I am so sorry about this last update! This is the real chapter; the other was a mistake! So sorry!

Disclaimer: I don't own Criminal Minds or any of the characters on the show.

Warnings: This story will contain rape, and cursing.

I wait and wait until finally, she says….

"Em, I want to be able to, at this moment, say anything to make you feel better. I'd just fail though because I'm no good at saying the right things at the right time. I guess the only thing to say, is that I'm so sorry. I'm sure you're sick of hearing that but it's what I have right now for you."

I don't know how to respond. JJ, while her intentions are pure, can't say anything to make this better. That's the blonde's downfall; she always tries to make everything better. Some things, though, can't be fixed with words. It's not her fault; it's just in her nature. Even though, JJ is trying to placate me, I feel the need to sooth her own worries. So I just say, "Jaye, you mean well; you always do. Words right now aren't going to fix this. Thank you; for, you know, trying and all. It means more then you'll ever know."

I see how the words that I just spoke sink in; she nods tearfully in my direction, and puts her hand over mine. The small gesture is enough to comfort me and, I half smile at her. I know that JJ is upset; she can't heal my mental wounds, but at least now, I know she understands that. "Em," I hear JJ say carefully. I look at her and with raised eyebrows urging her forward. "You're gonna kill me but you're staying with me for a couple days. No do not argue; I'm not listening to a word of it. It will help, you know, not being alone and all. Plus, Henry has been dying to see his Aunt Emmy for ages," she finishes.

Sighing I just nod my head in agreement. It would do no good to fight JJ on the matter. She is almost as stubborn as I am. And I am very stubborn. I, too, would love not to be alone tonight and for the next few nights. Seeing, Henry, is also a lovely thought as well. He is sure to brighten up my mood a little bit. Kids have that unique ability.

JJ looks shocked that I am agreeing with her. It is kind of funny; she must have thought that I would fight for my independence. It's good to know that I can still be slightly shocking even in this complex situation.

Driving on, I start to notice the tell-tale signs that our journey is coming to an end. We, now, are at the last stop sign about to make the left on to JJ's block. I'm starting to get a little nervous at this point. Will, well, he is going to be there; it is after all his house. Not that I'm scared of Will; it's just that, I feel like this could be a huge burden on him. What if I scream out in a nightmare? What if I wake him up? It's one thing to put this huge weight on JJ, but Will? It could be too much to ask.

Pulling into the driving snaps me out of my thoughts, and I quickly realize that any thoughts that I have are nothing at this point. I am here; I might as well just stay. If Will has any issues, which if JJ loves him, he probably won't. JJ wouldn't be with a man that wasn't apt to being helpful to a friend.

Without words we get out of the car and Will walks down the driveway and engulfs JJ in a hug. He steps out from the hug and gently walks to my side. Looking at me, silently asking me for permission, he leans in, once he gets his reassurance, and gives me a caring, kind embrace. It was almost me undoing, but I kept my stoic façade up.

Pulling out from the hug I give Will a small smile; he returns it in full force. He takes my hand in his and leads me up the driveway and into the house. Any worries that I had, melt at the sincerity in his movements. JJ is one lucky woman to have such a caring man in her life. I almost envy her for that fact but I quickly realize that I can't even think about love right now.

"Aunt Emmy," Henry screams as he runs full force into my legs. The act, thoughtful and cute, is quite painful. Not wanting to upset the poor boy I quickly muster up a smile and hold in the wince that is threatening to break through my lips. JJ must have noticed my action and sent me an apologetic look. Eventually Henry pulls away and walks into the living room.

JJ stares at me and opens her mouth to say, "Em, I'm so sorry! I should have stopped him."

Gently I shake my head and whisper, "Jajye, don't worry about it! It wasn't really painful. It just caught me off guard and I wasn't prepared."

Luckily JJ didn't even try to argue. She, Will and I knew I wasn't being truthful. They could all tell that it hurt like hell but they wisely chose not to comment. Thankfully, there was not much more to do because, honestly, I don't think I can stand upright any longer. JJ, well, she noticed this as well, because, she is JJ. Giving me a pointed look she nodded to the guest room door. I just sighed at walked into the room and got ready for bed. Will, must have been out shopping because there were pajamas on the bed already. JJ is always prepared, so she must have instructed Will to buy them. Shaking my head slightly in amusement I put them on. They are loosely fitting another gracious action by Will. These clothes do not aggravate me tender wounds one bit.

I turn around to the knock at my door. Opening it up I find JJ staring at me and then she stares at the bed. Geez she is a demanding woman! Without a fight I get in, and she informs me that the guest bathroom is stocked and she will be in the living room sleeping because it is her night to sleep. I assume that Will is the one responsible for Henry tonight. Secretly, though, I know it is in case I have a nightmare. I almost have the absurd notion that I will not. Naturally, I know that will not be feasible. Psychologically, the chances of me having a good night's sleep are slim. I know not to get my hopes up to high because I know that they will just come crashing down around me in waves of tear drops.

With these thoughts I restlessly fall asleep.

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