Waking up in Veronica's arms was always Cheryl's favorite part of the day. The feeling of having someone who loved and cared for her holding her close to keep her safe and warm. It was the best feeling Cheryl has ever experienced. Although today that feeling was even better than usual.
Still undressed from their activities from the night before, the feeling of skin on skin contact was both exhilarating and calming at the same time. She never felt closer to anyone than she was right now in this moment. Physically they couldn't get any closer, Cheryl, wrapped up in Veronica's embrace, whose naked chest was pressed firmly against her back, nose tickling her neck. But also, mentally, emotionally.
Never in her life had Cheryl felt so comfortable and safe around someone who wasn't her twin brother. Cheryl didn't have to hide her feelings around Veronica, instead, she actively chose it share them with her. It was a real 180 shift in personality. Veronica had changed Cheryl for the better. Her influence and support allowed her to blossom, for lack of a better word, into a different person, one who was kind and understanding, strong yet vulnerable, and most importantly loving and loved.
She feels Veronica stir behind her, her change in breathing, and her lips against her shoulder. "Goooodmorning" Veronica murmurs, voice still groggy. She squeezes Cheryl tight for a moment before relaxing her muscles, her hand finds Cheryl's and interlocks their fingers.
"Morning." Cheryl hums, a quiet laugh escapes her lips. Sleepy Veronica is the cutest.
"How are you feeling?" Veronica asks, pulling Cheryl back so she can see her face.
Cheryl smirks, "veeerry good" she stretches for emphasis, throwing a wink her girlfriend's way.
Veronica giggles and kisses Cheryl's cheek. "No, I meant what we talked about."
A bleak 'oh' cuts the flirty atmosphere, and suddenly Cheryl's no longer riding the high that carried her through the night. Reality sets in lime a time of bricks falling from the sky.
Veronica senses the change in Cheryl's demeanor and does her best to try to cheer her up, "hey, hey, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to upset you. I just know we didn't really discuss it at length. I wanted to make sure you were okay with it all." She places another kiss to Cheryl's shoulder, holding her tight.
Cheryl rolls over to directly face Veronica. "We knew this was coming, and that we would 'cross that bridge when we get there' but we still have time." She gently traces the curve of Veronica's cheek, tucking her hair behind her ear. "Let's just enjoy this while we can, yeah?" Veronica nods before pulling her in for a kiss...
Entering Riverdale High hand in hand grabs the attention of the students milling about the halls. Yesterday their entrance got the rumor mills running as word of a breakup spread from classroom to classroom. Today, turning heads as usual, the chatter starts again, this time singing the song of a reunion, the queen bees reunited (and it feels so good) Order now restored to the power balance of Riverdales social hiearchy, Cheryl and Veronica resting on top of the pyramid no longer scathed by broken hearts.
The girls laugh at how many people were so invested in their love life. They aren't sure whether to be flattered or disturbed. As long as no one is being extra creepy, they suppose flattery is alright.
"I should have figured by the whispering that you two were here." Betty greets her friends as she approaches the couple convened at Cheryl's locker.
"Hey B!"
"Betty!"
Veronica and Cheryl let out respectively, greeting the blonde. "Hey, have you seen Jug? I have his calc notebook. Grabbed it in the rush to leave our study session last night." Cheryl asks, pulling the notebook from her bag.
"Yea he's at the Blue and Gold." Betty reveals, having just come from that direction.
"Great thanks, I'm gonna run this to him before the bell. See you later love." She turns her attention to Veronica and kisses her cheek before turning to Betty, "Later Betts!" She squeezes her arm before walking around her to head towards the Blue and Gold's office.
Betty smirks as she turns her attention to Veronica, who was staring off at Cheryl's retreating form. "So..." Betty drags out, hoping to get the attention of her friend.
Veronica looks at her curiously. "What?" They take off down the hall toward Veronica's locker.
"Seriously? You're not gonna fill me in?" Betty asks rather annoyed.
"As if you don't already know. I'm sure Jug told you everything." Referring to the events that unfolded in the Jones trailer the evening before.
Betty rolls her eyes, she did know but she wanted to hear it from Veronica herself, "come on V, I'm your best friend. This is what we do. Now spill." She's giddy, and Veronica finds it adorable how much her own friend, much like the random students of Riverdale High, was invested in her love life.
