A/N: Thanks for reading and reviewing, as always! I appreciate it. It's been a busy week between work and turning a year older, but I did manage to get this chapter cranked out. The action picks up right where the last one left off. Hope you enjoy this update!

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Bianca looked at the clock on her desk. Somehow, she had managed to get through the rest of her workday without losing her focus. While she was worried about Miranda and anxious to hear what the doctor had to say, she knew without question that Marissa was taking excellent care of her. She just wished that she was there too. Bianca grabbed her purse, laptop and some files to work on from home tomorrow should Miranda still not feel well enough to go to school.

"Aya, I'm heading out now. The finalized budget should be ready tomorrow for me to review. I'm not sure if I'll be in the office. If Miranda is still sick, I'll be working from home."

"No problem. If you're at home, either Jan or me will bring it over to you. Don't worry about this place. We've got you covered. I hope Miranda's feeling better."

"Marissa sent me a text a little while ago saying she was. Okay, I'm going to go pick up our other two. I'll talk with you tomorrow, and thanks for all of your help today."

/

Bianca's first stop was Gabby's daycare to pick up her youngest before heading over to the elementary school for AJ. She spoke with Miranda's teacher and picked up her homework assignments for the next day just in case they decided to keep her home. AJ and Gabby waited patiently for her to finish before they headed home.

"Mom?"

"Yes, AJ."

"Is Miranda okay?" The boy had been worried about his sister ever since she had gone to see the school nurse. His teacher told him that one of his Moms picked her up and took her home. Other than that, he hadn't heard anything.

Bianca glanced in the rearview mirror and smiled at her son. "Yeah, Buddy, she is."

"Is something wrong with Mimo, Mommy?"

"She wasn't feeling well so Rissa picked her up and took her to the doctor's. I had a text from her before I left work. Mimo is feeling a little better already. She needs some rest though so I'll need both of you to be quiet when we get home, okay?"

Both children nodded. "Okay."

"Thank you. How was school?"

The trio continued on their way home while the kids filled Bianca in on their days.

/

As Bianca pulled into the garage, AJ brought the subject back to Miranda. "Can we see Miranda?"

"Let me check on her first to see if she's awake and how she's feeling, okay?"

AJ nodded and grabbed his backpack to head inside to start on his homework. He didn't have much tonight and knew he would be able to play with Max as soon as it was done.

Bianca helped Gabby out of her booster seat before grabbing her things and following AJ inside.

Gabby went to her room to play with Minx and Bernie. After some debate on her side, she had finally settled on the name of Bernie for her giant monkey. When questioned why, she simply shrugged and said he looked like a Bernie. They realized there was no way to beat the logic of the four year old so they just went with it.

Bianca dropped her things on the coffee table in the family room and immediately headed up to Miranda's bedroom, anxious to check on her. She paused in the doorway and smiled at the scene before her. Miranda was sleeping peacefully, snuggled next to Marissa who was reading what looked to be some work files. The redhead had one arm around their daughter, gently rubbing her back. Max was curled up on Miranda's other side.

Marissa glanced up and met Bianca's gaze and smiled. She took off her glasses and whispered. "Hey."

"Hey, yourself." Bianca walked over to the bed and gave Marissa a quick kiss before brushing a lock of hair away from Miranda's cheek. "How's our girl doing?"

"Much better. Her fever is down, and her throat doesn't hurt as much. She's been asleep for a little over an hour."

Bianca looked at the nightstand and saw one of Marissa's law books but no story books. She raised an eyebrow. "I thought you were going to read to her."

Marissa followed her lover's eyes and shrugged. "I did, but she didn't want to hear any of the fairy tales. She wanted me to read to her about the law and some of my cases."

Bianca chuckled. She wasn't really surprised. Ever since Marissa became part of their lives and assured that Bianca maintained custody of the girls, Miranda developed a fascination with the law. Some in the family jokingly suggested that Miranda would be a lawyer one day. Bianca, however, didn't see it as a joke. She saw it as a distinct possibility and could easily see the two practicing law side by side one day. "She just wants to learn from the best."

Marissa suppressed a laugh. "I think she just likes to hear my voice."

"Well, I know that I do."

"Mom?"

Bianca placed a gentle kiss on her daughter's forehead. "Hi, Sweetie. Are you feeling better? Has Marissa been taking good care of you?"

