel like I'm seventeen again!' Alex thought. She couldn't believe she kissed Spencer on the first date. 'I got us past most of the awkward moments, but are we together? I'll let him decide.' Alex turned the corner and immediately Cameron was right there smirking. "What?" Alex asked trying to act nonchalant. "Oh, nothing. Just that I called you. No one answered. I think you and I should know what that means," Cameron said raising an eyebrow. "Or maybe I actually went to sleep last night, like normal people," Alex retorted. "Were you with Dr. Ried? Does he have a big-" "Cameron! NO! Stop it! We are in a hospital!" Alex yelped blushing. "Just answer the question!" Cameron hissed. "We didn't do anything like that! He's tantalizing yes, but will he have the courage? No. Well, at least not yet. I think we are trying to get to know each other's background history before we take that extra step. Although, if he asks, I will not say no to that!" Alex giggled and walked away to start her clinic cases.
"Hello, Mr. Webstener, how are you today?" Alex asked professionally with a nice smile. "I am doing quite swell. I just want to get a physical before I go on my annual trip to France," Mr. Webstener explained wiggling his eyebrows. Alex knew he was trying to allure her into his little trap. "That's nice, but I would prefer Russia. I don't like romance and fashion," Alex lied easily. "Oh. Russia? Wow, do you speak?" Mr. Webstener asked. "Actually yes, I do. That and Italian. So, stand up straight as I take your height," Alex instructed. She followed the rest of his check up fairly quickly, before departing ways with him. She then had to help a little boy get marbles out of his nose, and give a baby her shots, which literally broke her heart. Around five in the evening, she decided to take her lunch break. She sat down across from Cameron. "Hey Alex! Been thinking about Dr. Reid?" Cameron asked. Alex sighed. "Yes, I wonder what he's doing right now," Alex said taking a sip of her coffee. "Hmm, maybe he is drinking coffee, or talking to that blonde lady, um Agent Jay? Something like that," Cameron dismissed pulling her jet black hair into a pony tail. "Or.. maybe he is thinking about you!" Cameron exclaimed. "I don't know. I mean it would be sweet, but with his type of job, you can never be sure. Do you think I'm controlling over him? I've been thinking a bit, and I've demanded so much from him, and we just got together," Alex said leaning back into her chair. "Um, he seems submissive actually. Does he need to take charge?" Cameron asked, brows furrowed in deep consternation. "Well, he is submissive, but I think we should be fifty-fifty. You know about my dad, and my life. I didn't tell him about any of that, but I told him that we will learn how to fight together. Even though I already can, I just want him to be able to defend himself. I mean what if he gets killed?" Alex asked fear evident in her eyes, but not in her voice. She learned long ago that if it's in your voice, those who are eavesdropping will turn around and get into your business. That was the last thing she needed. Like Spencer, this was her Great Wall. "Alex, you and I know this isn't the place to talk about this," Cameron said looking around, scanning for anything or anyone that seems out of place. "I know, you're right. After work, maybe?" Alex almost pleaded. She wanted to make the right decisions concerning Spencer. "Well, what time do you get off tonight?" Cameron asked. "Um Seven tonight," Alex answered gathering her coffee. "I'm off at 6:30, how about I wait for you in my car, okay?" Cameron suggested. "Yeah, alright," Alex sighed and got up. "So, when is your next date night?" Cameron asked trying to lift up the somber atmosphere. "Um I don't really know. I'll let him decide, since I have been calling at least eighty percent of the shots," Alex giggled. "You guys look cute together," Cameron stated. "You've never seen us together, Cam!" Alex lightly pushed her. "Actually I have, when he was staying here with the flu," Cameron proudly informed. "You are so nosey!" Alex said as they stopped at her office. "I'll see you at seven girlie!" Cameron exclaimed. "Oh, alright!" Alex said exasperated. Within the two hours, Dr. Romanov wrote up her reports for her supervisor/ mentor to overlook and packed up for the day. As Alex walked to Cameron's car, Alex smiled. Cameron was one of the only people she could talk to about anything.
