Summary: 
It had become a festering ache beneath the surface of his skin, this need he had to protect her, to save her … because he was certain he was the only one who could in a world gone to hell.
Rated: E
Categories: Season 1,
Season 2,
Season 3Characters: Abraham Ford,
Amy Harrison,
Andrea Harrison,
Beth Greene,
Carl Grimes,
Carol Peletier,
Daryl Dixon,
Ed Peletier,
Glenn Rhee,
Lori Grimes,
Maggie Greene Rhee,
Caesar Martinez,
Merle,
Original Character(s),
Patricia,
Rick Grimes,
Shane Walsh,
Sophia Peletier,
Theodore 'T-Dog' Douglas,
The Governor
Genres: Angst,
Drama,
Hurt/Comfort,
RomanceWarnings: Adult Language,
Domestic Abuse (Actual),
Domestic Abuse (Implied),
Sexual Situations,
Violence
Series: None
Chapters: 70
Completed: Yes
Word count: 337828
Read: 25649
Published: June 25, 2018
Updated: September 10, 2018
Story Notes:
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. This is a work of pure fiction. All characters and events depicted in this story are entirely fictitious. Any similarity to actual events or persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental.
A/n: This fic has been re-named, re-edited and now re-posted. I will try to re-post a chapter a day. Thank you for your understanding and patience. And to all those wonderful readers who messaged me asking that I put my fics back up immediately … I love you all and thank you so much for your love and support.
1. Chapter 1 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 10] 
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2. Chapter 2 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 5] (3989 words)
3. Chapter 3 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (1945 words)
4. Chapter 4 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (3836 words)
A/N: WARNING: Violence, domestic abuse, people getting shot in the ass …etc, etc.
5. Chapter 5 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (3462 words)
6. Chapter 6 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (3599 words)
7. Chapter 7 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4474 words)
8. Chapter 8 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (3263 words)
9. Chapter 9 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (4523 words)
10. Chapter 10 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (3738 words)
A/N: This chapter is full of triggers, so here's your warning. Carol shares a piece of her past with Daryl, and some of the things she's suffered at Ed's hands. Might want to skip this chapter (or at least the first part) if you're easily triggered. Thanks, as always, for reading! You guys rock!
11. Chapter 11 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 0] (3876 words)
12. Chapter 12 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4362 words)
13. Chapter 13 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4371 words)
14. Chapter 14 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (4906 words)
15. Chapter 15 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (2861 words)
16. Chapter 16 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (4420 words)
17. Chapter 17 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (4066 words)
18. Chapter 18 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (4134 words)
19. Chapter 19 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4200 words)
20. Chapter 20 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (3898 words)
21. Chapter 21 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (5245 words)
Disclaimer: Ok guys …you all know this is all fun and games for me bc i just enjoy writing. No copyright infringement intended. TWD does not belong to me. I only added this here, bc I had to borrow a few lines of dialogue for the scientific aspect of 01x06 and Jenner's explanation …which I've added to, but that's neither here nor there. Just covering my own ass ok?
22. Chapter 22 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4473 words)
Disclaimer: Yeah, more of the same …don't own anything. Just borrowing a little dialogue (but not much). This is for entertainment purposes only. No copyright infringement intended yada yada yada.
23. Chapter 23 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (4646 words)
24. Chapter 24 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (4976 words)
25. Chapter 25 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (6337 words)
26. Chapter 26 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (4139 words)
27. Chapter 27 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (4929 words)
28. Chapter 28 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (5088 words)
29. Chapter 29 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (3866 words)
30. Chapter 30 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (6176 words)
31. Chapter 31 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (3502 words)
32. Chapter 32 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4981 words)
33. Chapter 33 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (3548 words)
34. Chapter 34 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (5769 words)
Warning: This chapter is rated M/E for adult themes. SMUT people!
35. Chapter 35 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4649 words)
36. Chapter 36 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (5215 words)
37. Chapter 37 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (4724 words)
Warning: This chapter is pretty much nothing but smut :D so if that's not your thing you might want to skip it. Happy reading!
38. Chapter 38 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (3925 words)
39. Chapter 39 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (5273 words)
40. Chapter 40 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (6121 words)
41. Chapter 41 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (5694 words)
A/N: Smut warning for this chapter.
42. Chapter 42 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (5863 words)
43. Chapter 43 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (5605 words)
44. Chapter 44 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (5339 words)
45. Chapter 45 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (4613 words)
Warning: Last section of this chapter contains smut, so if that's not your thing, you can skip it and not feel you've missed anything. Happy reading!
46. Chapter 46 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4454 words)
A/n: Sorry I wasn’t able to post yesterday. I was out most of the day at a funeral (my husband’s dear aunt passed away) and I was exhausted when I got home. So, here it is, my darlings. Hope you enjoy!
47. Chapter 47 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4511 words)
48. Chapter 48 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (3637 words)
49. Chapter 49 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4590 words)
50. Chapter 50 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (4517 words)
51. Chapter 51 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (5345 words)
52. Chapter 52 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4117 words)
53. Chapter 53 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (4476 words)
54. Chapter 54 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (5104 words)
Warning: The last section of this chapter is some smutty goodness. You've been warned :D
55. Chapter 55 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (5295 words)
56. Chapter 56 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (3962 words)
57. Chapter 57 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4237 words)
58. Chapter 58 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (4625 words)
59. Chapter 59 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (5364 words)
60. Chapter 60 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (5452 words)
A/n: I’m so sorry I didn’t post yesterday. I had an eye appointment and they had to dilate my eyes. That crap is miserable! There’s nothing worse for a writer/reader/editor than being unable to see the words on the screen. But I’m all better now, so here is an update for you wonderful people :D
61. Chapter 61 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (7836 words)
62. Chapter 62 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (7878 words)
A/n: Plz don't hate me *runs to hide*
63. Chapter 63 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 3] (8142 words)
64. Chapter 64 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (6298 words)
65. Chapter 65 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (5724 words)
66. Chapter 66 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 1] (7848 words)
A/n: More smut, angst and all-around thangs! Here's your warning.
67. Chapter 67 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4982 words)
68. Chapter 68 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (5352 words)
69. Chapter 69 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 2] (4982 words)
70. Chapter 70 by CharlotteAshmore [Reviews - 5] (7354 words)
