Bianca sat at home all week. She was bored and frustrated. She was still waiting on her belongings to arrive and had spent most of her time on the phone tying up loose ends back in Pine Valley. Myrtle had no problem releasing Bianca from her lease, although she was sad to see her go. She insisted that Bianca call and write regularly, but encouraged her to have a grand adventure. Erica was not happy by any means, but after sensing something in her daughter's voice, she let the subject drop. She assured Bianca that she would have everything she needed shipped immediately and the rest of her belongings would be returned to her old room for the time being.

Bianca was able to withdraw from this semester and planned on continuing once they returned to Pine Valley. Erica assured her that her position at Enchantment would always be there, although Bianca was kind of enjoying the break. Leo, Reggie and Kendall seemed to call her daily. They had questions. They wanted to talk about Thanksgiving, the sudden move and Frankie. Bianca cut them off at every turn.

"Frankie and I are over."

"There was never anything there to begin with, Sarah is my past and my future."

"Nothing happened on Thanksgiving. I told you all, Sarah and I had a talk and I am seeing things clearly now."

No matter how many times Bianca shut them down, they continued to push. If I keep saying it, then eventually they will get the hint. Maybe if I say it enough, my heart will forget. Bianca sighed as she dusted off the mantle. It was Thursday night and Sarah had promised she would be home early. Bianca had a special evening planned. She had spent all day cleaning and then shopping. She purchased a few picture frames and some odds and ends to make herself feel more at home. Sarah had encouraged her to do so.

Bianca had everything just perfect. She had take-out delivered from one of Sarah's favorite places. There was candlelight and Bianca had even bought a new dress. When she finished dusting, she stepped into the bathroom to get ready. At 7pm she emerged, fresh and ready to greet her lover. It had been a long week. Monday was a bust. Tuesday and Wednesday, Sarah woke up…went to class…went to work and then something always delayed her. There were meetings, study groups, dinners with colleagues, lunches with classmates. She spent more time away or asleep than she did with Bianca. Bianca sat and waited. She cleaned. She rearranged furniture. She made dinner and then ate it…alone and cold, when Sarah didn't come home.

Bianca said something this morning and Sarah apologized. She promised that she would be home in plenty of time to have dinner. At 7:15pm the food was delivered and Bianca plated it up and lit the candles. She sat on the sofa, after turning on the radio. She waited. At 7:30pm, Bianca received a text.

Sarah: Running a little late. Have to swing by a friend's to pick up some notes. Be home soon.

Bianca: Be safe! I love you.

8pm…8:15pm…8:30pm arrived and Bianca had dozed a little bit. Sarah opened the door and saw Bianca sitting there. "I am so sorry. Traffic was bad. Then I got to Christie's apartment and she wasn't home. I really needed these notes for the quiz tomorrow and I called her, but she was at a bar. I ran and picked her up, brought her home, took the notes and here I am. I'm so very sorry. Mmm…dinner looks amazing. You look amazing!" Sarah wrapped her arms around Bianca's waist and kissed her deeply.

Bianca thought she tasted beer on Sarah's lips, but she shook it off. "I will re-heat it for you if you want to go freshen up?"

"Sure." Sarah said. "I'll be right back."

They sat and had an enjoyable dinner. Bianca was feeling better about everything. She is trying. She is a very busy woman. I am proud of all she has accomplished. I need to be patient. I can't expect her to know how to be a happy little homemaker after all these years on her own. Look at her, she is just beautiful the way she looks tonight. I do love when she smiles. The girls finished eating and Bianca cleared the table and blew out the candles. She returned to Sarah and pulled her up into a passionate kiss. Bianca subtly attempted to ease Sarah back towards the bedroom. Sarah pulled away.

"Oh Honey…hold that thought. I really have to go over these notes really quick. It shouldn't take long. Why don't you go slip on something a little more comfortable and I will come join you soon?"

"Okay, lover." Bianca teased. "Don't keep me waiting." Sarah winked at Bianca as the brunette went to the bedroom. She changed into a negligee, turned on some soft music and laid across the bed. It didn't take long before sleep overtook Bianca.

Sunlight poured in through the blinds the next morning and Bianca awoke. She realized that Sarah had never joined her. She rushed out into the living room, worried that her girlfriend must have been so exhausted that she fell asleep and overslept this morning. When Bianca made it into the living room, there was no sign of Sarah. There was a note taped to the front door.

Bianca-

It took me longer than I thought last night and you were asleep, so I didn't want to wake you. I slept on the couch last night and am off to class now. Thank you for a wonderful dinner last night. I love you!

P.S. Don't wait up. I have to attend a hospital fund drive tonight with some of my Attending Physicians. I won't be too late, but go ahead and eat without me.

Sarah

Bianca ripped the note off the door and crumpled it in her fist. She went to the closet and pulled out a bag. After stuffing in a toothbrush and a few clothes, she took out her phone and called a cab. She took a deep breath and calculated what to say, then wrote out her own note.

Sarah,

I am becoming impatient waiting for my things to arrive from PV.

I decided that since you won't be home till late, I am going to catch a train, and go collect some stuff.

I will return in my car and probably see you sometime tomorrow evening.

I will miss you.

Love,

Bianca

The taxi pulled up as Bianca stuck the note to the door. The driver honked. With one quick look around, Bianca closed the door.