The Only Exception

2002

Sorry for the delay,  I have had writers block but I have the next 10 chapters outlined so you should start getting at least 1 chapter a week from me going forward. Also Sorry this is so short, I felt I owed you lovely people out there what I already had written so here it is and thank you for the lovely comments, messages and support. Also PLEASE follow me on twitter if you can  on: rloren33 

RORY POV

As Finn and I made our way into Tristan's office I was stick in shock, after all these years and of all the situations to see him. After all, this was a very un-Mary, situation!

Finn sat beside me, Tristan now took his seat at his desk opposite us. Finn had a questioning look in his eye about how Tristan and I knew one another. Nothing to suggest jealousy, more that his curiosity was peaked. I mean that is understandable anyway, but given Tristan's pet name for me I could tell I was going to have to explain how we knew one another.

"So, Mare. It's a small world! I am sorry to hear about the situation you have found yourself in."

"To say it's less than ideal would be an understatement. Thankfully with my family and Finn behind me though I can say that this baby will definitely not be short on love though. I'm sorry to skip over the pleasantries, but how do you suggest that I deal with this? I mean I want it kept discreet, not for his benefit but for mine and the baby."

"Well, to be honest with you, You have two options, you can contest that you want to wait until the baby arrives. Or you can agree with the request for DNA sampling which can be done with a legal representative and witness for yourself present. The procedure and the risks involved would be something that you will need to discuss with your medical professional. You do only have a short window to discuss this, so if you decide you want to wait for the arrival of the child we will need to pursue that as soon as possible." Tristan replied.

"Well I do have an appointment next week so I was going to discuss that with my doctor then. It isn't something I wanted to deal with over the telephone, so perhaps I should speak to them and get back in touch?"

"Definitely, speak to you doctor as soon as possible. In the meantime how would you two feel about arranging a dinner to catch up Ma-Rory? I mean I would love to catch up with you and it would be great to introduce you to my partner?" Tristan asked hopeful.

"Uh, sure. I can do tomorrow evening, does that sound good to you?" I said turning to Finn. He smiled and nodded in response.

We discussed some further legal details and documents that needed completing before saying our goodbyes.

Finn and I exited the room, he turned to me with a daft smirk on his face and grabbed my hand. I looked at him perplexed as he raised his eyebrows, "So, you were a Mary?" he giggled. "I should have known" he chuckled. As I playfully slapped his arm.

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FINNS POV

I can't believe how much poor Rory is having to contend with at the moment. I really feel for her. I am not entirely sure how I will fit into all of this, sure we have an admission of feelings for one another. At the moment though is this too much for her?

All I can do is be here if she wants me there. Tonight I want to distract her and help her relax so I have made sure to have all the necessary Gilmore food stocked. Pizza and Chinese takeout will be here shortly. Then 3 of her favourite films Willy Wonka, Sixteen Candles and The Godfather. Time to relax and not think about everything for a couple of hours, at least.

She had just walked in from the shower, her hair still damp and in her pyjamas, no makeup and damn she is so beautiful without even trying.

"Wow, Finny! You did this all for me?" she said as she curled up next to me.

"Kitten I wish I could do more, I really do" I replied looking into those hypnotising eyes.

"Finn, I know my life is a mess right now and I understand if you can't deal with it. I have really put you in the thick of a terrible situation. I totally understand if you want to take a step back. I mean, I know we had a moment the other day and I really want to pursue that. But with the baby I-" she nervously rambled. I put my index finger to her lips.

"Shush babe, there is no place I would rather be right now than with you" I blurted out. It's actually quite refreshing to be so honest instead of keeping these emotions within me. And to know she feels the same way, as cheesy as it sounds, it makes me feel like i'm the happiest guy in the world.

She stroked my face and moved closer, slowly brushing her lips against mine. I returned the kiss gently and put my hands in her slightly damp her. Pulling her closer into a warm embrace, our lips not losing contact. Suddenly without realising she was straddling me and my hands had moved down her body to her waist. I slowly peppered kisses down her neck as she sighed sweetly.

Then the buzzer went.

"Uh, take outs here" I groaned, as she moved and I went to let the delivery person up.