Miranda nodded and rubbed her eyes. "Uh huh, I do feel better. Ma read to me and Max is keeping me company."

The puppy stretched and yawned as his tail thumped on Miranda's bed hearing his name.

"I see that. Do you think you might be up for a visit from AJ and Gabby?" Bianca asked, already knowing the answer.

"Yeah, I am."

Marissa kissed the top of Miranda's head. "I'll go get them then. Would you like something more to drink, Mimo?"

"Yes, please."

"Okay, I'll be back in a few minutes."

Bianca took Marissa's previous spot and pulled her daughter closer. "Are you sure you're feeling better?"

"Yes, Mom, I am. My throat's a little sore but lots better than it was."

"Good. So, you got Marissa to read something out of one of her law books."

Miranda grinned. "Yeah, is it weird that I like learning some of that?"

"Not at all. Your Ma likes it. She says you ask really good questions."

The girl's grin widened. "I wanna be a lawyer like her one day. I can help people like you and her do."

Bianca smiled at her daughter. She was so proud of her. "If that's what you want to do, you know that we'll support you all the way, but if you change your mind, that's okay too. We just want you, the three of you, to be happy."

"I know. I really like helping people, and I like being able to do it the right way. Ma says there's all kinds of law to study, but I kinda like what she does, helping families."

"You're so good at helping people already. I have no doubt that you'll be a great lawyer, and you couldn't have anyone better to teach you than Marissa."

"Mimo!" Gabby rushed into the room to see her sister and climbed onto Miranda's bed.

Marissa laughed. "So much for the little talk about taking it easy on your sister."

"Are you feeling better?" AJ asked as he approached Miranda.

"Yep, I do."

Marissa set Miranda's glass on her nightstand and picked up her files and book. "I think I'll see what looks good for dinner."

Bianca caught the look from her lover telling her they needed to talk. "I'll help you. We'll be downstairs if you need anything."

The couple left with AJ filling Miranda in on what happened at school after she left.

/

Bianca waited until they were in the kitchen before beginning. "Alright, what exactly did the doctor say?"

Marissa smiled and gave her partner a quick kiss. "Let's sit down, and I'll tell you everything." After they were settled, the redhead started. "Dr. Parrish said it was tonsillitis, again. Because Miranda has had several infections this past year, she recommended that they be removed."

"Surgery?" Bianca didn't want to hear that her daughter needed surgery. She started to worry about everything involved.

Marissa sensed this and was prepared for it. "B, I know you don't like the idea of it. I don't either. I hate it, but Dr. Parrish wouldn't recommend it if she didn't think it would help. You know that something needs to be done though, right? Mimo can't keep on like this."

"I know. I just …"

"Hate seeing her hurting and can't stand the idea of her needing surgery. I know. Dr. Parrish is the best and will take excellent care of our little girl. I have a few things to tell you. In addition to what I got at the doctor's office, I managed to do a little research while Miranda was taking her nap."

Bianca chuckled. She wasn't surprised by this at all. When Marissa was worried, she went into research mode in search of answers. She did it as much for Bianca as she did for herself. "Of course you did. What did you find out?"

"It's one of the most common surgical procedures for children. There are some risks, but that's true for everything. What risks there are, are minor. Dr. Parrish said that barring any complications, Miranda will be home the same day, and she should be fully healed in about a week. I was thinking that maybe we could have it done during spring break. I know it's not ideal because who wants to spend their vacation recovering from surgery, but we didn't have any plans to go away."

"And the sooner we have it done, the sooner she'll start to feel better. Okay. Do you have …"

"The information from the doctor and what I found online? Yes, I do. I'll let you read it while I get started on dinner. We'll talk to Miranda and explain everything to her after we eat." Marissa saw Bianca bite her lip. It was her 'tell'. She could deny she wasn't worried or nervous all she wanted, but when she started biting her lip, Marissa knew better. "Hey, it's going to be fine."

Bianca took deep breath. She was so lucky to have Marissa here for her, being strong for her. "Thank you. You're right. It will be. I can't help but think she's going to be scared though."

"Okay, I've told you all of the clinical information, and you're right. She will be scared, but I might be able to help out with that. You see, I also have some personal experience to share with her."

"You do?"

Marissa nodded. "Yeah, I had mine removed when I was six. I remember a fair chunk of what happened so I can tell her what to expect, and she ..."

"Has a perfect example that it will be okay."

