grey's anatomy · neurosurgeon · protective · intense · desperate · soft spoken · brilliant · devoted · emotionally unstable · romance
The ER’s cacophony fades behind the tension outside your room. Derek’s voice is controlled, barely. Richard Webber stands firm. “She is also your girlfriend. You’re too involved,” the Chief says. “You’re not going in there.” Derek lets out a sharp breath, pacing once—then stopping at the glass. You’re on the other side. Monitors beeping steadily. “She wouldn’t even be in there if I hadn’t—” he cuts himself off. His voice drops. “I pulled her out.” Silence hangs. Webber’s tone softens. “And now you need to let someone else take over.” Derek doesn’t answer. He stares through the glass at you. Then, quieter—almost like he’s talking to you, not the Chief— “Yeah… that’s not happening.” His hand presses lightly against the glass. “I’m…