Disclaimer: A.S.P owns all the characters I'm using for this fiction.
PART 16
"Halo"
"Hey you"
"What are you doing?"
"Watching TV, you?"
"Same"
"How are you feeling?"
"I miss you"
"Really?"
"So I take it that you don't miss me..."
"I do"
"Then say it..."
"Rory..."
"Luke..."
"Fine... I miss you"
"That wasn't so hard, now was it?"
"No"
"Are you alone?"
"What?"
"You heard me..."
"No, I'm entertaining my other girlfriend, she's very sad about me getting married tomorrow..."
"Very funny, why can't you be serious?"
"You expect me to be serious when you ask me a stupid question?"
"I was just checking..."
"Well don't..."
"So tomorrow is the big day"
"Yes"
"I can't wait"
"Me neither"
"I love you"
"Me too"
"We're gonna have to work on your vocabulary..."
"We're gonna have to work on you not feeling like you have to say something all the time..."
"Fair enough"
"So you feel ok, with the baby? It feels weird that you're not here..."
"I'm ok, mom is taking good care of me..."
"I'm sure she is... how much coffee did you have already?"
"Only two cups... and it was decaf..."
"And the night is still young..."
"No... that's it I swear"
"Fine"
"Well I guess I'll see you tomorrow"
"Yes you will"
"Good night"
"Night"
"I'll miss you tonight" she said hoping he would say the same, but he didn't all he could say was "Bye"
"Bye" she answered with a gloomy face and hung up
They arrived at the inn around 10, it looks lovely she thought after looking around, everything was decorated in white, the flowers Emily picked, she thought, were beautiful and all the tables were set up to Sookie's crazy standards
The got inside to find Sookie standing there with Davey all excited
"Hey guys, the room is all set and guess who is in there?"
"She's here already?" Lorelai asked freaked
"She's here since 8..."
"Oh, boy..." Rory smiled at her mother as they did their way towards the room
"You're here, good... look what I found when I got here..." she handed Rory a box
She opened it smiling, surprised to see a thermos and a folded note that said "don't get your hopes up, its tea. Just wanted to let you know that I missed you too last night"
"Every day, something new..." she said smiling to the three ladies standing there, watching her wipe a few tears
"You have no idea how happy I am for you babe..."
"Thanks mom" she hugged her
"Ok let's get started" Emily said ruining the moment
"Yeah, let's get started..." said Rory putting the note in her purse
After she was all dressed and ready she looked at the mirror, she wore one of those maternity wedding dresses, her belly was not too big, and she looked very good for a 5 months pregnant woman
"You look beautiful honey, Luke's gonna die when he sees you"
"I hope not..." she joked "he's still blushing when I give him a complement, I can't imagine what would happen when he sees me today..."
"Don't worry, the blush thing never stops, it's who he is"
"I know, I hope it never stops..."
"Come, sit down, you have a long day a head..."
"Mom, could you leave me for a while?"
"Sure honey, something wrong?"
"No I just need a minute"
"Ok, I'll go welcome the guests, be back in a few minutes"
"Thanks mom"
"Sure hon" and she was out the door
Rory poured herself some tea and sat on the couch, her wedding dress spread all over
So, Rory, this is it, ha... I never imagined it to be so powerful, those feelings, I can hardly breath she thought caressing her belly you have a wonderful daddy Jane, do you know that? Well let me tell you... I could never do better then him... he's so good and kind, well you'll see for your self in a short while, don't let the grumpy attitude fool you... he's soft inside... I'm getting married... this is so surreal... my wedding day, and I'm crying before I even saw him, he hates when I cry... but it's my wedding day, I could do whatever I want... and suddenly a knock on the door
"Come in mom" the door pushed open and she looked at the young man standing there smiling
"Jess" she said excited to see him standing there
"Your mom said it was ok..."
"Yeah come on in" she got up to greet him and gave him a loving hug
god... I'm not suppose to feel so good in her arms... it's been too long he thought to himself
"Congratulations... I guess..." he said when she pulled back
"Thanks, come sit down" he did and she sat next to him
"It's good to see you"
"I'm so glad you came, Luke was so happy that you were coming"
"Luke ha... how did that happen anyway?"
"Well it's a long story, a weird one, but a wonderful one"
"Weird is one way to put it, I guess it wasn't just me you came to the diner for ha..."
"Very fanny, Jess..."
"I noticed you had a thing for him..."
"I did not..."
"I'm just kidding"
"Jess, kidding... never thought I'd live to see that..."
"Yeah..."
