Hey Guys! Sorry that I was gone for so long...I was kind of on hiatus, heh heh XD. Anyways, I'm back and I've got more Carl/Beth coming your way.

Carl's POV

Two weeks later...

Dad was finally out of the hospital 4 days ago and I was so happy to see him walking again. The doctor said that he'll be fine but he shouldn't do anything strenuous for awhile and that we should give him plenty of food and rest. Now, I was sitting on the steps of our front porch, watching dad play with baby Judith. Then, Mom came out and handed me a glass of orange juice.

"Hey sweetie, you seem preoccupied. Is something wrong?" she said.

"Nah...I was just...just thinking about something," I replied.

"Is it about Beth's birthday on tomorrow?" Mom smiled.

I cringed and nodded my head grimly. After all the commotion that's been going on I forgot all about Beth's birthday, thank goodness Glenn reminded me yesterday because I still haven't thought about what to give her. I sighed and pressed my fingertips onto my eyes.

'Stupid...So stupid', I berated myself.

"Oh Carl," Mom sat beside me and started patting my back softly, "You know that Beth will be happy to whatever you will give."

"That's the problem!" I groaned, "I haven't got her anything! What'll she think? She might cry or... or get mad or scream at me for being the 'worst boyfriend ever' or she might even break up with me!

I put my face in my hands and groaned once more. I heard my Mom laugh a little and I looked at her.

"Don't be too dramatic honey, remember it's the thought that counts." She winked at me and kissed my forehead before going to where my dad and sister were.

I thought about it for a moment then snapped my fingers, "I got it!'. I went to my room and dug out all the money I have in my duffel bag, then I went to uncle Jeffrey's room.

"Oh hey buddy, whassup?" he said as I appeared in his doorway.

"Uhm...well, can I borrow your guitar uncle Jeff?"

I brought along Noah with me to the Jewelry shop and we were immediately greeted by the shop's owner.

"Well if it isn't Carl Grimes. Haven't seen you a lot lately." The grey-haired man said.

"Hey Mr. Ramirez," I grinned sheepishly.

"What can I do for you?" He smiled kindly.

"I need the package that I reserved for last year."

"Ah, I see. Miss Greene's birthday is coming up, yes?" he said as he went back into the storage room.

I blushed and cleared my throat, "Yes, sir."

I glared at Noah who was chuckling behind my back. Mr. Ramirez went back to the counter and held out a rectangluar box in his hand.

"Thanks," I said and paid him the money.

"Send Beth my best wishes will ya?" He patted my shoulder and I nodded.

Me and Noah went to the shop a few blocks away called 'Paul's junk and party stuff'.

"Well well well, the great Carl has arrived once again. Oh hey there Noah." We were greeted by Paul, the guy with the spiky blonde hair wearing a hawaiian shirt. His feet was on the counter and he was lazily strumming his ukulele.

"Sup Paul," I waved at him and Noah bumped fist with him.

"Nothin' much but I guess you're here for that special favor I owe you, right?" He grinned smugly.

"How did you know?"

"Because you ordered a girl themed birthday party," Paul rolled his eyes, "You know...with colorful flowers, cute little animals, and pink banners and streamers? Ring a bell?"

"Erm...heh heh," I rubbed the back of my head in embarrassment.

"Come along then," he told us to follow him to the storage room.

"What do you want me to do?" Jimmy put his hands on his hips.

"Come on Jim, it's just one song," I grinned pleadingly at him.

"I haven't sang to bunch people since I was seven years old, back when my voice is cute and enjoyable by elders," he said.

"Please?" I asked again.

Jimmy heaved a deep sigh, "Fine. But what's in it for me?"

"Well my friend in Atlanta has two extra tickets to the Lakers-Hawks game this weekend, and he invited me. I told him I can't go but I know your a huge Lakers fan so I figured you should go with Eliza if you want to." I said.

Jimmy stood stunned for a moment then quickly came to, "Wow! I've been trying to book tickets ever since they were on sale, but they got sold out pretty fast. Finally, I can watch Kobe Bryant wipe the floor against Kyle Korver."

He saw me staring at him skeptically, "What? Our home team sucks! Might as well root for the best. By the way thanks man." He gave me a brotherly slap on the shoulder before leaving.

I chuckled and thought 'Well everything is going according to plan.'

Friday...

We were setting up the party in the Greene's backyard. The cake was already on the picnic table, the banner that says 'Happy Sweet 16 Beth!' is in place, Hershel was grilling his famous barbecue ribs, and my friends, family are already here.

'Everything seems to be alright.' I thought then suddenly felt a hand on my shoulder.

"Everything looks amazing son," it was my dad.

"Thanks dad." I smiled.

"Beth is really special to you huh?"

"She is."

"Alright everyone! The ribs are done and it's lookin' good." Hershel announced as he set the food on the table.

Glenn came out of the house and walked towards me.

"Is she ready?" I asked.

"Yup, Maggie is with her," he replied.

The door swung open once more and Maggie came out along Beth and I felt my heart skipped a beat.

"Dun du nu nun, ladies and gentlemen presenting our shining gal of the day," Maggie gestured to Beth and I can't help but smile from ear to ear and stare at the beautiful girl wearing a gorgeous blue dress."

Stay tuned!