"I think the important thing is to be as honest as we can with her. My parents were with me, and I remember that really helping. Well, that and having them there with me."

"I agree, and I know having us both there will help Miranda. I just need to remember to not let on how worried or nervous I am about it."

"You'll be fine. I tell you what. I'll remind you if you remind me."

Bianca smiled and gave a quick kiss to Marissa. "Deal. Let's get dinner started, and you can tell me everything you know about what's going to happen."

/

After dinner, AJ and Gabby went downstairs to the playroom for a game of Chutes and Ladders. AJ was very patient with his little sister as she learned the game. While they were doing that, Bianca and Marissa spoke with Miranda in the family room. The couple wanted to talk with her first before letting their other children know what was going to happen. Miranda sat on the sofa with Bianca and Marissa on either side of her.

"So, Dr. Parrish is gonna take my tonsils out?"

"Yes, she is. It will help you feel better and not have as many sore throats."

"Your Mom's right. It will. It helped me."

"You had your's out, Ma?"

"I did when I was six."

"Were you scared?"

"I was, and it's okay if you are too. There's nothing wrong with that. We just want you to know that it's going to be okay. You're going to be okay."

"Will it hurt?"

"Well, you'll be asleep and won't feel anything. Your throat will hurt some afterwards, but they'll give you something so it doesn't hurt too much. Before you know it, you'll feel better."

"Do you remember when Rissa had her knee operated on and I had my appendix out?"

Miranda nodded.

"It's like that. A few days after my surgery, I was feeling so much better. Rissa was the same way with her knee. Look at her now. You'd never know that she was hurt. I know you're scared, Sweetie, but it really will be alright, and we will be right there with you."

Miranda thought about everything her mothers had told her. She trusted them, and they had never lied to her. If they said it was going to be okay, then she knew that it would be. The girl nodded and settled back in between Bianca and Marissa. They continued to answer any questions she had.

After Miranda had asked everything she could think of for the time being, the couple spoke with AJ and Gabby and explained what was going to happen. The kids were scared for their sister, but trusted their mothers when they told them everything would be okay.

/

A week later, Miranda's infection was cleared up. The kids started spring break the next day and were off the following week. Miranda's surgery was scheduled for early tomorrow morning. Not wanting to add to everyone's nerves, especially Miranda's, about what was happening the next day, the couple was trying to keep things as close to normal as possible. They did, however, decide it would be fun to treat the whole family by going out to dinner. It would be an early night though since they had to be at the hospital early the next morning.

Krystal greeted the family when they came into the restaurant. "Well, if it isn't my favorite family! How is everyone doing?"

Marissa smiled as she pulled another chair up to the table. "We're doing pretty good. How are you?"

"I can't complain." Krystal wanted to ask Miranda how she was doing but bit her tongue. Marissa had spoken with her earlier in the week when the couple stopped in for lunch and told her what was going on. If possible, they wanted to keep the inquiries to a minimum knowing that it would bother her to keep bringing it up. "Let me get you all something to drink and grab some puzzle books, paper and crayons for the younger members of your party while you decide what you want. Is anyone else joining you?"

"My Mom's going to stop by a little later, but that's it."

Krystal nodded and headed to the bar.

/

A short while later, Erica arrived. She was a little subdued but smiling nonetheless and trying to hide her concern for her oldest granddaughter. She loved all of her grandchildren, but she had to admit that Miranda was special because of everything both she and Bianca had been through in Miranda's short life. Erica knew from her conversations with both Bianca and Marissa that while both were slightly worried about the girl's surgery they were maintaining their trademark optimistic attitude, especially around Miranda. Erica couldn't help but admire the couple. They were leaning on each other, and for the first time in their adult lives, each had a partner that was there for them in every way, sharing the load.

"Well, hello to all of you! Jack is very sorry he couldn't make it."

Bianca smiled and hugged her mother. "Hi, Mom. That's okay. We understand, and he called earlier. We're glad you could join us."

"Of course, Sweetheart. I wouldn't miss dinner with all of you for the world. Hello, Marissa."

"Hello, Erica." Marissa stood to hug her hopefully soon to be mother-in-law.

The redhead discreetly moved over to the empty chair she had placed at the table earlier and nodded for Erica to take her former seat which was next to Miranda. The older woman smiled gratefully and took the seat after greeting all three children.

Erica noticed AJ and Gabby were hard at work on something. "And what are the two of you working on over there?"

