A/N: So my times are different on this one as you will soon read. I actually kind of like how this story is going and since season 3 just ended I'll be able to update more now that I know which direction I'm heading in. Well enjoy and please leave a review if possible. Thanks.

Snow laid on the ground like a frozen blanket as Dale and Lilliann made their way to the hide out. It was nothing special just a small metal shed they found a month ago that was still in one piece. There were two small makeshift beds, mainly made of sheets on top of hay to add comfort and elevation off the cold ground. Dale opened the small the door and shut it tightly when they were inside; he placed a heavy tool box that was in the shed in front of the door for more protection. Lilliann walked over to her bed and sat down, a tiny sneeze escaping her nose. She had on a pair of washed out jeans with a long sleeve shirt and a heavy coat over her shoulders.

She decided to wear fuzzy socks with shoes during the winter, much to Dale's approval, even though it blurred what little vision she had. Dale had begged her to wear something on her feet when the first snowfall began. After the grass began to freeze and cut the bottom of her feet did she agree. They found the shoes and socks in a house a few blocks away from the shed, they also found heavy coats and jackets in a small closet.

"So how do you like your first winter, Lilliann?" Dale asked, a light chuckle in his tone.

"Honestly I liked it better when Amber read about it, I never expected it to be so cold." She chuckled out, giving out another sneeze. Dale sat next to her and laid an ungloved hand on her forehead.

"Your feeling a little warm, I think you're getting a fever." He sighed, fixing the coat so it was tightly around her. She gave him a light thank you and laid down on the bed while he grabbed two cans of green beans. He handed a can with a plastic fork towards Lilliann and watched her carefully as she ate it silently and quickly.

There was only another week of winter left till spring began and slowly the snow was melting. Splicers weren't as active during the winter but the two survivors feared the danger was waiting for them.

The two were about to fall asleep when the metal around them began to shake. They both jumped to their feet, Lilliann hearing the light groaning of hunger under the thunderous bangs of hands against the metal.

"Dale, we have to get out of here!" Lillann whispered, fear racing through her veins. Dale silently agreed and grabbed her wrist. The majority of the banging was coming from the back so they were safe to exit from the front. Dale had his hand on the door, an aluminum bat clutched in his other while Lilliann held onto a metal bar that had a taped area from an easy grip. Dale quickly shoved the door opening, causing a loud clanging noise which drew the Splicers towards them as they raced out of shed.

They ran for miles out of the forest and onto a barely paved road. They took a moment of silence to catch their breath and began to walk down the road, Dale keeping Lilliann as close as possible. Since the separation from the barn Dale kept Lilliann close and fully supplied as possible with Adam. He protected like the Big Daddy she used to know back in Rapture, it saddened her to some extent. She missed her Big Daddy and she would miss Dale when he passed away.

Lilliann let out a few coughs as they neared a small town, there were a few Splicers that were quickly taken down. Dale searched their pockets for anything helpful and cursed lightly under his breath when he came back empty handed.

"Well judging from this town there has to be a store near by, hopefully it was have some soup or something semi healthy to eat." He murmured, leading Lilliann North. The two barged through the wooden doors of a nearby shop and quickly shut them, the Splicers miles away. They were both breathless as Lilliann slid down to the floor while Dale went looking around for useful items.

There was a light creaking noise and Lilliann whipped her head in the direction, preparing for an attack. She kept low to the ground and slowly moved closer, the metal clutched in her hand.

"Who's there?" she asked.

"You're not a walker?" a voice whispered, only a few inches away.

"No we're not walkers, we were just looking for a place to hold out." The two were both moving closer and closer and finally they bumped into each other, a blade was drawn and Lilliann held her weapon above her head.

"Wow, wait Michonne we don't need to attack!" another voice rang out. Lilliann lowered her weapon, excitement sparking in her eyes.

"Andrea?! Is that you?"

"Lilliann?" the two girls embraced quickly, the third questioning them.

"I'm so happy you're alive,"

"I know, I'm glad to see you." Andrea let out a series of coughs and crumpled to her knees, Lilliann and Michonne quickly by her side.

