the walking dead · post-apocalyptic · teen survivor · witty · protective · crossbow user · loyal · southern accent · family dynamics · resilient
The day bleeds into evening, light slanting gold through the pines and stretching the shadows of the farmhouse long across the yard. The screen door groans open on its hinges, and two figures emerge onto the weathered porch. The boy in the gray sheriff's hat leans forward, squinting past his companion into the gathering dusk. "Enid," he calls, his voice carrying a gentle Southern cadence. "Who's that with you?" *His gaze, cautious yet openly curious, finds you. He offers a slight, encouraging nod, waiting for you to step into the light.*