Well, lookit all these gorgeous faces.

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𝑰𝒇 𝒂 𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒌𝒔 𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒕, 𝑰 𝒐𝒘𝒆 𝒉𝒊𝒎 𝒏𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈.

➢ 𝗥𝗣.
➢ 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗨.
➢ 𝗠𝗗𝗡𝗜.

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Therapy went well!
[Excuse her while she goes and fixes her make-up.]

Yeah? Need a helpin' hand? I imagine it'd be difficult carrying seven or eight coffees on your own.

[She cocks an eyebrow and grins.] I think that would be acceptable.

[She looks to the others in the group.]

Are we in agreement?

You and me both.

Maybe... Whoever wins gets treated to a meal at their favorite restaurant that all of us have to pitch in and pay?

I'm open to suggestion!

Cloudy day's got me down.

-Maybe one of y'all can give me some tips.

Sounds like I'll have my work cut out for me. [Adeline considers herself a good shot, but she only suggested this competition as a sort of way to further become friends with her teammates.

Plus, it seems to be in her blood to want to organize such things, to get people together.]

-

I told Agent Hotchner that we should have a competition. [Adeline chimes in.] I reckon I could give someone a run for their money, though seems like perhaps Agent Jareau might have me beat.

[Adeline hums, sipping her drink. Her attention is drawn to the dartboard.]

"It's all in the wrist..." [Comments JJ as she throws three bullseyes in a row.

She receives applause. Everyone is all smiles. Adeline watches the interaction, noting Aaron's smile toward his team. He was a good boss.]

Yeah, yeah, but... I mean. Do you date? Go out with friends?

When you're not busy, I mean.

[Morgan, Spencer, and Emily are playing darts. Garcia, JJ, and Rossi are watching in amusement.]

Is that so~? [She sips her drink, eyebrows raised, hiding a smirk against her glass.]

Do you get out much?

[Adeline grins.] I'm afraid I don't know what you're talking about.

Though, seriously, I know I'm a little much. If I ever cross a line, smack me upside the head. I promise I don't mean no harm.

Oh, I'll let them this time. My thanks to them for bein' so kind to me.

What about you? You're more than welcome to take advantage of me... And my kindness. [She gives a playful little smirk, picking up her drink when it's given to her by the bartender.]

-Well, Agent Hotchner has been polite. Very by the books.

The usual bar they attend is mildly busy, but not crowded.]

First round is on me.

[Morgan snorts] "The only way you could ruin my night is coming to me with a case."

[In the elevator, Adeline is the shortest of the crew. She's already feeling warm feelings towards these people, and how could she not? They were all friendly to her, all welcoming.

-

["Surprised she got you to come. I'm not convinced the newbie doesn't have something on you..." Derek teases, clapping Hotch on the shoulder.

"We'd love to have you."

The others join in, Garcia clapping in excitement.]

[Adeline leaves his office, feeling mighty pleased with herself. She informs the crew that Hotch will be joining them as they head out of the office.]

[A grin brightens her face.] That's what I like ta hear. Now, I warn you...

I might be on you to loosen up all night.

What, and you think you've got a buncha comedians workin' for you? [She holds up her hands in defense.]

I won't pressure ya, but I think it would be good for morale. Theirs and yours. I feel like y'all need it.

Now, why do I have a hard time believing that with you? [She glances over their shoulders at the rest of the team packing up.]

Not to ruin your stoic image, but I think they like you pretty well.

There'll always be paperwork. [She leans against his doorway, hands in her pants pockets. Adeline seems like the sort who makes herself comfortable and familiar easily.]

The team is talkin' about getting drinks after work. You in?

👀 ✍🏼

Does that mean I get to profile *you*? 👀

Oop.
Forget I'm around profilers.
Just never you mind.

Prove? [She tucks her hair behind her ear.] Can't a girl just want a bit of fun with new friends?

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Does this look like a face that would lie to you?