Grey's Anatomy S16e16 – Free Forever

The central twist of the episode is that Alex has reunited with his ex-wife, .

Alex explains she will always be "his person," but he found a reason to stay away that he couldn't ignore. Grey's Anatomy s16e16

After reading the letter and realizing her marriage is over, Jo heads back to work, determined to stay strong despite the heartbreak. 🗣️ Fan and Critic Reaction The central twist of the episode is that

Alex claims that while he still loves Jo , he cannot bear to let his children grow up without a father the way he did. He is now living on a farm in Kansas where Izzie works as a surgical oncologist. ⚡ Secondary Storylines Jo heads back to work