*Disclaimer: Alas, still I do not own Gilmore Girls. I guess $20 isn't enough to buy it, hehe*

A/N: Ok, once more I'm really sorry that I didn't update sooner. The teachers decided to complete swamp us homework, and they've been doing a really great job. Next weekend is looking promising though. Well here is the next chapter, enjoy!

Underlined stuff is Rory's dream

The sun was just setting down into the horizon. It let off gorgeous pinks, reds, and oranges. The four got out of the convertible, grabbed their bags, and went to check in. The entry was open air, and filled with fountains and flowers. Lorelai made a mental note to go check out the convenience store the next time she came down. Luke walked back to the group with 2 sets of room keys, and then proceeded to lead the way to the elevators. Lorelai and Rory held their breath as the machine took them up to the second floor. Luke and Jess stared at them quizzically. The Gilmores shrugged their shoulders and went back to holding their noses.

The doors opened onto an outside walkway leading to the rooms. Rory, who was bringing up the rear, stopped and stared out at the quickly fading day. The palm trees swayed lazily, and she could hear the waves softly lapping up on the distant sand. Lorelai's voice could be heard in the background, oohing and aahing over the rooms.

Jess made his way out and stood next to Rory.

"It's beautiful tonight, isn't it?" she asked.

"Not too bad," he commented.

Rory gave him a disapproving look, "only not too bad? It's amazing!"

"It is, isn't it." Jess agreed.

Of course it was beautiful. He was standing next to Rory Gilmore, the love of his life. Only problem is that she didn't know, and of course the nagging issue of her not liking him back. But still…

He tentatively draped his arm across Rory's shoulder. She stared at him uncertainly, but soon relaxed under his touch. They stood staring out at the Hawaiian landscape.

"Oh come on, ya lovebirds, come help us unpack. Hawaii isn't going anywhere quick!"

Jess' arm instantly dropped back to his side, and Rory turned a nice shade of red.

"If you say that again, mother dear, I won't be helping you unpack."

Lorelai smiled a sweet, innocent smile, and skipped back into the room. They had managed to get two rooms next to each other, and at the moment Luke was busy inspecting the kitchen in the Gilmore's room.

"Rory, child of mine, you have to come see this!" She led the way to the screen door, and the two girls stepped out onto a balcony. "See, we're the only floor that gets the flower balcony treatment. It's cuz they know who we are," Lorelai stated with a knowing nod. Rory just laughed.

A half-hour later, Rory had helped her mother unpack and had managed to empty her bag too. She grabbed her new red bikini, and went into the bathroom to change. Just then somebody knocked on the door, and she heard Lorelai exclaim, "Luke, my hero, have you brought me coffee?!" Her disappointed "oh", let Rory know that, no, he had not brought, and she too sighed a little. The elder Gilmore recovered quickly and asked if Luke wanted to go with her down to the beach. "Rory didn't want to go, and so now I need a big strong man to save me from the sand bugs." Luke ruffled his hair uncomfortably but agreed, simply because he had wanted to go check out the beach anyways. Lorelai, in her joy, hugged him and squealed.

"I have one condition though," he said raising her voice above her shrieks. "You can't have any more coffee today."

She became quiet. "But Luke, it's only 9 o'clock!"

He stared at her, not blinking.

"Fine, but I hate you for life!"

Luke chuckled, and he and Lorelai headed out the door.

Rory stepping out of the room, grabbed a book, flashlight, and room card. She wandered across the grounds, and came upon a secluded pool. It was illuminated, and was surrounded by lounge chairs, and around them, was a hedge of tropical flowers. Rory sat down and pulled out her book.

Jess was restless. Luke had left, and he assumed that it wasn't just to check out the icebox. He wandered over to Rory's door and knocked – no response. Oh well. He sighed and went back to change into his swim trunks. Grabbing a couple towels and a book, he headed outside to try and find a pool. Of course, he thought, I wouldn't mind finding Rory in the process.

Her book was incredibly boring. Jess had forced her to read Hemmingway – she hated Hemmingway. Growing tired, Rory laid her head back against the lounge chair. Her mind started to drift, and she started to dream about, coincidentally – Jess. He had asked her to listen to the new CD he'd bought. It was good – exactly what Jess should be listening to. Which is why she loved it. Dream Rory decided to go out and get it the next day. Real Rory then realized that she must really be in love with Jess. Everything about him was perfect. His tousled hair, his deep penetrating eyes. The way he was always able to keep up with her banter. He liked the same books – well almost, as her. Jess Mariano was perfect for her – Rory Gilmore. Rory Mariano had a nice ring to it. She slipped back into the dream world. Subconsciously, Rory felt something brushing the hair out of face. The hand was soft, and it performed its mission tenderly. She opened her eyes slowly…

Yes kiddies, that's all for now. Hopefully I'll have the next chapter up sometime soon. I can't promise though. Next chapter includes Luke/Lorelai walk on the beach – cuz I know u want that. Also, a conversation between Rory and Jess – who knows, things might happen…ya never know till I write it and put it up. Thanks so much for all the nice and optimistic reviews. To make me happy, as I go and write a 5-8 page outline, will you pretty please hit the button down there. I love reviews, and it makes me feel like my writing is worth something to people, so please please please review. Until next time, salut!