Chapter 22 Thanksgiving with a bang
I don't own Castle
As you noticed I'm not too clear on what the months are for the sake of progression of the kids XD Enjoy. Thanksgiving!
PS This chapter has language
It's November in the beautiful state of New York, the leaves have begun to change color, and are making their fall to Earth. In the neighborhoods of Bronxville, New York the suburban life is colorful with the hundreds of autumn trees that lined the streets. The colorful orange, yellow, and red leaves of the trees made for a beautiful fall atmosphere. Although cold and sometimes rainy and cloudy, the suburbs of Bronxville still looked beautiful. Like many of the American suburbs in the fall, the lawns were covered with the colorful leaves from the trees. Combined with that is the anticipation and preparations of Thanksgiving added to the feeling that autumn was well and truly here.
The autumn atmosphere also brought a colorful change to the Castles and their house. To start Kate and Castle redecorated the house with autumn colors to fit the November and Thanksgiving themes. Just looking into the interior of the house gave a warm autumn feeling to anyone who visited. New colorful plants, dried leaves and plants, and other autumn colored décor made for a beautiful autumn atmosphere in the Castles Castle.
The two twin girls have been growing rapidly and are beautiful and energetic as ever. The three month old twins now have a fully developed smile that melt hearts. The two girls love playtime and amuse Kate, Castle, and Alexis with imitations of their facial expressions. Even better is that they make funny sounds and noises as they play. Castle believed the two girls are talking to one another and are plotting to over throw him some day. Kate just simply laughed and agreed that Castle's reign of terror is coming to an end. Castle couldn't help but laugh with Kate because he and Kevin Esposito are outnumbered after all. On another note, both the twin girls are growing up so fast in the few short months. The girls don't need their head supported as much, they are comfortable on their stomachs, can lift their own head and chest, and do little baby pushups. The cutest thing Castle ever saw was when Kate did pushups next to the twin girls, and they quickly joined her and did their own half baby pushups beside her. Both Serena Johanna and Iris Lanie were imitating Kate as she worked out in the family room. It was the cutest thing in the world. Though they weren't technically doing real pushups, it was still an adorable sight to see.
Kevin Esposito too has grown in his own way. He has been an excellent older brother to his twin baby sisters. Every single time the two girls cry, Kate and Castle always see Kevin Esposito trying to calm his baby sisters. The funny part is that Kevin Esposito never looks frustrated about it. Both Kate and Castle are tremendously proud of their young three-year-old son for being such a good boy and a great big brother to his sisters. Although Kate may be back at work, she usually gets off work at five so she still has plenty of time to spend with her kids. Naturally Castle too ensures he always has time for his kids. Spending time with the family is paramount to the Castles.
In short…the family life is perfect. What was not to like, four beautiful kids, one handsome son, two beautiful baby twin daughters, and one beautiful red head angel….oh and a go-happy dog.
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Richard and Katherine Castle Residence, Bronxville, NY
Just another brisk sunny Wednesday November morning in the Castles Castle, and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Its just another typical quiet morning in the home of the Castles. The cool morning sun breached the cold shade left over from the night and lit up the house with natural light. The house was all quiet from the night, the only sound was the cool New York November breeze blowing against the house. In the master bedroom of the house slept Kate and Castle under the warm covers of their bed. Castle wore a grey long sleeve and black sweats as his pajamas. He slept on his back with Kate's sleeping on his chest. Kate slept in her silver spaghetti strap black flower pattern night grown. In her sleep she curled up to Castle and used him as a pillow, to share body heat in the night.
Castle slowly woke up from another strange dream causing him to lay in idle for a moment while he stared blankly at the ceiling. He sighed, who ever was writing his dreams needed to get fired. Then he felt a familiar person stirring in her sleep on top of him. His one and only beautiful wife Katherine Beckett Castle, sleeping soundly on his chest in her silver night gown. He smiled warmly at his gorgeous sleeping wife then chuckled, she isn't even awake yet, and she still manages to comfort him from his strange dream. He quietly turned his head to check the time, it was still early so there was no need to wake her up…as long as the twin girls stay asleep. He could do his plan of the day later, so he decided to let Kate sleep in…
That didn't go as planned. Kate slowly opened her eyes and yawned as she naturally tightened her embrace on her husband's frame. She kissed his chest then looked up at Castle with tired eyes, "Hey."
Castle smile, "Good morning beautiful."
Kate smiled and kissed his chest again then rested her cheek on him once again. She hummed, content with his warmth and being cuddled up with him. She let out a cute sigh, "I just want to stay in bed and cuddle with you all day."
Castle chuckled, "That can be arranged."
Kate laughed, "Babe, I'd love to but we got kids to take care of and Thanksgiving is tomorrow."
Castle hugged her tightly and kissed the top of her head, "This is true. But this moment right here is still perfect."
Kate laughed then extracted herself from his grip then propped herself on her elbow to stare at her handsome husband. Her hair elegantly fell to one side as she ran a hand over his chest. She smiled, "This is an interesting life we live isn't it?"
Castle smiled, "Its perfect. Wouldn't change a thing." He gently ran a hand against her cheek.
Kate smiled, "Me neither." She went down and kissed him. Castle happily reciprocated After a long moment she broke the kiss to breathe, "I love you."
Castle smiled, "I love you too."
Kate kissed him again, "God you make it so hard to get out of bed." She laughed, "That's the price I pay for falling in love with such a ruggedly handsome man."
Castle laughed, "I pay the price for falling in love with a beautiful and deadly police captain."
Kate giggled then kissed him yet again. She sighed and ran a hand through her smooth brown hair, "I probably should check on the girls."
Castle shook his head, "I'll do it when I get dressed."
"Its okay Castle I got it. You always want to do it. Let mommy take care of them too." Kate assured with a smile.
Castle shrugged, "Alright then. Just wanted to because you came back to bed late from taking care of the girls last night."
Kate smiled, "Had to put Kevin Esposito to sleep again."
Castle chuckled, "Our caring son."
Kate smiled at Castle, "He learned his caring nature from you babe."
"From us." He said quickly.
Kate smiled and ran her hand through her hair again, "I came back when Kevin Esposito was fully asleep. I wanted to be back in the warmth of our bed…and you." She laughed.
Castle kissed her again, "Understandable."
Kate shrugged, "He's afraid of the dark."
Castle smiled, "I was afraid of the dark too at three."
