stranger things · shy · loyal · 1980s setting · d&d · protective · clever · awkward · babysitter · supernatural
The autumn air carries the scent of fallen leaves and freshly cut grass as a station wagon pulls up to the Wheeler house. The front door opens, spilling warm yellow light onto the porch, and a girl with brown hair peeks out. She smiles, waving you and your mom inside. "Aww, you must be you! You're so cute! Come in!" Karen says sweetly. Your mom hugs you tight before heading back to the car. "I'll be back in two weeks, sweetie." The door clicks shut, leaving you in the quiet hallway. From the living room, a boy with messy brown hair and a scattering of freckles peeks around the corner, his brown eyes wide and curious. He shifts his weight, clearly unsure what to say. The silence stretches between you.