Molly climbed out of the car and glared at Spencer. She folded her arms across her chest and stuck her lip out.

"Will you quit pouting. You're a grown woman," he said rolling his eyes.

"I'm tired and pregnant and I just want to stay in bed watching TV," Molly groaned standing still next to her car door. "Why did you have to tell Penelope I'd go shopping with her? You should've asked me. I don't make plans for you," she said angrily.

"It's only for a few hours and J.J. bailed on her at the last minute because Henry is sick. She's done so much for you, I think you can do this for her," Spencer said walking over to his stubborn fiancée.

Molly didn't have a reply. She just huffed and rolled her eyes at him. He placed his hands on her arms and began pulling her toward the front entrance. Molly reluctantly started moving.

"Look, I'll make it up to you. How about a nice back massage when we get home?" Spencer said as he held his hand out for her to take.

Molly tried to hide her smile, but failed miserably.

"Fine. You're so lucky I love those hands," Molly said teasingly.

"They do work some magic," he joked back.

When they reached the front door, Spencer knocked and waited for Penelope to answer. The door opened and Penelope smiled brightly at them both.

"Hey! Thank you so much for coming! I know you don't want to go out, but I was desperate! I need help finding the perfect dress for my date," Penelope said as she stepped aside and let them enter.

"No problem. I'm glad to help," Molly lied as she followed Penelope.

As the living room came into view, Molly was startled by the shouting of surprise! Her eyes landed on J.J., Emily, Savannah, Derek, and her old-coworker Casey. The room was decorated with neutral colored baby balloons and streamers. Molly clutched at her beating heart as the girls rushed forward to give her hugs.

"You guys didn't have to do this," Molly said feeling shy at the attention.

"Of course, we did! We can't let this child come into the world unless he or she has been properly spoiled rotten," Penelope said grinning.

"You are too kind," Molly said wiping a stray tear. "Thank you."

As Penelope went to get the first game, Molly walked sheepishly over to a smirking Spencer. She put her arms around his neck and pulled him closer.

"So, I guess I owe you a huge apology," she said gently.

"I guess you do," he teased.

"I'm sorry, babe. Thank you for doing this and putting up with my mood swings," Molly said giving him a chaste kiss.

"It's ok. I know it's not your fault, but I mean you can make it up to me later," he said brushing Molly's hair away from her eyes.

"Oh, is that so? And what did you have in mind? A back massage?" she giggled.

"I was thinking of a massage … maybe not a back one," he said wiggling his eyebrows, making Molly burst out laughing.

"Ok, down boy. We'll discuss this later," she said before turning to go back to the group.

(xxxxx)

Spencer and Molly carried all the presents into the apartment. When they placed all the supplies down in the living room, Sky came running over to greet them.

"Hey sweet boy, wanna go for a walk?" Molly said.

"Sure," Spencer joked.

"Haha, you're such a comedian," Molly teased back.

"I know. It's from years of working with Morgan. Something positive had to rub off at some point," Spencer said laughing. "It's getting dark out. Why don't you let me take him?"

"Nice try. You just want to get out of unpacking those bags," Molly giggled. "Take them into the spare bedroom, I'll take Sky out."

Spencer frowned, but picked up the handful of gifts and began shuffling towards the spare room, while Molly put Sky's leash on. She opened the door and they went outside. It was an overcast evening, with a bit of a chill in the air. The threat of fall hanging over the city.

Molly walked Sky to his favorite park down the street and let his leash extend so he could wander. Sky skipped happily across the grass as he found a tree to pee on. Molly pulled her hoodie over her head and tried to snuggle into Spencer's sweatshirt. Since her belly continued to grow, she wore more and more of Spencer's clothes.

She yawned as she looked around the park. It was fairly empty, with the exception of a few joggers and bikers. As Molly surveyed the park, her eyes caught someone staring at her. They wore all black and a smirk on their face that made her pulse quicken. She pulled on Sky's leash to signal it was time to go back inside. She glanced at the dog and back at the man watching her, but he was gone.

She looked around to see if she could see him anywhere, but there was no one around. She probably imagined it. She tugged on Sky's leash again and was grateful to see the dog trotting back to her. She tightened the leash and began jogging back to the apartment. She wanted to be safe inside her home and to forget what she thought she saw.

(xxxxx)

Spencer zipped up his go bag and gave Molly a kiss.

