The whispers have turned into screams.

With the death of Jesus weighing heavy on the group and the looming war with the Whisperers, we can only expect more bloodshed in the coming weeks.

Will Daryl and Michonne be able to prevent more casualties, or will the death toll rise as the Whisperers continue to make their presence known?

With The Walking Dead returning this Sunday, let's take a gander at some photos from the midseason premiere episode: "Adaptation."

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1. No Messing Around

Michonne (Dania Gurira) looks like she means business as she appears behind two walkers.

2. A Helping Hand - The Walking Dead Season 9 Episode 9

Luke (Dan Fogler) pulls his weight as he assists Alden (Callan McAuliffe) with an important task.

Daryl (Norman Reedus) engages with an unseen enemy.

Judith (Cailey Fleming) can definitely hold her own against walkers, but how would she do against the Whisperers?

Following the devastating Whisperer reveal the group journeys back with their fallen friend in tow.

While the group makes their way back home a dangerous threat awaits in the distance.