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What will happen between Dempsey's Derek and Ellen Pompeo's Meredith in season 3? Who knows — but Dempsey's just happy he'll have some contribution: ''There is more receptivity and collaborating. We're able to ask [the writers], 'What are you trying to achieve? How can I help you get there?''' (Read more about the new season)
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