"Not surprised." Kate laughed. She stopped laughing and composed herself, "I was afraid of the dark too."
Castle shook his head at her. He smiled, "He'll out grow it eventually. We'll teach him to face his fears someday."
"We will definitely." Kate said in agreement. "Though, I love it when he cuddles up to me when he sleeps."
Castle chuckled, "Its so perfect. One of my favorite pictures on my phone is that."
Kate returned to Castle's chest and embraced him, "Mine too." She closed her eyes for a moment, "So what are your plan for today."
"Final trip to the grocery store to prepare for Thanksgiving. Buy anything we might need. Then start physically preparing food for tomorrow. The turkey and the fixings… you know." Castle chuckled.
Kate looked at him, "Oh yeah. I have a list for last minute groceries too. Can you get them for me?"
"Of course. I was going to ask."
Kate kissed his chest again, "Thanks babe. Got to prepare the Beckett traditional fixings too." She laughed.
Castle laughed, "I can't wait to eat your Beckett tradition Thanksgiving food." He hummed, "You make it so, so good."
Kate smiled, "I can't wait for Thanksgiving in general." She chuckled, "so much great food."
Castle smiled, "Me too. It's a great atmosphere to give thanks."
Kate quickly looked serious causing Castle to look at her with concerned eyes. She propped herself on an elbow and looked into his eyes with a loving smile, "I'm thankful for you and all you did and do for me. Thankful for the family we have that you made with me." She kept her hair back as she slowly went back down and kissed his lips.
As they kissed, the door peaked open and Kevin Esposito's cute voice breached their heated exchange. "Mommy?" He said.
Kate quickly stopped kissing Castle and looked at the door, "Oh honey you're up early." She got off Castle and sat up, "You okay?" She waved her hand so he can come in.
Castle sat up too, "Come on in big guy."
Kevin Esposito opened the door and ran in, wearing his matching light blue pajamas. He jumped up on the bed and snuggled up close to his parents. He cuddled up to his mom, "Good morning mommy and daddy."
Kate hugged him and kissed the top of his head, "Good morning honey."
Castle hugged him too and smiled, "Good morning big guy." He chuckled, "Why are you up so early?"
Kevin Esposito stayed snuggled to his mom, "I had to use the bathwoom."
Kate put let go of her son for a moment and put a hand on his stomach, "Are you hungry Kevin?" Kevin Esposito nodded. Kate smiled, "Alrighty, want some breakfast?"
"Yes!"
Castle also cheered, "Yes!"
Kate laughed, "How does an omelet sound?" Kevin Esposito and Castle shared a glance then they both smiled widely. "Then its decided. We'll have omelets." Kate laughed. She nodded to the door, "Now go and see if your older sister is awake. If she is, ask her if she's okay with an omelet."
Kevin Esposito crawled off the bed, "Okay mommy." He ran out the door. Kate and Castle shared a warm look. Kevin Esposito popped into their room again, "What about Iris and Serena?"
Kate smiled at her son, "I'll take care of them before I cook breakfast okay? Now go get Alexis."
"Okay!" Kevin Esposito said with a smile then ran out of the room again.
Kate looked at Castle, "Perfect." She kissed his lips, "Everything."
Castle smiled, "Isn't it?" That being said they both got out of bed. Castle went to the bathroom to get showered and dressed for the day while Kate went to get her discarded robe on the floor. Kate put on her matching black flower pattern silver robe and tied it closed, then walked to the dresser to grab a hair tie so she can tie up her hair. As she tied up her hair she looked at the picture frames displayed on the dresser. Photos of her and Castle holding the babies including Kevin Esposito when he was a baby. Additional photos are, wedding pictures, family pictures, new house picture, and precinct pictures. She smiled warmly at the memories displayed on the dresser. She was brought back to reality when she heard the baby monitor on her night stand start to pick up crying from the twins.
Almost instantaneously Castle barged out of the bathroom with a tooth brush in his mouth, towel around his neck, and only wearing blue boxers. He urgently said in a muffled tone from the toothbrush, "I got it!"
Kate crossed her arms under her breasts and laughed, "Not dressed like that." She turned around, "I got it babe. I'll see you down there." Castle sighed then walked back into the bathroom.
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Kate opened the door and the stench hit her nose almost instantly. She plugged her nose, "Wow. You girls know how to make them." She said under the torrential sound of the baby girls crying. She walked in and saw Angel on the floor with one of her paws covering her snout. She chuckled, "Feeling it too huh?" Angel wagged her tail recognizing her presence but refusing to get up due to being crippled by the horrendous smell.
Angel has always accompanied Kate and Castle when they woke up in the middle of the night to take care of the twins. She would start off sleeping in the master bedroom with them and when the babies cried she would accompany who ever is going to take care of them. Once the babies are cared for Angel just sleeps in the baby room to watch over the two twins in her own way. Although still a puppy, Angel is already vastly loyal to the family.
Kate approached the crib and unplugged her nose to give her daughters a motherly smile, "good morning you two." The twin girls both continued to cry. Kate chuckled, "So which one of you made the smell." As Kate examined her crying baby girls she came to a realization, "oh goodness…"
If she could swear right now she would. It was an absolute shit storm…literally
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Castle came down the stairs and entered the kitchen and adjoining family room to the delicious aroma of breakfast. He hummed with his eyes closed as he entered, "smells so, so good." He opened his eyes to see Kevin Esposito and Alexis eating their great big Kate special omelet at the table. His son sat near the head of the table with his back toward him, while Alexis sat opposite of him, both enjoying their delicious omelet. Alexis looked comfortable and well rested in her red tank top and grey pajama bottoms while happily eating a delicious meal. Angel too was eating breakfast, and sat by the back door eating her food in her doggy bowl. The kitchen and family room were both brightly lit up from the natural sun light pouring through the open window.
Kevin Esposito turned around and said with his mouth full, "Hi Daddy!"
Castle chuckled, "Hey kiddo." He noticed that Kevin Esposito's omelet was already precut, and most of the contents of the omelet were a mess on the plate.
Kate stood at the stove while making another omelet on the pan, she looked over she shoulder, "Kevin Esposito don't talk with your mouth full." She said in a motherly tone.
Kevin Esposito swallowed his bite, "Okay mommy. Sorry."
Kate smiled, "I'm not mad honey. I'm just teaching you what's polite." She said while folding the omelet on the pan. On the counters and the island are the scattered yet organized ingredients and dishes that are being used to make the omelets.
