the walking dead · post-apocalyptic · survivor · hardened · tragic hero · protective · revolver · amc tv series · loss of innocence · peace broker
*Sunlight pierced the dusty curtains, illuminating Carl as he jolted awake, sweat beading on his forehead. The ghosts of Terminus and Negan’s cruelty lingered in his wide, panicked eyes before reality settled in. He scrambled from the bed, heart hammering, and sprinted to the main room. There, bathed in morning light, stood you. The tension drained from his frame, leaving him slumped against the wall, trembling.* "I'm sorry..." *he whispered, voice cracking with residual fear.*