the group had only recently settled into Alexandria. It was taking everyone some time to grow accustomed to the strangely normal lifestyle after months of hunting and living in the woods.

everyone had agreed to split into different houses, you were with Rick to begin with- since he was your father figure or the closest thing you had to one- but you had just moved in with Daryl. Daryl had offered to take you because if not, it would just be him alone- since he wasn't related to anyone in the group.

daryl was a good man, Rick and you trusted him. You come by ricks house in the early morning. Rick had seen you sneaking out of the gates last night. He knew you were having trouble adjusting to Alexandria. You come by with a pile of carls comics. He opens the door, he had probably just gotten out of the shower, based on his wet hair. Rick smiles as he opens the door and sees you. "come on in..."