Summary: Rory and Jess have been friends and been there for each since forever. This is their story: from children to young adults, from preschool to college, from best friends to eventually soulmates.

Background Info: Pretty much the same as the show, Lorelai moved to Stars Hollow shortly after becoming pregnant. She has little contact with Emily and Richard or Christopher. Other than that, everything is pretty self-explanatory.

Disclaimer: I don't own…

A/N: I know, I have other stories that need to be updated but I just had to begin to write this fic. I'm officially addicted to writing. And of course it'll be Lit because I absolutely love Jess. Anyways, I'm going to try to cover the major events of their lifes but some details will have to be skipped because it'll be too long. Also, some of the events will parallel the show. Notice I said they will eventually discover they are soulmates. The fic will be largely about them struggling to come to terms with their feelings and finding the right timing to explore their relationship. Also, I'm really not sure where this is going. I actually only have a few chapters outlined so suggestions are greatly welcomed. Well, enough of me rambling, on with the chapter...

It was a beautiful Sunday in the town of Stars Hollow. Lorelai Gilmore led her five year old daughter Lorelai Leigh Gilmore, nicknamed Rory, through the town. They were making their way to Luke's Diner for their usual Sunday morning breakfast. Of course, by now, it was time for lunch, but that didn't stop them. They two entered Luke's and found a table near the window. Rory sat in her chair and continued to read Dr. Seuss. It was below her reading level but for some reason she decided to read an old favorite. Meanwhile, Lorelai waited for Luke to take their order. Luke had been there for Lorelai since day one, helping her whenever she needed, and always looking out for Rory. Lorelai was happy Luke was in her life, without him, she would have never gotten through some of the tough moments. "Luke, coffee!" Lorelai yelled at him, upset that he was taking so long to take their order.

"Yea, yea. I'm coming. You're not the only customer in here, you know."

"Sure I am."

Luke went behind the counter and poured Lorelai some coffee. He brought it to her table. "Here you go. What can I get you?" Luke asked a little agitated.

"Hey, where's Rory's coffee?"

"She's four!"

"Yea but she's a Gilmore! How do you expect her to get through the day without her coffee?"

"Fine. What do you want to eat?"

"Lets see, double stack of blueberry pancakes, with bacon and French toast on the side, and some whip cream."

"It's lunch time."

"So," Lorelai said dragging the word out. "We haven't had breakfast yet."

Luke sighed. "And for Rory?"

"I'll have the same," Rory piped in, looking up from her worn book. Luke threw his hands up in defeat and walked away. Lorelai and Rory giggled in unison at him.

Fifteen minutes later, Luke brought the girls their breakfast/lunch. "Luke, Luke guess what?" Rory said in excitement.

"What?" Luke asked humoring Rory. He smiled at Lorelai, who smiled back.

"I'm going to kindergarten tomorrow!"

"Really, that's great!" Luke said as he walked away. He finished waiting on the other customers and watched as they finished their breakfast. After Lorelai had finished her last bite, Luke saw the opportunity to talk to Lorelai. "Hey Lorelai, can I talk to you for a minute?"

"Yea sure," Lorelai said as she rose out of her chair, following Luke outside. "What's up?" she asked once they were outside and out of ear-shot.

"I kinda need your help on something."

"Sure. Oh, wait a sec, if you need someone to drive a getaway car, I'm not free until after five and I'm going to need a new car," Lorelai joked.

"Lorelai…"

"Sorry, go ahead."

"Ok, I have a sister, Liz, and she's having trouble taking care of her son Jess. I mean it's bad, really bad. Social Services was going to take him away but I didn't want Jess to be a ward of the state and move from house to house, so I adopted him."

"Wait…What? You adopted a son?"

"Yea, I adopted my nephew Jess. He's coming to live with me later this week and I'm so confused as what to do. I've never even babysat kids before, I can't raise one. I have no clue what I'm doing. I mean it's going to be worse living here than it was when he was Liz," Luke said panicking.

"Whoa Luke, calm down. I'm sure you'll do fine. And I will be glad to help you."

"Really?"

"Of course. You do so much for me and Rory. It's no problem," Lorelai said rubbing his upper arm to assure him everything is ok.

"Thanks Lorelai." They walked back into the diner. Lorelai grabbed her purse to pay Luke for their breakfast/lunch and handed him the money. "No, it's on the house," Luke assured her. Lorelai smiled at him and led Rory out of the diner.

It was now Wednesday and Jess had finally arrived to Stars Hollow. Actually, he arrived late Tuesday night, so Lorelai decided to let him settle in before she and Rory bombarded him. Since Sunday afternoon, Lorelai had talked with Luke several times, giving him pointers on how to raise Jess. Luke took her advice and registered Jess in school with Rory. Lorelai and Rory walked into the diner. "So, where is he?" Lorelai asked in a cute voice like Jess was a puppy being shown off.

"I'll get him," Luke said and went upstairs to his apartment. Shortly after, he returned with a little boy, who had wavy dark brown hair and eyes to match. "This is my nephew Jess. Jess this is Lorelai and Rory," Luke said motioning with his hand.

"Hi," Lorelai and Rory said in unison.

"Hi," Jess said.

"Jess, you will be going to school today with Rory."

"Jess! It'll be so much fun. We'll learn to read and write and do math. And then we'll have lunch and then we'll have playtime. School will be great. And you can sit beside me and I'll introduce you to everybody," Rory said. She was obviously in a chipper mood. Lorelai shook her head at Rory. She was surprised to see a child so enthusiastic to learn. She was even more surprised to see Rory be so open around Jess. Normally, she was a little shy when she was around strangers.

"Did you give her coffee again?" Luke asked.

"What? I told you she's a Gilmore," Lorelai said innocently as Luke rolled his eyes.

"So, are you ready?" Luke asked Jess.

"Aw, do I have to go to school Uncle Luke?" Jess asked depressed.

"Jess, don't you want to go to school with Rory. You'll have a lot of fun and meet the other kids," Lorelai said trying to convince him.

"But she's a freak!" Jess said looking at an innocent Rory, who had her hair in pigtails and was wearing a cute dress with flowers.

"I am not!" Rory yelled at Jess.

"And she's a girl."

"But…" Rory began.

"She has cooties!" Jess yelled making a face at her.

"But I'm a Gilmore!" Rory said as Lorelai and Luke laughed at the two children. You gotta love the stages that children go through.

A/N: So, what did you think? Loved it or hated it? Overdone story line? Need a new angle? Suggestions? Please Review!!