Daryl Dixon is a single father whose son loathes sleep. And when a blond angel intervenes, Daryl finds himself reluctant to part ways.

"I was waiting," he says, his mouth dry. "Waiting for what?" "You," there's no use denying it any longer. She knows, she has to. When Daryl finds Beth, he has to let go of his demons, even if that means letting go of her.

Beth has been looking forward to starting college for as long as she can remember and some jerk bartender isn't about to ruin that for her. Bethyl College AU.

Beth stands close to Daryl. Daryl's eyes always float to her. The group is beginning to notice... Is there a life to be made together? [Set post Season 3, the bulk written before Season 4 aired, thus rendered a little AU, i.e. no Zach, Carl's not in the farming penalty box, etc.]

..Daryl/Beth.. AU - No zombies. Sheriff Rick Grimes needs to talk to Daryl Dixon about his whereabouts the night before. Different character POVs on different points in Daryl and Beth's relationship.

..Daryl/Beth.. A missing scene from "House Call".

Beth and Daryl have fled the prison and have been on their own for 2 months now. Unsure of the future, they are forging ahead. They meet Lucky, a straggly looking mutt that wins their hearts. Can they build a life together despite the fact that it seems hopeless. Lots of angst just like we like for our favorite couple. Rated M for eventual smut.