Prompt Request: 11. "She's mine."
In which Savior Justin gets too close for comfort.
Warnings: language
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You lean against the railing, observing the Saviors below you. Your red and dry eyes were a sign you needed to rest, but you wanted to stay up as long as you could. You wouldn't be able to forgive yourself if something bad were to happen in the Sanctuary under your supervision. Especially since you argued with Rick just to stay here.
After Daryl admit he didn't want to be here anymore, you kindly offered to take his place. Rick didn't approve of your idea, insisting you belong at Hilltop, with him. It was only temporary and you could handle the Saviors, as well as yourself, is what you repeatedly told him. Rick still wasn't convinced it was a good idea, but he couldn't stop you.
Rick was quite overprotective of you, as you two shared a very close, but nonromantic, relationship. Though there was an excessive amount of flirting & touching between you two, and you both liked each other more than friends, the relationship didn't go any farther. You've tried to tell him you love him, but for some reason, you could never spit out those 3 special words.
"Hey," a voice drew you out of your thoughts, startling you. "God," you gasp as you place your hand over your heart, "Don't sneak up on me like that."
"My bad," the Savior, Justin, chuckled lightly as he walked closer to you. "Just thought you needed company," you notice the brown glass in his hand before he held it out to you. "I can't," you decline his offer, knowing to drink while supervising the Sanctuary was a lousy idea. "Suit yourself," he mumbled before gulping down the liquor. "But," he adds, "you could still use some company."
Not even five minutes later, you were fake laughing at one of his stupid jokes. You were barely paying attention to his words, but something he had just said grabbed your attention. "You know, you are the most attractive woman here," his eyes studied your figure.
"Thanks," you mutter, clearly uncomfortable. You felt his eyes fixated on you, which didn't help the nerves running through your body. You brought your eyes to him, noticing his face was inching closer to yours. "Justin," you speak softly while he placed his hands on your waist, not wanting his actions to go another farther.
"She's mine," a familiar voice startled the both of you, causing Justin to back off of you. "Rick Grimes," Justin mutters, "What a lovely surprise." Rick locked his furious eyes with Justin's, before walking towards him at a fast pace. "Listen asshole, do not lay your filthy hands on her again, or I'll make sure that's the last thing you'll have ever fucking touched," Rick spoke sternly, with fury in his tone. He wasn't even talking to you yet his statement sent shivers down your spine. Rick Grimes had that effect.
"Is that a threat, Rick Grimes?" Justin questions, sounding slightly offended. "No," Rick shook his head, chuckling lightly, "It's a promise."
"Now get the hell out of here," Rick angrily demands, not taking his eyes off Justin till he was no longer in sight. "Thank you," you bring your head down and fiddle with your fingers, feeling your cheeks heat up. "You alright?" Rick's tone softened for you, but he was still clearly upset. "Mhm," you hum with a nod, before letting out a small yawn. Rick placed his hand under your chin, lifting your head up gently so he got a good look of your face. His crystal blue eyes, that you adored, met your nearly bloodshot eyes. "God, Y/n," he sighs, "You're coming home." Rick didn't need to convince you, as you no longer wanted to stay here.
The car ride was long and quiet, Rick making small talk here and there. He let out a light chuckle when he glanced at you, realizing you were fast asleep, and he had been talking to himself during the car ride. He admired how peaceful you looked before picking you up bridal style and carrying you to his room.
Rick softly placed you on his bed, covering your cold body with the heavy comforter. "Goodnight, Y/n," he whispers, pushing a few strands of hair out of your face. He climbed into bed and loosely wrapped his arm around you, knowing he'll finally tell you those 3 special words once you wake up.
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published 11/4/18
