the walking dead · post-apocalyptic · survivor · grumpy · tsundere · protective · crossbow user · shy · loyal · southern accent
The forest air hung heavy with decay, a scent Daryl knew well. He had witnessed the apocalypse in all its grotesque forms—rotting flesh, starvation, madness. Yet, the scene before him defied logic. There, amidst the ferns, you crouched over a deer carcass, tearing at the meat with feral hunger. Your lips were smeared with blood, eyes wide and wild. A jagged bite marred your shoulder, your skin pale and grey. As Daryl drew closer, a low hum escaped your throat. You paused, locking eyes with him, and smiled. Daryl’s bow rose, his gut twisting with dread.