AN: These one shots are part of Perfect: A Bechloe Love Story and all have something in common, Staubrey! I have such a blast writing Bechloe and definitely will write more in the future, but these one-shots will give readers a glimpse into what else was going on while Bechloe was trying to get their happily ever after. The one-shots occur within the timeline of the story, but are moments that focus on the development of Stacie and Aubrey's relationship. You will still need to have read Perfect: A Bechloe Love Story to understand some of them, but they also are different from the one-shots I have already posted as chapters of that story.
This one-shot takes place during Chapter 10 after Beca and Sia perform at Atlanta Keys. It is full of Staubrey goodness and helps to fill in the mystery of how Staubrey came to be.
One-Shot 1: Happy Hour
Sia smiled as she looked around at the group of friends teasing and laughing with one another. She was relieved that the concert was over and she could finally relax. Beca handed her a glass of lemonade before sitting down beside Chloe, who snuggled into her side.
"Thanks, Beca, I hear congratulations are in order. You are finally going to have the wedding ceremony this summer," asked Sia and Chloe happily nodded as she kissed Beca's cheek.
"Finally," agreed Chloe and Beca scoffed.
"Hey, don't act like I have been the only one preoccupied with other things. There has been a lot going on and I didn't see you complaining about getting lost in married life," teased Beca and Chloe giggled as she gave her wife a seductive wink.
"I definitely wasn't complaining about newlywed bliss," said Chloe before tenderly kissing her. Their friends whistled and catcalled them until they pulled apart.
"Leave us alone, weirdos," grumbled Beca with a blush.
"You are lucky to have these ladies as friends, you two. They will keep you sane since we know Hollywood is a beast sometimes. Tonight has been fun. Thanks for inviting me back to hang out. I hope to be worthy of being an honorary member of the Bellas for the night," said Sia and Emily guffawed.
"Dude, you're Sia, we would have totally kicked butt if you were a Bella," assured Emily. Amy nodded, but smirked.
"True, but only one Aussie allowed," teased Amy.
"Yea, we wouldn't want to intimidate the Americans by having too much of a good thing. What part are you from," asked Sia.
"Sydney, you," asked Amy.
"Adelaide, cheers," replied Sia as they clinked glasses and the others giggled at their comradery.
"Don't listen to Amy, you can totally be a Bella," assured Aubrey and Cynthia Rose smirked.
"Her vote only counts as half. She was only around for a year," joked Cynthia Rose. She and Amy laughed as they both dodged balled up napkins thrown at them by Aubrey. Stacie winked at her.
"Don't worry, baby, C.R. is just mad you got the Hunter and she didn't," teased Stacie before tenderly kissing Aubrey. Cynthia Rose shrugged and nodded in agreement.
"Damn right, I still can't believe you two are engaged. If you would have told me during our first year as Bellas that Stace would end up with Captain Aca-Nazi, I would have said you were crazy," informed Cynthia Rose as Aubrey rolled her eyes.
"Nice nickname, C.R.," said Aubrey and Amy scoffed.
"If the shoe fits…face it, Bree, you weren't exactly the most laid back captain in the world," reminded Amy. Flo frowned in confusion.
"Stacie, how did you manage to get Aubrey to loosen up? I heard the stories of that year. When did you two get together," questioned Flo and Emily nodded.
"Now that I think about it, I don't even know that. I know it had to have been sometime during that summer before my second year because when I came back, you two were totally already hooking up. I could hear you sneak in and out of Stacie's room," said Emily as Aubrey blushed and Stacie grinned from ear to ear.
"Aw yes, we had some very steamy nights in the Bella House. If those walls could talk…" Amy interrupted Stacie.
"If they could talk, the tales would be in an adult novel by now."
"Fifty Shades of Staubrey, coming soon," teased Cynthia Rose.
"You two never did tell us how it went down. One day, Stacie is the Hunter on the prowl and the next she is exclusive with you, Bree. How did you pull it off," asked Amy and Chloe giggled.
"I already know this story and it is quite romantic," assured Chloe, but Beca smirked.
"I got the raunchy version from Stace, so romantic isn't the word that comes to mind," said Beca. Stacie laughed as Aubrey playfully nudged her.
