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Chapter 25 – Cleopatra and the storm

Kate and Castle had wandered into the Egyptian exhibit, which was empty of visitors. They stood in front of Cleopatra's bed when Castle quipped, "Kate, that bed looks like it's seen a lot of action, what do you say we give it a try?"

"Castle, are you 12? Your mind is always in the gutter," Kate laughed, moving closer to the exhibit.

Grabbing her hand Rick pulled her close and leaned in to whisper in her ear, "Yeah, but I think we could make beautiful music together on that bed."

Kate looked up Rick's face just inches from her own. She hesitated, uncertain. "Rick, you know I can't start anything with you. You're a teenager with raging hormones." Kate raised her free hand intending to push him back without quite meaning it.

"If my hormones are raging, it's your own fault. What would you say if I told you I wanted more?" Rick asked, his denim blue eyes serious.

Leaning forward Kate lightly kissed his lips and whispered, "Then I might interested, Mr. Castle."

Taking her answer as a green light, Castle murmured, "Det. Beckett, there is nothing else I'd enjoy more." Rick deepened the kiss, his tongue demanding entry which Kate gladly allowed. Kissing him back for all she was worth, they suddenly heard voices echoing in the exhibit.

Each stepped back, desire and something more reflected in their eyes. Rick lifted her hand to his lips kissed it lightly. "We'll finish this later Kate. I'd rather not be interrupted. for now let's just enjoy the museum," Rick added, placing a light kiss on her lips.

Smiling Kate allowed him to pull her to the next exhibit, her fingers lightly touching her lips where his had just been.

Having just supervised the removal of her mummy while Booth pored over the paperwork, Tempe needed him to sign off.

Tempe closed and locked the door behind the techs and pulled the drapes closed.

Quirking a brow at Tempe, Booth asked in amusement, "Something I can do for you, Dr. Brennen?"

Leaning forward, Tempe removed the paperwork from Booth's hands, placing it carefully on her desk. She kissed his lips tenderly. "I intend to collect on my debt from this morning, Agent Booth. Do you have a problem with that?"

Pulling her so she was straddling his lap, Booth decided to pay up in full. "No I'd like to be debt free." He captured her lips with a demanding kiss, a kiss so passionate that the flames of desire threaten to engulf her.

Moaning her enjoyment, she stood abruptly. She immediately deepened the kiss, pulling at his blazer to help him undress quicker.

Booth's hands had a mind of their own, wandering to the buttons of her lab coat, equaling her passion with their urgency to disrobe her.

Clothes immediately started falling to the ground in their anxiety to remove all barriers.

Finally disrobed, Booth lifted his head, skimming her neck nibbling and kissing every square inch. His voice was husky. "Tempe, there's no couch in here anymore."

Lifting her head eyes filled with desire, she smiled a wicked little temptress smile. "Agent Booth, I believe I need a shower." Pivoting on a heel she asked over her shoulder, "Would you care to join me?"

Booth's eyes watched the gentle sway of her hips and he grinned. "Oh, you don't have to ask me twice, Dr. Brennan."

Booth followed her, quickly closing the door of her private bath. He planned on showing her just how much he regretted leaving her this morning.

A while later after they were both satisfied and refreshed from their shower escapades, Tempe asked, "Booth, how about Parker spending the weekend at my place?"

Surprised, Booth looked up from retying his tie. "Are you sure? You're not exactly set up to handle an eight year old."

Leaning forward to capture his lips once more, she replied, "I'm sure. Plus he'll be spending more time at my place anyway, so we might as well get him use to it."

Pulling her into his embrace, he murmured while placing light kisses on her lips, "Why would Parker be spending more time at your place, Tempe?"

Pulling back to gauge the look in his eyes she offered softly, "Because I think you should move in." She hid her anxiety behind the same calm façade she used while working, using logic to explain. "I hate spending time apart from you, so I think this makes sense."

Shyly ducking her head, hoping she hadn't made a mistake, she added, "Unless you don't want to."

Booth tipped her head back making sure he had her eyes. "I can't think of anything I'd rather do." He kissed her tenderly.

Stepping back, Tempe became practical Bones in a flash. Her tone was dry as she teased, "The beer hat is not welcome in my house."

