Neither saw Beth or Dawn for the rest of the evening, bestowing a kiss on her lips he left her with Andrea and Merle as he did the speech he always did, thanking people for coming. His eyes glancing over at Carol when he said coming, smirking when he saw her blush. Was his woman not use to him by now?. Telling people to dig deep as this years charity was for abused women. Confirming it was one close to both the Dixon's heart as well as his beautiful partner who had allowed him to escort her here tonight. No one in that room was left without a doubt that Daryl Dixon was well and truly taken, from the way he looked over at her with such love to the smile he had on his lips. The man was off the market, Carol could almost hear the hearts breaking around the room. Giggling to herself, as he strutted towards her.
"You didn't have to tell everyone about us. I mean I would have understood if..."
"Told ya woman I love ya, bout time others knew it too. Now are ya going to keep me here longer or can we head home now?"
"I need to check on Sophia" ashamed she had almost forgotten to call.
"Ya can do it in the car if ya can wait" shaking her head, she knew Sophia would be worried her mummy hadn't called to say goodnight.
"Ok over there in the corner. It's getting late she may be asleep ya know" moving with her he handed her his phone, before she even got hers from her bag.
"I know but at least Tara can tell her we called." As she dialled the number he moved them further out onto the balcony allowing him to have a cigarette as she spoke. He was right the little girl had fallen straight to sleep, cuddled up to the teddy and doll he had brought her. Telling Tara he would collect their little princess in the morning he clicked the phone shut, his eyes slowly burning with desire as he trapped her between the door and the wall. Cigarette still in his hand
"So is mummy tired too? Or does she want to stay longer?" Carol bit her lip, she wanted him to just tell her to get the fuck in the car they were leaving as he couldn't wait any longer. He had been damn patient staying over his normal time, even Merle and Andrea were making noises to leave.
"I see that blush to ya cheeks again woman, I'm wondering what is going on in that head of yours?" his hands moved above her head boxing her in.
"It's up to you Daryl what ever you want..." his lips took hers
"Say ya goodbyes we're going waited too fucking long, all I can see every time ya move is ya naked underneath me. Get ya ass in the car now" She was surprised at his sudden change, since the blow job in the room, he had barely touched her, staying close but keeping his distance as if he knew he couldn't be trusted.
"Don't take too fuckin long. I have some pay back to make, and your body is going to look good tied to my bed" Her soft moan at his words, had her core wet he did this every time, she was a grown ass woman and he could get her trembling with a few words and looks.
"I'd like that" she whispered against his lips
"I know now move it" throwing the rest of his cigarette away he escorted her into the room, glad that the evening at Herschel's was over. Their evening was only just beginning.
"Gotta say goodbye to Herschel think that's it then. Merle and Andrea are over by the door ya can come with me or stay with them"
"No I will say goodbye I liked him and I have had a good evening"
"Not over yet darlin not by along shot" taking her hand tight in his he pulled her across the room into the corridor knowing the older man would be by his fire with a cigar. Knocking on the door he entered within the warm room, pulling Carol with him.
"Daryl come on in boy wanted to thank you for all your support again" his smile beaming at the couple
"Ya know I don't mind Herschel as ya know Merle and I support this charity"
"I know son, and now with this stunning woman by your side. I guess from what you said she has seen her side of pain too and for that honey I am sorry to hear. You got a good man here, don't let him go" Carol looked at the floor, unsure why Herschel was supporting her and Daryl's relationship when he knew full well that Daryl and his daughter had been in one for over a year
"You pay no attention to my Beth, she's sore that he found love in you and not her. Give her time she's not evil just confused. Your man here didn't help matters but that's all under the bridge now. It was a pleasure to meet you Carol and I hope next time we see you he will have a ring on that finger of yours" his chuckle following them out of the room, Daryl feeling as if he had been scolded like a naughty boy, yes some of it had been his fault he would accept that. The last comment had him thinking though, being tied to the woman holding his hand for the rest of his life had his mind racing. Not the gut churning reaction he normally got, no this feeling was a warmth so hot, a comfort he had never felt before. It was way too soon, and she still had some trust issues with him which was understandable, he could easily work on them. He stopped in his tracks pulling her to a halt, turning to him happiness radiated from her. Yet some confusion too
"He's right ya know?" he mumbled his thumb caressing her hand
"What, who?" now she was confused he was acting out of character, one thing Daryl Dixon did not do was mumble.
"Herschel he's right. When the time is right and ya trust me with ya heart completely then I'm making ya mine. Placing a ring on this finger here and telling the whole fuckin world we belong together. Don't ya start them damn tears woman. Ain't happening yet too soon for ya, but the time will come and I'm just pre warning ya" her hand traced his face, along his lips, trying her best to keep her tears from falling
"Ok" it was soft and he only just heard it, but he had and that was good enough for him.
Exiting from the mansion they flew down the stairs to the car. Bob already holding the door open
"Wait please hold on" Daryl tensed as he heard the voice, turning towards the blonde
"What Beth?" had she not done enough tonight, could he not just get break and get them both the hell out of there.
"I'm sorry I see how much you care for her. Carol you are a lucky woman look after him" saying what she needed she headed back inside, her fingers wrapped around the small rose. The bitches time would come, she just had to be patient, after all her mummy always said all good things come to those who wait. Daryl Dixon was her good thing and she would wait
"Ermm well that" pushing his hands through his hair, he followed Carol into the car
"Did I hear right lil bro that ya ex hell cat wishes ya well? Now Carol I ain't one to look a gift horse in the mouth, but ya be careful damn careful of that one. We ain't seen the last of her"
"I can handle her Merle don't worry" she tapped his hand as she snuggled into Daryl's side. Merle knew she could more than handle Beth, it was what the girl would do to split them up that had him worried. He hadn't missed the look she cast back when she went into the house, she never meant any of that shit she just said to them. No way was he allowing anyone to hurt his brother's new found happiness. No damn way. Andrea lay her head on his shoulder as Bob headed into the night, the wheels eating up the miles.
The Dixon men rested their heads against the seat, both women curled up by their sides, sleeping.
"She did ya proud Daryl" Merle finally broke the silence, as the car headed towards his house.
"I know, don't have any idea what I've done to deserve her, I love her Merle really love her and little Sophia"
"I know ya do, just hold on tight to them and don't let no one or nothing come between ya"
"I won't, she ain't escaping me, she's mine and when she's ready and trusts me completely I will make her my wife" Merle nodded, his stomach churning of the pain he knew the two would have coming there way, once certain people found out his intention
"Ya told anyone that?"
"Only her" he placed a kiss on her forehead
"Good ya make that promise come true Daryl, ya got a little girl that loves ya to bits and her mummy ain't too far behind. Or from the shit eating grin on ya face she's told ya she loves ya"
He smirked, yep she had told him and he felt on top of the world, he had missed his brother over the years, they were tough men and not ashamed to admit what they were feeling. It was nice to be able to share that moment with him and not feel like a pussy. Or get half beaten to death for it. The men would do anything in their power to protect and care for the two women nestled into them.