Cameron let Alex in the car and drove off before talking. "Okay, now let's talk about this," Cameron stated seriously. "I don't want to get Spencer killed. He's a sweet guy, but he doesn't need to be hurt in any kind of way all because of who I am!" Alex exclaimed. "Girl, relax. You ain't trying to eat him. This is actually a battle he can fight. You deserve to be happy," Cameron said while taking a sideways glimpse at Alex. "Yes, but in my own selfish way, he could die," Alex said. She could almost feel herself succumbing to tears of frustration. "Okay, Alex. Think of it this way. Who does he have in his life?" Cameron asked. "Um, his mom and his team. Oh! And his team member's children," Alex sighed. "Okay, so apparently he doesn't have much of any real family. Where is his mom?" Cameron asked. "Um, I don't think he would appreciate it if I actually told you," Alex said softly.
"Okay, well either she's in jail, or the nut house, which means he can barely visit her," Cameron concluded. "He needs you more than you need him. He's alone most of the time. He must've been bullied, because when I went in there while he was sleeping, he curls into himself, which tells me, he tends to shy away. That's what happens when you're an introvert. Alex, I've read his file. He's been through hell. While I won't tell you since you want to find out from him, I'll tell you this. If it were any of us, that had to endure what he has, we'd team up and kill every mother fucker that's hurt us. Dr. Reid though, became someone who could catch those who couldn't handle the pain and snapped. I know that you are trying to do what's best for him, but maybe you being together is what's best, for the both of you," Cameron said softly with a smile.
"I have to tell dad, once this gets serious. He's a FBI agent, Cam," Alex sighed thinking about Cameron's advice. "As long as he has no part in whatever your family does, then he has nothing to worry about. He's not an accomplice in some stupid murder or what nots," Cameron sighed. "Just let him meet your parents, and all will be good!" Cameron laughed. Alex looked at Cameron before grabbing her purse and busting out into the giggles. They drove to the apartment complex and Alex looked up and saw the light from his window. "He's home, today," Alex smiled. "What are you going to do, show up at his door?" Cameron joked. "Yep!" Alex said as she ran out the car. "Oh, yeah, you're so very welcome Alex. You don't have to thank me enough," Cameron said sarcastically as she sped off.
Alex quickly went to the mailboxes to find Spencer's last name. When she saw 'Reid,' She looked at the room number, so she knew exactly what room he'd be on. Eight floor room 857. Alex jumped into the elevator, and hit the number eight and waited impatiently. When the small ding went off, she quickly walked down the long corridor until she found his room number. She knocked three times and waited for Reid to open the door. She heard a slight yell from inside the apartment saying, "Coming!" Alex stifled her giggle. When the door opened, Alex flew herself onto Reid, catching him by surprise with a kiss. Reid backed up dragging her with him, and closed the door. To his surprise, he didn't fall over. Reid slowly kissed her back, and then released her. "Hi," He said simply. "You stopped our kiss to say hi?" Alex giggled as Reid blushed. "Sorry," Reid smiled ruefully. "That's what I love about you though, so don't be sorry," Alex stated as she gave him a hug. She actually liked the fact that her head barely reached his chest, but to a point where she could hear his heart beat. Reid slowly wrapped his arms around her and leaned over to inhale her scent. "Um, have a seat," Reid said as they released each other slowly. "Thanks," Alex said as she took a seat on the couch, placing her purse on the floor. "Uh, Would you like coffee?" Reid asked. "Oh! Yes, please!" Alex chirped making Reid walked over to the cabinets and realized that all his coffee was missing. He looked for the coffee grounds he spent all month collecting and realized that they were gone. 'Damn over protective team,' Spencer frowned. He thought for a second and smiled mischievously. He had a secret stash in the pantry with the fake put the coffee pot on and it started brewing almost immediately. He poured her a cup and brought the cream and sugar, with him, just in case she likes her coffee a certain way.
