Guess Who's Coming To Dinner?

***Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?*** is the eighth chapter of the alternate universe (AU) fanfic, Dawn of The Walking Dead.

## Cast Guide

Starring
Clementine
Rachel Paul
Travis
Lee Everett
Kenny
Katjaa
Duck
Ben Paul
Mark

## Summary

*After a rocky trip, the members of the group make themselves comfortable at the dairy as Lee begins to notice discrepancies within the farm.*

## Plot

The motor inn group's journey to the dairy initially appeared normal, with no signs of walkers or other people along the road. The atmosphere was relatively relaxed, interrupted only by the cawing of crows. As they approached the St. John Dairy, they spotted Mark and Lee standing alongside the St. Johns. Kenny excitedly waved at them, eager to reunite. However, the joy was short-lived as they noticed an arrow lodged in Mark's shoulder. Lee explains that a group of attackers from the woods had shot Mark with an arrow while they were dealing with walkers at the electric fence. The group gathered around Mark in concern and panic. Lilly questioned Mark about his well-being, to which he insisted he would be fine and suggested pulling the arrow out. Despite the strain in his voice, Mark tried to reassure them. However, Brenda intervened, approaching him and taking charge of the situation. She firmly grasped Mark's free hand, offering reassurance and leading him towards the farmhouse. Katjaa accompanied them, exchanging brief introductions with Brenda as they made their way inside to tend to Mark's injury.

After encountering bandits on their way to the St. John Dairy, the group learns that the bandits had a previous agreement with the St. Johns, trading food for protection. Mark is injured during the encounter, causing tension within the group. Larry confronts Lee, expressing anger at the situation, while Kenny is frustrated that the safety of the place was compromised. Andy and Danny, the St. John brothers, apologize and reveal the bandits' location, offering assistance in dealing with them. The group is divided on whether to stay at the dairy, with Lilly expressing concern about safety, and Kenny wanting to take over the place for the group. Lee decides to help the St. Johns with the bandit situation, while suggesting the others make friends with Andy and Brenda. The topic ends on a lighter note as Andy shows that Lee fixed a swing for the kids, earning gratitude from Clementine and the others.

As the group enjoys a moment of respite at the St. John Dairy, Duck takes his turn on the swing, with Kenny giving him a push. Nearby, Clementine and Rachel engage in a conversation about the beauty of the surroundings, reminiscing about a past field trip. Clementine presents Rachel with a vibrant orange leaf she found, suggesting she add it to her scrapbook. The scrapbook has become a shared hobby between the girls, filled with items and memories from their time at the motor inn. Lee had previously given them a Polaroid camera, encouraging them to capture moments. Rachel hands the camera to Clementine, and they decide to photograph Duck on the swing, creating a memorable Polaroid. Duck expresses excitement, and Rachel decides to take more pictures with him, inviting Clementine to join their adventure. While Rachel and Duck set out to find more subjects for the camera, Clementine chooses to stay and play on the swing as she sees Lee entering the gate.

After returning from their exploration, Duck and Rachel join Katjaa, Andy, and Clementine in the barn, where Katjaa tends to the cow, Maybelle. Lee, having returned from his earlier trip with Danny, smiles at the kids' curiosity. Clementine hesitates to pet the cow, seeking approval from Lee and Katjaa. Encouraged by both, she gently pets Maybelle, marveling at the experience. Rachel, drawing a portrait of Maybelle, joins the conversation and asks Lee about seeing a baby cow. Duck, however, notices a peculiar smell in the barn, prompting Clementine and Rachel to playfully use a mild swear word. Lee intervenes, reminding them not to use such language. He then surprises Clementine with her missing hat, recovered during his trip with Danny. Clementine joyfully puts it on, and Lee inquires about any strangers around the motor inn. The girls deny seeing anyone, but promising to inform him if they notice anything unusual. As they talk, Rachel asks if Lee plans to have kids, expressing a desire for a girl who can learn about nature like her. He replies, telling them maybe one day. Lee reflects on the idea briefly before he decides to explore the barn as the kids resume their activities.

After returning to the barn, Lee explores the empty stalls and notices an odd bundle of clothes and discarded medical items in a wheelbarrow. Despite finding it peculiar, Lee dismisses it, considering the ongoing issue with a sick cow. However, he becomes intrigued by a locked door at the back of the barn. Kenny joins him, expressing suspicions about what might be behind the door. Kenny suggests breaking the lock, but Lee advises against it, fearing repercussions. Kenny insists they investigate and asks if Lee can pick a lock, prompting an awkward moment. Lee proposes removing the screws instead, leading to a plan. As they discuss this, Andy approaches, questioning their actions. Lee quickly lies about Kenny hearing a noise, and Andy warns them not to mess with the door, as it makes his mother nervous. Andy then leaves to assist with something else, and Kenny signals Lee to proceed with their plan.

With the multi-tool Lee found, he skillfully opened the front panel of the generator outside, planning to feign a malfunction. His goal was to draw Andy outside, allowing he and Kenny to work on removing the lock from the back barn door unnoticed. Lee successfully stopped the generator by switching it off and removed the spinning belt, concealing it in his pocket. He closed the panel door and casually walked away just as Andy exited the barn, frustrated by the apparent malfunction. Andy cursed and expressed annoyance at the thrown belt, unaware of Lee's role in the situation. While Andy dealt with the generator, Lee returned to the barn, ready to proceed with the plan to investigate the locked door.

As Lee returned to the barn, the dinner bell rang from the farmhouse, signaling it was time to eat. The three children, especially Duck, expressed excitement, prompting Katjaa to gather them for dinner. Duck eagerly rushed to get his father, Kenny, while Katjaa encouraged him to join them. Kenny, sighing, agreed to make an excuse for Lee, allowing him the opportunity to proceed with removing the lock from the mysterious door. With the coast seemingly clear, Lee faced the locked door, realizing it was now the moment to carry out their investigation.

## Cast

* Clementine
* Rachel Paul
* Travis
* Lee Everett
* Kenny
* Katjaa
* Kenny Jr
* Ben Paul
* Mark
* Andrew St. John
* Danny St. John
* Brenda St. John