AN: This chapter I'm going to go over the family. In the article I went over that her mom and dad were together, that GiGi was her full blood sister, and how she talks to all of her grandparents (hence the Hayden surname). Read and Review :)

4 weeks later!

California, how is it going? I can't believe that this article officially marks one month in California. This week I've tried 4 different restaurants, per suggestions via emails, 2 different coffee bar, both pretty good, and a few nights out with my coworkers. Have you noticed that California air is clearer at night? I took a walk, yes to those who know me I walked, around the pier and noticed how much better I could breath. I think I might take up jogging. So on top of food and drink reviews, I'll also take reviews on running paths. I want them to be safe and lit up but also quiet. If anyone wants to know, the best Chinese restaurant that I've found so far is China Cho on 5th and Daily and my daily coffee shop is Beans R Us on 6th and Morgan. I'm going to sign off now. This weekend I'm flying to the east coast and going to spend a week with my family. I'll let everyone know how the east coast is! Peace out!

I didn't plan on coming home so soon but my Grandpa Straub passed away. This is the first time that a grandparent died. My great grandma Lorelai died about 3 years ago but I wasn't close to her. She spend most of my life in England. So here I was getting on the red eye from Palo Alto to Hartford. I took my seat in 4A and noticed there was a blond sitting next to me in 4B.

"Just warning you ahead of time, I hate flying. I'd much rather drive but I have to get home now." Rory started out.
"Well I've flown a lot during my life so I'm here. You can squeeze my hand if you need to during take off." the blond answered.
"What's your name? I'm Rory Gilmore-Hayden."
"Logan Huntzberger. I'm off to Hartford. What about you?"
"Hartford as well. My grandpa passed away."
"Ironic, is your grandpa possibly Straub Hayden?"
"Yes it is. Did you know my grandpa?"
"Yes I did. He's a good friend of the family and a great guy overall. Sorry for your loss. It seems by extension we should be good friends as well."

"Well it does. Do you live in Palo Alto?"

"I do. I started a company about 2 years ago. It's doing good. I was supposed to follow in my father's footsteps but I decided that it wasn't in my cards. This is the first time I've talked to my mother in 2 years. I've talked to my father a few times but it hasn't been nice."

"That's strange for me. I'm close to my family. My mom had me when she was young so I've been close to her. My parents got married but only because they were actually in love. It's a different arrangement but it works. They got a place in Stars Hollow and mom opened an inn, The Dragonfly Inn, and dad went to work for his dad. I have a little sister Georgia, we call her G, and I'm actually close to both sets of grandparents."
"So much of your life story is strange to me. Marrying out of love instead of obligation, having a younger sibling, being close to your family, all foreign concepts to me. I have an older sister, Honor, but I'm convinced that if she was a male, I wouldn't be here. My parents also got married because my mom was pregnant but they're not in love. When they got married they got a mansion in Hartford. My mom is a socialite and lives for parties and friends. My dad is... well not your father." He didn't elaborate much but Rory could tell there was bad blood between them.

Over the intercom- Good evening passengers. "Welcome to flight 1023 Palo Alto CA to Hartford CT. Please take a seat and buckle up. We will begin flight shortly."
"Oh here's the part I hate most." Rory said closing her eyes.

Logan grabbed her hand to calm her down. She was intrigued at how calm she felt after he grabbed it.

