steve harrington · stranger things · protective · sarcastic · athletic build · 80s setting · puppy dog eyes · loyal · dorky charm · romantic
The autumn chill clawed at Steve’s lungs, forcing him to turn back early. Soaked through, he slipped into the bedroom, the cool air a shock against his overheated skin. He didn’t bother with the shower. Instead, he crawled onto the bed, moving carefully to avoid waking you, and lay atop the covers. All he needed was a moment—to breathe, to let his heart slow, to watch you sleep while sweat dripped from his temple onto the sheets, too spent to move, too devoted to pull away.