Summary: After Rory loses her virginity to Dean she confides in her mom. Lorelai tells Rory to go to Europe with Emily, find someone to hook up with and move on. She does just that. Someone that was supposed to be a one night stand just won't leave her mind. She keeps thinking about him and his party friends. She actually misses him.
Author Note: I only own the mistakes. Everything familiar belongs to ASP and CW.
AN2: For the most part, I will use the original series as a guideline for the order of events. There will be similar scenes from the series and some new scenes. Once again, anything familiar I do not own.
AN3: This story will have alcohol, swearing, and sex because it's college let's be real.
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I woke up today feeling rejuvenated. Thoughts of last night came to mind and I blushed. I can't believe I did that but man was it worth it. Finn brings out a side of me that I am not used to. I act like a horny teenager that can't get enough of him but it isn't all about the sex. I want to be around him, to listen to him talk, to cuddle, just to be around him.
My stomach fluttered with butterflies and I smiled at the sensation. I hope these feelings never go away. I giggled to myself before getting out of bed to get dressed for the day.
I chose a cute pair of shorts and a shirt with gold sparkle accents to match my nail polish. I slipped on my gold sandals and threw my hair in a high ponytail.
I made sure I had my necessities in my purse before heading downstairs to see what was for breakfast.
Grandma was already sitting at the table with a plate of food and a cup of coffee. She was looking through her daily planner.
"Good morning Grandma." I sat at a chair close to her.
"Good morning Rory. You look nice." Grandma closed her planner.
"Thank you. You don't have to stop working just because I am here Grandma."
"Oh nonsense. It's nothing pressing right now." Grandma asked the maid to bring me a cup of coffee and some food.
The coffee was strong and delicious. The eggs were fluffy and the bacon was perfect. I finished everything on my plate as well as had a second cup of coffee.
Grandma grabbed her purse before we headed out to the waiting car. Grandma told me we were going to go to Saint Peter's Basilica. She basically gushed as she told me all about the exclusive tickets she was able to get. I found myself smiling as I listened to Grandma go on and on about how much we were going to be able to see. I think she was more excited than me and I was pretty excited.
The driver stopped right outside of Vatican City and explained how no one drove inside Vatican City unless it was official business. He promised us he would be waiting right there for when we were done. We thanked him as we stepped out of the car.
I was completely in awe of all of the old architecture. We walked to Saint Peter's Basilica. I made sure to snap a few pictures. We followed a group of tourists inside who seemed to be in awe just the same as I was. I took several more pictures to document my journey.
Grandma pulled me aside.
"Is everything ok?" I asked.
"Oh...yes. I just wanted to see what you wanted to do first. Did you want to see the free to the public areas first or the exclusive?"
"I guess the free to the public before it gets more crowded."
"That's what I was thinking." Grandma replied.
We followed the small crowd that had already formed. We marveled at the floors and the ceilings. It is astounding what people were able to do back in the day.
The statues were exquisite and there were many to look at and photograph. We walked to the end where there was a giant bronze statue of Saint Peter. Saint Peter was sitting on a marble chair with his left hand against his chest holding keys and his right hand was raised as if he was gesturing a blessing. His right foot was protruding from the base.
I read the plaque stating the Roman tradition was the Kiss of the Faithful. A long time ago people would kiss the foot of the Saint Peter's statue. Nowadays, most people just touch it, however, the metal has been worn from so much human contact. Grandma and I followed along and touched his foot- and even had our picture taken.
We once again followed the crowd to look at the dome. It was completed by Michelangelo and was absolutely stunning. I snapped a few photos before moving on.
We walked to see the Tomb of Saint Peter as well as the Papal Altar. I made sure to take a few pictures.
The crowds were almost triple what they were when we got here so we decided to move on to the exclusive tour that Grandma set up.
A lady escorted us past a roped off section and through a locked door and down a few stairs where we were told we had to leave our personal items with the security guards. Grandma seemed ok with this so I didn't protest. We were instructed that no photographs were allowed as this was a behind the scenes area that most workers were not even allowed in. This piqued my interest.
After depositing our items with the security guards we were led through a doorway into a semi darkened room. Everyone in the room donned sterilized latex gloves.
"Now what you are going to see is something special. Something the public doesn't really know about. Only select few scholars are allowed to view the Vatican Archives and only three per day. They have to go through a very rigorous process to obtain credentials due to the nature of the content." The lady informed us.
"Wow. What type of documents are these?" I asked in a hushed toned.
