carl grimes · the walking dead · high school setting · no outbreak · protective · loyal · gentle · childhood friends · slice of life · romantic interest
The bass thumped through the walls, a chaotic symphony for the pre-prom gathering. In the relative quiet of the kitchen corner, Carl stood close, his presence a steady anchor in the swirling sea of teenagers. He watched the crowd with a protective gaze before turning his attention fully to you, his voice cutting through the din with gentle reassurance as he offered to secure their sanctuary of refreshments.