Polar Opposites ~ Aaron Hotchner

Chapter 19

Abigail POV

I turn over in bed, expecting to feel someone there but the bed is empty. My eyes flutter open as I sit up, looking for Aaron. The sound of the bedroom door opening catches my attention, a smile making its way to my lips as I see Aaron standing in the doorway with breakfast on a tray. "Good morning handsome,"

"Good m--" His words stop short as I watch in horror at the scene in front of me. Aaron collapses, the food going everywhere as he lays on the ground lifeless, a bullet hole oozing blood from his forehead. I look up with blurred eyes as I see Danny standing there with a gun.

"Look at you, all ready for me," He chuckles sinisterly before making his way over to the bed. I quickly scramble to get up but am yanked back onto the bed by chains that are attached to my wrists. I scream for help but no one comes as Danny climbs on top of me a belt in his hand.

"No, please,"

"Stop!" I scream as I shoot up from my bed, sweat dripping down my forehead as my hands shake in their place on my lap. I jump at the feeling of a hand rubbing my back, causing me to look over and see the worried face of Aaron Hotchner.

Without even thinking I bury my head in his shoulder as sobs escape my lips. He wraps his arms around me, holding me tightly against him, whispering sweet nothings as he waits for me to calm down. It feels like forever but I finally pull away, wiping the tears from my now reddened and damp cheeks. "You okay?"

I nod, focusing on my hands that are in my lap. I feel Aaron's hand gently hold my chin, tilting my head up to look at him. He presses a kiss to my forehead before giving me a smile. "Are you up for breakfast or just coffee?"

"Just coffee please," My voice is barely a whisper.

"Okay, how about you go have a nice shower and then we'll head to work, how's that sound?" I nod with a small smile before climbing off the bed and walking to the main bathroom that has all my stuff.

I have a quick shower, my thoughts racing around my brain like it's a fucking skatepark. I button up the last button of my blouse before tucking it into my pants, causing it to become tight across my chest. I put my clothes in the hamper and hang up my towel before walking out of the bathroom.

I see two cups of coffee on the table but Aaron is nowhere in sight. "Aaron?" I call out through the apartment quietly. I get no response, causing my hand to slowly rest atop my gun that is holstered against my pants. The sound of a door opening causes me to swiftly turn around, my gun in hand and pointed at the person. I quickly lower it as Aaron stares at me with a concerned expression. "I-I'm sorry," I stutter out as I reholster my gun.

"I just went to grab the mail. I'm sorry, I should've told you," He informs as he places the stack of mail on the table. I take a deep breath, my eyes closed as I try to regain my bearings. "Abbi, you're safe,"

I nod before opening my eyes slowly. My eyes rest on Aaron who's changed into his work attire, minus the blazer which I assume he'll put on in a minute. I walk closer and fix his collar a bit before smiling up at him. He leans down, his lips capturing my own in a soft and sweet kiss. He walks back to his room and I grab my to-go cup filled with coffee. I take a sip and smile softly. Aaron has memorized the way I take my coffee and I just think that's super sweet.

"Ready to go?" Aaron questions, causing me to turn and look at him. I smile before nodding, I grab my to-go back, just in case and sling it over my shoulder before pocketing my phone.

The drive to the office is quick and filled with some light chatter from both Aaron and I. We get to the office and go our separate ways. I beeline towards Penelope's office to find her, Derek and JJ. "Are you guys looking at adorable baby pictures without me?" I ask, feigning betrayal.