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It was late and Beth was tired. One stop to make then she could go home. She yawned as the rain poured down on her car. She had to pick Bentley up from Lucy then she could lie in her comfy bed. But then the realization that she would be alone in her bed made her frown. Beth pulled into the driveway and parked, she saw Daryl's truck. What was he doing here? She shrugged and got out of her car. She walked to the door not paying attention and ran into someone. Looking up, she locked eyes with Daryl. "Sorry, I was checking my phone and didn't watch where I was going" Beth said as she cupped her mouth. "You're fine" said Daryl smiling. Elly was sound asleep in Daryl's arms. Man those arms were great wonders thought Beth as she found herself smiling like a fool and blushed at the images that flashed through her mind. "Whatcha smiling about?" Daryl grinned. Beth was sure her cheeks were on fire, why didn't the flames just engulf her? "N-n-nothin. I ain't smiling at anything." Beth stuttered. Daryl walked to his truck and buckled in Elly. Daryl then moved back toward Beth. Beth glanced up through her eyelashes. Daryl was awfully close now. Her body burned and knees felt weak. Hovering over her, he leaned and whispered in her ear, "You're lyin' to me Greene." Beth turned more toward Daryl and then met his blue eyes. "Now why would I lie to you Mr. Dixon?" said Beth smiling with her eyes full of lust. Daryl leaned back against his truck, arms folded. "You don't gotta tell me, I already know." Daryl smirked. Beth gulped and shoved her hands in her jean jacket. "You know nothin' Daryl." Beth smiled.
On the inside her heart was beating hard in her chest and her hands were sweaty. If he wanted to play this game, Beth was all in. She walked up to him and played with the buttons on his shirt as her eyes shifted to the floor. Daryl lifted her chin so her eyes met his. The connection put her in a trance, no matter what she couldn't force herself to look away. "Your body on top of mine, our eyes linked as one." Daryl mumbled into her hair. Beth's cheeks were hot, hell her whole body was hot. She wasn't going to let him win this. "And my nails digging into your chest and my breathy moans against your neck.." Beth whispered. Her lips hovered over his and Daryl shifted so his lips grazed hers. "You know I could take you right here right now" said Daryl lowering his voice. Beth patted his chest. "You know that can't happen, goodnight Daryl." Beth giggled as she walked away leaving Daryl there. "Greene!" Daryl yelled. "Yes, Mr. Dixon?" Beth questioned. Daryl played with the zipper on his vest before looking up. "What are you doing tomorrow?" Daryl asked nervously. "How about you come over to my house….Oh and bring Elly." Beth winked as she walked inside the house. Daryl's heart beat like a drum in his chest. He was a little uncertain with how things would go. Nervous would be an understatement to how he was feeling. All he knew was he didn't want to share her with any other man.
Beth walked in and she plopped on Rick's couch. "Hey Beth." Carl mumbled as he looked up from his phone for a brief second. "Hey Carl. where's Lucy?" Beth yawned. Carl was just about to answer Beth when Judith ran to her. "Hi aunt Beth!" Judith smiled. Beth picked the six year old up. "Hey sweetie. Did you have fun with Bentley and Elly?" Beth asked. "Oh yes, they are so cute aunt Beth!" Judith proclaimed. Beth stifled a giggle before answering. "You are adorable Judy." Beth kissed her cheek. Judith lay there with Beth before Lucy came down with Bentley. "Mommy! I missed you!" her son yelled. Beth pulled Bentley into a tight hug, Judith joining in. "I missed you too baby boy." Beth smothered him in kisses. Beth sat there and held her son and her niece. Even though she wasn't married to Dillon or with him she still considered Rick's kids her nieces and nephew. Lori walked through the door and Judith ran off to her mom. Beth and Lori chatted for a bit as Bentley slowly fell asleep. Beth yawned. "Well Lori, it's late and I should be getting home. We need to have a barbecue or something soon" she said quietly. "Of course Beth." Lori wrapped her arms around Beth and her son. "No matter what, we are family." Beth's eyes watered. "I know that Lori. I'll see you guys soon" said Beth as she walked to the door.
