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Season 16 Episode 1 "Scared to be lonely"

The day was finally almost here Cristina thought as she sipped her morning coffee. In a few hours, she would be boarding her plane and off to Seattle. Where her journey really began. As she scanned the picture frames behind her desk she came across a picture of her, Meredith, Izzie, George, and Alex as interns.

"I can't believe that was over a decade ago," she whispered to herself as she thought about her intern days.

Over a decade ago they were all surgical interns. They were at the bottom of the surgical food chain waiting to make an impact. And here she was over a decade later Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at her own fricken hospital. Yet something was missing, something was always missing since she left Seattle.

*RING* *RING* *RING*

Her thoughts were quickly interrupted by the sound of ringing. She reached into her pocket to pull out her cell phone.

Caller ID: Bailey the Nazi

"Hello?" asked Cristina.

"Dr. Yang just wanted to call and make sure you are still coming today. You have a lot of eager people to please," said Bailey sternly.

"Of course I am Bailey. You don't have to worry," assured Cristina.

"You know I why I worry Yang. You canceled on us last time," replied Bailey.

"I want this time I promise." sighed Cristina as she thought about the last time she had been invited back to Seattle.

*2 years ago flashback*

Cristina stared out the window of her private jet as the pilot announced

"10 minutes and we're leaving!"

I can't do it she thought. I can't see all of them moving on with their lives without me. I can't see him.

Meredith had told her the week before about Owen's wedding and she was shocked, to say the least. Has he really moved on that fast? Without her? She knew it was selfish. She knew it was wrong to think that way. After all, she was the one who left to pursue her dreams. But she couldn't help but feel upset and sad.

She quickly grabbed her cell phone and dialed Bailey.

Bailey picked up immediately. "What is it, Yang? Having second thoughts?"

"Erm no … I mean yes. Bailey, I am so sorry but I can't do this. I uh um have uh a patient in desperate need of my care." uttered Cristina

"Yang is this because of Hunt?" questioned Bailey.

Cristina gulps. It was like Bailey could see right through her. "No Dr. Bailey it isn't. I've moved on. I don't care about him or what he does anymore. It's because of a patient."

"Alright, Yang whatever you say. But just know you owe me. Big. Time." said Bailey softly. She sympathized with Cristina. As this was exactly how she felt when Tucker started dating again. She in a way had felt left behind.

"Ok, Bailey. Talk to you soon," said Cristina as she hastily hung up. Sighs. What was wrong with her.

"Yang you still there?" asked Bailey.

"Huh?" replied Cristina as she realized she was still talking to Bailey.

"We've reserved OR 3 for you to perform the silicone heart transplant in. I've heard that it was your favorite. I want you to be as comfortable as possible coming back to Grey Sloan."

"Wow thank you, Dr. Bailey. I will see you soon," said Cristina as she hung up.

She looked at the time [9:03]. She had exactly 1 hour to kill before she had to board the plane. Perhaps she would read the latest article on the online medical journal she loved so much. Or maybe she should go get some more Switz chocolate for the kids. But, her mind kept on wandering back to how nervous she was to go back to Seattle. This would be her first time in 5 years. She had avoided Seattle in the last 5 years. So much so that whenever she and Meredith met up it would be anywhere but Seattle.

As she stared outside to the astonishing view she thought to herself 'I got this, I'm only there for a week.'

*KNOCK**KNOCK*

Knocks at her door interrupted her train of thought.

"Come on in!" yelled Cristina as Shane Ross opened the door.

"Dr. Yang? The board wants to talk to you before we leave," said Shane as he looked amusingly at Cristina looking annoyed.

"What!? I have to leave soon. Can't they talk to me in a week when I get back?" objected Cristina as she went to put on her lab coat.

"Nope. They said now." Shane replied as he held the door open for her as she stomped through.

As she walked briskly to the boardroom she wondered what on earth was the huge emergency.

She had to leave really soon and she knew how long these 'meetings' could take.

She opened the door to see all the board members were already there seated, waiting for her.

"Dr. Yang, please sit down this will only take a few minutes," said Dr. Fury as he gestured to the empty seat across from him.

"As we were talking about expanding the Klausman Institute to perhaps North America in our previous meeting. We were all thinking that now is the time to expand." Dr. Fury said as he looked at her.

"What now? Don't you think we're jumping into decisions too rapidly? Like what are we going to do?" Cristina asked as she played with her watch.

"Now is a perfect time. The majority of the hospitals in North America are own by The Harper Avery Foundation. And because of the recent scandal, a lot of the hospitals would be sold. We've heard that your old hospital will be one of them."

"Oh. Were you thinking of buying that particular one?" asked Cristina.

"Yes. And we thought we would seize the opportunity since you are already going there. You could extend your trip from a week to 3."

"That way we would have a chance to check out all the hospitals in that area that are being sold," added Dr. Nguyen

"We? It's just me and Dr. Ross that are going."

"Ah, yes. But the Board will be joining you on this trip in a week."

"What? No. You will not come to Seattle, to the place I used to work and disrupt it with 15 board members trying to take over it. It is still a hospital." said Cristina

"What do you propose then Dr. Yang?" asked Dr. Fury

"Only two Board members will join me on the trip a week from now. And that's it. Two. Now if you all excuse me I have a jet to board. Have a lovely day." said Cristina as she stormed out.

All this time she was trying to avoid Grey Sloan. Avoid Seattle. And now she's not only coming back she's coming back to buy it? That means that there are certain people she can't avoid forever.

'Ugh,' she thought to herself as she boards the jet.

"How was the meeting Boss?" asked Shane smirking.

"It was fine. Just fine."

Pilot: 5 minutes and we're leaving!

"Last chance to bail Dr. Yang," said Shane.

"No. I'm not bailing, not this time. I already promised Bailey. Besides this trip to Seattle is especially important to us. We'll actually be there for 3 weeks instead of one."

"Are you sure you can handle it? Considering you bailed last time."

"Yes, I can handle it, Shane. Can you stop doubting me?!" exclaimed Cristina. Why on earth were Shane and Bailey doubting her?

"What would you guys like to drink?" asked an attendant.

"Just water for me," replied Shane.

"Me too. Actually, can I get some tequila?" asked Cristina. This was going to be a long ride she needed something comforting.

"Of course. Coming right up!" said the attendant as she walked away

12 hours later- Seattle Washington

"Ahh we're finally here," mumbled Cristina the jet ride was smooth yet draining.

"Are you staying at the Hilton hotel with me?" asked Shane as he found the chauffeur the hospital had rented.

"Nope, I'm staying with Mer at her frat house. We haven't had a good dance party in ages," replied Cristina.

"Is that what girls do have dance parties?"

"Only the cool ones." laughed Cristina.

"Here is our first stop. Would you like me to help you with the luggage?" asked the driver.

"No thank you. I should be fine," replied Cristina as she grabbed her suitcase. "See you dopey!"

"Ahahah see you Dr. Yang!" replied Shane. Even after all these years she still called him dopey. The nickname just stuck.

Cristina fumbled with her purse as she looked for the keys.

"Fuck where is it?" cursed Cristina.

It was 12 am and she didn't want to bother Mer. Screw it she just wanted to sleep. She went ahead and rang the doorbell.

*Ding* *Dong*

The door quickly opened to the face of Amelia Shepherd. Owen's wife or ex-wife she didn't even know anymore.

"Oh hi. Come on in," said Amelia nervously.

That's it everyone! I hope you enjoyed the chapter! Feel free to leave me any questions, suggestions and comments you may have.