Tim, Lucy, the charity gala, and unspoken feelings. What starts out as a "classic case of Valentines Day ex sex" turns into uncontrolled feelings, flirting, and hookups. The steamy slow burn of two people who everyone knows are in love, except them.

When Lucy Chen transfers to Mid-Wilshire, she never expects to come face-to-face with the man she once shared an unforgettable summer with - Tim Bradford. Old sparks resurface, buried feelings ignite, and what starts as tension soon turns into a slow-burn journey of love, laughter, and second chances. Through flirtation, friendship, and the challenges of life in and out of uniform, Tim and Lucy discover that some connections are meant to last forever - no matter how much time has passed.

Lucy and Tim after 4.01, though the story doesn't accurately reflect the shows timeline of events. They both can't deny the feelings they have for each other and read to find out how that unfolds. This is a mature read because of some of the topics explored and some language used. However nothing explicit will be in detail. Disclaimer: I don't own any of these characters, the original characters belong to the show "the rookie". Except for a few characters who I will make up.

When Lucy Chen, a sharp and ambitious defense attorney, and Tim Bradford, a no-nonsense LAPD patrol sergeant, discover they've been signed up for LA's hottest new dating show without their consent, they're less than thrilled-especially when they realize they already know each other from their professional run-ins in court and on cases. Forced into close quarters with cameras rolling 24/7, the by-the-book cop and the passionate lawyer who've spent years professionally sparring must navigate ridiculous dating challenges, eliminate other contestants, and somehow convince producers (and themselves) that they're actually compatible. Between their clashing worldviews, undeniable chemistry, and the mounting pressure to either couple up or get voted off, the line between what's real and what's for the cameras begins to blur. But when the competition heats up and real feelings start creeping in, both Tim and Lucy have to decide: are they willing to cross the borderline between professional adversaries and something more-or will they walk away before anyone gets hurt?

On the weekend of her beachside small town wedding, Aunt Amy admits to Lucy that she is terminally ill and only has one regret in life: that she didn't see her beloved niece get married or at least get engaged. Quick to comfort her sick aunt, Lucy lies and says she's engaged. To Tim. Chaos ensues. Title is lyrics from "Delicate" by Taylor Swift 5x6 canon divergent

Lucy and Tim on opposite sides of the country meet undercover without knowing. Facing obstacles in their path. This story is continuing to another book!

Lucy's cheating ex shows up with his fiance, otherwise known as Lucy's ex-best friend, and demands to speak with her. Lucy really wishes that the past would stay where it belongs; in her rear-view mirror.

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

Tim thought he had lost her. For hours, he had imagined the worst. Then Lucy reappeared, standing in the middle of the precinct, covered in dust and adrenaline. Before he could think, he kissed her. In front of everyone.

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.