Chapter Eighteen: Schemers

Helena's POV

"That cup of tea must be exceptionally sweet this morning for you to smile like that."

Castle has no idea how pleased I feel. From the moment Nathan met Nicko to the moment he kissed Marianna... especially when he kissed Marianna, I was just over the moon! I should not have watched but hell! It was deep! Seeing the three of them together gave me the perfect idea. It convinced me that they should be a family. There's no room for Wayne.

"Well, when a good plan comes together, I can't help but celebrate."

"How did you get him here that fast?"

"You know I'm resourceful!"

"Clearly. What did you say to him though? Did you tell him you are on your death bed?"

I rolled my eyes. "Nathan is capable of sensing the urgency in my voice. I asked him to come home and he did. What is the big deal?"

"The big deal is that you're s