Walking Dead: Dark Burdens

Chapter 8 of my Walking Dead story, enjoy.

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Chapter 8: First Date

Violet smoothed down her clothes, checking herself in the mirror one last time. She had picked out the best clothes she could, her new jeans and a brand new white tank-top. But some articles of clothing she couldn't part with, hence her usual grey hoodie and white scuffed sneakers.

'Okay, just hope I don't mess them up too bad...gotta make sure I'm not seen after all.' She told herself.

The reason for her remarkably clean and fresh clothes was simple. She had a date with Clementine, that very night. This of course meant sneaking out to ensure her father didn't catch her. She edged her bedroom door open and listened carefully, if she heard any tell tale sounds that hinted her father was there and at least conscious she'd have to make her escape by the window. Luckily she didn't hear anything so she slipped out of her room and began to make her way towards the front door. The risky bit would be unlocking it, but as she drew nearer she froze. Her mother was in the kitchen. But it seemed she had guessed Violet's intentions and, surprisingly, seemed in favour of them. At least if the way she was studiously focusing on cleaning the same plate from the dishes for the length of time she had. As well as the small smirk on her face as she did so that seemed to send a quiet, albeit hopeful message to Violet. Sure enough the door was unlocked when she tried it and she slipped out, while she knew her mother didn't know all the details she was still glad her mother was in fact on her side. With a growing feeling of hopeful she made her way quickly to Clementine's house.

Arriving at Clem's house she found the girl herself waiting for her with a grin. Violet found herself grinning too, especially taking in Clem's outfit, her own pair of fresh jeans, a white T-shirt under a denim shirt with rolled up sleeves, black sneakers and her favourite blue and white baseball cap.

"Vi, I'm glad you made it." Clem said cheerfully.

Violet loved the sound of her voice, especially when she was cheerful. "Of course. I'd have found a way, no matter what."

Clem took Violet's hand, nodding at that and together they began to make their way down the driveway, ready to head into town to begin their date. As they walked Violet smiled lightly as she admired the Clem's caramel skin shone in the street lights.

"So, about what we're gonna be doing." Clem said suddenly.

Jolted back to reality from her daydreaming, Violet nodded. "Yeah?"

Clem winked and explained. "I know we're not exactly going for the traditional type of date, but based on what you've been telling me about yourself, trust me. You'll love it, first stop though, gotta get some food."

Violet heartily agreed with that and they soon made it into town itself and Clementine led the way, Violet feeling more and more curious about what she had planned as she turned Clem's words over in her head again and again. She almost wanted to laugh when they made their first stop, their stop for food, at McDonalds.

Leaving McDonalds with their food, including an extra large order of Violet's favourite, chicken nuggets, Clem led the way again, towards the surprise she had said she had in store for Violet.

"So, where is it we're going?" Violet asked.

Clementine just shook her head. "You'll see soon, we're heading back out of the town though."

Now Violet was even more curious, but mollified by the chicken nuggets, plucking one out of the bag and eating it right there, she didn't complain and simply followed Clem as they made their way to whatever destination she had in mind. They soon reached their destination, Violet discovering what Clem had planned and gasped. They were on a hill outside of town, which offered an amazing view of the town below them. As well as an incredible view of the night sky above, already filled with countless stars.

"Wow, Clem, this is…" She whispered.

Clem shrugged. "I know how much you love stargazing so…"

Violet grinned, pulling Clem in for a tight hug, kissing her. She surprised herself, it was the first time she had taken initiative, but Clem certainly didn't mind. Enjoying the sights before them, both girls sat down, beginning to eat and enjoy their food as they prepared to take in the view and, already for Violet, find the constellations.

Having enjoyed their food, Clem and Violet now sat, shoulder's touching, looking up at the sky together, taking in the breathtaking view of the night sky spangled with stars.

"Look, you can already see some of the constellations." She remarked.

She traced a few with her finger, pointing them out to Clem, who smiled, taking it all in. She looked over at Violet and couldn't help but enjoy the sparkle in the girl's emerald green eyes, the smile on her face. How much more animated than usual she was.

'Things certainly seem to be looking up now. I just hope there is a way for Violet to find the strength to finally report her father.' Clem thought to herself. 'All this progress she's made will be for nothing if he just keeps abusing her.'

"Clem?"

She smiled. "Sorry, was just thinking."

Violet smiled. "I guessed. So, I was wondering, you ever looked at the night sky and, tried to make your own constellations?"

"No?"

"Wanna try?"

Clem nodded in agreement and soon they were hard at work, picking out groups of stars, suggesting shapes and meanings. Their time together wore on, their happiness and enjoyment building and remaining strong. Gradually Violet began to go quiet however, in a way that concerned Clementine.

Turning to look at Violet again Clem noticed a strangely pensive expression on her girlfriend's face. As if there was something on her mind, but she wasn't quite sure what to say about it.

"Violet, is there something troubling you?" She asked cautiously.

Violet bit lip, sighed and stood up. "Well actually Clem, I…"

She sighed and turned to face her, rubbing the back of her neck, a nervous habit she had that Clem had picked up on.

"There's something I always wanted to try with someone I really cared about, and I never have." She said quietly. "Have you ever danced with anyone before?"

Clem was surprised to hear Violet asking her, of all things, that.

"Nope?"

"Do you, wanna?" She asked, extending her hand, before back-pedalling. "I mean, sorry, I know it's stupid, you don't have to, I just thought, the two of us-"

"Violet." Clem said quickly, cutting off any further nerve fuelled excuses from her. "I'd love to."

She took Violet's hand, standing up and smiled widely, Violet's eyes lit up and she too smiled. Soon Clem rested her hands on Violet's waist, Violet had hers on Clem's shoulders and they slowly began to sway and dance together, coming closer than ever. Their gazes remained locked, pupils dilating until Violet rested her head on Clem's shoulder and they danced under the light of the moon and the stars.

End of chapter, hope you enjoyed it, read and review please.