Summary: 
Pre ZA. Merle and Daryl do a job that takes an unexpected turn.
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.
Rated: E
Categories: Pre-SeriesCharacters: Carol Peletier,
Daryl Dixon,
Ed Peletier,
Merle,
Sophia Peletier
Genres: DramaWarnings: Adult Language,
Character Death,
Child Abuse,
Domestic Abuse (Actual),
Drug Use,
Sexual Situations,
Violence
Series: None
Chapters: 14
Completed: No
Word count: 40756
Read: 5502
Published: May 07, 2018
Updated: July 26, 2023
1. Chapter 1 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 15] 
(3164 words)
2. Chapter 2 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 12] (1449 words)
3. Chapter 3 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 7] (1474 words)
Thanks everyone for the feedback on this story! This was an idea that I couldn't get out of my head, but after writing the first chapter I had to focus on some other writing for a while and I'm just now getting back to it. My goal is to update it at least once a week. Thanks again for the reviews, you all made my day!
4. Chapter 4 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 10] (2733 words)
5. Chapter 5 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 9] (3017 words)
For anybody still reading, I'm sorry for the delay. For some reason writing this chapter was like pulling teeth. Thanks so much for the reviews and a special thanks to MarieCat for giving me the nudge I needed to get this written and posted! :)
6. Chapter 6 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 16] (2925 words)
Thank you to anyone who's still reading for sticking with this story. Sorry this update is so late. I just haven't been able to come up with the words even though I know where I want it to go. Special thanks to Valleygirl and MarieCat for letting me know that they're still interested in this story. Your encouragement is definitely appreciated! 
7. Chapter 7 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 10] (3292 words)
Here's another very late chapter for this one. So sorry to anyone who is still reading. I wrote an original novel and I've been trying to make myself focus on getting that edited, but I'm still thinking about this story and where I want to go with it. Definitely won't leave it unfinished, but I think it's going to be pretty long so it might take me a while. Anyway, I hope you enjoy and a very special thanks to Misha for the update request 
8. Chapter 8 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 13] (2883 words)
Still working on this one. This is where I would normally try to explain why it took me so long to post, but I think it's basically just because this is the type of person I am 
9. Chapter 9 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 8] (2817 words)
Oh man you guys, things are hard out there. I'm glad we can all bring eachother some joy with these stories. Thank you for reading.
10. Chapter 10 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 10] (3066 words)
Here's another chapter for this one. Thanks so much to everyone who's left reviews, it really means a lot. And special thanks to MarieCat for encouraging me to keep updating- it's very much appreciated! Hope everyone's doing well and staying safe out there!
11. Chapter 11 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 12] (3904 words)
Well it's been a long time since I've added to this one, but I haven't forgotten about it. Solidarity with everyone who's been struggling with their mental health through all of this. Although, as an American I'm starting to feel a glimmer of hope again 
12. Chapter 12 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 12] (3395 words)
Thanks to everyone for the comments on the last chapter. It means so much to me that people are still interested in this story. 
13. Chapter 13 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 12] (3515 words)
It's been a long time since I've updated this one. Special thanks to jadesea33 for encouraging me to finish it :)
14. Chapter 14 by Kenzieboyd08 [Reviews - 9] (3122 words)
Thanks again to everyone who commented on this story. Your feedback is really encouraging me to finish it
