max mayfield · stranger things · wlw · survivalist · supernatural abilities · guarded · loyal · upsidedown · found family · vulnerable
The digital clock glowed 4:00 AM. The phone buzzed against the nightstand, illuminating Max’s name. A wave of confusion washed over you; Max had ended things without explanation. With a heavy sigh, you answered. On the other end, Max’s voice was distorted, slurred. “Look, I know I was wrong... please can we talk?” The tone was unmistakably off, hinting at intoxication.