To See You Again Chapter 16 and an Epilogue

"All the joy and all this love I know that it is from above So I give you heart and soul
It's yours to take wherever you go Through the years you'll always know it's yours to keep
God has blessed this sacred vow Angels line above and look down 'Cause you are the love of my life…"

On the last trimester of her pregnancy, Emily finally came to a decision. She and Aaron have been talking about it for months, weighing the pros and cons. But ultimately, Aaron always told her, the decision is hers. So one night, she told him that she will leave the FBI. She wanted to devote her time as a wife and mother to their three boys and their unborn child, a daughter. They were ecstatic.

She has devoted 20 years of her life to Interpol, CIA and FBI. With a 16 year old, who will be going off to college in about two years. Jack, who is almost 9 and Michael Aaron, two years old and a baby on the way, her decision was easy.

Ten years ago, if anyone told her that she will be a mother of four, she would have laughed. She would have said that person is a lunatic. She was ambitious and although being a mother was always part of her plans, having four definitely was not. But she enjoys being a mother and relishes being a wife. She would not have it any other way.

She decided to take off work for a few years until their daughter was in first grade. She wants to spend time with Dylan before he goes to Harvard or Yale or Columbia or Stanford. Thinking of her eldest son being away from her and Aaron made her sad. Even though he is not their biological son, Declan was every bit of her and Aaron. He was smart, caring, and responsible. He is a great older brother to both Jack and Michael Aaron. He went to his first school dance with a girl named Jenna.

When Emily told Aaron of her decision, it also made him think about work. He's 47 and for 22 years now, he has devoted his life to the FBI. His first marriage broke up because of work. Then he lost her to a serial killer because he was not willing to make a deal. For a time he lost Emily to another man because he was worried about his job and hers too. But thankfully, God gave him another chance and he has never been happy. The object of hunting down serial killers no longer gave him the thrill and he realized that he can still make this work a safer place even if he wasn't out there taking them down. Erin Strauss informed him that she will be retiring next year and she had recommended him to the Director to take over the position.

A few years ago, this would not even be a debate. He would have flat out declined it. But his life has changed. He is the father of three boys and soon, a daughter. He missed out the first 6 years of Jack's life and he vowed that never again, will he do that

He didn't want to end up like Gideon, who ran away from his friends and family because a serial killer got into his head.

He didn't want to be like Rossi, who let life pass him by and work became his life.

Both he and Emily had an absent parent growing up and for a very long time, they resented them for the past and were afraid they would become like them. But through the years, they have learned to forgiven them especially Emily with her mother, who is making up for being absent by being present for her grandchildren.

He wants to come home every night to his wife and their four kids. He wants to wake up for the feedings of their daughter, when she is born. He wants to hold her at night until she falls asleep in his arms. He wants to be the father and the husband his father never was.

Tonight, they both agreed. She will leave the FBI and he will be the BAU Section Chief Director.

Aaron will promote Derek Morgan to Unit Chief. He will ask Ashley Seaver to rejoin the BAU and add another team member. It was time that he let his team stand on their own in the field.

Three months later…

"Sweetheart, I want you to push alright?" Aaron said while holding her hand.

"Em, you can do this. Remember, you've done this before with Michael Aaron." JJ encouraged.

Her labor is taking longer that when she was pregnant with Michael Aaron.

She has been in labor for the past 3 hours.

The three boys are outside waiting anxiously with her parents, and the rest of the team.

The little one is being stubborn and seems to be taking her time in her introduction to the world. No doubt she will be strong willed and independent just like her mother.

It wasn't until another couple of hours when she decided to grace them with her presence by her loud cries.

Emily, JJ and Aaron were all in tears the moment she came out. Exhausted and sweat dripping down her forehead, she felt relieved and elated when their daughter finally decided to let her mommy rest.

After the doctor cleaned her up, their friends and family were finally allowed inside to see her and the beautiful, brown eyed baby with thick dark hair being held by the very proud dad.

"Guys, meet our daughter Amelia Jennifer Hotchner or AJ for short."

"Boys come and see your sister."

"She's beautiful mom. She looks just like you."

"Yes, mommy AJ is beautiful."

She smiled and kissed both her boys. Michael Aaron reaches out for Aaron to take him.

Aaron handed the baby to Emily's mom so she can see and hold her granddaughter for the first time.

"Oh Em, sweetheart, this is exactly how you look when you were born. Don't you agree, Robert?"

"Yes, sweetie she looks exactly like you."

They each took their turn in holding the baby. After awhile AJ started to get fussy and cried to let her mommy know that she needs to be fed.

"Guys, I think you need to leave. I need to feed this little one and she seems very impatient."

