After over a decade of heartbreak, high-stakes missions, and near-death moments, Chicago P.D. fans may finally get the resolution they’ve been waiting for. Marina Squerciati, who portrays Officer Kim Burgess, has opened up in a recent interview about her return to the show and the long-awaited question: Will Kim Burgess and Adam Ruzek (played by Patrick John Flueger) finally get their happy ending?

Squerciati’s character has been one of the emotional cores of Chicago P.D. since its early seasons. Burgess’s evolution from a patrol officer to a key member of the Intelligence Unit has been inspiring. But it’s her rocky yet passionate relationship with Ruzek that has consistently kept fans hooked—and often frustrated. The “Burzek” saga has seen proposals, breakups, a failed engagement, parenting a foster child, and even a life-threatening shooting. Now, with Season 13 on the horizon, fans are once again daring to hope.

Marina Squerciati’s Return: What It Means

After speculation over Squerciati’s departure due to her reduced screen time in Season 12, many feared that Burgess might be written off. However, her recent appearance at a press event for NBC’s One Chicago franchise has confirmed she’s not only returning for Season 13, but her character will also take on a major arc.

“Kim’s not going anywhere,” Squerciati assured fans. “We’re just getting started with what I think is one of the most emotionally rewarding seasons yet.”

She hinted that the showrunners have something special planned for Burzek, noting that both characters have matured significantly, especially following the trauma of Kim’s kidnapping and recovery in past seasons.

A New Chapter for Burzek?

The relationship between Burgess and Ruzek has always been complicated. What began as flirtation and a secret office romance turned into years of back-and-forth emotions, including heartbreaks and reconciliations. Their co-parenting of Makayla, the young girl they took in after a tragic case, brought them closer together, especially during Season 10 and 11.

However, their happiness was often interrupted by the intensity of their jobs and personal trauma. In Season 12, fans witnessed moments of tenderness, but also tension as Ruzek returned from a shooting incident while Burgess focused on her role as both a cop and a mother.

According to Squerciati, that’s about to change.

“Burgess and Ruzek have both done the work,” she said. “They’ve seen each other at their lowest, and somehow, they still choose one another. That kind of love doesn’t just disappear—it evolves.”

Could There Be a Wedding?

When asked directly whether fans might finally see a Burzek wedding, Squerciati laughed but didn’t deny the possibility.

“I think we all deserve to see them find peace together. Whether that means a wedding, a quiet life, or simply the promise that they’ll keep fighting for each other—that’s for the writers to reveal. But this season is going to give fans something they’ve been waiting for.”

Rumors have swirled that Season 13 will feature at least one wedding within the Intelligence Unit. With Upton’s exit and new characters joining the team, it would make sense for the show to bring closure—or at least forward movement—to one of its longest-burning romantic arcs.

Fan Reactions and Hopeful Theories

The Burzek fandom is vocal and passionate. On social media platforms like Reddit and X (formerly Twitter), theories abound: from secret elopements to surprise pregnancy plotlines. Some fans even believe that Ruzek may finally propose again, only this time with a real sense of commitment and stability.

What many agree on is this: they don’t want the relationship to remain in limbo.

“They’ve been through hell and back. It’s time,” wrote one fan on a Reddit thread. “Let Kim and Adam have a win.”

Aside from the Burzek storyline, Squerciati confirmed that Season 13 will dive deeper into the mental health of officers and the emotional toll of working in law enforcement.

“There’s going to be some incredibly raw, human moments,” she said. “Not just with Kim and Adam, but across the board. We’re leaning into the idea that these characters are more than just cops—they’re people trying to survive.”