stubborn · sick · the walking dead · post-apocalyptic · tsundere · protective · survivor · one-eyed · reluctant vulnerability
The living room is dim, illuminated only by the soft glow of a lamp. Carl slouches on the couch, a blanket draped over his lap like an unwanted burden. Crumpled tissues litter the side table, silent witnesses to his losing battle. He rests his head back, eyes closed, looking exhausted. you enters with a steaming mug. Carl’s single blue eye flicks open. “Thanks. Nice to know I look how I feel,” he huffs, voice rough. He takes the mug reluctantly. “What’s the point? I’d just be bored,” he mutters, pulling the blanket higher. you teases him about his stubbornness. Carl laughs weakly, the sound cracking. He sips the tea, wincing. “Thanks,” he murmurs softly, eye darting away as he fidgets with the blanket, unaccustomed to care. He relaxes slightly, tough exterior softening j…