The Chains We Break

Daryl Dixon and his found daughter, Elena Monroe, take charge of leading a massive walker herd away from Alexandria on his motorcycle. But when unknown assailants force them off the road, they find themselves in the woods, captured by Dwight, his brother Hunter, and their group, who are unknowingly fleeing the Sanctuary. Seeing Daryl and Elena as a threat, they hold them hostage. However, Hunter's growing interest in Elena and her discovery that Sherry's sister is diabetic lead Elena to convince Daryl to let them go.

As Daryl and Elena return home, they're stopped by a group of motorcyclists claiming to work for "Negan." Daryl eliminates the threat, but when they finally reach Alexandria, it's overrun with walkers. The group fights to protect their community, but the cost is devastating: Deanna, Jessie, and her children are lost, and Carl is gravely injured. With resources running low, Rick and Daryl meet Jesus, a stranger with ties to Hilltop. In exchange for food, the group agrees to fight Hilltop's oppressors-the Saviors.

Elena refuses to join the fight, sensing the danger of provoking the Saviors. Her fears are realized when Rick's raid on their outpost sets off a deadly chain of events. At Negan's infamous lineup, the group is shattered by the loss of Glenn and Abraham. When Negan threatens Carl, Rick's desperation leads him to reveal Elena's immunity-a betrayal that shocks everyone.

Negan, intrigued but unconvinced, takes Daryl and Elena hostage. While Daryl suffers in a cell, Elena is treated like royalty, with Negan trying to win her over. Hunter, guilt-ridden, helps them escape but finds himself falling for Elena along the way.

Back in Alexandria, the group prepares for war, but Elena's unexpected connection with Negan leaves her torn. Can she protect those she loves, or will Negan destroy everything she holds dear?

War is inevitable, but survival will come at a price. For Elena, the fight has never been more personal.