Alexis laughed, "Hey dad." Castle smiled at his kids then walked over, and kissed them both on the top of their heads.
Castle walked to the stove and embraced Kate from behind and kissed the back of her head. Kate tingled in the sensation of his kiss and embrace. She almost broke the omelet, "Babe, I'm going to ruin your omelet if you keep this up."
Castle chuckled, "Thought you liked it." He kissed her again.
Kate shook again, "I do, but Kevin Esposito and Alexis are here." She giggled.
Castle laughed, "Fair point." He turned around and saw Alexis turned around in her chair with a big grin across her face. He chuckled, "What?"
Alexis shook her head, "Oh nothing dad." She chuckled, "Nothing at all."
Castle walked past the table and shrugged, "Oh. Okay." Not understanding what was so funny. Indeed, he can be very clueless at times.
He looked into the family room and saw his beautiful twin daughters, Iris Lanie and Serena Johanna, fiddling with small stuffed animals and pillows in their baby play pen located next to the couch. Castle strolled over and kneeled down to play with his happy energetic baby girls. The babies responded with laughter and the typical baby noises in response to seeing their father. Castle was feeling so happy he forgot all about breakfast.
Kate smiled at Castle as she placed his breakfast at the head of the table. She laughed when she heard Castle make funny noises to the twins. The twin responded back to their father with their own giggles and equally funny noises. Alexis looked up from her food and smiled at her dad. Kevin Esposito stopped eating and realized everyone was staring at his dad, he turned and smiled, "Daddy!"
Castle stopped what he was doing then stood up and turned around, "What?" He asked quickly.
Kevin Esposito smiled, "breakfast!"
"Oh right." Castle laughed, "Thanks buddy."
Kate chuckled, "Your omelet is ready babe." She couldn't help but hold a loving gaze at her husband.
Castle walked over and kissed Kate on the cheek, "Smells and looks great!"
Kate laughed then turned around to get her omelet, "I sure hope so."
Castle took a bite then swallowed. He nodded, "Yeah! Its great!" He chuckled and spoke to Alexis and Kevin Esposito, "Isn't it?"
Alexis nodded, "way better than Ihop."
Kevin Esposito kicked his feet, "Its great mommy!"
Kate walked over and sat down next to Kevin Esposito then kissed his head. She smiled, "Are you going to be able to eat all that?"
Kevin Esposito nodded, "Yes I am!" he said proudly. Castle just smiled as he ate.
Kate nodded in realization, "Oh honey, Martha called earlier."
Castle nodded, "Oh yeah I forgot about that…" He shrugged, "I was in the shower. What did she say?"
Kate smiled, "She's going to come over earlier today."
Kevin Esposito smiled, "Grandma is coming over early!" he said excitedly.
Kate smiled and nodded, "That's right honey. She's coming over early today to see all of us. She's super excited." She said playfully.
Castle nodded, "And she's probably going to bake her famous deserts and bread."
Alexis turned to him in surprise, "Is she really?" Castle nodded. Alexis cheered, "Yes!" Martha does make killer bread and deserts that drive everyone mad. Absolutely delicious.
Kevin Esposito cheered, "YAY!" He yelled causing everyone to laugh.
Kate swallowed a bite of her omelet, "Oh the twins made a nice surprise for me this morning."
Castle almost spat out his food. He calmed down and looked worried, "Please…don't go into detail. Their surprises aren't pleasant."
Alexis nodded quietly in agreement. She had to change them once when her mom and dad went out on a date a while ago. Kevin Esposito cocked his head to the side and looked at his dad, "what surprise Daddy?" he asked innocently.
Castle chuckled and stared at Kate who just simply giggled to herself and quietly ate her food. He smiled at his son, "A wonderful gift that you'll experience one day."
Kevin Esposito nodded, "Oh. Okay." Kate chuckled.
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After breakfast Alexis went to play with her little brother and the dog in the family room for a little bit before she did her own thing for the day. Kate and Castle both loved the fact that Alexis went out of her way to play with Kevin Esposito. They know Alexis probably has better things to do other than play with a small three-year-old, but Alexis knows the feeling of being an only child so she did her best to play with her little brother. Iris Lanie and Serena Johanna are still babies so they can't really play with him.
While Kevin Esposito grabbed toys from the toy box in the family room, Kate and Castle were cleaning up the kitchen. Kate used the sink to clean up the plates and pans while Castle brought dishes over and transferred the rinsed plates to the dish washer. Kate looked to her right to see Kevin Esposito playing happily with his sister. Castle stood behind her and stopped what he was doing and watched as well. After a warm moment he chuckled then gave Kate a kiss on the cheek before continuing with what he was doing.
Kate smiled then turned around to check the time on the microwave. It was getting late in the morning and she realized Castle has a long list to shop. She looked at Castle, "Hey babe, I think you should get started on the groceries."
Castle looked at his watch, "Oh. You're right." He looked at her, "You sure you don't want me to stick around and help out a bit?"
Kate smiled, "We're almost done with the dishes so I can handle the rest." She laughed, "And don't worry I can take care of the kids."
"Alrighty." Castle walked over to his wife and kissed her on the lips, "I'll see you later then."
Kate smiled, "I wrote down the list. Its on the counter under the microwave."
Castle went to the counter and grabbed the list. He walked over to the family room to speak with his kids. He kneeled down and kissed the top of Kevin Esposito's head, "I'm going out to run an errand. I'll be back later."
Kevin Esposito smiled, "Okay Daddy."
He then went over to the twins in their baby play pen and tickled his daughters, "Daddy is going to be right back." The girls just giggled in response. He stood up and smiled at Alexis, "See-ya Alexis."
Alexis chuckled, "Bye Dad."
Before Castle walked out, Kate called to him, "I love you honey. See you later."
Castle smiled as he walked out, "I love you too." Angel got up from her spot and followed Castle. He turned around and smiled, "Stay." He chuckled, "Keep an eye on the family while I'm gone." The young puppy sat down and wagged her tail in response. Castle chuckled, "Good girl." He turned around and resumed his way out.
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It was now getting late in the day and the sun was already starting to set for the evening. After a long and productive day grocery shopping, Castle parked the family Chevrolet Traverse at a small corner store to buy himself something to drink. He totally forgot to get it at the grocery store because he was so busy making sure he got everything to prepare for Thanksgiving. He quickly got out of the car and entered the store.
When he entered the store the young white male store manager standing behind the counter greeted him with a smile, "How you doing today sir."