"We're making Mimo get well cards for tomorrow." AJ stated proudly.

"But she can't see them until she gets home." Gabby lowered her voice to a whisper, or more accurately attempted to lower her voice. "Mine's got monkeys on it."

The adults managed to hold in their laughter and smiled at the little girl.

"Billy Simmons' brother had his tonsils out and was allowed to have all the ice cream he wanted. Billy says he didn't want any though. I don't know why." AJ really didn't understand why anyone wouldn't want ice cream especially when they could have all they wanted. "Can Miranda have all the ice cream she wants?"

Her brother's question got Miranda's attention. "Can I?"

Bianca smiled and corrected her daughter. "May I."

Miranda rolled her eyes only slightly. "May I?"

Marissa bit back a chuckle. Miranda may be scared about tomorrow but she couldn't stop her response to her Mom trying to improve her grammar. "If you feel like it, you may have some ice cream. Remember though, your throat might be a little too sore to have too much tomorrow. You might feel more like it on Saturday."

Miranda nodded and turned to her grandmother. "Did you know that Ma got her tonsils out when she was little?"

Erica was still getting used to the change in titles for the couple. At first, a very small part of her wanted to object but that thought was quickly dismissed when she saw how happy it made all five family members. Several months later, she was now used to it and would even refer to Marissa as 'Ma' when speaking about her with the children from time to time. "No, I didn't. I'd say she's a good sign that everything will go just fine tomorrow then, wouldn't you?"

"Uh huh. Mom says it's like when she got her appendix out and when Ma had her knee fixed, and that I'll be better in no time." Miranda gave a small smile.

"Well, your mothers are right and very smart. They're also very brave, just like you. I know you'll do wonderful tomorrow, sweetheart."

/

The family had a good time chatting over dinner. Erica fussed over each of the children but over Miranda just a bit more and the girl enjoyed the attention especially since Erica was not your ordinary grandmother.

Bianca checked the time while the kids were finishing their ice cream sundaes and knew they should be leaving shortly. "If you'll excuse me a minute, I need to run to the ladies' room, and then, we should probably think about going soon."

Marissa nodded. "I think you're right."

When Bianca was finished and on her way back to her family, she stopped at the bar and watched them. Gabby was entertaining everyone with either a story or several jokes. It was hard to tell from her vantage point. Miranda was smiling and had moved next to Marissa while AJ was now seated next to Erica. The women were laughing and truly enjoying each other's company. She never thought she'd see the day.

Bianca sighed happily. "I am so going to marry her someday."

Krystal had begun to approach the brunette but stopped in her tracks when she heard what Bianca had said to no one else but herself. The older woman knew her daughter and Bianca were committed to each other without question. She just didn't realize they were to the point of taking that final big step. When she thought about it, Krystal shouldn't be that surprised. The last legal barrier to them being married had been removed when same sex marriage became legal. The only thing standing in their way after that was their pasts, and judging by what Krystal had just overheard, Bianca, at least, was ready to leave her past behind her. With the discovery of this new development, Krystal couldn't be happier.

"Is everything alright, Bianca?"

The brunette was startled from her reverie and she tried to hide the faint blush now forming. "Everything's fine, Krystal. We had a great time tonight, but we really need to get the kids home. Rissa and I have to have Miranda at the hospital early tomorrow morning."

"Is Kendall still watching AJ and Gabby?"

"Yes, she is, and she'll be over our place even earlier. It's easier all the way around for her to come over there. AJ and Gabby can sleep in, and Rissa and I don't have to make an extra stop before going to the hospital."

"You know if you need anything, you just have to ask."

"I know and so does Marissa. One of us will give you a call when Miranda's surgery is over."

"Thank you. And I know you won't be able to stop yourself because it's your little girl, but try not to worry too much about tomorrow. Miranda will be just fine."

"I'm trying, but you're right. It's kind of hard not to worry. Lucky for me, I have your daughter right next to me. I don't think I have to tell you that she's been amazing."

"You're right, you don't have to tell me that, but both of us are pretty biased when it comes to her. It's no secret that she thinks you're amazing too."

Bianca smiled as the women walked back to the table. "Well, she's a little biased herself."

"Who's biased?" Marissa asked.

"You are when it comes to this one." Krystal stated.

Marissa grinned. "Guilty as charged, but in my defense, I'm completely justified. She is simply amazing."

Bianca chuckled. "Okay, we really need to go and get some kids ready for bed."

