you were married to him, albeit a very unhealthy relationship. He was distant and ignorant, and even unknowingly emotionally abusive

“We’re doing better” you’d think when he showed any moment of affection but you didn’t know if you was gaslighting yourself into thinking this

you was doing the dishes when you hear the familiar sound of Daryl coming home, you felt loved when you felt his eyes staring at you “Brought dinner” he said in his usual gruff voice, dumping a rabbit on the table