Beth put her son in his seat and buckled him in. The drive was quiet and the only sound was the whistling of the wind. She felt sad. She wished things would of worked out with Dillon. It would have made her life so much easier. But now she was falling for another guy and that guy was Rick's best friend. Beth pulled into her driveway, she laid her head on her steering wheel, and before she knew it, tears were falling. She felt pathetic, falling in love with Dillon and having a kid with him when she knew he was no good for her. If she could take it back she wouldn't, even with how ugly things were for her, she got the greatest gift of all, her son Bentley Ryder Greene. Beth sighed before getting out and getting Bentley. There was no point crying over him, not anymore. She was going to move on and do things that make her happy. She carried her son to his room and gently laid him down. She tucked him in as she watched him a moment. Swiping his hair out of his face, she placed a kiss to his forehead. Getting up she could barely keep her eyes open. She sluggishly walked to her bed and slipped out of her scrubs. She grabbed a pair of short shorts and a tank top. Putting them on she climbed into bed. It was like a cloud surrounded her body. Although the feeling was nice she ached for the warmth of a certain someone to be there snuggling her. She closed her eyes as one final thought ran through her head...'Daryl Dixon, what have you done to me?'
Beth woke up and felt a body next to her. She smiled before opening up her eyes to see her son cuddled up next to her. He sure did miss his mama. Yawning, she stumbled out of bed. She told Daryl to come over but she wasn't sure what time he would come. She struggled to keep her eyes open. She had been so tired these past couple days. Throwing her night clothes on the ground, she turned on the shower. She stood there a moment letting the water heat up. She pictured herself in the shower with Daryl and her cheeks burned bright. Her body came alive and she had that oh so familiar bubbly feeling in her stomach. Beth stepped inside and the water washed over her body taking all her worries with it down the drain. She washed her hair and body before just standing there letting the hot water pour over her body. She stepped out and wrapped a towel around her body. Walking into her bedroom she was in awe at her little boy still sleeping peacefully. She grabbed some close and got dressed in her bathroom. She decided since Daryl was coming over she would dress semi cute. She had on a cute gray sweater with some leggings on. She put a beanie over her head since it had been chilly out this week. She slipped on her boots and jacket on as she remembered some forgotten paperwork in her car. 'Not today Beth, Not today. You will do no such thing as think of work on your only day off this week.' She grumbled before deciding to not go out to her car.
Beth started breakfast when her phone buzzed. Pulling it from her pocket she read Daryl Dixon on the screen. Unlocking it she read 'Not sure when you want us to come over..But whenever you aren't busy just let me know.' Beth chuckled. She could tell Daryl was nervous about sending her a text. 'Daryl, I invited you over today because I wasn't busy..You are welcome to come over now if you'd like. I'm making breakfast. Spend the day with Bentley and I, I don't mind at all.' Beth's heart fluttered as she sent the text. Her phone went off and she jumped before checking it. 'What's for breakfast? Elly wants to know.' Beth laughed. 'Why don't you guys just come and see.' Beth sent the text and continued making pancakes. Beth chewed on her lip as she concentrated on cooking, pancakes, eggs and sausage. Lost in her concentration she fumbled with her spatula as there was knocking at her door. Beth walked to the door, opening it to Elly and Daryl standing there. Scratching the back of his head, Daryl chuckled and said, "Elly insisted we come." Elly smiled big showing her cheek before hugging Beth's waist. "It's freezing out here, let's go inside." Beth motioned for them to come in. "Elly would you like some Hot Cocoa? Daryl…Coffee?" Beth asked as she moved around her kitchen. "Yes please!" Elly squealed. "Yes please, thank you Beth" said Daryl as he gave a stern look to Elly. "You guys are very welcome." Beth grinned. Beth made four plates of food and set them at the table. "Give me a minute please, I have to go wake Bentley" said Beth as she slipped out the room. Within a few minutes she came down with the little brown haired boy. "Benny you remember Elly?" Beth whispered in his ear. "Ya mama, I like her." Bentley mumbled rubbing his eyes.
