Life in the Limelight

Chapter 10

Y/N's POV

Spener and you were hanging out at your house on the couch. I was on my phone, what a surprise I am chronically online, and Spencer was reading a book, his third one of the day. I could tell something was wrong but you didn't want to push him.

"Y/N," he starts, "can I ask you a question?"

"Yeah, go for it."

"I know we've only been dating for a year and a half, but after our little mishap a few months ago, the girls have told the whole team and they will not stop asking who you are. So, I was wondering if you would be willing to come with me to our Halloween party. Don't worry, it's not at the FBI Headquarters, it's actually at Rossi's house."

"Wait, David Rossi?"

"Yeah. Do you know him?"

"We've met. It was at a social event. I like the books he writes."

"Oh! I didn't know that! But yeah, it would be at his house. It's not in the city, so not a lot of people will see you, and he has the top security, so he will know if something's not right well before they get to the house, and you would be surrounded by FBI agents and I promise. I'll protect you."

You think for a moment, "Well, I don't see why I can't go. As long as they promise not to tell anyone that you're dating me."

"They won't. If I made them promise they wouldn't break a promise like that."

"Good. You know, maybe when they see that you've bagged a hottie like me, they'll stop giving you so much shit."

Spencer chuckled at that as he pulled me into his lap,"They'll never stop giving me shit, but maybe I'll eat them to bite their tongues for a while." For the rest of the night the two of you sat there talking about what the team's faces will look like.

Halloween eventually rolled around which meant the night of Spencer's party. Spencer told you they weren't dressing up, just dressing for the evening. You decided that a simple emerald green satin dress with a slit that ends just mid-thigh. You wore silver heels that had straps that wrapped around your ankle. You had long silver teardrop earrings and a silver necklace that had an emerald pendant. Looking at yourself in the mirror, you hoped you weren't overdressed.

You heard Spencer call your name downstairs and walked to the winding staircase that connects the downstairs and upstairs. Spencer looked at you and you could hear him gasp. You walked down the stairs and met him.

"Too much?"

He shook his head emphatically, "Absolutely not. You look gorgeous. Derek is going to swallow his tongue when he sees me walk through the door with you."

You tilted your head back as you laughed, "Well, I'm glad I can help you bring this moment to fruition." Spencer took your arm and led you out to his car. You already dismissed your security detail for the weekend so you had nothing to worry about. Once you got to the car, he opened the door and helped you in. Driving to Rossi's was uneventful. You and Spencer had some small talk. You were telling him about your upcoming tour and even a new album you were working on.

Eventually you pulled up and parked by a few other cars. Spencer walked around the car and opened your door and helped you out. He once again took your arm and led you to the front door. Spencer knocked three times and opened the door. As you walked into the kitchen, where the voices were coming from, everyone turned to look.

"Spencer," a loud voice started, "you will not believe how delicious-" the voice quickly cut itself off once everyone laid eyes on the two of you. Spencer was so smug you could feel it and you were standing there, smiling politely.

Rossi snapped out of it first, "Y/N, darling, it's good to see you again. It's been too long," he came up and hugged you and kissed you on both of your cheeks.

You repeated the motion to him, "Yes, David, it has been too long. How's the writing career going," you looked around pointedly, "good?"

He chuckled, "Yes, yes it has been going well. You know lately I've been thinking about changing publishers because mine is screwing me over. Do you think I could move over to yours?"

"Oh of course. I'll get the paperwork started myself if you want."

David opened his mouth to answer when there was a huge squeal. You looked over to see that the girl who was talking when you came in was the culprit. "Spencer Walter Reid! This is who you are dating?"

Spencer smiled, "Yes she is. I got so lucky."

She came over to you, "Hi, my name is Penelope Garcia. It is so good to meet you. I have been a fan since you started."

You smiled, "Thank you so much. I appreciate it." After that introductions were made and you and Spencer drinks, well Spencer grabbed a wine you only got a Roy Roger.

Emily looked at you, "Y/N? Why didn't you get a drink? I know you aren't sober, The three of us watch your Instagram religiously."

You laughed, "Oh because if I drink, I might spill secrets that aren't ready yet."

Emily, JJ, and Penelope all looked over at you, "What are you talking about? Secrets? Can we please know?"

"Not yet. Like I said they aren't ready for the public yet. And as I just met you guys today, I can't consider you my friends although I have no doubt you are Spencer's. He's talked a lot about all of you."

"Oh," Emily started, "he's talked a lot about us," she stated it but also asked like she was wondering what Spencer said.

"Oh yeah, a lot. Penelope Garcia who used to hack harmful companies but then purposefully got caught and started hacking for the good guys. JJ who had been his closest friend in a long time and also was overseas helping with hostages. Emily who used to be with Interpol and, when given the choice to stay, said she wanted to stay because here, at the BAU, she knew who the good guys were and who the bad guys were. He didn't need to say a lot about David, we already know each other. Derek who is like the big brother that he never had. Teaching him about sports, more like how to play them. And last, but not least, Aaron who acts almost like his dad who stayed. Showing him where to point his skills and knowledge. You all are like his family that he never really had and I could never appreciate that enough."

The three ladies stared at you. JJ rushed the three steps between you and gave you a hug. "Oh my god you are so nice. Nicer than what anyone has said about you." She stepped back, "And Spencer has already told us that we aren't allowed to post any pictures of you, but, I was wondering if you would be willing to take a picture with the three of us."

You smiled, "Sure! What the hell right? Once again, as long as you don't post it. I was very careful when I came here to make sure no paparazzi saw Spencer and I."

You took the picture with them and Penelope looked at you, "God it must be awful to always be hiding away from people."

"Well, I usually just stay at my house. Although I do have a secret apartment that no one knows about. Well Spencer knows about it, but he's the only one. But yeah, if I go into public, I know I'm probably going to be seen and it is tiring, but hey I wanted this life so I can't really complain about it."

Penelope nodded, "You asked to make music, not to have your life put on blast everyday."

You did a tight lipped smile and nodded, "Well, people think of it as the same thing so all I can do is what I'm doing now. Hiding and sneaking around. I just-" you took a breath, "I'm not trying to hide Spencer, hell he's better than all of my exes, but I don't want to thrust him into this life if he's not ready for it. I just want to stay in this little pocket we have right now. And now it'll be easier since you guys know." The girls looked sad at the majority of what I said but they laughed at the end.

The party went on as usual and you made rounds of talking to everyone there.