penelope gets shot criminal minds

I really enjoy the Derek and Penelope fanfics in Criminal Minds. They have such a great dynamic in the show, and the fanfics often explore their relationship deeper. Some fanfics focus on their friendship, showing the unspoken bond they share during tough cases. Others might take a more romantic turn, imagining what could have been between them if the show had explored that route more. It's always interesting to see different interpretations of their characters in these fan-written stories.

One common theme is the team's unity. When Reid gets shot, the team comes together, showing their strong bond. They support each other and are determined to find out who hurt Reid.

One possible storyline could be Derek's struggle to recover both physically and mentally after being shot. His team members might be deeply affected and rally around him, with each dealing with the trauma in their own ways. For example, Reid could struggle with guilt for not being able to prevent it, while Garcia would be constantly by Derek's side, using her tech skills to help find the shooter.

Perhaps it's an insider within the law enforcement or criminal justice system who has a vendetta against the BAU. Maybe they disagreed with the way Derek and his team operate and decided to take matters into their own hands. It could be someone who feels that the BAU has too much power and is trying to send a message.

Hotch would be very focused and determined. He would immediately start coordinating the investigation and ensuring JJ's safety at the hospital. Reid would be distraught but would use his intelligence to analyze the situation and try to figure out who the shooter could be.

One possible fanfiction could start with Penelope's sister arriving at the BAU unannounced. She's a bit of a free spirit, different from Penelope's tech - savvy self. Maybe she has some psychic abilities that she's not fully aware of yet. As she wanders around the BAU, she starts to pick up on the energy of the place and the people. She could have an instant connection with Reid, who is intrigued by her unique perspective. They start to have conversations about the cases from a more intuitive angle, which throws the team into a new way of thinking about their investigations.

Rossi would be using his years of experience to analyze the situation. He might be the one to offer the most practical advice on how to approach the investigation. And Penelope herself, even while injured, would be trying to keep the team's spirits up, cracking jokes through her pain, which would make the others both laugh and worry more about her at the same time.

It shakes up the team dynamics a great deal. The team members would be worried about Hotch's survival, which could make them less focused on their regular tasks at first. They might also feel a sense of guilt, wondering if they could have done something to prevent it. Some might become more protective of each other in the wake of the incident.

The whole team would experience a range of emotions. JJ would be concerned not only for Morgan but also for how the team is handling it. She might be the one to try and comfort Garcia. Prentiss would be angry. Angry at the shooter and also at the situation. She would be determined to bring the person to justice. As for Morgan himself, he could be feeling a mix of pain, fear, and determination not to let this be the end. He would be thinking about how he can get back to the team as soon as possible.

One possible direction for the fanfic could be a sort of 'what - if' scenario. For example, what if Reid's injury had long - term consequences? It could change his role in the BAU, his relationships, and even his approach to solving cases.