CHAPTER TWELVE
After the proposal, Luke and Lorelai sat by the fire and shared their hopes and dreams for their future. And soon, Lorelai led Luke up to her room. Luke slowly undressed her, taking in all of her beauty. He quickly disrobed himself, and joined her in the bed. They explored every inch of each other, kissing and touching. Letting the passion build, enjoying the moment. But at the last moment, they pulled away, deciding to save the ultimate act for their wedding night. So they fell asleep, unfulfilled but content in each other's arms. Lorelai awoke early to find herself alone in the bed. She could hear the shower running and decided to join him. Luke mildly protested, mumbling something about 'slow torture' but Lorelai told him it was just a time saver. What followed was a soapy, slippery encounter-the longest shower either could ever remember. As they were drying each other, they decided a long engagement was out of the question.
They went downstairs to find Rory starting the first pot of coffee of the day. She gave them a knowing smile and teased them about their smiling faces and hoped they have left her a little hot water. Luke remarked something about there should be plenty-Rory understanding that remark smirked at Lorelai. Lorelai winked back, "Just trying to be a good influence." As Luke made breakfast, they set about picking a wedding date, the sooner the better. A February date was chosen, close to Valentine's Day, and just seven weeks away.
They opened their gifts and everyone was surprised and pleased. Luke had done a wonderful job picking things the girls would enjoy. And he got a new toolbox that the girls quickly named Bert Jr. They enjoyed their first Christmas morning as a family.
Christmas dinner was at the elder Gilmores. During the drive, Luke told Lorelai about his earlier trip to Hartford. She was surprised and touched and almost looked forward to getting there. Richard and Emily welcomed them and admired her ring, surprised at the news the wedding would be so soon. They were truly happy for the three of them. After dinner, they opened more gifts, loving all of them. Luke touched that he has been so warmly included. Richard poured champagne, and proposed a toast to a long and happy married life, a prosperous New Year for all, and maybe another grandchild or two. Luke and Lorelai thanked him and said they would see what they could do, slyly grinning at each other.
Sookie and Lorelai opened the inn a few days later. Business was slow at first but soon word was out about a quaint new inn run by two quirky, fun women-great food and a wonderful warm atmosphere---and they were soon successful beyond their wildest dreams.
They closed the inn for the wedding weekend. The rehearsal dinner was a casual, fun affair. People sharing all their Luke/Lorelai stories and laughing about how long they had waited for this day.
The wedding day dawned cloudy and promising snow. Lorelai was ecstatic- and Luke was not surprised. Of course it would snow on Lorelai's wedding day.
By the time of the ceremony, the inn was aglow with candlelight and over flowing with burgundy flowers. Luke and Jackson dressed in black tuxedoes and Rory and Sookie in rich burgundy. Outside the snow had finally started to fall.
Rory walked down the aisle and winked at Luke as she took her place. Sookie followed, giggling a little and giving Luke a thumbs-up, discretely under her bouquet. Lorelai made her entrance on her father's arm, looking lovely and taking Luke's breath away. She walked toward him smiling and when she took his hand she whispered 'last chance to escape', he replied 'not a chance'. And so they were finally married, among tears of joy and before a whole town of well-wishers.
The reception was casual and laid back, just they way they had planned, lots of good food, music and dancing. The cake was a seven-layer Sookie creation, and on the top were a bride and groom---the groom in flannel and the bride in jeans. Just the kind of party you would expect that Luke and Lorelai would give.
Luke and Lorelai had a wonderful time, dancing and eating and accepting good wishes from all their friends. And before they knew it, they were saying good night to the last of their guests. They took one last look around, turned out the lights and headed upstairs to their room.
Luke gently helped her out of her dress, telling her how her beauty had taken his breath away. She told him he had made a very handsome groom. While he poured more champagne, she slipped away and returned in a slinky white negligee. He admired it but told her it was a waste of time. She laughed and told him it was a special gift from Rory. She was watching the falling snow when he came behind her and put his arms around her. They were remembering all the other special moments that had involved snow. Luke finally took her in his arms, kissing her with new intensity. He led her to the bed, dropping the straps and slowly letting her nightgown slip to the floor. He remembered another time when it had been a flannel shirt. But that had been a dream. This was real and she was now his wife, not an illusion but real and looking at him in anticipation. They took it slow, prolonging the pleasure long into the night. And when he finally took her, it was all that they had dreamed it would be, and more. They had been good friends for many years, a loving engaged couple and now they were passionate lovers.
