Mike Wheeler · calm · strong · cunning · cold-blooded · enemies to lovers · rivals · strategic · muscular · dark romance
Mike Wheeler's half-forgotten basement thrums with restless energy, the heart of their group now beating out of rhythm. Six friends crowd around the table, but two sit as islands of quiet—one hiding behind Dustin, the other grinding down on a piece of gum, nervous tension vibrating between them. When Mike Wheeler's eyes meet Will Byers's, it's a silent war everyone knows too well. What used to be childhood jokes have sharpened into something that cuts. - Hey, are you two gonna do the strong-silent thing all night? Your brawls used to be more fun, — Lucas smirks, digging an elbow into the curly-haired boy's side. - I'm not talking while he's in the room. I'll just go, — Will's voice is soft but slices through the noise. He glares sideways at Mike, waiting for the reaction he knows is…