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Still not mine just playing.

Kate was throwing clothes into her bag. She didn't have a clue what kind of attire she would need for the week-end. The clock was ticking; she didn't have time to fret. That was probably a good thing. She didn't have time to second guess her decision. Lanie would be proud.

She'd planned to go with him before; a year ago she'd been prepared to spend the weekend with him in the Hampton's. She was pretty sure she would have slept with him then if the situation arose. She didn't plan on going with the sole purpose of sleeping with him. She knew if the situation were warranted she wasn't opposed to the idea... She was going to wait and see what developed between them. (In her dreams she'd made love with him several times.) Now here it was another year later.

Their chemistry was formidable. Everyone at the precinct felt it. There was a betting pool on when they would get together. She wasn't supposed to know. The chemistry was hard to hide when they finished one another's sentences, or when they uttered the same exact phrase at the same time.

Castle knew her. He was constantly unnerving her with the things he knew. He'd watched and listened, even when she didn't say anything. He had an uncanny way of figuring her out. She often wondered if he channeled her mother. She was the only other person who could read her. She didn't believe in such things, but he did.

Kate was checking off the to-do list in her head. Coffee pot turned off. She didn't iron so she didn't have to worry about leaving that on. She didn't have a dog or plants. Phone check: charger, check (although Castle had the same phone as she did. He'd bought hers)

She stepped out of the building as the car pulled up. Kate exhaled, she was relieved, and being late was definitely not on her list.

The ride to the airport was smooth, there was music playing that she really enjoyed. Castle and she fought daily over music in the car. She didn't want any. It was a distraction. Castle would sing along to show tunes or the latest pop song. With his Diva mother and teenage daughter, his iTunes held varied genres. Kate preferred Classical or Coltrane. What was not to like about Coltrane. It dawned on her he'd given the driver her preferred listening list.

….of course he did.

Castle was a care giver. He put other people's needs before his own. He liked comfort, but he loved providing the ones he loved with things he felt would enrich their lives. He enjoyed scoring tickets for the boy's. He made a fuss about them borrowing his Ferrari. He really didn't mind. He remembered details. The things that made people he cared about happy.

The car pulled up to a stop at the airport. Kate's heart pounded in her chest. She thought briefly about backing out, Stop being such a coward, you're ready. (His words replayed in her head Kate what are we waiting for?) Her door opened she stepped out onto the curb. The driver retrieved her bags. She was opening her wallet, when the driver tipped his hat. Mr. Castle has taken care of it Ma'am. "Would you like me to take your bags inside?"

"No, no thank you. I've got it." Kate smiled.

"Very well, have a nice flight." The driver tipped his hat again and waited by the car.

Kate realized he was waiting for her to go inside. She turned and entered the airport. She glanced back and saw the driver waiting. She kept walking and then when she turned, the car was pulling away. She headed over to the counter.

"Ms. Beckett, welcome right this way."

Kate hadn't spoken a word, she was about to ask how they knew… never-mind she knew. Castle. Kate was led into the VIP lounge.

"Would you care for a cocktail, or perhaps something to eat?" Vikki (according to her name badge) handed her a menu.

"You're flight is scheduled to board in thirty-five minutes, you have plenty of time." Vikki was good; she answered her question before she'd ask. Kate's stomach rumbled. She selected a club sandwich and a bottle of water.

Vikki disappeared and returned with her sandwich and a bottle of Evian within five minutes. She didn't realized how hungry she was, she ate it in record time. As soon as she wiped her mouth Vikki was gathering her plate. This woman had Ninja skills. Kate never heard or saw her coming.

Kate closed her eyes, and then they popped open Dinner! She'd made a dinner date. She punched in her Dad's number. It went to voice mail. She was relieved she didn't have to field twenty questions.

"Dad, it's me, hey I'm going to have to cancel our plans. I'm heading out-of-town. I'm going to San Antonio for the week-end. We can have dinner next week if you'd like. Love you." Kate pocketed her phone and leaned back in her chair. She must have dozed, the next thing she knew Vikki was handing her a boarding pass and ushering her into the first class section in the plane.

She'd barely gotten seated when the flight attendant handed her a glass of champagne. Ms. Beckett the flight is scheduled to take off in five minutes. She looked around, there wasn't anyone else boarding. Kate had been the last passenger, she knew for sure when the flight attendant closed the door, and locked it in place. She felt the plane heading for the runway. This time of the night there weren't as many planes taking off and landing. They were cleared and ready for take-off before she could take a sip of champagne.

