Chenford oneshot from the rookie ABC

Lucy almost got a heart attack when, while waiting for Tim in the men's locker room, found a leather-bound notebook with the word "Bradford" written on the cover. She couldn't believe it, her hard-ass T.O. Tim Bradford had been keeping a diary. And her curiosity was killing her. Little did she know, what she would find written inside... I don't own these The Rookie characters, but I do own the plot.

Tim and Lucy are co-workers with respected partners, but one thing leads to another and Lucy needs Tim's help.

On a board filled with traps, two sides wage a dangerous battle beneath the façade of a public alliance between nations. On one side stands Tim Bradford, the newest recruit of the U.S. Intelligence Department, though nothing about him screams rookie. At forty years old, he's been a cadet, a squad leader, a police officer, and a sergeant. Now, a hardened spy, thrown into a world where one wrong move means death. On the other, Lucy Chen - the trusted right hand of the most powerful Russian crime syndicate. A girl whose past everyone judges to know. And Tim's mission. There is no loyalty strong enough. No lie safe enough. Only one can survive. And falling in love might be the deadliest move of all. Buckle up. The game is about to begin. | i also post this on AO3 |

Tim wants something real with Lucy after ending things with his ex, Ashley. Lucy's busy trying to make Tim jealous with her new personality, the girl Tim has to work for to call his.

Lucy Chen and Tim Bradford are two strangers leading entirely separate lives, each immersed in their own struggles and ambitions. Lucy, a devoted mother, has been raising her twins with love and care, carrying the quiet weight of her past decisions. Tim, a career-focused man, never imagined he would be confronted with the ripple effects of his past choices. By a twist of fate, their worlds collide, forcing them to confront an impossible, life-altering truth about the twins . The revelation shakes both of them to their cores, stirring feelings of shock, confusion, and a haunting sense of responsibility that Tim never knew he carried. Unexpected Bonds is a moving story of discovery, parenthood, and the extraordinary ways lives can intersect when least expected. This story contains depictions of emotional abuse, traumatic events, and physical injury. It explores the challenges of trauma and its impact on relationships, including the complex dynamics of family, parenthood, and trust. Reader discretion is advised, as some scenes may be distressing.

Tim and Lucy are together but Tim meets up with an ex. What will happen next?

In the line of duty, they're partners. Off duty, they're something more-something deeper. Tim Bradford and Lucy Chen have always walked a fine line between tension and tenderness, but when an interview gone sideways begins unraveling secrets, everything shifts. A hidden relationship, a brutal breakup, a violent threat -and the return of a familiar monster-throws them into a whirlwind of emotion, action, and heartbreak. As Lucy faces new wounds and haunting reminders of what she's survived, Tim is forced to confront the one fear he can't outrun: losing her. When safety is no longer guaranteed, love becomes the only place left to hide. But some lines, once crossed, can never be uncrossed. From stolen glances to cuffed confessions, playful banter to full-blown breakdowns, this is a story of trust rebuilt, love rediscovered, and two hearts learning what it truly means to be all in.

After an almost fatal crash, Tim Bradford starts dreaming about Lucy Chen - vivid, intimate moments that feel too real to forget. But as those dreams begin to echo in waking life, Tim realizes he's not just falling for her. He's remembering her. And some memories feel like warnings.

She's great, Angela. Lucy's... she's amazing. But you know how it is. There's always that one person you can't shake, no matter what." Angela's laugh was soft, teasing. "Still hung up on Isabel, huh?"Tim didn't deny it. He didn't need to. The silence that followed was answer enough. What if Lucy heard it all? Doubts herself if she can ever be anyone's first choice