Left alone at the mercy of his father, Daryl's early life is a brutal one. He is shattered and broken with little hope of being put back together. But there IS hope, right? AU, no zombies. Warnings inside.

In the aftermath of the Great Game, Sherlock decides it's time to break in the lovely John Watson. Gratuitous smut, whips, chains, and slashy goodness will ensue. (Now complete except for epilogue).

Carol discovers that their mutually beneficial physical relationship may have some strings attached after all.

The world is over. His brother is gone. His options are slim. And then out of the fog appears something he doesn't even recognize. He doesn't see it at first for what it really is. Hope.

Two damaged souls gravitating to one another. Daryl and Carol's first time.