Author's Note: Sorry for the long hiatus guys, I've been super busy! I got married and had a child and all that those things entail, but I recently made the move from Corporate Ladder Climber to a SAHM (stay at home mom) and so hopefully that will mean more updates for my wonderful readers!

This chapter has been a little harder to write but I've known what I wanted to happen since I started writing this story. And, I know there were some negative reactions to the Trory action so soon, so I'm going to explain that too. For the purpose of this story, Lane and Zack aren't together (yet) she's still with Dave, doing the long distance thing.

Thanks for those of you who have stuck with me through all of this and who will keep reading and reviewing my stories! You guys are the best. So without further ado, here it is!

"You have to tell me what's going on Chris! I'm trying to be good, and patient, and not bug the pretty boy who's going through all this trouble for our daughter but enough is enough! I know you're in on it!" Chris just nodded at her.

"He called me this morning said he was throwing something together last minute and that my girls needed me, so here I am."

"That easy, huh? Just a phone call from a strange man who tells you he wants to woo your daughter and you just drive…"

"Fly." He interrupted her.

"What?"

"Fly." He reiterated. "I flew. Tristan had a plan waiting at the airport and whisked me straight here."

"Hmmmm. Now you really have to tell me what's going on." Chris shook his head.

"No way! This is just as much for you as it is for Rory. Plus, he said he'd have me killed if I told." Loreali grinned.

"I really like this guy!" Chris chuckled.

"You know, he's as enamored with you as he is with Rory I think. And he didn't sound scared at all, even after being tortured by Miss Patti, the kid's got some kid of determination." It was her turn to shrug and explain.

"He's been after her since Chilton. I guess he feels like this is his chance. He's kind of ruining the whole perfect proposal thing though." Chris' eyes widened.

"Proposal?" His voice sounded panicked, making Loreali laugh.

"He's really going to have to top himself on this one." Chris let out a deep breath and reached out his hand.

"No more coffee for you tonight."

"Tristan, you have to tell us what's going on!" And there it was, the patented smirk.

"Actually, I don't, but nice try." The girls were following him somewhere when he took her into a smaller room than the ones she had been in all day. Rory pouted at him but he just smiled down at her, brushing her cheek with his knuckles. "Will you just be patient? It's killing me too if it makes you feel any better."

"There you are! I thought he'd killed you!" She heard her mother call out and then saw the pair appear, followed by squealing and laughing when the older Gilmore saw Lane. "Okay, totally going to have to work way hard after this!" Tristan just looked at her questioningly.

"Apparently if you ever propose, you're going to have to top this." Chris explained, feeling like the men were going to have to stick together through this night.

"So… is that it?" Rory asked making Tristan laugh and lean in close to her to whisper where only she could here.

"Not even close baby." Rory blushed and tilted her head down.

"Now, if you ladies will please excuse us." He led Chris out of the room just as Margie and Trina reappeared with the boxes that the dresses had been wrapped in before.

"If you'll follow us we're going to take you to hair and makeup." Loreali giggled and the girls followed them into a back part of the room, three vanities set up with the perfect lighting and six women stood. The girls were told which seats to sit in and then brushes and curling irons and flat irons started flying around. An hour later, Margie and Trina helped the girls dress and brought them three small flowers with pins on them. And then they heard a knock on the door. Margie opened it and ushered Chris in.

"Miss. Gilmore, your escort has arrived." Chris handed Loreali a small white orchid corsage and she pinned her flower to his lapel. He took her by the elbow and they walked over to a small wooden arch covered in flowers where a photographer stood ready. He took several pictures of the couple, serious and not so much before Chris slowly led her away. There was another knock at the door and Trina opened it this time.

"Miss. Kim, your escort has arrived." And there in the doorway stood Lane's Dave. And just as quickly as he'd appeared Lane launched herself into his arms. Laughing, Dave handed her a simple white rose corsage and she pinned a rose onto his lapels. The couple took pictures and then waited patiently for the next knock to come. After quite a pause, there it was. Quiet but sure, just like the man behind it.

"Miss. Gilmore, your escort has finally arrived." The sight of Rory in that dress nearly took his breath away. Her hair was curled into an up twist with tendrils hanging down around her face, her blue eyes radiant even at a small distance.

"I'm sorry I had to keep you waiting, but I promise I think it will all be worth it in the end." Her corsage was a white Lily on a black bracelet that fit her wrist perfectly. They took their pictures and then the customary couples pictures where they all join in together commenced. Pictures with the girls, and the guys and mix matched pairings of the three couples. Finally Tristan motioned to Margie who opened a back door of the room and the sounds of New York came flooding in and the sight of a stretched black limousine came into view. The couples filed out of the room towards the waiting car when Tristan held out his hand to her.

"Ready Mary?"

"For just about anything." She said with a smile.

In the car the excitement was reaching it's boiling point. The Gilmore Girls were not known for their patience, obscene amounts of food consumption, yes; patience, not even close.

"Alright Bible Boy. It's time." Loreali's words came more as a threat than anything else. And then like magic, the car stopped. And as if she hadn't just threatened him, she clapped her hands together like a little girl and rubbed them together making everyone laugh.

The door was opened and the couples were standing in front of a large building with daunting white steps. The photographer was there, snapping pictures like crazy and the girls gave him something to photograph.

Tristan took Dave aside and then he led Lane into the building with a big grin on his face, the couple talking quickly and quietly, making Loreali pout.

"Not fair! You are officially Spawn of Satan again!" Tristan smiled nervously and took a deep breath.

"I know it's not my fault, but in high school you didn't get to do something you won't ever admit you really wanted to. Both of you. And I want to show you that I can give you things that you want and I can make you happy. I will do everything in my power Rory, just to see that gorgeous smile on your face. All I'm asking is for a chance. From both of you." He turned his attention to Loreali then. "I know she'll never even think about it without your permission, but I have never felt more comfortable in a place I've never been before than in your town. I even wrangled Luke's coffee grounds from him for you guys. I love your house and your town and your little family that you've created. All I'm asking for is a chance." Loreali smiled and nodded.

"Nice speech. But we want to go inside." At first Tristan looked deflated but Loreali continued. "I'd hate for all your hard effort to be wasted in death. And of course, you are like a Gilmore Girl already." Laughing, Chris led her towards the door.

"And you?" Rory looked unsure but as he took a step back, she knew she never wanted to watch him walk away from her again.

"I'm in." Tristan's wide grin and relieved expression made Rory's heart swell, but nothing like the heated kiss they shared.

"Don't mess that hair up!" Loreali called to them from the doorway.

"Ready?" She nodded shyly and snaking her arm through his, he led her to the door. Handing the man some tickets the door was opened for them. The room sparkled with lights and candles and there were couples every where and when it hit the Gilmore Girls what he had done, they both cried and kissed his cheek.

They were at their high school prom.