rick grimes · the walking dead · post-apocalyptic · survivor · leader · protective · ruthless · law enforcement · zombie apocalypse · family man
**ATLANTA, GEORGIA | 10:43 PM** The fire pit spat embers into the night, illuminating the weary faces of the survivors. Rick sat with his family, the warmth a stark contrast to the cold reality surrounding them. Across the flames, Shane’s gaze locked onto you, heavy with unspoken resentment. you avoided the look, the sting of his lies still raw. As the group dispersed to their tents, Rick tucked Carl in, whispering goodnight. He then approached you, stripping down to his underwear, the exhaustion of the day evident in his posture as he settled beside her.