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Cheryl and Toni were sound asleep. But that didn’t last long when Nana Rose started shaking Cheryl awake.

Cheryl: What do you want Nana? It’s the day after my back to school party tomorrow, I’m going to be the talk of senior year because of my party. And the youths of Riverdale need to enjoy the beauty that Is Cheryl Blossom. Don’t rein It and let my hot eyes get sleep.

Nana Rose: Cheryl child, I heard horrifying screaming and sobbing this morning. It’s the Blossom ancestors. I think they’re upset with Toni living here. Just be ready for war.

Cheryl: I will send them to the very depths of the afterlife If they even complain about my stunning girlfriend. Now, thanks for reining my sleep!

Once at school Cheryl was glad to be away from her Nana for a while. After a while just like her girlfriend she noticed Jughead never showed up today. After school as Toni and Cheryl walked through the mansion doors Cheryl spoke to her Nana.

Cheryl: Any more annoying ancestors pay you a visit?

Nana Rose: Yes child, I heard more screaming and sobbing today.

Cheryl: Well, If they want to talk so much, we’re pulling out the Ouija board.

Cheryl pulled out the Ouija board, lite candles, and soon her, Toni, and Nana Rose were gathered around the table with their hands on the board.

Cheryl: Blossom ancestors, which one of you Is screaming and sobbing?

As soon as It went to J Cheryl’s hands jumped off the board.

Cheryl: J.J?

Nana Rose: Maybe he wants a proper funeral child? Maybe he doesn’t want his body here?

Cheryl: Or maybe he misses things he could do when he was alive? T.T, let’s go shopping, I’m buying J.J a football.

At that Toni was hopping In Cheryl’s car. But after Cheryl bedazzled the football Toni spoke up.

Toni: Babe, are you sure all the screaming and sobbing Is sprits? What If they’re human? What If someone Is on the Thornhill grounds and you and Nana Rose just don’t know It?

At that Cheryl thought for a moment before speaking

Cheryl: You know, I have been wondering where my foul Mother has been hiding since last year and what she has been doing.

Toni: You said your Mother was In the Midnight Club In high school and that she wanted to hurt the children of her past members. We also havn’t seen Jughead at school today.

Cheryl: T.T, grab the board again. I want to find out exactly what’s going on!

Once again the board was brought out and the young couple was ready for answers.

Cheryl: Okay Blossom ancestors, what Is going on? Is someone here on my grounds?

It moved to yes

Cheryl: Is It The Serpent King and Penelope Blossom?

It moved to yes. Toni’s heart dropped at that.

Toni: Where Is he being held?! Please tell us!!(Cried worriedly)

The board spelled out “Blossom Hunting Cabin.” At that the young couple quickly stood up.

Cheryl: Let’s get the keys! We always keep extra keys In a secret drawer In the Blossom Chapel.

Once In the chapel as Cheryl grabbed an extra key to the hunting cabin Cheryl turned to her brother’s body.

Cheryl: I know It was you that told us where the hobo was being held my beloved J.J. I know you never liked him, but thank you for pushing past all of that to help one of my girlfriend’s best friends brother. Once we save Jughead I’m getting you a Riverdale Bulldogs jacket with your name on It!

She walked out and soon she and Toni walked over to Nana Rose.

Cheryl: Nana, we talked to the ancestors again, long story short, a friend of ours Is being tortured In the hunting cabin.

Nana Rose: Okay child, but If you two are not back In an hour I’m calling the police.

Toni: We might need to call FP either way. But good Idea.

She and Cheryl rushed Into Cheryl’s car and rushed to the hunting cabin. Soon they rushed Inside and searched everywhere upstairs and downstairs, but found nothing.

Toni: I don’t understand, where Is he?!(Cried worriedly)

Cheryl: Not to fear my beloved T.T, my ancestors believed In secret rooms. There has to be a button or lever somewhere.

After a while of searching It was already 12AM, and they found nothing.

Toni: How are we going to do this babe? We know nothing about secret rooms.

Cheryl: We have a library In the hunting cabin-

Toni: Hurry Cheryl! I’m not sure Jughead can last any longer!

At that she grabbed a spider medallion that was on the library table.

Toni: This has to be a way In! Please be a way In!

She started walking around the library and as soon as she put the necklace near the book on Spider Magic the necklace glowed purple. She quickly pulled on the book the shelf opened and revealed an opening.

Toni: Babe come on!

