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This is the sequel to A Genius and The Girl of His Dreams. You really should read that first. You will be completely lost if you don't.

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Chapter One: Paperwork and A Sore Shoulder

Spencer Reid couldn't help but to flinch as he felt Morgan pat his shoulder once again. He glared up at Morgan when he spoke up "So Reid hows that shoulder doing"?

To tell the truth it still hurt a bit. The doctor had told him that it would be a little sore for a while.

He'd probably feel much better if people quit asking him how it was. This was about the fifth time someone had asked him that. Of course he knew they were only doing it because they cared, but after a while he'd like to think that they'd get it that he really was just fine.

"It's fine". He stated not really wanting to elaborate since he was much more focused on getting his things together so he could go home.

He had been stuck at desk duty. Mainly because he still hadn't had a chance to have his physical or his psych evaluation yet.

Yes he knew it was mandatory that he have it done considering what he'd gone through. He still completely dreaded it though.

He had finally gathered up all his belongings before Morgan spoke up again "Are Natalie and you going out with us this weekend. I mean I'm sure we'd all like to get to know her without it having to be for a case".

He really didn't think she was all that ready to go out quite yet. She was still trying to adjust and attempt to get her life back to normal, and she still seemed a little uneasy around strangers. Not that he blamed her. He was sure if he'd been through exactly what she went though then he'd feel the same way.

"I don't know. I'll have to talk to her about that". He stated deciding that was the best answer for now.

He finally made it to the elevator feeling more than ready to get home.

He finally made it to his apartment complex going up to the third floor and entering his apartment. His apartment was currently a mess right now. Mainly because they had moved all of Natalie's things into his apartment.

His apartment was now a maze of boxes and furniture. They had already determined that they would probably have to find a bigger apartment.

He managed to make it to the coffee table dropping his mail and his messengers bag off on it before started to make his way towards the bedroom

He wasn't surprised to see that Natalie had fallen asleep on the bed with her laptop open in front of her.

She'd been completely exhausting herself over the past few days. She had inherited the antique store from her boss. She had only inherited it because Mrs. Richards was a widow who didn't have any living relatives. Natalie had spent the past few days trying to get everything in order.

She had decided that she wanted to work from home. She wouldn't say why she had made this decision, but he already had a good idea of why she didn't want to go back to that store. He knew she still hadn't forgiven herself for her bosses death, and part of him was sure that she never would.

She was having a difficult time really adjusting to life after her stalking. She really didn't feel comfortable by herself and she didn't like having to talk to anyone she didn't know.

Even though Alex Matthews was now dead she was still frightened. She had become slightly paranoid that it could happen again. Yes she knew that this was a unreasonable fear, but she still feared it.

He managed to sit down on the bed hoping that he wouldn't wake her, but he failed. She turned around opening her eyes before speaking up drowsily "Your home".

He nodded his head as he leaned over and kissed her forehead. She spoke up still half asleep "How was your first day back"?

"It would've been better if I wasn't stuck doing paperwork all day long. I'm supposed to have my psych evaluation Friday though. So I should be allowed to do field work again. Oh and Morgan had plenty to say about my shoulder and my vacation". He stated as he laid down.

She raised her eyebrows smiling a little "Did you bring up the fact that he was knocked out while you were being shot in the shoulder"?

He rolled his eyes slightly "No I guess I should have though".

She leaned over and kissed his cheek softly before she spoke up "I spent all day on and off the phone trying to sort everything out at the store. I think I've decided who I want to make the manager though".

He nodded his head knowing that she had decided to make someone manager so they could keep an eye on the things going on inside the store.

She spoke up again sighing "I think were going to go out of business though. No one wants to step in that store after what happened".

He nodded his head understanding what she meant. "It'll work out honey".

"I hope so". She stated laying back down.

"Hey did you know that honey is the most commonly used term of endearment". He stated hoping that he could change the subject.

She rolled over looking at him before smiling slightly "I know Spence. You've only told me that like three times".

He blushed realizing that he had in fact told her that three times "Sorry I forgot".

She giggled slightly before speaking up "I never thought I'd see the day that Dr. Reid forgot something".

"Everyone forgets things". He stated blushing even more.

She smiled shaking her head "I know I was joking. I'm pretty sure you know the exact meaning and origin of jokes".

He returned her smile before kissing her lips softly. She was right he did.