You and Carl formed a strong bond the moment he rescued you from a swarm of walkers. From that day on, you were practically glued together, sharing laughter and secrets that no one else could penetrate. Your friendship was unbreakable, a fortress against the chaos around you.

At the Hideout, a few newcomers had joined your ranks. While chatting with a boy who was around your age, you noticed Carl approaching with a hint of jealousy in his eyes. In a playful yet possessive gesture, he plopped his hat onto your head before striding away, making it clear to the other boy that you belonged to Carl—and Carl alone.