They will get back to talking on the phone at some point. He will have to complete his tour and she will have to go back to work. I couldn't help myself.

Thank you for reading.

The plane touched down without incident, Kate and Rick wouldn't have noticed if it bounced multiple times and skidded off the runway. Their eyes locked on one another, relishing the current status of their newly committed relationship status, their bodies abuzz with the natural high from their earlier lovemaking... The Captains voice barely registering in the background, welcoming them to the Bahamas.

Castle kissed Kate and thanked her once again for joining him. His heart was pounding as he silently rejoiced having her beside him for the week-end. The couple unlocked their lips from one another as the captain stepped from the cockpit and announced they could deplane.

"Oh my God! Castle, I didn't bring my passport."

"The Chief Councilor is a fan; he's granted you "temporary citizenship" so you won't need it."

A stunned Kate stood still; he really did know a guy.

"We have people rooting for us worldwide. You should see the letters Kate. People from around the world love our story."

"Don't you mean the Rook and Nikki Story?"

"No I mean us. When I write their story I am writing you and me, I leave out the parts that only belong to us. I keep those in here." Rick placed her hand on his heart." I will never share those."

When they stepped off the plane a line of people waited behind a gate. They were waving excitedly. She couldn't see their faces with the glare from the airport lights.

Rick led Kate over to the group; she realized they were waiting for him. As they walked closer she noticed a small group stood waving and whispering back and forth.

Castle shook the Gentleman's hand and she heard his thank you for granting the citizenship. She learned his name was Edward Mosley.

He nodded and patted him on the back and declared his pleasure at helping a friend. He introduced Kate and Rick to his family. They met his wife, children, mother-in-law, and his visiting cousin from another island. They were all here despite the late hour. Kate admired the gracious nature Rick possessed. He was genuinely pleased to meet this group of people. His smile was real. He thanked Edward for his assistance. He posed for pictures with the family. Edward waved to Kate; he wanted her to be in the pictures. She declined at first, until she saw the disappointed look and he placed his palms together and requested once more. She accepted.

Edward escorted the couple to the SUV, and they headed off to Patterson's' villa. Castle explained on the way. I only won a stay at the guest house. The main house is staffed. We will be on out own.

Kate squeezed his arm. "I'd rather be alone with you."

When they arrived at the guest house Kate was in shock it was huge. She'd grown up in NY, space this size in the city cost a fortune... A butler was waiting. He handed Castle a note.

So Ricky, do you like the little house that Cross built? (Alex Cross was the main character in a series of Patterson's novels) I know you only won the guest house stay, please make your self at home in the main house. The staff will take care of you and your guest

P.S. I fully intend on winning a Hampton's house visit from you at our next game.

Your muse's favorite writer

James Patterson

Castle read the note and turned to Kate, Patterson said we are welcome to stay in the main house.

Kate looked around" I kinda' like this one." Rick announced to the butler they would be staying in the guest house after all. Rick didn't care if they slept in a tent. He let Kate decide, he only cared that she was with him. The butler nodded and disappeared. Castle handed Kate the note to read for herself. She laughed and told him not to worry she was a one writer girl. Castle stood frozen until she clarified." I'm your one writer girl Rick." His face relaxed. She rolled her eyes she'd never fully understand the competitive nature among writers.

I'll get our bags. Castle turned to retrieve their luggage; the bags were being carried in and placed in the master suite. The butler appeared and asks if they would like them to unpack. Kate shook her head. No thank you we can manage.

He handed Castle a remote." When you are ready for breakfast in the morning push the button. If you need anything in the mean time push the button and state your request... How do you take you coffee?"

"… Um cream two sugars Castle pointed to himself and then pointed at Kate. Two pumps sugar-free vanilla creamer."

"Very well. The guest house kitchen is stocked, with drinks and snacks. Your meals will be prepared by the staff. A menu will be provided each morning." He bowed and left.

The couple met in the middle of the room and kissed. Things heated quickly. Castle pulled back and grabbed Kate's hand." Let's take a tour." They looked at the master suite a four-poster bed king size bed was the main feature Castle led Kate over they jumped onto the bed and did a couple of test bounces. Kate giggled, Rick grabbed her hand and dragged her off to explore; they narrowly missed colliding with. The loveseat centered at the foot of the bed. They made their way back into where they began, Kate turned them in the direction of French doors, and they opened to a private pool and Hot tub. Castle began shucking his clothes. Kate raised her eyebrow.

" Oh come on Kate, we have to check it out". She smiled and started stripping. Her writer growled as she shimmied out of her panties. Kate strutted over to enter the pool. She thought her writer needed to cool off. It was an enclosed area, so clothing was optional it was private. Kate slipped into the water she was about to comment on the warmth, when Castle did a cannon-ball. Water splashed everywhere... She shook her head of course he wouldn't enter the pool in a normal fashion. He swam gracefully to her and oh, new sensations the water and now castles skin pressed against hers. Her lips met his nipping caressing she opened to allow access to his tongue. The man possessed talents with that tongue. She moaned. He took her moaning as permission to plunder on. His kisses left her weak. It was a good thing they were floating around in a pool. She felt her whole body heat up with desire. She swore he could get her off on his kisses alone. Castle broke free from the kiss and waggled his eyebrows. Kate rolled hers and started laughing. He loved hearing her laugh. He would spend the rest of his life making sure she experienced moments just like this, so she could laugh.

