Misconceptions
by simplyawfulx3
a.k.a.
Srijoni Rhea
A/N: So I'm on complete fic frenzy… yes I know that is an odd word. But I'm going crazy with writing these and now I know why people write so often. Okay, well this is based off of spoilers for the next couple of Gilmore Episodes. I'd be completely and utterly surprised if the episodes turn out anything like the show. I don't have the lines from the last episode, so what I remember is what you read. And this is my first real multi-part fic. If you could, keep that in mind please? And review, of course! Anyways, I'm done with my rambling and off to write!
Spoilers: Everything until Bridesmaid Revisited (6.16)
Ships: Java Junkie and (eventual) Lit; with lots of Rogan drama as well as some Lorelai/Chris. But it will be Java Junkie and Lit. Anything else is bogus in my world.
Disclaimer: I don't own it. Sue me and get… chap sticks and lip gloss.
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"Coffee!"
A tall and pretty brunette walked through the doorway, the bells above her alerting everyone in the diner of her presence. And if that hadn't done the job, her never-ending demand for coffee surely did. She strode up to the counter, promptly repeating her request for the drink that would result in her death. Or so the grumpy diner owner said. Said diner owner turned around at the sound of her voice, and the frown on his face turned to a smile for a split second, before returning to its original stoic expression. He rolled his eyes at her.
"Lorelai, when are you going to stop drinking that liquid death?" he asked, knowing very well the answer.
"Uhh, let's see… never?" she answered innocently, before leaning in and giving him a kiss hello. Sitting on the stool in front of the counter, Lorelai waited patiently for her coffee, something that didn't happen often. Luke bustled around the diner for a bit, before having the opportunity to talk to Lorelai without being interrupted by an order. He handed her the coffee, eyeing the ring he gave her when she reached for the cup. It had been months since they had been engaged. They were going to be married in June, but his discovery of April had postponed the event. He loved Lorelai for agreeing to postpone the wedding; he really felt like he needed the time to get to know his daughter. He couldn't help but feel that something was amiss. He had a feeling in his gut, that something wasn't right; wasn't perfect. He shook the feeling off and looked up at his fiancée.
"Isn't Rory supposed to be in town this weekend?" he asked, eager to see the young woman who was like a daughter to him.
"Yeah, she had to go pick up something from Doose's. She promised to be here soon," Lorelai replied. "Why?"
"Well, Lane's shift starts in ten minutes, and she has something to tell you both," Luke replied, knowing very well that Lane hadn't told either Lorelai or Rory about her engagement to Zach.
"What is it? Do you know something Luke?" Lorelai asked, curiously.
"I know what it is, but I can't tell you. It's not my news to tell. It's Lane's," Luke stated, knowing very well what was coming.
"Aw, Luke! Please? You know you want to tell me! Pretty please? I'll have one of those nasty things you call salads…" Lorelai offered, impatient to know what was going on. She gave him the infamous Gilmore pout, along with the adorable puppy eyes. Luke tore his eyes away from her face, knowing that he couldn't resist the Gilmore pout and puppy eyes combo.
"As tempting as that sounds, I can't. Just wait ten more minutes. You'll find out, I promise."
Lorelai frowned, and crossed her arms across her chest showing mock anger. She glared at Luke, hoping he would fess up. No such luck. However, moments later, the bells chimed and another call for coffee announced the arrival of the second Gilmore girl, who was much like her mother. She arrived at the counter. Noting the look on her mom's face, Rory gave Luke a questioning look.
"Lane has news for the two of you, and I know about it. Lane will be here anytime, and it's her news to share, so I'm not saying anything. You two can just wait another five minutes and find out. Believe me, it will be worth the wait," he explained. Rory was a little more willing to wait than her mother, and mother and daughter caught up on anything that had happened since they had last seen each other.
Minutes later, Lane walked into the diner, smiling brightly. Rory saw her coming, and rushed up to her. "What's the news? And how come Luke knows about it before us?" she asked urgently. Lane just stood there, grinning like a crazy lady.
"Oh, this is good. She can't stop smiling." Lorelai noted. Finally Lane could contain it no longer.
"I'm engaged!" she squealed, delightedly.
"No!" Lorelai gasped, shocked yet extremely happy for the petite Asian.
"Yes!" Rory screamed, ecstatic for her best friend. She had waited years for the one, and she had finally found it.
"I need details! Now! Wait, this is Zach, right?"
"Of course it's Zach! Who else would it be?" Lane asked, confused.
"Don't know, just checking." Rory replied.
"Okay, well I need other details, now! When, where, and how?" Lorelai exclaimed excitedly.
"Well, you guys know that we broke up. Yesterday he came into the diner asking if he can talk to me just when Kirk was cheating on his juice diet."
"Kirk cheated on his juice diet? How?" Lorelai interjected.
"Oh, it was disgusting. He was eating the leftovers of the person next to him."
"Eww… that is disturbing."
"Stop talking about Kirk! We already know about how disturbing Kirk is. We've lived here forever mom! I want to know about Zach!" Rory cried, impatiently.
"Right, Zach. Well he came in and started to talk about how he didn't feel good. He was gonna bring in his guitar and sing it to me, but thought it was too Emo."
"He's right."
"We know mom. Sorry Lane, continue."
"Well, Luke interrupted, of course," Lane said and both Lorelai and Rory both shot a glare his way. He shrugged his shoulders and sent an apologetic glance their way. "But he proposed. Got me a ring and everything. I'm getting married!"
"I know! I'm so happy for you!" Rory squealed. "You deserve this."
"You think? Oh my god, maybe I don't. Maybe this is some really cruel way of punishing me for being in a band. For not being a typical Korean. What if this isn't going to happen? What if he stands me up at the wedding? What if-" Lane babbled, suddenly distraught at the thought that she didn't deserve to be this happy.
"Whoa, whoa, whoa! Breathe! You totally deserve this. Zach is the one who proposed, and he had a ring with him. He had to have thought it through. He's not going to stand you up," Rory said, trying to placate her best friend.
Lane believed her, and visibly calmed down. "Well, I've got to go and start my shift. I'll talk to you guys later," she said before walking behind the counter to make another pot of coffee. Lorelai and Rory talked their way through yet another meal, consuming more than double their weight in junk food.
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She stared at her ring, loving the way the moonlight seemed to make the stone shimmer. If only their engagement shimmered the same way. It's not his fault, she told herself. He's just trying to include April in his life. But does that mean he has to push you out? The stubborn voice in her head refused to be silenced. And she knew the words her head spoke were true. Even if he was trying to involve April in his life, it didn't require him to exclude Lorelai. She loved him, and she knew it. But she didn't want to wait forever. She wanted to become Mrs. Lucas Danes. More than anything. And she wanted it soon. She wanted reassurance that he would be there for her for the rest of her life. She only hoped that the cloud that hung over their relationship would pass. And they would be happy again.
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A/N: I know it's pretty short. Just wanted to see what you guys think. Next chapter will hopefully have some more Rory in it. I'm not too good with her character, I find it hard to write her, but I'll try my best! (Tell me how I wrote her this chapter) Feedback and/or constructive criticism is greatly appreciated, and is my only motivation to write more. So please read and review. Thank you!
Srijoni Rhea