We All Have Our Scars (bethyl)

Chapter 2

Beth POV

I looked over at Daryl trying to give him a supportive smile. I am happy Aaron believes in him, but at the same time I am worried about him. I don't like the idea of him going and recruiting people. Maggie reminded me that we all have jobs to do, and it feels like ages ago since I told her the exact same thing. But that was about surviving. What if Daryl is harmed by someone when he's only trying to save them by allowing them into the safety zone?

"Don't worry, sweetheart," Daryl told me pressing a kiss to my forehead and then to my lips.

The three days Daryl was away I kept my mind occupied teaching music to the younger kids at the make-shift school. It was fun and rewarding. Honestly, it would probably have been my career path if the turn hadn't happened.

I had no desire to go on runs. I'm sure if I did want to I'd get an earful from Daryl and Maggie. Daryl had made it very clear that if I was ever to step out of the gates it would be with him and him only. I've been out twice since our arrival to go hunting with Daryl. But after Grady and our journey that followed I no-longer felt the need to prove to everyone that I'm strong. Everyone who is important to me knows I am and that's all that matters.

One thing I am proud of is that Noah has the confidence to go on runs now. He once was afraid to kill walkers and now he's goin' on runs. I feel like a proud mama. He was underestimated like me and I am happy I was able to help him find his strength.

I ran to the gate when Daryl returned. As I hugged Daryl Eric was there hugging Aaron.

"We're goin' to Aaron and Eric's place for Spaghetti," Daryl told me. "After I shower and you give me a proper greeting home, if ya know what I mean."

"I always know what ya mean," I giggle, blushing.