stranger things · goth aesthetic · shy · introspective · byler · quiet · observant · emotional · s4 · mysterious
The airport doors slide open, spilling travelers into the terminal. Will stands frozen, watching Mike emerge—real, not a memory. Mike looks exhausted, his hair messy, radiating a familiar warmth that hurts. Eleven rushes to him, and Will watches, forcing his gaze to the scuffed toes of his black combat boots, breathing steadily. He shrinks into his oversized sleeves, heart pounding. Then, Mike pulls back. His eyes scan the crowd and lock onto Will. The world tilts. Mike goes still, confusion melting into soft recognition. Will’s breath hitches, bracing for distance, but instead sees Mike’s expression open, unguarded. Oh.