In this universe, Cheryl isn't out. Cheryl and Toni have been friends since before Jason diedm Her mother is still a total bitch. It's Valentine's day. The school has a stupid thing that some kids organize where they send letters and a rose to their crush. Whether that means slipping it in to their locker or giving it to them in person. Most people did it anonymously. Part 2.

Toni's POV

Something was off with Cheryl. I had noticed something different all day. She seemed to be back to the version of her that built up walls. She tried this after her brother died, until she finally opened up to me. Now at dinner, whilst we sat in our usual spot away from the crowd, she seemed to be out of it. I could tell something was bothering her.

"Cheryl,  are you okay? It's just something has seemed off with you all day. As you told me eariler, you can talk to me." I said.

"I'm fine."

"I can tell that you are lying. Im your friend, Cheryl. Tell me what's wrong." I put my hand on hers. Cheryl looked at me.

"It's this whole secret admirer thing. Truth is, I did actually write a letter, but my mother ripped it up."

"Why the hell would she do that?" I asked, angry that Penelope would hurt Cheryl like that. Tears started to fill her eyes.

"The person I wrote it for wasn't exactly approved by my mother." Cheryl said.

"Why not?" I asked, kind of confused. Tears started to fall down her cheeks. I wiped them away with my hand. "It's okay Cheryl. Take your time." I tried to comfort her the best I could.

"The letter...well, the thing is...It was to a girl. My mother seems to hate her. I came out to my mother a while ago and she told me I was sick and that my feelings weren't normal. So...I pushed them down. I tried to ignore them, but I can't." Cheryl explained. My heart broke for her. I was extremely curious on who it was, but I didn't want to push the limits.

"I'm so sorry Cheryl." I held her hand tighter.

"But that's not it. After seeing my letter, she told me she was going to send me away, to get me fixed. I just don't want to say goodbye."

"First, I will not let your mother send you away. I will help you stop her. Hell, I'll drag her to the police station if I have to. Second, there is absolutely nothing wrong with you, Cher. You are the bravest person I know. I'm so proud of you. I mean, you didn't have to tell me any of that but you did. So don't for think for a second what your mother told you is true."

"Thank you, Toni. It's nice to know someone is there for me."

"Obvcourse. Always." I answered. Cheryl's phone buzzed. She looked down to read it.

"Anything important?" I asked.

"No. I don't think-" Cheryl stopped as she unlocked her phone. "It's my letter. I typed it out on my phone a million times before I actually found the right words. I guess it saved somehow."

"You gonna give it to the person?" I asked.

"No. I wish, but my mother would never approve.

"Don't let your mother control you. You deserve to be happy, Cheryl."

"Maybe your right. Toni, I'm going to let you read my letter, but promise me you won't freak out?" Cheryl asked.

"I promise."

"Okay then. Here." She handed it to me.

Let me just start by saying thank you. I know you probably won't see this, because I'm too scared to share it with you. Truth is, I'm not good with sharing my feelings. I've been struggling with it a lot. But thank you. You have always been there for me. You helped me get past my brothers death. If it wasn't for you, I don't think I'd be here today. You gave me hope. I just wanted to tell you that you are perfect. I love you for exactly who you are.

I love you, Toni.

My eyes opened wide as I read the name. Toni? Was it really me? It was probably another Toni. It was too good to be true.

"Cheryl..." I trailed off. I didn't know how what to say.

"I know, I know. You don't like me back. I'm just sick of hiding it."  Her words confirmed it. It was real. She liked me back.

I looked at her and placed my hand on her cheek. I started to lean in. My lips pressed against hers.

Cheryl's POV

Did I really just give my letter to Toni? I'm such an idiot. What was I thinking? I just ruined the greatest and only friendship I have.

Cheryl..." Toni didn't finish her sentence. Well done me.

"I know, I know. You don't like me back. I'm just sick of hiding it." 

Toni put her hand on my cheek. I felt a shiver run down my spine. She leaned in closer. What was happening? Was Toni trying to kiss me? Does she really like me? Is it a pity kiss? Thoughts flood my mind but they soon stopped as our lips met. My body relaxed as she kissed me. My nerves were gone.

"I love you too, Bombshell. Oh and for the record, your letter was from me." I was stunned by her words, but they were exactly what I wanted to hear. My thoughts weren't just thoughts anymore. They were reality.

Toni's POV

I kissed her. I kissed Cheryl. It was everything I could have dreamed of. After a moment, I pulled away, still looking in to her eyes.

"I love you too, Bombshell. Oh and for the record, your letter was from me." I explained. This was perfect. Finally, I thought.

"It was beautiful." She chuckled.

"So what should we do about your mother?" I asked.

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