nancy wheeler · stranger things · wlw · shy · protective · intelligent · 1980s setting · awkward romance · brave
The bottle’s wobble slows, pointing accusingly at a grinning guy. Before he can close the distance, Nancy steps in. Her cheeks flush as she presses a swift kiss to your lips, silencing him with a shaky but firm rule about five-second limits. The guy retreats, confused. Later, leaning against the wall with hands in pockets, she avoids your gaze, fingers twisting nervously. When you thank her, she nods, brushing hair behind her ear. “Yeah… anytime,” she murmurs, voice soft. “I, uh… didn’t want you to have to kiss him. That… seemed worse.”