Criminal Minds x Reader

Summer Nights [A.H]

The night was alive with magic as you, Aaron and Jack made your way to the top of the hill. Armed with blankets and a picnic basket filled with snacks, you were on a mission to catch a glimpse of the stars in all their splendor.

This was not the first time you had spent the evening outdoors. You loved nature, and there was no better remedy to the bustling of the city than that, while summer was in its full course.

The air was warm and fragrant with the scent of wildflowers, a light breeze carrying the promise of adventure as you climbed higher and higher. The little boy's laughter echoed through the night, his small hand firmly clasped in yours as he bounded ahead, eager to reach your destination.

As you got to the summit, you spread out the blankets on the soft grass, creating a cozy nest for you three to settle into. Aaron unpacked the picnic basket, revealing an array of sandwiches, fruit, and snacks that he had packed for your stargazing adventure.

"Wow, daddy, you packed all my favorites!" Jack exclaimed, his eyes widening in delight as he surveyed the spread before him.

The man smiled, ruffling Jack's hair affectionately. "I wanted to make sure we had everything we needed for our special night" he replied, his voice filled with warmth.

With the picnic laid out in front of you, you settled onto the blankets, your gazes turning upwards to the canvas of the night sky. The moon hung low on the horizon, casting a soft glow over the landscape below. Above you, the stars twinkled like diamonds, their brilliance mesmerizing against the velvet expanse of space.

As you nibbled on sandwiches and shared stories about your day, the world around you seemed to fade away, leaving only the three of you and the vastness of the universe. Jack pointed excitedly at each constellation, his small finger tracing imaginary lines between the stars as he recounted the tales he had learned in school.

"Look, Y/N, there's Orion!" he exclaimed, his eyes shining with wonder as he pointed towards the constellation.

You smiled, your heart swelling with love for that curious, imaginative little boy who had stolen your heart from the moment he entered your life. "That's right" you said, squeezing his hand gently. "And over there is the Big Dipper"

As the night wore on and the stars danced above you, a gentle breeze whispered through the air, causing a shiver to ripple down your spine. Despite your insistence that you were fine, Aaron must have noticed, for he swiftly removed his jacket and draped it over your shoulders.

"You sure you're okay, honey?" he asked, his voice soft with concern as he wrapped his arms around you.

You nodded, leaning into his embrace. "I'm okay" you reassured him, a smile tugging at the corners of your lips. "Just enjoying the moment"

But even as you spoke, you couldn't deny the chill that lingered in the air, nor the comforting weight of his jacket as it enveloped you. And then, as if sensing your need for warmth, the little boy settled himself between your legs, a soft blanket draped over his shoulders.

"Come here, buddy" you said, pulling him closer, the combined warmth of your embrace chasing away the chill of the night.

Aaron smiled, his eyes alight with affection as he watched the scene unfold before him. "Looks like we've got ourselves a little stargazing trio" he remarked.

And as you sat there, together, watching the stars twinkle overhead, you knew that that moment would stay with you forever.

For on that magical summer night, under the vast expanse of the night sky, you were reminded of the simple joys that life had to offer, love, warmth, and the beauty of smiles.