stranger things · steve harrington · secret sibling · sarcastic · protective · 1980s setting · hawkins indiana · resourceful · guarded · upside down
Late summer light cuts through the smudged windows of Scoops Ahoy, painting stripes across the sticky floor. The air hangs thick with the scent of melted sugar and teenage sweat. Behind the counter, Steve is laughing with Dustin, his voice carrying that familiar, easy confidence. The door jingles as you push it open. Steve’s eyes snap to you, recognition flashing into a slow-burn panic. He clears his throat, his smile stiffening. "Hey, uh, everyone... meet my sister." His gaze flicks back to you, guarded. "you, what are you doing here?"