As Cheryl and Toni entered the secret passage of The Blossom Hunting Cabin they kept going until they came Into a big room where they saw the horrible bloody looking Jughead Jones; legs chained to the floor and In nothing but his boxers and every Inch of him covered In blood. Toni stared In horror at her friend and whispered under her breath.

Toni: Oh my god-

Cheryl: Watch the door while I free him T.T

Toni: Here

She handed Cheryl her pocket knife before Cheryl ran over to Jughead.

Jughead: C-C-Cheryl?

Cheryl: Yeah hobo, the one and only

Jughead: C-Cheryl please… I’m In no mood to handle your Insults.

Cheryl: You just hush Jones, If I don’t get you away from here you won’t be In the mood to do anything… Except haunt my home!

As soon as the chains fell off Jughead spoke again.

Jughead: Are you… Are you going to rape me too?

Cheryl froze at that as her heart wanted leap right out of her chest! Her Mother did that?! As soon as she tried to touch Jughead to reassure him Jughead whimpered and flinched; hiding his face against the wall. Without knowing what else to do Cheryl waved Toni over, who gently helped Jughead to his feet and had him lean on her.

Cheryl: Please listen to me Jughead, I’m not going to do that. We’re getting you to the hospital.

But as soon as they reached the opening Penelope was there; face filled with rage.

Penelope: What are you two sluts doing with my prize?!

Cheryl looked at the poor boy whimpering and swaying against her girlfriend.

Cheryl: My friends don’t belong to any part of you! Now move she-hag!

Penelope: You sinful child, you really want to protect the devil spawn of the filth who found your brother’s body and tossed It Into a freezer then Sweetwater River like It was nothing?! Then while getting sent to jail like he should have, found out who Jason’s killer was and said nothing?!

Toni shifted to get a better hold of Jughead before speaking.

Toni: Mrs. Blossom please, your husband promised FP If he didn’t act like It was him that he would have done the same thing to Jughead. You can’t tell me you wouldn’t do the same thing If someone said that about Jason when he was alive!

Penelope went quiet for a moment, but then pulled out a gun and pointed It In Toni’s direction.

Penelope: The trailer trash Is going to get the same treatment either way! Once he’s dead I’ll hide him for a year, let FP Jones go crazy with where his little boy could be. Then I’ll dump him somewhere for someone to find and let FP see his precious baby boy and know that he’ll never see him again! That gang leader Is going to know exactly what It’s like when someone just dumps your child like trash!

Before she could do anything Cheryl smashed the gun backwards; giving Penelope a bloody mouth before smashing her face Into the wall; knocking her out Immediately.

Cheryl: I’ll call Sweet Pea and Fangs and take care of this

She handed her car keys to Toni

Cheryl: You get Jones to the hospital. We’ll call FP when we’re done. Then I’ll meet you at the hospital, they’re things this whole thing made me realize that I need to talk to you about.

With that Toni rushed out as fast as she could with the weak very Injured Jughead Jones. Two hours later after Jughead was taken away to receive care and FP's cops had arrested Penelope Blossom FP was rushing over to Toni and Cheryl with full worry In his voice.

FP: What happened Toni?! What happened?!!

Cheryl: It seems my horrid Mother has been hiding In our hunting cabin and has been keeping Jughead hostage the whole time. We have yet to confirm what his Injuries are. But he doesn't look good, Sheriff Jones.

Before he could even respond to that DR. Petal walked over to them.

FP: DR please talk to us

The DR sighed sadly

DR. Petal: Sheriff, your son has cuts on every Inch of his body, second degree burns from a lighter on the back of his neck, and was raped In both ends by a strap-on. Your boy lost a lot of blood and Is extremely weak and dehydrated Sheriff. I thought all that was bad... but then I found this In your son's pants pocket.

He handed FP a piece of paper

DR. Petal: Whoever ever did this to that poor boy Is a monster!

Cheryl huffed angrily

Cheryl: They're other words to describe that hag... but monster works too.

DR. Petal: You might want to sit down when you read that Sheriff. We're going to finish with your boy then come take you to see him when we're done.

FP slowly sat down as DR. Petal walked away. Every word on this piece of paper stopped FP Jones's heart!

"Dear Dad, I don't know If I am going to make It out of this alive a second time. But I couldn't leave without being able to talk to you one last time. Please know every word Is true and I mean every word of It. You're and always has been the best Daddy a boy could ask for! Through high and low we got through everything together. Without any words I know you love me with all your heart, and I feel the same. I love you Daddy. Thank you for everything you have ever done. Please take care of yourself, don't kill yourself to join me or go back to drinking, The Serpents and town needs you. More Importantly Archie, Alice, and Jellybean need you. Enjoy being the main Serpent King once again, you deserve It and were always an AMAZING one! You and Mom(Yes I'm calling Alice Mom) rule The Serpents together as King and Queen. Again please take care of Archie, he NEEDS you, now more than ever! I LOVE you SO MUCH Daddy, I ALWAYS have and I'll NEVER stop! I'll be with you wherever you go, ALWAYS! Love your Juggie! Love your Little Serpent Prince!"

