Multi-Fandom Imagines

Criminal Minds [d. morgan]

Pairing: Derek Morgan x Reader
Imagine: Starting a new job and immediately hitting it off with your new coworkers–one in particular.
Warnings: None

The quiet hum of the elevator was comforting as you waited for it to stop at the correct floor.
You fidgeted with your dress pants, not used to looking so formal. You struggled for hours over what to wear for your first day. You settled on dress pants, a nice sweater, and black converse. You wanted to look professional while also staying semi-comfortable.

You tried to steady your breathing, desperate to not come off so anxious. It was your first day, you didn't want your new coworkers to think you were a nervous wreck–even if that's exactly what you were. You'd been working with people for a while now, but that didn't mean you weren't nervous to meet some new ones.

Your constant stream of thought was interrupted by the elevator beeping and opening its doors to your floor.

You left the safety of the elevator and walked up to a set of glass doors.

'Behavioral Analysis Unit' was printed in large black letters, and they seemed to loom over you. Before you could reach for the door handle, a blonde woman stopped beside you.

"Let me guess, first day?"

You smiled ruefully. The woman wore colorful clothes with blue glasses perched on her nose.
"That obvious, huh?"

"The anxiety ridden expression gave it all away. Do you need help finding the right office?" She offered.

You gave her a smile, "That would be great. I'm looking for Agent Hotchner, I believe I'm joining his team."

You'd been here before for interviews, but it'd been a couple weeks and you didn't want to risk getting lost.

Her eyes lit up. "Oh my goodness! You're the new recruit! I'm Penelope, but everyone calls me Garcia. I was just heading in, I can show you the way."

You thanked her and followed her through the glass doors. The BAU floor was as busy as you expected. People were weaving about, clutching coffee and files and paperwork.

Garcia led you through the floor, towards a row of offices. She knocked on the door to the first one, wishing you luck before leaving you be.

You heard the sturdy voice of Aaron Hitcher telling you to come in, so you took one last deep breathe before stepping into his office. You shook hands with the agent, noting that he looked as stern as he had during the interview, and just as intimidating. But you kept your cool as he welcomed you back.

He explained that the team didn't yet have a case for the day, but he'd called a meeting so everyone could meet you. Afterwards you would be working on paperwork for the day, unless the team was needed elsewhere. That was fine with you, someone who actually enjoyed paperwork, and you followed as Hotch led you down the hall into a bigger conference room.

It was already full of people, so of course as soon as you stepped into the room all eyes were on you. You held your chin high and met the gazes evenly. As nervous as you were joining a new team, you were confident in yourself and your abilities.

"Team, this is Agent (y/n)."

They stood up one by one, introducing themselves with either a handshake or a nod. David, J.J, Derek, Spencer, Emily, and Penelope once again. You committed the names to memory, introducing yourself.

"We haven't had anything come in yet today, but we all have plenty of paperwork to keep us busy." And with a nod Hotch was gone again.

You must have seemed a bit stunned, as Rossi chuckled. "He isn't much of a talker."