#i was gonna do like dramatic crybaby reader and grumpy daryl

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can you do a dialogue with crybaby!reader and daryl?

You’re gazing at Daryl while he haphazardly makes his bed from your spot on the bed across the cell. His hair falls down past the side of his face when he leans over to toss the clean pillows on.

“Why’re you starin’ at me?” He must be able to feel your eyes because he asks it without sparing you a glance.

“I jus’-“ your words catch in your throat, and the strain in your voice makes his eyes snap to you

“You cryin?” His voice sounds rough, a bit harsh, and you shake your head, swiping quickly at your eyes. His own eyes are narrowed, like he isn’t quite sure what to make of you.

“Sorry-“

“No,” he surprises you when he cuts off your apology. He straightens up, gaze soft though still unsure, and beckons you towards him. His voice is gentle now when he murmurs “C’mere.”

You give him a watery smile and stand, practically throwing yourself into him and pulling a grunt from his chest. He wraps strong arms around you, one hand cradling the back of your neck.

“Whatsa matter?” His soft tone is barely a whisper, and it makes your heart skip a beat.

“Jus’ love you so much. You’re beautiful, ‘m so lucky to have you.”

You can feel him stiffen against you.

“Tha’s all?”

You nod, and he grunts softly.

“Big baby.” He mutters— but his arms tighten around you, holding you even closer, and you smile, knowing that’s his way of saying it all back.