I'm so sorry for the long wait. I have been busy writing my first book! I am so excited to say that I will have my first published book later this year! For now, I plan on writing more FanFic and my original series. Thank you all for continuing to read my story.
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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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My alarm went off and I immediately shut it off. I stretched and got out of bed surprised at how rested I felt. I got dressed for the day and made my way downstairs to grab a bite to eat.
"Good morning." I said to Grandma as I poured a cup of coffee.
"Good morning Rory." Grandma replied.
I sat down at the table and noticed a tray full of pastries. I grabbed a danish. I couldn't suppress a small moan. It was delicious.
"How would you feel about a day of shopping?" Grandma asked.
"I would love that although I don't really need anything else. I already have way too many clothes and shoes." Plus Grandma didn't need to spend more money on me.
"Nonsense. Everyone needs a new wardrobe. Plus you can always keep the extra clothes in your closet at our house. Please Rory let us spoil you. Don't deny us the privilege of spoiling our only grandchild." Grandma begged.
She really was laying it on thick. "Ok Grandma but not too much." I conceded.
"Deal." Grandma said.
The maid brought Grandma and I out an omelet each. We ate in silence as Grandma read the paper. I thought of all the times Grandma would get onto Grandpa about reading the paper and chuckled.
"What's funny?" Grandma asked.
"I was just thinking about how you would get onto Grandpa about reading the newspaper." I noticed Grandma smiling at the memory.
"Is it bothering you? I can put it up for now." Grandma began putting it down.
"Oh not at all. Enjoy the paper. I was just thinking about old times." I ate another bite of my delicious omelet.
We finished eating and our plates were taken away.
"Ready?" Grandma asked.
"Sure am." I replied as I grabbed my purse.
Grandma and I got into the waiting car.
"Are you excited to see Grandpa tomorrow?" I was curious if things were getting better between them.
"I think I am more nervous than anything." Grandma admitted.
"Well nervous is good too." Nerves were a good sign while dating at least that's what I've been told.
"We are just meeting to go over a few important papers and what not." Grandma looked out the window.
"It is still progress. Things will get better. I just know." Grandma and Grandpa were made for each other.
We rode the rest of the way in silence, each of us consumed in our own thoughts. The driver parked outside of a strip mall complete with all the high fashion stores. I followed Grandma into the first one.
She picked out a few outfits for herself before moving on to men's clothes. She bought Grandpa a new suit, cuff links, bow ties, socks, and shoes.
"Grandpa will look really nice in that you sure do know how to pick things out." I complimented Grandma.
"Thank you Rory. With practice you can be just as good." Grandma beamed.
We continued to look around all the stores with Grandma leaving each store with at least four bags. I found a souvenir shop and bought a post card for Lane. I wrote her a quick message and paid the postage.
I met back up with Grandma as we walked into the next store. Grandma insisted that she needed more pantyhose. I told her I would look at the bras.
I made my way to the opposite side of the store. I noticed a light blue lacy strapless bra and panty set that I loved. I found my size before moving on. I browsed each rack admiring all the silk and lace. I found a light blue silk robe that matched the bra and panty set so I decided to buy that as well.
I made my way to the checkout counter to pay for my items. Grandma joined me and insisted that I let her pay for my items as well. We made our way back to the car and we deposited the bags in the trunk.
I followed Grandma into the next store and I was pleasantly surprised at the casual wear. I made my way over to the jeans. I could use a few more pairs of jeans. I found several pairs in my size. They all varied in hues. I grabbed a really light, medium, dark, and black pair of jeans. I went to the fitting room to try them on. I loved all of them except the black. I found Grandma looking at sweaters. She had a white and a blue one draped across her arm.
"Oh Rory good you are here. What do you think about these? Would you wear them?" Grandma held the sweaters up to give me a better view.
They looked so cozy and soft. "Those look like they will keep me warm and cozy. That is definitely something I would wear." They looked so soft that I could probably nap in them but I wasn't going to tell Grandma that.
"Good then I will get them for you." Grandma said.
We looked around the store for a little while longer not finding anything else to buy. Grandma bought the sweaters and jeans for me. I thanked Grandma for all of my things as we put the bags in the trunk.
"Are you ready for lunch?" I asked Grandma.
"Sure. That sounds nice." Grandma replied.
I gave the driver the name and address of the bistro that I ate at with the guys a few days ago. It was less than five minutes from our location.
Grandma and I ordered the same sandwich with a bottle of water to drink. We sat at a table near the window and watched as people strolled by. Our sandwiches were brought to our table and we ate in comfortable silence.
