Happy Homecoming

Summary: Post AYITL, Logan is back in New York, things are over with Odette, will his Ace give him another chance?

Disclaimer: All I own is my own, the characters I place in my imaginings belong to ASP.

A/N: This is the last chapter, thank you all for your encouragement and I should have another one up soon.

Chapter 6 – I Love You So, I always Will

The day of the wedding had finally arrived and the whole group was all atwitter with joy for the impending nuptials. They arrived at the stated venue and were blindsided by the reality of it. Rory thought she had reeled them in the reality was they had placated her. Rory, Logan and even Lorelai had to surrender and admit defeat, Miss Celine had ambushed them that Saturday with wedding clothing selections and Rory had caved to the exquisite gown she now wore, in all they agreed it didn't matter the outcome would be the same and the families would be well appeased.

Rory stared at her reflection, today she would become Mrs. Logan Huntzberger, she could not believe it, her mother approved, his mother approved, it was almost Daliesque, in its bizarreness. Her hair was up and a tiara in place with a short veil over her eyes, the dress was a symphony of lace and dotted with crystals, the light hit is just so giving her an ethereal glow. She stared at her reflection she never thought she would wear such a dress, be married in a cathedral, have a reception with over 1000 guests, but as she stood there none of it mattered. All the fuss, the planning the strings that were pulled for the wedding of the year, no, none of it mattered because in the end she would be married to the love of her life, they would begin a life together and in the not too distant future they would welcome a son. She laid her hand on upon her barely there bump, Logan had been so careful of her after the dizzy episodes, he even scheduled a doctor visit to one of the most exclusive OB's in Connecticut. The doctor had given her an exam and her blood pressure had been a bit low, this is normal as the hormones tend to run high and as long as she took some general precautions, like not standing in one place to long, rising slowly from a seated position and lying on her side instead of her back, she should manage just fine. She considered how tricky that would be today and made a mental note to be careful, she didn't want anything to go wrong on her wedding day.

Lorelai and the other ladies entered the ready room, "Oh babe, you look beautiful, I have here your something blue.", it was a lovely blue silk and lace garter, with a crystal heart charm.

Emily came up after, "I have your something borrowed.", and places a stunning diamond necklace on her neck and handed her the matching earrings. "They belonged to my mother, she would have been so very proud of you." Emily gently kissed Rory's cheek as Rory adjusted the earrings.

Shira was next, "I have your something new, it is a freshly minted penny for your shoe, that you may always walk in prosperity and good fortune." The women were teary eyed but kept themselves in check, they didn't know she had already shared a private moment where she had already given Rory the simple diamond pin that she was wearing close to her heart, Shira had worn it as had Honor, it was a remnant of Shira's family's southern heritage, a symbol of family strength no matter the times.

Paris came up to her, "See I told you he wouldn't spook, you can roust him with your spurs and he is staying right there." She hugged her dear friend. She pinned an Angel to her shoulder, " So you will know you are always be looked after."

Last but not least was Lane, "You look beautiful" she took her best friend's hand and wrapped a charm bracelet around her wrist, then explained, "This represents our friendship and your future, the first charm is a schoolhouse because that is where we met, the second is a cheese wedge to remember your dreams, the third is a feather quill, remember your goals and next is a heart charm with todays date, so you will always remember the day you publicly declared your love of one another."

The women embraced and soon there was a knock at the door signally it was time to begin. The grandmothers and Mother's were escorted to their seats and the women stepped into the hall to their waiting escorts as Rory leaned into her dad, "Thanks for agreeing to let Luke help give me away, it means so much to have you both by my side." She kissed his cheek then leaned to Luke, "Thank you for always being there for me." She kissed his cheek as well.

The processional began and Rory was led down the aisle toward the man she loved most on the arms of the men, who raised her, they stopped at the appointed mark and released her to his protection taking their seats, then the minister began the ceremony and all Rory and Logan saw was each other. He took his solemn vows placing the ring upon her finger, she did likewise and soon the minister pronounced then husband and wife, Logan kissed his bride dipping her for effect then, righted her. They turned to those in attendance and were introduced as Mr. and Mrs. Logan Huntzberger. The recessional played and they funneled out to the waiting cars that would take them to the reception venue. Rory leaned on his shoulder and Logan held her close.

"How are you holding up Ace, I know this isn't how we planned it any regrets; not feeling too tired, feeling okay?" He place a small kiss on her forehead.

"It is nice to be seated and I have no regrets the results were the same and this has already been such an emotional day." She sighed and accepted the cool water he handed her.

"Well wife, enjoy the ride and I will be sure that you have a ready chair whenever you are in need of it."

What Rory did not know was that Logan had arranged for reclining couches to be all about the room so that any lady , including his pregnant wife could recline, feet up in a proper manner, it made the reception more Victorian, but he was more than happy to accommodate. They entered the reception to applause and danced the first dance as expected, Logan then led her to a reclining sofa and encouraged her to relax with her feet up as lovey treats were brought to her. She looked around and was pleased to see other of her guests so inclined as well and marveled at the thoughtfulness and caring of her husband. Wow, her husband, Logan, the once touted playboy of Yale, was her husband, sweet, devoted and caring. She placed her hand absently on her tummy and thought of what a great father he would be as well.

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