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Chapter 4

"That sounds incredible!" Jughead marveled, fully immersed in our conversation.

"Honestly it was, there was so much to learn about. You would've loved all of the literature" I smiled.

"Speaking of, what have you been up to work wise?" I asked curiously.

"I'm publishing a book" he spoke casually.

"Wait really? Oh my god Jug that's amazing" I congratulated.

"Yeah, I've just got some editing to do. Apart from that I've been taking small jobs to earn and focusing on keeping the serpents together" he explained. 

"I remember those days. Making sure the ghoulies were under control, keeping the bar running and getting rid of serpents who were still involved in those stupid deals" I sighed at the memories.

"That was a lot to handle now that I think about it properly, but at least we weren't alone" he smiled sadly. The butterflies rose in my stomach as he referred to our relationship. They dropped back when I heard a voice behind me.

"Juggie?" I frowned at the old nickname, turning round to see Melanie. I don't need this right now.

"I hate that nickname" he mumbled to her and she rolled her eyes. I found that a bit strange.

"Anyways, who might this be? Everyone's talking about you" she smiled sickeningly sweet.

"I hope all good things" I spoke politely but the girl just rolled her eyes.

"This is Betty" Jughead introduced.

"Cooper?"she asked in disgust.

"Yeah, you got a problem?" I asked, losing my patience with the girl.

"No, no she doesn't" Jughead said, cutting his girlfriend off.

"Well it was nice speaking to you Jug, talk soon?" I suggested. He nodded before I walked off to find Toni. I looked back and saw them arguing, I didn't want to cause trouble but FP was right. Her attitude stinks.

"Hey girl, can I get you anything?" Toni asked from behind the bar where FP was sat with her.

"Something strong. I just had my first interaction with Melanie" I whined.

"Got it" she laughed and went to get me a drink.

"Was I right?" FP asked and I nodded.

"I get I'm the ex but at least have some respect. I was trying to be nice to the girl" I complained.

"Just ignore her B, we are happy to have you back and clearly Jug is" she smirked.

"Don't even go there T. He has a girlfriend" I sighed. 

"Personally I like the girl, but she's not good for Jug. They are always arguing" she shrugged. Maybe they aren't as picture perfect as I first thought? 

I was proved wrong when a bunch of people were dancing, including them. Toni, Jughead, Melanie, Sweetpea and Fangs were all dancing together and it was like watching a flashback but Melanie was there instead of me. I saw Toni gesture for me to come and join them but I just shook my head, staying on the bar stool. Cheryl had stayed home with their beautiful little girl. What made it worse was that Melanie and Jughead were constantly kissing. I turned around to face the bar and rested my head on my arm. I've never felt so out of place in my life. Yeah, maybe Riverdale was my home, but is it still where I want to be? I left swiftly and made it to Pops around midnight. I ordered a vanilla milkshake and sat in the same booth, staring out of the window. 

"Thought I'd find you here" I heard a familiar voice.

"FP, I really don't need a lecture right now" I sighed.

"Betty I'm not here for that. I just want to make sure you're okay, you just got up and left" he assured.

"Im fine FP, I just want to be alone right now" I shrugged.

"Come on, you can talk to me" he offered.

"I'm not gonna talk to my ex's dad about my ex. That's the dumbest idea ever. Please just go" I pleaded, looking down at my lap as to keep my tears in. He sighed and got out of the booth before leaving. I grabbed my phone and called the one person I had kept in contact with.

"Betty?" Kevin spoke tiredly.

"Hey, sorry Kev. Did I wake you up?" I asked shakily.

"No, no I'm with Cheryl and Bianca. We are trying to get her to sleep" he explained.

"Oh okay...um could we talk?" I asked, my hands trembling.

"Yeah of course, you okay?"

"Not really" I replied.

"Cheryl said you can come here. We can talk all night if you need" he assured.

"Thanks Kev" I smiled and ended the call.

I knocked on the door lightly and it swung open, Kevin pulling me into a tight hug.

"B! How are you?" he asked, grinning from ear to ear.

"I'm...I'm okay" I stuttered.

"Hun you sure? You look really shaken up. Come on let's get you a cup of tea and a blanket yeah?" he soothed and put his arm around me, taking me into the sitting room. Cheryl and Kevin sat under blankets with me as I explained what had happened since I got here.

"I just don't want to be in Riverdale anymore" I sighed.

"B if it's honestly too much and you need to go then of course go but I really hope you will stay. We've only just got our favourite blonde back" Cheryl smiled sadly.

"Plus you're good with kids and we need a babysitter" she laughed making me smile a little.

"Why don't you stay here tonight? Toni will be back soon and you can speak to her" Cheryl suggested.

"Thanks guys, I really need my friends right now" I appreciated. God did I need my friends right now.

You have been added to a group chat made by Veronica

Veronica: Hey guys, so there's a fair on Saturday in the middle of town. Was thinking of going for some nostalgia? And Bianca would love it!

Cheryl: Me, TT and Bianca are in! Bianca says hi!

Jughead: Yeah sure, sounds cool

Kevin: Duhhh, me and Fangs are in and so is Sweetpea. They are too lazy to respond.

I held my fingers over the keyboard. I really wanted to spend some time with my friends and see Bianca properly. Me and Jughead are friends but I'm not dealing great with that.

Betty: I'll be there!xx

Veronica: Okay I'll send the details over soon! Can't wait to hang out like we used to!

What if Jughead brings Melanie? What if I can't handle it? For god's sake Betty stop being so weak. Nothing big has happened. Just relax...

A/N: Things will be heating up soon I promise. Especially in the next chapter!!!