"After I left your place I went to Jughead's trailer, pretty much let myself in and told Cheryl how I felt." She sees Betty squint her eyes at her choice of wording, almost as if to say, 'don't hold back any details so Veronica clarifies, "I told her I love her."
This earned a wide, goofy smile from Betty, that's what she wanted to hear. "And..." she asks Veronica to continue.
Veronica chuckles at her friend's enthusiasm. "She said it back, and after our movie moment, we went back to my place, talked it out, and then, you know... things happened." Veronica's not sure if she should say it, she knows how uncomfortable Betty gets about sex talk. She recalls the time Betty specifically asked her not to tell her about her sex life with Cheryl and chooses to not disclose that information.
Betty seems to understand the insinuation as she straightens up and drives her that look that's both disapproving and proud. "So, everything is good with you two then?" It's more of a statement than a question, but there is a small hint of doubt in her voice. Since Betty still doesn't know what her friends were fighting about in the first place, she's not sure if the problem has been completely fixed.
"Yeah, yeah. Um, I guess I can let you in now." Veronica reassures Betty before revealing what's been bothering her, "My father is scheduled for release pretty soon, probation." Betty's face drops into a sympathetic smile. "You know how I feel about him," Veronica alludes to the time they figured out how Hiram was involved in Ethel Muggs' father's suicide attempt. Betty was there for her through that whole realization period, finding out just how corrupt her father really was. Why she felt the need to hide the information of his return from her, after everything she did to help her through that time, Veronica isn't exactly sure. Probably cause her main focus at the time was getting Cheryl back. "I just didn't really know how to process the news and I took it out on Cheryl. But we've talked it through and she really helped me come to terms with it."
"That's good. I'm glad she was there for you." Betty reaches out and places a hand on Veronica's arm. "I am too if you ever need me. And Archie and Jug would be happy to help too. You don't have to go through this stuff alone V," she squeezes her arm for extra reassurance, "what are friends for, if not a helpful distraction from the harsh realities of life."
Veronica didn't understand why she was suddenly so emotional, maybe it was the relief of hearing that she doesn't have to carry all the burden by herself, maybe it's because she's in love, maybe it's cause she's never had a better group of friends to have these types of meaningful conversations with, maybe it was a combination of all the things. All Veronica knew was how grateful she was to have these people in her life, Cheryl, Betty, Archie, even Jughead, as much as she likes to tease him. They were the best friends she could ask for, light years better than the manipulative and opportunistic people she surrounded herself with in New York. These people actually cared about her in a deep meaningful way, as opposed to the superficial and surface level of friendship the party crowd she once reigned over ever gave her.
In a lot of ways, she felt never felt Deserving of anything more, because of how horrible of a person she was. But coming to Riverdale really changed her perspective on friendship, and life in general. "This is why you're my best friend Betty. You're so good to me in a way I never thought I deserved to be treated. I'm forever grateful to have you in my life."
Betty awws, "Same. Love you V." She embraces Veronica in a tight hug to show her love and appreciation. After pulling away she laughs changing subject, "Gah! I still can't believe Cheryl said she loves you! There was a time I didn't think that girl was capable of that emotion."
Veronica joins Betty in the laughter. "Me too, and honestly I didn't think I would be able to say those words either."
"Goes to show how good you too are for each other. You're both better for and because of one another."
The cheesy smile on Betty's face is enough to make Veronica cringe. "I could say the same thing about you and a certain dark mysterious writer man."
Betty waves her off, "This isn't about me and Jug. But I do have to agree with you there."
With the bell about to ring, the girls quickly finish up at Betty's locker before making their way to English. Veronica was happy with her life, content with where she was and where she was going. It still scared her know that a huge part of the normalcy she's come to love over these past few months was about to change, but it was comforting to know she had a group of lovely people to support and care for her throughout the transition. With friends like these, nothing really seemed that scary.
A/N: Hey all! So I know with the rise of Choni/Cheroni the appeal of Cheronica isn't as strong as it used to be, but I promise to keep updating this fic until I find the proper way to end it. I'm excited to see Cheryl get the love she so desperately needs on the show, sad it couldn't have been with Veronica, but I'm still excited nonetheless. I hope you enjoy this little update! As always thanks for the support, keep commenting and sharing! It's important now more than ever to keep this story relevant lol much love to all of you still reading after all this time! I appreciate each and every one of you so much! For any new people who may be reading this, welcome to the family! Much love to you all!
