The Beauty of the Written Word

The team had just wrapped up a murder in Miami and had returned the day before.After that case Amelia just needed sleep.It wasn't the nature of the cases necessarily ,it was more of the long hours but it was nothing she couldn't cope with.Most days ,after completing the left over file work from the case she'd just returned from or basic day work,she didn't waste anytime.Walking through her front door she wouldn't even stop to grab something to eat ,just straight on to her bedroom.After that coffee date Amelia had gone out with Spencer a few times though.It'd been a few weeks ,6 and a half if she guessed correctly, since her and Spencer started dating.The whole thing was as if they were teenagers again , both had never really had many relationships so its like the whole act of a relationship is new to them.Well Amelia had never asked and he never asked her but they could both kind of tell they weren't experts.They had been on a few dates since then.Mostly sneaking away on their lunch break or spending their days off together and they had been out to dinner a few times.So far they had managed to keep it quiet but some people had their suspicions ,Morgan had been a little harder on Spencer recently and a few other members off the team had exchanged glances.Eventually they'd have to tell them but that could wait frankly Amelia was too happy to let anything bother her.She had discovered Spencer was ,surprisingly, very affectionate for someone who never really dated.Hugging,kissing or holding hands ,anything so he could show how much he cares and Amelia loved it.Spencer's adorable sweet nature had her falling hook line and sinker for him. When she was with him she felt unbelievably happy ,verging on euphoric.

Today the BAU baseball team took on the boys from the secret service.All of the team went down to watch for two reasons ,Morgan was playing plus Spencer had a small surprise in store for him.Warm sun rays shone down on the already sweating players and spectators who were baking alive on the field and stands.Arriving at the dusty field Amelia could see Spencer and Morgan talking about something ,Spencer clearly looking distressed his mouth open slightly looking a Morgan with wide shocked eyes.Morgan had just told him that one of their team was unable to play and none other than the Doctor himself was to take his place.Spencer knew there was no way off getting out of this and just prayed to wake up from this nightmare.He couldn't play sports he could barely run let alone hit a baseball ,if he went out there he'd be making a fool out of himself.Morgan just chuckled warmly and told him he'd be fine patting his back making Spencer thin body jerk forward slightly with the contact.Seeing the rest off the team approach Spencer could wonder if this could get any worse.

"Hey what are you guys doing here"he asked ,although the answer was obvious
"Oh we were not gonna miss this for the world"JJ smiled resting his hands on Henry ,her sons, shoulders.
She knew Spencer was his godfather and because he's JJ's son Amelia obviously was going to spend more time with him eventually.Kids have that habit of being brutally honest without even realizing it so the thought worried her slightly but Amelia pushed it out of her mind.Spencer scowled at Morgan realizing this whole charade was pre-planned

"So the Secret service huh ?"Amelia spoke up.
Spencer noticed she was wearing mid thigh denim shorts and a black tank top with a jacket over the top with her sleeves rolled up ,Spencer could tell she was baking under this heat but he didn't question her choice.Amelia never like showing off her body that much ,even though she looked amazing and Spencer told her every chance he got.However the shorts were a sign that his words were breaking through her low self esteem .Averting his eyes back to Morgan he tried his best to stop his glances but it wasn't all that easy.

"Yea ,we haven't beaten these chumps in five years"Morgan sighed tilting his hat slightly lower
"Well they've got nothing to do but practice" Rossi pointed out
"And party"Garcia finished as she placed a blue base ball cap with the FBI logo on it on Spencers head just like what the rest the team was wearing.Everyone cheered and Spencer gave a half hearted smile.It looked so out of place with his collared shirt and cardigan Amelia couldn't stop to small giggle that left her mouth.Spencer immediately noticed and his smile broadened a little at the sound.

"Now go out there and do us proud Doctor"She cheered giving him a playful nudge in the right direction .Spencer ,regrettably, join the rest of the BAU baseball team as the gang joined the spectators on the bleachers.The game had gone well so far,Spencers lacking performance didn't really surprise anyone but they all hoped he would shock them by hitting a home run or something.Now at the bottom of the ninth with two out and the BAU were losing by one run and Spencer was up to bat.Someone from the secret service on the field shouted out something about Spencer not being able to hit and told them to bring it in.Derek called time out and ran over to Spencer ,from a distance Amelia could see he was giving him a pep talk