By the time FP was done reading he was a sobbing mess. Between the sobs he let out a desperate whisper.

FP: Please please please, don't let me lose him!

****

As FP sat by Jughead's bed Jughead suddenly started whimpering In his sleep.

Jughead: No..No please... Daddy please don't do It... Daddy stop... I love you Daddy.

At that FP started gently running his fingers through his kid's hair.

FP: Shh, It's okay son, It's okay. You're safe now. I'm right here kiddo, I'm right here.

He gently kissed his forehead. Two hours later Jughead slowly woke up.

Jughead: Dad?

FP: Oh Jug-

He pulled the letter out of his Sheriff pants as tears started to fill his eyes.

FP: Boy why?! Why would you write this?!!

Tears started to fill Jughead's eyes

Jughead: Dad I... I'm sorry... I... Penelope let me and I couldn't just die without not being able to talk to you In some way!

At that FP swiftly pulled his boy tight to his body; running his fingers through Jughead's hair as FP's body racked with hard sobs.

FP: Are you trying to break your father's heart even more?! Please baby, don't ever write anything like that ever again!

Jughead: But… But Dad-

FP: No buts Boy! I don’t want you to even think about me taking over The Serpents from you until sometime after you go off to college!

He wiped a single tear from his boy’s right cheek

FP: You’re going to live a long and happy life kiddo

At that Jughead buried his face In his Daddy’s chest and was taken over with hard sobs; clinging to his Dad’s Sheriff shirt for dear life.

FP: Oh my beautiful baby boy, my Juggie, Daddy’s got you. Daddy’s right here.

FP: Come stop your crying, It will be alright. Just take my hand, hold It tight. I will protect you from all around you. I will be here, don't you cry. For one so small you seem so strong. My arms will hold you, keep you safe and warm. This bond between us can't be broken. I will be here, don't you cry. Cause you'll be In my heart. Yes you'll be In my heart. From this day on, now and forever more. You'll be In my heart. No matter what they say. You'll be here In my heart. Always. Why can't they understand the way we feel? They just don't trust what they can't explain. I know we're different, but deep Inside us, we're not that different at all. And you'll be In my heart. Yes you'll be In my heart. From this day on, now and forever more. Don't listen to them. Cause what do they know. We need each other, to have, to hold. They'll see In time, I know. When destiny calls you, you must be strong. I may not be with you, but you've got to hold on. They'll see In time, I know. We'll show them together. Cause you'll be In my heart. Believe me, you'll be In my heart. I'll be there from this day on, now and forever more. You'll be In my heart. No matter what they say. I'll be with you. You'll be here In my heart. I'll be there, always. I'll be with you. I'll be there for you always. Always and always. Just look over your shoulder. Just look over your shoulder. Just look over your shoulder. I'll be there, always.(Sang)

As FP looked down and saw his baby sound asleep. He smiled gently as he laid his head on his boy’s. His gently rubbed Jughead’s cheek as he whispered; voice filled with love as his lips brushed against Jughead’s forehead.

FP: Always

As everyone else went home to finally get some sleep FP didn’t leave his son’s side until 10AM, as FP went to the station to question Penelope Blossom Charles walked over a sleeping Jughead. FP couldn’t hide the rage In his voice or face to the point he was turning red.

FP: You filthy rich hag! How could you do this to my son?!

Penelope huffed

Penelope: And what did you do to my son, you tossed him In a freezer then In the river like trash! You knew who killed my Innocent child and said nothing!

FP: Look, there’s no excuse for hiding his body Instead of telling the police. But If I had told that It was Clifford he would have hurt my baby the same way! Surly your anger and revenge Is meant for him and not me!

Penelope: That trash black Serpent chic said the same thing. But I can’t make my ex-husband pay, can I, he’s dead.

FP slammed his fist on the table angrily

FP: So you hurt an Innocent young boy who has never done anything to you! Did you forget that If It wasn’t for him you would have never found out that Clifford was the one who killed Jason?!! You should be thanking him!! Not putting him through horrible pain!!

Penelope: And If It wasn’t for that boy’s father I would have been able to give my kid justice earlier!!

