CHAPTER FIFTEEN

Luke let him self into Lorelai's house, making sure to lock the door behind him. He nearly tripped over her shoes as he went to hang up his coat. He noticed her green Irish Girl tee shirt lying on the bottom step and then her jeans nearly at the top. He followed along, finding her green lace bra outside the bedroom door and a small green scrap of lace outside the bathroom. He put her lacey bikinis on his finger and swinging them he opened the bathroom door. "Nice trail. You never told me you were a Girl Scout......." He found Lorelai in the tub submersed in bubbles, candles glowing all around and soft music playing in the background.

"What took you so long?" she cooed.

Without breaking eye contact, Luke unbuttoned his shirt, unzipped his jeans and let them fall to the floor. He slid into the tub behind her, pulling her body against his.

"You DID miss me." She murmured smiling.

He cupped his hands around her breasts, teasing her nipples with his fingers, as he kissed the back of her neck gently. She finally turned her head so that their lips could meet fully. They kissed as Luke ran his hands along the curves of her body. He gently parted her legs and massaged her mound, sliding first one finger than two into her opening. She ran her hands along his body, exploring his anatomy, stroking him gently. When they were sufficiently aroused, she slowly stepped out of the tub, and wrapped a huge towel around her body. She held it open and invited him to join her. He stepped into her arms and she wrapped the towel around him. They dried each other's backs and then Luke took the towel. He gently dried her breasts and worked his way down. Lorelai took the towel from him and did the same, gently drying between his legs and up his shaft.
She dropped the towel and led him into the bedroom but when he started toward the bed she shook her head 'no' and pointed to the chair. Luke smiled, remembering a scene they had recently watched in a movie. He knew exactly where this was going. He sat down and Lorelai gently lowered herself on him, letting him fill her fully. She put her arms around his neck, and softly started to move on him. Looking into his eyes, she saw pure pleasure. They closed their eyes as their passion grew and soon they were totally lost in each other. Afterwards, as they caught their breath, Luke whispered, "You remembered."

"Yeah, you said it was the most sensual thing you had ever seen a woman do in a movie. I thought you might like experiencing it first hand."

"You were right. Much better than watching."

"Richard Gere and Debra Winger have nothing on us."

Lorelai slowly pulled away from him and led him to the bed. They snuggled close and started to talk.

"So, Rory was OK with this?"

"Well, I'm not sure about this part, but she seemed OK with the rest of it. I'm sure she doesn't want to think of her mother and good old Luke having a sexual side. She does have concerns about the other part......you know."

Luke smiled, a little embarrassed about Rory knowing all of it. " What did she say?"

"She just wanted us to think about the whole picture. Not just the romantic, idealistic part, but all of the consequences and other peoples' reactions."

"So are you having second thoughts, now?"

Lorelai softly laughed, "Yeah, second, third and fourth thoughts. Babies have a way of changing your life. The keep you up at night, demand attention, and exhaust you. And then they turn into teenagers who keep you up at night, demand everything and make you question your sanity."

"I remember that part."

"But they make your life complete and help keep you young and well......... I can only imagine this. But I think sharing that with your life partner must be the best experience in the world. I did it alone and it was wonderful. And she turned out so well.....I can't wait to do it again. With you."

"She turned out so well because you're a great mother. I hope we'll be great parents together. I hope we get the chance." It was an intense, intimate moment.

Lorelai broke the serious mood, "Well, it won't be for lack of trying."

Luke laughed, and asked about Sookie's reaction.

"She just wanted all the down and dirty stuff!"

"Which, of course, you didn't share."

"Not all anyway." Lorelai, laughed. "I didn't want to make her jealous."

"So, do you think it's all over town by now?"

Lorelai assured him it definitely was. They talked for a while, holding each other close.

"Hey, Luke."

"Don't say it. I already know. You're hungry."

"Well, it is almost dark. Must be late. I think I forgot about lunch."

"Hard to believe you would ever forget a meal."

"I think I got sort of distracted......baths, chairs, beds."

"Yeah, me too. Nice distraction though." Luke got out of bed and pulled on his jeans. Lorelai slowly followed, pulling on a silky nightie. Luke gave her a long glance. It hardly covered her breasts, but nicely hugged her hips and showed off her long legs. They put their arms around each other's waists and headed down stairs to the kitchen.

"Lorelai, this refrigerator is pathetic. Two beers, leftover Chinese, and a can of whipped cream."

"Oh, I forgot about that. We could have used that when we......"

"Never mind. Guess we could go to the diner."

"Or call and have something delivered. There's a list by the phone."

Just then the doorbell rang. Lorelai looked at Luke. "I'm not going." as she looked down at her skimpy attire. " At least, you have pants on."

"But it's your house."

"OK. I'll just be opening the door now. Dressed in this little nightie. That ought to really quell the gossip." She started toward the door but he stepped in front of her. Opening the door, he found no one there, but someone had left a huge basket. He picked it up and brought it into the house. He pulled off the attached note ~ ~

Lorelai and Luke,

We're so happy for the two of you. It's been a long time coming. But man cannot live on love alone. Well, man maybe, but Lorelai, never. So enjoy!

Much love,

Sookie and Jackson

P.S. Then go back to what you were doing.

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"Ah, that 's so sweet." Lorelai started pulling out the contents. There was a huge bottle of wine with two lovely etched wine glasses, several small sandwiches full of roast beef and chicken, a container of salad, and several huge strawberries covered in chocolate. There were even some pastries for breakfast. And last but not least, a huge can of whip cream with a big red bow and a tag that said For Later.

"We've certainly got thoughtful friends."

"Friends that know you entirely too well." Luke remarked as he went into the living room to build a fire for their romantic meal.

Lorelai soon followed with plates full of food and the bottle of wine. Luke popped the cork and filled their new glasses. He handed a glass to Lorelai and quietly spoke.

"I hope this is the first of many romantic meals we share here. I also hope that someday, when the time is right, that you will consider making an honest man of me. That you will consent to spend the rest of your life sharing bubble baths and baring the brunt of town gossip with me. That you will always leave trails for me to follow and surprise me at the most unexpected times. And I hope that I will always make you as happy as you have made me."

"Ah, that's nice. When the time is right, Luke, I promise."

"I know it won't always be easy, Lorelai. But I think we can have a good life -- you, me and Rory, and maybe......."

"Yeah, maybe......."

They clinked their glasses, sipped the wine, and sealed it with a kiss.

They shared Sookie's wonderful meal and finished the bottle of wine. They fed each other the strawberries, and kissed the chocolate off each other's lips. And with whipped cream in tow, they headed back upstairs to finish their perfect evening.

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