"It's nice to see you all dressed up... no death t-shirts...?"
"Well it is a wedding and I am 25..."
"Who would've thought... have you seen Luke?"
"Yeah, he's very nervous"
"How does he look, I bet he looks pretty"
"Don't tell him that, and don't ask me that..."
"It's a guy thing I know... don't say that another guy looks good or every one will think you're gay..."
"Something like that..." another knock on the door
"Come in"
"Are you decant...?"
"Very fanny mom"
"Well you didn't do anything at your bachelorette party..."
"So I guess I'll see you later" he said starting to feel less comfortable around Lorelai
"You know Jess..." Lorelai started "it's nice that you're here, I mean it's been a long time and we've both changed so I think it's safe to be around each other, there are no hard feelings..."
"Good to know"
"So we'll see you out there?"
"Yes you will"
"Ok" and he left
"So did you see him?"
"Who?"
"Mom..."
"Yes I did, he looks very nice"
"You're trying to keep me relaxed aren't you, he looks great isn't he?"
"Oh yeah..."
"I knew it..."
"But you look better"
"Well sure I'm the bride, no one looks better then the bride..."
"I taught you well"
"So what time is it?"
"Time for you to get your but out there... I'll go tell them you're ready"
"Ok"
Every one was quiet, waiting for the bride to come out, whispering, searching
Patty and Babette were sitting in the second row cheerful and excited, not everyday they had a chance to see stars hollow's diner man getting married, sure he was grumpy and couldn't stand it when they were gossiping but they loved him, who wouldn't
Emily sat at the front row all happy, smiling, proud, looking at Richard standing next to Luke with his tux and bow tie
Luke was very nervous, you could see just after a short glimpse, he stood there near Reverend Skinner who tried to calm him
And then the music started, every one turned to look at Lorelai walking down the aisle, it was weird seeing Lorelai walking towards Luke in a brides mate dress, she looked around, smiling and stood in front of Richard on the bride side
Every one held their breaths when they spotted Rory, she stopped at the edge of the aisle, she was beautiful, she wore a white tiara and her long soft hair fell over her shoulders
Oh my god, kill me now... how could he be so beautiful... I can't breathe... ok try... you do not wanna turn blue... breathe... ok, walking now... nice and slow... you got all the time in the world... I can't believe this is finely happening...
Oh, boy... I think she's trying to kill me... could she possibly walk any slower... and how beautiful she is... oh my god what am I a teenager... I hope I can speak... very embarrassing if I can't... ok she's here, get a grip Luke...
She reached him finely and turned to face him, suddenly the room was silent, their hands found a way to each other and he held her, she smiled at him, he couldn't breath when she smiled, she squeezed his hand gently and he smiled back
The Reverend started the ceremony, which was short, cause Luke was never much of a talker so vows were out of the question, rory knew that, the whole town knew it, it was who he was
Emily had tears in her eyes and together with patty and Babette they all had their handkerchiefs to wipe a few tears and watch their makeup
Lorelai tried her best not to cry, she looked at her father who stood in front of her on Luke's side and they exchanged proud smiles
When Reverend Skinner finely said "you may now kiss your bride" Luke leaned in and their lips met softly and briefly, just a short loving kiss cause he was never really up for the public display of affection, Rory thought after he pulled back
The crowd cheered and Rory turned to her mother who gave her a big hug and wiped her tears telling her how it could ruin her makeup
Every one got to kiss Rory, and patty took a shot at kissing Luke but he politely avoided her and took Rory's hand to lead her outside to the reception where they sat at their table
After everyone congratulated them they just sat there fingers crossed in each others, when she saw Luke acting nervous she leaned in to his ear and whispered
"You're doing great, just a few more minutes and I promise mom will help us escape"
He forced a smile and she kissed him deeply to the crowds' applause he pulled back and gave her a look
"I had to give them something Luke..."
He didn't answer, instead he sent his hand to her back and pulled her to meet his lips for a long passionate kiss
She broke the kiss moments later for air and said "wow..."
"Don't..." he cut her off
With a pouting face she put her hand on his cheek and kissed him shortly on the lips before saying "I love you"
"Me too..." her face fell and he added "I mean I love you too..."
"You're learning fast that's good..."
"Yeah"
The D.J then announced that the guests are waiting for the first dance of the bride and groom
"Jeez..." he said hopeless
"Come on Luke we talked about this... its just today, I'll never ask you to dance again..."
