As new romances stir and old wounds linger, could Violet and Carver’s slow-burn love story be on the verge of reigniting—or is it too late?
In Chicago Fire’s intense Season 13 landscape, where the calls are dangerous and emotions run deep, relationships can burn just as hot as the blazes the firefighters face. And no pair is proving that truth more than Sam Carver and Violet Mikami.
Once a promising couple whose chemistry lit up Firehouse 51, Carver and Violet’s future now hangs in a delicate balance. Despite fans hoping for reconciliation after Season 12’s emotional fallout, the latest episodes of Season 13 have made one thing clear: the fire between them hasn’t gone out—but it’s certainly on simmer.
And according to star Jake Lockett, it’s about to get “awkward.”
Love on Ice—and Then in Limbo
When we last left Violet and Carver at the end of Season 12, their once-blossoming romance had suffered a significant blow. What started as a tentative connection turned into one of the show’s more emotionally charged pairings. But as Chicago Fire fans know all too well, no relationship is safe at Firehouse 51.
Season 13 opened with a cold front. Carver returned to Chicago—not alone, but with new flame Tori at his side. Meanwhile, Violet, still nursing the wounds of their breakup, was left reeling. But this is Violet Mikami we’re talking about—resilient, sharp, and always ready to take life by the reins. She wasted no time opening herself to a fresh start in the form of a charming new suitor: Flynn.
With both characters attempting to move on, fans naturally assumed the Carver-Violet saga might have ended for good. But, according to Jake Lockett, the story may just be entering its most complex chapter yet.
Jake Lockett on What Comes Next: “It Could Get Awkward Quick”
In a recent interview with TVLine, Lockett peeled back the curtain on what’s next for his character’s emotional journey—and gave fans reason to keep watching closely.
“I feel like there’s opportunity there, but now Flynn’s in the picture,” Lockett revealed. “So I’m looking at it from, like, the 20,000-foot view. It feels like it could get awkward quick.”
And that might be the understatement of the season.
With Tori having quietly left the city and Violet now exploring something real with Flynn, Carver finds himself not just single—but seemingly on the outside looking in. The dynamic between the two firefighters remains civil, but heavy with unspoken feelings. That’s a far cry from the effortless camaraderie they once shared.
And yet… something lingers.
Still in Love? Lockett Thinks So
When asked if Carver might still carry feelings for Violet, Lockett didn’t hesitate.
“Oh, man. I think it’d be hard not to be after how their relationship went last season,” he admitted. “I think it’d be hard to walk away from that and, in a couple of months, just completely be over something like that. That’s something that, in my opinion, would take a little time.”
Translation? Carver may not be ready to close that chapter just yet.
This revelation has only fueled speculation among Chicago Fire fans that a rekindled romance might be on the horizon—eventually. For now, though, it’s complicated. With Carver recovering from his breakup with Tori and Violet genuinely interested in Flynn, any romantic reunion won’t be happening overnight.
But that doesn’t mean it won’t happen.
Carver + Violet: Still the Endgame?
For fans who’ve championed the Carver-Violet pairing from the beginning, the recent tension has been bittersweet. There’s a quiet maturity in how both characters are handling the situation—no explosions, no betrayal, just the messiness of timing and unresolved emotions. Still, hope remains.
“I think what we’re seeing is two people trying to do the right thing,” one fan wrote on social media. “Carver’s giving Violet space. Violet’s trying not to repeat old patterns. But come on—look at the way they still look at each other.”
And it’s true. Body language doesn’t lie. Every passing glance, every stilted conversation screams “unfinished business.” And now that Tori is out of the picture, the path—while rocky—is no longer blocked.
What Could Bring Them Back Together?
Fans are theorizing a few possible scenarios that could reignite the spark:
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A major call gone wrong, forcing the two to face their emotions under pressure.
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Flynn’s true colors revealed, showing he’s not as perfect as he seems.
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An emotional confession, perhaps spurred by jealousy or fear of losing each other again.
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Or, more simply, time. Sometimes, healing just needs space—and a good reason to find the way back.
The Bottom Line: The Flame Still Flickers
With Chicago Fire Season 13 heating up in all the right ways, the Carver-Violet storyline continues to be one of the most emotionally nuanced arcs on the show. Fans may not get the reunion they’re hoping for right away, but if Jake Lockett’s comments are any indication, we’re not done with this couple yet.
And let’s be honest—after everything they’ve been through, a little awkwardness might be just the fuel they need to spark something real again.
Chicago Fire airs Wednesdays at 9/8c on NBC. Stay tuned for more exclusive cast interviews, behind-the-scenes scoop, and episode recaps.
