New chapter coming to you. Hope you're ready.
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Chapter 14:
Wednesday 18th January 2012
425 Broome Street
Lower Manhattan, NY
It was early evening in Manhattan, Richard Castle had walked in the door of his loft, it was a harrowing day, considering he worked a strange case concerning a girl named Emily who tried to shoot herself, but it didn't take much effect, but instead, she ended up asking for help of the 12th Precinct to help find her long-lost friend.
They had also gained the help of an old acquaintance of Kate Beckett's: A 2nd Lieutenant named Giuseppe Capelli in the Army Rangers. He couldn't help but think of the Italian-American. He had heard the stories of the Capelli Family, they came over from Sicily, every man born with the last name Capelli served their country with such valor and distinction in either the Marine Corps, the Army or the US Navy.
There had been a few members of the Capelli family who had died in service of their country and there had been a few who died in service of protecting New York City. He had admired and respected those who go out every day to defend and protect people who couldn't protect themselves.
There was also another thought on Castle's mind that had troubled him… it had concerned the young man who he had met for a brief moment a few days ago, he thought the man was very polite and respectful of his seniors and peers.
He wondered who the dark-haired blue-eyed man was.
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After closing the door, he shrugged off his blazer and sat down on the chair, he looked to be deep in thought.
He knew Kate Beckett had a past but also wondered about the picture of a US Marine on her desk, the picture was clear as day for him to realise that it was the same man, he had met just days ago.
He had to wonder if the young man was in a relationship with Kate or had been a friend of hers.
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Alexis had been in the kitchen washing up dishes when she saw her father walk in, she then said, "Dad!"
Castle started as he looked to see Alexis in the kitchen as he said, "Hey, how was your day?" "Mine was okay, how about yours? Was it alright?" Alexis asked.
"Harrowing but in a strange way of course… just to ask you haven't seen a man, have you?" Castle asked.
Alexis raised an eyebrow as she said, "How do you mean? You mean as in…?"
"Not naked, of course or any form or nakedness… I mean have you seen anybody new around the building?" Castle asked.
Alexis's eyebrows furrowed in further confusion as she said, "I don't think so, I haven't seen anyone around the place, maybe we're getting a new neighbour?"
"Maybe, I'm not entirely sure. We haven't had too many people look for a place around here." Castle replied.
Alexis's heart started to beat a little quickly wondering if her father had seen something he wasn't supposed to see.
She then asked, "What did the man look like?"
"Tall, dark hair styled back, blue eyes, a big smile. he wore a white dress shirt, leather jacket, denim jeans and a pair of boots." Castle explained going into detail about the man.
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Alexis's heart started to beat rapidly; a chill went slowly up her spine. Castle had unknowingly met her beloved Antonio. She didn't allow any sign of facial expression to cross her face, she then looked and said, "Oh forgot to mention, Kate called and she said, she was coming over tonight."
"Did she say what it was about?" Castle asked.
"No, she wanted to tell you in person…" Alexis explained.
Castle nodded, "I better have something to eat then. You've already eaten, haven't you?"
"Yeah, I had takeaway after my shift." Alexis replied.
Castle smiled as he turned his attention to the fridge and looked for something to eat.
Alexis went to her room and she pulled out her phone, she pulled Antonio's phone number as she dialled it up.
After 2 rings he answered, "Hey Angel, miss me?" "No more than I miss you, Blue Eyes…"
Antonio laughed on the other end as Alexis asked, "I didn't interrupt you, did I?" "No, not at all. Was just cooking a little bite to eat…"
"What ya cookin'?" Alexis asked twirling a strand of her hair. Antonio paused for a moment as he said, "Grilled Sole, potatoes and some vegetables."
"Sounds like a gem." Alexis pouted. Antonio nodded, "Don't worry, babe. I'll cook it up for you and I, one day."
"Promise?" Alexis asked. Antonio then said, "I give you my word. My word as a Marine and as a Capelli."
Alexis then changed the subject, "Dad said he might have seen you on Saturday did you see him?" "Saw him comin' up the stairs. Let him by so he could continue, why?" Antonio asked curiously.
"You'll hate me for this…" Alexis softly said with a tear down her cheek. Antonio hurriedly said, "No, I ain't gonna hate you… there is no way on my conscience I ain't hatin' ya. You mean a lot to me. You're the best reason why God gave me You."
Alexis softly smiled as she said, "Are you okay with me tellin' my Dad I'm datin' you?" "I will back you 1000% of the way. I'm with you every step of every day."
"God Gave Me You, Antonio Capelli. God gave me you for every day of doubt." Alexis said.
Antonio sighed deeply, "I love you, baby. I love you so much."
"I love you too, honey-bee." Alexis said with a small emotion in her voice.
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Alexis ended the call as she headed back into the living room, she then saw Kate had arrived and was sitting in the living room had then said, "Hey Alexis."
