I'd like to start by saying cliches exist because they work. Would it be great if you couldn't guess the way that plot point will play out? Sure, but the creative ways of doing it may not work in the context of the show. And honestly, Castle isnt a super original show. What makes it work is the cast and the endearing moments they have as well as interesting mysteries. Because let us not forget, this show is at it's heart as much a mystery program as any Angela Landsberry ever did.

Speaking of mysteries, how about that case? One of the things I love best about the show is the randomness of the cases. It makes the show really more of a mystery show than a cop show. I really enjoy humorous mysteries, I read quite a few and enjoy this as such.

I think a lot of the cleverness that you seem to be missing in the relationship of Castle and Beckett gets put in to the story lines, which is where it should be. I think that Castle and Beckett are great characters, but I dont watch it because I want them to date. I like watching them work.

And how cool would that Spyventures thing be? if it were real and I could afford it, that would be a vacation I would jump to take.

But back to your points:



Sometimes people with family money become cops. True Story.




I just want to point out the chemistry thing is an acting point, not a plot point. And also, Demming knows that Castle cares for Beckett. I think his frustration and hurt are for loosing her to him. They were having fun and clearly moving the relationship to a new level with the romantic weekend away.



Also, until that point, Castle hadn't told Beckett he'd changed his mind about being gone forevers. She's worried he won't be back and he's leaving thinking that when he comes back in teh fall she'll be firmly invested in Demming and that he's missed his chance. Castle isn't over her when he leaves, he's stepped aside to give her the chance to be happy. There's sadness and regret in that last line. For both of them.