Ep 12. A Rose For Everafter

In Castle season 2 episode 12, titled "A Rose For Everafter," Richard Castle and Detective Kate Beckett investigate a grisly murder at a wedding expo. The victim is a bride-to-be who has been brutally strangled with her own bridal veil. As they delve deeper into the case, they uncover a web of secrets and lies that go far beyond the bride and groom.

Castle becomes particularly intrigued when he learns that the victim's fiancee, a wealthy businessman, may have something to do with her death. He and Beckett soon discover that he was involved in a Ponzi scheme that claimed many victims, and that his bride-to-be may have found out about his illegal activities.

As they continue to investigate, Castle and Beckett encounter a slew of eccentric characters, including a wedding planner who is more concerned with preserving her own reputation than helping the police, and a flamboyant florist who knew the victim and seems to know more than he's letting on.

As they piece together the clues, Castle and Beckett also find themselves confronting their own feelings for each other. Beckett is still reeling from her boyfriend's betrayal in the previous episode, and Castle can't help but wonder if he's falling for her despite himself.

The investigation comes to a head when Castle and Beckett finally confront the killer in a dramatic showdown. The truth of what happened is shocking, and it will take all of Castle's and Beckett's wit and courage to bring the killer to justice.

Overall, "A Rose For Everafter" is a thrilling and suspenseful episode that showcases the chemistry between Castle and Beckett, as well as their formidable crime-solving skills. Fans of the show will not be disappointed by this gripping and emotional installment.