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The group entered Rory's house. Each member looked around taking in their surroundings. Finn spoke up first, as usual.

"Charming little house here love. I suppose I'll be sleeping in your room then. Perhaps you might care to join me?"

"Or you could join me on the couch here," suggested Colin.

"Rory, do you want to bunk with me, so we can girl talk?" Stephanie questioned.

Logan who had been silent so far spoke up.

"Okay guys, calm down. First of all Finn, Rory is my girlfriend, not yours, therefore you won't be sleeping with her. Colin same goes for you. Stephanie, while I appreciate your offer to get to know Rory better, I think that we should share Rory."

"Bossy, aren't you Logan?" Rory inquired with a smirk.

"Well somebody had to get these two, "said Logan pointing to Finn and Colin who had guilty looks on their faces, "under control."

"I think I can handle them, if I can handle you. Now, since I seem to be in such great demand, I have a solution," said Rory, as she looked up to see the others eagerly listening to her.

Rory continued, "Over the years, my mom and I have acquired a large number of sleeping bags. We could each take one, and camp out here in the living room. How does that sound?"

"I knew there was a reason I like you Ace. That solves the problem," said Logan.

"I can understand what Logan sees in you," said Colin.

"I suppose that's alright, but I'm rather disappointed that I can't share your sleeping bag," said Finn, earning a glare from Logan.

"That sounds kind of fun," Stephanie added.

"Alright then. Come with me upstairs, and I'll hand out the sleeping bags," said Rory as she motioned for the others to follow her.

When they reached the closet Rory stopped and opened the door. She began to hand out sleeping bags.

"Okay, this lavender one is for Steph. This emerald green one is for Colin. The royal blue is for Logan. Of course, the light blue one with coffee cups is for me," said Rory.

"Wait, what about me?" Finn interrupted.

"Patience Finn. For you I have reserved on of our most prized ones. I'm letting you have the Sponge-Bob one," Rory said to him, trying to hold in her laughter.

"Is this some kind of cruel joke? I can't sleep with a talking sponge," Finn complained.

"You should be thankful that Rory is letting your crazy self sleep here," Logan commented, who enjoyed Rory's joke.

"Besides, Finn, Sponge-Bob is not real," Colin added.

"I think you are old enough to distinguish between fact and fiction," said Stephanie.

"Oh alright," sighed Finn dramatically, "I suppose I could stand this for one night. But next time Rory, I get the green one, and Colin can room with Sponge-Bob."

"Then it's settled," Rory said, as she led the group back downstairs.

They laid out their sleeping bags in a circle. Rory insisted that everybody brush their teeth, saying something about 'bad breath,' and provided them each with their very own Gilmore toothbrush. It was pink and sparkly, prompting some comments from the guys. Soon afterwards, they all fell asleep, perhaps due to the fact that Finn's antics had tired them out.

The next morning, as the sun was beginning to shine on the sleeping group of college students, Lorelai Gilmore walked into her house, and let out a gasp. She was not loud enough, however, to wake the guests that were occupying her living room floor. Slowly, she walked towards the group, and saw Rory lying next to Logan, their hands intertwined. The rest of the people she didn't know, but assumed they were friends of Rory's.

'Well I guess Rory did keep her promise to come home and bring Logan, with clothes," Lorelai thought to herself.

Lorelai went upstairs to shower and change into new clothes, after she had spent the night with Luke. When she came down, she saw movement in the kitchen. When she went to investigate, she saw that Logan had started a pot of coffee, and was waiting at the kitchen table for it to finish. She entered and cleared her throat.

Logan looked up startled. "Uh, hello Mrs. Gilmore," he said as he stood up to shake her hand.

Lorelai took his hand shook it once and then spoke. "Hello Logan. I'm not one to beat around the bush, so I'm going to cut to the chase."

Logan swallowed nervously, and nodded.

"I'm sure you know that I don't like you very much, especially since I saw you undressing my daughter at her grandparents wedding. You represent everything I've tried to shield her against, and everything I ran away from. You are the rich society kid, who has had his every whim fulfilled, and has now set your sights on my daughter. I hope, for your sake, that you aren't toying with her heart. Because if you are, I will come after you, with the whole town of Stars Hollow behind me," Lorelai said, as she finished her long speech.

Throughout this time, Logan had listened intently. Now after Lorelai had finished, he tried to come up with some words that would convince her that his intentions were truthful, and that would also win at least some of her approval.

