AN: (tip-toeing....) Damn! You noticed! I know I've disappeared off the
face of the earth for a while and I plead guilty, but I had exams. EXAMS,
HOW EXTRA MINT-ILY ANNOYING.
Which I practically failed....no no, no need for applause, I tried my hardest and I finally got there...no really.
I want to thank all my gorgeous reviewers and ESPECIALLY those regulars that never fail to review pretty much every chapter and I am giving you ALL a big virtual hug!
To Colleen - I'm terribly sorry if you got offended by my 'hired help' comment because really, I'm a fifteen year old who doesn't know what the hell she's rambling about.
To EVERYONE - I have been labeled a trory-story tease in the past (and they're still filing those law suits!) , and I decided that in this story, I will cut right down to the chase.
DISCLAIMER: I don't own anything. And while reading my story, if anything even sounds remotely like a celebrity, a magazine, a television.just remember, I don't own it.
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Rory grabbed onto Tristan's shirt and pulled, both of them tumbling onto the couch as he was busy kissing her neck and his arm was encircling her small waist.
Rory groaned, she ran her hands through his incredibly soft blond hair as his mouth found hers again and they both became lost in the heated embrace.
His hands trailed under her top, to trace small lazy circles on her back, Rory broke off the kiss quickly and began to nibble his ear seductively.
He moaned in desire.
God, this was killing him.
"R-Rory," Tristan murmured, still with his eyes closed, finding the weight of her on top of him delicious, "I think we should stop."
He could barely utter out the words as her mouth trailed down his neck at an agonizingly slow pace.
She just murmured into his neck.
He couldn't even believe he was trying to stop her. "Ror."
He jerked his head back slightly, she gazed at him with lazy half drooping eyes, and then she licked her lips.
At this, Tristan nearly whimpered.
He didn't know what had happened, they had taken the cab back to Madison Hotel, where he was about to say goodnight to her when she invited him up.
Surprised, he went upstairs and after watching a terrible soap that they had laughed and made fun about, she had turned to him and suddenly stopped smiling.
Puzzled, he had barely begun to ask what was wrong before her lips had met his.
Instead of the regret that he was sure she was going to feel (this was high school all over again!), she had smirked at him, with those beautiful swollen lips.
"Aren't girls meant to be the ones to say that?" She teased.
He returned the smirk, but only just. "I don't want you to regret anything."
"I won't."
"You answered too quickly, I don't really believe you."
She pouted. "This feels right, Tristan. This feels more than right."
He shook his head in disbelief. "You can't have decided on that in exactly one night."
She propped herself up on his chest, realizing that they were now past the brink of friendship and currently in limbo.
She stared at him wide-eyed. "I haven't decided on that in one night. I've known you for nine years."
"Not exactly."
"Yes, exactly."
He sat himself up. "You never wanted anything more than friendship. What's changed?"
"Honestly?"
"Yes."
"You have. Haven't you realized?" You're so different than how I remember you, Tristan. Not the jerk I remember...no offence."
He was quiet.
"You've changed. And I like that."
Now he laughed. "So you just jumped me?" He was playful again, happier than he could remember.
"Well, you just looked so cute sitting there impersonating bad soaps." She smiled.
"What do you want us to be?"
"We could try the dating thing." She suggested, but this time, she didn't even get the full sentence out before his lips met hers, and this time, she didn't interrupt at all.
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"Hey beautiful," Tristan said, walking in and sneaking a kiss, "Guess what?"
"What?" Rory asked, biting into an apple.
"Amazing thing. Got a call from Roger and I'm auditioning for Connor."
She raised an eyebrow, then she understood. "Really?" She grinned, she impulsively gave him a hug.
"And if we're going to be working together, then we won't be that far away from each other after all." He encircled her waist and nuzzled her neck.
Rory just smiled.
"I would love to continue doing this," Rory groaned, and removed his arms, as he pouted, "But I have a interview to go to."
"Mare..." He whined, reaching out for her again.
She playfully swatted his arms away. "Bible boy, you are just going to have to wait until I get back."
He sighed in exaggeration.
She laughed. "Are you still going to be here later?"
"If you want," He smirked slyly at her, "But how ever will we pass the time?" He sighed dramatically.
She rolled her eyes. "I think you reading me French poetry while I sleep should pass the time just fine."
He pretended to consider. "Hm, that could be fun. But I was thinking more along the lines of..."
He trailed off and winked at her.