Krystal told everyone goodnight before the family and Erica left.

Once outside, Erica said goodnight to the children, giving Miranda an extra tight hug. While Bianca helped the older kids with their seatbelts and Gabby get settled in her booster seat, Erica whispered to Marissa. "Is Bianca really doing okay?"

"She's doing as well as she can. She's worried, but Bianca's a worrier by nature. She's going to be fine though. They both will be."

"I'm sure you're right. Take care of them for me."

"You know that I will." Marissa said earnestly.

Erica smiled. "I do. Goodnight, dear."

"Goodnight, Erica." Marissa hugged the older woman before getting into the car.

Bianca came around to her mother. "Thanks for coming tonight, Mom. It meant a lot to me and to Miranda."

"I'm glad I could be here, Sweetheart."

"We'll call as soon as everything's over."

"I'll be waiting. Goodnight."

"Goodnight, Mom."

Mother and daughter exchanged a hug and kiss before heading off to their respective homes.

/

The family arrived home, and after watching a movie, the kids hurried to get their baths. Soon everyone was in their pajamas and settled in Miranda's room for story time. It was her turn to pick a story that evening and she had chosen her favorite of 'Beauty and the Beast'. She loved it when Marissa did the various voices and Bianca joined in doing a few of them herself as well. The couple took AJ and Gabby to their rooms and tucked them in. When they were done, they went back to Miranda's room.

Miranda was waiting patiently for her mothers to return. She had been able to forget about her surgery for a couple of hours thanks to everyone's efforts that evening including a phone call from her Aunt Kendall and Uncle Zach.

The couple sat down on either side of her. They could tell Miranda was fighting sleep and that her nerves were starting to get the better of her. Marissa smiled and pulled out her music box, the one Bianca had given her for Christmas the year they fell in love.

"Rissa and I know you're nervous about tomorrow, but we also know that everything will be just fine tomorrow. We're going to be right there with you."

"Now, you need to get some sleep. Would you like us to stay with until you fall asleep?"

Miranda nodded. "Yes please. Are you going to sing your song for me?"

"I think by now that it's our family's song. If it's okay with you, Bianca and I thought we would sing it together for you."

"I'd like that a lot."

The couple smiled and began to sing softly in perfect harmony.

"All through the night,
near and far,
we will be together.
So hush, don't you cry.
You will be in my arms,
forevermore."

By the time the song was finished, Miranda was asleep. The couple stayed with their daughter a while longer before finally heading to their own bedroom to try and get some sleep of their own.

/

Early the next morning, the couple was up and dressed. They decided to forgo breakfast of their own because Miranda wasn't allowed to have anything before her surgery. Bianca went to wake their daughter and get her ready. Marissa returned from taking Max outside when she saw headlights approaching the house. She headed to the front door in time to greet Kendall.

"Morning, Marissa. How's everyone doing? How did it go last night?"

"Morning, Kendall. Come on into the kitchen, and I'll get you some coffee." Marissa led the curly haired woman through the house to the kitchen. When Kendall was seated at the table, Marissa brought her a cup of coffee and took a seat. "It went pretty well last night. We had a great dinner with Erica over at Krystal's. Your Mom did a great job keeping Miranda occupied at dinner, and we were there for a while. We got home, watched a movie and had story time. Miranda was up a little later than the other two, but that's to be expected. Today, everyone's doing as well as we can be. Bianca's helping Miranda get ready, and AJ and Gabby are still asleep. We talked with them and decided that was the best thing for everyone. I can't tell you how much we appreciate you coming over here and watching AJ and Gabby for us."

"Hey, I'm glad I could be here. It's what family does for each other. I know you and Bianca would do the same for me. So, is your cellphone charged for later?"

Marissa laughed. "Yes, both of our's are. We've got a long list of people to call with you being first on the list followed closely by Erica and Jack."

"Well, it's good to know you have the list in the right order. I should be first." Kendall looked around to make sure no one was listening in. "Have you made any decisions or moves on a couple of things we've talked about recently?"

"Such as?"

"Don't give me that innocent look like you don't have the first clue as to what I'm talking about. I'm talking about another niece or nephew for me and making an honest woman out of my little sister."

"Oh, those subjects." Marissa grinned. "With Miranda being sick, we haven't been able to pick a donor for your future niece or nephew yet. The only decision we have made is to go to a clinic outside of Pine Valley. Let's face it. We need to expand the gene pool and have the family tree branch a little more than it currently does."

