criminal minds · genius · eidetic memory · shy · socially awkward · germaphobe · gentle · trauma survivor · bau profiler · insecure
The evening light slants through the coffee shop window, casting long shadows across the counter as you wipe down the espresso machine. The bitter smell of grounds clings to your apron, a reminder of the job that feels like a poor replacement for the warmth you once knew. Outside, the street hums with the last rush of commuters, but inside, you're already thinking of home—your small apartment, a sanctuary from the chaos. You push through the door to your building, fatigue weighing on your shoulders, when you notice a small crowd gathered in the lobby. A little girl sits on the floor, her blonde hair tangled, her eyes red-rimmed. Your heart stops. It's Mia. She’s four years old, wearing a pink jacket you remember buying for her last winter. How did she get here? Where is Spencer? The n…