"Hi Kate. Thank you for coming over…"
"Not a problem, who were you talkin' to on the phone?" Kate asked with a knowing gaze. Alexis blushed before asking, "How much did you hear?"
Kate smiled, "I heard the last minute… 'God Gave Me You, Antonio Capelli…' and the 'I Love You's.' you really love him, don't you?"
"I love him with all my heart, Kate." Alexis said.
Kate nodded as she said, "Don't worry, Alexis… because if he breaks your dear little heart, I will hurt him back…"
Alexis laughs, "I will tell him personally."
Both girls laughed just as Castle came back into the room, Castle asked, "What's so funny?"
"Just a girl joke." Kate replied.
Castle inwardly shrugged his shoulders as Alexis then said, "Dad… I need to talk to you. The reason Kate came over is because I needed a little support from her."
"Okay, but what's this about…?" Castle asked. Alexis quickly responded, "Whatever you do, do not overreact…"
"Overreact about what?" Castle asked.
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Alexis then spoke, "I'm dating someone, I have been seeing him for a month now…"
The shock on Castle's face was evident as he stuttered a bit before saying, "And I am hearing about this now?"
Alexis cocked her head to the side before saying, "Really? I tell you I am datin' somebody and your first sentence is 'I am hearing about this now?'"
"Well I apologise but hearing my daughter is in a relationship with somebody and it's been happenin' for a month, my shock deserves a little bit of concern." Castle replied.
Kate watched this interaction with a little interest as Castle then said, "Who is this young man you have been datin'? Do I need to read him the 'hurt my daughter and I'll kill you' speech?"
Alexis rolls her eyes as she says, "His name's Antonio. he's really sweet, he's a US Marine, and he's currently in the Police Academy."
"Let me guess, Italian or Latin-American?" Castle asks. Alexis says, "Italian-American, he's the 7th Generation of Military and Police family. He's the sweetest fella around, he's kind, respectful and he's intensely loyal to both myself and his family."
Castle considered Alexis's words before asking, "How old is the man?" "He's 22 years old, he's a 5-year veteran of the Marines."
"How do you know you love him?" Castle asked curiously. Alexis then said, "I love him with my heart, he would go through hell and back to keep me safe."
Castle considered her words carefully. Even though he hadn't met this 'Antonio' yet, the fact that showed he was both loyal to her and family marked a plus in his book.
But he wanted to know more before making an official decision. He still didn't trust boys to take his darling Alexis out. After Ashley, he knew Alexis was hesitant, but to his knowledge she seemed to smile more, she was more confident, more open, but he had to respect the fact why she had been so nervous to tell him of this.
Alexis then spoke up, "Antonio's last name is Antonio Capelli. Kate knew him because she used to baby-sit for him when he was younger."
"Well, I can't tell you who to date and who you hang around with in your own time. But you're old enough and wise enough to make your own choices. But I can only say this… I want to meet Antonio though." Castle says.
"I'll see if I can arrange a day for us all." Alexis says.
Castle nods as Alexis takes her leave for her bedroom.
Kate stays in the room as she says nothing until Castle says, "I assume Alexis told you about Antonio…"
"She asked if I remembered him, I obviously did. She wanted to tell you and asked for advice. I persuaded her to tell you about him. if you're worried about Antonio hurting Alexis… he won't, he's a sharp, bright, kind and intelligent kid. He's served his country with honor. But he hasn't had it easy, try to keep it in mind." Kate replied.
Castle nodded, "I will Kate…" "Try not to be judgemental of him…" Kate replied.
"I won't. I promise. Why don't you come along with us? You could share some stories of babysitting the youngest Capelli."
Kate laughed, "I'd like that, Castle."
Without thinking, Kate kisses Castle who responds in shock before saying, "Why'd you do that?"
"Castle, you remember when I got shot, you told me that you loved me…? Did you mean it?" Kate asked.
Castle nodded, "I had developed feelings for you. When you had gotten shot, I nearly lost you. I couldn't help but wonder how I hadn't told you a lot sooner… But when you told me that you didn't remember anything about it… I figured that you blacked everything out and focused on your survival."
"I was healing, but I wasn't ready to bring it up…" Kate replied before taking a breather as she asked, "Where do we go from here?"
"We'll take it day by day if you wish, we'll try to figure it out and if it's genuine… then all's well that ends well."
Kate smiled as she kissed him once more before saying, "I kinda got a little shove from Alexis to tell you my feelings…"
"I wondered what it was that had gotten you closer than ever." Castle laughed.
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So, what did you think of the chapter? What are your current views this present moment on Antonio and Alexis's relationship?
Also, what did you think of Alexis telling Castle about her relationship? Including the little Caskett moment that I was kind enough to write in the chapter?
Leave comments below.
