Hey, I'm back. So I know my Dempeo story didn't really work out. So sorry to all the readers :( It sucks I know but I hope you all give this a chance x

Derek Shepherd was your typical neuro-surgeon; cocky, presumptuous, superior and insanely handsome. His move to Seattle Grace was purely a business decision; his determination to become chief of surgery had led him there seven months ago. Since his arrival he had swooned every female member of staff and infuriated all the males with his overbearing and confident ego. Yet he was admired and highly sought after by both patients and people of the medical profession.

This particular Thursday morning was quiet and a little slow for Seattle Grace Hospital. Derek found himself wandering the halls after his rounds as he sipped his steaming cup of coffee. He was usually swamped with paperwork or some sort of crisis every morning but today he seemed to be on top of things and had nothing to do whatsoever. As he continued through the surgical wing he stopped in front of the surgical board to see his operating schedule for the day but found it was blank, he had nothing lined up. Sighing in frustration and not relief he turned and continued his stroll down the hallway. He went through his checklist in his head, going over it again to ensure he definitely had everything done that he needed to do; he had checked on his post-ops and pre-ops, he had cleaned up that mess of paperwork that had been thrown across his desk for days and he had just finished up with his morning caffeine boost. Everything was officially done. He decided to return to his office and wait out the long spell of boredom but on his way bumped into the chief.

"Derek…" the chief sounded from behind him. He was approaching him at a quick pace and Derek only hoped he had something lined up for him.

"Ah chief…morning" he responded turning around to face him. He still held his empty coffee mug in his right hand but with his left he brushed his fingers through his mess of curls and waited for the chief to continue.

"Shep…as you know we have interns starting with us next week…they start every year on the 12th…I just wanted to give you a heads up…as an attending you'll be dealing not directly with them but to some extent along with the residents"

Derek always hated interns, they were winy and eager children in his eyes and he dreaded meeting them.

"Of course chief…I look forward to teaching them" he smiled, trying to hide the annoyance that simmered in his voice. The chief gave him a nod and then disappeared around the corner. Derek continued down towards his office until the sound of his beeper echoed through the hall while his pocket began vibrating vigorously. Retrieving it from his scrubs he read the 911 alert that flashed across the device and immediately ran in the direction of the trauma room that was two floors down.

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The trauma room was bustling and overloaded with nurses when Derek stepped into the room. From the minute he entered he began directing and demanding orders to every member of staff present.

"Adam Holt…32 year old male…car accident victim…flung from his car during impact….appears to have severe head injuries and probable fractures" one nurse sounded throughout the room as Derek examined the broken man that lay before him. The adrenaline that was jolting through his body was undeniable as he sprang into action checking his pupil dilation and reflexes first.

"Okay I need a head CT and an MRI stat…no excuses I want this done now people lets move" he enjoyed giving such high orders while he was in the OR and trauma rooms, authority never left his deep voice, there were lives in his hands he couldn't afford to be a nice guy on the job. Nurses flittered around him as they responded to his orders and he turned to leave knowing he could do no more without further information on the man's condition.

"His fiancé is outside Dr. Shepherd…I'm sure she'll need an update from you" the nurse prompted casually as she saw him leave the room. It was something Derek usually forgot to do, keeping the families updated. He nodded towards the nurse and went to seek out the young man's fiancé, it was the least he could do while he waited for the test results.

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As usual the waiting room was full of anxious people, some praying, some having given up hope completely. She was instantly recognisable among the crowd; she sat nervously in the corner clasping her handbag closely to her chest as she rocked herself back and forth in the chair, he guessed it must have been a comforting method of some sort. Out of everyone she was the only one to look lost and confused, she was completely absent and disoriented. He approached her slowly and cautiously knowing his presence may startle her but it wasn't long before she looked up and noticed him. Her piercing green eyes captivated him immediately and he smiled warmly at her moving to sit in the chair alongside her.

"Hi…Im Dr. Shepherd…I've been working on your fiancé" he spoke softly to her but she stayed still, facing forward refusing to look at him again. She was trembling and he didn't know whether to take her hand or just leave her be. "He's stable for now…he's on his way up to CT and we'll no more after that" he continued.

She made no attempt to speak for several minutes and he began slowly backing away from her, no longer able to stand the silence and lack of interaction, but at the same time he understood her pain and anxiousness.

"I know" she whispered softly, it was barely audible. "I'm…um…I know how all this works" she continued, still clutching her bag closely to her chest. Derek stepped forward a little waiting for her to continue. "I was at the library when I got the call…studying…I could hardly believe it"

Derek sat down beside her. He didn't understand why or how but he felt drawn to this woman, he felt as though he needed to comfort her and look out for her in some way. It was a strange sensation, one he had never before experienced. He went to put his hand on her shoulder but pulled back as she spoke again.

"I'm sorry…what did you say your name was again?" she turned her head and their eyes locked instantly. He felt like he knew her but at the same time she was a complete stranger to him.

"I'm Dr. Shepherd…Derek"

She smiled warmly with her teary eyes before replying

"I'm Meredith…Meredith Grey"