𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗗 🩵 She's Not You

𝗦𝗵𝗲'𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂

Life has been busy for both Tim and Lucy. Tim, working around the clock. He was establishing himself as Metro Sargent and has built close relationships with his team. After the tension with Lucy and how he got his position in Metro. He was so thankful for the sacrifice she made and his Wilshire family for the five player trade. He had never felt so professionally fulfilled. Aside from training his former hot shot rookie as a TO😉 This was right where he wanted to be. Tim loved the Metro action he gets to be a part of and always trusting his men to always have his back at every turn. The only downside was on many occasions his schedule didn't align with Lucy's. They were so strong as a couple and always prioritized each other when they could. Always making it work. They had been together for almost a year now. They hadn't officially moved in together but that was just a formality as they spent all their nights at Lucy's. Even if they only got a few hours together, they would always have their time together. A little time was better than none.

Lucy for her part was busy too. She had passed the detective exam with flying colours. In the top five. The officer who was originally blocking her after the five player trade had reconsidered. Grey had changed the officers tune. Regardless of Lucy's actions on Tim's behalf. The LAPD would benefit from having Lucy as a detective. She had too much talent for her path to be stalemated. Lucy had been so relieved when she was able to continue down her chosen path. Lucy had absolutely no regrets getting Tim into Metro. It's where he was meant to be individually and also for them as a couple. This was a sacrifice she would make a thousand times over with no hesitation. She had been so relieved when it all worked out for them and their careers. Lucy was still on patrol as there wasn't an official open detectives spot at Wilshire. However, Lucy would step in to help Angela and Nyla on cases. Also, she would work on short UC ops. Lucy had made a decision she would not pursue long term UC assignments as her dreams had changed and it wasn't her dream anymore. She did still love the UC action so would step in for short ops where she could still go home to Tim. When Lucy wasn't helping on cases she was out on patrol which she also still loved.

Tim was out on a Metro call and Lucy was chatting with Angela and Nyla before she headed out on patrol. As Lucy was about to head out. A tall, thin blonde strolled through the doors . Ashley McGrady. What was she doing here? thinking Lucy. Ashley heading straight towards the detectives. Angela felt a rush of adrenaline come over her. She was not only protective of her best friend but also Lucy who had become one of her best friends and is protective of their relationship. As Ashley approached, Angela stepped in front of Lucy. "Hello, Ashley. What can we do for you?" asking Angela. "Hey, Angela. I wanted to talk to Lucy about something" replying Ashley. Lucy walked over to the side with Ashley. Angela and Nyla sticking close within hearing distance.

"Ashley. What's up? nervously asking Lucy

"Lucy. Look. I know you're close with Tim and I need your help. I regret how I broke up with Tim. I let my own fears and insecurities get the best of me. I have had a lot of time to think and process. I miss him. I really loved him. I was hoping that you would help me. I just want to talk to him. We haven't spoken since I broke up with him. Maybe, you could help arrange a meet up? Test the waters for me. I just want a second chance"

Lucy could feel tears forming. Her stomach felt tight and clenched. She felt literally like throwing up. She just needed to get out of this situation to process what was actually happening. Lucy felt insecure in a swift moment which she hadn't felt in their almost year long relationship. At first, Lucy had convinced herself she wasn't Tim's type. Ashley and Isabel had many similarities and they were his type. After Tim affectionately assured her that wasn't true. Lucy was his type. Over time, Lucy felt secure physically with their connection. Now, she was doubting herself again. If Ashley was willing to give him everything that he wanted for his future. Would Tim still want Lucy as his forever? she was spiraling.