Hey guys! So my internet's been down for some reason which is why it taken me a while to update. (That and I wanted to get this date thing right) haha. So basically, here's the deal. There are over 100 people who are getting updates to this story, so if everyone of you left me a review…well basically that would make me super happy! Because that would mean TONS of reviews! :D Just think about when you get to the end of the chapter, all you have to do is press the 'Review' button and you can say something as simple as, "Great Job!". Trust me, getting reviews sent to my phone make a LOAD of difference. Now that I'm done with my ranting, here's chapter 3:
You Owe Me: Chapter 3
Beckett sat in Castle's car listening to him tell her about the book he was writing about her. She wanted to see exactly how much this character was going to be based on her so she wouldn't be too surprised when she read it.
"Nikki Heat is like the new Alex Cross. She's fun, she's daring, and she's super sexy." He said it casually and was surprised by the look she gave him. "What?"
"And once you're finished with this book what do you plan to do?" She asked him. She had been wondering this question for some time now. She didn't want to take his "relationship" with her for granted. Once he was finished with the book there would be no need to follow her around anymore. So, in a way, she dreaded the release of his book and not just because it was based on her.
"Well, to be honest, I haven't really thought about it." He said, looking at her "I suppose I'll have to find something else to write about." She was looking outside the car window, but from her reflection he could see the sadness in her eyes, "Unless they want me to write another Nikki Heat."
"Do you think they will?" She asked hopeful looking at him.
"Like I said, it could be like another Alex Cross-they could make it into a series." He smiled at her.
There was a moment of silence.
"So where are we going?" she asked for about the third time now; Castle kept refusing to tell her.
"We're almost there." He said.
"That's what you said ten minutes ago." She smiled, the anticipation was killing her.
"Well now I'm serious because we're here."She looked out and saw Central Park in front of her. He saw the confused look on her face so explained, "I thought a picnic in the park would be nice. It's not too hot out and there's a nice breeze. But if you're not comfortable we can go somewhere else."
"No this is fine. I never pictured you as a picnic-type of guy, but this is nice." She smiled. She hadn't been on a picnic since she was a little girl and would go with her parents.
Castle walked to open her door and then went to the back of his car to get a blanket and a picnic basket. He came up and took her hand; she didn't pull away.
"I used to take Alexis here all the time." He said as they walked over to a secluded part of the park. "She would slide down the slide for hours." She listened to him talk about Alexis and what they would do at the park together. The thought of him with his daughter made her smile, she loved seeing the father side of Castle, it at least showed he had some morals.
"Did you ever go to the park?" He asked once he had spread out the blanket and they sat down.
"Sometimes. My parents used to take me, but then when my mom died, we never came back." She said taking a bite out of a sandwich.
Castle looked at her and seeing the pain in her eyes, gave her a side hug. "I'm sorry."
"It's fine. I became used to it I guess." She gave him a side smile.
They talked for what seemed like hours and before Kate knew it she was sitting between Castle's legs, leaning her head back on his chest. He was rubbing his hands up and down her arms as they recalled their childhood memories.
Kate soon realized what she was doing and tensed up. "What's wrong?" Castle asked, leaning up to see her face. She could feel his hard body pressed against hers.
"Nothing. It's just…getting late." She made up an excuse, which happened to be true.
"Alright…" he said still looking at her. "On to the next surprise." He said standing and helping her up. He placed his hand in hers once more and led her towards his car.
Almost half an hour had passed and they were both sitting in lawn chairs near the lake. They were both covered in blankets and their lawn chairs were leaned all the way back to where they were both laying down. Castle had taken her to a movie near the lake. The movie, "Pretty Woman" was playing tonight but neither one of them was paying attention to it. They were too busy looking at each other, talking, and giggling like two noisy teenagers.
Kate laughed at the memory of how nervous he was:
"So you asked me to pick out the perfect movie for you and let's just say it was harder than I thought it would be." He told her nervously putting out both of their chairs.
"Like I've said, I have many layers." She said laughing as his hands kept fidgeting.
"I know that you like mysteries. After all, I am your favorite author." He gave her a smug grin when she rolled her eyes, "But I wanted to reach the Kate layer. The layer that hardly anyone else gets to see. So I picked out a chick flick."
"You told them to play a movie for me?" She asked touched at the notion.
"Told, bargained…same thing." He told her. "I know a guy who runs these movie things and thought you would enjoy this. But if you don't like it, we can leave."
