Disclaimer - I don't own anything Gilmore Girls, nor do I own the title of the fic. That'd be the title of a BtVS episode. I don't claim to own them, so don't sue me, k?
A/N: Normally I write Veronica Mars fic, this is my first attempt at Gilmore Girls fiction so if it sucks gimme a break. Reviews put a smile on my face, though are not necessary. Also I have absolutely no idea what an Ivy League graduation ceremony would be like, (I don't remember much from the Logan graduating episode) So I'm kind of just making stuff up lol. Hope it is somewhat realistic.
Rory Gilmore couldn't believe it. Today she was graduating from Yale University. Today was the first day of the rest of her life. Her real life, her adult life.
"There is my baby!" Her mother, Lorelai greeted her with a big hug. "I'm so proud of you Rory."
"Mom, how did you get back here? Only the graduating Yale students are supposed to be back here." Rory said rolling her eyes, but returning the embrace. She was always happy to see her mother, even if she was in places she wasn't permitted to be.
"Adolf, A.K.A. your grandmother intimidated the young man watching the door. She and your grandfather are around here somewhere too." Rory gave a sigh and another eye roll.
"You guys better go take your seats! The ceremony is starting in ten minutes."
"I know, I just wanted to see you before you walk across the stage. You look great in that gown by the way. I have to get a few pictures." Lorelai said, taking her camera out and snapping pictures without much warning.
"Mom!"
"Okay, okay! See you when its over!" Lorelai got one more picture before exiting the back room.
Immediately after Lorelai left Rory began to miss her presence. She was beginning to feel nervous so she glanced out at the crowed for her family and friends for comfort. She spotted her mom and Luke, her grandparents, even Sookie and Jackson. Two people she did not see however were her father and her boyfriend, Logan. Rory frowned, she figured Logan was off messing around with his friends. Christopher probably didn't show up, just like at her high school graduation. She didn't mind his absence, she had Luke there to fill in as her dad.
This sure isn't anything like high school graduation. Rory thought as she made her way from the back room to her seat where she would remain until her name was called. There was still no sign of Christopher or Logan. Oh well, its not like I was really expecting him to show up even though he is paid for my last year here. She figured her father must have been busy with Gigi or something. Rory tried not to think about anything while she was waiting for her turn to walk across the stage to avoid any further nervousness.
Finally it was her turn. "Lorelai, Gilmore." Rory got up and walked onto the stage and was handed her college diploma. "Congratulations Miss Gilmore." Rory smiled.
"Thank you" She responded and began to walk off the stage. When she looked out to the crowd she saw pretty much the last person she expected to be there standing far in the back. what on earth would he be doing here? She walked off the stage and began making her way to the back where she saw the person, when her mom and Luke shot out of no where and both pulled her into a tight hug.
"Way to go, kid! You make mommy so proud." Lorelai exclaimed, beaming.
"I'm proud of you too Rory. I knew you were going to be doing great things from the first time I saw you nine years ago." Rory had to fight back tears at her mom and Luke's words.
"Thank you" A tear escaped "You know I couldn't have done this if it weren't for you guys. You're the best mom anyone could ever wish for, and Luke, I've always thought of you as a father figure. Even before you and mom started dating. You both mean everything to me and I honestly would not be here without you."
"Aww Rory why'd you have to go say that?" Lorelai asked, her eyes now filling with tears too as she pulled her daughter into another big hug. "I love you kid. And you are the best daughter in the world."
"You truly are something special Rory." Luke said in a shaky voice as though he was too on the verge of tears."We're going to have a big party tonight just for you."
Rory simply responded by throwing her arms around the both of them and engaging in a group hug. Rory thought that this must be exactly what having a normal family felt like. Perfect. "Okay, I'm going to go change out of these clothes and into something a little more weather appropriate. I'm dying in this gown. We don't have to stay for the rest of the ceremony. We'll skip out as soon as I get back."
"K, see you soon kid."
Rory walked in the direction of which she saw the familiar face, but it was no where to be seen now. Feeling disappointed and a slight pang she gave up her quick and went back to change. I must have been mistaken... what would he be doing here? And why didn't Logan show up? Something must have happened to him. Rory hoped that he didn't find any Life or Death Brigade members hanging around and got himself hurt. She was getting really worried that he was in danger.
End Chapter. Hehehe don't you love Cliffhangers? I know I sure do! Yeah, I'll be the first one to admit this chapter sorta sucks. Plus its pretty short. I promise that it'll get better once you know who the mystery person is. Also there'll be some LL stuff coming up!