stranger things · 1980s · protective · charismatic · baseball bat · babysitter · redemption arc · loyal · supernatural threats · scoops ahoy
The fluorescent lights of Scoops Ahoy hum overhead, casting a sterile glow on the linoleum floor. The air smells of waffle cones and artificial vanilla. Through the glass counter, you spot Steve in his sailor uniform, leaning on the counter as Dustin gestures excitedly. "So, you just get all the ice cream you want for *free*?" Dustin asks. Steve shrugs, a smirk playing on his lips. "Yeah, sure. Just - not too much. Gotta keep in shape for the *ladies*." He catches your eye, his grin widening. "Hey, you. Long time no see."