An Unexpected Request

Chapter 16

When a numb feeling in her arm woke her, Miranda finally realized her limited position, and that they had fallen asleep on the couch. She called Andrea softly, and led the sleepy young woman up the stairs. Miranda gently put Andrea to bed, and kissed her good night on the lips. Then she went to her bedroom, tired, but happy that they had finally talked.

The next morning, the mood at breakfast was one of anxiety. Andy and Miranda would send the donor code, definitely proceeding with the fertilization. As for Cassidy and Caroline, they would have their first day with the tutors.

As much as they didn't want to admit it, the twins were nervous. Before, it would have been a good opportunity to pester their mother's employees, but the situation was different now. The sisters would study at home while they were undergoing treatment, and for that, they would have to be friendly with the tutors. Plus, Andy would oversee things closely. She carefully selected people who, although competent, were kind and interesting, as the sisters were easily bored. In the face of so much effort and consideration, the girls felt obliged not to let Andy down, so they swore their full commitment.

Miranda ate her breakfast in a hurry, she was late. On the other hand, Andy would go to work a little later. The young woman stayed to welcome the first tutor and give her final instructions. In fact, she wanted to be with the twins to encourage them in the beginning of this new experience. She was worried. Many changes awaited the girls, and if it depended on her, Andy would do anything to ease the stress.

The twins grinned as they watched their mother and Andy share a peck on the lips, as Miranda left for work. The editor rolled her eyes at her daughters, but a loving smile graced her face. Andy just smiled silly, her cheeks pink.

"You're finally together," said Caroline, extremely pleased, once her mother's car pulled out of the gate.

Although they had already seen the intimacy between the women, that morning, the girls had noticed that their mother and Andy had a distinct aura, as the two were truly a couple.

Andy narrowed her eyes. "Thanks to you two, isn't it?"

"Mom sold us out," Cassidy muttered under her breath, mortified.

Andy's smile was dangerous. "We're still going to talk about it..."

The twins had regretful faces. "Are you mad at us?" Caroline asked, worried.

Andy softened. "Of course not! Come here, my Darlings," she opened her arms.

The girls ran for the affectionate hug.

"But we're still going to talk about it," Andy added, and could hear the resigned snorts.

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After contacting the clinic and providing the donor code, Andy welcomed the science teacher with the twins, and then left for work. She had to admit that going with Roy, instead of taking the crowded subway, was very convenient. It allowed the young reporter to arrive at the newspaper calm and smiling, still feeling fresh from her shower.

Andy had just sat down in her chair, when she noticed her cell vibrate. It was a message from Miranda inviting her to lunch.

Andy smiled happily and quickly wrote a positive reply.

The young reporter began her work with a renewed spirit. She knew her happiness was bothering some envious coworkers, but Andy didn't give a damn! She was dating Miranda Priestly and had every right to rejoice.

Fifteen minutes later, her cell signaled to life once more. Andy quickly grabbed the device, hoping it was Miranda. After all, few people had her new number. Though, when she looked at the ID, her cheerful smile turned into a guilty expression.