"Pricks"Amelia muttered to herself as everyone on their team shuffled in closer
"Careful ,your British is showing"Rossi pointed out and Amelia chuckled shaking her head.
"You're with him aren't you"Rossi said barely above a whisper.
Pale blue eyes immediately widening ,they darted around to make sure no-one had heard.Amelia and Rossi were at the end of the line the group had formed so they didn't hear Rossi's accusation but her heart still thumped at 1000 miles an hour.
"No we're just f-"
"No you're not ,don't even try to start lying to elders"He said cutting her off.
"Got the elders bit right"Amelia chuckled earning a small nudge from Rossi.Biting her lip Amelia didn't answer his accusations ,he could tell when she was lying and she didn't want to go public yet so she simply said nothing
"Don't worry I wont say anything I promise ,scouts honer"Rossi said not taking his eyes off the field.She waited awhile,fiddling with her thumbs then looking towards Spencer, before replying to him
"Has anyone else figured it out"She asked
"People have had their suspicions ,we knew all you liked each other that was obvious and we'd had talked about you two perusing your feelings in secret but no one else has figured out yet"He explained with a smile ,proud of being the first to clock it
"Well that's what I get for being friends with profliers"She sighed laughing
"So how long"Rossi pressed
"Bout 6 weeks"
"Y'know you cant keep it hidden forever"Rossi said
"I know I just -Im worried"She mumbled
"About hotch"Rossi added finishing for her and Amelia nodded, "He's not going do anything ,Aaron would understand that this doesn't concern the bureau".

Amelia took in Rossi's comforting words ,the predictions of Hotch's actions that she had in her head of were different than what actions he'd really take which are none at all.The worst that can come out of them telling the team is the school ground teasing but that's all.A large weight of anxiety lifted of her chest as the idea of being open about her's and Spencers relationship seemed less scary.Giving him a reassuring nod ,Rossi knew that was her subtle way of saying they'd reveal all soon.Smiling to himself Rossi turned back to the game

2 strikes down ,Spencer focused on the ball.Morgan's small pep talk before hand did some wonder but he was still struck to the bone with nerves.Sweaty palms tightened around to bat as he kept his eyes glue to the ball through the glaring sun.The pitcher threw the ball at a almighty speed yet everything felt like it was moving in slow motion.Before he knew it Spencer heard the metallic clunk as the ball hit the bat as the ball rebounded way over their heads.Stuck in a moment of awe at the small achievement he remembered where he was and started running.Morgan was safe already cheering him on.Spencer was running past third and noticed when he got to home it was going to be close.-What have a gota lose- Spencer thought as skidded along the dusty pitch.Clouds of dust and sand covered Spencers vision as cheers erupted from the crowd.He was safe.Spencer couldn't believe it ,him of all people scored the run that won the game.Team mates helped him up then lifted him carrying him around the pitch ,almost in a victory lap type fashion.The whole way round Spencer pumped his fists in the air grinning like mad.Reaching the end of pitch the team put him down ,not before a few pats on the back of congratulations ,and he saw the gang making their way down to the pitch like many of the other players friends and family.Amelia is the first to congratulate him.Running towards him as fast as she could Amelia wrapped her arms around Spencers neck pulling him in to the tightest hug her small stature could manage.Stumbling back a bit Spencer returned the bone crushing hug swaying side to side a little burying his face in her neck laughing with her .Amelia didn't mind the slight smell of sweat and the dust that was getting all over her clothes.

"Spencer I'm so proud of you"She cheered sneaking a sly kiss on his cheek so no one could see.Laughing in return Spencers cheeks flushed red at her actions and sweet words
"Do I get a proper congratulatory kiss later or what"Spencer smirked lifting his head from her neck and Amelia smacked his chest playfully in return

The two parted from their hug by the time everyone else turned up to give their praises but not as affectionate as Amelias. Groups of people gathered around near the home base chatting amongst themselves ,giving congratulations or condenses. A pair of secret service players brought a cooler case of beers and sodas on to the pitch as both teams decided to stay for a while to celebrate the win or ,if you were secret service ,just celebrate that your out of the office.Laughter ,chatting and hiss of air released from freshly open cans was all that could be heard.All the smack talk during the game was all in jest and the small groups sported both a mix of BAU and Secret service.Amelia pardoned herself from a conversation with some of the guys from the secret service to get a drink ,to be honest the real reason is that she wanted to get away from Mark.Mark was pitching for the secret service and also wouldn't leave Amelia alone.His constant flirting made her uncomfortable .The very persistent nature of his cheesy pick up lines and arrogant flirting made her uneasy.Even when she hinted heavily she was dating someone he still didn't ease up.All of the compliments delivered were just disgusting and filthy ,perverted freak.If you looked at him ,no offense to the guy,but Amelia could just tell he was a sleaze ball.Pulling her out of her thoughts a long arm wrapped around her waist pulling her in to the side of their body.Looking up Amelia's eyes fell apon Spencers warm smile.

