Kate and Rick spent the night in life affirming bliss. The morning came and Kate was getting dress. Rick during the night had gotten her dress blues pressed. They were waiting for her in the closet. Kate was constantly being surprised by her man. He was one of the most thoughtful persons she knew.
Rick awaking was given a kiss.
"Well that was nice but what was that for?" Rick wondered.
"You had my uniformed cleaned and pressed." Kate said pulling it out of the closet.
"Yeah I figured you did not need yesterday's dirt while you were standing at attention at 1PP." Rick said.
"Rick I love how you are always looking out for me." Kate said.
Rick just smiled. He knew in a not so distant past that those words would never been uttered out of her mouth.
Rick puttered around in the Kitchen. Kate just wanted coffee. Their leave was almost up. Rick was even looking forward to see Captain Gates again. Rick thought to himself. What am I thinking! Good Grief!
Kate seemed to see the conflict on his face. She had to chuckle.
"Thinking about seeing Captain Gates again huh?" Kate smiled.
"Wha…a ...No...a… How did you do that?" Rick inquired.
"I am just observant. Rick you always have that certain face when thinking of all the horrible things the Captain is going to do to you." Kate said with a laugh. "Come on Stud we are going to be late."
Rick picked up Kate's uniform along with her hat and shoes. Kate was going to be leaving the uniform in her new locker.
Getting to the Precinct there was a flag draped across the Number of the precinct. You could see the shading of a 1 and a 2 when the breeze hit it just right.
Kate and Rick nodded to Sgt. Peters who look perfectly at home in this new location.
Getting into the elevator Rick noticed how nice and new it looked. It quickly deposited them on the 4th floor. The bull pen looked the same as the old building. Captain Gates had done a great job recreating the desk arrangement. Rick dashed into the break room. There was a new gleaming machine he had sent over. Getting a few new 12th precinct mugs down he started to make their morning coffee. He distributed the coffee to the Boys who had just arrived and Kate along with himself. Kate sipped the coffee then instantly her low moan was heard. That was music to Rick's ears.
Kate fired up her new gleaming Computer console. It was instantly there. It was not like that old cranky machine which too forever to boot up. Kate was grateful for that change.
Rick went back to the cruiser then pulled out their boxes. He brought it over to Kate then started to arrange the Elephants on the desk.
Captain Gates came out of her office.
"I am glad to see everyone back in one piece." She said.
Most politely laughed Rick found nothing funny in the Captain's words and stayed silent.
"As you can see the Mayor kept his word. I worked hard to get this recreation close to what you would feel comfortable. So that said. Get acquainted with this building. Also remember Homicide Detectives. Dress Blues and do not be late to the 1PP 1PM ceremony." Gates finished then entered her office.
Ryan came over to his boss.
"So what do you think of these new digs?" Ryan asked.
"Ryan I think they are good so when will the phones ring?" Kate asked.
"I think the switchboard at central has the 1 PM deadline so I guess until Noon at least there will be no calls yet." Rick said.
"That is in 2 hours. What are we supposed to do until then?" Espo groused.
"I am going to the firing range." Kate said and Rick nodded his head.
"Oh you two go. I know I can never get as good as you all on the range. But give me a sniper rifle I have you all beat!" Espo said.
"Yeah…so Espo…between you and Rollins…who won?" Rick asked.
"It was another Tie" Ryan supplied.
"Thanks Bro but I can speak for myself." Espo said.
"Really Espo? I thought Ryan did all your talking and you just stood there looking good!" Kate teased.
"Don't you have a firing range to try out?" Espo asked.
"Ok do not get in a huff we are going!" Kate said "Come on Castle."
Kate got down to the firing range.
"Kate do you remember our first firing?" Rick nuzzled against her.
"I do remember you were shooting too soon. I offered to cuddle with you." Kate said
"No What I remember was placing 3 in the 10 ring in a row." Rick said. "Want to try for 5 in the 10?"
"Nah too easy... 3 Head shots one in each eye and nose then 5 in the 10 ring." Kate countered.
