Pure malachai trash

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Another one shot cause why not?

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I continued to run, the calls and excited hollers of the Ghoulies not too far behind me. A branch smacked me in the face and I groaned continuing forward. My feet ached and my lungs burned. A pant escaped my mouth, it hurt to breathe and a metallic taste was filling my mouth. I wasn’t going to last much longer.

I looked back, they were catching up quick but the police station was within sight. If I could just reach it. I yelped as a hand grabbed my forearm tugging me back, throwing me roughly onto the ground. I screamed but it hardly mattered as two other hands held me down. I struggled in their grasp as they tied my hands in front of me. I shouted for help as they dragged me away from safety. I struggled, writhing with every move.

I didn't understand why they had been chasing me but I could assume the reason wasn't good from what my brother told me. I just assumed Archie was being over dramatic. I grunted when they finally stopped as we entered the light of a couple fires inside barrels.

A tallish man with short curly hair wearing a longer jacket than the others walked into my vision with a smug smile on his face as he looked at me through the flames of the fire that sat between us. My eyes landed on the menacing bat that had nails through it. I squirmed in the boys’ grasps only to get shoved onto a very broken couch roughly. I curled into a ball uncomfortably. A lump formed at the back of my throat as my eyes flicked over the warpaint that was slid over the man’s eyes almost carelessly

"well look at this" the intimidating man said with a grin swinging his bat back and forth "Red's wittle sister" he teased resting the bat on his shoulder comfortably. I tensed my jaw narrowing my eyes at him the best I could. I felt like crying "and she's all alone" he said with a fake pout. The two Ghoulies who dragged me here laughed and I gnawed on the inside of my cheek "what shall we do?" he asked looking around to his followers. I gulped nervously

"who are you...?" I asked trying to sound firm but my voice slowly died as he looked at me. His grin widened as if I had just asked the million dollar question. He held his arms out wide the bat 

"I'm Malachai, sweetheart" he stated "we're the Ghoulies" he told me happily "and that's Penny" he mentioned pointing at the lady who was sharpening her knife with his bat. He walked around the fire and crouched in front of me "and we've got a teeny, tiny problem with your brother and his friend. Long story short, they cheated in a rather important drag race, we got sent to prison, yada yada yada, sob story, boo-hoo" He said rolling his hand "now onto the part that involves you" he said poking my nose "we're kinda, sorta, going to use you as bait for Jughead" he said with a nod

"That won't work" I muttered. He hummed tilting his head as if he was thinking it over. He looked at me with a fake empathetic look

"pretty sure it will" he said with a nod "heard you two were a... thing for a while there" he said and I groaned looking away from him. Of course

"That's exactly why it won't work" I stated and he looked at me expectantly "he broke up with me, it ended rough" I added. He hummed sitting down cross legged leaning his elbow on his knee and his head on his fist motioning me to continue with his free hand "after we started dating, Archie distanced himself, Jug blamed me for that" I stated but he kept looking at me intently "I took it personally, said stuff I didn't mean" I said awkwardly, what else did he want me to say?

"Was he heartbroken?" He asked standing up and I shifted uncomfortably but nodded a little. Malachai plopped down beside me, his arm going around my shoulders and the bat in his hand made me lean into him slightly. He pointed at me "that's the reason he'll come. Hate to break it to you, if he was heartbroken he probably still cares at least a little bit" he stated and I cringed away from him, furrowing my eyebrows. He chuckled holding me to his side tighter

"Get off her" I heard the familiar voice. I looked over to see the weird beanie wearing boy not far away. I looked at him confused. Why had he come?

"Hiya, Jones" Penny greeted. Jughead's eyes met mine and I immediately looked away. He shouldn't have been here

"You said it was just going to be the two of us" Jughead stated. Malachai, stood up his arm releasing me. I shifted into the corner of the couch

"Surprise!" Malachai chuckled walking over to where Penny was. Jughead got out his flip-knife aiming it at the two. I saw Jughead's eyes flick to me. 'go' I mouthed nodding to the side. He ignored me, his eyes flicking to Penny again

"I never go anywhere without back-up any more, not after what you did to me" Penny said with a glare "Besides, we need to talk, all of us" she stated resting her elbows on her knees as she leaned forward

"There's nothing to talk about. I'm taking Nugget and we're leaving" Jughead told her firmly, stepping towards me

"Not so fast" Malachai cut him off, getting in his way. He grabbed something from his pocket "I've been waiting to see you again for a long time" Malachai told him and the crackle of electricity made me realise it was a goddamn taser

"Get back, you hobgoblin!" Sounded and literally everyone turned to see who it was. Surprisingly enough, Cheryl was stood there dressed in a red hood, aiming her bow directly at Malachai. Malachai panted almost in excitement

"I brought back-up, too. Like I said, I'm taking Nugget, and we're leaving" Jughead stated. Malachai sent him a foul look. Like Jughead had just killed his puppy

"Untie her, you Serpent hag" Cheryl demanded and Penny just glanced at her before shaking her head with a scoff

"Take her, then" Penny said gesturing to me, Malachai backed up and turned to me. He grabbed my bindings and fiddled with the knot He bit at the rope to loosen the knot "But remember, when all your friends are dead, I tried giving you a chance" she stated with a shrug. Malachai shot me a smile as my hands got undone and I scampered over to Jughead

"Thank you" I muttered before going to join Cheryl.

"Why do you keep coming back?" Jughead asked as Penny got to her feet "What do you want?" He said suspicion leaking into his voice.

"The Southside" She said without hesitation "There's money to be made here in 'The Town With Pep'" she stared rocking on her feet "if you're not afraid of getting your hands dirty" she said sending a pointed look in Malachai's direction. Malachai opened his mouth and rolled his jaw, in what seemed to be annoyance

"So you're partnering with the Ghoulies to sell drugs on the Southside?" Jughead guessed. Penny glanced up at him

"Bingo" she said in a singsong voice "So here's the offer I want you to take back to your dad and your tribe. The Serpents ship out tonight, or it's a showdown with the Ghoulies at Pickens Park at dawn" she stated simply. Malachai grinned as Jughead's eyes flicked to him. Penny smiled "I'm fine either way" she shrugged

"We're leaving. Now" Jughead stated making Penny groan. He looked to Cheryl and I "Come on" he ordered. I nodded following him. Jughead looked to me "Are you okay?" He asked

"I'll see you soon, little Andrews!" Malachai called with a laugh from behind us and I shivered. I looked back to the male who had a large grin on his face

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I hummed sitting on the couch in front of that very tall man

"So I'm going to take the guess that you're Tall Boy" I said raising an eyebrow as a small smile made its way onto my lips "I've heard quite a lot about you" I stated leaning my cheek on my fist

"Wish I could say the same. I havent heard anything about you" Tall Boy told me his face depicting disgust. I smiled at him tilting my head, I could tell he had more to say so I gestures for him to continue "I've heard about the Ghoulies though. Drug dealers, street racers, rumors of cannibalism" he said with a smug smirk obviously thinking he had offended me. I smiled and pointed at him

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Masterlist

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“You’re an idiot” I stated folding my arms over my chest “you know that, right?” I asked. He just smiled

“But I’m your idiot” he shrugged. My face slowly warmed up and I looked out the window. He was mine. My idiot.

Now

I sighed deeply for about the 15th time since we got back. My hand hanging off the edge of the couch as I laid on my stomach. Malachai gave me a look from where he was talking with a group of Ghoulies. Something about Jingle Jangle. The other Ghoulies nodded and walked away as Malachai said something to them quietly. He walked over to me

"Why do I have to be cooped up in here?" I asked him rolling onto my back as he gave me a smile. Malachai grinned and put his hands on either side of my head sitting on the edge of the couch

"Because I like knowing you're safe where I can see you?" He suggested leaning down and pecking my lips. I hummed and Malachai grinned further

"I should be at school" I reminded him. He rolled his eyes and just kissed my lips again gently "you know, getting an education?" I teased as his lips left mine. He smiled lightly

"You can go tomorrow" he shrugged and kissed my jaw, trailing his way down to my neck. I smiled lightly but put my hand on his chest lightly, signalling him off. He pulled back with a tilt of his head

"I could go today" I stated and he raised his eyebrows "but, y’know, I deserve a break" I shrugged putting my hand behind my head with a smile "Are there any drag races coming up?" I asked, Malachai mused it over

"There's one next week" he stated thoughtfully "are you going to race?" He asked. I hummed in agreement

"I think I should" I told him with a smile "mind if I sit up?" I said raising an eyebrow. He raised his hands from the couch and I sat up running a hand through my hair. I yawned "so I'm guessing you and the Ghoulies are still selling Jingle Jangle?" I asked

"Yeah, it's going pretty well" he agreed. I flopped my arms over his shoulders leaning my weight on him, though he hardly seem effected by it. I huffed

"Well you must have pretty..." I got interrupted by my own yawn "consistent clientele. I heard from RK it’s addictive" Malachai chuckled and wrapped his arms around my waist

"You sound tired" he teased. I rolled my neck and leaned back at him staring into his eyes

"You interrupted my coffee this morning with a make-out session" I stated bluntly. The way Malachai's eyes lit up as a laugh escaped his lips had my heart soaring to the moon and back. I gulped and played with the fabric over my chest. His laughter slowed and our eyes linked. I realised something then "You know, Malachai. I really, really fucking like you" I blurted.

Malachai's eyes lit up and a large genuine smile broke onto his face. Oh shit. I clutched at my shirt as my heart started pounding against my rib-cage. I bit my lip with a light smile

"Oh really?" He asked playfully and I gave a firm nod. He leaned forward pressing his lips to mine "Well I really like you too" he stated. My eyes flicked over his face looking for any indication he was lying but I couldn't find one "I mean, you're my girlfriend, I think you should've guessed that by now" he said and I smiled

"Well, I just thought I'd tell you" I said folding my arms "I think I'm gonna take a nap. I'm super exhausted" I stated. Malachai gave me a smile

"sure" he agreed. He pressed a kiss to my forehead "go to the bedroom, I've got to talk to a couple people anyway" he told me simply. I nodded and stood up drowsily walking to the bedroom. I swung the door open and when the bed came into vision I immediately felt my eyelids get heavier. I flopped onto the bed and I was out like a light.

In what felt like forever yet also not long enough, my eyes fluttered to my phone buzzing and I groaned hugging myself. I sat up stretching my arms over my head. I sighed grabbing the buzzing phone. Betty was calling? I grabbed my phone, answering it

"Yellow" I greeted with a yawn. I thought about what she had called me for. I probably missed some homework or something, that's the only reason she'd call. Well, it shouldve been the only reason she called

"Nugget, could you come down to the school to talk about what Chuck did to you a few years back?" She asked. I huffed annoyed. I had to wonder how she figured out about that

"no" I said simply "he told everyone the truth about that, that's as good as it's going to get" I told her simply

"But he's doing that to other girls" she stated in a frustrated tone "how did you feel when it was you?" She asked. I frowned. It didn't feel good admittedly. In fact it felt horrible. That's why I had done something about it. I wanted to say no to her. It was all in the past. The rumour was pretty much stopped before it started anyway. Only the Bulldogs and Vixens has heard about it really. Even Jughead hadn't heard about it and he knew found out about pretty much everything.

"Okay, but I'm only going to be there to support the girls" I stated firmly "I don't want to be in the stupid Blue and Gold" I told her before hanging up. I saw my bag in the corner of the room and waved it off. I didn't need it, this was a quick in and out operation.