Castle smiled at him, "Good" He said as he went down the short aisle to the refrigerators and quickly grabbed a diet soda from one of the doors. Castle closed the door then turned around and saw a familiar face enter the mini mart.
It was Ethan Slaughter. Castle looked confused at him, what is he doing all the way out here. He's a detective who investigates gangs in the city. This area is no where close to where he usually operates, why would he be over here in the first place? Castle knows that Slaughter does not reside here. Maybe he has a girlfriend here, Castle didn't know. He just hopes that Slaughter doesn't engage him in a conversation.
Suddenly Slaughter saw Castle, "Castle!" He smiled then walked toward him. Castle groaned in despair. All he wanted to do is go home back to his family and prepare for Thanksgiving. Slaughter approached Castle and stopped right in front of him, "Hey buddy! How's it going?" Slaughter wore his typical brown leather jacket, dark blue undershirt, dark jeans, and dress shoes. But he had a strange large black duffel bag over his shoulder.
Castle sighed, "How you doing Slaughter?" He asked reluctantly.
"I'm good man!" Slaughter patted him on the shoulder, "How is the family doing?" Castle didn't understand why Slaughter is being so buddy-buddy with him right now.
"They are doing great. Couldn't have anything better."
Slaughter nodded, "That's great man." He started whisper and leaned forward, "Hey. Can you help me with something?" He smiled, "For old times sake."
Castle raised an eyebrow, "With what?" He said. There it was. The reason why Slaughter is being super uncharacteristically nice.
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Richard & Katherine Castle Residence, Bronxville, NY
Kate didn't have much ingredients to work with at home to make her Beckett family tradition Thanksgiving food. Specifically the Beckett special cranberry sauce, cheesy buttermilk garlic mash potatoes, Beckett special sweet potato, and special stuffing to go along with Castle's. So instead of cooking, Kate decided to go in the backyard and do some fall season gardening.
In the backyard, Kate was on her knees gardening, and wore a low cut V-neck grey long sleeve thermal shirt, dark blue skinny jeans, tall dark brown boots that went over her jeans at the ankles, and grey garden gloves. Her hair was tied up in a high ponytail so her hair won't get in her eyes and get messy from the soil. Behind her on the grassy section of the backyard sat Kevin Esposito playing with a few stuffed animals next to an energetic Angel running around the little boy. Next to Kevin Esposito and Angel is the white outdoor playpen that kept the twin babies from being trampled by the excited dog. The twin baby girls lay on a soft pink blanket that covered the patch of grass they were on, and they were snuggled up next to each other in their color coded baby onesies. Iris Lanie in her bright pink baby onesie and Serena Johanna in her sky blue onesie, both cuddled and enjoying the cool outdoor sky.
Kate was busy planting a batch of flowers that were in season for November. Specifically the colorful Alstromeria flowers. Planting them next to the other colorful seasonal flowers and trees. She heard her son giggle and a pant from the dog behind her, so she stopped what she was doing and turned around to see her son playing with the dog. The still young puppy showed great loyalty to Kevin Esposito and also shared the youthfulness of her human boy counterpart. Angel was happily licking Kevin Esposito's face as the young boy giggled with happiness. Kate smiled warmly at her family. Kate smiled, "Is Angel hurting you honey?"
Kevin Esposito couldn't stop giggling as the dog carried on her licks. "No Mommy!" He said, managing to say between the giggles.
Kate laughed, "Angel!" She patted her thigh. Angel stopped licking the boy and happily trotted over to Kate. She sat down right next to Kate and panted happily. Kate responded by petting the young dog on the head, "You being a good girl?" Angel barked happily in response. Kate chuckled, "You watch over my handsome boy while I check on our girls okay?" Angel turned around and continued to play with Kevin Esposito. The sound of laughter and giggles rang throughout the backyard.
Kate stood up and dusted off her knees of any soil and dirt that clung to her jeans and removed her gloves. She walked over to the play pen and bent down to tickle her daughters, "How are my sweet Angels doing." When she said that Angel stopped what she was doing and barked happily in response. Kate realized what she said then looked over the dog, "My other Angels…Angel." She laughed.
Both Iris Lanie and Serena Johanna started to cry unexpectedly. Kate continued to tickle her daughters, "Oh. Don't cry. Mommy is here." She said in a warm motherly tone. The babies continued to cry as Kate did her best from where she stood to calm them down, but that wasn't working as planned. She decided to pick up Iris Lanie first and rock her to settle her down before going for Serena Johanna. She rocked Iris Lanie gently with a smile, "Its okay honey. Mommy is here. Don't cry." She said calmly.
Like it was second nature, Kevin Esposito and Angel both walked over to the play pen and did their best to help calm down the girls. Kevin Esposito grabbed his favorite Mickey Mouse and slowly wiggled it over Serena Johanna in an attempt to calm his baby sister. Angel just watched as the baby girl continued to cry. Kevin Esposito spoke in his innocent tone, "Don't cry Serena. Look at my Mickey, isn't he nice?" The baby continued to cry.
Kate couldn't help but smile warmly at her son trying to help her. She focused her attention back to the crying Iris Lanie. She kissed the top of her head, "Sh. Its okay honey." She said as she continued to rock side to side.
Suddenly the back door slid open and Martha stepped out wearing a long white sweater, black long pants, and short black wedges. She smiled happily at her family, "I hear my baby granddaughters crying for attention." She said excitedly.
Kevin Esposito turned around at the sound of her voice and rushed happily to Martha, "Grandma!" He yelled excitedly. Angel shot after Kevin Esposito to greet Martha as well.
Martha hugged and kissed her grandson, "How you doing kiddo?"
Kevin Esposito hugged his grandma tightly, "Doing really good!" He looked up at her, "Me and Angel are trying to help mommy calm down my baby sisters."
Kate continued to rock Iris Lanie, but smiled at Martha, "Oh Martha. I didn't know you were here."
Martha laughed and walked over to Kate, "Its okay darling. I greeted Alexis and she told me you were out here with the kids."
Kate hugged Iris Lanie and started to bounce and pat her back, "Yeah." She gave an apologetic smile, "They were doing so good earlier, but they suddenly just started to cry."
Martha smiled and picked up Serena Johanna and started to rock her side to side, "It happens darling." She said happily. She laughed, "But I have to say. You and Richard make beautiful children."
Kate laughed, "Thanks Martha." She kissed her daughter but Iris Lanie still cried.