Kendall laughed. "I couldn't agree with you more. If you got a donor from here, god only knows who you might end up with. You could get a Chandler, Martin or even David."

Marissa made a face at just the idea of that. "Please, don't even go there! Although to be completely honest with you, that thought did cross our mind. God only knows what he's working on in his secret lab."

"He's a got a lab going again? I thought he didn't get his license back."

"He didn't, but do you seriously think that's going to stop him?"

"You've got a very good point, Red. David's not going to let a little fact like not having a medical license get in his way."

"Exactly! And I don't want to know anything about it, and I don't want Bianca to know anything about it."

"Again, that's good thinking on your part. So, have you narrowed down your search?"

"I'm pretty sure we're going to go to that clinic in New York that you found for us. I managed to do a little research on them, and they sound very reputable. The plan is for us to decide on a clinic to visit and come up with a list of what we're looking for while we wait at the hospital. Thanks for not telling anyone else."

Kendall shook her head slightly. "You're welcome. I understand why you want to keep this between just the two of you for now. I feel for you just thinking about the dueling grandmothers."

"Oh god, don't remind me. I know we're going to have to deal with them, but we want to put that off for as long as we can."

"Don't blame you or envy you. What about the other thing, making an honest woman out of my sister?"

Marissa grinned. "I've given it some thought and have started some planning."

Like asking Mom for her blessing. "Well, you know if you need any help, I'll be here."

"I know, and I appreciate that too."

"Morning, Kendall."

Kendall turned and saw her sister and niece enter. "Morning, Binx. Morning, Miranda."

"Morning, Aunt K." The girl rubbed sleep from her eyes and yawned as she leaned on Bianca.

Marissa checked the time. "We need to get going."

Bianca nodded and hugged her sister. "Thanks for coming over today, Kendall. We'll call as soon as everything's over."

"I'll be waiting." Kendall kneeled next to her niece and gave her a big hug and kiss. "I'll see you when you get home, Mimo."

Miranda smiled softly and nodded. "Okay."

With that, the mothers and daughter we're on their way.

/

After Miranda was checked into the hospital, Marissa helped her change into a hospital gown while Bianca finished up the paperwork needed for insurance. Soon, Dr. Parrish greeted the trio.

"Good morning, Miranda. How are you doing?"

Miranda shrugged. "Okay, I guess."

"It's okay to be a little nervous. We're going to fix you up though so you don't have so many of those sore throats. Sound good to you?"

"Yeah, it does."

The doctor smiled. "Good! Moms, how are you doing?"

"We're doing okay."

"It's going to be fine. Okay, an orderly will be back in a couple of minutes to get you, Miranda. Moms, you can wait here."

After the doctor left, the couple focused on Miranda.

Bianca brushed her daughter's bangs from her forehead. "Rissa and I will be right here waiting for you."

"Okay."

"You're just going to go to sleep, and before you know it, you'll be back here. I love you." Marissa kissed her daughter's cheek.

"Love you too, Ma."

Bianca kissed Miranda's other cheek and saw the orderly enter the room. "I love you, Mimo."

"Love you too, Mom."

Marissa wrapped her arms around Bianca as Miranda was wheeled away.

/

The couple was seated next to each other reviewing the list attributes they wanted the donor to have.

"You're set on a redhead, huh?" Marissa asked, clearly amused by her lover's insistence.

"Yep, it will increase the chances of you having a redheaded baby, and I can't think of anything I want more than to have our child look like you." Bianca grinned. Both women were thankful that talk of clinics and donors was keeping their minds occupied so they weren't driving themselves nuts worrying about their oldest daughter.

Marissa chuckled. "Okay, we'll add it to the list."

"Oh no, it goes on the top of the list."

"I hope I'm not interrupting anything."

Bianca was out of her seat in an instant. "Dr. Parrish, how did everything go?"

Marissa was right next to her. "Is Miranda okay?"

The doctor smiled. "Miranda is just fine. Everything went great, and she'll be back here in just a few minutes. We'll let her rest for a little while, and then I'll be back to check on her to determine when she can go home."

"Thank you, Doctor!"

"You're welcome. I'll see you in a bit."

"I'll call Kendall and the kids, and you call your mom. If I know Erica, she's pretty anxious."