I walked out of the bedroom to a couple Ghoulies sat on the couch watching a movie. Had and Vic were sitting beside each other being rowdy as always it was good to see they were still such good friends. Had's familiar slicked up mohawk was still it's prominent red colour and I walked over to him flicking his hair making him whine

"Ice!" He complained and I smiled. He blinked and looked at me "Ice!" He exclaimed in excitement. He dragged me into a hug making me chuckle. I pushed myself out of his hold

"Good to see you as always, Had" I stated "you too, Vic" I stated "either of you seen Malachai?" I asked, my eyes flicking between them. They looked at each other then back to me

"He went out on a Jingle Jangle run" Had stated. I nodded "we got here about 2 hours ago" he told me slapping Vic's chest. Vic grinned slapping the back of Had's head. Had gave him a glare and I rolled my eyes shaking my head

"Well tell Malachai that I'm going over to the school for a bit, something came up" I said. Had shrugged but nodded. Vic grinned

"We'll be sure to tell him" Vic assured. I gave Vic a light smile. I went to leave but when I saw the abundance of snacks and beer piled on the table. I looked to the door then them

“Just... don’t mess up the place while I’m gone” I said and he raised an eyebrow giving me a two finger salute. I hoped that it meant he agreed. I opened the door walking outside.

Heading back to school was a stupid idea. It was just getting me involved in something I didn’t need to get involved in. I never cared before so why care now?

“Stop being so selfish” I muttered scolding myself. A deep sigh escaped me as a solemn look made its way onto my face. Time to bring up the past.

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I brushed my hair from my face with nervous eyes. It looked a little run down but I knew better than to judge by looks. I couldn't underestimate the people in there either. I had seen the serpent jackets many of them wore and the other people I had seen seemed to all know each other and I got here early in the morning so the fact that so many people were here was surprising.

I'd be the new kid. As soon as I walked in there I'd be fish-bait if it was anything like my last school. Evolve or die. I was sold. I was going to stay on my own. I'd stay low as I could. I'd stay kind though. I walked into the school and picked up my locker number. I looked at it and nodded. I gave the desk lady a grateful nod and small smile before turning and going to figure the place out.

My eyes flicked across the room making sure I could take in as much of the school as I could. Room numbers. How the classes were set out. It seemed pretty simple

"Oi, new girl!" A voice called. I sighed. I turned around. It was strange to be called out so soon. A boy in a serpent jacket was standing there walking towards me. He had black hair that was faded on both sides. I blinked and gave him a smile.

"What can I do for you?" I asked tilting my head sweetly. His eyes widened at my polite behaviour. He was frozen like he didn't know what to do. He turned around and looked at the group that was watching us intently.

I looked over his shoulder exaggerating how far I needed to lean and gave a small, kind wave and smile. I knew I had threw them off to an extent but I didn't know how. The group shrugged at the boy as if they also didn't know why he was here

"My name's Fangs" he greeted sticking out his hand at the group behind him practically facepalmed. I slipped my hand into his. I was guessing his parents hadn't actually named him Fangs so we were going off nicknames

"Nugget" I introduced kindly "thanks for introducing yourself, but I really must go. I still haven't really found my way around the school properly" I lied. Fangs eyes flickered to another group that walked past. Their eyes weren't on Fangs though, they were on me. As if they were waiting for Fangs to leave so they could swoop in. I turned around when Fangs grabbed my arm

"My friends and I can show you around" he said nervously. I hummed in confusion. I tilted my head. I did need to get to my locker so I could leave my bag

"Are you sure? I wouldn't want to bother you guys" I said lightly. Fangs stopped as if thinking it over but then waved it off. I'm guessing he wasn't about to leave me so he could ask permission

"I'm sure they won't mind" he chuckled, but I could hear the hope in his voice. He pulled me along to where his friends were sitting. I blinked, awkwardly shifting my eyes as they all just stared at me

"Hi" I greeted in a small voice. They pulled Fangs into a small huddle, leaving me out of it. They were muttering and I strained my ears while I watched them muttering

"I don't know what happened. I was meant to earn my stripes but then she just... I don't know" I heard Fangs whisper shout "then these Ghoulies gave her a look and I felt bad just leaving her to em" Fangs sighed. They were obviously going to leave me to perish. That much was clear. But I was gonna be fine.

My eyes flicked to the group then to my locker which wasn't far away. I shrugged. I doubted I'd have any trouble I couldn't handle with conversation. I walked to my locker and unlocked it without having to refer to the paper that still sat in my pocket.

I dumped my entire bag in the locker not bothering to unpack anything but a book and pencil. Before I could close my locker it was slammed shut for me. I looked behind me to the boy from the group of that was staring at me only a second ago. He was very tall and a little on the thin side.

He had longish, curly, dark brown hair on the top of his head with the sides cut a little bit shorter. He had a little bit of hair on his face and he also had deep, dark brown eyes. He was wearing a flannel shirt that was unbuttoned just enough that I could see his chest.

"Thanks" I said giving him a small smile. His eyebrows furrowed before his lips turned up into a grin. I felt a shiver run up my spine

"No worries, new girl" he said moving his hand so it was beside my head and he was hovering over me. I gave him a nervous smile "why don't you sit with us at recess?" He asked gesturing to a group

"Really? Would that be alright?" I asked hopefully "I wouldn't want to bother you" I muttered, the male simply hummed in confirmation a smirk turning up on his face

"Yeah, I'm positive you wouldn't be a bother, princess" he shrugged. I gave him a smile "name's Malachai" he added. I gave him a light smile

"I'm Nugget" I said with a smile. He looked at me perplexed before laughing. My face heated up and I played with my fingers

"Nugget?" He asked trying to regain his breath. I pouted and crossed my arms. I looked to the ground shuffling my feet

"It's a nickname" I defended. He gave me a raised eyebrow "people say it's because I'm 'small' and 'scrawny'. It just caught on" I said ducking my head

"I think it's cute" Malachai said giving me a charming grin. He left and I waved to him to which he surprisingly waved back. The tint on my cheeks remained as the group with Fangs rushed over

"What happened?" Fangs asked almost panicked. I hummed as I pointed at the boy and Fangs nodded

"I had a conversation with Malachai" I stated with a smile. Fangs's eye twitched

"Did he say anything else to you?" Fangs asked seriously. I hummed musing it over

"He said 'no worries, new girl' after I thanked him for closing my locker" I mentioned. Fangs sighed "he was nice... hey you called me 'new girl' too. Are you two friends?" I asked changing the subject slightly from me. Fangs shook his head

"Guys, can she sit with us?" Fangs asked the group behind him. They looked hesitant but hen Fangs squished my cheeks together and made me face them with a squashed face "look at her face" he said pleadingly. He was acting like an 8 year-old asking his parents if he could keep a stray puppy he found abandoned on the side-walk

"She can sit with us today, but when Sweet Pea is back you have to ask him" the female with pink streaks in her hair said reluctantly. Common passing the responsibility of making a decision on

"Oh, it's no problem!" I said interrupting "Malachai said I could sit with him" I said with a bright smile "he said I wouldn't be a bother" I said happily

"No, Cmon" Fangs groaned almost pleadingly. I bit my lip, nodding agreeing to join them for today and Fangs fist pumped the air. My eyes flicked to Malachai who was glaring at the group I was talking to

"Do you think Malachai will be offended that I'm not sitting with him" I asked my eyebrows furrowing. Fangs scoffed waving it off

"Nah. He'll be fine" Toni said linking arms with me. I gave a light smile and nodded. I was sure he wouldn't really care if I was there or not

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At the end of school I said goodbye to Fangs, Toni and Harry with a smile. I paused mentally slapping myself remembering that I forgot something back in my locker. I did a 180 and walked back into school to get my bag. I walked through the creepily quiet halls to my locker.

I found my locker and smiled. I unlocked it and grabbed my back. Someone pulled the back of my collar and my eyes widened with a yelp. I was slammed onto my locker and the sight of two leather jackets with a familiar serpent sewn into the back made me look at them confused

"Look, it's the new girl who sat with us at lunch after guilt tripping Fangs" the one holding my collar growled. I squirmed "how come you get in so quick!?" He asked "it took me weeks to even sit with them but they talked to you the first day?" He asked angrily. I grabbed his wrist as his hand moved from my collar to my throat. I chocked slightly and tears pooled in my eyes

"I bet she's just using us to hide from the ghoulies" the other snarled "lets teach her the ghoulies aren't the ones she should be afraid of" he said with a smirk. The one holding my throat grinned lifting his fist. My head snapped to the side as his fist connected easily with my face before he threw me to the ground.

I grunted as I landed in the hard floor. A harsh kick was landed to my stomach and I cried out in pain. I curled up to protect my stomach and face but the kicks didn't stop. I cried out pleading them to stop with each kick

"What are you guys doing!?" A familiar voice shouted. The kicks finally came to a stop and scampering feet was the only sound I could hear beside my blood pumping through my body "shit, Nugget" Malachai said with a wince. I looked up at him my eyes flowing with tears.

He crouched beside me. I winced as I tried to sit up. I could practically feel my bruises forming over my arms and back. Malachai was glaring towards where the guys went. It was a burning hot glare that could cut through your soul

"Why were they doing that" he asked. I grunted and gave him a small shrug unable to lift my shoulders properly. He gave me a stern look and I sighed

"I forgot something so I came back to get it. Then they just came out of nowhere. They said that I was only sitting with them to hide from the 'ghoulies' and I somehow guilt tripped Fangs into letting me sit with them" I sighed. Malachai scoffed rolling his eyes

"You should've sat with me" He said with a grin. I gave a chuckle but silently agreed "let's get you up" he said. I went to stand up but before I could he scooped my into his arms. I was squished against his chest and my face warmed up "there we are" he said giving me a wink "I'll take you back to your place" he said with smirk as he looked into my wide eyes.

I could tell how easy it was to carry me as I could feel his muscles were hardly tensed. I gave him a smile before looking at my lap. My eyes flicked to him for a second

"Thank you" I muttered. He raised an eyebrow looking down at me "I didn't even sit with you after you offered but you still helped me" I sighed disappointed in myself. Malachai only smiled

"Couldn't just stand there as they beat up a princess" he said. He stopped and I looked over to see a motorcycle. I winced slightly "is it okay if we ride my steed?" He asked keeping with the princess theme. I hummed in fake thought and Malachai scoffed with a laugh

"Of course it's fine, Malachai" I said with a giggle. He put me on my feet. I winced as one of my feet hit the ground and I hopped slightly. Malachai gave me an apologetic look and hopped onto the bike. I grunted as I swung my leg over the bike. He grabbed the helmet and passed it to me over his shoulder. I plopped it onto my head I did up the straps as Malachai stepped started the bike

"Where do you live?" He asked. My eyes widened as if I just remembered he had no idea where I lived. I bit my lip

"Olin Avenue" I said. Malachai nodded "it's by the church" I said and Malachai chuckled

"I know where it is, princess. Hold onto me" Malachai ordered. I awkwardly put my hands on his shoulders. Malachai grabbed one of my hands and pulled me closer. I squeaked as I was pushed up against his back. He then wrapped my arm around his waist. I moved my other arm to his waist as well "good girl" he said looking over his shoulder to show me his smirk.

I pouted and turned so my face wasn't being squished in his back. He revved the bike and I tightened my hold on him, tightening my eyes closed. He chuckled and started riding. The wind whipped my face and at first it was uncomfortable but I slowly got accustomed to it.