"What did you tell her," asked Aubrey and Stacie winked at her fiancée.
"You know I like to skip over the boring parts and go right to the action," said Stacie and Aubrey smiled mischievously at her.
"Is that because you were the one acting hesitant that night," she teased and Stacie's jaw dropped as the others laughed.
"I do not recall it that way. Besides, I was playing coy to make sure I got into your pants," said Stacie and Aubrey scoffed.
"Oh really, because I remember it quite differently, especially since you turned me down at first," reminded Aubrey and Cynthia Rose's eyes widened.
"Wait, wait, wait, you shot her down," asked Cynthia Rose, but Stacie shook her head.
"No, I just wanted to make sure she was sure and wouldn't regret it," admitted Stacie and Aubrey gazed lovingly at her fiancée as she cupped her cheek.
"And I told you that wasn't going to happen and I was right," reminded Aubrey.
"Definitely right," agreed Stacie before sweetly kissing her. The others whistled and catcalled them, which made them laugh.
"Alright you two, don't make us get the hose. Tell us what happened," said Amy and Aubrey winked at Stacie.
"Go ahead, tell them, and don't leave out the romantic parts," warned Aubrey and Stacie huffed.
"Fine, geez, we aren't even married yet and she is nagging me," teased Stacie. She laughed as Aubrey stuck out her tongue at her. Stacie laced her fingers with Aubrey's and pulled her into her arms. She became lost in her fiancée's hypnotic eyes until a balled up napkin hit her in the forehead. The others laughed as Stacie glared at Lilly.
"Seriously, Lilly," laughed Stacie and Lilly shrugged.
"I want to hear the story," whispered Lilly and the others nodded in agreement. Stacie sighed, but nodded.
"Fine, you nerds, I will tell you and I am sure Bree will fill in the blanks if I miss anything. This is the story of how our former captain tamed the Hunter, but it doesn't start that summer, Em. It actually starts in Copenhagen," informed Stacie and Chloe winked at her wife.
"Everything started in Copenhagen," teased Chloe and Beca kissed the top of her head as they snuggled closer on the sofa they shared, ready to hear the story again.
Stacie cheered and clapped as Beca pulled Chloe away from the dance floor and toward the exit. The rest of the Bellas were either in shock or relieved that the two captains were finally accepting their feelings for one another.
"Get you some, Chloe," called Stacie with a laugh and Aubrey shook her head with a giggle.
"What the hell was in those shots," asked Aubrey. She gasped when Stacie wrapped an arm around her waist and gave her a seductive wink.
"Something to loosen Beca up, let's see if it had an effect on you," teased Stacie and Aubrey blushed as she tried to brush off the comment.
"Very funny, Stace," said Aubrey and Stacie smiled even more when Aubrey didn't pull away from her. Their bodies began to sway to the music as it thumped and vibrated throughout the dark dance floor. The rest of the Bellas were in their own little worlds, celebrating and dancing to the music, but Aubrey could feel her heart racing. She tried her best not to think about the way her body molded so perfectly with the leggy brunette's or how easy it was to get lost in her. She gasped when Stacie whispered into her ear.
"Come with me," said Stacie and Aubrey tried to protest, but it was as if her body was moving on its own as she followed Stacie through the crowd of bodies and over to a roped off VIP section. She watched Stacie whisper to the bouncer guarded the area and he winked at her before letting them in. Stacie slid into one of the booths and pulled Aubrey along with her.
"What did you just say to him," asked Aubrey and Stacie shrugged with a giggle.
"That I was about to make out with a hot blonde and wanted some privacy."
"Be serious, Stace."
"I am serious, but I also told him to put it on my tab. It will be totally worth it to get some privacy with my favorite captain," flirted Stacie as her hand rested on Aubrey's thigh.
