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i just don’t think that you like me that much anymore by gaysforbyler
Fandoms: Stranger Things (TV 2016)
28 Feb 2026
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Mike stuffs his hands in his pockets as he waits for the door to swing open. When it finally does, his tense shoulders relax a little at the face that appears on the other side.
Joyce’s eyes widen in surprise when she sees him. Her inquisitive gaze makes him feel small, standing hunched over on her porch in the dim afternoon light. He must look pathetic— like a dog that’s been left out in the rain. “Mike,” she says, her voice laced with mock-cheer. He wishes she would just cut the act already. Kick him to the curb like she clearly wants to. “I wasn’t expecting you.”
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Mike seeks refuge at the Byers’ house during an emotional breakdown. He doesn’t feel very welcome there.
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- Part 3 of my love, take care of yourself
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05 Jul 2026
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“No. No, Mike, can you hear me?” He nods, ever so slightly. It’s enough for Will. If he’s dying— if these are truly the last words that will ever be spoken between them— there’s only one thing he can say. “I love you. I’m in love with you, Mike, please. You can’t go. I love you so much,” Will whispers, cradling his body to his chest.
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Will confesses his feelings as Mike takes his last breaths— and then Mike decides to be a stubborn asshole about it and survives. Will is left to deal with the aftermath of his choice, navigating an awkward new friendship.
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24 Jun 2026
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Neil is a math nerd who, by a stroke of dumb luck, falls into a group of friends that are the closest thing to family he’s ever had. So, when he tells them about his new mysterious crush, he shouldn’t be surprised how immediately they come up with a plan to help win them over. One they insist that if Neil follows it, he’ll have them falling for him in no time. But things don’t always go to plan – or do they?
Nicky wants to set him up with someone else. Matt and Jeremy are confused but supportive. Allison and Seth offer lewd suggestions, while Dan does her best to keep everyone in line. Jean and Renee know something, Aaron doesn’t really care, and Kevin just wants Neil to join the lacrosse team.
But one thing’s for certain – whether Neil’s successful or not, everyone’s got money riding on this.
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- Part 1 of All The Ways We Love
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22 Jun 2026
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Gerry's thoughts force him to stay up late, but Mike finds a way to make things better.
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- Part 10 of lightning and eyes
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11 Jun 2026
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How hard is it to put a growth-stunted, recently-turned nine-year-old baby stalker to sleep?
Or five times the Batfam fails to put Tim to sleep at a child-appropriate bedtime, and the one time said Tim goes to sleep at the right time.
This fic is a standalone. The only knowledge you need to know is that Tim is a menace.
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- Part 4 of Kid Tim and Kid Jason join the family early. Shenanigans ensue. That's it. That's the series.
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20 May 2026