Audiences of The Rookie are looking forward to seeing “Chenford” back on screen, referring to Tim Bradford played by Eric Winter and Lucy Chen, Melissa O’Neil. However, things aren’t going to be smooth sailing from here on especially after a batting last episode of Season 6. In Eric Winter’s words, Tim will have to do a lot in order to win Lucy’s trust back after their impulsive separation.
Speaking in an interview about the show’s subsequent season, Winter admitted that Tim will need quite some time to regain the trust of Lucy. Its separation in season 6 was quite painful for the viewers mainly because the couple just began to realize their mutual attraction for many years. The split happened after Tim lied to Lucy about a situation involving his military buddy, which left her feeling betrayed.
Winter explained, “I think it’s going to take some time figuring out who he is. Accepting his failures… and doing things he’s never been comfortable doing before.” He emphasized that Tim’s personal growth will play a big role in his journey toward earning Lucy’s trust again, but it won’t be an easy fix. He hinted that Tim will be “humbled” by his experiences and will need to face some deep-rooted issues in order to move forward, both personally and professionally.
What Can Fans Expect in Season 7?
For those invested in “Chenford,” it seems there may still be hope. Winter suggested that while Tim and Lucy’s romance is currently on hold, there is potential for the two to reconnect. However, Tim must first focus on self-improvement. Winter stated, “You really have to come to terms with who you are and love yourself before you can go out there and love somebody else.” This means Season 7 may see Tim working on himself, while Lucy decides if she can forgive him and move on..
The Future of “Chenford”
While Season 6 left many viewers heartbroken by the couple’s split, Season 7 promises growth and new challenges for Tim and Lucy. The path to rekindling their romance won’t be smooth, but Winter hinted that their story is far from over. The next season will show if the two characters have a way of reconnecting after each other for their struggles or if the harm is irreversible.
In the new chapter of The Rookie, fans are curious about the further development of the relations between Tim and Lucy . Will Tim be able to earn back Lucy’s trust? Only time will tell when Season 7 airs next year.
