Stars Hollow was bathed in the golden hues of an early evening sunset, and the town buzzed with its usual charm. Tonight, however, held a different kind of excitement for you. You had been invited on a double date, and naturally, you asked Luke Danes to be your date. It had taken some convincing, but eventually, he had agreed, albeit with his typical gruff reluctance.

As you stood in front of your mirror, smoothing out the fabric of your dress, you felt a mix of anticipation and nerves. Luke was like a father to you, always there with advice or a comforting presence, but tonight he was stepping into a new role. You hoped he wouldn't find it too awkward.

A knock on the door pulled you from your thoughts. "You ready?" Luke called from the other side.