The next morning, Luke pulled a reluctant Lorelai out of bed and into the shower. She objected until he gently shampooed her hair and washed her body with his knowing hands. She happily returned the favor. Unable to resist her now, he entered her. They both enjoyed the sensation of their soapy bodies and the steamy shower spray. So much so, that they repeated the act again.
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It was there first Christmas Eve, as a married couple. Luke had closed the diner early and gone home to 'his girls'. Again finding them in the kitchen, again knee deep in flour and sugar and icing. He smiled and gave Lorelei a kiss. The last year had been an adjustment but there had been lots of fun and surprises along the way. Rory was thriving at Yale and she had a new boy friend that they all liked. The inn was keeping Lorelei and Skokie busy and happy, and even making money. It was going to be a good Christmas, although Lorelei was bummed because there was no snow in sight. Luke was adjusting to her ups and downs. She kept him on his toes but he couldn't imagine life any other way. Wondered how he had gone so long without her.
Again, they went to Sookie and Jackson's for dinner. They watched their Godchild toddling around, trying to touch everything on the tree, and fascinated by all the brightly colored boxes underneath. When they opened the door to leave, the sky looked threatening. Lorelai said she could feel it in the air---snow was on the way. She made up silly snow songs all the way home.
At home, Rory went to her room to call her boyfriend, and Luke started a fire, so much like last Christmas but different in many ways. Lorelai was staring out the window watching for snow. Luke joined her, putting his arms around her. He let his hands slide down to her round stomach, feeling a strong kick. He loved her broadening figure, growing bigger by the day--- visible proof of their commitment. And thinking next year they would have two new lives to introduce to this Gilmore/Danes Christmas tradition. Thinking also of that morning when Lorelei had said, "I might just be the answer to all your prayers'. And he knew she was right.
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Stay tuned for the Lost Chapter-a special evening for Luke and Lorelai.
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Hope you enjoyed. Had to leave the sex to your imagination-I know you have one!! Spoilers are starting to come in for Season Four. Think it's going to be an unexpected wild ride. Thanks for your reviews. They made my day!!
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Just for the record. I really think when Luke and Lorelai finally come together, it will be kind of like an explosion---hot and sweaty---no waiting for the right time! This just made for a better story!
After the proposal, Luke and Lorelai sat by the fire and shared their hopes and dreams for their future. And soon, Lorelai led Luke up to her room. Luke slowly undressed her, taking in all of her beauty. He quickly disrobed himself, and joined her in the bed. They explored every inch of each other, kissing and touching. Letting the passion build, enjoying the moment. But at the last moment, they pulled away, deciding to save the ultimate act for their wedding night. So they fell asleep, unfulfilled but content in each other's arms. Lorelai awoke early to find herself alone in the bed. She could hear the shower running and decided to join him. Luke mildly protested, mumbling something about 'slow torture' but Lorelai told him it was just a time saver. What followed was a soapy, slippery encounter-the longest shower either could ever remember. As they were drying each other, they decided a long engagement was out of the question.
They went downstairs to find Rory starting the first pot of coffee of the day. She gave them a knowing smile and teased them about their smiling faces and hoped they have left her a little hot water. Luke remarked something about there should be plenty-Rory understanding that remark smirked at Lorelai. Lorelai winked back, "Just trying to be a good influence." As Luke made breakfast, they set about picking a wedding date, the sooner the better. A February date was chosen, close to Valentine's Day, and just seven weeks away.
They opened their gifts and everyone was surprised and pleased. Luke had done a wonderful job picking things the girls would enjoy. And he got a new toolbox that the girls quickly named Bert Jr. They enjoyed their first Christmas morning as a family.
Christmas dinner was at the elder Gilmores. During the drive, Luke told Lorelai about his earlier trip to Hartford. She was surprised and touched and almost looked forward to getting there. Richard and Emily welcomed them and admired her ring, surprised at the news the wedding would be so soon. They were truly happy for the three of them. After dinner, they opened more gifts, loving all of them. Luke touched that he has been so warmly included. Richard poured champagne, and proposed a toast to a long and happy married life, a prosperous New Year for all, and maybe another grandchild or two. Luke and Lorelai thanked him and said they would see what they could do, slyly grinning at each other.
Sookie and Lorelai opened the inn a few days later. Business was slow at first but soon word was out about a quaint new inn run by two quirky, fun women-great food and a wonderful warm atmosphere---and they were soon successful beyond their wildest dreams.
