"Hey Rory." said Mitchum, standing up and dusting off his lap. He decides against saying how long he's been waiting. He actually was happy to see Rory first. "I tried to call Logan, but his phone must be off or something."
"Yeah, we were over at my mom's for some annual traditions and then he went into town. He had forgotten his phone at home, but he didn't think he would need it." said Rory, walking up to the front door and against her instincts, invited Mitchum to follow her inside. "I can give you a tour if you like while we wait. We just got the nursery set up recently." She hangs her jacket on the hook before leading Mitchum farther in.
"That would be great, thanks." said Mitchum, sitting his coat on a chair before following Rory around as she showed off each room. Mitchum gives nothing but praise to the decor and style, which makes Rory wonder if he's had a personality transplant, but likes that he seems different. Rory saves the nursery for last. "I must ask who bought these mobiles?" He walks over and pokes one.
"Colin and Finn." said Rory with a laugh, though not being able to help wondering why Mitchum was in Stars Hollow. "Actually they are in town too for Christmas."
"I should have guessed." said Mitchum, poking at one and laughing as well. "Anyways, I probably should get down to the real reason I'm here. I was wondering if there was any way we could all start over."
"What do you mean?" asked Rory, feeling shocked and assuming she hadn't heard Mitchum correctly. "I'm not sure what you mean." They are interrupted by the sound of the door downstairs. "Sounds like the boys are home."
"So I'm hoping you will forgive me when you hear what..." said Logan walking upstairs looking for Rory, cutting off his sentence as he spots his dad. "Dad, what are you doing here?"
"Hey Logan. Actually I was about to discuss that with Rory, but it is good that you are here too. I want to start over with you and Logan if possible. Be around and hopefully be a grandfather to the twins." said Mitchum, looking nervous. "I know we all have a past and I know I have done a lot and it won't be perfect..."
"Can I have a moment with Rory?" asked Logan, looking over at his wife.
"Sure. I'll go downstairs." said Mitchum, starting to walk away.
"How about you stay here? Colin and Finn are down there examining the gifts I got under the tree this morning." said Logan. "Rory and I can step in our room for a moment." Logan leads Rory to their room. "So I'm completely lost."
"Your dad was on our front steps when I got home, literally just sitting there." said Rory with a shrug. "I gave him a tour and well we got to talking a bit and here we are, everything all nice. You're all caught up."
"Interesting development." said Logan, shocked. "What he said in the nursery...I mean I really think you should decide. I know he's done some awful things to you..."
"And you as well. I mean if it's okay with you, maybe we should give him another shot?" said Rory, hoping she won't regret this. "He has been different since the divorce...well really since your grandfather died." She stifled a laugh that she definitely wouldn't be having this conversation if Shira was still with Mitchum. "Maybe he's just lonely, but he does seem like he's wanting to give it all a try."
"Then let's do it, but keep our eyes open." said Logan, wrapping an arm around Rory. "I'll go and make plans for him after Christmas."
"Actually, I was thinking he could stay for dinner." said Rory slowly. "Sounds like a big family - and friends - dinner might be the right start. I can call Mom and let her know what's going on, but I doubt anyone will care."
"Are you sure you are up for this so soon?" said Logan, giving Rory a squeeze.
"I'll be fine. You worry about me too much." said Rory, giving Logan a light shove. "You go see if he's up for dinner...and I totally heard what you said coming up the stairs and I want that story later."
"Of course, my love." said Logan doing an impression of Finn, bow and all, cracking them both up. "I'll go ask Dad and get downstairs before the boys get into trouble while you call your mom." He starts to leave and laughs. "Good thing we thought ahead and bought a large dining table."
"Oh hush Huntzberger." said Rory, throwing a throw pillow at the door Logan just left. She picks up her phone and dials, making an internal bet with herself how her mom will take the news.
