The kiss was hot and demanding, and she didn't even care that she could practically taste the alcohol on his breath. However she gently pulled away when his hands came up to her hips and brought her even closer to him. She rested her forehead against his and saw the wonder in his eyes.
"Come on," she whispered to him even though they were the only ones in the room and placed a softer more heartfelt kiss on his lips. "Let's get you home."
She grabbed his hand and led him up the stairs, ready to do just that.
…..
Castle didn't let go of her hand in car, in the elevator, or even when they reached the front door of the loft. He opened the door and stumbled in, tugging her in after. He led her to his room and closed the door after them, and turned around to face her and gave her a mischievous smile. But when he came close enough to her to give her a kiss she just put a hand over his lips.
Shaking her head slightly, she looked into his eyes. "We can't, not like this. You're still drunk Rick."
Beckett led him over to the closet and helped him out of his now crinkled shirt and pants, getting him into some pajamas. When he sat on the side of the bed she leaned over him and gave him a soft smile. "I'll be back her another time, I promise," she said giving him a small kiss. "I love you."
When she turned to walk out the door, she heard him call, "Wait! Please don't leave."
Looking back at him, Beckett could still see the worry on his face. How could he still be worried? She loved him, she would always come back. She walked over to the other side of his big bed and took her slid her shoes off her feet. Scooting over to lay next to him, she rested her head on his shoulder and hand over his heart.
"Kate, I need to .." Castle had started to speak but she had put a finger over his lips.
"Shh … just go to sleep now." She whispered and started to drift off herself.
Right before sleep fell over her she heard him say "I love you, too." A smile bloomed across her face as she fell into the most peaceful slumber she'd had in weeks.
Okay so this is the end. I know it's really short, but I like where I ended it. In case anyone didn't catch on, the reason he was still worried in the end here is because he is still the one with a secret, and she doesn't know about it yet. I didn't want to go into it in this story, but I'm thinking about writing a follow up for it. If that's something anyone would be interested let me know. How'd you like it?