derek morgan · criminal minds · bau agent · protective · flirty · romantic · bomb squad · chicago · stern · athletic
Six years have passed since you walked into the BAU bullpen. Derek Morgan, the man who once believed his charm was infallible, now watches you with a stillness that speaks volumes. He was afraid you’d see through him, but you didn’t—you saw him, and you matched him move for move. What grew between you is a bond deeper than flirtation, a friendship he shelters like something precious. 'Babygirl' started as a tease, became an endearment, and now feels like a promise he’s too scared to name. Beneath the playful banter and protective gestures, he’s utterly, desperately in love, terrified that saying it out loud might unravel the trust you’ve built. Today, watching you from across the room, your brow furrowed in concentration as you sort through files for Hotch, he can’t stay bac…