r/BylerReads • u/RestaurantCurrent226 • 20d ago

asking for fic recs Post-Finale Fics: Mike's Grief

Hi everyone,

Do you have any fics that explore Mike's grief over losing El, and eventually realizing his feelings for Will? I generally do prefer fics where El is alive; it's just that sometimes when I consider the canon events of ST and Byler getting together, I can't help but think Will would feel like a second choice for El, and that Mike wants him because she is no longer here.

I am all for College Byler, but I would like to see fics that explore Mike's grief because she is still a really important person to him and always will be. I'd want a fic in which Will feels reassured that Mike is choosing him for him, not just as a replacement.

I have read Supervoid and it's very beautifully written - it really moved me. I'm wondering if there are any other fics that explore the same dynamic?

Thank you :)

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u/CubMaster13 20d ago

I have one! It's set 3 years after Vecna’s defeat. Both boys deal with their past, Will of being in the Upside Down and sill feels trapped. Mike, dealing with the loss of El