"Callie?" Addison whispered into her cell phone.

"Addie? What's going on? Why are you whispering?"

"There's someone in my bed."

"Who?" Callie squealed.

"Alex Karev."

"Addison!"

"We didn't have sex. I swear we didn't."

"Uh huh. Yeah."

"Callie!" her voice rose before she could stop it, and Alex stirred slightly.

"I'm sorry. I believe you, but why is he in your bed if you didn't have sex?"

"Well…uh…I…"

Yesterday…

"Alex. Alex!" Addison's voice was muffled by the lips of Alex Karev, and she was slightly out of breath.

"What's wrong?" he pulled back but couldn't keep his eyes off her red, swollen lips.

"I'm sorry. I'm so sorry." She wouldn't meet his eyes until he made her.

Alex put his finger under her chin and pushed up until she was looking back at him. He looked deep into her bright blue eyes, trying to understand why she wouldn't let him kiss her. Is it me? Does she not like me after all? I thought we were having such a good time here. She wanted to explain to him, but she didn't know how. I really like him. I don't want anything to spoil it. What would he think if he knew?

"Addison, if I'm going to fast for you, you need to tell me."

"I just need you to understand something. I don't want you to think I'm leading you on."

"Addie, I'm not trying to get into your pants."

She looked at him for a moment, surprised and relieved. Her face made him feel bad for pulling her into a make-out session. What are you doing, idiot? She came to you and kissed you. Now you just seem like all you want to do is sleep with her. Well…I do want to sleep with her but only when she's ready. I've got to be careful this time. I already screwed it up with Izzie. Addison's too good to let go of. I can't screw up again.

"I just didn't want to keep this up if you're expecting more. That wouldn't be fair to you."

"It wouldn't be fair to you either. I don't mind to let you set the pace."

"Okay," she sighed. "You know, I really do like you."

"I like you too. And I'm perfectly content with spending time with you without anything happening."

"You can kiss me. I promise I won't push you away anymore."

"Are you sure?"

"Yes," she nodded with a smile, then they sat quietly for a few minutes before Addison spoke again. "So, do you want to watch a movie?"

"Sure. Do I need to help clean up the kitchen first?"

"No, we'll get it later. What do you want to watch?"

He shrugged as he realized that neither one of them knew the other's taste in movies at all. After a quick peek around Addison's living room, he knew she wouldn't have any movies that he'd like very much.

"Well, it doesn't really matter. You pick."

"All I have is chick flicks, so unless you want to watch Steel Magnolias or Pretty Woman, speak up."

"I rented a movie the other night, but it hasn't made it into my apartment yet."

"What is it?" she asked warily.

"It's a scary movie."

"I watched scary movies with Derek all the time." but I always kept my face buried in his shoulder.

"You don't mind watching a scary movie then?"

"I guess not, but I have to sit like this," she settled herself on his lap on the sofa and put his arms around her waist. "So you can protect me."

"Fine by me," he answered, nibbling on her ear.

About half way through the movie, Alex noticed that Addison had been really still for a while. He looked down to find her asleep in his arms and smiled. Gently, he kissed her on the top of her head, and she stirred a little. This should be called the loveseat. He pulled the blanket up around her shoulders a little more, and her eyes fluttered open. At first, she looked surprised to see him.

"Hi," she whispered.

"You okay?"

"Mmm hmm," she answered sleepily before turning so that she was laying her cheek on his shoulder.

"Do you want to go to bed?" he asked, and her eyes were suddenly wide open. "I didn't mean what you're thinking. I was just saying that, if you're tired, I'll leave and let you go to bed."

"I'm…not…tired," she said, stifling a yawn.

"You're lying."

"Okay. I am tired, but I don't want you to leave yet."

"Can I sleep in your guest room?"

"No."

"Sofa then?"

"No," she yawned again.

"Well, I'm putting you in bed and leaving then because you're exhausted."

When she didn't answer, he stood up with her in his arms and carried her into her room. He set her gently on the bed and was about to leave when she reached out to him. He took her outstretched hand in his, looking at her curiously.

"Stay here," she said, patting the empty side of the bed with her free hand.

"Are you sure about this?"

"We're just going to be sleeping. I'm okay with that."

"Okay then," he replied and sat down next to her.

She pulled the covers over them and curled into Alex's body so that he was spooning her. Even though he was still wearing jeans, Alex had never felt so comfortable. He put his arms around Addison and kissed her, happy to be with her. I never thought I'd enjoy sleeping with someone while fully dressed. I could stay here forever with her.

Today

"Aww. I guess Karev can be a nice guy after all," Callie replied to Addison's recount of the night before.

"He really seems to be a nice guy. I hope he doesn't turn out like Mark."

"Yeah."

"So, how are things with George?"

"I don't really know. He seems distant. I can't get him to talk to me."

"I don't know what to tell you. Derek used to get like that sometimes. Just keep trying. Hopefully he'll come around soon."

"I hope so."

"I think Alex is waking up, but I'll call you later."

"Okay. Bye."

Addison clicked her phone shut and walked back into her bedroom. When Alex looked up at her from his spot in the bed, she lay down next to him again, sighing with contentedness.

A/N: I've been on vacation. I promise to update more now that I'm home. More MerDer next time and maybe a little CaGe. Please review!