She blushed.
"I know what you were thinking of mister." She told him pointedly.
"Good, then you're all for it then?" He raised an eyebrow and walked over to where she was standing and snuck a kiss.
He licked his lips.
"Goodbye Tristan." She said to him, picking up a bag and letting loose her hair, as she began towards the door.
"I'll take that as a yes."
She rolled her eyes but kissed his cheek quickly before leaving.
He shoved his hands into his jeans when the door shut. He grinned. "Yep, she loves me."
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"Rory!" The woman from Cosmopolitan called out as soon as she saw the petite brunette come out of the elevator.
"Hi! Are you Lauren?" Rory gave a wide smile.
"Sure am. Come on in!" Lauren was an attractive redhead that had a vigorous smile and Rory thought she looked nice enough as she followed her into a comfortable conference room.
"Wow. This is nice." She commented.
"Oh, please," Lauren laughed modestly, "Anything to drink?"
Rory shook her head. "No thank you."
"Do you want to get started?"
"Sure, and I'm sorry I'm so late, I was kind of er...held up."
By this, of course, Rory meant Tristan.
She gave a faint smile at the thought.
"Traffic?" Lauren asked sympathetically.
"More like...my boyfriend was slightly reluctant."
Rory hesitated but decided there was no harm in admitting that she indeed had a boyfriend, just not that he was an A-list actor as well.
Lauren grinned at her. "Does he have a name?"
Rory shook her head and grinned back. "Just call him Mr. Anonymous."
"Oh, by the way, we're recording now," Lauren whispered before continuing, indicating the tape-recorder,
"And how long have you two been dating?"
Rory thought for a moment. "Not so long," She said, "But we're known each other for a while."
"You actually glow when you're talking about him," Lauren smiled wistfully, "Sounds like love."
"Oh, I'm not sure about that yet." Rory protested, but only just.
Lauren just winked at her knowingly. "I've heard you're auditioning for the part of Sway in The red dolls soon, what intrigued you most about it?"
Rory considered. "Oh, when I read the screenplay, I thought Sway was the ultimate female," She laughed sheepishly, "She was independent, didn't really take much crap from anybody, especially not Connor."
"Ah, the male lead," Lauren smiled, "Tristan Dugrey is apparently a clinch for it."
Rory laughed. "Well, I'm a lucky girl. He's cute."
Lauren raised an eyebrow and grinned. "Better not let your boyfriend hear that! Though I myself must agree."
She snorted.
"By the way, didn't you go to high school with him?"
"Who, Tristan? Yeah, I did."
"Mary?"
Rory laughed. "Oh, he has you guys on that too?"
"Pretty much," Lauren said, "But I thought you hated each other."
"Not really, we just had a unique kind of friendship." Rory answered wryly.
"Have you spoken to him since?"
"Once...or twice." Rory answered, somewhat uneasily.
"So...about Sway." Lauren detected Rory's slight hesitance on the Tristan subject.
Rory was at ease again. "Sway has something which I really like, her character is so...vivid. And I wanted to try something new, Sway's a bit of a..."
"...bad girl?" Lauren offered.
"Exactly," Rory nodded, "And my other roles have been sweet characters, I mean, Cassie in Drifting wouldn't hurt a fly."
"Sway seduced you, huh?"
" In her own way, I guess so. I really hope I get the role."
"I'm sure you will Rory," Lauren assured, "Now about the Golden Globes." He eyes sparkled.
Rory smiled. "I can't believe anybody actually likes watching me on their screens!"
"Oh, we do. There's something about you that's so...pure," Lauren winced, "Wow, that sounded corny."
Rory laughed. "It's alright. That's where Mary originated from."
"Are you bringing your boyfriend with you to the awards?" Lauren asked, still curious.
Rory grinned. "Maybe."
They continued on talking about her movies, future career moves, her family and soon fell into talking about clothes, like they were old friends.
Rory decided that this was one of the more comfortable interviews she'd ever had and she thanked Lauren for it.
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---The next morning---
Dolly magazine, Australia.
(Picture of Tristan Dugrey and Rory Gilmore, smiling and holding hands as they are walking into Porcelain house)
[....Much to the distress of all of the staff here at Dolly, we now have pictorial evidence that the very hot Tristan Dugrey is indeed dating the exclusive LLG, and you can hear the sounds of girls heart's breaking everywhere.