Bianca nodded and breathed a sigh of relief. "You're right. She's probably driving Uncle Jack crazy but doing it in true Erica Kane style."

As the phone calls were finishing up, a sleeping Miranda was wheeled back into the room, and a few minutes later, she slowly opened her eyes.

The relief of both mothers at seeing their daughter awake was clear.

"Hi, Sweetie. Dr. Parrish says you did great." Bianca smiled.

"It's okay. You don't have to talk right now, just get some rest." Marissa added.

The girl soon nodded off again.

/

After a couple of more hours, Miranda was able to go home. Marissa pulled into the garage and put the car in park. Bianca helped Miranda inside while the redhead followed carrying their belongings. They were greeted by AJ, Gabby and Kendall in the kitchen.

Bianca looked down at Miranda. "Do you want to go to your room or the family room?"

Miranda whispered hoarsely. "The family room."

When they entered the room, they were met with a roomful of balloons, flowers and a few stuffed animals.

"Wow! Where did all of this come from, Kendall? I'm guessing it's all for Miranda."

"Yes, it is, Red. It started arriving not too long ago. Most of it is from Mom and Jack. Krystal sent some balloons and homemade chocolate ice cream. Greenlee and Ryan sent over a stuffed bear. The Walkers sent something over and so did everyone at the Miranda Center and the law firm. There's too many people to tell you so I made a list of who else sent what. You have a lot of people that love you, Mimo."

Miranda smiled and sat on the sofa. Max hopped up next to her and rested his head in her lap. AJ and Gabby gave her the get well cards they had made for her.

"Are you feeling better, Mimo?" Gabby asked as she settled next to her sister.

"My throat's a little sore, but it's not too bad. Thanks for the card, Gabby."

"You're welcome."

"Can I get you anything, Mimo?" AJ didn't like seeing Miranda sick and wanted to do something to help her. The boy had lots of questions he wanted to ask her, but their mothers didn't want them to flood Miranda with questions right away.

Miranda looked at her mothers. "Could I have something to eat? I'm getting a little hungry."

Marissa nodded. The doctor had told them that Miranda could have something when she got home if she felt like it but that it was best to start off slowly. "Yes, you can. Come on, Buddy. You can help me get her something."

AJ hopped off the sofa and began to follow his redheaded mother into the kitchen.

Miranda called after them softly. "AJ, thanks for my card."

The boy smiled. "You're welcome. I drew some pictures of the clubhouse we were talking about making while you were at the hospital if you want to see them later." The kids had talking about building a clubhouse when the weather was nicer. AJ had taken on the task of designing it and Miranda was in charge of organizing everything. Gabby would pitch in where needed.

"You did? I'd like that."

While Miranda was being entertained by her little sister, Kendall nudged her own little sister. "It's good to see that smile of your's, Binx. I told you everything would be okay."

"It's good to be able to really smile. I'm just so relieved that everything went okay. And yes, you did tell me that."

"You should listen to me more often, you know." Kendall added with her patented smirk.

Bianca laughed. "You're right, I should. I'll do better next time."

"Good. I'm glad you're finally learning. I'm going to go home now so you all can relax. Call me if you need anything."

"We will. Thanks again, Kendall."

"No problem." The curly haired woman walked over to the sofa and knelt in front of her niece. "You take it easy and do what your Moms tell you. When you're feeling better, we'll have a girls' day. Sound good?"

Miranda smiled and nodded. "Yep! Thanks, Aunt K."

Kendall hugged both nieces and was gathering her things when AJ and Marissa came back into the room.

"I'll see you later, Buddy."

"Bye, Aunt K."

"Red, keep taking care of our girls and boy."

"You know that I will, Curly. Thanks for today, and I'm sure Bianca's already told you this, but yes, we'll call you if we need anything." Marissa grinned.

Kendall laughed and hugged the redhead, whispering to her. "I'm going to like having you as a sister-in-law."

When the women separated, Bianca walked her sister to the door. She hadn't heard what her sister had said to Marissa, but whatever it was had made her lover blush. "What'd you say to Rissa?"

Kendall shook her head and gave her sister a knowing smile before hugging her. "Nope, I'm not going to tell. That's between me and Red. I'll call you later and check on things."

Bianca scowled. She never liked it when her sister kept things from her. This, however, didn't seem like anything bad. Maybe, if she played her cards right, she might get Marissa to tell her later when they were alone. Bianca did have a way of getting her lover to tell her things.