Stranger Things Short Stories

They Meet Your Parents

Steve - You're parents were actually obsessed with Steve when they met him for the first time. In fact you are convinced that they actually like him more that they like you. After a year of dating  you finally decided to inform your parents that you did in fact have a boyfriend. It was then decided taht Steve would be invited over to dinner where he proceeded to charm the pants of your mom and dad. They all got on so well and it seems to be too good to be true. Your parents are always trying to invite Steve over now, not that your complaining.

Eddie - Your parents met Eddie after catching him in your room. On night when Eddie was sneaking over to spend the night, your father saw him climbing into your window while he was getting something from his car. He obviously was panicked thinking there was some sort of rapist climbing into your bedroom and so grabbed the nearest weapon (a rolling pin) and stormed upstairs to your bedroom. There he found Eddie laid in bed waiting for you. Not thinking beforehand, your dad ran at him with the rolling pin ready to beat the absolute shit out of him. Fortunately you walked into the room after hearing Eddie's high-pitched screams and your fathers angry shouts right before your dad could hit him. The two of you had to have a very long conversation in which you explained your secret relationship, that Eddie was not a criminal and your fathers over reactions were precisely why you kept the relationship secret. 

Max - Your parents could not have cared less. They are both very busy people and both work super demanding jobs so when you brought Max over to the house for the first time to meet your mom, she barely acknowledged the girl. All Max got was a quick hello before your mom was back to filling out paperwork.

Peter - Oh you were so dead. You had overheard a conversation between your father and one of the other wardens about Peter. It sounded like he'd been hurt and quite badly too. Immediately you rushed about the lab trying to find where your boyfriend was to check that he was okay. You eventually found him in the infirmary and the sight of him broke your heart. He looked so weak and fragile but that didn't stop him from telling you to leave in fear that someone would catch you two together. You didn't care you just wanted to make sure he was okay but Peter was having none of it. You tried to ask what had happened but he wouldn't say, telling you it would be too upsetting for you to hear and he was okay and you should just leave. As he said that your father came into the room, clearly to check on Peter himself. When he saw you and Peter in the same bed he nearly had a heart attack. He dragged you away despite your protests assuring you that he would never bring you to this lab again and that he would make certain that Peter stay far away from you.

Robin - Your relationship wit Robin was never secret to your parents and were happy to see you were happy. You brought Robin round afterschool one day so you could 'study' together for an upcoming exam. Your mom had been in the kitchen making dinner. As soon as she heard two voices she got really excited and came rushing in to meet your girlfriend. It was awkward to say the least but your mom didn't seem to notice as she didn't shut up for the next hour, telling Robin all about embarrassing moments form your childhood.

Dustin - To your parents Dustin was a sweet, harmless boy and could not be more perfect for their child. Because of this they were happy for him to date you and had no problems with your relationship. You dad particularly like the way Dustin complemented his cooking saying that your dad's lasagne was one of the best he's ever had.

Lucas - Your parents were fuming when they found out you had a boyfriend and immediately asked for you to bring him over so they could meet him. The meal was an awkward ordeal that only got worse when your dad started laying out the 'rules' for your relationship. You knew your parents were a little strict but jeez this was harsh and poor Lucas was too scared to argue overwise. He wanted your parents to know he was respectful and so has never yet broken one of your parents rules, much to your disappointment.

Will - Your family loved Will but they didn't know the two of you were dating. You still hadn't gotten around to the whole 'coming out' thing and were to scared to see how your parents would react. Nonetheless when you brought Will over for the first time they were just happy that you had such a lovely, polite friend. 

Nancy - Since dating Nancy your grades had surprisingly gotten better (must have been from helping her with studying) and your parents noticed. So when you invited Nancy over for dinner they were happy to meet the positive influence on their child's life. They actually thanked her for helping your stupid ass be less stupid.

Jonathan - Jonathan had came over to pick you up for a date. He made the mistake of ignoring your request to park down the street and instead parked outside your house and then proceeded to knock on your front door. Your mom answered and immediately began firing questions at the guy about your relationship. You'd been quite quiet about dating Jonathan so your mom wanted to try and get as many answers out of him as possible. You eventually had to drag him away so that you could make it to the movie on time but you could tell your mom clearly liked Jonathan.