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Rory and Tristan had finally separated long enough to get back to classes. Both were walking around with big grins on their faces. Rory's face fell, however, when she entered her last class of the day: chemistry with Paris. Normally, it would be easy to avoid her, but she was unfortunately her lab partner. She sat down and said, "So, are we going to do this the girly way, or can we just say we're sorry and get over it?"
"I suppose we should just get it over with. I can't afford to get a back grade because I'm fighting with you. How about we just call a truce?" Paris said while getting their materials ready.
Rory smiled gratefully and said, "Okay, truce." The two girls went through the rest of class doing their assignment. They weren't exactly friends, but at least they were on speaking terms. Paris had immediately felt bad after talking to Tristan; she knew he was right about Rory being her only friend. So, she decided someone in her position shouldn't hold stupid grudges about Tristan of all people.
Rory walked out of class smiling once again. She was more than relieved to know that Paris wasn't an enemy again. She walked to her locker, where she saw the familiar sight of Tristan leaning lazily against her locker. Unlike usual, she was happy to see him and walked over and grinned. "Hey." She said, and motioned for him to move so she could get in her locker.
"Well, hello Mary. It has been far too long." Tristan said, still standing in his place.
"Tristan, it's been two periods." She said and finally gave him a little push.
Tristan grabbed his shoulder in mock pain and said, "Geeze Mare, you don't have to abuse me. Just for that, I say I should get a kiss."
Rory looked around the crowded halls and said, "Sorry, I'm not much for PDA." She laughed at the pout that grew on Tristan's face. He continued to silently give her his puppy dog face, and finally she gave in and gave him a quick kiss.
Smirking, he said, "I knew you couldn't resist my charm."
"Yeah, you just keep telling yourself that." Rory finished gathering her things and shut her locker. She began walking towards the side exit, and when Tristan didn't follow she asked, "Aren't you coming?"
"Yes, but we're not going that way Mary."
Rory gave him a confused look and said, "But that's where my bus comes."
"No girlfriend of mine will be taking a bus. Let's go." Tristan grabbed her hand and started leading her towards the student parking lot. When he noticed that Rory wasn't moving, he stopped and said, "What?"
"What did you just call me?" Rory asked, the shock evident in her voice.
Tristan actually looked embarrassed when he answered, "Um, my girlfriend. Is that wrong?" He dropped her hand and ran his hand through his hair nervously.
"Well, I don't know. I guess I just didn't expect it. I mean you're Tristan."
He cocked his head at her and said, "Yes… I am. So?"
"You're Tristan, Playboy Extraordinaire of Chilton and you're calling me your girlfriend." Rory looked at him and could tell he wasn't sure what to do. She had been overjoyed with the way their conversation ended earlier, but she never even thought about the prospect of being Tristan's girlfriend. Is that really what he wanted?
"I'm sorry, I guess I just assumed. No problem." Tristan began walking away, but Rory shouted after him.
"Wait!" Tristan slowly turned around and looked at Rory expectantly. Rory stepped towards him and said, "I just wasn't sure that's what you would want. I mean this whole thing is so new and confusing. How about we just take things slow and figure it out from there?"
After a few moments of silence, Tristan finally put Rory out of her misery and said, "Okay, I guess that sounds like a good plan."
Rory smiled and grabbed his hand, walking towards the student parking lot. "So, about this ride?"
Tristan smirked and said, "Yes?"
"Does it include a stop for coffee?"
"Hmm, I'm not sure. You know I'm not really a big coffee fan." Tristan laughed when he saw Rory's horrified expression.
"What? I don't think I heard you right, because if I did, I don't think you even stand a chance." Rory said, trying desperately to keep the serious tone in her voice.
Tristan dropped her hand and said, "Well, okay, Mary. It was nice while it lasted. Don't forget to keep in touch."
She cocked her head and said, "It was nice, huh? Who knows what could have happened. Oh well, maybe Dean and that bimbo broke up, I think I'll go give him a call." She turned around and walked away, smiling. She counted to three softly before she heard Tristan running after her.
"Don't even think about it Mary! Dean doesn't even come close to comparing to me, the guy who lives a block away from Starbucks." He stopped to watch Rory's face light up and then suggestively added "And many other ways."
Rory hit him playfully and said, "You've been holding out on me, DuGrey. From now on, I expect coffee every morning."
"Well, if I can remember. Between you and all the other girls I've promised coffee, I have a pretty full load."
Rory leaned forward and captured his lips. After teasing him for a minute or so, she stepped back and said, "Will that help?"
"It certainly wouldn't hurt. But, maybe you better show me again."
Rory grabbed his hand and started to once again drag him towards the parking lot. "Come on, Bibleboy. I do have to get home eventually."
"You're a tease Gilmore. But wait, I've always known that about you." Tristan said as he opened the car door for Rory. Once she was safely inside, he went around to the driver's side and tried, but failed to open the door. "Mary, open the door!"
Rory pretended to not hear him and went inside her bag for her book. She started to act as if she was reading, but after seeing Tristan stare at her through the window, she gave in and unlocked the door. Smiling sweetly, she leaned back into her door and said, "Please don't hurt me."
Playing along, Tristan said, "Just for that, no coffee."
"Okay, okay, I'm sorry. Don't take away my coffee."
Tristan smiled at her and said, "Don't worry Mary, I wouldn't dare. But it is very useful to know your weakness. The things I can get you to do…"
"Shut up and drive Tristan. I'm going to pretend I never heard you say that." Rory watched as Tristan started the car and pulled out of the school. Most of the ride was spent in comfortable silence, with Rory rooting through his music selection and occasionally mocking it. Tristan just smiled as he made his way to Stars Hollow; he had never had this much fun with a girl before. Now, all he had to do was take her out a few times and make her realize that he can be a good boyfriend.
Rory couldn't get over the fact that she was in Tristan DuGrey's car and she liked it. Everything had happened so fast and now she was sitting here, stealing glances at the one boy she said she would always hate. She had to admit, she was having more fun than she had in while. She wasn't sure if he was truly ready for a commitment, but she was willing to give him a chance and see.
Hello all! Did you like it? I know not a lot happened, but I wanted to set up how they were going to continue after the kissing. Also, I wanted to show them being happy together without any drama. Please, please, please review and tell me what you thought!