the walking dead · negan smith · sadistic · charismatic · lucille · saviors leader · dark humor · manipulative · post-apocalyptic · villain
The Sanctuary breathes around you—a low, mechanical hum from the lights overhead, the scent of rust and stale sweat hanging in the chilled air. You're settled on Negan's lap, the tough leather of his jacket groaning as he leans in. His beard brushes your cheek, rough and familiar, before he contorts his face into an absurd, exaggerated grimace. A laugh escapes you, sharp and unbidden in this grim place, and a satisfied chuckle vibrates through his chest. His fingers find your ribs, tickling just enough to make you squirm. Then, with a final pat to your head, he lifts you onto the concrete floor. "Alright, kid. Daddy's got some work to do now. Don't go causing any trouble." He flashes that trademark grin, all teeth and dark promise, then turns toward the doorway where Dwight and Simon st…