They were seen heading into Porcelain house, the famous Italian restaurant in San Francisco. It's general knowledge these two went to school together, but now its got us all wondering, exactly how close were they?
All we can say is, if Ryan (Tristan Dugrey character who was an absolute rat! Though the real thing is a sweetie : ) runs LLG's heart over, (December Dolly, we loved her!), he'll have us to answer to!...]
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"Rory." Kate's light voice drifted in through the phone.
"Oh, hey Kate." Rory said, as they doorman tilted his hat and opened the door.
"You got it."
"Got what?"
"The part." Kate was pleased.
"Oh my god!" Rory cried.
"And guess who's playing Connorrrrr?" Kate said in a sing-song voice.
"Are you serious?" Rory asked incredulously.
"I got the call about an hour ago, apparently something about on screen chemistry. Not to mention the free publicity. They director was delirious when he heard you two were dating."
"Does he know yet?"
"He should be getting a call from his agent right about now."
"Thanks a lot Kate, I'll talk to you soon, okay?"
"Alrighty, bye. And remember, when out celebrating, behave yourself."
Rory rolled her eyes in good humor. "Of course. Bye."
3....2...1...
Ah, there we go, Rory thought, smiling.
She picked up the phone. "Hello Tristan."
"Rory, guess what?"
"Sorry baby to ruin the surprise factor but I already know."
She could practically see him pouting into the phone. "Stop pouting." She said, laughing.
"I'm not pouting." He told her.
Pause.
"Maybe just a little." He admitted.
"Can you celebrate tonight?" She asked, stepping into the elevator.
He made a noise. "Sorry, Mare. I can't."
"Why not?" She pouted.
"Stop pouting." He said, smirking as he paced his room.
"I'm not pouting."
Pause.
"Maybe just a little."
"Going out with Seth and Breckin. Not sure if Ryan can make it though."
"Boys night out?"
"Sorry Mary."
She sighed insufferably. "Okay, but you're going to have to make it up to me...."
He grinned, wondering in what lifetime he had ever deserved her. "Don't you doubt."
"Alright. Have fun."
"Bye."
"Bye bye, Bible boy. Now go get drunk."
He gave a mock gasp. "Mary! Don't encourage me!"
She giggled. "I don't remember saying anything." She said innocently.
"Tease," He told her, "Okay, Seth just got here. I've got to go."
She smiled happily as she the call ended.
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PLEASE REVIEW : )
Which I practically failed....no no, no need for applause, I tried my hardest and I finally got there...no really.
I want to thank all my gorgeous reviewers and ESPECIALLY those regulars that never fail to review pretty much every chapter and I am giving you ALL a big virtual hug!
To Colleen - I'm terribly sorry if you got offended by my 'hired help' comment because really, I'm a fifteen year old who doesn't know what the hell she's rambling about.
To EVERYONE - I have been labeled a trory-story tease in the past (and they're still filing those law suits!) , and I decided that in this story, I will cut right down to the chase.
DISCLAIMER: I don't own anything. And while reading my story, if anything even sounds remotely like a celebrity, a magazine, a television.just remember, I don't own it.
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Rory grabbed onto Tristan's shirt and pulled, both of them tumbling onto the couch as he was busy kissing her neck and his arm was encircling her small waist.
Rory groaned, she ran her hands through his incredibly soft blond hair as his mouth found hers again and they both became lost in the heated embrace.
His hands trailed under her top, to trace small lazy circles on her back, Rory broke off the kiss quickly and began to nibble his ear seductively.
He moaned in desire.
God, this was killing him.
"R-Rory," Tristan murmured, still with his eyes closed, finding the weight of her on top of him delicious, "I think we should stop."
He could barely utter out the words as her mouth trailed down his neck at an agonizingly slow pace.
She just murmured into his neck.
He couldn't even believe he was trying to stop her. "Ror."
He jerked his head back slightly, she gazed at him with lazy half drooping eyes, and then she licked her lips.
At this, Tristan nearly whimpered.
He didn't know what had happened, they had taken the cab back to Madison Hotel, where he was about to say goodnight to her when she invited him up.
Surprised, he went upstairs and after watching a terrible soap that they had laughed and made fun about, she had turned to him and suddenly stopped smiling.
Puzzled, he had barely begun to ask what was wrong before her lips had met his.
Instead of the regret that he was sure she was going to feel (this was high school all over again!), she had smirked at him, with those beautiful swollen lips.
"Aren't girls meant to be the ones to say that?" She teased.
