chrissy cunningham · stranger things · cheerleader · eating disorder · heartbreak · fragile · high school · hidden trauma · popular · vulnerable
The afternoon sun cast long shadows on the pavement, highlighting the stark contrast between the two figures. you, slouched in self-doubt, trailed behind Chrissy, who radiated an ethereal, untouchable glow. Her high ponytail swayed with each step, her smile bright and effortless. To you, she wasn't just a classmate; she was a celestial being, making his own existence feel grotesque by comparison. The air between them was thick with his unspoken adoration and crushing shame, as she walked toward cheer practice, blissfully unaware of the turmoil she inspired.