&& Daryl.

The Walking Dead; Forget

In a way Rick knew Daryl was right, they did need him. Carl, Judith, and the others, but HE needed Daryl. He couldn't allow him to be reckless, just to keep him safe. He knew Daryl still wasn't use to this kind of care and love. He knew the man had only ever known being used. Rick hated that for him.

Words lodged in his throat, an almost choked sound escaping him. Emotions he wasn't used to feeling.

"I guess you make a pretty good point... can't have Lil ass kicker going without learning to hunt." He allowed, the faintest glimmer of humor in his tone. A hand reached out, gently resting on Rick's shoulder before he spoke again.

"Where's everyone going? Bingo?"

"Perhaps you are disillusioned with overconfidence?"

"I really don't give a damn. Rain or shine, you're going down."

"Heh, women."

"Guess that's a locals way of breaking the ice."

"Better try a new trick, cause that one's getting old."

"No thanks, bro."

"You may be able to prolong your life, but it's not like you can escape your inevitable death, is it?

"Can't remember the name huh? A senior moment perhaps?"

"It's not just about shooting, you'll know what I'm talking about."

"What is it that you fight for, comrade?"

"Did you send those invitations?... I told you no more than fifty people!"

"Writhe in my cage of torment, my friend."

"If you even scratch her, I'll break your bones."

"You don't seriously think a conservative mind can chart a new course for the world, do you?"

"What're ya buying?"

You carry the same blood as us, it seems.

"Sorry, but following a ladies lead just isn't my style."

Just remember if you become unpleasant to our eyes, you'll face severe consequences.

"If you don't need me, then get off my back, old man!"

"I knew you'd be fine if you landed on your butt."

"Okay, I have only one, very important question: You got a smoke?"

"So, ehm, after you take me back to my place, how about we do some overtime?"

"Need a ride handsome?"

"Sorry I couldn't get in touch. I was a bit tied up."

"I don't remember being a part of your crappy script."

"Thanks. That should keep my company. Cuz boredom kills me."

"What, you supposed to be a cop or something?"

"What did you do to her?"

"I came here looking for this girl. You seen her?"

"Perhaps you'd like to introduce yourself first, before asking someone his name?"

"If you’re looking for fire power, you’ve come to the right place."

"Are you trying to kill me?"

"Believe it or not it takes quite a lot of money, to keep this 'church' up and running."

"This may come as a surprise.. but I am only [number] years old."

"WITNESS THE POWER!"

"Great, a chainsaw…"

“Bit of advice: try using knives next time. Works better for close encounters.”

"Hey! It's that dog!"

"I used to be a cop. Only for a day though."

SENDER forces RECEIVER to keep moving despite exhaustion.

SENDER lifts RECEIVER over an obstacle they can't clear alone.

OUR MUSES get separated briefly and panic sets in.

OUR MUSES light a fire for warmth using scavenged materials.

OUR MUSES wade through floodwater, gripping each other for balance.

OUR MUSES emerge into daylight to see how much the world has changed.

SENDER blocks RECEIVER from seeing something horrifying.

OUR MUSES take turns standing watch through the night.

OUR MUSES navigate by landmarks that no longer exist.

SENDER covers RECEIVER'S mouth to keep them quiet.

SENDER confesses fear to RECEIVER in a rare quiet moment.

OUR MUSES shelter in a vehicle that may not hold.

SENDER gives up their share of medicine for RECEIVER.

SENDER promises RECEIVER they'll get through this together.

OUR MUSES climb to higher ground as water rises.

SENDER wakes RECEIVER just in time to avoid danger.

SENDER helps RECEIVER wash ash or grime from their face.

OUR MUSES mourn someone they couldn't save.

SENDER collapses and RECEIVER helps them back up.

OUR MUSES cling to each other as the ground shakes.

OUR MUSES listen to emergency broadcasts on a dying radio.

OUR MUSES sneak through an area crawling with danger.

