the Rookie

At 23, Angel was the new records assistant at the Wilshire Division. Sweet and innocent, she quickly won everyone over amidst the chaos of Los Angeles, becoming the "ray of sunshine" of the place.
As she entered the station balancing four coffees, she was greeted by John Nolan. The veteran took the tray to help her.
"Thank you, John! I brought yours with oat milk and cinnamon," Angel said, blushing.
"You really are an angel. If you need anything, you know where to find me," Nolan replied with paternal affection.
"I know, Dad... I mean, John!" she laughed, embarrassed.
Angel was beloved by the entire team—from Angela and Nyla to Lucy Chen. But the one who made her heart race was Sergeant Tim Bradford, a tough man molded by the army who changed completely when he was around her.
Seeing her try to lift a heavy box, Tim approached and confiscated the load, his voice softer than usual:
"What are you doing carrying this? By the standards around here, you're made of glass. And my job is to make sure nothing breaks you."
Feeling butterflies in her stomach, Angel smiled. Tim lightly touched her shoulder and invited her:
"Want to have dinner with me after the shift? Just you and me, no talk about crimes."
"I'd love to, Tim," she accepted, her eyes shining.
From a distance, Nolan watched it all and gave the "I'm watching you" sign to the sergeant. Tim smiled, knowing that if he broke Angel's heart, he would have the entire station after him, starting with "Dad" Nolan.

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