I opened my eyes and I smiled at the sight of scenery of the school was flying by. My hold on Malachai loosened slightly as I examined it. It was bigger than I gave it credit for. As the school passed I spotted the church. We stopped next to the bank. Malachai turned into my street and I pointed at my house.

Malachai nodded showing he understood. He pulled up outside my house and I got off the motorbike with a lot of struggle. I smiled at the sight of the house. Malachai got off the bike and put down the foot-stand. I gave him a confused look until he put my arm around his shoulders

"Malachai, my house is right there. You don't have to-" I started. Malachai gave me a cheeky grin

"But I want to make sure you get to your house safely" he said. I sighed giving in and nodded. To be honest I think I did need a bit of help. I winced as my injured foot skipped along the concrete to support my weight a little bit more. Malachai knocked on the door and my mother opened the door. She gasped as she saw my condition

"Nugget" she said worry in her tone. She grabbed my face in her hands "are you okay?" She asked. She tilted my face to the side seeing the large bruise on my face "my poor baby. How did this happen?" she said tears filling her eyes. I sighed my shoulders sagging

"I'm fine, mom. Just a couple bullies" I assured gently. She looked to Malachai

"Thank you for helping my baby" she said to him "would you like to come inside for a drink?" She asked kindly. Malachai's eyes flicked to me before he shook his head with a smirk

"I'm fine" Malachai assured. My mom turned her attention to me again. Her eyebrows furrowed and a dark look fell onto her face making a shiver run up my spine

"You don't have to go to that school ever again if you don't want to" she said and I chuckled nervously

"No offence, Mrs Nugget" Malachai started and I let out a breathy chuckle "but I'll personally make sure nothing like this happens to her again" Malachai states. I looked at him in surprise. I had only known him for a day... no only a few minutes and he was already vowing to be my body guard? My eyes watered and I rubbed my eyes with a sniffle. Malachai looked down at me "Can I take her somewhere to lay down?" Malachai asked

"Of course. You're such a nice boy" my mother said smiling brightly at Malachai "and it's Ms Nugget" my mom said and my eyes flickered to the floor thinking of my father. I hoped I never saw him again.

Malachai helped me inside and I smiled. My eyes landed on a couch and I guessed Malachai saw it as well. He walked to it and I flopped onto the couch and winced. I gave a laugh

"Reminds me of the old days" I said lightly. Malachai looked at me and furrowed his eyebrows in confusion. It looked like he wanted to ask but he didn't "Thanks, Malachai" I said genuinely. He sighed patting my hair and I smiled

"No worries, princess" he said and I rolled my eyes playfully "Are you going to sit with us at recess?" Malachai asked raising an eyebrow

"will the others mind?" I asked nervously. He shrugged nonchalantly. I bit my lip and his eyes flicked to the movement

"They'll have to put up with it" he stated "you're with me and I'm leader of them. What happened with the serpents won't happen with us" he said almost proudly. I gave him a bright smile

"Then I'll see you then" I agreed with a nod. He smirked giving me a wave "see you, Malachai!" I said waving ignoring the burning pain in my arm

"See ya, princess!" He shouted back. I giggled as he shut the door behind him. My mom came into the living room with a gentle smile on her face

"Are you really okay, baby?" My mom asked. I sighed and gave her a nod

"I promise I'm fine" I told her. She walked over to me and pressed a kiss to my forehead

"Alright. Do you want to stay home tomorrow?" She asked. I shook my head. She sighed and threw a thin blanket over me "most of our furniture is still in the moving van" she muttered I gave her a smile

"I love you, mom" I blurted. She looked at me and smiled. Mom sighed and gave my leg a pat

Hey everyone! This is like a miniature story line I had thought of but the plot didn’t really extend over a one-shot. If you want me to try extend on it I will certainly try. Also it’s not included in the ‘Racing for Ghoulies’ series! Just saying. I think I’m going to post a couple of these every here and there because it’s what I kind of like doing sometimes.

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The sight of Jughead's bashed in face got sweetpea's attention

"I'll have a talk to y/n" Sweet Pea said. Jughead looked at him perplexed

"Y/n?" Jughead asked. Sweet pea shrugged

"She's like the ambassador between ghoulies and serpents. When she's not doing that she more works with the ghoulies" Toni explained plopping a chip in her mouth

"she's under protection of both though" Sweet Pea added "She's been able to stop most fights we have between each other. She's basically the only thing stopping a war between  ghoulies and serpents from breaking out at the moment" he shrugged before standing up "i'll see if she can talk to the ghoulies about leaving you alone" Sweet Pea stated. Jughead stood up as well

"I'll go too" Jughead suggested. Sweet Pea gave him a perplexed look but then sighed with a nod

"She doesn't really like strangers, so don't talk too much" Sweet Pea warned.

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"Looking good y/n" Johnny said as I slid into the seat in front of him. I grinned tugging on my jacket

"What can I say? Chaos looks good on me" I told him. He laughed and I joined in. a shadow loomed over me. My laughter died down and I chuckled wiping a tear from my eye turning in my seat. I spotted the familiar tall jet-black haired boy. The Ghoulie in front of me glared at Sweet Pea

"I'll talk to you later y/n" Johnny said. I turned to him and nodded waving him off. Sweet Pea raised an eyebrow

"I need to talk to you" Sweet Pea stated. I motioned to the now empty seat in front of me when I noticed someone following Sweet Pea like a puppy. I picked up my sandwich taking a large chomp from it

"What's up, Sweet Pea? Ghoulies selling drugs too close to the Whyte Wyrm?" I asked my mouth full of the delicious sandwich, I hardly bothered to acknowledge the new comer "or do you need the ghoulies to do something for ya?" I asked a smug glint in my eye as I waved around my sandwich

"I need you to keep the ghoulies away from Jughead" Sweet Pea told me. 'Jughead'? What a name. I scratched my head confused and plopped my sandwich down on my lap

"What kind of idiot names his son 'Jughead'?" I asked with a snort making the black haired boy beside Sweet Pea glared at me... sensitive subject "Yeah, whatever" I shrugged nonchalantly "why's he so important anyway?" I asked leaning my cheek on my fist

"I'm FP's son" the newbi said and my eyes flicked to him curiously. Sweet pea also looked at him scoldingly "a bunch of your guys jumped me last night after school" Jughead stated. Sweet pea nudged him harshly. I looked at Sweet Pea curiously. So this was FP's son? He was... Lamer than I thought he'd be...

"What were you doing in school at night?" I asked tilting my head challengingly. I leaned over the table slightly intrigued. After a second he didn't answer and I leaned back into my seat "we had no idea you were FP's son. A few ghoulies saw you ditch the serpents, decided it wouldn't cause any damage to bash you. Thought it would be fun" I told him a smirk sneaking onto my face "but, from now on. Hands off" I agreed. They both sighed in relief "if the others agree" I added after a second "anything you have to offer in return?" I asked with a pout

"He's in the initiation stages of joining the serpents" Sweet Pea lied making me hum in disappointment "attack him and you'll have a problem" he threatened. I sighed and raised my hands in surrender

"I was just asking if you wanted to sweeten the deal Sweet Pea. I can't promise you anything but I'll ask the others to lay off" I confirmed with a shake of my head "it's not like I want them to hit him..." I trailed faking a frown. I couldn't hold it and let out a 'pfft' and let my laughter out "sorry, couldn't keep it up. Lying right through my teeth" I said slapping my knee. Jughead looked at me perplexed

"Y/n" Sweet pea warned. I waved him off with a scoff

"Yeah, yeah" I said rolling her eyes "I'll ask the others to lay off... what was your name again?" I asked the beanie wearing boy

"Jughead" he answered. I coughed trying to cover up my laugh but I knew it didn't work due to his glare "it's a nickname" he stated. I held my hands up innocently

"I didn't say anything" I defended but he continued to glare at me "I'll tell them to lay off...Jughead. I swear" I said raising my right hand to show I was serious but a teasing look remained on my face. Sweet Pea nodded standing up

"Thanks y/n" Sweet Pea said. I stood from my seat holding my arms out. Sweet Pea looked at me hesitantly

"Oh c'mon. You know you want to" I said with a grin. Sweet Pea huffed and walked into my arms. I squeezed him "we should talk soon...Not about 'Jughead'" I said with a wink

"You tease me for Jughead yet you won't tease him for sweet pea" Jughead murmured under his breath. I looked at him with a glare

"If you were a serpent, I wouldn't care if your name was 'dickhead' I wouldn't be teasing you" I stated Jughead and he tensed not expecting that I heard him "besides I gave Sweet Pea that nickname. Of course I wouldn't tease him" I told Jughead slinging my arm around the tall male's waist. Sweet pea rolled his eyes

"I-I didn't mean-" Jughead cut himself off which was probably for the best. I licked my lips

"Whatever" I said with a shrug "I don't care what you mean" I stated. I looked to the ghoulies who were looking at Jughead like he was a five-course meal with a chocolate sundae on the side "I've got to go, you’ll see for yourselves what the answer is" I told Sweet Pea. I shoved the rest of my sandwich in my mouth and stood up dusting off my hands.

I walked with pep in my step. I reached the table and plopped down next to Johnny stealing one of his chips. He sent me a playful glare and slapped arm

"What was that about?" He asked. I sighed running a hand through my hair. I looked at him and huffed waving him off for a second

"Oi, guys!" I called to the ghoulies some stopped, hitting the others so theyd pay attention "as you might've seen, I was chatting with the shit snakes" I stated. I heard a groan behind us from the serpents and flashed the serpents a sly grin "last night, we apparently bashed the serpent princess 'Jughead'" a few laughed and giggled. I gave my own chuckle with a nod "they've asked us to lay off-" I started

"What do we get in return!?" A voice from the back shouted cutting me off. A few people cheered in agreement. I pointed in the direction the voice came from

"We get peace" I called over to him in a growl and everyone went silent "now... we can't be hitting defenseless little girls that call themselves serpents! That's not what we do in the ghoulies! Jughead is joining them, that means if we hit him we're going to start a war. We're a southside gang who 'fell on the wrong side of the tracks'" I said sarcastically "and unlike the shit snakes we do love to make a little bit of mischief" I admitted with a innocent shrug and a few shouts of agreement sounded "but if FP gets out... he'll find out we're bashing on his son and we're in for an all out Southside war!" I stated firmly

"'If he gets out’!" Johnny said quoting me and the ghoulies broke out into laughter. I huffed in amusement shaking my head

"Dammit guys" I muttered "let me make myself clear. What happens when we get into a Southside war with the Serpents and the Northside decides to fuck us all over as we squabble between ourselves!?" I roared pointing in the direction of the north. Everyone cheered "right now, the Serpents can go fuck themselves right up their own asses! We have bigger reptiles to fry, like that bitch of a mayor and that lying asshole of a news reporter!" I stated, a thunderous shout of agreement came from the crowd. The bell rang and we looked to it. I got a couple pats on the back

"All for leaving the serpent princess alone?" Johnny called. I pulled the skin under my eye down and everyone followed suit "looks like we're hands off" Johnny stated glancing at me. I nodded. As the ghoulies left I made my way to the serpents. I propped an hand on my hip and leaned my weight to one leg

"Unless you guys do something stupid, Jughead will be fine" I stated nonchalantly "I'll make sure nothing stupid is planned over here" I added. Sweet Pea nodded

"Why do you hate me so much?" Jughead suddenly asked. I looked to him with a raised eyebrow. I looked him up and down and shifted my weight onto my other leg

"I don't hate you, it's just..." I trailed. I tapped my bottom lip musing it over "actually, no" I stopped mid muse "Fuck you" I said with a smile and Jughead groaned

"I don't-" Jughead tried. And I shushed him

"Listen, what I create is chaos" I told him seriously and he went to open his mouth again "but not for the Southside. The way I see it, we should've banded together a long time ago to destroy the northsiders and rode riverdale like a fucking flaming warhorse to victory" I said widening my eyes to get the point across

"You're insane" Jughead muttered. I sent him a disbelieving stare

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“I- uh... me...” I attempted but I kept tripping over my words. I took a deep breath “I have to go” I said shaking my head.