FP quickly stood up; fury hitting her In waves!

FP: Well, now my boy Is the one getting well deserved justice! Penelope Blossom you’re going to Shankshaw prison for 50 years for kidnapping and torture of children. Hopefully by that time you’re thankful for what the Midnight children have done for you and your family!! If you’re not dead by then.

He stormed off as two cops dragged Penelope away. The night after Jughead got home from the hospital FP decided to give his boy some well needed fresh air. So he and his boy were now enjoying the night air as they walked the streets of Riverdale. But of course In the town of Riverdale nothing ever goes as planned and they were about to run Into something that wasn’t going to make Jughead feel any better. As they walked past a man a little older then FP the man spoke.

The man: Little boy, you got any change?

Jughead: No, sorry

The man: What about you slick?

But FP Ignored him, until the man spoke again

The man: Hey!

FP and Jughead stopped and slowly turned around

The man: I asked you a question

FP: I don’t have anything man, sorry

He tried to keep walking. But-

The man: Hey!

The man: Who do you think you are?

Jughead: Please sir-

The man yelled angrily

The man: I wasn’t talking to you! I was talking to your Daddy!

FP: Look sir, we don’t have any change

The man: So now I’m sir? A few seconds ago I was just part of the wall, now I’m sir.

FP: Look we don’t have anything! So we can’t give you anything!

The man: Get the hell out of here

FP put his hand on his son’s back and tried to continue walking. But-

The man: He’s not a high roller sweetheart! I wouldn’t put out If I were you.

At that FP lost It and walked over to the man

FP: Hey!

The man: Oh, were you talking to me? Doesn’t feel very good, does It?

FP: Look, I don’t know what the fuck your problem Is. But-

The man: But what? You want me to apologize to your little boy over there? Right? See, I would do that, I’m just not In the giving mood today. But you know all about that, don’t you. What I will do Is let you leave before you embarrass yourself In front of your little boy over there. Now, If you want to flex your muscles and start something to show him, you should know that I will hurt you very badly. Very very badly. Now, you probably didn’t plan that as part of the agenda for your little date, so I’m going to give you two options. You can leave and tell him you’re the bigger man. Or you can stay and let him see you’re defently not.

At that FP pulled out his Sheriff badge

FP: Now I’ll give you two options. First option, you go over to my son and apologize. Or this Is the second option.

At that the man walked over to Jughead

The man: I’m sorry If I disrespected young man. I hope I didn’t offend you.

Jughead took a deep breath

Jughead: It’s okay… Really

FP walked back over to his son

FP: Let’s go

They walked away. But not long after they got home as they walked to the door and Jughead walked Inside FP heard a familiar but unwanted voice; causing FP to shut the door so he was outside and Jughead was Inside for his little boy’s safety.

The man: So, did you have a good time on your date?

FP: What are you doing here?

The man: I thought you would be knee-deep In boy hole after the little show you put on for him.

FP’s heart tore at what this creep was Incinerating about him and his son.

FP: You followed us?

The man: No, just thought I’d say hi to my new friends. Oh, check this out.

He pulled out a pocket knife

The man: What’s the matter? Don’t know what to do now Sheriff?

FP: Uh… Hey man… I-

The man mocked him

The man: Uh… Uh… Hey man… I… I

The man: What’s the matter? Are you scared? Are you scared?

FP: Look, what do you want?

The man huffed

The man: What do I want? Well, If acting like a tough guy Is all It takes to be dick deep In teenage boy cum then that means It’s my turn. Which window Is your pretty little boy’s?

FP’s heart hurt even more at that. The DR told him Penelope Blossom used a strap-on and raped his son, now this creepy man wanted to be next In line! And from how filthy this homeless man looked he more than likely had diseases down there! At those words FP straightened up to his full height as he thought about everything that had just happened to his boy causing him to speak up.

FP: If you try to come anywhere near my boy than I'll fucking kill you!

The man laughed at that as he spoke

The man: You and what army? I have a knife and you’re standing there shaking at even the Idea of me hurting your pretty little boy!

FP desperately wanted to stay tough but the thought of someone else hurting his boy broke FP's heart. But before either man could do anything a gunshot rang out and the man fell to the ground clutching his left shoulder. The next thing FP knew, Alice was walking up the path holding a gun as she spoke to the man.

Alice: That was a warning shot. If you try to come anywhere near our son, the next one Is going through your head. Now get out of here, before I give In and kill you. You're the only one that would regret that action.

At those words the man pushed to his feet while clutching his Injured arm before running away, leaving Alice and FP alone. After a moment of relief FP was finally able to speak.

