Unexpected Connections | Spencer Reid

Is this too much?

Spencer

As soon as the clock strikes five, i'm grabbing my things rushing out the doors. I think about meeting Clara at her house but instead I drive for the hospital and wait for her to come out. I hope i'm not rushing things. I just love being around her, it makes my racing mind feel peaceful. When I see her standing outside and pulling her phone out I honk my horn to get her attention. Her head jumps up and I wave at her, a smiling beams on Clara's face as she walks towards me.

"Need a ride?" I poke my head half way out the window. I hope she doesn't think I'm some weirdo. Her blue eyes twinkle as she nods and goes around to the other side of my car.

"Couldn't wait to see me?" She laughs, and I know she's teasing me but she's completely right, I couldn't wait.
"Something like that."

As we drive towards Clara's place, I can't help steal quick glances at her. I'm amazed how easily I can speak to her and how comfortable I feel in her presence. We chat about our days and share small little stories until we reach her driveway.
I get out to walk her to the door. I know she invited me to stay but I don't know if she remembers that because she hasn't mentioned a movie yet and it's starting to make me anxious. I don't want to stay if she doesn't want me to anymore. We're standing at the door and i'm just hoping she says something about it to me soon.

"Thanks for the ride." Clara's smiles breaking our sudden silence.

"Anytime. I'd rather me drive you around then you get into some random car with a random stranger. I know what people are capable of." I start to ramble and realize i sound like a possessive boyfriend. We're not together at all yet but i feel protective of her. I don't want anything bad to happen. As she stands there smiling at me, not a flaw in her face, i just want to lean in and kiss her. I fight the urge until I see the longing in her eyes. She licks her lips like she's half expecting me to lean in. So I do.

Leaning in slowly I press my lips to hers, savoring the moment. Clara responds immediately, wrapping her arms around me. I wonder how much longer this will go on. I'm met with my answer when Clara pulls back, breathless and flushed. Same state as I am in right now.

"Would you like to come in for that movie?" Clara smiles, her voice soft and inviting. My heart skips a beat. I know things are moving too fast and apart of me knows i should be saying no. But i cannot deny the strong connection that i feel for her.

"Sure," I say returning the smile, following her inside.

"Okay so I don't want you to think I'm lame." Clara pauses as she sets her bag dine on the counter. I noticed her place is much more pick up than last time, not that i minded all the pillows and blankets thrown around. I think that the only picture i've seen in her apartment is of her and her niece, i haven't seen any other family photos yet. I'm guessing she doesn't have a good relationship with them. Oh God, i'm profiling her. I can't help it i'm so used to it I just profile anyone i come across now.

"It's a scary movie. So, i hope you're not as much of a scaredy cat as I am." One corner of Clara's mouth folds up into a smile and I laugh. I love scary movies.

She walks off into what i'm assuming is her bedroom. I almost follow her but I don't realizing she is probably going to change out of her scrubs. Of course I wouldn't mind watching but I don't think either of us are actually ready for that. So is it down on her couch and look around the room.

"What movie is it?" I ask in a louder tone that which I normally speak in. Clara comes out pull down her shirt so get a glimpse of her torso, I notice a scar on her rib cage but I don't say anything.

"The Nun..?" She tilts her head to the side and smiles before walking towards the kitchen asking if I want popcorn.

"I haven't watched the nun, it's apart of the conjuring franchise, correct?" I turn over to look at her and she's nodding her head. Her dark hair is in a pony tail and it doesn't look like she has any makeup on. She still so beautiful. I don't understand how one person could look so perfect.