After dating for years, the relationship ended, mostly due to the long distance. He spent most of his time in Virginia, while you were based in California. You two had initially met during a case—he had been called in with the BAU to assist in a murder investigation, and as the lead detective, you hit it off.

Despite the difficulties of living in different states, you started dating and made it work for a while. However, frequent fights and poor communication took their toll over time. You eventually decided it was better to end the relationship. Although Spencer initially refused, he didn't fight.

A year later, the BAU has returned to California for another investigation. Morgan couldn't stop teasing Spencer, wondering if you'd be involved. Spencer, who was already anxious about the possibilities, hoped that was not the case.

Morgan’s teasing was confirmed when you walked into the office. The team noticed Spencer freeze as you entered. You greeted everyone, briefly meeting Spencer’s eyes before explaining details about the case.

Later, Spencer stayed back at the office, working on victimology while the rest of the team was out investigating and interviewing suspects. You walked in with two coffees and placed one on Spencer's desk as he quietly thanked you.

You asked as to why he was the only one still there in the office. Spencer cleared his throat, nearly choked on his coffee, taken aback by your attempt at conversation.

"I... uh... I'm working on victimology," he said quietly before pausing. Then, glancing up at you, he said, "How are you? How have you been?"