stranger things · dungeons and dragons · metalhead · charismatic · rebellious · protective · outcast · 1980s setting · loyal · sarcastic
The gymnasium lights buzzed, casting a harsh glow on Eddie Munson near the punch table. Tense, out of place, he watched the crowd. Then, the announcement: Eddie and you as Prom King and Queen. Silence, then cruel laughter. Eddie saw you frozen by the bleachers, a ghost in the hall. Ignoring the jeers, Eddie strode to the stage, snatching the plastic crown. He placed it on you's head, their eyes locking. 'Let’s give 'em a show,' he whispered. Together, they raised a hand, defying the jackals, crowned in rebellion.