Title: She's gone

Pairing: Mirandy

Rating: MA

Disclaimer: I do not own these two characters but I am going to have fun writing them.

Summary: What would you do if you lost the only person that you loved?

Author's note: I have been a fan of these two for a long time, I have only ever written Otalia fics, now I finally have the courage to let my muse lose. Hope you enjoy, comments are always welcome.

Chapter 1

Miranda reached the front door of the townhouse and felt the pressure slowly releasing from her body. She has been so busy lately, all she wants to do is have dinner with her family and cuddle on the couch.

As she enters the house the sound loud footsteps start to get closer. "Mom!" The twins yell as they wrap their arms around her waist.

"Hi my sweethearts, how was your day?" Miranda leans down and kisses both her children's forehead.

"Mom where is Andy? Caroline looked up with worried eyes.

"Yeah have you talked to her?" Cassidy had tears in her eyes.

"Working, why do you ask?" Miranda felt a wave of worry pass through her.

"Is she on an assignment? Caroline asked.

"No sweetie, what is going on?"

Caroline moved further from her mother to look into her eyes. "Mom we haven't seen Andy in three days."

"Three days…" Did I miss something, was she going on assignment and I forgot. "Don't worry girls I will call her and find out when we should expect her. Now go finish your homework before dinner is ready." The girls looked at each other, then at their mother. "Go my darlings, everything is fine."

The girls ran from the room pounding up the stairs. "I swear I am going to have to get those stairs re-enforced soon."

Miranda hung her coat in the closet then made her way to her study to check Andrea's schedule. Nothing was in her schedule to indicate she would be away. "Where the hell could she be?"

Miranda reached for her purse to retrieve her phone, dialing Andrea she waited…dam voice mail. "Andrea you need to call immediately the girls are worried…when will you be home?"

The rest of the evening the girls became more subdued as Miranda had no clear answers for her girls. She tried to reassure them but it wasn't working. The night was not what she thought it would be. "This is your fault." Caroline ran from the room.

"Mom is Andy coming back?" Cassidy had tears running down her cheeks. Miranda pulled her daughter into her arms. They were growing up but still had moments that they were still so young.

"Honestly, I don't know Bobbsey…I hope so. Why don't you go get ready for bed I will be up in a bit to tuck you in."

Cassidy slowly moved away from her mother up the stairs. Miranda sat for long moments trying to figure out what was going on. Nothing was coming to her. They are happy or so she thought. Miranda moved to the couch and stretched her legs, as she laid back she started replaying her relationship with Andrea.

Miranda woke when she heard the front door open and close…Andrea…Miranda raced from her study to the foyer…"Bloody hell Miranda are you trying to kill me."

"Emily I do not see the need for you to be so jumpy around me."

"Right so, I will be going."

"Have you spoken with Andrea today?"

"No I haven't, we are supposed to go for drinks on Friday. Why?"

"I haven't been able to get a hold of her today and I am a bit worried."

"Miranda you know Andy once she starts a story she gets so immersed she forgets about time."

"Yes well, That's all!" Miranda took the book back to her office, she placed it on her desk and stared at the picture of Andrea. The picture was taken at the park, it was the first time she met the girls as something other than Miranda's assistant. The girls enjoyed playing soccer with her, Miranda had taken the picture when Andrea was on the ground with the girls piled on top of her. The happiness sparkling in her eyes and that smile wrapped around Miranda's heart that day. Miranda sighed as she opened her laptop to get some work done. Just because it felt like her life was falling apart didn't mean she could slack off. There was the book to go through and a number of emails to respond to. With a heavy heart Miranda began going through her emails, skipping those Emily could deal with in the morning.

Miranda's heart skipped a beat when she recognized an email, with a shaky hand she opened the email.

To: mirandapriestly

From: andreapriestly

Subject: 3 Days

It took you 3 days to realize I was gone… 3 days Miranda… 3 fucking days. And don't roll your eyes at my language I am mad and have every right to be. You want to know what really makes me sad is that I know it was the girls that made you aware I was missing. I'm amazed it took them this long…but then this is probably the first time they have seen you. I would have told you in person had I known when the fuck you would be home. Do you know it has been 2 weeks, 3 days, and 11 hours since we have seen each other? Yes I counted, I always counted the minutes until I would see you, I couldn't wait. I remember it well you came in kissed my forehead and said you would be right back. I fell asleep waiting just like I always do.

If I didn't know you I would think you were having an affair. But I know you would never sacrifice your time for something other than Runway.

When did I become invisible to you…we promised to always make time for each other, 4 dinners a week together, no working after 2pm on Saturdays, and Sundays free of work. 3 days Miranda… 3 days.

I always knew and accepted I would come second to Runway, I could deal with the demands of your job and the commitment you have for your work. I too have the same drive, but when did Runway become second to Runway? I'm not even in the running, where do I fall in your priorities? I cannot say anymore.

Do you remember our vows, I do and I lived by them each and every day. When we married I felt as if I mattered. That day was the happiest time in my life. We had dreams of expanding our family, travelling, and watching the girls grow. I guess they will remain dreams.

Miranda I will not be invisible anymore I need someone that makes me feel important and wanted. I want to feel my heart flutter again, stolen breath, a want that consumes my body and soul.

I can't remember the last time we made love, can you? I remember a time when we couldn't keep our hands off each other now I feel the bed dip when you finally come to bed long after I have fallen asleep, then you are gone before I wake. I never know if I am dreaming or not when I feel your lips brush across my cheek.

Just know I am not leaving you, you left me long ago, I am just following through with what you started.

Don't worry about the girls I have already emailed them and explained I will not leave them, they are my daughters, I have raised them for the last three years and will continue to. You will not keep them from me!

I am leaving New York, by the time you read this I will already be on a plane. I quit my job so don't bother phoning to find out where I am they have no idea. I feel it is time to start a new life. I have told no one where I am going, so be nice to Emily and Nigel they had no idea. I will contact the girls when I return.

I hope that you are happy, that is all I have ever wanted for you.

I will always love you.

Andrea

TBC?