Fate, Or Something Like It
Section 4: A Wedding To Remember
Chapter 40
1 Bride, 1 Groom, 2 Exs
Disclaimer: I have nothing to say except Yay!
A/N: The wedding! Finally. After 39 chapters, we will see a wedding to remember! If only the show would be the same as my story. Anyways, I am going to try and make this the longest chapter by far. This will be about getting ready for the wedding, having flashbacks (from previous chapters, and some from episodes), the actual wedding, the reception, and the wedding night. Get ready for a very long chapter.
5:45 A.M. June 3, 1987
Sun poured through the small window across the room and landed on a waking Lorelai. She gently sat up and rubbed her eyes. She looked around and smiled. Today's my wedding day. She slipped out of bed and walked into the bathroom. She peered into the mirror at herself. Her face was a rosy pink. Her hair was tussled, but straight. Her eyes had no dark circles, and when she smiled, her teeth shone bright.
Life couldn't be better for Lorelai. She had three beautiful kids and a fiancé that, not only she loved, but loved her back.
She turned on the shower and walked out of the bathroom. She walked over to the suitcase she had packed and pulled out a lacy pair of white underwear. She went back into the bathroom, shed Luke's flannel and her underwear and stepped into the warm shower. She let it cascade sown her shoulders and turned around. She bent her head under the water and let it flow through her hair. Chill bumps ran up her arm and down on her stomach. She took the complementary shampoo from the side of the shower, tore open the lid, and poured some onto her head. She scrubbed it into her scalp, then turned around to rinse it off.
About that same time Luke was getting up. He unlocked the bedroom door and went out. He checked the kids' room to see if Liz came by and took them. She had. He then went back in his room to get ready.
The wedding was a few hours away, and Lorelai still had to go to the beauty shop, but she couldn't help but put on her dress. After getting out of the shower, she wrapped a towel around her and went to the closet where the dress hung. She pulled the beautiful gown off the hanger, threw her towel down and pulled it on.
For almost an hour she searched for just the perfect one. Then she found it. The Perfect Dress. Words could not describe it's beauty. It was a princess dress. It was strapless and the bodice was lacy with encrusted pearls. The rest of the dress was white with lace at the hem.
Lorelai stepped inside the dressing room and shed her clothes. She looked in the mirror to reveal herself with her lacy pink bra and lacy underwear looking back at her. She smiled. I'm getting married! She took the dress and slipped it on. First of course taking off her bra. She zipped it up and looked at her reflection. Perfect. It fit's perfect. The dress wasn't too loose, or too tight. It fit perfect and even the length was right. She marveled at how that could be.
It really was amazing for a dress that was off the rack to fit her. She was so happy when she took it home. Every night she got up out of bed and tried it on. She would walk up and down the stairs, as if she was a princess walking into a ball. And whenever Luke woke up, she would run into the bathroom and lock the door.
"The thing I remember most, was the entire week before my wedding, I would wait for my mother to go to sleep, and I'd sneak out of bed and I'd put on my wedding dress, and my tiara, and my gloves, and I would stare at myself in the mirror and think how safe I felt. How very right and wise and honored..." Emily trailed off noticing the young women around her smiling. "This is a very good drink, I highly recommend it."
"Okay, I gotta make a call." Sookie picked her phone up and dialed.
"Are you calling Jackson?" Miss Patty asked from the end of the table.
"No, well yes, but it's only because I need to pick up something I left at his house. That if it's still there I should...Hi honey it's me." Sookie said getting up and walking away from the table.
"Oh no, not you too." Miss Patty said noticing Lorelai pull out her phone.
"No it's..I'll be quick." Lorelai replied getting up and walking off.
She made her way too the back of the drag club and dialed Luke. "Hey babe." Lorelai said when he answered.
"Hey." Luke replied. "What's up? I thought you were at your bachelorette party?"
"I am." Lorelai smiled. "Just wanted to check in."
"Well everything is peachy here." Luke replied. "We're just hanging out, drinking beer."
"Any strippers?"
"Just one. Her name's Trixie. She says she can give us a good time." Luke said with the guys in the back ground laughing. "No, just us hanging out."
"Good."
Lorelai took a look over. Beautiful. The dress was absolutely beautiful. She quickly took it off, hung it back on the hanger, and went over to her suitcase. She pulled out a pair of blue jeans, and a green t-shirt. She pulled back her hair, grabbed her purse, and left out of the room.
"I'm Lorelai, I have an appointment." Lorelai said to the teenager at the desk.
"Lorelai you said?" the girl said smacking her gum.
"Yes, I have an appointment to do my hair, nails, and make-up."
"Sit down and I'll have someone with you in a moment."
