Rewind, Remix, Replay-16
Hello! I did something crazy for this chapter:) well, just to say, I did warn you guys a while ago, that I may bring in a few more guest stars;) haha. And so, this is the result of my holidays, that were spent watching TV. Sorry I took so long in writing this. I had a bad case of writer's block and the only way was to start a new fanfic, and another book.. *headslaps self*
Also, I have reached my record of writing 6 fanfictions and novels at one time:/ Ugh, I know. It's gonna be a mess hahaha:) I hope you enjoy this chapter :D
Disclaimer- Given the fact that I have so many fandoms, I won't be allowed to own one:(
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"She's at 24th District Avenue, apartment 304. "
"Thank you, Tim. Sorry for calling so late."
"It's okay. I'm still at the office finishing up some paperwork anyway, so it's the least I could do."
"How's everything in D.C.? Your Tommy and Lisa still fighting their feelings?"
"Everything's fine, it's just been really busy lately. Actually, they started dating about two months ago. They wouldn't tell me how or why though. What about you? How's your Nikki?"
"Actually, she's the reason I called."
"Oh, she's not in trouble, is she?"
"I hope not."
"Hey Probie! Time to go. Me and Ziva are heading off for supper, you want in?" Another distinct voice came from the other line. It sounded like he was further away, and Tim was trying to cover the mouthpiece.
"Yeah, I don't mind. But one kiss that lasts for more than 3 seconds and I'm out of there. I'm not gonna sit there like a third wheel for the next 15 minutes like last time." Tim's reply was muffled, but it was clear enough for Rick to chuckle when he heard it. "Sorry Rick, I gotta go. Call you soon."
"Sure, have a good time with Tony and Ziva!"
"I'll try. Who knows, with them? They could be planning some prank against me that will be my downfall for all I know."
The smile faded as soon as he put down the phone. She had probably taken off with some random guy she met in a bar, and slept over at his apartment. The thought itself disgusted him, and yet, at the same time, filled him with disappointment.
She wasn't home, therefore, there was no reason for him to stay any longer than necessary. He should have moved on while he could. With Meredith. Alexis liked the new her, and frankly, she did seem like she was trying hard to repair their marriage. It might have worked this time.
He sighed and walked into the elevator, leaning against the farthest corner away from the exit, as the doors shut. Who was he kidding? None of his marriages ever worked out. What difference was marrying the same one again? Leopards don't change their spots. Even if their fur is shaved off.
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Kate sensed that the sun rays were casting themselves into the room. She half tossed the covers off her body becasue it was too hot. Her arms felt so stiff that it hurt to bend them. She tried to sit up and immediately gave up after a groan. Her head felt like there were millions of jackhammers hitting it. Her eyes felt like there were weights barring her from opening them. Her throat was so dry that it hurt to even feel air rushing down her windpipe as she took a breath.
She forced herself to open her eyes and froze. Her curtains were always shut at night; because she hated to wake up to the sun shining into her face. She suddenly panicked at the fact that she was somewhere unfamiliar.
She quickly got up and ignored the feeling of blood suddenly rushing into her brain while she attempted to open the door.
"BECKS! what the heck are you doing?" She looked up drowsily, and saw Maddison running towards her to help her stand. "You shouldn't be trying to walk. I bet your head is hurting like a bitch, right? It's from your hangover because of the crazy amount of alcohol you took last night. WHAT WERE YOU THINKING? Drinking so much like that. If I wasn't there, what do you think might have happened to you?"
Maddie still talked just as fast as the last time they met. Well, at least some things don't change.
"Maddie. You changed your guest room..." She said, while trying to wake herself up.
"Oh! Right... I made some renovations to my apartment last month. You're the first guest to stay in it since." She gave her a big smile and gave her a glass of water, which she gladly accepted. The warm liquid soothed her burning throat, even though it took more force and pain to swallow it than usual.
"Thanks Maddie...for letting me stay here last night." She managed to rasp out. Her voice sounded so unfamiliar even to her own ears. She must have been REALLY drunk for her memory of the past night to completely disappear.
"No biggie, Becks; but now you owe me an explanation. What were you doing there, alone for that matter? At first I assumed that there was some guy with you, and then I noticed that you were trying to flirt with the bartender. " The blonde leaned across the table to watch her friend's response. "I rate you a 4 out of 10. 2 points for being hot, and another 2 for trying while you were drunk. "
Kate dropped her face into her palms and groaned. " Ugh, it was THAT bad? God, I must have made a fool out of myself."
"I know it's not helping but, you kind of did." She shrugged when her friend shot her a death glare, although it dropped in intensity because of her hangover.
"Say, Becks, don't you have work today? You shouldn't have been drinking last night then. Do you need me to drop you off?" Her friend asked good naturedly.
"No need, Maddie, but thanks. I took some days off." She gave her a look that said 'don't ask', and she decided not to push.
Something was up with her best friend, and it probably was so serious that unless Kate were to tell her herself, she wasn't going to get anything out of her.
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Kate bid goodbye to her friend as she went into the elevator to her own apartment. When she got off at her floor, she was just in time to see her next door neighbor opening her apartment after going to the market. She was about 58, and lived alone. So, Kate found it easy to make small talk with her, so she never hesitated to strike up conversation when she had the chance.
"Hello dear, did that young man manage to catch you last night?"
"What guy? There was a guy here?" Kate stepped away from her door, and approached the girl curiously.
"Yes, pretty cute too. He looked like a real good match for you, actually." The girl winked at her mischievously and said suggestively.
"Wait. So there was a guy here? How long did he stay here for? He didn't go in, did he?"
"I just said that I saw a guy out here last night. He seemed to be waiting for you, and was quite disappointed that you didn't come home last night. He left after making a phone call."
"What did he look like?"
"You know, now that you mention it, he kind of reminded me of the guy on one of those books that you lent me last week."
"Damn it, Castle." She muttered to herself before thanking her neighbor and going into her apartment.
Rick had been waiting there the night before. That meant that he must have thought that she spent the night with some guy that she randomly picked up at a bar. He had told her that he loved her, chosen her over Meredith, and she didn't even acknowledge that it had happened. She probably would have just picked up a random guy if Maddie hadn't been around to stop her. It was during these situations that Kate was sincerely grateful for having friends like her around.
She gracelessly flopped herself down onto her couch, and leaned her head against the cushions. Her splitting headache was still as strong as ever, and she was having a hard time concentrating on one thing. Even if that one thing was Rick Castle. He had said those three little words that every woman wanted to hear, to her. Right after that spine-tingling kiss. Instead of telling him those words, she pushed him away because she didn't know how else to react. It was a desperately wrong decision, and for all she knew, he may have given up on her already.
She gave a huge sigh. Why did the simplest things have to end up being the most difficult of them all? It would have made life so much easier if things weren't so complicated.
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Hello my dear readers:) as you can see, I'm back from my hiatus;) hopefully I can update more often now. I hope there are still some readers out there who are reading my story!
Hello? Anyone? *is greeted by the cricket choir* Damn…
Ah well, I guess I deserve it for taking such a long time to update eh? So, would any of you readers be so kind as to leave me some reviews for encouragement? I'm trying to reach a target teehee ;) but I'm not gonna say how much at the moment :P BTW I am extra sorry for the short chapter! I'll try to make the next one longer:3 more action is promised :D but reviews first ;) heehee…
Anyway, I'll see you guys in my next chapter :)
~Lianna