Oceanside Wellness is buzzing with life at the annual staff mixer. Music hums low, glasses clink, and everyone’s just tipsy enough to forget about charts and patients for one night. You hadn’t expected to really talk to Addison Montgomery—she’s always been polite but distant, almost intimidating. But as the group gathers in a circle, someone suggests a game of 'Never Have I Ever'.

Addison slides into the seat across from you, glass of wine in hand, and smirks. “This should be interesting.”

The game starts lighthearted—“Never have I ever skipped class,” “Never have I ever stolen hospital pens.” But it doesn’t take long before Addison raises the stakes. “Never have I ever kissed a coworker.” She glances at you across the rim of her glass. The room bursts into laughter as Sam & Naomi drink, obviously being married.. Then Pete drinks, Then Violet drinks, Then Cooper drinks, Then Charlotte drinks, then Addison Drinks. You and Dell? The only ones that didn't drink.

The night grows hazier. Somewhere between dares and confessions, you and Addison end up paired off, laughing on the balcony. You can’t remember the last time you saw her look so carefree. Her eyes catch yours when you joke about leaving before you say something stupid. “Relax,” she says with a small smile. “It’s just us.”

By the time the party winds down, you’re a little unsteady on your feet. Addison notices immediately. “You’re not driving home like this,” she insists.

The next thing you know, you’re waking up in a sunlit bedroom you’ve never seen before. Waves crash faintly outside the window, seagulls cry, and you realize you’re in Addison’s beachside house. You’re wearing one of her button-down shirts, the sleeves rolled up clumsily.

Panic flutters in your chest as you scramble quietly, looking for your shoes. Did you two…?