"Stace, I don't think we should…." Before Aubrey could finish, Stacie gently kissed her. She pulled back to see how Aubrey responded and moaned when the blonde deepened the kiss. Stacie was surprised by Aubrey's eagerness and happily parted her lips. Aubrey crawled onto her lap as their tongues caressed in a mind-altering kiss. It had been building between them ever since Stacie auditioned and while the sexual tension between Beca and Chloe was on the mind of every Bella, Stacie and Aubrey circled each other for years, flirting, but never going for what they wanted. It was less obvious to the Bellas since Aubrey was out of college, but anytime she came over to see Chloe or would acquiesce them by staying for a party at the Bella House, the teasing would continue. Stacie finally had enough, riding the high from winning the Worlds Championship. She was tired of pretending like there wasn't something between them, something they never spoke of or acted on. Neither knew how long they kissed and caressed, enjoying their make-out session immensely, but Aubrey eventually pulled away and cursed under her breath.
"Kissing you was supposed to make me not want you anymore," admitted Aubrey as she groaned and rested her forehead on Stacie's shoulder.
"That's not how kissing me works, Bree," giggled Stacie as she peppered kisses on her neck.
"I've noticed," grumbled Aubrey before running her hand through Stacie's hair. Aubrey was about to kiss her again when the music faded out and the DJ announced something in Danish.
"What did she say," asked Aubrey and Stacie sighed.
"The club is closing soon. It is almost four in the morning."
"Wait, what, it can't be! We just got here like…" Aubrey's eyes widened as she looked at the clock on her phone. Stacie was right, which made her wonder in astonishment how long they had been kissing.
"I'm that good, huh," teased Stacie and Aubrey tried to roll her eyes, but she couldn't hide her smile.
"Since when do you speak Danish," asked Aubrey as they stood up and readjusted their clothes, both having been quite handsy in the booth.
"I started reading up on it when Chloe said Worlds was here," Stacie said with a shrug, but Aubrey looked at her in awe.
"Stace, you learned Danish in what, a matter of weeks?"
"Several weeks, it's not that hard," assured Stacie, but it was her turn to gasp when Aubrey pulled her into her arms and gazed into her eyes. Stacie gulped at the way Aubrey was staring at her. She was used to being looked at lustfully, but this was something different altogether.
"You know, you don't need to downplay how intelligent you are. It is sexy as hell," assured Aubrey before tenderly kissing her again. Stacie shivered with pleasure as Aubrey peppered kisses over her neck.
"Noted," whispered Stacie. Aubrey giggled and gave her a wink.
"Come on, I am sure the others will be looking for us soon," said Aubrey and Stacie groaned but nodded as they exited the VIP area.
The rest of the Bellas laughed at Cynthia Rose's flustered expression as she interrupted Stacie telling the story.
"Whoa, whoa, whoa, hold up, that's what you two were doing that night? We thought Stacie was hooking up with that dude that was flirting with her earlier and Aubrey was nursing a glass of wine at the bar or something!" Aubrey smirked at Cynthia Rose.
"I guess you underestimated me," said Aubrey and Cynthia Rose nodded with an impressed smile.
"Ain't that the damn truth! I can't believe none of us knew you two were groping each other in the club that night," exclaimed Cynthia Rose. Ashley and Jessica shrugged.
"We saw them, but we thought it was just a drunk bit of fun," admitted Ashley.
"You two saw us," asked Stacie and Jessica nodded.
"We asked the bouncer where the bathroom was and saw you two in there all over each other. We just figured the alcohol was at play. We didn't realize it was more until you two said you were exclusive months later," explained Jessica.
"Besides, everyone else was too excited about Beca and Chloe being a thing," added Jessica. Amy huffed.
"You should have told us that the same night Bhloe was a thing, Aucie was a thing," exclaimed Amy and Emily shook her head in confusion.
"Amy, I don't think that would be their ship name if…."
"Legacy, no one cares," shouted Amy and Emily giggled at her outburst.
"We don't approve Aucie," said Aubrey and Stacie nodded in agreement. Emily thought for a moment.
"What about Staubr…"
"No one cares," shouted Amy again as the others laughed. Sia giggled at the group of friends.
"So then what happened after that night? You obviously ended up together since you are about to start planning your nuptials," said Sia and Aubrey sighed as Stacie gave her fiancée a look.
"She pretended it never happened," informed Stacie as the others gave Aubrey disapproving looks.
"That's a bit of a strong accusation. I just didn't think it would happen again. It was a one night type of thing, emotions were high, alcohol was flowing, and I didn't think I was truly attracted women," defended Aubrey, but Chloe smirked.
