A Secret

Chapter 17

A/N: Well, our story is coming to an end soon, just thought I'd let you know that. Probably only two or three chapters left. Anyway, enjoy this update.
McBrideReedusLover.~

"I was watching that!" Sophia protested as Carol turned the channel to the news. Carol didn't say anything, and just watched the television. Sophia huffed, and crossed her arms. She hated watching the news. It was unbelievably boring. She didn't understand why adults always watched it. She hopped off the couch when she heard the phone ring, and answered it. "Hello?"

"Sophia?" Daryl's voice appeared on the other line. "Is Carol home?"

"Yeah. She's watching the stupid news." Sophia muttered.

"I here ya kid I hate that shit too." Sophia tilted her head as she heard a strange voice on the other line.

"Merle what the hell are ya doin'?!" Daryl growled into the phone towards his brother. Sophia heard a laugh after Daryl spoke. Well, this was more entertaining than the news.

"Ya were goin' to phone your sweetheart weren't ya. Thought maybe I'd listen in to all the romance shit ya say to her!" Merle laughed again. Sophia couldn't help but giggle.

"You should see them when they're together. It's a giant yuck fest." Sophia smiled.

"I bet it is kid." Merle laughed.

"Should I just hang up and let the two of ya talk?" Daryl asked sarcastically. He did not like this conversation at all.

"Alright lil' brother, don't get ya panties in a twist now." Merle chuckled. "Maybe I'll phone back and talk to the kid later. After all I'd love some dirt on ya Daryl."

"I've got plently of that." Sophia giggled. Suddenly, the phone was yanked out of her hand. She looked up to see Carol looking unimpressed. Sophia found it best to run before her mother could say anything.

"Daryl?" Carol said into the phone. "Was Sophia bothering you?"

"Nah, not too much. I enjoyed talkin' with that kid." Merle smirked into the phone.

"Hello Merle." Carol rolled her eyes.

"Nice talkin' to ya again peaches." Merle wasn't going to hang up anytime soon.

"Well, since you're both here, I think, I was wondering if tonight you'd like to go out for supper. That way you and me can get to know each other Merle." Carol suggested.

"The kid goin'?" Merle asked.

"I was planning on taking her." Carol didn't know why he wanted to know if Sophia was going.

"Good. Me and the kid can talk some dirt on the both of ya and embarrass the livin' daylights outta ya! Should be fun." She heard a click on the other end. She wondered which brother it was that hung up.

"Fuckin' asshole." She smiled when she heard Daryl mutter. "Ya sure ya want that guy at the dinner table?"

"Yes, I'm sure." Carol chuckled at Daryl's obvious frustration. "So, you'll meet us here at six?"

"Do I got a choice?" Daryl asked.

"No." Carol smiled, twirling the cord around her finger.

"Fine. See ya then." He hesitated. She wondered what he was hesitating for. When he was sure of something, he came back on the line. "I love ya."

Carol broke out into a huge smile. "I love you too."

"Damn, that is sappy." Merle laughed loudly. Daryl said he goodbye to her and hung up the phone. Merle was still on the phone. She heard Daryl storm to wherever Merle was. She heard some shouting, and what sounded like hitting? She couldn't help but laugh. Boy, they would be fun at dinner, that was for sure. She hung up the phone, and turned around to see Sophia standing there.

"We're going out for supper?" She asked.

"Yes. We're going out with Daryl and his brother Merle." Carol smiled. "Are you okay with that?"

"Yes." Sophia nodded. She was actually excited. Her little conversation with Merle had been hilarious. She found great joy in embarrassing her mother infront of Daryl. And it was obvious Merle had the same feeling on his brother. Together they would be unstoppable. Sophia grinned to herself before walking back up the stairs.

Carol locked the front door and smiled as Daryl hopped out of the truck. She met him halfway and kissed him. "Ya was right kid, that is bad." Merle smirked from behind them. Sophia was standing beside him, shielding her eyes.

"They are always making out it's gross." Sophia peeked through her fingers. Still going. "Disgusting!" She called out, hoping it would make them stop.

"Come Darylina, ya makin' the kid uncomfortable." Merle walked over and smacked the back of Daryl's head. "Save that shit for the bedroom."

Sophia plugged her ears and closed her eyes tight. She didn't not hear that. Nope. Not a word.

Carol walked over and tapped Sophia on the shoulder. She opened one eye, and then unplugged her ears. "Are we ready to go?" Carol asked, looking at Daryl.

"Guess so." Daryl shrugged. "Where we goin'?"

