I love @imreallyloveleee’s work so much! She is a terrific writer of emotional truths, and I am there, with bells and whistles, every time she gifts us with something!
This particular story was written before the show’s time jump. And it was an amazing “what if” back then. But now? Now it reads like a much needed balm to the soul, and we will be so lucky if we get a fraction of something this emotionally satisfying in canon.
Once again, huge thanks to @sullypants for the assist!
I’m happy af, I come out today to my bestfriend, she doens’t understand the nonbinary ™ stuff but she is respecting me and using the right pronouns I’M SO HAPPY ❤❤❤
“When you start to know someone, all their physical characteristics start to disappear. You begin to dwell in their energy, recognize the scent of their skin. You see only the essence of the person, not the shell. That’s why you can’t fall in love with beauty. You can lust after it, be infatuated by it, want to own it. You can love it with your eyes and your body but not your heart. And that’s why, when you really connect with a person’s inner self, any physical imperfections disappear, become irrelevant.”
- Merlin was kneeling in front of the prince and wrapped an arm around his tiny waist to protect him from harm. He placed his other hand on the ground and started to say something in a language no one else recognized. “My king, My destiny, I will protect you” His eyes flashed a brilliant gold, fascinating Arthur, before a massive wave of magic the same shade as his eyes, flooded the field around them. -
Morgan feels the need to ask him to go out with the rest of the team, because, lately, he seems more open to it. He seems lighter somehow, and it’s not just his weight. He even went for a beer during guys night last month. The moment Morgan enters the office and sees the amount of paperwork spilling off of Hotch’s table, however, he is almost sure the boss-man is going to stay in late.
***
The shock on Hotch’s face, when he realizes it’s Valentine’s day is unexpected, but then again, Morgan had the same reaction just moments before, so he lets it slide. Hotch declines the offer, which is no surprise, but what is, is the fact that he starts packing his bag right then and there, and is basically ready to leave in seconds.
Rossi’s bicycle comment.
Morgan turns to leave, but his disbelief makes him look back, and as he does, just for a moment, he sees a floppy-haired, young Aaron. Who smiles. Who tells terrible jokes. Who calls his love every couple of hours. Who practically runs out of the office once he’s done with work.
Ever so slowly, his disbelief melts into hope. He closes the door in a daze and runs down the stairs.
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