"Seriously, Bree," said Chloe and Aubrey blushed.
"Okay, so maybe I mentioned that I had a small crush on Stacie before, but I figured it was just that, a crush. Once we got back to the states, I thought things would go back to normal. Plus, all the drama with Chloe and Beca happened and things just got really tense. The last thing I wanted was to add to it by bringing up what happened with Stace."
"So then, what did happen after that night," questioned Flo and Stacie grinned from ear to ear as she thought about it.
"Happy Hour," she and Aubrey said in unison with giggles and the rest of them waited for one of them to continue with the story.
Aubrey inwardly groaned as she got out of her car in the parking lot beside the restaurant her and Chloe used to go to on a regular basis. She missed her best friend and couldn't wait to see her once the summer ended, but knew Chloe needed the space. When the redhead showed up at her apartment in tears weeks earlier, she knew Beca screwed things up somehow. It took many glasses of wine before Chloe told Aubrey everything that happened and how she was afraid she wasted the past years waiting on Beca to be ready. Aubrey hated to admit it, but she agreed when Chloe said she needed time and space. She was going back home for the summer and while Aubrey knew it was best for her friend, it also meant she was without her for much longer than she wanted to be.
The drama and heartbreak Chloe was enduring made Aubrey even more determined to stand by her decision to forget about her night with Stacie. The brunette had a reputation for hooking up and moving on, something Aubrey didn't think she could do with Stacie, and she didn't need the distraction. It was time to focus on her career. She was now working at the resort company's headquarters and moving up the corporate ladder instead of managing the resort. She missed the outdoors, but the increase in salary was worth it. Plus, it meant she was closer to Barden and Chloe. She was surprised by how productive and efficient she was at her job, which was why she wasn't exactly shocked when it was announced at the meeting that morning that she would be in the running for a promotion in the fall. It meant less hours and more money, something she looked forward to, and she hesitantly agreed to go out with some of her coworkers for a celebratory drink. She took the opportunity to enjoy her favorite restaurant by Barden since they had great drink specials and appetizers during Happy Hour, but she was a bit peeved when Dennis invited himself along. To make things worse, Lisa, the VP of Marketing had to deal with a last minute issue and cancel, leaving Aubrey and her assistant, Camron, with Dennis. Camron briskly walked over to her as Dennis waved them over to the front door.
"Thank God you showed. I thought when you insisted we all take our own cars, you were going to bail," grumbled Camron and Aubrey couldn't help but to giggle.
"I wouldn't leave you alone with Dennis. I am sure that would be a sexual harassment suit in the making," teased Aubrey.
"I know he thinks he is smooth, but it is just annoying. He is way too eager to hang out."
"Don't worry, I don't plan on staying long. We will grab some appetizers, a glass of wine, and then I am heading home to relax and…"
"Bree," called a familiar voice behind her and Aubrey's heart fluttered when she turned around to see Stacie walking her way with the gorgeous smile that made her melt. Camron watched curiously as Aubrey and Stacie openly stared at one another. Aubrey was in a black pencil skirt with a pink blouse and her black heels made her a few inches taller. Stacie was in a red sundress that stopped above her knees with matching red heels. Aubrey couldn't stop the words that fumbled from her lips as her eyes traced over the brunette's figure.
"Nice tan," she mumbled and Stacie bit her lip with a wink.
"I spent yesterday at the pool with some friends. Beca was in the studio." The name snapped Aubrey out of her daydream of the brunette where she was imagining her in nothing but a red string bikini.
"Beca, of course, how is the hobbit doing?"
"Miserable, just like I know Chloe is, but we both already knew that. I am so ready for them to work all this out."
"There is nothing to work out. Beca is being a bitc…"
"A bit scared and overthinking it all, then too people tend to do that when they feel too much too soon, right, Bree," challenged Stacie and Aubrey gulped, but said nothing. Camron glanced back and forth between them, only speaking up when she realized the two were going to continue their silent conversation through their gazes.
"I am Camron, Aubrey's assistant. You should join us. We are celebrating her promotion." Aubrey glared at Camron, who was about to change the subject in hopes of the invitation being ignored, but Dennis already heard it. He jogged over to the group of women and straightened out his black suit and tie when he saw Stacie.
