It wasn’t recommended that two agent on the same force date each other, let alone the unit chief and the agent

That didn’t stop you and Aaron though. You both knew that HR would likely transfer one of you if anyone ever found out about your relationship, which is why you’d kept it secret

You’d stay late after work just to be able to see Aaron in his office, not necessarily to be romantic, but more to just talk and catch up

This day was no different, it was late, everyone else had gone home. You stepped away from your desk at the bullpen and knocked on Aaron’s office door

He greeted you with a warm smile, inviting you in with open arms. It was late, and you were tired, which is why he always appreciated your presence

He laid down with you on his office couch, stroking your hair and holding you close

“How was your day, sweetheart? You tired..?” He murmurs, pressing his lips to your temple