The Dishonorable

Secrets

I had a perfect life, for the past two years, I've been living with my beautiful redhead girlfriend and her Nana Rose.

But I knew it was only a matter of time until everything would come crashing down.

Today was an important day for all the seniors at Riverdale High, Graduation day.

Between studying for finals and doing college applications there hasn't been any room for parties or having fun.

However, for me, the college wasn't an option at the moment, in 24 hours I'll be on a plane headed to Basic Training and then AIT.

22 weeks away from everything and everyone I love.

I won't be able to spend the summer with Cheryl laying poolside or going on some beautiful trip taking a vast number of pictures of her.

While Cheryl and our friends are off starting their freshman year of college, I'll be learning her job (MOS).

Learning the ways of the army. Becoming a soldier.

I didn't know how to tell Cheryl and every time I tried to; I would chicken out. Telling myself that I'd tell her when the time is right.

I'm furious at myself, 4 months and she still didn't know about my decision.

Hiding this huge secret from Cheryl was taking a toll on me.

I've been a little clingy and I sure she's starting to notice it amongst other things.

Sneaking out and going to the recruiting station without alerting Cheryl know was hard. With everything we've faced in the past, I know that this is at the top of the list of horrible things that I could've done.

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Shaking myself from my thoughts I lift myself up and crawl over the bed, standing behind Cheryl.

She's been practicing her valedictorian speech for a month now. She worked hard for this and I'm so proud of her.

I'm met with soft, golden brown eyes and a small smile. I was weak in the knees for a girl who I was hiding a huge secret from. I beam at her reflection in the mirror.

"Cher, I think you will do great babe. Your speech is perfect, and I know everyone will love it as much as I do."

"Thank you, TT, but it has to be perfect."

"It's perfect Cher, stop worrying you've memorized that speech and if you forget it just speak from that beautiful heart of yours," I say kissing along her neck

"MH. As much I would love to continue our endeavors from last night, we have to be ready in 30 minutes, TT." She says waking to her closet

"Ugh! Fine bombshell but you'll make up for it tonight." I say falling on the bed pouting.

(24 hours and the love of my life will hate me. She'll never forgive me) On the verge of crying, I'm taken from my thoughts when Cheryl throws her bra at me and yells at me to get dressed.

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Cheryl valedictorian speech was beautiful a few people including sweet pea were wiping their eyes. I made a mental note to make fun of him later about it.

We cheered for all of our friends when their names were called and as they accepted their Diploma.

Cheryl and I both screamed our heads off when each of our names were called. We kissed once everyone name was called.

Penelope Blossom showed up much to my dismay. She left soon after without so much a word. I know that Cheryl was happy when she looked in the audience and saw her. Even though I know Cheryl would never admit it to anyone thought but, I could see it in her eyes.

After taking pictures with everyone, we went back to the house to get ready.

Everyone was planning to go to Veronica's speakeasy to celebrate the night away.

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We arrived late but fashionable.

Cheryl was wearing red silk, high split backless sexy slip dress that hugged her body in all the right ways.

While, I, have on a black mesh splicing long sleeve backless dress that left little to the imagination.

Throughout the entire night, I received a few texts from my recruiter just telling me the items I needed to bring with me and about the process.

Cheryl kept looking at me suspiciously whenever I would look at my phone.

Frustrated and annoyed she asked who it was, but I couldn't tell her the truth not here, not now. I told her it was just a few of the pretty poisons asking about the next meeting and what they want to discuss. Cheryl looked at me skeptically but left it alone and dragged me to the dance floor.

My heart is happy in that moment holding her, gazing into soft brown eyes. I let my eyes wander around the speakeasy drowning it all in. Happiness, joy, and love.

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Having to leave early for the airport I lied to Cheryl so we could leave. I knew it was wrong, but I just wanted to be alone with her and it was time for her to know the truth.

When we made it back to the house, I practically ran to the bathroom almost knocking Cher over in the process.

Cheryl was laying in the bed waiting on me to come out of the bathroom so could we could most likely continue what we had started this morning.

I was dreading the conversation that we were about to have. I don't know if I should wait until after we make love or before. Who am I kidding we won't be having sex after I tell her this?

Looking into the mirror I tried to shake the feeling of dread, but I couldn't

Hearing my phone go off I look at the door.

"Babe, your phone is going off."

"Okay, thanks, babe."

"Do you want me to text whoever it is back?"

"No, it's okay I'll do it!" I say looking myself over in the mirror.

Little did I know Cheryl had picked up my phone and read the text messages between me and the recruiter.

I opened up the door and saw Cheryl's body tense up.

"Who is Sergeant dumb ass and why do you have to meet up at the recruiting station?"

She asked looking up at me.

I'm shocked by the turn of events.

I wasn't prepared for her to find out this way.

After not getting an answer Cheryl gets off the bed and stands right infant of Toni

My mouth opens like I'm about to say something, but I quickly close it averting her piercing stare.

"Are you cheating on me?" She says on the verge of tears.

"Cher, no baby I promise!" I said reaching for Cheryl's hands, tears already escaping her eyes.

"Then what is this?!" pulling her hands out of my reach holding the phone up.

"Did you not just hear me, I said What is this Antionette?!" she snarls shoving my phone into my chest

I grimaced at the use of my first name. I knew I had to tell her the truth. Right here right now.

I took a step back from Cheryl and just looked her like really looked at her. Looking into those beautiful hazel eyes I love so much.

I looked down and fidgeted with my hands and feet. After taking a deep breath, I looked up and finally let go of the secret I've been holding onto for 4 months.

"It's an army recruiter, I joined the army and have to leave for training tomorrow."

Thank you for reading my story. I've posted this on other fan fiction websites but I figured why not post it here. I've been editing the previous chapters that I posted if anyone wants to read this story on other website you can. I'm deployed and the internet is bad at the location I'm stationed at so I won't be able to post frequently. I hope everyone enjoys.