A/N: Awesome, just awesome! Your feedback is just amazing and the reviews make me sit up and get excited, it's been nearly a WEEK since I've started this story and 10,000+ later BAM awesomness! Aren't Caskettiers (what do we call ourselves?) the best fandom/shippers in the world? And celebrating the best show ever, im excited because their 100th episode is approaching soon YAYAY!
Also, I'm so sorry, I have no computer, couldn't update but have managed to access technology and get this up JUST FOR YOU GUYS!
Oh dear lord I did it again! Martha will definitely be in this chapter, I love Martha, she's such a spunky character!
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Chapter 9
'Richard!' Castle's head shot up as he head his mother's voice, brushing past the two detectives to find him mother, distraught in the middle of the precinct.
Her face was frantic as she approached him, 'I'm so sorry, the flight was late and I got your message! Is Alexis ok? What about Beckett? Are they safe? What-'
'Mother! Mother, calm down, everything's fine, Ryan and Esposito are on the case right now, looking for them!' Martha took a deep breath but glanced at something over his shoulder. Castle turned to see the pair staring at them, trying to work out the situation before catching wind and flurrying to their desks.
'I wish I was here sooner, are they ok?'
Castle nodded his head, 'They are being held hostage but they're ok, there's a-' He stopped himself before he could continue, not knowing the procedure of Homeland Security. His mother looked at him sceptically as he pondered on what to say.
'Yes?'
'They're ok. That's all that matters.'
'Of course it! But it'd be better if they were safe a home with us. Now you get back to your work and I'll get back to mine, praying for their safety. And maybe some therapeutic online shopping. Now you concentrate I want them back safe and sound as soon as possible. Call me every hour on progress!' She gave him one last hug and her majestic words of wisdom before departing the precinct in a flurry of flaxen hair and bright pink knew that to someone on the outside, Martha looked as if she didn't really care about the situation but to him he knew that, as a way of coping, Martha liked to do the things she loved, like shopping, to get her mind of an anxious situation. Castle shook his head before setting his mind on to course, searching cameras on Espositos computer for the description of the van, writing down any observations he saw.
Time seemed to fly by as his fingers flew across the keyboard, typing in description after description finally coming up with the model of the car. He then took it across to the NYPD computer system to search for missing/stolen/unlicensed cars. The bar popped up saying it would take an hour and a half to complete.
Castle felt like punching the computer in frustration. Why did everything around here move so slow when he felt everything should be moving full speed ahead. I mean come on, one of their own policewomen was missing and barely anyone was doing anything about it
He angrily scooped up his worn out coffee mug before trudging his way to the break room for what seemed to be the hundredth time today. He could feel the anger and frustration streaming from him and the surrounding police officers stood out of his way, their faces possessing looks of understanding grieve.
He continued to the coffee machine, turning it on before putting in the necessary instructions and the familiar whirring of the machine seemed to comfort him, just by the littliest.
'Hey Castle.'
He glanced up to see Lanie in the doorway, a sense of dejavu washing over him, 'Hey Lanie, any news?'
She sighed as she joined him at the machine with her mug, ' The boys have gone to go get that O'Reilly gang member from the last case. He should be here any minute.'
Castle nodded his head as he closed his eyes and leaned against the wall.
'You ok?'
Castle pursed his lips before muttering, 'I just want them to be safe at home with me.'
Lanie reached out to put a hand on his shoulder, 'They will be. I know it's been nearly two weeks but at least the Homeland Security-'
Castle shrugged her hand off, 'They're doing jack all Lanie and you know it!' He spat out, 'You're thinking the same thoughts I am. Why aren't they doing more? You know, I'm pretty sure Kate and Alexis would be safe and sound with us right now if they were bothered to get off their asses and do some work!' He kicked the trashcan and it spun onto it's side with a loud clang, causing all the detectives in the bull pen to glance in their direction.
Castle collapsed on the couch, 'I'm tired Lanie. It's so hard trying to keep up with all this when the two people I need the most aren't here. Alexis, my little girl, we've been through everything together. A-a-and Kate, Oh Kate-'
He broke off, letting his head fall into his hands, wiping his eyes with the heels of his hands.
