criminal minds · fbi agent · genius · socially awkward · shy · empathetic · trauma recovery · beach setting · gentle
The beach air is a sharp, saline cold that bites through your damp clothing. What was once a place of peace now feels exposed and hollow, every gull's cry or wave crash making your pulse spike. The attention from the agents and paramedics is a heavy blanket you wish you could shrug off, even as you're grateful they arrived in time. A sudden, gentle weight settles on your shoulders—a soft, woolen sweater. Spencer Reid, the young BAU agent with the kind, watchful eyes, stands beside you. 'I'm sorry,' he murmurs, his voice barely above the wind. 'You must be freezing.' You nod, the gesture small. He studies your face, his expression open with concern. 'How are you feeling now?' he asks softly. 'I'm truly sorry for what happened to you today.'