"Thank you, but I remember recommending no coffee for a certain Doctor," Alex winked. "Yeah, well I'm a bit addicted," Reid said truthfully, as Alex began to giggle. "I won't stop you, as long as you drink one cup of relaxing tea a day," Alex compromised. "I wished you would have told Hotch that. You know they got rid of the coffee machine. I had the biggest headache because of caffeine withdrawal," Reid shrugged. "Oh, I'm sorry, but last time I checked, you were on your way to haven high blood pressure," Alex winked. "I guess you're right. So, how was your day?" Reid asked. Alex thought about it for a moment. She wasn't sure if she should tell him everything, but she decided that she would, except for what she told Cameron. "Well, there was this guy. He tried to hit on me, I guess. He was rich and he was talking about taking me to France," Alex said looking at the floor. Reid felt, a type of anger boiling in his chest. Or was it… Jealousy? Reid couldn't tell, but he could swear that he felt his heart crack. Alex looked up and into his eyes, and could see the pain, so she decided to continue before he was truly hurt. "I, um, well, I blew him off, by saying I'd prefer Russia, which took him by surprise. I also told him I speak Russian. He gave up. I'm not going to lie, he was pretty arrogant, and I would never date such a guy," Alex said. Spencer looked at Alex, brows furrowed. "You considered it?" Reid asked meekly. Alex mentally slapped herself. 'Dammit I forgot he had low self-esteem!' "No, never, but I knew his intentions, and I wanted to have my reasons to reject him, just incase he directly tries to ask me out. Although, I would say 'I have a boyfriend,' I would prefer it if I was sure, first," Alex stated, taking Spencer's hands trying to reassure him. "Oh," Spencer said softly. "What else happened today?"
"Well, Spencer, I had to dig marbles out of a kids nose, and give a baby some shots. That was the hardest thing all day. The baby cried so much, it nearly broke my heart,"Alex shuddered at the thought of the memory. "What about you Mr. FBI?" Alex asked nudging him with her fist. "Nothing, just paperwork, today," Spencer sighed. Although he loves paperwork, he love being in the field a bit more. "Did you know that cows moo in different accents according to where they live? Kind of like how we talk?" Reid stated politely. "I didn't, until now," Alex smiled. "Oh, well I'm sorry," Spencer said looking down. "You know, I don't think that you ramble facts because you think you're better than me. I think it's your way of making us equal. Like, you want to talk about something I may not have knowledge of, so you give me a few facts and statistics, and with the new-found knowledge, we can actually talk about it," Alex smile scooting closer to Reid. "How come you're not a profiler?" Reid asked with a smirk. "Because, the government would hate me," Alex laughed, "I'm sorry, but I had a total rebellious stage in high school and let's say, I'm surprised I was even able to find job at a hospital. I'm surprised you're not working at a Hospital, Dr. Reid," Alex also joked. "Well, what can I say. I'm a bit of a germaphobe, so why would I want to work where the mean bacteria per cubic foot in uncarpeted hospital rooms is 9.79, the median is 10.6, and the standard deviation is 3.21. The range is 9.9 and the variance is 10.3?" Spencer shrugged. "So instead you choose a place where you might have cases on farms," Alex pursed her lips, raising an eyebrow. "Don't be sassy, Dr. Romonov!" Spencer laughed as he pushed her softly. "Well, my apologies, Dr. Reid, but you are the smart ass in this relationship!" Alex said before she could catch herself. "Wait," Spencer said thinking. "W-we are in a relationship?"Spencer cocked his head to the side and looked at Alex quizzically. "I-I mean, I thought, since that night at the, the p-park, that-" Spencer stopped her sentence with a soft, yet passionate kiss. "Would you like to be my girlfriend?" Spencer asked shyly, his cheeks turning a light pink. Alex stared at Spencer with shock. She was absolutely breathless. Since she couldn't find the words, she just nodded her head, and she embraced him with all her strength. The air left Spencer's lung as she made impact with his body. By the time oxygen came back into his lungs, she attack his lips with such fiery passion. Reid almost moaned as she pulled him closer to her. Spencer slowly followed her