The One Chicago crossover event delivered another high-stakes, emotionally charged episode, and few characters were impacted more than Chicago Fire’s fan-favorite couple, Stella Kidd and Kelly Severide. The intense storyline saw Stella trapped underground after a devastating gas explosion, leaving Severide and Firehouse 51 racing against time to rescue her. While they managed to save her just in time, the incident has undoubtedly left a lasting impact on their relationship.
According to showrunner Andrea Newman, this life-threatening experience will push Stella and Severide to reevaluate their priorities, bringing back important discussions they had earlier in the season. This moment forces them to confront major decisions about their careers, their relationship, and their future as a family.
Big Decisions Ahead for Stella & Severide
In an interview with TVLine, Newman teased that the aftermath of the crossover would have long-term repercussions for the couple:
“They’ve made some promises to each other to not be separated again and not be apart as much as possible, and then this episode does tear them apart. Moving forward, it’s kind of about figuring out where they are as a couple, and the conversations about family really come up in that.”
This means that Stella and Severide’s relationship will take a pivotal turn in the coming episodes. A key theme moving forward will be their commitment to staying together—a promise that has already been tested multiple times throughout Chicago Fire Season 13.
Will Stella & Severide Change Their Careers?
Before the crossover, Severide had suggested getting out of Chicago, though he felt it wasn’t the right time. However, after nearly losing Stella, his stance appears to have shifted dramatically, as seen in his urgent statement:
“Let’s get the hell out of here.”
This suggests that both characters may be ready to make major life changes, potentially even stepping away from their high-risk careers. The near-death experience could push them to prioritize their future together, leading to career shifts or even a move away from the city.
Stella’s Pregnancy Arc Could Be on the Horizon
One of the biggest clues about what’s next for the couple comes from Stella’s previous desire to start a family. Earlier in the season, she told Severide that she wanted to have a baby, and the events of the crossover have likely solidified her decision even further.
Now that Stella has survived such a traumatic event, this could be the push they need to start trying for a family immediately. A potential pregnancy storyline would bring a new layer of depth to their relationship and raise difficult questions about how they balance their dangerous careers with their desire to build a future together.
What This Means for Chicago Fire’s Future
The emotional fallout from the One Chicago crossover is likely to reshape future storylines in Chicago Fire. While it remains unclear how their careers will be affected, one thing is certain—Stella and Severide are more inseparable than ever.
The show may explore:
✅ Severide and Stella rethinking their dangerous jobs
✅ A potential move or temporary break from Firehouse 51
✅ Tension if one wants to make a change while the other hesitates
✅ A possible pregnancy storyline that shifts their priorities
No matter what happens, fans can expect major relationship developments for one of Chicago Fire’s most beloved couples. The One Chicago crossover may have put them through hell, but it also brought them closer than ever—and their future is about to get even more interesting.
