Hey guys, am trying to get back into writing. I promise i haven't abandoned my other stories. This is just a series of one shots in sequence, telling Meredith and Arizona's story using song lyrics as a guide. I don't own either the show or the lyrics.

Katie

Arizona had to admit that she was surprised when Meredith had invited her out for dinner and drinks. They had spent a little time together after Meredith's return. Arizona had wanted to help her with baby Ellis, but more so, wanted to ensure that her friend had felt supported.

Arizona understood what it felt like to lose people. She had lost her brother a long time ago and since then had lost her wife. She knew that her divorce to Callie couldn't quite compare to the loss of Derek in his car accident, but she felt she could empathise with her. Especially when she had felt like her whole life had been turned upside down.

After Meredith's accident, Arizona had attempted to pull back a little. She had found herself during that time looking after Meredith's kids or spending time beside Meredith. She understood what it felt like to have things drastically change. Meredith had lost her hearing at one point and while it wasn't a leg, it was still a vital part of Meredith's life.

Still, through it all, Arizona felt nothing more than just a friend flying under the radar. But now, Arizona had figured that Meredith had invited her out as a sign of thanks. She had even clarified this with Alex, who looked at her confused. She was sure that he had mumbled something about courage, or date, she wasn't sure. Somehow though, she found herself waiting in her lounge room wearing her royal blue, full length dress and simple heels, for Meredith.

Arizona didn't have to wait long. Meredith arrived at her door in a little black dress and heels. She brought a small bunch of flowers and greeted her with a shy smile. Arizona wasn't exactly sure what to think of the gesture. She simply took them, smiled and quickly moved through the house to put them in a vase. Arizona tried not to acknowledge the way Meredith's eyes followed her, or the fact that the woman had made an effort to get dressed up.

Was this more than drinks and she just didn't know? Arizona wasn't 100% sure until she felt Meredith's hand settle at the small of her back as she guided her out of the house and down towards the jeep.

At last my love has come along
My lonely days are over and life is like a song, oh yeah

Meredith was nervous. She could tell by the surprised look on Arizona's face that the woman had missed her implication of a date. Still, she wasn't going to let this opportunity slide. The other woman had been amazing towards her. They had been developing a close bond over the last year and with her comfort and guidance during the time of her accident, Meredith's feelings of fondness had turned towards admiration and then lust. She wanted Arizona to see that they could give this a go and that they could each be the others missing puzzle piece.

The night had drifted along nicely. Meredith had taken the time to plan it right down to the wire. They had first visited the pier, where they enjoyed a couple of cocktails before a light meal. They conversed about work, the kids, houses and everything in between. Both skirted around the fact that this appeared to be very much a date.

Arizona had found herself relaxing alongside the woman. So much so, that she found herself drawn closer to her. She was unsure of what to think, especially when Meredith's hand brushed against her own before interlocking their fingers. Arizona studied them for a moment before simply moving on.

As they left the restaurant, Meredith's hand dropped Arizona's and she slipped her arm around the woman beside her. She followed the action with a simple kiss on the cheek.

Arizona couldn't help but bring them to a stop. She looked at Meredith, studying the woman's face and the slight twinkle in her eyes. "Meredith, what are we doing?" She asked. Not wanting to find herself in a situation with a straight girl that she couldn't get out of.

"I thought it was obvious." Meredith responded as she shifted to stand in front of the woman completely, her spare hand shifting down to rest on her hip.

"Meredith…are you sure you're not just curious?" Arizona asked, not wanting to get hurt.

"This is me, taking you on a date. This is me showing you my feelings towards you.' Meredith said, a slight amount of confidence in her voice.

"And that is?" Arizona asked warily.

"I like you - a lot" Meredith said simply as she moved to begin walking, taking the blonde's hand again. It appeared that she thought she had conveyed enough for them to continue on.

At last the skies above are blue
My heart was wrapped up clover the night I looked at you

Arizona couldn't believe when Meredith had selected the Katy Perry song to dance to. It had been enough to get the reaction of the other people in the small bar. The bar had a mock up dance floor which Meredith proceeded to drag them to.

Arizona remembered Meredith and Christina's 'dance it out' sessions and had been relieved when the dance moves displayed now were not similar to those. Instead, she found herself pulled in to Meredith's arms as she began to sway towards the music.

"I hope I'm not an experiment?" Arizona said hesitantly as she wrapped her arms around Meredith, her hand moving to rest just above Meredith's bottom.

"You're not the first girl I've dated." Meredith confided before resting her head against Arizona's. Not much more was said as the couple moved together. Arizona was a little rattled by the fact that Meredith was so comfortable in this position, however, she was finding herself, more than willing to explore the opportunity.

I found a dream that I could speak to
A dream that I can call my own

Both girls knew that the night had to come to an end. Arizona hadn't expected the disappointment that she would feel when it came to Meredith dropping her home.

She had been completely relaxed with the woman, felt comfortable in her arms. Now she didn't want Meredith to leave.

Meredith had stepped out of the jeep to walk Arizona to her front door. It had been a while since Meredith had taken on this role, yet it felt so right. Her hand had slipped into Arizona's as she took the small path to the house.

They both slowed as they neared the front door. Neither were sure who was trying to prolong the encounter more.

"I had a great night" Arizona told Meredith once they stood in front of her door. She turned to face the woman beside her, her eyes dropping nervously to the mat beneath her.

"Me too" Meredith responded softly, taking the opportunity to squeeze the other woman's hand. She hoped that it would reassure the other woman.

I found a thrill to press my cheek to
A thrill I've never known, oh yeah

Neither could tell you who made the first move. Somehow though, their lips met in a gentle caress.

Meredith couldn't describe the sensations that ran through her body. Arizona had dropped her hand, with both women moving to wrap themselves around each other. Meredith's arms climbed up to wrap around Arizona's neck while Arizona's came to settle on her hips, pulling her dangerously close.

The couple seemed to lose themselves in the kiss. Arizona found it not so much passionate, but loving. A simple worship of each other.

On pulling back, breathless, both shifted nervously.

"Would you like to do this again sometime?" Meredith found herself asking.

"You mean, going out for dinner and drinks, not realising it's a date?" Arizona responded with a smile. Her revelation not being lost on Meredith who couldn't help but smile in return.

You smiled, you smiled oh and then the spell was cast
And here we are in Heaven

"Well…" Meredith sounded, not sure what she should say to the woman.

"Meredith" Arizona said with a smile as she stepped back towards her, hand moving towards her cheek, to cup it. "I'd love to." With that, she sealed it with a simple kiss before stepping towards the door. "You know where to find me."

For you are mine at last