"A little restaurant on the outskirts of town." Carol smiled, opening the door to Daryl's truck. Sophia had to sit in the back seat while she sat between Daryl and Merle. It should be fun. Atleast, thats what she had thought. It turned out that it would be more fun for Sophia and Merle than the two of them.

"Ya ain't serious!" Merle laughed.

"Dead serious! I walked in on them in the kitchen and... Ew!" Sophia shuddered at the thought of the memory. "Too much to take in at once. It's weird enough knowing your mom is dating, but to see kissing is just blah!"

"Sounds like they are lovey dovey huh?" Merle smirked, looking at a clearly embarrassed Daryl. "Darylina, I didn't know ya was like that." He smacked Daryl on the shoulder.

"Shut up." Daryl growled under his breath. Carol had her face covered. She couldn't take much more of this. Sophia and Merle hadn't stopped talking since they got to the restaurant. Sure, she was happy that Sophia was getting along with the older Dixon, but she didn't like the topic they chose to discuss. They continued to talk despite Daryl's frustration. Daryl pulled out his cell phone and hid it under the table as he texted. Carol's phone vibrated in her pocket. She pulled it out, and smiled a little at Daryl's text. It read "Kill me now." She placed a hand on his thigh and sent him a reassuring smile. He placed his hand on hers.

"They gettin' all lovey again! Man ya think they'd get tired!" Merle and Sophia laughed. Both Carol and Daryl hoped this night would be over quick. Neither could take much more of the humiliation.

"This was fun!" Sophia exclaimed as she got out of the truck.

"Sure as hell was kid." Merle smirked, messing up Sophia's hair. "Atleast for us anyway."

"Well if ya hadn't been buggin' me and Carol, woulda been fun." Daryl muttered.

"Oh you're just a poor sport." Merle laughed. "Come on kiddo, we better leave the two of them alone. Don't wanna witness what will happen in a few seconds."

"I second that." Sophia shuddered at the thought. "I'm thirsty!"

"Why don't you and Merle go inside and get a drink?" Carol suggested. "Seeing as you don't want to be around us."

"Good idea." Sophia nodded and ran towards the house.

"Don't take too long now. Don't wanna come out find you two rollin' around on the ground. Save it for the privacy of the bedroom." Merle smirked before walking towards the house.

"I'm about to fuckin' kill him." Daryl growled. "He's gonna be buggin' us forever."

"Let him." Carol wrapped her arms around his neck. "Nothing can stop us."

"Damn straight." He smiled, glancing behind them. He saw Merle and Sophia looking out the window. If it were just Merle, he would've flipped him off, but since Sophia was there, he figured it wouldn't be the best idea. So instead, he sent a glare their way. He saw Sophia giggle and then walk away from the window. "If they don't wanna see us, why the hell look out the window?"

"They want something else to make fun of. That would be my guess." Carol shook her head.

"I swear I will fuckin' kill him." Daryl smirked, placing a soft kiss on her lips.

"Is that all I get?" She asked, raising an eyebrow. "If we were alone, you would have tried to go further than just a kiss." Carol winked, leaning up to kiss him properly.

"But we ain't exactly alone. Otherwise, you're probably right." Daryl smirked, moving to kiss her neck.

"Daryl." Carol giggled, pushing him away. "You know I can't resist when you do that..."

"Damn." Daryl grinned, looking back towards the house. "Guess I better get back home." He sighed. "When is the next time I'll see ya?"

"The wedding is in a week. Probably that's when. I'll miss you though." Carol smiled, pecking his lips. "But you know you can see me whenever you want."

"Can I? With Merle around now. Someone's gotta make sure he don't burn the damn house down." Daryl stepped away from her.

"That's true." She chuckled, looking back as the front door opened. Sophia and Merle came walking out. Sophia had a kool-aid in her hand. "Well. I guess we'll be seeing you later Merle."

"Nice seein' ya again." Merle nodded. "Nice meetin' ya kid." He smiled at Sophia. Sophia just nodded, sipping her kool-aid. "Come on Darylina."

"Bye Carol." Daryl got into his truck. Carol waved to him as they drove away. Then she turned to Sophia.

"Did you enjoy embarrassing me and Daryl today?" She asked, crossing her arms.

"It was a blast. Merle is awesome. You should have him over more." Sophia nodded, a smile on her face.

"I don't think Daryl would like that much." Carol chuckled, putting her arm around Sophia. "Let's go inside and watch a movie."

"Cool." Sophia nodded, walking with Carol back inside the house.

A/N: Sophia and Merle bonding! :D R&R lovelies!
McBrideReedusLover.~