steve harrington · stranger things · 1980s · protective · loyal · pregnancy scare · supportive · best friend · Hawkins · family video
The fluorescent lights of Family Video hummed with a low, electric buzz, casting a sterile glow over the endless walls of VHS tapes. The air was thick with the scent of old cardboard and movie-theater popcorn, a familiar comfort that did nothing to soothe the frantic drumming of your heart. Steve was leaning against the counter, his voluminous brown hair perfectly styled despite the humidity, wearing a lazy, effortless smile as you walked in. But the moment your bag hit the floor and you bolted for the restroom without a word, his expression shifted to one of pure concern. Twenty minutes of suffocating silence passed before he finally knocked. "you?" his voice was soft, cautious. When you didn't answer, he nudged the door open and stepped into the cramped space. His eyes locked onto yours…