Summary: This fic was my first foray into multi-chapter Caryl. I dusted it off and made some revisions, adding many thousands of words. See story notes for more details.
Caryl ZA AU story. Set when Carol, Ed and Sophia were original residents of the ASZ and the group joined when they did. Some of Carol's actions in the past (Terminus) took place, but by Beth. I wanted to take season six and season one and do some shuffeling.
Rated: E
Categories: Season 1,
Alternate UniverseCharacters: Aaron,
Abraham Ford,
Beth Greene,
Carl Grimes,
Carol Peletier,
Daryl Dixon,
Deanna Monroe,
Dr. Denise Cloyd,
Ed Peletier,
Eric Raleigh,
Eugene Porter,
Father Gabriel Stokes,
Glenn Rhee,
Judith Grimes,
Maggie Greene Rhee,
Michonne Hawthorne,
Mrs. Neudermeyer,
Olivia,
Reg Monroe,
Rick Grimes,
Rosita Espinosa,
Sam Anderson,
Sasha Williams,
Sophia Peletier,
Tara Chambler,
Tobin
Genres: Angst,
Drama,
Dramedy,
Fluffy/Comedy,
Hurt/Comfort,
Porn w/ Plot,
RomanceWarnings: Carol/Other (Temp),
Character Death,
Child Abuse,
Domestic Abuse (Actual),
Domestic Abuse (Implied),
Rape (Implied),
Sexual Situations,
Violence
Series: None
Chapters: 13
Completed: Yes
Word count: 27391
Read: 1620
Published: August 09, 2020
Updated: August 20, 2020
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Story Notes:
This story was daunting to write. It is a Caryl story that is very fast burn. Some have hated it, saying it is too OOC. My thoughts on that are that since the group comes together at different times than canon; it is impossible to know how they would act. I will post at least one a day. Be aware of the fact there will be days with more than one chapter posted.
There are thousands of new words. Readers of the original version will notice new content as well as fewer chapters. I combined some chapters from the original version. Also, all chapters now have a chapter title.
I own nothing in the Walking Dead universe.
1. Greetings by Amwaaker [Reviews - 3] (1197 words)
Our beloved characters begin their journey with first impressions at the gates of Alexandria.
2. Glimpses by Amwaaker [Reviews - 0] (1480 words)
We are starting to get glimpses into Carol's life in Alexandria with Ed and Sophia. My goal was to show just how isolating domestic abuse can be.
3. Nuclear Reactions by Amwaaker [Reviews - 0] (1729 words)
Things heat up between Ed and Daryl. This chapter is all about initial reactions. It demonstrates how at ease Carol is with Daryl while she is in her element. She has never been tasked with something so vital to her community, and she loves it. In addition, Daryl is just as at ease with Carol. His interactions with Sophia later, and his new knowledge of the situation is something so heart breakingly real for him. I hope you enjoy.
4. Examinations & Job Duties In the Aftermath by Amwaaker [Reviews - 1] (2303 words)
What Denise has to say is about to make Ed's punishment a whole lot worse. This chapter gives an idea of where Carol, Sophia and Daryl are in their heads. Trigger warnings for disturbing medical details child abuse, spousal abuse, sexual abuse, rape.
5. Prison & A New Beginning by Amwaaker [Reviews - 1] (2613 words)
For past readers, this chapter has been majorly overhauled and more than tripled in length.
6. Missions & A Burning by Amwaaker [Reviews - 1] (2480 words)
Dixon on a mission! Carol is faced with memories.
7. Observations, Scars & A Haircut by Amwaaker [Reviews - 0] (3969 words)
A look at what some important players are thinking of each other in their new "bigger" family. Later, things get a little tense between Carol and Daryl. Scars are bared. Newfound strength is found. A little something steamy happens. Oh, and a haircut.
8. Developments by Amwaaker [Reviews - 1] (2337 words)
Things ramp up in the steam department, followed by a new development.
9. His Girls by Amwaaker [Reviews - 0] (2170 words)
Carol has a moment of defiance. Both Carol and Daryl keep secrets. Training begins.
10. You Want To What?! by Amwaaker [Reviews - 2] 
(1886 words)
Carol and Daryl come to some decisions with what Denise has to offer. Carol and Daryl hit their loved ones with some news. I wanted this chapter to be kinda showing "emotional whiplash" when team family hears the news.
11. Pre-Wedding Shenanigans by Amwaaker [Reviews - 0] (1527 words)
There is all kinds of sneaking around occurring to prepare for Daryl and Carol's big day.
*****I am posting the last three chapters today. Make sure you read in order.
12. The Big Day by Amwaaker [Reviews - 1] (1860 words)
Wedding preparation continues.
*****I am posting the last three chapters today. Make sure you read in order.
13. Vows & Adoption by Amwaaker [Reviews - 2] (1840 words)
The ceremony is finally here.
This is the last chapter folks. Thanks for reading.