I turned tail hoping to get to the free period as soon as I could so Chuck and I could have our heart-to-heart. I knew that Jughead was going to be more curious than ever. I knew it for a fact.

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I entered the student lounge and flopped onto the couch. I figured Chuck might take a while. I sighed as my mind wandered to Malachai. I wondered what had happened this morning... I shook my head trying to shake the thought out. It was a Ghoulie thing. Since I wasn't a Ghoulie it was nothing that concerned me.

I threw my head back and dragged my hands down my face. I was sick of the worry that felt like a blade being twisted in my stomach. Chuck walked in and I gave him a light smile as he plopped down on the opposing seat

"What did you want to talk about?" Chuck asked. I scratched the back of my neck

"I wanna talk about Veronica" I stated. Chuck gave me a sly smirk

"You jealous?" He asked and I raised my eyebrows at him wondering if he was serious. Chuck rolled his eyes "fine. She's the new girl. New territory. I don't see the problem" he shrugged. I ran a hand through my hair

"Chuck. She’s a total bitch. Trust me" I warned "and recently I found out that... book was still going on" I told him and he gave me a face

"Listen, I respect you" he stated calmly "you got me out of a few tight spots" he admitted with a smirk "but you know why I keep the Book of Conquests going and you can-" he started

"Listen, I don't care if you brag about it, if it's true. I’ve long since given up on that, you’re unredeemable honestly" I stated cutting him off "but no posts, no rumors, and no listing off the kinky shit you two were doing" I listed. Chuck sighed

"You know I can't take that post down" Chuck stated crossing his arms. I raised an eyebrow "Alright I could, but I won't. I'd look like a complete moron if I took it down now" Chuck stated. I gave him a sigh "now how about we talk about last night?" Chuck suggested. I gave him a hum "Who was that guy you were with?" He asked

"You jealous?" I asked mocking him. He gave me a roll of his eyes. I crossed my arms looking him in the eyes. Surprisingly he was someone I trusted a lot more than other people. Mostly because I had so much dirt on him that if he told anyone I could back fire with a million different embarrassing stories "he's my boyfriend. We're trying to keep things on the down-low so I'd appreciate if you didn't tell anyone" I stated. He nodded "so there's no way to get you to take down the post?" I asked giving him a frown. I didn't like Veronica. That was no secret. But I did pity her. Chuck shrugged

"Nope" Chuck declined and stood up "I'm heading off to celebrate with the boys" Chuck stated. I sighed and gave him a small wave as he walked out. My phone buzzed and I answered it

"Ice, you need to get out of the school. Right now" Malachai ordered. I furrowed my eyebrows at his frantic tone. The use of my old drag racing nickname made me realize it was something bad. I immediately stood up and grabbed my bag

"what's wrong?" I asked jogging to the student lounge door. I opened it slowly looking both ways before I left and speed walked down the hall. Malachai didn't answer "Kai, what's wrong?" I repeated as stress and worry flooded through my veins

"Nothing" he stated with an annoyed tone

"What happened?" I asked, panic seeping into my tone. My run turned into a sprint. The lockers and display cases zoomed past as I continued to run

"I'll tell you when you get outside" Malachai stated hanging up. I heard it and looked at my phone with a groan. I pushed my legs to sprint faster. I slammed the doors to the school open and spotted Malachai's car. I practically jumped the flight of stairs and hopped in the car as soon as I got into the car Malachai was driving. I rushed putting on my seatbelt. Malachai's nose was a raw color of red and a bit of brown

"Kai, what happened?" I asked looking at his serious face. I put my hand brushing Malachai's hair out of his eyes and spotted a large cut on his temple. Malachai glanced at me

"You should see the other guys" he said his lips quirking up. Guys? He fought more than one? My lips pulled down "I'm fine" he assured gently. I ran my thumb over the graze and though he didn't react, I could tell it stung so I moved my hands back

"Who did this?" I asked concerned. His eyes flicked to me then back to the road quickly. I could tell something was wrong "Malachai, please tell me" I pleaded. He sighed out of his nose and I saw his knuckles going white as he made his grip even tighter on the steering wheel

"it was the damn Serpents" he stated making me furrow my eyebrows "it wasn't just me. We had an all out brawl with em" he said shaking his head with an annoyed sigh. I rubbed his arm

"Why? What happened?" I asked flicking my eyes over his face as he scrunched up his nose with a frustrated look but stayed silent. He managed to release the wheel and rub the side of his neck "Malachai. Why did they start the fight?" I asked

"They were talking about you" he stated seething and I tilted my head confused "not Ice" he stated "you. Nugget" he said seriously "pricks" he muttered. I gave him a look

"Me?" I said confused "do they know I'm Ice? Do they know about us?" I asked panic starting to fill my body. He shook his head

"That's the problem" he said flexing his hands before wrapping them around the wheel again "they were talking about you, what they want to do to you. I wanted to kill the bastards" he snarled. I looked at him for a second with a squint before my eyes widened in realisation. They were talking about those things. I chuckled

“You had me worried, Malachai” I said with a grin “pulling me out of school because of that” I said shaking my head. He pulled over to the side of the road before turning to face me fully

“It matters to me, because you’re mine” he stated firmly. I rolled my eyes. This again? “You can deny it, but you’re mine. What’s mine is mine, end of story” he said and I sighed. I cupped his face

“Alright, but you’re mine too” I said with a small smile “I’m not going to ‘listen to orders’ and I’m not becoming a Ghoulie” I compromised. He gave me a smirk

“We’ll see” he said cheekily. I grinned and punched his arm making him let out a mocking ‘ow’. I shook my head in amusement

“You’re an idiot” I stated folding my arms over my chest “you know that, right?” I asked. He just smiled

“But I’m your idiot” he shrugged. My face slowly warmed up and I looked out the window. He was mine. My idiot.

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“Yeah, of course” I agreed “I’ll get dressed and head out” I told them. Malachai smiled and pressed a kiss to my forehead. I hopped off the counter, forgetting about the coffee that I hadn’t made. whatever they needed to talk about seemed serious.

I knew I wasn’t a Ghoulie. It was probably for the best I didn’t get mixed up in what they did. I also knew being a Ghoulie or even a Serpent wouldn’t end well. I gave the three a worried look before going to get dressed

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I grunted as someone turned a corner quickly and ran into me. I was about to keep walking until my eyes caughtthe person I had bumped into. Veronica. I raised an eyebrow at her fierce glare directed towards me

"Why didn't you tell me!?" She shouted. I gave her a passive look. She could’ve been talking about her situation with Chuck however I didn’t tell her a lot of things "you knew what he was going to do!" She growled. I sighed pinching the bridge of my nose

"I warned you" I stated putting my hands on my hips "you didn't listen to my advice" I told her bluntly. Her nose scrunched up before she slumped. She rubbed her face

"Come with us, we're going to have a little talk with Chuck" she said with a growl. She grabbed my arm pulling me along with her

"This is a bad idea" I warned her but she didn't stop. You'd think after the first piece of advice was right she'd actually listen to me, but you'd be wrong. Veronica turned into the boy's shower room and I squirmed slightly.

"Excuse me" Veronica said pushing a boy who was walking in front of her to the side. Veronica bumped into a familiar red head

"Veronica?" Archie said confused, nearly dropping the towel that was wrapped around his waist. I looked up to the roof not wanting to see anything "Betty, Nugget, what are you guys doing here?" He asked

"Don't worry about it" Veronica assured. Archie stepped in front of her blocking the way "I mean it, Andrews. Hit the showers and stay out of my way" she demanded shoving him to the side.

Betty followed blocking her view if he half-naked or fully-naked boys. I kept my gaze on the ceiling not wanting to see anything either. Veronica was the only one of us that seemed unfazed by this. We stopped which I suppose meant we had finally run into Chuck. I slowly looked down and sighed in relief that there was no one naked. Veronica cleared her throat

"oh, B and V. Menage a right on. Ladies" Chuck greeted the two, ignoring my presence. I guessed it was so I wouldn't have to talk.

"This is disgusting" Veronica stated holding up her phone showing Chuck the picture "Take it down" she ordered. This wasn't going to end well

"Whoa, whoa. Why are you so wound up?" Chuck asked raising his hands slightly "It's a badge of honor, and you're not exactly virgin territory after your closet date with Andrews" he stated. So it was a dick measuring contest. Not that I was surprised. He wanted Veronica because Archie did

"Okay, that's beyond irrelevant, Chuck" Betty cut in "You're not allowed to go around humiliating girls, for any reason, under any circumstances, you... jerk" she said kind of hesitantly

"Look, I get you're not a closet kind of girl, but hey, if you wanna ride the Chuck Wagon, that can be arranged" Chuck suggested making some of the other boys laugh.

I was so glad that Malachai wasn't like these assholes. Sure he liked to show off but he wouldn't do this type of stuff. He wouldn't try humiliate me. He wouldn't do what Chuck was doing.

"Let's keep this simple, so that your preppy-murderer half-brain can grasp it" Veronica said and I saw Chuck's face fall. He was close to Jason. Jason was Co-Captain of the Bulldogs with him. Chuck would be the third last person I would ever suspect, second last went to Cheryl and last went to me, of course. But then again, I already knew who did it. I also knew that this was going to end badly "Take. This. The hell. Down" Veronica demanded stepping closer to Chuck with each word. Chuck bent down to her height

"Okay, that high-toned bitch attitude may have worked on the betas you dated in New York, but you're in Bulldog territory" Chuck stated putting his arms out. Moose stepped forward with a realistic dog bark making Veronica flinch and take a step backwards. A couple other boys barked as well following Moose's lead "But please... fight back" Chuck said, cockily looking her up and down. He walked to go past her and stopped looking her in the eyes "You'll only make it harder on yourself" he stated before continuing on his way. He looked Betty up and down then turned to me "nice to see you, Nugget" Chuck said and I crossed my arms defensively

"Wish they were better circumstances, Chuck" I shrugged "do you think I could talk to you when you're decently dressed? Maybe first period?" I asked and he hummed with a nod. He walked away and I looked to Veronica and Betty "alright guys. I think we should let these boys get dressed" I suggested. Betty nodded and Veronica looked like she was down in the dumps... which was fair enough.

