So this chapter is going to involve a small time jump. I have a few kinda crazy ideas on where to take this story next and I cannot wait to explore them. As for tonight's episode, I think I speak for everyone when I say F I N A L L Y ! Lexie pouring out her heart to Mark was not only totally belated but it made me bawl like a 4 year old. Chyler Leigh, she gets me everytime. Anyway, here we go folks.
"So, Lexie. How are things?"
"Good. I am alot better. I can finally breathe again and most of all, I am finally happy again." She said.
"That's great. This is all great. We have been at this for a month and you seem to be making huge strides. Amazing progress, really."
"Thank you, Dr. Hanson."
Lexie had started seeing a therapist at Seattle Grace after her meltdown with Mark. She figured she had let things get to the breaking point and her family was not something she wanted to lose over a guy that she convinced herself wasn't even worth her tears or fear. The meetings had been going great and Lexie had been feeling better than ever. She found herself spending more nights in with Mark and Haley. She was now about four months along in her pregnancy and had the glow and a small bump to show for it. She was on top of the world and she owed most of that credit to Dr. Nathan Hanson.
"So this is my last session and I was wondering if you had any last words of advice or any tips? I don't wanna lose myself again." Lexie asked.
"Just be open. If you feel something, talk about it. Find someone to open up to, Lexie, you'll be fine."
"Thank you so much." She said, rising from the couch to give the doctor a hug.
"It's my pleasure."
Lexie grabbed her purse and was almost to the door when he stopped her.
"Hey. I was gonna go grab some ice cream before I head home. You in?"
"Do you think that is such a good idea? I am your patient." She pointed out.
"You said yourself this was your last session. Besides, it is just two colleagues grabbing some ice cream as they both head to their respective homes." Nathan said.
"Okay." Lexie caved. "But you're buying."
"Deal." He chuckled.
Lexie sat across from Nathan, digging into a triple chocolate sundae. She couldn't help but feel a little like a cow when she saw Nathan and his small ice cream cone.
"Sorry." She laughed, wiping her face with a paper napkin. "I needed this."
"A night out?" He asked.
"No. Chocolate." She smiled. "My life has been hectic lately, to say the least, but I know if it wasn't that way, I wouldn't be where I am now."
"Yeah." He acknowledged.
"So, you're realitively new at Seattle Grace Mercy West right? How are you liking it here?" She said, taking another bite.
"I like it." Nathan began. "The rain is something to get used to, but the people I have met are so nice and the hospital is one of the best in the country. How's a man to top that?"
"Mm." She said, nodding her head in agreement.
"Plus, the women here are pretty amazing. Definitely some of the best I've seen." He told her with a smile.
"I have to get home." She told him, cleaning her mess and heading for the exit. "It's getting a little late."
"11:30?" He asked, slightly shocked.
"Have we seriously been here for two hours?" She began to freak. " I have to go."
Lexie bolted out the door before Nathan could say another word. Mark would be worried sick about her and the baby and she didnt want to cause any more problems for them than she already had. She knew that Mark had had just about enough. Lexie quickly walked the two blocks from ice cream parlor to her apartment. Walking to the door, she was nervous. The last she wanted was another late night fight. She turned her key in the lock and slowly pushed the door open to find Mark sitting on the couch, holding the baby monitor in his hand.
"Where the hell have you been?" Mark asked, rushing to her and looking for any injuries. "Is everything okay? Is it the baby?"
"No. I just- I-" She began to stutter. "I had to go help Meredith with something."
"Oh." Mark looked concerned. "What happened?"
"She was looking for some opinions on some home decor for the house that Derek is building." Lexie could feel the lies piling up.
"I wish you would have called me."
"I know, babe." She said, hugging him. "I just forgot is all. I love you."
"I love you too."
Lexie knew it was wrong to lie, but she knew that Mark would in no way believe that the ice cream trip with Nathan was completely harmless. He would make up some kind of extreme scenario in his head and she wasn't sure if she could deal with that on top of everything else. She convinced herself that she wasn't lying to cover herself, but instead was lying for Mark's own good. The next morning, Lexie went through her normal routine of getting ready for work. It was the first time that she and Mark were working the same shift in a while. Callie had agreed to keep Haley for the day, since she was off and to avoid the hassle of daycare.