He got up, smiled at her and offered her his hand, she put her hand in his and he led her to the center of the dance floor, he turned to face her and send his right hand to her waist placing his palm on the center of her back
Her hand was in his left hand, the other on his shoulder, she smiled and he leaned in to kiss her slowly, eyes closed, bodies close, the music started, they pulled back and their eyes met and they smiled at each other
They started dancing to the slow rhythm of the music still looking deeply into each others eyes
"We're married" she said suddenly
"Are you happy?" he asked rubbing her back
"I am... thank you for everything you are"
"Thank you for coming into my life" he said and kissed her
"I love you Luke"
"And I love you Rory"
She gasped then and he panicked "are you feeling ok?"
"I'm just tired... I'm ok..."
"Do you wanna sit down?"
"No, I wanna dance..."
"Ok"
They kept dancing and welcomed Emily and Richard and Lorelai and David to the dance floor, moments later Richard asked to dance with the bride and Luke danced with Emily until Rory felt too tired to dance
"I need to sit down grandpa"
"Sure dear... Luke" he called "your bride needs to rest"
"Sure, come on" he took her hand and led her to their table
After he poured her some water and she drank he asked worried
"Are you feeling better?"
"Yes, thank you"
"You wanna go inside and lie down?"
"In a little while"
"Ok"
"Rory honey... are you feeling better?" Lorelai asked approaching their table
"Yes mom, I'm better now"
"You want me to help you disappear?"
"Yeah, sounds good..."
"Ok, your room is ready, you know where it is right, the honeymoon suite"
"Yes I know mom"
"Ok, go, and don't worry about the guests..."
They opened the door to the suite and their eyes widened, the room looked amazing she told Luke who agreed, the bed was covered with rose petals, on the table laid two plates of Sookie's finest food, with roses in a vase next to the candles
He led her to the bed and she sat at the side close to the pillows, he rearranged them and laid her gently on the bed, she took his hand and kissed it "I love it when you take care of me"
"Are you hungry?"
"No, come close" she asked and gestured to the empty side of the bed
He took his jacket off and his tie and walked around the bed to lie next to her, she reached for his hand again and he smiled
"The hand thing... is it gonna stop one day?"
"No... and stop complaining, I know you like it..."
"I do..."
"Luke?" she said after a long silent
"Yes?"
"Can I ask you something?"
"Sounds serious..."
"Could you try not to be mad...? I just need to know..."
"Ok..."
"Are you... ah... are you happy, really... or you just... you know... because of the baby...?"
"Rory..." he looked at her searching for her eyes, he lifted her chin with his thumb and met her eyes "I love you... I know I don't say it much... but I do... I'm not like you with wards..."
"And the wedding?"
"Well, we both know that if it wasn't for this baby we wouldn't even be together... but I want to be with you, I'm happy... and I hope you are too"
"I am..."
"And you know... before you came back, I was pretty lost... I didn't know how to open up to any one, your mom... well you know what that did to me... and you came and you pushed... you didn't give up and I realized that you made me feel good... I never thought I could be happy again..."
"And you are happy now?"
"Very happy, with you and little Jane..."
"I always tell her how wonderful you are... I love you so much and I'm very happy..."
"Good... now I'd like to clear something out for later..."
"What is it?"
"These moments when I talk more then you... and share my feelings..."
"Yes?"
"Don't get use to it..."
"I won't..." she laughed a little
"Good"
"We're married Luke..." she said looking at her rings
"I noticed... Rory..." he answered kissing the back of her hand
"I love you..."
"I love you, too..."
BACK AT THE RECEPTION
It was late, the guests Congratulated Lorelai and left, so did Emily and Richard and Sookie and Jackson, David left Lorelai there because she needed to make sure all the staff knew where to put all the tables and the leftovers and of course she needed to take some of Sookie's cake home.
On her way to her car she spotted jess lighting up a cigarette and walked over to him
"Hey there..."
"Hey" he said turning to face her
"What are you doing here? I thought every one left" she smiled
"Not every one..."
"Still not big on full sentences ha..."
"Guess not..."
"So... do you have a place to stay for the night?"
"No..."
"What do you mean no? Are you going back already?"
"No"
"Jess you gotta help me here, full sentences are not that difficult... you read books, I'm almost sure they use full sentences there..."
"I forgot to ask Luke for a key to the diner..."
"That's better... well you can crash on my couch if you like...?"
"No thanks..."
"Why not?"
"I hate to be blunt but... how come you're nice to me?"
"I told you... it's been a long time jess, no hard feelings..."
"Fine"
"So how about my offer?"
"I guess I could sleep on your couch..."
"Ok... now were getting somewhere..."
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