"What's wrong?"

"She's sick, been sick for a while now." Michonne stated, patting Andrea's back.

"Well the snow is melting and spring is almost here." Lilliann said hopefully.

"You're right also we should head out, this place will be overrun soon." Andrea said, climbing to her feet.

"Ok, I'll go find Dale and we can go." Lilliann ran off down the isles to find the elderly man.

Running was worthless and tiring. We hopped from house to house scavenging for food and other necessities. There was always the danger of Splicers and we found ourselves on high alert every time Lori entered the room. of course it was her swollen belly that entered first but we all made way for her to get nourishment before dinning in on anything. Carrying a baby in the apocalypse is tough but it was her choice if she dies from it then whatever, not my problem. My only concern right now is finding Lilliann. Rick pronounced her dead but Redneck and I aren't so sure; we both have a feeling she's alive and hopefully with someone who can protect her. Dale and Andrea were also pronounced dead, not really a big shocker. Those two were most likely on their own maybe Lilliann was with them, I can only hope.

We were loading into a car and driving down another highway, I was with T-dog and Carol in the truck; Glenn, Maggie, Hershel and Beth piled in the Hyundai while Lori, Carl and Rick were in front riding in a jeep and of course Redneck was alone driving his bike. He's been sulking ever since the farm burned down and Lilliann went missing; guess he actually has a heart and it was set on her. Carol's been trying to help him out of this depression but it's been in vain, he won't snap out of it until she's found.

I feel bad for Carol, its obvious she has feelings for him but he doesn't seem to return them. Sure they've been seen laughing and talking but he looks to her as more of a friend, a shoulder to cry on than a romantic interest. Poor girl but its probably for the best, two broken people aren't good for each other; but if that's true than Lilliann isn't good for him either. I'm not saying she's completely as broken as Carol is but Lilliann is damaged.

We slowly pulled over and parked the cars, there was nothing around.

"What's up Rick? There isn't anything here!" I growled, annoyed at the constant stopping then going then stopping again.

"Glenn, Daryl and I are going to look around everyone stay close and quiet if we find anything we'll come get you." Rick ordered then the three men vanished leaving us alone in the middle of the street.

"Gee thanks for answering my question."

"Don't be so harsh on him Amber, Rick's just trying to keep us all safe." Lori said, putting a hand on my shoulder. I turned, ready to smack her but when I looked at her swollen stomach I couldn't raise my hand.

"Don't feed me that bullshit Lori. Rick only wants to keep you and Carl safe he doesn't give two shits about the rest of us."

"Amber how can you say that?" Maggie growled.

"Easy its obvious after we found out that Andrea, Dale and Lilliann are gone. Rick didnt even want to go back and look for them!"

"Everyone that survived escaped we were sure of that, we can't risk everyone's life to find three people that are already dead." Lori called out, getting in my face.

"Rick would've if you were left behind or Carl but if any of us were back there, screaming for help he wouldn't give to flying fucks." Lori opened her mouth to protect her husband but closed it when we heard Rick yelling. We all ran towards his direction to find him pointing down the hill. I stared in amazement as a prison stood below us. It was fenced off and only a few Splicers roamed the courtyard. It was the first sign of a safe haven for us since the farm.

"So what's the plan?" I asked, holding onto the pistol in my hand.

"We should clear out the courtyard then secure it, we can move onto the inside in the morning." So it was decided and we worked the rest of the day killing Splicers and securing our new home. It was dusk when we were finally done.

Beth had started a fire and we all sat down beside it, all except Rick, Daryl and Carol. Daryl was keeping watch and Rick couldn't stop patrolling the grounds, trying hard to find any flaw in the protection. I laid on the cool grass, spring was in full bloom now and the cold felt nice on my overworked, warm body. My eyes closed and I relaxed as Beth and Maggie began to sing. They're voices were nice mixed together and hearing the soothing song was perfect on this night. We were finally able to relax after months of being on high alert, it was almost like being back in Rapture.