After we were finished, Grandma agreed that it was very good and she would be back in the future. We made our way back to the house to unload all of our shopping bags.
I was pleasantly surprised to see Finn, Colin, and Logan outside waiting.
"Guys!" I half screamed as I ran to hug Finn. "What are you doing here?"
"Well I thought she would at least be happy to see you." Colin joked.
"Of course I am happy to see Finn...to see all of you. It is just an unexpected surprise." I admitted.
"We are here to take you out." Logan smiled.
"Sounds great! I'll be right back." I went back inside to inform Grandma.
"How about a group dinner? If the others are fine with it?" Grandma asked.
"Sounds wonderful. I'm sure they will be happy to join us." I added.
I heard a "Have fun" from Grandma before I closed the door behind me. Finn was leaning against the back door of the car waiting for me. Logan and Colin were inside the vehicle if I had to guess.
Finn pulled me into his chest as his lips met mine. "I missed you today." Finn admitted.
"I missed you too." I blushed and looked down as I tried to hide the flush of my cheeks.
"Are you two lovebirds coming or what?" Colin peeked his head out of the sunroof.
I giggled and stepped away from Finn to allow him to open the door. I slid in and Finn followed. Finn's thigh was resting against mine and all I could think about was our skin touching all over. I thought about the sexy bra and panties with the matching robe that was waiting at the house for me. I picked that out specifically for a date night with Finn. My cheeks flamed.
"You ok?" Logan asked.
"Oh...ummm...I'm fine." I managed to finally say. I shouldn't be having thoughts like this right now.
I looked out the car window to distract me from my thoughts. The guys once again started talking about Seth and the big event. It was all a mystery to me and I thought about asking Finn what it was but we haven't known each other that long and I didn't want to butt in especially since our summer was going to end and our real lives would take over. Would he still want me? Would he even like my real life obsessed with studying self?
We made it our destination. Or what I assumed was our destination. We were parked in front of a small business. There was no sign to indicate what type of business this was.
Logan led us through the front door. Inside looked to be a restaurant of sorts. There were enough seating for maybe twenty people. There was a display case filled with cakes and pastries.
"A bakery?" I asked.
"Not just a bakery." Finn whispered from behind me.
"Cooking with Nonna." Logan said.
An older woman came from the back wearing an apron covered in flour and many other unidentified substances.
She greeted us. "Welcome to cooking with Nonna. We are going to cook a little bit and then you can sit and enjoy the food that you have made."
We followed her to the back where we donned aprons. There were six kitchens set up, three on each wall with prep tables set up in the middle of the room. Finn and I went to the right wall as Logan and Colin went to the left wall.
Nonna showed us how to make our own pasta dough. We put it through the pasta machine where perfectly formed fettuccine noodles came out. We put the noodles to the side as we seasoned and formed meatballs. I chose to make mine with mozzarella cheese inside. We put them to the side and washed our hands before learning how to make my favorite dessert: tiramisu.
We were shown to a table where we sipped on wine, champagne, and beer while the assistants cooked the food. It didn't take long before we each had a plate of food. We talked and laughed as we ate. I fed Finn a bite of my cheese filled meatball.
After we were finished eating Finn and I parted ways with Logan and Colin. They agreed to meet up for dinner. Finn suggested we eat at the hotel restaurant. I texted Grandma and she agreed.
Finn threaded his fingers with mine before pulling me down the sidewalk.
I laughed as I felt the breeze blow past us. I felt so free and light. "Where are we going?"
Finn suddenly stopped and pulled me against his chest. His gaze locked on mine before his lips crashed into mine. My lips parted as his tongue explored mine.
The lustful fog lifted from my mind as I regained sanity. We were in the middle of the sidewalk kissing like horny teenagers. Just because the shoe fit didn't mean I wanted everyone to see.
I reluctantly pulled away. Finn rested his forehead against mine as we both tried to steady our breathing.
"Just a few more blocks and you will see. It's a surprise love." Finn laced his hand with mine and we continued our journey to the surprise location.
The Trevi Fountain was more spectacular in person than I would have ever imagined. Tourists bustled about, cameras flashed as people documented their new adventures, and I stood rooted to my spot as I took it all in.
"This is incredible." I pulled Finn into a hug and squeezed hard.
"We still have to throw a coin into the fountain." Finn dug in his pocket and pulled out half a dozen coins. "We can do one or three. Typically people only throw one coin. That guarantees your return to Rome."
"What about coins two and three?"
"The second coin is for a new romance, the third is for marriage."
"I don't want a new romance I like ours just fine- and I am not ready for marriage." I was as honest as I could be.
