A/N *spoilers*

Hey so this is an alternate ending to the mid-season finale. So as you all know Beth dies, which was absolutely devastating to me. (rip Bethy ) She certainly did not deserve to go out the way she did. I could go on all day about how upset I am about this character death, but instead I'm going to write this fic. Anyway this is the way I think it should have gone. So hopefully this will make you happy. Enjoy. (:

This was it. Beth thought to herself. I get to see my family again. Beth continued to dress herself in her yellow polo, and light wash jeans. She slid on her boots one by one; she never thought she'd miss this outfit so much. Between having to wear it for weeks on end without washing it and the way her feet hurt after walking long distances, but she missed it so much. There was one last thing though. Beth reached under the mattress grabbing the scissors; she had snuck out of the Docs office. Beth was a little unsure of what she intended to do with them, but she wanted to have a weapon. She slid them into her cast and walked out to find Carol waiting in a wheelchair, they smiled to each other, both of them knowing they got to leave and see everyone again. Beth wheeled Carol out into the hallway where most of the police staff were ready to fire, Dawn at the front. Beth saw Ricks face look through the small window in the door, her heart raced. She would get to see Maggie and Daryl again. Dawn ordered her officers to lower their weapons, as they did so Rick, Daryl, Noah, Tyreese and Sasha came into sight with two other officers in tow. The officer's came forward telling Dawn what had happened to Officer Lambson. They sent the woman officer over in trade for Carol, and then it was Beth's turn. Beth's could feel her heart pounding against her chest as she walked closer, Rick place his hand on her shoulder and gave it a gentle squeeze. That's when she saw Daryl, she couldn't help the enormous smile that spread a crossed her face. He protectively put his arm around her pushing her further to the back of the group. He smiled back at her, but was still in serious mode. They were all starting to walk out when Dawn spoke.

"Now I want Noah."

Everyone stopped.

"That wasn't part of the deal." Rick spoke in an agitated tone looking to Dawn.

"I gave you one of mine, now I need him back."

"No. That wasn't the deal." Rick repeated.

"Well it is now." Dawn retorted.

Rick stood there for a moment throwing daggers at Dawn with his eyes; if looks could kill she'd be dead.

"No." Rick said again walking closer to her.

"No it's fine." Noah stepped beside Rick looking between the groups wanting to prevent any further conflict.

"It's okay." Noah assured and started to make his way to Dawn.

"Wait!" Beth shouted running to Noah and attacking him with a hug.

Beth knew now what she was going to do, she was going to stop Dawn once and for all. She wasn't going to let her keep Noah prisoner any longer. Beth eyed Dawn, the tears threatening to escape. Beth let go of Noah and stepped in front of her, her jaw clenching as her heart raced even faster.

"I get it now." Beth said coldly, as she prepared to give Dawn what she truly deserved.

"Beth! No!" Daryl yelled, as he saw Beth go to make her move.

Beth plunged the scissors into Dawns chest ignoring his words, but before Dawn could react Beth was yanked back with mountable force.

Dawn fired her gun as a reaction; the bullet going into the wall beside her near Noah, another loud shot rang out as Dawn fell to the ground, crimson oozing from her skull. Noah stood there a pistol in hand, the one that had just ended Dawn. Noah had shot her. Beth still felt arms around her, which she was thankful for as she felt her legs might give way. Everyone cocked their weapons ready to open fire.

"No! Enough! It's over!" The female cop yelled holding her hands up. Everyone lowered their weapons.

Everyone was a little shell shocked at what had just happened, but no one was sad Dawn was gone. She had what was coming. Daryl whipped Beth around grabbing her shoulders.

"What the hell were you thinking!? We just got you back!" Daryl spat as his grip tightened on her shoulders. His face a look of pure terror.

"I couldn't let her." Beth spoke quietly, finally getting to look Daryl straight in the eyes for the first time since the funeral home.

Daryl let out something between a growl and a sigh before he pulled Beth into the tightest hug she had ever felt. Her feet lifted off the ground and he kept holding her tighter. She couldn't breathe, but it was one of the best feelings in the world. She wrapped her arms around his neck trying to squeeze with equal force. She finally let the tears roll, and let out a giant sigh of relief into Daryl's shoulder. He finally put her down, but his hands never strayed from her. It was almost like he was afraid to let go. Beth smiled up at him, before turning to face Noah. He still looked a little shaken up, but when you shoot someone for the first time, that's to be expected. Beth walked over to him.

"I'm sorry; you shouldn't have had to do that." Beth spoke softly. She knew killing was wrong, and her old self would have never thought about doing such a thing, but Dawn wasn't going to keep controlling everyone. Beth wasn't going to let her, that's why she was going to take her life. Noah shouldn't have had to been the one to do it for her.

He just shook his head at her. "I did what had to be done." He replied before placing a reassuring hand on her shoulder. Beth turned to look at the group; no one seemed to really be judging her. Rick gave her a small nod.

"You could stay here." The female cop spoke.

Rick looked down to Dawns lifeless body and shook his head.

"No. We can't."

Daryl found his way to Beth's side again, as they exited the building. They kept stealing glances at each other. The anger Daryl had from her almost getting herself killed was gone, she was here, alive, and that was enough for him. He would just have to talk some sense into her, and make sure she didn't do something so stupid again. Daryl couldn't lose her again, he wouldn't. They were walking so close to each other that they kept brushing sides. Neither of them seemed to mind though. They were finally exiting the hospital doors, when Beth caught sight of Maggie.

"Maggie." Beth said more to herself than to anyone else. Maggie spotted her at the same time, a huge smile a crossed her face.

The sisters bolted towards each other, clashing in a hug.

"Beth…" Maggie sobbed.

Beth let the tears roll again, she got her sister back.

Maggie pulled back looking at Beth.

"I'm so glad you're okay." Maggie cried while smiling.

"I missed you…" Beth mumbled as she pulled her sister in for another bearing hug.

Beth reunited with everyone else, giving them all hugs and trying to control her tears. Glenn introduced her to Abraham and Rosita, and Tara. All of them eventually made their way to the fire truck where she was introduced to Eugene. He kind of creeped Beth out, and she didn't quite understand his choice of hairstyle but he seemed harmless enough. Then there was Carl holding Judith, Beth felt whole again, the whole time not knowing if she was okay or not. Beth couldn't help herself from crying again, but these were happy tears so she made an exception to her no crying rule. Carl smiled at her and handed her Judith, Beth kissed her head holding her tight. Judith laughed, and made noises somewhat resembling words of some sort, before laying her head down on Beth.

"Looks like lil ass kicker missed ya." Daryl spoke from beside Beth.

Beth let out a half sob half laugh.

"Yeah…" She spoke softly, petting Judith's hair.

Everyone stood around watching the whole interaction. They were together again, Beth knew it wasn't going to be easy but, she was with her family again. It would be okay now.

A/N Hopefully you enjoyed reading this, its shorter chapter but it's to get a good feel for the story. Please review and let me know what you think, your guys feedback helped me determine how far I should go with the story. I think Beth deserved more of a chance, as well as her and Daryl. That's what I plan on doing with this story.(: Bethyl forever3