It was during the war between us and The Governor that I found out I was pregnant. Of course, I was happy but also depressed about knowing my baby wouldn't survive in this new world, but I had to tell Daryl one way or another.

~

I laid my head on Daryl's broad shoulder while Rick talked about what we will be doing. I dozed off and thought about my baby in my tummy. What would it look like? A boy or a girl- suddenly I felt eyes on me so I lifted my head.

"W-what?"

"I said are you sure you want to go on the run," said Rick

I nodded, "Yeah, yeah. Of course."

"Are you sure baby?" said Daryl whispering into my ear.

I thought about how I could maybe runaway, save Daryl from the pain of our baby, "Of course!"

He nodded and kissed my forehead.

~

It was finally the day of the run and I was already experiencing morning sickness.

"Hey (y/n) are you alright?" asked Beth coming from behind me and helping me.

"Yeah, it's probably the food I ate."

"Oh okay. Well if you need anything call daddy or me," said Beth smiling.

"Okay. Thanks."

~

I drove away with tears in my eyes, this was going to be the last time I see any of my family.

"It's for the best," I said out loud.

I prayed a silent prayer to take care of Daryl and the rest of the group.

~

(Few Months Later)

It's been hard these last past months. My belly has grown, and I look different.

I went into an old store hoping to find some food.

I walked in with my gun in hand when someone clicked a gun behind me, on my head.

"Put it down." growled the familiar voice.

I turned around and I was met with my Georgian blue eyes.

"(y/n)?" asked Daryl putting his gun down.

"Hi, Daryl."

He came towards me and wrapped his arms around me, tightly. I hugged back and let go quickly, realizing my stomach didn't fit.

"Where the hell did you go?! What's this?!" yelled Daryl pointing to my stomach.

"It's your baby. I ran away because I didn't want to be another burden."

Daryl's eyes teared up, "You will never be a burden for me. You're my wife, the love of my life. Why would you hide this from me?"

I started crying, "The baby won't survive in this world. I-I don't want to become Lori, sorry that's mean."

"You won't! Everyone will protect you. Now let's go back before it gets dark." said Daryl grabbing my hand.

~

We arrived at the prison and everyone was outside doing chores. I got out and I heard gasps.

Maggie and Beth ran to me, hugging me then letting go realizing I had a big belly.

"Oh my god! You're pregnant!" said Maggie

"Wait since when?!" said Beth excitedly

"Since a few months ago..."

"Why did you leave (y/n)? I missed you," said Maggie

"I uh- "

"Let (y/n) rest. Come 'on let's get you inside." said Daryl pulling aside.

~

It was morning and my stomach started growling for food. I got up and headed to the kitchen for some breakfast. I looked around and everyone was staring at me.

"(Y/N)!" yelled Rick dropping his plate.

I smiled and hugged him tightly, Rick was like a big brother to me.

"Hey, Rick. How are you?"

"How am I? (Y/n) you left for so long, we, of course, looked forever but we uh..." said Rick

"Gave up? Yeah, I understand. I left because well this." I said showing my oversized stomach, "I'm pregnant."

Everyone gasped and they all surrounded me, touching my stomach or asking questions.

Soon the day turned into night and I laid next to Daryl.

"Please don't leave again baby. I want to have a family together," said Daryl

"Of course baby. I love you."

"I love you too," responded Daryl with a kiss on my forehead.