Lexie and Meredith grow up together, basically the children of both Ellis and Thatcher. A tragedy strikes and they are left with their drunk father. Forced to deal with his rage and drinking. Lexie is too young to realize it but does when it's too late. Meredith hides her families secret from her best friends who might not ever know. How will they cope? Who will help them? Read to find out. Greys Anatomy alternate universe/ fanfic. This is based on the show but the characters will be a bit different than the show. Yes, there is Merder at some point. Yes there will be all your favorite characters too.