Lanie brought their coffees over before taking a seat next to Castle, 'I know this must be so, so hard on you Castle, but you're doing the best that you can and they know that.'
He was silent for a moment before he whispered, 'Did you know I was going to tell Kate that I love her,' Lanie head shot up, 'I know that she already knows I do, as does it seems everyone in this precinct, but I was going to tell her officially. We had just started something wonderful, something that held so much promise and now…' His voice died down as silence overtook him and Lanie started to rub him back soothingly, sitting in shock at how open Castle was being to her.
'You will find her Rick, and then you can tell her just how much you love her. Oh and just to be clear, if you hurt my girl, I ain't afraid to hide your body after the boys have been through you.' She heard a small chuckle come out of him.
'Thanks Lanie.'
'You're welcome. Now, get your ass off this couch and go find find her.'
'Will do.
Lanie exited the room before pulling up short, 'Castle.'
Rick hurried to stand next to her, and also pulled short.
Ryan and Esposito had exited the elevator, followed by the slimy gang member, also accompanied by four police men. His hands and feet were handcuffed together as they slowly lead him into the interrogation room where Ryan and Espo were soon to question him.
Castle saw his opportunity and excused himself from Lanie and hurried over to follow Ryan into the room.
'Woah woah, Castle, na ah.'
'Come on Ryan, I'll sit in the corner-'
'No, you can watch this one.'
'Why? I'm just as a part of this as much as you are-'
'But you're not a cop who has a gun, now go watch in the other room.'
Castle bowed his head in defeat before opening the viewing room door and entering the room by himself. He couldn't believe how everyone was treating him lately, like he was a child. He knew just as much about this case as Ryan and Esposito and now…
Just as the questioning was starting to commence, Castle heard shouting coming from the bull pen. He opened the door to see a man yelling at one of the officers in a rage.
Castle jogged over to the man, reaching out a shoulder to calm the man down, but he turned around and to Castle's shock…
'Jim?'
Jim looked so scared in that moment, but anger also fumed from him, 'Where's my daughter and how come none of you found it important enough to contact me?'
The sun's rays from the cracked window streamed in and created a patch of sun which Kate was currently residing in. The warmth seemed to calm her nerves as Kate's thought seem to run a thousand miles per hour.
She looked over to Alexis who was sleeping silently in the corner, her hair strung over her face, tangled from not having brushed it. She noticed the significant weight lose that Alexis had started to develop, partially from their lack of food. She frowned and bit her lip as this information was put on the high list of worries in the corner of her mind.
Kate's hand ran unconsciously across her stomach as she calmed herself down, trying to avoid the nervous and unsettling thoughts and images that were flying through her mind.
Kate closed her eyes and rested her head against the wall behind her, trying to conjure something that would help her calm down.
She realized what she was actually doing and looked down at her hand, pausing mid action. She knew that if there was a reason for hope in this situation, this miracle was it. Although she probably would've rather had it occur about a year from now, she couldn't help but feel that she might think it was too soon, but that nagging voice in the back of mind was telling her, this was right.
She took a deep breath, Hey there, I'm Kate, your mother. You probably aren't even there now but if you are, your daddy and I love you very much. Even if he doesn't know you exist, he's out there trying to find us. Just hang in there ok? We'll get you out.
Alexis's breath began to quicken in her sleep and her body began to twitch. Her face was screwed up in confusion and she started to whimper.
Kate quickly crawled over to her, 'Hey Alexis,' She started to shake her to try and wake her up, 'Alexis, wake up, you're having a bad dream.'
Alexis gasped as she woke up, panting as she tried to gather her bearings. Kate sat back a bit so Alexis could find herself.
'You ok?' Kate looked at her with concerned eyes.
Alexis nodded and propped herself up against the wall next to the mattress, 'J-Just a bad dream.'
'Do you want to talk about it?'
She shook her head, 'I'm fine, just a bit rattled.'