"Dennis Wade, it is a pleasure to meet you. Are you a friend of Aubrey's?" Stacie smirked as she glanced at Aubrey before shaking his hand.
"Something like that, I am Stacie. Aubrey got a promotion?" Aubrey shook her head and stepped between Stacie and Dennis when she noticed the way the man was gawking at the brunette.
"Not yet, Camron is being premature. I am up for a promotion, but still have to go through the process before I find out if I got it or not." Stacie smiled slyly at the way Aubrey blocked Dennis's view of her.
"Well then it sounds like a drink is in order. I love this place. Come on, I will buy the first round. It is Happy Hour after all," giggled Stacie before sauntering toward the door. Aubrey glared at the way Dennis hurried to catch up with Stacie and opened the door for her. Camron noticed.
"So, is Stacie just a friend or…."
"Of course," said Aubrey in a clipped tone as she headed toward the restaurant. Camron gave a knowing smile.
"Of course," she said with a smirk.
By the time they sat down at their table, it was clear that Dennis had his eyes set on Stacie. Aubrey would be amused in any other circumstance. After all, the man had no clue the Hunter had a mind of his own, but Aubrey couldn't find the amusement in the situation this time as Dennis sat on the other side of Stacie. He leaned in to say something to her, but Stacie leaned in to point at something on Aubrey's menu. Aubrey gulped as she noticed how she had a view of Stacie's cleavage as the brunette pointed to the wine list.
"They have your favorite Sauvignon Blanc, how about I get you a glass," suggested Stacie.
"You do know they card here, Stace. Not even your charm can change that," reminded Aubrey and Stacie giggled as she winked at her.
"I am 21 now, Bree. My birthday was a couple of weeks ago." Aubrey's eyes widened as she wracked her brain trying to figure out how she had forgotten that. While it was never a spoken rule, she always sent Stacie flowers on her birthday since the summer after she graduated and left the Bellas.
"I am sorry I missed it, Stace. I guess with everything going on with Chloe, I just forgot," she confessed as she looked down, feeling horrible for the mistake.
"It's okay. Beca got out of her emo mood long enough to take me to a music festival in the city. Sammy had extra passes. It was a lot of fun."
"How about I buy you a drink to make up for it," suggested Aubrey as she placed her hand on top of Stacie's, which made her smile.
"Great, then all will be forgiven," giggled Stacie. Camron arched an eyebrow at their interaction, but Dennis didn't seem to notice.
"21 is a big birthday. You should celebrate it all month. There is a great art festival going on this weekend. How about you and I go together," suggested Dennis and Stacie didn't fail to notice the way Aubrey's jaw clenched at the invitation.
"Actually, Dennis, I planned on giving Bree a chance to make up for missing out on my birthday. That is of course unless you already have plans," questioned Stacie and Aubrey's eyes widened for a second as all eyes were suddenly on her. She knew what Stacie was doing. Even Camron knew what Stacie was doing. Dennis was still too focused on making his moves to notice the moves being made around him and Aubrey locked eyes with Stacie as she weighed her options. Having Dennis anywhere near Stacie alone was unacceptable as an option to Aubrey and she tried to ignore the way her stomach flipped when she thought about spending time with her that weekend as she nodded.
"How about we go to the market tomorrow in Piedmont Park? I know you love the scenery and it should be a nice day," suggested Aubrey and Stacie smiled smugly as she winked at her.
"Sure, I'll even let you buy me the breeze orchids currently missing from my nightstand." Aubrey smirked and giggled.
"You aren't going to let me live down missing your birthday, are you," teased Aubrey and Stacie let out a dramatic sigh.
"Not until I feel it has been adequately made up to me, it is a big one after all." Aubrey laughed and nodded.
"Fair enough," she agreed as the waiter came over to take their drink orders. Dennis's phone buzzed and he ordered his drink before excusing himself to take the call. Aubrey had to suppress a moan as Stacie leaned over to whisper in her ear.
"I'm going to go freshen up. Be right back," she said before kissing Aubrey's cheek and heading toward the back of the restaurant. Aubrey tried not to blush, but Camron's knowing smile let her know she was unsuccessful in her attempt.