as she pulled him on top of her. New to this feeling, Spencer nearly lost himself in euphoria. Their kiss deepened as he held himself just barely above her, so to not squish her. She moaned slightly as she felt him harden, and Spencer noticed. As much as Spencer enjoyed the new feeling, he pulled away, giving her a soft kiss. They both blushed at their not so honorable actions. "You are a tease, Dr. Reid. Don't blame me!" Alex giggled lightly. "What? You attacked me with the whole hug and kiss thing! Sorry, Missy, but I think your actions speak louder than your words," Spencer also laughed. "Whoa, whoa, whoa, Maybe you shouldn't have gotten on top of me, pressing your body on me!" Alex defended herself. "Oh, you think I just threw myself on top of you? Well, you are a pretty strong woman. You pulled me into that position, and I tried my best to not squish you, so I know that I didn't press my body on you, in any way. In fact, if I hadn't ended it, you would still be wanting more!" Spencer argued with a smile. "Did you know that you're the only guy who would stop a make-out session?" Alex said raising an eyebrow. "I am probably not the only guy, maybe the only one that's in a relationship with you, yes," Spencer said with pride. "You're so silly," Alex laughed. Spencer smiled shyly and took deep breaths. Their hair was slightly tussled from the movements, and both were breathing slightly heavier than normal. Alex crawled into Reid's lap and rested her head on his chest. Her legs resting on the other side of the couch. Reid absent-mindedly began to run his fingers through her hair, which was quite soothing.
"Tell, me about your team please?" Alex said softly, sighing in content. "Sure," Reid said softly.
"Hotch, is the second oldest member on the team. He is also, my boss. He rarely smiles or blinks. He has a son. The only time when I see him truly smile is when Jack is with him. Hotch seems invincible, although he is human, but to me, he is like our father.. He makes sure that we are safe first, and then he goes after the unsub. Morgan, is my best friend. In fact, he is one of the only best friends I actually have. Morgan is extremely loyal. You can always count on him when you need help. Sometimes he can be annoying, like a big brother, or so, but he truly loves the people in his life. He makes breaking down doors seem easy."
Alex giggled as the added piece of information.
"Then, there's Emily. She's one of the newest member, but she fits in perfectly. She's an ambassadors daughter and she was the only one I could watch movies with in different languages. She's older than me, but sometimes she knows how to have fun. She has a heart of gold and determination. She can takes hits. She is also smart, very smart, never judge her from her looks.
"Garcia, is the quirky one, but don't tell her I said that. She always brightens up our day with her smart remarks or creepy nicknames. She flirts with Morgan a lot, but they're just playing. Well, as far as I know. You can never miss her in a crowded room. If it's an all white event, she'll come in neon pinks and green.
"David Rossi, is a quiet guy. I think I annoy him, but he won't tell me. He is the oldest member of our group and is highly respected. He is stealthy like a cat. He stays in the background, but once spotted he'll creep upon you and attack. He tries to act like he's annoyed with the younger teammates, but we all know he loves us. He is also intelligent. We all learned so much from him.
"Lastly, there's JJ. JJ and I have an interesting relationship."
"What do you mean?" Alex asked.
"We went on a date a couple years ago. I think she enjoyed herself, but I didn't so much," Reid answered.
"Why didn't you, she's beautiful," Alex said.
"Well, yes, I guess you're right, but she was just too nice and I was too shy. She is like the sunshine of the BAU, that's just how she is, but when we were dating, I felt that she was using the same techniques on me that she would use for the victim's family. I don't like being pitied too much. She tried to protect me from every little thing. I guess she forgot that I was a profiler and thought I wouldn't notice her thinking everything she said before she said it. I just settled her as one of my closest friend. We got even closer, after the Hankel case. In fact, in my opinion, we became more like brother and sister. We protect each other, and now I'm comfortable to talk to her," Reid finished.
