After betrayal and heartbreak of Tim cheating , Lucy Chen and Tim Bradford struggle to rebuild their relationship while navigating the dangers of police work and jealous exes. From near-death calls to chaotic honeymoons, they fight for trust, love, and a future together.

Tim was a cop. Lucy was a criminal. Their love was forbidden, but it happened anyways. ⚠️ sexual scenes, slight emetephobia, eating disorder mentions ⚠️

After a messy divorce from his ex-wife Isabel-brought on by her spiraling drug addiction-Tim Bradford finds himself raising two young children on his own. A newborn who won't stop crying and a toddler who won't speak or smile. Exhausted, overwhelmed, and at the edge of breaking, Tim doesn't know what else to do. That is until Detectives Angela Lopez and Nyla Harper recommends someone-Dr. Lucy Chen, a warm-hearted child psychologist with a gentle way of unlocking even the most closed-off hearts. As Lucy starts working with Tim's daughter and soothing the cries of the newborn with ease, Tim finds himself watching her more and more. And maybe-just maybe-he starts to believe that healing is possible. For him. For his kids. For all of them

Trigger warning ‼️ physical, emotional, sexual, verbal, trauma, violence, and mentions of assault if you guys get triggered by any of this, I advise you not to read it <3 Lucy's life was forever changed by the man she once trusted-Luke Bennett. Behind closed doors, she endured a harrowing nightmare of abuse, fear, and betrayal that left deep scars on her body and soul. Trapped in silence and pain, Lucy struggled to hold on to hope, fighting to protect herself and reclaim her strength. When the truth finally surfaces, Lucy's world is shaken to its core-but she is not alone. With Tim's steadfast support and the unwavering care of friends and allies, she finds the courage to face her past and seek justice. Together, they navigate the difficult road of healing, confronting the trauma that threatened to define her. This is a powerful story of resilience, love, and the fierce determination to break free from darkness. Through every painful step, Lucy proves that even in the face of unimaginable pain, there is hope-and the strength to build a new future.

"After a difficult divorce, Sergeant Tim Bradford has dedicated the past five years to raising his daughter Riley on his own. Life has been predictable and quiet until Riley starts kindergarten and meets her bright, warm-hearted teacher, Lucy Chen. As Riley and Lucy form an unbreakable bond, Tim can't help but notice the woman behind the sunshine. What begins as small, ordinary moments blossoms into a slow, tender romance but the past isn't done with him yet. When Riley's mother unexpectedly returns, old wounds resurface, threatening the fragile happiness Tim, Riley, and Lucy are building. "Sunshine in Her Eyes" And the little moments that make a house a home. It's a journey of laughter, tears, and family, proving that sometimes the brightest light comes from the people who make your heart feel safe."

Lucy Chen and Tim Bradford are secretly married and share a five-year-old daughter, Maila-something no one at the precinct knows. Between police work, everyday life, and keeping their family hidden, their carefully guarded secret is suddenly threatened by an unexpected incident, forcing them to face the truth and the challenges that come with it.

Tim Bradford's complicated past with his abusive and estranged father resurfaces when his father falls gravely ill. Wracked with anger, frustration, and unresolved pain, Tim struggles to cope - pushing away everyone, including Lucy Chen, the woman who loves him and refuses to let go. As Tim confronts the harsh realities of his childhood and his father's final days, Lucy stands by him with unwavering support, gently breaking down his walls with compassion and fierce love. Through shared confessions, painful visits, and quiet moments of vulnerability, Tim and Lucy navigate grief, forgiveness, and the fragile path toward healing. When Tim's father dies, Lucy attends the funeral by his side, strengthening the bond between them. As they face their uncertain future together, Tim finally admits the depths of his feelings, and Lucy embraces the promise of love and hope beyond the past.

For five months, Lucy Chen has lived a lie inside the walls of Mid-Wilshire. Her two-year-old daughter, Iris Elizabeth, is introduced as her little sister-a half-truth meant to protect Lucy from revealing the abusive relationship that changed her life forever. The station believes it. Her friends believe it. Even Tim Bradford, her boyfriend, believes it. Iris knows the rules too. She knows not to call Lucy mama at the station. Until one small slip threatens to unravel everything. When a call from daycare shatters Lucy's carefully built walls, the truth comes out in the one place she never expected: a janitor's closet, with Tim standing in front of her-shocked, furious, and fiercely protective. Because Tim Bradford doesn't walk away. And he sure as hell doesn't let Lucy handle this alone.

Lucy Chen, a strong-willed psychology student, and her infuriating neighbor Tim Bradford, a grumpy bar owner and former military man. From the moment they meet, they can't stand each other - or so they claim. What starts as a neighborly feud soon evolves into something far more complicated and magnetic. With heated arguments, lingering glances, and unexpected moments of softness, Lucy and Tim are forced to confront a growing connection they never saw coming. Sometimes, love really is just across the hall.

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