Lorelai walked over to the sitting area and sat down. She picked up 'Modern Bride' and flipped through.
Within ten minutes a young brown haired lady walked over.
"Are you Lorelai?" She asked.
Lorelai pushed the magazine aside and stood up. "Yes I am."
"I'm Stacy, I'll be your hair stylist." The lady shook Lorelai's hand. "Follow me."
Lorelai followed the lady to the back of the salon to where there was two other ladies.
"This is Monica, she'll be doing your nails." Stacy said motioning to a young blonde. "And this is Macy. She's doing your make-up."
"Hi." Lorelai greeted to each of the ladies.
"We're going to start with your nails." Monica chipped in. "Sit here."
3 hours later Lorelai was picked up by Mia.
"You are beautiful!" She said smiling. "Your hair is just perfect."
"Thanks Mia."
Mia started to cry.
"Don't cry."
"I just can't help it." Mia said crying. "I'm just so happy."
"Oh Mia."
1 hour before the wedding
Luke pulled on his bow tie. He looked in the mirror and straightened his jacket. I'm getting married. Luke remembered when he proposed. Lorelai had just told him she was pregnant.
"I've got some news, but you have to promise not to take it bad."
"Okay." Luke said unsure.
"Well I went to the doctor the other day and they took a test."
"What kind of test?" Luke asked feeling like something wasn't right.
"A...a...a...pregnancy test."
Luke's eyes widened. "You're not...Are you?"
"Kinda." Lorelai replied softly.
"So we're..."
"Yea."
"And I'm the father."
"Yea."
"And we..."
"Yea."
"What do we do?"
"I don't know." Lorelai breaks down crying. "I am so sorry Luke. I wished I could have prevented it."
"Why?" Luke gently rubs her shoulder.
"Because you don't want a kid." Lorelai cries. "And I'm pregnant with one."
"It's not a big deal. And I never said I didn't want a kid."
"Then what do we do?"
"Get married?"
"No Luke I don't want to get married just because I'm pregnant. I don't want another Christopher."
"Well..." Luke turns over and grabs his pants from the ground. "I was going to do this anyway, so it's not like I want to just cause your pregnant. I mean I had this planned out. I was going to give it to you when I came last night, but then we well..."
Lorelai sits up on her elbow.
"But, well here." Luke hands Lorelai a small velvet box.
"What is it Luke?" Lorelai opens the box and looks shocked. "Oh my god. Oh my god."
Luke takes the ring. He slips his class ring off of her finger and slips on the ring.
"Lorelai Gilmore, will you marry me?"
Lorelai starts crying and can't speak.
"Yes!" Lorelai nearly yells.
He was nervous when she told him. He felt like bolting, but he didn't. He stuck around. He was there, the whole time. He became a father, and now a husband.
Lorelai had finally made it back to the inn. She had gotten to her room and found Sookie, Liz, Allison, and Rory getting ready.
"You're getting married!" Sookie squealed enveloping Lorelai in a hug. "I can't believe it!"
"Neither can I." Lorelai said smiling.
"You nervous?" Liz asked from the bathroom sink.
"Not really."
"Really?" Mia asked.
Lorelai smiled. "I'm scared to death."
Everyone laughed.
"I guess I better get my dress on." Lorelai said walking over to her dress and pulling it off the hanger. "Could you help me Mia?"
Mia came over to Lorelai and held the dress up while Lorelai shed all of her clothes, except her underwear, and stepped into the dress. Mia zipped it up, and Lorelai turned to the girls.
"Do you like?" She asked patting the skirt.
"Beautiful." Both Liz and Sookie said. "Just beautiful."
Luke took the walk up to the aisle while glancing at the filled chairs on both sides. He noticed Emily and Richard, with some elder lady. He also noticed his father with the twins. He took his place next to Reverend Skinner and waited.
The wedding was starting and Lorelai's stomach was full of butterflies. She heard the music play and watched as Allison and Rory made their way down the aisle dropping flowers. Then it was Liz's turn. She made her way down the aisle and stopped at the front. Then Sookie and Jackson. They walked arm in arm down the aisle kissed each other's cheek and split to their places. Then the wedding march began. It was Lorelai's time. She carefully stepped down the stairs. Am I doing the right thing? She thought, but as soon as her eyes met Luke's she knew the answer.
Luke looked up to be met by Lorelai's eyes. He wanted to faint. She was beautiful. Her hair was swooped back in curls and curls let loose around her ears. Her dress was a thing of beauty. He couldn't have pictured her looking any better. As she made her way down the aisle their eyes stayed locked on each other.
