Chap. 18 Right times and little surprises of life

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After the necessary talk she had with her team and family, Penelope felt as if a heavy rock had been removed from her shoulders.

Time passed and her relation with Derek blossomed. Her relationship with Desiree developed rather well, due to the fact that the younger woman made a point to phone them regularly or to spend sometime in Virginia with them.

Some days after their return from Chicago, Hotch and Rossi had a talk with Strauss about the frat rules. She complied stiffly; Penelope wasn't a field agent but there was always some risks anyway she accepted their relationship as far as they keep it out of the office.

They managed really good to do as they were said. Staying professional when they were working, so that they enjoyed their nights together when there were no cases.

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The first surprise for Penelope was when two years in their relationship, Derek proposed to her.

Seeing him in one knee in a fancy restaurant with everybody staring at them, brought tears in her eyes. The time had been right, Derek knew of her insecurities after what happened with her first husband. He had let their relationship grow and had asked her the BIG question when he knew she was ready.

The wedding happened some months later, with the presence of the BAU family and the Morgan.

Their vows had moves every guest; there was no doubts about the love they shared.

Just after their honeymoon, the newly weds moved in a lovely house Derek owned.

Soon Penelope talked about having children; she knew she couldn't biologically give children to Derek so she thought that maybe a woman could carry their child. She wanted a child with Derek's blood. At first Derek was eager, but soon he understood that seeing another woman pregnant with their child wasn't right for her; not at the moment. So, instead they visited an adoption agency and Penelope immediately fell on love with a lovely little girl, she was bi-racial and had been abandoned by her mother.

Seeing the child in Penelope arms told Derek that THIS was right.

After some time, they welcomed Julia Frances Morgan in their home.

This day Penelope realized that Derek was right, maybe later she would be able to see another woman carry their child; now she couldn't ask for more.

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The day they welcomed their child, they threw a party with every member of their family. Sarah and her family, Des and Fran came from Chicago; there were enough places for them to sleep in their house. Their family saw with joy how truly happy the pair was.

That night Penelope was staring out at the window, while Derek was checking on Julia.

"You're okay baby?" he asked wrapping his arm around her when he came back.

"More than okay. Everything's so perfect. I was so certain that I wouldn't' be able to be happy after what happened."

"I'm glad you're happy baby girl and happy with me."

She turned in his arms and kissed him.

"I'm tired but I wouldn't mind some more kisses from my husband."

"Me neither." He said leading her towards the bed.

"Mmm bay girl I just have one question." Derek said slightly dozing.

"Yeah?"

"How did you find Desiree today."

"She was okay why? She was always near Julia or chatting with the girls and Reid."

"That's it; don't you think that she was too eager to be near little genius."

"Mmm maybe." Penelope said smiling.

"You know something right? I know that Des confides very much in you."

"Please handsome you have to sleep."

"An answer please."

"So yes she may like him. But it's another story don't you think?"

"Yeah you're right. I just wanted to know. I wouldn't mind Reid is a great guy."

"Yeah really great and cute."

"Should I be jealous?"

"Of course not, there's only one handsome chocolate god for me0" she replied kissing him.

"Glad to hear it0 I love you baby girl."

"I love you too sweetness. Goodnight."

"Goodnight.» he whispered wrapping his arms tightly around her.

A/N: That's the end guys! I hope you're not too disappointed!