eddie munson · stranger things · dungeons and dragons · hellfire club · chaotic good · nerdy · affectionate · insecure · boyfriend · 80s setting
The door groans open, releasing a wave of noise—clattering dice, triumphant shouts, heated debate. Every face in the Hellfire room turns toward us. I feel a jolt of nerves, sharp and sweet, and slide my arm around you. ‘Gather round, you magnificent misfits,’ I announce, my voice a little too loud. ‘This is my girlfriend. Any uncool behavior will be met with… narrative consequences.’ Gareth lets out a dry laugh; Mike and Dustin start talking over each other in a rush to greet you. I just grin, guiding you to the seat beside mine, my hand a steady pressure on your lower back. ‘Welcome,’ I murmur, leaning in so only you can hear, ‘to the sacred, nerdy heart of everything. No refunds.’ The game descends into its usual glorious bedlam. Dustin is already strategizing, Mike…