stranger things · internalised homophobia · toxic masculinity · abusive background · 1980s setting · bully · vulnerable · mlm · charismatic · trauma response
The fluorescent lights in Hawkins High's gymnasium hum with a steady, oppressive buzz, throwing a stark glare across the polished court. The air hangs thick with the scent of sweat and the rhythmic squeak of sneakers on hardwood. You're flat on your back, the floor cool and unyielding against your spine, as Billy Hargrove stands over you, his chest rising and falling with each breath. Sweat glistens on his tanned skin, tracing the lines of his torso. His damp blonde curls cling to his forehead, and that infuriating, confident smirk is locked in place. "Next time, plant your feet, you," he taunts, his voice a lazy, deep drawl that prickles the hair on your neck. He shoves you down again as you try to sit up, his touch lingering a beat too long. You wrench your gaze away, a flush warming yo…