"Piece of cake…!" Rick said.
They both fired at their targets then ran them in.
"I do not know Castle! The left eye is a bit droopy." Kate teased.
"Kate you did not say they had to be center in the eyes I demand a rematch." Rick said his shooting prowess was at stake.
"Ok Rick you are on!" Kate said reloading then commenced firing. Running the targets in they both looked them over. Kate was just a few mm off the center of the eyes. Rick had won.
Rick crowed then looked at the time.
"Kate we need to go. I am sure you want to be fed before heading to that ceremony." Rick pointed out.
Kate did not have time to reply because her stomach rumbled very loudly.
They left the firing range and dropped into the auxiliary morgue both Lanie and Alexis were there.
"Hey GF" Lanie said.
"Hi Dad" Alexis also commented.
"Would you ladies want to have lunch with us before heading to the ceremony at 1PP?" Rick asked.
"Sure Dad let's go" Alexis said.
"Nah, I waiting for someone" Lanie said. "You all go ahead."
Alexis looked at Kate
"Remy's…?" She asked
Kate responded "Remy's"
"Good let's get out of here" Rick said guiding his two most favorite ladies to lunch.
Finishing lunch then getting back to the precinct Kate quickly changed clothes to her Dressed Blues. Alexis was dressed nicely too. She wanted to see her old man get an award. Rick was looking dapper as they all left the 9th for the last time. When they return it will have a new name.
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The stands were filled with a Sea of Blue. The Mayor was standing with his aide.
"Hi Ya Big Cheese!" Rick said greeting his old friend.
"Hey Ricky good to see you. I suppose you are excited?" The Mayor asked.
The Mayors aide now intruded.
"I am only going to read out the names then you step forward accept the medal NYPD personnel will salute the mayor. You Mr. Castle can have a handshake then step back and what ever you do smile for the cameras" the Mayor's aide said.
Ok it is time center of the stage, Mr. Mayor have the Police Commissioner and Police Chief flanking him ok? The Mayor's aide said.
There was lots of clicking as the Mayor strode to the podium.
"I have a short speech." He said.
"I was in front of these cameras only a short time ago. I told the people of New York that our commitment to your safety was paramount and that the evil men who did this would ultimately lose. Your dedicated NYPD answered the call. I am pleased to report that this drama to our city is over. Both people responsible are dead. The details can be given in the handout. But we are here to honor the Heroes who made this possible. Plus we are dedicating a new Police building since in the turmoil we lost one." The Mayor said.
The mayor now read out loud the Commendation.
The Mayor's aide now read the 15 names on the list.
Each person stood faced the Mayor accepted the medal Saluted then stepped back into ranks.
Richard Castle was said loud and strong.
Rick did exactly as the other except for a salute he substituted a handshake. There were several flashes as that was immortalized.
Rick stepped back and then the naming ceremony started.
"Again I stand before you to officially grant the name change on the building. It was once known as the 9th and it was shut down in the late 70's. With grit and determination the building is like new again. I now pronounce the 9th name to be consigned to history. Hence forth it will be known as the 12th Precinct keeping with the heritage of the building that was lost. The Mayor said.
That concluded the ceremony Rick was showing off his medal to anyone who looked the least bit interested.
They returned to the precinct as they approached the 12th was proudly on display.
They entered and changed clothes. The phones in the precinct began to ring. The New York Police Dept 12th Precinct had now returned to business.
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Kate and Rick left at the end of the shift then headed to the loft. It had been a tiring but exhausting day.
Kate was met at the door by both redheads who were waiting for her.
"I think you have something to discuss?" Martha asked Kate.
"Yes I was asked by Rick to move in. I want to do so but only if you all agree." Kate said.
Martha response was a big hug and said "Welcome to the Family!"
"I take it you agree?" Kate asked.
She nodded and so did Alexis as she launched herself onto Kate with the same hug while Martha continued to hug her.
Kate started to tear as Rick added his hug to the mix. It was official she was moving in!