Author's Note: And we're back, folks! The first of the two chapters I've been looking forward to writing. Thank you to Lopez721 for the favorite, and to Jwugetmoney for the favorite and follow. Glad you're catching on!
Read on and have a ball!
Riverdale does not belong to me.
Chapter 30
"Good morning, students. This is your principal speaking." Weather bee announced. He, Sheriff Keller, Detective Charles Smith, and Cheryl all stood with the principal in his office.
"There have been many inquiries about the upcoming pep rally. So, let me state clearly…it is happening as scheduled."
Cheryl smiled in relief, thankful that the pep rally is still happening despite what had happened with her brother and his girlfriend over the summer. She knew deep down; her twin would want the event to occur and use it to celebrate his memory. The same goes for Polly.
"Now, on a less felicitous note…if you could give your attention to Sheriff Keller and Detective Smith." Weather bee continued, before handing it over to Tom and Charles.
"Most of you already know the details…your classmates Jason Blossom and Polly Cooper vanished over the summer. However, there's been rumors that a gun was fired in the morning hours of July 4th. So, as of now…"
Melody, Josie, and Valerie listened from the girls' bathroom. The Bulldogs looked up in the locker room.
"…Jason's death and Polly's disappearance is now being treated as an investigation."
In the student lounge, Betty and Kevin exchanged looks upon the mention of Polly and Jason. Even Ms. Grundy looked up.
"It is open and ongoing." Charles added.
"And may I interject?" Cheryl asked, butting in.
"Neither I nor my parents will rest until Jason's death is avenged…I'm sure Polly will turn out alright. And whoever fired that gun on July 4th, is walking the Green Mile to sit in Old Sparky and fry. I, for one, have my suspicions. #Riverdale strong."
Charles, Tom, and Weather bee looked at each in disbelief during Cheryl's speech.
Tom and Charles resumed their announcement.
"If you know anything that could help us with what happened to Polly and Jason on July 4th or apprehend this mystery shooter…"
Archie stood at the display case staring at the trophies and Jason and Polly photos, debating whether he should come forward with the information or not. Archie walks away and found himself outside the principal's office, listening.
"…We strongly urge you to come forward immediately. You can speak with me or Detective Smith or Principal Weather bee."
Weather bee catches Archie staring. Archie leaves.
"Please don't be a stranger," said Charles.
"A death and disappearance like these wounds us all. Let's not let Jason and Polly down." Tom concluded.
At that moment, Jughead approached the case and noticed Archie, curious.
The Andrews boy is standing at the water fountain, splashing water onto his face, when Jughead walks up to him.
"Archie," He said.
Archie looks up.
"Weirdest thing," said Jughead. "This summer, we were supposed to go on a road trip. Over July 4th weekend. Which you bailed on at the last minute,"
He stepped closer to Archie.
"Is there something you wanna tell me, pal?"
Archie just stared at Jughead, not knowing what to say.
Cheryl: The pep rally's on, dear brother.
Jason: That's great, sis.
Cheryl: And so the investigation of your "death" & Polly's disappearance begins. Meantime, I'll be getting my Vixens ready.
Jason: Good luck with the Vixens, Cher. Tell me all about the pep rally.
Cheryl: Will do, JJ. Enjoy your honeymoon with Polly.
A/N: Ooh…Jughead knows something's up. And Archie is scared to come forward, he'll have to do it sooner or later.
This will be the last chapter I'll be posting because I'm in school and I'll be up to my eyeballs with schoolwork. But I'll update over spring break.
Anyways, up next is the biology class scene & the flashback with Cheryl and Archie based on The Day Before.
Stay tuned!