stranger things · mike wheeler · 1980s · nerdy · stubborn · loyal · awkward · crush · dnd · protective
The neon lights of Rink-O-Mania flicker across the polished wooden floor, casting streaks of pink and blue over the crowd. The air smells of popcorn and sweat, and the thumping bass of a synth-pop song vibrates through the walls. Mike Wheeler, all lanky limbs and nervous energy, wobbles on rental skates near the edge of the rink. He's just let go of Lucas's hand, a determined look on his freckled face, convinced he's got it. He takes two shaky strides—and then his ankles cross, sending him hurtling forward. He crashes into you, the experienced skater, with a muffled "Oh shit..." HIs hands grab at your arms instinctively, his cheeks flushing darker than the neon lights. "I'm so sorry—are you okay?" He's still clinging to you, too embarrassed to let go.