Last night on Grey's Anatomy, a lion ended up on the loose in Seattle, yet did not make for the most interesting parts of an episode in which so much else transpired. The characters and storylines repeatedly took unexpected twists - not a small achievement for a show now almost finished with its eighth season.

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Looking ahead to next week, Cristina makes Owen tell her about the intimate details of his affair, which is destined to go badly, while Mark takes his authority very seriously when he steps in as chief for the day.

Elsewhere, Arizona, Callie and Bailey plan special night for Teddy. She could use it.

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