The flight attendants went thru the safety checks and demonstrated the equipment as the plane taxied onto the tarmac. The attendants strapped in and the plane picked up speed, soon they were off the ground and in the air. Kate liked to fly; it was dark so she wouldn't be able to see the fluffy cloud base below. She settled back, she wished she'd brought her book. Well it wouldn't be long and she would be with her favorite author. She watched the lights get smaller and smaller. She turned away from the window and took a sip of her champagne. First class was really nice.

Kate didn't get nervous until the captain announced they were about to touch down. Her stomach had butterflies. She took a deep breath. The flight attendant misread her nervousness for fear of flying. She was reassuring her; the Captain was a skilled pilot, she was in good hands.

Kate smiled she was hoping she would be in good hands shortly. She didn't bother explaining she wasn't worried about the flight. She was worried about what she faced on the ground.

"Ms. Beckett this way."

Kate unbuckled her belt and stood up, before she could turn around her carry on was handed to her. These people were good. Kate was used to waiting and having people bump into her trying to get their bags out of the compartments, and then waiting for the aisle to clear before got up. She didn't like being sandwiched between strangers. She generally waited.

Kate was ushered off the plane and thru a side door and down an open metal staircase. She didn't know why she didn't travel up the concourse with the other passengers. She was feeling a little apprehensive until she saw him. Castle was standing at the bottom of the stairs. His face was partly hidden in the shadows. She'd know that face anywhere, as she neared the bottom she could see his eyes were sparkling, and his smile crinkled his eyes. He was happy. She'd only seen this look when he looked at his daughter or more recently her.

"Hey" The smile covered her entire face. She only smiled like this for him.

"Hey" Castle wrapped his arms around her. He held her. "I'm so glad you're here Kate." He kissed the top of her head.

As soon as she saw him she felt better, she felt home.

"Are we going into the city from the apron?"

Kate saw a flash of pure terror on his face

"Castle?" something was up, she felt it.

"I…um…well about that. Kate when you said you were coming, I…well I was thinking. We would have to hold up in the hotel, unless you wanted flash bulbs going off in your face every five minutes. We would be hounded if we stepped out in public. The fans would go crazy knowing you were here with me. I...I he paused and looked at her. His eyes were pleading don't shoot me. I would rather spend time with you without having to dodge fans or hide out in the hotel.

Kate's eyebrow shot up. She didn't have to speak. He knew she was telling him to spit out whatever it was he'd planned.

I...I made reservations for us someplace quieter. It's not far….just take an hour to get there…by plane. He closed his eyes he was waiting for her to twist his ear. He was all set to yell Apples.

Nothing happened. He opened his eyes.

Kate was standing there she was smiling. "What are we waiting for?"

With Castle she'd learned to expect the unexpected. This was a little over the top, but it was so…him.

"Great! He spoke into the radio a few minutes later a private jet appeared.

Castle placed his hand on her lower back and escorted her to the plane.

"What about my luggage?"

"Taken care of. It will be loaded on the plane."

Kate rolled her eyes.

They settled into their seats.

Castle reached for her hand. She laced her fingers with his. He smiled.

They were in the air before he gave her the destination Nassau in the Bahamas. The flight time was more like three hours. He planned on keeping her entertained.

"One hour huh?"

"More like three, but if you're tired you can lie down. There is a bedroom thru…."

He stopped talking. He was growling.

Kate was biting her bottom lip. Oh…she shouldn't do that it drove him crazy.

"Are you trying to join the mile high club Castle?"

What? No, no Kate, I…I thought you might be tired. I..I he sighed. Kate I am thankful you came, I don't have an agenda. I only wanted to see you. I've missed you. I've already informed Paula, I won't go on any more month long tours. I can't stand to be away from you that long. I only made it two weeks this time.

"Relax Rick" Kate squeezed his hand." I've missed you too. I kind of got used to you pulling my pigtails."

"We will have to fend for ourselves. I only reserved the pilot and co-pilot."

"I think we can manage."

He nodded in agreement.

"How did you get out of the tour?"

"I didn't give Paula a choice. She is going to come up with something, virus the flu. It doesn't matter I'd already completed the fan portion. The rest of the week-end was schmoozing with executives. Kate even if it wasn't I would always choose you, your coming means the world to me.

The loving look on his face brought tears to her eyes, along with his words. He always put her first. She'd never been in a relationship where she felt like she was most important.

"Show me the bedroom" Kate eyes slowly rose to meet his.