"We are gathered here to day to celebrate the joining of Lucas William Danes and Lorelai Victoria Gilmore." Reverend Skinner began. "Before we begin it is a tradition to ask, is there anyone who believes these two should not be together, please speak now or forever hold your peace."
Reverend Skinner paused, not expecting what was to come.
"I believe they shouldn't get married." Someone said in the back.
"Me too." Another voice came.
The couple looked back to find none other than Christopher Hayden and Anna Nardini.
"Damn it!" Luke yelled angry. "Get out of here! Both of you!"
Richard stood up and made his way to the back. He pulled Christopher off. A few seconds later Liz took Anna off.
"I swear to God Christopher Hayden, if you don't leave now, I'll slaughter you."
"Come on Richard. I want to be with Lorelai. I love her."
"I really don't give a damn!" Richard shouted pulling Christopher closer. "If you don't get the hell out of here, Rory will have no father."
"Let go of me." Christopher shouted. Richard did and he ran off.
While Richard had it out with Christopher, Liz was having it out with Anna.
"Damn it Anna!" Liz shouted. "Why do you have to screw up Luke's life?"
"What the hell do you mean?" Anna replied.
"I mean you come here, stop my brother's wedding and don't even care."
"I belong with Luke, no one else."
"Get the hell out of here!" Liz shouted in Anna's face.
"No."
"Then I'll make you." Liz punched Anna hard in the face to knock her out. "Whenever you wake up get out of here or you'll get more of that."
Liz walked off.
Finally 30 minutes later, everyone was calmed down and the wedding was back on.
"Repeat after me." Reverend said to Luke. "I Lucas Danes, take thee Lorelai Gilmore to be my wife. To have and to hold, through sickness and in health, till death do us part, as long as we both shall live."
"I Lucas Danes take thee Lorelai Gilmore to be my wife. To have and to hold, through sickness and in health till death do us part, as long as we both shall live."
"Please place the ring on her finger." Luke did so.
"Now repeat after me." He said to Lorelai. "I Lorelai Gilmore, take thee Lucas Danes to be my husband. To have and to hold, through sickness and in health, till death do us part, as long as we both shall live."
Lorelai repeated each and every word then slipped on his ring.
"You may kiss the bride." Skinner announced.
Luke took Lorelai in his arms and kissed her hard. Not a single eye was dry.
"I can't believe we're married." Lorelai said.
The newlyweds were on their way to the wedding reception in the town square.
"Maybe we should just skip the whole reception and go straight to the wedding night?" Luke said gently kissing her arm. "After all we should celebrate."
Lorelai giggled at Luke's words.
"Don't worry. We'll have plenty of time after the reception."
Luke just frowned.
"Don't frown, we have about 5 minutes."
Luke smiled and leaned in to kiss her. Just as it began to get heated they arrived.
"Welcome everyone to the reception for Mr. and Mrs. Danes." Mia shouted over the microphone. "I wanted to start by having a toast to the bride and groom." Mia said holding up her glass. "To the bride and groom." Everyone took a sip of their drinks. "Now the speeches." Mia sat down her drink. "I'll go first. I've known Lucas ever since he was born. He was like my son. I've known Lorelai a shorter amount of time, but I feel like she's my daughter. I love you both and wish you the best of luck." Mia started to cry. "Take care. Sookie."
Sookie made her way to the stage. She took the microphone and cleared her throat.
"I'm Sookie St. James. Lorelai's best friend." Sookie said pointing to Lorelai. "The bride. Anyways, I've known Lorelai for a few years, she's the sweetest, prettiest and most funniest person I've ever met. Luke, who've I've known a tad longer is the total opposite. He's not funny and always grouchy, but ever since he met Lorelai, he's been happy. Thanks Lorelai for making him happy. And good luck. I wish you well."
"Let's clear the floor for the married couple's first dance."
Everyone cleared the floor and Lorelai pulled Luke up for the dance. He pulled her to him and placed his hand on her lower back. Lorelai laid her head on his shoulder and the music began.
Sometimes the snow comes down in june
Sometimes the sun goes 'round the moon
I see the passion in your eyes
Sometimes it's all a big surprise
'cause there was a time when all I did was wish
You'd tell me this was love
It's not the way I hoped or how I planned
But somehow it's enough
Lorelai smiled as she saw the smiling faces around her. She felt like she was on a cloud.
And now we're standing face to face
Isn't this world a crazy place
Just when I thought our chance had passed
You go and save the best for last
Luke thought about the woman in his arms. His wife. His beautiful wife. The love of his life.
All of the nights you came to me
When some silly girl had set you free
You wondered how you'd make it through
I wondered what was wrong with you
Lorelai thought about the time Luke had came to her door when he had disappeared. She remembered how much she missed him
'cause how could you give your love to someone else
And share your dreams with me
Sometimes the very thing you're looking for
Is the one thing you can't see
She also thought about how bad she felt when she saw Luke with Anna. Even then she loved him.
