We get to see Rory bond with her grandfather in this episode, as they discover that they share an interest in reading and travel, and find it easy to talk to each other. More than that, Rory seems to respect Richard’s successful career in insurance, which Lorelai has always rather looked down on.
Richard likewise feels proud of Rory when he realises that his peers admire Rory for being pretty and polite, and attending a prestigious school. He does end up “showing her off at the club”, just as Emily instructed.
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