"Hey babe?"
"Yeah." Mark answered.
"Have you ever met Dr. Hanson?" She asked. "The therapist that I was referred to."
"No." Mark said with slight disgust. "But I have heard things."
"What kind of things?"
"He is a pig, Lex." He explained. "He is like me four years ago, but with a bigger ego."
"Oh." She said, confused. "He seemed really nice."
"Seemed' being the opporative word. Do me a favor, go to Dr. Wyatt instead, okay? I would rather you didn't go to him."
"Sure." She agreed. "No problem."
Once at the hospital, Lexie made her way up to Psych, so that she could tell Nathan that she would be switching to Dr. Wyatt if she found she needed additional help. She walked into his office to find him writing busily at his desk.
"Hey." She greeted.
"Lexie." He said with a huge smile. "How is everything?"
"Great. Listen, I just came by to let you know that I am switching doctors. I think Dr. Wyatt can help me with any problems I may have in the future. I thank you for everything you have done for me and I wish you the best." She rambled, holding her hand out.
"What is this about?"
"Nothing. I just think Dr. Wyatt would be more beneficial."
"Is this about Mark Sloan?" He asked.
"What?"
"He is uncomfortable with this right?" He pushed.
"He should be." She pointed out. "This, it's inappropriate."
"Look, Lexie. I like you." He said.
"I like you, too. You're a great doctor." She smiled.
"No, Lexie." He said, taking her hand. "I like you. And I know you feel the same. I see the way you look at me. It's in the way you talk to me."
"Are you delusional right now?" Lexie pulled away. "I cannot do this. I'm married."
"I can give you more than he ever can." Nathan said. "If you just give me a chance."
"I have a daughter and a baby on the way." She continued, shocked at the words coming out of his mouth.
"I love kids." He told her. "We can make this work."
"There is nothing to make work."
"Lexie." Nathan grabbed her by the arms, kissing her with everything he had.
"Hey Lex, you dropped your keys in the lobby-" Mark said, walking into the office.
"Mark." Lexie tried.
"What the hell is going on?" Mark asked her.
"I- He-" She tried, but couldn't get the words out before Mark's fist collided with Nathan's face. He shook his hand in pain and turned to Lexie who was on the verge of tears. "I'm staying with Derek tonight." He sighed. "I can't even look at you."
"Mark, no." She tried as he walked away, slamming the door behind him.
Lexie wanted to fall apart, but somehow willed herself to leave. She told the chief she had some family emergency and headed straight to the apartment, hoping to find Mark. Her heart broke a little more when she was greeted by an empty apartment. Mark had clearly been there and packed a bag, his cologne, razor, and toothpaste were gone. She rushed to the kitchen counter and grabbed the cordless phone, automatically dialing her sister's number.
"Hello?" Derek answered.
"Derek. Can I speak with Mark please?" She asked.
"He is in the shower." Derek told her. "Hold on."
She grasped the phone for dear life as she heard Derek and Mark in the background.
"Who is it?" Mark asked.
"It's Lexie." Derek said. "Just take it."
"No." He responded. "I don't want to talk to her."
"What do you want me to say?"
"Make something up. I don't care." Mark replied coldly.
"Lexie. He is going to have to call you back." Derek said with sympathy.
"Okay. Thanks, Derek. Can you just tell him that I love him, please?"
"Of course." He agreed. "Good night."
"Goodnight." Lexie hung up and threw the phone across the room.
This was going to be harder than she thought. Therapy was supposed to make everything better not destroy everything she built. That night, she picked up Haley from Callie's and spent the night cuddling with the only person who seemed to like her at the moment. She would make things right if it was the last thing she did. If not for herself, than for her children.
Well, there it is. I hope you guys enjoy this interesting turn in the story and review, I love reviews. I cannot wait for next week's Grey's so we can see if Mark has any reaction to what Lexie said. Also, there are rumors floating around about the big death in the finale, and some people are saying it will be Lexie. They have already said Mark is safe, but if Lexie dies, it will be devastating. Anyway, read and review and remember, Peace, Love, & Grey's Anatomy