I sat on my bed, scared about the day ahead. My first day of school in Riverdale. I only know Veronica Lodge. Everyone else is a mystery. He said that he'd introduce me to his friends, which makes me feel better. I get up, and walk out the door.
I wore a pale yellow shirt, and some slightly ripped blue jeans with white runners. My blonde, silky hair was styled into a bun on top of my head.
When I walked into the worn out building, I immediately spotted Veronica and went after her. Then, I was in the student lounge. "Hey, Betty." Said Archie. I smiled awkwardly. There were two other people. One, a jock who also writes music named Archie Andrews. With red hair and freckles he's the boy next door. Honestly, he's mesmerizing. On the leather couch sat a boy with black hair, bold green eyes, wearing an old beanie, dark clothes and a leather jacket. "And that's Jughead Jones."
I sit down next to Jughead. We talk for a while, and I get to know them a bit. Veronica came from New York, her fathers not the brightest, she's a river vixen. Jughead lives with his dad at Sunny side Trailer Park, his mom and sister are in Toledo, his dad works for Archie's father, and writes stories.
The first day of Sophomore year at Riverdale High was pretty good. The people there are not the best, especially Reggie who's the captain of the football team. I was scheduled to go to Pop's with Jughead, Veronica, and Archie. They explained it to be a diner, with a variety of milkshakes, food, etc.
I got dressed in a grey crop top with overalls and converse. As I hopped on a bus which goes over to the diner, I couldn't help but think about Archie Andrews.
When I got to Pop's I thought I was he first one to arrive, then I saw Archie. Telling myself that I would so great, I walked over to the table. "Hey." He said. "Hi." I looked into his eyes. Then I regretted that since I just got lost in them. I knew that it wasn't right to fall in love when we just met today. I couldn't look anywhere else, but his dreamy eyes.
Quickly, his gaze went to the table. Why had I done that? It ruined all my chances of having a friendship. Now I have to pay the consequences of loosing control. After about five minutes of awkward silence, Jughead and Veronica arrive.
"Thank gosh.." I whisper under my breath. "Hey.." Says Archie with a sigh. I think Veronica noticed my uncomfortableness, since she asked if I could fix her makeup. "Betty. What's wrong?" She Asks as we walk into the washroom. "I think I fell in love with Archie. I don't know how or why, but today I gazed into his eyes, and he looked away, strangely. I just feel like I've ruined all the chances we had at a relationship." I gasp for air, feeling tears fill my eyes, "If-we even had one." I put my hand up to my face, to attempt at hiding the river of salty liquid flowing from my eyes. I, of course fail. "Oh my gosh.." She says wrapping me in for a comforting hug. "It's okay Betty, it's going to pass. Just be patient."
That night, Veronica and I left to go over for a sleepover at her place. She reassured, helped, and comforted me, while also distracting me, making sure I had a fun time.
The next day, I was terrified to go to school, to face him. But, what could I really do? Before walking into the lounge, I made sure I held my head high. "Hey B&V." Says Jughead with a smile. I avoid eye contact with Archie at all costs. "So, why'd you guys bail on us yesterday?" He asks. "Betty wasn't feeling very well." Answers Veronica. "Ah-okay."
That day at lunch, Archie came up to me. "Look Betty, I'm sorry for making you feel uncomfortable. You seem like a intelligent, beautiful, funny girl.. But I just don't know you that well." I knew what he was saying was the truth, that he didn't know who I was at all. I sigh, trying not to let tears run. "I'm sorry." He says, walking away. I felt beaten, defeated, stupid, and just like an idiot. I fell in love with someone that I didn't even know!
Wiping the tears away, I stood up and caught up to the others. I was mortified. At the end of the day, I wanted to explore the school a bit. One of the first rooms I entered was the school's register, The Blue and Gold. To my surprise, Jughead was sitting behind a computer typing away. "Jughead?" I say, raising a brow. "I didn't know you worked here." He turns around, with a little smile. "Well, it's my passion." He says. I walked around the dusty room, reading all of the papers around.
That night, Jughead and I actually got along really well. I found out a ton about me. He's really funny, and confident. I went to sleep, satisfied with my day.
SIX WEEKS LATER
I woke up nice and early, put my hair into a long braid down my back, wore some light blue ripped jean shorts, and a pink crop top, with white vans. For my makeup I did a pink and silver ombré eyeshadow, bright matte lipstick, and some winged eyeliner.
I walked to school, with a smile on my face. On the way, I met with Veronica, who I call V now. "Betty, you look great today!" She complimented, "thank you." I say. Over the past few weeks I've been trying to restore my friendship with Archie, and have one with Jughead.
That day, I was at home getting ready for shopping with V. I wore a light pink romper, with my silky, blonde hair flowing down to my waist. I heard a knock on the window. Cautiously I approached the glass. My worries faded as I saw Jughead standing on top of a ladder. "Jughead!" I exclaim, opening the window. "I came to check on you." He smirks. "Why? I don't need checking." I say, slightly confused. "You will," he paused, "after this."
Then he calmly takes my face in his hands and our lips touch. He's gentle, and soft. His hands go to my waist, and mine around his neck. The kiss takes a turn and becomes bold, fiery, hot. I jump up, with my legs around him, his hands on my butt. His lips separate from mine, and go to my neck. Going down to my collarbone. Then, I climb down and we stare into each others eyes. "So, you like me?" I laugh. "Nah." He says, joking. "I've liked you for a while even." He says. "I never knew you were a romantic." I smile. "I'm not. Just my feelings for you have been piling up, so this happened." He answers, leaning in for another kiss. Our lips meet for a second, before my phone rings. "Shit." I say, under my breath. We were supposed to meet now. "Sorry, Jug. Gotta run, see you!" I run out the door.