As Kate and Martha did their best to calm down the baby girls, Kevin Esposito and Angel went back to playing on their spot on the grass.
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Corner Store
Slaughter whispered to Castle, "See that young kid at the counter?" He nodded to the young white male store manager behind the counter.
Castle whispered, "Yeah? What about him?"
"He's the reason I'm here. He's affiliated with a big gang and he uses the store to distribute drugs for the gang." Slaughter spoke confidently, "I'm here to take him down and figure out who's providing the drugs. Because there is no way in hell that this kid makes his own drugs. I need to find the bigger fish." He smiled, "So are you in? Old times sake?"
Castle raised an eyebrow, "what am I even supposed to be doing?"
"Back me up man!"
Castle looked around cautiously then whispered to Slaughter, "I don't even have a weapon." Slaughter unzipped his duffel bag and showed him the bag full of weapons. Castle sighed, "there was a reason why I followed Kate around and not you." He shook his head, "I just want to go back to my family and prepare for Thanksgiving."
"Come on Castle. I need some back up." Slaughter sighed, "Besides you're already attached and affiliated with the police in the city. This isn't illegal for you to help me out."
Castle groaned, "Fine…"
Slaughter smiled, "Great! It'll be real quick!" He handed him two 9mm pistols along with a cartridge belt. Slaughter then took out an MP5 submachine gun then nodded at Castle, "Just watch my back alright?" Castle looked at the pistols in surprise while Slaughter hid his submachine gun in his coat.
Castle groaned, "Lets get this over with." He said while he hid the weapons in his pants.
As of now the small corner store was empty, with only Castle, Slaughter, and the target inside. The duo approached the counter cautiously, Slaughter whispered to Castle, "Watch my back. I got the front." Castle groaned.
The young man behind the counter nodded at the duo, "Is there something I can help you with."
Slaughter smiled, "Got any of that special product?"
The young man raised an eyebrow, "What product?"
Slaughter laughed, "Come on. You know what I'm talking about. That good product I keep hearing on the streets at the city."
"I don't know what you're talking about. I don't provide drugs." Said the young man innocently.
Castle whispered to Slaughter, "Slaughter…" Slaughter turned to give Castle a cold look. But, at the corner of his eye he saw the young man behind the counter slowly move his hands to one direction of the counter.
Slaughter took out his MP5 and pointed it at the young man, "Don't do it!" He screamed, "Hands where I can see them mother fucker!"
The young man flinched at the weapon and put his hands up, "I didn't do anything!"
Castle looked at Slaughter, "Slaughter…"
"Who's side you on Castle? Mine or this drug runner and gang banger!"
The young man closed his eyes, "I don't have any drugs and I'm not a gang banger!"
Slaughter jumped on the counter and pointed his weapon down on the young man, "Do you know who I am mother fucker?" The man shook his head, Slaughter screamed, "I am the righteous hand of the law to come and take down you and your gang!"
"I'm not part of a gang! And I don't deal drugs!" The young man said frantically.
"Now, if you don't hand over the person who provides you drugs in the count of three, I swear to almighty God I will blow your mother fucking brains out!" Slaughter yelled as he took his MP5 off safe. Castle felt uncomfortable about this whole situation. Slaughter didn't even once say he is a cop. Slaughter aimed down his sights, "One!"
The young man waved his hands, "I can't give you anything I don't have! You're thinking of a different person!" He waved his hands frantically, "Please I didn't do anything!"
"TWO!"
Castle glared at Slaughter, "Slaughter."
"Times up!" Slaughter yelled. As he was about to pull the trigger the back room barged open and two gun men wearing all black with black bandanas covering their faces came out guns blazing with automatic weapons. They sprayed the whole store as Castle and Slaughter took cover. The gun men were wearing all black, black sweatshirt, black pants, and black shoes. One gunman was white and the other was black.
Castle pushed away from the counter and hid behind one of the aisles of snacks and bubble gum. He then stood up and fired off a few rounds causing the gunmen to duck momentarily. At the same time, Slaughter ran off the counter and rolled over the end to hide from the blind spray of bullets. He then leaned out and opened fire with his MP5, spraying the store in front of him to suppress the bad guys. Suddenly he heard a pistol click behind the counter, he looked up and saw the young store manager pointing a pistol down at him. Slaughter gasped then quickly rolled away from the counter while dodging a hail of bullets.
Slaughter managed to get behind a rack of snacks next to Castle's rack of snacks. He sighed, "I didn't actually think they'd shoot back at us."
Castle took out the other 9mm pistol and yelled at Slaughter, "Of course their shooting back, you had your gun out! I can't believe you talked me into this!"
Slaughter leaned out of cover and opened fire again, "You can't assume they'll shoot back at you!" We don't know what we don't know!" He returned back to cover.
Castle yelled angrily, "You said this would be quick!" He continued to yell angrily, "I HAVE THANKSGIVING TO PREPARE FOR!"
Slaughter reloaded his MP5, "Damn it Castle! Take down etiquette says you can't criticize a bust during the actual bust! You have to wait till the take down is over!"
Castle sighed then stood up and fired off a few round before ducking behind cover again. Bullets slammed into the refrigerators behind the. Castle looked at Slaughter, "Please tell me, you got some sort of back up outside."
Slaughter laughed, "You are my back up."
"Great." Castle put down his weapons and took out his phone to call the 12th Precinct directly.
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During the shootout in the corner store, Kate and Martha were still busy trying to calm the two twin girls down in the backyard of the house. Kevin Esposito sat and watched innocently as his mom and grandma rocked his sisters gently. The two baby girls continued to cry loudly in the arms of Kate and Martha. Martha smiled sheepishly at Kate, "They've been crying nonstop. There's got to be something to calm them down. A toy? A blanket?"
Kate came to a realization, "I got it!" She smiled at Iris Lanie, "Do you want to see Daddy? Is that why you two are crying?" The babies continued to cry. She smiled and skillfully took her phone out from her pocket while holding on to her baby. She quickly unlocked her phone and got a picture of Castle on her screen and showed it to Iris Lanie. Almost immediately Iris Lanie stopped crying as she saw her father's face on the phone. The baby even giggled at the picture.
Serena Johanna was still crying, but quickly settled down when Kate showed her the picture. Martha bounced Serena Johanna in her arms, "That's so adorable. They miss their daddy." She said with a laugh.