"JJ do you mind staying here in the room while I feed her? I need to ask you something?"

"Sure, Em."

Penelope, Dave, Derek and Spencer said their goodbyes. They were going to go get something to eat and just enjoy their weekend off.

They promised to come visit them after she is released from the hospital.

Aaron, the three boys, Will, Henry and Emily's parents waited outside until she was done feeding the baby.

"She really is so beautiful, Em."

"Thanks JJ. You're my best friend, that's why I added your name after her first name and I also wanted to ask you to be her Godmother."

"Oh my God, I'd be honored to be her Godmother."

"Aaron and I trust all our children's lives with you and the rest of the team. We would not be where we are now if it were not for your support. I don't think I could ever repay you for what you did for me back then with Doyle."

"Em, there is nothing I would not do to protect you. Nothing. I love you. I promised that I will always look be there for your children. They are like my own kids, you know. I gotta tell you though, Em. I feel sorry for my Goddaughter."

"What do you mean?"

"Well, look outside. Her Dad is an FBI agent. Declan will follow both your footsteps. Jack will follow Declan and also become an FBI agent. Michael Aaron though, I think he will be a lawyer but he will also be protective. And Henry, I have got to warn you Em, I think you and I will be in laws."

"Huh?"

"Henry seems to have an affinity for dark brown haired girls and it's all because of you."

"Me? Why are you blaming me?"

"Haven't you noticed that when we're together, he sits on your lap. And he always ask "When are we going to see Auntie Emily?" He doesn't ask "when can I go play with Jack?" My boy is in love with you. And now, did you see him earlier when Will was holding AJ? My boy will wait for AJ until she is old enough to date. Mark my word sweetie, 25 years from now, Henry and AJ will marry."

"Well, at least I don't have to worry because I know she will end up with a good man. But I warn you, Aaron is going to watch her like a hawk. And if he had his way, I don't think she will be allowed to date until she is 30."

Epilogue: Six years later

Emily and Aaron are dropping off their daughter, AJ and son Michael Aaron at their school. Although she is only 6 years old, they knew that she was way advanced for her age. It was Uncle Spencer who suggested that she took a test. AJ started reading when she was 2 years old and according to Uncle Spencer, she is a genius and is very fond of her Uncle Spencer. Whenever Uncle Spencer is at the house, he and AJ are in their own world.

When she took the test to determine her grade level, the results came back 4th grade level. But Aaron and Emily figured that their little girl would be too young and a little small for 4th grade. They decided to put in 3rd grade with her brother Michael Aaron and see how she response. She is wearing her favorite color pink, and her dark curly locks in pigtails. Aaron and Emily are beaming with pride. Their little girl, just like all her older brothers speaks French and learning Italian

She truly looks like a mini Emily but she is a daddy's girl.

Declan is 22 years old now, he took Pre-Law at Yale with scholarship in Lacrosse. He also got accepted at Georgetown, Harvard and Stanford but chose Yale because their Lacrosse team is plays in Division 1. Last year, after he was done with Pre-Law at Yale and last year, he transferred to Georgetown to finish Law. He has another year and then he's done with Law. He plans to apply at the FBI in the Counterintelligence Division. Just like his mom, he is fluent in French, Italian and German. He recently started dating a young lady named Katie in his class. She is tall with dark hair and very smart. Aaron and Emily met her when he brought her over for dinner. They like her a lot

Jack is a sophomore in school and just like Declan, he is playing soccer and lacrosse. Jack idolizes Declan and when Declan decided to go away for college he was sad but Declan called him every day until he adapted. .

Next summer, they plan to take their kids to Europe with their grandparents for a month long vacation.

Emily has gone back to work for the FBI, this time she is taking over as the BAU Chief of Director while Aaron was promoted to Associate Deputy Director.

They waved to their daughter and son, as they watched how Michael Aaron, although mischievous but very protective when it comes to his little sister, took her hand and led her inside the school.

Aaron put his arm around Emily's waist and pulled her close to him.

"Babe, can you believe that she's in 3rd grade and she is only 6 years old? Wow."

"I know. Sometimes, I pinch myself because I just can't believe how lucky I am to be here. It really seems unreal. I'll say we have done a fantastic job so far with our kids. And thank you so much for giving up work to raise them. You're now the head of the BAU and I am the Associate Deputy Director. I cannot ask for more. I love you so much."

"I love you too, Aaron. You have made all my dreams come true."

THE END

NOTE: To all the readers of this story thank you so much for your reviews and following this story. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed writing Emily and Aaron. As the season is coming to an end and this is Paget's last season, Erica Messer and Joe Mantegna have hinted that she may just return. But of course, this is all up to Paget. I am crossing my fingers that next season, we will see her back for a few episodes