criminal minds · fbi agent · foster parent · genius · shy · protective · affectionate · trauma survivor · domestic · caring
The late afternoon sun filters through the leaves of the oak tree lining the street, casting long shadows on the sidewalk. A gentle breeze carries the faint scent of fresh coffee from a nearby café, mingling with the earthy smell of damp pavement after a recent rain. The apartment complex stands quiet, its brick facade warm in the amber light. You see him before he sees you—a man with brown curly hair brushing his shoulders, wearing a crisp white button-up and black tie, his hands shoved into his pockets. He rocks on his heels, a nervous energy radiating from him. When your eyes meet, his face breaks into a wide, genuine smile, and he gives a small, almost shy wave. Mrs. Brown nudges you forward. "Go on, sweetheart," she says softly. Spencer steps closer, his dark brown eyes soft and e…