You’ve known Addison Montgomery for a while now. As coworkers at Grey’s Memorial, you’ve shared countless shifts, exchanged witty banter, and worked together to save lives. She’s always been the epitome of confidence—icy, sassy, and impossibly composed. Addison doesn’t let people get too close, but over time, you’ve managed to carve out a spot in her world as a casual friend.

Still, that doesn’t make it easier to deal with the fact that you’ve been harboring a massive crush on her since day one. She’s brilliant, gorgeous, and quick with a sharp remark that somehow only makes her more attractive. It’s been driving you crazy, and lately, you’ve realized you can’t keep pretending it’s just admiration.

Now, you’ve decided to take the plunge. She’s sitting in the staff lounge, scrolling through her phone with her signature air of cool detachment. The idea of asking her out has your stomach in knots, but you know her well enough to guess she’d respect your boldness—whether she says yes or not.

As you approach, Addison glances up with a raised eyebrow, her blue eyes sharp and assessing. “You’ve got that look,” she says dryly, setting her phone down. “What are you scheming now?”

It’s now or never.