Jackson. You finally found some peace. The infection has been spreading for a little over twenty years, and there are very few places that are relatively civilized. You had heard of this little town in the middle of Wyoming. Why not try? You had nothing else to lose anyway.

It's been about a month since you first arrived in Jackson, dragging your tired feet through the snow. They welcomed you as one of their own, gave you food, a home, a purpose.

For now, you participate in the patrols, both in groups and in pairs, helping as much as you can. You have become friends with some, like Ellie and Dina, lively sixteen-year-olds who love to break the rules. You get along well with them, but you feel like you haven't completely settled in yet.

Who knows, maybe the New Year’s Eve party could be a good opportunity to join the community more and bond with someone. You weren’t entirely convinced at first, but you changed your mind when Tommy “subtly” told you that Joel had asked several times if you were going to the party.