"Hey ,you okay"He asked his voiced laced with concern
"Yea I'm fine"She lied earning a frown from Spencer.
Sighing in defeat she continued "Mark keeps flirting with me ,I told him I was with someone but he's just such an ass".Scowling in Mark's direction Spencer knew he couldn't lay a finger on him ,he was twice his size , but he was sure as hell thinking about it in his head.The green monster known as jealousy was perched on Spencers shoulder right shoulder and keeping a tight grip.Spencer felt so protective over Amelia that the thought of another man flirting with her made his blood boil

"Well he needs to lay off "Spencer grumbled giving her a light squeeze round the waist and Amelia giggled.
"Is someone jealous "Amelia teased and he scoffed at the accusation "Awh you so are"
"No"Spencer defended but then contraindicated that when he followed it with "You're mine not his".
"Awwh bless him"Amelia smiled making Spencer groan resting his head on the top of hers.
The smell of her coconut shampoo made him smile in to her auburn hair as he placed gentle pecks on the top of her head.Looking at her waist then around her Amelia chuckled to herself ,Spencer stopped and shot her a confused look

"What"Spencer asked curiously
"Well for someone who is just my friend you're awful friendly"Amelia laughed gesturing to his arm and Spencer quickly moved his arm back down by his side.Glancing round the crowd no one seemed to notice all of them talking amongst themselves ,well all expect Rossi.The Italian was glancing in their direction smiling ,he shot them a sly wink and returned to the conversation.He'd guessed Rossi knew for a while now and that wink just confirmed that.Spencer laughed and shook his head ,of course he'd be the first to figure all this out.

The jealous conversation had pasted but Spencers frustration still lingered in the air so Amelia decided to put a brighter perspective on things.Looking up the blue cap still residing on his head Amelia cocked her head to the side with a playful smile tugging on her lips.
"Oh no no I know that look you're up to something ,Amy"Spencer laughed edging back but it was to late.Small hands reached up and yanked the cap of his head,showing tell tale disheveled hat hair.Running off Amelia laughed as she escaped with his hat with Spencer not far behind her.
"Amelia Brooks get back her"He scolded yet his laughter took all the seriousness away from it.Two sets of battered converse beat against the ground ,the distance closing between the two with every second.Passing first base Amelia was nearing second when a pair arms pulled her back.Cursing to herself ,a small shriek left her mouth followed by giggles as Spencers arms caught her by the waist .Spencer laughed throwing her over his shoulder while she she squirmed in his arms attempting to wriggle free

"Dr Spencer Reid you put me down this instant"Amelia demanded hitting his back , rather surprised at his strength
"Then give me back the hat"Spencer said simply
"Pfft never"
"I don't think you're in the position to be turning that in to a decision"
.Admitting defeat she stretched her arm back placing the hat clumsily on his head not caring if it sat right or not.Spencer put her down chuckling as Amelia scolded him fixing her top.Something black on her either side of her hips caught his attention ,it didn't look like a mark though the shape was different.Spencer could just make out what it was before she noticed his lingering eyes and pulling her top down blushing .

"Are those -do you have tattoos"Spencer asked and Amelia looked at the ground nodding causing his eyebrows to raise in shock ,"I didnt know you had tattoo's ,can I see ?"
Lifting up the bottom of her shirt slightly so he could see Amelia hoped that he liked them.Two doves rested on her hips in middle flight ,one on either hip, facing towards eachother.Spencer just looked on in awe.He reaching out and ran his thumbs over their wings ,feeling the raised skin underneath his fingertips as he traced the permanent ink.Amelia shivered slightly at his touch.

"Did you know that two doves paired together symbolizes freedom"Spencer thought aloud ,plucking the fact from the endless book of information known as his brain
"I had them done a couple of years ago"She explained ,"you hate them don't you".
Her previous boyfriend made his detest about them very clear.He used to say they were poorly done and looked so unladylike .Always dropping not so subtle hint that she should get them removed.The memory made her stomach knot and Spencers sudden silence made it worse
"No quite the opposite actually"Spencer said not breaking out of his trance "I think its kinda hot".
As soon as the words left his lips Amelia's eyes went wide, a giggle leaving her now open mouth that had dropped in shock.Flinching his hands away from her hips Spencer's cheeks turned a deep shade of red ,-did I really just say that- themed thoughts ran through his mind.
"I mean um err well um"He stumbled trying to fix his outburst but Amelia just smiled wider the more he fumbled .
"Come on you"Amelia smiled walking back toward the group of people.

Spencer followed swiftly behind ,still wondering how those words slipped out.Not many people had noticed their absence or questioned their playful nature.Those who didn't know them that well naturally assumed they were a couple or at least extremely close.No doubt the team would go back and gossip about the pair and only one of them knew the truth.Amelia and Spencer planned to tell them next week but all would be revealed sooner than they thought.