"We have letters from Michelangelo to Pope Julius II, letters from Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis both asking for Pope Pius IX to help in favor of the Union and Confederacy, notes from 1633 from the trial against Galileo, and a one hundred and ninety seven foot scroll of minutes from the trials of the Knights Templar.
Grandma and I were shown how to carefully pick up the documents and open the scroll. We examined each document and discussed it. I knew a little Latin so I could read bits and pieces. The experts seemed to know each document word for word.
After looking at the documents we headed back through the doorway towards the security guards.
"I know you said no pictures but can I have one with you all and my Grandma? I promise it is just for me." I asked.
"Sure." The lady replied. "We can take a few with the gloves on and it will be like an inside joke that only we know about."
"That's a great idea!" Grandma exclaimed.
We took a bunch of photos with and without our gloves. We said our good byes and gathered our belongings from the security guards.
"Thank you so much Grandma." I said once we were outside of Saint Peter's Basilica.
"I'm so glad you enjoyed it Rory. To be honest I really enjoyed it too." Grandma smiled.
"I can't believe we touched history! We got to see and read historical documents before most people. I mean how cool is that?" I gushed.
"That is pretty cool and our little secret." Grandma gave me a little hug.
"Are you hungry Grandma because I feel starved all of a sudden." My stomach decided to growl very loudly at that moment.
"I could eat. Let's get you fed before you faint or your stomach eats itself." Grandma laughed and I joined in.
We found a sandwich shop right outside of Vatican City. Grandma and I ordered the Nero d'Avola. It had ham, smoked cheese, sundried tomatoes, and olive oil on a sourdough bun. We each got a bottle of water and sat down to eat. It was delicious.
Once we were finished we threw our trash away and made our way to the Sistine Chapel. I was completely blown away. The tour guide explained that the Sistine Chapel is now used by the College of Cardinals where they choose a new Pope. We were shown the wall behind the altar where The Last Judgement was painted as well as the barrel vault, both of which were created by Michelangelo.
To see the curvature of the ceiling made me appreciate how hard Michelangelo work to create this masterpiece. And to think he did it by himself was astounding nonetheless.
After taking several pictures and having our pictures taken, I bought a postcard for Lane before heading to our waiting car. I took one last glance before getting in the car.
"Have you heard from Finn today?" Grandma asked.
"Not yet but he knows I am with you for most of the day." I said.
"Why don't you text him and tell him to meet us at the house and then you can go hang out with him for a while during my nap." Grandma had a twinkle in her eye every time she mentioned me hanging out with Finn.
"Yea that sounds nice." I said while grabbing my phone.
Rory: Want to pick me up in like twenty minutes? We are on our way back.
Finn immediately responded.
Finn: Sounds great. I'll meet you there.
I put my phone away. Grandma and I talked about the end of the summer society event that was being planned by the DAR.
"I am actually helping to plan it. It should be very elegant. I hope you will consider coming with your Grandfather and I." Grandma practically begged.
"Sure Grandma. Considered it considered. I will definitely be there just let me know when it is." After everything Grandma and Grandpa have done for me, especially this summer, the least I can do is hang out for a few hours. At the least, I'll get to dress up and eat really good food. Maybe the guys will be there.
"Oh Rory I can't wait." Grandma grinned.
We made it to the house a short time later. Finn was already waiting there.
"Were you waiting long?" I asked.
"Just a minute or two." Finn replied.
"Hello Finn." Grandma said.
"Hi Mrs. Gilmore." Finn responded.
"Rory I am going to take a nap. Make sure you have your phone." Grandma said while heading inside.
"I do Grandma. Dinner at seven tonight?" I asked.
"That works for me." Grandma disappeared inside the house.
Finn pulled me to him and crushed his lips against mine. He handed me an orange rose.
"It's been far too long love. I'm a complete sheila. I'm a sap. I missed you terribly. I went to sleep hoping that you would magically appear next to me by time I woke up." Finn admitted.
"Aww Finn I love it." I smelled the rose before continuing. "I missed you too. I didn't realize how much I loved sleeping next to you. It's only a few nights and then we can be back in your family's hotel." I kissed his cheek before pulling him towards the car.
Once we were in the car I asked, "So where are we going?"
"Well I planned an outing that I thought you would really enjoy plus it will give us a chance to have stupid fun together." Finn grinned.
"What did you have planned?" I questioned.
"I was going to bring you to the Colosseum and reenact some Gladiator scenes." Finn answered.
"That sounds amazing and fun." I loved the serious side of Finn but I really enjoyed the stupid silliness side too.
"Then let's go." Finn told the driver the plan and we were on our way.
We drove for about twenty minutes. Traffic was insane. All of a sudden we stopped right on the side of the road.
