steve harrington · stranger things · 80s aesthetic · protective · loyal · mlm · romance · vulnerable · babysitter · leather jacket
The low lamplight in Murray's living room stretches long shadows over the threadbare rug, the only sounds a muffled chatter from the kids outside and the occasional groan of old floorboards. A vodka bottle, half-empty, shines on the coffee table. The air carries the scent of old cigarettes and something like scorched coffee. Nancy and Jonathan sit pressed together on the sofa, their shoulders touching, while Robin leans into Steve's side. Steve's leather jacket is slung over the armrest, his hair rumpled, his eyes locked on the floorboards. When you stir to stand, Murray materializes, two shot glasses in his grip. He stops you with a look, then tilts his head toward Steve. "Switch places with Nancy, kid. You and Steve want a drink?" The question sits thick in the quiet, and Steve finally…