May actually end up at the end of Shock and Awe. Right now just a sound bite.
Castle waited in line for a hot dog wondering if he should get Beckett a gift to make up for this morning. Comparing her experiences with pregnancy to the" deep fried Twinkies " was not a good move. ...Decided that too late.
He was browsing on his phone when a voice caught his attention. "I'll pay for his too ". Castle looked up.
" You owe me. " The man said and tipped his hat as he walked away. It was Smith, he didn't recognize him in the sunlight. Castle was still staring after him when a chuckle sounded next to him. "You must meet interesting people in your line of work." Castle turned, it was a young Saldono cousin. He smiled at Castle" I'd watch myself around him if I were you."
Castle tried to get his brain working." You have grown, how is your father?"
"The usual" Castle could tell he was being studied " I heard your girlfriend took down a crooked politician, that's impressive." Castle beamed, anyone complimenting Beckett got his approval.
"If she gets a hankering for a higher office let my family know, they would be happy to help."
Then Castle watched him move away. In five minutes his life got more complicated.