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Lucy was stressed out. She made a bet with Tim that she could set him up on good date. If she win, she could wear short sleeves and if she lost, she would be doing fifty push-ups after every call. Rachel was perfect and had easily agreed to the date after she explained it. Lucy was grateful for her friends help.
It was nearing end of shift when Lucy received a text from Rachel.
Hey. I can’t make the date. He seems like a nice guy, but I’ve been dating someone else casually. I really like him Lucy. I’m sorry I wasn’t honest. Good luck!
Lucy was stressed. The date was tonight and Rachel cancelled.
Tim walks up just as she puts her phone away.
“What time is this date tonight?” He asks sternly.
“8 o’clock at Ravenna.” She quickly gets out.
“Have fun doing push-ups after every call.” He says laughing as he walks away.
Crap! What am I going to do now?! Lucy thinks to herself. I can’t find anyone else!
Lucy goes home and sits on her bed. She has two hours to figure something out. Jackson comes home and sees Lucy is now pacing.
“Uh you okay Lucy?” She jumps at Jackson’s voice.
“Rachel cancelled tonight!” She said frustrated. “I can’t lose this bet Jackson.”
“Lucy. I think it’s more than this bet, but why don’t you go?”
“Wait. Me? I’m his rookie though.”
“So? I know you feel something, plus you won’t be going home with him.”
“Okay, but what would I wear?” She asks and sounds stressed. They go to her closet and look for a dress. She doesn’t want anything over the top, but definitely show her body off. She’s proud of her curves and wants to make Tim’s jaw drop.
Lucy pulls out a deep purple dress. It’s long sleeves, but it comes to a rest halfway down her thighs. It’s a v neck chest line and she feels gorgeous in it. She puts her makeup on and curls her hair. Lucy then puts a push-up bra and matching panties before putting the dress on. She has a pair of black heels that match perfectly.
Lucy walks out of her room. “Damn girl. You look hot.” Jackson whistles at her.
“It’s not too much?”
“Absolutely not. Tim won’t know what hit him. Now go before you’re late. It’s already 7:30. I called an Uber for you.”
“You are a god send.” She says goodbye and heads downstairs. Lucy gets in the Uber and they drive to the restaurant. She arrives just before 8 and goes inside. She tells them she’s meeting someone under “Bradford” and she’s informed the other party is there already.
Lucy takes a deep breath and follows the hostess. They walk to the table and Tim catches her eye. He looks confused, but not angry.
She tells the hostess thank you and stands in front of the table.
“Hi Tim. Rachel couldn’t make it, but I didn’t want to leave you hanging. I hope this is okay.” He smiles.
“I’m relieved it’s you.” He says genuinely. He stands up and pulls Lucy’s chair out.
Lucy sits, but she’s confused. “You wanted it to be me?” She whispers.
“I was kind of hoping.” He says shyly. “When you said you wanted to set me up, I was nervous. I know I’m your TO Luce, but I’ve had feelings for you for a while. I know I shouldn’t, but you’ve changed me. I’m sorry if you’re uncomfortable and I’ll leave if you want, I just had to be honest.” He starts to get up.
“No please stay.” She grabs ahold of his arm.
“Yeah?” He says smiling.
“Yes Tim. Please stay.” The waitress come over and takes their drink orders as well as an appetizer. She brings the drinks back and they order their entrees.
“You look stunning tonight Lucy.” She blushes.
“You look quite handsome yourself Tim.” After that the conversation is quite easy. They get to know each other rather than just the cops they work with day by day. Once dinner is done, Lucy goes to pay. Tim beats her to it. They walk outside and Tim grabs Lucy’s hands.
“I really don’t want tonight to end.” He looks at her.
“Neither do I Tim.”
He moves some of her hair and cups her face. He leans in and places his lips on hers. The kiss is like nothing she’s experienced before. He leans his forehead against hers.
“Do you want to come back to my house?”
“Yeah, I do.” She smiles.
He opens the passenger door of his truck and helps her in. “You really are gorgeous Lucy.”
He shuts the door and goes to the drivers side. Lucy texts Jackson that she’ll be home tomorrow and he sends thumbs up back and a “get it girl!” Tim grabs her hand as he drives. They arrive at his house and he makes sure to open the door for her.
“I could get used to this.” Lucy winks as she kisses his cheek.
“Lucy. I’d pretty much do anything for you. I hope you know I’d never take advantage.”
“I know that Tim. I would rather switch my TO if it means I get to have you this way.” She kisses him. Tim opens the door to his house and helps Lucy in.
“Luce. I just want you with me tonight. We don’t have to do anything you don’t want to. If I can hold you going to sleep, I’ll be the happiest man.”
“Who says I don’t want anything? I did wear my favorite bra and panties tonight.” She starts zipping her dress down slowly. He grabs her hands and pushes her against the wall.
“That’s my present today baby.” He growls in her ear. He unzips her dress slowly and admire every piece of her. “So sexy”. He lifts her up and carries her to his room. He enjoys every single piece of Lucy. That night was the start of forever for both of them. The next day, they went to Grey who wasn’t shocked. He put Lucy with Angela and Jackson with Tim.
“…and that is when I knew I was in love with your mama.” Tim tells the sleeping baby in his arms. Their two month old daughter, Ellie, was the light of their lives.
Lucy stood at her doorway, listening to Tim tell their daughter about their first date, well most of it.
Tim turns around and sees Lucy. She walks to him and hugs him. He kisses her head. “Did you plan for this to happen?” He asks her. She looks at him confused. “When you showed up to that date. Did you plan for this?”
“Honestly, I thought you would leave me there and laugh in my face. I had no idea how you felt. Tim, you are the best thing to ever happen to me. I love you.”
“Mmm I love you Mrs. Bradford.” He places the sleeping infant in her crib and they head back to bed.
She cuddles into Tim. “I may not have planned for this, but I couldn’t imagine my life any other way babe.” She kisses his chest.
“Me either baby. Thank you for loving me.” He kisses her head.
They were both grateful that their life didn’t go as planned. They would never be where they were today.