𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐑| Max Mayfield [COMPLETED UNTIL SEASON FIVE]

ix. the lost sister

As Eleven and Theodore ventured deeper into the enigmatic void, something incredible unfolded. Cassidy, in the midst of it all, was suddenly overcome by a vivid vision. It was as if she could see Will, completely absorbed in drawing lines over and over again. The vision then shifted, revealing Mike surrounded by scattered papers adorning the walls of the Byers house. Cassidy's eyes widened in astonishment, and she couldn't help but gasp, her breath quickening as she processed the intensity of the moment.

Just as quickly as they had entered the void, Eleven and Theodore emerged, mirroring the actions Cassidy had witnessed in her vision. "What the fuck..." Cassidy muttered, her surprise evident in her voice. As she took a moment to collect herself, her breathing gradually returned to a steady rhythm. Concerned, Becky reached out to Cassidy. "Are you alright?" she asked. Cassidy nodded, assuring her friend that she was okay.

Cassidy wasted no time and made a beeline for the phone, her fingers trembling as she dialed the Byers' number. "Please answer," she mumbled under her breath, her voice filled with desperation. And then, a familiar voice came through on the other end. "Hello?" Mike's voice sounded both surprised and concerned.

Cassidy's relief was palpable as she blurted out, "Oh my god, Mike!" Her voice trembled with a mix of joy and worry. "Cassidy!? Where have you been!" Mike exclaimed, his voice filled with genuine concern.

"I'm really sorry... I-I wish I could tell you everything, but it's just not safe for me. I made a pretty foolish decision and went back to the lab, even though I knew it was a terrible idea. I had so many things I needed to say, so many frustrations to let out. They wanted to bring me back there... I couldn't let that happen, so I ran as fast as I could. Now I'm far away, and honestly, I have no clue how long I'll be gone for. Going back to that place is just not an option for me anymore. And on top of it all, I have someone else I need to keep safe." Cassidy ranted, her voice filled with a mix of regret, determination, and concern.

"Cassie... We're in a tough spot right now, and we desperately need your help. You see, you're the only one who can lend us a hand since El is no longer with us." Mike's voice quivered with a mix of urgency and vulnerability as he pleaded for Cassidy's assistance.

"What happened?" Cassidy asked quickly, her voice filled with concern. "Well, the shadow monster got him. He's experiencing these now-memories and has this true sight," Mike explained, his voice filled with a mix of worry and exhaustion. Cassidy's voice trembled as she asked, "How can I help?"

Mike took a deep breath on the other end of the line, gathering his thoughts. "You have the ability to control darkness and shadows, right?" he asked. Cassidy's voice filled with realization and a hint of excitement as she whispered, "Yes... Oh my god. I think I can actually get it out of him." Just then, Theodore's voice interrupted their conversation, calling out to Cassidy. "CASS!" Cassidy quickly responded, a sense of urgency in her voice, "I'm coming, Theo! Just give me a minute!" Mike couldn't help but be curious and asked, "Who's Theo?"