I started my way out of the changing room making sure to keep my eyes eye level. I'd hopefully talk Chuck into taking down the post, but it was more than likely he'd ignore me. I sighed shaking my head

"Did you just come out of the male showers?" Jughead asked me and I looked to him in surprise. Veronica and Betty walked out as well and I could see Jughead's growing confusion

"I'll explain-" I tried but the bell went off. Jughead looked at the bell

"Uh, I'm gonna... head home" Veronica said hugging herself. Betty went to comfort her. I nodded. I looked to Jughead

"I'm actually going to go interview Dilten Doily" Jughead stated cutting me off. I raised an eyebrow "I'm writing an article for the Blue and Gold" he said clearing up my confusion a little. I hummed and nodded "by the way..." he started "we went on a road trip on the fourth yet you said you were with Archie when he heard the gunshot" Jughead stated. I scrunched up my face

"You already know who he was really with" I told him "he used me as a cover up" I stated crossing my arms. Jughead sighed deeply

"I'm just worried because you were a bit late. I mean me and dad were waiting for ages before you caught up" he said and I looked away from him "is there something you're not telling me? Do you know something about the case I don’t?” He asked. I looked away from him awkwardly

“I’ve told you before, Juggy. I know a lot of things that I don't tell you about. I also do a lot of things that I don’t tell you about” I stated “Jughead” I began.

I wanted to tell him about Malachai. I wanted to tell him how happy Malachai had made me during the short amount of time we had been dating. I felt like we had known each other our whole lives. How his laugh made my stomach do flips... But the words I tried to say were getting jumbled

“I- uh... me...” I attempted but I kept tripping over my words. I took a deep breath “I have to go” I said shaking my head.

I turned tail hoping to get to the free period as soon as I could so Chuck and I could have our heart-to-heart. I knew that Jughead was going to be more curious than ever. I knew it for a fact.

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“Even though we’re covered in food, I have to agree” I stated with a wide smile “I call dibs on the shower” I stated. Malachai groaned

“What that’s just unfair” he whined. I shrugged innocently. Malachai smiled. It was a good night. I wasn’t sure when I was going to make the large announcement that I was dating a Ghoulie, but hopefully it wouldn’t cause too much drama, I already had enough of that.

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I groaned as my eyes fluttered open to the sound of my phone. I flipped over and looked at what had caused my phone to buzz. Chuck had posted something. I opened it only to see Veronica with photoshopped maple syrup over her. Malachai looked over my shoulder half asleep still. He gave a chuckle before grabbing my waist and snuggling his head into my neck. I sighed

"Man, Veronica's gonna be pissed" I stated "I warned her about him" I said shaking my head. Malachai shrugged nonchalantly

"Who cares?" He asked "you tried to give her advice and she ignored you" he told me kissing the back of my neck. I sighed turning around to face him

"She doesn't know how Chuck works" I stated giving him a sad look "if she goes after him he's just gonna make it harder on her" I told him shaking my head "I've seen it happen before" I huffed. Malachai propped himself up on his elbows

"Did he ever do it to you?" He asked slight worry seeping into his tone. I smiled lightly and shook my head

"No, but he tried... very briefly. He does it with literally every female. He lies about banging one then moves onto the next" I stated. Malachai's glare grew deadly and I chuckled patting his chest "don't worry. I shut that shit down. He won't try it again, besides we're actually alright friends. I wouldn't say he's my favourite person in the world-" I said

"Because it's me" Malachai cut in and I rolled my eyes "and trust me, babe. You should stay away from guys like that" he stated. I groaned and got out of bed "where are you going?" He asked confused. It was extremely early. Earlier than I had ever woken up without someone pouring water on me and I needed caffeine.

"You told me to stay away from guys like Chuck" I teased walking out of the bedroom.

"Are you saying I'm like Chuck?" He called after me. Malachai came out of the room soon after with a confused puppy dog like stare. I raised an eyebrow at him "how am I like Chuck?" He asked. I chuckled

"I was joking, Malachai. I was going to grab a coffee" I said jerking my thumb over my shoulder "do you want one?" I asked tilting my head. Malachai sighed

"how am I like Chuck?" He repeated and I could tell he was a little offended. I raised an eyebrow at him

"Alright, you're not like Chuck... around me" I admitted taking out two mugs "but the first night I kissed you, while I was drunk you said 'if you were anyone else' before pushing me off" I shrugged starting the kettle and looking back to him "it kinda had- I don't know... Chuck vibes" I said before casually turning to the coffee again.

Malachai stayed silent. A hand grabbed my shoulder and I hummed turning to Malachai. He didn't give me time to think as he grabbed my hips and lifted me onto the counter. My mug fell to the ground with a clank and I went to scold Malachai only to look up into his eyes and freeze like a deer in headlights

"The difference between me and Chuck..." He started, sliding his hands down onto the sides of my thighs "he's a lying little boy" he said "me? I don't have to lie to get what I want" he told me, leaning closer.

His hands slid up the back of my thighs and I shivered. The tense eye contact was suffocating me. And then his lips were on mine in a feverish manner. The previous warmth of his hands had started to feel like a wildfire, the heat spreading up and around my body. The bubbly feeling in my stomach that twisted and tightened like a wet rag had me kissing back almost instantly. Everything but him was drowned out. I felt like I needed to be closer to him. The way his hands gripped my thighs made me feel like something wasn't there. I wrapped my legs around Malachai's waist pulling him closer to me wanting to figure out what I was missing. I felt Malachai's lips quirk up slightly

"Jesus, guys!" We heard Josh. I squeaked pulling away from Malachai but a string of salvia followed me. Malachai however, didn't look away. He just continued staring at me. My face was flushed red as I panted for air

"We put food on that" Verne added in a scolding tone. Malachai's eyes almost hesitantly flicked away from me and to the boys. He gave them a shrug

"It was Nugget's fault" he blamed and I looked at him gob-smacked "she provoked me" he added

"As if!" I denied "you kissed me with no prompt" I said puffing out my chest. Malachai raised an eyebrow

"You kept looking up at me with your adorable face" he teased. I pouted and Malachai immediately bent down pressing a peck to my lips "see? You provoked me again" he stated and I pouted deeper “what are you two doing here so early?” Malachai asked picking up the fallen mug, putting it beside me. Verne and Josh looked at each other

“We need to tell you something” Verne stated crossing his arms. His eyes flicked to me “it’s probably best if Nugget isn’t here for this conversation” he stated. Malachai’s eyes flicked to me.

“Is it alright if you walk to school today?” Malachai asked. My eyebrows furrowed as I looked over the three of them. I nodded

“Yeah, of course” I agreed “I’ll get dressed and head out” I told them. Malachai smiled and pressed a kiss to my forehead. I hopped off the counter, forgetting about the coffee that I hadn’t made. whatever they needed to talk about seemed serious.

I knew I wasn’t a Ghoulie. It was probably for the best I didn’t get mixed up in what they did. I also knew being a Ghoulie or even a Serpent wouldn’t end well. I gave the three a worried look before going to get dressed

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"It doesn’t matter to me that ‘anybody knows’" Malachai stated cutting me off and I furrowed my eyebrows confused. He sighed "I just hate that I don't get to go anywhere with my girlfriend without doing... stuff like this" he said gesturing to the area around us. I looked at the table “I hate that we can’t go anywhere without being worried we’ll get caught in the act of spending time with eachother” he scoffed

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I took a deep breath. It had been bad. I knew I was making him feel like shit. I opened my mouth to say something. The back door opened and Hermione walked through with a wide smile. I saw malachai internally sigh and I looked at the table again. Hermione put our drinks in front of us

"There you go guys!" She said not noticing the tense situation she had walked into "enjoy your shakes" she said and I flicked my eyes to her

"Thanks, Mrs Lodge" I said trying to hide the stress weighing down on my shoulders. She gave me a smile before going back inside. It went silent as she closed the door. My thoughts went over our conversation. I sighed deeply looking up at Malachai with a small smile "Alright, I get it" I said and he tilted his head "it probably feels pretty shitty that we're always hiding" I said with a nod. I chuckled slightly "I have been going a little overboard" I agreed and Malachai sighed

"A 'little'?" He asked and I rolled my eyes giving him a sarcastic laugh "Nugget. I just-" he cut himself off with a huff "I'm a Ghoulie. It's our nature to show off" he stated. I smiled

"I'll calm down with the hiding thing and I'll tell everyone about us soon. " I stated sliding a hand over my face "but for now can we just... enjoy this?" I asked flicking my eyes up to him

"Of course" Malachai said. He slid his hand over to my side of the table with his palm up and a small smile was on his face. I put my hand into his and sighed in relief. He ran his thumb over the top of my hand and I smiled. My phone rang and I jolted.

Malachai chuckled making me send him a playful glare. I fished my phone out of my pocket to see that it was an unknown number. I sighed pressing decline only for it to answer anyway. Rat King... of course

"Did you decline my call!?" Rat King said over dramatically. Malachai sent me a weird look. He didn't know of RK's abilities

"Yes I did, RK. I'm on a date at the moment. Jeez, learn some boundaries" I teased. Rat King gasped

"A date!?" He screeched. I hummed "with who? Why haven't I heard about this yet?" He asked and I took a deep breath

"We've been keeping it on the downside" I told him casually "I'm... uh" I tried. I looked up to Malachai and tightened my hold on his hand "I'm on a date with my boyfriend, Malachai" I stated making Malachai's lips quirk up.

"You're dating the Ghoulie King?" Rat King asked flatly. I hummed in agreement "Malachai?" He said and I chuckled "that's some juicy gossip" RK stated in thought. He was already thinking of who he could give the information to

"Listen, you can tell anyone and everyone except for the ones who know dad and Jughead...." I stated. Rat King hummed "I want to tell them about this myself" I added. Rat King sighed

"Fine" he agreed "I'll let you get back to your date but I'm gonna force those details out of you later" he teased. I rolled my eyes

"Alright bye, Rat King" I said hunting that he should hang up which he did. I looked up to Malachai "see, I can tell people about us" I stated crossing my arms

"Yeah, you can tell them on the phone" Malachai teased. I went to retort when Hermione walked in. She always seemed to have that type of timing. I sat up straight looking Hermione in the eyes

"Mrs Lodge, I'm Malachai's girlfriend" I stated looking at her firmly. Her eyebrows furrowed for a second before she looked between us and chuckled.

"I figured" she stated amused. I looked to Malachai and he just smiled. Hermione placed the chips in the middle, the nuggets in front of me and the chicken-fried steak in front of Malachai. Malachai raised an eyebrow at the food "you two have a good night" she said kindly. I smiled lightly

"You too, Mrs Lodge" I said with a nod. I picked up a nugget and immediately tossed it in my mouth. Malachai didn't bother with the knife and fork as he picked up the chicken-fried steak in his hands taking a bite of it. I raised an eyebrow with a smile

"What?" He asked his mouth full of food. My nose scrunched up as I chuckled. Malachai noticed and opened his mouth revealing the food in his mouth

"You're so gross" I laughed tossing a chip at him. His eyes sparkled with mischief as he tossed a handful back at me. I gasped looking at the chips that were linked with cheese.

I gave him a playful glare grabbing a hand full of the chips and chucking them at him, he got out of his chair dodging the food. He smirked until I tossed another load hitting him in the chest. I squeaked as he grabbed the vegetables that were on the side of his food and stumbled out of my chair running to hide behind the table. I whined as the vegetables hit me anyway. He only laughed in response. I grabbed some nuggets tossing them in his direction. He gave a child like laugh as they all hit him, chips I didn't know he had left his hand in my direction.

I smiled widely as chips hit me in the side as I tried to dodge them. Malachai caught my wrist and I felt chips go down the back of my shirt. I shivered, shaking them out. Malachai tugged me so my back was pressed against his chest. I looked back at him only to see his eyes flicker from the Assort Shake to me

"Malachai, don't you dare-" I tried only for it to be in vein as he grabbed the shake. I struggled sending us both backwards. I landed in Malachai's lap with the milkshake all over me.

