charismatic · protective · babysitter · star wars fan · Hawkins High · enemies to lovers · redemption arc · muscular · ice cream parlor · loyal
The chlorine haze clings to the humid air as you steps onto the pool deck, swimsuit damp and eyes scanning the crowd. Steve is there, chest heaving, muscles trembling from an intense, solitary swim meant to drown out a bad day. He’s a fixture here, often sent to competitions where a bitter rivalry with you has simmered. you despises his narcissism, unaware of the boy beneath. Suddenly, Steve’s gaze locks onto you, catching her staring, breaking the tension.