He finally spoke, "You have every right to be suspicious of me, Mrs. Gilmore. But, I should tell you that Rory has changed me for the better. Yes, it is true that I have had meaningless relationships in the past, but those all stopped the moment I met Rory. She entered my world as breath of fresh air, and with her she brought the enticing possibility of strings. You've done a good job raising her, because she saw past my society façade, into the person that I truly am. I do not want to be like the stiff people of Hartford society. I commend you for the courage it took to run away, and there is not a moment that goes by when I don't consider doing the very same. So, in the end, Rory has somehow gotten in my heart. Together, we are developing something that, in the future, may be called love. I hope that you will give our relationship a chance, and let it run for as long as fate allows."

Lorelai was silent. She was surprised at the maturity, and truth that seemed to radiate from Logan's words. He kind of reminded her of herself at that age, a society child straining to break free from its grasps. When she realized he was waiting for a response, she quickly spoke.

"I suppose I could find it in me to give you a chance. But firstthings first, do not call me Mrs. Gilmore, call me Lorelai. Secondly, as I said before, I will hunt you down if you dare break my baby's heart. Understand?"

Logan nodded. "Of course, Lorelai. I even give you permission to come after me if I hurt Rory."

"Well, now that this is all out of the way, are you going to share some of that coffee you made?" Lorelai said in an attempt to lighten the mood.

"I wouldn't think otherwise," he said as he rose to get a mug of coffee.

It was at this moment that a still half-asleep Rory walked into the kitchen. However, when she saw her mother and Logan chatting like old friends, she became fully awake.

"Hey, you two, what's going on?" Rory questioned.

"Hey sweetheart, Logan and I were just talking. It's nothing to worry about," Lorelai said.

"Good morning Ace. Your mother and I were just having a discussion, that's all," said Logan.

"And you two are being so friendly towards each other because?" Rory inquired.

"Oh, this friendliness came after we had a long talk, and I gave him the speech about not hurting my baby," Lorelai explained.

"And believe me, your mother is not one to be reckoned with," Logan said seriously.

"Okay, that's a good enough explanation for me. Now may I have some coffee please?" Rory begged.

Logan got up and got Rory her own mug of coffee. After the three of them had been conversing in quiet tones for awhile, they heard a loud noise.

"Bloody hell," came the sound of Finn's Australian voice, "What did you have to do that for?"

"You were mumbling about being attacked by sponges you idiot, it was driving me insane," Colin's voice answered.

"Will the two of you immature boys be quiet," Stephanie ordered.

In the kitchen, Lorelai said, "I will assume the other houseguests are awake."

Rory said sarcastically, "Good observation mom. What else could it be? The invisible dog we have, maybe?"

"No need to pick on your mother," said Lorelai with a pout.

At this moment, Finn, Colin, and Stephanie came stumbling into the kitchen. Finn and Colin stopped short when they saw Lorelai.

Finn spoke up first. "Hello, my charming and beautiful lady. I am the exotic Australian, Finn Farnsworth, at your service."

Pushing Finn out of the way, Colin spoke. "Ignore him. A beautiful lady such as yourself should only be seen with the likes of English nobility, which I, Colin Bradberry, am descended from."

Logan chose to intervene at this moment. "Sorry Lorelai for the actions of these two crazy individuals, whom I am sorry to say are my friends. On the other hand, this calm lady here is Stephanie Middleton."

"It is very nice to meet you Mrs. Gilmore. Thank you for letting us stay in your house," Stephanie greeted.

"You're welcome, and call me Lorelai. Now, you two fellows," Lorelai said, indicating Colin and Finn, "can close your mouths."

Finn and Colin promptly did so. They were kind of in shock that Rory's mother was so beautiful and young. Eventually they came to their senses, and apologized for their behavior.

"If this is all settled, then I suggest we all get ready and go to Luke's," Rory said.

They group hurried off, brushing their teeth with their Gilmore toothbrushes, and straightening themselves up, as best as they could, since they were still in sleep rumpled clothes.

When everyone was ready, Rory and Lorelai led the group to Luke's. Upon opening the door, which jingled upon their arrival, everybody stopped and looked around.

"Are those blueberry pancakes I smell?" Finn inquired.

"Mmm. Those doughnuts look delicious." Colin said, his mouth watering.

"The waffles smell divine," said Stephanie.