"What's the Hankle case?" Alex asked. She could feel Spencer's heart speed up from her position on his chest. Spencer swallowed nervously. "You don't have to tell me," Alex said softly. "No, I want to. I don't want to keep any secrets away from you," Spencer whispered. Alex nodded. "There was this UnSub who we were chasing. He was a delusional serial killer with DID. He thought he was his father, Charles, and the archangel Raphael. He was also himself. He was addicted to Dilaudid, but he made his own drugs. Anyways, JJ and I was sent to ask him about the serial killer, because he called saying that he saw the man. So JJ and I was sent to his house. Thats when we found out that he's the killer. I made the stupid decision to split up, and ran after him. I got kidnapped and apparently, JJ was attacked by dogs. For two days Charles beat me, and Raphael forced me to chose who lived and who dies. I was drugged by Tobias. He said it would help, and it did. Eventually I died from Charles beatings which lead me to a seizure. Tobias revived me. Then, Raphael made me choose which team member should die. I chose Hotch due to our debate on Narcissism. Hotch got the hint. I had to dig my own grave, and I ended up killing Tobias. And the team found me. I became a drug addict afterwards," Spencer felt his hands begin to shake as he vividly remembered the sweet relief flooding through his veins.
"No," Alex said feeling the slight shake in his hands. "When did your team decide to help?" Alex said softly, helping him take his mind off the sweet effects and back into why he left it in the first place. "Uh, they didn't. I found my own support group, at a narcotics meeting for law enforcement," Spencer sighed sadly. He never thought he would have to find his own support system. He always thought his team was his support system. Now, Spencer wasn't so naive. Now, Spencer knows that sometimes, they won't be there for him. "That's not right, for your co-workers. Especially if they say you all are like family," Alex said softly. Reid went back to running his finger through her silky, soft, thick hair. "Yes, I understand, but I could've been fired. I know that we say we're like a family, but after realizing that not one of them would try to help me, even if I gave them hints, I knew that we're just friends who have to have each other's back in the field. Outside of work, you're not their responsibility. We are there for each other, but all in all, they have their own lives to live," Spencer finished reasonably. "You have a life to live too, Spencer," Alex murmured. "Well, before you, all I did was write letters to my mom and Lila, and read books," Spencer shrugged. "Whose Lila?" Alex asked curiously. "Well, she was a victim during a stalker case, and I guess we kinda fell for each other, but I ended it. I was even shyer around her. I keep in touch as a friend now." Spencer answered. "Enough about me, I'm boring. May I hear a story or two from you?" Spencer asked with childlike innocence.
"You're so young!" Alex said placing an arm on his chest. "I'm 27, as you should know, but I'm about to turn twenty-eight in a few weeks. I'm slightly older than you, Spencer. June 12, is my birthday. I have two loving parents and an older brother, Leonardo. We are Russian, and I was such a daddy's girl. He trained me to fight at a young age. He always said, 'You never know who you may be, or when your life may be put to the ultimate test. I want you to be ready for anything.' My mom made sure I acted like a lady, but she also taught me to never show fear. My parents taught me how to be observant of behavior so I would be able to protect myself from anything. I was kidnapped at thirteen, but I was prepared, and trained well. It didn't affect me like it would have any other child. I fought my way out before anything horrendous could happen, and soon the guy was captured. That's when my parents knew that I was ready to be on my own. So they taught me about independence. All these teachings were used against them when I became a teen in high school. I was quick to point out my parent's lies and I didn't care what they thought. In my world, I knew everything. I had a few boyfriends, but only those who were strong enough to beat up anyone who dares to challenge them. My friend, Cameron, she is now a doctor, like me. She showed me the right way, but not until after I had sex with Charles." Alex felt Spencer tense up. "I regret it, but then I try not too, because life is too short. I got pregnant, but I miscarried. I