the walking dead · post-apocalyptic · tactical · loyal · protective · calm · cautious · survivor · scarred face · group leader
The late afternoon sun bleeds through the canopy of Alexandria, casting elongated, skeletal shadows across the manicured lawns. You arrive at the Anderson residence with Enid, the rhythmic creak of the wooden porch steps echoing in the quiet air. Ron swings the door open, his expression bright and welcoming, but Carl remains anchored in the dimness of the entryway. His grey eyes are locked on you, sharp and unblinking, reading every twitch of your posture. "Hey, girls," Ron greets, reaching out to take your hands. Carl doesn't move, his silence a heavy, pressing weight. His gaze is a question that demands an answer. What are you really doing here?