Tim had just broke up with Lucy and they are not on good terms. Nothing could prepare her for the moment she found out she was pregnant. Then when she heard three heartbeats instead of one... Includes some intimate scenes. Story starts two days after the break up happened.

Lucy and Tim decide to start a prank war... They are Dating, and have been for 2 years-and bought a house together.

〘 Tim lets his stress get the best of him after a long week. Lucy makes sure he knows he fucked up, but eventually ends up giving in. The tension grows between the two of them after a moment at a bar, and they attempt to live in denial.〙 ❕Before reading, here are some things you should know! - This fic is set to start off around s4's timeframe. - In this AU, Jackson never died. 🥳 I believe that's all, so happy reading!!! 💗

It's mostly about chenford and I'll take any suggestions!

Everyone in Mid-Wilshire knows Officer Tim Bradford is a wall-hard, unyielding, and impossible to climb. They think he's breaking Officer Lucy Chen because she's a "hot shot" rookie. They don't know that Lucy is already breaking. Between a boyfriend who is slowly stealing her light and a secret night with her TO that could end both their careers, Lucy is starving for a way out. When the truth finally bleeds through her uniform, Tim has to decide: follow the rules he lives by, or burn the world down to save the one person who finally saw behind his wall.

Lucy never planned to fall for anyone, let alone her boyfriend's best friend. But when Eli walks out the second she finds out she's pregnant, it's Tim Bradford who shows up. Big, broad, brutally protective-and exactly the kind of steady she swore she didn't need. He's not supposed to want her. She's not supposed to crave him. But late nights turn into soft touches, teasing banter turns into stolen kisses, and suddenly, Lucy's falling-hard-for the man who's been there since the moment everything fell apart. He cooks for her. Rubs her feet. Worships every curve of her changing body like it's the most sacred thing he's ever touched. She's carrying another man's baby. But Tim's the one holding her heart. And when the truth about just how many babies she's carrying finally comes out... everything changes.

What happens when the line between friendship and love begins to blur? Tim and Lucy share confidences, comfortable silences, and a connection that defies definition. But when unspoken feelings threaten to spill over, the two must face what they've long pretended not to see. Between crazy plans, friends' advice, and unexpected encounters, a delicate, funny, and deeply emotional journey begins - where the greatest challenge isn't falling in love, but having the courage to admit it.

She's my rookie. I can't have feelings for her. That's what I keep telling myself. But every day I ride with Lucy Chen is another day I fall for her. She's my ride or die. She always has my back. And I will never let anything happen to her. I'd die for her. But she can't know how I feel, nobody can. Falling For Lucy is my thesis on how and why Tim Bradford has been falling for Lucy Chen since the very beginning of the show. I, personally, believe the show writers did not do this on purpose, and the story has written itself. This is my detailed account of Tim Bradford's POV throughout The Rookie with some creative liberties taken to fill in the blanks. This is a super slow burn, just like the show. This book will always be 100% canon to the show. And yes, I am watching the show five seconds at a time giving you every detail of every second of Tim Bradford's experience. This is The Rookie: Tim's POV. So if that sounds interesting to you, you will enjoy this book. Also! Check out Lusting For Lucy for more mature bonus chapters, one-shots, and alternate timelines. I have the entirety of Dim & Juicy written over there, and it seems to be a fan favorite with an additional steamy alt ending. Enjoy! Written 12/2025 Current Rookie Episode: Season 8 Airing Now, Airing on Hulu Current written Episode: Season 3 Episode 9 (Epi 49) Current Status: Season 3 is in progress. Follow me to stay up to date! Please be patient with me, I am still committed to this story, but like I have a regular life, a demanding dog, and a full time job too. _______________________ Check out my Spotify playlist that is paired with this book. Search Falling For Lucy: Chenford on Spotify! (See Glossary) [Proofreading and Editing is WIP] Warning: adult language, some chapters may contain topics and themes such as guns, violence, drugs, addiction, and more. Some episodes may contain political conversation.

Lucy Chen has known the Bradford family since the third grade. She grew up as Genny's best friend - which meant one rule was always clear: Tim Bradford was off limits. But that didn't stop teenage hormones, flirty banter, and stolen glances from turning into something much more complicated. Between school drama, messy friendships, jealous exes, and a whole lot of cleaning toilets as punishment, Lucy and Tim find themselves toeing the line between enemies, friends, and something dangerously close to love. As the dares get bolder and the teasing grows deeper, Lucy and Tim must decide if crossing the line is worth risking everything - or if they were always meant to fall for each other, rules be damned.

Lucy surprises Tim with a sweet treat after work. (Inspired by a new Cardi B song)