Carousel: Final Chapter (COLE X READER)
SUMMARY: The aftermath after Cole kisses you infront of hundreds.
A/N: GUYS, I know I keep saying it but I really can’t put into words how grateful I am for all the love you’ve given to Carousel. I love reading your comments and all your feedbacks J I’ve decided to do one last instalment of Carousel. Hopefully, you’ll love this one as well. I’ve not even been on tumblr for a week but the love and support has been incredible. I love you guys so much <3
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After what was, undoubtedly, the most controversial kiss in TV history, one would think that Cole and you must be worried sick about the aftermath. Uhm, not really. Well, not Cole at least.
The kiss ended with him simply dragging you into the back seat of his limo. He did not seem bothered about the situation at all.
You sat there in shock, still trying to make sense of what had just happened. Cole simply leaned back and put his arm around you.
“Why do you look like you just witnessed a murder,” he chuckles.
You gawk at him in disbelief whilst pushing his arm away, “YES, I DID. OUR MURDER. What have you done, Cole?” You face-palm out of frustration.
“Whoa, (y/n). Chill,” He places his hand over yours, “I just declared my love in the most romantic way and you’re mad about it?” He dramatically sighs, “And here I thought this oompa was a sucker for me as well”
You snicker, “Whatever, Cole. Whatever.”
The truth? You weren’t mad at him. You weren’t mad at him at all! You completely understood where he was coming from. You understood him. The only thing you were worried about was what the people would say. What would the media make of him, since he already admitted that he was dating Lili. The wrath of his agents and your producers sickened you.
“It’s you and me against the world,” he places his head on your lap, “I’m tired. Wake me up when we reach.”
You look down at the adorable boy asleep on your lap. You run your fingers through his, although perfect, really greasy hair. You can’t help but smile at the sight of it. Cole just kissed you infront of hundreds of people and he didn’t care. He didn’t care because he loved you. For all you know, whatever the outcome may be, you and Cole will be alright- because one thing, amidst all this craze, was certain. You and Cole were in love.
Cole and (y/n) against the world.
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There are like only a little over 5 people in the room, but the tension in the atmosphere was colossal.
Seated at the round table in Mark’s office were you, Cole, Lili, Cole’s agent, Mark and other producers.
No one said a thing for a long time. The anticipation was killing you. Betty seemed Calm and unbothered. Cole just looked bored. The rest looked aggravated.
“Okay,” Mark breaks the ice,” What was that, Cole?”
“What was what?” Cole retorted.
“The kiss, the whatever, what was that all about?”
“I just felt like it,” he calmly replied.
“Aren’t you dating Lili?” Mark further questioned.
“No.” Lili and Cole both reply in unison.
“Personally,” Lili said,” I don’t think it’s that big a deal. I always knew Cole had a thing for (y/n) and he made that very clear to me ever since our whole ‘dating’ façade first came out so I’m really unbothered by it. The kiss, however, the controversy, the damage has been done and there’s nothing we can do about it. What we need to worry about, isn’t Cole and (y/n), but about Cole’s image. Since they all think he’s dating me, the media will definitely call him out for ‘supposedly’ cheating on me.”
Everyone took time to slowly understand where Lili was coming from. She was right. You just needed to strategise something to clear the atmosphere for Cole.
“I just got an update,” one of the producers said, “ from one of my PS. Apparently, people found the kiss incredibly romantic. Fans have also said to have noticed how different Cole seemed with Lili…”
Phew.
“Well,” began Mark,” in that case, since the fans seem to have no problem, I suggest you, Cole, post a declaration in any one of your social media accounts. Basically, you can just explain the situation yourself. I don’t know, work it out yourself.”
“Also,” said Cole’s agent,” some bughead shippers are also calling out on (y/n) for interfering in your relationship so if you guys could do something about that too.”
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You had no idea the meeting would last thing long. By the time it ended, it was already dark outside.
“(Y/n)!,” Lili made her way towards you.
“Hey,”
“I just wanted to say how sorry I am. You should know, it was all just an act. Cole and I don’t feel anything for each other. Sorry what you had to go through. I had no idea-“
“What’s going on?” Cole intervenes
“I was just telling (y/n) about that time you stalked her on social media because she was-“
Cole cut her off, “Arghhhh! Lili!”, he smacks her head.
You and Lili laugh at him as he turns red. Aww.
“Excuse me, Lili” Cole puts his arm around you,” But I have to drop my precious off. Ciao”
“See you, Lil. Goodnight”
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“We’re here,” you direct Cole outside your parent’s house.
You were just unlocking your door when Cole went,”Whoa, woman, why the rush!”
You give him a confused look.
He comes closer to you, “Kiss me.”
You decide to tease him,” What if I said no?”
“Then I would have you pull you out of the car and kiss you in front of your parent’s porch.”
You chuckle at his cheeky reply and kiss him softly.
Damn. Kisses with Cole. You could get used to that,
Cole helps you get out of the car. “Thanks, C. Goodnight.”
“Goodnight,” he pulls you in for one last kiss.
Cole fold his hands and leans against his car and watch as you make your way to your front door. He has the biggest smile on his face.
“(Y/n)!” he calls you.
You turn to him.
“You’re mine, you know that right?” he chuckles.
And you swear you could feel an entire zoo in your tummy.
“Haha, you’re blushing again,” he exclaims and makes his way into his car,”Call me. I still haven’t got your new number.”
You snicker, “Drive safe, c.”
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You woke up the next morning with the sound of your twitter notifications.
Earlier this morning Cole had posted a note on twitter explaining the entire situation the fans. He wrote about his friendship with Lili and how he doesn’t intend to be in a relationship. “Don’t worry,” he wrote,” Jughead and Betty are still together.” Much to the delight of the Bughead shippers. “Just not Cole and Lili.”
Lili had also posted an old photo of you and Cole to support your relationship. In the photo, you were asleep on the couch and Cole was brushing your hair when Lili took the photo. You had no idea!
Your eyes then went to the photo of you which Cole had posted right after his explanatory note.
“My oompa” he captioned it.
You gush. You were just about to comment on it when you were interupted by a call. Cole.
“Hey,” you smile as you answer.
“Look outside your window.”
Confused, you rush and open the window. You look down to find a handsome Cole leaning against his car. He looks divine in his summer hat and white cargos.
“What the hell, Cole!” you rub your sleepy eyes.
“You look beautiful,”
You scoff.
“Get ready quick. I’m taking you out.”
“What??”
“10 minutes or I’m leaving..”
“Erggghh,” you shut your window down. He knows how to get oon my nerves!
Although you’re frustrated by this handsome lad with really greasy hair, you gush as you think about how happy you feel right now. And how perfect everything in the world is. The guy you’ve had the biggest crush on is waiting downstairs, possibly having a cuppa with your parents. You’ve also made it to Hollywood. You’re happy. You’re finally genuinely really happy. God is great!
Sure, things weren’t always great. You and Cole have both had your days but you know what they say,
Love is a carousel. You go round and around until you finally come to a stop. It’s the endless push and pull of emotions. You think you know what’s right. Heck, you even think you know what’s best.
But do we ever really know?
Maybe, just maybe, you do now.
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A/N : So yeah, that’s the end of Carousel. Thank you once again for all the love.
Requests are still open x
