Disclaimer: I love Drew, although I would love to own Milo…

Jess's POV

I sat down at the end of the couch, reading a book. No matter how hard I tried to get into the book, I couldn't concentrate on what I was reading. All I could think about was Rory… Rory… Rory. There was a pounding on the door that interrupted my thoughts, and I jumped up from my seat on the couch. I couldn't help but hope it would be… Rory. I walked over to the door swiftly, and opened it, smiling, "Hey."

Lily smiled, soak and wet from the weather outside, "Hey Jess… can I come in?"

I nodded, despite the fact I was disappointed that she wasn't… Rory, "Sure… anything for my little step sister."

Lily walked past me and sat on the couch, "I talked to Rory."

I tensed up, scared of what was about to come out of her mouth next, "O yea? What did she say?"

Lily shrugged, "She didn't do most of the talking. I had a lot on my mind. Then I left to soon to hear anything."

I nodded, hoping Lily wasn't too mean, "What did you say?"

Lily turned her head towards me, as I sat beside her on the couch, "How about we just leave that out for now."

I sighed, but understood, I mean she did look a little tired, "Okay, you sleep Lily?"

Lily nodded, "Yea can I crash here tonight?"

I smiled at the eighteen-year-old sitting in front of me, "Yea… sure, it's the least I can do for ruining your date last night."

Lily waved her hand as to dismiss the subject, "Nah… don't worry about it. The guy was a dud, the date was ruined before it even started."

I laughed, I had needed a little humor, and I haven't laughed since Rory was here. Jeez, there I go again. I need to stop thinking about her, but man I miss her.

Lily snapped her fingers in front of my face, "Hello… earth to Jess…"

I shook out of my trance and looked straight at Lily, "Yea?"

Lily rolled her eyes and sighed, "Where are your blankets?"

I walked to the closet and looked for a blanket. After a long time of searching I found one and walked back into the living room. When I came to the couch I found Lily sleeping. I put the covers over her, and sat on the end of the couch, where her feet weren't touching, man she was short. I looked out the window to the rain pouring down and sighed.

Flashback

Jess is sleeping on the couch, the door swings open, and you can hear Rory giggling loudly. Jess wakes up and looks at the door. Rory was wet and smiling.

Jess shook his head, "You are wet, and most likely you are cold… what could you be happy about?"

Rory smiled, "It's raining…"

Jess looks out the window, "Yes… it is… good girl."

Rory rolled her eyes, then ran over to the couch a little too enthusiastically, "Come outside with me, please, please, please."

Jess shook his head firmly, "No."

Rory crossed her arms over her chest and huffed, "Please… Jess, I love you."

Jess tensed up at the phrase.

Rory saw the tension, "I mean… you know… I love you in a friendly way."

Jess nodded, "Yea… I know."

Rory smiled and plopped down on the couch beside him, "So… will you?"

Jess stood up and grabbed his jacket, "Come on."

Rory smiled and grabbed his hand, leading him out of the apartment and down to the rain outside, "Come on, come on, it might stop soon!"

End Flashback

I stood up, and walked into my bedroom; I lie in bed, and I soon fall asleep.

Rory's POV

She was right, Lily was right. I love him. I love Jess. I love Jess Mariano. I am so stupid. I don't want to be here, I want to be with Jess. I had it, I had it all, and why did I say no? Why did I stay with Drew? I'll tell you why, because I am a stupid bitch.

I lie back on my bed, and let a few tears escape. I think about Jess, wondering if he is thinking about me too. I always come back to him. He was right. I always have him in my love triangles. He said he loved me, but he also said he didn't mean it. Maybe I should just stay here. I don't know what to do.

I heard the door shut, and Drew's voice, "Rory!"

Uh-oh… he sounds angry, "Yea? I'm in the bedroom!"

Drew walked into our room, "Where were you?!"

I sit up, and furrow my brow, obviously I have no clue what he is talking about, "What?"

Drew sighed, "You promised me you would meet me for dinner!"

I remember now, and suddenly feel horrible, O no! I forgot! I'm so sorry." O the insincerity in my voice..

Drew leaned against the wall, "You always forget Rory! Always!"

I stand up, now offended, "I said I was sorry!"

Drew, "Sorry isn't good enough!"

I now get furious, "What do you want from me Jess! I said I was sorry!"

Drew looks taken back. What did I say? He shakes his head, "You just called me Jess."

I did?! "I did?"

Drew nodded, obviously aggravated, "You're not over him."

I shake my head, "Yes I am… you're crazy." Why am I denying it?

Drew sighs, "No you're not."

I nod, this isn't a time to lie, "No, no I'm not."

Drew nods, also, "Thought so."

I sigh, "I love him. I'm sorry Drew, but I love him."

Drew nods, "Go get him."

I smile sympathetically, "Thank you."

Drew nods, "Whatever… just go."

I grab my things as quick as I can, "I'll get the rest of my things later, ok?"

He looks sad, and I almost think of staying for him, but then I think of Jess, and I leave. I feel like a horrible person now, but that's what I've turned into. I walk out into the rainy streets, without an umbrella, and make my way back to his aparmtment.

Flashback

Rory runs out into the rain, "Come on Jess! Put the umbrella down!"

Jess smiles and reluctantly puts the umbrella down, 'There… happy?"

Rory smiles and runs over to him, "Very…"

Jess smirks, "Good."

Rory stares at him for a moment before kissing him.

Jess pulls away, "Rory…"

Rory shakes her head, "Jess, please, for one night let's just forget about everything. No strings attached just you and me. Can we pretend for one night?"

Jess sighs, not wanting to lead himself to believing they could be together, "Ok."

Rory smiles and kisses him. He kisses her back, wrapping his arms around her waist. O yea… he was in love with her.

End Flashback

Normal POV

Rory knocks on the door, and he opens it after a few minutes. With sadness in his eyes he opens the door wider, and Rory walks in.

Let the games begin…