They had to get out of New York. He made a promise to Jim that he would always keep Kate safe so he wouldn't lose his wife and daughter. And with the wedding just two weeks away, he had to protect his bride. So they had to leave; had to get out and do it fast.
"Mom, mom." Kate was just barely conscious as he lowered her into the passenger seat of the car, drunk and cut up from being hit in the head. He made sure she was secure before flying into the driver seat and getting out while he still could.
They were close to the Canadian border when he stopped at a small motel, picking up shampoo, conditioner, and Advil at a convenient store near by. Castle carried her into the room and placed her on the bed gently. He took one of the wash cloths from the bathroom, wet it, and dabbed it on her forehead.
She finally stirred and woke up. "Head hurts." She rubbed her forehead and turned to look at Castle who was hovering over her.
"Do you feel okay?"
"I've been better." She closed her eyes again.
"Do you want some Advil?"
"Please." She propped herself up on her elbow and waited for Castle to bring her two pills and a glass of water.
After she swallowed the two, Castle checked her head.
"How much blood is there?" SH asked, still laying on the bed.
"A lot, but you got most of it o the motel wall." He wiped his hands clean after examining her cut.
"Where are we?"
"Near the border. Somewhere in Vermont." He rubbed her back as he spoke, trying to make her comfortable.
"My necklace, Castle." It was almost a whine when she spoke the words.
But he cut her off before she could finish her sentence. "It's okay, I have it right here."
She at up, letting him re-clasp it around her neck. She kissed his cheek. "Thanks."
He smiled at her before speaking again. "I have some shampoo and conditioner. Let's wash your hair and get the blood out."
"Okay." She let him help her to the bathroom, still woozy from getting hit.
He massaged her head gently, making sure to get out any last trace of wine and blood that was stuck in her roots. When he was done, he towel dried her hair and brushed it.
While he did this, she spoke. "We need a plan, Castle. We can't stay here forever."
"But I can't lose you."
"Castle, you have more to lose than me. You have a mother and a daughter who care about you. You have a family." She turned to look at him then, putting her hands around his neck.
"Yes, but I have a fiance also. For better or for worse."
"We don't need to hide, we just need a game plan."
"And we'll get one." He laid her down, doing the same beside her. "But for now, you need to rest. We can figure it out in a little bit." He kissed her before pulling her to him. Soon, her breathing evened out, and he began thinking of their next move.