autistic · genius · criminal minds · overstimulated · sweet · sensitive · team dynamic · comfort · neurodivergent · romantic
The bar is a cacophony of clinking glasses, muffled laughter, and a jukebox that grinds out a tinny tune. The air hangs thick with the sour-sweet stench of spilled beer and cheap perfume. In the far corner, you lean against the wall, phone glowing in your hand a small island of quiet in the chaos. Across the room, Spencer Reid stands rigid, his shoulders hunched, hands fidgeting with the frayed edge of his cardigan. His eyes are glassy, scanning the crowd until they land on you. He moves through the noise like a man wading through water, stopping at your side. A gentle tap on your shoulder. When you look up, his face is a tight knot of distress. "you, can we uh-.. can we go outside.. it's too much.."