He was trying to read her thoughts. His own desires were confusing him. Kate had never seen him so off-balance.

He had so many thoughts running thru his head. He stood and helped her up. She held her hand behind her back she didn't want to break the connection from him. He walked up the aisle behind her. She opened the door and walked into the cabin he was right behind her. Kate loosened her grip and freed her hand so she could turn and face him.

Kate…I he was struggling.

Rick, I want this I want you. She looked up at him.

His arms wrapped around her. "Kate I want you, more than I've ever wanted anything in my life. I'm willing to wait. I want more than sex."

"I know" She knew he needed more.

"I want to be with you, only you…and I, Kate I don't want you to be with anyone else."

She nodded.

"Kate I need to hear the words."

"Rick, I am in love with you, I want you and only you." Kate looked him in the eyes when she said it. "I think we've waited long enough."

"Extraordinary words." He kissed her. She could feel the passion. He wasn't holding anything back.

They were both panting when they finally broke free from the kiss. Kate was literally weak in the knees. She faltered and Rick scooped her up and deposited her onto the bed. He laid her back and then lay beside her. He pulled her into him. Kate could feel his desire pressed against her. She ground her hips into his seeking the friction she needed. She was about to tip over the edge and he hadn't even touched her. The moan escaping his lips was primal. He was just as far-gone as she was.

She began undressing him; she wanted him right now, no more waiting. His large hands caressed her, and when he slid his hands under her shirt she came undone when his fingers grazed her breast. His fingers sought her peaked nipple he rolled the nub between his thumb and forefinger. She arched into him. She moaned his name, which spurred him on. He wanted to spend hours mapping her body. He would, but their first time was going to be embarrassing quick for both of them. He removed her shirt and replaced his fingers with his mouth. He begrudging left her breasts and he removed the rest of the barriers that separated him from her. She was begging him to take her, he couldn't deny her anything.

She was so wet; Castle used his fingers to open her folds to allow him entrance. He eased his length into her. Kate shuddered. He stilled,

Kate cried no… no don't stop please…I…

Rick rocked his hips, he slowly increased his thrusts. She watched as his hips met hers, joining them together as one. Kate pulled him deeper with each thrust. Their pace quickened. She wrapped her long legs around him. He felt her body shudder as she came undone, she cried out his name, he thrust once more and his body splintered. He was blinded by pleasure as he released into her. He was about to withdraw himself from her when Kate pulled him back to her.

"Stay"

"I'll crush you."

"No please stay"

Castle used his muscled arms to hold some of his weight off her. She kept pulling him closer.

He leaned in to kiss her. It was tender filled with love. Kate I love you.

She started to cry.

His heart seized, Kate love, did I hurt you? He was starting to panic

"No, no she choked out, I'm happy." tears were pouring from her eyes. It was beautiful.

Castle pulled out of her. His body was already rebounding for a second round. He'd never experienced lovemaking like this. He wanted more. He would never forget their first time. He sat up and pulled her into his arms.

They held each other.

The captain announced over the intercom, they would arrive at their destination in around twenty minutes.

Kate giggled; I think we already arrived at our destination. I am officially a member of the Mile High Club.

Castle kissed her. "That makes two of us."

"Really Rick I thought for sure you were a card-carrying member."

He nuzzled her nose. "You are my admission Kate. First time for me too."

Kate pulled him to her for a kiss. Things heated up quickly. When Kate began to moan, Rick pulled back. "We have to get dressed."

Rick kissed her once more and helped her get up. Kate went into the bathroom to freshen up. Castle retrieved his clothes from the floor. He chuckled as he began to button his shirt. He was missing a few buttons. Kate was in a hurry to divest him of his shirt. He was going to tease her.

Kate came out of the bathroom as the Captain requested everyone strap in for landing. They headed back to their seats and buckled up.

Kate noticed Castles shirt was gaping open. She remembered hearing buttons pop as she removed it. "I ruined your shirt."

She looked worried he didn't have the heart to tease her. "I've got plenty of shirts, only one you."

Kate smiled. "Where are we going Rick?"

"A friend of mine owns a villa, on the beach."

Kate raised her eyebrow

"It's not mine, it belongs to Patterson. He's letting us stay. Rather I won a stay from him in a poker game."

"Have you been here before?" She was really wondering if he'd brought anyone else here.

"No, first time." Rick picked up her hand and held it.

The plane prepared for the landing.

They were eager to be alone. They had unfinished business to attend to.