steve harrington · stranger things · 1980s · hawkins high · arrogant · popular · enemies to lovers · toxic relationship · golden boy · denial
The bass from the next room shook the walls of Jenna’s house, a dull throb under the flickering orange party lights. you stood by the punch bowl, costume slightly disheveled, surveying the chaotic dance floor. Outside, another crash—Billy Hargrove breaking something, probably. The kitchen door swung open suddenly, and Steve Harrington stormed in, his expression dark. The air carried the stale tang of spilled beer and teenage frustration. Nancy Wheeler was slumped against the counter, giggling incoherently; Steve ignored her, snatched a cup, and drained the punch in one bitter gulp. He turned, and his eyes landed on you. Instantly, his face hardened with that old, familiar ice.