Kate eyed her suspiciously, 'Ok, but I'm right her if you wanna talk about it.' Kate stood up and headed to the bathroom to grab the water bottle to fill it up.
Alexis bit her lip as the urge to spill the beans seemed to be on the tip of her tongue, 'Well maybe..'
Kate smiled in understanding and brought the full water bottle back and gave it to her. Alexis took it gladly and drank a large amount before taking a deep breath.
'It was you and me standing by ourselves, and then these men came out. They grabbed you and pulled you away into the darkness and I was yelling for them to come back, yelling for you but you couldn't hear me. My legs wouldn't move and I tried to run after you. Then suddenly you were there, you were dead.'
Kate brought her in for a hug in a compassionate and understanding way. She knew what these dreams felt like, especially after she'd been shot. The dreams she'd had had kept her awake for months and she could relate to the girl next to her.
'Hey it's ok Al-'
Alexis cut her off, 'Kate I'm sorry, here I am complaining about a stupid nightmare when I'm the one supposed to be taking care of you and an unborn human being. What the hell am I doing?' Alexis stood up and harshly brushed the tears from her eyes, 'Do you need anything? Water? Food?'
Kate looked at her seriously, 'What I need you to do is calm down and let me help you.'
Alexis sat back down slowly and resumed her spot next to Kate.
Kate sighed before coming up with an idea, 'How bout this? You let me help you every now and again and if it makes you feel better, you can take care of me a little.'
Alexis pondered this, 'Deal. Let's just forget that the last ten minutes never happened.'
Kate opened her mouth to argue but a ruckus at the door interrupted her.
The door suddenly flung open and both Kate and Alexis jumped in surprise as an unknown man walked in the room with two large bags, closing the door behind him. He then turned around and proceeded to put both bags on the ground.
'Who are you?' Kate stormed in the room, taking her defensive stance with her arms crossed.
He looked up at her and gave her a grin, 'Names Rhyson.' Kate detected the Irish accent and regarded him warily.
He continued as he watched her cop instincts kick in, 'And what are you doing in here?'
'Come to discuss the terms of your capture and to give you the supply of food you oh so kindly asked for.'
He then glanced at the door and dragged Kate into the bathroom, Alexis standing up, 'Hey what are you doin-'
'Ssh!' He motioned for her to follow him as he glanced at the door before letting go of Kate's arm and standing in front of them.
'Can't have anyone listening in.' He whispered, 'Agent Grayson at your service.'
Kate still held a defensive stature, 'Code?'
'2108 Blue sparrow.'
'Which department?' Kate shot back at him quietly.
'Homeland.'
'Hmm.' Kate looked at him for a moment, 'Why are we here?'
'Ransom.'
Kate nodded, makes sense. 'How long for?'
'Not sure.'
Kate was about to ask him another question but the door flung open and Grayson knelt quickly and pretended to fix the pipes. The man at the door didn't notice his act and rose an eyebrow at the situation.
'-Stop ya complainin' and ye whining!' Grayson yelled at Kate, putting his accent on thickly before pushing the two women out of the way and exiting.
'Women nowadays, couldn't even get a blimey word in before tha' lass started te complain!' Grayson marched past the man as he shook his head, the door slamming behind them.
Alexis turned back to Kate, 'What, on earth, is going on here?'
Kate shrugged her shoulders, 'I have no clue but do you know what? I don't even care.' Kate made her way into the other room, leaving a confused Alexis in her wake.
'What?'
Kate grinned in excitement and quickly produced the must wanted chocolate bars out of the bag, 'Nothing that chocolate can't help!'
Alexis chuckled and shook her head before catching the bar that Kate had thrown her and started to devour it slowly, savouring the taste.
A/N: So how was it? You guys would be so proud of me, I've already planned out the next 6 CHAPTERS! MIND BLOWN! I know I haven't been able to post but I haven't got a computer to type up on and am currently on a relatives computer (that's how dedicated I am) Have a Merry Christmas if I don't get back to you by then!
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