This is totally bang-on with Aaron's characterisation at the end of season four. And you wrote a situation where it's plausible for him not to die, yay :-D No we just have to hope that the writers can do the same :-S

As always, your Hotch/Rossi is such a warm and comfortable pairing to read, and the dialogue is lovely. My favourite part though was Dave agonising over Aaron's mental state - so painful and just gorgeous. Thanks!