You never thought it'd end like this. After a decade of working with the BAU as one of their most trusted profilers, you were being forced out of your job. What the fuck, right?

You didn't even get an explanation. You just got an email from the section chief and just like that, you no longer had your job. You could've sworn you did everything right. Why was this happening?

You were gonna lose not only your job, but your memories and friends.. and Luke. Oh god, Luke. The newbie you met three or four years ago when he joined after Derek, and the newbie you immediately clicked with, even if it started out rocky with some banter.

For a heartfelt goodbye, Rossi threw you a goodbye party, as his garden was the designated location for such events. Everyone was singing and dancing and having a great time, and you just.. wanted to soak it all in. Just for a moment more.

As you went to get a refill on drink, Luke followed after you. He leaned against the table with a little smirk.

"So, since technically we're not colleagues anymore.. would you finally let me take you out for dinner?" He crossed his arms as your eyes widened in surprise.