Beckett, Supervisor and others in “Hollander's Woods”

Beckett

[After being verbally attacked and thrown out of a what she thought was a performance review for Captain] You're wrong, sirǃ

Excuse me?

Beckett

I said "you're wrong". In every case you have referenced, I have not only successfully brought the killer to justice, but I did so with the utmost respect for the law and for the department I represent. And regarding my relationship with Mr. Castle, he has proven to be a brilliant partner, and he's always had my back. And as for his fictional representation of me, I'm proud to have been his inspiration. And I am proud to be his wife. You asked, how do I expect to lead? By continuing to fight for what's right, not for what's easy. My job is to protect the citizens of New York and I will do it by doing my job better than anyone else and getting results. I don't cross the line; I put myself on it. And if you have any other questions, then you can ask the families of the victims that I have served!

Detective Beckett, sit down. That was an impassionate and powerful response. In fact, that was exactly what we were hoping for.

This wasn't a performance review.

Beckett

Then why would you attack me like that?

We wanted to see if you can defend yourself. Kate, this was an audition.

Beckett

For what?

Your future! We were looking for someone like you, someone who is incorruptible, certifiable hero where the people can get behind. Kate, you're bigger than what you're doing now, you know it. It's why you went to D.C., it's why you took the captain's exam. You want a bigger station, we wanna give it to you. We think you have an amazing future.

Beckett

Doing what?

We'd like you to run for New York State Senate.

Beckett

[Gasping for air]