u/PrincessMorphius

What if MICHAELA is pregnant and that's why she ran away? She might think that Francesca would feel hurt because it's a sensitive issue for her. Michaela and John have shared DNA. so that could be an initial reason for Francesca to meet Michaela. Maybe Francesca offers to help take care of the baby or the still pregnant Michaela who would have John's family DNA. That's what brings them closer again until their relationship blossoms independently. I can't think of how else they're going to handle this.