This time I was the one to pull away. I looked at Luke, finally understanding. When Max kissed me, the was no magic. Why hadn't I noticed that anytime Luke's arm brushed against mine I got a tingly feeling?
Without saying a word, I stood up and pulled him across the room to the door.
"Where are we going?" he asked.
"For a walk. I don't want to go alone." I didn't hesitate to answer. He was silent as he followed me downstairs and outside. We paused so he could lock the door, and then we walked to the park. It was still raining out when we came across a bench and sat down. I turned to him, and I'm sure he saw the sparkle in my eye. I said simply,
"I know." He looked at me questioningly and I smiled. "I know what Max meant. I understand and I'm going to act." At the mention of Max, Luke's face fell.
"You do? So you're getting back together?" I shook my head.
"No, no. That's over. I've made my decision and I'm positive it was right." I paused for effect. "I've found someone else."
"What?" he exclaimed.
"Yup. Someone else. Better in every way! He's sweet and caring and can match my big mouth word for word." I smiled again.
"And do I know this person?" he asked.
"You know almost everyone in Stars Hollow silly! How many extremely opinionated people do you know? Everyone loves him..."
"Really." His voice was flat.
"I give you one guess before I'll tell you." I teased.
"If it's Taylor...." he warned.
"No!!" I replied happily. "Here's another hint. He makes the best damn Santa burgers and coffee in town."
"Lorelai...."
"I told you I understood what Max said. He said I was blind to the obvious, and I'm not anymore. I love you." I said casually.
"It's... too soon after Max Lor...."
"Well I know that, but it's something you deserved to know. Use it to your advantage sometime." I winked and stood up. Leaning over I brushed my lips against his. I didn't notice his arm around me, pulling me back to the bench until I was there. Our kiss deepened, becoming more passionate. My arm snaked behind his head and brought him closer. We sat there for a moment before I felt a light tapping on my shoulder. Yanking myself away, I looked up to see who had found us out. Who else but Rory and Lane with bright eyes and huge smiles.
"Finally... Mom, the town was starting to lose faith in you two!" She stooped and gave us each a quick hug before grabbing Lane's hand and pulling her down the path again.
"Uh oh..." I sighed.
"Huh?"
"The whole town'll be up here in a short amount of time... You should know that by now! Let's get away while we can!" I laughed.