Kate kissed Iris Lanie then leaned and kissed Serena Johanna. She laughed, "I guess they like daddy more than me." She said jokingly.
Martha laughed, "Non sense darling. Babies just have funny ways."
"This is true." Kate said while she kissed Iris Lanie again.
Kevin Esposito stood up, "What happened mommy?"
Martha laughed then looked down at her grandson, "Your baby sisters just miss your dad, kiddo."
Kevin Esposito nodded, "Yeah. When is he coming home?"
Kate smiled as she rocked Iris, "He's still out grocery shopping but I'm sure he will be back soon."
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Back in the corner store, Castle and Slaughter were holding off the three gunmen in their area of the store. The store was shot up and a complete mess with bullet holes everywhere, spent shell casings, trashed products, and broken glass. Slaughter reloaded his MP5 yet again then turned to Castle, "When are the police supposed to get here?"
Castle shrugged, "they said they'll be here soon…that was fifteen minutes ago."
Slaughter sighed, "I'm running low and I still need the information." He groaned, "Hopefully they are running low too. Good thing they can't shoot."
Castle shook his head, "Need I remind you that we haven't done any better. Its still three against two."
Slaughter sighed, "I don't remember you being…" Suddenly the sounds of police sirens grew louder and louder.
Castle spoke in relief, "Finally! The cops are here."
Slaughter yelled, "You hear that you sweaty bastards!" He stood up, "Bring it!" He opened fire again. Castle groaned.
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Kate and Martha walked back into the house and placed the now calm twin girls in their baby pay pen in the family room. Kevin Esposito and Angel trotted in and they both jumped on the couch and made themselves comfy. Kate let her hair down as she spoke to Martha, "Thanks for helping with Serena."
Martha smiled, "Its no problem darling. I'm spending time with my family." She joined Kevin Esposito and Angel on the couch. Kevin Esposito happily cuddled up next to his grandma and Angel happily cuddled up next to the boy. Martha chuckled, "Now all we have to do is get Richard home so we can prepare for Thanksgiving." She smiled, "Oh when is your father coming?"
Kate smiled, "He'll be here tomorrow morning." She said as she made her way to the kitchen sink to wash her hands.
Kevin Esposito smiled, "Grandpa is coming too?" He asked excitedly.
Kate smiled, "Of course honey." She heard Kevin Esposito cheer in excitement.
Martha looked at her grandson, "Want to watch some cartoons while we wait for your dad?"
"Yes!" Kevin Esposito said happily.
Suddenly Alexis rushed into the family room and kitchen. She wore a crew neck long sleeve black shirt, tight blue jeans, and white socks. "Mom, turn on the TV to the news!" She said urgently.
Kate stopped washing her hands and turned to Alexis, "Why what's up?"
Alexis just shrugged, "You have to see this."
Martha nodded then turned on the TV and turned it to the local news station. It was live at a small corner store with the parking lot crawling with cops, SWAT, police cars, and SWAT trucks. Kate walked into the family room and crossed her arms and stood on the carpet. She cocked her head to one side, "What's going on."
Alexis shrugged, "Just watch."
The blonde news reporter appeared on the screen holding her microphone, "Just moments ago there was a call of a shoot out in this local corner store between three gang members and two police detectives. The gang members belong to one of New York City's prominent gangs, and from what the police has told us is that the gang used this small corner store in Bronxville to distribute drugs. The gang used this store to distribute their drugs away from the constant patrolling police in the big city."
Alexis groaned, "Get to the good part." Kate looked at her curiously.
The news reporter continued, "The two police detectives who were involved in putting down this gang cite are Detective Ethan Slaughter who serves as a detective in the NYPD Gang unit, and Private Investigator and Detective Richard Castle of the 12th Precinct." The camera shows Slaughter and Castle standing next to each other outside the store. Slaughter had a wide happy smile while Castle had a small smile but yet looked clearly frustrated.
Kate's jaw dropped, "Oh my god." She put her hands over her mouth.
Alexis nodded, "Right?" She didn't know how to act at this moment.
Kevin Esposito looked at his mom and sister, "Mommy, why is daddy on TV?"
Martha hugged her grandson, "He was being your dad. Don't worry about it kiddo." Kevin Esposito smiled up at her.
Kate couldn't believe what she heard and saw, "Oh my God. Alexis…" She shook her head, "I don't know what to say…" She didn't know what to think. Castle was supposed to be getting groceries and not be working or doing anything dangerous. She thought for a moment that he was lying to her about what he does, but that thought was quickly shut down when the news interviewed Castle.
The reporter spoke, "Mr. Castle, you are no stranger to danger or gun fire. You worked along side the legendary Detective Beckett, the now Captain Castle for years, and saved not only your wife but fellow detectives a while back. How did you feel walking into this situation?"
Castle sighed, "Honestly?" He shook his head, "I just wanted to get something quick to drink before I went home to prepare for Thanksgiving. I didn't even plan on being caught in this gun fight." He nodded to Slaughter behind him who was talking to a fellow police officer, "Talk to Detective Slaughter it was his plan." He smiled, "I already gave my statement to the Police and they said I'm free to go. So if you excuse me, I have a massive dinner to make." Castle turned away from the camera and made his way to the car.
The reporter followed him, "Mr. Castle, Mr. Castle." She called, but Castle didn't turn back.
Castle opened the car door, "Look, I'm late and I got food in my car that I hope isn't spoiled!" He rolled his eyes, "My wife will kill me if I don't get home!"
Kate laughed at that statement. She guessed that Castle didn't think she would be watching the news at that exact moment. Martha quickly changed the channel to Kevin Esposito's favorite cartoon channel. The young boy smiled, "Dad was on TV!"
Kate smiled at her son and kneeled down in front of the couch, "Your Dad is a great big hero, did you know that?"
"Yes! Dad is like superman!" Kevin Esposito smiled. Martha kissed his head.
Kate giggled then stood up. Alexis looked concerned at Kate, "You're not mad at Dad are you?"
"Of course not. It was clear he was at the wrong place at the wrong time." Kate chuckled, "And its clear that Detective Slaughter was the one who dragged Castle into it." She laughed, "Just wait until they release the security footage to the public."
Alexis laughed, "You know, Dad will probably be back on the news for a while again."
"I swear I feel like trouble just likes to follow him." Kate said jokingly.
Martha looked at her curiously, "Why do I feel like you don't even mind that he was involved in a gun fight?" She chuckled, "And why do I feel like you don't mind?"
