A/N: More birthday fun…I think you all are really going to like this. I'm going on a college visit tomorrow so I don't know if there will be another chapter then, but if not, then Sunday. There will be at least one more chapter this weekend.

Chapter 56: Happy Birthday – Part 2

The next stop was the ferryboats. It was "their place" and Meredith wasn't at all surprised that Derek took her there next. The only thing that was different this time was that Derek had arranged for them to go up into the part of the boat where the captain stays. Derek had told them that it was her birthday in advance and they gave the two of them a special tour and they didn't have to pay for the ride.

After the ferry ride, they went to the park and had a picnic lunch that Derek had pre-ordered. They sat on a blanket underneath a tree eating and cuddling and just watching all the people walking by and the dogs running around. They walked around for a little while on a really nice path with beautiful trees and flowers.

At about 3:00, Derek drove Meredith home. He just stopped in front of the house and didn't get out of the car and walk her up to the door like he usually does. They just sat there in the car until one of them spoke.

"Are you going to go into your house?" Derek asked.

"So, this is it? End of the birthday day?" Meredith said a bit disappointed.

"Not even close. Go inside and follow the directions and no cheating. I'll see you later."

Derek leaned over to give Meredith a kiss but she stopped him.

"No cheating? Derek, what are you talking about?"

"Just go inside and you'll know," he leaned over and gave her a kiss on the cheek, "Bye!"

Meredith gave Derek a weird look and got out of the car and went inside. When she got in, she saw a huge piece of paper at the foot of the stairs. Izzie and George must have been in on this because Derek wouldn't have time to set anything up because he had been with her all morning. She picked up the piece of paper and read it.

You just got home from breakfast and a wonderful ferry ride with me.

I hope that you're having a great birthday so far, but there's much more to come.

Go upstairs, and you'll find a surprise.

Love, D

Meredith smiled at the amount of thought and effort Derek had put into making the day special for her and was curious to know what was upstairs for her. She quickly ran upstairs and went into her room, and on her bed was a box, with another note on top.

Inside this box is just one of the many gifts I have for you today

I hope you like it but don't put it on yet

After you look at it, go into the bathroom for your next surprise

Love, D

Meredith opened up the box and unfolded the tissue paper and picked up a gorgeous, black, sparkling, floor length dress. It was exactly her size. Izzie had definitely helped Derek with that. The dress was absolutely beautiful and she couldn't wait to try it on but she had to follow Derek's directions and headed into the bathroom.

There were lots of flowers, scented candles and bubble bath. Propped up in front of the bottle of bubble bath was yet another note.

Take a nice, hot, relaxing bath

You deserve it more than anyone

Light some candles and put on some nice music and enjoy yourself

But don't stay in too long

When you get out, dry off and then look on the bottom of the box your dress was in

Love, D

Meredith put the note down and picked up the bottle of bubble bath. It was lavender from Bath and Body works – Izzie had definitely been in on this too. She couldn't see Derek even stepping foot in that store. She lit the candles while the tub filled up and as soon as it was full she got in. Meredith lay in the bath thinking about how lucky she was to have Derek and reminded herself not to take him or all the things he did for her for granted.

After about a half hour and before her whole body became a prune, she got out of the tub and wrapped herself in one of her fluffy purple towels. She blew out the candles and drained the bathtub and went back into her bedroom to find the next "clue" from Derek. She took the dress out of the box and laid it on the bed and then turned the box over to see a note written on the bottom.

I hope you enjoyed your bath

The next thing I want you to do is put on this dress that is not as nearly as beautiful as you

A car will be here to pick you up at 7:00 sharp so be ready

I can't wait to see you

Love, D

Meredith just smiled at Derek's sweetness. She had no idea how he had thought of this idea but it was a perfect way to spend her birthday and she couldn't wait for whatever was coming next. She put the dress on it and it fit perfectly. She put on makeup and fixed her hair, and then went downstairs to wait to be picked up.

Just as she was about to sit down and thought that the car was going to be late, the doorbell rang. She opened the door and there was a man standing there dressed very nicely, with a driver's hat on.

"You must be Meredith Grey," he said.

"I am."

"Well, then this car is for you. Dr. Shepherd has requested you to arrive at 8:00 sharp so we need to be on our way."

"Okay, just let me get my purse."

Meredith grabbed a little black clutch purse, checked herself in the mirror one more time and then followed to driver to the car. He opened the back door for her and she got in. He walked around and started the car and began to drive.

"I would say Miss, that you are a very lucky girl. Dr. Shepherd seems to be taking very good care of you."

"You're right I am lucky, and yes he does take good care of me. But, um, can you tell me where you're taking me?"

"Sorry Miss. I can't do that. Dr. Shepherd asked me to keep it a secret."

"Yeah, he's been doing that a lot today," Meredith said sighing and leaning back in the seat.

About a half an hour later, they arrived in a front of a huge, and beautiful building. It was a very fancy restaurant with a hotel attached. The driver got out of the car and came around and opened the door for Meredith. She got up and looked up at the building in awe.

"Have a good evening," the driver said, about to get back in the car and go to his next client.

"Wait. Where am I supposed to go?"

"There will be somebody inside waiting for you."

"Thank you," Meredith said, a little bit nervous and headed inside.

When she got inside, a man was standing there and when he saw her come in he walked over to her.

"Are you Ms. Grey?" he asked very politely.

"I am. Do you know where I'm supposed to go?"

"Indeed I do. Dr. Shepherd is waiting for you in the restaurant, please follow me."

She followed the very nice man into the restaurant where she saw a table with Derek, Izzie, George, Cristina, Burke, her mom and dad, and Jason and Mel. Everybody was dressed up and when Derek saw Meredith come in he stood up and came over to her.

Meredith was amazed at what Derek had arranged. She knew that she had said that all she wanted was to be with him, but what he had done was fabulous and she couldn't ask for anything better. Derek gave her a kiss on the cheek and whispered "Happy Birthday" in her ear.

BIRTHDAY NIGHT TO BE CONTINUED

A/N: How are you all liking this? The dress – think of Meredith's prom dress, that is what I was picturing there. There will be another part to it but before I write that you have to review!!!!