He returned the smirk, but only just. "I don't want you to regret anything."
"I won't."
"You answered too quickly, I don't really believe you."
She pouted. "This feels right, Tristan. This feels more than right."
He shook his head in disbelief. "You can't have decided on that in exactly one night."
She propped herself up on his chest, realizing that they were now past the brink of friendship and currently in limbo.
She stared at him wide-eyed. "I haven't decided on that in one night. I've known you for nine years."
"Not exactly."
"Yes, exactly."
He sat himself up. "You never wanted anything more than friendship. What's changed?"
"Honestly?"
"Yes."
"You have. Haven't you realized?" You're so different than how I remember you, Tristan. Not the jerk I remember...no offence."
He was quiet.
"You've changed. And I like that."
Now he laughed. "So you just jumped me?" He was playful again, happier than he could remember.
"Well, you just looked so cute sitting there impersonating bad soaps." She smiled.
"What do you want us to be?"
"We could try the dating thing." She suggested, but this time, she didn't even get the full sentence out before his lips met hers, and this time, she didn't interrupt at all.
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"Hey beautiful," Tristan said, walking in and sneaking a kiss, "Guess what?"
"What?" Rory asked, biting into an apple.
"Amazing thing. Got a call from Roger and I'm auditioning for Connor."
She raised an eyebrow, then she understood. "Really?" She grinned, she impulsively gave him a hug.
"And if we're going to be working together, then we won't be that far away from each other after all." He encircled her waist and nuzzled her neck.
Rory just smiled.
"I would love to continue doing this," Rory groaned, and removed his arms, as he pouted, "But I have a interview to go to."
"Mare..." He whined, reaching out for her again.
She playfully swatted his arms away. "Bible boy, you are just going to have to wait until I get back."
He sighed in exaggeration.
She laughed. "Are you still going to be here later?"
"If you want," He smirked slyly at her, "But how ever will we pass the time?" He sighed dramatically.
She rolled her eyes. "I think you reading me French poetry while I sleep should pass the time just fine."
He pretended to consider. "Hm, that could be fun. But I was thinking more along the lines of..."
He trailed off and winked at her.
She blushed.
"I know what you were thinking of mister." She told him pointedly.
"Good, then you're all for it then?" He raised an eyebrow and walked over to where she was standing and snuck a kiss.
He licked his lips.
"Goodbye Tristan." She said to him, picking up a bag and letting loose her hair, as she began towards the door.
"I'll take that as a yes."
She rolled her eyes but kissed his cheek quickly before leaving.
He shoved his hands into his jeans when the door shut. He grinned. "Yep, she loves me."
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"Rory!" The woman from Cosmopolitan called out as soon as she saw the petite brunette come out of the elevator.
"Hi! Are you Lauren?" Rory gave a wide smile.
"Sure am. Come on in!" Lauren was an attractive redhead that had a vigorous smile and Rory thought she looked nice enough as she followed her into a comfortable conference room.
"Wow. This is nice." She commented.
"Oh, please," Lauren laughed modestly, "Anything to drink?"
Rory shook her head. "No thank you."
"Do you want to get started?"
"Sure, and I'm sorry I'm so late, I was kind of er...held up."
By this, of course, Rory meant Tristan.
She gave a faint smile at the thought.
"Traffic?" Lauren asked sympathetically.
"More like...my boyfriend was slightly reluctant."
Rory hesitated but decided there was no harm in admitting that she indeed had a boyfriend, just not that he was an A-list actor as well.
Lauren grinned at her. "Does he have a name?"
Rory shook her head and grinned back. "Just call him Mr. Anonymous."
"Oh, by the way, we're recording now," Lauren whispered before continuing, indicating the tape-recorder,
"And how long have you two been dating?"
Rory thought for a moment. "Not so long," She said, "But we're known each other for a while."
"You actually glow when you're talking about him," Lauren smiled wistfully, "Sounds like love."
"Oh, I'm not sure about that yet." Rory protested, but only just.
Lauren just winked at her knowingly. "I've heard you're auditioning for the part of Sway in The red dolls soon, what intrigued you most about it?"
Rory considered. "Oh, when I read the screenplay, I thought Sway was the ultimate female," She laughed sheepishly, "She was independent, didn't really take much crap from anybody, especially not Connor."
"Ah, the male lead," Lauren smiled, "Tristan Dugrey is apparently a clinch for it."
Rory laughed. "Well, I'm a lucky girl. He's cute."