"Couldn't have said it better love." Finn put the excess coins back in his pocket. He handed me one and kept the other. "To do this correctly you need to throw the coin from your right hand over your left shoulder."
"I think I can manage that."
We turned our backs to the fountain. Finn gave me a dazzling smile. I smiled back before giving him a small nod. We threw our coins over our left shoulder and spun around to see them fall to the bottom of the fountain.
Finn pulled me to him and gave me a sweet, chaste kiss. I rested my head against his chest and closed my eyes promising myself that I would fully enjoy the rest of my summer break with Finn.
All too soon Finn pulled away, my body immediately missing the cozy warmth.
"Time to go. We have to make it back in time to get dressed for dinner." Finn grabbed my hand and led me to a waiting car.
"How did you get a car here?" I didn't see him get on his phone.
"It was all planned out. He dropped off Logan and Colin and then came back for us." Finn explained.
I gave him a smile. "You are amazing." He thought everything through just so we could spend a few romantic moments together.
"I know." Finn laughed and I joined in.
The trip back to Grandma's was short. I kissed Finn goodbye and quickly ran up to my room to get ready.
An hour later Grandma and I were pulling up to the guy's hotel. Grandma decided on a black sparkly dress top and slacks. I wore a navy blue halter dress that ended just above my knees.
Finn, Colin, and Logan were waiting outside the restaurant when we walked in. Finn was wearing a light grey button up with a black tie and slacks, Colin was wearing a teal button up, black slacks and a silver tie, and Logan was wearing a light blue button up, navy tie, and black slacks.
"You guys sure do clean up nicely." I said while giving Finn a peck on his lips.
Grandma agreed as we were led to our table. We walked through the restaurant out to the patio area. Several other patrons were already seated around tables. The view took my breath away. Who knew in the middle of a very busy city that there was a magnificent garden? Tables were nestled among the ivy and the rose bushes.
The center pieces were flowers and ivy from the garden. It looked like a princess fairytale. Where were the animals that helped out? Candles were lit all around, giving it a romantic and intimate atmosphere.
We stopped by a large round table. Finn sat to my right, Grandma sat to my left. Colin was next to Finn and Logan was next to Grandma. The waiter recounted the specials for the evening before taking our drink orders. We all decided on a glass of wine and a glass of water.
"Thank you for inviting us to dinner, Emily." Colin said politely.
"Oh it's my pleasure. I am sorry for hogging Rory this week." Grandma said while perusing the menu.
"Grandma you haven't been hogging me. Plus I have really enjoyed everything." I admitted.
We fell into a comfortable silence. Finn trailed his hand up my thigh. I was thankful it was hidden by the table cloth. I snuck a peek at Finn. He gazed into my eyes before smiling.
"I think I will have the seared octopus to start. What about you love?" Finn squeezed my thigh.
"Oh umm I was thinking the tomato, mozzarella, and basil focaccia." I blushed as his hand trailed higher on my thigh.
"That sounds wonderful." Grandma chimed in.
The waiter returned with our wine and water and then took our order. Grandma announced that she would be with Grandpa all day tomorrow so I would be on my own.
Finn took that opportunity to ask if I would like to hang out with him. I agreed. I noticed that he didn't seem to include Logan and Colin in those plans. My heart began to beat rapidly. All day with just Finn and I. My mind immediately jumped to the many things we could do and all of them did not include clothes.
I looked at Finn and realized our thoughts were closely aligned. His eyes darkened with lust. His hand roamed higher up my thigh- his fingers almost grazing my core.
Our moment was interrupted when our appetizers were placed in front of us. The food was delicious but my mind only wanted to focus on the things to come.
We laughed and talked while we ate our appetizers and entrees. We each ordered tiramisu for dessert. I could never get enough. Tiramisu was and will always be my favorite dessert.
After dinner, I hugged all of the guys goodbye. I gave Finn a kiss and promised to call him after I got ready for bed.
I sat next to Grandma in the car on the way back to the estate. "Are you nervous for tomorrow?" I asked.
"A little. I know I shouldn't be but I am hoping things can work out with your Grandfather and I."
I could hear the longing in her voice. "You two are made for each other. I know you can work things out." I had faith they would. Even if I had to do some nudging.
We got back to the estate and made our way to our rooms. I quickly showered and put on pajamas. I called Finn as I climbed into bed pulling the cover up.
We talked for a while. Finn made sure I knew to pack a bathing suit for tomorrow even though he hinted at skinny dipping. We ended the night bringing ourselves to pleasure before saying goodnight and hanging up.
I fell asleep with a smile on my face. I was looking forward to spending the day with Finn tomorrow.
