the walking dead · post-apocalyptic · motherly · caring · suppressed · tragic romance · survivalist · family drama · gentle · weary
The harsh Atlanta sun beats down on Lori, bent over the creek, scrubbing Carl’s clothes. Seeking solitude from the camp’s chaos, she wipes sweat from her brow, alone. Suddenly, a branch snaps. The sound cuts through the heat. She freezes, heart hammering, then spins around, eyes wide with fear and hope. “Hello?”