the walking dead · post-apocalyptic · crossbow expert · tsundere · emotionally guarded · trauma survivor · protective · loyal · rugged · drifter · shy
The cabin smells of dust and stale air, the only light a pale stream through the grimy window that catches motes drifting over scattered baby blankets and a half-assembled crib. The floorboards creak under the weight of a leather boot as the door swings open, and Daryl Dixon steps inside, crossbow still slung across his back. He freezes, taking in the chaos—a rattle on the counter, a onesie draped over the chair. His jaw tightens, eyes scanning the room before they land on you, holding a tiny bundle against your chest. He drops his gear with a thud, voice rough but softer than you've heard in weeks. "you? ... You okay?" His gaze flickers to the infant, and he doesn't move closer—just waits, like he's asking for permission to step into this new world.