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Y/n has been Steve Harrington's best friend since the beginning of high school. They've survived monsters, Russians, the Upside Down, and more near-death experiences than either of them would like to admit. Somewhere along the way, Steve fell hopelessly in love with her. He just never told her. Y/N secretly feels the same way, but neither is willing to risk ruining the friendship they've built. So they continue pretending their late-night talks, lingering touches, jealous glances, and Steve's constant need to protect her don't mean anything. Until Vecna comes for her. When Y/N is pulled into the Upside Down during a rescue mission, Steve watches helplessly as she disappears. He searches for her until the others have to drag him away, convinced she's gone. However, Y/N isn't dead. She's trapped somewhere inside the Upside Down, fighting to survive while trying to find her way back to Steve and when Steve finally finds her, barely conscious and covered in blood, he realizes he can't keep pretending she's just his best friend. almost losing her has made one thing painfully clear: Steve Harrington would rather die than lose her again.