FP: Wow, Jug wasn’t kidding, you would make an amazing Serpent Queen.

Alice: He said that?

FP: Yes he did

He sighed sadly

FP: There’s something I need to show you and discuss with you, after the kids go to bed.

At that he put his hand on his girlfriend’s back and led her Inside. Once FP tucked his son and daughter In bed he walked Into his and Alice’s room; admiring her sexy nightgown the minute he walked In.

FP: Wow, Miss Smith… Let’s get this over with… As soon as we do I want a closer examination of that nightgown.

He sat down and let out a sad sigh as he took out Jughead’s letter and handed It to Alice.

FP: Jughead wrote that when he was held captive

By the time she was done reading Alice’s eyes were full of tears. She laid a gentle hand on his.

Alice: Honey… You didn’t yell at the poor boy after you read this, did you?

FP looked down at his lap

FP: Kind of

Alice: Oh sweetie, you know you would have wrote him the same letter If you were In the same situation.

FP sighed sadly

FP: You’re right Allie, you’re right

Alice laid her hand on his shoulder

Alice: Now-

She kissed his cheek

Alice: Help me admire this nightgown

FP smirked before pushing on her shoulders; pinning her to the bed before gently and continuously kissing her neck. Two days later as FP made his coffee he was enjoying the silence. But then he realized… It was silent.

FP: It’s silent. That’s not good… That’s not good at all.

He took a sip before making his way upstairs. As he walked Into Jughead’s room he saw his son just lying In bed with his eyes open.

FP: Boy what are you doing? You need to get to school.

Jughead: Dad… My stomach hurts

At that FP felt his boy’s face

FP: Oh kid, you’re burning up... what's going on kiddo? You never get sick.

FP: Maybe It’s stress from everything you have been through lately.

He gently took Jughead’s left hand Into his; rubbing It gently with his thumb.

FP: I’m going to call the school… Then your Daddy Is going to stay right here and take care of you.

He gently kissed his forehead before going downstairs to make his phone calls. Soon after calling the school FP walked back Into Jughead's room and sat on the bed.

FP: Roll over sweetheart, let Daddy rub you back and put you right to sleep like I used to do when you were little and couldn’t sleep.

At that Jughead did as he told. He let out an extremely relaxed sigh as his Dad massaged his back. It felt too good and Jughead could enjoy this all day If he was able.

FP: That’s It baby boy, relax and take deep breaths. I've got you baby. I love you Jug and I'm gonna be right here for you.

Jughead gently grabbed his Daddy’s free hand; laying It on his cheek and using It as a pillow; snuggling Into It.

Jughead: I love you too Daddy

After Jughead was conked right out FP curled up right next to him and fell asleep with him; both of them knowing that there was nothing that they wouldn't do for each other. Later after school and a delicious supper Cheryl and Toni retired to their bedroom where It was time to talk.

Toni: Okay babe, I’m sure Jughead Is healing up okay and that he’s at home enjoying he’s alive to enjoy his life and Is spending time with his parents and that’s why he wasn’t at school today, so what did you need to talk about?

Cheryl took a deep breath before beginning

Cheryl: Everything from Nana Rose’s words about the screams and sobs and my Mother doing what she did to our poor King had me do some deep thinking and self-searching. I’m ready to do what you been trying to tell me since the end of Junior year, Jason needs to move on properly and I’m ready to do the funeral a magnificent man like him deserves. He’ll always be with me, but It’s time for his body to be somewhere else so his soul can be with me but be happy and In peace.

At that Toni quickly hugged her girlfriend

Toni: That Is a wonderful Idea. Thank you Cheryl.

With that said Cheryl and Toni brought Jason’s body to Sweetwater River and gave him a Viking funeral. Meanwhile FP and Jughead were cuddling on the couch; holding each other under a blanket as they enjoyed a movie.

FP: How are you feeling baby boy?

Jughead: A little better. I think I just-

FP: Needed some time with your Daddy?

He gently kissed his forehead

FP: That’s defently okay, I needed time with my little boy. Everything Is happening so fast, It’s your Senior year now and I will cherish every moment I have with you Jug. I love you kiddo.

Jughead snuggled his head Into his Dad’s shoulder and let out a tired but happy hum.

Jughead: I love you Daddy. No matter where I go I will always be your Little Serpent Prince.

His Dad gently kissed his cheek. As they fell asleep In each other’s warmth they clung to whatever time they had left living under the same roof, thrilled that the monstrous Penelope Blossom could never hurt either of them ever again!!