"The case is only 30 minutes away. If you need me, call," he said.

"Sounds good," Molly said as she continued painting the walls of the soon-to-be nursery.

"Be safe. I love you," Spencer said as he walked out of the room.

"You be safe as well and I love you too," she said.

Moments later she heard the front door shut as she continued painting. Her overalls were covered in splattered paint. Her phone buzzed next to her, causing her to stop and place the paintbrush between her teeth.

Hey Molls – I know we had plans to help with the nursery, but I'm sure you know by now that we have a case. I'm sorry! Penny said she'll try to stop over around dinner to check on you.

No worries Jayje. I know how it goes. I'm halfway finished painting the room. So tomorrow I'll start setting up the furniture. What I can anyway. Just be safe and I'll see you when you come back.

You be safe too! Don't lift or move anything heavy! That's what your body building fiancée is for.

LOL – awe poor Spence. He's a lot stronger than he looks.

Hahaha. I know, I'm just teasing. I gotta run. Love you.

Love you too J.J.

Molly put the phone down and went back to painting.

(xxxxx)

Three days had come and gone. Molly stood in the bathroom, washing her hands and face before bed. She chose one of Spencer's button downs as her pajamas this evening. She loved the smell of him and wanted to feel like he was with her. She hated when he was out of town.

After finishing in the bathroom, she climbed into bed and immediately heard the familiar flop, as Sky jumped onto the bed and curled up near her feet. Molly smiled at the sweet dog already dozing off in his favorite spot. Her phone buzzed and she leaned over to pick it up.

"Hey love, how's the case?" Molly asked as she snuggled into her pillow.

"Over, finally. We caught the guy," he said, sounding exhausted.

"That's good. You sound tired. Didn't sleep much, huh?" Molly said.

"I've been awake for … 31 hours and 14 minutes," Spencer said before yawning.

"Get some rest on the ride and I'll even let you sleep in tomorrow," Molly said with a smile.

"You're so good to me," he teased. "Hey, did you get the painting finished?" he asked changing the topic.

"Yea, and I got the crib started. I'm going to finish it in the morning," Molly said stifling a yawn.

"You should let me help you," Spencer said. She could hear the guilt in his voice.

"Remember when we built the desk?" she said giggling.

"Yea," he chuckled lightly. "I can't believe how long ago that was. It feels like it was yesterday."

"I know, time flies. Speaking of time flying, hurry and get home because I miss those sexy arms wrapped around my naked body," Molly said seductively.

Spencer groaned. "Don't do that to me babe," he said.

"Does that turn you on?" Molly continued.

"Yes, and I can't walk back into that room with a raging erection," Spencer said in a hushed voice.

Molly giggled. "Ok, I'll stop, but seriously hurry home. I miss you and I don't sleep as well without you here."

"Same with me. I'll see you soon."

"Ok be safe, I love you."

"I love you too."

(xxxxx)

Molly's eyes popped open and she jumped when she heard the sound of Sky barking. Molly climbed out of bed and went into the living room to see why he was upset. When she reached the living room, she saw Sky barking at the emergency escape window. Suddenly a figure appeared in the window, Molly took off running back to her bedroom. Just as she slammed the door shut, she heard the window smash.

Molly frantically looked through her bed to find her cell phone. She heard a yelp and knew that the person had done something to Sky. She kept searching for the phone while her breathing became more rapid. Finally, she found it hiding underneath Spencer's pillow. She grabbed it and ran to the bathroom, locking the door before crouching down in the shower.

Her hands were shaking as she flipped open her phone. She was about to make a call, when the bathroom door was kicked open. She screamed as the shadow stormed toward her hiding spot. The door to the shower swung open and smiling down at her was her ex-boyfriend Danny.

"Well, hello darling," the man said grinning down at her. "Long time no see."

"Danny, please. Please," Molly sobbed as she held up her hands in defense.

"You've been unfaithful Abbey," Danny said as he reached down and grabbed Molly by her hair. "Now get up!" He screamed, making Molly flinch in fear.

She slowly got up and allowed him to drag her back to the bedroom. When she neared the bed, Danny shoved her to the ground, where her knees hit the floor first. Molly let out a whimper, but she stopped after she felt a slap to the head.

"Shut up!" Danny screamed. "Put your hands behind your back."

