Lauren Reynolds Criminal Minds Novels & Stories

My jaw tightened as I stared at the dark liquid sloshing inside the cup. “She won’t disappear,” I said quietly. “Daniela will attack, soon.” There was a pause on the line. David knew it too. “She’s unstable,” he said. “Lauren’s arrest broke whatever restraint she had left. Psych profiles are flagging escalation.” I tightened my grip. “Which means she won’t wait.” “No,” David agreed. “She’ll go for the source.” My chest compressed, something hot and sharp pressing behind my ribs. “Elowen,” I said.

Declan held me and said nothing, understanding, I think, that there wasn’t anything to say that could match the weight of what I was hearing. When I finally quieted enough to keep listening, Evelyn’s voice had changed again, lower now, urgent, like she was running out of time even within the recording itself. “There’s one more thing,” she said. “You’ll hear the name Laurent connected to all of this eventually. Richard Laurent has been part of the system I’ve been investigating for years. He’s dangerous. He’s ruthless. But I need you to understand something important, in case anyone ever tries to make him the entire story.”

“I never knew William was this rich.” “He’s the CEO of Parker and co pharamaceuticals.” Reyna said awkwardly. Reyna led Claire to the sitting room, pouring them each a cup of tea. "How have you been?" "Can't complain," Claire smiled. "Work keeps me busy but it's fulfilling." She worked as a child counselor. "That's wonderful." Reyna updated her on winery matters, glad for the easy conversation. They chatted lazily until Mia and Nate came bounding back in. "Mama, Aunt Reyna, come see my castle!" Mia said excitedly, tugging on Reyna's hand.

Startled, Charlotte realizes it’s Lauren Bronze, one of her clients. Lauren is a well-known prosecutor, known for his honesty. However, his reputation for having anger issues makes him a less desirable partner for many. Yet, for those desperate for the truth, his integrity is invaluable. “Mr. Lauren! It’s me, Charlotte Milestone,” she responds softly. Despite their previous interactions not being particularly close, Lauren had once given her his number at a party, offering his help should she need it. “Charlotte? Wait… Are you really Charlotte?” His response is unexpected, but she hums in affirmation, smiling slightly. “I hope you didn’t forget.”

Hayden spoke with an indescribable look in his eyes, clearly shocked to hear that it was me who eliminated the monster. I felt even more awkward, but Daniel quickly spoke up. “Honestly, I knew from the beginning that Lauryn is the calm water that runs deep. I could read it from her sharp and indefinable gaze, even with just a fleeting glance.” “That’s right, buddy. She makes me so lucky to have her,” Alpha Matthew smiled and raised his glass of rose wine. Daniel and Hayden welcomed him warmly. “So, what have you guys been up to all this time? Did you really travel around the world?” I asked Hayden and Daniel, trying to break the awkward silence.

The image of his lifeless body, the blood pooling beneath him, and that note—God, that note—was burned into my memory. Lauren. The name clawed its way into my thoughts again. She had always been dangerous, but this? This was a whole new level. My mind reeled as I tried to connect the dots. How had she found out about Richard's investigation? How far was she willing to go? The sound of car doors slamming jolted me from my thoughts. Two officers emerged from the cruiser, their flashlights slicing through the darkness. “Ma’am?” one of them called out as they approached. His voice was steady, professional, but I could see the flicker of concern in his eyes as he took in my pale face and tremblin

“Please don’t do whatever it is you are thinking about doing. Please. I can see it in your eyes.” “See what in my eyes?” I look directly at her. Lauren steps back, and let’s go of my arm. “I’m not stupid, Domitus. I know exactly who you are. I’ve heard all kinds of stories about the things your family does in the shadows. I know how this works. I tell you what that asshole did and then he winds up dead.” “Don’t you think that he should be dead for what he did?” She sighs. “I’d settle for him becoming a eunuch and his fingers cut off.”

Lauren went on her knees faking tears. "Talk about what? How you tried to kill my son and you didn't suceeed or how you planned to run away with all my money!" Lady Aurora barked. Lauren eyes widened. 'Reed is fine?' She said inwardly "I'm sorry....." She begged in tears. "Too late cos you're going to rot in jail and pay for your crime....." "What's going on here?" A voice suddenly said from behind. They both turned at once to see no one else but....Reed!

On the fourth day, a letter arrived. Forwarded through Clark. Lauren opened it with shaking hands. Dear Lauren, You don't know me, but you saved my life. My name is Michelle Benson. You might know me as Michelle Matthews. I was Liam's first victim. The one who got away, though I never really got away because running from him meant leaving behind my father, my home, my entire life. I always felt he had something to do with my father's death, but there was no proof. When Officer Clark contacted me, I was too scared to come forward or even talk to her. For that, I would like to say sorry.

“That bug is knocking a lot of people around at the moment. I don’t get, though, why Heath had you and Cam in wolf form patrolling the streets? That’s a bit nuts.” “We’re looking for a missing little girl,” Rhett said. “Lauren Bascall’s daughter.” “Ooookay,” Rohan’s expression was clear that he didn’t get the connection. “It’s possible she’s, well,” Rhett fought the feeling of panicked distress down. Aislen seemed resigned and sympathetic. The discovery that he’d accidentally gotten Lauren pregnant that one stupid, reckless f-k eight years before didn’t have to change his life or disrupt the new harmony the Triquetra had with Aislen, he told himself. “Mine,” he said it resentfully anyway, lo