"Guess we better get out of the doorway, and get this group fed, huh Ace? I could go for a Danish myself," said Logan.

The group seated themselves at a corner table, amidst the not-so-subtle-looks from the nosy inhabitants of Stars Hollow.

"Is it just me, or is everybody staring at us?" asked Stephanie.

"Yeah, you're right Steph," Colin agreed.

"It's because I'm exotic," said Finn.

"Or maybe it's because you guys are newcomers to this very small town. They have nothing better to do than gossip. If you think this is something, wait until you meet Miss Patty," Lorelai.

"Hate to break it to you mom, but Logan already got a visit from Miss. Patty," Rory informed her mother.

Lorelai burst out laughing.

"I took pictures with my phone. Do you want to see them?" asked Stephanie.

"Of course," Lorelai eagerly replied.

"Hey! I thought we were friends Lorelai. Steph, the list of things you're not supposed to do with those photos includes showing them to my girlfriend's mother," Logan pleaded.

"Oh alright, ruin our fun," Lorelai sighed.

"Hey man, you're going to have to steal that phone from Steph," suggested Colin.

"Oooh, good idea. Then we can use it to get back at her," added Finn.

"I don't think so boys," warned Stephanie, as she edged her phone away from them.

At this moment, Luke walked up.

In his usual gruff voice he said, "What'll you have? For Rory and Lorelai it'll be their usual, I'm sure. But as for the rest of you scoundrels," Luke paused to glare at Logan, "I don't know what you guys like."

"I'll have the blueberry pancakes, and some coffee. Or do you have an exotic drink that you suggest?" Finn asked.

"This is a diner, which means simple, home-cooked food," Luke said, giving Finn a strange look.

"I'll have waffles, and coffee please," said Stephanie.

"I'll have a blueberry muffin, and coffee," Colin ordered.

"I'll have a cheese Danish, and some coffee please," said Logan ever so politely, in the hope that Luke would warm up to him.

"Be right back," said Luke gruffly as he left to go place their orders.

"Is there a reason he doesn't seem to like me?" asked Logan.

"You mean other than the fact that he caught you in a compromising position with my daughter?" Lorelai responded.

"Ignore her Logan. Luke is just really over protective. He acts like this towards all the guys I bring home. He'll warm up to you eventually. Besides, I'll make sure mom has a talk with him," Rory comforted Logan.

Luke arrived with their coffee and food, and everybody heartily dug in. After their appetites were satiated, they sat back with their stomachs full.

"That was the best food I've ever tasted," Stephanie commented.

"Yeah, I wish I could steal Luke's recipe, and have my mom's chef make it," Colin agreed.

"This food is great, although it is too bad that it is not exotic." Finn said.

"Ace, I think I might ask your mom to adopt me, so I can come and eat in Stars Hollow everyday," Logan added.

"Well, you guys are welcome at our house anytime," said Lorelai who was beginning to warm up to Rory's Yale friends, even Logan.

"Mom I starting to get the feeling that you like my friends more than you like me," teased Rory.

"You know that's simply not true," laughed Lorelai. At that moment her cell phone rang. She picked it up and after a short conversation hung up.

"Well, I've just received some interesting news. There seems to be three suspicious cars parked in front of the Inn; A red Porsche, a black BMW, and a dark blue Mercedes. Would you happen to know anything about this?" Lorelai inquired.

"Why yes, the red car happens to belong to me," said Finn.

"The black one would be mine," Colin said.

"Which leaves the blue one for me," said Logan.

"That reminds me. We should probably get going. I still have to finish my work for my Psychology class," Rory interjected.

"I suppose you're right. Thanks again for having us Lorelai," said Stephanie.

"Yeah, I had a great time," Colin agreed.

"Thanks, and remember if you ever need an exotic man, I'm the one to call," Finn said playfully.

"Lorelai, thanks for having us, and for giving me a chance," Logan said, referring to their earlier conversation.

"Bye Mom. Thanks for everything, and for covering at Grandma and Grandpa's. I'll call you," said Rory as she hugged her mother.

Logan insisted on paying the bill again. The group left towards the Inn to pick up their cars, and were soon on their way back to Yale. They all said goodbye to each other, and headed off to their respective rooms to finish their assignments for that weekend.

When Rory reached her room, she checked her answering machine for any messages. She pressed the play button and listened.

AN: Wow, that was a pretty long chapter. Hope you liked. Up in the next chapter, who called?