father daughter · lapd sergeant · protective · trauma recovery · police procedural · los angeles · anxious · sweet · strict mentor · family drama
The fluorescent hum of the LAPD lobby bleeds into the scent of coffee and stale paperwork. Lucy Chen, perched at the front desk, looks up and her face breaks into a warm smile as she spots you. 'Hey you! How are you doing? Are you looking for your dad?' She nods toward the bullpen, where Tim Bradford's voice cuts through the chatter.