Ghost

Anonymous asked: Imagine Beth watching over Daryl in heaven?

Okay so I've added my own twist to it to fit the story better :D

She'd been watching over him for the last three years, making sure that he didn't do anything stupid to get himself killed. He still had a full life ahead of him, even though he didn't see it that way.

There wasn't a cure that she could see of, but he still had good things coming to him. He would eventually find love, and even have a child. She was happy that he was finally going to be happy, and that she could see it.

It hurt her knowing he was so upset over her death, and that he wanted to die everyday after. She wanted to tell him it would be okay, but she couldn't interfere, just watch and pray he went down the right path.

Then one day it happened.

Daryl met Tina, a girl he saved from some walkers. She was a little clingy and pretty weak at first, and probably another dead girl in his eyes. (which was similar to how she was before) But something changed and he decided to help her. Exactly what Beth expected of him.

They grew pretty close over a few weeks, even becoming close friends. Beth could see the tides turning in Daryl - he was believing again. She was so excited, she couldn't help herself! Things were finally falling into place. He finally had something to live for, something to smile about. It was all she really wanted to begin with, and if she couldn't provide it, someone who she wanted would. And Tina was that person.

Everything seemed to be going well. Daryl was adjusting to having Tina in his life, adjusting to having everyone know about the two and Maggie accepting the relationship. Beth was a little worried about that, Maggie could be as stubborn as a mule sometimes. And knowing how close she and Daryl were, she was surprised to see that Maggie accepted it.

It wasn't until Tina became pregnant, that Beth was worried most. She worried Daryl would turn his back against Tina and the baby. It didn't seem like something he'd do, but it was something he always did when afraid. He wouldn't necessarily run away or turn his back, he'd just hide until the problem went away, or stew in his own anger. She only hoped that with his new found happiness, he'd choose the right path instead of the easy one. The one he always took.

Tina walked into the living room, nervously wringing her hands. Daryl was sitting by the fireplace cleaning some arrows, from the early morning hunt he went on with a few men. She cleared her throat and his head jerked up.

"Hey."

"Hey." He nodded and set some arrows on the coffee table he was sitting on.

She walked over and sat on the love seat across from him."Can we talk?"

He nodded."Bout what?"

She chewed on her cheek, her eyes darting across the room.

Daryl looked up, her silence unnerving. He stilled his movements and squinted at her, waiting for the huge blow. It had to be or else she wouldn't be hesitating.

She glanced down at her hands."I'm pregnant."

There is was... His breath hitched in his throat, and instinct told him to run, but his conscience demanded he stay. He glanced down at the arrow in his lap, trying to find his voice, as it mysteriously disappeared.

This is life. This was supposed to happen. He couldn't run, he had to stay.

"I'm sorry." She whispered."I shouldn't of told you."

"Stop."

She heaved a sigh."Stop what?"

He put the rest of his arrows on the coffee table, and ran his fingers through his hair. Tina watched curiously, wondering what was about to happen. She'd seen how angry Daryl could get, how...cold he could be when upset. She didn't want him to turn his back against her, it wasn't like she planned for this to happen. Not at all.

"How far along?" He asked, chewing his thumb.

"Two months."

He nodded and looked down at her belly, and just as quickly, glancing back up."Guess we should tell the others."

She nodded and stood."Right...Uh, well, we can now."

"They're on a run." He mumbled.

"Why aren't you?" She questioned.

He shrugged."Didn't feel like it."

She walked over and ran her fingers through his hair, he glanced up, a worried expression present on his face. She leaned down and pecked his lips. He wrapped an arm around her and pulled her in between his legs. Her arms found their way around his neck, and her fingers laced in his longing hair.

"You need a hair cut."

He snorted."Don't push it."

She blushed and looked down."So...are you okay with this?"

"M'alright."

She brushed a lock of hair behind her ear."...I wanna go to Hilltop and get an ultrasound."

"When?"

"As soon as we can." She replied.

He nodded and laid his head on her belly, hugging her close to him. She smiled and played with his hair. She knew all about Beth, Maggie filled in the blanks when Daryl couldn't. He was still so heartbroken over what happened to her, a piece of him was missing and probably would be for life. And that was okay, she didn't want to over step any boundaries. It was hard losing someone, especially someone you're in love with. She understood that, and respected it.

Beth smiled, feeling relieved now. He really was okay with it. She could see inside his heart and though it was broken, it was true and sincere. He meant what he said, and his feelings were real. She knew he still loved her, probably more than she ever realized, and even though they'd most likely never go away, it was time for him to move on - time for him to begin a new life. He couldn't go on loving a ghost, not anymore, not when she gave him someone else to love. It would be an insult to her and her existence.

"Beth."

She turned around and saw Glenn, a bright smile on his face, a hand extended towards her. She snuck one last glance at Daryl, before taking Glenn's extended hand.

"Time to go?"

He nodded."Time to go."

"What about Maggie?"

He smiled and patted his heart."I got this one."

Beth smiled and kissed his cheek."I'll see you later. Daddy's waitin' on me."

He smiled."See ya."

I hope that satisfies you Anon! I'm going to cry now lol