Angel eyes B.Hargrove

Pre-Pubescent Wastoid

29th October 1983
Hawkins Arcade

A sleek '67 Chevy Impala pulled into the parking lot of the arcade. Lucas Sinclair was the first kid out, muttering under his breath about dangerous driving. Mike Wheeler got out next, followed by Dustin Henderson. Donna Harrington turned off the engine and stepped out the car, watching the kids she was so fond of run into the arcade. She saw Joyce Byers pull up and walked over. Will got out, said a quick hi to Donna and ran into the arcade. 'Joyce, I'll have my eye on him the whole night. I'll even take him home, I know it's out of your way so dont bother arguing with me.' Donna said as soon as Will left. Joyce gave her a smile and said, 'What would I do without you, Donna.' Donna just laughed and walked off, waving as she did so. She then walked into the arcade, looking to see where the kids are, and then going to get a drink.

Donna's Pov

'Cherry soda please.' I said to the girl working. I noticed a red head my age next to me looking around completely clueless. I got handed my drink and turned to her. 'You new here?' I asked her. 'Is it that obvious?' She laughed, 'I'm Mia Mayfield, this is more my sisters territory, shes called Max.' Mia said. 'I'm Donna Harrington, I babysit a bunch of kids who I take here every week.' We started talking and clicked. She was basically a best friend by the time her sister came over. 'Billys outside.' Max said and walked off. 'You have to meet Charlotte, you'll love her.' I explained as we walked out, 'I could pick you up tomorrow and we can all go shopping?' 'Sounds great.' Mia said. She looked over at a car and sneered. I followed her gaze to a blue camaro that Max was getting into. 'Damn thats a nice car.' I said. 'If only the person who owned it was nice.' Mia grimaced. 'Get your ass in the car, or I'm leaving without you!' Someone shouted, who I'm guessing was Billy. 'I'm talking to someone!' Mia shouted back, 'I'll see you at school.' She said to me. 'I'll meet you in the parking lot.' I said. She got in the passenger seat and Billy drove off, without me even catching a glimpse of his face.

I walked back over to the kids, cherry soda in hand, as they were arguing over a game. 'And until then, Princess Daphne is mine.' Lucas said as I got there. 'At least I'm still top of Centipede and Dig Dug.' Dustin retorted. Keith, a creepy guy who worked at the arcade, walked over with Cheese Puffs. 'Are you sure about that?' He said. A look of sheer panic crossed Dustins face as he sprinted across the arcade. 'No no no no no, you over priced bullshit!' He shouted at the machine, giving it a good kick. '7000 points, thats impossible!' Lucas said in awe of the score. 'MADMAX, whos MADMAX?' Dustin asked Keith, 'Is it you?' He continued to question the employee. 'You know I despise Dig Dug, besides if you want information it'll cost you something.' He said looking over to me. An expression of disgust took over my features. Keith had always had a creepy obsession with me, and the boys took it very seriously when protecting me. The boys followed his gaze to look at me and they all started protesting. Well, I say all but it was the majority of them. Lucas 'Donna just go on a date with him!' Sinclair. This next sentence here is why Dustin is my favourite. 'Dont let him go on a date with Donna, because hes going to spread his nasty ass rash to her whole family, and as her future husband it will spread to me. Mike will also get it because Steve will get it and pass it onto Nancy.' Thats Dustin for you. 'Its not a rash, its called acne you pre-pubescent wastoid.' Keith spat back. I scoffed, rolled my eyes and walked off. Later all the boys met me out front and I drove them all home, Dustin giving me a kiss on the cheek and a, 'See you tomorrow babes!'

When I got home, Steve was in his pyjamas and watching tv. I ran upstairs to change into my pyjamas and ran back downstairs after. I jumped on the sofa and we decided to watch Top Gun. Steve likes it because its cool and badass. I like it because Tom Cruise is the lead. We were cuddled under a load of blankets and we talked to each other. One conversation was who got what in the family. 'I got the looks but you got the hair.' I said. 'I got the three B's. I got the brains the beauty and the braun.' Steve argued. 'First of all, you did get the brains. Second of all, I got the looks and you got the hair. Third of all, Im stronger than you.' I finalised. It was true, Steve may be athletic but hes got total noodle arms. Hes as weak as anything. But you know, what else will siblings talk about on a night. I also made him shut up whenever Tom Cruise came on screen. We went upstairs after the film and I went straight to sleep.

Third person Pov

Once Mia got in the car, Billy sped away, driving more reckless than usual because he had to wait. The music wasn't that loud so they could talk. 'Who was she?' Max questioned Mia from the backseat. Mia looked at her in confusion. Billy acted as if he wasnt listening but he was, he wanted to know who kept him waiting. 'You know, the girl at the arcade you were talking to. She was really pretty.' Max said, trying to jog her sisters memory. 'Oh you mean Donna. She babysits a bunch of kids who go there alot, shes great.' Mia explained. 'That reminds me, Billy you dont have to drive me home from school tomorrow. Me, Donna and her friend Charlotte are off shopping afterschool.' Billy looked over to her with a frown, knowing he'd get in trouble for not bringing her home. 'Fine, but your explaining it to Susan and Neil.' He said after a few minutes. He refused to call them his parents. A smirk grew on his face as he asked, 'Is she fit?' 'Oh my god. Yes she is, but she wouldnt go out with you, shes not into assholes.' Mia spat at him. 'Everyones into me.' Billy answered with a smirk.