Hannibal: Your Mine

Chapter 7: The Muralist

{ A mistake will haunt you,
But,
A regret will murder you}

Ivy's POV

I lived in a two story house, on the edge of Baltimore. It was far from most people, but I was fine with that. I was never really a people person, although I was good with people. I thought I could relax today. I never signed up to re-join the FBI, I was only there as a visitor. My phone rang, with Jack's name appearing bright. I was reluctant, but it was Jack, so I had to.
"Hello"

"Ivy, we found the colour palette!"

"What? Jack, where are you?"

"I've emailed you. Just get here quick!"
Jack never cared what you were doing, he just wanted you here. I got the directions up and started to drive.

When I got there, the place was teeming with police. I always hated the police, they couldn't keep there hands off anything! Everyone gave me an odd look. I forgot I hadn't done this in 3 years, and I no longer knew anyone. I felt like an outsider, finally able to look in.
"Ivy, put these gloves on"

"How bad is it?"

"I doubt you have ever seen anything like this"
He was right. Like I said I hadn't done this in 3 years and my stomach was no longer as strong as it was. The smell was enough to make me vomit, but seeing it too, threw me over the edge. I rushed out side, and tried not to contaminate the crime scene. I began to vomit out of site. I felt my hair being lifted off my face.

Hannibal POV
I was so close to the crime scene. I heard the familiar sound vomiting not to far away. Unlike me, I decide to see and maybe help this person. To my surprise, I found Ivy. I rushed over and moved her hair.
"Ivy?Are you ok?"
She was startled,she had just been throwing up. Her beautiful eyes gazed into mine. She was shaking as she held me tight.
"I'm...I'm fine.."

"Here" I said, handing her my handkerchiefs, "What happened to you?"

"I haven't seen anything like that in so long....It just got to me" I gave her a warm smile as I wrapped my arms around her. She embraced me. Her touch was so...Delightful. I never wanted this moment to go, but a moment is called a moment for a reason. I wouldn't let her go that easy, I kept my arm over her shoulder. We gained a few glares from the police, but the most satisfying was Jack's. Although, I don't plan for Ivy to get into trouble, Jack always has some ready for her.

Ivy's POV

My whole body was shaking. I couldn't stop. From my shakey lips, I let out a small 'Thank You'
"Ivy? Are you ok to come back in?"

"I'll be fine" I said while removing Hannibal's arm. By now everyone must think we're a couple...Actually, I would mind that....NO! Do not think like that!
"Jack? Why did he change mid brush stroke? The colours don't blend" Hannibal spoke in a low hush tone

"Your right...Maybe a new drastic idea"

"No! Jack get your head in the gam- Wait! He's the killer!" I piped up.
I gained a few odd looks, but almost instantly Hannibal saw it too
"Jack, I believe she's right"

"Of course you would" I heard Jimmy saying. I Loved/Hated Jimmy and Brain.Ever since collage, they have been the bane of my life, always cracking jokes, and always judging me. Yes, we were friends and No, I have no clue how. My phone started to buzz in my pocket. I knew that it wasn't important, but it was my phone! You can't ignore that!
"Hello?"

"Is this Ivory Lane?"

"Yes, speaking"

"Ah,Hi. I'm from the arts centre in Washington. We saw your file and we need an extra dancer. Are you free? Don't worry everything will be paid for and you will get paid for this job"

"Yes, I'm free. I can be there by tomorrow. When is the show?"

"Tomorrow. But with your training, you don't need to learn the dance"
She hung up and I felt an empty feeling. Jack looked at me with worried eyes.
"I'm sorry Jack, I can't help on this case. I'm not back as an FBI Agent yet, I still have my own job. I'm needed in Washington"

"Washington?! You live in Baltimore! Why are you needed Washington"

"I'm an act for a show. Time to bring out my dance shoes. I'm sorry but I got to go"
I walked out of the silo and went for my car.
"Ivy" I heard from behind. I turned to find Dr.Lector standing before me. Ugh!
"Jack wants you to have this" He slipped me a piece of paper which I didn't open.
"Are you still coming to dinner?"

"It's only a one night show. I wouldn't miss that dinner for the world" I said give him a kiss on the cheek. Before I got in my car, Hannibal grabbed my arm.
"Ivy, Jack is going to need you more than ever. The trail starts today. He's getting on the stand. If he says the wrong thing, he can lose his job"

"I'm here....Thats all Jack needs. I'll be gone for two days, tell him that"
Driving away, I felt a strong feeling of regret. Why did I leave him? He's weak and we both know that! When I was far away, I pulled over and read his note.

Ivy,
Ring Bella! She needs it...She's dying and she needs to know that you still care

Why is everything falling on me? First Hannibal, now Bella.