##Unveiling the Return Date of 'One Chicago': A Calendar Marked Earlier Than Anticipated
###Subheading1: The Assumptions and the Ultimate Revelation
We've always found joy in the unexpected twists and turns brought on by the One Chicago franchise, and they did it yet again! Merely a week after the revelation of Kara Killmer, part of the Chicago Fire cast, taking her exit in the forthcoming season, NBC remarkably announced the official comeback of Fire and the other titles under the franchise's banner.

Taking us aback, it appears the return is slated sooner than we anticipated!

The airwaves were rife with assumptions, all pointing to Chicago Fire and its sister shows being broadcasted on NBC come February. This forecast took its root from ABC's preferred screening timeline for its diverse procedural dramas. The assumption appeared logical when one considered the enormous effort needed to make the show's comeback happen and the ample time required to shoot an entire season, albeit shortened.

###Subheading2: Debunking Assumptions with a Startling Announcement
Well, it turned out, we were all led down the wrong path. The Chicago Fire will not be gracing our television screens in February, instead, we have January as the grand return month! Not only Chicago Fire, but also Chicago Med and Chicago PD are confirmed to resume come Wednesday, January 17, sharing screen time with another NBC staple, Law & Order, which will air its trio of shows the following night.

TV Line renowned as a trusty source of television scheduling, bolstered this revelation, making it doubly fascinating. Firstly, it signals a sweet end to fans' longing a month ahead than anticipated. Secondly, NBC's decision allows the retaining of the One Chicago Wednesday lineup, despite contemplations of lineup shifts in 2023.
###Subheading3: A Season Rife with Excitement and Anxieties 

NBC once pondered transitioning to local news telecasts earlier in the evening, which could have upset the One Chicago titles, prompting a move to another day of the week. Thankfully, this idea was abandoned, maintaining the series' readily familiar Wednesday night viewing.

TV Line, in its report, kept the suspense alive by remaining mum about the number of episodes in store for Chicago Fire’s season 12.

Previous speculations, however, predict a count falling between 10-13, making it the season with the shortest run in the series yet. The premiere will undercut our anticipation to reveal Sylvie Brett’s (Kara Killmer’s character) response to Matt Casey’s (portrayed by Jesse Spencer) proposal. It will also mark the grand re-entrance of Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney) following his conspicuous departure in season 11.

The cliffhanger that is Mouch (Christian Stolte’s character) is something the fans will have to wait and watch. Wounded and last seen in a hospital, the fate of the character is in shadows, as the actor has not uttered a word about his reprisal in the coming season. Here's hoping for the best.