OUR MUSES share the last dry blanket between them.

OUR MUSES shelter together as debris batters the structure around them.

OUR MUSES argue quietly over whether to leave shelter or stay.

SENDER gives RECEIVER the last flashlight battery.

SENDER shares a memory with RECEIVER to distract from fear.

SENDER gives RECEIVER their coat despite the cold.

OUR MUSES break into an abandoned building looking for supplies.

OUR MUSES follow a map they don't fully trust.

SENDER scouts ahead while RECEIVER waits, terrified and alone.

OUR MUSES hold onto each other in complete darkness.

OUR MUSES move through ruins that were once familiar.

OUR MUSES barricade a door as something pounds on the other side.

SENDER cleans blood from RECEIVER'S hands, steady and careful.

SENDER hands RECEIVER a weapon.

OUR MUSES share whispered plans over a flickering flashlight.

OUR MUSES hide in silence, listening for signs they've been found.

OUR MUSES ration food between them, unsure when help will come.

OUR MUSES wait out the storm in a cramped, unsafe space.

SENDER teaches RECEIVER how to start a fire without matches.

SENDER teaches RECEIVER how to use a weapon they've never used before.

SENDER drags RECEIVER out of a wrecked vehicle.

SENDER reassures RECEIVER during a panic attack.

SENDER carries RECEIVER when they can no longer walk.

OUR MUSES share a silent moment of relief after surviving something close.

OUR MUSES watch the skyline burn or collapse from a distance.

SENDER makes a hard call that puts them both at risk.

SENDER helps RECEIVER breathe through shock.

SENDER pulls glass from RECEIVER'S skin carefully.

SENDER pulls RECEIVER into cover just as something explodes nearby.

SENDER refuses to leave RECEIVER behind.

OUR MUSES wait for rescue that may never come.

SENDER struggles to pull RECEIVER back from a collapsing ledge.

OUR MUSES wait out danger inches apart, barely breathing.

if you are sending to a multi-muse, remember to specify the muse that the sentence starters are being sent for .

fluff

“ [Name], will you marry me? ”

“ I take you to be my lawfully wedded husband / wife. ”

“ Happy anniversary, my love. ”

“ Can you believe it’s been a year already? ”

“ I made us some dinner. It should be edible. ”

“ I still get butterflies when I look at our rings. ”

“ I’m proud of the life we’ve built together. ”

“ We really need a bigger couch if we’re going to keep cuddling like this. ”

“ You know I’m legally obligated to steal your fries now, right? ”

“ I married you, not your terrible taste in movies. ”

“ I love you, but if you snore like that again, I’m filing a complaint. ”

suggestive

“ Are we arguing or flirting right now? I can’t tell. ”

“ Close the door. I need my husband / wife to myself. ”

“ You still make my heart race like we just met. ”

“ I love how you still look at me like that. ”

“ Remind me why I fell in love with you - slowly. ”

“ If you keep looking at me like that, I’m not doing the dishes. ”

pregnancy

“ What do you think about us having kids? ”

“ I'd love to have kids with you. ”

“ I don't know how I feel about having kids… What if I do something wrong? ”

“ What if I'm a horrible mother / father? ”

“ I'm pregnant. ”

“ Wait. Are you pregnant? ”

“ We should think about a name for our baby. ”

“ Our son / daughter has your eyes. ”

“ I don't think my genes had any chance of winning. They're a spitting image of you. ”

“ It's your turn with the baby. ”

angst

“ We’ll get through this. We always do. ”

“ I married you for better and worse, remember? ”

“ It’s okay to fall apart. I’m not going anywhere. ”

“ Do you ever think about our wedding day? ”

“ I love you, but I don’t know how to fix this. ”

“ We can’t keep pretending everything is fine. ”

“ When did we stop talking like we used to? ”

“ I’m scared we’re becoming strangers. ”

“ Do you still want this? Us? ”

“ I don’t regret marrying you - but I regret how we’re hurting each other. ”