Thread: It Could Be Worse [Lewd Misconduct and randomname98766789]

Lewd Misconduct said The respect and loyalty Daryl had towards his group was reassuring to her. Nora wanted to believe what he said was true and she knew regardless, she was still useful to them for the time being. At the heart of it all, she just couldnt understand why Daryl wanted her to stay, why he accepted a stranger so easily. Unfortunately, shed have to wait until tomorrow to figure out the reality of her situation. Darryl stood as their conversation came to an end and she offered her gratitude once more. Whatever happens, Im just glad you found me. The food he offered came as a surprise but she easily accepted it, glad to have something other than the chips and peas shed been eating. While she was curious about the meat, she found she didnt really care since her body craved the protein. After finishing her meal she settled down in Daryls sleeping bag since hed ignored her offer to sleep without it. It took a while for her to find a position comfortable enough to allow her to sleep and even then her mind was still processing everything that happened. In an effort to relax she tried to focus on the sounds of the forest, the crickets, the feel of being mildly warm for the first time in a while. There were probably walkers nearby, they were never too far away, but their absence now made her feel a little peace as sleep finally overcame her. Nora. The feel of someone tapping their fingers on her back brought a frown to her face as she slowly opened her bleary eyes and turned over to see the small blonde girl kneeling in front of her with a small smile. She cleared her throat but didnt say anything as she tried to sit up. God everything hurts. She grimaced at the cramping in her stomach and the stiffness in her back. Im sorry to wake you up, but we have some things to do before it gets dark and could use an extra set of hands if youre feeling up for it. After another second the girl held out her hand. Im Beth, Hershels daughter. Nodding, she took clasped on to the girls hand, noting that they were softer than her own. Shed been too much of a tomboy as she kid and it had some lasting effects no matter how much lotion and exfoliating she did back before everything went to shit. Nice to meet you. Standing up, she tried to assess just how much she could move. The first few hours would suck but shed be fine. If you can make do with one hand then were golden. Smiling Beth led her over to two other women who were introduced as Maggie and Lori. The short brunette seemed friendly enough, it was clear they shared their fathers warmth. Lori was polite enough but didnt seem like she was willing to share anything other than her name. Nora chose not to read too much into it. She didnt assume everyone would like her off the bat and beyond the medical supplies and clothes shed brought, she hadnt done much to prove herself. They gave her what chores she could handle and the work helped loosen her muscles up a bit. She was introduced to Glenn and T-Dog as the day passed and had a moment to speak with Rick, which was stressful to say the least. He told her about their plans to get to the prison, but also his care about his group remaining safe, and made it clear that anyone who jeopardized their lives would have theirs by the end of the night. Well I hope it never has to come to that then. Nora didnt take being threatened very well, especially when shed done nothing to deserve it, but she knew not to push buttons. She was a stranger, and armed with knives and makeshift weapons no one was really harmless these days. Her eyes focused on the movement behind Rick as she recognized Daryls familiar frame coming back to the camp. She frowned when she saw the rabbit and what looked like a squirrel. Rick turned to see what held her attention before heading over to him, T-Dog and the couple not too far behind. Looks like well be eating soon. Noras eyes narrowed as she turned to Beth, the reality of what she was saying finally sinking in. Youre telling me I ate squirrel last night? The lack of emotion in her voice didnt do much to hide the disgust reflecting in her eyes and Beth laughed. I think its better if I dont tell you. It didnt taste bad did it? She shook her head. Then just dont think about it and youll be fine. Shed definitely eaten squirrel last night. Roast beef, chicken, bacon it was all too good for this world. Beth bit her lip to keep the laughter in but Nora still saw her amusement. Hmm laugh all you want, thats why Im not sharing my last bag of skittles with you. Beths gasp of horror brought a smile on a smile of her own as the finished up their duties before eating. While others were grabbing cans of chicken of the sea Nora did too, of course, she was in the candy aisle stocking up on family size variety packs of candy and chocolate covered coffee beans. They served her sweet tooth well. By the time they finished, Nora found that the smell of cooked meat overpowered her aversion to the knowledge of what it was and her growling stomach certainly didnt mind. She was glad Daryl decided to sit next to since theyd get to talk a bit. Pursing her lips in though, she shrugged at his question. I feel pretty good considering. I have a lot more energy now that Ive eaten an actual meal. Nodding to Beth she continued on. Blondie here said I looked like death. I think she like teasing strangers a little too much. All teasing aside, the swelling in her face had gone down a lot since she slept on the cold ground and for that she was thankful. Smiling was still too much of a chore and stretching hurt but at least the throbbing pain in her ribs was more of a quiet ache. She and Beth managed to strike up a fast friendship. It was nice to have someone to talk to about things not related to walkers and death. What about you? It seems like hunting the little quitters worked up an appetite. She teased. I heard you might be going ahead of us to the prison? She turned to