was seventeen years old. I sometimes think about the baby and I wonder how he or she would be like today if it lived. I decided I would wait for the right guy. You know, maybe God said that now wasn't the right time." Alex looked up at Spencer. "Keep going," He whispered encouragingly. "Okay, well I was upset about the baby, so I went on a rage. I broke into Charles's house and smashed everything. I guess I blamed him. I also skipped a lot of days of school. When I was 19 my family was attacked. My dad was shot three times, and my mother was shot once. They both survived, but my dad swore revenge. That's when I realized that I didn't want to be like them. My brother followed in their footsteps, but Cameron and I decided upon being doctors. So, we decided to buckle down and study. Our dads were best friends so they paid our way through medical school. Here I am now, a doctor. I had a few boyfriends, but I dumped them because I was focused on finishing school. Now I met you," Alex smiled. Spencer smiled down at her. Spencer looked at the clock and frowned, he knew Alex was getting sleepy, as she was still in her work clothes. "Alex, you need to get some rest," Spencer said gently. Although he would love to spend a whole lifetime with her on the couch, he knew her well-being was more important. "Can't I just stay here," Alex mumbled. "You don't have any clothes here," Spencer said with a small smile. He was happy that he wasn't the only one that didn't want to part ways. "Can I borrow yours?" Alex asked innocently. Spencer laughed, but he caved. "Alright, but they might be too big, since you are quite small," Spencer chuckled softly. "Thanks," Alex said giving Spencer a soft peck on the lips. Alex tore herself from Spencer's warm embrace and got up. Spencer grabbed her hand and guided her to his bedroom. She looked around astonished. His apartment was cleaner than hers and his looked more like a library. "Mild- OCD?" Alex asked. Spencer looked around and shrugged. "I guess so," Spencer smiled. "There's the closet, some of my sweats are in the dresser. You can choose. The bathroom is behind that door, and your towels will be placed on the sink," Spencer said. Alex nodded, and with that, Spencer left. Alex went to the drawers. 'He was right,' She thought as she pulled out his sweat pants. 'These are big enough to fit my entire body.' Alex giggled. She refolded the pants and grabbed his FBI logo sweat shirt. 'Whoa this is big, too! Oh well,' Alex shrugged. She went to a lower level of his dresser and grabbed one of his purple boxers. 'I hope he won't mind,' Alex mused. She gathered all the items and trekked to the bathroom. She was amazed at how everything sparkled and shined. As Spencer promised, the towels were on the sink. Alex smiled and turned on the shower. She opened up the bathroom cabinets, to place her dirty clothes, and saw the vile of liquid, tourniquet, and needles. Alex was now positive, that Spencer wasn't lying. 'Why keep it here?' Alex thought. Then it dawned on her, 'He wanted to prove to himself that he's stronger than the drugs.' Alex saw the clothing bin, which was empty, and as she undressed she her clothes in there. She stepped into the steaming shower and washed herself, thinking about everything she learned about Spencer. Her main thought was when he admitted that he didn't want to keep secrets from her. Alex felt the unshed tears stinging her eyes from the guilt. She couldn't even be 100 percent honest with him. It was too early to tell. She decided to let the tears fall, hoping that Spencer will think it was from the shower. She finished washing and waited for the tears to stop. Once they did, she turned off the water and stepped out on the small rug so she wouldn't fall. She quickly dried herself, and threw on Spencer's boxers, her bra and the giant, navy, FBI sweatshirt. She looked at herself in the mirror, and saw how her eyes were red-rimmed. She looked at her sweatshirt, and how it looked like a mini dress. Her hips filed out the boxers slightly, so, they weren't too baggy, but she knew Spencer would notice that she's wearing them. She realized that it gave him a decent view of her legs, and half her thighs. "He's so skinny," Alex murmured with a small smile. Alex dried her hair slightly with the towel and threw the towels in the basket. Alex opened the door, after realizing that she didn't lock it, and took the basket to the small laundry room. She decided that she'd wash her clothes. Apparently Spencer already washed all of his.
