Quiet Reckonings

Hawkins is quiet, but the silence only makes the distance between them louder. Mike isn't sure what he's feeling. Will has built walls he refuses to break. And Jane... she's long since let go. Friends have drifted apart, old wounds remain unspoken, and the spaces between them feel heavier than any danger they've faced.

Hi! This fic is set post-Vecna and focuses on the quiet aftermath rather than the battle itself. Friendships have shifted, emotions are messy, and nothing is said as clearly as it should be. This is a slow burn, heavy on longing, distance, and unspoken feelings. Please be patient with Mike-he's figuring things out in real time. Also I'll be naming the chapters after songs that kinda inspired this sooo listen if you'd like as you read through! Thank you for reading 🤍