They closed the inn for the wedding weekend. The rehearsal dinner was a casual, fun affair. People sharing all their Luke/Lorelai stories and laughing about how long they had waited for this day.
The wedding day dawned cloudy and promising snow. Lorelai was ecstatic- and Luke was not surprised. Of course it would snow on Lorelai's wedding day.
By the time of the ceremony, the inn was aglow with candlelight and over flowing with burgundy flowers. Luke and Jackson dressed in black tuxedoes and Rory and Sookie in rich burgundy. Outside the snow had finally started to fall.
Rory walked down the aisle and winked at Luke as she took her place. Sookie followed, giggling a little and giving Luke a thumbs-up, discretely under her bouquet. Lorelai made her entrance on her father's arm, looking lovely and taking Luke's breath away. She walked toward him smiling and when she took his hand she whispered 'last chance to escape', he replied 'not a chance'. And so they were finally married, among tears of joy and before a whole town of well-wishers.
The reception was casual and laid back, just they way they had planned, lots of good food, music and dancing. The cake was a seven-layer Sookie creation, and on the top were a bride and groom---the groom in flannel and the bride in jeans. Just the kind of party you would expect that Luke and Lorelai would give.
Luke and Lorelai had a wonderful time, dancing and eating and accepting good wishes from all their friends. And before they knew it, they were saying good night to the last of their guests. They took one last look around, turned out the lights and headed upstairs to their room.
Luke gently helped her out of her dress, telling her how her beauty had taken his breath away. She told him he had made a very handsome groom. While he poured more champagne, she slipped away and returned in a slinky white negligee. He admired it but told her it was a waste of time. She laughed and told him it was a special gift from Rory. She was watching the falling snow when he came behind her and put his arms around her. They were remembering all the other special moments that had involved snow. Luke finally took her in his arms, kissing her with new intensity. He led her to the bed, dropping the straps and slowly letting her nightgown slip to the floor. He remembered another time when it had been a flannel shirt. But that had been a dream. This was real and she was now his wife, not an illusion but real and looking at him in anticipation. They took it slow, prolonging the pleasure long into the night. And when he finally took her, it was all that they had dreamed it would be, and more. They had been good friends for many years, a loving engaged couple and now they were passionate lovers.
The next morning, Luke pulled a reluctant Lorelai out of bed and into the shower. She objected until he gently shampooed her hair and washed her body with his knowing hands. She happily returned the favor. Unable to resist her now, he entered her. They both enjoyed the sensation of their soapy bodies and the steamy shower spray. So much so, that they repeated the act again.
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
It was there first Christmas Eve, as a married couple. Luke had closed the diner early and gone home to 'his girls'. Again finding them in the kitchen, again knee deep in flour and sugar and icing. He smiled and gave Lorelei a kiss. The last year had been an adjustment but there had been lots of fun and surprises along the way. Rory was thriving at Yale and she had a new boy friend that they all liked. The inn was keeping Lorelei and Skokie busy and happy, and even making money. It was going to be a good Christmas, although Lorelei was bummed because there was no snow in sight. Luke was adjusting to her ups and downs. She kept him on his toes but he couldn't imagine life any other way. Wondered how he had gone so long without her.
Again, they went to Sookie and Jackson's for dinner. They watched their Godchild toddling around, trying to touch everything on the tree, and fascinated by all the brightly colored boxes underneath. When they opened the door to leave, the sky looked threatening. Lorelai said she could feel it in the air---snow was on the way. She made up silly snow songs all the way home.
At home, Rory went to her room to call her boyfriend, and Luke started a fire, so much like last Christmas but different in many ways. Lorelai was staring out the window watching for snow. Luke joined her, putting his arms around her. He let his hands slide down to her round stomach, feeling a strong kick. He loved her broadening figure, growing bigger by the day--- visible proof of their commitment. And thinking next year they would have two new lives to introduce to this Gilmore/Danes Christmas tradition. Thinking also of that morning when Lorelei had said, "I might just be the answer to all your prayers'. And he knew she was right.
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Stay tuned for the Lost Chapter-a special evening for Luke and Lorelai.
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Hope you enjoyed. Had to leave the sex to your imagination-I know you have one!! Spoilers are starting to come in for Season Four. Think it's going to be an unexpected wild ride. Thanks for your reviews. They made my day!!
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Just for the record. I really think when Luke and Lorelai finally come together, it will be kind of like an explosion---hot and sweaty---no waiting for the right time! This just made for a better story!