him a bit more, her eyes searching his face before she spoke her mind, but kept her voice low. I know I have no right to suggest anything, but it seems like sending people out on their own might be more dangerous than its worth. If something happens out there, how will we know? More than walkers live in these woods. We saw that yesterday. Wouldnt it be better for you to go as a group? Nora didnt like the thought of them going off on their own. Yes they had a destination and a plan, but anything could happen and she didnt want Daryl to be a part of that. Click to expand... Daryl was glad that Nora could be feeling a little better. He couldnt imagine how long it had been since she had a rather nice meal. Of course, they really couldnt offer a luxurious, full on meal but it was nice since they had so many contributing to the cause of food. As she spoke about her connection with Beth, he was glad that she was making good friends with someone else in the group as well. Hopefully that connection would help influence her to stay with them. He knew the rest of the group would come around eventually- they always have and they always will. Well, you look better- not to say that you didnt look good even before. He offered with a slight smile, going back to cleaning up one of his arrows. She really was a nice looking woman and Daryl thought she should know. Also, he hoped it would help her recover from her tragic run in with those men the other night. He didnt see her as some sexual object as they did, he saw her as a nice, beautiful woman and that was very rare these days. He laughed at her teasing and simply nodded wordlessly but then looked back into her eyes at her next statement about going on the run to the prison and back. He knew that she had very good and valid arguments about not needing to go alone and that going as a group would be better, but they had a system, basically. With a sigh, he just shrugged before answering. Well, maybe youre right but we have done it this way for a while. I usually go out on my own to search around and Im always alright. Im smart about what I do and I dont ever go that far away. He said softly and gave her a reassuring smile. He thought it was kind of sweet that she was seeming to worry about him going off on his own. Dont preoccupy yourself, itll be fine. He assured her again with that smile. After the meal was over and Daryl had stomped out the fire, he stretched out a bit and took his crossbow. Ill see you in a bit. He told Nora before walking off towards Rick and talking to him for a brief moment before setting off. The prison was about a mile, maybe two miles away now. As one may think that all they needed to do was go right to the prison and take it over and they would be done- that was not the case at all. The horde that ran them off the Greene Family Farm was still behind them and would all eventually close in on the prison and one point in time. To do this effectively, they would basically have to make circuits around for months, trying to clear away all the area before doing too much with the prison. Now Daryl was set out to hike up to the prison to assess the situation. It was about a thirty minute brisk walk, Daryl now having a light sweat over his body when he reached the outside of the prison. On the outside, it was fairly desolate and inactive but inside was a completely different story. Guards and prisoners were all dead and walking around, looking for flesh to eat. Closing in, Daryl took out his knife and entered through the little entrance that himself, Rick, and Glenn had created on their first visit to the prison. It was held together by some wire. After entering, Daryl took out his knife and took down a few walkers near him and worked his way up slowly. Of course, he couldnt clear out the entire place but he got a good look. Once about a dozen were down, he slipped back out before he could get closed in. He would come back tomorrow when the horde was separated a bit and then do the same thing. He closed up the hole in the fence and then started back towards where the group was on the highway. He returned after about an hour and half in total and every one was about to move out and look for a house to stay in for the night and too scavenge for supplies. Daryl returned and greeted everyone with a nod, kneeling down and rolling up his sleeping bag and sliding it in his backpack. He figured to just let Nora have it for good now no matter what but she really had nothing to carry it in so he took it for the time being. As they began walking, the hick and the sheriff assumed the front of the pack as they walked down the highway. A neighbor hood was just down the block and thats where they would start looking. Once to the street, they split up into three groups. Daryl, Rick, and Carl were the first group and everyone else sorted out into fours. The three males had the first three houses on the street. They really didnt find all that much, just a bit of food and water, nothing ridiculous or miraculous. Its really just about what you would expect in the apocalypse. The group of eleven all met up again in the middle. All houses were searched and all walkers were downed in the neighborhood. They then went to the largest house on the street and ran one more sweep over the house and called it their home for the night. It was now later on into the afternoon and it was getting close to time to eat again. In one house, they found things to make sandwiches with if the bread wasnt rotten, but it was, so they would have to settle for that and just some granola bars. Some members gathered around the table and others gathered around the couches and arm chairs and love seats. Daryl took a seat beside his new friend Nora on the couch with his food and bottle of water. Hey, are you holding up okay? he asked, his voice gruff but so caring and considerate all the same. It ha been a busy day and he hadnt got a chance to check up on her and see how she and her injuries were faring.