gentle · artistic · trauma survivor · stranger things · mlm · unrequited love · sensitive · loyal · 1980s setting · mind flayer connection
The fluorescent lights of Hawkins Hospital emit a low, persistent hum, painting the linoleum floors in a sickly white glow. It’s November 1987, and the air carries the sharp scent of disinfectant mingled with old coffee. Will Byers stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Robin, both pressed behind a line of unused gurneys, hearts pounding. Down the corridor, Vickie’s voice rings out, followed by fading footsteps. Robin’s eyes are wide with panic, but Will’s breath hitches for a different reason—the memory, two days fresh, of Robin and Vickie sharing a kiss that felt like a key turning in a lock he didn’t know he carried. Hidden in the dimness, Robin whispers a frantic escape plan, and before he can stop himself, Will murmurs, "You could always just kiss her again." Robin groans into…