The situation reaches a boiling point at Reid’s apartment. In a surprising turn, herself steps into the fray. Using her own history of trauma, she outmaneuvers Cat by convincing her she has broken Reid’s spirit, eventually tricking Cat into sending a text that reveals the hostages' location.

In the world of Criminal Minds , episode , titled " Date Night " , is a twisted tale of manipulation that brings back one of the BAU's most dangerous and personal foes: Cat Adams .

The story begins with the abduction of a father and his adult daughter in the DC area. The kidnapper, a woman who intentionally leaves her face visible on camera, makes a chillingly specific demand for their release: she wants to go on a date with the incarcerated hitwoman Cat Adams .