"You know, boss, I always wondered why you never took Alexander Logan up on his offer to have dinner with him. He was very handsome."
"And very much a client, I don't mix business with pleasure," assured Aubrey and Camron arched an eyebrow at her.
"Is that why you and Stacie never got together? I remember seeing her in that picture you showed me of the Bellas the year you won that championship."
"I don't know what you are implying, Camron."
"Oh, I am not implying it. I am saying it is pretty obvious. If Dennis wasn't trying to get her in bed, he would see it too. You two are totally into each other." Aubrey wanted to protest, but she knew it would be futile. She didn't necessarily expect to see Stacie there, but a part of her hoped she would. After all, the restaurant across from campus wasn't just her and Chloe's favorite. It was the favorite of many of the Bellas. Dennis returned and looked around in confusion.
"Where did Stacie go," he asked. Camron gave Aubrey a wink before standing up.
"To the bathroom, don't worry I already told her you said goodbye as well."
"Goodbye," questioned Dennis as Camron wrapped her arm around his.
"Yes, you and I are going to let Aubrey catch up with her friend. We can celebrate with her next week."
"But…"
"Come on, lover boy," laughed Camron as Aubrey mouthed a thank you to her. Dennis grumbled as he tossed a bill on the table to pay for the drink he never got to have. Camron leaned over to whisper to Aubrey.
"No overthinking this one, boss. Get your girl and keep her before someone else snatches her up. She is pretty hot," advised Camron before walking away with a confused Dennis. Aubrey took in a deep breath and ran her hand through her hair before smoothing out her skirt. She knew Camron was right. Aubrey hated the idea of Stacie with anyone else and was almost ready to kill Dennis. It was time she did what she wanted Beca to do with Chloe, take the leap and figure out the rest.
"Hey, where are your friends," asked Stacie as she looked around and Aubrey gulped.
"They had to leave."
"I hope it wasn't something I said. Dennis was nice and all, but…"
"I wanted them to leave," confessed Aubrey and Stacie smiled as she scooted her chair closer to Aubrey's.
"Really?" Aubrey nodded.
"Look Stace, I know I left things up in the air after we got back from Copenhagen, but I think we are both getting tired of the same song and dance between us."
"I definitely am," said Stacie with a smirk as she ran a hand through Aubrey's hair.
"I don't know what is happening between us, but I would like to at least find out. After all, it is kind of hard to hate Beca at the moment when I can't even admit my attraction to you."
"Yea, you two are way more alike than you think," teased Stacie and Aubrey rolled her eyes.
"Don't ruin the moment," grumbled Aubrey and Stacie giggled.
"Fine, then how about we have a drink and talk," suggested Stacie.
"How about we have that drink at my place," suggested Aubrey and Stacie was pleasantly surprised by the offer. She nodded and Aubrey tossed another bill on the table before grabbing Stacie's hand and pulling her toward the exit.
"Get it, Bree," cheered Cynthia Rose and the others laughed at the outburst. Aubrey gave a cute flip of her hair with a wink as they all laughed even more.
"Stace, you didn't tell me she totally went for it," said Beca.
"I said she was down to go back to her place."
"Yea, but she totally upped the stakes! She made the first move on you to progress things. I am impressed, Posen," said Beca and Cynthia Rose winked at Aubrey.
"Me too, blondie," teased Cynthia Rose as Stacie playfully glared at her.
"Hands off my girl, C.R.," warned Stacie as they all laughed.
"Okay, so you headed back to her place and then what," asked Emily and Amy smirked.
"Do we need to draw you a color-coded map, Legacy," teased Amy and Emily rolled her eyes.
"I mean who made the first move to the bedroom? Did Stace stay the night? When did you two know it was going to be more than a one night thing," rambled Emily and Flo smirked.
"You sure you are still excited for your date with Mikey? It sounds like you are more interested in some girl on girl loving," teased Flo and Emily shrugged.
"Only if Amy is down. I know she sees me as a little sister, but I am sure I can change that after one night," said Emily and Amy's jaw dropped in utter shock as the rest of them looked at Emily in bewilderment.
"What….no," shrieked Amy as she crossed her legs and Emily burst with laughter.
