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This one, like the last chapter, is written from Kates point of view.

Beckett - So, are you ready or what, Castle?- She's sure he would feel the impatience on her voice, the urge and the annoyance. But he is Castle.

A broad, wicked grin grew in his face as his eyes lightened a little. Behind him a loud ring made her startle, and she lost the sight of him for a second watching Alexis grab her phone and disappear up the stairs. She took a deep breath and changed her position to be more comfortable but it wasnt that that was making her uneasy, and she knew it. It was him. Him staring at her like she was the only one in the room. Him, who made her feel naked.

Castle - Wow, are you asking me out on a date, Detective Beckett? - His cocky smile widened, his eyes still on her body. She shivered.

Beckett - In your dreams, Castle.- Oh, hell. She shouldnt have said that. She knew it was a mistake even before it left her lips, then, why did she say it? And far worse, she totally knew what would be his answer.

Castle - Actually, in my dreams you do mo...- She finally reacted. She shot him a glare and her hand went up to his nose of its own accord.

He squealed, and lowered his head to ease the pain. The detective bit her lip to hold back a smile when she heard Martha's chuckles from back on the coach.

Castle - Apples! Apples! - He shouted, taking a step near her, his eyes closed.

She couldnt keep the laughter any more, and let him go to rest her hands on her hipbones. Beckett raised an eyebrow and pointed to the hallway with her chin.

Beckett - Lets go. Its late.- She said smiling to Martha over his shoulder and starting to walk toward the elevator.

An awkward feeling filled her as she pushed the elevators button, but she didnt turn over. She knew he was following her close, and by the shiver running through her spine, she was also pretty sure of where his eyes were at any moment.

Beckett - Castle! - She whimpered, and she could hear him gasp and look away.

Castle - You...look...beautiful.- He whispered when the doors closed in front of them.

Her grassy green eyes were fixed on the marble floor. She was trying hard not to blush, not wanting to give him such power against her. But she knew she was failing. She tucked a lock of hair behind her ear.

Beckett - Well...thanks? - She looked at him from the corner of her eye, and had to hold back a gasp at the sight of his darkening blue gaze. It was different from before. Not just flirting, more...intimate.

She was relieved when the elevator opened its gates to let them walk into his buildings lobby. She went through it fast, leaving him behind, right to her car. He gave her space, and she let out a sigh, only too grateful of those small acts he made, showing her he was willing to wait as long as she needed.

Castle - Can I drive? - He muttered catching up with her, but she just ignored him.

She got into the car wondering how he could even ask her for the keys, as she was sure he knew her answer. She couldnt recall ever letting him drive, and it wasnt for lack of trying. But he didnt insist, and she didnt want to start an argument either. He just sat down next to her and buckled his seatbelt without another word. And his eyes wouldnt get off her.

She took a deep breath and started the engine, heading toward the vics workplace. It wasnt a long ride, but it was definitely odd. He didnt talk. He just stared at her with a mischievous grin that made her stomach flutter.

Beckett - What? - She snapped in a stop, taking the oportunity to meet his eyes.

Castle - Nothing.- But his eyes wouldnt move.

Beckett - Castle...- She nagged him.

Castle - Nothing! - He cried.- Really, its just...

Beckett - Just what? - She asked again, boosting the car at the green light.

Castle - You're...stunning. Seriously.

She looked away from him, hiding her sudden blush. Thanks god they were almost there. She wasnt sure she could handle 15 more minutes locked in the car, with him so near, staring at her in that way.

Beckett - Eh...thanks.- She answered shyly trying to keep her voice from cracking. - Now I would appreciate it if you stop staring at me. It's creepy.- But it wasnt. Somehow he made her feel weak, too comfortable for her own sanity.

Castle - Oh, sorry.- His apology echoed in his face, his bright blue eyes automatically finding a new spot out the passengers window.

And then that weird silence again. Compressing. Just that time, he avoided looking at her with all his will. And she found out she didnt like that either, so when they finally arrived to the street were the night club was placed, she let out a sigh of relief.

She heard him gasp when the impossibly large queue, and couldnt hold back the laughter. His eyes were wide open, his eyebrows raised in amusement. The detective peered out her door and bit back a smile.

Beckett - Oh, dont tell me I forgot to mention about our vic working in a night club?

His mouth popped open. He looked at her, then back to the crowd waiting at the huge pub entrance. Kate raised an eyebrow, cocky, her thin lips pursed in a small grin. His gaze was so intense she was having troubles focusing on what they were doing. What they should be doing, anyway.

Castle - A club? Seriously? - Oh, he was so cute when he was shocked. Her grin widened just a little, pleased at his reaction.- You sure this is not a date, Detective? - He said then, with a wild smirk spread all over his face.

She tilted her head back to hit the cloth of his seat with a cry of frustration, got out of her car and slammed the door closed. Yes, sure he was cute when he was surprised. But then he would speak and ruin it. Like always.

She walked straight to the bar doors, not even looking back. She didnt need to. She heard the beep of her cars alarm when it went on, and felt the breeze, the gentle touch of his arm on her bare shoulder the moment he finally managed to catch up with her.

The queue was long enough to flip the entire block, but she did not go to the end of it. She just stopped in front of the security guy, charming, flirty smile drawn in her face. He checked her body up and down, and she could feel Castle at her side, uneasy, tense.

Security - Look what we have here...- His lips curled up mischievously as he opened the door for her.

Beckett - He's...with me.- She said quickly to the doorman, who was trying to stop the writer from getting in. She immediately regretted having said so.

Kate jumped when Castle's arm wrapped around her waist, pushing her against him protectively, triumphant smirk lightening his face. She bit her lower lip to hold back a grin, rolled her eyes, but didnt fight. She let the warm of his body reach her, fill her in, as they walked inside the club followed closely by the security guys' gaze.

Beckett - Enough, Castle. I can walk on my own.- She snapped as she slipped away from his embrace, making her way into the dancing crowd.

She moved forward swinging her hips, dodging every people who gathered on the dance floor. Hands up, she glanced over her shoulder casting a flirty look while biting back a smile. He was still standing in the exact spot where she had left him, his sparkling blue eyes fixed on her body, completely unaware of her gaze.

She thanked whoever may hear her thoughts for that. Would he notice her looking, he would probably have realized her blush too. And that was not something she wanted him to know.

She signaled him to follow her steps, straight to the bar counter, and smiled to draw the waiters' attention.

He had insisted on walking her home, then take a cab. He wouldnt let her drive him to the SoHo loft. Too late, he said, too dangerous. And she was too tired to argue. But then he had open her door for her, waited until she was inside the building to start his way back.

She didnt even knew why she had invited him up there, handed him a glass of wine - Yes, she actually offered him a drink - and they had spent half an hour just chatting about the case, both sitting in her living room.

She lost the sense of time, just happy to be with him, theorizing and laughing every time he made up another crazy story. Until he said something, she didnt remember what it was exactly, that had made her uneasy. Maybe it had been only the way he looked at her, she didnt know.

She stood up, her grassy green eyes avoiding his, and told him goodbye. He only smiled, knowing she was so tired from the day, and wished her sweet dreams.

Beckett - Castle - She called from her chair, the writter in his way to her door.- Thank you.

Castle - Always - He muttered through a grin. And just left.

I know this one's short, and all, but I'll try to update soon.

Hopefully, next chapter would have some more info 'bout the case and, of course, C&B back and forth