A/N: Thanks to my reviewers for chapter 4: Gilmoregirl, whisperofsanity, rock'n'rollbitch, Coriel, and KarahBella
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The familiar structure of the Dragonfly Inn met Rory's eyes. Rory thought that perhaps Logan was lost.
"Are you lost Logan?" she asked, voicing her thought.
"Of course not. Are you questioning my abilities?" Logan said indignantly.
"No. Its just that we're here in Stars Hollow, my hometown, and I thought we were going out with Colin, Finn, And Stephanie."
"Exactly, which is why we are here."
"But, why are we here, of all places?" Rory questioned, still not understanding.
"Okay Ace. I'm going to respond slowly, and in great detail so you may understand," Logan said in an exaggerated voice. "Finn was in charge of planning this outing, and since he is rarely ever completely sober, he comes up with rather unique ideas, shall we say. He thought it might be fun to spend some time in the place that he saw ever so briefly while we dropped you off after your male-Yale party."
Rory processed all this information. "Finn does realize that this is a small town, meaning that there isn't much to do, right?"
"Of course he does, which is where you come in Ace. What better way to experience the joys of small town living than through the eyes of one who has lived here. Speak of the devil, here is the man of the hour," said Logan, while indicating Finn's arrival in a flashy red sports car.
Finn stepped out dressed in a flamboyant Hawaiian shirt, black pants, and his usual sun glasses.
"Hello Rory love. Logan so good to see you mate," he said in a grand manner.
"Hey buddy, where's the rest of the crew?" Logan inquired.
"Right behind me," Finn replied.
At that moment Colin pulled up in his black BMW. He and Stephanie both exited the car, each dressed in something that quietly exuded elegance.
"Hello Logan. Rory so good to see you," Colin said in an overly formal voice.
"Colin, cut the crap. No need to use your snobbish airs, it is just us," Logan said. "Oh hey Steph," he acknowledged.
"Hey Logan. Hey Rory, how are you doing?" Stephanie said perkily.
"I'm fine thanks. I'm just wondering what fun you guys will be having this evening," Rory said while voicing her fear that perhaps they were here just to poke fun at her life beyond Yale.
"Don't be silly. There's sure to be tons of things to do. Besides, it'll be a fun break from our regular trips to New York. Anyways, you are one of us now, so you don't have to worry about us making fun of your hometown. Right guys," Stephanie said.
Logan, Finn, and Colin nodded their heads in unison.
Finn then spoke up. "I'm starved Rory darling. Where do you suggest we eat?"
"Well Finn. Since we're here, we could eat at the Inn. Sookie, the head chef, is on maternity leave, but the food is still great."
The rest of the group agreed to Rory's proposition, and they all entered the building. Rory led the group to the restaurant where they were greeted by a disgruntled Michel.
"Bonjour, welcome to the Dragonfly Inn. My name is Michel, how may I help you," Michel said in his best French accent.
"Hi Michel, it is me Rory. You know Lorelai's daughter."
"Ah, yes you insufferable child. What do you want?"
"We'd like a table for five please," Rory said indicating the group who had been silent thus far.
Michel led them to a table in the corner, handed them the menus, said, "I'll be back to take your orders," and left.
"Well, there's a nice guy Ace," Logan said sarcastically.
"Yeah, I thought small town people were supposed to be nice and welcoming, Although, his exotic accent did win him some points," Finn piped up.
"That guy sure did not seem very friendly," Colin added.
"He was a very sharp dresser, though he doesn't seem suited for the duties of a waiter, " Stephanie pointed out.
"That's Michel. He has worked for my mom for ages. He's not very friendly though, as I'm sure you guys saw," Rory explained.
"No harm done," said Finn. "What do you suggest we order," he added while opening his menu.
The others proceeded to open their menus as well.
"The braised lamb is excellent. The roast chicken is quite good as well. I would also recommend the grilled shrimp," Rory said. "Oh, and for anybody wanting something vegetarian, I've heard that the sautéed vegetables with wild rice is great. I should tell you though that I've never tried it, because my mom and I don't consume many vegetables."
"A woman after my own heart," said Finn.
"Except, that she's my girl," said Logan.
"Geez, possessive at all?" Colin inquired.
"Well, I'm ready to order," said Stephanie, who like Rory, was ignoring this display of manliness .
"Me too Steph," said Rory. "Here's Michel."
"I'm back you little people. What do you want?"
"I'll have the grilled shrimp because I'm exotic, "said Finn. "And to drink, I'll choose a margarita."
"I'll have the roast chicken and a glass of red wine, "said Colin.
"I'd like the sautéed vegetables with wild rice and bottled water to drink," said Stephanie.
"I'll have the braised lamb, and a glass of white wine please," Logan said.
"And as for me, I'll have the lamb as well and some coffee to drink," Rory said.
"Very well. Your food will be out in a moment. I'll be back in a moment with your drinks. Now sit tight, and be good little children," said Michel as he collected their menus and left.
The group conversed quietly so as not to upset Michel who kept sending dirty looks in their direction. Their food and drinks arrived and they quickly consumed them. After the bill had been paid, by an insistent Logan, the group left quickly in fear of Michel.
As they exited the inn Logan spoke up. "Where now Ace?"
"Well we could take a walk through the town square," Rory suggested.
"Alright, sounds good," said Logan.
"Fine with me," said Stephanie.
"I'm game," Colin said.
Finn spoke up, "Do I have to walk? I have a nice car to transport me wherever I want to go."
"Yes, you do have to walk. The whole tour of Star's Hollow takes twenty minutes at the most, without interruptions," Rory responded. "But I should warn you guys, we have some pretty weird people in this town so I would keep a look out."
"Well, I'm sure I can handle anything that comes my way," Colin said haughtily.
"I would not be so sure. After all, these characters I mentioned will do practically anything to get their hands on new men," Rory taunted.
"So you are saying that I'm safe?" Stephanie inquired.
"Yes you are," Rory assured her.
"And I'm safe too because I'm your boyfriend, right Ace?"
"Yes Logan, you have nothing to fear," Rory said not wanting to worry Logan. The price on his face would be priceless when he met Miss Patty.
And so the group set off towards the town square, laughing and talking amongst themselves.
AN: Next up: The inhabitants of Star's Hollow meet Rory's Yale friends!
