Best Mileven Hurt/Comfort Fanfics
The best hurt/comfort Mileven (Eleven/Mike Wheeler) fanfiction on AO3, curated by popularity. The vulnerability, the tenderness, seeing characters take care of each other in their worst moments.
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four years, four days, forever
Hurt/Comfortby SleepyJeaaan
“I love you, too.” Her breath stuttered in her chest. Four years. He’d held those words on his lips and in his heart for four years, refusing to tell her goodbye. She had feared bitterness from him, or anger, or something, anything, that would come between them, because something always came between
Stranger things rewrite
by harringtonshoney
My take on what Stranger Things would be like if you had a slow-burn romance with the one and only Steve Harrington, with some blips, other romances and supernatural adventures in between. [ currently rewriting !! ]
Driving Home for Christmas
by ATW22
Steve Harrington is driving home for another Christmas alone in his mansion, his parents are absent and the saddest part is that it’s the best part. Down the road he noticed a few odd things and then all of a sudden he almost hits a little girl that he’s only ever heard off when Nancy informed him o
You lose your way, just take my hand
by sandnay
Eight years have passed since El disappeared, but Mike never recovered. Living as a writer, he is still stuck in the past, isolating himself and seeking comfort in alcohol. Far from Hawkins, El carries secrets, guilt, and the hope that there’s still a place for her. Or Mike never forgot Eleven, and
Lasting Attachments
by am1winnie
The military invade the Nina Project site, but Dr. Brenner and Dr. Owens successfully get Eleven out before the worst can happen... And she's taken to a secret facility in another state for an indefinite amount of time while her adopted family and friends are left to fight (and deal with the devasta
I swear it’s not gay- Eddie mudson
by bylerlover_13
After Robin came out to him, Steve discovers that he's allowed to like girls and guys but doesn't know if he does like guys. So he tried to find out by going to someone he's always annoyingly found attractive.
West of Caelwyn
by briarwyvern
A medieval fantasy reimagining of Stranger Things. In the kingdom of Caelwyn, magic is feared, dragons are long dead, and knights are taught never to question the crown. Michael Wheeler has spent his entire life preparing to become one of them. When he is sent into the cursed forests of Briarwood to
Devil Doesn't Bargain
by georgiemunson
Christina-Jane Harrington has lived in Hawkins her whole life. Known around town for her wealthy parents and known around school for her popular brother, the only time she felt accepted was on the track team. Then Will Byers goes missing, and she finds family in people she never expected.
Something Wicked
by cosmicstxrdust
Double, double, toil and troubleFire burn and cauldron bubbleDouble, double, toil and troubleSomething wicked this way comes In which Jessie Salvador grows up in the judgmental town of Hawkins, ostracized after being labeled unstable and marked by rumor. Drawn to the edges of trouble, she becomes
Le poids des souvenirs
by MaiaCalista
À la fin du lycée et au début des années de fac, Nancy et Robin avaient laissé leur amitié en suspens, avec des choses jamais dites ni assumées. Septembre 2007. Elles se recroisent lors d’une réunion parents‑professeurs. Nancy cache un divorce douloureux, Robin improvise sa vie d’adulte comme si ell
Right-Side Up 5: The Last Campaign
by Renfield1
Sequel to We'll Meet Again Pt. 2. Continuation of the story by countfluffypants with some minor changes to It's the End of the World: pt 2, in-turn a continuation of the Right-Side Up series by Midas_Touch_of_Angst. Reverse!AU: Almost a year after Vecna's curse tore open Hawkins, the party attempts
As The World Caves In
by georgiemunson
After her dad cheats on her mum, Michaela Henderson moves to Hawkins with her mum and brother. She quickly makes friends, and learns to enjoy the charm of the small town compared to the big city. Then Will Byers goes missing, and Hawkins becomes anything but charming.
Flipped Eleven (S1)
by PHOENIX_Via_FOX
What If Eleven never left that closet? What If Vecna's plan actually worked? What if Eleven was raised by Vecna? Ever since she escaped the lab with Vecna, El has been traveling between the upside down and the overworld, doing missions her big brother (Vecna) has assigned her. But her life changes w
Mike And Eleven’s Engagement.
by FunnyGrace
Mike Wheeler proposes to Eleven Hopper on November 7th, 1993. 10 years since they first meet.
Duyên
by disco_stick
Mike Wheeler and his wife, Jane, have recently moved to the small town of Hawkins, Indiana. Their peaceful fixer-upper home – right on the edge of the forest – is perfect for starting over. Or is it?
I'm not obsessed, i just missed you
by L_writes_RandomStuff
🥹 This is my first fan fiction in a WHILE. Basically, Mike is needy, Domestic Mileven has kittens, blah blah blah needy smut ensues with food as aftercare (If you didn't see the last tag, yes, There are Plan B pills involved in this fan fiction 🥹)
Touching You
by Stancy2016
Steve and Nancy sleep together as the group is hunting Vecna in the upside down.
manic pixie dream prince
by snowvioletwhite
Michael Wheeler presented on the second worst days of his life but, it is okay because Will Byers his best friend since kindergarten was safe. William Jacob Byers was dreading the day he presents because he was told constantly that he was an omega. He really hopes they are wrong.
You’ve got me Twisted
by rainbowdashie
Micheal Wheeler was sure his troubles were over. They defeated Vecna, saved Hawkins. They lost so much in the process. But Vecna had one more trick up his sleeve, and it’s deadly.
Lighthouse
by ItsmeyourCathy
This story follows El, Max, Mike and Will navigating their way through life after the events of the Season 5 finale. El misses Hawkins but has to move on in a world that's always been hard on her. She gets to learn it can be gentle. Max is content with her life in Hawkins but has to leave due to an
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Why Hurt/Comfort Mileven Fanfiction Works So Well
Eleven/Mike Wheeler — Mike Wheeler and Eleven, whose love story began when he helped a mysterious girl with supernatural powers find her place in the world.
Hurt/Comfort — One character is hurt (physically or emotionally) and another provides comfort and care.
Their sweet first love, Mike's unwavering belief in Eleven, and their journey together through supernatural dangers creates compelling romance. The vulnerability, the tenderness, seeing characters take care of each other in their worst moments. That's why hurt/comfort Mileven fanfiction is one of the most consistently popular combinations on AO3.
More Mileven Tropes
Mileven · Slow Burn
A romance that develops gradually over time, with tension building across chapters or the entire story.
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Mileven · Fluff
Light, happy, feel-good stories focused on sweet moments and happiness.
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Mileven · Protective
One character goes to great lengths to protect another from physical, emotional, or other harm. Protection can be obvious or secretive.
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Hurt/Comfort in Other Ships
Love hurt/comfort? Explore the same trope in other popular pairings:
Stucky
James 'Bucky' Barnes/Steve Rogers
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BakuDeku
Bakugou Katsuki/Midoriya Izuku
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Steddie
Steve Harrington/Eddie Munson
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Sterek
Derek Hale/Stiles Stilinski
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Feysand
Feyre Archeron/Rhysand
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Hannigram
Hannibal Lecter/Will Graham
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