A/N: Okay, let me explain. This was orignally just going to be a one-shot, but I decided to continue it with a chapter involving Cruz and the one-shots I mentioned last time are going to be stories in a series: "A Guy Can Only Hope". Why is it called this? Because these stories represent my hopes for the new season.

And on another note, it turns out that the missing ring was just fanboy paranoia. JJ had it in last night's episode, so I'm mad that they led me on. That's not going to affect my stories though. I hope you continue with it.

Also another note: I decided to use my Twitter for something other than stalking Criminal Minds, Matt Gubler, and AJ Cook's tweets. I will be using it to announce updates on stories, new story ideas, and to ask questions to Rick Dunkle hoping for an answer. So, please follow me for these updates and posts. Also, if you ever have any type of question (whether it be about my stories, what I decided to cut, or just questions in general), just tweet me and I will reply back ASAP. Look for DCalCodaD.

Well, let's not wait any longer. You know the drill: read, review, and enjoy.

JJ met with Matt Cruz at their normal spot at the entrance to the local park where she sometimes took Henry for some fresh air.

"So, you ready to go for a run?" JJ asked.

"Yes. When you tell me what's going on," Matt said.

"I'll explain on the run," JJ said.

Matt shrugged. As they jogged around the park, JJ started explaining.

"My husband kept constantly asking me to quit my job at the FBI and I constantly said no. It was a constant argument and it was pissing me off. Recently, he stopped asking. I knew something was off," JJ began.

"Wait a minute," Matt interrupted. "You're married?"

"Was married. I'm filing for divorce."

"Why?"

"Just wait. I'll get to that." Matt nodded and she continued. "So I confronted him about it. He was drunk and I was telling him off about his drunkenness and his disrespect for my job when he hit me. As soon as he did, he was begging for forgiveness. I just figured that it was just the alcohol talking, so I forgave him. Then we had a case in Dallas recently with a sniper who was going to kill a woman who had gone to a community angel because she was being abused. I felt uneasy during the conversation because I knew what it felt like. My co-worker, Dr. Spencer Reid…"

"Wait, he isn't your husband?" Matt asked honestly. "The way you talked about him at the Pentagon made me think you were in love with him."

"I was with my son's father at the time. Though I honestly wish I had just sucked it up and asked him out on a second date. I met my son's father, Will, in New Orleans while we were working a case there. He kept flirting with me and I flirted back. I regret it so much because talking to him in that bar made me feel like such a freaking dumb blonde. Besides, Spencer was still struggling with being abducted in Georgia at the time. I should have been more worried about him and the case than having that bastard flirt with me while drinking on the job. He was always drunk when we were getting intimate and I hated it. Either way, I wish I had just told Spencer how I felt back then." JJ shook her head for a second. "You know I remember there was a party before I was pregnant where Spencer and I both got drunk and we slept together. He was my first and I was his." She stopped. "I'm getting way off topic. Anyway, after he confronted me about my uneasiness, I decided to kick Will out. He hit me again, I pointed a gun at his groin and he left. I threw my ring in the fireplace and covered it with the ashes. I got all of his stuff out of the house and I'm having a restraining order drawn up since he hit both me and my son. He comes near either of us again, the cops will take him away."

Matt stared for a moment. "Well, your life has been eventful recently."

"No kidding," JJ replied.

"Just asking, but when did you sleep with Dr. Reid?" Matt asked.

"A little personal there Matt," JJ said.

"Just answer the question, JJ."

"February 2008."

"And when was your son born?"

"November 2008."

"Pregnancy lasts up to 40 weeks or ten months as you know."

"Yeah."

"Do the math."

JJ paused for a moment. "I know. I've wondered for a while. I considered telling him my suspicion recently."

"I wouldn't. You're going to be fresh off a divorce. Take a little while before you tell him anything."

JJ thought for a moment. "You're right. Besides he still hasn't moved past Maeve."

"Who?"

"His old girlfriend."

"What happened?"

JJ stopped running and paused, not wanting to remember that night. That awful night where Spencer had to watch his first girlfriend die at the hands of a psychopath. "She was murdered. Right in front of him."

Matt reeled back. "Wow. I can't imagine that. That's gotta be harsh."

"And Spence being Spence, he was hurt so badly. I think he grieves Maeve's death more that our boss Hotch did when his ex-wife was murdered. He doesn't let that many people close to him and having Maeve die in front of him destroyed him."

Matt paused. "In that case, wait for a better time to tell him when his grieving has lessened immensely."

JJ nodded. "That's my plan."

Matt and JJ finished their jog. "Can you do the same time tomorrow morning?" JJ asked.

"Sure, anything for an old friend," Matt said.

"Alright, I'll see you tomorrow." JJ walked away and headed back home.

JJ thought about the recent events that had taken place. Patience was the key. Spencer needed time. Besides, she needed to get the restraining order drawn up along with the divorce papers.

Maybe everything will be better in a few months, she thought.

Well, that's that. Keep an eye out for part two of "A Guy Can Only Hope", Bully! And follow along in this series as it continues!

One thing: This story is NOT connected to "Don't Forget" in any way. The plot ideas come together in the end so they needed to be established. This similar plot idea is part of it. Just go with it. None one of these will be romance anyway. I'm not sure if I will hook them up in the end. So go with the flow.

Anyway, keep your eyes open for updates on A New Chance along with the posting of both versions of What Wasn't Seen ("Don't Forget" and "A New Chance" Editions) and the epilogue of Don't Forget That I Will Always Love You!

Until then! See you next time!

-D.C. al Coda