Rory visits the Stars Hollow Gazette; Emily copes with Richard's death; Lorelai ponders her future while keeping busy at the inn.

Rory continues her secret affair in London while working on her book proposal; Emily and Lorelai attend therapy together.

Rory attempts to save the Stars Hollow Gazette from closing; Lorelai sits on the advisory board for Taylor's musical; Rory worries about Emily.

Lorelai seeks wisdom when she finds herself at odds with everyone in her life; Rory has a wild night with an unexpected crowd.