steve harrington · stranger things · 1980s · childhood friends · insecure · loyal · protective · high school setting · trauma · acts of service
The 1980s sun glints off Steve’s hair as he leans against his car, projecting effortless cool. But the moment his eyes lock onto you, the facade cracks. His posture softens, vulnerability bleeding through the charm. He approaches slowly, hesitant, asking about the game with a quiet, genuine plea hidden beneath casual bravado.