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Life's Lessons

Chapter 14

Surprises

Jess decided to surprise Rory by taking her to Stars Hollow. While she was sleeping he packed their clothes and got everything ready to go. He knew she missed her mom and he missed Luke too, though he'd never admit it.

Rory woke up and looked around, seeing Jess sitting next to her.

"Hey." Jess smiled.

"Hey yourself." Rory replied, rubbing her eyes and yawning. "What's going on?"

"Nothing, just got a surprise for you." Jess smirked as he saw the curiosity in her eyes.

"What is it?" Rory asked cautiously sitting up.

"You'll see. Now get dressed and eat something."

Rory got up and quickly got dressed. She went into the kitchen only to find an omelet already made for her. She grinned and sat down at the table, wondering what her surprise could be.

Jess came into the kitchen a few minutes later and served himself a plate. He sat across from her and hid a smirk. Rory was watching him intently, trying to figure out what was going on, but he wouldn't budge. He knew she'd figure it out once they left, but he enjoyed the anticipation that was obviously flowing from Rory.

"Mmm…" Rory closed her eyes in satisfaction. "You cook too well for you own good."

Jess smirked. "Well I need to keep my wife happy…and working at the Diner helped a lot."

"My little diner boy." Rory pinched Jess' cheek and got up slowly. Jess watched her carefully and got up with her.

"You ok?"

"Yeah, it's just getting harder to move now that I'm in my seventh month. So when are you gonna tell me what my surprise is?" Rory turned to stare at Jess.

"Soon. Now get your jacket and clean up a bit and you'll see."

"Fine." Rory pouted.

Jess chuckled and put away the dishes. He already stocked the car up with food, drinks, their clothes…anything that he knew Rory would want on the trip. Rory walked into the living room wearing her jacket and lugging her purse along with her. Jess grinned and grabbed his things.

"You ready?" Jess looked at Rory and she nodded.

"I still don't understand why you're not telling me what we're doing." Rory sighed. They walked to the car and Jess helped Rory get in. Rory looked in the back seat and gasped. Jess heard her and smirked.

"We're going to Stars Hollow?!" Rory squealed.

Jess nodded and smiled. Rory leaned in to kiss Jess and giggled. "I love you."

"Me too." Jess replied, pulling out of the parking lot. "But you better get comfortable. This will be a long ride, and we will make stops, seeing as you constantly have to go to the bathroom."

"Hey, I'm carrying your child. I have an excuse. You however, do not." Rory pointed out.

"Ok, you win." Jess backed down.

"Good. I always do."

"That's so not true!" Jess argued. Rory smiled and closed her eyes. Jess knew she was tired, she ran out of energy a lot lately, but he didn't mind. She needed her rest. He put on some music and drove tapping to the beat of the drum as Rory slept.

- - -

Four hours and ten stops later, they arrived in Stars Hollow. Rory was so excited she could barely contain herself. The minute they pulled into the small block that made up the town, Rory grinned.

"Ah, Luke's! I miss that place." Rory sighed.

"What am I? Chopped liver?" Jess asked, feigning hurt.

"You know what I mean." Rory glared. "You are my Jess. Luke's is the place I grew up at, you can't blame me."

"I know." Jess looked around and frowned. "Great, the nut town." Jess mumbled.

Rory turned and glared at him. "May I remind you, you lived in this nut town and your wife is from this nut town."

Jess playfully rolled his eyes. "That explains so much."

Rory gasped playfully and hit him. "Drive faster! I want to see my mom!"

"Speed limit is 10 Mph. You don't want me to get a ticket do you? I could get excommunicated or banned from the town. We can't let that happen now."

"Jess!"

"Hurrying." Jess replied speeding up to 11 Mph. Rory let out an exasperated sigh, but smiled. She knew that Jess was playing nice for her and Luke.

- - -

They pulled into the "parking lot" of the Crapshack and Rory got out immediately. She waited impatiently for Jess to get out of the car.

"Jess!" Rory whined. Jess chuckled and he got out.

- - -

Lorelai heard a car pull up outside and looked out the window. When she saw that it was Rory, she took off downstairs and burst out the door.

"Rory!!" Lorelai ran to hear and enveloped her in a big hug, being careful with her stomach.

"Mom! I missed you so much!" Rory replied, snuggling into her.

"I missed you too hon." Lorelai smiled and let go of Rory. She looked to Jess and a grin spread across her face. "Well if it isn't my hoodlum son-in-law/nephew." Lorelai smirked evilly.

Jess rolled his eyes. "Hello mother. How are you this fine day?" Jess asked in a British accent.

Lorelai smiled and gave him a hug. "Nice to see you too Rocky Jr."

"Thanks ma'am."

"What did mommy tell you about that word?" Lorelai pointed her finger at him and frowned.

Rory giggled and turned to her mom. "So where's Luke?"

"He's at the Diner. He said he's gonna close early. Let me call him, to see if he can come here for half an hour." Lorelai walked into the house with Jess and Rory following close behind.

Lorelai wanted to tell Rory some good news, but she wanted Luke to be there with her when she told her. She called Luke while Jess and Rory went into the living room to sit down.

- - -

"Your mom really is happy to see you." Jess whispered in Rory's ear.

"Yeah, and she's pleased to see you too Jess. You too have grown fond of each other, and don't deny it either."

Jess chuckled softly. "Alright, you're right." Rory smiled and nodded in satisfaction. Jess leaned in to kiss Rory, but Lorelai walked in on them.

"Please, get a room!" Lorelai covered her eyes.

"Mom!" Rory scolded. "So what'd Luke say?"

"He's on his way. He wants to see his favorite nephew, and his favorite daughter/niece."

"Mom!" Jess and Rory both said at the same time.

"What did I tell you about calling us cousins? It's a no-no. Do you want your grandson scarred for life?" Rory asked and glared at her mom.

Lorelai sighed and hung her head. "No."

"Good." Jess replied.

- - -

Fifteen minutes later, Luke showed up. He walked in and gave Rory a gentle hug and turned to Jess. They stared at each other for a minute, but Luke pulled Jess into a hug and Jess gladly reciprocated the hug.

"Good to see you Jess."

"Same here Uncle Luke."

"So how are you guys?" Luke turned his attention to both Jess and Rory.

"Good. Excited, and ready for these long nine months to end." Rory replied rubbing her stomach. Jess nodded and wrapped his arm around Rory. Luke smiled and observed both of them, then turned to Lorelai.

"Did you tell them yet?" Luke asked.

Lorelai shook her head. "I wanted to wait until you got here so we both could."

"Tell us what?" Rory asked curiously, looking at Jess then Lorelai.

"Well, hon let's sit down." Lorelai smiled and guided her to the couch.

"This isn't gonna upset her is it?" Jess asked cautiously.

"No, not at all." Lorelai said and glared at Jess. "You think I would tell my daughter something that would upset her when she's in such a fragile condition?"

"Hello! Daughter and wife right here!" Rory waved at them.

"Sorry." They both replied.

"So the news…" Rory encouraged.

"Oh right. Well…" Lorelai looked to Luke and he nodded.

"We're…"

There you have it! Hope you like it, and yes it's a cliffie! But I'm sure you all like it. lol Well I guess I better go now, please review! They make me happy and if you have any ideas for the story, let me know, usually I will listen to them and add them in...so yeah...reviews are like coffee! ;)

Thanks,

Bethany