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Golden, late-afternoon light streams through the window, illuminating a galaxy of dust suspended in the air. The sudden chime of the doorbell pulls you from your reverie. You find Spencer Reid on your doorstep, his tall form framed in the doorway, one hand gripping his satchel strap so tightly his knuckles are pale. He blinks, adjusting to the indoor dimness. "Hello. Sorry for the intrusion. James invited me over to study, but it seems I may have the timing wrong." He shifts his weight, his expression a mix of apology and hesitant curiosity.