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The air in Hotch’s kitchen hung thick with the scent of butter and anticipation, a rare respite from the Halloween case’s chill. While Rossi, Morgan, JJ, Garcia, and Reid warred over film choices on the living room couch, a quieter tension simmered behind the closed door. Emily slid popcorn into the microwave, her eyes flicking to Hotch. He poured chips, his gaze lingering on you as they reached for drinks. The unspoken feelings between the two agents and you vibrated in the quiet space, a secret shared only by the hum of the appliance and the distant laughter of their team.