"Oh my God, you should see your face right now, Amy. That was priceless. That's what you get for teasing me so much," laughed Emily and Stacie high-fived her.
"That was a good one, Em," commended Stacie as Amy held her chest in relief.
"That was not a good one! That was….that was perverted," exclaimed Amy and Emily shrugged.
"With friends like you, it was bound to rub off on me. Now, Stace, Bree, finish the story and don't skimp on the details."
"Skimp on some of the details," warned Beca and Stacie smiled smugly at her fiancée.
"Want me to take this part or do you already feel like being my blushing bride," teased Stacie and Aubrey rolled her eyes, but nodded.
"Take us home, babe," giggled Aubrey.
Stacie was suddenly nervous as they walked up to Aubrey's apartment. She fantasized often about what it would be like to make love to Aubrey, but that is what concerned her. No matter how much she tried to dismiss her attraction to the blonde as simply sexual, there was always something more. Something she dare not say out loud or think about too often out of fear of it being too real. Aubrey unlocked her door and Stacie smiled when they entered the apartment. It was definitely Aubrey's, pristinely clean and perfectly decorated like a home straight out of an interior design magazine. Stacie wandered over to a collage frame with several pictures from Aubrey's time with the Bellas. She noticed that while the blonde had been in the Bellas her entire collegiate career, most of the pictures were from her senior year or later with only a couple of her and Chloe from their younger years in the group. She gently touched the picture of the two of them and giggled. It was taken at a Halloween party after one too many drinks. Stacie was hanging on Aubrey's back as the blonde laughed.
"That's one of my favorites," said Aubrey and Stacie nodded.
"It was a fun night."
"I almost kissed you that night," admitted Aubrey.
"Seriously, when?"
"I was helping you get in bed and you pulled me down on top of you. You told me to kiss you and for a moment, I almost did, but you were drunk and I didn't want to take advantage. Plus, I knew a part of me would be really sad when you didn't remember it the next day."
"Bree, can I ask you something?"
"Sure," asked Aubrey as she wrapped her arms around Stacie from behind, both wistfully looking at the pictures.
"Why do you usually send me flowers on my birthday?"
"I think at first it started off because I was intrigued by your choice in favorite flower. Breeze orchids are not always easy to come by, but very beautiful. Then, it just became a way to stay connected with you," confessed Aubrey. Stacie turned in her arms to face her.
"I don't know what we are doing here, Bree," she confessed and Aubrey nodded.
"Maybe that's the point. No more overthinking."
"And you are sure? I mean if you aren't, then maybe we shouldn't…." Aubrey cut her off with a passionate kiss and guided her to the bedroom before kicking the door closed.
"The end," announced Stacie and the others groaned.
"What, no fair," whined Emily and Stacie smirked.
"I am not giving you pervs all the dirty details about how we get down between the sheets. Just know that it was obviously phenomenal. We both kept coming back for more and we eventually couldn't get enough, so we made it official. The end," said Stacie and Beca smirked.
"Of course now she gets a filter. Come on guys, let's go eat. This place has great room service and I ordered plenty for everyone," said Beca as she and Chloe stood up. The others nodded and grumbled about Stacie being a tease before going inside. Stacie smiled sweetly at her fiancée and passionately kissed her as she remembered that night. By the way Aubrey kissed her back, she could tell she was replaying it in her mind as well.
"You're sure," asked Stacie as they quickly stripped each other out of their clothes.
"Stace, if you ask me that one more time…."
"Sorry, sorry," giggled Stacie before settling between Aubrey's legs. Their lips meshed in a deep kiss as Stacie touched Aubrey the way she wanted to for years. Aubrey threw her head back and let out a cry of pleasure as Stacie slipped two fingers inside of her. It turned Stacie on even more as she watched Aubrey ride her fingers and curse under her breath about how good she felt. Stacie had a feeling Aubrey would not be as refined in the bedroom as she was as a Bella, but it aroused her beyond belief to actually see the blonde lose control and give in to her desires. Aubrey's orgasm crashed over her with a force that made her whimper and bury her face in the crook of Stacie's neck as she rode out the pleasure. She sucked on the pulse point below Stacie's jawline, getting a curse out of the brunette as she rolled them over. Stacie was surprised when Aubrey began placing teasing kisses down her body. She bit her lip and moaned when Aubrey found her destination between Stacie's legs and didn't hesitate to dive in.
