the belly of the beast,one shot
"Castle."
"Kate."
They spoke each other's names at the same time, hugging one another tightly. Neither of them had hugged anyone tighter, or been more relieved to see someone in their entire lives.
Castle turned his head to kiss her temple, more than thankful that she was okay.
Beckett ran her hands through the hair on the nape of his neck, then down his back. She never wanted to see this end, never wanted to have her future with his in question even just once more.
They broke from their embrace, foreheads touching, and noses rubbing together. She traced his jawline, wiping a stray tear off his cheek.
He reached down and grabbed her hand, placing it on his own cheek for reassurance that she was back. He never wanted to feel so helpless ever again. Never wanted to question what would happen. Never wanted to think that he may lose her. "I'm so glad you're okay."
"Yeah, me too." She tried to smile, lighten the mood, but tears were streaming down her face as well. Sweet relief that she was finally safe and back in her fiances arms.