So, I got a ton of people asking me to do a sequel, and I would love to do it. But here is the catch; it is HARD to write Mike's character. His only person (originally) was to be with JJ in her last moments, I changed my mind at the last minute and JJ lived. If I were to write a sequel, I am not entirely sure what is purpose would be. I have a ton of other ideas for JJ in danger, but don't want to use all of them in the same story. Essentially, I do not want to use JJ kidnapped, hurt again in this story though it will happen several other times in other stories (if you have read my profile you will understand!)
So, this is my compromise. I have decided to continue this story, that way Mike is still present, I am not putting JJ through repeated traumatic events (at least not in this story) and the essential theme can continue.
Here is a warning, because of Mike's role and job, there is a good possibility that she will die this time around. I just find it will be easier for them to interact that way and as sad as death is, it is also life.
I am going to TRY and do this where Mike watches various members of the team as the deal with what happened.
I wake with a start, my heart (should it still be beating) feels as though it is racing. Sweat drips down my back, down my neck and for a moment it takes me a second to regain my bearings.
The white walls of the ICU room reminded me that I am still at JJ's side, that my charge has yet to awaken from her vicious assault almost two days ago. Her miraculous recovery and rejoining the team was nothing but a dream. Both figuratively and literally. It was dream in that it didn't happen and a dream that I hope it does.
I still do not know the answer and maybe this is the consequence we were warned about, the simple fact of not knowing. JJ is here, unconscious in the bed that is entirely too large for her. She hasn't moved on her own since the helicopter ride and is still dependent on the ventilator.
I promised her earlier that I would not leave her side, and I intend to keep that promise. I have nowhere to go, have no needs, the only place I need to be is by her side. Her team has been rotating shifts here, they say it is because her attackers are still at large; but I know it's because they do not want her alone. Ever.
Agent Hotchner is here now, his head resting in his hands as he guards his injured agent. Guilt is clearly written all over his face and he looks as though he hasn't slept in days. Multiple FBI agents have come in and spoken with him, I guess the assault of a federal agent is something the FBI does not take well, and all available agents are working the case.
I feel so bad for the man, for the entire team, but especially him. He knows he was the one to make the call to save JJ, or so he thinks. He knows that the possibility of brain damage is become more of a reality everyday, and today he knows that his worst fears are confirmed. His agent was sexually assaulted, and in his mind he let it happen. The doctor, Dr. Levels, had gently explained the results to him, offering the additional information that the test took so long to perform because they wanted to make sure she was stable enough before putting any more strain on her body. He adds that in no way is JJ considered stable, but the medical staff wanted "those bastards" just as much as the FBI, so the medical team went ahead and obtained the rape kit.
"I'm sorry, Agent Hotchner," Dr. Levels places a hand on Hotch's shoulder after detailing the evidence of the assault. All Hotch can do is nod as he reaches over and takes JJ's hand in his own.
He now knows everything he didn't want to know. But he also knows the name of one man involved in the critical injury dealt to his agent. And he is out for blood. He reaches up, tucks the blanket around JJ, and stands as the door opens.
Garcia and Morgan walk in, but Hotch stops and looks at Morgan. "Let's go." His voice is stone cold. "Garcia, do not leave her side."
The look of pure determination, anger scare me. And when he informs Morgan of the name of one of the men suspected in assaulting JJ, all hell breaks loose.
His name is Ryan Tom, and they know exactly where to find him; he is guarding JJ's door as the night shift officer. And tonight he will meet the FBI.
