Chapter Ninety-Three

It was bright and early the next morning as Spencer and Lila loaded the last of their belongings into the car. Saul and Karla had walked them outside and watched with mixed emotions as the young couple prepared to leave. They were ecstastic for them of course, thrilled they had found each other and made each other so happy. They were also saddened that this little trip was over and they would no longer be staying with them. The rest of the Edwards clan was inside, having already said their goodbyes.

"It's going to be weird not seeing you at dinner tonight," Karla said, holding back her tears.

"You'll just have to come and see us in D.C. sometime. Afterall, the holidays are just around the corner," Lila said with a happy smile. She was wearing the same green sundress she was wearing that day at Cesaer's Palace when her life changed.

"You can count on that, my dear," Saul said, pulling her close for a hug.

"Thank you both so much for everything," Lila said, tears falling from her eyes as she hugged the old man for all she was worth.

"It was our pleasure," Saul said, giving her a kiss on the cheek.

Spencer thanked them as well, moving from Karla's embrace to Saul's, as Lila moved onto the older woman. After some more parting words, Spencer and Lila climbed inside the car and took off.

"I think this can go on the books as the best vacation ever taken," Lila said, looking adoringly at her new husband. He looked delicious as always in khakis and a short sleeved button down. Sunglasses also added a fun, sexy vibe to his emsemble.

"And it's not over yet," Spencer replied, resting his hand on her bare leg.

"That's true. We still have the weekend before you go back to work," Lila replied.

She couldn't believe their vacation was over and they would have to go back to reality. She still didn't know how Spencer would be able to function at work after growing accustomed to marathon sex. Somehow, she didn't think sex and the BAU were a match made in Heaven. She certainly didn't want to do anything else that could further incense Spencer's already pissed off superior.

"Actually, love, we have a little bit longer than that," Spencer said, giving her a mischevious smile, giving her knee a gentle squeeze.

"What do you mean? Your two weeks are over," Lila pointed out.

"Technically yes, you're right. The duration of my original vacation is complete, but my honeymoon is just beginning."

Lila gave him a questioning look so Spencer continued. "Rossi and Hotch gave me an extention of my, our, vacation. This is the first time I have ever taken a sizable amount of time off of work, and technically I didn't even request these two weeks, so adding more time wasn't a problem."

"Are you sure Strauss is comfortable with that? I don't want to put your job in jeopardy."

"Rossi and Hotch spoke to her about that at our reception last night and she said as long as she never had to see your sister again, she would give me anything I want."

"We'll have to remember to bring her out again when it comes time for raises," Lila teased.

Spencer laughed and brought her hand to his lips for a kiss. "Besides, nothing is more important to me than you, so if taking this extra time was an issue, I would have told all three of them to deal with it."

"Really?" Lila asked, raising an eyebrow as she pictured her sexy husband getting sassy with his superiors.

"Really," Spencer replied, kissing her hand again.

"So what would you like to do for the next---how long is our honeymoon?"

"One month."

"A whole month?" Lila asked, her eyes widening as she imagined four weeks of nonstop, passionate lovemaking.

"A whole month," Spencer assured her, teasing the inside of her wrist with his tongue.

Lila shivered with pleasure and Spencer chuckled. "Besides the obvious, what do you have in mind?" he asked her. "I was going to plan the honeymoon as well, but I thought you might want some input since I kind of took over our wedding."

"Which was absolutely amazing, by the way. If this whole FBI thing doesn't pan out, I think you have a future as a wedding planner," Lila said, giving him a wink.

Spencer giggled and Lila continued. "Honesty, Spencer, all I want to do is go home and adjust to my--our new life. I don't need a fancy, exotic trip to express how I feel. All I want is to relax at home with my wonderful, handsome husband."

"I think I can arrange that," Spencer said.

"Good," Lila said, leaning over to kiss him.

"I love you, wife," Spencer murmured into her mouth, losing himself in her eyes despite still navigating a vehicle.

"I love you, husband," she mumured back, blushing with pleasure at the word.

The newlyweds shared one more embrace before Spencer turned his attention back to the road, deciding he didn't want them to start married life in the ER or morgue. As Spencer kept his eyes on the road, Lila rested her head on his shoulder, enjoying the feel of his warm body and his natural, delicious scent. Spencer wrapped his arm around her and kissed the top of her head as they drove off into the sunshine.

~The End~

Author's Note:

I cannot believe I finally reached the end! When I started this story not too long ago, I only had a basic idea of what was to happen. Never in a million years did I think this story would turn out as well as it has and I owe much of the credit to you. Although a story cannot start without the author, it cannot continue or flurish without the patronage, support, and suggestions of the readers. If it wasn't for you, I never would have finished, and it wouldn't have turned out so well.

I want to give my heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you for your support, ideas, and even criticisms. Not only have I created my favorite story, but I have also formed friendships that mean that much more. Everyone, you are just amazing and I hope you continue to accompany me on my literary journeys, wherever they may lead us.

I will summarize this with some lyrics from a song that I find absolutely appropriate for the occassion. I have given this note a great deal of thought and these words express exactly how I'm feeling:

"It's been a long and winding journey, but I'm finally here tonight....you would know, it would be clear, but angels brought me here....I'll be forever grateful, I'll be forever thankful!"

Love to all of you! A big cyber hug and kiss to everyone! Muah! XOXO!

Now onward and upward to the sequel!