"Oh, fuck," moaned Stacie as Aubrey tasted her and moaned as well, the hum sending jolts of pleasure through Stacie's core. Stacie always considered herself quite orgasmic and never had issues reaching her peak, but even she was surprised by how quickly she climaxed under Aubrey's talented tongue. Her hands sunk into the blonde tresses of Aubrey's hair as she rode out the pleasure and began to buzz with ecstasy. Aubrey kissed her way back up Stacie's body before collapsing beside the brunette and sighing happily.
"Wow," she whispered and Stacie nodded as she rested an arm across the blonde's waist.
"Definitely wow," agreed Stacie. They lay in silence for a few moments, coming down from their highs. Stacie glanced over at Aubrey and gulped. A part of her, the part that was not a fan of monogamy, hoped she would be able to get the blonde out of her system after finally getting her in bed. That part was disappointed by the ache and need still surging through her. The other part of her was afraid of what it all meant, still refusing to deal with that lingering emotion that surged through her anytime the blonde smiled at her. Aubrey looked over at her and could see the concern in Stacie's eyes. She knew what the brunette was thinking. Stacie Conrad was not known for monogamy. Aubrey knew they would have to pin down what they were to each other eventually but she was too satisfied to care at the moment.
"Round two," asked Aubrey and the grin that crept on Stacie's lips made Aubrey know deep down she was already a goner. Instead of obsessing or overthinking about it though, she decided to live in the moment and feel as Stacie rolled back on top of her to capture her lips in a searing kiss.
Aubrey tenderly kissed her fiancée as they cuddled outside by the fire pit, enjoying their moment together away from the rest of their friends. They relished in moments like that, together and in their own bubble. Most of their time with the Bellas was focused on Beca and Chloe. Aubrey knew it would be that way the first time she noticed her best friend stare adoringly at Beca. They were a cute couple and couldn't hide the sexual tension that bubbled between them for years. It was the reason their friends rooted for them, even Aubrey secretly always hoped the two of them would figure out what they wanted and Chloe would get the happily ever after she deserved. Stacie and Aubrey were different though. While they had no problem showing each other how much they loved one another or packing on the public displays of affection, they found comfort in having moments that were just for them. It was something that surprised Aubrey about Stacie when they first started dating, the way the brunette could be so open about teasing and sex, but so private about intimacy and being in love. It was one of the things that made Aubrey fall in love with her.
Stacie Conrad loved to make people think she was an open book by flaunting and flirting, but she was so much more with so many walls that took time to tear down. Aubrey knew Beca got to see that side of Stacie after their summer together when Beca and Chloe were apart and at times, Stacie showed that side of herself to the rest of their friends as well, but she saved most of it for Aubrey. The side of her that liked to be cuddle up on the couch with her hair pulled up in a ponytail, the black-rimmed glasses she rarely wore out in public on, and a good scholarly article about the newest experiments and discoveries in bioengineering. She only let Aubrey see her in those moments as she rested her back against Aubrey's shoulder while Aubrey finished working on a report for work.
"I love you so much, Stace," whispered Aubrey and Stacie smiled adoringly at her.
"I love you too and I can't wait to marry you. I want everything with you, Bree."
"And I want everything with you," assured Aubrey before passionately kissing her fiancée.
"See, I told you we should get the hose. They are out here making out," called Amy, who laughed when Stacie flipped her off.
"You know they won't go away and will just keep messing with us until we give them our attention," grumbled Aubrey as Stacie peppered kisses on her neck.
"Ugh, the things we do for them," giggled Stacie as they got up.
"It's good practice for when we have kids," teased Aubrey with a wink and Stacie's eyes widened as she balked at the idea at first. Then she imagined Aubrey with a swollen belly, the two of them curled up on the couch as Stacie doted over her wife and playfully argued with her about baby names.
"Yea, good practice," agreed Stacie before kissing the top of Aubrey's hand and pulling her inside to spend time with their friends.
AN: This is the longest one-shot I have written for the stories, but I thought it was deserved. Staubrey doesn't always get a lot of love, so I wanted to give them another moment to shine.