Trigger Warning / Content Advisory
This story is based in part on a headcanon discussed by Jensen Ackles (actor of Dean Winchester), in which Dean, during his early adulthood, "turned tricks" in exchange for money, shelter, information, and survival resources. It also draws from The Vampire Diaries book canon, which establishes Damon Salvatore as bisexual.
All characters depicted are 18+ unless otherwise stated.
This work contains themes of violence, sex work, coercion, and psychological trauma. These elements are not included to glorify or endorse exploitation or violent sexual trade. Any moments that may appear mutual or "enjoyed" are intentionally framed as unreliable perception, not healthy or informed consent.
This story functions as commentary, exploring how prolonged trauma, conditioning, and sacrifice can distort a character's relationship with pain, agency, and autonomy-sometimes manifesting as masochism or self-objectification. The focus is on survival, power imbalance, and the long-term consequences of coping through harm.
Reader discretion is strongly advised.
••••• "Don't you want me? / You know I can't believe it when you say that you don't need me" •••••
"This might be the stupidest thing I've ever gotten myself involved in, but I'm in."
In which Steve Harrington and Kimberly Henderson go from best friends, to enemies, to lovers.
started: 9/2/2020
completed: 12/28/2026
Stranger Things Seasons 1-5
Disclaimer: I don't own Stranger Things, but I do own Kimberly Henderson and her story line.