It was just another day at the Blue and Gold student newspaper, and one Mr. Jughead Jones was distracted, for perhaps the first time in his life. Across from him sat Betty Cooper, his co-publisher and perfect woman. Her forehead was puckered in deep concentration, and she was biting her strawberry lips. She looked utterly kissable, and to Jughead, she looked perfect. Betty was in a deep discussion with Reggie Mantle, their sports correspondent and overall asshole. Jughead narrowed his eyes as Reggie leaned closer to her, under the pretense of pointing something out on his laptop.
"Juggie? Earth to Juggie?"
Jughead was shaken from his reverie and gave a smiled lightly, as he replied "What's up?"
" Do you want to go to Cheryl's house tonight to look for more clues? She's having a party and Reggie said he can get us in."
Jughead leaned back in his chair and snorted "Oh sure, Betts, I'm really looking forward to go to that hunted house tonight. Should I bring my holy water to ward off the demons?"
Betty rolled her eyes and giggled "Oh come on Juggie, It's not that bad."
"Well then, dear Betts, you have not met Cheryl's grandmother. I'm fairly certain she's possessed"
Reggie got up from his chair and stretched "okay, as much as your banter is entertaining, some of us have practice." He smiled at Betty before continuing "I'll see you at the party, Betty. Later, Donnie Darko. " Betty blushed and nodded. Reggie smirked at Jughead and before striding out of the room.
Betty picked up her back and headed to the door "Coming, Juggy? We need to get you a suit before tonight, and I think one of Chic's will probably fit you"
"I wouldn't mind, but would the she-demon approve of having a boy in the house?"
"My parents are out of town for a news conference, Juggy so there's no need to be scared."
"I'm not scared! " Jughead insisted "I just think it's better to not confront her, like ever"
Betty smiled slightly, before turning around and heading to the door. Jughead grabbed his bag and ambled out behind her. They slowly made their way to Betty's house, chatting animatedly about their articles. The Blue and Gold was a long dormant newspaper before Jughead and Betty reanimated it, so they felt proud, and also protective of their project. As they entered Betty's home, Jughead smiled at how utterly normal it looked. It certainly did not give any indication towards the madmen that were Hal and Alice Cooper. Betty slipped off her backpack and headed up the stairs calling out, " there's drinks and snacks in the pantry if you want some, Juggy. I'm going to go grab Chic's suits."
Jughead peered into the pantry, before grabbing chips and a bottle of lemonade. He settled down on the couch as he waited for Betty to return. She did, moments later, carrying a garment bag, which she thrust towards Jughead "Here, Juggy, this will probably fit you. I think Reggie said it was a formal party, so this should work."
Jughead gingerly carried the bag as he went into the bathroom. As he slipped into the suit he stared into the mirror. Betty could be friends with anyone she wanted. She was smart, beautiful, and a cheerleader to boot. Yet, for whatever reason, she chose him. Jughead finished buttoning the suit, and came back into the living room, where Betty was watching TV. Betty looked at him, and grinned broadly "Juggy, you look amazing! You do clean up quite well."
Jughead smiled back at her and deadpanned "I've always been a fashionista, Betty, didn't you know?"
Betty giggled as she got up from her spot, replying "Let me get ready really quick and we can head out" Jughead nodded, and settled himself on the couch with his laptop, beginning the long revision process for his new article, all the while munching away on the chips. About a half an hour later he heard a rustle near the stairs. He looked up and was shocked at what he saw. Betty was dressed in a powder blue dress, that perfectly hugged her curves. Her hair was down, and surrounded her face in a halo of blonde ringlets. She looked like an ethereal princess, and Jughead was utterly mesmerized. She smiled shyly at Jughead , who breathed "you- you look beautiful".
Her eyes lit up as she smiled more broadly, and the pair made their way out of the house. Betty drove them to the Blossom's house, which was at the edge of town. While she talked about various banal subjects, Jughead found it difficult to tear his eyes away from her. Soon they reached the Blossom residence, and as they got out, It loomed above them, a great behemoth, lurking in the shadows. They looked at each other, and Jughead could see a flicker of apprehension in Betty's eyes. He slipped his hand into hers and said "Let's go Juliet, we have a party to crash." She gave him a slight smile and the pair slowly walked into the dark mansion, unsure of what laid ahead.