"What movie did you pick, Castle?" She asked getting right to the point.
He hesitated. True, the movie was not that big of a deal and he knew that. But he just wanted everything to be perfect. "Pretty woman."
"Is that the one with Julia Roberts?"
"Yeah."
"I love that movie!" Kate exclaimed.
Castle breathed out a sigh of relief. Everything was going just as planned.
She looked at him being his immature self now-staring at her from under the covers. He really was cute. The way his head would pop up and the bit of hair she could see that wasn't covered…adorable. God, this chick flick really was getting to her head. In a way, the movie that Castle chose made a lot of sense. It was almost like their story in a way. A rich, famous author falling in love with a cop that had a bad past. Maybe not exactly the same, but similar nonetheless.
Their chairs were sitting close to each other, only centimeters were separating their bodies from one another. They both turned their heads back up to watch the movie. Castle glanced over towards Beckett, wondering the best way he could somehow touch her. He moved his hand slowly, and carefully, under the arm of his chair to reach for Beckett's hand. She smiled at the fact that he was taking precautions and reassured him that it was alright by placing her hand readily in his. Castle smiled at the contact.
Almost an hour later the movie was over. Castle reluctantly let go of her hand to get up out of his chair. Kate did the same. After everything was put up they both went on another walk in the park.
"I really enjoyed the movie." Kate told him linking her arm through his.
A wide grin spread across his face as he looked down at her. She bit her lip nervously and twirled her hair with her other hand.
"I'm glad you did." He told her as they walked through the park.
"Apparently you do know a lot about me. Picking my favorite movie; a picnic in the park."
"Not really. Just a lucky guess."
"I doubt that." She couldn't stop smiling at him. He was so easy to talk to.
"So," he said changing the subject. "Is there anything you want to do or anywhere you want to go?"
"Anything you want to do is fine."
He looked at her, "Anything?"
"Except what you're thinking of right now."
"Can't blame me for trying." She laughed. "But seriously, I was thinking-"
"I don't even wanna know." She cut him off.
He smiled, "What? All I was gonna do was suggest a carriage ride. And, oh look what I just found." Just as he said that, a horse pulling a carriage pulled up to where they were walking.
"Oh my god, Rick! This is amazing!" She smiled, petting the horse.
He gave her an affectionate smile, pleased that she had used to his first name. "Well you're an amazing woman detective. You deserve the best."
He helped her up into the carriage, greatly enjoying her backside. Then he took his place beside her, putting his arm behind her back. She leaned into him and enjoyed the quiet as they began their ride through the park.
Kate arrived at her apartment a couple of hours later. Castle went around to open her door and went with her up to her apartment. They stopped at her door.
She turned towards him. "Thanks Castle. Tonight was…incredible. I've never had as much fun with anyone else before." She admitted to him.
"I'm glad you had fun. Maybe," he said taking her hand; he looked down at their hands linked together, "we can do it again sometime." He looked up at her.
She looked at him and regretted it instantly. He was looking directly at her. His eyes were a dark with a hint of lust shining through.
She opened her mouth, trying to speak, but couldn't help from stuttering, "I…umm…" A string of her hair fell in front of her face. Castle moved closer to her, lifting his hand to tuck the loose strand of hair behind her ear. She could feel his hot breath upon her skin and almost closed her eyes from the warmth of it.
He moved his hands down to her waist, his eyes still never leaving hers. She moved in towards him.
Her mouth seemed so inviting; he couldn't take his eyes off her. Everything about her drew him in; even the smell of her was intoxicating.
They moved closer and closer towards each, ever so slowly. Neither was saying a word, their eyes spoke what they were both thinking.
He moved his head down towards her. She hesitated for only a second and then moved up to touch her lips with his.
At first, Castle kissed her lightly. Testing the waters, you might say. However, after one taste of her, he found it impossible to stop. He wanted more of her; needed more of her.
"Do you want to come in?" She whispered, her eyes clouded with a fiery lust.
So yes, I did leave it at a cliffhanger. Sorry about that. But, on the bright side, at least you know what's coming in the next chapter :)
Sorry if Richard or Kate were out of character at all...I really didn't mean to!
Now, I'm off to pack and go to Disneyworld :D yay!
I'll bring my computer with me on vacation, but who knows if I'll be able to write anything! Peace!
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