Spencer heard the sound of her feet walking towards the laundry room. Spencer got up, and stood by the doorway. The sight of her was astonishing. He was surprised with the clothes she'd chosen, but he felt something different. He could feel the heat in the lower part of his abdomen. Reid thought about all the psychology books he's read, and came to the conclusion, that this feeling was one of being 'turned on'. "Oh! Hey you," Alex said once she realized that he was standing there. "Wait you took a shower too?" Alex asked confused. She didn't see anyone in the bathroom with her her. "Oh, uh, yea. There's a smaller bathroom with the other room," Reid said thoughtfully. "I like your pajamas, Spencie," Alex giggled. Reid was wearing his glasses, and his hair was slightly wet, which gave it a wavy, deep, brown color. His clothing was plaid, but loose fitting. He looked comfortable, but his socks were mismatched. "Uh, thanks. Nice, assemble," Spencer also complemented with a small blush. Spencer now wished he had worn sweats instead. "You don't have to wash your clothes. I'll do it. You're a guest," Spencer said slowly. "Thanks for everything," Alex stated, although she knew she was going to wash her clothes anyways, because she also wanted to take care of him. Alex yawned, and Spencer grabbed her softly by the hand. "You need to rest," Spencer said knowingly. "Right," Alex sighed. "What time do you have to be at work tomorrow?" Alex asked. "Um eight, you?" Spencer asked. "11:00 a.m." Alex retorted. "It's eleven now, Spencer, let's get you to bed. Would you like me to read you a story?" Alex asked with puppy dog eyes. Spencer automatically caved, although he didn't even mind. "Sure," Spencer aid softly. Alex jumped with a small "Eek," and grabbed Spencer by the hand dragging him towards the bedroom. Spencer undid the covers and let her crawl in first. He had to admit, he wasn't all that comfortable, but he ignore the feeling. They snuggled close, as Alex reached over Spencer and grabbed a random book from the bed stand.
Her head rested on his shoulder as Spencer arm snaked around her waist.
"At midnight, in the month of June, I stand beneath the mystic moon. An opiate vapor, dewy, dim, Exhales from out her golden rim, And, softly dripping, drop by drop, Upon the quiet mountain top, Steals drowsily and musically Into the universal valley. The rosemary nods upon the grave; The lily lolls upon the wave; Wrapping the fog about its breast, The ruin molders into rest; Looking like Lethe, see! the lake A conscious slumber seems to take, And would not, for the world, awake. All Beauty sleeps!- and lo! where lies Irene, with her Destinies! O, lady bright! can it be right-This window open to the night? The wanton airs, from the tree-top, Laughingly through the lattice drop- The bodiless airs, a wizard rout,
Flit through thy chamber in and out, And wave the curtain canopy So fitfully- so fearfully- Above the closed and fringed lid 'Neath which thy slumb'ring soul lies hid, That, o'er the floor and down the wall, Like ghosts the shadows rise and fall! Oh, lady dear, hast thou no fear? Why and what art thou dreaming here?" Alex, spoke slowly, her eyes refused to stay open. She looked up, and noticed Spencer was sleeping soundly. 'He must be even more tired than I am,' Alex thought. She reached up, and took off his glasses, and then turned off the light. She laid back down on the bed as Spencer turned and wrapped his arms gently around her midsection. For the first time living on her own, she felt safe. Alex pulled the cover up around them both and rested her back against his torso. His face buried in the the crook of her neck. She smiled and closed her eyes…..
A/N: Once again thank you all very much! I might post like two more chapters today! I'm just editing them! I'm still kind of afraid to put out the descriptive ones, but a friend told me that I should because It is reality-so I'll see how that goes! There will be warnings if anything bad/ descriptive is about to happen!
Thanks for the reviews and follows again!
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