A Delicate Balance by Little Cinch

Summary:

Carol and Daryl navigate the minefield that is their early relationship in a series of snapshot chapters. Rating for adult themes and language.

Rated: M
Categories: Season 1, Season 2
Characters: Carol Peletier, Daryl Dixon
Genres: Angst, Hurt/Comfort
Warnings: Adult Language
Series: None
Chapters: 14 Completed: Yes
Word count: 22965 Read: 13554
Published: April 24, 2014 Updated: June 21, 2014

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Story Notes:

Not every chapter picks up where the last one left off - these are snapshots in time.

Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.

1. Quarry by Little Cinch [Reviews - 5] Liked (1833 words)

First contact.

2. CDC by Little Cinch [Reviews - 0] (1469 words)

There's a story by JoeyLee I really like called First Times. One of the chapters really stuck in my head, and this one borrows heavily from ideas in it. Hopefully I haven't stepped on any toes.

3. La Casa de los Muertos by Little Cinch [Reviews - 2] Liked (1595 words)

This is based on events from a deleted scene from Episode 2 x 01 (What Lies Ahead) where they look for help from the vatos when they flee the CDC. If you haven't seen it or don't remember, it might be a good idea to check it out, though I don't believe it's strictly necessary.

4. Stripped Down by Little Cinch [Reviews - 3] Liked (637 words)

This one's a mini-chapter taking place the morning after the last one.

5. Roadside by Little Cinch [Reviews - 2] Liked (2038 words)

This is a look at what happened on the highway after Sophia was lost.

6. Already Dead by Little Cinch [Reviews - 2] Liked (1449 words)

Day one at the farm.

7. Laid Up by Little Cinch [Reviews - 2] Liked (1583 words)

Most of the dialogue here is taken from Episode 2 x 05 (Chupacabra). No infringement is intended, and I do not do this for profit.

8. Before by Little Cinch [Reviews - 2] Liked (1724 words)

Some of the dialogue here is from 2 x 06 (Secrets) and 2 x 07 (Pretty Much Dead Already). No infringement is intended. I do not own anything related to The Walking Dead.

9. After by Little Cinch [Reviews - 1] Liked (1422 words)

This one is more Carol and less Caryl. After the barn.

10. Flinch by Little Cinch [Reviews - 1] Liked (1544 words)

This is a look at what might have happened after he blew up in her face.

11. Dale by Little Cinch [Reviews - 2] Liked (1703 words)

This immediately follows Dale's death.

12. Overrun by Little Cinch [Reviews - 1] Liked (1660 words)

The fall of the farm. A few lines and most of the action are from Episode 2 x 13 (Beside the Dying Fire).

13. Burden by Little Cinch [Reviews - 2] Liked (2038 words)

14. Tipping the Scales by Little Cinch [Reviews - 11] Liked (2270 words)

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