The four ate and after they finished Bentley and Elly went to go play while Beth did the dishes. The kids were in the other room and Daryl wrapped his arms around Beth's waist and kissed her neck. Beth dropped the plate she was washing. "Daryl!." Beth giggled. "Later, it's you and I," smirked Daryl. Beth turned around so her eyes met his. Beth smiled before placing a gentle kiss to his lips. "Now, Mr. Dixon don't you tease me" she said as she batted her eyelashes. Daryl closed the space between them and leaned close to her ear. "I wouldn't dream of it love." His voice was so low and gruff it sent chills down her spine. Daryl just held her in his arms. Beth didn't want to leave his presence, she felt comfortable…safe. She laid her head against his chest and listened to his heartbeat. "So….what are we gonna do today?" Beth mumbled with her eyes closed. "Whatever you and the kids want to do" said Daryl as he kissed her forehead. Beth bit her lip, deep in thought before Daryl heard her say, "Hmmmm…How about we take them to the park?" "That's a great idea Greene." Daryl grinned.
Beth and Daryl stood there and watched the kids play. Occasionally Elly or Bentley would yell, "Hey look at me." Beth sat on the wing and slowly swayed back and forth. Daryl stood there in deep thought, watching Elly and Bentley run around. Beth wondered what was going through his head. She and he weren't a thing yet or at least it hadn't been confirmed. As Beth was lost in thought Bentley ran and jumped on her. "Mama can we go home now?" Bentley asked his teeth clattering together. "You ready to go?" said Beth kissing his cheek, "Daryl, Elly you guys ready to head back?" They all were ready to go, having had a long and joyful day. Putting Elly and Bentley in the car Beth drove house. She parked and Bentley and Elly were already getting out of the car racing to the door. The sight made Beth smile and she was happy. One day she would have more kids but not right now. She was not ready for another. As the evening quickly passed, everyone gathered around the table for dinner. As Beth watched Daryl, Elly and Bentley gathered around the table, she felt whole, like this was a dream and she would be awoken. It was perfect and she wasn't sure how she felt about it. Anything this good usually didn't last. Beth shook the thoughts from her head…she was just going to enjoy the little things. The kids finished and were playing in the toy room. "Daryl...If you want you and Elly could stay over," said Beth as she chewed on her lip. She didn't want to admit she hated sleeping alone. Daryl got up and stood so he could see Beth's face. "We would love to...I haven't seen Elly this happy in a long time" said Daryl but mumbled the last bit. "Well I'm glad you guys are here," said Beth smiling.
Daryl stood still and Beth grabbed his shirt. Pulling his lips to hers she gently kissed him. Daryl deepened the kiss, slowly, very passionately. "Where am I going to sleep tonight Miss Greene?" Daryl mumbled against her lips. "In my bed," Beth winked as she pulled at his shirt a little. "Good, I want to hold you in my arms all night," Daryl murmured. Beth turned away, her cheeks flushed. "Daryl, you know that, that isn't the only thing you'll be doing" Beth giggled. Daryl stared at Beth through hooded eyes. Daryl kissed her lips softly saying "I better get those kids to bed while you finish your housework." Daryl winked mimicking Beth. "Yeah you better get on that Dixon" Beth grinned. This feeling was so familiar to her…she was falling for Daryl Dixon. She was smiling when her phone buzzed. Her heart stopped when she read the name...Dillon Grimes. Tears filled her eyes as she read the text. 'Beth, I would like to start over with you and help you raise Bentley.' Why was it that once she was moving on he wanted to come back? She was confused and unsure about what to do.
Also please review and let me know what y'all think. What's going to happen next? What is Beth gonna do?