Poking fun Booth retorted, "You mean our house. And yes the beer hat is coming."

"We'll discuss the need for your beer hat later, but for now we need to make arrangements for your stuff to go into storage," she said with a smile, moving on to the next logical step. "And I'd like Parker's things moved into my guest bedroom." She paused momentarily, thinking of what this change will mean to Parker. "Booth, do you think Parker will mind you moving in?"

Pulling her into his arms, he hugged her and laughed. "Are you kidding? Yesterday he decided we should have a baby! Parker will be fine, he'll just think its normal—plus he loves you, Tempe," he assured her softly, kissing her lips. "Almost as much as I do."

Quickly Booth's mind somersaulted over what he had just said.

Tempe, seeing the panic in Booth's eyes, realized quickly that going out on that limb was not comfortable for him. "Seeley… I'm not sure I love you, but I do know I can't live without you." She didn't understand love, but she understood that it was important to reassure him. Using his tie, she flirtatiously pulled him closer and kissed him again, murmuring, "I've become quite addicted to you, Agent Booth."

He smiled back at her. Her confession was as close to 'I love you too' as Temperance was likely to get anytime soon. "I'm pretty sure that means you love me," he whispered against her lips, "but you'll know when it's right for you."The sound of a knock at the door interrupted them.

Straightening their clothes, Bones proceeded to unlock her door to find Wendell waiting.

Following Wendell back to the platform, Bones immediately went to the mummy now displayed on one of the forensic tables.

"Mr. Bray, what have you found?" Bones asked.

"Dr. B., my preliminary examination indicates a projectile may be lodged in his orbital cavity," Wendell updated her precisely.

Bones looked carefully at the wrappings near the mummy's orbital cavity and noticed a tiny tear the fabric covering the mummy's the spot.

Nodding she asked, "How to wish to proceed, Mr. Bray?"

"I believe we can minimize damage to the mummy using a magnetic probe to obtain the bullet," Wendell replied.

"Excellent, Mr. Bray. Let's get started," Bones responded.

The entire team assembled a short time later back on the platform with the 52nd Precinct again on the webcam.

Booth nodded a greeting to the team. "Okay Hodgins, what did you find out about the gun?"

"Dr. B's gun was discharged; only one bullet was missing and based on the residue it was used in the last 72 hours, fitting our timeline. Amy was also able to lift several clear prints, all but one are Dr. B's. The additional set belongs to Mrs. Peterson."

Kate smiled widely. "Great job Hodgins. Now hopefully Dr. Brennan was as successful in retrieving the bullet."

Nodding toward Wendell, Bones asked, "Mr. Bray, would you please give the team your update?"

"Thank you, Dr. Brennan. After examining the mummy for damage, we noticed a tear in the wrappings near the orbital cavity and we were able to retrieve the bullet with minimal damage to the mummy. Dr. Hodgins has already confirmed the bullet was shot from Dr. Brennan's gun."

Castle whistled, turning to Tempe. "Wow, when you write your next book you really have to think about adding a mummy to it. Unbelievable how many twists this murder has taken." Suddenly Castle had another thought and asked excitedly, "Hey do you think I could use you as a forensic reference on my next book?"

"Hey Castle, we have a murder to solve. This is not a writer's convention," Kate said tartly, not liking the derailment from the case.

"Sorry Kate." Castle apologized and mouthed to Tempe, "We'll talk later."

Booth turned to Cam and asked, "Cam, did the unidentified DNA from Tempe's sofa match Mrs. Peterson's?"

Smiling like the cat that ate the canary, Cam replied, "Yes, I got a 100% match." Smirking she added, "What are you waiting for, Big Guy? Go arrest Mrs. Peterson."

Kate smiled. Another case coming to a close. She glanced at Castle, noting the twinkle in his eye, and thought what a team they made.

A/N:

Scenery change in the next chapter, expect a change in accommodations for Booth and Tempe.

Well it was pretty obvious it was Mrs. Peterson after Dr. Goodman confirmed she knew of her husband's infidelity, but who else? I'm not done with the surprises so stay tuned.

R&R is always appreciated!