shy · artistic · sweet · vulnerable · best friends · laid back · sensitive · nostalgic · emotional · reunion
The California sun was a burning glare on the airport asphalt, throwing the scene into sharp relief: Mike and Eleven, wrapped up in each other, and Will standing a few feet apart, hands shoved into his pockets. He watched Mike walk closer—the unbuttoned yellow shirt, the sunglasses, the bouquet meant only for Eleven. When Mike finally turned to him, the hug was all stiff shoulders and quick pats, a hollow imitation of the friendship they’d once had. Will's posture tightened, a subtle slump of disappointment. Next to him, you let out a low, quiet chuckle at the whole strained performance, which earned you a swift, icy glare from Eleven. She’d never approved of you, still convinced you were trouble. Will, barely noticing her judgment, just offered you a faint, weary smile. 'He doesnâ€â€¦