What Episode Does Derek And Meredith Get Back Together

So, you're here because you've got a burning question, huh? "When did Derek and Meredith finally get back together in Grey's Anatomy?" Well, buckle up, my friend, 'cause we're diving into the stormy seas of love, drama, and more tears than a leaky faucet in a rainstorm.

First Things First: The Breakup

Let's rewind to the dark times, shall we? Season 8, Episode 24 - "Now or Never." Derek decides to take a job in Washington D.C., and Meredith, in a fit of "I'm not going to be a military wife" rage, tells him to go. Cue the sad trombone sound effect, because our favorite couple just hit a major speed bump.

Meredith's Plan: Operation "Screw My Life Up More"

Now, Meredith's not one to do things by halves. No, no, no. She decides to go on a wild, self-destructive bender. We're talking one-night stands, drinking like a fish, and generally behaving like a toddler who's been told they can't have ice cream. It's... not her finest moment.

Surprise! It's a Baby!

And then, plot twist! Meredith finds out she's pregnant. With Derek's baby. In a nutshell, she's like, "Oh crap, I might have messed this up." But fear not, dear reader, because our story's about to take a turn for the swoon-worthy.

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Derek's Plan: Operation "Win Back My Wife"

Meanwhile, Derek's been having a grand old time in D.C., not. He's miserable without Meredith, and when he finds out about the baby, he's like, "Oh hell no, I'm not missing out on this." Cue the most romantic chase scene since Ross ran through the airport.

Derek's Big Gesture

In Season 10, Episode 21 - "Fear (Of the Unknown)" - Derek shows up at Meredith's door, ready to grovel. He's got a ring, he's got a speech, he's got the works. And Meredith, bless her heart, she's like, "Well, it's about time, Shepherd." And just like that, they're back together. Cue the happy sighs and the collective swooning of Grey's fans everywhere.

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But Wait, There's More!

Oh, you thought that was it? No, no, no. Derek and Meredith's love story is like a rollercoaster ride - it's got twists, turns, and more ups and downs than a particularly energetic game of whack-a-mole. But that's a story for another time.

So there you have it, folks. Derek and Meredith finally get back together in Season 10, Episode 21. Now, if you'll excuse me, I've got some tissues to attend to. All this emotional turmoil has left me in a state, and I need a moment to collect myself.