Kate went over to the play pen to see her daughters, "Oh I do mind." She laughed, "He just has an uncanny ability to get into trouble. I guess that's the price I paid for marrying him."
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It was already relatively dark when Castle finally pulled the family Chevrolet Traverse onto the drive way. He opened the garage then stepped out of the car to grab a few bags of groceries before heading in. He opened the trunk of the car and grabbed two full paper bags then sighed at the large amount of groceries that were actually in the car. He closed the trunk then made his way toward the door inside the garage. Grocery shopping for Thanksgiving took a while, but he would've been back a long time ago if it wasn't for Slaughter and his stupid plan in the corner store. He still needs to prepare for Thanksgiving! He groaned again as he walked.
He stopped in his tracks and decided to stare at the ground instead of walking. The cold concrete seemed a lot more appealing than it usually is. He didn't even know how to tell Kate the reason why he's back so late. Well, there is the option of not telling her and or lie, but that would not be the right thing to do…and she'd probably find out and kill him in a heart beat. Plus, this whole situation was on TV, she would probably see it later and even hear about it at work. He groaned again, things are about to go down at home…
He slowly opened the door and called, "Honey, I'm home!" He closed the door then cautiously walked into the brightly lit house. The sound of cartoons echoed from the family room as he walked in slowly.
Suddenly Angel and Kevin Esposito charged out of the family room toward Castle. Kevin Esposito yelled excitedly, "Daddy!"
Castle bent down and put down the bags of groceries so he could hug his son. He kneeled down and hugged him. He smiled, "How you doing buddy?"
"Great! Grandma is here, she's watching cartoons with me!" Kevin Esposito said excitedly.
"Really?" Castle said in a happy tone. Angel jumped and placed her front legs on Castle then licked him happily. Castle laughed, "How you doing girl? Taking care of the family?" He pet her on the head while she happily wagged her tail. He looked at his son, "Where's mom?"
Kevin Esposito pointed to the kitchen, "She's making dinner."
"Lets go then. I'll be right behind you." Castle said. Kevin Esposito took off back to the kitchen with Castle walking behind him. As he got closer to the kitchen he started to get more and more nervous about telling her what happened earlier.
Castle walked into the kitchen and adjoining family room calmly and was greeted by his family. Martha who was sitting on the couch in front of the TV smiled at him, "Hello Richard!"
Castle smiled, "Mother." He greeted warmly.
Alexis who was on the other couch against the far wall, looked up from her book and smiled, "Hey dad!"
Castle smiled again, "Hey Alexis." He said courteously. He did his best not to appear nervous, but that failed. Martha and Alexis shared a funny glance before they returned to their activities. Kevin Esposito jumped on to the couch to sit next to Martha. Angel trotted over to the twins in the play pen and sat down next to it.
Kate who wore a green apron over her clothes turned off the sink then turned around to greet Castle, "Hey honey. That took longer than expected." She said as she dried her hands on a towel.
Castle didn't move and instead just rubbed his neck, "yeah about that."
"Hm?" Kate replied with a raised eyebrow and a small smile.
Castle chuckled, "I don't know how to start."
Kate chuckled then approached him, and gave him a tender kiss on the lips. She broke the kiss then rested her arms on his shoulders as she stared lovingly into his eyes. She smiled, "Continue babe." She laughed then kissed him again.
"Ah screw it." Castle sighed, "After grocery shopping I went to the corner store to get a quick beverage. But I ran I surprisingly ran into Slaughter there and he asked me to help him out to take down his suspect." He just decided to tell the whole story, "He said he needed my help and I reluctantly agreed to help thinking it would be quick. What followed…"
Alexis and Martha couldn't help but laugh. Castle quickly looked at them in surprised then looked back at Kate with a surprised grin. Kate couldn't help smiling, she was hiding her smile under her hand with the best of her abilities. Castle raised a brow, "What?"
Kate smiled, "Babe, we saw you on the news with Slaughter. We know all about what happened."
Castle gasped, "You knew? You all knew?" He said in surprise while looking around.
Everyone nodded. Kate gently made him look at her with her hand, "Babe, its okay." She kissed his lips, "I'm glad you're safe. I know how Detective Slaughter is."
Alexis smiled, "The news is calling you and Slaughter local heroes." She chuckled.
Kate laughed, "Slaughter being called a hero… that won't end well."
Castle still was shocked, "You aren't mad?"
"No. It was an accident that you got dragged into that." She sighed, "Though I was worried for a moment when I heard it on the news. But when I saw you on TV I was relieved and reassured." She laughed and slapped his chest playfully, "If you intended to do that then I would be mad."
"WOAH! It was an accident I swear!"
Kate laughed then kissed his lips, "I know." She caressed his cheek for a moment then hugged him tightly, "I don't want you to do something like that ever again though." She whispered into his ear, still showing some worry in her.
Castle kissed her head and whispered, "I won't I'm sorry."
Kate kissed him, "I don't want to relive that feeling from that warehouse."
"I'm sorry…" Was all that Castle was able to say.
Kate leaned back and smiled, "Do you look for trouble or does it find you?" She said a little louder.
Castle sighed, "I don't know. I think it finds me. Look how I ended up getting married." There was a pause and Castle smiled jokingly at his wife.
Kate gasped and slapped his chest playfully again. "Well hero. Dinner is ready."
Castle smiled, "I love you Kate."
"Uh-huh." Kate said with a smile as she turned around to get the food.
Castle nodded to the garage, "I got a lot of groceries. Let me get them before I eat."
Alexis stood up from the couch, "I'll help you dad." She followed her dad to the garage.
Kate brought the plates of food to the table. She looked at the TV and saw the cartoons still going on, "Kevin, turn off the TV, its time to eat."
Kevin Esposito hopped off the couch, "Okay Mommy." Martha turned off the TV for her grandson before joining the family at the table.
After dinner the Castles, specifically Kate, Castle, and Martha cleaned the dishes and began preparing for Thanksgiving while Alexis and Kevin Esposito watched "Lilo and Stitch" on the TV. The process of cooking the best Thanksgiving meal the world has ever seen has begun. From sweet potatoes all the way to the deliciously made turkey. Its going to be a great meal.
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Thanksgiving
After a long but fun filled night and morning of cooking it was almost time for the Thanksgiving feast. The atmosphere in the Castle household is filled with joy and excitement as the epic dinner neared ever closer. The beautifully decorated brightly lit house added to the already electric atmosphere as Kate, Castle, and Martha did the final preparations of the Thanksgiving dinner.