"Hot tub!" Castle grabbed her hand, and led her to the pools steps.

"Don't even think about a cannon ball"

"Promise. Scouts honor"

"You were never a scout Rick"

"Well I can still adhere to the code. Oooh I know Parlay, Pirate code."

"You don't have a ship, matey"

"Technically, not yet I could buy one if you wanted to sail the seven seas with me." They slipped into the tub.

"I think you have your hands full right now Captain, besides you need to stay stateside so you can build your crew."

Kate hit the button and the jets sprang to life.

Castle leaned into one of the jets and closed his eyes. His blue orbs opened opened wide, and he turned to Kate.

"Kate! You want to have kids with me?"

Kate's hazel eyes moistened and she nodded. "Do you want to have another child?"

Castle pulled her over in his lap, He turned her head gently and kissed her softly he released her lips. "I would, if we had a child together, but only if you marry me and we raise the child or children together. I...I wanted Alexis to have two parents. I know she missed out not having a mother around."

"Castle I think Alexis is very lucky to have you. The love you gave her is worth more than just having two parents. I've seen kids that had both in the home, but they never had what you gave Alexis. You were there for her every day. You were involved in her life." Castle still looked like she was just saying the words to him." Castle" she said softly "One of the reasons I fell in love with you was your relationship with Alexis. You're a great father. I want you to be the father of our child."

"So, you will marry me?"

"Well technically you haven't asked."

"Oh, Kate I'm asking, I'm definitely asking."

"Not today okay, I want you to think about it and then ask me again, soon?"

Castle leaned in and sealed the deal with a kiss.

"I think we need to…." Castle didn't finish his thought

"Yea it's too hot in here" Kate stood her skin was pink. She wasn't sure how much was hot tub, and how much came from her desire.

Rick climbed out of the tub; he spied towels folded on a table. He Helped Kate out and wrapped her in a towel. He grabbed one for himself. They headed into the kitchen. He opened the fridge and pulled a bottle of champagne. And two chilled glasses. It was the good stuff. He'd forgotten this part of the bet.

He popped the cork and poured

….to the past, for giving us a future, to the future, for giving us the present.. Rick touched his glass to hers.

Kate smiled cheers. They continued their tour.

They went in to the master bath. The shower would accommodate six people. Nozzles sprouted from every direction. With a rain shower head above. A jetted tub was in the middle of the bathroom. Castle opened a door and found the toilet secluded in another room.

Castle loved seeing Kate look so relaxed. She was beautiful, tonight her beauty radiated. He felt he was the luckiest man on the planet. It had nothing to do with poker.

Kate hand was clasp in Rick's larger one. She looked up. "Let's get in bed."

Rick squeezed her hand. The covers were already turned down for them. She sat her glass down Rick came up behind her he removed her towel. She could feel him. He'd removed his towel as well. His lips were at her neck, she felt his warm tongue flicking over her tender skin. She shivered.

"Cold?"

"No."

She felt him smile against her skin; he slid he hands over her exposed flesh. Everywhere he touched; her skin tingled from the sensation. She turned around and saw the desire in his eyes. She whispered I love you with what little breath she still had. He placed her on the bed, he held himself over her "I love you Kate." He made love to her. Her body spent. She'd never experienced anything close to the heights he took her, but she'd never loved anyone the way she did him. He was speaking she had to focus her brain was foggy, she felt him tug. "Come on love lets wash up, we will sleep better." Kate followed him; she would gladly go where ever he was.

"Its time to check out that massive shower." Rick turned on the rain head. He adjusted the water, when the temperature was hot enough for Kate he turned and opened the door for her to enter. Kate was holding her body wash, shampoo and conditioner. She entered the shower and began to wash. Castle retrieved his items from his bag. He joined her.

She handed him her bath sponge, he washed her back, and she felt his hand co-mingle with the sponge. He couldn't stop touching. She wasn't about to stop him. Rick knew it had been a long and event filled day she had to be exhausted. They didn't linger in the shower.

Kate stepped out first. She wrapped her hair in a towel and began to dry off. She was watching him; she enjoyed seeing him out of those bulky jackets he wore. She laughed when she saw him shake like a canine to remove the excess water. He stepped out of the shower and stood beside her to dry off. Kate grabbed her hair dryer. The plugs insert held a converter for American products. She began to dry her hair. She felt his large hand, she handed him the blow dryer. He used his hands to separate the wet tendrils; he massaged her scalp as he dried her hair. When the dryer shut off she was a little sad. She took out her lotion, the cherry scented one, she knew he liked it.

Castle removed himself from the bathroom he knew if he stayed and watched her smooth lotion over that body, they would need another shower. The only thing that held him back, he knew she needed to rest. He quickly brushed his teeth and headed to bed. He would use the other bathroom by the kitchen to relieve his bladder.

Castle propped himself up in bed, he waited.

Kate removed a t-shirt out of his bag and a pair of his boxers and slipped them on. She came out of the bathroom with her tongue slipped between her teeth, she was a little nervous, as she climbed into bed.

"Nice outfit" He was smiling. He loved that she was wearing his clothes.

"I like yours too." She could tell he wasn't mad.

Castle lifted the covers, his eyebrow raised puzzled. "I'm not wearing anything"

"Exactly"

Exhausted. They fell asleep.