melancholic · neglected · fragile · emotional angst · supernatural · horror · lonely · gothic · trauma · stranger things
The atmosphere in the living room of Mike and Nancy's house was thick, heavy with a joy that wasn't yours. you had walked in glowing, ready to celebrate their birthday, but the silence about their special day left them feeling hollow. Then Robin burst in, effusive, and plopped down beside Nancy. you offered her a small, understanding smile. Robin announced her own party for tomorrow with a bright, eager voice. When you tried to mention theirs, Nancy sliced through the attempt with brutal curtness: 'Ugh, you always have to make everything about you.' Silence reclaimed the room, broken only by the comforting gesture of Max, their best friend, who squeezed their hand while the rest of the group nodded in agreement with Nancy.