Stranger Things: A Whitlocks Tale; A Dip of The Whitlock Life

Chapter 5: 𝚃𝚑𝚎 𝚂𝙿𝙻𝙰𝚂𝙷 𝚘𝚏 𝚊 𝙻𝚒𝚏𝚎𝚝𝚒𝚖𝚎

The next day the twins spent most of their day bored at school, there was nothing at all that even sparked a peek of interest at all. No fights, no pranks, no weird ass rumor-spreading drama, No perky girls, No sport complaining Jocks, nothing at all. Rosie went about her business to her locker without a care in the world. On the other hand, Robby was at his locker, which was RIGHT IN-FRONT OF ROSIE'S (behind rosie), sighing in boredom knowing he had just a period to go before they were out for the day.

Suddenly Nance approached Rosie and made small talk before they had to go to their next period.

"Hey nance."

"Hey, you still going tonight?"

"Yeah, it's fine if Robby comes right? He and Uncle Hopper are having some trouble.."

"Yeah. Steve wanted to ask you that later but i'll let him know you're bringing him... So, are you planning anything?"

"No? I just plan to show up, have a good time and head home for the night."

Nancy giggled at Rosie's agenda. Rosie wasn't always the time for chaos planning, she was more of Go, have fun, be safe, go home. Rose never really expected much from parties, after all this was her first one.

"Alrighty, well i'm gonna head off for now. Also a word from Steve, He says just dress cute, and have a bathing suit with you, He's gonna try not to shove your brother into the pool for you."

Rosie blushed a bit as she smiled a little.

"Tell him I will, and I'll see you guys tonight."

Nancy wandered off as Rosie shut her locker... Her heart is pounding in her chest.... she couldn't help herself.... Yes, it was obvious she had a crush, but this was her first time falling head over heels...

Robby, stared over at his sister rolling his eyes. 
"Girls..." He mumbled.
Robby was never really fond of such a thing as love. Love was the least of his worries, he was more of a party animal of running wild sort of guy. 

Robby walked over slamming on his sister's locker causing her to snap out of her zone.

"Wake up Rosie Posie, Love is for suck ups not twins."

Rosie sighed and rolled her eyes.

"Jesus is it wrong of me too?"

"Rose. Hoppers rules. Don't fall in love with humans."

Rosie knew Robby wasn't one for Hopper's rules, but for that reason she agrees with him.. Love, yes is for suck ups, but when you're a "Half-Experiment of a Kid" it's better to be safe than sorry.

As nightfall came, the twins were at home getting ready while their Uncle was out on patrol. Rosie, chose herself a cut light blue spaghetti strap, along with her bell bottom jeans and checkered belt. For Robby, he chose a "Back to the Future" shirt, his dark jeans and Jax's old jacket. 

Robby adjusted the jacket looking at himself while next to him his sister was putting a pastel pink headband, in her light brunette hair. 

"Real cutesy."

"Hey, i'm trying my best.."

"I know. just no more than what you got on right now okay?"

"I know Rob."

Robby sighed and smiled. He knew his sister was picky about her clothes but, it was part of what made Rosie the loveable twin sister he was born with.

The 2 lifted their bedroom window, carefully crawling out as to not make a noise as they dropped to their feet on the leafy ground below. Before leaving Robby checked out front to confirm the coast was clear. Once said and done, the 2 ran off into the night making it to the backyard of the Harrington's, where laughing, the cracks of cans opening, and splashing were heard just a mile through the forest.

Moments later, the 2 walked through the bushes catching the attention of the group. 

"Good to see you guys showed up!" Steve called.

Rosie rubbed the back of her neck with a nervous giggle while Robby dusted himself off.

Steve approached them and gave Robby a pat on the back and rubbed Rosie's shoulder. She smiled leading the 2 to the pool chairs to sit down and chill out for the time being. Steve sat beside Rosie while Robby was cracking open a Diet-Coke instead of a beer. Carol laughed at Robby's choice, Tommy was half drunk, and Nancy was having a blast, while Barbra watched nervously.

Steve kept a close eye on Rose as she laughed at one of Tommy's stupid drunk remarks. He had a thing for her... He was just too afraid to say anything because of her brother..

"So Rose, how'd you guys manage?"

"Hm?"

"You know, how'd you manage to get past the Chief? Especially after your guys stunt?"

Rosie's face went bright red... How did Steve find out about the "Total Gruesome Pumpkin Destruction" he brother dragged her into?!

"U-Uh eh heh..... We sorta jumped out our back room window while he was out on Patrol.."

"On Patrol this late at night? You have got to be kidding."

"W-Well that's Uncle Hop for you.."

Rosie giggled nervously. She felt so awkward after him saying he knew about the whole Destruction thing... But that didn't change the fact her face was red.

Suddenly a loud Splash was heard, as Robby was seen pushing Tommy into the pool. Carol jumped in after, then Steve, then Nancy, then Robby. Rosie laughed at them splashing around and having fun while Robby almost purposely drowned Tommy for being a jackass. Steve messed with Nancy getting her entirely soaked. Rosie smiled at everyone before turning to barbra who was just fed up. 

Rosie then stood up.

"Steve do you want me to get the towels for you guys?"

"Yeah! Here i'll go with, then we'll get everyone inside and dried up."

Steve then got out of the pool as the 2 walked inside to get towels for everyone. Steve slid open the door for Rosie stepping inside after had entered. Rosie looked around the cozy home, impressed by how fancy it seemed, and how comforting the vibe was.

"Come on, this way, towels are just up ahead."

Rosie and Steve went up ahead, to a closet full of blankets, towels, pillows and spare supplies. Rosie stepped in first looking around as Steve walked in after.