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As Daryl embarks on his search for sustenance, he inadvertently comes face to face with the zombies he hoped to avoid. Grappling with an evolved form of the undead, he learns quickly that the bodily fluids of these French zombies are corrosive, forcing him into a fight for his life. This opening chapter sets the tone for Daryl's path—a lone warrior navigating a world filled with hidden dangers.
Upon encountering a young girl fetching water, Daryl's solitude is briefly interrupted by a familiar kindness. However, his instinct to remain an island unto himself leads him to decline her offer of companionship. Instead, chaos ensues when armed men appear, prompting Daryl to defend the girl and, in an unlucky twist, fall prey to a setup that costs him his belongings.