Clementine X Male Reader Season 2

Chapter 19: Howes

Y/N POV

We just arrived at Carver's camp and I'm a little scared but I have to stay strong and brave for Clem. We all exit the truck to wherever Carver's people take us.

Carver: (over PA system) We've got some familiar faces back with us tonight. Now, I understand some of you are confused as to why we'd bring these people back when they left us as they did.

Tavia: I think I've got an idea.

Carver: (over PA system) It might not come all at once, but time will heal these wounds. So be patient with them until it does... and take solace in knowing that they're here to help us make our home a better place. All these feelings you have of anger, betrayal, hate. They're all valid. No one needs to forget what they did... but we do have to find it in our hearts to forgive them.

Clem: Look how much food they have...

Kenny: I hope you ain't saying what I think you're saying.

Y/N: Calm down Kenny she's just being observant.

Carver: (over PA system) As many of you already know, a large herd of lurkers gathers just south of us. We've kept an eye on the movements, and, well, with any luck, it's just passing through. But rest assured that if it does turn our way, it's nothing we can't handle.

Troy: Come on, we need you for something.

Carlos: Can it wait until morning? We're all exhausted.

Troy: Just come the fuck on.

Sarah: I need him. I need my dad. I can't. He's... he looks after me.

Carver's people lead Carlos away from the group.

Carver: (over PA system) Some of you have voiced your concerns about the need for expansion with the looming threat. And they have been taken into consideration. However, this is not up for debate. The expansion project will move forward.

Clem: Grow up, Sarah. You're gonna get us in trouble.

Sarah: I don't care. And don't tell me to grow up. You're just a little kid. I'm older than you.

Y/N: Don't talk to her like that and she acts older than you.

Sarah: You're the one that got hit.

Y/N: Yeah to protect her.

Carver: (over PA system) And with the added manpower joining us this evening, I have no doubt that we will continue to grow and prosper.

Bonnie: (unlocks door) Make sure y'all stay off the fence. Bill can see if you're messin' with it.

Carver: (over PA system) It's no longer enough just to survive... it's our obligation to make this community a beacon of hope.

Bonnie opens the door.

Nick: Thanks, Bonnie.

Bonnie: Yup.

Yard

Carver: (over PA system) To provide a light... a bright light. Bright enough to shine in all this darkness. So that is what we'll do.

Troy and Bonnie take off the ropes around everyone's wrists.

Troy: Y'all best get some rest, 'cause there ain't gonna be much for you tomorrow. You're gonna be workin' hard.

Bonnie: That's for you.

Rebecca looks at a cot in the corner.

Rebecca: Yeah, it would be. Fuckin' Bill. Keeps me out in the cold, but at least I'll be comfortable.