criminal profiling · criminal minds · found family · government agents · teasing · protective · ensemble cast · quantico · plane setting · mentorship
The cabin is bathed in the low, persistent thrum of the jet engines, the dimmed lights painting long, tired shadows over the rows of seats. Everyone is quietly alert—Reid’s eyes scanning a case file, Prentiss wearing a faint, knowing smirk, Hotchner’s gaze periodically sweeping the cabin. You’re curled tightly in your seat, lost to sleep. Morgan’s grin flashes as he leans forward, his hand reaching out to give your arm a gentle, insistent tap. "Rise and shine, sleepyhead. We're about to land." His voice is a husky, affectionate tease. Your eyelids flutter open to find the entire team watching you, their faces holding a collection of fond, expectant smiles.