"Oh my. It is literally right on the side of the road!" I couldn't believe it.
"Yeah I was amazed the first time I rode past it." Finn admitted.
"Do you think Romans appreciate these views? Or do they just drive by and think oh this boring thing." I would love to be able to drive by it every day. To have this history easily accessible would be amazing.
"I guess after a while they get used to it and take it for granted just like anyone else would in their country and cities." Finn explained.
"That makes sense." I could see how I take things for granted like Yale. I love Yale but I am not as shocked with the architecture anymore.
We walked into the Colosseum. I was surprised that the structure was pretty much intact. I took several pictures before sitting down and watching Finn reenact scenes. He did a really great job. He would be great at theater and a wonderful actor.
"Wow Finn you are amazing and hilarious." I clapped loudly as he took a bow.
"Love you give me great confidence." Finn walked over to me and kissed my cheek.
I couldn't help but giggle like a school girl. Finn walked back out onto his 'stage' and began another reenactment. I wasn't sure which one this was but he had me hooked. I laughed until I cried and clapped when he took his bow after he was finished.
"You are really good. You should do this more often." I confessed.
"I only do this when we have been drinking." Finn said.
"But you are good. Like really good. I understand not doing it as a career but you could if you wanted. I bet there are classes and clubs at your school that you could take." If he truly enjoyed doing this then he should do it more often.
"I'd rather just do this. I know if I take a class I will grow to resent it and I don't want that to happen. Plus I would rather perform just for you right now." Finn sat next to me.
I leaned close to him and pressed my lips against his. He deepened the kiss as he pulled me closer. His hand gripped the back of my neck as my hand wandered down his chest. Soon breathing became necessary and I pulled away a little. He rested his forehead against mine.
"I really enjoy kissing you." I said shyly.
"Me too love. Me too." Finn whispered.
Finn pulled away and pulled me to my feet.
"I better get you back so you aren't late for dinner." Finn said.
"Yea. I guess." Why was I so sad? Was it normal to miss him this much?
"Don't be sad love. I will see you tomorrow for another outing." Finn gave me a giant smile.
"I can't wait." I admitted.
We climbed back into the car and Finn instructed the driver to bring me home. Finn held my hand as I recounted my morning with Grandma and our exclusive tour. He seemed pretty excited when I told him about the documents and what they said.
"I mean how cool is it that I saw history before most people?" I exclaimed.
"That is pretty awesome. Do you think they will let the public know about some of them?" Finn questioned.
"I'm not sure. They have so many documents that are being protected. I mean they let us see it so maybe they are planning to let some more people see it before letting the public see them. " It made sense in my head.
"You are probably right." Finn gave me a chaste kiss.
The driver parked in front of Grandma's house.
"I had a great time." I told Finn.
"As did I love." Finn kissed me roughly and I granted him access to my mouth.
His tongue darted in to meet mine. He wrapped his arm around my back and pulled me closer to him. After a few minutes I pulled away to catch my breath.
"Wow." I managed to say.
"I feel it too." Finn said.
"I guess I better get inside before Grandma gets mad at you for making me late for dinner." I kissed Finn one last time before getting out of the car.
Finn, being the gentleman he is, walked me to the front door. I kissed him on the cheek, thanked him for a wonderful afternoon, and promised to message him before bed. I turned and made my way inside and to my room.
Dinner was typical of Emily Gilmore. Although it seems like she adores the maid here more than the ones from back home. Grandma has not complained once. I was honestly surprised.
After we finished our desserts and coffees, I went up to my room to take a shower. I turned the water to hot and let the heat ease my muscles and take all my troubles away.
After making sure I was clean, I dried off and threw on a pair of lounge shorts and a shirt. I crawled under the covers and fluffed my pillows before laying back.
Just as I was about to text Finn he called.
"Hey." I answered immediately.
"How was your night?" Finn asked.
"It was ok. I took a hot shower after dinner and just crawled into bed when you called." I turned off the bedside lamp.
"Perfect timing then because I just took a shower and crawled into bed too." Finn said.
"I wish you were here. I needed someone to wash my back." I flirted.
"Well I would have washed more than just your back." Finn replied.
"Well next opportunity we have I think you should do just that." I teased.
"You can count on me doing that and so much more." Finn countered.
We spent the next several hours talking and bringing each other to multiple orgasms before saying good night and falling asleep.
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AN: In 2012, the Vatican released 100 documents for the public to see. The exhibit was called Lux in Arcana. I know this is past the Gilmore Girls timeline but I found it fascinating while doing research so I had to throw it in here and what better way than to have Emily and Rory see it in person before it was released.