June, 1993
The interns were finishing their internship, all given slips and forms to choose where they want to serve their residency. Derek and Addison had gotten the same offers, however, had different ideas. Addison wanted to move to New York for her residency, but Derek however prefered to stay in Boston. "It's more peaceful." he said. However, Addison prefered a fast paced lifestyle.
"Just something to let you all know, I will be moving to Seattle by the end of next month. I have been offered the Chief of Surgery there and I've accepted it. And a gentle reminder, people. The submission of your choice of hospital is dued by the end of this week. Make up your minds, fast." Richard said as his interns gathered around him in the locker room. "Alright, Dr. Spencer needs an assistant in her surgery today, who's up for it?" As usual, all of them raised their hands. "Parker, you're scrubbing in." He waited for Parker to leave the locker room before continuing. "Addison, you're with me today. Burke, Shepherd and Harrison, to the A&E." With that, Richard turned and started out of the locker room.
"Webber hates us." Harrison complained. But neither of the boys responded. Derek reached out and grabbed Addison by her arm, pulling her back for just enough time. "Meet me at the hospital entrance after the shift." he requested, flashing a smile. His eyes showed mystery. Addison gave him her famous, slanted smile before following Richard.
"You have something to show me, don't you?" Addison asked, turning her back around to allow Derek to adjust her coat. "I'm not saying anything." Derek teased. "I know you have something up your sleeves." she insisted, then turned around and straightened Derek's collar. "You'll see." Derek held out his arm, waiting for Addison to link hers with his. "Follow me." he instructed. Shaking her head, Addison slipped her arm around Derek's and exited the hospital with him.
Derek drove for miles endlessly through the highway, the soft music played on the radio. With his windows rolled down, Addison's red hair floated behind her as the wind rushed into the car. "What's on your mind?" Derek asked, taking a glance at his girlfriend before keeping his eyes on the road again. Addison haven't spoken for the last ten minutes.
"I'm thinking." she muttered. "Something's bothering you?" Derek stole a glance at her again, suddenly concerned. "Yea." she said, louder this time. Then, she turned around, a sly grin on her face. "I'm wondering where my boyfriend is taking me. He wouldn't tell me, he wouldn't give me a single hint, he wouldn't even let me guess. And suddenly, I'm wondering if he's kidnapping me, then demanding a ransom from my parents." she teased, a hand sliding into Derek's lap. "I'm driving, Addy." Derek warned, but Addison leaned in, her lips carassed his earlope. "Are you kidnapping me, Prince Charming?" she whispered. "I'm driv--" Addison didn't care. She planted her lips firmly on Derek's. Their car slowed down as Derek's foot lifted from the pedal slightly. They were in their own world.
"Watch the road, buddy!" someone yelled from outside. The couple broke apart from the few seconds of intimacy.
Not long after, Derek turned his car into a deserted field, stopping there and then. Addison frowned. Her eyes followed Derek as he left the car, walked over and opened the door to her side. Not comprehending his actions, she just looked up at him blankly. "C'mon. Get out of my car!" Derek said, waving his hand in a beckoning motion. Shaking her head, Addison unbuckle her seatbelt and followed him as he headed off towards the beach. The sky had darkened and the stars filled the sky. The sea breeze blasted against her body as she moved forward, towards her boyfriend that stood in the middle of the empty beach, smiling like a fool. Finally, when Addison stood right in front of Derek, he leaned forward and gave her a peck on her cheek.
"What is this about, Derek? It's freezing out here." she held her coat tighter to her body. Then, Derek descended on one knee and fished out something from his pocket, opening it in such a graceful movement that it shocked Addison. She gasped at the sight of the ring that sparkled under the moonlight.
"Addison Forbes Montgomery, will you be my wife?" "Oh my god." Addison whispered, not believing her ears. "Yes." she said, softly at first, then held out her right hand slowly in front of her. Derek looked up hopefully. "Yes, Derek Shepherd. I will be your wife."
Excitedly, Derek slipped the diamond ring into Addison's finger, leaped up and tilt her backwards, planting a kiss on her lips. Leaving her in the position, Derek pulled away and looked into Addison's eyes. "I love you, Addison...Shepherd."
"I love you too, Derek." she smiled, allowing Derek to pull her into a standing position again. "And I'm already liking the sound of it. Addison Shepherd. Mmm..."
They lay on the beach watching the stars, Addison's head resting on Derek's chest while his hand stroke her hair lovingly. "Addison?" "Hmm?" she responded dreamily.
"We're going to New York."