"The answer is no. I'm sorry, but we can't go searching for more people. Do you remember what Lilly said when she was leader? We have to focus on our group. Duck, Kat, Ben, Mark, you. All of you matter."

"So do my parents, Lee! Y-you don't understand." Clementine got off the log and marched toward Katjaa and sat next to her instead of Lee. Lee was crushed, but knew he did the right thing, and so did Kat when she gave the ex teacher a nod. That's when Duck approached the man and sat down next to him.

"So.. Clementine's parents." Duck commented, holding up a fake microphone.

"Duck? What are you doing?" Lee asked the kid, wiping his eyes with his forearm from the stress of the day.

"I heard you and Clementine. Did you know it's her birthday today?" Duck asked, causing the man to gasp in shock.

"W-what? She didn't tell me.." Lee shook his head feeling like a complete failure.

"Hey, don't worry! I know she's mad at you but I got a present for her that you can give out.. If you'll give me those animal crackers Mark picked up." The boy bribed, showing Lee an extremely detailed drawing of Clem and her parents. Lee picked up the picture and was stunned.

"H-how the hell did you draw this? It looks amazing." Lee asked, completely surprised at the ten year old's artistry.

"So.. Those animal crackers?"

"Yeah, Duck, here. I'll have to hold off on giving this until later though, she's still mad at me." Lee said, handing the boy his snack.

"Awesome!" The kid cheered, opening the package and shoving several cookies into his mouth. Suddenly, a shadow immersed the group as footsteps crunched against the leaves. Everyone looked to the noise to see a dirty looking old man. Lee got up and grabbed his rifle, pointing it at the stranger.

"Woah there. I don't mean no harm, this here's my train." The man defended, holding his dusty hands up.

"Oh yeah? What's in that box car over there then?" Lee quizzed, his finger against the skin of the gun.

"A bottle of whiskey, some water, a map to Savannah. I ain't lying, son." He answered.

"You're not with anyone else, are you?" Ben asked, sweat running down his temples.

"Nah, I prefer to stay on my own. Would you lower the gun, please?" The man asked. Lee dropped the rifle back to it's holster.

"Right, sorry. I'm Lee, this is Clementine, Katjaa, Duck and Ben. We have three others in the train." Lee introduced, the group mostly waving at the stranger, except for Ben who just sighed in relief.

"Nice to meet y'all, I'm Chuck. Charles, if you're fancy. Y'all want some candy?" Chuck offered, showing the group some chewy band candy.

"Yes please.." Clementine said meekly, still torn up about earlier. Chuck gave her some of the candy, a smile on his face.

"You didn't mess with it, did you?" Lee asked strictly.

"I know there are some sicko's out there, but no. I'd never." Chuck handed Duck and Ben the last of his candy before settling down on a nearby log.

"Would you mind staying with us?" Katjaa asked, a smile on her face as she watched the man pull out a guitar and begin playing.

"Not at all. Though, I'd like to meet the three others first." The old man nodded, beginning to play a soft melody. Katjaa sighed as Clementine held her hand tightly. Duck nuzzled up to her as well while Ben silently chewed on his candy. Carley, Kenny and Mark came out to find the group with a new face.

"Who's this?" Kenny asked Lee specifically, folding his arms suspiciously.

"This is Chuck. He's a nice guy and owns the train."

"Howdy." Charles greeted simply, trying not to lose focus on his guitar.

"Is he tagging along?" Carley asked.

"That's up to him." Lee responded, everyone looking at the new stranger.

"Sure, sounds like you're taking my home anyways. Plus, I like the warm group you got goin' on. I guess I could stick with ya. Where are ya headed anyways?"

"To Savannah. We're headed there for a boat." Mark answered.

"Ah, we'll see what happens then. We goin' now?"

"Yup, the train works perfectly thanks to Mark's handy work. Everybody on, we're headed to Savannah." Kenny commanded, leading the group to the train. Clem stayed by Kat's side once they had gotten inside, but did give Lee a few glances next to Carley. Kenny and Mark stayed up front whilst Duck fell asleep next to his mother. Chuck sat next to Ben, strumming along on his guitar, even if he could barely hear his instrument.

"Gotta be tough, takin' care of three kids. No disrespect, son." Chuck commented, looking towards the teenager.

"It's whatever.." He replied, looking back down to his hands. "I need some air." Ben added, getting up and walking to the outside of the box car.

"There used to be more of us." Lee said.

"Ah, dead got em?" Chuck asked.

"Some, not all." Lee answered.

"Ah, livin' too, eh? That's the reason I didn't get into a group for so long." Charles nodded, chugging down his alcohol.

Choices:

A: Give Clementine her gift.

B: Check on Ben.

C: Talk to Chuck.

D: Ask Carley for advice.

Relationships:

Kenny is a-okay with you, I decided to edit his relationship a bit since a user pointed out that he shouldn't be this high yet since we did side with Lilly in the meat locker and I thought they were right. 7/10.

Clementine is very angry with you, distancing herself out of sadness and frustration. 5/10.

Carley isn't sure what's urking you, maybe you should tell her? 10/10

Katjaa believes you did the right thing. Being honest isn't easy, but you're a good caretaker. 10/10

Duck is the GOAT. 10/10

Mark is still your best friend. 9/10

You just met Chuck, but he seems like a good soul. Maybe you should get to know him? 6/10

Ben seems distant lately. Maybe you should see what's up? 8/10

Andy St. John is still looking for you. 0/10