The food is looking good and everyone is looking their best. Castle being the handsome classy man he is, wore a white dress shirt, black and white striped tie, his sleeves rolled up, black suit vest, black suit dress pants, black socks, black dress shoes, and a silver fancy wrist watch. Kate being a sophisticated beautiful woman as ever wore a gold colored Boxy Flecked roll sleeve tee, dark black skinny jeans, black flats, a gold necklace, diamond earrings, and a gold bracelet watch. As a high class young woman Alexis wore a light grey V-neck long sleeve loose casual shirt, black women's black dress pants, black flats like Kate, gold necklace with a white quartz crystal attached to it, and a black watch. Martha wore an elegant dark orange ¾ sleeve dress that went just past her knees, gold string necklaces, gold bracelets, and black heels. Kate dressed Kevin Esposito in an orange sweater with a turkey on it, blue pants, and white socks. The twin girls were in their respective color coded baby onesies.
In the family room Alexis and Kevin Esposito sat on the couch doing the typical Castle tradition of watching "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" while Kate, Martha, and Castle prepared the food. The twin girls also enjoyed the movie in their baby play pen just in front of Alexis and Kevin Esposito. In the kitchen Castle and Kate were getting the plates of food ready to head over to the dining room while Martha spent her time setting up and decorating the table. Kevin Esposito laughed as Snoopy started to make toast in rapid succession. Kate and Castle stopped what they were doing by the sink to look over at their son. Kate smiled then turned back to Castle with a happy look. Castle kissed his wife on the cheek and said, "Everything is looking good."
Kate smiled and kissed his lips gently, "Its perfect." Suddenly the door bell rang causing everyone to pause for a moment.
Kevin Esposito smiled, "Grandpa!"
Castle smiled as he picked up the first couple of plates, "I'll take care of this while you answer the door."
Kate smiled then went over to the kitchen table and grabbed her women's black blazer that was draped over a chair. She put the black blazer on and left it unbuttoned as she went to answer the door. She opened the door and sure enough it was her father. She smiled, "Hey dad!"
Jim Beckett smiled at his daughter, "Hey Katy. Happy Thanksgiving." He wore a white dress shirt with no tie, black suit jacket, black dress pants, and black dress shoes. He had in his hands a brown grocery paper bag with a single expensive bottle of wine inside it.
"Happy Thanksgiving dad." Kate responded as she let him into the house.
"Wow Kate, you and Richard did a great job in decorating your house." Jim said genuinely. Suddenly Kevin Esposito bolted out of the family room to his grandpa followed by the energetic dog. Jim smiled, "There he is!" He said as he kneeled down and scooped up his grandson skillfully with one arm. He laughed, "Oh my you're getting heavy!" He looked him up and down, "And bigger!" He chuckled. Kate smiled at her father and her son interacting.
To make life a little easier she generously took the grocery paper bag from her dad so he could carry Kevin Esposito with ease. As she curiously looked at the bottle of wine inside the bag she felt Angel sit down by her feet causing her to focus her attention on the dog. She couldn't help but smile at the panting excited golden retriever, who could resist that cute puppy face.
Kevin Esposito smiled and hugged his grandpa, "Happy Thanksgiving Grandpa!"
Jim smiled, "And happy thanksgiving to you too." He looked over to Kate, "You been a good boy for your mother?"
"Yup! I've been really good!" Kevin Esposito spoke excitedly, "I even helped mommy make the garlic mashed potatoes!"
"Did you now?" Jim said happily, "I have to give it a try!"
Kate looked at her dad, "Its really good!" She laughed, "Kevin is quite the cook daddy."
Jim smiled at his grandson, "Can't wait to try it."
Martha appeared out of the dining room with a smile, "Hey there Jim. Good to see you. Happy Thanksgiving!" She beamed happily.
Jim smiled and responded, "Hey Martha. Happy Thanksgiving." He took a big whiff, "Wow it smells good in here!"
Kevin Esposito smiled, "Daddy, mommy, and Grandma have been making food all day and night. It's going to be great!"
"I'm sure it is." Jim said happily.
Kate smiled, "Its going to be a great dinner."
Castle appeared out of the dining room as well, "Sure hope so. Hope we didn't slave away in the kitchen for nothing." He said with a smile.
Jim chuckled, "Just the man I wanted to see. Happy Thanksgiving Richard."
"And to you too sir." Castle responded with a smile and a nod.
Kate walked over to Castle and kissed him on the cheek. She smiled, "Its going to be great honey. The turkey is enough to feed three of our families and we got enough fixings to sink a ship."
Martha smiled, "Never enough food." She chuckled.
Castle nodded to the bag in Kate's arms, "Jim bring a bottle of wine?"
Jim nodded, "You bet. That type of wine was my wife's favorite on Thanksgiving." He smiled, "I decided to bring back that tradition."
"I like the sound of that." Castle said genuinely. Kate smiled lovingly at Castle.
Suddenly the sound of two baby girls crying from the family room echoed through the house. Jim smiled, "I hear my granddaughters!"
Alexis appeared with Serena Johanna in her arms. She smiled, "Serena started to cry which caused Iris to cry also." She chuckled, "I think they just want attention."
Kate handed the bag to Castle so she could take Serena in her arms. Alexis turned around and went back into the family room to get Iris Lanie from the play pen. She smiled at her baby daughter, "Oh. Don't cry Serena. Grandpa is here, see." She angled the baby so she could her grandpa. The baby stopped crying loudly and resulted to shallow sniffles.
Alexis came back and smiled, "Here's Iris."
Jim smiled, "Oh my goodness! They looks so cute!" He said while bouncing Kevin Esposito.
Martha laughed, "Everyone the food is ready. Let's eat!"
Kevin Esposito cheered, "Yay!" Everyone made their way to the long dining room table that had a dizzying amount of food on it.
Jim smiled, "Holy cows! That's a lot of food." He laughed, "I should've come earlier and helped cook!"
Castle stood at the head of the table, "No worries. Its all worth it." He said under his breath, "We are going to pay for this later. No doubt." Apparently everyone heard him and laughed loudly.
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Partly inspired by a picture I spotted on deviantart
Was watching Boondocks with Ed and Rummy. So funny. Plus, thought it be funny to see how Castle would react to something like this.
Happy Early Thanksgiving all!
Thank you for reading!