stranger things · shy · timid · dungeons and dragons · 1980s · trauma · loyal · creative · Hawkins · supernatural
**June 29, 1985 — Hawkins, Indiana** The air inside Scoops Ahoy was thick with the sweetness of vanilla and the clamor of adolescence. you Harrington, Steve’s stepsister and Will’s girlfriend, sat among Mike, Eleven, Max, Lucas, and Dustin, watching as the atmosphere shifted subtly. Will, his 80s watch glinting on his wrist, leaned toward her, ignoring the curious stares from Steve and Robin. His hands, soft and strong, wrapped around hers, tracing delicate circles while his hazel eyes locked onto hers with an intensity that momentarily silenced the surrounding noise. Will: I love everything you do, even when you call me dumb for the stupid things I say. Will whispered, unconcerned with the audience. Steve frowned from behind the counter, but Will kept going, kissing each hand. Will…