Malachai laughed and I grabbed his milkshake from the table pouring it on him. I giggled as he wiped the milkshake from his eyes, still laughing. Malachai wrapped his arms around my waist with a grin, I squealed when I felt him lick up the side of my neck

"Malachai!" I scolded in a high pitched voice. He sent me a cocky smirk

"Y'know the Assort Shake isn't that bad when it's on you" he teased and I shook my head in amusement. The door to Pop's opened and we both froze. I turned to see Hermione

"Was the food that bad?" She asked raising an eyebrow. I looked back at Malachai

"No, someone just felt like starting a food fight" I said accusingly. Malachai smiled brightly and shrugged "Sorry for the mess, Mrs Lodge" I apologised looking around "we could clean up?" I suggested standing up. Hermione shook her head

"No, I'll clean up" she stated and I opened my mouth to retort "I insist, it's the least I could do after you took over my shift" she cut me off. Malachai stood up and grabbed my hand. I sent him a small smile

"Alright, if you're sure" I agreed slowly “thanks, Mrs Lodge” I called before Malachai led me out of the area. I froze slightly as I spotted Chuck through Pop’s window looking at us. Malachai noticed and raised an eyebrow at the Bulldog. I sighed as Malachai wrapped an arm around my waist protectively and continued walking. I was pretty sure Chuck wouldn’t bring it up anyway

“Hey, Nugget. Tonight was awesome” Malachai stated. I chuckled and nodded my head snuggling into his side more

“Even though we’re covered in food, I have to agree” I stated with a wide smile “I call dibs on the shower” I stated. Malachai groaned

“What that’s just unfair” he whined. I shrugged innocently. Malachai smiled. It was a good night. I wasn’t sure when I was going to make the large announcement that I was dating a Ghoulie, but hopefully it wouldn’t cause too much drama, I already had enough of that.

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Previously

“You have a better chance of beating me in a race then owning me, baby” I teased with a wink. I pressed a quick kiss to Malachai’s lips

“Oh, we’ll have to see about that” he said with a wicked smile. I smiled, licking my lips as Malachai smirked and put his hand on the wheel. We would definitely have to see

Now

As we got home I jumped out of the car with a smile. Malachai chuckled and hoped out as well. He jogged to catch up with and when he did he wrapped his arms around my waist

"Y'know. We could go somewhere tonight" he said thoughtfully. I raised an eyebrow looking at him with a smile

"What do you mean?" I asked and Malachai shrugged with a sigh

"We usually go to your school or back to our place and the only places we've been to not routinely are Pop's and the quarry" he stated "we should at least go to Pop's as a couple" he told me and I bit the inside of my cheek. I glanced at him and sighed. I turned around in his hold

"Malachai, nobody knows about us yet" I told him "my brother is nearly always there and everyone at work knows me" I said furrowing my eyebrows. Malachai frowned and I immediately felt bad. I sent him a small tired smile "Y'know what? Alright" I agreed

"Really?" Malachai asked and I swear he had the new found energy of a puppy. Malachai's frown immediately turned into a wide grin when I nodded. I chuckled. I pulled out my phone "Who are you calling?" Malachai asked

"I'm calling Pop" I stated with a shrug tapping on 'Pop's diner'. I glanced at Malachai "just because we're going to Pop's doesn't mean I can't be careful" I stated "now go away, I want to make it a surprise!" I said with a smile. Malachai gave me a roll of his eyes before he pecked my forehead and left

"Hello, Pop's diner, how can I help you?" Pop asked. I smiled. I knew he could help us out

"Hey, Pop. It's Frideswide" I stated. I had to furrow my eyebrows at my real name "I-uh. I mean Nugget" I told him facepalming myself internally. I glanced to Malachai who just walked into the house of the dead

"Oh Nugget!" Pop said in realisation "Good to hear from you. Do you want an extra shift?" he asked and I chuckled slightly. I shook my head looking away from the House of the Dead

"No thanks, Pop. I actually want to do something a little bit strange" I told him. I hoped Malachai would get surprised with what I had in mind but there was no way to be sure

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I went to get out of the car when Malachai literally slid across the roof of the car and opened the door for me. I chuckled and got out letting him close it for me. I raised an eyebrow

"Really, Malachai?" I asked and Malachai shrugged. He gestured to the neon sign of Pop's which was glowing red with a grin

"Well, this is pretty much a date" he stated "I mean you're wearing a dress" he stated. I looked at my mid-thigh length dress and pouted "I've never seen you even wear a skirt before so it's got to be a date" he told me

"I don't like skirts or dresses" I said childishly and Malachai smiled. He pointed to my dress

"Yet you're wearing one" he stated cockily "therefore, it's a date" he said causing me to pout further. He held his arm out to me as if he was an escort and I smiled grabbing it. As we got to Pop's, Malachai went to go to the door. I stopped and tugged on his arm

"No, cmon. This way" I said gesturing around to around the side of Pop's. Malachai tilted his head and I took the lead. I saw Jughead in the window. He was typing away on his computer as always. In the next window was Veronica and Chuck. I sighed. Of course she hadn't listened. I ran around Pop's to where a table was set. I gestured to the table proudly and Malachai chuckled. We walked to the table and Malachai raised an eyebrow at me

"What's all this?" He asked looking at the candle that sat on the table and I smiled. I rocked back and forth on my feet biting my bottom lip

"Well, I thought since we're not particularly public yet... I could set up our own private little date" I told him. Malachai smiled and rolled his eyes. He looked at the table again

"So you 'Lady and the Tramp'ed me?" He said with an amused smile on his lips. I put a hand on my chest

"I'd never-" I started. As I looked at the table's positioning, I cut myself off and scrunched up my nose "holy shit. I 'Lady and the Tramp'ed you" I said in realisation and Malachai chuckled and walked to the table pulling out a chair. He gestured to it

"Doesn't matter" he shrugged as I sat down. He walked to his own seat and plopped into his chair. I looked to my watch. We had a minute before Pop came out. Malachai grabbed the menu looking over it

"On more important matters... you watched Lady and the Tramp?" I asked with a raised eyebrow. Malachai put the menu down with his mouth slightly parted. His eyes flicked to the menu and back to me

"Verne made me" he said quickly and I smiled widely "it actually wasn't bad" he muttered and I chuckled making Malachai give me a small playful glare

"It was pretty good, right?" I asked. Malachai sighed but nodded making me smile. I perked up at the sound of the back door opening. Hermione walked through and I immediately tensed

"She's in on it too?" Malachai guessed until he looked at my tensed posture. I gave a tight lipped smile to Hermione. She gave me a reassuring smile and I sighed

"Sorry, Nugget. Pop got busy" she stated. She looked to Malachai "I knew there was something going on between you two" she said cheekily. I ran a hand through my hair

"Mrs Lodge. Can you keep this between us?" I asked nervously, she tilted her head "we're trying to keep it on the quite side" I said looking to Malachai who didn't look like he could care less

"Uh... sure?" She said confused "but why would you want to hide this?" She asked looking between us. I sighed

"Just don't tell anyone. Not even Veronica!" I added. She sighed but nodded. She gave me a light smile

"Okay. Your secret's safe with me" she promised "now what do you two love birds want?" She teased. I smiled in relief

"I'll get an assort shake, 10 nuggets and a large cheesy chips to split" I stated. I looked to Malachai "what do you want?" I asked. Malachai hummed looking over the menu

"The vanilla shake and... I have no idea" he stated looking up at me "What do you think?" He asked. I hummed, pursing my lips in thought. I looked over my menu and then to Malachai

"He'll get the chicken-fried steak, please" I stayed with a smile. Hermione nodded and wrote it down

"I'll be back with your order" she stated. I nodded politely as she took out menus. I looked back to Malachai and released a large breath

"Why do you care so much about it?" Malachai asked raising an eyebrow. I gave him a look "you're not living with your dad, and even if you were, he wouldn't be able to stop you" he shrugged. I dragged a hand down my face

"That's not the point, Malachai" I stated "he might not be able to stop me but he'd probably start an all out war with the Ghoulies" I told him seriously and Malachai rolled his eyes "it's just... he could mess with my life. He could make Jughead stop spending time with me" I said crossing my arms

"If he does that, I'll bash him" he stated. I groaned leaning back into my chair. I let a sigh escape my lips

"That's the problem. Then there's still a war. He might be an ass but I still love my dad" I said expired. I looked at Malachai "I know that it means a lot to you tha-" I tried

"It doesn’t matter to me that ‘anybody knows’" Malachai stated cutting me off and I furrowed my eyebrows confused. He sighed "I just hate that I don't get to go anywhere with my girlfriend without doing... stuff like this" he said gesturing to the area around us. I looked at the table “I hate that we can’t go anywhere without being worried we’ll get caught in the act of spending time with eachother” he scoffed

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"No, but it could have been an attempt" Weatherbee stated and I nodded "thank you for cooperating" he said with a smile "you should get back to class" he told me. I nodded standing up

"Sorry I couldn't be more help" I told them with a wave as I walked out of the office. I slowly walked back to class and my heart was racing in my chest. Next time I see Archie I swear he’s dead

Now

I waited outside school for Archie. The scowl on my face hadn't left at all throughout the day. The thought that Malachai was waiting for me was the only thing that even slightly calmed me down. My eyes narrowed as Archie finally left the school

"Arch" I called crossing my arms. He looked to me and immediately sighed. He knew what I wanted to talk about. He walked down the steps and gave me a nervous smile

"Nugget, what do you want to talk about?" He asked innocently and I clenched my hand into a fist imagining it punching him right in the nose. Oh how satisfied I would've been if I had just punched him right then and there

"Cut the shit, Archie" I hissed quietly "seriously? You dragged me into your story!? I was on a road trip with Jughead on the 4th!" I whisper yelled. I glanced around making sure no one was listening "in case you didn't notice, I prefer to keep away from this type of stuff" I said raising my hands "neutral party, all the way" I stated "but you're messing with that" I told him poking his chest

"I know, I know. I'm so sorry, Nugget" Archie said with his shoulders dropping "they asked me if I was with anyone and I just... panicked" he stated. I let out a frustrated groan

"You couldn't say you were with your dog or something!?" I asked and Archie gave me a sigh "next time you decide to lie... keep me out of it" I said with a sarcastic smile "especially if it includes a murder" I huffed pinching the bridge of my nose "I saved your ass this time because I'm in a good mood. There is. no. next time" I stated firmly

"Thank you" Archie said gratefully. I sighed shaking my head. Only he would say 'thank you' after putting me in a situation forcefully

"No problem" I shrugged off. Archie's hands landed on my shoulders and I looked at him confused locking my eyes on his brown orbs. He looked somewhat determined

"seriously, Nugget. Thank you" he said with a small smile. It was silent for a couple seconds. I felt Archie's hands kind of twitch on my shoulders and my eyes flicked to them as I shifted awkwardly but Archie just continued looking into my eyes. I had enough of the awkwardness. Though it was a few seconds it felt like way too long for him to just be staring at me. I furrowed my eyebrows

"It's seriously ‘no problem’" I huffed pushing his hands off me. I shook my head at the boy "see you later, Archie" I stated with a nod. I turned around and walked away but even as I walked away I felt him staring at me.

