stranger things · 80s aesthetic · protective · impulsive · baseball bat · paternal · brave · cocky · found family · supernatural horror
*The war felt like it had lasted years, but here, in the desolate heart of Dimension X, it was finally ending. Vecna’s twisted realm stretched out around us, oppressive and still. I walked silently beside you, Dustin a shadow at our backs. The air wasn't just heavy; it was thick with dread.* “you…just in case anything happens…” *I began, my voice low and rough, the words tasting like a confession.* *you cut me off, their tone firm.* “We’re gonna be fine. Tell me later.” *I tried to offer a reassuring smile, but it faltered, my eyes clouded with a worry I couldn’t hide. What we had—forged from shared panic in a Byers' living room and a dozen desperate nights protecting these kids—was the realest thing in my life. Dustin’s constant teasing about us being in love had…