A/N: I didn't update because I sprained my ankle. No it isn't a lame excuse, it really happened. So because of it I needed to rest for awhile and I didn't time to write. But here I'm with a new chapter. I hope it's somehow like you guys wanted. Some of you said that Rachel should leave but for now she'll still be around. You know we need some drama. My advice is: enjoy the happiness 'cause I'm working in things realy evil.
Thanks again for all the comments and ProFfeSseR for proofread it. Love you guys.
Chapter 11- Looking to their future
Okay Gilmore, let's play her game Lorelai thought.
— Whoa! Calm down!— Rachel said still calm— I asked a simple question.
— As did I.
— What do I want you to say? Maybe a "Hey Rach how are you? What did you do over the years?" Or a "you still look pretty" would work— she said sarcastically.
— Hey Rach how are you? What did you do over the years? You still — Luke started sarcastically as well, but Lorelai stopped him.
— Don't go through with that, mister.— Lorelai forced a smile— I guess you haven't heard before, so I'm Lorelai.— she extended her hand again and Rachel shook it confused.
— Rachel.— the woman replied simply. An awkward silence dominated the place until Lorelai spoke.
— Sooo... Rachel how was college? Well you probably finished it a few years ago...so what did you do over the years?— Rachel looked at her seriously but then a smile formed on her face.
— College was fine, I learned a lot. And when I graduated my parents paid a trip to travel around Europe and I took like hundred thousands pictures.— she answered smiling and Lorelai pretended she was interested in the conversation— Why are you so quiet, Luke?— she asked him while he was cleaning the counter. Finally he looked up at her, meeting her gaze.
— I'm a monosyllabic person.— he answered and Lorelai had to chuckle.
— You seem strange. What's going on?— she asked caressing his arm— Aren't you happy I'm here?
— No! Of course he is happy you're here!— Lorelai said faking a cheer tone— He just doesn't want to get in trouble at home.— she joked and Luke shook his head.
Then the bells jingled again and Rory entered the diner. She went straight towards her mother and kissed her cheek. After that she pecked Luke on the cheek and sat on a stool on Lorelai's left side.
— Hey mom, hey dad. You don't have any idea of the bunch of homework I have today. I mean, they think just because it's Friday we can spend the whole weekend studding. I mean, I have that amazing book that I wanted to finish this weekend and Sunday is the marathon of "the fat ladies" episodes. Today is our movie night and... God! Soooo many thing to do! Please, please, please tell me we aren't going to the mall tomorrow mom, 'cause I know the Fall just started and we need new clothes but we can do it later this week, right?— Rory babbled as her mother always does and later added:— Dad coffee would be wonderful, hmmm and cheeseburger and fries and bacon and...
— Too much calories, Rory.— Luke said to her while Rachel and Lorelai kept quiet.
— Okay you can put lettuce on the burger but no tomatoes today. Like you probably already realized I'm stressed.
— Poor babe.— Lorelai teased but Rory pretended she didn't heard.— I was thinking... How about we got to Sniffy's tonight?
— But it's movies night.— Rory pointed.
— I know! But what if we go to Sniffy's first? I mean we really like this place but Luke probably likes it more and as we always convince him to watch the movies with us, I thought it would be good if we go there first and later we watch the movie. It would be just one movie though... and if he's too tired he can go to bed and unhappily not watch "Hardbodies" but at last he will spend a part of the night with his favorite girls— Lorelai said emphasizing the word "favorite".
— Mom that sounds like fun, but since we'll just watch one movie and not until we come back. Don't you think it would be better if I stay home and you and dad go to Sniffy's? Then I can start my homework and later watch the movie with you. That way tomorrow I have the time to finish my homework, finish reading the book and I guess maybe we can go to the mall on Sunday and watch the marathon later.
— But honey, I reaaaaaaaaaallllllllllyyyyyyyyy want you to come with us.— Lorelai widened.
— Mall and "the fat ladies" marathon...— Rory offered smiling.
— Okay, if it's okay with your dad...— Lorelai looked at Luke who was just watching them.
— It's okay by me.— he agreed and smiled.
