Paper Cut Fingers

"You...kids...I can see it."

When a local murder case arises, members of the BAU find themselves yet again facing some of the cruellest parts of humanity. But that's not what scares Emily Prentiss.

As the investigation continues, she finds herself face to face with 14-year-old Matilda whose life is a painful culmination of abandonment and the system's failures. Despite knowing that injustices are a part of the job, Emily refuses to accept this one.

Emily Prentiss might not be able to save everyone, but she is determined to give Matilda the second chance she deserves. However, that proves to be a difficult task when the ghosts of Matilda's past continue to haunt her. With help from the BAU family, Emily shows Matilda the good in the world and in the process, Emily Prentiss finds a side to her life she never knew could exist.