A search for hope: Walking dead x male oc

Chapter 24: River street

*Ron POV*

*The sun casts a dull glow over the city, its light refracted through the dust and smoke hanging in the air. The streets are eerily quiet, with nothing but the distant growls of walkers to break the silence. Me and Kenny walk down River Street, Our eyes scanning the water's edge with growing despair.*

Kenny: (frustrated, looking out over the empty docks) There's gotta be something left... there's *gotta* be!

Ron: (trying to stay hopeful) We just need to keep looking, Kenny. Maybe there's a boat somewhere further down.

*Kenny stares out at the river, clenching his fists. The absence of boats hits him hard, but Ron stays by his side, determined not to give up. They continue to walk, their eyes searching every corner, every crevice, clinging to the hope that something—anything—might be left.*

Kenny:(voice cracking) It's gotta be out there, Ron. We didn't come this far for nothing.

Ron: (with quiet determination) We're not done yet, Kenny. We'll find something. We have to.

*They walk a bit further, but the docks are barren. The weight of disappointment settles in. Just as Kenny is about to speak, a figure emerges from the shadows—a woman, agile and confident, approaches with measured steps.*

Kenny: Use that telescope to check out placed further away

Ron*Uses telescope, and sees a figure Jumping and climbing down from buildings* Shit theres someone comming this way hide
Until we find a way to ambush her

Kenny: Got it

*the person appears to be scavenging this was the best time to ambush her so i signalled Kenny we rushed at her she fought back but i fought harder*

Molly: (with a smirk) You two lookin' for something?

Kenny: (startled) Who the hell are you?

Ron: (cautious but composed) We could ask you the same question.

Molly:(calmly) Name's Molly. And before you ask, no, there are no boats left. Crawford took 'em all.

Ron: (puzzled) Crawford?

Molly: (grimly) Yeah. The so-called "safe zone" for the rich and ruthless. They took everything that wasn't nailed down. Only the strong survive there, or at least that's what they say.

Kenny:(desperate) We need a boat, dammit! There's gotta be something left!

Molly:(shaking her head) You're wasting your time. There's nothing left here. But... (pauses, considering) maybe I can help you find something else.

*Before I can respond, a walker's growl echoes from a nearby alley. Molly instantly pulls out her weapon, dispatching the walker with expert precision.*

Ron: (impressed but wary) Thanks for the help. What's in it for you?

Molly: (shrugs) Let's just say I'm not too fond of Crawford and could use some allies. Besides, you seem like decent folks—especially compared to the monsters in Crawford.

*Ron exchanges a glance with Kenny. They don't have many options, and Molly seems capable.*

Ron:(nodding) Alright. Lead

*After following Molly Walkers over run  us and i ,  got separated from the group and ended up in the sewers. The air is thick and damp, and the sound of dripping water echoes through the dark tunnels. I cautiously move forward, My eyes adjusting to the gloom. Suddenly, a voice calls out.*

Vernon: (gruffly) Stop right there! Don't come any closer.

*Ron freezes, raising his hands to show he means no harm. He sees an older man, Vernon, and a small group of people—clearly survivors, but wary of newcomers.*

Ron:(calmly) I'm not here to cause trouble. I got separated from my group. I'm just trying to get back to them.

Vernon: (eyeing Ron suspiciously) And who exactly are you? Why should we trust you?

Ron:(honest and direct) My name's Ron. I'm just trying to protect the people I care about. There's a little girl named Clementine—she's like a daughter to me. I promised her I'd keep her safe. I could use some help getting through these sewers.

*Vernon's expression softens slightly at the mention of Clementine. He exchanges a look with one of the women in his group, then nods.*

Vernon: (relenting) I lost my daughter when all this started. I'll be damned if I let that happen to someone else. We'll help you, but you stick close and don't do anything stupid.

Ron:(grateful) Thank you. I won't let you down.

*With Vernon and his people leading the way, i navigate through the dark and treacherous sewers, determined to reunite with my group and protect the ones i love. The journey ahead is uncertain, but i know that as long as there's hope, i will keep fighting.*