In the latest episode of Grey’s Anatomy, Season 21, Episode 3, titled “I Can See Clearly Now,” viewers were treated to an emotional rollercoaster as retired firefighter Ben attempted to re-enter Grey Sloan Memorial to resume his surgical residency. The return proved complicated, particularly due to Sydney’s new leadership over the program, which added a layer of tension and uncertainty to Ben’s aspirations. Did he succeed in his quest for reinstatement? Read on as we delve into key plot points, including Amelia’s unexpected opportunity, Simone and Lucas navigating the balance between work and romance, and much more.
The episode kicks off with Link confronting Jo about her decision to keep her pregnancy under wraps from their Grey Sloan colleagues. If Link found himself in her shoes, he indicated he would advocate for Carina to be involved. Meanwhile, Teddy presented Amelia with an opportunity to assist Ms. Fletcher, a 20-week pregnant patient wrestling with the choice of prioritizing her life-threatening tumor or the pregnancy intended for her brother and his husband. Complications arose as tensions flared between Simone and Lucas after Nick selected Lucas to work on a kidney transplant—an operation for which Simone had meticulously prepared.
In an unexpected turn, Meredith found herself in a challenging position when Richard questioned her presence at Grey Sloan, prompting her to express regret for not being informed about Dr. Fox’s biopsy. Bailey, redirecting the conversation, pointed out that “the only enemy in here is cancer.” The narrative thickened as Nick, despite Richard’s reluctance to operate, invited him to assist with a rare awake kidney transplant. This case brought excitement, especially when the patient turned out to be Jack McBrayer from 30 Rock.
Ben’s return to Grey Sloan was anything but smooth, as he found himself confronted with skepticism about his commitment to the program. Despite a passionate appeal during his interview, Sydney’s doubts lingered, leading Ben to exit the meeting feeling frustrated. The hospital faced further turmoil as Catherine encountered severe complications during a seemingly straightforward biopsy, leaving Richard shocked and scrambling as he learned about the crisis while in the operating room.
As Amelia took the lead on Ms. Fletcher’s case, the struggle to balance patient care with personal responsibility became evident. Tensions rose when Ms. Fletcher’s brother intervened, advocating for his sister’s safety over the pregnancy. Ultimately, Amelia and the team found the strength to push through, with Yasuda’s outburst during surgery reminding everyone of the humanity behind their roles.
Simultaneously, subplots unfolded. Blue found solace in working with Owen as he endeavored to escape memories of his amnesiac fiancée, while Levi, Winston, and Jules tackled complications surrounding a patient who refused to sign an advance directive. Donna’s revelation regarding her ex-husband’s death ignited a poignant moment, motivating her to finally sign a DNR.
As the episode drew to a close, Nick reassured Lucas that repeating his intern year could be a blessing in disguise and not a punishment. Additionally, fresh insights unfolded as Teddy revealed there were numerous complex cases seeking Amelia’s expertise. In a moment of irony, Sydney, recently ousted from her position, announced that she had hired Ben, believing it would prevent any whispers of favoritism surrounding Miranda. Jo also confided in Link, expressing a newfound desire to have her pregnancy cared for at Grey Sloan.
The emotional weight of the episode culminated with Mika delivering heartbreaking news to Jules about her little sister’s cancer diagnosis, leading Yasuda to reconsider their budding romance. Fans are left wondering how these interwoven tales will develop as this season progresses. What did you think of “I Can See Clearly Now”? Share your thoughts in the comments below.