— Great so it's a deal. We really need some time alone— Lorelai said and leaned over the counter to kiss him. Rachel looked at them astonished.
— Okay! I already gave you guys the evening alone so please stop with the dirtiness in the middle of the diner.— Rory said making a face and in silence Rachel thanked her for this— I'm still thirsty and hungry over here.
— Okay I guess I want a...— Lorelai started to order but then Luke's phone ringed. Lorelai grabbed it— Luke's. Sookie? Why are you calling me here?— she asked confused— Yeah...that's true I'm always here... what? You have to speak slowly so I can understand what you're saying…. Alright hon'…. What?… But Sook the party starts in 30 minutes... That's why you're freaking out... well I understand...— she giggled— No I'm not laughing...I'm coming over. I promise I'll be there as fast as I can. I swear. Yeah on Rory's health ...
— Hey!— Rory exclaimed.
— If I stay here talking to you I won't be able to come... Bye.— Lorelai hung up and grabbed her purse from the counter.— Sookie is freaking out because something happened with the preparations... I gotta go.— she kissed Rory.
— But you didn't eat anything...— Luke said.
— I'll eat something Sookie made.— she walked around the counter and kissed him eagerly and with that Rachel's eyes grew wider— 7 works for you?— Luke nodded a little bewildered as Rachel watched the whole scene.
Lorelai waved good by to Rachel who was sitting there on her seat, kind of shocked. Luke went to the kitchen and Rachel followed him.
— She is over 8.— Rachel said simply and Luke didn't even looking at her. He shook his head negatively— I guess I can't stay in your apartment.— Luke hadn't spoken a word— If you already have a family, why are you still looking at me like that? Like you looked at me when I left 8 years ago.— Rachel asked.
— You can't just show up here and pretend that everything you've said and done is erased.— he said frying Rory's burger.— You can't stay in the apartment.
Rachel nodded but he didn't saw it as he didn't turned around. She left the kitchen and when he didn't heard her footsteps anymore he closed his eyes tiredly. Why did she came back?
Rachel went towards the gazebo and sat down. She really thought she could come back and Luke would be waiting for her. That he would open his arms and wanting to feel her against his chest the moment he saw her. She thought he would hug her tightly as he did before. Before... though years passed... She had chosen her career. And now he has his own family. When that girl, Rory, called him "dad", she despaired. God! She thought that the girl really was his daughter. That he had her the time they were together. When he shook his head a few minutes ago she felt a comforting relief. She couldn't help but cry. But she couldn't give up, she came to get him back and that was what she was going to do. Resting her face in her hands she stood there... alone...
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Lorelai entered the house and checked the messages, one of those was from Sookie telling her about the problem she resolved a few minutes ago so she verified that Sookie left her the message before she called her at the diner. The other was from her mother, telling her about the dinner they would have in 2 weeks from now; and the last one was Luke's. He was just checking the time he would pick her up.
Tiredly she fell on her bed and closed her eyes. She wished that with it, the scene from the diner would disappear. Rachel just came back to ruin her day. Caressing her belly she spend minutes that seemed like seconds laying there.
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— Lorelai? Are you ready?— Luke called, entering the house with Rory.
— Almost.— Lorelai called from the bedroom— just have to finish my make up, put shoes on and grab my purse.
— So 30 minutes works for you?— Luke said sarcastically.
— Há ha— she forced a laugh— You're so funny, mister.
10 minutes later, there she descended the stairs, radiant. Luke who was siting on the couch talking with Rory turned around and checked her out, amazed. She was wearing a black dress and her hair was straight. He was at a loss of words.
— You... are...— she kissed him slightly.
— Oh shut up, Luke! Your voice is annoying me. Can you be quiet for sec?— she smiled at him and he laughed— Hon'— she turned to Rory— are you sure you don't want to come with us?
— Positive. Make sure you'll drive save and come back in whole pieces.— Rory smiled and waved good bye.
— Bye hon', if you need something just call okay? Chinese is in the fridge as is the rest of the pizza we ate last Sunday. Anyway I'll bring something with us. Wait up for me.— Rory nodded. Lorelai kissed her.
