Rory dreams she is in Camelot a handmaiden at the round table friend of Guinevere and pursued relentlessly by Lancelot, she is championed by and weds Tristan – In her waking world she is pursued by Logan after the bridesmaid debacle and surprised when Tristan appears to save the day. Was her dream prophetic? Who will she choose? (AU)

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A/N: I will be updating with less frequency, I just started a new job and this story wasn't quite where I wanted it to be, but I will post each chapter as it is ready. Tell me, should it be Tristan or Logan, I am kind of undecided as of my most recent completed chapter 8 I think, it could go either way. Again, I really appreciate feedback, reviews, PM's, follows and favorites - you all ROCK! Also don't forget to look at my older stories, review them too maybe it'll inspire a sequel.

Chapter 2 – Old Acquaintances

"So does anyone want to go to the pub?" Rory suddenly burst out wanting to alleviate the tension that had arisen. " I feel the need for a burger and booze, who is with me?!"

Tristan laughed, "My guess is that is the Huntzberger influence making my Mary a Magdalene, sure lets go to the pub."

Paris and Doyle declined and soon Rory had changed into 'pub clothes' skinny jeans, a sparkly tank and a sweater, her cell and cards fit into a small clutch. 'Dammit she is society' Tristan thought as they exited her building, the sun was beginning to set and they waved for a cab, he opened the door and slid in behind her, she rattled the address to the driver.

"You go to the pub often I take it?" He led, "not that it's a problem, I will probably be there often myself if it is the place to be. You know me I like to be in with the in crowd." He made light of the moment.

Rory took a breath, "I am ready to tell you stuff, but just listen please it'll be hard enough to get through it, I slept with Dean, he was married, I was a virgin" she said quietly, but he heard,'"I was in a casual relationship with Logan until I couldn't and then we were exclusive, then we got in a fight, I thought we were on a break, he thought we were broken up and he slept with many bridesmaids, we made up and the at his sister's wedding, I found out about the bridesmaids from said maids. I moved out of his apartment and back in with Paris and Doyle. I guess I am more Magdalene than you thought." She hung her head, "I will introduce you to our friends and they are all LDB so you will fit right in, just don't hit on Steph, she is kinda with Colin and they have enough issues, Finn is never as drunk as you think and Colin is rigid but I love him, so give him a chance. You will probably find it easy to get a line going, Logan had one, probably still does, it's what is expected you were the King of Chilton, you will still have status here." She took a breath.

"Ah my dear sweet Mary, this world has hurt you much, I don't want to hurt you, I want to be your friend, let me do that, I have big shoulders, use them to cry, it is really okay. I learned a lot while I was away, and one thing I learned really well, is how to be a friend." He wrapped his arm around her shoulder and she leaned into him as they arrived at the pub, she let him pay and he smiled, "Thank you for not arguing or trying to pay, it is my pleasure to pay for you your safety and comfort." Then he escorted her in to the pub.

Logan observed as Rory entered with a tall blonde man holding her, he was vaguely familiar, oh shit Dugrey, Paris was always comparing the two, that she was here, with him, was disconcerting. He remembered tales of Dugrey matching his until he disappeared, military school, the guy was sent to military school, shit, now he was with Rory, he had to put a quick stop to this.

"Hey Ace, I didn't know you knew Dugrey, good to see you buddy, how was the Army?" Logan was genuine and not at all mocking.

"Not as good as sinking a ship in Fiji and winning the affections of this girl here, but I did well." Tristan barbed and Logan looked at him.

"Ah Ace, I was hoping you still cared." He winked at her, and noted her cringe. She had never cringed at his flirtation before, she must be well and truly pissed.

Tristan looked at the pair and decided to escort Mary to the table where she sat by Steph and he took the other side, Logan took the hint and took the seat to the left of Colin and right of Finn. Rory was happy they all knew and welcomed him but wary of the glances between Tristan and Logan, it seemed they were conversing about her without speaking, Logan staking claim and Tristan playing protector. Steph excused them to the ladies, Tristan stood as they left the table and Logan rolled his eyes.

"Looks like Dugrey was in the south too long, no need to stand when a lady raises or returns anymore that is an out dated custom." Logan threw a barb.

"Well, I learned a few other things like not to cheat on the girl who loves you." Tristan threw back.

Logan leaned towards him, "I didn't cheat, we were broken up."

"Keep telling yourself that, but that girl, she feels cheated on." Tristan said in a low voice, while indicating Rory as she and Steph walked away.

Stephanie had linked arms with Rory as they walked to the ladies room, "So dish, how do you know Dugrey, I know him sense diapers, but you weren't a part of the mix, how did you meet the infamous soldier boy?"

"We went to Chilton together for a while, he teased me constantly. He was always asking me out and calling me Mary..." Rory had to move her head as Steph let out a squeal.

"O-M-G, you are MARY, I can't believe it, he pined for you, he would never tell anyone your real name just that you hated him so much you must have done the Snoopy dance when he left for military school." Stephanie was giddy with the news.

They moved up the line and Rory felt the sudden urge to cry, "Steph, why is this happening, am I a bad person, I mean Logan cheated, Tristan claims he pined for me and for the record, I never hated him, he just made me feel like I was beneath him. You know he and I kissed once, but I ran away crying, it wasn't the kiss, it was that I had just broken up with Dean the day before and I felt like it was too soon to move on, like I was cheating. Ironic right, I wound up cheating with him before our last break up."

The girls took their turns at the stalls and met back by the sinks, washed hands, touched up lipstick and Rory put drops in her eyes.

"He really hurt you bad with the bridesmaids didn't he? He didn't mean too, he really thought you were over, he moped and was crushed, those girls just took advantage of his sadness. I think he really loves you and if you give him a chance I believe he can show you his sincerity." Steph said this while rubbing Rory's back.

"I know, but it still hurts and I also know to go easy on the drops, but I just don't want him to see my red and teary eyes." Rory leaned on her friend. "Let's get back, we have to make sure they don't leave Finn behind."

The girls giggled, linked arms and returned to the table, Finn was regaling with tales from down under, that meant things had heated up while they were away, Finn only went to wacky Aussie mode to prevent a fight.

"Hey boys, miss us, you are so lucky you don't always need to sit to get your business done." Steph giggled as she and Rory took their seats, Tristan had stood behind them and helped them with their chairs.

Rory looked at Tristan, "Thank you, that was helpful."

Logan glared and Tristan just smirked, "Anytime, Mary, anytime."

Logan paled at the moniker, he knew about Mary, everyone at the table knew about Mary and Tristan's utter devotion to her, his Ace was Dugrey's Mary. Damn he was in for a fight, after the bridesmaid's though he may be doomed.