I finally got out his eyesight and scanned my eyes over the cars, easily finding Malachai's one without a hitch. I sighed unlike what I thought, it didn't make me feel any better. I opened the door plopping in the seat with another deep sigh. Malachai gave me a raised eyebrow

"No antics for me today?" Malachai asked and I took off my beanie putting it my lap. I looked at him exhausted. He suddenly smiled brightly and I glanced at him confused before I gave a short chuckle

"What are you doing?" I asked him smiling. Malachai pointed at my smile proudly

"I got you to smile" he stated. I shook my head amused but the smile stayed on my face "so what happened that had you in a bad mood?" He asked. I groaned leaning my head back

"Trust me. You don't want to hear it" I stated "what happened with your day?" I asked. Malachai shrugged casually

"Well, the Serpents seem a bit confused -possibly concerned- at the way we've backed off. Josh wore his Ghoulie jacket which should be enough to get the Serpents to stop bugging him. If not we'll have to figure something out" he completed. I hummed giving him a nod. I ran a hand through my hair

“Sounds like an exciting day” I said with a grin. Malachai shrugged but nodded. He looked at me and then there was practically a lightbulb over his head. He leaned over into the back and I tilted my head confused “what are you doing?” I chuckled. I heard a plastic bag rustle before Malachai sat up and in his hand was a plush chicken

“Here” He said handing it to me. I looked at it and tilted my head. It was yellow, rounded and had a soft beak along with tiny ‘wings’. I looked at Malachai raising an eyebrow “you got me a necklace so I thought I’d repay the favour” he stated with a shrug

“You know you didn’t have to get me anything, right?” I asked examining the toy. He hummed nodding “Why did you get me a chicken?” I inquired looking back to Malachai. He smiled

“Your nickname is ‘Nugget’” he stated with a shrug. His eyes glanced down at my shirt and he hummed “I think I prefer my shirts on you” he blurted making me tilt my head at the sudden change of subject

“Really?” I asked glancing at my plain grey t-shirt “I like this shirt. I thought it looks kinda nice” I pouted. Malachai smiled and reached over to me grabbing the hem of my shirt, idly twirling it in his fingers. He hummed

“It looks good, but when you wear my shirts people can see who you belong to” he told me innocently. I raised my eyebrows at him. I didn’t know what had triggered it but a small smirk was suddenly playing on my lips.

“I don’t ‘belong’ to anyone” I stated cockily and Malachai’s eyes went from the hem of my shirt to my eyes. He sent me a curious look

“We’re dating. Same thing” he shrugged going back to looking at the hem of my shirt. I grabbed his chin, gently making him look at me as I gave him a cheeky smile

“You have a better chance of beating me in a race then owning me, baby” I teased with a wink. I pressed a quick kiss to Malachai’s lips

“Oh, we’ll have to see about that” he said with a wicked smile. I smiled, licking my lips as Malachai smirked and put his hand on the wheel. We would definitely have to see

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"If it helps, I'll get the Ghoulies to back off the Serpents a bit..." he told me "and I'll try to avoid FP" he added in a mumble. I smiled

"Malachai, you're the best boyfriend I could've asked for" I told him and Malachai smirked cockily. I got on my tip-toes and pressed a kiss just under his chin "now I have to get ready for school" I told him

Now

I walked through the school doors. Big groups all huddled together right at the entrance of school would've normally been intimidating, but today I could've cared less. The chatter of passerby kind of mixed together thanks to my major hangover

"Nugget!" The voice pulled me out of autopilot and I turned my head to the sound. My eyes landed on Veronica and my eye twitched. I sighed and gave her a smile. Veronica linked arms with me and I awkwardly allowed it. She gave me a grin

"The craziest thing happened yesterday!" She told me excitedly and I hummed in slight interest "but, you'll have to wait until I tell the others to find out what" she stated playfully. I gave her a nod. I might've not liked her but gossip was my weakness. She dragged me along to the student lounge. I raised an eyebrow as we entered. Archie, Betty and Kevin were all sitting together

"I told Sheriff Keller everything today" Archie stated and then his eyes flicked to me and back to Kevin quickly. I squinted at him in suspicion. I doubted he told them everything

"Just listening in, but you talked to Sheriff Keller?" Veronica asked tilting her head. I smirked rolling my eyes as Archie nodded. Veronica plopped into a seat "So, are you a suspect now?" She inquired raising an eyebrow

"My dad says we all are, including me" Kevin stated. I hummed. There was no doubt that the Sheriff was suspicious of me especially

"Not me, girl. I don't know these people" Veronica stated With that smug look. I had to withhold a huff

"Guys, should we maybe re-binge 'Making a Murderer' on Netflix tonight?" Kevin asked. Betty laughed and I hummed. 'Killer in the family' would be more appropriate for this situation.

"Sorry. Can't" Betty stated with a smile. She reached forward grabbing some food from the table "gotta stay late to work on the paper" she told him plopping the food in her mouth

"Count me out, too. I've got a date tonight" Veronica stated. I raised an eyebrow. Was this the 'crazy thing' that happened yesterday? Last question I needed answered was ‘who would want to date Ms Preppy?’

"You do?" Archie asked and it clicked in my mind that they had kissed before... but from the rumours going around maybe they did a little bit more than kiss

"Which Riverdale hottie made the cut?" Kevin teased leaning closer to her. Veronica tilted her head and almost answered

"Hey, V-Lo. I'll swing by the Pembrooke to pick you up at 8:00?" Chuck said -with perfect timing might I add- as he pulled on his jacket

"I'll be waiting" Veronica agreed and I looked at her. There was one thing I knew for certain, Chuck wasn't one to date someone preppy unless it was for the stupid playbook. Heck, even if it wasn't for the playbook it was going to be in there

"Cool" Chuck said walking out followed by Reggie and another boy. I liked Chuck but damn did he make some bad decisions. The only reason I could even talk to him privately without him spreading rumours about us having sex was because I’ve saved his ass multiple times. Veronica swept her hair behind her ear with a smile.

"Chuck Clayton?/You're going on a date with Chuck?" Betty and Kevin said at the same time. I sighed wondering whether or not I should tell Veronica

"He's kind of a player" Betty told her and Kevin looked at her like she was insane. His mouth was practically on the floor

"Who cares?" Kevin asked before looking back at Veronica "He's the hottest of hot, and he's the varsity football coach's son" he said as Veronica took a long sip of her coffee "In Riverdale, that's like dating a Kennedy" Kevin said and Veronica gave a smile. I shook my head with a scoff. I couldn't leave it be without feeling guilty when it happened

"Stay away from Chuck" I told her seriously and their eyes flicked to me. Veronica furrowed her eyebrows

"Is that a threat?" She asked confused "do you like him or something" She said and I sent her a look. I let out a chuckle

"It's not a threat, it's a warning" I stated "if you don't watch out he's gonna break your little heart" I told her and the bell went off. I looked at the time "that's my cue to head out" I said with a smile "but seriously. Be careful around Chuck" I warned before heading off.

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I sat in class writing what the teacher wrote up. Really I didn’t feel like I was learning much but I supposed it didn’t really matter. My eyes flicked to the door as Principal Weatherbee walked through it. I tilted my head. Our teacher looked at Weatherbee confused

“Nugget, if you wouldn’t mind coming to my office for a second” he said gesturing to the hallway. I tilted my head

“Yeah, no problem” I agreed standing up. I shook my head shaking off the bad feeling crawling up my spine. I started packing up my stuff

“No need to pack up, you’ll be back soon” Weatherbee said interrupting my packing. I awkwardly put down my pencil case. I walked out following him. We walked out and toward his office. As we walked in my eyes landed on Sheriff Keller

"Sorry for pulling you out of class like that, Frideswide" Keller said and I crossed my arms with a sigh. I licked my lips and smiled

"Please. Call me Nugget" I insisted as I plopped into the seat opposite of Weatherbee’s "and it's no trouble at all, Sheriff" I said politely, making Keller glare at me slightly "what did you call me in for?" I inquired tilting my head innocently

"We heard from Archie that you and him were at Sweetwater River on the 4th" Weatherbee told me and my eye twitched a little. I hummed in confirmation, not trusting my words

“What were you two doing?” Keller asked and I gulped. I had to think about what Archie was likely to say. I looked Keller in the eyes not showing my hesitation

“Writing music” I said confidently “he asked me to come along so I could judge what he wrote” I told them my hands went to the arm rests and I tried to remain as confident as I could

"did you hear or see anything... strange?" Weatherbee asked. I tapped my bottom lip pretending to muse it over

"Thinking back to it, yeah" I agreed "we heard a loud... popping noise? I think it was just fireworks or something" I told them waving it off

"Do you think it could've been a gunshot?" Keller asked looking at me with a serious face and I looked to him furrowing my eyebrows. How would I know? I wasn’t there

"I suppose..." I agreed slowly "You don't think it was the shot that killed Jason do you?" I asked in fake worry. Weatherbee shook his head

"No, but it could have been an attempt" Weatherbee stated and I nodded "thank you for cooperating" he said with a smile "you should get back to class" he told me. I nodded standing up

"Sorry I couldn't be more help" I told them with a wave as I walked out of the office. I slowly walked back to class and my heart was racing in my chest. Next time I see Archie I swear he’s dead

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Josh had perked up confused at Malachai’s words. I tilted my head at Malachai a little amused. Of course he would do this. Malachai looked at me with a sneaky smirk

“He’s in!” He called making the Ghoulies cheer again. He looked to Josh and nodded his head “You’re officially a Ghoulie” he stated as the Ghoulies cheered and chattered

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I took a small sip of my beer watching as everyone congratulated Josh on getting into the Ghoulies. I grabbed my phone out and looked at my lock screen picture frowning deeply. Malachai wrapped an arm around my waist and I turned off my phone letting my arm go limp to the side. I looked to him with a hum

"Hey, you look a little down" he told me and I chuckled and shook my head "You alright?" He asked furrowing his eyebrows. This night wasn't about me. It was about Josh getting into the Ghoulies. I gave him my best smile and nodded

"I'm fine, big guy" I told him punching his arm playfully. He sighed in relief looking back to Josh "he's a good kid" I stated and Malachai nodded "I'm just... feeling a bit sick" I said fanning my face. Malachai gave me a worried face

"Do you want to go back home?" He asked putting a hand on my shoulder and I shook my head rapidly

"No, no, no. I think I just drank a little too much" I lied. The beer in my hand was the only one I had been drinking and it was still half full. Malachai smiled slightly and I pulled him down to my height. I kissed the tip of his nose playfully "mwah! Now get out of here and have fun!" I told him putting my hands on my hips. Malachai chuckled but nodded walking away. I smiled slightly as he stumbled his way to Josh.

I sighed tilting my head and closing my eyes. I rested a shoulder on a tree taking a deep breath of the cool night air. I licked my lips and looked at my phone. I opened my contacts and clicked my father's. I held my finger over the call button only to sigh and shove the phone in my pocket. It felt... strange that most of my stuff was at the House of the Dead. A good type of strange but also one that chilled my insides.

I brought the bottle to my lips wanting to completely forget my worries and focus on the buzz that came from the booze. I squeezed my eyes shut tightly as the liquid went down my throat. I took a deep gasp as I allowed the bottle to come off my lips. Familiar music echoed through my ears and I raised the bottle into the air

"turn it up!" I called with a grin as I walked into the crowd "this song is the shit!" I said and the Ghoulies laughed. Some Ghoulies punched my arm playfully while others waved me off. I could tell from the start it was going to be a fun night

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I jolted awake, sitting up in the bed swiftly, only to groan holding my head. A massive headache rocked my body and I shivered. I sighed and flopped back onto the bed. Malachai snuggled into me with a sleepy mutter and I smiled lightly. I ran a hand through my hair and yawned.