— Bye Rory and don't turn on the stove.— Luke warned.
— Dad I was 8 when I turned it on and burned myself. But I'm 12 already and I know how to use it, though I won't do it anyway.— Rory rolled her eyes, Luke kissed her forehead. They waved good bye and before Lorelai left she grabbed her pink overcoat with gold buttons and Luke grabbed his usual green coat.
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They arrived at Sniffy's and were greeted by Masie and Buddy who were at the entrance waiting for their guests. Lorelai told about Rory, Luke about the diner and the old couple about how the business was doing. After that Luke and Lorelai went towards their table.
— So why did you wanted to come here?— Luke asked placing his arm around her shoulder.
— Because you like it here, I like it here. And because we are so busy with the inn or the diner that we haven't been spending much time together lately.— she rested her head on his shoulder— I miss you— she looked up and he lift her chin to kiss her.
— I love you Lorelai, I really do.— he kissed her again. The waitress came closer, she waited a bit but they were so entertained that she had to cough to get them to look at her.
— What can I get you?— she asked grinning. Luke sat straight shyly.
— I guess I want lasagna, I've been graving that since yesterday.— Lorelai ordered and looked at Luke who ordered the same.
— And to drink?
— Beer.
— Coke.
— It will be ready in a minute.— and the woman left the place.
— Oh my God! Luke you have to stop that. You're my husband. You don't have to feel shy when you kiss me in a public place.— Lorelai giggled.
— Why did Sookie called you?— he changed the subject.
— Well the cake fell on the floor and the kid's mother freaked out, telling that her son's party would be ruined. Then it was Sookie's time to freak out.— She laughed— I thought it was fun to see that mount of glace on the floor. But then Michel stepped on it, dirtying his German shoe. So he cursed in French.— they both laughed.
— Seems like your day was great.— Luke assumed and Lorelai nodded after a long sigh.
— How do you feel about Rachel coming back?— she asked abruptly gazing him.
— I don't know.— he answered after a moment of surprise and shrugged— I thought she would never come back again... but it's her life and she does with it what she wants.— he sighed and sipped the beer the waitress placed on the table in that minute.
— You won't forget what she did, right?— she asked kind of resentfully.
— It doesn't matter anymore, Lorelai. She left and I was broken. But now it isn't important. It doesn't matter if she is here or not. I would never choose her. If I would've been with her when you arrived in Stars Hollow I would have broken up with her. I'd still be with you.— Some tears welled up and Lorelai jumped up, hugging him tightly. It were probably the hormones.
— Do you love me so much?— she asked in a whisper.
— Of course I do, or I wouldn't watch "Casablanca" 3 times on the month.— he smiled. She grabbed his hand and he looked at her confused. She placed it on her belly.
— I'm pregnant.— she said without any hesitation. Luke was speechless. His eyes widened and his voice embargoed.
Lorelai was expecting a reaction, but he was stagnant. She started to feel panicked. Maybe he wasn't ready for it. She pulled apart but he finally moved. He grabbed her arm and pulled her close. They could feel each others breath. He placed his hands on her back and she put her hand on his neck. He came closer and kissed her sweetly. Later it became eagerly but still lovely. She couldn't know if he was ready, but she knew he was enjoying it as much as she was. That he was as happy as she was.
— I'm really happy.— he told her, smiling.
— Our babe appreciates it.
And she kissed him again. It was a great night to forget the terrible afternoon.
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Lorelai entwined her fingers with Luke's and entered the house. They found Rory laying on the couch.
— Hey. Do you guys believe I almost finished it? It's unbelievable. Anyway how was the night?— Rory asked and Lorelai's face shrank on her usual smile.
— It was amazing, hon'.— suddenly she hugged her daughter.
— Dad? Is everything okay? Too much martini?— Rory asked concerned but Luke just shook his head.
— She's better than ever, Rory.— Luke confirmed and kissed her forehead, smiling.
— Okay, I'm really curious right now. Tell me what's happening.— she stood up.
— We can't give you any more details.— Luke told her.
— Oh. Is it one of those things I really don't wanna know?— Rory asked making a face.