"So what business are you in?" Logan asked "Insurance or politics?"
"Neither actually. I'm a journalist. I have a weekly column for the Palo Alto Daily News." Rory replied
"Interesting. I figured that you'd be heading one of the companies. You're the Gilmore-Hayden heir correct? Since you said your grandpa was Straub and from what I can recall there was only one child born to both Hayden-Gilmore, although I guess I was wrong since you have a sister."
"That would be correct. Although, I don't let anyone know that. I don't want to be based off of my last name. I am one of two. Georgia and I both are the heir but since I'm older it falls to me to see what happens. Right now, my dad is in charge is Hayden and Hayden law firm. The only thing I have to do is attend shareholder meetings. As far as my grandpa, he's not the owner of his company so I don't have to do much there."
"Ah so you're a trust fund child that doesn't live off of her trust?"
"Well I bought the apartment that I'm living in with part of my trust but I work so I pay most of my bills from my paycheck. I will admit I'm spoiled but I'm not a brat."
"Same goes for me. I have a trust but the real thrill I get is paying my dues to society. I grew up spoiled and a brat but I've grown up. Ok so we've covered family. Lets move on. Do you have a boyfriend?"
That question hit hard. "No. I was with someone for the better part of 4 years but it ended on my graduation."
"I'm sorry. Your choice or his? I'm sure it had to be your choice. Just from our 20 minute conversation I wouldn't want to be the idiot that let you get away after 4 years."
"Nope. Entirely his choice. Graduation day came and I thought he was going to propose. Instead he told me he's been chatting on the internet with someone in Florida and he was going to Florida the next day to be with her."
"Wow, what an idiot. Well then you're better off without him."
"OK so you. Do you have a girlfriend?"
"No. I dated someone for a couple of years in college but I figured out eventually she wasn't the one for me. I made a clean break when I left for England."
"I'm sorry. So onto better subjects. Friends. I have three best friends. My mom, Lane, and Paris. You?"
"I have two, Colin and Finn. They've been with me through thick and thin. They know all about my family and how it is. You might actually get to meet them. They'll probably be there too. Colin McCray and Finn Morgan."
"Paris will be at the social gathering too. Paris Geller."
"Wow with all the important Eastern Seaboard names it's a wonder we haven't met."

The spent the next 4 hours talking about everything under the sun. They discussed books, movies, crazy adventures with their friends. The entire time they held hands, something Rory didn't realize until halfway through the flight but wasn't too quick to change.

"Well Huntz, it looks like our time together is about to come to an end." Rory said. She had a sad look to her face when she said it.
"Hayden, we've talked about everything for the past 5 hours and you think this was a coincidence? No, this was fate. If I didn't get shipped to boarding schools constantly and if your parents bought a house in Hartford, we'd have been best friends."
"You think?"
"No, I know. I'm going to give you my number once we land and we'll do something together while we're here. When are you flying back?"
"Well the reading of the will is on Tuesday so probably sometime Wednesday."
"I don't see you getting through a flight without me so I'll book the tickets for Thursday morning and we'll fly back together. I think we should have a night of letting loose after the funeral. How does that sound?"
"I can handle that. OK here comes the descent. Don't let go."
I wouldn't dream of it, he thought.

They landed and got into the terminal and saw they both had drivers waiting for them.
"OK Hayden. Here is my number," Logan said as he gave her his business card. "If you look on the back you'll see my personal cell number is on there."
"I'm calling now so you have my number."
Logan heard his phone ring and saved her number. "I'll see you soon. Don't be a stranger."

Rory climbed into her town car and shot a quick text to Logan.
Thanks for everything Logan. It meant a lot.

A second later she heard her phone ding.
Anytime :) See you soon.

She decided now would be a good time to call her mom and let her know she landed and was on her way home.

"Hey mom. I landed and I'll be home in about 30 minutes or so." Rory said.
"Ok kid. Dad's staying with his mom for the night and G is already asleep." Mom answered sleepily. "We have to be in Hartford at 8 sharp. Why don't you just stay at Grandma Hayden's?"
"Are you sure? Is anyone awake? I don't want to wake anyone up."
"I know you're dad is up. He just texted me asking if you landed."
"Great. Tell him I'll be at the house in 5 minutes then."
"OK Rory. Love you. See you tomorrow.

She got to the Hayden house and her dad was indeed awake. She sat up and talked to him for a few minutes before going to her bedroom.

She started getting ready to shower and go to bed and she heard her phone ding.

-Did you make it back to Stars Hollow?
It was from Logan. She smiled as she replied back to him.
-Nope. Mom and I decided that Hartford was better for the night. Have to be here bright and early anyway. Staying at the Haydens.
-Oh so just down the street from me? Good to know. Night Ace. I'll talk to you tomorrow and I'll have coffee ready. Dollop of cream and sugar right?
-You read my column?
-That I did. Night Ace. Maybe one day some of our crazy antics will end up in there. Since we're destined to become friends and all.
-Ace? and perhaps. We'll see what crazy antics ensue.
-That's what you are in my phone now. Ace. You'll figure it out soon enough. Go to sleep you have a busy week ahead.
-Good night Logan. Thanks again for everything.
-What are friends for? See you later.

Rory finished getting ready for bed and actually had a small smile when she thought of his hand holding hers.