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  • Nothing's as Easy as Riding a Bike When You Don't Know How

    Trent Crimm never learned how to ride a bicycle, but that doesn't mean he hadn't tried over the years. This dive into Trent's past highlights some of what he's endured to become the respected reporter and single father he is today. Newly fired from The Independent, Trent hopes to find himself again on his own terms. Maybe finally learn how to ride a bike. (Trent/OC, Trent/Ted)

  • Ted Lasso Didn't Always Have a Mustache

    "I look just like him, Michelle. I can't be lookin' in the mirror and seein' his face every morning because that face quit on me." Life, loss, love, loss, life—a take on how Ted Lasso came to have his mustache and why he still needs it. (Ted/Michelle) (Ted/Sassy)

  • Drive Me Off Into the Sky Like That Car at the End of Grease

    An alternate take on "Inverting the Pyramid of Success," in which Trent Crimm still writes the article about Ted Lasso's panic attack, but is also forced to disclose the status of their relationship. Here's what happens after that… The path out of the dark forest continues to be a lengthy one, but it's so much easier to navigate with those you love by your side. (Trent/Ted)

  • I Might Not Be Okay (And My Apartment Is a Trainwreck Just a Heads-Up)

    It's the evening of Rebecca's dad's funeral and Ted is still not doing great from his earlier panic attack. Set a few months into Ted Lasso and Trent Crimm's relationship, things are both the worst and best they've been. (We're in the dark forest of this rom-com, but don't worry… this isn't the end of this story. There's baking and dancing for you as a peace offering.)

  • If There Were to Be Something Between Us, That'd Be a Flight (Right?)

    Transportation metaphors galore! Ted Lasso and Trent Crimm meet up on New Year's Eve (the day after "The Signal") to discuss whether they will or will not pursue the relationship they unexpectedly initiated on Christmas. Featuring: Panic attacks, Pride & Prejudice, and some witty Bantr. (Sequel to "My Day With You was a Roller Coaster and I'm Getting Back in Line")