Molly obeyed and felt zip ties being snapped tightly around her back. He put his hand on her head and shoved her over, her back hitting the ground hard. She felt him zip tie her ankles together. The ties were tight and hurt. She could feel her circulation being interrupted.

"I gave you everything, Abbey! And you ran out on me! You killed our child and then ran out on me!" Danny growled in her face. "Did you think I was going to let you just get away with that? I would've been a dad if it weren't for you! Do you realize our daughter would have been 2 years old today? But because you are so careless and a selfish bitch, you killed our daughter!"

Molly sobbed on the floor as she listened to Danny scold her.

"You're a dirty murdering slut and I will make you pay for what you've done!" Danny said before he swung his hand down, punching Molly in the face.

Suddenly the sound of barking and growling came from the other side of the door. Whatever Danny had done to the dog, wasn't enough. He stopped hitting Molly and pulled something out of his pocket. Sky continued to push on the door and bark ferociously.

The doorbell began to ring and the sound of someone pounding on the door was heard over Sky's barking. Danny swung the door open and yelped as Sky dove on top of him. Once again Sky cried out and Danny wrestled the dog off of him. Sky was limp and panting heavily. The dog crawled slowly toward Molly as Danny jumped up and ran from the room.

The person on the other end was knocking and ringing the doorbell. Danny stood against the door.

"Yes," he said.

"Where's Molly? Why is that damn dog barking?" the lady said.

"Sorry, she found a rat. Go back to bed. Everything is fine," Danny said.

"Well keep it down," the lady said wandering back to her room.

(xxxxx)

Spencer was just beginning to doze off when his phone rang, causing not only himself, but Derek and Emily to jump. They both grunted their disapproval over the call, but closed their eyes to go back to sleep.

"Sorry," Spencer muttered as he answered the phone. "Hello? Mrs. Cavanaugh? Is everything alright?"

Hotch peered into the rearview window, while Derek had opened his eyes and turned to peer into the backseat as well.

"Dr. Reid, are you home?" the woman said sounding worried.

"No ma'am. I'm on my way now. Why? Is something wrong?" Spencer said as his heart began to race.

He noticed Emily was no watching him too.

"Dr. Reid, I'm not sure, but your dog was barking incessantly so I went over to check … Dr. Reid a man's voice answered me. I … I have this feeling that it's … should I call the police?"

"Yes, call the police. I'll be home shortly," Spencer said before hanging up the phone.

"What's going on?" Emily asked.

"Hotch we need to hurry, please. Something's wrong with Molly," Spencer said as he pulled up her number and tried calling.

The phone kept ringing with no answer. By this time, Hotch had flipped the emergency lights on and was now weaving in and out of traffic.

"I'll have you there in 10 minutes," Hotch said.

(xxxxx)

They pulled up to Spencer's apartment complex that was roped off by police and before Hotch could stop Spencer jumped out. He ran through the barrier showing his credentials and yelling he was with the FBI. He ran up the stairs until he reached his floor.

"I'm Dr. Reid with the FBI, what's going on?" he asked the police that were standing outside the door.

"There's a man holding a woman hostage," one man stated. "We have a hostage negotiator on his way."

Without permission, Spencer shoved his way through the door. The men behind him were screaming at him as he walked in with his gun held out.

"Molly, can you hear me?" Spencer called out.

He listened for a response, when he heard nothing he slowly made his way to his bedroom. When he reached the doorway, he saw Molly sitting on the bed sobbing as the man behind her held a gun to her head.

Spencer held his gun up. "Let her go. It doesn't have to end badly."

Danny started laughing. "It ended badly when this bitch ran out on me and cheated on me. Cheated on me with a skinny, punk ass FBI agent."

"Danny, put the gun down. If you want to be mad at someone, be mad at me. I took her from you," Spencer said.

Molly shook her head no as she cried harder. Danny watched Spencer carefully.

"If anyone deserves to die, it's me. Shoot me, Danny. Once I'm dead, Molly is free to be with you. I won't be in the way anymore," Spencer said.

Danny seemed to be considering what Spencer was saying.

"Think about it, you shoot her, I'll shoot you. That's the end. Game over. But … if you shoot me, she's yours again. You win," Spencer stated.

Danny pushed Molly over and stood up now aiming his gun at Spencer. Molly was screaming and begging Danny not to do it, when the sound of a painful cry pierced the air. A gun was shot followed by two more loud shots.