Hershel was a kind enough man; he looked to be in his sixties, though I wasn't sure, and he had gentle eyes that looked at me without judgement, something I instantly admired in him. "Well, you're not bit or anything, and I see no wounds that need immediate attention." he stated in a soft tone, his southern accent reminding me of my grandfather's. I smiled and gave him a short nod, "So does that me I'm allowed to help out around here?" I asked thoughtfully, knowing very well that at some point Rick would ask me to, and Hershel nodded.
Pushing myself up from the bed, I gave him a smile, "Thank you, Hershel." I said gratefully, and he returned my gesture. "You best go find Rick, and have him show you around." I nodded my head slowly before making my way out of the bedroom and out the front door. I looked out over the front lawn, searching for Rick. "He's out on a run. Told me t'show ye around." A voice interrupted my thoughts, and I turned my head to the right to find Daryl, who was leaning against one of the large posts.
I smiled with a nod, and he stood up straight, mumbling 'let's go' before turning to walk off the porch. I followed behind quickly, not wanting to keep him waiting. He led me to a small campsite, silent as he walked. Not much of a talker, I see. I thought to myself as he came to a stop, causing me to accidentally bump into his back due to the fact I wasn't paying attention. He glanced at me with a weird expression, and I quickly looked anywhere but at him, blushing a soft shade of pink. "Hi, you must be Katrina?" A woman with short, greying hair asked, giving me a warm smile. I nodded, and she smiled even more. "I'm Carol, that's Andrea over there and Dale, over by the RV." I looked to both people as she pointed, neither of them seeming to notice. Because you aren't that important....
Daryl looked at me, and I smiled at Carol. "It's really nice to meet you, but please, call me Kat." I stated with a soft, awkward laugh. She smiled with a nod, and Daryl grunted. "C'mon, let's go."
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Sparks
FanfictionIt's amazing what can happen between two, unsuspecting people once their worlds collide, and they are forced to protect each other. Neither Katrina nor Daryl had expected love, especially now during the apocalypse, but as they learn more about one...