After a couple of minutes I got out of bed, only glancing back at Malachai for a second before leaving the room. I walked past a couple passed out Ghoulies, making my way to the stairs. I tip-toed up not wanting anyone to wake up because of me.

On the top floor, even more Ghoulies were passed out and I had to chuckle as I passed Had who was hanging upside down in a chair, drool dripping from his mouth. I pushed the door open and it made a small creak. I looked back to the Ghoulies and sighed in relief as none of them shifted.

I only opened the door enough for me to squeeze through before it was shut again. I walked over to the railing and put my hands on it, looking out to where I knew the train tracks to the Northside laid. It made me wonder if whoever laid those tracks down knew that one day it would be the main troublemaker in Riverdale.

Or perhaps whoever built Riverdale knew that it would become the main source of stereotyping. Though I doubted they thought that far into the future. My mind wandered to Malachai. It had been doing that a lot lately. Would we last? My hands tightened on the railing. I took a deep breath and closed my eyes

"It doesn't matter" I muttered to myself. It truely didn't matter. I had gotten through tough times before. I had suffered through heartache. It wasn't something particularly new to me. I had made it through this far on my own, yet why did even the thought of waking up without Malachai beside me hurt so much?

I needed to control myself. We had only been dating for a little while yet I felt so close to him. I opened my eyes and rolled my shoulders. I didn't know what it was but I was scared. Like the feeling you get when you know something is wrong but you can't quite grasp what it is.

I jolted at the feeling of hands landing on my shoulders. My heart skipped a beat. I turned quickly only to sigh and give the person a glare

"Malachai, I thought you were asleep" I told him. Malachai chuckled as I turned back away from him. Malachai leaned on the railing beside me

"Well, I was... until you left" he stated and I smiled lightly. My mind flicked to my previous thought process and I shook my head. It was silent for a bit. Malachai looked carefree but my mind tossed and turned needing to know the answer to a question I didn't want to ask. I glanced at Malachai

"Are you using me, Malachai?" I asked bluntly and he looked at me, furrowing his eyebrows "because of the Serpents" I clarified. Malachai sighed

"I thought we went over this" he said softly and I released a large breath "of course I'm not" he stated and I slowly nodded "I'm here for you and only you" he said and I smiled "you've been freaking out ever since we started dating... are you having second thoughts?" He asked and my eyes widened slightly

"No, no, no, no, no!" I exclaimed "God no!" I chuckled "not at all. Something just feels... wrong" I told him with a shrug. I ran a hand through my hair "I don't think it's you, or me, or us. I think it might be about my dad" I admitted slowly. Malachai put his hand over mine and smiled

"If it helps, I'll get the Ghoulies to back off the Serpents a bit..." he told me "and I'll try to avoid FP" he added in a mumble. I smiled

"Malachai, you're the best boyfriend I could've asked for" I told him and Malachai smirked cockily. I got on my tip-toes and pressed a kiss just under his chin "now I have to get ready for school" I told him

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“You can’t just leave!” Dad shouted. I hummed as if I were musing it over before smiling and walking past him to the door. I took a step out of trailer and looked back

“It seems like I can and am” I shrugged. I smiled “Bye, dad” I said before shutting the door behind me. It felt like a new beginning. A new start to my shitstorm of a life

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Malachai and I walked into the House of the Dead. We walked into the lounge area and Malachai put his hands on my shoulders making me sit on the couch. I pouted looking up at him

"I'll go get Josh and then we're going to the race" he told me. I hummed in confirmation. He walked away and I took my backpack off plopping it on my lap. I sifted through my stuff. I had packed something for Malachai. My hand reached to the bottom and I felt something touch my hand. I smiled grabbing it and pulling it up. I got this ages ago and I use to wear it all the time until my dad found out about it. He hated anything that had skulls on it, I’m guessing mostly because of the Ghoulies.

I sighed leaning my head back. I took my phone out to check the time and it lit up. My eyes slid from the time to the picture of my family that adorned the lock screen. We looked so happy but I knew it was fake.

Jughead and I stood in front of a cake which was covered in candles, our arms slung over each other. Further back, Jellybean was held in my dad's arms while mom leaned her head on his shoulder with a smile. The door opened and I jolted out of my thoughts. Malachai walked into the room with a boy following close behind him and I turned my phone off shoving it in my pocket

"Josh, this is my girlfriend" Malachai stated gesturing to me as he grabbed the keys off the table. I smiled at the boy and stood up. I held my hand out to 'Josh'

"I'm Ice. Nice to meet you" I said with a nod. Josh slipped his hand into mine. I felt something metallic and tilted my head looking at the silver ring on his finger. I hummed

"Josh" he replied and I smiled raising an eyebrow. I slid my hand out of his. Josh ran a hand through his chocolate brown hair with a small smile "I'm hoping to join the Ghoulies" he told me and I chuckled

"I've heard" I stated with a nod. Josh smiled a little bit of mischief twinkling in his blue eyes "good luck" I said with a nod

"So did you have to race Malachai when you joined or...?" He asked and my smiled dropped a bit. I chuckled a little

"I'm not actually a Ghoulie" I told him with a shrug making Josh tilt his head "I have raced Malachai before though" I added. Malachai walked over wrapping an arm over my shoulder

"She won" Malachai told Josh with a proud smile. Josh looked at me with wide eyes "alright, we're good to go" Malachai stated "you ready?" He asked Josh. Josh gave him a firm nod

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I hopped out of the car. It was rather dark and the Ghoulies were all already there, drinking and having fun with a large fire going. I sighed looking for anyone I knew. To my surprise, I actually knew quite a lot of them due to the races I had done before. I smiled. My eyes landed on the tallest teen. I grinned

"Vic!" I squealed in excitement. The male turned around the scar that ran over his top lip hardly gaining my attention. He gave me a toothy smile revealing his chipped front tooth

"Ice!" He bellowed taking long strides to me. He dragged me into a headlock giving me a playful noogie. I tried to push him off but it only succeeded in making him laugh. He released me and I pouted rubbing my head.

"Are you going to do that every time we see each other?" I asked and Vic hummed in agreement. He pat my head

"I wouldn't be able to if you weren't so short" he told me putting his free hand on his hip. I rolled my eyes pushing his hand off

"Everyone is short to you, but the only person you noogie is me" I told him and he shrugged innocently. I chuckled and shook my head amused. I opened my mouth when arms wrapped around my waist making me tense. Malachai's chin landed on my shoulder and I sighed in relief "dammit, Malachai. You scared me" I chuckled. Vic smiled

"Malachai, you ready for the race?" Vic asked him. Malachai hummed in agreement but didn't say anything making me send him a weird look. Malachai flicked his eyes to me

"Mind if I borrow my girlfriend real quick?" Malachai asked looking back to Vic. Vic shrugged oblivious to the glare that Malachai was giving him. Vic gestured to the side

"I'll go over there" Vic stated "it was good talking to you, Ice" he stated and I nodded giving him a wave. Vic walked off like he said he did and Malachai huffed tightening his hug while he nuzzled his head into the side of my neck. I shivered as a tingle ran up my spine

"What's wrong, Malachai?" I asked confused at his tensed shoulders. Malachai growled slightly and I felt it rumble in his chest. I raised an eyebrow at his behaviour. He pulled away from my neck a little only to glare at Vic

"I don't like the way he was looking at you" Malachai stated and I felt his breath tickle my neck. I sighed out a laugh. I turned in his grasp and put my hands on his chest

"Vic is a cool guy" I shrugged "but he's not you" I told him assuringly. I reached into my pocket pulling out the necklace that had a silver skull pendant. I showed it to him "got this for you by the way" I said with a smile as I wiggled my eyebrows and Malachai took a deep breath. His eyes flicked to Vic and then to me. He released the breath in defeat

"Thanks" He said taking the necklace. He put it over his head. It was pretty big. It hung just above the place his shirt was actually buttoned up. I kissed his cheek

"Now, go beat Josh" I told him patting the sides of his shoulders. Malachai smiled and nodded firmly. Malachai pulled back and walked closer to the burning bonfire that waved wildly in the wind

"Lets do this!" Malachai called over he ramblings and I chuckled as everyone went quiet for a second before they cheered and clapped their hands. Malachai went to his car and I watched from where I was standing. He walked over to Josh holding his hand out. Josh slipped his hand into Malachai's and gave him a firm shake.

They released each other hands and Josh smiled as Malachai said something to him. Malachai looked back at me I sent him a firm nod. A smirk crawled onto Malachai's face as he sat in his car. A female Ghoulie walked over with a red scarf that was easy to see.

The car engines cane to life and only then did I run my eyes over Josh's slick, blue car. It was nice, that was for sure. The blonde put the scarf in front of her looking to both drivers for confirmation before tossing it in the air. It was tense as the scarf fell. As soon as it hit the ground they were both off. Everyone cheered them off and now all we had to do was wait. I gnawed on my lip

"He'll be back" Vic said popping out of no where. I smiled at him and nodded. I looked to where they drove off

"I know" I agreed "how's Had?" I asked him tilting my head. Vic laughed putting his hands on his hips

"He's still upset you beat him, but other then that, good" he told me. I raised an eyebrow questioningly

"That race was a month ago!" I told him with a wide smile. Vic shrugged and I laughed "he's not seriously still upset right?" I asked and Vic chuckled

"He is and he won't stop whining about it" Vic told me making me smile wider "if he wasn't my best friend I don't think I could put up with him" he stated with a groan. I nodded

"Have you seen Verne anywhere?" I asked glancing around. Vic hummed looking around as well. He probably had a better view from up there. He shook his head

"I haven't seen him" he stated making me purse my lips in thought "I don't think I've seen him at all this week though, so I'm probably not much help" he added and I sighed and nodded

"It's fine, I'm sure he's home sick or something" I stated with a chuckle. I rubbed my neck. I perked up at the sound of car engines "is that them already?" I asked confused. Vic looked at me raising an eyebrow “that was fast” I told him amazed

"It's always this fast" he told me with a smirk. I raised my eyebrows in surprise

"Really?" I asked "it feels longer when you're in the car" I told him. Finally, Malachai's car came into view, zooming in past the finish in first place followed by Josh's blue car.

I cheered in delight, as did many other Ghoulies. Malachai opened the car door cheering. I ran towards him tackling him into a hug. Malachai chuckled kissing the top of my head

"How'd I do?" Malachai asked with a smirk. I smiled "not bad for a grandma, right?" He teased and I rolled my eyes punching his shoulder

"You did very well for a grandma" I agreed making Malachai chuckle. My eyes flicked to a sad looking Josh “what happens with him” I whispered nodding to Josh. Malachai grinned and looked to the cheering Ghoulies. He wrapped an arm over my shoulder walking forward a bit gesturing Josh over to us

“Ghoulies!” He called and they swiftly calmed down only a few murmurs remaining “This race was about two things” he stated “the thrill” he began making them chuckle “and Josh’s initiation” he told them. His eyes flicked to the boy “he didn’t win the race but he put up a damn challenge!” He said and I looked at him.

Josh had perked up confused at Malachai’s words. I tilted my head at Malachai a little amused. Of course he would do this. Malachai looked at me with a sneaky smirk

“He’s in!” He called making the Ghoulies cheer again. He looked to Josh and nodded his head “You’re officially a Ghoulie” he stated as the Ghoulies cheered and chattered

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