AN – Just to let you know this is my first fanfic. I'm not sure if it will be Rory/Finn or Trory. Only time will tell on that one. It will however be Java Junkie. It is going to be an AU and it is going to take place at Chilton. I hope you enjoy!!!

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Disclaimer – I do not own any of the Gilmore Girls characters and so on.

Smiles and Suffering

Chapter 1 – Psychotic Ducky

"Wake up!!!"

I made no sound as I tried to ignore my mother. If only she gave up that easily, but am I that lucky? No.

"Rory if you do not wake up in the next five seconds I am going to tell Luke not to give you the wonderful coffee that you are so fond of!! Which would suck since you are starting you new school today…and you're gonna need coffee for that."

I cannot believe she said would cut me off of coffee. That's just mean. I slowly got out of bed and wandered over to my closet to grab my uniform. As I started putting it on I seriously wondered what was wrong with me to willingly put this thing on. Don't think that Gilmore. Just remember you're doing this for Harvard. Suffering for Harvard is more like it. I looked at the clock and noticed if I didn't hurry up I really wouldn't be able to get coffee so I put a quick brush through my hair and then put it up in a ponytail. I then added a touch of mascara and lip gloss and headed out into the kitchen to meet my mom.

"You are not wearing that to my first day of school mom." She had on a pair of low rise jeans and a blue shirt that had a picture of a duck in a straight jacket saying 'I'm not crazy; I'm just trying to stay warm'

"Why not babe? I think it's cute."

"It is cute mom, but this is a serious school and my mom who will be meeting the headmaster of said school needs to wear a serious outfit. One that says, 'Hi my name is Lorelai Gilmore, I spent hours prepping myself making sure to look nice to make a good first impression.' Not 'Hi my name is Lorelai Gilmore and I just threw on the first thing I could find this morning because I hate society and try to make a mockery of it whenever I get the chance.'"

She stared at me the whole time with a huge smile on her face. When I finished she started to laugh. When I asked why she was laughing she just said, "Well, if you really want me to change…" I started to vigorously nod my head. "Then I guess we won't get coffee."

Dang it! I knew there would be a catch. I just glared at her while grabbing my coat and book bag from the table and headed towards the door.

"See, I knew you would see it my way!" She yelled as she grabbed her coat and purse to follow me.

Chilton

As we pulled into the Chilton parking lot we just sat and stared for a minute.

"Are you sure you want to do this Ror? I mean you don't have to. We could just tell Grandma and Grandpa that you changed your mind and you want to go back to your old school."

"No mom, I have to do this. I may not want to do this, but I unfortunately have to if I want to make it into Harvard."

I started to grow more nervous with each step I took into the school. Mom noticed this and gave my hand a squeeze. I looked at her and gave her the best smile I could, which must not have been too great since she gave a soft laugh and told me that it would be okay. With that we headed into the headmaster's office.

"Welcome, you must be Rory."

"Yes sir and this is my mom Lorelai." When he looked to greet mom and saw her outfit, his face changed from welcoming to disapproval at her choice in apparel.

"It's nice to meet you headmaster Charleston. I can't tell you how excited we are that you were able to accept Rory here." She said while trying to hold her laughter in. However, when I gave her a sharp look she quickly sobered.

"Well, we are excited to have Rory as well. I must tell you though, that starting a month into the school year will be rough. You will have a lot of catching up to do and if you think you can't keep up then you may want to rethink being here. Chilton will not be like your previous school. The work is hard and the ability to catch up and maintain good grades will be harder." When he saw the look on mom's face he quickly decided to add, "But I am sure you will be fine."

"Thank you sir." I said quietly.

"Now, here is your map of the school, your schedule, your locker number and combination, and a book of the school rules. I hope you have a good first day."

He stood up and led us to the door. "Welcome to Chilton, Miss Gilmore." And with that he shut the door.

The first thing out of mom's mouth after we walked out was, "Welcome to Chilton? More like welcome to hell." When she saw the scared look on my face she went into immediate comfort mode. "Aww hunny, I'm sure it won't be that bad."

I sighed and agreed. "Thanks mom. I should find my locker so I can start looking for my first class."

"All right sweets." She then gave me a hug and said, "If you want out of here, just give me a call and I'll come as quickly as possible."

"Love you mom." I said and then let go of her.

"Love you to kid."

After that she was gone, leaving me to the wonderful halls of Chilton. It couldn't be that bad…could it?

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AN - Chapter 1 is done!! Yay!! Please review. If they are good that's awesome if they are flames, well I'll take it as constructive criticism. Let me know what you think. Oh yeah, and if you have any better ideas for a title, let me know. Thanks!!