Luke's opened early this morning, already not in a good mood. If they stayed this under-staffed, Luke was beginning to worry that he might actually have to be here more than just dropping in once or twice a week, which would be a big hassle. As the regular breakfast crowd becan to filter in, he placed an even larger sign in the window.

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Luke unlocks the door to his new diner. He still can't believe he let his wife talk him into opening a second diner in this wacky town where she decided to send Rory to school and get a part time teaching job. As if he isn't busy enough. And to top it off, Liz heard about the school from Lorelai and decided to send Jess as well, which meant he ( Read more... )

During her hour-long break between classes, Rory takes the opportunity to walk into town to see Luke.

"Hey Rory. Your mom's still at - "

"The inn. I know," Rory says, smiling at her stepfather. "I only have a second, anyway, and I wanted to know if you'd give her this." She presses a ( note into his hand. )