A/N: This chapter has Emily's POV at the beginning, then switches to JJ's POV back in Kentucky. They're watching the news. Emily and Gibbs give their statement on the coffee shop incident.
Chapter 9
"It was a mistake," you said. But the cruel thing was, it felt like the mistake was mine, for trusting you." - David Levithan
[Emily POV]
The lights flash I Gibbs and I walk up to the podium NCIS has set up for us.
"Wow. I did not expect this to be such a big deal… We've never had this much press for our statements back at the BAU…" I whisper quietly to Gibbs.
We reach the podium. "I know. Neither have I." Gibbs replies back to me quietly.
He starts, "Hello. My name is Special Agent Gibbs with the NCIS and this is Special Agent Prentiss with the FBI. We honestly did not expect such a turnout."
"Yes," I continue for him, "It really is touching to see how much the people care about events like this. We would first like to give a statement, then we will accept questions afterward."
Gibbs nods. The press it quiet. The camera flashes continue.
"Agent Gibbs and I are just glad we there able to help out. I have a great deal of respect for Agent Gibbs and for the entire NCIS. We tried everything to prevent the DC officer from being shot. Both Agent Gibbs and I would like to take a moment of silence to dedicate to her and her family." I pause. "What I have heard from her coworkers is all positive. She was a phenomenal officer."
Gibbs starts, "The man separated the women apart from the men and turned all of the lights off. We decided to wait it out, to see if any police cars would come. When it became clear that no one was coming Agent Prentiss and I both knew it was time to act."
Kentucky, With the BAU
[JJ POV]
This case is a pain in my ass. At least it's almost over. Hotch is in a really shitty mood. When Hotch is in a bad mood, everyone is. To top all that off, Emily is not even here. Usually, she's the one who talks to Hotch and calms him down. Without her here we're a mess. I see Garcia run in.
"TURN ON THE TV! EMILY IS ON THE NEWS! TURN IT ON!" She exclaims at as as she runs towards us.
Everyone is quiet as we dread what could have happened to Emily. Morgan turns the TV on.
A gray haired man in his fifties is speaking next to Emily, "I saw Agent Prentiss signal to me to move to the front of the door. It was then that I realized she had her gun with her. I nodded and on her count, I crawled. I heard the man yell at me to stop. He was interrupted when Emily- Agent Prentiss shot him in the back. We made sure everyone called the police and the ambulance while Agent Prentiss tried to slow his bleeding with my jacket. Thanks to Agent Prentiss, this terrible man will be able to spend the rest of his life in prison, for causing this despicable tragedy."
I look around. Everyone's eyes are wide open. Garcia is crying, Morgan's hand is over his mouth, Rossi mouth is wide open, and Reid's eyes are bigger than tennis balls. Hotch is focused on the television. Emily steps up to speak.
"Agent Gibbs is much too modest, I may have fired the shot, but I would not have been able to without Agent Gibbs. I have a great deal of respect for Agent Gibbs." So his name is Gibbs.
"As do I of Agent Prentiss," Gibbs adds.
They finish, "At this point we will take questions." Emily announces.
"Oh my god. My poor raven haired goddess," Garcia says between tears.
"That's my girl," Morgan says, proud.
"Go Emily," Rossi chants.
"Statistically, women negotiators are less likely to survive hostage situations after attempting to convince the criminal against following through. Emily most likely knew this and instead thought to cause a distraction with enough time for her to shoot the man. Impressive." Reid applauds her.
Hotch is silent.
"Thank god she's okay." I say.
Everyone is quiet when they hear the next question.
"This is for both Agent Prentiss and Agent Gibbs. You are also both working on a separate case. Do you have any leads on that? That is why the two of you were at the coffee shop, was it not? How is it working with the NCIS Agent Prentiss?"
Um. What. No. Emily is on personal leave. She couldn't be working a case.
Emily looks to Agent Gibbs. Gibbs blinks at her. Emily blinks back. It's as if they are having a separate conversation none of us are privy true.
Emily starts, "Yes. I am working on a case with Agent Gibbs and his NCIS team."
What!? That little...
Morgan seems taken aback.
She keeps talking, "I can honestly say that I have never worked with such a welcoming team. They are all phenomenal agents"
Oh no, she did not just diss us. Hotch is seething. Garcia is still crying.
Emily puts a hand on Gibbs' shoulder. He smiles.
Hotch is seething.
"Although, obviously, we cannot release all the details of the case, earlier today Agent Gibbs' team released my profile to the press. I'd be happy to repeat it. We need to get the information out to the people as much as possible. This killer is much at large."
She already formed a profile?
Emily starts, "This man is of average intelligence, but he is extremely methodical. We believe he works in law enforcement. He is an alpha male and feels superior to others. He does not have many friends, but he is attractive enough and socially competent enough where he could have many friends if he wanted to. He lives with his wife. I believe his wife is ex-navy. She was most likely recently injured. His wife is most likely very beautiful. And if you'd ask anyone who knows them, they'd say they seemed like the perfect american family. The unsub has no criminal background, up until his wife's injury he showed no signs of psychopathy. The unsub is the oldest child among his family and comes from an upper middle class background. He is of average height and weight, but has above average strength and is attractive enough for women to be willing to help him without asking too many questions. He is caucasian, age 30-35, and his wife is in the same age range."
She pauses.
I look around and everyone seems pissed off except for Garcia, who is crying, and Reid, who just looks confused. Why is she working their case? I'm trying to determine whether I should be aghast or pissed off like the others.
"He targets strong, beautiful, single, caucasian women in their early 30s. They live a middle class lifestyle and are naval officers. They are educated and are in almost perfect health. Women who fit this profile should stay cautious. I believe the best way to reach out to this individual is by the media, so we would like you all to continue broadcasting this profile. We need to apprehend this man as soon as possible. That concludes our profile. Any one with information on this individual, please call the NCIS tip line. This will also conclude all questions." They both say thank you and walk off the podium.
"What the hell?" Morgan yells.
Hotch looks like he's about to hit something, but he says nothing.
"Why is she with them? I thought she took leave… for personal reasons…" Garcia asks.
They all look hurt and betrayed. I feel sick about Emily. I can't even look at her. I turn off the TV that is still praising her.
"We're almost through with the case. As soon as we're finished, let's go visit Emily. Check on how she's doing," I suggest.
They all nod.
"And no one call her," I finish.
They all agree.
"You have to admit. That was a damn good profile. And it isn't even the full thing. And she did it alone. Conducted herself well at that press conference. More press than at ours. That Gibbs seems to be impressed with her too. Kid did good." Rossi commends her.
I look at him disgusted. How can he compliment her after she betrayed us like that? I don't care if it's true.
A/N: So yeah. Hotch is pretty pissed of at Emily and jealous of Gibbs. To clarify, everyone from the BAU is pissed off at Emily except for Rossi.
In order of pissed-off-at-Emily-ness;
Hotch- Jealous and mad in general
JJ- Totally pissed at betrayed
Reid- Not really pissed, just confused is and a little hurt.
Garcia- hurt, but not mad
Rossi- is a little hurt, but he is still proud of Emily. I think of Rossi as a pretty reasonable guy, so he's not mad at Emily.
And incase you didn't get it, they're mad at Emily because she's consulting with NCIS, she didn't tell them, and she's supposed to be on leave for personal reasons. It's kind of like a "You're cheating on us with the NCIS?" "I thought you were sick" kind of thing.
It's not Emily's fault though, Strauss didn't tell them she was with NCIS and Hotch told Strauss that Emily is off for personal reasons, who told the team. Emily didn't call because, A: She's busy and B: She thinks the team is pissed at her .(now they are)
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