— No. You really wanna know. But you'll have to wait.— Lorelai said making Rory even more curious.
— It isn't fair. Tell me right now!— Rory exclaimed.
— Hey where does this come from?— Lorelai giggled.
— Your genes.— Rory rolled her eyes— So tell me! I can't be the betrayed wife!— she frowned.
— You won't be the last to know. It's just the two of us. And you'll know soon.— Luke assured.
— Why do you guys do this? I mean if you don't want to tell me, it would be much simpler not look like you're hiding something very interesting from me!
— But if we do that, it wouldn't be so much fun as it's now!— Lorelai grinned and sat on the couch, taking her shoes off.
— Tonight I'll join you. "Hardbodies" huh?— Luke put the bags with junk food on the table and sat down next to Lorelai.
— You, my dad, Lucas Danes, are going to watch "Hardbodies" without any complaints?— Rory asked stupefied and Luke nodded— Something really happened. What's it? Don't you want me to be happy too?—Rory smiled at them.
— It's time to call Joe.— Lorelai said grabbing the phone, calling the pizza guy.
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— Rory! Rory!— Lorelai called from her room, but she not obtained an answer— Rory! Rory! Roryyyy! Are you deaf?
— Gahhhh!— someone moaned, climbing on the stairs.
— Rory is that you?
She got an answer when a moody Rory appeared in front of her. She looked terrible, her face was creased, her hair totally messed and her robe was dragging on the floor.
— What do you want?— asked rubbing her eyes.
— A floor cloth and a detergent would be great.
— You've got to be kidding me! Did you forgot how to walk? Because the bathroom it's right there and inside the bathroom is the detergent, and...—Rory looked down and shook her head— Again: The bathroom is right there, mom. You throw up on the toilet, got it? You aren't 2 anymore! And still, if you threw up on the floor what is really gross and you shouldn't do anymore, and with it I mean never ever again, you need to grab the floor cloth and the detergent by yourself. I'm the kid here, not you. Let me sleep!— Rory rolled her eyes and was almost descending the stairs when her mother threw up on the floor again.— Oh man! You have to stop your stubbornness and go to the doctor, you're sick, mom!
— I'm not sick! I'm just... please Rory clean up for me. Remember that your birth was really painful.— She passed her hand on her forehead to dry the sweat. Rory walked towards the bed, trying to not step on the vomit.
— Mom... what's happening?— Lorelai looked at her and smiled.
— I'm okay, sweets. I really am. I just need to lie down for awhile okay? Do you think you can finish your homework during the morning?— Rory nodded and kissed the top of Lorelai's head.
— I'll clean up and finish the homework. Our schedule changed huh? Seems like we'll shop today.— Rory smiled.
— You're so smart. You're so like me.— Rory shook her head and rolled her eyes.
— Don't think you'll can run away from it, young lady. I still want to know why you were so happy last night.
What Rory didn't knew was what Lorelai and Luke were planning. Luke had an idea last night to how tell Rory that they would have a baby around. Lorelai covered herself and tried to sleep a little more.
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— You guys are broke?— Rory asked. Luke and Lorelai looked at her confused.
— No, why?— he asked.
— Because we're walking for 45 minutes and we saw beautiful clothes but we didn't bought anything. So I assumed. If you guys are broke it's okay. We can shop another day...
— We aren't broke, we just didn't found what we're looking for.
— And what would that be?— Rory gestured and frowned. Neither Lorelai or Luke responded— Oh another secret!
Lorelai replied with a "yeah" and walked towards a store.
— Here!— she pointed to the baby clothing in the window shop. Rory looked at them and frowned one more time.
— Are that clothes for my thumb?— she asked and Lorelai chuckled. She grabbed Luke's hand.
— It's for your baby brother or sister.— Luke told her. The message entered Rory's mind. After 3 or 4 seconds she processed it.
— OH MY GOD!— with a wide smile she jumped up and down.
Finally she thought and caressed her mother's belly.
The 3 of them stood there looking at the baby clothes, looking to their futures. They couldn't help but smile. They were waiting for this for so long and finally they were having it. They entered the store and bought some clothes in neutral colors.
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