Lauren raised an eyebrow and grinned. "Better not let your boyfriend hear that! Though I myself must agree."
She snorted.
"By the way, didn't you go to high school with him?"
"Who, Tristan? Yeah, I did."
"Mary?"
Rory laughed. "Oh, he has you guys on that too?"
"Pretty much," Lauren said, "But I thought you hated each other."
"Not really, we just had a unique kind of friendship." Rory answered wryly.
"Have you spoken to him since?"
"Once...or twice." Rory answered, somewhat uneasily.
"So...about Sway." Lauren detected Rory's slight hesitance on the Tristan subject.
Rory was at ease again. "Sway has something which I really like, her character is so...vivid. And I wanted to try something new, Sway's a bit of a..."
"...bad girl?" Lauren offered.
"Exactly," Rory nodded, "And my other roles have been sweet characters, I mean, Cassie in Drifting wouldn't hurt a fly."
"Sway seduced you, huh?"
" In her own way, I guess so. I really hope I get the role."
"I'm sure you will Rory," Lauren assured, "Now about the Golden Globes." He eyes sparkled.
Rory smiled. "I can't believe anybody actually likes watching me on their screens!"
"Oh, we do. There's something about you that's so...pure," Lauren winced, "Wow, that sounded corny."
Rory laughed. "It's alright. That's where Mary originated from."
"Are you bringing your boyfriend with you to the awards?" Lauren asked, still curious.
Rory grinned. "Maybe."
They continued on talking about her movies, future career moves, her family and soon fell into talking about clothes, like they were old friends.
Rory decided that this was one of the more comfortable interviews she'd ever had and she thanked Lauren for it.
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---The next morning---
Dolly magazine, Australia.
(Picture of Tristan Dugrey and Rory Gilmore, smiling and holding hands as they are walking into Porcelain house)
[....Much to the distress of all of the staff here at Dolly, we now have pictorial evidence that the very hot Tristan Dugrey is indeed dating the exclusive LLG, and you can hear the sounds of girls heart's breaking everywhere.
They were seen heading into Porcelain house, the famous Italian restaurant in San Francisco. It's general knowledge these two went to school together, but now its got us all wondering, exactly how close were they?
All we can say is, if Ryan (Tristan Dugrey character who was an absolute rat! Though the real thing is a sweetie : ) runs LLG's heart over, (December Dolly, we loved her!), he'll have us to answer to!...]
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"Rory." Kate's light voice drifted in through the phone.
"Oh, hey Kate." Rory said, as they doorman tilted his hat and opened the door.
"You got it."
"Got what?"
"The part." Kate was pleased.
"Oh my god!" Rory cried.
"And guess who's playing Connorrrrr?" Kate said in a sing-song voice.
"Are you serious?" Rory asked incredulously.
"I got the call about an hour ago, apparently something about on screen chemistry. Not to mention the free publicity. They director was delirious when he heard you two were dating."
"Does he know yet?"
"He should be getting a call from his agent right about now."
"Thanks a lot Kate, I'll talk to you soon, okay?"
"Alrighty, bye. And remember, when out celebrating, behave yourself."
Rory rolled her eyes in good humor. "Of course. Bye."
3....2...1...
Ah, there we go, Rory thought, smiling.
She picked up the phone. "Hello Tristan."
"Rory, guess what?"
"Sorry baby to ruin the surprise factor but I already know."
She could practically see him pouting into the phone. "Stop pouting." She said, laughing.
"I'm not pouting." He told her.
Pause.
"Maybe just a little." He admitted.
"Can you celebrate tonight?" She asked, stepping into the elevator.
He made a noise. "Sorry, Mare. I can't."
"Why not?" She pouted.
"Stop pouting." He said, smirking as he paced his room.
"I'm not pouting."
Pause.
"Maybe just a little."
"Going out with Seth and Breckin. Not sure if Ryan can make it though."
"Boys night out?"
"Sorry Mary."
She sighed insufferably. "Okay, but you're going to have to make it up to me...."
He grinned, wondering in what lifetime he had ever deserved her. "Don't you doubt."
"Alright. Have fun."
"Bye."
"Bye bye, Bible boy. Now go get drunk."
He gave a mock gasp. "Mary! Don't encourage me!"
She giggled. "I don't remember saying anything." She said innocently.
"Tease," He told her, "Okay, Seth just got here. I've got to go."
She smiled happily as she the call ended.
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