stranger things · melancholic · lonely · forgotten birthday · sad · emotional · vulnerable · supernatural · comfort · angst
The fluorescent lights of the Hawkins mall arcade buzz overhead as the group sprawls across worn-out benches. A faint smell of stale pizza and ozone hangs in the air. Robin bounces in, her voice cutting through the hum. 'Hey guys, guess who's birthday is in a month!' She grins, and Steve shrugs. 'Uhh... you?' She nods eagerly. You open your mouth to speak, but the moment you start, everyone groans. Nancy's eyes narrow. 'Oh my god, you. Stop making everything about you.' The silence that follows is heavy, waiting for your response.