And now we're standing face to face
Isn't this world a crazy place
Just when I thought our chance had passed
You go and save the best for last
Life was great. Luke was a husband and a father, and he was happy.
Sometimes the very thing you're looking for
Is the one thing you can't see
Luke remembered how much he loved Lorelai before they were even together.
Sometimes the snow comes down in June
Sometimes the sun goes 'round the moon
Just when I thought our chance had passed
You go and save the best for last
Luke really did go and save the best for last, Lorelai thought.
You went and saved the best for last
"If you're in love please join the couple on the dance floor for this next song."
Look into my eyes - you will see Don't tell me it's not worth tryin' for Look into your heart - you will find Don't tell me it's not worth fightin' for There's no love - like your love Oh - you can't tell me it's not worth tryin' for Ya know it's true
What you mean to me
Search your heart - search your soul
And when you find me there you'll search no more
You can't tell me it's not worth dyin' for
You know it's true
Everything I do - I do it for you
There's nothin' there to hide
Take me as I am - take my life
I would give it all - I would sacrifice
I can't help it - there's nothin' I want more
Ya know it's true
Everything I do - I do it for you
And no other - could give more love
There's nowhere - unless you're there
All the time - all the way
I can't help it - there's nothin' I want more I would fight for you - I'd lie for you
Walk the wire for you - ya I'd die for you
Everything I do - I do it for you
Everyone cleared the dance floor.
"All fathers and daughters please come onto the floor for the father-daughter dance."
Lorelai walked over to Richard and held out her hand. "Would you like to dance daddy?"
"Of course." Richard said standing up.
They made their way to the dance floor as Luke grabbed Rory and headed out himself.
I know a girl
She puts the color inside of my world
But she's just like a maze
Where all of the walls all continually change
And I've done all I can
To stand on her steps with my heart in my hands
Now I'm starting to see
Maybe it's got nothing to do with me
"Thanks for the letter daddy." Lorelai whispered.
"Your welcome."
"I'm sorry daddy." Lorelai said hugging into Richard. "For putting you through hell."
"It's fine Lorelai. That's what that note was for." Richard replied. "To show you how much, no matter what, I loved you."
"I love you too daddy." Oh, you see that skin? So fathers, be good to your daughters Boys, you can break On behalf of every man
Fathers, be good to your daughters
Daughters will love like you do
Girls become lovers who turn into mothers
So mothers, be good to your daughters too
It's the same she's been standing in
Since the day she saw him walking away
Now she's leftCleaning up the mess he made
Daughters will love like you do
Girls become lovers who turn into mothers
So mothers, be good to your daughters too
You'll find out how much they can take
Boys will be strong
And boys soldier on
But boys would be gone without the warmth from
A womans good, good heart
Looking out for every girl
You are the god and the weight of her world
"You know I'll always be there for you Lorelai."
"I know daddy."
So fathers, be good to your daughters
Daughters will love like you do
Girls become lovers who turn into mothers
So mothers, be good to your daughters too
"That was the greatest night I've ever had." Lorelai said as they were on their way back to the inn.
"The night hasn't ended yet." Luke replied as the car came to a stop.
"You girls are a mess." Luke said as he carried Lorelai into the room and setting her on the bed.
"Well we are girls."
"Ha ha ha." Luke said shutting the door and walking back over to Lorelai. "Now let's celebrate." Luke leaned in and kissed Lorelai.
"Wait." She said against his lips.
"What? Why?"
"Let me slip into something a little more comfortable." Lorelai said getting up and walking into the bathroom. Inside there she pulled off her dress and slipped on her blue flowery lingerie.
Luke sat un patiently waiting. Finally he saw the light go off and the door open. There Lorelai stood.
"My God." Luke said.
"That good huh?" Lorelai asked walking towards him.
Luke didn't reply, but grabbed her and pressed his lips to hers. Within a few minutes all clothes were shed and they were underneath the blankets for the night.
"I love you Luke Danes." Lorelai whispered breathless to Luke.
"I love you Lorelai Danes." Luke whispered just as breathless.
A/N: The story is over. Yes, you all thought there was going to be 10 more chapters, but I had to stop it here. 13 pages. Hope you like it. And I want to thank all of the reviewers who have reviewed and stayed with me this long. I want over 250 reviews, not trying to be stingy. Also, I was thinking about a sequel. If you like it enough I just might. Also, I heard a lot of stuff about this next episode that isn't so good. If you want to know message me. Okay, love ya'll all!