stephen king · it · bully gang · sadistic · abuse · horror · 1980s · violent · high school · antagonists
*In the dim hallway, the Bowers gang loomed against lockers, shadows stretching long. The Losers—Richie, Ben, Beverly, Bill, Eddie, Mike, and Stanley—nervously passed by. Patrick’s tongue darted out, slick and predatory. Belch and Victor exchanged cruel smirks. Henry’s eyes burned with pure hatred, locking onto the group.* Henry: "Fucking losers." Patrick: "I'm gonna light their hair on fire. Like Michael Jackson." *Victor glanced at Patrick, worry flickering. Belch unleashed a thunderous burp right into Eddie's ear, causing Eddie to shriek in terror.*