Chapter 36 - So Long

[Rebecca's POV]

I opened my eyes to see the sun was just starting to rise. I glanced down at the group. They all were asleep. I let out a sigh as I sat up, my legs dangling off the side of the wall. I twirled Dillan's bracelet around my wrist, feeling tears starting to form in my eyes. I let out a shaky breath before jumping down from the wall, landing quietly. I walked quietly past Haley to my bag. I opened it and grabbed the notebook and pencil I kept hidden in there. I opened the notebook and wrote in it. I rested the pen on the page and set it down on the log near the tree line. I walked over by Daryl and knelt down. "I'm sorry Daryl. I... I love you." I whispered as I leaned down and kissed his cheek, a stray tear sliding down my cheek. I wiped it away and walked over to my bag and slung it over my shoulder. I picked up bow and quiver. I walked to the edge of the camp and turned back and looked at them. Taking in my last sight of them. "Good bye guys." I whispered. I turned away and took off down the road.

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[Daryl's POV, hours later]

The sound of talking woke me from my sleep. I let out a grunt as I stretched my arms, my neck stiff from the ground. I looked around and saw that Haley, Maggie and Glenn were the only ones awake. Haley noticed me looking at them and waved. "Morning." she said. I grunted in response as I stood up and stretched. "Well good morning to you too, grumpy." Maggie chuckled. I didn't say anything as I walked over to them and sat by the fire. They handed me a can of peaches and I nodded as I started to eat. I glanced up at the wall where Rebecca slept. She wasn't there. "Any of ya' seen Rebecca?" I asked in between mouthfuls. "No, I just guessed she was out hunting." Haley answered. I nodded, though something didn't feel right.

Gradually everyone woke up and there was still no sign of Rebecca.

"Rebecca around?" Rick asked when he noticed she wasn't here.

"They said she went huntin'." I answered. Rick nodded.

Just then Carol appeared, looking slightly frantic.

"What's wrong?" Rick asked.

"It's Rebecca." she said.

I stood up. "What about 'er?"

"Her stuff and her bag are gone."

"You sure she didn't just take it with her?" Glenn asked.

I gave him a look that told him that was stupidest thing to say. We all got up and looked around, calling out her name. "Becca!" I yelled as I walked around the tree line. Just then something in the corner caught my eye. I walked over and saw it was a purple leather notebook. I picked it up and opened the cover. Rebecca Evans. Don't touch! I noticed a pen sticking out of it and I flipped to the page and read over it. "Guys!" I yelled as I walked to fire pit. ""Did you find her?" Rick asked. "No... but I found a note from her." I said as I tossed it to them angrily. They looked at me confused and Haley read the note out loud.

Hey guys. I'm sorry, but I have to go... I know you guys are probably wondering why, but... I can't be with you guys anymore. I... Well... Since Dillan died a few days ago, I've been a wreck. Every day is just an endless battle of emotions. I think it'd be best if I went back to being alone. I think it would be the best for the both of us. He was the main reason why I joined the group in the first place. You guys have become like a family to me, but I have to go. Maybe we will cross paths. I just want to thank you for being with me and Dillan all this time. I'm sorry to leave you.

And Daryl, I know you're probably pissed at me... And I'm sorry. Please forgive me. I just need to be on my own. You've made me the happiest person... Even if you are a bipolar redneck. I love you, Daryl.

So long,

Rebecca

Everyone went quiet after Haley finished reading it. Glenn looked up at me. "Are you going to be okay?" He asked. "Why the fuck wouldn't I? Let that damn bitch leave... She meant nothing to me anyways!" I growled as I stormed into the woods, my crossbow around my shoulder. After I got out far enough I let out a frustrated growl. "She left." I said to myself. "She really left."

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A/N:

A short chapter, but I'm working on the next chapter. I also have been thinking of making some imagine books for Harry Potter and The Walking Dead...

Also about that last episode of TWD... Is Maggie's baby alright? I mean she got cut in the stomach. I've asked my mom and rest of the family and they said it should be just fine... but who knows with them cruel producers and directors... >:(

--T.F.L