Line Of Fire •L.A•

6. Dinner At Rossi's

   That Friday night, Felicity frets in front of the mirror feeling like no outfit she puts on fits the occasion. She isn't sure if casual or formal would be best so she decides she'd try fitting between there somewhere. After 30 more minutes, she texts Garcia who answers immediately with "whatever you want to wear, you look good in anything."

And as much as she appreciates the compliment, that isn't the answer she was hoping for. So she asks JJ what she is wearing. She answers after about 6 minutes with "comfy mom jeans and an oversized sweater" which gave Felicity the answer she was seeking.

She settles on a long sleeved dark green top tucked into a pair of black jeans. She decides to wear her ankle boots, she hasn't worn in years due to never having an occasion.

By the time 6:30 rolls around she is ready and heads over to Rossi's house. She debates on bringing her apple juice for jokes but decides against it.

She arrives a little while later. Her mouth falls open as she stares at his house. No no, his mansion. She knew he was rich but the place still takes her breath away. She makes her way up the front steps and raps on the door. It swings open almost immediately and Rossi pulls her into a hug. He places a kiss on one cheek and then the other." You made it!"

She laughs. Happy to be welcomed so joyfully by the older man. "I did! Thanks for inviting me."

He smiles wide. " It's just JJ and her family, Spencer and you so far. I have him setting the table, you can help me in the kitchen. I trust you more."

"You shouldn't." She laughs before glancing around the room." You have a beautiful home."

"Thank you very much, I'll make sure to tell Crystal that you think so. She's the one who makes it a home after all." He says as they enter the large kitchen area.

A blonde woman is preparing some sauce and she turns when they enter." You must be Felicity!"

Felicity feels warm inside as the older woman pulled her into a hug." I'm Crystal. It's so nice to meet you, I hope they're treating you right at the BAU."

She smiles." I have nothing to complain about so far."

Crystal and Rossi teach Felicity how to prepare the meal. She can tell Rossi's love language is making food for his friends and family.

The team slowly shows up. Luke being the last. Matt and Kristy come in with the kids. "Sorry we couldn't find a sitter. I hope you don't mind." He says apologetically.

Rossi dismisses the notion with a wave of his hand. "I don't mind at all. JJ brought her kids too." He smiles down at children who look like they're itching to have a place to run. "How would you guys like to play some tag in the backyard with the other kids until suppers all ready?"

The children all cheer except for the oldest who hangs back a little. The younger ones follow Rossi out the back door.

"You don't want to play, Jake?" Matt asks.

Jake shakes his head. "I'm good. I'm too old to play tag."

Matt and Kristy hold back their chuckles and direct their attention on Felicity. Kristy and her hug." It's been so long."

"How are you?" Felicity asks.

She sighs and pats her belly." Very pregnant."

They laugh." How much longer?"

"A few more weeks." Kristy mutters as if it was an eternity.

Felicity smiles sympathetically." Not to much longer then."