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A/N: Hi, all I'm in uncharted territory, because I need to up my romance writing game. So loved this show when I was younger and sooo here it goes. This is a AU in the fact I added a character of my own. Read on!

THE LETTER-prologue

October 17th, 1862

Dearest, Michaela

Forgive the intrusion this letter may bring to your present life. Many years have passed between our last meeting. I only hope that the time that has been has enriched your life and that happiness has met your every step. I send you my condolences for that of your father's passing I'am deeply sadden at the anguish this must have brought upon you. I can only hope my words can bring some comfort to your broken heart. I know that you will go on to do great things Michaela. It is in your very veins. I'am travelling to Boston in three days time. Until then...be still and rest until my arrival.

Sincerely, with all my heart.

Henry.A Reed

Michaela stared at the letter in her hand. No matter how many times she had read it or tried to make sense of why this letter never met her eyes until now. Surely, with all the travelling, the lifting, the pushing, the loading, it would have been revealed to someone. Anyone from her children to Hank.

Even...as soon as Sully's name greeted her mind it nearly caused her to drop the letter.

She was being unreasonable. Sully, would understand he always was patient with her. Strong sensible all this seemed easy in her mind but what was truly making it difficult was the hidden feelings that this letter stirred deep inside her now. Emotions so turbulent she was afraid she would be swept under by the sheer weight of them.

The sound of pounding foot steps brought her back to reality quickly she folded up the letter quickly placed it back into the chest behind the secret corner it had been hiding.

"Ma, can I go fishing with Aaron? He said he found a new spot." Brian asked eagerly as he set his school books down on the table.

Straightening she gave a smile as she looked at him. "Yes, of course, but don't be too long I want you home for supper."

"Thanks Ma!" Brain gleefully said giving her a quick hug before running out the door.

Sully came down the stairs Katie in his arms. "Micheala did you not here me?"

"Sorry?"

"I've called to you twice to bring up her bottle."

"Micheala quickly walked over and grabbed the bottle from the counter. "I'm sorry my mind was somewhere else."

Sully grinned slighty. "A rarity...anything I can help you with?"

Micheala smiled coming over to take Katie from his arms. "You help more than enough. Just someone I forgot to address to. Nothing to worry about." she said before giving him a kiss on the cheek.

He cupped the side of her face. "You'd tell me if anything was going on?"

"Of course. Now run along Cloud dancing wanted to meet with you this morning you'll be late."

"Okay. Love you." he bid giving one last kiss before going out the door.

As soon as she left in silence. Two things filled it. The sound of Katie's subtle moaning and the overwhelming realization. That the words 'I love you.' were the last thing she heard from the one person who knew her better then she knew herself.

AN: Review, if you want it continued.