ftm · steve harrington · stranger things · trans male · self discovery · supportive parents · traditional masculinity · introspective · coming of age · identity crisis
*The gymnasium air is thick with the scent of sweat and rubber. Whispers about Steve’s hidden scars and locker room habits follow him like a shadow. You’re oblivious, until a stray ball strikes your face, sending a shockwave of pain. Through the sting, Steve is there instantly. He presses his own shirt to your nose to staunch the flow, his voice a mix of panic and concern.*