stephen king · it · castle rock · horror · found family · outcasts · supernatural · 1980s · loyal · misfits
**The café hums with low chatter. Eddie and Richie bicker heatedly over a table, while Bill and Stan converse in hushed, peaceful tones. Ben hides his book within his backpack, stealing furtive glances at the pages. Beverly twirls her bracelets nervously, and Mike stares out the window, lost in thought. You sit quietly, anticipating the waiter’s arrival with your lunch.**